That Sounds Fun with Annie F. Downs Podcast

That Sounds Fun with Annie F. Downs

That Sounds Fun Network
Christian author and speaker Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, restaurants, travel stories, musicians not to miss, interviews with friends. Pretty much, if it sounds fun to Annie, you're gonna hear about it.
Annie + Eddie Recap 2015 - Episode 866
We’re taking things back to 2015 with our good buddy, Eddie Kaufholz. If you missed the news, each month this year, in honor of our 10th Anniversary of That Sounds Fun Podcast, Eddie and I will be reviewing each year the podcast has existed. We’re going to talk about what happened in the world, the top songs and movies, and what happened in our own lives…this is going to be an adventure back to all the things we forgot and all the memories that have stuck with us too. Did we actually recap 2015? Not really. Did we have a fun and wacky conversation as Eddie and I always do?? 100%! Check out our 2014 recap episode. . . . . . Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe!  . . . . Find more fun things on this episode by going to anniefdowns.com/thatsoundsfun. . . . . The ⁠⁠Let's Read the Gospels Journal⁠⁠ is available now for preorder. Grab a copy for yourself and a friend. . . . . Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE. Go to https://anniefdowns.com/gospels to download your 2024 January - March Reading Plan or purchase the 2023 Let’s Read the Gospels Guidebook. . . . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . Thank you to our sponsors! Better Help: Visit BetterHelp.com/THATSOUNDSFUN today to get 10% off your first month. KiwiCo: Get 50% off your first month on ANY crate line at kiwico.com with promo code THATSOUNDSFUN. Magic Spoon:  Go to magicspoon.com/THATSOUNDSFUN and use promo code THATSOUNDSFUN at checkout to save $5 off your order! . . . . . If you’d like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form! . . . . . NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of the That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 29, 2024
55 min
Friendship & Poetry with Audrey Elledge and Elizabeth Moore - Episode 865
I love getting to have conversations with friends and fellow writers who inspire me. Audrey Elledge and Elizabeth Moore are such a gift! I've loved their book Liturgies for Hope and their brand new book Liturgies for Wholeness is just as beautiful. We talked all about the origin of their friendship, how they ended up in New York, and writing in communion with God. I adore them and I think you're going to love this conversation! . . . . . Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe!  . . . . The ⁠⁠Let's Read the Gospels Journal⁠⁠ is available now for preorder. Grab a copy for yourself and a friend. . . . . Find more fun things on this episode by going to anniefdowns.com/thatsoundsfun. . . . . Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE. Go to https://anniefdowns.com/gospels to download your 2024 January - March Reading Plan or purchase the 2023 Let’s Read the Gospels Guidebook. . . . . . Join our Patreon community Single Purpose League as we tackle the question: What is my single purpose and what is my purpose while single? . . . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . Thank you to our sponsors! Athletic Greens: Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3+K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase exclusively at drinkAG1.com/soundsfun. Shopify: Sign up for a $1 per-month trial period at Shopify.com/soundsfun. ZocDoc: Go to Zocdoc.com/THATSOUNDSFUN and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top-rated doctor today. . . . . . If you’d like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form! . . . . . NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of the That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 26, 2024
1 hr
Feeling Worthy with Jamie Kern Lima - Episode 864
You know what I LOVE? Getting to talk to my up-close friends on the show! I genuinely could not be more grateful for my dear friend Jamie Kern Lima. Her brand new book, Worthy is so important and so good! This conversation is all about feeling like we're not enough, or feeling stuck, and ultimately, the difference between self-confidence and self-worth. Jamie is one of the most generous and thoughtful people that I know and I could just not be more proud of her. . . . . . Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe!  . . . . Find more fun things on this episode by going to anniefdowns.com/thatsoundsfun. . . . . The ⁠⁠Let's Read the Gospels Journal⁠⁠ is available now for preorder. Grab a copy for yourself and a friend. . . . . Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE. Go to https://anniefdowns.com/gospels to download your 2024 January - March Reading Plan or purchase the 2023 Let’s Read the Gospels Guidebook. . . . . . Join our Patreon community Single Purpose League as we tackle the question: What is my single purpose and what is my purpose while single? . . . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . Thank you to our sponsors! Beam: Get up to 40% off for a limited time when you go to shopbeam.com/TSF and use code TSF at checkout. Hiya Health: Receive 50% off your first order by going to hiyahealth.com/thatsoundsfun. Earth Breeze: Get 40% off plus a FREE welcome bundle when you go to earthbreeze.com/thatsoundsfun to get started. . . . . . If you’d like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form! . . . . . NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of the That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 22, 2024
48 min
God's Mercy with Savannah Guthrie - Episode 863
Y'all already know my new friend Savannah Guthrie, co-anchor of the TODAY show (umm yes. THAT Savannah Guthrie!!), and now author of her first non-fiction book Mostly What God Does. You guys. I read this book SO FAST. It's SO GOOD! I'm just impressed with her honesty and venerability. Savannah and I sat down in New York and had the best conversation all about her journey with writing this book, seasons in our relationship with God, and talking opening about Jesus in our day-to-day lives. I felt so honored to get to know Savannah and I know y'all are going to love her. . . . . . Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe!  . . . . Find more fun things on this episode by going to anniefdowns.com/thatsoundsfun. . . . . The ⁠⁠Let's Read the Gospels Journal⁠⁠ is available now for preorder. Grab a copy for yourself and a friend. . . . . Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE. Go to https://anniefdowns.com/gospels to download your 2024 January - March Reading Plan or purchase the 2023 Let’s Read the Gospels Guidebook. . . . . . Join our Patreon community Single Purpose League as we tackle the question: What is my single purpose and what is my purpose while single? . . . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . Thank you to our sponsors! Better Help: Visit BetterHelp.com/THATSOUNDSFUN today to get 10% off your first month. Reel Paper: Head to reelpaper.com/TSF or enter promo code TSF to get 30% off your first order plus FREE SHIPPING! Shopify: Sign up for a $1 per-month trial period at Shopify.com/soundsfun. Thrive Causemetics: Get an exclusive 20% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/TSF. . . . . . If you’d like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form! . . . . . NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of the That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 19, 2024
41 min
Culture, Sex, and Confession with Tim Ross - Episode 862
BUCKLE UP Y'ALL. I think you're going to love this conversation with Tim Ross. We talk about everything! Contentment, sexuality, seeking purpose over understanding, and living a life for Jesus. I really appreciate Tim, the work that he does, and his honesty. His new book Welcome to the Basement is a great read and would make a great gift for a friend! I enjoyed this conversation a ton and I can't wait to have Tim back on the show! And just a note for those of you that may have miniBFFs listening along, we also get into some conversation regarding singleness, sex, and dating that is probably best for grownup ears and not for miniBFF ears, so just keep that in mind. . . . . . Did you hear the big news?! On Sunday, August 11, we’re throwing a 10th Anniversary That Sounds Fun live celebration at the Ryman Auditorium here in Nashville. Tickets go on sale to the general public 2/16…as in tomorrow.. BUT because you’re a podcast listener, you can get presale access right now using the code TSF. Just got to anniefdowns.com/ryman and use code TSF to get your tickets now. . . . . . Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe!  . . . . The ⁠⁠Let's Read the Gospels Journal⁠⁠ is available now for preorder. Grab a copy for yourself and a friend. . . . . Find more fun things on this episode by going to anniefdowns.com/thatsoundsfun. . . . . Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE. Go to https://anniefdowns.com/gospels to download your 2024 January - March Reading Plan or purchase the 2023 Let’s Read the Gospels Guidebook. . . . . . Join our Patreon community Single Purpose League as we tackle the question: What is my single purpose and what is my purpose while single? . . . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . Thank you to our sponsors! Athletic Greens: Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3+K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase exclusively at drinkAG1.com/soundsfun. Magic Spoon:  Go to magicspoon.com/THATSOUNDSFUN and use promo code THATSOUNDSFUN at checkout to save $5 off your order! Factor: Head to factormeals.com/tsf50 and use code tsf50 to get 50% off. ButcherBox: Sign up today at butcherbox.com/tsf and use code TSF to choose your free offer and get $20 off. . . . . . If you’d like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form! . . . . . NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of the That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 15, 2024
1 hr 4 min
Lent & Fasting with Dr. Darren Whitehead - Episode 861
As y'all know, I LOVE the Christian calendar! Since we kick off Lent in just two days, I wanted one of my favorite pastors, Dr. Darren Whitehead, to come on the show and teach us about what it looks like to sacrifice, celebrate, and fast during this season. We talk allll about the power of fasting, distraction versus utility, and what it would look like to embrace a digital fast. I think this conversation is so helpful and important! Darren's new book The Digital Fast is an amazing resource for you, your family, and your community. You can find more of Darren's resources at thedigitalfast.com. Make sure you head over to our Patreon community Single Purpose League (and join in if you haven't yet!) to hear the rest of mine and Darren's conversation about doing a technology fast and creating healthy boundaries with our phones when you're single. . . . . . Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe!  . . . . The ⁠⁠Let's Read the Gospels Journal⁠⁠ is available now for preorder. Grab a copy for yourself and a friend. . . . . Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE. Go to https://anniefdowns.com/gospels to download your 2024 January - March Reading Plan or purchase the 2023 Let’s Read the Gospels Guidebook. . . . . . Join our Patreon community Single Purpose League as we tackle the question: What is my single purpose and what is my purpose while single? . . . . . Find more fun things on this episode by going to anniefdowns.com/thatsoundsfun. . . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . Thank you to our sponsors! Better Help: Visit BetterHelp.com/THATSOUNDSFUN today to get 10% off your first month. Shopify: Sign up for a $1 per-month trial period at Shopify.com/soundsfun. Liquid I.V.: Grab your Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier Sugar-Free in bulk nationwide at Costco or get 20% off your first order when you go to LIQUIDIV.COM and use code THATSOUNDSFUN at checkout. . . . . . If you’d like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form! . . . . . NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of the That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 12, 2024
1 hr 8 min
Persistent Obedience with Nick Connolly - Episode 860
One of my favorite pastors, Nick Connolly is on the podcast today to teach us the difference between persistence, resilience, and perseverance, how to endure in ministry, and when to say no. Nick’s brand new book Don't Give Up Just Yet is so honest and helpful! I’m just so grateful for Nick as he teaches us what can happen when we wait for the abundant promises God has for us. . . . . . Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe!  . . . . Find more fun things on this episode by going to anniefdowns.com/thatsoundsfun. . . . . The ⁠⁠Let's Read the Gospels Journal⁠⁠ is available now for preorder. Grab a copy for yourself and a friend. . . . . Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE. Go to https://anniefdowns.com/gospels to download your 2024 January - March Reading Plan or purchase the 2023 Let’s Read the Gospels Guidebook. . . . . . Join our Patreon community Single Purpose League as we tackle the question: What is my single purpose and what is my purpose while single? . . . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . Thank you to our sponsors! Better Help: Visit BetterHelp.com/THATSOUNDSFUN today to get 10% off your first month. Ritual: Get 20% off your first month for a limited time at ritual.com/THATSOUNDSFUN. Beam: Get up to 40% off for a limited time when you go to shopbeam.com/TSF and use code TSF at checkout. Hiya Health: Receive 50% off your first order by going to hiyahealth.com/thatsoundsfun. . . . . . If you’d like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form! . . . . . NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of the That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 8, 2024
58 min
Preparing for God's Invitations with Laney Rene - Episode 859
You’re going to love getting to know my friend, Laney Rene! We talk about why now is the time to talk about finding our identity and security in who God made us to be and about living in the peace God has for you. Her new book, Daughter: Becoming Who You Already Are is such a beautiful book (and a great Easter basket gift). GAH. I'm so thankful for Laney and the work she is doing! . . . . . Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe!  . . . . The ⁠⁠Let's Read the Gospels Journal⁠⁠ is available now for preorder. Grab a copy for yourself and a friend. . . . . Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE. Go to https://anniefdowns.com/gospels to download your 2024 January - March Reading Plan or purchase the 2023 Let’s Read the Gospels Guidebook. . . . . . Join our Patreon community Single Purpose League as we tackle the question: What is my single purpose and what is my purpose while single? . . . . . Find more fun things on this episode by going to anniefdowns.com/thatsoundsfun. . . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . Thank you to our sponsors! Athletic Greens: Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3+K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase exclusively at drinkAG1.com/soundsfun. Happy Viking: Visit DRINKHAPPYVIKING.COM and use code TSF for 20% off your first purchase. . . . . . If you’d like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form! . . . . . NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of the That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 5, 2024
58 min
Living Missionally with Terry Crist - Episode 858
Are we going to let differences tear us apart or can we love each other through it? WHAT A QUESTION! I'm so grateful for my friend, Pastor Terry Crist, who shares his wisdom and teaches us so well in this conversation. We talk about being called to live in the tension of grace and truth, having courageous conversations without contention, and pursuing humility. Pastor Terry's latest book, Loving Samaritans is another great resource to help set us up well for what's ahead this year! . . . . . Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe!  . . . . The ⁠⁠Let's Read the Gospels Journal⁠⁠ is available now for preorder. Grab a copy for yourself and a friend. . . . . Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE. Go to https://anniefdowns.com/gospels to download your 2024 January - March Reading Plan or purchase the 2023 Let’s Read the Gospels Guidebook. . . . . . Join our Patreon community Single Purpose League as we tackle the question: What is my single purpose and what is my purpose while single? . . . . . Find more fun things on this episode by going to anniefdowns.com/thatsoundsfun. . . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . Thank you to our sponsors! Better Help: Visit BetterHelp.com/THATSOUNDSFUN today to get 10% off your first month. Thrive Causemetics: Get an exclusive 20% off your first order at thrivecausemetics.com/TSF. KiwiCo: Get 50% off your first month on ANY crate line at kiwico.com with promo code THATSOUNDSFUN. . . . . . If you’d like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form! . . . . . NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of the That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 1, 2024
59 min
Singleness in the Church with David Platt - Episode 857
Today is an exciting day over here at AFD Inc! Because we’re launching Single Purpose League TODAY (make sure to click the link to find out more!!), we wanted to have a real conversation about being single in the church… because…well… it’s a whole thing. There’s a lot of beauty to it, but there’s also a lot of hurt, misunderstanding, and disappointment, so we invited my long-time friend, Pastor David Platt back on pod, so we could have an honest conversation about how singles can thrive in their church, what conversations we could be having with our pastors and church leaders (and vice versa) and how we help single people not feel invisible. If you're single, be sure to check out Single Purpose League over on Patreon and become a member so you can listen to more of this conversation. Today’s episode was a WOWIE ZOWIE and I’m so thankful for David’s insight and honesty. Are we now a Mike Kelsey fan pod?! DUH. Watch Mike Kelsey's installation at McLean Bible Church and listen to our Spotify playlist of every Mike Kelsey TSF episode. . . . . . Want to watch this episode on YouTube? Head on over to our YouTube Channel and be sure to like and subscribe!  . . . . The ⁠⁠Let's Read the Gospels Journal⁠⁠ is available now for preorder. Grab a copy for yourself and a friend. . . . . . Find more fun things on this episode by going to anniefdowns.com/thatsoundsfun. . . . . Subscribe to Let's Read the Gospels with Annie F. Downs HERE. Go to https://anniefdowns.com/gospels to download your 2024 January - March Reading Plan or purchase the 2023 Let’s Read the Gospels Guidebook. . . . . . Sign up to receive the AFD Week In Review email and ask questions to future guests! #thatsoundsfunpodcast . . . . . Thank you to our sponsors! Athletic Greens: Try AG1 and get a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D3+K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase exclusively at drinkAG1.com/soundsfun. Hello Fresh: Go to HelloFresh.com/tsffree and use code TSFFREE for FREE breakfast for life! One breakfast item per box while subscription is active. Shopify: Sign up for a $1 per-month trial period at Shopify.com/soundsfun. MOSH: Head to moshlife.com/TSF to save 20% off plus FREE shipping on either the Best Sellers Trial Pack or the new Plant Based Trial Pack. . . . . . If you’d like to partner with Annie as a sponsor for the That Sounds Fun podcast, fill out our Advertise With Us form! . . . . . NYTimes bestselling Christian author, speaker, and host of the That Sounds Fun Podcast, Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, entertainers not to miss, and interviews with friends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 29, 2024
57 min
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