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LandonTalks with KateNateland, Ice Roads, and Olympic-Level MisinformationHey y’all — this week’s episode starts with the question we ask every single time: where was Landon?
I was in Nashville for a charity show for blood cancer research at Zanies with Carollynn Xavier-Martin and Stephen Bargatze (yes, Nate’s dad). The city was still pretty iced-over, a bunch of folks couldn’t make it, but I had a great time anyway because I will take any stage, any time, as long as I get to be with real people laughing.
Then things got weird (in a good way): after the charity show, they asked...
2026-02-0940 minLandonTalks with KateIce Storms, Bidets, and the 50-State RV DebateHey y’all — we’re easing in (a day late and a dollar short, but we made it). It’s the last day of January, it’s freezing by Mississippi standards, and we’re talking winter weather in the South — especially the kind that isn’t snow, it’s straight-up ice and wrecks the infrastructure.
We’re also putting our money where our mouth is and pointing you toward the Domestic Abuse Family Shelter of Mississippi — a nonprofit we love and support (including through the Landon Talks x Lingua Franca NYC collection on my site). They’ve taken a hit after the st...
2026-01-3140 min
Righteous DebriefsEpisode 2 - Carollynn XavierCarollynn Xavier, the “Recovering Californian” comedian who can make you laugh at life’s chaos and still tell the truth with a straight face, joins us for an episode that turns from punchlines to prayer real quick. In this episode, she shares the story of her ex-husband, a Marine with two deployments behind him, and the painful reality of PTSD after coming home, including a suicide attempt. Carollynn speaks candidly about what it does to a marriage, a home, and a heart when trauma starts spilling into everyone’s life and trying to take the whole family down with it. Heav...
2026-01-241h 32
My Crunchy Zen EraFaith, Motherhood, Recovery... and ADHD with The Recovering Californian Carollynn XavierTrigger Warning: Discussion of Suicide in the Episode.Nicole sits down with Internet personality Carollynn Xavier. A self described driven weirdo that accepts herself.. Carollynn has built an audience as the Recovering Californian.. a transplant from the west coast adjusting quite nicely to the slower pace afforded with Southern Living.Carollynn is an Orthodox Christian Catechumen, former atheist, recovering love addict, and Mom! Carollynn and Nicole discuss what it truly means to turn your life around with your faith! They discuss priorities and how to make your life work in whatever situation you find yourself...
2026-01-1551 min
White Trash with MoneyDark Humor, Southern Love, and One Recovering Californian feat Carollynn Xavier This week on White Trash with Money, Justin “Danger” Nunley and Matt Lyda sit down with Carollynn Xavier; comedian, content creator, podcast host, and the self-proclaimed Recovering Californian. Carolyn dives into why she left California, her love for the south, how shefound Jesus, and where she lands on Justin’s totally unofficial and definitely questionable guest ranking.From Southern stereotypes to enlightening Carollynn about Bear Bryant, this episode covers it all and Carollynn even leaves the guys speechless more than once. If you love dark humor, sharp wit, and honest conversation, you’re in the right place.A h...
2025-12-031h 01
Who Gave Jeff Allen A Podcast?Sayin' Goodbye to CarollynnSend a textIn this heartfelt episode, Jeff says goodbye to his co-host Carollynn Xavier. Together, they look back on the wild ride that Who Gave Jeff Allen a Podcast? has been—from awkward first recordings to unforgettable conversations with guests who made them laugh, cry, and grow.Jeff shares his gratitude for Carollynn’s humor, honesty, and heart, and Carollynn reflects on what the show—and the listeners—have meant to her through a season of change. It’s an episode full of warmth, friendship, and faith… and yes, a few tears. They celebrate the future o...
2025-10-291h 03
Who Gave Jeff Allen A Podcast?# 31Money Problems? Know Yourself First | Rachel CruzeSend a textRachel Cruze — author, speaker, and financial expert from Ramsey Solutions — to talk about faith, family, and money. From tackling debt to finding peace in your finances, Rachel shares practical wisdom and encouragement you don’t want to miss.👉 Follow Rachel Cruze:Instagram: @rachelcruzeFacebook: @rachelcruzeYouTube: Rachel Cruze Show🎙 Follow Jeff Allen:Instagram: @jallencomedyFacebook: @JeffAllenComedyX / Twitter: @jeffallencomedyWebsite: JeffAllenComedy.com🎙 Follow Carollynn Xavier:Instagram: @carollynnxavierFacebook: @carollynnxavierWebsite: CarollynnXavier...
2025-09-241h 06
Who Gave Jeff Allen A Podcast?# 29 Why We Disconnect in Marriage (Part 1)Send a textThis week on Who Gave Jeff Allen a Podcast?, Jeff and Carollynn sit down with the hilarious and heartfelt duo behind Connection Codes, Dr. Glenn and The Incredible Phyllis Hill. After years of misunderstanding and emotional misfires in their own marriage, the Hills discovered something radical — we’re all wired for connection, but most of us never learn how to actually do it. In Part 1 of this two-part series, they walk us through the early days of their disconnect, the surprising discovery that saved their marriage, and why we often mistake “being in love...
2025-09-101h 03
Who Gave Jeff Allen A Podcast?#28 Finding Hope in a Hurting World with Pastor Mike GlennSend a textPastor Mike Glenn, Senior Pastor of Brentwood Baptist and leader of the Engage Church Network. Pastor Mike talks about faith, leadership, and what it really looks like to live out the gospel in everyday life. He’s been pastoring in Middle Tennessee for over 30 years and has a heart for building authentic community.👉 You can find Pastor Mike and the Engage Church Network here: engagechurchnetwork.comStay connected with us!Jeff Allen: Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | YouTube | JeffAllenComedy.com
2025-09-031h 49
Who Gave Jeff Allen A Podcast?#27 Steve Holland: The Weight of the Badge: A SWAT Officer’s StorySend a textFormer SWAT officer Steve Holland to talk about the unseen cost of service. From intense standoffs to the quiet battle with PTSD, Steve shares what life is really like behind the badge—and how faith and community helped him begin to heal.It’s raw, honest, and exactly the kind of conversation more people need to hear.Follow Steve Holland & Righteous Tactical:👉 YouTube: Righteous Tactical👉 Instagram: @righteous_tactical👉 Facebook: Righteous TacticalFollow Jeff Allen:👉 Instagram: @jeffallencomedy👉 Facebook: Jeff Allen👉 TikTok...
2025-08-272h 06
Who Gave Jeff Allen A Podcast?#26 Brad Stine Part 2: The Hard Truth About Walking With ChristSend a textPart two with comedian and cultural commentator Brad Stine, discussing what it truly means to follow Jesus when the path becomes difficult. From the pressures of culture to the personal sacrifices of discipleship, Brad brings his signature boldness and humor to a conversation about Christianity that isn’t watered down. If you’ve ever wondered what the “hard walk” of a Christian looks like today, this one’s for you.🎙️ Follow Brad Stine:👉 Instagram: @bradstine👉 Facebook: Brad Stine👉 YouTube: Brad Stine Has Issues👉 Website: bradstine.com🎙️ F...
2025-08-181h 26
Who Gave Jeff Allen A Podcast?# 25 Brad Stine – (Part 1) Untold Story of Comedy’s Wildest DecadeSend a textBefore “cancel culture” and TikTok comics, there was the unfiltered, untamed comedy scene of the 80s—and Brad Stine was in the middle of it. In Part 1, Brad pulls back the curtain on the wildest decade in stand-up, takes aim at today’s influencer culture, unpacks generational clashes, and tells the jaw-dropping story of how he met his wife. You’ve never heard comedy history told like this.Brad Stine’s Socials:👉 Instagram: @bradstine👉 Facebook: Brad Stine👉 YouTube: Brad Stine Has Issues👉 Website: bradstine.comJeff Allen’s Social...
2025-08-111h 10
Who Gave Jeff Allen A Podcast?#24 George Kamel: Ramsey guy by day, stand-up by nightSend a text Jeff and Carollynn sit down with George Kamel—Ramsey Personality, host of The Smart Money Happy Hour, and a man who might be one bad set away from trying stand-up comedy.They talk about George’s journey from Ramsey worker to Ramsey Personality, what it’s really like behind the scenes at Ramsey Solutions, the absurdities of influencer culture, and why we all need to laugh a little more when talking about money and faith. It’s sharp, honest, hilarious, and everything you didn’t know you needed.🎧 Don’t miss this one—es...
2025-08-041h 56
Who Gave Jeff Allen A Podcast?#23 Ben Fuller: Lust, Addiction, and RedemptionSend a textJeff and Carollynn sit down with the incredible Christian artist Ben Fuller. 🎶 Ben opens up about his journey through addiction, redemption, and how his music is giving people hope all over the world. From the raw truth about the industry to how faith changed his life, this conversation will leave you inspired and fired up.Don’t miss this powerful episode—and don’t miss Ben’s upcoming shows and newest music! 🎧👉 Listen to Ben’s newest album on Spotifyhttps://www.benfullerofficial.com/Follow Ben Fuller:
2025-07-282h 04
Who Gave Jeff Allen A Podcast?#22 – Gary Mule Deer: The Untold Stories Behind a 60‑Year Country Music CareerSend a textOn this episode of Who Gave Jeff Allen a Podcast?, Jeff and Carollynn sit down with the legendary Gary Mule Deerto talk about his 60‑year career in country music and comedy, the ups and downs of marriage and recovery, overcoming a keno addiction, and what it’s like working with so many country music greats over the decades.It’s honest, hilarious, and packed with stories you won’t hear anywhere else.Gary Mule Deer’s Socials:👉 Instagram: @g...
2025-07-211h 18
Who Gave Jeff Allen A Podcast?#21 – Aaron Weber: Faith, Fatherhood & the Nate Bargatze MegaforceSend a textThis week, stand-up comedian Aaron Weber—one of the fastest-rising names in clean comedy. You’ve seen and heard him on Nate Bargatze’s podcast NATELAND and touring nationwide as part of the NateLand Comedy Megaforce.We talk about Aaron’s early days in stand-up, how fatherhood is changing him, the role faith plays in his life, and why laughter might be the most powerful force on Earth. This episode is full of laughs, real talk, and some classic Jeff Allen zingers you won’t want to miss.Follow...
2025-07-141h 25
Who Gave Jeff Allen A Podcast?Southern Gospel, Family, and Faith That Endures – with Joyce Martin SandersSend a textThis week, Jeff and Carollynn are joined by Southern gospel legend Joyce Martin Sanders, of the award-winning Martin family trio. Joyce brings her signature warmth, wit, and honesty as she shares stories from life on the road, the legacy of gospel music, and the grace that holds her family together.From hilarious tour mishaps to heartfelt reflections on marriage, ministry, and parenting, Joyce’s faith is both real and hard-won—the kind that sings louder in life’s storms. If you grew up with gospel music or jus...
2025-06-231h 20Who Gave Jeff Allen A Podcast?From Fame to Family: Rebecca St. James & Cubbie Fink on Healing, Burnout, and God's TimingSend a textWhat happens when two globally recognized artists walk away from the spotlight to find peace, purpose, and each other?In this episode of Who Gave Jeff Allen a Podcast?, Jeff and Carollynn sit down with Rebecca St. James—Grammy-winning Christian music icon—and her husband Cubbie Fink, founding member of Foster the People. Together, they open up about burnout, identity, fame, healing from trauma, the beauty of unconditional love, and what it really means to follow God when the lights go out.From stories behind Unsung Hero...
2025-05-121h 18Who Gave Jeff Allen A Podcast?The Magic of Laughter and Faith with Stephen BargatzeSend a textThis week on Who Gave Jeff Allen a Podcast?, Jeff and Carollynn sit down with Stephen Bargatze — master magician, comedian, and one of Jeff’s longtime friends — for a conversation full of laughs, unbelievable stories, and deep reflections on faith and perseverance.Stephen shares how a childhood injury, a rebellious streak, and an unexpected encounter with magic shaped the course of his life and career. From hilarious on-stage disasters to moments of grace that changed everything, this episode is packed with comedy, inspiration, and a few behind-the-scenes secrets you wo...
2025-04-282h 09Who Gave Jeff Allen A Podcast?From Shame to Freedom: Nate Larkin’s Redemption StorySend a textWhat happens when a preacher’s kid with a secret becomes a voice for thousands of men seeking freedom from addiction and shame?In this episode of Who Gave Jeff Allen a Podcast?, Jeff and Carollynn sit down with Nate Larkin — speaker, author, and founder of the Samson Society. Nate shares the raw, redemptive, and even humorous story of how his double life as a pastor and sex addict came crashing down… and how that wreckage became the foundation of a worldwide brotherhood.You’ll hear about:✅The turning po...
2025-04-071h 13Who Gave Jeff Allen A Podcast?From Talk Radio to Lizards and Laughter – A Wild Ride with Michael DelGiornoSend a textIn this episode of Who Gave Jeff Allen a Podcast?, Jeff and Carollynn welcome Michael DelGiorno, a seasoned talk radio host with a four-decade career, a deep love for bulldogs and lizards, and a knack for making serious topics entertaining.Michael shares stories from his 41 years in radio, including his time working alongside broadcasting giants like Glenn Beck and Neil Boortz. The conversation veers into unexpected (and hilarious) territories—his first and last stand-up comedy gig, why bulldogs cost him thousands in vet bills, and his secret ob...
2025-03-241h 22Who Gave Jeff Allen A Podcast?Pilot Episode: Retirement, Roast Chickens, and Recovering CaliforniansSend a textIn the very first episode of Who Gave Jeff Allen a Podcast?, Jeff Allen and Carollynn Xavier introduce the podcast no one asked for—but somehow, we all needed. With zero retirement savings, a lot of comedy mileage, and a millennial co-host to help him decode life, Jeff kicks things off with honesty, heart, and a healthy dose of self-deprecating humor.Carollynn shares her wildly unexpected road from atheist Instagram comic to seminary student and surprise Tennessean—while Jeff opens up about addiction, bombing on stage, surviving marriage, and the joy of conn...
2025-03-211h 23Who Gave Jeff Allen A Podcast?Rock Bottom, Redemption, and Golf Etiquette (with Reno Collier)Send a textIn this powerful episode of Who Gave Jeff Allen a Podcast?, Jeff and Carollynn welcome comedian Reno Collier for an unforgettable conversation about hitting rock bottom, rebuilding life, and why cheating at golf says more about you than you think.Reno opens up about his battle with addiction, the wake-up call that changed everything, and how his journey led him to a renewed purpose. From laughing through the struggles of sobriety to reflecting on life’s unexpected turns, Reno shares raw and hilarious insights into fa...
2025-03-201h 00Who Gave Jeff Allen A Podcast?Lights, Cameras, and Conspiracies – A Deep Dive into Filmmaking and Faith (with RJ Moeller)Send a textIn this episode of Who Gave Jeff Allen a Podcast?, Jeff Allen and co-host Carollynn Xavier sit down with writer, producer, and storyteller RJ Moeller to talk about the wild world of filmmaking, faith, and the unexpected paths life takes us on.RJ shares his journey from Hollywood to Nashville, the challenges of independent film production, and the power of storytelling in shifting culture. They dive into his latest projects with Angel Studios, including Live Not By Lies, a gripping documentary exploring the dangers...
2025-03-101h 30
Who Gave Jeff Allen A Podcast?Juggling Comedy, Chaos, and Faith (with Ron Pearson)Send a textIn this debut episode of Who Gave Jeff Allen a Podcast?, Jeff Allen and co-host Carollynn Xavier kick things off with comedian, actor, and world-class juggler Ron Pearson. From street performing at age 10 to taking fourth in the world as a juggler, Ron shares his journey from the streets of Seattle to Hollywood's biggest stages.Jeff, Carollynn, and Ron swap stories about stand-up comedy, the evolution of clean humor, the challenges of working in clubs versus churches, and even how juggling, ADHD, and stock trading somehow all connect.
2025-03-031h 24
Next Simple StepComedian Carollynn Xavier on facing fears, getting fit, and finding faith"Before you have Jesus, you have Joe Rogan". Known on social media as the "Recovering Californian", Comedian Carollynn Xavier sits down with Paul Goldsmith to discuss her unique faith journey, moving from California to Tennessee, marrying another comedian, and living in a tiny home in the woods. The conversation also explores how Carollynn plans to leave stand-up comedy, and what's next for her. Plus, Paul finally gets invited to a book club! Follow Carollynn on Instagram @CarollynnXavier.
2024-10-1947 minNext Simple StepComedian Carollynn Xavier on facing fears, getting fit, and finding faith"Before you have Jesus, you have Joe Rogan". Known on social media as the "Recovering Californian", Comedian Carollynn Xavier sits down with Paul Goldsmith to discuss her unique faith journey, moving from California to Tennessee, marrying another comedian, and living in a tiny home in the woods. The conversation also explores how Carollynn plans to leave stand-up comedy, and what's next for her. Plus, Paul finally gets invited to a book club! Follow Carollynn on Instagram @CarollynnXavier.
2024-10-1947 min
The Fighting Priests“Getting Up Again” w Carollynn XavierStand up comic Carollynn Xavier is back on The Fighting Priests podcast to give an update on her spiritual journey and her career in comedy, taking a break from jujitsu and then coming back again.
2023-12-031h 00
Hardhead: The Lee Hardin PodcastCarollynn Xavier: The Recovering Californian Standup comedian, and TikTok celebrity, Carollynn Xavier! Carollynn talks about the rise of her social media presence. She also talks about her journey from California to Tennessee, becoming a Christian, and how she produces her own comedy shows. She's a dear friend of mine and we had a blast.Tap HERE to follow Carollynn on TikTokOR check out her website to check out a show!Cleanish ComedyLee HardinLeeHardinComedy.Com
2023-10-1259 min
The Fighting Priests“Christianity, Comedy & Combat” w Carollynn XavierFr. Ted & Fr. Thomas thank you Carollynn Xavier, a white belt in BJJ and also an Orthodox Catechumen. Together they discuss her journey to Orthodoxy, getting into jujitsu, and trying to navigate the world of stand-up comedy while being a Christian.
2022-12-251h 12
Pocket Pulpit017 - TikTok and Technical Difficulties ft. Carollynn XavierToday, Sarah and Hector talk with Carollynn Xavier about how she came to faith, how she's turned her TikTok platform into an evangelistic opportunity, and what the church can learn from TikTok.
Find your hosts on Twitter!
Sarah - @kinzer_sarah
Hector - @seatexhex
Got a question about social media ministry? Have you seen someone using social media as a ministry tool? Let us know at pocketpulpitpod@gmail.com or drop a line on Twitter. Join the conversation online using the hashtag #pocketpulpit!
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