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The Salt PodcastEP 11 | Fr. Bishoy El Antony – Gripping Exorcisms, Epic Miracles & His Book A Monk Around the WorldIn this gripping follow-up episode of The Salt Podcast, Fr. Bishoy El Antony returns to share powerful stories of witnessing an exorcism as a child, raising the dead, and a miraculous healing deep in Africa that nearly cost him his life, along with the heart behind his brand-new book A Monk Around the World: The Making of a Monk.What we cover:📖 About His New Book – Why Fr. Bishoy felt called to write A Monk Around the World and the incredible life lessons found within its pages.👹 Childhood Exorcism – The unforgettable experience of seeing a p...2025-08-101h 29
The Salt PodcastEP 10 | Bishop Mar Mari – Labubu, Candace Owens, Trump, Pope Leo XIV, Abortion & His Heartfelt Cry to God🔥 In this gripping episode of The Salt Podcast, Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel returns for a prophetic and piercing conversation that dives deep into the spiritual battles of our age.We cover everything from:⚠️ Labubu & Demonic Toys: Is this viral toy spiritually dangerous? Bishop Mar Mari weighs in on the real threat behind innocent-looking trends and why parents must stay vigilant.🌍 End Times & WWIII: What’s happening in the Middle East? Could these escalating conflicts spark the next world war? Bishop Mar Mari shares sobering biblical insight on Israel, Iran, and the signs of the times.🧎♂️ Fake Christ in Today’s Cul...2025-07-222h 24
The Salt PodcastEP 9 | Fr. Lazarus Yassa: LA Riots, Dealing with Despair, Loving God & Finding Christ in Pain🎙️ In this vulnerable and deeply honest episode of The Salt Podcast, Fr. Lazarus Yassa shares what most won’t: the cost of obedience, the spiritual danger of praise, and why true priesthood is often a quiet crucifixion ✝️. We dive into the internal battles of leadership 🧠, the loneliness that comes with spiritual responsibility 🕊️, and the mystery of how God uses pain to purify the soul 🔥. Fr. Lazarus doesn’t offer cliché answers—but raw wisdom forged through fire. Whether you’re in ministry, seeking purpose, or wrestling with God’s silence 🤲—this episode will speak straight to your soul 💔❤️🔥.👉 Topics We Cover:🔥 The LA riots and wh...2025-07-131h 18
The Salt PodcastEP 8 | Veronica B: Choosing Christ Over Clout—Faith, Fame, OnlyFans & Not Compromising for ClicksIn this powerful episode of The Salt Podcast, George Iskander and Simon Thomas Gilto sit down with the hilarious and inspiring Veronica B—comedian, content creator, and devoted Christian—for a raw, unfiltered conversation about faith, fame, and the fight to stay true to Christ in a world obsessed with image.Veronica opens up about her journey to online fame, the intense pressures of social media, and how her relationship with God has transformed her life both on and off the screen. Together, we dive into the rise of OnlyFans culture and the growing pressure young women face...2025-07-062h 24
The Salt PodcastEP 7 | Alex Jurado AKA Voice of Reason: Faith, Fame, and Finding Truth in a World of ChaosIn this powerful episode of The Salt Podcast, George Iskander and Simon sit down with Alex Jurado, better known as Voice of Reason, for an honest and inspiring conversation about faith, culture, and the challenges of living for Christ in today’s world.From his unexpected journey through acting and sales to becoming a Catholic theologian and viral content creator, Alex shares how God led him to use his unique voice to bring others back to faith. The discussion covers hot-button topics like the Israel-Iran conflict, Christian Zionism, Jordan Peterson’s faith struggles, and the role of the...2025-07-032h 23
The Salt PodcastEP 6 | Race Tracks to Redemption: Champion Driver Andrew Varona on Fame, Faith & Finding PurposeIn this powerful episode of The Salt Podcast, we sit down with 6-time racing champion, entrepreneur, and preacher Andrew Varona.
From speeding across finish lines to standing behind pulpits, Andrew shares his incredible journey — the glory of professional racing, the hidden struggles that came with fame and fortune, and the divine calling that pulled him toward preaching the Gospel.
We talk about:
His career as a professional race car driver
The spiritual emptiness behind the spotlight
How God called him out of the fast lane and into ministry
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The Salt PodcastEP 6 | Race Tracks to Redemption: Champion Driver Andrew Varona on Fame, Faith & Finding PurposeIn this powerful episode of The Salt Podcast, we sit down with 6-time racing champion, entrepreneur, and preacher Andrew Varona.From speeding across finish lines to standing behind pulpits, Andrew shares his incredible journey — the glory of professional racing, the hidden struggles that came with fame and fortune, and the divine calling that pulled him toward preaching the Gospel.We talk about:His career as a professional race car driverThe spiritual emptiness behind the spotlightHow God called him out of the fast lane and into ministry...2025-06-281h 10
The Salt PodcastEP 5 | From Corporate Life to Priesthood: Fr Mark Basily on Faith, Family & Purity🔔 In this deeply personal and inspiring episode of The Salt Podcast, we sit down with Fr Mark Basily—a husband, father of four, former IBM and PwC consultant, and priest at St Mark’s Coptic Orthodox Church in Sydney.We explore Fr Mark’s life journey:✅ Growing up as an Egyptian migrant in Australia✅ His career in the corporate world before priesthood✅ Navigating marriage, fatherhood, and spiritual struggles✅ Advice on purity, dating, and finding the right partner✅ How to protect your faith in today’s culture✅ What to do when your marriage is on the brin...2025-05-291h 50
The Salt PodcastEP 4 | 2 Orthodox Priests on Gender Identity, Abortion, IVF & George JankoIn this thought-provoking episode of The Salt Podcast, we sit down with two young Orthodox priests, Fr. Anthony and Fr. Elijah, both former medical professionals now serving at St. Mark's Orthodox Church in Arncliffe.Join us as we explore pressing contemporary issues through the lens of faith, including:Gender identity and the Orthodox perspectiveThe sanctity of life and the Church’s stance on abortionEthical considerations surrounding IVF and medical interventionGeorge Janko’s spiritual journey and what we can learn from his storyWith their uniq...2025-05-141h 35
The Salt PodcastEP 3 | Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel – Forgiveness, God’s Love, Pope Kyrollos & Candace OwensWhat does it look like to stand for Christ in a world that’s quick to cancel you? In this powerful episode, Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel shares openly about faith, courage, and forgiveness in the face of intense public scrutiny. From his deep convictions about biblical truth 📖 to his heartfelt call for unity and love ❤️, Bishop Mar Mari inspires believers to remain steadfast no matter the cost.You’ll hear:💡 Why standing for God’s Word will always face opposition🙏 The role of prayer in staying grounded during trials❤️ The power of forgiveness, even toward those who hurt y...2025-04-132h 01
The Salt PodcastEP 2 | Fr Bishoy El Antony: 47 Years as a Monk – Armed Robbery, the Devil & Divine MiraclesWhat happens when a monk leaves the quiet of the monastery to follow God’s call to the ends of the earth? In this inspiring episode, Fr. Bishoy El Antony shares incredible stories from decades of service — from the stillness of the Egyptian desert 🏜️ to missionary work in remote African villages 🌿🙏, and encounters with people whose lives were forever changed by God’s power.You’ll hear:📖 How a life of prayer prepared him for global ministry🌍 First-hand accounts of God’s provision and protection in dangerous places💡 Lessons learned from serving in cultures far from home❤️ Stories...2025-03-272h 02
The Salt PodcastEP 1 | Fr Jacob Magdy: God’s Grace, Divine Provision & Relationship WisdomWhat happens when a humble priest surrenders everything to God? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Fr. Jacob Magdy, who shares jaw-dropping testimonies of answered prayer, miraculous provision 💰✨, and healings that left doctors speechless 🏥🙌. From his early days in Egypt 🇪🇬 to decades of faithful service at St Mark’s Church, Fr. Jacob opens his heart about:💡 How to overcome temptation by shifting your focus to Christ💒 Building strong, Christ-centered marriages & families🤲 Leading with humility (and why pride destroys ministry)💵 God’s provision in the most impossible situations❤️ Stories of healing, protection & divine interventionThis conver...2025-02-251h 31