CIA: Contagious Influencers of America show

CIA: Contagious Influencers of America

Summary: CIA: The Contagious Influencers of America Podcast. Meet the Gamechangers, the Influencers and those who are not afraid to show up with a shovel if that's what it takes to move a mountain. Go inside the minds of true American trailblazers who are making a difference by sharing their stories of personal triumph, overcoming obstacles, defeating fear, fighting addiction, and rejecting failure. Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner David Sams with TV personality Victoria Robinson and author, speaker and life coach to the stars, Tim Storey. Produced by Contagious Audio Networks.

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 #63: PEGGY ROWE is her son's biggest fan...find out the secret to her motherly love that helped Mike Rowe rise to the top! | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 39:57

#63: PEGGY ROWE is her son's biggest fan...find out the secret to her motherly love that helped Mike Rowe rise to the top!

 #62: PAULA FARIS leaves fear and ABC NEWS behind to discover a life of true calling | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 32:21

​In this time of COVID-19 are you thinking of pivoting? Paula Faris was on a professional trajectory straight to the top​​. As the weekend host of ABC's "Good Morning America" & then "The View," her years of determination paid off. So why did she walk away from the 2 dream jobs she worked so hard to achieve? After experiencing a series of setbacks​​, the surprising answer was found in letting go of her fears to pursu​e​ her true calling. Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner David Sams. Photo courtesy

 #61: A CORONAVIRUS SPECIAL - Fear Is Not The Boss of You with Jennifer Allwood | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 40:02

With COVID-19 wreaking havoc around the world, how do we contain the spread of fear as well? Is fear taking control? Author & podcaster Jennifer Allwood coaches thousands of people each month on how to dig deep to discover why you are stuck & find the courage to make the most of a challenging time. Her book "Fear Is Not The Boss of You" teaches critical steps that may help you pivot your business & thrive in these uncertain times. Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner David Sams. Photo courtesy JenniferAllwood.com.

 #60 KEVIN DOWNES from actor to producer is making films that confound Hollywood yet audiences crave | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 57:14

What does it take to "make it" in Hollywood these days? Listen as actor-turned-producer Kevin Downes (Courageous, Mom's Night Out, I Can Only Imagine) reveals the twists & turns that have taken him to the top of the faith-based world of film-making including getting a green light from Dennis Quaid. His latest film, "I Still Believe" starring KJ Apa tells a true tender love story for the ages. Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner David Sams & TV personality Victoria Robinson. Photo courtesy istillbelievemovie.com.

 #59: JEREMY CAMP tells his story of love and loss that led to the song "I Still Believe" & is now a major motion picture | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 40:06

The difficulties you encounter in life aren’t always up to you. But how you respond and where you go from there can be. Before Jeremy Camp burst onto the music scene 18 years ago, he endured one of the most difficult times in his life, losing his first wife Melissa to cancer. His song, “I Still Believe” came out of that tragic time and his story is told in the new movie “I Still Believe.” Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner David Sams & TV personality Victoria Robinson. Photo courtesy of www.jeremycamp.c

 #58: KARAN KENDRICK is passionate about youth and the way her faith impacts her art | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 11:36

Actress Karan Kendrick stars in the award-winning movie “Just Mercy” alongside Jamie Foxx and Michael B. Jordan. (Don't miss our podcast episode with Bryan Stevenson to learn how this true story of social justice came about.) Karan shares how she learned to listen to the still small voice of God to find purpose in what she does and how acting is a way to impact the world around her. Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner David Sams & TV personality Victoria Robinson. Photo courtesy of Warner Bros.

 #57: BRYAN STEVENSON fights for justice for death row inmates wrongfully convicted and changes the world | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 20:13

Bryan Stevenson isn't just a successful lawyer. He & his team at Equal Justice Initiative have helped free 135 wrongly convicted death row inmates. In the movie “Just Mercy” starring Jamie Foxx & Michael B. Jordan, one of those cases gets the spotlight. Bryan speaks about the influence of his family growing up & how his faith impacts working with those on death row to help them get to “higher ground.” Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner David Sams & TV personality Victoria Robinson. Photo courtesy Warner B

 #56: CHARLIE DANIELS tells how one line in his head became an iconic song & people still debate if Johnny is the best that's ever been! | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 45:53

It doesn't matter if you are a country music fan or not, everyone knows the song “The Devil Went Down to Georgia” by legendary artist Charlie Daniels. While you may know the lyrics by heart, do you know the story behind the song? Daniels shares how it came together and shot him to worldwide fame with just a line in his mind & how at 83 years old he still has a fire in his belly to perform. Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner David Sams & TV personality Victoria Robinson. Photo courtesy of www.charliedaniels.co

 #55: KEVIN SORBO and his wife SAM have a Hollywood love story and share the keys to a strong marriage | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 35:40

Kevin Sorbo shot to fame as the lead role in the popular TV series, Hercules: The Legendary Journeys which gave way to a long career in TV & film. Today he & his wife Sam are a Hollywood power couple writing, producing & directing faith-based films like "Let There Be Light." Peek inside the couple's lives and hear the story of Kevin’s incredible comeback after suffering a stroke that he kept a secret. Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner David Sams & TV personality Victoria Robinson. Photo courtesy KevinSorbo.net

 #54: LINDSAY TEAGUE MORENO understands the balance of work and family & calls female entrepreneurs to Boss Up! | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 38:26

Stay-at-home mom turned multimillion-dollar-producing business owner Lindsay Teague Moreno doesn’t just have a passion for entrepreneurship. She has a deep passion for helping women of all walks of life gain the confidence and skills to tap into their ambition and achieve success in their own business endeavors. She says your day isn't coming but that it's here so don't miss the opportunity & Boss Up! Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner David Sams and TV personality Victoria Robinson. Photo courtesy lindsaytm.co

 #53: FLIPPED LIFESTYLE entrepreneurs Shane and Jocelyn Sams were once school teachers and now Forbes is featuring them! | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 52:20

Tired of living the "good enough" life and want to live the good life? Shane & Jocelyn Sams say you can! From being school teachers to teaching people how to live the American Dream, they have shared with hundreds of people how to find financial freedom & gain control of their time using online business so they can spend more time with the people they love. They call that the Flipped Lifestyle! Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner David Sams & TV personality Victoria Robinson. Photo courtesy FlippedLifestyle.com.

 #52: SADIE ROBERTSON faces her fears and becomes a voice for her generation | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 22:21

Sadie Robertson is well known for her engaging smile and energetic personality, but there is a lot more to the 22-year-old star of A&E's "Duck Dynasty" and runner up on ABC's "Dancing with the Stars" - Season 19. She has a passion to speak, write and encourage others to Live Original & Live Fearless. While speaking all over the country, this newlywed shares about facing some of her greatest fears. Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner David Sams and TV personality Victoria Robinson. Photo courtesy LiveOriginal.com.

 #51: CRAIG AVEN and his wife Tess have coped with loss in a way that has brought healing to millions through his music on Facebook at the holidays | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 41:11

Christmas is a time filled with joy but for many who have lost a loved one, it can be a painful season remembering those who have left us. Craig Aven and his wife Tess know the pain of coping with grief that led him to compose songs like "The Sweetest Gift" that has brought healing to tens of millions through his Facebook & YouTube pages alone. Hosted by 9x Emmy winner David Sams & TV personality Victoria Robinson. Photo courtesy CraigAvenMusic.com. Music used by permission from Craig Aven & The Piano Guys.

 #50: BRENDA LEE is rockin' around the Christmas Tree with CIA! | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 36:37

It’s not every day that you get to celebrate Christmas with a living legend. She’s been recording music for over 60 years, and is the only person to be inducted into the Rock and Roll, Country Music, and Rockabilly Halls of Fame. In fact, the Beatles once opened for HER! This time of year- one of her most iconic songs is still heard everywhere. Who doesn't love "Rockin' Around The Christmas Tree?" Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner, David Sams and TV Personality Victoria Robinson. Photo Courtesy BrendaLee.com

 #49: ZACH WILLIAMS shares his rescue story and climb to the top performing with Dolly Parton! | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 32:05

In a few short years from releasing his Grammy winning debut album "Chain Breaker," Zach Williams found himself performing with Dolly Parton at this year's Country Music Awards. It's been a whirlwind, but a long road as well. Despite growing up in church, Zach battled his fair share of demons while partying & chasing the illusion of rock stardom and lives to tell his rescue story. Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner David Sams and TV personality Victoria Robinson. Photo courtesy ZachWilliamsMusic.com.

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