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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 #48: OPERATION JOY JARS brings smiles to the faces of courageous kids fighting cancer | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 35:04

Cancer doesn’t care where you live or how old you are. It’s some of the most devastating news anyone can receive…especially when it happens to a child. Erik Rees knows the feeling. It happened to his family almost 10 years ago. Erik tells about his daughter Jessie who started making JoyJars to help bring smiles to the faces of kids who were too sick to go home. We are honored to share their story. Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner David Sams and TV personality Victoria Robinson. Photo courtesy JoyJars.org.

 #47: CIMORELLI share more stories and songs, plus how to be true to yourself and combat the comparison trap! (PART 2) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 55:50

#47: CIMORELLI share more stories and songs, plus how to be true to yourself and combat the comparison trap! (PART 2)

 #46: CIMORELLI is more than a YouTube sensation, they've got an empowering message of hope to share (PART 1) | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 30:52

The Cimorelli sisters have a global social media footprint with millions of followers and over a billion views on their YouTube channel. As Christina, Katherine, Lisa, Amy, Lauren and Dani tour the world with their music & read their social media messages, they meet & hear from thousands of girls sharing their hearts. Part 1 is with Christina, Lisa and Lauren so don't miss the others in Part 2. Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner David Sams & TV personality Victoria Robinson. Photo courtesy CimorelliMusic.com.

 #45: AMY GRANT and MICHAEL W. SMITH take a trip down memory lane spanning 40 years of friendship | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 28:54

#45: AMY GRANT and MICHAEL W. SMITH take a trip down memory lane spanning 40 years of friendship

 #44: MARK BATTERSON says he failed his way to success, but how did coffee & movie theaters pave the way in our Nation's Capitol? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 39:12

Being touted one of the most innovative churches in America in the heart of Washinton, D.C. is no small compliment for a town of skeptics. Best-selling author and National Community Church pastor Mark Batterson says church is not a noun - it's a verb. Is that why every Sunday he has thousands gathering in movie theaters across the nation's capitol? Mark reveals the path to double blessings. Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner David Sams & tv personality Victoria Robinson. Photo courtesy MarkBatterson.com.

 #43: MAX LUCADO takes the simple idea of happiness and challenges you to find it. It may be harder than you think! | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 36:57

New York Times best-selling author Max Lucado has written over 100 books and his latest, "How Happiness Happens" reveals how to find lasting joy in a world of comparison, disappointment and unmet expectations. With clinical depression on the rise and only 1 out of 3 Americans saying they are happy, Max admits even he needs an attitude adjustment at times! Is the pursuit of happiness on the decline? Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner David Sams and TV personality Victoria Robinson. Photo courtesy MaxLucado.com.

 #42: BECKY THOMPSON the mommy blogger on a global mission at midnight | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 29:13

After a long day of playground playdates, wiping runny noses & changing diapers, the silence in the dead of the night can make a mom feel lonely. Becky Thompson knows moms everywhere are mustering the energy to battle the stresses and fears that come with motherhood. That's why her Midnight Mom Devotional community on FB has EXPLODED! From blogging to best-selling books, she encourages moms globally. Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner David Sams & TV personality Victoria Robinson.Photo courtesy BeckyThompson.com.

 #41: MIKE DONEHEY, lead singer for Tenth Avenue North has no shame and admits he doesn't have all the answers | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 38:05

​Casual sex, pornography, political outrage, hatred, shame, secrets, fear and sexual abuse. Sound like issues Christian pop artists tackle? Tenth Avenue North's lead singer Mike Donehey says he isn't afraid of those taboo topics and that rare raw honesty has given them the platform to perform for millions of people for over a decade. He even admits to extra-marital attraction as his fans gasp! Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner David Sams and TV personality Victoria Robinson. Photo courtesy TenthAvenueNorth.com

 #40: JEN LEDGER, this female drummer is striking a chord on her own, fighting fear and waiting for Mr. Right | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 56:57

Female drummers definitely rock the status quo and Jen Ledger is no exception. This shy Brit took up the drums at 13 yrs old and 5 years later found herself touring the world with multi-platinum selling rock band, SKILLET. She left behind her dream of becoming a hairdresser in England and is balancing the band along with her brand new solo project "Ledger." Find out how she stepped into the limelight. Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner David Sams & TV personality Victoria Robinson. Photo courtesy LedgerBand.co

 #39: MIKE HUCKABEE, the politician turned TV personality becomes a social media favorite and continues to be an agent of change | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 40:43

What makes this former Governor of Arkansas and TV/radio talk show host nervous? As the father of Sarah Huckabee Sanders, former press secretary to President Trump, the answer might surprise you. Find out why she left the White House and what her dad really thinks of it. Plus Mike shares the reason behind why he believes we must set the standard & love everybody. Special guest the Annie Moses Band. Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner David Sams & TV personality Victoria Robinson. Photo courtesy MikeHuckabee.com.

 #38: SKILLET'S JOHN COOPER has an underdog rock music story to the tune of two billion streams and asks what in God's name is happening to Christianity? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 45:26

John Cooper is the frontman of Skillet, one of the best-selling rock bands of the 21st century. Having sold over 12 million albums and just surpassing two billion streams, they are rockers that break the mold. John has a candid conversation about his viral post on wrestling with God and being an influencer who values truth over feeling. Plus who made him fangirl? Skillet's new album Victorious is out now. Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner David Sams & TV personality Victoria Robinson. Photo courtesy Skillet.com.

 #37: BARRY ZITO- Baseball's Hollywood playboy shares about living the dream that turned into a nightmare and how he's found fulfillment beyond fortune and fame | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 53:31

In 2007 Cy Young Award-winning pitcher & two-time World Series Champion, Barry Zito signed a seven-year, $126 million contract with the San Francisco Giants. At the time it was the largest contract ever given to a pitcher. Years later he hit rock bottom. Go beyond the mound as he talks baseball, brokenness & the Bible revealing stories from his memoir, "Curveball" & launches his new music career. Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner David Sams and TV personality Victoria Robinson. Photo courtesy BarryZitoMusic.com.

 #36: ALEX KENDRICK the movie maker reveals the difference between a good idea and a God idea and how he's connected with millions at the box office | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 59:27

Actor/Writer/Director Alex Kendrick delivered huge hits at the box office (War Room, Facing The Giants, Fireproof) & he teams up with his brothers for their film “Overcomer.” Alex reveals how they and a team of volunteers made a major motion picture for just $20k; how his marriage was suffering in the midst of making a movie about a Godly marriage; and the art of creating iconic movie scenes! Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner David Sams and HGTV personality Victoria Robinson. Photo courtesy KendrickBrothers.

 #35: GLORIA GAYNOR, the 70's Queen of Disco gives her Testimony and is Back on Top | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 36:02

Who doesn't jump up & belt out from the top of their lungs the moment they hear Gloria Gaynor's hits like "I Will Survive" and "Never Can Say Good Bye"? The iconic star of the 70's disco era has found herself back on top with a new album, Testimony. She reveals how "I Will Survive" was launched out of the legendary Studio 54, how she herself survived paralysis plus a devastating financial setback. Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner David Sams & HGTV personality Victoria Robinson. Photo courtesy GloriaGaynor.com.

 #34: DON MOEN writes this hit song in a hidden music genre and millions listen! | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 39:30

Life can be messy, but one thing Don Moen has shared with millions around the world through his music is that God will make a way when there seems to be no way. From deep personal tragedy, he penned the hallmark Praise & Worship song of his career, "God Will Make a Way" & ignited a global community yearning for that message of hope. Don shares the story behind the song that led to a book of the same title. Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner David Sams & TV personality Victoria Robinson. Photo courtesy DonMoen.co

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