The RELEVANT Podcast

We’re counting down our favorite pop-culture releases of the year! In this new, six-episode miniseries, the RELEVANT editorial team breaks down their top 50 pop-culture selections of 2016. Each episode features discussions about the year’s best movies, music, TV shows, books and more, while the team listens in to some of their favorites.

This week, we talk with Doctor Strange director Scott Derrickson about the spiritual messages of his new blockbuster and how his own faith influences his filmmaking. We also talk with Gungor about the duo’s latest record One Wild Life: Body and the real-life experiences that shaped the final chapter of their epic trilogy of albums. The gang also discusses the legacy of Bob Dylan, finds out how much of their lives are wasted spent trying to find something to watch on TV, debates the ethics of Taco Bell’s Kit Kat quesadilla, talks about the cultural role of social media criticism and a lot more!

This week, we talk with Doctor Strange director Scott Derrickson about the spiritual messages of his new blockbuster and how his own faith influences his filmmaking. We also talk with Gungor about the duo’s latest record One Wild Life: Body and the real-life experiences that shaped the final chapter of their epic trilogy of albums. The gang also discusses the legacy of Bob Dylan, finds out how much of their lives are wasted spent trying to find something to watch on TV, debates the ethics of Taco Bell’s Kit Kat quesadilla, talks about the cultural role of social media criticism and a lot more!

This week, we talk with Doctor Strange director Scott Derrickson about the spiritual messages of his new blockbuster and how his own faith influences his filmmaking. We also talk with Gungor about the duo’s latest record One Wild Life: Bodyand the real-life experiences that shaped the final chapter of their epic trilogy of albums. The gang also discusses the legacy of Bob Dylan, finds out how much of their lives are wasted spent trying to find something to watch on TV, debates the ethics of Taco Bell’s Kit Kat quesadilla, talks about the cultural role of social media criticism and a lot more! EPISODE SPONSOR A big thanks to our sponsor, Audible, the leading provider of premium digital spoken audio information and entertainment on the Internet. Get a free 30-day trial today by signing up at www.audible.com/RELEVANT! EPISODE SPONSOR A big thanks to our sponsor, Squarespace, the all-in-one platform that makes it fast and easy to create a professional website. For a free trial, click the logo and get 10% off your first purchase on new accounts when you use offer code “RELEVANT.” EPISODE MUSIC 1. Mac Miller, “Dang! (feat. Anderson .Paak)” 2. The Shins, “Dead Alive” 3. The Head and the Heart, “All We Ever Knew” 4. Shura, “Make It Up” 5. Bat for Lashes, “Sunday Love” 6. Bob Dylan, “Mr. Tambourine Man” ADDITIONAL LINKS Dr. Strange Follow Scott on Twitter

This week, we talk to Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong'o about her new film “Queen of Katwe” and why she gravitates toward socially redeeming stories. The team also takes an in-depth look at the brand new issue of RELEVANT, discusses America’s greatest fears, watches Obama reading mean Tweets, talks about why the gender pay gap still exists, reads some of our listeners' best (or is it worst?) dad jokes and a whole lot more! Editor's Note: Below are the images of "Aaron" and "Tim Tebow" as "children" that Aaron supplied.

This week, we talk to Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong'o about her new film “Queen of Katwe” and why she gravitates toward socially redeeming stories. The team also takes an in-depth look at the brand new issue of RELEVANT, discusses America’s greatest fears, watches Obama reading mean Tweets, talks about why the gender pay gap still exists, reads some of our listeners' best (or is it worst?) dad jokes and a whole lot more! Editor's Note: Below are the images of "Aaron" and "Tim Tebow" as "children" that Aaron supplied.

This week, we talk to Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o about her new film “Queen of Katwe” and why she gravitates toward socially redeeming stories. The team also takes an in-depth look at the brand new issue of RELEVANT, discusses America’s greatest fears, watches Obama reading mean Tweets, talks about why the gender pay gap still exists, reads some of our listeners’ best (or is it worst?) dad jokes and a whole lot more! Editor’s Note: Below are the images of “Aaron” and “Tim Tebow” as “children” that Aaron supplied. EPISODE SPONSOR A big thanks to our sponsor, Squarespace, the all-in-one platform that makes it fast and easy to create a professional website. For a free trial, click the logo and get 10% off your first purchase on new accounts when you use offer code “RELEVANT.” EPISODE MUSIC 1. Little Monarch, ‘No Matter What’ 2. Ten Fe, ‘Turn’ 3. Sorcha Richardson, ‘Ruin Your Night’ 4. Young the Giant, ‘Silvertongue’ 5. Streets of Laredo, ‘Trap for Young Players’ 6. Carman, ‘The Champion’ BONUS CONTENT IMAGES     ADDITIONAL LINKS Queen of Katwe Follow Lupita on Twitter

This week, we talk with college football legend, author, broadcaster and baseball player Tim Tebow about overcoming disappointment, finding your identity outside of outward success and his new book “Shaken.” We also hear some painfully hilarious Halloween horror stories from listeners, discuss why election season is so stressful, talk about how Lil Wayne almost had a dramatic career change and give you some idea for spicing up your big “harvest party.”

This week, we talk with college football legend, author, broadcaster and baseball player Tim Tebow about overcoming disappointment, finding your identity outside of outward success and his new book “Shaken.” We also hear some painfully hilarious Halloween horror stories from listeners, discuss why election season is so stressful, talk about how Lil Wayne almost had a dramatic career change and give you some idea for spicing up your big “harvest party.”

This week, we talk with college football legend, author, broadcaster and baseball player Tim Tebow about overcoming disappointment, finding your identity outside of outward success and his new book “Shaken.” We also hear some painfully hilarious Halloween horror stories from listeners, discuss why election season is so stressful, talk about how Lil Wayne almost had a dramatic career change and give you some idea for spicing up your big “harvest party.” EPISODE SPONSOR A big thanks to our sponsor, Squarespace, the all-in-one platform that makes it fast and easy to create a professional website. For a free trial, click the logo and get 10% off your first purchase on new accounts when you use offer code “RELEVANT.” EPISODE SPONSOR With ZipRecruiter.com, you can post your job to 100 plus job sites, including social media networks like Facebook and Twitter – all with a single click. Right now, RELEVANT Podcast listeners can post jobs for free by going to ziprecruiter.com/relevant. EPISODE MUSIC 1. OneRepublic, “Kids” 2. Sleigh Bells, “I Can Only Stare” 3. Sia (feat. Kendrick Lamar), “The Greatest” 4. The Flaming Lips, “The Castle” 5. Bobby Pickett, “The Monster Mash” ADDITIONAL LINKS Tim Tebow Follow Tim on Twitter Purchase “Shaken” QUESTION OF THE WEEK WHAT IS YOUR BEST DAD J

This week, we talk with musician Chris Thile, the Nickel Creek member who’s taking the reins of the iconic public radio show "A Prairie Home Companion" this weekend. We discuss what it’s like filling the shoes left by Garrison Keillor, why he thinks Radiohead would be a great fit on the show and how the weekly broadcast is like a church service. We also meet two new members of the RELEVANT team, have a special sequel to the Town Hall debate (The Reckoning!), see what Nic Cage is up to, discuss the possibility of aliens and a lot more!

This week, we talk with musician Chris Thile, the Nickel Creek member who’s taking the reins of the iconic public radio show "A Prairie Home Companion" this weekend. We discuss what it’s like filling the shoes left by Garrison Keillor, why he thinks Radiohead would be a great fit on the show and how the weekly broadcast is like a church service. We also meet two new members of the RELEVANT team, have a special sequel to the Town Hall debate (The Reckoning!), see what Nic Cage is up to, discuss the possibility of aliens and a lot more!

This week, we talk with musician Chris Thile, the Nickel Creek member who’s taking the reins of the iconic public radio show “A Prairie Home Companion” this weekend. We discuss what it’s like filling the shoes left by Garrison Keillor, why he thinks Radiohead would be a great fit on the show and how the weekly broadcast is like a church service. We also meet two new members of the RELEVANT team, have a special sequel to the Town Hall debate (The Reckoning!), see what Nic Cage is up to, discuss the possibility of aliens and a lot more! EPISODE SPONSOR Casper is an online retailer of premium mattresses for a fraction of the price. Casper’s mattress is one of a kind, with just the right combination of both latex and memory foam. Buying a Casper mattress is completely risk free. Casper offers free delivery and returns within a 100-day period. Click the logo to get $50 off any mattress purchase. EPISODE SPONSOR UNIQLO offers the latest women’s, men’s and kids’ clothing and accessories. UNIQLO’s approach to clothing is simple, with a not so simple purpose — to make your life better. Click on the logo to check them out! EPISODE MUSIC 1. Ten Fè, “Turn” 2. Skott, “Wolf” 3. Bastille, “Blame” 4. Nickel Creek, “The Lighthouse’s Tale” 5. Toulouse, “So I Know You Care” 6. DC Talk, “Jesus Freak” ADDITIONAL LINKS Chris Thile A Prairie Home Companion QUESTION OF THE WEEK WHAT’S THE BEST HALLOWEEN COSTUME YOU’VE EVER HAD?

This week, we talk with actor David Oyelowo about his powerful new film "Queen of Katwe" and the role that faith plays in his life and career. Husband and wife singer/songwriter duo Jonathan David and Melissa Helser also join us to talk about modern worship and their new album out now, "Beautiful Surrender." We also hear the new song from Lecrae and Leon Bridges, discuss Hillsong New York’s stand for Black Lives Matter, learn about how the discovery of a 2,700-year-old toilet confirms an obscure Bible story and a lot more!

This week, we talk with actor David Oyelowo about his powerful new film "Queen of Katwe" and the role that faith plays in his life and career. Husband and wife singer/songwriter duo Jonathan David and Melissa Helser also join us to talk about modern worship and their new album out now, "Beautiful Surrender." We also hear the new song from Lecrae and Leon Bridges, discuss Hillsong New York’s stand for Black Lives Matter, learn about how the discovery of a 2,700-year-old toilet confirms an obscure Bible story and a lot more!