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Do you ever feel like there’s a dark cloud looming over you? Well artist Katy Nichole has felt that pain and also knows it’s possible for that cloud to disappear! The young artist sits down with nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, to talk about her struggle with severe scoliosis, post-surgery complications and how she ultimately found healing and purpose. Katy also tells how social media first helped launch her now record-setting hit, “In Jesus Name (God of Possible)”. A brief video of that song on TikTok went viral, and now well over 150 million people around the world have heard the chorus. Her latest single with Big Daddy Weave is called “God Is In This Story.”   #KatyNichole #InJesusName #GodIsInThisStory

Is there anything more synonymous with patriotic pride than the song “God Bless The U.S.A”? We can thank Grammy award-winning artist Lee Greenwood for that! Through genres and generations this song has become another national anthem and now is celebrating its 40th year. Nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, reflects with Lee not only about his most popular song, but also his decorated career. This Veteran's Day they also chat about Lee’s nonprofit work with the organization, Helping a Hero, and the popular and limited edition release of “God Bless The U.S.A. Bible.” #LeeGreenwood #GodBlessTheUSA #GodBlessTheUSABible #HelpingaHero #VeteransDay

Top female Christian recording artist, Tasha Layton takes a look at what God has done as she is heading from one tour to the next, working on a second book, releasing a full-length Christmas album called “This is Christmas,” and raising her two kids with her musician husband. It's go-go-go, but Tasha shares with nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, how she’s staying grounded knowing it's ok to drop some balls in the chaos of life. Tasha also talks about her prayer journal "Boundless" inspired by God's love and latest chart-topping single, “How Far”. #TashaLayton #HowFar #ThisIsChristmas #LookWhatYou'veDone

What would you do if given a second chance? At just 19 years-old, Michael Phillips was facing decades in prison on drug charges. But a judge gave him an alternate option: go to a special college program for adjudicated youth instead. Now Michael has reinvented himself as a pastor and education reform advocate working to dismantle the system that results in so many young Black men like himself going straight from school to prison. Nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, learns more about Michael’s incredible story that’s also detailed in his book, “Wrong Lanes Have Right Turns.” #LifePrep #MichaelPhillips #WrongLanesHaveRightTurns

“Let me tell you about my Jesus!” Those are the signature lyrics to Anne Wilson’s chart-topping, award-winning song that has catapulted her into the spotlight. But those words mean so much more to the 20-year-old than just career success. Anne shares with nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, her personal story of hope and healing after losing her older brother Jacob in a car accident. Singing in front of people for the first time at his funeral, that is where she found her calling. Anne tells how her dream of becoming an astronaut took a sharp turn and explains her Christian-country roots. She also gives insight into some of her current projects like her new single, “Hey Girl,” and her first book, “My Jesus: From Heartache to Hope”. #AnneWilson #MyJesus #MyJesusBook #HeyGirlNation

We’ve all heard the old saying “use a little wine for your stomach’s sake,” well now you can get all the benefits of red wine minus the alcohol, sugars, and calories in a single capsule. For the first time in Contagious Influencers of America history, nine-time Emmy winner David Sams is talking about an influential product! It’s called VINIA® and it’s a daily capsule uses the miracle superfood of red grapes to increase blood circulation and improve your health. Joining David is founder and CEO of BioHarvest, Ilan Sobel, and pastor O.S. Hawkins to talk about how to increase your energy and alertness and the power of the plants God created! Learn more about VINIA® at Vinia.com/Salem or call 800-450-8503. While VINIA® did not pay to be included in this podcast, the company is a sponsor of our sister radio show, KeepTheFaith. All medical/nutritional claims are the sole responsibility of VINIA®. As far as we know, there are no known contra indications for taking VINIA® with any drugs or medication. We do however r

Jordan Lee Dooley is the epitome of a go-getter. At 25 years young, Jordan had already founded two companies, wrote a national best-selling book, and garnered a large social media following. But now the entrepreneur is learning how to slow down and cultivate a lifestyle that prioritizes herself first. Jordan sits down with nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, to discuss her latest best-selling book called “Embrace Your Almost” and how she is still chasing her dreams, but with clarity and contentment.  #SoulScripts #OwnYourEveryday #YourBrokennessIsWelcomeHere #SHEpodcast

“Happy Birthday!” Is what you’d usually say when celebrating someone turning another year older, but if you’re Ainsley Earhardt you say, “I’m So Glad You Were Born!” Ainsley is a TV news anchor and New York Times best-selling author. She is catching up with nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, about her latest children’s book to hit #1, “I’m So Glad You Were Born: Celebrating Who You Are”. This book really celebrates all the happiness and love between a parent and child and treasures the traits that make us uniquely different.   #GladYouWereBornBook #FoxandFriends #AinsleyEarhardt

Imagine writing 19 books, now imagine writing 19 books blind! Jennifer Rothschild has never met a challenge she hasn’t been able to overcome. As an author, speaker, podcaster, wife, mom, and grandma making appearances on TV's "Today" Show and "Good Morning America", there is no such thing as limitations for Jennifer. She shares countless stories of hope and adversity with nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, that are sure to give you new-found perspective on life. #4:13Podcast #JenniferRothschild #LessonsILearnedInTheDark

Senator Tim Scott is living proof that the American Dream still exists today. From his family’s history of facing discrimination, growing up in a poor single-family household, or the obstacles he’s faced in his schooling and career, Senator Scott has risen above the hardships to become a leader of our nation. He is the first African American to be elected to both the U.S. House and the U.S. Senate and chats with nine-time Emmy winner David Sams about these remarkable stories that are also detailed in his New York Times Best Selling memoir, “America, A Redemption Story.”   #SenatorTimScott #Memoir #AmericaRedemptionStory

Does it is sting when you think about the division in our society right now? Well, let this episode fill your heart with honey! Kyle Mann and Joel Berry are two of the masterminds behind the popular satire site the “Babylon Bee.” Nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, talks with the two about some of their best jokes to date and dealing with the scrutiny that comes with being a Christian, conservative platform that tells jokes. When Kyle and Joel aren’t “making up” headlines, they are also writing best-selling books. The two of them talk about their first fictional book, “The Postmodern Pilgrim’s Progress: An Allegorical Tale” and their second tongue-in-cheek guidebook, “The Babylon Bee Guide to Democracy.” #BabylonBee #FakeNewsYouCanTrust #GuidetoDemocracy

Tony Dungy may be best known for becoming the first African American head coach to win the Super Bowl and currently a football analyst on NBC, but it’s the work he does with his wife, Lauren, that really is truly remarkable. Throughout their 40 years of marriage, the two of them have fostered over 100 kids and counting. Not to mention, they also have 11 children of their own, eight via adoption. Nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, chats with the couple about their recently released book, “Uncommon Influence.” They share how they have a purposeful life due to the intentional choices they make every day and how they create positive change by using their gifts and talents when God calls them to. #TonyDungy #UncommonInfluence #LaurenDungy

Four time Emmy Award-winning TV personality, actress and best-selling author, Kathie Lee Gifford returns to the Contagious Influencers of America podcast to talk about her latest project, “The Way.” In theaters September 1st only, it’s a film that brings biblical stories to life with orchestral arrangements, powerful narration, and breathtaking visuals. She also has a book to compliment the project, called “The God of the Way,” co-written with Rabbi Jason Sobel that will help explain the Bible with a fresh perspective. Nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, asks his friend Kathie Lee about what it took to make all this possible. #KathieLee #TheWay #TheGodoftheWay

TobyMac has endured some of the deepest of valleys but is finding a way to see the little glimpses of goodness again. The seven-time Grammy award winner with six Gold Records is releasing his first full-length project since 2018. Special guest interviewee, KeepTheFaith’s host, Keith Stevens, gets real with Toby, dissecting the songs that helped him grieve the loss of his oldest son. Now, those songs are offering wisdom and hope for those going through similar struggles. The greatly anticipated “Life After Death” album releases August 19.

Has work got you stuck in a rut? Need courage today to make a change? It’s true that Jaime Villalovos became a seven-figure earner before the age of thirty, but her true achievement is being able to make all those business dreams come true, while also building a strong family unit. She shares about that in her book “Happy and Strong” and with nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams. Of course, it wasn’t an easy road to the top. Jaime also tells of her days living in poverty, overcoming roadblocks and the motivation behind her business endeavors.  #HappyAndStrong #JaimeVillalovos #DreamLife

They say sharing your story is a courageous step towards healing your own heart, but Nicole Crank’s story is healing countless others as well! Nicole is a popular TV host, international speaker, and author of the new book, “I Will Thrive.” She shares her gut-wrenching journey from assault and abuse, to thriving where she is today with nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams. Also joining them is Nicole’s husband, David, to talk about co-leading the large multi-site Faith Church, and their daughter, Ashtyn, who’s diving into the Christian music industry. #NicoleCrankShow #FaithChurch #IWillThrive

Wonder if you have what it takes to be a singer-songwriter? Sheri Thrower has the heart of a teacher and can get you there. Sheri is an award-winning vocal coach and music producer and has helped countless young artists create and produce their own music. Nine-time Emmy winner David Sams sits down with Sheri and one of her artists, Emily Ashby, to talk about the Xs and Os of creating original songs. You can hear Emily’s music, plus many other original pieces created by Sheri and her students, under the music hub, “The Grove Jesus Music,” on all streaming platforms. #TheGroveJesusMusic #SingAkadamie #SheriThrower

What does it take to be a genius? Erwin McManus says if it’s breaking the status quo and changing the ways we view the world, Jesus must be the greatest genius of all-time. Nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, sits down with the author to discuss his latest book “The Genius of Jesus” and how we can all discover our own personal genius. Erwin also shares how his church, Mosaic, based in Hollywood, is impacting lives around the globe. #ErwinMcManus #TheGeniusOf #Mosaic  

Needing that halftime pump up speech to get you through this week? Well look no further than Brian Dawkins. Brian is an NFL Hall of Famer after playing 16 seasons in the league primarily with the Philadelphia Eagles. Also known by his nickname “Weapon X,” Brian’s intensity and leadership on the defensive side of the ball was palpable. Nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, uncovers what anchored Brian through it all and he reveals incredible stories of faith and family shared in his new autobiography “Blessed By The Best.” Photo courtesy Chasity Edwards. AP Photo/George Widman. #BrianDawkins #BlessedByTheBest #ImpactFoundation

There are no perfect parents, but there are plenty of perfect moments along the way. Stephen Miller, of the YouTube famous family, “The Miller Fam” has learned that raising, get this, seven kids! In his new book “The Art of Getting It Wrong” this dad shares how your failures and disappointments don’t have to be defining. Also a big advocate of adoption and foster care, Stephen talks with nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, about his family’s unique dynamics and how they get through the highs and lows in life, including currently living as a family of nine in an RV! #TheMillerFam #TheArtofGettingItWrong #WhatsUpBeautifulPeople