Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast)

150th Episode Celebration with 2015 Dove Award Nominees

Episode #150 of the Voices In My Head Podcast features 2015 Dove Award nominees who have been on or associated with the show.This week's show features:About A MileAll Sons & DaughtersRandall Goodgame (Slugs & Bugs)Andrew GreerCraig AdamsAndrew Peterson.Its a great show celebrating 150 episodes by spotlighting some of the most talented guests we've been privileged to have on the show.

Episode #149 - Into The Fray with Matt Mikalatos

This week on the Voices In My Head Podcast, http://www.mikalatos.com/p/welcome-to-mikalatoscom.htmljoins us to talk about his latest book, Into The Fray. Into the Fray, is
an exploration of the book of Acts in a modern-day setting. It's about
church, the Holy Spirit, and the importance of story in God's plan for
the world.Also, check out Matt's many blog posts from coolsville at www.NorvilleRogers.com and his the Storymen Podcast that he hosts with Klay Morgan and J. R. Forasteros at www.Storymen.us

Episode #148: The Dirty Parts of the Bible with Sam Torode

My guest this week on the Voices In My Head Podcast is Sam Torode. Sam is a writer, a visual artist, and a singer living in in Nashville, Tennessee. On his Father's side of the family, Sam is related to Henry David Thoreau and on his mother's side are Texas farmers, preachers, outlaws, banjo players, and Cherokee Indians.His novel "The Dirty Parts of the Bible," reflects both sides, combining religious/philosophical exploration with an epic journey to Texas to reclaim his defrocked minister father's fortune. Sam's writing has been compared to Mark Twain, Sue Monk Kidd, and Flannery O'ConnorPublisher's Weekly gave this really glowing review to "Dirty Parts of the Bible"While the title suggests a raunchy read, this rich and soulful novel is actually a rather well-done coming-of-age story steeped in wanderlust and whimsy that at times recalls The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, and at others a tamer On the Road. The story begins in 1936 as 19-year-old Tobias is thumbing his way from Remus, Mich., to his uncle's farm in Glen Rose, Tex., to find a hidden bag of money, after his father, a Baptist pastor, drunkenly slams his car into the church and is removed from the parsonage. The author does an excellent job in making well-charted territory (riding the rails; scavenged campfire meals under the stars) seem vibrant and new. Snippets of scripture, Southern spirituals, and folk ballads lend context and flavor to the text. Most impressive are the jangly dialogue and the characters' distinctive voices, which are authentic and earthy but not remotely hoary. When Tobias finally arrives at his uncle's, the surprises that await him are more than enough to keep his—and readers'—interests piqued." DISCLAIMER: While this is not a dirty podcast, the topic of this week's conversation may not be appropriate for younger ears as we do acknowledge that there is such a thing as sex and that teenage boys think about it. Use your discretion.

Episode #147 - The Mockingbird Parables with Matt Litton

This week on the Voices In My Head Podcast I'm joined by author Matt Litton as we discuss the works of Harper Lee, both 'To Kill A Mockingbird' as well as the newly released 'Go Set A Watchman'. This is one great show that you don't want to miss. Visit www.MattLitton.com to find out all about Matt Litton's books and schedule.

First Blood Author David Morrell on The Voices In My Head Podcast Episode #146

David Morrell and Sylvester Stallone on the set of First BloodThis week on the Voices In My Head Podcast our special guest isNew York Times Bestselling Author, David Morrell.About David Morrell:In 1972, David Morrell published his debut novel about a veteran with PTSD who returned home from the Vietnam war, bringing the war home with him. The name of this groundbreaking novel is First Blood. It was called “the father of the modern action novel,” and was widely and enthusiastically reviewed. It was also taught in high schools and colleges. It became a 1982 film, starring Sylvester Stallone, and led to a series of films about Rambo, who joined the ranks of the top five internationally recognized thriller icons: Sherlock Holmes, Tarzan, James Bond, and Harry Potter. In addition to being Rambo's creator, David Morrell also holds a Ph. D. in American literature from Penn State and was a professor in the English department at the University of Iowa where he taught from 1970 to 1986. His numerous New York Times bestsellers include the classic spy novel, The Brotherhood of the Rose, The Fraternity of the Stone, and The League of Night and Fog. Eventually wearying of two professions, Morrell gave up his academic tenure in order to write full time. Shortly after, tragedy struck theMorrell family, as David's fifteen-year-old son Matthew was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer and died in 1987, a loss that haunts not only Morrell’s life but his work, as in his memoir about Matthew, Fireflies, and his novel Desperate Measures, whose main character lost a son.In 2007 after 40 years of novels, honors, and awards David Morrell was able to add comic book writer to his resume, writing the acclaimed mini-series turned Graphic Novel, Captain America: The Chosen. Since then he has also written stories for The Amazing Spider-Man as well as the Savage Wolverine. Find out even more about David Morrell on his official web site at www.DavidMorrell.net

Episode #145: Slugs and Bugs with Randall Goodgame

This week on the Voices In My Head Podcast I'm joined by the talented Randall Goodgame. He has written songs for Veggie Tales, Caedmon's Call, Andrew Peterson, Jason Gray, Jill Phillips, and Eric Peters. He is also a frequent collaborator of Andrew Peterson, including the 2006 music album, Slugs & Bugs & Lullabies. From this album, the song You Can Always Come Home was featured on the Veggie Tales' The Wonderful Wizard of Ha's (2007). He and his wife live in Nashville Tennessee with their three kids and a dog. ( schnoodle)You can support the new Slugs and Bugs Sing The Bible Record at this web site. http://www.slugsandbugs.com/

Voices In My Head Podcast Episode #144 - The Amazing Spider-Man with Matt Anderson

This week on the Voices in my Head Podcast I am joined by Matt Anderson of the Sci- Fi Christian Podcast. We talk about Spider-man and the themes of "Power" and "Responsibility" while revisiting a classic Stan Lee and Steve Ditko storyline of the Amazing Spider-Man, The Master Planner!!!

Voices In My Head Podcast Episode #143: Morning Daily Prayer Rule

I invite you to pray along with me this week on this special episode of The Voices My Head Podcast as I lead us through a Morning Daily Prayer Rite of the Orthodox Church. Click the link below to follow along with the prayer.http://rickleejames.com/?attachment_id=30674

Episode #142: Peter Enns - The Bible Tells Me So

This
week on the Voices In My Head Podcast, Peter Enns joins us to talk
about his latest book and we discuss 10 things he wishes everyone knew
about the Bible. You can buy all of Peter's book on Amazon through this
link. http://www.amazon.com/Peter-Enns/e/B001IOFH9Q/ref=sr_tc_2_0?qid=1435162477&sr=8-2-ent

Voices In My Head Podcast Episode #141 - The Matt Liechty Hymn Project

This week on the Podcast I am joined by a really great singer and songwriter name Matt Liechty.
Matt rocketed to musical stardom by appearing on the soundtrack of the
movie Ragamuffin, The True Story of Rich Mullins. Since then, thanks in
large part to the help of Mullins' Ragamuffin Band member, Mitch
McVicker, Matt has gone on to release a new record of classic hymns. We
get to hear some those hymn this week on the Podcast as Matt tells us
his amazing story of how God has brought him to a new, unique place in
life and ministry.