Firebrand Podcast
David Watson
Show overview
Firebrand Podcast has been publishing since 2021, and across the 4 years since has built a catalogue of 99 episodes. That works out to roughly 75 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a monthly cadence, with the show now in its 6th season.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 39 min and 54 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Religion & Spirituality show.
There hasn’t been a new episode in the last ninety days; the most recent episode landed 6 months ago. The busiest year was 2023, with 37 episodes published. Published by David Watson.
From the publisher
The Firebrand Podcast (formerly Plain Truth: A Holy Spirited Podcast) is the official podcast of Firebrand Magazine and features Maggie Ulmer, Scott Kisker, and David F. Watson. In addition to providing interviews and recordings of featured articles, Maggie, Scott and David discuss culture, theology, Bible, and the work of the Holy Spirit, through the lens of the historic faith. You can expect the same humor and lively conversation as the Firebrand Podcast crew remains dedicated to resourcing listeners with Spirit-filled, theologically grounded, (somewhat) sanctified, Wesleyan content to help them "think Christianly" in today's swiftly changing landscape.
Latest Episodes
View all 99 episodesA Firebrand Update!
Hey friends long time no talk! Today we're dropping an updates about the status of the Firebrand Podcast!
The Resurgence of Western Christianity
On today's episode of the Firebrand Podcast David, Scott and Maggie share some updates and discuss a rescent poll that shows the decline of Christianity in the West may be leveling off. In this episode: David F. Watson Scott Kisker Maggie Ulmer
Is Christianity Still Declining?
Today the Firbreand team discusses the question: Is Christianity Still Declining? In this episode: Scott Kisker David Watson Tesia Mallory
What has Cyprus to do with Cuba?
In this episode the Firebrand team with guest host Tesia Mallory reflects on recent experiences in Cypress Greece and Havana Cuba! In this episode: David F. Watson Scott Kisker Tesia Mallory
Why Are Bible Sales Skyrocketing?
Today the Firebrand team discusses why first time purchases of the Bible are skyrocketing. In this episode: David F. Watson Scott Kisker Maggie Ulmer
A Conversation with Precious Jewel Talari
Scott, David and Tesia have a conversation with Precious Jewel Talari!
A Wesleyan Biblical/Theological Argument for Women's Leadership and Ordination
This week David, Scott, and Maggie discuss Scott's recent article in Firebrand Magazine: A Wesleyan Biblical/Theological Argument for Women's Leadership and Ordination by Scott T. Kisker In this episode: David F. Watson Scott T. Kisker Maggie Ulmer
Wesley's Rules for Voting! (The Politics Episode)
On today's episode the David, Scott, and Maggie talk about Wesley's rules for voting, and the spiritual and ethical implications of how we allow politics to affect our lives as Christians.
Why Evangelicals Aren't Going to Church
On today's episode David, Scott and Maggie discuss a recent Substack post by Ryan Burg that discussed perpelexing data that shows a drop int he number of evanglicals going to church. Read the Ryan Burge's substack article here: "I'm and Evangelical But I Rarely Go to Church"
Global Methodists in Costa Rica!
In today's episode the Firebrand podcast team, with special guest Tesia Mallory, talks about some highlights from the conveneing general conference of the Global Methodist Church in San Jose, Costa Rica. David also tells us how we can support hurricane relief for those affected by hurricane Helene. He also wants you to know that he's an excellent hiker! In today's episode: David F. Watson Scott T. Kisker Tesia Mallory Maggie Ulmer
We're going to Costa Rica, y'all!
In today's episode David and Maggie talk about the convening Genera Conference of the Global Methodist Church in Costa Rica! For more information about the Global Methodist Church hit the link below! https://globalmethodist.org/ In this episode: David F. Watson Maggie Ulmer
A Conversation on GMC Bishops with Dr. Tesia Mallory and Dr. Ryan Danker
In today's episode David talks with Dr. Tesia Mallory and Dr. Ryan Danker about the history of the episcopacy and the way the office evolved under Wesley's leadership. They also share their respective thoughts on the GMC's conversation around the episcopacy today. In this episode: David F. Watson Tesia Lee Mallory Ryan Nicholas Danker
David and Maggie Discuss: Which Voices Are Really Prophetic?
We're back after taking some time off! In today's episode David and Maggie discuss Mark Chironna's recent big-read in Firebrand Magazine: "Which Voices Are Really Prophetic?" Read the original article below! https://firebrandmag.com/articles/which-voices-are-really-prophetic-firebrand-big-read
Liturgy: No Clowning Around!
On this weeks episode of the Firebradnd Podcast David and Maggie talk Dr. Tesia Mallory about her passion for, and advocay of liturgy in the church. In this episode: Tesia Mallory Maggie Ulmer David Watson
Opportunities and Challenges for the GMC
This week on the Firebrand Podcast David, Scott and Maggie have a hopeful conversation about the opportunities and challenges facing the Global Methodist Church. In this episode: David F. Watson Scott T. Kisker Maggie Ulmer https://firebrandmag.com/
Firebrand Voices: "When Heaven Meets Earth: The Ascension of Christ" by Evan Rohrs-Dodge
On today's episode of Firebrand Voices Evan Rohrs-Dodge reads his most recent article called: "When Heaven Meets Earth: The Ascension of Christ" Read the original article below! https://firebrandmag.com/articles/heaven-meets-earth-the-ascension-of-christ In this episode: Evan Rohrs-Dodge Maggie Ulmer
How Not to Do a Men's Conference: A Conversation about Jezabel Spirit and What Makes Stronger Men
On today's episode David, Maggie, Pete Bellini and Matt Reynolds discuss the recent Stronger Men's Conference held at the James River Church and the ensuing conversation around among other topics the Jezabel Spirit. In this episode: David F. Watson Matt Reynolds Maggie Ulmer Peter J. Bellini
Christians and Politics
In today's episode David, Scott and Maggie discuss the gnarly intersection of politics and faith and David's recent substack about political commentator Charlie Kirk. In today's episode: David F. Watson Scott T. Kisker Maggie Ulmer Sign up for David's podcast here: https://davidfwatson3.substack.com/
Do Wesleyans believe we are "once saved always saved?"
In this episode David Scott and Maggie discuss whether Wesleyans espouse belief in the doctrine "once saved always saved." Check us out on Twitter: @FirebrandMag In this episode: David Watson Scott Kisker Maggie Ulmer
FIREBRAND VOICES: Resurrecting Wesleyan Evangelism: The Necessity of Field Preaching Today by Matt Reynolds
In today's episode Matt Reynolds reads his recent Fireband article: "Resurrecting Wesleyan Evangelism: The Necessity of Field Preaching Today" Read the original article here: https://firebrandmag.com/articles/resurrecting-wesleyan-evangelism-the-necessity-of-field-preaching-today