The Happy Rant

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted and Barnabas discuss the following: [SPOILER ALERT] A full breakdown and review of "A Star Is Born," the recently released Lady Gaga/Bradley Cooper film The pursuit of fame, happiness, and fulfillment and how the film portrays them James MacDonald and church lawsuits Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Barnabas, and Ronnie suss out the following: Politics and the election in church and on campus With People Magazine failing to select any of the hosts as 2018's Sexiest Man Alive they set out to determine the Sexiest Man in Reformedom Judah Smith recently released a video announcing Church Home Global, church in the palm of your hand, so of course the guys must discuss it. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas hash out the following: A Christian wrestling ministry from a church in Texas What are people so obsessed with Reformation Day? Reading and viewing recommendations we've enjoyed recently Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas rant about the following: What do guys do when they fail as a pastor? Why, they coach pastors of course! All the ins and outs of influencer and leadership coaching Why people love nostalgia so much Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas do what they always do and ramble to and fro through the following topics: Piers Morgan's criticism of Daniel Craig for wearing an infant in a baby carrier, or a BABY BJORN if you will What would be the best Bjorn pairings we could imagine? Remembering Eugene Peterson Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted and Ronnie pseudo interview each other about a variety of things including: The origin of their friendship The best sports movies The differences between cat owners and dog owners Hitting middle age Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this unique episode of The Happy Rant Ted interviews Barnabas. They discuss the following: Barnabas's in-the-works book proposal Ambition as an author and in life Excitement vs. expectations Realistic hopes and expectations for our work Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Barnabas, and Ronnie rant about the following: Why do reformed people feel the compulsion to change the lyrics to hymns and worship songs? When is it even ok to mess with a writer's work like that? Introducing DESTINY PANTS--yes, they are as awesome as you might think What's the deal with Christalignment (not a typo) tarot cards? Is that Christian witchcraft? Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas rant about the following topics: Ronnie surviving denominational board meetings TGC and the Great British Bake Off Michael W. Smith's claim that he would be the key to another great awakening Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas wander to and fro through the following topics: Ted's experience at a Fallout Boy concert Which Union Seminary put out a heretical statement? A pastor chopping up Nike gear in the pulpit A church looking for a pastor to preach famous guys' sermons word for word Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas rant about the following hot topics: Kevin DeYoung advocating for shorter sermons? The end is nigh. Why do evangelicals like to sign statements so much, especially ones that make people mad like the recent Social Justice statement, and what good do they do? So "job shaming" is a thing, even of former TV actors on popular shows. And sometimes it leads to viral statements about the dignity of work that deserve our attention. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted and Barnabas soldier on without Ron (globetrotting as usual) and bring the rant back to the Rant about the following: Outlawed gym class games Protecting kids from embarrassment Ordering quinoa burgers SO MUCH MORE Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Podcast Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas suss out the following: How do we trust past content from fallen leaders? Where have all the timeless books gone? How will history view today's leaders? Justin Bieber reads The Meaning of Marriage? What is Tim Keller's taste in pop music? Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas take on the following trends: The death of foods at the hands of murderous millennials Identity condiments - what are they and how do they work? Men discussing diets and where all the real men went Burger diets Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this unique episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas wander to and fro through a single topic - the epic work of Frank McKinney. Who is that, you ask? We are here to tell you. Frank McKinney: Is the author of multiple books in multiple genres, including one he created. Is a Real Estate Artist known for creating images of multi-million dollar beach-side homes. Has a very Kid Rock/Brett Michaels vibe about him. Has written a new book called "The Other Thief" which promises to be . . .an experience. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas range from the ridiculous to the ecumenical in discussing the following: The Gospel Coalition's recent article about food having gender and complementarity Actors aging ungracefully, especially Tom Cruise insisting on doing only action films at age 56 Should we prioritize and insist upon attending churches with people different than us? Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ronnie and Barnabas suss out the following topics while Ted makes his way back from a glorious week at camp. Firing people for old mistakes (like bad tweets), and never giving them a chance to make things right Why is every non fiction book, especially Christian ones, 30% too long? Foodless celebrations are apparently a thing Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas rant about, discuss, muse, and otherwise explore about the following: The ordination process for Ronnie (which consists of dozens of pages of paper writing, an oral exam, and probably a sabbatical or three) The Mr. Rogers phenomenon - why is everyone so attached to Fred Rogers? When everybody is always mad about everything online, why do people get surprised when people are outraged at their social media posts? Summer camp experiences from gross games to altar calls Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas range from the horrific to the humorous in discussing the following: Jennifer Wright’s horrific tweet supporting Roe v. Wade and illicit sex, and weird emojis How do we feel about professional athletes guest preaching at churches? Where did all the summer movie blockbusters go? Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas range from ministry to vocation to entertainment in discussing the following: How does one minister to people who are hurting over something we think is dumb (like LeBron leaving Cleveland)? What are the best and worst summer jobs we've had? Who are actors who will make you automatically skip a movie and actors who will make you automatically see a movie? Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie and Barnabas do what they always do and wander to and fro through the following topics: Patriotic church services Restaurants and businesses refusing service A couple new restaurant ideas built around refusing service Worship songs that ruin portions of the Bible Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas rant about the following: Chris Pratt's viral speech at the MTV Generations award in which he PRESENTED THE GOSPEL . . . maybe a little bit, or something kind of possibly akin to it if you listened close. The recent hubub and controversy over a Women of Color Event at the Gospel Coalition Women's Conference The worst and awesomest pastor swaps between churches Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Barnabas, and Ronnie go a different direction with the podcast than normal. This episode is more serious and somber and reflective than normal. They discuss the following: The suicides of Anthony Bourdain and Kate Spade and the outpouring of response, especially by Christians Mental illness and spiritual darkness What success and satisfaction really is and the ways we pursue it vainly High expectations, large appetites, and how they lead to disappointment Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted is marooned in rural Alabama at a home school writing conference and Ronnie's internet is on the fritz, but the boys make it work. Well, Ted and Barnabas do. They discuss the following. Why have so many pastors gotten so fixated on being fit? Is this a good thing? Is it as weird as it seems? We discuss what we are reading and watching these days, including some controversial opinions about movies. Barnabas is reading a novel by Conn Iggulden, and naturally CONN IGGULDEN deserves a conversation all his own Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas do a little conversational roaming over a variety of topics including: What would be the perfect worship service? What is the best summer they've ever had? Ridiculous requests they've gotten at work Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas help listeners with some pressing problems. In this day of social media pervasiveness people have developed some bad habits. This episode seeks to correct and instruct. They discuss the following: What is the proper ratio of selfies to other photos for men? Why do Christian ladies use “come hither” photos as avatars? People’s use and abuse of the word “humbled” Retweeting compliments Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Podcast Ted, Ronnie and Barnabas rant about the following topics: The book you’d most like to write Topics we wish we could rant about but can’t We predict the next big thing in Evangelicalism Safe Spaces for Men Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Podcast Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas tackle the toughest, most random, most listener-submitted yes/no questions thy have ever encountered. Topics include: Barbershop Quartets Canada Vacation Raisins Writing Best Friends SO MUCH MORE Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie,, and Barnabas suss out the following: Furtick showed up at the Stronger Men's Conference Jon Acuff's advice to SELF PROMOTE SELF PROMOTE SELF PROMOTE What inspires us to write? The ego involved in being "a writer" Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this historic episode of The Happy Rant Podcast Ronnie, Ted, and Barnabas are reunited LIVE and in person at a hipster church in East Louisville. That's right, it's TOGETHER FOR THE RANT. This is the third of three episodes so go back and listen to the first and second then enjoy this delightful interaction with listeners. In this episode they field questions on the following: Seminary mascots Homeschooled teens Nicknames Childhood TV shows John Piper's tweets Swapping jobs SO MUCH MORE Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this historic episode of The Happy Rant Podcast Ronnie, Ted, and Barnabas are reunited LIVE and in person at a hipster church in East Louisville. That's right, it's TOGETHER FOR THE RANT. This is the second of three episodes so go back and listen to the first and stay tuned for one more to come. In this episode they discuss: Swag for Ted - lots and LOTS of swag for Ted The Stronger Men's Conference, Hunger Games style Reformed Hunger Games Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this historic episode of The Happy Rant Podcast Ronnie, Ted, and Barnabas are reunited LIVE and in person at a hipster church in East Louisville. That's right, it's TOGETHER FOR THE RANT, and this is just the first of three episodes so stay tuned. They discuss: Infamous C-Lister Jared C's infamous list of infamous reformed people Happy Rant 101 - a discussion of where our sign off came from, why Ronnie shortens words, and more Listener trivia and general decadence Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted and Barnabas close out Ronnie's interminable sabbatical by hashing out the following topics: What do “courage” and “bravery” mean any more? How to respond to one-upmanship - that guy who always has the better story Movies that we used to think are good be aren't so sure any more (or are sure that they suck) What we’re reading Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted and Barnabas can see the light at the end of the tunnel - it is almost time for Together for the Rant and Ronnie's long-anticipated return. In the mean time they take on the following: Calling things an “adventure” - why is everything an adventure? Open mic nights Bible reading - what do we think of Bible reading plans and how do we use them? Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted and Barnabas suss out the following: The Gospel Coalition waded into the debate about whether tackle football should be banned. Why do they do stuff like this? After our roast of Steven Furtick a few weeks ago we got a piece of fan/hate mail saying we are mean and asking "aren't we all on the same team?" Well, are we? A story of rock stars behaving badly online and a discussion of why they bother. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant, Ted and Barnabas continue to slog through Ronnie's sabbatical and bring you their best. This week they rant about the following: Breaking down kiddo, bud, sport, champ, man, bro, and other names men call each other Are bullies so bad? Why does every freak out about them? Writers block - is it real and how do you deal with it? Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

While weathering Ronnie's absence, Ted and Barnabas discuss the following: An apology White reformed college dude life Bad movies that we love What we are reading Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted and Barnabas meander through the following topics: 5 rules of social media sabbaticals Good films that are bad movies How to handle annoying alpha males What's the deal with all these support dogs? Why it's dumb to call every complex issue or tragedy a "sin issue" or "gospel issue" Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ronnie is sabbaticaling with all his leisurely might, so Ted and Barnabas step up to discuss the following: The infamous ski run that was exactly what Ted hoped for The Black Panther - sorting through they hype and discussing why the movie is actually really good an important How to handle invitations by people who "just want to connect" Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas Suss out the following: What kind of people actually like the Winter Olympics? What are our Enneagram numbers and what the heck do they mean? What are the worst worship songs and a couple good hymns too? Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas hash out the following as they do: Kevin DeYoung's VERY TGC article about the Enneagram How people weaponize the Enneagram When a woman brings a man to women's Bible Study as a "hot date" Super Bowl spectacle and half time show Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas take on some recent hot and pressing topics. Steven Furtick preaches about claiming and naming gates while ling on a futon. John Piper makes the evangelical social media explode with an article about female Seminary professors Various and important pet peeves - including being called "bro" and people using personalized hashtags Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas hash out the following. Ronnie at Leisure including dinner, watching football, rollerblading, watching ballet, and talking about his feelings Their feelings about all things "motivational" Morgan Freeman's protests of an anatomically correct SAG award Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas hash out the following: Drisky Business involving speaking in tongues and a college QB Awkward over-Christian responses to a normal question Responding to a missile crisis Ronnie's love for Francis Chan Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas tackle three pressing issues. A list came out of the Top 100 Evangelicals, so of course we had to judge, parse, and otherwise discuss it. Carman, the iconic CCM artist, has moved into life coaching. Why do pastors love the phrase "moralistic therapeutic deism" Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas rant about the following: Pastors marketing sermons series and a Twitter dustup between Barnabas and a few of them All the New Years stuff we didn’t do and what New Years looks like for old dudes What do you do when you don’t like a friend’s creative work? Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Well, was it? Ronnie and Barnabas discuss. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant - the first of 2018 - Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas start the year strong by ranting about the following. New Year's Revelations - Instead of resolving to to do something the hosts reveal something they need to get off their chest or admit. Which books we did not read or finish in 2017 One resolution we wish reformdom would make and keep in 2018 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant, Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas muster all the holiday spirit they can manage and bring you a Christmas miracle. Or at least a Christmas episode. One thing you’d wish for as a gift this year Feelings on Christmas Eve services? Best Christmas movie Best childhood gift Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas hit the following topics: Online dating, finding that perfect someone, and whether "Happy Rant Listener" is the perfect dating profile Movies we've seen lately and our opinions of them Great acting careers and *not* great acting careers Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.