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Episode #173 - Royal Family Obsession, Pastor Plagiarism, and More

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas fix some problems, discuss others, and dream big. What would we change about the Thanksgiving holiday if we could (aside from the menu, obviously)? What's with people's obsession with the British royal family and their marital or baby status? If we could be prince how would we roll? Why do pastors plagiarize sermons? Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Dec 4, 201742 min

Episode #172 - Thanksgiving with Famous People, Black Friday, and Abuse in The Church

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas hash out some pressing topics ranging from holiday celebrations to serious church matters. What three interesting or famous people would you like to have Thanksgiving dinner with? What item would get you out of bed at midnight to brave the Black Friday Crowds? Should we be waiting in fear for sexual harassment allegations to be exposed in evangelicalism? What will that look like? Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Nov 27, 201744 min

Episode #171 - Men Talking About Women, Which is worse, and Thankfulness

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ronnie Martin misses his chance for an epic flu game and sits this one with the pukes. That means Ted and Barnabas take on the following topics. Why are complementarian men so bad at talking about women even when they are trying to be supportive and respectful? Which is Worse? A game in which two bad things are compared and we determine which is worse. What we are thankful for Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Nov 20, 201736 min

Episode #170 - Battling Carl Lentz, What is Satire, and Recapping LiL

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas are back in the studio but still riding high off Live in Louisville. They rant about the following. Jared C.'s twitter spat with Carl Lentz What is satire? (A question we were forced to answer by a recent misunderstanding about Dougy Wilson) Highlights (and low lights) from Live in Louisville Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Nov 13, 201737 min

Episode #169 - LIVE IN LOUISVILLE, Part 3

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas have climbed the mountain, achieved greatness, MADE PODCASTING HISTORY. It is the third of three episodes from Live in Louisville where they gathered with 80 of their closest friends for sheet cake, coffee, and decadence as well as conversation about a whole variety of topics. This episodes features a Q&A with listeners and HUGE announcement. We’d like to thank our sponsors who helped make this event happen, provided give-aways, and supported our efforts – David C. Cook publishers, The Christian Standard Bible, Lagares Roasters Coffee, and Missional Wear. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Nov 6, 201750 min

Episode #168 - LIVE IN LOUISVILLE, Part 2

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas have climbed the mountain, achieved greatness, MADE PODCASTING HISTORY. It is the second of three episodes from Live in Louisville where they gathered with 80 of their closest friends for sheet cake, coffee, and decadence as well as conversation about a whole variety of topics. We’d like to thank our sponsors who helped make this event happen, provided give-aways, and supported our efforts – David C. Cook publishers, The Christian Standard Bible, Lagares Roasters Coffee, and Missional Wear. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Nov 3, 201729 min

Episode #167 - LIVE IN LOUISVILLE, Part 1

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas have climbed the mountain, achieved greatness, MADE PODCASTING HISTORY. It is the first of three episodes from Live in Louisville where they gathered with 80 of their closest friends for sheet cake, coffee, and decadence as well as conversation about a whole variety of topics. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Oct 30, 201735 min

Episode #166 - Fixing the Holidays, Why Even Podcast, and Childhood Memories

In this episode of the Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas do as they do and get a little reflective, a little curmudgeonly, a little sarcastic, a little meta, and a little fun. They discuss the following. What is one thing we would change about the holidays? Why even do a podcast if everyone with a social security number is now doing one? What is a favorite childhood memory we always come back to? Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Oct 23, 201740 min

Episode #165 - Pulpits, Preachers, Magazine Writing, and What We're Reading

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas discuss the following: The other Jarrid Wilson Assigning pulpits to preachers What Ted judges people for If we could write a regular column in one publication all time, what would it be? What we're reading Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Oct 16, 201746 min

Episode #164 - Hef, Hell, Greetings, and Judging

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas rant about the following: Pastor's making points about hell and eternity when guys like Hugh Hefner die How do we describe a person we like? Do we go the celebrity route of "delightful" or "lovely"? Or do we go the "good guy" route? What do we judge other people for enjoying? Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Oct 9, 201734 min

Episode #163 - Public Protesting, Kneeling, but NO FOOTBALL TALK

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted and Barnabas hash out some important issues while Ronnie continues his never ending tour of working class cities. Protesting during the national Anthem - people's responses, false accusations, and more Are the protests ruining football? Jemele Hill's comments about Trump and how politics have crossed into entertainment media BUT NO FOOTBALL TALK We'd like to thank our sponsor, The Good Book Company. They are highlighting Trillia Newbell's new book, God's Very Good Idea. It is a beautiful book showing kids (and adults too) God's perfect intent in creating people of different races, cultures, gifting, and preferences and GOd's perfect rescue plan to redeem those people after they screwed things up. It is a magnificent depiction of God's image being reflected in all people and the gospel being the salvation for all people too. Get yours today! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Oct 2, 201751 min

Episode#162 - The Story Trend, Seminary Advertising, and the Right Time to Talk Controversy

In this episode of the Happy Rant podcast Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas suss out the following: The story trend- living a story, believing a story, and when story jumped the shark Ted takes a phone call live on the air Bad Seminary advertising Our ideal body types When is "the right time" to talk about controversial issues? Big thank you to our sponsor, Waterbrook, and their book Convicted, the true story of a corrupt cop and the man he falsely convicted finding reconciliation and redemption. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Sep 26, 201749 min

Episode #161 - Whole 30, Why Do I Try, and Jim Carrey

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas discuss the following: The Whole 30 and other cult diets Whats the thing in your life that causes you to exclaim "Why do I even try?" even though you have to try? Jim Carrey's shift from crazy funny to just plain crazy. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Sep 18, 201739 min

Episode #160 - It's ok to Fail, Working in '85, and Fun Reformed Podcasts

In this episode of the Happy Rant Ted Kluck, Barnabas Piper, and Ronnie Martin rant about a bunch of stuff except the Nashville Statement. Telling your kids it's ok to fail Telling your kids they're bad at stuff What it would've been like to do our respective jobs in 1985 What does it take to make a fun reformed podcast? Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Sep 11, 201748 min

Episode #159 - Game of Thrones, Osteen, and T-Swift

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie and Barnabas tackle three big issues that hit in recent weeks. Kevin DeYoung's article saying Christian's should not watch Game of Thrones The criticism of Joel Osteen for his church's slowness to help Flood victims Old dudes who think it's counter-cultural to like Taylor Swift Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Sep 4, 201741 min

Episode #158 - NFL Season Preview

In this episode of the Happy Rant Ted and Barnabas bring you a solid hour of NFL talk including the following: The Colin Kaepernick Saga Boring Good Teams Intriguing Bad Teams Super Bowl Picks Offensive Player of the Year Defensive Payer of the Year Stories that need to go away Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Aug 30, 20171h 4m

Episode #157 - Blue Checks, Greeting Times, and Leading Yourself

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas take on there following topics: Blue checks and being verified Greeting times in church The eclipse When people talk about "Leading yourself" Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Aug 28, 201736 min

Episode #156 - Charlottesville, God Things, and Self Care

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas cover a huge range from the most (genuinely) serious to the ranty and absurd. The church's response the events in Charlottesville, both good and bad How should we respond to racial conflict and overt racism? What exactly is a "God thing" and why to Christians insist on using this phrase? Is "self-care" a good thing? Is it just another excuse to be self-absorbed? Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Aug 21, 201742 min

Episode #155 - New Tattoos, Smartphones Ruining Kids, and Overrated Actors

In this episode of the Happy Rant podcast Ted and Barnabas manage sans Ronnie and discuss the following: The joys of minor league baseball Their new tattoos and the stories behind them (Don't worry - it's PG) Are smart phones really ruining kids or are we being doomsday and overwrought about this? Overrated and underrated actors and some who are properly rated too. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Aug 14, 20171h 1m

Episode #154 - Pastors as Candy Bars, Hip Hop Beef, and Personality Tests

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas do as they always do - suss out a random variety of church and culture topics of questionable importance. Which pastor is which candy bar - Tim Keller, Matt Chandler, Don Carson, Mark Dever? Shai Lynne and Lecrae are having a Christian hip hop beef. It's like Biggie and Tupac but way nicer. Of course we weighed in. What do we think of personality evaluations like Myers-Briggs, Strengths Finder, and the Enneagram? Big thank you to our sponsor, Union University. If you are a student, are raising a future college student, or are in a position to give advice to prospective college students please Check Union out for a wonderful Christian liberal arts education. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Aug 7, 201749 min

Episode #153 - Bieber the Church Planter, Worst Sermons, and Altar Calls

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas riff on the following: Feedback from kind fans Justin Bieber cancelling a tour for the sake of planting a church What kind of church planter would Bieber be? The worst messages we've ever preached. The awkwardness of altar calls (especially at messages we've preached) Don't forget to visit HappyRantPodcast.com to order your Happy Rant Signature roast coffee and to gt your tickets for our forthcoming Live in Louisville event (October 22)! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Jul 27, 201751 min

Episode #152 - Acts 29 Goes Gala, Bucket List Items, and More

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas do what they always do - taken the quirks and oddities of evangelicalism and culture. Acts 29, famous for aggressive manly preachers and faux lumberjacks hosted a gala at a nice hotel Why do Pastor's need special retreats and vacations? What are our personal bucket list items? Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Jul 24, 201744 min

Episode #151 - Eugene Peterson and What Are People Even Doing?

In this episode of the Happy Rant Podcast Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas exhibit their breadth and depth of ranting ability by tackling the week's most pressing topic and a few that are rather mundane too. Eugene Peterson and the Merritt-orious interview Why do people insist on just writing him off? What are People Even doing wearing pajamas on planes and eating like toddlers at dinner parties. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Jul 20, 201745 min

Episode #150 - Patriotic Church, Paul Giamatti, Celebrity Encounters, and Camping

In this episode of the Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas overcome the challenges of worldwide and domestic travel to bring you the typical ranty goodness. Churches and patriotic church services The reformed church tradition of anti-patriotism Barnabas holding the door for Paul Giamatti Other celebrity encounters Ronnie's first camping experience in 23 years Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Jul 13, 201749 min

Episode #149 - Therapy, Ben Sasse, and Adult Gamers

In this episode of The Happy Rant podcast the hosts are all back together again for a delightful reunion. They find their stride and get right back to discussing pressing topics like the following: LIVE IN LOUISVILLE IS HAPPENING What's with the therapy episodes (as per a former host)? Why do reformed folks LOVE Ben Sasse so much? Our favorite old school video games Adult gamers Visit HappyRantPodcast.com to get your Happy Rant signature roast coffee AAAAAAAaaaaaand to sign up for Live in Louisville, coming this October. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Jul 3, 201750 min

Episode #148 - The Ted Kluck Story

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted takes his turn sharing stories. Barnabas interviews him about his life and becoming a writer and teacher. Some of the highlights and topics they hit on include: Sports biographies and George Plimpton Accidentally finding his way to writing Poetry performances by a woman in a red dress Being a junk mail copy writer Sports writing for ESPN Mike Tyson and Evander Holyfield stories Emergent church and Kevin DeYoung Self confidence vs. ego That guy in your MFA Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Jun 26, 20171h 7m

Episode #147 - Being John Piper's Son and What PKs Face

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ronnie interviews Barnabas about being John Piper's son and what some of the challenges of being a ministry kid in the spotlight are. They cover the following: When was it obvious that dad was famous? Famous theologians over for dinner Weird experiences with weird fans Pressures PKs face Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Jun 19, 201749 min

Episode #146 - CCM Tales from the Road with Ronnie Martin

In this episode of The Happy Rant Barnabas sits down with Ronnie, he of Joy Electric fame, to talk about life as a CCM artist. They cover tons of ground, including the following. How Ronnie started The business of CCM Dropping Names including Audio Adrenaline, Petra, and Stryper Crazy Fans (including a spitting incident) Playing Festivals Playing Youth Groups Being divas Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Jun 12, 20171h 5m

Episode#145 - Keller's Sermon Notes, Adult Best Friends, and Summertime Pressure

In this episode of the Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas discuss the following: Tim Keller's INSANE sermon notes Should adults have "best" friends? What does "best friend" even mean? That weird pressure to have the perfect summer Our sponsor this week is Missional Wear, the provider of all of The Happy Rant's awesome swag - coffee tumblers, pint glasses, t-shirts, coffee mugs, moleskin notebooks, and more. With Father's Day coming up now is the perfect chance to get sweet gifts for the dads in your life. Just visit Missionalwear.com/happyrant, pick the perfect gifts, and use the code RANT to get $10 off any purchase of $50 or more. They will even throw in a free Happy Rant sticker for you. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Jun 5, 201743 min

Episode #144 - Commencement Walkouts, Dissatisfaction, and F Everything

In this episode of the Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie and Barnabas actually explore some rather unhappy topics. The rising trend of college students walking out of their own commencement. When America is as healthy and wealthy as it has ever been why are there SO many books and messages being offered about fighting dissatisfaction? What are people so dissatisfied with? What's with the rising trend of people responding "F*** _____" to anything or anyone they don't like - cancer, politicians, terrorists, etc.? Our sponsor this week is Missional Wear, the provider of all of The Happy Rant's awesome swag - coffee tumblers, pint glasses, t-shirts, coffee mugs, moleskin notebooks, and more. With Father's Day coming up now is the perfect chance to get sweet gifts for the dads in your life. Just visit Missionalwear.com/happyrant, pick the perfect gifts, and use the code RANT to get $10 off any purchase of $50 or more. They will even throw in a free Happy Rant sticker for you. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

May 29, 201737 min

Episode #143 - Hater Reviews, Commencement Speeches, and Book/Movie Recs

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas discuss the following: Negative reviews left on iTunes - apparently we are arrogant, dismissive, left-leaning, nominal Christians. And we discuss things that don't matter. Barnabas Recaps the Boyce College commencement If one gets invited to speak at a Commencement does that mean he has arrived? We share books, music, movies, and TV shows we've been enjoying recently Big thanks to your sponsor, the Christian Standard Bible. Visit CSBible.com to learn more. You can also get the Kindle edition for FREE. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

May 19, 201747 min

Episode #142 - Talking Circumcision with Kids, Vacation Stories, & What Are People Even Doing?

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Barnabas, and Ronnie take on some tricky topics and some nostalgic ones too. How does one talk circumcision with kids when reading the Bible? Ronnie tells of his epic childhood vacations to the Astro motel. Barnabas taks about family vacations to denominational meetings and to visit amily Another round of What Are People Even Doing? Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

May 15, 201747 min

Episode #141 - Reformed Mean Girls, What does calling mean, and Tebow the Author

In this episode of The Happy Rant podcast Ted, Barnabas, and Ronnie respond to some listener feedback and answer a couple pressing questions. Are we simply "mean girls, except reformed guys" as one disgruntled former listener said? Why do people feel compelled to announce their departure from a free source of entertainment? What does "calling mean" and why do people use it so frequently? Tim Tebow won an award . . . for being an author. So of course we ranted about it. Big thanks to the Christian Standard Bible for sponsoring the podcast. if you are a pastor (and ONLY a pastor) you can get a free review copy of this bible to check out and consider using for your church at https://csbible.com/review/. To learn more about the translation and the editions available visit CSBible.com. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

May 8, 201744 min

Episode #140 - Leaving a Church, Unfollowing People, and a Really Bad Photo

In this episode of The Happy Rant Podcast Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas do what they do - rant about a couple things that only sort of matter and a few things that do too. What is it that drives us to unfollow people online? When can people leave church? Why do pastors get called to larger, better churches but congregants can't? A really poor choice in photographs by some seminary professors This week the podcast is sponsored by the Christian Standard Bible. If you are looking for a bible that is both readable and accurate this is the one. It maintains the familiarity of passages you love while bringing the language of the text to life in a fresh way. Visit CSBible.com to learn more. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

May 1, 201742 min

Episode #139 - NFL Draft and NBA Playoffs

In this special bonus episode of The Happy Rant Ted and Barnabas break down the NFL draft and give their impressions of the NBA playoffs thus far. Top draft prospects at each position Mock draft of the top 10 NBA playoff thoughts NBA MVP thoughts This episode also highlights a film Ted wrote and co-produced, Silverdome. They are raising funds for post-production costs. You can donate HERE if you are a good person and so inclined! Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Apr 26, 20171h 5m

Episode #138 - Platform Building, Bill O'Reilly, and What Are People Even Doing

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted and Barnabas tackle a number of the most pressing topics in the news and on their minds. Ronnie was called away (seriously) moments before the show to attend to a pastoral matter, so he was unable to join them in their lively ranting. Should Christians try to build a platform? If so how can we do this well? Bill O’Reilly’s firing and how some evangelicals defend him Objectification of women in media What are people even doing? A new segment in which we ask “what are people even doing?” about various things that drive us nuts. This episode features children’s birthday parties, bad NFL decisions, and Chick Fil A fear. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Apr 24, 201750 min

Episode #137 - Travel Woes, Talking Hitler, and Easter Eggstravaganzas

In this week's episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Barnabas, and Ronnie touch on the most pressing and contentious issues of the week. They even battle through bad hotel wi-fi connections because Ted is big time and traveling to exotic places, like Ohio. United Airline's treatment of passengers, particularly their unique way of "reaccommodating" passengers forcefully Our worst travel experiences Why Hitler should just never be brought into public discourse or compared to anyone ever anywhere Easter Plans and eggstravaganzas Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Apr 17, 201738 min

Episode #136 - Gospel Coalition Conference Recap

In this episode of The Happy Rant Podcast Ted quizzes Barnabas and Ronnie about The Gospel Coalition's 2017 National conference which both of them attended. Subjects discussed include: How TGC is like summer camp for grown ups Everyone is weird Amazing fan interactions Barnabas and Ronnie's first ever in-person meeting The best and worst speakers Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Apr 10, 201751 min

Episode #135 - Visiting Israel, The Billy Graham Rule, and NBA MVP

In this episode of The Happy Rant Podcast Ted Kluck and Barnabas Piper discuss a range of topics from the news to their travels to the world of professional sports. Ronnie sat this one out due to a particularly pastoral week. Here's what he missed Coffee talk Ted asks Barnabas about his recent trip to Israel - the good, the bad, and the NFL opera singer The recent hubbub about "The Billy Graham Rule" and whether it is actually the best way to handle things. Who is the NBA MVP? Which NBA player are you? Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Apr 3, 201742 min

Episode #134 - Awkward Pastors in Restaurants

In this episode of The Happy Rant Podcast Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas discuss one of the most pressing issues facing the church: the awkwardness of pastors in restaurants. Calling servers by name Asking how to pray for servers Praying endlessly Which famous pastor would be the most likely to be this way? Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Mar 27, 201736 min

Episode #133 - Bracketology with Ronnie

Yes, we know the first two rounds of the NCAA tournament are over, but don't you wish you knew how Ronnie picked games? This is how, this entire episode. Just as importantly we have an important announcement about our partnership with laggers Roasters. Ronnie hates sports Ronnie picks games Ted and Barnabas give commentary and some guidance Bison burgers are delicious Ronnie trolls Ohio WE HAVE COFFEE FOR SALE Visit HappyRantPodcast.com to learn more, order your coffee, and get some sweet mugs from Missional Wear to drink from. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Mar 20, 201744 min

Episode #132 - The Shack, Gay Beauty and the Beast, and Another Christian Conference Update

In this episode of The Happy Rant Podcast Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas hit on their subjects - Evangelical controversies and conferences. Barnabas gives a recap of two of the weirdest Christian conferences Why do Christians insist on being the best marketing vehicle for things they hate . . . like The Shack? Is it really a big deal that there is, apparently, a gay character in the new Beauty and the Beast movie? And how is that any different than the cartoon? Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Mar 13, 201744 min

Episode #131 - Gungor, The Oscars, and Surviving without Tim Keller

In this episode of The Happy Rant podcast Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas are back to their usual rantiness. All is well again and the evangelical world has delivered subjects on a sterling silver platter. Who is Michael Gungor and why is everyone so enraged at his tweets? We will indeed be offering Happy Rant Coffee in the near future The spectacle of The Oscars and why anyone should care Can evangelicalism survive the departure of Tim Keller? Who will the next Timmy K. be? Why doesn't the reformed world do the red carpet thing? Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Mar 6, 201742 min

Happy Rant Bonus Episode - The Curious Christian

In a departure from the norm, this episode is not all three hosts ranting about whatever they dang well please. Instead you will get to hear a free chapter from Barnabas Piper's new book, The Curious Christian: How Discovering Wonder Enriches Every Part of Life. Barnabas did the reading himself, and while he's no Jon Hamm or Morgan Freeman he did ok. Christian Audio, who produced the audiobook, has partnered with us to make this available for your listening enjoyment AND to give a special offer. Through the end of March if you can get The Curious Christian audiobook for 50% off through ChristianAudio.com. Just use the code HAPPYRANT at checkout and you will be spending less (under $7) than you would to get full at Chick fil A. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Mar 2, 201722 min

Episode #130 - Only The Better Stuff and Some Days are Bad Days

In this episode of The Happy Rant podcast Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas try something a little different with, um, indeterminate results. In honor of Stephen Altrogge's latest podcast they set out to do an episode of "only the better stuff" exceot that Ted's bad day gets in the way. In the end they discuss the following. Creative funks NBA Trade Deadline and NFL Draft Live music Books we like Starting conversations with prominent theologians NBA sports writing Memory foam mattresses Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Feb 27, 201747 min

Episode #129 - The Grammys, Chance the Rapper, and Why Christians Love Hip Hop

In this week's Happy Rant Podcast Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas riff on the following: Thoughts on the Grammys and how they stack up to other awards shows Why the Grammys are actually fun Chance the Rapper's Christian (??) performance Why white evangelicals all claim rap and love it so much now Since we don't have a real sponsor in this episode Barnabas takes the chance to highlight his forthcoming book, The Curious Christian: How Discovering Wonder Enriches Every part of Life. Visit CuriousChristianBook.com to to take a fun little evaluation to see what kind of a curious person you are. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Feb 20, 201741 min

Episode #128 - What is "redemptive" and Beardless Spurgeon

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas rant about two very pressing topics (along with their usual tangents) What does "redemptive" mean when people use it in talking about art? Has "redemptive" achieved the same level as "gospel" in terms of religious terms without meaning? Would Spurgeon have been a famous preacher without his beard? Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Feb 13, 201726 min

Happy Rant #127 - Super Bowl, Home Boy - Talking Commercials, Gaga, and Football

In today's Happy Rant Ted, Ronnie, and Barnabas break down the Super Bowl. Well, they break down the spectacle of the Super Bowl. Lady Gaga's half time performance Political commercials Terrible commercials A big comeback Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Feb 9, 201719 min

Happy Rant #126 - Books Signings and Celebrity Man Crushes

In this episode of The Happy Rant Ted and Barnabas (sans world traveler Ronnie) discuss the following. Signing copies of our books at bookstores and leaving them on the shelf Signing other people's books Celebrity man crushes in movies, music, and sports Postulation about Ronnie's celebrity man crushes Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Feb 6, 201759 min

Happy Rant #125 - Special Sports Episode - Talking Super Bowl

In this special, mid-week release, Ted and Barnabas are sans Ronnie since he abhors sports. In this episode they discuss the upcoming Super Bowl with an emphasis on the following: Barnabas's tortured history with the Atlanta Falcons Favorite players on each team to watch, non-star edition Why people do, but shouldn't, hate the Patriots Coaching matchups - Shanahan's offensive genius vs. Belichick's matchup genius Picks for the game Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Feb 1, 201729 min