Episodes

Did you have a rough childhood? Do you have a dysfunctional family? If so, wait until you hear this story! This week, Kevin + Steph sit down with the dynamic husband-and-wife duo, Mack and Meredith Brock. Mack is a multi-platinum songwriter, recording artist, and founding member of Elevation Worship, while Meredith is the CEO of Proverbs 31 Ministries. Their journey is remarkable—marked by struggles, redemption, and faith. Meredith shares her transformation from a chaotic childhood filled with ...

Like every fifth episode, it’s Kevin + Steph sharing their own stories with you. In this episode, they share stories with their good friends, Adam Bennett and Joe Muck. Stories include… – The road trips that Kevin and a few of his buddies have taken to an Ohio State football game each year. – Their EPIC trip to Minnesota, including how they snuck into the stadium luxury box to watch the game. – How they almost convinced Joe to streak across the football field in Iowa. – AND the time they had di...

This week, Kevin + Steph sit down with Donnie and Johnny Van Zant, the legendary brothers behind 38 Special and Lynyrd Skynyrd, to celebrate their new Christian album, Always Look Up. With over 40 years in the music industry and stories that span decades of Southern rock, family legacy, and personal growth, this episode offers a heartfelt glimpse into their journey of faith and creativity. This episode includes: – The surprising stories behind the names Lynyrd Skynyrd and 38 Special. – Are fa...

In this episode, it’s Kevin’s turn to share his life-changing story from November 2005. It’s when a nurse called him with his test results informing him he had been diagnosed with the dreaded “C” word…cancer. Kevin was only 37 when he was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, with two young kids. This was the same exact disease his grandmother passed away from when he was a child. However, Kevin shares how his faith guided him through this journey, which led to them starting this podcast. Thi...

In this episode, Kevin + Steph share their life-changing experience from July 24, 2007. It’s the day when Steph was electrocuted at work and everything changed. This episode includes: – The terrifying story of how Steph was injured at work, the shocking response from her employer, and the physical and emotional impact. – The difficult journey they faced as a young married couple with Steph’s medical complications, memory loss, and the uncertainty of being able to start a family. – The turnin...

Here is part 2 of our conversation with a former teacher of Kevin’s from Bloom Carroll High School, Coach Larry Blackstone! As you will hear, Coach is beloved by his former students and players. (If you missed it, HERE is part 1 of the conversation.) This conversation includes: – Stories about what Kevin was like in high school – Some of the things Coach did to motivate his players…and wouldn’t be able to do in today’s world. – Who he reminds Steph of. – The crazy story about his dog, Curti...

Like every fifth episode, it’s Kevin + Steph sharing their stories with you. This week, they are joined by a former teacher of Kevin’s from Bloom Carroll High School, Coach Larry Blackstone. (This is part 1 of that conversation.) Coach Blackstone is old school and isn’t afraid to make fun of Kevin for a variety of things. This conversation includes: – Some HILARIOUS stories about being a twin with his brother, Barry. – Coach being Kevin’s driver’s education instructor in high school. – Colle...

On this episode, Kevin + Steph celebrate their 20th wedding anniversary with you! They share some funny moments from around the time they got married including… – The trick Steph pulled on Kevin two days before he proposed. – How Kevin proposed to Steph. – Why it took him so long to propose. – What Kevin did to get Steph to FINALLY leave their wedding reception. – And some of the challenges they faced during their first year of marriage. Happy 20th anniversary, Kevin + Steph! Thank you fo...

This week, Kevin + Steph speak with Baldwin Chiu, one of the most creative people they’ve had on the show! Baldwin created the award-winning documentary Far East Deep South for PBS. In it, he travels to Mississippi to try to find his grandfather’s grave and discovers some amazing stories about his family history along the way. Baldwin is also an engineer, martial artist, actor, rapper, and beatboxer. Steph then told him to prove it! This conversation includes: – How he came up with the emcee n...

Kevin + Steph get to speak with one of their “bucket list” guests this week, Mr. Willie Robertson! He is the founder of Buck Commander, CEO of Duck Commander, and stars in the hit A&E TV show “Duck Dynasty”. Just a few of his stories include… – How Duck Dynasty was started. – Crazy fan interactions. – A hilarious story about visiting a new church. – His fun uncle Si Robertson. – Of the Robertson boys, who is the best athlete? Who is the best hunter? – And why going on The Masked Singer was one...

Here is part 2 of our fifth episode conversation, where Kevin + Steph share stories with their friend, Adam Bennett, and Steph’s sister, Katie Keller Schnetzer. This conversation includes Kevin + Steph discussing this year’s family vacation to Myrtle Beach, how Kevin had to make the trip separately, AND how Steph volunteered Kevin to sit through NOT one but TWO timeshare presentations! Also, what happens when the Mason kids get on the go-cart track? Apparently, It means get ready to watch a NAS...

Like every fifth episode, it’s just Kevin + Steph sharing stories with some of their closest friends. And this week it’s long-time guest Adam Bennett and Steph’s sister, Katie Keller Schnetzer. SPOILER ALERT…in this episode, you will hear Katie’s hilarious story about her encounter with an all-black skunk. This “evil and vile” creature blasted Katie and her dog from only a couple of feet away! Also, this conversation includes the story of how Steph was recently nominated to be part of Parkway ...

We’ve heard your requests! Some of your favorite episodes are with Steph’s sister, Katie Keller Schnetzer. Have you ever been scared while on vacation? Ever gone on an excursion that looked like fun but then got dangerous real fast? That is EXACTLY what happened this past summer! Katie and her family took a trip to Lake Erie, went to a drive-through safari, and barely made it through in one piece. Kevin + Steph took their family to Myrtle Beach, went to a “fire show”, and the entertainers almos...

This week Kevin + Steph get the opportunity to talk with Dan Hinote. Dan Hinote is a former NHL player and current hockey coach, known for his grit and leadership both on and off the ice. He spent six seasons with the Colorado Avalanche, where he helped the team win the Stanley Cup in 2001. After a successful playing career, including time with the St. Louis Blues, Dan transitioned into coaching with the Columbus Blue Jackets and Nashville Predators. He recently accepted the associate head coac...

This week Kevin + Steph get to talk to one of the top coaches in college basketball, Coach Scott Drew! In 2003, Coach Drew accepted the head basketball coaching position at Baylor, which was considered to be “the worst job in all of college sports.” However, this man helped rebuild a program disgraced by scandal by instilling a culture of putting Jesus first. Then in 2021, he led the Baylor Bears to their first Big 12 and NCAA national championship in program history. A few of the stories in th...

This week Kevin + Steph get to talk to a Broadway actress who has performed in West Side Story, Chaplin, Cats, and Disney’s High School Musical. She was also cast as Frankie Valli’s wife, Mary Delgado, in the Clint Eastwood film Jersey Boys. Friends meet Renée Marino! Stories in this conversation with Renée include… – Her recent vacation to Fiji after winning a 5-day trip to Tony Robbins private resort. BUT how long did it take to get there? – What Broadway auditions are like. – What it’s REAL...

Like every fifth episode, it’s Kevin + Steph sharing their stories with you! And this week, they are joined by their soon-to-be teenage daughter, Emme Mason! Ms. Emme’s parents ask her some serious questions during this conversation. Who embarrasses her more…Kevin or Steph? What things have they done to embarrass her? Why are her parents so “cringe”? What are her friends’ reactions to Steph and her aunt Katie in public? Also, Kevin + Steph reveal HUGE NEWS regarding upcoming guests for the show...

Alex Kendrick is an actor, director, and co-writer of faith-based films such as Facing the Giants, Fireproof, Courageous, and War Room. His newest film, THE FORGE, opens in theatres on August 23rd. After serving in church ministry for 20 years, Alex now writes, speaks, and produces Christian films with his brothers Stephen and Shannon as part of The Kendrick Brothers Productions. In this conversation, Alex shares some great stories with Kevin + Steph, including… – Who has attempted to replicate ...

Friends, he’s back!!! Victor Marx is the founder of All Things Possible Ministries and a Turning Point USA Faith contributor. This man is also a former Marine, master of mixed martial arts, weapons expert, and a 7-time black belt. He travels all over the world to rescue women and children from ISIS, along with putting teams together to fight against human trafficking in the United States. In his words, he is a “high-risk missionary”, but to Kevin + Steph, he’s a “real-life Rambo”! This convers...

(NOTE: this is part 3 of a 3-part discussion. Please see episode 225 for part 1 and episode 226 for part 2.) Like every fifth episode, it’s Kevin + Steph sharing their stories with you! And with summer vacations on the horizon, this “fifth” episode turned into a THREE-part conversation with Steph’s sister, Katie Keller Schnetzer, and their friend, Jeremy Hartman. In part 3 of this conversation, stories include: – The Mason’s Wiffleball Party. – Upcoming guests and who to expect. – Big news rega...

(NOTE: this is part 2 of a 3-part discussion. Please see episode 225 for part 1.) Like every fifth episode, it’s Kevin + Steph sharing their stories with you! And with summer vacations on the horizon, this “fifth” episode turned into a THREE-part conversation with Steph’s sister, Katie Keller Schnetzer, and their friend, Jeremy Hartman. In part 2 of this conversation, stories include: – The challenges Kevin + Steph are having as sports parents. – How Steph has to reduce her INTENSITY with the k...

Like every fifth episode, it’s Kevin + Steph sharing their stories with you! And with summer vacations on the horizon, this “fifth” episode turned into a THREE-part conversation! For the next three episodes, Kevin + Steph are joined by Steph’s sister, Katie Keller Schnetzer, and their friend, Jeremy Hartman. In part 1 of this conversation, stories include: – Some of the weird things happening behind the scenes of Tell Us A Good Story. – How Steph pitches Kevin her guest ideas for the show. –...

This week we are very pleased to welcome back filmmaker, media consultant, and author Phil Cooke. Some of Phil’s stories include: – The crazy stunts he has done to get a film shot? – A hilarious adventure Pastor John and Joel Osteen from years ago. – How difficult it is for filmmakers to sit in the back row of a theater and watch people’s reactions to their movies. – AND the time Phil’s team produced a film about Billy Graham and the Billy Graham Ministry HATED IT!! Can’t wait for you to he...

This week we meet our new friend Lisa Kroehler. Lisa shares her inspiring journey from overcoming significant challenges in marriage, health, and business. From surviving a heart attack to battling COVID, she emphasizes the importance of faith and resilience. Lisa and her husband faced immense debt from a failed farming business, leading them to unconventional ventures like selling root beer at carnivals. Despite setbacks, they persevered and eventually found success in a window cleaning busines...