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A weekly Backstage look at what’s happening with the Simple Church in Shreveport, LA. Subscribe for interviews, fun surprises, and more.
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Thursday Sep 04, 2025
Thursday Sep 04, 2025
Co-Hosts Evan Semanco and Josh Mitchell host special guests JD and Courtney Stephens to talk about the incredible ministry they are doing for special needs families. JD shares about quitting his successful career as a high school baseball coach to start a non-profit, and his wife Courtney adds what it was like for their family to go through this shift and what God did in both of their lives to end up where they are today.
The Stephens explain how families with special needs kids can get a free trip to the Florida Keys, events they are hosting for parents to get a respite once a month, bible studies, sports leagues, and more. If you or someone you know has a family member with special needs, you're going to want to connect with this incredible couple and find out more with the links below!
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Low Key Boat Tours Charitable Organization
If you have feedback for the podcast, have a guest suggestion, or just want to talk to Evan, e-mail Evan@thesimplechurch.tv. You can also find out more about the Simple Church at www.theSimpleChurch.tv.
Wednesday Sep 03, 2025
Wednesday Sep 03, 2025
Co-Hosts Evan Semanco and Josh Mitchell discuss the kickoff of the new series That's Crazy from the message on 08/31/25 at The Simple Church.
Josh and Evan share some things they think are crazy, and we want to hear yours! If you see something crazy, email Justin@thesimplechurch.tv over the next few weeks, pictures and videos are even better. Then they get into chasing lions, facing fear, and what we can all do to grow in our faith.
Join us each Monday on Facebook Live to ask your questions in real time.
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In a Pit with a Lion in a Snowy Day by Mark Batterson
If you have feedback for the podcast, have a guest suggestion, or just want to talk to Evan, e-mail Evan@thesimplechurch.tv. You can also find out more about the Simple Church at www.theSimpleChurch.tv.
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
Co-Hosts Evan Semanco and Josh Mitchell are here to answer even more questions with the return of Bryan Reed, Care Pastor at the Simple Church and Masters of Divinity holder.
The Simple Church is going through a series called "Asking for a Friend", and we've had more questions submitted then we could get to in a year, so we are answering more of your questions today.
We need your feedback! We're working on changes for the podcast, CLICK HERE to fill out our survey to hear from you what you'd like to hear more of going forward and we'll pick one entry to win a Do Good Prize Box!
LINKS FROM THE EPISODE
If you have feedback for the podcast, have a guest suggestion, or just want to talk to Evan, e-mail Evan@thesimplechurch.tv.
You can also find out more about the Simple Church at www.theSimpleChurch.tv.
Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
Wednesday Aug 27, 2025
Co-Hosts Evan Semanco and Josh Mitchell are joined by Justin and Angie Haigler to continue the conversation about marriage from the message on 08/24/25 at The Simple Church.
Justin and Angie get real talking about their own marriage and struggles, why the church doesn't talk enough about sex, and an update on Angie's granny pajamas. Join us each Monday on Facebook Live to ask your questions in real time.
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Full Marriage Message on Youtube
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If you have feedback for the podcast, have a guest suggestion, or just want to talk to Evan, e-mail Evan@thesimplechurch.tv. You can also find out more about the Simple Church at www.theSimpleChurch.tv.
Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
Co-Hosts Evan Semanco and Josh Mitchell are here to answer your questions with the return of the Wolf, Greg Walker. The Simple Church is going through a series called "Asking for a Friend", and we've had more questions submitted then we could get to in a year, so for the next few weeks we're tackling some on the podcast.
Today Greg answers some questions about Hell and the afterlife, and it gets deep.
*Greg also sent a correction after we recorded: "I quoted Genesis 3 and 6 about the devil. Although the nature of evil is related to a serpent, the morning star reference was incorrect. He is referred to as the morning star in Isaiah 14:12. In the Old Testament he is an accuser but he is also an angelic being."
We need your feedback! We're working on changes for the podcast, CLICK HERE to fill out our survey to hear from you what you'd like to hear more of going forward and we'll pick one entry to win a Do Good Prize Box!
LINKS FROM THE EPISODE
Don't Check Your Brains at the Door by Josh McDowell
If you have feedback for the podcast, have a guest suggestion, or just want to talk to Evan, e-mail Evan@thesimplechurch.tv.
You can also find out more about the Simple Church at www.theSimpleChurch.tv.
Tuesday Aug 19, 2025
Tuesday Aug 19, 2025
Co-Hosts Evan Semanco and Josh Mitchell are joined by Justin and Angie Haigler to continue the conversation about parenting from the message on 08/17/25 at The Simple Church!
Justin and Angie share what they wish they had done differently as a parent, one piece of advice for every parent Justin wish they had done earlier, and even some flabby arm talk.
We need your feedback! We're working on changes for the podcast, CLICK HERE to fill out our survey to hear from you what you'd like to hear more of going forward and we'll pick one entry to win a Do Good Prize Box!
LINKS FROM THE EPISODE
Full Parenting Message on Youtube
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If you have feedback for the podcast, have a guest suggestion, or just want to talk to Evan, e-mail Evan@thesimplechurch.tv.
You can also find out more about the Simple Church at www.theSimpleChurch.tv.
Wednesday Aug 13, 2025
Wednesday Aug 13, 2025
Co-Hosts Evan Semanco and Josh Mitchell are here to answer your questions, while producer Jordan Phillips is just asking his own. The Simple Church is going through a series called "Asking for a Friend", and we've had more questions submitted then we could get to in a year, so for the next few weeks we're tackling some on the podcast. Today's topics include giants in the Bible, dinosaurs, and pondering the meaning of life.
We need your feedback! We're working on changes for the podcast, CLICK HERE to fill out our survey to hear from you what you'd like to hear more of going forward and we'll pick one entry to win a Do Good Prize Box!
LINKS FROM THE EPISODE
Dinosaurs: Exploring God's World by Michael and Caroline Carroll
If you have feedback for the podcast, have a guest suggestion, or just want to talk to Evan, e-mail Evan@thesimplechurch.tv.
You can also find out more about the Simple Church at www.theSimpleChurch.tv.
Wednesday Aug 06, 2025
Wednesday Aug 06, 2025
The Backstage with The Simple Church podcast started in January 2020, and 5+ years later we're now 300 episodes in and excited to share with you some big changes, starting with our new permanent co-host, Middle School Pastor, Josh Mitchell! Scott Odom, founder of the podcast, has found a new career and we are sad to see him go, but excited about this new chapter with Josh! Co-Host Evan Semanco and Producer Jordan Phillips get to know Josh and answer some fun questions while talking about what's coming on BWTSC!
We need your feedback! We're working on changes for the podcast, CLICK HERE to fill out our survey to hear from you what you'd like to hear more of going forward and we'll pick one entry to win a Do Good Prize Box!
LINKS FROM THE EPISODE
If you have feedback for the podcast, have a guest suggestion, or just want to talk to Evan, e-mail Evan@thesimplechurch.tv.
You can also find out more about the Simple Church at www.theSimpleChurch.tv.
Wednesday Jul 30, 2025
Wednesday Jul 30, 2025
Today we're continuing the Backstage Interview Series with our interview with one of our favorite comedians, Michael Jr.! We brought Michael Jr. in for a show way back in 2011, but then he released a movie nationwide and we partnered with him again to come in for a show, talk about his movie More Than Funny, and help raise money for the Shreveport / Bossier Rescue Mission.
We need your feedback! We're working on changes for the podcast, CLICK HERE to fill out our survey to hear from you what you'd like to hear more of going forward and we'll pick one entry to win a Do Good Prize Box!
LINKS FROM THE EPISODE
VIDEO OF THE FULL INTERVIEW ON YOUTUBE
If you have feedback for the podcast, have a guest suggestion, or just want to talk to Evan, e-mail Evan@thesimplechurch.tv. You can also find out more about the Simple Church at www.theSimpleChurch.tv.
Wednesday Jul 23, 2025
Wednesday Jul 23, 2025
Today we're continuing the Backstage Interview Series with our interview with the Toy Hunter, Jordan Hembrough! Jordan had a TV Show called Toy Hunter, and for our Christmas Series in 2014 we brought Jordan in live to talk Toys.
We need your feedback! We're working on changes for the podcast, CLICK HERE to fill out our survey to hear from you what you'd like to hear more of going forward and we'll pick one entry to win a Do Good Prize Box!
LINKS FROM THE EPISODE
VIDEO OF THE FULL INTERVIEW ON YOUTUBE
If you have feedback for the podcast, have a guest suggestion, or just want to talk to Evan, e-mail Evan@thesimplechurch.tv. You can also find out more about the Simple Church at www.theSimpleChurch.tv.