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Bigger Than Belief

WCCO
United States
Iran
Minnesota
Faith
Minneapolis, United States
Bahá'í Faith
Faith / Christianity
Minneapolis
Artemis (space Program)
Catholic Church
Amplify Mission Network
Christian Faith
Hockey
Tanner Morgan
Twin Cities
Tom Truszinski
Immigration Enforcement (ICE)
Christmas
Temple Of Aaron
St. Paul

Bigger Than Belief is a weekly podcast exploring faith, belief, and religion – all through the stories of believers. With an emphasis on understanding belief through personal experience, we aim to create a conversation about faith that is fair, honest, and easy to understand - regardless of what you do (or don't) believe. We'll also take a journalistic approach to concepts and questions that are d... more

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It started as a college assignment and a simple dream - "put Jesus at the pulse of a generation". It has since grown into a global movement reaching millions of people across the planet. 

 

 On this week’s Bigger Than Belief Nick Hall shares the rema... more

Najeeba Syeed—peacebuilder, professor, author, and Executive Director of Interfaith at Augsburg University—has spent her life as a bridge-builder across religious, cultural, and political divides.

Born in Kashmir and raised in Southern Indiana after... more

A successful career in finance, a marriage, and a growing family. On the outside, Tom Truszinksi had it all together. On the inside, he was quietly falling apart.

After years of addiction, arrests, and despair, he reached a breaking point. Convinced... more

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When Sheletta Brundidge arrived in Minnesota from Houston, Texas, she didn't know a single person. She wasn't planning to stay, and she certainly wasn't planning to build one of the Twin Cities' most recognizable media brands. On this episode of Bigg... more

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Tom Truszinski
CEO of Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge
Minnesota Adult & Teen Challenge
Episode: Addiction to Transformation: Tom Truszinski's Journey of Faith and Recovery
Sheletta Brundidge
Speaker, community leader, mom
Various - author, host, promoter
Episode: Sheletta Brundidge on Faith, Autism, Purpose, and Finding Home in Minnesota
David Lose
Senior Pastor at Mt. Olivet Lutheran Church, Minneapolis
Mt. Olivet Lutheran Church
Episode: From Chapel to Brewery - a Minneapolis Church's Plan to Reach the Lonely
Lino Rulli
Catholic Guy host on Sirius XM
Sirius XM
Episode: How Lino Rulli Turned his Catholic Faith into a 20 Year XM Radio Career
Jovonta Patton
Gospel artist, pastor, and podcast host
Self/The Wave Minnesota
Episode: Billboard #1 Gospel Artist Jovonta Patton on Worship and Success
Imam Makram El-Amin
Imam of Masjid An-Nur in Minneapolis; interfaith facilitator
Masjid An-Nur, Minneapolis
Episode: School Prayer Rooms, Foot Washing Stations, Draw National Outrage
Andrea McMaster
President of Amplify Mission Network
Amplify Mission Network
Episode: Business Leaders Using their Faith to Create a New Generation of Nonprofits
Nate Prosser
NHL veteran, Minnesota native, and devoted believer
True North (business venture later discussed)
Episode: Minnesota Wild Alum Nate Prosser
Anthony Vance
Senior Representative of Public Affairs for the Bahá'ís of the United States
Bahá'ís of the United States
Episode: What's Happening to Baha'i's In Iran?

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Adam Duxter
Host of Bigger Than Belief, with involvement in TV media and Minnesota faith communities

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 102 ratings
  • Encouraging local faith based exprience!

    A friend recommended this show and I am so glad she did. It has opened my eyes to the broader faith community in MN beyond my own Church. I have a young adult daughter returning from the mission field and this podcast has provided some valuable resources for possible next steps back home in MN.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ashutchmom
    United States18 days ago
  • Inspiring stories

    Adam is a great interviewer! It’s so rare to find a host that lets a moment breathe! So this is a breath of fresh air. I love the inspiring stories

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    InterestedReviewer
    United Statesa month ago
  • Fantastic Podcast

    I absolutely love this podcast! It provides a non threatening platform for people of faith to engage, learn, be objective, but also leave the conversation feeling validated in their own convictions and yet be challenged to be patient, understanding, and be open to engage in further exploration /conversation regarding another religion or faith ideology.

    This podcast is a breath of fresh air and so needed especially in the current world culture we live. Thank you 🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JQ Candid
    United Statesa month ago
  • Top of my Podcast Playlists!

    I love the authentic, faith based conversations with MN people and leaders who share their insights and experiences walking through their faith journies. I listen on my walks and drives. Great podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MN Mom
    United States2 months ago
  • Great Show

    I love this show. It’s great for learning why people believe in what they believe in and why the live how they live. Learning a to. Also, Adam does a great job interviewing the guests on the show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jhall 1008
    United States2 months ago

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Guests and host are described as prepared and respectful, enabling vulnerable yet non-political discussions.
Feedback notes the show's mix of personal stories with broader faith-based and community themes.
Listeners praise compassionate, thoughtful interviewing that invites diverse faith perspectives.

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How Lino Rulli Turned his Catholic Faith into a 20 Year XM Radio Career
Q: How long do you want to keep doing what you're doing right now?
He expresses commitment to the current work as his life, noting that even if Sirius XM fired him, he'd continue via podcasting, pilgrimages, and books, because storytelling and faith are central to his identity.
How Lino Rulli Turned his Catholic Faith into a 20 Year XM Radio Career
Q: Did you think at the time you would be doing what you're doing now, or how did that come to be?
He describes a late, almost accidental call into radio, the chance to work on the Catholic Channel, and how the role evolved from ambition to purpose, guided by faith.
How Lino Rulli Turned his Catholic Faith into a 20 Year XM Radio Career
Q: But for people who don't know your story or don't know your background, what should people know about you before we dive into the meat and potatoes of our conversation?
Lino explains his long, winding path from local TV and religious reporting to becoming the Catholic Guy on Sirius XM, highlighting his early love of broadcasting, his strategic shift toward storytelling, and how faith and humor shaped his career.
From Chapel to Brewery - a Minneapolis Church's Plan to Reach the Lonely
Q: How do you balance the church's identity with the space feeling like a separate, welcoming community hub?
The plan envisions the space as part of the Mt. Olivet family, offering inclusive access while clarifying its church affiliation through ongoing community programming and service.
From Chapel to Brewery - a Minneapolis Church's Plan to Reach the Lonely
Q: Is this primarily an evangelism strategy to bring people to Mt. Olivet, or a neighborhood service project?
It is primarily a neighborhood-serving venture; evangelism is not the stated goal, though some people may be drawn to the church after engaging with the space.

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A weekly, faith-centered interview series that brings together a wide range of believers and thought leaders to explore how belief shapes everyday life, community engagement, and public discourse. Episodes typically feature personal faith journeys, interfaith dialogue, and the practical intersections of spirituality with culture, science, sports, and media. A standout pattern is generous exposure to diverse traditions (Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Bahá'í, etc.), with guests ranging from athletes and celebrities to scholars, journalists, and community organizers, all sharing authentic experiences and actionable insights for listeners navigating belief in modern society.

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Recent guests on Bigger Than Belief include:

1. Tom Truszinski
2. Sheletta Brundidge
3. David Lose
4. Lino Rulli
5. Jovonta Patton
6. Imam Makram El-Amin
7. Andrea McMaster
8. Nate Prosser

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