Rephonic
Artwork for Let the Bird Fly!

Let the Bird Fly!

1517 Podcasts
Christianity
Faith
Lutheranism
Jesus Christ
Jesus
Christmas
Advent
God
Catechism Of the Catholic Church
Baptism
Resurrection Lutheran Church
Community
Christian Faith
Christian Life
Nicene Creed
Scripture
Lutheran Church
Dietrich Bonhoeffer
Health
Protestantism

A podcast about living freely in a world given back to us

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes300Founded9 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
ChristianityPhilosophyReligion & SpiritualitySociety & Culture

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Let the Bird Fly!

Latest Episodes

This is Wade's sermon at Resurrection Lutheran Church in Milwaukee, WI for Pentecost 13. We'd love to have you join us at Resurrection for a Sunday Divine Service sometime at 9am. As always, if you are enjoying the show, please subscribe, rate, and r... more

This is Wade's sermon at Resurrection Lutheran Church in Milwaukee, WI for Pentecost 10. We'd love to have you join us at Resurrection for a Sunday Divine Service sometime at 9am. As always, if you are enjoying the show, please subscribe, rate, and r... more

This is Wade's sermon at Resurrection Lutheran Church in Milwaukee, WI for Pentecost 9. We'd love to have you join us at Resurrection for a Sunday Divine Service sometime at 9am. As always, if you are enjoying the show, please subscribe, rate, and re... more

In episode THREE HUNDRED AND EIGHTY-FIVE, Wade discusses what a confessional Lutheran is, the history of the Synodical Conference in American Lutheranism, and the need to think about what Lutheran identity is. We hope you enjoy the episode! Let us kn... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Recent Guests

Gregory Lyon
Campus pastor at Wisconsin Lutheran College
Wisconsin Lutheran College
Episode: Episode 374: Identity Crafting
Kristi Meyer
Doctor of mathematics, professor of mathematics at Wisconsin Lutheran College
Wisconsin Lutheran College
Episode: Episode 368: Mathematics and Human Flourishing
Ben Lyra
One of the original podcast founders.
Let the Bird Fly!
Episode: Episode 366: We Are Family
Abigail Favale
Author known for her explorations of gender and faith
Episode: Episode 344: Into the Deep with Abigail Favale, Part 1
Joel Pless
Historian focusing on American Lutheranism
WLC
Episode: Episode 336: The Council of Nicaea, Creeds, and Christological Controversies
Glen Thompson
Expert on early Chinese Christianity and fourth-century theology
Formerly at Asia Lutheran Seminary
Episode: Episode 336: The Council of Nicaea, Creeds, and Christological Controversies
Mark Paustian
Doctor, Reverend Doctor, Professor at Martin Luther College
Martin Luther College
Episode: Episode 323: Stories
Lauren Dunn
Professor and resident on the third floor, expert in Spanish
Episode: Episode 323: Stories
Jason Oakland
Reverend Professor and theology teacher.
Wisconsin Lutheran College
Episode: One, Holy, Christian, and Apostolic, Episode 3: The Revelation of God

Hosts

Wade
Host of Let the Bird Fly, widely present across episodes
Michael Berg
Reverend Dr. Michael Berg, co-host; frequent presenter on theology and church history

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 289 ratings
  • Free in Christ

    I’m so blessed with this podcast. I can celebrate my freedom, be encouraged & enlightened. And you shall know the truth & the truth shall set you free. @BadgerSmith7

    Finally a show for truckers!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @mountainbadger
    United States3 years ago
  • Free in Christ

    I’m so blessed with this podcast. I can celebrate my freedom, be encouraged & enlightened. And you shall know the truth & the truth shall set you free.

    @BadgerSmith7

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @mountainbadger
    United States3 years ago
  • Really good but

    4 stars for getting Come to the WELS stuck in my head.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Lily K @@
    United States3 years ago
  • Appreciated and Insightful

    I appreciate these podcasts; I have listened to many of them. Mike and Wade are knowledgeable and share interesting , helpful insight. At times, Wade’s “birdwalks” (off topic interruptions) and inside jokes can be distracting. Yet, the back & forth between the hosts helps you to better understand who they are; this is good! Because of their intellectual gifts, there are times when they use terms that go over the head of the average listener like me. Perhaps they can briefly offer a quick explana... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Forgiven unconditionally
    United States3 years ago
  • Edifying!

    I can listen to these guys all day! Their discussions on Biblical truths, philosophy, and culture are deep yet accessible. Mike and Wade are also engaging and entertaining. I learn every episode, and my faith grows as they mine the riches of Biblical theology.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hangar6
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many appreciate the balance of rigorous content and accessible, relatable style.
Fans highlight thoughtful guests and practical applications of theology to daily life.
Listeners praise the show for deep theological, historical, and philosophical discussions delivered with wit and warmth.
Some notes mention humor and banter as well as occasional digressions, which some find endearing and others distracting.

Top Christianity Podcasts

The Bible Recap
The Bible RecapTara-Leigh Cobble
followHIM
followHIMHank Smith & John Bytheway
The Briefing with Albert Mohler
The Briefing with Albert MohlerR. Albert Mohler, Jr.
Street Preachers
Street PreachersPhillip Anthony Mitchell & Tim Timberlake
BibleProject
BibleProjectBibleProject Podcast

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 363: Listener Questions: the Divine Service, Formalism, Zionism, and Detroit
Q: What is Wade's perspective on Zionism?
Wade outlines that while Christians may have different political views regarding modern Israel, biblically, the church understands Israel to be the collective believers in Christ, regardless of ethnicity.
Episode 363: Listener Questions: the Divine Service, Formalism, Zionism, and Detroit
Q: What is formalism in worship?
Wade explains that formalism is linked to liturgy and the repetition in worship and highlights the importance of teaching people the reasons behind the practices.
Episode 363: Listener Questions: the Divine Service, Formalism, Zionism, and Detroit
Q: What is the Divine Service?
Wade discusses when the Divine Service should be referred to as such, stating that historically, it typically includes preaching and the Lord's Supper.
Episode 336: The Council of Nicaea, Creeds, and Christological Controversies
Q: Why is it important to maintain the unity of God while also insisting on the deity of Christ?
The crux of the issue lies in articulating how the Son of God is divine, while maintaining that He is distinct from the Father.
Episode 302: AI and Lutheran Theology, Part 2 (with Prof. Lauren Dunn)
Q: What do you gain with AI and what do you lose?
You're gaining time but potentially losing the genuine human experience and community, which are vital for growth and learning.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Let the Bird Fly!

What is Let the Bird Fly! about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Across episodes, the show blends accessible theology with thoughtful culture and philosophy, often centering on gospel grace, Christian vocation, and historical Lutheran thought. Listeners can expect deep dives into doctrine, church life, and the interplay between faith and everyday living, all delivered with thoughtful banter and occasional humor. Notable anchors include robust discussions of church history, confessional Lutheran identity, liturgy, and practical spirituality, with guests that bring varied perspectives while keeping the conversation grounded in grace and Scripture. The format tends to mix doctrinal exposé with relatable storytelling and contemporary application, making it appealing to both longtime theology buffs and curiou... more

Where can I find podcast stats for Let the Bird Fly!?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Let the Bird Fly!. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Let the Bird Fly! and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Let the Bird Fly! get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for four million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Let the Bird Fly!, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Let the Bird Fly!?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Let the Bird Fly!, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Let the Bird Fly! have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Let the Bird Fly! has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Let the Bird Fly!?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Let the Bird Fly!:

1. Thinking Fellows
2. Christian History Almanac
3. 30 Minutes In The New Testament
4. Issues, Etc.
5. Preacher Podcast

How many episodes of Let the Bird Fly! are there?

Let the Bird Fly! launched 9 years ago and published 300 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Let the Bird Fly!?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Let the Bird Fly!?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Let the Bird Fly! from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Let the Bird Fly!?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Let the Bird Fly!. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Let the Bird Fly!?

Recent guests on Let the Bird Fly! include:

1. Gregory Lyon
2. Kristi Meyer
3. Ben Lyra
4. Abigail Favale
5. Joel Pless
6. Glen Thompson
7. Mark Paustian
8. Lauren Dunn

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days