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Christian author and speaker Annie F. Downs shares with you some of her favorite things: new books, faith conversations, restaurants, travel stories, musicians not to miss, interviews with friends. Pretty much, if it sounds fun to Annie, you're gonna hear about it.

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What do I do with my fears in this season? Today I to talk to my friend Caroline Shankle and her mom, who you know already and LOVE, Melanie Shankle! So many of our friends are battling seasons of fear or seasons of anxiety, especially Caroline’s gen... more

Today we’re answering the question, “How do I worship in every season?”

Chris Tomlin's songs are part of worship services all over pretty much every Sunday - from How Great is Our God to Holy Forever. He’s someone whose music has been a meaningful p... more

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You hear him every time you turn on the pod and listen to our theme song... and now Ben Rector is in the building again today! We talk about the golden days with young kids, what it's like for creatives being online and keeping up with algorithms, ex... more

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Tonight is the first night of the CAIN Live And In Color tour, so clearly we had to have my honorary siblings, Logan, Madison, and Taylor, from the band CAIN, come join us on the show as we kick off this tour! You’re going to get to hear some of the ... more

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Recent Guests

Chris Tomlin
GRAMMY Award-winning CCM artist
Episode: In Every Season, the King is Still the King with Chris Tomlin- Episode 1008
Ben Rector
Popular musician known for his introspective and heartfelt songs.
Independent Musician
Episode: Rich in What Matters Most with Ben Rector- Episode 1007
Emily Ley
Small business owner and creator of Simplified planners
Simplified
Episode: Don't Rush Your Reset with Emily Ley- Episode 1003
Kate Edwards
Mother who shares her journey of grief after losing her adult son, Scott.
Episode: Walking Through Heartbreak, Holding Onto Hope with Kate Edwards- Episode 1002
Kate Strickler
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Naptime Kitchen
Episode: The Secret Ingredient is Contentment with Kate Strickler from Naptime Kitchen- Episode 1001
Ann Voskamp
Christian author and speaker
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Episode: Savoring Summer and Giving Thanks In the Middle of Your Story with Ann Voskamp- Episode 999
George Gregory
NFL chaplain, marriage coach, and co-author of The Marriage Game Plan
Episode: Building a Marriage That Wins in Every Season with George and Tondra Gregory- Episode 997
Tondra Gregory
Marriage coach and co-author of The Marriage Game Plan
Episode: Building a Marriage That Wins in Every Season with George and Tondra Gregory- Episode 997
Dan Blythe
Global Youth Director for Alpha.
Alpha
Episode: How Do I Prepare for Harvest? with Dan Blythe- Episode 996

Host

Annie F. Downs
Annie is a Christian author and speaker known for her engaging and relatable conversations about faith, personal growth, and life experiences. She shares her favorite things, whether it be new books, travel stories, or insights from her life, fostering a warm and welcoming atmosphere for listeners.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 12.6k ratings
  • So thankful!

    This podcast has been such a gift—I appreciate Annie’s intentional questions and curiosity, the variety of guests, the amount of episodes to listen to; ugh, I’m just such a fan! The Lord is so honored in this incredible work. Thank you so much Annie and team ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Annclaale
    United States4 months ago
  • What a gift!

    It feels like my birthday every month when these Annie and Eddie episodes come out! Thanks for the best shows!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joodles0290
    United States4 months ago
  • Can’t wait

    Always looking forward to the next one.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ragamuffin54
    United States4 months ago
  • All Fun, No Foundation

    Dear Annie,

    I was a longtime listener of That Sounds Fun. For a while, I truly believed you were a much-needed voice in Christian media—funny, relatable, thoughtful, a much-needed voice for Christian singles in the church looking for purpose. I appreciated the way you made spiritual things feel accessible without sounding preachy. But somewhere along the way, the show stopped feeling like discipleship and started feeling like self-help with a Jesus filter.

    That shift wasn’t sudden. It came thr... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Lpepp
    United States5 months ago
  • Inspirational and Fun

    I am so thankful for Annie’s podcast. It is a reminder that fun is important and not just to people but to God. Thank you for reminding this 1w9 that it is ok to take life lightly sometimes and really just enjoy the heck out of it!

    ~The Full Weight of Joy podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tami Imlay- Executive Coach
    United States6 months ago

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There are mixed feelings about the show's balance between lightheartedness and theological depth, with some wishing for more scriptural emphasis.
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Listeners appreciate the genuinely fun and relatable tone combined with deep spiritual insights.

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In Every Season, the King is Still the King with Chris Tomlin- Episode 1008
Q: Why should I keep going in my work?
It's a calling on your life, and as long as there are opportunities, you should be available to fulfill it.
In Every Season, the King is Still the King with Chris Tomlin- Episode 1008
Q: What is the difference between singing and worship?
Worship reorients your perspective towards God, lifting your eyes beyond yourself.
In Every Season, the King is Still the King with Chris Tomlin- Episode 1008
Q: How do I worship through every season?
Worship connects your soul to something eternal, and reminds you that it's about something greater than yourself.
Behind the Curtain Q&A: How We Lead and Run Our Business- Episode 998
Q: How do you protect your creativity when your work depends on it to pay the bills?
I give myself permission to have writing days where I focus on thinking rather than productivity metrics.
Behind the Curtain Q&A: How We Lead and Run Our Business- Episode 998
Q: What is the most impactful strategic decision you've made so far and how did it shape your path?
Hiring people to do things that I wasn't best at was the most impactful decision, as it allowed me to focus on what I do best.

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2. Ben Rector
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8. Tondra Gregory

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