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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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Have you ever looked at someone else's life and thought, Well... they can do that, but I could never write a book, go back to school, teach, start the thing, do both?

Y'all know Dr. Angie Smith as an incredible Bible teacher, speaker, bestselling au... more

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Y'all, this episode is just plain fun for me. David Pollack has lived a lot of life since his football days—playing in the NFL, watching that dream come to an unexpected end because of injury, joining the College GameDay team, walking through his wif... more

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We've talked about how to commit to it, how to be better at communication, and today, we're talking about ways to find community.

I'm so excited for you to hear this conversation with Susie Larson. She’s a bestselling author, Bible teacher, and the ... more

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Today on the show, Eddie and I get to catch up about ALL the things. We’re talking about:

• Costco sheet cake

• Supermarket sweep

• Home Goods

• Legos

• Rubik’s cubes

• The World Cup

• Project Hail Mary

And we DO have a questio... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Angie Smith
Bible teacher, speaker, bestselling author
AngieSmith Ministries / Don't Let That Hold You Back author
Episode: What If You Don’t Have to Choose Just One Calling? with Dr. Angie Smith- Episode 1077
David Pollack
Former Georgia Bulldogs football star, NFL player, author
Former NFL player, author of Every Day Counts
Episode: Resilience, Unexpected Turns, and a Faith That Holds with David Pollack- Episode 1076
Susie Larson
Best-selling author, Bible teacher, host of Susie Larson Live
Susie Larson Live
Episode: Living Loved, Dreaming Big, and Becoming the Friend We All Need with Susie Larson- Episode 1075
Jason VanRuler
Author and therapist
Author of Discovering Your Communication Type
Episode: How Better Communication Builds Better Community with Jason VanRuler – Episode 1073
Leanna Crawford
Singer-songwriter, on-tour artist promoting Thank God
Leanna Crawford (artist)
Episode: AFD's Friday Faves | Thank God with Leanna Crawford- Episode 1072
Shawn Johnson East
New York Times bestselling author and athlete; wife of Andrew East
Author, Special Forces participant
Episode: The Courage to Commit to a Community with Shawn Johnson and Andrew East- Episode 1071
Andrew East
Former professional athlete, author, and reality TV participant
Author, Special Forces participant
Episode: The Courage to Commit to a Community with Shawn Johnson and Andrew East- Episode 1071
Riley Clemmons
Musician and co-writer
Nashville-based artist
Episode: AFD's Friday Faves | Spiritually Stronger with Riley Clemmons- Episode 1070
Hanna Seymour
Author of Everyday Spiritual Habits
Episode: The Power of Small, Everyday Spiritual Habits with Hanna Seymour- Episode 1069

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Annie F. Downs
Host of That Sounds Fun with Annie F. Downs, widely experienced Christian author and speaker

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 12.7k ratings
  • Grateful

    I have listened to AFD on TSF for years now! She has become a friend to all of us and we are better because of her contribution to the world through this podcast and her platform. And she has the best guests!! Such a great variety! I absolutely loved the seasons series she did and am also loving the spiritually stronger series. AFD is pastoring me through this podcast and I am grateful for her voice. Also, how have I not left a review until now?!? 5 stars all the wayyyyy!!!

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    5
    A&M H 8610
    United States3 months ago
  • This Podcast Sounds Fun!

    I started listening after I heard Annie on Katherine Wolf’s podcast, The GoodHard Story! I just listened to episode 1063 with Nancy Mattingly. Oh I laughed and I cried. It was just one of the best episodes! Thank you for the encouragement from God’s Word!

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    5
    RV Mom Lud ❤️🤍💙
    United States3 months ago
  • Stronger

    Love AFD. Love her guests. Love the thinking that her conversations lead me to. She helps me be spiritually stronger.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mareslat
    United States3 months ago
  • Best Podcast Discovery

    I have loved Annie’s Podcast for years, I discovered her from another Podcast ‘Revive Our Hearts’ - Nancy De Moss Wolgemuth where she was a guest and we’ve been ‘besties’ since. She is so relatable, so wise, and so fun. Highly recommend!

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    NomxolisiZA/AUS
    Australia4 months ago
  • Phenomenal and inspiring

    Oh my goodness! I’ve listened to Annie for years and she always brings the diamonds. Recently listening to Lauren and Thomas Rhett and their latest adventure is just so beautiful. I’ve heard interactions between Annie and them in past years and it’s always good to hear them be everyday people, but this latest trip to Africa and everything that came with it was so beautiful to hear how they dug deep, kept listening to God, and grew their family’s faith in walking out their own. Thank you, Annie... more

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    Bullg1rl
    United States5 months ago

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How Better Communication Builds Better Community with Jason VanRuler – Episode 1073
Q: How can someone improve communication with people who are different from them?
Learn to speak the language of the other types, practice listening, and create opportunities for cross-type collaboration. Start with small, non-threatening conversations to build trust before moving into deeper topics, and honor each type's needs rather than trying to force everyone into one style.
How Better Communication Builds Better Community with Jason VanRuler – Episode 1073
Q: What are the five types in Discovering Your Communication Type and how do they differ?
The five types are Peacemaker, Advocate, Thinker, Harbor, and Spark. Peacemakers seek harmony, Advocates push for justice and truth, Thinkers need time to process and get it right, Harbors offer depth and emotional support, and Sparks bring energy and fun. Each has its own growth opportunities and preferred modes of communication, which helps explain why people clash or connect.
AFD's Friday Faves | Thank God with Leanna Crawford- Episode 1072
Q: Why is this album titled Thank God?
Leanna explains that the title emerged after exploring several ideas and realizing the album felt like a broader spiritual journey than a single concept, with the title encapsulating gratitude for the path she's walked and the faith that guided it.
Experience More Joy Through Sabbath with Tyler Staton- Episode 1065
Q: What is sounding fun to you right now?
Tyler describes the simple joy of baseball at the Little League field, the beauty of evening light in Portland, and the idea that life's rhythm should include both rest and playful moments with family.
The Urgent Call to Confession, Conviction & Compassion with Aaron Graham- Episode 1060
Q: How do you talk to friends who grew up with the faith but now doubt or deconstruct their beliefs?
Lead with mercy and discernment, distinguish between those who share your faith and those who don't, and frame conversations around core truths while allowing space for questions and growth.

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