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The JFH Podcast

Jesusfreakhideout.com
Christian Music
Jars Of Clay
Music Industry
How To Train Your Dragon
2014
Independent Artists
Compilation Albums
Falling Up
House Of Heroes
Propaganda
Gileah Taylor
2024 Album Releases
The Music League
Rock Paper Scissors Metal
Songs We've Been Trying To Tell You About
Amberlynn
2025 Music Releases
Live Action Remakes
Fatherhood
Switchfoot

Tune in to the JFH Podcast, hosted by jesusfreakhideout.com staff member Chase Tremaine, as he has in-depth discussions about all things Christian music alongside your favorite artists and fellow staff writers.

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Latest Episodes

March Madness 2026? How about 2006 instead? JFH staffers Chase Tremaine, Christopher Smith, and Scott Fryberger, plus special guest Micah Smith (from the band Empty Atlas) pit against one another to determine which 32 albums released in 2006 will par... more

In this hot-button discussion, four panelists discuss a wide-ranging set of issues regarding generative artificial intelligence, with a specific focus on music: Can music created by A.I. be good, either ethically or artistically? Panelists include po... more

Podcast host Chase Tremaine and JFH staff writer Matt Baldwin co-interview two members of the post-rock band Fury & Solace about their fantastic new album By Endurance and about the multifaceted relationship between faith and instrumental music.

Wo... more

On a special goodbye episode, the JFH Podcast's most frequent panelists unite for one final time to discuss their favorite music released in 2025. If you're okay with spoilers, or if you're trying to find one of the songs, EPs, or albums mentioned on... more

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Recent Guests

Micah Smith
Guest from the band Empty Atlas
Empty Atlas
Episode: 238: March Madness Tournament of 2006 Albums
Adam Watts
Returning guest, panelist on AI music
For the Rock
Episode: 237: Can A.I. Music Be Good? A JFH Panel Discussion (feat. Adam Watts & For the Rock)
Chris Adams
From the Christian Music promotion platform For the Rock
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Episode: 237: Can A.I. Music Be Good? A JFH Panel Discussion (feat. Adam Watts & For the Rock)
Bevan Bender
Guitarist of Fury & Solace
Fury & Solace
Episode: 236: What Makes Music "Christian"? (feat. Fury & Solace)
Jeremiah Medley
Guitarist of Fury & Solace
Fury & Solace
Episode: 236: What Makes Music "Christian"? (feat. Fury & Solace)
Mike Harvat
Caretaker of Jarchives, extensive Jars of Clay fan
Jarchives
Episode: 234: 30 Years of Jars of Clay, the Band (feat. Jarchives' Mike Harvat) A.K.A. Is Jars of Clay One of the Greats? A JFH Panel Discussion
Charlie Lowell
Member of Jars of Clay, plays keys and sings backups.
Jars of Clay
Episode: 233: 30 Years of Jars of Clay, the Album (feat. Jars of Clay's Charlie Lowell & Matthew Odmark)
Matthew Odmark
Member of Jars of Clay, plays rhythm guitar and is one of the primary songwriters.
Jars of Clay
Episode: 233: 30 Years of Jars of Clay, the Album (feat. Jars of Clay's Charlie Lowell & Matthew Odmark)
Dean DeBlois
Director of How To Train Your Dragon movies
DreamWorks Animation
Episode: 230: How to Adapt a Franchise (feat. JFH's John DiBiase & How To Train Your Dragon Director Dean DeBlois)

Host

Chase Tremaine
Host of The JFH Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 74 ratings
  • Great way to know about new amazing bands and albums

    This is a refreshing podcast that fills me with nostalgia, as well helps me keep my finger on the pulse of the latest bands and current trends within Christian music (and specifically the good kind!!). With so much blah Christian music it’s really amazing that these guys are sifting through to find and share the gold nuggets out there with the rest of us. And maybe the most significant thing is you guys make me feel connected to a global community and culture of both music and Christianity, even... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Music Critic 81
    United States9 months ago
  • Made you listen

    This podcast has morphed and grown and tried new things over the years without ever stalling out or getting stale. Kudos

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Hero Experiment
    United States2 years ago
  • I like the panel episodes the best!

    I always enjoy here the staff debating Chase’s hot takes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cnhardwick
    United States2 years ago
  • I host this podcast and believe I do a quality job! :P

    Podchaser
    5
    chasetremaine
    2 years ago
  • Perspective

    I think this is a great podcast and has a number of differing perspectives. A friend of mine shared the podcast with me and I can say now that if I wanna learn more about music I know where to go.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bensonbegoodson
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Insightful discussions that blend nostalgia with current trends in CCM.
Guests bring deep industry knowledge and personal stories.
The panel format keeps debates fresh and engaging.
A strong community vibe with listener participation.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

211: From Violence to Loriella (feat. My Epic)
Q: What does Loriella mean?
Aaron shares that "Loriella" is a personal term for him and encompasses themes of hope and empowerment, preferring listeners discover its meaning themselves over time.
211: From Violence to Loriella (feat. My Epic)
Q: What took so long for the album to be completed?
Aaron discusses the delays due to COVID-19, personal life changes, and the band's desire to take more time with writing and production.
209: Prophetic Songs and Misheard Lyrics (feat. Gileah Taylor)
Q: Would you say you're completely out of that dark season now?
I think I'm such a positive person but also have a shadow side that's really down.
209: Prophetic Songs and Misheard Lyrics (feat. Gileah Taylor)
Q: When did you kind of figure out that the ten songs on Slow Parade belong together as an album?
Last year I was kind of finishing up a batch of songs and thought I'd really like to record all these as a solo project.
216: So Much Talk About Music Genres, Pokemon, Toddlers, Touring, and More. (feat. So Much Hope, Buried.)
Q: Have you been kind of a friend for a while?
Yes, Gavin is like a short-term homie now.

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A music-focused show that centers on Christian music with a mix of panel debates, artist interviews, and thoughtful breakdowns of albums, trends, and industry news. Episodes frequently feature multi-person discussions, ranking-style formats, and interviews with bands and industry insiders, plus explorations of AI in music, instrumental projects, and long-running band legacies. Noteworthy strengths include deep knowledge of the Christian music scene, a collaborative panel style, and a willingness to explore niche subgenres and historic milestones within the genre. Potential listeners will find in-depth conversations, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and strong community engagement through listener input and panel voting processes.

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3. Rock That Doesn't Roll: The Story of Christian Music
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1. Micah Smith
2. Adam Watts
3. Chris Adams
4. Bevan Bender
5. Jeremiah Medley
6. Mike Harvat
7. Charlie Lowell
8. Matthew Odmark

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