
The Listening Porch with Ray Hughes is a place for unhurried conversations about creativity, faith, music, and wonder. From stories of revivals past to insights for artists today, Ray invites you to lean in, listen deeply, and rediscover the beauty of living amazed.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 50 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Religion & SpiritualitySociety & Culture | |||

In this episode of The Listening Porch, we’re literally on a porch outside, surrounded by dogs barking, cars passing, and creation doing what it does. And in that setting, Ray shares one of the themes that has shaped his entire life: wonder.
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In this conversation, we explore how worship, music, and even church architecture influence the way we encounter God. From the awe of ancient cathedrals to the simplicity of a living room or open field, we talk about how real worship isn’t confined t... more
In this episode of The Listening Porch, Ray Hughes shares the heart behind the name itself — why porches once mattered so much, how storytelling shaped families and cultures, and what we lose when we trade real connection for technology.
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In this episode of The Listening Porch, Ray Hughes and Eric Yun dive into the beauty of creative freedom — how every artist, poet, and musician carries the potential for a new revolution when they stop trying to fit in.
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I LOVE Ray Hughes. Anything he says is wise and beautiful and sometimes downright funny! Every podcast is worth listening to more than once. You'll find yourself falling in love with Jesus and all that He created.
I have been listening and following Ray Hughes since 1997 and it has absolutely been life changing! As a singer/songwriter/creative, he has always been such a gift and breath of fresh air for me personally. After listening to Ray, I always walk away changed for the better. From revival history throughout the ages to a much deeper understanding of the power of music to shape culture, I am always inspired to press in a little more passionately to worship the Creator as He deserves and to greatly d... more
Great encouragement!
I just saw someone recommend this podcast in a Facebook group, so I listened to the episode on solitude. Great wisdom and great words. There is a difference between isolation and solitude. I love when you said, “In the place where John should have died the death of isolation, he came fully alive... he was no longer isolated on that rock, he looked on the rock that was higher than him.” I am subscribing for sure!
So grateful for your gift of words Ray. Papa’s truth and delight fall gently on my ears and soak into my soul. Thank you.
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Exploring a mix of creativity, spirituality, and music, an inviting atmosphere encourages listeners to engage in unhurried conversations that inspire introspection and personal growth. Themes such as the historical significance and evolution of music, the role of creativity in worship, and the importance of authentic artistic expression are frequently discussed. Unique anecdotes and reflections on revivals provide depth, making this a rich resource for artists and creatives seeking to reconnect with their inspirations and faith.
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