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UPD Podcast is a place to get real about life, faith, and following Jesus. No filters. No noise. Just real conversations that point you to the truth. Hosted by the Untrained Philosophical Discussionists, Andy Lamb and Jonny Hanson.

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Latest Episodes

With special guest Pastor Jake Sweetman (Cathedral in Los Angeles)The sixth commandment seems simple: “You shall not murder.”You probably think you pass the test.Jesus disagrees.

What does it really mean to honor your father and mother? In this episode, we unpack the fifth commandment and confront one of the most misunderstood teachings in the Ten Commandments. Does honoring your parents mean blind obedience? What if they fai... more

Are Christians misunderstanding Sabbath, rest, and burnout?

Pastor Luke Lezon from Quay Church helps us unpack what the Bible actually says about work, rest, masculinity, purpose, and why so many men today feel exhausted, distracted, anxious, and d... more

Is the third commandment about more than using God's name as a swear word?In this episode of our Ten Commandments series, Jonny Hanson, Andy Lamb, and Pastor Mike Price from Grace Church Orlando unpack what “You shall not misuse the name of the Lord ... more

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Recent Guests

Jake Sweetman
Lead Pastor, Cathedral Church (Glendale, California)
Cathedral Church
Episode: The 6th Commandment | You shall not murder feat. Pastor Jake Sweetman
Pastor Mike Standish
Pastor from Grace Church, guest commentator on the commandment
Grace Church Orlando
Episode: The 5th Commandment | Honor your father and mother feat. Pastor Mike Standish
Lucas Lezon
Pastor, Quay Church
Quay Church, Windermere, Florida
Episode: The 4th Commandment | Keep the Sabbath holy feat. Pastor Luke Lezon
Mike Price
Pastor at Grace Church
Grace Church
Episode: The 3rd Commandment | You shall not take God's name in vain feat. Pastor Mike Price
Father Jim Sorvillo
Priest
Episcopal Church (Church of the Ascension, Clearwater)
Episode: The 2nd Commandment | Graven images & modern idols feat. Father Jim Sorvillo
Gabe Poirot
Guest, near-death experience storyteller
Author and speaker promoting Christian faith
Episode: 18 Days in Heaven: Gabe Poirot’s Near-Death Experience
Joshua Horton
Attorney, former addict and repeat offender turned advocate
Attorney, former inmate; advocacy work in addiction and rehabilitation
Episode: Is addiction the Church's problem to solve?
Josh Horton
Author and attorney
Attorney and author of A Legal Rebel
Episode: The addict who became an attorney
David Swensen
Ex-Mormon who converted to Christianity and shares his theological concerns with Mormonism.
Episode: Mormon theology explained

Hosts

Jonny Hanson
Co-host of the UPD Podcast, and host part of the Untrained Philosophical Discussionists, focused on faith, life, and Christian living.
Andy Lamb
Co-host of the UPD Podcast and partner in Untrained Philosophical Discussionists; shares personal journeys, addiction recovery, mentorship emphasis, and faith-based guidance.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • excellent content

    sparks so many conversations with my wife

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    felix.rodriguez.nj
    United Statesa year ago
  • Getting after it weekly!

    Glad to be a part!

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    United Statesa year ago
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    United States2 years ago

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The 4th Commandment | Keep the Sabbath holy feat. Pastor Luke Lezon
Q: Why do most Christians still recognize moral commandments but not observe the Sabbath in the same way?
The New Testament emphasizes following the Lord and resting in Him rather than rigidly adhering to a calendar; Jesus fulfilled the Sabbath, and the command shifts toward a grace-based rhythm that prioritizes trust, mercy, and the heart's orientation toward God rather than exact observance.
The 1st Commandment | You shall have no other gods feat. Pastor Mike Adkins
Q: How do you go about prioritizing God, wife, and children in a household?”,
The approach starts with placing God first, then building a marriage on sacrifice and mutual respect; leadership in the home is about responsibility and peace, not dominance. This order influences how families function under stress and how children experience a stable environment.
18 Days in Heaven: Gabe Poirot’s Near-Death Experience
Q: Could this experience be explained away as a medical or hallucinatory phenomenon related to the trauma?
Gabe suggests not to convince skeptics, but to point people to scripture and let them judge for themselves; he cites biblical visions by Ezekiel, Daniel, Isaiah, Stephen, and John as corroborating references and notes that medical documentation and interviews exist to support his memory and recovery.
Why “just going to church” isn’t enough
Q: What is the biblical definition of the church and how has that definition changed over the years?
The church is described as ecclesia, meaning the called-out ones, and includes elements like the administration of communion, corporate praying, and communal worship. The hosts also contrast meeting in homes under persecution with modern mega-church dynamics, arguing that church is about relationship and mission, not merely a building or spectacle.
Christian hot takes: cancel culture, church criticism & celebrity faith
Q: How do we discern God's voice versus our own?
The best way to discern God's voice is by reading the Bible and understanding God's character and nature, which is revealed in Scripture.

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The show features candid conversations on faith, life, and following Jesus, with a focus on real stories, personal transformation, and practical Christianity in everyday challenges. Across episodes, listeners hear about addiction, redemption, spiritual renewal, and how faith shapes relationships, parenting, and personal responsibility. The tone is personal, invitational, and unapologetically Christian, with hosts sharing vulnerable experiences and inviting dialogue on tough topics like temptation, forgiveness, and cultural shifts within faith communities. A standout aspect is the blend of narrative storytelling with theological reflection, plus occasional guest voices that broaden perspectives while staying rooted in Christian lived experie... more

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