I Love To Tell The Story
Welcome to I Love To Tell the Story with Dave Clark and Dusty Wells!
Join us as we dive deep into the untold stories behind the music you love. With over 80 years of combined experience in the Christian music industry, we bring you exclusive insights and heartfelt narratives that you won’t hear anywhere else.
Tune in for engaging conversations, personal anecdotes, and a genuine love for the stories that shape our lives and music. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just curious about the industry, our podcast is your backstage pass to the heart of Christian music.
Episodes
70 episodes
Johnny Minick - I Love To Tell the Story
We’ve got a brand-new episode of I Love To Tell The Story, and you are going to love this one.Our guest is the legendary Johnny Minick—singer, songwriter, producer, piano player, and pastor. His journey alone is remarkable… but when you...
John Chisum - I Love To Tell the Story
Our guest on this episode of I Love To Tell the Story is singer, songwriter, speaker, author, and worship leader — John Chisum.For more than 40 years, John has faithfully served the Church through his songs and leadership, while...
Craig Nelson - I Love To Tell the Story
This week we welcome Craig Nelson — a legendary Nashville studio musician whose five-decade career shows no signs of slowing down. You may recognize his name from iconic Christian music records, or hear his double bass on countless Nashville Sy...
Justin Kropf - I Love To Tell the Story
How does a kid barely out of his teens leave Oregon with no industry experience and become one of Nashville’s busiest recording engineers? Tune in to hear the inspiring story of Justin Kropf (pronounced KRUP).For three decades Justin has...
Phil Johnson - I Love To Tell the Story
Join us as we welcome Phil Johnson, one of the most influential voices in Christian music since the mid-70s, whose impact still resonates today.Phil’s remarkable journey spans a dazzling array of roles: record producer for artists inclu...
Dana Williams - I Love To Tell the Story
In this exciting new episode of I Love To Tell the Story, Dave and Dusty are thrilled to sit down with Dana Williams, the talented bass player and singer from one of country music’s most successful groups, Diamond Rio. Dana's journ...
Dusty Wells and Dave Clark - I Love To Tell the Story
On this episode of I Love To Tell the Story, Dave and Dusty peel back the curtain on their own journeys to mark a truly special occasion. 2026 is a milestone year, as they celebrate 50 years each in the music business.It was 1976 when D...
Joey Hemphill - I Love To Tell the Story
We have a brand-new episode of I Love To Tell the Story—and it’s one you won’t want to miss.Joey Hemphill, the oldest son of one of Southern Gospel’s most beloved families, found his place in the story at an early age. He began playing ...
Psalms, Hymns and Spiritual Songs - I Love To Tell the Story
Over the past few seasons, the topic of psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs has surfaced again and again in our conversations. So we decided it was time to devote an entire episode to exploring it more deeply. We’re joined by two dear friends—Dr...
Christmas Special Episode - I Love To Tell the Story
Join us for a very special Christmas episode of I Love to Tell the Story. Because Christmas is best celebrated with family, we wanted to invite you into ours.Dusty and his wife, LaVonne—along with their daughters and grandk...
Travis Cottrell - I Love To Tell the Story
Get ready—this week’s episode of I Love To Tell the Story is one you won’t want to miss as Dave and Dusty sit down with their longtime friend, Travis Cottrell.For more than 25 years, Travis has been one of the most influential voices in...
Russ Taff and Joseph Habedank - I Love To Tell the Story
In this powerful and deeply personal episode of I Love To Tell the Story, Dave and Dusty sit down with two of gospel music’s best, Russ Taff and Joseph Habedank to share their honest conversations about life, faith, and their journeys through t...
Steve Gilreath - I Love To Tell the Story
“Where do you start when you build a museum?”With those words, Steve Gilreath, Executive Director of the brand-new Christian and Gospel Music Museum in downtown Nashville, opened the ribbon-cutting ceremony on October 3, 2025.On...
Reba Rambo - I Love To Tell the Story
Get ready for an unforgettable conversation with the legendary Reba Rambo!This week’s episode is extra special, and here’s why: if you’ve been with us since the beginning, you’ll remember Reba as our very first guest back in September 2...
Lanny Wolfe - I Love To Tell the Story
When it comes to the phrase "legendary songwriter," few embody it like Lanny Wolfe.With multiple Dove Awards under his belt—including Song of the Year and Songwriter of the Year—Lanny’s talent has left an indelible mark on music. His so...
Kenna Turner West - I Love To Tell the Story
We’re sitting down with one of Christian music’s most prolific songwriters, Kenna Turner West—and trust us, her story is as unforgettable as her music.You’ve heard her work on projects by The Martins, The Isaacs, Michael English, The Cr...
Jason Webb - I Love To Tell the Story
If you’re not a credit reader, you might not recognize the name Jason Webb. But if you’re a music lover, chances are you’ve been profoundly impacted by his work.Jason is widely regarded as one of the most in-demand studio musicians in N...
2nd Anniversary Special Episode - I Love To Tell the Story
This week marks a special milestone for us—two years since we aired the very first episode of #ILove2TellTheStory! What an incredible journey it has been. Over these past two years, we've shared moments of learning, laughter, and love, brought ...
Chris Blue - I Love To Tell the Story
Get ready for an unforgettable conversation! Chris Blue, the Season 12 winner of NBC's The Voice, captured the hearts of millions with his infectious smile and unmatched vocal talent. Now, as a cherished member of the Gaither Homecoming Family,...
Jim and Melissa Brady - I Love To Tell the Story
On this episode of I Love To Tell the Story, Dave and Dusty welcome one of the most iconic duos in Southern Gospel Music—Jim and Melissa Brady!Born into families of music and ministry, Jim and Melissa's journey has been guided by faith ...
Allison Speer - I Love To Tell the Story
When you invite one of Christian Music’s finest communicators to sit down for a conversation, you know it’s going to be special—and Allison Speer didn’t disappoint.Born and raised in the bluegrass fields of Kentucky, Allison’s path to s...
Scotty Inman - I Love To Tell the Story
Join Dave Clark and Dusty Wells for an Inspiring Conversation with Scotty Inman!Growing up in a singer's home, pursuing a music career was never part of Scotty Inman’s plan—but God had other ideas. Now, as a 4-time BMI award-winning sin...
Gene McDonald - I Love To Tell the Story
If you’ve ever wondered how, in just a few short months, one man could go from being a southern gospel tenor singer to one of the purest bass singers in gospel music, you won’t want to miss this interview with Gene McDonald. His story is nothin...
Father's Day Special - I Love To Tell the Story
Welcome to a special Father’s Day episode of I Love to Tell the Story! In this episode, we explore the profound influence of fatherhood through the opposite experiences of Dave Clark and Dusty Wells. Despite their vastly different backgrounds, ...
Duane Allen - I Love To Tell the Story
Duane Allen of the Oak Ridge Boys sits down with Dusty Wells and Dave Clark for this episode of I Love to Tell the Story. For sixty years, Duane has been the lead singer of one of the most beloved groups in both gospel and country musi...