Behind The Mike Podcast with Mike Stone
What do faith, hope, and real-life struggles have in common? They all meet Behind the Mike.
Hosted by Mike Stone, the Behind the Mike Podcast is a faith-based show that goes deeper than surface-level conversations. Each episode features heartfelt storytelling, biblical truth, and interviews with guests who share powerful journeys of pain, redemption, and God’s amazing grace.
From questions we’ve all wrestled with — Do pets go to heaven? Why does God allow suffering? How can I know His will for my life? — to inspiring testimonies of people who found hope in Christ against all odds, this podcast is designed to encourage your faith and point you back to Jesus.
Whether you’re grieving a loss, searching for answers, or simply looking for encouragement in your walk with Christ, you’ll find honest conversation and timeless truth here.
👉 Subscribe today and discover hope, one story at a time.
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Episodes
184 episodes
When Christian Leaders Fall, What Happens to My Faith? with Joshua Stone
It seems like every few weeks, another Christian leader falls—and many believers are left confused, discouraged, or even mocked for their faith.In this episode of Behind the Mike Podcast, Mike & Joshua Stone slow the conversa...
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Season 8
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Episode 172
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17:13
Why Everything Feels Like Outrage Now
It feels like everything is offensive now, and outrage is everywhere.Disagreement feels dangerous.Conversations feel tense.And outrage feels like the default response to almost everything.Most people sense somethi...
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Season 8
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Episode 171
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15:39
Why Your Faith Feels So Heavy Right Now (You’re Not Alone)
If your faith feels heavier than it used to, you’re not alone.You still believe.You still love God.But it feels harder to focus… harder to pray… harder to stay present.Many Christians today feel spiritually tired,...
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Season 8
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Episode 170
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10:07
3 Anchors You MUST Leave Behind in 2026 (This Will Change Your Walk With God)
As we step toward 2026, many Christians are trying to build a new year on an old foundation. In this powerful final episode of 2025, Mike Stone reveals three spiritual anchors you must leave behind if you want to walk fully in God’s purpose—reg...
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Season 8
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Episode 169
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10:35
Why Comparison Is SO Dangerous to Christians!
Comparison rarely shouts — it whispers. And when it does, it quietly steals something precious: your joy.In this powerful episode of Behind the Mike Podcast with Mike Stone, we dive deep into why comparison is so dangerous for be...
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Season 8
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Episode 168
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11:10
Kevin Costner Presents: The First Christmas | Director David L. Cunningham Talks the REAL Nativity
What if the nativity wasn’t sentimental — but courageous, gritty, historical, and deeply human?In this exclusive interview, Director David L. Cunningham reveals the inspiration, historical accuracy, and behind-the-scenes challenges of K...
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Season 8
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Episode 167
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15:08
Why Hypocrisy in the Church Is Destroying Faith (And How to Fix It)
Hypocrisy in the Church has quietly destroyed more faith than atheism, suffering, or doubt.In this episode of Behind the Mike Podcast, Mike Stone speaks directly to anyone who has been hurt, betrayed, disappointed, or woun...
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Season 8
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Episode 166
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12:13
The Loneliness Epidemic: Why So Many Christians Feel Alone (And How Jesus Meets Us There)
Loneliness is quietly becoming one of the biggest struggles inside the church. Many believers feel isolated, unseen, or disconnected—especially heading into the holiday season. In this episode of Behind the Mike Podcast, Mike breaks down...
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Season 8
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Episode 165
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13:39
Why Modern Christianity Feels So Shallow (And How to Build Real Faith)
Modern Christianity is popular…but often hollow.Jesus offered living water, yet today many believers feel thin, fragile, emotional, and spiritually inconsistent. Why?In this powerful episode of Behind the Mike Podcast w...
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Season 8
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Episode 164
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16:39
The Narcissism Epidemic: What the Bible Says About Pride in Today’s Culture
Have you ever dealt with someone who twists every story, demands control, and always plays the victim? The world calls it narcissism, but the Bible calls it pride — and it’s a spiritual battle that’s destroying hearts, homes, and churches.<...
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Season 8
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Episode 163
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26:40
God Still Uses Broken People | When You Feel Too Far Gone for God
Do you ever look back on your life and think, “God could never use me”? Maybe it’s because of something you said, did, or became. But here’s the truth — the Bible isn’t a story of perfect people doing great things for God. It’s a story of a per...
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Season 8
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Episode 162
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10:07
Demons & the Occult: What the Bible Really Says
What does the Bible really say about demons, witchcraft, and the occult?In this powerful episode of Behind the Mike Podcast with Mike Stone, we go beyond Hollywood myths and cultural trends to expose the real spiritual battle happening all ...
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Season 8
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Episode 161
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17:13
Do Angels Really Exist? Here's What the Bible Says...
Do angels really exist? Are they glowing winged beings—or powerful messengers sent by God with purpose?In this episode of Behind The Mike Podcast, Mike Stone takes you on a biblical deep dive into the unseen world of angels—what ...
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Season 8
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Episode 160
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11:36
Truth vs Tolerance in 2025: Why Christians Can’t Stay Silent Anymore
In 2025, the world celebrates “tolerance” — but what happens when tolerance replaces truth?In this powerful episode of Behind The Mike Podcast, host Mike Stone breaks down why real love doesn’t stay silent and why silence doesn’t bring ...
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Season 8
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Episode 159
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11:16
Biblical Group Chat: What If the Disciples Had iPhones?
What if Bible characters had iPhones and could text each other in a group chat? 📱 Imagine Peter firing off messages in ALL CAPS, Jonah ghosting everyone, or David sending late-night Psalm lyrics.In this fun and creative episode of Behin...
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Season 8
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Episode 158
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8:31
What It Really Means to Put Your Faith in Jesus (Practical & Biblical Truth)
What does it really mean to put your faith in Jesus?In this episode of Behind the Mike Podcast with Mike Stone, we go beyond clichés and dig into the heart of faith. Putting your faith in Jesus is not about religion, rules, or being “go...
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Season 8
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Episode 157
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5:38
Which Bible Version Is Right for You? | KJV, NIV, ESV, NLT & More Explained
Are you overwhelmed by all the different Bible versions? With the King James Version (KJV), New International Version (NIV), English Standard Version (ESV), New Living Translation (NLT), and even paraphrases like The Message—it can be confusing...
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Season 8
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Episode 156
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11:17
We Need God in America Again | A Wake-Up Call to Christians
America is at a crossroads. In this powerful episode of Behind the Mike Podcast with Mike Stone, Mike delivers a bold message: we don’t just need revival—we need repentance.From Charlie Kirk’s tragic death to the cultural ...
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Season 8
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Episode 155
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10:22
10 Signs the End Times Are Near | What the Bible Says About Today
Are we living in the end times? In this episode of Behind the Mike Podcast, Mike Stone counts down 10 clear signs from biblical prophecy that the last days are closer than we think. From wars and rumors of wars to moral decay, persecution of be...
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Season 7
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Episode 154
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18:24
5 Myths Christians Believe (and What the Bible Actually Says)
Have you ever heard someone say, “God will never give you more than you can handle” or “Good people go to heaven”? These common sayings sound Christian—but they aren’t biblical.In this episode of Behind the Mike Podcast with Mike Stone,...
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Season 7
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Episode 153
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7:30
Cremation or Burial? What the Bible Really Says About Death, Dignity, and Resurrection
Cremation or burial — does it matter to God?In this powerful episode of Behind the Mike Podcast, Mike Stone explores one of the most asked questions among Christians today: Is cremation biblical, or should we stick with buri...
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Season 7
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Episode 152
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8:10
Why Cracker Barrel Feels Like Home
In this episode of the Behind the Mike Podcast, host Mike Stone discusses a letter written to the CEO of Cracker Barrel about its recent logo change and the deeper meaning behind it. Mike explains that while the man in the letter was mi...
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Season 7
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Episode 151
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8:38
Do Pets Go to Heaven? What the Bible Really Says 🐾
Have you ever wondered if your dog, cat, or beloved pet will be in heaven? 🐶🐱 In this heartfelt episode of Behind the Mike Podcast, Mike Stone dives deep into one of the most emotional questions we face after losing ...
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Season 7
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Episode 150
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12:25
This May Shock You…God Is Not Impressed | Why Religious Activity Isn’t Enough
You can memorize every Bible verse, serve at every event, and give to every cause — but if your heart’s not in it, God isn’t impressed. In this powerful episode of Behind the Mike Podcast, Mike Stone challenges us to examine our motives, reset ...
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Season 7
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Episode 149
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12:46
“Even If” Faith: Standing Firm When Life Gets Hot
🔥 When the heat is on, will your faith hold? In this powerful episode, Mike Stone unpacks the bold faith of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in Daniel 3 and applies it to the modern pressures we face. You’ll learn what it means to have “...
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Season 7
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Episode 148
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10:08
