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CIA: Contagious Influencers of America

CIA: The Contagious Influencers of America Podcast. Meet the Gamechangers, the Influencers and those who are not afraid to show up with a shovel if that's what it takes to move a mountain. Go inside the minds of true American trailblazers who are making a difference by sharing their stories of personal triumph, overcoming obstacles, defeating fear, fighting addiction, and rejecting failure. Hosted by 9-time Emmy winner David Sams.

Inspiration Story Entrepreneur Success Music Hope Christianity Religion & Spirituality
Update frequency
every 7 days
Average duration
39 minutes
Episodes
102
Years Active
2022 - 2025
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# 195: JASON GRIMSLEY two-time world series champion details his cycle of drugs & addiction to a riveting revival in his heart

# 195: JASON GRIMSLEY two-time world series champion details his cycle of drugs & addiction to a riveting revival in his heart

Baseball is back in full swing for the 2023 MLB season, but this episode we’re heading back to the time of home run races and the “steroid era.” Nine-time Emmy winner, David Sams, sits down with form…

00:45:25  |   Wed 05 Apr 2023
# 194: NEAL HARMON reveals how his studio's crowdfunding success is turning heads in Hollywood and empowering millions of fans

# 194: NEAL HARMON reveals how his studio's crowdfunding success is turning heads in Hollywood and empowering millions of fans

When you make history in Hollywood, you know you’re doing something right. Angel Studios’ Original Feature Film, “His Only Son,” is the first theatrical release that has been crowdfunded in entertain…

00:42:52  |   Wed 29 Mar 2023
# 193: BUTCH and JULIEANN HARTMAN are Hollywood veterans creating something special for the next generation

# 193: BUTCH and JULIEANN HARTMAN are Hollywood veterans creating something special for the next generation

Be a fly on the wall and listen to real Hollywood stories from the pros! Ever wonder how some iconic TV shows became a hit? Well nine-time Emmy winner David Sams sits down with Butch Hartman, creator…

00:45:54  |   Fri 24 Mar 2023
# 192: PAULA FARIS, Emmy-award winning journalist says motherhood needs a re-brand and shares how to ditch the mom guilt

# 192: PAULA FARIS, Emmy-award winning journalist says motherhood needs a re-brand and shares how to ditch the mom guilt

Does it ever feel like moms would be better off with 8 arms to juggle all that’s asked of them? Well Paula Faris is reminding mothers that “You Don’t Have to Carry It All.” That’s the name of the awa…

00:35:00  |   Tue 21 Mar 2023
# 191: KAREN KINGSBURY and her son TYLER RUSSELL collaborate on best-selling books to the big screen!

# 191: KAREN KINGSBURY and her son TYLER RUSSELL collaborate on best-selling books to the big screen!

The Queen is in the house! The queen of Christian fiction that is. Karen Kingsbury has more than 25 million copies of her award-winning books in print and many of them have been developed into Hallma…

00:40:25  |   Thu 09 Mar 2023
# 190: CHRISSY METZ and BRADLEY COLLINS say their love at first swipe story has led to a life together filled with story and song

# 190: CHRISSY METZ and BRADLEY COLLINS say their love at first swipe story has led to a life together filled with story and song

Actress, singer, now children’s book author! Chrissy Metz, best known as Kate Pearson on TV's previous hit show “This Is Us” is adding to her resume with a new children’s book called “When I Talk To …

00:33:10  |   Wed 01 Mar 2023
# 189: DR. ROBERT JEFFRESS explains how to face fears of the future and what Jesus really says about eternity

# 189: DR. ROBERT JEFFRESS explains how to face fears of the future and what Jesus really says about eternity

Have you ever wondered what Jesus would say if he had his own TED Talk? Well, newsflash! He basically already gave us one. It’s called “Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount.” Dr. Robert Jeffress breaks down th…

00:28:46  |   Fri 24 Feb 2023
# 188: JON and ANDY ERWIN - brothers first, filmmakers second and how that combo brought the

# 188: JON and ANDY ERWIN - brothers first, filmmakers second and how that combo brought the "Jesus Revolution" to the big screen

It’s time to pull out those bellbottoms and tie-dye tops! We’re heading back to the 70s at the theaters for the movie “Jesus Revolution.” This is the latest project from film directors, screenwriters…

01:01:01  |   Fri 17 Feb 2023
# 187: JOHN SCHNEIDER from Dukes of Hazzard to Smallville, this pop culture icon is now starring in a musical!

# 187: JOHN SCHNEIDER from Dukes of Hazzard to Smallville, this pop culture icon is now starring in a musical!

John Schneider is getting back to his roots where his career started, on stage! You probably know him from TV’s “Dukes of Hazzard” or “Smallville” or heard him on the Country music charts, but now on…

00:31:35  |   Thu 09 Feb 2023
# 186: CHONDA PIERCE in a musical? This laugh out loud love story is based on the #1 selling book series from Beverly Lewis

# 186: CHONDA PIERCE in a musical? This laugh out loud love story is based on the #1 selling book series from Beverly Lewis

Award-winning comedian, Chonda Pierce, is used to being on stage in front of an audience, but this time instead of telling stories and making people laugh, she’s starring in a musical! “The Confessio…

00:31:51  |   Tue 07 Feb 2023
# 185: GREG LAURIE - from drugs to Jesus, he shares his personal story of renewal during a historic time of mass revival known as

# 185: GREG LAURIE - from drugs to Jesus, he shares his personal story of renewal during a historic time of mass revival known as "The Jesus Revolution"

In 1966 TIME Magazine posed a question on their magazine cover: “Is God Dead?” But just five years later their cover featured a psychedelic drawing with the words, “Jesus Revolution.” So what changed…

00:46:38  |   Mon 30 Jan 2023
# 184: LYSA TERKEURST on surviving divorce and discovering good boundaries

# 184: LYSA TERKEURST on surviving divorce and discovering good boundaries

Having healthy boundaries isn't just a good idea, it's a God idea and can actually be an act of love. New York Times best-selling author, Lysa TerKeurst, is diving into that very idea in her latest b…

00:25:52  |   Wed 11 Jan 2023
# 183: CHAD VEACH understands stress and burnout and has some powerful ways to combat that with prayer in the new year

# 183: CHAD VEACH understands stress and burnout and has some powerful ways to combat that with prayer in the new year

In a stress-ridden society, life can often feel overwhelming and exhausting! But popular L.A. pastor Chad Veach is offering a solution: prayer. His latest book is called, “Worried About Everything Be…

00:31:13  |   Thu 29 Dec 2022
# 182: ANGELA PERRITT and her mission to Love God Greatly spreads around the globe

# 182: ANGELA PERRITT and her mission to Love God Greatly spreads around the globe

Calling all women who want to grow spiritually but don’t seem to have enough time in the day. This podcast is for you! Angela Perritt is the founder and director of Love God Greatly, a non-profit int…

00:33:27  |   Thu 15 Dec 2022
# 181: DAVID SAMS introduces you to his fiancée, Shelly Ann along with therapist Zahra Heydari and matchmaker Jackie Dorman!

# 181: DAVID SAMS introduces you to his fiancée, Shelly Ann along with therapist Zahra Heydari and matchmaker Jackie Dorman!

It’s that time of year for twinkling lights, hot cocoa next to a fire, and a Hallmark kind of romance! Well nine-time Emmy winner and host, David Sams, is getting to experience it ALL this season. Ju…

01:32:08  |   Wed 07 Dec 2022
# 180: KATY NICHOLE hits the top of Billboard charts with a single debut song that inspires millions

# 180: KATY NICHOLE hits the top of Billboard charts with a single debut song that inspires millions

Do you ever feel like there’s a dark cloud looming over you? Well artist Katy Nichole has felt that pain and also knows it’s possible for that cloud to disappear! The young artist sits down with nine…

00:27:27  |   Thu 01 Dec 2022
# 179: LEE GREENWOOD celebrates 40 years of America's beloved song,

# 179: LEE GREENWOOD celebrates 40 years of America's beloved song, "God Bless the U.S.A."

Is there anything more synonymous with patriotic pride than the song “God Bless The U.S.A”? We can thank Grammy award-winning artist Lee Greenwood for that! Through genres and generations this song h…

00:37:02  |   Thu 10 Nov 2022
# 178: TASHA LAYTON finds transformational truth and balance in the bright light of success

# 178: TASHA LAYTON finds transformational truth and balance in the bright light of success

Top female Christian recording artist, Tasha Layton takes a look at what God has done as she is heading from one tour to the next, working on a second book, releasing a full-length Christmas album ca…

00:31:21  |   Thu 03 Nov 2022
# 177: MICHAEL PHILLIPS narrowly escapes the school-to-prison pipeline and advocates change

# 177: MICHAEL PHILLIPS narrowly escapes the school-to-prison pipeline and advocates change

What would you do if given a second chance? At just 19 years-old, Michael Phillips was facing decades in prison on drug charges. But a judge gave him an alternate option: go to a special college prog…

00:53:05  |   Wed 26 Oct 2022
# 176: ANNE WILSON gets real personal about going from heartache to hope

# 176: ANNE WILSON gets real personal about going from heartache to hope

“Let me tell you about my Jesus!” Those are the signature lyrics to Anne Wilson’s chart-topping, award-winning song that has catapulted her into the spotlight. But those words mean so much more to th…

00:35:27  |   Thu 20 Oct 2022
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