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      <title>From Karma to Christ: Conversations That Change Lives</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Ed Young sits down with bestselling author and commentator Eric Metaxas for a bold, honest conversation about truth, courage, and the role of the Church in today’s culture.</p><p>In this episode, Eric shares his powerful testimony, from growing up in a working-class immigrant family to attending Yale, drifting from faith, and experiencing a dramatic encounter with Jesus that changed his life forever. Together, Ed and Eric discuss the lives and legacies of Martin Luther, William Wilberforce, and Dietrich Bonhoeffer, and what their examples mean for Christians today.</p><p>They also talk candidly about the responsibility of pastors to speak biblical truth with both love and clarity, even when the culture pushes back. From cultural pressure and silence in the Church to the need for conviction, compassion, and courage, this conversation is a timely challenge for believers to stand firm on God’s Word.</p><p>Topics include:<br>• Eric Metaxas’ salvation story<br>• Yale, culture, and spiritual confusion<br>• Martin Luther and the Reformation<br>• Wilberforce, Bonhoeffer, and courageous faith<br>• The calling of pastors in today’s world<br>• Speaking truth in love on difficult cultural issues<br>• Why silence from the Church has consequences</p><p>This is a conversation for anyone seeking clarity, conviction, and encouragement to live boldly for Christ.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this inspiring episode, Ed Young talks with Dylan Mandell about his journey through cancer, suffering, salvation, and miraculous healing. Dylan shares how Jesus met him in his darkest moments and transformed his life through pain, faith, and hope. They also discuss evangelism, bold prayer, the local church, and using social media to spread the gospel.</p><p>If you’re walking through suffering or need encouragement, this conversation will remind you that God is near, God is good, and hope is alive in Christ.</p>]]>
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      <title>A Conversation With David Nasser Iranian Refugee on Iran, Islam &amp; the Underground Church</title>
      <itunes:episode>17</itunes:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the C3 Leadership Podcas, Pastor Ed Young sits down with Iranian refugee, author, and pastor David Nasser to discuss faith, culture, and the rapidly changing spiritual landscape of the Middle East.</p>]]>
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      <title>A Conversation with Jon Acuff (NYT Bestselling Author &amp; INC Top 100 Leadership Speaker)</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the C3 Leadership Podcast, Ed Young sits down with Jon Acuff—pastor’s kid turned marketing pro, New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and creative coach—to talk leadership, creativity, and finishing what you start.</p>]]>
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      <title>Erwin McManus: Reaching People With Creative Evangelism</title>
      <itunes:episode>15</itunes:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the C3 Leadership Podcast, Ed Young &amp; Erwin McManus emphasize the importance of creativity and radical evangelism in the church’s mission to reach those far from faith, urging leaders to prioritize removing barriers to God and genuinely connect with seekers both within and outside the Christian community.<br></p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the C3 Leadership Podcast, Ed Young &amp; Erwin McManus emphasize the importance of creativity and radical evangelism in the church’s mission to reach those far from faith, urging leaders to prioritize removing barriers to God and genuinely connect with seekers both within and outside the Christian community.<br></p>]]>
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      <title>Faith, Law &amp; Politics | A Conversation With Trey Gowdy - Part 2</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the C3 Leadership Podcast, Pastor Ed Young continues his conversation with former congressman and prosecutor Trey Gowdy in part two of their honest, funny, and thought-provoking discussion on truth, justice, and leadership. Trey unpacks what’s broken in the legal system, why humility matters in authority, and how asking better questions can change everything.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the C3 Leadership Podcast, Pastor Ed Young continues his conversation with former congressman and prosecutor Trey Gowdy in part two of their honest, funny, and thought-provoking discussion on truth, justice, and leadership. Trey unpacks what’s broken in the legal system, why humility matters in authority, and how asking better questions can change everything.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the C3 Leadership Podcast, Pastor Ed Young continues his conversation with former congressman and prosecutor Trey Gowdy in part two of their honest, funny, and thought-provoking discussion on truth, justice, and leadership. Trey unpacks what’s broken in the legal system, why humility matters in authority, and how asking better questions can change everything.</p>]]>
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      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Zohran Mamdani, Islam vs. Christianity &amp; What’s Really at Stake | A Conversation With Trey Gowdy</title>
      <itunes:episode>13</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>13</podcast:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the C3 Leadership Podcast, Pastor Ed Young sits down with former congressman, prosecutor, and bestselling author Trey Gowdy for an honest, funny, and deeply thoughtful conversation about faith, doubt, and leading with conviction in today’s culture.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the C3 Leadership Podcast, Pastor Ed Young sits down with former congressman, prosecutor, and bestselling author Trey Gowdy for an honest, funny, and deeply thoughtful conversation about faith, doubt, and leading with conviction in today’s culture.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the C3 Leadership Podcast, Pastor Ed Young sits down with former congressman, prosecutor, and bestselling author Trey Gowdy for an honest, funny, and deeply thoughtful conversation about faith, doubt, and leading with conviction in today’s culture.</p>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords>c3 conference, c3 global, ed young, leadership, fellowship church, leadership podcast, pastoring, preaching, church leadership</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Bold Leadership In A Political Culture </title>
      <itunes:episode>12</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>12</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Bold Leadership In A Political Culture </itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of The C3 Leadership Podcast, Ed Young addresses the misconception that the church is "too political," urging pastors to boldly and faithfully preach the gospel in the context of cultural issues such as wokeism, unapologetically confronting uncomfortable truths while emphasizing the call to remain faithful to Scripture and prioritize pleasing God over pleasing people.</p>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of The C3 Leadership Podcast, Ed Young addresses the misconception that the church is "too political," urging pastors to boldly and faithfully preach the gospel in the context of cultural issues such as wokeism, unapologetically confronting uncomfortable truths while emphasizing the call to remain faithful to Scripture and prioritize pleasing God over pleasing people.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
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      <itunes:duration>754</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of The C3 Leadership Podcast, Ed Young addresses the misconception that the church is "too political," urging pastors to boldly and faithfully preach the gospel in the context of cultural issues such as wokeism, unapologetically confronting uncomfortable truths while emphasizing the call to remain faithful to Scripture and prioritize pleasing God over pleasing people.</p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>c3 conference, c3 global, ed young, leadership, fellowship church, leadership podcast, pastoring, preaching, church leadership</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Ed, Ben &amp; Cliff Young: Modern Worship, Hot Takes &amp; Family Laughs</title>
      <itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>11</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Ed, Ben &amp; Cliff Young: Modern Worship, Hot Takes &amp; Family Laughs</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Pastor Ed Young sits down with his brothers Ben and Cliff Young for a hilarious and heartfelt conversation on modern worship, church leadership, and faith in family. From Cliff’s journey with <em>Caedmon’s Call</em> to Ben’s leadership at Second Baptist Houston, the Young brothers share insights on worship culture, leadership transitions, and keeping God at the center of it all.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Pastor Ed Young sits down with his brothers Ben and Cliff Young for a hilarious and heartfelt conversation on modern worship, church leadership, and faith in family. From Cliff’s journey with <em>Caedmon’s Call</em> to Ben’s leadership at Second Baptist Houston, the Young brothers share insights on worship culture, leadership transitions, and keeping God at the center of it all.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 00:20:00 -0600</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Pastor Ed Young sits down with his brothers Ben and Cliff Young for a hilarious and heartfelt conversation on modern worship, church leadership, and faith in family. From Cliff’s journey with <em>Caedmon’s Call</em> to Ben’s leadership at Second Baptist Houston, the Young brothers share insights on worship culture, leadership transitions, and keeping God at the center of it all.</p>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords>c3 conference, c3 global, ed young, leadership, fellowship church, leadership podcast, pastoring, preaching, church leadership</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Get Your Ask In Gear: Why Questions Unlock Growth</title>
      <itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>10</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Get Your Ask In Gear: Why Questions Unlock Growth</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Pastor Ed Young and Dave Clark explore the power of asking great questions—and why curiosity is essential for leadership and personal growth. From overcoming pride and insecurity to learning from everyone you meet, this episode will challenge you to “get your asking gear” and rediscover how teachability unlocks breakthrough in life, faith, and leadership.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Pastor Ed Young and Dave Clark explore the power of asking great questions—and why curiosity is essential for leadership and personal growth. From overcoming pride and insecurity to learning from everyone you meet, this episode will challenge you to “get your asking gear” and rediscover how teachability unlocks breakthrough in life, faith, and leadership.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0600</pubDate>
      <author>C3 Conference</author>
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      <itunes:duration>700</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Pastor Ed Young and Dave Clark explore the power of asking great questions—and why curiosity is essential for leadership and personal growth. From overcoming pride and insecurity to learning from everyone you meet, this episode will challenge you to “get your asking gear” and rediscover how teachability unlocks breakthrough in life, faith, and leadership.</p>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords>c3 conference, c3 global, ed young, leadership, fellowship church, leadership podcast, pastoring, preaching, church leadership</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Mark Clark: Preaching &amp; Church Leadership in a Post-Christian World</title>
      <itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>9</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Mark Clark: Preaching &amp; Church Leadership in a Post-Christian World</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the C3 Leadership Podcast, Pastor Ed Young interviews Mark Clark, Global Senior Pastor at Bayside Church in California and author of several books, including his latest "The Problem of Life." They discuss faith, preaching, and connecting with a post-Christian culture. Mark shares his journey from growing up in a non-Christian home to becoming a pastor, offering insights on communicating truth with authenticity and grace.</p>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the C3 Leadership Podcast, Pastor Ed Young interviews Mark Clark, Global Senior Pastor at Bayside Church in California and author of several books, including his latest "The Problem of Life." They discuss faith, preaching, and connecting with a post-Christian culture. Mark shares his journey from growing up in a non-Christian home to becoming a pastor, offering insights on communicating truth with authenticity and grace.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>C3 Conference</author>
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      <itunes:duration>2170</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the C3 Leadership Podcast, Pastor Ed Young interviews Mark Clark, Global Senior Pastor at Bayside Church in California and author of several books, including his latest "The Problem of Life." They discuss faith, preaching, and connecting with a post-Christian culture. Mark shares his journey from growing up in a non-Christian home to becoming a pastor, offering insights on communicating truth with authenticity and grace.</p>]]>
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      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>The Benham Brothers: The Cost of Courage - Choosing Conviction Over Comfort</title>
      <itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>8</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>The Benham Brothers: The Cost of Courage - Choosing Conviction Over Comfort</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the <em>C3 Leadership Podcast</em>, Pastor <strong>Ed Young</strong> sits down with <strong>Jason and David Benham</strong> for a powerful conversation on courage, conviction, and standing for truth in today’s culture. From professional baseball to business success and a canceled HGTV show, the Benham Brothers share how faith fueled their boldness and how brokenness kept them grounded. Together, they challenge believers to choose conviction over comfort, live reverently before God, and lead with the kind of courage that builds bridges between heaven and earth.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the <em>C3 Leadership Podcast</em>, Pastor <strong>Ed Young</strong> sits down with <strong>Jason and David Benham</strong> for a powerful conversation on courage, conviction, and standing for truth in today’s culture. From professional baseball to business success and a canceled HGTV show, the Benham Brothers share how faith fueled their boldness and how brokenness kept them grounded. Together, they challenge believers to choose conviction over comfort, live reverently before God, and lead with the kind of courage that builds bridges between heaven and earth.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>C3 Conference</author>
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      <itunes:duration>1252</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the <em>C3 Leadership Podcast</em>, Pastor <strong>Ed Young</strong> sits down with <strong>Jason and David Benham</strong> for a powerful conversation on courage, conviction, and standing for truth in today’s culture. From professional baseball to business success and a canceled HGTV show, the Benham Brothers share how faith fueled their boldness and how brokenness kept them grounded. Together, they challenge believers to choose conviction over comfort, live reverently before God, and lead with the kind of courage that builds bridges between heaven and earth.</p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>c3 conference, c3 global, ed young, leadership, fellowship church, leadership podcast, pastoring, preaching, church leadership</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>John Olinger: Navigating Life's Crises &amp; Prioritizing What Matters</title>
      <itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>7</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>John Olinger: Navigating Life's Crises &amp; Prioritizing What Matters</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the C3 Leadership Podcast <strong>Pastor Ed Young </strong>sits down with former Nike exec <strong>John Olinger</strong> to talk leadership, loss, and living for what really matters. From working with <strong>Kobe Bryant</strong> to walking through tragedy, John shares how God uses the valleys to redefine success and help us chase “<strong>worthy wins</strong>” — the kind that last.</p>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the C3 Leadership Podcast <strong>Pastor Ed Young </strong>sits down with former Nike exec <strong>John Olinger</strong> to talk leadership, loss, and living for what really matters. From working with <strong>Kobe Bryant</strong> to walking through tragedy, John shares how God uses the valleys to redefine success and help us chase “<strong>worthy wins</strong>” — the kind that last.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>C3 Conference</author>
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      <itunes:duration>2301</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the C3 Leadership Podcast <strong>Pastor Ed Young </strong>sits down with former Nike exec <strong>John Olinger</strong> to talk leadership, loss, and living for what really matters. From working with <strong>Kobe Bryant</strong> to walking through tragedy, John shares how God uses the valleys to redefine success and help us chase “<strong>worthy wins</strong>” — the kind that last.</p>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords>Nike, Jordan Brand, Kobe Bryant, NBA, Basketball, Marketing</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Ryan Miller: Marriage, P*rn &amp; Life In The Spotlight</title>
      <itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>6</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Ryan Miller: Marriage, P*rn &amp; Life In The Spotlight</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the C3 Leadership Podcast, Ed Young sits down with filmmaker and host of <em>The Jesus People Podcast</em>, Ryan Miller, for an unfiltered conversation on holiness, healing, and revival. Ryan shares how God brought freedom from pornography, the importance of Sabbath and marriage, and what real biblical masculinity looks like in a world that’s lost its way. This powerful discussion challenges leaders and believers alike to live with conviction, courage, and complete surrender to Christ.</p>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the C3 Leadership Podcast, Ed Young sits down with filmmaker and host of <em>The Jesus People Podcast</em>, Ryan Miller, for an unfiltered conversation on holiness, healing, and revival. Ryan shares how God brought freedom from pornography, the importance of Sabbath and marriage, and what real biblical masculinity looks like in a world that’s lost its way. This powerful discussion challenges leaders and believers alike to live with conviction, courage, and complete surrender to Christ.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>C3 Conference</author>
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      <itunes:author>C3 Conference</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>2139</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the C3 Leadership Podcast, Ed Young sits down with filmmaker and host of <em>The Jesus People Podcast</em>, Ryan Miller, for an unfiltered conversation on holiness, healing, and revival. Ryan shares how God brought freedom from pornography, the importance of Sabbath and marriage, and what real biblical masculinity looks like in a world that’s lost its way. This powerful discussion challenges leaders and believers alike to live with conviction, courage, and complete surrender to Christ.</p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>c3 conference, c3 global, ed young, leadership, fellowship church, leadership podcast, pastoring, preaching, church leadership</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Shawn Johnson: Anxiety, Pressure &amp; the Weight of Calling</title>
      <itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>5</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Shawn Johnson: Anxiety, Pressure &amp; the Weight of Calling</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Pastor Ed Young sits down with Shawn Johnson, lead pastor of Red Rocks Church, for a raw conversation about calling, pain, and perseverance. Shawn shares his story of radical salvation, the weight of anxiety and betrayal in ministry, and how a devastating diagnosis led to his book <em>Kiss the Fire</em>. With honesty and hope, this episode reminds us that brokenness doesn’t disqualify you—it deepens your purpose.</p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Pastor Ed Young sits down with Shawn Johnson, lead pastor of Red Rocks Church, for a raw conversation about calling, pain, and perseverance. Shawn shares his story of radical salvation, the weight of anxiety and betrayal in ministry, and how a devastating diagnosis led to his book <em>Kiss the Fire</em>. With honesty and hope, this episode reminds us that brokenness doesn’t disqualify you—it deepens your purpose.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>C3 Conference</author>
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      <itunes:duration>2187</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Pastor Ed Young sits down with Shawn Johnson, lead pastor of Red Rocks Church, for a raw conversation about calling, pain, and perseverance. Shawn shares his story of radical salvation, the weight of anxiety and betrayal in ministry, and how a devastating diagnosis led to his book <em>Kiss the Fire</em>. With honesty and hope, this episode reminds us that brokenness doesn’t disqualify you—it deepens your purpose.</p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>c3 conference, c3 global, ed young, leadership, fellowship church, leadership podcast, pastoring, preaching, church leadership</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Levi Lusko: Preaching Under Pressure</title>
      <itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>4</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Levi Lusko: Preaching Under Pressure</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the C3 Leadership Podcast, Ed Young sits down with Pastor Levi Lusko for a candid conversation about calling, courage, and conviction in ministry. They discuss the weight of self-leadership, the discipline of preaching fresh messages week after week, and the urgency of standing boldly for truth in a culture that resists it.</p>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the C3 Leadership Podcast, Ed Young sits down with Pastor Levi Lusko for a candid conversation about calling, courage, and conviction in ministry. They discuss the weight of self-leadership, the discipline of preaching fresh messages week after week, and the urgency of standing boldly for truth in a culture that resists it.</p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>C3 Conference</author>
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      <itunes:author>C3 Conference</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>2344</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the C3 Leadership Podcast, Ed Young sits down with Pastor Levi Lusko for a candid conversation about calling, courage, and conviction in ministry. They discuss the weight of self-leadership, the discipline of preaching fresh messages week after week, and the urgency of standing boldly for truth in a culture that resists it.</p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords>c3 conference, c3 global, ed young, leadership, fellowship church, leadership podcast, pastoring, preaching, church leadership</itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>The Turning Point: The Church’s Response to Charlie Kirk, Evil Acts &amp; Turmoil In Our Nation</title>
      <itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>3</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>The Turning Point: The Church’s Response to Charlie Kirk, Evil Acts &amp; Turmoil In Our Nation</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>In this episode of the C3 Leadership Podcast, Ed Young sits down with his son-in-law Sam Kelly for a raw and urgent conversation on courage, controversy, and the uncompromising call to preach God’s Word in today’s culture. They tackle the fear many pastors face, the temptation of “soft-serve” Christianity, and the need to stand boldly for truth even when it costs followers, friends, or cultural approval.</p><p>From reflecting on the recent martyrdom of Charlie Kirk, to unpacking the reality of the gospel as both offensive and life-giving, Ed and Sam explore what it means to shepherd with conviction, confront cultural lies head-on, and replace fear with faith. They share stories of revival, personal moments of bold evangelism, and the danger of playing it safe in a world desperate for truth.</p><p>This episode is a challenge to every leader: speak boldly, live courageously, and trust God completely.</p>]]>
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      <title>Welcome To The C3 Leadership Podcast</title>
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