Wretched Radio is hosted by Todd Friel. On the show, you will hear live witnessing encounters, discussions of tough theological issues, and various topics in the Christian community. You might even have a laugh.
Latest episodes
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What Christians Get Wrong When Choosing a Church | H.B. Charles
Are you looking for a faithful church—or simply a group of people you feel comfortable with? Todd and Pastor H.B. Charles discuss church diversity, worship preferences, and the kin…
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Can Christians Celebrate Halloween? + Does Porn Disqualify A Pastor? + How To Reach Universalists
It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers. Segment 1 • Can Christians celebrate Halloween? — Devon • Are nativity scenes idolatrous or blasphemous? — Beth • How…
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How to Be Gracious Without Compromising the Truth | Greg Koukl
How do you stand firm on biblical truth without turning a Gospel conversation into a fight? Todd and Greg Koukl explore how to defend your faith and handle disagreements without co…
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A Jewish Student Challenges God’s Justice + A Christian Struggles to Say Buddhism Is Wrong
It’s Witness Wednesday! At Georgia Tech, Todd meets a Christian who is reluctant to call other religions wrong, a Jewish student who sees no need for a Savior, and a believer put o…
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The Chosen Actor Backs Talarico & Church Choir Sings Backstreet Boys
An actor from The Chosen endorses a pro-abortion candidate, and a church choir sings the Backstreet Boys. Todd examines what both reveal, and also considers how we preach God’s wra…
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Andy Stanley Is Stepping Down + When Parents Stay Silent On Modesty
Andy Stanley just announced he’s leaving his senior pastor role at North Point—but who votes on his successor at a church with no formal membership? Todd examines church membership…
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Why Christians Believe Conspiracies + My Church Is Using Beth Moore + Answered Prayer or Coincidence?
It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers. Segment 1 • How do I respond when family blames my pain on a lack of faith? — Anna • Should a Baptist attend a Luthera…
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Paul Washer on What Your Evangelism Is Missing + Who Is Shaping Your Kids?
Is your Gospel presentation missing something essential? Todd shares Paul Washer’s approach to evangelism, then examines who is shaping your kids’ beliefs and whether a Christian s…
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Confronting an Atheist Evangelist + A Baptist Tries to Earn Heaven
It’s Witness Wednesday! At Georgia State University, Todd talks with the president of the communist club, a student comparing religions, and a Baptist hoping to earn heaven. Segmen…
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Why Protestants Turn to Rome + Does the Book of Enoch Belong in Your Bible?
Rome promises history, unity, and authority, but do those claims hold up? Todd examines Dave Stotts’s conversion to Catholicism, the controversy over Enoch, and why Christians look…
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John Mark Comer’s Spiritual Retreat + Should Christians Practice Mindfulness?
Spiritual trends come and go. How do you spot the ones your church should avoid? Todd examines claims of hearing from God, mindfulness, Christian nationalism, and the debate over c…
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Can You Listen to Bethel Music? + Will You Miss Marriage in Heaven? + Are Images of God Idolatrous?
It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers. Segment 1 • How can I find comfort knowing there won’t be marriage in heaven? — Anonymous • My boyfriend and I attend…
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Before a Pastor Falls: Warning Signs Your Church Shouldn’t Ignore
Todd sits down with Dr. Jerry Wragg to tackle a troubling question: Why do pastors keep falling into scandal, and what can your church do before it's too late? Segment 1 • Why are…
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Why Do People Really Reject God? + The Gospel in Just One Sentence
It’s Witness Wednesday! Todd is at Georgia State University, talking with students about guilt, judgment, and the real reason people reject God. Segment 1 • Deshaun accuses Todd of…
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Toys R Us Is Back Because of Adults + Is TikTok Making You Dumber?
Todd and Jimmy have a stack of stories guaranteed to raise your blood pressure. Which one deserves the title of “most agitating”? Segment 1 • Can James Talarico’s liberal policies…
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Did They Really Find Noah’s Ark + Do You Need Proof The Bible Is True?
Did they really find Noah’s Ark—or are Christians getting ahead of the evidence? Todd looks at the latest claims, what they actually prove, and why your confidence in Scripture sho…
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Church Cliques + Female Pastors + Would You Deny Christ to Save Someone?
Church can be messy. Todd tackles what happens when you feel invisible at church, disagree with your spouse on a major theological issue, or face a moral dilemma where someone else…
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Are You Fighting Over the Wrong Doctrines?
Greg Gifford fills in for Todd to tackle a problem that can quietly divide a church: treating every disagreement like it carries the same biblical weight. Which truths demand a fig…
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Todd & Greg Face Tough Questions From College Students
It’s Witness Wednesday! Todd Friel and Greg Gifford take questions from college students who aren’t afraid to ask about the issues Christians actually wrestle with—from therapy and…
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Are We Overcomplicating Missions? + Do Missionaries Need Formal Training? + Are Parents Discouraging Missions?
Greg Gifford fills in for Todd to rethink some common assumptions about missions. Who should go, how should they prepare, and could Christians be making the whole thing more compli…