Unashamed with the Robertson Family

A former elite Hells Angels enforcer gets real about how his search for family and freedom eventually landed him in prison. Joby Walters recounts recruiting the undercover ATF agent he unknowingly helped bring into the club, the armed standoff with police that finally forced him to surrender, and literally fighting for his right to preach in prison. Jase spots some unexpected Uncle Si tendencies in Joby’s storytelling, while Al finds surprising parallels between Joby’s past and Phil’s life before Christ. Joby explains how leaving the Hells Angels behind and writing his new book Cut Free gave him an...

Born without arms or legs, global evangelist and motivational speaker Nick Vujicic opens up to Jase, Al, and Zach about growing up convinced he might never have a future or a meaningful life. He recounts reaching his darkest point at just 10 years old and the realization years later that completely changed how he viewed his circumstances, purpose, and unanswered prayers. Nick also looks back on his unforgettable appearance on “The Oprah Winfrey Show,” becoming a husband and father of four, and taking his story around the world. The guys dig into the message behind his new documentary, No Limbs, No L...

Matthew West looks back on the career advice that told him to be more of a “rock star,” a mold he knew he didn’t want to fit. He recounts touring with Willie Robertson, quickly realizing who the real celebrity was, and finding humor in some deeply humbling moments along the way. Matthew opens up to Jase, Al, and Zach about his brother’s long battle with addiction, the prayers that seem to go unanswered, and why his song and devotional book Don’t Stop Praying grew out of his own need for a deeper prayer life. The guys dig into s...

The Dasher family gets a full-circle surprise when Zach’s son and daughter land a dream gig opening for Hank Williams Jr., the same artist who soundtracked Zach and Jill’s first date. Jase, Al, and Zach also challenge the divide between “sacred” and “secular,” arguing that faith should shape the way people work, create, serve, and relate to others in every part of life. The guys dig into why disagreement so often turns into alienation and why burning every bridge over differences can do more harm than good. 

In this episode: James 5:7-11; James 4:11; J...

Al, Zach, Christian, and John Luke dig into The Odyssey, comparing Christopher Nolan’s interpretation with Homer’s original, from the diminished role of the Greek gods to Penelope’s complicated fight to preserve her family and kingdom. They explore Telemachus’ struggle to grow up without his father and the stark contrast between men who build and protect and those who simply live off what others have built. The guys ultimately contrast Odysseus’ long journey home with Christianity’s radically different picture of God bringing his people home.

In this episode: Judges; 1 Samuel; Job; Daniel 2; Da...

Miss Kay gets a taste of the old Robertson river days when Jase brings her a dove dinner that stirs up some emotional memories. Jase also has a message for the global warming alarmists after one brutally hot morning sends him down an unexpected rabbit hole about the deadliest killer on Earth. The guys decide who in the Robertson family is the worst offender when it comes to interrupting and not listening to each other. Jase, Al, and Zach wrap up with James, Ecclesiastes, and Philippians as they dig into contentment, wealth, self-reliance, and what it really means to...

Movie & TV stars Carlos and Alexa PenaVega open up about finding faith at some of the lowest points in their lives and putting their marriage ahead of Hollywood expectations. They share a candid discussion with Jase, Al, and Zach about why Hollywood and the heartland of America often seem worlds apart when it comes to authenticity, family values, and understanding what audiences actually want. They also reflect on the devastating loss of their daughter and the supernatural peace they experienced through grief, while Al connects their story to the Robertson family’s own transformation. 

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‘The Chosen’ actor Elijah Alexander opens up about the powerful first words fellow actor Jonathan Roumie spoke to him off camera and how they helped launch his journey to Jesus. Raised Jewish, Elijah tells Jase, Al, and Zach how playing the Roman Atticus eventually led him from searching for God to becoming a disciple and getting baptized on set. He also reflects on his lifelong love of biblical storytelling and his role as King Nebuchadnezzar in the upcoming film Daniel and the Fiery Furnace.

In this episode: 1 John 4:7; Acts 17:26-27; Matthew 28:19; Romans 8:28; John 1:38

Jase, Al, and Zach challenge the way we think about success, judgment, and having life all figured out. The guys push back on the “don’t judge me” culture, drawing a line between hypocritical judgment, healthy accountability, and calling out what’s wrong without playing God. Jase points to James’ sobering reminder that life moves fast and that money, plans, and worldly success can create a dangerous illusion of control. Plus, Zach learns that Unashamed Nation has definitely chosen sides in his ongoing rivalry with Jase.

In this episode: James 3:15; James 4:1-17; James 5:1-6, 16; Titus 3; M...

Phil once confronted a man who was pretending to be part of the Robertson family for personal gain, and his method of calling him out was pure Phil. John Luke revisits a bizarre faith-healing claim involving a supposedly regrown body part and wrestle with the danger of confusing blind belief with biblical faith. The guys dig into Abraham, Job, David, and Solomon to show why faith and reason are not enemies, and why a life centered on yourself eventually collapses. They conclude with a simple idea: human beings flourish when they begin with God instead of self.

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Zach’s bizarre dream about getting canceled for his beliefs takes an unexpected Phil Robertson turn and launches the guys into a deep dive through Daniel, Revelation, and the kingdom of God. Al, Jase, and Zach trace an ancient timeline that may pinpoint the exact timing of God’s kingdom and make a prophecy of their own. The guys wrestle with the identity of the fourth man in the fire, why ego can blind people to truth, and challenge one of the biggest assumptions Christians make about the end times.

In this episode: Hebrews 10:19, 22, 35; Dani...

The Lindsay Clancy case sparks a heated debate in some circles as the guys wrestle with mental illness, personal responsibility, and whether modern culture has become too quick to diagnose away evil. Jase and Al draw on their own family’s experience with mental illness, while Zach reflects on his years working in pharmaceutical sales and questions how America approaches mental health treatment. Jase turns to Genesis and James to make the biblical case for justice and accountability, even when compassion is warranted. 

In this episode: Matthew 28; Genesis 6; Genesis 9:1-5; Proverbs; James 4:10-17; James 5:1-6...

Dr. Frank Turek confronts a culture where even basic truths about sex, life, and reality have become political battlegrounds. Al, Jase, Zach, and Dr. Turek reflect on his eyewitness account of Charlie Kirk’s murder, the recent trial of his alleged killer, and the surge of evangelistic urgency that came afterward,  His new book, The War on Reality, ties these cultural battles together by arguing that people can deny reality, suppress it, and rename it, but they can never defeat it.

In this episode: John 3:16, 19-21; John 8; John 18:37-38; Romans 1; Romans 13; Genesis 1

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John Luke opens up about deconstructing his faith after years of hearing Christians use the Bible to defend conflicting ideas. Al and Christian wrestle with a local tragedy of a child’s unexpected death and the questions it raises about grief, justice, and God’s presence. The guys trace the rise of “my truth” back through the Enlightenment, naturalism, and the split between faith and reason, then consider whether artificial intelligence could be ushering in another massive shift in how people understand truth. 

In this episode: Psalm 139; Acts 17; Daniel 3:17-18; Jeremiah 20; Isaiah 55:8-11; Isaiah 1:18; Genesis 2...

Christian artist Ben Fuller opens up about the secret addiction that followed him all the way to Nashville, even as he began building the music career he thought would finally make him happy. Ben recounts the devastating loss that forced him to confront where his life was headed and the unexpected church invitation that changed everything. Jase, Al, and Zach connect Ben’s story to their own experiences with Phil, fatherhood, and growing up in a generation where men rarely expressed affection. Ben also reveals the recent breakthrough with his dad that finally gave him the words he wanted to...

John Cooper of Skillet recruits the Robertsons for his plan to reclaim music and culture for Jesus. John reflects on meeting Phil during his Alzheimer’s journey and learning Skillet’s music helped inspire a Duck Commander cameraman’s dramatic transformation. Jase, Al, and Zach also compare Skillet’s path through Christian rock with the criticism the Robertsons faced on ‘Duck Dynasty,’ while exploring anxiety, identity, and the enemy’s distortion of God’s creation.

In this episode: John 14:15; Luke 15:4; John 4:10-14; Colossians 3:23; 1 Samuel 16:23; John 10:10; Galatians 5:1; Psalm 34:8; Genesis 1:27; Genesis 4:21; Psalm 127:1

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Todd Lollar has lived with cerebral palsy his entire life, but the Robertsons see in him the same relentless fire for Jesus that defined Phil. Todd opens up about the moment he stopped viewing his weakness as something holding him back and began seeing it as a place for God’s power to work through him. Jase and Al reflect on the emptiness of worldly success, the cost of openly following Jesus, and why Christians shouldn’t wait for people to walk into a church before bringing the Gospel to them. Todd gets an emotional surprise reunion with longtime frie...

Korie Robertson is taking steps to restore something generationally important that many modern families seem to have lost: the intentional work of keeping families connected. She puts a name to that work — “kinkeeping” — as the guys and Korie look at the Robertson family’s own traditions and the importance of passing faith, stories, and family life forward. Jase opens up about missing Phil daily, why working the family land still makes him feel close, and teaming up with Willie to give Zach a hard time over a squabble that becomes a full-fledged family pile-on.

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Christian reflects on inherited ideas about salvation and the questions that arose when his beliefs didn’t match his life. The guys explore justification, sanctification, and glorification, and why salvation is more than simply getting into heaven. They also challenge caricatures of opposing traditions and consider how Catholics and Protestants can find common ground despite theological differences.

In this episode: Philippians 2:1–5; Colossians 2:13–15; 1 Corinthians 15:1–2; 1 Peter 2:5, 9; John 6:51; Genesis 1:28; 1 Thessalonians 4:3, 7; Romans 6:19; 2 Thessalonians 2:13; 1 Peter 1:2; Hebrews 10:26–29; John 16; Philippians 2:10–11

Today’s conversation is about Lesson 8 of Theology 101: The Western Theological Tradition taught by various Hillsdale Professors. Ta...

Miss Kay’s famous banana pudding sends all the Robertsons running as Al’s daughter, Anna, recreates the family recipe and sparks a late-night rush for a taste. The guys swap memories tied to Dolly Parton, from childhood family traditions to the kind of old-school American culture that still feels frozen in time. Al and Zach reflect on why certain songs, foods, and places can bring decades of memories rushing back, while Jase gets unexpectedly sentimental about what first drew him to Missy. The guys explore the fleeting nature of life and the hope Christians have in the face of l...

Jep Robertson’s surprising new chapter has Al reflecting on how far his youngest brother has come, from a season marked by drugs and fear to using his story to encourage others. Zach gets a bizarre notice from the IRS, and Jase and Al revisit their sketchiest childhood job that put them face-to-face with black widows, ant beds, and more danger than most kids ever face. The guys dig into James and Proverbs to make the case that biblical wisdom is something you live, not just something you know, and that God’s jealousy is rooted in covenant love, grac...

Max and Laela, Zach’s eldest children and the duo behind Dasher the Band, open up about the whirlwind of life on the road, from the unexpected phone call that landed them a tour with Larry Fleet to figuring out how to protect their marriages, stay accountable, and keep their faith at the center as new opportunities come their way. Zach, Jase, and Al reflect on building something bigger than yourself and why keeping family close may be one of the best defenses against losing yourself as success grows. Max and Laela bring the conversation full circle with a sp...

Willie’s questions about the old Robertson property send Al deep into family history and uncover details about the family’s earliest years that even Willie never fully knew. Jase, Al, and Zach look back on the Robertson family’s famously argumentative style and why their fights, however heated, don’t turn into lasting grudges. Jase and Zach also find themselves analyzing their own family backgrounds through a new men’s group, while the conversation turns to why Christians can get distracted by theological arguments and miss the larger purpose of the Gospel. 

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Martin Luther’s outrage over a corrupt church selling indulgences helped ignite the Reformation, but the beliefs that grew out of that upheaval still shape Christianity centuries later. Zach, Al, John Luke, and Christian trace Luther’s struggle with righteousness through Romans, his controversial problem with the book of James, and the tension between faith and works that Christians still wrestle with today. The guys confront the limits of human understanding, exploring whether our obsession with certainty leads us to argue over mysteries we were never equipped to solve.

In this episode: Romans 1:16-17, 20; Roma...

A surprising comparison between pornography and marriage reframes the conversation around sex, beauty, and what can only be understood over the course of a faithful life. Jase, Al, and Zach connect that idea to the difference between what looks good in the moment and what actually leads to life, tracing the pattern from Eden to Solomon to the book of James. Jase also recounts the bizarre moment uninvited visitors made it through his security setup and wound up getting an unexpected message about Jesus and the resurrection.

In this episode: 1 Peter 3, verse 15; James 3, verses 13–18; 1 Co...

Jase, Al, and Zach look ahead to the AI age and consider why it could make one decidedly old-school part of life more valuable than ever. The guys connect that idea to the family’s unconventional relationship with the global church, debating accountability, community, and whether Christians have become too comfortable consuming church instead of living out their faith together. Plus, Zach gets Randy Travis’ attention with a viral rendition of “I Told You So,” and Jase channels a little Phil Robertson spirit while sizing up an unsuspecting banker.

In this episode: James 1, verses 5–6; James 1, v...

Country music star Jordan Davis traces the surprising ways his life was connected to the Robertsons long before they ever met, from growing up on Phil’s Duck Commander videos and hearing him preach as a kid to making “Unashamed” part of his faith journey. Jordan opens up to Jase, Al, and Zach about the years he struggled to make it in Nashville, the wake-up call from his wife that forced him to rethink life on the road, and how becoming a husband and father changed the way he approaches fame, music, and the people in his audience. The guys d...

The abortion debate takes an unexpected turn as Jase, Al, and Zach challenge the language surrounding pregnancy, choice, and what culture has stopped treating as a blessing. Jase connects that to Mia’s diagnosis before birth and the perspective shift that changed how he and Missy faced what was ahead without minimizing the difficulty. The guys draw a provocative line between idolatry, sexual immorality, “open marriage,” and what happens when reverence for human life starts to erode. 

In this episode: Jeremiah 19, verses 3–4; Jeremiah 22, verses 3–5; James 1, verses 26–27; James 2, verse 8; James 3, verse 9; James 4, verse 2; James 5, verses 5, 9, 13–20; 1 Kings 11, verse...

Zach opens up about the crisis of faith that left him questioning whether Christianity was true at all, including the terrifying question that shook him to his core. His awakening to the role of reason in faith leads the guys to put the modern “my truth” mindset to the test and challenge what happens when personal belief becomes more powerful than reality. Al sets the record straight in a decades-old Robertson brotherly squabble about the summer 7-year-old Al was put in charge of his younger brothers while Willie recovered from a serious injury. 

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Korie joins Al, Jase, and Zach to clear the air around the time “Duck Dynasty” producers bleeped her unnecessarily, the battle against manufactured family drama, and her biggest struggle with Hollywood producers. Korie also opens up about the next chapter she and Willie are building through movies, podcasts, and a new family-friendly streaming platform. The guys relive the surprising ways entertainment has shaped how people wrestle with faith, forgiveness, and hope, and Korie shares about her life with 11 grandkids, 20 years of Buck Commander, and the next generation of Robertsons carrying on family traditions.

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Phil Robertson’s voice returns to the conversation in an unexpected way, giving Jase and Al a fresh perspective on the message their dad spent years preaching. Al reflects on the complicated spiritual timing of his relationship with Phil and the gift of finally getting to serve alongside him in his later years. The guys turn to the book of Job, the fear of the Lord, and the role of Satan, pushing back on the idea that the devil has power over our choices. 

In this episode: Hebrews 2, verses 14–15; Hebrews 5, verse 7; James 2, verse 19; James 4, verse...

Jase heads into deep-blue territory expecting one thing and finds thousands of people who don’t fit the political stereotype, sparking a conversation about Christianity’s tendency to thrive under pressure. Kyle Thompson, host of “Undaunted Life” and “The Daily Blade,” joins the guys to confront the male loneliness crisis that leaves too many men surrounded by buddies but without anyone they can truly call when life falls apart. The guys also look at why real brotherhood requires accountability, investment, and the willingness to be known rather than simply appearing strong.

In this episode: Genesis 1, v...

Al, Jase, and Zach take a fresh look at the expectations placed on women through the story of two very different sisters, including what happens when one steps outside the role her culture expected. The guys wrestle with the double standards people create for different personalities and why being “wired differently” never excuses jealousy, control, selfish ambition, or a bad attitude. They also look back at Phil’s first reaction to the idea of podcasting—a story that may make a lot more sense once the original “lost” episodes that eventually became “Unashamed” start dropping soon. 

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Christian, John Luke, Zach, and Al dig into one of Christianity’s oldest debates: whether righteousness comes from human effort or the grace of God. John Luke opens up about spending years trying to be “good enough,” only to realize that discipline and good habits could never replace a real relationship with God. Plus, Christian learns that Jase has apparently started blaming him for a few new studio grievances.

In this episode: Matthew 5, verse 48; Psalm 136; James 2, verse 17; 1 Corinthians 15, verses 1–2; Romans 7, verses 24–25; John 17, verse 3; Ephesians 2, verse 8; Romans 5, verses 2 and 5; 1 Corinthians 13, verse 13

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Jase remembers the priceless moment Phil quoted one of his favorite verses, only to double-check the Bible when Jase added the terms and conditions that came next. Jase, Al, and Zach also honor the life of longtime mentor Jim McGuiggan and reflect on the responsibility of carrying forward the faith, wisdom, and example of the great men and women who came before them. Their study of James turns to the kind of heavenly wisdom that trades pride, retaliation, and hidden agendas for purity, peace, gentleness, mercy, and sincere relationships.

In this episode: James 3, verses 13–18; Ma...

Jase learns that his advice may have been the final straw for a young couple, but he stands by his guidance. Zach’s confiscation of a lost and found pair of sunglasses sparks a funny lesson about why parenting doesn’t end when children grow up, move away, or get married. The guys turn to James 3 to examine how selfish ambition, hidden motives, and the need to win can quietly destroy marriages and other relationships. The guys also consider the “irony of Jesus,” a carpenter who showed little interest in buildings because he came to build his church and bring Go...

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Jase, Al, and Zach examine Dr. Anthony Fauci’s Senate “testimony” as a sobering warning about pride, self-preservation, and the danger of your own words catching up with you. The guys connect his public silence and private statements to James’ teaching on the tongue, showing how words can expose what is really driving the heart. Zach also offers a provocative Christian “prenup” idea as an example o...

Jase, Al, and Zach trace the roots of socialism, scarcity, and abortion back to a worldview that rejects God’s design for humanity. Zach argues that socialism runs against the Biblical command to cultivate, create, and expand, while Jase connects that same survival mindset to ancient child sacrifice and the modern lie that children are liabilities. Al examines Jesus’ warnings about Gehenna and shows how the Bible ties justice to the way people treat those made in God’s image.

In this episode: Genesis 1:28; Genesis 3:15; Jeremiah 17:27; Isaiah 66:24; Matthew 1:1; Matthew 1:18-19; Mark 9:42-50; Luke 1:14; John 1:1, 14; Romans 9:5; Ephesians 2:1-3; Ja...

Al, Zach, Christian, and John Luke examine why the Trinity is far more than an abstract theological debate and why the Gospel depends on Jesus being fully God. The guys trace the ancient dispute over Arius, the Council of Nicaea, and the scriptural language Christians have used to preserve the truth about the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Zach recounts Phil’s unforgettable one-liner response while standing in the ruins of Zeus’s temple. Hear from Phil himself about what it was like to stand among the ruins of fallen gods at https://youtu.be/uzC_Qf6t2HM?si=u...

Zach’s teenage son, Bear, joins Jase, Al, and Zach for an honest look at the pornography, absent fathers, and spiritual confusion affecting his generation. Bear proves how standing openly for Jesus helped other young men at his school step forward in faith, and he reflects on the godly mentors who strengthened his relationship with Christ. The guys consider how families can break destructive generational patterns, why Solomon’s legacy warns believers to finish strong, and how Phil Robertson’s preaching still points young people toward the only source of true peace of mind.

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