Talks with Gallagher

About Talks with Gallagher

Having conversations that inspire and empower emerging and seasoned leaders, John Gallagher brings together spiritual pioneers and business innovators from around the globe. Each episode dives into transformational stories and timeless wisdom—whether you’re pursuing spiritual depth or marketplace impact, this podcast equips you with tools to grow into who you’re meant to be. Visit talkswithgallagher.com (https://talkswithgallagher.com) for more information and support the future of this podcast. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/talks-with-gallagher--6106098/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/talks-with-gallagher--6106098/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

Publisher

John Gallagher

Category

business · education · religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

20 Jun 2020

Latest episode

8 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

214 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   8 Oct 2026

   #214 | Prayer, Fasting & Intimacy With God | DeAndre Berry

   Is your prayer life bringing you closer to God—or have you become comfortable with a routine? DeAndre Berry joins Talks with Gallagher for an honest conversation about prayer, fasting, and developing a deeper relationship with God.With more than a decade of experience in prayer ministry, including nearly four years as a Prayer Director, DeAndre shares how prayer became his lifeline—shaping his character, transforming his desires, and helping him discover purpose beyond his career in media.Together, we explore the importance of prayer for the believer and the church, moving beyond a list of requests, and staying open to the Holy Spirit—even in the areas where we feel spiritually strongest.In this episode, we discuss: Developing a prayer life rooted in devotion and intimacy with God. Understanding intercessory prayer and the value of praying together. Finding room for both persistent prayer and silence in God’s presence. The role of fasting, consecration, and spiritual discipline. Recognizing when convenience is influencing our obedience. Growing through discipleship, Christian community, and personal conviction. Connecting prayer with compassion, reconciliation, and justice beyond church walls. DeAndre also introduces his prayer album, “Blitz: The Watchman’s Response,” and shares the vision behind Unified Chicago, a prayer movement focused on racial and denominational reconciliation and solutions for marginalized communities.Whether you’re seeking to deepen your personal prayer life or serving in church prayer ministry, this conversation invites you to examine not just how you pray, but how prayer shapes the way you live.Follow Talks with Gallagher for more conversations about faith, purpose, and living out what you believe. Share this episode with someone who wants to grow closer to God. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/talks-with-gallagher--6106098/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/talks-with-gallagher--6106098/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss). Visit talkswithgallagher.com (https://talkswithgallagher.com) for more information and support the future of this podcast. Want to be a guest on Talks with Gallagher? Send John Gallagher a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/talkswithgallagher

2. 

   3 Oct 2026

   #213 | Lisa Hoyer on Faith, Chronic Illness & Emotional Healing

   When health challenges change everything, where do you find the strength to keep going? In this episode of Talks with Gallagher, John Gallagher welcomes Lisa Hoyer for a candid conversation about chronic illness, faith, trauma, and whole-person wellness. Lisa shares her experience navigating a severe antibiotic reaction, mold-related illness, Lyme disease, and cancer—and how that journey inspired her to pursue education in herbalism, homeopathy, functional medicine health coaching, and the Root Cause Protocol. Together, John and Lisa discuss her perspective on the relationship between emotional well-being and physical health, the importance of supportive community, and why forgiveness can be a process rather than a single moment. Lisa also guides John through a short breathing and affirmation exercise. At the heart of the conversation is a message of encouragement: your struggles do not define your worth, and you do not have to face them alone. 00:00 Opening preview 01:08 Introducing Lisa Hoyer 02:07 Her personal health journey 04:01 From health challenges to starting a practice 06:58 Lisa’s training and credentials 09:04 Emotions, beliefs & wellness 12:05 Her approach to client health histories 14:09 Faith, perseverance & supportive relationships 19:09 Words, identity & personal beliefs 24:56 Trauma, emotional healing & feeling safe 31:08 Self-compassion and identity 36:39 Forgiveness and moving forward 42:08 Community and encouragement 44:08 Guided breathing and affirmation exercise 48:19 Stress, minerals & an audience question 54:57 Lisa’s practice and a client experience 59:32 Final encouragement Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/talks-with-gallagher--6106098/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/talks-with-gallagher--6106098/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss). Visit talkswithgallagher.com (https://talkswithgallagher.com) for more information and support the future of this podcast. Want to be a guest on Talks with Gallagher? Send John Gallagher a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/talkswithgallagher

3. 

   28 Sept 2026

   #212 | Why Dinner Went from 90 Minutes to 12 (And How to Fix It) with Ian Simkins

   In a culture addicted to screens, speed, and echo chambers, something sacred has slipped away: the simple act of gathering across a table with people face to face. On this episode of Talks with Gallagher, John sits down with his longtime friend and fellow Judson University alumnus Ian Simkins, lead pastor of The Bridge Church outside Nashville and author of the new book "Every Table an Altar: Reclaiming Connection in a World of Division, Distraction, and Loneliness." Ian unpacks why dinnertime in America dropped from 90 minutes to under 12, how an eye condition turned into an encounter in northern India, and why Jesus chose controversial dinner tables over auditorium stages to change the world. What We Cover in This Episode: • The Judson University chapel message that started a 16-year connection • The 90-to-12-minute collapse of family dinner and what it costs our kids • Face-to-face healing: how Ian’s vulnerability in an Indian orphanage changed his view of presence • Luke 14 hospitality: why Jesus calls us to sit with people who can never pay us back • "That’s how an ax murderer talks": Ian’s late-night IHOP love story with his wife, Katie • Rethinking communion: shifting from a funeral memorial to a future celebration • A pastoral prayer for the lonely, singles, and families fighting for connection Connect with Pastor Ian Simkins: • Book: "Every Table an Altar" (available at major retailers and on Amazon) • Website: https://iansimkins.com • The Bridge Church: https://bridge.tv • Instagram: https://instagram.com/iansimkins Connect with Talks with Gallagher: • Subscribe on Apple Podcasts & Spotify • Follow on YouTube & Social Media: @TalkswithGallagher Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/talks-with-gallagher--6106098/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/talks-with-gallagher--6106098/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss). Visit talkswithgallagher.com (https://talkswithgallagher.com) for more information and support the future of this podcast. Want to be a guest on Talks with Gallagher? Send John Gallagher a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/talkswithgallagher

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

12 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

13 ratings

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