Hey! I’m Cory Brookins. Many know me as a broadcast & entertainment videographer, but few are aware of my faith, my deep love for Christian apologetics and all things theology. On this podcast we discuss various christian topics through a biblical lens, converse about relationships and lifestyle, and talk fragrances by mentioning the scent of the day.
Ultimately, we're having biblical conversations with a signature scent!
Cory reunites with listeners to ask a piercing question: which Jesus are we really following? Using current viral examples, personal testimony, and Scripture, he examines competing views about Jesus and warns against misleading teachings.
This episode explores basic Christology—who Jesus claims to be, what the Father declares about Him, and what Jesus taught—so listeners can recognize a biblical Jesus and avoid false versions preached in and outside the church.
Cory closes with practical questions to help you test teachings, strengthen your faith, and engage the conversation with discernment.
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30 Mar 2026
EP18 Love, Race and Reality: Let's Talk Interracial Dating
On this episode, Cory and Kanisha, also known as 'CK', explores interracial dating and marriage through personal stories, family reactions, and cultural history—especially within the Black community. They attempt to discuss triggers, stereotypes, faith perspectives, and the complexity of identity and protection.
Expect honest conversation about motives, statistics, biblical context, and practical advice.
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12 Jan 2026
EP17 You’re Talented, But What Is Your Gift?
In this episode, Cory explores the difference between natural talents and spiritual gifts, explaining how talents come from our genetics, or training while spiritual gifts are given by the Holy Spirit to build up others and glorify God.
Cory reviews key Bible passages about spiritual gifts, discusses examples like prophecy and discernment, and encourages listeners to study Scripture and seek the Holy Spirit’s guidance in discovering and using their gifts.
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8 Dec 2025
EP16 Like Father Like Son
In this heartfelt episode, Cory honors his late father. From sharing memories that shaped his faith, to life changing values and identity. He reflects on his dad’s quiet strength, his love for Christ and the turning point that shaped his manhood.
Cory also invites us to appreciate the fathers in our lives and poses a challenge for the listeners.
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17 Nov 2025
How Long Is Too Long to Wait for a Ring?
How long is too long to wait for the one you love to pop the question? In this episode of TCI, Cory and his wife, Kanisha, get real about timing, purpose, and what it means to move from dating to deciding. From real-life stories to eye-opening stats about modern Christian dating, they unpack how today’s couples are navigating love, leadership, and clarity in a culture that keeps shifting the rules. While also revisiting how they made the connection and the decision.
Because sometimes it’s not about how long you’ve been together — it’s about what you’re building while you wait.
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20 Oct 2025
When Feeling Replaces Scripture: Rethinking Pentecostalism
In this episode Cory explains an Instagram story that sparked a deeper look into being raised Pentecostal. He combines personal memories, historical context (from Parham to the Azusa Street Revival), and a call to use proper hermeneutics to distinguish description from prescription in Scripture.
The conversation covers experiences with speaking in tongues, the movement’s origins, the dangers of privileging feeling over the assurance of God’s Word, and an appeal to critical thinking and returning to scripture.
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2 Sept 2025
Are You Worshiping Your Parent's God?
Could it be true that we worship our fathers God more than the God of the bible? Is it rude to question God? What if the scriptures actually encouraged us to do the very thing our parents or loved ones shun us away from? In this episode, Cory converses about these questions and provides some feedback that brings clarity to a confusing topic.
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30 Jul 2025
WHAT IS 'THE CHOSEN INSIGHT' ?
Welcome to another episode of 'The Chosen Insight', where we delve into the pressing questions of faith, salvation, and spirituality. From why God allows suffering to whether material abundance is a sign of faith, we tackle the big questions head-on. As we approach the one-year anniversary of this podcast, host Cory Brookins shares personal stories and insights, hoping to strike a balance in the conversation about what it means to be a believer.
Join us as we discuss the nuances of living a life of faith amidst doubts and uncertainties, aiming to provide clarity and understanding. Whether you're a believer, a skeptic, or simply curious, this episode encourages open dialogue and explores the diversity of thought within the Christian faith.
And, as always, we mention the scent of the day.
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9 Jun 2025
UNLOCKING CONVERSATIONAL BALANCE: ARE YOU A MOMENT SNATCHER?
In this enlightening episode of "The Chosen Insight," Cory delves into the concept of "moment snatchers," individuals who unintentionally dominate conversations by redirecting topics back to themselves. Cory explores the professional term "conversational narcissist," shedding light on how this behavior often goes unnoticed yet affects interpersonal relationships.
Drawing fascinating parallels, Cory relates this conversational phenomenon to biblical interpretations, comparing modern-day conversational habits to the vital exegesis vs. eisegesis debate in scriptural reading. He explains how misinterpretations can occur when personal biases lead scriptural insights astray, emphasizing the importance of balancing our understanding both in conversation and spiritual study.
On this episode, discover practical solutions to foster genuine curiosity in conversations and how to apply the principle of truly listening, not just responding, in both social and spiritual contexts. Let professional insights and spiritual wisdom guide you towards building more meaningful connections and enriching your spiritual journey.
5 May 2025
THE HARDEST STEP
I had the privilege of being the guest speaker at my alma mater Kennedy-King College. I was asked to speak before the students and their family at their annual student showcase. I spoke to them about my journey into working in the television industry and I wanted to leave them with three principles that I believe will not only help them in their journey into the media world but that can also serve as key principles they can apply in life.
Although time did not allow me to elaborate on each one, I was inspired to continue that conversation here on the podcast.
PREPARATION
HABITS
CHARACTER
In order to be successful at all three of these, it requires taking the hardest step. We discuss that in detail on this episode of The Chosen InSight.
7 Apr 2025
Is It Really God's Will?
Do we want the will of God for our lives or do we tell God what we want in hopes that it matches up with his will? There is a nuance here but do Christians recognize it?
On this episode of TCI, we're conversing about a heretical statement made by a popular gospel artist about the will of God that believers are seemingly embracing without possibly knowing it.
Also, we are beginning to include the SOTD (Scent of the Day) in our episodes. The SOTD on today's episode is a combination of two; Palo Santo from the house of Cremo and Molecules 02 from the house of Escentric Molecules. Links for both are below:
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24 Feb 2025
My Decree and Declare Ain't Working!
It sounds good to speak things into existence until what we spoke never manifested. Which begs the question; is Decreeing and Declaring really for the body of Christ? We answer this question with a biblical perspective.
24 Jan 2025
Why Doesn't God Forgive Satan?
If God is love and doesn't desire to see anyone perish, why hasn't He included Satan? After all, He did create him. A random question but a meaningful reason that surprisingly includes you and I.
13 Dec 2024
Faith, Is That Really What It Is? Pt.2
On today's episode, we are finishing up our conversation from part 1 of 'FAITH; IS THAT REALLY WHAT IT IS?' As followers of Christ, we have been given faith as a gift, but could it be that this faith was given to us on credit? Was there an extra charge to our account? Let's hear the conclusion of the whole matter.
1 Nov 2024
You Smell Me?
Today's episode of TCI, Cory is sharing with us how he began his journey to fragrances and how he uses it as a tool to help communicate with others. This one is worth getting your nose on!
18 Oct 2024
Faith, Is That Really What It Is?
From the word of faith/prosperity gospel to the common motivational speakers we adore, this word faith has become used in a way that might contradict its original meaning. Today on TCI, we dig into its meaning and purpose from a biblical lens.
30 Aug 2024
Allow Me To Reintroduce Myself
On today's episode of The Chosen InSight, we're introduced to Cory and not the cameraman/media professional.
Cory gives us an introduction to how he came into the faith and a significant life altering moment that made him question some of the teachings along the way.
16 Aug 2024
Salvation, What's That Again?
On today's episode of The Chosen InSight, we're talking about Salvation. What is it? Is it necessary for life? We answer those questions and more from a biblical perspective.
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