No Sanity Required
No Sanity Required is a weekly podcast hosted by Brody Holloway and Snowbird Outfitters. Each week, we engage culture and personal stories with a Gospel-driven perspective. Our mission is to equip the Church to pierce the darkness with the light of Christ by sharing the vision, ideas, and passions God has used to carry us through 26 years of student ministry. Find more content at swoutfitters.com.
Episodes
293 episodes
The Death of Charlie Kirk | How Should Christians Respond in a Time of Darkness?
The assassination of Charlie Kirk and the murder of a Ukrainian refugee in Charlotte have shaken many, raising urgent questions about truth, persecution, and the Christian response to growing hostility. In this episode, we reflect on Charlie Ki...
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Mormonism vs. Christianity | Testimony From an Ex-Mormon
When Josh Haskell left Mormonism, he discovered the true God of the Bible was nothing like the one he'd grown up with. Now a Christian educator, Josh reveals how Mormonism uses Christian terms—like “Jesus,” “grace,” and “God”—but redefines them...
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Real Stories, Real Impact | Reading Listener Comments
In this special episode of No Sanity Required, Brody shares powerful listener stories from across the country—testimonies of lives changed, marriages formed, and families coming to Christ through the ministry. These heartfelt comments ...
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Romans 8 Unpacked | Behind the Scenes of SWO25
What happens after camp ends? Join the Snowbird teaching team as they reflect on summer, sharing insights from Romans 8 teachings and stories of transformation that occurred throughout the summer sessions. Going deeper into Rom...
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Defending Penal Substitutionary Atonement
In this bonus episode, Brody, Zach, Rob, and JB sit down to discuss penal substitutionary atonement. Some modern voices are reviving old critiques, calling the idea that Jesus bore God’s wrath on the cross abusive and outdated. At the Fall Be S...
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The Courage to Encourage | Interview with Brooke Lovingood
What does it really mean to encourage someone in a world that often tears people down? In this episode, Brooke Lovingood and Brody Holloway dive into the heart of biblical encouragement—showing that it’s more than just being nice or offering fl...
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Why I Left the Catholic Faith
In this episode, Brody talks with John, a young pastor who grew up in a devout Catholic family and later became a Protestant. He shares how his love for Scripture and desire for deeper discipleship led him to question tradition and explore new ...
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Start Strong, Run Hard, Finish Well | Finishing Faithfully
What if growing older wasn’t about slowing down, but stepping up in bold faith? In this final episode of Start Strong, Run Hard, Finish Well, we draw inspiration from Caleb in Joshua 14—who at 85 was still ready to take on giants, trus...
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Raise the Ebenezer, Remember the Savior | Beyond the Flannelgraph
In this episode, Brody unpacks the importance of remembering God's faithfulness by looking at the story in 1 Samuel—when he raised a stone of remembrance after God delivered Israel. That moment, and the phrase “Here I raise my Ebenezer,” challe...
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A Message to Our Staff | No One Drifts Toward Holiness
In this special behind-the-scenes episode, Brody shares a message to our summer staff emphasizing the importance of encouragement in ministry and they danger of drifting. Many start strong but drift from faith over time—why? Brody unpacks the r...
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No One Drifts Toward Holiness
In this episode, Brody shares how to stay anchored in Christ when life’s transitions and cultural pressures tempt us to drift. Drawing from decades of ministry experience, he unpacks the subtle warning signs of spiritual drift and offers practi...
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Watching Grace Come Full Circle
At just 18 years old, Hannah Welch found herself pregnant, scared, and under pressure to marry quickly. Desperate for guidance, she reached out to Snowbird Wilderness Outfitters—and the response altered the course of her life. In this episode, ...
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Too Far Gone? A Story of Tragedy, Hope, and Redemption
*In this episode, we talk openly about grief, death, and personal tragedy. If these topics are difficult for you, please listen with care.*In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Blake and Taylor share their journey throug...
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The Porta Potty Princess | Life as a Camp Kid
What’s it like to grow up where summer camp is home and adventure is part of everyday life? In this episode, Brody sits down with his daughter Lailee to reflect on her unique childhood as a “Snowbird kid” and pastor’s daughter. From cliff-jumpi...
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Start Strong, Run Hard, Finish Well | The Middle Miles
In Part 2 of our three-part series, we explore the “middle miles” of life—the busy decades of raising kids, building careers, and juggling growing responsibilities. How do we stay intentional and faithful in the thick of it all?Through t...
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Start Strong, Run Hard, Finish Well | The Starting Line
In this 3-part mini-series from Ecclesiastes, Brody challenges and encourages young Christians—whether you're a teen, a college student, or someone just now getting serious about your faith. Each episode unpacks a key step in your walk with Jes...
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His Glory, Our Good: Kicking Off SWO25
In this episode of No Sanity Required, Brody Holloway looks back at the first week of SWO25 and shares what really goes on behind the scenes at Snowbird Wilderness Outfitters. From a single army tent to a camp that now hosts hundreds o...
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God of Ruth, God of Now | Beyond the Flannelgraph
In this episode, Brody and JB unpack the story of Ruth and Boaz—not just a romance, but a stunning display of God’s redemptive work through unlikely people and difficult circumstances. Set in a time of chaos, Ruth’s bold loyalty and outsider st...
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Voices of SWO25 | Staff Interviews
Get a behind-the-scenes look at how the SWO staff prepares for the summer! JB chats with new and returning staff members—about why they’re giving their summer to serve. They share real stories about challenges, growth, and what it's like to be ...
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Leaving Comfort, Finding Calling | No Sanity Stories
On this episode, Brody interviews Joseph Wainwright, one of the newest members of the SWO team! Joseph’s life took a dramatic turn—from battling addiction and nearly losing his family to finding purpose in Christ and stepping into ministry. Wha...
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Where is God in the Midst of Injustice?
Listener discretion advised: This episode contains sensitive content, including discussions of abuse and assault. In this weighty episode, Brody leans into one of the hardest questions we all face: Whe...
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Shroud of Turin: Real, Relic, or Reminder?
In this episode, Brody and Rob dive into the fascinating mystery of the Shroud of Turin—a centuries-old cloth that many believe may have wrapped the body of Jesus after His crucifixion. They explore what the shroud is, some of its history, and ...
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New Book, New Staff, Same Mission
In this episode, Brody shares some exciting news and updates about the No Sanity Required book, orientation, and responding to listener emails.Brody gives a behind-the-scenes look at the recent SWO25 staff orientation, why it ma...
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Rudolf, Beethoven, and The Chainsaw Man
In this episode, Brody dives into the chilling story of Eric Robert Rudolf, the notorious fugitive who spent five years hiding in the small town of Andrews, NC, after committing multiple bombings. Brody recounts his own experiences with the man...
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How Do We Fight the Good Fight | Looking at Pauls Example
In this episode, Brody encourages listeners to stay focused, positive, and walk in the light, drawing inspiration from the life of the Apostle Paul. He reminds us that it's God’s power that saves, and we can trust Him to lead others to repentan...
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