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This week on Who Gave Jeff Allen a Podcast?, Jeff and Carollynn sit down with best-selling author, mental health expert, and nationally syndicated host Dr. John Delony for a brutally honest and powerfully freeing conversation.

Together, they dig into the stories we tell ourselves—the ones that keep us stuck in shame, anxiety, fear, and broken relationships. Dr. Delony shares his own journey from panic attacks and burnout to freedom, clarity, and emotional health. If you’ve ever struggled with being the “hero,” the “fixer,” or just the one who keeps it all together, this episode will speak directly to your soul.

Topics Covered:

• Why anxiety isn’t just a diagnosis—it’s a signal
• The power of replacing lies with truth
• Jeff’s take on therapy (and John’s take on Jeff’s take)
• Healing generational trauma—and why silence isn’t strength
• How we can be free to feel, fail, and finally rest

This episode will make you laugh, think, (and yes, again, maybe cry)—but it will definitely challenge the way you see your own story.

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This week on Who Gave Jeff Allen a Podcast?, Jeff and Carollynn sit down with Michele Pillar—three-time Grammy-nominated singer, speaker, and author of Untangled: The Truth Will Set You Free for one of the most powerful and raw conversations yet.

From the outside, Michele had it all: chart-topping music, industry acclaim, and a platform to share her faith. But behind the scenes, she was spiritually unraveling. This episode covers her incredible journey from childhood trauma and perfectionism, through moral failure and cancelation, to a miraculous moment where Jesus literally sat beside her on the edge of the bed—and began to untangle her life thread by thread.

🎯 In This Episode:

• The story behind her fall from Christian music and how she survived public shame
• Why forgiveness is more than a choice—it’s a miracle
• How she found healing from childhood abuse, anxiety, and abandonment
• The unforgettable image of Jesus and a ball of tangled string
• How she now helps women shed shame through her “Clothesline Conference” ministry

If you’ve ever struggled with shame, perfectionism, or feeling too far gone, this conversation is a stunning reminder that nothing is too tangled for God to redeem.

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What’s it like to live a double life for decades—and keep your faith intact? This week Jeff and Carollynn host one of the most jaw-dropping interviews yet with retired FBI Special Agent Scott Payne.

With 28 years in law enforcement (including 23 in the FBI), Scott shares unfiltered stories from his time infiltrating outlaw motorcycle gangs, white supremacist groups, and murder-for-hire rings. It’s a raw, riveting conversation about loyalty, spiritual warfare, and the toll undercover work takes on the soul. From violence and betrayal to brotherhood and grace, this episode is a ride you won’t forget.

🎯 Topics Covered:

• How Scott became “Pale Horse” and infiltrated America’s most dangerous circles
• The spiritual cost of living undercover—and how faith helped him survive
• PTSD, marriage, and the emotional fallout of undercover work
• Why the first responder community is in crisis, and what Scott’s doing about it
• A powerful conversation on redemption, brotherhood, and mental health

Guest Scott Payne:

Scott Payne is a retired FBI Special Agent with 28 years of experience investigating high-risk cases involving drug trafficking organizations, human traffickers, outlaw motorcycle gangs, public corruption, and domestic terrorism. He served as a SWAT operator, firearms instructor, and undercover operations trainer. Known for his calm intensity and deep faith, Scott now speaks and writes about the tension between justice and grace. He lives in the Southeast with his wife, two daughters, and a couple of loyal dogs.

🔗 SOCIAL LINKS
🐦 X (Twitter): @Scott_D_Payne
📸 Instagram: @scottpaynebigcountry
💼 LinkedIn: Scott Payne on LinkedIn

📚 SCOTT'S BOOK:
Code Name: Pale Horse : How I went Undercover To Expose America's Nazis by Scott Payne and Michelle Shephard
🔗 Simon & Schuster Book Link

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What happens when two globally recognized artists walk away from the spotlight to find peace, purpose, and each other?

In this episode of Who Gave Jeff Allen a Podcast?, Jeff and Carollynn sit down with Rebecca St. James—Grammy-winning Christian music icon—and her husband Cubbie Fink, founding member of Foster the People. Together, they open up about burnout, identity, fame, healing from trauma, the beauty of unconditional love, and what it really means to follow God when the lights go out.

From stories behind Unsung Hero, the new film about Rebecca’s family, to Cubbie’s raw testimony of finding freedom after childhood trauma, this episode is powerful, funny, honest—and deeply moving.

🎙️ In This Episode:
✅ Why Rebecca walked away from music—and how God brought her back
✅ The night Cubbie gave his life to Jesus… and the vision that followed
✅ Behind-the-scenes moments from Unsung Hero (including what’s real and what’s “creative license”)
✅ Honest talk about parenting, therapy, and the fear of never being enough
✅ The moment Jeff’s credit cards got declined—right after being recognized in public

This one’s full of laughter, love, and the kind of faith that’s forged in the fire.

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This week, Jeff and Carollynn welcome investigator and Anti-Predator Project co-founder Trent Steele for a powerful conversation about human trafficking in America. With deep insight from years of frontline experience, Trent shares how trafficking really happens, the surprising ways victims are lured, and what law enforcement and nonprofits are doing to rescue and restore lives.

From gut-wrenching rescue stories to the invisible chains that keep people trapped, this episode is emotional, eye-opening, and deeply hopeful. You'll also hear how Jeff and Trent first connected—and why this mission matters so much to Jeff’s comedy tour.

Warning: This episode discusses topics that may be emotionally intense, including human trafficking and exploitation. Listener discretion is advised.

Learn more or donate at antipredatorproject.org

https://www.instagram.com/anti_predator_org/

https://www.facebook.com/APPInvestigations/

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This week on Who Gave Jeff Allen a Podcast?, Jeff and Carollynn sit down with Stephen Bargatze — master magician, comedian, and one of Jeff’s longtime friends — for a conversation full of laughs, unbelievable stories, and deep reflections on faith and perseverance.

Stephen shares how a childhood injury, a rebellious streak, and an unexpected encounter with magic shaped the course of his life and career. From hilarious on-stage disasters to moments of grace that changed everything, this episode is packed with comedy, inspiration, and a few behind-the-scenes secrets you won’t want to miss.

🎙️ In This Episode:
✅ How Stephen's childhood accident and family life pushed him toward performing
✅ The unexpected start of his magic career (hint: it wasn’t glamorous)
✅ Wild stories from touring and performing at schools, churches, and big stages
✅ Honest conversations about faith, healing, and staying grounded in an unpredictable world
✅ Jeff and Stephen swap favorite on-stage mishaps

A funny, heartwarming episode about small beginnings, second chances, and the magic that happens when you refuse to quit.

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Actress, writer, and faith-filled firecracker Candace Kirkpatrick joins Jeff and Carollynn for a wildly funny, deeply reflective, and utterly inspiring conversation that spans everything from playing football on camera to being raised by a Pepsi-loving Elvis impersonator turned pastor.

From stories on set with Jeff filming My Seven Grandmas, to her journey through acting school in NYC, to the very real tensions of holding faith and career in the same hand—this episode is equal parts joy and soul-searching.

Candace opens up about her upbringing, the challenge of balancing purpose with paycheck, and the spiritual battles that come with choosing obedience over compromise in Hollywood. Oh—and wait for the moment when she drops that her dad was literally Elvis.

🎙️ In This Episode:

✅ Acting with integrity in a tough industry
✅ Why Jeff almost couldn’t "bury his dog" one more time on set
✅ The life-changing moment Candace said no to a role for her faith
✅ Jeff’s dream to star in a Western (hint: someone send this to Taylor Sheridan)
✅ The struggle—and strength—of knowing whose you are
✅ Finding grace in the grind, whether it’s comedy, casting, or career choices

If you’ve ever wondered whether God cares about the little dreams in your heart—this one’s for you.

🎧 Listen now, laugh hard, cry a little, and be reminded that your story’s not done yet.

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Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett joins Jeff and Carollynn to talk about politics, faith, and how to lead with grace in a divided world. From social media pitfalls to unexpected Cinnabon campaign strategies, this one’s full of laughs, wisdom, and heart.

What does a Secretary of State actually do—and how does someone stay grounded in faith while navigating politics in a polarized world?

In this episode of Who Gave Jeff Allen a Podcast?, Jeff and Carollynn sit down with Tre Hargett, Tennessee’s Secretary of State, for a candid and often hilarious conversation about public service, political division, leadership, and grace under fire.

From debates over LLC letters and Cinnabon-style campaign strategies, to deeply reflective conversations about God, marriage, forgiveness, and burnout, Tre opens up in ways you rarely see from elected officials.

🗳️ You’ll hear:

• What it’s really like to be elected by legislators (not voters)
• How social media is distorting modern politics
• The importance of holding your tongue (and when he didn’t)
• Why his darkest season strengthened his faith
• How grace, empathy, and a sharp wit have helped him endure 5 terms in office
• Why “God told me to run” doesn’t always mean what people think

Join us for Jeff Allen’s Celebrity Golf Classic, a two-day event packed with comedy, camaraderie, and a whole lot of competition, all for a great cause. June 29th - 30th at Westhaven Golf Club

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