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Finding Something Real Podcast

Finding Something Real Podcast

Written by: Janell Wood
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 Maybe you’ve grown up as a Christian going to church or maybe you’re not interested in religion at all. But when you’re scrolling, hanging out with friends, trying to sleep, or overwhelmed with your day-to-day, do big existential questions ever pop in- you know- things like, “Why am I here? How did all this get here? What happens after I die?” “Is there a God and is there really meaning to all this?” ”What’s so special about Jesus Christ?”

We’ve all experienced deep longing for something this world can’t seem to satisfy.

Even someone as wildly successful as Taylor Swift knows that to be true. “I had won album of the year at the Grammys for a second time...” She said, “and I remember thinking afterwards, ’Oh my god, that was all you wanted!... That was all you focused on. You get to the mountaintop and look around and you’re like... what now?”

If you’re tired and feeling overwhelmed with all the different voices yelling for your affections- telling you what to go after- whether it be success, beauty, the perfect partner, social media followers, money, or power… only to leave you let down and unsatisfied, searching for more… Maybe like my friends and me, you’re after finding something REAL.

Every week, join me (Janell Wood), special co-hosts and guests as we ask questions, look for answers, and search for the source of something REAL: Restoration, Eternity, Authenticity, and Love. I believe those things can ultimately be found in relationship with Jesus Christ, but don’t take my word for it. Listen to our conversations for yourself and go on a journey with us: Is Jesus the REAL thing?©2023 All Rights Reserved Christianity Ministry & Evangelism Self-Help Spirituality Success
Episodes
  • Did the Resurrection Actually Happen? with Andy Bannister

    Did the Resurrection Actually Happen? with Andy Bannister
    Jan 21 2026

    Happy Wednesday!

    We have a treat for you this week. We are joined with our guest, Andy Bannister. We are also joined with one of our co-host, Sarah.

    We had a great conversation about the legitimacy of Christianity and why it matters whether or not the resurrection actually happened.

    Dr. Andy Bannister is the Director of Solas and an Adjunct Lecturer at Wycliffe College, University of Toronto. Andy holds a PhD in Islamic studies and is an Adjunct Research Fellow at the Centre for the Study of Islam and Other Faiths at Melbourne School of Theology. Andy is the author of an academic book, An Oral-Formulaic Study of the Qur’an, and two popular-level books: The Atheist Who Didn’t Exist (or: The Terrible Consequences of Really Bad Arguments), and his latest: Do Muslims and Christians Worship the Same God?. When not traveling, speaking, or writing, Andy is a keen hiker, mountain climber, and photographer. He is married to Astrid; they have two children, Caitriona and Christopher.

    We hope you enjoy this week's episode!

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    LINKS

    Beauty, Math & Human Rights: Clues that Point to a Creator with Andy Bannister

    AI Proves God's Existence with Abdu Murray

    Are Generational Curses are Real? - Ana's Story

    Naturalism Doesn't Make Sense with Jon Noyes

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    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2MuVWFbZzue3ZLgCtIJGzB

    Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-something-real-podcast/id1481017856

    www.janellmwood.com

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    1 hr
  • AI Proves God's Existence with Abdu Murray

    AI Proves God's Existence with Abdu Murray
    Jan 15 2026

    Happy Wednesday! We are so glad you're joining us today. We back with one of our favorite guest, Abdu Murray. We are also joined with two of our co-host, Sarah and Cailee.

    In this episode, we tackle the topic of AI.

    Does AI go against the nature of God?

    Does using AI stop our God-given creativity?

    Is there anything AI can't do?

    Abdu just release a book called "Fake ID" where he dives deeper into this topic.

    We hope you enjoy this week's episode!

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    Links

    Fake ID: How AI and Identity Ideology Are Collapsing Reality - And What to Do About It

    Embrace The Truth Abdu Murray - YouTube ”Was Jesus Raised from the Dead?” Grand Central Question - Abdu Murray Saving Truth - Abdu Murray More Than a White Man’s Religion - Abdu Mu

    Questions Christianity Answers with Abdu Murray

    REPLAY: Questions Christianity Answers with Abdu Murray

    What Happens When You Embrace the Truth about Jesus Christ? with Abdu Murray

    Christianity: Is it helpful? Is it good? with Abdu Murray
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Are Generational Curses Real? - Ana's Story

    Are Generational Curses Real? - Ana's Story
    Jan 7 2026

    Happy Wednesday!

    We are so excited for this week's episode! Today, we are sharing one of our co-host story, Ana!

    Ana has been part of Finding Something Real since the very beginning. Janell and Ana met at a small group when she was a senior in High School in 2019. They've formed a beautiful friendship since then.

    Ana was born and raised in Chelan, WA. She is currently the Social Media Manager for this Podcast and a co-host this season. She graduated from Northwest University and got her Bachelor's in Business Administration.

    Ana is one of the founders of Valley Collective - a moment to unify the Churches in the Greater Chelan Valley. She's involved in many other ministries, including this one, using her gift and talents to build His Kingdom.

    Ana loves the Lord with all her heart. It doesn't mean she hasn't gone through anything hard. Her dad had a stroke her sophomore year in High School. He was handicapped for four years until he passed away at the end of 2021. She shares her story about breaking a generational curse that was associated with to her dad's stroke.

    She also opens up about her struggle with self-hatred and suicidal thoughts.

    Ana's relationship with the Lord is so rich and so deep. If you relate to her story or want to ask more questions, please reach out! Message us - we would love to talk with you!

    We hope you love Ana as much as we do!

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    LINKS

    I Have Seen the Goodness of God in My Life

    You Don't Have to Have All the Answers with Lindsey Medenwaldt

    Why People Really Don't Believe in Jesus with Xandra Grieme Dealing with Grief and Church Hurt with Jason Schmidt

    How to Love People in Truth and Love with Drew Berryessa

    Listen on:

    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2MuVWFbZzue3ZLgCtIJGzB

    Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-something-real-podcast/id1481017856

    www.janellmwood.com

    Follow us on:

    Instagram: finding_something_real

    Facebook: Finding Something REAL with Janell Wood

    Tiktok: @findingsomethingreal

    Youtube: Finding Something REAL with Janell Wood

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    1 hr and 20 mins
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