The Tim DeMoss Show

Bishop Eric A. Lambert Jr. (heard weekdays at 330pm on WFIL with the "Climbing Higher" radio program) spends the hour in-studio today. Pastor Lambert shares about his new book Chasing the Heart of God--A Study in True Intimacy with our Heavenly Father, his heart for equipping pastors, and the so-called logic behind being a Boston Celtics fan :).

You're welcome to join Pastor Lambert at a book signing this Friday 3/6 (6pm-8pm). More information is available at www.betheldeliverance.org.

Sports clip: Jason Mazullo, Boston Celtics head coach (NBA content site)

"Video Dan" Stephenson joins the show to discuss "The Fight Lives On--The 2025 Phillies Video Yearbook" which he and his team have recently released (viewable on the Phillies' YouTube channel). Video Dan gives insight into his approach to storytelling and has been a key figure in the creation of over 50 projects with the Phillies since 1982.

Sports clips:
Dave Dombrowski (Philadelphia Phillies president of baseball operations) (MLB.com)
Rob Thomson (Philadelphia Phillies manager) (MLB.com)

Wayne Monbleau (long-time radio host of "Let's Talk About Jesus") joins the show today to share his journey to faith 50+ years ago, the origins of the LTAJ program, and with insight into the various prizes (including his book God Loves) you can win this month as part of LTAJ being WFIL's Ministry of the Month for February. You can enter here to win (or at wfil.com) :).

Reverend Monbleau has hosted "Let's Talk About Jesus" nearly 50 years, including the past 45 on WFIL (and previously WFIL's sister station AM 990 WZZD). You can tune in to hear it weekdays at 11:30am, Saturdays at 11am and Sundays at 6am on WFIL!

Demond Wilson--best-known for his role as Lamont Sanford in the 70's sitcom "Sanford & Son"-- graciously joined the program in January 2019, just a few months into the Tim DeMoss Show's existence. With his homegoing at age 79 this past weekend, we re-aired that conversation in its entirety today.

Wilson was funny, serious, godly, insightful--and kept TIm on his toes the entire time :). Wilson began by indirectly referencing the recently-missed double doink field goal attempt by former Eagle Cody Parkey (as the Birds hung on for a 16-15 playoff win v the Bears). Over the rest of the show, he shared about his acting career, comedy, Sanford & Son and his relationship with Redd Foxx, thoughts on the military (in which he served 1966-1968), his wife and their (at the time) 45-year marriage, being a father, and his faith in the Lord (as well as a project he was working on at the time).

Psalm 90:10 comes to mind initially: "The length of our days is seventy years--or eighty, if we have the strength." Even moreso, John 14:1-4 provides much hope: "Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me. 2 In my Father's house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you. 3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am. 4 You know the way to the place where I am going."

Garry "G" Cobb (former NFL linebacker with Detroit, Philadelphia & Dallas and longtime sports broadcaster) checks in to talk playoff football, the Eagles, faith and family including getting pelted with snow by his 4-year old grandson :).

Dr. Zahi Hawass (world-renowned Egyptologist and "real-life Indiana Jones") Zooms in regarding the new documentary "The Man With The Hat" which chronicles both ancient Egypt and his life and work.

Sports clip:
Rick Tocchet (Philadelphia Flyers head coach) (Flyers YouTube page)
Nick Nurse (Philadelphia 76ers head coach) (76ers PR)

Pastor Joe Focht and his son Josh Focht join us in-studio today from Calvary Chapel of Philadelphia and the "Straight From The Heart" radio program, WFIL's Ministry of the Month for January :) We discuss the prizes you can enter to win (at wfil.com), a wide range of topics and take calls/texts too.

"Straight From The Heart" is heard weekdays at 730am (also 2am and Sundays at 8am). The program is Calvary Chapel of Philadelphia's daily Bible teaching ministry (which Josh produces) and has been a blessing on WFIL (and previously AM 990 WZZD) since the early 80s. Connect with them at www.ccphilly.org.

Dr. Stephen Day--author of Teach a Kid to Save: A Fun, Hands-On Approach to Building Smart Money Habits--joins the show today. The book offers a hands-on, research-based guide to teaching your kids about the wise use of money and the value of work through an innovative, interactive mini-economy where kids have jobs, earn a play-money income, make a plan for their money, shop at the household store, and even create their own businesses. Teach a Kid to Save includes lessons on rest, generosity, saving and spending as well as a quick-start guide, templates, visual aids, conversation starters, and a special appendix for homeschools. Dr. Day also shares how fatherhood inspired the book and how he views money through a biblical lens.

Dr. Day is a term associate professor at the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Business, director of the VCU Center for Economic Education, and chairperson of the Virginia Jump$tart Coalition for Personal Financial Literacy. He has helped hundreds of teachers create mini-economies in their classrooms.

Follow Dr. Stephen Day here: drstephenday.com
Substack: Paper Robots: Helping Families Talk About Money and Work
Instagram: _paperrobots

Sports clips:
Rick Tocchet (Philadelphia Flyers head coach) (Flyers YouTube)
Nick Nurse (Philadelphia 76ers head coach) (76ers YouTube)

Scott Wilder from Pre-Born joins the show for Day 2 of 2 as WFIL's partnership continues, seeking to provide free ultrasound sessions for pregnant girls and women who might otherwise end their pregnancy. These ultrasounds have proven to be a powerful, effective, and gentle way of promoting life by providing the mother to see her baby and hear her baby's heartbeat.

Scott gives insight into the work of Pre-Born (both during January ("Sanctity of Human Life Month") and year 'round). He also offers stories of women who have been helped and explains the support given in the office visit and the ultrasound itself are just the beginning of a mentorship program that can last a couple of years, including receiving access to necessary resources for women.

Please pray, and if you'd like to cover an ultrasound for $28, 5 for $140, or to make a donation of any amount, simply call 1 833-850-BABY (2229) or click the Pre-Born banner at wfil.com. Thanks very much from Pre-Born and WFIL!

Rick Tocchet (Philadelphia Flyers head coach) (Flyers YouTube)
Kyle Lowry (Philadelphia 76ers point guard) (76ers YouTube)

Scott Wilder from Pre-Born is our special guest today. January is "Sanctity of Human Life" month, and WFIL is teamed up with Pre-Born again this year to help provide free ultrasounds for pregnant girls and women who otherwise might choose to end their pregnancy. These ultrasounds are a powerful, effective, and gentle way of promoting life.

Scott shares about Pre-Born's work, stories of those who have been helped, and how the support extends far beyond the office visit and ultrasound itself--even up to several years later (including receiving access to resources such as diapers, formula, strollers, and much more).

We greatly appreciate your prayers for this endeavor, and to cover an ultrasound for $28, 5 for $140, or however many you like (or to simply make a donation of any amount), simply call 1 833-850-BABY (2229) or click the Pre-Born banner at wfil.com. Thank you very much from Pre-Born and WFIL!

Sean Couturier (Philadelphia Flyers center/forward) (Flyers YouTube)

Adam Holz with Plugged In (from Focus on the Family) talks movies & media and how Plugged In helps parents and families navigate and make appropriate entertainment choices (in light of Philippians 4:8 "Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things"). You can access their reviews & resources at www.pluggedin.com.

Chris Matthews (political commentator, talk show host & NY Times bestselling author) shares about his latest book Lessons From Bobby: Ten Reasons Robert F. Kennedy Still Matters. Matthews was born in Philadelphia & hosted Hardball with Chris Matthews for over 20 years (and is currently available on Substack).

Saquon Barkley (Philadelphia Eagles running back) (www.philadelphiaeagles.com)
Brad Keller (Philadelphia Phillies pitcher) (Phillies Media Zoom call)

Garry "G" Cobb (former NFL linebacker & longtime Philadelphia sports talk host) checks in while Christmas shopping with thoughts on the Eagles' 29-18 win over Washington and on an important message his mother taught Garry & his siblings for years growing up (and even now at age 91 :)).

J. Jackson (lead singer & lyricist for ApologetiX) is already done his Christmas shopping and was free to drop by to chat about a handful of the several dozen Christmas parodies the band has done as part of their 850+ song catalog. You can enter to win their latest two CDs on the WFIL home page and find out more about the band at www.apologetix.com :).

Steve Taylor (the one and only) checks in to discuss Sketch, his latest film production (in conjunction with writer Seth Worley and starring actor Tony Hale). We also touch on Steve's musical career including his classic "Meltdown (At Madame Tussaud's)", artists he has written for/produced, and the influence of his dad and mom.

Tim grew up loving Steve's brand of alternative/punk rock--full of energy & witty lyrics, packed with meaning and way ahead of their time--frequently tackling difficult subjects head-on, challenging people (often the within the church) without making himself the center of attention, if such a thing is possible. Examples include "I Want To Be A Clone," "(We Don't Need No) Color Code," "Lifeboat," "I Blew Up The Clinic Real Good," "What Is The Measure of Your Success?," and "Bannerman," among a trove of others.

Taylor also directed many music videos for his songs (and other artists) and wrote/collaborated with a number of artists including newsboys. As a record label executive, he was very involved with Chevelle, Leigh Bingham Nash & Sixpence None The Richer (including their worldwide smash "Kiss Me", Burlap to Cashmere & L.A. Symphony. Taylor has also performed in other bands including Chagall Guevara, and invested years of his life as a filmmaker including "The Second Chance" (with Rev Jeff Obafemi Carr & Michael W. Smith) and with "Blue Like Jazz," an adaption of Donald Miller's book.

Sports clips:
Cam York (Philadelphia Flyers defenseman) (Flyers YouTube page)
Saquon Barkley (Philadelphia Eagles running back) (www.philadelphiaeagles.com) 
Dave Dombrowski (Philadelphia Phillies president of baseball operations) (Phillies Media Zoom Call)

Lisa Anderson (host of The Boundless Show (Saturdays at 830pm on WFIL) from Focus on the Family) graces us with her presence to discuss--in her naturally witty, sharp, and godly manner--healthy generational interactions & conversations during the holidays.

Lisa is author of The Dating Manifesto: A Drama-Free Plan for Pursuing Marriage with Purpose and is also host of The Boundless Show podcast. You can find out more at www.boundless.org.

Rick Tocchet (Philadelphia Flyers head coach) (Flyers YouTube page)
Nick Sirianni (Philadelphia Eagles head coach) (www.philadelphiaeagles.com)

Pastor Derek Bell of The Living Word Church (Plymouth Meeting, PA)--sponsor of WFIL's 8th Annual Christmas Mortgage Miracle--joins the show to share his testimony and the ministry of both TLWC and the Church at large. 

Author John Lingan, also checks in regarding his new book Backbeats: A History of Rock and Roll in Fifteen Drummers.

Sports clips:
Sean Couturier (Philadelphia Flyers winger) (Philadelphia Flyers YouTube page)
Vic Fangio (Philadelphia Eagles defensive coordinator) (www.philadelphiaeagles.com)

Lexi Sneller with the Pennsylvania Family Institute gives insight into a key vote tomorrow on House Bill 1957--an abortion constitutional amendment which would create a right to an abortion in the state constitution that could be used to overturn many current pro-life protections and outlaw future pro-life protections from being created. More information on this vote and the ongoing work of PA Family Council is available at www.pafamily.org.

Jimmy Hawkins, who played Tommy Bailey (the youngest son of George Bailey (Jimmy Stewart) in "It's A Wonderful Life" in 1946), shares about his new book The Heart of It's A Wonderful Life. Just a young boy of 4 or 5 at the time, Hawkins is now in his eighties offering this creatively-written journal of sorts which includes scene titles, sayings, parts of the actual script, photos and Hawkins' thoughts.

Rick Tocchet (Philadelphia Flyers head coach) (Flyers YouTube page)|
Nick Sirianni (Philadelphia Eagles head coach) (www.philadelphiaeagles.com)
Dave Dombrowski (Philadelphia Phillies president of baseball operations), Rob Thomson (Philadelphia
     Phillies manager), Adolis Garcia (Philadelphia Phillies outfielder) & Jorge Valendia (Philadelphia
     Phillies assistant GM) (Phillies media Zoom call)

Garry "G" Cobb (former NFL linebacker & longtime Philadelphia sports talk host) gives his take on the Eagles including their recent 24-15 loss to Chicago, adding thoughts on faith in the Lord, reaching out for help when struggling, and how much turkey and ham he had at Thanksgiving :).

Melba Moore, Tony Award winner & Grammy-nominated artist, shares about her first-ever book (written at 80 years young!) Marvelous & Getting Better.

Sports clips:
Nick Nurse (Philadelphia 76ers head coach) (76ers' YouTube page)
Travis Konecny (Philadelphia Flyers right wing) (Flyers' YouTube page)
Nick Sirianni (Philadelphia Eagles head coach) (www.philadelphiaeagles.com)
Saquon Barkley (Philadelphia Eagles running back) (www.philadelphiaeagles.com)

Kirbi (Team Niall) and Aaron Nichols (Team Reba), current contestants on The Voice Season 28 join the show back-to-back, sharing about their backstory to appearing on The Voice, the competitions themselves, what they've learned so far, and how their faith in the Lord is foundational to their lives.

Sports clips:
Sean Couturier (Philadelphia Flyers center) (Flyers' YouTube page)
Tyrese Maxey (Philadelphia 76ers guard) (76ers' YouTube page)
Nick Sirianni (Philadelphia Eagles head coach) (www.philadelphiaeagles.com)

Aaron Nichols photo credit: Danny Ventrella (NBC)

Garry "G" Cobb joins the show with his weekly "Cobb's Contemplations & Cogitations" on the Eagles, family and faith.

Nathan Kress (best known for his role as Freddie Benson on Nickelodeon's iCarly) checks in regarding his latest role voicing Chuck E. Cheese in the new special "A Chuck E. Cheese Christmas." Zac Moncrief & Jon Colton Barry (both with Phineas & Ferb backgrounds) are writers & executive producers for the project.

Sports clips:
Nick Sirianni (Philadelphia Eagles head coach) (www.philadelphiaeagles.com)
Saquon Barkley (Philadelphia Eagles running back) (www.philadelphiaeagles.com)
Jalen Hurts (Philadelphia Eagles quarterback) (www.philadelphiaeagles.com)

Dan Farah, director of the new documentary "The Age of Disclosure," discusses "an 80-year global cover-up of non-human intelligent life and a secret war among major nations to reverse-engineer advanced technology of non-human origin. [The film] features testimony from 34 U.S. government, military, and intelligence community insiders."

Freddy "Boom Boom" Cannon--known for his Top 10 singles "Tallahassee Lassie" (#6 in 1959), Way Down Yonder in New Orleans (#3 in 1959) and Palisades Park (#3 in 1962)--shares his new Christmas single "Red Coat Santa." The soon-to-be 89-year old holds the record for most appearances on American Bandstand (110) and adds reflections on the show's host (and WFILer) Dick Clark.

Sports clips:
Travis Sanheim (Philadelphia Flyers defensman) (Flyers' YouTube page)
Nick Nurse (Philadelphia 76ers head coach) (76ers' YouTube page)
Nick Sirianni (Philadelphia Eagles head coach) (www.philadelphiaeagles.com)

Garry "G" Cobb fortunately frequents the show the day after an Eagles game (including today) for a little forum on football, family & faith :).

Kevin MacDonald--director of the new documentary "One To One: John & Yoko"--gives insight into their first year in New York City in the early 1970s. Included are multiple audio conversations with both John & Yoko and footage from the only full-length show Lennon performed post-Beatles--the "One To One" concert at Madison Square Garden. The event benefitted children featured in the Geraldo Rivera expose on child neglect at the Willowbrook State School.