The Tim DeMoss Show

Jim Daly, President of Focus on the Family, joins the show today with insight into the upcoming  (Sept 5) release of "Truth Rising: Choose To See. Choose To Believe. Choose To Act." The documentary examines the “civilizational moment” currently taking place which threatens the foundations of human existence as has been experienced for centuries in terms of freedom, family, faith, and the future.

Truth Rising spotlights stories of ordinary people who have chosen courage over fear, making a difference right where God has called them. The goal of Truth Rising is to ignite the necessary courage and conviction to turn back this decline of Western civilization. You can find out more at www.truthrising.com and can tune in to Focus on the Family with Jim Daly weekdays at 730am & 830pm on AM 560 WFIL. 

From the Tim DeMoss Show archive we feature conversations with Kim Dolan Leto (Christian women's health & fitness coach) on her book Fit God's Way--Your Bible-Based Guide to Food, Fitness & Wholeness, Jerry Kramer (Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame guard & 2x Super Bowl champion) in conjunction with his book Run to Win--My Packers Life from Lombardi to Canton, and Newt Gingrich (former Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, professor & historian) regarding his PBS documentary, Journey to America: with Newt and Callista Gingrich (featuring the immigrant journeys of Henry Kissinger, Albert Einstein, Hedy Lamar and others who have come to the USA and excelled).

Ben Brittin (principal of International Christian High School in Philadelphia) checks in with the scoop on ICHS' history, mission, multicultural environment and day-to-day life in conjunction with WFIL's 50% Off Tuition Program. Details at www.wfil.com or by calling Carol Healey at 215-805-0075.

Tim shares thoughts on God's character and goodness from Psalm 84:11 in conjunction with Forrest Frank's recent hit song "Your Way's Better." Tim follows that with a clip from an early interview (circa 2019) with Dave Peterson (owner/operator of Bryner Chevrolet in Jenkintown) on the loss of his 19-year old son in a car accident several decades ago and how important having faith in the Lord--for himself and his son--is so vital.

Alex Marlow (Editor-In-Chief of Breitbart News) caps off the show with a conversation about his new book Breaking The Law: Exposing the Weaponization of America's Legal System Against Donald Trump. Marlow is also author of the bestsellers Breaking Biden and Breaking The News.

Sports clips
Rob Thomson (Philadelphia Phillies manager) (courtesy of NBC Philly's YouTube page)
Jalen Hurts (Philadelphia Eagles quarterback) (courtesy of www.philadelphiaeagles.com)
Dallas Goedert (Philadelphia Eagles tight end) (courtesy of www.philadelphiaeagles.com) 

Alistair Begg from the Truth For Life radio program spends the hour with us. In delightful fashion, Pastor Begg delves into his recent retirement after 42 years as Senior Pastor at Parkside Church in Cleveland, Ohio, his Philadelphia roots, the 2026 World Cup, Scottish accents, and a key question his bride of nearly 50 years (this Saturday 8/16/25 is their anniversary!) asks when mentoring a woman about the man she is interested in / dating.

Truth For Life is WFIL's Ministry of the Month for August, (heard weekdays right after the Tim DeMoss Show at 5pm, at 530am, and several times over the weekend). Listeners are welcome to a free download of the Name Above All Names e-book & study guide by Pastor Begg (co-written with his "big brother" in the faith, Sinclair Ferguson). The free download automatically enters listeners to win Alistair's brand new book, God of the Ordinary: A Study in the Book of Ruth. Pastor Begg shares about both prizes during our conversation as well.

Sports clips (both courtesy of NBC Sports Philly's YouTube page):
Rob Thomson (Philadelphia Phillies manager)
Tajuan Walker (Philadelphia Phillies pitcher)

Jeff Howard (principal of Cedar Grove Christian Academy) joins the show via Zoom to share about Cedar Grove's history, mission, the value of a Christian education and current opportunity for a half-price kindergarten tuition for 2025 (only one left, call Carol at WFIL for more info at 215-805-0075).

Dave Peterson (owner/operator of Bryner Chevrolet in Jenkintown) gives insight into EVs (electric vehicles) and with regard to various ways to care for your vehicle. He can be reached at 215-886-3140 or via www.brynerchevy.com.

Sports clips:
Zack Wheeler (Philadelphia Phillies pitcher) (courtesy of NBC Sports Philly's YouTube page)
Nick Sirianni (Philadelphia Eagles head coach) (courtesy of www.philadelphiaeagles.com)

From the Tim DeMoss Show archive we feature a conversation with Tim's cousin Mark DeMoss, author of The Little Red Book of Wisdom (Updated and Expanded Edition). DeMoss founded the DeMoss Group in 1991, providing PR exclusively for faith-based organizations and causes before closing the firm in 2019.

Bishop Eric A. Lambert Jr, heard weekdays at 330pm on the "Climbing Higher" radio program on WFIL, stops by and spends the hour in-studio today to discuss his latest book (a novel) Jesus Is Coming Back...Soon (Part II). Pastor Lambert, who has served at Bethel International Church of God in Wyncote for over 35 years, also touches on various events at Bethel including the recent "God Wants Me Well" conference in July, tomorrow night's (Friday August 8) Q&A evening at the church, and the upcoming Pastors & Ministers Conference on September 4. Details on the book are available at www.ericlambergministries.org and on the life of the church at www.betheldeliverance.org. 

Also, Happy 7th Anniversary to Climbing Higher, which first aired on WFIL on August 6, 2018!

Sports clips:
Rob Thomson (Philadelphia Phillies manager) (WFIL Sports)
Trea Turner (Philadelphia Phillies shortstop) (WFIL Sports)
Ranger Suarez (Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher) (WFIL Sports)
Jalen Hurts (Philadelphia Eagles quarterback) (www.philadelphiaeagles.com)

Pastor Allen Jackson Zooms in regarding the upcoming "Culture & Christianity Conference" near Nashville, TN (September 19-20). All during August you can enter to win a trip for 2 to the conference (including VIP tickets, airfare & hotel, plus a $500 gift card) at wfil.com :). You can catch Pastor Jackson weekdays at 6am and Sundays at 7am on WFIL.

Video Dan Stephenson joins the show with insight and great stories behind the brand new "Jimmy Rollins--My Way" documentary he and the Phillies video team created, available on the Phillies YouTube channel.

Sports clips:
Max Kepler (Philadelphia Phillies outfielder) (courtesy of NBC Philadelphia's YouTube page)
Devonta Smith (Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver) (courtesy of www.philadelphiaeagles.com)

From the Tim DeMoss Show archive, we feature conversations with Greg Clugston (White House correspondent for Salem Media Group, WFIL's parent company), actress Melissa Gilbert (Little House on the Prairie) on her book Back To The Prairie, and Dan Pompei (veteran NFL writer & author) regarding his book The Football 100 (co-written with Mike Sando).

Sports clips
Harrison Bader (Philadelphia Phillies outfielder) (courtesy of NBC Philly's YouTube page)
Nick Sirianni (Philadelphia Eagles head coach) (courtesy of www.philadelphiaeagles.com) 

T.J. Farrell with the Philadelphia Phillies community department checks in with a recap of Phillies Alumni Weekend and auction benefitting Phillies Charities (www.phillies.com/auction) which ends on August 11.

Garry "G" Cobb, former NFL linebacker & longtime Philadelphia sports media host, shares what he's seeing at Eagles training camp in advance of their preseason opener this coming Thursday & adds his usual dose of godly wisdom. As a bonus, his grandson Garry III makes his (brief) Tim DeMoss Show debut :).

Sports clips (all courtesy of WFIL Sports):
Kyle Schwarber (Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter)
Christopher Sanchez (Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher)
Jhoan Duran (Philadelphia Phillies relief pitcher)
Bryce Harper (Philadelphia Phillies first baseman)
Saquon Barkley (Philadelphia Eagles running back)

A time capsule specially-crafted for today, we feature conversations with Phillies Hall of Fame broadcaster Harry Kalas (September 2000), former GM Ed Wade (December 2000) and Phillies all-time hits leader & 2008 World Series champion Jimmy Rollins (November 2007).

All interviews took place in the era before podcasts had gotten much traction and have not aired or been available since their original air date. Wade, who helped shape the 2008 World Series team, and Rollins are both being inducted into the Phillies Wall of Fame this evening at 6pm at the ballpark as part of Alumni Weekend which also honors recently-elected Hall of Famer Dick Allen and celebrates the 75th anniversary of the 1950 Whiz Kids. Dozens of former players, coaches & team personnel are in town over the course of the weekend. More info at www.phillies.com.

Sports clips:
Dave Dombrowksi (Philadelphia Phillies President of Baseball Operations)

Nate Newell (Tim's favorite nephew :)) joins the show from San Antonio where he's General Manager of a Duck Donuts location. Nate gives the scoop on the donut making process and why there are 500 duckies in their store. We give away gift cards to Dunkin' to listeners who simply text in what their favorite donut type is.

Conversations from the archive with Mike Love (Beach Boys) and DJ Jazzy Jeff find their way into the show too in conjunction with WFIL's current mini-survey question: "What song most reminds you of summer?" You can still answer the survey question (and take WFIL's "All About Summer" quiz too) through tomorrow at midnight at wfil.com (and in doing so, possibly win a prize!).

Sports clip: Jalen Hurts, Philadelphia Eagles quarterback (www.philadelphiaeagles.com)

From the Tim DeMoss Show archive comes a chat with Tammy Trent--singer, speaker, and author. Known for songs like "Your Love Is 4 Always," "Welcome Home" "Everybody Move With It" (with DJ Maj of dcTalk/tobyMac), and "Sunny Days," Tammy's sound is often likened to that of Janet Jackson (she shares a crazy story about this in our conversation :)).

Tammy lost her husband Trent (from whom she took her stage last name) on September 10, 2001 in a diving accident while on vacation in Jamaica after a missions trip. She shares about this tragedy and what the past 20+ years have been like walking with God. Tammy is currently TV co-host on LIFE Today TV with more info at www.tammytrent.com.

From the Tim DeMoss Show archive, we feature a conversation with Dr. DeForest "Buster" Soaries regarding his book Say Yes When Life Says No. Soaries is a pastor, speaker and author whose work also involves faith-based community (including economic) development. He served as New Jersey Secretary of State from 1999-2002. Soaries can be found at www.dbsoaries.com and on Instagram at @dbsoaries.

Today's "Famous Friday Show" features three conversations from the Tim DeMoss Show archive, including actress Marlyne Barrett (Chicago Med), Charlie Kirk (national talk show host & founder of Turning Point USA), and Darryl McDaniels (Run-DMC). Now THAT'S Punny puts a big fat cherry on top at the end :)

Garry "G" Cobb (former NFL linebacker & longtime Philadelphia sports media host) checks in with the scoop from the Philadelphia Eagles training camp which opened this week, the mentoring work he does with NFL players, and an update on 3-year old grandson Garry III's latest shenanigans :).

Kevin Sorbo (Hercules, Andromeda, God's Not Dead) Zooms in to the show regarding the upcoming re-release of What If..., in theaters August 5 & 7. Directed by Dallas Jenkins (The Chosen) in 2010, What If... has drawn comparisons to It's A Wonderful Life (but in reverse order) and also stars Kristy Swanson (Buffy the Vampire Slayer), John Ratzenberger (Cheers & multiple Pixar films) and Debby Ryan (Disney).

We also also feature a chat from the archive with Danica McKellar (Wonder Years, West Wing, How I Met Your Mother) from November 2024.

Sports clips:
Rob Thomson (Philadelphia Phillies manager) (MLB.com)
A.J. Brown (Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver) (philadelphiaeagles.com)
Saquon Barkley (Philadelphia Eagles running back) (philadelphiaeagles.com)

Steve Cohen (creative director for Billy Joel the past 50+ years) checks in regarding the new documentary Billy Joel: And So It Goes. Part I aired last Friday, with Part II releasing this Friday 7/25.

A conversation from the archive with Mark Rivera, Billy Joel's longtime saxophone player, is also featured. 

Tim adds observations and Scripture in conjunction with both interviews and the documentary including on Joel's songs "I Go To Extremes" and "The River of Dreams."

Sports clips (courtesy of NBC Philly's YouTube page):
Rob Thomson (Philadelphia Phillies manager)
Bryce Harper (Philadelphia Phillies 1st baseman)

Mike Ayers, author of the new book Sharing In The Groove: The Untold Story of the '90s Jam Band Explosion and the Scene That Followed joins the show, featuring conversation (and a bit of Tim's radio history) with bands like Blues Traveler, Spin Doctors & Phish.

In light of musician (and reality TV star) Ozzy Osbourne's passing today, we dig into the archive and re-air our conversation with Geezer Butler, longtime bass player and lyricist for Black Sabbath, the heavy metal band Ozzy fronted. We originally had Butler on in June of 2023 when he released his book Into The Void: From Birth to Black Sabbath and Beyond. Tim shares several Scripture verses and thoughts in conjunction with both conversations.

Sports audio (courtesy of WFIL):
Zack Wheeler (pitcher, Philadelphia Phillies)
Edmundo Sosa (IF/OF, Philadelphia Phillies)
Max Lazar (pitcher, Philadelphia Phillies)

From the Tim DeMoss Show archive we feature conversations with Tony Bruno, Howard Eskin, and Mark Daniels--all AM 560 WFIL alumni--in conjunction with the station's 100 year anniversary in 2022. Bruno and Eskin became well-known for their work primarily in sports talk radio and TV, while Daniels hosted "The Mark Daniels Show" on WFIL for nearly a quarter century until 2018.

Jeff Boettcher, lead pastor of Christ Church in South Philadelphia and Phillies chaplain, checks in today with the scoop on a very special postgame event with Phillies catcher J.T. Realmuto, his wife Lexi Realmuto, and members of Christian music group Casting Crowns. More info is available at www.phillies.com. Boettcher also shares about the work and ministry of Christ Church (www.christchurchsouthphilly.org).

Tyler Pager, New York Times White House correspondent and co-author of the new book 2024: How Trump Retook the White House & the Democrats Lost America, joins the show as well. Pager previously covered the White House for the Washington Post and won the Gerald R. Ford Journalism Prize for Distinguished Reporting on the Presidency in 2022.

Now THAT'S Punny, our (usual) Famous Friday Show closer, caps off the program!

Featured clips:
J. Jackson (lead singer & lyricist for Apologetix)
Phil Robertson (Duck Dynasty)