The Witness Podcast

Episode 16 with Amy Trader

Sun, 10 May 2026 12:00:00 -0300

In Episode 16, I call my wife, Amy Trader, to the stand. Through feelings of loneliness, depression, instability at home, and battling an eating disorder, she clung to the only hope she knew to be real. Though at times she found herself wondering if God was really there, she eventually found out, through some amazing experiences, that indeed He was there and listening the whole time!

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The Witness Podcast is produced by Zach Maslanik

Episode 15 with Kevin Trader

Sun, 26 Apr 2026 16:03:06 -0300

Episode 15 will be a little different, as we were not able to call any witnesses to the stand! However, I felt like God gave me a few things to share with you. I hope you enjoy and, more importantly, are blessed by what you hear. Please let us know what you think by leaving a comment or review, and as always, if you know someone who you think could benefit from this episode, be sure to share it with them!

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Episode 14 with Sis. Glennis Simpson

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0300

In Episode 14 we hear how Sis. Glennis Simpson went from a small town in North Carolina to the first lady of Antioch North in Baltimore, Maryland. Along the way she learned the true meaning of Philippians 4:7, ““And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.”

to find our more about Antioch North you can follow them on Instagram by clicking this link:

https://www.instagram.com/antioch_north?igsh=YmswbGl1bmpwNXFp

you can also check out their website by clicking here: https://theantioch.com/north

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The Witness Podcast is produced by Zach Maslanik

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Episode 13 with Randy Dulin

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0300

Life and all its challenges can sometimes make you wonder if anyone is even listening! In episode 13, we call Randy Dulin to the stand, and he knows exactly how you feel. I hope that, as you listen to this episode, you will begin to realize that you are not as alone as you might think and that God really does have a purpose for your life and for the things you are facing.

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Check out Randy's small business advice, lawn care advice, and thoughts on life on his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRandyDulin

To check out Randy's woodworking on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/handcarvedbyrandy/

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The Witness Podcast is produced by Zach Maslanik

Episode 12 with Reverend Paul Gross

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0300

It's hard to imagine how the smallest decisions can alter your entire life. In this episode, we call Rev. Paul Gross to the stand and hear how seemingly insignificant moments happened in order to shape the outcome of his entire life.

I hope you are blessed by this episode and that you are inspired to trust God with every moment and give Him the glory for the outcome, no matter how you perceive it to be!

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Episode 10 Part II with Austin Tritt

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0400

And now the rest of the story! Here is Part II of Austin's testimony. If you have not yet listened to Episode 10 Part I, you are strongly encouraged to go back and listen to that before starting this episode.

In Part I we saw God lead Austin back to Him without him even realizing that's what was happening. In Part II we watch God literally wash and renew Austin's mind as He prepares Austin for his true purpose.

Listener Discretion Advised: We advise you listen with discretion before allowing younger ears to tune in. There are some quite intense moments in this episode that may not be suitable for kids.

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Episode 11 with Rev. John Hemus

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0400

In this episode we call Reverend John Hemus to the stand. He tells of how God took him from a rough beginning getting into fights on the back streets of Birmingham, England to a successful building career in the U.S., then back to Liverpool, England as a missionary, finally becoming the UPCI Central District Superintendent of the UK and Area Coordinator of Norther Europe. John is living proof that God can anything with anything!

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Episode 10 Part ONE with Austin Tritt

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 12:00:00 -0400

This is the first of a two-part episode. A conversation I had with Austin two years ago is what inspired the Witness Podcast. He was the first witness to take the stand for me when I started, but I decided to save his testimony for this milestone Episode 10!

I hope you are as blessed as I was after listening to everything God has lead Austin through!

If you would like to help out Mt. Clare Christian School in Baltimore, Maryland, here are the links where you can do that:

Online: https://www.wilkensmennonite.org/donate (select MCCS Teacher's Fund under the "Give to" section)

PayPal: mtclarecs@gmail.com

Cashapp: $mtclarecs

Zelle: mtclarecs

Checks/cash donations can be mailed to

Mount Clare Christian School

320 S. Vincent St.

Baltimore, Md. 21223

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Episode 9 with Trond Olstad

Sun, 11 Jan 2026 12:00:00 -0400

In Episode 9 I call my good friend and brother Trond Olstad to the stand all the way from Norway! While listening to Trond's testimony you will hear how God searches us out and shows up in some very unexpected places and in unexpected ways. Perhaps as you listen you will begin to notice how God has shown up in your life when you may not have even realized it was Him!

As promised here is the Handball clip...you can see, its quite an intense sport!

https://youtu.be/UovdZ7XB-j0?si=VP6KF9rPmp1YNdu9

I certainly hope you have been blessed by this episode! Please like, follow, and leave us a review on iTunes, Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts. Also, we'd love it if you connected with us on Instagram so you can stay up to date with additional content that we post! Instagram

Special Episode I

Sat, 27 Dec 2025 12:00:00 -0400

This is a special episode of the Witness Podcast that we are releasing to commemorate the 25th anniversary of my father's passing. I know that this time of year can be very difficult for those of us who have experienced the pain of loss. In this episode I sit down with my mom and sisters to talk about the difficulty that we have faced with the loss of my dad.

I hope listening to the ways we have learned to cope and how the Grace of God has carried us will help you and perhaps give you some hope and inspiration in dealing with your grief.

If you know someone who is struggling and you think this may help, please feel free to share on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you listen to your podcasts.

Christmas Episode I

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 20:00:00 -0400

Merry Christmas from the Witness Podcast! We hope you enjoy this short Holiday Edition episode!

Let us know by liking, subscribing, and/or leaving us a review on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts!

Episode 8 with Steven and Meaghan Dennis

Sun, 14 Dec 2025 12:00:00 -0400

In Episode 8 we call Steven and Meaghan Dennis to the stand. What do you do when you believe that God has given you a promise but nothing in your life looks like the promise is going to come to pass? How do you hold on? How do you trust Him? Steven and Meaghan have been on such a path with their son Joshua.

Their testimony is one of holding on to the promises and keeping the faith when every circumstance seems to be working against them. I hope that you are blessed by their story as you tune into the Witness Podcast.

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Episode 7 with Bruce Ellenberger

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0400

In Episode 7, we hear Br. Bruce Ellenberger tell of his journey from not having any direction and just trying to fit in...to being saved from the depths of addiction by God and His wonderful Grace and Mercy!

Here are a few scriptures you can take a look at if you are interested in studying and learning more about speaking in tongues. I encourage you to read a few verses before and after the main verse in order to get the proper context:

Isaiah 28:11-12

Mark 16:17

Acts 2:4

Acts 10:44-46

Acts 19:1-6

1 Corinthians 14:2

Romans 8:26-27

If you would like more information on Celebrate Recovery check out this link:

Home - Celebrate Recovery

Episode 6 with Allen "Mad Dog" McGuckian

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0400

In Episode 6 we call Allen McGuckian to the stand. A true seeker, Allen spent a long time plagued by emptiness. He was on a journey to find something real.

God gives us a promise in the book of Matthew 7:7-8 "Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. 8 For everyone who asks receives, and he who seeks finds, and to him who knocks it will be opened."

Although Allen had to endure quite a journey, God did not allow his search to come up fruitless. We hope that you are inspired and blessed as you listen to the testimony of Allen "Mad Dog" McGuckian!

If you're looking for a body of believers to connect with and you live in the Annapolis/Anne Arundel County Area we'd love to have you stop Antioch the Apostolic Church. You can check us out at www.theantioch.com.

Episode 5 with Ava Trader

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0400

Our witness being called to the stand in Episode 5 is Ava Trader. To say her life up to this point has been a rollercoaster would be an understatement! Through physical challenges and medical trauma, Ava has managed to keep her head up by maintaining hope in God and believing in His purpose. We hope you enjoy the listen and perhaps you can grab onto a little hope as well!

2 Timothy 2:10-13, New Living Translation, "10 So I am willing to endure anything if it will bring salvation and eternal glory in Christ Jesus to those God has chosen.11 This is a trustworthy saying: If we die with him, we will also live with him.12 If we endure hardship, we will reign with him. If we deny him, he will deny us.13 If we are unfaithful, he remains faithful, for he cannot deny who he is."

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For more information on ICD's, what they are, what they do, and how they help people with Ava's condition, click here: https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/implantable-cardioverter-defibrillators/about/pac-20384692

Episode 4 with David Upchurch

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 12:00:00 -0300

This week's witness is David Upchurch. From the fields of glory on the high school and college stage to playing football in the NFL, David lived the dream! In the process he found out that achieving by human standards isn't always as fulfilling as we expect it to be. We hope you enjoy this episode of the Witness Podcast as we call David Upchurch to the stand!

To find out more about David's non-profit organization you can go to:

www.unburdenedheart.org

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Episode 3 with Rev. Ted Grosbach

Sun, 05 Oct 2025 12:00:00 -0300

In Episode 3 we call Reverend Ted Grosbach to the stand. He gives his testimony of going from a guy growing up in Indiana with no clear direction, to a 30-year ministry with his wife as a missionary to Africa!

We hope you enjoy this episode of the Witness Podcast. Please like and follow us wherever you listen to podcasts. You can also follow us on Instagram: @the.witnesspodcast

For more information on Antioch the Apostolic Church: www.theantioch.com

Instagram: @antiochcentral

Episode 2 with Jon Lombardo

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 12:00:00 -0300

In Episode 2 I sit down with my good friend and brother, Jon Lombardo. He tells of the path God brought him through great darkness and learning the power of forgiveness. He is living proof of the precious words found in Ephesians 2:4-5, "But God, who is rich in mercy, for his great love wherewith he loved us,5 Even when we were dead in sins, hath quickened us together with Christ, (by grace ye are saved;)"

I hope you enjoy!

I would like to advise discretion when listening to this episode, as some of the content may not be suitable for young ears.

The Witness Podcast Episode 1

Sat, 06 Sep 2025 18:06:57 -0300

Welcome to the Witness Podcast!! In episode one I share with you my personal story, from being raised in the church, to straying away, to being lead back through God's wonderful Mercy and Grace. I hope you enjoy!