Synopsis
The Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast features interviews with today's top recording artists and celebrities in family and faith based entertainment.
Episodes
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Episode 345: Dr. Marlyn S. Wright From Pain to Purpose_A Queen Waiting on Her King pt. 1 (Rewind)
28/11/2025 Duration: 18minRewind Episode: Dr. Marlyn S. Wright’s Powerful Journey From Pain to PurposeWe’re taking it back to one of the most heartfelt and unforgettable conversations ever featured on the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast. In this rewind episode, Dr. Marlyn S. Wright — Pastor, Motivational Speaker, and Amazon Best-Selling Author — shares her extraordinary testimony of resilience, faith, and renewed purpose.After facing unimaginable heartbreak — the tragic murder of her son and the passing of her husband — Dr. Wright made the courageous decision to let God transform her pain into purpose. Her healing journey led her to write the life-changing book, A Queen Looking For Her King, a powerful guide meant to inspire and uplift others walking through their own trials.If you missed this episode the first time, or if you’re ready to be encouraged all over again, don’t miss this special rewind of Part 1 of Dr. Wright’s compelling story. It’s a powerful reminder that even in the darkest moments, God can birth purpose, rest
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Episode 344: Grammy Award Winner Gary Hines of Sounds of Blackness Shares Challenges, Wokeness, and Why We're Unstoppable
22/11/2025 Duration: 22minThis week on the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast, I’m sitting down with the incomparable Gary Hines of the Grammy Award–winning Sounds of Blackness!Gary drops some real gems in this conversation—sharing how Sounds of Blackness got its iconic name, and he sets the record straight on the true origin and meaning of the term “woke.” We talk about why their music has always been music for the movement, the challenges they continue to face for standing on truth, and their powerful new release, “We’re Unstoppable.”If you love music with purpose, message, and ministry—this is the episode you don’t want to miss.Tune in on all streaming platforms Follow on social media:Instagram: @linwoods96LinkedIn: @Lin. Woods, @Lin_Woods_Inspired_MediaFacebook: @Lin. Woods #LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast #SoundsOfBlackness #GaryHines #GospelMusic #WeAreUnstoppable #MusicForTheMovement #StayWoke #BlackMusicExcellence #PodcastLife #NewEpisode
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Episode 343: Gospel Artist Malcom Christopher II Shares HIs Story and God's Purpose and Plan For You
14/11/2025 Duration: 22minThis week on the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast, is special guest, gospel artist, singer, songwriter, worship leader — and multi-gifted man of God — Malcom Christopher II from Dallas, Texas!Malcom shares his powerful gospel story, his unique worship “flow,” the nervous tick he says actually helps him minister, and how he balances life as an artist, educator, father, husband, coach, and worship leader.He also reminds us that God has a purpose and a plan for each of us — just like his hit single, “Purpose and a Plan.”Tune in now for an inspiring, transparent, and uplifting conversation you don’t want to miss!Listen on Podomatic, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, LinkedIn, YouTube, Amazon Music, or wherever you get your podcasts.Follow on social media: IG @Lin_Woods_Inspired_Media on social media!Instagram: @linwoods96 and @Lin_Woods_Inspired_MediaFacebook: @Lin. Woods LinkedIn: @Lin. Woods#LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast #MalcomChristopherII #PurposeAndAPlan #GospelMusic #WorshipLeader #ChristianMusic #Fait
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Episode 342: Rising Gospel Star Preston Jonzell Shares His Journey, His Sickle Cell Challenge, Big God and Why His Gospel Is So Urban
07/11/2025 Duration: 20minOn this week’s Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast, Lin. sits down with rising gospel star Preston Jonzell , a powerful voice with a testimony to match.Preston opens up about his musical journey, from being “the kid with the high voice” to becoming one of gospel music’s most exciting new artists. He shares the inspiration behind his hit single “Big God,” his songwriting process, and how faith sustains him through life’s biggest challenge , living with Sickle Cell Disease.This heartfelt conversation is full of hope, resilience, and the reminder that we truly serve a Big God! Don’t miss it — tune in now on Podomatic, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible, or wherever you listen to podcasts.Follow Lin. Woods: Instagram & Tik TOk @linwoods96 Facebook & LinkedIn @Lin. Woods X (Twitter) @LinWoods
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Episode 341: African Gospel Artist MOG Music Talks Faith, Worship Music, and Lack of Systems In African Gospel
31/10/2025 Duration: 18minThis week on the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast Lin. Woods talks with award-winning African gospel artist MOG Music.He shares his incredible journey — from being a church boy in Ghana, to becoming a mega-church music director, to now a global recording artist and worship leader touching hearts around the world.MOG opens up about how the African music industry still lacks the structure and systems found in the U.S. and U.K. but he also reveals why Africa’s sound, spirit, and worship are like nothing the world has ever seen.You don’t want to miss this powerful and eye-opening conversation!Tune in now to the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast , available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and everywhere you listen.#MOGMusic #LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast #GospelMusicConnect with Lin. on Social Media:Instagram & TikTok @linwoods96LinkedIn @Lin. WoodsFacebook @Lin Woods
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Episode 340: Platinum Selling Recording Artist and Hope Dealer, MAJOR. Tells His Story on The Rewind
24/10/2025 Duration: 26minThis week on the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast, Host Lin. Woods is bringing back a heartfelt and hope-filled conversation with platinum-selling recording artist, actor, and the one who calls himself a “Hope Dealer,” MAJOR.You know him from the global wedding anthem “Why I Love You,” a song that has blessed millions of hearts. What you may not know is that the moment of inspiration struck over a chicken salad sandwich. Yes, you read that right, and MAJOR shares exactly how it all happened.In this unforgettable episode, MAJOR opens up about: • The heartbreaking loss of his dear friend and brother in purpose, Chadwick Boseman • Why he speaks up for the overlooked and underestimated church kids at Berklee College of Music • The incredible faith journey behind his hit “I Prayed For You” • His ongoing mission to heal the world with love, purpose, and hopeThis conversation will make you smile, again, and think deeply, and believe again. It is too powerful not to hear a second time.Tune in to the Lin. Woods
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Episode 339: Recording Artist Johnny B Shares His Powerful Journey From Incarceration to Entrepreneurship, Trucking, and Gospel Music Success.
18/10/2025 Duration: 22minThis week on the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast, Host Lin. Woods sits down with gospel recording artist and songwriter Johnny B., whose powerful journey takes him from incarceration to entrepreneurship, trucking, and gospel music success.Johnny B. opens up about his beginnings in Ohio with his twin brother—a chart-topping jazz artist—his struggles, and how God delivered him to a new life of purpose and praise. He also shares valuable tips for aspiring artists and insight into his inspiring new single, “God Never Gave Up On Me.”Please join us in prayer for Johnny B. As we were completing this episode, we received word that he’d been in a serious accident. Let’s lift him up in love and faith, friends and fans. Tune in on all podcast platforms!Follow Lin. Woods on social media:
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Episode 338: Grammy Award Winning Singer, Songwriter Ann Nesby Shares Her Musical Journey, Industry Stories, Tips and Her ANNiversary
11/10/2025 Duration: 35minThis week on the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast, two-time GRAMMY® Award-winning recording artist, actress, and songwriter Ann Nesby takes us on an unforgettable journey—from her roots in the church, to Sounds of Blackness, to her powerhouse solo career.Ann opens up about: The hit song she gave to Patti LaBelle Lessons learned from music legends Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis Feeding her kids while chasing her dreams Executive producing her own movie And her newest music project, ANNiversary
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Episode 337: Music Composer and Producer on The Chi and Beyonce's Dubai Concert Shares His Latest, Black Tie Cinematic Symphonic
04/10/2025 Duration: 23minOn this week’s Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast, I sit down with an extraordinary guest — a gifted Music Composer whose journey has taken him from the church house to some of the world’s biggest stages, Leon Lacey.He shares his inspiring path — from his gospel roots and church beginnings, to composing music for the hit TV series The Chi, to contributing to Beyoncé’s unforgettable concert in Dubai. Through it all, he reminds us why faith and gospel music remain the heartbeat of his life and career.And that’s not all! He gives us an inside look at his upcoming highly anticipated Black Tie Cinematic Symphonic in Los Angeles featuring an all-star lineup of gospel powerhouses: Yolanda Adams, Hezekiah Walker, Tye Tribbett, Israel Houghton, and more.You don’t want to miss this exclusive conversation filled with inspiration, behind-the-scenes stories, and powerful lessons about walking in purpose and staying true to your calling.Listen and subscribe now to the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast on Podomat
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Episode 336: Recording Artist 20XII Shares Her Story of Faith, Consistency and Resilience
26/09/2025 Duration: 19minOn this week’s Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast, meet 20XII (Twenty-Twelve) — the rising recording artist with a unique name and an even more powerful story.From Atlanta to Los Angeles, 20XII opens up about: ✨ How her faith sustains her in a tough business ✨ The importance of knowing who you are in a social media–driven world ✨ Why you must stay faithful and consistent to your calling ...and so much more.Don’t miss this inspiring conversation that will uplift, empower, and remind you that faith + perseverance = destiny!
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Episode 335: Gospel Comedian Trina Jeffrie aka Sister Cantaloupe Tells Her Story From the Church To Comedy pt. 2 (Rewind)
20/09/2025 Duration: 22minRewind Episode – Part 2Don’t miss this classic episode of the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast featuring the hilarious Gospel Comedian Trina Jeffrie, best known as Sister Cantaloupe. She opens up about her inspiring journey — from being a church girl to becoming an internationally recognized clean comedian. Hear how she created the unforgettable Sister Cantaloupe character, what sets a Gospel comedian apart from a Christian comedian, and so much more!Listen. Comment. Follow. Subscribe and Download FREE.#SisterCantaloupe #TrinaJeffrie #LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast #GospelComedy #Comedy
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Episode 334: Gospel Comedian Trina Jeffrie aka Sister Cantaloupe Tells Her Story From, the Church To Comedy pt. 1 (Rewind)
12/09/2025 Duration: 21minRewind Episode – Part 1 Don’t miss this classic episode of the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast featuring the hilarious Gospel Comedian Trina Jeffrie, best known as Sister Cantaloupe. She opens up about her inspiring journey — from being a church girl to becoming an internationally recognized clean comedian. Hear how she created the unforgettable Sister Cantaloupe character, what sets a Gospel comedian apart from a Christian comedian, and so much more!Listen. Comment. Follow. Subscribe and Download FREE.#SisterCantaloupe #TrinaJeffrie #LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast #GospelComedy #Comedy
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Episode 333: Remembering Legendary Gospel Quartet Artist Keith Wonderboy Johnson His Birthday Month
04/09/2025 Duration: 31minRewind Episode: Honoring Keith “Wonderboy” JohnsonIn September, we remember the late Keith “Wonderboy” Johnson, the beloved Gospel Quartet artist who passed away suddenly in 2022 at just 50 years old. The gospel world, his family, and fans everywhere were left in shock.In tribute, the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast is pulling from the vault my 2020 conversation with Keith. In this rewind episode, he shares his journey in gospel music, the story behind his then-latest song “Try Jesus,” how a chance meeting at White Castle led to his first record deal, his dream of becoming a basketball star, and even his days working on Wall Street.Keith was more than an artist—he was a father, son, label owner, songwriter, and most importantly, a true son of God. This episode is a heartfelt celebration of his legacy.Listen. Follow. Comment. Download FREE.Follow me on social media: Twitter/X: @linwoods Instagram & TikTok: @linwoods96 Facebook & LinkedIn: @Lin Woods#KeithWonderboyJohnson #GospelMusic #GospelQua
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Episode 332: Gospel's Otis Kemp Shares Deliverance from Drugs and Alcohol to Business and Music Success
29/08/2025 Duration: 19minTune in to this powerful rewind of the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast with guest, Stellar-nominated gospel artist, songwriter, and entrepreneur Otis Kemp of Miami.Otis opens up about his miraculous deliverance from drugs and alcohol, his rise as a successful businessman, and his journey to becoming a chart-topping recording artist committed to saving souls. You’ll also get the story behind his hit single “Everything” featuring Lena Byrd Miles.This is one conversation you don’t want to miss—real, raw, and inspiring.Get inspired. Listen now.Subscribe FREE. Download FREE.#OtisKemp #LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast #GospelMusic #Christianity #Inspirational #Faith #PodcastFollow Lin. Woods on:Facebook & LinkedIn: @Lin Woods Instagram & TikTok: @Linwoods96 X: @linwoods
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Episode 331: Christian Artist Dante Bowe Is Back After 2 Years and Doing It His Way With Welcome Home
23/08/2025 Duration: 21minDon’t miss this week’s must-hear episode of the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast!Grammy, Stellar, and Dove Award-winning singer, songwriter, worship leader, and producer Dante Bowe joins Lin. Woods to share his powerful journey. He opens up about life after his departure from Maverick City Music, how God exceeded his expectations, and a fun fact about him that just might surprise you (hint: it involves taste).Dante also talks about his live recording, collaborations with Tasha Cobbs Leonard and Tamela Mann, and how God led him to record his new album Welcome Home. Plus, a snippet of the single, Kid Again. You don’t want to miss this inspiring and transparent conversation!Listen. Follow. Subscribe. Download FREE.Visit our website: linwoodsinspiredmedia.com#LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast #DanteBowe #GospelMusic #ChristianMusic #NewMusic #WelcomeHome #TashaCobbsLeonard #TamelaMann #FaithAndMusic #GospelPodcast #KingdomMusic #MusicMinistry
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Episode 330: Gospel Legend Keith Pringle Talks Getting Whipped About Night Church, Playing For James Cleveland and Aretha's Dad, and His New Perfect Peace
16/08/2025 Duration: 25minOn this week’s Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast, gospel legend, singer, songwriter, and choir master Keith Pringle—the voice behind gospel classics “Call Him Up” and “Can’t Stop Praising His Name”—sits down with Lin. Woods for a powerful conversation.Keith shares his inspiring backstory, from getting “whipped about Night Church,” to playing piano for gospel pioneer James Cleveland, serving at Rev. C.L. Franklin’s church, filling in for legends Walter and Edwin Hawkins, and recording a fresh version of his church staple “Perfect Peace.”You’ll laugh, cry, and be uplifted by his stories, wisdom, and music.Don’t miss it—listen, follow, subscribe, and download FREE!Connect with Lin. Woods: Instagram & TikTok: @linwoods96 Facebook & LinkedIn: @Lin Woods X (Twitter): @linwoods #LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast #GospelMusic #KeithPringle #GospelLegend #FaithAndMusic #GospelEntertainment
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Episode 329: Viral Sensation, Singer Songwriter Darnel Alexander Talks Instant Stardom, Staying On Purpose and Missing Emotions
08/08/2025 Duration: 19minViral singing sensation Darnel Alexander—the man who racked up over 3 million views belting a Luther Vandross classic from his garage—joins host Lin. Woods on the Lin. Woods Inspired Media podcast!Darnel shares his powerful backstory, how one video changed everything, and why today’s music is often missing the emotion that connects to the soul. He opens up about staying on purpose, navigating the spotlight, and gives heartfelt advice to aspiring artists chasing their dreams.Listen now for music inspiration, industry insights, and a reminder that one authentic moment can touch millions.Listen, Follow, Subscribe, and Download for FREE!#LinWoodsInspiredMedia #ViralSensation #DarnelAlexanderMusic #LutherVandross #GaragePerformance #ViralMusic #MusicIndustryTalk #StayOnPurpose #AspiringArtists #MusicWithHeart #PodcastPromo #InspiringStories #MusicInspiration #ViralStar #LinWoodsGospelEntertainmentPodcast
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Episode 328: Gospel Recording Artist DAMITA Shares Battle With Cancer and Now Flying High!
02/08/2025 Duration: 28minThis week, Gospel singer, songwriter, and Stellar Award nominee DAMITA Chandler (aka DAMITA) joins Lin. Woods for a powerful, transparent, and faith-filled conversation you don’t want to miss on the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast.From her early days singing with her family and Voices of Unity, to her celebrated solo career, DAMITA shares her incredible gospel journey—and how faith carried her through a six-year battle with cancer, even as she fought through the pandemic and caught COVID.Now cancer-free, DAMITA opens up about ministry highs and lows, confronting sexism in the church, and why she’s more determined than ever to encourage young artists and anyone fighting sickness or opposition to stand your ground and keep believing.And the best part? She's ready to FLY! DAMITA shares the story behind her uplifting new single, “FLY,” a bold anthem of freedom, faith, overcoming and fresh beginnings.Don’t miss this inspiring episode of survival, strength, and soaring high again.Listen. Follow. Subscribe.
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Episode 327: Gospel Industry Network's Bishop Kenneth Wells Talks Surviving Infidelity, Book and Road to Healing
26/07/2025 Duration: 26minOn this powerful rewind episode of the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast, Bishop Kenneth Wells—President of the Gospel Industry Network—gets real and raw about overcoming infidelity, his deeply personal journey to healing, and his eye-opening book, “When Perfect Is Not: The Process of Healing From Infidelity.” This is one you’ll want to hear again—or for the first time.Tap in. Be inspired. Share with someone who needs this.
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Episode 326: LaTocha formerly of Xscape Shuts Out The Noise and Tells Her Gospel Truth (Rewind)
18/07/2025 Duration: 25minREWIND ALERT! We’re taking it back to a powerful episode of the Lin. Woods Gospel Entertainment Podcast you’ve got to hear again!I sat down with LaTocha—yes, the powerhouse vocalist from the platinum-selling R&B group Xscape—for an intimate and inspiring conversation. From singing in the church to taking the R&B and Hip-Hop worlds by storm, LaTocha shares her incredible journey of purpose, faith, and staying true to herself through the ups and downs of the music industry.She opens up about being mentored by gospel icon Shirley Caesar and the legendary Whitney Houston, staying grounded in her faith, working with Jermaine Dupri, and tuning out the noise of the industry.Plus, we talk about her launching a record label, her faith-filled cookbook, her gospel album, new music—and she drops some real wisdom for up-and-coming artists.Don’t miss this rewind of one of our most inspiring episodes!Follow us on social media for the latest updates and more exclusive content! Instagram: @Linwoods96, @Lin_Woods_Inspi