Before dawn broke over the colonies, one sixteen-year-old girl answered a call that could change everything.

As the Revolutionary War reaches New York and Connecticut, Sybil Ludington watches the conflict draw ever closer to home. With British forces advancing and Patriot communities living in constant uncertainty, she longs to do more than wait for others to defend the future. But when an urgent crisis unfolds, Sybil is faced with an impossible choice—remain where it's safe or step into the darkness, trusting God to guide her one mile at a time. Often called the female Paul Revere, Sybil's legendary midnight ride would become one of the Revolution's most remarkable, yet often overlooked, acts of courage.

Set against the mounting dangers of the Revolutionary War, Sybil Ludington "And the Fires Burn and Burn" is a thrilling cinematic audio drama of faith, courage, and extraordinary resolve. Inspired by the true story of sixteen-year-old Sybil Ludington, this episode reveals that history is often changed not by those seeking recognition, but by those willing to answer God's call. In a nation fighting for liberty, one young woman's obedience proves that courage is never measured by age, but by the willingness to say, "Here am I. Send me."

Featuring acclaimed voice talent including Rachel Hendrix (October Baby) as Abigail Adams, Cami Wickenhauser (The New Jim Crow: Majority Rules) as Sybil Ludington, Jonathan Stoddard (Crossroad Springs, Finding Faith) as John Adams, Kristen Grace Gonzalez (Divine Influencer, Sugarcreek Amish Mysteries) as Agent 355, Alex Kendrick (Lifemark, Overcomer, War Room) as George Washington, Stephanie Hong (Hit Man) as Mrs. Ludington, and Mark Oliver (We Are Marshall) as Colonel Ludington.

Created with immersive Dolby® Atmos sound design, a sweeping original orchestral score, and cinematic storytelling, Defiant Ones transports listeners into the heart of the American Revolution like never before.

Before America was born, women were already fighting for her.

Created by Beautifully Flawed Productions in partnership with The Washington Times, the Tea Party Patriots Foundation, and The Women In My World.

Premiering on The Washington Times.

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