In this episode of Everybody Hates Church, Dr. Manning talks Love and Marriage with his amazing wife, First Lady LaVera Manning. Why is the divorce rate higher among those who claim to be Christians? In what ways has the church stumbled in preparing people for marriage, or helping people in marriage? Enjoy this candid and encouraging conversation with these two faith leaders who share over 18 years of marriage and ministry.

In this episode of Everybody Hates Church, Dr. Manning speaks with social media influencers Andre Crouch and Brookelynn Smith about the good, bad, and ugly of Dating in Church. How do we deal with the terrible dating pool, expectations for sex, purity culture and pressure for marriage in a way that honors God? How much of these issues have the church fumbled?

In this LIVE episode, Dr. Manning chats with Pastor Melech Thomas who gained national attention for referencing rap artist, Glorilla in his sermon. They discuss the challenges both preachers and congregants face, the importance of staying connected to the church despite its flaws, and how faith should include community engagement and social justice. The episode encourages listeners to embrace both personal spirituality and the communal aspects of faith.

In this episode of Everybody Hates Church, Dr. Manning sits down with Bible teacher Jennifer Lucy Tyler to discuss navigating disappointment through faith. They explore Psalm 23, the comfort found in God’s presence during trials, and the importance of compassion in light of global issues like the Israel-Palestine conflict. Sharing personal stories of infertility and career setbacks, they highlight how challenges can lead to spiritual growth and deeper reliance on God, encouraging listeners to find hope amidst life’s struggles.

In this episode of Everybody Hates Church, Dr. Manning sits down with Trevor Chen, president of Synergy Media Group and chapter president of Alpha Phi Alpha's Iota Alpha Lambda chapter, to discuss the intersection of Black Greek life (D9) and Christianity. They explore the trend of denouncing Greek organizations in church circles, reflecting on the emotional and spiritual complexities. The conversation highlights the sense of community these groups provide while encouraging listeners to engage with the cultural and spiritual nuances of this issue from a balanced perspective.

In this episode of Everybody Hates Church, Dr. Bobby Manning sits down with grammy nominated and stellar award winning gospel artist Anthony Brown to explore the tension between personal faith and public persona. They discuss the pitfalls of idolizing church leaders, the need for humility and accountability, and the church’s role as a place of healing, not judgment. Together, they encourage listeners to focus on their relationship with God, rather than the failures of others, while embracing grace and transformation in their faith journey.

In this LIVE episode, Dr. Manning chats with seminarian and social media influencer Asia Nicholson. Enjoy this fun conversation about how Gen Z engages in church, dating relationships, LGBTQIA issues, and more!

This episode is dedicated to our good friend and extraordinary talent Aaron Spears.