Producer and MD Oscar shares his musical journey from a musical family and a life-changing encounter with the Holy Spirit, through residency at Upper Room, to producing worship and artist projects. The episode explores songwriting, spontaneous worship sets, and a fast-paced six-day album project with Abby and Aiden.

Listeners will get practical advice on getting started as a producer, the importance of collaboration and authenticity, how to choose a producer, and the value of being present in family life while pursuing creative work.

Welcome to a deeply moving episode of the Song Lab Podcast, hosted by Michael Mauldin. In this episode, Michael welcomes Ian McCormack, a minister with a powerful testimony that has touched lives worldwide. Ian shares his extraordinary near-death experience after being stung by deadly box jellyfish, a moment that led him to encounter the profound love and presence of God.

Listen as Ian recounts his spiritual journey, moving from atheism to faith, while vividly describing his visions of heaven and the transformative power of prayer and forgiveness. Ian's story is not just about survival but also about the eternal perspective that reshaped his life, encouraging listeners to connect deeper with God's love and mission.

Whether you're a person of faith or still searching, this episode offers insights into embracing love, forgiveness, and the hope of a new life through divine grace.

In this episode of the Song Lab Podcast, hosts Michael and Meredith Mauldin explore the profound importance of stewarding one's heart amidst life's challenges. The conversation delves into the spiritual and emotional intricacies of guarding the heart, using biblical figures like King David as a guiding example.

Michael and Meredith share personal experiences of handling betrayal, disappointment, and bitterness, drawing parallels to David's heartfelt expressions in the Psalms. They emphasize how confronting these feelings with God, rather than spreading them, can lead to personal healing and transformation.

Listeners are encouraged to pursue radical love and forgiveness, recognizing the significance of an unoffended heart in navigating modern life's complexities. The episode concludes with a prayer, inviting listeners to seek divine assistance in maintaining a clean heart and transforming their struggles into testimonies of victory.

In this episode of the Song Lab podcast, Michael and Meredith Mauldin dive into the often daunting yet transformative experience of transitions. Drawing from personal stories and biblical narratives, they discuss how transitions can stir up emotions and beliefs, challenging our faith and patience.

Michael and Meredith explore the concept that worry can be a form of pride, highlighting the importance of relinquishing control to God. They share insights on how to navigate transitions by staying anchored in faith, embracing worship, and addressing any bitterness that might arise from past experiences. Through their heartfelt conversation, they emphasize the power of songs to serve as anchors and faith-stirrers during uncertain times.

Join the Mauldin duo as they offer encouragement and practical advice for anyone facing a transition, reminding us that God is faithful, and every transition is an opportunity for growth and deeper connection with Him.

Welcome to the Song Lab podcast, hosted by Michael Mauldin. In this captivating episode, Michael welcomes Dr. Laura Sanger, an esteemed author who delves into the complex intersections of worship, sound frequencies, and spiritual warfare. Dr. Sanger discusses her groundbreaking work tracing the roots of the Federal Reserve to the Nephilim, a narrative that challenges conventional understanding and explores the ongoing 'seed war' from biblical times to today.

Discover how worship has been manipulated throughout history, and the profound impact of sound frequencies on human consciousness. Dr. Sanger shares her insights on how modern music's tuning could be affecting our spiritual and physical well-being, and introduces the concept of returning to a purer form of sound to align with divine frequencies.

Join this enlightening conversation that encourages listeners to examine the mixture in their lives and calls worshippers to purity and truth. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the deeper spiritual implications of worship and sound in our modern age.

In this episode I interview instrument maker and missionary, Caleb Byerly. Caleb's story is one of the most inspiring tales of following God I've ever encountered. I'd describe him as the Indiana Jones of the spirit!

If you've ever wanted to follow God through dreams and visions into the wide unknown, then this story is for you! Hear how an entire people group gets saved through the pursuit of God as he lead Caleb to make an extinct instrument that had been the source of an ancient prophecy from a hidden tribe!

Enjoy!

Welcome to the Song Lab podcast, hosted by Michael Mauldin. In this captivating episode, we continue our conversation with Ray Hughes, exploring the theme of "Reawakening Wonder".

Michael and Ray dive deep into the creative ruts often found in church music, discussing why the church tends to stick to familiar songs and how fear stifles creative expression. Ray shares his wisdom on songwriting, urging listeners to allow "old silences" to speak and to write songs that challenge the status quo, invoking courage and authenticity.

Michael and Ray also touch on the current cultural landscape, discussing the impact of trauma in music and the potential for a new wave of creativity that brings life and legacy.

Join us for an inspiring conversation that encourages songwriters, artists, and creatives to break free from fear, embrace authenticity, and create transformative works that reflect the infinite nature of God.

This is such an important Podcast! In this episode, we have a special guest who has profoundly influenced our lives—Ray Hughes. Known as a prophetic music historian, poet, and artist, Ray has been a guiding voice for us, offering wisdom and revelation to explore God through the arts.

Join us as we uncover the mysteries of sound, the song of the land, the importance of creativity, and the need to restore wonder in our lives.