The Brian Donahue Podcast

The Athena Wilson Story, Part 2Part 2 This week, Pastor Brian shares the rest of Athena's story surrounding her drug addiction, but it's not the end of the story! She is a survivor and an overcomer! Her story is still being written one day at a time, but now there is hope, a family, and a future that continues to get brighter… 19 Oct 2026
1:20:44 The Athena Wilson StoryPart 1 We all have a story. We're all on a journey. This week, Pastor Brian welcomes his next door neighbor and friend, Athena Wilson to the show. Her story is unbelievable, hard, and filled with close calls and a resolution that proves the power of the human spirit to overcome. You don't want to… 12 Oct 2026
57:16 Pastor Gary Bush Jr.A Conversation Ever wonder what pastors talk about when they get together for coffee? In this episode, Brian welcomes his good friend and fellow pastor, Gary Bush Jr., to his podcast studio to talk about life and about an issue that many pastors are reconsidering and trying to help others do… 5 Oct 2026
56:48 Patreon Preview!It's Preview Time! In this special episode, Pastor Brian gives a preview of some of the extra content he is producing on his Patreon page! Listen to a "special Trek recommendation" - a "hot take" on a recent Strange New Worlds episode, and a Bible study as he shares one of his favorite stories… 28 Sep 2026
36:53 Tony GuzmanTrek and Faith Pastor Brian welcomes Tony Guzman — professor, husband, father, Trekkie, and man of deep faith — for a lively, heartfelt conversation that blends Star Trek fandom with spiritual reflection. Tony brings warmth, wisdom, and plenty of Trek knowledge to the mic as he and Brian explore… 21 Sep 2026
53:48 Todd VanGorder: The ReturnCelebrating the 60th Anniversary of Trek Pastor Brian's good buddy and fellow Trekkie returns to talk about the experience of watching Star Trek 2: The Wrath of Khan on the BIG screen in celebration of the 60th Anniversary of Trek! They had a blast watching TOS episode Space Seed and the classic… 14 Sep 2026
1:06:31 The State of TrekKeeping the Faith Pastor Brian takes a thoughtful and passionate look at the state of Trek today—where the franchise has come, where it seems to be heading, and what he hopes the future holds for the stories and characters we love. And, of course, Pastor Brian talks about his all-time favorite Star… 31 Aug 2026
24:00 Jonathan Pike: The Search For TruthTrek and Faith What happens when you bring two Trekkies together for a conversation about faith, family, adversity, and the stories that inspire us? You get a great conversation with my special guest, Jonathan Pike! Jonathan is a Trekkie, husband, father, and—most importantly—an all-around great… 24 Aug 2026
41:59 Joe GrayTrekkie and Author This week, Pastor Brian welcomes a very special guest: Trekkie, author, and fellow sci-fi fan Joe Gray! Joe joins the conversation to share his all-time favorite Star Trek episode—but, as you might expect, the conversation doesn’t stay in the final frontier for long. What begins… 17 Aug 2026
44:05 TJ JeznachTrekkie, Dad, Podcaster This week, I’m joined by special guest TJ Jeznach, fellow podcaster, Trekkie, and someone whose knowledge of Star Trek is—quite frankly—VAST! TJ and I dive into his all-time favorite episode of Trek, and from there, the conversation takes off into all kinds of fun territory… 13 Aug 2026
29:22 Marissa AnneThe Doctor and Learning About Life What happens when two Star Trek fans sit down to talk about a favorite episode? Well… you never quite know where the conversation will boldly go! On the latest episode of The Brian Donahue Podcast, I’m joined by special guest Marissa Anne, a teacher and fellow… 3 Aug 2026
48:58 New Season, New AdventuresWorking through adversity Season 2 debuts with Pastor Brian sharing a story from his recent family vacation. You don't want to miss how he brings Star Trek into the adventure and all the mishaps that happened along the way as he traveled through New York, Maine, and Massachusetts. This podcast is a… 27 Jul 2026
34:29 #17 - Derek Tyler AtticoIn the latest episode of The Brian Donahue Podcast , Brian is joined by the acclaimed author of The Autobiography of Benjamin Sisko . Together they explore the intersection of Star Trek, personal history, and the power of storytelling in a thoughtful and uplifting discussion. Listen now for a… 11 Jun 2026
59:50 #16 - Patrick Brennan, The Visitor, and Experiencing LossPastor Brian is joined by Trekkie Patrick Brennan , who shares his favorite episode from Star Trek: The Original Series —a moment of nostalgia for longtime fans. Pastor Brian reflects on the Deep Space Nine episode “The Visitor,” opening up a heartfelt conversation about grief, love, and the ways… 8 Jun 2026
38:23 #15 - Payton Donahue and Hard WorkThis week on The Brian Donahue Podcast , Pastor Brian welcomes a very special guest—his daughter, Payton Joy Donahue . Payton brings her trademark enthusiasm as she opens up about her fandoms, the things she loves, and how her faith shapes the way she engages with the world around her. Pastor Brian… 1 Jun 2026
27:41 #14 - Chuck Engelhardt and Being CourageousStarting something new takes courage. Whether it’s launching a ministry, beginning a new job, or stepping into a calling that feels bigger than you, fear is natural — but faith is transformational. Brian encourages listeners to trust God in the uncertainty, reminding us that some of the greatest… 25 May 2026
45:10 #13 - Jonathan Pike and GraceGet ready for a brand new episode! In this installment, I'm opening up about a recent personal experience where I truly needed some grace and reflection, and I'll be sharing insights on how we, as individuals, can cultivate and extend grace to those around us in our daily lives. I'm thrilled to… 18 May 2026
22:54 #12 - Melissa Bartell and Finding Common GroundPastor Brian welcomes Melissa Bartell to the podcast to talk about her favorite all-time episode of Star Trek and it turned into a conversation about finding common ground across political, economical, and religious lines. Finding the things we agree upon can open the door for deeper relationship… 11 May 2026
25:29 #11 - Carrie Schwent and TablesCarrie Schwent, associate producer for The 7th Rule Podcast, master crafter, and limerick writer joins Pastor Brian for a fun and whimsical discussion about her favorite Trek episode of all time! Pastor Brian shares about the importance, power, and influence that tables can have in building… 4 May 2026
26:07 The 10th One: Mona Mehas and Second ChancesBrian welcomes special guest, author and poet, Mona Mehas on the show to talk about her all-time favorite episode of Star Trek! He also shares about the first time he ever saw Robin Curtis in person and his silly reaction! Check it out, because the conversation is fun and you might just learn… 27 Apr 2026
24:03 The Civil Rights Movement and Rejecting HatredIn this special episode, Pastor Brian describes a recent experience in Birmingham, Alabama where his family participated in a commemorative service at St. Paul United Methodist Church. They were celebrating and remembering the Palm Sunday March from 63 years ago. It was a powerful and stirring… 21 Apr 2026
30:19 The 8th One: Bob Robinson and Boldly Pursuing Your DreamsNeighbor, friend, fellow pastor, and podcast host of The Re-Integrate Podcast joins Pastor Brian for a discussion about one of the greatest films of all time and a couple not so great films. They get really Trekkie, as Trekkies often do when they live in the same neighborhood! Plus, Brian talks… 13 Apr 2026
40:02 The 7th One: Adeena Mignogna and ThankfulnessSci-Fi Author, Podcaster, and Engineer Adeena Mignogna joins Pastor Brian for and extra Trekkie discussion about her favorite Trek! Pastor Brian encourages us to live life with a thankful heart. Finding and/or remembering the good in your life can be a life-line to carrying on even through… 6 Apr 2026
46:05 The 6th One: Joe Pombo and Staying CoachablePastor Brian welcomes Trekkie and podcaster, Joe Pombo to share his favorite Trek episode of all-time. Brian gives a special message from his van while watching his son's first baseball practice of the season. Staying coachable is key to living a life that grows in wisdom and humility. We should… 30 Mar 2026
30:50 The 5th One: Transitions and New SeasonsPastor Brian shares about the season of transition he has been in over the last year and the new season ahead. Anxiety can often overwhelm us in the midst of change, especially when it seems like there is chaos happening in the world around us. Peace is attainable, though, if we find it in Jesus… 24 Mar 2026
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