Celebrating 15 Years of “The Boundless Show”: Episode 782 The podcast turns 15 years old, plus founder Steve Watters on how the show started, and Lisa Anderson recounts several favorite episode moments Featured musical artist:   Liz Vice Roundtable: Happy 15th Birthday to “The Boundless Show”! Exactly 15 years ago today, on January 26, 2008, the first episode of “The Boundless Show” went live. We appreciate the ways you, the listener, have supported this podcast and made this special anniversary possible. To celebrate what God has done, we’re recapping some amazing memories and moment ..read more

How therapy can improve your life, plus Debbie Laaser on trauma recovery, and hope for a strained sibling relationship. Featured musical artist:  About a Mile Roundtable: When to Look for a Counselor Counseling isn’t just for people in crisis. All of us need a personal growth tune-up from time to time, and occasionally the best wisdom might come from a good Christian counselor. How can you know when it might be a good season to get help? And what should you look for in finding a counselor who’s a good fit? Our panel of three experienced counselors will share tips for making counseling ..read more

Small but measurable changes in productivity, plus the state of the pro-life movement post-Dobbs, and how to avoid online scams. Featured musical artist:  Jonathan Cain  Roundtable: How to Increase Your Productivity When you consider your habits and goals from 2022, what went well? What areas still need improvement? As we settle into a rhythm for 2023, our guests share small changes they’re making to accomplish their goals in the new year. Listen to the discussion on cutting the clutter, managing your time, and being more productive; then implement strategies for taking your own p ..read more

Setting relational goals in the new year, plus Jeanine Amapola’s breakup recovery tips, and how to politely say “no” to a second date. Featured musical artist: Love and the Outcome  Roundtable: Goals for Your Relationships Since a new year usually prompts conversations around goals and resolutions, we thought it would be fun to discuss our relational goals for the next 12 months. Whether in dating, friendship, family, or just general communication and interpersonal prowess, our guests take a look back at their relationships in 2022, the areas they hope to grow in this year, and how to ..read more

Ideas for a successful first date, plus popular misconceptions about dating, and the dangers of seeing every guy as a potential spouse. Featured musical artist:  Austin Stone Worship  Roundtable: First Date Strategies for Success You’re going on a first date! Just the thought sparks more questions than answers. Will we have a good conversation? Will he be a gentleman? Is she who I think she is? To help make your first date experience better, we brought in a group of friends to share some dos and don'ts for making a good first impression, infusing fun into whatever you do, having a ..read more

Expressing your faith on social media and in person, plus more from Tim Challies on processing grief, and should a breakup be part of your story? Featured musical artist:  Abandon Roundtable: Living Your Faith Online and IRL As Christians, our identity is in Christ, so there’s no way we can separate our faith from who we are and what we do. As such, our faith is reflected in everything, including our interactions with others. As we consider how we show up in relationships — whether real or virtual — what should that look like? How do we set the tone, language, actions and reactions to ..read more

Christmas shopping on a budget, plus blogger Tim Challies on processing grief, and appropriate age gaps for dating. Featured musical artist: Ecclesia  Roundtable: A Budget-Conscious Christmas Are you still trying to finish your Christmas shopping? You’re not the only one. And with inflation and other financial pressures, gift-giving this year can seem more of a burden than a blessing. But what if truly meaningful gifts aren’t always the most expensive ones? Our panel shares ideas for fun and creative Christmas gifts and activities that will still leave money in your pocket. Culture: G ..read more

Are you a planner or more spontaneous? Plus, five instincts of masculinity, and is it normal to be regularly annoyed at your boyfriend? Featured musical artist: Hollyn  Roundtable: Structure or Spontaneity?  While some people map out their daily routines, others prefer to be more “off the cuff” and ready for anything. Each tendency has strengths and weaknesses. Our panelists share their unique approaches to life, how they both maximize and guard their temperaments, and how they flex to accommodate those who are different. Culture: 5 Masculine Instincts and What They Mean What does it ..read more

Honoring people of different generations, plus going eyes wide open into marriage, and what if your parents don’t like your significant other? Featured musical artist:  Kerrie Roberts Roundtable: Showing Honor to Other Generations Gen X, Baby Boomers, Gen Z and Millennials. Every generation is distinctive, each with its unique perspectives, habits, and cultural references. Is it possible for these generations to learn from each other and even — wait for it — get along? Members of four generations sit at the table this week to discuss the hallmarks of their own “tribe” but also to appro ..read more

Overcoming the fear of commitment, plus tips for being a better communicator, and is asking a guy out for coffee too forward? Featured musical artist:  David Dunn  Roundtable: Overcoming the Fear of Commitment Should I take that job? Can I serve in this ministry? Is it time to pop the question? It’s good to ask such questions, but they can also spark a reluctance to commit. Deciding to commit to something or someone can be an intimidating thing, but if you don’t want to sit on the sidelines of life, at some point you have to make a decision. Our guests share examples of how they’v ..read more