Unashamed with the Robertson Family

Guests Matt Lyda of Nine Line Apparel and Jay Stone of Duck Commander talk about the veterans-only duck hunt that got Si back in the blind after beating COVID. An explosion nearby brings the ducks in. Phil breaks the “Robertson Code” of not telling your brothers what to do. Jay talks about Si's struggle with COVID. And Matt tells the story of Nine Line Apparel, his salvation, and how he uses his platform to reach others.

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Phil and Jase answer a listener’s question about hunting public land, then tell their own public land story, where they learned some of the more peculiar Texas hunting laws. Phil gives a duck identification lesson to a Texas wildlife agent. The guys talk about the danger in looking for self-worth in social media and using reconciliation over condemnation.

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Phil, Jase, and Al talk to former New England Patriot Matt Light and ex-MLB player Adam LaRoche about the flawless prank they played on Chiefs fullback Anthony Sherman. They reveal the weeks of meticulous planning behind the prank and the one moment that made it all worth it. Jase tells the hilarious story of the time Adam's wife offered him a massage and recalls the time they had an all-night Bible study. And the guys relive Robertson household pranks and discuss the importance of protecting the innocent.

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Phil doesn't want Bernie Sanders in his boat, even in meme form. The guys talk duck-season grub and how Popeyes stacks up to Chick-fil-A. Jase weighs in on the GameStop story, hedge-fund shorts, and what he thinks of timing the stock market. Phil explains how to rob a beehive and how he learned that "Ripley's Believe It or Not!" was wrong: Bees do indeed sting at night. He also tells his version of the story Si told on his "Duck Call Room" podcast about the 27 bees that left his butt in a world of hurt.

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Jase says more power to the retail investors who went up against hedge funds shorting GameStop, but he's sticking with long-term investments. Phil, Jase, and Al look at what the Bible says about investing and acquiring wealth, and Jase finds a parable in Luke that makes for a good stock market analogy. The guys also discuss what the Bible tells Christians about tattoos, why you don't want to mess around with the Holy Spirit, hypocrisy in those who represent heaven, the stock market in your heart, and whether you can make the argument that scaring the hell out of people is biblical.

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Phil gets talked into going on one last duck hunt of the season with a less than ideal crew, but he's pleasantly surprised. Jase talks about an argument over a duck hole and uses it as an example of how to keep your priorities straight and how to approach a potentially violent situation with grace. Phil brings up the idea that the church — not the government — should take care of the poor.

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Phil doesn't remember ever running out of gas, but Jase sure does, and it reminds him of how he used to siphon gas for Phil. Al recalls the last time he burned an egg carton. And speaking of burning things, for a guy who doesn't own a cellphone, Phil knows a lot about viral explosion videos. Jase is not a fan of churches that will only baptize you if you "join." The guys also talk about the world's sorriest gas cans, and they answer two audience questions: Why did God put atheists on the Earth, and do you need to be baptized again if you fall away from your walk with God? 

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Phil, Jase, and Al have a whole lot to say about persecuting believers, those who look down on Christians, and the spirit of boldness that emerges when the culture tries to shut you down and shut you up. Al says they're coming for us, and they want to redefine misinformation and stop "this thing" from spreading. Would Martin Luther King Jr.'s message be tolerated in today's culture? Jase finds a blueprint in Acts 4 for how to respond to persecution, and he shares a recent deli encounter that drew an unexpected crowd.

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Phil shares Jesus with a guy they call Evil Eye, and Evil Eye helps Al identify the bullet found near his pool. Jase spots a sandhill crane lost in the fog and ponders what it can teach us about people who lose their way and get off track. Phil shares a verse that underscores just how much God loves us. And the guys discuss censorship, why we need superheroes, the one thing that scares the daylights out of Jep Robertson, meeting Tim Tebow's wife, and what Jep did to impress Tebow.

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Jase's obstacle-filled "triduckathon" includes wading through a sea of raccoon crap and doing battle with a ball of fire ants. The guys remember the time Willie's expensive coffee was ruined when someone mistook him for a homeless person, and Phil recalls being directed to a shelter. Jase offers a blueprint for reaching people with Jesus and describes his pivotal "stand-up moment." And Al closes it out with a challenge for Unashamed Nation.

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Phil doesn't know much about PayPal, but he's pretty sure "he ain't my pal." Jase spots a remarkable fashion trend among preachers. When a leak starts to flood the Unashamed Lair, Phil fixes it in true redneck style. He also witnesses a field planted for him in a way he's never seen. And the guys discuss church leaders and sexual immorality, guarding yourself against extramarital affairs, and how it can harm the message of Christ when Christian leaders embrace sin.

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Jase recalls getting showered with four-letter words when he was in D.C. for Trump's inauguration. Phil is fed up with political corruption, and the guys offer powerful and encouraging words for anyone who feels beaten down by politics and the election season. Jase has a scenario that's true for God and Liam Neeson. And Al is sure that if Phil hadn't taken a bold stand for his beliefs at an event, Duck Commander would have never become the company it did.

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Jase attends a wedding that includes a flash mob, but he doesn't know what it is. He also reveals that he loves weddings for reasons you might not expect. Phil and Jase discuss the bride of Christ and compare spiritual marriage to your union with your spouse. Jase is the most nervous he's been in years when he finds out that Missy has been listening to the podcast. The guys talk about falling in love with Jesus, Holy Spirit symbolism in the Bible, and the true meaning of Acts. And Phil is seeing plenty of hot wind in church buildings but not a whole lot of fire.

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Phil unveils his theory on why we still can't get enough toilet paper and paper towels. Jase finally finds his favorite brand of paper towels, but there's a twist he didn't see coming. The guys dive into Acts 2 and how the disciples were given the ability to be heard in all languages. Jase offers his response to "What would Jesus do?" Phil makes a pitch for what to put on church signs. And Zach and Jase discuss the dangers of making a name for yourself. God often uses the last person you'd expect, in a way you'd never choose. But if people speaking different languages can't stop the spread of the Gospel, censorship can't stop it either.

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Phil still isn't a CBD oil exec, but is he serving 15 years in prison? Facebook hasn't fact-checked it yet, so it must be true. Jase has a theory about why the scam artists picked Phil's face for the CBD hoax. Phil considers the influence of the Father of Lies, Al talks about the Parler shutdown and where we're headed, and Zach points out the kingdom work being done online. Jase has been censored for "sensitive" content before, but he's pumped about his Jesus ground game. And the guys discuss the Holy Spirit as the ultimate ace card, why Judas betrayed Jesus, and why seeing miracles isn't enough to save someone.

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Jase has yet another encounter with law enforcement, and frankly, Phil can see why. Phil lays out exactly what it means that "the kingdom of heaven is near," and he's got all the verses to back it up. Jase talks about the greatest comeback story in the history of comeback stories. The guys start their study of Acts, discuss the messiness of the church, and explain why following Jesus is a movement, not a monument. And Zach gets some unexpected encouragement from Phil and Al.

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Phil refuses to bow to any man and offers a timely reminder that God's Word can't be stopped by the forces of evil. Jase addresses the Christian role in battling tyranny. Al has a strong message for the tech oligarchs: We're unstoppable. Zach sees godly men and women forgetting the foundation of what God did for us and discusses why our faith isn't built on nationalism or socialism. The guys approach conspiracy theories from a biblical perspective. And Jase proposes a new political party.

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Jase finds the warmest pair of gloves ever, and he doesn't care who knows that they're really made for women. He also shares the next chapter in the story of the cameraman with commitment issues. Phil performs an accidental exorcism with remarkable results, and the guys tackle a couple of questions from the audience: What are ghosts, and why are they here?

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Phil, Jase, and Al welcome Yeti's Sloane Brown to share his powerful story about addiction, recovery, and finding God in the outdoors. Jase scares an intern on a duck hunt. Phil makes one of the top shots of the year. The guys talk about how God reveals himself and living a lifestyle that's good for the soul. And Jase inspires a "Jerry Maguire" moment and cautions against getting your theology from an old Western.

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Phil believes we may be seeing the fall of America, but it's not over yet. Phil, Jase, and Al share much-needed hope for Americans and offer a Jesus-centered perspective on the violence at the U.S. Capitol and turmoil in our republic.

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Phil stuns the whole family when he shows up at Miss Kay's birthday party with a gift in hand, and it just gets more shocking from there. Jase messes with Missy after she tells him they aren't exchanging gifts. Phil refuses to watch comedy movies, including Jase's pick, "Nacho Libre." Jase explains why being a spokesman for Jesus is nonnegotiable. And Phil lays it down: Hunting for your dinner is biblical, and so is eating meat.

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Jase and Phil offer advice for anyone going through a relationship breakup. Jase explores the difference between male and female — ahem — ducks. Al and Jase remember attending President Trump's 2016 inauguration, and with Al's birthday coming up, they recall his short-lived birthday tradition. The guys discuss how to respond to churches that preach hate and why there's no place for racism in Christianity. And Phil points out a big flaw in the belief that we each have our own truth.

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Jase has a run-in with the game wardens. Miss Kay gets a homeless man a motel room for his last night on Earth. Phil may be single-handedly keeping the encyclopedia salesmen in business. Jase trades a duck hunt for some fine steaks but finds there's an even bigger reward. Jase and Phil offer a reminder that you don't need a crazy conversion story or wild testimony to share Jesus. And Jase and Al use the disciples to show that God has called us to NOT live an isolated life.

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Phyllis returns to the Unashamed Lair to talk about trial by fire in the duck blind, shooting decoys, and who she sides with in Jase's Christmas argument with Missy. Jase reveals a few of his favorite things about Christmas — and a few things he just can't stand, including regifting woes and the plague of Christmas stockings and garlands. Phil shares his recipe for fried wood duck, Al rejects the idea of canceling Christmas, and Jase wants to switch the countdown to midnight from New Year's Eve to Christmas Eve. Merry Christmas, Unashamed Nation! 

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Jase reveals the duck-hunting secret that always blows people's minds and somehow manages to get into the mind of a duck. The guys discuss why, as Christians, we're always able to find joy, even in the most turbulent times. Jase spends two days metal detecting in the Arkansas snow. And Phil looks to God's example to answer a question many people have: "How do we love the unlovable?"

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Phil loves a good nap during duck season, but one in particular left him wildly disoriented. Miss Kay finds mold in the closet, and Phil discovers the problem is much bigger. Phil's dogs take on Phyllis' dingo, and Phil can't get enough of it. Jase talks about God's idea of world peace and the controversial verse about forgiveness in John 20. And Phil, Jase, Al, and Zach discuss the Resurrection as they get ready to finish their study of the Book of John.

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Phil and Jase tell the story of their "duck jewelry" collection. Phil admits to the boneheaded thing he did to prove his manhood. Zach thinks the discovery of Jesus' empty tomb would have been written very differently if it was fiction. Jase is fascinated by the bells and whistles of Jesus' glorified body and dismayed that there are people who really don't know where chocolate milk comes from. Al explains why we should call ourselves the X-Men. And Jase reveals what he'd say if he was arrested and interrogated for following Jesus.

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Phil explains why the Robertsons speak so freely about their past mistakes and shares the prayer he says more often these days. Jase receives a powerful update after saying a prayer in Kansas and offers a theory about Taylor Swift's new album. Phil, Jase, Al, and Zach also discuss where we're at as a culture, the new "science" that rejects objective truth, and the likelihood of "Unashamed" getting censored or canceled for its focus on the truth.

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Miss Kay and Lisa Robertson sit down in the Unashamed Lair with Phil and Al. After roasting Jase in his absence, the ladies open up about what it's really like to be a Robertson woman. Miss Kay reveals what attracted her to Phil, what she had against nice boys, how their first date went, and why Phil dumped her when they were teenagers. Lisa explains how she and Al got together, what their relationship was like when she just thought she was a Christian, and how she told Al the truth about her affair. This sets the stage for a candid discussion of the ways we justify sin, living a double life, and the desperate moments that lead to healing when we cry out for God.

Desperate Forgiveness: https://www.amazon.com/Desperate-Forgiveness-Al-Robertson/dp/1589970314

Happy, Happy, Happy: https://www.amazon.com/Happy-Life-Legacy-Duck-Commander/dp/1476726108

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Phil remembers thinking Dan's dad might be an angel, so of course he had to ask. Al recalls driving his cheap car 3 miles in reverse. The guys are joined by Mike Kellett, an elder who preaches with Al at WFR Church. Al reveals his favorite line about their community of believers. And they discuss what Christianity is in its simplest form, the seven last sayings of Jesus on the cross, how to forgive someone who's wronged you terribly, what we can learn from the relationship between Jesus and Mary, and what people think about on their deathbeds.

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Jase talks about a powerful and graphic sermon that details what happened to Jesus on the cross and how to truly understand what Jesus did for us. Phil, Jase, and Al discuss sin and guilt, dying without Jesus, and when God gives us a last chance. Phil recalls speaking to prisoners about sin and will never forget a man who died shortly after refusing to acknowledge his sin. And there's no doubt in Al's mind what the three darkest days in human history were.

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Jase devises a plan to manipulate Si's behavior in the duck blind. Phil talks about why there are so many duck-blind conversions. And the guys discuss how to love Jesus more than fishing, preachers who rail against people who skip church, what God looks like, the significance of communion, house churches, and why the Lord's Supper became more special during the pandemic. Jase also explains why pews are "of the devil" and suggests a good way to get rid of them.

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Jase uses five crisp $100 bills to motivate John Godwin and Jay Stone to kick duck season up a notch. Phil, Jase, and Al weigh in on the difference between joy and happiness, how you can experience joy in bad times, and how to be content in all circumstances. Al counsels against depending on other people for your joy. The guys answer a question about prayer and the coronavirus. And Jase inadvertently violates social-distancing rules in an Austin store.

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Si Robertson grabs a seat in the Unashamed Lair to share the big news about the debut of his new podcast, Duck Call Room, on Thursday, Dec. 3. Phil tries to troubleshoot Si's cellphone problems and gets Si to reveal how he'd react to being greeted by a holy kiss. Jase explains what happened to all the money from the Robertsons' Christmas album. The guys share the one thing you shouldn't tell Phil when cameras are about to roll. And Si tells tales of his time overseas, including giving last rites to deer in Germany. One thing's for sure: You can't script Si.

Si's Duck Call Room podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/duck-call-room/id1541274724

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Phil and Jase have a fire in their bellies, and they can't shut up about it. Jase shares an awesome story about how you never know who you might reach when you share Jesus. Al remembers the time he got Miss Kay's car impounded. Jase describes the unique way Missy got into his truck for their stinky first date and how they flunked their premarital compatibility test. Something very fishy happened on Al and Lisa's first date. And Phil remembers dates with Miss Kay involving hitchhiking and Uncle Si as the third wheel.  

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Jase shares the tale of the closest he ever came to being arrested, and while he insists he did nothing wrong, Al isn't so sure. Phil and Al fact-check the social media posts that claim Phil is running a CBD oil business. But first, Mia whips up a gourmet meal for the family, and Jase is shocked. And the guys discuss women who hunt, why the Bible is a bestselling book, Pilate and the truth in John 18, and politicians and the truth in 2020.

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Jase tumbles into the pool with his dog while chasing a wild opossum and has a bizarre run-in with the clerk at a convenience store counter. Phil suspects you never quite get over being marked by California. Jase shares the graphic reason he stays out of New Orleans. Phil reveals the secret to what makes his duck and dressing so good. And Phil, Jase, and Al talk about the journalist who brags about taking "Duck Dynasty" down, but is that really what happened?

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Duck season is here, Phyllis joins the ranks, and Si is back to his old ways. Jase perfects his technique to avoid unwanted kisses from strangers. Phil, Jase, and Al are concerned about the emotional toll of the coronavirus and cooped-up kids spending more time on devices. Jase points to a Bible verse about cellphones and says his daughter can now laugh about losing cellphone privileges. And Al highlights one of the most chilling moments in the Bible.

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Phil's daughter, Phyllis, enters the Unashamed Lair with her artist husband, Tony, and it's clear they fit right in. Tony has a warning about why you have to be careful about what you say in front of Phil, Jase, and Al. Phil shares a lesson he learned about having junk out in his yard. Phyllis and Tony recall the first time they visited West Monroe before Phil knew who they were, and they talk about overcoming hardship and maintaining faith. Tony reveals he went to church for decades without hearing the Gospel and shares a few meaningful pieces he painted. And the Robertsons have plenty of proof that Phyllis is one of them, right down to what she does with her toes!

Tony Thomas Art: https://tonythomasart.com/

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Jase and Al revisit their childhood scuffles, shenanigans, and roughhousing, including exploding ammo and Willie's near-deadly baton. Phil, Jase, and Al explain why they love using Bible concordances, why we shouldn't retreat from evil, and which sermons they avoid like the plague. And Phil predicts a totalitarian future where hollering about Jesus can't be taken for granted.

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Duck season always brings complaints and bickering — we're looking at you, Si Robertson. Jase recalls having a few conflicts with people at Duck Commander who wouldn't stay in their lanes, and he describes the duck call that violated his fundamental rule. Al is fascinated by the water from Chuck Norris' artesian well, and that reminds Jase of two memes that owe their viral reach to Jesus. And Phil, Jase, and Al weigh in on an audience question: Why did Jesus pray to the Father?

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Jase finds the authoritarian Thanksgiving restrictions in California and Oregon absurd, and Phil has a pretty good idea where the rules are coming from and where they're headed. Al is sick of the mask hypocrisy from the "orange man bad" crowd. The guys are fed up with coronavirus restrictions being used to go after believers, and they're not expecting Joe Biden to keep any of his "kumbaya" promises. But first, Phil, Jase, and Al are unashamed to hunt and eat game despite Morrissey's refusal to do a TV appearance with them. The guys drool over Phil's hamburger recipe, but Jase has one good reason he likes vegetarians. And with duck season about to start, Phil and Jase have never seen this many ducks.

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Phil and Jase spend all year getting ready for duck season, but when it finally rolls around, Miss Kay and Missy have a name for it: "The Ordeal." Jase highly recommends having the duck-hunting conversation before you get married. The guys also answer audience questions about how a young family can focus on Jesus in the home, how to end a struggle with sin after you repent, and how to share Jesus with a homosexual friend or family member.

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Phil and Jase talk about creative (and delicious!) ways to cook deer, why eating game is biblical, and why young deer are way better than big bucks. Phil likes to eat wild game, but mounting it on the wall isn't really his thing. Jase explains the concept of email to Phil. The guys respond to a question that comes up when we go public about the Gospel: "Who do you think you are?" And Phil laments that in today's culture, the "truth" doesn't include Jesus.

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Willie's well-stocked pond sets the stage for Jase and Stone's redneck rivalry. The Robertsons have strong feelings about serving dove and quail together. Al and Lisa's 36th wedding anniversary prompts a discussion of marriage and "WHOA, man!" Phil, Jase, and Al talk about the deer "corpasses" on Carcass Road (thanks, Miss Kay!), liberal science deniers, and atheist attempts to disprove the Bible. And Phil warns against turning the Bible into rocket science.

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Phil talks election shenanigans, Democrat lies, and Trump's spot-on prediction about mail-in voting. Jase and Al also weigh in on the voting irregularities and recounts. Jase talks about the illness that sidelined him for a couple of weeks and explains why the stock market is going up, but Phil would rather invest elsewhere. Phil's dogs have the final say on Stone's deer roast, and it's not pretty. Al ponders Big Tech's support for liberal causes. And the guys agree there's one thing that won't change no matter who's in the White House come January.

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Zach's dad, Gordon Dasher, makes his "Unashamed" debut to reminisce about how he met Phil's sister, fitting into the Robertson family, and killing snakes. Al and Gordon talk about being censored on Twitter and Facebook last week, the guys offer a biblical view of cancel culture, and Phil remembers the day he was put on "indefinite hiatus" from "Duck Dynasty" as one of the happiest of his life. 

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Phil and Al tell hilarious stories of their limited aptitude for any technology that has more than a switch. They also get into Jesus' resume, understanding the mind-bending relationship between the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, and why there's no hope in the Democratic Party. And Al points to a few parts of the Old Testament that could suggest Jesus had a few "test runs" before he was born to Mary. 

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There's one thing Phil appreciates about the internet. Al performs the first-ever Unashamed wedding ceremony. Zach and Al recall their sinful pasts, and Phil remembers Jep's house arrest. Phil is certain our culture is at a tipping point, and Al says there's only one way to fix it. And the guys talk about Jesus' testimony, getting your kids on the right path, wearing hate as a badge of honor, and being freed from the 3 Ps: the penalty of sin, the power of sin, and the presence of sin.

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Phil and Al are joined by election refugees Ann McElhinney and Phelim McAleer, the conservative filmmakers behind "Gosnell: The Trial of America's Biggest Serial Killer" and "Obamagate." They discuss journalism and the age-old struggle between good and evil, the Hollywood wasteland, how Ann and Phelim got burned out on leftism and "pro-choice" politics, and what it was like to meet murderous abortionist Kermit Gosnell in prison.

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