Welcome to ‘Episode Three’ of The Baylor Line’s flagship podcast, The Green Room.
In this episode, host Jonathon Platt sits down with two Baylor legends and authors of Soon and Very Soon, Robert Darden and Dr. Stephen Newby.
This conversation isn’t just about music – it’s about the history and cultural commentary of gospel music. Bob and Stephen unpack the legacy of the great Andraé Crouch, the role of gospel music in the time of fighting for justice and how the art continues to develop today. From sleepless nights spent composing to melodies that carried movements, they explore how music becomes ministry.
With wisdom and just the right amount of preaching, Bob and Stephen show us that gospel music is more than harmony – it’s a call to action. This episode will stir your soul and maybe even add more depth to your playlist.
So what’s next for these two? Let’s just say the final verse hasn’t been written yet.
We’ll have more new episodes of The Green Room for you every Monday and Thursday – stay tuned for the incredible list of guests we’ve already lined up, namely:
- Dr. Jeter Basden, Professor Emeritus of Religion,
- Dr. Coretta Pittman, Associate Professor of English and Baylor’s Vice Provost for Community Engagement
- Dr. Felipe Hinojosa, John and Nancy Jackson Endowed Chair in Latin America
- And so, so many more.
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Credits:
Our theme music is “Short Circuit” by Ryan James Carr, with special guest appearance by – yes – Abner McCall.
Our episodes are made possible by a grant from the Eula Mae & John Baugh Foundation.
And special thanks to our managing producer, Hope Daughtry, and digital editor Kassidy Tsikitas.
