The Testimony Podcast

Alex Lloyd
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Every story has a beginning and every testimony has a purpose! The Testimony is a podcast built on real conversations, raw honesty, and redemption. Hosted by Alex Lloyd, this show dives deep into the stories of people who’ve faced darkness and found light. Through faith, recovery, and perseverance. From heartfelt testimonies to thought provoking discussions, each episode sheds light on the beauty of transformation and the power of second chances. It’s a movement to remind the world that no matter where you’ve been, you’re never too far gone to change!

  1. 4d ago

    Jeremy Taylor: The Impact Addiction & Recovery Can Have On A Family

    In this follow-up conversation, BJ Clifton returns alongside lifelong friend Jeremy Taylor to reflect on a journey that spans decades of friendship, addiction, recovery, faith, and redemption. Growing up together in Mississippi County, the two share stories from their younger years, the culture that shaped them, the choices that nearly changed everything, and the hope they eventually found through recovery and their relationship with Christ. Throughout the episode, we discuss the realities of recovery, the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people, and why no one should ever be defined by the worst chapter of their life. We also address some of the criticism surrounding the future recovery facility coming to our area and why we believe helping people overcome addiction should never become a divisive issue. At the heart of the conversation is a simple reminder: every person deserves the opportunity to change, and every community benefits when lives are restored. At The Testimony, our mission has never been to glorify someone's lowest moment. Our goal is to share authentic stories that encourage others, strengthen families, and point people toward hope. Whether you're walking through recovery yourself, supporting someone who is, or simply looking for an honest conversation about faith, friendship, and second chances, we pray this episode leaves you encouraged. "I just want to start by saying... we serve an amazing God." – Jeremy Taylor Thank you for supporting The Testimony. Every view, every share, every comment, and every prayer helps these stories reach someone who may need them most. Because every person has a story worth sharing... and one story can truly change a life.

    Jeremy Taylor: The Impact Addiction & Recovery Can Have On A Family

  2. Jul 19

    Michelle & Kayla: The Impact Addiction and Recovery Can Have On A Family

    Wife & Daughters Perspective - Addiction is often remembered through the decisions of the person caught in its grip, but its impact extends far beyond a single life.  It reshapes families, tests marriages, changes childhoods, and leaves every person connected to it carrying a different part of the same story.In this special episode of The Testimony, Michelle and Kayla Clifton share their perspectives on the years that addiction held their family captive and the restoration that followed. Michelle reflects on loving her husband through seasons marked by fear, uncertainty, and hardship while choosing to hold on to faith when there seemed to be little reason to believe a different future was possible. Kayla shares what it was like growing up with a father whose addiction, incarceration, and involvement in the drug trade kept him from being present during much of her childhood, leaving her to navigate two very different worlds while hoping for the relationship she longed to have. Together, their stories reveal that addiction is never confined to the individual. It reaches spouses, children, parents, and every relationship surrounding it, leaving behind wounds that cannot always be seen. At the same time, their testimony demonstrates that recovery is about far more than achieving sobriety. It is the ongoing work of rebuilding trust, restoring relationships, accepting responsibility for the past, and allowing healing to take root where brokenness once defined a family.This conversation is not simply about addiction or recovery. It is about the resilience of a wife who refused to let hardship determine her future, the perspective of a daughter learning to know the father addiction once kept at a distance, and the transforming power of redemption when a family is given the opportunity to begin again. Whether you have walked through addiction yourself or have loved someone who has, we hope this episode serves as a reminder that while the consequences of addiction can reach every corner of a family, hope and restoration can as well.

    Michelle & Kayla: The Impact Addiction and Recovery Can Have On A Family

  3. Jul 6

    The Story Behind America's Fastest Growing Conspiracy Card Brand | James Price: Plunder World Cards

    Some conversations stay on the surface. Others invite you down the rabbit hole. This episode is unlike any we've done before. For this first interview, we sit down for a call with James, the creator of Plunder World Cards, steps into the spotlight to share not only his passion for conspiracy, history, and mystery, but the story that brought him there. It's a conversation about faith, purpose, curiosity, and what happens when you stop asking, "What if I fail?" and start asking, "What if this is what I was created to do?" Together, we explore his walk with God, the moments that shaped his worldview, thought-provoking discussions about the church, the removed books, hidden history, and the questions that continue to inspire his research. Along the way, James shares some of the books that have influenced him the most, we crack open a few packs of Plunder World Cards, and discover why this unique card game is capturing attention across the country. But beneath every conspiracy, every historical mystery, and every card pull is a much bigger story. This is the story of someone who dared to chase a dream.  At The Testimony, we believe God gives every person unique gifts. Sometimes those gifts look like a pulpit. Sometimes they look like a microphone. Sometimes they look like a deck of cards that sparks conversations people might never have had otherwise. Creativity has a purpose. Curiosity has a place. Passion has the power to inspire. James will also be appearing at TrutherCon, where he'll be sharing his passion with thousands of people who love exploring history, mysteries, and the unexplained. If you'd like to support James and everything he's building, check out Plunder World Cards using the promo code in this video's description. Every purchase using our code helps support both James and The Testimony as we continue telling stories that encourage people to pursue the gifts God has placed in their lives. Whether you came for the testimony, the faith discussion, the rabbit holes, or simply to watch a few card pulls, we hope this conversation leaves you inspired to chase your own calling with the same passion James has pursued his. Because sometimes the greatest testimony isn't just where you've been.  It's having the courage to become who you were created to be. In person Documentary Coming in 2027.

    The Story Behind America's Fastest Growing Conspiracy Card Brand | James Price: Plunder World Cards

  4. Jun 23

    BJ Clifton: "Opening A Rehab In The County I Used To Run Wild In" | How Faith Can Transform The Broken | EP 21 |

    I hands down believe a revival is coming to Mississippi County & it’s going to begin through Recovery ministries. Every time we sit down to hear another testimony, it’s just another sign that there is a major faith movement coming! Sat down with Bobby J Clifton today to film his testimony & some pieces for the documentary. Listening to him share his vision for the future, truly feels like recovery is unstoppable. His desire to help people find recovery, discover the Lord, & bring hope to families here in the County is something special. What really gave me chills though, was an unexpected moment. We got on the subject of the Old Bassett Church, & at that time Pastor England stopped by. (He used to be the pastor there) BJ invited him in, and as Pastor began sharing stories & speaking from his heart, I couldn’t help but smile. He was saying exactly what God has been placing on my heart for nearly two years. Man those moments when you know the Holy Spirit is in the room are hard to explain, but they’re impossible to forget. I genuinely believe this is the beginning of something special. Mississippi County won’t be known for addiction anymore. It’ll be known for recovery!🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽 https://buymeacoffee.com/cftjy5murb

    BJ Clifton: "Opening A Rehab In The County I Used To Run Wild In" | How Faith Can Transform The Broken | EP 21 |

  5. May 23

    The "Mannimal" Chase Mann Shares His Story | Raised in Chaos, Built For Greatness | EP 19 |

    In this episode of The Testimony Podcast, we sit down with Chase Mann to hear one of the most intense and inspiring stories we’ve featured so far. Raised throughout small towns in Arkansas including Bono, Walnut Ridge, and Paragould, Chase found himself in trouble with the law and involved with CYS at only 9 years old. During that time, he was sent to a children’s home that, despite having God’s name attached to it, showed him very little goodness. At just 9 years old, he was coaxed into what he describes as a childhood fight club inside the facility. In only 30 days, he witnessed and experienced things many people never see in their entire lives. When his parents finally saw him during his first visitation, they immediately pulled him out of the program. As he got older, Chase stepped into the role of quarterback for his high school football team, marking the first time he truly felt all eyes on him. After graduating, he received multiple college football offers, but decided he needed time away from school to adjust to adult life. During that period, he fell into addiction and nearly ended up in jail. Everything began to change when he entered Shepherd’s Fold, a rehab program that helped him refocus on what mattered most: his daughter and his future. After recovery, Chase pursued powerlifting, turning a hobby into something that nearly became a career. But eventually, another path opened in front of him, one he believes God placed directly in his hands. He began training at The LC  in the small Arkansas town of Walnut Ridge, and quickly discovered a passion for fighting. After going 5-0 as an amateur and earning a massive knockout victory in West Memphis, Arkansas, Chase received an opportunity with ONE Championship! Now, only a couple fights into his professional career, he’s traveling the world living out his dream, with many believing he has the potential to become a future WORLD CHAMPION. This is a story about pain, redemption, discipline, fatherhood, faith, and finding purpose when life seemed completely off track. Chase is an incredible young man with a huge future in the MMA world, and through it all, he continues to keep God at the forefront of his journey. 🙏

    The "Mannimal" Chase Mann Shares His Story | Raised in Chaos, Built For Greatness | EP 19 |

  6. May 6

    A chat with Adan "Outlaw" Olveda: Co-Host of The CounterCult Podcast

    This week on The Testimony Podcast, we’re taking a different approach. I’m sitting down with Adan “Outlaw” Olveda, co-host of Countercult Podcast, for a conversation that many men never have out loud. We discuss the mental battles men often face in silence.. The pressure, the internal struggles, and the thoughts that rarely get shared. We also talk through the real effects of medications like Seroquel & other antidepressants, speaking from personal experience rather than theory. No script. No filter. Just an honest conversation.  If you’ve ever felt like you’re carrying something internally that others don’t see, this conversation may resonate with you.

    A chat with Adan "Outlaw" Olveda: Co-Host of The CounterCult Podcast

  7. Apr 19

    Hank Parish: From Conspiracies to Christ | Host of the Soldiers of Christ, Arise! podcast shares his Testimony | EP 17 |

    Hank joins us to share a raw and powerful story of pain, redemption, and transformation. Growing up in Greenville, Mississippi. He attended a very small school and spent much of his childhood watching alcohol abuse tear a hole in his family. Those early years left wounds that followed him long after childhood. Later, after moving to Wilson, Hank faced another life-altering moment when he was falsely accused of bringing a gun to school and was labeled a school shooter. Authorities searched him and found nothing, but the damage of the accusations, his home getting ransacked by law enforcement, and having to deal with life after such a traumatizing event, left him feeling broken. Not long after, Hank lost his father. Trying to cope with grief and everything he had carried for years, he began searching for ways to numb the pain. He joined the Military but was later released after failing a DT before he ever stepped foot into training. When he returned home, addiction only deepened, leading him into a dark season that nearly cost him his life. But Hank’s story didn’t end there. He eventually met the woman he is with today, built an amazing family, and began rebuilding his life. From there, he launched 6+4+3 Double Play and later became part of the Sunday Night Secret Society podcast with Chef Kyle. The same platform that gave me my first podcast appearance! What began as a search through pain, conspiracy, and unanswered questions eventually became something much deeper. Today, Hank uses his voice to share faith, hope, and the message of Jesus Christ through his new podcast Soldiers of Christ, Arise. Sometimes the darkest roads lead to the greatest redemption. https://linktr.ee/thetestimonypodcast

    Hank Parish: From Conspiracies to Christ | Host of the Soldiers of Christ, Arise! podcast shares his Testimony | EP 17 |

  8. Mar 28

    Downtown TJ Brown: Fighting Through It All | Faith, Recovery & The UFC Journey | EP 16 |

    In this episode of The Testimony Podcast, we sit down with UFC veteran “Downtown” TJ Brown Hearing the full story behind the fighter. From his journey inside the cage to the battles he’s faced outside of it, TJ opens up about the moments that shaped him, the struggles he’s had to fight through, and the role faith & recovery have played in his life.  TJ takes us all the way back to the beginning. Becoming a young father and how the birth of his son completely shifted the direction of his life. From there, he shares how he stepped into the fight world as an amateur… and shocked everyone by knocking his opponent out in just 10 seconds in his very first fight. That moment was just the start. TJ went on to climb the ranks and earn his shot in the UFC, but as his career grew, so did the battles outside the cage. He opens up about falling into addiction, the strongholds that came with it, and what it felt like to fight something far more dangerous than any opponent. But this is where the story changes. Through faith, discipline, and a decision to take his life back, TJ found a way out. One of the most powerful moments in this episode is hearing about the day he got baptized, alongside his son. A moment that represents not just change, but a completely new life. This episode is about more than just fighting. It’s about discipline, purpose, & learning how to keep going when life hits harder than anything inside the octagon. If you’ve ever faced adversity, questioned your path, or needed a reminder to keep pushing forward… Then listen to his Testimony. This episode speaks for itself.  Make sure to follow TJ Brown on all platforms! && If this episode impacts you, share it with someone who needs to hear it!

    Downtown TJ Brown: Fighting Through It All | Faith, Recovery & The UFC Journey | EP 16 |
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Every story has a beginning and every testimony has a purpose! The Testimony is a podcast built on real conversations, raw honesty, and redemption. Hosted by Alex Lloyd, this show dives deep into the stories of people who’ve faced darkness and found light. Through faith, recovery, and perseverance. From heartfelt testimonies to thought provoking discussions, each episode sheds light on the beauty of transformation and the power of second chances. It’s a movement to remind the world that no matter where you’ve been, you’re never too far gone to change!

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  • Creator
    Alex Lloyd
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    23
  • Rating
    Explicit
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