The Embers

Tanner Scott & Arron Edgecombe
  • 5.0 (2)
  • Christianity

Faith, fandoms, and conversations around the fire. Welcome to The Embers Podcast! Join Tanner and Arron as two friends who love talking about faith, fandoms, and everything in between. From anime, movies, comics, and video games to life, creativity, and the stories that inspire us, there's always something to talk about. Along the way, we sit down with actors, writers, artists, comedians, and other incredible guests to hear their stories and share a few laughs. Our conversations are rooted in our Christian faith, but everyone's welcome around the fire. Whether you're here for the nerdy discussions, meaningful conversations, or just a good laugh, we're glad you're here. So pull up a chair, get comfortable, and join the conversation. There's always room around the fire!

  1. 4d ago

    Episode 30: Anything But Average with John Branyan & Bob Smiley

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Embers, John Branyan and Bob Smiley are together with Tanner and Arron! They swap stories, and share the moments they have had together. Bob mentions his May 2027 calendar is free... just once. John mentions a crazy story of finding a unexpected visitor in his home.  More than anything, you can feel the fellowship and fun in this podcast episode, it was wonderful to have Bob and John back on to join us again. If you guys haven't check out their podcasts! Also if you have little ones look into Average Boy! Thank you so much for tuning in! Support the show If this episode lit something in you, don't keep it to yourself. Share it. Let it Grow.  Give us a Follow!  Give us a Rating! DM us your thoughts, ideas, or questions!  Spread the flame! #TheEmbersPodcast #ChristianPodcast #FaithPodcast #PodcastGrowth #AnimeTalk #AnimePodcast #AnimeFans #Nerd Culture #ChristianNerd #FaithandFandom #AnimeBelivers #JesusAndAnime #FaithTalk #GodisGood

    Episode 30: Anything But Average with John Branyan & Bob Smiley

  2. Sep 10

    Episode 29: Casting Laughs and Empty Nets with Leland Klassen

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Embers Podcast, Comedian and actor Leland Klassen joins us for a fun conversation about how he got started in comedy. Some of the memorable moments along the way, and his upcoming film Empty Nets. We also talk about the humor in the Bible, faith, and why laughter can be such a meaningful part of life. Then wrap things up with a fun round of Hot Takes.  Support the show If this episode lit something in you, don't keep it to yourself. Share it. Let it Grow.  Give us a Follow!  Give us a Rating! DM us your thoughts, ideas, or questions!  Spread the flame! #TheEmbersPodcast #ChristianPodcast #FaithPodcast #PodcastGrowth #AnimeTalk #AnimePodcast #AnimeFans #Nerd Culture #ChristianNerd #FaithandFandom #AnimeBelivers #JesusAndAnime #FaithTalk #GodisGood

    Episode 29: Casting Laughs and Empty Nets with Leland Klassen

  3. Aug 27

    Episode 28: More Than Ink: Tattoos, Testimonies, and Second Chances with Chris Baker(Ink180Boss)

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Embers, we sit down with Chris Baker, founder of INK 180, to talk about tattoos, ministry, redemption, and second chances.  Chris shares how God turned his love for tattooing into a ministry serving former gang members and survivors of human trafficking by covering or removing tattoos tied to their past.  We also talk about some of the most powerful moments he has experienced through ministry, his own come-to-Jesus moment, and the ways he has seen Jesus use his story to reach others.  And of course, we end things with Rapid Fire and a great time of fellowship. Support the show If this episode lit something in you, don't keep it to yourself. Share it. Let it Grow.  Give us a Follow!  Give us a Rating! DM us your thoughts, ideas, or questions!  Spread the flame! #TheEmbersPodcast #ChristianPodcast #FaithPodcast #PodcastGrowth #AnimeTalk #AnimePodcast #AnimeFans #Nerd Culture #ChristianNerd #FaithandFandom #AnimeBelivers #JesusAndAnime #FaithTalk #GodisGood

    Episode 28: More Than Ink: Tattoos, Testimonies, and Second Chances with Chris Baker(Ink180Boss)

  4. Aug 10

    Episode 27: The Funny Side of Faith With John Branyan

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Embers, we sit down with comedian John Branyan for a conversation about comedy, faith, fame and why being known by a lot of people may not be everything its cracked up to be.  John shares how humor can be found in Scripture, what it's like being recognized by complete strangers, and the hilarious story of sending nearly 1,000 yellow letters trying to get on David Letterman's show.  Plus we attempt a round of Hot Takes that doesn't exactly go according to plan.  Lots of laughs, great conversation, and fellowship in this one. Come sit around the fire with us! Support the show If this episode lit something in you, don't keep it to yourself. Share it. Let it Grow.  Give us a Follow!  Give us a Rating! DM us your thoughts, ideas, or questions!  Spread the flame! #TheEmbersPodcast #ChristianPodcast #FaithPodcast #PodcastGrowth #AnimeTalk #AnimePodcast #AnimeFans #Nerd Culture #ChristianNerd #FaithandFandom #AnimeBelivers #JesusAndAnime #FaithTalk #GodisGood

    Episode 27: The Funny Side of Faith With John Branyan

  5. Jul 23

    Episode 26: Faith, Film, and Finding your Directors Chair With Kellsie McCullough

    Send us Fan Mail Tanner and Arron sit down with Kellsie McCullough to talk about acting, storytelling and her heart in the christian film industry. They get honest about the current state of the film entertainment, the challenges that still remain and the hope for better stories to be told. Then Kellsie joins in for a fun Blind Ranking for 5 Christian Movies.  Thanks for joining us, we love you guys! Support the show If this episode lit something in you, don't keep it to yourself. Share it. Let it Grow.  Give us a Follow!  Give us a Rating! DM us your thoughts, ideas, or questions!  Spread the flame! #TheEmbersPodcast #ChristianPodcast #FaithPodcast #PodcastGrowth #AnimeTalk #AnimePodcast #AnimeFans #Nerd Culture #ChristianNerd #FaithandFandom #AnimeBelivers #JesusAndAnime #FaithTalk #GodisGood

    Episode 26: Faith, Film, and Finding your Directors Chair With Kellsie McCullough

  6. Jul 8

    Episode 25: What Happened to Men? With David Dusek

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Embers Podcast we're joined by David Dusek, founder of Rough Cut Men, for an honest conversation about what it means to be a man in today's world.  David Dusek joins us for a conversation on biblical manhood, faith, leadership, and the battles men face in today's culture. We discuss marriage, discipleship, building authentic community, and what it truly means to become the man God has called you to be.  It's also easy to think that nobody cares or no one is listening, and through this episode you understand that people care and they are all over, and they have been in similar situations you have been in.  If you are ever struggling reach out to Rough Cut Men or of course The Embers Podcast we would love to talk to you  Thanks for joining us   Support the show If this episode lit something in you, don't keep it to yourself. Share it. Let it Grow.  Give us a Follow!  Give us a Rating! DM us your thoughts, ideas, or questions!  Spread the flame! #TheEmbersPodcast #ChristianPodcast #FaithPodcast #PodcastGrowth #AnimeTalk #AnimePodcast #AnimeFans #Nerd Culture #ChristianNerd #FaithandFandom #AnimeBelivers #JesusAndAnime #FaithTalk #GodisGood

    Episode 25: What Happened to Men? With David Dusek

  7. Jun 18

    Episode 24: Spaghetti Brains and Storytelling with Paul McCusker

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to The Embers Podcast!  Sorry for being gone... but we're back and happy to be your #1 podcast haha.  This week, we're joined by author, and long time story teller Paul McCusker. Many of you will recognize Paul from his incredible work with Adventures in Odyssey, but his journey extends far beyond that. We get into Writing, Directing, Audiobook Production , and helping bring stories to life that have impacted countless people.  In this episode, we discuss Paul's journey into storytelling, the lessons he's learned throughout his career, and the role faith has played every step of the way. We dive into his work on The Chronicles of Narnia audiobooks, Adventures in Odyssey, and his creativity.  Along the way, there are plenty of laughs, great fellowship, a rapid fire segment, and we close our time together in prayer.  We hope your encouraged by this conversation as much as we were.  Thanks for listening! Support the show If this episode lit something in you, don't keep it to yourself. Share it. Let it Grow.  Give us a Follow!  Give us a Rating! DM us your thoughts, ideas, or questions!  Spread the flame! #TheEmbersPodcast #ChristianPodcast #FaithPodcast #PodcastGrowth #AnimeTalk #AnimePodcast #AnimeFans #Nerd Culture #ChristianNerd #FaithandFandom #AnimeBelivers #JesusAndAnime #FaithTalk #GodisGood

    Episode 24: Spaghetti Brains and Storytelling with Paul McCusker

  8. May 4

    Episode 23: Literacy vs Literary (Ft Brian Godawa )

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Embers, we sit down with Brian Godawa for a conversation that moves through apologetics, the Book of Daniel, and some of the Book of Daniel, and some of the bigger questions that come with it all.  We talk through what it looks like, to understand what is Literacy in the bible, and what is more literary. Big things that help break down the bible. We touch on Revelation... Of course,  *Cough* Arron... Like always we let the conversation just run and had a great time with guest Brian Godawa. We wrap things up with a fun Rapid Fire Segment  If you guys enjoyed this one, be sure to check out some of his work. He has written a number of books, diving into biblical themes & history that are most definitely worth your time. Appreciate every single one of you.   Support the show If this episode lit something in you, don't keep it to yourself. Share it. Let it Grow.  Give us a Follow!  Give us a Rating! DM us your thoughts, ideas, or questions!  Spread the flame! #TheEmbersPodcast #ChristianPodcast #FaithPodcast #PodcastGrowth #AnimeTalk #AnimePodcast #AnimeFans #Nerd Culture #ChristianNerd #FaithandFandom #AnimeBelivers #JesusAndAnime #FaithTalk #GodisGood

    Episode 23: Literacy vs Literary (Ft Brian Godawa )
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About

Faith, fandoms, and conversations around the fire. Welcome to The Embers Podcast! Join Tanner and Arron as two friends who love talking about faith, fandoms, and everything in between. From anime, movies, comics, and video games to life, creativity, and the stories that inspire us, there's always something to talk about. Along the way, we sit down with actors, writers, artists, comedians, and other incredible guests to hear their stories and share a few laughs. Our conversations are rooted in our Christian faith, but everyone's welcome around the fire. Whether you're here for the nerdy discussions, meaningful conversations, or just a good laugh, we're glad you're here. So pull up a chair, get comfortable, and join the conversation. There's always room around the fire!

Information

  • Creator
    Tanner Scott & Arron Edgecombe
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    30
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Embers
  • Show Website
    The Embers