FORMED with Ted Chen

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Every day we’re being formed by something. The question is: What is forming you? After 30 years in TV news, Ted Chen stepped away with a new mission: to create a space where men can speak vulnerably, have honest conversations, and grow together. FORMED brings men around the table to explore faith, dating, finances, relationships, purpose, identity, and the challenges men face today. Rooted in Christian faith, FORMED welcomes everyone, whether you know Jesus or not. Pull up a chair. There's a place for you here.

Episodes

  1. Oct 26

    #06 Real Conversations Between Men About Being Single Over 40, Soul Ties, Rejection, and Risk

    In this episode Ted speaks with trusted friends Pastor Jim Crews and Tyler Fredrickson about the challenges of being single over 40, breaking soul ties, and how men should approach risk and process rejection. Got a question or something you'd like to see us discuss at the table? email teamted@goodnewsted.com SAY HELLO TO TED Website → https://www.goodnewsted.com/ Instagram → goodnewsted https://www.instagram.com/goodnewsted Tik Tok → goodnewsted https://www.tiktok.com/@goodnewsted FORMED brings together men for honest discourse around faith, relationships, purpose, and the forces shaping who we become. At its heart, this show is about brotherhood. It’s a place where vulnerability leads to real conversations. No scripts. No pretending to have it all figured out. Just men talking openly about life and what God is doing in them. Creative Director: Ariell Chen Producer: Melody Heléna Content & Photography: Gillian Perry Editor: Christopher Leon

    #06 Real Conversations Between Men About Being Single Over 40, Soul Ties, Rejection, and Risk

  2. Sep 29

    #05 Real Conversations Between Men About Father Wounds, Family, Breaking Cycles and Dad's Behind Bars

    This show brings together men for honest discourse around faith, relationships, purpose, and the forces shaping who we become. At its heart, FORMED is about brotherhood. It’s a place where trust and vulnerability lead to real conversations. No scripts. No pretending to have it all figured out. Just men talking openly about life and what God is doing in them. Host Ted Chen and trusted friends talk about what it means to follow Jesus with intention while navigating the challenges of everyday life. Every day we’re being formed by something.The question is: What is forming you? In this episode Ted speaks with trusted friends Bishop Kenneth Ulmer and Carlo Perez about the trials and joys of fatherhood. SHOW NOTES Bishop Kenneth Ulmer, University Professor & Retired Pastor → / @BishopUlmer & Bishop Kenneth Ulmer's Website - https://www.kennethculmer.com/Carlo Perez, Chaplain & Hollywood Studios Union Business Manager Books & Shows mentioned: → Bishop Ulmer’s Books: Walls Can Fall (https://a.co/d/06EVtLCD) & The Champion in You (https://a.co/d/0fwAM4tB)→ Malachi Dads ____________________________ CONTACTGot a question or something you'd like to see us discuss at the table?email teamted@goodnewsted.com SAY HELLO TO TEDInstagram → / @goodnewstedTikTok → / @goodnewstedWebsite → https://www.goodnewsted.com FORMED brings together men for honest discourse around faith, relationships, purpose, and the forces shaping who we become. At its heart, this show is about brotherhood. It’s a place where vulnerability leads to real conversations. No scripts. No pretending to have it all figured out. Just men talking openly about life and what God is doing in them. Creative Director: Ariell Chen / @mrsariellchenProducer: Melody Heléna / @themelodyhelenaContent & Photography: Gillian Perry / @gilarseEditor: Christopher Leon

    #05 Real Conversations Between Men About Father Wounds, Family, Breaking Cycles and Dad's Behind Bars

  3. Sep 29

    #04 Real Conversations Between Men About Temptation, Lust, Masculinity & Spiritual Warfare

    This show brings together men for honest discourse around faith, relationships, purpose, and the forces shaping who we become. At its heart, FORMED is about brotherhood. It’s a place where trust and vulnerability lead to real conversations. No scripts. No pretending to have it all figured out. Just men talking openly about life and what God is doing in them. Host Ted Chen and trusted friends talk about what it means to follow Jesus with intention while navigating the challenges of everyday life. Every day we’re being formed by something.The question is: What is forming you? Hosted by Ted ChenSAY HELLO TO TEDInstagram → / @goodnewstedTikTok → / @goodnewstedYouTube → / @goodnewstedWebsite → https://www.goodnewsted.com Today’s Guests:Benji Nolot, Founder of Exodus Cry → / @benjinolot & @ExodusCryhttps://exoduscry.com/Ryan Bethea, Host & Creator of The Exorcist Files → / @thebethea & The Exorcist Files - https://www.exorcistfiles.tv/ Books & Shows mentioned:→ Benji Nolot's Book: Raised On Porn→ Benji Nolot's Film: High Class Documentary→ Benji Nolot's Film: Liberated: The New Sexual Revolution Documentary To submit questions and topics you'd like to hear on the roundtable please note them in the COMMENTS section or DM @goodnewsted on Instagram ____________________________ FORMED with Ted Chen is a Christian roundtable show, available as a podcast, featuring real conversations about faith, relationships, purpose, and following Jesus. New 5 episode series premieres on July 13, 2026. Creative Director: Ariell Chen / @mrsariellchenProducer: Melody Heléna / @themelodyhelenaContent & Photography: Gillian Perry / @gilarse

    #04 Real Conversations Between Men About Temptation, Lust, Masculinity & Spiritual Warfare

  4. Sep 29

    #03 Real Conversations Between Men About Generosity, Money, Fear & Who Pays For Dates

    If you missed Part 1 of our episode on finance, please view that HERE. This show brings together men for honest discourse around faith, relationships, purpose, and the forces shaping who we become. At its heart, FORMED is about brotherhood. It’s a place where trust and vulnerability lead to real conversations. No scripts. No pretending to have it all figured out. Just men talking openly about life and what God is doing in them. Host Ted Chen and trusted friends talk about what it means to follow Jesus with intention while navigating the challenges of everyday life. Every day we’re being formed by something.The question is: What is forming you? Hosted by Ted ChenSAY HELLO TO TEDInstagram → / @goodnewstedTikTok → / @goodnewstedYouTube → / @goodnewstedWebsite → / www.goodnewsted.com Today’s Guests:Wes Dunn, Pastor of The House LA → / @wesdunn & www.instagram.com/financialwellness.clubDarren Su, Product Leader → / @h1llwalker Books & Shows mentioned:→ Wes Dunn’s Book: Roadmap to Your Financial Freedomhttps://a.co/d/0gMsp4Gx To submit questions and topics you'd like to hear on the roundtable please note them in the COMMENTS section or DM @goodnewsted on Instagram. ____________________________ FORMED with Ted Chen is a Christian roundtable show, available as a podcast, featuring real conversations about faith, relationships, purpose, and following Jesus. New 5 episode series. Creative Director: Ariell Chen / @mrsariellchenProducer: Melody Heléna / @themelodyhelenaContent & Photography: Gillian Perry / @gilarse

    #03 Real Conversations Between Men About Generosity, Money, Fear & Who Pays For Dates

  5. Sep 29

    #02 Real Conversations Between Men About Generosity, Money, Fear & Who Pays For Dates

    This show brings together men for honest discourse around faith, relationships, purpose, and the forces shaping who we become. At its heart, FORMED is about brotherhood. It’s a place where trust and vulnerability lead to real conversations. No scripts. No pretending to have it all figured out. Just men talking openly about life and what God is doing in them. Host Ted Chen and trusted friends talk about what it means to follow Jesus with intention while navigating the challenges of everyday life. Every day we’re being formed by something.The question is: What is forming you? Hosted by Ted ChenSAY HELLO TO TEDInstagram → / @goodnewstedTikTok → / @goodnewstedYouTube → / @goodnewstedWebsite → / www.goodnewsted.com Today’s Guests:Wes Dunn, Pastor of The House LA → / @wesdunn & www.instagram.com/financialwellness.clubDarren Su, Product Leader → / @h1llwalker Books & Shows mentioned:→ Wes Dunn’s Book: Roadmap to Your Financial Freedomhttps://a.co/d/0gMsp4Gx To submit questions and topics you'd like to hear on the roundtable please note them in the COMMENTS section or DM @goodnewsted on Instagram. ____________________________ FORMED with Ted Chen is a Christian roundtable show, available as a podcast, featuring real conversations about faith, relationships, purpose, and following Jesus. New 5 episode series. Creative Director: Ariell Chen / @mrsariellchenProducer: Melody Heléna / @themelodyhelenaContent & Photography: Gillian Perry / @gilarse

    #02 Real Conversations Between Men About Generosity, Money, Fear & Who Pays For Dates

  6. Sep 29

    #01 Real Conversations Between Men About Porn, Marriage & Purpose

    This show brings together men for honest discourse around faith, relationships, purpose, and the forces shaping who we become. At its heart, FORMED is about brotherhood. It’s a place where trust and vulnerability lead to real conversations. No scripts. No pretending to have it all figured out. Just men talking openly about life and what God is doing in them. Host Ted Chen and trusted friends talk about what it means to follow Jesus with intention while navigating the challenges of everyday life. Every day we’re being formed by something.The question is: What is forming you? Hosted by Ted ChenSAY HELLO TO TEDInstagram → / @goodnewstedTikTok → / @goodnewstedYouTube → / @goodnewstedWebsite → https://www.goodnewsted.com Today’s Guests:Chris Bennett, Lead Pastor Vintage Church, Malibu → / @chrisbennett143Chaz Smith, Content Creator, Storyteller → / @chazsmith Books & Projects mentioned:→ Chris Bennett’s Book: Fighting for Family: The Relentless Pursuit of Building Belonging→ Chaz’ Anime Project: What Had Happened Was→ Fighting Shadows by Jon Tyson→ Abba’s Child by Brennan Manning→ Boundaries by Henry Cloud and John Townsend→ Humility by Andrew Murray To submit questions and topics you'd like to hear on the roundtable please note them in the COMMENTS section or DM @goodnewsted on Instagram. ____________________________ Creative Director: Ariell Chen / @mrsariellchenProducer: Melody Heléna / @themelodyhelenaContent & Photography: Gillian Perry / @gilarse

    #01 Real Conversations Between Men About Porn, Marriage & Purpose
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About

Every day we’re being formed by something. The question is: What is forming you? After 30 years in TV news, Ted Chen stepped away with a new mission: to create a space where men can speak vulnerably, have honest conversations, and grow together. FORMED brings men around the table to explore faith, dating, finances, relationships, purpose, identity, and the challenges men face today. Rooted in Christian faith, FORMED welcomes everyone, whether you know Jesus or not. Pull up a chair. There's a place for you here.

Information

  • Creator
    Ted Chen
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Ted Chen
  • Show Website
    FORMED with Ted Chen