Eric and Brooke are worship leaders and creatives in the local church who are passionate about hosting open, real-time, and unscripted conversations that challenge and encourage others in their faith journey. As two people who grew up and into worship ministry, they have a unique perspective and bring seasoned insight into conversations about leadership, ministry, friendship, the gospel message, and more. Their desire for the Kingdom to grow further and deeper, opens the door and welcomes you in. Their humor, authenticity, and relatable conversation topics are just a few of the many elements that will make you want to stay. Whether you work in full time ministry, you're a dedicated volunteer at your church, or completely new to your walk with Jesus, this is a podcast for you. 

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"Fun and intriguing"

These two have fun, keep it real, and spur on spiritual thought. It’s a sincere conversation that will make you laugh and challenge you to draw closer to God.
- Jeeplvr7

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"Biblically insightful, revelatory, and authentic!"

The conversations are obviously biblically insightful, full of revelation, and completely Spirit lead.
Each episode honestly feels as if Eric and Brooke have laid open their journey in learning to worship and love the Lord well. The messages seem to reach out to the listener and say “won’t you come with us…come experience our Lord deeper with us”.
- KYLO_2006

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"REFRESHING CONVERSATION and PERSPECTIVES"

Eric and Brooke have an inclusive, conversational style… laid back and honest. Feels like I am right there with them. Powerful truth moments listening to the Holy Spirit.
- coffee_withcream

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"DONT MISS OUT!"

Not only will you gain new perspectives but learn about applicable biblical principles and what it means to live each day seeking and praising the Lord.
- madds2520

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"You need this podcast in your life!"

If you want encouragement, a good laugh, and relatable conversations that can be hard to have-they do it all perfectly!
- Annibelle Basso

★★★★★

"Two of my FAVORITE people!!"

Best podcast ever!
- Gacob C.

Hosts

Eric Lyday

Creative Arts Pastor
Central Christian Church
What’s up everybody! Welcome to The Praise Podcast. I’m your host, Eric Lyday. I am a husband, father of two, and a Worship Pastor. When I am not doing those things, you’ll find me on a pickleball court, golf course, or in search of a cool new coffee shop. I’m a big Michigan fan. I love lake days, spontaneous adventures with my people, and I never turn down the chance to travel. Thanks for joining in on the adventure that Brooke and I call “The Praise Podcast!”.

Brooke Poninski

Worship Staff
Central Christian Church
Hey, FAM! I’m so glad that you’ve found your way into these conversations with us. I’m Brooke and I’m a wife, a momma of FOUR babes, and rarely shy away from an iced coffee. I am a previous schoolteacher, whose teacher heart is still passionate about teaching and learning. I love God’s Word, His presence, and His house. I love to create, build, and dream. I’m surprisingly into cars (Thanks, dad!), Texas Sheet Cake, and Targets of all shapes and sizes.

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