In this Episode we sit down with Gordon Putterill who runs Bally Vaughan game park and we talk about how God speaks to us and reveals himself through Nature in an amazing way. Gordon who has built a remarkable career as a Game Ranger and Safari Tour Guide, running one of Africa’s renowned game parks Gonarezhou , shares his experience and encounters…

In this episode we pay tribute to a dear friend and great supporter of our podcast Blahtee Muchemwa by sharing his impactful life story. Blahtee who in spite of battling a chronic disease, (Sickle Cell Anaemia) , relentlessly pursued God and his passion for music. He was a renowned music industry executive in Southern Africa, playing a role in the …

On this Episode we chat to Daniel Deuschle, as he shares his remarkable personal journey in the Faith and becoming a renowned music producer and artist. Daniel shares his experience growing up as a Pastors' child, learning to cultivate his own faith in God and how the hit worship Afro Dance song Makanaka came to be . Daniel is the son of Pastors To…

In this episode we discuss the Maverick City & Kirk Franklin Kingdom World Tour 2024 Saga that has seen several local artists from Zimbabwe pulling out from performing at the Zim event of the tour and several christian music fans rethinking their position on whether to attend the concert or not. This has been sparked by various controversies that h…

In this episode we discuss and compare how it was like when we first got saved versus how it is now. Our passion serving God through various ministries and how life can dilute our passion for God- focusing on things such as life goals and being distracted by social media. Have we lost that fire we had when we first got saved and how do we revive th…

In this episode we chat to renowned Zimbabwean fashion designer , Danayi Madondo , founder of Haus of Stone. We discuss fashion, art and God. As the saying goes, not all that glitters is Gold. We all want the good life, to look good and keep up with the latest fashion trends, most times make statement by how we dress. Fashion and creativity play an…

In this episode we have a conversation with Pastor Bonnie Deuschle. She has ministered to people across the world through songs that glorify and honour God. She shares on her upbringing in the USA, coming to Africa and what it really means to worship God in Spirit and in Truth. We also talk about her recently published book, The Greater Connection,…

In this episode we discuss the dynamics of a marriage where the woman is empowered. More and more women are making their mark in their chosen professions. The empowered women has rightly been celebrated, however, does this mean her chances of enjoying a good marriage are slimmer? There are many "traditionalists" who attribute domestic conflict and …

In this episode we host our first international guest as we chat to American entrepreneur and film maker Temeko Richardson. We talk about her entrepreneurial background, her film making career and the role her Christian faith plays in all this. Temeko shares insights on how to be successful without loosing your integrity as well as how the Church c…

In this episode we are joined by Craig Roberts from Hope Church (Zimbabwe) as we discuss if The Church is Inclusive and Accessible. Is every Church meant to accommodate everyone or Churches can target certain demographics to be more effective? What does an inclusive and accessible church look like? The church is often called to be more inclusive an…

In this episode we discuss Sex and being Single. Many christian single people grapple with sexual purity or the temptation to have sex. As human beings, we have been wired to desire sexual intimacy, however, the Word of God is clear that this should be experienced within the bounds of marriage. How then do we honour God’s word and deal with sexual …

In this episode we discuss the single life. Marriage is often celebrated and idealized by the church. While marriage is indeed important, a life or period of singleness is often not highly regarded. There is therefore a need for Christians to have more conversations about singleness and the process of waiting for the right partner. Is marriage real…

In this episode we sit down with Sean Mambwere, a multi award winning Dance Choreographer who is passionate about the things of God.We discuss and explore the relationship between passion and purpose. Does passion mean purpose? Are the things you are passionate about an indication of God's purpose in your life? Have a listen and Join the conversati…

In this episode we review and reflect on the the year 2023. We share and highlight the highs , mids and lows of the year, counting our blessings, forgetting what lies behind and sharing what we hope 2024 will be. Have a listen and Join the conversation... Happy New Year and here's to an awesome 2024.... Radiant Culture…

As the year draws to a close, there are many who look forward to celebrating Christmas. The festive season is widely known as a time of caring and sharing, however, it has both negative and positive aspects. In this episode unpack: The good: The celebration of Christ’s birth and the spotlight on charitable deeds. The bad: The commercialisation of C…

Ever felt let down by God? Prayer not answered? We go through some things in life that are difficult to understand, deal with or accept and we wonder where God is and if he really cares. Sometimes it’s difficult to understand why God lets certain things happen. Why he answers certain prayers and seems not to answer others. In this episode we are jo…

In this episode we discuss church and business. Should you do business with the Church or people in the Church?should there be a separation? Is church a place you should actively seek business or church is strictly for worship and Christian fellowship. Is doing business with fellow church members wise (as business partners or customers). Have a lis…

In this episode we discuss if Christians are meant to always be nice and polite. Jesus taught us to turn the other cheek, go the extra mile, love our neighbor but does this we should always be meek and allow others to take advantage of us? Have a listen and join the conversation... Radiant Cultureبقلم T-Mak & Kuki-Monster

In this episode we are joined by veteran and passionate teacher Tsitsi Shambare as we discuss choosing the best school for your Children as Christian parents. Now more than ever Christian parents must really consider where they take their children to school. The bible says in Proverbs 22:6- “Train up your child in the way he should go, and he will …

In this episode we continue the conversation from the previous episode on deal breakers as we discuss the things that can end friendships! What things would make you end your friendship with some one close to you? Where does grace and forgiveness come in or are there boundaries that are meant to never be crossed. We discuss this and more. Have a li…

In this very light-hearted episode, we discuss deal breakers in relationships, specifically from a christian guy's perspective. What would make a christian guy choose not to commit and marry a girl he is courting, what are the deal breakers? is it her cooking, the company she keeps, career goals? Have a listen and join the conversation Radiant Cult…

In this episode we sit down with Zimbabwean award winning RnB and Afro-soul artist Bryan K who released a powerful Gospel album titled Just As I am. Bryan speaks on his upbringing and relationship with God and how these have influenced his music. We also find out if this gospel album is a once off or is Bryan K now a Gospel Artist? Have a listen an…

In this Episode we are joined by Tim From Zim, as we discuss how to start living a life of impact right now, where you are. Often times we procrastinate doing certain things that make a positive impact in our communities with the excuse that we will do it when we have time or enough resources. However that time may never come and we may leave this …

In this episode we discuss how to deal with burnout from serving in church or just Christian ministry in general. As much as we love serving God and others there comes a time when we give more of our serves than we can manage, eventually suffering form burnout. When that happens, we tend to be come less effective in our ministry. How do we deal wit…

In this episode we chat to GenZ Digital Content Creator and entrepreneur Angie Adams on how her Faith influences her creative work. At 21 , Angie is a popular Cosplayer, Visual Artist and entrepreneur who runs her own pop culture merch business in Harare. She talks about her journey in the Christian Faith, how she got saved and how her Faith influe…

In this episode we are joined by Munashe , a young, passionate and philosophical youth leader as we discuss What it’s really like being an “ama2000” or Gen Z Christian. Older generations have a lot of harsh criticism for our Youth of today, (they are lazy, uncultured, undisciplined, wild) but have we really taken the time to understand them? Their …

In this episode we discuss Bible translations , interpretation and choosing the best translations to use for your devotion and bible study. The Bible is considered by many Christians as the infallible word of God, the source of truth and basis of the Christian faith. However it has had to be translated from the original texts into relevant modern d…

Following an insightful chat with Pastor Tom Deuschle in the previous episode , we follow up a bit on the light hearted side in this episode as we ask Pastor Tom a series of random questions to get an intriguing inside look at his personal interests outside of daily ministry work. Pastor Tom also shares his perspectives and outlook on the church in…

In this episode we sit down with Pastor Tom Deuschle, Founder of Celebrate International (Celebration Ministries International), who shares powerful insights on faith, ministry and serving God whole heartedly. Having been in ministry of over 4 Decades Pastor Tom shares valuable lessons and insights from his journey on how to run your race effective…

In this episode we discuss to get married or not? With all the pressure for young adults in the church who are single to get married is marriage the ultimate accomplishment for Christians. Why is marriage put on such a pedestal in the Church. Is Marriage for everyone or some are called to singleness and will best serve God by remaining single. How …

From clubbing and sneaking alcohol into boarding school as a teenager to becoming a worship leader our podcast co-host Kookie Monsta is in the spotlight this time as he shares his journey in the faith and testifies on God's Faithfulness. Have a listen... Radiant Cultureبقلم T-Mak & Kuki-Monster

In this episode we sit done with renowned Southern African Music Executive Blahtee Muchemwa as we discuss The Christian Music scene and how it’s changed over the years? Has Christian music “conformed” to the world. Do most Christian artists still have the primary motive of leading people in worship and ministering the Gospel or its all about stream…

In this episode we discuss staying the course in your spiritual walk. As we kick start the year its like a new start, new season for most people. We make goals, we fast and pray for God’s blessing and guidance as we navigate the year but then reality soon happens and sometimes we drift away or the fire dwindles. How do we guard against that and kee…

Continuing from Episode 162 on Beauty- a gift or a curse? in this episode we discuss what ladies look for in a husband. What determines the value of a man? Is it mainly his earning capacity, wealth, Looks, Potential or Godliness? Also why do some Christian Women sometimes settle for guys who aren’t as spiritually committed? We discuss all this and …

In this episode we discuss Celebrity Culture in the Church. Is there a place for celebrity culture in the christian community? Should Christians be lining up to get selfies with them and regarding them as celebrities just like the world regards secular personalities or should they be regarded as just vessels pointing people to Christ? We also discu…

In this very light-hearted episode we have a conversation about Beauty. Is it a GIFT or a Curse? What are some of the advantages and challenges that people specifically women who are generally considered "very good looking" have when it comes to finding a partner for marriage or even in their career? Is beauty a quality that bachelors should mostly…

This is a continuation of Episode 160 as we discuss Faith vs Reality. In this episode we discuss: - How do we practically live by faith in the face of contesting realities - Does faith mean the answer is always yes? what If God doesn’t heal or give the response that we expected, is it always because of a lack of faith - Jesus says in Jon 14:14 You …

At times as Christians we often struggle to believe or hold on to what the word of God says when the reality on the ground seems to be other wise. How do you apply faith in difficult situations? It seems like sometimes as Christians we are often acceptors of reality rather than changers of reality through our faith. Peter when Jesus was walking on …

When we first become believers and followers of Jesus we have such a passion for the the things of God and a hunger to grow spiritually. However when we reach a certain level of spiritual maturity we tend to get complacent and become less hungry to grow in our faith, at times our faith even diminishes. In the New Testament there’s a consistent call…

We live in an age where people are increasingly rejecting objective truth& God’s truth for their own personal truths. In this episode we discuss what is the danger in this new movement? What ways does it contribute to creating a more selfish society? How does it affect how people engage with God’s Word? If it’s all about “my truth” could we not ult…

There is a movement currently trending in society called “Cancel Culture” which sees individuals being “cancelled” by society for things they have either said or done. What defines this movement called “cancel culture”? Can Christians take part in it and still remain Christians? And how can Christian’s prevent the fear of being "cancelled" from imp…

Recently, American preacher, Creflo Dollar preached a sermon titled “The Great Misunderstanding” in which he claimed that tithing is part of the Old Testament and is not necessary for Christians under the New Covenant. He then went on to urge his congregants to destroy his teachings on the topic. What did he mean by this? Is tithing really an “Old …

In this episode, continuing from their discussion on society’s craving for social validation, T-Mak and Kuki Monsta are joined by renowned gospel artist and social influencer, Tembalami, to talk about Christian social influencing. How do Christian’s use social media to positively influence others and share the Gospel? Is there a point in doing so? …

In our world today, with things like social media constantly measuring us, there's constant pressure to publish our successes and accomplishments and look our best. As a result we live in a state of constant performance, seeking validation from society. But how does Christianity address society's need for constant validation? Have a listen and join…

In this episode we discuss How to Connect Your Faith With Your Career. For some people the only true "Christian" career is being a pastor, but not everyone can be or is even called to be a pastor. So what about the rest of us? How do we pursue God and share the gospel in our various fields be it business, film or architecture? How do we apply our f…

In this episode we discuss how to find the right church to call home. You may have moved cities, left your church for various reasons or you have just become a Christian. With so many different churches, how do you know which one is the right one for you. What sort of things should you look for in a church or beware of? What counsel should you seek…

In this episode we are joined by Pastor Craig Ndoro as we discuss rekindling the fire from when we got saved. Life happens, challenges come, we get knocked down, get up, backslide, and come back toy the faith. Somehow we manage to hold on to the faith but without that zeal and passion we had before. How do we rekindle that passion for the things of…

Radiant Culture celebrates 5 years and in this 150th episode we reflect on the journey and experience so far. While this episode is full of humour and banter due to its light hearted approach, we share a lot valuable insights and lessons we have learnt along the way that have helped build up our faith. We also hear from some of our avid listeners a…

How do we know when God speaks that it is truly him not our subconscious mind? Many times we say or hear people saying God said to me, or God told me this about you. While its all in good faith, how do we test prophetic words spoken over our lives. How do we know its really God when we receive a word to share with others? How do we test the spirits…

In this episode we are joined by Shingai Kuwaza as we discuss what it REALLY means to follow Jesus. Jesus came, pointed us to Truth and Life, proclaimed He is the way and called us to follow Him. This is essentially what Christianity is all about, but what does it really mean to follow Jesus? To what extent? Jesus didn't really concern himself with…