Pure Joy with Joy Summers

Pure Joy with Joy Summers

Remember the songs that shaped your faith? The ones you played on repeat during youth group road trips or in those seasons when your faith felt fresh and new? Pure Joy is a brand-new podcast where WayFM radio host Joy Summers is sitting down with the Christian artists she grew up listening to. We will uncover the stories behind their most iconic songs and even hear from fans whose lives were changed through their music. If you’re longing for a little nostalgia, a lot of encouragement, and conversations that bring you closer to Jesus… this is your place.

 

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Mark Schultz on How Being a Youth Minister Fueled His Music Career
It's hard to listen to Mark Schultz greatest hits and not shed a tear. No one tells stories through song quite like him. This is easily one of my favorite conversation on the Pure Joy podcast this season. Mark has a piano in front of him and several times, plays pieces of his songs as he unveils the real life stories behind them. From the elderly couple who inspired "Walking Her Home" to the student facing health struggle that "He's My Son" is about we see how his youth ministry job actually fueled his music. Mark shares why he almost quit and went home before he had his big break and how his heart for adoption led to him adopting 2 girls later in life.

 

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Rachael Lampa's Journey Back to Christian Music

After 25 years in and out of the Chrisitian music industry, Rachael Lampa is looking back with fresh eyes. As a huge fan, I was geeking out to ask her all things I always wanted to know. Rachael reminisces about her rise to fame as a teen, how a Jonas brother helped her get engaged, and why she returned to Christian music after intentionally leaving. 

 Hear the previous interview that we reference here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YqnXMOdEO8g

Hear Rachael's re-release of her song "Blessed" with Stacie Orrico here:  https://youtu.be/MnleKjqgN2g?si=wXUsF5Mnj-uyh7Yc 

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Dec 4, 2025 12:0 AM
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Remember the songs that shaped your faith? The ones you played on repeat during youth group road trips or in those seasons when your faith felt fresh and new? Pure Joy is a brand-new podcast where WayFM radio host Joy Summers is sitting down with the Christian artists she grew up listening to. We will uncover the stories behind their most iconic songs and even hear from fans whose lives were changed through their music.

If you’re longing for a little nostalgia, a lot of encouragement, and conversations that bring you closer to Jesus… this is your place.

Launching December 4th.

Text Pure to 91979 to never miss an episode. 
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Dec 2, 2025 12:44 PM
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SPECIAL EDITION: Mike Donehey shares Faith, Love and Heaven | Interview
Joy talks to Mike Donehey from Tenth Avenue North. They talk marriage, how to share your faith and what he thinks Heaven will be like.
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Sep 20, 2022 1:1 PM
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Joy learns to play the guitar
School is back! What do you do with all your kids art projects? Joy and Producer Tom test each others intelligence. And science says they figured out how to get a crying baby back to sleep.
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Sep 15, 2022 1:45 PM
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Old dog new tricks
Accidents happen...especially when you have kids. Producer Tom's tries to get his two year old to watch football, did it work? And can you teach an old dog new tricks?
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Sep 14, 2022 5:11 PM
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Bigfoot
Are hot pretzels considered a breakfast food? Joy tests Producer Tom with the new words added to the dictionary. And Joy's son did what during bible study?
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Sep 12, 2022 4:44 PM
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"Mommy don't like it!"
Joy shares a technique on how to get back to sleep after waking up in the middle of the night. Producer Tom's two year old son tries to put them in "timeout" when things don't go his way! Tom also shares how his son had an episode at school involving his heart.
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Sep 9, 2022 3:52 PM
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Pregnancy Craving Tuesday
Joy and Producer Tom try the new Sour Patch Kid Slush Float at Sonic. Have you tried it? Joy's son sleeps in a toddler bed for the first time. And Tom has a contagious laugh...can we make him laugh? Let's hear your best Dad joke!
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Sep 6, 2022 12:58 PM
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Joy's BIG secret
Joy has a secret she's been keeping from everyone including one of her best friend's Bekah...find out the surprise! Who knew a Tesla was like a police car constantly recording videos? And making friends is so easy as a kid, but so hard as an adult.
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Aug 30, 2022 4:52 PM
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Snoring and scotch tape
Joy's husband has a snoring problem and so does Producer Tom! With back to school, what were the cool things you wanted when you were a kid? And who knew your dog had to tryout for a new kennel?!
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Aug 19, 2022 5:52 PM
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Hobby Lobby bathroom
Joy and Producer Tom try the new ketchup and mustard flavor Doritos. Joy talks about how she's a stress shopper...and reveals an awkward situation that happened at a Hobby Lobby bathroom.
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Aug 17, 2022 5:20 PM
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SPECIAL EDITION: Jon Reddick shares the story behind God Turn It Around | Interview
Jon Reddick shares the story behind his song God Turn It Around. He shares how God uses our pain and can turn it into something beautiful. He also talks about why community is so important!
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Aug 16, 2022 3:5 PM
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Pumpin Spice
Krispy Kreme beat everyone to the punch with everything pumpkin spice...how's their new line of pumpkin spice donuts? Find out here! Joy needs advice on how to comfort her toddler when he's fearful. And when kids have school projects, it always seems to fall on you!
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Aug 10, 2022 4:40 PM
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The 2-2-2 Rule
Producer Tom actually made a doctor appointment...and went!! Tis' the season for trying out for school sports. And the key to a happy marriage is the 2-2-2 rule?
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Aug 9, 2022 5:25 PM
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Anniversary gift
Coming up is Joy's five-year wedding anniversary, she needs gift ideas! Producer Tom's daughter is trying out for volleyball, we're praying she makes it! And with taste test Tuesday we're trying something that brings us back to childhood!
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Aug 3, 2022 3:59 PM
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Small Town Love
How do you celebrate a wedding anniversary when kids are involved? Joy is stressing! School is around the corner and we talk about teachers impacting our kids! And if your from a small town like joy, what's something you love about it?
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Aug 2, 2022 5:1 PM
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Spider-Woman
If you have kids, how do you find little moments that feel like vacation? Joy heads to marriage counseling and gets some great tips about reoccurring fights. Also Producer Tom had a parent fail! Find out why his 2-year old doesn't want to take baths anymore.
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Aug 1, 2022 4:33 PM
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Mommy, SPIDER!
Joy's son has the BEST tip on how to get out of a situation you don't want to be in! Producer Tom's wife was out of town for a work conference and he had to do something he doesn't know how to do. Also see if the new Coca-Cola is out of this world good!
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Jul 28, 2022 4:27 PM
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A Necklace of Teeth
Joy talks about how sometimes it's hard getting up to face the day. Producer Tom hosts a 90's worship song battle between Joy and Bekah...who will win? Also Joy just got back from a trip home and you'll never guess what her mom is holding onto.
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Jul 26, 2022 3:3 PM
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Adult Summer Camp
Joy's going on a road trip with her 2-year old toddler, do you have any tips? Why isn't there summer camps for adults!? Your kids go to camp, adults should be having fun too! And how do you truly rest? Joy needs help unplugging.
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Jul 22, 2022 1:28 PM
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Holy Mess
Joy is joined by Bekah from the midday show at WayFM for Holy Mess Monday! On this episode they talk about something Joy used to think is silly, but now she's obsessed with! Also there's apparently a language that babies cry, that we don't understand!
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Jul 19, 2022 3:17 PM
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Love yourself
Joy talks about how we should love ourselves better and offers tips. Producer Tom thought his son's name was unique until he went to the doctor with him. And we share decluttering tips!
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Jul 11, 2022 3:23 PM
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Fireflies or lightning bugs?
Joy talks about the different seasons of marriage, which season are you in? Producer Tom's 6-year old son is fascinated with fireflies...or is it lightning bugs? And we talk about camping horror stories!
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Jul 1, 2022 12:26 PM
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Fo' drizzle
Joy shares the best joke making Producer Tom crack up! Flying is crazy right now, so we share flight tips from a flight attendant. Producer Tom's 6-year old son Evan had the best response to something disappointing!
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Jun 28, 2022 3:59 PM
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