I am so thankful for Annie’s podcast. It is a reminder that fun is important and not just to people but to God. Thank you for reminding this 1w9 that it is ok to take life lightly sometimes and really just enjoy the heck out of it! ~The Full Weight of Joy podcast

Dear Annie, I was a longtime listener of That Sounds Fun. For a while, I truly believed you were a much-needed voice in Christian media—funny, relatable, thoughtful, a much-needed voice for Christian singles in the church looking for purpose. I appreciated the way you made spiritual things feel accessible without sounding preachy. But somewhere along the way, the show stopped feeling like discipleship and started feeling like self-help with a Jesus filter. That shift wasn’t sudden. It came through the slow accumulation of guests and frameworks that subtly, and sometimes not-so-subtly, displaced Scripture with therapeutic spirituality. The repeated platforming of voices like Beth McCord and Ian Morgan Cron, for example, helped normalize the Enneagram—not just as a personality tool, but as a spiritual lens. And yet its origins in mysticism and Gnostic ideas about the “true self” remain a deep theological red flag. The gospel doesn’t tell us to excavate a hidden essence or endlessly pathologize normal childhood wounds as “traumas” —it tells us to die to ourselves and be made new. Then there are guests like Carlos Whittaker, whose motivational tone often leans more into emotional hype than biblical clarity. I attended a live event you hosted together—a book signing in a church, with candles, wellness vendors, and T-shirts sold in the lobby. Carlos gave a sort-of sermon on the Ethiopian eunuch that felt more like TED Talk inspiration than exegesis. You played the “funny one,” keeping things light and charming and making balloon animals. But the whole experience felt hollow and commodified, like spiritual formation had been replaced by vibes and branding. Even when you feature thoughtful, biblically orthodox guests, like Jon Tyson, who I respect deeply, the show’s format flattens everything. All perspectives are framed with the same light, affirming tone. The listener is left to sort out what’s true, what’s nearly true, and what’s completely off. But if you’ve built trust by being the “safe” Christian friend, people may not know to be on guard. That’s what makes it not just disappointing. It’s spiritually confusing and, frankly, dangerous. This is why I stepped away from listening. I’m not angry. I’m grieving. Because I believe you love Jesus and want to serve people well. But I also believe the tone of fun, comfort, and emotional relatability has overtaken the responsibility of truth-telling. Not everything that feels good is spiritually good. And not everything that “sounds fun” is faithful. From one believer to another: I hope you’ll consider the weight of your platform and recalibrate. We don’t need more Christian influencers—we need Christian leaders who are willing to anchor themselves to orthodoxy, even when it’s not marketable. With sincerity, A former listener who still hopes for more

Long time listener. Annie just gets better and better. Came for enneasummer, stayed for thought provoking discussions from a down to earth, Jesus loving woman who always strives to be the best her.

I have been listening for about 7 years. Listening to Annie is a like having a great conversation with a good friend. She is so genuine and fun, but also loves Jesus BIG and encourages all of us to do the same through the conversations with the guests she has on. I highly recommend!!

I just wanted to say I loved the Annie and Eddie episode talking about baseball. I’m born and raised outside of Boston. Went to school and lived in Boston. I saw the Red Sox win the world series in 2004. I’ve never seen so many grown men cry! But Eddie is right, you need to experience Fenway at least once in your life! The people are what make it.

I love almost all of Annie’s shows, but I adore Annie + Eddie together! Glad we get them once a month, but I would love even more!

I just listened to the episode with Erin Hicks-Moon. Let me tell you, in the middle of all your serious talks about church hurt, asking questions, grief etc- you had me CRACKIN’ up! You got a new fan.

Thank you Annie for being the perfect podcast!! I love your “always Annie” updates. I love that you have opened your self up to so many cities and opportunities. It inspires me to open my self up too. Thank you so much!

I absolutely love Annie and her love for the Lord and for people! I also really enjoy Annie & Eddie keep talking. However, it seems sometimes.. like on today’s show Eddie will say certain things that are immoral and unnecessary. I wasn’t sure why Eddie would refer to Brokeback Mountain today. It was disappointing. Most of Annie’s audience are Bible based Believers who like to have fun, but without crossing a line. I hope this will be taken into consideration. Thank you Annie!

I cannot say enough good things about the interview with Lindsay Sherbondy. I’ve followed her for years and own her art. I am in awe of her and thankful for this episode.