The Deep End With Lecrae

Life is hard and things are going to fall apart at some point or another –especially when you’ve experienced trauma in your life. But the problem is that most Christians can’t be seen to have moments when they lose control or even struggle. By being honest with the challenges he’s faced, Lecrae is going to dive into the hard things no one else will face and talk about what life looks like when you go off the deep end. This show is not for perfect people or people who’ve never made mistakes. This show is for the rest of us who are just trying to pick up the pieces and find a way forward with vulnerability and honesty.

He Stared In 1,000+ Adult Films… Now He’s a Christian. 02/26/2026

He Stared In 1,000+ Adult Films… Now He’s a Christian. Go to to get matched with a psychiatrist today Sleep well at night with code Lecrae for 30% at brooklynbedding.com Use code lecraestreak for $2.99/meal on everyplate.com/podcast Joshua Broome grew up in a small South Carolina town of 3,000 people, the son of two 15-year-olds who never dated, and watched his father through a restaurant window for years without ever hearing his voice. That father wound sent him chasing significance all the way to Hollywood, where he became one of the most prominent adult film stars in the industry under the name Raquel Reed, appearing in over a thousand films. But behind the fame was a man quietly unraveling. In this raw and unflinching conversation with Lecrae, Joshua pulls back the curtain on what the adult film industry actually looks like from the inside, the suicidal ideation that nearly ended his life, a sexual assault in Paris he never told anyone about, and the moment a bank teller said his real name for the first time in 18 months and changed everything. Now a pastor, husband, and father, Joshua talks about what healing actually looks like after trauma, why porn has nothing to do with sex and everything to do with intimacy, and how a woman named Hope and a heavenly Father gave him back his identity. This one goes deep. Don't say we didn't warn you! _______________________________________________ 📱Follow our new instagram! - https://www.instagram.com/deependlecr... 📱Connect with Lecrae - 📮 Join the conversation… Exclusive previews, discounts, bonus content, and more: https://deependwithlecrae.com/ Stream the Album: 👕 Shop Lecrae Merch: ________________________________________________ Chapter Markers 0:00 - Cold Open 1:17 - Introducing Joshua Broome 3:06 - Growing Up Fatherless 8:03 - First Exposure to Porn & the Spiral Begins 14:44 - Chasing Fame in Hollywood 21:26 - How He Got Recruited Into the Adult Film Industry 28:47 - The Reality on Set 40:08 - When Reality Started Breaking Through 43:30 - 47 Friends Dead: The Industry's Hidden Toll 45:16 - The Night in Paris & Suicidal Ideation 51:47 - The Bank Teller Who Said His Real Name 55:39 - Hearing the Gospel for the First Time 58:46 - The Real Work of Healing 1:00:21 - Marriage, Hope & Fighting the Lies 1:10:22 - The Depth of Confession 1:13:14 - What People Don't Know About the Adult Film Industry 1:19:10 - Becoming a Father & Forgiving His Own Dad 1:24:53 - Miscarriage, New Life & Choosing Hope Over Fear 1:27:28 - Closing: Tell Somebody /episode/index/show/289702f0-eba6-44cb-bf7c-b7ff937eb51c/id/40180095

Bible Scholar Schools Lecrae on LGBTQ+, Sexuality, and Gender 02/20/2026

Bible Scholar Schools Lecrae on LGBTQ+, Sexuality, and Gender Reclaim your faith from OCD. Book a free 15 min call at Go to https://glorify-app.com/en/lecrae for $29.99 one year access! Protect your family today at meetfabric.com/lecrae Stay hydrated throughout your day. Use code lecrae for 20% off at dripdrop.com ______________________ What does it actually mean to be faithful to Jesus — not just culturally Christian, but genuinely biblical? In this episode of The Deep End, we go deep with Dr. Preston Sprinkle, biblical scholar, author, podcaster, and co-founder of the Center for Faith, Sexuality & Gender. Preston shares how a rigorous study of Scripture led him to unexpected conclusions on two of the most emotionally charged debates in the church today: women in leadership and LGBTQ+ sexuality. We talk about his new book From Genesis to Junior — an honest, real-time exegetical journey through what the Bible actually says about women and church leadership — and why he didn't know where he'd land before he started writing it. We also get into the nuance behind yes-or-no culture, why "homosexuality is sin" isn't as simple a question as it sounds, the 83% statistic about LGBT people raised in the church, and what pastoral compassion actually looks like when someone asks "Did God make me gay?" This is a conversation about truth AND grace — not one or the other. Topics covered: What faithfulness to Jesus really looks like The debate over women in church leadership (complementarian vs. egalitarian) Primogeniture, Genesis 1–3, and what Adam's creation order actually means Same-sex attraction, celibacy, and navigating hard pastoral questions Why Preston refuses to give thin answers to thick questions The danger of cultural Christianity and sound-bite theolog _______________________________________________ 📱Follow our new instagram! - https://www.instagram.com/deependlecr... 📱 Connect with Lecrae - https://linktr.ee/Lecrae 📮 Join the conversation… Exclusive previews, discounts, bonus content, and more: Stream the Album: 👕 Shop Lecrae Merch: https://lecrae.store/ /episode/index/show/289702f0-eba6-44cb-bf7c-b7ff937eb51c/id/40139360

Kountry Wayne Has A DEEP Convo With Lecrae 02/13/2026

Kountry Wayne Has A DEEP Convo With Lecrae Go to talkiatry.com/lecrae to get matched with a psychiatrist today. I’m excited for this one, fam. Today on The Deep End, I’m sitting down with my brother Country Wayne. Most of the world knows him for the billions of streams, the Netflix specials, and the viral skits that make your "mama’s mama" laugh. But when you really look at his history, you see a story that’s way deeper and more serious than the comedy he puts out. We’re talking about a man who lost his mom at 11, grew up surrounded by the drug game in Milan, Georgia, and eventually became a "doughboy" himself. But even when he was in the middle of all that, he never let what he was doing shake his faith in who he was. What We Dive Into: The Exit Strategy: Wayne talks about how he was trying to get out of the streets the entire time he was in them, eventually picking up a Bible at age 24 and reading it from the beginning. The Narrow Escape: He shares the wild reality of going viral while still "selling licks" and how he finally quit the game just one day before the feds knocked on his door. Faith Over Fame: Why he isn’t ashamed to scream the name of Jesus and why he feels he’s "endorsed" by God rather than the industry. Real Success: How he manages being a father of 10 and why he puts his business and family's well-being over the hollow parts of fame. Regrets and Redemption: A transparent look at his biggest regret—not doing what he was supposed to be doing sooner—and how losing his mother taught him that nothing in this world is truly "real" except faith. "I just laugh through the fire... I knew I had a purpose and I just knew it was always tied to God." Wayne is a true innovator and a serial entrepreneur who used the skills he learned in the streets to build a kingdom-minded empire. This conversation isn't just about comedy; it's about the grit, wisdom, and divine timing it takes to change your life. Watch the full episode now to see how Wayne turned a mess into a masterpiece. _______________________________________________ 📱Follow our new instagram! - https://www.instagram.com/deependlecr... 📱 Connect with Lecrae - https://linktr.ee/Lecrae 📮 Join the conversation… Exclusive previews, discounts, bonus content, and more: Stream the Album: 👕 Shop Lecrae Merch: https://lecrae.store/ /episode/index/show/289702f0-eba6-44cb-bf7c-b7ff937eb51c/id/40050150

Christine Caine Almost Quit Christianity. 02/05/2026

Christine Caine Almost Quit Christianity. Description Get paid EARLY. with the Earn In App. Use code: DEEPENDWITHLECRAE_PODCAST: Reclaim your faith from OCD. Book a free 15 min call at In this episode of The Deep End, Lecrae sits down with world-renowned Bible teacher, author, and activist Christine Caine. Christine opens up about her powerful journey from being an "unnamed" child in Australia to leading a global movement against human trafficking. She dives deep into the reality of childhood trauma, the shocking discovery of her adoption at age 33, and how she learned to "rewire" her brain through the Word of God. Whether you are struggling with a "mother wound," navigating disappointment in church leadership, or feeling like you're in your own "Hell Week," this conversation offers a roadmap for moving from survival to a life of true, supernatural flourishing. In this episode, we discuss: How to handle the "pain of recovery" after a life-altering injury or trauma. The difference between a "well-managed life" and a supernatural one. Why your history does not define your destiny. Practical wisdom for the next generation of leaders in a social media-driven world. Why the most fruitful decade of your life might still be ahead of you. Connect with Christine Caine A21 Campaign: — Learn how you can help abolish slavery everywhere, forever. Propel Women: Resources to help women activate their passion and purpose. New Book: The Faith to Flourish — Available now. Follow The Deep End Subscribe for more deep conversations on faith, leadership, and culture. CHAPTER MARKERS 00:00 Introduction to Christine Caine 02:38 History of Trauma and Resilience 03:33 Growing Up in a Greek Immigrant Home 05:15 The Discovery of Adoption 08:11 Unnamed Number 2508: A Crisis of Identity 09:23 Renewing the Mind through Scripture 11:48 From Numbers to People: The Mission of A21 13:35 Seeking the Biological Mother 15:16 "I Don't Want Any Trouble": A Mother's Voice 19:23 The Pain of Recovery vs. The Pain of Injury 21:42 Breaking Cultural and Family Expectations 27:29 Marriage and Shared Purpose with Nick Caine 34:51 The Wheel and the Oil: Balancing Life 37:17 Avoiding a Well-Managed Life without God 40:51 Having the Faith to Flourish 44:56 Justice Work and the Hope of Christ 52:43 Hell Week: The Choice to Keep Running 57:21 The Danger of Tapping Out at 60 59:42 Navigating Church Failure and Disappointment 01:03:57 Responding Out of Wisdom, Not Wounding 01:14:36 Advice for the Social Media Generation 01:17:03 Deep End Questions: Misconceptions and Prisons 01:23:24 Preparing for the Most Fruitful Decade 01:27:54 Legacy and Handing Over the Baton of Faith 01:31:53 Resources to Help Fight Human Trafficking _______________________________________________ 📱Follow our new instagram! - . 📱Connect with Lecrae - 📮 Join the conversation… Exclusive previews, discounts, bonus content, and more: Stream the Album: 👕 Shop Lecrae Merch: /episode/index/show/289702f0-eba6-44cb-bf7c-b7ff937eb51c/id/39985755

David and Tamala Mann Reveal the SECRET to A Successful Marriage 01/30/2026

David and Tamala Mann Reveal the SECRET to A Successful Marriage What does it really take to survive marriage, ministry, fame, mental health battles, and faith... all at the same time? In this episode of The Deep End, Lecrae sits down with gospel icons, actors, and comedians David Mann and Tamela Mann for one of the most raw and honest conversations we’ve ever had. They open up about their nearly 40-year marriage, childhood trauma, poverty, blended family challenges, public scrutiny, depression, suicidal thoughts, and the faith that held them together when everything else was falling apart. From dumpster-diving as teenagers to standing ovations with Tyler Perry, from silent suffering to healing through therapy and prayer. This is survival, grace, repentance, forgiveness, and love that refuses to quit. If you’ve ever wondered: – How strong marriages are actually built – What faith looks like in depression, not just success – How to support a spouse who is drowning silently – Why therapy and prayer are not enemies – Or how God redeems the most painful chapters This conversation is for you. _______________________________________________ Chapter Markers – When success hides silent suffering – Introducing David & Tamela Mann – Authentic faith vs. church perfection – How their friendship turned into marriage – Singing together before fame – Realizing adulthood and responsibility – Falling in love through friendship – Childhood trauma and broken homes – Dumpster diving and survival – Witnessing abuse and learning anger – Choosing marriage when divorce felt easier – The night the lights were shut off – “The knock at the door” — discovering another child – Choosing unity over jealousy – Feeling alone inside marriage – From Kirk Franklin to Tyler Perry – When the worst career moment became the best – Fame, generosity, and trauma behind the scenes – Working together as husband and wife – Depression, shame, and suicidal thoughts – “Thousands watched me drown” – A wife realizing she missed the warning signs – Therapy, boundaries, and healing – Faith that carries you through the night – Music, success, and staying grounded – Marriage as shared light, not competition – What’s next for David & Tamela – Final words of hope and grace _______________________________________________ 📱Follow our new instagram! - . 📱Connect with Lecrae - 📮 Join the conversation… Exclusive previews, discounts, bonus content, and more: Stream the Album: 👕 Shop Lecrae Merch: /episode/index/show/289702f0-eba6-44cb-bf7c-b7ff937eb51c/id/39852920