22 episodes

The Unimaginable is a show about phenomenal encounters and the life altering decisions people make because of them. Join Belfast born host and musician James Brown as he investigates unusual perspectives born out of the unimaginable. Each episode starts with a guest’s unimaginable event followed by a conversation between James and his guest as they unpack (sometimes while laughing and crying) stories that touch on the unknown, loss, spirituality, resilience, power, life, presence, empathy and acceptance. Take a music driven ride with a group of unheard and unknown experts in the unimaginable to heal a little, feel less alone and to learn from those that have been to hell and back - sometimes more than once.

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    • Society & Culture
    • 4.8 • 25 Ratings

The Unimaginable is a show about phenomenal encounters and the life altering decisions people make because of them. Join Belfast born host and musician James Brown as he investigates unusual perspectives born out of the unimaginable. Each episode starts with a guest’s unimaginable event followed by a conversation between James and his guest as they unpack (sometimes while laughing and crying) stories that touch on the unknown, loss, spirituality, resilience, power, life, presence, empathy and acceptance. Take a music driven ride with a group of unheard and unknown experts in the unimaginable to heal a little, feel less alone and to learn from those that have been to hell and back - sometimes more than once.

    Alex Huggins

    Alex Huggins

    Embark on a journey through the shadows of an unconventional coming-of-age story. Meet Alex Huggins, a screenwriter and director who broke free from the clutches of Mormons in Utah, forging an unexpected path to a new home. Join us as we unmask the layers of corruption in the Mormon community, grapple with identity, and explore the essence of what truly counts each day.
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    • 26 min
    Trace Thompson (part two)

    Trace Thompson (part two)

    This episode is the rest of the testimony of a literal poster child of an evangelical mega church in Arlington TX. From raising money, to saving souls, to being electrocuted in Kenya, to preaching to a football field full of people in Pakistan only to be disturbed by red dots from sniper rifles. Trace Thompson has had an unimaginable past that strangely resembles mine. Buckle up for part two of a nonchalant revisit to other previous lives.
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    • 33 min
    Trace Thompson (part one)

    Trace Thompson (part one)

    This episode is the testimony of a literal poster child of an evangelical mega church in Arlington TX. From raising money, to saving souls, to being electrocuted in Kenya, to preaching to a football field full of people in Pakistan only to be disturbed by red dots from sniper rifles. Trace Thompson has had an unimaginable past that strangely resembles mine. Buckle up for part one of a nonchalant revisit to a previous life.
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    • 29 min
    JT Favara

    JT Favara

    Raised on a farm in Texas, he learned the art of hunting, the value of hard work, and the secrets of survival. In the vast expanse of that Texan wilderness, he honed his skills and ultimately pursued a career with the US Navy SEALs.

    Listen up as we explore the life of a true Texan who used every curve ball as an opportunity, who held tight to his roots, and who showed that no matter where life may lead, the heart of a Texan remains resolute.
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    • 28 min
    Lindsey Byrnes

    Lindsey Byrnes

    The lens through which we view the world is our perspective, but more often that not, our past experiences color that lens, making everything seem like a reflection of history.

    This episode is the story of the photographer, Lindsey Byrnes. Stick around after the break for a vulnerable chat about her new project that centers around the search for an alternative perspective.
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    • 40 min
    Lincoln Parish

    Lincoln Parish

    From founding one of the worlds most successful rock bands at only 15 years old to becoming a sought after producer in Nashville by the age of 21, Lincoln Parish has a truly unique existence and perspective. Tune in for a candid chat about forming Cage The Elephant, AI’s production capabilities, loss and mental health.

    Be sure to listen to the end for a cliff hanger story about a member of cage the elephant at the Bowery Hotel in New York City that I probably should have cut. 
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    • 26 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
25 Ratings

25 Ratings

Nothappy007 ,

An important podcast

Love this podcast. Delves deep into love, loss, freedom, and purpose. A great format with free-flowing conversation and interesting guests. Great music and production. Highly recommend.

Drea2550 ,

Boring

Not interested in people s lives

SabrinaMD ,

James - An Irishman with heart

I’ve been expressing my new found love of this guy’s podcasts. I love the structure and formatting. The storytelling leading up to the conversation really sets the tone and the chat flows like a couple of friends just letting us in for a few minutes. I’ve learned a lot, about others and about myself in just two episodes. It’s therapeutic to just listen and hear the words coming through my speakers. Keep them coming!

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