Dead Man Talking

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when life as you knew it disappears—and the future hasn’t taken shape yet? In this episode of Dead Man Talking, the crew dives into the disorienting, often painful reality of liminal space... that “already but not yet” season where certainty fades, identity feels untethered, and your feet are “firmly planted in midair.” Through raw stories of cancer, loss, vocational upheaval, war, and personal crisis, the conversation names what many feel but struggle to articulate: freefall, loneliness, questioning, longing. This isn’t a quick-fix conversation—there are no easy answers here, only honest reflections on what it feels like to live in the tension when old answers stop working and new ones haven’t arrived yet .But beneath the disorientation, there’s something deeper being uncovered. Liminal space becomes a revealer—stripping away false anchors like control, identity, and security—and pointing toward something more enduring. As the conversation unfolds, the group explores how these in-between seasons, though unwanted, can sharpen faith, deepen dependence, and awaken a quiet but persistent hope. Whether you’re navigating uncertainty, loss, or a season of waiting, this episode invites you to recognize that you’re not alone—and that even when nothing feels stable, there may be something eternal holding you steady.You can donate to the ministry of Audra Smith, the Pastor's Widow, by clicking here. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. To learn more about Audra's work, you can find her website here. Also, look for her on Facebook and Instagram. Will you consider giving to help support Bob Roberts and his ministry as he seeks to glorify God along his cancer journey. Any and all gifts are greatly appreciated. You can give here at the Go Fund Me page that was created for him. 

Send us Fan MailWe all feel it at some point—the quiet, persistent ache that something in this world is not the way it’s supposed to be. In this episode of Dead Man Talking, the guys lean into that reality with honesty and vulnerability, exploring what Scripture calls the “groaning” of creation and the groaning we feel deep within ourselves. Through personal stories of suffering, loss, friendship, and even facing death, this conversation refuses to numb the pain or rush past it. Instead, it names it.But this isn’t a conversation without hope. As the discussion unfolds, the groaning itself begins to take on new meaning—not as a sign of despair, but as evidence that we were made for something more. From Romans 8 to the words of Jesus, the guys reflect on how our longing, our grief, and even our confusion are all pointing beyond this broken world to a coming restoration. This is not the way it’s supposed to be… and deep down, we know it.Whether you’re walking through personal loss, wrestling with unanswered questions, or simply feeling the weight of a broken world, this episode is an invitation to be honest about your groaning—and to find that even there, Christ meets us. Not with quick fixes, but with presence, promise, and a hope that does not disappoint.You can donate to the ministry of Audra Smith, the Pastor's Widow, by clicking here. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. To learn more about Audra's work, you can find her website here. Also, look for her on Facebook and Instagram. Will you consider giving to help support Bob Roberts and his ministry as he seeks to glorify God along his cancer journey. Any and all gifts are greatly appreciated. You can give here at the Go Fund Me page that was created for him. 

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of The Dead Man Talking Podcast, the conversation turns to something many men want but few know how to build: real friendship. Why do so many men feel alone—even when they’re surrounded by people? And why does Bob insist that a man doesn’t just need one close friend, but four to six brothers who truly know him? What begins as a lighthearted conversation quickly moves into deeper waters as the guys share stories of war, heartbreak, temptation, and the quiet struggles most men carry.Along the way, the group wrestles honestly with the cultural messages that taught men to “man up,” hide emotion, and face life alone. But they also explore the surprising truth that vulnerability is not weakness—it’s the doorway to real brotherhood. Drawing from Scripture, personal experience, and decades of friendship, they unpack why isolation can be dangerous and why the right group of friends can literally change the course of a man’s life.And as Bob reflects on friendship while walking through his own battle with terminal cancer, the conversation becomes even more powerful. This episode isn’t just about having buddies to hang out with—it’s about the kind of friendships that help a man face temptation, suffering, and even death with courage. If you’ve ever wondered why male friendship matters so much—or how to build it—this conversation will challenge and encourage you.You can donate to the ministry of Audra Smith, the Pastor's Widow, by clicking here. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. To learn more about Audra's work, you can find her website here. Also, look for her on Facebook and Instagram. Will you consider giving to help support Bob Roberts and his ministry as he seeks to glorify God along his cancer journey. Any and all gifts are greatly appreciated. You can give here at the Go Fund Me page that was created for him. 

Send us Fan MailThis episode marks a sobering turn in the Dead Man Talking journey. What begins with familiar humor gradually gives way to a serious conversation as Bob shares a clear medical reality and a decision that carries real cost no matter which path is taken. With limited options on the table, the room grows quiet as everyone wrestles with what it means to choose faithfully when time itself has become part of the equation.Rather than offering easy answers, this conversation stays in the tension. The guys reflect on how decisions are actually made when faith, wisdom, family, church, suffering, and mortality collide. What emerges is an honest, unfiltered look at discernment in the face of death — and a reminder that sometimes the most faithful thing we can do is sit with reality, together, and trust God with what we cannot control.You can donate to the ministry of Audra Smith, the Pastor's Widow, by clicking here. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. To learn more about Audra's work, you can find her website here. Also, look for her on Facebook and Instagram. Will you consider giving to help support Bob Roberts and his ministry as he seeks to glorify God along his cancer journey. Any and all gifts are greatly appreciated. You can give here at the Go Fund Me page that was created for him. 

Send us Fan MailWhen the Dead Man Talking crew got together in Pennsylvania around Thanksgiving time (2025) we had the opportunity to minister in a few churches. This is the panel discussion from Calvary Baptist in Central PA. This conversation shares a little bit more into the lives of the guys on this podcast. Particularly, Jason Janz shares a powerful reflection on the 14 years he spent waiting for his brother to come out of a coma. To hear more, be sure to follow and subscribe wherever it is that you listen. You can donate to the ministry of Audra Smith, the Pastor's Widow, by clicking here. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. To learn more about Audra's work, you can find her website here. Also, look for her on Facebook and Instagram. Will you consider giving to help support Bob Roberts and his ministry as he seeks to glorify God along his cancer journey. Any and all gifts are greatly appreciated. You can give here at the Go Fund Me page that was created for him. 

Send us Fan MailAt the start of the new year, the crew gets together again to talk about resolutions...rather resignations. The idea of resolutions is pretty common, but we take the liberty to add a spin on things and talk about the idea of resignations. In this episode, we get a framework for crafting your very own resignations as well as hearing some of the resignations that the guys have put together themselves. We also get an updated report on Bob's cancer journey as well as an update on the "Crack the Barrel" challenge. Prompts for writing your own ResignationsWhat version of yourself are you still striving to become that consistently produces anxiety rather than faithfulness?What limitation—temperamental, physical, relational, or circumstantial—have you been treating as an obstacle rather than a boundary God intends you to live and act within?Where are you sensing responsibility that God has never clearly assigned to you?What criticism or disappointment have you been trying to outgrow instead of accepting as part of faithful living and following Jesus?What failure in your past are you still struggling to get over?If you were to write one honest resignation for this year, what illusion would you be willing to release?You might begin simply:Resigned, that… So, be thankful for…Closing ReflectionThe Christian life is not about finally becoming impressive enough for God to use. It is about becoming truthful enough to stop getting in the way.by Jason Janz (slightly edited) You can donate to the ministry of Audra Smith, the Pastor's Widow, by clicking here. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. To learn more about Audra's work, you can find her website here. Also, look for her on Facebook and Instagram. Will you consider giving to help support Bob Roberts and his ministry as he seeks to glorify God along his cancer journey. Any and all gifts are greatly appreciated. You can give here at the Go Fund Me page that was created for him. 

Send us Fan MailAround Thanksgiving 2025, the Dead Man Talking crew met up for a weekend together in Central PA. They spent time together at Camp K, and got the opportunity to present live some of what they have been doing on the podcast. Emmanuel Baptist Church in Mechanicsburg, PA, graciously hosted the DMT crew for a service. Special thanks to the AV team from the church who was able to capture this conversation and Q&A. Some of what was said here was review from previous episode, but some of what was talked about was shared with fresh perspective and intentionally prescriptive. Even if you are a regular listener of the podcast, this LIVE event is worth the time to check it out. You can donate to the ministry of Audra Smith, the Pastor's Widow, by clicking here. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. To learn more about Audra's work, you can find her website here. Also, look for her on Facebook and Instagram. Will you consider giving to help support Bob Roberts and his ministry as he seeks to glorify God along his cancer journey. Any and all gifts are greatly appreciated. You can give here at the Go Fund Me page that was created for him. 

Send us Fan MailIt's the end of the year and the beginning of 2026. Looking back on all that the team has experienced here on Dead Man Talking, we have learned a few things. One of the biggest things that we have realized is that our health matters. We only have one life, so we need to be the best stewards with what God has given.Bob leads the charge and sounds that battle cry, in Cracker Barrel of all places, for the crew to change towards better health habits in the upcoming year. He makes the case that very likely the cause of his cancer was poor and careless eating. So, out of love for his brothers, he challenges the group to make better choices in eating and fitness. In this episode, the group reflects on the challenge that has been made for the team, why it's important and what it will look like in the new year.You can donate to the ministry of Audra Smith, the Pastor's Widow, by clicking here. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. To learn more about Audra's work, you can find her website here. Also, look for her on Facebook and Instagram. Will you consider giving to help support Bob Roberts and his ministry as he seeks to glorify God along his cancer journey. Any and all gifts are greatly appreciated. You can give here at the Go Fund Me page that was created for him. 

Send us Fan MailThe Dead Man Talking crew gathered during the week of Thanksgiving in Pennsylvania for a time of retreat and renewal. During the weekend away, we were able to sit down and reflect on the year (and even more specifically, the last five months) and rehearse the ways that Bob's cancer and the responses following have changed each of us. During this episode of reflection, we consider who we were before Bob's big bout with cancer, and how we have all been changed for the good. There is truly a lot to be thankful for. You can donate to the ministry of Audra Smith, the Pastor's Widow, by clicking here. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. To learn more about Audra's work, you can find her website here. Also, look for her on Facebook and Instagram. Will you consider giving to help support Bob Roberts and his ministry as he seeks to glorify God along his cancer journey. Any and all gifts are greatly appreciated. You can give here at the Go Fund Me page that was created for him. 

Send us Fan MailTrevor Gearhart, a pastor and long time friend of the guys on the DMT podcast, joins the team as they talk with him about his recent death experience. That's right! Trevor suffered a severe heart attack while driving home from the "gym", drove off the road and crashed into an apartment complex. The emergency team on site had to resuscitate him after being ruled dead for three and a half minutes. Since his "death" experience, Trevor has been shown a lot about what matters in life and how important it is for him to act quickly on the things that matter in our lifetime to God. This is an episode that you will not want to pass up. If you are in the State College/ Harrisburg, PA area on the weekend of November 22-23, we would love to see you. Here are some details about where we will be. Come say hi. Two DMT Events on Sunday November 23rdMorning Event: Where: Calvary Baptist Church in Huntingdon PA https://www.hereatcalvary.org/about-us (Paator Derrick Suttles)What Time: 10:00am - Combined Session and Dead Man Talking Introductions; 11:00am - Worship Service; 12:30 - Lunch; 1:30 - Discussion Panel Q&ACost: FreeEvening Event:Where: Emmanuel Baptist Church in Mechanicsburg PA https://ebc4me.org/ (Pastor Steve Crews) What Time: 6PM Cost: FreeYou can donate to the ministry of Audra Smith, the Pastor's Widow, by clicking here. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. To learn more about Audra's work, you can find her website here. Also, look for her on Facebook and Instagram. Will you consider giving to help support Bob Roberts and his ministry as he seeks to glorify God along his cancer journey. Any and all gifts are greatly appreciated. You can give here at the Go Fund Me page that was created for him. 

Send us Fan MailBob shares an honest and hopeful update on his health and cancer journey. In this conversation, he offers personal insights on what it’s like to walk through cancer—both for those diagnosed and for those walking alongside someone who is. Drawing from his own experience, Bob offers some helpful tips as he and the guys reflect on what has helped him most and what he’s learned about faith, friendship, and resilience along the way.For a solid "Top Ten" things to know and do once the dreaded "cancer" diagnoses has been given,  https://www.facebook.com/share/p/16gkFvptk2/?mibextid=wwXIfrAdditionally, the guys share the details about a live in person event that will be happening soon. Check out the details below. Two DMT Events on Sunday November 23rdMorning Event: Where: Calvary Baptist Church in Huntingdon PA https://www.hereatcalvary.org/about-us (Paator Derrick Suttles)What Time: 10:00am - Combined Session and Dead Man Talking Introductions11:00am - Worship Service12:30 - Lunch1:30 - Discussion Panel Q&ACost: FreeEvening Event:Where: Emmanuel Baptist Church in Mechanicsburg PA https://ebc4me.org/ (Pastor Steve Crews) What Time: 6PM Cost: FreeYou can donate to the ministry of Audra Smith, the Pastor's Widow, by clicking here. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. To learn more about Audra's work, you can find her website here. Also, look for her on Facebook and Instagram. Will you consider giving to help support Bob Roberts and his ministry as he seeks to glorify God along his cancer journey. Any and all gifts are greatly appreciated. You can give here at the Go Fund Me page that was created for him. 

Send us Fan MailJust when you would suspect that Bob's cancer situation was as bad as it could get, this week things got much darker and devastating. In this episode, Bob shares an update regarding his cancer. But he also shares some more discouraging news about family and what that means for him and those closest to him. Be sure to listen to the end to find out details that might be of interest in the upcoming DMT meet up in November.You can donate to the ministry of Audra Smith, the Pastor's Widow, by clicking here. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. To learn more about Audra's work, you can find her website here. Also, look for her on Facebook and Instagram. Will you consider giving to help support Bob Roberts and his ministry as he seeks to glorify God along his cancer journey. Any and all gifts are greatly appreciated. You can give here at the Go Fund Me page that was created for him. 

Send us Fan MailDoes the feeling of regret have a place in the life of a Christian if they believe in a sovereign God who is all powerful and has determined all that happens. Does regret undermine genuine faith in the Christian God?The DMT crew respond to a very thoughtful question from a listener about the place that regret plays in the life of a Christian. What do we do with feelings regarding the decisions that we have made that led to less than desirable outcomes? How do we justify our feelings and still believe that God has a plan in life no matter the circumstances.You can donate to the ministry of Audra Smith, the Pastor's Widow, by clicking here. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. To learn more about Audra's work, you can find her website here. Also, look for her on Facebook and Instagram. Will you consider giving to help support Bob Roberts and his ministry as he seeks to glorify God along his cancer journey. Any and all gifts are greatly appreciated. You can give here at the Go Fund Me page that was created for him. 

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of the Dead Man Talking Podcast, the crew is joined by Audra Keefer Smith who the guys have known for decades through college. Audra has suffered a significant amount of loss and brokenness in her lifetime. In the episode, Bob points out that among the many trials she has faced, three significant ones are the loss of a child, the loss of her husband, and being diagnosed with cancer. In the midst of this, God has done a magnificent work in and through her. If you want to encourage and support the work that Audra is doing by giving towards the ministry of The Pastor Widow, you can donate here. Your support will help continue to uphold the wonderful work that she is already doing. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. Again, this the link that you can use to donate to support Audra Smith financially: https://thepastorswidow.com/give/She is the writer and creator behind the widely read blog and Facebook page called "The Pastor's Widow." You can find her website/blog here. Her Facebook Page here. Her Instagram here. And you can find here on YouTube here. If you would like to give to help support Audra and the work that she is doing through the Pastor's Widow, please consider generously giving toward her work here. You can donate to the ministry of Audra Smith, the Pastor's Widow, by clicking here. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. To learn more about Audra's work, you can find her website here. Also, look for her on Facebook and Instagram. Will you consider giving to help support Bob Roberts and his ministry as he seeks to glorify God along his cancer journey. Any and all gifts are greatly appreciated. You can give here at the Go Fund Me page that was created for him. 

Send us Fan Mail🎙️ Dead Man Talking: Episode Milestone & Gratitude 🎙️Yesterday I had the joy of sitting down with my friend Jason Janz to record a short but meaningful 14-minute episode of Dead Man Talking. We began by celebrating a milestone I honestly wasn’t sure we’d ever see: twelve episodes. When we started, we didn’t know if this would last past three or four. To be here now is nothing short of grace.Along the way, so many of you have spoken words of encouragement, shared constructive feedback, and cheered us forward. Every note, every prayer, every message of “keep going” has mattered more than you know. Thank you. 🙏We also paused to acknowledge our donors—those who have carried not just the podcast, but me personally, through this valley. Your generosity has supported my medical needs, and it has allowed Dead Man Talking to exist at all. From the depths of my heart: thank you.As Jason and I looked ahead, we talked about where the podcast is going. More and more, we want to highlight the stories of other sufferers—other people in the valley—so that together we can shine a light on hope in the midst of darkness. That’s the heartbeat moving forward.And in that spirit, our biggest patrons have asked us to open the door for one last financial push toward my GoFundMe, even as the podcast begins shifting its fundraising focus to bless others we highlight in future episodes. Here’s a link to the GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-bob-roberts-cancer-journeyI can’t say it enough: I am grateful. Grateful for life, grateful for friends who sit in the valley with me, and grateful for you—for every prayer, every word, every gift, and every moment you’ve carried me further than I could have gone on my own.This update was recorded September 1, 2025. The following update was posted on FB on September 2. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/16sGvMvMya/?mibextid=wwXIfrYou can donate to the ministry of Audra Smith, the Pastor's Widow, by clicking here. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. To learn more about Audra's work, you can find her website here. Also, look for her on Facebook and Instagram. Will you consider giving to help support Bob Roberts and his ministry as he seeks to glorify God along his cancer journey. Any and all gifts are greatly appreciated. You can give here at the Go Fund Me page that was created for him. 

Send us Fan MailIt's hard to talk about sometimes. When a man suffers the pain of loss and despair, grief is real and present whether it's seen or expressed. One of our co-hosts, Ellis Murphree, shares the story of the what it was like to go through the tragic loss of his first wife and what God did in him to set him on course to hope and healing. Beyond that, Murph has embraced his new reality, and has given himself to help others like him in their time of suffering and pain. Loss and suffering is no joke for anyone. Listen to this episode as our five guys reflect on Murph's experience and give comment and insight to his response and recourse.You can donate to the ministry of Audra Smith, the Pastor's Widow, by clicking here. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. To learn more about Audra's work, you can find her website here. Also, look for her on Facebook and Instagram. Will you consider giving to help support Bob Roberts and his ministry as he seeks to glorify God along his cancer journey. Any and all gifts are greatly appreciated. You can give here at the Go Fund Me page that was created for him. 

Send us Fan MailThe DMT crew is joined by Tara Martindale whose husband Kent passed away in November of 2024 due to a cancer in his brain that was incurable. Tara shares part of their story and the lessons that she learned throughout the process. A friend and pastor of the Tara and Kent, Brian Peterson, joins us on episode as well. He shares his perspective both as a friend of Kent's as well as a witness of their experience. Together, Brian and Tara along with the DMT crew share in the amazing goodness and greatness of God.From Bob Roberts about this episode: This may be the most important episode of Dead Man Talking yet. I suspect it is.A few weeks ago, four of us had the profound honor of sitting down with Tara Martindale and her pastor, Brian Peterson. Tara recently lost her beloved husband, Kent, after a courageous two-year battle with brain cancer.What unfolded in that interview left us speechless. As we listened to Tara recount her journey through the valley of grief, pain, and unimaginable love, it became crystal clear: we were sitting at the feet of a spiritual Jedi. We asked questions; she dropped gold. Honestly, we felt like Padawans in the presence of a master.Her honesty. Her wisdom. Her fierce, humble faith. This episode isn’t just for those who have walked through loss—it’s for anyone who has ever asked, “Where is God in this fire?” Because Tara’s story reminds us of a beautiful, blazing truth: we are never alone in the furnace. There’s always Another with us.If you or someone you love is carrying sorrow, facing illness, or simply feeling the weight of life right now—please listen. And please share.🎧 Streaming now wherever you get your podcasts. Just search for “Dead Man Talking.”#DeadManTalking #Episode11 #GriefAndGrace #FaithInTheFire #YouAreNotAlonerYou can donate to the ministry of Audra Smith, the Pastor's Widow, by clicking here. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. To learn more about Audra's work, you can find her website here. Also, look for her on Facebook and Instagram. Will you consider giving to help support Bob Roberts and his ministry as he seeks to glorify God along his cancer journey. Any and all gifts are greatly appreciated. You can give here at the Go Fund Me page that was created for him. 

Send us Fan MailWe’ve been talking a lot for nine good episodes, and you’ve been listening. All along the way you have been responding, and we’ve been listening too. Now that we have reached Episode 10, we want to pause and engage with your comments and messages and thank God for how he’s using this podcast in your lives. Thank you for being a part of our conversation. It’s made a difference. We look forward to sharing more with you moving forward.You can donate to the ministry of Audra Smith, the Pastor's Widow, by clicking here. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. To learn more about Audra's work, you can find her website here. Also, look for her on Facebook and Instagram. Will you consider giving to help support Bob Roberts and his ministry as he seeks to glorify God along his cancer journey. Any and all gifts are greatly appreciated. You can give here at the Go Fund Me page that was created for him. 

Send us Fan MailWhen we live in a world that is full of comfort and convenience, whether it's one that we have been blessed with or that we have built for ourselves, we live outside reality. Suffering helps bring us back to reality. In this conversation, the guys discuss the down side of not going through suffering and how it can deceive us away from the truth. For more conversations and great thoughts on suffering and Christianity, be sure to check out the rest of the podcast.You can donate to the ministry of Audra Smith, the Pastor's Widow, by clicking here. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. To learn more about Audra's work, you can find her website here. Also, look for her on Facebook and Instagram. Will you consider giving to help support Bob Roberts and his ministry as he seeks to glorify God along his cancer journey. Any and all gifts are greatly appreciated. You can give here at the Go Fund Me page that was created for him. 

Send us Fan MailThis second live conversation continues regarding suffering and the value that it brings. Diving deeper into the individual situations of few of the scenarios from these guys lives, the question is raised, "is the suffering worth it?" Is the good that comes from suffering actually better that not suffering at all? If this episode or any of the episodes from this podcast have been meaningful to you in any way, please feel free to drop us a line and share with us how it has helped you. And be sure to like and subscribe wherever it is that you listen. You can donate to the ministry of Audra Smith, the Pastor's Widow, by clicking here. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. To learn more about Audra's work, you can find her website here. Also, look for her on Facebook and Instagram. Will you consider giving to help support Bob Roberts and his ministry as he seeks to glorify God along his cancer journey. Any and all gifts are greatly appreciated. You can give here at the Go Fund Me page that was created for him. 

Send us Fan MailThe guys gather together live in Phoenix for this in-person episode. Anyone who has been seriously committed to the Christian faith and church have had to face the challenges of serious trials, heartbreak and disappointment. These guys are no exception. The difficulties that they have encountered has attacked their faith deep and to the heart. In this episode, they give a little glimpse into the struggles of faith that they have had for years and even decades. An evangelist that doubts the existence of God.A popular camp speaker that utterly detests the concept of hell. A faithful husband and father that wonders if God even loves him. A Christian leader absolutely fried by other Christian leaders. The perfect marriage obliterated beyond repair. Can these actually love Jesus and still follow Him with all their hearts? Oh yes. Yes they can.If you find this to be a blessing, please share. Thank you friendsYou can donate to the ministry of Audra Smith, the Pastor's Widow, by clicking here. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. To learn more about Audra's work, you can find her website here. Also, look for her on Facebook and Instagram. Will you consider giving to help support Bob Roberts and his ministry as he seeks to glorify God along his cancer journey. Any and all gifts are greatly appreciated. You can give here at the Go Fund Me page that was created for him. 

Send us Fan MailWhat do you say when a friend is going through a hard time -- a time full of the worse pain and suffering? Sometimes we don't know what to say, so we say what sounds good; but is it the best thing? Is it what offers the most comfort? Just because it's found in the Bible, it doesn't mean it needs to be said. Sometimes the best thing we can do is just be quiet and be present. Bob and his friends share moments when they have messed up, when they have been unhelpfully (even hurtfully) "comforted" by well meaning people. And they share ways that they have been meaningfully ministered to as well as ways they have been learned to minister to people. This episode is so helpful for anyone who really wants to think carefully how to help the best comfort to a friend when they are in their worst season of life. Brief cameo by Miracle Max. You can donate to the ministry of Audra Smith, the Pastor's Widow, by clicking here. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. To learn more about Audra's work, you can find her website here. Also, look for her on Facebook and Instagram. Will you consider giving to help support Bob Roberts and his ministry as he seeks to glorify God along his cancer journey. Any and all gifts are greatly appreciated. You can give here at the Go Fund Me page that was created for him. 

Send us Fan MailYou can donate to the ministry of Audra Smith, the Pastor's Widow, by clicking here. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. To learn more about Audra's work, you can find her website here. Also, look for her on Facebook and Instagram. Will you consider giving to help support Bob Roberts and his ministry as he seeks to glorify God along his cancer journey. Any and all gifts are greatly appreciated. You can give here at the Go Fund Me page that was created for him. 

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Dead Man Talking, Bob Roberts shares unexpected news about his latest cancer test results. Hear his friends react to the update. Plus, Bob’s 13-year-old daughter, Cadence, joins the conversation as a special guest while visiting him in Arizona.What you’ll hear:Bob’s Health Update: After months of difficult reports, Bob received hopeful news. His latest test shows a significant drop in a key liver cancer marker, suggesting the current treatment is working.Bob’s Reaction: Bob talks about processing this news. He discusses feeling pulled between his recent focus on heaven and the new possibility of more time on earth. He shares his relief and the plan for the next five weeks of treatment, leading up to a critical evaluation scan.Friends’ Reactions: Jason Janz, Will Galkin (joining from overseas), Ellis Murphree, and Josh Darnell share their honest thoughts. You’ll hear their surprise, gratitude, cautious optimism, and desire for Bob to stay.Meet Cadence: Get to know Bob’s daughter, Cadence. She talks about flying alone for the first time to see her dad. She shares what it was like getting the news, what she enjoys (and doesn’t!) about her dad, and talks a little about school, church, and a memorable trip to Hong Kong.Looking Ahead: The group discusses how this news affects their perspective but agrees to continue the podcast with the same approach: hoping for the best while planning for the worst.Podcast Production by Podders: https://podders.ioYou can donate to the ministry of Audra Smith, the Pastor's Widow, by clicking here. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. To learn more about Audra's work, you can find her website here. Also, look for her on Facebook and Instagram. Will you consider giving to help support Bob Roberts and his ministry as he seeks to glorify God along his cancer journey. Any and all gifts are greatly appreciated. You can give here at the Go Fund Me page that was created for him. 

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Dead Man Talking, Bob Roberts, alongside his close friends, tackle the topic of Bob’s “Bucket List.” 10 things he aims to accomplish before his potential passing. This installment covers the first five items on his list, framed within their ongoing stance of hoping for the best while planning for the worst.The conversation kicks off with Will Galkin sharing details from his recent trip to Phoenix to support Bob during a treatment day. They recount the experience, highlighting Bob’s warm connections with the clinic staff and the profound depth of their decades-long friendship, oscillating between humorous nostalgia (like Facebook stalking old friends) and reaching “level 20” transparency as they discussed life, regrets, and family dynamics with raw honesty and vulnerability. Podcast Production by Podders https://podders.ioYou can donate to the ministry of Audra Smith, the Pastor's Widow, by clicking here. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. To learn more about Audra's work, you can find her website here. Also, look for her on Facebook and Instagram. Will you consider giving to help support Bob Roberts and his ministry as he seeks to glorify God along his cancer journey. Any and all gifts are greatly appreciated. You can give here at the Go Fund Me page that was created for him. 

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Dead Man Talking, Bob Roberts and his longtime college friends—Jason Janz, Will Galkin, Ellis Murphree, and Josh Darnell—dive deep into the heart of their thirty-plus-year friendship. Reflecting on the raw authenticity of the first episode, the group explores the origins of their bond at Northland College, sharing humorous and poignant memories from their youth, including missional adventures and pivotal moments of showing up for each other during profound hardship.They wrestle with the weight of Bob's stage four cancer diagnosis, discussing regrets about time not spent, the unique ways each friend brings out different facets in the others, and the pain of potentially losing one of their own. The conversation candidly navigates vulnerability, shared suffering, faith, anger, the nature of heaven, and the profound importance of investing in relationships, all while maintaining their signature blend of unfiltered honesty, laughter, and enduring hope. Bob also provides an update on his health and treatment journey.Podcast Production by Podders: https://podders.ioYou can donate to the ministry of Audra Smith, the Pastor's Widow, by clicking here. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. To learn more about Audra's work, you can find her website here. Also, look for her on Facebook and Instagram. Will you consider giving to help support Bob Roberts and his ministry as he seeks to glorify God along his cancer journey. Any and all gifts are greatly appreciated. You can give here at the Go Fund Me page that was created for him. 

Send us Fan MailIn this first episode, Bob Roberts—who is battling stage four cancer—launches Dead Man Talking. With his longtime college friends by his side, Bob opens up about his journey from his initial colon cancer diagnosis and treatment to the recent discovery of troubling liver scans. Amid raw honesty and irreverent humor, the group reflects on life’s unpredictable nature, the pain of suffering, and the enduring power of hope and friendship. The conversation blends health updates, jokes, and deep reflections on faith, reminding listeners that even in the darkest moments, life can be celebrated.Podcast Production by Podders: https://podders.ioYou can donate to the ministry of Audra Smith, the Pastor's Widow, by clicking here. Your gifts are greatly appreciated. To learn more about Audra's work, you can find her website here. Also, look for her on Facebook and Instagram. Will you consider giving to help support Bob Roberts and his ministry as he seeks to glorify God along his cancer journey. Any and all gifts are greatly appreciated. You can give here at the Go Fund Me page that was created for him.