The Basics of Life: Conversations

Season 6 begins with Normal People Making a Difference and Congressional Candidate for the 49th District of California Christopher Rodriguez. His sensational life story growing up in Chicago with a gang member father, joining the Marines after 9/11 and serving in two combat tours in Iraq, earning the Purple Heart […]

Season 6 is all about normal people making a difference, and few are making more of a difference in North County San Diego than Leslie Salazar-Carrillo. Join Pastor Rob Salvato with this conversation with an amazing woman and mother, a God-transformed life that has taken her to lead the Pathway […]

Pastor Rob Salvato catches up with a former member of his youth ministry turned pastor as they talk about Pastor Steele’s remarkable and blessed journey raising his autistic son. Radio listeners pick up at 21:39 […]

Join Pastor Rob Salvato as he has a wide-ranging discussion with Josiah O’Neil, former Combat Medic, Law Enforcement Officer, State Department Officer and now California Congressional Candidate for District 49 […]

Join Pastor Rob Salvato in this very timely special episode as he reveals how the current invasion of Ukraine by Russia aligns with Biblical Prophecy. […]

Pastor Rob Salvato is joined by Dr. Mark Hitchcock as they talk about Bible prophecy in light of some of the things we are seeing in our world today. Dr. Hitchcock has written more than 30 books related to prophecy that have sold over a million copies, and is the […]

Join Pastor Rob Salvato as he shares a conversation with Pastor Tom Hughes of 4|12 Church in San Jacinto, CA and Hope For Our Times website and podcast. The Pastors talk about what is going on in our world and how it relates to Bible Prophecy. Radio listeners pick up […]

Pastor Greg Denham of Rise Church in San Marcos, California, joins Pastor Rob Salvato to examine the some biblical examples of revival from Nehemiah and Acts, how they resemble recent revivals, and how they might look like future revivals. Join Pastor Rob and Pastor Greg for this fascinating in-depth study […]

Pastor Rob Salvato is joined by Pastor Jud Wilhite, Senior Pastor of Central Church in Las Vegas, Nevada. This conversation dives in to what revival is looks like personally and corporately, as well as how revival happened and will happen in unique places like Las Vegas. Join Pastor Rob and […]

Continuing our series on revival, Pastor Rob Salvato is joined by Pastor Brett Meador of Athey Creek Christian Fellowship located in Portland, OR. In this episode, Brett and Rob answer questions about what revival looks like currently, what it looked like in the past, if we as believers have any […]

Season 5 kicks off with David Guzik of Enduring Word Ministries. Season 5 is all about Revival and our conversation asks what Revival is, what it means for the Church, what it means for individuals, and how it relates to Bible prophecy. *For listeners from the radio, pick up the […]

Pastor Rob Salvato teaches from Matthew Chapter 20 about the subject of ambition: Is it a negative thing? If so, then how come Jesus did not rebuke His disciples for seeking it? Listen in as Pastor Rob explains. […]

Pastor Rob Salvato is joined by Pastor Phil Metzger for the continuing series “The Hard Saying of Jesus”, this time in Luke 14:25-27 clarifying Jesus’ call to hate. […]

Pastor Brenen Beeler of Regenerate Church joins Pastor Rob on the podcast to discuss sin and forgiveness. […]

In this episode of the Basics of Life Conversations, Pastor Daniel Fusco returns to talk to Rob about faith and following Jesus. […]

Pastor Dave Menard joins Rob Salvato to talk about the cost of following Jesus.  […]

On this episode of the Hard Sayings of Jesus, Ed Taylor joins Rob Salvato to tackle on a difficult portion on forgiveness. […]

Pastor Tony Clark joins Pastor Rob on this episode of the “Hard Sayings of Jesus” to discuss what Jesus meant when He gave instruction about examining yourself before you judge others.  […]

Pastor Nick Cady joins Pastor Rob Salvato to talk about what Jesus meant when He thinned out the crowds after the feeding of the five thousand. […]

Pastor Jeff Gill & Pastor Rob Salvato talk about Jesus’ famous line to the rich young ruler concerning the eye of a needle and a camel. […]

To kick off our new season on the “Hard Sayings of Jesus” Rob Salvato and Josh Blevins break down Matthew 10:34-39 to clarify whether or not Jesus came to divide families or unite families. […]

As we continue the Hard Sayings of Jesus, Rob Salvato and Nate Holdridge tackle Matthew 11:12, where many have been left wondering if Jesus is promoting violence. […]

Lisa Collins concludes season three’s “God Stories” of the Basics of Life Conversations with Rob Salvato. Stay tuned for season four on “The Hard Sayings of Jesus”. […]

In this episode of the Basics of Life Conversations, Pastor Tommy Cota shares his powerful testimony from prison time to pastor.  […]

Justin Thomas, pastor of Calvary The Hill, talks with Rob Salvato about gender, sexuality, the LGBT community and the Gospel. […]

Amy Lefotu talks with Rob about her God story and how God brought her out of a gay lifestyle. […]

In this episode of the Basics of Life Conversations, Wayne Taylor shares his God Story of navigating parenthood while leading his daughter as she struggles with her sexuality. […]

Pastor and author of “When Faith Fails”, Dominic Done, talks with Rob about doubt and deconstruction. […]

We’re kicking off season 3 of the Basics of Life Conversations by hearing Rob Salvato’s God story. Stay tuned for more God stories to come for season 3. […]

Pastor Rob Salvato concludes season 2 of the Basics of Life Conversations with a discussion on bible prophecy with Pastor Brett Meador of Athey Creek Fellowship. […]

Skip Heitzig, pastor of Calvary Church in Albuquerque, New Mexico, shares insight on his latest book the biography of God.  […]

Evan Wickham is the Lead Pastor or Park Hill Church in San Diego. In this conversation, Rob and Evan bring clarity to the popular progressive and deconstruction movements that are emerging in many churches.  […]

Jason Duff, the lead pastor of the Garden Fellowship in Bermuda Dunes, talks with Rob Salvato about his battle with cancer and pneumonia. This conversation gives great insight to how God walks with us through suffering and always brings purpose to our pain. […]

Pastor Tony Clark of Calvary Chapel Newport News shares on the importance of Memorial Day, and how to serve those who have served in the armed forces. […]

Brett Meador, pastor of Athey Creek Fellowship in the Portland area, joins pastor Rob for an inspiring conversation on Brett’s story. He shares how he got started in ministry, his philosophies of ministry and some the exciting things that God is doing in the Portland area.  […]

David Zamorais the lead pastor of Living Way Church in Fontana, Ca. In this episode Pastor David shares his powerful testimony of God’s deliverance from drug abuse, gang violence, and prison. Pastor Rob also asks about many of the challenges and incredible outreach initiatives that Pastor David has begun in […]

In this episode, Rob Salvato interviews three incredible worship leaders on their favorite song about the cross. Evan Wickham, Dominic Balli, and Danny Donnelly have different responses but give incredible insight the work of Christ on the cross.  […]

In this episode, Rob Salvato interviews Jordan Verdin on treating people with dignity. Jordan is the founder of Humanity Showers, a non-profit organization that is making an incredible impact in the homeless community by restoring dignity through accessible showers. We believe this conversation will be both inspiring and challenging as […]

Pastor and author, Mark Hitchcock, returns to the podcast to have a conversation with Rob Salvato about the Mark of the Beast. In this conversation, Mark breaks down some of the key principles when it comes to this often misunderstood teaching in the Bible. […]

Kari Trent Stageberg returns to the Basic of Life Conversations to talk to Rob Salvato about merging in Marriage. This conversation is based off of Kari’s latest book titled “The Merge” and dives into what it looks like when two different people come together for a lifetime. […]

Pastor & Author, Daniel Fusco, returns to the Basics of Life Conversations to talk about his latest book “Crazy Happy”. In this conversation, Daniel links the Bible’s “Fruit of the Spirit” and “Beatitudes” to give great insight into a what it means to have a happy life.  […]

Denise Salvato joins her husband, Rob, in the studio for a Valentines edition of the Basics of Life Conversations. In this episode, Pastor Rob & Denise talk about ministry, marriage, and God’s mission for marriage. Radio listeners can pick up at the 24:05 mark.  […]

Pilgrim and Jen Benham of Shoreline Church in Bradenton, Florida talk with Rob Salvato about marriage and ministry. The Benham’s have been apart of multiple church plants and host the Marriage & Ministry Podcast. […]

Pastor and author, Ed Taylor, joins Rob Salvato in a conversation based around suffering with God. In this conversation Pastor Ed shares a real and raw experience of how God met him during a time of great suffering. […]

Founder of Hope Generation and lead pastor of Applegate Christian Fellowship, Ben Courson, is back for season 2 of the Basics of Life Conversations. Rob Salvato sits down with Ben Courson and Tyler Bacquet to talk about they learned from 2020, and what they’re looking forward to in 2021. […]

NY Times Bestseller, Bob Goff, kicks things off with Rob Salvato for season 2 of the Basics of Life Conversations. In this episode, we will hear Bob’s takeaways from 2020 and his dreams going into 2021. Our radio listeners can pick up at the 22:25 minute mark. […]

In this episode of the Basics of Life Conversations, Pastor Rob interviews Phil Wickham on his recent Christmas album. In this conversation, they will reflect on Phil’s history at Calvary Vista, as well as give a sneak peak into songwriting. Make sure to listen Part 1 of this conversation. […]

In this episode of the Basics of Life Conversations, Pastor Rob interviews Phil Wickham on his recent Christmas album. In this conversation, they will reflect on Phil’s history at Calvary Vista, as well as give a sneak peak into songwriting. Make sure to listen Part 2 of this conversation. […]

In this episode of the Basics of Life Conversations, Pastor Rob sits down Cody Flom. Cody is a pro scooter rider, and is very active on sharing his faith in his sphere of influence. In this episode, Cody shares what it means to live with a purpose, and how to […]

In this episode of the Basics of Life Conversations, Rob Salvato interviews Ben Courson. Ben has recently transitioned to the role of Lead Pastor of Applegate Christian Fellowship in Oregon, and is the founder of an international ministry called Hope Generation. In part 1 of this interview Ben shares about […]

In this episode of the Basics of Life Conversations, Pastor Rob sits down with Sean Mattison. Sean has an incredible career of pro surfing, coaching the USA surf team, and launching his own business, Von Sol Surfboards. In this conversation, Sean shares his testimony, gives insight into coaching, and how […]

In this episode of the Basics of Life Conversations, Pastor Rob sits down with Cambria Joy. Cambria is a Youtuber, author of Growing Strong, and host of “the Joyful Life Podcast.” Cambria shares her story of how God helped her overcome an eating disorder, and gives insight into her new […]

In this episode of the Basics of Life Conversations, Pastor Rob sits down with Tyler Bacquet, the outreach pastor of Calvary Vista, to talk about personal evangelism. Part 1 will cover some of the obstacles and misconceptions of evangelism, and part 2 will address how to share the gospel to […]

In this episode of the Basics of Life Conversations, Pastor Rob sits down with Tyler Bacquet, the outreach pastor of Calvary Vista, to talk about personal evangelism. In Part 1 they cover some of the obstacles and misconceptions of evangelism, and in part 2 they address how to share the […]

In this episode of the Basics of Life Conversations, Rob Salvato interviews Dr. Mark Hitchcock. Mark is the Senior Pastor of Faith Bible Church in Edmond, Oklahoma, and is prolific author of over thirty books. In part 2 of this conversation, Mark goes deeper into conversation about Iran and Russia’s […]

In this episode of the Basics of Life Conversations, Rob Salvato interviews Lance Cook. Lance is the pastor of Calvary Chapel La Habra, and has been involved in disaster relief around the globe for decades. In this conversation Lance gives great insight and practical tips to responding to the world […]

In this episode of the Basics of Life Conversations, Rob Salvato interviews Dr. Mark Hitchcock. Mark is the Senior Pastor of Faith Bible Church in Edmond, Oklahoma, and is prolific author of over thirty books. In this conversation, Mark shows us if the coronavirus fits into Bible prophecy, as well […]

In this episode of the Basics of Life Conversations, Rob Salvato interviews Ray Bentley. Ray is the pastor of Maranatha Chapel, teacher on the daily radio program, “Maranatha Radio”, and is the author of multiple books including “The Cyrus Mandate”. In this conversation, Ray talks about the nation of Israel, […]

In this episode of the Basics of Life Conversations, Rob Salvato interviews Philip De Courcy. Philip is the Senior Pastor of Kindred Community Church in Anaheim Hills, the teacher on “Know the Truth” radio program, and the author of several books including “Take Cover: Finding Peace in God’s Protection”. In […]

In this episode of the Basics of Life Conversations, Rob Salvato interviews Philip De Courcy. Philip is the Senior Pastor of Kindred Community Church in Anaheim Hills, the teacher on “Know the Truth” radio program, and the author of several books including “Take Cover: Finding Peace in God’s Protection”. In […]

In this episode of the Basics of Life Conversations, Rob Salvato interviews Dominic and Emily Balli. Dominic is a well-known Christian artist and currently pastors Reality Church in Ventura, California. In Part 2 of this interview, Dominic and Emily share how God comforted them after the loss of their son […]

In this episode of the Basics of Life Conversations, Rob Salvato interviews Dominic and Emily Balli. Dominic is a well-known Christian artist and currently pastors Reality Church in Ventura, California. In Part 1 of this interview, Dominic and Emily share the story of the pregnancy and birth of their son […]

In this episode of the Basics of Life Conversations, Pastor Rob is joined by former high school phenom Jon Peters. Jon is one of the few high school athletes to ever grace the cover of Sports Illustrated.  In this conversation, Rob talks with Jon about his baseball career and how […]

In this 2 part episode, Pastor Rob talks with Pastor Daniel Fusco about leading during COVID. A great conversation especially for those who are involved in leading a ministry during these difficult times.  […]

In this 2 part episode, Pastor Rob talks with Pastor Daniel Fusco about leading during COVID. A great conversation especially for those who are involved in leading a ministry during these difficult times.  […]

Great music and great hearts is what you get with Zach and Abby Vestneys. In this interview we talk about their music, their lives, their audition for the voice and their ministry with Bob Goff and Lauren Daigle. […]

In this episode of the Basics of Life Conversations, Pastor Rob’s guest is Jason Romano. Jason is the former senior producer at ESPN and the current host of the Sports Spectrum Podcast. Rob and Jason discuss Jason’s new book on leadership, the COVID Pandemic, and they wrap up the show […]

In this study, Pastor Rob challenges us to realize that all of us are a carrier of something. The question that remains to be seen is this, what are we carrying, fear, panic, a critical spirit? Or the faith, hope, and love of Jesus Christ? […]

Tired of hearing about COVID19? Let’s talk about the Cross! In this episode of the Basics of Life Conversations, Pastor Rob has a conversation with Scott Cunningham, Andrew Polfer, Shane Lantz and Pete Denham, asking each one what is their favorite song to sing about the cross! We believe this […]

In this study Pastor Rob switches it up and invites 3 friends to join him for a raw discussion on COVID 19 anxiety and Jesus as they unpack together Paul’s timely words from Philippians 4 on overcoming anxiety. […]

In this study Pastor Rob looks at what living in these unprecedented times means for us as Christ-followers from three vantage points: Prophetically, personally and publicly. […]

Philippians 4:4,5  In this study Pastor Rob begins a deep dive into this timely passage that Paul writes that gives us the tools for overcoming Anxiety. […]

In this message Pastor Rob reveals that we have not been given a spirit of fear, however, God has given us three things that are essential for us to own and embrace, to steady our own hearts and be dispensers of peace in the midst of this crisis. […]

In this episode of the Basics of Life Conversations, Pastor Rob talks with Wesley Towne. In the first half of this conversation, Wesley shares his story of planting a church in Eugene, Oregon in 2008 that in five years became one of the fasted growing churches in the Northwest. In […]

In this episode of The Basics of Life Conversations, Rob Salvato interviews fellow pastors Tony Clark and Tommy Cota about the sports legacy of the late great basketball player, Kobe Bryant, who was tragically killed in a helicopter accident that took the lives of nine people, including his daughter Gianna. […]

Rob has an important conversation he has with Kari Stageberg concerning feeling from and healing from abusive relationships.⁣ Kari shares her personal story of abuse and has a passion to help others find freedom and healing.⁣ #simplyjesus #thebasicsoflife ⁣ […]

Rob Salvato talks with Dominic Done about his book, “When Faith Fails.” […]