Season Three
36. Hopelessness Transformed
Have you ever been faced with a seemingly unredeemable situation or felt completely hopeless? Today’s episode highlights a story from Zambia that involves a kitchen, a lame man, and an accident. Join us as Sarah Bultman explains how God took a hopeless situation and a...
35. Recognizing God’s Voice in the Storm
Today Ian Bultman talks about finding God’s presence and peace in the midst of the storm. Discover the real story behind A Paradise Lost and hear how the struggles and success of the first mission-themed camp led to a new opportunity for Brinkman listeners. At...
34. Believing God’s Word
Today we are joined by creation speaker Charles Bultman, father to Ian Bultman. Charles provides scientific evidence that affirms the credibility of the Genesis account while highlighting the problems of theistic evolution. We learn of Dr. James Tour, one of...
33. Did God Use Evolution?
Can we still trust the Bible? In a world where the claims of science seem to have the final say, can we confidently assert that the Genesis account is historical fact? Join us as we speak with Charles Bultman, Creation speaker and father of Ian Bultman, and...
Season Two
32. Gospel Patrons
Behind every significant Gospel movement there has been a behind the scenes group of people hidden from view. They are business people who aren’t called to full-time ministry yet want to make a significant impact in the world for Christ. John...
31.5. FREE EPISODE: “North Dakota Gold”
Today we interrupt our regular schedule to give you one complete episode of the Brinkman Adventures! Enjoy an episode of Season 7, North Dakota Gold, as our gift to you! To read more about the John and his family's ministry, visit our real stories page...
31. What Can A Dollar Do?
"Can God use me and my ice cream money?" John Bechtel tells how the dollar of a little girl was used to buy something that allowed more than a hundred thousand people to find Christ. John’s infectious spirit and remarkable life demonstrate that we...
30. Boldly Go
The brave and unconventional John Bechtel comes to us from Ravi Zacharias International Ministries (RZIM) to share what it means to be bold for Jesus in a politically correct culture. Join us as we discover how shameless persistence and God’s remarkable...
29. God’s work around us
Is God still working today? Does He intervene in the lives of everyday, regular people? Join the hilarious John Bechtel, Asian Regional Director of Ravi Zacharias Ministries, as he recounts some of the incredible events he has lived through. Listen up as...
28. The Stinkhead Special
“Why is that pastor always disciplining his wife?” Today we are joined by church planter, pastor and international speaker, Jonathan Walker, as he explores the importance of cultivating the right mindset on short-term missions. Listen as we hear how not...
27. Phantom Flares
When one man’s story of survival is recorded as an “act of God” by the Coast Guard you sit up and listen. Meet Jonathan Walker, a pastor who thrives on adventure. Hear his story of survival in the Alaskan wilderness that inspired the episode Man Up in...
26. Declutter and Dig Holes
Parents, are you overwhelmed and tired, weighed down by the cares of life? You are not alone! While carrying out the vital task of raising the next generation, we often find ourselves too tired or busy to offer our best. In this episode, Amy Bultman and...
25. Ruining Primitive Cultures?
Today we meet with Elinor Young, a woman who beat the odds and lived among a remote tribe in Papua Indonesia. From taking on the weighty responsibility of Bible translation to seeing people freed from the darkness of cannibalism, Elinor has much to say...
24. Impossible Call
Polio survivor turned missionary, Elinor Young, speaks about what it’s like to be called by God to do something seemingly impossible. Her story, featured in Season 5 of the Brinkman Adventures, Bad Legs part 1 and 2, tells how she served in a remote,...
Season One
23. Faith That Breaks Rocks
Guests: Eli and Bethany Fader "They call us infidels and twisters of truth, but soon they are reading Scripture and saying, 'This is True! I want to follow God!'"How does this happen and how does someone continue to follow Jesus after being disowned by...
22. Need a Bridge?
How do people know they are called to serve in a warring country? How do they decide what to do once they get there? Join us as we talk to Eli and Bethany Fader the family featured in Unity Bridge Part 1 and 2. Discover the history of the longstanding...
21. A Fishy Provision
Life happens and we freak out, but God is with us and promises to provide. Whether your RV is about to be scalped or someone makes a terrible mistake costing you thousands of dollars, it is possible to trust God in that moment. Join us as Ian Bultman...
20. Short-Term Missions
Today we’re dusting off episodes 7 & 8 from Season 1 -Papua New Guinea! Ian Bultman joins us for this episode and tells us the true stories that inspired the episodes Papua New Guinea 1 & 2! We learned a little more about the neat...
19. These Fossils Stink!
These Fossils Stink Guests Josh Bultman and Otis Kline “Why did those fossils smell like rotten meat?” Josh Bultman talks with Otis Kline about the dinosaur bones they discovered in the dig this episode was based on. Josh and Otis were digging in the...
18. Dinosaurs, Robots, and Storms, Oh My!
Today we’re joined by Josh Bultman & Otis Kline to discuss the real-life events behind season five episode, Lying Dinos. Did the Bultmans really get to dig for dinosaurs, get blown away by a storm and sleep in a museum?! Listen to find out!...
17. Milwaukee Surprise!
On the north side of Milwaukee, a ministry is giving kids a second chance. Travel with Sarah Bultman as she ventures into the heart of Milwaukee and experiences a much-needed ministry that is redirecting the course of young lives. Meet Jeff Beckton...
16. Br-Inkheart
After years of telling incredible God-stories through the Brinkman Adventures, Ian and Amy Bultman heard the call to walk away from a stable job and produce the Brinkman Adventures full-time. As they plunged into this adventure of living by faith,...
15. Will I Be Killed?
Today we have the privilege of interviewing our very own Aunt Sarah! Sarah speaks with us a little about how she became involved in the Brinkman Adventures and also shares about her story in the episode, “Aunt Sarah”. Hosts: Eric Schilder & Ian...
14. Hijacking your Carjackers
Hosts: Eric Schilder & Sarah Bultman Guest: Gawie Welcome to our latest episode of the podcast! Today we’re talking about episode 4 from season 1 of the Brinkman Adventures. We’re joined by the real-life Gawie who shares with us more of what...
13. Jailbirds and Flies
Today we’re joined by Ian Bultman to discuss the fascinating episode; Twice Born Fly from season six. Listen to the events that inspired this episode and how Ian’s own experience shaped this powerful story. Special Guest: Ian Bultman Host: Eric...
12. I Want Wheat Toast!
When a family moves to India to live in an orphanage, they discover that the Gospel has the power to change an entire orphanage, and heal a life-threatening allergy. Listen as the Wonders describe what it was like to take their five kids halfway across...
11. Plane Crash Rescue
In this episode, we’re again joined by Dave Anderson from the first episodes of the Brinkman Adventures; Dangerous Waters! Dave shares with us the incredible story of the plane crash rescue! Enjoy! Special Guest: Dave Anderson Host: Eric...
10.5. FREE EPISODE: “Free Burma Rangers Pt. 1”
Today we interrupt our regular schedule to give you one complete episode of the Brinkman Adventures! Enjoy an episode of Season 6, Free Burma Rangers, Part 1, as our gift to you! To read more about the Free Burma Rangers story, visit our real stories page...
10. Communism Invaded w/ Dave Anderson
In this episode, we’re joined by Dave Anderson from the first episodes of the Brinkman Adventures; Dangerous Waters! Dave shares with us some of the history of Lavrentiya and the surrounding area. Along with some of the deeper stories that accompanied...
09.5. FREE EPISODE: “Dutch Underground Pt. 1”
Today we interrupt our regular schedule to give you one complete episode of the Brinkman Adventures! Enjoy the first episode of Season 6, Dutch Underground, Part 1, as our gift to you! To read more about the Dutch Underground story, visit our real stories...
09. Dutch Underground 2
Today we hear from Joanne Bultman (Ian’s mom!), she shares her heart about the story behind Dutch Underground. The Dutch Underground episodes, are based on the true story of Reng and Lynn VanKesteren’s experiences during World War 2. Reng and Lynn...
08. Composing a Radio Drama Score w/ Jared DePasquale
In this episode we’re joined by one of our composers, Jared Depasquale! Hear Jared speak about the process of composing themes and what the most difficult scene to compose was in the episode, Dutch Underground. We hope you’re as fascinated as we are by...
07. Dutch Underground 1
This week we are learning more about the story behind The Dutch Underground Part 1. We hear from the son of Hans van Kesteren and hear the touching first-hand account of some of the stories surrounding the Dutch Underground during World WarII....
06. Free Burma Rangers
Can God use a warrior? In this episode, we’re again joined by Dave Eubank, a former Green Beret and captain in the Special Forces, now leader of the Free Burma Rangers. Dave’s story is featured on the brand new Season 6 of Brinkman Adventures. Join us as...
05. Dave Eubank
Can God use a warrior? In this episode, we’re joined by Dave Eubank, a former Green Beret and captain in the Special Forces, now leader of the Free Burma Rangers. Dave’s story is featured on the brand new Season 6 of Brinkman Adventures. Join us as we...
04. Palm Feller
In this episode, we are again joined by Glen Chapman. Glen Chapman’s story was featured in Season 4’s Mysterious Palm Feller. Glen and his wife, Rita, serve in a remote part of the Congo. They run a Bible school that trains villagers to be pastors. Glen...
03. Crisis in the Congo
In this episode, we’re so excited to be joined by Glen Chapman. Glen Chapman’s story was featured in Season 4’s Crisis in the Congo. Glen and his wife, Rita, serve in a remote part of the Congo. They run a Bible school that trains villagers to be pastors....
02. Creating Dangerous Waters
In this episode, we’re joined by Ian Bultman and we’re talking about the creating of Dangerous Waters. Dangerous Waters was our very first Brinkman Adventure episode! Hear Ian talk about the true events that took place in his family which created...
01. The Brinkman Beginnings
Welcome to the all-new and much anticipated Brinkman Podcast! In this first podcast, we’re chatting about what you can expect from this podcast, how the Brinkman Adventures began, and more about the mission behind Brinkman...
