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20 The Countdown Magazine (10/18/25)

20 The Countdown Magazine (10/18/25)

Author: William Ryan, III October 17, 2025 Duration: 1:44:00
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This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, it’s a special Dove Awards edition of Artist News! William shares his top three favorite moments from Christian music’s biggest night, including a surprise duet that had the whole crowd on their feet. Plus, we’ve got brand-new music from Emerson Day, Megan Woods, and TobyMac, and we’ll celebrate this week’s Future Fan Favorite Winner — Ben Fuller with “Black Sheep.” And don’t miss the Station of the Week, WPIO in Titusville, Florida, celebrating 50 years on the air and one of the first stations to carry 20 The Countdown Magazine way back in 1985! It all leads up to a huge moment at the top of the chart… find out who takes the #1 spot this week on 20 The Countdown Magazine!

Each week, William Ryan, III hosts 20 The Countdown Magazine, a curated audio journey through the most compelling currents in Christian music. This isn't just a list; it's a contextual exploration. You'll hear the week's definitive top twenty songs, but the experience is built around the stories behind them. William blends the countdown with thoughtful commentary on the artists and trends shaping the genre, alongside relevant music news that informs what's playing. The heart of the podcast often lies in its conversations, featuring interviews with the musicians themselves who provide insight into their craft and inspiration. Tune in for a cohesive, weekly snapshot that goes beyond the chart numbers to celebrate the community and creativity within contemporary Christian music. Whether you're a longtime fan or just curious about the landscape, this show offers a consistent and engaging way to discover new favorites and understand the voices behind them.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

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20 The Countdown Magazine (7/18/26) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, William Ryan III counts down the 20 biggest songs in Christian music and catches you up on what's happening with some of your favorite artists. You'll hear about Matthew West's unf…
20 The Countdown Magazine (7/11/26) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, one of the year's biggest songs continues its run at the top, but the race is getting tighter as several familiar favorites continue to climb. There's a brand new debut from Forres…
20 The Countdown Magazine (7/4/26) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, a familiar favorite is back in the spotlight as a former chart-topper makes a big move toward the top, while two brand new songs make their chart debut. We also count down another…
20 The Countdown Magazine (6/27/26) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Join William Ryan III as he counts down this week's biggest songs in Christian music on 20 The Countdown Magazine! This week, there's a new song making its debut in the Top 20, while several artists continue their climb…
20 The Countdown Magazine (6/20/26) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, several songs continue their climb toward the top of the chart, including a strong move from CeCe Winans and a Top 10 breakthrough for Josiah Queen. You'll also hear music from Mer…
20 The Countdown Magazine (6/13/26) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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On this week's edition of 20 The Countdown Magazine, we're counting down the 20 biggest songs in Christian music and checking in with listeners around the world. You'll hear from our Station of the Week, 97.3 JCFM The Ro…
20 The Countdown Magazine (6/6/26) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we've got plenty of movement across the chart, including a couple of artists making big jumps toward the Top 5 and a familiar favorite continuing an impressive run near the top. Yo…
20 The Countdown Magazine (5/30/26) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, Caleb & John celebrate a huge Grand Ole Opry moment with Steven Curtis Chapman, Phil Wickham heads to the baseball field in Kentucky for a special first pitch, and Michael W. Smith…
20 The Countdown Magazine (5/23/26) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, there’s a shakeup near the top of the chart as several artists continue making big moves heading into summer! CeCe Winans climbs higher into the Top 10, Phil Wickham debuts a brand…
20 The Countdown Magazine (5/16/26) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

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Fresh music, big stories, and a brand new artist hit the countdown this week on 20 The Countdown Magazine. Bay Turner makes his debut on the chart and shares the story behind his new song, plus we catch up with Phil Wick…

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