The story between Brooke and Becca continues, and Michael and Ryan have thoughts on it in the review of episode 15 (2-2) of Down Gilead Lane, “No Strings Attached.” The podcasting pair discusses Becca’s rationale behind her behavior, learning l

“Pride Comes Before the Fall Festival” in Review

Apr 20th, 2022 21m 54s

It’s the start of Season 2! Ryan and Michael kick off the beginning of a new season with a review of episode 14 (2-1): “Pride Comes Before the Fall Festival.” Besides a clever segway from the previous season, discussion is sparked on the introd

Bonus

An Interview with Executive Producer Randy Hekman

Apr 19th, 2022 26m 47s

For the first interview on Return to Gilead, executive producer Randy Hekman joins Michael and Ryan to talk about the early days of Down Gilead Lane. Randy shares about the origins of the show, how he found the original writers, actors, and cre

The Season 1 Finale in Review, Part 3 (ft. Hannah Matlock)

Apr 18th, 2022 24m 15s

Hannah Matlock (wife of Ryan) joins the crew of Return to Gilead for the final part of the review of the last three episodes in Down Gilead Lane Season 1. Hannah, Michael, and Ryan discuss Hannah’s history with the show, her thoughts on Grace’s

The Season 1 Finale in Review, Part 2

Apr 15th, 2022 24m 59s

The discussion takes a sudden turn to a deep debate in the second part of Michael and Ryan’s review of the Down Gilead Lane Season 1 finale, all hinging on a few tough questions: Why is Grace hiding the truth? Is she covering for a wrongdoing?

The Season 1 Finale in Review, Part 1

Apr 13th, 2022 24m 59s

It’s the end of Season 1! This episode is the first part of three in a discussion of the finale of Down Gilead Lane Season 1 – episode 11 (1-11): “See No Evil, Hear No Evil,” episode 12 (1-12): “It’s All about Me,” and episode 13 (1-13): “Like

Bonus

Foreshadowing in “The Lonely Ranger” … and the Return of the Ant!

Apr 12th, 2022 4m 13s

Spoiler warning! A few points brought up in the recording of the review of “The Lonely Ranger” ended up referencing Season 8 of Down Gilead Lane, so we’re putting them in a bonus episode for fans who have heard that season! Plus: Ryan’s gi-ant

“The Lonely Ranger” in Review

Apr 11th, 2022 21m 8s

Justin Morrison takes center stage in Michael and Ryan’s review of episode 10 (1-10) of Down Gilead Lane, “The Lonely Ranger.” Aside from the strangest child acting in the first season, the two co-hosts highlight how well depression is handled

“Of Mike and Fin” in Review

Apr 8th, 2022 21m 12s

There are three Michaels on this podcast! Ryan and his aforementioned co-host dive into episode 9 (1-9) of Down Gilead Lane, “Of Mike and Fin.” In this review, Michael and Ryan talk about Michael Morrison’s arc in one episode, a Biblical parabl

“Sick of It” in Review

Apr 6th, 2022 18m 29s

The review series of Season 1 continues with Michael and Ryan’s review of episode 8 (1-8) of Down Gilead Lane, “Sick of It.” Under the microscope this time are the comparisons between the themes of taming the tongue and the value of hard work,

“Rumor Has It” in Review

Apr 4th, 2022 23m 35s

The town of Coleraine is slowly expanding as Ryan and Michael review episode 7 (1-7) of Down Gilead Lane, “Rumor Has It.” The two fans talk about the introduction of Brad Smith, John’s advice to Brooke (in an abbreviated form), how Grace’s advi

“Food for Thought” in Review

Apr 1st, 2022 19m 53s

Grace Andrews is here! Ryan and Michael have many good things to say about episode 6 (1-6) of Down Gilead Lane, “Food for Thought.” The two reviewers bring out the episode’s emphasis on avoiding one extreme or another in dealing with topics, al

“Brains vs. Brawn” in Review

Mar 30th, 2022 17m 28s

The introduction of Grace is on the horizon in Michael and Ryan’s discussion of episode 5 (1-5) of Down Gilead Lane, “Brains vs. Brawn.” Among the topics discussed are Steve Wick’s music and how it affects Gilead, how natural conflicts weave in

“The Unloveables” in Review, Part 2

Mar 25th, 2022 21m 48s

In the second part of Michael and Ryan’s review of episodes 2 and 3 (1-2 and 1-3), “The Unloveables,” the two co-hosts bring up the meaning of Gilead and how even these first few episodes relate to it. Discussed along the way are Michael Morris

“The Unloveables” in Review, Part 1

Mar 23rd, 2022 22m 43s

The series continues as Michael and Ryan begin to discuss episodes 2 and 3 (1-2 and 1-3), “The Unloveables.” In part 1 of the review, they bring up how to write a good two-parter, handling conflicts and taking responsibility, and how multiple t

“Meet the Morrisons” in Review

Mar 21st, 2022 21m 49s

A journey in reviews begins as Michael and Ryan discuss episode 1 (1-1) of Down Gilead Lane, “Meet the Morrisons.” The two reviewers talk about the themes for kids and adults, early character building, and the gold standard for audio drama.Lin

“Missing Pieces, Part 4” in Review – The Sunday Special

Aug 14th, 2023 1h 21m

A finale of underwhelming proportions! But is it still good? On this episode of the Return to Gilead Sunday Special, Ryan and Michael take a look at “Missing Pieces, Part 4” from Keys for Kids’ Red Rock Mysteries and compare it to the book by J

Ruined End – An Extended Review of “Foul Territory”

Aug 13th, 2023 42m 34s

Michael and Ryan present the Ruined Series, Part 7.Our site: https://returntogilead.comCreditsHosts: Michael LaFaver and Ryan MatlockEditing: Michael LaFaverMusic: “Ossuary 6 - Air” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Cover artwork: Allie B

Ruined Story – An Extended Review of “Shadow Agent X” (ft. Austin Peachey)

Aug 11th, 2023 51m 10s

Michael, Ryan, and Austin present the Ruined Series, Part 6.Our site: https://returntogilead.comCreditsHosts: Michael LaFaver, Ryan Matlock, and Austin PeacheyEditing: Michael LaFaverMusic: “Ossuary 6 - Air” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.c

Ruined Past – An Extended Review of “Fairly Weathered Friends” (ft. Jack Cashion)

Aug 11th, 2023 49m 41s

Michael, Ryan, and Jack present the Ruined Series, Part 5.Our site: https://returntogilead.comCreditsHosts: Michael LaFaver, Ryan Matlock, and Jack CashionEditing: Michael LaFaverMusic: “Ossuary 6 - Air” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

Ruined Soul – An Extended Review of “What Should Be Will Be”

Aug 5th, 2023 40m 18s

Michael and Ryan present the Ruined Series, Part 4.Our site: https://returntogilead.comCreditsHosts: Michael LaFaver and Ryan MatlockEditing: Michael LaFaverMusic: “Ossuary 6 - Air” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Cover artwork: Allie B

Ruined Truth – An Extended Review of “Lights, Camera, Inaction” (ft. Austin Peachey)

Aug 5th, 2023 50m 44s

Michael, Ryan, and Austin present the Ruined Series, Part 3.Our site: https://returntogilead.comCreditsHosts: Michael LaFaver, Ryan Matlock, and Austin PeacheyEditing: Michael LaFaverMusic: “Ossuary 6 - Air” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.c

Ruined Heart – An Extended Review of “Short Fuse or Short a Few Z’s”

Aug 1st, 2023 31m 7s

Michael and Ryan present the Ruined Series, Part 2.Our site: https://returntogilead.comCreditsHosts: Michael LaFaver and Ryan MatlockEditing: Michael LaFaverMusic: “Ossuary 6 - Air” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Cover artwork: Allie B

Ruined Plot – An Extended Review of “Let Them Eat Cake”

Jul 31st, 2023 54m 45s

Michael and Ryan present the Ruined Series, Part 1.Our site: https://returntogilead.comCreditsHosts: Michael LaFaver and Ryan MatlockEditing: Michael LaFaverMusic: “Ossuary 6 - Air” by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Cover artwork: Allie B

“Missing Pieces, Part 3” in Review – The Sunday Special

Jul 31st, 2023 30m 51s

Well, it was good while it lasted. On this episode of the Return to Gilead Sunday Special, Ryan and Michael have mixed feelings on the next episode of Keys for Kids’ Red Rock Mysteries, “Missing Pieces, Part 3.”Our site: https://returntogilead