Chuck Smith: podcast appearances and interviews

Charles Ward Smith (June 25, 1927 – October 3, 2013) was an American pastor and the founder of the Calvary Chapel movement. Starting with a small congregation of 25 people in Costa Mesa in 1965, Smith’s influence grew significantly, leading to the establishment of more than 1,000 churches across the United States and numerous others overseas. Some of these churches rank among the largest in the country. Smith's impact on modern American Christianity has been recognized as profound, and he is regarded as one of the most influential figures in the movement. His role in founding Calvary Chapel and his broader influence were depicted in the 2023 film Jesus Revolution, with Smith portrayed by actor Kelsey Grammer.