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20 The Countdown Magazine

William Ryan, III
Christian Music
Faith
Phil Wickham
Toby Mac
Easter
Future Fan Favorite
Cody Karnes
Mercy Me
Lauren Daigle
Consumed By Fire
Shane & Shane
Seph Schlueter
Housefires
Guatemala
Supporting Christian Artists
Songs Behind the Music
Tasha Layton
Crowder
Christian Music Charts
Gratitude

20 The Countdown Magazine is a weekly top 20 Christian music countdown show hosted by William Ryan, III featuring artist interviews, Christian music news, and the latest Christian music!

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Latest Episodes

This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine we’re bringing back a listener favorite from last month. It is our special 40th anniversary episode where Jon Rivers, the man who launched the show back in 1985, joins William Ryan III to look at how the show st... more

This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, the chart shifted again with solid climbs from Jeremy Camp, Phil Wickham, Josiah Queen with Brandon Lake, and steady momentum from Crowder. Jamie MacDonald came into the week defending her #1 spot, and the only... more

This week on 20 The Countdown Magazine, we are loaded up with great music, some big stories from your favorite artists, and a brand new Future Fan Favorite winner. We will take a look at MercyMe’s 2018 hit “Grace Got You” in our Throwback segment, an... more

This week’s countdown is packed with new debuts. Jamie MacDonald continues to surprise people with a breakout hit, and Jeremy Camp storms into the top five with serious momentum. Anne Wilson shows up with a powerful story behind her new song, and Lau... more

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Recent Guests

For King and Country
Christian music duo known for their impact in the industry
Independent Artists
Episode: 20 The Countdown Magazine (11/29/25)
Mike Weaver
Lead vocalist of Big Daddy Weave
Big Daddy Weave
Episode: 20 The Countdown Magazine (11/15/25)
Chris Tomlin
Famous Christian music artist
Episode: 20 The Countdown Magazine (11/15/25)
Megan Woods
Christian music artist
Episode: 20 The Countdown Magazine (11/15/25)
CeeCee Winans
An influential Christian artist who recently celebrated her birthday.
Episode: 20 The Countdown Magazine (10/11/25)
Hope Darst
Christian music artist
Independent Music Artist
Episode: 20 The Countdown Magazine (8/23/25)
Natalie Lane
Christian artist reflecting on the meaning of joy
Episode: 20 The Countdown Magazine (8/16/25)
Zach Williams
Christian artist sharing the story behind his song 'Jesus Loves'
Episode: 20 The Countdown Magazine (8/16/25)
Emerson Day
Artist known for her worship music.
Episode: 20 The Countdown Magazine (7/5/25)

Host

William Ryan, III
Host of a popular Christian music countdown, engaging listeners with artist insights, music news, and personal faith stories.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 291 ratings
  • Pretty Good!!

    I really love this podcast, I love how each week it more or less changes, the only downside is that every 2 songs or so they ask for money. Really good except for that! Thank you Countdown family for this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    dbifnejfnfkfmdkd
    Canada2 years ago
  • Wow

    I lost connection once I started college many years ago. Totally forgot about this show and Jon. Sad to hear he’s retired but glad to see what the show has become now!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kereth
    United States2 years ago
  • Fantastic Show

    I’ve been listening to 20 since 2000. Great music, a real blessing every week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pete_And
    Australia2 years ago
  • So good!

    This countdown is so good! I am 99 turning 100 in 2 months and this helps me stay in my faith! Thank you countdown family!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dbifnejfnfkfmdkd
    Canada2 years ago
  • God is good !

    I’ve been listening to the countdown for 5 months and it is amazing. I can’t stop listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Grogu brother
    United States2 years ago

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The countdown format is well-received, especially for its consistent updates on Christian music trends.
Some express frustrations about the frequency of solicitations for listener donations, but overall feedback is positive regarding the content quality and host's engaging style.
Listeners appreciate the mix of music and personal stories shared, creating a sense of community and connection through faith.

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20 The Countdown Magazine (11/15/25)
Q: What makes 'Honest' resonate with listeners?
The song came from a place of realizing that we don't have to have it all together to come to God.
20 The Countdown Magazine (11/15/25)
Q: What is the story behind your new song?
I wrote this song as a reminder that no matter what you're facing, the love that lives inside of us enables us to overcome.
20 The Countdown Magazine (6/28/25)
Q: What is the story behind your song 'When I Fall'?
Katie Nicole shares that the song came from a place of desperation and honesty with God during a tough time.
20 The Countdown Magazine (5/24/25)
Q: What was the story behind your new song?
The song reflects how God has always been there for us, even in tough times.
20 The Countdown Magazine (4/19/25)
Q: What is your Easter weekend plan?
William shares his anticipation of family time with his daughter, celebrating Easter at church together.

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A weekly top 20 countdown that showcases the latest and most popular Christian music, featuring insightful artist interviews and engaging discussions centered around music news. The host fosters a community-oriented atmosphere by encouraging listener interaction, sharing personal stories behind the songs, and discussing the impact of faith in the music industry. An emphasis is placed on emotional and spiritual journeys, with many episodes highlighting the connection between music and personal experiences, making this countdown not only entertaining but also deeply relatable and inspiring.

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1. For King and Country
2. Mike Weaver
3. Chris Tomlin
4. Megan Woods
5. CeeCee Winans
6. Hope Darst
7. Natalie Lane
8. Zach Williams

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