The Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference has announced the five finalists for Best Interview Podcast. The Practical Faith Academy podcast, hosted by Cecil Taylor, is one of the finalists.

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The Selah Award program is one of the most respected in the Christian media realm. In 2026, nearly 650 entries were submitted for the various awards.

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Winners will be announced during the conference in the last week of May.

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Host Cecil Taylor said, "It's a tremendous honor just to be named a finalist. This is the most competitive award program I have entered. Receiving finalist status is a testament not only to the work our team has put in, but to the many wonderful guests who have made the Practical Faith Academy an informative, moving, and entertaining spiritual presentation."

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The Practical Faith Academy kicked off season 6 in May with 82 prior podcasts behind it. The twice-monthly podcast is planning to achieve its 100th episode in February 2027.

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To listen to the podcast, please click "Podcast" on the ribbon at the top of this page.

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For a list of Selah Award finalists, please visit https://www.blueridgeconference.com/2026-selah-award-finalists/