Listener sentiment
followHIM continues to enjoy overwhelmingly positive listener sentiment, with the vast majority of recent reviewers describing the podcast as an essential companion to their weekly Come, Follow Me scripture study. Listeners consistently praise hosts Hank Smith and John Bytheway for their warm chemistry, humor, and Christlike demeanor, frequently comparing the experience to sitting in a favorite BYU religion class, while the rotating guest experts—scholars of ancient languages, church historians, and other specialists—are celebrated for bringing cultural and historical context that enlivens familiar passages, particularly during the current Old Testament cycle. A modest but recurring strand of criticism centers on culturally insular moments—BYU athletics references and casual Utah-centric asides—that some listeners find alienating, alongside repeated requests that the show address sensitive topics more directly, including women's perspectives in scripture, race, and LGBTQ+ issues. A few reviewers also wish certain guests prioritized deeper textual analysis over personal anecdotes, and minor format complaints surface around episode segmentation and pacing. These critiques remain a small undercurrent within a large and consistent stream of gratitude, spiritual uplift, and loyal enthusiasm.
Apple4.9 · 572
Summary generated Jul 24, 2026
