Best Code City Crack The Code Podcasts (2025)

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Cracking the Outreach Code in Your City with Quovadis Marshall 36:11

22d ago36:11

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Welcome back to the unSeminary podcast. Today, we’re talking with Quovadis Marshall (Pastor Q), Lead Pastor at Hope City Church in Waterloo, Iowa. Caught up in a life of gangs and violence, he became incarcerated at nineteen years old. However, Pastor Q experienced a life-transforming encounter with Christ through the Prison Fellowship Academy Prog…

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Leading Change Without Losing Your Team with Craig Smith 34:00

1d ago34:00

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Welcome back to the unSeminary podcast! Today we’re talking with Craig Smith, Lead Pastor of Mission Hills Church in Colorado—an 80+ year-old multisite church and one of the fastest-growing in the country. Is your church growing faster than your systems can handle? Do you ever feel like your team is working hard but not aligned? From shifting teach…

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Cultivating a Staff Culture that Drives Church Growth with Shayla McCormick 31:55

8d ago31:55

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Welcome back to the unSeminary podcast. Today we’re joined by Shayla McCormick, Executive Pastor at Coastal Community Church, a thriving multisite church in South Florida known for its authentic culture and rapid growth. How do you build and protect a thriving staff culture as your church grows? Tune in as Shayla offers practical, actionable insigh…

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Nailing It: Resetting the System for Women in Tech 35:15

9d ago35:15

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Summary In this engaging conversation, Leah Winberg aka Winny, Founder of Chipped Social, shares her unique journey from a childhood passion for fashion to the tech world, culminating in the creation of Chipped, a revolutionary product that integrates NFC technology into fashion. The discussion explores the intersections of art, technology, and fin…

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Not All Growth Is Good—Here's How to Get It Right 20:09

10d ago20:09

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Justin Manly, BCG’s lead on growth and innovation, explains how businesses can choose the right growth strategy given their aspirations and position in the market. Whether a company is gaining or losing share, in a booming or sluggish industry, profitable growth depends on knowing your starting point. Learn More: Justin Manly: https://on.bcg.com/4k…

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Episode 58: Detailing the new diverging diamond 15:38

13d ago15:38

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Scott Dalton with CDOT talks to Dave Moore about big changes coming to I-25 and Highway 50B. You may have noticed construction started in the area in November 2024. Dalton explains the timeline of the program and why they chose to make it a diverging diamond with a signal at the top. This project is located in Pueblo on I-25 from Mile Point 99.7 to…

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Regrowth strategy: To adapt to a changing climate, restoring nature is critical. But do we have the seeds we need? 34:00

15d ago34:00

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Featured in this episode: Martina Albert is a technician with the National Tree Seed Centre, based in Fredericton, N. B. The NTSC’s library holds more than 13,000 seed collections, with the purpose of protecting them from invasive pests, disease and climate change. Albert works on the Centre’s Indigenous Seed Collection Program, working with First …

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Burnout, Breakthrough, and the Road to a Healthier Ministry with Bob Riedy 47:08

15d ago47:08

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Welcome back to another episode of the unSeminary podcast. Today we’re joined by Bob Riedy, Senior Pastor of Church of the Open Door in Pennsylvania. After leading one of the fastest-growing churches in the country, Bob found himself facing a personal and professional breakdown. In this deeply transparent episode, he shares his journey through burn…

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BCG Presents: The CEO Radar 21:40

24d ago21:40

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Financial analysts were far more prepared than most CEOs for the US tariffs announced on April 2. Analysts, who serve as a proxy for the financial markets, anticipated tariffs would soon be an enormous issue, mentioning the topic 62% more often than did CEOs during Q1 earnings calls. That’s the conclusion of the second edition of the CEO Radar—a to…

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Invisible Intelligence Reshapes Our Cities 21:28

25d ago21:28

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Join host James Nixon on The AI Show as he explores the evolving landscape of AI with Adrian McClanahan of Synnectix. From security solutions in public spaces to the future of smart cities, discover where AI is headed in transport, home automation, and beyond. We'll touch on AI's increasing autonomy, the potential for driverless vehicles, and the e…

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Leaving Well: A Behind-the-Scenes Story of a Healthy Staff Exit with Rachel Long & Danny Anderson 43:48

29d ago43:48

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Thanks for joining us at the unSeminary podcast. In this episode of the unSeminary Podcast, we’re joined by Danny Anderson, Lead Pastor of Emmanuel Church in Indiana, and Rachel Long, founder of the Joshua Center. They share their story of navigating a significant transition when Rachel moved from being the Executive Pastor at Emmanuel Church to wo…

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AI Revolution Starts Within 23:32

1M ago23:32

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In this insightful episode of The AI Show, host James Nixon interviews Georgios Mikellidis, Chief Technology Officer of Peppercorn AI, as he shares his perspective on how to best approach AI implementation, emphasising an internal efficiency-first strategy and the importance of democratising decisions. Mikellidis also touches on data management and…

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Cut Prep Time, Boost Engagement: The Future of Preaching with Eric Smith 34:15

1M ago34:15

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Thanks for joining us at the unSeminary podcast. We’re talking with Eric Smith, founder and lead pastor of Hope City Church in Florida and co-creator of SermonDone. Are you a pastor who’s feeling the pressure of sermon prep each week? Wondering how you can save time on research and content creation without compromising the quality of your messages?…

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Navigating the New World of Tariffs and Trade 21:52

1M ago21:52

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Global trade is entering a new phase marked by unpredictability. Marc Gilbert and Michael McAdoo discuss how companies can respond by building supply chain flexibility, strengthening scenario planning, and enhancing their understanding of geopolitical developments. Learn More: Marc Gilbert: https://on.bcg.com/3SpNytS Michael McAdoo: https://on.bcg.…

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Change, Capitalism & Cracks in the System: The Shift to Citizen Agency 34:42

1M ago34:42

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Episode Summary In this conversation, Carne Ross discusses his journey from being a British diplomat to advocating for self-governance and participatory democracy. He highlights the current challenges facing democracy, including economic inequality and the influence of wealth on political systems. Ross emphasises the importance of technology in ena…

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The #1 Question Growing Churches Should Be Asking Now with Aaron Stanski 34:26

1M ago34:26

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Welcome back to another episode of the unSeminary podcast. We’re joined today by Aaron Stanski, founder and CEO of Risepointe, a church design and project management firm that helps growing ministries align their physical spaces with their mission. With a background in engineering and church leadership, Aaron brings unique insights into how churche…

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Compounding the cure: How our overzealous efforts to zap infections could be making animals — and humans — sicker 23:36

2M ago23:36

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Featured in this episode: Dr. Scott Weese is a veterinary internal medicine specialist, chief of infection control and director of the Centre for Public Health and Zoonoses at the University of Guelph’s Ontario Veterinary College. Weese is a member of the Global Leaders Group on antimicrobial resistance and has helped craft antimicrobial use guidel…

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LCBC: 19 Campuses in the Rust Belt with 25,000 Attendees? Keys to Multisite at Scale 40:08

2M ago40:08

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Welcome back to the unSeminary podcast during our All About Multisite month. Today we’re talking with David Ashcraft, CEO and President of the Global Leadership Network (GLN), and former Senior Pastor of LCBC Church in Pennsylvania. Are you wrestling with growing pains as your church multiplies? How does an expanding multisite church keep its visio…

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The Money Question: How to Fund, Sustain, and Grow a Thriving Multisite Church 20:07

2M ago20:07

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Let’s face it: talking finances can be uncomfortable, but it’s a critical conversation, especially in multisite ministry. Today, I’m tackling one of the toughest—and most essential—questions in multisite: How do we fund, sustain, and scale financially healthy campuses? Throughout our All About Multisite series, I’m providing practical answers every…

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Rethinking Global Trade from the South Up 23:18

2M ago23:18

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The Global South isn’t standing still as tariffs and uncertainty roil financial markets and business plans. Aparna Bharadwaj, leader of BCG’s Global Advantage practice, explains how these nations are forming smart partnerships and moving from low-cost production to innovation-powered impact. Learn More: Aparna Bharadwaj: https://on.bcg.com/4cIKW3V …

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Christ Fellowship Miami: Homegrown Leaders, Global Impact in a Thriving Multisite Model 36:40

2M ago36:40

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Thanks for joining us at the unSeminary podcast. In this All About Multisite month podcast episode we’re talking with Omar Giritli, Lead Pastor, and Carlos Cardenas, Executive Pastor at Christ Fellowship. With campuses spread across Miami, the Caribbean and South America, Christ Fellowship has truly become a model of how to lead a diverse, multi-ge…

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Multisite Myths Busted: How to Overcome the Biggest Multisite Growing Pains 20:37

2M ago20:37

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The multisite journey isn’t always smooth—even thriving churches experience growing pains. Today, I’m busting some of the biggest myths and offering practical insights to overcome common struggles within multisite churches. Every week during All About Multisite month, I’m diving deep into practical solutions on Wednesdays and hosting behind-the-sce…

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AI Agents: The Truth Behind the Hype 19:07

2M ago19:07

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Nicolas de Bellefonds, BCG’s global AI leader, unpacks the myths, challenges, and real potential of AI agents. They can transform how work gets done if companies stop chasing shortcuts, rethink outdated processes, and prepare for the costs and complexity that come with real change. Learn More: Nicolas de Bellefonds: https://on.bcg.com/4lr0Dkh BCG’s…

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One Church: Preaching, Prayer & Presence—A Fresh Take on The Multisite Model 39:23

2M ago39:23

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Welcome back to another special All About Multisite episode of the unSeminary podcast. We’re joined today by Bo Chancey (Senior Pastor) and Jeremy Peterson (Executive Pastor) from One Church, a growing multisite church based in New Hampshire. With four physical “outposts” and a thriving online presence, One Church is reaching communities across rur…

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Code & Connectivity: Creating the Future Infrastructure for Smart Cities 41:18

2M ago41:18

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The Future of Smart Cities, Data, and Trust with Richard Baker Episode Summary: In this thought-provoking episode, co-hosts Elise Soucie Watts and Jannah Patchay sit down with Richard Baker, a technologist and futurist with a background in telecommunications and financial services. Richard shares his journey from engineering to finance and discusse…

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Many Locations, One Church: How to Keep Your DNA While Adapting to Local Campuses 22:28

2M ago22:28

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Multisite ministry sounds great—one church, many locations—but practically speaking, balancing centralized consistency with local campus adaptations is a real challenge. In today’s episode of the All About Multisite series, I want to help you manage this important balance effectively. Throughout this series, I’m sharing practical wisdom every Wedne…

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BCG PRESENTS: Imagine This...: Preparing for an Uncertain Future…in the Future 33:14

2M ago33:14

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By the year 2035, we will likely be able to utilize AI to crunch complex data sets and produce far more accurate predictions of the future, for everything from stock market fluctuations to consumer trends. Already, meteorologists are using AI to improve weather forecasting—for instance, by more accurately predicting when a hurricane will make landf…

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The Summit Church: Clarity, Culture & Core—Keys to Leading 13 Campuses 47:24

2M ago47:24

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Thanks for joining us for this special episode of the unSeminary podcast as we kick off All About Multisite month. In this conversation, we’re joined by Rick Langston and Daniel Simmons from The Summit Church in North Carolina. Rick serves as the Executive Pastor of Strategic Initiatives, and Daniel is the Executive Pastor of Campuses […]…

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Is Your Church Ready for Multisite? Avoiding Costly Mistakes Before You Launch 20:04

2M ago20:04

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Multisite churches have dramatically increased—from just a few hundred in the early 2000s to over 5,000 today. I’ve had the honor of being at the core this movement for nearly 2.5 decades, having led 13 multisite launches and coached many more. My goal in this solo episode is to share insights from my own experience […]…

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Episode 57: A Community Conversation: Pueblo Cracks the da Vinci Code 27:49

2M ago27:49

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This is a little bit of a different format than the traditional podcast. Craig Eliot was giving a presentation to the Southern Colorado Press Club of which our host Dave Moore is a part. Because the news of the Leonardo da Vinci Museum of North America calling Pueblo home is so exciting, Craig has allowed Dave to share his presentation on the podca…

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Future-Focused Churches: Why Relational Discipleship Matters with Kara Powell 30:59

3M ago30:59

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Thanks for joining us at the unSeminary podcast. In this episode we’re talking with Kara Powell, the Executive Director of the Fuller Youth Institute and Chief of Leadership Formation at Fuller Theological Seminary. How is your church engaging with the next generation? Building connection and trust with young people can be difficult in today’s worl…

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Does Your Business Know Where Its Money Is Going? 21:52

3M ago21:52

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Karin von Funck, BCG’s global lead for zero-based transformation, explains why great cost transformation goes beyond spreadsheets. The best companies don’t slash expenses. They have a deep understanding of what drives value, a rigorous approach to spending, and a culture that supports smart decision making. Quick cuts may deliver short-term relief …

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Waste opportunity: Can we design plastic out of healthcare? 29:39

3M ago29:39

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Featured in this episode: Journalist Susan Freinkel is the author of Plastics: Toxic A Love Story, a book that traces the history of plastics through eight different objects, from the Frisbee to the IV bag, and examines how plastic negatively affects our lives. Dr. Ted Schettler is a physician and expert on the health risks of plastics and phthalat…

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The Leadership Balancing Act: Building Trust as a Middle Manager in a Large Church with Diana Rush 39:59

3M ago39:59

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Welcome back to another episode of the unSeminary podcast. Today, we’re talking with Diana Rush, the Senior Director of Build Community at Eastside Christian Church, a multisite church with locations in California, Nevada, and Minnesota. Are you a middle manager in a church trying to balance the pressures from both your senior leadership and your […

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