Best Pastor Andrew Thompson Podcasts (2025)

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Light to the Nations - Walk in the Light (Isaiah 2:1-5)

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Walk In the Light God calls His people to walk in his light so they can be a light for others who are in darkness. In Isaiah’s time, God challenged His people to be an example to the surrounding nations, even as a rising global superpower posed a serious threat. This five-week sermon series explores the metaphor of following God’s light and being a…

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God's Plan is Worth The Wait (Isaiah 30:18)

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God's Plan is Worth the Wait A Memorial Day weekend message from Pastor Paul Collard. From Isaiah 30:18.By Pastor Andrew Thompson

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Upside Down Kingdom - Blessed Are the Peacemakers (Matthew 5:1-12)

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Blessed Are the Peacemakers As we follow Jesus, we see the world differently. Let's take a closer look at peacemaking and what that means for Columbia Grove in the next year.By Pastor Andrew Thompson

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Upside Down Kingdom - Blessed Are the Merciful (Matthew 5:1-12)

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Blessed Are the Merciful An honest biblical conversation about mercy, compassion, empathy, and forgiveness.By Pastor Andrew Thompson

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Upside Down Kingdom - Blessed Are The Meek (Matthew 5:1-12)

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Blessed Are the Meek Meekness is strength under self-restraint, because of trust in God's power.By Pastor Andrew Thompson

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Upside Down Kingdom - Blessed Are The Poor in Spirit (Matthew 5:1-12)

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Blessed Are the Poor In Spirit As we follow Jesus, we see the world in a different light.By Pastor Andrew Thompson

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Easter 2025

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Easter Sunday The Road to Emmaus. (Luke 24:13-36)By Pastor Andrew Thompson

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Palm Sunday 2025 (Luke 19:18-44)

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Palm Sunday Why did Jesus weep as he entered Jerusalem?By Pastor Andrew Thompson

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Mephibosheth: The Life Changing Power of Grace

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Mephibosheth: The Life Changing Power of Grace Pastor Mark Benadom discusses the Old Testament story of Mephibosheth and how nothing reinforces life-change more than grace; nothing reveals life-change more than extending grace.By Pastor Andrew Thompson

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Jonathon: A Two AM Friend for the Ages (1 Samuel 17:57-18:4)

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Jonathon: A Two AM Friend for the Ages Pastor Mark Benadom speaks from the story of Jonathon about profound friendship.By Pastor Andrew Thompson

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The Power of Worship (1 Corinthians 14:26-35)

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The Power of Worship An honest conversation about a common misunderstanding of Spiritual Gifts and Paul's instruction to women about staying silent in the church.By Pastor Andrew Thompson

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The Heart of Worship (1 Corinthians 14:1-25)

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The Heart of Worship Worship isn't about just you. It's about Jesus and building up His body.By Pastor Andrew Thompson

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The Greatest of These is Love (1 Corinthians 13)

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The Greatest of These is Love Jesus' definition of love is stronger, deeper, and so much better than our cultural definition of love.By Pastor Andrew Thompson

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Discovering and Applying Your Spiritual Gifts - Part 2

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Discovering and Applying Your Spiritual Gifts - Part 2 Examining the spiritual gifts of wisdom, knowledge, faith, and healing from 1 Corinthians 12:4-11.By Pastor Andrew Thompson

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Connected: Discovering and Applying Your Spiritual Gifts - Part 1

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Discovering and Applying Your Spiritual Gifts - Part 1 Examining the spiritual gifts of wisdom, knowledge, faith, and healing from 1 Corinthians 12:4-11.By Pastor Andrew Thompson

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Connected: Honoring Every Part

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Honoring Every Part When one of us celebrates, we all celebrate. When one of us hurts, we all hurt.By Pastor Andrew Thompson

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Connected: Every Body Part Matters

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Every Body Part Matters You are part of Jesus' body.By Pastor Andrew Thompson

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Connected: We Are One Body

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We Are One Body You are part of Jesus' body.By Pastor Andrew Thompson

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Nudge: Discerning Direction

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Discerning Direction Responding to God's Nudges.By Pastor Andrew Thompson

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Nudge: Habits of Hearing

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Habits of Hearing Responding to God's Nudges.By Pastor Andrew Thompson

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Nudge: Still the Static

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Still The Static Responding to God's Nudges.By Pastor Andrew Thompson

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Advent Through the Eyes of the Angels

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Advent Through the Eyes of The Angels There is more to our moments than meets the eye.By Pastor Andrew Thompson

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Advent Through The Eyes of Joseph

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Advent Through the Eyes of Joseph We can trust and obey God even when circumstances don't make sense.By Pastor Andrew Thompson

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Advent Through the Eyes of Mary

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Advent Through the Eyes of Mary I am the Lord's Servant.By Pastor Andrew Thompson

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Advent Through The Eyes of Isaiah

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Advent Through the Eyes of Isaiah God keeps His promises.By Pastor Andrew Thompson

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Ep. 419 The Leader's Journey of Healing and Praise ft. Bishop Cynthia Moore-Koikoi 37:22

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In this episode of The Uncovered Dish Podcast, we sit down with Bishop Cynthia Moore-Koikoi for a candid conversation about leadership, healing, and the future of the church. Bishop Moore-Koikoi shares her personal insights on collaborative leadership, reflecting on her own journey and the surprises she’s encountered in the Eastern Pennsylvania and…

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Ep. 418 The Adept Church ft. Rev. Dr. F. Douglas Powe Jr. 35:17

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Join us as we talk with Dr. Lovett H. Weems Jr., distinguished professor of church leadership and senior consultant at the Lewis Center for Church Leadership. Dr. Weems discusses his book "Sustaining While Disrupting" and the necessity of balancing tradition with innovation in congregational health.Introduction and Dr. Lovett Weems's BackgroundKey …

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Ep. 417 Sustaining While Disrupting ft. Rev. Dr. Lovett Weems 33:05

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Join us as we talk with Dr. Lovett H. Weems Jr., distinguished professor of church leadership and senior consultant at the Lewis Center for Church Leadership. Dr. Weems discusses his book "Sustaining While Disrupting" and the necessity of balancing tradition with innovation in congregational health.Resources:Purchase "Sustaining While Disrupting" b…

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Ep. 416 Countercultural Ministry ft. Rev. Dr. Gil Rendle 38:58

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In this episode, we are joined by Rev. Dr. Gil Rendle, a seasoned consultant and author, to discuss his latest book, "Countercultural: Subversive Resistance and the Neighborhood Congregation." Dr. Rendle shares his perspective on how congregations can resist cultural conformity and embrace their unique calling in today's society.Introduction and Dr…

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Ep. 415 The Call to Be Yourself ft. Rev. Dr. Karen Georgia Thompson 31:48

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Welcome to Episode 415 of the Uncovered Dish Podcast! Today, we are thrilled to have Rev. Dr. Karen Georgia Thompson, the General Minister and President of the United Church of Christ (UCC), join us. Rev. Dr. Thompson is a trailblazer in church leadership and social justice advocacy, and she brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our conver…

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Ep. 414 Dynamic Discernment in Leadership ft. Dr. Sarah B. Drummond 35:04

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Join us for another enlightening episode of the Uncovered Dish Christian Leadership Podcast! Our guest, Dr. Sarah B. Drummond, Founding Dean of Andover Newton Seminary at Yale Divinity School, shares invaluable insights into the dynamic nature of change in ministry leadership. We explore the significance of clarity, evaluation systems, and dynamic …

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Ep. 413 Healthy Systems of Pastoral Counseling ft. Rev. Dr. John Huh 33:52

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Our guest this week is Rev. Dr. John Huh, who serves as the Bryant M. Kirkland Dean of the Chapel and Vice President for Student Life at Princeton Theological Seminary. Dr. Huh id not only a trained counselor but also an experienced church planter and a pastor at heart, committed to guiding and supporting individuals and communities through life's …

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Ep. 412 So You Want a Simplified Leadership Board ft. Dr. Lillie Edwards 46:32

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In this enlightening episode of the Uncovered Dish Christian Leadership Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Lillie Edwards, the Leadership Board Chair of The Mark (St. Mark's United Methodist Church) in Montclair, NJ. The Mark recently embarked on a transformational journey, transitioning from a traditional committee structure to a simplified and account…

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Ep. 411 The Diaconate Call & Bivocational Ministry ft. Darryl Stephens 34:24

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In the latest episode of the Uncovered Dish Podcast, we welcome Dr. Darryl W. Stephens—a foremost voice on the Call to the Diaconate and bivocational ministry within the United Methodist Church. As the UMC faces a time of transformation and redefinition, Dr. Stephens delves into the unique and pivotal role of UMC Deacons, emphasizing their bridge-b…

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Ep. 409 Finding Sanctuary After Spiritual Trauma ft. Andrew Ryoo 37:55

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In the wake of COVID-19, we witnessed a significant rise in pastors stepping away from their roles, with many retiring early or leaving ministry altogether. In this episode of the Uncovered Dish Podcast, we explore this phenomenon with Andrew Ryoo, a former pastor who navigated profound challenges within the church community and eventually left the…

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Ep. 410 From Pulpit to Playground: [Re]discovering Joy in Ministry ft. Lydia Sohn 32:58

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In this fresh episode of the Uncovered Dish Podcast, we're joined by Rev. Lydia Sohn—renowned Korean American minister and writer gearing up to inspire at the IGNITE Conference. As churches navigate the post-COVID world and the waves of the "Great Pastor Resignation," Rev. Sohn unpacks the immense responsibilities church leaders face, our shared cr…

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Ep. 408 Ministry Partnerships, Being the "First," and the Big Picture ft. Nicole Caldwell-Gros 36:41

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In this episode of the Uncovered Dish Christian Leadership Podcast, we sit down with Rev. Nicole Caldwell-Gross, the first woman and person of color to lead as Senior Pastor at Noblesville First United Methodist Church, a 1000+ congregation in Indiana. We navigate the joys and complexities of being in a ministry partnership with her spouse, her tho…

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Ep. 407 Safe, Secure, Sacred: A Conversation on Safe Sanctuaries ft. Gabrielle Corbett 38:46

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In this episode of the Uncovered Dish Christian Leadership Podcast, we sit down with Rev. Gabrielle Corbett, the Safe Sanctuaries Coordinator for the United Methodists of Greater New Jersey. Rev. Corbett shares her insights on the importance of creating safe spaces for children, youth, and vulnerable adults in our churches. We discuss how to implem…

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Ep. 406 Musings on Purpose ft. Kate Monahan 33:58

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In this episode of the Uncovered Dish Christian Leadership Podcast, we sit down with Rev. Kate Monahan, Resource Director of the United Methodists of Greater New Jersey, to discuss finding purpose and calling in life. Kate shares insights from the book "You on Purpose" by Dr. Stephanie Shackelford and how it can help individuals create the life the…

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Ep. 405 Normalizing Next ft. Olu Brown 31:33

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In this episode of the Uncovered Dish Christian Leadership Podcast, we had the pleasure of sitting down with the dynamic and inspiring Rev. Olu Brown, the previous founding and lead pastor of Impact Church in Atlanta, Georgia and current coach, consultant, and church growth expert. We discussed a wide range of topics, including leading a church thr…

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E.404 So Let's Talk About Anti-Racism ft. Enger Muteteke 40:23

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It's hard to talk about race in the church. In this episode of the Uncovered Dish Christian Leadership Podcast, we sit down with Rev. Enger Muteteke, the Senior Director of Programs and Education at the United Methodist General Commission on Religion and Race (GCORR), to discuss anti-racism in the Christian church. We explore the ways in which raci…

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Ep. 403 Rest as Resistance ft. Dr. Nate Stucky 22:10

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In this episode, we dive deep into the importance of Sabbath rest for clergy mental health. More than 44% of pastors report that their jobs are numbing and draining, and at a recent GNJ clergy gathering, 90% of the pastors rated their stress level between 8 and 10. This conversation with Dr. Nate Stucky, Director of the Farminary and Assistant Prof…

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Ep. 402 ChatGPT & AI Part 2: Making the Most of Your AI Seminary Intern ft. Kenny Jahng 42:18

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WELCOME TO SEASON 4 OF THE UNCOVERED DISH CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP PODCAST!In episode 2 of the Uncovered Dish Christian Leadership Podcast, we're continuing our deep dive into the world of AI and its potential impact on the world of ministry. Join us as we speak with communications expert Kenny Jahng from kennyjahng.com to discuss the innovative ways o…

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Ep. 401 ChatGPT & AI Part 1: An Ethical Framework for using AI in Ministry ft. Dr. Kate Ott 34:55

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WELCOME TO SEASON 4 OF THE UNCOVERED DISH CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP PODCAST!In our first episode, we're joined by Dr. Kate Ott, ethicist at Garrett Theological Seminary, to explore the ethical implications of integrating AI tools like ChatGPT into ministry and nonprofit work. Join us as we dive deep into the intersection of faith and technology. Be sure…

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PhD Kimoni Present JUST GOSPEL Volume 146 World Tour 10-31-22 6:01:07

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1. Todd Galberth feat. Kymberli Joye - Be Praised 2. Tasha Cobbs Leonard - The Moment 3. JJ Hairston feat. Travis Greene & Donishisa Ballard - Bigger 4. Joyce Simmons - Living Water 5. Gia Wyre - Grace 6. Randy Weston & Judah Band - Best Me 7. Tasha Cobbs Leonard - At The Cross 8. Geoffrey Golden - Before The King 9. Anthony Brown feat. Naomi Raine…

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Episode 34: Replenishing Youth Ministry ft. Rev. Aqueelah Ligonde, Eric Drew and James Lee 27:24

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REGISTER FOR "IGNITE YOUTH LEADERS DAY" AT: https://www.ignitenj.org Working in youth ministry is no easy task—it requires sacrifice, a continual outpouring of one’s self, continued prayer and study, and so much more. Rev. Aqueelah Ligonde, Transitional Pastor at Far Rockaway Presbyterian Church, joins Eric Drew and James Lee on the Uncovered Dish …

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Ep. 33 Desegregating NJ Schools ft. Justice Gary Stein & Bishop John Schol 31:03

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Although New Jersey is an extremely diverse state, segregation by race, ethnicity, and class in New Jersey’s public schools is among the worst in the United States. At the upcoming Greater New Jersey Annual Conference, legislation will go before the voting body asking whether we as United Methodists want to sign on a lawsuit, produced by The Coalit…

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Ep. 32 Throw the Book (of Discipline) At 'Em ft. Steven Bechtold and David Wehrle 29:40

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We live in a country where we've declared 'separation of church and state,' or separation of religion and politics. Yet we as United Methodists have a tool, the "Book of Discipline," which tells us how to be systematically as United Methodists, but also provides suggestions on how to act socio-politically. How are we as United Methodists to use thi…

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Ep. 31 So You Wanna Do a Podcast? Pt. 2 ft. Paul Barnett & Gabrielle Martone 28:33

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WATCH PART 1 FIRST! I sat down with two fellow millennials-in-ministry, also podcast buffs, to break down the medium of podcasting. Part 1 will cover the basic question of 'what is podcasting,' and then start to dive into the question of 'how do you make a podcast?' Part 2 will finish up the HOW and go into 'why make a podcast?' So across the two e…

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Ep. 30 So You Wanna Do a Podcast? Pt. 1 ft. Paul Barnett & Gabrielle Martone 29:21

7y ago29:21

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So you wanna do a podcast. I sat down with two fellow millennials-in-ministry, also podcast buffs, to break down the medium of podcasting. Part 1 will cover the basic question of 'what is podcasting,' and then start to dive into the question of 'how do you make a podcast?' Part 2 will finish up the HOW and go into 'why make a podcast?' So across th…

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