The Both& Podcast w/ Benny Perez

n this episode of the BOTH& Podcast, Pastor Benny Perez sits down with his son, Benjamin, for an honest conversation about leadership, consistency, faithfulness, identity, and learning to trust God with the season you’re in. For young leaders especially, it’s easy to get distracted by the next opportunity, compare your journey to someone else’s, or feel like you need to make something happen....

In this live episode of The Both& Podcast, Pastor Benny Perez sits down with his son, Benaiah Perez, Creative Director of Battleborn Festival, for an honest conversation about identity, leadership, creativity, influence, revival, and learning to trust God's voice over people's opinions. They discuss: • How to overcome the fear of man • Why comparison steals your calling • Using social...

Why do people quit? In this honest conversation, Pastor Benny Perez and Pastor Michael unpack what it really takes to endure difficult seasons without losing your faith, purpose, or joy. From church planting and financial hardship to grief, betrayal, counseling, and leadership, this episode explores how God uses adversity to shape people who last. Whether you're leading a church, raising a fam...

What does the Bible really say about sex in marriage? In this honest and practical conversation, Pastors Benny and Wendy Perez discuss God’s design for sex, intimacy, and connection within marriage. From common misconceptions in the church to questions many couples are afraid to ask, they explore what Scripture teaches about sex, communication, emotional connection, identity, mutual consent, and b...

After 27 years of marriage and raising three children who love God, serve in church, and are thriving as adults, Pastors Benny and Wendy Perez sit down for one of their most requested conversations: parenting. In this episode of Both&, they discuss the principles that shaped their family culture, how they navigated discipline, social media, identity, dating, accountability, church involvement,...

What happens when a generation has unlimited access to information but struggles with transformation? In this episode of the Both& Podcast, Pastor Benny Perez sits down with Pastor Michael El-Takrori to discuss the challenges facing today's generation, from AI and technology to church hopping, spiritual covering, mentorship, and authentic community. They explore why information alone doesn...

In this episode of the Both & Podcast, Pastor Benny Perez sits down with his oldest son, Benjamin Perez, 25 year old Youth Director at ChurchLV, where he has served for the past 2.5 years —for an honest conversation about spiritual warfare, deliverance, demonic oppression, and the authority believers have in Jesus. Pastor Benny shares real ministry encounters from over 40 years in ministry; in...

In this powerful episode of Both&, Pastor Benny Perez sits down with Rabbi Jason to unpack identity, freedom, and the deeper meaning of what Jesus actually paid for on the cross. From a supernatural encounter in heaven to a life of discovering Jesus through the Hebrew Scriptures, Rabbi Jason shares how many people are living stuck, not because God hasn’t moved, but because they’re still thinki...

You can be gifted… and still completely out of alignment. In this powerful conversation, Pastor Benny Perez and Pastor Jeff T. Osborne break down a hard truth most people don’t want to hear: talent doesn’t equal readiness. Many people rush into purpose, platform, and opportunity—but skip the very thing that sustains it: process. You’ll also hear a powerful analogy about being a bullet and not the...

Culture is loud—but truth is eternal. In this powerful conversation, Tim Timberlake and Benny Perez dive deep into why this generation is rejecting fake Christianity and craving truth—even when it hurts. They unpack: - Why mislabeling Jesus limits your life - The difference between Jesus as Teacher vs Lord - Why truth must confront, not just comfort - The danger of chasing acceptance over God’s ap...

God is speaking… the real question is—can you perceive Him? 👀 In this powerful episode of the Both& Podcast, Pastor Benny Perez welcomes back Pastor Dustin Bates for a deep and timely conversation on hearing the voice of God, real encounters, and living a faith that goes beyond just “me and Jesus.” They unpack why it’s not that God is silent, but that we’re often distracted… how proximity to...

What does it take to carry both excellence AND the Holy Spirit — without losing your heart in the process? In this powerful episode of the Both& Podcast, Pastor Benny sits down with Pastor Travis Greene for one of the most honest leadership conversations we’ve had yet. They dive into the tension between structure and Spirit… but the conversation goes deeper than expected, straight into betraya...

In this powerful episode of the Both& Podcast, Pastor Benny Perez and Pastor Ken Claytor confront some of the most pressing cultural conversations through a Kingdom lens. - Forgiving racism and reverse racism - Refusing victim and entitlement mentalities - Why promotion comes from the Lord - Raising children with kingdom identity - Work ethic, integrity, and biblical diligence - Why your pasto...

What happens when you believe God is real, but struggle to feel Him? In this powerful podcast conversation, Pastor Jamie Bates of Church 1132 shares how a deep dive into Scripture transformed her faith, healed a season of doubt, and revealed the Bible as a living, layered narrative, not just a rulebook. From feeling out of place in church culture, to wrestling with disappointment, to discovering J...

What happens when you truly encounter the power of God? In this powerful and deeply personal podcast episode, Pastor Benny sits down with longtime mentor and friend Tim Storey to talk about the supernatural, healing, impartation, and what it means to live out the “Jesus style” of ministry. From firsthand encounters with God’s presence to stories of healing, bold faith, and learning how to move in...

What does it look like to live a Both& faith in a world obsessed with extremes? In this episode of Both&, Pastor Benny Perez sits down with guest speaker Jeremy Johnson for an honest and challenging conversation about faithfulness, calling, obedience, and navigating ambition without losing your soul. Together, they unpack the tension between trusting God fully while still stewarding opport...

What happens when the presence of God leaves the church building and enters the streets? In this powerful episode of the BOTH& Podcast, Pastor Benny Perez sits down with worship leader and street minister Ryan Horton, whose viral worship moments in subways, streets, and city centers have led to radical encounters with God. Ryan shares unforgettable stories of worship breaking rage, fear, and s...

In today’s episode of the Both& Podcast, Pastor Benny Perez sits down with Pastor Dustin Bates for a powerful conversation on hearing the voice of God, spiritual encounters, spiritual dehydration, and how to stay full of God’s presence in a culture that’s getting darker and drier. About Pastor Dustin Bates: With over two decades of experience in ministry, leadership, and business, Pastor Dusti...

In this Both& Podcast episode, Pastor Benny and Dr. Michael Maiden dive deep into miracles, bold faith, and why the supernatural is still essential for the church today. They talk about fear, disappointment, impartation, healing, and the powerful story of a blind woman whose eyes were opened after prayer. This episode will challenge, stretch, and awaken your faith for more. About Dr. Michael M...

What if everything you believed about wealth and faith was wrong? In this powerful conversation, Pastor Benny Perez and Myron Golden dives deep into God’s original design for wealth, faith, and hearing His voice. Discover why abundance is part of God’s nature—and how trusting what He says matters more than what you see.

Is it wrong for pastors to prosper? In this episode of the BOTH& Podcast, Benny and Wendy Perez dive into one of the most debated topics in church culture: biblical prosperity, stewardship, and the heart behind giving and blessing.

Both& brings honest conversations on family, faith, leadership, and life. In the first episode, I sit down with my wife, Wendy, to talk about marriage, ministry, buisness, and living in the tension of “Both&”