Bridging the Gap Podcast

E^3 Leadership Episode: a conversation with pastor, national speaker, and podcaster Portia Allen as she has a conversation with our podcast host, Mykelti Blum. In this episode, they discuss the importance of racial unity within the church, as well as how church leaders and members can intentionally and humbly work toward meaningful conversations and growth. Learn more about Portia Allen at portiaa...

E^3 Leadership Episode: a conversation with pastor, author, speaker, and founder of “She is Free,” Andi Andrew, and our podcast host, Mykelti Blum. In this leadership episode, they discuss Andi’s new book, Friendship–It’s Complicated , as Andi shares her heart for writing this book and the journey she has had with understanding friends. They talk about “going back to go for...

E^3 Encouragement Episode: A conversation with radio talk show host, national speaker, and bestselling author, Susie Larson as she has a conversation with our podcast host, Mykelti Blum. In this encouragement episode, they discuss what Advent is, what it means to make room for Jesus, how we can have holy expectancy, as well as ways we can refocus this Advent to focus on what truly matters. Learn m...

E^3 Leadership Episode: A conversation with pastor, author, and podcaster Havilah Cunnington and our podcast host, Mykelti Blum. In this leadership episode, they will be discussing boundaries and some of Havilah’s journey in understanding what boundaries meant for her. She will give practical tools and insight into how to incorporate boundaries within friendships, careers, and self care. Learn mor...

E^3 Leadership Episode: A conversation with Mykelti Blum and Pastor, Chi Alpha Campus Ministry Director, and youngadults.today Co-Founder Micah Kennealy . In this episode, they discuss the importance of leading yourself and how to lead and encourage others, specifically young adults, in the season they are in. Find young adults resources and Micah’s latest book, Reaching the Next , at younga...

E^3 Leadership Episode: A recorded message from one of our 2021 Thrive Conference featured speakers, Andi Andrew. In this episode, as Andi shares honestly about God’s promises being true today, you will also learn more about her and her family and get a sneak peek into the humor and energy she brings as a speaker. Register to hear Andi speak live during the Thrive Sisterhood Leadership ONE a...

E^3 Leadership Episode: A conversation with fitness and wellness professional Ashley Darkenwald and our podcast host, Mykelti Blum. In this episode, they discuss fitness, health, and balance, including what healthy balance looks like and what the Bible says about our bodies! Learn more about Ashley and find wellness resources at infit.org . Also, follow @MNBTG on Facebook and Instagram to stay up...

E^3 Leadership Episode: A conversation with BTG Director Carol Lund and our podcast host, Mykelti Blum. In this episode, they discuss the history and purpose behind the annual Thrive Conference, and you will also hear a sneak peak message by one of our featured speakers, Alex Seeley! Invite your girlfriends, and register at btgthriveconference.org for the October 1-2, 2021, Thrive Conference in Ro...

E^3 Encouragement Episode: A conversation with Pastors Jeff and Kristie Kerr and our podcast host, Mykelti Blum. In this episode, they discuss the importance of being grateful in every season and how this perspective can be possible in Christ. Hear more from Jeff and Kristie by searching “ A Little Kerrspective ” on podcast platforms. Also, if you are in the Farmington, MN area and are...

E^3 Leadership Episode: A conversation with Mykelti Blum and Peggy Vagle, co-church planter and women’s ministry leader of The Waters Church in Sartell, MN. In this episode, they discuss the concept of “Perspective in the Middle.” Each of us are currently in the middle of our story, our struggle. In books, movies, or heroic stories of the Bible, we get the benefit of reading the...

E^3 Leadership Episode: A conversation with Mykelti Blum and Pat Schwalbe, BTG Volunteer Advisor and Director of Volunteers and Community Engagement for CROSS Services. In this episode, they discuss how to lead well when business isn’t as usual, the value of pivoting when change happens within an organization, and how to lead and encourage teams through change! If you have a question for Pat, send...

E^3 Encouragement Episode: A conversation with Mykelti Blum (E^3 Podcast host) and Julie, Kendra, and Kristin from The Ruth Experience. In this episode, they discuss kindness, teaching kids kindness, and ways you and your kids can incorporate planned or random acts of kindness throughout the summer!

E^3 Leadership Episode: A conversation with BTG Advisor Faith Fitzgerald and E^3 Podcast host Mykelti Blum. In this episode, they will be discussing soul care, the Enneagram, and understanding your identity to help you be at your best and stay in tune with God’s voice.

E^3 Encouragement Episode: A conversation with BTG Advisor Sonja Bindert and E^3 Podcast host Mykelti Blum. In this episode, they will be discussing the topics of comparison, competition, and intimidation and how to embrace your God-given identity to flourish in the plans He has for you!

E^3 Leadership Episode: A conversation with marketing consultant Shannon Velsor and Mykelti Blum. In this episode, they discuss marketing strategies and techniques, the value of partnering with other organizations, as well as how church leaders can utilize marketing strategies to invite others to engage within the church!

E^3 Leadership Episode: A conversation with Terri Fedorenko, a licensed marriage and family therapist and certified life coach, on mental health in leadership.

A conversation with Carol Lund in our very first E^3 episode.