The Kingdom Creatives Podcast

He’s honest, grounded, and not interested in surface-level performance. In this conversation, Ilario Grant joins the Kingdom Creators Podcast to step behind the curtain of one of the most demanding roles in theatre — playing Michael Jackson in MJ: The Musical . What begins as a conversation about performance quickly opens into a deeper reflection on discipline, identity, sacrifice, and what it rea...

He’s honest, grounded, and not interested in surface-level faith. In this conversation, Jay Argaet joins the Kingdom Creators Podcast to unpack the tension Christian creatives feel between calling, culture, and clarity. What starts as a conversation about creativity quickly becomes a deeper exploration of identity, purpose, and why so many believers feel stuck between the church and the marketplac...

He’s outspoken, unfiltered, and allergic to performative faith. In this no-holds-barred Part II conversation, Nathan Finochio joins the Kingdom Creators Podcast to dismantle the myths around the Christian music industry, ambition, awards shows, and the growing obsession with “keeping it pure.” What starts as a debate about industry quickly turns into a deeper confrontation with virtue signaling, G...

She’s a storyteller, historian, Alpha Youth voice, and a guide for a generation wrestling with faith, identity, and purpose. In this raw and deeply moving conversation, Xenia James opens up about grief, bullying, anxiety, faith, and the moment she encountered a love that changed everything. From childhood trauma to discovering Jesus in a packed London church, this episode is an honest look at how...

In this chaotic and hilarious episode, Sam and Josh read real YouTube and Instagram comments from past podcast episodes, delivered one by one by Shawn and try to guess which episode each comment came from. What starts as a simple guessing game quickly descends into confusion, self-roasting, forgotten guests, and uncontrollable laughter — all while Shawn quietly enjoys the chaos he’s created. This...

He’s a creative pastor, a worship leader, a husband and dad of two (with two more on the way), and someone who spent a whole year crippled by anxiety while still leading, preaching, and travelling. In this raw and unfiltered conversation, Lochie Hogarth opens up about panic attacks, pressure, fatherhood, faithfulness, and why Gen Z is hungry for something real — not polished religion. IN THIS EPIS...

He’s a globally recognised entertainer, dancer, actor, charting artist, who grew up between cultures, lived under the pressure to perform, carried rejection for years, and secretly battled pornography while the world applauded him. In this raw and unfiltered conversation, Timomatic opens up about identity, brokenness, faith, fame, and the healing that only Jesus can bring. This is Tim like you’ve...

She’s a pastor, a practicing psychologist, and someone who grew up in the chaos, then found God and learned how to heal. Sabrina Peters sits down to tell a raw story of faith, family trauma, therapy, and what churches (and creatives in churches) really need if they want longevity.  IN THIS EPISODE: ✅ How childhood dysfunction sent her into ministry and psychology ✅ Why forgiveness is the gateway...

He sees a demon in Italy. Becomes Catholic. Now Christians call him "closet gay" for reviewing their churches. Marco from @acrossthepews sits down to tell the wildest conversion story we've heard—from growing up on welfare and food parcels, to a haunted Italian apartment that shattered his reality, to becoming the internet's most controversial church reviewer. This isn't your typical testimony. Ma...

What do you do when your body won't give you what you're praying for?  Worship leader and pastor Jessie-Rose Rayner opens up about her ongoing journey through infertility, IVF, miscarriage, and the brutal question every person in ministry faces: How do you keep leading when you're barely holding it together?  This is an honest conversation about worshiping in the wait, writing songs you can't sing...

What happens when a Protestant youth pastor experiences three devastating church splits and starts questioning everything he believed about Christianity? In this explosive episode, we sit down with Peter Pelicaan, a former Protestant minister turned Catholic deacon, who reveals the shocking journey that led him to abandon his Protestant faith. WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER: The real reason behind Protestan...

When Ethan Beer was 12 years old, doctors told his family that his mom had 6 months to live. Brain cancer. Terminal. But she didn't die in 6 months. She lived for 5 more years. In this raw and emotional podcast episode, 21-year-old singer-songwriter Ethan Beer shares the incredible story of watching his mother battle cancer with unshakeable faith. From a pastor's kid struggling with his own relati...

What happens when worship stops being about God’s presence and starts looking like a product? 👀 In this raw conversation, worship leader Dylan Hibbit (Citipoint Worship, Nashville) opens up about:  Leaving full-time ministry for corporate work — and the painful call back again The harsh truth about why some worship songs never make it to church The cost of revival: when pastors say “revival or bu...

What happens when fear wins in front of thousands? In this raw conversation, Dan Blythe shares the moment he walked off stage in front of 2,000 people — and what God did next. From early struggles with identity and fear of man, to leading Alpha Youth on a global scale, Dan’s story is an honest look at failure, faith, and finding your true voice. We talk about: Overcoming fear and imposter syndrome...

This week on the Kingdom Creatives Podcast, we sit down with Amy Ayala, a digital missionary whose simple act of obedience during the 2020 lockdown sparked a viral movement on TikTok — and a wave of online salvations. With over 800K followers and a story that started in public high schools with a pizza and a message, Amy shares her journey of preaching without a platform, being rejected by her chu...

Is the modern church making a massive mistake? In this explosive episode of The Kingdom Creatives Podcast, we sit down with Nathan Finochio — former Hillsong pastor, theologian, founder of Theosu, and master of unfiltered truth — to challenge the very way we think about church. We talk seeker-sensitive culture, worship songs that miss the mark, why Christian comedy doesn’t work, and the dangerous...

Are we doing Church media WRONG? In this episode, we sit down with creative powerhouse Ezra Cohen (founder of Ezco and Sunday Screens) to talk about the real state of church media — what’s outdated, what’s inspiring, and what needs to radically change. From cinematic design to visual theology, Ezra shares how churches can break free from cookie-cutter content and start creating media that actually...

In this powerful episode of The Kingdom Creatives Podcast, we sit down with Wendell McKinney, founder of Divine Persuasion Studio, for a raw and moving conversation about calling, creativity, and communion with Jesus. 🔹 Wendell opens up about his journey from pastoring to leading a thriving creative agency 🔹 Why the presence of God isn’t just for Sundays but for survival 🔹 How burnout, cynicism...

In this eye-opening episode of The Kingdom Creatives Podcast, we sit down with Dakota Feibranz (aka thiefofboredom) to explore faith, creativity, and the impact of social media in the digital age. 🔹 Dakota shares his journey from making viral content to boldly sharing his faith online. 🔹 The hidden dangers of social media and how to stay grounded in your purpose. 🔹 Why Christian creatives need...

In this powerful episode of The Kingdom Creatives Podcast, we sit down with Lachlan Holmes from Elevation Church Australia to dive deep into the realities of creative ministry, worship, and personal revival. 🔹 Lach shares his journey through ministry burnout, personal struggles, and rediscovering his passion for the local church. 🔹 We unpack the power of fasting and how it transforms both the sp...

In this deeply moving episode of The Kingdom Creatives Podcast, we sit down with Chardon Lewis to unpack his incredible journey one filled with faith, creativity, and battles with mental health. Chardon shares his personal struggles with anxiety and depression, how worship became his refuge, and how he learned to hear God’s voice in the midst of life’s chaos. From growing up in a radically transfo...

🎙️ Discover the Journey of Faith, Music, and Creativity with Cam Gullo | The Kingdom Creatives Podcast In this inspiring episode, Sam and Josh sit down with Cam Gullo, a passionate artist manager and pastor’s kid, to unpack his incredible journey from giving up music to becoming a sought-after advocate for Christian artists worldwide. 🌍🎶 Cam shares heartfelt stories about his struggles, faith, a...

In this episode of The Kingdom Creatives Podcast, Sam and Josh tackle the most frequently asked questions about Kingdom Creatives, their mission, and how they serve churches and non-profits. From improving creative strategies to mentorship programs and maximising tight budgets, they break it all down for you. Key Topics Covered: ✅ What is Kingdom Creatives, and how do they serve the church? ✅ Wh...

In this episode of the Kingdom Creatives Podcast, Sam and Josh sit down with Pastor John Cameron to explore the profound connection between creativity, leadership, and faith. From leading a thriving church for over 20 years to coaching leaders and creatives globally, John shares timeless wisdom on navigating ministry, unleashing creativity, and boldly standing for truth in a shifting culture. High...

In this episode of the Kingdom Creatives Podcast, Sam sits down with Chris Maisano to uncover the powerful intersection of creativity, faith, and redemption. From Chris's turbulent past of being involved in drugs and gangs to discovering his faith and finding purpose through creativity, this conversation is a profound exploration of transformation and leadership. Highlights Include: How creativity...