Thought Leader Podcast

Technology supports ministry—but people ARE the ministry. Bryan Bailey shares his journey through church production, volunteer development, and leadership while explaining why the greatest investment a church can make isn't its equipment...it's its people. If you serve in church production, this conversation will challenge and encourage you.

What would make someone leave a dream career in sports broadcasting for church production ministry? In this episode of the Thought Leader Podcast, Neil Zimmerman shares his journey from engineering major to broadcast television, and ultimately finding a deeper sense of purpose serving at Christ Fellowship Church. We discuss mentorship, leadership, church production, systems engineering, and what i...

Every season leaves a mark. Jeff Watkins reflects on how different seasons—both highs and lows—contributed to his growth and identity. This episode is a powerful look at how consistency in the journey builds something lasting. Note: Recorded during Jeff’s time at Without Walls Church in Mesa, AZ. He now serves at Long Hollow Church in Nashville, TN.

Before the lights, the console, or the weekend service—there’s a story. The Thought Leader Podcast explores the personal journeys of people serving in the church production community, focusing on the experiences that shaped them long before their careers in ministry. In this episode, Walter Wilson, Lead Production Director at Church Unlimited, shares the journey that shaped his identity, leadershi...

Before the lights, the console, or the weekend service—there’s a story. The Thought Leader Podcast explores the personal journeys of people serving in the church production community, focusing on the experiences that shaped them long before their careers in ministry. In this episode, Griffin McCravy, Broadcast Lighting Director at Church of the Highlands, reflects on the life experiences that led...

This is the Thought Leader Podcast—a conversation with people serving in the church production community, focused not on what they do, but who they are. In this episode, Chris Pyron, Associate Director of Thought Leader and Worship Marketing Manager for Chauvet Lighting, joins the conversation to talk about creativity, calling, and the story that led him to serve the church through his work.

This is the Thought Leader Podcast—a conversation with people serving in the church production community, focused not on what they do, but who they are. In our very first episode, we hear from Daryl Sutton, Director of Thought Leader and Senior Marketing Manager for Chauvet Lighting. Daryl shares his journey, the moments that shaped his leadership, and the values that continue to guide his work an...