Worship Afterisms

In this episode of the Worship Afterisms Podcast, host Chris August sits down with Pastor Keith Newton for a deeply insightful conversation on the power of music, spiritual alignment, and authentic worship. Pastor Keith shares his personal journey into music and church musicianship, reflecting on how music continues to serve as an anchor for his peace and alignment with God. Together, Chris and Pa...

In this episode of the Worship Afterisms Podcast, host Chris August sits down with worship leader and artist Asa Barnes for an open, honest, and powerful conversation on the realities of ministry, identity, and leadership. Asa shares his early beginnings in worship and music, exploring how musical expression articulates deep spiritual truths well beyond words. Together, Chris and Asa dissect the f...

In this raw and refreshing episode of the Worship Afterisms Podcast, host Chris August sits down with rising gospel artist Doris Donley for an unfiltered look into her life, faith, and artistry. Doris traces her journey back to her earliest days singing as a young girl, sharing the pivotal moment in college at age 18 when her entire perspective on worship shifted. She opens up about what God is te...

What happens when a martial artist and cheerleader with no visible musical talent gets tapped by a youth pastor to lead worship? You get the wild, unexpected, and deeply inspiring story of Jordan Marcotte. In this episode, host Chris August sits down with Jordan—a former worship leader turned entrepreneur—to trace his untraditional path into ministry and his powerful transition out of it. Together...

In this powerful episode of the Worship Afterisms Podcast, host Chris August sits down with Marlin Hatcher Jr., a local worship leader at City of Truth Church right here in Kansas City. Marlin opens up about his foundational roots in worship and what it truly means to step back, re-center, and refocus on the core purpose of leading God’s people. Together, Chris and Marlin explore what God has been...

In this episode of the Worship Afterisms Podcast, host Chris August sits down with local pastor and worship leader Pastor Lamar Cherry for a candid, insightful conversation anchored in Lamar’s roots in worship ministry. Inside the episode Pastor Cherry shares his personal journey into worship leadership and offers practical, heart-centered advice on navigating and healing from church hurt. He and...

In this episode of the Worship Afterisms Podcast, host Chris August sits down with worship leader Kami Woodard to unpack her personal worship story, starting from her earliest memories with music to the lessons that define her ministry today. Kami opens up about the essential role of community, the subtle battle worship leaders face to remain genuinely personable, and why learning the power of &qu...

In this episode of the Worship Afterisms Podcast, host Chris August sits down with the incredibly talented, rising gospel group Soul Therapy. Four years into their journey, the group opens up about their early beginnings in ministry and music, sharing the beautiful, providential way their independent paths ultimately led them to each other. Chris and Soul Therapy dive deep into the raw, unvarnishe...

In this episode of the Worship Afterisms Podcast , host Chris August sits down with local worship leader and songwriter Naunie Harris for a beautifully raw conversation about the unexpected ways God shapes a leader's heart. Naunie opens up about the profound kindness of God in her journey, sharing how He slowly and intentionally positioned her for leadership. But true preparation often happens...

In this profoundly moving episode of Worship Afterisms, host Chris August sits down with local worship leader Geohn Huggins for an intimate conversation about the reality of faith when life hits hardest. Geohn shares his journey from his early beginnings in ministry to stepping into his now role at Church of the Harvest setting the stage for a beautifully transparent look at what it truly means to...

Join us for an honest, deep-dive conversation with Steven Green—a local creative entrepreneur, consultant, and well-known model who serves as a worship leader at Vive Culture Church. As a self-proclaimed "PK" (Pastor's Kid), Steven knows firsthand the weight of expectations and the complexity of growing up under the public eye of the church. In this episode, we pull back the curtain...

In this episode of Worship Afterisms, host Chris August sits down with local artist, worship leader, and pastor Troy Jones for a conversation that is as vulnerable as it is insightful. Troy opens up about the intersection of ministry and real-life trauma, specifically walking us through the terrifying experience of the premature birth of his son and the looming fear of losing both his child and hi...

In this soul-baring episode of Worship Afterisms, host Chris August sits down with local artist and seasoned worship leader Audri Page for a conversation that peels back the layers of life behind the microphone. Audri opens up with incredible transparency about her early days in ministry and the joys of marriage, before navigating us through the storms that followed. We dive deep into the complexi...

This episode of the Worship Afterisms Podcastis a raw, high-level masterclass on the internal and external realities of a life dedicated to music and ministry. Host Chris August sits down with the musically accomplished Charmelle Cofield for a conversation that doesn't pull any punches. From the pressure of being a pastor’s kid to writing rooms of New York City, Charmelle shares the journey of...

This episode of the Worship Afterisms Podcast is a powerful testament to the beauty of a "Yes" and the faithfulness of God through every season. We are sitting down with Destiny Crockett from Transformation Church for a conversation that spans from her roots in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to the global stage of worship ministry. Destiny opens up about the growing pains of transitioning from a small...

In this powerful and transparent episode of Worship Afterisms, host Chris August sits down with Quincy Jones, a gifted musician and worship leader making waves in the Kansas City area. Quincy’s journey started early when he picked up the drumsticks at just three years old and then feeling the unmistakable "tug" of God on his heart by age eight. We will discuss how his role in his local c...

In this episode of Worship Afterisms, host Chris August sits down with the incredibly talented Isaac Williams. He talks with us about his early introduction to music and foundation in the church by way of his family. Isaac shares with us how his upbringing shaped his unique sound and unexpectedly pushed him into the ministry pursuits he first despised but in time realized was an undiscovered call...

In this episode of the Worship Afterisms we’re going to deep dive into the heart of a young leader who is navigating the beautiful tension between the local church and the independent music industry. We are sitting down with Tyler White—a gifted worship leader and independent artist whose journey is a testament to the power of a "Christ-centered" foundation. From his early days in the te...

Join us as we sit down with the powerhouse duo Tobbi and Tommi White for a conversation that is as vulnerable as it is inspiring. From their beginnings as a sister duo in their youth to their evolution into seasoned Worship Pastors, they pull back the curtain on what it truly means to transition from "just singing" to living out an authentic relationship with God. In our conversation we...

Get ready for a special, unscripted, and downright fun surprise episode! We're sitting down with our good friends and favorite Post Worshippers, Cameron Williams, to take a joyful stroll down memory lane and unpack the best of Season One. Join us as we revisit the moments that when other leaders shared deeply personal, challenging, and revelatory truths. But don't worry, it's not all heavy! We're...

The tables have turned! For the Season One finale of Worship Afterisms, host Chris August steps out of the interviewer's chair and into the interviewee's hot seat. In this special episode, special guest host Kimology takes the reins to ask Chris the questions you've been waiting for. Chris pulls back the curtain on the key moments and crucial questions that called him to start the Worship Afterism...

Join us for a deeply personal and inspiring conversation with Braxton Medellin! In this episode, Braxton sits down to share the incredible story of his entry into the world of worship. You’ll hear how his now wife introduced him to ministry, setting him on a path he never expected. Braxton unpacks his journey from that initial spark all the way to accepting the call to full-time ministry. We also...

Join us for a powerful conversation with Craig Donnell Jr., a man who isn't a worship leader, but whose life is a living expression of worship. We're breaking down the idea that worship is just a talent and diving into what it really means: a posture of the heart. Craig shares how he was introduced to worship through the music of Kirk Franklin and the journey that led him to start his own non-prof...

What does it look like when God calls you out of ministry? That's the question we're exploring with Joliet4 on this episode of Worship Afterism Podcast. Joliet4 sits down with Chris August to share a deeply personal and often challenging journey. She'll take us back to her roots in worship ministry and the profound impact of her father. We'll trace her path from leading worship to an unexpected ne...

Join us for a powerful and intimate conversation with singer, songwriter, and worship leader, Zae Romeo. In this episode of Worship Afterisms , Zae opens up about his entry into the world of worship music and the transformative experiences that shaped his path. He gives us an exclusive look into his time as a contestant on NBC's "The Voice," revealing the pressures and triumphs of the spotlight an...