Best Blackbar Podcasts (2024)

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A Critical Analysis of Christians' Response to The Olympics 51:59

15m ago51:59

51:59

Send us a Text Message. Caleb & Nick review the general Christian discourse surrounding the 2024 Olympics opening ceremonies, and they discuss whether Christians are ultimately helping or hurting the church’s goal to reach the lost in digital spaces. Join the Blackbar Discord to keep the conversation going: http://discord.blk.bar/…

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Promoting Health Equity by Breaking Barriers and Addressing Health Disparities in Black Communities 10:25

1d ago10:25

10:25

This is an audio blog of the following url: https://www.blackbarbershop.org/post/breaking-barriers-addressing-health-disparities-in-black-communities In this episode, we explore the efforts to break barriers and address health disparities in Black communities, as outlined by the Black Barbershop Health Outreach Program. Join us to learn about the i…

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The Role Of Black Barbershops In Community Health Transformation 10:11

1d ago10:11

10:11

This is an audio blog of the following url: https://www.blackbarbershop.org/post/empowering-health-and-how-black-barbershops-are-changing-lives In this episode, we explore how Black barbershops are transforming community health by serving as health education hubs. Traditionally places for social gatherings, these barbershops now provide critical he…

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How You Can Help The Black Barbershop's Health Outreach Movement 10:58

2d ago10:58

10:58

This is an audio blog of the following url: https://www.blackbarbershop.org/post/how-to-join-and-support-black-barbershop-health-outreach-movement In this episode, we dive into the impactful work of the Black Barbershop Health Outreach Program, a national initiative focused on addressing health disparities in African American communities. Learn how…

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How Black Barbershop Partnerships Are Transforming Healthcare 11:10

15d ago11:10

11:10

This is an audio blog of the following url: https://www.blackbarbershop.org/post/the-impact-of-black-barbershop-partnerships-in-enhancing-healthcare In this episode, we explore the transformative role of Black barbershop partnerships in advancing healthcare within Black communities. Discover how these collaborations are breaking down barriers, prov…

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Your Comprehensive Guide to Common Diseases in Black People and Tips for Maintaining Optimal Health 8:19

5d ago8:19

8:19

This is an audio blog of the following url: https://www.blackbarbershop.org/post/top-diseases-affecting-black-people-and-how-to-prevent-them In this episode, we delve into the top diseases affecting the Black community, as outlined by the Black Barbershop Health Outreach Program. Join us to learn about the risk factors, prevention strategies, and h…

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Benefits of the Black Wellness Center and Health Prosperity Project for African American Communities 7:31

10d ago7:31

7:31

This is an audio blog of the following url: https://www.blackbarbershop.org/post/black-wellness-center-and-health-prosperity-project In this episode, we explore the Black Wellness Center and Health Prosperity Project, initiatives aimed at improving health outcomes and promoting wellness within the Black community. Join us as we discuss the resource…

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Major Health Issues in the Black Community 8:47

15d ago8:47

8:47

This is an audio blog of the following url: https://www.blackbarbershop.org/post/ranking-health-issues-and-disparity-in-the-black-community In this episode, we rank the most pressing health issues and disparities impacting the Black community, as discussed by the Black Barbershop Health Outreach Program. Tune in to gain insights into the underlying…

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Understanding the Risks: Diseases Disproportionately Affecting Black Men 9:08

2d ago9:08

9:08

This is an audio blog of the following url: https://www.blackbarbershop.org/post/key-health-challenges-affecting-african-american-community In this episode, we explore the key health challenges affecting the African American community, as outlined by the Black Barbershop Health Outreach Program. Join us as we discuss the factors contributing to the…

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Healthcare Disparities Faced by Black Men And How To Address Them 10:36

2d ago10:36

10:36

This is an audio blog of the following url: https://www.blackbarbershop.org/post/systemic-challenge-and-healthcare-disparities-for-black-men In this episode, we examine the systemic challenges and healthcare disparities faced by Black men, as discussed by the Black Barbershop Health Outreach Program. Join us as we explore the root causes of these i…

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Transforming African American Self-Care With the Black Health and Wellness App 5:55

2d ago5:55

5:55

This is an audio blog of the following url: https://www.blackbarbershop.org/post/transforming-african-american-self-care-with-the-black-health-and-wellness-app In this episode, we explore how the Black Health and Wellness App is revolutionizing self-care for the African American community. Tune in to learn how this innovative app empowers users wit…

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Addressing African American Health Care Issues, Disparities, and Preventable Diseases Affecting the Black Community 9:47

11d ago9:47

9:47

This is an audio blog of the following url: https://www.blackbarbershop.org/post/addressing-african-american-health-care-issues-disparities-and-preventable-diseases-affecting-the-black-community In this episode, we delve into the critical health care issues and disparities affecting the African American community, as highlighted by the Black Barber…

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Insights into the Average Life Expectancy for African American Men 9:32

15d ago9:32

9:32

This is an audio blog of the following url: https://www.blackbarbershop.org/post/insights-into-the-average-life-expectancy-for-african-american-men In this episode, we explore the average life expectancy for African American men, which is significantly impacted by social, economic, and health-related challenges. We examine the role of chronic disea…

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Center for Black Health and Equity: The African American Barbershop Health Outreach Program 8:32

5d ago8:32

8:32

This is an audio blog of the following url: https://www.blackbarbershop.org/post/black-barber-shop-health-wellness-outreach-awareness-program In this episode, we dive into the groundbreaking African American Barbershop Health Outreach Program led by Dr. Bill Releford. Discover how barbershops transform into vital health hubs, addressing disparities…

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How Style, Community and Health Outreach Merge at the Best Nearby Black-Owned Barbershops 10:54

6d ago10:54

10:54

This is an audio blog of the following url: https://www.blackbarbershop.org/post/best-black-african-american-owned-barbershop-near-me In this episode, we explore how Black-owned barbershops are transforming into community health hubs, thanks to the efforts of Dr. Bill Releford. These barbershops go beyond grooming to promote health literacy and pro…

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Why Your Church's Website Sucks (And How To Fix It) 1:04:04

11d ago1:04:04

1:04:04

Send us a Text Message. The guys (alongside a special guest) dive into some tips and practical examples of where to start when creating or improving your church's website. Join the Blackbar Discord to keep the conversation going: http://discord.blk.bar/By Blackbar

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Turn Good Events Into Good Content with Tessa Voccola 47:02

1M ago47:02

47:02

Send us a Text Message. The guys are joined by Tessa Voccola, Brand & Content Manager for RVRB Agency, to share about what it takes to capture high quality content for live events. She also shares some tips on the value of pre-production and the importance of fueling yourself outside of your creative roles. To partner with RVRB for your event, visi…

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Building Online Communities, Not Just Audiences with The Monochrome Podcast 47:06

2M ago47:06

47:06

Send us a Text Message. On this episode, the guys are joined by Luke McElroy and JT Bowling of the Monochrome Podcast to discuss how to build online communities and how to develop deeper connections within those communities. Check out the Monochrome Podcast: https://saltcommunity.com/podcast/ Get more information about the SALT Conference and their…

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Surviving and Thriving in Church Media Teams: Insights with Phil Bowdle 49:29

2M ago49:29

49:29

Send us a Text Message. The guys are joined by author, leadership coach, and friend of the podcast Phil Bowdle to discuss how to navigate leadership, conflict, and tension within church media teams. Visit Phil's website for the resources that were discussed in today's episode: https://philbowdle.com/ Join the Blackbar Discord to keep the conversati…

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The Church Media Playbook: Top 3 Tips For Freelancers 1:07:22

3M ago1:07:22

1:07:22

Send us a Text Message. In this community-inspired topic, the guys share three of their top tips for how to survive, grow, and thrive as a church media freelancer. Join the Blackbar Discord to keep the conversation going: http://discord.blk.bar/By Blackbar

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Let's Interview Chat GPT 4o About Church Media 49:32

3M ago49:32

49:32

Send us a Text Message. The guys chat with their first ever AI guest: Chat GPT 4o! From recommendations on sermon resources to suggestions for event ads to encouragements for the Blackbar community, Chat GPT 4o provides a unique look into the capabilities and potential of AI as it could be used for church media ministry. Join the Blackbar Discord t…

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The 3 Biggest Marketing Mistakes Your Church is Making 1:07:01

3M ago1:07:01

1:07:01

Send us a Text Message. On this episode, the guys dive into 3 common marketing and advertising mistakes that churches tend to find themselves stuck in. They also discuss the potentials of Canva's acquisition of Affinity and how it might actually give Adobe a run for its money. Join the Blackbar Discord to keep the conversation going: http://discord…

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What Your Church Needs To Know About All the NAB '24 Announcements with Tim Jackson 57:14

4M ago57:14

57:14

Send us a Text Message. On this episode, Caleb & Nick are joined by guest host Tim Jackson, team member of BNY productions and Ohr LED, to discuss some of the most exciting (and noteworthy) announcements for Christian churches and creatives from 2024's National Association of Broadcaster's show. Join the Blackbar Discord to keep the conversation go…

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Can God Speak Through Secular Art? 1:29:46

4M ago1:29:46

1:29:46

Send us a Text Message. On this community-inspired episode, Caleb and Nick dive into the topic of religious vs secular art and whether or not God can work through something if it's not explicitly "Christian." Join the Blackbar Discord to keep the conversation going: http://discord.blk.bar/By Blackbar

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Meet The Man Who Can Make Anything! with Troy Picou 56:33

5M ago56:33

56:33

Send us a Text Message. On this episode, the guys are joined by guest Troy Picou, the children's pastor at Grand Rapids First, who has made a name for himself by creating extravagantly creative props, puppets, illustrations, character animations, and many, many other amazing things. Troy was gracious enough to share a behind the scenes look with us…

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15 Totally Free Creative Tools We Always Use 1:28:26

5M ago1:28:26

1:28:26

Send us a Text Message. The guys share 15 free tools that they use to support and simplify their creative workflow, and Caleb does an intro to 3D animation training with a focus on the free animation software called Blender. NOTE: Zach discovered after the fact that the project management application called Monday was a free month trial, not a free…

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Is Social Media Good For Society? with JP Dorsey 1:26:12

6M ago1:26:12

1:26:12

Send us a Text Message. The guys are joined by guest co-host JP Dorsey, previous President of North Point Bible College GR and pastor at Grand Rapids First, to discuss whether or not social media us truly a good or bad thing for society at large. They also discuss OpenAI's newest video software called Sora and how churches can practically and ethic…

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Using Media To Evangelize, Not Just Advertise with Dan Desrosiers 1:05:04

6M ago1:05:04

1:05:04

Send us a Text Message. Nick & Caleb are joined by guest co-host Dan Desrosiers (S1 Episodes 6, 7, & 85) to discuss how churches can best leverage media to connect with and grow their communities in 2024. They also discuss how to approach the nuanced conversation of upgrading your gear to your pastor and leadership team. Join the Blackbar Discord t…

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You're Putting Your Congregation at Risk: Cybersecurity with Mike Soroka 1:11:20

7M ago1:11:20

1:11:20

Send us a Text Message. Nick and Caleb talk with Mike Soroka, IT and networking guru, about why churches should care about modern cybersecurity, and they share some easy first steps every organization should take to protect their data. They also discuss Disney's expired copyright of the Steamboat Willie character, and how important it is for creati…

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What Makes A Perfect Sermon Clip (According to Passion)? 1:31:35

7M ago1:31:35

1:31:35

Send us a Text Message. The guys share about what they learned from the 2024 Passion Conference team on how to gather the most effective and impactful sermon clips for your church. They also talk about the new podcast format alongside their newest Q&A style segment called Blackout! Join our Stream Team! https://forms.gle/2mpip9aVwHCkhyXm8 Join the …

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Why Church Attendance Is Declining & What Can We Do About It? 1:23:20

8M ago1:23:20

1:23:20

Send us a Text Message. On the last episode of 2023, the guys share some thoughts from a church creative's perspective about Carey Nieuwhof's recent blog post on declining church attendance. They also discuss the implications of the conclusion of the SAG-AFTRA strikes as well as Instagram's most recent algorithm changes. Read Carey Nieuwhof's full …

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How To Be Creative When The Plan Changes Last Minute 1:28:19

9M ago1:28:19

1:28:19

Send us a Text Message. In the church and ministry creative field, last minute changes are as frequent as Sunday service, so on this episode the guys wanted to share some practical tips on how to navigate the unpredictable in a healthy way. They also share some predictions about the potential of Unreal Engine's Project Avalanche software, and they …

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Beyond Fear: Embracing AI with Faith and Wisdom with Alex Lyons 1:17:43

9M ago1:17:43

1:17:43

Send us a Text Message. The guys welcome guest co-host Alex Lyons as they discuss how to approach AI with faith and wisdom. They also kick off the episode analyzing and learning from the new Eddie Bower logo redesign. Episode Timestamps: 3:20 Eddie Bauer Logo Redesign 28:40 Beyond Fear: Embracing AI with Faith and Wisdom Join the Blackbar Discord t…

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Could Taylor Swift's Eras Tour Affect Our Church Services? 1:31:20

10M ago1:31:20

1:31:20

Send us a Text Message. With the success of Taylor Swift's Eras Tour movie, the guys discuss how experiences like this could impact the ways that we both approach and engage in worship within our faith communities. They also get back into the Mac vs. PC debate on the heels of Apple's newest M3 Chip showcase. Episode Timestamps: 2:42 Mac vs. PC in 2…

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Adobe's New Beta Features Are Insane! 1:30:36

10M ago1:30:36

1:30:36

Send us a Text Message. The guys lose their minds over the exciting new Adobe software features showcased at this year's Adobe Max event! They also circle back to last week's conversation to tie in how Meta's new social personality AI can impact the way we create social content, and they break down how the technology used for the recent Toy Story F…

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The Ethics and Theology of AI Generated Music AND The Future of AR/VR Church with Garrett Vandenberg 1:31:23

11M ago1:31:23

1:31:23

Send us a Text Message. Caleb & Nick welcome guest co-host Garrett Vandenberg as they discuss the ethics, theology, practical application, and potential future of Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, and AI generated music all within creative, faith-based spaces. Episode Timestamps: 4:53 - The Ethics and Theology of AI Generated Music 45:31 - The Fu…

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What We Can Learn From Sony's Ultimate Cinema Camera 1:26:09

11M ago1:26:09

1:26:09

Send us a Text Message. The guys have a little gear envy drooling over Sony's new Burano cinema camera while providing some practical explanations to cinema camera specs alongside more budget-friendly camera recommendations. They also discuss the potential implications of the ChatGPT based Open Interpreter with special guest Blaise Nelson, and they…

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How to Make MORE Church Ads That Don't Suck (Again) 1:25:37

12M ago1:25:37

1:25:37

Send us a Text Message. Throwing back to Blackbar's very first video on church marketing, the guys add a few fresh tips that they've learned over the years on how to best create church ads that are genuinely effective. Also, featuring Lifehouse Church's creative arts and worship Pastor Sharayah Bishop, they discuss the filters a church can develop …

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What Can Christian Creatives Learn from Barbenheimer? 1:30:17

12M ago1:30:17

1:30:17

Send us a Text Message. Now that they've all finally watched Barbie and Oppenheimer, the guys share their insight on what Christian Creatives can learn from blockbuster films and secular media. They also discuss the new copyright rules for AI art, try to understand how the resurgence of "dumb phones" correlates with cyber addiction, and breakdown t…

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Is "Social" Media Dead? 1:29:37

1y ago1:29:37

1:29:37

Send us a Text Message. The guys examine the current trend of social media platforms moving away from "social" media toward a "consumption" media mentality and what that could mean for the future of social media. They also dive deep into the AI powered "Text Jesus" app, compare the value of new cameras like the Sony a6700 to the power of smart phon…

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AI Is Coming for Hollywood. Is It Coming for Churches Next? 1:29:05

1y ago1:29:05

1:29:05

Send us a Text Message. Welcome to the Blackbar podcast season 2! Caleb, Nick, & Zach kick things off by discussing some of the good, the bad, and the ugly of new AI applications as well as what the value is for church creatives of present and future AI tools. They also talk Davinci Resolve 18.5, Threads vs. X vs. Tik Tok, and potential implication…

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Season 1 Finale (And What's Next) 15:12

1y ago15:12

15:12

Send us a Text Message. The guys talk life, media agency, and ministry updates as well as what's next for the Blackbar Podcast! Join the Blackbar Discord to keep the conversation going: http://discord.blk.bar/By Blackbar

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Jason Poling: VR Church 54:43

1y ago54:43

54:43

Send us a Text Message. The guys talk with Jason Poling, Lead Pastor of Cornerstone Church of Yuba City, about his church's VR ministry in the Metaverse. They discuss everything from connecting with digital natives and online anonymity to navigating the advantages and disadvantages of this relativity new and unreached missions field. If you'd like …

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Broken To Beloved: Healing Through Church Hurt 15:41

1+ y ago15:41

15:41

Send us a Text Message. Zach talks with Brian Lee, Enneagram Coach & Owner of Gospel-Centered Enneagram, about Broken To Beloved; a summit moving toward healing & wholeness for those that have experienced church hurt, spiritual abuse, and religious trauma. For more information or to register for the Broken To Beloved Summit, visit: https://www.brok…

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Spencer Jackson: 5 Ministry Survival Tips From An Ex-Creative Director 1:09:41

1+ y ago1:09:41

1:09:41

Send us a Text Message. Zach & Caleb talk with Spencer Jackson - Artist, Creative, & Campus Pastor - about 5 ministry survival tips that he learn from his time as Creative Director for Lifehouse Church. From the importance of creative intentionality to being prepared to take punches, Spence shares his heart about creativity and leadership. Follow S…

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Beating Ministry Burnout (feat. Brian Lee, Dan Desrosiers, & Nik Goodner) 49:32

1+ y ago49:32

49:32

Send us a Text Message. On our first episode for 2023, we tackle a topic that we feel is one of the biggest detriments to the health and the calling of those in the creative ministry. And that topic is burnout. To tackle this conversation, we've brought on our friends Dan Desrosiers (Ep. 6&7), Brian Lee (Ep. 23&24), and Nik Goodner (Ep. 59) with th…

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James Meehan: How To Survive Youth Ministry Online 29:53

2y ago29:53

29:53

Send us a Text Message. Zach talks with James Meehan, Youth Pastor and Content Creator for Life.Church's Switch Student Ministry. They discuss some of the ins and outs of digital youth ministry, how to reach students in the digital age, and the importance of being intentional about your digital strategy. Also, today's episode of the Blackbar Podcas…

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How We're Accidentally Killing the Online Church (Live at TCC) 1:01:45

2y ago1:01:45

1:01:45

Send us a Text Message. Recorded live from That Church Conference 2022, the Blackbar crew shares their first ever live keynote presentation! On this special episode, Caleb, Nick, & Zach present how digitizing your mission, getting specific, and adopting the model of digital missionaries can help churches work through the biggest hurdles that we all…

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Ben Stapley: Leading Creative Experiences 42:57

2y ago42:57

42:57

Send us a Text Message. Nick & Zach talk with Ben Stapley - a pastor, speaker, coach, content creator, producer, and all around jack of all trades. We discuss how to lead well while navigating the changing seasons of ministry, and Ben shares what he's learned on how to best oversee, train, and lead ministry teams. Also, check out the link below to …

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What To Expect When You're Expecting... To Rebrand 18:10

2y ago18:10

18:10

Send us a Text Message. Recorded in a hotel room outside of Atlanta, the guys reconnect in person to talk about their experiences in rebranding and why brand identity is important. Today's conversation was sparked by our most recent video: How Often Should Your Church Rebrand? https://youtu.be/la2fdQQg1ds Join the Blackbar Discord to keep the conve…

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