Best Matt Brower Podcasts (2024)

1
"Diversity and Cultural Engagement" w/ Dr. Major Boglin and Rev. Andrew Fiser 40:01

1h ago40:01

40:01

Over the next few weeks, you're invited to journey to the Horizon with Rev. Daniel Hawkins as he sits down with the leadership of the new Horizon Texas Conference. This week, we hear from the Director of Diversity and Cultural Engagement, Dr. Major Boglin, and the Associate Director, Rev. Andrew Fiser.…

1
C/C/M Podcast Episode #140: Kody Okamoto 1:24:20

12m ago1:24:20

1:24:20

This week I am joined by KODY OKAMOTO, the creator of the great webcomic KEEPING TIME! Listen in as we chat about the band MOON TOOTH, Kody's approach to depicting the early 2000's, the origins of KEEPING TIME, and ALL the social media questions! Check out KEEPING TIME here: https://www.keepingtimecomic.com/ Kody's Socials Twitter: ⁠https://x.com/k…

1
Ep 20 Re-Release "UTA & UT Wesleys" 42:53

1d ago42:53

42:53

School is starting for our children and youth and our college students are getting ready to head back to campus. We are revisiting an episode from this time last year when Daniel visits with Two of our Wesley Executive Directors Rev. Marcus Jones from UTA and Rev. David McMinn from UT about their college ministries and how churches can best re-acce…

1
"Project Transformation" w/ Elizabeth Sin, London Shannon, and Lynne Rhodes 38:00

8d ago38:00

38:00

As summer is wrapping up and everyone is getting back to school, our friends Lynne Rhodes, Elizabeth Sin, and London Shannon from Project Transformation tell us about all the exciting things that happened this summer at their various churches and how your church can get more involved next summer with Project Transformation. To learn more, you can v…

1
"Student Voices: How Churches can Help" with Nicolas, Bella, and Addisen 34:51

14d ago34:51

34:51

As we continue to prepare for our Back-to-School ministries, we as POD Strangely Warmed thought it would be a good idea to hear from some of our very own students about what they are anticipating for the upcoming school year and how they would like churches to come alongside and help them throughout the school year. Rev. Daniel Hawkins is joined by…

1
C/C/M Podcast Episode #139: Tom Fowler 2:25:06

18d ago2:25:06

2:25:06

This week I'm joined Artist TOM FOWLER (Gamemasters, Quantum and Woody, Dungeon and Dragons and Doodles), we have a big ol' chat about prog rock, fancy paper, the origins of his new book with Fred Van Lente GAMEMASTERS: The Comic Book History of Role Playing Games, and a very...unique find in his old art cabinet! Check out GAMEMASTERS: https://www.…

1
“Church and School Partnerships” with Matt Ford & Rev. Melissa McDuffee 36:50

19d ago36:50

36:50

As we get closer to the school year starting our churches are planning ways to encourage and champion our children and youth. Rev. Daniel Hawkins sits down with Rev. Melissa McDuffee, from FUMC Cleburne, who has partnered with Matt Ford, the Principal at an elementary school in Cleburne, to learn how they have come together to better serve the stud…

1
C/C/M Podcast Episode #138: Fell Hound 1:23:08

25d ago1:23:08

1:23:08

This week I'm joined Artist/Writer FELL HOUND (S.I.R., Commander Rao, And We Love You), We chat about the origins of her new romance/drama/motorcycle jousting book S.I.R. from BOOM STUDIOS, her developing art style , a ton of q's from social media, and a bunch more! Check out Fell Hound: https://www.fellhoundart.com/ Fell Hound's Socials Twitter: ⁠…

1
Rev. Daniel Hawkins at the 2024 South Central Jurisdictional Conference 23:52

28d ago23:52

23:52

This week were back on the road at the 2024 South Central Jurisdictional Conference. Rev. Daniel Hawkins gets Rev. Edlen Cowley and Rev. Philip Rhodes reactions about the ratification of the Horizon Texas Conference and how were building something great for the future. Rev. Ramon Smith gives us a recap of his LED Talk he gave Thursday, and Rev. Tod…

1
"New Clergy Appointments" w/ Rev. Johnny Brower and Rev. Ramiro Rodriguez 38:01

1M ago38:01

38:01

We're back in the POD Strangely Warmed studio this week and since Annual Conference many pastors have been on the move to their next appointments. Rev. Daniel Hawkins interrupts Rev. Ramiro Rodriguez while working on his first sermon for his new church and steals Rev. Johnny Brower from unpacking boxes to sit down and visit about what it means to b…

1
C/C/M Podcast Episode #137: Marie Enger 1:29:15

1M ago1:29:15

1:29:15

This week I'm joined Artist MARIE ENGER (Upcoming: DEATH TO THE WIZARD KINGS, FEN, FHTAGN AND LOATHING, THE BONES OF THIS PLACE), We chat about Nightwish, Fancy coffee makers, art style evolutions, b-stock books and a whole bunch more! Check out Marie's Website Here: https://www.so-engery.com/ Marie's Socials Twitter: https://twitter.com/so_engery …

1
"Theological Aphasia" w/ Rev. Michael Gienger 21:08

1M ago21:08

21:08

Welcome back for Part 2! Last week Rev. Michael Gienger, our Conference teacher from AC24, joined Rev. Daniel Hawkins to dive deeper into what all is happening at Galveston Central Church. This week Daniel finds out he could be an occupational therapist while Michael tells us about the work his wife is doing and how it could relate to the way we co…

1
C/C/M Podcast Episode #136: Xander Arnot and Andrew Leamon 1:34:56

2M ago1:34:56

1:34:56

This week I'm joined XANDER ARNOT and ANDREW LEAMON, the creative team behind the stellar comics CAMERAMAN! we chat the creation of the book, how their collaboration works, their individual work processes, and a bunch more! Link to the CAMERAMAN Campaign⁠: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/xanderflicks/camera-man-1 Xanders YouTube Channel: https…

1
“Galveston Central Church” w/ Rev. Michael Gienger 34:49

2M ago34:49

34:49

Another episode from our Central Texas Annual Conference, Rev. Daniel Hawkins caught up with Rev. Michael Gienger, our Conference Teacher, after his presentation to learn more about the good work happening at Galveston Central Church. To see both presentations from Rev. Gienger you can visit ctcumc.org/ac24-meeting-videos Join us next week where Da…

1
Episode 58-A New Era: Integrating Ancient Medicine with Talk Therapy 47:53

2M ago47:53

47:53

This episode´s guest has an incredible story of impact in the mental health space. After receiving his Doctorate degree in Psychology, Brett Donnelly co-founded Acacia Counseling & Wellness which provides counseling services to college students across the country. Acacia was courted by a strategic buyer and sold, 7 years from inception, to Mindpath…

1
C/C/M Podcast Episode #135: JP Ahonen 1:27:30

2M ago1:27:30

1:27:30

This week I'm joined by JP AHONEN, the writer/artist behind the hilariovs comic, Belzebubs! We talk the newly release 2nd Volume, NO REST FOR THE WICKED, EVERGREY, some chat about the upcoming BELZEBUBS animated series, and a bunch more! Check out ⁠⁠BELZBUBS VOL. 2 HERE⁠: https://www.topshelfcomix.com/catalog/belzebubs-vol-2-no-rest-for-the-wicked/…

1
Rev. Daniel Hawkins at the 2024 Central Texas Annual Conference 25:31

2M ago25:31

25:31

We’re Back in our Central Texas Conference! All the way down in Round Rock for our 2024 Annual Conference! Rev. Daniel Hawkins visits with some pastors that are originally from our soon to be unified conferences about what they’re looking forward to in the new Horizon Texas Conference. Rev. David Johnson tells us how he started his ministry in the …

1
C/C/M Podcast Episode #134: Balazs Lorinczi 1:29:10

2M ago1:29:10

1:29:10

This week I'm joined by BALAZS LORINCZI, the writer/artist behind the amazing new Jazz Playing Werewolf Band RomCom Graphic Novel WOLFPITCH! We chat the origins of the book, bass guitars, making color choices for the book, and a whole bunch more!Check out ⁠Wolfpitch HERELinks to Balazs Socials/Website HERECOMICS-COFFEE-METAL is hosted by DON CARDEN…

1
C/C/M Podcast Episode #133: Rich Douek and Gavin Smith 1:15:10

2M ago1:15:10

1:15:10

This week I'm joined by the epic duo of GAVIN SMITH (Dead Legends, TMNT) and RICH DOUEK (Drive Like Hell, Wailing Blade) who chat about the debut issue of their new Dark Horse Comic HEARTPIERCER! Check out Heartpiercer! Website: Rich - https://linktr.ee/rdouekGavin - https://t.co/YZTpNmiCnLCOMICS-COFFEE-METAL is hosted by DON CARDENASTwitter: https…

1
Rev. Daniel Hawkins visits the 2024 North Texas Annual Conference 30:39

2M ago30:39

30:39

With the 2024 Central Texas Annual Conference just around the corner, we at POD Strangely Warmed thought we would drop our next episode early. Rev. Daniel Hawkins visits the North Texas 2024 Annual Conference and Catches up with some old friends of the POD and makes some NEW friends from North Texas. Since the Horizon Texas Conference is just on th…

1
"Freedom Meal" w/ Rev. Dr. Alfie Wines and Rev. Kristin Warthen 39:11

2M ago39:11

39:11

Coming up on July 1st is the Freedom Meal! Nestled between Juneteenth and July 4th, the Inaugural Freedom Meal sets in motion a powerful annual observance that both honors and contemplates the full expanse of American history. Two of the Freedom Meal Committee members Rev. Dr. Alfie Wines and Rev. Kristin Warthen join Rev. Daniel Hawkins to talk ab…

1
"It's Okay to Fail" w/ Rev. Lance Marshall 35:12

3M ago35:12

35:12

Back in 2014 Rev. Daniel Hawkins and Rev. Lance Marshall were working hard to try and have successful satellite campuses for the churches they were working at. In this episode of POD Strangely Warmed they talk about their shared experiences in failure with those church start-ups and how they grew in their ministry since then to be the church leader…

1
"Glen Lake Camp" w/ Bradley Luna and Cassidy Barrett 31:04

3M ago31:04

31:04

Summer is coming and with that comes our favorite place to spend the summer, Glen Lake Camp! This week Rev. Daniel Hawkins sits down with Glen Lake's Program Assistant, Cassidy Barrett and camp intern Bradley Luna to hear all about why camp is their favorite place to be and how its helped shaped their faith. If you're looking for a way to champion …

1
Episode 57-The Business of Holding Space for You 58:42

3M ago58:42

58:42

Have you ever heard the term “holding space for someone”? In a nutshell, it means to actively listen without judgment. That is the foundation for the company, Sholder, which is short for “Space Holder.” Rett Kearbey, Co-Founder of the company, speaks with Matt about an essential need in the human psyche that he envisions being within reach for ever…

1
"Wesley Bros Comics" w/ Rev. Charlie Baber 28:15

3M ago28:15

28:15

While at General Conference 2020 (in 2024) Rev. Daniel Hawkins got to sit down with Rev. Charlie Baber, creator, author, and artist of Wesley Bros Comics. Charlie shares with us how he started drawing the Wesley Bros, some of his favorite comic strips and inside jokes, as well as the inspiration behind his new book "Incompatible: How the Church Cas…

1
"Reflections on GC 2020 (in 2024)" w/ Rev. Edlen Cowley & Rev. Philip Rhodes 20:33

3M ago20:33

20:33

General Conference 2020 (in 2024) is finally over, after 2 weeks of committee meetings and delegation Rev. Daniel Hawkins meets up with Rev. Edlen Cowley and Rev. Philip Rhodes, members of delegation for the North and Central Texas Conferences of the UMC. Back in episode 49 they spoke about their hopes and aspirations for the upcoming General Confe…

1
Rev. Daniel Hawkins Explores the Exhibit Hall at GC 2020-in-24 29:35

4M ago29:35

29:35

As we wrapped up our first week at General Conference 2020 (in 2024) Rev. Daniel Hawkins decided to explore the UMC Exhibit Hall where the real Methodist story comes to life. We run into some old friends of the podcast and made a few new ones along the way! Stay to the end to hear Bishop Ruben Saenz Jr. talk about his experiences at General Confere…

1
C/C/M Podcast Episode #132: Lesly Julien 1:03:47

4M ago1:03:47

1:03:47

This week I'm joined by the talented LESLY JULIEN who returns to the the show to chat about the second issue of his fantastic Barbarian turned Wizard book SAVAGE WIZARD! Back SAVAGE WIZARD here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/leswrite/savage-wizard-1-2Follow Lesly Here:Twitter: https://twitter.com/LesWriteInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/…

1
Mini Pod at GC2020 in 24 w/ Rev. Mary Spradlin 5:37

4M ago5:37

5:37

Yesterday the POD Strangely Warmed Crew found Daniel in Charlotte North Carolina at General Conference 2020 in 24. Daniel was chatting with Rev. Mary Spradlin about what to expect this week and what it’s like to worship with United Methodists around the world. So, we recorded it so yall can stay in the loop as well. This is just a mini-POD this wee…

1
"GC2020 in 2024 Newbies" w/ Rev. Ramon Smith and Shandon Klein 38:19

4M ago38:19

38:19

This week on Pod Strangely Warmed Rev. Daniel Hawkins is joined by Rev. Ramon Smith from Saginaw UMC and Shandon Klein from FUMC Richardson, all three are new delegates preparing for the upcoming General Conference 2020 in 2024. Shandon and Ramon's decision to become delegates was influenced by watching the 2019 General Conference Special Session a…

1
C/C/M Podcast Episode #131: David Ebeltoft / Jordan Hart 1:57:26

4M ago1:57:26

1:57:26

This week I am joined by writers and creators of the new Image Comic's series THE CABINET, David Ebeltoft and Jordan Hart! Awesome dudes who can write one hell of a book! Check it! Additionally I check out some great coffee from RUSTY DOG COFFEE, great new LP's by AMARANTHE and LODESTAR, and a fun new comics series by Alex Osbourne and Hugio A.R.T.…

1
"Whats Happening at General Conference 2020 in 2024: Part 3" Rev. Edlen Cowley and Rev. Philip Rhodes 32:38

4M ago32:38

32:38

This week on the podcast, Rev. Daniel Hawkins is joined by Rev. Edlen Cowley and Rev. Philip Rhodes, members of delegation for the North and Central Texas Conferences of the UMC. They reflect on past jurisdictional conferences marked by a spirit of unity and hope, which they wish will carry over into General Conference 2020 in 2024. Edlen gives us …

1
Episode 56-Connecting the Head and Heart for Your Highest Potential 52:01

5M ago52:01

52:01

Our guest on this episode has built her career by beautifully blending organizational psychology, cutting-edge business strategies, innate leadership, and a passion for the mind-body-spirit connection that ties everything together. A great example of the apex of these talents coming together was in the medical industry just as the pandemic hit. It …

1
"Best, Worst, Or Weirdest Moments In Ministry" re-release 57:55

5M ago57:55

57:55

It’s the week after Easter, Daniel and the POD Strangely Warmed crew are taking a week of sabbath to rest and rejuvenate. We'll be back next week with a new episode, but for now enjoy a re-release of our Best Worst or Weirdest moments in ministry from season 1 of the podcast. We take a look back again with some of our guests and ask them to reminis…

1
"Holy Week Draft" with Dustin Kaps, Rev. Kyland Dobbins, and Rev. Christie Robbins 38:26

5M ago38:26

38:26

We are here in the middle of Holy Week, the week in which where we experience the power of the entirety of Jesus's last days on earth. To Celebrate Holy week, we are doing what we always do when we have a monumental event on Pod Strangely Warmed, we have a Draft! This week Daniel is joined by Rev. Kyland Dobbins, Rev. Christie Robbins and Producer …

1
Episode 55-The Art of Mindful Collaboration 53:06

5M ago53:06

53:06

“You can have everything in life you want, if you just help others get what they want first.” Michael Graziano paraphrasing the late author, motivational speaker, and sales professional, Zig Ziglar. Michael Graziano made it his mission to travel to every country in the United Nations and in so doing became one of the youngest people to visit all 19…

1
"Whats Happening at General Conference 2020 in 2024: Part 2" w/ Rev. Dr. Tim Bruster, and Kelly Carpenter 33:51

5M ago33:51

33:51

This week on the podcast, Rev. Daniel Hawkins is joined by Kelly Carpenter and Rev. Dr. Tim Bruster, lay and clergy heads of delegation for the North Texas and Central Texas Conferences of the UMC. Drawing from their significant experience, Kelly and Tim share their perspectives on the upcoming General Conference, offering listeners a glimpse into …

1
C/C/M Podcast Episode #130: Heather Antos / Michele Abounader 29:55

5M ago29:55

29:55

This week I have returning guests HEATHER ANTOS (Editor-IDW, MARVEL) and MICHELE ABOUNADER (Sharp Wit and the Company of Women, The Color Of Always) jump on to discuss the LGBTQIA+ Charity Comic Anthology, WHEN I WAS YOUNG (all profits going to the Trevor Project), as well as the landscape of crowdfunding, trying to bully Michele into making a news…

1
"Whats Happening at General Conference 2020 in 2024: Part 1" w/ Rev. Dr. Clayton Oliphint & Kim Simpson 34:33

5M ago34:33

34:33

This week on the podcast, Rev. Daniel Hawkins is joined by Kim Simpson and Rev. Clayton Oliphint, lay and clergy heads of delegation for the Central Texas and North Texas Conferences of the UMC. In this episode, they begin our thoughtful exploration of the major themes and pivotal discussions set to shape the upcoming General Conference and the fut…

1
"Pursue and Embrace Diversity" w/ Rev. Stan Copeland 35:50

6M ago35:50

35:50

This week on POD Strangely Warmed Rev. Daniel Hawkins sits down with Rev. Stan Copeland from Lovers Lane UMC from the North Texas Conference. We realize the irony in having two white men talking about Embracing Diversity, but Rev. Copeland tells us about the many services and different groups of people that call Lovers Lane UMC their home and how t…

1
C/C/M Podcast Episode #129: Phil Hester 1:42:08

6M ago1:42:08

1:42:08

This week I am joined by modern master Phil Hester (The Wretch, The Anchor, Mythic, Green Arrow, Irredeemable Ant-Man)! We chat about original art collecting, Industrial Metal, the indie boom of the 80's, why the industry should listen to Phil about new artists, questions from social media, and much more! Also, I finally get back to some intros and…

1
"Loving, Just & Free: Free for All" w/ Rev. Erin Sloan Jackson and Rev. Melissa McDuffee 29:55

6M ago29:55

29:55

We are 3 weeks into lent, so POD Strangely Warmed is doing a new Lenten devotional authored by Rev. Erin Sloan Jackson. When Erin heard our new vision statement, she realized there was a lot to unpack so she wrote a six week Wesleyan study perfect for lent based around our vision for the church of 2050. This week she and Rev. Daniel Hawkins are joi…

1
"Loving, Just & Free: Seeking Justice" w/ Rev. Erin Sloan Jackson and Rev. Barbara Dunlap 33:04

6M ago33:04

33:04

We are a week into lent, so POD Strangely Warmed has started a new Lenten devotional authored by Rev. Erin Sloan Jackson. When Erin heard our new vision statement, she realized there was a lot to unpack so she wrote a six week Wesleyan study perfect for lent based around our vision for the church of 2050. This week she and Rev. Daniel Hawkins are j…

1
C/C/M Podcast Episode #128: Dave Jordan 1:50:08

6M ago1:50:08

1:50:08

Dave Jordan returns to the podcast to chat about his awesome pedal company, NON-HUMAN AUDIO, and we go in about his journey to making pedals, why having lots of guitars is cool, some questions from social media and a whole bunch more!Follow Dave Here:https://www.nonhumanaudio.com/Twitter:⁠⁠https://twitter.com/thatdavejordanInstagram:⁠⁠https://insta…

1
"Loving, Just & Free: What is Love?" w/ Rev. Erin Sloan Jackson & Rev. Joy Dister-Dominguez 33:03

6M ago33:03

33:03

Lent is just around the corner, so POD Strangely Warmed is kicking off a new Lenten devotional authored by Rev. Erin Sloan Jackson. When Erin heard our new vision statement, she realized there was a lot to unpack so she wrote a six week Wesleyan study perfect for lent based around our vision for the church of 2050. This week she and Rev. Daniel Haw…

1
"The Big Game" Rev. Daniel Hawkins, Rev. Matt Ybanez, Rev. Anne-Marie Berg, and Dustin Kaps 37:46

7M ago37:46

37:46

Rev. Daniel Hawkins and Rev. Matt Ybanez are gearing up for the "Big Game" Rev. Anne-Marie Berg is excited for Taylor Swift, and editor Dustin Kaps really isn't sure why he's on camera, but inorder to prepare for whats happening Sunday evening they're going to draft pick their ideal foods, drinks, and company to watch with. Who do you think has the…

1
C/C/M Podcast Episode #127: Scott Bryan Wilson 1:21:57

7M ago1:21:57

1:21:57

This week I am joined by Writer SCOTT BRYAN WILSON (TRVE KVLT, PENNYWORTH, KILL MORE)! Join us as we chat about Dungeon Synth, making comics, Scott's work and approach to his new book KILL MORE, and a bunch more!Follow Scott Here:www.scottbryanwilson.comTwitter:⁠https://twitter.com/scottbrwilsonInstagram:⁠https://instagram.com/scottbrwilsonCOMICS-C…

1
Episode 54-A Conscious Paradigm Shift in How Leaders Think About Their Business 44:04

7M ago44:04

44:04

How do you define “success?” Attaining a desired outcome that you have worked hard for? Does that success bring you fulfillment? What if you still have a feeling of emptiness? Finnian Kelly, a successful multi-million dollar entrepreneur and now keynote speaker, author and transformational coach explores this very topic with Matt. Drawing from Finn…

1
"Best, Worst, or Weirdest Moments in Ministry" 57:09

7M ago57:09

57:09

As we wrap up our first season of POD Strangely Warmed, we take a look back with some of our guests and ask them to reminisce with us about their BEST, WORST, or WEIRDEST moments in their ministry and some of them gave us stories for all 3. Here are most of our favorites!By Central Texas Conference & Rev. Daniel Hawkins

1
C/C/M Podcast Episode #126: Nelson Blake II 1:48:56

7M ago1:48:56

1:48:56

This week I am joined by Artist/Musician NELSON BLAKE II (BYTE-SIZED, THE DARKNESS, VARIOUS MARVEL/DC, LOCKED IN A VACANCY)! We have an in depth chat about Nelson's passion for guitar, working with Marc Silvestri at TOP COW, his journey back to LOCKED IN A VACANCY and making their killer new EP, and of course, a ton of gear chat!Locked In A Vacancy…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Matt Brower Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide