Best Worship Sound Guy Podcasts (2024)

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EP 17 | Touring vs. Church Mixing with Ben Ivey 1:03:25

4d ago1:03:25

1:03:25

We're back with another episode of The Worship Sound Guy Podcast! On this episode Johnny and Matt are chatting with Ben Ivey about mixing for touring bands versus mixing in church, how to get great tone on any system, and what REALLY happens when you mix for Jimmy Kimmel. Connect with Ben on Instagram at @BenIveyProductions Want more content? Check…

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EP 17 | Building A Thriving Volunteer Culture with Matt Glendening 54:38

11d ago54:38

54:38

We're back with another episode of The Worship Sound Guy Podcast! On this episode Johnny and Matt are chatting with the Matt Glendening about how to build a volunteer culture that THRIVES. If you lead a team at your church or serve on a team, this episodes is a must-listen! Connect with Matt on Instagram at @matt_glendening at at https://mattdoesau…

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EP 16 | Cheating At Mixing! 44:35

18d ago44:35

44:35

We're back with another episode of The Worship Sound Guy Podcast! On this episode Johnny and Matt are chatting about the best (or worst?) "cheats" that church audio engineers use. We're talking auto tune, drum samples, over-processing, and more! Make sure to rate and review on whatever podcast platform you listen on! Want more content? Check out ht…

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EP 15 | Gene Kim (Phil Wickham, Johnnyswim) 1:15:39

26d ago1:15:39

1:15:39

We're back with another episode of The Worship Sound Guy Podcast! On this episode Johnny and Matt are chatting with the Gene Kim, the front of house mixing engineer for Phil Wickham, Johnnyswim, and more! This episode is filled with great tips about how to improve your mixings skills, prioritize the right aspects of your mix, and not overcomplicate…

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EP 14 | Dave Stagl - What Matters In Mixing 1:04:59

1M ago1:04:59

1:04:59

We're back with another episode of The Worship Sound Guy Podcast! On this episode Johnny and Matt are chatting with the legendary Dave Stagl. This episode is filled with great tips about how to improve your mixings skills, level up consistency, and not overcomplicate things. Connect with Dave at https://staglsound.com or on YouTube at https://www.y…

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EP 13 | LIVE at FILO Conference - Q&A 37:17

2M ago37:17

37:17

The Worship Sound Guy podcast is coming at you live from the floor of FILO conference! On this episode we talk about our takeaways from the biggest church tech/production conference in the world, and answer your questions!Connect with Dave at https://staglsound.com or on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@goingto11Want more content? Check out http…

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EP 12 | THE RELAUNCH: Mix Balance, Coffee Tips, and a Co-Host! 46:13

2M ago46:13

46:13

Welcome back to the Worship Sound Guy Podcast! Today we're talking about how to achieve a balanced mix with Johnny and... brand new cohost Matt! It's a deep dive into extremely practical mixing techniques so get ready to learn a ton! If you want more, join the party over at https://www.worshipsoundguy.com where you can get courses, training, commun…

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Warfare: The Battle Over the Heart 22:16

2M ago22:16

22:16

By Maranatha Bible Church

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Homecoming 36:59

3M ago36:59

36:59

By Maranatha Bible Church

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Fully Satisfied 31:30

3M ago31:30

31:30

By Maranatha Bible Church

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Taste & See 33:37

3M ago33:37

33:37

By Maranatha Bible Church

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Empty 36:30

3M ago36:30

36:30

By Maranatha Bible Church

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Beauty for Ashes 33:58

3M ago33:58

33:58

By Maranatha Bible Church

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The Gospel Therapy 39:26

3M ago39:26

39:26

By Maranatha Bible Church

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Wandering Years (Lost) 37:14

3M ago37:14

37:14

By Maranatha Bible Church

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Living a Life on Mission 46:39

3M ago46:39

46:39

By Maranatha Bible Church

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Relationships: It's Complicated 29:34

3M ago29:34

29:34

By Maranatha Bible Church

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Cultivating Community 30:33

3M ago30:33

30:33

By Maranatha Bible Church

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Why The Well 32:08

3M ago32:08

32:08

By Maranatha Bible Church

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EP 11 | Practical Steps For Improving at Mixing & How To Break In To The Audio Industry 31:10

3+ y ago31:10

31:10

We're back with another episode of Ask Worship Sound Guy! On this episode Johnny is answering questions from the Instagram about practical ways to make sure your mix is improving week to week, and how to "make it" in the professional audio/church sound industry when you're just starting out. This episode is filled with great tips about how to impro…

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EP 10 | Production Theology, Leading Teams, and Unifying Vision with TJ Booij 46:02

3+ y ago46:02

46:02

It's interview time on Ask Worship Sound Guy! On this episode Johnny chats with TJ Booij about the theology of production, how to lead teams, and how to cast vision for your ministry. This is one of my favorite episodes that we've recorded so I hope you enjoy it! Want more content? Check out http://www.worshipsoundguy.com for tutorials, blogs, more…

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EP 9 | Livestream Mix Bus Processing and more! 33:34

3+ y ago33:34

33:34

Welcome to Season 2 of Ask Worship Sound Guy! On this episode Johnny is answering questions from the community about how to make your livestream mix sound better than ever before! Want more content? Check out http://www.worshipsoundguy.com for tutorials, blogs, more episodes of the podcast, training courses and more! Watch tutorials for FREE on You…

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EP 8 | Keeping Drums In Phase, Backing Tracks, and Making Your Livestream Sound "Live" 29:39

4y ago29:39

29:39

On this episode of Ask Worship Sound Guy, Johnny is answering questions from the community about Keeping Drums In Phase, Processing Backing Tracks, Making Your Livestream Sound "Live", and more! Watch tutorials for FREE on YouTube at: http://www.youtube.com/worshipsoundguy You can learn more about our training course, Sound Guy Essentials at http:/…

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EP 7 | How To Make It In The Audio Industry, Making Bad Rooms Sound Good, and Creating Space In Your Mix 51:34

4y ago51:34

51:34

It's time for a really special interview with Atlanta-based audio engineer! On this episode we're talking about how to make live sound in to a career, how to mix in challenging rooms, ways to create space in a mix, mid-side processing, disaster stories, and much more! Watch tutorials for FREE on YouTube at: http://www.youtube.com/worshipsoundguy Yo…

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EP 6 | Saving Your Hearing, How To Use Filters, and Behringer vs Midas 34:04

4y ago34:04

34:04

It's Q&A time with Johnny from Worship Sound Guy! On this episode we're talking about, how to save your hearing, using filters, X-32 vs M-32, setting up for a choir, and more! Show Links: Tracktion Waveform Free DAW: https://www.tracktion.com/products/waveform-free Sound Guy Essentials Practice Multitracks: https://learn.worshipsoundguy.com/sound-g…

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EP 5 | Gear Talk Rapid Fire With Johnny & Matt From Worship Sound Guy 35:47

4y ago35:47

35:47

It's a rapid fire round! In this podcast, Matt and Johnny (the co-founders of Worship Sound Guy) are answering rapid fire questions on topics ranging from favorite gear, to waves plugins, to secret processing tricks, and more! If you like what you hear, please consider rating, reviewing and subscribing! For more, visit http://www.worshipsoundguy.co…

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Interview with House of Worship Market Manager, Richard Gaspard from Presonus - #51 1:01:25

4y ago1:01:25

1:01:25

There's a lot going on in the world of church audio and it's not all good. Chris and Brian talk with Richard Gaspard, the House of Worship Market Manager about what he, and PreSonus are doing to help. They also talk about the night and day difference between the first PreSonus digital console and what they offer today.…

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EP 4 | Avoiding Burnout, Sparking Creativity, and Crushing Comparison w/ Freddy Castro 50:58

4y ago50:58

50:58

Ready to become more creative? Our guest this week is Freddy Castro who is an insanely gifted designer, musician, and creative from Atlanta, GA. In the podcast we're talking about how to function in the church as a creative, how to avoid burning out, ways to lead a creative team effectively, and how to spark creativity no matter what field you're i…

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EP 3 | Reopening Churches, Video Production for Sound Guys, & Creating Engaging Worship Online with Matt Borsic 40:04

4y ago40:04

40:04

On this week's episode of Ask Worship Sound Guy, we're chatting with the co-creator of Worship Sound Guy, Matt Borsic, all about when to reopen churches and what we should learn from our time away, how to navigate video production as an audio engineer, and how to create an engaging online experience through audio. If you like what you hear, please …

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EP 2 | Sounds Guys vs. Pastors, Amazing In Ear Mixes, & Waves Plugins 23:23

4y ago23:23

23:23

It's a brand new episode of the Ask Worship Sound Guy podcast! In this episode, we're taking listener questions including: "What do you do when you disagree with your Pastor or Worship Leader about the mix?", "What are some easy tricks to make in-ear mixes sound great?" and "Are Waves plugins really necessary?"In-Ear mixing advice on the Worship So…

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EP 1 | Great Livestream Mixes, Audio Engineering Degrees, and Overcoming Self-Doubt 23:49

4y ago23:49

23:49

It's the very first episode of the Ask Worship Sound Guy podcast! In this episode, we're taking listener questions including: "What makes a great sounding livestream mix?", "Are audio production/engineering degrees worth it?" and "How do you overcome self doubt when mixing?" This episode is jam-packed with actionable info and techniques, life advic…

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Interview with My Worship Minister, Jason Wetherholt - #50 35:30

4+ y ago35:30

35:30

What do you call a man so devoted to the Chicago Cubs that he named his dog, Wrigley? You call him Jason Wetherholt, Worship Minister at Greenwood Christian Church. Today, Chris Huff interviews him and he answers the question of what musicians expect from the sound tech - the answer might surprise you. Resources: Greenwood Christian Church The Wors…

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What You Should Teach Rookies Techs...But Likely Don't 44:06

5y ago44:06

44:06

Episode 45 - Back from a short hiatus, Chris and Brian talk about the topic everyone should teach their new audio techs right from the start. Unfortunately, it's a topic that's usually taught last. They also discuss the top 3 qualities a church tech leader needs but why it's often only one that gets any attention - and how that can spell disaster. …

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Are You Breaking Music Copyright Laws? Probably. 21:26

5+ y ago21:26

21:26

Episode 40 - Music copyright laws are in place to protect musicians and the original music owners. However, there are popular myths that churches have believed for years that have resulted in copyright infringement. Chris covers these myths, myths on video licensing, and what you should be doing. Reference: Your Guide to Playing Church Music and CO…

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Tips on Volunteer Recruitment and Retention 28:55

5+ y ago28:55

28:55

Episode 43: What mistakes are we making as tech team leaders? For that matter, what mistakes are we making as volunteers? In this episode, Chris interviews his wife, who has worked in a variety of leadership roles, including the volunteer coordinator at the local hospital where she oversaw 90 volunteers. Gina brings up key areas for retention as we…

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Gear Recommendations: Walking Through a Typical Church System 29:58

5+ y ago29:58

29:58

What speakers should we buy? What about the mixer? These questions are part of typical conversations Chris and Brian have had with many churches over the years. Only this time, Chris is playing the role of the pastor and Brian plays...Brian. Discover how they look at a church system, the types of questions they ask, and how you should take a new lo…

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A Theology of Church Tech Arts: Interview with Dr. Josiah Way 52:51

5+ y ago52:51

52:51

What's the purpose of technical production in the church? What about your church? Josiah Way answers this in his new book, Producing Worship: A Theology of Church Technical Arts. On today's show, Chris Huff interviews Dr. Way to talk about the basis of the book and the important aspects of church technical work that's often overlooked by tech artis…

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Reviewing the New Personal Monitoring System by Audio Fusion Systems 33:19

5+ y ago33:19

33:19

Audio Fusion Systems is a new contender to the personal monitor mixing realm and they are unlike everything else in one big way. They claim you can get pro-level wireless monitoring using software on the devices you already have. And it's unbelievably affordable and easy to use. Does their product live up to the hype? Find out as Chris Huff intervi…

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Why Low End Frequencies Can Kill Your Mix 13:20

5+ y ago13:20

13:20

Low end frequency problems can plague a mix if they aren't identified and addressed. In episode 39, Chris Huff discusses how the low end frequencies can work both positively and negatively. He also discusses how you can control excess low end both on stage and in the sound booth. Resources: Got the Low-End Frequency Blues? Audio Essentials for Chur…

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Your Production Successes in 2018 and What the Future Holds 39:47

5+ y ago39:47

39:47

It's the end of the year so Brian and Chris decided to take time to reflect on production successes of 2018 and what the future holds for Behind the Mixer in 2019. Also, they're talking about YOUR successes, but.... Here's the thing, you might want to SKIP the podcast and just read the post on the web site. We're not really sure what happened this …

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Microphones 101 and Why The Basics are Critical to Creativity 56:38

5+ y ago56:38

56:38

Don't assume there are only two different types of microphones; vocal and instrumental. Chris Huff and Brian Gowing explain how microphones are different, why they're different, and how to pick the right one for your need. They also talk about creative miking solutions for kids choirs, drums, cajons, and how microphone placement on an amplifier can…

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How to Deal with Tech Team Bullies 47:10

5+ y ago47:10

47:10

Bullies exist even in the church technical production realm and if you're dealing with one then this episode is for you. Chris Huff and Brian Gowing explore the causes of the problem, how to deal with the problem, and how the entire worship experience is affected by a tech team bully. They also discuss the biggest question to come out of the situat…

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Your Live Audio Questions Get Answered 1:00:25

5+ y ago1:00:25

1:00:25

How can I eliminate feedback? How can I get our ear-worn mic to stay on? Why do our new microphones sound so different? Chris and Brian answer these questions and others related to live audio production. They even discuss how to route channels on a Behringer X32. Related Resources: Why Your Mixer Channel Order Is Slowing You Down X32 Patching…

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BTM 034: Mercy Me, Touring Audio Engineers, and How to Take Advantage of Concerts 34:11

5+ y ago34:11

34:11

Have you ever wondered how a live audio engineer got a particular sound, when you attended a concert? Do what Brian and Chris do, just ask! In today's episode, the guys talk about how much you can learn by attending live events and listening with a critical ear. They also talk about how they talk with those engineers either before or after a concer…

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BTM 033: What’s it Like to Be Married to a Church Sound Guy 28:52

6y ago28:52

28:52

Ever notice your spouse sitting alone (without you by their side) in the congregation while you're running sound? You probably didn't see them before church because you were out the door by the time they woke up. The life of a church sound tech means you are sacrificing time from your family to serve in the audio ministry. In this episode, Chris Hu…

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BTM 032: The Guide to Portable Church AVL 41:55

6y ago41:55

41:55

Portable church audio, video, and lighting can be a beast of production work each week. Load it all in, pack it all away, and hope everything in between goes smoothly. On episode 32 of the podcast, Chris Huff and Brian Gowing discuss the biggest mistakes made in each of those areas - audio, video, and lighting, and how to overcome them. They also a…

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BTM 031: How Much Should the Music Mix Change Each Week? 59:43

6y ago59:43

59:43

Do you set the mix once for the band and never touch it again? What do you do when the skill level of the sound techs greatly varies? Chris and Brian have seen a lot of things done wrong and a lot done right regarding both questions. In this episode, they go deep as they answer these questions and even address worship leaders who think they know mo…

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BTM 030: Seven Habits of Highly Effective Sound People 30:24

6y ago30:24

30:24

Isn't running sound only about mixing and working with gear? Far from it! In a recent article, Karl Winkler discussed the seven habits (skills) every audio tech should have. In today's episode, Chris talks about Karl's article and digs into each of the seven areas. Resources: The Original 7-Habits Article Audinate: Training and Tutorials The Advant…

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BTM 029: What To Do When The Tech Team And The Band Are At Odds 47:43

6y ago47:43

47:43

ENOUGH! At some point, someone in the band angered the tech team and things haven't been the same. Maybe the animosity felt between the groups is the fault of the tech team. Whatever the reason, it's time to admit there's a problem, get through it, and get back to working toward the same goal. In this episode, Chris and Brian talk about why the Us …

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BTM 028: The Six Things No One Told Me About Church Audio 22:49

6y ago22:49

22:49

Move past the microphones and mixers and technical side of church audio production work and you'll find there's a whole lot more to learn. If you're lucky, you'll discover the six things that no one talks about - but they're so important. In this episode, Chris Huff details each of these. Out of all of them, the last one can make the difference bet…

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