Best Brian Phipps Podcasts (2024)

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Lead By Example Into the Harvest: Awaken 34:14

9h ago34:14

34:14

In this episode, Cory interviews Cayden Sommer and Sam Leichty, leaders with Awaken. Awaken is an emerging initiative with the KC Underground geared toward mobilizing young adults to live on mission and make disciples. Cayden and Sam share stories of how Jesus is currently working through them in their contexts and what they are hoping for this nex…

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Lead By Example Into the Harvest with Morgan Greer 35:46

4d ago35:46

35:46

In this episode, Brian interviews a local KC Underground Hub director, Morgan Greer. Morgan and his family helped plant Serve Community Church in 2017, but their leadership team journeyed through a paradigm shift in 2021 to pursue becoming a decentralized network of disciple-makers and microchurches that joined the KC Underground. Morgan shares how…

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Lead By Example Into the Harvest with Nick Herringshaw 35:45

13d ago35:45

35:45

In this episode Brian interviews Nick Herringshaw, a network leader in the Twin Cities area to talk about the ideas around Leading By Example Into the Harvest. Nick has been in Frogtown for the last ten years. In the shadow of the capitol, Frogtown is a mix of politicians and houseless people, and everything in between. Nick shares how Jesus called…

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Lead By Example Into the Harvest: Observation #12 34:39

19d ago34:39

34:39

In this conversation, Brian and Cory discuss the importance of leading by example into the harvest and staying engaged with the lost and broken. We emphasize the need for both ordinary believers and network leaders to actively pursue relationships with non-believers and avoid becoming too inward-focused. We also highlight the importance of staying …

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Ongoing Coaching in Disciple-Making Movements with Darryl Answer 34:19

26d ago34:19

34:19

In this episode Brian, Cory, and Darryl Answer discuss the importance of coaching ordinary people within the context of New Community, a Hub within the Kansas City Underground. Darryl shares his background and the various roles he plays, including being a coach and a hub director. We talk about the challenges of coaching, such as finding time to co…

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Ongoing Coaching in Disciple-Making Movements with Wendy McWherter 43:50

1M ago43:50

43:50

The conversation with Wendy McWherter delves into the world of coaching and disciple-making, exploring the overlap between coaching and adult learning models. Wendy shares the nine competencies of coaching and the five questions that form the backbone of a coaching conversation. The discussion emphasizes the importance of a coaching mindset and the…

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Ongoing Coaching in Disciple-Making Movements with Zachary Harrod 52:21

1M ago52:21

52:21

In this episode Cory and Brian interview Zachary Harrod. Zachary shares his journey of faith and life in Prague, discussing his involvement in American football, coaching, and church planting. The conversation delves into the challenges of discipleship in a post-Christian context and the importance of vulnerability in building relationships and sha…

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Ongoing Coaching In Disciple-Making Movements With Brian Phipps 37:18

2M ago37:18

37:18

In this episode, Cory and Brian interview Brian Phipps, director of Disciples Made and a board member of the KC Underground. Brian Phipps discusses the importance of coaching disciple-making leaders to pursue their God-given goals. He shares his own journey of shifting from a traditional model of ministry to a focus on disciple multiplication. Phip…

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Ongoing Coaching in Disciple-Making Movements With Sara Jackaway 39:41

2M ago39:41

39:41

In this episode, Brian and Cory interview Sara Jackaway, a director of the Serve Hub with KC Underground. We discuss the importance of ongoing coaching in urban disciple-making movements. Sara shares her background in counseling and church planting, highlighting the significance of caring for the whole family unit and helping individuals become ful…

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Coaching Disciple-Makers 31:12

2M ago31:12

31:12

In this conversation, Brian and Cory discuss the importance of coaching in disciple-making. We highlight the distinction between instructive coaching and disciple-making coaching, which focuses on asking open-ended questions and facilitating learning and reflection. We emphasize the value of ongoing coaching in sustaining and supporting disciple-ma…

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Build Lightweight, Agile Structures for Movement 37:32

2M ago37:32

37:32

Cory and Brian continue the conversation around creating lightweight, agile structures for ordinary people exploring multiplication. Our conversation revolves around the topic of multiplication in the context of microchurches. The main areas we explore today are launching new leaders, starting new discovery groups, and launching new microchurches. …

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#225: Senior Chapel 2024 36:59

2M ago36:59

36:59

Speaking in Pioneer Chapel are members of the Senior Class of 2024: Will Trapp ’24 Turner Royal ’24 Austin Stockton ’24 Cody Bevelhimer ’24 Episode 225 – Original Speech Date: April 25, 2024By Wabash College

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Build Lightweight Structures for Network Growth 43:00

3M ago43:00

43:00

In this episode, Brian and Rob discuss the concept of building light agile structures within organizations and microchurches. We explore the importance of flexible grammar and the need for organizations to be willing to restructure in response to emergent practices. We introduce the concept of the Lightload Leader Starfish, which emphasizes the imp…

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#224: Freshmen Chapel 2024 26:46

3M ago26:46

26:46

Speaking in Pioneer Chapel are members of the Freshmen Class of 2027: Jordan Olarewaju ’27 Zach Geleott ’27 Kyle Foster ’27 Episode 224 – Original Speech Date: April 18, 2024By Wabash College

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Build Simple, Agile Structures 32:13

3M ago32:13

32:13

In this conversation, Brian and Cory discuss observation number 10 from twofoureight.org. In this episode we talk about building simple and agile structures and tools in urban disciple making movements. We explore the idea of creating light, flexible organizational structures and teams that reflect together, innovate, and apply emergent practices. …

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#223: Dr. Bill Cook ’66 32:54

3M ago32:54

32:54

Speaking in Pioneer Chapel is Dr. Bill Cook ’66, with his talk titled: “Four Is Not Enough: Two Additions to the Wabash Mission Statement” Episode 223 – Original Speech Date: April 11, 2024By Wabash College

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Find the Few to Reach the Many: Gui Fadlalla 34:17

3M ago34:17

34:17

Cory and Brian hang with Gui Fadlalla and discuss the importance of finding the few who can reach the many in disciple-making. They share personal stories and experiences, highlighting the need for depth and soul care in the process. Gui talks about his work in using soccer as a tool for ministry and equipping coaches to be disciple-makers. The con…

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#222: Cpt. Carter Adams ’15 25:29

3M ago25:29

25:29

Speaking in Pioneer Chapel is Intelligence Officer of the Marine Corps, Captain Carter Adams ’15, with his talk titled: “Leading Effectively” Episode 222 – Original Speech Date: April 4, 2024By Wabash College

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Find the Few to Reach the Many: Haley Miller 39:24

3M ago39:24

39:24

Haley Miller and Cory Ozbun discuss the work of Zero Hour, the student arm of Kansas City Underground, in equipping high school students to live as disciple-makers in their schools. They emphasize the importance of focusing on the few to reach the many and the need for students to have a team and mentor to support them in their mission. They also h…

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#221: President Scott E. Feller 25:06

3M ago25:06

25:06

Speaking in Pioneer Chapel is 17th President of Wabash College, Dr. Scott Feller, with his talk titled: “Rivals” Episode 221 – Original Speech Date: March 28, 2024By Wabash College

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Find the Few to Reach the Many 35:18

4M ago35:18

35:18

Cory and Brian introduce the topic of focusing on the few to reach the many in the context of urban movements and everyday life. It emphasizes the importance of thinking strategically in urban contexts due to their complexity and the need to find the few who can replicate and reach others. The conversation also highlights the role of catalyzers and…

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#220: Jamie Sweet Douglas 21:31

4M ago21:31

21:31

Speaking in Pioneer Chapel is Director of the Counseling Center at Wabash, Jamie Douglas, with her talk titled: “Men’s Mental Health Matters” Episode 220 – Original Speech Date: March 21, 2024By Wabash College

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Mobilize the Existing Church with Pete Kirwan 35:32

4M ago35:32

35:32

Summary This conversation explores the topic of urban disciple-making movements and how to mobilize the local church. The guest, Pete Kirwan, shares his role at New City, a church in Kansas City, and how they have adapted traditional church models to focus on decentralized, full-week adaptable gathering place disciple-making structures. The convers…

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#219: Jim Amidon '87 23:54

4M ago23:54

23:54

Speaking in Pioneer Chapel is Director of Strategic Communications and President’s Chief of Staff, Jim Amidon, Wabash class of 1987, with his talk titled: “Oh, the Places You’ll Go” Episode 219 – Original Speech Date: March 14, 2024By Wabash College

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Mobilizing The Existing Church with Roy Moran 42:14

4M ago42:14

42:14

In this conversation, Roy Moran discusses the topic of mobilizing the existing church to make disciples. He is described as a disruptor who helps people think differently and disrupts their practices. The concept of hybrid church is introduced, which involves inviting friends to discover the Bible together and create biblically flourishing communit…

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#218: Dr. Rick Warner H'13 36:26

4M ago36:26

36:26

Speaking in Pioneer Chapel is Associate Professor of History and Department Chair, Dr. Rick Warner, honorary Wabash alumnus class of 2013, with his talk titled: “Wabash in War and Peace” Episode 218 – Original Speech Date: February 29, 2024By Wabash College

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Mobilizing the Existing Church with Marko Pretorius 45:06

4M ago45:06

45:06

In this episode, Brian and Cory interview Marko Pretorius. Marko is on staff at a predominant model church in South Africa, but has been given the freedom to explore disciple-making principles within that structure that would lead to movement. He brings up some important points that lead pastors within the predominant system might consider as they …

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Mobilize the Existing Church: Suz Ozbun 35:26

4M ago35:26

35:26

In this episode, Brian and Cory interview Suz Ozbun. Suz is a local family doctor and perhaps more importantly, puts up with Cory. Suz shares her own journey and how she is currently putting into practice disciple-making principles in her context. "I wasn't the professional or the pastor, but I see my role as a missionary now."…

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#217: Dr. Brian Tucker ’98 25:05

5M ago25:05

25:05

Speaking in Pioneer Chapel is Professor of German and division chair, Dr. Brian Tucker, Wabash class of 1998, with his talk titled: “Of Boys’ Schools and Men’s Colleges: Some Thoughts on Wabash’s Mission in the 21st Century” Episode 217 – Original Speech Date: February 22, 2024By Wabash College

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Mobilizing The Existing Church 31:37

5M ago31:37

31:37

Summary This conversation explores the topic of mobilizing the existing church for disciple-making. We delve into the observation that urban churches must refocus on disciple-making and engaging the lost. The conversation explores the definition of disciple-making and the need for paradigm shifts in existing church structures. We emphasize the impo…

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#216: Josh Bleisch ’16 13:27

5M ago13:27

13:27

Speaking in Pioneer Chapel is First Amendment lawyer Josh Bleisch, Wabash class of 2016, with his talk titled: “Honoring the Gentleman’s Rule in Today’s Dialogue” Episode 216 – Original Speech Date: February 15, 2024By Wabash College

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Prioritize Inside Leaders With Tyler Dipprey 44:52

5M ago44:52

44:52

Tyler Dipprey shares his journey of transitioning from a mega church to a decentralized network of house churches focused on disciple making movements. He emphasizes the importance of inside leadership and the difference between conversion and disciple making. Tyler also discusses the challenges and rewards of long-term disciple making and the qual…

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The Church Loves Kansas City 24:46

5M ago24:46

24:46

In this conversation, Brian, Cory, and Gary Kendall discuss the importance of collaboration and unity within the church to reach and impact a city. We highlight the need for a citywide vision and the role of prayer, compassion, evangelism, Bible engagement, and multiplication in achieving gospel saturation. We also discuss the collaborative respons…

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#215: MXIBS Students 2024 27:54

5M ago27:54

27:54

Speaking in Pioneer Chapel are members of the Malcolm X Institute of Black Studies Bradley Harrington ’24, Declan Chhay-Vickers ’26, Vaughn Dieter Taylor ’25, and Jordan Thomas ’24, with their talk titled: “What Does the MXI Mean to You?” Episode 215 – Original Speech Date: February 8, 2024By Wabash College

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Prioritize Insider Leaders with Norris Williams 39:35

5M ago39:35

39:35

In this conversation, Brian and Norris Williams discuss the importance of empowering insider leaders in disciple making movements. Norris shares his background and how he got involved in disciple making movement principles. He emphasizes the need to listen to God and have a posture of humility when entering new places. Norris also highlights the im…

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#214: Artie Equihua ’20 17:50

5M ago17:50

17:50

Speaking in Pioneer Chapel is former captain of the Little Giant Football Team, Artie Equihua, Wabash class of 2020, with his talk titled: “Creating Your Ideal Self” Episode 214 – Original Speech Date: February 1, 2024By Wabash College

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Prioritize Inside Leaders 34:25

5M ago34:25

34:25

In this conversation, Brian and Cory discuss the importance of prioritizing inside leaders in urban disciple making movements. They highlight the complexity of cities, which are made up of millions of cultures and subcultures. They emphasize the need to find and raise up leaders who belong to these various subcultures and can effectively reach thei…

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#213: Cpt. Houston Mills ’85 49:20

5M ago49:20

49:20

Speaking in Pioneer Chapel is President of Flight Operations and Safety at UPS, Captain Houston Mills, Wabash class of 1985, with his talk titled: “No One Breaks the Sound Barrier Alone – A Road Map to Success and Significance” Episode 213 – Original Speech Date: January 25, 2024By Wabash College

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Developing Servant Hearted Leaders: Zach Duke 35:36

6M ago35:36

35:36

In this conversation, Zach Duke shares his journey of faith and leadership development. He emphasizes the importance of modeling servant-hearted leadership and passing on the ministry to others. Zach highlights the need for leaders to prioritize intimacy with Jesus and trust in His goodness. He also discusses the tension between organic and intenti…

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#212: Dr. Rick Warner H’13 20:51

6M ago20:51

20:51

Speaking in Pioneer Chapel is Associate Professor of History and Department Chair, Dr. Rick Warner, honorary Wabash alumnus class of 2013, with his talk titled: “WAF Today” Episode 212 – Original Speech Date: January 18, 2024By Wabash College

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Develop Servant Hearted Leaders Who Replicate: Hudson 36:01

6M ago36:01

36:01

In this episode, Cory, Brian, and Hudson discuss servant-hearted leadership in the context of Share the Hope, a ministry in Kansas City. Hudson shares his background, including his transformation from a criminal lifestyle to a follower of Christ. He talks about his journey of becoming a leader in Share the Hope. Hudson emphasizes the need for leade…

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Develop Servant Hearted Leaders Who Replicate 38:43

6M ago38:43

38:43

Cory and Brian introduce observation number six: Develop Servant Hearted Leaders Who Replicate. The strategy that Two Four Eight suggests in light of this observation is that urban disciple-makers should prioritize developing leaders like Jesus. While this seems obvious, we often miss the target on how we actually develop leaders.…

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Invest One-On-One in Disciple-making Relationships That Multiply: Cynthia Anderson 37:39

6M ago37:39

37:39

In this episode, Cory interviews Cynthia Anderson. Cynthia has been a global catalyst for disciple-making movements for multiple decades. She is a deep well of wisdom for those pursuing movements of disciple-making. We dig a little deeper in the idea of investing in one-on-one disciple-making relationships that multiply by exploring the question of…

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Invest One-On-One in Disciple-making Relationships That Multiply: Michael Sherwin 44:20

7M ago44:20

44:20

Cory and Brian interview Michael Sherwin of Two Four Eight. Michael was a primary driver behind the study of global movements and the process of discerning the common insights among these disciple-making networks in urban contexts. We wanted to have Michael back to explore more deeply this particular topic of "one-on-one vs. group disciple-making."…

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Invest, One-On-One in Disciple-making Relationships That Multiply 29:49

7M ago29:49

29:49

Cory and Brian introduce Observation #5 from Two Four Eight's research on disciple-making in urban contexts: Invest, One-On-One in Disciple-making Relationships That Multiply. This is an interesting topic as we are strong proponents of group disciple-making and coaching. We explore this observation and what it can teach us as we seek to make discip…

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Long-Term Disciple Making in Urban Contexts - Lee Wood 37:30

7M ago37:30

37:30

Cory and Brian interview Lee Wood, a global disciple-making catalyst. Lee has been committed to launching and sustaining disciple-making movements since 2013. He's done this in the context of Tampa, Florida, and in many global cities as well. Lee shares insights he's discovered in these diverse contexts and how they support the everyday leader.…

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#211: Jason Anderson 14:43

7M ago14:43

14:43

Speaking in Pioneer Chapel is dining room executive chef Jason Anderson, with his talk titled: “A Call to Serve” Episode 211 – Original Speech Date: December 7, 2023By Wabash College

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Long-Term Disciple-Making in Urban Contexts - Danielle Best 43:37

7M ago43:37

43:37

Cory and Brian interview Danielle Best, a disciple-making leader in New York City. In the previous episode, we began to explore the observation made by Two Four Eight that in urban movements, a potential strategy is to invest heavily, intentionally, and long-term into those they disciple. Danielle and her family have leaned into the realities and c…

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#210: Dr. David Blix ’70 29:46

7M ago29:46

29:46

This week’s episode features a 2012 speech by Associate Professor of Religion, Dr. David Blix ’70, with his talk titled: “To Dig and To Love Your Home” Episode 210 – Original Speech Date: August 30, 2012By Wabash College

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Long-Term Disciple-Making in Urban Contexts 34:56

8M ago34:56

34:56

Cory and Brian set up the fourth observation from the Two Four Eight research on disciple-making movements in Urban Contexts. The fourth observation states that "Urban disciple-makers should seek to invest heavily, intentionally, and long-term into those that they disciple." "Let's not equate disciple-making with conversion.…

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