Best David Sommers Productions Podcasts (2024)

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 141 072524 29:30

27d ago29:30

29:30

Here comes a great big update on Goodson's sore foot, how it's healing and what could be next. Plus how Chord Buddy inventor Travis Perry's shoulder surgery is coming along and his impending hip replacement surgery. Oh, and Bradi got a dog!By David Sommers Productions

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 140 041124 27:21

1M ago27:21

27:21

This week we get an update on Travis' shoulder surgery and the news about Goodson's big toe on his right foot which also required surgery. And we spend a few minutes talking about Chord Buddy.By David Sommers Productions

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Church on Trial 23:38

2M ago23:38

23:38

By Phil Cooke

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 139 062024 21:53

2M ago21:53

21:53

We get a major update on Travis' major shoulder surgery; and there's good news and not so good news on the recovery period. And Bradi and her special guest Gauge dropped in to light up the room!By David Sommers Productions

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Public Speaking: Tips for Leading a Short Devotional 14:03

2M ago14:03

14:03

Have you been asked to present a short motivational speech or inspirational devotional before an event? Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com offers five tips to make it memorable! Opening a conference or gathering is an honor. It can be a powerful catalyst for both the audience and your career. Get my FREE DOWNLOAD and transform your creative leadershi…

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 138 060624 22:33

3M ago22:33

22:33

We remember June 6th, D-Day, and so many young boys became men in an instant and stormed the beaches in Normandy, France in 1944. Plus and update on the Perry family's trip to Destin over the weekend. And an update on Travis' impending shoulder surgery.By David Sommers Productions

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3 Types of Bad Bosses and How to Deal with Them 19:24

2M ago19:24

19:24

Dealing with a bad boss can make your workplace feel like a battleground. If you’re trying to survive a toxic work environment, Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com offers creative and positive ways to deal with the Micromanaging Boss, the Inconsiderate Boss, and the Unsupportive Manager. Bonus: Phil shares 5 tips to survive a difficult boss! Get my FR…

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 137 053024 26:11

3M ago26:11

26:11

As the weather warms up, Travis, Bradi and the family are thinking about golf. Travis will even have a special designation for the Future Masters tournament this year. And we got an update on Travis' recent MRI on his shoulder.By David Sommers Productions

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 136 051624 24:16

3M ago24:16

24:16

After a 2 week hiatus, the Chord Buddy Podcast is back with updates on Travis' Health, food, a hot newcomer coming to town for a show and Mothers Day.By David Sommers Productions

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Public Speaking Tips: 6 Tools to Help You Get Hired as a Speaker 18:46

3M ago18:46

18:46

Accelerate your career! Becoming a skilled public speaker can open doors and advance your career quickly as you position yourself as an expert. If you’re serious about speaking, Phil Cooke’s https://philcooke.com list of six tools that a conference planner needs can help you get hired as a speaker. The easier you make it for the people who can book…

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I've Failed. Now What? 16:08

4M ago16:08

16:08

How do you deal with rejection? What do you do after a failure? Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com offers five “next steps” that can be the key to moving past failure and on to success in your career. If you’re in business, media production or content creation – and especially if you’re in the film industry as a filmmaker, actor or writer – you’ll ga…

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 135 042524 24:00

4M ago24:00

24:00

What is a tailor bunion? Guess who has the answer? And what's the latest food and golf news? We've got that too.By David Sommers Productions

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Skills to Succeed in the Film Industry - Interview: Sommerly Simser, Film Production Finance, Netflix 36:29

4M ago36:29

36:29

Jumpstart your career in Hollywood! If you’re looking for a job in LA or New York, Phil Cooke’s https://philcooke.com interview with Sommerly Simser will help you succeed in the film industry. Highlighted as a new leader to watch in Variety Magazine, Sommerly has gone from assistant to associate in Hollywood and now works in Feature Film Production…

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 134 041824 22:30

4M ago22:30

22:30

Food, family, friends and fun, and the occasional mention of Chord Buddy.By David Sommers Productions

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 133 041124 26:46

4M ago26:46

26:46

It's golf and golf banquets and following Goodson and Eley as they walk 18 holes in tournaments and trips back and forth to Enterprise, Alabama which is one hour one way! Travis is not complaining. Much.By David Sommers Productions

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 132 040424 23:10

5M ago23:10

23:10

How did Easter Weekend go for the Perry Family? And a key internal change at the Chord Buddy office might make things go a lot easier.By David Sommers Productions

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Why You Should Consider a Ghostwriter to Write Your Book | Interview with Jordan Loftis, Story Chorus 30:24

4M ago30:24

30:24

Is there a book inside you, but you don’t know where to start? Maybe it’s time to consider a ghostwriter! Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com welcomes writer and ghostwriter Jordan Loftis to explore book writing options and a strategic publishing process that can help pastors, leaders, and Christian entrepreneurs go from “idea to impact.” Founder of S…

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 131 032824 26:35

5M ago26:35

26:35

Spring break on the Gulf coast for the Perry family was quite eventful and one to remember!By David Sommers Productions

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 130 032124 20:22

5M ago20:22

20:22

Spring break means family, friends, food and the beach! Look out Orange Beach, Alabama! The Perry family is coming and they're bring their golf clubs.By David Sommers Productions

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How to Remove the Elephant in the Room (Without Losing Your Job) 10:46

5M ago10:46

10:46

Are there issues in your ministry or organization that everybody knows about but nobody talks about? It’s time to address the elephant in the room and build towards a healthier work culture. Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com offers six effective strategies to be part of the solution without losing your job. Get my FREE DOWNLOAD and transform your cr…

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 129 031424 24:21

5M ago24:21

24:21

It's more golf, more food and more fun for the Perry Family on the Chord Buddy Podcast!By David Sommers Productions

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 128 020724 19:49

6M ago19:49

19:49

Goodson and Eley are both playing in golf tournaments which means they get time out of school. And Travis says this could be the funniest podcast he's ever done.By David Sommers Productions

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Creating Sharable Sermons: An Evangelistic Approach to Online Preaching with David Murrow 35:49

5M ago35:49

35:49

Welcome to a revolutionary discussion on adapting preaching for the digital age! In this episode, online preaching coach David Murrow, joins Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com to delve into the art of engaging with your online congregation effectively. Discover invaluable insights to transform your preaching style and create sermons that are watchabl…

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 127 022924 27:15

6M ago27:15

27:15

Goodson is only 12, and he won his first golf tournament which included varsity high school players. We got an update on what's happening with Bradi's boy, Gauge. And we even got a Chord Buddy update.By David Sommers Productions

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 126 022224 23:27

6M ago23:27

23:27

Travis and Bradi invited a friend over to be on the podcast. Austin Nix, who works at Fire Stone Wood Fired Grill in Dothan, talks about how he learned to play guitar. And you may soon spot him at one of your favorite eateries picking and singing.By David Sommers Productions

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Public Speaking Techniques: How to Get Invited to Speak at Conferences 16:37

6M ago16:37

16:37

Public speaking gigs are a powerful way to advance your career, plus they offer opportunities to get your message heard. Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com shares five tips to help you book your first speaking gig while becoming a great speaker. Elevate your speaking skills and find out how to get invited to speak at conferences, small groups, worksh…

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 125 021524 17:35

6M ago17:35

17:35

Travis, Goodson and Ealey are ramping up their golf games as Spring gets closer. And what is changing about Travis' eating habits?By David Sommers Productions

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 124 020824 14:37

7M ago14:37

14:37

Golf, food, fishing and family. Let's see what the Perry family is up to lately.By David Sommers Productions

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Evangelism and Reaching Gen Z | Dr. Billy Wilson, President, Oral Roberts University 35:22

6M ago35:22

35:22

Evangelism and Reaching Gen Z | Dr. Billy Wilson, President, Oral Roberts University You can change the world! Join Phil Cooke in this conversation with Dr. Billy Wilson, president of Oral Roberts University, as they discuss the importance of reaching Gen Z with the gospel. https://philcooke.com In this thought-provoking discussion, you’ll find out…

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 123 020124 16:38

7M ago16:38

16:38

A little bit of talk about golf, food, Rick & Bubba's retirement and updated Spring break plans for the family.By David Sommers Productions

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 122 012524 23:25

7M ago23:25

23:25

Travis and Bradi have been there and done that, including meeting many celebrities and stars. But where did they visit with Tanya Tucker? Really?By David Sommers Productions

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 121 011924 20:12

7M ago20:12

20:12

There's a little talk about the family's golf game, but of course, that turns into food talk. And did you know there's a Chord Buddy to fit every guitar? Even electric guitars and ukuleles.By David Sommers Productions

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From Average to Extraordinary: The Two Levels of Success for Creative Careers 7:57

7M ago7:57

7:57

Are you struggling in your creative career as an artist, musician, filmmaker, writer or director? Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com shares the two levels of success you need to achieve to earn a living as a creative and gain success doing what you love to do. Watch the interview with Howard Kazanjian here: https://youtu.be/xXGmRmMtxV0 Get my FREE DO…

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 120 011124 25:15

8M ago25:15

25:15

Business continues to grow at Chord Buddy. But the big news around here is the retirement of Legendary Alabama Head Football Coach Nick Saban. Bradi's birthday is coming soon and plans are being made.By David Sommers Productions

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 119 010424 29:48

8M ago29:48

29:48

After a little hiatus from the podcast, everyone's back in one place and 2024 is off to a great start. The whole family is playing golf together and the Christmas meal came out great. But fireworks? Not so much.By David Sommers Productions

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Emmy Award Winning Film and Television Producer – Interview with Howard Kazanjian 34:39

8M ago34:39

34:39

With a career that spans 50 years, he’s collaborated with Hollywood legends such as Alfred Hitchcock, George Lucas and Frances Coppola. Phil Cooke welcomes Emmy award-winning film and television producer Howard Kazanjian to share behind the scenes of a producer’s role in both the studio system and independent film with credits including “Raiders of…

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Revolutionize Your Pastor’s Vision for Church Media: Leading from the Middle 23:57

8M ago23:57

23:57

Does your pastor have a vision for media? If you’re feeling stifled as a church media producer or communications director, Phil Cooke offers eight tips to help you “lead from the middle” and win your pastor over to see the potential for media. In today’s digital age, the opportunities for sharing the gospel through media are tremendous. Here’s how …

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 118 121423 19:08

8M ago19:08

19:08

Goodson faired pretty well in a recent golf tournament, but a restaurant experience at a pretty high end hotel was not so good. And business at Chord Buddy has picked a little as Christmas gets closer.By David Sommers Productions

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Reaching the Hispanic Community: Interview with Angel Jordan, Billy Graham Evangelistic Association 25:29

9M ago25:29

25:29

The Spanish-speaking community is exploding in growth in the U.S. Find out how your local church can engage the Latino community more effectively as Phil Cooke interviews Angel Jordan, director of Hispanic Initiatives at the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association. Join them as they explore the varying aspects of Latino culture, the needs represented…

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 117 113023 21:17

9M ago21:17

21:17

There's nothing like the bond and love between father and daughter at Thanksgiving. For Travis and Bradi? Not so much. They strap on the gloves and go at it in a hilarious deep dive discussion about how the family's dressing turned out. Not stuffing. Dressing.By David Sommers Productions

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 116 111623 13:56

9M ago13:56

13:56

Travis is online on Zoom today so we spent a few pre holiday minutes with Bradi, who filled us in on Gauge's trip to the National Peanut Festival, what the family might be doing for Thanksgiving and what Gauge might be getting for Christmas.By David Sommers Productions

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How to Succeed as a Live Multi-Camera Director | Micah Bickham Interview 32:38

9M ago32:38

32:38

Interested in a directing career? Find out how to succeed as Phil Cooke welcomes live multi-camera director and executive producer Micah Bickham to discuss his approach to capturing live events and filming music videos and his career pathway from media ministry to freelance director. Micah has directed performances of some of today’s biggest names …

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 115 110223 20:57

10M ago20:57

20:57

Bradi took Gauge Trick or Treating. A friendly boxing contest between Travis and Bradi turned into a knee problem. And Christmas can't come soon enough for Chord Buddy on the revenue side of things.By David Sommers Productions

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The Kindness Factor: Greg Atkinson on Transforming Your Church Guest Services 33:45

10M ago33:45

33:45

How do acts of kindness factor into the new visitor experience in your church? Phil Cooke welcomes author, speaker and church consultant Greg Atkinson to explore ways to reach your community and transform your church guest services with kindness and authentic hospitality. Founder of the First Impressions Conference, Greg offers practical ways pasto…

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 114 101923 18:48

10M ago18:48

18:48

The entire Perry family, and then some, went to Gatlinburg for some vacation fun. And something mysterious caused a rather large glitch in Chord Buddy matrix. Hmmm.By David Sommers Productions

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Maximize Your Church Services with a Hybrid Experience – Interview with Producer/Author Jason Moore 37:37

10M ago37:37

37:37

Since the pandemic, most churches live livestream their church services. Now it’s time to take your online worship service to the next level. In this episode, Phil Cooke welcomes Jason Moore, co-founder of Midnight Oil Productions and author of “BOTH/AND: Maximizing Hybrid Worship Experiences for In-Person and Online Engagement.” Pastors, communica…

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SHOW = CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 113 100523 17:09

11M ago17:09

17:09

This week Travis and Bradi hit the usual restaurant talk around the Wiregrass area and a funny story about their trip to the lake that Bradi didn't think was so funny. And Travis is about to leave for a doctors appointment and a procedure for his upper GI.By David Sommers Productions

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How to Discover Your Creative Genius – Interview with Lead Strategist Dawn Baldwin, Mavericks 41:57

11M ago41:57

41:57

It’s never too late to unlock your creative genius! Join Phil Cooke in an insightful interview with Dawn Nicole Baldwin, the founder and lead strategist of Mavericks. Discover how to leverage your creativity as a church, ministry, nonprofit organization or individual as Dawn shares invaluable advice on rethinking creativity, identifying your “sweet…

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 112 092823 18:00

11M ago18:00

18:00

We covered flat tires, the Chord Buddy parking lot, food, Zoom meetings, cats under the hood and I think we mentioned Chord Buddy.By David Sommers Productions

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CHORD BUDDY EPISODE 111 092123 25:50

11M ago25:50

25:50

Yep, a little bit of talk about food, a future family vacation to Gatlinburg and parts and pieces are coming in to build more Chord Buddys. And newest family member Gauge, celebrated his first birthday!By David Sommers Productions

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