
The Church Talk Podcast
Jason, Rob, & Courtney have conversations about the Church, culture, and leadership. If you are a church leader, you are invited to join them!
Episodes
151 episodes
Is Preaching Still Needed in the Church with Dr. Nick Gatzke
In this episode of the Church Talk Podcast, hosts Rob and Jason talk with Dr. Nick Gatzke of Old North Church in Canfield, Ohio. They discuss various aspects of preaching and ministry, including the importance of volunteerism, navigating diffic...
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Season 6
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Episode 151
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39:46

The Big DUH!
In this episode of the Church Talk podcast, hosts Jason Allison and Rob Paterson discuss the challenges of busy pastoral lives, the importance of legacy, and the need for community in processing life's transitions. They explore the cultural...
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Season 6
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Episode 150
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42:23

Developing Leaders and Why Conferences Suck
In this episode of the Church Talk Podcast, hosts Jason Allison and Rob Paterson discuss the challenges of balancing busy lives, the importance of collaboration in ministry, and the value of equipping others. They share personal anecdotes about...
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Season 6
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Episode 149
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42:23

Multigenerational Crisis in the Church with Bryan Chapell
In this episode of the Church Talk Podcast, hosts Jason Allison and Rob Paterson welcome Bryan Chapell, a prominent figure in ministry, to discuss the multi-generational church crisis. The conversation explores the cultural shifts that have tra...
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Season 6
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Episode 148
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42:04

Rob & Jason DC Road Tripping
Jason & Rob take the show on the road and record an episode while traveling to Washington DC where they were training a church leadership team and supporting a pastor by playing in his fund raising golf outing. The guys talk about playing i...
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Season 6
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Episode 147
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44:08

Coachable Leaders with Gary Rohrmayer
In this episode of the Church Talk Podcast, hosts Jason Allison and Rob Paterson discuss significant transitions in church leadership, including mergers and personal growth experiences. They introduce guest Gary Rohrmayer, who shares his jo...
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Season 6
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Episode 146
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42:24

GriefShare with Dr. Jeff Forrey
In this episode of the Church Talk podcast, hosts Rob and Jason discuss the aftermath of Easter services, emphasizing the importance of training congregants in spiritual practices. They introduce Dr. Jeff Forrey from Church Initiative, who ...
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Season 6
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Episode 145
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43:58

The Coming Revolution in Church Economics with Mark DeYmaz
In this episode of the Church Talk podcast, hosts Jason Allison and Rob Paterson engage with Mark DeYmaz, a prominent figure in multi-ethnic ministry and church economics. They reflect on the recent Easter celebrations, discuss the importan...
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Season 6
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Episode 144
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57:03

The Thriving Church with Dale Sellers
In this conversation, Dale Sellers and Jason Allison discuss the upcoming Thriving Church Conference, sharing insights from their experiences in ministry and church leadership. They explore the importance of foundational principles for heal...
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Season 6
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Episode 143
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44:44

The Brain Change Program with Alan Weissenbacher
In this episode of the Church Talk podcast, hosts Jason Allison and Rob Paterson engage in a lively discussion about sports, weather, and the upcoming national championship game before welcoming their guest, Dr. Alan Weissenbacher. Dr. Weis...
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Season 6
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Episode 142
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45:23

Charles Whitaker - Navigating Ministry in a Divided World
In this episode of the Church Talk Podcast, Rob & Jason engage in a lively discussion about their experiences in ministry, the challenges of leading in a divided society, and the importance of unity within the church with Pastor Charles Whi...
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Season 6
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Episode 141
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48:14

Rob & Jason Discuss Leadership Lessons from Exponential 2025
In this episode of the Church Talk Podcast, hosts Jason Allison and Rob Paterson reflect on their experiences at the Exponential Conference, discussing key leadership lessons learned. They emphasize the importance of creating spaces for lea...
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Season 6
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Episode 140
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40:10

Jason & Rob Talk Shop
In this episode of the Church Talk Podcast, hosts Jason Allison and Rob Paterson reflect on their experiences as pastors, discussing the importance of sensitivity to God's spirit, finding one's identity in ministry, and the significance of lead...
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Season 6
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Episode 139
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42:33

Small Church USA with Terry Thompson
In this episode of the Church Talk podcast, hosts Jason, Rob, and Courtney engage in a deep conversation with Terry Thompson, a seasoned pastor and founder of Small Church USA. They explore Terry's journey in ministry, the revitalization of str...
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Season 6
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Episode 138
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42:17

Jesus Unbranded with Mike Elms
In this episode of the Church Talk Podcast, Jason Allison and his co-hosts engage with Mike Elms, an experienced ad man and author, discussing the intersection of faith, storytelling, and church leadership. They explore how reimagining biblical...
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Season 6
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Episode 137
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44:21

Is the Church a Cat or a Toaster?
We would love to hear your thoughts!!In this episode of the Church Talk podcast, hosts Jason, Rob, and Courtney delve into the implications of Timothy Patitsas' book, 'The Ethics of Beauty,' discussing how beauty, truth, and goodness...
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Season 6
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Episode 136
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51:18

Carey Nieuwhof's 5 Trends to Watch in 2025
SummaryIn this episode of the Church Talk Project, hosts Jason Allison and Rob Paterson discuss Carey Nieuwhof's article about various trends affecting church leadership and co...
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Season 6
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Episode 135
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47:53

The Self Aware Pastor with Danny Parmelee
In this episode of the Church Talk podcast, hosts Jason Allison, Rob Paterson, and Courtney engage with Danny Parmelee, the regional president of Converge Mid-America. The conversation centers around the importance of self-awareness in lead...
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Season 6
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Episode 134
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44:47

Real Happy with Mike Hayes
In this episode of the Church Talk Podcast, host Jason Allison interviews Pastor Mike Hayes, the founding pastor of Covenant Church in Dallas, Texas. They discuss Mike's journey from a performance-based faith to a deeper understanding of happin...
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Season 6
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Episode 133
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45:13

Books to Read in 2025!
In this episode of the Church Talk podcast, Jason, Rob, and Courtney discuss various impactful books that can aid church leaders and members in their spiritual journeys. They emphasize the importance of reading widely, exploring diverse perspec...
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Season 6
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Episode 132
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43:16

Brian Dodd - Leading Leaders
In this episode of the Church Talk Podcast, hosts Jason, Rob, and Courtney welcome back Brian Dodd for his fourth appearance. They discuss Brian's new book, 'The Games Leaders Play,' exploring the gap between leadership knowledge and its applic...
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Season 6
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Episode 131
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49:12

Listening to God
In this episode of the Church Talk podcast, Jason, Courtney, and Rob discuss the importance of leadership in the church, focusing on how to listen to God and the various spiritual practices that can enhance personal growth and community engagem...
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Season 6
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Episode 130
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43:34

Jason BowmanArtSpeak Creative
In this episode of the Church Talk podcast, hosts Jason and Rob introduce their guest, Jason Bowman, who shares his journey from church planting to creative entrepreneurship. The conversation explores the intersection of church and marketplace ...
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Season 6
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Episode 129
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49:18

United in Crisis with Daniel Geraci
In this episode of the Church Talk podcast, hosts Jason, Rob, and Courtney welcome Daniel Geraci, founder and CEO of United in Crisis. Daniel shares his journey of faith, the importance of church unity in crisis response, and the model of the C...
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Season 6
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Episode 128
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51:14
