Episodes

Thinking about FINALLY getting serious about building a creator business? this episode will show you how to take creative work beyond the safety of your comfort zone.

This passionate comic and author gives you a inside-look at the real life of comedians, and shows you why you must stay true to your authentic personality and values even when it's not popular.

Getting paid isn't about hoping people actually follow through with the payment. It's about building a system. In this episode, you'll learn three specific, actionable ways to set that system up.

Can you weave your faith into your creator work without compromising authenticity or turning your audience off? Whether you're a Christian author, musician, podcaster, or creative entrepreneur, you've probably struggled to figure out how to stay true to your faith while building mainstream success. In other words - being authentic without being heavy-handed or "preachy" with your message. Author, voiceover artist and musician Aaron Ryan has experienced this first hand as he has written doz...

Are you 'winging it' when it comes to the business side of your creative life? In this episode, Allen C. Paul walks through five essential questions every creator must answer to move from "doing creative work" to "running a real business."

Have you been unknowingly saying 'no' to the creator opportunities you are praying for - because they don't show up the way you expected? Vannesia Darby's uncommon path to working with entertainment's biggest creators proves that God positions you when you're faithful and available.

Do you experience a rude awakening every April when Tax Day approaches? In this episode, we're highlighting three critical money mistakes that could be devastating to your business - not just during tax season, but all year round.

What do you do when you know you’re called to create… but your breakthrough hasn’t come yet? In this episode, Chastity—recording artist and background vocalist for legendary artists like Musiq Soulchild —shares her journey as a background vocalist and creative navigating the tension between calling and timing.

In this transparent excerpt from our Friday Creator Checkup livestreams, you'll discover how to navigate tough times in your life while remaining connected to your creative work and calling.

In one of our most popular interviews, singer-songwriter Teea Goans shares the journey she took from being a successful country cover song artist to confidently sharing her own music - all because she followed God's prompting to take a leap of faith in her musical career. As a singer-songwriter based in Nashville, Teea Goans has experienced all the highs and lows of the artist lifestyle. Having performed at The Grand Old Opry and graced national radio and TV with timeless country western melo...

This passionate Christ-follower, business owner and recording artist reveals how he manages to simultaneously pursue a music career while also working full-time in the business world - and how He sees God's purpose in each role.

Ever felt like your creative life depends on doing ALL the things - by yourself? In this episode, we take an honest look at the isolation many creators experience and why trying to carry every responsibility on your own eventually leads to burnout. You’ll learn how to start finding that support—even if it feels like no one around you understands what you’re building If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or stuck trying to do everything yourself, this conversation will help...

We sit down with Joleen Steel — minister, former music studio owner, and co-leader of Camping Stick Kids — to talk about what it really means to build something that grows God's Kingdom while also stretching your faith and your creative gifts.

In this episode we explore the danger of offering negative critiques and oversharing in creator circles, in response to a recent IG reel by top BGV contractor Jazmin Crumley.

Can Christian creators actually LEARN something from the Bad Bunny Super Bowl Halftime Show?  In this episode, we'll unpack the one key lesson that all faith-centered creators can take from the cultural impact of this performance.

What happens when your creativity, your faith, and your healing journey collide? Dr. Laurette Willis—cognitive behavioral therapist, creator of PraiseMoves, and living testimony of God’s redemptive power— shares what it really means to renew your mind.

In this episode, we'll share some honest thoughts on a recent debate sparked by rapper Andy Mineo regarding the implications of the 'Christian artist' label and whether it helps - or limits - your authenticity and creative expression.

Are you being faithful to your process, or are you just stuck in a loop? In this episode, we answer the difficult question of what to do when you feel like your growth and impact has hit a ceiling. Many Christian creators feel guilty about changing their strategy because they believe consistency means doing the exact same thing forever. But there is a huge difference between healthy consistency and dangerous stagnation. You'll learn in this episode how to honor your gift by making small...

Can the desire to be 'perfect' actually stop you from even being good? In this honest reflection, you'll get a inside look on the negative effect perfectionism has on your creative work and your ability to enjoy life.

In this episode, we unpack the 5 mindsets that govern everything you do as a Christian creative, and you'll learn how these mindsets can make or break your chance at success in whatever goal you are reaching for.

When you have a limited budget as a Christian creator, every tool has to be worth investing in. In this roundup, we share the tools and apps that made the most sense to buy and utilize in our production workflows, business operations, and personal development!

In one of our most popular episodes, musical director Greg Johnson shares his journey as a musician and how he learned the importance of spiritual growth, grace, and authenticity in ministry.

In this episode, we take an unflinching look at the missteps and mistakes that slowed us down this year in God and Gigs. Avoiding these 5 mistakes will help you become more effective, less stressed, and more fulfilled throughout the new year!

In this episode, you'll learn how to manage as a Christian creator if you feel like you're torn between two worlds as an artist - the work you're passionate about (creating) and the work you HAVE to do to pay the bills. You're not alone. A trending topic among performing artists has been highlighting the disconnect between their artist lifestyles and the more traditional work they have to do to pay the bills. In this livestream excerpt, you'll discover how your full-time job may be a h...