Episodes

Feb. 13, 2024

Clay Scroggins – How Leadership Is Changing

Explore the evolving landscape of leadership with Clay Scroggins, author of 'How to Lead When You're Not In Charge' and 'The Aspiring Leader's Guide to the Future.' In this insightful podcast episode, discover how leadership is transforming and the p...

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Jan. 30, 2024

Tod Bolsinger – Canoeing the Mountains & Leading Change

What is adaptive leadership? Tod Bolsinger, an author and leader in the fields of church and nonprofit leadership, sits down with Tim Foot, CEO of Slingshot Group, to discuss the need for adaptive leadership in a changing world. He also shares the in...

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Jan. 16, 2024

Tim Foot – Real Talk on Feeling Stuck, Promotions, Transitions & Self…

Tim Foot, CEO of Slingshot Group, sat down with Jesse DeYoung, the Executive Lead Pastor of Flatirons Community Church in Denver, CO, and their staff to delve into topics that everyone is thinking about but rarely talks about. They explore subjects s...

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Dec. 12, 2023

Kevin Queen – Intimacy Over Impact

Kevin Queen sits down with Tim Foot, CEO of Slingshot Group, to share his journey to becoming the Lead Pastor at Cross Point Church in Nashville, TN. Kevin discusses the best advice he’s received that shapes how he leads, how to stay faithful in the ...

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Nov. 28, 2023

Matt Tresidder – Healthy Leader, Healthy Team

If you want a healthy team, it’s time to give up managing your people and start leading them. But how do you do that? Matt Tresidder, CEO and co-founder of Leadr, sits down with Tim Foot, CEO of Slingshot Group, to discuss ways to lead yourself well,...

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Nov. 14, 2023

Jordan Raynor – Purposeful, Present, and Wildly Productive With Your …

In a culture of constant connectedness, how can church leaders separate themselves from the noise to be the most productive and present leaders God created them to be? Jordan Raynor, entrepreneur and author, sits down with Tim Foot, CEO of Slingshot ...

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Oct. 31, 2023

Kenny Jahng – How AI Can Save Time & Enhance Ministry

How can ministries embrace AI rather than fear it? Tim Foot, CEO of Slingshot Group, chats with Kenny Jahng, an online ministry expert, about ways to leverage AI and use it to further the mission of your organization. Plus, find out easy ways to get ...

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Oct. 17, 2023

Todd Clark — Navigating Succession and Leadership Transition

How can a church or organization successfully guide a leadership transition? Join Tim Foot, CEO of Slingshot Group, as he sits down with Todd Clark, Senior Associate in Senior Leadership at Slingshot Group, to discuss what to do – and what not to do ...

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Sept. 20, 2023

Stay or Go, and 5 Things You Need to Quit

Join guest host Brian Taylor, VP of Worship and Creative Arts, as he sits down with Tim Foot, CEO of Slingshot Group, to explore why ministry leaders are stepping down in record numbers and how to make that transition graceful. Also learn the 5 thing...

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Sept. 5, 2023

Larry Osborne — Leading the Church in Our Current Cultural Context

In a culture that seems to be getting darker and more divided by the moment, what does it look like to follow Jesus every day? How do you overcome challenges to leading and loving your church? Dive in with guest Larry Osborne, a seasoned author, ment...

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Aug. 22, 2023

Nancy & Samantha Beach — Boomers and Millennials Healing Church Dysfu…

How do you stay hopeful for the future of the church when so many people are leaving due to hurt, disappointment, and woundedness? Join the conversation with co-authors, pastors, and mother-daughter duo Nancy and Samantha Beach as they address the ch...

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Aug. 8, 2023

Robby Gallaty — Suffering, Silence, and Listening for Revival

How do you tune your ear to hear the Holy Spirit? In this riveting episode, you’ll hear from Robby Gallaty—pastor of Long Hollow Church in Tennessee who was raised Catholic, was trained to be a UFC fighter, and battled a $200/day addiction to heroin ...

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July 25, 2023

Kevin Brown (Pres. of Asbury University) — Stories & Insights from As…

In this captivating episode, Dr. Kevin Brown shares his firsthand experience of leading a remarkable and unexpected revival on Asbury University's campus. With awe-inspiring authenticity, he narrates the power of God's movement among the younger gene...

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July 11, 2023

Warren Bird + Léonce Crump – Cracking the Code of Resilient Teams

In this episode, Warren Bird and Léone Crump discuss the importance of building resilient teams and leading through challenges. They share insights from their experiences in sports and ministry, emphasizing the power of working together as a unit. Th...

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June 27, 2023

Mike Foster – Self Awareness and Finding Your Primal Question

In this captivating episode, renowned leadership expert Mike Foster takes us on a profound journey of self-discovery and transformation. With a focus on authentic leadership, Foster delves into the power of primal questions and their role in achievin...

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June 13, 2023

Church Hurt and Turning Pain Into Purpose With Natalie Runion

What happens when church hurt and disappointment drive someone to the brink of quitting? Join this conversation with author Natalie Runion as she shares her personal journey from wanting to quit ministry to starting the Raised to Stay movement - a mo...

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May 30, 2023

Self-Discipline, Redefining Success, and Personal Branding with Rory …

As a servant leader, you give your best to serve to others. But how can you make the most of your limited time? Join the conversation with NYT bestselling author and viral TED speaker Rory Vaden to explore strategies that will set you up to make a bi...

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April 4, 2023

Lead Yourself and Your Home to Transform Your Team with Irene Rollins

It’s hard work pretending like you’ve got your life together. But that’s how so many church leaders are living… until they burn out or hit rock bottom. In this gem of a conversation  with Irene Rollins, pastor, consultant, wife, mother, and author of...

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March 21, 2023

Why Your Worship Team Is Struggling… and How to Fix It with Brian Tab…

Worship ministry is integral to the life of a church. So why is it that so many worship ministries are riddled with tension? In this episode, you’ll hear Slingshot Associate, worship leader, and Worship Probs founder Brian Tabor share some answers… a...

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March 7, 2023

Developing Leaders, Mental Health, and The Power of Collaboration wit…

Are you running your church by yourself, or are you empowering others and developing them as leaders? In this moving episode, host Tim Foot is joined by author and leadership development expert Mac Lake and his son, Brandon Lake—a Dove and Grammy awa...

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Feb. 21, 2023

Leadership Identity, Team Health, and Healing the Racial Divide with …

Are you allowing Jesus to love you? Your answer impacts how you see yourself… and others. Tune in for a conversation with Dr. Derwin Gray, author, former NFL player, and founder of Transformational Church in North Carolina. In this episode, we dive d...

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Feb. 7, 2023

How Anxiety Impacts Your Leadership and Ministry Team with Steve Cuss

Everyone experiences anxiety. It’s part of the human experience. But as a leader, how can you deal with it in a healthy way to better show up for your team? Tune in to a conversation with Steve Cuss—a pastor, former trauma and hospice chaplain, and a...

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Jan. 23, 2023

Top 5 Focus Areas for Church Leaders in 2023 with Tim Foot

With so many demands on your time and attention, it can be hard to know whether you’re focusing on the things that will truly make an impact. In this episode, Slingshot VP of Senior Leadership Matt Wright puts podcast host Tim Foot in the hot seat to...

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Jan. 23, 2023

Raising Female Church Leaders with Kadi Cole

Who doesn’t want to build a remarkable team? But in the quest to grow, so many leaders don’t see the people—particularly women—right in front of them who can help their ministry move forward. Listen now for a practical conversation with Kadi Cole on ...

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