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Are you a church tech director? If so, this podcast exists to serve you specifically. Each week we pull the tech director out of the booth and place them onto the stage to share their most outlandish stories and hidden wisdom from the tech trenches. Hosted by Toby Walters and Blake Hodges.

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Justin Hume
Media director at Cross Church
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Episode: Where to Splurge (and Save) on Gear + Ableton Hot Takes [Justin Hume]
Dave Evans
Executive Director of Creek Media at Cottonwood Creek Church and former VP of Broadcasting for The Dallas Mavericks
Cottonwood Creek Church
Episode: 9 Emmys & The Dallas Mavericks: High-Level Church Production [Dave Evans]
Luke Hesher
General Manager of Church Relations for HouseRight Integration
HouseRight Integration
Episode: 7 Tips To Choose The Right Integrator [Luke Hesher]
Jesse O'Brien
Audio director of Red Rocks Church and Red Rocks Worship
Red Rocks Church
Episode: Red Rocks Production Playbook [Jesse O' Brien]
Justin Firesheets
Director of Project Management at ESB Group and former Production Director at Church of the Highlands
ESB Group
Episode: Why You Need Production Pals [Justin Firesheets]
Brad McCraw
CEO and producer of Mosaic Events, involved in the production of Charlie Kirk's memorial service
Mosaic Events
Episode: Producing the Charlie Kirk Memorial Service [Mosaic's Brad McCraw]
Todd Elliott
Returning guest known for his insights on church production and technology
Philo
Episode: Are Church Techs Valued? [Todd Elliott]
Alexa Paige
Audio engineer at Fellowship Church
Fellowship Church
Episode: Recruiting Volunteers Beyond A Preservice Slide [Fellowship's Alexa Page]
Bryan Bailey
Director of Media at Prestonwood Baptist, involved in the planning of events such as The Gift of Christmas.
Prestonwood Baptist Church
Episode: How Flying Drummer Boys Save Souls [Prestonwood's Bryan Bailey]

Hosts

Toby Walters
Co-host known for sharing engaging stories from church tech directors and fostering discussions around church production dynamics.
Blake Hodges
Co-host who brings humor and a relatable perspective to discussions about church production technology and team dynamics.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 147 ratings
  • Always good for a laugh.

    Being a church production guy myself, I enjoy the the buffoonery of the Church Gear podcast. It’s always informative and entertaining. Good job guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mike_Y
    United States3 years ago
  • Helpful & Humorous!

    I love these guys and the content they’re putting out!

    Great guests sharing a ton of insight and wisdom. Very well done ChurchGear!👏🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CharlieEhowery
    United States3 years ago
  • YES!

    You need this in your life! These guys rock.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ajrucker_
    United States4 years ago
  • Great church tech podcast

    Check it out and see for yourself how cool it is

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Daytonlivin4
    United States4 years ago
  • I’ll be honest

    I’ll be honest. I am not a religious person, but I love tech of all kind. So when I found a podcast on church tech I was curious. Found this out of curiosity but stayed for Blake and Toby.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FetCast
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the entertaining format and humorous banter between the hosts, making tech topics accessible and engaging.
Many find the insights shared by guests to be valuable, providing practical advice for those involved in church production.
Reviews indicate a strong sense of community among listeners, encouraging connection and collaboration within the church tech industry.

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Saving Your Church Production Budget [Jerod Togger]
Q: Togger, tell us just a very quick snapshot, your background in church production?
Jerod Togger began working in church production at the age of 13 or 14, eventually overseeing production for a church that grew into a megachurch with nine campuses.
How Flying Drummer Boys Save Souls [Prestonwood's Bryan Bailey]
Q: What should smaller churches take from Prestonwood's experience?
Embrace their resources, avoid copying others, and aim high for excellence while ensuring that their efforts align with their ministry's strengths and mission.
How Flying Drummer Boys Save Souls [Prestonwood's Bryan Bailey]
Q: How do you ensure that volunteers understand the mission?
By sharing mission and core values during volunteer onboarding and making it a regular part of discussions, ensuring all team members are focused on the ministry's goals.
How Flying Drummer Boys Save Souls [Prestonwood's Bryan Bailey]
Q: How does the vision get translated and shared to those people?
By developing a culture of the ministry in which they're serving beforehand and keeping consistent communication about the mission and values.
Passion Conference Principles & Stories [Makenzie Collins]
Q: How did you get your start in production?
I actually fell into production without planning or training. I began as a stage manager and worked my way up.

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Focusing on the intersection of technology and church operations, this podcast provides a platform for church tech directors to share their unique experiences and insights from behind the scenes. Each episode features lively discussions with industry professionals, covering topics such as audio-visual production, integrator partnerships, volunteer recruitment, and creative budgeting. Notably, the hosts inject humor and relatable anecdotes, which contribute to a casual yet informative atmosphere, making complex subjects accessible to listeners. This engaging format aims to empower church tech staff, fostering community and collaboration within the industry.

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1. Justin Hume
2. Dave Evans
3. Luke Hesher
4. Jesse O'Brien
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7. Todd Elliott
8. Alexa Paige

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