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The MxU Podcast

MxU
Church Leadership
Worship
Worship Ministry
Mxu
Audio Engineering
Worship Teams
Community Engagement
Worship Services
Church Production
Spiritual Growth
Live Streaming
Volunteer Engagement
Worship Music
Leadership
Volunteer Development
Worship Leadership
Church Culture
Technical Leadership
Worship Leaders
Training

Where church leaders, techs, and creatives get practical tools and real talk to lead with excellence every Sunday. Hosted by the MxU team and special guests, we dive into worship, production, leadership, and everything in between.

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Latest Episodes

Three months to get their new church building ready. Two pieces of painter’s tape delay the opening. And when Easter rolls around, the LED wall still won’t work.

We’re at Heart and Soul Church in Knoxville with worship pastor Tristan Hayes and AJ Ru... more

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A church hires a production company, signs the contract, and then says it doesn’t have the money to pay the bill. Now what?

That story opens up a much bigger conversation about what happens when poor planning puts other people in a bad spot. How sho... more

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Ministry burnout often begins when church production and worship leaders neglect the very things their leadership depends on. In this candid episode, we examine how demanding ministry seasons can undermine sleep, nutrition, spiritual disciplines, men... more

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We confront the pride and self-importance that can undermine church production teams, contrasting technical leaders who make others feel valued with those who seek recognition, titles, gear, or influence. We examine the grumpy church tech stereotype,... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Borland
LED content creator, part of the production team mentioned in Tucson
Unspecified
Episode: Church Budget Crisis: How Leaders Can Respond with Integrity
Robbie Pearson
Producer mentioned as part of Passion Conference team
Passion Conference
Episode: Church Budget Crisis: How Leaders Can Respond with Integrity
Alex Sealy
Content creator who commented on production's Levitical role
Episode: Worship vs. Production: How Church Teams Build Trust and Communicate
Dylan Howe
Co-founder of MxU
MxU
Episode: Pastor Ignored the Timer. Again.
Clark Beckham
Former American Idol finalist and independent artist who leads worship and teaches music.
Independent Artist
Episode: What is Worship?
Shannon Pinkston
Vocal training expert and guest on the podcast
MxU
Episode: #192 - How to Train Background Vocalists on Your Worship Team
Jordan Pinkston
Insightful worship leader from Mobile, Alabama
Episode: #191 - How to Build a Worship Team That’s Ready, Not Just Scheduled
Dillan Howell
Friend of the host and expert on church volunteer dynamics
Episode: #188 - The Best Way To Run A Team Night For Your Church (Free Template)
Stephen Sheppard
Pastor and Broadcast Engineer at Elevation Church
Elevation Church
Episode: #187 - Stephen Sheppard: Why Your Church Isn't Elevation (And Doesn't Need To Be)

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 476 ratings
  • Great Content, But I Can’t Hear Spencer!

    Really great content here, guys. I’m a worship leader and our sound engineer actually told me about you, and I love it.

    I have one little note that I hope you guys can help me out with. I listen to this while I’m driving in a noisy car, so with my volume at max, I can hear most things just right, but Spencer trails off and gets really quiet about 25% of the time. I don’t know what’s happening, maybe he’s looking away from his mic while he talks? Could someone turn up his gain and maybe add some ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NateDawg221
    United States8 months ago
  • Good content

    While some may not agree, I like the content you have been producing lately. I am probably unique that I am a professional Sound engineer who backed off and became a physical therapist. And now service of volunteer at my local church and so I have been on both side sides of the table.

    From a ministry perspective, we must ask ourselves. What are we doing? Are we developing our team? Are we investing in the spiritual maturation of the team? And are we feeding the sheep?

    Or as Jesus would say fee... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Winn Dizzle
    United States8 months ago
  • Who is MxU anymore?

    Did I miss the episode where they said they changing to a worship podcast instead of tech? All the old hosts are gone. I’m all for leadership building but this was originally for tech and production. This should have been a new MxU worship podcast instead of hijacking this one. If anyone else feels the same the Churchgear podcast has been good and similar to old MxU.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    App user789
    United Statesa year ago
  • Not what it used to be

    This podcast used to be about getting better in your craft in regard to mixing and other technical aspects that many average church techs benefited from greatly. I am sad to see the podcast be reduced to short episodes about leading a worship team. The audience it became known for helping/growing is no longer served.

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    2
    Grant25!
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great information for tech and team!

    I really have enjoyed this podcast over the last several years. The information they share is always valuable, but also they encourage your Spiritual and emotional well being too. I have learned a lot from Jeff and the many hosts and guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mike_Y
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Audience appreciates a strong mix of tech detail and ministry perspectives.
Fans highlight community and practical tools for volunteers, with some noting audio quality and pacing could improve at times.
Listeners value actionable production and leadership guidance.

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The "Sixth Dude" of Dude Perfect: How Their Live Show Really Works
Q: How many nights into the tour have you done, and have those 12 nights gone perfectly or not?
Twelve of twenty-two shows have happened so far, and they are not perfect; the team has learned to adapt and handle unexpected issues, from video truck problems to camera ops stepping in as volunteers.
Pastor Ignored the Timer. Again.
Q: Should we just give up on having a timer for the sermon?
The guest suggests monitoring and guiding the process with timing tools, but not boxing the communicator; use dashboards to cue band actions and keep lines of communication open with pastors.
How to Scale from 18 to 50 Production Volunteers
Q: What were the key changes you made to the team dynamics before bringing in more volunteers?
I focused on community and leadership first: introduced team nights to build relationships, started pre-service huddles and devotional elements, and began one-on-ones to show personal investment in each person. I also identified leaders within the existing group to delegate responsibilities and began training them, which created a sense of ownership and momentum before scaling the roster.
How to Scale from 18 to 50 Production Volunteers
Q: How did you manage to grow from 18 to 50 volunteers in two years while keeping the church's growth in mind?
The growth came from more than recruiting; it came from solving underlying issues like lack of community, vision, and leadership. We built team camaraderie through team nights, initiated regular pre-service huddles, implemented one-on-ones, and empowered volunteers with proper training (MxU), which created buy-in and a pipeline for leadership development. We also adjusted technical gear to be lighter and more accessible so younger volunteers could participate, while gradually replacing paid roles with volunteer-led positions.
Jesus Hates This Kind of Worship
Q: Why do we take a paycheck from a church?
It's important to evaluate our motivations—whether it's for pay, using our gifts, or a genuine calling.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The MxU Podcast

What is The MxU Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on church production, technology, and leadership, offering practical tools for worship teams, AV techs, and volunteers. Episodes often explore budgets and governance, the logistics of live productions, dashboards and planning tools, volunteer recruitment and retention, and the intersection of ministry with modern tech. Listeners likely appreciate candid conversations, real-world case studies, and actionable frameworks for scaling teams, improving service timing, and aligning gear decisions with long-term church health. A notable strength is the recurring emphasis on people-first ministry, training, and community-building, alongside demonstrations of platform tools that streamline planning and collaboration across campuses a... more

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2. Robbie Pearson
3. Alex Sealy
4. Dylan Howe
5. Clark Beckham
6. Shannon Pinkston
7. Jordan Pinkston
8. Dillan Howell

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