Catalyst Podcast

In this episode of the Catalyst Podcast, Brad Lomenick sits down with Glen Jackson, co-founder of Jackson Spalding, one of the preeminent marketing communication firms in the world, with clients such as Coca-Cola, Google, Delta Air Lines, and Chick-fil-a. Listen in as Glen provides perspective on how to lead in a crisis, defines what it means to be a preeminent organization, and some sage advice for young leaders who want to carry influence for the long haul.  Keep up with Glen:  Twitter: @jacksonspalding  Path to Preeminence  LINKS Tim Keller - Biblical Justice

In this episode of the Catalyst Podcast, Brad Lomenick sits down with pastor, author, and podcast host, Sam Collier, to discuss how to live a greater story no matter your starting point. Listen is as Sam shares his inspiring story of being given up by his birth mother, his adoptive family, and restored relationship with his birth family. Sam also challenges us to “hear the cry” of those around us and help others live a greater story.  Keep up with Sam:  Twitter: @SamCollier  Instagram: @samcollier VIDEO OF SAM MEETING HIS BIRTH FAMILY

In this episode of the Catalyst Podcast, we feature Jo Saxton from the Catalyst stage as she utilizes Acts 2 to shares six practices that are vital if we want the Church to be an authentic community in these tumultuous times. Listen in as Jo shares how we can live, love, and lead in a way that draws people out of isolation and into community with Jesus and each other. Keep up with Jo:  Twitter: @josaxton Instagram: @josaxton josaxton.com Her newest book: Ready to Rise 

In this episode of the Catalyst Podcast, Brad Lomenick sits down with author, podcast host, and former ESPN producer Jason Romano for a conversation about what components make up the uniform of leadership. Listen is as Jason shares his story of making the choice to step away from ESPN into the vocation God was calling him too, the importance of blooming where you’re planted, and leadership lessons from Pete Carroll and Tony Dungy.  Keep up with Jason:  Twitter: @JasonRomano  Instagram: @JasonRomano  jasonromano.com

In this episode of the Catalyst Podcast, Brad Lomenick sits down with pastor, Chris Durso, for a conversation about the importance of honesty and trust in organizational culture. Listen is as Chris shares about his transition from youth pastor with a thriving ministry to succeeding his father as lead pastor after his father’s 32 years of ministry.  Keep up with Chris Durso: Instagram: @ChrisDurso SAINTS CHURCH

In this episode of the Catalyst Podcast, Brad Lomenick sits down with author and researcher, David Kinnaman, for a conversation about how to live faithfully in exile. Listen is as David defines what it means to be an exile, describes the competing “gospels” of our current culture, how to create effective student environments, and how to prepare young people to be on mission with Jesus in the world.  Keep up with David Kinnaman: Twitter: @DavidKinnaman The Barna Group

In this episode of the Catalyst Podcast, Jason Haynes sits down with author and cultural commentator, David Brooks, for a wide-ranging conversation about the difference between happiness and joy, David’s faith journey, and how we can integrate our communities, make deeper commitments, and live a life of meaning.   Keep up with David Brooks: Twitter: @nytdavidbrooks The Weave Project

In this episode of the Catalyst Podcast, we return to the stage for a message from Britt Merrick at Catalyst West 2010. Listen in as Britt encourages us to lean into God's presence and let our intimacy with Jesus fuel our leadership and our ministry. Do you find yourself overwhelmed by the uncertainty and disruption of the last few months? Are you trying to find the physical, emotional, and spiritual energy to move forward? Will you pause, let Jesus be the source of your joy, and allow intimacy with Him to fuel your life and leadership?

In this episode of the Catalyst Podcast, Brad Lomenick sits down with author and hope dealer, Carlos Whittaker, for a conversation about how to take risks, tell good stories, and receive the abundance God promises here and now. Carlos shows us that you are not meant to wait until heaven to experience His best. An abundant life is available now if you’ll head the call of the Spirit of God.  Keep up with Carlos: Instagram & Twitter: @loswhit Carloswhittaker.com Enterwild.com

On this episode of the Catalyst Podcast, Jason Haynes sits down with Scott Sauls, lead pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church, for a conversation about how followers of Jesus can reveal a way of living that loves others as God loves us amidst a defensive and divided era.   Keep up with Scott: Instagram & Twitter: @scottsauls scottsauls.com

On this episode of the Catalyst Podcast, Brad Lomenick sits down with Ray Johnston from Bayside Church for a wide-ranging conversation covering strategies for reopening church, the importance of generosity in leadership, and special encouragement from Ray for young pastors who are coming behind him.  Keep up with Ray and Thrive Summit: Twitter: @rayjohnston rayjohnston.com  Thrive Summit  Additional Resources Mentioned in this episode:  Message to White Church Leaders - Judah Smith Dharius Daniels Podcast w/Eric Common Hymnal

On this episode of the Catalyst Podcast, Jason Haynes sits down with Josh Clemons the OneRace Movement for a conversation about the racial injustices of our current cultural moment. If you find yourself asking, “what can I do?” then take a pause, listen to his story, and make it part of your story, a part of our story.   Keep up with Josh and OneRace Movement: Instagram: @thisisjoshclemons Facebook: Josh Clemons One Race Movement Video From Josh

On this episode of the Catalyst Podcast, Jason Haynes sits down with Ravi Zacharias at Catalyst Atlanta 2020 for a conversation about worldview, the questions the culture is asking, and following Jesus as a way of life. In October 2019, we had no way of knowing this would be our last conversation with Ravi but hung on every word as he gave a critical charge for pastors and spiritual leaders about where our culture is going and how we as the church need to respond. #thankyouravi  Keep up with RZIM: Instagram: @rzimhq Twitter: @rzimhq

On this episode of the Catalyst Podcast, Brad Lomenick sits down with charity: water founder Scott Harrison for a conversation on leading with resilience in times of uncertainty. How do we plan for the future of our lives, organizations, and churches when so much is unknown? Listen in to this conversation as Scott shares some of the steps that charity: water is taking to make it through this season including the importance of scenario planning, how to gain resilience for yourself and your organization, and the importance of having a phase one and phase two of your planning.   Keep up with charity: water: Instagram: @charitywater Twitter: @charitywater  The Spring Giving Campaign Additional Resources Mentioned This Episode:  The Branded Startup What Relaunching the Church Might Look Like Considerations for Reopening the Church Building

On this episode of the Catalyst Podcast, Jason Haynes sits down for part two of a conversation with clinical psychologist and author Dr. Henry Cloud. This time they address the need for churches to lean into the mental and emotional health needs of their communities by becoming Churches that Heal. Listen in as Dr. Cloud shares how emotional health starts with the pastoral staff and moves into the congregation and community and conveys his passion for why he wants to resource and equip churches through the Churches That Heal curriculum.     Keep up with Henry: Instagram: @drhenrycloud Twitter: @drhenrycloudofficial Free Resources: Churches That Heal   Also mentioned on this episode: 5 leadership books that changed your life (Brad): 21 Laws of Leadership, John Maxwell Good to Great, Jim Collins Visioneering, Andy Stanley Courageous Leadership, Bill Hybels Five Dysfunctions of a Team, Patrick Lencioni 5 books spiritual books that changed your life (Jason):  The Divine Conspiracy, Dallas Willard  Surprised by

On this episode of the Catalyst Podcast, Jason Haynes sits down with clinical psychologist and author Dr. Henry Cloud for a conversation about what happens to us mentally during a crisis. What is it that we lose when things are off-kilter? What can we control when everything seems out of control? Listen in as Henry shares how we can “build our house” on a strong foundation and help provide a space for our teams to feel secure and begin to thrive once again. Keep up with Henry: Instagram: @drhenrycloud Twitter: @drhenrycloudofficial Free Resources: Churches That Heal Also mentioned on this episode: Kevin Kelley Patrick Lencioni The New Breed movie

On this episode of the Catalyst Podcast, Brad Lomenick sits down with bioTrust founder Joel Marion for part two of a long-form conversation about Joel’s life, vocational journey, and motivation. Listen in as Joel shares how God impressed upon him to leverage his platform for Kingdom purposes, how he learned to share his faith with vulnerability and authenticity, and how taking the risk of being yourself will open many doors of influence.   Keep up with Joel: Instagram & Twitter: @JoelMarion Podcast: Born to Impact Website: joelmarion.com

On this episode of the Catalyst Podcast, Brad Lomenick sits down with bioTrust founder Joel Marion for part one of a long-form conversation about Joel’s life, vocational journey, and motivation. Listen in as Joel shares how God impressed upon him to leverage his platform for Kingdom purposes, how he learned to share his faith with vulnerability and authenticity, and how taking the risk of being yourself will open many doors of influence.   Keep up with Joel: Instagram & Twitter: @JoelMarion Podcast: Born to Impact

On this episode of the Catalyst Podcast, Jason Haynes sits down with Paula Faris for a conversation about calling and vocation. Why do we often confuse what we do with who we are? What effects can this confusion have on our bodies, our souls, and our relationships? Listen in as Paula shares what it truly means to be called, how to move past the fear holding you back, and how to walk God’s path for you. Keep up with Paula:  Instagram & Twitter: @PaulaFaris  Podcast: Journeys of Faith

On this episode of the Catalyst Podcast, Brad Lomenick sits down with Ken Costa for a conversation about how leaders should live and lead in our current cultural moment. Listen in as Ken explains how creative imagination, knowing your why, and investing in yourself are all vital traits of a leader in the midst of crisis.    Keep up with Ken: Instagram & Twitter: @kenjcosta Website: godatwork.org.uk  Additional resources from this episode:  Designing for Uncertainty Leader Check In  CARES Act Resources from Vanderblomen One Minute Pause App