Season Finale: Re-Cap & Gospel Goodbyes

Jul 1, 2025

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This is the last episode of this season and the crew gathers in studio to reflect on their favorite episodes, share personal highlights, and unpack the cultural moments that shaped their year. From Whitney Pipkin’s profound conversation on dying, to the metaphor-rich teaching of Jonathan Pennington, the team reminisces on how these guests left lasting impressions. They also dive into what they’ve been reading, watching, and listening to—from Wendell Berry and Frank Edwards to Netflix series and DJ sets. The episode ends with Ty sharing about his upcoming church planting adventure in Roanoke, Virginia—he's moving but will still be on Culture Matters.

In this Episode

[01:16] Favorite Conversations of the Season: Highlights include Ray Ortlund’s poetic imagery, Whitney Pipkin on caring well, and Jonathan Pennington’s impactful metaphors.

[07:59] What’s Vibing: Books, Music & Culture: The crew discusses current cultural consumption—from Beth Allison Barr’s theology of ministry to the Netflix murder mystery The Residence.

[19:51] What We Are Watching: Netflix Bin Laden documentary, The Bear's return, The Stick, Mission Impossible

[28:06] Music Moments: Forrest Frank & DJ Discoveries: The success of Child of God II and the cultural shift we're seeing around it and exploring internet DJ culture.

[34:45] Ty’s Big Move: Ty announces his move to Roanoke, VA, to join a church plant—reflecting on calling, community, and new assignments.

[43:23] A Kingdom Goodbye: The team honors Ty’s contributions and shares blessings for his next chapter.

Resources Mentioned:

Books:

We Shall All Be Changed by Whitney Pipkin
Gentle and Lowly by Dane Ortlund
Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy and Waiting Isn't a Waste by Mark Vroegop
Swing Time by Zadie Smith
In the Garden of Beasts by Erik Larson
Becoming the Pastor's Wife by Beth Allison Barr
Jayber Crow by Wendell Berry
Tim Keller: His Spiritual and Intellectual Formation by Collin Hansen
The Reason for God by Tim Keller
Life Together by Dietrich Bonhoeffer

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