FILO Podcast

Todd has a conversation with Worship Leader and Coach, Becky Ykema. They talk about their time together working at Willow Creek and how technical artists and their counterparts can work more effectively together. Show Notes: FILO Coaching Cohorts: We recently launched a new Cohort and have 2 new Cohorts launching soon! To learn more and register, head at filo.org/coaching. Becky Ykema's Podcast: Becky is the creator and host of a new podcast: Confessions of a Former Megachurch Singer. Learn more and take a listen here: beckyykema.com/darling FILO 2022 Chicago Conference: Tickets are the cheapest they’ll ever be right now! And even better than that: you can get 10% off your ticket purchases by using Promo Code "PODCAST10" during checkout. We recently published the Conference schedule and local area discounted hotels on the website. Head to filo.org/filo2022chicago for more details. Subscribe to the FILO Podcast: Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the FILO Podcast on your favorite podcast platform and be alerted any time we launch a new episode. Leave a review of the FILO Podcast: Your ratings and reviews help spread the word about the FILO Podcast to others. We'd appreciate your help! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Have ideas for the FILO Podcast? Email your feedback, send us your topic ideas or names of people you think we should interview! filopodcast@filo.org FILO Emails: The best way to stay in the loop with what FILO is up to, is to sign up to receive our emails. Follow FILO on Social Media: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter

Todd talks with Jeremy Van Valkenberg, the Production Director at Transformation Church in Tulsa, OK. They talk about all the cool production stuff they are doing at Transformation, only to realize that it is more about Jesus than what new gear they need to get it done. Show Notes: FILO Advent Devotionals: It’s not ever too late to engage with the FILO Advent series. Devotionals can be read or watched at: filo.org/blog. FILO Coaching Cohorts: We are launching 3 new Cohorts this week! Stick close to your email and social to hear the announcement. For updates and to learn more, head at filo.org/coaching. FILO 2022 Chicago Conference: Tickets are the cheapest they’ll ever be right now! The Conference schedule and local area discounted hotels are live on the website as well. Head to filo.org/filo2022chicago for more details. Subscribe to the FILO Podcast: Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the FILO Podcast on your favorite podcast platform and be alerted any time we launch a new episode. Leave a review of the FILO Podcast: Your ratings and reviews help spread the word about the FILO Podcast to others. We’d appreciate your help! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Have ideas for the FILO Podcast? Email your feedback, send us your topic ideas or names of people you think we should interview! filopodcast@filo.org FILO Emails: The best way to stay in the loop with what FILO is up to, is to sign up to receive our emails. Follow FILO on Social Media: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter

Todd had the chance to fill in as TD for friend Alan Riggs and was inspired by the ownership of the people on Alan’s team. So they sat down to talk about what secrets Alan could share about how to build a team full of owners. Show Notes: FILO Book: “I Love Jesus But I Hate Christmas” by Todd Elliott is a great resource to gift yourself or your volunteers this holiday season! FILO Advent Devotionals: It’s not ever too late to engage with the FILO Advent series. Devotionals can be read or watched at: filo.org/blog. FILO 2022 Chicago Conference: Tickets are the cheapest they’ll ever be right now! Head to filo.org/filo2022chicago for more details. FILO Merch: Tshirts and hoodies and hats and other swag are available at filo.org/merch. Check it out today! 14 Days of FILO Giveaways: We are in the middle of an epic 2 weeks of giveaways over on our Instagram page. We’d love to give you free stuff! Subscribe to the FILO Podcast: Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the FILO Podcast on your favorite podcast platform and be alerted any time we launch a new episode. Leave a review of the FILO Podcast: Your ratings and reviews help spread the word about the FILO Podcast to others. We’d appreciate your help! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Have ideas for the FILO Podcast? Email your feedback, send us your topic ideas or names of people you think we should interview! filopodcast@filo.org FILO Emails: The best way to stay in the loop with what FILO is up to, is to sign up to receive our emails. Follow FILO on Social Media: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter

Todd sits down with FILO Faculty Alumni Pete Richardson of the Paterson Center. They talk about bringing clarity, strategy and a plan to the situations we face, not only in our work as technical artists, but also as people created by God to bring a unique contribution to the world. Show Notes: Christmas gift idea: “I Love Jesus But I Hate Christmas” written by Todd Elliott is a great gift idea for members of your team! Learn more and purchase your copies today at FILO.ORG/book. Chapter 22 is specifically helpful during this holiday season: “Production is Tough. Let’s Enjoy It.” Subscribe to the FILO Podcast: Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the FILO Podcast on your favorite podcast platform and be alerted any time we launch a new episode. Leave a review of the FILO Podcast: Your ratings and reviews help spread the word about the FILO Podcast to others. We’d appreciate your help! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Have ideas for the FILO Podcast? Email your feedback, send us your topic ideas or names of people you think we should interview! filopodcast@filo.org FILO Emails: The best way to stay in the loop with what FILO is up to, is to sign up to receive our emails. Follow FILO on Social Media: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter

The FILO Podcast’s editor joins Todd on the other side of the mic for this episode. They talk about the practicalities of audio post-production for video. How much time to spend, where to start, tools to use, all the good stuff. Show Notes: FILO 2022 Chicago Conference: Tickets are the cheapest they’ll ever be right now! Head to filo.org/filo2022chicago for more details. Audio tools mentioned in this podcast: Izotope RX Sanken COS-11D Nuendo Schoeps CMIT5 DPA 4017 Neumann KMR 81 Sennheiser MKH 416 Cedar Noise Reduction Ryan Pribyl’s work:  Level Audio Willow Creek – Mittens on Mission William’s Story Celebrating Hidden Heroes Bettor Days Chasing Whiskey Subscribe to the FILO Podcast: Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the FILO Podcast on your favorite podcast platform and be alerted any time we launch a new episode. Leave a review of the FILO Podcast: Your ratings and reviews help spread the word about the FILO Podcast to others. We’d appreciate your help! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Have ideas for the FILO Podcast? Email your feedback, send us your topic ideas or names of people you think we should interview! filopodcast@filo.org FILO Emails: The best way to stay in the loop with what FILO is up to, is to sign up to receive our emails. Follow FILO on Social Media: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter

Todd talks with Jeremy Bagwell from Ross Video about his journey through production in the local church. They touch on burnout…or perceived burnout, career advancement and living in a camper while your house gets worked on. We are grateful for Ross’ support of this podcast episode. Visit rossvideo.com to start a conversation today! Show Notes: Going to the Amplio Worship Classic? Find Todd out on the golf course! Learn more at amplio.golf. FILO Blog: The Blog is a way to process new ideas of how we can best contribute in the area of church production to our local churches. Check it out! FILO.ORG/BLOG. Subscribe to the FILO Podcast: Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the FILO Podcast on your favorite podcast platform and be alerted any time we launch a new episode. Leave a review of the FILO Podcast: Your ratings and reviews help spread the word about the FILO Podcast to others. We’d appreciate your help! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Have ideas for the FILO Podcast? Email your feedback, send us your topic ideas or names of people you think we should interview! filopodcast@filo.org FILO Emails: The best way to stay in the loop with what FILO is up to, is to sign up to receive our emails. Follow FILO on Social Media: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter

Todd welcomes Sara back to talk about the importance of personal core values and how they impact your purpose. Show Notes: FILO Book: “I Love Jesus But I Hate Christmas” by Todd Elliott FILO Coaching: One-On-One Coaching, Service Evaluation, Team Development and Cohorts. Learn more and explore the opportunities at FILO.ORG/COACHING. Subscribe to the FILO Podcast: Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the FILO Podcast on your favorite podcast platform and be alerted any time we launch a new episode. Leave a review of the FILO Podcast: Your ratings and reviews help spread the word about the FILO Podcast to others. We’d appreciate your help! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Have ideas for the FILO Podcast? Email your feedback, send us your topic ideas or names of people you think we should interview! filopodcast@filo.org FILO Emails: The best way to stay in the loop with what FILO is up to, is to sign up to receive our emails. Follow FILO on Social Media: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter

Todd finally has Jacob Cody on the podcast! What took so long?! From Jacob’s role at Bayside Church in Northern, CA, they talk about creating boundaries, building trust and eating good food with your team after a long day. Show Notes: Book: “Winning” by Jack Welsh Book: “Man’s Search For Meaning” by Victor Frankl Connect with Jake Cody: Instagram FILO Coaching Cohort: A new Women’s Cohort begins on September 7th, 2021 and will meet on Tuesday evenings for 4 weeks. Learn more on the coaching website. FILO Book: Invest in your team this fall. Read through “I Love Jesus But I Hate Christmas” as a team. Learn more and purchase books with a bulk discount at FILO.ORG/BOOK. Subscribe to the FILO Podcast: Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the FILO Podcast on your favorite podcast platform and be alerted any time we launch a new episode. Leave a review of the FILO Podcast: Your ratings and reviews help spread the word about the FILO Podcast to others. We’d appreciate your help! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Have ideas for the FILO Podcast? Email your feedback, send us your topic ideas or names of people you think we should interview! filopodcast@filo.org FILO Emails: The best way to stay in the loop with what FILO is up to, is to sign up to receive our emails. Follow FILO on Social Media: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter

Todd sits down with Nate Anderson from Resi. They talk about the history of Resi, some of the secret sauce and where things are headed for church streaming.We are grateful for Resi’s support of this podcast episode. Visit resi.io to start a conversation today!Show Notes:Book: “Painting As A Pastime” by Winston ChurchillFILO 2021 Chicago Digital Resources: Did you attend FILO 2021 Chicago in-person or through live-stream access? Or perhaps you missed it this year and wish you could listen in on the really solid content?  Great news! The four dynamic main sessions plus ALL of the 50 breakout classes are now available for purchase at FILO.ORG. Catch up on a breakout you missed or re-watch your favorites, show a volunteer a class that you think would help them, or watch one of the main sessions as a team-building exercise. Don’t miss the opportunity to become more effective as a technical artist!Subscribe to the FILO Podcast: Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the FILO Podcast on your favorite podcast platform and be alerted any time we launch a new episode.Leave a review of the FILO Podcast: Your ratings and reviews help spread the word about the FILO Podcast to others. We’d appreciate your help! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Have ideas for the FILO Podcast? Email your feedback, send us your topic ideas or names of people you think we should interview! filopodcast@filo.orgFILO Emails: The best way to stay in the loop with what FILO is up to, is to sign up to receive our emails.Follow FILO on Social Media: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter

Todd and Chad Vegas sit down to talk about excellence in production, following God’s call in our lives and how many office moves he’s had at Transformation Church. Show Notes: FILO Coaching Cohort: So often as technical artists, it can be easy to forget to look after yourself. To help with that, FILO offers Virtual Coaching Cohorts for personalized coaching and best practice sharing. Each Cohort has a limit of 10 people and runs for 4 weeks. Each week features a 2 hour program hosted by a FILO facilitator, leading discussions on building a strong production foundation at your church, learning how to enjoy the hard work with our teams, dealing with change and most importantly, learning to lead ourselves. Join a small community of church technical artists to inspire and encourage each other to the next level of effectiveness. Learn more or sign up on the waitlist to be notified when the next Cohort launches! Check out past highlighted episodes of the FILO Podcast: Episode 23 – Reid Wall – How to build a great production culture. Episode 37 – Justin Firesheets – It’s all about people. Episode 45 – Kaleb Wilcox – Tech people need to worship too. FILO Blog: Looking for ways to develop yourself this summer? Check out the FILO Blog where Todd shares new ideas on how we can best contribute in the area of church production at our local churches. Leave a review of the FILO Podcast: Your ratings and reviews help spread the word about the FILO Podcast to others. We’d appreciate your help! Leave a review on Apple Podcasts. Have ideas for the FILO Podcast? Email your feedback, send us your topic ideas or names of people you think we should interview! filopodcast@filo.org FILO Emails: The best way to stay in the loop with what FILO is up to, is to sign up to receive our emails. Follow FILO on Social Media: Instagram | Facebook | Twitter