
The Cause+Effect Podcast
Tired of doing things the same. way. every. year? The Cause+Effect Podcast, brought to you by the Dunham Podcast Network, is a fresh voice that breaks down the latest fundraising trends, leadership lessons and the ups and downs of the nonprofit industry. Our host Trent Dunham talks to a variety of guests with effective strategies and stories that inspire us. The goal? Increased effectiveness for more impact.
Latest episodes

Jun 25, 2020 • 26min
Creating a Healthy (and Fun) Culture: Part Two with Brian Mountjoy
D+C’s favorite Chief Culture Officer Brian Mountjoy returns to the podcast to talk more about creating connection and camaraderie within the walls of your office. Do your people feel safe, valued, and heard? Are you remembering to have some fun? When it comes to the workplace, culture is everything.

Jun 18, 2020 • 31min
Mental Health and the Local Church with Dr. Tim Clinton
In the midst of a national mental health crisis, Dr. Tim Clinton of the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC) is on the frontlines extending hope and encouraging the ‘church to be the church’ for such a time as this. He talks with Trent about the timely new initiative to train faith leaders and lay people in soul care, and the noble work of linking mental health and the church. If anything’s essential, it’s this topic.

Jun 11, 2020 • 38min
Be a Part of the Change with Jonathan Evans
Jonathan joins Trent for a moving conversation in the aftermath of the death of George Floyd. As Jonathan walks out his Kingdom calling in his own unique way, he challenges us to be leaders, not reactors, in the racial tensions of our day. He shares the importance of awareness, action, and God’s call to be uncomfortable with injustice.

Jun 4, 2020 • 43min
A Hard but Necessary Conversation on Race with Allan Houston
Allan Houston brings a timely message of responsibility and action for leaders to stop racism in America. He draws parallels between what he’s learned on basketball court and how he's influencing the next generation to implement change.

May 21, 2020 • 42min
Experiencing Jesus in the Pandemic with Bayless and Harrison Conley
A new avenue of the church has come to stay, and Pastors Bayless and Harrison Conley in Southern California are here for it! We talk specifics on leadership, online service innovation, how to “simplify in order to strengthen”, and the powerful perspective that God has chosen YOU to lead during this very season.

May 14, 2020 • 38min
Proactive + Encouraging Leadership with Matt Chandler and Josh Patterson
Matt Chandler and Josh Patterson from The Village Church share how their team became proactive and quickly adapted to the reality of church during COVID-19. They continue to stay energized through innovation, encouragement and enduring leadership.

May 12, 2020 • 29min
How COVID-19 Will Affect Your Donors
We uncover fresh research regarding giving during a global pandemic with key takeaways from the data and donor mindset for the future. Stay on message, double down, and be encouraged – donors are engaged and things are looking up!

May 7, 2020 • 33min
God is Shaking Up His Church with Jack Graham and Jarrett Stephens
Dr. Jack Graham and Dr. Jarrett Stephens of Prestonwood Baptist Church give their perspectives on this unique season of ministry and why they want to get the “roof off and the walls down.” They share what they believe is the key to why their church is currently thriving and inspire us to jump in on the frontlines of all God is doing.

Apr 30, 2020 • 47min
Leading Through Change with Skip and Nate Heitzig
It’s multi-generational leadership at its best! Visionaries Skip and Nate Heitzig of Calvary Church Albuquerque discuss how they’ve pivoted their ministry during this season of quarantine and offer tangible examples of new ways to reach people in your unique ministry space.

Apr 28, 2020 • 9min
Season One Highlights (+ Sneak Peek)
That’s a wrap for season one of The Dunham Podcast! Trent highlights some of the experts, ministries, and topics that brought valuable insight and gives a sneak peek into season two including topics such as maximizing engagement through social platforms and how to shape culture in your organization. Stay tuned for a special podcast release this week!