Episodes

Todd talks about the importance of always refining the methods to accomplish a mission, and not being married to “the way we’ve always done it.” There are many ways to allocate resources, so how do we leverage what we have for the maximum impact? Todd looks back on the podcast and talks about what’s next. Show Notes: Follow FILO on Social Media: Instagram | Facebook FILO Emails: The best way to stay in the loop with what FILO is up to, is to sign up to receive our emails. FILO Advent: As we h...

Ryland Russell joins the podcast to talk about the benefits of livestreaming our services. It is some of the most live and unfiltered content online (talk about authentic!) and is a great front door for people to check out our churches. They talk about ways to improve and resources that can help get the most out of what you’re already doing. Show Notes: FILO Cohorts: So often as a technical artist, it can be easy to forget to look after yourself. FILO is here to provide spaces where you can fe...

Todd sits down with the team from Reach Communications, an event, rental, equipment sales and installation company that helped with technology support to make the FILO Conference happen this year. Dan, Steve and Josh share their production journey stories and how that has translated into who Reach is today. They also have a vulnerable conversation about the struggle between being excellent and being perfect. Show Notes: FILO 2025 Digital Resources: The FILO 2025 Resource Library is OPEN! Head ...

Bryan Bailey from Prestonwood Baptist in Dallas joins Todd on the Podcast to talk about the importance of not just doing whatever seems good for production, but also the need to be strategic with how technology aligns with fulfilling the mission of our churches. Show Notes: FILO 2025 Digital Resources: Stick close to your email and social media feeds to be notified when the Resources are released this week! Be sure to grab the download of Bryan Bailey’s Breakout on Camera Robotics! FILO Cohor...

Delwin Eiland and Nate Parker, the Worship Leader and Technical Producer for FILO 2025, sit down with Todd to talk about some behind the scenes stuff from the Main Sessions of the FILO Conference, as well as the importance of trust between the platform and production teams. Show Notes: FILO Book – Learn more about I Love Jesus But I Hate Christmas on our website: filo.org/book. Be sure to specifically check out the chapter titled “Tenacity in Relationships” for more on today’s topic! Subscrib...

Todd sits down with Nate Aguilar, the brains behind all the technology used to pull off the FILO Conference. They talk about streaming, using Willow Creek infrastructure and setting up the volunteers up to succeed as we streamed 8 Breakouts simultaneously. Show Notes: FILO 2025 Highlight Video FILO 2026: Live Stream and In-Person tickets are available for the lowest rate through May 27, 2025. Learn more at filo.org/filo2026. Don’t forget, the 10% off discount code for podcast listeners is “pod...

Brian Taylor joins Todd to talk about how to show up fully in our roles as technical artists, and how our perspective can help completely change our environments. Show Notes: FILO 2025 Conference: Today’s guest will be joining us at the Conference that kicks off next week, on May 6th! And it’s not too list to join us In-Person or on the Live Stream. Learn more and grab your tickets at filo.org/filo2025. Don’t forget, the 10% off discount code for podcast listeners is “podcast10”. Subscribe to...

Todd talks with Brian Grahn from Clear-Com. They talk about how a good intercom system can help free us up to do what we do best instead of worrying about how to communicate. Brian also talks about the new technology that Clear-Com offers to help integrate into a system you might already have. Show Notes: FILO 2025 Conference: Our next registration price jump is coming up quickly on April 9! Learn more and grab your tickets at filo.org/filo2025. Don’t forget, the 10% off discount code for podc...

Megan Fate Marshman joins the FILO Podcast in anticipation of speaking at the FILO 2025 Conference. They talk about her new book “Relaxed” and how church technical artists can learn from Jesus’ example. Show Notes: FILO 2025 Conference: Today’s guest will be joining us as a Main Session Speaker at the upcoming Conference. And our next price jump is coming up quickly on April 9! Learn more and grab your tickets at filo.org/filo2025. Don’t forget, the 10% off discount code for podcast listeners ...

Todd talks with Brad Bramer, the Executive Producer at Southeast Christian Church in Louisville, KY. They talk about the importance of communicating between teams, transitioning from doing to leading and not running while on intercom. Show Notes: FILO Coaching: FILO Coaching is based on decades of church production experience and provides the specific help you need through one-on-one leadership coaching. Take the next step in your personal development, your leadership development, and your tea...

Todd talks with Jackie Glass, Executive Wellness Coach and good friend of the FILO Team. They talk about the importance of each of us being centered around peace and how that effects everything we do and each person we come into contact with. Show Notes: FILO 2025 Conference: Experience community with other technical artists from around the world to learn new skills and to be reminded that what you do matters. Our next price jump is coming up on February 12! Learn more and grab your tickets at...

Todd is joined by Toby Walters from ChurchGear. They talk about trends in the local church, the need for community within the technical artist community and why Toby wears red shoes. Show Notes: FILO Cohorts: So often as a technical artist, it can be easy to forget to look after yourself. FILO is here to provide spaces where you can feel seen, known, and valued. FILO Cohorts are a place where you can receive practical coaching and best practice sharing. Learn more at filo.org/cohorts. FILO 20...

Todd sits down with Todd Henry, author of several books with the goal of helping people be Brave, Focused and Brilliant. They talk about a wide range of topics including building culture around you and not just waiting for someone else to create it; transitioning from doing to leading; and showing up with curiosity and humility. Show Notes: FILO 2025 Conference: Today’s guest will be joining us at the upcoming Conference. And our next price jump is coming up quickly! Learn more and grab your t...

Nicole Lucas, Creative Arts Pastor at Christ Community Church in St. Charles, IL sits down with Aubrey Wentz to talk about the importance of self care and taking a Sabbath. God intended for us to last for the long haul and not burn ourselves out. Show Notes: FILO Cohorts: This episode is a recording from a 2024 Summer Skills Cohort. If you are intrigued to learn more about Cohorts or if you would like to sign up for one, head to filo.org/cohorts. Giving Tuesday: FILO Community NFP is a US-reg...

FILO’s Aubrey Wentz talks with Shawn Williams and Jeff Boriss from Willow Creek Church about the challenges of production people and pastors working together. Learning to communicate and teach each other what it takes to make Sundays happen are key ingredients to having successful outcomes…and not hating each other. 🙂 Show Notes: FILO Cohorts: This episode is a recording from a 2024 Summer Skills Cohort. If you are intrigued to learn more about Cohorts or if you would like to sign up for one, ...

Todd and Willow talk about why it is so important to figure out a vision for teams to understand what matters and what doesn’t. From there, they discuss why our volunteers need to hear the vision often, so that the whole team can be on the same page. Show Notes: You Matter To Us: We periodically ask the FILO Community on Instagram about what struggles they’re experiencing. We take those topics and produce content addressing those issues. Keep sharing and keep engaging in the Blog and Podcast p...

Todd is joined by the lead pastor and production volunteer at Hope Culture Church to talk about creating an environment for serving and setting a foundation for others to succeed. Show Notes: 2025 Cohorts: The 2025 schedule of Cohorts has been released! Learn more and sign up today at filo.org/cohorts. 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 FIL...

Todd is joined by Christina and Adam to talk about collaboration. Coming from the production and creative ends of the spectrum, they talk about the ways they have found to work best together to accomplish the goals of the weekend service. Show Notes: Invest In Your Team: As we head into fall, now is a great time to invest in your team! Purchase copies of the FILO book and talk through the discussion questions at the end of each chapter. Or download a digital resource from a past Conference and...

Beau Norton joins Todd to talk about how, when and why use contractors to fill positions on the production team at church. They talk about the importance of consistency and team culture, as well as expectations from the church’s leadership. Show Notes: FILO Cohorts: There are a few spots left in the final 101 Cohort of 2024 that launches October 8th! Register today! If that Thursday weekly Cohort doesn’t work in your schedule, you can view the rest of the year’s schedule on our website. Subsc...

Todd is joined by Tim Stevens, former executive pastor at Willow Creek Church. They talk about the importance of the culture on a team and the part that each of us has to play in creating it in our own sphere of influence. Show Notes: Summer Skills Cohort: Journey with like-minded technical artists for growth and support as well as meet with an industry leader for an in-depth discussion around a topic. The best part? Sharing how you’re learning and growing with your group for added support and...

Todd has a chat with Kirk Denson from Willow Creek Church. They talk about the importance of developing people, not just to be better technicians but better humans. Show Notes: Summer Skills Cohort: Journey with like-minded technical artists for growth and support as well as meet with an industry leader for an in-depth discussion around a topic. The best part? Sharing how you’re learning and growing with your group for added support and accountability. Join us for the final August session! Lea...

Todd sits down with Brennan Wilkins to talk his journey of working at a portable church to now helping to design technical systems for some of the coolest projects around from stadiums, theaters and even large spherical venues in the desert. Show Notes: Summer Skills Cohort: Journey with like-minded technical artists for growth and support as well as meet with an industry leader for an in-depth discussion around a topic. The best part? Sharing how you’re learning and growing with your group fo...

Todd talks with Alexis Leon, Gatherings Producer at Passion City Church. They talk about being tired on Sunday morning, working long hours for a conference and showing up with confidence in who you are in Jesus. Show Notes: FILO 2024 Highlight Video FILO 2024 Parody Video FILO 2025: Live Stream and In-Person tickets are available for the lowest rate through May 31, 2024. Learn more at filo.org/filo2025. Don’t forget, the 10% off discount code for podcast listeners is “podcast10”. Summer Skill...

Toby and Blake wrestle the hosting role away from Todd to talk about everything that’s happening at the FILO Conference starting tomorrow! Show Notes: FILO 2024: Conference starts tomorrow! Live Stream and In-Person tickets are still available. Learn more at filo.org/filo2024. Don’t forget, the 10% off discount code for podcast listeners is “podcast10”. Subscribe to the FILO Podcast: Never miss an episode! Subscribe to the FILO Podcast on your favorite podcast platform and be alerted any time...