The Blackbar Podcast
Tune in every other week to the Blackbar crew as they break down church media, marketing, and tech in today's scene. Jump in to stay up to date on media and technology relevant to the church as well as deep dives into mastering the art of sharing the greatest message ever told!
- Update frequency
- every 11 days
- Average duration
- 49 minutes
- Episodes
- 124
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2024
Ben Stapley: Leading Creative Experiences
Nick & Zach talk with Ben Stapley - a pastor, speaker, coach, content creator, producer, and all around jack of all trades. We discuss how to lead well while navigating the changing sea…
What To Expect When You're Expecting... To Rebrand
Recorded in a hotel room outside of Atlanta, the guys reconnect in person to talk about their experiences in rebranding and why brand identity is important.
Today's conversation was spa…
Justin Dean: Managing Your Brand When Poop Hits The Fan
On this episode, the guys talk with Justin Dean, Author, Marketing Director of Tithe.ly, and creator of That Church Conference, about both the importance and the necessity of public rel…
Jillian Design Co: Why Interior Design Matters
On this episode, Caleb and Zach talk with Jillian Lawson, lead interior designer with the Jillian Design Co. Informed by years of ministry experience, Jillian shares with us why interio…
Tod Bolsinger: Leading Through Crisis
The guys talk with Tod Bolsinger, an author, consultant, & executive leadership coach, about leading well during times of crisis and uncertainty. Tod also talks a bit about the intersec…
The Future of Blackbar (Live At UVF)
Recorded live at the University of Valley Forge, the Blackbar crew is back together in person once again!
On this special episode, Caleb, Nick, & Zach start out with an update on what y…
Why Your Church Isn't Growing Online
On this episode, the guys break down why churches are having such a difficult time growing online. They discuss in what ways the paradigm of digital evangelism has shifted in the past t…
Carl Barnhill: Creating Media In A Crunch
On this episode, Zach, Caleb, and Nick talk with Carl Barnhill, owner of ready made media company Twelve Thirty Media and host of the Making Sunday Happen podcast.
The guys discuss some…
Garrett Vandenberg: Deconstructing The Stigma of Deconstruction
On part two of this two-part conversation, Caleb and Zach discuss faith deconstruction with Garrett Vandenberg, a record producer, multi-instrumental songwriter, and host of the This Co…
Garrett Vandenberg: Doubt, Demolition, & Deconstruction
On part one of this two-part conversation, Caleb, Nick, and Zach discuss faith deconstruction with Garrett Vandenberg, a record producer, multi-instrumental songwriter, and host of the …
Can Christians Make Video Games?
On this episode, Nick and Caleb discuss what Christian influence has looked like in the world of video games and whether or not Jesus followers should embrace gaming culture.
Check out …
Christian Logos: Does Imagery Have Power?
On this episode, the guys breakdown some of Christianity's most iconic logos and ask, "Are these the best representations of the Christian faith in the modern age?"
Today's conversation …
Christina Jones: Creatives Are Essential
On this episode, the guys talk with podcaster and content creator Christina Jones about the importance of creatives both inside and outside of the church. From faith and health to creat…
Ten Talks: Should Your Church Continue Livestreaming?
Ten Talks is a debate style segment that serves to challenge differing opinions while also encouraging each one of us to grow in the lost art of respectful disagreement.
In today's conv…
Asia Pacific Media: Using Digital Media As Ministry
On this episode, the guys talk with Bill Snider and Patrick Tan of Asia Pacific Media about how their ministry is leveraging digital media to reach communities around the world.
Based o…
The Freelance Life
On this episode, the guys dive into some advice, best practices, and lessons they've learned from both being and hiring freelancers. They also discuss some future predictions for how up…
A Rogue Worship Leader Story
On this Star Wars Day special, Zach and Nick talk with Scot Leonard, also known as Rogue Worship Leader, about topics ranging from worship and church production, to Tik Tok, memes, and,…
Grant Newswanger: Putting the "Sound" in Sight & Sound Theatre
On this episode, Caleb and Zach talk with Grant Newswanger, Audio Engineer for Sight & Sound Theatre, about the nuances of mixing audio for large-scale theatre.
Check out Sight & Sound …
Ten Talks: Can Media Be A Ministry?
Ten Talks is a debate style segment that serves to challenge differing opinions while also encouraging each one of us to grow in the lost art of respectful disagreement.
In today's conv…
The Idol Of Production Value
On this episode, the guys talk about the dangers of allowing production value to become the ultimate focus of our work. They also discuss how culture, audience, and taste contribute to …