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...
Jan 17, 2022•1 hr 5 min
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...
Dec 27, 2021•59 min
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 ...
Dec 06, 2021•41 min
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 spe...
Nov 15, 2021•45 min
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 4...
Oct 25, 2021•56 min
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...
Oct 04, 2021•54 min
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...
Sep 13, 2021•1 hr 1 min
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 webs...
Aug 23, 2021•56 min
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 t...
Aug 02, 2021•34 min
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 f...
Jul 12, 2021•1 hr
Greg Atkinson joins Todd on the FILO Podcast to talk about how to develop volunteers, how to engage people and the inside scoop on his life as a secret church shopper. Show Notes: Learn more about Greg: Website | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | Social Media Church Conference | First Impressions Conference FILO Book: Looking for a good summer read for yourself or your team? Check out “I Love Jesus But I Hate Christmas”, written by Todd Elliott. Purchase an individual paperback copy, 10+ paperbac...
Jun 21, 2021•54 min
Todd hangs out with Lighting Designer Tony Fransen. They talk about details, earning trust, lighting for the room vs. lighting for TV, and the mayhem that is traveling evangelistic revivals. Show Notes: FILO Coaching Cohorts: 2 Cohort Groups are starting soon! Join the Women's Cohort, lead by Aubrey. Or the Cohort lead by Todd. Can't make either? Sign up on the Coaching Cohort waitlist to be the first to know when the next group launches. Leave a Review of the FILO Podcast: Your ratings and revi...
May 31, 2021•1 hr 12 min
Todd gets to hang out with Chelsea! As one of the original FILO Core Team members, Chelsea brings a deep love of process to help make FILO happen. They talk about the need to develop systems to help keep things on track, building relationships to build trust and how making cupcakes is a type of production. Show Notes: LifePlan: Paterson Center FILO 2021 Chicago Conference: It's happening tomorrow, May 11th and 12th! Visit the event website to learn more. Register with discount code "podcast10" t...
May 10, 2021•1 hr 2 min
Stephen Brewster joins the FILO podcast to talk about developing a creative culture, showing honor to one another, and brainstorming with a "yes, and" mentality. Show Notes: Seth Godin's Book: The Practice, Shipping Creative Work Jackie Brewster's Enneagram Devotional: Hearing God Speak Contact Stephen Brewster: Text him at 615.492.2342. Follow him on Instagram @b_rewster. Listen to his Blue Collar Creative Podcast. FILO 2021 Chicago Conference: Visit the event website to learn more. Register wi...
Apr 19, 2021•46 min
Todd sits down with Brian Tabor of Worship Leader Probs fame. They talk about how the Instagram account started and how it lead to launching a podcast. They talk about all the humor as well as the deep conversations that have resulted from people feeling seen and understood. Show Notes: FILO 2021 Chicago Conference: Visit the event website to learn more. Register with discount code "podcast10" to receive 10% off your in-person or streaming ticket! Leave a Review of the FILO Podcast: Your ratings...
Apr 09, 2021•50 min
Todd sits down with Caleb Loeppky from FILO Staffing and Stan Endicott from Slingshot Group to talk about the challenges of being a technical artist on staff at a local church when trying to figure out whether you need to buckle down or decide that your season is done. Show Notes: FILO Staffing: Interested in learning more? Visit the Staffing website to learn more. FILO Coaching Cohort: A new Cohort begins on April 8, 2021 and will meet on Thursday mornings for 4 weeks. Learn more or sign up on ...
Mar 29, 2021•57 min
Todd sits down with author, professor and consultant Dr. Andrew Johnston, who is one of the FILO 2021 Chicago main session speakers. They talk about creating a team culture that activates individual and collective creativity. Show Notes: Dr. Andrew Johnston's Book: Purchase Fired Up: Kindling and Keeping the Spark in Creative Teams on Amazon today. FILO Coaching Cohort: Sign Up on the Waitlist to be notified when the next Cohort launches! FILO 2021 Chicago Conference: Visit the event website to ...
Mar 08, 2021•54 min
Todd sits down with YouTuber and Teaching Pastor from Soul City Church in Chicago, Jon Jorgenson. They talk about being creative for yourself, creating for others, along with what it means to be a "team player". Show Notes: FILO Coaching Cohort: Sign Up on the Waitlist to be notified when the next Cohort launches! FILO 2021 Chicago Conference: Visit the event website to learn more. 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 ...
Feb 15, 2021•58 min
Todd sits down with Practical Worship YouTuber and worship leader Dave Dolphin to talk about important details to consider when streaming your services, including how to handle copyright. Show Notes: Dave Dolphin's YouTube Channel: Practical Worship Dave Dolphin's Website: PracticalWorshipBlog.Com Copyright Resources: Christian Copyright Solutions, CCLI, EasySongLicensing.Com "Man's Search For Meaning" by Viktor E. Frankl: Purchase the book on Amazon.
Jan 25, 2021•1 hr 3 min
Alec Takahashi is a FILO Faculty Alumni and a touring LD that Todd got to sit down with and talk about collaboration, details and Disney's obsession with both. Show Notes: Advent: Looking to catch up on the FILO Advent Series? Join Todd on a four-week journey to center your heart this season. Read or watch 4 guided Advent devotionals at FILO.ORG/BLOG. Book: I Love Jesus But I Hate Christmas: Tackling The Challenges Of Being A Church Technical Artist, by Todd Elliott. Learn more at FILO.ORG/BOOK....
Jan 04, 2021•1 hr 7 min
Todd sits down with Lee Fields from MxU and Bayside Church to talk about the importance of having a life outside of work. Whatever your occupation, it is key to have interests and hobbies that have nothing to do with your job. The rejuvenation that comes from having a hobby makes us better humans. Show Notes: Join Todd on a four-week journey to prepare for the arrival of Jesus. Read or watch 4 guided Advent devotionals at FILO.ORG/BLOG. We are grateful for Vertigo's support of this podcast episo...
Dec 14, 2020•54 min
Good friend to FILO, Dennis Choy shares his story of burnout with Todd. They work through how we can sometimes let burnout creep up on us by doing really good things, but by saying yes to too much, we end up saying no to things that matter. Show Notes: Book Recommendation: Leading On Empty: Refilling Your Tank and Renewing Your Passion by Wayne Cordeiro Contact Dennis directly: churchtechcoach@gmail.com We are grateful for Panasonic's support of this podcast episode. The folks at Panasonic would...
Nov 23, 2020•57 min
Nick and Todd have a conversation about the creative process, storytelling, creative risk, and being dependant on each other. A good conversation to listen together with your creative person. We are grateful for Ross' support of this podcast episode. Ross has included a Worship Production episode in their webinar series: Ross Live Season 2. Jeremy Bagwell, the House of Worship Business Development Manager at Ross, will share ways to enhance your volunteer experiences without spending an extra di...
Nov 02, 2020•59 min
Todd sits down with Amplio co-founder, Nate Krause to talk about multi-site churches, understanding the why behind a decision and firetrucks. We are grateful for Amplio's support of this podcast episode. Visit ampliosystems.com to start a conversation today!
Oct 12, 2020•36 min
Wes Hartley, former TD of Lakepointe Church in Dallas, sits down with Todd to talk about how we communicate with our teams to accomplish excellent services. We are grateful for Haivision's support of this podcast episode. Enter for a chance to win an Apple TV, learn more about streaming or chat with their team by heading to their website and fill out the form, today!
Sep 21, 2020•55 min
Todd has a chat with good friend Van Metschke, former local church TD and current Church Relations Advocate with CCI Solutions. They talk about pretty much everything. We are grateful for CCI Solution's support of this podcast episode. Interested in learning more or chatting with their team? Head to their website and fill out the contact form, today!
Aug 31, 2020•1 hr 4 min
Todd gets the tables turned on him and is interviewed by Jon Jorgenson about the newest FILO Resource, Todd's book: "I Love Jesus But I Hate Christmas". We are grateful for Living As One's support of this podcast episode. Interested in learning more or chatting with their team? Head to their website and fill out the contact form, today!
Aug 10, 2020•44 min
Todd sits down with Tres Cozad, the Systems Engineering Manager for Yamaha and Nexo. As a former church technical director, Tres shares from his experiences trying to figure out production needs for all the multi-use spaces at his church. We are grateful for Yamaha's support of this podcast episode. Interested in learning more or chatting with their team? Head to their website and fill out the contact form, today!
Jul 20, 2020•49 min
Todd sits down with FILO 2020 Main Session speaker Liz Bohannon to talk about her book Beginner's Pluck. Many of the concepts she discovered along the way to founding her own company are super applicable to the world of the technical arts in the local church and they dig through them! We are grateful for Sardis' support of this podcast episode. Call Sardis today at 847.231.5915, or shoot them an email at hello@sardisvents.com to start a conversation!
Jun 29, 2020•44 min
Todd talks with Kaleb Wilcox, associate pastor at Willow Creek's North Shore Campus and one of the people at the very first FILO brainstorming meeting all those years ago. They talk about how everyone executing the services are also worshippers and how that should affect how we pull off services. We are grateful for Adamson's support of this podcast episode. Visit filo.adamsonsystems.com to start a conversation today!
Jun 08, 2020•53 min
