Filo Podcast

Todd sits down with Ashlee Eiland one of the main session speakers for the FILO Conference this year. They talk about her journey from service producer to co-lead Pastor of Mars Hill Church in Grand Rapids, MI. Show Notes: FILO 2022 Chicago Conference: We are just a couple months away! Today’s guest, Ashlee Eiland, is […]

Todd talks with Wes Harris, TD of Radiant Bible Church outside of Indianapolis. They chat it up about the importance of being in community with other church technical artists, whether that is through the FILO Conference experience, FILO Cohorts or the network of Chruch TD’s in the Indianapolis area. Show Notes: FILO Coaching Cohorts: 2 […]

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

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

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 pl

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: […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 Churchill […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]