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Leading an Agency is super-rewarding one day, and terribly difficult the next. On this show, Benjamin Lander, a seasoned entrepreneur and agency CEO, invites guests to share their agency experience. From lessons learned, over best practices, to beautiful success stories: Leading Your Agency will cast lights on the things that differentiates the good from the great.
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Christ and Culture

Christ and Culture

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The Christ and Culture podcast with Benjamin Quinn connects Christ to all of life. In each episode, you'll see how faith intersects with every aspect of culture via succinct, fascinating conversations with leaders and thinkers in these fields. You'll be equipped to advance the way of Christ in all of culture. We want to be faithful followers of Christ in today's ever-changing culture. Will you join us on the journey?
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How can parents navigate our cultural moment? Rachel Gilson joins us to discuss. She explains when and how to have “the talk,” the importance of using accurate language, and teaching our kids why God’s plan for gender and sexuality is true, good, and beautiful. Plus, she explores how today’s moment allows the gospel to shine more clearly. Plus, Dr.…
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More and more people are working remotely. But while this approach has many benefits, it also has its own challenges. How can you develop and maintain relationships while working remotely? Southeastern alum Jason Belk joins us to discuss. He highlights the challenges of loneliness, the importance of cultivating relationships, and some practical tip…
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Do you feel busy and burned out? You’re not alone. Today, Dr. Beau Landers joins us to talk about the importance of rest. He defines rest (“a life properly ordered”), roots it in the Christian story, and offers tips to pastors and church leaders on how to lead their people to rest. He also wades into the debate about whether the Sabbath requirement…
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Today, Benjamin Quinn is joined by Nathan Finn of North Greenville Univeristy and Dan Darling of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary for the first ever “Headlines” roundtable episode! The guys talk about the debate, the toolbelt generation, education trends, and (of course) football. Later in the episode, Trevin Wax offers some post-debate re…
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Today’s episode is BQ x 2 — as Benjamin’s brother Brandon joins the conversation. He talks about how he integrates his faith into his role as a public school superintendent. He offers wise leadership lessons about embracing who you are, serving your community, navigating your context without compromising convictions, the leader’s character, looking…
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In North Carolina, the Opportunity Scholarship gives parents funds to send their children to private and charter schools — and other states are following suit. How should we think about such voucher programs — and the school choice movement as a whole? Dr. Bryce Hantla joins us for a nuanced conversation on the pros and cons of school choice. He ta…
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Christ and Culture is back for season 5! With a new season and a new director, we took the opportunity to change some things up — and cast a fresh vision for the Christ and Culture Podcast — and the Center for Faith and Culture as a whole. In today’s episode, Benjamin Quinn tells you his story, how he became interested in faith and culture, and wha…
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It’s a summer bonus episode! Dr. Mike Strauss joins us to talk about his work his work with the Large Hadron Collider and the Higgs boson particle (AKA the “God particle). He also explores his apologetic work within the sciences – and why he believes faith and science don’t conflict.Watch Dr. Strauss' talk at Southeastern, "The Scientific Evidence …
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This week’s episode is our season 4 finale. It also serves as a transition, as Dr. Keathley makes an important announcement. In the episode, Dr. Keathley tells Dr. Quinn about his journey to the Center for Faith and Culture. Their conversation touches on the origins of the Center for Faith and Culture, what Dr. Keathley has most enjoyed about servi…
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Our Center is named after the late L. Russ Bush. Dr. Tom Nettles joins Dr. Ken Keathley to talk about their mutual friend, Dr. Bush — “one of the great saints of Southern Baptist life.” Dr. Nettles tells how he became friends with Dr. Bush, their shared concerns about the Southern Baptist Convention, and how their landmark book Baptists and the Bib…
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For the past three years, we at the Center for Faith and Culture have been involved in a project on theological anthropology. What does that term mean, and what have we learned? Christopher Talbot joins us to discuss his work in this area — and what resources he’d recommend if we want to learn more. (The conversation starts at 9:40.) Plus, in “Head…
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Malcolm Yarnell joins us to talk about Karl Barth, natural theology, general theology, and what (if anything) we can learn about God from the natural world. (The conversation starts at 15:55.) Plus, in “Headlines” (1:15), Dr. Ant Greenham returns to discuss the Middle East, campus protests, and antisemitism. And in “On My Bookshelf” (39:40), Dr. Ya…
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The universe is bigger, more mysterious, and more active than we could ever have imagined. Dr. Jennifer Wiseman has spent her career studying the universe. She explains how it all leads her to agree with the Psalmist that “the heavens declare the glory of God.” (The conversation starts at 9:00) In “Headlines” (3:10), we honor Dr. Adrianne Miles. An…
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🚨 BREAKING NEWS 🚨 Celebrate our upcoming 150th episode by entering our biggest giveaway ever! iamgoi.ng/ccgiveaway24 Smartphones have become an indispensable part of our lives. But have we allowed these devices too much control in our lives? And what can we do about it? Brad Littlejohn highlights the challenges of smartphones, what we can do, and t…
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What is education ultimately for? How should we think about public and private education? And is education merely about job readiness? Dr. Jacob Shatzer returns to the podcast to cast a vision for a theologically rich Christian vision of education. He encourages us to integrate faith and education, and he highlights challenges in education we need …
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How can we be faithful Christians in the public square? Dr. Keathley talks with Brent Leatherwood and Miles Mullin of The Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission. The conversation touches on the public square, pro-life policies, gun violence, and “prophetic patriotism.” (The conversation begins at 1:40) Plus, in “On My Bookshelf” (33:10), Brent Lea…
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How can you glorify God in golf? PGA tour golfer Webb Simpson and his longtime friend William Kane join us to talk about we can glorify God in all our work and vocation — yes, including golf. The two share their testimonies, share how they maintain a focus on Christ, and explain how they live out the Great Commission in the golf community? (The con…
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“We’re seeing the failures of the sexual revolution.” Katie McCoy joins us to discuss gender, identity, womanhood, and how we can address these topics biblically in an increasingly confused culture. (The conversation starts at 2:00). Plus, in “On My Bookshelf” (36:25) Dr. McCoy tells us about a book she’s reading right now — and an all-time favorit…
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Liz Hall wasn’t prepared to suffer. She'd studied suffering in her academic career, but a cancer diagnosis made her realize that she needed to make these truths person. So how can people draw on their faith in times of suffering, and how can we better prepare ourselves and others to suffer well? (The conversation starts at 11:00.) Plus, in “Headlin…
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Justin Barrett is a scientist who’s studied, among many things, the uniqueness of human beings. But he’s burdened that Christ-followers are woefully underrepresented in the sciences, and he wants to help change that. He wants more Christians who are “fully-integrated people, that their faith informs, motivates, and affects" how they do their work. …
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Kenny and Claire Hilliard always loved music. But when suffering sidetracked their ministry path, music became more than a hobby. It became a calling. Benjamin Quinn talks with them about their story, chronological snobbery, suffering, and worship for the weary. (The conversation starts at 6:25.)Plus, in “Headlines” (1:20), Nathaniel Williams talks…
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Chelsea Patterson Sobolik worked on Capitol Hill. But when her boss was caught up in the MeToo movement, she suddenly lost her job due to no fault of her own. This sent her on a journey to rediscover a gospel vision for women in the workplace — and to write the book she wished she had in that season of confusion. Sobolik talks to Benjamin Quinn and…
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How can Christians address the racial divide? Most people flock to either color blindness or antiracism, but George Yancey thinks there might be a more productive path forward. (The conversation begins at 7:35.)Plus, in “Headlines” (1:10), Dr. Amanda Aucoin discusses the death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny.” And in “On My Bookshelf” (…
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What is productivity, and how does our faith give us a unique perspective on how we use our time? Ana Ávila joins us to talk about this important topic. The conversation touches on topics like limitations, time, the theological significance of sleep, priorities, the necessity of wisdom, and the effects of technology on our productivity. (The conver…
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For a long time, beauty has been “the Cinderella step-sister to truth and goodness.” Pastor Matt Capps wants that to change. He joins us to discuss art, aesthetics, and the Christian life. He explains what beauty is, where it comes from, and why humans have the capacity to experience and create beautiful things. He then connects these conversations…
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We live in a culture of commodification. What challenges does this present to human personhood? Dr. Paul Louis Metzger has written extensively about the perils of otherizing, objectifying, and “thingifying” other people. But this conversation isn’t just theoretical for Dr. Metzger; it’s personal, as he’s navigated these questions with suffering in …
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What are the benefits of learning through travel? Dr. Stephen Eccher joins us to discuss our Oxford Study Tour — a life-changing trip in which key moments in church history comes alive. (The conversation starts at 11:45.) Plus, in “Headlines” (1:15), Jessica Prol Smith recaps March for Life and her experience advocating for life. And in “On My Book…
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Talking Team, Scaling and Innovation with Anatoliy Labinskiy In this episode, we're excited to welcome Anatoliy Labinskiy, a renowned entrepreneur and eCommerce expert. Anatoliy, the founder of GSM Growth and co-founder of EcomScout.io, will join us to share his journey and expertise in scaling a remote eCommerce agency. Episode Talking Points: Jou…
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Sandra Peoples talks to us about disability, the dignity of all people, and how local churches can serve families with disabilities. (The conversation starts at 8:15.) Plus, in “Headlines” (1:15), Dr. Quinn reflects on failure in sports. And in “On My Bookshelf” (30:45) Sandra shares a book she’s reading right now.Visit our website: https://cfc.seb…
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What is Critical Theory (CT), and how should Christians think about it? Drs. Neil Shenvi and Pat Sawyer join us to discuss their new book, 'Critical Dilemma,' which was named World Magazine’s 2023 Book of the Year. They explain why CT is so skeptical of received wisdom, how it’s different than critical thinking, the big emphasis on power plays, and…
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The Christmas season is incredibly busy. How can families intentionally help their kids to remember Jesus in the midst of it? Today’s episode is designed to help you “prepare Him room” in your life and family this year! In “Headlines” (1:40), Amy Whitfield talks with Nathaniel Williams about her new children’s book on Lottie Moon — and what listene…
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The evangelical church is finally talking about singleness, much to the delight of today’s guest Dani Treweek. What can we learn from church history about singleness? How can married couples can encourage single Christians? What truth do we often overlook in these conversations? And how should the church respond to the fact that 50% of all adults i…
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Artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere. What exactly is it, what challenges does it present? And (most importantly), how can we think Christianly about it? In today’s episode, we talk to three experts in the field of AI. They discuss these questions and more — including what new AI innovations may be on the horizon. (The conversation begins at …
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In this episode of "Leading Your Agency" podcast, we dive into the world of architectural rendering with Gabriel Esteban, the CEO of Plus Render. Gabriel will share his personal journey, revealing what inspired him to join Plus Render and how the agency has evolved under his leadership. Here are the main episode highlights: 🚀 Strategic analysis and…
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So often, Christian conversations about creation care are simply baptized notions of secular environmentalism. But Andrew J. Spencer thinks we can do better. In his new book, Hope for God’s Creation, he seeks to build a theological foundation for creation care. We talk to him about it today. (The conversation begins at 14:10.) PLUS, in “Headlines” …
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Does criminal justice need reforming? How might the Bible inform the rule of law in the public square? Matthew Martens is a trial lawyer in Washington, DC. He has spent the bulk of his more than twenty-five-year legal career practicing criminal law both as a federal prosecutor and as a defense attorney. He joins us to discuss his new book, Reformin…
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Gain invaluable insights from an M&A Advisor on our next episode of “Leading Your Agency” Podcast: "Secrets to Successfully Selling Your Agency" with David Blois. Episode Highlights: ✔️ Discover the journey that led David to founding M&A Advisory. ✔️ Dive deep into the core functions and roles of M&A Advisory in the agency world. ✔️ David reveals t…
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Why does every human being have dignity and worth, and why is this so important to emphasize in this moment? Matthew Soerens of World Relief joins us to discuss the many humanitarian crises in the world right now — from Israel, to Ukraine, to other places few are talking about. Right now, 35 million people are refugees, and Matthew shares how peopl…
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If you could improve your body with technology, would you — or should you? These are the questions posed by the growing movement of transhumanism. Dr. Jacob Shatzer joins us to discuss this important topic, and the conversation touches on technology, artificial intelligence, ethics, and more. (The conversation begins at 8:50.) PLUS, in “Headlines” …
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What is the state of apologetics, and what kind of apologetics do we need right now? Dr. Gavin Ortlund returns to the podcast to discuss these important questions with Dr. Ken Keathley. What kinds of questions are people asking? What is the greatest challenge for apologetics today? What is deconstruction, and how should we respond to it? (The conve…
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In this episode, Gabriela Delgado, CEO of Kala Agency, shares her journey from solo SEO strategist to leading a successful company. If you're thinking of scaling up, this is for you. We chat about: How Kala Agency started. Why the jump from individual work to a company happened. Transition challenges: - deciding what services to offer. - figuring o…
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What’s going on in Israel, and how can we pray? Today’s episode is devoted exclusively to the biggest headline in the world right now — crisis in Israel. And since this story is rapidly developing, we’re releasing this episode early. Here to discuss is our own Dr. Ant Greenham. Dr. Greenham served as a diplomat in the Middle East, and he joins us t…
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“Vulnerability breeds vulnerability.” In this first installment of Roundtables on Challenges to Humanity, Megan Dickerson talks to Dr. Kristin Kellen, Jenn Hesse, and Kelsey Hamilton about infertility and miscarriage. It’s a weighty but important conversation (which starts at 8:00). In it, you learn: * Important statistics* Tips for caring for peop…
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In this Leading Your Agency podcast episode, we dive deep with Yuliia Hutsal, the CEO of Studiopresto. In this episode, you'll discover: ✔️ Yuliia's personal journey and the early days of Studio Presto. ✔️ The unique challenges and insights from taking over as CEO after a 6-year tenure of an external leader. ✔️ Yuliia's 4-step process that supercha…
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In response to the challenge of poverty and global needs, many of us default to humanitarianism as a solution. But should we? Dr. Luke Bretherton of Duke University joins us to discuss this important question. We discuss the need for a shared life, neighbor love, the importance of listening, and Dr. Bretherton’s latest book, Christ and the Common L…
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Are you an agency owner tired of project delays and client dissatisfaction due to cumbersome approval processes? Do you find yourself in a loop of revisions that seem endless? If so, this podcast episode is for you. 🔑 What You'll Learn: - Managing Expectations: Set the stage for a smoother approval process by aligning client expectations right from…
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Are we only our brains? Or are we more than the sum of our parts? Dr. Paul LaPenna is an award-winning neurologist in Greenville, SC and Associate Professor of Neurology. More importantly, he’s a Christian. Dr. LaPenna tells us about his conversion, how he as a neuroscientist makes sense of the soul, and how this understanding affects his care. (Th…
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Drew's Online course at 20% off: https://streamlinedscaling.gumroad.com/l/simpleonboarding/asamby This episode of “Leading Your Agency” is titled “Onboarding at Scale: How to bring on many people at once and improve your processes along the way”. We're having a chat with Drew Schweppe, Head of Operations at SearchTides. Ever wondered how big agenci…
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How do we respond to a changing culture? Maybe we can learn something from Augustine. Joshua Chatraw and Mark Allen join Ken Keathley to talk about two of Augustine’s most important works — Confessions and The City of God. On the surface, these books are wildly different. But what do they teach us about how we can defend the faith today? And how wa…
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If you could edit your DNA, would you (or should you)? This question used to be the stuff of science fiction, but no longer. Genetic engineering is here. Dr. Jeff Hardin is a genetic engineer. We chat with him about where the science of genetic engineering is right now. What are the positives? What are the dangers? Should we concerned about the pai…
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