In this podcast, Samford University’s Social Media Manager, Charissa Carnall, joins host Nils Smith and shares her journey as one of the early adopters of social media. Having worked as…
In this episode, Nils Smith and Nick Runyon are together to talk about one of the most confusing, overwhelming, yet exciting topics today–cryptocurrency. Nils and Nick address questions about why…
In this episode, Jay Kranda, Nick Runyon, Nils Smith and Justin Murff are together for the Virtual Church Gathering to talk about what exactly a virtual church is, how ministries…
In this episode, we’re joined by Daniel Hall, Chief Creative Officer of Echo Global, a contact center for Gospel conversations. Daniel shares his learnings from their three million ministry conversations…
In this episode, we’re joined by the Director for Digital Strategy and User Experience (UX) of Moody Radio. Nils and Nick discuss with Yvonne the unique work she is doing…
In this episode, we’re joined by the vlogging pastor of Passion Creek Church, Arizona, Trey Van Camp. Nils and Trey talk about Trey’s humble beginnings, the creative process he uses…
In this episode, we’re joined by long time friend of the SMC Podcast and the Online Pastor of Saddleback Church, Jay Kranda. Jay and Nils discuss online church communities, the…
In this episode, we’re joined by a long-time online friend and the new Online Campus Pastor of CCV SoCal, Aaron Magnuson. Aaron shares with us the ministry opportunities made available…
In this episode, we’re once again joined by my good friend, media producer, consultant and author, Phil Cooke. Phil shares with us significant steps that are key to getting the…
In this episode, Nick Runyon and Nils Smith talk about three of the biggest leaders in the technology space today–Facebook, Google and Apple, and look into whether they are “friends”…
In this episode, innovation marketing consultant James Poulter joins Nils Smith as they take the discussion of Alexa further into the roles, opportunities and challenges posed by artificial intelligence in…
In this episode, Kenny Jahng joins Nils Smith and shares his takeaways from the recent Grow with Video Live Conference with our friend Sean Cannell in Las Vegas. Learn about…
In continuation to the podcast on Learning from Facebook, Nick Runyon shares the remaining ten out of the 20 learnings he gained from his recent visits to Facebook’s California and…
Join Nick Runyon as he shares the first ten out of the 20 learnings he gained from his recent visits to Facebook’s California and Texas offices. Learn what these insights…
While Facebook continues to grow globally, younger generations are spending more time on other platforms. Join Nils and Nick in this podcast as they share opinions, trends and tips on…
Instagram has made some noise this week with its unexpected launch of IG TV. Join Nils and Nick in this podcast as they talk about what opportunities IG TV provides…
For Autumn Miles, social media is home. In this episode of the podcast, Nils and Nick are joined by Autumn Miles in a conversation about how social media can be…
Being in this world, but not of it – this is what well known Hollywood actor Stephen Baldwin is driven towards. Listen to Nils Smith and Nick Runyon as they…
In this episode of the podcast, Nils and Nick are joined by Nona Jones of Facebook’s faith-based projects and Bishop Joseph Walker of Mt. Zion Church in Nashville. Listen as…
The recently-concluded F8 Conference has given us a look into Facebook’s incredible innovation, improvement and features to look forward to. In this podcast, Nils Smith and Nick Runyon, together with…
From creating a website that featured local photography in a small town in North Carolina to now being a top innovator in social media and digital marketing, Casey Helmick reveals…
We have 168 hours each week with an average of one hour spent at a church service on Sunday, but how do we seize the remaining 167 hours for our…
Katie Allred shares the story of how she started the Church Communications facebook group and how she gained nearly 16,000 members just two years into it. Nils Smith and Nick…
D.J. Soto, founder and pastor of Virtual Reality Church, shares with us his story on how the first VR Church came to life. Nils Smith and Nick Runyon also discuss…
Great Leadership Development practices also include a bit of math. In this episode of The Stir, a new podcast on Church Innovation and Implementation, Brent Dolfo talks about how churches…
Vine gained so much popularity during its first release in 2013. The sensational app garnered over 200 million active users, yet, it was discontinued by 2016. In December 2017, Dom…
Churches are missing so many data points and opportunities to use this data to better impact their local communities. This data can be the key to revealing unseen issues, giving…
“Expect to see more from your friends, family and groups, see less public content like posts from businesses, brands, and media.. encouraging meaningful interactions between people.” – Mark Zuckerberg In…
Here’s something exciting to start off the year! Nils Smith and Nick Runyon break the biggest news on Social Media Church to date and shares with us their social media…
Good words are worth much and cost little. – George Herbert Join us in this podcast as Wes Gay, copywriter of Storybrand and Pushpay, unveils the importance of creating a…
In this episode of the podcast, my good friend and regular guest, Kenny Jahng will be sharing with us his experience participating in this season’s social media trend called Vlogmas,…
In this special edition of the podcast I will be sharing my recent experience at Museum of the Bible. I also have a special guest (my wife!) joining us for…
What does it take to develop generous givers in your church, and address people’s hearts more than their wallets? Churches need to shift the conversation from obligatory tithing and meeting…
How much help is social media for a church planter? In this podcast, lead pastor of New City Church, Dylan Dodson shares with us his story in planting a church…
Why is social media ministry unappealing to some churches? There are many reasons that some churches stay away from being fully immersed in social media. For some, it’s a…
What is a secret shopper’s job in the field of ministry? How can this improve a church’s overall effectiveness in ministering their communities? In this episode, author of Secrets of…
By Chris Willard with Warren Bird Ron Jones was doing pre-marital counseling with a young couple when it became clear they were on very different pages regarding finances. “He had…
In this episode of the Social Media Church Podcast, Nick Ovalle, a former colleague and a good friend of Nils, shares with us how Sandals Church boldly stripped themselves of…
It could take years of conversations, lots of patience and hard work for married couples to move from financial “roommates” to soulmates who are pursuing biblical stewardship together—but it’s worth…
How effectively do we use social media and other web-based technologies today? From recording the very first podcasts of the Social Media Church Podcast to battling depression through utter dependence…
What does it take to be a “Digital Missionary”? Well at least that’s what ‘That Christian Vlogger’, Justin Khoe calls himself. When talking about missions, we usually think of spreading…
How does your online church fit with your local church? In this week’s podcast, we are joined by James Eaton, Online Director of Highlands Fellowship. James provides us with some…
By Chris Willard with Warren Bird You never know what happens with couples on those car rides home after a church pastor or other leader has just presented their latest…
In this day and age where time is the most valuable commodity, more and more people are starting to appreciate podcasts. Today, Nils and Jay Kranda tell us how podcasts…
It may be one of the most awkward conversations a couple can have. One or both has been inspired by their church leader’s latest message on financial giving, and they…
The recent disaster in our country proved one thing true, our churches weren’t prepared on how or what to communicate in the midst of the storm. While some churches communicated…
Talking about money inside the church can be awkward for some but that doesn’t make the topic less important. There are many lessons in the Bible about giving money to…
We train disciples of Jesus to study their Bible, pray and share their faith. But where does teaching on stewardship and generosity fit in? That may be the most vital…
Facebook has won the social media war! Nils and Jay share their thoughts on how Facebook has topped the social media networks, and name some better things Facebook did and…
How did Facebook win in social media? Jay and Nils discuss more trends about social media, especially Facebook. Nils recently went to Facebook’s F8 Conference, it’s primarily a conference for…
