The Monochrome

SALT Community

Welcome to the Monochrome Podcast, a feel-good, lighthearted podcast from the SALT Community that brings together creatives and techs who serve in their local church. If you're the one who's always standing behind the curtain, pushing faders at the booth, re-exporting that design file, or wearing black like it's your job (because it kinda is), this podcast is for you. Along with a few friends and experts, the SALT team takes on challenges facing the everyday church creative by providing fun insights and advice to help you through it. Looking for more? Check us out: SALT Community (https://saltcommunity.com/) SALT Conference (https://www.salt2024.com/) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/salt_community/) TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@thesaltcommunity) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/theSALTCommunity

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    Ep 46 - Should Your Church Hire Non-Christians? (ft. I Can Only Imagine 2 Director)

    Andy Erwin, director of I Can Only Imagine 2, joins the podcast for a behind-the-scenes conversation about what it takes to make a sequel better than the original — including filming at Red Rocks with only 6 hours and 8,500 fans. But the conversation goes deeper than filmmaking: Andy shares why he intentionally casts non-Christians in his films and how both the product and the process can be vehicles for the gospel. If you lead a creative or technical ministry team, this episode will challenge how you think about who belongs on it. Show Notes I Can Only Imagine 2  Andy & Tim Timmons SALT main stage interview Bart Millard (Mercy Me) BTS reel 💡 More SALT JOIN THE COMMUNITY → http://SALTCommunity.com SALT 2026 → https://www.salt2026.com   🔗 Social Links Instagram: @salt_community Facebook: facebook.com/theSALTCommunity X: @SALT_Community YouTube: youtube.com/@SALTCommunity_

    32 min

  2. 4 MAR

    Ep 45 - You're the Problem: The Real Reason Your Sundays Fall Flat

    In this behind-the-scenes episode, our host Luke McElroy sits down with SALT Conference's professional MC Joseph "Sojo" Sojourner (known from Dude Perfect) and producer Seth Bartlett to pull back the curtain on how one of the most creatively ambitious ministry conferences gets made. They dive deep into the value of creative risk-taking, why a safe brainstorming culture beats pressure-filled perfectionism, and how imperfect, unscripted moments on stage actually connect with audiences far more than a polished performance. Whether you plan a Sunday service, a special event, or anything with a live audience, this conversation is packed with timeless, practical wisdom. 💡 More SALT JOIN THE COMMUNITY → http://SALTCommunity.com SALT 2026 conference → https://www.salt2026.com   🔗 Social Links Instagram: @salt_community Facebook: facebook.com/theSALTCommunity X: @SALT_Community YouTube: youtube.com/@SALTCommunity_

    22 min

  3. 25 FEB

    Ep 44 - Excellence Over Perfection: Lessons from Disney's Voice Experts

    In this episode, we dive into how Disney's voice experts craft dialogue with precision and emotion, showing that excellence lands far before perfection. We explore the neuroscience behind why tone impacts audiences in milliseconds, and how churches, teams, and leaders can apply these lessons to their own communication.  Show Notes JOIN THE COMMUNITY → http://SALTCommunity.com SALT 2026 → https://www.salt2026.com   🔗 Social Links Instagram: @salt_community Facebook: facebook.com/theSALTCommunity X: @SALT_Community YouTube: youtube.com/@SALTCommunity_

    26 min

  4. 18 FEB

    EP 43 - It's Up to Me to Decide

    In this episode with Gary Molander, we explore what actually protects (or kills) creativity inside teams. From being careful who you invite into early dreaming stages to understanding psychological safety, clarity, and when critique should enter the room, this conversation unpacks how healthy creative cultures are built. If you lead a team or carry a vision, this episode will challenge how you structure the process and who gets a seat at the table. Show Notes Sources mentioned: Irving Janis – Research on optimal group size (3–5 people) and groupthink dynamics. Project Aristotle (Google internal research study on team effectiveness) Books mentioned: Pursuing Christ. Creating Art. by Gary Molnar Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert 💡 More SALT JOIN THE COMMUNITY → http://SALTCommunity.com SALT 2026 → https://www.salt2026.com   🔗 Social Links Instagram: @salt_community Facebook: facebook.com/theSALTCommunity X: @SALT_Community YouTube: youtube.com/@SALTCommunity_

    28 min

  5. 11 FEB

    Ep 42 - The Pains of Hiring with Dr. J

    In this episode, Dr. Andrew Johnston joins the conversation to unpack one of the most pressure-filled responsibilities of leadership: hiring. He challenges leaders with a simple but powerful principle, "Prefer the pain of an open position to the pain of a bad hire." When teams are stretched thin, it's tempting to move quickly and fill a role just to relieve the pressure. But rushing the process often leads to long-term cultural, relational, and performance costs that far outweigh the short-term discomfort of waiting. This conversation explores why hiring is one of the most consequential decisions a leader makes, how urgency can cloud discernment, and what it looks like to lead with patience and conviction. If you're building a team, feeling the strain of an open role, or trying to protect the health of your organization, this episode offers grounded, practical wisdom to help you hire well... and lead better. Show Notes Discussing the data of bias, speed, and human involvement:  Pew SHRM Forbes PSG research Real World Stories:  Sirius XM AI lawsuit San Francisco tech startup AI lawsuit AI Tools HireVue - hirevue.com  AI-assisted resume screening and structured assessments. Greenhouse - greenhouse.com  ATS (applicant tracking system) with automation rules and structured hiring workflows. Textio - textio.com  Helps write inclusive job descriptions and communication. Calendly - Calendly.com  or GoodTime - goodtime.io  Designed for assistance with scheduling   💡 More SALT JOIN THE COMMUNITY → http://SALTCommunity.com SALT 2026 → https://www.salt2026.com   🔗 Social Links Instagram: @salt_community Facebook: facebook.com/theSALTCommunity X: @SALT_Community YouTube: youtube.com/@SALTCommunity_

    37 min

  6. 5 FEB

    EP 41 - Why Church Training Falls Apart

    Training for creative teams is hard, but it doesn't have to be. In this episode, we talk about the next chapter for SALT Community and why it will be a game-changer for you and your team. Luke shares the origin story of SALT—not as a conference, but as a conviction about creativity, formation, and the role of art, media, and technology in the local church. From a late-night moment of clarity to years of leading teams, this conversation reframes why so many churches struggle to turn vision into sustained growth. You'll discover: What SALT Community has been working on over the past year, and how it can reshape your team's growth How this tool makes training easier and faster for your creative and techinal ministry teams How SALT Community can help you say, "I've found my people." Let's get you connected with others who do what you do to make Sunday happen each week.  If you've ever felt the tension between excellence and encounter… If you've wondered why momentum fades after a great conference… If you're responsible for forming creatives, technicians, or leaders in the church... This episode will help you rethink what real training actually requires. Ready to dive in? Check out saltcommunity.com   💡 More SALT SALT 2026 → https://www.salt2026.com   🔗 Social Links Instagram: @salt_community Facebook: facebook.com/theSALTCommunity Twitter: @SALT_Community YouTube: youtube.com/@SALTNashville

    24 min
  7. BONUS - SALT 2025: Behind the Curtain – What You Need to Know Before You Arrive

    25/09/2025 · BONUS

    BONUS - SALT 2025: Behind the Curtain – What You Need to Know Before You Arrive

    In this special episode of The Monochrome Podcast, Katelyn, Luke, and JoeAngel pull back the curtain on SALT 2025. From this year's theme to behind-the-scenes planning, they'll walk you through what to expect, how to prepare, and a few insider details to make your experience unforgettable. If you're joining us in Nashville (or online), this is the must-listen guide to get the most out of your time at SALT 2025. 💡 More SALT JOIN THE COMMUNITY → http://SALTCommunity.com/join SALT 2025 → https://www.salt2025.com 🔗 Social Links Instagram: @salt_community Facebook: facebook.com/theSALTCommunity Twitter: @SALT_Community YouTube: youtube.com/@SALTNashville

    38 min
  8. BONUS: Navigating Unpredictable Waters in Building Projects

    15/07/2025

    BONUS: Navigating Unpredictable Waters in Building Projects

    In this Bonus Episode of The Monochrome Podcast, we're diving into the wild world of church construction, tariffs, budgets, and making the most of unexpected challenges. Luke is joined by Zach Carringer and Josh Auman, leaders with deep experience in church systems design, to talk about how to plan when prices change overnight, what teams often overlook, and why relational trust is more important than ever during a building project. If your church is dreaming, designing, or knee-deep in a facility project, this episode is loaded with wisdom you can't afford to miss. 💡 More SALT JOIN THE COMMUNITY → http://SALTCommunity.com/join SALT 2025 → https://www.salt2025.com 🔗 Social Links Instagram: @salt_community Facebook: facebook.com/theSALTCommunity X (Twitter): @SALT_Community YouTube: youtube.com/@SALTNashville

    47 min
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Welcome to the Monochrome Podcast, a feel-good, lighthearted podcast from the SALT Community that brings together creatives and techs who serve in their local church. If you're the one who's always standing behind the curtain, pushing faders at the booth, re-exporting that design file, or wearing black like it's your job (because it kinda is), this podcast is for you. Along with a few friends and experts, the SALT team takes on challenges facing the everyday church creative by providing fun insights and advice to help you through it. Looking for more? Check us out: SALT Community (https://saltcommunity.com/) SALT Conference (https://www.salt2024.com/) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/salt_community/) TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@thesaltcommunity) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/theSALTCommunity

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  • Creator
    SALT Community
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    48
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 SALT Community
  • Show Website
    The Monochrome

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