Pastors Unfiltered

Venture Church
Pastors Unfiltered

Pastors Unfiltered features Dr. Brandon Beals and Pastor Tony Mattar from Venture Church.

  1. 8 HR. AGO

    #91: The Redemption Episode

    Welcome back to Pastors Unfiltered! This week, Tony and Pastor Brandon are joined by Sean King and Kaylee for a redemption episode filled with hilarious moments, deep conversations, and a whole lot of unexpected wisdom. From discussing young adult ministry to debating the power of a warmie, this episode has it all. Plus, we dive into personal calls to ministry, book recommendations, and even vacation dreams. Oh, and did we finally put an end to the Top Gun Maverick debate? Tune in to find out! 📢 Next Week: We welcome comedian Andrew Stanley (son of Andy Stanley) for an episode you won’t want to miss! 🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more raw and unfiltered conversations from pastors who keep it real. 00:00 - Intro: The Redemption Episode   01:08 - Tony’s Hat & Its Secret Power   02:30 - Warmies, Lavender, and Unexpected Benefits   05:12 - Pastor Brandon and Tony’s Hilarious Starbucks Experiment   08:37 - Favorite Movie Series: Rush Hour or Something Else?   12:13 - What Does Home Mean to You?   15:30 - Jesus and the Season of Winter: Kaylee’s Deep Reflection   18:42 - Sean’s Honest Struggle: Ministry, Identity & Calling   22:10 - The Legendary Top Gun Maverick Debate   24:46 - Childhood Memories and Unexpected Connections   28:52 - Kaylee’s Infamous “Firing” Story   33:10 - Sean’s Official Podcast Forgiveness Ceremony   38:12 - Kaylee’s Future Kids: A “Tony & Brandon” Commitment?   40:07 - Dream Vacations: Australia, Disney Cruises, & More   42:42 - What Are We Reading, Watching & Listening To?   46:31 - Huge Guest Next Week: Comedian Andrew Stanley!   47:10 - Wrapping Up & Final Thoughts

    48 min
  2. FEB 6

    #90: Balancing Life & Ministry: The Pastors’ Survival Guide

    Welcome back to Pastors Unfiltered! This week, Pastor Brandon Beals and Pastor Tony Mattar dive into life rhythms, work-life balance, and how to maintain spiritual and personal well-being in ministry. They discuss their own routines, the importance of setting boundaries, and even tackle a recent negative podcast review. Plus, Tony confesses his extreme pajama-wearing habits, and the guys brainstorm how to take Pastors Unfiltered to 400 listeners by the end of 2025. From their thoughts on taking Sabbaths to budgeting fun, and from Seinfeld references to discussing controversial reviews, this episode is packed with insight, humor, and a bit of chaos. Don’t forget to leave a 5-star review—let’s drown out the haters! 💬 Have thoughts? Drop a comment or email Morgan ⭐ Rate & review us on Apple Podcasts! 00:00 - The Great Pajama Debate: Comfort Over Everything 03:30 - Sleeping in Layers: Is It Too Cold in Your House? 05:00 - Pastor Brandon's Egyptian Adventure 10:30 - Should Venture Take a Trip to Turkey Instead? 15:00 - Vision Night & Seattle Campus Growth Update 18:20 - Celebrating Venture’s Growth: 2,600 in Attendance! 22:00 - The Faithful 253: *Pastors Unfiltered* Listener Goal for 2025 27:10 - Negative Reviews: Lack of Empathy or Just Keeping It Real? 33:50 - Handling Criticism in Ministry & Avoiding Burnout 38:40 - Cultivating Balance in Life & Setting Boundaries 43:20 - Creating Margin: Learning to Say No 47:15 - Work-Life Rhythms: Understanding Church Seasons 51:30 - Budgeting Fun: Why It’s Crucial for Mental Health 55:00 - The Importance of Taking a Weekly Sabbath 01:00:15 - Extended Vacations & Why They Matter 01:04:00 - Loving Your Spouse: Prioritizing Date Nights 01:10:00 - Making Time for Family & Creating Traditions 01:15:45 - Taking Care of Your Body: Diet, Exercise & Hot Yoga 01:20:30 - Delegation in Leadership: Why It’s a Game-Changer 01:25:00 - Final Thoughts: Making Jesus Famous

    59 min
  3. JAN 31

    #89: Why Some Friendships Last and Others Fade

    Friendship is an essential part of life, but how do we cultivate meaningful and lasting relationships? In this episode of Pastors Unfiltered, Tony Matar and guest co-host Morgan Bashir dive into the foundations of strong friendships. They discuss the importance of authenticity, being a great listener, navigating friendships through different seasons of life, and the necessity of accountability. Through personal stories, humor, and practical insights, this episode will help you evaluate your friendships and discover what it takes to build connections that last. Plus, Judah might be heading to speed dating—should we film it? Tune in to find out! 00:00 - Welcome to Pastors Unfiltered   00:34 - Tony Roasts Brandon for Tagging Him as a Camel   01:50 - Introducing Guest Co-Host: Morgan Bashir   02:11 - The Josh Rogan Name Confusion   03:26 - What is Rochambeau? A Debate   04:29 - Sleepless Nights & Parenting Struggles   05:51 - What Are You Listening to, Reading, and Doing for Fun?   08:40 - The Fun & Struggle of Making Time for Hobbies   09:48 - The Panic of a Light Dusting in Western Washington   10:30 - Cultivating Healthy Friendships: What It Takes   12:06 - Are They Friends or Acquaintances?   13:26 - Friendship in a Digital World: Authenticity Matters   16:23 - The Importance of Being the Same Person in Every Setting   18:20 - The Role of Shared Faith in Lasting Friendships   22:01 - Be a Great Listener: How to Show People You Care   26:00 - Friends Should Be Fun! (Sorry, Boring People)   29:32 - Different Friends for Different Parts of Life   30:39 - Are You Willing to Work Things Out?   31:56 - The Power of Shared Life Experiences   34:53 - Navigating Friendships Through Changing Seasons   37:36 - Not Everyone is Meant to Go Where You're Going   39:10 - Concentric Circles: Who is Really in Your Inner Circle?   42:13 - The Value of Friends Who Hold You Accountable   44:54 - The Hard Conversations That Strengthen Friendships   47:02 - Pastor Brandon's Love Language: Gift Giving   48:48 - Judah & the Speed Dating Experiment?   49:10 - Final Thoughts: Be Proactive in Your Friendships   This one had a great balance of humor and depth—solid episode! Let me know if you want any tweaks. 🎙️🔥

    50 min
  4. JAN 24

    #88: Resilience, Faith, and Finding Purpose: Chad Robichaux's Journey

    Join us for this special episode of Pastors Unfiltered, recorded live at the Venture Men’s Breakfast, featuring Chad Robichaud, a former Recon Marine, MMA champion, founder of the Mighty Oaks Foundation, and a passionate advocate for veterans and resilience. Hosted by Pastor Morgan with special input from Pastor Mike, this episode dives into Chad’s personal story of overcoming trauma, finding faith, and pursuing a mission to equip others with hope and purpose. From reflections on identity and resilience to impactful lessons on discipleship, vulnerability, and leadership, this episode is packed with wisdom and authenticity. Chad also shares compelling stories from his military career, life challenges, and his perspective on the importance of living a Christ-centered life. Tune in for insights on navigating stress, rediscovering purpose, and making an eternal impact! 0:00 - Introduction: Special Episode with Chad Robichaux   3:15 - Pastor Morgan Hosts in Place of Tony & Brandon   6:40 - Live Audience at Men’s Breakfast   8:20 - Venture Vets Dinner Overview   12:30 - Meet Chad Robichaud: Recon Marine, MMA Champion, Author   19:00 - Adopting a Newborn Niece: Family and Grace   28:00 - Hunting Stories: Buffalo Hunts and Military Insights   36:00 - MMA Career Highlights and Lessons in Competition   44:00 - Chad’s Testimony: Finding Faith After Trauma   51:00 - Resilience and Hope: Lessons from the Mighty Oaks Foundation   1:00:00 - Q&A: Handling Stress, Leadership, and Discipleship   1:09:00 - Closing Thoughts: Vulnerability and Discipleship   1:10:20 - Final Remarks: Making Jesus Famous

    1h 5m
  5. JAN 10

    #86: Church Trends in 2025

    Welcome to the first episode of Season 4 of Pastors Unfiltered! Dr. Brandon Beals and Tony Mattar dive into trends impacting the church in 2025, from the revival and retreat of Gen Z to the challenges of church planting and leadership mental health. Packed with laughs, personal stories, and practical advice, this episode is your guide to navigating ministry in the modern world. Don’t miss this honest and unfiltered conversation about the future of the church. 00:00 - 00:35 | Intro 00:36 - 01:18 | Welcome to Season 4! 01:19 - 01:39 | Shoutout to Anderson Lawn Care 01:40 - 03:45 | What Are You Reading, Watching, and Listening To? 03:46 - 06:42 | PB’s Survivor Audition Story 06:43 - 10:30 | The Case of the Fake Rolex 10:31 - 13:40 | Fake Brands, Real Discussions 13:41 - 16:15 | Gen Z in Revival and Retreat 16:16 - 20:25 | Asbury Revival and Its Effects on Gen Z 20:26 - 23:50 | Gen Z, Spiritual Openness, and Next Gen Ministries 23:51 - 29:03 | Evangelism on Life Support in Churches 29:04 - 33:23 | Effective Discipleship vs. Evangelism 33:24 - 38:17 | Church Closures Outpacing Church Plants 38:18 - 43:10 | Funding and Sustainability for Church Plants 43:11 - 47:47 | The Rise of the Non-Derivative Church 47:48 - 52:02 | Authenticity in Ministry: Be Yourself 52:03 - 55:25 | Mental Health Crisis Among Pastors 55:26 - 59:30 | The Importance of Trusted Relationships in Ministry 59:31 - 01:03:05 | Support Networks for Pastors 01:03:06 - 01:06:08 | Closing Thoughts and Next Week's Episode

    1h 7m
  6. 12/27/2024

    #85: Predictions gone wild (UFOs, Mariners, and Fashion)

    In this festive and hilarious holiday special, Tony Mattar and Dr. Reverend Brandon Beals discuss Christmas traditions, outrageous predictions for 2025, the Mariners’ fate, alien conspiracies, and the return of 90s fashion! Joined by their lively guests, they debate pop culture, sports, and even future church expansion plans. Don’t miss the most unfiltered episode yet—packed with laughter, surprises, and heartfelt reflections. 00:00:00 - Introduction: Merry Christmas from Tony and Brandon!   00:00:28 - Podcast kickoff at the Last Supper table.   00:00:53 - Domestic disputes, Bob and Dave join the show.   00:01:31 - Shoutouts to sponsors and Christmas reflections.   00:02:26 - Feedback from the pardon episode—grumpy or just a shtick?   00:03:09 - Raiders talk: Mark Davis and McCormick drama.   00:04:33 - Venture Church capital campaign—numbers and goals.   00:06:04 - Cougar football fallout: Transfer portal madness.   00:07:01 - Women on the pod: Predictions and Gen Z representation.   00:09:10 - Meet Bob and Dave: Farming, family, and board leadership.   00:12:12 - 2025 Predictions: Best Picture, economic trends, and surprises.   00:25:00 - Staff predictions: Engagements, pregnancies, and more!   00:30:00 - Seattle NBA team: Will 2025 bring the Sonics back?   00:36:00 - Church growth: Explosive expansion and new campuses.   00:40:12 - Mill Creek adds a new service—big 2025 reveal!   00:43:00 - Mariners: Over/under 87 wins for the season?   00:50:30 - Fashion predictions: Low-rise jeans and 90s nostalgia.   00:54:00 - Random predictions: Aliens, Fortune 500 collapses, and UFOs.   01:00:00 - Closing: Reflections, announcements, and New Year wishes.

    1h 4m
  7. 12/20/2024

    #84: 2025 Predictions: Chaos, Comedy, and Christmas Cheer!

    Welcome to a special holiday-themed episode of Pastors Unfiltered! 🎅🏼 Pastor Tony Mattar and guest hosts dive into 2025 predictions, venture staff updates, and Christmas cheer. From pop culture to deep spiritual insights, this episode is packed with laughter, heartfelt moments, and a dash of chaos. Don’t miss it! 🌟 00:00:00 - 00:00:27 | 🎄 **Merry Christmas Intro**: Meet Tony Mattar & Rev. Brandon Beals spreading holiday cheer.   00:00:28 - 00:00:37 | 🎙️ **Special Guest Reveal**: Pastor Di takes over as the "better half."   00:00:38 - 00:01:03 | 🗓️ **2025 Predictions Begin**: A unique, unscripted venture!   00:01:04 - 00:02:13 | 💬 **Pop Culture & Predictions**: Which movie will win Best Picture?   00:02:14 - 00:05:02 | 🎥 **Wicked Takes Center Stage**: Inside Out 2 vs. Gladiator 2 in-depth chatter.   00:05:03 - 00:09:08 | 🎭 **Scandals of Hollywood**: Diddy’s party list and the speculation that follows.   00:09:09 - 00:13:30 | 💰 **Economic Forecast**: Interest rates, housing markets, and gas prices in 2025.   00:13:31 - 00:16:43 | 🚆 **Seattle Predictions**: Light rail expansion and its implications.   00:16:44 - 00:24:17 | ❤️ **Staff**: Love lives of venture staff—Johnny, Judah, and Elijah updates.   00:24:18 - 00:27:13 | 🎵 **Music Forecast**: Will Jelly Roll or Kendrick Lamar dominate 2025 charts?   00:27:14 - 00:35:00 | 😂 **Pastors Unfiltered Predictions**: Will Tony & Brandon survive another year uncanceled?   00:35:01 - 00:41:00 | ⚾ **Seattle Mariners Talk**: What’s next for the team? Heartbreak or triumph?   00:41:01 - 00:45:46 | ⛪ **Venture Church in 2025**: Spiritual movements, new buildings, and record growth.   00:45:47 - 00:48:00 | 👗 **Fashion Trends**: 2000s vibes, Jorts, leg warmers, and chaotic customization.   00:48:01 - 00:52:19 | 🍔 **Food & Local Fun**: Dick’s Drive-In and El Pollo Loco make waves.   00:52:20 - 00:58:16 | 🌟 **Final Predictions**: AI, authenticity, and spiritual warfare—a bold 2025 forecast.   #2025Predictions • #SeattleMariners • #VentureChurch • #JellyRoll • #ChristmasPodcast

    59 min
4.8
out of 5
38 Ratings

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Pastors Unfiltered features Dr. Brandon Beals and Pastor Tony Mattar from Venture Church.

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