Captivate Podcast

In this episode, Mike and Andy chat to Will Small. 

Will Small is a refreshing and thoughtful Australian voice; poetically fusing together influences in philosophy, literature and hip-hop, to communicate in a unique and powerful way. His writing is informed by faith, doubt, fatherhood and a relentless desire to ask better questions, tell better stories and inspire a fresh collective narrative where no voice is forgotten or left out.

In this episode, Mike and Andy chat to Dr Dennis R. Edwards about his newest book: What is the Bible and How Do We Understand It? Dennis R. Edwards offers a succinct and profound investigation of Scripture. By holding up Jesus as the interpretive key and inviting us to read the Bible with the marginalized, Edwards challenges us to a Christ-centered approach to hermeneutics. What does it mean to read the Bible with Jesus at the center? How does Scripture illuminate the work of God in the world? Edwards shines light on contemporary debates about the Bible and calls us to faithful, loving interpretations and applications of the Word of God.

Hi friends and welcome back to Captivate Podcast Season 2! This is our very first episode in 2020! We are excited to bring you this fascinating conversation with Amanda W. Benckhuysen (PhD, University of St. Michael's College, Toronto). Amanda is Johanna K. And Martin J. Wyngaarden Senior professor of Old Testament at Calvin Theological Seminary and a researcher in biblical interpretation and reception history. Mike and Andy had the privilege to speak to Amanda about her newest book: "The Gospel According to Eve: A History of Women's Interpretation". We hope you enjoy this conversation and that you learn lots (just like we did). 

In this episode, Mike and Andy chat with a well known Australian communicator, media presenter and social commentator - Karl Faase. Karl is in demand across Australia as a speaker. His special interest is in leadership, motivation, ministry development and communicating to those exploring faith. With over 20 years of involvement in media, Karl is one of Australia’s most experienced Christian radio and television presenters, with his programs broadcasted and distributed in the USA, UK, Canada, France, Germany and New Zealand.

Hello Captivate people! It's time for another episode. Mike and Andy catch up to chat about 2020 and some changes coming to the podcast. Mike also shares some thoughts on prayer. Enjoy! 

Welcome to episode 13 aka “off the cuff stuff #1”. 

In this episode, Mike and Andy chat about body, soul and spirit. Many Christians believe that human beings are made of three distinct parts: body, soul and spirit. This view is often called trichotomy and it’s very very very popular… But it’s not the only way to think about this topic. There are different options to explore and various, somewhat complex ideas that need to be discussed.

Below are some helpful resources and links mentioned in the show.

Hello Captivate friends! This is episode 12!

This time, Mike and Andy chat with Bruxy Cavey.

Episode 11... that's right... 11...

Mike and Andy chat with Travis Johnson. Travis is a founder of the organisation called ‘Access the story’. In this conversation, Travis talks about the importance of story telling and how it relates to the presentation of the gospel and the whole Biblical narrative. 

To connect with Trav and learn more about his ministry go to: 

 DOUBLE DIGITS ALERT!!!! This. Is. Episode. 10!!! 

Mike and Andy chat with John Lucas - a singer/songwriter from North Carolina. 

It’s time for episode 9! Mike and Andy chat with Nate Vawser. Nate’s pastoring a small congregation in the Western suburbs of Adelaide. He’s passionate about discipleship, evangelism and creating spaces for meaningful interactions within small groups. 

In this episode, Mike and Andy chat with Rev Dr Melinda Cousins. Melinda is an ordained Baptist pastor. She works as Director of Ministry Accreditation for Baptist Churches South Australia and teaches in the field of biblical studies at Tabor College in Adelaide, South Australia.Melinda completed her PhD on the Psalms, exploring ideas of emotion, imagination and embodiment in the text. 

Connect with Melinda:

In this episode, Mike and Andy discuss the topic of hell. 

Mike and Andy chat with Jeremy Myers.  Jeremy is a Christian author, speaker and podcaster and he has recently written a book about hell - “What is Hell?: The Truth About Hell and How To Avoid It”. 

 In this episode, Mike and Andy meet with Kristy Quaziz. 

Kristy recently wrote a book about single parenting called ‘Doing it Solo’, in which she draws upon her own experiences as a single parent. Kristy’s passion is to start conversations about the challenges of single parenting and to help encourage and equip single parents to be the best role models for their kids. 

You can find our more about Kristy and her book here:

In this episode, Mike and Andy catch up with Sam Chan. Sam ministers in the Uniting Church. He's particularly interested in helping the Western Church recognise the importance of ministering to the second generation migrants. Sam talks about his views on multiculturalism in the Western Church as well as the issues and challenges surrounding the ministry to the second generation migrants. Sam presents profound insights into the life and faith of a second generation migrant and offers an interesting perspective that will help you relate to and learn from your second generation migrant brothers and sisters.

It's a fairly lengthy episode but it is definitely worth a listen! 

In this episode, Mike and Andy chat with Glen Walker.

Glen's main area of ministry is among new Christians/new comers. Glen shares his perspective on taking care of new Christians. He also tells his story of coming to faith in Jesus and gives us some tips on how to effectively connect with new people in your church.

In this episode of Captivate Podcast, Mike explains the intent behind Captivate ministries and the vision for this podcast. Andy sings a bit and tries to contribute the best he can...

Special thanks to our friends from NEW KID FRED for helping us out with music.

In the VERY FIRST EPISODE of CAPTIVATE PODCAST, Mike and Andy talk about spiritual practices of a healthy worship leader. They also share some tips on improving your worship leading skills and throw in some thoughts on theological framework for thinking about worship leading.

Enjoy :)