Phil Cooke Podcast

By: Phil Cooke
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  • Helping leaders navigate their career and calling in today’s distracted media-driven culture. Do you have a message or story that could influence the world? Get expert tips from Hollywood producer and media consultant Phil Cooke on creative leadership, digital media, branding and marketing strategies, film and TV production and more – and the faith to make it happen. Find out more at PhilCooke.com. His philosophy? Get your ideas out there and change the world in the process.
    2024
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  • Technology, Theology, & the Heart of Church Media Production| Interview with Will Chapman

    Technology, Theology, & the Heart of Church Media Production| Interview with Will Chapman
    Apr 1 2025
    What does it take to thrive in church media ministry? Join Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com for an inspiring conversation with Will Chapman, Online Minister at Cottonwood Creek Church and seasoned media director. Gain valuable insights on church media leadership, team building, communication, and the use of AI for church teams that can help you build an impactful media ministry within your church. 🔥 What You’ll Learn:✅ Bridging the gap between pastors and media teams for better communication✅ Building and training a volunteer media team (why students make the best camera operators!)✅ Maximizing church technology—from lighting design to AI in media production✅ Theology meets creativity—how to align your media work with your calling✅ The secret to growing a media ministry (hint: it starts with stewardship and trust) 📢 Church media directors—don’t miss this! Subscribe for more insights. Enjoying the content? 🌟 Show your support with a Super Thanks below! Your contribution helps me create more inspiring videos and podcasts for creative leaders like you. Get my FREE DOWNLOAD and transform your creative leadership skills when you sign up for my newsletter here: https://www.philcooke.com/subscribe/ 👉 Get Phil’s Planner!“Unique: The Ultimate Planner for Creative Professionals” available on Amazon here: “Unique: The Ultimate Planner for Creative Professionals” https://amzn.to/2M2ixNo OR – support the mission of The Influence Lab and get the planner as a “thank you” for your generous support. Find out mre here: https://influencelab.com/donate 👉 New MasterclassesChurch on Trial—Crisis Management with Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com/masterclass Ideas on a Deadline Masterclass with Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com/ideasonadeadline Subscribe to My YouTube Channel and Expand your Creative Leadershiphttps://www.youtube.com/c/philcookeofficial?sub_confirmation=1 Subscribe and hit the Notification bell to be notified when they go live. Prefer audio? Listen to my Podcast here: https://apple.co/2XbMgDL ======================================== Phil Cooke – Media Producer/Writer/Speaker/CoachHelping Creative Leaders Influence the World Do you have a message or story the world needs to hear? I offer advice on creative leadership, digital media, branding, marketing, film and television production – and the faith to take you from where you are in your ministry or career to where you want to be. As a filmmaker, media consultant and co-founder of Cooke Media Group in Los Angeles, my client list includes Hollywood studios, major nonprofit organizations, and many of the most respected churches and ministries in the world. I’ve produced media programming in nearly 70 countries and created many of the most influential inspirational TV programs in history. My philosophy? Get your ideas out there and change the world in the process. ========================== Connect with me on social media: Twitter https://twitter.com/philcooke Facebook https://www.facebook.com/philcookepage/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/philcooke/ Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/philcookes-podcast/id1439369056 Find out about Cooke Media Group here: https://www.cookemediagroup.com =========================== *More About This Episode* Technology, Theology, & the Heart of Church Media Production| Interview with Will ChapmanWill Chapman is the Online Minister at Cottonwood Creek Church in Allen, TX, where he has filled multiple roles over the past 21 years in media and AVL, among others. He is also a contributing writer for ChurchProduction.com, writing articles about AVL and issues that affect the church and media ministry. In addition to this, Will is a speaker and workshop leader and has spoken at the Church Facilities Expo, SALT Conference, Capture Summit, Metro Media and Communications Association Conference, and National Religious Broadcasters Convention. Will graduated from Oklahoma State University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with majors in Business Management and Management Information Systems. He also graduated from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary with a Master of Divinity with Biblical Languages. In addition to his formal education, Will is also a certified speaker, trainer, and coach with the Maxwell Leadership Group. He enjoys playing keys in bands and smoking Texas-style BBQ. Follow Will Chapman: Church – https://cottonwoodcreek.orgLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/wichapman/ Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/will.chapman.3705 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/will4president/ Maxwell Leadership Group - https://www.johncmaxwellgroup.com/willchapman ChurchMedia #WorshipTech #TheologyAndTechnology #ChurchProduction (As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This helps support my channel and allows us to continue making videos like this. Thank you for the support...
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    41 mins
  • Inside Reality TV and Game Show Careers: Interview | Showrunner Sean Kelly & Editor Matthew McCartie

    Inside Reality TV and Game Show Careers: Interview | Showrunner Sean Kelly & Editor Matthew McCartie
    Mar 18 2025
    Ever wondered how reality TV and game show careers work behind the scenes? In this interview, showrunner-producer Sean Kelly and editor-producer Matthew McCartie with host Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com dive into the fascinating world of television production, sharing insider secrets about working on reality shows, game shows, and the creative process behind some of your favorite unscripted television programs, like Shark Tank, Biggest Loser, and Big Brother. If you're aspiring to break into the industry as a producer, editor, or showrunner, this video offers valuable insights from industry veterans. Find out how to break into a career in television, get your reality show or game show ideas in front of the right people, and navigate faith and family within the television industry. For creatives dreaming of a career in TV production, editing, or showrunning, this is a must-watch! Get my FREE DOWNLOAD and transform your creative leadership skills when you sign up for my newsletter here: https://www.philcooke.com/subscribe/ 👉 New Masterclasses Church on Trial—Crisis Management with Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com/masterclass Ideas on a Deadline Masterclass with Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com/ideasonadeadline **Unleash your creativity: Ideas on a Deadline: How to Be Creative When the Clock is Ticking Print and Kindle: https://amzn.to/3Lj9gNU Subscribe to My YouTube Channel and Expand your Creative Leadership https://www.youtube.com/c/philcookeofficial?sub_confirmation=1 Subscribe and hit the Notification bell to be notified when they go live. ======================================== Phil Cooke – Media Producer/Writer/Speaker/CoachHelping Creative Leaders Influence the World Do you have a message or story the world needs to hear? I offer advice on creative leadership, digital media, branding, marketing, film and television production – and the faith to take you from where you are in your ministry or career to where you want to be. As a filmmaker, media consultant and co-founder of Cooke Media Group in Los Angeles, my client list includes Hollywood studios, major nonprofit organizations, and many of the most respected churches and ministries in the world. I’ve produced media programming in nearly 70 countries and created many of the most influential inspirational TV programs in history. My philosophy? Get your ideas out there and change the world in the process. ========================== Connect with me on social media: Twitter https://twitter.com/philcooke Facebook https://www.facebook.com/philcookepage/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/philcooke/ Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/philcookes-podcast/id1439369056 Find out about Cooke Media Group here: https://www.cookemediagroup.com =========================== *More About This Episode* Inside Reality TV and Game Show Careers: Interview | Showrunner Sean Kelly & Editor Matt McCartie Matthew McCartie, Editor-ProducerMatthew McCatrie is a two time, Emmy nominated Reality/ Documentary editor and producer, known for top television shows such as Shark Tank, Big Brother, America’s Next Top Models, Hell’s Kitchen and more. He is also a former touring musician and songwriter, a father of three and a competitive ultra-trail runner. Find him on IMDb here: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1386267/?ref_=fn_all_nme_1 Find Matthew McCartie here: https://staffmeup.com/profile/id/10017?ne=1 Sean Kelly, Showrunner-ProducerSean Kelly and Steve Hughes are an Emmy-nominated show running / producing duo who thrive off formats with a concentration on game and competition. For the past seven years, they’ve been in an overall deal with MGM Television, where they’ve sold and executive produced multiple series, including MAKE ME SCREAM at Prime Video (MGM & Amazon’s first partnership) WORLD PET GAMES at Fox, TKO: TOTAL KNOCKOUT with Kevin Hart at CBS, and the reboot of the hit game show, ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A 5th GRADER? for Nickelodeon, which was nominated for an Emmy Award for Best Game Show. Currently, they just wrapped two new series for Prime Video: ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A CELEBRITY? with Travis Kelce and WISH LIST GAMES with Nick Cannon, which are both set to release later this fall. As an integral part of the MGM development team, they’ve also set up projects at Turner, Discovery, History, Youtube, The CW, MGM+ and Lifetime, consistently maintaining a heavy output of original ideas.Find Sean Kelly on IMDb here: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4406254/?ref_=nv_sr_srsg_1_tt_0_nm_8_in_0_q_sean%2520kelly (As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This helps support my channel and allows us to continue making videos like this. Thank you for the support!) #RealityTV #GameShowCareers #Showrunner #TVProducer #EditingCareers #NonScriptedTelevision #CreativeJobs #SharkTank #BigBrother
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    50 mins
  • Unlock the Power of Improv! Acting, Team Building & Communication with Kelsey Cooke and Chris Guerra

    Unlock the Power of Improv! Acting, Team Building & Communication with Kelsey Cooke and Chris Guerra
    Mar 4 2025
    Improv is not just for actors! Find out how improvisation skills can elevate your ability to land on your feet in any situation as Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com interviews Kelsey Cooke and Chris Guerra of thisishardtoread Productions and Oddity Improv. Together, they break down the values of improv classes for spontaneity, team collaboration, self-confidence, speaking skllls and for boosting creativity in any environment. Join Chris and Kelsey as they share how improv can change the way you communicate, build teams, and approach creative challenges. 👉 Watch now and transform your creative career! Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more tips on creative leadership. Enjoying the content? 🌟 Show your support with a Super Thanks below! Your contribution helps me create more inspiring videos and podcasts for creative leaders like you. Get my FREE DOWNLOAD and transform your creative leadership skills when you sign up for my newsletter here: https://www.philcooke.com/subscribe/ Amp up your creativity! Get Phil’s book: Ideas on a Deadline: How to Be Creative When the Clock is TickingPrint and Kindle: https://amzn.to/3Lj9gNUAudio: https://amzn.to/3ywcINP 👉 New MasterclassesChurch on Trial—Crisis Management with Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com/masterclass Ideas on a Deadline Masterclass with Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com/ideasonadeadline Subscribe to My YouTube Channel and Expand your Creative Leadershiphttps://www.youtube.com/c/philcookeofficial?sub_confirmation=1 Subscribe and hit the Notification bell to be notified when they go live. Prefer audio? Listen to my Podcast here: https://apple.co/2XbMgDL ======================================== Phil Cooke – Media Producer/Writer/Speaker/CoachHelping Creative Leaders Influence the World Do you have a message or story the world needs to hear? I offer advice on creative leadership, digital media, branding, marketing, film and television production – and the faith to take you from where you are in your ministry or career to where you want to be. As a filmmaker, media consultant and co-founder of Cooke Media Group in Los Angeles, my client list includes Hollywood studios, major nonprofit organizations, and many of the most respected churches and ministries in the world. I’ve produced media programming in nearly 70 countries and created many of the most influential inspirational TV programs in history. My philosophy? Get your ideas out there and change the world in the process. ========================== Connect with me on social media: Twitter https://twitter.com/philcooke Facebook https://www.facebook.com/philcookepage/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/philcooke/ Podcast https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/philcookes-podcast/id1439369056 Find out about Cooke Media Group here: https://www.cookemediagroup.com =========================== *More About This Episode* Unlock the Power of Improv! Acting, Team Building & Communication with Kelsey Cooke and Chris Guerra Meet Kelsey Cooke: Director/Writer/Producer/ActorKelsey began acting professionally in Hollywood at age 7 and earned a Bachelor's in Theatre Arts from Vanguard University. She pursued a Broadway, TV, and film career in New York, working on shows like Pan Am (ABC) and Royal Pains (USA). Her career brought her back to Hollywood, where she trained at The Groundlings and worked on projects like Life Partners, Black November, Bad Teacher, and The Veronica Mars Movie. In 2020, she co-founded "thisishardtoread" productions and became an award-winning producer, writer, and actor for the feature comedy RE-OPENING. Find out more on IMDb here: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0177456/bio/?ref_=nm_ov_bio_sm Meet Chris Guerra: Director/Writer/Producer/ActorChris discovered theatre in high school and earned his BFA from Pace University. He performed on and off-Broadway in shows like Company (understudying Stephen Colbert), Avenue Q, Spamalot, and the Sister Act National Tour. After moving to LA, he joined The Groundlings Main Company and developed his Roger Bastion character for RE-OPENING while performing as Olaf in Frozen: Live at the Hyperion for four years. With nearly 800,000 TikTok followers for his Facebook Marketplace Nightmares, Chris is now the co-founder of Oddity Improv in Tennessee, a leading theatre and school for character-based improv and sketch. Find out more on IMDb here: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm10196139/?ref_=nm_mv_close Based in Franklin, Tennessee, Oddity Improv provides workshops and one-day classes for teams and individuals. Check out Oddity Improv’s upcoming shows, classes, and more at oddityimprov.com #Improv #Acting #TeamBuilding #CommunicationSkills #CleanComedy #OddityImprov (As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This helps support my channel and allows us to continue making videos like this. Thank you for the support!)
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    34 mins
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