Creative Christians
Listen to inspirational stories of Christians who are using their God-given talents and gifts in creative endeavors, such as filmmaking, writing & music – not just to make a living or fulfill a passion – but to glorify God as well. Host Tim Ristow – a Christian, filmmaker, writer and creative - interviews a different guest each episode from his circle of fellow Christian creatives. How do creatives approach their craft? What kinds of things are they creating? What are the processes they use to create them? How do they strive to be and stay creative? How does their faith influence and inform their creativity?
Episodes
15 episodes
The Spiritual Tapestry of Kemper Crabb & Frank Hart's Music
Embark on a journey with Christian rock pioneers Kemper Crabb (ArkAngel) and Frank Hart (Atomic Opera) through the landscapes of faith and sound that define Contemporary Christian Music. Host Tim Ristow guides the conversation with these two le...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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1:35:38
Behind the Notes with Angie Goeke
Navigating the intersection of spirituality and artistry can often be challenging, but Americana and Folk musician Angie Goeke does it with grace. Her story, which she shares with an open heart in our latest episode, is a tapestry of earl...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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1:18:43
Creativity & Christmas
Embark on a festive odyssey where the rich tapestry of Christmas and the stirring narrative of God's incarnation are interwoven in a celebration of creativity and faith. This episode is an open invitation to rediscover the holiday's deep roots ...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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1:06:21
Inspiration
Need some inspiration? In this first topic based episode, host Tim Ristow goes solo, taking you on a deep dive into what it means to be inspired, how inspiration works and how best to respond to it when you're inspired. Ristow gi...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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1:14:54
Actor & Playwright | Scott Nurmela (Vindication, The Chosen)
Scott Nurmela is an actor, writer, director and even a set designer. Scott has acted in theater, television and film. He’s been in over 100 theatrical productions as a part of The Popcorn Players in Azle, Texas, a community theater ...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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58:28
Author | Dr. Kurt Senske
In the second season debut episode, host Tim Ristow welcomes returning guest, Dr. Kurt Senske, back on to discuss his latest book titled, “The CEO and the Board: The Art of Nonprofit Governance as a Competitive Advantage”.Dr. Senske del...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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57:16
Photographer | Dave DeVore
Nature & wildlife photographer Dave DeVore joins host Tim Ristow to discuss how he uses his photography skills as a tool to witness to the wonders of God's Creation. Providing a mix of helpful photography tips, descriptions of persona...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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1:40:10
Musician | Eric Willis
Jazz musician Eric Willis joins host Tim Ristow for an in-depth & powerful interview about music, family, fathers & sons, abuse, the Gospel, theology, and forgiveness and redemption. Eric’s story is tied intimately into musi...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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1:39:48
Writer | Deborah DeArmond
Award-winning author, Deborah DeArmond, one of the writers behind "The Write Calling: Encouragement for the Writer's Heart" joins host Tim Ristow to discuss her writing, her books, coaching for writers and her faith. DeArmon...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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1:18:54
Film Scholar | Dr. Philip Hohle (Part 2)
Film Scholar Dr. Philip Hohle started teaching video production & communication courses at Concordia Lutheran College in Austin, Texas in the 1980’s. Host Tim Ristow was one of his students in his Introduction to Media class. &n...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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1:07:27
Filmmaker | Dr. Philip Hohle (Part 1)
Filmmaker Philip Hohle started producing videos and films at Concordia Lutheran College in Austin, Texas in the 1980’s. He also taught communications classes at the college and host Tim Ristow was one of his students in his Introduction t...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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1:05:44
Writer | Dr. Kurt Senske
Tim welcomes author Dr. Kurt Senske to the show to discuss his calling and his writing. Dr. Senske has written four books: "The Wine and the Word: Savor & Serve" (2014), "The Calling: Live a Life of Significance" (2010), "Person...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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1:31:43
Voice Talent | Monte Reid (Part 2)
Tim continues his interview with his friend and VoiceOver artist Monte Reid from Sweden. Hear some of Monte's creative character voices and learn about some of the most unusual places & spaces where Monte has had to record voicoevers....
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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51:51
Voice Talent | Monte Reid (Part 1)
In this episode, host Tim Ristow talks with his friend and voice talent Monte Reid from Sweden. Monte has recorded his voice for thousands of film trailers, documentaries and productions. He's also an actor, singer, writer and forme...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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