The Forum: Recent Episodes
Slate Church
The Forum is a new podcast by Slate Church hosted by Pastors Luke Boettger and Brandon Richardson. In this podcast, we discuss culture, opinions, and we'll dive deep into interesting discussions.
Welcome to the Forum Daily Summer Vacation! Today Luke and Brandon are in summer mode, and they invite Ben and Jared on to talk about their favourite memories of going to the beach. Enjoy!
It's week two of the Forum Daily's Summer Vacation! Today the cast talks all about their favourite Summer movies!
In this episode! Luke and Brandon talk about the new Forum Daily Summer Vacation series that begins next Wednesday (July 22), as well as discuss their favorite days of the week.
Today Luke and Brandon talk about the best donuts they've ever had, and do some investigating into the difference between McDonald's and Tim Horton's coffee.
Today Luke and Brandon discuss "I was today years old when I found out..." and give some encouragement to anyone listening while on a jog.
Today Luke and Brandon discuss the app cameo, and which actors would play them in a movie!
Today Luke and Brandon talk about the record-setting weather that we're having, as well as Brandon's old celebrity neighbour.
Today Luke and Brandon talk about Jared Moore - the most popular Forum guest of all time. We also announce our new Instagram account - @theforumdaily - make sure you follow!
Today Luke and Brandon discuss Canada day, and Luke is embarrassed that he doesn't know who a famous Canadian hockey player is. Tune in to find out who.
Today Luke and Brandon are joined by Jared once again to talk about rough mornings and factory tours.
Today Luke and Brandon talk about the baseball season starting up again, and a Starbucks closing in Waterloo due to COVID
Today Luke and Brandon are joined by Jared Moore. They talk about everything from Apple products to Bill Gates conspiracy theories. Enjoy!
Today Luke and Brandon talk about camping, and part 2 of our unicycling conversation from Friday
Today Luke and Brandon talk about athletes, and how they want Starbucks to install a "coffee only" line
Today Luke is joined once again by executive pastors Jared Moore and Ben Jantzi. They discuss everything from strange trademarks to the opening of patios and malls this weekend.
Today Pastor Luke is joined by Jared Moore and Ben Jantzi - tune in to hear this conversation!
Today Luke is joined by Slate Church's executive pastors Ben and Jared. They talk about everything from the names their parents didn't give them, to how to stay grounded in this season.
Today Pastor Luke is joined by the one and only Pastor Emma Richardson! They talk childhood memories, as well as give some advice for navigating the noise of the virtual world
Today Luke is joined by his wife Victoria as co-host of the Forum daily! They talk about the importance of unity, especially in times such as the current societal climate.
Today Luke and Brandon discuss their hopes for things opening again soon, as well as talk about the value of human life.
Today Brandon and Luke reflect on their time attending the KW solidarity March in support of Black Lives Matter
Today Brandon and Luke talk about speed reading, as well as the ongoing protests in the United States.
Today Luke and Brandon discuss the unfolding events of riots and protests in the United States this past weekend
Today Luke and Brandon discuss the re-opening of Indigo, as well as some of their favorite book stories around the world.
Today Brandon and Luke talk about George Floyd and the importance of confronting racial injustice in our world today.
Today Luke and Brandon talk about sprinklers, as well as Podcasts signing exclusive deals with streaming services
Today Luke and Brandon talk about flying, Muskoka, and the fact that Canada is the best place to live when it comes to the weather.
Today is the last day of Luke and Brandon's Friday Book Club! Tune in to hear their thoughts on the last section of the book.
Today Luke and Brandon talk about gourmet donuts, and remember a time when smoking in restaurants was something that people did.
Today Luke and Brandon talk about face mask fashion, as well as give a reminder that we need to approach this Covid-19 season with humility and prayer for our leaders
Today Luke and Brandon are joined once again by Jared. They talk about the appropriateness of ordering chocolate milk in a restaurant.
Today Luke and Brandon talk about books and coffee, and are joined by a special 4-year old guest: Kenzie Richardson!
Today Luke and Brandon invite Jared Moore to talk about everything from basketball to the decadence of society.
Today Luke and Brandon are joined by a guest and have a conversation about everything from tech-decks to hoverboards.
Today Luke and Brandon talk about the enduring nostalgia of "Little House on the Prairie" (Brandon's favourite show).
Today Luke and Brandon talk about Netflix watch parties, wearing hats, and all kinds of other fun topics of conversation!
Today Luke and Brandon discuss the new language of the coronavirus and offer up some suggestions as to the language we might be using once this has passed.
Today Luke and Brandon are joined by the one and only 2-year old Theo Richardson! He eats a cookie, and Luke and Brandon talk about Michael Jordan, Space Jam, and Nicolas Cage!
Today Brandon joins Luke from the road and they have a conversation about Sesame Street and kids' TV!
Luke and Brandon's Friday Book Club returns! This week they talk about book 1 of "Mere Christianity" by C.S. Lewis.
Today Luke and Brandon are joined by Victoria and they talk about everything from living outside to the benefits of bunkbeds! Tune in!
Today Luke and Brandon discuss the pros and cons of apps that track your location in order to limit the spread of Coronavirus.
Today Luke and Brandon discuss what they do to stay joyful in a tough time. They also talk about the importance of nuance when it comes to approaching the world today.
Today Luke and Brandon discuss what superpower they would like to have, as well as take you on a journey through something called "Crane Theory."
Description: Today Luke and Brandon have an unexpected guest drop by on the podcast - listen through to find out who! Also, tune in to find out what the next book is for Luke and Brandon's Friday Book Club!
Today Luke and Brandon are joined by Victoria and Emma to discuss everything from how we're doing during this season, to whether or not sports could ever move to online only.
Today is a special birthday edition of The Forum as we celebrate Brandon's birthday. Also, things get weird when we discuss time and death.
Today Luke and Brandon try on some "radio" voices, talk about the feedback loops of YouTube's algorithm, and discuss the importance of critical thinking when it comes to the news.
Today is the last day of "Luke and Brandon's Friday Book Club" while we read through God Has A Name by John Mark Comer. Also, huge shoutout to @jericcomusic for the jingle! Go and give him a follow on Instagram!
Today Luke and Brandon remember some memories from the original Slate Church office, and they play a game of "you can only keep one".
Today Luke and Brandon talk about everything from taking a train across the country, to their top three "quarantine items" keeping them sane, to the real cost of fast fashion.
Today Luke and Brandon discuss everything from toilet paper technique to roadkill to taking a bath. Listen and enjoy!
Today Luke and Brandon play a game asking one another questions found on Reddit. Tune in and play along!
Today Luke and Brandon are joined once again by Pastors Emma and Victoria and they discuss some of their Easter traditions growing up!
Today Luke and Brandon discuss how people have started using the internet differently during this time, as well as virtual NASCAR.
On today’s show, Luke and Brandon discuss a new streaming platform called “Quibi”, as well as remind us that Easter is coming this weekend!
Today Luke and Brandon discuss chapters 2 and 3 of "God Has A Name" for their Friday book club.
Today Luke and Brandon welcome the top requested guests of all time onto the podcast. Tune in to find out who!
Luke and Brandon discuss some of their worst “April Fool’s Day” experiences, as well as offer some encouragement in the face of Covid-19
Today Luke and Brandon talk about everything from Mennonites to productivity to the correct pronunciation of “Scribd” to snowplows. Tune in and enjoy!
Today Luke and Brandon kick off a new week discussing how society has come to accept Covid-19 as a reality, and how we are moving forward together.
Today is the first week of Luke and Brandon’s Friday Book Club! Today they discuss the first chapter of John Mark Comer’s book, ‘God Has A Name’.
Today Luke and Brandon share some good-news stories to brighten your day, as well as some tips for things to do while you’re stuck at home.
Today Luke and Brandon reflect on the government's response to Covid-19, as well as offer an encouragement to be the hands and feet of Jesus wherever you are.
Today Luke and Brandon talk about physical distancing vs social distancing, and encourage you to pursue holy habits in a time like this.
On today's episode Luke and Brandon welcome the new week with a positive outlook on the state of the world. They also announce the book we'll be reading for Friday's book club!
Today, Luke and Brandon announce “Luke and Brandon’s Friday Book Club” and try to get the show sponsored by Amazon Prime and Apple.
Today Luke and Brandon continue to talk about being faith-filled in a fearful time. Also, Jared Leto and Big Brother Germany are topics of conversation. Tune in for more!
Introducing The Forum Daily. A daily podcast brought to you by Pastor Luke Boettger and Pastor Brandon Richardson. In this episode, they discuss how you can continue to grow, even in a time of self-distancing.
Brandon and Luke are back for the second season of The Forum. In this episode, they talk about the social media trend of people #getting real, exposing the messiness of their lives. They explore how this trend can be used positively to show real life, but also the dangers of this trend, and how it can be used inauthentically.
“Luke and Brandon interview Pastor PJ Stenstrand from Lifecenter Church in Sweden. They dive into conversation with many different topics such as church planting to leadership and even to PJ’s year in the Swedish military!”
Do you sometimes place a greater value on freedom rather than spiritual growth on your own life? Luke and Brandon along with returning guest Jared dive into how, by God’s grace, things in life can be permissible but not beneficial, and how to control the idea of what free will really is
Be prepared for something a new while Luke and Brandon talk about how to “practice calm” in a fast paced world around us.
Have you ever felt stuck in life? Luke and Brandon recommend some incredible wisdom and talk about the issue of “being stuck” spiritually, mentally, emotionally and more. They tackle how we can move forward from those tough seasons in life, and move into all that God has called us to.
Brandon and Luke talk about some of the incredible things that they learned at ARC Conference Canada, as well as some of the incredible leaders that they got to learn from.
Luke and Brandon speak to the leadership concept of being planted not potted, which is the idea that it is better to be planted and committed to something than to have a lack of commitment and put your "potted plant" wherever you want.
This week, Brandon and Luke introduce a new segment called You Asked For It, where they answer your questions about life, faith, and leadership.
In this episode, Brandon and Luke talk about the power that can be found in choosing positivity.
In this episode, Brandon and Luke talk about the benefits and the downfalls of technology and social media.
In this episode, Pastors Brandon and Luke sit down with Pastor Brent Cantelon to talk about the state of the Canadian and the global church, and practical ways to keep the joy in serving God.
In this episode of the podcast, Brandon and Luke introduce a new segment called Leader Lab, and take a deep dive into how much of leadership is done in the unseen. This episode was recorded live at a Slate Church Team Night.
In the first episode of The Forum, Luke and Brandon recommend some incredible books and podcast, and they take a deep dive into the topic of defining moments and pivotal people in their lives.