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The God and Gigs Show | A Podcast for Christian Creators
The God and Gigs Show is a podcast for Christian creators — musicians, podcasters, writers, speakers, and artists — who want to build a sustainable, purpose-aligned creative business without compromising their faith. Hosted by Allen C. Paul, a South Florida-based podcaster, musician, and author with over 30 years of experience in podcasting, community curation and Christian ministry, the show equips faith-led creators with practical tools and spiritual inspiration so listeners can thrive in faith, family, business, and creativity. Want to be a guest on The God and Gigs Show? Send us a message on PodMatch! godandgigs.com/podmatch
Episodes
396 episodes
How The Right Creative Partner Can Ignite Your Spark w/ Wendy and Derek Carrick-Hadinger, Authors / Artists
What if the key to your next creative chapter isn't a strategy, or a career hack - but instead opening yourself up to a new relationship? In this episode, Allen sits down with Wendy and Derek Hadinger, the husband-and-wife duo behin...
Why Christian Creators Struggle With Writer's Block and How to Handle It
Ever feel like a dry season in your creative life means something's wrong between you and God? In this episode, Allen breaks down why writer's block doesn't actually equal spiritual disconnection — and walks through four practical m...
Why Creators Struggle To Find Their Place In Church (and how to fix it) w/ Rick Sorenson, Author
Have you ever found yourself in conflict as an artist with the church you want to serve - either because you didn't fit the mold, or the church didn't know how to develop your skill? Is there a solution? Rick Sorenson thinks so.&nb...
Why Your Definition of a Creator Matters Much More Than You Realize
It seems EVERYONE is calling themselves a 'creator' these days - and they are using A.I. and all sorts of tools to do it. But what does Scripture say about being a creator? Are we missing the true meaning and power behind the word, ...
Is Your Work Protected? The Legal Essentials Every Creator Must Know w/ Amy Oraefo, Attorney
Negotiating a deal. Protecting your brand. Understanding contracts. Sound intimidating? In this episode, Allen sits down with entertainment attorney Amy Oraefo to explore why legal strategy isn't something you do after success—it's som...
Does God Want You To Build a Creator Business?
Thinking about FINALLY getting serious about building a creator business that goes BEYOND a hobby? Let me guess...you're both inspired - and nervous.You're inspired to try to push yourself further and really go for it in your...
Why Being Funny is Actually Serious Business w/ Danny Johnson, Clean Comedian
Have you ever wondered how stand-up comedians keep an audience roaring with laughter? Is it just a God-given gift? Or does it require a discipline that is rarely noticed or understood? In this episode, you're going to get a inside-l...
You're Not Getting Paid Like You Should: 3 Payment Systems Every Christian Creator Needs
You've got the gifts. You've got the talent. You show up, you do the work—and yet there's money on the table that you're not collecting.Here's why: there are people out there right now who actually want to pay you, and they literally can...
How to Weave Your Faith Into Your Creator Work w/ Author Aaron Ryan
Can you weave your faith into your creator work without compromising authenticity or turning your audience off? Whether you're a Christian author, musician, podcaster, or creative entrepreneur, you've probably struggled to figure ou...
5 Non-Negotiables of Building a Creator Business That Actually Works
Are you 'winging it' when it comes to the business side of your creative life? In this episode, Allen C. Paul walks through five essential questions every creator must answer to move from simply doing creative work to running a real...
Say Yes! Vannesia Darby Shares Uncommon Steps to Creator Success (and Shondaland)
Have you been unknowingly saying 'no' to the creator opportunities you are praying for - because they don't show up the way you expected?From classical pianist, to music industry intern, to becoming a sought after consultant and ev...
3 Critical Money Mistakes That Cost Creators Dearly When Taxes are Due
Do you experience a rude awakening every April when Tax Day approaches? If so, you're one of many creators who seem to be caught off-guard by this yearly reminder that your creator business is just that - a business. And the IRS doe...
How To Stay Strong While Waiting on Your Creative Breakthrough with Chastity, Singer/Artist Advocate
What do you do when you know you’re called to create… but your breakthrough hasn’t come yet?In this episode, Chastity—recording artist and background vocalist for legendary artists like...
How to Manage Feeling Down and Distressed as a Christian Creator
How should you respond as a faith-focused creator when you're faced with the most distressing moments of your life? Should you unplug completely from your work? Does your art have a role in your healing? In this transparent ex...
BEST OF: How To Follow God Into a New Creative Passion with Teea Goans, Singer / Songwriter
In one of our most popular interviews, singer-songwriter Teea Goans shares the journey she took from being a successful country cover song artist to confidently sharing her own music - all because she followed God's prompting to take a leap of ...
A Creative in Corporate? How to Find God's Purpose in Both Worlds with Chris Whittington, Recording Artist
What if the thing you call your “day job” is actually supposed to complement - not compete with - your creative calling?In this episode, you’ll meet Chris Whittington—a steel industry executive with over 20 years in the corporate world w...
Why Creators End Up Working Alone (And What to Do Instead)
Ever felt like your creative life depends on doing ALL the things - by yourself? In this episode, we take an honest look at the isolation many creators experience and why trying to carry every responsibility on your own eventually l...
From Piano Keys to Camping Sticks! How Trusting God Grows your Impact w/ Joleen Steel
She built it. It worked. And then God asked her to let it go.In this episode, we sit down with Joleen Steel — minister, former music studio owner, and co-leader of Camping Stick Kids — to talk about what it really means to build somethin...
How Gossip and Criticism Can Wreck Your Creator Career
Remember how our parents said "If you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all?"Sure, it may seem like old-fashioned advice, but it may save you from a ton of lost opportunities. In this episode we explore the dan...
The Only Good Thing About the Bad Bunny Halftime Show Controversy
Can Christian creators actually LEARN something from the Bad Bunny Super Bowl Halftime Show? In this episode, we'll unpack the one key lesson that all faith-centered creators can take from the cultural impact of this performance.&nb...
How To Finally Break the Mental Chains That Hold You Back w/ Dr. Laurette Willis
What happens when your creativity, your faith, and your healing journey collide?In this powerful and deeply honest episode of God and Gigs, Allen C. Paul sits down with Dr. Laurette Willis—cognitive behavioral therapist, creator...
Why Christian Artists Don't Want to Be Labeled “Christian”
In this episode, we'll share some honest thoughts on a recent debate sparked by rapper Andy Mineo regarding the implications of the 'Christian artist' label and whether it helps - or limits - your authenticity and creative expression.Hea...
Stay Consistent or Pivot? What to Do When Your Creator Career Feels Stuck
Are you being faithful to your process, or are you just stuck in a loop?In this episode, we answer the difficult question of what to do when you feel like your growth and impact has hit a ceiling. Many Christian creato...
The Danger of Letting Perfectionism Stop Your Progress (Reflections from Podfest)
Could perfectionism and comparison ruin your greatest opportunity before you even get to enjoy it? If you let it, your desire to be 'perfect' might be the thing that robs you of the ability to show up confidently and authentically -...
5 Powerful Mindsets That Can Make or Break Your Christian Creator Career
Are you making decisions about your life as a creator while being influenced by a mindset you don't realize you have? If so, you could be limiting your success and fulfillment as you pursue God's creative call - and it's all because you didn't ...
