
Up and to the Right
A dynamic podcast that tackles real and relevant topics within the church. No subject is off limits when it comes to discussing ways in which the Word of God can be made applicable in our lives.
Episodes
124 episodes
Episode 124: A Conversation with Stino Vasquez
In this conversation, Pastor Rodney interviews Stino Vasquez, exploring themes of faith, the fear of the Lord, and insights from various books of the Bible, including Job and Jonah. Stino shares his personal journey of understanding the fear of...
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Episode 124
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55:15

Episode 123: A Conversation with Dr. Manny Arango
In this conversation, Dr. Manny Arango and Pastor Rodney explore the transformative power of the gospel, emphasizing its countercultural nature and the necessity of adopting a biblical worldview. They discuss the importance of renewing the mind...
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Episode 123
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1:25:58

Episode 122: A Conversation with Peter Reeves
In this episode, Pastor Rodney interviews Peter Reeves, a teaching pastor, evangelist, and upcoming Revival speaker, who shares his journey of faith, ministry, and personal challenges. From his experiences with NFL chapels to his battle with ca...
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Episode 122
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39:15

Episode 121: A Conversation with Christian Velez
In this conversation, Pastor Rodney and Pastor Christian dive into what’s happening with the spiritual revival at North Church. They talk about what it means to be open to God’s presence, why corporate worship matters, and how prayer and prepar...
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Episode 121
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46:53

Episode 120: A Conversation with Coach Latesha Woods
In this conversation, Pastor Rodney interviews Coach Latesha Woods, who shares her inspiring journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a dedicated coach and mentor. Coach Woods discusses the significant influence of her upbringing, the r...
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Episode 120
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59:56

Episode 119: A Conversation with Samson Varughese and Clint Smith
In this conversation, Pastor Rodney welcomes Pastors Clint and Samson for a Build His Church update! Focusing on the exciting progress at both the Guthrie and OKC locations, they encourage us all to remain flexible during the construction phase...
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Episode 119
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37:01

Episode 118: A Conversation with Michael and Michelle Tardibono
In this conversation, Pastor Rodney welcomes twin siblings Michael and Michelle Tardibono as they discuss the importance of living a life of surrender to God, the daily practice of repentance, and how worship is not just an act but a lifestyle....
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Episode 118
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54:42

Episode 117: A Conversation with Srikanth Srinivasan
In this episode, Pastor Rodney and Srikanth Srinivasan discuss the significance of fasting in the Christian faith, exploring its transformative power and the personal journeys that lead to deeper faith. Srikanth shares his remarkable story of c...
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Episode 117
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49:50

Episode 116: A Conversation with Christian Velez
In this conversation, Pastor Rodney and Pastor Christian Velez discuss the importance of mentorship, the role of the Holy Spirit, and the necessity of surrender in spiritual growth. They emphasize the value of learning from younger generations,...
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Episode 116
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1:01:48

Episode 115: A Conversation with David Gadberry
In today's conversation, Pastor Rodney and David Gadberry discuss faith, leadership, and serving the local church, sharing insights from their ministry experiences. They highlight the challenges of transitioning roles, the importance of courage...
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Episode 115
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1:20:35

Episode 114: A Conversation with Randy Morgan
In this heartfelt conversation, Pastor Rodney and Randy Morgan explore the significance of Christmas, the journey of faith, and the role of Santa Claus in the holiday season. Randy shares his personal story of coming to faith and his experience...
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Episode 114
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34:17

Episode 113: A Conversation with Brooke Freeman
In this conversation, Pastor Rodney interviews Brooke Freeman, founder of Natural Freedom Farm, discussing her journey from nursing to establishing a nonprofit focused on providing healthy food access to children in low-income communities. Broo...
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Episode 113
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39:09

Episode 112: A Conversation with Mart Green
In this episode, Pastor Rodney interviews Mart Green, founder of Mardel, and they discuss his life journey, the importance of fasting, a deep passion for God's word, and the spirit of generosity that runs through his family. Mart shares persona...
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Episode 112
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44:10

Episode 111: A Conversation with Stephen and Bailey Kuert
In this conversation, Pastor Rodney speaks with Stephen and Bailey Kuert, founders of Involved International, about their mission to empower communities in East Africa through church planting, discipleship, and artisan work. They share their pe...
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Episode 111
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41:31

Episode 110: A Conversation with Blaine Bartel
In this conversation, Pastor Rodney and Blaine Bartel discuss the critical issue of sexual addiction within the church, highlighting the alarming statistic that 68% of churches do not provide support for men struggling with these issues. Blaine...
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Episode 110
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55:04

Episode 109: A Conversation with Samson and Hope Varughese
In today's episode, Pastor Rodney welcomes Hope and Samson Varughese as they discuss the journey of financial freedom, focusing on the importance of becoming debt-free, effective budgeting, and the role of generosity. They share personal experi...
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Episode 109
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51:44

Episode 108: A Conversation with Chaplain Ron Lindsey
In this episode, Pastor Clint Smith interviews Chaplain Ron Lindsey about his journey in prison ministry. Chaplain Lindsey shares his experiences as a prison chaplain at Lexington Correctional Center, the transformative power of faith within th...
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Episode 108
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30:12

Episode 107: A Conversation with LaToya Carter
In this episode, Pastor Rodney interviews LaToya Carter, who shares her personal journey of faith, family, and healing. LaToya discusses her upbringing in a traditional church, the challenges she faced in relationships, and the life-altering ex...
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Episode 107
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40:05

Episode 106: A Conversation with Shannon Fouts and Kayla Anderson
In today's conversation, Pastor Rodney, Shannon Fouts, and Kayla Anderson discuss the importance of discipleship, community, and building meaningful relationships within the church. They share insights from their recent fall program, emphasizin...
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Episode 106
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55:36

Episode 105: A Conversation with Blare Wood
IMPORTANT NOTE: This episode was recorded several months ago and the church launch date has since been adjusted to January 2025.In this conversation, Pastor Rodney interviews Blare Wood, who is in the process of planting a church in Tem...
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Episode 105
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32:18

Episode 104: A Conversation with James Jalbert
In this episode, Pastor Rodney sits down with James Jalbert, the chaplain for college club hockey in North America for Hockey Ministries International. They discuss James's journey from a passionate hockey player to a dedicated minister, the ch...
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Episode 104
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44:36

Episode 103: A Conversation with Jeff and Lacey Echeverry
In today's episode, Jeff and Lacey Echeverry share their journey of faith and resilience as they navigate through Lacey's stage four cancer diagnosis, treatments, surgeries, and a life-altering car accident. They emphasize the importance of rel...
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Episode 103
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1:03:05

Episode 102: A Conversation with Farah Stout and Michael Tardibono
In this episode, Pastor Rodney, Farah Stout, and Michael Tardibono discuss the upcoming live recording event at North Church. They share personal stories behind songs, the collaborative process of songwriting, and the significance of grounding ...
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Episode 102
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53:29

Episode 101: A Conversation with Lance Lang
In this conversation, Pastor Rodney interviews Lance Lang, the founder and president of Hope Is Alive, about his personal journey of addiction and recovery. Lance shares about his upbringing as a pastor's kid, his experimentation with drugs, an...
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Episode 101
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44:07
