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Song Revolution with John ChisumJOHN CHISUM: The Power of Knowing Styles & GenresSong Revolution Podcast – Season 3 Hosts: John Chisum & Bryant Urich Episode Title: The Power of Knowing Styles & Genres Episode Summary: In this episode of Song Revolution, hosts John Chisum and Bryant Urich dive deep into one of the most important (and often confusing) parts of being a songwriter or artist: understanding your genre and style. This discussion is packed with practical insights for anyone who has ever wondered, "What kind of music do I actually make?" Using real examples from the NCS Collective—includin...2025-05-0539 min
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Song Revolution with John ChisumJOHN CHISUM: How Real Studio Production WorksSong Revolution Podcast – Season 3 Hosts: John Chisum & Bryant Urich Episode Title: How Real Studio Production Works Episode Summary: In this episode of Song Revolution, hosts John Chisum and Bryant Urich take you behind the scenes of music production, showing exactly how a song evolves from a rough demo to a fully produced master recording. Whether you’re recording at home or working with a professional studio, you’ll learn the step-by-step process of layering instruments, arranging tracks, and creating a polished final mix. Using the song To You Fo...2025-02-2435 min
Song Revolution with John ChisumJOHN CHISUM: Writing Production Ready SongsSong Revolution Podcast – Season 3 Hosts: John Chisum & Bryant Urich Episode Title: Writing Production Ready Songs Episode Summary: In this episode of Song Revolution, hosts John Chisum and Bryant Urich dive into the fundamentals of what makes a song truly production-ready. If you’re planning to invest in recording your music, you’ll want to ensure your song is strong enough to stand on its own before adding layers of production. Learn how publishing, songwriting craft, and modern digital distribution have evolved and why quality control in songwriting matters more than ever in...2025-02-1738 min
Song Revolution with John ChisumJOHN CHISUM: From Your Work Demo To The WorldSong Revolution Podcast – Season 3 Hosts: John Chisum & Bryant Urich Episode Title: From Your Work Demo to the World Episode Summary: Welcome to Season 3 of Song Revolution! This month, we're diving into music production—what it takes to transform your voice memo ideas into professional master recordings ready for the world. Join hosts John Chisum and Bryant Urich as they break down the process from songwriting and demo production to full-scale music releases. Key Takeaways: The modern songwriting process—how to refine your idea before production Understanding the difference between work t...2025-02-0339 minSong Revolution with John ChisumJOHN CHISUM: Discovering Your Hidden Songwriting GeniusSong Revolution Podcast - Season 3, Episode 3 Episode Title: John Chisum: Discovering Your Hidden Songwriting Genius Host: John Chisum Episode Highlights: Celebrating a Decade of Songwriting Excellence: Reflecting on 10 years of Nashville Christian Songwriters (NCS) and 42 years in Christian music for John Chisum. Announcement of the 30th-anniversary edition of "Firm Foundation," set for release this month. 2025 Songwriting Challenge: A free year-long program to help Christian songwriters develop one new skill per month. Includes monthly free training sessions, resources, and a downloadable guide. Encouragement to set a "giant intention" for songwriting growth t...2025-01-2035 min
Well Coached with Chris WeinbergNurturing Your Passion with John Chisum of Nashville Christian SongwritersIn this episode of Well Coached, Chris Weinberg is joined by John Chisum, a seasoned veteran in the Christian music space. With a career spanning over 40 years, John has worked with iconic names such as Bill and Gloria Gaither and served as the VP of publishing at Integrity Music. He’s now the founder of Nashville Christian Songwriters, a platform that equips and uplifts Christian songwriters. John shares his journey from early struggles in the music industry to building a successful business focused on songwriting, artist development, and coaching. This episode explores themes of resilience, overcoming challenges, and the bal...2025-01-1455 min
Western UnchainedLincoln County War (II): Alexander McSween und John Tunstall - Die neuen BosseBis 1875 war die Lage in Lincoln County angespannt, aber relativ stabil. Bis zwei Neuankömmlinge den Status Quo erschütterten - und den Zorn von "The House" auf sich zogen.
Lawrence G. Murphy und seine Geschäftspartner James J. Dolan und John Riley, in Lincoln County als "The House" bekannt, besaßen das Geschäftsmonopol im Lincoln County - und galten neben Rinderbaron John Chisum als die unbestrittenen Herrscher der Gegend. Zwischen den beiden Königshäusern war die Lage angespannt, aber noch weitgehend stabil. Doch die Ankunft des Anwalts Alexander McSween und des angehenden Rinderzüchters John H...2025-01-061h 02Song Revolution with John ChisumJOHN CHISUM: Getting Unstuck, Get a Plan, and Get HeardSong Revolution Podcast - Season 3 Premiere Episode Title: John Chisum: “Getting Unstuck, Get a Plan, and Get Heard” Hosts: John Chisum Bryant Urich Episode Highlights: Welcome to Season 3! A new year and a new season of Song Revolution. Overview of exciting plans for 2025, including interviews, teachings, and a 12-month songwriting challenge. Special Guests and Upcoming Highlights: Leanna Crawford, Galen Crew, and a revival episode featuring the group Out of Eden. Insights from songwriters with incredible journeys. The 12-Month Songwriting Challenge: A skill-focused journey: Learn one new songwriting skill each month. Free...2025-01-0649 min
Western UnchainedLincoln County War (I): John Chisum und Lawrence Murphy - Könige des Lincoln CountyIn den 1870er Jahren wurde das Lincoln County, New Mexico, von zwei Fraktionen beherrscht - die sich bald in einem blutigen Krieg gegenüberstehen sollten.
Den Grundstein für den legendären Lincoln County War legten zwei Männer, die als die regelrechten Herrscher des Bezirks galten: John Chisum, der unbestrittene Rinderbaron, und Lawrence G. Murphy und seine Partner, die allgemein als "The House" bekannt und berüchtigt waren. Wie sah es Anfang der 1870er in Lincoln County, New Mexico aus - und wie kam es zu dem explosiven Gemenge, dass sich nur wenige Jahre später in blu...2024-12-2300 min
LIFESTYLE SOLOPRENEURHow a tragic layoff turned into an opportunity for global influence with guest John Chisum John Chisum is a long-time music business executive, songwriter, performer, author, blogger, entrepreneur, and creative coach. With a career spanning forty years, John knows how to draw the best out of songwriters, artists, team members, and the people around him. For John, helping people break free from their self-imposed boundaries comes naturally, flowing from his own life’s struggles as he’s learned to survive and thrive throughout each decade of his highly creative life.2024-02-2227 minSong Revolution with John ChisumJOHN CHISUM: New Year, New You, New SongsWelcome back to Song Revolution. Happy new year! Welcome to a new episode of the Song Revolution podcast with John Chisum, presented by the NRT network. In this 2024 episode, John, alongside his right-hand man Bryant Ulrich, kickstarts the New Year with a focus on songwriting and community building in the Christian music world. Celebrating their ninth year as Nashville Christian Songwriters, they share their journey, the growth of their podcast, and the evolution of their programs. This episode delves into the past seven years of Bryant's journey in Nashville, from his arrival with aspirations in...2024-01-1634 minSong Revolution with John ChisumJOHN CHISUM: Why the World Needs Your Best Christmas Songs NowJoin us in this special Christmas edition of the Song Revolution podcast with John Chisum, where we delve into the art and soul of Christian songwriting. In this episode, John shares his insights and personal journey in the world of music, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning and growth in songwriting. He discusses the transformative power of songs in living a better life and connecting more deeply with God's love, regardless of whether you're a songwriter or not. Special highlights include a retrospective of the year's best episodes, insightful interviews, and the...2023-12-1816 min
Tell Me What HappenedJohn Chisum, President of the Nashville Christian Songwriters, recalls moving from Birmingham, AL to Memphis, TN during the turbulent 1960's & his first interracial date.John Chisum is a veteran songwriter, recording artist, and coach, as well as founder and President of Nashville Christian Songwriters. He's also host of the popular podcast "Song Revolution with John Chisum."John recalls dating an African-American classmate while they were both in grade school and the racism they both encountered.Tell Me What Happened features the music of Susan Salidor.More information about Susan Salidor can be found at her websiteGet Susan Salidor’s One Little Act of Kindness Children’s BookGet Susan Salidor’s I’ve Got P...2023-11-2814 min
Anchored by the SwordJohn Chisum's Freedom Story!Today's guest, John Chisum, was such a joy to meet and hang out with! Getting to hear his story of following God after his radical conversion to see how He opened up doors for John when he least expected it. He also talks about a very dark time during his career when he felt so depressed and hopeless that he considered taking his own life. When he was at his lowest, God presented him with a new opportunity to begin helping singers and songwriters across the world with the Nashville Christian Songwriters website and organization. You will sense the joy...2023-10-0633 minSong Revolution with John ChisumJOHN CHISUM: 40 Years of Music MakingWelcome to the Song Revolution Podcast! Today, we invite you to embark on an extraordinary musical journey as we pay tribute to our host and iconic artist, John Chisum, and his remarkable 40-year career in music. In this special episode, we'll delve deep into the life and legacy of John Chisum, a true music visionary whose passion for creating soul-stirring melodies and compelling lyrics has captivated audiences worldwide. Join us as we uncover the pivotal moments that shaped John Chisum's artistic journey, the inspiration behind his timeless songs, and the collaborations that have left an...2023-08-0848 minSong Revolution with John ChisumJOHN CHISUM: Three Steps To Grow Your Calling As A Christian Songwriter📌 CALLED TO WRITE FOR THE KINGDOM Workshop - June 10, 2023 https://ncssongwriters.kartra.com/page/kingdom Welcome to the Song Revolution podcast! In today's episode, we dive into what it takes to grow in your calling as a worship songwriter. Stepping deeper into your calling as a Christian songwriter requires prayer, self-assessment, and action. By seeking God's guidance, honing your skills, and actively pursuing your passion, you can embark on a fulfilling journey of creating music that touches lives and brings glory to God. Here are three key steps to help you dive into your calling as a Chris...2023-06-0519 min
The STR Home Financing PodcastEp #28 Interview with Stacey St. JohnIn this installment of "Three Things You Should Know" I interview Stacey St John from Female STR Investors. Stacey is an STR Owner, STR Property Manager and Coach. She shares the 3 most important things to have in an STR property.Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/femalestrinvestorsWebsite: https://staceystjohn.com/Email: hello@staceystjohn.com2023-05-3110 minSong Revolution with John ChisumJOHN CHISUM: Overcoming Songwriting LimitationsHello and welcome to Song Revolution, the podcast where we explore the world of songwriting and more. I'm John, your host, and I'm thrilled to have you here with me today. Whether you're a seasoned songwriter or just someone who loves music, my aim is to bring you not only inspiration but also tools to help you live a better life. In this episode, I want to share with you some principles from my recent one-hour training on Overcoming Songwriting Limitations. Even if you missed the training, don't worry, because I believe that what I h...2023-03-2935 min
New Canaan Society Franklin Podcast#70: John ChisumJohn Chisum, founder of Nashville Christian Songwriters, says that in spite of a successful career as music business executive and songwriter . . .
“At age 58 my life fell apart. I found myself struggling to connect with God, myself, my loved ones, and with meaningful ministry and work. It all just came to a grinding halt. I was hitting rock bottom in almost every area of my life. I fell into a darkness I had never known before.
“That was the toughest year of my life, but little did I know that it was all a set up for so...2023-02-0232 min
Song Revolution with John ChisumJOHN CHISUM: How to Get People to Love Your SongsHow to Get People to LOVE Your Songs Get THREE powerful insights to make your songs stand out above the crowd and engage your audience through responsibility, creativity, and action with veteran Christian songwriter and recording artist, John Chisum. This episode is a must for aspiring songwriters wanting to tap into deeper resources and take action to fulfill their highest calling. CONNECT WITH MUSIC CITY ACOUSTICS For a special discount, make sure you mention “THE CHIZPOD” when you place your first order. Website – https://www.musiccityacoustics.com/ Facebo...2023-01-3025 min
Song Revolution with John ChisumJOHN CHISUM: Overcoming the Fear of Not Being Good EnoughNow you can finally lose the fear of not being good enough as a Christian songwriter and level up your skills with these powerful insights from veteran Christian songwriter and President of Nashville Christian Songwriters, John Chisum! REGISTER FOR "WRITING POWERFUL SONGS FOR PRAISE & WORSHIP" FEATURING HOPE DARST AND JOHN CHISUM ON FEBRUARY 4TH, 2023 (REGISTER TO RECEIVE REPLAY LINK): https://ncssongwriters.kartra.com/page/songsforworship2023 CONNECT WITH MUSIC CITY ACOUSTICS For a special discount, make sure you mention “THE CHIZPOD” when you place your first order. Website – https://www.musiccityacoustics.com/ Facebook – https://www.face...2023-01-2317 minSong Revolution with John ChisumJOHN CHISUM: You Don’t Need More Inspiration to Become a Successful SongwriterJohn Chisum is a veteran Christian songwriter with over 400 of his compositions recorded and in print. With a career spanning four decades, John’s delightful calling is to download time-proven insights on songwriting that can set you up for the greatest songwriting years of your life. In this solo episode, John helps you to abandon the urban myth that you are “waiting on God” for the inspiration to write great songs. He shares boldly that what most Christian songwriters are waiting on will never come and how to end the needless passivity of expecting downloads and inspirational lightn...2023-01-1824 minSong Revolution with John ChisumJOHN CHISUM: 3 Powerful Ways to Jumpstart Your Creativity and SongwritingJohn Chisum is a veteran Christian songwriter with over 400 of his compositions recorded and in print. With a career spanning four decades, John’s delightful calling is to download time-proven insights on songwriting that can set you up for the greatest songwriting years of your life. In this solo episode, John shares three powerful ways that you can jump start your creativity and songwriting in this New Year. Part pastor, part coach, and part counselor, John exhorts you throughout this episode to get more engaged with your creativity and spiritual calling to make the most out of your time an...2023-01-1025 min
All The Best with John Chisum26. JOHN CHISUM - Living Your Best LifeJohn Chisum has dedicated his life to helping people cope with whatever they are facing in their lives, whether it's large or small. He says: “We're all facing the world through the lens of our own pain, fear, guilt, shame, and grief. The ultimate aim for this podcast is to be a safe space to talk about other perspectives and have a broader conversation about things.” This show is all about finding all the best in life - no matter who you are or what you believe in and an encouragement to discover that life can be amazin...2022-12-261h 05
Personal Growth After Trauma | Grit, Grace, & Inspiration#145: From Pot Smoking Hippy to Christ Following Christian Songwriter: This is the Story of John ChisumFrom those wild teenage years spent smokin' and drinkin' all night to singing in the church choir the next morning to finding Jesus thanks to a sweet lady named Lynn, we begin to unpack the story behind this massively successful music business executive, songwriter, performer, author, blogger, podcaster, entrepreneur, and creative coach.With a career spanning almost forty years, John Chisum knows how to draw the best out of songwriters, artists, team members, and the people around him. For John, helping people break free from their self-imposed boundaries comes naturally, flowing from his own life’s struggles as...2022-12-201h 04
All The Best with John Chisum25. TOMMY BREEDLOVE - Leveling Up to a Legendary Mindset25. TOMMY BREEDLOVE - Leveling Up to a Legendary MindsetTommy Breedlove is the Wall Street Journal and USA Today Best Selling author of the book, “Legendary” and the founder of the Legendary Life Movement. Tommy started his 20-year corporate career at one of the largest financial consulting firms in the world, and eventually became a shareholder, the International Practice Leader, and a member of the board of directors for one of the largest public accounting and financial firms in the southeast U.S. At the top of his career, Tommy experienced a transformational moment that inspired him to w...2022-12-1233 min
All The Best with John Chisum24. DAVID HAMPTON - Talking Back To My Addiction“We can't be honest with others until we are able to be honest with ourselves.” - David HamptonDavid Hampton has lived in the Greater Nashville, TN area since 1988. Behind the scenes, David was a man confronting his own alcoholism and recovery process. He began his journey into sobriety in June of 2005 which eventually led him to pursue his certification as a credentialed Certified Professional Addiction/Recovery Coach (CPRC) now working in private practice in Greater Nashville. David works closely with Nashville area treatment centers, nonprofit recovery organizations, and often speaks with faith-based recovery groups dealing with addic...2022-11-2846 min
Music for the Soul PodcastEpisode 2: Overcoming Apathy and Stepping into God's Calling For Your Life with John ChisumThis week on The Music for the Soul Podcast, we are diving into the topic of hardships, apathy and truly understanding that Jesus Christ is with us in ALL things. Our guest on today's episode is founder of Nashville Christian Songwriters, John Chisum. John shares his story of moving to Nashville in 1983 to take a church job that ultimately fell through, leaving him and his newly wed wife with $40 in their pockets and no place to live. From there, he wound up becoming a mentee to the legendary Gary McSpadden which sparked his journey to write songs and perform...2022-11-1630 min
All The Best with John Chisum23. KEVIN PALMIERI - Overcoming Your Limiting BeliefsKevin Palmieri is the CFO, Founder & Co-Host of Next Level University. A Global Top 100 Self-Improvement podcast with more than 1000 episodes reaching over half a million people in more than 125 countries. A podcast with hundreds of thousands of downloads, he has grown the podcast into a multi six-figure business. He has given nearly 150 speeches and had the opportunity to do hundreds of coaching calls. Some people find rock bottom... Kevin found out that rock bottom has a basement. In his mid 20's he had it all. A beautiful girlfriend, a high paying job, a sports car and his d...2022-11-1434 min
All The Best with John Chisum22. BEN CURRIER - Embracing Your FailuresBen Currier has spent the last 15 years working in Finance & Accounting in many industries spanning public accounting, video games, healthcare, real estate, and diamond jewelry! He also hosts the Failure Guy podcast as the World's #1 Failure. The podcast is meant to shine a light on the fact that 'failure' is not just something that shouldn't be avoided, but actually is a necessary stepping stone on the way to success! Instead of Fake It Till You Make It, his motto has been Fail It Till You Nail It!While most of us try to protect our fragile egos a...2022-10-3147 min
All The Best with John Chisum21. NANCY SOLARI - Harnessing Your Hardships“You don't need sight to have vision. - Nancy Solari”Few have faced the challenges in life that Nancy Solari has endured. Domestic violence, infidelity, miscarriages, sexual harassment, cancer and eating disorders within her family– and all on top of a retinal disease that has left her legally blind. Despite the negativity and hardships, today Nancy is a happy and successful entrepreneur with a lot of positivity to share with the world.In this episode, John and Nancy discuss what it feels like to navigate a very successful career as a visually challenged person. Nancy shares...2022-10-1732 min
All The Best with John Chisum20. WM. PAUL YOUNG - “The Shack” Author on Death RowDeath Row inmates are among some of the most forgotten populations in our society, but not for “The Shack” author, Wm. Paul Young, and his friend, Wes Yoder. Paul and Wes have been spending a lot of time doing what Jesus said in Matthew 25, “I was in prison and you came to visit me,” spending time with a group of Jesus’ followers on Death Row in a Nashville prison.Young, whose book “The Shack” has sold over 20 million copies and was adapted into a blockbuster movie, exudes the love of God everywhere he goes with a message of acceptance...2022-10-031h 10
All The Best with John Chisum19. FRANK KING - I Could Always Kill MyselfAs a humorous keynote speaker, Frank brings his corporate brand of comedy to educate, inspire, and finally, entertain…again, ah-has, with a sprinkling of ha-ha’s, in a one of a kind presentation on matters of life and death. He blends his experience as a clean, clever stand-up comedian, an award-winning syndicated humor columnist, and as a warrior in his own lifelong battle with depression and thoughts of suicide, for content-packed and eminently listenable keynote presentations and workshops.John Chisum and Frank King enjoy a great conversation as Frank shares stories from his own life and his stru...2022-09-1951 min
"AJS Ministry Weekly Tuesdays Bible Class @ 2 PM, & AJSM Podcast Wednesdays @ 2 PM & Thursday @ 7 PMAJS Ministry's The Tabernacle of Fire 🔥 NU Podcast, Special Guests Pastor, St. John Chisum, Thursday, September 8, 2022Elder Anton & Elder Jennifer Seals invite you to the “Live Zoom and Facebook Streaming” of their Every Thursday @ 7 PM “AJS Ministry’s The Tabernacle of Fire NU Podcast:”
Date and Time September 8th @ 7 PM
Special Guests Speaker: Sr. Pastor St. John Chisum of “Gifts From God Ministry Church”
About Our Guests:
Pastor St. John Chisum founded Gifts From God Ministry Church over 29 years ago with the express purpose to serve the Trinity and its people by providing:
Spiritual, Human, Social Services, and Health Care Information through our “Hope and Help Center.” Th...2022-09-101h 12
All The Best with John Chisum18. TIM STOREY - Discovering Your Miracle MentalityToxic thoughts can drag you down into a mindset that’s mundane, messy, and mad. Negative thinking undermines all aspects of your life, from family and romantic relationships to career satisfaction, financial stability, and physical and spiritual health. To overcome these obstacles, you need a new mindset--a miracle mentality--where dreams are achievable, hope is actionable, and spiritual healing is possible.John Chisum connects with Tim in a powerful way in this episode to bring you these key insights to discover all the best in your life. Their conversation about his newest book, The Miracle Mentality, will get yo...2022-09-0529 min
All The Best with John Chisum17. CHRIS TUFF - Merging Your Passion with Your PurposeChristopher Tuff started his career as one of the first marketers to focus on helping startups, including Facebook in 2005. Since then, he’s become a sought-after leader in the digital marketing space, having been featured on the front of the Wall Street Journal, in Fast Company, and consistently in advertising trade production features, including Adage and Advertising Weekly. Tuff’s natural ability to connect with his nearly 80% millennial and Gen Z workforce led him to publish the national bestselling The Millennial Whisperer in 2018. A global movement soon followed as Tuff shared lessons on empathy and genuine connection at wo...2022-08-2248 min
All The Best with John Chisum16. DR. BEN SWEENEY - My Journey Back from Opioid AddictionWe’re going to be hitting on all cylinders on today’s show. Dr. Ben Sweeney is a chiropractor and purveyor of all things health and wellness through Sweeney Health Centers.It’d be easy to look at Dr. Ben and assume that he’s just breezed his way through life with his athleticism, charming smile, and rugged good looks, but you’d be wrong. Behind the successful exterior and charm, he harbored a lot of undealt-with pain that threatened to destroy him, his practice, and those he loved.A moment of intervention from his wife broke...2022-08-0840 min
All The Best with John Chisum15. STEVE CHANDLER - Reinventing YourselfSteve Chandler is the author of 30 books that have been translated into over 25 languages. His personal success coaching, public speaking and business consulting have been used by CEOs, top professionals, major universities, and over 30 Fortune 500 companies. A popular guest on TV and radio talk shows, he has recently been called "the most powerful public speaker in America today." Steve Chandler graduated from the University of Arizona with a degree in Creative Writing and Political Science, and spent four years in the military studying language and psychological warfare. He is also a master coach that has helped train hundreds of...2022-07-2553 min
Christian Music Archive PodcastJohn ChisumMany conversations on the podcast are with the people on stage, band members, vocalists, and recording artists. But for these musicians to do their craft, there is an army of folks behind the scenes, producers, managers, engineers, and songwriters. Today I'm talking with one of those songwriters. John Chisum is a songwriter with a long list of credits, including Sandy Patti, First Call, Gaither Vocal Band, Ron Kenoly, The Cathedrals, and countless others. He is also the founder of Nashville Christian Songwriters, an organization dedicated to mentoring and empowering songwriters to hone their craft. In addition, John has been...2022-07-2042 min
All The Best with John Chisum14. TOMMY BREEDLOVE - Living a Legendary LifeTommy Breedlove is the Wall Street Journal and USA Today Best Selling author of the book, “Legendary” and the founder of the Legendary Life Movement. Tommy started his 20-year corporate career at one of the largest financial consulting firms in the world, and eventually became a shareholder, the International Practice Leader, and a member of the board of directors for one of the largest public accounting and financial firms in the southeast U.S. At the top of his career, Tommy experienced a transformational moment that inspired him to walk away from the corporate world to follow his true calli...2022-07-1150 min
All The Best with John Chisum13. DR. JON MUNDY - Mysticism and MiraclesDr. Jon Mundy is an author, lecturer, and publisher of Miracles magazine and the Executive Director of All Faiths Seminary International in New York City. He taught university courses in Philosophy and Religion with a specialization in The History of Mysticism. The author of 9 books, his latest book, Lesson 101: Perfect Happiness, is published by Sterling Ethos of New York City, a division of Barnes and Noble.On today’s episode, Dr. Jon Mundy talks at length about mysticism and shares some powerful insights about Miracles a psychological training program. He explains that this course is designed to mo...2022-06-2744 min
All The Best with John Chisum12. RICK TERRIEN - Entrepreneurship in the Second Half of LifeRick Terrien is a lifelong innovator and is now exploring entrepreneurship in the second half of life. Since age 45, Rick has earned nine patents and successfully launched multiple new for-profit and nonprofit enterprises, earning national and international awards. Rick was recognized as one of AARP’s Purpose Prize Fellows (Making A Difference is Ageless).On today’s episode, Rick Terrien shares a lot of wisdom and encouragement as he advises individuals starting over their second half of life and explains what it takes to start and maintain a business. He makes three very impressive points to “Start Small...2022-06-1336 min
All The Best with John Chisum11. DR. KRISTEN DONNELLY - Understanding Empathy, Otherness and DiversityDr. Kristen Donnelly is a TEDx speaker, international empathy educator, and researcher with two decades of experience in helping people understand the beauty in diversity. She is an exceptionally dynamic and thoughtful speaker. She is one of The Good Doctors of Abbey Research, COO of their parent company, and an unapologetic nerd for stories of change.On today’s episode, Dr. Kristen Donnelly defines the term empathy and touches on a few other amazing topics like understanding the differences between guilt and accountability and redefining work culture. She also shares beautiful insights on sensitive issues of white pr...2022-05-3037 min
All The Best with John Chisum10. JEFF LEISAWITZ - The Real “F-Bomb”Jeff Leisawitz is an internationally in-demand Life Coach, Workshop Facilitator, and Speaker. Jeff burns with a mission— to inspire and teach people with a heartbeat to live their gifts and create meaningful lives of purpose, success, connection, and creativity. He has over 5000 music placements in film & television. He is also an internationally distributed screenwriter, director, and producer. He is the author of a very popular book ‘Not F*ing Around— The No Bullsh*t Guide for Getting Your Creative Dreams Off the Ground.'On today’s episode, Jeff Leisawitz talks about embracing failures in life as t...2022-05-1636 min
All The Best with John Chisum9. AURA E. MARTINEZ - Creating and Sustaining a Lifetime of WellnessAura E. Martinez is a Self-Discovery and Empowerment Coach helping women gain clarity in their purpose to awake to a life of fulfillment and certainty. Aura has discovered keys to greater well-being by cultivating the inner life and teaches that negative emotions have purposeful messages for us, if we will only listen to them. She is the founder of Live to the Max™/Viva al máximo™, author of the book “Creating a Lifetime of Wellness: Start Having the Life You Deserve'' and the journal “Creating a Lifetime of Wellness Journal: Your Personal Coach to the Different Areas of Y...2022-05-0234 min
All The Best with John Chisum8. RAMON PRESSON - Building Thriving RelationshipsDr. Ramon Presson is a licensed marriage & family therapist who has been counseling individuals and couples for over three decades. His therapy practice, the Marriage Counseling Center of Franklin, is based outside of Nashville, Tennessee. Ramon is the author of a dozen books including the popular When Will My Life Not Suck? and co-author with his mentor, Dr. Gary Chapman, of the 101 Conversation Starters trilogy of books. A member of the National Society of Newspaper Columnists, he has been a featured weekly columnist in the Middle Tennessee area for the past 15 years. Ramon and his wife, Dorrie, will celebrate...2022-04-1844 min
All The Best with John Chisum7. ALMA DERRICKS - Selling Cirque du Soleil & Beating the ElephantAlma Derricks is an accomplished executive, brand strategist, and serial intrapreneur with over 25 years of experience building inventive new ventures at the edges of established media, entertainment, technology, hospitality, and consumer products companies. Known for her shrewd cultural insights and engaging bedside manner, she is the Founder and Managing Partner of REV, a Brand Entrepreneurship™ consultancy that partners with creators, founders, leadership teams, and boards of directors to navigate competitive inflection points, sharpen brand storytelling, and launch distinctive new businesses and service lines. Alma has created new businesses and customer strategies for an array of adventurous companies, launched ground-breaking di...2022-04-0438 min
All The Best with John Chisum6. NINA MANOLSON - Practicing Body PeaceNina Manolson MA, NBC-HWC, helps women end their war with food and make peace with their bodies. As a Body-Peace Coach and a Certified Psychology of Eating Coach and Teacher, she's a relationship counselor for women and their bodies. Nina works with savvy women who already know exactly what they "should" be doing to feel good in their own skin but still struggle to feel nourished. On today’s episode, Nina Manolson and John Chisum talk about how to win the war with food and truly live in body peace. They both share their personal journeys of ove...2022-03-2138 min
All The Best with John Chisum5. JOHN MOYER - Reprogramming the Subconscious Mind Through HypnosisJohn Moyer is a world-renowned hypnotist that has amazed thousands with his ability to tap into the human mind and subconscious. He has been in the entertainment business for over 25 years, starting off as a stand up comedian, going into the film industry, and now has a Youtube following as a hypnotist with over 230,000 subscribers.On today’s episode, John Moyer and John Chisum talk about some of the myths and misconceptions around hypnosis. They discuss how our behaviors are tied to subconscious beliefs that impact our lives and how to correct them through hypnosis to step in...2022-03-0731 min
All The Best with John Chisum4. BILL LEE-EMERY - How To Be Bulletproof From CriticismBill Lee-Emery has a passion for helping people to learn about themselves. Through his work spanning nearly 40 years, he has taught countless thousands of people how to improve various aspects of their lives.Besides working in the corporate world, Bill facilitated personal growth programs at one of Australia’s best-known health resorts on the Gold Coast, Queensland delivering acclaimed workshops on stress and modern living.On today’s episode, Bill and John talk about how to manage our inner critic so that we can stay connected to our heart and live out of the true expr...2022-03-0134 min
All The Best with John Chisum3. JIM TRICK - Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead No MoreMorbidly obese at 430 pounds, Jim Trick was trapped in a life, body, and mindset from which he thought there was no escape. Now over 220 pounds lighter, Jim has devoted his life to empowering individuals, companies, and organizations, to change what’s possible.On today’s episode, Jim Trick and John Chisum talk about the journey back once you’ve hit rock bottom and you can step onto a path of wholeness and healing. Everybody goes through trauma and if it goes unchecked, can lead to internal turmoil that manifests externally in your life. Jim talks about the proces...2022-03-0132 min
All The Best with John Chisum2. KATIE GUSTAFSON - Mindfulness, Self-Care, & Beating Breast CancerKatie Gustafson is a Nashville-based psychotherapist, expert in the Enneagram, and acclaimed speaker specializing in providing resources outside of therapy.On today’s episode, Katie shares about her recent experience in undergoing a double mastectomy and how it turned her life upside down, but set her on the path to discovering herself in a new way. John and Katie cover how they’ve been on a path of mindfulness and wholeness and talk about how the Enneagram is an incredible tool for discovering your identity.KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THE EPISODE03:17 Battling breast cancer and unde...2022-03-0125 min
All The Best with John Chisum1. INTRODUCTION: All The Best with John ChisumABOUT THE “ALL THE BEST WITH JOHN CHISUM” PODCASTAll the Best with John Chisum is designed to help you live a more creative and fulfilling life. Exploring faith, spirituality, self-help, motivation, and wellness, John interviews inspiring people from various backgrounds and beliefs to empower you to get up and do something cool with your life. CONNECT WITH JOHN CHISUMWebsite - https://www.johnchisum.com Instagram - @johnchisumofficial Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/johnchisumofficial Twitter - @johnchisumofficialSign Up for John’s “31-Day Modevotional Email Series” - https://www.johnchisum.com SUBSCRIBE TO THE...2022-02-2511 min
The Songwriter Gospel PodcastS1E5 - Secrets To Becoming A Successful Christian Songwriter w/ John ChisumIn today’s episode I speak with music industry vet John Chisum about how to be a successful songwriter in today’s music industry. John is a veteran songwriter and was a music industry executive with Star Song Media & Integrity music. He’s now the founder and president of Nashville Christian Songwriters where he coaches and empowers Christian songwriters worldwide and is host of the Song Revolution Podcast.In this episode we talk about:How John got Started and Found His Way into the Christian Music industry.The Importance of Having a Mission as a Songwriter.Steps...2022-02-2351 min
"AJS Ministry Weekly Tuesdays Bible Class @ 2 PM, & AJSM Podcast Wednesdays @ 2 PM & Thursday @ 7 PMAJS Ministry, The Tabernacle of Fire 🔥 NU Podcast: "Pastor St. John & Co-Pastor Gay Chisum," Thursday, December 2, 2021, @ 7 PMDear Family, Friends, Pastor, and Facebook Contacts,
Elder Jennifer Seals and I invite you to join and to listen and view our Special Guests "Pastors ST. John and Co-Pastor Gay Chisum" of Gifts From God Ministry on their AJS Ministry "The Tabernacle of Fire NU Podcast.
Date & Time: Thursday, December 2, 2021, @ 7P M
Special Guests: Pastor St. John & Co-Pastor Gay Chisum: "Gifts From God Ministry" Topic: Christ-Mass versus Christmas Scripture Luke 2:14
About Our Guests: Pastor St. John Chisum & Co-Pastor Gay Chisum
Pastor St. John Chisum founded Gifts From God Ministry Church 2...2021-12-031h 14
"AJS Ministry Weekly Tuesdays Bible Class @ 2 PM, & AJSM Podcast Wednesdays @ 2 PM & Thursday @ 7 PM"The Tabernacle of Fire 🔥 NU Podcast" Our Special Guest: Co-Pastor Gay Chisum, Gifts From God Ministry, Thursday, July 8th @ 7 PMElder Anton & Elder Jennifer Seals, invite you to join our Special Guest: “Co-Pastor Gay Chisum of Gifts From God Ministry, Thursday, July 8th @ 7 PM on the AJS Ministry “The Tabernacle of Fire NU Podcast.
The Zoom/Facebook Stream/Recording are uploaded our AJS Ministry social media links: weekly Blog Page: https://ajsministryblog.wordpress.com/ and via AJS Ministry Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AJSMinistry/ Date & Time: Thursday, @ 7 PM
Topic: “Planting Seeds of Peace In Our Children.
Scripture Text: Proverbs 22:6
About Our Guest: CO-Pastor Gay Michelle Chisum
Born and raised in Pittsburgh, Penns...2021-07-091h 08
Law, The Universe, And EverythingThe Democratization Of Music, Consciousness Expansion, And Life In The Music Industry With John ChisumPacifico talks with music industry veteran John Chisum about his journey through the highs and lows of a musical life and how we can expand our consciousness.---Law, The Universe, And Everything is a show featuring leaders from the fields of law, business, sports, medicine, spirituality, music, marketing, entrepreneurship, cannabis, blockchain, and beyond. We talk about anything and everything as long as it's interesting. No topic is off limits so it's a bit like Joe Rogan meets Tim Ferriss but the host has better hair. Law, The Universe, And Everything is a production of...2021-06-181h 04"AJS Ministry Weekly Tuesdays Bible Class @ 2 PM, & AJSM Podcast Wednesdays @ 2 PM & Thursday @ 7 PMThe Tabernacle of Fire 🔥 NU Special Guest: Pastor ST. John Chisum & Co-Pastor Gay Chisum, Thursday, March 25th, 7 PMDear Family, Friends, Pastor, and Facebook Contacts,
Elder Jennifer Seals & I invite you to view our Special Guests "Pastors ST. John & Co-Pastor Gay Chisum of Gifts From God Ministry on AJS Ministry "The Tabernacle of Fire NU Podcast
Date & Time: Thursday, March 25th, 7 PM
Special Guests: Pastors St. John & Co-Pastor Gay Chisum
Topic: Resurrection Sunday Vs Easter Sunday Script: John 8:31-32 Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him. If ye continue in my Word, then are ye my disciples indeed: And Ye shall know the truth and the t...2021-03-261h 19Song Revolution with John ChisumJOHN CHISUM: Finding Song Ideas in Quarantine & CrisisOur world has been ravaged and turned upside down by Covid-19, but you're still called to write great Christian songs, right? In this special edition of the Song Revolution with John Chisum, John and co-host, Tina Keil, explore specific ways you can utilize the upset routines more creatively and capture even more song ideas than ever before. John & Tina discuss three ways you can go deeper in your songwriting by utilizing your time effectively, prioritizing life, and tapping greater creativity despite the crisis at hand. You'll find encouragement and inspiration in this edition...2020-04-0540 minSong Revolution with John ChisumJOHN CHISUM: Up Level Your SongwritingAre you wanting to "up level" your songwriting in 2020? Are you a singer-songwriter ready to take your craft to a much higher level to impact even more listeners? In today's show Nashville Christian Songwriters President John Chisum and our podcast producer, Peter Hartzell, sit down in the studio to take a look back at some highlights for this show and for Nashville Christian Songwriters in 2019, as well as to give you some practical steps you can take to make the coming year your best ever for songwriting and building your audience. Our show passed 100,000 downloads i...2019-12-3034 minSong Revolution with John ChisumJOHN CHISUM: Engaging with Your Audience as a SongwriterHave you ever thought or said, “I just want to get my songs out there” or “I just want to get my songs heard” or “I just know God has something bigger for me and my music”? If you have, you’re not alone. Thousands of aspiring songwriters are right where you are. In this episode, veteran songwriter and publisher, John Chisum, unpacks a few of the myths about self-expression and why your songs might not be winning the audience you really want. He addresses writing with your target audience in mind and how you can ca...2019-08-2634 minSong Revolution with John ChisumJOHN CHISUM: The #1 Secret Songwriting Tool You Need Most Right NowWhat is the #1 secret songwriting tool you need to become a successful songwriter? Could it be knowing how to play the guitar or keyboard? Could it be having a stellar radio voice to sing your songs and record great cd’s of your music? Could it be knowing the right people in Nashville or L.A. or New York? Or is it something else entirely that could be the #1 thing that could really set you up to become a successful songwriter at a level much higher than you could have ever imagined for yourself? In...2019-08-1239 minSong Revolution with John ChisumJOHN CHISUM: Real Success for Christian SongwritersIf you're a worship leader, singer songwriter, aspiring CCM artist, or a stay-at-home songwriter who doesn’t perform, John Chisum has some encouragement and practical direction for you in today’s show. He dives deeper into what success can look like for you and how to take the next right step in your songwriting journey. Do you find yourself saying things like “I just want to use my gifts for God,” or “I have a passion for songwriting,” or “I know that I’m called to do this but I just don’t know how,” or the biggie question for...2019-07-2932 minSong Revolution with John ChisumJOHN CHISUM: Become a Successful Christian SongwriterAre you an aspiring singer-songwriter wondering how to get heard by the right people in Nashville? Do you have a testimony and wondering how to become a successful songwriter online or through songwriting contests? Are you struggling with technique and wondering where the best songwriting classes are and online songwriter training can be found? Look no further because Christian music songwriting veteran John Chisum has filled this episode with key insights on how to write a christian song like never before and what it takes to become a Nashville songwriter. John draws from over 35 years...2019-07-1540 minSong Revolution with John ChisumJOHN CHISUM: Overcoming the Fear of RejectionAre you afraid of being rejected? Be honest with yourself - do you want other people to approve of you? We all want love and affirmation from our peers, and creatives are even more sensitive to that. Today, John Chisum sets the stage to help you overcome your fear of rejection, and boost your confidence as a songwriter, so that you can share your gift more freely and with fewer limitations. One of the best ways for you to keep the creativity flowing is to become an NCS member. For the cost of a couple...2019-07-0137 min
The Big BreakJohn ChisumJohn Chisum is a lifetime singer, songwriter, and Christian music producer based in Nashville, Tennessee.As a young man, John moved to Nashville to pursue his dreams of songwriting. When he connected with legendary gospel songwriter Bill Gaither, he was presented with the opportunity to not only grow as a writer, but to intimately learn the in’s-and-out’s of music publishing and beyond. A strong believer in mentor’s and learning from the people you surround yourself with, John flourished as a producer and to this day helps develop and coach songwriters through his company Nashvi...2019-06-1855 minSong Revolution with John ChisumJOHN CHISUM: The Most Important Step for Your Songwriting NowHave you ever wondered if there was just one step between you and the kind of impact you want with your songs? Do you get frustrated with all the noise out there promising you things they can’t deliver - - all the hype and clamoring about their version of success if you do it their way? Or do you ever pray and ask God, “What’s the one thing I need most to fulfill this call I feel You’ve placed on me?!” In today’s show, veteran songwriter and publisher, John Chisum, shar...2019-06-1731 minSong Revolution with John ChisumJOHN CHISUM: 3 Ways to Fill Your Creativity Tank NowIt's really easy to get stuck in the cycles that drain your creativity. When your creativity tank is empty, how do you fill it? In this amazing songwriting masterclass, John Chisum gives 3 practical tools on how to get your creativity flowing again. One of the best ways for you to keep the creativity flowing is to become an NCS member. For the cost of a couple fast food meals, you can take your songwriting to the next level. It's really a no-brainer, right? HERE'S HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED: Now, you...2019-06-0332 minSong Revolution with John ChisumJOHN CHISUM: Writing Songs to Reach the World“There’s a difference between a dream and a fantasy. A dream is something you’re willing to take some steps towards... you just cannot help but go hard after it.” In episode 76, John tackles the burning question on the mind of nearly every songwriter who desires to reach a larger audience in the music realm. John gives a brief background of his own journey with songwriting, publishing, and career with Integrity music. “Do something to further your craft. Anything, Even a small thing is better than living in a fantasy world waiting for someone to come an...2018-08-0258 minSong Revolution with John ChisumJOHN CHISUM: Writing Hit Hooks Part 5 - Simplicity“This whole art endeavor that we’re involved with as songwriters is an amazing combination of your whole life. Bring all that you are to your songs” In episode 68, John wraps up a 5 part series on “Writing Hit Hooks” with one of the most important, yet difficult to master keys to songwriting. Simplicity is found in every great song or hook. John shares multiple examples of famous songs that have some of the simplest and memorable hooks of all time. Often times, as songwriters we tend to overcomplicate our thoughts and try to fit 20 ideas into one so...2018-06-0946 minSong Revolution with John ChisumJOHN CHISUM: Writing Hit Hooks Part 2 - MemorabilityWhy do some songs leave you flat while others stick in your head forever? What are the key ingredients in a song’s basic theme and “hook” that make it stay with you days, even years, after you’ve heard it for the first time? In Part 2 of the Writing Hit Hooks series, industry leader John Chisum shares some of the most important ways to make your song stick with listeners no matter what genre or style. If you’ve been struggling to connect with listeners and be recognized as the songwriter you long to be, don’t m...2018-04-2124 min