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Ben Smith: All for the KingdomFaith and Obedience, 1 Kings 17:1-16Episode Title: The Story of Elijah: Faith and Obedience (1 Kings 17:1–16)Episode Description:In this episode, Pastor Ben Smith dives into the story of Elijah, exploring faith and obedience in the face of hardship. From confronting King Ahab’s sin to experiencing God’s miraculous provision through nature and the unlikely generosity of a widow, this sermon reveals how God works through faithful obedience.Listeners will discover three key truths:1. God provides for obedience – He meets the needs of those who follow Him, often in unexpected ways.2. Suffering is part of life in...
2025-11-1244 min
Ben Smith: All for the KingdomRight with God, Genesis 4:1-7What makes a person right with God?In this sermon, Pastor Ben Smith preaches from Genesis 4:1–7, exploring the testimony of Cain and Abel to reveal what true acceptance before God requires. Through this powerful passage, we learn that being right with God depends not on human desire or opinion but on obedience, faith, and submission to His will.Pastor Smith addresses the modern idol of self—the belief that personal autonomy and preference define truth—and shows how this false worship has deeply influenced our culture, from the breakdown of marriage and family to the devaluation of lif...
2025-11-0538 min
Ben Smith: All for the KingdomDeath for Life, Genesis 3:20-24Episode Title: Death for Life (Genesis 3:20–24)Speaker: Ben Smith, Sr.Episode Notes:In this sermon, Pastor Ben Smith, Sr. examines the first act of redemption in Genesis 3:20–24. When Adam named his wife Eve and God clothed them with garments of sacrifice, He revealed that true redemption comes not by ignoring sin, but through the death of a righteous substitute.This message explores the doctrine of penal substitutionary atonement and teaches three principles of redemption:Redemption requires faith.Redemption requires a righteous sacrifice.Redemption is a gift of grac...
2025-10-2240 min
Ben Smith: All for the KingdomCreated Male and Female, Genesis 1:27-31, 2:18-25Episode Title: “Created Male and Female: A Biblical View of Gender from Genesis Scripture: Genesis 1:27–31; 2:18–25Episode Notes:In this message, Pastor Ben Smith explores what it means to see gender through a biblical lens—rooted not in culture or emotion, but in the timeless truth of God’s Word.From the very first chapters of Genesis, God reveals that humanity was created male and female—by His design, for His glory, and for our good. Yet in today’s world, that truth is often rejected or redefined. This sermon offers clarity and compassion for a confused...
2025-10-1540 min
View from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 34: A Conversation with Dr. Danny CochranShow Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 34: A Conversation with Dr. Danny Cochran Episode Theme: A Lifetime of Passion for Expository Preaching and Fidelity to God's WordJoin host Ben Smith in this episode of "View from the Pulpit" as he sits down with Dr. Danny Cochran, a seasoned pastor, teacher, and mentor with over 45 years in ministry. Dr. Cochran, who, prior to his retirement, pastored Holly Creek Baptist Church for 24 years and holds multiple advanced degrees.In this episode, Dr. Cochran shares profound insights into his ministry journey and preaching.
2025-10-131h 04View from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 33: A Conversation with Dr. Gerald HarrisShow Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 33: A Conversation with Dr. Gerald HarrisEpisode Theme: Wisdom and encouragement on preaching, leadership, and faithfulness in ministry.In this episode of View From the Pulpit, Pastor Ben Smith welcomes Dr. Gerald Harris, respected pastor, author, and former editor of The Christian Index. With decades of service in the pulpit and the broader Southern Baptist Convention, Dr. Harris brings a wealth of experience, insight, and encouragement for today’s pastors and church leaders.Together, they discuss the joys and challenges of long-term ministry, the role of bib...
2025-10-061h 02View from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 32: A Conversation with Dr. Jerry VinesShow Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 32: A Conversation with Dr. Jerry Vines. Episode Theme: Passion Driven PreachingIn this episode of “View from the Pulpit,” host Ben Smith talks with Dr. Jerry Vines, Key Highlights:The Transformative Shift to Expository Preaching: Dr. Vines vividly describes growing up in an era where most preaching was topical or textual-topical, with very little actual exposition of scripture. He found the constant search for new sermon topics a "misery" early in his ministry. A pivotal moment arrived when he heard Warren Wiersbe at...
2025-09-291h 09View from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 31: A Conversation with Brad WatersIn episode 31 of The View From the Pulpit, host Ben Smith talks with Pastor Brad Waters of First Baptist Church in Hazlehurst, Georgia, for an insightful discussion on preaching the transformative power of the Gospel, driven by an urgent love for lost souls. Waters shares his unique approach to the pulpit, heavily influenced by his early exposure to "camp meeting" style preaching. The conversation explores Brad’s commitment to making every message an invitation for decision. Show Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 31: A Conversation with Brad Waters.Episode Theme: Preaching for decisionsIn...
2025-09-221h 09View from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 29: A Conversation with Chris RobertsShow Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 29: A Conversation with Chris Roberts.Episode Theme: Convictional expositional preachingIn this episode of “View from the Pulpit,” host Ben Smith talks with Chris Roberts, lead pastor and elder of Bridge Church, Blackshear, GA, about expository preaching, particularly within the context of church planting. Roberts shares his journey to expository preaching, the importance of prioritizing God's word, and his practical approach to sermon preparation and training others to preach. Key Highlights:The Foundational Shift to Expository Preaching: Chris shares his personal transition from topical p...
2025-09-081h 19View from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 28: A Conversation with Dr. Danny AkinIn this episode of "View From the Pulpit," host Ben Smith talks with Dr. Danny Akin, President and Professor of Preaching and Theology at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. Dr. Akin shares his journey and conviction for expository preaching, defining it as text-driven, where "the text of scripture sets the agenda both in terms of the structure of your sermon and the substance of your sermon". The conversation explores the historical shift toward expository preaching in pulpits and seminaries, Dr. Akin's meticulous sermon preparation process, and offers valuable advice for both preachers and congregations. Show Notes: “View from th...
2025-09-0154 minView from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 27: A Conversation with Noah OldhamShow Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 27: A Conversation with Noah Oldham.Episode Theme: Cultivating a church culture that deeply values God's word.In this episode of “View from the Pulpit,” host Ben Smith talks with Noah Oldham, Executive Director of Send Network about establishing the central place of preaching in new churches, the critical role of biblical, expositional preaching, training the next generation of preachers, and cultivating a church culture that deeply values God's word.Key Highlights:Preaching is Central to Church Planting: Noah emphasizes that church planting is about en...
2025-08-251h 05View from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 26: A Conversation with Brian CarrollShow Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 26: A Conversation with Pastor Brian Carroll. Episode Theme: Convictional expositional preachingIn this episode of “View from the Pulpit,” host Ben Smith talks with Pastor Brian Carroll, Pastor of First Baptist Church, Flintstone, GA about his commitment to faithful biblical exposition and preaching through books of the Bible, his sermon preparation process, and the importance of loving and knowing one's congregation. Key Highlights:· Preaching through books: Pastor Carroll is committed to preaching through books of the Bible and adhering to a...
2025-08-1856 minView from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 25: A Conversation with Dr. Robert SmithShow Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 25: A Conversation with Dr. Robert Smith.Episode Theme: Exegetical WeaverIn this episode of “View from the Pulpit,” host Ben Smith talks with Dr. Robert Smith, Distinguished Professor of Divinity and preaching at Beeson Divinity School in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Smith describes his approach as an "exegetical weaver," interweaving explanation and application throughout the sermon. A notable aspect of his delivery is preaching without notes, relying on "internalization not memorization," which allows for improvisational, Spirit-guided expression. Dr. Smith emphasizes that "what counts is content," not just style, and teac...
2025-08-111h 11View from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 24: A Conversation with John RolandShow Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 24: A Conversation with Pastor John Roland.Episode Theme: Blessings and challenges of bi-vocational ministry.In this episode of “View from the Pulpit,” host Ben Smith talks with Pastor John Roland, Pastor of Beulah Baptist Church in Sterrett, AL, about his experiences and perspectives as a bi-vocational pastor, his approach to preaching, and the unique aspects of his ministry at Beulah Baptist Church.Key Highlights:Study and Preparation on the Go: Pastor Roland's sermon preparation has to be mobile to accommodate his secular job requirem...
2025-08-0454 min
Ben Smith: All for the KingdomPeace, 2 Thessalonians 3:16-18In this expositional sermon from 2 Thessalonians 3:16-18, pastor Ben Smith makes clear that being saved through faith in Jesus Christ is the only source of peace and the only hope of grace. Although simple and brief, these concluding words to the Thessalonian church testify to the hope and blessing of salvation, encouraging the church to continue in the faith.These are Paul’s last recorded words to the Thessalonian church. He signs the letter to ensure that they will know that these words are authentically his (17). The church had received a counterfeit letter (2 Thessalonians 2:2), and Paul wanted to...
2025-07-3035 minView from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 23: A Conversation with Chris FowlerShow Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 23: A Conversation with Pastor Chris Fowler.Episode Theme: Preaching in a College Town.In this episode of “View from the Pulpit,” host Ben Smith talks with Pastor Chris Fowler, Pastor of Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church in Statesboro, Georgia, about his experiences and perspectives as a pastor in a college town and how his approach to expository preaching and leading his church to honor and live out God’s word.Key Highlights:· The importance of reading scripture in worship: Christ explains his pra...
2025-07-2855 minView from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 22: A Conversation with Dr. Mac BrunsonShow Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 22: A Conversation with Dr. Mac Brunson Episode Theme: Changes and Trends among Baptist churches in approaches to preachingIn this episode of “View from the Pulpit,” host Ben Smith talks with Dr. Mac Brunson, Senior Pastor of Valleydale Church in Birmingham, AL, about his approach to Bible study, sermon preparation, and lifelong pursuit of learning.Key Highlights:Early Days: Dr. Brunson chronicles how God has developed his preaching from his first church to his present ministry.Exposure to and learning to preach ex...
2025-07-211h 08
Ben Smith: All for the KingdomChurch Discipline, 2 Thessalonians 3:6-12In this sermon, Pastor Ben Smith expositionally preaches from 2 Thessalonians 3:6-12, addressing the critical issues of the sin of idleness and the often-abandoned practice of church discipline. He emphasizes that sin is a serious threat to individual Christians and the church, rightly understood as rebellion against God's lordship. The sermon highlights that faithful labor is submission to God, contrasting it with sinful idleness. The sermon also outlines three basic principles of church discipline: it is an action of the church, a direct confrontation of sin, and is fundamentally gospel-driven. Listeners will understand why the church must obey Christ's commands, eve...
2025-07-0948 minView from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 20: A Conversation with Randy MullinaxShow Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 20: A Conversation with Randy MullinaxEpisode Theme: Changes and Trends among Baptist churches in approaches to preachingIn this episode of “View from the Pulpit,” host Ben Smith talks with Randy Mullinax, senior adult pastor of Northside Baptist Church in Valdosta, GA, about his experience working with two Baptist state conventions, how he came to appreciate expository preaching, and how he employs an expositional approach to ministry with senior adults. Key Highlights:Learning to preach: Mullinax discusses how he “backed in” to learning t...
2025-07-071h 12
Ben Smith: All for the KingdomTrust and Obey, 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5The advancement of the gospel and the endurance of the church are testimonies to the faithfulness and power of God, not the tenacity or ingenuity of man. What has enabled the church to endure in a hostile world? What empowers Christians to share the gospel when faced with such difficulties and costs? How can you remain faithful and encouraged in a world that is indefatigably working against God?2 Thessalonians teaches that the only way to faithfully endure in a hostile world is to put your trust in the power, promises, and goodness of God.
2025-07-0243 minView from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 19: A Conversation with Mitch JollyShow Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 19: A Conversation with Mitch JollyEpisode Theme: Transformed by the word of GodIn this episode, pastor Jolly shares his story of how God saved him and taught him to study the word. He talks about how he has led his church to be rooted and grounded in God’s word.Key Highlights:Transformation: Jolly shares how he was rescued from moralistic therapeutic deism and discovered the transforming power of God’s word.Rooted in the text: Jolly shares the imperative that eve...
2025-06-301h 04View from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 18: A Conversation with Mike EversonShow Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 18: A Conversation with Mike EversonEpisode Theme: Changes and Challenges of Pastoral MinistryIn this episode of “View from the Pulpit,” host Ben Smith talks with Mike Everson, interim pastor of Morningside Baptist Church, Bainbridge, GA, about the changes he has seen among preachers and the challenges that pastors face today.Key Highlights:The impact of COVID: Everson shares his observations of how the effects of COVID continue to discourage pastors.Discovering and learning how to preach expository preaching: Everson shares how he w...
2025-06-231h 04View from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 17: A Conversation with Dr. Bart BarberShow Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 17: A Conversation with Pastor Dr. Bart Barber. Episode Theme: “I will occasionally explain myself.”In this episode of “View from the Pulpit,” host Ben Smith talks with Pastor Dr. Bart Barber, Pastor of First Baptist Church, Farmersville, TX, about how to integrate systematic theology with Biblical theology through expositional preaching, effectively utilize original language study in preaching, and his unique method of sermon preparation process. Key Highlights:· The challenge of demographic changes: Dr. Barber describes how the rural context in which his church has existed througho...
2025-06-161h 09
Ben Smith: All for the KingdomDo Not Be Alarmed, 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12Fear is a powerful emotion. Though some are more prone to it than others, all struggle with it. Fear can paralyze your ability to take action, and fear can cause you to forfeit what is good. However, the most destructive and dangerous reaction to fear is that it can cause you to lose your confident hope in God's promises and surrender your expectant joy in the kingdom of God.The Thessalonians Christians were fearful that the persecutions they were enduring meant that they had missed the Second Coming of Christ and were thus experiencing the judgment of...
2025-06-1149 minView from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 16: A Conversation with Wayne WoodsShow Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 16: A Conversation with Wayne Woods Episode Theme: A preacher’s preparation and the role of preaching in the churchIn this episode of “View from the Pulpit,” host Ben Smith talks with Wayne Woods, pastor of Ten Mile Baptist Church in Alma, GA, about how God called him to the ministry, how he learned to preach, and the relationship between preaching and pastoral care.Key Highlights:Call to Ministry: Woods discusses how God worked in his life to call him to ministry after a full caree...
2025-06-091h 01
Ben Smith: All for the KingdomTestimony of Glory, 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12Salvation is not transactional but transformative. When God calls you to salvation, it is a calling to believe and be transformed by the power of God to accomplish His will and bring glory to His name.In the secular world, you become very accustomed to transactional relationships. Unfortunately, not only do many people approach their most intimate relationships with a transactional mindset, but many also attempt to relate to God in a similar manner. However, God does not negotiate or bargain, nor can God be manipulated or deceived. It is impossible to receive God's salvation through any...
2025-06-0432 minView from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 15: A Conversation with Mitch HallShow Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 15, A Conversation with Mitch HallEpisode Theme: Building relationships and relying on the Holy SpiritIn this episode of “View from the Pulpit,” host Ben Smith talks with Mitch Hall, Pastor of Mershon Baptist Church, Mershon, GA, about his experience of being called to preach later in life, the unique ministry demands of a rural church, and the importance of building authentic relationships with church members. Mitch shares how successful ministry is dependent on the empowerment of the Holy Spirit and the blessing he received through the mentorsh...
2025-06-021h 10
Ben Smith: All for the KingdomThe King is Coming, 2 Thessalonians 1:5-10Christians endure the present with confident faith in the coming of Jesus, who will rightly judge the world, rescue the saints, and reveal His full glory. Paul wrote to the Thessalonians to encourage the saints who were enduring persecution. The encouragement is that Jesus is coming again to rescue the saints and judge the wicked.Thinking of the vengeance and judgment of God is uncomfortable for many Christians. So, how should you respond to the coming judgment of Christ?This passage is both an encouragement to Christians and a warning to unbelievers. To believers, it...
2025-05-2850 minView from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 14: A Conversation with Clint PressleyShow Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 14: A Conversation with Clint Pressley Episode Theme: A Lifelong LaborIn this episode, Pastor Pressley shares how God has shaped and matured him as a pastor and how he continues to strive to be a more effective communicator of God’s word.Key Highlights:Learning to preach: Clint shares how his early opportunities to pastor and preach were vital opportunities to learn how to communicate God’s word effectively.Handwritten manuscripts: In a world of technology, Pastor Pressley has found it helpful t...
2025-05-2650 min
Ben Smith: All for the KingdomWorthy of Thanksgiving, 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4In this sermon, Pastor Ben Smith explores 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4, focusing on how the faith and actions of believers serve as a powerful testimony to other Christians. This passage highlights that a Christian's faith and testimony of sanctification testify to God's goodness and work to encourage other believers. While we often think of ministry as what we can do or give, Paul reminds the Thessalonians, and us, that our first ministry and offering to other saints is our own testimony.Key question: What impact should your testimony have on other Christians?Your testimony should cause other saint...
2025-05-2139 minView from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 13: A Conversation with Dr. Jimmy Dale PattersonShow Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 13, A Conversation with Dr. Jimmy Dale PattersonEpisode Theme: Seasons and Challenges of PreachingIn this episode of “View from the Pulpit,” host Ben Smith talks with Dr. Jimmy Dale Patterson, Transitional Pastor of Mt. Gilead Baptist Church, Griffin, GA, about his journey through various stages of pastoral ministry. Dr. Patterson discusses his transition from topical to expository preaching, the impact of his health issues on his ministry, and the importance of genuine and non-performative preaching. The conversation covers practical aspects of sermon preparation, the significance of personal...
2025-05-1958 min
Ben Smith: All for the KingdomNot of This World, John 17:14-19The desire of God is not that you would be insulated or isolated from the world, but that you would be a living testimony to God’s truth in and to the world.Every Christian experiences a tension between desiring to be separated from the world and obedience to proclaim the gospel to the world. Throughout history, there have been excesses on both sides of this tension. Sometimes, Christians have overemphasized separation from the world and sought to isolate themselves from the world and restrict contact with non-Christians. At other times, Christians have overemphasized ministry to the wo...
2025-05-1442 minView from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 12: A Conversation with Trey HerweckShow Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 12, A Conversation with Trey HerweckEpisode Theme: Preaching and Church PlantingIn this episode of “View from the Pulpit,” host Ben Smith talks with Trey Herweck, Lead Pastor of Refuge Church, St. Charles, MO, about the unique pressures he felt as a young church planter and how God has developed his understanding of preaching.Key Highlights:Pressure to be a celebrity: Trey shares how the desire to pursue celebrity can be dangerous and how he has come to honor faithfulness over celebrity.The s...
2025-05-121h 03View from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 11: A Conversation with Randy RayShow Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 11, A Conversation with Pastor Randy RayEpisode Theme: The Bi-Vocational PastorIn this episode of “View from the Pulpit,” host Ben Smith talks with Randy Ray, pastor of Pineview Baptist Church, Waycross, GA, about the blessings and challenges of bi-vocational ministry.Key Highlights:Time Management: Randy talks about the challenges of managing time between church demands, work demands, and family life.Marketplace ministry: Randy shares how his work outside the church provides opportunities to minister and share the gospel.The impor...
2025-05-051h 01View from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 10: A Conversation with Dr. Jeremy MortonShow Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 10, A Conversation with Dr. Jeremy MortonEpisode Theme: The devotional life of a pastorIn this episode of “View from the Pulpit,” host Ben Smith talks with Dr. Jeremy Morton, Lead Pastor of First Baptist Church in Woodstock, GA, about expository preaching, the influence of his childhood pastor, Rev. I.F. Rastus Salter, and the priority of what he calls heart training.Key Highlights:The importance of expository preaching: Jeremy gives a historical overview of how expository preaching has grown in prominence among Southern...
2025-04-2857 minView from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 9: A Conversation with Dr. Don HattawayShow Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 9: A Conversation with Dr. Don HattawayEpisode Theme: The Importance of Pastoral PatienceIn this episode of “View from the Pulpit,” host Ben Smith talks with Dr. Don Hattaway, senior pastor of First Baptist Church, Douglas, GA, about the role of preaching in growing and maturing a church, how Sunday school and the ministry of teaching relate to preaching, and the importance of pastoral patienceKey Highlights:Long pastoral tenures and the power of the Word: Don discusses how preaching the Word of God is e...
2025-04-2155 minView from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 8: A Conversation with Dr. Patrick LathamShow Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 8Episode Theme: The Power of the Word to Change LivesIn this insightful episode of “View from the Pulpit,” host Ben Smith engages with Dr. Patrick Latham, pastor of Tabernacle Baptist Church in Cartersville, Georgia, to explore the vital role of preaching in today’s churches. Together, they delve into sermon preparation, the best resources to help your congregation engage with the sermon, and much more.Key Highlights:Preaching Style and Preparation: Patrick discusses his three-week preparation process and the value of knowing the sermon...
2025-04-1452 minView from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 7: A Conversation with Bob RichardsonShow Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 7 A Conversation with Bob RichardsonEpisode Theme: The difference between a talk and a sermonIn this episode of “View from the Pulpit,” host Ben Smith talks with Bob Richardson, senior pastor of Altamaha Baptist Church, Jesup, GA, about his preparation process, sermon illustrations, and preaching lessons he has learned.Key Highlights:How to make your Bible for preaching: Bob explains how he marks his Bible to assist his preaching.Sermon Illustrations: Bob talks about his approach to sermon illustrationsHelpf...
2025-04-071h 01View from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 6: A Conversation with Rusty GraceShow Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 6Episode Theme: The Preacher as PastorIn this episode of “View from the Pulpit,” host Ben Smith talks with Rusty Grace, pastor of First Presbyterian Church in Waycross, Georgia, about the vital role of preaching and pastoral ministry in today’s churches. Together, they discuss sermon preparation, a little church history, and the challenges of sermon illustrations.Key Highlights:Preaching and Worship Planning: Rusty discusses how he plans the worship service in relation to the text he will preach.Preaching Illustrations: Rusty disc...
2025-03-311h 06
Ben Smith: All for the KingdomLove One Another, 1 Thessalonians 4:9-12Pastor Ben Smith preaches from 1 Thessalonians 4:9-12 on how growing in brotherly love transforms your relationship with the saints, the direction of your life, and your testimony before the world. The transformation of the gospel has both a restrictive and empowering effect on your life. In the previous verse (1-8), the Bible declares that the transforming work of God in the lives of true Christians is to cause you to abstain from sexual immorality. Most read this only as something restrictive. However, in verse 4, the Bible teaches that Christians are able to abstain from sexual immorality because, through the...
2025-03-2637 minView from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 5: A Conversation with Freddie SmithShow Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 5: A Conversation with Freddie SmithEpisode Theme: A lifetime of faithfulnessIn this episode of “View from the Pulpit,” host Ben Smith talks with retired Freddie Smith about his 63 years of pastoral ministry and the insights he has gained. Key Highlights:Importance of exhortation: Freddie Smith talks about the importance of exhortation in preaching. Importance of Calling: Freddie Smith explains how the call of God in his life has encouraged him and helped him remain faithful to preaching the gospel. Fear of...
2025-03-241h 06View from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 4: A Conversation with Dr. Levi SkipperShow Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 4: A Conversation with Dr. Levi SkipperEpisode Theme: A preacher’s preparation and the role of preaching in the churchIn this episode of “View from the Pulpit,” host Ben Smith talks with Dr. Levi Skipper, senior pastor of Sagemont Church, Houston, TX, about the process of preparing to preach, the role of preaching in the ministry of the church, and how technology has impacted the ministry of preaching.Key Highlights:The Details of Sermon Preparation: Dr. Skipper discusses his weekly sermon preparation process, f...
2025-03-171h 01
View from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 3: A Conversation with Jarrod EversonShow Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 3Episode Theme: Transformative Preaching in a Changing CongregationsIn this insightful episode of “View from the Pulpit,” host Ben Smith engages with Jarrod Everson, the pastor of Deenwood Baptist Church in Waycross, Georgia, to explore the vital role of preaching in today’s churches. Together, they delve into the church’s transformation from a predominantly senior congregation to a diverse community, catalyzed by neighborhood changes over the past 15 years.Key Highlights:Preaching Style and Preparation: Jarrod emphasizes the importance of an expository preaching approach. He...
2025-03-1052 min
Ben Smith: All for the KingdomStand Firm in the Faith, 1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:5Pastor Ben Smith preaches from 1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:5 on how to strengthen and exhort the church to stand firm against the attacks of Satan.The passion of God’s servants must be to strengthen and exhort the church to stand firm against the attacks of Satan. Verses 17-20 of chapter 2 express Paul’s lament that he was forced to leave the church shortly after they had come to faith and his great desire to return and be with them again. This is more than a recounting of events; it is likely a defense against those...
2025-03-0538 minView from the Pulpit with Ben SmithEpisode 2: Introduction to View From the Pulpit: Why a podcast about preaching?Show Notes: “View from the Pulpit” Podcast, Episode 2: Introduction to View From the Pulpit: Why a podcast about preaching?Episode Theme: Recovering a love for, appreciation of, and devotion to preaching.In this episode of “View from the Pulpit,” host Ben Smith shares his story of how God has transformed his understanding of preaching. Ben explains how he hopes to help the listeners grow in their understanding of God’s word and the ministry and role of preaching. He shares that he hopes this podcast will be used to recapture and recover the church’s love for, ap...
2025-03-0316 min
Ben Smith: All for the KingdomReceive the Word of God, 1 Thessalonians 2:13-16Pastor Ben preaches from 1 Thessalonians 2:13-16 that salvation is not the result of man's work or ability but a testimony to God's power and sovereignty alone.Ben Smith is the pastor of Central Baptist Church, Waycross, GA.Sermon preached 2/16/2025.When sinners receive the gospel as the word of God and are saved, it is not the result of man's work or ability but a testimony to God's power and sovereignty alone. In 1 Thessalonians 2:13-16 Paul gives thanks for the Thessalonians' testimony and how it testifies to the power and sovereignty of God to...
2025-02-2640 minView from the Pulpit with Ben SmithIntroducing View from the Pulpit with Ben SmithHost: Ben SmithBen Smith is the pastor of Central Baptist Church, Waycross, GA.For other podcasts by Ben Smith, visit: https://www.bensmithsr.org/Music by Jim Gibson. “Brethren We have Met to Worship.” Songs of the South III, @2003 Hickory Cove Music. https://www.hickorycovemusic.com/
2025-02-1501 min
361 PodcastEverything (ish) we missed in 2023 [S21E07]All did not 'go well' and the episode was not published between Christmas and New Year. Thank you to editor Mark who continues to fix broken audio with patience far beyond what we deserve.
This week the team cover topics they missed during 2023 and catch-up on listener's emails:
Beeper Mini: Why is there a market for an iMessage on Android? (update: it's effectively been abandoned since recording).
Apple Watch Ultra 2: - Ben likes his, especially the bigger / brighter screen.
Mark's email about our mobile network episode: Questions whether much brand loyalty is based on out-of-date perceptions...
2024-01-101h 04361 PodcastElectric vehicles (are like smartphones) [S21E06]This week the team discuss electric vehicles as 'mobile adjacent' technology:
Ewan recounts his experience of EV-based car clubs in Denmark and Teslas in Saudi Arabia.
Rafe brings the stats on growth of the EV market and paralells to the smartphone industry we've tracked for the life of 361.
Ben recounts his experiences as a first-time EV owner and the planning the purchase of a second.
The team also talk about how the arrival of EV cars has made them re-evaluate which brands are 'best'.
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2023-12-241h 07361 PodcastMobile networks (are they good yet?) [S21E05]This week the team go back to their roots and talk about mobile networks:
Ewan is deeply underwhelmed with the offerings of the UK's mobile network operators, having spent time living and working around Europe and the Middle East. He's especially unimpressed with network availability on major transport links, having had almost-ubiquitous access to 5G coverage in the places he worked and travelled.
Rafe's got some OFCOM data (because of course) that suggests things aren't as bad as Ewan thinks. He also notes that there are some rural areas with good 5G coverage, so people's...
2023-11-141h 05361 PodcastMoney, money, money [S21E04]This week the team talk about money, finance, 'fintech' stuff and the products we use:
Rafe's been using 'helpful' tools including HM Revenue and Customs' app to manage his tax and NS&I's app to check for Premium Bond wins. He's also tried the 'green' debit card Tred.
Ewan's also been big on Open Banking for money management trying Plum to setup rules and games to encourage saving. [Rafe says "also look at similar apps like Emma and Snoop"].
Ben still uses You Need a Budget and virtual debit cards from Monzo. He's...
2023-09-291h 04361 PodcastSocial Media in 2023 [S21E03]This week the team consider that we might be at the "money ruins everything" stage of social media (eh, Reddit?). Rafe speculates that 'social' media is now driven more by advertising than friendship groups. We also talk about 'dark social', rafeblandford.com (Rafe's personal website) and remember Jaiku. Ben re-tells the 'Nazi Bar' story often cited as an example of how 'unmoderated' speech excludes people and isn't really 'free'.
We use:
Ewan: LinkedIn and BeReal.
Rafe: Reddit, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok (but only in read-only).
Ben: Reddit, LinkedIn (grudgingly), Instagram (even more grudingly) and Mastodon (in...
2023-09-031h 10361 Podcast1 Question, 3 Answers: Our smart-home picks for security & privacy [S20E05]This week the team return to their '1 question, 3 answers' format to answer a combination of listener questions: How do we choose smart-home tech or brands based on security and privacy? Ben, Ewan and Rafe each give their best answer... The only rule being that they can't agree with any previous answer.
Also, having tested the Getir delivery app in the last episode the team try to order #RafeRations again this week to compare 'delivery in minutes' shopping apps Zapp (promised 20 minute delivery, took 16), Weezy (promised delivery in 'minutes', took 23) and Gorillas (promised delivery 10 minute delivery, took 25).
2021-07-121h 16361 Podcast1 Question, 3 Answers: Is it still worth buying Sonos? [S20E03]Recorded 10 years to the day from our first ever episode, the team tackle a listener question from last season, should they continue to buy Sonos audio devices for their home? The question is prompted by the recent outcry when Sonos attempted to end support for their original device range with an ill-judged trade-in scheme that insisted on destroying working hardware.
Ben, Ewan and Rafe each give their best answer... The only rule being that they can't agree with any previous answer.
Let us know your thoughts on these subjects or anything you'd like to hear...
2021-05-281h 05361 Podcast1 Question, 3 Answers: How should I read and buy books? [S19E08]This week we tackle another '1 question, 3 answers', combining requests from listeners who asked for advice on reading, books and the written word.
Ben, Ewan and Rafe each give their best answer... The only rule being that they can't agree with any previous answer.
Let us know your thoughts on these subjects or anything you'd like to hear covered in future via the website or Twitter.
Extended until Christmas: Leave us an iTunes podcast review, tell us (by email or Twitter) and Rafe will send you an exciting (and probably concrete-themed) postcard. One...
2020-12-171h 05361 Podcast1 Question, 3 Answers: Recommend me a wearable [S19E06]This week we tackle another question in our new '1 question, 3 answers' format. Combining requests from several listeners who asked for advice on:
Wearable devices that don't look masculine?
A great 'first' smart watch?
Which is the 'best' smart watch?
Wearables that aren't for sport?
Ben, Ewan and Rafe each give their best answer... The only rule being that they can't agree with any previous answer.
Let us know your thoughts on these subjects or anything you'd like to hear covered in future via the website or...
2020-11-241h 06361 Podcast1 Question, 3 Answers: Is 5G worth it? [S19E04]This week we tackle another question in our new '1 question, 3 answers' format. Long-time listener @martineyles asks:
I see lots of rollout of 5G going on, but there are still populated areas where I can't get any data coverage at all.
Other listeners wrote in to ask if 5G handsets were good buys. We combined them all into a single question:
Is 5G worth it?
Ben, Ewan and Rafe each give their best answer... The only rule being that they can't agree with any previous answer.
Let us know...
2020-10-161h 04361 Podcast1 Question, 3 Answers: Apple vs Epic [S19E02]This week we tackle the first question in our new '1 question, 3 answers' format. Twitter user @monkeyandweasel asks:
Will Fortnite (Epic) win against Apple, and what will be the impact?
Ben, Ewan and Rafe each give their best answer... The only rule being that they can't agree with any previous answer.
Let us know your thoughts on these subjects or anything you'd like to hear covered in future via the website or Twitter.Support 361 PodcastLinks:St. Jude Children's Research Hospital - Childhood Cancer Awareness MonthMacStadium - Mac...
2020-09-241h 03361 PodcastTik (Tok)-ed off, apps for time at home & our online profiles [S18E10]It's the last episode of the season and in an extended episode the team discuss:
Why we're abandoning out Tik Tok trial and the ongoing concerns with the platform's approach to privacy.
The apps (and 'not apps' in Rafe's case) that we're using as we spend more time at home.
Our online 'identities' via websites and profiles.
Let us know your thoughts on these subjects or anything you'd like to hear covered in future via the website or Twitter.Support 361 PodcastLinks:TouchRetouch - Photo-cleaning appSnapseed - Photo touch-up appThe Phones Show...
2020-07-271h 06361 PodcastFollow-up, Photos and WWDC [S18E08]This week the team discuss:
Follow-up on photo back-up, Disney+, budget syncing, news, 'good' screens and more.
Ewan's success with 'photo healing' on his iPhone and iPad that enabled him to 'fix' and share photos 'in the moment.
Our hopes for WWDC, incluing what Apple might announce and the effect on teh mobile industry that might have.
Let us know your thoughts on these subjects or anything you'd like to hear covered in future via the website or Twitter.Support 361 PodcastLinks:Tyler Hall's GrannySmithThe 361 episode where Ben explains his Hue bulb...
2020-06-291h 04361 PodcastFeedback, fitness apps & photo back-up [S18E07]This week the team discuss:
Listener follow-up on robot vacuum cleaners (including finding one under your hotel bed), mobile banking and a cool personal finance app recommendation.
How we - definitely not health and fitness enthusiasts - are trying to use apps to keep fit (or at least a bit fitter) during lock-down and working from home. We talk about apps to try and when to use them.
Backing-up important photos, including how to use the cloud but retain access to your most valuable photos if the service you use breaks or stops working.
Let us know...
2020-06-2150 min361 PodcastCustomising the Apple Watch, Lenovo's Smart Frame & data hoarding [S18E06]This week the team discuss:
Using the excellent Watchsmith app to customise the Apple Watch beyond Apple's built-in widgets (called complications). How can you use layouts that change during the day and what is the future of presenting our own custom-data?
Lenovo's announcement of a new Smart Frame digital picture frame that will be launched (and discounted initially) via IndieGoGo. Lenovo don't need to fund the product this way (traditionally why this platform's been used), but plan to recruit early adopter users to feedback on its development.
How old is the oldest data you're hanging onto (we look...
2020-06-1258 min361 PodcastHeadsets, lock-down habits & money [S18E05]Many thanks to Mark, the Audio Wrangler, our editor for the last 5 years. Here's to the next 5 (and sorry for all you put up with).
This week the team discuss:
The best microphones for video conferencing whilst home working - What works best from home for both comfort and performance, what products have the team chosen and some pitfalls to avoid.
Satya Nadella's observation that Covid-19 has produced "2 years digital adoption in 2 months" - How has this rapid change in working arrangements for many been a "massive forced experiment" and what behaviour changes might be permanent?
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2020-06-061h 02361 Podcast361's 9th birthday, smart lights, map apps & video calling [S18E03]The team celebrate 9 years of podcasting together and discuss:
Ben's (ongoing) smart lighting disaster. How Philips Hue hasn't turned out to be the perfect smart lighting solution, a serious (known) product defect and how complex it all gets when deployed in large numbers.
Walking and way-finding apps that are helping us enjoy the outdoors when we can. How to go beyond Google Maps to explore the footpaths around our homes with specialist mapping apps and guided routes.
The best video calling and conferencing apps for working from home. What do the team use and what should you consider...
2020-05-221h 07361 PodcastRobot vacuums, noise-cancelling headphones & electric car charging [S17E09]This week the team discuss:
Why everyone should have a robot vacuum cleaner, the difference between radar and camera-based navigation and how to choose. Also virtual walls, cameras that can spot pet poo and automated mops.
Our two recommended models of noise cancelling over-ear headphones and the joy of reducing noise fatigue when travelling or working in open-plan offices.
Ewan's 'terrible' (this is not a consensus view, to be fair, especially by Ewan) choice to buy his children a Dell desktop PC.
The challenges of first-time 'chargeable car' ownership and how Ben's chosen his new car charger.
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2020-01-2941 min361 PodcastRecapping 2019 [S17E08]See Rafe fully committing to a visual gag in an audio medium on Instagram.
Ben, Ewan and Rafe recap some of the big themes we've covered this year and some new news including smarthome, 999 (911) emergency response, Apple's Express Transit, streaming content discovery, the (new) Motorola Razr, gear bags and home networking.Support 361 PodcastLinks:Connected Home over IPVacuum Wars - YouTubeIkea’s big bet on smarthome tech - YouTubeRoborock S5 Max robot vacuumArlo Ultra security cameras Anker eufyCam E 2999sms - Contact UK emergency services by SMS (reg req)Just Watch appMotorola RA...
2019-12-2743 min361 PodcastGoogle's Nest Aware, Monzo's starting-over with Plus & 5G [S17E04]This week the team discuss:
Google's new Nest Aware offering, AI-based analysis of home security camera in the cloud. Ewan's tempted by the low price but he's heavily invested in Arlo devices.
Monzo's withdrawal of it's 'Plus' premium account offering (for now). The start-up bank's acknoweldged the product (and subsequent changes) wasn't popular with customers, but Ben and Rafe signed-up.
Whether it's worth buying 5G devices at the moment... Do handsets really benefit from the speed increase and what else might encourage the team to invest in operators' new offerings in the UK (but sadly, not in Denmark...
2019-10-2835 min361 PodcastRobots, iPhones 11 & Bags [S17E02]This week the team discuss:
Ewan's robot lawn mower (RIP - it didn't survive the winter) which cost about the same as a small car, but less than a Danish gardener.
The iPhone 11 and tough questions like "is it good" and "should you buy it"? (spoilers: yes, but probably)
Bags, rucksacks and briefcases which Ben is adamant are a valid and useful subject of discussion. He and Rafe school Ewan.
Let the team know your thoughts on these subjects or anything you'd like to hear covered in future via the website or Twitter.Support 361 Podcast
2019-10-1540 min361 PodcastUbiquiti, Huawei & Citymapper Pass [S17E01]After an extended break the team are back with a new(ish) format and recording arrangements. This week the team discuss:
Ben's new home networking setup as he replaces the Apple equipment he's used for years. In the spirit of always making a simple job difficult he's selected Ubiquiti's 'prosumer' products.
The 'Huawei problem' that is part cyber security and part trade war. The team discuss the difference between the firm's infrastructure equipment (like that for 5G under scrutiny for its security) and its consumer devices.
Rafe's review of Citymapper's multi-mode transit pass for London which he's been...
2019-10-0445 min
The Captains Coach PodcastBen Morgan on Building a Leadership Lab by Leveraging 'Supported Autonomy' Pt. 2Hello listeners, and welcome to The Captain’s Coach Podcast. I am your host, Luke Poulos. Today’s guest is another from the Rugby scene in Richmond, VA and is a friend of my previous guests Matt Robinette and Chris Porter so if you haven’t listened to that episode please go back after you finish this one with Ben Morgan. Ben has had an awesome career around all sports coaching Rugby most recently for VCU and the Richmond Lions Club. He says he’s on sabbatical due to a new-born but I am guessing he is still extremely involved...
2019-09-0427 minThe Captains Coach PodcastLeadership Expert: Ben Smith on The Hero's JourneyHello and welcome to all you Captain’s Coach Podcast listeners. We have a really fun one lined up for you today, especially for those of you who like more conceptual into the weeds type of conversations. And there is no one I enjoy having those type of conversations with, except maybe Jonny Wolfgram, shouts to you Jonny, than our very own Founder and CEO of The Captain’s Coach Ben Smith. Unlike me, Ben is an actual leadership expert and just finished his first of many books The Captain’s Playbook, which you will hear more about at the end of...
2019-05-1040 min361 PodcastAutonomous vehicles [S16E02]This week the team talk about self-driving cars, Ewan's recent briefing by Waymo in 'the valley' and how autonomous vehicle technology will change the world (probably).
Corrections
In the episode Ben says that iD Mobile is 'operated by Three'. That's not correct - whilst it uses Three's network, the mobile phone retailer Carphone Warehouse is behind it.Support 361 PodcastLinks:Tile trackers — The Bluetooth trackers that now come with replaceable batteries.Google smart displayDual-SIM support on iPhone XS & XRTruphone eSIM support for iPhone XS & XRiD Mobile Waymo autonomous vehicles
2018-11-1251 min361 PodcastSmart things: Buses, Google Home and bees [S14E10]After a short break we’re back with the final episode of the season. We’re looking at smart ‘stuff’ again… Ben’s been on the Citymapper smartbus trial run in central London and Ewan’s been doing an extended comparison of Google Home to Amazon’s Alexa. Rafe’s also been messing about with bees.Support 361 Podcast
2017-06-0551 min361 PodcastMWC 2017 - the best bits [S14E08]Having pioneered previews of events after those events have actually happened (last week), the team look-back at some of the interesting topics from Mobile World Congress 2017. Rafe gets excited about 5G; Ben gets nostalgic for Blackberry keyboards and Nokia snake; and Ewan still thinks it was all a waste of time.Support 361 Podcast
2017-03-1547 min361 PodcastOn the road again… [S14E04]Happy New Year! We’re back and - seasonally - talking about our travel experiences again and how mobile influences it. Ewan’s saved from disaster by Amazon Prime Now in San Francisco (seriously, how are they not sponsoring this yet?), Rafe’s excited by a QR code in a cathedral (don’t judge) and Ben wants to talk to Alexa in his hotel room (who needs friends?).Support 361 Podcast
2017-01-0851 min
A Small Voice: Conversations with photographers and filmmakers000 - Ben Smith (intro)Photographer, Ben Smith introduces a new weekly photography podcast: 'A Small Voice: Conversations With Photographers' and answers a few 'frequently anticipated questions.'
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2015-09-1003 min361 PodcastSMSPasscode: A system for multi-factor authentication using mobileEwan and Ben visited the IT security show 'INFOSEC' to investigate the state of mobile security.
We interviewed representatives from several exhibitors and discuss the challenges for mobile operators, businesses and consumers around mobile security, noting how immature the market still is.Support 361 Podcast
2012-05-0311 min361 PodcastIntro: Talking about the state of mobile securityEwan and Ben visited the IT security show 'INFOSEC' to investigate the state of mobile security.
We interviewed representatives from several exhibitors and discuss the challenges for mobile operators, businesses and consumers around mobile security, noting how immature the market still is.Support 361 Podcast
2012-05-0317 min361 PodcastVeracode: Independent mobile app security reviewsEwan and Ben visited the IT security show 'INFOSEC' to investigate the state of mobile security.
We interviewed representatives from several exhibitors and discuss the challenges for mobile operators, businesses and consumers around mobile security, noting how immature the market still is.Support 361 Podcast
2012-05-0307 min361 PodcastNQ Mobile: Mobile device anti-malware and 'intrusion detection' softwareEwan and Ben visited the IT security show 'INFOSEC' to investigate the state of mobile security.
We interviewed representatives from several exhibitors and discuss the challenges for mobile operators, businesses and consumers around mobile security, noting how immature the market still is.Support 361 Podcast
2012-05-0313 min361 PodcastWrap-up: Re-capping the day and discussing the difficulty for consumers in choosing mobile securityEwan and Ben visited the IT security show 'INFOSEC' to investigate the state of mobile security.
We interviewed representatives from several exhibitors and discuss the challenges for mobile operators, businesses and consumers around mobile security, noting how immature the market still is.Support 361 Podcast
2012-05-0316 min361 PodcastBecrypt: Full mobile device encryption for Government and high-security businessesEwan and Ben visited the IT security show 'INFOSEC' to investigate the state of mobile security.
We interviewed representatives from several exhibitors and discuss the challenges for mobile operators, businesses and consumers around mobile security, noting how immature the market still is.Support 361 Podcast
2012-05-0310 min361 PodcastTrend Micro: Anti-virus and secured synchronisation apps for mobileEwan and Ben visited the IT security show 'INFOSEC' to investigate the state of mobile security.
We interviewed representatives from several exhibitors and discuss the challenges for mobile operators, businesses and consumers around mobile security, noting how immature the market still is.Support 361 Podcast
2012-05-0315 min361 PodcastGood Mobile Messaging: Deploying enterprise messaging to personal devices in an encrypted wrapperEwan and Ben visited the IT security show 'INFOSEC' to investigate the state of mobile security.
We interviewed representatives from several exhibitors and discuss the challenges for mobile operators, businesses and consumers around mobile security, noting how immature the market still is.Support 361 Podcast
2012-05-0309 min361 PodcastMobile Active Defense: Securing devices with mobile device managementEwan and Ben visited the IT security show 'INFOSEC' to investigate the state of mobile security.
We interviewed representatives from several exhibitors and discuss the challenges for mobile operators, businesses and consumers around mobile security, noting how immature the market still is.Support 361 Podcast
2012-05-0310 min361 PodcastNokia: Introducing Nokia Reading and understanding content in an ecosystemEwan and Ben visited London Book Fair to investigate how the publishing industry is innovating in digital publishing and how consumers' demands are shifting with growing use of mobile devices as book readers.
We interviewed representatives from several exhibitors and discuss our views on the increasing cross-over we see between 'book' and 'app' development.Support 361 Podcast
2012-04-2316 min361 PodcastLBF Digital Zone: How is the digital zone reflecting the changes in publishing?Ewan and Ben visited London Book Fair to investigate how the publishing industry is innovating in digital publishing and how consumers' demands are shifting with growing use of mobile devices as book readers.
We interviewed representatives from several exhibitors and discuss our views on the increasing cross-over we see between 'book' and 'app' development.Support 361 Podcast
2012-04-2308 min361 PodcastIntro: Looking at the future of digital publishingEwan and Ben visited London Book Fair to investigate how the publishing industry is innovating in digital publishing and how consumers' demands are shifting with growing use of mobile devices as book readers.
We interviewed representatives from several exhibitors and discuss our views on the increasing cross-over we see between 'book' and 'app' development.Support 361 Podcast
2012-04-2319 min361 PodcastKobo: Innovating in content delivery with social featuresEwan and Ben visited London Book Fair to investigate how the publishing industry is innovating in digital publishing and how consumers' demands are shifting with growing use of mobile devices as book readers.
We interviewed representatives from several exhibitors and discuss our views on the increasing cross-over we see between 'book' and 'app' development.Support 361 Podcast
2012-04-2314 min361 PodcastAmazon: Supporting authors with self-publishing digital and paper booksEwan and Ben visited London Book Fair to investigate how the publishing industry is innovating in digital publishing and how consumers' demands are shifting with growing use of mobile devices as book readers.
We interviewed representatives from several exhibitors and discuss our views on the increasing cross-over we see between 'book' and 'app' development.Support 361 Podcast
2012-04-2309 min361 PodcastWrap-up: Our opinions on the show and thoughts on the future impact of mobile appsEwan and Ben visited London Book Fair to investigate how the publishing industry is innovating in digital publishing and how consumers' demands are shifting with growing use of mobile devices as book readers.
We interviewed representatives from several exhibitors and discuss our views on the increasing cross-over we see between 'book' and 'app' development.Support 361 Podcast
2012-04-2320 min361 PodcastS02 E10 - Patently StupidIn this final episode of season 2 we discuss patents and the huge impact they're having on the mobile industry. We highlight some of the reasons the mobile industry may be more prone to patent disputes, give the whole patent system a kicking in general and Ben proposes Rafe as a possible solution.
We also briefly discuss valentines day, disappointed wives, babies and Rafe's new app.
A huge thanks to all who have listened and commented during season 2 - especially Andy Hagon, Jamie Holland, Jack in Croatia, Craig, Simon Blackman, Derek Swalheim, James Burland and everyone...
2012-02-2138 min361 PodcastS02 E08 - Looking forward to 2012In our first episode of 2012 we wonder what this year might hold for mobile and offer some predictions:
Ewan thinks this will be the year m-commerce goes big.
Rafe thinks this is the year the smartphone market gets really competitive.
Ben thinks this is the year operators start running additional services 'over the top' of their existing network to differentiate.
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2012-01-2437 min361 PodcastS02 E07 - The Challenge For Handset MakersThis week the team re-cap a round-table discussion we were invited to, discussing the challenges and possible solutions for handset manufacturers in the future:
Ewan notes Apple's increasing 'mind-share dominance' which exists quite separate to their market share.
Rafe longs for beautiful hardware and innovation in material sciences.
Ben notes it's the networks preventing people from painlessly operating several handsets, switching according to occasion.
This is our last episode of 2011. Thanks for listening! We'll be back in January.Support 361 Podcast
2011-12-2133 min361 PodcastS02 E06: The £100 Pre-Pay Christmas ChallengeThis week the team set themselves a 'fun' challenge - to choose a new pre-pay mobile phone costing less than £100 to give as a as a Christmas present...
[To avoid arguments we agreed to 'shop' at Carphone Warehouse]
Rafe opts for a Nokia: A 'One Direction'-branded Nokia C2-02 for £59.95
Ewan buys something special for his Nan: A Doro PhoneEasy 610 for £79.95
Ben spots an Android bargain: The SonyEricsson X8 for £99.95 (or £69.99 direct from Three as Rafe points out later)Support 361 Podcast
2011-12-0934 min361 PodcastS02 SUP01 - MEF Americas 2011: Neil Stiles on 'multi-screen' contentRecorded at MEF Americas 2011 in Miami, Ben interviews Neil Stiles, president of the Variety Group, on producing content for a 'multi-screen world'.Support 361 Podcast
2011-12-0108 min361 PodcastS01 E10 - Bothersome things...This week we're recording remotely again as Ewan calls in from Austin, Texas. In the last episode of series 1 (don't worry series 2 is already on the way) we have a bit of a whinge discussing 'bothersome things' (as Rafe terms them).
Ben's list covered pages by the time we finished listing them pre-recording so here's a few choice ones... We discuss:
WiFi hotspots
MMS
Batteries
Mobile apps failing without coverage
Context sensitive ringing
Gumpy old men we might be, but these are the niggles which drive us mad daily. What are yours?Support 361...
2011-06-3033 min361 PodcastS01 E09 - Nokia: What next?This week we talk about Nokia... How has it come to this and what next for the big firm?
We discuss:
The history behind the current problems.
How and why the firm has to change.
Windows Phone, the new strategy... and the parts which are often forgotten.
Whether Nokia can recover and what its first Windows Phone device will mean.
It all gets a bit heated this week... Ewan accuses Rafe of not seeing the warning signs and Rafe explains that the Silicon Valley view is too limited. Ben plays referee and offers some dire...
2011-06-2139 min361 PodcastS01 E06 - Windows Phone, Mango and odd juiceBen and Rafe head to the Millbank Tower in London for the official UK unveiling of Mango, Microsoft's latest (and most major) update to the Windows Phone 7 platform where we also interview Oded Ran, Head of Consumer Marketing, Windows Phone, UK. Ewan joins us afterwards as we discuss:
The '500' new features in Mango
The problems and benefits the new platform has
Whether anyone should care about Windows Phone and whether it has a stand-out selling point
First impressions of Mango
WP7's business features
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2011-06-0139 min361 PodcastS01 E03 - The Great App Store Debate: Fab or Fad?Episode 3 takes the form of a debate, which Ben chairs (because he's not brave enough to take sides):
Rafe argues that App Stores are a passing fad, are limiting and lacking, addressing only a current need that will soon be left behind as innovation in the mobile space continues at a blistering pace.
Ewan argues that App Stores are great enablers and have created a multi-Billion dollar industry in mobile applications that's here to stay.
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