Exponential NEXT Podcast

Welcome to the Exponential NEXT Podcast where ministry and church leaders come together to discuss topics that give you a peek into the future of the church. At Exponential NEXT we focus on discovering what is coming NEXT for the future of the church that can lead to accelerating church multiplication. Join a community of kingdom-minded changemakers exploring innovative models, methods, and approaches for reaching, discipling, and mobilizing people with a strong focus on church planting, together. With new conversations every Wednesday, we will dive into topics we believe will help us all see what’s coming around the corner for the Church. Discover more about Exponential NEXT by visiting us at exponential.org/next.

Exponential NEXT Podcast is a religion podcast hosted by Exponential NEXT, with 120 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  EP 119: The Mission Field We Avoid

  Aug 19, 202659 min

  Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 119 Series: Urban Missions 101: Why America’s Cities Need Missionaries Too Description : Why do we often think of missions as something that only happens overseas? In this episode, Dhati Lewis is joined by Missie Branch and Isaac Badaraco to help us rethink America’s cities as strategic mission fields and see urban missionaries through a new lens. Together, they explore the realities of staying rooted in difficult contexts, the calling and sacrifice required for long-term ministry, and the support urban missionaries need to faithfully serve where God has placed them. This conversation is part of a collaboration between Exponential NEXT and MyBLVD, working together to equip and encourage leaders serving on mission in cities across the country. Host : Dhati Lewis – Urban Missions NEXT, Director Guests : Missie Branch – MyBLVD, CEO Isaac Badaraco – One Life Christian Church (Long Island), Pastor Category : Urban Missions NEXT  

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  EP 118: Candid Conversation with Andrea Chung

  Aug 12, 2026—

  Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 118 Series: Candid Conversations About Women and the Church Description : In this episode of Candid Conversations About Women and the Church , Andrea Chung shares her inspiring journey into ministry. She reflects on how a gentle prompting from God during a college summer break opened the door to a life of serving others, and how the faithful legacy of her father’s ministry helped shape her calling. Andrea also shares about planting and leading a church in Orange County, California alongside her husband, Will, offering encouragement to those seeking to faithfully follow God’s leading wherever He calls. Hosts : Sue Ferguson – Women NEXT, Co-Director Noemi Chavez – Women NEXT, Co-Director Guest : Andrea Chung – Beloved Church, Co-Lead Pastor Category : Women NEXT  

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  EP 117: Candid Conversation with Missie Branch

  Aug 5, 2026—

  Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 117 Series: Candid Conversations About Women and the Church Description : In this episode of Candid Conversations About Women and the Church , Missie Branch shares her journey of faithfully walking with Jesus through various seasons of life, ministry, and leadership. From serving in a church plant to running a baking business to leading MyBLVD, Missie reflects on the importance of helping Christ-followers discover and live out their God-given calling. Her story offers wisdom, encouragement, and a compelling vision for serving God’s mission both within the local church and throughout the marketplace. Hosts : Sue Ferguson – Women NEXT, Co-Director Noemi Chavez – Women NEXT, Co-Director Guest : Missie Branch – MyBLVD, CEO Links Shared in Episode : MyBLVD website Category : Women NEXT  

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  EP 116: Candid Conversation with Simi John

  Jul 29, 2026—

  Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 116 Series: Candid Conversations About Women and the Church Description : In this episode of Candid Conversations About Women and the Church , Simi John shares her passion for preaching and teaching the Gospel both within the local church and through her professional vocation as a physical therapist. Simi reflects on her journey of immigrating from India, the ways God has shaped her faith and calling, and her deep commitment to faithfully teaching Scripture. She also speaks about her heart to encourage and equip women to embrace their God-given calling, helping elevate the voices and leadership of God’s daughters for the flourishing of the Church and the advancement of the Kingdom. Hosts : Sue Ferguson – Women NEXT, Co-Director Noemi Chavez – Women NEXT, Co-Director Guest : Simi John – Speaker/Author Links Mentioned : Simi John – Speaker/Author Category : Women NEXT  

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  EP 115: Candid Conversation with Ashley Weece

  Jul 22, 2026—

  Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 115 Series: Candid Conversations About Women and the Church Description : In this episode of Candid Conversations About Women and the Church , Ashley Weece shares her journey of planting a church alongside her husband while raising a young family. With honesty and grace, she reflects on the joys and challenges of ministry, her passion for serving the Church, and the realities of navigating both affirmation and opposition in her calling. Her story is a powerful testimony of faith, resilience, and faithful obedience to God. Hosts : Sue Ferguson – Women NEXT, Co-Director Noemi Chavez – Women NEXT, Co-Director Guest : Ashley Weece – Iron Coast Church, Associate Pastor Category : Women NEXT  

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