Join us for the final episode of Season 4 as our host Jason Squires shares a poem he wrote called The Worship Leader's Christmas Carol. As we end this season and head into 2026 we are transitioning The Table to the Leaders Who Create Podcast. Big things are ahead and we hope you will join us. If you are interested in purchasing the book Jason is reading from, here is the link: https://amzn.to/43UKsEI (https://amzn.to/43UKsEI) 

Leaders Who Create Holiday Moments: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with worship leader and producer Andy Chrisman for a deep dive into crafting holiday events that people genuinely look forward to year after year. Andy shares the story behind the annual Christmas event he’s part of in Tulsa with Church on the Move; how it started, why it matters, and what it’s become for the community. Together they explore the art of balancing fresh creative ideas with traditions, and what it really looks like to lead and collaborate with a team to bring a large-scale Christmas events to life. Andy also reflects on why community traditions are so powerful and how they help shape the rhythms of a city. Whether you're a ministry leader, creative, or someone dreaming about building meaningful moments in your community, Andy offers practical encouragement and wisdom for creating holiday experiences that last. Learn more about Andy at https://www.andychrisman.com/ (https://www.andychrisman.com/).

Leaders Who Create Holiday Moments: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with author and leadership coach Dr. Heather Penny for a conversation on family, rhythms, and creating a home worth returning to. With her kids newly released into adulthood, Heather talks about crafting meaningful holiday moments, keeping traditions focused on people, not perfection, and building a family culture that invites connection at every stage. Known for championing rest, Heather also shares why healthy rhythms matter more than ever as we close one year and step into the next.An encouraging episode for anyone navigating changing seasons and seeking deeper intention. Pull up a chair, this one’s for you.

Leaders Who Create Holiday Moments: Join host Jason Squires as he sits down with illustrator Hannah Carpenter for a conversation filled with creativity, inspiration, and holiday storytelling. Hannah shares the moment she first knew she wanted to become an artist, offers a peek into her creative workspace, and breaks down the tools and software she trusts most when illustrating.They also explore how art weaves its way into her family’s holiday traditions and what sparked her imagination while illustrating Jason’s book, The Worship Leader's Christmas Carol. And of course, they wrap up with the signature food question; what holiday dish simply has to be on the Carpenter family table? Whether you're an artist, a creative at heart, or someone who loves the story behind the work, this episode brings warmth, insight, and a behind-the-scenes look into Hannah’s world. Follow Hannah on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/artsyhannah8/ (https://www.instagram.com/artsyhannah8/)

Leaders Who Create Compassion: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with Drew Trowbridge, a high schooler from Santa Cruz, CA, who turned a simple idea into years of steady, meaningful impact in his local community. What started as a lemonade stand grew into a movement of compassion, generosity, and collaboration. In this episode, Jason and Drew talk about where the heart for helping others really begins, how to rally people around a vision, and why age has nothing to do with the size of the difference you can make. Drew shares how his understanding of compassion has matured over the years, what it looks like when kindness becomes a lifestyle, and why small ideas, when acted on, can become something bigger than you ever imagined.Whether you’re a student, leader, or someone wondering if your idea matters, this conversation will inspire you to start right where you are and serve the community in front of you.

Leaders Who Create Compassion: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with Justin and Jeremy Willet to explore how creativity and compassion shape the way we tell the world’s stories. Justin serves as the CEO of GLBAL Media, gathering footage and crafting narratives that help nonprofits share their impact. Jeremy leads The Million Movement, an initiative with a bold vision to see 1,000,000 kids sponsored by 2050.Together, these brothers have devoted their lives to making a difference around the world. In this episode, they dive into purpose, what first led them to share global stories, how they define compassion, and why creative storytelling connects with audiences in ways simple reporting cannot. They also break down how creativity can move people from awareness to action and what makes a story powerful enough to spark real, lasting change. Learn more about them at https://www.glbalmedia.com/ (https://www.glbalmedia.com/) and https://themillionmovement.com/ (https://themillionmovement.com/).

Leaders Who Create Compassion: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with Rachel Hampton. Rachel has a heart for serving internationally that has shaped the way she sees people, purpose, and partnerships. Rachel shares her journey into global service, the lessons she’s learned about presence over rescue, and the faces that have changed her understanding of compassion. Whether you’ve traveled the world or simply want to make a difference right where you are, this conversation will inspire you to live a life of compassion wherever your feet land.

Leaders Who Create Compassion: What does compassion look like when it moves beyond emotion and becomes action? In this week’s episode, host Jason Squires sits down with Preston Holck, a high school student who is already living out a lifestyle of intentional, Christ-centered compassion. Preston shares how following Jesus has shaped his relationships, his worldview, and his everyday decisions and why compassion is something you do, not just something you feel. Whether you're a student, parent, leader, or creative, this conversation will challenge and inspire you to look around your world, see people the way Jesus sees them, and act with purpose.

It's episode #200! Join Jason Squires as he sits down with Stephen Brewster to talk about what it means to truly be a creative. Discover common misconceptions about creatives, practical advice for those who work with or raise creatives, and Stephen’s lessons on balancing passion projects with a paycheck. From insights on the creative process to favorite travel foods, this episode is full of inspiration for creatives and supporters alike. Learn how to nurture creativity, thrive in your craft, and where Stephen likes to eat when he's at an airport.

Leaders Who Create Leaders: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with Nicole Lucas, (Creative Pastor, Author, and Founder of The Creative Level) for a conversation on recognizing and developing the leadership potential in those around you. In this episode, Jason and Nicole unpack the difference between true leadership and simply holding a leadership title, as well as share practical strategies for building leaders instead of managing followers. If you’re passionate about creative leadership, team growth, and raising up future leaders, this conversation is packed with insights you can put into practice right away. Learn more about The Creative Level at thecreativelevel.com (https://thecreativelevel.com/)

Leaders Who Create Leaders: What does it take to be a leader who creates leaders? In this episode, Jason Squires sits down with Jason Harris, Executive Pastor at Browncroft Community Church in Rochester, NY, to talk about the real work of multiplying leadership. Together they unpack how to spot leadership potential in others, why some leaders hesitate to raise people up, and how to handle the tension when those you’ve developed surpass you in skill or influence. This practical and inspiring conversation will challenge your perspective on legacy, humility, and what it truly means to build a culture of leadership development. Plus, stick around to hear who Jason Harris would love to share a meal with—and what’s on the menu.

Leadership isn’t a title, it’s a journey. In this episode join Jason Squires as he sits down with John Cassetto to explore what it really means to lead and to be led. From discovering our own leadership paths to helping others see the potential within themselves, the guys talk about the balance between humility and confidence, the true measure of success, and the impact of multiplying leaders. Stick around to the end to hear who John wants to share a meal with.

Leaders Who Create Leaders: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with Darren Penny in a podcast crossover! Darren was recently on The Life You're Made For with his wife and familiar voice on The Table, Dr. Heather Penny. He said something on that podcast that we wanted to dig a little deeper on as we kick off this month of Leaders Who Create Leaders. Check out Episode 86 of The Life You're Made For (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-life-youre-made-for-with-dr-heather-penny/id1532934887?i=1000725856871) as well as Episode 181 of The Table (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-table/id1600757570?i=1000713365819) where Darren talks about creating your inner circle.

Leaders Who Create Resources: Join Jason Squires in a conversation with David Cummings, church leader in Northwest Indiana and Director of the ReFuel Conference. Together, they unpack practical strategies for planning events that truly serve your community. Discover how to identify your purpose, clarify your audience, and build events that function as powerful resources. Learn why collaboration matters—because we are better together, and stronger when we don’t lead alone. Explore more about the ReFuel Conference at https://refuelconference.com (https://refuelconference.com).

Leaders Who Create Resources: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with Mark MacDonald, Founder of Be Known For Something (https://beknownforsomething.com/), a leader in branding and communication. In this episode, Jason and Mark dive into how organizations and leaders can use creativity to create resources while maintaining a strong brand strategy. Discover why staying on brand is critical for engagement, how to keep communication consistent without becoming stale, and what it takes to build resources that truly connect with your people. If you’re a leader, communicator, or creative looking to balance branding and innovation, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss!

Leaders Who Create Resources: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with Johnny Burkhalter (a.k.a. Johnny B) to talk about the power of humor in creating resources. In this episode, Jason and Johnny dive into how humor makes difficult topics easier to understand, why pacing is key when using comedy, and how laughter can become a powerful leadership and communication tool. Get ready for practical insights, a lot of laughs, and a surprise answer at the end when Johnny reveals the one person he’d love to share a meal with.

Leaders Who Create Resources: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with Alex Smith. Alex is on staff at The Pointe Church in Eastanollee, GA. Alex shares how her passion for helping others started, whether creating resources was intentional or a natural outflow of her church role, and what her process looks like for turning ideas into practical tools anyone can use. In this conversation, Alex opens up about the challenges she’s faced when hitting creative walls, how she pushes through, and the advice she’d give to new content creators who are just starting out. If you’re a worship leader, keyboard player, or content creator looking for inspiration, this is a podcast you won’t want to miss. Check out Alex on Instagram @alexonthekeyz (https://www.instagram.com/alexonthekeyz/).

Leaders Who Create Inspiration: Join Jason Squires as he sits down with Jeremy Spears, an Annie Award–winning Story Artist who has helped bring to life some of Disney’s most beloved films, including Encanto, Wreck-It Ralph, Zootopia, Moana, and Frozen. Jeremy pulls back the curtain on what it’s really like to be a story artist from his day-to-day responsibilities to the collaborative process of shaping characters and storylines alongside directors, writers, and animators. In this conversation, Jeremy shares the moment that first sparked his passion for animation, how he stays inspired when creativity is his full-time job, and why pursuing personal projects—like hand-carving wooden sculptures in his Whittle Woodshop (https://www.instagram.com/whittlewoodshop) keeps his artistry thriving. Stick around until the end to hear which Disney character Jeremy would love to share a meal with, and what would be on the table. If you’re passionate about storytelling, animation, or the creative process, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Learn more about Jeremy and a new film he is working on at https://www.forevergreenfilm.com/ (https://www.forevergreenfilm.com/)

Leaders Who Create Inspiration: What does creativity truly mean in today’s world of artificial intelligence? Join Jason Squires in conversation with Leadership Coach and Strategic Advisor Brian Taylor as they dive into the evolving relationship between human imagination and AI. Together, they explore how to keep your creative muscle strong while using AI tools, where to draw the line between AI as a collaborator versus a tool, and how the next decade could redefine creativity altogether. Whether you’re a creator, leader, or simply curious about the intersection of technology and artistry, this episode will inspire and challenge you to see the future of creative work in a whole new way.

Leaders Who Create Inspiration: Join Jason Squires as he sits down to talk all things creativity with worship leader, songwriter, and artist Jonas Woods. They talk about where inspiration comes from, how to grab it when it catches you off guard, and how it can shift over time. Jonas shares stories, practical advice for songwriters feeling stuck, and a few favorite eats from his travels across the country. Learn more about Jonas at https://www.jonaswoods.ne (https://www.jonaswoods.net)t (http://www.jonaswoods.net)