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Exponential NEXT Podcast

Dhati Lewis, Sue Ferguson, Noemi Chavez

Booking Overview

This is a weekly interview podcast focused on the future of the Christian church, especially church planting, multiplication, missions, and ministry leadership, with external pastors, missionaries, ministry executives, and faith-based organizational leaders. PR agencies could credibly pitch experienced church planters, urban missionaries, Christian nonprofit executives, authors, speakers, and leaders with practical ministry innovations; booking difficulty is likely low to medium for well-aligned candidates with substantial ministry experience.

Metrics

Episodes: 130

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 6.6k subscribers

Instagram: 11.0k followers

Page updated: Oct 28, 2026 · How we check this data

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

podcast@exponential.org

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Host

Dhati Lewis - Director of Urban Missions NEXT, focused on equipping leaders for urban ministry and mission.

Sue Ferguson - Co-Director of Women NEXT, focused on women’s leadership and participation in the church.

Noemi Chavez - Co-Director of Women NEXT, focused on women’s leadership and participation in the church.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Church planters, pastors, missionaries, ministry directors, Christian organizational executives, speakers, authors, and practitioners with substantial experience in church leadership, missions, discipleship, or women’s ministry.
Required Achievements:  
Leading or planting a church, Directing a Christian ministry or nonprofit, Serving as a pastor or missionary, Speaking or writing on Christian leadership and calling, Developing practical approaches to church multiplication or missions

Recent Guest Discussions

Angie Lewis - The Emotional, Relational, And Spiritual Costs Of Urban Ministry; Support Systems And Long-term Faithfulness In City-based Missions.

Isaac Badaraco - Cities As Strategic Mission Fields, The Calling And Sacrifice Of Urban Missionaries, And Faithful Ministry In Difficult Contexts.

Missie Branch - Urban Missions, Long-term Ministry In Difficult Contexts, Supporting Urban Missionaries, Christian Leadership, And Discovering One’s Calling.

Andrea Chung - Her Calling Into Ministry, Church Planting And Leadership In Orange County, California, And Faithfully Following God’s Direction.

Missie Branch - Women’s Ministry And Leadership, Church Planting, Marketplace Vocation, Christian Calling, And Serving God’s Mission.

Recent Topics

Church Planting, Church Multiplication, Urban Missions, Ministry Leadership, Christianity

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Exponential NEXT Podcast
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EP 128: Discipleship Ordinary People Can Live

October 21, 2026

Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 128 Series: Church on the Frontier Description: Discipleship was never meant to remain a class, curriculum, or concept. Peyton Jones of Discipology and Patrick Linnell of Grace Bomb are helping ordinary followers of Jesus turn Scripture, kindness, and faithful intention into everyday action. Their work shows what becomes possible when people realize that participating in God’s mission does not require a platform, professional title, or complicated program. Thi...

EP 127: Technology That Removes Barriers

October 14, 2026

Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 127 Series: Church on the Frontier Description: Technology is not the mission, but it can help remove barriers the Church has tolerated for too long. Aiden Britnell of Kaleo AI and James Donley of OneChurch.io share how digital tools can increase accessibility, strengthen collaboration, and serve Gospel movement. From real-time translation that helps people participate across language barriers to city-wide platforms that connect churches around prayer and miss...

EP 126: Where God Is Already Stirring

October 07, 2026

Exponential NEXT Podcast Episode 126 Series: Church on the Frontier Description: What happens when the Church stops asking the next generation to come to us and begins recognizing where God is already at work among them? Michael Swalley of Break Free Ministries and Austin Rockwell of Kamp Love share how they are cultivating Jesus-centered communities within hip-hop culture and on college campuses. Their stories reveal the power of trusted relationships, culturally rooted leadership, and meeti...

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Frequently asked questions

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Exponential NEXT Podcast
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How do I get in touch with Exponential NEXT Podcast?

Exponential NEXT Podcast is hosted by Dhati Lewis and Sue Ferguson. Its publicly listed email is podcast@exponential.org. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Exponential NEXT Podcast?

The publicly listed email for Exponential NEXT Podcast: podcast@exponential.org.

How many listeners does Exponential NEXT Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates Exponential NEXT Podcast reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Exponential NEXT Podcast?

Exponential NEXT Podcast typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Church planters, pastors, missionaries, ministry directors, Christian organizational executives, speakers, authors, and practitioners with substantial experience in church leadership, missions, discipleship, or women’s ministry. Common among recent guests: Leading or planting a church; Directing a Christian ministry or nonprofit; Serving as a pastor or missionary. Recent guests include Angie Lewis, Isaac Badaraco, and Missie Branch.

How hard is it to get booked on Exponential NEXT Podcast?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Exponential NEXT Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Church Planting, Church Multiplication, Urban Missions, Ministry Leadership, and Christianity. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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