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Wounded Leadership: Stories from the Wounded

Matthew Tanner

Booking Overview

This is a Christian leadership interview podcast focused on ministry trauma, church hurt, burnout, and healing, typically featuring pastors, church planters, ministry leaders, and Christian care professionals sharing firsthand experiences. Agencies could credibly pitch pastors with recovery or leadership-transition stories, Christian counselors, church-care advocates, and authors or nonprofit leaders with relevant expertise; booking difficulty is likely low because the show prioritizes authentic lived experience and practical ministry insight over major public prominence.

Metrics

Episodes: 27

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: < 100

Listener location: Canada

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

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

thewoundedpastor@gmail.com

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Host

Matthew Tanner - Dr. Matthew Tanner hosts a podcast focused on helping pastors and church leaders process ministry trauma, church hurt, and leadership wounds through authentic stories and conversations about healing.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Pastoral or church leadership experience, church-planting or ministry-transition experience, Christian counseling or caregiving expertise, or leadership of an organization addressing trauma, burnout, and recovery.
Required Achievements:  
Substantial experience in pastoral or church leadership, Published books or other Christian educational resources, Founding or leading a ministry, nonprofit, or support organization, Professional experience in counseling, caregiving, or mental-health-related support

Recent Guest Discussions

Steve Cummings - Childhood Wounds, Father Wounds, Addiction Recovery, Shame, Identity In Christ, Vulnerability, Therapy, Spiritual Practices, And Healing In Leadership.

Doug Meye - Church Planting, Rapid Growth, Leadership Pressure, Church Conflict, Resignation, Burnout, Shame, Healing, And Renewed Purpose In Ministry.

Dustin Kleinschmidt - Childhood Wounds, Ministry Burnout, Panic Attacks, Depression, Counseling, Medication, Boundaries, Resilience, Vulnerability, And Faith Through Wilderness Seasons.

Jonathan Hayashi - Pastoral Conflict, Ministry Wounding, PTSD And Triggers, Mental Health, Biblical Counseling, Resilience, Forgiveness, Suffering, And Returning To Ministry.

Laura Howe - Trauma, Caregiver Burnout, Compassion Fatigue, Self-care, Boundaries, Faith, Belonging, And Healing Through Personal Testimony And Community Care.

Recent Topics

Christianity, Church Leadership, Ministry Burnout, Church Trauma, Mental Health

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Wounded Leadership: Stories from the Wounded
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Choosing Gratitude: Dennis Atwood

October 05, 2026

"I didn’t lose my calling all at once - I lost it slowly, through a diagnosis I couldn’t outwork." Faith and grief can live in the same room. At 54, Dennis was diagnosed with early onset Parkinson’s, and for 7 years he tried to keep leading without letting anyone see the tremor. Then the hiding stopped. What he said next hits hard:Not all wounds are self-inflictedSometimes the hardest part is losing your role, not just your healthYou can be content in Christ and still not be okay with what’s ...

The Hidden Cost of Growing up Unseen - Steve Cummings

September 21, 2026

Steve Cummings shares his profound journey of healing from childhood wounds, father wounds, and personal struggles with addiction and shame. This episode explores the transformative power of vulnerability, identity, and God's love in overcoming woundedness and living as beloved sons.Find more about Steve Cummings at: Bringing KingdomFind Steve's book The Father Eclipsekeywords#woundedness, #healing, #father wounds, #identity, #vulnerability, #faith, #addiction, #shame, #transformation, #belov...

Success Hid the Warning Signs: Doug Meye

September 07, 2026

Church wounds can make you question your calling, your leadership, and even your faith. Doug Meye opens up about the unraveling of a once-thriving church, the painful decisions that followed, and his long journey from shame and burnout to healing, clarity, and renewed purpose.Doug and Dr. Matthew Tanner trace his story from planting a growing congregation in Las Vegas to facing stalled momentum, fractured relationships, family strain, and overwhelming leadership pressure.You’ll discover:Why r...

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How do I get in touch with Wounded Leadership: Stories from the Wounded?

Wounded Leadership: Stories from the Wounded is hosted by Matthew Tanner. Its publicly listed email is thewoundedpastor@gmail.com. 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 Wounded Leadership: Stories from the Wounded?

The publicly listed email for Wounded Leadership: Stories from the Wounded: thewoundedpastor@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Wounded Leadership: Stories from the Wounded have?

Podseeker estimates Wounded Leadership: Stories from the Wounded reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Wounded Leadership: Stories from the Wounded?

Wounded Leadership: Stories from the Wounded typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Pastoral or church leadership experience, church-planting or ministry-transition experience, Christian counseling or caregiving expertise, or leadership of an organization addressing trauma, burnout, and recovery. Common among recent guests: Substantial experience in pastoral or church leadership; Published books or other Christian educational resources; Founding or leading a ministry, nonprofit, or support organization. Recent guests include Steve Cummings, Doug Meye, and Dustin Kleinschmidt.

How hard is it to get booked on Wounded Leadership: Stories from the Wounded?

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

What topics does Wounded Leadership: Stories from the Wounded cover?

Recent episodes cover Christianity, Church Leadership, Ministry Burnout, Church Trauma, and Mental Health. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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Publicly listed emails

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