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Pastors Unfiltered features Dr. Brandon Beals and Pastor Tony Mattar from Venture Church.
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6 MAR 2026 · In this episode of Pastors Unfiltered, Pastor Tony Matar and Pastor Brandon Beals sit down with Dalton Beaty, youth and young adults pastor at Eastridge Church. Dalton shares his journey from Florida to Seattle, stepping into ministry leadership at a young age, and what he’s seeing in the next generation today. The conversation covers youth ministry trends, discipleship, Gen Z culture, and why many students today are actually craving biblical truth more than ever. They also dive into ministry leadership, the importance of longevity in church leadership, and what it looks like to faithfully follow God’s call even when it means stepping far outside your comfort zone. Along the way, the guys talk about baseball, Survivor, church culture, and a few laughs about life in ministry.
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27 FEB 2026 · In this episode of Pastors Unfiltered, Brandon and Tony dive deep into the life of Solomon and the dangerous reality of spiritual drift. Why do so many leaders fall later in life? Is influence a blessing—or a test? And what roadblocks should we be building in our lives to protect our legacy? This conversation covers pride, accountability, obedience, influence, and the subtle compromises that can quietly derail even the wisest leaders. If you’re a leader, pastor, business owner—or just someone who wants to finish well—this one is for you.
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20 FEB 2026 · In this episode of Pastors Unfiltered, Pastor Tony sits down with Audrey to talk about obedience, calling, discipleship, and what God can do when you simply say yes. From growing up in the church to choosing the internship path over the “expected” college route, Audrey shares how God planted roots in her faith and used obedience to shape her leadership. The conversation dives into Gen Z and what they’re really looking for in church, why depth matters more than hype, and how discipleship can change the trajectory of a life. They also talk about mentorship, staying when it would be easier to leave, discovering your passions, and trusting God even when you don’t have a five-year plan figured out. Plus, a little Arsenal banter and an unexpected MrBeast discussion. If you’ve ever wondered what you’re called to do, how to grow deeper in your faith, or how to disciple the next generation, this episode is for you.
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13 FEB 2026 · n this powerful episode of Pastors Unfiltered, Pastor Brandon and Pastor Tony sit down with Parker Tennant to talk about faith in the middle of suffering. Almost one year ago, Parker survived a devastating head-on collision caused by a drunk driver. She broke multiple bones, endured five surgeries, and spent months in hospitals and rehab. But through it all, she chose joy over bitterness and faith over fear. In this honest conversation, Parker shares what it was like to wake up after the accident, navigate physical pain and recovery, wrestle with emotions, and rely on Jesus when everything felt uncertain. She also talks about forgiveness, choosing to speak life instead of anger, and how the church community surrounded her family during one of the hardest seasons of her life. This episode is a real and raw reminder that faith is proven in the fire — and that Jesus is faithful even in our darkest moments. 🎧 Available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.
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6 FEB 2026 · In this episode of Pastors Unfiltered, Pastor Brandon Beals and Pastor Tony Matar dive into an honest, wide-ranging conversation about leadership, integrity, influence, and what it really means to stay faithful over the long haul. They talk openly about celebrity culture in the church, the pressure of platform, discerning God-given opportunities versus distractions, and why slow, steady faithfulness matters more than hype or popularity. Drawing from decades of ministry experience, Brandon and Tony reflect on lessons learned, mistakes avoided, and the importance of keeping Jesus as the hero — not pastors, speakers, or personalities. This episode also touches on ministry burnout, saying no to good opportunities, stewarding influence well, and why finishing well matters more than starting strong.
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30 JAN 2026 · This week on Pastors Unfiltered, Pastor Brandon sits down with Jeremy Johnson, the newly appointed President of Northwest University, for an honest and insightful conversation about leadership, calling, Christian education, and the future of Northwest in the Pacific Northwest. They talk about Jeremy’s journey from pastoring to higher education, the challenges and opportunities facing Christian universities today, and why this season of life is so formative for students. This episode is full of vision, humor, and practical wisdom for pastors, leaders, parents, and anyone passionate about raising up the next generation.
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23 JAN 2026 · In this episode of Pastors Unfiltered, Pastor Brandon Beals and Pastor Tony Matar are back together for a wide-ranging, honest conversation to start the year. They catch up on life, birthdays, recovery from surgery, and what it’s like living in the public eye as pastors. The conversation naturally moves into deeper topics like integrity in leadership, celebrity culture in the church, faithfulness over fame, and why Jesus — not pastors — must always remain the hero of the story. Brandon and Tony also reflect on longevity in ministry, the danger of reading your own press clippings, learning to laugh at yourself, and staying grounded in calling rather than popularity. With humor, transparency, and wisdom, this episode reminds us why faithfulness, humility, and obedience matter far more than platform or influence. This is a thoughtful, funny, and timely conversation about leadership, calling, and keeping Jesus at the center.
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16 JAN 2026 · This week on Pastors Unfiltered, Pastor Morgan and Pastor Jonathan step in for an honest and fun conversation while Pastor Brandon recovers and Pastor Tony is on campus. They talk about church expansion, family, kids ministry, calling, obedience, and why investing in the next generation matters more than ever. If you’ve ever wondered what really goes on behind the scenes of ministry this episode is for you.
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00:00 Intro and surprise hosts
01:18 Where Pastor Brandon and Pastor Tony are
03:05 Church expansion and what’s coming next
06:30 Life, family, and moving to the PNW
19:00 Heart behind kids ministry
23:00 Parenting, discipleship, and everyday faith
30:30 The LIGHT values for Venture Kids
35:00 How God called Jonathan into kids ministry
38:00 Why serving in kids ministry matters
40:30 Closing thoughts and encouragement
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9 JAN 2026 · In this episode of Pastors Unfiltered, Johnny White sits down with Pastor Tony Matar for an honest and wide-ranging conversation about ministry, leadership, youth pastoring, and the current climate of the Church. Tony shares his personal journey from getting saved, stepping into youth ministry, navigating seasons of growth and transition, and eventually sensing God’s leading into a new chapter of ministry. Together, they talk about raising the next generation, discipleship over platforms, evangelism in everyday life, and what it looks like to lead with empathy, humility, and faithfulness. They also explore larger themes facing the Church today including Gen Z, spiritual hunger, consumer Christianity, excellence versus perfection, and why connection and discipleship matter more than ever. This episode is full of stories, wisdom, laughter, and a hopeful perspective on what God is doing right now. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome to Pastors Unfiltered
00:28 – Introducing Johnny White and Tony Matar
01:02 – Studio banter and dynamic
01:23 – “Step-son energy” explained
01:51 – Tony’s journey into ministry
04:20 – Getting saved and serving in youth ministry
05:15 – Calling, Bible college, and early leadership
06:16 – Mill Creek campus beginnings
07:53 – Navigating growth, transitions, and challenges
08:35 – Youth ministry growth before COVID
09:24 – Staying faithful when it’s difficult
10:28 – Discovering joy in discipleship
11:30 – Calling vs becoming more like Jesus
12:24 – Helping people follow Jesus for life
13:42 – Raising leaders and launching churches
14:20 – Sensing God’s call to start a church
15:05 – Identifying and raising the next generation
16:24 – Letting go of ministry roles
17:15 – Reaching Gen Z in a new way
18:16 – Leading with empathy and care
19:39 – The “third option” and gospel-centered thinking
21:14 – Spiritual hunger and formation over performance
23:19 – Reverence, authenticity, and connection
25:03 – The human need for belonging
26:53 – Small groups and real community
28:14 – Excellence as stewardship
30:10 – Evangelism and serving the marginalized
31:19 – Moving past spiritual consumerism
33:07 – Shepherding people, not platforms
35:50 – Reaching people, not just inviting them
38:17 – Being present in everyday spaces
39:16 – A global hunger for God
40:43 – Activation, testimony, and mission
42:03 – Serving as a volunteer
43:22 – The importance of parking and first impressions
44:03 – Closing encouragement and final thoughts
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26 DEC 2025 · It’s the Christmas episode of Pastors Unfiltered, and the crew is back with one of their most fun and wide-ranging conversations of the year. In this episode, Pastor Brandon and Pastor Tony are joined by Venture staff members Rachel Winfield and Kehlani as they make bold (and sometimes hilarious) predictions for 2026. From blockbuster movies and music charts, to the economy, cryptocurrency, sports, and the future of Venture Church — nothing is off limits. Along the way, they talk about:
- What’s coming next for Venture Church in 2026
- Predictions for church growth, generosity, and serving
- Staff life, babies, marriages, and transitions
- Movies, music, Survivor, and Seattle sports
- The economy, AI, crypto, housing, and inflation
- Christmas reflections and looking ahead with faith
It’s lighthearted, honest, occasionally chaotic, and completely unfiltered — the perfect episode to close out the year. Merry Christmas from the Pastors Unfiltered team. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – Welcome to Pastors Unfiltered
00:28 – Christmas episode introduction
01:10 – “Moral failures” and holiday confessions
01:52 – Switzerland coaster story
02:40 – Merry Christmas message to listeners
03:00 – Introducing predictions for 2026
03:28 – Introducing Rachel & Kehlani
04:35 – Nicknames, banter, and Josh facts
05:00 – Josh’s Christmas list reveal
06:12 – Biggest blockbuster movie predictions
07:28 – Hunger Games, Marvel, and movie debates
09:09 – Horror movies and movie habits
10:10 – Survivor predictions
11:03 – Survivor Season 50 discussion
12:48 – Transition to economy predictions
13:11 – AI, layoffs, and government spending
14:39 – National deficit and job market
15:12 – Crypto, gold, and silver predictions
16:25 – Gas prices, interest rates, and housing
17:37 – Political climate and midterms
19:07 – Childcare costs and paid leave
20:39 – Predictions for the church in 2026
21:17 – Venture Church growth and serving
22:20 – Radical generosity and service
23:13 – Giving goals and kids ministry vision
24:10 – Building expansion and future plans
25:11 – Staff prediction recap from last year
25:58 – New staff predictions for 2026
27:02 – Leadership additions and growth
28:05 – Dallas prediction moment
29:16 – Babies, marriages, and staff life
30:14 – Staff stability and transitions
31:25 – Music artist predictions for 2026
32:41 – Justin Bieber, Taylor Swift, and pop culture
34:03 – Country music era predictions
35:05 – Mariners over/under predictions
36:05 – Golf vs cowboy boots bet
37:23 – Seahawks, Sonics, and Seattle sports
38:18 – Kraken and NFL predictions
40:27 – Pop culture and hobbies discussion
42:09 – Chick-fil-A staff predictions
44:41 – Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua prediction
46:49 – Final thoughts and Christmas wrap-up
47:33 – Closing encouragement and sign-off
Pastors Unfiltered features Dr. Brandon Beals and Pastor Tony Mattar from Venture Church.
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| Organization | Venture Church |
| Categories | Christianity |
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