Episodes

  • LILR 140 | Chip Dodd and The Pitfalls of Leadership

    LILR 140 | Chip Dodd and The Pitfalls of Leadership
    Aug 26 2025
    In this episode of Leaders in Living Rooms, Sean Morgan sits down with author, counselor, and leadership mentor Chip Dodd to unpack the “Five Pitfalls of Leadership.” Drawing on decades of experience leading leaders and running the Center for Professional Excellence, Chip explores how work can become confused with worth, why performance often overshadows presence, and how leaders slip into isolation and secrecy. He unpacks the role of humility, healthy dependency, and vulnerability in sustaining authentic leadership—reminding us that leaders must remain learners to stay effective. Welcome to Episode 140 of the Leaders in Living Rooms Podcast with Sean Morgan.
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    59 mins
  • LILR 139 | Aaron Brockett on Leading with Clarity When It Counts

    LILR 139 | Aaron Brockett on Leading with Clarity When It Counts
    Aug 12 2025
    In this episode, Sean Morgan welcomes back Aaron Brockett, Lead Pastor of Traders Point Christian Church, for a transparent and wisdom-packed conversation on leadership growth through seasons of ministry. Aaron shares candid reflections on lessons learned from church planting, staff alignment, team culture, and navigating organizational challenges. From culture as "the oil in the engine" to handling conflict with clarity and grace, this episode offers practical wisdom for leaders in any season. Whether you're transitioning, scaling, or seeking alignment, Aaron’s journey offers clarity and encouragement. Welcome to Episode 139 of the Leaders in Living Rooms Podcast with Sean Morgan.
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    56 mins
  • LILR 138 | Dave Ferguson & Ted Coniaris: Behind the Scenes of the COMMUNITY Succession

    LILR 138 | Dave Ferguson & Ted Coniaris: Behind the Scenes of the COMMUNITY Succession
    Jul 29 2025
    In today’s episode, Sean sits down with Ted Coniaris and Dave Ferguson of COMMUNITY to explore healthy succession plans in church leadership. Ted, a former church planter turned lead pastor apprentice, shares his journey from Greek Orthodox roots to executive leadership. Dave, the founding pastor and now CEO of Exponential, reflects on stepping back, championing Ted, and why a leadership handoff rooted in humility, clarity, and trust works. Together, they reveal the intentional 18-month apprenticeship model they followed—complete with timelines, vision handoffs, and mutual respect. If you're navigating leadership transitions in your church, this episode is full of practical wisdom and encouragement. Welcome to Episode 138 of the Leaders in Living Rooms Podcast with Sean Morgan.
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    48 mins
  • LILR 137 | Eugene Cho on Life and Leadership

    LILR 137 | Eugene Cho on Life and Leadership
    Jul 15 2025
    In this episode, Sean welcomes back Rev. Eugene Cho, President and CEO of Bread for the World. Together, they unpack the complex reality of leading during the worst global hunger crisis in over 50 years. Eugene reflects on his unexpected entry into this season of leadership, the global challenges impacting food security, and the Church’s vital role in advocacy and compassionate engagement. He also shares personal rhythms for staying healthy, strategic, and spiritually grounded in high-capacity leadership. Welcome to Episode 137 of the Leaders in Living Rooms Podcast with Sean Morgan.
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    45 mins
  • LILR 136 | Sean Morgan on Aligning Your Team for Momentum

    LILR 136 | Sean Morgan on Aligning Your Team for Momentum
    Jul 1 2025
    In Part 2 of the team momentum series, Sean Morgan talks through the essential topic of alignment—what it looks like, why it matters, and how leaders can cultivate it within their teams. Drawing from real-life leadership challenges, Sean outlines three core causes of misalignment and offers practical strategies to bring clarity, prioritize what matters most, and install or improve systems that support team momentum. Plus, he shares a bonus insight on dealing with people who are misaligned and how to address it with both courage and care. Welcome to Episode 136 of the Leaders in Living Rooms Podcast with Sean Morgan.
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    22 mins
  • LILR 135 | Sean Morgan on Building and Keeping High-Horsepower Teams

    LILR 135 | Sean Morgan on Building and Keeping High-Horsepower Teams
    Jun 17 2025
    In this solo episode, Sean Morgan explores the foundational steps of building and maintaining a high-horsepower team that drives momentum instead of losing it. Drawing from personal leadership reflections and ministry insights, Sean unpacks five key practices that separate stagnant teams from thriving ones. Whether you're leading a church staff, a volunteer crew, or an executive board, these principles will challenge and equip you to lead with clarity, courage, and purpose. This is part one of a two-part series on building momentum. Welcome to Episode 135 of the Leaders in Living Rooms Podcast with Sean Morgan.
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    30 mins
  • LILR 134 | Randy Frazee on Navigating a Pastoral Transition

    LILR 134 | Randy Frazee on Navigating a Pastoral Transition
    Jun 3 2025
    In this episode, Sean Morgan talks with Randy Frazee, a seasoned pastor with over 36 years of ministry experience. They explore the challenges and opportunities of pastoral transitions, from overcoming the fear of identity loss to finding purpose beyond the pulpit. Randy shares insights on building a healthy church culture, maintaining a strong marriage in ministry, and setting up a successful succession plan. If you're navigating a leadership transition or preparing for a new season in ministry, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom and personal stories to guide you. Welcome to Episode 134 of the Leaders in Living Rooms Podcast with Sean Morgan.
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    59 mins
  • LILR 133 | Danny Strange on Finding Fresh Vision

    LILR 133 | Danny Strange on Finding Fresh Vision
    May 20 2025
    In this episode, Sean sits down with Danny from Three Crosses Church to explore how God births fresh vision in the heart of a leader—and what happens when that vision begins to take root. Danny reflects on the evolution of his leadership after seven years as lead pastor, the sabbatical that created space for new direction, and the spiritual and strategic clarity that followed. Together, they discuss the tension between patience and boldness, the challenge of stewarding legacy churches with missional urgency, and the dream of seeing 35 new gospel expressions across the Bay Area by 2035. Whether you're wrestling with vision, longing for renewal, or wondering if it's time for something new, this conversation will stir your soul. Welcome to Episode 133 of the Leaders in Living Rooms Podcast with Sean Morgan.
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    46 mins