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Phil Cooke Podcast

Phil Cooke Podcast

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Helping leaders navigate their career and calling in today's distracted media-driven culture. Do you have a message or story that could influence the world? Get expert tips from Hollywood producer and media consultant Phil Cooke on creative leadership, digital media, branding and marketing strategies, film and TV production and more – and the faith to make it happen. Find out more at PhilCooke.com. His philosophy? Get your ideas out there and change the world in the process.2024 Art Economics Management Management & Leadership
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  • 3 Rules for Pitching: Connecting with the People Who Can Make Your Dream Happen

    3 Rules for Pitching: Connecting with the People Who Can Make Your Dream Happen
    May 20 2026

    If you're having trouble getting your ideas heard, media executive Phil Cooke's https://philcooke.com three rules for pitching will help you share your creative vision with clarity and confidence. Whether you're pitching a film idea, business idea, creative project or ministry vision, these pro tips will help you connect with the people who can make your dream happen.

    👉 Listen now and transform your creative leadership career!

    Rate and subscribe for more tips on faith, media and culture for executive pastors, nonprofit leaders, and church media and communications creatives.

    Get the book: "Ideas on a Deadline: How to Be Creative When the Clock is Ticking"
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    Phil Cooke, Ph.D. — Strategic Advisor | Cultural Influence & Crisis Leadership
    Phil Cooke, Ph.D., is a strategic advisor to church, nonprofit, and media leaders navigating crisis, credibility, and cultural influence in a rapidly changing digital world. Founder of Cooke Media Group in Los Angeles and Nashville, he works with senior leadership teams globally to strengthen reputation and clarify mission. Author of "Church on Trial" and several other books on leadership and creativity, he has produced award winning media projects seen worldwide.

    👉 Get weekly strategy and creative input delivered to your inbox: https://www.philcooke.com/subscribe/

    ⚡️Join the conversation with Phil on social media:

    Twitter https://twitter.com/philcooke

    Facebook https://www.facebook.com/philcookepage/

    Instagram https://www.instagram.com/philcooke/

    TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@philcookeofficial

    Find out about Cooke Media Group here: https://www.cookemediagroup.com

    🔥 Masterclasses – Elevate your leadership and creative skills quickly!
    Church on Trial—Crisis Management with Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com/masterclass
    Ideas on a Deadline Masterclass with Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com/ideasonadeadline

    Subscribe to my YouTube Channel and Expand your Creative Leadership
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    **More About This Episode**
    Read more about pitching: "Why You Need an Elevator Pitch for Your Life" https://www.philcooke.com/elevator-pitch-for-your-life/

    (As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Thank you for the support!)

    #PitchingIdeas #ElevatorPitch #PhilCooke #CreativeLeadership #CommunicationSkills #PersonalBranding #Storytelling #LeadershipDevelopment #CreativeEntrepreneur #PublicSpeaking

    ⏰ Timecodes ⏰

    00:00 What not to do in a pitch meeting
    00:33 Rules for pitching your ideas
    01:43 Rule 1: Start with the idea
    02:24 Rule 2: Practice clarity. Read Phil's blog on elevator pitches
    02:58 Rule 3: Tell me why your idea matters
    03:23 Practical tips to practice your pitch with confidence
    05:02 Get the book, "Ideas on a Deadline"
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    6 mins
  • Why Pastors Fail: Christian Leadership & Accountability with Larry Stockstill, Pastors University

    Why Pastors Fail: Christian Leadership & Accountability with Larry Stockstill, Pastors University
    May 6 2026
    What should Christian leadership and accountability look like in today's church? Join Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com for this insightful conversation with Larry Stockstill, founder of Pastors University, as he shares hard-earned wisdom from over 50 years in ministry. This conversation dives deep into leadership accountability, crisis communication, pastoral integrity, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. If you're a pastor or ministry leader, this episode will equip you to lead with integrity and build sustainable leadership structures that last. Larry Stockstill is the founder of Pastors University and former pastor of Bethany Church in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. His global ministry has helped plant thousands of churches and train leaders worldwide through mentoring and multiplication strategies. 🔑 In This Episode: Why accountability in leadership is essential to prevent failureCrisis communication essentials for churchesThe importance of mentorship in Christian leadershipHow to restore leaders after failure (and when it's appropriate)Why every pastor needs trusted overseers who can ask hard questions 🔗 Resources & Links: 👉 Learn more about Pastors University: https://pastorsuniversity.org 👉 Larry Stockstill Ministries: https://larrystockstill.com 👉 Get the book Honor: The Secret of All Relationships: https://amzn.to/4eZUeLN Phil Cooke, Ph.D. — Strategic Advisor | Cultural Influence & Crisis Leadership Phil Cooke, Ph.D., is a strategic advisor to church, nonprofit, and media leaders navigating crisis, credibility, and cultural influence in a rapidly changing digital world. Founder of Cooke Media Group in Los Angeles and Nashville, he works with senior leadership teams globally to strengthen reputation and clarify mission. Author of "Church on Trial" and several other books on leadership and creativity, he has produced award winning media projects seen worldwide. 👉 Get weekly strategy and creative input: https://www.philcooke.com/subscribe/ ⚡️Join the conversation with Phil Cooke: Twitter https://twitter.com/philcooke Facebook https://www.facebook.com/philcookepage/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/philcooke/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@philcookeofficial Find out about Cooke Media Group here: https://www.cookemediagroup.com 🔥 MasterclassesChurch on Trial—Crisis Management with Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com/masterclass Ideas on a Deadline Masterclass with Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com/ideasonadeadline Prefer video? Subscribe to my YouTube Channel and Expand your Creative Leadershiphttps://www.youtube.com/c/philcookeofficial?sub_confirmation=1 **More About this Episode**About Larry Stockstill, Founder – Pastor's UniversityLarry Stockstill was raised in a ministry family, where he witnessed the strength of his parents' 63-year marriage and commitment to faith. After college, he spent two years as a missionary in West Africa, followed by five years as an associate pastor at his father's church before becoming Lead Pastor in 1983. During his tenure, Stockstill placed a strong emphasis on missions. In 1993, he implemented a small group structure that became a national model and the basis of his first book, "The Cell Church." In 2001, he founded Surge, a church planting movement that, by 2015, had helped plant more than 22,000 small, rural churches across twelve global regions. Stockstill is the author of multiple books including "The Remnant," and his newest, "Honor: The Secret of All Relationships." His latest initiative, Pastors University, distills his "50 lessons from 50 years" to equip the next generation of church leaders. Learn more at https://larrystockstill.com (As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Thank you for the support!) ⏰ Timecodes ⏰00:00 Phil Cooke introduces Larry Stockstill, Pastors University09:00 Crisis communication for churches and pastors11:50 The importance of leadership integrity13:35 Accountability for pastors17:00 The importance of overseers in a pastor's life20:58 How to assess a crisis situation28:00 How to spot red flags34:45 More about Larry Stockstill's books41:02 Get Phil Cooke's book, "Church on Trial: How to Protect Your Congregation, Mission, and Reputation During a Crisis" available here: https://philcooke.com/crisis For bulk purchases, email info@cookemediagroup.com for pricing.
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    43 mins
  • 🎬 Indie Film Distribution: How to Submit Your Film to Angel Studios | Jared Geesey Interview

    🎬 Indie Film Distribution: How to Submit Your Film to Angel Studios | Jared Geesey Interview
    Apr 8 2026
    Want to get your film distributed by Angel Studios? In this in-depth conversation, Phil Cooke https://philcooke.com sits down with Jared Geesey (EVP of International Distribution at Angel Studios) to break down the Angel Studios submission process, how the Angel Guild works, and what filmmakers need to know to secure a distribution deal. If you're an indie filmmaker looking for film distribution opportunities, this episode reveals how Angel's audience-driven model is changing the industry—giving YOU the chance to get your project reviewed, improved, and potentially released in theaters. Watch now and transform your filmmaking career! 🚀 FREE Film Submission (Limited Time!)Filmmakers can submit their project to the Angel Guild for FREE (normally $250):👉 https://angel.com/filmmakers🎟 Promo Code: ANGELPHIL ⚡ First 25 filmmakers only – act fast! ======================================== Phil Cooke, Ph.D. — Strategic Advisor | Cultural Influence & Crisis LeadershipPhil Cooke, Ph.D., is a strategic advisor to church, nonprofit, and media leaders navigating crisis, credibility, and cultural influence in a rapidly changing digital world. Founder of Cooke Media Group in Los Angeles and Nashville, he has worked with senior leadership teams globally to strengthen reputation and clarify mission. He is the author of Church on Trial and several other books on leadership and creativity, and has produced media projects seen worldwide. Connect with me on social media: Twitter https://twitter.com/philcooke Facebook https://www.facebook.com/philcookepage/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/philcooke/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@philcookeofficial Find out about Cooke Media Group here: https://www.cookemediagroup.com 👉 Get my FREE DOWNLOAD when you sign up for my newsletter here: https://www.philcooke.com/subscribe/ Subscribe to My YouTube Channel and Expand your Creative Leadershiphttps://www.youtube.com/c/philcookeofficial?sub_confirmation=1 =========================== **More About This Episode** 🎬 Indie Film Distribution: How to Submit Your Film to Angel Studios | Jared Geesey InterviewJared Geesey is Executive Vice President, International at Angel Studios, where he leads global distribution strategy, partnerships, and theatrical expansion for one of the fastest growing independent studios in the world. Jared is known for building innovative distribution models rooted in listening deeply to audiences and creators alike. 🎥 What You'll Learn from this interview: How to submit your film to Angel Studios How the Angel Guild voting system works What kind of films Angel Studios is looking for How to use audience feedback to improve your project What "Torch" submissions are and why they matter How filmmakers can earn long-term residual income Why Angel Studios has one of the highest Rotten Tomatoes audience scores The secrets behind successful indie film distribution ⏰ Timecodes ⏰00:00 Phil Cooke and how to get your film on Angel01:02 Meet Jared Geesey, EVP International Distribution, Angel Studios07:00 Distribution Case Study: The Chosen09:28 Filmmakers and indie film distribution14:00 Filmmaking tips for creating a Torch for Angel Studios consideration20:40 Distribution for documentaries21:44 Angel Studios business model and payouts for filmmakers26:35 Submit your film for consideration at https://angel.com/filmmakers👉 FREE Film submission! Use promo code: ANGELPHIL ⚡ First 25 filmmakers only – act fast!
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    30 mins
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