The Surge Network Podcast

The Surge Podcast ft. Travis Mullen & Jyll Ethier-Mullen

In this episode of the Surge Podcast, John DelHousaye introduces Surge School’s new Ardor curriculum by exploring one of the three transcendentals: goodness. Joined by artists Travis Mullen and Jyll Ethier-Mullen, the conversation dives into the intersection of art, faith, and the creative process. Together, they reflect on how goodness is expressed not only in finished artwork, but in the rhythms of practice, the role of community, and the posture of the artist. From early creative influences to rediscovering artistic identity, Travis and Jyll share personal stories of formation, struggle, and renewal. The discussion also explores how concepts like harmony, composition, and even “negative space” reveal deeper truths about reality—and what it means to create in a way that reflects the nature of God. Along the way, they wrestle with questions of intrinsic vs. instrumental goodness, the tension between skill and vision, and the subtle pull of ego and idolatry in artistic work. Whether you’re an artist or simply someone drawn to beauty and meaning, this episode offers a thoughtful and grounded look at how creativity can point beyond itself to something greater.

The Surge Podcast ft. John Talley III

In this episode, we flip the script as John Talley III joins us on the other side of the mic to share his story and vision for the Church in our city. John, a pastor, professor, and self-described “servant trying to tell everybody about somebody who can save anybody,” invites us into the heart behind Neighbor’s Table, an initiative of Surge Network focused on mobilizing believers to love their neighbors in real, tangible ways.   We talk about what it means to move from proclamation to demonstration, not just talking about Jesus, but living it out. From foster care and refugee support to justice, advocacy, and the arts, this episode paints a vision for a unified Church marked by mercy, action, and neighbor love.

The Surge Podcast featuring Caleb Campbell

In this episode of the Surge Network podcast, Aaron Dailey sits down with longtime pastor and leader Caleb Campbell to talk candidly about friendship, faith, and the fractures many churches and leaders have experienced in recent years. Caleb shares his personal journey through pastoral burnout, political polarization, and the loss of community, including how those experiences led him to write about engaging Christian nationalism as a mission field rather than an enemy.    Together, they explore why relationships between pastors matter, especially in seasons of conflict, fear, and division. The conversation is honest, reflective, and grounded in the hope that healing and unity are still possible when leaders choose to stay connected.

The Surge Podcast featuring Michael & Charith Denson

Hosted by Dr. John DelHousaye, Director of Surge School+, this episode explores one of the three transcendentals— beauty —and why it may be the most compelling doorway in our current cultural moment. Joined by guests Charith and Michael Denson, the conversation examines how truth, goodness, and beauty are deeply connected, and why beauty has a unique power when a culture grows resistant to arguments about truth. When debates stall, beauty has a way of holding everything together, awakening desire, inviting reflection, and opening hearts where logic alone may no longer persuade.

Alignment Through Prayer: Surge Network Citywide Gathering

Our vision begins and ends in prayer. In a time when polarization runs deep, we continue to pray that the Church — in all its diverse expressions — would stay anchored in Christ and committed to one another. Our first All-Surge Gathering centered on vision and prayer. We revisited our shared commitments and launch into a guided season of prayer for our city, our churches, and our communities — both online and in neighborhoods throughout the Valley. Alignment is not achieved by strategy alone but by shared surrender to the presence of Christ. These five prayers will shape our hearts, guide our actions, and unite our churches as we seek to live from the center of Jesus.