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In this episode of LAB the Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Timothy Patitsas, author of The Ethics of Beauty, theologian, filmmaker, and professor of ethics at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Seminary. Together they explore the profound relationship between beauty, goodness, and truth—and why, in a world fractured by trauma and ideology, we must recover a posture that leads with beauty.

Whether you’re an artist, pastor, or thinker longing to see faith and beauty woven back into life, this episode invites you into the adventure that begins with falling in love with what is truly beautiful.

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In this episode of LAB the Podcast, we sit down with Pastor and Author Courtney Ellis to talk about grief, hope, and the sacred art of paying attention. Courtney’s latest book, Looking Up: A Birder’s Guide to Hope Through Grief weaves together family, faith, and the natural world—inviting us to see that grief and hope are not opposites, but companions on the same road.

If you’ve ever faced loss, felt stuck in grief, or longed for beauty in the midst of brokenness, this conversation will remind you that hope is a long story—and that the Spirit still moves through it all.

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In this special episode of LAB the Podcast, we sit down with Zach's favorite guest—and favorite person—Cammie Elliott, Director of Ministry for VU VI VO.

Cammie is the heartbeat behind so much of V3’s work—from LAB the Podcast to the Immersive Experiences, Sehnsucht Symphony and all special projects. Together, Zach and Cammie explore what it means to trust God in every season, from cross-country moves and moments of loss to the daily rhythms of faith, prayer, and building a home that reflects the life and beauty of the Gospel.

They share about learning to hear and obey, cultivating beauty in the ordinary, and discovering God’s character through His names. If you’ve ever struggled to trust God with what you can’t see—this conversation will inspire you to rest in who He is.

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Liza Thurmond joins LAB the Podcast to talk about the sacred work of teaching, seeing beauty through faith, and how one trip to Chicago’s Art Institute reshaped her classroom and church. A powerful conversation about V3's ON BEAUTY Immersive Experience at the Art Institute of Chicago and how it gave her fresh eyes. 

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Join us for an episode ON THE ROAD at Jesuit High School in Tampa, Florida — home to a stunning Chapel. 

Development Director Nick Suszynski takes us inside this architectural and spiritual centerpiece, where sacred art, intentional design, and Catholic formation converge to shape generations of young men.

Built in 2018 under the leadership of Jesuit’s visionary team, the Chapel of the Holy Cross stands as a living expression of the school’s Jesuit identity — filled with commissioned works from Spanish artist Raúl Berzosa, Italian marble, and breathtaking stained glass windows crafted by Conrad Schmitt Studios.

Together, we explore how architecture can preach the Gospel and how philanthropy can transform not just a campus — but the lives of students and families for generations.

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Join us on LAB the Podcast for a special Poetry Corner episode with Poet and Author Wendy Kieffer (Alchemy of Praise). In this episode, Wendy shares a brand-new original poem that envisions walking with God in the cool of the morning — a powerful picture of hope, reunion, and new creation. We talk about the power of poetry to communicate before it’s understood, why reading aloud matters, and how classic poets like Mary Oliver, Yeats, and Rossetti can inspire us today.

If you love poetry, faith, or creative conversations, this episode will encourage you to slow down, listen deeply, and discover beauty in the everyday.

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Join us as LAB the Podcast goes ON THE ROAD to First Pres Tampa with Rev. Kathy Conner. Discover how this South Tampa church is leading with beauty through intentional architecture, art, and community. From their five-year journey of faith to building a new campus, to creating spaces where kids, families, and neighbors feel at home, First Pres Tampa is shaping a vibrant, multi-generational church where real relationships lead to real transformation.

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In this episode of LAB the Podcast, we sit down with Dave Traynor, Pastor at South Tampa Fellowship Channel District Campus and long-time leader at Smith & Associates Real Estate.

For nearly two decades, Dave has been at the heart of Tampa Bay’s growth, shaping some of the city’s most renowned high-rise developments while also pastoring and serving the community with Life and Beauty. Dave is also on the board for the Heart Gallery, advocating for children in need of forever families.

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On this episode of LAB the Podcast, we sit down with Benjamin NeSmith—Pastor at Element Church in Brandon, Artist and owner of Fast Frames in Riverview. Benjamin’s journey weaves together the creativity of an artist and the calling of a pastor, offering a unique lens into how the Life and Beauty of the Gospel can be expressed in the everyday life. Join us as we explore his story, the intersections of faith and art, and how God is using Benjamin’s gifts to bring life and beauty to the community around him.

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On this episode of LAB the Podcast, we’re joined by Amanda Maynor, Chair of 100 Shares Tampa Bay and an 8th-generation Floridian with a deep passion for empowering women to steward their time, talent, and treasure. Amanda shares her journey of faith, leadership, and service, as well as the impact she’s making in the Tampa Bay community. 100 Shares

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