In this episode of The Bobby Choo Podcast, we talk about why I ended up buying a pink drum kit — and no, it wasn’t just for the looks 😅

We dive into the real things you should consider before buying a drum kit:
sound, size, portability, use case, budget, and whether aesthetics actually matter more than we think.

I also share my honest thoughts and review on the PDP New Yorker — who it’s for, where it shines, and where it might fall short — especially for drummers playing gigs, church, small stages, or home setups.

Big shoutout to JS Music for making this happen

Whether you’re a drummer thinking about your next kit, curious about compact drum setups, or just here for the stories, this episode’s for you.

🎙️ Welcome to the NEW Bobby Choo PodcastWe’re kicking off our rebrand with an incredible guest — John O.In this episode, we dive into:• His background and early inspirations• How he first stepped into the world of music• His creative approach to songwriting & artistry• Some wild and meaningful stories from his time playing with different bands• Honest conversations about growth, identity, and staying inspiredA huge thank you to greyskymorning for letting us film in their beautiful café — appreciate you guys for creating the perfect vibe for this session.About the RebrandThe Bobby Choo Podcast is entering a new chapter — we're diving into honest conversations with creatives — exploring their craft, journey, and the real stories that shape their work. Each episode brings insight, inspiration, and a grounded look at how ideas come to life and the people behind them.

🎙️ Welcome to Episode 1 of the Sonic Blueprint – Heard & Blessed

Balancing Family and Church: Thriving in Audio Ministry (ft. Steven Thang)

How do you balance family life while serving in church audio ministry? In this episode, special guest Steven Thang joins us to share his experiences and insights. We discuss time management, avoiding burnout, and staying passionate about serving in ministry. Tune in for practical tips to help you thrive in both your family and ministry life.

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In this episode, Johnston and Caleb are joined by special guest Leon Jala to unpack some of the toughest challenges in church audio production. From delivering feedback to non-tech folks, to handling situations where you’re unsure of the technical fix, and building trust within your team—we’re covering it all.

Heads up: There’s a slight drop in audio quality in the later half due to a recording issue, but the insights are worth it!

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In this episode of The Bobby Choo Podcast, we dive deep into two important topics: how to effectively lead creatives and the art of building and maintaining meaningful friendships with Kysern Lim, Head of Creative for Collective Church, KL🎙️ Whether you're managing a team of creatives or looking to strengthen your personal relationships, this episode has something for you.

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In this episode we talked about why audio is important for church. We addressed about how to balance personal preference VS congregational feedback. We also talked about some of the audio highlights from UAD, New Balance & Roland and teenage engineering. We shared our recommendations for Chilly Pan Mee

Welcome to The Bobby Choo Podcast, the show where we dive into the dynamic world of church audio production. On our first episode, we talked about Conference. It's the conference season, and we share our experiences and tools and mindset we use to approach this season. We also share on some new gear we like.