This week on Staircase to Nowhere, we shine the spotlight on our guy David—hall director, mentor, and all-around residential life legend. Recorded in-person from Upland, Indiana (yes, real eye contact was made), we dive into the highs and holy tensions of life in campus ministry. Daved shares what it’s like walking with college guys through late-night questions, crowded dorm life, and the sacred chaos of discipleship in close quarters. We talk housing crises, spiritual formation, and the art ...
On this episode of Staircase to Nowhere, we dive into the big questions about work, career, and calling. What does it really mean to find your "calling," and how does faith shape our search for meaningful work? Join David, Sam, Noah, and special guest Kaitlin Neel—who works in calling and career services at Taylor University—as they unpack the tension between employment and spiritual purpose. Whether you're navigating a job transition, exploring your passions, or just wondering how your...
It’s a full mailbag episode this week on Staircase to Nowhere! The guys answer listener questions about everything from secular music in church to the growing wave of biblical streaming shows. They reflect on how churches communicate their values, how Christian media fits into discipleship, and why Sunday mornings should stay rooted in worship. Along the way, there’s storytelling, some honest opinions, and of course — a little banter. Email us! staircasepod@gmail.com No Small Endeavor (Pod Sa...
Would you date a chatbot? In this episode, we talk AI girlfriends, boyfriends, and the weird world of digital companionship. What does it mean to love—or be loved by—something not real? And how should Christians think about connection in a world that’s increasingly artificial? We would love to hear from you! staircasepod@gmail.com She is in Love with ChatGPT
In this episode of Staircase to Nowhere, the crew dives into how conversations have become the new currency of credibility in today’s culture. From podcasts to Twitch streams, we explore why people are increasingly turning to casual dialogue instead of traditional news or institutions to shape their beliefs. What does that mean for ministry, discipleship, and the way we engage a digital-first world? Also—yes, we talk over each other a lot. That’s kind of the point. Send us your thoughts and q...
This week on Staircase to Nowhere, we're diving into the world of Christian art and exploring how creativity and faith intersect. What makes art "Christian"? How can creative expression serve as a form of worship or ministry?.. Whether you're an artist, an art enthusiast, or simply curious about how faith influences creativity, God is calling you to put beautiful things into the world for His glory! Got a topic you'd like us to explore? Send your questions and ideas to: staircasepod@gm...
Welcome to season 3! This week, Staircase to Nowhere crew—Noah, David, and Sam—take a deep dive into social media's evolving role in our lives and ministries. Is it a tool for connection and outreach, or is it a digital dark alley filled with distractions, temptations, and anxiety? The team shares personal stories, research on social media’s impact, and whether we should rethink their online presence altogether. staircasepod@gmail.com Connect with us The Anxious Generation
The whole Staircase Fam is together in Louisville for our STN Retreat! David, Kaitlin, Sam, Erika, Noah, and Rebekah all look back over the major themes of season 2 and look ahead to a new year of Staircase to Nowhere ministry and culture fun! staircasepod@gmail.com
In a special in-person episode, Noah gives David and Sam some books and shares why they would be interested in them. Read along with us: Heroic Fraternities by Anthony Bradley Centered Set Church by Mark D. Baker The Coming Revolution in Church Economics by Mark DeYmaz (please excuse our sketchy audio) staircasepod@gmail.com
The Staircase boys put into practice their conversations on interpretation and context in an attempt to answer a hard text of the Bible, when God calls Israel to “completely destroy” and “devote to destruction” the people in the promised land. Is this genocide? How should Christians understand this text? What does it tell us about God? (please excuse our sketchy audio) Email us at staircasepod@gmail.com
In this lively conversation, the hosts dive into biblical interpretation, exploring whether the Bible should be read literally, figuratively, or somewhere in between. From dissecting Old Testament narratives to decoding Jesus’ parables, this episode tackles the complexity of engaging with scripture thoughtfully. The trio explores questions like: Are some Bible verses metaphors?How should we interpret the flood in Noah’s story?Does every miracle need to be taken as historical fact?The hosts al...
On today’s show, we respond to some pressing listener questions!.. If you have any thoughts our question we would love to hear them. Send us an email or enroll in one of Taylor’s undergrad programs and ask David directly. staircasepod@gmail.com
Welcome to Texting!.. Join us for a new series dedicated to how do we approach reading the Bible! What do we do with the tough passages, and how do we know what to believe? Join Noah, David, and Sam as they discuss their earliest Bible memories, the challenges of understanding ancient texts, and the tools we use to interpret Scripture. We dive into some big questions about the Bible’s purpose and provide insight on how to engage with it today. If you've ever wondered about the stories, comman...
In this episode, Noah, Sam, and David are joined by longtime listener, Tre, to discuss his diverse faith journey that ultimately led him to non denominational church leadership today. The group discusses working across denominations, the pressure of ministry hustle culture, and how to pursue unity despite theological differences. If you have questions or want to get ahold of us, you can reach us at staircasepod@gmail.com IG @trecal
Elyse Regier is an Enneagram coach from Northwest Indiana. She loves helping people find their type & discovering all the ways they can grow with the Enneagram tool. Listen to her podcast to learn more about the Enneagram. Towards Eden, an Enneagram Podcast Elyse@towardsedenenneagram.com IG @towardsedenenneagram www.towardsedenenneagram.com Resources mentioned: Enneagram + Marriage Glow Guides The Real History of the Enneagram Course - from Tyler Zach (Gospel for Enneagram) Is the Ennea...
On today’s episode, we hear from one of STN’s very own hosts! Sam shares about his role as Director of Street and Community outreach and how his faith impacts the work he does with youth and young adults experiencing homelessness in his city. staircasepod@gmail.com
On today's mailbag episode we address some pressing listener questions, namely, aliens??? staircasepod@gmail.com
We wrap up with some final reflections on our series covering the spiritual disciplines. We share some big picture thoughts, resources that have been helpful for us, and perform a spoken word Noah and Sam wrote in high school (yes you read that right). staircasaepod@gmail.com Sacred Pathways Praying like Monks, Living like Fools Moving from Solitude to Community to Ministry
Want to get ahold of us? Send us an email at staircasepod@gmail.com Tre’s podcasts mentioned in the episode: Thrive Brew Kombucha Podcast The Socialish Barista Podcast
Often times when we think of spiritual disciplines we think of a private practice that takes place alone, but Jesus also commands his followers to participate in formative practices as communities. On this week’s episode we discuss some of those corporate disciplines and how they shape us into communites that reflect God to the world. staircasepod@gmail.com STN