Experience the power of pOdcasting.

Video Podcast

Your message deserves more than just audio - it deserves a stage. At Soundwaves Audio, we bring your podcast to life with pro-level video, crisp audio, and a seamless production process. You show up - we handle the rest. See the difference below.

Short Form COntent

In a scrolling world, your message needs to stop the scroll. At Soundwaves Audio, we craft high-quality Reels, TikToks, and short-form content that hook viewers fast and keep them engaged. You bring the message - we make it impossible to ignore. See our work below.

As In Heaven Podcast

LIFE AFTER MINISTRY

The MOney Pig Podcast

The Jewish Road Podcast

EPISODE SUMMARIES

A great podcast deserves a summary that hooks listeners and keeps them coming back. At Soundwaves Audio, we craft clear, compelling show notes, key takeaways, and timestamps—making your content easy to find, share, and remember. Here’s an example:

Bill Simmons thought he was in control - until a child soldier in the Congo held him at gunpoint. In that moment, as the AK-47 clicked into place, Bill realized the terrifying truth: control was an illusion.

Years later, as the CEO of a global nonprofit, he faced a different kind of pressure - leading an organization, carrying the weight of a mission, and pushing through exhaustion. 

But this time, the gun wasn’t in someone else’s hands. It was the slow, creeping pressure of burnout, and it was just as dangerous.

In this episode, Bill shares how he went from being a leader on the brink to discovering the power of interruption. 

He unpacks why so many pastors and ministry leaders are running on empty, why stepping away feels impossible, and how his sabbatical at a silent monastery changed everything.

Burnout isn’t a badge of honor - it’s a warning sign. If you feel the weight of ministry pressing down on you, this conversation is your lifeline.

Key Takeaways

  • Burnout doesn’t happen overnight. It’s a slow fade, and most leaders don’t see it coming until they’re in crisis.

  • Control is an illusion. Whether it’s holding onto leadership or refusing to step away, the tighter your grip, the heavier the burden.

  • Interruption is a choice - disruption is a consequence. If you don’t make space for rest, your body, mind, or ministry will force the issue.

  • A sabbatical isn’t selfish - it’s survival. Leaders who take time to step away don’t weaken their ministries - they strengthen them.

  • The church must do better. If you're a board member or elder, don’t wait for your pastor to break - give them space to breathe.

Chapter Markers

  • [00:10] - Welcome & Bill Simmons’ Story: From Missionary Kid to CEO

  • [03:14] - Held at Gunpoint - What a Child Soldier Taught Me About Control

  • [06:25] - The Burnout Epidemic: Why 8.5/10 Leaders Are Near Collapse

  • [09:55] - The Moment Everything Broke - And Why Bill Took a Sabbatical

  • [14:44] - Shabbat, Ceasing, & The Myth of Rest

  • [19:09] - The Power of Pause, Psalm, and Prayer

  • [24:59] - Leaders Don’t Have to Manufacture Spiritual Life - Just Make Space

  • [28:41] - Interruption vs. Disruption: What Happens When You Ignore the Signs

  • [32:11] - How to Sabbath Without Making It Just Another Task

  • [36:46] - The Way of Interruption - Bill’s Book & Why It Matters

Call to Action: Take the First Step Toward Rest

The weight of leadership isn’t yours to carry alone.

  • Read Bill Simmons’ book, The Way of Interruption, and learn how to embrace spiritual pause before burnout takes over. Order your copy now: Get the book here

  • Need help navigating a transition? Whether you're stepping away from ministry or trying to find a healthier rhythm, Pastoral Transitions can help. Visit pastoraltransitions.com to start the conversation.

Because if you don’t make room for rest, something else will force it upon you

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OUR CLIENTS

  • The Jewish Road Podcast

  • The Money Pig Podcast

  • The Life After Ministry Podcast

  • LAX to LEX Podcast (In Development)

  • As In Heaven Podcast

  • The Father Pursuit Podcast

  • The Esports Mom Podcast (In Development)

Podcasting is powerful,
but only if done right.

Most creators don’t have the time or know-how to produce a high-quality podcast that stands out. The result?

The frustration of wasted time, the STRESS of technical hurdles, and the looming fear of falling behind in a fast-moving digital world.

We get it.

At Soundwaves Audio, we handle the heavy lifting - editing, production, strategy - so you can focus on your message while we make sure it gets heard.

The RIpple

    • Discovery Call - Share your vision with us.

    • Music Licensing - Select your choice of royalty-free bumper audio curated by us.

    • Episode Recording - Get in the studio with us!

    • Audio Editing - We meticulously take out dead air and insert bumper audio of your choice.

    • Audio Mixing: We use professional studio techniques to ensure that your vocals sound as high-caliber as possible!

  • Starts at $100 per episode.

The Wave

    • Everything in "The Ripple" plus...

    • Pre-Production Meetings + Content Planning - Plan out each episode's content with us so you're prepared when you record.

    • Podcast Setup + Distribution - We get your podcast distributed to all streaming platforms.

    • Schedule Release Dates - We release your episode on to all streaming platforms for you.

    • Written Summaries - We write a summary on your discussion in each episode to upload with it.

    • Written Key Takeaways - We write the key takeaways from your discussion in each episode to upload with it.

    • Written Chapter Markers - We comb through your audio to find the main discussion points and their timestamp to upload for the viewers convenience.

    • Transcript Production - We write up a transcript of your words each episode to upload with it.

    • Website Embed Link - We hook you up with the embed link to your episode so you can post it on your website.

  • Starts at $250 per episode

The TsunamI

    • Everything in "The Wave" plus...

    • Marketing Strategy Meeting - Learn how to make your business indispensable to your audience through your podcast with the highly acclaimed StoryBrand format.

    • Graphics - Select your choice of cover art - created by us.

    • Intro/Outro Script - We write a StoryBrand formatted script for both your intro and outro.

    • YouTube Format Video Production - We get your full-length podcast ready for YouTube.

    • Social Media Format Video Production - We find the best parts of your discussion and make them into bite-sized clips ready for Instagram, TikTok and other social media platforms.

  • Starts at $500 per episode