In 2013 the vision of the Inside United podcast was to share the happenings at the home office as well as updates on world events, such as disasters. Since then it has evolved into an informational resource, where people can get to know what is going on with various Church areas as well as members around the world. The podcast’s primary intended audience is members of United Church of God. However, there are plans to expand beyond church members. 

Mr. Kubik wants to have a few regulars who come on and talk with him, as well as one-time guests. One of his current regulars is Steven Britt, assistant pastor in Maryland. The main topic Mr. Britt and Mr. Kubik discussed is sound science of the Bible. That is, how the Bible and science tie in together. It all started with an article that Steven wrote for Beyond Today magazine titled “Sound Science and the Bible” (search for it at ucg.org). The first podcast between the two was a follow-up to the article. “The point of these discussions is to focus on modern science and how we maintain a biblical view, rather than secular view of the world that has no hope,” said Britt.

He has described working on the podcast as relaxing and a break from the regular schedule. Since it is similar to just a conversation, it flows naturally and effortlessly. Both he and Mr. Kubik have a good rapport, and can easily have discussions together.

The idea behind the podcasts was to have an easy-to-produce format, that is easy to listen to, quick to edit and in a media outlet that will last. Chaz Leathers, assistant video editor, is the primary editor and producer of Inside United. Mr. Leathers is there for all recordings that happen in the home office. He explained that he really enjoys working on this project, and through it he is able to be more creative, having more freedom in his editing. They are also quick to create. He adds he really likes to hear the individual stories of the people who are guests, and that this is a great first step for Beyond Today listeners to get to know the Church. 

“It has become a really good and intimate way to keep brethren up to date on the happenings of the church and share in-depth biblical discussions,” said Rudy Rangel, production supervisor, who is one of the forerunners who first worked on the podcasts. It is the story behind the stories.

If you would like to be kept up to date of what is happening in the home office and around the world with various church congregations, then please go to ucg.org/members/united-news/inside-united. You can also find episodes of Inside United on Soundcloud. Go to soundcloud.com and type “Inside United Podcast” or “United Church of God” into the search bar.

You can also find the podcast on iTunes. Just go to Podcasts and type in “Inside United” or “United Church of God.” 

To listen to all Inside United podcasts please go to: https://www.ucg.org/members/united-news/inside-united.