Brian Kaylor is a Baptist minister with a Ph.D. in political communication. The author of four books on religion, politics, and communication, Kaylor is an award-winning journalist, photographer, and podcaster. He previously taught political communication at the university level, and worked for denominational organizations.

Beau Underwood is a Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) minister working on his Ph.D. in public affairs. He previously served in non-profit leadership roles for faith advocacy groups in Washington, D.C., and as a congregational pastor in Missouri.