Testimonials

Brett was extremely well received at our first Girl Stuff conference, where he spoke to just over 60 girls/women of various ages from 12 - 80? This was very insightful for everyone, and extremely challenging spiritually as well. Brett was very well informed, and knowledgeable about the things he was talking about. We had a high school guidance department head present at the talk that was very impressed with Brett's talk. I have had nothing but positive feedback from people, who just want him to come back and talk to the rest of our congregation !! It was great. Thanks so much Brett.

~Dale Whyte

We invited Brett to speak to our students and parents on faith, media, and culture. The talk with the students really challenged them to think about how they personally connect media (what movies they watch and what songs they listen to) with their faith. He asked some hard questions and, judging from feedback from some parents, he connected with them because they came home and discussed these things with their parents.

Later that evening, Brett spoke to the parents on the same topic. Again, he challenged them to connect with their children and guide them into make good decisions about their walk of faith.

Brett spoke with passion and with conviction. The best part was that he didn't just leave us hanging - he gave several practical suggestions on how to move forward.

~Rob vanSpronsen
Principal
Immanuel Christian School: Lethbridge

Our parent community had the pleasure of listening to an eye opening, powerful Media, Faith and Culture presentation by Brett Ullman. This engaging, dynamic speaker shows that he knows what he is talking about, based on his research and own life experiences. He is very motivational and engaged parents right from the get go. Brett took parents on a realistic and relevant journey that challenged the way we raise our children in today’s media-twisted society rather than through our faith and spirituality. The straightforward, hard facts were presented in a unique, powerful approach that informed and educated parents. We will never see the internet, listen to music, go to the movies or watch TV the same way again. Brett made us rethink our roles as parents, teachers, leaders and mentors to our children. Brett focused and encouraged parents to get our families back to an honest state of what is really important and how we should be living our faith based lives, rather than what the influence of various media forms and society are portraying as important. Brett Ullman is highly recommended if you have the opportunity to listen to him. Worth every dollar!

~St. Ambrose C.S.(S.C.A.C)

Recently we had Brett Ullman at our school for his media.faith.culture presentation.  It was fabulous!  For 85 minutes he had a captive audience of 500 grade seven to twelve students. Rarely will our students be captivated for 30 minutes let alone 85. I had numerous students and parents comment that "This was the best speaker we have ever had". The message was powerful and the impact substantial. We are already making plans for Part II next year.

~Wes Merta
Assistant Principal
Strathcona Christian Academy

Once again, our school and parent community were informed and challenged by Brett Ullman. Our staff, parents and students were informed about the changes in the content of various forms of media and we were challenged to find ways to live our faith amidst these changes. The grade 7 and 8 students were appreciative that Brett spoke to them as young adults on topics that are a part of their life experiences.

~David Condon
St. Francis de Sales C.S. - Ajax

I’ve had the pleasure of hearing Brett speak to students and parents several times, and he never disappoints.  His approach is realistic and straightforward.  He does the leg work in assessing media with a critical eye and from a biblical viewpoint.  He marries the current trends in media, faith and culture in a way that actively engages students visually, auditorily, spiritually and emotionally , without judgment.  His references to his own life experiences make him easily approachable and this help him to connect with students on a very human level.  He encourages open and honest dialogue among parents and teens.  He inspires young people to leave a legacy of service, respect and commitment to themselves and others.  I would recommend this to anyone who needs the confidence to challenge the so-called norms in today's media and to gain an increased awareness of the influences and sensitive issues that surround us.

~Manuela Penney
Grade 8 Teacher
St. Patrick C.S. - Whitby

This is the second time we've had the opportunity to have Brett Ullman speak to our students about media, faith and culture. My students immediately accepted Brett's challenge to live our faith and to make positive changes in our world, and they have begun a mission to provide farm animals for the needy in Africa. That's the power of Brett's talk. He will challenge and move both students and adults to become selfless, rather than selfish.

~Mario Griscti
Grade 7/8 Teacher
St. Theresa C.S. - Whitby 

To call Brett's talks relevant is a huge understatement.  He came with an authoritative, "time-to-cut-the-crap" mentality that engages youth powerfully to the topics, on media, faith, culture, dating, etc.  Most impressive is Brett's integrity to his topics outside of the seminar hall.  Well-equipped, well-researched, well- spoken, these talks are relevant, powerful, and provoke many to confront the hard issues around them.

~Jordan Constantine

I found this talk very helpful as one who has Self Injured and as one who wants to help youth who are also hurting.  I think this is something all Pastors, Youth Workers, and parents alike should hear.

~Jade

Brett is one of the most dynamic speakers I have ever heard on these topics. He speaks truth into everyday life by shining a light on the realities that youth and families are facing in today's culture. His talks are challenging, to the point, and provoke thought. Brett is in our calendar each year and he needs to be in yours too!

~Jeff Smyth
Coordinator of Community Initiatives
www.doxatoronto.com
Youth Unlimited (Toronto YFC)

Self injury, media, dating; these topics can be quite sensitive for teen and parents. Brett does a great job at presenting information and a clear path for recovery and redemption for all ages. You may not "like" everything you hear, but that is only because we have become so comfortable in our own selves while missing all of the hurt and destruction surrounding us. Brett reminds us of this while remaining relevant to todays culture. One of his greatest strengths as a speaker, he can address a group from age 10 to 90 and cause the listener to see the need for change.

~Brian Molley
Youth Pastor
Cornerstone Baptist Church, Saint John, NB 

Brett came to our little town last year. It was great having him here. He is a great speaker that knows how to talk to teens. He's presentations are up to date and "cool" enough even for the teens. He knows what to talk about and how, often we cannot find the right words or language to communicate with our teens. Brett will get the discussion going. Thanks and come again.

~Markus

 I thought your presentation at Carruthers Creek Community Church was amazing. It was very informative and helped me make some huge changes in my life especially for relationships (dating) and taking steps back and setting boundaries. I am so glad i went to see your presentation, you are extremely gifted and had me on the edge of my seat wanting to hear more. I find it that most speakers are somewhat afraid to take on the subjects that you take on but you sure did a great job in covering everything for me. Once again, Thanks!“

~Patrick. Stelmaszyk

My daughter and I attended Mr. Ullman's Man Talk at this year's Kingdom Bound event in Darien Lake, New York. We hadn't intended to go to this talk specifically, but we tagged along with friends. This talk truly inspirational. While it was directed to the boys and men in the crowd, my daughter (age 17) and I were edified and were able to see how God's love and guidance had help us to avoid many of the pitfalls and tragedies that can happen to girls, who are raised without their fathers. (My daughter's father hasn't wanted to be a part of her life since she was two years old). Thank you, Mr. Ullman. God Bless You.

~Catherine

Brett is a gifted and dynamic speaker. His direct yet sensitive approach to discussing self-injury and suicide contributes tremendously in eliminating stigma to mental health issues. Brett provides a practical approach on how to begin the process of healing.  He provides resources and encourages connectedness while sending messages of hope to those who are hurting.  Every youth, adult, parent and educator would benefit from attending a session with Brett Ullman.

~Lana Woytowich
Child and Youth Counsellor
Durham Catholic District School Board

We all thought it was an excellent presentation that clearly outlined the facts and brought an important issue into the light. It made it a lot easier to discuss in class as it can sometimes be a sensitive issue to initiate and the discussions that went on in each class were excellent. Students shared their own thoughts/experiences after hearing what you had to say, which was so great as they probably wouldn't have done that otherwise.

~Intermediate Teachers,
St. Bernadette Catholic School

Your Story was a straight forward talk that provided a tonne of informaiton without judgement or condemnation.  Brett clearly outlined the struggles and hardships that students and their families are facing, but did so without making anyone feel guilty or shameful. It was a very eye opening experience for a number of people, and I have had a lot of positive feedback froma a number of different age groups. Your Story started an important discussion on a topic of which many people were either unaware or afraid. I could not recommend it more highly.

~Tim Teakle
Youth Pastor
Uxbridge Baptist Church

I've heard a lot of talks at a lot of conferences. Not all of them make a difference. When Brett spoke at our university fellowship retreat, he brought the issues that people in my generation and culture really struggle with, mixed with enough grace and understanding to leave you thirsting for change. His talks opened up lines of conversation and community that I've often prayed for, and helped bring healing to many students in our group.

~Zachery Hynes
Student
Memorial University of Newfoundland (MUN)

Brett's seminar was informative and thought provoking. As parents of a 10 yr old girl and a 13 yr old boy we need Brett's expertise to see into our kids world in areas we may not want to look. Blinders on our eyes will not help us to support and understand the environment our kids are moving in. Brett's Presentation is well-researched, straight forward and challenging. My husband and I left challenged to maintain open dialogue with our kids and stay informed. We look forward to the next seminar in our ongoing quest to support our kids.

~Gillian McShane-Shileds
Children’s Pastor
Carruther's Creek Community Church

This is a conversation that needs to take place. Too often as parents, we say we are understanding of what our kids are being exposed to. But a lot of what the media has to offer remains "out of sight" and "out of mind" because we may be too busy to truly know what is out there. Brett's parent talk encourages us as parents to "dig deeper", to truly understand the message and effects of media as it relates to our faith. We would encourage every parent to equip themselves with what Brett has to offer.

~Chris and Tayna Jobe
Beacon Bible Camp - Parents

Open and honest the way teenagers want to and need to hear the truth, that's what sets Brett Ullman apart. I dare you to try his seminar - you will never listen to music or watch TV the same again.  If only more youth speakers were this engaging.

~Eric Spath
World Vision

Brett came to my church and spoke to my midweek senior high group. His presentation and connection with the media culture had a direct impact to many of the youth who were there. His challenge on music, internet, and even some of the harder issues like cutting allowed us as a ministry to respond to what many youth experience whether themselves or with a friend every day. I would highly recommend Brett as a speaker, he was organized, direct, and knowledgeable to a degree that I could not meet myself without using him. The experience overall was very positive.

~Graham Buchanan
Youth Pastor
West London Alliance

I’m always nervous having a guest speaker tackle the topic of media, faith, and culture; however, I was very impressed with the way you handled this extremely tricky yet important topic.  I appreciated the way you went straight to the heart of the topic and brought out the real issues behind it!  You masterfully touched on every core problem our kids struggle with in a way that grabbed their attention and encouraged them to take the first step towards spiritual and emotional health.  Since your time with us – we have been able to have some very meaningful conversations with our students.  Thank you!

~Jay Sandiford
Youth Pastor
Springvale Baptist Church

Brett Ullman has an extremely important ministry that helps teens, teachers and parents understand and address current issues in North American media and youth culture - and he does it from the standpoint of a clearly biblical worldview. Brett has had a powerful ministry with our senior elementary and high school students and teachers all across Ontario and in the Maritime provinces. Any church, school or parents' group would be blessed by his presentations.

~Mark Kennedy
Director - Association of Christian School International
Eastern Canada Region

I’ve had the privilege of working with Brett on several occasions over the past few years, and his ability to communicate to a diverse range of audience is exceptional.  Brett has excellent information within his presentations, but it’s his effort to not simply spoon-feed information, but to challenge students in their approach to media and cultural discernment, that I really appreciate as a pastor and father. Brett will speak candidly and straight at the heart of culture, and show us how to put on our “God glasses”, instead of our own “rose-colored” glasses.  Students, parents, schools, pastors, churches, youth groups…Brett Ullman is a “can’t miss” opportunity for you!

~Shawn McKnight
High School Pastor
Northview Community Church, Abbotsford, BC

Brett's presentations are well-researched, and thought-provoking. He speaks on issues with clarity, courage and conviction. After working with him over the past several years, I can attest to that fact that he is always willing to accommodate a group's needs to the best of his ability. Every time he's come to our church, he's made himself available to talk to our students after his presentation, and even pray for them. He truly lives what he says.

~Tsui Ho-Ming
Pastor of Young Life Development, RHCCC

The Man Talk is an in-your-face outlook of men and the choices we make everyday. The decisions we make are difficult, but the negative actions are selective. The Man Talk provides an introspective look at bettering ourselves one day at a time.

~Adam B.R. Clarke

We have had the pleasure of having Brett Ullman minister to three very distinct parts of our Catholic school community.  He has spoken to: our entire student body; our students collectively on spiritual retreats and to a combined group of Catholic educators/parents.  Each group was moved by the powerful message that Brett carries.  A message of peace and comfort to those who suffer from the ill effects of contemporary media. Brett is undoubtedly a very gifted and motivational speaker that awakens the spirit to become aware and sensitive to the current issues that affect our youth.

~Michael Smith
Curriculum Chair of Religion / Director of Religious A.Q. Courses (Durham)

...His ability to engage an audience by providing them with 'real' and up-to-date teen stories and info results in his young audiences taking much away from his presentation.  The students sat unbelievably still for a full 90 minutes as he shared a most important message of responding to the ever present media influences through their faith and beliefs.  I love that he challenges the students to think more carefully about day to day things that they usually just accept as proper...

~Tish K. Sheppard
Program Consultant, Durham Catholic District School Board

The faith.media.culture presentation was an eye-opening discussion about the divide between our faith and culture.  Your passion for the subject was expressed clearly and the students really became engaged in your talk.  The real life statistics and stories you told really impacted us and made us question the way we live our lives.

~Intermediate Teachers
St. Marguerite Bourgoeys Catholic School

Brett engages his audience with a fresh dose of reality; creatively unwrapping some very important issues students face, exposing a rare opportunity for meaningful thought and reflection.  Within the context of faith, media and culture, Brett asks students to recognize their place in the world and to willingly recognize the need for making changes that are both positive and empowering.  Students will come away from his presentation with a new outlook on what many of us take for granted as just “growing up” today.

~Steven Beltrano
Father Venini Catholic School

Brett's discussion on faith, media and culture was excellent! Father John Redmond students were engaged in Brett's informative presentation. His talk was relevant to teenagers and tackled issues that young people are dealing with. Brett is a powerful speaker with a lot to offer to us all. He challenges us by promoting the idea of doing something and really getting out there and making change in this world.

~Tatjana Schomer
Fr. John Redmond – TCDSB

Brett's talk was a fresh, uplifting view of dating, not just for Christians, but for anyone interested in hearing how and why we mess up dating (and marriage). But instead of getting preachy about it, he presents real, practical solutions that are actually useful, not something that is taught and then ignored. He goes to the places that my generation are being told not to go, and asks the questions that we are told not to discuss. From friendship to dating to marriage, Brett gives a Biblical and well thought-out point of view that is worth listening to.

~Luke LaRocque

Often teeneagers are told that they are too young to date, or that they are not ready but that is a  very vague and detail-lacking explanation. Speaker Brett Ullman's talk about dating opens up many closed topics.  He breaks it down for teenagers to understand, to really look deep into what dating actually is and to understand what lies behind the term dating... This is not just another talk, I found this talk very valuable and a changing point in my Christian life especially going through the age where the whole idea of dating surrounds you.

~Joseph Guirguis

In a day and age where dating and relationships are handled so carelessly by people of every age, I think it's important for us to understand the reality beyond the guy-girl 'games' that we play.  I found Brett's talk to be helpful in that he speaks about the topic from many different angles in order to emphasize that relationships are something that we need to take seriously.

~Alyssa Daichendt