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Talking Youth Ministry - A Youthscape Podcast

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Join Martin, Lucy and Rachel for a weekly dive into all things youth ministry. Inspiring, fun and plenty of practical advice.

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Latest Episodes

Over the summer we’re doing things a little bit differently: shorter episodes, and the agenda set by you! Join Rachel, Lucy and Martin as they tackle your burning questions. Subjects this week include concerns and advice around how we help young peop... more

Over the summer we’re doing things a little bit differently: shorter episodes, and the agenda set by you! Join Rachel, Lucy and Martin as they tackle your burning questions. Subjects this week include keeping young people focussed in church, and how ... more

The team explore how a recent focus on toxic masculinity and issues facing young men might have caused us to take our eyes off what’s happening for teenage girls. They also discuss the tricky issue of a youth group that never wants to move beyond the... more

Lucy, Rachel and Martin tackle a listener question about using the Bible with a mixed age group, an Ask Us Anything on youth ministry regrets, and news of a major injection of funding into statutory youth services. Plus in our new ‘Rachel’s Rambles’ ... more

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Recent Guests

Christina Bailey
Leader in youth ministry, introduced as taking on a top leadership role
Australia-based youth ministry leadership
Episode: Nerf and Nuggets
Jenny Hammill
Scripture Union Scotland's Creative Director
Scripture Union Scotland
Episode: Big Top, Wee Top, Kubb
Lucy Ray
Guest joining mid-episode, discussed as part of the show's engagement with youth ministry themes
Episode: NEET and Slidey
Jeronne Rudder
Pastor, Assemblies of God; trustee at Youthscape
Assemblies of God / Youthscape
Episode: Lecture Notes
Shane Claiborne
Author and activist focused on Christian justice
Author and activist
Episode: Easter Break Pt 1: Shane Claiborne
Bekah Legg
Founder/opperator of Restored, expert on domestic abuse in church and youth ministry
Restored
Episode: Warning Signs
David Howell
Youth Ministry legend with over 58 years of experience in the field.
Episode: Safe as Houses?
Chris Curtis
CEO of Youthscape
Youthscape
Episode: Troubling Parents
Laura Haddow
Mental health worker with Youthscape
Youthscape
Episode: A Good Childhood?

Hosts

Martin Saunders
Host of Talking Youth Ministry, often guiding discussion and providing leadership insight.
Rachel Gardner
Co-host who steers conversation and coordinates events and activities.
Lucy Ray
Co-host and facilitator known for engaging with guests and listeners.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 147 ratings
  • Fantastic Podcast

    I listen to the podcast as soon as it comes out every week. The content is always relevant to my work as a volunteer youth team leader in a church setting and the team provide practical advice in an engaging and humorous manner. A must-listen for all church youth workers!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    allchinnoneck
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Not to be missed

    Great weekly insights into youth ministry. For both full time and volunteer youth workers, the team are not afraid to discuss the latest issues and how they might impact young people. An easy way to stay informed and inspired.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bruce of the Grove
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Fun, Practical & thought provoking conversations!

    I listen to this on the cycle into work on Fridays and they offer a fun tone as well as offering really practical, and thought provoking topics! (P.S. Recording engineer Charles, needs to be given a sound box every episode!)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    samwise_clarkee
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • A Youth Leader’s Must Listen

    Great discussions, up to date topics, with practical application for anyone serving the young people in their church and communities. It’s sometimes funny too (usually accidentally!)…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fatherandysmith
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Great content!

    The go-to podcast for youth ministry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hegjez
    United Kingdoma year ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners describe the show as practical and relatable for youth workers, with a friendly tone and a strong emphasis on actionable ideas.
The discussions are timely, covering current issues in youth ministry while remaining compassionate and supportive for volunteers and staff.
Guests are diverse and bring real-world perspectives that help attendees stay inspired and informed in their roles.

Talking Points

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Big Top, Wee Top, Kubb
Q: Can you tell us about your youth ministry journey and what you do at Scripture Union Scotland?
Jenny describes her path from children and families work to regional ministry, and eventually becoming Creative Director responsible for events, marketing, and digital resources, with a focus on equipping volunteers and strategically growing ministry.
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Q: Emily asks how to disciple young people if you feel you've forgotten how.
The hosts encourage investing in personal discipleship, being honest about struggles, and letting young people see your walk with Jesus; start from your own relationship and invite questions, rather than pretending perfection.
Warning Signs
Q: What practical resources or steps should churches implement first?
Bekah points to Restored's Active Bystander Workshops and ongoing resources, emphasizes identifying school or pastoral leads to partner with, and recommends integrating safety language into regular youth work and sermon prep.
Warning Signs
Q: Where do we start then, Bekah?
Bekah suggests beginning with healthy relationships education, building language and frameworks for recognizing unsafe situations, and creating safe spaces for honest conversations in youth groups and churches.
Coast Busters
Q: How do you suggest we speak positively to young people in coastal towns?
We should focus on the good in young people rather than negativity and be aware of the underlying issues affecting their behavior.

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This show centers on practical, real-world youth ministry guidance delivered with warmth and humor. Episodes routinely cover leadership development, volunteer management, family and intergenerational engagement, safe and inclusive spaces, and timely issues affecting young people in faith-based contexts. Guests span faith leaders, educators, and advocates who bring concrete strategies, resources, and cultural insights for ministers, volunteers, and parents. The format blends actionable tips with candid storytelling, making it useful for both full-time youth workers and volunteers seeking fresh ideas and community accountability.

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Recent guests on Talking Youth Ministry include:

1. Christina Bailey
2. Jenny Hammill
3. Lucy Ray
4. Jeronne Rudder
5. Shane Claiborne
6. Bekah Legg
7. David Howell
8. Chris Curtis

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