Episodes
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23: Creative Programming w/CIY's Caleb Deroin
CIY’s Caleb Deroin breaks down creative programming and steps he takes when planning a CIY event. Check out CIY’s Digital Camp Experience https://new.ciy.com/at SPONSORS CHRIST IN YOUTH – ciy.com GIVE CENTRAL - https://www.givecentral.org DYM PODCAST NETWORK -...
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22: 5 Thoughts on COVID
Sam breaks down 5 things you should be thinking on during this weird and stressful time. SPONSORS GIVE CENTRAL - https://www.givecentral.org DYM PODCAST NETWORK - https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/ Train Your Volunteers with DYM University - https://www.dymuniversity.com FOLLOW US…
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21: JOSH GRIFFIN innovating in your context
21: JOSH GRIFFIN innovating in your context Part 1 of our Season 2 Launch. Josh Griffin breaks down innovative ideas for your context and a lady does yoga on a window SPONSORS Youth Works - www.youthworks.com GIVE CENTRAL - https://www.givecentral.org DYM PODCAST NETWORK -...
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20: Zac Workun Live at YS
Part 2 of our Season 2 Launch. Zac breaks down spiritual innovation for leadership and we also come up with terrible invention ideas. SPONSORS Youth Works - www.youthworks.com GIVE CENTRAL - https://www.givecentral.org DYM PODCAST NETWORK - https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/ Train Your...
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19: ALLISON WILLIAMS Ministry on a Budget
Part 1 of our Season 2 Launch. We get to hear the amazing voice of our good friend Allison which is worth the listen on it’s own. SPONSORS Youth Works - www.youthworks.com GIVE CENTRAL - https://www.givecentral.org DYM PODCAST NETWORK - https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/ Train Your...
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18: Speaking From Stage
Sam and Anthony breakdown a ton of tips and tricks for improving your speaking chops. Product Placement Improving Your Stage Presence DYM Leader Library https://bit.ly/2OLrhWo SPONSORS GIVE CENTRAL - https://www.givecentral.org DYM PODCAST NETWORK - https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/…
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17: Small Groups That Win
Sam and Anthony breakdown over 15 small group hacks to make small groups win. COME SEE US LIVE YM LAB LIVE @NYWC2019 https://bit.ly/2BJpDP1 SPONSORS GIVE CENTRAL - https://www.givecentral.org DYM PODCAST NETWORK - https://podcast.downloadyouthministry.com/ Train Your Volunteers with DYM…
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16: Announcement Videos w/Jeremy Poland
16: Announcement Videos w/Jeremy Poland Sam and Anthony read some awkward youth worker stories and Sam is joined by Jeremy Poland to break down how to make announcement videos worth watching. PRODUCT PLACEMENT Improv Announcements - https://bit.ly/36UMrcH COME SEE US LIVE YM LAB LIVE @NYWC2019...
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15: Creativity & Innovation
Sam is alone in the lab so he breaks down how to be more creative and innovative. PRODUCT PLACEMENT Lumberjack Night https://bit.ly/31SO8Ui COME SEE US LIVE YM LAB LIVE @NYWC2019 https://bit.ly/2BJpDP1 SPONSORS GIVE CENTRAL - https://www.givecentral.org DYM PODCAST NETWORK -...
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14: Tik Tok Church
Sam is joined by Grayson Bearden, a Tik Tok expert, in the lab where we break down how to do Tik Tok as a church and why you should start doing it with your youth group today. CHECK OUT GRAYSON HERE ON TIK TOK https://bit.ly/2N0Esld PRODUCT PLACEMENT Sculptionary Halloween Edition...
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13: Mental Health & Youth Workers
Anthony & Sam break down the stigma of youth workers with mental health. We talk through burnout, professional counseling, practical steps to starting a journey of health, and Sam opens up about what led him to a diagnosis of depression. PRODUCT PLACEMENT Download Youth Ministry University 201...
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12: How to Land the Job and Stick with Slingshot
Anthony and Sam are joined by David Miller from Slingshot Group and we get to breakdown what churches are looking for in a new hire and what you need to do the first 90 days of a new church. Slingshot Group: https://bit.ly/2Iod1Al PRODUCT PLACEMENT Time To Transition by Allison Williams...
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11: Making Magical Moments
Anthony and Sam are joined by David Wood as we break down how to make truly magical moments in your programming. Book David by following this link: https://bit.ly/2ndnesb PRODUCT PLACEMENT Magical Countdowns by David https://bit.ly/2o02B2s SPONSORS BRIGHT COAL CREATIVE- https://brightcoal.com…
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10: Physics of the Flip
Anthony & Sam are joined by Frank Gil and Justin Knowles as we break down how to turn an adult space into a youth space effectively. If you have to make a different space yours every week or work at a church plant, this one is for you. PRODUCT PLACEMENT Justin’s Favorite Things - a bundle found…
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9: We’re Back!
Anthony & Sam have come back from their cryogenic chamber and are pumped for season 1.5 of YMLab. Get ready as we break down some awesome events, spill some tea, and talk about our summers. SPONSORS BRIGHT COAL CREATIVE- https://brightcoal.com GIVE CENTRAL - https://www.givecentral.org DYM…
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8: Evangelism for Dummies w/Greg Stier
In this episode we Greg Stier comes in the lab to teach us how to create a culture of evangelism and he also lays the arm wrestling smack down on another podcaster. We talk about 8-Bit worship and then we get Nsync. PRODUCT PLACEMENT 8 Bit Worship - https://bit.ly/2QbOrpj RESOURCES TALK ABOUT...
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7: The Science of Summer Camp Sign Ups
In this episode we hang out in the Lab with Frank Gil from Fifteen Minutes With Frank and learn from his summer camp sign up hack and we break down how we’ve added to his formula. PRODUCT PLACEMENT Suns Out Buns Out - https://bit.ly/2JcvMZx YS TICKET GIVEAWAY Contest Details -...
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6: Easter Autopsy
In this episode we bring back a youth worker from the dead/Easter hangover, we talk through a tool that is a must have, and we break down what went right and what went wrong this Easter PRODUCT PLACEMENT Train Your Volunteers with DYM University - https://www.dymuniversity.com YS TICKET GIVEAWAY...
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5: The Origin of Skit Guys!
In this episode we reveal an awesome contest, talk about some killer comedy videos, and we learn and laugh with the Skit Guys. PRODUCT PLACEMENT Skit Guys’ Videos: - https://skitguys.com YS TICKET GIVEAWAY Contest Details - https://ymlab.carrd.co SPONSORS BRIGHT COAL CREATIVE-...
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4: How to Take Off With A Landing w/ Ramon Quintero
In this episode we clone Frank, try out the Kawhi Laugh Challenge, talk about a game dropping next week, and we learn about a huge communication tool that will be a gamechanger for you. Check out Ramon’s Graphic Designs https://www.instagram.com/wknd_designs/ Check out the landing page platform…
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3: Using Youtube in Youth Ministry
In this episode Sam breaks down how he’s leveraging youtube with his high school ministry, we review a sermon series you should probably buy, and we play a game called “Tongue Testers” and you can play it too! DYM RESOURCE SPOTLIGHT Kingdom Worker Series - https://bit.ly/2WXKFCa SPONSORS BRIGHT...
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2: Creating a Big Bang w/Branding
In this episode we break down what “branding” truly is with Josh Whiting from Bright Coal creative, Sam serenades Anthony with meows, and Anthony sneaks fart noises into the episode within the first 5 secs. That last one may not be ground breaking... DYM RESOURCE SPOTLIGHT Jason Pearson’s DIY…
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1: Games & an Element of FUN
In this episode we break down our current favorite DYM resources, Sam talks about how one kid made him throw up, and Anthony drops some knowledge bombs on how to make your games more memorable. DYM RESOURCE SPOTLIGHT 17 Game Bundle...
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Welcome to the Lab
Welcome to Youth Ministry Lab. A podcast dedicated to exploring new ideas and pioneering where no one else is going. In this episode we introduce you to Anthony and Sam, and Sam explains why and how DYM Create transformed into YM Lab. For more resources by Anthony Taylor...
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Archive: It Starts With an Idea
In this episode Sam breaks down how to turn good ideas into great ideas. Books talked about in this episode: Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert The Idea Book by Fredrik Haren For more resources by Sam Pettersen Click Here SPONSORS GIVE CENTRAL RETHINK GROUP AKA ORANGE DYM PODCAST NETWORK
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Archive: Creative “At The Movies” Ideas
Sam breaks down how to effectively pull off an “At the Movies” series. He talks through creative elements, stage design, promotion, and how to build the message content effectively. Resources used in this episode: Video Downloader Life.Church At The Movies Graphic Kit For more resources by Sam...
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Archive: Our Best Event Could Have Been the Worst!
In this episode Sam talks about his best event this year and what could have been his worst but somehow it pulled a 180 through intentional planning. Resources used in this episode: Side Kick App Fortnite Dance Party Intro Instahack For more resources by Sam Pettersen Click Here SPONSORS GIVE...
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Archive: Creativity is NOT a Personality Type
In this episode we get more creative by breaking down the myth “creativity is a personality type” and we replace the word create with worship. Because all creatives are really worshipping. For more resources by Sam Pettersen Click Here SPONSORS GIVE CENTRAL RETHINK GROUP AKA ORANGE DYM PODCAST...
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Archive: 5 Shows To Binge Watch To Get More Creative
In this episode we get creative by binge watching TV. It’s tough I know. For more resources by Sam Pettersen Click Here SPONSORS GIVE CENTRAL RETHINK GROUP AKA ORANGE DYM PODCAST NETWORK
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Archive: Jamey Dickens on Speaking Onstage
Ep. 017 Jamey Dickens on Speaking Onstage In this episode, Jamey gives us some awesome tips to speaking onstage to students. We talk about the importance of an intro, what a successful talk looks like, and other awesome stuff. To Learn more about Speaking To Students visit: Speaking To Students…
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Archive: Stuart Hall on Unleashing the Next Generation
In this episode, Stuart Hall gives us insight on what leadership could look like in the next generation, how we can equip them to use their influence, and he breaks down his latest project: INFLUNSR To Learn more about INFLUNSR and how you can unleash the next generation visit…
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Archive: Instagram Updates & Other Good Stuff
In this episode, Sam breaks down some game changing updates in Instagram and some other creative uses with Instagram. Here’s the Instagram Story Icon graphic resource Sam mentioned: https://www.downloadyouthministry.com/shop/videos-media For more resources by Sam Pettersen Click Here SPONSORS…
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Archive: How to Be Creative
Ep. 014 HOW TO BE CREATIVE In this episode, Sam explores 4 practical steps that demystify creativity and make it possible for anybody to be creative. For more resources by Sam Pettersen Click Here SPONSORS GIVE CENTRAL RETHINK GROUP AKA ORANGE DYM PODCAST NETWORK
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Archive: Using Snapchat Creatively
Ep. 013 USING SNAPCHAT CREATIVELY In this episode Sam breaks down what snapchat is for, security measures he uses for it, how you can use it in your service, and the power of snapchat ads/geofilters. For more resources by Sam Pettersen Click Here SPONSORS STUDENT LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE GIVE…
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Archive: More Game Tips from Brilliant Minds
In this episode, 9 brilliant minds give us some gold nuggets of wisdom when it comes to running games! For more resources by Sam Pettersen Click Here SPONSORS STUDENT LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE GIVE CENTRAL RETHINK GROUP AKA ORANGE DYM PODCAST NETWORK
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Archive: Get the Most Out of Your Game Host
Ep. 011 GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR GAME HOST In this episode, Nick Clason joins me and we break down how to run games more creatively and how to train up Game Host that can save any game. Nick wrote this awesome blog on DYM that will give you 2 extra tips that we didn’t talk about! For more…
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Archive: How To Use Instagram Creatively
In this episode, I break down some creative uses of Instagram. We talk about creating content grids, using carousel posts, why ephemeral stories are more effective than posts, and some amazing features in the Story function that will get your students engaged. LISTENER PERKS! If you plan on…
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Archive: Reading the Bible More Creatively with Jon Collins from “The Bible Project”
In this episode Sam Pettersen and Jon Collins explore how “The Bible Project” came to be as well as how to read the bible more creatively. Jonathan Collins’ Bio Jon was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest and is proud to call Portland home. He has been married for 11 years and has two boys....
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Archive: Creating Testimony Videos
In this episode Sam Pettersen breaks down his process for telling people’s stories and setting up effective testimony shoots. LISTENER PERKS! If you plan on taking students to the Student Leadership Conference July 9-11, we want to thank you for being out listener by giving you $20 off your...
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Archive: Creating Curriculum
Ep. 007 Show Notes // Creating Curriculum with Andrew Larsen and Timothy Miller In this episode Sam Pettersen breaks down his process for creating curriculum and then we bring Andrew Larsen and Timothy Miller from “The Morning After Ministry Show” to talk about how they collaborate and create...
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Archive: Middle School Curriculum Strategies
In this episode Sam Pettersen and Ashley Bohinc break down why a middle school strategy needs to happen and all the complexities that come along with middle school brain development. ASHLEY BOHINC’S BIO Ashley Bohinc serves as the Director of Middle School Strategy at Orange, is the co-host of…
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Archive: 8th Grade Transition
In this episode Sam Pettersen and Justin Herman talk about how to create an 8th Grade Transition event where students feel valued and parents are given direction. JUSTIN HERMAN’S BIO Justin Herman is the Junior High Pastor at Mariners Church in Irvine, Ca. Growing up with a single mom who put...
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Archive: How to Make Killer Videos
In this episode Sam Pettersen and Jill Meade talk about creating videos content and how to get started as an amateur. JILL MEADE’S BIO Jillian Meade grew up in the church television production world. Out of college she worked for a CBS affiliate in Kansas but "retired" from that world after…
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Archive: Myths Of Creativity: Creativity Is Original
In this episode Sam Pettersen busts the Creative Myth that creatives have to be original. Today we talk about how the most creative people are good at stealing great ideas and making them work in the best way possible. Sam then walks you through his crazy sunday and all the ideas that came...
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Archive: Crash Course in Social Media w/Jeremy Poland
In this episode Jeremy Poland, Creative Director of 4640 Students, gives us a crash course into Social Media and we talk about 9 creative ways to be better at reaching students. Jeremy's Crash Course oFollow Your Student's on Social Media oLike their stuff and comment oMake "Snapcode Posters" to...
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Archive: 3 Philosophies for Stage Design w/Jonathan Malm
In this episode Jonathan Malm, creator of churchstagedesignideas.com, unpacks 3 philosophies for stage design and how every youth pastor can get started today. JONATHAN'S RESOURCES Click here to find his personal website at http://www.jonathanmalm.com Click here to find him on Instagram...
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Archive: Introducing DYM Create
Meet Sam Petterson, DYM Author, games and creative extraordinaire. The host of the DYM Create podcast.
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