The Flourish Podcast

The final episode of series 1 of the Flourish Podcast is live!In series 1 we have been exploring the Flourish model as we have considered the why, the how and the what of healthy and safe children’s and youth ministry. In this final episode of series 1 we will unpack a little of the what as Ali reflects on his ‘Eatwell Plate’ model to help us consider how we can shape a balanced and healthy programme.We’ll also introduce a brand new resource that will be live VERY SOON - so keep an eye on this space!And if you have enjoyed listening along - get in touch! We’d love to hear your thoughts and reflections., along with suggestions for future episodes! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wonderfulmelisa.substack.com

Bit of an error from me in this episode! I reference 2 Dan's - Dan Hughes and Dan Siegel - but I call them both Dan Siegel!! Ooooppps! Just in case you are wanting to look them up and find out more - Dan Hughes created PACE, Dan Siegel created the strategy 'Name it to Tame it'. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wonderfulmelisa.substack.com

This is the half way point in the first series of the Flourish Podcast. In this episode, we will be unpacking the importance of knowing your why - as we consider all things ‘values’. We’ll explore what values are, how we can identify the values we hold and the role values can play when things don’t quite feel right! And we’ll also be chatting a little about a brand new resource which will be available very soon to help individuals and teams explore their why and how!And if you’re finding these podcasts helpful - please remember to pass it on! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wonderfulmelisa.substack.com

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wonderfulmelisa.substack.com

The launch of the Flourish Podcast! In this season, we will be exploring the Flourish model as we reflect on the why, the how and the what of children’s and youth ministry. Today, we’ll be kicking things off by getting to know each other as Ali and Lisa share a little of their story so far. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wonderfulmelisa.substack.com

Very excited to be launching a brand new podcast in January 2026. Ali and I will be talking all things youth and children’s ministry with a sprinkle of banter and a little insight into life in the Campbell house!The first series will be exploring the Flourish model as we unpack the why, the how and the what of children’s and youth ministry. But just to give you a little taster - here’s one we prepared earlier as we reflect together on the recent BBC series of Freddie Flintoff’s Field of Dreams.The podcast will be available to listen or watch wherever you usually go for all podcasty things!! But for now, here is a taste of what is to come! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit wonderfulmelisa.substack.com