Karl Bastian's Podcast (Formerly Kidmin Talk)
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Formerly known as "Kidmin Talk" - The Karl Bastian Podcast is the podcast of Pastor Karl Bastian, aka the "Kidologist," creator of Kidology.org, KarlBastian.club and PastorKarl.com for kids.
All of Karl's info is available at KarlBastian.info
Karl is a full time children's pastor in Colorado. He founded Kidology in 1994 pioneering the Internet for children's ministry before Google, YouTube and Yahoo even existed. Visit Kidology.org for thousands of helpful resources, curriculum, recruiting tools, training and much more.
Questions, comments, feedback or sponsorship inquiries can be sent to [email protected].
NOTE: There is an older "Kidmin Talk" from 2008 that goes through episode 141 that Apple refuses to delete due to obsolete tools - THIS is the one you need to be subscribed to. Thanks for your support.
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The First Thing Kids Pastors Should Do… But Most Skip - Karl Bastian Podcast #228
What should a kids pastor do first?Most leaders jump straight into programs, curriculum, events, volunteer recruiting, and problem solving. But before you decide what your ministry does, you need to…
Ministry is an Epic Quest - Karl Bastian Podcast #227
Why do we love the Epic Stories in books and films? Because deep down, we long to go on a quest - with a band of friends, secret map or guide in hand, learn from a wise old mentor and battle an enemy…
Don't Teach Empty Handed! - Karl Bastian Podcast #226
Karl Bastian Podcast #226 – Don't Teach Empty Handed!In this EGGciting episode, Karl gives a glimpse into his massive object lesson collection, tells about the EGGbert lesson he did the day before,…
Be More Like Kids! - Karl Bastian Podcast #225
VIDEO VERSION ON YOUTUBEWhat if the biggest barrier to reaching kids… is that we’re not speaking their language?In Episode 225, Be More Like Kids!, Karl shares a powerful perspective shift:…
Just STOP It! - Karl Bastian Podcast #224
Ministry leaders are passionate people—but sometimes that passion pushes us into habits that quietly drain our joy, energy, and effectiveness.In this episode, Karl shares three things children’s…
Be a Collector of Wisdom with Guest Barney Kinard - Karl Bastian Podcast #223
What if one of the most valuable habits a leader could develop is simply becoming a collector of wisdom?In this episode, Karl welcomes longtime friend and ministry partner Barney Kinard for a fun and…
Making Sunday the BEST DAY of a Kid's Week - Karl Bastian Podcast 222
Karl Bastian Podcast #222 – Making Sunday the BEST DAY of a Kid's Week (with Micah Gilbert)What does it really take to make Sunday the BEST day of a kid’s week?In this episode, Karl sits down with…
Kids WANT Fun, but NEED Love - Karl Bastian Podcast 221
Kids want fun. That’s obvious. But what they need is love. In this episode, Karl unpacks Kidology Theorem #02 and challenges children’s ministry leaders to deliver fun with purpose—and love without…
It's About the Gospel - Karl Bastian Podcast 220
In this episode, Karl unpacks Kidology Theorem #1: It’s About the Gospel. Using a Child Evangelism Fellowship brochure from the early 1970s as a springboard, he walks through the powerful description…
Kidmin Talk #219 - Kidmin Covenant #12 - What Success in Ministry Really Looks Like
What does success in children’s ministry actually look like?Packed rooms? Growing numbers? Social media applause?In this final episode of the 12-part Kidmin Covenant series, we land on Commitment…
Kidmin Talk #218 - Kidmin Covenant #11 - Rest is Best!
In this reflective and encouraging episode of Kidmin Talk, Karl unpacks Kidmin Covenant #11: Rest Is Best—a countercultural reminder that rest is not a reward for finishing ministry work, but a…
Kidmin Talk #217 - Kidmin Covenant #10 - Pass on the Praise!
In this episode of Kidmin Talk, Karl dives into Kidmin Covenant #10: I will pass on any praise I receive to those who helped, inspired, guided, orassisted—and ultimately to JesusWith transparency,…
Kidmin Talk #216 - Kidmin Covenant #9 - For the LORD! And Mercy from a Super Soaker!
In this energetic and scripture-packed episode of Kidmin Talk, Karl dives into Kidmin Covenant #9: Do It All for the Lord—a joyful reminder from Colossians 3:23 that everything we do in ministry,…
Kidmin Talk #215 - Kidmin Covenant #8 - UNOFFENDABLE!
Kidmin Talk #215 - UNOFFENDABLE!In this heart-stretching episode of Kidmin Talk, Karl unpacks Kidmin Covenant #8: Be Unoffendable—a reminder that ministry is full of opportunities to take offense,…
Kidmin Talk #214 - Kidmin Covenant #7 - Be F.A.T. - Faithful, Available and TEACHABLE
In this episode of Kidmin Talk, Karl dives into Kidmin Covenant #7: A Commitment to Character—a timely reminder that who you are behind the scenes matters just as much as what you do in front of a…
Kidmin Talk #213 - Kidmin Covenant #6 - Quick to Listen... Slow to Speak
In this episode of Kidmin Talk, Karl explores Kidmin Covenant #6: Character Counts, a convicting call for ministry leaders to lead with integrity, humility, and emotional maturity.Anchored in James…
Kidmin Talk #212 - Kidmin Covenant #5 - Bible First, Bible Always
In this scripture-centered and passion-fueled episode, Pastor Karl unpacks Kidmin Covenant #5: Use the Bible—a timely challenge for every children’s ministry leader to keep God’s Word front and…
Kidmin Talk #211 - Kidmin Covenant #4 - Prioritizing People Over Programs
In this scripture-packed and heart-led episode, Karl dives into Kidmin Covenant #4: A Relational Priority—a powerful reminder that in the whirlwind of ministry, people must always come before…
Kidmin Talk #210: Kidmin Covenant #3 - Setting a God Ordained Agenda
In Kidmin Talk #210, Karl unpacks Kidmin Covenant #3: A God-Focused Direction, encouraging leaders to begin each day with spiritual alignment—inviting God to lead their steps, not just bless their…
Kidmin Talk #209: Kidmin Covenant #2 - Wake, Read, Lead – Starting with The Book
Kidmin Talk #209: Kidmin Covenant #2 - Wake, Read, Lead – Starting with The BookIn Part 2 of the Kidmin Covenant series, Pastor Karl unpacks the vital role of God’s Word as the foundation of a…
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Karl Bastian's Podcast (Formerly Kidmin Talk) has published 160 episodes since September 2013, covering topics in Christianity, Education.
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