Best Matt Markin Podcasts (2024)

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078 | Forming Faith (Part 2) [with Matt Markins] 37:38

7d ago37:38

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Description: In Part 2 of the Forming Faith series, Hunter and Sam speak with Awana Presiedent and CEO, Matt Markins, on the context of faith formation, its systems, and practical next steps. Resources: Forming Faith: Discipling the Next Generation in a Post-Christian Culture Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggestions for the show, p…

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079 | What Bible Should I Get for My Kids? 20:41

8h ago20:41

20:41

Description: In this episode, Sam and Hunter discuss kids Bibles, and which ones they suggest for different ages. Resources: Lift the Flap Bible The Beginner's Gospel Story Bible The Big Picture Story Bible Jesus Storybook Bible Gospel Story Bible The Biggest Story Bible Storybook The Action Bible The Adventure Bible The Explorer Bible Connect With…

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Ep. 92 - Learn More About the Psychology Graduate Programs 23:18

8d ago23:18

23:18

In Episode 92 of the CSUSB Advising Podcast, Matt Markin chats with Dr. Ken Shultz, department chair of Psychology! Dr. Shultz discusses graduate programs within Psychology, including the M.A. in Psychological Science, M.S. in Industrial/Organizational, and M.S. in Clinical/Counseling. Learn about the differences between these programs, the admissi…

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Empowering Students to Cultivate Financial Literacy Skills - Adventures in Advising 38:06

8d ago38:06

38:06

How much do you know about helping students with financial literacy? Join Dr. Kristen Stutz, director of the Student Assistance in Learning Program and Oscar Flores Gonzalez, peer financial coach at California State University-San Bernardino as they discuss helping college students understand what financial literacy is, how to develop stronger fina…

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077 | Forming Faith (Part 1) 27:34

17d ago27:34

27:34

Description: In this episode, Hunter interviews Sam Luce about his upcoming book and the comparison he makes between Mr. Rogers and Walt Disney's approaches to forming kids. Resources: Forming Faith: Discipling the Next Generation in a Post-Christian Culture Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggestions for the show, please email team@c…

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Ep. 91 - What is Coyote Day One Textbook Access? 10:54

21d ago10:54

10:54

This fall 2024 semester, CSUSB is piloting the Coyote Day One Textbook Access program! The program is "digital first," meaning that each student will be provided all their textbooks and other instructional materials in digital format unless they are not available or unless the instructor of that class section requests hard copy materials. What are …

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076 | Three Aspects of a Healthy Ministry 23:54

24d ago23:54

23:54

Description: In this episode, Sam and Hunter discuss the three aspects of a healthy ministry. Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggestions for the show, please email team@crossformedkids.com Cross Formed Kids This podcast is brought to you by Cross Formed Kids! Get a custom quote to bring Cross Formed Kids curriculum to your kidmin. UR…

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075 | Stations & Rotations: The Cheat Code for Kidmin 25:35

28d ago25:35

25:35

Description: In this episode, the guys discuss the benefits of the stations and rotations model, and how it can be implemented in any church, no matter the space or time constraints. Resources: Comparing Children's Ministry Models (Part 1) Comparing Children's Ministry Models (Part 2) Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggestions for th…

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074 | Case Study: When to Quit 23:10

1M ago23:10

23:10

Description: In this episode, Ryan interviews Hunter on his recent decision to leave Awana and become a children's pastor at a local church. Resources: When To Leave (And When To Stay) Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggestions for the show, please email team@crossformedkids.com Cross Formed Kids This podcast is brought to you by Cro…

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After Orientation...What's Next? (Transfer Student Edition) 35:46

1M ago35:46

35:46

Are you an incoming transfer student to CSUSB? If so, this episode is made specifically for you! You attended your new student transfer orientation, but do you remember everything? Do you know what happens next? Do you know the upcoming important dates? Do you want tips for success? Well, this episode helps prepare you for starting at CSUSB! Join s…

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073 | When to Quit (And When to Stay) 23:06

1M ago23:06

23:06

Description: In this episode, Sam and Ryan discuss the challenge of deciding when to continue or leave a ministry position. Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggestions for the show, please email team@crossformedkids.com Cross Formed Kids This podcast is brought to you by Cross Formed Kids! Get a custom quote to bring Cross Formed Kids…

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072 | Children's Ministry on a Small Budget 22:30

2M ago22:30

22:30

Description: In this episode, Sam and Hunter offer advice on running a children's ministry with a low (or non-existent) budget. Resources: Flying in the SKY of Context Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggestions for the show, please email team@crossformedkids.com Cross Formed Kids This podcast is brought to you by Cross Formed Kids! G…

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A Sustained Impact in Higher Education - Adventures in Advising 43:27

2M ago43:27

43:27

Karen Lewis, assistant director of the English Undergraduate Studies Office at the University of Maryland College Park, discusses serving as an administrator and advising students. She addresses the dynamics of advising different student populations, and how NACADA leadership prepared her for her leadership role on campus. The guest host is Chris K…

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BONUS New Series: Making Time - Chapter 1 13:35

2M ago13:35

13:35

Promo: Making Time You have the same 24 hours in your day as the most accomplished people in the world. So why doesn't it feel that way? Follow along on this special 6 episode series as we take a look at how to make more time. By following biblical principles and taking a look at what you really want, Making Time shares the secret to having all the…

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071 | Flying in the SKY of Context 29:27

2M ago29:27

29:27

Description: In this episode, the guys help churches fly in the SKY of context by discussing what leaders need to consider to serve their community well. Resources: Working Genius Predictable Success Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggestions for the show, please email team@crossformedkids.com Cross Formed Kids This podcast is brough…

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Ep. 89 - What Does ASI Do For You? 28:21

2M ago28:21

28:21

Yotes! Did you know part of your student fees goes to Associated Students, Incorporated (ASI)? Do you know what ASI does with your fees? Do you know the services offered by ASI? Do you know how to become more involved on campus through ASI? Find out here with our special guest, Carson Fajardo, student and your ASI President! Check out the CSUSB ASI…

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070 | Standing on the SHORE of Volunteer Retention 30:35

2M ago30:35

30:35

Description: In this episode, Sam and Hunter help you stand on the SHORE of retention by discussing what volunteers need to stick around for the long haul. Resources: How to LAND Volunteers Swimming in the WAATR of Delegation How to Effectively Train Children's Ministry Volunteers Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggestions for the sh…

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Navigating the Changing Academic Landscape - Adventures in Advising 1:56:59

2M ago1:56:59

1:56:59

Join us in celebrating 100 episodes of the Adventures in Advising podcast with special guests: 00:10 - Charlie Nutt, NACADA Executive Office (retired) 09:00 - Melinda Anderson, Achieving the Dream 44:40 - Josephine Gabi, Manchester Metropolitan University and Ann Bingham, University of Southampton 01:11:25 - Jennifer V. Nguyen and Cheri Souza, Stup…

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069 | Inconsistent Families 27:29

2M ago27:29

27:29

Description: In this episode, the guys discuss how one's perspective on the church and structure of ministry can aid in ministering to families who attend inconsistently. Resources: Developing a Children's Ministry Discipleship Strategy Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggestions for the show, please email team@crossformedkids.com Cro…

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After Orientation...What's Next? (First Year Student Edition) 33:45

2M ago33:45

33:45

Are you a new first year student at CSUSB? If so, this episode is made specifically for you! You attended your orientation, but do you remember everything? Do you know what happens next? Well, we have a special episode to help prepare you for your first semester at CSUSB! Join Megan Huston from Orientation and First Year Experience, as well as Brit…

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After Orientation...What's Next? (Parent & Family Edition) 38:46

2M ago38:46

38:46

With our incoming first year CSUSB Yotes attending new student orientation, do you as a parent or family member know what your student should have learned or what happens next? Join academic advisor Matt Markin as he chats with the experts, Maria Domingo from Orientation and First Year Experience and Ellie Gault from the ASUA Academic Advising Offi…

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068 | Reaching New Families 37:36

3M ago37:36

37:36

Description: In this episode, the guys discuss different approaches to outreach and give examples of ways they've connected with new families in their ministries. Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggestions for the show, please email team@crossformedkids.com Cross Formed Kids This podcast is brought to you by Cross Formed Kids! Get a …

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067 | All Things Camp 32:04

3M ago32:04

32:04

Description: In this episode, Sam and Ryan discuss all things camp. They share what to look for in a camp, pros and cons, and more. Resources Lifeway Summer Camps Lake Forest Ranch Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggestions for the show, please email team@crossformedkids.com Cross Formed Kids This podcast is brought to you by Cross F…

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Going Beyond the Confines of Traditional Advising Roles - Adventures in Advising 42:54

3M ago42:54

42:54

In episode 99, we chat with Tashauna Stewart, academic advisor in the Lee Business School at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Tashauna discusses going beyond the confines of traditional advising roles, developing and co-coordinating advisor professional development opportunities through micro-externships, and supporting students through tragedy…

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066 | Developing a Children's Ministry Discipleship Strategy 30:05

3M ago30:05

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Description: In this episode, Sam and Hunter provide a framework and tips for developing a discipleship strategy for your children's ministry. Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggestions for the show, please email team@crossformedkids.com Cross Formed Kids This podcast is brought to you by Cross Formed Kids! Get a custom quote to brin…

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065 | All Things VBS 31:48

3M ago31:48

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Description: In this episode, the guys discuss planning and promoting VBS. They also discuss hushpuppies - the food... not the shoes. Resources Swimming in the WAATR of Delegation Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggestions for the show, please email team@crossformedkids.com Cross Formed Kids This podcast is brought to you by Cross Fo…

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Cultivating Development through Mentorship - Adventures in Advising 50:10

3M ago50:10

50:10

In Ep. 98, Matt Markin chats with Raezheen Pascua, academic advisor and junior faculty specialist at University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and Dr. Michael Cersosimo, director of student success at Loyola Marymount University discuss cultivating learning through mentorship. Rae also discusses her additional responsibilities with scholarly contributions, as…

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Ep. 86 - What are the Geography and Environmental Studies majors? 22:46

3M ago22:46

22:46

In Episode 86 of the CSUSB Advising Podcast, Matt Markin chats with Dr. Yolonda Youngs, associate professor within the Department of Geography and Environmental Studies! Dr. Youngs discusses both the Bachelor of Arts in Geography and the Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies, career options, what students are learning in their classes, and more…

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064 | All Things Midweek 24:06

4M ago24:06

24:06

Description: What is midweek, and is it effective? In this episode, Hunter and Sam discuss the pros and cons of midweek ministry and how a church can decide whether or not it's right for them. Resources: Children's Ministry in a New Reality Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggestions for the show, please email team@crossformedkids.com…

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Ep. 85 - What is the Master of Arts in Mathematics? 36:51

4M ago36:51

36:51

In Episode 85 of the CSUSB Advising Podcast, Matt Markin chats with Dr. Corey Dunn, professor and graduate coordinator of the Master of Arts in Mathematics! Dr. Dunn discusses the the application process, graduate level coursework, potential career pathways, and more! Have questions about the MA in Math? Check out the Master of Arts in Mathematics …

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063 | All Things Preschool 23:24

4M ago23:24

23:24

Description: How do preschoolers learn? What's the best way to teach them? How should a preschool ministry be structured? In this episode, Hunter and Ryan get behind the mics to discuss all things preschool. Connect With Us! If you have any questions or suggestions for the show, please email team@crossformedkids.com Cross Formed Kids This podcast i…

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Self-Advocacy and Supporting our Differences - Adventures in Advising 44:44

4M ago44:44

44:44

In Ep. 97, Matt Markin chats with Leslie Bell, academic advisor and retention specialist at Rust College. Leslie discusses helping students understand the importance of networking and building a career portfolio. Additionally, Leslie addresses neurodivergence, misconceptions associated with it and tips for advisors working with students who are neu…

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Ep. 84 - What is the Kinesiology Health Promotion concentration? 13:10

4M ago13:10

13:10

In Episode 84 of the CSUSB Advising Podcast, Matt Markin chats with Dr. Nicole Dabbs, professor and department chair of Kinesiology about the new Health Promotion concentration within the Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology. Learn about what students are learning within Health Promotion, what types of career fields students can go into, resources av…

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062 | 10 Kidmin Leaders You Should Know [with Lori Buck] 30:43

4M ago30:43

30:43

Description: In this series, we interview 10 children's ministry leaders you need to know. In this episode, we interview Lori Buck. She is the Global Kid’s Ministry Director at Redeemer Church in Utica, New York and oversees production and creative development of storytelling, skits, and large events. Connect With Us! If you have any questions or s…

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061 | 10 Kidmin Leaders You Should Know [with Courtney Wilson] 30:28

4M ago30:28

30:28

Description: In this series, we interview 10 children's ministry leaders you need to know. In this episode, we interview Courtney Wilson. She is the KidsWorld Pastor for the St Charles/South Elgin Campus of Christ Community Church in St. Charles, IL. Courtney has been in children's ministry for over 20 years in churches of various sizes and is pass…

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Ep. 83 - What are the Criminal Justice and Intelligence & Crime Analysis majors? 14:40

4M ago14:40

14:40

In Episode 83 of the CSUSB Advising Podcast, Matt Markin is joined by fellow academic advisor, John Noriega to chat with Dr. Christine Famega, Professor and Interim Director of the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice at CSUSB! Dr. Famega discusses both the B.A. in Criminal Justice and the B.S. in Intelligence and Crime Analysis. What are the…

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A Shared Goal of Student Success - Adventures in Advising 44:40

4M ago44:40

44:40

In episode 96, Matt Markin chats with Joan Krush, assistant director for member engagement at the NACADA Executive Office. Joan discusses her past experience in admissions and advising, building positive relationships between primary role advisors and faculty, as well as the revamp of the Emerging Leaders Program and why you should apply as an emer…

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060 | 10 Kidmin Leaders You Should Know [with Josh Zello] 27:38

5M ago27:38

27:38

Description: In this series, we interview 10 children's ministry leaders you need to know. In this episode, we interview Josh Zello. He is the Director of Family Ministry at Redemption City Church in Baltimore, Maryland, and the creator of PreschoolPastor.com. Josh's mission is to glorify Jesus by equipping ministry leaders for gospel-centered serv…

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Ep. 82 - Is Education Abroad for Me? 16:24

5M ago16:24

16:24

In Episode 82 of the CSUSB Advising Podcast, Matt Markin chats with Ryan Griffith, Associate Dean of College of Extended and Global Education about Education Abroad (previously Study Abroad). Why should you consider to go abroad? What are the benefits? Is financial aid available? Learn more about the types of programs available to you at CSUSB! Che…

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059 | 10 Kidmin Leaders You Should Know [with Dale Hudson] 30:17

5M ago30:17

30:17

Description: In this series, we interview 10 children's ministry leaders you need to know. In this episode, we interview Dale Hudson. He is the Children's Pastor at Abundant Life Church in Lee's Summit, Missouri and the founder of Building Children's Ministry. Dale has over 34 years of experience in family and children's ministry. Resources: Buildi…

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Opening the Door to Publications - Adventures in Advising 46:36

5M ago46:36

46:36

In episode 95, Matt Markin chats with returning guest Ryan Braeger, assistant dean for advising and student development at Saint Michael’s College. Ryan discusses his experience creating an institution level advising publication, the pros and cons involved, and ways that every advising professional can contribute to the scholarship of academic advi…

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Ep. 81 - What is the Master of Science in Geology? 23:34

5M ago23:34

23:34

In Episode 81 of the CSUSB Advising Podcast, Matt Markin chats with Dr. Tandis Bidgoli, Assistant Professor in the Geological Sciences department about the Master of Science in Geology! Dr. Bidgoli discusses the the graduate program, application process, what students are learning in Geology graduate level coursework, and much more! Check out more …

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058 | 10 Kidmin Leaders You Should Know [with Hanna Costello & Angela Aliff] 28:22

5M ago28:22

28:22

Description: In this series, we interview 10 children's ministry leaders you need to know. In this episode, we interview Hanna Costello and Angela Aliff. They are the Kids directors at C3 Church Atlanta. They are passionate about partnering with parents and families to help form the faith of future generations, leading them to know and love the Lor…

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Ep. 80 - What is the Health Services Administration major? 13:04

5M ago13:04

13:04

In Episode 80 of the CSUSB Advising Podcast, Matt Markin chats with Dr. Nicole Henley about the B.S. in Health Services Administration major. Dr. Henley provides an overview of the major, career options, what you'll learn in classes, and more! Check out the B.S. in Health Services Administration website! Subscribe to the CSUSB Advising Podcast on A…

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Ep. 79 - What to know about Summer Session 2024! 10:47

5M ago10:47

10:47

In Episode 79 of the CSUSB Advising Podcast, Matt Markin chats with Senior Program Specialist from the College of Extended and Global Education and returning guest, Veronica Martinelli about all things summer! When do summer classes start? What is the fee structure? If financial aid available? Find out here! Check out the CSUSB Summer website for a…

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057 | 10 Kidmin Leaders You Should Know [with Zack Rickards] 30:55

5M ago30:55

30:55

Description: In this series, we interview 10 children's ministry leaders you need to know. In this episode, we interview Zack Rickards. He is the lead Kids Pastor at Family Church in South Florida and is passionate about partnering with parents to help their children discover and pursue God’s design for their lives. Resources: The Plan, the Fall, a…

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Curving Passion with Realism - Adventures in Advising 52:09

5M ago52:09

52:09

In Ep. 94, Bri Harvie, associate director of academic advising at Southern Alberta Institute of Technology discusses how the Canadian higher education system differs from the U.S., how parenting has informed her practice in advising, changing the student mindset regarding grades, and accepting new challenges. Guest host Thomas Shelly from Oregon St…

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056 | 10 Kidmin Leaders You Should Know [with Joe Mally] 28:57

5M ago28:57

28:57

Description: In this series, we interview 10 children's ministry leaders you need to know. In this episode, we interview Joe Mally. He leads the kid's team at Kingsway Christian Church in Indiana and is the co-founder of Kidtivitybooks.com. Resources: The Advantage by Patrick Lencioni Kingsway Christian Church Kidtivitybooks.com Connect With Us! If…

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Ep. 78 - Tell Me More about Studio Art and Art Education 21:33

5M ago21:33

21:33

In Episode 78 of the CSUSB Advising Podcast, Matt Markin chats with Professor Alison Ragguette about majoring in Studio Arts or Art Education. Professor Ragguette gives an overview of both Studio Art and Art Education, what students are learning in their classes, career options, and more! Check out the Art Department website! Subscribe to the CSUSB…

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Ep. 77 - What is the Master of Business Administration (MBA)? 45:57

6M ago45:57

45:57

In Episode 77 of the CSUSB Advising Podcast, Matt Markin chats with Professor Ernie Silvers, MBA Programs Director and full-time faculty member at CSUSB's Jack H. Brown College. Professor Silvers discusses the MBA Program, admissions, tips for writing a personal statement, careers, and department resources. Check out the MBA website! Subscribe to t…

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