Karl Bastian's Kidmin Talk
Kidmin Talk is the podcast of Pastor Karl Bastian, aka the "Kidologist," creator of Kidology.org. Karl is a full time children's pastor in Denver, 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 karl@kidmintalk.com.
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.
Episodes
132 episodes
Kidmin Talk #200 - Henrietta Mears: Pioneer of Children’s Ministry
In this historic 200th episode of Kidmin Talk, Pastor Karl celebrates the legacy of Henrietta Mears, the trailblazer who transformed children’s ministry and Sunday School education. But that’s not all! Long-time listeners are in for a treat wit...
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Episode 200
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21:05
Kidmin Talk #199 - Albert Einstein, Kids Ministry, and Nurturing Future Geniuses
Albert Einstein, Kids Ministry, and Nurturing Future GeniusesIn this 199th episode of Kidmin Talk, Pastor Karl Bastian, aka The Kidologist, explores the fascinating young life of Albert Einstein and how his struggles, curiosity, and res...
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Episode 199
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16:28
Kidmin Talk #198 - The Story of Kidology and What’s Next for 2025!
In this special episode of Kidmin Talk, Pastor Karl Bastian, aka The Kidologist, takes you on a nostalgic journey through the founding of Kidology.org. From quirky beginnings to becoming a global ministry equipping children's leaders, Karl shar...
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Episode 198
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14:39
Kidmin Talk #197 - Treasuring God's Promises
Kidmin Talk #197 - Treasuring God's PromisesDESCRIPTION: In this heartfelt Christmas episode of Kidmin Talk, Pastor Karl Bastian, founder of Kidology.org, reflects on Mary’s response to the miraculous events of Jesus’ birth. He enco...
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Episode 197
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14:54
Kidmin Talk #196 - Training Kids to Serve at Church (The KC Krew)
Kidmin Talk #196 - Training Kids to Serve at ChurchDESCRIPTION: "What's Growing Up Got to Do With Anything?" Those were the words of Karl's mom when he expressed an interest in serving in ministry at age ten. Decades later, he's sti...
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Episode 196
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32:25
Kidmin Talk #195 - Karl's Interview with Dallas Jenkins on Kidmin and Christmas Pageant
Kidmin Talk #195 - Karl's Interview with Dallas Jenkins on Kidmin and Christmas PageantWATCH ON YOUTUBE for VIDEO VERSIONDESCRIPTION:Karl Bastian, host of ...
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Episode 195
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20:02
Kidmin Talk #194 - Discipline That Disciples + Beaver Tails!
Kidmin Talk #194Discipline That Disciples + Beaver Tails!Pastor Karl shares a classic workshop on discipline, plays a short video he received from Dallas Jenkins the creator of The Chosen, and tells when, where and why he ATE a Beaver's...
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Episode 194
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57:01
Kidmin Talk #193 - First Steps for a NEW Kid's Pastor!
Listen to this special episode as Pastor Karl launches Kidmin Talk LIVE on Rumble, YouTube and Facebook while answering one of the #1 questions he gets, "What are the FIRST THINGS a NEW Kid's Pastor should do when starting a new ministry?" Karl...
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Episode 193
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29:50
Kidmin Talk #192 - Secrets of Family Follow Up!
Kidmin Talk #192 - Secrets for Family Follow UpDESCRIPTION:One of the most important tasks you can do each week in your children’s ministry is the personal follow up of the families that visit your church. Sure, your chu...
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Episode 192
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37:12
Kidmin Talk #191 - You're Doing Great! And Karl's New Book
Kidmin Talk #191You're Doing Great! And Karl's New BookDESCRIPTION:You probably don't hear it enough, so Pastor Karl wants you to know - you're doing a GREAT JOB! After providing a humorous update on last Sunday, Karl tells ...
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Episode 191
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32:47
Kidmin Talk #190 - Inspiring Kids to Love Their Bibles
Kidmin Talk #190 Inspiring Kids to Love Their BiblesDESCRIPTION:Coming off of his annual Bible Ninja Warriors Sunday, Pastor Karl is excited to share why he is so passionate about inspiring kids to know, love an...
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Episode 190
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47:55
Kidmin Talk #189 - Being a Commanding Emcee
Whether you are preaching, teaching, leading kids church or presenting a workshop - you want to command the attention of your audience. Not demand it, command it. In this practical podcast, focused mostly on leading kids church, but applicable ...
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Episode 189
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40:29
Kidmin Talk #188 - A Discipleship Focused Ministry
KidminTalk #188 - A Discipleship Focused MinistryPastor Karl answers the question, "How do we disciple children when we only have one day a week at church?" It's a great question! He presents a full workshop from a recent conference whe...
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Episode 188
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35:24
Kidmin Talk #187 - Taming the Email Monster!
Kidmin Talk #187 - Taming the Email MonsterDESCRIPTION: How would you like ALL of your email to DISAPPEAR by the end of this podcast? POOF! It’s gone! In this podcast, Pastor Karl shares super practical tips on Taming the Email Monster,...
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Episode 187
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42:45
Kidmin Talk #186 - Getting a JUMP on the New Year!
Kidmin Talk #186 - Getting a JUMP on the New Year!DESCRIPTION: It's a NEW YEAR. Are New Year's Resolutions a waste of time? Karl says a resounding no! Don't over-complicate your goals - if "smart" goals have bogged you down, Karl of...
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Episode 186
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25:40
Kidmin Talk #185 - What REAL Ministry Success Looks Like
Kidmin Talk #185- What REAL Ministry Success Looks LikeIn a very vulnerable live keynote presentation a few years ago, Pastor Karl talks about what real ministry success looks like. He explains why he will never coach leaders on "br...
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Episode 185
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51:52
Kidmin Talk #184 - Unleashing Your Creativity! (YES! You ARE Creative!)
Kidmin Talk #184 - Unleashing Your Creativity (YES! You ARE Creative!)DESCRIPTION: You ARE Creative! So says Pastor Karl, the Kidologist who gives away some of this "Top Secret" Creativity "Triggers" he uses to come up with...
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Episode 184
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43:21
Kidmin Talk #183 - Getting Parents to do Your Bidding
Kidmin Talk #183 Getting Parents to do Your BiddingOn the podcast today, Pastor Karl answers several questions from listeners about Family and Parent Ministry by addressing how to really C.A.R.E. for Parents by Challenging, providin...
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Episode 183
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33:40
Kidmin Talk #182 - Scope and Seekwhat? Engaging Older Boys and More!
KIDMIN TALK #182 - Scope and Seekwhat? Those Older Boys and More!On today's pod Pastor Karl takes questions from students at Kidmin Academy ranging from how to teach a wide age range, to engaging those older boys, to how to determine wh...
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Episode 182
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37:32
Kidmin Talk #181 - The Extra Mile
Kidmin Talk is BACK!I broke my podcast! LOL #1 Please subscribe on Apple Podcasts! Look for the new LOGO (blue background) and ignore the old one with ...
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Episode 181
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25:24
Kidmin Talk #180 - Implementing Change QUICKLY!
KIDMIN TALK #180It’s 2023 and Pastor Karl is BACK! It’s been awhile, but he’s back with ministry exciting and PRACTICAL ministry updates, tips for helpful TOOLS on Kidology.org that will make your job EASIER (including recruiting and co...
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Episode 180
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43:07
Kidmin Talk #179 - A Kidmin Checkup
KIDMIN TALK #179A Kidmin Checkup!Part A in the NEW ABC's of Kidology SeriesA = ASSESSMENTPastor Karl guides leaders through a very real and practical grid for assessing their ministry health in this...
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Episode 179
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32:46
Kidmin Talk #178 - Kidmin on MISSION
KIDMIN TALK 178 - Kidmin on MISSIONRise above the weekly to-do's and lead a ministry that is focused on the MISSION of Children's Ministry. Yes, you've got to get stuff done, but when you have a clear focus on the WHY, the what becomes ...
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Episode 178
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43:29
Kidmin Talk #177 - Should I Stay or Should I Go Now?
In this very personal, honest and direct podcast, Pastor Karl addresses one of the questions he is asked most often via email and in person, “How do know when it is time to leave a ministry?” Karl gives bold advice on the hard realities of mini...
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Episode 177
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1:00:31