Embrace the Awkward Podcast

Welcome to the Embrace the Awkward Podcast, where we have one goal in mind! To help you handle awkward better! Join Mike and Kyle each week to discuss the weird and fringe moments of life and ministry!

Embrace the Awkward Podcast is a religion podcast hosted by Embrace the Awkward, with 83 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Embrace the Awkward hosts Embrace the Awkward Podcast, a religion show with 83 episodes published.

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  Episode #106

  How To Build and Keep Momentum During The Summer

  Jun 22, 20261h 11mS2

  Summer can either be a season of ministry growth or a season where everything slows to a halt. In Episode 106, Kyle and Mike discuss practical ways youth workers can build and maintain momentum during the summer months. From creating meaningful events and discipleship opportunities to balancing rest, relationships, and ministry, they share what has worked in their own contexts and how to keep students engaged when school is out. Whether you're planning camps, hangouts, mission trips, or simply trying to survive the summer schedule, this episode will help you make the most of the season and set your ministry up for success in the fall.

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  Episode #105

  Episode 105: Press Start: Building a Video Game Ministry (part 2)

  May 6, 20261h 11mS2

  <p>Last episode, we opened the door to the world of gaming. This episode, we step into it. If video games are a massive part of student culture, how do we actually use that in ministry? We’re getting practical—sharing how to start, structure, and lead a video game ministry in your context. From creating connection points to building community and discipling students in a digital space, this is all about turning gaming into a meaningful ministry tool. It’s an uncharted mission field… but one worth stepping into.<br/><br/>For more information, please visit embracetheawkward.com or follow u...

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  Episode #104

  Episode 104: Video Games Are From The Devil! Maybe... (part 1)

  Apr 16, 20261h 2mS2

  <p>Are video games ruining students… or are we missing one of the biggest ministry opportunities right in front of us? In this episode, we dive into the good, the bad, and the complicated world of gaming culture. From screen time concerns to connection, community, and influence, we unpack why video games are such a huge part of students’ lives and why youth workers can’t afford to ignore it. Instead of fearing it, what if we learned how to understand it and even use it as a tool for ministry? Let’s embrace the awkward and step into the game.<br...

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  Episode #103

  Episode 103: AJ is Awesome

  Feb 24, 20261h 24mS2

  <p>In this episode, Mike and Kyle are joined by AJ from The Gathering — a young, passionate youth pastor who has some cool things happening in his ministry.<br/><br/>AJ shares how he’s intentionally building a youth ministry culture that fosters both authentic worship and real community. From creating environments where students feel safe to engage with God, to building relationships that actually last beyond youth group nights, this conversation is packed with practical ideas and honest ministry talk.<br/><br/>If you’ve ever wondered how to help students take ownership of worship, build deeper community, or create...

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  Episode #102

  Episode 102: Your Youth Group Night Might Be Wrong

  Feb 10, 202655 minS2

  <p>Is Wednesday night still king… or is Sunday night (or another night entirely) the better move for youth ministry?<br/><br/>In Episode 102, Mike and Kyle jump into one of the most debated topics in youth ministry programming: What night of the week actually works best? From tradition and volunteer availability to student schedules, sports, church culture, and family rhythms — we break down the real pros and cons of Wednesday nights, Sunday nights, and even alternative options.<br/><br/>We also talk about how to know when it’s time to make a change, what to evaluate before you move n...

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