DYM Podcast

Every leader faces criticism. Good learners learn from it. Great leaders take the next step. Doug Fields, Josh Griffin, and Matt McGill unpack how criticism can do more than just teach you lessons; it can shape your humility, refine your leadership, and strengthen your reliance on God. With personal stories, practical advice, and a dose of humor, this episode will challenge you to go beyond simply...

AND WE’RE BACK! A brand-new era of the DYM podcast begins as Josh and Doug reunite with Matt McGill to bring the gang back together! In this exciting episode, we dive into the transformative power of encouragement and unpack why it’s an essential skill for every leader to develop. Learn more: www.downloadyouthministry.com www.wisdomministryconsulting.com

Producer Kevin Downs joins DYM's Josh Griffin for a special interview podcast about the new youth group-friendly movie in theaters NOW: The Best Christmas Pageant Ever! Grab your family, students and more to enjoy a night out to spread some Christmas cheer and enjoy hearing a story about a whole town got involved in youth ministry by caring for some of the forgotten in their community. SO fun! Enj...

The Platinum Perk Podcast is an all-new podcast exclusively for DYM Platinum members!  Join Doug and Josh each week as we answer YOUR questions! Learn more about the Platinum membership at dymmembership.com

Fall Kickoff SZN is here! Join Josh, Mari, Jessica and Travis as they share hot programming ideas, best practices for volunteers, and everything you need to make your Fall a success!

Doug's gone and Travis is FILLING IN BABY. Josh sits down with Travis Prouty, a long time veteran youth worker and creative program guy, (who's normally stuck behind the computer) to talk about programming Fall Kickoff, creating fun and memorable moments, how to use a bumper video, and the importance of seamless transitions. 

Back from summer camp! Josh  almost had an uneventful summer... and Doug pushes back on Josh's concerns about volunteers. The National Day of Volunteer Youth Ministry is live! It's this week with Doug and Josh!

Doug and Josh talk about canceling events - when, how, and why! Plus they cover the upcoming transitions in youth ministry, and how to handle them well!

Doug and Josh are back after a short hiatus in which Doug had surgery and grossed out his grandaughter. Sidekick has a free eclipse game you need to play, and Josh not only had a great Easter but also stole the last Liquid Death and Doug isn't amused. Tune in!

This podcast brought to you by Planet Fitness' red light therapy machine. Doug and Josh are talking about sacred cows in their ministry, pre-covid/post-covid youth ministry, what's new at DYM, and so much more! Tune in!

Josh had a Choose Your Own Adventure weekend at JHM, and he's going to give away a fun wilderness survival game that he and his daughter made soon to Gold+ members! Doug shares his embarrassing? nicknames, and much more.

Youth Takeover Weekend - How to get it right! Doug OBVIOUSLY works out, and we take a sneak peek at what's coming in Sidekick. (Hint: it spins, it picks, and it can go ANYWHERE ON YOUR SCREEN LET'S GOOOOO)

How we Josh boosted his attendance to the highest ever with a simple dumb idea = Llamabucks.

Josh got back from a retreat with the youth team, Doug is doing a diet alone apparently, #blackcherry, and the SHOCKING Diet Coke and Mentos illustration is revealed! Plus some encouragement if you're feeling down.

You'll be SHOCKED how good this episode is. Josh used a cool object lesson that Doug thought was "meh", witchcraft?? and it's Doug and Josh's birthday week! What does that mean for you? Nothing really. Tune in!

It's Christmas! Josh and Doug are doing a fitness challenge, Doug thinks Josh is the kind of person who would use all the free money on a Starbucks card, and some tips on how to make your volunteer parties a success.

Getting the most out of everyone during spring planning, Sidekick is in the wild, and Josh disagrees with a church decision - what advice can Doug share? Tune in!

Thanksgiving Special! Doug and Josh talk about life, ministry, and how if you leave a turkey in the back of your car for 18 hours, you should probably throw it out.

Fudgsicles and the power of object lessons, plus a secret announcement leaked early only for listeners! It's this week with Doug and Josh!

Doug is sick, tips to help prepare a guest speaker in your youth ministry, Doug is sick ,the importance of debriefing yourself, and Doug is sick. It's this week with Doug (who's sick) and Josh!

A HUGE announcement for Coleader subscribers, how to put your volunteers to the test, and the 10 Minute Rule. It's this week with Doug and Josh! Learn more about Coleader here !

Someone DARES challenge Doug and Josh's undefeated pickleball record, recovering from a conference, the importance of rest, and the 48 hour power window of post-event debrief. Jump in!

Josh taught on a tough topic he felt uncomfortable with, a great interview tip when you're applying for a position, Doug has a candy-addiction, and some great leadership principles that will help you succeed in youth ministry. It's this week with Doug and Josh!

Youth group cellphone policy, angry parent letter(s), Josh doesn't think there's Christians in Nevada, Doug ISN'T thinking about the fall of the Roman empire, and more! Have a question, a joke, or hate mail? Send it to thisweek@downloadyouthministry.com and it may be featured on the show!

Join Doug Fields and Josh Griffin as they unpack their week in youth ministry in real time! Learn from their mistakes and years of experience doing youth ministry. Fun, practical, and interactive!