Plugged In Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Registration is buzzing, microphones are too hot, and we’re recording semi-live from the Youth Arts Ministry finale overnighter. Between check-ins and quick interviews, we hear the real reasons students show up year after year: friends they miss, music that challenges them, and that moment when they put the shirt on, step on stage, and somehow find confidence they didn’t have five...

Send us Fan Mail A “keep it long but professional” haircut somehow turns into a mullet accusation, a panic spiral in the barber chair, and the sudden realization that you might look exactly like your dad. From there, we crank up the Easter energy and lean into the kind of joyful chaos that makes community feel like home. We kick things off with shoutouts from around the division, then drop straigh...

Send us Fan Mail 298 days is a long time to leave a microphone sitting cold, so we came back the only way we know how: a real conversation. We start with the kind of everyday honesty everyone relates to, the clutter you swear you’ll fix, the texts you forget to answer, the light switches you still hit wrong after years, and yes, the USB that never goes in correctly on the first try.  From there, w...

Send us Fan Mail Our March Fatness bracket finally crowns a champion as Chick-fil-A edges out Dunkin' by a mere three votes! We celebrate with a table full of fast food while dissecting what makes these chains so beloved. The secret to Chick-fil-A's success? Operational excellence, consistently delicious chicken, and a drive-thru system so efficient it should run our national elections....

Send us Fan Mail The milestone 25th episode of the Plugged In Podcast takes listeners behind the scenes of Youth Arts Ministry (YAM) in Massachusetts—a vibrant program where creativity, faith, and community intersect to develop the next generation of artistic leaders. As students prepare for their annual overnight event and finale performance, hosts Matt, Nate, and Loreita reflect on what makes YA...

Send us Fan Mail What drives someone to rush toward disasters while others flee? For Emily Mew, Director of Emergency Disaster Services for The Salvation Army Massachusetts Division, it's about creating order in chaos and offering compassion when it's needed most. Having spent over a decade with The Salvation Army and four years working with children in Nicaragua, Emily brings extraordin...

Send us Fan Mail When disaster strikes, who's already on the ground providing hot meals, hydration, and a comforting presence? Emily Mew, Director of Emergency Disaster Services for the Salvation Army in Massachusetts, takes us behind the scenes of emergency response in this compelling conversation. Growing up watching her father serve as a firefighter and EMT, Emily developed a natural passi...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when three ministry leaders confront their own relationship with hurry? In this soul-searching episode, we wrap up our study of John Mark Comer's "The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry" while candidly sharing our struggles with traffic rage, creative burnout, and the pressure to constantly produce. The contrast couldn't be more striking—discussing slow...

Send us Fan Mail Merry...Christmas...everyone. We know, we know. It's March! Join us for the ride as we release a hidden Plugged In Podcast episode that never made it to air.  Ever had your hot water heater die while single parenting for a week? Matt shares his chaotic experience managing kids, household emergencies, and a child who needs "some space" in a public bathroom. The strug...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered what makes Chris Molinaro from The Salvation Army Massachusetts Music Department burst into laughter? Well, join us for a ride filled with dog videos and Hollywood casting dreams! Chris shares his love for camp life and his entertaining choices for movie portrayals, sparking a hilarious game of "Which celebrity would play you?" With laughter echoing through...

Send us Fan Mail Have you ever wondered how the unpredictable weather in New England could spice up your Halloween? Our latest episode kicks off with a humorous and lively conversation about just that, peppered with a charming tale of Mackenzie and her newfound obsession with the "happy birthday fart song." We touch on the serious matter of the upcoming election, discussing the importanc...

Send us Fan Mail After a tough week on the sports front with the Mets and Jets, we're sharing some candid moments on how we cope with those gut-wrenching losses. Loreita confesses to drowning her sorrows in ice cream and Matt will reluctantly stream "Love is Blind" for a distraction. Meanwhile, our Halloween nostalgia kicks in as we revisit those childhood memories of crafting the p...

Send us Fan Mail What do the Boston Celtics' 18th Championship, Megan Fox's Razzie Award, the Paris Olympics and even the shocking news of OJ Simpson's passing all have in common? All of these things have happened since our last episode of the Plugged in Podcast way back in February! A lot has happened in the past 215 days, but we're back... pinky promise! Tune in to hear all a...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine the echo of laughter as another friend takes a graceful (or not so graceful) slide across the ice—our latest gathering at Pirelli Veterans Arena was a night filled with such moments, binding us together through shared slips and spins. With a community that's more like an extended family, weaving tales from a young man's icy dental debacle to the warm-hearted anti...

Send us Fan Mail Waking up to your child's unexpected late-night escapades can leave you feeling like you're living in a sitcom, and this episode kicks off with just that. Imagine my surprise when my son Caleb turned our home into his personal campground, complete with a flashlight and a splash! As we segue from these chuckles, we tackle the juxtaposition of friendship and babysitting du...

Send us Fan Mail The green screen arrived two hours ago! Quick! Set it up now! If you're prone to going the extra mile, no matter the consequences, this podcast is for you.  Our latest upgrade might just revolutionize our YouTube presence or leave us with a laughable blooper reel for the ages.  As we edge into the new year, we confront the tradition of resolutions and the daunting task of sta...

Send us Fan Mail Gather 'round the yuletide log, folks, because Matt, Nate, and Loretta are here to fill your stockings with a Christmas Special Recap that's as stuffed with joy as Santa's sleigh. Ever been up to your elbows in soapy water, wondering if the mountain of dishes will ever end? Or perhaps you've lost a sock or twenty in the laundry abyss? Join us as we swap tales f...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how your favorite Christmas movies, like 'Elf' and 'Home Alone', became the heartwarming traditions they are today? Join us as we draft our ultimate festive film lineup, share a hearty laugh over cinematic quirks, and even delve into the nostalgia of first-time viewings in theaters. From the comedic genius of the Jelly of the Month Club meltdown t...

Send us Fan Mail Ever been late to a church service and had to play the drums without practicing? If so, you'll relate to Matt's story in the latest episode of the Plugged In podcast. Join us, your hosts Matt, Nate, and Loreita, as we share personal anecdotes of faith, frustration, and the unexpected joy found in our day-to-day challenges. We explore how life’s stumbles and fumbles can b...

Send us Fan Mail Ever hear about a podcast episode filled with laughs, faith, and a bit of good-natured betrayal? Well, no more suspense! We had a ball recording this episode, reflecting on our journey and celebrating the fantastic response to our YouTube stream of the podcast. But, as they say, every rose has its thorns, we experienced a tiny prick when Matt betrayed us for another podcast - all...

Send us Fan Mail Ever found yourself stuck in the dreaded 'password jail'? You're not alone! Join us as we laugh about these all-too-relatable scenarios and discuss our grandparents’ frugal ways with coffee. But the fun doesn't stop there. We kick things up a notch with a hilarious game of “To Have, To Hold, To Heck With It”, leading to some surprising choices. We bet you can&a...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back, listeners! As we burst into a brand-new season of the Plugged In Podcast, we reflect on a summer of adventure and growth. We've got a sneak peek of our thought-provoking devotional thought from Matthew 11:28, where we uncover the art of finding rest amidst the hubbub of everyday life. We also share our exhilarating escapades from Camp Wonderland, where a stagger...

Send us Fan Mail After a short hiatus, our hosts are back to discuss Springtime in Boston! Marathon Monday, the Bruins, Celtics, and deep playoff chatter are all on the table. Nate impresses all with his falsetto singing while Loreita masters the art of coded antonyms. In this episode our hosts sit down with special guest YAM students Cadence and Naomi from Lowell. Nate brings the Word for the day...

Send us Fan Mail Who knew that someone could get so FURIOUS over free pizza and bagels. In episode 8, Nate explains his disdain for good marketing strategies, Matt recalls his time on tour in Japan, and Loreita explains why she and Nate are SUPER sleep-deprived 

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 7, Loreita is cautiously optimistic as her beloved New York Jets move closer to making Aaron Rodgers their quarterback. Matt expresses comical disbelief and shock over his rumored exit from The Salvation Army, and Nate rattles through Round ONE of the MASS Madness Bracket. Would you pick Timbrels or Dance? Tom Brady or Jayson Tatum? Our three hosts also examine the cros...