Episodes

EPISODE 7- Steelers Football and Spiritual Formation 03.10.2025 1:04:47

On this episode, Drew and Marv give their take on the Pittsburgh Steelers during the ruckus report. Then they talk about spiritual formation, what it’s about, how it impacted them and why every Christian should seek a deeper intimacy with Christ. Then, Marv interviews Dr. Ron Walborn, the person who trained both Marv and Drew in Personal Spiritual Formation and help both of them learn how to have...

GROUND SQUIRRELS, HOW EPISODE 6- TEENS ENGAGE SCRIPTURE AND THE NEW MAKE A DIFFERENCE BIBLE 05.09.2025 1:10:52

In this episode, Drew and Marv discuss the terrifying ground squirrels wreaking havoc in North Dakota, and then they discuss the Barna research that looks at how Gen Alpha and Gen Z are engaging the Bible around the world. Then, Marv interviews Ken Castor, the editor behind the Make a Difference Bible, aimed at teenagers and getting them off the couch of their faith and making a real difference in...

EPISODE 5- PET ZEBRAS, GENERATIONAL CHURCH TRENDS, FAITH JOURNEYS, DECONSTRUCTION AND THE WAY BACK 24.06.2025 1:11:59

In this episode, Drew and Marv discuss Ed, the Pet Zebra, and then talk about generational trends in the church that are affecting how the church reaches out, serves, and loves kids. They also explore how millennial parents are allowing their kids to dictate family schedules. Next, we interview Tim Meier, a pastor, missionary, seminary professor, and VP in the Christian and Missionary Alliance. Th...

Episode 4- GEN’S Z & ALPHA W/AI, THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ALPHA AND Z AND WORKING WITH TEENS NOW... 17.06.2025 1:17:18

Episode 4 of Cultivating Candor is UP! We talk about Gen Z and Alpha’s use (and abuse?) of AI, we welcome the team of Kunkler Food Reviews, all Gen Z to join the show and talk about their TikTok page, how Gen Z is “better” then Gen Alpha and their thoughts on AI. Finally, we end the show with a great interview with Mark Oestreicher (Marko), an author, preacher, teacher, mentor and youth worker for...

Episode 3- Italian brain rot, Teen vaping and how the church can help families with special needs 23.05.2025 1:11:51

On this episode, Drew and Marv give a funny ruckus report on Italian brain rot and how it is influencing Gen Z and Gen Alpha. Then, we move into a more serious discussion on Teen vaping, its effects, the stats on how many teens are vaping as well as signs you can use to detect if your teen is vaping. We then wrap it up with an excellent interview with TikTok star Maddison Nolte as we discuss how t...

Episode 2- Minecraft, teen mental health and deconstructing the Christian faith 16.05.2025 1:14:48

On this episode, Drew and Marv give a funny ruckus report on the new movie Minecraft and the memetastic marketing scheme that caused Gen Z and Gen Alpha to love it. They then dig into the mental health crisis happening among Gen Z and Gen Alpha. Then, Marv interviews Mark Gregory Karris, a best-selling author, about his book Religious Refugees, which discusses the deconstruction process for many w...

Episode 1- Gen Z and Alpha Lingo; a Journey of Deconstruction with Ellie Melo 16.05.2025 1:12:01

On this episode, Drew and Marv give a funny ruckus report on the wild and crazy Gen Z and Gen Alpha lingo, dig into social media influencers and their effect on this generation. Then, Marv interviews Ellie Melo, a rising TikTok star, about her journey of deconstruction. Get ready to laugh and to learn! To follow Ellie on TikTok: @elliemelo_ Follow us on Twitter: @candorpress1 Email us: cultivati...