The Collide Kids Podcast | Faith, Family Discipleship & Fun Christian Interviews

 In today's episode, we have a very special guest joining us: Justin Coffey. Justin is not only a dog trainer but also a motivational speaker who has an incredible story to share. He will tell us how dogs have had a profound impact on his life. Justin's journey with dogs started when he got his first pup at age 18. He also served as a pastor for 20 years, which led to an incredible conne...

Welcome to another episode of Collide Kids! In today's episode, we have a special guest, Joy Prouty. Joy is a professional photographer, author, and filmmaker. She joins host Christen Clark to discuss the power of photography and how it can help us connect with other people, express our emotions, and find beauty in the imperfect moments. Join us as we dive deeper into her new book "Pract...

In this episode of Collide Kids host, Christen Clark welcomes special guest Angela Marks, a seasoned children's pastor with 14 years of experience as a traveling puppeteer and speaker. Angela shares her passion for nurturing and discipling young souls through fun, creativity and interactive lessons. She discusses the importance of carving out time for a personal quiet time with God, and takin...

In this episode of Collide Kids, hosted by Christen Clark, we have the pleasure of welcoming special guest Maegan Hall. Maegan is a talented puppeteer and ventriloquist who incorporates puppetry, ventriloquism, storytelling, live painting, and audience participation into her shows. She's passionate about connecting kids to their creator and discussing important topics like hearing the voice o...

In this episode of the Collide Kids podcast, host Christen Clark sits down with Erin Dezago, a former social worker turned photographer and creator of Raising Conquerors, a subscription box Bible study resource for kids. Erin shares her journey of  searching for engaging resources to help her children learn the Bible, which led her to create her own subscription box service. These kits are specifi...

On this episode of Collide Kids, host Christen Clark is joined by the inspiring Drew Trembly, owner of Woodbine Coffee Company. Drew shares his incredible journey of starting a mobile coffee cart and pursuing his passion for coffee. Drew dives into his love for coffee and his passion for experimentation with flavors, and how he and his wife ventured into the world of coffee without  knowing how to...

On this episode of Collide Kids, host Christen Clark is joined by special guest Rick Otto, a seasoned kids pastor from Manchester, United Kingdom. Rick shares his insights on English biscuits, and keeping the spark and relationship with God alive, particularly for families. He emphasizes the importance of worship, reading the Bible, and incorporating prayer throughout the day. Rick introduces the...

Christen Clark interviews sketch artist and author, William Warren, about his job as sketch artist, how he discovered this ability to draw during business meetings, and how he uses his talent to make visual aids come to life to help people learn and communicate ideas.  Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Charis. Go to thesketcheffect.com to learn more about his business and check out William Warren&a...

This interview is reposted from February, 5, 2021.   Christen Clark interviews Wilson Costa, a firefighter and paramedic from Denver, Colorado, and he shares about how much he loves his job,  his daily routine on the job, and a firefighter's passion for helping others. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Kayla Freeman! Bark proactively works to monitor, detect, and alert you to potential issues...

Christen Clark interviews Sissy Goff, licensed counselor and author of 13 books for parents and kids including her new book called "the Worry Free Parent" which is set to release summer 2023. Sissy shares how parents can learn to process their own worry and help kids easily cope with anxiety and fear. Plus Kids Only segment featuring Jacob!  Go to raisingboysandgirls.com to learn more ab...

Christen Clark interviews Dema Kohen, founder of "We Are KidMin" and publisher of a new magazine for families called "What's For Dinner?". In this episode, Dema explains how he puts the magazine together, the people that make it possible, and why he felt compelled to create a magazine for families. Plus Kids Only segment featuring Kayla Freeman! Go to whatsfordinnermag.com...

Christen Clark interviews Nashville singer/ songwriter, Laurel Taylor about her music, ways to avoid giving in to peer pressure, and how her experiences on American Idol helped her discover her need to lean into God and her identity in Christ. Plus Kids Only segment featuring Jacob Freeman!  Go to laureltaylormusic.com to learn more about Laurel's story and her music! The Collide Kids Podcast...

Christen Clark interviews Jeanette Tapley about making good friends, being a good friend, and how to cultivate healthy friendships. She also shares tips for parents to learn to make friends too and helping their kids navigate good friendships and influence. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Vance Waller.  Go to jeanettetapley.com to learn more about her podcasts and books, and take the "Be A B...

Christen Clark interviews Nathan Dorrell, aka The Crazy Tie Guy, about juggling, his crazy ties, and how his family travels the world sharing the Gospel through circus acts. He talks about how he got started in juggling and why it is so important to tell other people about Jesus. Plus Kids Only segment featuring Jackson! Go to crazytieguy.com to watch videos and learn more about his ministry and w...

Christen Clark interviews Christie Thomas about her Fruit Full devotional for families that teaches on the Fruit of the Spirit. She shares how the fruit of the Spirit is not a to do list, but rather proof of our faith and relationship with God, and  that we can grow in the Fruit of the Spirit by getting closer to Jesus! Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Maggie Jane! Go to littleshootsdeeproots.com...

Christen Clark talks with Brenda Russell from Filter of Hope, an organization that provides filters to people all over the world. Brenda shares about how the filter can clean dirty water (yes, even poop water!),  how the organization partners with churches and families, and how kids can make a tangible impact on the global water crisis. Plus Kids Only segment featuring Caroline Hull! Go to fitlero...

Christen Clark interviews Nashville based  recording artist, Natalie Layne, about how she learned to love writing songs, getting started in the music industry, and the ways she learned to lean on God through it all.  Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Anya! Go to natalielaynemusic.com to learn more about her music and tour dates coming soon! Here is a link to a very cool version of Natalie's so...

Christen Clark interviews Jean Thomason, who plays the joyful musical character, Miss Patty Cake. Jean shares how she got started in music, becoming Miss Patty Cake, and why music and media with a Biblical worldview is  so important for children. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring 3 year old Asher Beaton!  Go to misspattycake.com to download her "Faith Based Media Guide" and learn more abo...

Christen Clark interviews Dr. Joel Muddamalle, pastor, theologian, and director of theology and research for Proverbs 31 Ministries. They talk about what makes Good Friday good, how to define theology, and Joel explains how ANYONE can be a theologian.  Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Eli McKinnon! Go to muddamalle.com for resources for your family and information discussed on this episode! The Co...

Christen Clark interviews Jeff McCullough about his music and how JumpStart3 was created from his desire to help his own kids learn to memorize God's Word in an easy and super fun way, through awesome music! He has an amazing story about how he got started as a musician and producer, and how he is reaching families all over the world.  Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Caroline Hull!  Be sure...

Christen Clark interviews author, Karen Whiting, about her new book for families called "52 Weekly Devotions for Family Prayer".  She shares some of her favorite hands on activities to make family prayer time fun and engaging, how God has answered some of her family's prayers, and tips for kids to learn how to pray.  Go to karenwhiting.com to check out her books and resources, and m...

Christen Clark interviews Josh (aka Cool Carll) and Andy, two best friends that create funny  videos, and they share about how they got started, the origins of the Cool Carll character, where the name for their podcast, "Ninjas Are Butterflies" came from, and why humor and joy is important for your faith. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Quinn Roney! Go to sundaycool.com to learn more ab...

Christen Clark interviews Illusionist Matt Adams about his career as an illusionist and how he incorporates his love for magic with sharing the Gospel. He  shares a few exciting stories about his trips around the world and gives insight to what it means to be an evangelist. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Charis. Go to mattadamsministries.com to learn more about Matt and his shows! Bark proactive...

Christen Clark interviews Chad, Hannah, and Josh about being Christian radio DJs ad hosts of the River Radio Morning Show on 104.9 The River in Columbus, Ohio. They each share their story of how they started in radio, embarrassing moments, listener feedback that inspires them, and their passion for sharing Jesus at the touch of a button. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Eli McKinnon! Go to riverra...

Christen Clark interviews author and cartoonist, Sandy Silverthorne, about how he became a cartoonist and author, where he gets all his jokes for his joke books,  his new book "Kids' Big Questions for God: 101 Things You Want To Know",  and how we can learn the answers to the big questions we all have about God. Plus Kids Only Segment featuring Noah Sumpter.  Go to sandysilverthorne...