The RLTK Podcast

Are you struggling to connect with Gen Z? Feeling like there's a gap between you and this generation? The key may be in asking the right questions. In this video, Chris & Jordan discuss the power of asking questions and how it can bridge the divide between generations. From understanding their values to connecting on a deeper level, we'll give you practical tips on asking impactful que...

Jordan and Chris reflect on what they've learned about students in 2023 and what they hope can happen to reach more students in 2024!

Start reaching the "unreachable" of Gen Z! In this video, we explore how to effectively and authentically reach out to students around us with love and compassion. We'll be discussing the macro ideologies that shape our understanding of the Gospel today and how Gen Z needs to hear the Gospel in order to best respond. Whether you're a pastor, mentor, or just someone looking to pla...

Chris, Alex, and Jordan continue to explore the confusion that characterizes relationships today while staying rooted in the Gospel.

Relationships have become increasingly more challenging to navigate. We are more connected and more lonely than ever. Chris and Jordan explore the roots of this phenomenon and what we can do to help young people navigate the confusion that characterizes relationships today while staying rooted in the Gospel.

In a world of chaos and uncertainty, have you ever stopped to ask yourself what shapes young people's identity today? Chris & Jordan deep dive into identity formation and the Gospel to explore how it has impacted the lives of today's youth.

Join us as we explore the basics of theology and discuss a framework for students to grow into. Mike McGarry joins us to share his experience of theology in the youth ministry context, why it's important, and what youth leaders can do right now to begin engaging theology well.

Join us as we explore the powerful impact of Gospel-centered proximity in urban youth ministry. We'll examine how more meaningful relationships empower young people to rise above their circumstances. Get inspired by stories from Jesse Lobato, a youth pastor in Lynn, MA on the ground making a difference: veterans leading by example and innovative leaders who bridge divides to create transformat...

Are you curious about how Gen Z thinks and feels about faith? In this video, we'll explore their beliefs and attitudes toward the Gospel and what makes faith important for this younger generation. Join us as we talk with Ray Robles, a professor at Grand Canyon University who spends most of his time with Gen Z .

Are you passionate about ministering to urban youth? Looking for practical tools and tips on how to make a lasting impact in their lives? This is for you! Join us as we explore innovative strategies to share the Gospel with urban youth and make a meaningful difference in their lives.

Are you ever curious about who holds power in our world? With the Gospel of Jesus Christ as our foundation, join us in a conversation about how faith, power, and vulnerability intersect. Whether you’re a believer or a non-believer, this meaningful discussion will spark thought-provoking dialogue.

Are you a member of Gen Z? If so, you know how amazing this generation is. From their creativity to their passion for impacting the world, Gen Z is redefining culture as we know it. In this conversation, we'll explore the culture-making waves, discover what makes Gen Z unique, reflect on the positives and negatives of our cultural shifts, and discuss how influences can engage Gen Z well amid t...

Feeling overwhelmed and discouraged with your mental health struggles? Are you watching a GenZer experience mental health challenges and not sure what to do? If you need help finding hope, this video is for you! Join Jordan and Chris for an inspiring conversation about discovery, resilience, and how to reframe your mental health journey with the Gospel!

Are you curious about how Gen Z sees the world differently? Join us as we dive deep into the unique perspectives of this rapidly growing demographic and explore the ways in which their worldview is shaping current trends, social movements, and much more. Discover what makes Gen Z tick and learn how to engage with them on a deeper level. Get ready to take an inside look at the world through Gen Z&#...

Life is full of choices. What should I do with my life? Where should I do it? Who should I do it with? We live in an age where options have multiplied exponentially and these new choices fall squarely at the feet of Gen Z. Confusion, anxiety, and fear abound. How do we help them navigate this new world? How do we navigate it for ourselves? Chris and Jordan discuss the blessing and the curse that i...

Generation Z is a demographic marked by controversy. They are challenging every system and idea we hold dear. Sexuality, gender, religion, politics, justice, war, education, climate. Their ideas are so different form ours and they are ready to challenge us on what we think! What if we were willing to wade into these waters with them and meet them here? Can we go to them on their playing field and...

The Fall is fast approaching and students are getting ready to reengage life on their school campuses. Much has changed since then. How do we engage Gen Z as they reengage their world through the institution of school? What kind of mental and emotional responses will we see from them? How can we come alongside them and love them? Jordan, Chris, and Alex discuss reengaging in the fall of 2021!&nbsp...

The top job desired by Gen Z is to be a social influencer. This generation refuses to work for any institution that won’t embrace social responsibility and doing good in our world. It makes sense in the economy they have created, they would prefer to work for themselves. Special guest Aundre Wright joins us to walk through his own entrepreneurial journey and exploits as we examine what the future...

2020 was an unprecedented year in many ways; but do we stop to think about its implications for our young people? No graduation, no sports seasons, no goodbye to friends or teachers. For those that are just getting back, motivation is at an all time low, dreams have been crushed, lives have been forever changed.  As influencers, how do we move into these spaces with compassion and love? How d...

Middle school students are a unique group, they have their own set of challenges, needs and wants. How do we engage them in a meaningful way? What makes them different from high schoolers? What do they look for in someone they want to follow? How should influencers go about engaging them?  In this episode, John, Chris, and Jordan discuss what they are seeing in Gen Z middle schoolers and what...

The younger generation is often misunderstood. They are our future, but we do not know how to engage with them. There are many who have tried to connect with this next generation of leaders and failed miserably because they did not understand what makes them tick. How do we approach them in a way that builds connection and trust? How do we prepare this next generation for the world that awaits the...

Have you ever felt lonely? You're not alone. Loneliness is at an all-time high across generations. But how much more so for a generation that has grown up in the digital age? How do we engage our own loneliness as influencers? How do we connect with Gen Z and teach them how to connect with others? In this episode, Jordan, John, and Chris process through the topic of loneliness together.

Gen Z is the first generation of kids that have grown up with social media. They're very aware and critical of their culture, especially when it comes to politics and social issues. The current cultural climate is one where we are constantly canceling each other for our opinions on topics like immigration, gun control, abortion rights, etc. It's almost impossible to engage in a meaningful conversa...

Every generation has characteristics that make them unique. What are those things about Gen Z? Knowing these trends can be the difference between connection, relationship, and trust, or failure. John, Jordan, and Chris share what they have discovered about Gen Z that makes them unique and how we can engage them well.

Mental Health has become far easier to talk about in this day and age, but part of the conversation is emotion. How big of a role do our emotions play in the way we navigate the world? How has Gen Z's emotional health been affected by 2020? How can we connect with Gen Z in 2021 understanding their challenges and our own when it comes to emotional health? These are questions we must have answers to...