TartanTalk is a podcast of Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart, an all-girls K–12 school in Princeton, New Jersey.
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Middleschool Podcasts
Today's youth need youth pastors, mentors, teachers, volunteers, and most of all, they need YOU! Youth Worker On Fire is designed to give you the knowledge and inspiration you need to be the best youth worker possible. Youth Worker On Fire podcast is full of valuable information from people who work with youth on a daily basis. It is also packed with interviews with former students (years later) in their adult life and how student ministry, or the lack of it, effected their future. Many are ...
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Sophia Rhino and Jasmine Redbox are determined to ask students if they like middleschool and their least and favorite classes.
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Diary of a Teacher is a spoken diary of my experiences in education to date. I record short eps about everything from report writing to reflective practice. I share honest reflections from the classroom, lessons I've learned the hard way, and insights from educational research that shape how I teach.
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Batsheva Frankel presents an edgy and entertaining educational podcast for teachers, students, parents, administrators and anyone else who cares about the state of education. While it is playful and fun, I also address the revolutionary changes that are happening and need to happen to create more meaningful and engaging education. We'll celebrate students, educators, and schools who are getting it right and give tools and guidance for inspiring everyone else. Each episode starts with a fauxm ...
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Join me, Grayson Leak, as I chat with my closest friends and family about everything from passions, to faith, to weird side gigs, and more!
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God Goes Before You: Starting the New Year with Courage, Prayer, and Peace
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A new year brings pressure, expectations, deadlines—and often fear. But what if you started this year knowing, without a doubt, that you are not alone? In this New Year episode of Youth Worker on Fire, Doug Edwards encourages youth pastors, volunteers, parents, and student leaders to step into the coming year with confidence, peace, and courage, gr…
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The Power of Saying No: Protecting Your Family While Serving in Youth Ministry
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How do you serve God faithfully in youth ministry without sacrificing your family in the process? In this heartfelt Christmas-week episode of Youth Worker on Fire, Doug Edwards reflects on decades of student ministry and shares one of the most important lessons he's learned the hard way: every yes comes with a cost—and sometimes the most spiritual …
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What if some of the most life-changing moments in youth ministry don't happen in the chruch building—but on a mountain, in the snow, or around a shared experience? In this Christmas-season episode of Youth Worker on Fire, Doug Edwards reflects on 35 years of student ministry and shares why retreats, trips, and shared adventures have consistently be…
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Welcome back to Sips and Trips, the Tartan Talk series where Gwen '28 and Lydia '28 continue their adventures through Princeton's most talked-about cafés. In this second episode, they explore Illy and Small World, two destinations with completely different atmospheres and flavor profiles. From standout drinks to cozy corners, they delve into what m…
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When God Says "Not Yet": What Waiting Teaches Us in Life and Youth Ministry
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Why does God make us wait—especially when the prayer seems good, urgent, and necessary? In this Christmas-season episode of Youth Worker on Fire, Doug Edwards explores one of the hardest spiritual disciplines for leaders, volunteers, students, and parents: waiting on God's timing. Drawing from Acts 1:4, prophetic anticipation before Jesus' birth, a…
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Sips and Trips, a podcast series brought to you by Tartan Talk, investigates the many coffee shops of Princeton, comparing the matcha and coffee at each different stop. Join Lydia '28 and Gwen '28 as they take you along on their journeys to cafes, exploring the main features of each new adventure. This premiere episode focuses on two different coff…
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How do you help students understand prophecy and the end times—without overwhelming them? In this unique episode of Youth Worker on Fire, Doug Edwards joins us from Israel, where he and 1,000 pastors, youth pastors, Christian educators, and influencers were invited to gather for the historic Ambassadors Summit 2025. Doug explains why blessing Israe…
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The Least Likely Leader: Why God Uses Overlooked People to Change the World
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Do you ever feel unqualified, overlooked, or "not the one" God would choose? Then this episode will speak directly to you—and to every student you serve. In this powerful episode of Youth Worker on Fire, Doug Edwards shares why God consistently chooses the least impressive, least equipped, and least likely people to accomplish His greatest work. Dr…
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The Season to Give: Teaching Students Generosity, Stewardship, and Eternal Impact
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How do you teach teenagers to give, serve, and see beyond themselves—especially during the holidays? In this episode of Youth Worker On Fire, Doug Edwards breaks down practical, biblical, and transformational ways to lead students into a lifestyle of generosity. From serving homeless families to partnering with local agencies and government program…
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Unseen Miracles In Filmmaking: Julie Castro on Obedience, Faith, and Creating I Am Life—Wonderment in the Womb
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What happens when God gives you a vision that no one else understands? In this powerful interview episode of Youth Worker on Fire, Doug Edwards talks with author, producer, and filmmaker Julie Castro, whose radical obedience to God's call led her to create the unique and spiritually moving film—I Am Life: Wonderment in the Womb. Julie shares her in…
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Pressure Is a Privilege: How God Uses Challenges to Prepare and Empower You
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Pressure isn't punishment — it's purpose. In this inspiring episode of Youth Worker on Fire, Doug Edwards unpacks what it means when God allows pressure in your life and ministry. Drawing lessons from Steve Irwin's family, Luke's precision as a gospel writer, and James 1:2–4, Doug reminds youth pastors, volunteers, and parents that pressure is evid…
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Standing in the Gap: The Hidden Legacy of Youth Workers
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You may never see the full impact of your ministry—but heaven does. In this episode of Youth Worker on Fire, Doug Edwards unpacks what it means to stand in the gap for students, families, and communities. Drawing from Ezekiel 22:30 and Galatians 6:9, Doug reminds every youth pastor, volunteer, and parent that faithful, unseen ministry is holy work—…
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When You Feel Like Quitting: Finding God's Vision to Keep Going
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Ever feel like walking away from your calling altogether? You're not alone. In this powerful episode of Youth Worker on Fire, Doug Edwards shares a raw, heartfelt message for every youth pastor, volunteer, and parent who's ever thought, "I can't do this anymore." Drawing from Joshua 1:9, Proverbs 29:18, and Ephesians 2:10, Doug unpacks how God rest…
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Who's Keeping Score? Measuring Success God's Way in Youth Ministry
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Everyone's keeping score — but are you counting what really matters? In this challenging and inspiring episode of Youth Worker on Fire, Doug Edwards reminds youth pastors, ministry volunteers, and parents that Jesus was never afraid of numbers — He just measured differently. From feeding the 5,000 to discipling the few, Jesus cared about people mor…
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Teenagers are like sheep—they need a shepherd who leads with vision, purpose, and love. In this inspiring episode of Youth Worker on Fire, Doug Edwards unpacks what it really means to shepherd students like Jesus did. Drawing from John 10:14–15 and 1 Peter 5:2–4, Doug challenges youth pastors, volunteers, and parents to lead with clarity, excitemen…
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You Are Not Alone: Overcoming Isolation in Youth Ministry
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Do you ever feel alone in youth ministry? In this encouraging episode of Youth Worker on Fire, Doug Edwards shares personal stories—from skiing in the Colorado mountains to facing the pressures of student ministry—that reveal the difference between healthy solitude and the enemy's weapon of isolation. Through the scriptures of Matthew 28:20 and Ecc…
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Youth ministry isn't a sprint—it's a marathon. In this episode of Youth Worker on Fire, Doug Edwards unpacks the biblical call to run with endurance in ministry, drawing from Hebrews 12:1–2, Isaiah 40:31, and Matthew 11. Through personal stories from 35+ years in student ministry and the inspiring tale of Cliff Young—the 61-year-old farmer who shoc…
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Planting Seeds That Last: Why Your Youth Ministry Work Matters More Than You See
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Do you ever wonder if your work in youth ministry is making a difference? In this episode of Youth Worker on Fire, Doug reminds youth pastors, volunteers, and parents that every late-night prayer and every tear shed is planting eternal seeds—even when you don't see the results right away. Drawing from Galatians 6:9 and 1 Corinthians 3:6–7, Doug sha…
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Do you ever feel invisible in youth ministry—like your work with students doesn't matter? Heaven sees you. And you are not alone. In this powerful episode of Youth Worker on Fire, Doug Edwards reminds youth pastors, volunteers, and parents that God's angel armies are surrounding you as you fight for the hearts of the next generation. Drawing inspir…
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Holy Surprises: Seeing God at Work In Your Life Every Day
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What if God is working around you right now—and you're just not seeing it? In this inspiring episode of Youth Worker on Fire, Doug Edwards explores the idea of "holy surprises"—unexpected moments that reveal God's presence in our ordinary lives. From student mission trips to sidewalk encounters with friends who've survived the impossible, Doug show…
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Ministry in the Valley: Faith, Loss, and Legacy with Mark Fisher
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What do you do when ministry collides with real life—tragedy, grief, and the questions no textbook ever prepared you for? In this powerful episode of Youth Worker on Fire, Doug Edwards reconnects with Mark Fisher, one of his first Campus Life students, to explore some of the hardest lessons learned in youth ministry and beyond. From serving as a ch…
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3: Managing Cognitive Load in the Classroom
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It has been a six-lesson day and there are still lots of jobs to do, but it's time for an afternoon of professional development. This time you'll be learning about managing student cognitive load. You hope to high heaven that the facilitator doesn't fall victim to the ultimate irony... cognitively overloading you! In this episode, I talk about cogn…
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Start Stopping: Breaking Fear, Comparison, and Burnout in Youth Ministry
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Are you running on empty in youth ministry? Stressed, comparing yourself to other churches, and wondering if you're enough? It's time to start stopping. In this episode of Youth Worker on Fire, Doug Edwards gets real about the pressures youth pastors, volunteers, and parents of students face—and the powerful freedom that comes when you stop trying …
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Think 300 Years Ahead: A Vision for Ministry That Lasts
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What if your vision for ministry is way too small? In this powerful episode of Youth Worker on Fire, Doug Edwards challenges you to break free from short-term thinking and start planning—not for the next 5 years, or even 50—but for the next 300 years. With inspiration from global missions, a major automotive company's long-term strategy, and the et…
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The Core of Who You Are: Building Integrity in Youth Ministry
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What happens when the pressure's on, the critics are loud, and the easy thing to do is stay silent? In this powerful episode of Youth Worker on Fire, Doug Edwards dives deep into the question every youth pastor, ministry volunteer, and student leader must ask: "Who am I—really—when no one's watching but God?" Through Scripture (Romans 12:2), person…
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4 Traits Every Unshakable Leader Needs: Humility, Empathy, Poise… and the One Most Forget
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What separates good leaders from great ones? It's not charisma. It's not popularity. It's not even experience. In this deeply inspiring episode of Youth Worker on Fire, Doug Edwards unpacks the 4 leadership traits that every ministry leader, parent, and pastor needs to lead in today's chaotic world—and only one of them is commonly talked about in c…
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Don't Quit Today, QUIT TOMORROW: What Burnout and Spiritual Grit Teach Us About Not Giving Up
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Are you on the edge of burnout? Feeling overwhelmed by spiritual battles, lack of support, or sheer exhaustion? In this powerful episode of Youth Worker on Fire, host Doug Edwards draws unexpected inspiration from a Navy SEAL Team 6 operator, billionaire entrepreneurs, and everyday ministry struggles to share one unforgettable message: "Don't quit …
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