Best Yma Podcasts (2026)

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Episode 181 - Happy New Year 1:15:19

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This week we recap 2025, talk about our thrilling 5-3 victory against Sheffield United on Boxing Day and our ‘not so thrilling’ win against Preston. Roth End on Monday. We discuss the January transfer window, who we think might be leaving the club and what we both think we need to be bringing in to strengthen the squad. We also preview our two game…

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Episode 180 - Merry Christmas 1:07:38

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This week we talk about our away trip down south to face Swansea City on Friday night, how Arthur moves on from what happened, ask whether our lineup is too defensively minded and where is our next win coming from. We discuss the women’s team, how they are getting on in league and cup this season and whether this is their time to shine. We also pre…

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Episode 179 - A Player Who Plays 6 Minutes, CANNOT Get Man Of The Match! 1:21:29

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This week we talk about our dismal away trip to Hull City, Ollie Rathbone rescuing a point for us on Saturday against Watford and Ryan has a rant about Man of the Match. We discuss the new investment in the club from Apollo Sports Capital, how we feel in general, about new minority stakeholders joining the party and we discuss the importance of the…

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Free Resources That Changed How We Do Ministry 29:04

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Ministry Architects has built a library of free, customizable tools that hundreds of church leaders are already using to strengthen their ministries. In this episode, Brandon and Renée walk through over a dozen downloadable resources, including planning guides, evaluation tools, volunteer systems, and digital ministry helps, all designed to give yo…

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Episode 178 - We Love A One All 1:05:33

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This week we talk about another stunning Arthur Okonkwo performance as we take another point on the road at Deepdale against Preston North End. We discuss breaking ground on the new kop, who is better suited to our midfield, George Thomason or Lewis O’Brien and round up the rest of the week’s club news, including someone winning a signed printer! W…

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Episode 177 - Dog-pile 1:14:59

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This week Siân is back in the studio to talk about our double game week following our 2-0 win against Bristol City and the 1-1 draw with Blackburn Rovers. We discuss the goalkeeper situation at Wrexham, what happens when Danny Ward is fit and should Arthur keep his place long term. We also preview our next league game away at Preston North End, Rya…

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Episode 176 - Left Hand Woman 58:07

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This week we talk about our 0-0 draw down in Suffolk against Ipswich Town, how good that point is, and who we think was the man of the match. We discuss the current injury list, Siân updates us on her recent operation and we roundup Wales’ final World Cup qualifying group game. We also preview our 2 home games coming up this week against Bristol Ci…

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The Best Gift You Can Give Your Team This Christmas 36:02

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What if the best gift you could give your team this Christmas is permission to be themselves? Join guests Heather Kenny—ministry coach—and Rob Dyer—senior pastor and comedian from Southern Illinois—as they join host Renée to discuss how leaders can navigate the holiday paradox: the busiest season that also offers unexpected breathing room, where au…

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Episode 175 - Don’t Rattle The Cage 1:04:46

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This week with the international break in full swing we have no Wrexham game to analyse so instead we look ahead to our trip to Portman Road on Saturday to face Ipswich Town as Championship gets back underway. We discuss Wales’ World Cup qualifying games, the injuries to Kieffer Moore & Libby Cacace and Ryan teaches us all another little bit of Wel…

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Episode 174 - Yma O Hyd 1:17:30

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This week we talk about our 4 points from a possible six last week. Our draw down on the south coast in Portsmouth and our tight 1-0 victory against Charlton Athletic on Saturday at the Racecourse. We discuss James McClean’s incident involving some Cardiff fans and his treatment by the media especially at this time of year, and we delve into a bit …

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From High-Capacity Volunteer to Healthy Staff Member: Hiring Well From Within 43:31

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Is it better to hire a new church staff member from the outside, bringing a fresh perspective, or from the inside, leveraging someone who already knows the culture? This episode tackles one of the most common and complex questions in church leadership. Join the Ministry Architects team as they talk with Sara Bailey (Director of the Search Division)…

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Episode 173 - A Week Of Two Halves 1:09:59

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This week we talk about Kieffer Moore’s perfect hat-trick as we put league leaders Coventry City to the sword on Friday night to claim our second home league win in a row. We discuss the hugely disappointing performance in the Carabao Cup 4th round, Parky being in an impossible situation and ask whether we finally have a settled captain at the club…

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Episode 172 - A Few Days Away 52:01

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This week we are spending a few days down in London for some well earned family time so we are recording a slightly shorter than normal episode from our hotel room. But we still have all of the usual stuff as we discuss the win at home to Oxford United and a valuable, if slightly frustrating, point away at Middlesbrough. We also preview two games t…

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The Strategic Leader's Guide to Administrative Support 37:26

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Are you a ministry leader constantly feeling pulled in a million directions, bogged down by administrative tasks that drain your energy and keep you from your true calling? You know you need help, but asking for it feels like a failure, or maybe you believe it's your job to do it all. In this episode, we sit down with seasoned ministry leaders Davi…

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Episode 171 - The Death Of “What If” 1:11:14

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TRIGGER WARNING: If you don’t want to listen to a middle age man moaning about the football team he loves, then maybe this isn’t the episode for you. We discuss our trip to Stoke, a possible tweak to our formation moving forward, and that Sorba Thomas’ celebration. We also preview our next two Championship games at home to Oxford United and away at…

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Episode 170 - Out Of The Jungle, Into The Circus 1:17:32

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With the international break in full swing we take the opportunity to look back over the first 9 games of the season, get some of the listeners opinions and discuss whether our expectations have changed based on what we have seen so far. We discuss Jay Rodriguez future at Wrexham, tickets for international fans, the Giants beating the Eagles and th…

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Is Your Goal Setting Killing Your Ministry? 55:09

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Join our hosts and our special guests, Dr. Gabby Cudjoe Wilkes and Trey Wince, for a transformative conversation that will give you permission to rethink your entire approach to goals. Discover why the traditional playbook often fails in a ministry context and learn how to shift from shame-inducing output goals to life-giving habits, systems, and s…

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Episode 169 - 3 Draws In A Row 1:10:45

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This week we talk about our hard fought draw at the King Power Stadium against Leicester City, and Friday night under the lights back at the Stōk Cae Ras as we drew 1-1 for the 3rd game running against Birmingham City. We discuss the latest update on the kop construction, more questions than answers about how we are going to use Nathan Broadhead th…

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Episode 168 - It Is What It Is 1:11:14

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This week we talk about our draw with Derby County on Saturday, our victory against Reading in the Carabao Cup and the perfect draw for the 4th round. We discuss the latest update on the kop construction, plans for a Joey Jones mural in the side of the Turf and Phil Parkinson getting the freedom of Wrexham. We also look ahead to two games this week…

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The KidMin Tech Playbook: A Guide to Connecting with Parents & Equipping Volunteers 36:11

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From social media strategy and volunteer training to the very tools we use on Sunday morning, technology is woven into the fabric of modern ministry. But are we using it effectively? How do we navigate the learning curves, avoid the pitfalls, and truly partner with families in a digital age? In this episode, we sit down with author and ministry lea…

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Episode 167 - Sexy Route One 1:09:07

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This week we talk our second away win of the season against Norwich City, a superb brace from Josh Windass and Issa Kabore’s excellent debut for the club. We discuss Arthur Okonkwo, our final problem of where to fit Nathan Broadhead into the team and reveal some exciting news for the podcast. We also look ahead to two games this week as we face Rea…

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Episode 166 - A Soft Touch 1:09:11

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This week we talk the ticket ballot for home games. Is it effecting the atmosphere at the Racecourse? And is it the fairest way to decide who gets to go to games? We discuss our third defeat of the season as QPR visited the Cae Ras and ran all the way home to West London with the 3 points, becoming the third team to score 3 goals against us at home…

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The Classroom or the Calling: What Prepares You for a Deeper Ministry Impact? 44:37

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Is the local church enough for deep theological learning, or is formal education essential for ministry leadership? What if you feel called to more but seminary isn't an option? In this episode, we tackle the critical and often-debated topic of continuing education for ministry leaders. Joined by guests Lesleigh Carmichael and Bianca Howard, we exp…

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Episode 165 - We Have A Baller 1:18:10

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This week round-up all of the transfer deadline day business, some back to back to backers heading out the door, top quality signings and Issa Kabore’s leopard print pants. We discuss the squad announcement, who made it in, who missed out, and who will take the final spot. We also look ahead to our Championship game against Queens Park Rangers, rea…

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Episode 164 - Buy The Guy A Big Mac! 1:06:49

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This week we look back at our first league win of the season away at Millwall, our first clean sheet, an improved 2nd half display and the ugly looking injury to Danny Ward. We also discuss the Carabao Cup second round victory against Preston and getting drawn at home to Reading in the 3rd round. No game coming up this week so we talk about the int…

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Episode 163 - Time To Gel? 1:04:38

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This week we look back at our home game with Sheffield Wednesday on Saturday, a worrying trend developing, allowing Barry Bannan to run the show in the second half and a bit of a flat atmosphere at the Racecourse. We discuss the Callum Doyle transfer, ask whether 10 signings is too many and are they going to take a while to gel. We also look ahead …

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Are Your Milestones More Tradition Than Transformation? Creating Moments That Last 45:38

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Are church milestones just traditions, or do they hold the power to shape faith and engage families? In this episode, we explore how to create a "theology of milestones" that moves beyond one-off events to become a core part of your discipleship journey. Joined by family ministry experts Elaine Pendergrass and Werner Ramirez, discover why celebrati…

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Episode 162 - The Big Money Reds 1:11:41

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This week we look back at our home game with West Brom, a surprising return to the first team for Kieffer Moore and learning a lesson to never make fun of an opposing player who is just about to be subbed on. We discuss the Nathan Broadhead transfer, a few players leaving the club and an Ollie Palmer inspired Carabao Cup first round win against Hul…

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Episode 161 - Stick That In Your Documentary 1:14:35

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This week we look back at our season opener away at Southampton, coming so close to victory. getting abused Southampton fans and paying £7.30 a pint at St. Mary’s. We discuss the Nathan Broadhead transfer situation, new signing Kieffer Moore’s injury and read out all of your comments. We also look ahead to our EFL Cup first round match with Hull Ci…

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Should Pastors and Staff Join Small Groups? Navigating Guilt, Obligation, and Soul Care 41:12

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Are small groups a non-negotiable for pastors and staff? This episode tackles the sensitive topic of staff participation, exploring how to foster genuine community while protecting your own soul. Guests Phyllis Kim Myung, a Lead Pastor in LA, and our very own Mike Crain join the conversation to unpack the nuance. Full Show Notes and Resources…

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Episode 160 - Fastest Finger First 1:08:11

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This week we look ahead to our first game of the season away at St Mary’s to face Southampton. Out first game back in the second tier since 1982. We discuss the arrival of Conor Coady at the club, ask whether the Nathan Broadhead deal is well and truly ‘dead in the water’, and whether Kieffer Moore is about to be unveiled as our latest signing. We …

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Episode 159 - Goodbye To A Club Legend 52:47

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This week we pay tribute to club legend and absolute hero Joey Jones after he sadly passed away last week at the age of 70. We discuss a whole host of new signings as Josh Windass, George Thomason and Lewis O’Brien join the club, as well as a few more curveball transfer rumours doing the rounds. We also look at two more teams that we are set to fac…

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Episode 71: Live at YMA 2025 52:25

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The 2025 live presentation at Young Musicians and Artists! If you'd like to see more antics, especially from Raúl's game near the end, go search on our YouTube channel! Subscribe to Keep Classical Weird. And if this sounds like a magical and fun camp for your student (it super is,) look into the dates for 2026! The website is ymaarts.org. Stay safe…

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Why Big Events Don't Always Bring Big Impact—And How to Fix Them 49:24

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Today we're joined by guests Candi Cylar and James Warren to unpack what keeps people coming back to churches and ministries. The conversation draws from decades of ministry leadership, event planning, and hands-on experience with church growth, all aimed to equip pastors, church leaders, and volunteers—especially those serving in small or plateaue…

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Episode 158 - All The Way From Sunny Ibiza 56:43

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This week we talk about the final two games of the Australia and New Zealand tour against Sydney FC and Wellington Phoenix and ask if the club are making the best use of pre season by travelling abroad. We discuss new signing Liberato Cacace, a few more transfer rumours that are brewing and the release of the new Wrexham AFC away shirt. We also loo…

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Episode 157 - A Sea Of Red 1:01:25

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This week we talk about the release of the new Wrexham AFC home shirt and training gear, the opening of the brand new club shop and Dick’s in America accidentally leaking pictures of the 25/26 away shirt. We discuss opening game of the tour against Melbourne Victory as well looking ahead to two games this week against Sydney FC AND wellington Phoen…

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The Unseen Ministry Partner: Why Your Building Design Matters More Than You Realize 40:22

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In this episode, we are joined by Derek DeGroot, President of Aspen Group, to explore the overlooked yet essential role of physical space in church ministry. Drawing from Derek's expertise as a licensed architect dedicated to designing and building church spaces, the discussion encompasses sacred stewardship, the intersection of tradition and innov…

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Episode 156 - Jack ‘Chippy Tea’ 1:10:53

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This week we talk about the tour of Australia & New Zealand with special guest Chris Rouse from The Wrexham Roundup. He tells us about the standard of football in the A League, what we can expect from the games and what might be lurking under the toilet seat if you following the team out to Australia! We discuss new signing Danny Ward, how ChatGPT …

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Episode 155 - Kick It Sam! 1:02:49

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This week we talk about the season finale of Welcome to Wrexham, the season run-in, Humphrey’s nipples and Rob’s motivational speech. We discuss the release of next years fixtures, say au revoir to Paul Mullin as he departs on loan to Wigan and talk about another transfer rumour. We also look at two more teams that we are set to face in the Champio…

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Episode 154 - The Ryan’s Are Taking Over 1:02:15

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This week we talk about our first new signing of the summer as we welcome Ryan Hardie to the club. What do we think our best front 2 is following his arrival, We discuss episode 7 of Welcome to Wrexham, another transfer rumours with Owen Beck under the spotlight and we take a look at the gossip column which is all about Paul Mullin’s proposed loan …

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Is Your Church a Place Where Kids in Foster Care Truly Belong? 37:36

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In this episode of the Ministry Architects podcast, hosts Renee Wilson and Brandon Collins are joined by Keith Cureton, CEO of Bethany Christian Services. They dive deep into the urgent need for foster care and how churches and individuals can transform children's lives. Full Show Notes

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Episode 153 - Head & Heart 1:08:08

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This week we talk about Episode 6 of ‘Welcome to Wrexham’. Is it the end of Mullin & Palmer’s time at Wrexham, Shaun Harvey’s dad dancing and the strength in the face of adversity of young Archie. We discuss some more transfer rumours with Ryan Hardie & Danny Ings under the spotlight and we give another ground redevelopment update. We also look at …

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Episode 152 - Up The ‘Half A Billion Dollar’ Reds 1:03:25

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This week we talk about the Bloomberg article valuing the club at $475 million and how we feel about a multi ownership model at Wrexham. We discuss some more transfer rumours with Lewis Travis and Danny Ward under the spotlight, what we actually need from the transfer window and how have the men’s & women’s TST campaigns unfolded. We also look at t…

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How to Ensure Your Next Conference Is a Game-Changer, Not a Time Sink 42:40

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In this value-packed episode, we dive deep into the world of ministry conferences, exploring everything from maximizing the conference experience for church teams to building meaningful connections. We discuss practical tips for both attendees and presenters, share strategies for implementing conference learnings, and offer guidance on selecting th…

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Episode 151 - The Underdogs 1:06:22

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This week we talk about Wrexham becoming the underdogs next season for the first time since Phil Parkinson became manager and run through some stats to freak everyone out a little bit about us in the Championship. We discuss the Ben Davies transfer rumour, the club potentially dipping into the loan market and what that could mean for the club long …

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Episode 150 - Disney FC 1:06:06

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This week we talk about episode 3 of Welcome to Wrexham, our Disney FC label and why we should be leaning into it a bit more. We discuss the Tom Lawrence transfer rumour, the ongoing renovations at the Racecourse and Siân gives us an update on her season ticket relocation. We also look at two more teams that we are set to face in the Championship n…

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Ready for Anything: How to Equip Your Ministry for Unexpected Disasters 41:02

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In this important episode, host Renée Wilson talks with Laura Addis and Anthony Prince about powerful, real-world experiences and insights from leading churches through devastating natural disasters. Laura Addis recounts her church's response to Hurricane Helene in Asheville, North Carolina (September 2024), while Anthony Prince shares lessons lear…

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Episode 149 - No No Shock 1:00:43

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This week we look through the retained list, the sad departure of a Wrexham cult hero, a model professional goalkeeper & a lad who is “one of our own”. We talk about the first 2 episodes of Welcome to Wrexham, discuss the latest transfer rumours and announce the winners of this years ‘Me, the Wife and Wrexham AFC ‘ awards. We also preview two teams…

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The Surprising Case for Ministry Podcasting: A Practical Guide for Church Leaders 46:43

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In this episode, Brandon and Renee chat with Todd Hixenbaugh, a ministry leader and podcaster, about the relevance, strategy, and practicalities of using podcasts as a tool for church ministry and communication. They explore current trends, audience engagement, content repurposing, and how to view podcasting as an integral part of ministry efforts.…

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Episode 148 - No Room For Sentiment 1:09:25

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As we close the door on another historic season we look back at our 24th clean sheet of the season as we beat Lincoln 2-0 on the final day. We talk fancy dress, The Daily Express Sport’s ludicrous Wrexham article and announce the categories for the annual ‘Me, the Wife & Wrexham AFC’ awards. We also take another peak at what lies ahead in the Champ…