The StoryMakers Podcast

Episode 19: Bible Scholar Says the Book of Daniel Is Actually Full of Hope for Kids

Join Mel on a deep dive through the Book of Daniel with Dr. Brennan Breed. This episode explores the deep landscape of the Bible with sparks of curiosity and insight. Daniel is full of hope and there are easy ways to share this story with your kids.

Episode 18: Singing the Same Old Song

Join Mel and Elisa for a candid chat about “Mama Sing My Song". This episode explores God’s nature of surprise and wonder as we grow into our creativity. Elisa is a musician, mama, and business owner to Mama Sing My Song – you may know them from Shark Tank. Tune in for an episode full of laughs and curiosities.

Episode 17: Sparking Curiousity for the Next Generation

Sparking curiosity for teens is easy when you TUNE IN with curiosity. In this episode, Myra Garnes shares wisdom and hope for teens. There are many ways to connect, if "grownups" tune in with ease.

Episode 16: The Power of Art and Storytelling

Tom Cozen is a film Director and Founder of Owl in Space. He shares his wisdom, faith, and visual language with StoryMakers. Mel and Tom share their heartbeat when it comes to faith formation through the art of storytelling. You won’t want to miss this episode!

Episode 15: The Gospel is for Moms Too

Join Mel and the founders of Mom Life Ministries: Melanie and Christy. Moms – you won't want to miss this episode of encouragement. Melanie and Christy are moms, best friends, and faith leaders who are shepherding mothers across the country. They are offering community and Gospel hope.
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Episode 14: Stories in the Widowed Places

Mel sits with Robbie Gaines, co-founder of HopeWords. Together they explore what it means to experience story through “The Widowed Place.” Robbie is a pastor, father, and gatherer to HopeWords. His insight and wisdom are a gift. Don’t miss this dose of encouragement.

Episode 13: Are the Stories Enough? with Rev. Aaron Zimmerman

Have you ever wondered, "Is God's story enough?" If you or your kids have ever asked this question, you’ll want to tune into our latest drop for some helpful perspective and encouragement. Rev. Aaron Zimmerman is a founding board member of StoryMakers and the Rector of St. Alban's Church in Waco, Texas. In this episode, Aaron shares why we grown-ups can trust the stories and how we can communicate about the Bible with our kids.

Episode 12: Stories Are Upside Down

God's story is FULL of exciting plot twists. Join us for an exciting episode with Fr. Jon Jameson, musician turned priest.

Episode 11: The Old Story

Is the Bible an exciting adventure? Tune in for an interesting and fun chat on the Old Story. Join Mel and Chad Bird, Biblical Scholar, to discover how to engage the Bible's text with ease. If you are someone who wonders where to even begin, this episode is for you. Chad Bird is an incredible writer, and at the heart of it all, a storyteller that whispers hope to all that read his work.

Episode 10: Grace in Parenting: Daughters

Join us for a conversation with the Rev. Matthew Hoskinson. If you are a dad wondering what it means to shepherd your kids through faith, this is the episode for you. Matthew shares his faith story with StoryMakers. He is the dynamic director of an innovative, interdenominational urban ministry institute. Listen in on how Grace impacts your approach in parenting.