Youth Group Chronicles

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198: Coffin Up a Sermon (Cole Clark & Mackenzie Smolin) Nov 26, 2025

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Sam is joined by Cole Clark and Mackenzie Smolin for an episode packed with the kind of chaos only youth ministry can produce. From a pastor’s bold coffin sermon illustration that went wildly off-script, to a campfire testimony that sparked an extremely awkward misunderstanding, to indoor obstacle courses involving electric fencing, ATV mishaps, late-night cabin nightmares, and a youth trip moment that left a leader questioning life itself—these stories escalate fast and leave you wondering how any of us survived youth group at all…

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197: “WHERE. IS. SHE.” (Buddy Jenkins & John Scarborough) Nov 18, 2025

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This week, Sam is joined by Buddy Jenkins and John Scarborough for one of the wildest mixes of youth group chaos yet. Things kick off with a counselor at camp whose nighttime “episodes” turn an entire cabin into a horror scene, setting the tone for an episode packed with unbelievable moments—from students making questionable decisions with their parents’ grooming tools, to lock-in games that take a terrifying turn in the dark, to towel-war battles gone horribly wrong, to disappearing campers, farm-camp surprises, and even a post-trip revelation no youth pastor ever wants to hear. Buckle up—this one escalates fast, and nothing is what you think it’s going to be…

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196: The Pregnancy Prophecy (Cole Clark & Mackenzie Smolin) Nov 12, 2025

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Sam is joined by Cole Clark and Mackenzie Smolin for a lineup of youth group chaos you won’t believe. From a well-intentioned prayer moment that goes wildly off the rails, to breakdance team disasters, hacked church announcement screens, and the most questionable camp experiences ever, this episode proves that ministry moments don’t always go as planned. Get ready for accidental injuries, cringe-inducing misunderstandings, and stories that will make you grateful these things didn’t happen at your church.

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195: Halloween, Haircuts & Hot Takes | After Hours Series (Cole Clark & Buddy Jenkins) Nov 07, 2025

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In this After Hours bonus episode, Sam is joined by Buddy Jenkins and Cole Clark for a chaotic mix of stories, opinions, and questionable life confessions. From Halloween memories and the wildest things they’ve seen in church, to debating unbelievers, dissecting homeschool culture (including peak homeschool moments and prom takes), and roasting each other’s hair phases, nothing is off-limits. They dive into hunting trip mishaps, argue about when Christmas lights should legally go up, reveal their favorite music artists and cafeteria foods, and even weigh in on Phillip Anthony Mitchell. It’s unfiltered, unplanned, and way too honest—just how After Hours should be.

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194: Welcome to the Splash Zone (Buddy Jenkins & John Scarborough) Nov 05, 2025

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This week on Youth Group Chronicles, Sam is joined by Buddy Jenkins and John Scarborough for a lineup of stories that prove youth ministry is never predictable. From a late-night “attempted kidnapping” that spiraled into a full parent meltdown, to a mysterious intruder shoving students awake in the middle of the night, to a kid secretly producing an entire army of paper cut-out gingerbread criminals, things escalate fast. Sam also hears a story about a pastor’s parent meeting that goes wildly off the rails, a prayer moment that takes an extremely unfortunate turn, and a youth leader whose attempt to maintain order crosses a few too many lines. But nothing tops the chaotic moment that turns an innocent youth event into a full-blown splash zone—courtesy of one fearless middle schooler. Tune in and prepare to be concerned for humanity.

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193: Wet Buns (Cole Clark & Mackenzie Smolin) Oct 29, 2025

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This week, Sam is joined by Cole Clark and Mackenzie Smolin for an episode that might just make your skin crawl. It all kicks off with a story about a bizarre youth group mystery involving a messy bun trend gone terribly wrong. From there, things spiral into fake healings, awkward baptisms, unexpected medical bills, and one seriously painful water activity gone sideways. Camp chaos, church cringe, and jaw-dropping moments—this episode has it all.

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192: "Who's a Good Girl?" (Cole Clark & John Scarborough) Oct 22, 2025

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This week on Youth Group Chronicles, Sam is joined by Cole Clark and John Scarborough for one of the most unforgettable house gatherings ever—let’s just say a tiny dog completely stole the show. From there, things only get wilder with stories of shocking camp confessions, an accidental “art project” that left a permanent mark on the church floor, and a movie night no one will ever unsee. It’s chaotic, it’s unhinged, and it’s exactly why we love youth group stories.

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191: The Mysterious VHS Tape (Cole Clark & Mo Best) Oct 15, 2025

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This week on Youth Group Chronicles, Sam is joined by Cole Clark and Mo Best for a wild lineup of stories that’ll make your jaw drop. From a youth trip that took a seriously creepy turn when a mysterious VHS tape was discovered, to camp chaos involving an unfortunate bathroom incident, and even a ski trip stunt that went horribly wrong, these stories are the kind you can’t make up. Add in a few truly bizarre moments from youth events, and this episode is one you won’t forget.

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190: Sam Moss Tell All | After Hours Series (Ciara Moss & Cole Clark) Oct 11, 2025

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In this After Hours episode, Sam sits down with Cole Clark and his wife, Ciara Moss, for a hilarious and surprisingly personal deep dive into life before Youth Group Chronicles. The crew talks about Sam’s early years running professional live audio, the mysterious secret YouTube channel he once ran, and the story behind Sam and Ciara’s very first kiss. Ciara shares her honest first impression of Sam, Cole admits why he somehow has a key to the nursing mother’s room at church, and everyone weighs in on the early days of CCM, Sam and Ciara’s honeymoon adventures, and their unfiltered thoughts on raw milk.

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189: The Youth Group Furry... (Sha Racks & Buddy Jenkins) Oct 08, 2025

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This week on Youth Group Chronicles, Sam is joined by Sha Racks and Buddy Jenkins for one of the wildest episodes yet. From a VBS volunteer who fully embraced her “animal side” in the most unsettling ways, to a late-night lock-in game that ended with a dramatic twist, these stories prove youth ministry is anything but predictable. You’ll hear about chaotic camp accidents, wildly inappropriate misunderstandings, and one discovery in a church building that no one was prepared for. Buckle up—this episode is packed with the kind of moments you truly have to hear to believe...

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