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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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... See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Youth Group Chronicles, Sam is joined by Cole Clark and John Scarborough for another round of jaw-dropping youth ministry chaos. From a mission trip deep in the jungles of Ecuador that served up a “thank you gift” no one saw coming, to group chats gone wildly wrong, broken bones with bizarre explanations, and one unforgettable dirt bike stunt inside a church, this episode is packed with stories that’ll leave you laughing, cringing, and questioning everything you thought you knew about youth group… See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sam is joined by Mo Best and Cole Clark for an unforgettable episode filled with jaw-dropping youth ministry stories. From a camp tradition that took a shocking turn and ended for good, to wild mishaps involving late-night pizza runs, dangerous games, and even some highly questionable student behavior, this episode captures the chaos, unpredictability, and dark humor that only youth group life can deliver. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sam is joined by Sha Racks and Buddy Jenkins for an episode packed with the kind of wild youth group stories you won’t forget. From a camp prank gone horribly wrong involving body spray to awkward moments during a police officer’s presentation and even a questionable new relationship for a youth pastor, this episode delivers laughs, shock, and the kind of chaos only youth ministry can produce. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this After Hours bonus episode, Sam is joined by Cole Clark and Jon Rush for a laid-back but lively conversation that covers everything from debating favorite airlines and best travel stays to comparing sermon prep routines. The trio dives into their go-to movies and shows, eras of history they’d want to experience, and even their top picks for video games, Marvel movies, political positions, and favorite food types, making for a fun mix of laughs, hot takes, and unexpected insights. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of Youth Group Chronicles, Sam is joined by Cole Clark and John Scarborough for a wild ride through some of the most unbelievable youth ministry moments yet. From a high-stakes camp showdown that ended in a precision “airstrike,” to a purity talk that went completely off the rails, to unexpected chaos at retreats, bathrooms, and bonfires, these stories prove once again that youth group is never boring. Buckle up—this episode is packed with moments you won’t see coming. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of Youth Group Chronicles, Sam is joined by Mo Best and Cole Clark for another round of wild youth ministry stories. From a mid-prayer moment gone horribly wrong, to a student who walked away unfazed after a knife attack, to discovering a camp bunkmate’s disturbing “list,” the chaos doesn’t stop. Add in a car wash stunt gone off the rails, a retreat talk with an unforgettable slip-up, and a youth pastor who accidentally triggered a police incident, and you’ve got an episode packed with the kind of unbelievable stories only youth group can deliver. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of Youth Group Chronicles, Sam is joined by Sha and Buddy to react to some of the wildest youth group stories yet. From a late-night encounter that turned disturbingly awkward, to camp pranks gone way too far, to worship mishaps that left entire crowds stunned, the chaos never stops. You’ll also hear about sledding gone wrong, unforgettable injuries, and even a youth leader with a surprising double life. This one is packed with moments that will leave you shaking your head and laughing out loud. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Keenan Clark and Logan Sears join Sam for a wild lineup of youth group chaos, kicking things off with a camp story that will make you wince every time you walk past a window. From there, the guys swap tales about dangerous prize giveaways, missing kids at massive conferences, volunteers with shocking secrets, and injuries that should’ve never happened on a church trip. This episode is packed with unbelievable moments you’ll have to hear to believe… See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sam is joined by Cole Clark and Sha Racks for a chaotic collection of youth group stories that will make you question every decision ever made in student ministry. From a girl turning a Chick-fil-A lunch into a full-on pepper spray evacuation, to a Christian club icebreaker that accidentally landed a student in the ER, to a nursing home visit that took a disturbingly sharp turn, the chaos doesn’t stop there—add in mission trip bathroom emergencies, mystery ingredients in gross game challenges, and a bowling trip gone terribly wrong, and you’ve got one unforgettable episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this After Hours bonus episode, Sam sits down with Taylor Ransom and Cole Clark for a late-night deep dive into everything from favorite books and Bible verses to go-to drinks and childhood denominations. Things get real crunchy as they swap thoughts on clean living, swap wild conspiracy theories, and even brainstorm survival plans for a Russian invasion. It’s an unfiltered, hilarious, and oddly insightful conversation you won’t want to miss. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week on Youth Group Chronicles, Sam is joined by Taylor Ransom and Isaiah Smallwood for an episode packed with chaos, confusion, and a little too much confidence. From a youth leader who unknowingly sparks a high-speed police encounter, to a kid who discovers the hard way that you can injure yourself during a beanbag stunt, the stories don’t hold back. One student finds himself in a literal hot mess, another ends up in the ER after taking a volleyball to the worst possible place, and one worship singer receives an unforgettable compliment from an unexpected source. But the wildest moment might just come from a lock-in where a student decided to “stay strapped”… in the most youth group way imaginable. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Taylor Ransom and Isaiah Smallwood are back in the studio with Sam for a wild ride through some of the most insane youth group stories yet. From a foosball table injury that sent a student to the ER in the worst way imaginable, to a middle schooler questioning whether his nether regions were dislocated, this episode doesn’t hold back. You'll also hear about a youth leader who accidentally sparked a police chase, a church choir compliment that went way too far, and a bathroom mystery that turned into a steamy nightmare. This one’s packed with chaos, confusion, and the kind of stories you’ll be glad didn’t happen to you. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.