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The Scoutmaster Minute Podcast
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Episodes on leadership, Wood Badge and troop life from The Scoutmaster Minute.
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SMMPodcast # 107- Merry Christmas
Welcome back to the SMMPodcast. In this show we ask the question; "Is this the last show?" You tell me. We also discuss the tragic events in Connecticut and wonder what we can do to help. And of course… a Very Merry Christmas to one and all.
SMMPodcast #106 – Relevance
Welcome back to the SMMPodcast. In this show we discuss a topic that seems to be on many Scouters minds, Is Scouting still Relevant? Listen in as I share some of my thoughts on the issue. This show is brought to you by Badge Magic.
SMM105 – Recruiting and Retention
Welcome back to the SMMPodcast, after a long break we are back at it and talking Scouting. In this episode, we talk about Recruiting and Retention. It's about that time of the year to start thinking recharter and recruiting for the coming year.
SMMPodcast #104
Welcome back to the SMMPodcast, we dusted off the mic and got back to talking Scouting! We are trying out a new segment.. "The Mobile Thought".. In this show, we talk about Reverence, Troop Elections, and Youth Leadership. Hope you enjoy the show.
SMM103- Talking with Bob
In this show I have a lengthy chat with a fellow Scoutmaster and great Friend Bob Pierce. Join us as we talk a little bit about everything. Jamboree, Dutch oven cooking, Troop Guides, JLT, Anuual planning, Parents and Philmont just to cover some of the bases.
SMMPodcast #102 – Teresa
Join me on a hike with my very best friend, a new Eagle Scout Mom, my wife. We talk about advice for new Scout parents and fitness. Hope you enjoy the show. Leave feedback or drop us an email. Have a Great Scouting Day! Join the forum discussion on this post
Founders Day – SMM101
Today is Founders Day. In this show we talk a bit about founders day and hear a word from the Scouting's Secretary General, Luc Panissod. We also talk about vision and why Scouting is important to me. Plus a cool song I picked up along the way.
SMMPodcast Show 100!
Ok.. it's finally here.. Show 100! Before you download or listen to the show.. you need to go to the Blog (thescoutmasterminute.net) and get your 3 D glasses. Print these glasses.. you will be needing them for the SMMPodcast SHOW 100!
SMMPodcast #99
Welcome Back, In this show we talk about a new Charter, My Son's Eagle Award, and Christmas. The music at the end of the show is provided by the Reynolds High School Symphony and Winds Ensemble playimg "What Child is this".
SMMPodcast # 98 Gear Q&A (opens in a new tab)
Welcome back, in this show we answer a listeners email on gear. It is a peek into some of the gear I take and why. Hope you enjoy the show. I am looking for help with the 100th Show.. drop a voice mail to the SMMVoicemail Box by calling 503.308.8297 or you can email me…
SMM #97 Shakedowns, Winter eats, and Service
Howdy, welcome back. This is show #97 and we are talking about conducting shakedowns for your next adventure, a great reciepe for filling up a cold belly, and providing service opportunities for our Scouts during this season of giving thanks.
SMMPodcast #96 -The Scoutmaster Conference LIVE
Welcome Back! In this show you will listen in on a class I taught at our Councils Program and Training Conference. This class is on the Scoutmaster Conference. I used the National Supplemental training on the subject and if you would like to follow along with the slides from the class you can download them…
Are you a gram weenie? (opens in a new tab)
Welcome back, this is show #95! sorry for the long wait, but… well.. you know. This show talks about shaving weight and volume in your backpack. Don't forget to leave some feedback. This show is sponsored by the Boy Scout Store . Have a Great Scouting Day! Join the forum discussion on this post
SMMPodcast # 94- Where do we go now?
After a month without putting out a show… here is show #94. In this show we talk about where we go from here, annual planning and a Fantastic year of Scouting! Sponsored by ClassB.com Enjoy the Show. Have a Great Scouting Day! Join the forum discussion on this post Share with Others:
SMMPodcast # 93 – Chatting with the SPL
Summer Camp is now over and its all about the memories, lessons, and fun that we had. In this show I talk with the SPL of my Troop. I must say, he's probably the best guest I have ever had on the show.
SMM92- Summer Camp and Annual Planning
In this show we talk about Summer Camp!! Incentives for older Scouts and getting younger guys to attend. We also talk a little about the Annual planning conference and coaching the Scouts to a successful year of Scouting! This show is brought to you by Badge Magic .
SMMPodcast # 91- Sports, Eagles, and Chess anyone?
This is show 91.. the countdown to 100 has begun! In this show we talk about Sports and Scouting, Young Eagles, A new merit badge, and taking a Scouting break. This show is sponsored by the Other Scoutmaster's Handbook . Have a Great Scouting Day! Join the forum discussion on this post Share with Others:
SMMPodcast #90 – Tweet3 Q&A
It's the 90th Show and this time its all about what you want to know. A few weeks back I ask you to send in your "Tweet3″. 3 Questions that you wanted answered. Well, here it is. That and some updates and information about whats going on in my Scouting world.
SMMpodcast #89 Training, Promises, and Serendipity
In this show we talk about Troop Junior Leader Training, Delivering the Promise of Scouting, and Finding that life of serendipity from my hero Green Bar Bill. Leave me feedback, drop and email, or leave a comment letting me know what you think.
SMMPodcast # 88 Stove and Stuff
Welcome back.. I need to apologize for the audio quality of the first part of this show.. The F150 studio was louder than usual. In this show we talk about Stoves and other Stuff including a great Ordeal Weekend with our Lodge.
SMMPodcast #87 Annual Meetings
Welcome back to this weeks SMMPodcast. This week I share some thoughts about the 2011 Annual Meetings of the Boy Scouts of America. It was a fantastic experience. This weeks Podcast is sponsored by The Other Scoutmaster's Handbook . A couple take home points from the meetings.
Reflections SMMPodcast # 86
In this show I share some reflections on the past Wood Badge Course and of a young man that is being presented his Eagle Award. This weeks Blog Roll is Bobwhites Blather . I really enjoy this blog and encourage you to check it out!
Patrol Spirit SMM #85
In this show we talk about Patrol Spirit and how it moves the Patrol to becoming a High Performance Team! This show is sponsored by The Boy Scout Store . Be sure to let us know what you think about the Podcast.
SMMPodcast #84 – Chattin' with Adam
Many of you that follow the Scouter gang on Twitter and at PTCMedia know my good buddy Scouter Adam. Well, Adam got stuck in the F150 recording studio with me on our way home from Wood Badge. This is our chat on the way home.
A Scout is Reverent SMMPodcast #83
In this show we explore ways that we can encourage our Scouts to find their faith. A Scout is Reverent, so how do we help them practice it? In this show we also start our new segment Blog Roll! This show is sponsored by the Other Scoutmaster Handbook Enjoy the Show!
Youth Protection and recharter? SMMPodcast 82
This is Show #82 and I am joined by our District Commissioner and our Program Vice Chair in a discussion about Youth Protection and how it effected recharter. Listen in and then weigh in by leaving a comment, feedback, or a voicemail to the SMMVoice mail 503 308 8297.
The 50 Miler w/ Ken Hall
In this show I sit down with District Trainer and avid Backpacker Ken Hall and discuss planning the 50 miler. Lots of great information for planning your next long trip, or short trip too. Leave feeback or drop an email.
Serving to Lead SMMPodcast # 80
In this show we talk about Servant leadership and ask the questions that make every leader successful! We answer a Listener email and talk about forming Patrols and the examples we set as Scoutmasters! Thanks for listening. This show is sponsored by Badge Magic .
Den Chiefs SMMPodcast # 79
In this show we talk about Den Chiefs and the asset they are to your Troop! This show is sponsored by ClassB.com Let us Feedback by shooting us an email , dropping a note on the Blog or using our new SMMVoicemail..
Keeping them engaged SMMPodcast #78
In this show we talk about keeping your Scouts engaged in the program. We also talk a little about Founders Day! This show is sponsored by The Boy Scout Store. Leave us some feedback at the Blog and on iTunes..
Maturity? – SMMPodcast #77
In this show we tackle the question "Are we the judge of Maturity?".. we also talk about Patrol meetings and announce the winner of the SMMPodcast pick in the Show Your Scout Spirit Contest! This show is sponsored by Badge Magic Join the forum discussion on this post Share with Others:
Gloves and Leadership SMMPodcast # 76
Continuing with some winter camping tips, I talk a bit about gloves and just how important they are for your next winter camping adventure. Then we talk about developing young Patrol leaders. Gloves and Leaders.. they go hand in hand..
Planning your next Adventure- SMM #75
This week at the SMMPodcast we talk about planning your next Adventure, I talk about the great experience that I am having being a Wood Badge Staffer… The next adventure stuff.. real good information. This show is sponsored by the Boy Scout Store .
Wagging the Dog – SMMPodcast # 74
This week on the SMMPodcast we talk a bit more about staying warm on winter camp outs and how we are ‘Wagging the Dog' when it comes to Scouting! Enjoy the Show! This show is sponsored by Badge Magic ! Leave us Feedback or drop us a note @ [email protected] Have a Great Scouting Day!
Training for the Cold – SMM #73
In this show we talk about training Patrol Leaders to work in the Patrol Method and training Scouts to camp in the Cold. Lessons that I have learned for the coming year, and a meassage about "HONOR"! Thanks for Listening, I appreciate it. Join the forum discussion on this post Share with Others:
Reflections SMMPodcast # 72
2010 was a Fantastic year of Scouting. The year of celebration led us to telling Scouting's Story, meeting new friends and reconnecting with Scouts and Scouters of days gone by. This show is a few reflections of the year of celebration from Scoutmaster Jerry.
SMMPodcast # 71 – Coaching the PLC
A Scout led Troop lives and dies with the PLC. Success can be found when the young leaders of the Patrol Leaders Council are well coached. Scoutmasters are the coaches of the PLC and in order for them to be a high performance team they need to be allowed to plan and work their plan..
SMM Show #70 – What would You do?
Welcome back… in this show Scoutmaster Jerry answers the question "What would You do?" from the Scouting Mag. column. I have often sent in answers and questions and never have had mine picked.. so here you go.. here is my chance to answer a few questions from Scouting Magazine.
SMMPodcast # 69 – Sleeping Well
Welcome Back to the SMMPodcast, in this episode I talk about Sleeping well. We spend a great deal of time while camping sleeping and eating. Here are some tips to help you sleep well during your camping adventures. Leave Feedback for the show here, at the blog , or drop me an email !
SMMPodcast #68 – Interview with Alvin Townley
Welcome back to the SMMPodcast! In this show I have a chat with the author of Legacy of Honor and Spirit of Adventure, Alvin Townley. His books have been an inspiration with the Scouting community and his message is timeless.
SMMPodcast #67 – ASMs and Troop Discipline
Welcome back to the SMMPodcast. In this show we answer an email from a listerner wanting to know about how we use our Assistant Scoutmasters. We also dive into a little Troop Discipline talk. Let me know what you think.
SMM #66 Talking Backpacking Food
In Backpacking meals are an important of your trail experience. There are as many ways to go about planning and preparing meals as there are trails. As promised in the podcast here are some of the resources mentioned and gear that we use as well as meal ideas and items that I typically eat on…
SMM Podcast # 65 – The OA (opens in a new tab)
Welcome back to the SMM Podcast, in this show we talk about the Order of the Arrow. Scouting National Honor Society has been an official program of the BSA since 1948 and promotes leadership, service, and Brotherhood within the Scoutin program.
SMM 64 – Talking Boy Scout Stuff!
Welcome Back to the SMM Podcast. In this show I had the priveledge of chatting with a great group of Scouters. We have decided to hold a monthly "BOY SCOUT" topic chat session here at PTCMedia. This was the first, and of course as the host, I hit the record button once the chat room…
SMM 63- 5 Points to a successful year
Welcome back! In this show we talk about the 5 key elements that a Scouter needs to pay attention to for a successful year. Meetings, hikes, camp outs, service projects, and advancement will keep you on track for a great year of Scouting..
SMM Podcast Show 62 – If you Build it…
Welcome back to the SMM Podcast, in this show we talk about building your program. Recruiting and retention are big topics, especially this time of the year. If you build a great program, they will come to it and stay.
SMM 61- Chatting with Shannon at the National Jamboree
We are back from the National Jamboree, and now its time to share. This recording is from the July 31st recording that Shannon, from the MISS Show and I did while at Jambo. We will talk more about Jamboree in the future.
SMM Special Jamboree Edition 1
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SMM 60 – Jamboree Edition… the story starts here!
Welcome back to the Scoutmaster Minute. This show is short and sweet, it is the introduction to a series of Special Editions that will be brought to you from the 2010 National Scout Jamboree at Ft. A.P. Hill! Listen in and share the experience of a life time!