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This edition of the Scoutmaster Podcast features a discussion of what all Scoutmasters should be trained to do from someone who ought to know exactly what that is.  All this and you messages in the mailbag. Mike Malone's book Four Percent Win Davis's book Men of Schiff The video of Green Bar Bill discussed in the podcast. Read 'page nine' in this post 

This edition of the Scoutmaster Podcast features a discussion of the Main Aim and email answers about who appoints some youth positions, who signs requirements and a youth protection question. All this and you messages in the mailbag.

This edition of the Scoutmaster Podcast features a discussion of the dreaded "Troop Program Death Spiral" (dramatic isn't it?) and an answer to a related email question. All this and your messages in the mailbag. Remember to have a look at Clarke's new book! Thoughts on Scouting

This edition of the Scoutmaster Podcast I join Frank Maynard and Walter Underwood for a discussion about the recent change to BSA membership policy. Our aim is to look at the process, the vote, and lend some assistance and advice to Scouters who may be encountering difficulties arising form the change. All of this and your messages in the mailbag. Membership Policy Resources You'll find the voting members document we mentioned here The letter from R. Chip Turner, chairman of the BSA Religious Relationships Task Force and past president of the Association of Baptists for Scouting

This edition of the Scoutmaster Podcast the mailbag is overflowing and we'll discuss the Membership Standards Review information and this week's vote at the BSA national meeting. Links in this Podcast: Membership standards review information - (the PDF and Video mentioned in the podcast.) ScoutCircle ScoutmasterCG YouTube Channel

This edition of the Scoutmaster Podcast we discuss how Scouters and parents can prevent and treat homesickness. There's also an answer to an email question about the the ratio if adults to Scouts on camping trips. We wrap things up with belated (honestly, is there any other kind?) good wishes for Scouting moms on mother's day.  All this and your messages in the mailbag. Links in this Podcast: ScoutCircle ScoutmasterCG YouTube Channel

This edition of the Scoutmaster Podcast features an interview with Scout's Australia National Youth Council Chair Chris Neilsen. We discuss the place of organized youth voice and Scouting and Chris shares a bit about Scouting in Australia. All this and your messages in the mailbag! Links in this Podcast: ScoutCircle ScoutmasterCG YouTube Channel

In this edition of the Scoutmaster Podcast we feature our second installment of The Colorado Experiment, the story of a new Scoutmaster and a new troop. All this and your messages in the mailbag! Links in this Podcast: ScoutCircle ScoutmasterCG YouTube Channel

In this edition of the Scoutmaster Podcast we answer emails about the membership standards resolution, a Scout who's being bullied and picked on, wearing the Eagle Mentor pin, another blue card problem, and Scouts who are picky eaters. All this and your messages in the mailbag! Links in this Podcast: ScoutCircle Kevin Callan's Book Dazed but Not Confused: Tales of a Wilderness Wanderer ScoutmasterCG YouTube Channel

In this edition of the Scoutmaster Podcast we talk about this month's ScoutCircle, reiterate how Scouting cooperates with the family in matters of discipline and behavior, and answer a question about the Toten' Chip card. All this and your messages in the mailbag! Links in this Podcast: April ScoutCircle details Kevin Callan's Book Dazed but Not Confused: Tales of a Wilderness Wanderer

In this edition of the Scoutmaster Podcast it's time, once again, for another Scoutmaster Panel Discussion! Larry and Tom join me to discuss program evaluation tools and how we keep up with how well we are doing our work as Scoutmasters (or as any Scouting volunteer). All this and your messages in the mailbag! Links in this Podcast: April ScoutCircle details Kevin Callan's Book Dazed but Not Confused: Tales of a Wilderness Wanderer

In this edition of the Scoutmaster podcast we introduce 'The Colorado Experiment' with new Scoutmaster Arlen Ward, we'll be checking in with Arlen from time to time to see how his newly chartered troop is coming along. All this and your messages in the mailbag! Links in this Podcast: What I Wish Every Scout Parent Understood April ScoutCircle details Kevin Callan's Book Dazed but Not Confused: Tales of a Wilderness Wanderer

In this Podcast we discuss the difference between planning and preparing, and answer an email question about patrols Links in this Podcast: 23 Leadership Questions Leadership Self-Evaluation April ScoutCircle details Kevin Callan's Book Dazed but Not Confused: Tales of a Wilderness Wanderer

In this Podcast we discuss the difference between planning and preparing, and answer an email question about patrols Links in this Podcast: Working the Patrol Method (my review with links to purchase the book)

In this Podcast we answer email questions about the advisability withholding boards of review if rechartering fees aren't paid, how to work with helicopter parents, and some ideas about getting Scouts and parents to attend a troop court of honor. The March ScoutCircle  features Frank Maynard, troop committee chairman and blogger at Bobwhite Blather.  Listen to Frank's presentation concerning the troop committee at ScoutCircle.org. This edition of the Scoutmaster Podcast is Sponsored by