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The Official Average Boy Podcast

Focus On The Family

Kids 8 to 12 years old can laugh together and learn about God with this Christian podcast for families. Hosted by Focus on the Family Clubhouse magazine editor Jesse Florea and Christian comedian Bob Smiley, each episode is packed with faith-building fun and family entertainment. This family podcast is about forgiveness, God’s love, prayer, respect, self-control, setting goals, volunteering, and finding your worth in Christ. And to make family time super fun, download the Devotions for Super Average Families. Plus lots of other fun resources just for kids.

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United States

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Kids 8 to 12 years old can laugh together and learn about God with this Christian podcast for families. Hosted by Focus on the Family Clubhouse magazine editor Jesse Florea and Christian comedian Bob Smiley, each episode is packed with faith-building fun and family entertainment. This family podcast is about forgiveness, God’s love, prayer, respect, self-control, setting goals, volunteering, and finding your worth in Christ. And to make family time super fun, download the Devotions for Super Average Families. Plus lots of other fun resources just for kids.

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English


Episodes
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Official Average Boy Podcast #93

9/27/2024
Average Boy is super excited about the release of his new book, Average Boy’s Above Average Summer. Not only is it funny, but it has so many uses, such as breaking lawn ornaments and propping open windows. AB shares how he met his neighbor, Mr. Polvado, who has become a mentor in his life. Mr. Polvado also played a big part in the new book, so Bob really wants to know what he thinks of it. Bob and Jesse end by answering a listener question about their favorite disciple and book of the Bible. Click here to see the new Average Boy book title and cover! Click here to visit the Average Boy Store to gain access to books, devotionals, subscriptions to Clubhouse Magazine, and much more! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

Duration:00:21:51

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Official Average Boy Podcast #92

8/30/2024
Average Boy gets a birdie! No, he’s not golfing; he’s birdwatching with his grandfather. Of course, they are riding in a golf cart because that’s how you birdwatch in Texas. Speaking of Texas, they get attacked by Texas-sized mosquitos before actually seeing a goshawk! It’s a crazy adventure that ends with questions from listeners on how to get more into the Bible every day and whether a friend can be trusted with a secret. Click here to see the new Average Boy book title and cover! Click here to visit the Average Boy Store to gain access to books, devotionals, subscriptions to Clubhouse Magazine, and much more! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

Duration:00:20:29

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Official Average Boy Podcast #91

7/26/2024
Average Boy’s youth group holds a team triathlon, so AB, Billy and Sarah sign up to race. Billy takes the bike leg. Sarah dives in to swim, and Bob finishes up as the runner. When Sarah turns out to be more submarine than swimmer, can AB take the team to victory? Or will Donny rundown and run over the competition? Bob and Jesse also hear from a listener who wants to know if they’ve ever read the whole Bible. Click here to see the new Average Boy book title and cover! Click here to visit the Average Boy Store to gain access to books, devotionals, subscriptions to Clubhouse Magazine, and much more! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

Duration:00:20:35

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Official Average Boy Podcast #90

6/28/2024
It’s the last day of school, and Average Boy almost sleeps through the final bell. But it’s not his fault the clock in math class is busted . . . or is it? Bob points out the different ways girls laugh, and then he shares some listener jokes that make everyone laugh. Bob and Jesse also help a listener learn how to deal with rumors. Finally, Bob unveils the title of the new Average Boy book and the official book cover! Click here to see the new Average Boy book title and cover! Click here to visit the Average Boy Store to gain access to books, devotionals, subscriptions to Clubhouse Magazine, and much more! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

Duration:00:22:03

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Official Average Boy Podcast #89

5/31/2024
Knock, knock. Who’s there? Banana. Banana who? Average Boy tells Jesse about his grandma’s amazing banana bread, which causes Jesse to share some banana-themed jokes. Bob also talks about the power of prayer when it comes to studying for history tests. Of course, God gives us what we need, according to His will—not everything we ask for or want. Bob and Jesse end by helping a listener who wants to be more like Jesus, especially in how she treats her brothers. Click here to visit the Average Boy Store to gain access to books, devotionals, subscriptions to Clubhouse Magazine, and much more! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

Duration:00:20:59

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Official Average Boy Podcast #88

4/26/2024
The first of April often leads to April Fools’ Day shenanigans. Bob and Jesse prove they’re not chicken by telling some chicken jokes. Then AB does an amazing job of avoiding all his family’s and friends’ pranks. Well, almost. When a listener asks about becoming a Christian, Bob and Jesse have some great advice about the most important decision a person can make! Click here to visit the Average Boy Store to gain access to books, devotionals, subscriptions to Clubhouse Magazine, and much more! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

Duration:00:19:25

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Official Average Boy Podcast #87

3/29/2024
Let’s play ball! Baseball, that is. When AB’s youth group starts their baseball season, Bob is the first pick . . . or at least the first one to show up. His youth leader is so excited that he sends AB way out to right field. AB is a bit bored until something hits him—twice! That’s when Bob remembers even when he fails at something, he’s always loved by God no matter what! Jesse and Bob also answer a listener question about getting emotional on the sports field. Click here to visit the Average Boy Store to gain access to books, devotionals, subscriptions to Clubhouse Magazine, and much more! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

Duration:00:20:51

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Official Average Boy Podcast #86

2/23/2024
Average Boy’s dad surprises the family with a trip to an escape room. Bob can’t wait because he always pays detail to attention! Thanks to Bob’s “skills” his family becomes escape room masters, but not in the way anyone would expect. Bob and Jesse also answer a listener question about how to resist temptation. Spoiler alert: It helps to know God’s Word! Click here to visit the Average Boy Store to gain access to books, devotionals, subscriptions to Clubhouse Magazine, and much more! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.

Duration:00:21:25

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Official Average Boy Podcast #85

1/26/2024
Christmas break is over, and AB has emptied his mind of all knowledge. This turns out to be a big problem when his art teacher posts a riddle on the board. Bob immediately solves the riddle . . . incorrectly. As other students figure out the riddle and begin working on their projects, frustration sets in. What will AB do to find the answer? Also, Jesse unmasks the most famous animal artist in a classic Jesse joke. Check Out AB’s Cover Art for His New Book! Click here to visit the Average Boy Store to gain access to books, devotionals, subscriptions to Clubhouse Magazine, and much more! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. Parents, if you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Duration:00:20:43

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Official Average Boy Podcast #84

12/29/2023
Bob gets a hamster from a friend at school. Just one problem: he “forgets” to ask his parents. Then there’s the second problem: the hamster turns out to be an escape artist. AB, and his mom, discover this hamster’s Houdini-ness when Mom does laundry and grabs clothes out of AB’s closet. Rats! Oh wait, that’s later in the podcast. Bob’s dad also teaches him a valuable lesson—if you can’t be trusted with little things, then you can’t be trusted with bigger ones. Click here to visit the Average Boy Store to gain access to books, devotionals, subscriptions to Clubhouse Magazine, and much more! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. Parents, if you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Duration:00:21:28

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Official Average Boy Podcast #83

11/24/2023
Average Boy waits until the last minute to finish his semester-long science project and gets into hot lava! That’s because he has to make a working volcano, complete with molten mass. Between his project looking like a melted pig, which appears delicious to his dog, or dissolving in lava, AB ends up scrambling to turn something in. Thanks to his quick wit, AB learns that God gives us different strengths and talents. Bob and Jesse also answer a question about their life verses from the Bible. Click here to visit the Average Boy Store to gain access to books, devotionals, subscriptions to Clubhouse Magazine, and much more! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. Parents, if you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Duration:00:20:24

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Official Average Boy Podcast #82

10/27/2023
Average Boy thinks his dad is all wet for wanting to see how much he’s playing a water-based game on his phone. The truth is it’s AB who’s drowning with a cellphone addiction! After realizing how much time he’s wasting on his phone, AB decides to spend his time more wisely. And he starts by answering a question from a listener who’s having friendship trouble. Click here to visit the Average Boy Store to gain access to books, devotionals, subscriptions to Clubhouse Magazine, and much more! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. Parents, if you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Duration:00:19:29

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Official Average Boy Podcast #81

9/29/2023
Bob introduces himself as “the daring David of the day determined and driven to deliver deep dapper distinguished divine disciples devoted to discombobulating the Devil.” Jesse soon finds that means AB has faced off with a giant bully using a giant Bible on Bring Your Bible to School Day. The outcome is surprising! But not as surprising as how many times baseball is talked about in the Bible or how powerful the Word of God really is. Click here to visit the Average Boy Store to gain access to books, devotionals, subscriptions to Clubhouse Magazine, and much more! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. Parents, if you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Duration:00:20:39

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Official Average Boy Podcast #80

8/25/2023
For their family vacation, Average Boy and his family go on a cruise! A little mishap with his passport delays them a bit, but as soon as Bob hits the deck, he’s in full gear. From visiting the pool to eating at the buffet to “recarpeting” their tiny room, AB has a blast! Bob and Jesse help a listener deal with drama at school. They also share thoughts on how God hears all our prayers. Click here to visit the Average Boy Store to gain access to books, devotionals, subscriptions to Clubhouse Magazine, and much more! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. Parents, if you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Duration:00:19:36

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Official Average Boy Podcast #79

7/28/2023
When Average Boy plays hide-and-seek with his friend Billy, Bob ends up scaring his mom! To make up for it, he treats her extra nicely and serenades her in the grocery store. Mom forgives him and asks AB to pick out some apples for a delicious dessert . . . well, you can guess what happens. In the end, Bob learns you can pick your friends and pick an apple, so make sure to pick good ones. Click here to visit the Average Boy Store to gain access to books, devotionals, subscriptions to Clubhouse Magazine, and much more! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. Parents, if you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Duration:00:19:54

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Official Average Boy Podcast #78

6/30/2023
School is out. Summer has finally come! With his best friend, Billy, away on vacation and no Wi-Fi at his home (don't ask why...), Average Boy gets bored pretty quickly. When Bob admits that he’s bored, his dad suggests doing chores! Average Boy doesn’t just work around his house, he "helps" out neighbors by mowing their lawns. In the end, AB realizes a God-sized imagination beats Wi-Fi (and boredom) any day. Bob and Jesse also help a listener with her Christian walk. Click here to visit the Average Boy Store to gain access to books, devotionals, subscriptions to Clubhouse Magazine, and much more! Parents, if you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Duration:00:19:02

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Official Average Boy Podcast #77

5/26/2023
Average Boy’s dad takes him and Billy to the best place on earth—Henry Hippo’s Pizza and Prizes. They don’t really go for the pizza, but for the games and prizes! While playing Skee-ball, Bob climbs the ramp and drops several balls in the top hole, even though his dad told him not to cheat, and even though he knew better. When one of the balls gets stuck, along with Bob’s hand, nothing can save him from a hippo stampede and his dad’s disappointment. It doesn’t take long for this pizza podcast to come ‘round to simple truth from the Bible: always obey your parents. Click here to visit the Average Boy Store to gain access to books, devotionals, subscriptions to Clubhouse Magazine, and much more! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. Parents, if you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Duration:00:20:02

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Official Average Boy Podcast #76

4/28/2023
Jesse makes balloon animals, and Average Boy competes in a fishing tournament. The only problem? AB doesn't have a boat, and he didn’t even register to compete. Fortunately, his neighbor, Mr. Polvado, is there to help . . . in more ways than one. You don’t want to miss this fishy adventure! Click here to visit the Average Boy Store to gain access to books, devotionals, subscriptions to Clubhouse Magazine, and much more! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. Parents, if you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Duration:00:18:34

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Official Average Boy Podcast #75

3/31/2023
Lights, camera, action! Average Boy is in a movie! Okay, it's really a promotional video for his church, but it's still exciting! Even though AB has some “creative differences” with his youth pastor, he learns the most important thing is to put God first. Bob and Jesse also give a listener advice about not getting so mad about things. Click here to visit the Average Boy Store to gain access to books, devotionals, subscriptions to Clubhouse Magazine, and much more! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. Parents, if you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Duration:00:20:27

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Official Average Boy Podcast #74

2/24/2023
There is no perfect podcast, but this one comes close. Actually, it doesn’t because only Jesus is perfect. Bob discovers how imperfect he is, especially with keeping his promises. When he fails to pick up something he promised to do, it almost results in his grandma getting injured. Bob and Jesse also help out a listener in Texas with ways to get through hard times in life. Click here to visit the Average Boy Store to gain access to books, devotionals, subscriptions to Clubhouse Magazine, and much more! We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail. Parents, if you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Duration:00:19:10