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The Kingdom Podcast

A college student's solo podcast exploring Christian living and theology through personal reflection and biblical deep dives.

The brief

This is a solo sermon-style podcast from a college student's perspective. Each episode tackles a single theme—like 'purpose' or 'sacrifice'—through a mix of personal anecdotes, extensive scriptural reading, and encouragement aimed at peers navigating their faith.

The show's primary distinction is the host's youth and student status, offering a peer-to-peer rather than a top-down pastoral voice. The format is simple and direct, focusing on scripture without heavy production, often filmed in casual outdoor settings.
— What makes it distinctive
§1 · The host

Who hosts this show

Malachi, a student at Highlands College, hosts this podcast to explore practical Christian living for a young adult audience. He discusses topics like faith, purpose, and sacrifice, grounding his solo talks in scripture and personal experience. The show occasionally features interviews with theological experts, such as his own college professors.

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Credentials & credits

  • Student, Highlands College
§2 · Classification

What kind of podcast

§3 · Cadence & catalog

When new episodes drop

Publishing rate
~2/week
Not shown by Apple / Spotify
Total episodes
139
Last episode
6 days ago
Jun 24, 2026
Status
Active
§3b · Editor's picks

Notable episodes

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  1. 01
    Gospel of John | John Cespedes | Episode 20

    A rare interview episode featuring the host's professor, offering a deep, academic dive into the Gospel of John and showcasing the host's interview style.

  2. 02
    Wilderness (Episode 23)

    A representative solo episode where the host shares a personal struggle and uses his mother's advice ('The teacher is always silent during the test') to frame a biblical lesson.

  3. 03
    Purpose (Episode 21)

    The host shares personal life updates (finishing his sophomore year of college) and connects his own journey to the episode's theme, making it a good example of his relatable, peer-to-peer style.

§4 · Signature

What you'll be asked on this show

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How the host interviews

When conducting interviews, the host acts as a respectful student, guiding an expert through a prepared list of theological questions. He cedes the floor, allowing the guest to deliver in-depth, academic answers, framing the conversation as a learning opportunity for himself and the audience.

Primarily a solo-host, sermon-style format where Malachi speaks directly to the camera. Episodes typically open with a casual welcome, focus on a single theological topic with heavy scriptural references, and close with a prayer for the audience. The podcast also publishes numerous short-form vertical videos.

Questions the host keeps coming back to

11 catalogued

If you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when the host reaches for it.

origin

1
  1. Q.01

    Can you tell the audience about yourself, who you are, and what you do?

    The host's standard opening to introduce the guest, their credentials, and their personal calling or backstory.

process

1
  1. Q.01

    What makes the Gospel of John unique compared to the other gospels?

    A broad opening question to establish the episode's core theological topic.

theology

7
  1. Q.01

    Why does John's gospel heavily emphasize the relationship between Jesus and the Father?

    Used to probe a key theological theme within the book being discussed.

  2. Q.02

    Why does John focus on who Jesus is, rather than just what he did?

    A comparative question that contrasts the text with others to highlight its unique purpose.

  3. Q.03

    What is the significance of John calling Jesus 'the Word'?

    Drills down into specific, important terminology from the biblical text.

  4. Q.04

    How do the 'I Am' statements reveal Jesus's identity?

    Focuses on a recurring literary and theological device in the text.

  5. Q.05

    What are the 'signs' in John pointing to?

    Asks the guest to clarify a specific term's meaning within the author's context, distinguishing it from similar concepts.

  6. Q.06

    Why is the 'born again' conversation with Nicodemus so important theologically?

    Focuses on a pivotal, well-known scene to unpack its theological weight.

  7. Q.07

    What does John mean when he says to 'believe' in the gospel?

    Seeks to define the central call-to-action for the reader within the book.

advice

2
  1. Q.01

    If someone only read the Gospel of John, what would they understand about Jesus?

    A concluding question used to summarize the book's essential message and impact.

  2. Q.02

    What is one piece of advice you would give to the people watching?

    A signature closing question that shifts from academic analysis to personal application for the audience.

Signature segments

  • · Opening with 'Guys, welcome back to another episode of the Kingdom Podcast.'
  • · Closing episodes with a prayer for the listeners.
  • · Solo episodes focused on a single biblical theme (e.g., 'Wilderness', 'Purpose').
  • · Filming in casual, often outdoor, locations.
  • · Citing and reading multiple bible passages per episode.

Topics covered repeatedly

Christian LivingTheologyBiblical InterpretationFaithSpiritual GrowthPurposeSacrificeGospel of JohnPersonal TestimonyPrayer
§5 · Guests

Who gets booked here

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Typical guest

Guests are infrequent but appear to be academic or pastoral figures who can provide expert theological commentary, such as the host's own college professors.

Recent guests
  • Dr. John Cespedes
    on Gospel of John | John Cespedes | Episode 20
§6 · Channels & links

Where to find this show

§7 · Stats

Audience & reach

YouTube · first-party
Subscribers
548
548
Avg views / video
1K
Trailing window
Total views
110K
109,802
Videos published
139
Sponsor readEstimated

The podcast does not currently feature sponsors. The audience is estimated to be young, engaged Christians, making it a potential fit for faith-based apparel, books, devotionals, or Christian colleges.

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§8 · Contact

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§9b · FAQ

People also ask

AI-extracted researched answers · help us verify
What is the host's name?
The host's name is Malachi.
What are the host's credentials?
Malachi is a college student. He has mentioned finishing his sophomore year and interviews professors from Highlands College, where he appears to be enrolled.
What is the podcast's format?
It is typically a solo-host show where Malachi discusses a single biblical theme. Occasionally, he interviews guests, such as his college professors, for a deeper theological discussion.
Is the podcast still active?
Yes, the podcast appears to release new full-length episodes weekly or bi-weekly, supplemented by frequent short-form content.
Where can I listen to The Kingdom Podcast?
The podcast is available as a video series on the YouTube channel '@kingdom.podcast'.
Last updatedJun 29, 2026Not yet host-verified
Research depthDeep dossierHigh confidence · Jun 29, 2026 · gemini-2.5-pro

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§9c · Methodology

Sources & how this page was built

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  2. [02]Highlands College Facultyhighlandscollege.com
  3. [03]highlandscollege.eduvertexaisearch.cloud.google.com
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