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Ep 14 - Resource Highlight - ACCLIMATE MK Debrief Program

In this episode, we welcome members of our MK Debrief team—Steve and Becky Swope, along with Heather and PJ Garton—to talk about ACCLIMATE, our three-day MK Debrief program designed to help missionary kids process transition, identity, and the unique experiences of growing up cross-culturally. Together, we explore what a debrief is—and what it is not—and why it can be so valuable for MKs and their families. Our guests share how ACCLIMATE helps MKs reflect on their story, navigate change, and move into their next season with confidence. Whether you’re an MK yourself or a parent exploring support options for your child, this conversation offers insight, encouragement, and practical help.

Ep 13 - MK Story - Simeon Harrar (MK, Author, Pastor)

In this episode, we sit down with special guest Simeon Harrar—pastor, author, global nomad, and fellow MK. Raised in Papua New Guinea with Wycliffe Bible Translators, Simeon offers a deeply personal perspective on life between cultures. He’s the author of The Long Flight Home, Between Worlds: My Life as a Missionary Kid, and Finding Tom, exploring identity, belonging, grief, and faith through the MK experience. Now serving as a chaplain at a Christian international school in Nairobi, Kenya, Simeon shares honest reflections on the gifts and losses of the TCK life and how God meets us in the in-between spaces. This is a thoughtful, encouraging conversation for MKs, parents, and anyone who has ever wrestled with the question, “Where is home?”

Ep 12 - Resource Highlight - KC360 (Post High School / College Aid)

In this episode, we sit down with Kristi Steele, founder of KC360, to talk about one of the biggest transitions MKs and TCKs face—preparing for life after high school. With years of experience in college admissions, financial aid, and guiding globally mobile families, Kristi brings practical wisdom and calm clarity to what can often feel like an overwhelming process. Together, we explore how students can thoughtfully approach college decisions, discover best-fit options, navigate scholarships and financial aid, and take confident next steps into adulthood. KC360 offers workshops, tools, and personalized support designed specifically with missionary and globally raised students in mind. If you have a high schooler (or are one!) wondering what comes next, this conversation is packed with insight, encouragement, and tangible help. You won’t want to miss it. Check out KC360 at www.kc360.co.

Ep 11 - Tips for America - Staying Safe, Without Living in Fear

In this episode, we sit down with Dave Diepenbrock and Guy Sier from Ethnos360’s Global Security Team. Together, they unpack practical, down-to-earth advice for MKs on how to stay safe in America—without living in fear. Dave and Guy walk us through everyday security habits, situational awareness, and how to think wisely about potential threats, including online risks. Most importantly, they share how to balance personal safety with deep trust in the Lord. This is a super helpful, encouraging conversation for any MK learning to navigate life in the U.S.

Ep 10 - Resource Highlight - Mukappa

In this episode, we sit down with Kai Gibbons and Kathy Kurda Petrash, the new leadership team behind MuKappa, a partner organization dedicated to serving college-aged MKs and Third Culture Kids. MuKappa provides on-campus groups that create community, support, and a sense of belonging for students navigating life between cultures. Together, Kai and Kathy share their vision for MuKappa’s future, the heart behind the ministry, and why this kind of space is so vital for TCKs in transition.