Ally & Mates - A faith filled fun podcast for 4-8yr olds

Hi friends,

Ally here. And if you know me, you know I love listening to podcasts! If you need any recommendations, please holla!

I have always been passionate about the format of podcasts and their capacity for depth, personal preference, and keeping us company during life’s boring chores. (I can't remember the last time I hung out washing without friends in my ears!)

One of my happiest mum moments is when my 4 and 6-year-old hop into the car and immediately ask for a podcast (or Les Mis).

Our family has practically worn out the ABC Kids Listen app. (Please, Lord, no more Dino Dome!) I love how much my kids have learned about this amazing world. But it breaks my heart that there’s nothing pointing to the Creator of it all.

And so, I’ve been cooking up a new project: Ally & Mates- a weekly, 7-minute podcast for 4 - 8 yr olds designed to spark curiosity, nurture faith, and bring joy to little ears.

This podcast will be accessible for kids who don’t yet know Jesus, while strengthening the faith of those who do, by pointing to God’s presence in this incredible world.

But I need your help to make this podcast a reality!

Producing Ally & Mates involves costs like:

$1717.3 total fixed expenses for one year.

So far, I’ve been covering these costs myself. While I’m happy to invest my time, I need support to keep this ad-free and sustainable long-term. As a full-time working mum, your generosity would mean the world- whether it’s $5 or $50, no amount is too small!

If you’d like a sneak peek, you can listen to a demo episode here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2450677

Any feedback, particularly from the little ears in your cars is appreciated.

I love how a podcast has the potential to plant seeds of faith in young hearts and share God’s word with kids who may never step foot in a church. I hope you'll come along for the journey, as a listener, in prayer, or with financial support.

With love and tonnes of gratitude,

Ally Barnes