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Hole in My Heart Podcast

Laurie Krieg
Christianity
Gospel
Mental Health
Pride Month
Evangelism
Marriage
LGBTQIA+ Community
Hope
Suffering
Grace
Street Preaching
Toxic Masculinity
Purity Culture
Singleness
Community
Faith
Missiology
Male Sexuality
Spiritual Wellness
Stress Relief

On the Hole in My Heart Podcast, Laurie Krieg, her licensed-therapist husband, Matt, and their friend ”and most professional radio voice,” Producer Steve talk about how the gospel is good news for everyone every day. They most frequently talk about sexuality, addiction, trauma, discipleship, parenting, and mental health through a historically biblical sexual ethic lens, and with a bit of humor.

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It’s our first ever Hole in My Heart Podcast LIVE, and we are taking your questions as they relate to raising wise kids in a sexually broken world:

• What are Matt and Laurie’s stories—and how do they relate to the Hole in My Heart?

• How did Lauri... more

We are reflecting today on the last 10 years of the sexuality conversation with ministry leader Kristen Miele. We explore changes over the last 10 years as well as:

How has fear of the conversation morphed in the last 10 years?

How have disciple-ma... more

We always love conversations with people who truly understand the complexities of human sexuality, and today’s guest is no exception. Author and podcaster Greta Eskridge joins us to help parents and caregivers navigate one of the most challenging dis... more

It’s behind the scenes time of our latest book!

Matt interviews Laurie on the writing process and more:

• What was the inspiration?

• What were the hardest and best parts in writing?

• What does it mean “by Laurie Krieg with Matt Krieg”?

• What ... more

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Recent Guests

Kristen Miele
Creator of Sex Ed Reclaimed, certified health educator and author
Sex Ed Reclaimed
Episode: Episode 257: From 2016 to 2026 | Kristen Miele
Greta Eskridge
Mom of four, author, and host of the Greta Eskridge podcast
Author of It's Time to Talk to Your Kids About Porn
Episode: Episode 256: It’s Time to Talk about P*rn | Greta Eskridge
Aarti Sequeira
Food Network host, cookbook author, and storyteller
Food Network
Episode: Episode 254: Faith and Food | Aarti Sequeira
Chuck DeGroat
Professor of pastoral care and Christian spirituality, speaker, and author.
Western Theological Seminary
Episode: Episode 252: Healing the Wound Within | Chuck DeGroat
Max Lucado
Pastor, teacher, and one of the most widely read Christian authors of our time
Episode: Episode 250: Tame Your Thoughts | Max Lucado
Glen Henry
Husband, dad of four, and author of Father Yourself First
Belief in Fatherhood
Episode: Episode 249: Father Yourself First | Glen Henry
Dr. Juli Slattery
Clinical psychologist, author, and co-founder of Authentic Intimacy
Authentic Intimacy
Episode: Episode 248: Surrendered Sexuality | Juli Slattery
Toni Collier
Speaker, author, and founder of the Women's Ministry, Broken Crayons Still Color
Episode: Episode 246: Don’t Try This Alone | Toni Collier
Ruth Chou Simons
Bestselling and award-winning author, artist, entrepreneur, and speaker who is a mother of six boys.
Episode: Episode 243: Family Devotions Don’t Have To Be Hard | Ruth Chou Simons

Hosts

Laurie Krieg
Host of Hole in My Heart Podcast; focuses on gospel-centered parenting, sexuality, and discipleship.
Matt Krieg
Co-host and licensed therapist; contributes expertise on sexuality, parenting, and mental health.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 336 ratings
  • Thank you :)

    I’m a teen who really wants to love other people well and this podcast has taught me how to do that as best as I know how. A lot of other Christian podcasts (no shade to them) seem to be performing for God not genuinely asking or seeking God but they seem to actually seek God in the things they do. I aspire to be like these people in my faith walk.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Windwollf
    United States8 months ago
  • Loving the identity dialogue

    I recently found a this podcast and I SO appreciate your honest dialogues about how our identity can be attacked by Satan, and the remedy is us speaking truth of God’s Word over ourselves - instead of trying and o speak affirmations, or feel our way into identity confidence. Thank you also for your conversations Laurie about counseling those struggling with gender issues.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kimgjolly
    United States3 years ago
  • Long time listener

    I’ve been listening to this podcast for a long time and I’m so glad Laurie, Matt and Steve are back!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Melmarmac
    United States3 years ago
  • Genuine. Thought-provoking. Moving.

    A good friend pointed me in the direction of this podcast after I opened up to him about a portion of my testimony. I started listening to some of the more recent episodes initially then decided to start from the very beginning as I fell in like with the heart & mindset behind this ministry & people group. Both the church and lgbtq+ community (and those of us who fit within both categories) can learn & grow because of the scripture, ideas, & testimonies discussed throughout this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GeorgieMH
    United States4 years ago
  • Cannot love enough!

    I’ve been slowly working my way through the Hole in my Heart podcast and am on Episode 84, and I just keep being so Thankful. Tear-stricken. Called out. Joyful. Y’all, this is so good. I can’t binge this one because each episode gives so much for thought and study and I gotta process, sometimes for days and weeks between episode. These folks are on my bucket list of people I want to meet this side of heaven. You guys feel like friends - keep going!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yet Another Jen
    United States4 years ago

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Fans describe it as encouraging, thought-provoking, and always authentic.
Listeners value the podcast for its honesty, vulnerability, and gospel-centered approach to tough topics.
Praise for balancing tough conversations with grace and practical guidance.

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Episode 258: HIMH Podcast LIVE!! | Laurie & Matt Krieg
Q: What advice do you have for parents dealing with a relative or friend who embraces LGBTQ perspectives different from yours?
Begin with lament and honest prayer, name how you feel, practice forgiveness, then set boundaries with love, and pursue relationship through a missionary mindset that incarnates Christ while respecting differences.
Episode 258: HIMH Podcast LIVE!! | Laurie & Matt Krieg
Q: How do you approach explaining sexuality and God's design to kids in a way that is age-appropriate?
By starting with God's overarching mission and design, using a gradual, proactive approach, and avoiding a 'theology of no'; instead, we teach a 'theology of yes' that centers on God's purposes, propriety, and love while giving practical language and boundaries appropriate to each age.
Episode 258: HIMH Podcast LIVE!! | Laurie & Matt Krieg
Q: When was the gospel first good news for you and how is it still good news today?
For Laurie, it was realizing the gospel intersected with her experience of same-sex attraction and trauma, leading to a deeper trust in Christ's love and the practice of daily dependence on Him; for Matt, it was recognizing how the gospel shapes his parenting, marriage, and work with those wrestling with sexuality, bringing ongoing transformation.
Episode 257: From 2016 to 2026 | Kristen Miele
Q: When was the gospel first good news for you, and how is it still good news today?
Kristen describes finding identity and purpose through a gospel-centered lens during college and in ministry, realizing that the gospel continues to speak hope, identity, and grace into her work teaching sex ed and guiding families.
Episode 255: Why We Wrote This Book Now | Laurie & Matt Krieg
Q: Why did you write the book?
Laurie felt a burden to help parents and caregivers of the next generation understand and discuss sexuality with their children, stemming from her own experiences and research as a parent and studying human sexuality.

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The show centers on faith-informed conversations about sexuality, parenting, trauma, and mental health, always filtered through a gospel-centered worldview. Across recent episodes, hosts explore practical guidance for raising kids in a sexualized culture, honest discussions about identity and LGBTQ topics, and the role of discipleship in everyday life, often blending personal stories with theological framing and actionable tips. A standout trait is the candid, vulnerable dialogue balanced with compassion and humor, plus a willingness to tackle tough topics with grace and biblical honesty. This mix makes it helpful for listeners seeking thoughtful, faith-forward perspectives on intimate life, family, and spiritual growth, and it's likely to ... more

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2. Greta Eskridge
3. Aarti Sequeira
4. Chuck DeGroat
5. Max Lucado
6. Glen Henry
7. Dr. Juli Slattery
8. Toni Collier

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