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Being Human with Steve Cuss

Christianity Today
Anxiety
Christianity
Emotional Health
Mental Health
Trauma
Faith
Community
Christmas
Grief
Leadership
God
Relationships
Spiritual Growth
Vulnerability
Pastoral Care
Family Of Origin
Self-Awareness
Doubt
Community Support
Forgiveness

From Christianity Today, Being Human with Steve Cuss is Christian counseling in podcast form. Steve Cuss, a former trauma and hospice chaplain, pastor, and leadership coach, guides listeners with a gospel-informed journey of discovery into the world of emotional health: everything from anxiety and reactivity, to triangulation, overfunctioning, and the Enneagram.

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In 2016, doctors gave young mother Jackie Aviles six months to live. As cancer spread through her bones and lymph nodes, she prepared her children for her death and even chose a casket. Now, ten years cancer-free, Jackie tells Steve how faith, medici... more

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Bad news isn’t the main story of the church. On Being Human, Steve Cuss talks with pastor Ryan Keating and Resource Global founder Tommy Lee about faith in action—from feeding thousands of refugees in Turkey to equipping Christian leaders and expandi... more

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In this recap episode of Being Human, hosts Steve and Lisa Cuss explore how God's kingdom expands through mental health ministry and spiritual formation. They highlight innovative church-based counseling models, including a "clinic in a box" concept,... more

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In this episode of Being Human, host Steve Cuss speaks with Douglas McKelvey, author of the Every Moment Holy series—books offering liturgical prayers for everyday and significant life moments. Both share personal journeys from skepticism toward form... more

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Recent Guests

Ryan Keating
Former associate pastor, now lead pastor with extensive international ministry experience
Fellowship Church in Connecticut; former ministry work in Turkey and Cyprus
Episode: Small Acts and World-Changing Faith with Ryan Keating & Tommy Lee
Tommy Lee
Founder and president of Resource Global
Resource Global
Episode: Small Acts and World-Changing Faith with Ryan Keating & Tommy Lee
Doug McKelvey
Editor in Chief and curator of Every Moment Holy
Every Moment Holy
Episode: Steve & Lisa Cuss: Liturgy, Life-Giving Habits, and Mental Health with Douglas McKelvey & Alexandra Thompson
Douglas McKelvey
Author and editor, Every Moment Holy
Every Moment Holy (publisher/author)
Episode: Douglas McKelvey’s Every Moment Holy
Alexandra Thompson
Founder/Executive Director of Cumberland Counseling Centers
Cumberland Counseling Centers
Episode: Is This the Church’s Bold Return to Mental Health Care? with Alexandra Thompson
Eric Shoemaker
Triple board-certified physician in physical medicine and rehabilitation, sports medicine, and pain medicine; Christian writer
The Divine Design Lab, Sub stack author
Episode: How Do Injury, Pain, and Faith Shape Our Identity with Dr. Eric Shoemaker
Jessie Cruickshank
Pastor, co-author of Becoming Good News
Becoming Good News (with Julia Schmaltz)
Episode: How Memory, Identity, and Story Shape Discipleship with Jessie Cruickshank & Julia Schmaltz
Julia Schmaltz
Co-author of Becoming Good News
Becoming Good News (with Jessie Cruickshank)
Episode: How Memory, Identity, and Story Shape Discipleship with Jessie Cruickshank & Julia Schmaltz
Ryan Burge
Author of The Vanishing Church; political scientist and pastor
Author, The Vanishing Church
Episode: How Politics Hijacked the Pulpit with Ryan Burge

Hosts

Steve Cuss
Host of the show focusing on leadership, anxiety, and relational health; blends counseling with Christian faith.
Clarissa Moll
Therapist and family systems expert contributing clinical depth on relationships and parenting.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 328 ratings
  • Life Changing! Steve & Lisa and his guests consistently provide life-giving nourishment, biblical wisdom, intellectual advice, witty humor, and a calm presence. This podcast helps me start my day grounded as I grow in my awareness of God's presence, my internal anxieties, and the hearts of others. Every episode is just as delightful as Steve's deep, silky Australian accent!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Walquist
    2 months ago
  • A great way to start the week

    Every Monday morning as I commute to work I turn on the Being Human podcast. Not only does Steve bring a calming presence, the content sets the tone for my week. As someone who is responsible for over 100 employees in a nonprofit environment, I aspire to promote a truly healthy workplace. I can’t count how many times I bring up this podcast, what I’ve learned, and used it in a leadership corner with management or one-on-one with an employee. From being human sized to understanding the four space... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DarcyMacCallum
    Canadaa year ago
  • The Tae Kwon Do of Anxiety Management

    Both Steve and Lisa have been done thousands of hours of study and practice in their respective fields. They are amazing masters sharing the art of being human. I love how Steve says we should remember that “we are only human sized”. Selah! The powers as Walter Wink says will continue to push out the sumo ring of human sized-ness but it’s worth the fight . He is God we are not.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    listener 5553323333
    United Statesa year ago
  • Keeps differentiation top of mind

    This is one of my favorite podcasts. Steve, Lisa, and their guests do a great job at helping me remain Human sized. They also teach tools to help stop the spread of anxiety while remaining connected to the person feeling anxious. It’s a great podcast to learn how to better communicate with yourself, others, and God. Highly recommend this pod and Steve’s books!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    evansj453
    United Statesa year ago
  • Practical, compassionate, open

    This podcast fuses the reminder of deep spiritual truths with tremendously beneficial insights from psychology, neuroscience, etc., in a way that is not prescriptive or moralistic, but humble, open to doubt, questions and mystery, and truly offers a space space for listeners to learn, explore, question and take away practical tools - no matter where one is on their faith journey.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LightholderKMD
    Switzerlanda year ago

Listeners Say

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Positive leadership development and practical tools for workplace and family wellbeing.
Listeners value the blend of faith, psychology, and practical steps for reducing reactivity.
Guests and hosts are praised for compassionate, non-judgmental discussions and actionable takeaways.

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How Do Injury, Pain, and Faith Shape Our Identity with Dr. Eric Shoemaker
Q: What behaviors in others trigger you the most, and how do you manage those triggers?
Eric identifies passive aggression as particularly triggering and explains he becomes more direct to resolve conflicts, which highlights the importance of clear communication and self-awareness in leadership and relationships.
How Do Injury, Pain, and Faith Shape Our Identity with Dr. Eric Shoemaker
Q: What's one way to treat others that, if you started treating yourself the same way, would improve your life?
Eric admits he is hard on himself intellectually and tends to overreduce others' mistakes, but he notices he rarely judges others as harshly as he judges himself, suggesting a path toward self-kindness that could extend to others.
How Politics Hijacked the Pulpit with Ryan Burge
Q: What is one way that you treat others that would improve your life if you treated yourself the same way?
Ryan Burge discusses practicing total humility and recognizing one's own limitations, embracing curiosity, and staying open to learning from others, rather than assuming one is always right, which leads to better relationships and healthier communities.
Steve & Lisa Cuss: When Jesus Meets the Judgmental with Listener Questions, Matt Smallbone, & Jenny Brown
Q: What is one way you relate to others so that if you started treating yourself the same way, your life would be better?
A recurring theme is offering generous, non-judgmental explanations for others' behavior while being gentler with oneself, which helps reduce self-criticism and fosters more compassionate interactions.
Lee C. Camp Drops His Emotional Bombs
Q: What is one way you treat others, that if you treated yourself the same way, your life would be better?
With patience and a willingness to stay present, even when others interrupt or trigger you; maintaining respect and ongoing communication helps you avoid spiraling into automatic defensiveness.

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This program frames leadership, relationships, faith, and mental health through a compassionate, psychology-informed lens grounded in Christian faith. Episodes frequently explore anxiety, reactivity, and communication in groups—ranging from church teams to families—while weaving spiritual practices, practical tools, and real-life stories. Notable strengths include a steady emphasis on self-awareness, boundaries, and relational repair, plus guests who bring coaching, therapy, and Scripture-informed perspectives. Listeners are likely leaders, caregivers, and church/community organizers seeking tangible strategies to reduce reactivity, foster healthier dynamics, and grow in faith without losing humanity. The format often blends personal anecdo... more

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