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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
Pastoral Care
Vulnerability
Self-Awareness
Doubt
Community Support
Forgiveness
Family Of Origin

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 this episode of Being Human, host Steve Cuss welcomes Australian family systems expert and author Jenny Brown to discuss her new book, The Parenting Paradox. Steve and Jenny weave together family systems theory, faith, and practical parenting wisd... more

In this episode of Being Human with Steve Cuss, married couple Matthew and Joanna Raabsmith share their personal journey through Matthew's sexual addiction and the betrayal it caused in their marriage. Joanna, a marriage and family therapist, describ... more

In this episode of Being Human with Steve Cuss, Steve and Clarissa Moll explore the concept of "life-giving habits" — intentional practices categorized into people, places, and activities that help reduce reactivity and deepen awareness of God's pres... more

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In this episode of Being Human with Steve and Lisa Cuss, we recap the current series on family of origin, exploring how inherited patterns shape us spiritually and emotionally. Brain surgeon Dr. Lee Warren explains neuroplasticity and synaptic prunin... more

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Dr. Lee Warren
Brain surgeon, trauma survivor, educator
Medical/Author
Episode: Steve & Lisa Cuss: Parenting and Healing From Generational Patterns with Dr. Lee Warren, Clarissa Moll, and Judson & Ryan Poling
Judson Poling
Author and pastor, longtime Willow Creek contributor
Zondervan publishing, Willow Creek Church (Chicago)
Episode: Judson and Ryan Poling Share Their Father & Son Journey Through Masculinity, Emotions, and Faith
Ryan Poling
Clinical psychologist (PsyD), therapist
Private practice in Colorado
Episode: Judson and Ryan Poling Share Their Father & Son Journey Through Masculinity, Emotions, and Faith
Lee Warren
Neurosurgeon and author
Author, The Life Changing Art of Self Brain Surgery
Episode: Dr. Lee Warren on Using Neuroscience and Scripture to Rewire Your Brain
Christine Caine
Speaker and activist focusing on rescue work with A21
A21
Episode: Steve & Lisa Cuss: Shame, Sexual Abuse, and Gaslighting with Christine Caine & Yana Jenay Conner
Yana Jenay Conner
Author of Living Beyond Offence; Bible scholar and teacher
Author, Living Beyond Offence
Episode: Beyond Offense: Unpacking Forgiveness, Conflict, and Identity with Yana Jenay Conner
Shane Wood
Returning guest and revelation expert
Book of Revelation expert
Episode: Steve & Lisa Cuss: Trauma, Thought Loops, and the Lies You Inherited with Shane J. Wood, Justin Heap, and Dr. Craig Mattson
Justin Heap
Therapist focusing on thought loops and inner life
Therapist/educator on mental loops
Episode: Steve & Lisa Cuss: Trauma, Thought Loops, and the Lies You Inherited with Shane J. Wood, Justin Heap, and Dr. Craig Mattson
Craig Mattson
Professor of Communications and former department chair at Calvin University, author of Digital Overwhelm
Calvin University
Episode: Dr. Craig Mattson on Digital Overwhelm: Is It Time to Unplug?

Hosts

Steve Cuss
Host of the show, guiding conversations onBeing Human with Steve Cuss
Lisa Cuss
Co-host and co-presenter

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 320 ratings
  • 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
    Canada7 months 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 States9 months 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
  • Great pod

    Love how faith and science unite so well in this excellent pod.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kevin Larson
    United Statesa year ago

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Many appreciate calm, compassionate hosting and honest discussion of difficult topics like trauma and gaslighting.
Listeners praise practical tools for reducing anxiety and improving leader effectiveness.
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Beyond Offense: Unpacking Forgiveness, Conflict, and Identity with Yana Jenay Conner
Q: Tell us about a time you were the only one of your kind in a room and what that felt like.
It can feel invisible or like you must prove yourself; proactive allyship from others in the room, such as mentors or leaders, helps create space for your voice and expertise to be heard.
Beyond Offense: Unpacking Forgiveness, Conflict, and Identity with Yana Jenay Conner
Q: What would you as a Black woman like me as a White man to know that I might not understand?
Acknowledging spatial and cultural nuances, and showing up with awareness and openness to listen, so the other person can feel safe to participate and be themselves in the conversation.
Dr. Craig Mattson on Digital Overwhelm: Is It Time to Unplug?
Q: What's one way that you treat others, that if you treated yourself the same way, your life would be better?
Craig describes himself as a good listener to others but not as good a listener to himself, implying greater self-awareness and empathy would improve his own wellbeing and relationships.
Justin Heap: The Rollercoaster of Growing Up in a Traumatic Family Situation
Q: What was it like the second or third time your dad came home?
A pattern emerged of mistrust and fear, with Heap noting the ongoing cycle of leaving and returning, which contributed to a fear of abandonment that influenced his later coping strategies.
Justin Heap: The Rollercoaster of Growing Up in a Traumatic Family Situation
Q: All right, Justin, just give us a sense of your upbringing. What are a few of your experiences from when you were anywhere between five and ten years old?
Heap describes moving around Europe due to his father's service, a difficult marriage, and periods of safety interspersed with hostility and instability that shaped his early sense of security.

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A leadership-focused show blending Christian faith with practical psychology, delivering conversations on anxiety, emotional health, and leadership dynamics. Episodes frequently explore family-of-origin patterns, trauma healing, spirituality, and the impact of technology and culture on belief and behavior. Notable strengths include a calm hosting style, a willingness to wrestle with difficult topics (trauma, gaslighting, accountability), and the integration of scholarly insight with personal storytelling. It's likely to appeal to Christian leaders, counselors, and educators seeking actionable tools for healthier relationships, teams, and spiritual growth.

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1. Being Human with Steve Cuss
2. Strengthening the Soul of Your Leadership with Ruth Haley Barton
3. The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast
4. The Russell Moore Show
5. Rebuilders

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1. Dr. Lee Warren
2. Judson Poling
3. Ryan Poling
4. Lee Warren
5. Christine Caine
6. Yana Jenay Conner
7. Shane Wood
8. Justin Heap

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