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The GoodHard Story Podcast

Katherine Wolf
Treasures In the Dark
Christianity
Grief
Hope Heals
Stroke
The Hard Good
Disability Community
Loss
Faith
Good Hard Life
Disability
Mental Health
Celebration
Resurrection
Hope
Resilience
Lisa Whittle
Gospel Perspectives
Death
Mortality

The good story and the hard story can be the same story. This is where we’re sharing the proof. Feeling isolated by your hurt and heartbreak? Then this place is for you. Join Katherine Wolf and her most trusted friends as they honor the hardest parts of life while making space for the hope and humor in it all. Your weekly pep talk from The GoodHard Story Podcast will load you up with fresh inspira... more

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Parenting dynamics are complicated, to say the very least. Every mother and father will leave wounds on their children, no matter how carefully (or carelessly) they parent. Today I’m sitting down with Melanie Shankle, who was generous enough to share... more

One of my all-time favorite guests returns today with the most heartening, hopeful possibilities for the outcomes of our deepest trauma. Adam Young is a therapist who specializes in story work, a therapeutic approach that has helped me understand my ... more

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Episode 113: Rich Villodas on Finding the Spacious Life

Need a bit of soul rest today? I’m offering you an hour that feels both like a deep breath AND a challenge to live differently. Rich Villodas is one of the few people who can pull off this refr... more

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My guest today is unlike anyone else I know. Andy Crouch is a genius writer, thinker, and speaker whose career has spanned from Harvard to Christianity Today to Praxis. Andy is inviting Christians to be creative, generative culture makers, and his wo... more

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Recent Guests

Rich Villodas
Pastor of New Life Fellowship and author of several books
New Life Fellowship
Episode: Episode 113: Rich Villodas on Finding the Spacious Life
Andy Crouch
Partner for Theology and Culture at Praxis, author of several books on culture-making and impact of disability.
Praxis
Episode: Episode 112: Andy Crouch on Reclaiming Your Humanity
Nancy French
A New York Times best-selling author and ghostwriter known for her openness in discussing her past traumas and journey of healing.
Episode: Episode 111: Nancy French on Getting Holy Ghosted
Monica DiCristina
Counselor, speaker, and writer who struggled with mental and emotional health.
Episode: Episode 110: Monica DiCristina on Naming Your Pain
Annie F. Downs
A beloved author and host of That Sounds Fun Podcast.
Episode: Episode 109: Annie F. Downs on Going Forth in Joy
Jess Connolly
Pastor, author, and speaker known for her commitment to living fully awake and helping others navigate their own stories of hardship and hope.
Author of twelve books, speaker at various events
Episode: Episode 108: Jess Connolly on Living Fully Awake
Katherine Wolf
Author, podcaster, stroke survivor, and co-founder of Hope Heals.
Hope Heals
Episode: Sneak Peek: Episode 1 of Take the Next Step with Amy Julia Becker!
Jemar Tisby
Best-selling author, speaker, podcast host, historian, and professor
Episode: Episode 107: Jemar Tisby on Frolicking in Your Purpose
Zachary Meerkreebs
A witness and participant in the Asbury outpouring and author.
Episode: Episode 106: Zach Meerkreebs on Consecrated Confidence

Host

Katherine Wolf
Host of The Good Hard Story Podcast, author, stroke survivor, and co-founder of Hope Heals.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 590 ratings
  • Absolutely Lovely, Joyful, Hopeful … and Wise

    How have I missed the “fearless and fabulous” Katherine Wolf?? I knew of her, and I am certainly in need of hope (even though some days I won’t admit my need for hope). Katherine’s wisdom and joy are so profound they are at times startling. Her guests are not the ones I encounter on most podcasts … they’re the ones I wish I had. Her interviews are engaging and thoughtful and even fun. She has lived grief and loss, and survived with a depth of gratitude and strength that is grounded not in pl... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hisclayjar
    United States5 months ago
  • Wonderful Podcast!

    Katherine is amazing! She’s Godly, beautiful, brilliant & funny…and this heartwarming podcast reflects all of that! Her learned and experiential wisdom along with inspiring, knowledgeable guests makes this podcast one of my very favorites! Listen to be blessed and inspired! ♥️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DDLEEKA
    United States9 months ago
  • Godly inspiration

    Katherine Wolf is an amazing inspiration to everyone whether or not they have a disability. She proclaims the salvation won for us all from Jesus & lives in that victory.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anne Barbara
    Australiaa year ago
  • Great podcast!

    Such a great God centered word each time for an audience of One!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mbooras
    United Statesa year ago
  • Priceless!

    Every episode of this beautiful podcast is life-giving! But this latest one may be the most valuable yet! Thank you, Katherine and Jay!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lollyspink
    United Statesa year ago

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Episode 114: Adam Young on the Best Case Scenario for Our Trauma
Q: Adam, you write that God promises to heal what cannot be healed. How do we begin believing that truth and living like we believe that truth?
It involves recognizing that while some wounds may seem incurable, God often intervenes in ways we might not expect, responding to our cries and deep desires.
Episode 114: Adam Young on the Best Case Scenario for Our Trauma
Q: Adam, you introduced the idea of shalom in the book, this state of being that every human being is deeply craving. What is shalom and how can we experience it?
Shalom is a biblical notion of harmony, wholeness, and connectedness in several domains of life, and experiencing it requires repairing disconnections in those areas.
Episode 114: Adam Young on the Best Case Scenario for Our Trauma
Q: From your years of professional experience, what are the commonalities among the people who manage to get better instead of bitter? What traits do they share?
Courage and honesty are essential traits shared by those who heal from trauma effectively.
Episode 114: Adam Young on the Best Case Scenario for Our Trauma
Q: In your opinion, what is the best case scenario outcome for our experiences of trauma?
Renewed joy and vitality, a depth in your heart, which leads to a wider range of emotional capacity.
Episode 112: Andy Crouch on Reclaiming Your Humanity
Q: What are some simple ways for us to regain our shared sense of humanity in this technological age?
We need to ask if our technology is helping us grow in our capacity for love and connection.

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This podcast centers on the interplay of life's challenging narratives and the uplifting aspects that can coexist alongside them. With a focus on disability, mental health, grief, and community support, the conversations often shed light on personal experiences and broader societal themes through interviews with authors, experts, and advocates. It emphasizes the transformative nature of suffering, encouraging listeners to embrace both the joy and hardship found in their stories, ultimately fostering a space of hope and connection for individuals navigating difficult times. The host's authentic engagement with both guests and listeners aims to instill a sense of belonging and resilience, making it a compelling listen for anyone seeking inspi... more

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1. Rich Villodas
2. Andy Crouch
3. Nancy French
4. Monica DiCristina
5. Annie F. Downs
6. Jess Connolly
7. Katherine Wolf
8. Jemar Tisby

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