Up Until Now with Kristen Hallinan: Healing | Redemption | Hope
Up Until Now is hosted by Kristen Hallinan, speaker and author of Legacy Changer: Heal The Hurt, Redeem Your Story, Create Hope for Your Family. Join us each week as Kristen interviews expert guests, focusing on topics that invite healing, help us understand healthy relationships, and equip us with the tools needed to build healthy families—all through the lens of the Bible.
Episodes
Why does keeping everything “running smoothly” at home feel so heavy—and why does no one seem to notice?
In this insightful episode, Kristen Hallinan sits down with Dr. Morgan Cutlip to unpack the hidden weight of the *mental load*—the physical, emotional, and mental work that often falls on one partner’s shoulders, especially women. From navigating the myth of 50-50 relationships to dealin...
Rejection stings—but what if the wounds could become the doorway to deeper intimacy with God?
In this raw and redemptive conversation, Kristen Hallinan sits down with Tabitha Panariso to talk about her book *Loyal in His Love* and her journey through abandonment, church hurt, and the stories we tell ourselves in the midst of pain. Together, they explore how rejection affects not just our e...
Ever feel like you're constantly being overlooked—or worse, doubting your own worth?
In this powerful episode, Kristen Hallinan sits down with bestselling author Mary Marantz to unpack what it really means to feel underestimated—by others and even by ourselves. They explore how fear, chaos, and overthinking kee...
Have you ever felt like you’re falling behind—like everyone else is moving forward while you're stuck waiting?
In this heartfelt conversation, Kristen Hallinan and Rebecca George dive into the struggles of longing, doubt, and comparison, reminding us that you’re not too late.
Truth Bomb: Saying “I’m fine” is the easy way out, and it’s robbing us of the connection we all crave.
In this powerful conversation, Kristen Hallinan and Taylor Joy Murray dive into the hidden struggles behind anxiety, the disconnect between how we appear and what we truly feel, and why honesty with ourselves—and with God—...
What if your hardest season was actually preparing you for something greater?
In this episode, Kristen Hallinan sits down with Dorina Lazo Gilmore Young to explore the themes of grief, redemption, and God’s unwavering loving-kindness through the lens of the Book of Ruth. Dorina shares her personal journey of loss, the strength found in waiting, and the power of steppi...
What if holding on to bitterness is holding you back?
In this episode, Kristen Hallinan and Lauren Vander Linden dive into the journey of letting go—of pain, offense, and the need for justice on our terms. Drawing from Lauren’s book I Want to Move On, they explore how bitterness traps us, how forgiveness frees us, and how surrendering to God’s justice brings true peac...
What if your mess wasn’t just about clutter—but something deeper?
In this episode, Kristen Hallinan sits down with decluttering expert Dana K. White to explore the emotional and spiritual weight of messiness. They dive into the cultural and Christian perspectives on cleanliness, the freedom of embracing imperfection, and why your worth isn’t measured by a tidy home.
<...What if the life you long for is just one choice away?
In this episode, Kristen Hallinan sits down with pastors, speakers, and founders of RefineUs Ministries, Justin and Trisha Davis, to discuss their book One Choice Away from Change and the power of ...
What if the key to deeper relationships, better mental health, and a more fulfilling life wasn’t adding more—but unplugging?
In this episode, Kristen Hallinan sits down with writer and entrepreneur Hannah Brencher to explore the power of stepping away from technology. From her commitment to 1,000 unplugged hours to the surprising ways it transformed her faith, motherh...
What if worship was more than just singing on Sundays?
In this episode, Kristen Hallinan and Elizabeth Woodson dive into the deeper purpose of worship—how it shapes our hearts, brings comfort in hard times, and helps us see God in our everyday lives. From different postures of worship to the importance of theological education, especially for wo...
What if hope isn’t just something we stumble upon, but something we *form*—especially in the midst of suffering?
In this episode, Dr. Curt Thompson weaves together neuroscience, faith, and the power of relationships to reveal how hope is shaped through connection, storytelling, and the repair of emotional wounds.
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Picture this: Chaos fills the house, dinner is rushed, and meaningful conversations feel impossible. Parenting can often feel like a never-ending to-do list—but what if there was a better way?
In this episode, Kristen sits down with Shelly and Rich Howard from One Family to uncover the power of family identity, intentional communication, and simple habits—like couch t...
We all need God…but do you really want him as well?
In this powerful episode of Up Until Now, Kristen discusses with her friend, Lisa Whittle, the convicting question of: Do I really want God? Lisa, host of the Jesus Over Everything Podcast and author of many books, including I Want God, shares her personal experiences of spiritual numbness and the transformative mome...
Do you ever feel like everyone you know is happier than you? (Especially on social media?)
In this episode of Up Until Now, Kristen is talking with Sarah Bragg, host of the podcast Surviving Sarah and author of Is Everyone Happier than Me?, to explore what it really means to be happy. Sarah shares insights on overcoming comparison, the importance of creativity, and understanding perfectioni...
Have you ever felt like God was silent in your suffering?
In this encouraging episode of Up Until Now, Kristen Hallinan speaks with Dustin George about his new book, ‘Before Dawn,’ exploring the ideas of suffering, grief, and searching for hope in dark times. Dustin tells of the physical and emotional toll of grief and unpacks the importance of understanding God’s sil...
Having courage looks like being scared and saying yes anyway. Having faith means that courage
In this conversation, Kristen Hallinan talks with Lisa Steven who shares her inspiring journey of founding Hope House Colorado, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering teenage mothers. She discusses her own experiences as a teen mom, the impact of the MOPS organization, and the ...
In a world that tells us we can be anything we want to be, it’s easy to forget where our true identity comes from: Jesus.
In this conversation, Kristen Hallinan chats with her friend Rachel Joy, founder of Sparrow, about the importance of understanding our identity in Christ amidst the challenges of modern life, including social media and personal shame. Rachel shares...
This year, let’s escape the hustle and bustle that is so typical of the holiday season.
In this episode of Up Until Now, host Kristen Hallinan speaks with her friend Holly Newton, founder of She Lives Fearless and author of the Christmas devotional 'All is Calm, All is Bright.' Together, they discuss the importance of finding peace and joy during the chaotic holiday s...
Have you ever felt so sad you were speechless—even to God?
In this episode, Kristen Hallinan speaks with her inspirational friend, Rachel Wojo, podcaster and author of her new book, Desperate Prayers. In it, Rachel explores the power of prayer through personal experiences of grief and loss. She shares her journey of losing her daughter and how prayer has been a lifeli...
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