Can I Laugh On Your Shoulder? Podcast is a weekly podcast where we have honest conversations about faith, business, life, and everything in between. Hosted by speaker and author, Molly Stillman, her mission is to make you laugh, cry, and laugh till you cry. She wants to create a community of people who are unafraid to be themselves and have honest conversations about the things that matter most. Her vision is to create a safe space for people to explore their faith and share their stories an ...
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Welcome to Cynthia Yanof’s newest podcast, MESSmerized. Each week you’ll hear funny, authentic, and vulnerable conversations around everyday life, parenting, and following Jesus. A variety of guests will challenge us to pursue a life filled with the things that really do matter. Cynthia Yanof is the host as well as an author, speaker, wife, and mother. She’s relatable, funny, and dead-set on never taking herself too seriously. Whatever mess you’re walking through, odds are she’s right there ...
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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.
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Generation Life Church - We are a life giving Church for everyone! We are multigenerational, multicultural, and exist to multiply by reaching our community both locally and globally with the gospel of Jesus Christ. Hillsborough, NC. Pastor Keith Barreto.
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Sunday, July 21st, 2024 | "Love Hillsborough Part 2" | Guest Speaker Molly Stillman
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Episode 63 How do I share my faith? With Billy Rodgers
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Oh my goodness, I can’t wait for you to hear today's show with Billy Rodgers! And despite the weird wording of the title of this show, we're talking about sharing our faith with friends and family (and not just sharing our faith with Billy Rodgers. ha!) Billy and his wife, Brandie, are some of our very dearest friends in the world. They are amazing…
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#407 How to Strive Less, Stress Less, and Sin Less with Kyle Winkler
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I am so excited to be joined by Kyle Winkler this week. He is a bible teacher and the creator of the highly acclaimed mobile app, Shut Up Devil!, which ranks among the top Christian apps. Kyle is also an accomplished author, speaker, and frequent guest on prominent Christian media platforms such as The 700 Club, Praise the Lord, and Sid Roth's It's…
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Biblical Perspective on Mental Health with Jessica Hottle
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Integrating faith and mental health is crucial for finding freedom and healing—after all, God created our minds and emotions! In this episode of Up Until Now, Kristen talks with Christian Mental Health Coach, Jessica Hottle, about the need to acknowledge and understand our feelings while also turning to God for support. Listen in to this important …
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Sunday, August 4th, 2024 | "Love Hillsborough Part 4" | Pastor Keith Barreto
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Episode 62 How do I parent my adult-ish kids? With Lisa Clark
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I’ll never forget the time in high school when Kate and I had a disagreement, and she threw down these inflammatory words: “welllll I am 18 years old.” I believe my response was something like, “yes dear one, you’re an 18-year-old that drives our car, uses our cell phone, lives in our house, wears our clothes, and exists on our money.” (Perhaps I s…
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#406 How to get “Unstuck” with Kim Jones aka: Real Talk Kim
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My guest this week is the incredible Kim Jones, who you might also know as Real Talk Kim. She is a pastor, entrepreneur, mentor, motivational speaker, entertainer, best-selling author, and mother of two sons, Morgan and Lincoln. I’m thrilled to have her on the show today to talk about her new book, Unstuck. This is a powerful 90-day guide designed …
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Navigating Life with Resilience with A. Margot Blair
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As the world gets even crazier—when life feels uncomfortable or uncertain—how do you keep going? On this episode of Up Until Now, Kristen and her guest, A. Margot Blair—Bible teacher, leadership consultant, and retreat host—are diving deep on all things resiliency. Listen in to this encouraging episode to hear: · The recipe for resiliency · The rol…
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Sunday, July 28th, 2024 | "Love Hillsborough Part 3" | Guest Speaker Ronnie Bell
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Episode 61 How do I laugh (when I want to cry)? with Molly Stillman
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My family is on vacation this week, and in honor of family trips gone wrong, here’s a little summer travel excerpt from Life is Messy, God is Good: I appreciate how Home Alone completely lowered the bar on family travel expectations after the parents left Kevin at home TWICE. Not to mention that biblically speaking, Jesus’ parents lost Him for more…
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#405 How To Rise Up After Life Knocks You Down with Courtney Joseph Fallick
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I’m so excited to welcome Courtney Joseph Fallick onto the show today. She is a best-selling author and founder of Women Living Well Ministries and Good Morning Girls. Since 2014, Courtney has been blogging through the Bible, one chapter at a time, and her impactful work has been featured on platforms like the Rachael Ray Show and Proverbs 31 Minis…
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Breaking Generational Cycles of Despair and Anxiety with Dr. Chinwé Williams
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It’s easy to see that despair and anxiety are on the rise in today’s kids—but it doesn’t have to be this way. In this week’s episode of Up Until Now, Kristen sits down with the brilliant Dr. Chinwé Williams to learn about the current trends in kids’ mental health and learn strategies to help them. Listen in to this wisdom-packed episode to hear: · …
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Episode 60 Sidetracked with Makayla Noble : Cynthia and Heather
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This week we have a fun show as Heather and I continue surprising each other with guests on Sidetracked. I was in charge of our guest today and I’m so excited for you to hear our conversation with Makayla Noble. If you don’t know Makayla, here’s a little background: On September 20, 2021, Makayla Noble, a world-champion cheerleader, suffered an inj…
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#404 How to use your creative gifts for the glory of God with Clare McCallan
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My guest this week is Clare McCallan. She founded and serves as the Creative Director at St. Joseph’s Home for Artisans, is a touring spoken word poet, and host of the podcast Letters From the Least. She is also the creator and host of The Renaissance Room and co-host of This Is The Day on CatholicTV, where she works as a writer. I am so excited to…
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Can you relate to feeling lost when life isn’t going as you planned? In this episode of Up Until Now, Kristen sits down with the delightful Jen Jones, creative architect of the Significant brand and author of three books, including Divinely Different, to discuss the importance of identity, community, and calling in creating a significant life. List…
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Sunday, July 14th, 2024 | "Love Hillsborough Part 1" | Pastor Keith Barreto
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#403 How to Overcome Temptation with Kirby Kelly
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My guest this week is the lovely Kirby Kelly. She is a Christ-centered content creator and influencer who runs the Bought + Beloved podcast. Whether it’s on stage, through writing, or in one-on-one conversations, her passion is teaching God’s truth everywhere she goes. Kirby desires to see this generation and culture flourish in freedom and confide…
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Episode 59 How do I find joy? With Jenna Griffith
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I’ve been trying to slow down and enjoy the “moments” this summer with my family. It slips by so quickly if we aren’t careful, and that seems especially true now that we have one in college (and another one going away in a year). Tonight we played pickle ball and let’s be clear, my kids get their athletic ability from Mike. But we laughed, watched …
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Your Story within God's Big Story with Jen Weaver
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Have you ever felt like your life doesn’t matter much in the grand scheme of things? This episode brings hope, awe, and wonder as Kristen sits down with her friend Jen Weaver, host of the podcast Good God Talks and author of her most recent book, A Beckoning to Wonder. You’ll be encouraged as they discuss: · How our personal stories fit into God’s …
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Sunday, July 7th, 2024 | "Rewind Side B Part 5" | Pastor Keith Barreto
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Episode 58 How do I get through my child’s hard diagnosis? With Jessica Hurlbut
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Happy 4th of July week! I’m hoping you have big plans with friends and family to celebrate our country’s Independence Day. I found a new homemade ice cream recipe this summer that’s super easy and has been a fan favorite. I’m linking it here in case you're feeling ambitious and want to give it a whirl. In continuing our “how do I series,” we have J…
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In the midst of pain, it’s easy to long for joy. Thankfully, our ability to experience joy has nothing to do with our circumstances. In this episode of Up Until Now, Kristen has the pleasure of sitting down with Rachel Awtrey, Host of Real Talk with Rachel Awtry, encouraging us to choose joy through personal experiences and Biblical wisdom. Listen …
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Sunday, June 30th, 2024 | "Rewind Side B Part 4" | Pastor Keith Barreto
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Episode 57 How do I grieve well? with Abby Rike
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“There’s no fast-tracking the grief process.” - Abby Rike My good friend Abby is with us today talking about grief and the many forms it takes. Grief is most often associated with death, but it’s also important to acknowledge the grief we face in the loss of a dream, relationships, health, and so much more. Abby reminds us that there is hope in the…
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#402 The Science (and More) Behind "Mom Brain" with Hannah Keeley
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Join us this week for an incredible conversation with Hannah Keeley, the founder of Mom Mastery University, the #1 life coaching app for moms. Hannah is a parenting expert, master board-certified life coach, and mother of seven, who integrates faith and psychology to help moms achieve radical transformation in their lives. I’m thrilled to have her …
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The Power of Prayer in Motherhood with Bethany Kimsey
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Can you relate to feeling anxious and overwhelmed in motherhood? In this episode of Up Until Now, Kristen sits down with Bethany Kimsey, host of The Warrior Mama Podcast and author of the Warrior Mama’s Prayer Journal, to dig deep into the power of prayer in a mom’s life. Listen in to this encouraging episode to hear: · How prayer is not just about…
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Sunday, June 23rd, 2024 | "Rewind Side B Part 3" | Guest Speaker Craig Tenaglia
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Episode 56 Special Edition of MESSmerized: Sidetracked with Beth McCord
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I mentioned it last month, but as a little reminder, Heather MacFadyen of the Don’t Mom Alone podcast and I have a super fun show we do together called Sidetracked. As a part of this little venture, this summer we’ve decided to surprise each other with a guest and then release the episode on both of our shows. It’s been super fun so far, and we’d l…
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My guest this week is the amazing Becky Kiser. As a certified life coach, author, and host of the Hearers and Doers podcast, she has used her relatable approach and biblical insights to teach at women’s events, churches, conferences, prisons, and more for the last two decades. In our conversation today, we dive into Becky’s new book, But God Can. T…
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If you’ve been in a painful relationship, you’ve probably wondered: Where is the point where I walk away? This week on Up Until Now, Kristen Hallinan interviews a dream guest whose writings have made a tremendous difference in her own life, Gary Thomas. Gary is a best selling author of many books, including When to Walk Away, as well as an internat…
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Sunday, June 16th, 2024 | "Rewind Side B Part 2" | Guest Speaker Dr. Glen Warren
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Episode 55 How do I save money? With Crystal Paine
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Summer . . . I love you, but you’re chaotic and expensive. Kids . . . I love you, but you’re chaotic and expensive. Vacation . . . I love you, but you’re chaotic and expensive. Feel free to join in on my mindless chants of summer. I’m super excited about today’s show and talking about ways to save a little money. To be clear, I’m not talking about …
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#400 | The 400th Episode Celebration & FAQ!
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Wow! Can you believe it? Can I Laugh on Your Shoulder? has hit its 400th episode! If you had told me back in 2016 when this all started that we'd make it this far, I don’t know if I would’ve believed you. But here we are, and it feels incredibly special. I'm beyond grateful for each and every one of you who's supported the podcast over the years. I…
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Laughing Through It All with Molly Stillman
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Sometimes, laughter really is the best medicine. Season 2 of Up Until Now with Kristen Hallinan is kicking off with the delightful with guest Molly Stillman, author of, If I Don’t Laugh, I’ll Cry, sharing her journey of finding joy and resilience in the face of loss and pain. Listen in to this encouraging episode to learn: · How shifting our focus …
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Sunday, June 9th, 2024 | "Rewind Side B Part 1" | Pastor Keith Barreto
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#399 HOW TO HEAL FROM TOXIC RELATIONSHIPS WITH STEPHANIE QUAYLE
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My guest this week is the incredible Stephanie Quayle. She's a Nashville recording artist, founder of the record label Big Sky Music Group, and has been recognized by Rolling Stone Country and CMT for her talent. With two Billboard charted singles, she's an independent artist who frequently performs at CMA Fest and the Grand Ole Opry. I’m thrilled …
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Episode 54 How do I love my body? with Rebecca Carrell and Liz Rodriguez
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Today we’re talking about body image, learning to love our body, and calling out the false narratives we’ve bought into from culture and other places relating to our physical body. Talking about body image kinda feels like no-man's land, and I’m thinking I might as well hit politics and money while I’m at it. Joking. But having a discussion around …
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Sunday, June 2nd, 2024 | "Rewind Part 7" | Bishop Paul
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Episode 53 How do I survive summer with my teens? Guest Ken Wilgus
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I’m going to keep this short because, well, listen to the intro and you’ll understand. But somewhere between trying out a new spray tan and finding our trampoline in our front yard after a storm—it’s gotten kinda weird over here. But thankfully, on the show is one of our faves, Dr. Ken Wilgus. We’re talking about how we survive summer with teens, a…
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This week's guest is Ally Fallon, an award-winning author, ghostwriter, and expert book coach who has helped countless individuals find their voice and share their stories through her community Find Your Voice. Her new book, Write Your Story: A Simple Framework to Understand Yourself, Your Story, and Your Purpose in the World is incredibly powerful…
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Breaking Unhealthy Family Cycles: Chapter One of Legacy Changer with Kristen Hallinan
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Do you feel stuck in cycles of brokenness? You—and your family—deserve better. In the final episode of season one of Up Until Now, Kristen reflects on the topics discussed throughout the season and reads the introduction and first chapter of her book, Legacy Changer. Throughout the intro and the first chapter of Legacy Changer, you’ll hear about: ·…
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Sunday, May 19th, 2024 | "Rewind Part 6" | Pastor Keith Barreto
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#397 How to Practice Radical Kindness in an Us Vs. Them World with Pastor Terry Crist
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My guest this week is Terry Crist. He is the co-lead pastor of City of Grace in Phoenix, alongside his wife, Judith. As a fifth-generation pastor, Terry is dedicated to community transformation and advocates for adoption and foster care through his involvement in state government. Outside of his pastoral duties, he's a passionate outdoorsman, a ski…
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Episode 52 Special Edition of MESSmerized: Sidetracked with Toni Collier
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Here’s a fun little podcast update for you. As most of you (hopefully) know, Heather MacFadyen of the Don’t Mom Alone podcast and I have a little sideshow we do once a month called Sidetracked. Basically, it’s an unfiltered conversation between the two of us discussing life’s goings on, parenting, faith, etc. It comes out the first Friday of the mo…
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Attachment in Our Relationships with Lindy Green Johnson
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Have you ever wondered why some people seem to be more clingy—while others are distant and have a hard time opening up? How well (or not well!) we regulate our emotions and our ability to connect with others both have a lot to do with the way our care-givers interacted with us when we were children—otherwise known as attachment! In this episode of …
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Episode 51 How do I deepen my friendships? Guest Amy Weatherly
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We’re answering “how to” questions these days on MESSmerized, and today we’re tackling the awesome yet complex topic of friendships. I think of all the things I’m asked to talk about from my book, most often I’m asked about the topic of friendships and how to cultivate the really deep, meaningful ones. Thankfully the queen of friendships (I made th…
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#396 FIGHTING FOR FAMILY WITH CHRIS AND JULIE BENNETT
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Julie and Chris Bennett have spent the majority of their 23 years of marriage working in vocational ministry. Through overwhelming challenges- a cancer diagnosis, a relapse, and a pandemic- they have learned how to fight for the things that matter and devote themselves to helping others do the same. Today, they are the founders of Welcome Home Life…
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Have you ever struggled with feeling unseen and forgotten…or even a bit worthless? This week on Up Until Now, Kristen Hallinan sits down with Paige Allen, executive pastor at Church on the Rock in Lubbock, Texas, and author of the book, He Knows Your Name, to discuss the questions and struggles women face in their lives as they seek to feel seen, v…
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Sunday, May 12th, 2024 | "Rewind Part 5" | Katie Barreto
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#395 Really Very Crunchy with Emily Morrow
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My guest this week is Emily Morrow who founded the social media channel Really Very Crunchy with her husband, Jason, in 2022. Since then, her platform has rapidly grown, amassing over 3 million followers and more than a billion views across various video platforms. Emily is passionate about living a natural and sustainable lifestyle, and she uses h…
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