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Run to the Hard Podcast

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by Chris Farrell & Curtis Christopher

4.7(14 reviews)
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In grief, we all have hidden in the shadows. We have darted from conversations. We shop alone. We eat alone. We go to church alone. We unwillingly have joined a club that we never intended to be apart of. We have an unspoken language but we understand each other. If you have experienced the grief of trauma, this podcast is for you. If you've experienced the grief of divorce, this podcast is for you. If you've experienced the death of a loved one, parent, a spouse, a child, this podcast is for you. If you wanna know how to help people right in the middle of their grief, this podcast is for you. Embark on a deeply personal journey of resilience, hope, and healing with Curtis Christopher and co-host Chris Farrell on the "Run to the Hard" podcast. In the wake of sudden tragedy and profound grief, Curtis vulnerably shares his experiences of navigating life's toughest moments after losing his beloved wife Michal to a sudden and aggressive battle to cancer. Michal lived by the mantra, "Run to the hard, run to the hurt because it's in the greatest hard that God's gonna do the greatest work" Joining a community is as easy as hitting play.

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Episode thumbnail for Ep 42: She Faced Loss & Divorce, and Still Said YES to God

December 16, 2025

Ep 42: She Faced Loss & Divorce, and Still Said YES to God

<p>This is such a special episode.</p> <p>Not only has Curtis' mother Ellen been through her own fair share of grief and pain, but she joins us today to talk about what it's been like to be the mother of a grieving son, and to be so close to all that has happened to Curtis, Michal, the kids, and now Crystal and her kids.</p> <p>This episode is packed full of faithful wisdom from a life of pursuing God.</p> <p>You can see why Grandma C is so popular with everyone who meets her!</p> <p>Join us to hear even more nuance and insights about Curtis' life and the ups and downs of the past few years.</p> <p>---</p> <p><strong>DONATE TO THE MICHAL FOUNDATION:</strong> <a href= "https://www.runtothehard.com/give" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://www.runtothehard.com/give</a></p> <p>Rate The Podcast: <a href="https://ratethispodcast.com/rtth" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://ratethispodcast.com/rtth</a></p> <p>Become a Sponsor: <a href= "https://www.runtothehard.com/sponsors" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://www.runtothehard.com/sponsors</a></p> <p>Share The Episode...Remember, "Running to the hard is better, when we run together".</p> <p><strong>CHAPTERS</strong></p> <p>0:00 Intro</p> <p>5:56 Grandma's cancer</p> <p>12:11 Grandpa's testimony</p> <p>13:23 Ellen's testimony</p> <p>15:13 Musical ministry opportunity</p> <p>18:44 Uncle Dan</p> <p>24:17 Curtis' father after Vietnam</p> <p>28:39 Leaving a rough family situation</p> <p>33:46 Never remarried</p> <p>40:09 Life lessons from Mom</p> <p>51:02 Being the mother of a son going through divorce</p> <p>53:22 Meeting Michal</p> <p>56:09 Michal gets sick</p> <p>1:06:26 Mom started the adoption trend!</p> <p>1:10:01 The joys of life</p> <p>1:15:29 Prayer</p>

Episode thumbnail for Ep 41: We Both Lost Our Spouses, Then God Wrote A New Story

December 9, 2025

Ep 41: We Both Lost Our Spouses, Then God Wrote A New Story

<p>This might be the most complete version of our grief story we've ever told.</p> <p>What an honor to share it with the people at Fostoria Church of the Nazarene.</p> <p>Curtis starts right from the beginning...</p> <p>Him at 6 years old, packed into his mom's VW, driving away to start life anew.</p> <p>Through a messy divorce, remarriage and Michael dying suddenly.</p> <p>Into Crystal's story of abandonment, remarriage, then widowhood.</p> <p>Through coming together in miraculous ways, only to have Michael's kids' dad die right before Curtis and Crystal were supposed to get married.</p> <p>Guys God is in this.</p> <p>He's in the hard. He's in the hurt.</p> <p>Let Him do a miraculous work in your life by trusting Him and running into those hard places.</p> <p>---</p> <p><strong>DONATE TO THE MICHAL FOUNDATION</strong>: <a href= "https://www.runtothehard.com/give" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://www.runtothehard.com/give</a></p> <p>Rate The Podcast: <a href="https://ratethispodcast.com/rtth" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://ratethispodcast.com/rtth</a></p> <p>Become a Sponsor: <a href= "https://www.runtothehard.com/sponsors" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://www.runtothehard.com/sponsors</a></p> <p>Share The Episode...Remember, "Running to the hard is better, when we run together".</p> <p>---</p> <p><strong>CHAPTERS</strong></p> <p>0:00 Intro</p> <p>6:12 Curtis' story growing up</p> <p>15:25 Hidden family problems to tragedy</p> <p>27:06 Crystal's story of grief</p> <p>35:05 God's story weaving our lives together</p> <p>42:44 More tragedy</p> <p>46:19 Breakthrough</p> <p>48:18 Run to the hard</p>

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November 13, 2025

Ep 40: Married 3 Years After Our Spouses Passed

<p>WE FINALLY GOT MARRIED!</p> <p>After an absolute roller coaster this past year that delayed our wedding including more trauma, more grief, and more death, we are so excited to finally be married and start a new life together with all of our amazing kids.</p> <p>In this episode you'll hear how it all happened - including a big surprise - what our plans are, and how we're adapting to this new reality.</p> <p>---</p> <p>DONATE TO THE MICHAL FOUNDATION: <a href= "https://www.runtothehard.com/give" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://www.runtothehard.com/give</a></p> <p>Rate The Podcast: <a href="https://ratethispodcast.com/rtth" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://ratethispodcast.com/rtth</a></p> <p>Become a Sponsor: <a href= "https://www.runtothehard.com/sponsors" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">https://www.runtothehard.com/sponsors</a></p> <p>Share The Episode...Remember, "Running to the hard is better, when we run together".</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>CHAPTERS</strong></p> <p>0:00 We're married!</p> <p>2:11 Major God breakthrough</p> <p>7:16 Breakthrough + Tragedy</p> <p>15:48 The wedding</p> <p>20:45 God's work through Chris and Crystal's brother</p> <p>24:25 The elephant in the room</p> <p>27:11 The God wave</p> <p>31:05 In tune with God in relationship</p> <p>39:50 20 more good years?</p> <p>43:20 God moves in Crystal's life</p> <p>50:46 Surrender</p>

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What is Run to the Hard Podcast?

In grief, we all have hidden in the shadows. We have darted from conversations. We shop alone. We eat alone. We go to church alone. We unwillingly have joined a club that we never intended to be apart of. We have an unspoken language but we understand each other.

If you have experienced the grief of trauma, this podcast is for you. If you've experienced the grief of divorce, this podcast is for you. If you've experienced the death of a loved one, parent, a spouse, a child, this podcast is for you. If you wanna know how to help people right in the middle of their grief, this podcast is for you.

Embark on a deeply personal journey of resilience, hope, and healing with Curtis Christopher and co-host Chris Farrell on the "Run to the Hard" podcast. In the wake of sudden tragedy and profound grief, Curtis vulnerably shares his experiences of navigating life's toughest moments after losing his beloved wife Michal to a sudden and aggressive battle to cancer.

Michal lived by the mantra, "Run to the hard, run to the hurt because it's in the greatest hard that God's gonna do the greatest work"

Joining a community is as easy as hitting play.

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates daily.

Where can I listen to this podcast?

This podcast is available on 7 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

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