Hope Talks Podcast Videos
Hope for the HeartWatch all of the latest episodes of Hope Talks, a weekly podcast where hosts Haley Scully and Dustin Anderson share with you what the Bible says about real life issues with compassion, warmth, and wit.
Videos
- 1Jen Wilkin | Aging Wisely in an Anti-Aging WorldIn this episode, Haley and Dustin talk with Bible teacher and author Jen Wilkin about her new book, Dust to Dust: Aging Wisely in an Anti-Aging World. Jen shares how an early cancer diagnosis and later caring for her mother shaped the way she thinks about mortality, dependence, and growing older.
- 2Making Peace with What I Can't Control | Lysa TerKeurstThis week, Lysa TerKeurst joins Haley and Dustin to discuss her new book, Making Peace with What I Can’t Control. Lysa is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and president and chief visionary officer of Proverbs 31 Ministries. She has walked her own long road through trauma, codependency, and the lingering anxiety that can show up as a need to manage everything and everyone.
- 3Navigating Grief & Widowhood | Sam IngrassiaIn this episode, Haley and Dustin talk with Sam Ingrassia about the death of his wife, Vicky, after more than 50 years of marriage and a four-year health decline. Sam shares what he’s learning about grief, accepting a new reality, and experiencing God’s presence in sorrow.
- 4Sheila Walsh | The Hope of HeavenIn this episode, Haley and Dustin welcome Sheila Walsh back to the podcast for an honest conversation about depression, disappointment, unanswered prayers, and the hope we have in Christ. Sheila shares about a recent difficult season in her own mental health journey and how Hebrews 12 led her to a fresh perspective on eternity.
- 5Your Identity in Christ | Seeing Yourself Through God's EyesToday we're revisiting one of our favorite Hope Talks conversations about identity and learning to see yourself through God's eyes instead of through the opinions of others, your past, or the lies you've come to believe.
- 6How to See God in Everyday Life | Mark BattersonIn this replay episode of Hope Talks, we're revisiting an encouraging conversation with bestselling author and pastor Mark Batterson about learning to see God with fresh eyes.
- 7Codependency | Signs, Causes & How to Break FreeIn this replay episode, we're revisiting one of our most practical conversations on codependency. Haley and Dustin unpack what codependency really is, why it's often misunderstood, and how unhealthy relationship patterns can quietly shape marriages, families, friendships, and even ministry.
- 8Autism & Neurodiversity | Hope for Families with Dr. Stephanie HolmesWhat do you do when your child receives an autism diagnosis? How do you hold onto hope when the future suddenly feels uncertain? In this episode, Haley and Dustin sit down with Dr. Stephanie Holmes—certified autism specialist, counselor, and neurodiverse marriage therapist to explore autism, ADHD, neurodiversity, and the hope Christ offers families navigating these realities.
- 9How God Heals Emotional Wounds | Marcus WarnerToday we're revisiting one of our most impactful conversations with Marcus Warner, president of Deeper Walk International and author of Understanding the Wounded Heart. Recorded at our 2025 Hope Together Conference, Marcus shares his personal journey through anxiety, ministry burnout, and emotional healing—and how God revealed wounds from his past that still needed attention.
- 10How Jesus Meets You in Depression | Sheila WalshWhat do you do when your faith feels strong on the outside but you're falling apart on the inside? Today we're revisiting one of our most meaningful conversations with author, speaker, and Bible teacher Sheila Walsh. In this deeply personal episode, Haley and Dustin talk with Sheila about depression, childhood trauma, mental health, and the life-changing hope found in Jesus Christ.
- 11Scott Hamilton | Olympic Gold, Cancer, and Finding What Matters MostIn this conversation, Scott shares his remarkable journey—from childhood illness and adoption to Olympic glory, cancer diagnoses, and a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ. He reflects on the dangers of building your identity around success, the role of prayer in life's hardest moments, and why God's grace means more than any trophy, title, or achievement.
- 12Stress | Why We Feel Overwhelmed and How to Find RestIn this episode, Haley and Dustin explore what stress really is, the difference between healthy and unhealthy stress, and why we all respond to pressure differently. They discuss five common stress responses—the Controller, Performer, Caretaker, Avoider, and Catastrophizer—and how these patterns reveal what's happening beneath the surface.
- 13Prayer & Faith in America | Elizabeth Carlyle (Celebrating America's 250th Anniversary)In this conversation, Elizabeth shares the stories behind gathering prayers from founding fathers, presidents, and current leaders — including Ben Carson, Tim Tebow, and June Hunt — and what she learned about prayer along the way.
- 14Grace | What It Is, Why We Resist It & How to Receive ItIn this episode, Haley and Dustin explore what God's grace really is, why we need it, and the many ways it shows up across every dimension of life. They discuss common misconceptions about grace, the barriers that keep us from receiving it, and practical steps for learning to live from God's grace instead of constantly striving for approval.
- 15Uncomplicate It: Enjoying God Your Way | Hosanna WongIn this conversation, Haley and Dustin sit down with Hosanna Wong — international speaker, spoken word artist, and best-selling author — to talk about what it looks like to stop overcomplicating your faith and actually enjoy God for real.
- 16Levi Lusko | Finding God in Life's Hardest TransitionsIn this conversation, Haley and Dustin sit down with Levi Lusko, pastor, best-selling author, and founder of Fresh Life Church to talk honestly about grief, loss, and the unexpected season of crisis that led to his newest book, Blessed Are the Spiraling.
- 17God’s Heart for the Nations | Hope for the Heart’s International MinistryIn this special episode, Haley and Dustin discuss God’s heart for the nations and Hope for the Heart’s international ministry. From biblical foundations for missions to powerful stories of transformation from around the world, this conversation explores how God is bringing hope to people across cultures, languages, and circumstances.
- 18Grace Changes Everything: Freedom, Rest, and Receiving from God (with Dr. Libin Abraham)A pastor's reflection on how the redemptive arc of God and the promise of new heavens and earth spark fresh, enduring hope for life and ministry.
- 19Finding Hope After Loss: Grief, Trauma, and Renewing Your Mind with Dr. Lee WarrenDr. Lee Warren is a neurosurgeon and author of The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery. In this deeply moving conversation, Dr. Warren shares what suffering taught him about God, hope, and the power of our thoughts. Blending biblical truth with neuroscience, he offers practical steps on how to renew your mind, care for your mental health, and find hope – even in the hardest seasons.
- 20Mental Health: How to Manage Your Thoughts & Emotions with Philippians 4:8In this episode, Haley and Dustin talk about how to care for your mental health in a practical, biblical way. They unpack key principles about your thoughts and emotions, address common misconceptions that keep us stuck, and walk through Philippians 4:8—showing how each word of the verse can help you manage anxious or overwhelming thoughts.
- 21Cultivate: How God Grows the Fruit of the Spirit in You (with Dr. Rich Kannwischer)Haley and Dustin are joined by Dr. Rich Kannwischer, pastor of Peachtree Church in Atlanta, Georgia and author of Cultivate: How God Grows the Fruit of the Spirit within Us. Richard shares his powerful hope story from early in his ministry about a tragic moment that left him questioning himself, his calling, and whether he had failed.
- 22Walking with God through Cancer (with Lauren Daugherty)At 18 years old, Lauren Daugherty received a cancer diagnosis that would change her life. In this episode, she shares her honest and powerful story of navigating fear, treatment, and the unknown—and how God met her in the middle of it all.
- 23Living Fearless: Discovering Your Identity & Purpose in Christ with Jamie Winship (Replay)In this replay episode, we're revisiting one of our favorite conversations with guest Jamie Winship and explore what it means to truly live fearless. Drawing from his own journey—from a fear-driven identity to one rooted in Christ—Jamie shares how understanding who you are changes everything.
- 24Hope Means Everything: Celebrating 100 Episodes of Hope TalksIn this special 100th episode of Hope Talks, we pause to celebrate and reflect on the journey so far. We share why we started the podcast, the heart behind the ministry, and what we’ve learned along the way.
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