A new podcast for those in and around grief —

Whether you're right in the middle of your grief or you want to help people who are, join us as we discuss facing life's toughest challenges. Deep loss is lonely, but running to the hard is better when you're running together.

This is the Michal Christopher story:

“Run to the hard, run to the hurt, for it's in the greatest hard that God 's gonna do His greatest work.” - Michal

Michal Christopher

December 27, 1978 - October 9, 2022 (age 43)

Millions Affected by Grief

20%
of those who lose a loved one will experience a “complicated” level of grief” where it seems to have no end. 
12.5M
2.5 Million people die in the United States annually, each leaving an average of five grieving people behind.
30%
of college students have lost a family member or close friend within the last year. 
250M
5% of children in the United States have lost one or both parents by age 15.

Latest Episodes

Throughout episodes, Curtis shares his own hardships, from childhood to adulthood, and how Michal’s words have taught him to look at things from a new perspective. 

All  Episodes
Ep 26: Widowed Overnight- Losing My Husband Suddenly at 32
Season 3
February 3, 2025
54
 MIN

In this powerful conversation, Cortney Kendrick shares her heartbreaking yet hope-filled journey after losing her husband Don to sudden violence.

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Ep 25: Why Losing My Mom at 18 Was a Wake-Up Call
Season 3
January 21, 2025
54
 MIN

Today’s episode is deeply personal and incredibly moving. Ellah Hood, Michal’s oldest daughter courageously shares her story of losing mom at just 18 years old. Ellah opens up about: >The weight of well-meaning words that didn’t always bring comfort. >The temptation to shut down and isolate in her grief. > The raw moments of wrestling with God and the powerful shift in how she sees Him now. This conversation is a testament to resilience, faith and finding hope in the hardest seasons. Ellah’s story is one you won’t want to miss.

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Ep 24: Losing BOTH Aging Parents Weeks Apart
Season 3
December 17, 2024
53
 MIN

n This episode, Curtis is joined by his long-time friends Steph and Dale Schaeffer. They discuss the challenges of caring for aging parents, the importance of having difficult conversations about health and care, and the emotional toll of being part of the sandwich generation.

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Ep 23: Thankful Looks Different After Grief
Season 2
December 16, 2024
37
 MIN

Curtis invites his girlfriend Crystal to speak live at Sunbury Nazarene Church in Sunbury, Ohio to answer the question, what does Thanksgiving and gratitude look like right in the middle of devastation and pain?

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Ep 22: Grief & The Search For Hope
Season 2
November 8, 2024
60
 MIN

Curtis & Tristan are back with a part II of the grief convo they highlight essential questions around grieving: how we can support each other, the role of faith in suffering, and why establishing boundaries in grief is necessary.

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Ep 21: Life After Loss of a Child
Season 2
October 29, 2024
73
 MIN

In this episode, Curtis interviews his former ball player who is now an author, a pastor and griever who lost his young daughter Maria, who died suddenly in his arms in 2016.

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Ep 20: Finding Motivation After Loss
Season 2
October 22, 2024
43
 MIN

In this episode, Chris and Curtis delve into the profound journey of grief, exploring how and when to find motivation after loss.

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Ep 19: Grief Lessons Two Years After My Wife Died
Season 2
October 15, 2024
61
 MIN

In this episode, Chris interviews Curtis, particularly focusing on the transition from the first to the second year after the loss of his wife and the lessons he has learned.

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Ep 18: God's Plan For Your Pain
Season 2
October 8, 2024
64
 MIN

You will hear the amazing story of how Curtis learned to Run to the Hard from his wife Michal, and find hope that God alone can provide even in the midst of tragedy.

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Ep 17: Love After Losing Your Spouse
Season 2
October 1, 2024
69
 MIN

In this heartfelt conversation, Chris walks Crystal and her new love after loss through their current experiences as they date after losing their spouses.

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About the podcast —

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.

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Run to the Hard - Meet the Hosts - Curtis Christopher and Chris Farrell
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Curtis & Chris

Run to the Hard Podcast

God doesn’t promise us a life free of suffering, but He always brings healing and restoration on other end.

Our goal is to inspire you to face life’s trials with courage and trust in God’s plan and to run to the hard.