
The Soul Care Matters Podcast
Ryan Berg
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A podcast focusing on connecting the Gospel to real life. Engaging interviews with pastors and counselors, coaches and leaders. Transparent conversations with real people and practical application of biblical truth. Hosted by Ryan Berg and presented by Luma Counseling.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best The Soul Care Matters Podcast episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to The Soul Care Matters Podcast for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite The Soul Care Matters Podcast episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Friendship Series: Megan Frew & Sarah Grismer Talk Friendship (3)
The Soul Care Matters Podcast
04/11/24 • 36 min
In our ongoing series on friendship, we have invited life-long friends Megan & Sarah to join Ryan and talk about their friendship, what makes it work, what makes it last, and how other might go about developing new friendships. This is a good one, you'll laugh, cry, and maybe even learn a thing or two!
Listen to Megan's Lifestory Episode
Empathy vs Sympathy Video - Brene Brown

Leading with Love with Dan Kaskubar
The Soul Care Matters Podcast
05/01/25 • 42 min
This is episode 3 in our mini series entitled "Life-giving Leaders."
This one is on Ryan's top 5 list of favorite episodes of the podcast he has ever recorded. Ryan's dear friend and fellow leader Dan Kaskubar joins him today to talk about being a leader who leads with Love. That may sound cliche' but once you hear Dan discuss this, you will understand it is anything but cliche'. Dan has created and launched his own company, been an executive pastor in a church, and currently is working with organizations to establish affordable housing in the Denver metro area. Dan is an expert when it comes to leadership and that shines through on today's episode. He walks us through how to consider those we lead in ways that communicate love towards them while also helping them excel in their specific roles.
Learn more about Dan and his good work here.
Looking to engage with a leadership coach? Luma can help! Click here for more information.
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Leading From the 2nd Chair with Jimmy Carnes
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04/24/25 • 37 min
This is episode 2 in our miniseries entitled "Life-Giving Leaders."
Returning guest Jimmy Carnes joins Ryan on the podcast today to talk about what it is like to lead from the 2nd chair, or "lead up" in an organization. Leadership is hard in the best of circumstances, it can be even more challenging when you're leading in a space where you're not the final decision maker on things. Jimmy carefully and compassionately walks us through how we should consider this monumental task and gives excellent insight into how we can take care of ourselves in the process.
Check out Capable Life here.
Looking to engage with a leadership coach? Luma can help! Click here for more information.
Follow us on instagram and join the conversation! Luma Counseling

Bonus Episode: What Can Christians Take Away from Inside Out 2 with Lisa Cuss
The Soul Care Matters Podcast
05/15/25 • 38 min
Bonus Episode!
Oh boy, what a treat you listeners are in for today! Lisa Cuss, trauma therapist, Capable life coach, and all around amazing person joins Ryan today to talk about the phenomenon that is/was Inside Out 2. Now when this episode airs this conversation will have happened months ago. Unforeseen production delays have pushed it back far longer than anticipated but it is no less informative, encouraging, and helpful. Lisa walks us through how we, as followers of Jesus or not, might watch a film like Inside Out 2 and draw many beneficial things from it, even when its not an overtly faith-based film. Don't miss this one!
Check out Capable Life here.
Follow us on instagram and join the conversation! Luma Counseling

Season Two Wrap-Up
The Soul Care Matters Podcast
08/04/22 • 17 min
It's hard to believe, but this is the last episode of season two! Jeff and Ryan take a short walk down memory lane from season two and give a look ahead to what season three holds.
NOTE: At the time of this recording there was one additional episode that would have come out before this one. Due to unforeseen circumstances, that episode isn't available. So the guys refer to 15 episodes in season two, but there are actually only 14. Not to worry though that "lost episode" will air in season 3!

Self-Stewardship Series: Spiritual Self-Care/Discipline with Bob Martin (2)
The Soul Care Matters Podcast
08/01/24 • 32 min
Join Jeff and special guest Pastor Bob Martin as they continue the series discussion on holistic care of self. In this episode they dive into what it looks like to care for oneself spiritually. This isn't your typical "read your Bible more" kind of chat, this ones gives far wider and more helpful and practical perspective.

Luma is Culturally Responsive with Bekah Capriglione
The Soul Care Matters Podcast
02/27/25 • 27 min
It's episode 4 in our mini-series on "Who is Luma" and in today's episode you'll meet Bekah Capriglione, a current Luma counselor and just a joy to be around. Bekah brings a lot of energy and enthusiasm to the team as well as a nuanced understanding of what it looks like to counsel in a way that is Christ-Centered, Biblically Based, and Culturally Responsive.
Being responsive to our current cultural climate in a way that is faithful to the authority of God's Word is a delicate balance. Join Ryan and Bekah as they discuss this and give some examples of how Luma strives to be culturally responsive.

A Deep Dive
The Soul Care Matters Podcast
06/24/21 • 41 min
This week take a deep dive into Ryan and Jeff's stories. Hear how spending time on a mission's trip brought Jeff to Jesus, listen as Ryan discusses the "dueling kingdoms" in his life and talks about what as almost his "one shining moment" as a high school soccer player. Available now wherever you get your podcasts.

Anxiety Series: Intro to Anxiety (1)
The Soul Care Matters Podcast
02/01/24 • 33 min
Welcome back! We are here with season four of the Soul Care Matters Podcast. In this episode Jeff & Ryan talk about how season 4 will be a little bit different and intro our first series topic: Anxiety.

Anxiety Series: Managing Anxiety with Steve Cuss (2)
The Soul Care Matters Podcast
02/15/24 • 42 min
This is episode 2 of our series discussing anxiety.
It's finally here! This is the episode Ryan has been wanting to produce for almost three years. Join Ryan & Jeff as they welcome pastor and author Steve Cuss to the podcast to discuss chronic anxiety and it's effects on us but also some helpful ways to manage it. If you're only able to listen to one podcast this week, make sure this is the one!
Links to resources mentioned in this episode:
www.capablelife.me
Note: Since recording this episode Steve's podcast has been picked up by the Christianity to day podcast network. You can now access his podcast here:
Being Human with Steve Cuss
The Expectation Gap: The Tiny, Vast Space between Our Beliefs and Experience of God (Pre-Order)
Steve's Website
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FAQ
How many episodes does The Soul Care Matters Podcast have?
The Soul Care Matters Podcast currently has 84 episodes available.
What topics does The Soul Care Matters Podcast cover?
The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Christianity, Spirituality, Evangelical, Mental Health, Counseling, Religion & Spirituality, Development, Growth, Therapy, Podcasts, Health and Jesus.
What is the most popular episode on The Soul Care Matters Podcast?
The episode title 'How Do You Feel: A Theology of Emotions Part 1' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Soul Care Matters Podcast?
The average episode length on The Soul Care Matters Podcast is 29 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Soul Care Matters Podcast released?
Episodes of The Soul Care Matters Podcast are typically released every 14 days.
When was the first episode of The Soul Care Matters Podcast?
The first episode of The Soul Care Matters Podcast was released on Mar 4, 2021.
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