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After months of conversations, stories, laughs, hard topics, and everything in between… we’re sitting down for one final episode of Bald and Sassy. In this episode, we take time to look back on where it all started, some of our favorite moments, and what God has done through this podcast — not just in the lives of others, but in our own. From student stories to real-life struggles, from football t...

This week’s episode is different. After over a month away from recording together, Chris & Chris sit down for a conversation that’s raw, honest, and close to home. In the past five weeks, Chris Bailey and his wife experienced both the joy of finding out they were expecting… and the heartbreak of walking through a miscarriage. In this episode, we talk about the reality of grief — the questions,...

Mind Games Part 4: Who Am I Really? We’ve never had more options — and we’ve never been more unsure who we are. In the final week of Mind Games, we talk identity, confidence, and calling. Is your confidence built on performance? Approval? Achievement? What happens when those things disappear? We discuss the pressure to have your whole life figured out by 18… or 22… or 25… and how to build an ident...

Mind Games Part 3: I Messed Up… Now What? There’s guilt… and then there’s shame. In Part 3, we talk about the difference between conviction and shame — and why so many students don’t drift from God because they stop believing, but because they feel unworthy. We unpack what happens after you mess up. Why do we hide? Why does isolation make things worse? And how does the Gospel actually address the...

Scrolling used to be fun. Now it just feels like comparison. This week we tackle one of the biggest mental battles for 13–28 year olds: comparison. Social media has made it easier than ever to measure your life against someone else’s highlight reel — and harder than ever to feel content. We talk about performance, platform, body image, success, and the subtle ways comparison steals joy. Is competi...

Ever lay in bed exhausted… but your brain won’t shut up? In Part 1 of our Mind Games series, we talk about overthinking, anxiety, and the mental spirals so many students and young adults are quietly battling. From pressure about the future to performance, relationships, and expectations — we unpack why Gen Z is statistically the most anxious generation we’ve seen and what that actually means. More...

This week we’re joined by someone who’s been on the podcast before — but this time, it’s different. Caleb Garza recently stepped onto the stage at High Def Youth Conference as one of the keynote speakers, sharing his story of drifting, wrestling with people-pleasing, and ultimately coming back to God. In this episode, we unpack that journey — from Mission Arlington becoming a turning point, to ret...

We’re wrapping up our Building a Faith That Lasts series with a conversation about perseverance — the kind of steady faith that doesn’t quit when motivation fades or when life gets hard. From spiritual endurance to real-life momentum, we talk through why sticking with Jesus matters even in the slow or confusing seasons of life. Along the way we jump into some fun and timely topics too: we talk abo...

In Week 3 of our Building a Faith That Lasts series, we dig into a tough but necessary question: Is our faith something we believe… or something we actually live? We talk about the difference between simply believing in God and walking in obedient faith—the kind that shows up in daily decisions, not just Sunday conversations. Drawing from Scripture, we challenge the idea that faith is passive and...

We took a little breather from the series this week — and honestly, it was needed. Chris Bailey is fresh off a trip to Scottsdale, so we kick things off talking Arizona, desert beauty, and why getting away sometimes resets more than just your schedule. From there, it turns into a football-heavy episode as we break down the College Football National Championship and react to the chaos of the NFL Di...

Faith gets tested under pressure — kind of like teams in the playoffs. In Part 2 of Building a Faith That Lasts, Chris & Chris kick things off the only way they know how: talking about the latest NFL coach firings, reacting to the Wild Card playoff chaos, and talking through the College Football Playoff semifinal matchups. Because let’s be honest — leadership, pressure, and preparation show up...

Faith doesn’t fall apart overnight — it drifts when the foundation is weak. In Part 1 of our new series Building a Faith That Lasts, Chris & Chris kick things off by talking about what real, lasting faith is actually built on. Not hype. Not emotions. Not just showing up to church — but deep, steady foundations that can hold when life gets heavy. We unpack why so many people struggle to stay ro...

New year… same God. In this episode, Chris & Chris turn the start of the year into Faith Draft Day — looking back at where God showed up last year, drafting faith goals for the year ahead, and honestly answering the question: What are we hoping God does this year? From personal testimonies to big prayers, this conversation is for students, leaders, and anyone stepping into a new season wonderi...

As a new year begins, it’s easy to rush ahead—but what if God is inviting us to pause first? In this episode of Bald and Sassy, Chris and Chris talk about the importance of closing chapters well—in the calendar year, in life, and especially for seniors standing on the edge of a new season. From reflecting on what God has done, to releasing what no longer belongs in the next chapter, we explore why...

What if the lonely seasons of life aren’t signs that God has left—but proof that He’s working more deeply than ever? In this follow-up episode, Chris and Chris continue the conversation sparked by our Hard Christmas episode, slowing down to talk about loneliness, surrender, temptation, and the quiet ways God shapes us when life feels stripped back. We wrestle with why God allows wilderness seasons...

Christmas doesn’t always look like lights, laughter, and picture-perfect moments. Sometimes it comes with loneliness, transition, unanswered questions, and a faith that feels stretched. In this episode of Bald and Sassy, Chris & Chris sit down with student Kate Butler to talk about what it looks like to follow Jesus when life pulls you away from everything familiar. After moving away from the...

The Advent Episode: Waiting Well in a World That Hates Waiting  This week on Bald and Sassy, Chris & Chris kick things off with some Thanksgiving football talk before shifting into something a little deeper: Advent — what it really means, where it comes from, and why it still matters today. We take a quick look at the ancient roots of Advent, a season the early Church set aside for repentance,...

This week on Bald & Sassy, Chris & Chris dive into a word we don’t hear much anymore… but desperately need: consecration. What does it really mean to be “set apart” for God in a world constantly pulling us in every other direction? And how do we pursue holiness without slipping into legalism, shame, or spiritual burnout? In this episode, we talk through the Scriptures that call us to live...

This week on Bald and Sassy, Chris & Chris are diving headfirst into the wild, wonderful, and sometimes emotionally confusing world of Thanksgiving. From family dynamics that feel straight out of a sitcom… to the deep gratitude moments that catch you off guard… we’re unpacking what makes this holiday both hilarious and holy. We’re kicking things off with some fun Thanksgiving trivia, crazy NFL...

Last week, Payton shared what it looked like to drift from God’s purpose. This week, he shares what it means to return. In Part 2, we talk about finding clarity in the noise, letting go of old habits, and rediscovering the joy of living fully surrendered to Jesus. Payton walks us through how God met him in his struggle—and how life on purpose is worth every step back. This episode is a powerful re...

We’ve all been there—caught between who God’s called us to be and who the world wants us to be. In this honest conversation, we sit down with high school senior Payton McAllister as he opens up about what it’s like to live “two lives”—one chasing the world, and one longing for Jesus. From the quiet drift away from God’s purpose to the heavy feeling of spiritual distance, Payton’s story reminds us...

This week on Bald and Sassy, Chris & Chris dive into some of the real questions about faith and spirituality that every believer faces at some point — from doubts and dry seasons to hearing God’s voice and finding peace in the middle of life’s chaos. It’s not about having perfect faith, but about being honest in the struggle and learning how God meets us there. Join the conversation as we unpa...

This week on Bald and Sassy, we’re diving into the big questions everyone wrestles with — What’s my purpose? How do I know God’s plan for my life? What if I’m scared of the future? We talk about what it looks like to follow Jesus when you don’t have all the answers, how to trust Him in uncertainty, and why surrendering your plans might be the most freeing thing you ever do. It’s honest, hopeful, a...

It’s Friday, which means it’s time for some football talk with the Bald and Sassy crew! 🏈 We’re kicking off the weekend with a brand-new format — splitting up our sports and mentorship conversations so you can get your football fix heading into game day. This week, we’re talking crazy upsets, Joe Flacco’s in-division trade, and the Dallas Cowboys looking playoff ready. Join Chris & Chris for...

This week on Bald and Sassy, we’re tackling some of the real questions that every believer wrestles with at some point — even if we don’t always say them out loud. How do I serve when I feel unqualified? How do I actually hear God’s voice? Is it okay to doubt my faith? And how do I find peace when everything feels heavy? Join Chris and Chris as they get real about the wrestle, the waiting, and the...