Living in the Gray with PK

In this episode of Living in the Gray with PK , we’re pulling back the curtain on the subtle but dangerous cycle of people pleasing and how it often leads to self-abandonment. PK unpacks how this behavior is rooted in the fear of rejection, shares personal stories of navigating this tension as a pastor and Black woman, and invites you to take steps toward living more holistically — where your yes...

What does it look like to live in the tension of self-doubt and divine assignment? Join Pastor Krys aka PK as she navigates the in-between to discover what exactly God says about why we're called and how we can respond. Don't forget to tag @thekrysmcdonald and @livinginthegraywithpk with your feedback and takeaways. Scripture Reference : Exodus 3, Philippians 1:6

🎙️ Have you ever felt like you’re standing in the hallway of life between two doors—one God closed, and one He hasn’t opened yet? That’s the gray. It’s the space where faith is tested, identity is stretched, and clarity hasn’t quite caught up with your calling but you still know you’re called to and for something. Welcome to "Living in the Gray" the podcast for those learning to trust Go...

📣 NEW PODCAST ALERT! 🎙️ Life isn’t black and white—and neither is our faith journey. Introducing Living in the Gray with PK — a podcast for the misfit, the faith-filled, and the ones still becoming. Each episode helps you navigate life, leadership, and healing in the tension between “I’m not sure” and “God is still good.” 👀 Expect real talk. 🔥 Powerful guests. 🎯 Truth that sticks. The podcast...

Why does everything have to be either/or? Absolute? Divided? Join Krys McDonald as she navigates her way through the intersection of Christianity and culture with a conversation centered around what it means to be objective in a world of perceived absolutes. How can we learn to see certain situations from a both/and angle instead of forcing our opinions onto others? In this episode we will unpack...

People who consider themselves a prophet in the Christian community love to use the phrase "cry loud and spare not" but what does this really mean, especially when it comes to addressing cultural issues? Should we as Christians even address cultural issues from our own platform? Join Krys McDonald as she navigates her way through the intersection of Christianity and culture to discuss what it mean...

How can our social footprint that we leave on social media and in these streets translate into constructive instead of destructive behavior when civically engaging with others? Especially in times of political and social unrest. And especially as Christian believers? Join Krys McDonald as she navigates her way through the intersection of Christianity and culture to discuss what it means to "be civ...

Are you wrong for considering yourself an Empath as a Christian believer?  Join Krys McDonald as she navigates her way through the intersection of Christianity and culture to discuss what the social media streets are tussling about. What is an empath and is that the same thing as having empathy? On this episode we will unpack what it means to be an Empath and how that impacts those who profes...

Join Krys McDonald on a new episode of #shespeakspodcast where she navigates her way through the intersection of Christianity and culture as she speaks about the reality of respectability politics. Krys will highlight the huge problem with respectability politics in the Black community and share her thoughts on how this manifests in our mental health and in a church context as well. Have questions...

Join Krys McDonald as she speaks about the tragic death of 16-year-old Ma'Khia Bryant who was killed by police on Tuesday, April 20th. Many people have opinions about why the officer is wrong in this case but listen in as Krys shares why the blood of this child is on more hands than that officer who fired the gun. IG: @whenkrysspeaks www.whenkrysspeaks.com

Join Krys McDonald on this episode as she addresses the recent death of #EarlSimmons better known as #DMX and how legalistic religious thinking prevents people from seeing that there is room in Heaven for people like him too. IG: @whenkrysspeaks www.whenkrysspeaks.com

At what point are we going to stop using spiritual colloquialisms to avoid dealing with complex mental health issues? Huh? Let’s talk about… Join Krys McDonald on this episode as she speaks about the realities of spiritual bypassing, religious trauma, and how to find healing from it all. IG: @whenkrysspeaks or @shespeaksapparel www.whenkrysspeaks.com

Join the host, Krys McDonald, as she speaks with special guest Nikia (Nick) Anderson about what it means to cultivate a mindset that enables us to grow successfully, both spiritually and mentally. Krys and Nick discuss how childhood and religious trauma impacts our current conditions and they share ways to overcome those things that may hinder future growth. Be warned, there is SO much to unpack i...

Join Krys as she speaks about the racial disparities of mental illness, especially in a culture today where there is so much civil unrest because of police brutality. Krys will address how Black men have been trending in the media lately after deadly encounters with police while they were experiencing a mental break. This episode finds its way at the intersection of Christianity and culture as Kry...

This episode is centered around the new visual album from Beyonce entitled #BlackisKing. Join Krys as she seeks to bridge the gap between Christianity and Black culture in the light of this new musical release. The celebration of Black beauty, the censorship of Black art, and the idolization of Blackness will be discussed. Tune in!

On this episode, Krys shares her thoughts on why #cancelculture needs to be cancelled and how the way we view public figures like #KanyeWest and #TamarBraxton in this culture impacts the way we uphold values of faith and redemption. Join Krys as she seeks to bridge the gap between Christianity and culture as she unpacks the subject of mental health as it relates to our spirituality and platform.

Join Krys on this episode as she has an in depth conversation with special guest Laura Iverson about the joys and drawbacks of being apart of women influencer communities.

She's baaack! Join Krys on the first episode of season 2 where she shares her thoughts on marriage and healing in the light of Will & Jada's latest #redtabletalk episode concerning Jada's #entanglement with August Alsina.

On this Facebook Live recorded podcast, we’re talking all things #sexuality and #sexualpurity for the #Christian #single ! If you’ve been single for any length of time since being saved, then you understand the immense pressure and temptation to conform in a sex-saturated world. But, all hope isn’t lost. Maintaining is possible, but it takes more than prayer and a cold shower! Come hear our storie...

Join Krys on this episode as she addresses the dangers of white privilege and weaponized tears in America. She finds herself yet again at the intersection of culture and Christianity as she speaks about the struggle of dealing with yet another death of an unarmed Black man at the hands of police. She shares her thoughts on why the Amy Cooper's of this culture are not a new phenomenon but history r...

Join Krys on this episode as she navigates her way through the topic of friendship. She speaks about how fictional characters on television can remind us of who we can potentially be in our own friendships in real life. Inspired by the HBO hit show Insecure featuring Issa Rae and Yvonne Orji, Krys uses the characters of Issa and Molly to highlight how friendships can either flourish or fail, depen...

This podcast LIVE roundtable discussion will focus on the line between sexuality and spirituality. Can both simultaneously be good in God's eyes? This conversation is real, relevant, and maybe ratchet too. The episode features some prominent Christian voices as they share their perspectives on why some teachings about sex and purity are mishandled especially within the Church. This episode will al...

Join Krys as she speaks about what it means to support someone in this day and age when many people may feel unsupported. She will answer the question "what is support?" and also speak about why the way we support others or expect to be supported can be unhealthy.

Join Krys as she continues the conversation centered around dealing with difficult people. Inspired by the show "TIger King," Krys speaks about the challenges of engaging with people who are dead set on pushing your buttons. She answers the question, "how do I deal with difficult people" while remaining Christlike and cool.

On this episode, Krys shares her thoughts on how tough it can be dealing with difficult people, even if sometimes the difficult person is you. She speaks about how two TV shows reminded her that creating and sustaining life-giving relationships with others must include three C's: Communication, Compromise, and most importantly Christ...especially when you wanna curse somebody out.