Ep 61 - Craig Melvin & Lindsay Czarniak: Pressing Pause, Deepening Connection and Finding Peace

The Paula Faris 'Faith & Calling' Podcast

It’s undeniable the major toll a global pandemic, racial unrest and political upheaval has taken on us all. Now imagine if it was your job to show up every day and report on these stories to the country – and add in that your partner also works in the same industry. That’s the weighty reality of Paula’s guests this week, and they are diving into a don’t-miss conversation about the elusive work/life balance in our chaotic world and the steadying effect of listening for God’s calling along the way.

Craig Melvin and Lindsay Czarniak fell in love while working at the same news station in Washington DC. Today Lindsay is a broadcaster for FOX Sports and previously anchored ESPN’s SportsCenter, SportsNation and NASCAR Now. Craig is the current news anchor on NBC’s TODAY Show, a co-host of the 3rd Hour TODAY and contributing anchor for NBC’s Dateline. Up until last month he was also the host of Craig Melvin Reports. Craig and Lindsay open up to Paula about what led Craig to pump the brakes at MSNBC and walk away from his daily show after ten years. He shares what helped him know it was time to go and what he’s learned from his therapist about indirect stress and what it does in our lives – an applicable word for anyone navigating a big decision or seeking more peace.

Craig and Lindsay have been married for over a decade and along with their deep faith connection, they share two beautiful children. They discuss with Paula the pull they experience as working parents between wanting to provide and wanting to be there for their kids. Hear what they say they had to come to terms with to make peace with their limits and better prioritize their relationships. They also open up about what it looks like to be in the same competitive business with the one you love. Hear how they have managed to avoid rivalry and what helps them cheer each other on through thick and thin.

This duo’s connection is adorable, and while they still struggle to get their stories straight about their first meeting (as you’ll hear and LOL), they are clear on the fact that their faith is central to what keeps them grounded and grateful. Whether you’re looking to take your next professional step, scale back and take a pause or untangle the stress in your life, let this vulnerable conversation remind you that what you do isn’t who you are and empower you to listen for and follow the peace in your spirit.

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