Host
Kara R. Hunt
KARA R. HUNT is the host of the Cheer UP! Podcast, an award-winning author, and minister of the Gospel.
Cheer UP! Podcast
Welcome to The Cheer UP! Podcast – Your Journey to Joy Starts Here!
Hosted by Kara R. Hunt and Cheri Swalwell, this is where you'll find real hope, relentless encouragement, and the kind of joy that outlasts the storm.
“These things I have spoken unto you, that in Me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.”
(John 16:33 KJV)
Life’s battles don’t disappear—but neither does Christ’s victory.
Whether you’re wrestling with anxiety, exhaustion, or just need a reminder that joy is your birthright, Kara and Cheri bring Scripture-soaked truth, laughter, and “me too” moments to every episode.
Tune in for:
Stories that prove cheerfulness is warfare against the enemy.
Battle-tested faith tactics for when life feels like a losing fight
Biblical takes on Scriptural truths (because overcomers need ammunition from the Word of God)
Uplifting stories that remind you joy is a choice
Practical faith for real-life challenges
Fresh perspectives on Scripture that make hope unavoidable
New episodes drop weekly. Arm yourself with joy.
Contributors
Co-host
Cheri Swalwell
Cheri Swalwell is a Christ follower who thoroughly enjoys her calling to be a wife, mother, author, podcaster, speaker and friend.
When she’s not working, she loves spending time with her family hiking and exploring God’s amazing world.
Cheri’s heart is to encourage people through her fiction series and many nonfiction books including devotionals, Bible studies, and compilation books.