184. Stop Letting Discouragement Control Your Life with Fr. Timothy Gallagher Nov 12, 2025

We all crave peace. But what happens when prayer feels dry, life doesn't match your plans, and discouragement sets in? In this powerful conversation, Fr Timothy Gallagher shares insights from his new ...

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183. The Priest Who Taught Me How to See Heaven on Earth Nov 05, 2025

 

When my mentor passed away, I didn’t just lose a friend — I lost the man who taught me how to see heaven in the middle of real life.
He was the priest’s priest: wise, raw, deeply human, and utterly ...

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182. Life is Hard Even For Believers (and the Future of Always Hope) faith hope resilience solo Oct 29, 2025

What happens when you hit a wall and can't find the energy to keep going? That's exactly what I've been grappling with over the past few months. After a challenging summer, I realized I needed to take...

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181. Reset Your Dating Mindset. | Maria Spears Mumaugh and Megan Elfelt anxiety catholic christian dating men women Jun 20, 2025

If you've ever felt the sting of disappointment in dating or wondered how to break free from a cycle of cynicism and nervousness, this conversation is for you.

A couple of years ago, I had the pleasu...

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180. Why Prayer Will Transform Your Marriage | Doug Hinderer Jun 04, 2025

Is your marriage going through a period of suffering? Maybe it's the relationship that needs some improving, or maybe the hardships of life are weighing you down. Either way, we often turn to prayer a...

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179. Easy Ways to Let Go of Dating Pressure | Maria Creitz and Darenys Radich dating hope interview men women May 26, 2025

Cue Queen, because today we are talking about how to not feel “under pressure” when dating.

Join Dr. Mario Sacasa as he welcomes Maria Creitz and Derenys Radich, the creators of the Little Dates Club...

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178. Breaking Down Pope Leo XIV's Opening Statements catholic dating men solo women May 09, 2025

We have a new Pope! So, let's overreact and overanalyze his opening remarks (because why not?). Today, I break down Pope Leo XIV's opening statement: “Peace be with you.” Why did he focus on those wor...

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177. What Every Catholic Needs to Know About Anxiety | Art Bennett & Dr. Lianna Bennett Haidar anxiety counseling faith hope interview May 01, 2025

Anxiety is on the rise in our culture. And while there are a ton of great resources available, how can Catholics find a way forward? Is prayer enough? Should I feel guilty because I don’t trust God en...

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176. How the Hope of the Resurrection Changes Everything. counseling faith hope life lessons providence solo May 01, 2025

Today, I’m focusing on the resurrection of Christ, which is the cornerstone of our faith, providing hope during life's challenges. By anchoring our faith in the resurrection, we can navigate the compl...

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175. Freedom from Sex Addiction | Fr. Sean Kilcawley addiction counseling marriage men solo Apr 16, 2025

The term addiction gets thrown around a lot these days. I’m addicted to my screen. I’m addicted to shopping. I’m addicted to potato chips. But what is an addiction? And, more specifically, what classi...

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174. Take Up Your Cross: The Key to Peace Apr 09, 2025

Despite a having a strong faith, many of us face struggles that can feel overwhelming. The subtle messaging of a prosperity gospel can leave us feeling duped when life doesn't go as planned. It's esse...

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173. The Line Between Modesty and Freedom | Dr. Sarah Denny Lorio Mar 17, 2025

Today, I welcome back Dr. Sarah Denny Lorio, bioethicist and speaker, to dive into what modesty really means, the responsibilities of both men and women, and how societal norms have shifted over the y...

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