Always Hope

Always Hope

Hosted by: Dr. Mario Sacasa, LMFT

Always Hope provides solutions to a better life that are anchored in faith and psychological science. Dr. Mario Sacasa, LMFT, brings his years of counseling experience to the table and welcomes experts and friends to...

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191. Why Young Men are Returning to Faith with Dr. Anthony Isacco

Are young men returning to faith? For decades, religion in America has been declining. But recently something surprising is happening: more men are openly exploring faith, purpose, and spirituality. In this episode, a...
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190. Life Lessons from Death Row with Fr. Dustin Feddon

What happens when we are defined by our worst? What does it do to the human heart when we are considered without redemption?  Fr. Dustin Feddon has spent over a decade walking alongside men in maximum-security prisons...
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189. The Missing Foundation in Masculine Formation with Fr. Josh Johnson

We talk a lot about masculinity — but far less about how it’s actually formed. In this conversation, we step back from the usual talking points and look at masculinity from the ground up. Drawing on firsthand...
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188. Why Forgiveness Feels Impossible For Most People with Dr. Robert Enright

Forgiveness is one of the most misunderstood—and emotionally challenging—parts of healing. In this episode, Dr. Mario sits down with Dr. Robert Enright, a pioneer in forgiveness research, to unpack what forgiveness...
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187. Catholic Psychologist Explains Same-Sex Attraction Honestly with Dr. Julia Sadusky

What does faithfulness really look like for Catholics who experience same-sex attraction? In this episode of the Always Hope Podcast, Dr. Julia Sadusky, a Catholic psychologist, joins us for an honest, compassionate,...
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186. The Psychology of Hope: Moving Forward Through Uncertainty with Dr. Matthew Gallagher

Most people think hope is just wishing for the best. It’s not. Today we explore the real psychology behind hope — how it works, why it matters, and how it can guide you through fear, failure, and uncertainty. We break...
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185. Why Your Idea of Peace Might Be Completely Wrong

What if everything you’ve been taught about peace is only half the story? In today’s episode, I break open the real interior process that leads to lasting calm—one rooted in interpersonal neurobiology, attachment...
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184. Stop Letting Discouragement Control Your Life with Fr. Timothy Gallagher

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 book, 'If You...
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183. The Priest Who Changed How I See God

  When Fr. Crawford 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 devoted to...
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182. Life is Hard Even For Believers (and the Future of Always Hope)

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 a step back from...
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181. Reset Your Dating Mindset. | Maria Spears Mumaugh and Megan Elfelt

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 pleasure of speaking...
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180. Why Prayer Will Transform Your Marriage | Doug Hinderer

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 as a last resort....
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