Best Catholic In Recovery Podcasts (2025)

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Seminary Life, Clergy Recovery, & Healing Through Divorce 54:40

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In this last episode of the Catholic in Recovery Podcast, Scott Weeman and Father Sean Kilcawley discuss their recent experiences, including Father Sean's new role at the seminary and Scott's trip to Rome, where he met Pope Leo. Father Sean offers guidance on addiction recovery for priests and the Church's teachings on divorce in challenging circum…

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Breaking Down the Media Statements: Kimmel, Trump, Tylenols Counterpunch 16:16

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When three statements drop within the same hour, it’s not just news, it’s a case study. Disney walks back Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension with a vague, deflective release. Donald Trump grabs headlines in the Roosevelt Room, suggesting Tylenol in pregnancy raises autism risk — without evidence. Tylenol fires back fast with a direct, science-based denial. …

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44: ADDICTION AND MENTAL HEALTH STRUGGLES? GARON GETS IT! 45:54

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Depression, anxiety, drug addiction, and homelessness shaped Garon Green’s early path—but his story is one of powerful transformation. In this moving episode of the Overcome Depression Podcast, Garon opens up about his journey from addiction and isolation to self-awareness, healing, and empowerment. Aaron reflects on the fear and emotional pain he …

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Pro-life directors discuss New Jersey Mass & March for Life 54:55

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On this week’s episode of Talking Catholic, two well-respected pro-life advocates join us to talk about the upcoming Mass for Life, rally and march taking place Sept. 25 in Trenton. Jennifer Ruggiero, director of human life and dignity for the Diocese of Metuchen, and Rachel Hendricks, coordinator of the Respect Life Ministry in the Diocese of Tren…

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43: SLEEP AND DEPRESSION: BEDS, PILLS & DREAMS 51:54

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Sleep and depression are closely linked—your bed, habits, and environment can deeply impact your mental health. In this powerful podcast episode, Jennifer and John explore the essential connection between sleep and emotional well-being, offering practical advice to help you improve both. They discuss how poor sleep can worsen depression and how sma…

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When Words Become Weapons: Speech, Consequences, and the Charlie Kirk Fallout 18:08

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Outrage isn’t random anymore, it’s a playbook. In the wake of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, what started as shock turned into a communication crisis that exposed how words can either shape narratives or ignite division. Here’s the problem: in 2025, speech doesn’t live in a vacuum. Every comment, post, and soundbite ricochets through algorithms, ins…

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Rowan Students Reflect on Vatican’s Jubilee of Youth 55:45

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Join us for a deeply inspiring episode as Kari Janisse and Mike Walsh sit down with Rowan University’s Catholic Campus Ministry executive board members—Donovan Kenny, Anthony LaPiana, and Peter Romeo—fresh from their pilgrimage to Rome for the Jubilee of Youth. These engineering seniors not only witnessed the global heartbeat of youth faith in acti…

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Ep. 118: Friendships in Times of Change (feat. Paul Henley) 43:32

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Tom sits down with a close friend, Paul Henley, to discuss how maintaining friendships is vital to the challenge of navigating various changes in one's life.

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From Phillies Ball Snatch to US Open Hat Grab: Outrage, Backlash, and Blowback Explained 17:02

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Outrage isn’t new, but the way it plays out in 2025 feels like a full-time industry. This week, it’s Phillies fans brawling over a foul ball, a CEO swiping a signed hat at the US Open, Bruce Willis’ family facing judgment in a Diane Sawyer interview, and American Eagle cashing in on controversy with its headline-grabbing campaign. Here’s the proble…

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42: NOTHING COULD HEAL MY MOTHER DAUGHTER RELATIONSHIP-UNTIL NOW 51:30

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Explore how Falun Dafa can strengthen the mother daughter relationship and help overcome symptoms of depression naturally. In this episode of the Overcome Depression Podcast, Jennifer Stirling-Campbell, Nick Janicki, and Holly Janicki share how Falun Dafa—a spiritual practice rooted in meditation, gentle exercises, and moral philosophy—has transfor…

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EP 139: How to Talk to Teens About Drinking and Peer Pressure (What I Told My Sons Before College) 26:48

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Sending your teen off to college? The first weeks of freshman year are full of pressure—parties, alcohol, drugs, and the deep desire to belong. As a Catholic sobriety coach (and mom of three), I just walked my own son through this transition and had “the talk” every parent needs to have. In this episode, I’ll share: How to talk to teens about drink…

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Boundaries & Healthy Relationships 1:02:39

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In this episode of the Catholic in Recovery Podcast, Scott Weeman and Father Sean Kilcawley discuss the vital role of boundaries in fostering healthy relationships within recovery, emphasizing that these boundaries are crucial for protecting sobriety, mental health, and spiritual growth, especially for those who come from backgrounds where boundari…

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Exploring the Life of Fr. Walter Ciszek, S.J. 55:30

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This week we spotlight a special presentation series hosted by Saint Joseph’s Polish Apostolate of the Diocese of Camden titled: “With God in Camden.” The series explores the extraordinary life of Servant of God, Fr. Walter Ciszek, S.J.—a Pennsylvania-born Jesuit missionary who endured decades of imprisonment and hard labor in Soviet Russia for his…

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What Was Said at the Mic: Press Conference Analysis After the Annunciation Catholic School Shooting 21:49

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A shooting inside a Minneapolis church during a back-to-school Mass left two children dead and several others injured. The Annunciation Catholic School community was shattered. The country watched. And almost immediately, public officials and school leaders stood in front of microphones, tasked with speaking into heartbreak. In this episode, examin…

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41: BEWARE OF PRIDE 37:31

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Overcoming depression requires humility—beware of pride, which can quietly block your path to healing. In this powerful episode of the Overcome Depression Podcast, Jennifer Stirling-Campbell and John dive into the often-overlooked role of pride in depression. They share honest reflections and personal stories about how pride has interfered with the…

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Soon-to-be-saints Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati 55:53

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On this episode of Talking Catholic, hosts Mike Walsh and Jen Mauro are joined by Laurie Power and Pete Sanchez, co-hosts of our sibling monthly podcast Talking Saints, for a conversation about the upcoming canonizations of Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati. Together, they explore the extraordinary lives of these two soon-to-be saints, the vir…

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Ep. 117: Do Monks Have Midlife Crises? 38:30

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Br. Francisco and Tom discuss how we as humans respond to change in our lives and the weight that comes when we are forced to accept that our lives might not be how we expected.

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40: I WAS A NARCISSIST * THE NARCISSISM AND DEPRESSION LINK 42:02

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Narcissism and depression often arise from hidden dynamics of control! In this powerful conversation, Jennifer Stirling-Campbell and Mike Campbell explore the emotional and psychological roots of narcissism and control, highlighting how these forces can silently shape our relationships, mental health, and personal freedom. They discuss the vital im…

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The First Mistake That Will Sink You in a Crisis 9:13

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The Breakdown: The first move most people make in a crisis is often the one that causes the most damage. It happens when emotion outruns strategy, and the brain mistakes public pressure for personal danger. The result is impulsive action, usually in the form of a rushed post, a scrambled statement, or a desperate attempt to make the backlash go awa…

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The Power of Prayer in Recovery 56:57

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In this Catholic in Recovery Podcast episode, Scott Weeman and Father Sean Kilcawley discuss prayer as a vital and transformative part of recovery, exploring how the Twelve Steps and the Catholic faith emphasize prayer for spiritual growth and healing. They highlight the importance of radical honesty in prayer, treating it as a relationship with Go…

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Pope Leo XIV: The First 100 Days – Reflections with Fr. Jason Rocks 55:34

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In this episode of Talking Catholic, hosts Mike Walsh and Jen Mauro sit down with Fr. Jason Rocks, Chancellor of the Diocese of Camden, to look back at the first 100 days of Pope Leo XIV’s pontificate. From his calm, unifying tone and revival of beloved papal traditions to his bold engagement with modern issues like artificial intelligence, Pope Le…

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How Taylor Swift Turned New Heights Into a Smart PR Play 27:05

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Taylor Swift didn’t just pop onto her boyfriend’s New Heights podcast for fun. She executed a masterclass in brand strategy. With over 16 million views and endless headlines, her first-ever appearance alongside Travis and Jason Kelce wasn’t casual. It was calculated. In this episode of The PR Breakdown with Molly McPherson, a look at the strategy b…

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39: THE TORMENT OF DEPRESSION AND HOW TO PRAY WITH FAITH TO HEAL! 55:24

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Do you have the faith to heal from depression? Depression, physical illness, and emotional torment often share hidden spiritual roots—and healing can be immediate through the Prayer of Freedom book. In this powerful conversation, Beatty Carmichael and Jennifer Stirling-Campbell discuss different types of spirits and the role of forgiveness, confess…

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Mark Zimmaro Returns 55:45

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As Catholic schools prepare to kick off another academic year, excitement is building not only in the classrooms but also on the fields. This week, co-hosts Jen Mauro and Mike Bress sit down with longtime Catholic Star Herald sports reporter Mark Zimmaro for a deep dive into the upcoming high school sports season. Mark shares insights on standout a…

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Finding Joy Amid Loss: A Christian Perspective on Grief w/ Dr. Jerri Woodbridge 47:28

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Send Me Questions on Attachment What happens when grief arrives unexpectedly, shattering the life you carefully built? Dr. Jerry Woodbridge knows this terrain intimately. After losing her husband to cancer just one day after his diagnosis, she found herself navigating not only her own grief but also guiding her children through theirs. In this prof…

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38: DEPRESSION CAUSES: FRAGRANCE VS ESSENTIAL OIL & OTHER STORIES 37:17

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Overcome depression naturally by understanding fragrance vs essential oil and how they impact smells, hormones, and endorphins. Toxic compounds in fragrances impact your body and mind. In this powerful episode, Jennifer Stirling-Campbell and her husband Mike explore how scents—especially synthetic fragrances—affect your emotions, cravings, hormones…

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South Park's Savage Trump Administration Takedown 14:15

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This week’s PR Breakdown isn’t about a corporate crisis or a press release gone wrong. It’s about satire — and the way it forces a reaction. In the latest season of South Park, Matt Stone and Trey Parker have turned their aim on the Trump administration, DHS Secretary Kristi Noem, and the culture of punditry. It’s not subtle. It’s not sanitized. An…

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Adapting to Change 1:04:50

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In this episode of the Catholic in Recovery Podcast, Scott Weeman and Father Sean Kilcawley discuss how to stay spiritually grounded, emotionally stable, and sober through seasons of change and recovery. They share personal experiences with significant life transitions, such as moving and new jobs, and explore how these changes can impact one's rec…

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Bella DeFeo and Nadia Foster 55:20

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On this week’s episode of Talking Catholic, two young women on fire for the Lord share their experiences and wisdom on how they built the Young Adult Group at Saint Peter Parish, Merchantville. Bella DeFeo and Nadia Foster, close friends in their 20s, often heard their peers express a desire to grow deeper in faith beyond Sunday services. After lot…

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Talking Saints - St. Mary MacKillop 21:59

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“Do all you can with the means at your disposal and leave all the rest calmly to God.” In today’s podcast, Pete and Laurie dive into the life and legacy of St. Mary MacKillop, Australia’s first saint, a woman of unwavering compassion, tenacious faith, and deep humility. While excommunication is not often part of the story of a saint, learn how her …

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The Strategic Timing of Justin Timberlake's Lyme Disease Revelation 15:48

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Justin Timberlake ended his tour and dropped a bombshell on Instagram—he’s been battling Lyme disease. The post was emotional, reflective, and full of gratitude. But was it also a PR move? In this episode of The PR Breakdown, examining the timing, language, and strategy behind Timberlake’s statement and why it dropped when it did. This isn’t about …

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Ep 138: Maybe You Don’t Have to Fit In (And That’s the Best News Ever) 15:54

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Have you ever felt like the odd one out… and wondered if that’s a problem to fix or a gift to embrace? In this episode, we explore what happens when you stop trying to fit in and start living from the truth of who God created you to be. If alcohol ever felt like a shortcut to belonging, you’re not alone—and you're not stuck. This conversation will …

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A Classical Catholic Curriculum 55:03

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As the 2025–26 school year approaches, Catholic schools across the Diocese of Camden are preparing for another year of academic excellence—freshly cleaned classrooms, updated technology, and new beginnings. But at Holy Angels Catholic School in Woodbury, NJ, one change stands out above the rest: a bold transition to a classical Catholic curriculum.…

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Ep 137: Unplanned, Unashamed, Unstoppable: Cathy Jo Lang's Redemption Story 1:03:29

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What if the pain you’ve carried could become the path to someone else’s healing? In this powerful episode, I sit down with Cathy Jo Lang—life coach, speaker, and host of The Unplanned Joyful Life podcast—who shares how her unplanned pregnancy, postpartum depression, and family history of alcoholism led her to a miraculous encounter with Jesus. Afte…

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Ep. 116: A Thirst for the Demonic - a Corruption of Beauty 31:48

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Why does there seem to be a increase in obsession and fascination for the demonic and disturbing? Br. Francisco and Tom explore the answer and how they believe it is a corruption of the innate human desire to experience the transcendental of beauty.

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Why Gwyneth’s Viral Ad Won’t Save Astronomer 20:54

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After NPR called me to weigh in on the Coldplay concert scandal and Astronomer’s new viral ad starring Gwyneth Paltrow, a listener to the time to email to call me a “fussbucket.” You know what? I’ll take it. Because here’s the thing: clever marketing isn’t a substitute for accountability. In this epsiode ofThe PR Breakdown, I explain why Astronomer…

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37: DESIRE IS THE ROOT OF ALL SUFFERING 29:18

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Depression healing begins by understanding how desire is the root of all suffering. This exploration starts with discerning the science of needs and wants. In this episode of the Overcome Depression Podcast, Jennifer Stirling-Campbell and Michael Campbell explore the complex relationship between desire and suffering, drawing from the six delusions …

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The Calix Society and Addiction Recovery 55:04

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This week on Talking Catholic, we explore a deeply personal and universal topic: addiction. Whether it’s alcohol, drugs, food, media, pornography, or other compulsions, addiction touches countless lives — often disrupting health, relationships, and spiritual well-being. Joining co-hosts Mike Walsh and Jen Mauro are two guests with firsthand experie…

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Ep 136: "Becoming a Grandma Had Me Rethinking My Drinking" w/ Guest Cindy Strachan 1:05:55

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What happens when the voice in your head saying "don't drink" keeps getting louder? In this vulnerable conversation, grandmother and retired occupational therapist Cindy Strachan shares her journey to almost 1,000 days of alcohol freedom after decades as a weekend drinker. Unlike many sobriety stories, Cindy's doesn't involve hitting rock bottom or…

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Ep 135: Is Moderation Really Possible for Me? (The Answer Is in Your Peace, Not Your Rules) 19:35

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Is moderation possible for you — or is it just another version of control? In this episode, we explore what moderation really looks like for Catholic women who want peace with alcohol but feel stuck in cycles of "rules and regrets." You'll learn why willpower alone isn't the answer, how your habits and healing are connected, and what to watch for w…

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The Coldplay Concert Scandal That Took Down a CEO 16:54

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Seventy thousand five hundred twenty-one. That’s how many news stories included Andy Byron’s name after one juicy Jumbotron moment at a Coldplay concert. In this episode of The PR Breakdown, dissecting how a viral moment spiraled into a corporate PR disaster that exposed a CEO, an HR chief, and a total breakdown in communication control. What made …

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36: CRICKET RULES: WHY BOUNDARIES ARE IMPORTANT IN RELATIONSHIPS 48:53

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Depression healing begins with boundaries. In this powerful conversation, Jennifer Stirling-Campbell and Lili Stephenson explore how setting healthy boundaries supports personal development, emotional resilience, and stronger relationships. Using the game of cricket as a teaching tool, they reveal how young girls can learn empowerment, agency, and …

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Ep 134: Why You Feel Off When You Stop Drinking and How to Feel Better 18:57

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Ever notice how your hand automatically reaches for a drink after a long day? That's not weakness—it's your brain's efficient autopilot system at work. But what happens when you decide to drink less or take a break from alcohol altogether? When reducing alcohol, feeling a bit off isn't a sign something's wrong—it's evidence of transformation. Your …

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Ep. 115: The 12 Steps of Humility and Recovery (feat. Lauren Scharmer) 1:27:58

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Br. Francisco is joined by Lauren Scharmer, a licensed, clinical social worker from St. Louis, MO, who specializes in treating addictions, to discuss the overlap between St. Benedict's 12 Steps of Humility and AA's 12 Steps of Recovery.

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Bridging Theology and Psychology in Trauma Recovery w/ Jason Glenn 51:35

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Send Me Questions on Attachment The complex relationship between faith and psychology takes center stage in this third installment of our shame series with theologian Jason Glenn. What happens when biblical understanding meets modern psychology? Can they coexist, or are they fundamentally at odds? This rich conversation explores the suspicion many …

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Flood Warning Failures: The Texas Tragedy 22:38

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When the flood came, the warnings didn’t. In this episode, a deadly cascade of communication breakdowns and the consequences of delay. At least 129 people are dead, with dozens still missing, after historic flash flooding swept through central Texas. The timeline reveals a gap between federal alerts and local action. Lives were lost in those hours.…

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35.2: USE NEUROPLASTICITY OF THE BRAIN TO HEAL FROM DEPRESSION! 56:44

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Feeling stuck in emotional pain? Discover the art of neuro drawing and how faith, curiosity, and empathy support mental health and healing. In this episode, we explore how addiction recovery, spiritual growth, and God’s unconditional love intersect to ignite lasting transformation. Learn how pain can lead to self-discovery, how empathy deepens our …

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Priests, Clergy, & Community Leaders in Recovery 1:01:41

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Episode 18 of the Catholic in Recovery podcast explores the unique challenges and graces experienced by Catholic priests, clergy, and lay leaders on their recovery journey. Hosts Scott Weeman and Father Sean Kilcawley emphasize the importance of vulnerability and seeking help, dispelling the myth that leaders must always appear perfect. They highli…

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Mary Kate Haliskoe and Jerry Wutkowski return! 55:37

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This week on Talking Catholic, we welcome two vibrant voices in Catholic communications: cousins Mary Kate Haliskoe and Jerry Wutkowski. With deep roots in both faith and family, Mary Kate and Jerry share what it’s like to work together in the world of Church media, reflect on the joys and quirks of collaborating as relatives, and offer a behind-th…

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Ep 133: What Alcohol Companies Don't Want You to Know About Their Marketing 14:33

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Ever wondered why wine is suddenly pink, skinny, and organic—or why every momfluencer has a glass in hand with hashtags like #WineOClock or #MommysLittleHelper? The answer lies in a carefully orchestrated shift in alcohol marketing that has fundamentally changed women's relationship with drinking. The billion-dollar alcohol industry recognized a go…