Best Julislattery Podcasts (2026)

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Sex, Cancel Culture, and the Church: How to Pursue Unity When we Disagree, #520 45:39

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As we wrap up 2025, this is the conversation God put on Juli's heart. Juli and Hannah sit down to talk about how we love each other when we disagree. This conversation invites you to rethink how you engage in tough conversations and what it really means to contend for truth with love. Give to Authentic Intimacy today! Between now and January 31st, …

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Unpacking Emotional Baggage (One of Our Most Popular 2025 Episodes), #568 49:48

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Grab your Java for one of our most popular episodes of 2025! This conversation with Dr. Dan Allender helped us understand why the stuff we haven't dealt with from childhood eventually shows up—right in the middle of our relationships. Listen in to find out why you must be willing to explore your own story in order to create safety and repair what's…

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Raising Gender-Confident Kids, #591 53:26

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How do you raise kids who feel grounded in their God-given identity in a world of confusing messages about gender? Dr. Kathy Koch and Dr. Jeff Myers join Juli to unpack how to guide youg people with truth, curiosity, and presence. You'll hear how to lay the foundations of identity, respond to cultural pressures, and raise confident boys and girls. …

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A New Wave of Romance Novels (& Why Women Can't Put Them Down), #590 36:03

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Women everywhere are turning to spicy romance novels to escape stress, overwhelm, and the monotony of everyday life. Today, Juli talks about why these trending titles feel so intoxicating, how they subtly shape our expectations of intimacy, and why they often leave us feeling disconnected from real relationships. Instead of escaping into fictional …

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Feeling Distant? How to Build Emotional Intimacy in Your Marriage, #589 54:45

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We're diving into the often overlooked side of sexual intimacy: emotional connection in marriage. Juli and guest Gary Thomas unpack three building blocks of emotional intimacy—emotional availability, sensitive responsiveness, and trust. From understanding male and female brain chemistry to tips on daily connection habits, this conversation gives yo…

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Have You Given Up on Sexual Pleasure?, #390 44:48

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What if sexual intimacy became something you look forward to, instead of something you brace yourself for? Juli sits down with sex therapist Debra Taylor to talk about what we've learned about women's sexuality over the last 30 years. They dive into the myths that still plague marriages, the real factors shaping women's sexual desire, why exhaustio…

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Holiday Peace 101: How to Be Unoffendable, #588 41:20

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The holidays should bring peace. Instead, they often bring tension, unresolved hurt, and that one person who knows how to get under your skin. Today, Juli sits down with author and radio host Brant Hansen to talk about what it means to be "unoffendable"—especially when you're passing the mashed potatoes to someone you struggle to forgive. Guest: Br…

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What's Love Poetry Doing in the Bible? (Making Sense of Song of Songs), #587 29:45

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Lips that drip liquid myrrh, cheeks like beds of spices . . . what on earth is happening here? This week, we're making sense of the metaphors in Song of Songs. Find out how this bizarre (to us) love poetry shows us that God is wholeheartedly, enthusiastically, and unequivocally in favor of out-of-this-world sexual pleasure in marriage. Guest: Dr. S…

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Don't Try This Alone with Toni Collier, #586 43:57

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If you've ever felt unseen, disconnected, or tired of pretending you're okay, this episode is for you. This week, author and speaker Toni Collier shares how healing begins when we stop hiding and start letting others in. Through her own story of heartbreak and redemption, you'll hear encouragement and practical wisdom on finding safe people, breaki…

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Should Christians Use Birth Control?, #585 1:04:56

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This one's a hot topic—and we know it. 🔥 Juli sits down with Dr. Christopher West to talk about birth control, self-control, and God's design for our bodies. Whether you've wrestled with this teaching or never thought twice about it, this conversation invites you to pause, listen, and seek truth with us. Guest: Dr. Christopher West Follow-up Resour…

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Does God Care if You Get Botox?, #584 34:42

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As Jesus followers, is it okay that we want to look younger, thinner, and prettier? We live in a world obsessed with appearances. Everywhere you look, someone's getting fillers, enhancements, or posting a "perfect" version of themselves online. In this episode, Juli and Hannah take an honest look at these questions—not to hand out a new list of rul…

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When You Want Sex but Your Spouse Doesn't, #294 39:50

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Ever feel like you're the only one in your marriage who wants to have sex? In most marriages, there is typically one partner with a higher sex drive—and that person is usually trying to convince the other to have more sex. In this episode, Juli and Dr. Corey Allan talk about how to move beyond "I have a need, and you have an obligation" to real sex…

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Real Stories of Women in the Bible (Have We Been Reading Them Wrong?), #583 43:20

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Don't miss your chance to win $200! Take the Java with Juli Survey. In this episode, we uncover the real stories of women in the Bible who have been misunderstood, silenced, or abused—and discover the God who saw them. From Bathsheba to Tamar to the woman at the well, we revisit stories where we have blamed or shamed women, when in fact scripture p…

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Candid Answers to Questions About Sex & Being Single, #338 42:11

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Instead of shutting it down, what if you could meet your needs for touch, intimacy, and opposite-sex friendships in ways that honor your sexuality? (Spoiler alert: you can.) If you've wrestled with desire, boundaries, or shame, this candid conversation will help you see the God-given purpose of your sexuality—even when you're single. P.S. This is o…

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Surviving the Unthinkable: Rebuilding My Life After Trauma and Loss, #582 45:40

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In this episode, author Kimberly Haar opens up about surviving a violent abduction and assault at the hands of her ex-husband. With unflinching honesty, she recounts the night her world shattered—and how faith, forgiveness, and Christian therapy helped her rebuild her life. Guest: Kimberly Haar Take our Java with Juli survey and enter to win $200! …

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Raising Wise Kids in a Sexually Broken World, #581 56:20

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Are you teaching your kids to follow Jesus—or to just follow the rules? In this episode, Juli sits down with Matt & Laurie Krieg to talk about how to give our kids a gospel-centered worldview. From early conversations about sexuality and gender to equipping them for a sexually broken world, you'll get practical, faith-filled guidance to help you ra…

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How To Talk to Your Husband (When All You Want To Do Is Yell at Him), #580 1:02:42

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How do you speak life to your husband when all you want to do is yell at him? Juli sits down for a candid conversation with author Ann Wilson about the transformative power of our words. Hear how Ann discovered that her (helpful!) criticism, even her subtle "sophisticated nagging," wasn't helping her husband at all—in fact, it was hurting both of t…

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Sex Therapy: What Is It, and Why Should You Go?, #324 32:00

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If you struggle with low desire, pain during sex, or difficulty with orgasm and don't know where to go for help, this week's Java with Juli is for you! Juli sits down with certified sex therapist Josh Spurlock to explore what Christian sex therapy really is—and what it isn't. Josh explains the difference between sex therapy and traditional counseli…

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Why Telling Your Story is Complex, Courageous and Healing, #353 45:09

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The power of abuse lies in secrecy. The power of healing begins with telling. In this episode, Tim Hein shares his story of surviving childhood sexual abuse and the journey of healing. From the courage it takes to break the silence, to the importance of being believed, to the steps of recovery that lead to restoration, Tim offers raw honesty and ha…

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Good Girls, Bad Books: Erotica in Young Adult Fiction?, #579 39:31

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Juli and her guests explore the infiltration of erotica and LGBTQ themes into young adult fiction. From board books to bestselling novels, today's literature isn't what it used to be—and parents are the last to know. You'll hear stories from the frontlines and get practical tools to help you navigate today's fiction. Whether you're raising toddlers…

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What Your Husband Wishes You Knew About Sex, #126 37:54

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Have you ever wanted to get inside the mind of your man–just for a day? Now's your chance! Juli and Hannah sit down with pastor and author Chip Ingram to find out what husbands wish their wives knew about sex. From why men fear rejection more than they let on, to how wives misunderstand their husbands' need for connection, this conversation is fill…

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From Head to Heart: Why Love Changes Everything, #578 35:06

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If loving God (or others) has felt hard or risky, this episode is for you. Join Juli and Hannah to discover why surrendering to love is not weakness—it's the first step toward knowing the One whose love sets you free. Drawing from scripture and real-life tension in the Church today, they unpack how Christians are called to love in three radical way…

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Single, Married, or Searching: What Are We Really Longing For?, #577 37:12

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In a culture that elevates marriage, sex, and romance as the ultimate goals, many of us are left feeling unfulfilled or sidelined. Have we unknowingly made idols out of good things? In this episode, Juli unpacks how our hearts can get entangled in false narratives—even within the Church. Whether you're married, single, or discipling others, you're …

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Q&A with Jackie Hill Perry and Laurence Koo, #576 43:20

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Jackie Hill Perry and Laurence Koo tackle some of the most pressing questions surrounding faith, sexuality, and discipleship. No small talk here—just honest answers about the reality of same-sex attraction, the cost of following Jesus, and the beauty of surrender. Whether you're a pastor, parent, friend, or someone personally navigating LGBT questi…

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How Knowing Jesus Makes You Whole, Not Perfect, #575 39:38

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We're moving from shame-based "sexual purity" to sexual integrity—the day-by-day journey of aligning your sexual choices with God's truth. Whether you're single, married, or just asking hard questions, you'll find hope in this episode. Co-host: Joe Caruso Become a monthly donor to Authentic Intimacy today! Get your copy of Surrendered Sexuality. Fo…

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Sex, Cancel Culture, and the Church: How to Pursue Unity When we Disagree, #520 45:39

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Unpacking Emotional Baggage (One of Our Most Popular 2025 Episodes), #568 49:48

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Raising Gender-Confident Kids, #591 53:26

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A New Wave of Romance Novels (& Why Women Can't Put Them Down), #590 36:03

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Feeling Distant? How to Build Emotional Intimacy in Your Marriage, #589 54:45

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Have You Given Up on Sexual Pleasure?, #390 44:48

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Holiday Peace 101: How to Be Unoffendable, #588 41:20

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What's Love Poetry Doing in the Bible? (Making Sense of Song of Songs), #587 29:45

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Don't Try This Alone with Toni Collier, #586 43:57

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Should Christians Use Birth Control?, #585 1:04:56

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Does God Care if You Get Botox?, #584 34:42

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When You Want Sex but Your Spouse Doesn't, #294 39:50

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Real Stories of Women in the Bible (Have We Been Reading Them Wrong?), #583 43:20

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Candid Answers to Questions About Sex & Being Single, #338 42:11

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Surviving the Unthinkable: Rebuilding My Life After Trauma and Loss, #582 45:40

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Raising Wise Kids in a Sexually Broken World, #581 56:20

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How To Talk to Your Husband (When All You Want To Do Is Yell at Him), #580 1:02:42

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Sex Therapy: What Is It, and Why Should You Go?, #324 32:00

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Why Telling Your Story is Complex, Courageous and Healing, #353 45:09

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Good Girls, Bad Books: Erotica in Young Adult Fiction?, #579 39:31

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What Your Husband Wishes You Knew About Sex, #126 37:54

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From Head to Heart: Why Love Changes Everything, #578 35:06

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Single, Married, or Searching: What Are We Really Longing For?, #577 37:12

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Q&A with Jackie Hill Perry and Laurence Koo, #576 43:20

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How Knowing Jesus Makes You Whole, Not Perfect, #575 39:38