Best Table In Latin Podcasts (2026)

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21. My 26 Resolutions for 2026 20:37

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Send us a text We’re kicking off 2026 with my 26 resolutions that favour flexibility, self-respect and steady progress over guilt and grind. Instead of rigid checklists, we build simple, salutary habits that support energy, sleep, connection, and confidence. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs a fresh start and leave a review with the one reso…

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The Holy Name of Jesus Reflection: The Name Above All Names 6:47

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In this reflection on the Traditional Latin Mass for the Holy Name of Jesus, we explore the extraordinary power and intimacy contained in the name of Jesus—a name that means "God saves" and was given by an angel before the Incarnation. Drawing from the Acts of the Apostles, the Gospel of Luke, and the wisdom of saints like Bernard of Clairvaux and …

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The Feast of the Circumcision Reflection: Marked by Love 5:44

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On the eighth day after Christmas, the Church celebrates the Circumcision of our Lord—a feast that reveals the stunning depths of God's humility in becoming human. In this reflection, we explore how the infant Jesus willingly received the mark of the ancient covenant and the holy name proclaimed by the angel before his conception. Drawing from the …

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20. Dear January, My Willpower Is On A Budget: Intentionally Becoming 15:54

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Send us a text Resolutions usually promise a brand-new you by January 1, then fizzle by February. We’re taking a different path: becoming, not resolving. In this reflective year-end conversation, we unpack why willpower-heavy plans collapse and how identity-based habits make change feel natural rather than forced. When actions align with who we bel…

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Sunday in the Octave of Christmas Reflection: The Manger's Hidden Lesson 4:38

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In this reflection for the Sunday within the Octave of Christmas, we contemplate the shocking reality of the Incarnation—God who became flesh and blood, as vulnerable as any newborn child. Drawing from the Holy Family's flight into Egypt and the wisdom of Saints Bernard, John Chrysostom, Athanasius, and Francis de Sales, we explore what it means th…

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The Nativity of the Lord Reflection: The Word Made Flesh 5:12

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On this great feast of Christmas, we reflect on the astonishing mystery of the Incarnation—God becoming man in the poverty of a stable. Drawing from the traditional Latin Mass readings and the wisdom of saints like Athanasius, Bernard, Leo the Great, and Francis of Assisi, this reflection explores what it means that the Word became flesh and dwelt …

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19. Your Biggest Changes Might Be The Ones No One Sees: Honouring The Hidden Work Of Self-Growth 17:03

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Send us a text The loudest moments aren’t always the ones that shape us. As the new year approaches and timelines flood with highlight reels, we take a gentler path: redefining progress by what happens in silence. We unpack how identity strengthens during uncertainty, why social comparison skews our sense of timing and how emotional regulation, res…

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Fourth Sunday of Advent Reflection: Making Room for Christ 5:48

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As we stand at the threshold of Christmas, this reflection draws from the Traditional Latin Mass readings for the Fourth Sunday of Advent—Saint Paul's call to be faithful stewards and John the Baptist's urgent cry to prepare the way of the Lord. What does it mean to make room for Christ in our lives? Drawing from the wisdom of Saints Augustine, Joh…

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Karabakh Refugees in Armenia 28:09

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In this episode of War & Peace, Olga Oliker and Alissa de Carbonnel are joined by Joshua Kucera, Crisis Group’s Senior Analyst for the South Caucasus, to discuss the increasingly difficult situation facing people displaced from Nagorno-Karabakh in Armenia after Azerbaijan regained control of the territory in a rapid 2023 offensive. They unpack the …

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18. Your Treadmill Isn’t Boring, Your Why Is: How to Find the Joy in Movement Again 18:11

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Send us a text What if exercise stopped feeling like penance and started feeling like care? We explore why so many smart, motivated people lose their spark for movement and how to rebuild a joyful, sustainable practice that supports real life. If our take resonates, subscribe, share this episode with a friend who needs a gentler path back to exerci…

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Third Sunday of Advent Reflection: Rejoice, The Lord Is Near 7:19

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Join us for a heartfelt reflection on the Third Sunday of Advent, also known as Gaudete Sunday—the Sunday of joy in the midst of waiting. Drawing from the Traditional Latin Mass readings, including Saint Paul's command to "Rejoice in the Lord always" and Saint John the Baptist's humble testimony as "a voice crying in the wilderness," this reflectio…

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17. Lift Without Fear: 6 Fitness Myths That Might Be Holding You Back 16:10

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Send us a text Ready to trade pressure for principles? We’re unpacking six stubborn fitness myths that hold women back and replacing them with clear, science-backed steps you can actually use. From the fear of “getting bulky” to the false promise of spot reduction, we walk through what really changes your body: strength, protein, recovery, and cons…

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Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary Reflection: Full of Grace from the Beginning 5:33

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On December 8th, the Church celebrates the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary—the moment when God preserved her from all stain of original sin from the very first instant of her existence. In this reflection based on the readings and propers from the Traditional Latin Mass, we explore why Mary needed to be immaculate, what it means th…

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Second Sunday of Advent Reflection: Preparing the Way 7:05

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When John the Baptist sent his disciples from prison to ask Jesus, "Are you the one who is to come, or shall we look for another?" it wasn't doubt—it was an invitation to see the evidence. This Second Sunday of Advent reflection explores how God builds our hope through patience and the witness of Scripture, drawing from the Traditional Latin Mass r…

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16. Longevity Habits For Your Twenties That Last A Lifetime 25:47

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Send us a text You don’t need to feel “old” to start caring about longevity. The choices you make in your twenties are quietly building the body, brain, and resilience you’ll live in for decades. We explore a grounded, doable approach to aging well that centres on vitality: strength you can feel, energy you can trust, and habits that survive real l…

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How Ukraine’s Women Are Meeting the Challenges of War 34:15

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In this episode of War & Peace, Elissa and guest host Alissa de Carbonnel are joined by Sabine Freizer Gunes, UN Women representative for Ukraine, about how the war in Ukraine has shaped and amplified gender inequalities in Ukraine and how women and women’s organisations are responding. They discuss the mood in Ukraine as it enters its fourth winte…

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First Sunday of Advent Reflection: Christ Is Coming 4:57

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As we begin a new liturgical year, this reflection on the First Sunday of Advent asks the urgent question: are we awake? Drawing from the Epistle of Romans and the Gospel of Luke, we explore what it truly means to prepare for Christ's coming—not just His birth in Bethlehem, but His arrival in our hearts today and His final coming in glory. Through …

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15. Discipline Isn’t Sexy, But Your Results Will Be: 10 Steps To Become Your Most Disciplined Self 25:23

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Send us a text Want a discipline plan you’ll actually use? We break down ten practical steps that turn good intentions into daily follow-through - without waiting on motivation or living in hustle mode. The core idea is simple: engineer your environment so the right choice is the easy choice, then protect a tiny daily baseline that you can hit even…

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24th Sunday After Pentecost Reflection: Enduring with Patience and Joy 5:23

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As we near the end of the liturgical year, the Church calls us to reflect on last things—not to frighten us, but to awaken us to what truly matters. In this reflection on the 24th Sunday After Pentecost, we explore the challenging Gospel warnings from Matthew about tribulation and false prophets, and discover the comforting truth that Jesus knows t…

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14. What If Rest Is The Strongest Rep You’ll Ever Take? Why Rest is Crucial to Your Overall Performance and What You Can Do To Improve It 19:21

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Send us a text What if the missing link between your effort and your results is the thing you keep skipping: rest? We go straight at hustle culture and make the case that sleep and recovery are not indulgences but the engine of strength, clarity, and consistency. You’ll leave with a clear plan to schedule rest like a training session and treat it a…

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23rd Sunday After Pentecost Reflection: The Confidence to Reach Out 7:22

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In this reflection on the 23rd Sunday after Pentecost, we explore the powerful Gospel account of two desperate people who approached Jesus with extraordinary faith—a ruler whose daughter had just died and a woman who had suffered for twelve years with an incurable illness. Drawing from the wisdom of Saints John Chrysostom, Ambrose, Bede, and Thérès…

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13. From Restriction To Compassionate Nutrition: Spotting Disordered Eating And Finding Balance 18:37

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Send us a text The pursuit of “clean” can quietly morph into pressure, guilt, and a shrinking life. We unpack how well-intentioned habits slide into orthorexia, why restriction reliably backfires, and what it looks like to choose nourishment over perfection without losing your sense of care. Drawing from research on the diet–binge cycle and the bra…

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Dedication of the Archbasilica of Our Savior Reflection: Living Stones of God's Temple 6:38

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The story of Zacchaeus climbing a tree to see Jesus becomes a powerful lens for understanding what we celebrate on the Feast of the Dedication of the Archbasilica. This reflection explores how God has always desired to dwell with His people—not in distant palaces, but in the messy, imperfect houses of sinners like us. Drawing from the vision of the…

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22nd Sunday After Pentecost Reflection: Whose Image Do You Bear? 6:07

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When the Pharisees tried to trap Jesus with a question about paying taxes to Caesar, He turned their political scheme into a profound teaching about who we really belong to. In this reflection on the 22nd Sunday After Pentecost, we explore what it means that we bear God's image and what we owe to Him who made us. Drawing from the writings of Saint …

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21st Sunday After Pentecost Reflection: The Unpayable Debt 6:20

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In this reflection on the 21st Sunday After Pentecost from the Traditional Latin Mass, we explore the profound connection between spiritual warfare and the call to forgive. Drawing from Saint Paul's letter to the Ephesians, we examine what it means to put on the armor of God in our daily battles against spiritual forces of wickedness. The Gospel pa…

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12. You Don’t Need Motivation; You Need A Plan That Builds It - HOW TO START AND STICK TO A WORKOUT ROUTINE 22:23

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Send us a text If you’ve ever told yourself “I’ll start on Monday” while your gym clothes collect dust, this conversation is the reset you’ve been waiting for. We return from a chaotic season and get honest about what it really takes to begin again without burning out: lowering the barrier to entry, putting workouts on the calendar like a meeting y…

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All Souls Day Reflection: Death Is Not the End 9:46

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On All Souls Day, the Church asks us to face death with clear eyes and confident faith. This reflection on the first Mass for the faithful departed explores the powerful readings from First Corinthians and the Gospel of John, where Saint Paul proclaims Christ as the firstfruits of the resurrection and Jesus promises that the dead will hear his voic…

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All Saints Day Reflection: The Victory of the Faithful 9:15

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On this feast of All Saints, we lift our eyes to see the breathtaking vision Saint John witnessed in the Apocalypse. A multitude no one can count, from every nation, standing victorious before God's throne. This reflection explores the readings from the Traditional Latin Mass and walks through each of the Beatitudes from Matthew's Gospel, showing u…

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20th Sunday After Pentecost Reflection: Trusting Before We See 7:07

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In today's Gospel for the 20th Sunday After Pentecost, a desperate father comes to Jesus begging Him to heal his dying son. But instead of the dramatic miracle he might have expected, Jesus simply speaks a word: "Go; your son will live." This reflection explores what it means to trust God's word before we see the results—to walk home in faith while…

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Feast of Christ the King Reflection: A Kingdom Not of This World 6:14

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What does it mean that Christ is King when His kingdom operates on completely different principles than any earthly reign? This reflection on the Feast of Christ the King from the Traditional Latin Mass explores the radical nature of Christ's kingship—a reign built not on force but on truth and self-giving love. Drawing from the Gospel encounter be…

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A Bigger Table? The Case for More Global Diplomacy over Ukraine 34:17

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In this episode of War & Peace, Olga and guest host Alissa de Carbonnel are joined by Bob Deen, Head of the Security Unit at the Clingendael Institute, to assess the state of diplomacy aimed at ending the war in Ukraine. They discuss why peace efforts by the U.S. and others have struggled to gain traction, and what diplomacy can realistically achie…

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19th Sunday After Pentecost Reflection: Accepting the King's Invitation 6:20

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In this reflection on the 19th Sunday After Pentecost, we explore Jesus' challenging parable of the wedding feast from Matthew's Gospel. The king invites guests to his son's wedding, but when they refuse to come, he opens the doors to everyone—both good and bad. Yet one guest is cast out for not wearing the wedding garment. What does this parable t…

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18th Sunday After Pentecost Reflection: Forgiveness Before Healing 6:19

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In this week's reflection for the 18th Sunday after Pentecost, we explore the powerful Gospel story of the paralyzed man whose four faithful friends literally tore through a roof to bring him to Jesus. What does it mean that Christ forgave the man's sins before healing his body? How does spiritual paralysis trap us in ways we don't always recognize…

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17th Sunday After Pentecost Reflection: The Greatest Commandment 6:46

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Join us for a reflection on the 17th Sunday After Pentecost as we explore Jesus' powerful answer to the question: "What is the greatest commandment?" When the Pharisees try to test Christ, He responds with a call to total love—loving God with our whole heart, soul, and mind, and loving our neighbor as ourselves. Drawing from the wisdom of Saints Au…

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16th Sunday After Pentecost Reflection: Learning Humility at God's Table 6:31

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Join us for a heartfelt reflection on the 16th Sunday After Pentecost, exploring Jesus' powerful teaching about humility from Luke's Gospel. When Christ attends a dinner party at a Pharisee's house, He transforms an everyday scene of social climbing into a profound lesson about the spiritual life. Through the wisdom of Saints Augustine, Francis of …

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Elliptical Orbit? Belarusian Foreign Policy in Fraught Times 32:32

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In this episode of War & Peace, Olga and Elissa speak with Valery Kavaleuski, former Belarusian diplomat and Executive Director of the Euro-Atlantic Affairs Agency, about Minsk’s evolving foreign policy and how it is constrained by enduring Russian influence. They discuss the joint Russian-Belarusian military exercise Zapad 2025, which took place j…

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15th Sunday After Pentecost Reflection: From Sorrow to New Life 6:03

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This reflection for the 15th Sunday After Pentecost centers on the raising of the widow’s son at Nain and St. Paul’s call to walk by the Spirit. We hear how Christ meets us in our sorrow, touching what seems beyond hope, and brings life where there was only death. Drawing on the wisdom of the Saints, the reflection shows how our daily choices—wheth…

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14th Sunday After Pentecost Reflection: One Master, One Heart 7:27

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This week’s Gospel from the 14th Sunday after Pentecost confronts us with a choice: “You cannot serve God and mammon.” It’s not just theory—it’s lived out in every small decision of our day. In this reflection, we’ll hear how the propers and readings from this Sunday guide us to place our trust in the Father who knows our needs, to order our loves …

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13th Sunday After Pentecost Reflection: The One Who Returned 7:12

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On this 13th Sunday After Pentecost in the Traditional Latin Mass, we reflect on the Gospel of the ten lepers and the call to grateful faith. Ten lepers, cast out and forced to keep their distance, cry out to Jesus for mercy. All are healed, but only one—a Samaritan—turns back, falls at His feet, and gives thanks. The Fathers of the Church saw in t…

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12th Sunday After Pentecost Reflection: Go and Do Likewise 7:31

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In this week’s reflection for the 12th Sunday After Pentecost, we listen to the familiar parable of the Good Samaritan and discover how it comes alive in the light of the Mass prayers and propers. The liturgy reminds us that we are beggars for mercy, yet God always answers with more than we ask. From Moses’ intercession for Israel to the psalmist’s…

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11th Sunday After Pentecost Reflection: Be Opened 8:41

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This Sunday we reflect on Christ’s healing of the deaf man and St. Paul’s proclamation of the Gospel. The liturgy this Sunday teaches us that God’s mercy is greater than our merits and deeper than our fears, inviting us to pray with a bold humility that trusts completely in His love. Just as Jesus touched the man’s ears and spoke the word “Be opene…

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10th Sunday After Pentecost Reflection: The Way Up Is Down 6:59

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In this episode, we reflect on the powerful lessons from the Traditional Latin Mass readings for the 10th Sunday After Pentecost. Through the Gospel parable of the Pharisee and the publican, St. Paul’s teaching on the diversity of spiritual gifts, and the tender prayers of the propers, we explore how God draws us into unity through humility, honest…

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Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Reflection: Mary's Yes and Our Call to Heaven 8:28

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Join us for a heartfelt reflection on the Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. This episode explores the beauty of Mary's "yes" to God, her glorious assumption into heaven, and what it means for families and children today. Drawing from Scripture, the wisdom of saints like John Damascene, Bernard of Clairvaux, and Alphonsus Liguori, …

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9th Sunday After Pentecost Reflection: True Peace, True Conversion 6:16

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For the 9th Sunday After Pentecost, we reflect on the moment when Jesus weeps over Jerusalem—a powerful glimpse into the sorrowful and loving Heart of Christ. Drawing from the Gospel of Luke, the writings of Saints like Gregory the Great, Augustine, and Teresa of Avila, and the rich prayers of the Traditional Latin Mass, we explore what it means to…

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8th Sunday After Pentecost Reflection: The Account We Must Give 6:05

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In this week’s reflection, we explore the parable of the unjust steward from Luke’s Gospel—a powerful reminder that we are stewards, not owners, of the gifts God entrusts to us. What does it mean to prepare for the day we’ll give an account? How do our daily choices, however small, echo into eternity? Drawing on the wisdom of Saints Paul, Augustine…

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Down, But Not Out? Russia’s Shifting Role in a Turbulent Middle East 36:18

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In this episode of War & Peace, Olga Oliker speaks with Hanna Notte, Director for Eurasia at the James Martin Center for Nonproliferation Studies and a non-resident Senior Associate at CSIS, about Russia’s changing role in the Middle East. They discuss how Moscow is responding to the fall of Assad in Syria and the twelve-day war between Israel (and…

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7th Sunday After Pentecost Reflection: Bearing Fruit 7:02

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This week’s Gospel calls us to examine the fruits of our faith. Are we living what we believe? Drawing on the wisdom of Scripture and saints like John Chrysostom, Augustine, and Thérèse of Lisieux, this reflection invites us to grow in mercy, love, and everyday holiness. Let’s root ourselves in grace and bear fruit that lasts. Visit thedomesticchur…

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bonus // inner magia: return to the indigenous body 1:33:56

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🪶🪶 Inner Magia is just the threshold. A taste of the deeper work waiting inside Xochikalli season 2— our 8-week group program to tend to your energy body, mind + nervous system for true spiritual liberation. We begin early October. Doors open soon. 🪶🪶 ++Inner Magia is a previously recorded workshop++ Let's unpack what it means to reclaim your indig…

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01// decolonial praxis: what it looks like in magia + brujería 10:46

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In this episode, Madre Ixchel unpacks what decolonial praxis really demands inside magia + brujería. We strip it down beyond nostalgia for pre-colonial days + beyond aesthetic rituals to the marrow of power, kinship + liberation. Learn how coloniality still snakes through your beliefs, your body, your craft.... and what it means to root your spirit…

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More Europe, Less U.S.? What to Expect from the NATO Summit 28:12

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In this episode of War & Peace, Olga and Elissa speak with Dr. Pia Fuhrhop, head of the International Security Research Division at SWP, about the upcoming NATO summit, transatlantic relations, and how European NATO allies are working to strengthen their own defence. They discuss expectations for the summit, the potential role of Ukraine, and the a…