Best Cathy Jo Lang RN Podcasts (2025)

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#88 Looking to Teach Your Kids From Home? Meet Experienced Homeschooler and Mother of 7, Bonnie Landry Part 1 28:21

3d ago28:21

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, Cathy Jo talks with Bonnie Landy. Bonnie is an experienced and now retired Homeschooler of 7. She is a Writer, Speaker and Podcast Host of the, "Make Joy Normal." Inside this episode, Bonnie shares her homeschooling and parenting journey; starting as a new mom. Then, she discusses the ben…

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#87 How can Catholic Charities of WNY Help your Growing Family? Meet Deacon Steve Schumer, Catholic Husband, Father, Grandfather and CEO of Part 2 17:35

5d ago17:35

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Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo continues her conversation with Deacon Steve Schumer. Deacon Steve is a Catholic Husband, Father and Grandfather. He is also the CEO of Catholic Charities of WNY. He shares why he felt called to become a Deacon. And, he explains how his vocation as Deacon led him to become the CEO of Catholic Charities of WNY. He is…

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#86 How can Catholic Charities of WNY Help your Growing Family? Meet Deacon Steve Schumer, Catholic Husband, Father, Grandfather and CEO of Part 1 23:49

10d ago23:49

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Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo talks with Deacon Steve Schumer. Deacon Steve is a Catholic Husband, Father and Grandfather. He is also the CEO of Catholic Charities of WNY. He shares why he felt called to become a Deacon. And, he explains how his vocation as Deacon led him to become the CEO of Catholic Charities of WNY. He is passionate about ser…

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#85 Would you like to learn a natural practice for Birth Control? Meet Body Literacy Expert and Author: Christina Valenzuela Part 2 22:57

12d ago22:57

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, Cathy Jo continues her conversation with Body Literacy Expert and Author, Christina Valenzuela. Christina is a Catholic Wife and Mother of four, as well as an Educator regarding Body Literacy and Natural Family Planning. She is the author of "Cycle Charting for Single Women" and "The Lang…

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#84 Would you like to learn a natural practice for Birth Control? Meet Body Literacy Expert and Author: Christina Valenzuela Part 1 21:47

17d ago21:47

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, Cathy Jo talks with Body Literacy Expert and Author, Christina Valenzuela. Christina is a Catholic Wife and Mother of four, as well as an Educator regarding Body Literacy and Natural Family Planning. She is the author of "Cycle Charting for Single Women" and "The Language of your Body," w…

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#83 Want to learn more about becoming a Children's Book Author? Meet Coaching Client and Artist, Peggy Riexinger Part #2 21:15

19d ago21:15

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Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo will continue her conversation with Peggy Riexinger. She is a Wife, Mom, Grandma, Talented Artist, and Soon-to-be Published Children's Book Author and Illustrator! She will share her journey of creativity as she reflects on her early childhood and adult experiences related to art and design. Her book, The Knight's B…

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#82 Want to learn more about becoming a Children's Book Author? Meet Coaching Client and Artist, Peggy Riexinger Part #1 19:29

24d ago19:29

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Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo will introduce you to Peggy Riexinger. She is a Wife, Mom, Grandma, Talented Artist, and Soon-to-be Published Children's Book Author and Illustrator! She will share her journey of creativity as she reflects on her early childhood and adult experiences related to art and design. Her book, The Knight's Brilliant Light…

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#81 Want to Beat Boredom while on a Budget? 25 Free Summer Family Activities to plan with your Kids 25:35

27d ago25:35

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, Cathy Jo talks about a "To-do" list (or jar) of summer activity ideas that she and her children would come up with together at the beginning of summer. She shares 25 simple and free activities, ranging from playing board games and building forts to visiting local museums. All these active…

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#80 Would you like to Support a Well-educated and Passionate Woman seeking to Champion your Children's Education on the west side of Buffalo? Meet Talia Rodriguez Part 2 22:36

1M ago22:36

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life, Cathy Jo speaks with Talia Rodriguez. Talia is a Legal Professional and Community Advocate who is running for the Buffalo School Board-West District. Talia will share her personal experience growing up on the West Side of Buffalo, including how her parents' attitude and lives of service helped sh…

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#79 Would you like to Support a Well-educated and Passionate Woman seeking to Champion your Children's Education on the west side of Buffalo? Meet Talia Rodriguez Meet Talia Rodriguez Part 1 23:42

1M ago23:42

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life, Cathy speaks with Talia Rodriguez. Talia is a Legal Professional and Community Advocate who is running for the Buffalo School Board-West District. Talia will share her personal experience growing up on the West Side of Buffalo including how her parents' attitude of service helped shape who she is…

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#78 Feeling Depleted? 10 Ways to Deal with Fatigue, and Restore Energy 25:24

1M ago25:24

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Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo talks about mental, emotional and/or physical depletion. She shares her personal experiences and provides 10 ways you can deal with periods of depletion and ways to restore energy. She refers to Biblical Scripture: Psalm 23 and 2 Corinthians 12:9. She also refers to the song, "Talking to Jesus" by Elevation worship …

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#77 Need Help in your Marriage and Family? Meet Kenna Millea: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and co-founder of the Martin Center of Integration 33:00

1M ago33:00

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Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo has the pleasure of interviewing Kenna Millea. Kenna has an extensive academic background, including 2 degrees from The University of Notre Dame and an additional Master's degree from St. Mary's University of Minnesota. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Co-founder of the Martin Center of Integration w…

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#76 Part 2 Meet Marissa Jeffery: Publisher of West Seneca Living Magazine 25:21

2M ago25:21

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Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo continues her conversation with Marissa Jeffery. Marissa is an integral part of the Buffalo and West Seneca Communities. Marissa grew up in South Buffalo, NY. She has been teaching dance for 25 years. Her professional background in Banking. And, she loves serving individuals, couples and families through her work as…

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#75 Part 1 Meet Marissa Jeffery: Publisher of West Seneca Living Magazine 24:28

2M ago24:28

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Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo will introduce you to Marissa Jeffery. Marissa is an important part of the Buffalo and West Seneca Communities. Marissa grew up in South Buffalo, NY. She has been teaching dance for 25 years. Her professional background is in Banking. And, she loves serving individuals, couples and families through her work as a Mor…

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#76 Meet Erik Bohen: Organizer, Educator and School Board Hopeful! 28:24

2M ago28:24

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, Cathy Jo will introduce you to Erik Bohen. Erik is a Candidate for the Buffalo School Board, Park District in Buffalo, New York. He is the Current Director of Medicaid Transportation for Western New York. He is a Former Buffalo Public Schools Special Education Teacher for 13 years; Former…

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#73 Are You Looking for a Biweekly Mental Health Support Group? Meet Father Ryan Keating Part 2: His Faith Journey and ways He's Saving the Community 22:11

2M ago22:11

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, Cathy Jo will continue her conversation with Father Ryan Keating. After working as an educator, Father Ryan discovered his calling to become a priest. Now he serves as a Parochial Vicar for The Blessed Family #7 which includes Queen of Heaven, St. John Vianney, St. Gabriel, St. John the 2…

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#72 Are You Looking for a Biweekly Mental Health Support Group? Meet Father Ryan Keating Part 1: His Faith Journey and Ways He's Serving the Community 24:07

2M ago24:07

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, Cathy Jo will introduce you to Father Ryan Keating. After working as an educator, Father Ryan discovered his calling to become a priest. Now he serves as a Parochial Vicar for The Blessed Family #7 which includes Queen of Heaven, St. John Vianney, St. Gabriel, St. John the 23rd and 14 Hol…

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#71 Do You Struggle with Getting Your Thoughts on Paper? My Writing Journey and 15 ways I've Benefited from Writing 23:31

2M ago23:31

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Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo discusses her experiences and journey in regard to writing. She shares 15 ways she has benefited from writing. Cathy Jo ends with a poem/prayer written 4 years after the heartbreaking loss of her son Michael Robert Lang. You can get Cathy Jo's children's books: "My Little Light" and "A Friend is Nice", both written …

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# 70 Holy Week, God's Unconditional Love and 15 ways to acknowledge, embrace and receive his love more abundantly 31:12

2M ago31:12

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, Cathy Jo reflects on the unconditional love of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit on this Thursday of Holy Week. She reflects on a time that she experienced unconditional love from another that drew her attention to the love of God. Cathy Jo shares 15 ways to acknowledge, receive and embrace…

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#69 Part 2 Looking for Adult Education? Meet Alison Pipitone, educating adults and changing lives 25:05

2M ago25:05

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In today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life, you will continue to hear from Alison Pipitone. Although she is well known for her musical abilities, you will get to know another very important side of Alison. She is a college educator and she is changing lives. She will share information about the work she is doing to help Adult students obtain t…

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#68 Part 1 Looking for Adult Education? Meet Alison Pipitone: educating Adults and changing lives 26:06

2M ago26:06

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In today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life, you will meet Alison Pipitone. Although she is well known for her musical abilities, you will get to know another very important side of Alison. She is a college educator and she is changing lives. She will share information about the work she is doing to help Adult students obtain their GED. She is …

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#67 Part 3 Would you like to hear a Testimony of Faith? Meet Catholic Priest, Father Sam Giangreco 24:14

3M ago24:14

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life, Father Sam Giangreco continues to share his personal story of growing up in the Catholic Faith and being called to God's Mercy. In his personal journey of faith, he experienced joy, sorrow and a profound feeling of God's call on his life. Sometimes the call was clear and sometimes it was more sub…

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#66 Part 2 Would you like to hear a Testimony of Faith? Meet Catholic Priest, Father Sam Giangreco 20:54

3M ago20:54

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life, Father Sam Giangreco continues to share his personal story of growing up in the Catholic Faith and being called to God's Mercy. In his personal journey of faith, he experienced joy, sorrow and profound feeling of God's call on his life. Sometimes the call was clear and sometimes it was more subtl…

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#65 Part 1 Would you like to Hear a Testimony of Faith: Meet Catholic Priest, Father Sam Giangreco 22:48

3M ago22:48

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life, Father Sam Giangreco shares his personal story of growing up in the Catholic Faith and being called to God's Mercy. In his personal journey of faith, he experienced joy, sorrow and profound feeling of God's call on his life. Sometimes the call was clear and sometimes it was more subtle. But, with…

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#64 Feel Like You're Being Pulled in Too Many Directions? 7 benefits of Making a Point to Being Where You Are! 19:13

3M ago19:13

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In today's episode, Cathy Jo shares her experience and benefits of choosing to "be where you are". You can call it living in the moment or being mindful of the task at hand. But, either way, when dealing with a variety of responsibilities, you and your family will benefit significantly from this habit. You will learn 7 ways you'll succeed from this…

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#63 Cheers to Continued Growth of Providing Practical Support for the Younger Christian Mom: Update on The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast 25:29

3M ago25:29

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life, Cathy Jo updates and informs you on how the podcast is growing, what she hopes to do in the future and 7 things you can do to support The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast. It has been and continues to be an incredible experience. Cathy Jo will work to improve this podcast in every way possible. And,…

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#62 Are you feeling Lost, Alone and in Need of Direction? !2 Ways to feel more Connected and Directed in Your Life! 21:55

3M ago21:55

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Inside today's episode of the Unplanned Joyful Life, Cathy Jo addresses feelings of loneliness and lack of direction. She shares 12 things you can do to feel more connected and directed in your life. If you are feeling significantly affected by emotional distress, and are in need of professional and immediate help, please contact The Crisis help li…

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#61 Part 3- Father Bill Quinlivan's Journey: Catholic Parish Priest, Songwriter/Recording Artist and Author 24:40

3M ago24:40

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, Cathy Jo Lang continues her interview with Father Bill Quinlivan, a Parish Priest and Pastor from Buffalo, NY. Father Bill continues to share his journey of growing up in a Catholic Irish family, hearing and accepting his call to priesthood and sharing what he wants young mothers to know …

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#60 Part 2 Meet Father Bill Quinlivan: Catholic Parish Priest Songwriter/ Recording Artist and Author 23:06

3M ago23:06

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, Cathy Jo Lang continues her interview with Father Bill Quinlivan, a Parish Priest and Pastor from Buffalo, NY. Father Bill continues to share his journey of growing up in a Catholic Irish family, hearing and accepting his call to priesthood and sharing what he wants young mothers to know …

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#59 Part 1- Father Bill Quinlivan's Journey: Parish Priest, Songwriter/Recording Artist and Author. 27:41

3M ago27:41

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned Joyful Life Podcast, Cathy Jo interviews Father Bill Quinlivan, a Parish Priest and Pastor from Buffalo, NY. Father Bill shares his journey of growing up in a Catholic Irish family, hearing and accepting his call to priesthood, as well as what he wants young mothers to know about the Catholic Church. He will …

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#58 In Need of Spiritual Strength? 10 ways to get the most out of this Lenten season 18:50

4M ago18:50

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Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo Talks about the importance of Lent as a Christian. She shares 10 ways you can implement practices to get the most out of this Lenten season. This will help you grow in faith, strength and grace. If this episode resonated or blessed you in any way, please take 30 seconds and give a 5-star review on apple podcast, Con…

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#57 Looking to create habits in order to obtain goals? Atomic Habits by James Clear has some great advice. 20:06

4M ago20:06

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Inside today's episode of The Unplanned joyful Life, Cathy Jo talks about Atomic Habits by James Clear and 4 Laws explained in his book. She shares her personal thoughts and examples of ways that she has, and you may benefit from reading it. She encourages you to read Atomic Habits and improve habits necessary for success, no matter what your goal.…

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#56 Overwhelmed on the hard days, and not sure where to start? 10 ways to get back on track and experience more calm and productivity every day 22:11

4M ago22:11

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Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo addresses our need for insight and guidance on the difficult days. We all have them. And, here are 10 ways to get back on track, increase calm and feel more productive everyday. Cathy Jo refers to Bible verses: Isaiah 55: 8-9 and 2 Corinthians 12:9. And, she also reads from Jesus Calling by Sarah Ban Breathnache. En…

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#55 Overwhelmed and depleted due to being an empath? 5 things to consider in order to restore you body mind and spirit 21:41

4M ago21:41

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After reading The Empowered Empath by Susan Reynolds and having spent years learning, creating and implementing self-care practices. Cathy Jo shares insight in order to help you and those you love. You will learn how to limit the negative effects of being an empath, while you increase the empowering impact you have as an empath instead. Cathy Jo sh…

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#54 Are You Creating a God-centered home on a budget? 10 ways you and your family might benefit from minimalism 23:43

4M ago23:43

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Inside today's episode of the Unplanned Joyful Life, Cathy Jo talks about the reality of living on a restricted budget. As parents, we may be concerned or feel guilty that we may not be able to provide a lot of extras for our family, especially for our kids. But as long as your children are getting what they need, limiting the extras may actually b…

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#53 Are You or Someone You Love Experiencing Miscarriage or Baby Loss?: Meet Emily Doring Part 2 30:47

4M ago30:47

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Inside today's episode of the Unplanned Joyful Life, Cathy Jo will continue speaking with Emily Doring. Emily is the Executive Director of the Western New York Perinatal Bereavement Network, Inc. Emily is also a mother of 4, who sadly lost 2 of her babies through miscarriage, Baby D and Selah Grace. She will share her personal experience as well as…

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#52 Are You or Someone You Love Experiencing Miscarriage or Baby Loss: meet Emily Doring Part 1 22:53

4M ago22:53

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Inside today's episode of the Unplanned Joyful Life, Cathy Jo has the honor of interviewing Emily Doring. Emily is the Executive Director of the Western New York Perinatal Bereavement Network, Inc. Emily is also a mother of 4, who sadly lost 2 of her babies through miscarriage, Baby D and Selah Grace. She will share her personal experience as well …

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#51 Are You or Someone You Love Experiencing Miscarriage or Baby Loss: Jennifer Vasquez shares her story Part #2 24:06

4M ago24:06

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Today, Cathy Jo interviews Jennifer Vasquez (2 part interview) regarding Miscarriage and Baby Loss. A name used for grief related to these experiences is Perinatal Bereavement. Jen is a wife and mother of 5 who experienced heartbreak over the loss of her 20 week twins while a senior in high school. She gently recalls personal details of the loss, r…

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#50 Are You or Someone You Love Experiencing Miscarriage or Baby Loss: Jennifer Vasquez shares her story. Part #1 29:06

5M ago29:06

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Today, Cathy Jo interviews Jennifer Vasquez (2 part interview) regarding Miscarriage and Baby Loss. A name used for grief related to these experiences is Perinatal Bereavement. Jen is a wife and mother of 5 who experienced heartbreak over the loss of her 20 week twins while a senior in high school. She gently recalls personal details of the loss, r…

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#49 Are You or Someone You Love Experiencing Miscarriage or Baby Loss? Meet Jen Liberti Bemis Part 2 30:24

5M ago30:24

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Today, Cathy Jo continues interview with Jen Liberti Bemis (2 part) regarding Miscarriage and Baby Loss. A name for grief related to these experiences is Perinatal Bereavement. Jen is a Registered Nurse at The Catholic Health System and is a Contact for anyone needing support during this most painful time. Jen has experienced her own miscarriages a…

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#48 Are You or Someone You Love Experiencing Miscarriage or Baby Loss? Meet Jen Liberti Bemis Part 1 28:55

5M ago28:55

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Today, Cathy Jo interviews Jen Liberti Bemis (2 part interview) regarding Miscarriage and Baby Loss. A name used for grief related to these experiences is Perinatal Bereavement. Jen is a Registered Nurse at The Catholic Health System and is a Contact for anyone needing support during this most painful time. Jen has experienced her own miscarriages …

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#47 Are You or Someone You Love Dealing with grief over the loss a pregnancy or newborn? Here are 12 things to consider during this painful time. 23:40

5M ago23:40

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Today, Cathy Jo begins to tackle a very challenging topic: grief over the loss of a pregnancy or newborn. Cathy shares 12 things that might help if you are or have been suffering from perinatal loss. I pray that this episode is received with the good intentions that come with it. And, I pray that God directs, protects and provides you with all you …

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#46 Need Clarity? Meet Stefanie Gass:7-figure CEO and Podcast Host Part 2 19:22

5M ago19:22

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Today, we will continue listening to Cathy Jo's conversation with her Teacher, Mentor and Coach, Stefanie Gass. Stefanie will talk about one of her many programs and offers, "Clarify Your Calling" Stefanie Gass is a Christian business and podcast coach, boy mom, and seven-figure CEO. She helps women grow their online businesses and make consistent …

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#45 Need Clarity? Meet Stefanie Gass:7-figure CEO and Podcast Host Part 1 19:01

5M ago19:01

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Today, you will meet Cathy Jo's Teacher, Mentor and Coach, Stefanie Gass. Stefanie will talk about one of her many programs and offers, including "Clarify Your Calling" which she breaks down into 4 simple steps. Stefanie Gass is a Christian business and podcast coach, boy mom, and seven-figure CEO. She helps women grow their online businesses and m…

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#44 My podcasting Journey:Prelude to Stefanie Gass interview 15:21

5M ago15:21

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In today's episode, Cathy Jo will talk about her podcasting journey as a prelude to her interview with Stefanie Gass. Stefanie Gass, creator of Clarify Your Calling, Podcast Pro University and Podcast to Profit, has played a vital role in Cathy Jo's success in regard to planning, implementing and continuing on this podcasting journey. Enjoy this ep…

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#43 Unsure of how to plan and pay your bills? 10 Ways to gain clarity and control over your finances 18:50

5M ago18:50

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In this episode, Cathy Jo shares 10 things you can do to increase understanding and decrease overwhelm when it comes to planning for and paying your bills. Whether you are a new mama or just trying to regroup after a busy spending season, these tips are easy to follow. Cathy Jo also recommends Books: 9 Steps to Financial Freedom by Susie Roman and …

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#42 Want to improve your life but don't know where to start? Here are 6 areas to journal/reflect on to gain clarity for you goals for 2025 23:30

5M ago23:30

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inside today's episode, Cathy Jo talks about 6 areas that you can reflect on to gain clarity for the new year. They are faith, family, career, education, health and relationships. Finance will be covered in the next episode. Stay tuned. If this episode resonated or blessed you in any way, please Write a review on apple podcast, Join the free Facebo…

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#41 Short on time, but want to grow stronger in your faith? 8 ways to create a God-centered life and home, while being a busy mom of young children. 19:56

6M ago19:56

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Inside today's episode, Cathy Jo shares 8 ways to grow in your relationship with Christ while being a mom may feel overwhelmed, and short on time. Whether it's putting time aside to pray alone each day, choosing to see the work you do as a form of prayer, or becoming more intentional with what you read, watch or listen to, there are plenty of ways …

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#40 Meet a Christian Younger Mama who's creating a God-Centered home for her family, Bailey Davis Part 2 18:00

6M ago18:00

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Inside today's episode, you will continue to hear from Bailey Davis. She will share testimony of her faith, as well as ways that surrendering her life to Christ has and continues to help her be a better mom and version of herself. She is an example of how God uses it all for his Glory and our good! Thank you Bailey! Romans 8:28 NIV "And we know tha…

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#39 Meet a Christian Younger Mama who's creating a God-Centered home for her family, Bailey Davis Part 1 21:32

6M ago21:32

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Inside today's episode, you will meet Bailey Davis. She will share testimony of her faith, as well as ways that surrendering her life to Christ has and continues to help her be a better mom and version of herself. She is an example of how God uses it all for his Glory and our good! Thank you Bailey! Romans 8:28 NIV "And we know that in al things Go…

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