Best Julia Seal Podcasts (2025)

Bobby talks with writer Mary O'Regan who authored a brilliant book, Padre Pio & You: An Epic Story of Spiritual Fatherhood (https://a.co/d/cVIzLo8). Mary recounts some amazing facts of Padre Pio's life, details about his family, and the journey of bringing her book about this amazing saint to publication. - Connect with Mary O'Regan via her blog: h…

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Episode 17: Cowper and Thomson and Scott Oh My! 1:03:38

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Welcome back to Ents and Sensibility! I have a lot in store for you, first, an author interview with Melodie Edwards, the author of Once Forbidden, Twice Shy, a funny and sweet modern retelling of Jane Austen's Persuasion. Second, we dive into chapter 17 of Sense and Sensibility, and find out who Marianne's author obsessions are, and discuss why Ed…

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57. Canonization Week! (+ the Frassati Field Guide) 24:45

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This week, on Sept. 7th 2025, the Catholic Church is about to elevate two young Italian men to sainthood: Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati. We talk in this episode about their lives, the topic of vocation, and Bobby's new book "the Frassati Field Guide" (https://a.co/d/0060fLc) Ave Maria Press has a 2-for-1 deal on the Frassati Field Guide + …

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56. Suzanne Bilodeau: Lattes, Laundry, & Resting in Motherhood 49:18

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Jackie talks with Suzanne Bilodeau, a wife and mother, author and podcaster, about her vocation story, her ministry and work, and her beautiful book She Loved: Resting in the Beauty of Motherhood. --- Suzanne Bilodeau is a wife to her high school sweetheart Paul, Suzanne is a homeschooling momma of 6 beautiful children. A former success-seeking act…

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55. Jack Beers: Endurance & Accompaniment 54:56

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Bobby talks with Jack Beers, a friend and fellow mentor with the CatholicPsych Institute, about his journey to Catholicism, dealing with health obstacles and Crohn's disease, and the joy of walking with others through the ups-and-downs of their lives. Jack Beers is the founder and leader of The Catholic Mentor, a ministry dedicated to helping you r…

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54. Stacy Trasancos: IVF is Not the Way 50:42

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Jackie talks with Stacy Trasancos about her recent book IVF is Not the Way and explores the stance of the Catholic Church towards IVF, the rights of human embryos, the cross of infertility, and more. Stacy A. Trasancos is an adjunct professor of science and theology in the Catholic Studies program at Seton Hall University and in the undergraduate a…

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53. Michael Gasparro: Authenticity, Mental Health, and Music 56:14

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Bobby talks with Michael Gasparro, a licensed therapist and musician about his faith journey, his work in the mental health field and sharing our creative gifts. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist #131154 and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor #10913 in California, Michael Gasparro helps treat a wide variety of mental health issues w…

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The “Dark Passages” of the Bible with Dr. Matthew Ramage

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52. Monica and Renzo Ortega: Talking with your Spouse about Sex 1:05:56

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Jackie talks with Renzo and Monica Ortega about their new book "Lovemaking: How to Talk about Sex with Your Spouse,” and share insights into relationships, sex, and love. Renzo and Monica Ortega are Catholic ministry leaders, podcast hosts, authors, and speakers. They host the popular marriage podcast, Two Become Family (also available on YouTube),…

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51. Laraine Bennett & Dr. Lianna Haidar: Anxiety & Freedom from Fear 50:12

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Bobby talks with Laraine Bennett and her daughter Dr. Lianna Bennett Haidar about anxiety, what it is and what we do about it, highlighting their newest book Anxiety: A Catholic Guide from Freedom and Fear. Laraine Bennett has a master's degree in Philosophy and has co-authored 5 books with her husband, Art: The Temperament God Gave You, The Temper…

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Antisemitism and the Catholic Church with Simone Rizkallah

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New Law Forces Priests to Break Seal of Confessional with Andrea Picciotti-Bayer

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50. Lenten Recap + Bobby's New Philosophy Book 47:30

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Jackie & Bobby celebrate episode #50 of the podcast, recap their Lenten 2025 travels, and breakdown Bobby's newest book, The Postmodern Predicament with Sophia Institute Press, out now! ... The Postmodern Predicament: And a Roadmap for Recovery and Restoration, out now! Sophia Institute Press:https://sophiainstitute.com/product/the-postmodern-predi…

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The Cristero War and the Mexican Martyrs with Dr. Julia Young

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The Council of Nicaea: 1700 Years Later with Dr. Daniel Keating

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49. Mary Lenaburg: Finding Hope in Hardship 56:40

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In this episode, Jackie speaks with Mary Lenaburg, an author, speaker, mentor, and retreat leader. Mary shares her testimony and remarkable journey of hope and healing in marriage and motherhood. Connect with Mary and learn more about her ministry at https://marylenaburg.com/ ----2025 Pilgrimage to Croatia & Medjugorje, info here: https://selectint…

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Launching into the Future: Middle Market Trends for 2025, with Doug Farren 40:05

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It’s been four years since we started In Good Companies and, as we look ahead, we feel that our vision for this show is complete. Together we navigated the forces shaping your business over the past six seasons, bringing in experts on culture, M&A, corporate security and so much more. We conclude this series with a special final episode. We’re keep…

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Sealing the Deal: Miles Crowe on the Art of Business Acquisition 32:49

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Acquisitions are a major tool to grow your business; but for leaders, they can feel like a daunting leap. So how do you gain confidence in your company to make that jump? What are some key steps to consider before sealing the deal? And once you’ve successfully expanded your ventures, how do you do it again? For our next season six episode, we bring…

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The Crisis of Catholic Identity in Catholic K-12 Schools with Eric Rubalcava

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[Fan Favorite] Where Joy Hides: Building a Happy Business, with Ingrid Fetell-Lee 34:39

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Before In Good Companies returns next week, we'd like to help you finish January on a high note; so we're bringing back one of our favorite episodes on joy. Recent research by Oxford University found that workers are 13% more productive when they’re happy. And yet, another study by BCG found that most company leaders aren’t building their strategie…

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48. Fr. Mike Schmitz: Persevering in Holiness 50:41

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We talk in this episode with Fr. Mike Schmitz, longtime friend and collaborator on Ascension Presents, recording from SEEK 2025 in Salt Lake City, Utah. We reminisce on old ministry moments, the Catholicity of Captain America, and being encouraged in our walks with the Lord. Father Mike Schmitz is the director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry for …

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[Fan Favorite] A Path to Resilience: Breaking The Stigma Around Burnout, with Paula Davis 37:24

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This January, In Good Companies revisits some favorite episodes to relax, reset, and dive right back into business. In today's episode, we ask a touchy question: why do we burn out? In 2024, 38% of US employees reported having experienced burnout; a phenomenon recognized by the World Health Organisation as an occupational issue. We want to start th…

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[Fan Favorite] A New Money Mindset: Saundra Davis on Financial Strategy & Well-Being 31:46

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According to recent polls, nearly 50% of small business owners feel stressed about their finances. But in 2025, we are determined to change that statistic. So this January, we revisit a favorite episode that will help us learn about our money feelings. Where do they come from? Are they serving us well? And how can we gain confidence in our potentia…

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[Fan Favorite] Time to Reset: Harnessing the Power of the Brain, with Dr. Julia DiGangi 32:33

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Happy New Year! We always like to kick start the year with a reset - and today's guest will help us get the fresh start we all strive for. Dr. Julia DiGangi is the author of Energy Rising: The Neuroscience of Leading with Emotional Power. She is a neuropsychologist who works with businesses and entrepreneurs to help them harness their power, and ke…

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47. Fr. Carter Griffin: Forming Families, Forming Saints 42:56

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We talk in this episode with Fr. Carter Griffin, a priest of Washington DC, on the topic of formation specifically for marriages and families. We also talk about his newest book, Forming Families, Forming Saints available now with Emmaus Road Publishing at the St. Paul Center. Father Carter Griffin is a priest of the Archdiocese of Washington. A gr…

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In Good Companies Takes a Holiday Break! 0:45

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December is often a busy month, so whether you’re working through it, reuniting with loved ones or cooking up a storm… Consider this your reminder to take a minute and breathe! For the next two weeks, In Good Companies is taking a holiday break to rest and celebrate. We’ll be back in January, with some brand new episodes, as well as a couple of old…

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Dreaming Big, Building Bigger: The Buzzing World of Don’s Cold Storage 34:39

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When he opened his food distribution business back in 2006, Don Coenen started with three semi-trucks in a crowded market. Nearly 20 years later, his company Don's Cold Storage and Transportation is a multi-million dollar corporation, open for business 365 days a year. More than a profitable operation, it’s a business that has provided a livelihood…

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Safe & Sound: A Critical Shift towards Psychological Safety with Kathy Pike 32:27

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What does it take to create workplaces where people feel safe to speak up, take risks, and innovate without fear of failure? Well, the answer can be summed up in two words: psychological safety. Psychological safety is not just a trend or a culture that is “easy” on employees. It's a business philosophy that seeks to empower teams and boost perform…

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John Dewey and the Destruction of Education with Dr. Hank Edmondson III

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A Whole New World: ESG as a Business Opportunity, with EY’s Marie Johnson and Brandon Sutcliffe 34:00

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Over the last decade, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) investments have exploded; as evidenced by global market projections, which predict 40 trillion dollars in ESG assets by 2030. That will not only reshape our financial markets, but also our consumer choices, our recruitment prospects, the range of our suppliers, and even our leadershi…

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[Fan Favorite] Showing Appreciation: Love As a Business Strategy 36:35

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How much better would the world be if everyone loved going to work? How much more engaged would we be? How much more efficient? That’s the vision of Mohammad Anwar and Chris Pitre (Softway Solutions and Culture+), two co-authors of the Wall Street Journal-bestseller Love as a Business Strategy. They want to revolutionize the way companies do busine…

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Driving Performance: When AI Takes The Wheel, with Bob Trotter 29:47

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Artificial Intelligence is the technology on everyone’s minds. Whether it’s using Chat GPT for content creation, or bringing in new tools to process our data differently. We have all started interacting with AI and we all stand to gain from it. Contrary to popular belief, a recent survey by McKinsey shows that AI would not threaten but create milli…

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46. Poland, Love & Responsibility, & Jackie's NEW Book! 38:46

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Jackie & Bobby talk about their recent travels, notably Jackie's pilgrimage to Poland, some thoughts on Pope John Paul II's earlier work Love & Responsibility, and highlight Jackie's new book---(Memorize Scripture: Simple Steps to Pray, Ponder, and Practice God's Word (https://a.co/d/gFnrmpG)-- coming soon!... Jackie NEW book, "Memorize Scripture: …

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Taking Flight: Navigating Industry Changes with Metro Aviation 33:06

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The 2020 pandemic has drastically changed the business landscape and put the medical aviation industry under the spotlight. When COVID hit, air services became an essential service to give access to healthcare across urban and rural areas alike and they have remained at the forefront of business preoccupations since. Case in point: in 2022, NASA la…

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Self Taught Or By The Book? Dr. John Torrens on Business Education 27:31

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80% of the jobs that will exist in the next decade were not invented 5 years ago. So if you're a young entrepreneur, how do you know where to start? What skills do you need to get some skin in the game? The future of work will change the nature of business education, so in today’s episode, we’re hitting the books with our new guest Dr. John Torrens…

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Through the Grapevine: Internal Communications For Long-Term Growth, with John Korinek 29:08

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How do you keep track of what is happening inside your company? Do you have a newsletter? Messaging channels like Slack or a go-to person for all questions? How does information reach you? If you feel lost in the maze of internal communication, you’re not alone. Research by Gallup found that 74% of employees believe they’re missing out on work news…

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The Life of a Vocations Director with Fr. Philip Yang, OSA

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Wired in: Shuo Chen on Technology and the Future of Business 32:04

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In Good Companies is back! And for Season 6, we’re doing a deep dive into the future of work. Because business will look different in 2050, and if we had to take an educated guess, it seems that technology is going to be a driver of change. In 2024, 86% of organizations have maintained or raised their IT budgets. We all sense that digital tools can…

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45. Johnna Sullivan: Mercy in Mentorship 30:04

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Bobby talks with ministry friend Johnna Sullivan, a trained mentor with the CatholicPsych Institute. They talk about Johnna's formation, testimony, and her pull towards ministering to "the misfits" within the Church, especially those coming from broken and blended families. Johnna Sullivan served as a missionary in Haiti, is the mother of her 11-ye…

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In Good Companies is Back for Season 6! 1:00

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Are you a business executive ready to take your company to the next level? Or, an entrepreneur who wants to set their sights on the future? Then stay tuned for Season 6 of In Good Companies, coming to you on October 15th! This season, we're talking about the future of work and helping you build a career for 2030. From AI to ESG, our expert guests a…

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44. John Bishop: Forming Men & Forging Strong Fathers 46:47

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Bobby talks with Dr. John Bishop about his work on FORGE, a new platform designed to build a foundation of healthy fathers, strong families, and empowered evangelizers to revitalize the family, transform our culture, and rebuild the Church.John earned his Ph.D. from the Catholic University of America where he wrote his doctoral dissertation on masc…

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A Happy Place: Joy as a Business Question, with Ingrid Fetell Lee 34:14

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To conclude our Sea Suite series and help you get back to work on a high note, we’re bringing you an episode about joy. Recent research by Oxford University found that workers are 13% more productive when they’re happy. And yet, another study by BCG found that most company leaders aren’t building their strategies around how their employees feel at …

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Money Matters: Saundra Davis on Adopting Financial Wellness 31:19

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According to a 2023 poll, nearly 50% of small business owners felt stressed about their finances. So at In Good Companies, before we return to work, we want to learn more about our money feelings. Where do they come from? Are they serving us well? And how can we gain confidence in our potential, to build a healthier relationship with our finances? …

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Brain Power: Refreshing Our Performance Mindset & Unlocking New Potential, with Dr. Julia DiGangi 31:47

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Whether you’re building your company up through growth and innovation or by investing in your culture, being in business often means striving for performance. But is there a science to good leadership? Research in cognitive psychology shows there might be. Our guest today is Dr. Julia DiGangi, author of Energy Rising: The Neuroscience of Leading wi…

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43. Anniversaries, Olympics, and the Eucharist 35:07

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Jackie & Bobby talk about their recent anniversaries, going through withdrawals after the Olympics, and their summer travels, particularly the first National Eucharistic Congress in 83 years. --Jackie on Hallow's series on St. John Paul II: https://hallow.com/challenges/244/ Fr. Mike Schmitz on the Olympics' Opening Ceremony: https://www.youtube.co…

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Slow Burn: Understanding Chronic Stress & Overcoming Burnout, with Paula Davis 37:30

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This August, In Good Companies is back with a special series to relax, reset and dive back into business. And while summertime is an ideal season to press pause and step out of the office, for some of us, the need for a break is pressing. In 2024, 38% of US employees report having experienced burnout; a phenomenon recognized by the World Health Org…

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42. María Paula Aldana: Conversion to Christ & the Theology of the Body 1:04:34

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Jackie talks with María Paula Aldana on her upbringing in Colombia, her testimony of faith, and her global ministry teaching the Theology of the Body. María Paula Aldana is a digital content creator, international speaker, writer and expert in Theology of the Body, and in teaching comprehensive sexuality education. She was a theology student at Pon…