Best Mike DeStefano Podcasts (2025)

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9/26/25 - Joseph Pearce on the Value of Good Books 1:01:21

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Joseph Pearce joins Steve and Becky to challenge all of us to disconnect from technology and pick up good books. His new book is Great Books for Good Men: Reflections on Literature and Manhood.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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9/19/25 - Jason Jones on Defending the Vulnerable 55:13

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Jason Jones joins Steve and Becky to share his powerful story and is passion for defending the vulnerable. His book is Dispatches from the Great Campaign: Defending Life on the Front Lines.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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9/12/25 - Joe Sullivan on Surviving the Wilderness 1:15:07

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Joe Sullivan spent three days lost in the Arizona wilderness after being separated from a group on a hike. He joins Steve and Becky to share his miraculous story.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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9/5/25 - Dr. Michael Pakaluk on the Beauty in the Ordinary 58:11

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Dr. Michael Pakaluk joins Steve and Becky discusses the beauty in ordinary life and his book, a collection of essays called The Shock of Holiness: Finding the Romance of Everyday Life.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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8/29/25 - Fr. Charlie Goraieb on Screens, Anxiety and Family Life 1:01:51

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Fr. Charlie Goraieb joins Steve and Becky to explore the ways screen use affects children, young people and families and what to do about it.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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8/22/25 - Nathanael Blake on Brokenness and Healing in Our Culture 1:03:16

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Dr. Nathanael Blake joins Steve and Becky to discuss brokenness in our culture and ways to remedy it. His book is Victims of the Revolution: How Sexual Liberation Hurts Us All.

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8/15/25 - Adam Minihan on St. Michael's Lent 1:00:32

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Adam Minihan joins Steve and Becky to encourage the faithful to try St. Michael's Lent, a time of renewal practiced by St. Francis of Assisi that goes from August 15th through the Feast of the Archangels on September 29th.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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8/8/25 - Anthony DeStefano on Asking for Miracles 1:06:59

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Can we ask for miracles? Does God answer those prayers? Anthony DeStefano joins Steve and Becky to talk about prayer and miracles. His book is The Miracle Book: A Simple Guide to Asking for the Impossible.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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8/1/25 - Fr. Wayne Sattler, Getting Personal with Jesus 58:53

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Fr. Wayne Sattler joins Steve and Becky to help us deepen our prayer life and our relationship with Jesus. His book is Remain in Me and I in You: Relating to God as a Person and Not an Idea.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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7/25/25 - Chatting with Friends Mike and Sharon Phelan 1:01:27

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Friends of the show and friends of the hosts, Mike and Sharon Phelan join Steven and Becky to talk about life Knights of Columbus evangelization, homeschooling and more.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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7/18/25 - Dr. Peter Kreeft on Conversion and Joy 1:02:34

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Dr. Peter Kreeft joins Steve and Becky to share his personal conversion story and dive into how we can find joy. His books are From Calvinist to Catholic and The Mystery of Joy.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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7/11/25 - Saints with the Stigmata 1:01:31

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John Clark joins Steve and Becky to look at the lives of the incredible people who had the stigmata. His book is God's Wounds: The Remarkable Truth of Those Who Bore the Signs of Christ's Passion.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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7/4/25 - Claire Dwyer on the Interior Life and Vocation 1:01:05

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God loves each of us uniquely and has specific work for us. Claire Dwyer joins Steve and Becky to discuss how we can cultivate an interior life that leads to understanding our mission.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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6/27/25 - Fr. Thomas Morrow on Marriage 1:02:58

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Fr. Thomas Morrow joins Steve and Becky to encourage and strengthen marriages. His books is Marriage for God's Sake: A Guide for Catholics.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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6/20/25 - Steve and Becky share a new project 47:19

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Steve Greene will be joining Fr. Michael Chaberek in Poland to create an educational video series exploring faith and evolutionary theories. Steve and Becky chat about it in this week's episode.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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6/6/25 - Msgr. Charles Pope on Salvation 1:06:53

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Msgr. Charles Pope joins Steve and Becky to help us understand hell and the role it plays in God's plan for salvation. His book is The Hell There Is: An Exploration of an Often-Rejected Doctrine of the Church.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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6/13/25 - Saintly Temperaments 1:05:02

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Rosemary McGuire Berry joins Steve and Becky to look a the lives of saints through their temperaments to encourage us on our path to holiness. Her book is Piety and Personality: The Temperaments of the Saints.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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5/23/25 - Art and Laraine Bennett on Anxiety 1:18:59

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Anxiety is on the rise in our culture. Art and Laraine Bennett integrate psychology with faith to give you tools for a less stressful life. Their book is Anxiety: A Catholic Guide to Freedom from Worry and Fear.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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5/16/25 - Dr. Ray Guarendi on How to Get Along with People 1:10:20

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Dr. Ray Guarendi joins Steve and Becky to give us tips on relationships. His new book is How to Get Along with Almost Everybody.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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5/9/2025 - Steve Weidenkopf Looks at Catholics in History 1:07:04

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Steve Weidenkopf joins Steve and Becky to tell the stories of 12 Catholics that have misrepresented in history. His new book is Canceled: Twelve Catholic Heroes that History Turned Into Villians.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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5/2/25 - Andrew Petripin - Faith Unboxed 1:01:08

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People often have ideas about the Catholic faith that aren't accurate. Andrew Petripin joins Steve and Becky to discuss these misperceptions and to shed light on the truths of the faith. His book is Faith Unboxed: Freeing the Catholic Church from the Containers People Put It In.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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4/25-25 - Mark Brumley - Catholic Study Bible 57:07

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Over 25 years in the making, the Ignatius Study Bible is a library of Bible study resources, to help everyday readers understand the written Word of God and apply its lessons to their lives. It is simply the most ambitious undertaking of its kind in our generation. Ignatius Press President, Mark Brumley joins Steve and Becky to discuss this project…

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4/18/25 - Fr. Keith Kenney - Death, Eternity and the Catholic Funeral 48:18

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Fr. Keith Kenney joins Steve and Becky to talk about facing death, describe the elements of a Catholic funeral and to explore the significance of this rite.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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4/11/25- Fr. Keith Kenney on Finding and Living Your Vocation 1:07:05

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Fr. Keith Kenney joins Steve and Becky to talk about how God works in us and in the world through our vocation.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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4/4/25 - Matthew Giambrone on Simplicity and Connection 59:10

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Matthew Giambrone joins Steve and Becky to talk about the importance of disconnecting from technology, embracing simplicity and connecting with each other. Find his work at Hearth and Field.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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3/28/25 - Fr. Nathan Cromly on Transformation and Mission 1:01:30

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Fr. Nathan Cromly joins Steve and Becky to inspire us to live on mission for Christ. His book is Coached by Paul the Apostle - Lessons in Transformation.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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3/21/25 - Dr. Andrew Abela on Cultivating Super Habits 1:07:27

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Dr. Andrew Abela joins Steve and Becky to discuss how to grow in virtue and build habits for success. His book is Superhabits: The Universal System for a Successful Life.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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3/14/25 - Michael Lichens on Weird Catholic Stuff 56:49

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Michael Lichens joins Steve and Becky to explore some seemingly strange topics that are part of the Catholic experience. His book is Weird Catholic Handbook.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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3/7/25 - Patrick Flynn on The Best Argument for God 1:06:35

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Patrick Flynn joins Steve and Becky to explore who God is and how logic points to his existence. His book is The Best Argument for God.

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2/28/25 - Roxanne King on Civil Rights 1:03:27

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Roxanne King joins Steve and Becky to explore the lives of saints and ordinary people who fought for human and civil rights. Her book is Catholic Heroes of Human and Civil Rights: 1800's to Present.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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2/21/25 - Isaac Hess on His Journey from Mormonism 1:05:00

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Isaac Hess joins Steve and Becky to share his powerful conversion story from the Mormon faith to Catholicism.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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2/14/25 - Christine Flynn on Spiritual Conversion 58:39

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Christine Flynn shares her fascinating journey from atheism, New Age and the occult to the Catholic Church. Her book is Not Just Spiritual: My Journey from Personal Religion to the Catholic Church.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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2/7/25 - Cheryl Hughes on Archbishop Fulton Sheen 55:31

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Cheryl Hughes joins Steve and Becky to discuss the influence of Fulton J. Sheen and powerful conversion stories. Her book is Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen: Convert Maker.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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1/31/25 - Dr. Joseph Hollcraft on Praying with Mary 56:55

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Dr. Joseph Hollcraft joins Steve and Becky to encourage us to pray specifically with our Blessed Mother. His book is Contemplating the Seven Sorrows of Mary: A Chaplet with St. Alphonsus Ligouri.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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1/24/25 - Fr. Robert Spitzer on Faith, Science and Miracles 1:09:20

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Fr. Robert Spitzer joins Steve and Becky to explore how science points to the truths of the Catholic faith. His book is Christ, Science, and Reason: What We Can Know about Jesus, Mary, and Miracles.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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1/17/25 - Eduard Habsburg on Family Life 59:50

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Amb. Eduard Habsburg joins Steve and Becky to explore the beauty of family life. His book is Building a Wholesome Family in a Broken World: Habsburg Lessons from the Centuries.

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1/10/25 - George Weigel on Faith and Culture 1:02:49

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George Weigel joins Steve and Becky to discuss faith and culture as we begin a new year.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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1/3/25 - Fr. Jeffrey Kirby on Discipleship 44:57

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Fr. Jeffrey Kirby joins Steve and Becky to explore what discipleship is and what that means for each of us in our walk with Jesus. His book is Real Discipleship: How to Follow Jesus His Way - Not Ours.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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12/27/24 - Fr. Jeffrey Kirby, It's Still Christmas! 42:15

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While the secular world has moved on from Christmas music and many of the lights have come down, Fr. Jeffrey Kirby joins Steve and Becky to encourage us reclaim the celebration of Christmas for the whole season.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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12/20/24 - Advent and Christmas 47:44

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Steve and Becky reflect on Advent and Christmas while giving us a glimpse into their family life and traditions.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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12/13/24 - Karlo Broussard on the Saints 1:03:51

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Karlo Broussard joins Steve and Becky to explain saints and our relationship with them. His book is The Saints Pray for You: How the Christians in Heaven Help Us Here on Earth.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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12/6/24 - Fr. James Kubicki on the Daily Offering 55:51

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Fr. James Kubicki, S.J., joins Steve and Becky to explore the fruit that comes from offering each day to God. His new book is A Year of Daily Offerings: Giving Your Life to God One Day at a Time.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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11/29/24 - Fiat Productions 1:08:59

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Fiat Productions co-founders Mary Ryan, Elizabeth Sobczyk and Mike Zazick join Steve and Becky to share about how they are transforming the culture through beauty and the arts.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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11/22/24 - Ryan Hanning Preparation for Advent 1:01:40

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Dr. Ryan Hanning joins Steve and Becky to help us enter into Advent by refleting on an obscure Nativity play by atheist Jean-Paul Sartre.

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11/15/24 - Ryan Hanning on Family, Education and Formation 55:51

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Dr. Ryan Hanning joins Steve and Becky with no plan, no topic and open microphones. This episode explore family life, education and how to best support formation.

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11/8/24 - Greg Schutte on Building a Eucharistic Marriage 55:18

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Greg Schutte joins Steve and Becky to share his experience and tips on strengthening marriage. He is a leader in marriage enrichment and education as well as the creator of the Building a Eucharistic marriage program.

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11/1/24 - Joseph Pearce on 50 Great Books 59:22

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Joseph Pearce joins Steve and Becky to dive into classic literature and the lessons we can learn from great books. His new book is Classic Literature Made Simple: Fifty Great Books in a Nutshell.

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10/25/24 - Joel Peters on Logic, History, the Church and Scripture 58:32

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Joel Peters explores how logic, historical facts and everyday human experience points to the relationship of Scripture to Sacred Tradition. His book is Sola Scriptura Doesn't Work: 25 Practical Reasons to Reject the Doctrine of "Bible Alone."By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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10/18/24 - Sherry Boas on Prayer Ministry for Moms and Building Special Needs Community 47:44

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Sherry Boas joins Steve and Becky to share what she's been up to, including a prayer ministry for mothers to pray for their children and working to build community opportunities for people with special needs.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

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10/11/24 - Fr. Timothy Reid, St. Teresa of Avila's Way of Perfection 58:32

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Fr. Timothy Reid joins Steve and Becky to share insights into the life and spirituality of St. Teresa of Avila and the Way of Perfection.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix