Best John Cuddeback Podcasts (2025)

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What Does a Flourishing Household Look Like? | Dr. John Cuddeback 41:16

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When people imagine a “traditional family” they often think of a stay-at-home mom and a father who works outside of the home. But is this accurate? Historically, married couples shared the work of raising a family. Up until the Industrial Revolution, the day-to-day work of everyday life was done within a household. This work strengthened marriages …

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How God Spoke Through My Desires: Discernment w/ Stacey Sumereau 1:25:04

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Do you know how to discern God’s will in your life? How important are your desires? Should we look for signs? How can you know if you're really doing what He wants? Most Christians have struggled with these questions at some point in their life. Thankfully, God loves to reveal His Heart to us. On this episode, Stacey Sumereau shares her inspiring s…

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Episode 29 - Celebrating Easter Like We Mean It 44:01

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Send us a text Easter is the feast of all feasts. It undergirds all true festivity and leisure. Yet we often struggle to celebrate it well. John and Sofia offer a practical approach to how our Easter celebration—including before and after Easter Sunday—can transform and elevate our homelife and provide a focal point and pattern for the whole year h…

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Catholic Response to Out-of-Wedlock Pregnancy 49:39

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Is it wrong to say “congratulations” to a single mom, when you find out she’s expecting? This might not sound controversial. But earlier this year, pro-lifers on X ended up in a heated debate over this very question. Some people claimed that saying “congratulations” glorifies and condones a sinful act. Others say that this is the appropriate respon…

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Episode 28 - Walking for Recreation: A Path to Renewing Homelife 37:42

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Send us a text Finding truly enriching activities that are enjoyable and don’t require a lot of planning can be difficult. Walking—whether just around the cul de sac or across hills and dales—has the potential to transform life in our homes. Join John and Sofia in this surprising conversation that goes to the heart of homelife and offers a hopeful,…

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Is Ireland Still Catholic? Points of Hope Amid Spiritual Decay 53:49

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What's the state of life and family in Ireland? Can a country, which was once a vibrant Catholic nation, turn back to God and reject the culture of death? Fr. Boquet says yes! He just returned from a mission with HLI Ireland. The state of life and family in Ireland is poor. However, Fr. Boquet sees great signs of hope. We unpack the current state o…

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Adopted and Betrayed by the Feminist Cult | Sara Huff 1:08:04

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How do pro-abortion and feminist groups push their agenda globally? And how do these organizations treat the women who work for them? Sara Huff, formerly Sara Winter, used to be the face of the feminist movement in Brazil. Today, she's a pro-life advocate. On today's episode, Sara shares her conversion story and exposes the radical agenda of femini…

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Episode 27 - Interview with Fr. Gregory Pine: How Dad Can Be Spiritual Head in the Home 49:14

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Send us a text Being spiritual leader is perhaps the most difficult, under-examined, and central aspect of a man’s place in the home. Renowned theologian and online celebrity Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. joins John Cuddeback in discussing the challenge and beauty of spiritual headship. Themes include: the difference spiritual headship makes in the spirit…

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How Abortion Pill Vendors Violate Public Health Laws | Teresa Marsano 1:00:59

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What happens to aborted fetuses after a chemical abortion? Most women flush their baby down the toilet. However, our wastewater treatment plants aren't equipped to handle fetal remains. Teresa Marsano has spent years researching this gruesome topic. On this episode, she shares her findings. Listen now to learn about this hazard that environmentalis…

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IVF: The Wrong Answer to America’s Infertility Problem 1:06:23

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Last week, President Trump signed an executive order expanding access to in vitro fertilization (IVF). Here's the problem: IVF won't fix the fertility crisis. Besides being expensive and often ineffective, IVF is also morally wrong. During the IVF process, many embryos are killed or frozen. It also harms the couple's marriage. Thankfully, there are…

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Episode 26 - Movies in the Home: Challenge and Opportunity 1:05:53

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Send us a text Anyone living an intentional life needs to reflect on how to do movies right. This is especially crucial for parents in view of the challenge of screen time and world-view formation—for young and old. Join John and Sofia as they offer a realistic, hopeful, and principled approach to actualizing the positive of movies in the home. htt…

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How FACE Act Was Weaponized Against Pro-lifers | Paul Vaughn 48:02

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Last month, President Trump pardoned 23 pro-lifers, who were accused by the Biden Administration of violating the FACE Act. On this episode, one of these pardoned pro-lifers, Paul Vaughn, joins us to share his story. He describes the FBI's raid on his home, what actually happened at the clinic, and what it was like to receive a presidential pardon.…

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Fix Women’s Health with Food, Not the Pill | The Catholic Nutritionist 52:36

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Is your lifestyle hurting your fertility? On this episode, Florencia Moynihan, the Catholic Nutritionist, joins us to discuss women's health. As a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, Flo has helped so many women reap the health benefits of supporting their bodies through nutrition and exercise. Flo answers questions like: What are symptoms of hormona…

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Episode 25 - Making and Transcending Time in the Home 58:37

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Send us a text Central to our problem with time is that we miss the real issue, and so real solutions evade us. It’s not about becoming more productive, but becoming more alive, by rediscovering ordinary daily practices. Join John and Sofia in taking a fresh look at time, why it’s so challenging today and how we can transform how we live in it, sta…

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Unlocking Masculine Potential Through Fitness and Self-Development | Joe Jarrell 39:52

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Joe Jarrell is on a mission: help Catholic men get fit and live authentically. He's worked with men from all backgrounds--single, married, and priests--helping them become confident leaders. If men aren't stepping up in their personal lives, they're going to struggle to lead. And in today's crisis of masculinity and family life, it's important Cath…

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What Pro-lifers Can Hope for from the Trump Administration 1:05:46

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In just over a week, President Trump has signed over 40 executive orders. Some of these orders will have a huge impact on the life and family movement. On this episode, Fr. Shenan Boquet unpacks President Trump's pro-life and family actions. We discuss the Mexico City policy, the Hyde Amendment, why the U.S. should defund UNFPA and other pro-aborti…

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Episode 24 - Music in the Home: Trojan Horse or Genuine Gift? 1:03:05

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Send us a text Boethius wrote: "Music is part of us, and either ennobles or degrades our behavior.” Plato and Aristotle saw it as central in education and in living a fully human life. Join Sofia and me in a hard-hitting discussion about how the music we listen to can be a deadly Trojan horse or a life-giving force in the heart of our homes. LIFECR…

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Yes, You CAN Break the Grip of Pornography | Steve Pokorny 52:32

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It's possible to be set free from pornography. Steve Pokorny was! Today, he mentors men and women who want to heal from porn. Steve Pokorny's ministry, Freedom Coaching, helps transform desires by transforming mind, heart, and vision. On today's episode, Steve joins us to discuss pornography addiction and how authentic healing IS possible. Often, t…

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Can Spiritual Fatherhood Fix the Population Crisis? 48:54

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We're heading into a demographic winter. At the heart of the population crisis is a spiritual issue. Years of contraception and abortion have created a widespread anti-child mindset. Because the anti-child mentality is a spiritual issue, religious figures have an important role in healing our culture. Government incentives, on their own, aren't wor…

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Episode 23 - Self-Care: Integral but Elusive in the Household 1:01:51

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Send us a text Many of us, especially spouses and parents, struggle with it. But self-care is crucial for everyone, and is an opportunity to deepen a marriage and become better parents. Join John and Sofia in discussing a rich notion of self-care, offering principles that apply at all stages of life. https://life-craft.org/…

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What I Saw as Planned Parenthood's Employee | Mayra Rodriguez 58:14

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Mayra Rodriguez worked at Planned Parenthood for 17 years. She was even Employee of the Year. However, in 2017, she was fired for speaking out against medical abuse of women. On this episode, Mayra Rodriguez shares her story. Find out how Planned Parenthood hurts women, why birth control leads to abortion, and how their business structure funnels w…

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A Pro-life Look Ahead to 2025 | Fr. Shenan Boquet 42:45

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What can pro-lifers expect in 2025? What issues will take the forefront this year? On this episode, Fr. Shenan Boquet discusses what pro-lifers can expect from 2025. In the Jubilee Year of Hope, there’s a lot to look forward to! But, on the other hand, there are also some concerning issues on the horizon. Listen no to find out how you can best prep…

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Episode 22 - The Power to Make Others Happy: Scrooge's Dance as a Feast for the Ages 56:03

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Send us a text We have both the power and calling to make others happy, a truth portrayed in stunning fashion in A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, one of the great stories of all time. Join John and Sofia for a dramatic reading and reflection on the unforgettable scene of the dance at Fezziwig’s warehouse, which sheds a brilliant light on marri…

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Why Our World Desperately Needs Christmas | Fr. Shenan Boquet 18:42

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Christmas is Father Boquet's favorite holiday! Christ's birth is a message of hope. It's a reminder of human dignity and God's love for you. On this special holiday episode, we discuss why our world desperately needs the Christmas message. In the midst of sin and suffering, we need the light of our Lord's birth. Living the Culture of Life…

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Why Government Can't Fix the Demographic Winter | Fr. Shenan Boquet 48:13

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We're heading into a demographic winter--globally! In the coming decades, the current low birthrates will have drastic social and economic impacts. Government policy (like the United States' National Security Study Memorandum-200) helped cause falling global birthrates. So, can government also fix the demographic winter? Fr. Boquet explains why gov…

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The Global Impact of the Depopulation Agenda | Fr. Boquet & Dr. Clowes 1:13:50

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50 years ago, the National Security Council finalized NSSM-200, a plan for global depopulation. Last week, we shared a podcast episode unpacking the depopulation plan. On today’s episode, Fr. Boquet and Dr. Brian Clowes share the impact on the ground. What atrocities have been committed to depopulate Africa and other developing nations? What do cle…

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Episode 21- Five Ideas for a Household Christmas 51:00

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Send us a text Christmas stands out as perhaps the most significant annual opportunity to craft a certain kind of life in our home. It’s when we show ourselves and those around us who we really are and want to be. Join John and Sofia as they share specific ideas for making your household’s observance of Christmas an extraordinary expression of life…

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The Secret Origins of the Depopulation Agenda | Dr. Brian Clowes 57:27

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Did you know that the United States has an official plan for depopulation? It's all laid out in National Security Study Memorandum-200 (NSSM-200), also called the Kissinger Report. December 10, 2024, marks the 50-year anniversary of the Kissinger Report. Five decades later, fears of overpopulation are over. Today, our world is on the brink of a dem…

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Episode 20 - Preparing your Home for Christmas: Decorating with a Purpose 57:25

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Send us a text It’s about so much more than keeping up with the neighbors. Decorating our home at Christmas can be an essential part of a deeper preparation for the holy days and so also a great tool in the art of crafting the good life in our home. Join John and Sofia in reflecting on the amazing fruits a deeper approach to decorating can have for…

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A Thankful Look at Global Pro-life Wins in 2024 | Fr. Shenan Boquet 47:19

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Have you ever wondered what the fight for life and family looks like globally? On today's special Thanksgiving episode, Fr. Boquet shares his favorite stories from the mission field. Listen now to get an insider's scoop on the best pro-life wins of 2024! Give the world a pro-life missionary! Send your best gift now: Give the world another pro-life …

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Episode 19 - Singing in the Home: Is it Essential? 50:20

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Send us a text It was once so ordinary that people couldn’t picture life without it. Singing together is a basic form of shared life in the home, and Sofia argues it is a wonderful part of God’s plan for the household. Join us as we discuss overcoming fears and objections and offer practical tips for recovering this precious lost art. Also, check o…

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How to Accompany Your Grieving Loved Ones | Mary Panico 38:48

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It can be challenging to comfort grieving friends and family. What should you say? What should you avoid saying? How can you help ease their pain? After suddenly losing close family members, Mary Panico realized that many people struggle with grief etiquette. While trying to be helpful, many people said incredibly hurtful things. On today’s episode…

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What Pro-lifers Can Expect from Trump's 2nd Term | Fr. Shenan Boquet 57:12

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Last week, President Trump was elected to a second term as president. Some pro-lifers have expressed concerns about his pro-abortion and pro-IVF stances. So, what can pro-lifers expect from a second Trump term? Was the election of 2024 a win for life and family? Find out by listening to today's episode! FREE E-book! Discover what Planned Parenthood…

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Episode 18 - Beyond Interior Design: Seeking a Better Plan for Our Home with Paige Rien 1:17:40

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Send us a text Interior design matters. Given our bodily nature, the spaces in our home have significant influence on life-in-the-home. Paige Rien, an author and designer who had five seasons on HGTV on a top-rated show, combines the best of design with a counter-cultural philosophy rooted in the mission of the Christian home. Join me and Paige in …

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Actually Helpful Tips for Chaste Dating | Rachel Hoover Canto 42:23

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It's hard to find practical advice for chaste dating. Often, couples are simply told not to go "too far." Then, they're left wondering what "too far" actually means. When Rachel Hoover Canto wrote her book on dating for faithful Catholics, she knew she needed to tackle this topic. After much research and fruitful conversations with Catholic mentors…

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Doctor Canceled for Reversing Chemical Abortions Shares His Story | Dr. Dermot Kearney 1:00:50

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Dr. Dermot Kearney successfully reversed many chemical abortions. If a woman takes progesterone within 48 hours of the first abortion pill, she has approximately a 50-60% change of saving her child's life! The UK medical authorities threatened Dr. Kearney with the loss of his medical license, if he didn't stop performing abortion pill reversals. Th…

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Episode 17 - Why Good Food Matters: Eating Healthy to Renew Homelife 1:06:11

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Send us a text What we eat is a major determinant of our bodily health and much more. The right approach to food nourishes us in many ways and is a central feature of a flourishing household. Join Sofia and me in discussing just how food can be an ‘instrument’ of crafting a truly good life in our home. Features suggestions from Wendell Berry and ou…

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SPECIAL EPISODE - Wifery: The Womanly Art and its Concrete Forms 45:14

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Send us a text Wifery refers to something beautiful that every woman is called to be as well as to a very concrete art at the heart of life in the home. The richness of the term comes from the richness of what it is to be a woman. This lecture defines, explains, and inspires, offering concrete action steps for rediscovering and enacting the art of …

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Spiritual Warfare & the Halloween Ritual Abortion Crisis | Fr. Francesco Giordano 52:01

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Spiritual warfare is a Catholic buzzword. But what exactly is it? And how does spiritual warfare relate to the pro-life and family movement? On this episode, Fr. Francesco Giordano explains what spiritual warfare is (and why you should care). The spiritual life isn't a battle, it's a war. It's critical that you have the proper strategies. What's mo…

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Your Guide to Informed Catholic Voting in 2024 w/ CatholicVote 56:40

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According to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, Catholics have a moral obligation to vote. But what principles guide this decision? And what do Catholics need to know before heading to the ballot box? On this episode, Joshua Mercer from CatholicVote joins us to talk about the upcoming 2024 election. We discuss why Catholics must vote, what issue…

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Episode 16 - Finding a Better Way to Bury Our Dead 59:49

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Send us a text How we bury our dead expresses our basic view of life. But we have lost our traditions of burial, and so our lives are impoverished. Renewing how we bury our loved ones is part of renewing life in our home. Join Sofia and me in discussing principles and concrete ways we can reclaim this essential practice of human life. https://life-…

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Why Planned Parenthood's Eugenic Past Still Matters in 2024 56:25

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On October 16th, 1916, Margaret Sanger founded Planned Parenthood. As Sanger's writings make clear, she strongly advocated for both racist and eugenicist practices. In recent years, Planned Parenthood has tried to distance itself from its founder. But it can't. Margaret Sanger's eugenic and racist philosophies are intertwined with Planned Parenthoo…

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Detransitioner Explores Issues that Doctors Misread as Transgenderism | Camille Kiefel 51:37

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Camille Kiefel struggled with ADHD and depression for years. Eventually, she transitioned to non-binary and underwent top surgery, in hopes that this would help her mental health struggles. Today, Camille knows the root cause of her mental health struggles wasn't gender dysphoria. Instead of "gender affirming care," she needed to address her physic…

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Episode 15 - Why Personal Pursuits Still Matter as a Mother with Nell O'Leary 1:10:32

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Send us a text If motherhood demands all, can there still be space for anything else? Does being a good mother mean having no personal projects? Nell O’Leary shares her journey of discovery about what motherhood demands. Join Nell and me in discussing how the ‘oblation’ of motherhood actually calls for an appropriate diversity of pursuits. https://…

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SPECIAL EPISODE - Husbandry: The Manly Art and its Concrete Forms 1:04:02

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Send us a text Husbandry names the heart of what every man is called to be; it also names a very concrete art that is the foundation of life in the home. The richness of the term comes from the richness of what it is to be a man. This lecture defines, explains, and inspires, offering concrete action steps for rediscovering and enacting the amazing …

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Secular Reasons Contraception is Wrong | Fr. Shenan Boquet 50:47

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Contraception isn't just a Catholic issue. Because it violates Natural Law, anyone can understand why contracepting is wrong. On this episode, Fr. Shenan Boquet gives some secular reasons why using birth control is immoral. If you want to help people understand the problems with contraception, this is a great place to start! Listen now to find out …

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How Science Supports Scripture on Sexual Wellness | Dr. Joe Malone 1:13:39

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Did you know chastity is healthy? If you want to be in the best sexual health, living chastely is key. Dr. Joe Malone is a sexual integrity scientist. He's studied women's health for years. And he's seen how unhealthy hookup culture is. Casual sex hurts relationships, harms health, and has many negative side-effects. On the flip side, chaste dating…

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Episode 14 - Authority and Submission: Is it Necessary in Marriage? 1:07:27

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Send us a text One of the hardest things to understand is even harder to enact. Authority and submission are essential to marriage, and yet today we have a cacophony of voices attacking and defending what often are caricatures of reality. Join Sofia and me in considering this key to getting marriage right. https://life-craft.org/…

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Catholic Parents Can’t Skip the Sex Talk. Here’s Why: 39:17

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The birds & the bees talk is awkward. We get it. But Catholic parents can't skip the sex talk. If you're not telling your kids about sex, then who is? On this episode, Fr. Shenan Boquet unpacks the struggles facing Catholic parents when it comes to sex education. Schools teach Comprehensive Sex Education, which is often a gateway for pornography. A…

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Hungarian Abortion Survivor Shares His Pro-life Journey | Imre Teglasy 46:57

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Imre Téglásy grew up in Hungary, when it was occupied by the Soviet Union. As a child, he discovered a family secret: his mom had attempted to abort him multiple times. Thankfully, Imre survived these abortion attempts. Today, Imre is a passionate pro-life leader. He has dedicated his life to helping moms and babies. Imre also spearheads HLI's pro-…

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