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Jun 2, 2023 • 54min
LGBT: The Catholic Response
EP054: Fr. Philip BochanskiHow can we walk with our brothers and sisters who experience same sex attractions while not abandoning the teachings of our faith? In this episode, Fr. Philip Bochanski sits down with Mary to discuss the Catholic response to this subject and answers some big questions like:What’s a Catholic to think of Pride Month?Is being gay a sin?How should teachers and parents teach children about human sexuality?Watch Fr. Bochanski’s EDIFY video here.Read Fr. Bochanski’s open letter here.Learn more about Courage and EnCourage groups here.Find the additional resources Fr. Bochanski mentioned here.Do you want to learn more about how to talk about this important issue? Download our FREE eBook, Identity Crisis, here!Follow us on social media! Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube

May 26, 2023 • 27min
My Story: Ministering to Migrants
EP053: Deacon José Santos, M.D.Thousands of migrants are crossing America’s southern border every day. But what did their journey look like, and what happens next? Deacon José Santos shares his experience ministering to young men who’ve crossed the border in this new episode of The EDIFY Podcast.What are their stories? Why did they come? How has this work changed his life? What are we called to do?Follow us on social media!Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTubeFollow us on social media! Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube

May 19, 2023 • 41min
How to fight today’s “throw away culture”
Canada is rapidly adopting assisted suicide. Is the United States following in their radical footsteps? How can we protect human dignity at all stages? Charlie Camosy has the answers.EP052: Charlie CamosyOn this episode of The EDIFY Podcast, Mary is joined by medical professor and bioethicist Charlie Camosy to discuss the so-called “mercy killing” or “right to die” movement. What’s the difference between euthanasia and assisted suicide? Is the United States following in Canada’s radical footsteps? What states are fighting for and against these anti-life policies? And how can we join the fight to protect human dignity at all stages? Get all the answers in this episode!Watch Charlie’s EDIFY video here.Get a copy of Charlie’s book, Losing Our Dignity, here.Follow us on social media! Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube

May 5, 2023 • 23min
Holy Spirit, Marriage, and Minivans with Paul J. Kim
Are you married or hope to be one day? Paul J. Kim has some tips for you - listen now!EP051: Paul J. KimPaul J. Kim is a well-known Catholic speaker, author, comedian, AND former marriage counselor. He shares tips on how to deal with conflict, how to make a good confession, and his journey from not attending Mass to a religious brother to happily married with 5 kids!Watch Paul’s EDIFY video here.Follow us on social media!Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTubeFollow us on social media! Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube

Apr 21, 2023 • 30min
The Drug Crisis: A Mother’s Story
America has a drug problem. And our kids are the primary target. Listen to this episode now and learn how you can take action.EP050: Rebecca KiesslingOver 300 people die every day from fentanyl poisoning, much of which is coming across our southern border. In this episode, Rebecca Kiessling shares the story of her sons and what can be done to protect our children from a similar fate.Follow us on social media!Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTubeFollow us on social media! Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube

Apr 14, 2023 • 29min
Another Choice: Abortion Pill Reversal
Save millions of babies every year by sharing this medical treatment. Learn about the treatment from the man who helped pioneer this great technology!EP049: Dr. George DelgadoIn this episode, Mary is joined by Dr. George Delgado, a pioneer of abortion pill reversal technology. He answers important questions about the push for abortion by pill, abortion reversal, and how the abortion industry is using and preying on women. Watch Dr. Delgado’s animated EDIFY video here.Follow us on social media!Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTubeFollow us on social media! Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube

Apr 5, 2023 • 24min
Architecture Reveals God
EP048: Erik BootsmaIn this episode, Mary talks with architect Erik Bootsma and asks a question many of us have on our minds: Are our ugly modern churches the fault of Vatican II?Erik unpacks for us the connection between our location and our actions as well as what the goals of church architecture are (or should be).BONUS: Which churches does this architect think are the most beautiful in America? How many of them have you visited?Watch Erik’s EDIFY video here.Follow us on social media! Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube

Mar 31, 2023 • 48min
The Truth Behind Transgenderism
Mary Hasson reveals the truth behind transgenderism and answers the big question: What IS a woman? Listen now.EP047: Mary HassonMary Hasson is back on The EDIFY Podcast to reveal the truth behind transgenderism. How did this issue gain so much momentum? What happens when you pause puberty? How can we help our kids and stop this social contagion? This episode has the answers - you don’t want to miss it!Do you want to learn more about how to talk about this important issue? Download our FREE eBook, Identity Crisis, here!Follow us on social media! Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube

Mar 24, 2023 • 24min
Why You Need Prudence
Why is the virtue of prudence so critical to our daily lives? Fr. Gregory Pine has the answers.EP046: Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P.What is prudence and why does Fr. Gregory Pine think it’s one of, if not the most, important virtue? How can it help us daily to be more faithful and virtuous Christians? Fr. Pine has the answers on this episode of The EDIFY Podcast! BONUS: 3 great book recommendations from Fr. Pine to help you grow in virtue!Watch Fr. Pine’s EDIFY video here.Get a copy of Fr. Pine’s book, Prudence: Choose Confidently, Live Boldly, here.Follow us on social media! Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube

Mar 17, 2023 • 46min
The Fallout of Lockdowns
All of us have been affected by the pandemic - but children most of all. Dr. Kheriaty walks us through the fallout of our COVID policies.EP045: Dr. Aaron KheriatyTo “celebrate” day 1,097 of 15 days to slow the spread, Mary hosts Dr. Aaron Kheriaty to dig into the terrifying mental health ramifications COVID-19 policies caused. All of us have been affected in some way by the pandemic - but our children most of all. Dr. Kheriaty walks us through some of the startling statistics.Over the last few years, we saw freedom being attacked from all sides - Dr. Kheriaty documented these in his new book, The New Abnormal: The Rise of the Biomedical Security State. Get some shocking teasers and a look into a potential dystopian world. What can we do to have courage when faced with the challenges of the world? Dr. Kheriaty has some advice for all of us.Watch Dr. Kheriaty’s animated EDIFY video here.Learn more about Dr. Kheriaty’s story on our previous podcast episode with him here.Follow us on social media!Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTubeFollow us on social media! Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube