The AWAKEN Catholic Show: Recent Episodes
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Not your grandmother's Catholic talk show. Join Nick De La Torre in hilarious, thought provoking, and tear jerking conversations about faith, life, and God.
Nick interviews the bright young David Billings, a teenager who started his own website for young people discerning their true calling in life. David talks about his desire from a young age to be involved in the mass, discerning his own vocation, being homeschooled, and how he turned his passion into a website for helping others to discover their true vocation. David’s website offers a simple avenue for those beginning their journey of discernment towards marriage, religious life, or single-life.
Episode 66 Show Host: Nick De La Torre Show Page: https://www.awakencatholic.org/theawakencatholicshow/discover-your-vocation-and-find-peace-w-david-billings David’s Website - https://godsplan4u.info/ “In God’s will, there is great peace.” - St. Josephine Bakhita Check out the Catholic Merch Store - https://catholicmerch.store Deacon Harold Burke Sivers Event at Awaken Catholic Theater - https://app.moonclerk.com/pay/vcy1kfefw9b Join my PATRON community Go to https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Get the AWAKEN Catholic app at https://theawakenapp.io Bring the AWAKEN MISSION to your parish! https://www.awakencatholic.church/mission
Nick interviews Kathleen and Troy Billings, the authors of the new book for married couples called “Simply Love”. They share their amazing love story, including having both been married before. They talk annulments, reconnecting, weekly adoration as a couple, the importance of keeping God at the center of their marriage, and how the devil tried to stop their book before it could be published.
In this CATHOLIC WEIRD STUFF segment we discuss CONTRACEPTION. What constitutes contraception, why the Church forbids it, and the beauty of marital love being completely open to God’s will.
Episode 65 Show Host: Nick De La Torre Show Page: https://www.awakencatholic.org/theawakencatholicshow/annulment-adoration-and-learning-to-simply-love-w-kathleen-and-troy-billings "Simply Love" at Our Sunday Visitor - https://www.orderosv.com/product/simply-love-catholic-marriage-day-by-day Check out the Catholic Merch Store - https://catholicmerch.store Join my PATRON community Go to https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Get the AWAKEN Catholic app at https://theawakenapp.io Bring the AWAKEN MISSION to your parish! https://www.awakencatholic.church/mission
Nick is joined by the founder of Sufficient Grace Ministries, Kelly Gerken! Kelly shares her story of growing up in a single parent home, getting married young, the earth shattering experience of losing a child during pregnancy, and how she discovered a call to found her ministry for grieving parents. Now Grace Ministries offers multiple services in order to comfort families dealing with terminal diagnoses and pregnancy loss. In this Catholic Weird Stuff Segment we discuss the Virgin Mary and the Saints! Find out why Catholics call Mary our Spiritual Mother and what it means to venerate the Saints.
Episode 64 Show Host: Nick De La Torre Sufficient Grace Ministries - https://sufficientgraceministries.org/about-us/ FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/SufficientGraceMinistries Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sufficientgraceministries/ Show Page: https://www.awakencatholic.org/theawakencatholicshow/pregnancy-loss-and-comfort-for-grieving-parents-w-kelly-gerken Check out the Catholic Merch Store - https://catholicmerch.store Join my PATRON community Go to https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Get the AWAKEN Catholic app at https://theawakenapp.io Bring the AWAKEN MISSION to your parish! https://www.awakencatholic.church/mission
Nick is joined by Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers and Ellen Holmes-Steve LeBlanc, the two additional hosts of The Prodigal Life podcast. Learn how one chance meeting at a Catholic Marketing Network Conference led to the creation of the Prodigal Life! The three discuss how the show covers topics such as theology, Church history, personal faith journeys, everyday Catholicism and how God’s love and mercy are always waiting for you to return to Him. God loves the prodigal son. You are never too far gone! In this Catholic Weird Stuff Segment we talk about aliens! What do Catholics believe about extraterrestrial life? Are Catholics allowed to believe in life beyond our planet? Join us as we have a fun conversation about the potentiality for alien life forms in the universe.
Episode 63 Show Host: Nick De La Torre The Prodigal Life Show - https://www.awakencatholic.church/patron/join-the-prodigal-life Ellen’s Non-profit - https://www.destined4this.com Deacon Harold - https://deaconharold.com Show Page: https://www.awakencatholic.org/theawakencatholicshow/meet-the-host-youre-never-too-far-gone-w-deacon-harold-and-ellen Check out the Catholic Merch Store - https://catholicmerch.store Join my PATRON community Go to https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Get the AWAKEN Catholic app at https://theawakenapp.io Bring the AWAKEN MISSION to your parish! https://www.awakencatholic.church/mission
Nick is joined by the host of Pop Culture Catechism, Mike Tenney. This conversation addresses the danger of viewing faith as a transaction, idolatry, and why rituals are a good thing. Mike shares how he began his podcast with a desire to digest pop culture through the lens of faith in order to reach those who feel broken and wounded. In this Catholic Weird Stuff Segment we discuss Catholic Social Teaching. Did you know that “Social Justice” actually came from Catholic theology and social teaching? But what does it mean to fight for justice in social issues as a Catholic?
Episode 62 Show Host: Nick De La Torre Show Page: https://www.awakencatholic.org/theawakencatholicshow/meet-the-host-catholicism-social-justice-and-spiritual-truths-in-pop-culture-w-mike-tenney Check out the Catholic Merch Store - https://catholicmerch.store Join my PATRON community Go to https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Get the AWAKEN Catholic app at https://theawakenapp.io Bring the AWAKEN MISSION to your parish! https://www.awakencatholic.church/mission
Nick is joined by the president and founder of Mass Impact, Greg Schleuter! This episode addresses living an authentic life of faith, pursuing holiness and how that impacts your family. Nick and Greg discuss creating a strong faith environment at home, intentional moments together, living a holy life, the value of true humility, and recognizing that one’s ultimate purpose is to know God. This Catholic Weird Stuff Segment addresses Catholic obligation. What does it mean to have Holy Days of Obligation? Why are Catholics obliged to do specific things? We cannot stress enough the importance of the disposition of the heart. God’s commandments are meant for our good and spring out of His love for us.
Episode 61 Show Host: Nick De La Torre Show Page: https://www.awakencatholic.org/theawakencatholicshow/living-a-holu-life-and-what-that-means-for-your-family-w-greg-schleuter Check out the Catholic Merch Store - https://catholicmerch.store Join my PATRON community Go to https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Get the AWAKEN Catholic app at https://theawakenapp.io Bring the AWAKEN MISSION to your parish! https://www.awakencatholic.church/mission
LIVE from the Awaken Theater, Christopher West joins Nick De La Torre to talk about sex, love, and satisfying the hunger of the human heart. In this lively discussion Nick and Chris address making the rules make sense, understanding the beauty of salvation, true love, Christian morality and sexuality. Digging deep into healing from porn addiction and the redemption of human sexuality vs repression. We end with a Q and A from the audience and Things. Get. REAL. In this Catholic Weird Stuff Segment we discuss “Divinization” and the idea that we are called to become gods. We unpack this mystery of participating in the divine nature and how by grace we are called to become like God.
Episode 60 Show Host: Nick De La Torre The Cor Project - http://corproject.com/about-christopher-west/ Ask Christopher West Podcast - https://askchristopherwest.com Theology of the Body Institute - https://tobinstitute.org Show Page: https://www.awakencatholic.org/theawakencatholicshow/what-catholics-actually-believe-about-sex-love-and-destiny-interview-and-q-and-a-w-christopher-west Check out the Catholic Merch Store - https://catholicmerch.store Join my PATRON community Go to https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Get the AWAKEN Catholic app at https://theawakenapp.io Bring the AWAKEN MISSION to your parish! https://www.awakencatholic.church/mission
Nick interviews the two savvy and humble founders of the Catholic company "Sock Religious". Scott and Elisabeth Williams share their story of falling in love, going from ministry work to business owners, finding sudden popularity, developing their umbrella group Catholic Concepts, and how simply wearing Catholic socks can help you spread the faith.
In this Catholic Weird Stuff segment we discuss dead bodies and relics. Why do Catholics cut up and disperse the bodies and clothing of Saints as relics to be venerated and what does the Church say about cremation?
Episode 59 Show Host: Nick De La Torre Sock Religious - https://sockreligious.com Catholic Concepts - https://www.catholicconcepts.com Show Page: https://www.awakencatholic.org/theawakencatholicshow/religious-socks-dead-bodies-and-catholic-concepts Check out the Catholic Merch Store - https://catholicmerch.store https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Not your grandmother's Catholic talk show. Join Nick De La Torre in hilarious, thought-provoking, and tear jerking conversations about faith, life, and God. Join my PATRON community Go to https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Get the AWAKEN Catholic app at https://theawakenapp.io Bring the AWAKEN MISSION to your parish! https://www.awakencatholic.church/mission
Nick interviews attorney at law and leader of the new Toledo chapter of Young Catholic Professionals (YCP), John (Jack) Kelly. Jack talks about his discernment process in finding his vocation, being open to the will of God, his journey to studying law, being Catholic in the workplace, and how YCP helps connect Catholic professionals with each other as well as inspire Christians to invite Christ into the workplace. In this Catholic Weird Stuff Segment we discuss Feast Days and why Catholics love to party. Every wondered why Catholics celebrate the death of the saints with “feast days”, especially when many of them died horrific deaths? We discuss some of the weird traditions for specific days and how they started.
Episode 58 Show Host: Nick De La Torre Show Page: https://www.awakencatholic.org/theawakencatholicshow/young-catholic-professionals-and-being-catholic-in-the-workplace-w-jack-kelly YCP Toledo - https://www.youngcatholicprofessionals.org/chapter/toledo Get Tickets for Coffee w/Christopher West - https://ChristopherWest.awakencatholic.org Get Tickets for Mike Mangione in Concert - https://MikeMangione.awakencatholic.org Want to go to both events? - https://March29Combo.awakencatholic.org Check out the Catholic Merch Store - https://catholicmerch.store https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Not your grandmother's Catholic talk show. Join Nick De La Torre in hilarious, thought-provoking, and tear jerking conversations about faith, life, and God. Join my PATRON community Go to https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Get the AWAKEN Catholic app at https://theawakenapp.io Bring the AWAKEN MISSION to your parish! https://www.awakencatholic.church/mission
Nick interviews host of the Physically Spiritual podcast, Andrew Reinhart. The two recount how their friendship began with Andrew taking the time to mentor Nick through heart to heart evangelization. Andrew relates his internal pressure to be perfect, the difference between the natural and supernatural, “New Age” spirituality, healing is a means to an end, and the journey to discovering truth. In this Catholic Weird Stuff Segment we discuss Bilocation. What does it mean to be in two places at once? What saints are known for this phenomenon and how do we know it isn’t just astral-projection?
Episode 57 Show Host: Nick De La Torre Show Page: https://www.awakencatholic.org/theawakencatholicshow/meet-the-host-health-science-and-spirituality-w-andrew-reinhart Check out the Catholic Merch Store - https://catholicmerch.store Check out Physically Spiritual - https://www.awakencatholic.org/physically-spiritual https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Not your grandmother's Catholic talk show. Join Nick De La Torre in hilarious, thought-provoking, and tear jerking conversations about faith, life, and God. Join my PATRON community Go to https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Get the AWAKEN Catholic app at https://theawakenapp.io Bring the AWAKEN MISSION to your parish! https://www.awakencatholic.church/mission
In this episode Nick interviews the hosts of Elevate Ordinary, JonMarc and Teresa Grodi. Join the laughter and the tears as the three discuss how their glorious friendships began, JonMarc and Teresa’s romance, how they started their talk show, and the joy of “marrying-up”. In this Catholic Weird Stuff Segment we discuss “Memento Mori” and what it means to “remember your death”. Additionally, we dive into Natural Family Planning (NFP), how it works and helps you understand your own biology. We dive into how it helps you grow in your marriage, the spiritual depth it brings, and how it can improve your sexual relationship.
Episode 56 Show Host: Nick De La Torre Show Page: https://www.awakencatholic.org/theawakencatholicshow/meet-the-hosts-relationships-ordinary-life-and-nfp-w-jonmarc-and-teresa-grodi Check out the Catholic Merch Store - https://catholicmerch.store https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Not your grandmother's Catholic talk show. Join Nick De La Torre in hilarious, thought-provoking, and tear jerking conversations about faith, life, and God. Join my PATRON community Go to https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Get the AWAKEN Catholic app at https://theawakenapp.io Bring the AWAKEN MISSION to your parish! https://www.awakencatholic.church/mission
Nick invites to the show Life Coach and founder of CrisisPregnancysupport.com, Lauren Loboda! She shares her journey to becoming a life-coach and founding her non-profit company to help women struggling with unplanned pregnancies. Lauren discusses mindset management, overcoming negative thoughts, and the modern dilemma of isolation along with the ways in which her online company helps pregnant women work through their emotional needs.
ln this Catholic Weird Stuff’s Segment we discuss the radical awesomeness of Saint Padre Pio and some random miracles surrounding his intercession.
Episode 55 Show Host: Nick De La Torre Show Page: https://www.awakencatholic.org/theawakencatholicshow/life-coaching-and-pregnancy-support-w-lauren-loboda Pregnancy Support: www.CrisisPregnancySupport.com Life Coach Practice: Www.LifeCoachMama.com https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Not your grandmother's Catholic talk show. Join Nick De La Torre in hilarious, thought-provoking, and tear jerking conversations about faith, life, and God. Join my PATRON community Go to https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Get the AWAKEN Catholic app at https://theawakenapp.io Bring the AWAKEN MISSION to your parish! https://www.awakencatholic.church/mission
Life is freakin busy sometimes. Nobody knows this better than my guest, Fr. Leo Patalinghug. Today we talk about prayer life balance, keeping your eyes on Jesus, and our pilgrimage to Mexico in November! Father reminds us that pilgrimage is a chance to literally "taste and see that the Lord is good" and if you allow yourself to accept the call, it will BLOW YOUR MIND!
Episode 54 Show Host: Nick De La Torre Show Page: https://www.awakencatholic.org/theawakencatholicshow/keep-your-eyes-on-jesus-and-take-a-pilgrimage-w-fr-leo https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Not your grandmother's Catholic talk show. Join Nick De La Torre in hilarious, thought-provoking, and tear jerking conversations about faith, life, and God. Join my PATRON community For EXCLUSIVE access and BENEFITS Go to https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Get the AWAKEN Catholic app at https://theawakenapp.io
Nick interviews Catholic Americana musician, Mike Mangione, in front of a first-ever LIVE audience! Mike shares about his humble beginnings, his love for artistic expression, how he began to take his faith seriously and a profound experience of prayer laying in a hospital bed in the Fall of 2021.
In this Catholic Weird Stuff Segment we discuss the incorruptibles. These miraculous saint bodies have been preserved after death!
Episode 53 Show Host: Nick De La Torre Show Page: https://www.awakencatholic.org/theawakencatholicshow/mike-mangione-steals-the-show https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Not your grandmother's Catholic talk show. Join Nick De La Torre in hilarious, thought-provoking, and tear jerking conversations about faith, life, and God. Join my PATRON community For EXCLUSIVE access and BENEFITS Go to https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Get the AWAKEN Catholic app at https://theawakenapp.io
Nick is joined by Rob Holler and Beverly Monahan to talk about their amazing experience on pilgrimage to the Holy Lands. Learn about the impact of walking where Christ walked, the power of stepping into the River Jordan, and seeing the beauty of faith in a city dominated by three major religions. Join us and discover how visiting the Holy Lands adds to the joy of being Catholic.
This episode is sponsored by Select International Tours and Cruises. Learn more at http://selectinternationaltours.com/awaken Show Notes: https://www.awakencatholic.org/theawakencatholicshow/visitng-the-holy-lands-the-joy-of-being-catholic-on-a-pilgrimage https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Not your grandmother's Catholic talk show. Join Nick De La Torre in hilarious, thought-provoking, and tear jerking conversations about faith, life, and God. Join my PATRON community For EXCLUSIVE access and BENEFITS Go to https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Get the AWAKEN Catholic app at https://theawakenapp.io
Nick and Fr. Eric Schild recount their amazing Holy Lands experience with Select International Tours. Through their journey they share about following the Holy Spirit, the significance of each holy location they visited, the history of the papacy, and sharing in the darkness of Christ's suffering. In this Catholic Weird Stuff Segment we discuss the Nativity of the Lord. The REAL Nativity. What it was like to visit the physical location, its significance, and what it means for our faith.
This episode is sponsored by Select International Tours and Cruises. Learn more at http://selectinternationaltours.com/awaken Show Notes: https://www.awakencatholic.org/theawakencatholicshow/our-pilgrimage-to-the-holy-lands https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Not your grandmother's Catholic talk show. Join Nick De La Torre in hilarious, thought-provoking, and tear jerking conversations about faith, life, and God. Join the COMMUNION OF sAINTS patron community for exclusive access and benefits at https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Get the AWAKEN Catholic app at https://theawakenapp.io
In this Special Edition episode Nick recounts his life changing pilgrimage to the Holy Lands with Select International Tours. He shares his moving experiences through personal photos and videos detailing the profound impact this trip had on the whole group. Stick around for the second half of the episode where we talk about AWAKEN'S 2021 year end updates and exciting new plans for the future!
This episode is sponsored by Select International Tours and Cruises. Learn more at http://selectinternationaltours.com/awaken Show Notes: https://www.awakencatholic.org/theawakencatholicshow/books-to-live-by-w-susan-joy-bellavance https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Not your grandmother's Catholic talk show. Join Nick De La Torre in hilarious, thought-provoking, and tear jerking conversations about faith, life, and God. Join the COMMUNION OF sAINTS patron community for exclusive access and benefits at https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Get the AWAKEN Catholic app at https://theawakenapp.io
In this epic episode Nick interviews two members of the Knights of Columbus. David Cary and John Desmarteau get personal sharing life journeys, coming to faith, falling in love, and why they each made the valiant decision to become knights! Discover what makes this Fraternal Order of Catholic laity so enticing, what career opportunities it offers, and why all Catholic men should consider taking the pledge.
In this Catholic Weird Stuff Segment we discuss the origin story of the Knights of Columbus. Who exactly are the knights, what do they do, and how does a person join? Find out in today’s episode!
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Nick invites to the show enthusiastic Catholic, Children's book author, Susan Joy Belevance! Baptized über Catholic, Susie (Z) bursts with a love for Christ and His gospel. She and Nick talk about everything from how she became a diehard Catholic, to what led her to write 3 awesome children’s books that speak to the heart of the faith.
In this Catholic Weird Stuff segment Nick and Susie discuss the Consecration to Our Lady. What is it and where did it originate? Find out the benefits of this devotion and the importance of committing it to your own life!
This episode is sponsored by Select International Tours and Cruises. Learn more at http://selectinternationaltours.com/awaken Show Notes: https://www.awakencatholic.org/theawakencatholicshow/books-to-live-by-w-susan-joy-bellavance https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Not your grandmother's Catholic talk show. Join Nick De La Torre in hilarious, thought-provoking, and tear jerking conversations about faith, life, and God. Join the COMMUNION OF sAINTS patron community for exclusive access and benefits at https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Get the AWAKEN Catholic app at https://theawakenapp.io
In this episode Nick is joined by Catholic super-star Amanda Vernon! As an author, speaker, and musician Amanda discusses the sacrifices she has made to be both a performer and a mother. She shares her personal story about growing up in a vibrant Catholic home with a strong foundation in faith to the time she first felt God calling her to share her faith through music. She and Nick get deep when they address what it means to believe in “Divine Providence” and God’s sovereignty and how that has impacted the way they both view their own lives.
In this Catholic Weird Stuff Segment we discuss what CHASTITY is and why it matters. How does this virtue actually EMPOWER women in an overly sexualized society?
This episode is sponsored by Select International Tours and Cruises. Learn more at http://selectinternationaltours.com/awaken Show Notes: https://www.awakencatholic.org/theawakencatholicshow/sexual-empowerment-and-gods-will https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Not your grandmother's Catholic talk show. Join Nick De La Torre in hilarious, thought-provoking, and tear jerking conversations about faith, life, and God. Join the COMMUNION OF sAINTS patron community for exclusive access and benefits at https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Get the AWAKEN Catholic app at https://theawakenapp.io
Nick invites to the show prolific Catholic writer, Timothy P. O’Malley author of the book “Real Presence: What does it mean and why does it matter?” Tim recalls growing up as a Catholic in the South, how he fell in love with theology as a teenager reading the catechism on the bus, and his unfailling passion for all things intellectual. His book reveals the importance of understanding what the the Eucharist is and why it even matters.
In this Catholic Weird Stuff segment we discuss the Saints of the Black Death. During this dark period of time in history the Church went through a significant renewal, including the birth of many saints, inspired works of art, and new devotions that persist even till today!
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Nick invites to the show suave Catholic Evangelist and Motivational Speaker, Hector Molina. Hector discusses growing up as a Puerto Rican New Yorker, going from cultural catholicism to authentic faith, and how he became the sexiest "motivangelist" in the South! Join us as we discuss the beauty of truely encountering Christ and the importance of true discipleship!
In this Catholic Weird Stuff Segment we learn about the Latino Advent celebration "Las Posadas". What exactly is this nine day tradition before Christmas? Where did it originate and what makes this cultural faith tradition so beautiful and important?
This episode is sponsored by Select International Tours and Cruises. Learn more at http://selectinternationaltours.com/awaken Show Notes: https://www.awakencatholic.org/theawakencatholicshow/the-measure-of-true-discipleship https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Not your grandmother's Catholic talk show. Join Nick De La Torre in hilarious, thought-provoking, and tear jerking conversations about faith, life, and God. Join the COMMUNION OF sAINTS patron community for exclusive access and benefits at https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Get the AWAKEN Catholic app at https://theawakenapp.io
In this fascinating broad-topic episode Nick interviews hosts of the New Polity podcast, Marc Barnes and Jacob Imam. The three discuss everything from personal journeys to the faith, the relationship between intellect and “knowing” someone, to having a debate on the value of crypto currency. Find out what makes Marc and Jacob the perfect guests for today’s show and why their podcast is worth checking out.
In this Catholic Weird Stuff Segment we discuss usury. We define what it is and why the Catholic Church has always opposed it. Should we still be against lending and borrowing for the purpose of gaining interest? And how do we move away from something that has become a cornerstone of Western society?
This episode is sponsored by Select International Tours and Cruises. Learn more at http://selectinternationaltours.com/awaken Show Notes: https://www.awakencatholic.org/theawakencatholicshow/intellect-faith-and-money https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Not your grandmother's Catholic talk show. Join Nick De La Torre in hilarious, thought-provoking, and tear jerking conversations about faith, life, and God. Join the COMMUNION OF sAINTS patron community for exclusive access and benefits at https://TheAwakenCatholicShow.com Get the AWAKEN Catholic app at https://theawakenapp.io
Nick invites the "Queen of the Conferenc" and metal working artist, Adri Estrada to his show. A liturgical artist, Adri celebrates the beauty of the gospel and nature as images of God in all of her pieces. Come learn about the fascinating ancient tradition of metalic art as well as how Adri accepted God's call on her to pursue her artwork later in her life.
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Nick is joined in this special broadcast by Annie Harton, Marriage and Family life counselor and author of "Single Truth". Annie discusses her book, and how it was born of her own questions about why she was entering her 30s as a single woman. Come learn more about Annie, her story, and the passion she has for marriage and family.
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Nick is joined by Pete Socks of the Catholic Brain! Pete discusses what the Catholic Brain is as an online faith formation platform geared towards school aged children. They offer a variety of resources, including books and subscriptions, for families to help raise well formed catholic young adults.
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Nick invites Larry Zielke from the Brother Francis Orginization to the show! Larry talks about the Brother Francis show, its mission of teaching the faith in a fun and memorable way, and the difference it makes for families looking for good catholic media resources.
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Nick interviews catholic fiction author Antony Barone Kolenc. Antony discusses his historical fiction series with its the catholic themes and spooky intrigue. He shares what inspired him to write and why Catholic fiction is so growing in popularity.
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Nick brings homeschooled brothers, Jonathan and Joshua Masterson to the show! The brothers discuss the popular children's book they wrote and illustrated together, how they were inspired, and their plans for the future.
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Nick is joined by Matt Maszczak of Select International Tours and Cruises. Matt talks about what sets the pilgrimage company apart from others and why he is passionate about what they do.
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Nick is joined by the enchanting Fr. Valdemar, a rockstar priest who litterally rocks out. Father talks about how he came to his vocation as a young man torn between his love for hard rock and the Church.
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Nick interviews Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers about how the pandemic affected the faith of catholics who do not fully understand their faith. Deacon Harold discusses the importance of the Eucharist and how a renaissance of faith is needed.
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Nick brings to the show Nick Chapello of Biretta Books and the Canons Regular of St. John Cantius in Chicago. In this special live episode Mr. Chapello details what Biretta Books is all about! The beauty of the sacred liturgy, the ancient tradition of the Latin Mass, and how they are helping to restore a deeper understanding and appreciation for both.
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In this special live broadcast Nick is joined by Bill Kassel, seasoned catholic entertainer with Ave Maria Radio turned author. Bill walks us through his new novel "My Brother's Keeper", which artfully fleshes out the life of the Holy Family by weaving in historical facts and traditions. Find out more about his book and how he hopes it can inspire people to connect more deeply with Scripture.
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In this episode Nick is joined by Brooke Taylor, host of the Brooke Taylor Show! Learn about Brooke's journey from a warm catholic home to her first job in secular radio, and finally working at HOOTERS searching for community and a sense of self-worth before finding her way back to the Church.
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In this episode Nick is joined by legendary defender of life, Father Frank Pavone. Listen and learn how Father got involved in the Pro-Life movement and his calling to a ministry wholly devoted to ending abortion. He discusses how important it is for priests and bishops to speak on the subject of abortion, to minister to those who have experienced it, and fearlessly lead the way to ending this evil once and for all.
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In this special live episode Nick is joined by Ashley Zahorian, president and CEO of CMAX.tv! Ashley discusses what CMAX TV does, how they give Christian artists a platform for producing good media, and how they stay true to their Catholic values.
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Nick is joined by author and personal coach, Joseph Tabers. Join us as Jo explains how he is a self-taught relationship building coach, meeting people where they are at, and helping adults figure out who they truly want to be. Watch this episode and find out how to discover your calling and increase your happiness!
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Nick interviews future saint in the making, Seppe Kelly. In this incredible story Seppe talks about having your whole life figured out, how he's gone from being a half-hearted catholic janitor to being on-fire for the faith and entering the seminary. Join us and hear about the importance of humbly recognizing your place before God and learning to listen to His will over our own.
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Join us as Nick interviews co-founder The Dominican Sisters of Mary the Mother of the Eucharist, Sister John Dominic. Sister talks their order's humble beginnings, the prayerful music they create, and how she's figured out how to hack the YouTube algorithm! Find out how passion for catholic education lead their order to build a studio and create their own media company dedicated to artfully representing the faith.
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In this episode Nick interviews Monica, founder and author of the Theology of the Body Evangelization Team (T.O.B.E.T.). Monica discusses the importance of Theology of the Body and how it lead her and her team to create educational materials for children based around this fundamental view of humanity. Find out why the body matters and what it means to have a sacramental view of reality in this special live broadcast from Chicago.
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In this episode Nick takes us on a journey into a serious discussion about Cuba, the protests, its history, and how government put itself in the place of God. We see how fear played a role in the enslavement of Cuba to Communism and the corrolation with how fear enslaves our hearts and minds. Yet Christ is always with us! He waits for us to call upon and trust Him. Be encouraged as Nick talks about the importance of entrusting our lives to the Son of God rather than to man made institutions.
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We are starting a glorious new chapter at AWAKEN Catholic and we need your help to make it possible! Join us as Nick shares the joys and struggles of running a non-profit orginization, the hard work and faith it took to get this far, and the power of support in helping the mission to move forward.
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Radio host, podcaster, and motivational speaker Liv Harrison joins the show in this deeply personal episode about emotional trauma, going through identity crises, and giving yourself permission to be human. Liv opens up about her past as an obese child, how weight became her sheild against the world, and finding healing through the power of the Sacraments. Find out how Liv learned to love her own story by sharing her gift with others.
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Renowned Catholic speaker Jason Evert joins the show to discuss true sexual freedom. Jason delves into his past as a youth addicted to porn, living a double life, and discovering that the best witness to faith is seeing it quietly lived every day. Find out how Jason discovered his own healing through St. John Paul 2's writings and how it shaped him into the man that he is today.
In this Catholic Weird Stuff segment we discuss what makes Natural Family Planning the BEST form of birth-control. We compare it to the pill and consider why the Church cares about the difference.
In this segment of Catholic Weird Stuff, Nick and Jason discuss Natural Family Planning, or NFP. They clear the air on the common misconceptions about the topic, and tell some amazing stories of couples who have utilized it in their marriage.
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Cathy Gilmore comes onto the show to talk about the Catholic Marketing Network (CMN), the Momentum Conference, and her journey back to the Catholic Church.
In this segment of Catholic Weird Stuff, Cathy talks about her series of children's books, "Tiny Virtue Heroes". She also teaches Nick the 3 steps of becoming a virtue hero, as well as the real meaning of virtue.
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In this episode, Hannah Scheramic, a pro-life TikToker and mother of two, comes onto the show. Hannah shares how her pro-life channel on TikTok came to fruition. She also talks about her journey through hurt to find freedom and hope, as well as her story of how she became pro-life.
In this segment of Catholic Weird Stuff, Nick and Hannah discuss the new Eve, Mary. They chat about why Jesus addresses her as "woman", why she is the new Ark of the Covenant, and Mary's sassiness.
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In this episode, host Nick De La Torre welcomes Kirk Ross to the show. They talk about Kirk's conversion story (including his escapades in Austria), what it was like transitioning to Catholic teaching and seeing Jesus in a different way, and so much more!
In this segment of Catholic Weird Stuff, Nick and Kirk talk about bad popes in Church history. They touch on calling out the actions of a pope, while still obeying the word of the Church, the authority of the Office versus the person, and more. Join us!
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Host Nick De La Torre welcomes former pastor and convert to Catholicism, Keith Nester, to the show. Keith tells his conversion story (including his church-going escapades in Austria), talks about his wonderful "Rosary Crew", discusses learning to let go and follow God's will, and so much more! Also, in this segment of Catholic Weird Stuff, Keith and Nick talk about the Latin Mass, including music versus silence, and what drew Keith in.
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Join Nick De La Torre for some crazy updates about AWAKEN Catholic. He discusses some events to look forward to, including: Christopher West’s episode of Pop Culture Catechism, Jason Evert’s events on Why Be Catholic and Sex, Love, and Porn, Night of Worship, the Momentum Conference in Chicago, and more!
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In this episode, join Nick in an honest conversation about devastating news for AWAKEN Catholic, and taking audience questions about the Catholic faith.
Nick talks about how the results of a hacking situation have affected the studio, the support of the show hosts, and how the recent events helped him think of others suffering through more serious trials. He also covers viewer questions on various topics, including purgatory, novenas, and baseball vs. hockey!
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In this episode, Nick interviews Christine Merriman, a singer, songwriter, and creator of Christine in Action, a YouTube channel that helps kids learn the Catholic Faith through music! They also discuss Christine's faith journey, the importance of catechism for both parents and kids, and asking Siri about who established the Catholic Church!
In this “Catholic Weird Stuff” segment, Nick and Christine discuss the Incorruptibles! And no, they are unfortunately not affiliated with the Incredibles, but they're even cooler! Nick and Christine talk about these saints, whose bodies have not been corrupted. Spooky!
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In this episode Nick interviews the hip host of Pop Culture Catechism, Mike Tenney! Nick talks with Mike about how his show came about. Mike also shares his faith journey, his life as a Catholic speaker, and the episodes of PCC that have stuck out to him so far.
In this “Catholic Weird Stuff” segment, Mike and Nick discuss indulgences and purgatory. What are some common misconceptions about indulgences in the Church’s history? What is the purpose of purgatory? These burning questions and more will be addressed in this segment.
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Nick brings to the show musician, athlete, and husband, John Trabbic . The two discuss how the Church can provide for young adults, trusting the Holy Spirit to guide, and Acedia-The Noonday Devil.
In this “Catholic Weird Stuff” segment, we discuss the Seder meal. What in the world is it? How does it tie back to our Jewish roots? How cool is it that the Old Testament connects with the New!
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Nick brings to the show speaker, podcaster, creative consultant, and evangelist, Edmund Mitchell. Meet the man who helped inspire the creation of AWAKEN Catholic! The two discuss authentic faith, working in ministry, and understanding how evangelization is all about encountering the person of Christ.
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Nick interviews Annie Schlueter and fiance Collin Stroud talking podcasts, stepping into ministry, and what it’s like working with your fiance.
In this “Catholic Weird Stuff” segment we discuss what is up with the Latin Mass. Why do some Catholics like celebrating mass in a dead language? Why doesn’t the priest face the congregation? Where did this practice come from and why is it important?
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Nick De La Torre interviews rockstar musician and prominent math professor, Deacon Dan Brahier of St. Thomas More University Parish. Deacon Dan shares the moment he realized he was meant to be a deacon, how being a professor at Bowling Green State University impacts his role in the church, and vice versa, and how pastoral leadership has changed him. He discusses his work with students as they embark on their spiritual journeys and how his identity as a deacon has reshaped who he is as a man of God.
In this “Catholic Weird Stuff” segment we learn why Catholics venerate saint relics. What is up with Catholics revering body parts, pieces of clothing, and items touched by saints? Isn’t this a form of idol worship? We take a deep dive into Scripture to evaluate the origins of saint relics and the miracles associated with them.
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Nick De La Torre invites to the show Canadian Catholic speaker and musician, Chris Bray.
Together Nick and Chris discuss the difficulties of working in ministry, and the struggle to keep sight of the original purpose of focussing on Christ as the center. It’s easy to get caught up in the numbers or in the fear of taking risks. Ultimately, it all comes down to whether we are being faithful to God’s call and living lives modeled after Christ.
In this “Catholic Weird Stuff” segment Nick and Chris discuss why the leadership of the Catholic Church is important. Why do Catholics hold on to the teaching authority of the Church in the Magisterium? And how the unchangeableness of God is reflected in the unchageablness of the Church.
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In this episode Nick De La Torre invites to the show Edita Krunic, Founder, Manager, and President of Select International Tours.
Edita shares her life story as a young girl emigrating from Communist Yugoslavia to the United States and her appreciation for her strong family faith, being raised Christian Orthodox. Years later, in 1986, she went back to Yugolsavia and had an experience in the village of Medjugorje where she felt God calling her, through Mary, to completely alter her life. This began the incredible journey toward founding the first Christian Pilgrimage Tour Company to bring pilgrims to the site of Marian apparitions in Medjugore. An amazing company that now brings pilgrims to several significant Christian sites around the world.
In this “Catholic Weird Stuff” segment we learn about baptism! Why do Catholics baptize infants? What are the qualifiers for a proper baptism? What is the significance of baptism and what scripture supports it?
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In this episode Nick De La Torre talks with Catholic author, speaker, and award winning chef, Father Leo Patalinghug. As a young man Fr. Leo learned the the joy of sharing food with others and how this communion with people through breaking bread can become a holy experience. We discuss the importance of becoming bread for other people, seeing Christ in ourselves and each other, and living lives filled with the bread from heaven.
In the “Catholic Weird Stuff” segment Nick talks about Christ’s real presence in the Eucharist, the power of the ritual, and why it’s not just a symbol.
Food brings us together and has a power to open up the soul to deeper relationship with one another.
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In this episode Nick De La Torre discusses with Elena Murdock how to become a successful Catholic professional. It takes faith to fulfill your dreams, use your skills to benefit others, and make money in the process.
In this “Catholic Weird Stuff” segment Nick discusses what the Rosary is, why we use it, and how it draws us closer to God.
How do we move from getting by and simply surviving to truly thriving?
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In this episode, Nick De La Torre & Bishop Daniel E. Thomas explore the origins and history of the Office of the Bishop," as well as why it and they should matter in our lives.
In this “Catholic Weird Stuff” segment Bishop Thomas answers the question: “What are the pointy hats about?”
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Chris Finneman discusses the powerful movement within the Church called "New Breed".
Chris Finneman discusses the powerful movement within the Church called "New Breed".
In this “Catholic Weird Stuff” segment we address why some Catholics draw with chalk on their homes.
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Alina De La Torre shares her struggles and joys in converting to the Catholic Church.
In this “Catholic Weird Stuff” segment we address why Sunday Mass is obligatory for Catholics.
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Allie Darr opens up about her journey as an instagram influencer, her miscarriages, and what it looks like to trust God through the most challenging parts of life.
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Father Eric Schild and Nick De La Torre take a deep dive into discipleship. How does it look? Are you a disciple? Are you meant to have disciples? How does this whole idea fit into our 21 century lives? Find out in this episode of The AWAKEN Catholic Show!
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