Verily Joy: Recent Episodes
Lola Martin
Let's empower one another to seek authentic joy and pursue our passions! Tune in every other Wednesday for honest conversations about faith, wellness, beauty, careers, and everything in between. Follow the Podcast on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/verilyjoypodcast/ Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
The Feminine Genius is a teaching edified by St. Edith Stein and St. John Paul II, and it's at the core every woman, including you! This week's guest is very passionate about this "genius" and about encouraging other women to discover it for themselves, too. Emily Harpole is a graduate of Benedictine College where she studied Theology, Evangelization/Catechesis and Political Science. She spent her first year post-grad as a missionary with The Culture Project, where she spoke to middle and high school students about the dignity of human life and the richness that comes from living a life of sexual integrity. Emily loves ministry, especially in the realm of Theology of the Body and fostering healthy relationships. She currently works as the scheduling coordinator for Sarah Swafford and Emotional Virtue Ministries. Follow Emily on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/emily.marie.glorify/. Follow the podcast on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/verilyjoypodcast/. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
Ever wonder how to build a cohesive or sustainable wardrobe? What about easy ways to discover your personal style? For this episode, join me in welcoming Lara Finan as we talk all things fashion. Lara attends Florida State University, where she gained an undergraduate degree in Retail Entrepreneurship and is pursuing a master's degree in Textiles and Apparel Entrepreneurship. Lara is a long-time friend of Lola's (going on almost three years) and is passionate about sharing minimal and sustainable fashion tips with those around her. Follow Lara's Closet on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/laraas.closet/. Follow the podcast on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/verilyjoypodcast/. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
Welcome to Season 2 of Verily Joy! I'm so excited that you're here. For this episode, we welcome back a familiar voice, Hannah Golonka. Hannah is the artist behind the Verily Joy podcast cover art and she was the podcast's very first guest. Join us for a super raw conversation about the new year and ways to hopefully refresh your mindset. Life is not a race and you are most certainly not competing with anyone. So, why wish for life to speed up? Give the new year to the Lord and watch Him perform beautiful miracles in your life. Follow Hannah's art business on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/righthanddesignhg/. Follow the podcast on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/verilyjoypodcast/. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
As women, at one point or another, we've longed to know what a man has to say when it comes to the realm of dating and relationships... Now the wait is over!! To help answer all of your questions, please give a warm welcome to Anthony Simon! For this last episode of Season 1, we will discuss questions pertaining to singlehood, dating, impurity, chastity, and everything in between. Anthony is a Catholic speaker, author, relationships coach, and former Division I athlete. He is passionate about encouraging others to find hope and healing in their lives, and his mission is to coach men and women to sainthood. Check out Anthony's website here: https://coachanthonysimon.com/. Follow Anthony on Instagram here: https://instagram.com/coachanthonysimon/. Follow the podcast on Instagram here: https://instagram.com/verilyjoypodcast/. Music: www.purple-planet.com
As women, we want to be the best versions of ourselves. This includes investing in the things we put in and on our bodies, like our skincare and makeup! Within this, however, we must prioritize our health because our health is our greatest asset. This week, Melissa Gunkle is joining me to talk all-things clean beauty. Melissa is a consultant with Beautycounter (one of the leading clean beauty brands), a photographer, a dedicated Taylor Swift fan, and a Florida girl at heart. For this episode, we have an honest discussion about the truth about the beauty industry, why it’s important to invest in clean beauty, and the many ways you can slowly make the switch. Follow Melissa on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/melissagunkle/. Shop Melissa’s Beautycounter link here: https://www.beautycounter.com/melissagunkle. Follow the podcast here: https://www.instagram.com/verilyjoypodcast/. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
As time progresses, mental health continues to be such a prevalent topic. For this episode, I’ve invited Grace McGohan to shed some much needed light on this matter. Through her self-established platform, “Letcha Light Shine,” Grace is a personal development & business coach, camp owner, writer, and mental health advocate. She is dedicated to helping women follow their God-given calling and build their dream business. Join us as we give you the lowdown on our own mental health journeys, as well as offer some guidance and encouragement as you navigate through your own. Find out more about Letcha Light Shine here: https://letchalightshine.org/. Follow Grace on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/letchalightshine/. Follow the podcast here: https://www.instagram.com/verilyjoypodcast/. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
Finding out what you’re called to do in this world can seem like a very tricky task. Whether you realize it or not, every woman has an irreplaceablerole only they can fulfill with their unique God-given gifts. This week, I’ve invited Abby Huetteman to share a little bit more on this topic. Abby is a recent graduate of Florida State University and is currently attending their prestigious, 4-year medical school. Abby dreams of becoming a doctor and is passionate about encouraging women to authentically show up and glorify God where they’re sent! Follow the podcast here: https://www.instagram.com/verilyjoypodcast/. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
Welcome to the first ever FASHION-related episode on the podcast! This week, I’m joined by Gaby Cuevas, a recent college grad and owner of the “Save Your 2 Cents” faith and fashion blog. Gaby is dedicated to helping others find high-end brands at affordable prices, but also isn’t afraid to be creative with her style! Tune in for this week’s episode for tips to finding your personal style, while saving a little bit of extra money on the side. Gaby is engaged to her high school sweetheart and is proud to call West Palm Beach, Florida her home. Read Gaby’s blog here: https://saveyour2cents.com/. Follow Gaby on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/saveyour2cents_/. Follow the podcast here: https://www.instagram.com/verilyjoypodcast/. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
Did you know that it’s possible to glorify God in what you do, even if it’s not exactly classified in the “religious” category? Yes, you can glorify God in any task (big & small), as long as you are FULLY ALIVE in what you set out to do! In this episode, we’ll dive into faith, career advice, goal-setting, creativity, and more. To speak more on these topics, I’ve invited Caroline Lunne, the owner of Resurrected Collective, a brand that empowers women to live their life on the rise by embracing their authentic self in every aspect of living. Not only is Caroline passionate about marketing and creativity, but she loves fashion, chocolate chip cookies, and a nice cup of coffee to fuel her mornings. Find out more about Resurrected Collective here: https://www.resurrectedcollective.com/. Follow Caroline on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/carolinelunne/. Follow the podcast here: https://www.instagram.com/verilyjoypodcast/. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com
I’m sure that if you’re reading this, you have at least one goal you want to achieve in life. Whether that’s a big or small ambition you’re running towards, it’s very possible that fear arises during the process. This fear is real and it’s relatable, but we should NOT let it keep us from our dreams. Instead, we should acknowledge it and conquer it! For this episode, I’ve invited Hannah Golonka, the owner of a small design business called Right Hand Design (fun fact: she’s the artist behind the Verily Joy Podcast cover art)! Together, we dig deep into the process of our dreams becoming a reality, while learning how to conquer the unwanted arrivals of fear and doubt. Follow Hannah’s business here: https://www.instagram.com/righthanddesignhg/. Follow Hannah’s personal Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/hg_ur/. Follow the podcast here: https://www.instagram.com/verilyjoypodcast/. Music: https://www.purple-planet.com