For many (most?) of us, it’s alarmingly easy to be dissuaded from interjecting into a discussion with a non-Catholic relevant elements from our Faith. This can be the case for many reasons, but it’s important that we recognize both the calling that we have as Catholics to share the Gospel, and the opportunity that the […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

While it’s never going to be fun or easy, it’s absolutely critical that we have an open dialogue with those around us, and most especially our spouse. If we don’t get out in front of issues that are bothering us by sharing them with our spouse, resentment will inevitably build, leading to much bigger problems […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

What standards should we live by? How do standards impact us? Actress Bryce Dallas Howard was pressured to lose weight for ‘Jurassic World Dominion’ but wouldn’t (3:06). Gender ideology pushes people to tell a lie. PA teacher reinstated after refusing to use preferred pronouns – hundreds of parents support him (21:21). How to bring up […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Frequently nowadays, our culture looks to disparage the idea of family — in nearly every way imaginable. This has led to knock-on effects that have corroded nearly every facet of our society and created innumerable hazards for those growing up in this environment. However, we can’t forget that hope is not — and never will […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Marriage Hour:  Celebrity & royal matchmaker Cristina Pineda joins Trending with Timmerie discussing: marital crisis and possible divorce of Tom Brady and Giselle (3:08).  She gives expert relationship advice on how to know whether someone is marriage material or just someone you’re attracted to in light of Khloé Kardashian MRI showing brain trauma from cheating […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

The danger of temptation is really quite difficult to fully realize — according to an exorcist. While not as “spectacular” as possession, the nature of temptation is that of a worm on a hook. To a fish, the worm may be delicious, but little do they realize the ugly reality behind its presence. For us, […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

While NFP has been known well by Catholics around the world since the time of Humanae Vitae, the time and occasion of its use has been the subject of controversy since day one. As its use is subject to a relatively broad test of ‘grave reason’, it’s no wonder that confusion abounds. We cover the […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Drew Mariani joins guest host Brooke Taylor on Trending with Timmerie to discuss the Chaplet of Divine Mercy on the feast of St. Faustina Kowalska. Dr. Joshua Hochschield joins Trending to discuss the dangers of social media and how it impacts us.   https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/a-mind-at-peace Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSSPodcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Erica Komisar, psychoanalyst and author of “Being There: Why Prioritizing Motherhood in the First Three Years Matters”, joins Trending with Timmerie to discuss: What social science says about why moms matter most to their children.  (2:00) and  Why being physically and emotionally present to your child is important and how to do it. (16:27)  How […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Although many of us are already familiar with the concept of the ‘seven deadly sins’ because of their mention in popular culture, it’s critical that we as Catholics fully understand and can articulate the seven Capital Virtues, which provide a clear model of qualities to exemplify in our daily lives. We cover all of these, […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

Theology professor, Dr. Deborah Savage joins guest host Brooke Taylor to discuss the unique qualities and roles of both men and woman as created by God. They discuss the attack on man and the masculine genius. Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSSPodcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more

In dating, while dates themselves can feel overwhelming for many of us, what comes after the date is oftentimes a greater mental challenge, and can foster unnecessary anxiety and stress. Matchmaker Cristina Pineda joins us as we cover basic principles of communication before and after a date, and special ground rules for how to approach […]Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: ... Read more