Jackie and Bobby Angel are authors, speakers, musicians, and evangelists for the Catholic faith. We are launching this channel to bring you into our conversations with people we think will provide you with insightful perspectives on human & spiritual formation. Join us for the episodes ahead! Please visit our website at: https://jackieandbobby.com/ If you feel called to support us financially in this ministry endeavor, please prayerfully consider visiting our support page: https://www.patreo ...
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43. Anniversaries, Olympics, and the Eucharist
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Jackie & Bobby talk about their recent anniversaries, going through withdrawals after the Olympics, and their summer travels, particularly the first National Eucharistic Congress in 83 years. --Jackie on Hallow's series on St. John Paul II: https://hallow.com/challenges/244/ Fr. Mike Schmitz on the Olympics' Opening Ceremony: https://www.youtube.co…
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42. María Paula Aldana: Conversion to Christ & the Theology of the Body
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Jackie talks with María Paula Aldana on her upbringing in Colombia, her testimony of faith, and her global ministry teaching the Theology of the Body. María Paula Aldana is a digital content creator, international speaker, writer and expert in Theology of the Body, and in teaching comprehensive sexuality education. She was a theology student at Pon…
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41. Fr. Mark-Mary Ames: Franciscan Life & the Heart of the Father
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Bobby talks with Fr. Mark-Mary Ames about his life, his calling as a Franciscan Friar, and insights from his newest book "The Father: 30 Meditations to Draw You Into the Heart of God." Fr. Mark-Mary Ames is the Director of Communications and the Director of Priestly Studies of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal (CFR). The primary mission of the C…
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40. Julia Sadusky: Talking with Your Kids (& Teens) About Sex
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Jackie talks with Dr. Julia Sadusky about her books and clinical work, moving beyond "the talk" as a one-time event, and practical advice for parents to engage in conversations with their kids (or teens) about sex and the goodness of the body. Dr. Julia Sadusky is a licensed clinical psychologist and the owner of a private practice in Littleton, CO…
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39. Chika Anyanwu: Ministry & Moving Beyond Comfort
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Bobby talks with good friend and fellow minister Chika Anyanwu about her experience in ministry, moving beyond comfort, and going back to (grad) school. Chika Anyanwu is a Catholic evangelist, former Confirmation coordinator/youth & young adult minister, and the author of My Encounter: How I Met Jesus in Prayer. Her love of God and neighbor enthuse…
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38. Mari Pablo: Celebrating Easter & Knowing Jesus
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Jackie talks with friend Mari Pablo about her journey in ministry, why Easter needs to be celebrated for more than one day, and having a relationship with Jesus. Mari Pablo is a proud Hispanic and cradle Catholic whose life was wrecked in the best possible way when she finally decided to stop fighting and surrender it all to Him. She holds bachelor…
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37. Dr. Bryan Violette: Catholic Psychology and Connecting with Culture
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Bobby talks with Dr. Bryan Violette about his faith story, psychology and culture, and his new endeavor of hosting "the Catholic Sinner Show." While studying moral theology at Holy Apostles College and Seminary in Cromwell, CT, Dr. Violette volunteered in local impoverished areas and learned firsthand how devastating mental illness can be to family…
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36. "Trying to Be Normal" ~ Clip from the Katie McGrady Show
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Jackie and Bobby talk with their friend Katie McGrady about parenting, trying to be normal, and psychology from this clip of their longer conversation on "The Katie McGrady Show." Katie Prejean McGrady is a wife, mom, award-winning author, international speaker, podcaster & daily radio show host. For full episodes, of her show, check out: https://w…
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35. Jonathan Conrad (The Catholic Woodworker): Rosaries + Real Talk
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Bobby talks with Jonathan Conrad (The Catholic Woodworker) about how he began his ministry, the art of woodworking and witness of his parents' devotion, and how psychology helped him grow in his human formation. Jonathan Conrad began "The Catholic Woodworker" as a platform to evangelize the rosary which has grown into a business that has blessed ma…
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34. Sr. Tracey Dugas, Part 2: Practicals of Discernment
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Jackie talks with Sr. Tracey Dugas in this "Part 2" of the conversation about the practicals of discernment and trying to do the will of God, whatever one is being called to in life. ---Sr. Tracey Matthia Dugas is a Media Nun. She belongs to the Daughters of St. Paul, an international community of women religious who preach the Gospel through all f…
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33. Sr. Tracey Dugas, Part 1: Hearing God's Call
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Bobby talks with longtime friend Sr. Tracey Dugas about how she felt God calling her to be a nun and the journey of her vocation. --- Sr. Tracey Matthia Dugas is a Media Nun. She belongs to the Daughters of St. Paul, an international community of women religious who preach the Gospel through all forms of media. She is originally from Loreauville, L…
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32. Manny Gonzalez: Being Beloved & Ministering to Those with LGBT+ Experiences
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Jackie talks with friend Manny Gonzalez ( @callmemannyyy ) about his testimony, his experience of same-sex attraction and journey to Christ, and his apostolate for Catholic students who experience same-sex attraction and/or gender dysphoria at the Franciscan University of Steubenville. Check out Manny's articles and ministry links: https://whatabea…
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We talk about our ministry and travel highlights from 2023, the arrival of Baby Benny, and pulling off a surprise birthday party for Jackie. We'll be taking off for the Christmas season but are looking forward to bringing you NEW episodes and conversations in 2024! God bless you and Merry Christmas! --Thanks for listening! For more info on our talk…
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30. Taylor O'Brien: Catholic Speed-Dating + Matchmaking
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Jackie talks with Taylor O'Brien, CEO and co-founder of Candid, a new way for single Catholics to date (https://www.candiddating.net/) From her bio: "What started out as a journey to make friends with young Catholic women, quickly became a fun challenge of matching these incredible ladies with Catholic men in pursuit of the same goal: intentional r…
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29. Book Launch Party! w/ Jonathan Blevins, Katie Ruvalcaba, Sarah Swafford, & Claire Couche
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A medley episode of fun conversations around the book launch of "Gaming and the Heroic Life!"Bobby's new book "Gaming and the Heroic Life" NOW on Amazon! or from the Ave Maria Press store (Promo code: ANGEL20 for 20% off!) ALSO, if you join our Patreon at any paid tier between now and the end of November (2023), we'll mail you a personalized copy o…
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28. Q&A with Claire Couche (Finding Philothea)
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Jackie talks with friend Claire Couche on submitted questions regarding dating, infertility, marriage and parenthood, and more! Claire Couche, the Catholic content creator behind Finding Philothea, offers etiquette, literature, and lifestyle insights to inspire a life of beauty and grace. Find her on Instagram or at https://findingphilothea.com/---…
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27. Lillian Fallon: Fashion, Faith, and the "Theology of Style"
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Jackie talks with author Lillian Fallon about her journey of faith, her love of fashion, and her new book Theology of Style with Ascension Press. Lillian Fallon is a Catholic writer with a passion for helping women express their unrepeatability through personal style. She recently released Theology of Style: Expressing The Unique and Unrepeatable Y…
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26. Bobby's New Book ~ "Gaming and the Heroic Life"
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We talk about Bobby's newest book: "Gaming and the Heroic Life"! Coming out this November with Ave Maria Press, the book explores our draw to video games, what they have to do with God and beauty and purpose, and how to live virtuously online and in the real world. This is a great read for anyone who enjoys video games, as well as for parents and e…
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25. Andrew Laubacher, Part 2: Health, Death, and Technology
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Bobby talks with friend and worship leader Andrew Laubacher about health and wellness ("grace building on nature"), embracing your death, and his new work helping young people use technology well. After a radical conversation back to his Catholic faith, Andrew Laubacher went to Franciscan University and got his degree in Theology. He has worked in …
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24. Andrew Laubacher, Part 1: Healing & Life in the Holy Spirit
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On this ONE YEAR anniversary of the launch of the podcast, Jackie talks with friend and fellow worship leader Andrew Laubacher about his testimony, understanding the gifts of healing, and living an abundant life in the Holy Spirit. After a radical conversation back to his Catholic faith, Andrew Laubacher went to Franciscan University and got his de…
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23. Baby Benedict, Steubenville, and "A Hidden Life"
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We chat together about our the arrival of Baby Benedict and Jackie's Steubenville youth conference this summer (and Bobby's 20th anniversary of his first conference). We also share about the witness of Bl. Franz Jägerstätter, an Austrian farmer who the Nazi's executed for refusing to swear to take the oath to Hitler, whose life was made into the st…
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22. Matt Warner: Why Effective Communication Matters
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Bobby talks with friend Matt Warner about why effective communication matters, his work at Flocknote that helps with Church communication, and his new book "Why They Follow: Lessons in Church Communication from That One Lost Sheep." Matt Warner is the founder of Flocknote, an all-in-one software solution helping over ten thousand churches and dioce…
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21. Kim Zember & MJ Nixon, Part 2: Rainbow Revival, Re-humanizing Others, and the Freedom March
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In this second part of their conversation, Jackie talks with friends Kim Zember and MJ Nixon about grace and chastity, the work of re-humanizing others (especially those who disagree with others), and the work of the Freedom March movement. Kim's ministry page: https://overcomemin.com/Info on the Rainbow Revival & Freedom March: https://rainbowrevi…
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20. Kim Zember & MJ Nixon, Part 1: Out of the LGBT Lifestyle, Into a Life in Christ
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Jackie talks with friends Kim Zember and MJ Nixon, as they share their testimonies of leaving behind the LGBT lifestyle and encountering the heart of God the Father. Stay tuned for "Part 2"! Kim's ministry page: https://overcomemin.com/ Info on the Rainbow Revival & Freedom March: https://rainbowrevival.org/-- This episode is sponsored by CatholicV…
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19. May Updates, What We're Reading, and Lust vs. Desire
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We chat together about our ministry travels this past semester, discuss what we've been reading lately, and weigh in on the lust vs. authentic desire debate. Here are links to (almost everything) we reference in this episode: Unwanted: How Sexual Brokenness Reveals Our Way to Healing by Jay Stringer Be Healed by Bob Schucts and his podcast with Dr.…
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18. Sabrina Ferrisi & the Story of Bl. Carlo Acutis
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Sabrina Ferrisi is a wife and mother, journalist and author, who wrote a book on the life of Blessed Carlo Acutis. Jackie and Bobby chat with Sabrina about her work and the research she did on the life of Bl. Carlo, and how the story of this millennial saint-to-be is inspiring people around the world! Check out the book here: Blessed Carlo Acutis: …
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17. Bonnie Engstrom & the Miracle of Fulton Sheen
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Jackie talks with author, wife, and mother Bonnie Engstrom about her story and her book "61 Minutes to a Miracle: Fulton Sheen and a True Story of the Impossible." Bonnie shares the story of my son James’ stillbirth and how, through the intercession of Venerable Fulton Sheen and for the glory of God, he came back to life after being without a pulse…
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16. Conor Donahue, Part 2: Five Lessons from Hell Week
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In Part 2 of their conversation, Bobby talks with his friend Conor Donahue about the mental, physical, and spiritual lessons he learned from "Hell Week" and his training as a Navy Seal. Conor grew up in Northern Virginia and was commissioned as an Officer in the US Navy, completed Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) training, and became a Navy…
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15. Conor Donahue, Part 1: Navy Seal Training + Facing Our Trials
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Bobby talks with his friend Conor Donahue about the rigors of his training as a Navy Seal and embracing physical trials can help us in facing the psychological and spiritual battles we all face. Conor grew up in Northern Virginia and was commissioned as an Officer in the US Navy, completed Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) training, and beca…
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14. Lauren Scharmer: Mental Health + Helping Our Priests
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Jackie talks with her friend Lauren Scharmer about her work in counseling, addiction treatment, and ministry to priests. Lauren Scharmer practices as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Sexual Addiction Treatment Provider. She has called Saint Louis home for the last 8.5 years and loves spending time with family and friends, reading, and enjoying…
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13. Fr. Jerónimo Espinosa, Part 2: Spanglish & Outreach to Young People
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In this "Part 2" of the conversation, Fr. Jerónimo Espinosa and Bobby talk about Spanglish, youth ministry, and bridging the Spanish/English divide at parishes. Fr. Jerónimo is a Colombian priest from the city of Bogota. He is in love with Jesus Christ and His Church, and has decided to dedicate his life to serve its people. Before entering the sem…
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12. Fr. Jerónimo Espinosa, Part 1: a Journey to the Priesthood
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Fr. Jerónimo Espinosa shares his testimony and journey to the priesthood in this "Part 1" of his conversation with Jackie! Fr. Jerónimo is a Colombian priest from the city of Bogota. He is in love with Jesus Christ and His Church, and has decided to dedicate his life to serve its people. Before entering the seminary, he studied animal sciences. But…
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Jackie and Bobby share a December update and reflect on their ten-year anniversary of renewing the Consecration to Mary. What is this Consecration and why does it matter? Check out this episode to find out! -- Link to the Ascension Presents video Jackie & Bobby did on the Marian Consecration: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6kgKbNfCPx0 The thirty-t…
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10. Sister Josephine Garrett, Part 2: Mental Health, Child Development, and Social Media
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Sr. Josephine Garrett shares insight into mental health, teaching proper child sexuality and development topics, and using social media well in this "Part 2" of her conversation with Jackie & Bobby! Sr. Josephine is a licensed counselor, serving as the school counselor for the cathedral grade school in Tyler, TX, and also in private practice. Siste…
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9. Sr. Josephine Garrett, Part 1: from Baptist Banker to Catholic Nun!
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Sr. Josephine Garrett shares her testimony of converting to become a Catholic (and eventually a nun!) after being raised a Baptist and serving as the Vice President in the Home Loans division of Bank of America. Sr. Josephine also shares some insight into her work as a counselor in this "Part 1" of her conversation with Jackie & Bobby! Sr. Josephin…
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8. Sarah & Dr. Andrew Swafford, Part 2: Friendships, Drunkenness, and Ju Jitsu
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In Part 2 of this conversation, Jackie & Bobby talk with their good friends Sarah & Dr. Andrew Swafford about the importance of finding and fostering friendships, navigating the temptation to drunkenness (especially for college students), and Brazilian Ju Jitsu. Sarah & Dr. Andrew Swafford are sought-after speakers and authors, and are a dynamic Ca…
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7. Sarah & Dr. Andrew Swafford, Part 1: Testimonies & Ministry at Benedictine College
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In Part 1 of this conversation, Jackie & Bobby talk with their good friends Sarah & Dr. Andrew Swafford about how they came deeper into their faith, their work at Benedictine College, and how the school became so passionately Catholic. Sarah & Dr. Andrew Swafford are sought-after speakers and authors, and are a dynamic Catholic duo. Dr. Andrew Swaf…
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6. "Flock of Goats" and Pope John Paul II
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Jackie and Bobby talk about what they almost called this podcast as well as the influence of Pope St. John Paul II on their lives. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bobby-angel/support
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5. Dr. Greg Bottaro: Integrated Psychology & the CatholicPsych Institute
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Dr. Greg Bottaro, a Catholic psychologist, is the director of the CatholicPsych Institute and the CatholicPsych Academy. He spent four years living as a Franciscan friar, serving the poor in the tradition of St. Francis before discerning a call to pursue marriage and family life. Jackie & Bobby talk with Dr. Bottaro about integrated psychology, und…
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4. Dr. Paul Gestwicki: Video Game Design & Faith
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Dr. Paul Gestwicki is a Professor in the Computer Science Department at Ball State University. His teaching and research focus on game design and development. He’s also a devout Catholic and talks with Bobby about how virtue and faith can be harmonized in video game design. Dr. Gestwicki lives in Muncie, Indiana, with his wife and four sons. Check …
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3. Jackie Mulligan: Health, Holiness, and the Story of Reform Wellness
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Jackie Mulligan is the Chief Eucharistic Officer and foundress of Reform Wellness, a Christ-Centered Wellness Ministry. Reform merges faith and functional health to support Priests, religious, and laity worldwide to heal their whole person: body and soul. We've been blessed to work through the Reform Wellness program and we were eager to talk with …
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2. Nick Dellasega: A Miracle of Fr. Kapaun
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Nick Dellasega should have died on May 7th, 2011, at the age of twenty-six. During a 5k race, he collapsed and his heart stopped beating. A teenage cousin prayed fervently at Nick's side, asking particularly for the intercession of Fr. Emil Kapaun, the Kansas-native, Korean-war chaplain. Barely making it to a hospital in time, Nick should have been…
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We are authors, speakers, musicians, and evangelists for the Catholic faith. We are launching this channel to bring you into our conversations with people we think will provide you with insightful perspectives on forming you, whether that's spiritually or intellectually. Join us for the episodes ahead! Please visit our website at: https://jackieand…
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