Best Michael John Cusick Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 322 - Julianne & Michael John Cusick, "Exploring Neurodiversity in Marriage" 27:57

13m ago27:57

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In today's enlightening episode of "Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick," we delve into the intricate world of neurodiverse marriages. Join Michael and Julianne Cusick as they explore the challenges and dynamics couples face when one or both partners are on the autism spectrum. With Michael openly sharing his diagnosis of high-functioning A…

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15 | I Don't Think Those Tears Are Just Mine (with Gordon Bals) 50:46

5h ago50:46

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"Send us a message! (questions, feedback, etc.)" Gordon Bals has a bit of a reputation around Birmingham Alabama. Many people have referred to him as "that counselor who cries with you." I can't think of too many higher compliments a person could receive. Gordon founded Daymark Pastoral Counseling in Birmingham AL, and is on faculty at Beeson Divin…

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Localism (with Dale Ahlquist) 54:25

2h ago54:25

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Dale Ahlquist is the founder the of the Society of G. K. Chesterton and Chesterton Schools, of which there are currently 70 and number is rising. He is also the editor of the book we are talking about today, Localism: Coming Home to Catholic Social Teaching, from Sophia Press, which explores the economic and social questions of how we should organi…

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14 | You Just Might Find You Get What You Need (Bonus Recap Episode) 30:08

2d ago30:08

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"Send us a message! (questions, feedback, etc.)" Whether you're just discovering the podcast now, or have been listening since the very beginning, this episode is for you! We're giving you a bonus that recaps the first 13 episodes we've released so far. Covering experiences like recovery, honesty, friendship, self-awareness, trust, affirmation, for…

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Episode 321 - Julianne & Michael John Cusick, "Embracing the Unchangeable in the Messiness of Life" 24:28

6h ago24:28

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Welcome to another episode of Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick. Today, we have a special treat as the tables are turned, and Julianne takes the helm to interview Michael. Join us as they delve deep into the reality of life's messiness, exploring themes of frustration, overwhelm, and the importance of self-awareness and compassion. Michae…

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13 | Special But Not Unique (with Nate Larkin) 55:37

1d ago55:37

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"Send us a message! (questions, feedback, etc.)" When people tell stories of early recovery, and talk about special individuals whose help and presence was indispensable, there may be no name that comes up more often than Nate Larkin. Literally thousands of men can say they've sat across from Nate in a coffee shop, hearing his story of sexual broke…

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A Hidden Life (with Brian Zahnd) 1:11:35

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What would you do in the place of Austrian farmer Franz Jägerstätter in 1943? Mumble your loyalty oath to Hitler like everyone else—or refuse and pay with your life? This martyr is a blessed in the Catholic Church and on the way to being canonized. He is also the subject of a transcendentally beautiful movie A Hidden life by Terrence Mallick in 201…

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Episode 320 - Rev. Dr. Dennis Edwards, "Finding Hope Through Brokenness" 27:49

25d ago27:49

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Welcome back to another episode of Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick. Today, we bring you a special encore presentation featuring a conversation between our host, Michael John Cusick, and the esteemed Rev. Dr. Dennis Edwards. Known for his deep theological insights and compassionate pastoral work, Dr. Edwards dives into the concept of res…

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12 | Change is Seldom Spectacular (with Sharon Hersh) 57:09

16d ago57:09

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"Send us a message! (questions, feedback, etc.)" We're really excited to welcome a guest who has been really helpful and influential in our lives, even though we'd never met before the podcast interview. Sharon Hersh is a therapist and author, whose book The Last Addiction: Why Self-Help is Not Enough was one of the first ones Stacey read when our …

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Episode 319 - Marta Hobbs, "Journey to Freedom, Healing, and Coming Home" 52:31

24d ago52:31

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Welcome to Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick. In today's episode, we welcome Marta Hobbs, the author of Unraveling: A Woman's Search for Freedom and the Journey of Coming Home. Marta will share her inspiring story of healing, self-discovery, and reclaiming her inner beauty. She will also discuss her experiences as a survivor and refugee, …

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Let My People Go (with Matt Osborne) 1:16:45

12d ago1:16:45

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LISTENER DISCRETION IS ADVISED: The topic of today’s episode is human trafficking and crimes against children, usually sexual crimes, and sometimes ritual abuse and organ harvesting. Matt Osborne has worked with OUR Rescue (originally Operation Underground Railroad) for ten years; he left his CIA career to join this NGO and is now one of the longes…

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Episode 318 - Dr. Janelle Hallman, "Mindfulness and the Presence of God, Part 2" 30:47

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If you need to listen to the first half of the conversation, click here -> Episode 317 - Dr. Janelle Hallman, "Mindfulness and the Presence of God, Part 1" Welcome to another episode of "Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick." In today's podcast, Michael continues his conversation with Dr. Janelle Hallman, diving deep into the practice of min…

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11 | The Light is Brighter Than it Seems (with Michael John Cusick) 49:38

1M ago49:38

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"Send us a message! (questions, feedback, etc.)" For men and women seeking recovery from unwanted sexual behavior, few people have been as influential or helpful as Michael John Cusick. Greg, Stacey, and Bobby all share some of our experiences with how Michael's book and podcast have been invaluable in our own path forward. Greg first met Michael i…

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Episode 317 - Dr. Janelle Hallman, "Mindfulness and the Presence of God, Part 1" 31:07

2M ago31:07

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Welcome to another episode of "Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick." Today, we welcome Dr. Janelle Hallman back to the podcast. Janelle serves on the team at Restoring the Soul and is a Licensed Professional Counselor, ordained minister, professor, author, and speaker on issues such as redemption, healing, and wholeness. She has a profound …

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What Would Jesus Say about Diversity and Inclusion? (with Pete Imperial) 55:17

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Pete Imperial has been principal of St. Mary’s Catholic High School in Berkeley, California, a Lasallian Catholic School of 160 years and going strong. Yet only 45% of the students are Catholics (though a similar number are Protestant Christians) and some of the kids have had no religious experience at all. How does a good Catholic school infuse th…

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Episode 316 - Dr. Christy Bauman, "Insights on Intuition, Legacy, and Healing" 58:45

2M ago58:45

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Welcome to another episode of "Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick." Today, we dive into the profound and transformative realms of intuition, legacy, and rites of passage with our guest, Dr. Christy Bauman, a therapist, scholar, and author of the newly released "Her Rites: A Sacred Journey for the Mind, Body, and Soul." Join us as Christy e…

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10 | Calling Out the Treasure (with Drew Boa) 48:37

2M ago48:37

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"Send us a message! (questions, feedback, etc.)" Anyone who has interacted with Drew Boa knows he's a very special man. Drew loves people, and he has a gift for helping people realize how valuable they are. Some people's encouragement involves empty platitudes. Others give back-door advice disguised as encouragement. People who get to know Drew kno…

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Episode 315 - Sean Seay, "Wholehearted Leadership" 41:41

2M ago41:41

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Welcome to another episode of "Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick." In today's episode, we welcome back our good friend Sean Seay. Together, he and Michael explore the profound impact of investing in the well-being of church leaders and staff, highlighting innovative practices such as sabbaticals for personal and professional growth. We'll…

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Verso l’Alto (with Christine Wohar) 1:14:19

2M ago1:14:19

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Christine Wohar talks about Finding Frassati: And Following His Path to Holiness (EWTN, 2021), her book about Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati. The book is a biography, hagiography, and delightful conversation about the participation of the Communion of Saints in our lives and how can join hands with them in our daily lives. Like many of us, Bl. Pier …

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09 | Two Different Versions of Me (Bonus Story Episode) 43:01

2M ago43:01

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"Send us a message! (questions, feedback, etc.)" I'm really grateful to be able to share this conversation I had recently with my friend Darren. He is an alumnus of the Roots Retreat, and for the past several years has been actively growing in freedom and recovery from sexual addiction. Darren shares very openly and vulnerably about some of the str…

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Episode 314 - Sacred Attachment: Escaping Spiritual Exhaustion and Trusting in Divine Love 51:31

2M ago51:31

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Welcome to another inspiring episode of "Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick." In today's conversation, Michael is joined by Brian Boecker, as they delve deep into the themes of love, faith, and spirituality. Together, they explore the idea of embracing playfulness and love over living in fear and the role of mysticism in experiencing divin…

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08 | God's Not Mad at You (with Steve Brown) 41:40

2M ago41:40

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"Send us a message! (questions, feedback, etc.)" Greg & Bobby have a conversation with one of their spiritual heroes. Steve Brown has been a pastor, a seminary professor, an author, and a radio host, among other things. Other than his rich, deep, booming voice, probably the best known thing about Steve is his steadfast commitment to preaching about…

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Episode 313 - Jim Smith, "The Journey of Surrender and Transformation, Part 2" 33:55

2M ago33:55

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Welcome to "Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick." In this episode, we continue our inspiring conversation with Jim Smith, diving into the transformative power of faith. Jim expresses his deep gratitude for the journey he's shared with his Christ-like collaborator, Matt, and extends heartfelt thanks to our listeners. Together, Michael and Ji…

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Wise as Serpents, Gentle as Doves (with Dorcas Oyelade and Kailea Barte) 46:56

2M ago46:56

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Dorcas Oyelade and Kailea Barté, two young women, still teenagers, organized a Christian club in a public at John Swett High School in Crockett, Northern California, where I am a teacher. The students worked with a Protestant NGO, Decision Point, which supported them even as they insisted on their First Amendment rights when there was opposition. T…

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Episode 312 - Jim Smith, "The Journey of Surrender and Transformation, Part 1" 39:11

3M ago39:11

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Welcome to another episode of "Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick." In today's conversation, Michael and Jim Smith dive deep into the complex and ongoing journey of surrender and spiritual growth. Michael opens up about his own experience with the painful yet rewarding process of counseling, emphasizing that surrender is not a one-time eve…

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07 | Trust the Process (with Jill Gullahorn) 54:41

3M ago54:41

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"Send us a message! (questions, feedback, etc.)" Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Stacey and Greg sat down with Jill Gullahorn at her dining room table to talk about life, pain, support, walking with others, and doing our own work. Jill knows a lot about all of these. She's a wife, mother of three, and therapist who has discovered th…

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Episode 311 - Sam Jolman, "The Sex Talk You Never Got, Part 2" 27:40

3M ago27:40

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Welcome back to "Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick." In today's episode, Michael dives deep into a conversation with Sam Jolman, author of "The Sex Talk You Never Got: Reclaiming the Heart of Masculine Sexuality." Sam’s groundbreaking book, set to release on June 11, explores the often misunderstood landscape of male sexuality, emphasizin…

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Late Have I Loved You (with John Michael Talbot) 1:04:56

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John Michael Talbot is a tremendously successful musician and writer; he is also the founder of a monastery—the Brothers and Sisters of Charity at Little Portion Hermitage in Arkansas—where he is Minister General today. He started as a Methodist and a country rock musician in the seventies and the story of his journey is amazing, from the encounter…

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06 | Recovery Intensives (Bonus Episode w/ Adam Calvert, James Horne, and Jason McNaughton) 46:53

3M ago46:53

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"Send us a message! (questions, feedback, etc.)" Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. What is a recovery intensive? How is it different from weekly therapy or extended inpatient treatment? How could it help my recovery process? All of these are extremely good and important questions, and in this BONUS episode of What We Really Want, Greg…

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Episode 310 - Sam Jolman, "The Sex Talk You Never Got, Part 1" 27:50

3M ago27:50

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Welcome to another episode of Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick. Today, our special guest is Sam Jolman, author of the forthcoming book, "The Sex Talk You Never Got: Reclaiming the Heart of Masculine Sexuality." In this episode, Michael and Sam explore the genesis of Jolman's book and the pivotal discussions that underpin men's sexual hea…

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05 | Honesty is the Oxygen (with Isaac Adams) 53:06

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"Send us a message! (questions, feedback, etc.)" Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. This episode is a real treat for Greg & Stacey, because our guest is also our pastor. Isaac Adams is the Lead Pastor at Iron City Church in Birmingham AL; additionally he is an author and founder of a non-profit organization called "United? We Pray," wh…

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Jerome’s Tears (with David Bonagura Jr.): Death and Mourning in Christian Late Antiquity 45:46

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Professor David Bonagura, theologian and Latinist, has translated and edited seven of St. Jerome’s letters dealing with death and mourning. This doctor of the church consoles his friends in first centuries of Christendom, describing death as sleep, and dying as our journey back home to God. And though the Mediterranean is big and fourth-century tra…

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Episode 309 - Dr. Alison Cook, "Navigating Emotions and Faith" 34:12

4M ago34:12

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Welcome to "Restoring the Soul with Michael John Cusick." In today's episode, Michael is joined by Dr. Alison Cook, author of the newly released book, "I Shouldn't Feel This Way." Together, they delve into the complexities of emotions and how we can navigate challenging situations through daily practices. Dr. Cook's book is part of a trilogy that i…

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Episode 308 - "Barriers to Overcoming Betrayal Trauma" 26:12

4M ago26:12

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Welcome to another edition of Restoring the Soul. On today's podcast, we tackled the critical topic of betrayal trauma with my bride Julianne. We explored why many women feel stuck in their healing process, diving into relational barriers like ongoing betrayal, gaslighting, and the impact of unresolved past trauma. We discussed the importance of em…

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04 | Feelings: The Language of Connection & Attachment (with Phil Herndon) 51:50

4M ago51:50

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"Send us a message! (questions, feedback, etc.)" Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Feelings would be great if they didn't make us feel so many things. Sometimes it seems like they are a nuisance, other times like they're just too much to bear. But what if we changed our relationship with our feelings and started to believe they were t…

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