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A project of Ave Maria Press, Ave Explores helps you discover and learn about aspects of the Catholic faith from a variety of different angles, looking at topics relevant to the spiritual life in a fresh, engaging, and practical way.
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Week Seven: On Pilgrimage in the U.S. with Tim O'Malley and Chenele Shaw
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Catholicism is incarnational and tactile. We exist in reality, and so does our faith. Remembering that is essential to growing in our Catholicism, and Timothy P. O’Malley explains how “matter matters” in the places and spaces we worship. This summer, Catholics in the United States will have the chance to experience that incarnational reality on the…
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Week Six: Forming Young Minds and Serving Those in Need with Fr. Tim Anastos and Kerry Robinson
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The Church in the U.S. has made a lasting impact on education and social services. From universities and lay apostolates that educate and form young adults to networks of Catholic Charities offices that provide essential help to those in need, Catholicism in the U.S. is not naval-gazing or self-centered. The Church in the U.S. seeks to serve. Fr. T…
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Tanner grew his own YouTube channel to over 100K subscribers in just under a year! In this video, he explains how the YouTube algorithm works, what you need to do have YouTube recommend your videos, and ways to grow your own channel. SHOW NOTES: https://foxsocialmedia.com/podcastsBy Tanner J. Fox
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Week Five: Catholicism on the California Coast and in the Colorado Mountains with Stephen J. Binz and JoAnn Seaman
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St. Junipero Serra evangelized California and St. Frances Xavier Cabrini evangelized Colorado. Their influence extends up and down the West Coast and throughout the Rocky Mountains, leaving a lasting legacy that continues to inspire today. In this episode, Stephen J. Binz, a pilgrimage leader to the California Missions, and JoAnn Seaman, director o…
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What To Do If Your Small Business Marketing Isn't Working!
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In this episode, Jill explains what to do if your small business marketing isn't working. She explains the best strategy to use and gives you tips on how to help your business gain more customers, make more sales and increase its revenue. 🎉 NEED MORE Small Business Marketing Training? We have TONS of resources for you! Check out: https://www.simple…
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Week Four: Southern Suffering and Sanctity with Fr. Korey LaVergne and Sr. Mary Michael Fox, OP
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From the inspiring faith of little Charlene Richard, a twelve-year-old girl who died of Leukemia and is now on the path to canonization, to the enduring resilience of the Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia during the Civil War and the culture wars of today, Catholicism in the South is far from just a cultural norm—it embodies a story of suffering and…
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Week Three: The Holiness of Bl. Michael McGivney and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton with Brian Caulfield and Amy J. Cattapan
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The stories of saints in the United States are diverse and dynamic. The first American born female saint, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton and the founder and first chaplain of the Knights of Columbus, Bl. Michael McGivney, show us how holiness is found in a unique way. Brian Caulfield and Amy J. Cattapan share the stories of these two holy American heroes …
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Week Two: Our Lady in the Midwest with Fr. Edward Looney and Fr. Nate Wills, CSC
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Whether it’s the Lady who appeared in a forest to young Adele Brise or the Lady atop a golden dome visible for miles from a college campus in northern Indiana, the Blessed Virgin Mary is revered, cherished, and celebrated in the American Midwest. Fr. Edward Looney, author and priest in the Diocese of Green Bay, and Fr. Nate Wills, CSC, chaplain to …
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How The Instagram Algorithm Works In 2024 & How To Get On The Explore Page
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In this episode, Tanner goes into detail explaining how Instagram posts are chosen for the explore page. Make sure you stay until the end of the episode so you don't miss his three additional tips, that are not mentioned by Instagram. SHOW NOTES: https://foxsocialmedia.com/show-notes Get Our Small Business Instagram Guide, Unlocking Instagram - The…
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Week One: The Places and People of the U.S. Catholic Church with Kevin Schmiesing and Meg Hunter-Kilmer
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What places hold significance, and who are the key figures in the narrative of Catholicism in the United States of America? From both a historical and modern perspective, the story of the Church in the US is expansive, diverse, and compelling. Authors Kevin Schmiesing and Meg Hunter-Kilmer share their insights and expertise on the noteworthy locati…
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Teaser NEW Series: Catholic Hope in the US with Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan
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Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan, the 10th Archbishop of the Archdiocese of New York, shares his favorite Catholic churches and places in the United States of America. He offers insight into the current challenges facing Catholics, from a perspective of the historical Catholic Church, and reasons for his abundant hope in the Church in America today. We wo…
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Instagram Marketing Tips That Will Help Grow Your Small Business
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In this episode, Tanner goes over the best and most recent Instagram marketing strategies for small businesses, covering topics like; profiles, posts, Instagram Reels, and much more! SHOW NOTES: https://foxsocialmedia.com/show-notesBy Tanner J. Fox
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Lent Makes Us Fully Alive with Fr. Tim Anastos
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Fr. Tim Anastos, author and assistant chaplain at the St. John Paul II Newman Center at the University of Illinois, highlights how Lent offers us an opportunity to become fully alive in Christ Jesus. Through our weeks of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving, we have experienced the love of the Lord in distinct and profound ways. Now, as Holy Week unfold…
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The Eucharist Can Revive Our Lent with Tanner Kalina
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In this sacred season, our ultimate aim is to draw nearer to Christ. And what better way to achieve this closeness than by physically spending time with him in the presence of the Eucharist? Join Tanner Kalina, a passionate Eucharistic missionary for the National Eucharistic Revival, as he demonstrates how Lent is the perfect time to seek the Lord'…
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Lent Reveals Our Weakness with Sr. Orianne Pietra René, FSP
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The further we get into Lent, the more likely it is that we have run into some—or many—missteps and pitfalls. While this can feel discouraging, Sr. Orianne Pietra René, FSP, a passionate social media evangelist, helps us understand how when Lent is “hard” and we feel weak, that is precisely when the Lord shows up to do great things within us. Our p…
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Let the Lord Purify You in Lent with Manny Gonzalez
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Join Emmanuel “Manny” Gonzalez, a graduate student at Franciscan University of Steubenville, as he shows how, despite our best intentions, we can inadvertently introduce a false sense of control into our lives through Lenten spiritual practices or even in our general spiritual journey. Without realizing it, we can squeeze the Lord out of our lives …
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Keeping Lent Simple with Claire and Mike Couche of Finding Philothea
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Do you ever have BIG plans for Lent, only to feel overwhelmed as the weeks go on? Claire and Mike Couche, founders of Finding Philothea, share how embracing simplicity—through carving out time for prayer, focusing on small acts of fasting, and learning generosity through acts of service—can wield greater impact than grand gestures of repentance and…
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Lent isn't Just for Easter with Mark Hart
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What’s the purpose of Lent? It’s a simple question, and one Mark Hart answers in a very honest and straightforward way: Lent prepares us for heaven. If we view Lent merely as a spiritual bootcamp to get ready for Easter, we will miss out on all the season has to offer. However, by approaching Lent with a broader perspective, we'll realize that thes…
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The Wilderness of Lent with Fr. Agustino Torres, CFR
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When Ash Wednesday rolls around, many of us are ready—even excited—to start our Lenten resolution. However, as the weeks go by, our resolve can wane. What do we do when our Lenten practices become challenging to maintain? Fr. Agustino Torres, CFR, the author of Made for Heaven, offers us a way to enter this season as he explains why he felt called …
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Evaluating Relationships for Lent with Sr. Josephine Garrett, CSFN
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As we approach Ash Wednesday, the question on every faithful Christian's mind is, "What should I do to make this Lent an intentional time to grow closer to God?" In this episode, Sr. Josephine Garrett, CSFN, offers a new focus to this sacred season by encouraging us to examine the very fabric of our relationships—with ourselves, with others, and mo…
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Week Four of Prepare Your Heart: Holding Jesus like Mary in Advent with Sr. Zelie Maria Louis, SV
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Mary opened her arms to the child Jesus, and we are called to do the same. Sr. Zelie Maria Louis, a Sister of Life serving pregnant women in Manhattan, reflects on how we can look to Mary as a perfect example of holiness and love of the Lord in the final days of Advent. We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with yo…
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What Kinds of Videos Should I Make To Market My Small Business?
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In this video, Jill talks about the best way to uses videos to market your small business, from the type of equipment you need, to the MANY topics you can talk about, to where to post your videos to get the maximum exposure. SHOW NOTES: https://foxsocialmedia.com/show-notesBy Jill W. Fox
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Week Three of Prepare Your Heart: Building a Home like Joseph with Bobby and Jackie Angel
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Jackie and Bobby Angel, authors, speakers, and podcasters, share how the spirit of hospitality and a charism of welcome are essential in order to enter into Advent. When we open our homes to others, and when we work to build a home of love, we are embracing the spirit of St. Joseph. We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and …
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Week Two of Prepare Your Heart: Holy Witnesses in Advent with Meg Hunter-Kilmer
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Meg Hunter-Kilmer offers insights into how the stories of the saints can help us more purposefully enter into Advent, preparing our hearts with the witness of faithful men and women who have spent their lives preparing to meet Jesus. We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends! Editing provided by Forte…
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Everything You Need To Know To Successfully Market Your Small Business On LinkedIn
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LinkedIn is the BEST social media platform for businesses that sell to other businesses (B2B.) Make sure you're making the most of it! Use this video checklist to ensure you've optimized your LinkedIn profile and your company page, and that you haven't missed any of these hidden features! Use these simple LinkedIn tips to grow your business! SHOW N…
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Week One of Prepare Your Heart: Preparing for Nazareth Fr. Agustino Torres, CFR
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Fr. Agustino Torres, CFR, author of Prepare Your Heart, explains how the season of Advent is a chance to enter into the heart of Nazareth, a place of respite, rest, and formation. At the beginning of the liturgical year, it’s so easy to become consumed with the busyness of the season, the work that must be done for Christmas, and we can forget how …
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Is It Worth It To Buy Followers On Social Media?
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Are you constantly receiving direct messages and emails with the sender claiming they can sell you a large number of followers? Have you ever wondered what the outcome would be if you did buy followers? In this video, Tanner tells exactly what can happen! https://foxsocialmedia.com/show-notesBy Tanner J. Fox
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Simplifying Liturgical Living with Elissa Tiprigan of Catholic Family Crate
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When Elissa Tiprigan began searching for convenient and ready-to-use resources for liturgical living, she faced a challenge—there was a noticeable absence of such materials. However, undeterred by this, she viewed this gap as an opportunity to fulfill an important mission. In response to this, Elissa established Catholic Family Crate, a heartfelt i…
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Creating a Holy Home with Scott and Elisabeth Williams of Catholic Concepts
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It all started as an idea to create silly socks for a saint’s feast day. From there, Scott and Elisabeth Williams turned their desire to share creative ways to celebrate something meaningful in the Church into their company, Catholic Concepts. Listen to the story about how this couple went from fun socks to creating other beautiful products to help…
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How I Started My Six Figure Business From Scratch & What You Need To Know To Do The Same
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In this episode, Jill talks about how she started her business, Fox Social Media, from scratch and grew it into a six figure business. She also explains the ten most important things you need to know to start your own successful business. SHOW NOTES: https://foxsocialmedia.com/show-notesBy Jill W. Fox
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Embracing the Ebb and Flow of Advent and Lent with Fr. John Burns
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Advent and Lent, revered penitential seasons, stand as gateways to prepare us for days of rejoicing and victory. These seasons are so iconic that even secular society joins in with traditions including Advent calendars for everything under the sun and seasonal fish sandwiches at your favorite drive-thru. Fr. John Burns explains how the natural ebb …
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Living the Seasons of the Moment with Erica Tighe Campbell of Be a Heart
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Erica Tighe Campbell established Be A Heart as a contemporary lifestyle brand designed for Catholics seeking elegant ways to practice their faith and commemorate the various seasons of the Church calendar. While crafting her product line and writing her latest book, Living the Seasons, she has uncovered the profound significance of embracing both t…
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Boosted Posts vs Facebook Ads | Whats The Difference & What's Better?
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Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a boosted post and a Facebook ad? Do you have trouble figuring out which one to use, which is better for your business, and which one will give you better results? Watch this video to get answers to those questions. SHOW NOTES: www.FoxSocialMedia.com/show-notes…
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Liturgical Living is for All Steffani Aquila
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Liturgical living isn’t confined to family craft projects or activities for CCD classes. For Steffani Aquila, founder of His Girl Sunday and director of Liturgical Living for the Co-Cathedral in the Diocese of Galveston-Houston, liturgical living is an invitation for all faithful men and women to engage meaningfully with the rhythms of the year. Jo…
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How to Live the Liturgical Year with Kendra Tierney
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Kendra Tierney wanted to teach her children about the depth and beauty of Catholicism and give them a lived discipleship that wasn’t stuffy or boring. In her quest to pass on a vibrant faith, she discovered the rhythms of the Church year—encompassing saints' feast days and the tapestry of liturgical seasons—as a foundation to illuminate, educate, a…
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Living Life Intentionally with Steven Lawson of Monk Manual
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How do we live intentionally, striving not solely for productivity but also for purposeful flourishing? Steven Lawson, creator and founder of Monk Manual, explores how when we rush through life, we can miss moments that matter most. Steven’s conversation with Katie also offers insights on how to notice God at work in our daily lives and shows how t…
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How To Use Video To Market Your Small Business
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Have you ever wondered how to use video marketing for your small business? Do you wonder what you should talk about, what elements your videos need to contain, and how best to relate to your audience? In this video, Tanner J. Fox, co-owner of Fox Social Media, answers those questions. SHOW NOTES: www.FoxSocialMedia/show-notes…
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Revealing The Analytics of A 36 Million View Video on TikTok
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Have you ever wondered what the analytics look like for wildly successful TikTok videos. Here's your chance to see! Make sure you stay till the end of the video to hear what factors went into making these videos successful! SHOE NOTES: https://foxsocialmedia.com/show-notesBy Tanner J. Fox
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The Complete Guide To Influencer Marketing For Small Business
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In this video, Tanner J. Fox, co-owner of Fox Social Media, explains what Influencer Marketing is, how it can help your small business, and best practices for an using Influencer Marketing Program in your business. SHOW NOTES: https://foxsocialmedia.com/show-notesBy Tanner J. Fox
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