EP064: Abby Johnson In her mission to make abortion unthinkable, Abby Johnson sits down with Mary to discuss her new documentary, why it’s so important to witness and pray outside abortion clinics, and how horrifyingly lucrative the abortion business is. EVERY pro-lifer needs to listen to this conversation. Watch Abby’s EDIFY video, The truth Planned Parenthood doesn’t want you to know, here. Learn more about Abby’s ministry, And Then There Were None, here. Follow us on social media! Instagram |...
Sep 29, 2023•40 min
EP063: Mary Margaret Olohan Mary sits down with budding conservative journalist Mary Margaret Olohan to discuss what good journalism looks like, why the mainstream media has turned away from those ideals, and how politicians are opting for alternative media sources rather than traditional media avenues. BONUS: Find out what Mary Margaret’s favorite story has been to cover and what issue she thinks the mainstream media needs to pay more attention to! Don’t get lost in the woke jungle! Cut through...
Sep 22, 2023•37 min
EP062: Heather Khym Heather Khym, co-founder of Life Restoration Ministries and co-host of the Abiding Together podcast, joins Mary to discuss cancel culture, Heather’s powerful story of forgiveness and redemption, and spiritual warfare. God made us to be free and to be people who speak the truth. But how do we get there? Heather has tips on how to grow in holiness, how we all need to give and receive forgiveness, and In our journey to holiness, and how to defend against the father of lies. Watc...
Sep 08, 2023•26 min
EP061: Brian Echevarria Brian Echevarria, a proud father of three, explains how CRT twists history, why he and his wife decided to homeschool their kids, and why he ran for office. Then, Mary has Brian in the hot seat for a lightning round of questions on controversial topics like reparations, the Black Lives Matter organization, and DEI policies. You don’t want to miss it! Watch Brian’s animated EDIFY video, Critical Race Theory’s 3 Biggest Flaws, here. Gender ideology, identity politics, and c...
Aug 25, 2023•24 min
EP060: Chloe Cole Having embarked on her own transition journey at the tender age of 12, including puberty suppressants, cross sex hormones at 13, and a double mastectomy at 15, only to subsequently detransition at 16, Chloe speaks with firsthand authority on the deeply traumatic effects experienced by minors undergoing such treatments. Driven by a noble mission to safeguard children from potentially harmful ideologies and medical interventions, Chloe sheds some light on the distressing conseque...
Aug 11, 2023•28 min
EP059: Helen Alvare Governments are increasingly insisting that religious institutions hire and retain employees opposed to their mission. Politicians repeatedly attempt to force Catholic hospitals, churches, and schools to contradict their religious beliefs. What’s their end goal? Why is it so important for us to protect the Catholic identity of these institutions? Helen Alvare has the answers. BONUS: Mary puts Helen in the hot seat, getting her quick reactions to the separation of church and s...
Jul 28, 2023•22 min
EP058: Jackie Angel In this episode of The EDIFY Podcast, Mary sits down with Catholic speaker and author, Jackie Angel, to discuss the (sometimes) hidden joys and struggles in life. Jackie speaks very candidly about marriage, miscarriage, and birth control to give insight into the hard questions we all have. What are the biggest challenges facing married couples today? Is it okay for a Catholic to marry an atheist? How did miscarriage affect her and her husband’s relationship? Can Catholics use...
Jul 14, 2023•28 min
EP057: George Weigel Catholic theologian and renowned author George Weigel joins Mary to debunk common myths about Vatican II. What was the point of it? What did it change? What should we think of it? This is an important conversation you won’t want to miss. George recorded two EDIFY videos, watch them below! The World Can’t Shake Our Radical Hope Catholic’s Must Get Political. Here’s Why. Get a copy of George’s new book here. Follow us on social media! Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube...
Jun 30, 2023•20 min
EP056: Kevin Roberts In this episode, Mary sits down with Kevin Roberts, President of The Heritage Foundation, to discuss his experience advocating for common sense public policy in Washington D.C. Kevin answers questions like: How can we truly create a culture of life in America? What role should governments have in welfare, specifically for help for women and their unborn children? How can governments support human flourishing? What are some examples of family friendly public policy? These are...
Jun 16, 2023•19 min
EP055: Samantha Stephenson What happens when you wake a mama bear? Samantha Stephenson, author and homeschooling mother of 4, joins Mary on this episode of The EDIFY Podcast to discuss questions like: What are some trends that are threatening the family? How do we explain Pride Month to our children? How do we prudentially share the truth with friends and family? What are some of the good fruits of 1960’s feminism? How do the books we read, specifically works of fiction, impact us and how we see...
Jun 09, 2023•47 min
EP054: Fr. Philip Bochanski How can we walk with our brothers and sisters who experience same sex attractions while not abandoning the teachings of our faith? In this episode, Fr. Philip Bochanski sits down with Mary to discuss the Catholic response to this subject and answers some big questions like: What’s a Catholic to think of Pride Month? Is being gay a sin? How should teachers and parents teach children about human sexuality? Watch Fr. Bochanski’s EDIFY video here. Read Fr. Bochanski’s ope...
Jun 02, 2023•54 min
EP053: Deacon José Santos, M.D. Thousands of migrants are crossing America’s southern border every day. But what did their journey look like, and what happens next? Deacon José Santos shares his experience ministering to young men who’ve crossed the border in this new episode of The EDIFY Podcast. What are their stories? Why did they come? How has this work changed his life? What are we called to do? Follow us on social media! Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube Follow us on social media! I...
May 26, 2023•27 min
Canada is rapidly adopting assisted suicide. Is the United States following in their radical footsteps? How can we protect human dignity at all stages? Charlie Camosy has the answers. EP052: Charlie Camosy On this episode of The EDIFY Podcast, Mary is joined by medical professor and bioethicist Charlie Camosy to discuss the so-called “mercy killing” or “right to die” movement. What’s the difference between euthanasia and assisted suicide? Is the United States following in Canada’s radical footst...
May 19, 2023•41 min
Are you married or hope to be one day? Paul J. Kim has some tips for you - listen now! EP051: Paul J. Kim Paul J. Kim is a well-known Catholic speaker, author, comedian, AND former marriage counselor. He shares tips on how to deal with conflict, how to make a good confession, and his journey from not attending Mass to a religious brother to happily married with 5 kids! Watch Paul’s EDIFY video here. Follow us on social media! Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube Follow us on social media! In...
May 05, 2023•23 min
America has a drug problem. And our kids are the primary target. Listen to this episode now and learn how you can take action. EP050: Rebecca Kiessling Over 300 people die every day from fentanyl poisoning, much of which is coming across our southern border. In this episode, Rebecca Kiessling shares the story of her sons and what can be done to protect our children from a similar fate. Follow us on social media! Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube Follow us on social media! Instagram | Twit...
Apr 21, 2023•30 min
Save millions of babies every year by sharing this medical treatment. Learn about the treatment from the man who helped pioneer this great technology! EP049: Dr. George Delgado In this episode, Mary is joined by Dr. George Delgado, a pioneer of abortion pill reversal technology. He answers important questions about the push for abortion by pill, abortion reversal, and how the abortion industry is using and preying on women. Watch Dr. Delgado’s animated EDIFY video here. Follow us on social media...
Apr 14, 2023•29 min
EP048: Erik Bootsma In this episode, Mary talks with architect Erik Bootsma and asks a question many of us have on our minds: Are our ugly modern churches the fault of Vatican II? Erik unpacks for us the connection between our location and our actions as well as what the goals of church architecture are (or should be). BONUS: Which churches does this architect think are the most beautiful in America? How many of them have you visited? Watch Erik’s EDIFY video here. Follow us on social media! Ins...
Apr 05, 2023•24 min
Mary Hasson reveals the truth behind transgenderism and answers the big question: What IS a woman? Listen now. EP047: Mary Hasson Mary Hasson is back on The EDIFY Podcast to reveal the truth behind transgenderism. How did this issue gain so much momentum? What happens when you pause puberty? How can we help our kids and stop this social contagion? This episode has the answers - you don’t want to miss it! Do you want to learn more about how to talk about this important issue? Download our FREE eB...
Mar 31, 2023•48 min
Why is the virtue of prudence so critical to our daily lives? Fr. Gregory Pine has the answers. EP046: Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. What is prudence and why does Fr. Gregory Pine think it’s one of, if not the most, important virtue? How can it help us daily to be more faithful and virtuous Christians? Fr. Pine has the answers on this episode of The EDIFY Podcast! BONUS: 3 great book recommendations from Fr. Pine to help you grow in virtue! Watch Fr. Pine’s EDIFY video here. Get a copy of Fr. Pine’s bo...
Mar 24, 2023•24 min
All of us have been affected by the pandemic - but children most of all. Dr. Kheriaty walks us through the fallout of our COVID policies. EP045: Dr. Aaron Kheriaty To “celebrate” day 1,097 of 15 days to slow the spread, Mary hosts Dr. Aaron Kheriaty to dig into the terrifying mental health ramifications COVID-19 policies caused. All of us have been affected in some way by the pandemic - but our children most of all. Dr. Kheriaty walks us through some of the startling statistics. Over the last fe...
Mar 17, 2023•46 min
Did you know that Pope Saint John Paul II wrote an open letter to women? Simone breaks it down in this episode. Listen now! EP044: Simone Rizkallah Would you say that 21st century women are oppressed? Probably not. Some say the Church is oppressive to women – is this true? Simone Rizkallah dives into this question with Mary. Simone’s passion and care for helping women find their true identity is unmistakable. It’s a must listen episode for women - and anyone that knows a woman! Watch Simone’s ED...
Mar 10, 2023•18 min
EP043: Fr. Ignatius Schweitzer, O.P. On this episode of The EDIFY Podcast, Mary talks with Fr. Ignatius about the revival at Asbury University and the connection to the USCCB’s call to Eucharistic revival in our own church. They discuss how to speak with people of different faiths (or those who have left the Catholic faith) about the Eucharist, how to kindle revival and conversion in our own hearts, and also how to invigorate your own parish to further devotion and prayer. As we journey through ...
Mar 03, 2023•35 min
EP042: Sherif Girgis Are you tired of explaining your beliefs to curious or combatant friends and family? So was Sherif. So he wrote a book about marriage. In this episode, Mary and Sherif discuss questions like: What is marriage? What does the redefinition of marriage really mean? Why are fewer people getting married today? Mary and Sherif also discuss the betrayal of trust the Dobbs leak caused both in the court and society at large as well as the shock they felt when Roe v. Wade was officiall...
Feb 17, 2023•27 min
EP041: Edward Feser In this episode, listen to Edward Feser’s story of how his study of philosophy drove him to atheism and then back to Catholicism. You won’t want to miss this beautiful story of the Truth of the Catholic Church! Mary and Edward also discuss how marriage policy surrounding marriage has become so disordered. Then, take a deep dive into Critical Race Theory and see how it’s not actually a remedy for racism. Follow us on social media! Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube...
Feb 10, 2023•39 min
EP040: Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers As a former member of law enforcement and a training officer, Deacon Harold has a unique perspective on the wounds of racism, police brutality, and what our response should be as Catholics. Do you know what the difference is between prejudice and racism? What are some saints we can look to as we navigate these issues? This powerful conversation is a must-listen. BONUS: Listen to Deacon Harold’s journey to his vocation as a husband, father, and deacon! Follow us ...
Feb 03, 2023•36 min
EP039: Ed Whelan & Nancy Anter Anti-Catholic violence is nothing new. But today we face a new threat. Since May 2022, hundreds of attacks by terrorist group Ruth Sent Us have been inflicted against churches and pregnancy resource centers across America. In this episode, hear from guests Ed Whelan and Nancy Anter about how the Biden Administration and federal law enforcement agencies have turned their backs to these events, as well as millions of faithful citizens who work and pray daily to u...
Jan 24, 2023•35 min
EP038: Jeanne Mancini In this episode, Jeanne Mancini, president of the March for Life, breaks down what is needed in post- Roe America, how we can change hearts and minds on the pro-life issue, and some background and sneak peeks into the March for Life! Learn more about Jeanne by clicking here . Follow us on social media! Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube...
Jan 12, 2023•23 min
EP037: Dr. Jennifer Nolan Catholics have been instrumental in the education of future generations for centuries. But what about STEM fields? Dr. Jennifer Nolan, president and co-founder of Catholic Polytechnic University, sits down with Mary to share her vision for this new university and the future Catholic science and tech leaders of America. Learn more about Jennifer by clicking here . Follow us on social media! Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube...
Jan 10, 2023•19 min
EP036: Fr. Dave Pivonka, Franciscan TOR In this episode of The EDIFY Podcast, Father Dave Pivonka, President of Franciscan University of Steubenville, explains how we can have a relationship with the Holy Spirit and gives us his advice for living in the world, but not of the world. Learn more about Father Dave by clicking here . Follow us on social media! Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube...
Jan 03, 2023•16 min
EP035: Erika Bachiochi In this episode of The EDIFY Podcast, feminist scholar Erika Bachiochi shares her story and how the witness of other Catholic men and women (including EDIFY speaker Helen Alvare!) led her to become the strong pro-life Catholic and powerful voice for women’s rights that she is today. Learn more about Erika by clicking here . Follow us on social media! Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube...
Dec 08, 2022•26 min
