Have you ever found yourself compulsively ruminating about the past? Or full of anxiety about the future? Sure you have. But the good news is, God desires freedom for you and there are real practical steps you can take towards that freedom! Leah talks with Dr. Greg Bottaro, PsyD, Executive Director and Founder of the Catholic Psych Institute, about what the Catholic faith has to offer us, particularly where it intersects with good mental, emotional, and psychological health. Fundamentally, we fi...
Aug 12, 2019•54 min
If getting out of $25,000 in debt in 7.5 months sounds like an impossible dream to you, we have good news! That's exactly what Amanda and Jonathan Teixeira did, and from that WalletWin.com was born. They share their embarrassing stories, but also tips and advice for saving money, getting out of debt, managing finances, and why transforming your relationship with money is even more important than you think. Register for the upcoming workshop from the Wallet Win Academy and learn how to "never wor...
Jul 29, 2019•51 min
In this deeply relatable episode with Sam Kelley, founder and president of FIERCE Athlete, we talk about sports culture, femininity, identity, and all the ways that sport can reveal the feminine genius (even for non-athletes!) and be a way to understand yourself and your faith more. Invite Sam to speak, and see more about what she is up to at FierceAthlete.org You can support the Do Something Beautiful Podcast NOW on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/leahdarrow Support the show...
Jul 15, 2019•43 min
The ever-hilarious Chris and Linda Padgett bring their unique blend of sincerity and comedy to the topic of marriage when they talk to Leah Darrow. They share their desire that marriage be a place for a couple to thrive, and their advice (or non-advice?) on how to become the person you want to be. They also say really nice things about each other, so that's pretty great! See more of what the Padgetts are up to at Catholicfam.org and Linda360.com , and the Happy Place Homestead . HEY YOU! Yep. Yo...
Jul 01, 2019•1 hr 12 min
Caralyn shares her journey through an eating disorder and into freedom. She opens up about the ways she protected herself from getting help, but then what enabled her to acknowledge her need for help and to begin the hard journey to healing and happiness. Caralyn and Leah also discuss how to help people in our lives who suffer from eating disorders. Join the giveaway at @leah.darrow and tag a friend in this episode's post! Check out Caralyn's blog and her journal Bloom at Beauty Beyond Bones . H...
Jun 17, 2019•1 hr 11 min
We spend an hour letting the message sink in that "we are enough", and wondering what it would look like if we all lived from that knowledge. Danielle Bean, with her book You Are Enough , shows us that the stories of women in the bible have a message for women today: You are made unique and special, and God has a plan for you to do great things. She reminds us of St. John Paul II's powerful encouragement - "Do not be afraid. Do not be satisfied with mediocrity!" You can keep up with Danielle Bea...
Jun 03, 2019•40 min
Christopher West gives us a glimpse into the work he calls "an education in what it means to be human". In discussing St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body, Christopher and Leah talk about desire, hope, redemption, and get REALLY excited together about the story of the Woman at the Well. You can stay posted on Christopher's new release of The Good News about Sex and Marriage and on the Theology of the Body Institute at TheologyOfTheBody.com HEY YOU! Yep. You. Are you Pam Beesly, Kelly Kapoor o...
May 27, 2019•58 min
Eric Genuis, a world-renowned composer, discusses the connections between beauty, music, hope, and our common humanity. Eric and Leah have a conversation about Eric Genuis' background and career in music, and his ministry to bringing concerts to prisons. He shares about the profound effect that he has seen the experience of beauty have in the lives of those who "have forgotten what hope felt like". He also shares his philosophy of being generous with his gifts - believing we should share what we...
May 20, 2019•46 min
Amanda Vernon shares how God can wreck your romance and plans, but it all still turns out, not just "good", but even better than you could imagine. Amanda and Matt had BIG crushes on each other, and dare I say were "in love" and sincerely loved the Lord. ENTER IN: God's wrecking ball. Disaster strikes, and Amanda and Matt have to figure out what God is asking of them and their vocations (yes, that crazy V word). Follow Amanda here and connect with her here . Grab her book for yourself or someone...
Mar 26, 2019•33 min
Want to join the DSB podcast team? Help us make this podcast better by becoming a Patron! LUX UNIVERSITY registration is open from Feb. 28-March 6! Find out more about this exclusive membership site for Catholic women who want to grow in Faith and Sisterhood. This podcast episode is from the LIVE broadcast from SEEK 2019 conference in Indianapolis. I interview the wild and crazy Priest, Fr. Nathan Goebel, host from Catholic Stuff You Should Know podcast. WHAT WE DISCUSSED: This convo is all over...
Mar 01, 2019•1 hr 11 min
You can support the Do Something Beautiful Podcast NOW on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/leahdarrow Fabiola Garza is one AMAZING artist, who landed her childhood dream job. Fabi is a Character Artist for...*drumroll please*... DISNEY! In this episode, we hash out the highs and lows of Disney princesses, and what they REALLY teach us. If you love Disney, this is one fairytale episode you won't want to miss! Keep up with Fabi on Instagram here , and on her website: here ! And be sure to check ou...
Jan 14, 2019•42 min
Anna Carter is one fabulous and brave soul! Her ministry work has helped those struggling with same-sex desires and helps the universal Church in how we can approach this pressing subject with love, compassion, and truth. In our conversation, we discuss Anna's experience with same-sex attraction, healthy friendships, accountability, and so much more! Anna is the founder of Eden Invitation, an evangelistic outreach for Christians with same-sex attraction. Check it out HERE ! Have post-Christmas b...
Jan 07, 2019•59 min
The first human to Mars will be a WOMAN ... if Alyssa Carson has anything to say about it. Alyssa is not your average 17 year old, by a long shot. She's in training to be the first human on Mars. Yes. I said MARS. The freakin planet Mars. This young lady has a love affair with the red planet and has since pursued her dreams undauntedly. She shares with us how it all started (hint: maybe cartoons aren't all that bad), and what her life is like now and where she hopes she'll land (figuratively and...
Dec 22, 2018•32 min
Nancy is the founder of "Do Small Things With Love" Catholic blog and community for Catholic women. And, while she may be "doing small things" they are having a BIG impact! Especially concerning ADVENT. She's got THE LIST for all Advent activities for kids, families, and adults to help people of all ages and stages of life prepare for, reflect on, and embrace the true meaning of Christmas. AANNNDD... You seriously, most definitely, do NOT want to miss THIS because (drum roll, please) it holds th...
Dec 06, 2018•51 min
Lila Rose is an American pro-life activist and the founder of Live Action. She conducts undercover activities in abortion facilities in the United States, including affiliates of Planned Parenthood Federation of America. During our conversation, we talk about St. Joan of Ark (Lila’s Confirmation Saint), the Pro-life versus Pro-death climate, the banning of Pro-life speech and promotion on social media platforms, and future plans for the Pro-life movement. You can follow Lila on Twitter (@lilagra...
Nov 27, 2018•58 min
Now, this one starts out a little different ... I usually introduce my guests (like a normal host) but when Sr. Helena and I began speaking, we just jumped right into a normal and absolutely awesome (thanks to her) convo about life, family, nonsensical crap, and some good ol' holy stuff. Sr. Helena covers a multitude of topics here, but *really* goes deep into why and how the "theology of the body" saved her vocation ... second to Jesus, of course. Enjoy my friends. And know of our prayers for y...
Nov 19, 2018•1 hr 6 min
Maria is the beautiful mind behind RunningMyselfTogether, a blog on faith, running, and mental health. After years of struggling with an eating disorder, anxiety, and depression, she now helps others who are facing the same trials find their passion for running and know their worth in Christ. She’s an RRCA certified run coach who, while never being a runner growing up, has come to see the immense value running can have in a holistic approach to living a good, healthy life. She challenges us to f...
Nov 12, 2018•55 min
Carolyn is a mom, a blogger, and an Etsy artist who spends a large portion of her time raising her family of five boys. She loves her role as a mother, and though it comes with its challenges, knows of the gift that each of her children are to this world. In our conversation, Carolyn takes us through the journey of raising a son with autism. Though the diagnosis was hard, she has come to see the sunny side of autism through her son, Emmett. She challenges us to follow other moms with special nee...
Nov 05, 2018•51 min
Josie Robinson, a writer and counselor, offers support and encouragement to people who struggle to find meaning in today's intense, chaotic world. Josie shares with us how she helps people create a joyful and inspiring life through the simple, yet powerful, practice of gratitude. In our conversation, she challenges us with a 30 day gratitude practice, explaining to us the 6 steps of how to “Give T.H.A.N.K.S.” “Give T.H.A.N.K.S Practice”: T: think H: have an open mind A: allow yourself to feel gr...
Nov 01, 2018•32 min
You can support the Do Something Beautiful Podcast NOW on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/leahdarrow We continue Season 6 of This is Us with a fun Q&A session answering your questions. In Episode 2, Ricky and I take turns asking each other YOUR questions from my Insta post . We mostly agreed on them, but ya know, marriage. 😉 Once you've had a chance to listen, head on over to the blog and join us in the comments. Enjoy! P.S. We have only two more episodes in Season 6, and so, if you have a...
Oct 09, 2018•59 min
You can support the Do Something Beautiful Podcast NOW on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/leahdarrow A miracle has happened! Ricky, Leah's husband, has agreed to finally be on the podcast. This episode answers Leah's MOST asked question on social media and in person: HOW DID YOU MEET YOUR HUSBAND? And so, without further ado, here's your answer! Support the show...
Sep 24, 2018•1 hr 11 min
You know that favorite Saint quote you share with everyone? Maybe you've even purchased a tote bag or coffee mug with it on it ... Well, it's possible they never even said it. Trent Horn's new book, What the Saints Never Said, clears the air when it comes to what the Saints actually said and shows us how these pious misquotes can teach us even some subtle heresies. Trent is a a staff apologist for Catholic Answers, he specializes in teaching Catholics to graciously and persuasively engage those ...
Jul 23, 2018•26 min
Helen Alvare is a one of those people in the world that oozes wisdom and sound theological insight. Because of this, I fielded various questions from YOU (my amazing listeners) for Helen in this interview. We discuss vocation, Alfie Evans, law school, Helen's role models, motherhood, prayer life -- just to name a few. Enjoy these 10 rapid fire questions with Helen Alvare! Go on over to www.leahdarrow.com for Helen's favorite books. www.womenspeakforthemselves.com Support the show...
Jul 09, 2018•44 min
You can support the Do Something Beautiful Podcast NOW on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/leahdarrow Julia Marie Hogan is a licensed therapist and author of the new book on self care, It's Okay To Start With You. Julia shares what it's like to be a therapist, her new book and what self care is and isn't, and how to fight the inner critic as a part of self care. You can connect with Julia Hogan on Instagram (@juliahoganlcpc) or on her website https://www.juliamariehogan.com/ Support the show...
Jun 25, 2018•49 min
Katie Prejean McGrady challenges us to do the one thing that all Christians SHOULD do. Follow Jesus. When our world attempts to complicate this matter, or worse, try to water it down, Katie cuts through the nonsense and gives us the basics of true discipleship in her new book, Follow: Your Lifelong Adventure with Jesus. Her approach is rooted in Scripture and Tradition –yet explains everything with simplicity and with practical how-to's. Follow: Your Lifelong Adventure with Jesus, should be on e...
Jun 11, 2018•45 min
You can support the Do Something Beautiful Podcast NOW on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/leahdarrow Matt Fradd does a lot of things. He is an international speaker, author, Catholic apologist, Aquinas aficionado, philosophy nerd, as well as one of the VERY few people on this planet speaking openly about the damaging effects of pornography. (Can we get an "Amen!" ?) . Most people with a platform (of any kind) don't want to bring up this topic - and yes, this includes our clergy and religious le...
May 28, 2018•47 min
The self proclaimed "man-made feminist", Destiny Herndon de la Rosa is a force to be reckoned with.... and not just because she sports fabulously purple hair that gives the illusion she possesses unicorn magic. This lady is fierce and outspoken with it comes to speaking out about being consistently PRO LIFE on ALL matters. All lives matter - she'll tell you, regardless of age, race, creed, or social ranking. She states on her website: "It's a belief that all human beings should be free from viol...
May 21, 2018•44 min
"No one grows up wanting to work in the abortion industry." –Abby Johnson. Abby Johnson has always had a fierce determination to help women in need. It was this desire that both led Abby to a career with Planned Parenthood, our nation’s largest abortion provider, and caused her to flee the organization and become an outspoken advocate for the pro-life movement. During her eight years with Planned Parenthood, Abby quickly rose in the organization’s ranks and became a clinic director. She was incr...
May 14, 2018•51 min
He was the first "Tele-Evangelist", Emmy award winner, a master of catechesis and the new evangelization, had an intense love for the Our Lady and is on his way to sainthood,. AND ... he also happens to be my Holy Crush. Enter the Venerable Fulton J. Sheen. While I'd love to claim to be his biggest fan, I'd have my work cut out for me with Ms. Alexis Walkenstein. Alexis, like Sheen, works in media, they BOTH have earned an Emmy, and she has literally written the book on Fulton J. Sheen. For thos...
May 08, 2018•49 min
You can support the Do Something Beautiful Podcast NOW on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/leahdarrow How did God make me to love? Why do women struggle with God's love and acceptance for them? What's my vocation? Sr. Bethany Madonna answers these questions and more in our recent chat about the woman's role in the world and how the power of Christ can heal, renew, and transform us. Support the show...
Apr 30, 2018•1 hr 1 min
