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Wired to Love

Fr. Martin Connor, LCpatreon.com
What does real love look like? How do we live authentic love in our lives? Whether you are single, dating, married, or consecrated - loving well is the most important mission in our lives. In this Podcast, Fr. Martin Connor, LC, will take the Podcast on the road to homes, colleges, parishes, and more. ​​ ​#legionariesofchrist #lcvocations #regnumchristi #iamRC #RCDailyReflection

Episodes

S4E8: Personal Testimony of Healing - same-sex attraction

In this episode, Ryan, a college student, shares candidly his personal testimony of healing after an era of darkness and depression from addiction to porn and same-sex attraction. He shares his healing story upon encountering the light of love.

Mar 06, 202530 min

S4E7: Femininity

Fr. Martin is joined by a female college student, Melina, to discuss secular views of what it means to be a woman vs. the Gospel vision for women.

Mar 06, 202530 min

S4E6: Authenticity

Brothers Deacon Tim and Bob come on the show again to talk about the important of authenticity with Fr. Martin.

Mar 06, 202526 min

S4E5: Trust

Deacon Tim, husband and father to 4, and Bob, husband and father to 5, share their insights into what makes a relationship lasting - trust.

Mar 06, 202531 min

S4E4: Healthy Boundaries

In this episode, Fr. Martin Connor speaks once more with Anna Mudd, a canon law student of St. Paul University in Ottawa, Canada, who is discerning lay consecrated life as a Consecrated Virgin. They continue their conversation on chastity and healthy boundaries.

Sep 26, 202430 min

S4E3: Emotions Matter

In this episode, Fr. Martin Connor engages in a meaningful conversation with Anna Mudd, a canon law student of St. Paul University in Ottawa, Canada, who is discerning lay consecrated life as a Consecrated Virgin. Anna explores the profound significance of emotional order and purity in relationships. She shares insights on how maintaining clear boundaries and integrating these principles into daily life enriches relationships and fosters personal growth. Anna's perspective offers a thoughtfu...

Aug 28, 202429 min

S4E2: Navigating Expectations in Marriage

In this episode, Fr. Martin Connor sits down with John and Adi Summers, who share their journey of creating a blended family after marrying later in life, following experiences with divorce and annulment. Together, they candidly explore the challenges of managing expectations in marriage, reflecting on the lessons they've learned along the way. Their discussion offers insights into navigating complex family dynamics, fostering understanding, and embracing growth as a couple....

Aug 21, 202425 min

S4E1: Mastering Emotional Intelligence

Season 4 Episode 1 In this episode, Fr. Martin Connor, LC, engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Fr. Steven Reilly, LC, on the crucial importance of self-awareness and emotional intelligence. They delve into how modern lifestyles often prioritize constant movement and distraction, leaving little space for introspection. This lack of self-awareness can quietly influence individuals, impacting their relationships and behaviors without their conscious recognition. By exploring these dyna...

Aug 14, 202425 min

S3E6 Youth and the Culture War

Fr. Martin Connor, LC, speaks with two school teachers speak to common cultural problems that can inhibit our current generation.

Feb 28, 202434 min

S3E5 Purity and Contraception

Fr. Martin Connor, LC, speaks with Fr. Donal O’Keefe, LC, Radio Host at Guadalupe Radio LA about contraception and the call to purity.

Feb 14, 202430 min

S3E4 Friendships Rooted in Christ

Fr. Martin Connor, LC, speaks with Taylor O’Brien, founder of "Candid Communion," about friendships rooted in Christ.

Jan 31, 202431 min

S3E3 Cultural Attack on the Family

Fr. Martin Connor, LC, speaks with Fr. Scott Reilly, LC, who currently serves in Philadelphia walking with men and helping them to live their vocation to lead according to God's plan. They speak about the cultural attack on the family.

Jan 17, 202425 min

S3E2 Our Vocation to Love and be Loved

Fr. Martin Connor, LC, speaks with Tanner, a young man and member of Regnum Christi, about humanity's vocation to love and be loved.

Jan 03, 202425 min

S3E1 Intentional Relationships

In this episode of Wired to Love, Fr. Martin Connor, LC, interviews Janet Lees, a spiritual director with Regnum Christi, a spiritual family and apostolic body in the Catholic Church, dedicated to bringing Christ and his kingdom to today's world. They discuss the power of intentional relationships.

Dec 20, 202327 minSeason 3Ep. 1

Real Talk 14 - Forgiveness

In this episode of Wired to Love, Fr. Martin Connor, LC, interviews Vince and Monica Frese. They discuss the topic of forgiveness in relationships.

Dec 21, 202229 min

Real Talk 13 - Rebounding

In this episode of Wired to Love, Fr. Martin Connor, LC, interviews Vince and Monica Frese. They discuss rebounding in dating.

Dec 14, 202229 min

Real Talk 12 - Red Flags

Jeff and Donna Garret, parents to 4 adult children and married for 34 years, talk about the last stages of dating and red flags.

Dec 07, 202228 min

Real Talk 11 - Moving in together

Janet Lees, mother of 7 and spiritual guide, talks about how cohabiting can lead to mistrust and lack of commitment in a relationship.

Nov 30, 202228 min

Real Talk 8 - Get to know yourself

Joe and Mary Zuniga, married for a year and with a newborn, talk with Fr. Martin about their personal growth in getting to know themselves - the strengths and weaknesses that they have brought into their relationship.

Nov 09, 202232 min

Real Talk 6 - Getting serious

Joe and Mary Zuniga, married for a year and with a newborn, talk about the more advanced stages of dating.

Oct 26, 202234 min

Real Talk 5 - Intimacy and Porn Use

Jim O'Day from Integrity Restored talks about how individuals, spouses, and families can be affected by pornography.  "Integrity Restored provides education, training, encouragement, and resources to break free from pornography, heal relationships, and to assist parents in preventing and responding to pornography exposure which is so devastating in the lives of our children. We are also a resource that trains and helps clergy in assisting families at the parish level, so that the domestic c...

Oct 19, 202220 min

Real Talk 4 - Porn

Sal Marcello and Will Schmitz are founders of Real-Time Management Strategies, launched in 2022, it is a 1-1 coaching program to help men kick the porn habit. They share their personal experience in battling porn addiction. How to connect with them: https://twitter.com/Breakupwithporn

Oct 12, 202234 min

Real Talk 3 - We're engaged!

Joe and Mary Zuniga, married for a year and with a newborn, talk about their engagement journey.

Oct 05, 202231 min

Real Talk 2 - Fear of Commitment

Newlyweds Paul and Cassidy Zuniga (married in May of 2022) talk about the fears that they faced while dating and how they committed to each other.

Sep 28, 202221 min

Real Talk 1 - Dating Apps

Three young women, Titi, Marissa, and Maggie -  share their experiences with dating in the digital age - "texting" or "DMing" on various platforms before even talking on the phone or in person to finally dating. They discuss the process of finally defining a relationship and how they balance their romantic relationship with your other relationships with their relatives and friends. 

Sep 21, 202233 min

The Dating Booklet TRAILER

Three young women share their take on The Dating Booklet trailer. Check it out for yourself at wiredtolove.com or click HERE .

Sep 14, 20225 min