Latest Theology of the body Podcast Episodes
#511 Ever wondered how divine love can transform your life and relationships? Even challenges like pornography addiction and much more
Become Who You Are - July 10, 2024 06:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” Ever wondered how divine love can transform your life and relationships? Tune into the "Become Who You Are" podcast as we explore St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body, #95 unlocking the secrets to living a life full of grace and divine potentia...
Family Vacations and Sex | Ep. 177
Charting Toward Intimacy - July 08, 2024 07:00 - 28 minutesIn this episode Ellen and Kathleen dive into the complexities of maintaining a healthy sex life during family vacations. They discuss practical tips for navigating shared living spaces, the importance of sustaining intimacy without sex, and creative ways to find private moments with your spouse...
#510 Innovations in Women’s Reproductive Health from the St. Paul VI Institute: Special Guest Dr. Teresa Hilgers
Become Who You Are - July 08, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” Initially I asked Dr. Teresa Hilgers of the world renowned Saint Paul VI Institute to come on our show to address the effect of contraceptives, especially oral contraceptives, on women's overall health. She did that and much more. It is our hope t...
Why You Should Become Friends Before Becoming Spouses | Friendship as the Foundation of Marriage
Discerning Marriage - July 03, 2024 17:00 - 5 minutesElizabeth dives into the significance of being friends first in a marriage. She answers a question from Instagram about why friendship is crucial for a healthy and lasting marriage. Drawing from her experience as a licensed marriage and family therapist, she explores insights from John Gottman's ...
Pet's Fertility, Hysterectomy, Childbirth in Catholic Circles & Irregular Cycles. | ACW287
Ask Christopher West - July 01, 2024 07:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 455 ratingsQuestions answered this episode: Does striving to live out TOB affect the decisions we make for our pet’s fertility? My mother recently had a surgery that required a hysterectomy. This brings about sadness even though she was already past child bearing years. Does TOB have any insights into this?...
What Does the Church Actually Teach about Oral Stimulation? | Ep. 176
Charting Toward Intimacy - July 01, 2024 07:00 - 11 minutesIn this episode host Ellen Holloway delves into the topic of oral stimulation. Ellen explains the church's teachings on what is permissible and how oral stimulation fits into moral boundaries as foreplay leading to intercourse. Highlighting the importance of both male and female sexual pleasure,...
As Christians We Need to Talk About Nudity In Films...
Discerning Marriage - June 29, 2024 15:00 - 17 minutesElizabeth Busby dives into the challenging topic of nudity and gratuitous sexual content in popular films. Elizabeth shares her heartfelt thoughts on how these scenes impact viewers and how to respond from a faith-based perspective. She also discusses the biological and psychological effects of s...
#509 Jenny, a young college age woman, shares that she has lost her identity. She is not the only one.
Become Who You Are - June 28, 2024 06:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” Our journey takes a compelling turn during a visit to a friend's lake home. Engaging conversations with young people reveal the struggles they face with identity, relationships, and gender ideologies. Drawing insights from John Paul II's theology ...
#508 Discovering Our Divine Identity; "But the Lord Was Not in the Fire, The Lord Was in the Tiny Whispering Sound"
Become Who You Are - June 26, 2024 06:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” Join Linda and Jack! Can silence amidst the chaos of consumerism and incessant screen time truly lead us to discover our divine identity? Tune in to our latest episode of the Become Who You Are podcast as we explore St. John Paul II's theology o...
Practicing Abstinence as Engaged Couple, Til Death Do Us Apart & Honoring and Loving a Woman | ACW286
Ask Christopher West - June 24, 2024 07:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 455 ratingsQuestions answered this episode: I’m a young woman happily dating a catholic man. The thought of having times of abstinence in marriage is a little sad. Could you speak on the beauty of abstinence? Is the ability to be physically intimate even in times of abstinence without it leading to intercou...
Trying New Positions | Ep. 175
Charting Toward Intimacy - June 24, 2024 07:00 - 31 minutesTrying new positions can be a lot! Maybe you're not sure how to approach the conversation or you don't even know any other positions to try. This week, Ellen and Kathleen talk all things trying new positions in the bedroom! NOW AVAILABLE The Catholic Sex Positions Guide 48% off for a limited t...
#507 On Morality and Conscience; The Fall of Man and the Power of Jesus Christ
Become Who You Are - June 21, 2024 13:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” How do personal suffering and the quest for truth lead many to the transformative power of Christianity? Join Jack as he explores this profound journey with insights from influential thinkers like Tucker Carlson, Russell Brand, and Jordan Peterson...
#506 The Great Reset is Plagiarism; We Already Had a Great Reset-His Name is Jesus Christ! Have You Heard of Him?
Become Who You Are - June 19, 2024 19:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” Imagine for a moment facing the sweltering heat of a Chicago summer, only to find that your recording session has been disrupted:) That's where our story begins in this episode of the "Become who you Are" podcast. Jack will take you through the un...
Should Women Wear Bikinis?
Discerning Marriage - June 19, 2024 17:00 - 12 minutesElizabeth delves into the complex topic of modesty, bikinis, and the responsibility of both men and women in upholding dignity. Should women to cover up, or should men be solely responsible for controlling their lustful thoughts? On The Discerning Marriage Podcast, we accompany you on the journey...
Redirection of Desire, Sleeping in the Same Bed & the Dignity of Every Man & Woman | ACW285
Ask Christopher West - June 17, 2024 12:15 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 455 ratingsQuestions answered this episode: What are some examples redirecting our desire (eros) in everyday life? Is there anything inherently wrong with sleeping in the same bed as a long distance girlfriend when we visit each other? Is the near occasion of sin still a sin if I don’t end up sinning? Wher...
They Mystery of Sexual Pleasure and the Body | Ep. 174
Charting Toward Intimacy - June 17, 2024 07:00 - 12 minutesIn this episode Ellen delves into why there isn't a checklist for sexual pleasure in marriage and why that's a good thing. She discusses the theological perspectives on the human body and sexual pleasure, emphasizing the opportunity for couples to learn and grow through the newness of each intim...
Aroused by Displays of Affection, Receiving the Eucharist in Mortal Sin & Getting Married Young
Ask Christopher West - June 16, 2024 20:45 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 455 ratingsQuestions answered this episode: I’m dating a wonderful man. I’m very sensitive to physical touch and get aroused very easily. Even holding hands results in arousal. Do you have any advice? Is it okay to keep showing those displays of affection even though they are accompanied by arousal? Why is ...
#505 The Church and Gender Ideology; "Loving God's Children", with John J. Bursch
Become Who You Are - June 16, 2024 19:00 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” How do we protect the mental and physical well-being of our children in a world that often distorts fundamental truths about love, marriage, and family? The Church has the answers and teaches beautiful lessons about human sexuality and our ident...
#504 The Question About Eternal Life
Become Who You Are - June 14, 2024 13:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” Today we explored the profound question of eternal life, delving into Jesus' transformative love and its power to inspire meaningful change in our hearts and in the world. Join us as Jack unpacks Jesus' teachings from Matthew 5:20 and 19:16 whe...
Why You Should Get Out of Debt as a Christian
Discerning Marriage - June 12, 2024 17:00 - 7 minutesJoin Elizabeth as she dives deep into the crucial topic of debt and financial freedom from a Christian perspective. Discover why getting out of debt is essential not just for married couples, but for everyone striving for authentic Christian living. Elizabeth shares practical advice, historical i...
#503 "The Mystery Is Great"; The Systematic Destruction of the Nuclear Family
Become Who You Are - June 12, 2024 11:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” Is the disintegration of the family the root of societal ills? In this compelling episode of the Become Who You Are podcast, we dive into the rich teachings of St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body to uncover how the breakdown of family values c...
Grooming and Shaving | Ep. 173
Charting Toward Intimacy - June 10, 2024 07:00 - 34 minutesIn this episode Ellen and Kathleen discuss the nuances of grooming and shaving the genital area from a Catholic perspective. They address common questions around the morality of grooming, reasons people choose to groom, and the purpose of genital hair. The episode also covers the importance of ...
Should You Be Debt Free In Marriage?
Discerning Marriage - June 07, 2024 22:00 - 9 minutesElizabeth shares her passionate insights on the importance of being debt-free in marriage. Discover how financial freedom can lead to a healthier, happier marriage and explore practical tips to achieve it. On The Discerning Marriage Podcast, we accompany you on the journey to discover if marriag...
#502 God Is Love! You Are A Beloved Child Of God! That Makes You The Solution To Hatred and Violence!
Become Who You Are - June 07, 2024 06:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” What if the ultimate battle between good and evil is happening right now, not just in ancient texts but in our daily lives? Join Jack on this thought-provoking episode of the Become Who You Are podcast, where we take a deep dive and explore how Je...
#501 Transforming Relationships Through Divine Love
Become Who You Are - June 05, 2024 06:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” Can marriage mirror the divine love of Christ for the Church? On today's episode of Become Who You Are, we unpack this profound question with the help of insightful Co-host Linda Piper. Dive deep with us into the richness of St. John Paul II’s the...
#500 The Spiritual Battle Lines Are Drawn: The Two Questions to Ask That Reveal what is True, Good and Beautiful and Expose the Lies, Evil and Profaned
Become Who You Are - June 03, 2024 17:00 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” What if the world you see isn't what it seems? What two questions can I ask to cut through all the confusion between good and evil? Join us as we uncover the intricate spiritual battle lines drawn between good and evil in our modern world. Drawing...
Relationship With My Deceased Baby, P*rn Struggle & Compassion from God and for Others
Ask Christopher West - June 03, 2024 07:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 455 ratingsQuestions answered this episode: My husband and I are approaching the 25th anniversary of the birth and death of our second born. All this time later, I realize I wish I had a better relationship with him. Do you have any suggestions on how to go about nursing a relationship with my baby on this ...
Relationship With My Deceased Baby, P*rn Struggle & Compassion from God and for Others | ACW283
Ask Christopher West - June 03, 2024 07:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 455 ratingsQuestions answered this episode: My husband and I are approaching the 25th anniversary of the birth and death of our second born. All this time later, I realize I wish I had a better relationship with him. Do you have any suggestions on how to go about nursing a relationship with my baby on this ...
Painful Sex, Differing Comfort Levels, and Communicating about Sex | Ep. 172
Charting Toward Intimacy - June 03, 2024 07:00 - 25 minutesToday Ellen is answering a question from Instagram: My husband really resists oral, but sex has been painful for me. He's really rough. I spoke up and there's been no change. As you can see there are a lot of facets to this question and we cover it all in this episode! ______________________...
#499 Youth, Love, and the Journey to Authentic Relationships; Ero's as a Path to Truth
Become Who You Are - May 31, 2024 06:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” What if the energy and passion of youth could lead us to a deeper understanding of love, truth, and beauty? On this episode of "Become Who You Are," join Jack on a transformative journey inspired by John Paul II's "Dilecti Amici- Dear Friends" We ...
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