Latest Theology of the body Podcast Episodes
Never Give up on Intimacy: A Deep Dive into Despair | Ep. 148
Charting Toward Intimacy - December 18, 2023 08:00 - 25 minutesEllen and Kathleen are discussing on how to overcome despair and struggles associated with intimacy in a marriage. They emphasize that giving in to despair only strengthens the negative forces affecting our lives. They stress the importance of holding onto faith and prayer, and provide tips for ...
Spiritual Mothers in Parishes, Beauty Standards & "Not in the Mood" | ACW259
Ask Christopher West - December 18, 2023 08:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 455 ratingsQuestions answered this episode: Why are our parishes only run by fathers if the domestic church (the family) is run by fathers and mothers? I’m not “stunning” compared to the standards of beauty that society has. I know I’m “beautifully and wonderfully made” but I understand this only with my mi...
Spiritual Mothers in Parishes, Beauty Standards & "Not in the Mood"
Ask Christopher West - December 18, 2023 08:00 - 48 minutes ★★★★★ - 455 ratingsQuestions answered this episode: Why are our parishes only run by fathers if the domestic church (the family) is run by fathers and mothers? I’m not “stunning” compared to the standards of beauty that society has. I know I’m “beautifully and wonderfully made” but I understand this only with my mi...
#437 "As The Family Goes, So Goes The Nation, And So Goes The Whole World In Which We Live"--St. John Paul II
Become Who You Are - December 15, 2023 19:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” We witnessing the erosion of our traditional values. How has our society shifted so dramatically away from the biblical roots underpinning the founding of our nation? This journey will take us through the opposition faced by those who struggle t...
Sharing Our Gratitude For The Past 3 Years
Journey to Marriage - A Show for Catholic Couples - December 14, 2023 19:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsI still can't believe we are just a few days away from closing our business. In this episode, we reflect and share gratitude for the many things we've experienced in this journey and how it has helped us as a married couple. If you want to get unlimited access to all our courses, workshops, an...
Episode 48: I Know How Your Relationship Will End.
Discerning Marriage - December 13, 2023 18:00 - 5 minutesElizabeth knows how your relationship will end. In this video we discuss a crucial topic: the fate of your relationship. Is it headed for marriage or a breakup? Elizabeth explores the significance of intentional dating and offers insights into the vulnerability required for authentic relationship...
#436 Is Your Marriage Unraveling? How Natural Family Planning and Celibacy For The Kingdom Restores Relationships
Become Who You Are - December 13, 2023 07:00 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” The Sexual Revolution has destroyed so many marriages and the children suffer as well. This is the 75th audience of St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body, where the concept of detachment from marriage and sexual relationships is examined. We t...
Can Catholics Record Sex? | Ep. 147
Charting Toward Intimacy - December 11, 2023 08:00 - 14 minutesWe're talking about why recording sexual encounters between spouses is not in line with the Catholic understanding of marital intimacy. The discussion explores the sanctity of sex within marriage, emphasizing the importance of privacy and mutual self-gift. Ultimately, the episode underscores the...
Marital Jealousy in Heaven, Passing on Genetic Disease & Saying "No" | ACW258
Ask Christopher West - December 11, 2023 08:00 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 455 ratingsQuestions answered this episode: I’m getting married soon and I know that there will be no marriage in heaven. Recently the thought of spending such a short life with my future husband and then eternity alone has crept in. Can the TOB speak into this? I have a genetical disease that has a 50% pro...
#435 Our Blessed Mother In The Divine Plan; The Immaculate Conception and Her Fiat!
Become Who You Are - December 11, 2023 07:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” The times we are living in are dark. Yet we are people of the light, children of God. We must find our voice and have the courage to freely speak the Truth and choose the Good. Then God will send the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, crying, ‘Ab...
How to Know If You're Ready to Get Married.
Discerning Marriage - December 06, 2023 18:00 - 8 minutesElizabeth Busby discusses how to know if you're truly ready for marriage. From dispelling common misconceptions to embracing humility, Elizabeth covers three essential signs to consider before taking the plunge. Don't miss this insightful guide to preparing for a lifelong commitment! On The Disce...
#434 Celibacy in a Hypersexual World: Drag Queen Story Hour and Pride Parades. Wouldn't I Die Without Lust, I Mean Sex?
Become Who You Are - December 06, 2023 13:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” Celibacy for the Kingdom of Heaven in a hyper sexualized world. What is Jesus Speaking about? Our conversation navigates the powerful concepts of virginity and celibacy for the kingdom of heaven, a symbolic self-sacrifice in a world where the id...
How We're Preparing This Advent 💜
Journey to Marriage - A Show for Catholic Couples - December 06, 2023 06:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsNow that we're closing down our business at the end of 2023, what is the Lord preparing for us next? 🤔 In this episode, we share some ideas that we're planning on putting into action coming next year. As well as our goals and intentions for the Advent season to prepare our hearts and minds for ...
Your Assumptions Are Killing Your Sex Life | Ep. 146
Charting Toward Intimacy - December 04, 2023 08:00 - 28 minutesEllen and Kathleen discuss a myriad of assumptions women often make about sex, how they negatively impact one's sex life, and how to overcome them. They delve into the concepts of responsive and spontaneous desires, discuss misconceptions about men and women's sexual needs, emphasize the import...
Intrusive Thoughts After P*rn Usage, Is Circumcision Mutilation? & Baptism of Desire for Babies in Womb | ACW257
Ask Christopher West - December 04, 2023 08:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 455 ratingsQuestions answered this episode: I’m a 40 year old husband and father. I grew up in a family dynamic where porn and masturbation was normal. I quitted porn after 7 years of marriage but now I’m really struggling with intrusive thoughts. Do you have any advice? I recently heard that circumcision i...
Intrusive Thoughts After P*rn Usage, Is Circumcision Mutilation? & Baptism of Desire for Babies in Womb
Ask Christopher West - December 04, 2023 08:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 455 ratingsQuestions answered this episode: I’m a 40 year old husband and father. I grew up in a family dynamic where porn and masturbation was normal. I quitted porn after 7 years of marriage but now I’m really struggling with intrusive thoughts. Do you have any advice? I recently heard that circumcision i...
#433 Jesus said, "Be Watchful! Be Alert! You Do Not Know When The Time Will Come"; The Universal Call To Holiness
Become Who You Are - December 04, 2023 07:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” Imagine walking a path filled with distractions and temptations, only to discover they were opportunities for prayer and deeper connection with the divine. Join me, as we traverse this path through the Gospel of Mark, St. Paul's writings, and the ...
#432 I Believe In Love...A Letter to Danny
Become Who You Are - December 01, 2023 19:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” I remember Christmas Day, 1971...I take you back to that specific day, sharing an intimate letter written to my brother Danny. It’s a story of our shared childhood, of regret and hope, and of the harrowing trauma that is child sexual abuse. But mo...
#431 Virginity or Celibacy "For The Kingdom of Heaven"; Christ's Word and the Rule of Understanding in Matthew 19:11-12
Become Who You Are - November 29, 2023 07:00 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” Ready to embark on a journey that will challenge you to see the human body, marriage, and spirituality in a whole new light? With co-host Linda Piper we'll unravel the profound teachings of St. John Paul II in his Reflection #73, presented in St P...
Why Marriage Prep Is Shorter Than Driver's Ed.
Discerning Marriage - November 28, 2023 18:00 - 7 minutesElizabeth delves into the topic of marriage preparation. Why is it that marriage prep radically shorter than driver's ed? Elizabeth passionately shares her insights and introduces an innovative solution to this challenge. Don't miss out on this thought-provoking discussion that could transform yo...
#430 "Men Have Forgotten God"-Alexandr Solzhenitsyn; "But the Redeemer Of Men Has Not Forgotten Them"--John Paul II
Become Who You Are - November 27, 2023 16:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” Picture this: we live in a world where the presence of God is forgotten, and men grapple with the subsequent tyranny and oppression. Hard to imagine? Nobel laureate Alexander Solzhenitsyn didn't think so. In fact, he forewarned us about the perils...
Arousal Curves and Getting Past Plateau | Ep. 145
Charting Toward Intimacy - November 27, 2023 08:00 - 14 minutesEver been stuck during arousal because you hit a plateau and you don't know what happens next? This episode is for you. Ellen outlines two main models for understanding and navigating female sexual arousal in this episode. Masters and Johnson's four-phase linear model, which is applicable for ...
My Son is Gender Neutral, Dating an Older Woman & Listener's Affirmation | ACW256
Ask Christopher West - November 27, 2023 08:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 455 ratingsQuestions answered this episode: My son wants to change his name to a gender neutral name. What do I call him? I’ve developed a friendship with a woman that’s several years older than I am. As our friendship grows, the possibility of a romantic relationship has come up but I don’t feel “butterfli...
We are closing our doors... :(
Journey to Marriage - A Show for Catholic Couples - November 24, 2023 06:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsYup, it's true. We've decided to close the doors of our business coming December 2023. 😢 We want to share with you our story of how we came to that decision in this episode. If you'd like to support us one last time time and get access to EVERY course, workshop, and summit we've ever produced....
#429 Happy Thanksgiving! Spend a little time in awe and wonder with Theology of the Body:)
Become Who You Are - November 22, 2023 16:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” Ready to take a deep dive into the realm of the human spirit? Buckle up as we take a journey into understanding the Theology of the Body, navigating the fascinating final part of the triptych. We'll challenge your perspectives on the importance of...
Wild Eros, Vampires & Modesty | ACW255
Ask Christopher West - November 22, 2023 13:00 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 455 ratingsQuestions answered this episode: Should I invite a girl out even though she might not share the same values and faith I do? How can I explain to a 3rd grader that consuming the Eucharist is not the same as vampirism? How can I let my girlfriend know that other men might look at the way she dresse...
Breaking Up And Getting Back Together.
Discerning Marriage - November 20, 2023 18:00 - 9 minutesElizabeth delves into the challenging topic of breaking up and getting back together. Discover valuable insights on rebuilding trust, navigating post-breakup changes, and approaching the renewed relationship with fresh eyes. 📚 Get Elizabeth's ebook "10 Questions to Ask at the Beginning of Your Re...
How Do You Find Peace When Sex and Family Planning Don’t Go as Planned? | Ep. 144
Charting Toward Intimacy - November 20, 2023 08:00 - 33 minutesEllen and Kathleen discuss the topic of finding peace when sex and family planning don't go as planned. They delve into how controlling sexual outcomes can hinder the freedom and fullness that are inherent in marital intimacy. They suggest that recognizing the divine role in every sexual act an...
#428 "When The Sickle Swings" A New Book By Kristen Theriault; Stories Of Faith and Survival In The Face Of Communist Oppression
Become Who You Are - November 20, 2023 07:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” We're thrilled to bring you our conversation with Kristen Theriault, the author of 'When the Sickle Swings': Stories of Catholics Who Survived Communist Oppression'. Kristen brings us an authentic, poignant exploration of religious resilience unde...
#427 In the Crosshairs With Tom Hampson: Going undercover, Libs of Tick Tock, Targeting Children, Speaker Mike Johnson, Power and Morality
Become Who You Are - November 17, 2023 07:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 43 ratingsLove to hear from you; “Send us a Text Message” Ever wonder about the ethical challenges of undercover investigations and how they parallel the world of politics? Do the powerful always fall prey to corruption? My good friend and undercover investigator, Thomas Hampson joins me to navigate thes...
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