Crazy Catholic Convert
Crazy Catholic Convert explores the beauty, goodness, and truth of the Catholic faith. It lets the truth speak for itself through RCIA talks and interviews with Catholic converts and reverts. Crazy Catholic Convert evangelizes through the raw, honest, personal stories of ordinary Catholics living out their faith.
Episodes
34 episodes
Ep: 31 - Full and Aligned
In this episode I interview my friend, Madelyn. I first explain how I met Madelyn on the due date for my second son. Madelyn is a Catholic doula who made me feel very empowered. She tells her story growing up as a cradle Catholic with divorced ...
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Ep: 30 - I've Got to Change
Happy Feastday to our podcast's patron saint, St Thesese of Lisieux! For this episode I interview fellow Catholic convert, Rose. Rose explains how her conversion to Catholicism was heavily influenced by St Therese and some other great friends o...
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Ep: 29 - Guard Your Heart: Erica's Stories of Conversion and Visions
In this episode I interview fellow Catholic convert Erica. Like myself, Erica was raised Methodist and converted to the Catholic faith as an adult. Erica shares her conversion story as well as some incredible visions she has had through her wal...
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Ep: 28 - Teresa's Story Part 2: The EG Life with Post Partum Depression
In this episode Teresa shares her journey with post partum depression. She recalls her symptoms and behaviors when it was undiagnosed and how she found and received help. Teresa explains how her struggle with post partum depression was a gift. ...
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Ep:27 - Teresa's Story Part 1: From Secular Feminist to Fertile Powerhouse
In this episode Teresa Grodi tells her reversion story of going from a secular feminist to a devout Catholic. Following her reversion, Teresa explains the challenges she faced as she learned to live out her faith as a wife and mother. She also ...
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Ep: 26 - The EG Life: Part 2- GRACE and Encore Conversations
In this episode Maggie Eckburg shares the strategies she used to grow closer to God through the acronym GRACE. She then continues telling her story of healing. I kept pulling my equipment back out as Maggie would tell more of her story an...
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Ep: 25 - The EG Life: Part 1–A Remarkable Life
In this episode, Maggie Eckburg shares how a traumatic event that happened in her early childhood shaped the next 30 years of her life. Maggie describes how she struggled and questioned her faith. Despite great times of darkness, Maggie perseve...
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Throwback Thursday: Ep 7 - A Modern Visitation
Throwback Thursday to my very first interview. I was learning how to record interviews and decided to bring my tech savvy, engineer cousin, Amy, along. I am grateful to Amy for so many reasons. Thank you Amy!
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Ep: 24 - My New Darcy: Part 3: Don't Settle
In this last episode with Darcy I ask her about her 11 children and how she homeschools them. Her 8th child, Elizabeth, joins us briefly to share her perspective on being homeschooled and growing up in a large Catholic family. Darcy gives encou...
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Ep: 23 - My New Darcy: Part 2 - Smithville
In this episode I continue my episode with Darcy. I first discuss the music used for introductions and conclusions and why Darcy is "My New Darcy." Then I ask Darcy questions regarding having and raising a big family.
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Ep: 22 - My New Darcy: Part 1- Darcy Darcy
In this episode I interview my neighbor, Darcy. Darcy is a fellow Catholic homeschooling mom and mother to 11 children. This first episode shares Darcy's gradual journey of faith—attending University of Steubenville, family life and other fun s...
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Ep:21- An Unexpected Journey
In this episode I interview Catholic convert, Casey. Before converting to Catholicism Casey was a missionary in Cambodia. She recalls the struggle she faced when the beliefs she clung to so deeply were undermined. Casey then discusses oth...
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Throwback Thursday - The Honest Answer: My Interview with Napro physician and fertility specialist, Dr Stroud
Throwback Thursday to one of my most popular episodes, The Honest Answer: My Interview with Napro Physician and Fertility Specialist, Dr Stroud. In this episode I interview Napro physician and fellow Catholic convert, Dr Stroud. Dr Stroud is an...
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Ep: 20 - Sit With Sister: Part 2
In this episode I continue my interview with Sr Mary Bethany. I ask her about Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, her favorite saints, what she is reading now as well as practical parent questions.ResourcesDominican Sisters of Mary web...
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Ep:19 - Sit With Sister: Part 1
In this episode I interview Sr Mary Bethany. I first explain how I felt called to send my son to Kindergarten so that he could be taught by Sr Mary Bethany. Sr Mary Bethany then shares her story of being called to the religious life. She also g...
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Ep:18 - You Are Not Alone: Thoughts and Tips for Bringing Kids to Mass
In this episode I ask former and upcoming guests about their thoughts and tips for bringing young children to mass.Resources for kids at massMy First Interactive Mass Book
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Ep:17 - Hope at the Cross: Kristen's Story Part 2
In this episode Kristen continues to share her story having two sons with ICF. We also discuss St Therese of Lisieux including how she has helped us in our trials and why she is a favorite saint for many. I also share one of my own stories abou...
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Ep:16 - Hope at the Cross: Kristen's Story Part 1
In this episode I interview fellow Catholic mom, Kristen. Kristen shares her story as a mother of two sons with ICF. She recalls how she felt through the time leading up to their transplants, the procedures and the recovery process....
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Ep 15 - URGENT: Ohio Issue 1 - Vote No and Don't Forget God Loves You
In this episode I interview my mom a.k.a Gogus. Gogus has been canvassing Ohio encouraging people to Vote NO on Issue 1. We briefly discuss what this amendment entails and her experiences and challenges in canvassing against it. I briefly...
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Ep:14 - Tribute to Our Lady of La Leche
In this episode Stephanie and I discuss all things early motherhood from a Catholic perspective. We share stories, tips and resources related to natural childbirth, breastfeeding, baby-wearing and sleeping.ResourcesLink to Hom...
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Episode 14
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Ep:13 - A Catholic Perspective on Morning Sickness a.k.a The Most Miserable Months of My Life
In this episode I discuss my early pregnancy struggles from a Catholic perspective. I explain how I leaned into my Catholic faith and community for support throughout pregnancy and childbirth.ResourcesThe Womanly Art of Breastfeedin...
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Episode 13
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Ep:12 - Conversation of Two St Gianna Marie Mamas
In this episode I interview my friend, Stephanie. Stephanie is a cradle Catholic who also lost a baby girl named Gianna Marie. She also very much enjoyed the book Rome Sweet Home by Dr Scott and Kimberly Hahn. Stephanie shares her faith s...
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Episode 12
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Ep:11 - Allison's Journey as a Catholic Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist
In this episode I interview my cousin, Allison. Allison is a Catholic pelvic floor physical therapist. We discuss what a typical pelvic floor evaluation and intervention entails as well as her reversion story.ResourcesHeartbeat Inte...
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Episode 11
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Ep:10 - Hope Against Hope: Nevi's Story Part 2
In this episode Nevi continues telling her story. We learn what happened after she became pregnant through rape. We also discuss all things Catholic including favorite saints and books of the bible.ResourcesWho is Saint Maria Gorett...
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Episode 10
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Ep:9 - Hope Against Hope: Nevi's Story Part 1
In this episode Genevieve (Nevi) tells her story of being sexually assaulted and then discovering that she is pregnant. Nevi recalls how she felt in those moments and how she found help and healing in her faith and community.Resources
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Episode 9
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