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Gotta Be Saints

Brendan Gotta

235 episodes

6 days ago

Send us a text In this episode of Gotta Be Saints, I sit down with author and Catholic coach Belinda Terro Mooney to talk about living real friendship with Jesus and praying with the saints—especially on their feast days. With All Saints’ Day right around the corner, we dive into why the saints’ stories matter, how ordinary people become holy, and practical ways to invite the saints to intercede for your family, parish, and daily life. Guest Bio Belinda Terro Mooney is an author, Catholic coa...

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Send us a text In this episode of Gotta Be Saints, I sit down with author and Catholic coach Belinda Terro Mooney to talk about living real friendship with Jesus and praying with the saints—especially on their feast days. With All Saints’ Day right around the corner, we dive into why the saints’ stories matter, how ordinary people become holy, and practical ways to invite the saints to intercede for your family, parish, and daily life. Guest Bio Belinda Terro Mooney is an author, Catholic coa...

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A Saint for Every Day with Belinda Terro Mooney

Send us a text In this episode of Gotta Be Saints, I sit down with author and Catholic coach Belinda Terro Mooney to talk about living real friendship with Jesus and praying with the saints—especially on their feast days. With All Saints’ Day right around the corner, we dive into why the saints’ stories matter, how ordinary people become holy, and practical ways to invite the saints to intercede for your family, parish, and daily life. Guest Bio Belinda Terro Mooney is an author, Catholic coa...

6 days ago

54 minutes

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A Catholic Perspective on Conversion Therapy with Dr. Julia Sadusky

Send us a text In this episode of Gotta Be Saints, Brendan Gotta welcomes back Dr. Julia Sadusky, a clinical psychologist and author of Emerging Gender Identities: Understanding the Diverse Experiences of Today’s Youth. Together, they unpack the complex and often misunderstood topic of conversion therapy—how it’s defined, what the law says, and how Catholics can approach questions of faith, sexuality, and identity with both compassion and truth. From Colorado’s 2019 conversion therapy ban to ...

1 week ago

42 minutes

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Venerable Francis Xavier Cardinal Nguyen Van Thuan

Send us a text Cardinal Francis Xavier Nguyen Van Thuận spent 13 years imprisoned by the communist regime in Vietnam—nine of them in solitary confinement. In this moving conversation, his sister Elizabeth shares intimate family memories, the roots of his priestly vocation, and the crucible of prison where the Eucharist became his lifeline. She recounts how the meditations that became The Road of Hope were written and smuggled out, the small miracles that sustained him, and the day he was told...

3 weeks ago

41 minutes

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Broken Mary with Kevin Matthews

Send us a text In this episode, I am joined by Kevin Matthews, legendary Chicago radio personality and author of Broken Mary. For nearly two decades, Kevin was the voice millions tuned in to hear every morning. Known for his unforgettable characters, sold-out comedy shows, and larger-than-life presence, he seemed to be living at the peak of success. But in 2008, Kevin was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis—a diagnosis that reshaped his life and faith. Out of that brokenness came an unlikely en...

1 month ago

32 minutes

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The Risks and Opportunities of a Synodal Church with His Eminence Marc Cardinal Ouellet

Send us a text In this episode, I am joined by His Eminence, Cardinal Marc Ouellet, former Prefect of the Congregation for Bishops and author of Word, Sacrament, Charism: The Risks and Opportunities of a Synodal Church. Drawing on decades of leadership within the Church—including his roles in seminary formation, global episcopal appointments, and multiple synods—Cardinal Ouellet brings a deeply theological and pastoral lens to one of the most debated processes in the modern Church: synodality...

1 month ago

32 minutes

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Overcoming Sexual Addiction with Dann Aungst

Send us a text In this powerful and vulnerable episode of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, I’m joined by Dann Aungst, a certified addiction counselor, Catholic speaker, and founder of Road to Purity. Dann shares his courageous journey of recovery after more than 30 years of battling sexual addiction — and how God's grace, the sacraments, and healing from inner wounds led to freedom and a life of mission. 💥 Whether you struggle with addiction or want to better support those who do, Dan’s story rev...

2 months ago

46 minutes

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St. Elizabeth Ann Seton with Sr. Betty Ann McNeil

Send us a text In this episode of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, I’m joined by Sister Betty Ann McNeil, D.C., the foremost expert on Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, to explore the life, legacy, and spiritual depth of the first native-born American saint. As we approach the 50th anniversary of her canonization, Sister Betty Ann shares powerful insights into Mother Seton’s conversion, suffering, motherhood, and the founding of the Sisters of Charity — all rooted in a deep love for Christ and the Eucha...

2 months ago

32 minutes

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BBC Interview on the Jubilee for Digital Missionaries

Send us a text In this special episode, I share my recent conversation on BBC Radio where I had the chance to talk about the Jubilee for Digital Missionaries in Rome. Joining me for the discussion was fellow Catholic content creator Eliza Monts. Together, we reflect on what it means to evangelize in the digital space, the experiences we had during the Jubilee, and how events like this strengthen our mission to bring Christ to others online. What you’ll hear in this episode: How the Jubilee fo...

2 months ago

12 minutes

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St. Michael's Lent with Jamie Baxter

Send us a text In this episode of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, I’m joined by Jamie Baxter, founder of Exodus 90, to explore St. Michael’s Lent — a centuries-old devotion practiced by St. Francis of Assisi that still speaks powerfully to the challenges of our time. We talk about why this devotion, which runs from the Feast of the Assumption to the Feast of the Archangels, is worth reviving, and how disciplines like night vigils, fasting, and fraternity can help men (and women!) grow in freedom...

2 months ago

45 minutes

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Fulton J. Sheen - Convert Maker

Send us a text In this ]episode of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, we dive into the remarkable life and legacy of Venerable Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, one of the most influential Catholic voices of the 20th century. I’m joined by Sherry Hughes, author of the new book Fulton J. Sheen: Convert Maker, to explore the bold witness, deep spirituality, and evangelistic fire that marked Sheen’s life and ministry. Known for his groundbreaking use of radio and television, Fulton Sheen reached millions wi...

3 months ago

31 minutes

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Blessed Stanley Rother with Ennie Hickman

Send us a text In this special episode of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, we reflect on the life and legacy of Blessed Stanley Rother, the first U.S. born martyr. As we approach his feast day on July 28th, I am joined by Ennie Hickman, a missionary and speaker who has walked in the footsteps of Blessed Stanley in Guatemala. Ennie shares his deep connection to Stanley’s story and the inspiring lessons we can learn from his life. Blessed Stanley gave his life in martyrdom for the people of Guatema...

3 months ago

34 minutes

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The Mysteries of the Mass with Fr. Robert Nixon

Send us a text In this episode of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, I sit down with Father Robert Nixon, a translator and expert on St. Bonaventure's writings, to dive deep into the mysteries of the Mass through the lens of this great Doctor of the Church. Father Nixon shares his insights from his newly translated work, Expositzio Mise — an English translation of St. Bonaventure's profound exposition on the Mass. This episode takes listeners on a journey through the rich symbolism and mystery of t...

3 months ago

32 minutes

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Consecrate America to the Eucharist with Brian Walsh

Send us a text In this episode of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, I sit down with Brian Walsh — campaign spokesperson for Consecrate America and a member of Dynamic Catholic. Brian joins me to discuss the powerful movement of consecrating America to the Eucharist, a grassroots initiative that invites the faithful to place the Eucharist at the heart of our national life. This conversation dives into the deep significance of this consecration for our country and for the individual believer, as wel...

3 months ago

27 minutes

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I Killed Maria Goretti with Michael Lichens

Send us a text In this episode of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, I sit down with Michael Lichens — author, editor, and one of today’s best storytellers on Catholic saints and forgotten holy witnesses. Michael joins me to discuss I Killed Maria Goretti, a gripping true story about the life, martyrdom, and legacy of Saint Maria Goretti — and the stunning conversion of her murderer, Alessandro Serenelli. Originally written by Pietro Di Donato and newly republished by Sophia Institute Press, this b...

4 months ago

18 minutes

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Unsolicited Advice with George Weigel

Send us a text In this episode of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, I sit down with George Weigel — Catholic theologian, longtime papal biographer, and one of today’s most respected voices on faith, culture, and public life. George joins me to discuss his newest book, Pomp, Circumstance, and Unsolicited Advice, a collection of commencement speeches and university lectures he’s given over the years. But this conversation isn’t just about academia — it’s a wide-ranging reflection on wisdom, holiness...

4 months ago

30 minutes

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Cardinal George Pell with Tess Livingstone

In this episode of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, I sit down with Tess Livingstone—Australian journalist, longtime editor at The Australian, and author of the definitive biography of the late Cardinal George Pell. Tess offers a powerful and deeply informed reflection on the life, legacy, and final years of one of the most consequential and controversial Catholic figures of our time. Drawing on years of firsthand reporting, personal interviews, and her new biography, she helps us see Cardinal Pe...

4 months ago

33 minutes

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Pope Leo XIV with Fr. Joseph Fessio, S.J.

In this episode of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, I sit down with Fr. Joseph Fessio, S.J.—Jesuit priest, founder of Ignatius Press, and longtime student and friend of Pope Benedict XVI—to discuss the significance of having the first-ever American Pope and what it means for the Church and for each of us as Catholics. Drawing from decades of experience in theology, publishing, and spiritual mentorship, Fr. Fessio offers a rich and personal perspective on the papacies of John Paul II, Benedict XVI...

4 months ago

35 minutes

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From Calvinist to Catholic with Dr. Peter Kreeft

In this episode of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Peter Kreeft—Catholic philosopher, longtime Boston College professor, and author of over 100 books—for a candid and moving conversation about his personal conversion story, told in his latest book, From Calvinist to Catholic. Raised in a devout Calvinist household and educated at Calvin College, Dr. Kreeft’s journey to Catholicism was not a rebellion, but a pursuit of truth. With humor, humility, and deep clarity, he shares w...

5 months ago

32 minutes

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Piety and Personality: The Temperaments of the Saints

In this episode of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, I sit down with Rosemary McGuire Berry—Catholic author, pilgrimage leader, and storyteller—for a conversation that’s both practical and inspiring. Her new book, Piety and Personality: The Temperaments of the Saints, explores the ancient concept of temperaments and how understanding our personalities can lead us to holiness. Together, we discuss how the saints lived out virtue through their unique temperaments, and how we can do the same in our h...

5 months ago

34 minutes

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The Catholic Roots of Nagasaki with James Nolan

In this episode of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, I’m joined by Professor James Nolan, sociologist at Williams College and author of Atomic Doctors, for a powerful conversation on memory, martyrdom, and healing—centered on the Catholic history of Nagasaki and his work on the Nagasaki Bell Project. James shares the remarkable story of his grandfather, Dr. James Nolan, who served as a physician on the Manhattan Project and later traveled to Hiroshima and Nagasaki in the immediate aftermath of the...

5 months ago

38 minutes