Send us a textIt's the 158th episode of Hear and Now Podcast! In this episode of the Hear and Now Podcast, we are introducing 'The Sacred Pause Collection,' a new series designed to offer moments of peace and reflection amidst the hectic holiday season. As the first installment, this episode focuses on creating a serene space for quiet contemplation, encouraging you to find comfort and rest. We guide a meditation, inviting you to light a candle and engage in prayers and reflections, rem...

Send us a textIt's the 157th episode of Hear and Now Podcast! Tune in to hear a recap of the last few months of saint chasers from our amazing guests! Listen in as our guests explore saints like St. Joan of Arc, St. Gertrude, and St. Andre Bessette through storytelling and personal experiences. Various saints such as St. Hildegard, St. Gianna Molla, St. Mary Magdalene, and St. John Paul II are mentioned, highlighting their significance in the hosts' and guests' lives. Browse the ShopSain...

Send us a textIt's the 156th episode of Hear and Now Podcast! Heather and Sophia are joined by their guest, Kathryn Whitaker, a sixth-generation Texan, author, and mom, to talk about faith, family, and the joys and challenges of caregiving. Kathryn shares her journey as a NICU mom, her conversion to Catholicism, and how she finds strength in faith to navigate life’s layers of resilience. From Texas homecoming mums and football traditions to her favorite saints and upcoming pilgrimage, Kathryn...

Send us a textIt's the 155th episode of Hear and Now Podcast! Heather and Sophia are joined by their guest, Lamar Hanna, to talk about life after loss, the journey of grief, and how we can suffer well. In this episode, we explore the ripple effect of grief, the journey of finding hope amidst pain, and how faith helps navigate the darkest seasons. Lamar shares his powerful story of losing his wife, Jessica, to cancer, and how he's continued her mission of faith and grace. We discuss the themes...

Send us a textIt's the 154th episode of Hear and Now Podcast! Heather and Sophia are back for another episode of Roundtable Ramblings. We talk about navigating life's transitions, personal struggles, and finding healing and peace through faith. We explore themes of grief, the loss of loved ones, the changing seasons, and the challenge of major life events. Join us for a reflection on the importance of living in the present, discerning God's will, and the comfort found in scripture, particular...

Send us a textIt's the 153rd episode of Hear and Now Podcast! Heather and Sophia are joined by their guest, Steffani Aquila, to discuss her new book, Festive Faith, a handbook on celebrating Catholic traditions through the year and around the world. We also talk about what it means to live the liturgy, the writing process for her book, which is designed to provide practical advice for living the liturgical year in a relatable way for individuals, families, and communities. We also touch on th...

Send us a textIt's the 152nd episode of Hear and Now Podcast! Heather and Sophia are joined by their guest, Kate Stapleton, to discuss the story that God wrote in her life, from music, to adoption, to touring the country, and so much more. This is an intimate, vulnerable, and powerful episode you won't want to miss. Listen to the Stapletons on Spotify.Support them on Venmo: @thestapletonsmusicFind Heather: Website, Instagram, ShopFind Sophia: Website, Instagram, TikTokFind Kate: Instagra...

Send us a textIt's the 151st episode of Hear and Now Podcast! Heather and Sophia are joined by their guest, Justine Callis, to discuss her conversion to Catholicism, her new project launching on August 15th, the Bread of Life, and the Eucharistic Revival. Theology of ConversionWhat is the Magisterium?Ignatian SpiritualitySt. Paul Center1 Peter 3:15 "but in your hearts reverence Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to make a defense to any one who calls you to account for the hope that is i...

Send us a textIt's the 150th episode of Hear and Now Podcast! Heather and Sophia are joined by their guest, Andres Donovan, to discuss his work as a FOCUS Missionary and what it means to be an unapologetic Catholic in this day and age. Support AndresFind Heather: Website, Instagram, ShopFind Sophia: Website, Instagram, TikTokFind Andres: Instagram, EmailPlease join us in prayer for Andres and all the missionaries around the world! Interested in sponsoring or being a guest? Email us:...

Send us a textIt's the 149th episode of Hear and Now Podcast! Heather and Sophia are joined by their guest, Mari Kuhlman, to discuss her story of living a life of hope after a tragic loss. Links Mentioned:Pregnancy AnnouncementNCR PostWedding VideoNCR ArticleFind Heather: Website, Instagram, ShopFind Sophia: Website, Instagram, TikTokFind Mari: InstagramPlease join us in prayer for Mari as she awaits the arrival of her baby boy, Raphael Patrick! Interested in sponsoring or being a g...

Send us a textIt's the 148th episode of Hear and Now Podcast! Join Heather and Sophia for roundtable ramblings as they talk about living fully alive in loss, discernment of God's Will, and more. Links Mentioned:Called to LifeFind Heather: Website, Instagram, ShopFind Sophia: Website, Instagram, TikTokInterested in sponsoring or being a guest? Email us: hearandnowpod@gmail.comFollow the podcast on Instagram: @hearandnowpodcastIf you wish to support our apostolate, Hear and Now Podcast, yo...

Send us a textIt's the 147th episode of Hear and Now Podcast! Heather and Sophia are joined by their guest, Jennifer Nelson, to talk about her new book Super J, the Saints, and the Sacred Heart.Links Mentioned:12 Promises of the Sacred HeartSt. John VianneySuper J the BookSam Estrada ArtJérôme LejeuneImage of Jess and JenHearts of Joy InternationalFind Heather: Website, Instagram, ShopFind Sophia: Website, Instagram, TikTokFind Jen: Website, InstagramInterested in sponsoring or being a guest?...

Send us a textIt's the 146th episode of Hear and Now Podcast! Heather and Sophia are joined by their guest, Dr. Joshua Miller, to talk about conformity to God's will, the love God has for us, Pope John Paul II, and our personal vocation. Links Mentioned:Episode #92 with Dr. MillerFulfillment Stories TemplateOne Thing NecessaryLYPV SeminarWhat Does God Want BookCalled to LifeChristifideles LaiciFind Heather: Website, Instagram, ShopFind Sophia: Website, Instagram, TikTokFind Dr. Miller: W...

Send us a textIt's the 145th episode of Hear and Now Podcast! Heather and Sophia are joined by their guest, Susan Husband, to chat about motherhood, raising boys, virtue, being the first models of Christ, and so much more.Links Mentioned:Family MantrasStrengthening Brotherly BondsBooks I’ve read (and re-read lately) :The Ghost KeeperThe Shadow of His WingsPastoral SongHannah CoulterSpiritual Reading:The Way, Furrow, The Forge (St. Josemaria, always reading these!)When You FastWhen You PrayCur...

Send us a textIt's the 144th episode of Hear and Now Podcast! Heather and Sophia are joined by their guest, Dr. Nichole Morris, to chat about homeopathy, infertility, the gift of our bodies. cycle syncing and more. Links Mentioned:Shop Dr. Morris SupplementsWork with Dr. MorrisDr. Morris' RecommendationsSt. Gerard Find Heather: Website, Instagram, ShopFind Sophia: Website, Instagram, TikTokFind Dr. Nichole: Website, InstagramInterested in sponsoring or being a guest? Email us: hearandnow...

Send us a textIt's the 143rd episode of Hear and Now Podcast! Heather and Sophia are joined by their guest, Patrick O'Hearn, to chat about the writer life, the saints, the Eucharist, Patrick's books and their vocations.Links Mentioned:Patrick's Visit to Our ParishOur Lady of SorrowsGo and Fear Nothing30 Day Eucharistic RevivalCourtship of the SaintsParents of the SaintsThe Grief of DadsNursery of HeavenThe Shepherd at the Crib and CrossMore about St. AdelaideFind Heather: Website, Instagram, ...

Send us a textIt's the 142nd episode of Hear and Now Podcast! Heather and Sophia are joined by their guest, Denise Trull, to chat about the writer life, the cross of motherhood, and living in the present moment. Links Mentioned:Guilt by Caryll HouselanderAbandonment to Divine ProvidenceTheology of HomeSostenutoDappled ThingsFind Heather: Website, Instagram, ShopFind Sophia: Website, Instagram, TikTokFind Denise: SubstackInterested in sponsoring or being a guest? Email us: hearandnowpod@g...

Send us a textIt's the 141st episode of Hear and Now Podcast! Heather and Sophia are joined by their guest, Melody Lyons, to chat about natural healing and her book, The Sunshine Principle.Thank you to Soul Core for sponsoring today's episode. A listing of all locations offering SoulCore can be found on their website. Upcoming SoulCore Events:6-week course on The Beauty in the Suffering begins April 18thMovement for Mary Challenge during the month of MaySoulCore Discovery Retreat in June...

Send us a textIt's the 140th episode of Hear and Now Podcast! Heather and Sophia are joined by their guest, Monét Souza, to chat about her brand, A Message of Hope and being anchored in faith and family. Links Mentioned:Jason EvertA Message of HopeLifeTeenAnchoredFind Heather: Website, Instagram, ShopFind Sophia: Website, Instagram, TikTokFind Monet: Website, InstagramInterested in sponsoring or being a guest? Email us: hearandnowpod@gmail.comFollow the podcast on Instagram: @hearandnowpodcas...

Send us a textAnd we're back! After a year-long sabbatical, Hear and Now Podcast has finally returned for a new season all about healing and restoration. If you're new here or don't know why we went on sabbatical, read this post: April 28It's the 139th episode of Hear and Now Podcast! Heather and Sophia are joined by their guest, Amanda Vernon, to chat about her season of healing and sabbatical. Links Mentioned:Browse the ShopTheology of the Body ResourcesEpisode 90 featuring Amanda Chr...