In this heartfelt and refreshingly honest episode of Like A Mother, Katie McGrady sits down with Jennie Bradley Lichter, President of the March for Life, legal professional, and mother of three, for a conversation that’s equal parts personal testimony and cultural commentary. Jennie shares her journey from high-powered attorney, including roles at a major law firm, in the White House, and at Catholic University, to a mom discerning when to pull back, when to lean in, and how to prioritize her...
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In this heartfelt and refreshingly honest episode of Like A Mother, Katie McGrady sits down with Jennie Bradley Lichter, President of the March for Life, legal professional, and mother of three, for a conversation that’s equal parts personal testimony and cultural commentary. Jennie shares her journey from high-powered attorney, including roles at a major law firm, in the White House, and at Catholic University, to a mom discerning when to pull back, when to lean in, and how to prioritize her...
In this heartfelt and refreshingly honest episode of Like A Mother, Katie McGrady sits down with Jennie Bradley Lichter, President of the March for Life, legal professional, and mother of three, for a conversation that’s equal parts personal testimony and cultural commentary. Jennie shares her journey from high-powered attorney, including roles at a major law firm, in the White House, and at Catholic University, to a mom discerning when to pull back, when to lean in, and how to prioritize her...
In this special solo episode of Like A Mother, Katie McGrady steps away from the usual format to reflect on the heartbreaking tragedy at Annunciation Catholic School and Parish in Minneapolis, where a school shooting during Mass claimed the lives of two children and critically injured others. With raw honesty and a mother’s heart, Katie shares her personal reaction: the helplessness, the grief, the fear for her own children, and the overwhelming sadness felt across the Catholic community. She...
It’s within our homes that our kids learn how to be people – good people, virtuous people, holy people. Elizabeth Busby shares how we can build a home that is rooted in trust, gives space for our kids to learn to be themselves and grow in virtue, and offers practical insights into what moms must do to maintain not only their sanity, but their sanctity. Links: https://tobinstitute.org/events/fresh-start/ An OSV Podcasts original. Discover more ways to live, learn, and love y...
Originally aired in December 2022, this conversation with Emily Frase remains one of our most downloaded episodes—and for good reason. Emily gets real about the complicated, unfiltered reality of NFP, Catholic motherhood, and what happens when doing everything “right” still leads to suffering. Her honesty struck a chord with so many listeners navigating similar tensions in their own marriages, spiritual lives, and motherhood. Emily is the founder of Total Whine, a ministry and platform where ...
When catastrophic floods devastated the Texas Hill Country earlier this month, Kathryn Whitaker responded with action—raising $34,000 in just a few days to directly support impacted families through gift cards distributed via 4-H agents and local parishes. In this raw and timely episode, Kathryn and Katie McGrady talk about grief, generosity, trauma, and what it means to show up for others in moments of profound tragedy. Together, they explore: The psychological toll of weather disastersWhy p...
When Pope Francis passed away in April 2025, Catholic media entered an intense and emotional season of reporting. Among those on the ground in Rome was Gretchen R. Crowe, Editor-in-Chief of OSV News and a Catholic mom of three. In this episode, Katie McGrady talks with Gretchen about the whirlwind of covering a papal funeral, the interregnum, and the election of Pope Leo, all while navigating the personal cost of being away from her family. Links: Visit OSV News for coverage and daily u...
What if the best way to raise a curious, creative, and confident child… is to let them be bored? This week on Like A Mother, Katie McGrady is joined by Catholic school librarian and mother of two boys, Elizabeth Nava, to talk about parenting through summer break, encouraging a love for reading, and why building a “capacity for boredom” might be the best gift you can give your kids. They unpack: The joy of summer reading competitions (and Outback Steakhouse gift cards)How to actually get your ...
In this rewind-worthy conversation, Katie is joined by Elizabeth Nava — Catholic mom, school librarian, homemaker, Etsy shop owner, and everyday theologian of the domestic church. Together, they dive deep into the danger of absolutes in motherhood — the “I’ll always” and “I’ll never” — and explore what real discernment looks like in the mess of everyday life. Elizabeth shares candidly about her identity as a homemaker, navigating secondary infertility, returning to work for the sake of her fa...
"Joy is a fact, not a feeling. Christ is our joy — whether we feel it or not." - Dr. Peter Kreeft In the midst of life’s whirlwind — from papal funerals and conclave coverage to First Communion prep and family chaos — Katie McGrady sits down with renowned Catholic philosopher and author Dr. Peter Kreeft for a conversation unlike any other on Like a Mother. Together, they dive deep into the mystery of joy — what it really means, how it's deeper than fleeting feelings, and why trust in Go...
When Pope Francis passed away on Easter Monday during the Jubilee Year of Hope, the world stopped—and so did a family trip to Rome. In this deeply personal episode of Like A Mother, host Katie McGrady opens her heart to share the intimate, real-time journey of processing the death of Pope Francis. From receiving the call to cover his funeral for CNN and SiriusXM, to breaking the news to her young daughters, Katie invites listeners into the sacred tension of grief, history, and motherhood. She...
What’s it like to balance the bright lights of Hollywood with the everyday chaos of motherhood? Emmy-winning actress Patricia Heaton joins host Katie McGrady for a raw, funny, and inspiring conversation about juggling stardom and family life. In this must-listen episode of Like A Mother, Heaton opens up about:- Her journey from aspiring actress to TV icon in Everybody Loves Raymond and The Middle- How raising her own kids shaped the way she played America’s favorite sitcom moms- The role of f...
Sister Josephine Garrett’s second season of Hope Stories explores various mental health diagnoses and explains the value of seeking healing through the lens of hope. She also shares how hope can be a foundation for moms, even in the midst of challenges or hardships in motherhood. Learn more about Sr. Josephine at: https://nazarethcsfn.org/https://www.instagram.com/sr_josephine/Hope Stories with Sister Josephine Garrett, Season TwoJourney to a new depth of hope, even in seemingly i...
Sharing the faith in our homes isn’t just a matter of saying “believe this” or “do that.” It’s a chance to cultivate a sense of wonder, awe, and joy in the Lord. Director of children’s content for Hallow, Ashley Lenz, shares how on the Hallow app and in her own home, she is helping craft moments of encounter and prayer for little ones to meet Jesus and grow to love the Church. https://hallow.com/ An OSV Podcasts original. Discover more ways to live, learn, and love your Catholic faith...
We want our kids to “behave,” both at home and in public. But “good behavior” isn’t just for our own peace of mind or for the sake of calm children…it’s a way to honor the people we’re around, and when we have “good manners,” it isn’t a haughty pursuit to make others feel bad: it’s a chance to show the goodness of humanity, ours and those we are with. Etiquette coach and trainer Claire Couche, joins us to talk about how good manners actually help us have good morals and help us prepare for he...
How do moms find “their thing” and thrive, and how can each mom navigate their lane with confidence, joy, and hope? Host of the CNBC shows “The Exchange” and “Power Lunch,” Kelly Evans shares how being a working mom on live television five days a week helps her be a great mom at home, with five kids and one on the way. An OSV Podcasts original. Discover more ways to live, learn, and love your Catholic faith at osvpodcasts.com. Sharing stories, starting conversations.
A few weeks after joining “Like a Mother” to talk about writing, ministry to moms, navigating loss, and finding ways to be creative even when life is heavy and hard, Laura Kelly Fanucci was diagnosed with breast cancer. It changed everything, in every aspect of her life, and two years later, she’s back to tell us the story, what she’s learned, and how she appreciates life in a new way these days. This episode is sponsored by 52 Sundays, an initiative of the Archdiocese of Detroit. Sign...
Jackie Francois Angel, wife, mother of 5, speaker, and author of the new “Memorize Scripture” helps explain how keeping Scripture at the forefront of our minds is the best way to stay grounded, patient, and present as moms. When the Word of God is stuck in our heads, like the lyrics of a favorite song, then we are able to more peacefully and joyfully embrace the challenges of each day, and are able to remember the joy of the vocation of motherhood. LINK: https://www.avemariapress.com/produc...
In this episode of Like a Mother with Katie McGrady, Heather Khym returns to discuss the transitions of motherhood, particularly the shift to empty nesting. Heather shares insights into letting God guide your children's lives, balancing parental authority and freedom, and cultivating a Catholic worldview. The conversation touches on practical tips for mothers, the challenges of parenting grown children in today’s complex world and maintaining a personal relationship with Jesus. Heather also t...
In this episode of Like a Mother, host Katie engages in a heartfelt conversation with Clare Sheaf, a new mom and recent co-author of the Catholic Kids Cookbook. They discuss the pressures and joys of motherhood, the significance of building family traditions, and the importance of balancing digital life with real-life connections. Clare shares her experiences growing up in a large Catholic family and how it influences her approach to parenting and faith. The episode also touches on the value ...
In this special OSV-FOCUS collab episode, Katie McGrady talks to Kelsey Skoch about being a mom in ministry, how to balance “on stage” with “at home”, and they explore the value of bringing a family to big events, like SEEK, the National Eucharistic Congress, and other large ministry gatherings. Kelsey shares her experience with FOCUS and how she became involved in a ministry that’s changed her life and the lives of countless others, and how her time as a FOCUS missionary has impacted her mot...
In this heartfelt and refreshingly honest episode of Like A Mother, Katie McGrady sits down with Jennie Bradley Lichter, President of the March for Life, legal professional, and mother of three, for a conversation that’s equal parts personal testimony and cultural commentary. Jennie shares her journey from high-powered attorney, including roles at a major law firm, in the White House, and at Catholic University, to a mom discerning when to pull back, when to lean in, and how to prioritize her...
