When we hear the words of John 15:13, “No one has greater love than this, to lay down one’s life for one’s friends” most of us assume it’s a metaphor, not a literal call. But on June 18, that verse became a lived reality.

Three friends, Val Creus, Matt Schoenecker, and Matt Anthony lost their lives in an act of heroic brotherhood. When Val jumped into the swimming hole at Rattlesnake Falls and called for help, both Matts jumped in after him without hesitation. Today, we’re joined by their close friend and fellow Opus Dei member, Matt Bowman, who shares how these men were remarkable not just in their final sacrifice, but in the way they lived: humbly, joyfully, and always in service to others, drawing people closer to Christ. We also remember another quiet hero, diver Juan Heredia, who risked his own life to recover their bodies and bring some measure of peace to grieving families. Their story reminds us to live with purpose, to love without delay, and to lead others to the source of all love: Christ Himself.

Zephyr Institue: https://www.zephyr.org/

Juan's Angel Diver site: https://angelsrecoverydiveteam.org/

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00:00:00 - Intro

00:04:01 - Understanding Opus Dei

00:09:04 - Seven Weeks Coffee

00:10:01 - Is DaVinci Code Accurate?

00:12:53 - Response to Vatican II

00:16:27 - What happened in the accident?

00:29:16 - Hallow

00:30:06 - The Rescue Mission

00:36:58 - Covenant Eyes

00:38:02 - Who is Val?

01:00:43 - Matt Schoenecker

01:16:21 - Matt Anthony

01:32:52 - Life after Matts and Val

01:36:00 - Healthy Male Friendship

Ariel Fitz had it all until tragedy left her and her family homeless. Thrown into a new school where she didn’t speak the language, Ariel struggled to adjust and fell into depression and doubt. But God wasn’t done.

Through deep trials, Ariel’s faith was rebuilt and so was her life. When she felt called to leave a traditional career and start creating TikTok content and music, it was a leap of radical surrender. That leap turned into a viral ministry reaching millions.

In this episode, Ariel shares her powerful testimony, her unexpected rise on TikTok, and how faith fuels her music career. Her story is living proof that when God leads, anything is possible.

Ariel’s website: https://www.arielfitzpatrick.com/

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00:00:00 - Intro

00:03:08 - Ariel’s Background

00:09:06 - Seven Weeks

00:10:02 - Experiencing Homelessness

00:19:25 - I Renounced God

00:25:57 - Nimi Skincare

00:27:04 - Sharing struggles with family

00:32:16 - Moral education from parents

00:34:52 - Hallow

00:35:42 - Moral issues in Christianity

00:41:49 - Starting TikTok

00:45:42 - Discerning God’s voice

00:52:00 - Became a student of TikTok

01:12:33 - Ariel’s music and singing

“Obedience” in marriage is a loaded word—what does it really mean? Are women expected to submit like servants? Is Christian marriage inherently unequal? Or is there something deeper, more beautiful, and profoundly mutual at play?

Today I’m joined by Mary Stanford, who has spent her career unpacking this very paradox. How can a woman “submit” as described in Ephesians 5 and still be a full, free, and equal partner in marriage?

Mary dives into the God-given differences between men and women—how our bodies and dispositions reflect distinct, complementary gifts—and how this complementarity can lead to deep unity and even fruitfulness, both literally and spiritually.

This topic isn’t without controversy. The line between holy submission and enabling harmful dynamics is razor thin. Join the conversation in the comments and help us wrestle with one of the most misunderstood teachings in Scripture.

Obedience Paradox book: https://www.amazon.com/Obedience-Paradox-Finding-Freedom-Marriage/dp/1681926954

Mary's faculty website: https://www.christendom.edu/academics/undergraduate-faculty/mary-stanford/

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00:00:00 - Intro

00:06:39 - Few people have parents as model relationships

00:10:40 - Good Ranchers

00:11:52 - Key successes in Mary’s parent’s marriage

00:19:04 - What did fighting and resolution look like?

00:23:11 - EveryLife

00:24:11 - What is the Obedience Paradox?

00:32:26 - Man as an instrument

00:36:22 - We Heart Nutrition

00:37:20 - What does submission mean?

00:51:01 - The temptation for women

00:54:30 - What are women’s fallen traits?

01:08:38 - Do’s/Don’ts of Biblical Submission

01:27:13 - Final thoughts

Can sexual attraction shift? Can we rewire how past trauma affects us?

Dr. Joseph Nicolosi Jr. explores these questions through Reintegrative Therapy—a trauma-focused, evidence-based approach designed for those experiencing unwanted sexual attractions. Critics label it "conversion therapy," but Nicolosi argues it’s something entirely different.

In this episode, he explains how resolving deep-rooted trauma can sometimes lead to changes in sexual attractions and why this method is so controversial in today’s world. As the son of a pioneering psychologist, Dr. Nicolosi brings decades of clinical insight to a conversation that challenges post-modern cultural taboos and common assumptions.

Dr Nicolosi's website: https://www.reintegrativetherapy.com/

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00:00 - Intro

00:02:48 - Dr Nicolosi Sr’s Groundbreaking Work

13:39 - Nimi Skin Care

14:45 - Can people shift their attractions and desires?

24:48 - Covenant Eyes

25:52 - Monogamy and Homosexuality

33:23 - EveryLife

34:23 - Causes of SSA

00:46:17 - Temperaments and SSA

00:49:08 - “Unwanted” SSA and Re-wiring the Brain

00:53:02 - APA pretends not to acknowledge the data

00:57:03 - Sexual Ab*se Patterns in patients

01:02:36 - People who therapy didn’t work?

01:06:17 - Trevor Project and Su*cidality

01:14:02 - Supreme Court Case

A disturbing trend is sweeping Gen Z—and it’s making headlines in The New Yorker, The Guardian, Time Magazine, and NPR. It’s called No Contact: young people aren’t just disagreeing with their parents—they’re cutting them off entirely.

In an age where ideological conformity is demanded, even a hint of dissent can be grounds for exile. Radical acceptance is the new litmus test—and conservative parents are failing by default. Instead of sticking with the families who raised them, many are replacing them with “chosen family” that affirms every belief and lifestyle.

Author Noelle Mering is sounding the alarm in her upcoming book, exposing how authoritarian ideas are driving a wedge through families—and how parents can fight back with truth, boundaries and love.

Theology of Home website: https://theologyofhome.com/

Noelle's website: https://www.noellemering.com/

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00:00:00 - Intro00:02:46 - ‘No Contact’00:05:24 - Noelle’s background00:10:27 - Nimi Skincare00:11:31 - Did covid play a role?00:13:59 - Most tragic Gen-Z no contact story?00:21:16 - We Heart Nutrition00:22:14 - Rejecting older generations00:28:17 - Modern distaste for children00:34:16 - Seven Weeks00:35:23 - Maximilian Kolbe and Self Sacrifice00:43:15 - Left-wing authoritarianism00:46:28 - Honest progressives are good at self-correction00:51:46 - How to respond to this movement?00:59:35 - How can parents affirm children?01:03:47 - Therapy01:09:01 - Hopes from her book:

Becket Cook was living what many would call a dream life—working in Hollywood, dating men, and surrounded by celebrities. But beneath the surface, he felt an ache that nothing in that world could satisfy. One day at a café, he noticed a group of young people doing a Bible study and struck up a conversation. That led to an invitation to church—and during that very first visit, the Holy Spirit met him powerfully. In this episode, Becket shares his journey from acting on same-sex attraction to finding true identity, purpose, and peace in Christ. His journey will challenge you, inspire you, and point you back to the One who satisfies.

Becket's channel: ⁨https://youtube.com/@becketcook

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00:00:00 - Intro

00:02:59 - Becket’s background

00:10:07 - Seven Weeks

00:10:49 - Gay clubs in Dallas

00:13:28 - How did Becket respond to the abuse?

00:23:13 - Covenant Eyes

00:24:22 - What causes SSA?

00:28:30 - How did you interpret the abuse as a kid?

00:31:56 - Good Ranchers

00:33:06 - A woman with a similar story

00:34:35 - Don’t do sleepovers

00:38:45 - Sensitive men and the ‘gaydar’

00:39:43 - I assumed my SSA would go away

00:43:55 - Did you have faith during these years?

00:47:59 - Why is Bible so clear on homosexuality?

00:49:18 - “Jesus never talked about it”

00:51:23 - Gay clubs at 14?!

00:55:50 - Did your parents suspect anything? / Permissive childhoods

01:02:16 - When did you come out as gay?

01:14:38 - His mother’s prayer

01:24:36 - How did the transformation happen?

01:43:52 - Original Sin

01:50:44 - The gift of faith

01:59:19 - Why he doesn’t say ‘gay’

02:02:48 - How did your parents respond?

02:06:09 - Becket’s message for the world today

In today's episode my dear friend Stephanie Gray Connors—renowned pro-life apologist and global speaker—joins me to share the behind-the-scenes story of how she found love at 40 (yes, I played matchmaker!).

Stephanie gets real about the heartache of waiting, the tension between her calling and her longing for marriage, and the unexpected ways God showed up—through deep friendship, purpose-driven work, and eventually, a saintly husband.

If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s too late for your dreams, this conversation will remind you: God’s timing is perfect.

Stephanie’s website: https://loveunleasheslife.com/about

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00:00:00 - Intro

00:03:37 - Stephanie’s background

00:10:48 - Cozy Earth

00:11:44 - Career vs Family

00:22:15 - Good Ranchers

00:23:30 - Career vs Family Pt II

00:27:30 - I would cry myself to sleep

00:34:39 - EveryLife

00:35:49 - Friendship and the best moments in my life

00:42:00 - Common Needs

00:44:08 - Being loved vs being recognized

00:45:49 - Singleness in 30s

00:51:01 - 50 y/o who got married

00:55:17 - We idolize many things

01:01:00 - Mad at God

01:03:00 - Holy people get overlooked

01:19:05 - Would you go through it again?

01:20:48 - Are women too picky?

01:22:57 - Stephanie’s book on IVF

Josh Hammer—lawyer, foreign policy expert, and editor-at-large at Newsweek—joins the show to break down the latest escalation in the Middle East, including the U.S. striking Iranian nuclear sites with bunker-busting bombs.

We get into it: U.S. foreign policy, non-interventionism, and the bigger picture Americans need to understand right now. Josh pushes back on the isolationist take—and his arguments are worth hearing.

He also shares a personal account of fleeing Israel with his family as tensions exploded on the ground.

We can't afford to stay uninformed—let’s keep the conversation going.

Josh’s X: https://x.com/josh_hammer?lang=en

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