Always Hope

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Always Hope episodes

March 23, 2021 068 – How to Talk about Racism with Dr. Angel Parham
Is there a way to talk about race and social inequality that is not ideologically driven? Yes, there is! It involves putting people, community, and dialogue at the center of the conversation before jumping into politics and policy. Joining Dr. Mario Sacasa on the show today is Dr. Angel Parham, Reverend Joseph H. Fichter, S.J. …
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1 hr 4 min
March 09, 2021 067 – Dating Do’s and Don’ts with Regina Boyd
You asked and we answered! After soliciting questions from listeners and followers on social media, Dr. Mario Sacasa welcomes Regina Boyd (a licensed marriage and family therapist from Orlando, FL) to provide answers rooted in their counseling expertise, faith, and personal experiences. If you have questions about how to date well, this is your episode! …
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1 hr 22 min
February 23, 2021 066 – Let’s Innovate Together with Dr. Matt Smith
Dr. Mario Sacasa welcomes Dr. Matt Smith, Director of Strategic Alliances at OSV Institute for Catholic Innovation, to talk about the importance of encouraging innovation in the Church today and how Catholics can embrace their inner creative. They also discuss the history of Our Sunday Visitor, the recent rebranding, and their new initiatives: the OSV …
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56 min
February 09, 2021 065 – Shame Shame Go Away with Dr. Peter Malinoski
Dr. Mario Sacasa welcomes Dr. Peter Malinoski from Souls and Hearts to discuss the ins and outs of shame. In this episode, they offer the five elements of shame, seeing when shame is is helpful, and when it becomes problematic. They discuss ways to be aware of how shame manifests in your life and how …
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1 hr 3 min
January 27, 2021 064 – Reflections on Anxiety with Dr. Tom Neal
Dr. Mario is back! After fighting off of Covid for the past 2 months, it’s time for new episodes of the podcast! Today, he and Dr. Tom Neal engage in a relaxed and vulnerable discussion about anxiety. This episode is filled with depth and humor as they share personal stories about anxiety, its implication to …
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1 hr 10 min
November 24, 2020 063 – Online Dating with Kateri Bean
Joining Dr. Mario on the podcast is Kateri Bean, the content manager at CatholicMatch. Kateri offers some practical tips that get you rolling online. In today’s episode we discuss how to setup an effective profile online, creative ideas for virtual dates, how to make the transition from online dating to meeting in person, ideas for …
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57 min
November 10, 2020 062 – Boundaries are Good with Dr. Gerry Crete
Dr. Mario Sacasa welcomes Dr. Gerry Crete, marriage therapist and co-founder of the online ministry Souls and Hearts. They talk about the importance of setting boundaries in relationships, the dangers of poor boundaries in relationships and at work, and how to reclaim some stability. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drmariosacasa/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmariosacasa/ Websites mentioned in the show: Souls and …
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58 min
November 02, 2020 061 – Election Encouragement
Dr. Mario Sacasa offers a few words of encouragement heading into the election, recounting his immigration story, reminding everyone that achieving the American dream is still possible, and that Jesus is still Lord regardless of who wins the election. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drmariosacasa/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmariosacasa/
12 min
October 20, 2020 060 – Person of Hope: Fr Jim Schmitmeyer
I’ve dedicated this show to help you grow in your spiritual and emotional health. And while most of my shows have a specific theme or topic focused on growth areas, I’m trying something different today. For a while, I’ve wanted to not just do shows on themes but about people; I’ve wanted to interview “Persons …
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1 hr 3 min
October 06, 2020 059 – What Happened with Humanae Vitae? with Dr. Theresa Notare
Humanae Vitae was the landmark encyclical by Pope Paul VI reaffirming the Catholic Church’s teachings against contraception. What was going in 1968, why did Paul VI see the need to write this encyclical, and why was there such a pushback against it? Joining me on the show is Dr. Theresa Notare, the assistant director of …
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1 hr 17 min

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Always Hope provides solutions to a better life that are anchored in faith and psychological science. Dr. Mario Sacasa, LMFT, brings his years of counseling experience to the table and welcomes experts and friends to tackle challenging topics related to dating, marriage, and uncertainty in life. Started in 2018, the show has garnered a worldwide audience and is one the best podcasts that blends Catholicism with mental health and personal development. New episodes drop every other Wednesday.