Romance is a tricky topic for many of us; while we might strive for it, oftentimes actually finding it is a monumental challenge. Today, however, we're examining romance on a higher-level, wondering 'Does romance really matter?', and, if so, how can we actually create it?

Trending's Resident Matchmaker, Cristina Pineda, joins us with her perspective to unpack the hidden importance of romance, and examples of celebrities that exemplify traits you can internalize to improve your romantic repertoire...

Unpacking the writings and lives of St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross also known as St. Edith Stein and (3:23) Fr. Tim Grumbach joins Trending with Timmerie to discuss St. Alphonsus Liguori (27:43).  

Resources mentioned : 

Essays on Women 

https://www.amazon.com/Essays-Woman-Collected-English-German/dp/0935216596

Aunt Edith: The Jewish Heritage of a Catholic Saint https://www.templegate.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=212&osCsid=98kjvkf4ehekgjurobopnje211

Visits to the Blessed Sacrament: https://tanbooks.com/products/books/discounts-sales/booklets-bulk-pricing/visits-to-the-blessed-sacrament/   

Uniformity with God’s Will: 

https://tanbooks.com/products/books/discounts-sales/5-books/uniformity-with-gods-will 

In the wake of COVID, we've seen many rapid changes in our society -- especially among our youth. One of these changes has been an exacerbation of time spent on social media, specifically among young girls...

We dive into why this trend has led to increased isolation and depression, and further, why this is seemingly leading to an increase among young girls in cases of gender dysphoria and other gender disorders.

Abel Garcia joins Trending with Timmerie to share his story of rejecting being a man and being ushered into an LGBTQ idenity by a counselor, insurance company, primary care physician, and surgeons. Abel share the aftermath of cross sex hormones, testosterone blockers, and top surgery.  

Resources mentioned : 

https://www.theepochtimes.com/mkt_app/detransitioner-suffers-irreversible-harm-fears-sterility_4723087.html?welcomeuser=1 

https://www.reintegrativetherapy.com/ 

https://sexchangeregret.com/ 

Irreversible Damage of “Gender Affirming Care”

https://relevantradio.com/2022/06/irreversible-damage-of-gender-affirming-care/

Sex Change Regret & Should a Child Choose their Gender?https://relevantradio.com/2020/10/sex-change-regret-should-a-child-choose-their-gender/ 

It's no secret that Millennials, and now Gen Z, have experienced a decline in both their marriage rate and their birth rate. But why, exactly?

We break down the motivations that have led to this stagnation, and identify the biological, social, and faith perspectives on why getting married younger isn't the problem society makes it out to be...

The Blessed Mother is an example for us in so many ways, but you might not be aware of this one…

We dive into the meaning of ‘Transcendence’, and break down how this quality of the Blessed Mother is truly the highest form of happiness!

Former abortion provider and now pro-life OB/GYN Dr. John Bruchalski joins Trending with Timmerie to discuss whether to save mom or save the baby (2:41) and whether there should be restrictions on abortion (26:09). Be ready to vote NO against a radical pro-abortion amendment to the state constitutions in California, Michigan, and Vermont  (42:42).  How The American College of OBGYNs (ACOG)  changed the definition of conception (44:24).  How to respond to the pro-abortion argument “People have different situations and can’t take care of a baby” (48:40).  

Resources mentioned : 

Last episode with Dr. Bruchalski sharing his story of conversion from abortion provider to pro-life doctor  

https://relevantradio.com/2022/08/former-abortionist-serena-williams-on-motherhood/

Two Patients – My Conversion from Abortion to Life-Affirming Medicine

https://ignatius.com/two-patients-digital-tpe/

Tepeyac OB/GYN

https://tepeyacobgyn.com/ 

While it isn't frequently covered, truly horrifying research occurs mind-rattlingly often on aborted babies throughout the world. In this research, what becomes most apparent to even the most hard-hearted, pro-choice listener is the true humanity that these children really have.

Listen as we break down four studies that occurred recently at institutions you will undoubtedly look at differently going forward...

Celebrity and royal matchmaker Cristina Pineda joins Trending with Timmerie discussing dating: Friends star Matthew Perry’s new dating standards, and what you need if you’re a type A woman (2:01).  Is there truth to the saying “happy wife, happy life”? (21:05) Practical tips and tons of resources for struggling with health, food and fertility and how husbands can help (36:43). 

Resources mentioned : 

NaPro Physician to help treat postpartum depression with progesterone 

Fertility/infertility specialist – NaPro Physicians

https://fertilitycare.org/find-a-mc

Telehealth NaPro Physicians

https://naturalwomanhood.org/find-a-doctor/telehealth/

Find a Catholic Therapist 

http://catholictherapists.com/ 

Food & Cookbook Resources Mentioned 

30 Day Thyroid Reset Book https://www.amazon.com/30-Day-Thyroid-Reset-Plan-Disarming/dp/162414571X

Episode how to get pregnant

https://relevantradio.com/2022/09/how-to-get-pregnant-shia-lebeouf-becomes-catholic-2/ 

Autoimmune Paleo Cookbook https://www.amazon.com/Autoimmune-Paleo-Cookbook-Allergen-Free-Approach/dp/0578135213/ref=sr_1_9?keywords=aip+paleo+cookbook&qid=1666719814&qu=eyJxc2MiOiI0LjM1IiwicXNhIjoiMy45NSIsInFzcCI6IjMuNTgifQ%3D%3D&s=books&sprefix=aip+%2Cstripbooks%2C217&sr=1-9

Danielle Walker Cookbooks

https://shop.daniellewalker.com/collections/books

Cassidy Creations – GF, DF, Keto options 

https://cassidyscraveablecreations.com/ 

Histamine Reset 

https://www.amazon.com/4-Phase-Histamine-Reset-Plan-Migraines/dp/1624148468/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=histamine+reset&qid=1666906577&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIyLjIxIiwicXNhIjoiMS40NyIsInFzcCI6IjEuMjQifQ%3D%3D&s=books&sprefix=hystamine+re%2Cstripbooks%2C164&sr=1-1 

Meals She Eats 

https://www.amazon.com/Meals-She-Eats-Lifestyle-Diagnosis/dp/0744064937 

Especially after COVID, isolationism is becoming all to common — particularly for men — in relationships. This mindset tends to accentuate problems that exist elsewhere in the relationship, and can quickly become a relationship-killer if left untreated…

We break down what you can do to defeat this frame of mind, and dive into preventative steps to stay on the same page for good.