Seeing Your Catholic Church Like You Have Never Seen Before
As a podcast guest on Seeking the Beyond – Theology with Johnno, hosted by John Crain Welsby, our discussion delved into the hidden history of the Catholic Church—history that remains…
Unearthing a Lost Religious Heritage of Women Bishops, Deacons, and Priests
I had the pleasure of being a guest on the WITneSSes Podcast with host Elisha Arowojobe. History can be incredibly engaging, especially when a particular artifact is discovered that resonates…
Shining a Floodlight on Women in the Priesthood: My Life’s Mission
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been compelled to raise awareness about the inequities women face within religious leadership. This work is not optional for me; it’s my…
The Seventh Covenant: Julie Hannah’s Story of Intellectual Curiosity and Spiritual Awakening
I was pleased to welcome back Julie Hannah as a return guest on Your Radical Truth Podcast. Julie, a former agnostic, initially set out to discredit the Christian message in…
What is God Asking Any of Us to Be?
Sister Julia Walsh, a Franciscan Sister of Perpetual Adoration, was my guest on the Your Radical Truth podcast. She has written her spiritual memoir, For Love of the Broken Body,…
The Scandal of Omission Regarding Women Priests in the Catholic Church
I was a guest on the insightful new podcast, Mad Catholic Unbox Your Faith, hosted by Kelly Wurth. She asked me, “What first lit your fire to take up this…
Navigating Celiac Disease: How Catholics Can Safely Receive the Eucharist
Celiac disease poses unique challenges for Catholics due to the presence of gluten in the bread used for the Eucharist during Mass. The Catholic Church has specific requirements for the…
Moving out of Your Comfort Zone, Speaking Up for Women Priests
I was a guest on the Impactful Authenticity Podcast with host Lucy Rowell. Lucy wondered if I was always so confident in speaking out on an issue. I recalled my…
Social Stigma and Misunderstanding of Those Living with Celiac Disease
Living with celiac disease can often be accompanied by social stigma and misunderstanding from peers, friends, and even family members. I have experienced this myself and I am not at…
Balancing Gluten-Free Needs with Family Preferences
Living with celiac disease within a family dynamic can present a significant challenge as individuals strive to accommodate their gluten-free dietary requirements while also considering the preferences and habits of…
Challenge and Solution to Limited Gluten-Free Options at Restaurants
With May being Celiac Awareness Month, I want to offer solutions to some of the most common problems those of us living with Celiac Disease deal with. Dining out can…
Celiac-Friendly Mexican Cuisine: Flavorful Options for All
In recognition of May being Celiac Awareness Month and celebration of Cinco de Mayo, I wanted to share some ideas on meals that those of us living with Celiac Disease…
Living Well with Celiac: Practical Tips and Insights for a Gluten-Free Life
In recognition of Celiac Disease Awareness during the month of May, I will be posting blog articles about how to address the common challenges we live with on a daily…
A Skeptic’s Investigation into Jesus
Julie Hannah embarked on a profound journey in search of life’s ultimate meaning, a quest that birthed the remarkable tome, “A Skeptic’s Investigation into Jesus.” Influenced by her mother’s disbelief…
Another side to Mary Mother of God: Insights on The Highly Spiritual Person Podcast
I had the pleasure of being a guest on The Highly Spiritual Person Podcast, hosted by Camille Elizabeth. We engaged in a candid conversation about women in the Catholic Church,…
The Most Important Woman Witness to Jesus’ Resurrection
I had the pleasure of hosting Rita Houlihan as a guest on my “Your Radical Truth Podcast.” The outline for her talk stemmed from her diligent work on the “#Reclaim…
Navigating Women’s Equality in Religion: A Candid Conversation with Joey Penz
I have a deep appreciation for conversations that challenge norms and break down stereotypes, and few do it as adeptly as Joe Pannone, better known as Joey Pinz (a moniker…
Breaking Chains: Beyond Tradition with the Moped Outlaws Podcast
I recently appeared as a guest on the “Moped Outlaws Podcast” hosted by Gregory Wilker and Marc Wendt. When one hears the word radical, perhaps the mind conjures thoughts of extremism…
Uncovering Father Anne’s Fascinating Connection: Weaving Canons into a Bill of Rights
On my podcast, “Your Radical Truth,” Father Anne, a distinguished guest, shared a wealth of enlightening insights with our listeners. She delved into the historical prevalence of Clericalism during the…
Unveiling the Past: Women’s Roles in the Catholic Church
On a recent episode of “Your Radical Truth Podcast,” I had the pleasure of hosting Reverend Maura Bernard from the Celtic Christian Church as my guest. Reverend Maura’s extensive biography…
Revelations Beyond Belief
I was featured as a guest on the “One More Thing Before You Go Podcast” hosted by Michael Hurst. Throughout our discussion on the topic of Women Priests, numerous questions…
Life-Changing Wisdom: Joyce Rupp’s Call to Know Jesus Personally (Podcast Interview)
Joyce Rupp, featured on the “Your Radical Truth” Podcast, shares insights from her latest book, “Jesus Guide of My Life.” A hands-on guide for your Lenten Journey, it leads from…
A Lifetime Calling Finally Coming to Fruition
In a recent episode of the Your Radical Truth Podcast, I had the privilege of hosting Reverend Laurie Harrington, whose life journey has taken unexpected yet profound turns. Beyond her…
Things Are Not Always What They Seem To Be in The Catholic Church
In contemplating the often-feared concept of change, particularly within the context of reform in the Catholic Church, it’s essential to recognize the multifaceted emotions and thoughts it can evoke. While…
Excommunication in the Catholic Church Today
Reverend Shannon Sterringer, was my guest on the, ”Your Radical Truth Podcast” called, “The Truth Of Excommunication of Women Priest from the Catholic Church.” Most Catholics have heard this term…
What Happens When the Normalcy of Your Every Day Eating, is Turned Upside Down?
My guest on the Your Radical Truth Podcast was Tammy Overhoff, a Lifestyle coach and owner of the “Reset and Flourish Brand.” I personally know Tammy, who owns her business.…
The Celtic Christian Church
On the “Your Radical Truth Podcast,” my guest was Bishop Cáit Finnegan-Grenier of the Celtic Christian Church, a faith deeply rooted in ancient Celtic Christian Spirituality. During our conversation, we…
Living with an Undiagnosed Autoimmune Disease
Recently, I was a guest on the “Read and Write Podcast” with host Natasha Tynes. She asked me what my book was about. “Journey of a Celiac’s Soul: A Second…
What Exactly is any Women’s Sin, for Answering God’s Call to Them?
On my podcast, “Your Radical Truth Podcast,” we explored the journey of spiritual awakening in an episode titled “A Journey of Spiritual Awakening: Catherine Maxey’s Path to Becoming a Woman…
A 365 Day Gift To Us, So Often Overlooked
Joyce Rupp was my wonderful guest on the “Your Radical Truth Podcast Show” called “Boundless Compassion: As a Way of Life.” The subject of global warming, often ignored in the…
The Habit of Abuse
On my Your Radical Truth Podcast, my guest was Mary Dispenza, who serves on the Survivors Network of those Abused by Priests (SNAP). The title for this podcast is “The…
If the Patriarchy Is So Great… Why is the World Such a Mess? With Father Anne
On my “Your Radical Truth Podcast Show,” my guest again was Father Anne, a Roman Catholic Priest who is a Woman. Replying to my question about why she calls herself…
A Roman Catholic Priest Who is a Woman
Father Anne, was my latest guest on the “Your Radical Truth Podcast Show,” called, “Women Take their Rightful Place At The Table of God… As Priests.” It is one thing…
First to Final Breath … What Women’s Role with God Really Is With Carolyn Custis-James.
My Podcast Show, Your Radical Truth, was unique for two different reasons. One, it was my first podcast. And secondly, the listeners came away with a uniquely different slant on…
The Diaconate is Neglected
I was reading a December 16, 2022 article by Phyllis Zagano, in the National Catholic Reporter entitled, “In Synod Discussion of Women’s Ordination, the Diaconate is Neglected.” The word diaconate…
Coming
The word Advent literally means coming. In this Christmas season, there is this genuine anticipation and joy, in pondering Jesus’ birth. We have the real opportunity to personally examine Jesus’…
A Woman Bishop in the Past History of the Catholic Church?
I was reading the article, “Female Bishops in the Roman Catholic Church: A Look into Church History at Saint Brigit of Kildare” by Alyssa Pedicino. This interesting article was featured in “Women’s…
Speaking Out For The Truth
I was a guest on the Webcast, “Locker Room For Growth,” with host Debbie Elicksen. She called this webcast, “Standing Brave Against the Catholic Church.” When I thought about that title,…
The Hidden Story of Women in the Catholic Church
I was a guest on the “Work Your Energy Podcast Show” with host Ruth Elisabeth Hancock. In the early history of the Catholic Church, women in religious roles were suddenly removed from…
The Sound of Silence
I recently attended a talk given by Joan Chittister, a benedictine sister, who speaks out for social justice and woman’s advocacy against the Catholic Church. She as well is co-chair…
Uburying the Truth
I was a guest on the Diversity on Fire Podcast Show with host, Heather Payeur. She titled the episode, “Unburying the Truth.” We certainly had a very engaging conversation in…
Looking at Mary Mother of God From a Gloriously Different View
Emphatically, the most revered Woman in the Catholic Church is Mary, the Mother of God. She rightly is up on her Pedestal, as the perfect Model of Motherhood for any…
No, I’m not a Troublemaker but I am a Truth Teller
The above headline came from a June 15, 2022 National Catholic Reporter article, “Joan Chittister tour excites Australian Catholic Reformers. Let us all focus on this Benediction sister’s poignant words.…
Grief Around Celiac Disease?
I was a guest on the “Grieve with Ease” Podcast, with host Martika Whylly. She asked me, “what is your grief around Celiac Disease?” I told Martika, that this grief…
Just a Girl or Women in the Catholic Church
I was a guest on the FEMboldened Podcast with Angelica Pascone. She basically wanted to know where my interest and passion for the Women Priest issue began. It actually started…
Who Really Wants The Awful Sexual Abuse Scandal To Continue Onward?
A heading on my computer regarding priest sexual abuse, brought to mind the January 6, 2022 “World Over” TV Show. Mr. Bill Donohue, President of the Catholic League, specifically referenced a…
Embracing Women’s Past Ordination
For several years now, I have been picketing with the Call to Action Group for Women’s Ordination in the Catholic Church. I know all too well from picketing on this…
The First Ministerial Priest
I was a guest on the GEMS Podcast with host, Genesis Amaris Kemp. She inquired specifically, “why I picked the particular title and cover for my book? Was I perhaps drawn to…
What Really is Celiac Disease?
I was a guest on, “Dove and Dragon Radio” Podcast with M. I.Ruscsak. She asked me why I wrote, “Journey of a Celiac’s Soul: A Second Chance At Life”. This…
InfoBlast: Women Priests in the Catholic Church
I was a guest on the Podcast, InfoBlast, with Nick Jobe (listen below). He asked me, “what got you wanting to take on the Catholic Church in full book form?”…
Remembering Jesus’ Own Words To Mary Magdala
As we approach Easter Sunday, let us pause and reflect on Jesus’ very words to Mary Magdala found in John 20:11-18 NIV. “Jesus said to her “Mary”… Go instead to…
When the Church Hierarchy Fails to Address the Obvious
I read NCR’s, March 31,2022, article, “What are we seeking? Old orders or new? Or not at all” by Joan Chittister. She states, “For years, there has been a growing…
Secret History of the Catholic Church
Host Esther Mortimer, of “The 963 Universal Frequency Podcast,” asked me, “why has the church indoctrinated that oppression or lack of equality for women?” That very mindset was initiated when…
Female Catholic Priesthood
I was on the Podcast Show, “Vestiges After Dark,” with host Dr. Bryan D. Quellette, SOSM. This show certainly offered a really engaging line of discussion, along with questions coming…
What is Celiac Disease Really Is
I was on the Podcast Show, My Story VNP, with Arthur Cipllaka (Watch below). He said, “tell me about your book”. My new book, “Journey of a Celiac’s Soul: A…
