Episodes

Wednesday Oct 02, 2019
GTR Episode #186: Abortion Survivor Alex Andrews
Wednesday Oct 02, 2019
Wednesday Oct 02, 2019
October is Respect Life Month. On this episode, Brooke sits down with Alexandra Andrews, survivor of a botched abortion in Russia. Alex shares her powerful testimony of mercy, forgiveness and healing. Plus, Father Nathan is back with a Padre in your Pocket about family mealtime.
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Thursday Sep 26, 2019
GTR Episode #185: The Heart of Perfection with Colleen Carroll Cambpell
Thursday Sep 26, 2019
Thursday Sep 26, 2019
On this episode: Award-winning author, journalist and former presidential speechwriter Colleen Carroll Campbell talks about her new book The Heart of Perfection.
Colleen shares beautiful insights on how the saints taught her to trade her dream of perfect for God's. If you have ever struggled with anxiety, guilt or a feeling that you will never measure up, this book is the perfect antidote.
Plus, listener feedback from Michelle, and much more.
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Thursday Sep 19, 2019
GTR Episode #184: Why Retreat Matters
Thursday Sep 19, 2019
Thursday Sep 19, 2019
On this episode, big news about Arise, 2020! Sharing an announcement with the retreat team. Get the scoop on VIP tickets, new location and much more. Please forgive the wind noise.:)
"Thus says the Lord GOD to these bones: Listen! I will make breath enter you so you may come to life.
I will put sinews on you, make flesh grow over you, cover you with skin, and put breath into you so you may come to life. Then you shall know that I am the LORD. " -Ezekiel 37: 5-6
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Monday Sep 16, 2019
GTR Episode #183: Education and Evangelization
Monday Sep 16, 2019
Monday Sep 16, 2019
On this episode: Lots of exciting updates coming down the pike. An inside look at "Brooke's House."
Plus, a special panel of "experts." Moms weigh in on everything from the push to implement gender theory ideology in schools, to defending the faith and raising children to withstand the challenges of the culture.
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Monday Sep 16, 2019
GTR #182: Fall Season Premiere with Special Guest Kathryn Whitaker
Monday Sep 16, 2019
Monday Sep 16, 2019
It's an exciting new episode of GTR as the Fall season gets underway. Author Kathryn Whitaker talks about struggles with perfectionism, the gift of abandonment, and praying a daily rosary for students.
Why "Brooke's House" is now an X-Box free zone, and big news about Arise, 2020.
Plus, much more!
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Wednesday Sep 04, 2019
GTR #181: Hope for Heaven with Father Chris Alar, MIC
Wednesday Sep 04, 2019
Wednesday Sep 04, 2019
On this special, bonus episode, Fr. Chris Alar talks about the epidemic of suicide, common misconceptions about Church teaching on suicide, the power of intercessory prayer, and much more.
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Wednesday Sep 04, 2019
GTR #180: The Enthusiast with Special Guest Jon Sweeney
Wednesday Sep 04, 2019
Wednesday Sep 04, 2019
*Bonus episode: Sharing some personal news and a health update. Plus, a conversation with Jon M. Sweeney about his book The Enthusiast: How the Best Friend of Francis of Assisi Almost Destroyed What He Started. This is a riveting story that would make an excellent book club/summer read! Plus, an interview with Ms. Wheelchair Michigan USA, Dr. Kimberly Kennedy. Inspiring words from Dr. Kennedy about finding humor and hope in the valley.
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Wednesday Sep 04, 2019
GTR #179- Technology and Bioethics: Questions and Controversies
Wednesday Sep 04, 2019
Wednesday Sep 04, 2019
On this episode: Why speaking up and defending the dignity of the human person is so important, now more than ever. A look inside rapid developments in technology, life sciences and bioethics.
Special guest Timmerie Millington joins us to talk about her experience at the Vita Institute where world-renowned scholars present their findings on a wide range of disciplines, including theology, law, communication and much more. Plus, summer reading and a special Ladies' Day Out event.
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Friday Jun 14, 2019
GTR #178: Man on Fire with Special Guest John Sablan
Friday Jun 14, 2019
Friday Jun 14, 2019
On this episode: Celebrating the month dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Find out how the power of a simple prayer can improve your day. Special guest John Sablan shares a powerful story of how he became the "Man on Fire" evangelist for Christ. From suffering abuse in every form, to getting involved with gangs, John shares his prodigal path and the one moment that changed everything. You don't want to miss this special episode dedicated to the men. Plus, several exciting announcements, and more!
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Friday Jun 14, 2019
GTR Episode #177: Bases and Summits
Friday Jun 14, 2019
Friday Jun 14, 2019
On this episode: Reflections from a long journey. A race recap from the Cleveland Marathon. Fr. Nathan Cromly, CSJ is back with a Padre in Your Pocket. Father shares ways of overcoming negative self-talk and embracing the promise of Christ to make "all things new."
Praying the Liturgy of the Hours, and much more!
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Friday Jun 14, 2019
Friday Jun 14, 2019
On this week's episode: counting down to the Rite Aid Cleveland Marathon. Psychological preparation, fear and faith. Plus, special guests Sister Agnes Therese and Sister Anna Rose share spiritual aspects of endurance training. Click here to read their running reflections.
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Friday Jun 14, 2019
GTR Episode #175: Heroic Families {with Special Guest Chantal Howard}
Friday Jun 14, 2019
Friday Jun 14, 2019
On this episode: preparing for graduation. Dealing with the emotions of letting go and embracing a new chapter. Plus, special guest Chantal Howard. Chantal is a wife and mom, speaker and author of The School of the Family: a Renaissance of Catholic Formation and creator of the aromaRosary.
Chantal shares simple ways to strengthen our bonds as family and learn holiness through our failures and triumphs. Plus, much more!
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