The Brooke Taylor Show

  On this episode: Brooke shares several exciting announcements. Plus, special guest Joelle Maryn.  In her past, Joelle modeled for well known brands such as Jergens, was on a billboard in Times Square, appeared on numerous book covers, films and news interviews and is the former Host of Trend TV.  Joelle was also the founder/CEO of a luxury line of anti-aging makeup which has been featured on NBC, VH1 and in Vanity Fair, Star and Redbook. In 2012, she hit a spiritual rock bottom and realized she was completely empty despite these worldly accomplishments.  She had a major encounter with Jesus and in His mercy, was given another chance to love and lead others to Him.  She has served as Director of High School Youth Ministry and Confirmation and has taught Adult Faith Formation classes for several years. Click hereto see the full interview with Brooke and Joelle on InspireWord.com.   Like what you hear? Please consider becoming a Podbean Patron. Click here for more information. Thank you for your support! We would love to hear from you. Send an e-mail to: TheBrookeTaylorShow@gmail.com God bless you!

On this episode: Special guest, Dr. Aaron Kheriaty talks about managing anxiety during hard times. Dr.  Kheriaty is Director of the Medical Ethics Program at UCI Health.  He serves as chairman of the medical ethics committees at UCI Hospital and at the CA Department of State Hospitals.

On this episode: Preparing for Palm Sunday and Holy Week. Accomplished chef and priest, Fr. Leo Patalinghug, talks about the "liturgy of the meal," and how the gift of cooking can teach us valuable lessons, especially during this time of crisis.    Click here for Fr. Leo's website, Plating Grace. Please share feedback at: brooke@saintgabrielmedia.com. We love hearing from you! Connect with Brooke, here.   

On the show: Celebrating our 200th episode! Thank you, GTR listeners, producer Mark Coming, and our Podbean Patrons. It is a blessing to reach this milestone! Special guest, Fr. Donald Calloway joins Brooke on this special episode to talk about Saint Joseph. Fr. Calloway has an extraordinary conversion story. Part of his journey includes a devotion to St. Joseph. Fr. Calloway is the author of the new book: Consecration to St. Joseph: The Wonders of Our Spiritual Father. Click here to learn more.

On this episode: Irish priest, Brother Richard Hendrick, OFM Cap, joins Brooke for a powerful conversation about the Cornovirus pandemic. Father offers ways to maintain peace through traumatic times, what to do if Holy Mass is suspended and more. Plus, a tribute to St. Patrick and a special Gaelic blessing! You can also find the full interview on You Tube, here.  For another show on maintaining peace, click here for the episode with Fr. Jaques Philippe.  We love hearing from you! Please e-mail: brooke@saintgabrielmedia.com to leave feedback.  If you enjoy the show, please kindly share and spread the word. You can also become a Podbean Patron, "Good Friend" of the show, here.  Thank you so much for your support.     

  On this episode: Conversations from Jerusalem. Take a virtual pilgrimage to the Holy Land. Lenten reflections from our Spiritual Director, Fr. John Michael Paul, CSJ and our group. Plus, special guest George Stefan talks about why Catholics need to be challenged more and what fuels his love for Sacred Scripture.  *Special thanks to Select International Tours for a once-in-a-lifetime pilgrimage experience.  Join us for the Arise: Good Things Radio Women's Retreat. Click here for details.  Join us for a pilgrimage to Ireland! Click here for details.  We love hearing from you. Drop us an e-mail at: brooke@saintgabriemedia.com We need your help! Please consider becoming a Podbean Patron. Click here. Thank you so much for your support! Let's connect! Instagram: 1brooketaylor Facebook Twitter: @goodthingsradio

    On this episode: Special guest Dr. Christian Smith, author of Religious Parenting: Transmitting Faith and Values in Contemporary America shares important insights. Christian Smith, PhD is the William R. Kenan Jr. Professor of Sociology and the University of Notre Dame, the Director of the Global Religion Research Initiative and was the Founding Director of the Center for the Study of Religion in Society. This book is not a how-to for parenting, rather an analysis of scientific data about the importance of parents and faith. Plus, ticket to Arise a pilgrimage to Ireland, and more!   Join us for the Arise retreat. June 5-7, 2020. Click here for details.  Join us for a pilgrimage to Ireland! Click here for details.  Let's connect! E-mail: brooke@saintgabrielmedia.com If you enjoy GTR, please subscribe and share. Thank you so much for your support!      

The season premiere of GTR is here! On the show, a special conversation with Fr. Jaques Phillipe.  Fr. Phillipe is a renowned spiritual director, retreat master author and speaker. His books have been translated into over 24 different languages with over a million copies sold. Join us as we discuss topics like peace, prayer and renewal of spirit. Thank you for your support!       

On this episode: Preparing for the year with new ideas, old prayers, and consecration to Saint Joseph. Also, an introduction to Fiat 90. What is it? Special guest Vicki talks about the challenging program and what she learned from the experience. Click here to learn more about Fiat 90. Also, and update on the Arise retreat, and much more!   We need your help! Please support GTR by becoming a Podbean Patron. Click here for details. Thank you so much for your support. Join us for Arise, 2020: A Good Things Radio Women's Retreat. Click here to join Brooke on pilgrimage to Ireland.  We love hearing from you! Please reach out via e-mail at: saintgabrielmedia@gmail.com        

  On this episode: Former anti-Christian atheist, Christine Watkins shares her story. Christine also talks about the beautiful practice of consecration to Our Lady of Guadalupe, and much more!   Connect with Christine at Queen of Peace Media, here.  We need your help! Please consider becoming a GTR Good Friend of the show. Click here to become a Podbean Patron. Thank you so much for your support! Join Brooke on pilgrimage in 2020! Click here for details.  Join us for Arise 2020: A Good Things Radio Women's Retreat We love hearing from you! Drop an e-mail at:  Brooke@saintgabrielmedia.com  or visit BrookeTaylor.Us

On this episode: Don't let the title fool you. We are not talking about perfect people and flawless families. This episode is dedicated to the families who are striving for wisdom and clarity in a crazy culture.  On the show, clinical psychologist, author, speaker and nationally syndicated radio host, Dr. Ray Guarendi addresses tough issues. Everything from managing mental health issues to anxiety and smartphone addiction among teens.  Plus, lighting the first Advent candle, and much more!   Join us for Arise, 2020: A Good Things Radio Women's Retreat. Enjoy the show? Please consider becoming a GTR "Good Friend" of the program! Click here to become a Podbean Patron. Thank you so much for your support! Click here to join Brooke on pilgrimage to the Holy Land or Ireland.  We love hearing from you!  E-mail: brooke@saintgabrielmedia.com Instagram: 1brooketaylor Twitter: @Goodthingsradio    

Aid to the Church in Need (ACN), recently released its report on Christian persecution. “More Persecuted Than Ever,” focuses on the 20 worst countries for Christians. Edward Clancy, Director of Outreach for ACN-USA joins Brooke to discuss the eye-opening report. Plus, preparing for Advent. The benefits of “fasting” from the snooze button, and much more! Click here for Red Ribbon Sunday.  Click here for the Dec. 6 Day of Fasting article from the National Catholic Register  Become a GTR Good Friend of the show. Click here to become a Podbean Patron. Thank you so much for your support! Join us for Arise, 2020. A Good Things Radio women's retreat. Let's connect: E-mail: brooke@saintgabrielmedia.com Facebook Twitter    

  On On this episode: Bringing back an old "best of" interview from last year. Brother Richard Hendrick from Ireland talks about the power of the human story, the virtue of hope, and what the Irish call "The Thin Place."  Plus, trying something new. Visiting a Byzantine church and participating in Divine Liturgy. Preparing Gus for Reconciliation. Revisiting the parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector (Luke 18:10) with the Jesus Prayer and much more! Click here to listen to the interview with The Children of Mary (#055).   Click here for information about Arise, 2020. Click here to order Choose Hope from Amazon. Click here to join us on pilgrimage to Ireland (or the Holy Land)!  Click here to become a GTR "Good Friend", Podbean patron of the show. Thank you so much for your support! Let's connect. E-mail: Brooke@saintgabrielmedia.com Instagram: 1brooketaylor Facebook  

On this episode of GTR: Special guest, Sister Theresa Aletheia Noble, FSP shares her extraordinary story of atheist-turned-religious sister. Sister explains her devotion to the ancient discipline of Memento Mori (remember your death) and how by keeping death "daily before ones eyes" makes life better.  Click here for Pursused by Truth Click here for Pray with Me: A Treasury of Catholic Family Prayers Click here to join us at the Arise retreat! June 5-7, 2020. Love and Mercy: Faustina movie show times. Join us on pilgrimage! Click here for information about upcoming trips to the Holy Land and Ireland.  Let's connect! E-mail: feedback@goodthingsradio.com Twitter: @goodthingsradio Voxer: brooketaylor1  

On this episode: Recapping an epic weekend! The first annual Cleveland Catholic Women's Conference. Our roving reporter, Christina captures audio from a few attendees talking about the event.  Tickets to Arise are officially on sale! Click here for more information.  Click here to pray the rosary in Latin with Saint John Paul the Great.  Father Patrick Shultz shares his vocation story, plus much more!   Enjoy the show? Please consider becoming a GTR Good Friend of the program. Click here to become a Podbean Patron. Thank you so much for your support! Let's connect! E-mail: Feedback@Goodthingsradio.com Good Things Radio Facebook page. Voxer: brooketaylor1 Instagram: 1brooketaylor