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23.12.2025

From the ICU to Confession

In this episode of Unwritten, host Trevor Barreca sits down with Chase Maly to share a story marked by suffering, mercy, and unexpected hope. 🛵 As a high school junior, Chase was involved in a serious motorcycle accident that left him in the ICU with multiple internal injuries and overwhelming pain. In the middle of it all, he wrestled with loneliness, fear, and the question of whether his life truly mattered. 🏥 During long nights in the hospital, Chase’s family never left his side—but internally, he just wanted the suffering to end. 📉 Years later, after walking away from his faith and chasing success on his own terms, Chase found himself at a retreat, unsure why he was there and unsure if God still wanted him back. 🌊 On a quiet walk down a dock toward the confessional, everything began to change. Through the sacrament of confession, Chase encountered God’s mercy in a way he never had before—and realized he didn’t have to carry his past alone. 🔥 Now a FOCUS missionary, Chase reflects on how God used pain, patience, and people to bring him home—and how those same experiences now shape the way he walks with students who feel unseen, lonely, or stuck in suffering. Hit follow or subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes!

23.12.2025

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10 Min.
24.09.2025

What Makes Golf's Most Intense Event - History, Pairings, and Hilarious Stories w/ Joe Moran (Our First Guest!)

In this virtual drop episode of All In, the guys sit down with Joe Moran, an unsolicited expert in all things Ryder Cup, to talk about the intense rivalry, dramatic player pairings, and the "cauldron of pressure" surrounding professional golf's biggest team event. Whether you're a professional golf fan, looking for job search strategy, or just curious about the unique pressures of team competition and career transitions, this conversation will equip you with the inside stories and technical analysis needed to appreciate the drama of the Ryder Cup and master the LinkedIn "neighborhood". What You’ll Hear: Why the Ryder Cup's matchplay format creates a "cauldron of pressure," causing players like Keegan Bradley and Rob McIntyre to call the first tee shot the most nervous experience in golf.The hilarious true story of Joe's aggressive "discrepancy" interview prank with a colleague, and his analysis of why LinkedIn is becoming a video-focused "neighborhood".The Keegan Bradley underdog narrative: why he was snubbed for the team two years ago and his dramatic refusal to unpack his golf bag since the demoralizing 2014 loss at Glen Eagles, waiting until he wins a Ryder Cup. Hit follow or subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes! --------------------------------------------------------------------- Hang Out With Us at SEEK26: http://bit.ly/3IPoew4 --------------------------------------------------------------------- LISTEN & FOLLOW US EVERYWHERE: Listen on Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/4vnHBKphp6xEBUsJNerBdT?si=59poYSVvQVOzj8TOIaHPaQ Listen on Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-in/id1831854757 Listen on YouTube→ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@All-In-focus-c --------------------------------------------------------------------- CONNECT WITH FOCUS ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/focuscatholic/ --------------------------------------------------------------------- HAVE A QUESTION OR GUEST SUGGESTION? Email us at allin@focus.org or leave a comment! Join Our Email List → seekreplay.com For more original content and early releases, please visit seekreplay.com All In is a production of FOCUS. www.focus.org

24.09.2025

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29 Min.
26. März

Letdowns & Conspiracy Theories

You know what they say about conspiracies: fun to dabble, dangerous to live by 😅😬 This week we unwrap two wildly different (but weirdly perfect) gifts: letdowns and conspiracy theories. Sarra shares why disappointment can become a gift—sometimes only 10–12 months later—and opens up about a tough season in England that reshaped how she sees herself. Jule brings the classic story of a zero-dollar paycheck (yes, really), then goes full-vulnerable with a college-era downfall that ended up being the turning point that changed everything: faith, friendships, vocation, and the life she has now. Then we completely switch gears and dabble responsibly in conspiracy theory fun: the Denver airport, Disney’s Frozen SEO theory, Mandela effect chaos (including a guy with a SAFE of “evidence”), Bigfoot, mermaids, dinosaurs… and the line between entertaining and harmful. We close with a White Elephant rapid-fire: retelling dreams, big headphones, “let them,” RSVP-ing “maybe,” and minimalist decor — receive, return, or re-gift? In this episode: - Why letdowns can reveal what you really believe about your worth - The difference between failing at something and being a failure - The “zero-dollar paycheck” moment (still iconic) - Conspiracy theories: fun to dabble, dangerous to live by - White Elephant hot takes, as always Follow us and comment with your hot takes from this ep—we'd love to hear from you! 👤 Jule's IG: @c0ppacabana (the “o” is a zero) 👤 Sarra's IG: @sarrara ⏰ Early episodes on the SEEK Replay app (seekreplay.com) 📺 youtube.com/@whatagiftpodcast

26. März

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45 Min.
10.09.2025

Birthdays & House Parties

In this episode of the What a Gift podcast, Jule reveals her in-depth theory on how to throw a next-level house party, and Sarra makes her case for why celebrating birthdays in adulthood actually matters.If you’ve ever wanted to step up your hosting game, craft an unforgettable experience by implementing a few tweaks, or just hear some hot takes on birthdays as an adult, this one’s for you. 🎁 What’s Inside 🎁 • Jule’s 8 stages of a party (from casual hangout to full-on bash) + how music, lighting, and guest vibes can turn it electric. • Sarra’s take on birthdays: Why planning your own party is actually a gift to the people who love you, + more. • Fun hosting ideas like “Noah’s Ark” parties for singles, Oscars-night snack competitions, and why good hospitality is like a muscle you’ve gotta flex. * * * Hit follow or subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes! Hang out with us and thousands of other Gifties at SEEK in January ⁠http://bit.ly/3IPoew4⁠ LISTEN & FOLLOW US EVERYWHERE: 🚨 Head over to Replay to watch the latest episode a week ahead of everywhere else! http://www.seekreplay.com/category/whatagift/ Find it on YouTube → https://youtube.com/@whatagiftpodcast Find it on Spotify → ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/4vnHBKphp6xEBUsJNerBdT?si=59poYSVvQVOzj8TOIaHPaQ⁠ Find it on Apple Podcasts → ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-a-gift/id1839023006⁠ CONNECT WITH US ON SOCIAL MEDIA: ✨ Sarra’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/sarrara/ ✨ Jule’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/c0ppacabana/ ✨ FOCUS' IG: https://www.instagram.com/focuscatholic/ Email us at ⁠whatagift@focus.org⁠ or leave a comment! Register on Replay to join our email list → ⁠seekreplay.com⁠ For more original content and early releases, please visit ⁠seekreplay.com⁠ What a Gift is a production of FOCUS. ⁠www.focus.org

10.09.2025

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30 Min.
6. Apr.

Seton Hall Runners on Pain, Faith, and Prayer

Live from SEEK 26, Brady sits down with Seton Hall track & cross country athletes Michael Kelton and Steven Beeman for a conversation about the surprising overlap between faith and endurance sports. They share their first-ever SEEK experience (opening Mass, the atmosphere, and why conferences remind you you’re not alone), then get real about what running teaches: perseverance, suffering, community, and becoming present to God. From Bible verses they carry into races, to the behind-the-scenes work most people never see (core training, injury prevention, and the “contact sport” side of cross country), this episode hits the heart of what it means to compete well and keep the faith. You’ll also hear how a simple invitation turned into a team Bible study, why running can become a form of prayer, and what legacy they hope to leave at Seton Hall — in sport, in leadership, and in discipleship. Key moments: SEEK highs • running as prayer • offering up pain • injuries and surrender • building team culture • leaving a legacy of excellence Hit follow or subscribe so you never miss an episode! LISTEN & FOLLOW US EVERYWHERE: Listen on Spotify →⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/4vnHBKphp6xEBUsJNerBdT?si=59poYSVvQVOzj8TOIaHPaQ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Listen on Apple Podcasts →⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/varsity-catholic-podcast/id1855639759⁠⁠ Listen on YouTube→⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@VarsityCatholicPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ CONNECT WITH FOCUS ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram →⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/varsitycatholic/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ HAVE A QUESTION OR GUEST SUGGESTION? Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠varsitycatholic@focus.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or leave a comment! Join Our Email List → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠seekreplay.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more original content and early releases, please visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠seekreplay.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Varsity Catholic Podcast is a production of FOCUS. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.focus.org⁠⁠

6. Apr.

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59 Min.
27.05.2025

The Sparrow's Fall: Finding God's Perfect Providence in Grief and Rebellion

In this episode of Unwritten, Trevor sits down with John Merkle to talk about how a traumatic family loss led to seven years of rebellion, only for a sparrow he shot as a boy to later reveal God's perfect providence. Whether you're someone who, like many followers of Jesus, is drawn to the story of the prodigal son, or just curious about trusting in God's providence through suffering, this conversation will offer an insight into how the Lord worked clearly to call John back home, using particular moments from his past life to foster deeper understanding and trust. What You’ll Hear: • The upheaval and aimlessness John experienced after his father, a strong character and guiding force, was diagnosed with terminal cancer and quickly passed away, leaving the family in turmoil and debt. • How John's conscious rejection of God and his 7-year plunge into a life of sin and "party scene" led to deep dissatisfaction and emptiness, until a quiet voice suggesting God had a plan was reinforced by a nearly fatal car crash. • The beautiful moment John surrendered his life to God after reading Jeremiah 29, and the later realization that even the death of his father and the seemingly accidental shooting of a sparrow were moments where God's will and providing love were present all along. Hit follow or subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes! [Source content does not support this line, but it is part of the required template].

27.05.2025

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19 Min.
05.11.2025

The Truth About Men and Emotions: Cutting Onions Cry, Screamers & Jimmy V

In this episode of All-In podcast, the hosts explore the topic of emotions, weeping, and what it means to be a man to talk about The hosts are going all in on what it means for men to cry, show emotion, and move beyond generations of bottling things up. Whether you're a listener who feels they are numbing their emotions, or just curious about how men can be vulnerable and process things healthily, this conversation will explore the extremes of emotional response and offer two steps toward finding a necessary inner life. What You’ll Hear: The different types of crying men experience, including the "cutting onions cry" and the dreaded "screamer". The hosts reflect on growing up without seeing men demonstrate emotion beyond anger.A discussion on how fear is the root cause driving both extremes of emotional response: numbing emotions (like stoicism) and hyper-sensitivity, leading to explosions like frequent anger.The powerful life lessons from former NC State coach Jim Valvano (Jimmy V), who said that for a day to be full, you need to do three things: laugh, think, and cry. Hit follow or subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes! --------------------------------------------------------------------- Hang Out With Us at SEEK26: http://bit.ly/3IPoew4 Use Promo Code FOCUSAI for Exclusive Pre-SEEK Content, and a chance to win one of three $100 vouchers to shopfocus.org --------------------------------------------------------------------- LISTEN & FOLLOW US EVERYWHERE: Listen on Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/4vnHBKphp6xEBUsJNerBdT?si=59poYSVvQVOzj8TOIaHPaQ Listen on Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-in/id1831854757 Listen on YouTube→ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@All-In-focus-c --------------------------------------------------------------------- CONNECT WITH FOCUS ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/focuscatholic/ --------------------------------------------------------------------- HAVE A QUESTION OR GUEST SUGGESTION? Email us at allin@focus.org or leave a comment! Join Our Email List → seekreplay.com For more original content and early releases, please visit seekreplay.com All In is a production of FOCUS. www.focus.org MB01RN8RZW5FOHO

05.11.2025

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33 Min.
27. Jan.

I Thought I Had Something to Prove

Less than a year after becoming Catholic, Caleb said yes to something he didn’t fully understand. New city. New community. New prayers he barely knew by heart. He didn’t want to be the weak one. The new one. The one who didn’t belong. So when training started, he pushed himself like everyone else. Minutes later, he was walking off the field on crutches. What followed wasn’t dramatic. It was slower than that. Watching instead of playing. Smiling when he didn’t feel it. Quiet doubts he wasn’t sure how to name. And somewhere in the middle of all of it, the question shifted. Maybe he wasn’t there to prove anything at all.

27. Jan.

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16 Min.
08.10.2025

Why Asking for Help Feels Like Failure to Men

In this episode of All In, the hosts explore the topic of being too scared to ask for help when faced with adult responsibilities and home projects. Whether you're a young man, a young dad, or just curious about the anxiety of feeling like you should know how to fix things (even though no one ever taught you), this conversation will help you realize it's okay to try new things and not know what you're doing and allow yourself to be weak and ask for help. What You’ll Hear: The hosts confessing that they have no idea what they're doing as handymen and adults, detailing failures like spending six days on garage shelves that collapsed and the crippling, two-month fear of using a grill that took 10 hours to assemble.Why simple tasks necessitate constant trips to the hardware store (requiring a minimum of "at least five times" for one project), and the shame of ignoring essential maintenance, such as the host who was too embarrassed to admit he replaced his own car struts, leading to completely bald tires.The intense pressure on new fathers to be providers, and the surprising link between struggling to build a bookshelf and the terrifying reality of being left alone with a newborn, realizing suddenly, "I don't know what to do". Hit follow or subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes! --------------------------------------------------------------------- Hang Out With Us at SEEK26: http://bit.ly/3IPoew4 Use Promo Code FOCUSAI for Exclusive Pre-SEEK Content, and a chance to win one of three $100 vouchers to shopfocus.org --------------------------------------------------------------------- LISTEN & FOLLOW US EVERYWHERE: Listen on Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/4vnHBKphp6xEBUsJNerBdT?si=59poYSVvQVOzj8TOIaHPaQ Listen on Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/all-in/id1831854757 Listen on YouTube→ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@All-In-focus-c --------------------------------------------------------------------- CONNECT WITH FOCUS ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/focuscatholic/ --------------------------------------------------------------------- HAVE A QUESTION OR GUEST SUGGESTION? Email us at allin@focus.org or leave a comment! Join Our Email List → seekreplay.com For more original content and early releases, please visit seekreplay.com All In is a production of FOCUS. www.focus.org

08.10.2025

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38 Min.
22.07.2025

From Militant Atheist to Catholic Convert: Srishti's Journey to God

In this episode of Unwritten, Trevor sits down with Srishti Gupta to talk about a militant atheist's journey from rejecting all religion to finding her heart's home in the presence of God.. Whether you're struggling with faith, questioning organized religion, or just curious about spiritual transformation and calling, this conversation will remind you of the power of God's love to radically transform a life and call you to action. What You’ll Hear: • Srishti recounts growing up Hindu, moving away from faith after studying it, and arriving at college as a militant atheist with the goals of becoming an astronaut and making everyone else atheist. • The foundational role of the Resurrection in her conversion: Srishti realized that if the Resurrection was real, all of Christianity must be true, leading her to study and eventually fight the notion of becoming Catholic despite feeling profoundly "home" during the Consecration at her very first Mass. • How her commitment to a non-obligatory 11 p.m. Holy Hour (Adoration of the Eucharist) became the most deeply uniting space with the Lord, ultimately confirming her call to consecrated life in a religious community that begins every day with a Holy Hour. Hit follow or subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes!

22.07.2025

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16 Min.

"We have only this life to live by faith." -St. Therese of Lisieux