The Catholic Woman Podcast

Marie Hanson
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The Catholic Woman Podcast is where Catholic women find the tools and truth they need to thrive in the modern world. Each episode blends practical advice with the timeless teachings of the Catholic faith so you can live out your vocation confidently and faithfully. If you’re ready to grow stronger in truth and bolder in faith, you’ve found your place.

  1. May 25

    Catholic Productivity Expert: Why Work-Life Balance Is A Myth, And The Truth About Peace And Order

    You've heard it a thousand times: work-life balance. But what if that phrase is actually working against you?  In this episode, Marie Hanson sits down with Carolyn Espinoza, co-founder of Sole Atelier, to have the honest conversation about what it actually looks like to live an integrated life as a Catholic woman; one where your work, your faith, your family, and your interior life aren't competing, they're unified. In this episode, we discuss: - Why "work-life balance" is a myth and the more life-giving framework Catholic women should embrace instead - The critical difference between a distraction and an interruption and how knowing the difference will transform your focus and your peace - How to build a realistic daily schedule that actually works, even in the exhausting seasons of motherhood with little ones - The power of choosing just three priorities for your week and why more goals actually means less gets done - How to set concrete, positive goals in areas that are hard to measure like virtue, patience, and prayer - Why women who work outside the home shouldn't carry shame, and what the saints show us about women, vocation, and work - How to find meaning and spiritual value in tasks that no one sees or celebrates: the laundry, the diapers, the invisible work - The role of goal-setting in sanctity and why Pope Francis says dreaming is a deeply human and spiritual act - Why starting and ending on time is actually a virtue (and the beautiful example of Blessed Alvaro del Portillo at Vatican II) - The one thing Carolyn says to do first when you feel like peace and order are completely out of reach Connect with Carolyn Espinoza: Website: https://www.soleatelier.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/soleatelierllc The Catholic Woman Podcast: Presence Texts: https://catholicwoman.co/presence (Use code CWP for your first month free!) Newsletter & show notifications: https://catholicwoman.co/newsletter Substack: https://substack.com/@thecatholicwoman Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/share/g/1GeKDTt7WA/ Website: https://catholicwoman.co Instagram: https://instagram.com/thecatholicwomanpodcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/@TheCatholicWomanPodcast Thank you to our show sponsors! Reclaiming Catholic Intimacy — The honest, faithful resource for Catholic women navigating intimacy in marriage. Get your free download at https://reclaimingcatholicintimacy.com/cwp Contemporary Saints — Modest, feminine fashion rooted in beauty and faith. Shop at https://contemporarysaints.com and subscribe to their emails for 15% off your first order. Those Who Mourn — A monthly Catholic magazine for those walking through grief. Visit https://thosewhomournmag.com Trinity Tree Publishing — Helping Catholic authors write, edit, and self-publish. Visit https://trinitytreepublishing.com

    52 min

  2. May 11

    Catholic Fashion Creator: How Dressing Like the Saints Changed My Spiritual Life Forever!

    What if your outfit could spark a conversation about the faith? This week I'm sitting down with Sary, the Catholic content creator behind Outfit Diary of the Saints and this episode is exactly the kind of girls-chat-over-coffee conversation I love having on this show. Sary is a third-grade dual immersion teacher, a Franciscan University grad, and a deacon's daughter who went from soccer sweats to saint-inspired style and built a 53,000-follower Instagram account in the process. More than fashion, this is a conversation about evangelization, befriending the saints, and what it looks like to let God use you, even when you're an introvert who would rather not be seen. In this episode, we discuss: - How Sary went from soccer sweats to saint-inspired style and what her dad had to do with it - The story behind Outfit Diary of the Saints and how a conversation with God turned into a 53K following - Her step-by-step process for choosing a saint and building an outfit inspired by her life - How to actually befriend the saints including a simple prayer approach and why novenas are a game-changer - Why Sary recommends starting with your confirmation saint (and how to find one that fits your life) - What happened to Sary's fear of being seen when she said yes to God's call - How dressing like the saints opens doors for natural, non-awkward evangelization conversations - Practical thrift store tips for building a saint-inspired wardrobe without breaking the bank - How she navigates rude comments and difficult conversations online as an introvert and Catholic creator - Her one piece of advice for Catholic women who want to live boldly as the saints they were created to be Connect with Sary: Instagram: @outfitdiaryofthesaints The Catholic Woman Podcast: Be present for your actual life, 3 texts a week that change everything: htps://catholicwoman.co/presence (Use code PODCAST to join for free!) Subscribe to the newsletter & show notifications: https://catholicwoman.co/newsletter Substack: https://substack.com/@thecatholicwoman Join The Catholic Woman Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/share/g/1GeKDTt7WA/ Website: https://catholicwoman.co Instagram: https://instagrm.com/thecatholicwomanpodcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/@TheCatholicWomanPodcast Thank you to our show sponsors! Reclaiming Catholic Intimacy: https://reclaimingcatholicintimacy.com/cwp Contemporary Saints: https://contemporarysaints.com Those Who Mourn: https://thosewhomournmag.com Trinity Tree Publishing: https://trinitytreepublishing.com Outfit Diary of the Saints, Catholic fashion creator, dressing like the saints, how to befriend the saints, Catholic modest fashion, saint-inspired outfits, Catholic women podcast, confirmation saint, thrift store Catholic style, Catholic evangelization through fashion, Catholic content creator, novena to the saints, Catholic Instagram influencer, living boldly as a Catholic woman, saints and spiritual life

    46 min

  3. Apr 27

    The Catholic Woman's Guide to Neurodivergency: Signs, Diagnosis, Spiritual Peace, and Practical Help

    If you've ever sat in the back of Mass wondering why your family can't just hold it together, this episode is for you. Ginny Cochis, Catholic author, educator, and neurodivergent parent coach, joins Marie Hansin to have the honest, compassionate conversation Catholic moms raising "quirky" kids have been desperately waiting for. Spoiler: your child isn't broken, behavior isn't always a discipline problem, and holiness is absolutely still on the table. In this episode, you'll learn: - What "neurodivergent" actually means and which diagnoses fall under that umbrella, including ADHD, autism, OCD, dyslexia, Tourette's, giftedness, and more - The most common signs of neurodivergency in children and adults, and how to tell the difference between a meltdown and a tantrum - How to know when it's time to seek a professional evaluation and the two paths available to you (private practice AND through your public school district, even if you homeschool) - The critical difference between a behavior that is a discipline issue vs. a developmental one, and why confusing the two leaves your child's real needs unmet - What "asynchronous development" means and how to support a child who is advanced in some areas and delayed in others - How the lives of the saints, including St. Thérèse's sister Léonie and Bl. Carlo Acutis, reveal that neurodivergency has always been part of the human story - Practical advice for Catholic moms who suspect their spouse may also be neurodivergent and how to approach it without conflict - Whether neurodivergency is genetic, environmental, or both, and what supplements have actually helped Ginny's family - How to respond when someone at Mass or dance class implies your child just needs more discipline - The message every overwhelmed Catholic mom needs to hear: right now is not forever Connect with Ginny Cochis:  Website & Community: https://quirkycatholickids.com  Book: Quirky Catholic Kids: Navigating Neurodivergence with Faith and Joy  The Catholic Woman Podcast:  Be present for your actual life..3 texts a week that change everything: https://catholicwoman.co/presence  Newsletter & show notifications: https://catholicwoman.co/newsletter  Substack: https://substack.com/@thecatholicwoman  Facebook Community: https://facebook.com/share/g/1GeKDTt7WA/  Website: https://catholicwoman.co  Instagram: https://instagram.com/thecatholicwomanpodcast  YouTube: https://youtube.com/@TheCatholicWomanPodcast Thank you to our show sponsors!  Those Who Mourn Magazine — https://thosewhomournmag.com  North Idaho Tallow — https://idahotallow.com | Use code MARIE10 for 10% off  Trinity Tree Publishing — https://trinitytreepublishing.com SEO KEYWORDS Catholic neurodivergent parenting, Raising neurodivergent children Catholic, ADHD Catholic kids, Autism and Catholic faith, Catholic mom overwhelmed, Neurodivergent signs in children, Catholic special needs parenting, Meltdown vs tantrum Catholic parenting, Asynchronous development children, Saints and neurodivergence, Léonie Martin autism, Quirky Catholic Kids Ginny Cochis, Catholic parenting podcast, Neurodivergent diagnosis kids, Catholic homeschool neurodivergent support

    52 min

  4. Apr 13

    The Secret to Feeling God's Presence When You're Overwhelmed, Distracted, and Just Getting By

    What if the distractions pulling you away from your life aren't just bad habits but symptoms of something deeper? In this mic swap episode, Marie Hanson shares a raw, vulnerable conversation from the Thriving in the Space Between podcast that will make you rethink how you're spending your attention, your money, and your moments. In this episode, we cover: - What a near-death experience after childbirth taught Marie about living on autopilot and the wake-up call that changed everything - Why distraction isn't just a technology problem; it quietly shows up in your finances, your relationships, and your prayer life too - The "roadblock" strategy that breaks autopilot habits without relying on willpower alone even when you're exhausted and overwhelmed - How Marie and her husband paid off debt scorched-earth style with a newborn and toddler at home and the exact systems they still use today - The deeply painful regret of missing her last chance to see her grandfather and what it taught her about letting her yes mean yes - What true presence actually means from a Catholic perspective: being so attuned to God that you can hear His voice even in your most chaotic days - Why silence feels deafening and why that discomfort is actually pointing you toward something important - The simple phone habits Marie put in place that finally helped her stop mindless scrolling for good - Why women in the "in-between" seasons of life are especially susceptible to distraction and how to thrive right where you are - How going to Adoration regularly transformed Marie's interior life and gave her the courage to say yes to what God was calling her to Connect with the Thriving in the Space Between Podcast: Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6xTorQrSlbq7gJUbdI8B97?si=65ab5b1f07b94300 Newsletter: https://theintentionalsingle.myflodesk.com/tis-waitlist Website: https://www.theintentionalsingle.com/ The Catholic Woman Podcast: Presence Texts: https://catholicwoman.co/presenceNewsletter/ Show Notifications: https://catholicwoman.co/newsletter Substack: https://substack.com/@thecatholicwoman Facebook Group: https://facebook.com/share/g/1GeKDTt7WA/ Website: https://catholicwoman.co Instagram: https://instagram.com/@thecatholicwomanpodcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/@TheCatholicWomanPodcast Thank you to our show sponsors! North Idaho Tallow — northidahotallow.com | Code: MARIE10 for 10% off Party Like a Saint — https://partylikeasaint.com Happy Nest Home Goods — https://happynesthomegoods.com | Code: CATHOLICWOMAN for 10% off If this episode blessed you, please rate, review, and subscribe...it's one of the simplest ways to help more Catholic women find encouragement and truth. EPISODE KEYWORDS (SEO): Breaking the distraction cycle Practicing the presence of God Catholic women and technology Living on autopilot Catholic Catholic financial freedom Presence of God in daily life Catholic mindfulness Distraction and emotional wounds Catholic women podcast Hearing God's voice in everyday life Catholic discernment single women Catholic wife and mother podcast Autopilot habits Catholic faith Spiritual presence Catholic women Thriving in waiting seasons Catholic

    55 min

  5. Mar 30

    How to Know If He's Marriage Material (4 Trust Tests Every Catholic Woman Needs)

    If you're a single Catholic woman wondering why no one is asking you out, or you're dating someone and you're not sure if he's actually marriage material, this episode is going to be a game-changer. Catholic therapist, relationship coach, and author Dana Nygaard is not here to sugarcoat it. She's here to help you stop wasting your time and start dating with clarity, confidence, and faith. In this episode, we discuss: Why so many Catholic men aren't directly asking women on dates and what you can do to become more approachable without compromising your femininity The difference between "hanging out" and being genuinely pursued, and how to call it out with confidence (and a little flirting) Why leading with "boss babe" energy is actually a turnoff and what to lead with instead Whether you should date a non-Catholic and the real risks Dana sees play out in marriages with faith differences, especially around NFP and baptizing children The powerful advice from St. Ambrose to St. Monica that every woman married to a non-Catholic needs to hear Dana's four pillars of trust — ability, integrity, benevolence, and consistency — and how to evaluate a man's character while you're dating What emotional chastity actually looks like in practice and why sharing too much too fast puts you in danger Why so many men in their 20s and 30s are stuck in immaturity and what parents can do right now to stop enabling it How to bring up the pornography conversation in dating without shame and the warning signs that someone is not marriage-ready Daily rituals of connection that keep marriages strong even in the busiest seasons of life Connect with Dana Nygaard: Website: https://clarityplease.com Instagram: @dananygaard_lpc Miss to Mrs's Program: https://dananygaard.com The Catholic Woman Podcast: Be present for your actual life…get 3 texts a week that change everything: https://catholicwoman.co/presence Never miss a show! Get text or email updates - https://catholicwoman.co/newsletter Check out The Catholic Woman on Substack - https://substack.com/@thecatholicwoman  Join The Catholic Woman Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1GeKDTt7WA/ Watch full episodes on YouTube: youtube.com/@TheCatholicWomanPodcast  Visit: https://catholicwoman.co  Instagram: https://instagram.com/thecatholicwomanpodcast  Thank you to our show sponsors! Chews Life — Catholic rosaries for every age and season | https://chewslife.com | Code: TCW15 for 15% off Crux Invicta — Bold rosary bracelets for men | https://cruxinvicta.com | Code: TCW15 for 15% off Party Like a Saint — Christ-centered sacrament celebration supplies | https://partylikeasaint.com Happy Nest Home Goods — Catholic gifts, sacrifice beads & more | https://happynesthomegoods.com | Code: CATHOLICWOMAN for 10% off If this episode blessed you, please rate, review, and subscribe…it's one of the simplest ways to help more Catholic women find encouragement and truth!

    59 min

  6. Mar 16

    The Food Industry Was Designed to Hook You: The Truth About Food Addiction and Reclaiming Your Freedom

    Food addiction isn’t simply a matter of willpower, and many women don’t realize how much the modern food system is working against them. In this episode, Marie Hanson sits down with Stephanie Mattrey to unpack the neuroscience of food addiction, the difference between eating disorders and addictive eating patterns, and how ultra-processed foods are engineered to keep us coming back for more. They discuss how hidden sugars and refined ingredients affect the brain, why so many women feel trapped in cycles with food, and how faith, community, and practical habits can help break the cycle. Stephanie also shares compassionate insight for mothers trying to feed their families in a complicated food culture, and why healing your relationship with food begins with understanding, not shame. In this episode, we discuss: - The difference between food addiction and eating disorders - Why ultra-processed foods can affect the brain like addictive substances - How the food industry borrowed tactics from tobacco companies - Why sugar and refined flours appear in so many packaged foods - What to look for on ingredient labels (and what to avoid) - A realistic approach to feeding kids healthy food without fear or perfectionism - Thoughts on seed oils, food dyes, and processed ingredients - The HALT method: Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired - Why emotional hunger often shows up as physical hunger - How prayer can interrupt cravings and help rewire habits - Why food addiction is not a moral failure - The difference between food addiction and the sin of gluttony - How community and faith support healing from disordered eating Connect with Stephanie - Website: https://www.shinerising.com/membership Podcast: The Pulse Project Podcast - https://pulseproject25.podbean.com/ Resources & Links - Join the $5 text program to live a more present life: https://catholicwoman.co/present Subscribe on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@TheCatholicWomanPodcast Join Marie’s text community for episode updates and behind-the-scenes messages. Text “SHOW” to (561) 973-7646, or better yet, just click here to join: https://catholicwoman.co/newsletter  Show Sponsors: North Idaho Tallow - Use code MARIE10 for 10% off at https://www.idahotallow.com/ Party Like a Saint - Visit https://www.partylikeasaint.com/ to start planning your Sacrament celebration today. Happy Nest Home Goods - Use code CATHOLICWOMAN for 10% off your order at https://www.happynesthomegoods.com/ If this episode resonated with you, share it with a friend, sister, or mom who might need to hear this conversation. And if you’ve been enjoying the Catholic Woman Podcast, leaving a rating or review is one of the best ways to help more women discover the show. SEO Keywords: food addiction, Catholic podcast, eating disorders, ultra processed foods, emotional eating, food addiction recovery, women’s health, Catholic women, neuroscience of food addiction, gluttony, faith and healing, healthy habits, Stephanie Mattrey Shine Rising

    45 min

  7. Mar 2

    Made Good: A Catholic Woman’s Guide to Healing Hormones, Food Freedom, and Fitness That Actually Works (with Florencia Moynihan)

    If you’ve ever wondered how to care for your body without falling into diet culture… If you’ve struggled with hormones, postpartum weight changes, disordered eating, or burnout… If you know God made you good but don’t always feel that way… This episode is for you. Marie sits down with Florencia Moynihan (The Catholic Nutritionist) to talk about women’s hormone health, strength training, postpartum fitness, coffee dependence, food freedom, and why most health advice fails women. They dive into what it actually looks like to integrate faith, nutrition, and fitness in a way that honors the female body, including fertility, motherhood, busy schedules, and long-term health. You’ll learn why consistency beats intensity, why strength training matters more than endless cardio, and how to build habits rooted in identity, not shame. Plus, yes…you’ll hear the story of Flo’s missing signed book from SEEK. In this episode, we discuss: The truth about women’s hormone health and why your fitness plan should reflect that you’re female How Catholic women can pursue aesthetic goals without falling into vanity Why strength training is essential for fat loss, muscle tone, and long-term health Postpartum weight loss, fertility seasons, and realistic expectations for moms How to stop the “start over Monday” cycle Why most women quit health routines too early (and how to finally stick with one) The role of identity in sustainable habit change What to do if you feel like you don’t have time to work out Flo’s FUEL Method for filtering health trends and conflicting advice Coffee and energy: when it’s fine… and when it’s masking burnout Healing your relationship with food after disordered eating Connect with Flo Instagram: @thecatholicnutritionist Podcast: Made Good Book: Made Good Coaching Program: Made Good (Christ-centered women’s health transformation)   Resources & Links Subscribe to The Catholic Woman Podcast on YouTube  Join the Catholic Woman Substack for deeper conversations beyond the podcast Visit https://catholicwoman.co Sponsors BRDY Candles - Use code CWP10 for 10% off Chews Life + Crux Invicta - Use code TCW15 for 15% off BOMA USA (Billings Method) - Use code Catholic20 for the full Fertility 101 course and code Catholic5 for the one-time class Sacred Heart Mental Wellness (Catherine DiNuzzo) - Use code CWP15 for 15% off If this episode encouraged you, please share it with a friend, especially a woman navigating hormones, postpartum, body image, or burnout. And don’t forget to subscribe on YouTube and leave a comment review on Apple Podcasts. It helps more Catholic women find conversations like this. SEO Keywords: Catholic women’s health, hormone health for women, Catholic nutritionist, strength training for women, postpartum weight loss, food freedom, disordered eating recovery, faith and fitness, Catholic body image, fertility and hormones, coffee and cortisol, healthy habits for busy moms, identity-based habits, women’s hormone balance, Christian wellness podcast

    51 min

  8. Feb 16

    Trauma, Anxiety & the “Both/And” Life: How Catholic Women Heal Without Chasing Perfection (with Catherine DiNuzzo)

    Holiness isn’t a highlight reel, and healing isn’t “just pray harder.” Licensed professional counselor and Catholic author/speaker Catherine DiNuzzo joins Marie to bring clarity to what trauma actually is (and isn’t), why so many women minimize their wounds, and how to move through pain without getting stuck in it.  They talk about the pressure to “push through,” the lie of “I’m not enough,” how to stop bullying yourself internally, and why the saints’ lives were messier than the kids’ books make them look. Plus: what to do when the “trauma” is connected to your own past sins or mistakes, and how confession really does wipe the slate clean. In this episode, we discuss: Why trauma isn’t about “how bad it was,” but about how it impacted you The trap of comparison: “It’s not as bad as hers, so I shouldn’t feel this” How 2020–2022 exposed the limits of “just push through” culture Holiness vs. perfection: why we strive now, and become “fully holy” in Heaven The “both/and” life: you can be grateful and still be wounded The quiet burden so many women carry: “I’m not enough” A practical reframe: stop talking to yourself in a way you’d never talk to a friend How wounds can become pathways to grace: surrender as a white flag, not a victory speech Saints and suffering: what we miss when we only hear the “problem → Jesus → happy ending” version When the trauma is tied to your own choices: forgiving yourself for what you didn’t know then Mary Magdalene as a witness of mercy: your past doesn’t disqualify you from the cross How to stop living with your “mouth barely above water” and learn to swim through life’s waves Connect with Guest Catherine DiNuzzo — Catholic speaker, author, and licensed professional counselor The Catholic Guide Through Anxiety + companion workbook Discount code: CWP15 for 15% off Catherine’s resources on her website Resources & Links Join the Facebook community: The Catholic Woman Facebook group Watch on video: The Catholic Woman on YouTube More episodes + resources: https://catholicwoman.co For deeper discussions, subscribe on Substack Bring Marie to speak at your event Show Sponsors BRDY Candles Non-toxic, Scripture-tied candles designed to help you notice God in the everyday Code: CWP10 for 10% off BOMA USA (Billings Method) — Fertility 101 Course Live intro class + private chart reviews with a certified instructor Code: Catholic20 for the full course Code: Catholic5 for the one-time class Chews Life Rosaries + Crux Invicta Silicone rosaries for kids, wearable rosary bracelets, and more Code: TCW15 for 15% off on either site If this episode hits close to home, don’t keep it to yourself. Share it with a friend, sister, or mom who’s been quietly carrying too much. And if you haven’t yet, please rate, review, and subscribe….it’s one of the simplest ways to help more Catholic women find the encouragement and tools they need. SEO Keywords Catholic trauma healing, Catholic anxiety help, Catholic counselor, Catherine DiNuzzo, Sacred Heart Mental Wellness, holiness vs perfection, both and mentality, trauma definition, women’s mental health Catholic, confession forgiveness, Mary Magdalene mercy, Saints and suffering, Maslow hierarchy of needs Catholic, self-worth lies, inner critic, emotional healing faith, Catholic therapy resources

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The Catholic Woman Podcast is where Catholic women find the tools and truth they need to thrive in the modern world. Each episode blends practical advice with the timeless teachings of the Catholic faith so you can live out your vocation confidently and faithfully. If you’re ready to grow stronger in truth and bolder in faith, you’ve found your place.

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