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2D AGO

The Man at the Door: A Story of Mercy, Suffering, and Hope

What starts as a simple request for gas money turns into an encounter neither of them expected. In this episode, Matt Prendergast shares a powerful, true story from his first year as a missionary — a story about a man living out of his car, a loyal dog, a painful past marked by loss and prison, and a quiet but unmistakable encounter with God. What unfolds is a reminder that grace often shows up when we’re tired, distracted, and ready to go home. Through shared stories, unexpected prayer, and a first experience of Eucharistic Adoration, this conversation reveals how God meets us in suffering — not with easy answers, but with presence. This is a story about mercy, perseverance, and what happens when someone is willing to say, “Come and see.” And in the end, it becomes clear: everything Matt thought he was giving was nothing compared to what he received. Be sure to Subscribe and Leave a Comment!

2d ago

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14 min
FEB 5

Siblings & Seniors

In this episode of What a Gift, we are trying to go from petty to steady—and unwrapping two surprisingly wholesome gifts: siblings and seniors. Sarra shares why siblings become an even bigger gift in adulthood (including sibling trips, inside jokes, and the “golden eras” of being close with different brothers/sisters). Then Jule makes the case for cross-generational friendships—from childhood neighbor mentors to nursing home visits, and the kind of wisdom (and fun) you only get from people who’ve lived a lot of life. Plus: a gas station cashier’s unexpected act of kindness, a deeply unsettling “peeking around the corner” prank, and a Gift of Perspective segment featuring an iconic sister tribute and a dramatic 2004 diary entry. Follow us and comment—we'd love to hear from you!: Who are the siblings and seniors who’ve been a gift in your life? 📲 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 Life is a gift—so receive it.

Feb 5

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39 min
JAN 29

Guy Friends & Girl Dinner

In this episode of What a Gift, Jule and Sarra are trying to go from salty to sweet—and unwrapping two very modern (and very relatable) gifts: guy friends and girl dinner. Sarra reflects on the gift of genuine friendships with men—how integrity, encouragement, and shared joy can deepen empathy, heal old insecurities, and break down cultural stereotypes about men and women. From childhood sports teams to lifelong friendships and marriage, she explores why healthy guy friendships can be such a grace. Then Jule unwraps girl dinner—the pop-culture phenomenon turned lifestyle philosophy. From charcuterie boards and Caesar salads to soup on the kitchen floor and snack plates passed off as a full meal, they explore why “girl dinner” is really about simplicity, presence, and letting go of perfection. Plus:• Nighttime croquet and improvised games• Nostalgia, rom-coms, and the magic of unpolished life• The Gift of Perspective featuring a 2005 newspaper article and a 2004 journal entry (yes, wishes were involved) 👇 Follow us and comment: Ladies, give us some of your best/worst girl dinners! Guys: Is this a thing for you, too? We have to know. 📲 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 Life is a gift—so receive it.

Jan 29

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41 min
FEB 3

Three Encounters on the Flight Home

In this episode of Unwritten, Trevor Barreca sits down with Fr. Branson Hipp to reflect on a single day of unexpected encounters — and what it revealed about faith, questions, and the way God works in real time. What begins as a quiet early-morning flight home from Italy turns into a series of conversations that unfold one after another: a successful male model wrestling with emptiness, young missionaries eager to evangelize, and a stranger flying to meet his grandfather for the very first time. At the center of it all is a question many people are quietly living with: Is there something more? Rather than rushing toward answers, Fr. Branson shares how learning to stay with the question — to listen, to love, and to recognize what God is already doing — can change everything. In This Episode You’ll Hear:✈️ A chance encounter that opened the door to deeper questions🤔 Why success doesn’t always quiet the ache for meaning❤️ The difference between persuading someone and truly loving them🙏 How questions and problems can become invitations from God🔥 What it looks like to notice grace at work in ordinary moments This episode is a reminder that God is always moving — often quietly, often unexpectedly — and that sometimes the most faithful thing we can do is remain attentive, curious, and present to the lives unfolding right in front of us. Be sure to Subscribe and Leave a Comment!

Feb 3

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10 min
FEB 4

The Most Overrated Things in Life (And What’s Actually Underrated)

In this episode of The All-In Podcast, the guys go full hot-take mode and rank the five most overrated things in modern life — plus a few criminally underrated gems we should probably be talking about way more. From cultural clichés and internet darlings to parenting ideals and lifestyle “rules” that don’t survive real life, this conversation blends humor, chaos, and surprising honesty about when it’s time to rethink our strongest opinions. In This Episode You’ll Hear: 🔥 The definitive overrated list — including AI phone systems, Top Golf, reply-all emails, the Mediterranean diet, custom license plates, and yes… Kobe Bryant debates 🍺 Why non-alcoholic beer, tipping screens, and Blackstone bragging might be pushing us over the edge 😂 A rapid-fire roast of modern culture — avocado toast, influencer aesthetics, and internet bandwagons 💡 The criminally underrated things we need more of: generational wealth, dress shoes that feel like sneakers, comedy clubs, and LinkedIn (somehow) 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Honest conversations about how life changes your takes — parenting, homeschooling, screen time, cloth diapers, and letting go of ideals 🤔 A deeper question hiding under the jokes: when is something actually overrated… and when is it just our pride talking? If you love sharp banter, ridiculous lists, and conversations that somehow start with mayo and end with parenting wisdom, this episode will have you laughing, nodding, and rethinking your hottest takes. Hit follow or subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes — and let us know what you think is wildly overrated (or underrated). 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

Feb 4

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38 min
1D AGO

How to Handle Criticism Without Falling Apart

In this episode of The All-In Podcast, the guys step onto the firing line of unsolicited opinions and get painfully practical: how do you handle criticism without spiraling? They break down the real difference between feedback and criticism, why negative comments hit our identity so hard, and how to separate what’s actually useful from what’s just noise. John Michael shares why he’s learned more from harsh critics than from fans, Clayton argues most criticism is garbage, and Jose tells the story of one piece of feedback that cut deep — and ended up changing everything. In This Episode You’ll Hear:🎯 The difference between feedback vs. criticism (and why it matters) 🧠 Why criticism feels like an attack on your identity 🤝 The key filter: why trust is a prerequisite for helpful feedbac 🧹 How to avoid “too much feedback” that makes you overthink everything 📌 A simple way to decide what to apply, what to ignore, and what to revisit later 🗣️ How to give feedback clearly (without turning it into a personal hit) If you’ve ever replayed a negative comment in your head for a week — or you’re trying to grow without getting derailed by opinions — this one’s for you. Hit follow or subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes! 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

1d ago

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38 min
JAN 22

Positivity & Making New Friends (The SEEK Episode)

We went LIVE at SEEK (Columbus!) with a room full of Gifties — and we’re unwrapping two surprisingly life-changing gifts: positivity and making new friends. Jule shares what it’s like to get stuck in a negative inner monologue (and how “New Year, New Jule” is fighting back), plus the most humbling travel day imaginable: a cracked suitcase, a $25 charger… and an airplane with no outlet. Sarra brings the gift of friendship in the wild — from awkward elevator moments to meeting Nico the bartender, who became a bright spot of the week. Then we play White Elephant with the crowd: rot days, pop sockets, “holding space,” holding other people’s babies, ordering French toast for the table, trucker hats, Dry January, Timothée Chalamet, and more. 💬 Follow and comment: Did you go to SEEK? Are you at war with positivity? What's your favorite setting to meet new friends? 📲 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

Jan 22

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40 min
JAN 27

God Healed My Knee on a Silent Retreat

In this episode of Unwritten, Trevor Barreca sits down with Caleb Hennigan to share a story about saying yes to God before having any idea what that yes would actually require. Less than a year after becoming Catholic, Caleb packed up his life, boarded a plane to Florida, and arrived at FOCUS new staff training with more excitement than clarity. He barely knew the prayers, didn’t know many people, and quietly wondered if he belonged at all. Hoping to find his place and prove himself, Caleb stepped onto the soccer field during training — and moments later walked off with a serious knee injury that left him on crutches, in pain, and wrestling with doubt. What followed were weeks of discomfort, unexpected friendship, and people praying for healing when nothing seemed to change — until a silent retreat, a simple prayer, and a moment that would redefine how Caleb understood God’s presence in his life. In This Episode You’ll Hear:🙏 What it’s like to follow God without having everything figured out🩼 How injury and weakness created space for belonging🤝 The quiet power of community and intercessory prayer🔥 A moment of healing that couldn’t be explained away✨ Why God often meets us in the places we feel most unsure This episode is a reminder that God doesn’t wait for us to feel ready — He meets us in our uncertainty, invites us to trust, and walks with us through the unexpected.

Jan 27

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16 min
JAN 28

"It Ain't About How Hard You Hit--It's About How Hard You Can Get Hit and Keep Moving Forward."

In this episode of All-In, Clayton, Jose, and John Michael tackle one of life’s most important questions: How do you respond in the moment after a setback — without spiraling — and what does real growth look like once the dust settles? Through stories of legendary comebacks, ancient virtues, boxing wisdom, and deep spiritual identity, the guys explore what resilience actually requires and how to develop mental fortitude when life hits harder than expected. In This Episode You’ll Learn: 🏆 The Greatest Comebacks of All Time: From the ’04 Red Sox to the Miracle on Ice, Tiger’s iconic wins, and the ultimate comeback — Jesus Christ 💪 The Virtue of Perseverance: Why perseverance flows from fortitude, and how magnanimity calls us to pursue great things despite fear of failure 🥊 Avoiding the Initial Spiral: How to respond — not react — after getting “punched in the mouth,” with wisdom from Mike Tyson and Rocky Balboa 🧭 Identity and Resilience: Why your deepest stability comes from divine sonship (“You are my beloved son…”) rather than performance or outcomes 👥 Leaning on Your Support System: The underrated strength of community, and the quiet heroism of saints like St. Mark Ji Tianxiang and St. Gabriel Lalemant 🌱 Invisible Growth: Why real resilience often means showing up faithfully even without a dramatic comeback moment If you’re walking through failure, feeling knocked down, or trying to build a mindset that can weather real adversity, this episode will offer practical tools and spiritual clarity for getting back up — stronger, steadier, and anchored in who you truly are. Hit follow or subscribe so you don’t miss future episodes! 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

Jan 28

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38 min
JAN 16

Seasons & Little Treats

Life comes in seasons — some cozy, some hard, some confusing — and this week on What a Gift, Jule and Sarra unwrap how to recognize them, survive them, and even receive them with gratitude. Jule reflects on seasons of the year (fall lovers, rise up 🍂), seasons of life (singleness, grief, confidence, getting your spark back), and why naming the season you’re in can actually bring peace and perspective. Sarra shares what it’s like to feel “behind” while still building a full, meaningful life — and how stepping into leadership and confidence can be its own season. Then we unwrap little treat culture — when it helps, when it doesn’t, and how small rewards (coffee, flowers, dessert, tequila toasts, croissants) can motivate us to keep going without rewarding mediocrity. We wrap up with everyone’s favorite segment, The Gift of Perspective, featuring: Sarra’s childhood reading diary (an accidental roast) Jule’s 2020 pandemic birthday journal entry that hits differently in hindsight ✨ Takeaway: You don’t have to rush your season. Name it. Receive it. And don’t forget — life is a gift.

Jan 16

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40 min

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