A Resounding Yes!

Paloma & Fig
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A Resounding Yes! is a podcast produced by Catholic creative agency Paloma & Fig centered around Mary's Fiat and how we can say YES to the Lord. Visit www.palomaandfig.com to learn more.

  1. Music, Beauty, and Heaven: Peter Carter on the Renewal of Sacred Music

    1D AGO

    Music, Beauty, and Heaven: Peter Carter on the Renewal of Sacred Music

    Guest host Kaylee Stoll sits down with Peter Carter,  Director of the Catholic Sacred Music Project and Sacred Music Director at Princeton's Aquinas Institute for a rich conversation on the beauty and spiritual power of sacred music.  Peter shares his journey from childhood piano lessons to singing at Carnegie Hall, offers thoughts on navigating liturgical divisions and unpacks the ideas behind his newly published book, The Song of the Lamb: Sacred Music and Heavenly Liturgy, co-authored with Cardinal Robert Sarah. Chapters 00:00: Welcome & Opening Prayer00:42: Introducing Peter Carter02:16: Peter's Music Journey05:38: Singing with the Westminster Symphonic Choir08:49: Cardinal Sarah & the Making of The Song of the Lamb12:19: Silence, Noise, and What the Liturgy Needs15:43: What Is the Song of the Lamb? Earthly Worship & Heavenly Praise19:43: Navigating Liturgical Divisions with Charity26:12: Is Gregorian Chant Outdated? A Response30:59: The Three Criteria of Sacred Music (St. Pius X)40:25: Where to Get the Book & ClosingResources Mentioned The Song of the Lamb: Sacred Music and Heavenly LiturgyCatholic Sacred Music ProjectAquinas Institute at Princeton UniversityThe Power of Silence by Cardinal Robert SarahProduced by Saint Kolbe Studios Send a text Support the show Follow Paloma & Fig on Facebook, Instagram & LinkedIn. Learn more at www.palomaandfig.com. Join in the conversation by joining our Facebook group, A Resounding Yes!

    43 min
  2. Faith, AI & the Digital Age w/ Theresa Payton

    FEB 27

    Faith, AI & the Digital Age w/ Theresa Payton

    In this timely Lenten episode, host Christina Sabo welcomes back Theresa Payton — CEO and founder of Fortalice Solutions, cybersecurity expert, and the first female White House Chief Information Officer under President George W. Bush.  The two have a wide-ranging conversation on navigating faith, technology, and truth in today's digital world. The conversation covers how Catholics can respond faithfully to the Nancy Guthrie disappearance case amid a flood of AI-generated misinformation, how AI scams are specifically targeting the faithful and what to do about it, and how the three Lenten pillars of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving can shape the way we engage with technology and media. Chapters 00:00 — Welcome & Opening Prayer01:20 — Theresa's Background: White House, Cybersecurity & Faith06:34 — The Nancy Guthrie Case: A Faith-Filled Response10:21 — AI, Misinformation & the Media Landscape13:33 — Digital Detectives: Ethical Boundaries for Online Engagement15:51 — AI Scams Targeting the Faithful22:18 — Human Dignity and AI Ethics24:20 — AI Regulation: A Call to Civic Action28:34 — How the Church Can Stay Spiritually Anchored in a Tech World32:39 — Lenten Pillars41:00 — ConclusionResources Mentioned Fortalice SolutionsIdentity Theft Resource CenterFBI Tip LineTheresa's previous apperance on A Resounding Yes!_____________________ Produced by Saint Kolbe Studios Send a text Support the show Follow Paloma & Fig on Facebook, Instagram & LinkedIn. Learn more at www.palomaandfig.com. Join in the conversation by joining our Facebook group, A Resounding Yes!

    43 min
  3. Saying Yes to Catholic Education with Kyle Pietrantonio

    FEB 20

    Saying Yes to Catholic Education with Kyle Pietrantonio

    This Lenten season, we are so grateful to welcome Kyle Pietrantonio, Senior Partner at Partners in Mission, to the show. Kyle's yes is rooted in a deep Catholic upbringing, a providential detour through Classics and Medieval Studies, and a leap of faith that led him straight into the heart of Catholic education.  In this episode, Kyle shares how God's hand guided him to where he is today, why Catholic schools are one of the most powerful vehicles for evangelization in our time, and what it means to truly cast out into the deep in service to our Church. We also get to share something very dear to us here at Paloma & Fig: an exciting leadership opportunity at our very own St. Joseph's Catholic School in beautiful Macon, Georgia. Learn More About St. Joseph's and Macon, GA:  Founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1872, St. Joseph's Catholic School in Macon, Georgia has over 152 years of Catholic educational tradition. Serving 210 students from Pre-K through 5th grade, the school forms disciples through rigorous academics, daily lived faith, and a warm, welcoming community rooted in the Gospel. Students grow through rich liturgical life, sacramental preparation, service, and a vibrant student culture encompassing leadership, arts, and STEM.  Closely partnered with St. Joseph Catholic Church and the Diocese of Savannah, the school is distinguished by engaged families, active parishioners, and a deep commitment to the dignity of each child. Macon itself is a thriving Southern gem — recognized by Southern Living as a Top 10 Southern Destination and by Time Magazine as one of the World's Greatest Places in 2025. Resources: History of Catholicism in Macon and Historic St. Joseph Catholic ChurchWildcat History of Fr. James “Hootie” McCown and FlanneryMore information on Current Search for St. Joseph’s led by Partners in MissionSt. Joseph’s Catholic SchoolPrincipal ProspectusLearn more about the Georgia MartyrsLearn more about Macon Produced by Saint Kolbe Studios Send a text Support the show Follow Paloma & Fig on Facebook, Instagram & LinkedIn. Learn more at www.palomaandfig.com. Join in the conversation by joining our Facebook group, A Resounding Yes!

    37 min
  4. Return to the Lord this Lent

    FEB 18

    Return to the Lord this Lent

    Christina offers a short reflection to help you start Lent on the right foot this Ash Wednesday, and offers a teaser for what the podcast will look like these next few weeks 👀 May you have a blessed and fruitful Ash Wednesday and Lenten season! Verses mentioned: Joel 2 Luke 4 Psalm 51 Produced by Saint Kolbe Studios Send a text Support the show Follow Paloma & Fig on Facebook, Instagram & LinkedIn. Learn more at www.palomaandfig.com. Join in the conversation by joining our Facebook group, A Resounding Yes!

    6 min
  5. Can You Be Both Jewish and Catholic? w/ Dr. Angela Costley

    FEB 13

    Can You Be Both Jewish and Catholic? w/ Dr. Angela Costley

    It seems like an odd question to ask: can you be Jewish and Catholic? Don't you have to pick one? Well, join us as Christina Sabo has a conversation with Dr. Angela Costley, a second-generation Hebrew Catholic and theologian. The two discuss her groundbreaking book, From Sinai to Rome where Dr. Costley explores the continuity between Jewish identity and Catholic faith. Dr. Costley is a Hebrew Catholic theologian, a graduate of Oxford, and she completed her PhD at the St Patrick’s Pontifical University. A board member of the Association of Hebrew Catholics, she is committed to deepening the Church’s awareness of its Jewish dimension and securing recognition for the unique spirituality of Hebrew Catholics.  Key Ideas You'll Hear About: What does it mean to be Hebrew Catholic? Dr. Costley shares her personal journey of embracing both her Jewish heritage and Catholic faith simultaneouslyA transformative moment: How studying the Holocaust at age 16 solidified her Jewish identity and her understanding of God's providenceLiving as both Jew and Catholic: Why this identity isn't about choosing one over the other, but about seeing Jesus as the Jewish MessiahResources: From Sinai to Rome by Dr. Angela CostleyAssociation of Hebrew Catholics - Organization dedicated to Hebrew Catholic spirituality and awarenessPaloma&Fig Produced by Saint Kolbe Studios Send a text Support the show Follow Paloma & Fig on Facebook, Instagram & LinkedIn. Learn more at www.palomaandfig.com. Join in the conversation by joining our Facebook group, A Resounding Yes!

    36 min
  6. An Unlikely Yes: How a Secular Feminist Found Catholicism

    FEB 6

    An Unlikely Yes: How a Secular Feminist Found Catholicism

    Today on A Resounding Yes!, Christina is joined by Dr. Abigail Favale, professor at Notre Dame and author of the new spiritual thriller Our Lady of the Sign. In this episode: Abigail's unlikely conversion journey from secular feminism to CatholicismHow she wrestled with feminist objections to Catholic teaching on women, priesthood, and sexualityThe Marian spirituality that centers Abigail's faith and inspired her novelWhy she chose to write a psychological thriller that explores truth, deception, and spiritual warfareThe role of fiction in evangelization and reaching readers who might not pick up apologeticsBalancing motherhood, academic work, and creative writingWhy listen: If you've ever struggled with questions about women's role in the Church, wondered how to reconcile modern feminism with Catholic teaching, or are looking for fresh perspectives on faith and fiction, this conversation offers honest insights from someone who's lived through those tensions. Resources: Our Lady of the Sign by Abigail FavaleInto the Deep: An Unlikely Catholic Conversion by Abigail FavalePaloma&Fig's Review of Our Lady of the SignMcGrath Institute for Church Life at University of Notre Dame Produced by Saint Kolbe Studios Send a text Support the show Follow Paloma & Fig on Facebook, Instagram & LinkedIn. Learn more at www.palomaandfig.com. Join in the conversation by joining our Facebook group, A Resounding Yes!

    40 min
  7. Preparing for a Lifetime of Marriage (Not Just a Wedding) w/ Jessie Wiegand

    JAN 30

    Preparing for a Lifetime of Marriage (Not Just a Wedding) w/ Jessie Wiegand

    Join us for an inspiring conversation with Jessie Wiegand, Director of Marketing and Public Relations for The Marriage Group. Christina and Jessie discuss sacramental marriage, online marriage formation, and building joyful Catholic relationships. Jessie shares insights from nearly 30 years of marriage and discusses how The Marriage Group is transforming marriage preparation and ongoing formation for couples worldwide. Main Topics: The difference between marriage prep and marriage formationHow online experiences are revolutionizing Catholic marriage preparationThe importance of Natural Family Planning (NFP) educationSupporting clergy and parish staff with streamlined marriage formationBuilding community among engaged and married couplesCommunication as the foundation of a strong marriage Links & Resources Use code YES26 for 10% off a year's subscription to the Marriage Every Day CommunityThe Marriage Group Produced by Saint Kolbe Studios Subscribe to Resounding Yes on your favorite podcast platform and visit palomaandfig.com for more faith-filled content. Send a text Support the show Follow Paloma & Fig on Facebook, Instagram & LinkedIn. Learn more at www.palomaandfig.com. Join in the conversation by joining our Facebook group, A Resounding Yes!

    52 min
  8. Adventure Awaits: Saying Yes to the Lord w/ Stacey Sumereau

    JAN 23

    Adventure Awaits: Saying Yes to the Lord w/ Stacey Sumereau

    Today, we're joined by Stacey Sumereau, Catholic author, speaker, and host of the Called and Caffeinated podcast. Stacey shares her journey from Broadway stages to discerning religious life, and ultimately to her vocation as wife and mother of five. We discuss her new book, Adventure Awaits: How to Interpret Your Desires and Hear God's Voice, published by Ave Maria Press. Resources Mentioned: Adventure Awaits by Stacey Sumereau Stacey's WebsiteCalled and Caffeinated podcast and YouTube channelDiary of Saint FaustinaThe Fulfillment of All Desire by Ralph Martin5 Rules for Hosting a Crappy Dinner Party (and Seeing Your Friends More Often)  Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction & Opening Prayer02:17 - Motherhood, Social Media & Finding Pure Motivations06:52 - From Broadway Dreams to Spiritual Emptiness10:30 - The Surrender Prayer & Vision of Exchanging Hearts16:33 - Adventure Awaits: Seeking Relationship Over Answers25:50 - Hearing God's Voice Through Scripture & Imagination35:26 - The Five S's of the Surrendered Heart42:51 - Community, Connection & Catholic Living47:11 - Called and Caffeinated: Ministry as External Processing55:52 - Closing Prayer & Blessing Produced by Saint Kolbe Studios Send a text Support the show Follow Paloma & Fig on Facebook, Instagram & LinkedIn. Learn more at www.palomaandfig.com. Join in the conversation by joining our Facebook group, A Resounding Yes!

    58 min
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A Resounding Yes! is a podcast produced by Catholic creative agency Paloma & Fig centered around Mary's Fiat and how we can say YES to the Lord. Visit www.palomaandfig.com to learn more.

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  • Creator
    Paloma & Fig
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    40
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 A Resounding Yes!
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