In this episode of the Fairest Love Podcast, we had the opportunity to speak with Dr. Susan Hanssen, history professor at the University of Dallas in Irving, Texas. Dr. Hanssen shares with us an extensive yet approachable view of the history of the American family and our foundations rooted in freedom.Dr. Hanssen has written numerous scholarly articles on history within Western Civilization and the world. A notable article from our conversation today can be found on The Public Discourse titled “Complementarity: Lessons from Little House in the Big Woods.” For parents wanting to have a deeper appreciation for the American family, Dr. Hanssen recommends reading The Little House on the Prairie series as well as A Midwife’s Tale: The Life of Martha Ballard.
Prior to heading to the National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis, we wanted to share a brief episode with some responses from previous guests answering the question, “How has Mary been a mother to you?”We hope that their words can inspire you to grow in a deeper relationship with Mary.View the prayer to Mary, Mother of Fairest Love HERE and join in the Prayer Circle on our website.
DISCLAIMER - This episode contains discussion of sensitive content. Please be advised. As we continue to discuss freedom, Steve Pokorny, founder of Freedom Coaching, joins us on the show to talk about finding freedom from pornography and maintaining it.Steve’s insights are powerful and help us to understand the difference between addiction and compulsion. His coaching-based program highlights the importance of strengthening the understanding of human sexuality in order to work against a compulsion to pornography. You can learn more about Steve’s program by visiting his website or by reading his book, Redeemed Vision.
As we prepare to celebrate the Fourth of July, we have army chaplain, Fr. Peter Pomposello, discussing the value of freedom and his experiences ministering to those in the armed forces.Through his various anecdotes and analogies, Fr. Peter paints a clear picture of the beauty of freedom, how we can use it responsibly, and how we can honor those who have safeguarded it. You can find Fr. Peter on Instagram! @fr.unclesam
On this week’s podcast we are joined by Julie Larkin, founder of the nonprofit Girl Talk. Through profound experiences of her own, Julie saw a need for sisterhood and friendship amongst girls who experience loneliness and self-doubt. Julie shares her thoughts on how parents can encourage their children to grow in their identities as sons and daughters of God as well as in self-confidence and friendship with others. You can learn more about Girl Talk by visiting their website or following on Instagram (@ourgirltalk).