Living the CALL with Deacon Charlie

Deacon sits down with husband-and-wife team D'Lytha and Nathan Myers to discuss their collaborative path in the arts, from musical theater roots to producing their independent family film Aria Appleton Shines. They share insights on blending faith with creativity, overcoming production challenges through divine provision, and addressing timely themes like tech addiction and bullying in a fun, musical format. The conversation explores the evolution of Christian media, the importance of staying grounded in Christ amid success, and their upcoming projects aimed at inspiring families and young audiences.Links to highlight:https://www.ariaappleton.com/https://www.facebook.com/ariaappletonfilm/https://www.instagram.com/ariaappleton/?hl=en Aria Appleton is available on Prime Video: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F6YG6TBH Watch the trailer & subscribe to the YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/rD7KSGsy3ds?si=-WTKhmxVmRtJLcNB Get a free copy of “Lesson 3: Honor” from our Parents/Leaders Guide. Here is a link to sign up: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/LIZWwFc Check out the soundtrack: https://ariaappleton.hearnow.com/

In this episode, Deacon Charlie sits down with Chase Crouse, founder of Hypuro, a Catholic fitness ministry that integrates physical discipline with spiritual growth. Chase shares his inspiring journey from a nominal Catholic upbringing to a profound reversion sparked by Matthew Kelly’s Rediscover Catholicism. He discusses how fitness became a cornerstone of his spiritual life, drawing from St. John Paul II’s Theology of the Body and the concept of active and passive purgation to frame exercise as a modern form of asceticism.Hypuro Fithttps://www.hypurofit.org/Speed Round Fitness Ratings (Scale: 1–10, 10 being awesome):Ozempic: 5 (situational; depends on medical need).Weighted Vests: 3 (overhyped, useful for some but not essential).Pilates: 5 (better than nothing, but Chase hasn’t tried it).CrossFit/Functional Fitness: Varies (10 for great coaches, -10 for poor ones; coach quality critical to avoid injury).Infrared Sauna: 6–7 (enjoyable, not essential).Cold Exposure: 7–8 for athletes needing recovery, lower for general muscle-building goals.Hyrox: 8 (fun and challenging, especially as a team event).P90X: 3–4 (dated but better than nothing).

In this conversation, Jesús Canchola Sánchez shares his journey of faith and LGBTQ identity, cultural identity, and artistic expression. He discusses the complexities of growing up in a Mexican Catholic household, navigating political ideologies, and exploring personal relationships. Throughout his journey, he reflects on the importance of family, community, and the role of media in shaping perceptions of faith. Ultimately, he emphasizes the power of storytelling as a means to connect with others and inspire hope, culminating in the release of his debut novel, 'Escape from Natura Meta.'SHOWNOTES:https://www.jesuscancholasanchez.com/https://www.amazon.com/Escape-Natura-Jes%C3%BAs-Canchola-S%C3%A1nchez/dp/B0DZBH6P4M

In this episode, Deacon sits down with Michael Lichens — former editor of Catholic Exchange and St. Austin Review, and a seasoned editor of nonfiction, memoirs, short stories, scripts, and more. Known for his passion for strange history and offbeat travels, Michael shares insights from his newest book and dives into a wide-ranging conversation full of fascinating, intriguing topics.__https://www.mlichens.com/Weird Catholic Handbookhttps://sophiainstitute.com/product/weird-catholic-handbook/?srsltid=AfmBOor3ltm3FPMdnZPXfXRRSl2T2dKsbWOR09mc_6XGUMzbTrAXxjiV

Catholic couples are stressed out. They feel alone. They are wondering where their community is. Soren Johnson, co-founder of Trinity House, joins Deacon Charlie to discuss how the icon of the trinity can be a model for the home.https://trinityhousecommunity.org/

Father Robert Spitzer, S.J., Ph.D., joins Deacon Charlie Echeverry to explore the crossroads of science and sacred history. They dive into the mysteries of the Shroud of Turin, examine how the Church has long nurtured scientific inquiry, and discuss near-death experiences, AI, and miracles—revealing how a scientific approach can actually deepen our Catholic faith.  Christ, Science, and Reason: What We Can Know about Jesus, Mary, and Miracles by Fr. Robert Spitzer. S.J., Ph.DMagisterium AI

John Bishop is the founder and Executive Director at Forge which is teaching men how to be good fathers. He discusses with Deacon Charlie the importance of strong men in our families, in the church, and in the world.The website:https://myforge.org