Wired to Love

In this episode, Ryan, a college student, shares candidly his personal testimony of healing after an era of darkness and depression from addiction to porn and same-sex attraction. He shares his healing story upon encountering the light of love.

Fr. Martin is joined by a female college student, Melina, to discuss secular views of what it means to be a woman vs. the Gospel vision for women.

Brothers Deacon Tim and Bob come on the show again to talk about the important of authenticity with Fr. Martin.

Deacon Tim, husband and father to 4, and Bob, husband and father to 5, share their insights into what makes a relationship lasting - trust.

In this episode, Fr. Martin Connor speaks once more with Anna Mudd, a canon law student of St. Paul University in Ottawa, Canada, who is discerning lay consecrated life as a Consecrated Virgin. They continue their conversation on chastity and healthy boundaries.

In this episode, Fr. Martin Connor engages in a meaningful conversation with Anna Mudd, a doctoral student at Catholic University in Washington DC, who is discerning lay consecrated life with Regnum Christi. Anna explores the profound significance of emotional order and purity in relationships. She shares insights on how maintaining clear boundaries and integrating these principles into daily life enriches relationships and fosters personal growth. Anna's perspective offers a thoughtful reflection on nurturing emotional well-being and fostering healthy connections in today's world.

In this episode, Fr. Martin Connor sits down with John and Adi Summers, who share their journey of creating a blended family after marrying later in life, following experiences with divorce and annulment. Together, they candidly explore the challenges of managing expectations in marriage, reflecting on the lessons they've learned along the way. Their discussion offers insights into navigating complex family dynamics, fostering understanding, and embracing growth as a couple.

Season 4 Episode 1 In this episode, Fr. Martin Connor, LC, engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Fr. Steven Reilly, LC, on the crucial importance of self-awareness and emotional intelligence. They delve into how modern lifestyles often prioritize constant movement and distraction, leaving little space for introspection. This lack of self-awareness can quietly influence individuals, impacting their relationships and behaviors without their conscious recognition. By exploring these dynamics, they uncover how unprocessed emotions can unexpectedly manifest in actions, underscoring the significance of acknowledging and understanding our internal states for personal growth and healthier interactions. Father Steven Reilly, LC, is a member of the Legionaries of Christ. After having joined the congregation in 1982, he was ordained to the priesthood in 1994, in Mexico City.  He studied philosophy in Rome at the Pontifical Gregorian University and theology at the Legion's own Pontifical University, Regina Apostolorum, also in Rome. He worked in Dallas, Washington, D.C., and New York. In 2020, he was named to the territorial council for the Legion's North American territory and joined the territorial directorate community in Cumming, Georgia. His younger brother is also a priest in the Legion, Father Scott Reilly LC, who is currently assigned as the Legion's center near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Fr. Martin Connor, LC, speaks with two school teachers speak to common cultural problems that can inhibit our current generation.

Fr. Martin Connor, LC, speaks with Fr. Donal O'Keefe, LC,Radio Host at Guadalupe Radio LA about contraception and the call to purity.

Fr. Martin Connor, LC, speaks with Taylor O'Brien, founder of "Candid Communion," about friendships rooted in Christ.

Fr. Martin Connor, LC, speaks with Fr. Scott Reilly, LC, who currently serves in Philadelphia walking with men and helping them to live their vocation to lead according to God's plan. They speak about the cultural attack on the family.

Fr. Martin Connor, LC, speaks with Tanner, a young man and member of Regnum Christi, about humanity's vocation to love and be loved.

In this episode of Wired to Love, Fr. Martin Connor, LC, interviews Janet Lees, a spiritual director with Regnum Christi, a spiritual family and apostolic body in the Catholic Church, dedicated to bringing Christ and his kingdom to today's world. They discuss the power of intentional relationships.

In this episode of Wired to Love, Fr. Martin Connor, LC, interviews Vince and Monica Frese. They discuss the topic of forgiveness in relationships.

In this episode of Wired to Love, Fr. Martin Connor, LC, interviews Vince and Monica Frese. They discuss rebounding in dating.

Jeff and Donna Garret, parents to 4 adult children and married for 34 years, talk about the last stages of dating and red flags.

Janet Lees, mother of 7 and spiritual guide, talks about how cohabiting can lead to mistrust and lack of commitment in a relationship.

Janet Lees, a spiritual guide and mother of 7, talks about the importance of spiritual accompaniment.

Ramon Garcia, a young professional, talks about being single in his 20s, 30s, and 40s and practicing emotional chastity.

Joe and Mary Zuniga, married for a year and with a newborn, talk with Fr. Martin about their personal growth in getting to know themselves - the strengths and weaknesses that they have brought into their relationship.

Joe and Mary Zuniga, married a year ago and with a newborn, talk about the importance of friendships

Joe and Mary Zuniga, married for a year and with a newborn, talk about the more advanced stages of dating.

Jim O'Day from Integrity Restored talks about how individuals, spouses, and families can be affected by pornography. "Integrity Restored provides education, training, encouragement, and resources to break free from pornography, heal relationships, and to assist parents in preventing and responding to pornography exposure which is so devastating in the lives of our children. We are also a resource that trains and helps clergy in assisting families at the parish level, so that the domestic church truly becomes what it is, the human space in which we encounter Christ."

Sal Marcello and Will Schmitz are founders of Real-Time Management Strategies, launched in 2022, it is a 1-1 coaching program to help men kick the porn habit. They share their personal experience in battling porn addiction. How to connect with them: https://twitter.com/Breakupwithporn

Joe and Mary Zuniga, married for a year and with a newborn, talk about their engagement journey.

Newlyweds Paul and Cassidy Zuniga (married in May of 2022) talk about the fears that they faced while dating and how they committed to each other.

Three young women, Titi, Marissa, and Maggie - share their experiences with dating in the digital age - "texting" or "DMing" on various platforms before even talking on the phone or in person to finally dating. They discuss the process of finally defining a relationship and how they balance their romantic relationship with your other relationships with their relatives and friends.

Three young women share their take on The Dating Booklet trailer. Check it out for yourself at wiredtolove.com or click HERE.

Thank you for joining us in season 1. In season 2, we will delve into The Dating Booklet, available on Amazon.

Episode 10 of Wired to Love: What is false self-possession and how does it inhibit our self-development? Fr. Martin Connor, LC, is joined by his regular contributors Joe Zuniga and Sarah Rocko.

Fr. Martin takes Wired to Love on the road and meets Ramon, a single young professional who works as a graphics designer. They have an honest conversation about purity in the single life.

Fr. Martin takes Wired to Love on the road and meets Deacon John, a Catholic deacon soon to be ordained a priest and take on the vow of celibacy. Is celibacy sexual repression?

Episode 9 of Wired to Love: What is self-possession and how does it promote our happiness? Fr. Martin Connor, LC, is joined by his regular contributors Joe Zuniga and Sarah Rocko.

Fr. Martin takes Wired to Love on the road and meets Christine Lacayo, a Christian environmentalist writer. www.christinemarielacayo.com

Episode 8 of Wired to Love: What is emotional chastity and how can it help us mature in love? Fr. Martin Connor, LC, is joined by his regular contributors Joe Zuniga and Sarah Rocko.

Fr. Martin takes Wired to Love on the road and meets Christine Lacayo, a Christian environmentalist writer. www.christinemarielacayo.com

Episode 7 of Wired to Love: What is the difference between chastity and celibacy? Fr. Martin Connor, LC, is joined by his regular contributors Joe Zuniga and Sarah Rocko.

Fr. Martin takes Wired to Love on the road and meets Lauren, a consecrated woman, for a second time. What does it mean to live the message of theology of the body as a consecrated person?

Episode 6 of Wired to Love: What is chastity and how does our culture view it? Fr. Martin Connor, LC, is joined by his regular contributors Joe Zuniga and Sarah Rocko.

Fr. Martin takes Wired to Love on the road and meets Sophie, a college student. They'll speak about how attraction in the beginning of a relationship can blind us to red flags.

Episode 5 of Wired to Love: What does it mean to love with your head and your heart? Fr. Martin Connor, LC, is joined by his regular contributors Joe Zuniga and Sarah Rocko.

Fr. Martin takes Wired to Love on the road and meets Will, a college student. They'll speak about self-acceptance and loving ourselves before we can love someone else.

Episode 4 of Wired to Love: What does it mean to love with your head and your heart? Fr. Martin Connor, LC, is joined by his regular contributors Joe Zuniga, Sarah Rocko, and Lauren Hawkesworth.

Fr. Martin takes Wired to Love on the road and speaks with Lauren Hawkesworth, a consecrated woman. They'll speak about what living chastity looks like for a consecrated person.

Episode 3 of Wired to Love: Why are we settling for a counterfeit of a love that leaves us empty and can never satisfy us? Fr. Martin Connor, LC, is joined by his regular contributors Joe Zuniga, Sarah Rocko, and Lauren Hawkesworth.

Fr. Martin takes Wired to Love on the road and meets John and Sandy, a couple whose been married for 39 years. They'll speak about how their love matured throughout their married life.

Episode 2 of Wired to Love: What can we learn about ourselves and others when we love selflessly? Fr. Martin Connor, LC, is joined by his regular contributors Joe Zuniga, Sarah Rocko, and Lauren Hawkesworth.

Episode 1 of Wired to Love: What kind of love offers genuine happiness? Fr. Martin Connor, LC, is joined by his regular contributors Joe Zuniga, Sarah Rocko, and Lauren Hawkesworth.

Fr. Martin takes Wired to Love on the road and meets Ana, a college student. They'll speak about emotional maturity.