Podcast appearances and mentions of Brooke Taylor

On this episode of Trending with Timmerie, guest host Brooke Taylor brings on Fr. Dave Heney to talk all about forgiveness. You can listen to the entire hour on this topic here. Fr. Dave jumps right in, saying that forgiveness isn’t just something “nice” we should do—it’s absolutely central to living a joyful life. We all get hurt, he says, and if we don’t learn how to handle that pain, it can end up running our lives. What most people want when they’re hurt is to “get even,” but as Fr. Dave explains, you can never actually even the score. That cycle of hurt just keeps spiraling until someone is crushed under it. It's not a good way to live! He then unpacks Jesus’ famous words: “turn the other cheek” and “love your enemies”—verses you might struggle to understand. Fr. Dave explains that it’s not about ignoring the pain or pretending it didn’t happen. It’s about knowing your dignity comes from God, not from the person who insulted or hurt you. And when we’re anchored in that, we can let go of revenge. What’s beautiful is how he separates forgiveness from reconciliation. Forgiveness is an instant decision — “I’m not going to hurt you back.” Reconciliation, though, is a process that takes time. It’s exactly what happens in confession: you stop the harm, admit what you did, promise to change, and try to make things right. A listener, Hannah, calls in asking what to say to friends who were abused as kids and are now struggling with that trauma. Fr. Dave answers with so much tenderness—he says one powerful path to healing is helping others. When someone who was hurt steps into helping or ministry, they reclaim strength and purpose that abuse tried to steal. And, of course, he affirms how important counseling can be when wounds run deep. Brooke also reminds us of all the saints who lived out this radical forgiveness—saints like Maria Goretti and St. Bakhita—showing us the way back to Christ. Yes, forgiveness is hard—but it’s possible, and you are never walking through it alone.

Writer and homemaker Leila Lawler joins guest host Brooke Taylor discussing the digital experiment unfolding in our homes. From crafting screen-free summers to reviving a love of great books, Leila shares ideas to help parents spark imagination, and deeper connection in our families. Digital media expert Paul San Francesco joins Brooke for a compelling look at what teens are really encountering online, and how Catholic families can respond with wisdom and spiritual clarity. From Discord dangers and viral slang to mental health struggles and the witness of Bl. Carlo Acutis, it’s a must-hear guide for navigating digital culture. Resources: Paul San Francesco https://psanfran.wordpress.com/ Leila Lawler https://schoolforhousewives.substack.com/p/digital-devices-devastate-children?r=y8v0r&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&triedRedirect=true

Johnny Kuplack joins guest host Brooke Taylor to share how his 3,500-mile pilgrimage run across America shaped his understanding of suffering, perseverance, and interior transformation. Dale Alquist joins Brooke discussing the crisis in modern education and how the thought of G.K. Chesterton and the Catholic intellectual tradition can help rebuild a culture of truth, beauty, and virtue. Resources: Johnny Kuplac https://www.youtube.com/@Sebaste_org Chesterton Schools Network https://chestertonschoolsnetwork.org/

Dr. James Kimmel Jr. joins guest host Brooke Taylor to discuss The Science of Revenge. Fr. Dave Heney joins Brooke to share a pastoral response to revenge and forgiveness.

Katie Vidmar joins guest host Brooke Taylor to discuss how more Gen Z women are rejecting artificial birth control in favor of natural, cycle-informed care, an approach that reflects what the Church has always taught. Betty Bosarge, OSF joins Brooke discussing Our Lady’s Psalter: Reflections on the Mysteries of the Traditional Rosary. Resources: Katie Vidmar https://katievidmar.com/ Natural Womanhood https://naturalwomanhood.org/cycle-mindfulness-clubs/ Our Lady’s Psalter: Reflections on the Mysteries of the Traditional Rosary https://angelicopress.com/products/our-ladys-psalter-robert-bradley?srsltid=AfmBOopN-d-Rx_fm3cKTROtDEmtBo5CE2CaOl2rowgatoB83eqwmNr11

Fr. Doug Brown chaplain to first responders and parish priest joins guest host Brooke Taylor to discuss the spiritual and emotional toll of rescue work in traumatic conditions. (2:42) Dr. Andrew V. Abela, Dean of the Busch School of Business at The Catholic University of America, discusses his new book Superhabits, exploring how virtue-driven habits can transform your work, your leadership, and interior life. (21:59) Resources: Superhabits: The Universal System for a Successful Life https://sophiainstitute.com/product/super-habits/?srsltid=AfmBOoocQp61XHVU1itRJD1zrPJdPGUypyVQgrg5_M4JXAjHE-6RhPnl

As July begins, and we honor the Precious Blood of Jesus, guest-host Brooke Taylor reflects on the Father who saves us, and the call to be ready. Plus, special guest Ina Carr, O.P. Once immersed in the occult in Indonesia, and caught in a cycle of addiction, suicidal thoughts and broken relationships, she’s now a joyful Third Order Dominican. A gripping conversation about her powerful conversion story and shared apostolate with her husband, Dr. Thomas Carr, O.P. Resources: Dominican House of Prayer https://www.dominicanhouseofprayer.com/

Brooke Taylor sits in for Timmere on Trending, and she is joined by Brother Richard Hendrick, a Capuchin Franciscan and retreat master here to help draw you closer to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The Sacred Heart So, what’s the big deal about the Sacred Heart? According to Brother Richard: “The Sacred Heart is the icon of the entire Gospel.” That’s... a big deal. He explains that when Jesus says He is “meek and humble of heart,” He’s not talking about being passive or a pushover. In Greek, that word “meek” (praus) means a heart fully surrendered to the Father’s will. It’s not soft; it’s powerful. He invites you; yes, even with your messy, distracted, sometimes-scrolling-during-prayer self, to graft your heart into His. “To let His heart be the heart of our heart.” Ireland Just Got Re-Consecrated to the Sacred Heart Brooke also mentions some stunning recent news: Ireland was just reconsecrated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus at the Marian shrine of Knock on the Feast of Corpus Christi! The last time this happened was 150 years ago! What the Saints Teach Us About the Sacred Heart St. Thérèse of Lisieux called the Sacred Heart her hiding place. She wrote that she didn’t need purgatory after death, because she was letting His love be her purgatory now. St. Padre Pio prayed a daily novena to the Sacred Heart for anyone who asked his prayers. St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, the Sacred Heart visionary, gave us the image we all know: Jesus revealing His pierced, flaming heart, crowned with thorns and glowing with love. Brother reminds us that these saints weren’t just inspired by the Sacred Heart... they entered it. Enter In; Don't Just Look This is one of the most beautiful takeaways: we’re not just meant to look at or venerate the Sacred Heart; we’re meant to enter into it. Think of it like a divine invitation to spiritual open-heart surgery. Brother Richard quotes St. Anthony of Padua, who said we shouldn’t just stay by the “entrance” of Jesus’ pierced side; we need to go all the way in. That’s where we find: light, peace, and Heaven on Earth. Sacred Heart + Divine Mercy Ever notice the connection between the Sacred Heart and Divine Mercy? Brother Richard ties it all together: The Sacred Heart is Jesus offering His heart. -Divine Mercy is drawing us in, through those rays of grace. -Both devotions are all about growing in trust. So, whether you pray “Sacred Heart of Jesus, I place all my trust in Thee” or “Jesus, I trust in You”, you’re tapping into the same ocean of mercy. He reminds us: "You exist, so you are already loved." No performance needed. No filters. No spiritual résumé. Here’s the real deal, friend: The Sacred Heart is not a metaphor. It’s real. It’s alive. It’s beating for you. You’re invited in. Not tomorrow. Today. So, whether you’re feeling close to Jesus or like your heart’s been duct-taped together this week… He’s offering you His own heart in exchange. Light a candle. Put up an image of the Sacred Heart. Whisper, “Jesus, meek and humble of heart, make my heart like Yours.” And then just… be loved. Sacred Heart of Jesus, have mercy on us! Immaculate Heart of Mary, pray for us!

Mary Pat Gallagher joins guest host Brooke Taylor to share the astonishing story of her son, Baby Brian; whose incorrupt body, discovered nearly 40 years after his passing, is offering a powerful witness to the sanctity of every life. Br. Richard Hendrick, OFM Cap., leads us on a mystical retreat into the heart of Christ. Resources: Baby Brian https://www.babybrian.org/

Paul Sanfrancesco joins guest host Brooke Taylor to share how social media and AI are reshaping our kids psychologically and morally. Joseph Pearce reveals how beauty led him from hatred to hope and ultimately, to conversion to the Catholic faith. Patrick O’Hearn, author of Parents of the Saints, joins us on the eve of the feast of St. Josemaría Escrivá to reflect on the deep faith of the saint’s parents and what today’s families can learn from their witness. Paul's website https://psanfran.wordpress.com/ Joseph’s website https://jpearce.co/ Patrick’s website https://patrickrohearn.com/

Michelle Piccolo joins guest host Brooke Taylor on Trending with Timmerie. Michelle is one of only four women in Detroit’s history to be consecrated as a virgin living in the world. She shares her story. Fr. Joseph Tuscan, National Director of the Confraternity of Christian Mothers, joins Brooke to share the rich history of this centuries-old movement; its connection to St. Zelie Martin, and how it continues to strengthen Catholic families today. Resources: Confraternity of Christian Mothers https://www.christianmothers.org/

Kitrael Chin joins guest host Brooke Taylor sharing the profound impact of performing at the 2025 Jubilee of Persons with Disabilities at the Vatican. Elizabeth Wellendorf is an American nurse dedicating her life to serving disabled children at an orphanage in Bethlehem. Her mother Christina shares about her great work.

Fr. Ignatius Mazanowski joins guest host Brooke Taylor discussing New Age spirituality and shares how the Catholic faith offers a true path to healing; Melody Lyons joins Brooke unpacking Catholic alternatives to yoga.

Guest host Brooke Taylor is joined by her guest John Sablan who shares his journey from abuse, gang life, and spiritual sloth to becoming a "man on fire" for Christ. John Clark joins Brooke to discuss his book God’s Wounds: The Remarkable Truth of Those Who Bore the Signs of Christ’s Passion, which explores the miraculous phenomenon of the stigmata, Christ’s wounds appearing on ordinary believers. Resources: John Sablan’s website https://www.johnsablan.com/ God's Wounds - The Remarkable Truth of Those Who Bore the Signs of Christ's Passion https://www.amazon.com/Wounds-Remarkable-Truth-Christs-Passion/dp/1683573846

Kevin Wells joins guest host Brooke Taylor discussing today's moral collapse and the biggest challenges facing Catholic youth and families. Resources: Coached by the Curé: Lessons in Shepherding with St. John Vianney https://scepterpublishers.org/products/preorder-coached-by-the-cure?srsltid=AfmBOoqpqcC5CvVsOL03rZS4U56aY_Wo6c3T0J_tFNfMAx7PbsT3DRIw&variant=45397530116273

Guest host Brooke Taylor is joined by her guest Patrick O’Hearn, author of Parents of the Saints. He shares the hidden heroism of the families behind some of our greatest modern saints. He explores their struggles, sacrifices, deep faith; and how, with God’s grace, these parents helped shape the lives of some of the greatest saints. (4:43) Sister Anna Rose, T.O.R, "The Flying Nun," just conquered a half marathon in Pittsburgh. She joins Brooke Taylor to explore the deep connection between running and the spiritual life, exploring the virtue of endurance through suffering and how faith fuels perseverance. (24:59) Resources: Website for Patrick O’Hearn https://patrickrohearn.com/

4/1/25 6am CT Hour - Mark Mastroianni/ Johnny Kuplack Sarah and Glen talk practical jokes on April First, Polka Channel, Walk to Mary and more. Mark breaks down the latest in AI tech ad driver-less cars. Brooke Taylor talks wit ultra marathoner Johnny Kuplack.

Johnny Kuplack joins guest host Brooke Taylor to share his amazing story of running 100 ultra marathons in 100 days to fight for young Catholic men and authentic brotherhood.

Rosemary McGuire Berry, author of Piety and Personality: The Temperaments of the Saints joins guest host Brooke Taylor on Trending with Timmerie. Rosemary explains the four temperaments: choleric, sanguine, melancholy and phlegmatic, and shares insights into how they relate to the saints we know and love. Who was Saint Patrick, and what can we learn from him? Brother Richard Hendrick, OFM Cap. from Dublin, Ireland, shares little known facts about Saint Patrick. Resources: Piety and Personality: The Temperaments of the Saints https://tanbooks.com/products/books/piety-and-personality-the-temperaments-of-the-saints/?srsltid=AfmBOooGowqrA9_c-wQBIGbOz-dT0LJ2eFcOY5stkyfQlYf0dWcY7rNJ

Father Allen Hoffa joins guest host Brooke Taylor to discuss The Role of Repentance in the Spiritual Life (6:00) How can repentance be a lasting change in our lives? (10:17) Betty - Repentance: I feel remorse about wishing someone's death who died. How do I get over that? (17:39) Break 1 How do we foster repentance in our own communities? How does God work with us towards repentance? (33:52) how does confession help us repent? (37:13) Break 2 (40:01) - What is the importance of the daily examination of conscience? (45:17) Tom - I can't through to my wife about going to confession. How do I help her? Joe - Peter in Acts 3: Repent that you may have times of refreshing.

We highlight next month's Women in Agriculture Conference with keynote speaker Brooke Taylor from The Rural Gone Urban Foundation.  We learn about becoming a lineman with Kevin Place, who serves as Director of Training from Ameren Illinois. 

In this episode, listener Brooke Taylor joins Brandon to discuss her challenges navigating “The Matrix” and she walks away experiencing a breakthrough regarding how to break out of her self-imposed cage.   Want to vulnerably share your challenge with Brandon on an episode? tinyurl.com/positivehead    Check out the newly released episode of Brandon's late-night style show Optimystic. youtube.com/weareoptimystic    Connect with Brooke www.instagram.com/soulstarsanctuary13/  Download The Golden Key audio or e-book at GoldenKey.Gift with the Code: POSITIVEHEAD

The Trump Administration has ordered the Pentagon to send an additional 1,500 active-duty troops to the southern border to assist the U.S. Border Patrol in stopping illegal crossings. Along with troops, the Pentagon will also supply military aircrafts to use in deportations. The mayor of El Paso is pushing back saying he does not need military assistance since his border town is safe. FOX's John Saucier speaks with Brooke Taylor, Dallas-based national correspondent for the FOX News Channel reporting from El Paso, Texas, who lays out the details of military help and shares what the people of El Paso are saying about it. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trump Administration has ordered the Pentagon to send an additional 1,500 active-duty troops to the southern border to assist the U.S. Border Patrol in stopping illegal crossings. Along with troops, the Pentagon will also supply military aircrafts to use in deportations. The mayor of El Paso is pushing back saying he does not need military assistance since his border town is safe. FOX's John Saucier speaks with Brooke Taylor, Dallas-based national correspondent for the FOX News Channel reporting from El Paso, Texas, who lays out the details of military help and shares what the people of El Paso are saying about it. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trump Administration has ordered the Pentagon to send an additional 1,500 active-duty troops to the southern border to assist the U.S. Border Patrol in stopping illegal crossings. Along with troops, the Pentagon will also supply military aircrafts to use in deportations. The mayor of El Paso is pushing back saying he does not need military assistance since his border town is safe. FOX's John Saucier speaks with Brooke Taylor, Dallas-based national correspondent for the FOX News Channel reporting from El Paso, Texas, who lays out the details of military help and shares what the people of El Paso are saying about it. Click Here To Follow 'The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Connor Gallagher joins guest host Brooke Taylor to discuss his book: Well Ordered Family which is geared to restore peace to your family. They discuss the importance of focusing on the lives of the saints, having regular family meetings and how crucial it is to have a digital policy for your children. Well Ordered Family https://www.amazon.com/Well-Ordered-Family-Conor-Gallagher/dp/1505134153

Hour 2 for 9/30/24 Drew prayed the Chaplet of Divine Mercy with Brooke Taylor (:19). Then, Deacon Tom Biegel discussed his deliverance ministry Penitent Soldiers of Mary (27:09). Topics included: the sacraments and prayer (37:47), demonic activity (40:16), and the power of the Holy Rosary (45:15). 

Hour 2 for 9/27/24 Drew prayed the Chaplet with Brooke Taylor (:15). Then, Msgr. Brian Bransfield joined Drew to discuss the Archangels (31:29). Topics included: the Book of Revelation (33:26), Sts. Michael (35:33), St. Michael's Lent (37:38), Gabriel (41:15), Rafael (43:00).  Link: https://www.osvcatholicbookstore.com/product/angels-our-guardians-in-spiritual-battle

Hour 2 for 9/25/24 Drew prayed the Chaplet with Brooke Taylor (:17). Then, Dr. Ray Guarendi joined Drew to discuss the logic of Catholicism (28:26). 

Hour 2 for 9/24/24 Drew prayed the Chaplet of Divine Mercy with Brooke Taylor (:16). Then, Fr. Paul Sullins discussed if men are more religious than women (28:01), why women might be frustrated with the Church (44:23), and music at Mass (47:45). 

Hour 2 for 9/23/24 Ed Morrissey prayed the Chaplet with Brooke Taylor (:13). Then, Dr. Grazie Pozo Christine broke down the abortion tragedy in Georgia (25:31). Topics: chemical abortion pill (30:24), Morning After Pill (38:48), lawsuit (42:12), and caller: I work at a hospital and some women don't admit they took the abortion pill (44:30). 

Hour 2 for 9/20/24 Drew prayed the Chaplet of Divine Mercy with Brooke Taylor (:15). Then, Msgr. Jason Gray stopped by to discuss Bishop Fulton Sheen (27:28), miracles (35:28), and how Bishop Sheen inspires priests (42:53). 

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Hour 2 for 9/6/24 Drew prayed the Chaplet with Brooke Taylor. Then, Dr. Mark Miravalle joined Drew to discuss recent Marian rulings from the Vatican (:31). They also discussed Our Lady of the Americas (36:38) and Amsterdam (45:17).  Dr. Mark Miravalle: https://www.markmiravalle.com/ Original Air Date: 7/24/24

Hour 2 for 9/3/24 Ed prayed the Chaplet of Divine Mercy with Brooke Taylor (:21). Then, Adam Minihan from Exodus 90 (25:49) joined the show to discuss fasting and St. Michael's Lent (42:45).  Link:  https://exodus90.com/

Hour 2 for 6/24/24 [original air date] Chaplet of Divine Mercy – Drew & Brooke Taylor (28:44) Msgr. Brian Bransfield – on the power of Baptism  (43:15) – I baptized my niece many years ago

Hour 2 for 8/30/24 Drew prayed the Chaplet with Brooke Taylor (1:03). Then, King Banaian joined Drew to discuss falling American Wages (31:20). They also discussed marriage (40:48), COVID (35:09), and Social Security (47:57). 

Hour 2 for 8/14/24 Drew prayed the Chaplet with Brooke Taylor (:19). Then, Drew told the story of Rudolph Hess (27:09). 

Hour 2 for 8/13/24 Drew prayed the Chaplet with Brooke Taylor (:05). Then, he opened the phones and callers shared their miracle stories (27:12). 

Hour 2 for 8/12/24 Drew prayed the Chaplet with Brooke Taylor (:30). Them, Fr. Roger Landry gave tips about how we can continue the Eucharistic Revival (27:38). 

Hour 2 for 8/9/24 Drew prayed the Chaplet of Divine Mercy with Brooke Taylor (:57). Then, Dr. Eugene Gan discussed AI in schools (27:11), detecting AI (36:09), and plagiarism (45:35). 

Hour 2 for 8/7/24 Drew prayed the Chaplet with Brooke Taylor (:45). Then, Fr. Tim Byerly joined Drew to discuss Maria Esperanza de Bianchini and her cause for canonization (35:56). One caller shared his time visiting holy sites in Venezuela and Maria Esperanza (43:46). 

Hour 2 for 8/5/24 Drew Prayed the Chaplet with Brooke Taylor (:19). Peter Grandich joined Drew to discuss the market downturn (31:38). Callers: Jay Powell should resign (35:52), I'm not shocked about the state of the economy (38:01), and did low mortgage rates cause a real estate crisis? (45:15). https://petergrandich.com/

Hour 2 for 7/30/24 John prayed the Chaplet with Brooke Taylor (:40). Then, Dr. Michael Casey joined John to talk about his uncle Bl. Solanus Casey (25:50). Callers shared their stories and questions (45:31). 

Hour 2 for 7/29/24 John Harper prayed the Chaplet with Brooke Taylor (:16). Then, Brooke and callers shared stories of answered prayers (25:03). One caller shared how the Chaplet converted him (30:08) and another caller shared that she told my friend to pray the chaplet after her cousin was told he needed a double lung transplant and he is doing well now (34:28). Finally, David Bereit discussed cultural renewal in America (41:24).

Hour 2 for 7/24/24 Drew prayed the Chaplet with Brooke Taylor. Then, Dr. Mark Miravalle joined Drew to discuss recent Marian rulings from the Vatican (:31). They also discussed Our Lady of the Americas (36:38) and Amsterdam (45:17).  Dr. Mark Miravalle: https://www.markmiravalle.com/

Hour 2 for 7/23/24 Drew was joined by Chorbishop Sharbel Maroun for a conversation about St. Sharbel (2:46). Then, he prayed the Chaplet with Brooke Taylor. Finally, we recapped the amazing National Eucharistic Congress (29:12). 

Hour 2 for 7/18/24 Drew prays the Chaplet of Divine Mercy w/Brooke Taylor (3:51)  And then Fr. Rocky joins Drew live from the Eucharistic Congress!  (24:07)

Hour 2 for 7/15/24 Drew prayed the Chaplet with Brooke Taylor (:20). Sr. Shawn Pauline, then joined Drew to discuss the power of the Brown Scapular (31:54). Then, callers sounded off on the spiritual perspective on the assassination (40:00). 

Hour 2 for 7/12/24 Drew prayed the Chaplet with Brooke Taylor (:55). Then, Barb Ernster from the World Apostolate of Fatima explained the visions of Hell from the Fatima seers (28:54) and why some souls go to Hell (37:55). Barb also shared a story of tragedy and hope (44:22) and Salvador Dali's conversion (47:40).  Link: https://www.bluearmy.com/