Catholic Life Coach For Men
As a modern Catholic guy, it's hard to find the balance. We know that God should come first, but what does that really mean? We know we're supposed to love our wife, but how do I do that when I'm overwhelmed by work and kids? This podcast is dedicated to those guys who really want to grow and become the man God created them to be. You'll find both practical strategies for managing life and better ways to view and engage the world. Join Life Coach Michael Jaquith and take one step closer to standing tall in the sight of the Father.
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212 - Humility Part 1 - What is Humility really
07/22/2024
212 - Humility Part 1 - What is Humility really
Humility is one of the hardest and most essential of virtues to grow in. It's painful, embarrassing, and well...humiliating! The hard part is most people don't even really understand what humility is. Join me in this episode as I start a new series on humility. The goal of this episode is just to explore what humility is, how to find our pride, and some basics of what to do. In subsequent episodes, I'll walk through each line of the litany of humility. First, however, we need some basics. This episode is not going to be fun, comfortable, or easy to listen to. It may, however, be the most important podcast episode you listen to! I also invite you to check out my free Manly Strengths Assessment at
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211 - A Modern Teresa of Ávila with Ed Jozsa
07/15/2024
211 - A Modern Teresa of Ávila with Ed Jozsa
Sometimes the day that everything goes horribly, even tragically wrong, can be the best thing ever to happen to us. We almost never see it that way at the time, but we worship a God of impossibilities. A God that does things that seem utterly impossible. Join me in this episode as Ed Jozsa shares his miraculous, unbelievable story. After an accident that the doctors all agreed he should never have survived, Ed was given a series of truly mystical visions. They were a wake-up call to a man who was sleeping through his life. They can be a wake-up call to us as well. If you want to watch and read more about Ed's miraculous story, you can find it at his website:
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210 - Fatherhood Is Critical
07/08/2024
210 - Fatherhood Is Critical
Whether you are a father, grandfather, or thinking you might become a father one day, odds are that you aren't giving enough gravity to what that role really means. A father is often even more critical in an older child's life than his mother - and research supports this scary (and politically incorrect) conclusion! Join me in this episode as I explore the data about why fatherhood is so critical, ways that we can imitate our Heavenly Father, and practical tips to being a better father right now. Wherever you are in your journey as a father, something in this episode will challenge and inspire you to up your game. Your children are counting on you! I invite you to check out my free Manly Strengths Assessment at
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209 - Day One or One Day
07/01/2024
209 - Day One or One Day
While Eve was speaking to the serpent, Adam...stood by idle. He did not act. How often do we also fail to act - either entirely or slowly? Join me in this episode as I explore why it is so important to make today "Day One" or obedience to God's will, rather than waiting to obey "One Day" in the future when it's more convenient. God invites us to obedience. I also invite you to check out my free Manly Strengths Assessment at
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208 - Dealing with Critical Race Theory with Dr George Maurer
06/26/2024
208 - Dealing with Critical Race Theory with Dr George Maurer
If you have children that are currently being educated, you need to know about the attacks coming under the label of "Critical Race Theory." CRT is devastating to children - it causes confusion, guilt, blame, and a lifetime of misunderstanding. It's also demonic in origin. Join me in this episode as CRT opposition expert Dr George Maurer walks through what is happening in schools and even home-schooling curriculum across the country in regards to CRT. He explains why it is so bad, and what you need to do as a parent to protect your children. You can follow him on or !
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207 - Encounters With God with Joshua Marcengill
06/24/2024
207 - Encounters With God with Joshua Marcengill
We worship a God of miracles. Sometimes they're subtle or slight - but sometimes they're not! Sometimes the miracles are so big and powerful we're left to wonder how we ever doubted. Join me in this episode as Joshua Marcengill shares his story about God's powerful and miraculous intervention in his life. Multiple times in his story, God brings a powerful healing. Now he has the opportunity to share his encounter with God with others. You can read more about Abundant Encounters at
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206 - Demons Are Real
06/17/2024
206 - Demons Are Real
Many today want to deny the existence or importance of the spiritual realm. It's scary, confusing, and often overwhelming. Yet, we would be foolish to not take it seriously. We know that it's real and has real power in our lives. Join me in this episode as I give some high level guidelines for some things you need to be aware of as a Catholic about the demonic world. This episode is only an introduction that will inspire you to dig deeper with the actual authorities. This should help you know when you need to do more. You can find my free online manly strength assessment at:
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205 - Leadership and Empathy with Lancy Cayko
06/12/2024
205 - Leadership and Empathy with Lancy Cayko
A lot of us take great confidence in our technical skills. We may be the very best at our jobs of all the competition, but if we cannot connect on a personal level then we are going to struggle. Join me in this episode as Lance Cayko walks through his journey of learning to connect with others, and eventually with God. So often we run from God - or at least from what we think God represents. Yet, God patiently draws us back to Himself. The truth always points to Him. You can find Lance's podcast at You can follow his fishing adventures at .
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204 - Balance the Faith and Work
06/10/2024
204 - Balance the Faith and Work
This is a tough time to be in a corporate environment and be a Catholic. There's a tremendous number of powerful assaults on the truth and teachings of goodness going on everywhere. Many men are intimidated and unsure how to balance what seems like an impossible mix: providing for their family while also speaking the truth. Join me in this episode as I tackle this difficult question. What are the principles and practical ways we as Catholic men can navigate these treacherous waters? We must hold to truth. We must hold to charity. We cannot compromise on virtue. We must be men of prayer, discernment, and action. If you haven't yet, go check out my free online Manly Strength Assessment. It will help you quickly determine where you need to work on yourself.
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203 - The Ten Commandments with Ed Van Buskirk
06/03/2024
203 - The Ten Commandments with Ed Van Buskirk
Virtually everyone has heard of the Ten Commandments. Yet, surprisingly, most of us can't actually name all ten. If we can't even name them - do you really think we're actually keeping them? Some people might even wonder if they're still relevant in our lives today. Join me in this episode as Ed Van Buskirk and I talk about the value and necessity of the Ten Commandments in our lives, even today. We discuss why they are a critical part of our struggle towards holiness. God has given us a great gift in the commandments, and we ignore them to our own suffering. You can read more about the amazing work that Ed has done and all he offers at his website: I also invite you to check out my free Manly Strengths Assessment at
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202 - How To Surrender
05/29/2024
202 - How To Surrender
We hear all the time that we need to surrender something to the Lord. Sure, it sounds good, and is probably a good thing to do - but how do we actually do it? Sometimes surrendering that particular thing kind of feels almost like a little bit of death! Sometimes it actually is. But we still have to do it anyways. Join me in this episode as I walk through How to finally Surrender something to the Lord. It's super simple, but also super hard. To help make the point, I also tell 3 stories in my life of where I've had to surrender something, and the pain and agony I've gone through to do it. You can find my new free Manly Strengths Assessment here:
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201 - Burn The Boats with Kevin Phillip
05/20/2024
201 - Burn The Boats with Kevin Phillip
Sometimes God asks us for little things. A little adjustment here or there. Sometimes He asks us to do things that scare the...poop out of us. How we respond to His call tells us a lot about ourselves. All too often we crumble and falter. But we don't have to! Join me in this episode as Kevin Phillip shares his story of God's call to ministry through his life. Sometimes it was easy, and sometimes it was very hard. God often calls us into the place we least want to go - the place we are most afraid of. How we respond to that call sets the course of our lives! You can read more about Kevin's ministry and what he offers at:
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200 - The Real I
05/13/2024
200 - The Real I
Every human has a great number of pieces, parts, and facets to themself. Finding balance is often difficult - commonly one piece (perhaps a lustful piece) takes over control and we seem "surprised" with where we end up. Things get really bad when we confuse a "piece" of ourself for the actual "self." Who is the real "I" that lives beneath all our desires, whims, and needs? Join me in this episode as I start with Exodus chapter 32 (the original "Pride Parade") and explore what commonly happens whenever we confuse a piece of ourselves with the actual self. The response is for the Levites to draw swords and kill - and that is often the response we need also towards those lustful, gluttonous and sinful parts. Mild action doesn't cut it. We need to be radical.
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199 - God's Patience with Scott Maderer
05/08/2024
199 - God's Patience with Scott Maderer
So often in our lives, God is moving pieces that we don't see, or at least understand. We commonly are so focused on the moment we fail to see the bigger picture. Commonly we fear that things are so bad there is no way even God could bring good out. But there are also those blessed moments where God lets us really see back in time - see the beauty of His design, the power of His creativity. In those moments we are offered a renewed hope. Join me in this episode as Scott Maderer shares his story. It is a powerful story of a patient God who lets Scott try it his own way. When that fails, God gently, patiently, and inexorably leads Scott back to the faith. You can read more about Scott's business Inspired Leadership at:
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198 - Deacons of Hope with Dr Kevin Cummings
05/01/2024
198 - Deacons of Hope with Dr Kevin Cummings
The Pro-Life cause is near and dear to many Catholics' hearts. Yet, a lot of us, with good intention, write a check, pray, and hope that's enough. Here's a great story about a group of Deacons who set out to do more. Join me in this episode as Deacon Dr. Kevin Cummings shares the story of Deacons of Hope. While based in Kansas, they are looking to expand. They created an amazing way to help women who were considering abortion; they support, treat, and train these women for success in life. Deacon Kevin also shares some great life advice for those of us who aren't in that "second career" phase yet. You can read more about the Deacons of Hope at their website:
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196 - Time and Purpose with David Buck
04/29/2024
196 - Time and Purpose with David Buck
Most of us believe that God has a plan for us. Probably even a purpose...but do we know what it is? Have you done the work to really connect deeply with God's plan for you? If so, have you gone even further and aligned your time, your calendar, and your life with that purpose? Join me in this episode as David Buck shares both his story and his wisdom about this topic. Like many of us, God has regularly given David a radical turn in the "plan" of his life. As David learned to navigate these changes, he was better able to connect with his purpose and align his time to that purpose. I invite you to listen to this episode and do likewise. It will change your life. You can read more about David and his company (as well as take a free Time Management Analysis) at his website:
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197 - How To Find The Real Issue
04/23/2024
197 - How To Find The Real Issue
We all get triggered. Some of us, frequently. When we get triggered, we love to point the finger at the other person, at the situation, even at God. But what if the right person to point the finger at is ourselves? My claim to you is that you have the power to solve your own triggers, to create your own responses that you choose. You can do it by finally getting to the bottom of what in your life controls you. Join me in this episode as I walk through a process to help sort out and confront many common root causes that cause us as men to become triggered. You can do a lot of this work by yourself, but will definitely benefit from wise and trustworthy men in your life. For certain, you will need to include the Lord.
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195 - The Trap of Addiction with Logan Hufford
04/10/2024
195 - The Trap of Addiction with Logan Hufford
There are some addictions and traps that God lets us get out of pretty easy, but there are some that are really tough. Often we persuade ourselves that we can do it, or that it'll be enough to just get mostly clean - but we're wrong. We delay the healing through self deception. Join me in this episode as Logan Hufford shares his story of a severe sexual addiction and the years he spent struggling for freedom. So often he deceived even himself about what was going on. Even in his darkest moments, God had a plan. The struggle to fully accept God's love is hard for all of us, but certainly for those struggling with an addiction. You can find a link to the specific program Logan was part of here: If you have questions about the groups Logan talked about, or the tools available on the Prodigals of Alaska website, please feel free to reach out to Logan at [email protected]
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194 - Community and Mentorship with Terry Allen
04/08/2024
194 - Community and Mentorship with Terry Allen
Most of us have been blessed repeatedly in life by another person offering wisdom and perspective. Sometimes it was a formal mentorship, sometimes simply a random passing. There's something fundamental to the human experience to learn from and be in community with other humans. Our modern world is quietly suffering in extreme isolation. We've never been so lonely. But we don't have to stay alone! Join me in this episode as Terry Allen describes a new program he is launching to provide mentors to people of all ages. This program is totally free, and has the potential to forever change your life! You can read about this amazing program and sign up to be either a mentor or mentee at his website: https://amentor4me.me/mentors-bio/
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193 - Escape Addiction with Nico Morales
04/03/2024
193 - Escape Addiction with Nico Morales
Addiction can leave one feeling utterly trapped, helpless, and powerless. It's so hard to escape, and even harder yet to hold onto hope. Yet we are never too far gone for God's mercy. Join me in this episode as Nico Morales shares his amazing story of addiction, escape, falling again, and escape again. God's love and grace are what save us all, but not everyone's story shows that love and grace quite so powerfully! You can read more about Nico at his website:
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192 - Suffering and Marriage with Steve Thomas
04/01/2024
192 - Suffering and Marriage with Steve Thomas
"Marriage is the primordial sacrament" - a comment understood by almost none of us. We know that marriage matters, intellectually at least. But how do we actually live out our marriage? How do we capture that sacramental grace in a practical way? Join me in this episode as Catholic author Steve Thomas and I walk through what it means to be a man who is committed to living his marital sacrament in the modern day. It is not an easy, or painless, path. It's a cross, in the most painful of senses. But it is also the most important thing we men who are called to marry can do with our lives! You can find Steve's book at his website:
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191 - Music and Purpose with John Michael Talbot
03/27/2024
191 - Music and Purpose with John Michael Talbot
The early church (and much of the modern Eastern church) had this strong Contemplative component that provided a powerful basis for Christians. This component is, sadly, mostly missing from our modern western Latin Rite Catholicism. But what if what we lost is actually really important? What if we need both contemplative time and community life at times? Join me in this episode as Catholic music composer and community founder John Michael Talbot talks about his life with me. He not only shares a powerful story, he talks about how God was active in his life to bring him to a deeper and more powerful connection. Music was a major part of his story and life. You can read about his music at You can read about his community at You can read about his bakery at
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190 - Differences Between Coaching and Therapy
03/20/2024
190 - Differences Between Coaching and Therapy
One of the most common questions I get is what are the actual differences between Coaching and Therapy. While there are some common challenges between them, there are also some significant differences. Coaching, much like in a gym, is much more of a push to do your best. Therapy, at it's finest, is a gentle nurturing restoration of traumatic damage. There's a time and a place for each, but there's definitely a modern trend to turn to therapy too quickly for too many things. Join me in this episode as I explore some of the major differences between therapy and coaching, both in people who work in each field and how the fields work. I'll also give you some practical ways to help decide where you should go to get the help you need!
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189 - Conquering Addiction with Ryan Penley
03/18/2024
189 - Conquering Addiction with Ryan Penley
We all get into a low slump at times in our lives. Some of those times are lower than others. Most men, when we get into a sticky and dark situation, really struggle to accept help. It seems like simply too much. Join me in this episode as Ryan Penley shares his story of addiction, and how one man's tenderness and gentleness finally cut through his defensive shell and inspired him to get help. Wherever you are in your struggles, or if you know someone else who is struggling, kindness, tenderness, and compassion are a secret weapon for finding help. You can read more about Ryan and his story at You can order his book at
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188 - A Conversion Story with Bill Yoh
03/13/2024
188 - A Conversion Story with Bill Yoh
So often, when God tells us His plan, we resist. We fight it, we avoid it, we might even ignore it. But the Hound of Heaven is not so easily avoided. Sometimes it might take more than 40 years, but He comes for us relentlessly. Join me in this episode as Bill Yoh shares his life and conversion story. We talk through some of his difficult moments and what they mean for us men now. You can find out more about Bill and his book at his website:
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187 - Let Go Of The Past
03/11/2024
187 - Let Go Of The Past
We all know we're supposed to forgive. It should be simple, it should be straightforward. But the truth is it's not only complicated, but extremely difficult. Often we don't even realize when we're failing to forgive. Historians often say that those who do not study the past are doomed to repeat it. I would add that those who do not forgive past hurts are doomed to repeat them. Join me in this episode as I walk through both the metaphysics of forgiveness and some practical ways to really strive towards a deeper forgiveness of others. If we do not forgive, we hurt ourselves - badly. Our Lord's words could not be more clear on this. It is one of the most powerful things you can do to transform your future - for you, your family, and your community.
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186 - Follow Gods Plan with Brandon Davis
03/04/2024
186 - Follow Gods Plan with Brandon Davis
Most of us already feel overwhelmed, like we cannot get everything done we need to. The thought of slowing down to do something else feels impossible. When God suggests a path that isn't already on our list - it's hard. Yet often, when we surrender the first fruits of our time to God, He gives us far more in return. Join me in this episode as Brandon Davis shares how God transformed his life. At the age of 18, Brandon put everything on hold to go into mission for 2 years. Although many things went wrong, more things went very right. God has blessed his life greatly though this obedience. You can find out more about Brandon from his podcast You can also find out more about his AI receptionist business at
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185 - How To Understand Women
02/26/2024
185 - How To Understand Women
Whether you're married or not, it's a safe assumption to say you've been confused by how women think. All men are, at least sometimes. But what if there were at least some guidelines to help you better understand her? Join me in this episode as I offer you 10 different perspectives on specific ways that women think differently from men. I also offer you some specific tips and tricks to help you better understand and connect with a woman. Both men and women are created in the image of God, with equal dignity. Sometimes, though, a better perspective offers better understanding of this truth.
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184 - Radical Catholic Responsibility
02/19/2024
184 - Radical Catholic Responsibility
We love the stories of the heroes, the underdogs, and the winners. We revel in the touchdown throw that wins the superbowl. We sometimes even cry as the hero in the movie sacrifices everything. Yet we so often fail to live our potential in our own lives. What if "taking radical responsibility," "extreme ownership," and "radical accountability" are actually very Catholic ideas, consistent with the teachings of the church? Join me in this episode as I explore the idea that not only is taking responsibility (when done properly) a source of humility, it is even the source of our greatest fulfillment as men. God gave us talents that all too often we allow to stay buried. He's going to demand an accounting of them all one day! Taking responsibility is a powerful step to answering God's call.
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183 - Catholic Parenting with Nancy Bandzuch
02/14/2024
183 - Catholic Parenting with Nancy Bandzuch
It's always been hard to be a parent of a large family. It's even harder these days. The entire culture often seems aligned against us. Even our own church members often seem upset with large families during mass. It's often lonely, isolating, and so frustrating. But you're not alone. Join me in this episode as Nancy Bandzuch talks about the new show put out by the Augustine Institute called "The Catholic Parent." It will help you feel like you're not alone and also help you to be a better parent at the same time. You can find this series on Formed. Most likely, your parish has already purchased access for you. If not, you can get a free trial at :
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