Beyond Saint Podcast
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Episodes
Fr. Scott Borgman’s life reads like a tapestry woven across continents, faiths, and callings. Raised in a missionary family in West Africa and once working in Hollywood, he eventually found his way to the Catholic Church through a deep love for the Eucharist. After studying in Rome and being ordained in 2010, he brings wisdom, compassion, and canonical expertise to the Diocese of Orange. His story is a testament to conversion, cour...
Fr. Daniel J. Seo is an Orange County native who grew up in La Palma and discovered his vocation while studying at UC Irvine.
Formed at St. John’s Seminary, he was ordained a priest for the Diocese of Orange in 2019.
He now serves as the director priest of Our Lady of Peace Korean Catholic Center, shepherding a vibrant faith community.
His ministry is marked by humility, cultural fluency, and deep pastoral care.
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Father Michael Mannhardt is a Catholic priest and Franciscan friar known for his work at the intersection of faith, culture, and film. As a pastor, he has consistently emphasized evangelization through modern media, recognizing storytelling as a powerful tool for moral clarity and spiritual awakening. He served as a producer on the feature films Sound of Freedom and Unplanned, projects that sparked widespread cultural conversation ...
Douglas Urbanski is an award-winning film producer, actor, and frequent political commentator known for his collaborations with legendary director Gary Oldman. Over the years, Urbanski has produced acclaimed films such as The Contender, Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, and Darkest Hour, which won multiple Academy Awards. Beyond Hollywood, he’s recognized for his sharp insight on culture, politics, and the arts—often appearing as a guest ...
Fr. Rocky, whose full name is Father Francis J. Hoffman, is the executive director and CEO of Relevant Radio, a Catholic radio ministry. He hosts shows like "Family Rosary Across America" and "Go Ask Your Father," and is known for his work in Catholic media, evangelization, and creating educational content like his Lenten series on the sacraments.
Gia Chacón is the founder of For the Martyrs and the organizer of the annual March for the Martyrs, a movement dedicated to raising awareness about Christian persecution worldwide. Inspired by a mission trip to Egypt where she witnessed the courage of persecuted believers, Gia shifted her life toward advocacy, giving a voice to those suffering for their faith. The March for the Martyrs, held in Washington, D.C., gathers Christians ...
Monsignor Anthony Figueiredo is a priest of the Archdiocese of Newark (USA) who holds a doctorate in Sacred Theology from the Pontifical Gregorian University and a licentiate in spirituality from the Pontifical University of Saint Thomas Aquinas. He has served in the Vatican Curia, taught in seminaries both in the U.S. and Rome, and overseen the Catholic mission at Seton Hall University. Currently, he is Director of International...
Mario Enzler is a former Swiss Guard who served under Pope St. John Paul II from 1989 to 1993. Originally from Italy, he later worked in banking and Catholic education, founding a classical academy and teaching at several universities. He is a speaker and author who shares insights on leadership, faith, and his experiences at the Vatican.
Dr. Ira Dewitt sits down with Megan Garcia is speaking out after the tragic death of her 14-year-old son earlier this year after he son had been engaged in a months-long virtual emotional and sexual relationship with a chatbot created by Character.AI.. Now, she is pushing for accountability and change, raising urgent questions about the responsibilities of AI companies and the protections needed for vulnerable users.
Sitting down with SR. Abby Avelino who has dedicated her life to stopping human sex trafficking
Dr. Ira Dewitt sits down with Exorcist Fr. Stephen. Everything you need to know about exorcisms from how to get possessed to meeting the Devil Himself. Dos and Donts with Demons and more.
Teletakoum, a global network of Catholic sisters, fights human trafficking and exploitation of women and children. In this compelling episode, a sister shares harrowing stories of victims as young as three years old, exploited through false job promises across countries including Japan and Gulf nations. Beyond rescue, Teletakoum provides shelter, trauma recovery, and empowerment programs like baking and scholarship opportunities, n...
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dion DiMucci, a rock star with 39 top 40 hits, a philosopher, and a devoted Catholic. Dion shares his early life in the Bronx, his love for music influenced by Hank Williams and Jimmy Reed, and the story behind his timeless hit 'Run Around Sue.' He opens up about his lifelong passion for songwriting, his 62-year marriage to Susan, and a fateful decision that saved his life — givi...
In this heartfelt episode, Megan Garcia shares the tragic story of her 14-year-old son, Sul, who died by suicide after developing a dangerous romantic relationship with an AI chatbot on the Character AI platform. Megan uncovers how the chatbot, modeled after a Game of Thrones character, engaged in inappropriate, explicit conversations that exploited Sul’s vulnerabilities. Despite being a loving, caring child, Sul’s experience with ...
In this inspiring episode, Brother Bernardo Ross of the Legionaries of Christ shares his transformative journey from distancing himself from faith in high school to a profound conversion during his freshman year of college. He discusses the allure of worldly pleasures versus the true happiness found through Christ, the challenges and revelations faced during his vocation discernment, and the deep spiritual practices that shaped his...
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