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The A Reason for Hope Podcast is to help decipher the truths of our faith in these challenging times. We address topics of interest and confusion in our culture through interviews with prominent Catholic speakers, candid conversations from the Array of Hope team, and catechetical discussions with our Director of Theology, Dr. David Hajduk.

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April 27 · 36 min
Behind the Scenes of The Chosen & Catholic Filmmaking in Hollywood
What does it take to create truly compelling Catholic media in today’s world?In this powerful episode of A Reason For Hope Podcast, Mario Costabile sits down with Father David Guffey, National Director and Head of Production at Family Theater Produ...
April 20 · 53 min
Catholic Church Teaching on Same-Sex Attraction | Love The Sinner, Hate The Sin
What does the Catholic Church actually teach about same-sex attraction?In today’s culture, this topic is often misunderstood, misrepresented, or avoided altogether. In this powerful and honest conversation, Host Dr. David Hajduk sits down with Cath...
April 13 · 54 min
Good vs Evil Explained (Most People Get This Wrong)
Are right and wrong just social constructs—or is there a real moral law written into the human heart?In this episode of A Reason for Hope, we explore the Catholic understanding of good vs evil, natural law, and conscience. Discover why moral relati...
April 6 · 1 hr 1 min
40 Years of Marriage: The Truth About Love, Faith & Staying Together
What does it really take to build a strong Christian marriage that lasts a lifetime?In this powerful conversation, Mario Costabile sits down with Steven Curtis Chapman and his wife Mary Beth to explore the role that faith in God plays in building a...
March 30 · 44 min
Why is Catholicism Appearing More Attractive to the Younger Generation
Why are so many people converting to Catholicism today?In a world marked by uncertainty, woke ideology, and the loss of traditional values, more and more people are turning to the Catholic Church in search of truth, beauty, order, and transcendence...
March 23 · 38 min
How God's Grace ACTUALLY Works | The Catholic Answer
In this episode of A Reason For Hope Podcast, Mario Costabile sits down with Nate Guyear to explore the mystery and gift of divine grace. Discover why grace is a supernatural gift that we cannot earn, and how it radically transforms our human natur...
March 16 · 50 min
Why Therapy Alone Can’t Heal the Soul | Bob Schuchts Explains What's Missing
Are you struggling with emotional wounds, shame, anxiety, or spiritual dryness? In this episode of A Reason for Hope Podcast, Mario Costabile sits down with Dr. Bob Schuchts—founder of the John Paul II Healing Center and author of Be Healed—who sha...
March 9 · 1 hr 15 min
What We Can Learn From Early Eastern Christianity in 2026
In this episode of A Reason For Hope Podcast, Dr. David Hajduk talks with Dr. Alexander Harb about his book, The Kingdom of the Heart. Dr. Harb shares insights on Eastern Christian spirituality, including the practice of the Jesus Prayer and the ca...
March 2 · 53 min
What Really Happens at Mass? (Full Catholic Breakdown)
What is the Catholic Mass really?Is it just a weekly obligation… or something far more profound?In this episode of A Reason for Hope, Jack Garno sits down with Director of Theology Dr. David Hajduk for a powerful and eye-opening walkthrough of the ...
February 23 · 30 min
Faith After Church Hurt: Can You Trust the Church Again?
Have you ever felt wounded by the Church… and wondered if you could ever trust again?In this episode of the Reason for Hope Podcast, Matt Pana and Alanis Gonzalez dive into the heavy but important topic of church hurt—how it happens, why it cuts so...
February 16 · 44 min
Why Are We So Confused Today? A Catholic Look at Postmodernism
Why does modern culture feel so confused, divided, and disconnected from truth?In this episode of A Reason for Hope, host Mario Costabile sits down with Catholic author, speaker, and philosopher Bobby Angel to unpack the postmodern predicament—how ...
February 9 · 1 hr 10 min
The Masculinity Crisis: What Really Happened in 1965? (Catholic Truth)
In today’s episode of A Reason For Hope Podcast, Dr. David Hajduk sits down with Dr. Deborah Savage, Catholic theologian, philosophical anthropologist, and founder/director of the Institute for the Study of Man and Woman at Franciscan University of...
February 2 · 40 min
The THREE Ways to Grow in Holiness as a Catholic
What does it really mean to grow in holiness — and is there a clear, time-tested path for doing so as a Catholic today?In this episode of A Reason for Hope, Jack Garno sits down with Director of Theology Dr. David Hajduk for a deep dive into the Th...
January 26 · 40 min
How to Recognize Spiritual Warfare (And How to Combat It)
Spiritual warfare is real — but it’s often misunderstood.In this episode of A Reason for Hope, Alanis and Matt delve into what spiritual warfare truly entails in everyday Catholic life. From anxiety and distraction to temptation, fear, and isolatio...
January 19 · 1 hr 1 min
Jesse Romero Explains the Power of Prayer in Spiritual Battles
In this episode, acclaimed Catholic author and radio host Jesse Romero joins our Executive Director, Mario Costabile, to discuss his book Prayer as a Weapon and the critical role prayer plays in spiritual warfare. Drawing from Scripture, Tradition,...
January 12 · 52 min
Can Christianity and Stoicism Coexist?
What is Stoicism and can it coexist with Christianity? In this episode of A Reason for Hope, host Jack and theologian Dr. David Hajduk break down the rising appeal of Stoic philosophy among modern audiences—especially young adults searching for pea...
January 5 · 39 min
Belovedness, Identity, and Saying Yes to God
In this powerful episode of A Reason For Hope Podcast, host Alanis Gonzalez sits down with Catholic worship leader, songwriter, and author Sarah Kroger for an honest conversation about identity, fear, calling, humility, and worship.Sarah shares her...
Dec 29, 2025 · 1 hr 9 min
Can Science Prove the Existence of God?
Does modern science point to God? In this powerful episode of A Reason for Hope, Dr. David Hajduk sits down with renowned Catholic priest, philosopher, and physicist Fr. Robert Spitzer, SJ. He explains why today’s discoveries in physics and cosmolo...
Dec 22, 2025 · 27 min
Why Hasn't God Answered My Prayers? What Scripture Says
In this powerful episode of A Reason for Hope Podcast, Alanis Gonzalez and Matt Pana dive deep into one of the most important questions in the spiritual life: What truly moves the heart of God in prayer?Why does God answer some prayers and not othe...
Dec 15, 2025 · 54 min
Exorcist Explains Spiritual Warfare and Catholic Mental Health | Fr Chad Ripperger
How can Catholics discern whether interior suffering is the result of demonic oppression or struggles like anxiety, depression, or emotional trauma? In this episode of A Reason For Hope Podcast, Mario Costabile sits down with Catholic priest, exorc...

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