Julie Nelson and Chris Magruder
Catholic Women Now
In an easy going conversational style, hosts Julie Nelson and Chris Magruder speak to what is on the hearts and minds of women as if sharing coffee with friends in a coffee shop. We cover all things in light of the Catholic faith: femininity, faith, family, marriage, dirty diapers, teenagers, empty nesting. Grab your cuppa coffee and join us!
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Julie Nelson and Chris Magruder
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Jul 9, 2026
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Episodes
Addie Magruder and Blake Riffel - The Daily Interruptibles 18.10.2018 27:45
Addie Magruder and Blake Riffel talk about the holiness of daily "interruptibles" Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen Man Up! with Joe Stopulos Sunday Dive with Katie Patrizio The C...
Responding to grieve amid the Catholic Church Sex Scandal with Randy Kiehl, M.A. and Barb Graham, LISW 13.10.2018 28:09
Randy Kiel, licensed counselor, and Barbara Graham, LISW, share the grieving process in light of trauma. How to grieve reveals itself, how to process it, and what to do next. This part one of a two-part series. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Juli...
Allison Gringas, Author of The Gift of Invitation- Stay Connected Journal 04.10.2018 28:36
Allison Gringas, author, speaker, podcast host, shares about her inspiration and message behind her new journal, The Gift of Invitation. This is part of the Stay Connected Journal series. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson Making It Pers...
Angels Among Us 27.09.2018 28:21
Two important feast days are coming up: Feast of the Guardian Angels and Feast of the Archangels. Who are these created beings of God? How do we know they are present? What is their role in our lives? These questions and more fun facts are shared by Chris and Julie on today's show. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe Be Not Afraid in Spanish...
Tom Quiner, composer and playwright talks about his latest work: A Clash of Creeds 06.09.2018 28:34
Tom Quiner is a man of many talents including musical composer and playwright. His latest production is A Clash of Creeds. This is a historical rendition of a hypothetical round table discussion between women of differing perspectives. The group includes Margaret Sanger, founder of Planned Parenthood; Ayn Rand, author of Atlas Shrugged: and St. Mother Teresa. The discussion is moderated by C.K. Ch...
Kelly Wahlquist, Catholic author, speaker and founder of WINE:Women In he New Evangelization 30.08.2018 28:16
Journey through Christ's passion, death, and resurrection as seen through the eyes of women. Kelly Wahlquist has edited several reflections for women to journey with Christ through his suffering and resurrection. A great Lenten study or for personal reflection. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Monc...
Alana Newman and her new documentary, The Sexual Revolution 23.08.2018 28:17
It has been 50 years since Human Vitae was released. Alana Newman and her husband had believed the lies of the society of the sexual revolution of the 1960's only to discover healing and transformation through St. John Paull II"s writings of Theology of the Body. They filmed a documentary of the lies and misconceptions of society view of casual and frequent sexual intimacy. to help others to...
Rhonda Zweber, Author of Reading Between the Road Signs 16.08.2018 28:14
Rhonda Zweber shares how living with cancer has deepened her faith. In her book, Reading Between the Road Signs, Rhonda shares how the unexpected things in life bring joy and meaning. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson Making It Personal...
Mass Motivation 09.08.2018 28:47
Going to Mass is monotonous to many. But do you know what is truly happening in the unseen? Chris and Julie have gleaned wonderful quotes, ideas, and facts to share with you in the hope you will look at Mass in a completely new, awe-inspired way Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada Catholic Wom...
Michelle Faehnele, co - author of the Friendship Project 02.08.2018 28:10
We appreciate our girlfriends! think of the joy you have when spending an evening laughing and sharing with friends. The saints had special girl friendships, too. In the book, The Friendship Project, Michelle Faehnle, and co-author Emily Jaminet, write of special saint friendships, why friendships are important, and virtues of friendships. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: Be Not Afraid with Fr....
Adam Storey, Director of Marriage and Family joins us to discuss Humane Vitae 26.07.2018 28:03
It is the 50th year anniversary since the release of Human Vitae, Pope VI historical and prophetic encyclical on human sexuality and birth control. Adam Storey joins us to look at the four prophetic teachings that have now come to be over the past 50 years. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada...
Mary Scrimribba from Natural Womanhood 19.07.2018 28:54
Mary Scrimribba joins us to tell us more about Natural Womanhood. Its purpose to teach and educate the PIll literacy to women. Many do not know the harmful side effects of oral contraceptives. With science-backed facts, NaturalWomanhood reveals what women should consider when it comes to their reproductive health. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bru...
Fr. Sean Davidson, author of St. Mary Magadalene: Prophetess of Eucharistic Love 12.07.2018 28:17
Fr. Sean Davidson has served in France where St. Mary Magdalene is entombed. He has come to know St. Mary Magdalene through this experience. In his book, St. Mary Magdalene: Prophetess of Love, he shares a deeper understanding of who she was which we aren't always able to glean from scripture. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe Be Not Afrai...
Dr. John and Clare Grabowski, authors of Marriage preparation program called One Body 05.07.2018 28:19
Dr. John Grabowski and his wife Clare have been helping with marriage preparation for several years. They have taken their experience and knowledge and created a marriage prep program for the New Evangelization. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Jul...
Judy Klein, author and speaker 28.06.2018 28:28
Judy Klein shares the near-death experience of her late husband, Bernie. What he went through and how it impacted his faith in bringing him to a conversion. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson Making It Personal with Bishop William Joense...
Fr. John Kockeman 21.06.2018 28:23
Fr. John Klockeman shares his wisdom on prayer. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen Man Up! with Joe Stopulos Sunday Dive with Katie Patrizio The Catholic Morning Show with Dr. Bo Bonner The...
Carrie Gress, Author of the Marian Option 06.06.2018 28:02
Many have heard of the Benedict option but Carre Gress would like you to also know about the Marian Option. In her new book that bears the title, The Marian Option, Carrie shares how the Blessed Mother Mary has been a part of the geopolitical of every century. Turning to Mary has brought victories in battle as well as small victories in the home. Carris summarizes her book as a biography of Mary....
Addie Magruder, Director of Ut Fidem at Dowling Catholic Highschool 31.05.2018 28:28
Addie Magruder works with teenagers all day as the Director of Ut Fidem at Dowling Catholic Highschool. She hears their questions and struggles they have about faith. Drawing from her experience, both professional and personal, Addie unlocks some truths for parents to know and to aid in parenting their teens to be faithful. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada a...
Maggie DeWitte from Iowans For Life 24.05.2018 27:58
The monumental Heartbeat Bill passed the Iowa Legislature and has been signed Governor Kim Reynolds. Maggie De Witte, director of Iowans For Life, updates us on the diligent work to pass this bill and the challenges the bill faces from the pro-abortion lobby. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncad...
Julie and Chris share all the influences the Blessed Virgin Mary in our daily lives 11.05.2018 28:45
Did you know flowers are named after her? Insects are named after her? And there is so much more to know of how we see the influence of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the world around us. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson Making It Personal...
Decluttering! 05.05.2018 28:18
If cleanliness is next to godliness, do our closets have anything to say about the state of our souls? Decluttering became trendy with the 2014 release of Marie Kondo's The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up. And while there’s no shortage of secular books promoting the practice, Making Room for God is the first book on organization from a Catholic perspective. Self-proclaimed pack rat Mary Elizabet...
Lisa Duffy talks about her new book Mending the Heart: A Catholic annulment companion 27.04.2018 28:33
Lisa Duffy is a Catholic wife, mother, and author. having experienced the pain of divorce, she works in divorce recovery ministry. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson Making It Personal with Bishop William Joensen Man Up! with Joe Stopulo...
Mending the Heart: A Catholic Annulment Companion with author Lisa Duffy 27.04.2018 28:33
Lisa shares from her own personal experience of divorce the questions of where do I go from here? How did I get here? We dive into how to heal and to go forth after divorce. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson Making It Personal with Bish...
Molly Myers joins us to give tips on fashion with dignity 20.04.2018 28:43
Molly Myers is a Catholic wife and mother with a flair for fashion. She founded Ave 22 a fashion consulting business. She joins us today to talk about fashion particularly the spring and summer trends. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Moncada Catholic Women Now with Chris Magruder and Julie Nelson...
Molly Myers joins us to give tips on fashion with dignity 20.04.2018 28:43
We are talking fashion with the lovely Molly Myers today on Catholic Women Now. Molly started Ave22 to help women organize and coordinate their wardrobe. How we dress is our personal statement to the world. Molly will share style tips and dressing with intention. Iowa Catholic Radio Network Shows: Be Not Afraid with Fr. Fabian Moncada and Fr. Bruce Riebe Be Not Afraid in Spanish with Fr. Fabian Mo...
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