Curiously Catholic

Join Naomi Haramai as she sits down with Matthew Mystczewski to talk faith, family, and the realities of entrepreneurship. Discover how Catholic values intersect with building a business, managing time, and navigating today’s challenges. The role of faith and family in shaping business decisions Balancing entrepreneurship, marriage, and parenthood The discipline required for success in work and sp...

Meet the dynamic duo behind the Messy Family Project as they discuss the realities of raising a large Catholic family in the modern world. In this episode, Michael and Alicia Hernan share hard-won wisdom, authentic stories, and practical advice on parenthood and faith. The Hernans’ journey of having 10 kids and 10 grandchildren, and how family shapes faith The challenges and growth from parenting...

Is the "disciplined life" actually sustainable, or is it just a path to burnout? In this episode of the Curious Catholic Evangelion Podcast, I sit down with Tomas Mones-Cason from Fit for the Kingdom to pull back the curtain on what it really takes to live with heroic virtue. Thomas shares his raw experience balancing the growth of a massive social media platform with the upcoming arrival...

Good Friday is tomorrow, and it's time to reflect deeply on the meaning of Christ's Passion. In this episode, we explore the real consequences of sin and what Easter truly means for our lives. Facing the reality and consequences of our sins The tension between human imperfection and God's forgiveness Lessons from Pontius Pilate’s role in the Passion narrative How God transforms our fau...

Are Muslims better at fasting than Catholics? In this episode, Dom breaks down the differences between Ramadan and Lent, asking if the Church has softened or if we’re missing the point. - Comparing the intensity of fasting during Ramadan and Lent - How modern Catholic fasting differs from traditional practices - The importance of engaging with your own vocation during Lent - Practical ways to focu...

Join Rachel Wilson and Dom for a direct conversation about forgiveness, authenticity, and Christian success. They tackle tough questions about family, music, and the real meaning behind letting go. What true success looks like for Christians vs. secular definitions The struggles and lessons of authenticity in artistry and music production The power and process of forgiveness, inspired by real-life...

Fit For the Kingdom's very own Tomas joins me to tackle the challenges men face in the world today, what do men need in oder to feel love? Are the way we are dealing with mens issues to actually beneficial for men? We talk about all this and more in this episode!! Here's what you'll get from this episode: The realities and challenges of modern masculinity and why men are feeling lost T...

Join Dom and Fr Landry as they dive into practical Catholic living, balancing spiritual discipline, and impactful missionary work. Get actionable advice for building your spiritual "plan of life" and see how small habits can spark big change. The real difference between Advent and Christmas—and how to decorate thoughtfully How New York City’s holiday atmosphere connects to evangelization W...

Kick off 2026 with practical strategies to level up your habits, mindset, and daily systems. Dom breaks down four high-impact habits and shares honest advice for sticking to your resolutions all year, and breaks down the advice from ‪@ChrisWillx‬ and Steve Bartlett from an interview on ‪@TheDiaryOfACEO‬     Four habits that delivered the highest ROI in 2025  Why waking up early and putting your ph...

A year of growth, milestones, and spiritual reflection—Dom shares what's happened with Curiously Catholic in 2025. Tune in for a recap, key insights on Advent, and a look ahead at what's next for the channel. Highlights from the Shroud of Turin tour and why it matters for Catholic faith Impressive channel growth: 160,000 views, nearly 200 new subscribers, and content plans for next year Re...

In this episode of Curiously Catholic, Dean and Dom unpack what truly sets the Catholic Church apart — not just historically, but in the way faith is lived today. This conversation blends theology, real-world experience, and practical wisdom for anyone seeking clarity about Catholicism. 🔍 We Explore: The origins and growth of Evangelion — how the podcast began, how the team has changed, and what’...

Turning 40 isn’t just about getting older—it’s about waking up to what truly matters. 💫 In this raw and honest conversation, Rachel Holden and Naomi Haramai unpack what it means to embrace the feminine genius in today’s world — diving deep into the realities of parenthood, marriage, faith, and purpose beyond the glamour. From the chaos of family life to the quiet moments of grace, they share wisd...

In this episode, I sit down with April Holden, who’s been married less than a year — but her journey to get there is nothing short of incredible. From leaving her Baptist family to becoming Catholic, facing deportation from the UK, getting trapped in Germany, and even living in a convent — April’s story is one of courage, surrender, and divine providence. 🙏 Now living in New Zealand and working w...

What does it really mean to be a Catholic husband and father in today’s world? After spending just 12 hours living like a bachelor again, I realised something profound: fatherhood isn’t just a role, it’s a calling — and it requires four non-negotiables: 1️⃣ Live Virtue 2️⃣ Be Selfless 3️⃣ Take Responsibility & Sacrifice 4️⃣ Prioritise Your Time In this episode of Curiously Catholic, I share st...

The shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk has divided the world — with some mourning his death, while others disturbingly celebrated it. This raises a deeper question: have we lost the human dignity at the heart of real discourse? In this episode of Curiously Catholic, I sit down with returning guest Fr. Isaac Fransen to tackle tough and timely questions: What does the Catholic Church teach about...

The gunshot that echoed around the world… and the injustice whose full impact we’ve yet to see. In this episode, I reflect on the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk, looking at what some of his closest friends and colleagues have said about him — and what we can learn from a man who left a profound mark on the world. 💭 4 main learnings I garnered from Charlie: - Know your opponent - Live Virtue - Th...

My take on the Charlie Kirk Assassination. I had planned to sit down with Simon from Family Life International today to talk about something very different, but then in a moment the whole world changes and we did talk about life, we spoke about Charlie Kirk, how he lived out a call that was given to him and him alone, and how he lived it to the full. How do we process this, well the Church as alwa...

Join me for a fascinating conversation with Dr. Roger Seheult, physician, medical educator, and co-founder of MedCram, as we explore how and where God has revealed scientific truths in the Bible. From medicine to nature, Scripture contains wisdom that has shaped not only our spiritual lives but also our understanding of the created world. Dr. Seheult shares his unique perspective at the intersecti...

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Simon Carrington from Fire Up Ministries in Sydney. We discuss not only how to share the Catholic faith with conviction, but also Simon’s deeply personal journey of overcoming a speech impediment. Through years of tears, prayer, and perseverance, Simon has transformed his struggle into a mission—today he speaks around the world, inspiring others to embrace...

Join me for a conversation with Catholic Answers’ own Cy Kellett as we explore how to win people’s hearts—not just arguments. This episode was filmed during Cy’s New Zealand tour a few years ago, where he spoke in Auckland and Hamilton. It was an incredible time, and in this chat we dive into the stories, lessons, and insights from that visit. We talk about: Why truth and charity must go hand in h...

What if one of the most controversial relics in history actually points to the truth of Christianity? In this episode of Curiously Catholic, Fr. Andrew Dalton — international expert on the Shroud of Turin — joins us to explore the intersection of science, reason, and faith. Is the Shroud real? What does it tell us about Jesus, the resurrection… and ourselves? But we don’t stop at carbon dating and...

Fr. Simon Cleary, LC, returned home to New Zealand from his mission in the Philippines to share a powerful series of talks across NZ and Australia . In this conversation, we dive into what it means to live out the Catholic faith in today’s world , drawing on his wealth of personal experience and missionary insights. 👉 Topics we cover: How to stay rooted in Christ amid modern challenges Why faith...

This is an interview I recorded 4 years ago, but the content was so good I had to put it out there!! 🎙️ Why would a loving God allow us to be poor, to struggle, or to feel abandoned? In this powerful episode of Curiously Catholic, Fr. Mark-Mary of Ascension Presents opens up about the often misunderstood realities of God’s providence and spiritual poverty. What does it really mean to trust God whe...

In this episode we are focussing on the "lift" in Lifting His name on high. But is going to the Gym for a pump session just inflating your ego and leaving you interior life in tatters? Is it possible to deadlift without killing your soul? Well Bede Alexander is here to show us that the gains from the gym go further than your biceps!! He shares about his struggles being one of the best powe...

Ladies and Gentlemen, if you have not heard of Stacy Trasancos, you're welcome. An Atheist Chemist turned Catholic theologian and philosopher, Stacy is a phenomenal woman on the pursuit of truth and willing to spend her life trying to find it. In this Episode I dig deep and look to see if quantum physics is the scientific communities version of God of the gaps, does it answer all of life's...