Let's Talk About It with Jacque and Megan

Is Christianity misogynistic? In this episode, Jacque and Megan are joined by Megan’s husband: John. John shares his own experience with Christian cultures and how misguided hatred of sin can guide men into hating women.

In this episode, Jacque and Megan talk with Jacque’s friend, Haley, about how the struggles and beauty of pregnancy and motherhood. Haley shares her personal fears, growth, changes that were expected and unexpected. A few issues discussed are: body image, marital sex life after a baby, changes in her marriage, and advice for young mothers.

In this episode, Jacque and Megan talk with Austin Suggs from Gospel Simplicity. Gospel Simplicity began as a YouTube channel in a Moody Bible Institute dorm. It was born out of the central conviction that the gospel is really good news that should be shared with as many people as possible. Austin creates content around biblical and … Read More Read More

Trigger Warning: This episode references sexual assault and disordered eating.  Jacque and Megan talk to Mary about purity culture: what it is, family dynamics, modesty, body image, and more. Purity Culture is largely understood to be a Christian sub-culture beginning around 1990 in conservative evangelical circles. It is characterized by efforts to promote sexual abstinence … Read More Read More

Women often feel shame, disgust, embarrassment, or annoyance at their periods, but is that how menstruation should be viewed? In this episode, Jacque and Megan interview Kerena Lawler who has developed a theology of menstruation. She says that the menstrual cycle tells a story: creation, fall, redemption, and future restoration. Some questions discussed in this … Read More Read More

Meet Reilly! In this episode, Jacque and Megan talk to Reilly about her conversion story from a non-denominational, Protestant background to the Catholic Church. They discuss the messy parts of conversion, the difficulties and doubts that come along with it, and also the good and beautiful parts as well. Follow Reilly on Twitter  

We tend to associate lust as more of a masculine vice but women also struggle. In this episode, Jacque and Megan interview Clare McCallan, author and spoken word poet, who wrote a piece on lust as a feminine vice. Clare talks about the difference between healthy sexual desire and lust, how lust is different from … Read More Read More

We live in a culture where it’s popular to “cut out toxicity”. This leads to many people cutting people out of their life instead of working through problems. However…there are times when a relationship needs to be cut out because it is truly toxic. When is it time to end a friendship and when is … Read More Read More

Can a Christian couple take birth control? Are there forms that are permissible? Why is the Catholic Church against contraceptives? Jacque and Megan discuss their differing views in this episode. Statistics on who takes birth control Resources for Megan’s View: John Piper on Birth Control Matt Pearman on Birth Control Resources for Jacque’s View: Historical … Read More Read More

TW: This episode discusses mental health struggles such as depression, anxiety, self-harm and suicidality. Meet Kristen! Jacque and Megan talk with Kristen Deasy, mental health advocate and founder of “The Human Condition”.  The mission of “The Human Condition” is to change the narrative that mental health and faith are mutually exclusive through promoting hope, healing, and … Read More Read More

Meet Rebecca! In this episode, Jacque and Megan discuss with Rebecca how to survive and thrive through the heartache of a breakup. Rebecca talks about common thoughts and struggles, practical tips, and how God creates something new out of our rubble. Resources Mentioned: Be Healed by Dr. Bob Schuchts

As Christian women, how do we navigate sexual desire, chastity/purity, and attraction in a healthy and Godly way? In this episode, Jacque and Megan discuss harmful views of puberty, sexual desire, women & pornography and give practical tips for pursuing chastity as women. Resources: Coming of Age Rituals Around the World PornHub 2019 Stats Pornography … Read More Read More

Meet Tommy! In this episode, Jacque and Megan talk with Tommy Tighe, host of Saint Dymphna’s Playbook, a podcast about finding mental well-being as a Catholic with the help of community and the saints. Tommy is a marriage and family therapist, husband, and father. In each episode Tommy addresses different mental health issues, introduces listeners to … Read More Read More

Meet Michaela! We are thrilled to have Michaela come on and talk about her experience with a broken engagement and God’s healing in her life. Michaela describes her story as, “the most unexpected and unimaginable blessing in my life” and hopes that the truth of Christ’s life, death, and resurrection may be seen in the … Read More Read More

We’ve all experienced rejection, and more than likely there are a few particular rejections in your life that sting longer than others. Whether it is a job we really wanted, a relationship we loved, or a family member we wanted in our life, the pain of rejection hits deeply. Why does rejection hurt so much? … Read More Read More

To our faithful listeners – WE FINISHED SEASON ONE! We are so grateful for your support. As a “thank you”, here’s a short bonus episode with our bloopers (can you tell we have basically stumbled through the making of this podcast??). Love, Jacque & Megan

Do Catholics worship Mary? Why don’t Protestants pray to Mary? Why is Mary important? Where do Protestants and Catholics disagree about the mother of Jesus? In this episode, Jacque and Megan discuss their differing views on Mary’s role in a Christian’s walk and work to dispel common myths. Resources for Jacque’s View: Worship vs. Veneration: Latria, … Read More Read More

What does “Sola Scriptura” mean? Do Protestants and Catholics view the Bible differently? Why don’t Protestants believe in the Pope? In this episode, Jacque and Megan have a friendly “debate” over the primacy of Scripture in a Christians life and compare how Protestants and Catholics treat this controversial phrase from the Protestant Reformation. Resources for … Read More Read More

We’re entering a new year! Instead of New Year’s Resolutions, Megan and Jacque have chosen words to shape the upcoming year. In this special mid-week mini episode, they both discuss what God has burdened their hearts with for this year and what He has been teaching them.

What do you do when you step out in faith and if feels like God lets you down? What do you do when the people who are supposed to lead you to Jesus hurt you instead? In this episode, Megan discusses her struggle with ministry failure, church hurt, and doubts in her faith walk and … Read More Read More

Is God present in our suffering? Does he have a heart for those struggling? In this episode, Jacque talks about her struggle with these questions and reversion to the Catholic faith through the intercession of Mary, the Mother of God, the Eucharist, and loving and supportive community. She talks about what drove her away from … Read More Read More

There is this idea embedded in our culture, and specifically our Christian culture, that something is wrong with you if you aren’t dating, in a relationship, or being pursued by guys. Most women have a deep desire to be united to another. In this episode, Jacque and Megan both reflect on the struggles (and the … Read More Read More

Everyone says the first year of marriage is the “hardest”, but is that true? What is that first year like? What is some practical advice for young couples preparing for marriage? In this episode, Megan reflects on her first year and what she has personally learned through the experience. Some GREAT books recommendations from Megan … Read More Read More

Meet Rachel! In this episode, Jacque and Megan discuss Rachel’s perspective on the effects of sex work. Rachel graduated from Moody Bible Institute with a degree in Ministry to Victims of Sexual Exploitation and has worked in several organizations serving women leaving this lifestyle. Jacque also discusses her experience working for an organization which served … Read More Read More

Are there ever cases where abortion is morally allowed? Many people who dislike abortion may feel that there are “exceptions” which is why they may hesitate to fight for abortion being made illegal. In this second installment of the abortion conversation, Jacque and Megan discuss rare, difficult, or traumatic experiences where people may wonder if … Read More Read More