The Fire Up Podcast

How should a man respond if he gets rejected from a date? In this episode, Simon and Madeleine don't shy away from the truth that rejection hurts, yet they share some important things for the man and the woman to do to make the process for loving and easier to accept. *** Have you been blessed by the work of Fire Up Ministries, and would like to receive more exclusive support from us to grow in th...

Nobody wants to be rejected, we have an innate desire to be accepted, to be loved; but we have to acknowledge that it is something real. In this episode, Simon and Madeleine discuss how to encounter the fear, pain and discomfort of rejection, and how not to let it discourage us from initiating a date with sincerity and clarity. *** Have you been blessed by the work of Fire Up Ministries, and would...

How do I discern when enough is enough? In this episode, Simon and Madeleine discuss what a married person should do if they find themselves in a toxic or abusive relationship. If you or someone you know is experiencing great difficulty in their marriage or family life, this episode is for you.  *** Have you been blessed by the work of Fire Up Ministries? Please prayerfully consider supporting the...

Can Catholics use the withdrawal method? In this episode, Simon and Maddie discuss what the withdrawal method is, and why the Church teaches that it is by nature a contraceptive act.  *** Have you been blessed by the work of Fire Up Ministries? Please prayerfully consider supporting the important work we do by becoming a member of the Fire Up Family. For a monthly gift of your choice, you help us...

Do you ever feel like your failing in your fatherhood? Simon certainly does. In this episode, Simon interviews Robert Falzon, Founder of MenAlive, to discuss the importance of fatherhood. As a young dad with 3 children, Simon has felt overwhelmed by the responsibility of fatherhood, as well as disappointed in his many failures to love his children well. Listen in, as Robert shares pearls of wisdom...

In this episode, Simon and Madeleine share that the surprising answer to this question is - yes, you can space children in marriage, but not by using contraception. Listen as Simon and Madeleine share why the Church teaches contraception is gravely disordered and what natural methods can be used to space births if a grave reason to avoid a pregnancy occurs. *** Have you been blessed by Fire Up Min...

In this episode, Simon and Madeleine team up again to discuss whether it would be OK for a young man to use his girlfriend as the stimulus for an act of masturbation. On the surface, this may seem like a more loving way to deal with strong sexual passions. However, Simon and Madeleine share that masturbation is an intrinsically disordered sexual act and that using the person you are dating is actu...

In this episode, Simon interviews his good friend, Angel Bueno, as they discuss living the Christian life in today's world as a married person.  Link to the One Soul podcast: https://anchor.fm/onesoulpodcast

In this episode, Simon and Tomasz discuss a topic that is vulnerable and raw - cheating in a relationship. Cheating, to his sorrow, was part of Tomasz’s story. If you have ever wondered how to handle cheating in a relationship, this will provide some hard-hitting, yet necessary advice.

In this episode, Simon sits down with Hudson Byblow to explore same-sex attraction and transgenderism in light of the truth and beauty of the Catholic faith.

Have you ever felt like you and your spouse are just 'missing' each other? No matter how hard you try, every expression of love seems to miss the mark. They don't seem to appreciate it or worse, reject it. In this episode, Charbel Raish, husband and father of 8, shares the key he discovered seven years into marriage with Christine that transformed their relationship.

Simon and Maddie team up to discuss the 'marriage prep mindset' for engaged couples. 

Catholic singles know to hang out at church in order to find a future spouse. But what happens when the singleness drags on into their late twenties, thirties or even forties? They are too old for the youth group, and too old for the seniors Bingo group. They often feel like misfits in the Church who can't connect, because everyone their age is married with children. In this podcast, Simon offers...

In this episode Madeleine speaks about the desires of The Feminine Heart. She encourages women to recognise that they were made for infinite love and to keep their standards high.

Attraction is part of being human—but what happens when you find yourself drawn to more than one person at once? In this episode, Simon unpacks the deeper meaning of attraction, why it isn’t something to be ashamed of, and how to navigate these feelings in a way that leads to authentic love.

In this episode, Simon discusses the Desires of the Masculine Heart! This podcast will affirm the desires of the masculine heart and give women an insight into the yearnings of the masculine heart for respect and adventure. 

In this episode, Madeleine discusses the common question: 'Should I date someone who looks at porn?'  Covenant Eyes - use promo code FREE for the first month free: https://www.covenanteyes.com/ Simon's break free from Porn coaching - https://fireup.kartra.com/page/EOW68  This podcast was sponsored by Mediatrix Migration Lawyers. For more information, click here.

In this episode, Simon and Madeleine chat with Damon Owens about Natural Family Planning. Damon is the founder and executive director of joytob. This ministry is centred on proclaiming the joy of being made in the image and likeness of God. For more information on Damon and his ministry, visit his website.  In June 2020, Simon and Madeleine spoke at the Joyful Ever After Catholic Marriage Summit h...

In this episode Madeleine discusses what the Feminine Genius is and some practical ways it can be lived out.  Mulieris Dignitatem - https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/apost_letters/1988/documents/hf_jp-ii_apl_19880815_mulieris-dignitatem.html Peter Kreeft on Masculine and Feminine - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pX8hnuv_BjE 

In this episode, Simon is joined by Catholic apologist Joe Heschmeyer, author of The Early Church Was the Catholic Church. Together, they explore the faith of the first Christians, the Eucharist, the Mass, and why receiving the Body of Christ is not cannibalism. Their conversation offers a deeper look at how the earliest believers lived and understood their Catholic faith. Get the book here: https...

What is the Bible, really? In this episode, Simon sits down with Catholic speaker and apologist Robert Haddad to explore what the Bible is, where it came from, and why it matters. Whether you’re new to Scripture or have read it for years, this conversation will deepen your understanding of how the Bible was formed and the role the Church plays in preserving its truth.

What if the friendzone isn’t a dead end—but the starting point? In this episode, Simon offers a fresh take on friendship, love, and what it really means to build something that lasts. 🔥

Is it really possible to become completely free from porn? In this powerful interview, Simon sits down with Steve Pokorny of Freedom Coaching to talk about his personal journey, the mission behind Freedom Coaching, and the real, practical steps people take when they commit to lasting freedom. If you or someone you know is struggling, this conversation offers real hope—and a clear path forward. 👉...

How Can Women Be Friends With Guys Without Sending Mixed Signals? Friendship between men and women is possible—but it requires intention, clarity, and sincerity. In this episode, Simon speaks to the ladies about how to foster authentic friendships with guys without leading them on or creating confusion. This is part two of a two-part conversation on building meaningful friendships with the opposit...

Friendship between men and women can be beautiful—but it can also get complicated if we’re not intentional. In this episode, Simon explores how to build authentic friendships with the opposite sex without confusion or mixed signals. Watch now to discover how respect, clarity, and creativity make all the difference. 🔥