What Women Are

If you've ever wondered about who I am or wanted to know more about my own story, then this episode is for you! My vocation story is one of adventure, heartache, growth, doubts, joys, and ultimately--miracles! Please enjoy this bonus episode, a gift to precede the launch of Season 2, and feel free to share it with any woman whom you think could benefit from its truth. Scripture verses referenced i...

I am so excited to join you again on Thursday, October 30, for Season 2 of our coffee talks! Get full access to What Women Are at drsarahdennylorio.substack.com/subscribe

In this heartfelt finale of Season 1 of the What Women Are podcast, host Dr. Sarah Denny Lorio reflects on the incredible women featured throughout the season, sharing their wisdom and experiences. She expresses gratitude for the lessons learned, emphasizes the importance of community support for the future of the podcast, and shares about the plans she has to create resources that support both wo...

In this episode, Kat Finney allows us to grab another cup of coffee with her as she shares about embracing the adventure of life's ups and downs. Here in this episode, Kat shares about her unique journey through significant life transitions. Whether going from being a full-time teacher to staying at home, navigating difficult postpartum challenges, or bringing her passion for photography to life,...

In this episode, Kat Finney shares more about the challenges and joys of motherhood, particularly with young children. Highlighting her family’s journey from training together to actually running a recent 5K in Disney World (Kat and her little girls together!), Kat reflects on the significance of encouragement among women, especially teaching our little women this power. Kat also shares her experi...

Today’s episode allows us to grab a cup of coffee and sit down with Kat Finney for a heartfelt coffee date. Exploring woman’s experiences from high school to adulthood, Kat and Dr. Lorio discuss the importance of faith, the challenges of transitioning to college life, the value of friendships, and the impact of travel on personal growth. Here in this episode, Kat also shares her insights on pro-li...

In this episode, Mary Bruno shares more about her profound journey with infertility and the power of spiritual motherhood. She delves into both the complexities of adoption and the need for deepening the pro-life conversation to include the women who bravely offer their children up for adoption. Finally, Mary encourages women to have open conversations with each other about women's health and sexu...

In honor of International Women’s Day, Dr. Sarah Denny Lorio shares a little bit of her own story and the history behind the What Women Are Podcast. As an independent and stubborn young woman in her freshman year of college, Dr. Lorio took a Women’s Studies class that changed her life. Realizing just how much confusion there is surrounding the understanding of who and what women are, she decided t...

In this episode, Mary Bruno shares her profound journey of discernment regarding marriage and motherhood, especially in light of her struggle with endometriosis and infertility. Reflecting on the importance of faith, community support, and the power of vulnerability in navigating these challenges, Mary shares about her personal experience with endometriosis and the need for the Church to recognize...

In this conversation, Stephanie Hilgert shares about her work as a Marquette Method Instructor (a method of fertility awareness). As she explains the importance of understanding one's body, she elaborates on some of the challenges women face while charting during the postpartum period, and she emphasizes the significance of communication in marriage. More than anything, this episode both emphasize...

Join me as I chat with Stephanie Hilgert, a dear friend of mine, who has nearly a decade of experience as a pediatric emergency nurse, and now works part-time teaching the Marquette Method of Natural Family Planning. A wife and mother of four, Stephanie shares the beauty and reality of what it means to discern each new season as it comes. In this episode, Stephanie opens up about her life experien...

In this last part of my conversation with Ali Dazzio, she shares her journey from working in women's health to her current role working with college students at Christ the King Church on the campus of Louisiana State University. Steeped in the gifts of theology, she explains the need for women to stay rooted in reality and how embracing our humanity is essential for any kind of true personal growt...

In this ever-important bonus episode, Ali Dazzio helps us understand more deeply the hard realities facing women in crisis pregnancies by explaining an essential part of this question: How does abortion affect a woman from within her person? As Ali explains, the truth must always be accompanied by love in any discussions we have about abortion, and this discussion does just that. I invite you to j...

In this first episode of a two-part conversation, Alison Dazzio shares her journey of faith, motherhood, and her experiences in the working world. As she honestly reflects on her experiences as a young woman navigating relationships, desires, and the challenges of being a mother, Ali emphasizes the importance of honesty in relationships, the struggle of finding one's identity, and the beauty of th...

Do you need a refreshing take on habits with this new year? If so, please join me and Sr. Tracey Dugas, FSP, as we discuss the importance of understanding spiritual concepts like Acedia (spiritual sloth; apathy), the role of hope in overcoming challenges, and the integration of habits into daily life. If you need a bit of encouragement or a helpful reminder of the importance of self-care, then thi...

Do you feel like you need to find simple ways to slow down a bit during this holiday season? If so, please join me and Sr. Tracey Dugas, FSP, as we discuss together the significance of acknowledging our emotions and embracing tenderness, especially during the holiday season. If you need a bit of encouragement or a helpful reminder for expressing some self-compassion, then this conversation is for...

In this conversation, Katie Ibarra continues to share on the theme of joy amidst suffering while also highlighting the importance of passion and the power of prayer. Through her experience as a trained spiritual director, Katie shares tangible tools and a simple how-to, whether you are just beginning to pray or are experiencing dryness and need encouragement.  If you are looking for ways to remain...

Join me in this episode as I sit and learn from my dear friend, Katie Ibarra. As she shares her profound journey of faith, motherhood, and deeply personal loss, I know that you will be as edified as I was.  In this episode, Katie discusses how she met her husband, her experiences as a FOCUS missionary, the challenges of discerning what she wanted to do with her life, and the importance of relation...

Welcome to the What Women Are podcast! Start here and tune in as I share with you about who I am, my vision for this podcast, and why this podcast is a fruit of my own story. What Women Are Website: https://www.whatwomenare.com/ What Women Are Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatwomenareofficial/ Get full access to What Women Are at drsarahdennylorio.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome to the What Women Are Podcast! Please enjoy this trailer, which offers a little peek into the inspiration behind these episodes. Indeed, we have been created for such a time as this. So let's highlight together the beauty of all women while rejoicing in the unique gifts of each. Get full access to What Women Are at drsarahdennylorio.substack.com/subscribe