Blended Joy
Blended Joy
The Smiley Catholic
Hey Gals! Welcome to Blended Joy! A podcast where we enter into the whirlwind of living a joyful life as young adult women. I hope this podcast will inspire you to grow in your Catholic faith and to help you spread the joy of Christ to all you encounter throughout college and beyond. Join me on this beautiful adventure! Feel free to share this podcast as I interview other young adults who are striving to live a life built on Christian joy in the world. Instagram: TheSmileyCatholic Blog: https://smileycatholic.wordpress.com/ Email: [email protected]
19: Intentional Dating, Marriage Prep & Morning Sickness with Claire!
Grab a smoothie and join the conversation I had with Claire! Within the last year, Claire said "I do" to her husband, Nick and they are currently expecting their first child in June!
May 24, 2020
27 min
18. Dating, Womanhood, & Being a Mama with Adrienne!
Grab a smoothie and join the conversation I had with Adrienne! Adrienne is an awesome mama of 3 kiddos, wife, and most importantly, daughter of God. Throughout this episode, we enter into the beautiful whirlwind of Adrienne's life. We talk ALL about dating, womanhood, marriage & kids from a Catholic perspective! Ultimately realizing that motherhood begins by saying "yes" to your title as a daughter of God, from there your vocation continues to blossom!
May 8, 2020
37 min
17: SAYING "YES" TO LIFE with Andrea
Throughout this episode, we enter into the beautiful whirlwind of Andrea's life and what it's like to be a young adult woman who has said "yes" to the gift of life despite the circumstances. Andrea is SO real and allows us into the joys and sorrows of becoming a young, yet strong and resilient mother. Lord, we pray for courage and strength every day of our life. Amen!
May 1, 2020
31 min
16: I Would Walk 500 Miles (again) - Camino!
On this episode, I chat a bit about my journey to Northern Spain this summer, completing the pilgrimage of Saint James, otherwise known as the Camino. I highly encourage this pilgrimage to any soul out there and would love to answer any questions about the Camino! Stay tuned for this season of Blended Joy! Whoot Whoot! Facebook/Instagram: The Smiley Catholic
Aug 15, 2019
39 min
Summer Show: Camino Adventures #1
Grab a smoothie & learn about my 33 day journey on the Camino de Santiago in Spain! The Camino Frances is 500 miles long & follows the way of St. James. Highly recommend the journey for anyone listening
Jun 9, 2019
9 min
14: Acting, Faith & Life with Sophia!
Throughout this episode, we enter into the beautiful whirlwind of Sophia's life and what it's like to be a young adult woman who has embraced the acting world. Sophia chats about the journey to be accepted into the BFA program, Catholicism and the arts, as well as what life as a Catholic college student is like. Sophia allows us to experience the joys of life from the view of an actress. Smoothie: blueberries, strawberries, spinach & banana
May 5, 2019
31 min
13: Notre Dame, Masculinity & Radical Patience with Zach!
Throughout this episode, we enter into the whirlwind of Zach’s life and what it's like to be a young adult male who is learning more and more about himself each and every day. Zach chats about his experiences as a college missionary and sheds light into relationships with God and others as a 23 year-old. Smoothie: Strawberry, blueberry, banana & spinach
Apr 22, 2019
36 min
12: Chocolate Bananas, Missionary Life & Belize with Mckenna!
Throughout this episode, we enter into the beautiful whirlwind of Mckenna’s life and what it's like to be a young adult woman who has embraced the opportunity to spend a year abroad as a missionary. Mckenna chats about the journey to become a missionary, a typical day in Belize, and the many challenges and blessings that come with missionary work. Mckenna allows us to experience the joys (and sounds) of life 1,000 miles away!
Apr 14, 2019
26 min
11: Traveling, Faith Abroad & FOMO with Shannon!
Throughout this episode, we enter into the beautiful whirlwind of Shannon's life and what it's like to be a young adult woman who has embraced the opportunity to travel abroad during college. Shannon chats about host families, cultural changes, FOMO, and staying firm in the faith while abroad. Shannon also encourages us to not be afraid to travel and to embrace any opportunity which may come your way.
Apr 9, 2019
31 min
10: Cheer, Time Management & Encouragment with Justine!
Throughout this episode, we enter into the beautiful whirlwind of Justine's life and what it's like to be a young adult woman who is fully embracing the challenges and blessings of being an athlete on a college campus. Justine chats about her cheer team, time management and leading a bible study as a student leader. Justine also helps us to realize that the ¨secret ingredient¨ to life is to place Christ in the center.
Mar 29, 2019
26 min
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