The Fire Up Podcast

When can I begin sharing the beauty of chastity and the Theology of the Body with my child? In this episode, Simon will share some easy and practical …

Is it possible that a husband or wife could use their spouse for sex, even when they are married? The sad truth is yes, it is possible, and more than …

Ever felt like there has to be more to life than the emptiness you are currently experiencing? In this episode, Simon will take you on a journey to the depths of your heart, to uncover the deepest longings for love and …

"I’m so sorry, I didn’t do it intentionally. I just forgot!"

 Heard this before from your spouse? In this episode, Simon will share how remembering is a sign of care and love, and forgetting shows indifference and …

Doesn't romance and passion die after marriage? Only if you let it I say!  A key to ensuring your love continues to grow after marriage is for the couple to remember their love story. Here is a fun date idea that you …

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, …

Do I really need to love someone that I don't like? In John 15:12 Jesus calls us to love one another as he has loved us. Even those that we really struggle to get along with, or feel don't like us. If there is someone …

Why do Catholics pray the rosary when Jesus says in Matt 6:7, “When you pray, do not use vain repetitions as the pagans do?” Is not the repeated Hail …

Are you fighting for your marriage? In this episode, Simon interviews Mike Greenwell, a husband, father, devoted Catholic and former alcoholic. In …

In a relationship, shouldn't love be 50/50? In this episode, Simon shares a powerful encounter with a man named Antoun, who totally challenged his …

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 …

Why Do Catholics make statues and images of Mary and the Saints? Doesn’t the Bible forbid the making of these kinds of “graven images?” In this …

Isn't masturbation a healthy way to deal with the build-up of sexual tension? Masturbation, often viewed as private and harmless, wreaks havoc on our spiritual lives and in our relationships. It warps the way we view …

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 …

What’s wrong with sleeping around until I meet the person I want to settle down with? In this video, Simon comes at this question from four different angles, showing the underlying problem with this mentality, the …

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. 

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Should I be forced into an arranged marriage? Among some cultures, the idea of arranged marriage is still very common. Although we may not see it …

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 …

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 …

In this episode, Simon and Madeleine take a slightly different angle than you - and they - are used to. They discuss what makes us male and female, from a purely scientific lens. This podcast will lay some important …

Christopher West who discovered, translated, and published a long-lost treasure from John Paul II's archives, gets fired up to give some of the most …

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

Simon interviews Hudson Byblow who has been on a painful journey with his sexuality and who now shares his story to be a light to others. 

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, …

Simon interviews George Manassa on Reclaiming Masculinity. George offers some practical ways for boys to begin the journey to manhood and to mark the …

In this episode, Madeleine discusses her own experience of Marian Consecration, What it is and How to do it. 

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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 …

In this episode, Simon interviews Karlo Broussard from Catholic Answers on the question: Is God Good? You don't want to miss this episode on a …

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.

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You may have the idea that intimacy is something reserved for lovers. While the highest form of intimacy should be experienced between husband and …

Marriage requires daily effort. In this episode Simon addresses how to fight complacency in marriage.This talk was recorded for the Fire Up YouTube Channel.

In this episode Simon addresses parents on the important topic of speaking to your children about God’s plan for their sexuality. While this may be an uncomfortable topic for some, it is vital that your kids hear this …

In this episode Madeleine shares 3 ways that the virtue of modesty can be lived out. Modesty is so much more than how we dress! This talk was recorded for the Fire Up YouTube Channel.

Simon discusses a common question in this episode. He shares some guidelines on what to do if you find yourself attracted to multiple people at the …

In this episode Madeleine discusses how our identity should have a firm foundation in Jesus Christ. This talk was recorded for the Fire Up YouTube …

In this episode Simon and Madeleine share some exciting changes to Fire Up! 

In this episode, Madeleine discusses the common question: 'Should I date someone who looks at porn?' 

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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 …

In this episode, Simon and Madeleine discuss ways that you can make the most of lockdown!

Stina Constantine from Virtue Ministry discusses what Authentic Friendship looks like with Madeleine. 

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In this episode Madeleine talks about how we need to be aware of how satan is stopping us from doing God's will. She gives some practicals of how we can arm ourselves against the work of satan in our life. 

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This episode is a recorded talk that Simon and Madeleine gave at iWitness in 2019. They discuss 'Setting the World on Fire' by intentional and sincere dating practices. 

In this episode Simon and Deacon Harold discuss the impact of COVID 19 on Marriages. 

Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers – known around the world as the …

The desire and longing we each experience deep without our soul is one that can only be satisfied by our creator.

In this episode Madeleine interviews Danielle Bean, author of the book 'Whisper: Finding God in the Everyday.' 

Find out more about Danielle Bean's work - https://daniellebean.com/

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In this episode, Simon interviews Fr Mike Schmitz on authentic love.

Fr Mike Schmitz a Priest in Minnesota and the author of 'Made for Love: Same Sex …

In this episode Madeleine discusses what the Feminine Genius is and some practical ways it can be lived out. 

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In this episode, Simon interviews Catholic Apologist Tim Staples on Marriage, Divorce and Annulments. 

Tim Staples is a convert to Catholicism and is …

In this episode, Simon shares insights and lessons that he has learned from Saint Joseph on how to live out the Masculine Mission. 

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In this episode, Simon interviews Hector Molina on the Biblical Basis for the Sacrament of Marriage. 

Hector Molina is an international Catholic …

In this episode Simon and Madeleine discuss tools and strategies to argue in a way that will build intimacy, not destroy it. Join them for a lively …

In this episode, Simon and Madeleine discuss the power words have in transforming a relationship. They share practical insights and personal examples to highlight the positive effect of affirming words and the …

In this episode, Madeleine interviews Bill Donaghy on The Way of Beauty and discusses the relationship between beauty and suffering. 

Bill Donaghy is …

This is the first day of Simon's 10 day course: 'How to Date with Passion and Purpose.'

You can purchase the full course via our online shop. 

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In this episode Simon and Madeleine discuss the challenges of being single and what to do about it. You will discover, through this conversation that a time of singleness is a profound gift that can lead to the …

In this episode, Madeleine interviews Dr Monique Ruberu, a Catholic Napro Technology trained Pro Life Ob/Gyn. She shares her knowledge and wisdom on …

In this episode Simon and Madeleine discuss how art can enhance family prayer in the home. This podcast was sponsored by Kate Capato, founder of Visual Grace - www.visualgrace.org. Check out her amazing Sacred Art and …

In this episode, Simon and Madeleine discuss Theology of the Body by addressing common misconceptions about it, why it was written as well as key …

In this episode, Simon and Madeleine interview Mike and Alicia Hernon, founders of The Messy Family Project. 

Mike and Alicia give great advice on many topics from how to deal with two worlds coming together in the …

In this episode, Simon and Madeleine discuss practical ideas to growing in holiness. 

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In this episode Simon and Madeleine discuss the essential teaching in the Catholic Church that every single person is called to Holiness! The fall of …

In this episode Simon and Madeleine interview Jason Evert of the reality of pornography. They discuss the damaging effects of pornography and strategies to overcome it. 

Jason Evert has spoken to over 1 million people …

In this episode we discuss the deepest longings and desires of the human heart. We all long for happiness and fulfilment, we all ache for the …

Sometimes in life we can battle with the idea or temptation that we are not good enough, and that we are defined by our sin. We often fail to believe …

In this episode, Simon and Madeleine interview Sarah Swafford, author of Emotional Virtue. 

Sarah is a wife and mother of 5. She is internationally respected for her honest and sincere explanations on how to navigate …

In this episode we unpack what it means to 'set the world on fire!' Inspired by Luke 12:49 when Christ says; "I came to cast fire upon the earth; and how I wish that it were already ablaze!",  we hope to share some …

In this episode we introduce ourselves and the mission of Fire Up Ministries

Simon's Challenge - Check out our website and sign up to our …