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This Connected Podcast

169 EpisodesProduced by Arnel Recio aka “Catholic.dad”Website

This Connected Podcast shares experiences and point of views, highs & lows about faith, life, church, and whatever else comes along the way. The mission of this podcast is “To connect generations and situations to not necessarily agree but be listened to.”It's a podcast run and operated by me, a lon… read more

169 Episodes | 2019 - 2024

Farewell

February 22nd, 2024

0:39

An important message from RadioPublic

EP 162: Here's Johnny

March 15th, 2024

51:52

In this episode, we go back to the first days of when Catholic.dad did youth ministry. His guest is Johnny Huizar who was one of the first youth …

EP 161: How I Found A Godly Partner

February 19th, 2024

1:23:48

In Episode 151 our Guests is Julio and Bella who both met while studying at the University. They have a cute a wonderful story of how they met and …

EP 160: “Kim Takes Over ONE LIFE LA”

February 6th, 2024

37:15

On the 10th Anniversary of One Life LA where marchers from all over the west coast converge on Los Angeles to witness to the Respect for Life …

EP 159: Free the Bishops - The Crisis in Nicaragua

January 15th, 2024

1:13:35

This podcast is part of our "Take Over This Connected Initiative"  Giving others the opportunity to use our platform to share and connect others to what and how they are living out their faith.

This is that takeover …

EP 158: Who am I? Sino Ako? A Filipino American History Perspective

October 23rd, 2023

1:26:09

In this episode we look at Filipino Identity in light of Filipino American History Month.  Our guests Dr. Susan Protacio, MD along with Angela Albay-Yenney and myself join in conversation of our similar and at times …

EP 157: KUWENTUHAN - Dynamics of Ministry

September 24th, 2023

1:04:48

Featuring special guest Dr. Susan Protacio and Dr. Nini Dyogi came by to have a conversation about the dynamics of ministry. The word “Kuwentuhan” means chitchat or storytelling. Basically is chatting is what we did in …

EP 156: Senior Life (in high school)

July 31st, 2023

1:00:37

For this episode, we take it back to our youth ministry roots. We welcome Catholic High School student, Juliette Gaytan!

Remember to like, subscribe, …

EP 155: "Filled With The Spirit" - Encountering Mary

July 5th, 2023

1:11:16

Mary Lasham is an 85 years old youth minister.
Growing up in a difficult childhood, teen years and early on in her marriage and family life she was …

EP 154: Out of the Dark - An Abortion Workers Story

June 26th, 2023

1:33:05

Out of the dark.
 
Nallely Perez at 14 years old was pregnant. Begrudgingly she chose life for her daughter. But it was not a fairy tale ending when …

EP 153: Fr. Alex Osborne Part II

June 5th, 2023

1:05:25

Continuing our conversation. Fr Alex Osborne shares insight on you and young adults in Australia and his experiences of faith.

Like, subscribe and …

EP 152: "Priest from Down Under" Fr. Alex Osborne

May 29th, 2023

1:32:28

Fr. Alex Osborne is a a diocesan priest of Canberra, Capital of Australia. In this episode Fr. Osborne shares his vocation story. His call to the …

EP 151: Reaction to Calvin Robinson - Homosexual Marriage in the Church

April 15th, 2023

1:14:27

Here you go! Many of you have sent us the YouTube video of Calvin Robinsons speech at the Oxford Union on February 15, 2023.  You asked for us for our reaction to this speech which was about homosexual marriages and …

EP 150: “Really Present”

March 20th, 2023

43:21

In this episode Arnel and Tony give a Lenten Retreat Presentation at St Catherine of Alexandria in Riverside California.  Using the podcast as a forum to share the faith, Arnel and Tony share in this episode the …

EP 149: SYNOD (PART D) BISHOP ALBERTO ROJAS & SR. LETICIA SALAZAR

February 26th, 2023

30:04

Episode 149: SYNOD (Part D) Bishop Alberto Rojas & Sr. Leticia Salazar.
In this final Part of the four part series Tony and Arnel are able to have a conversation with Bishop Alberto Rojas and Chancellor Sr. Leticia …

EP 149: SYNOD (PART C) DR. AUSTEN IVEREIGH

February 24th, 2023

16:52

Episode 149: Part C of this 4 part series is with Dr. Austen Ivereigh.
Dr. Austen Ivereigh describes himself as a journalist, a writer and an author. He is also an academic professor in Contemporary Church history at …

EP 149: SYNOD? (PART B) SYNOD TEAM MEMBERS

February 22nd, 2023

1:15:42

Episode 149: Part B of the Synod 4 Part Series continues with conversations with members of the Diocese of San Bernardino's Synodal Synthesis Core Team.  If you had questions about this synod process; this episode …

EP 149: SYNOD (PART A) Synod Listening Session

February 20th, 2023

21:14

Episode 149 is a four part mini-series of an event we were invited to cover at the Diocese of San Bernardino called the Synod Formation Day.  It was an opportunity to directly podcast at Diocesan Pastoral Center where …

EP 148: Called To Be A Deacon

February 13th, 2023

1:01:19

In the 148th episode of This Connected, Arnel aka Catholic.dad talks to newly ordained, Deacon Robert Gonzalez and his Wife Lorena.  They talk about …

EP 147: Youth Ministry Moment - "Balancing Ministry & Life"

February 6th, 2023

44:55

This episode is another addition to our series of Youth Ministry Moments speaking to long time ministers on successes and pitfalls of the many years in ministry with young people. In this episode Melissa from St. Peter …

EP 146: Youth Ministry Moment - "Short Season / Long Game"

January 23rd, 2023

42:32

This year we will focus some episodes directed specifically towards Youth Ministry and the you 'Youth Ministers.' 
These episodes will be short …

EP 145: “Putting our Foot Forward-post Advent”

December 26th, 2022

1:05:08

Bethany took over, Tony played with the camera switcher and Arnel was being well, Arnel.
We just talked about our advent, what it was about and had some laughs, but we did get a little serious here in the middle. We …

EP 144: Fr Nicholas Sheehy, LC

December 19th, 2022

1:04:24

This episode is with Fr. Nicholas Sheehy of the Legionaries of Christ.  Fr. Sheehy grew up as the oldest of eight children in a loving Catholic …

EP 143: Seasons of Life ft. Steve Halligan

December 10th, 2022

1:02:48

In this episode Tony and Arnel chat with the Program Director of the Ministry Formation Institute (MFI) of the Diocese of San Bernardino, Steve Halligan. Steve shares with us the stories of the seasons of his life. A …

EP 142: ICE BREAKERS

November 28th, 2022

56:54

Episode 142: ICE BREAKERS

In this episode Tony  and Arnel just simply chat about favorite ice breakers and other cringe topics such as calling Father God, "Dad" or "Daddy."
 
Remember to like, subscribe and recommend to a …

EP 141: Society of the Heralds of Good News - Mission Appeal

November 21st, 2022

44:43

EP 141: Mission Appeal - Society of the Heralds of Good News

This episode features Fr. Ashok, Provincial Superior of the Society of the Herald of Good News (HGN) along with Fr. Suresh and Fr. Jude who are priest of HGN …

EP 140: Marriage & Family Life Ministry Take Over

November 14th, 2022

1:27:07

EP 140: Marriage & Family Life Ministry Take Over

In this episode newlyweds Josue Marin with Sarah Marin take over as host of the show with …

EP 139: Anna Hamilton - “Simply Living”

November 7th, 2022

1:02:52

EP 139: Anna Hamilton - “Simply Living”
This episode is about a person who was and is an inspiration to me. This is Anna Hamilton who is currently the Managing Director for Wordnet Productions. She received her Master’s …

EP 138: Ismael & Juan [Heroic Friendship]

October 31st, 2022

1:18:11

EP 138: Ismael & Juan [Heroic Friendship]

Happy Halloween!!!
Yes This Connected does celebrate Halloween! Why? Because it is very Catholic.

But on …

Ep 137: Gen "T" is for TRAUMA

October 10th, 2022

1:11:17

Episode 137: Gen "T" is for TRAUMA featuring long term friend of the podcast, Jacob Escobedo.
Jacob Escobedo, MSW, ASW is  a California Registered Associate Clinical Social Worker and has experience providing individual, …

EP 136: "HOLIES" - Testimonial of Shia Lebeouf

September 19th, 2022

1:42:57

EPISODE 136: " HOLIES" - Testimonial of Shia LeBeouf

"DIG IT UP!"
On this episode we watch and talk about the recent interview that Shia LeBeouf (pronounced "shall I buff") had with Bishop Barron on the movie Padre Pio …

EP 135: "INSPIRED" Young Adults (ft. 4.12 Ministry)

September 12th, 2022

1:34:04

Episode 135: “INSPIRED" Young Adults (ft. 4.12 Young Adult Ministry)

This Connected travels to visit with the crew of the Young Adult Ministry for the …

Episode 134: "Adventures in Marriage" Ft. Joel and Laura

September 5th, 2022

1:04:20

Marriage Family Life and Ministry SERIES

Episode 134:  “Adventures in Marriage"

The fourth  installment of this series is with Joel and Laura from the …

EP 133: German and Paula "Service"

August 29th, 2022

57:01

Marriage Family Life and Ministry SERIES

Episode 133:  “SERVICE”
The third  installment of this series is with German & Paula from the St. Mary’s …

EP 132: Dan Lydia Kray "Commitment"

August 22nd, 2022

1:03:56

Marriage Family Life and Ministry SERIES

Episode 132:  ‘COMMITMENT’
The second installment of this series is with Dan and Lydia Kray.  Dan & Lydias story started, well many years ago and the beauty of the many years …

EP 131: Jamie & Gaston 'LOVINGLY'

August 15th, 2022

2:09:38

Marriage Family Life and Ministry SERIES

Episode 131: 'LOVINGLY' features Gaston & Jamie Ochoa.  Married 8 years Gaston and Jamie share with us their love story, as well as honestly sharing the sadness and joys of …

EP 130: QUARANTINE VIBES!

August 3rd, 2022

1:12:02

Episode 130: Quarantine Vibes!

After 2 years of being virus free, the COVID caught up to us at This Connected and it was not the vacation we wanted.   We paused podcasting to quarantine and focus on our health. 

However, …

EP 129: Spiritual Direction ft. Carrell Jamilano

June 27th, 2022

55:14

What is Spiritual Direction? Who needs it?
In this episode we are honored to have spiritual director, author and renowned speaker Carrell Jamilano.  …

EP 128: BethTones Takeover Episode

June 20th, 2022

54:31

EPISODE 128:  Today we switch things up a bit, Bethany and Tony take over the mic!  And while Catholic.dad is away, the children will play!
Prepare to …

EP 127: Deliverance - A Story of Struggle, Faith & Joy

June 13th, 2022

1:18:07

This episode our guest is Esmeralda Torres, a daughter, mother and child of God who in stages of her life has found deliverance from the tragedies, the hardships of her life. This testimonial episode reveals the …

EP 126: "In Denial” The Pastoral Care of Archbishop Cordileone

June 6th, 2022

1:16:17

In Episode 126 Fr. Tyler Tripp, Canon Lawyer in the Diocese of San Bernardino explains Canon 915 in light of Archbishop Cordileone's pastoral letter to Speaker of the House of the Unites States Congress, Nancy Pelosi …

EP 125: Pray Before You Post

May 30th, 2022

56:09

EP 125 is about how we post on social media. Tony and Arnel have a conversation about how we discern what we post on social media and whether or not we pray about it before hand. Also if our minds were ever changed by …

EP 124: It's Not Free to Be A Missionary

May 18th, 2022

41:53

IT'S NOT FREE TO BE A MISSIONARY - SUPPORT MIGUEL ALVAREZ!

Helping another is what we are trying to do with this episode.  We always encourage our young people to go out into the world and make a difference.  To share …

EP 123: "This is my Beloved and this is my Friend"

May 16th, 2022

38:12

We took a break because well we've been busy and Producer Tony decided to marry a beautiful woman named Bethany.  Now they are Mr. and Mrs. …

EP 122: Father to Father, A Conversation on Racism

April 4th, 2022

1:17:06

In this episode our guest is Alex Barraza, Regional Coordinator for Youth & Young Adult Ministry, Pastoral Juvenil with the Diocese of Sacramento …

EP 121: Canon Law w/ Fr Tyler Tripp

March 21st, 2022

1:51:33

In this episode we drive to the dessert of San Bernardino Diocese to Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Palm Dessert.  Here we meet with Fr. Tyler …

EP 120: The Dignity of the Life with Father Manny Cardoza

March 7th, 2022

1:32:35

Being pro-life is not just about abortion. 
 
In this episode our guest Father Manny Cardoza, a Catholic priest from Our Lady of Hope in the Diocese of …

EP 119: Journeying Together / Synod - Socks - Pizza

February 28th, 2022

1:50:42

This episode was done while breaking bread.  Having a conversation while eating dinner is a great way to talk and listen.  
Tony and I had great conversation with Fr Alex Rodarte, Kimberly Puerto, Bethany Faz, and Maria …

EP 118: The Spirituality of the Heart

February 20th, 2022

1:02:02

The final episode of this 3 part AMM NFCYM Series is a Stand Alone Episode because it is about LOVE. We recorded this episode late in the evening and Scotty Van Horn shares why he is at the event but goes on to share …

EP 117: We are ALL Youth Ministers

February 16th, 2022

37:17

Continuing saga of the NFCYM AMM. Part 2 of this 3 part series is with Marcial and Rickie and we discuss what the Associate Membership Meeting is about and changes that have happened and is happening.

Guest in the …

EP 116: The Puzzle Pieces of Youth Ministry with Michael Marchand Dan Pin & Charlie Hardesky

February 14th, 2022

33:24

In this episode, Producer Tony and Host Arnel aka Catholic.dad attended the Associate Members Meeting of the National Federation for Catholic Youth …

EP 115: Dangers of the Occult with Fr. Tomas

February 7th, 2022

2:24:38

EP 115 of This Connected Podcast finds Producer Tony and Catholic.dad in Temecula, California joined by Fr. Tomás Guillen to talk about cultural …

EP 114: ONE LIFE LA 2022 - RECAP EPISODE

January 25th, 2022

1:05:41

We Recap our experience at the One Life LA event this Saturday January 22, 2022.  Guests Alexis Guzman and Kimberly Puerto join hosts Tony Pimentel …

EP 113: Popes Pets Children & Other Catholic Rants!

January 18th, 2022

1:37:02

EP 113: Popes Pets Children & Other Catholic Rants!

Continuing the conversation from Episode 112 about having pets vs children.  Also talking Fiat …

EP 112: TRANSITIONS IN MINISTRY

January 10th, 2022

1:16:16

Episode 112

  • 00:02:00 - introduction guests: Alexis Guzman & Bethany Faz
  • 00:04:17 - Catholic Trivia / Question.  Answer-Swiss Umpa Lumpas
  • 00:06:45 - …

EP 111: Resolutions + Happy or Unhappy Young Priests

December 30th, 2021

1:46:56

Episode 111
Catholic.dad and Tony Pimentel sits down with Fr. Alex Rodarte to talk about New Years Resolutions, and the recent study that tackles the …

EP 110: God Is The All Seeing Hawkeye

December 20th, 2021

1:01:55

Episode 110 is ABT (About) Arnel Bethany Tony pre-Christmas Rantings.

We got together to just to connect with you with our rants.  We hope you like our conversation. It is literally how our conversations.

Sorry No Trivia …

EP 109: Advent - Preseason Episode

December 7th, 2021

1:12:46

We are back! Happy New Year! Happy Advent! Its a new season and Producer Tony will now be the permanent co-host of This Connected Podcast. 
On this episode we talk a little about Advent, share a trivia and end with …

EP 108: My Gap Year & Resilience

November 15th, 2021

47:34

Episode 108
* Catholic.dad trivia "Partridge in a pear tree?"
* Guest Carlos Guzman
* Learn how to be a patron and receive some cool merch.
* …

EP 107: Liturgical Dancing ft. Alex Estrella

October 11th, 2021

55:18

Episode 107 is on Liturgical Dancing at - gasp! - church.
Yes fam, we went there. This episode is a conversation about one of the most controversial …

EP 106: FT Kid Catholic

October 4th, 2021

44:54

Episode 106 is a conversation with Kid Catholic, Kedon Gumerson.
Kedon Gumerson is a 16 year old YouTuber, host of Kid Catholic.  In addition to …

EP 105: DTR - Diego & Elizabeth "First Fruits"

September 20th, 2021

1:07:44

EP 105 is the 3rd installment of DTR (Define the Relationship).  This episode is a conversation with Diego & Elizabeth Gamboa.  A lovely conversation with two individuals who love for each other can be heard in the …

EP 104: DTR - "How Tony Met Jenny"

September 13th, 2021

1:27:23

EP 104 DTR - How Tony Met Jenny

This second episode of our series with couples to DTR (Define the Relationship) is with Tony and Jenny Alarcon.  Tony and Jenny have been married two years and are both teachers as well as …

EP 103: DTR - "You Had Me at Confirmation" Ft. Sarah & Josue

September 6th, 2021

1:04:33

EP 103 DTR - You had me at Confirmation featuring Sarah and Josue

This first episode of our series with couples to DTR (Define the Relationship) is with Josue and Sarah. Sarah is a youth minister with a supportive fiance …

EP 102: P.I.T. Stop (Priest in Training STOP)

August 30th, 2021

1:01:52

EP 102 is the GREAT REVEAL!

Our friend and fellow youth minister from St. Francis of Assisi Parish in LaQuinta, CA  has resigned as the YM!  This is …

EP 101: Vocations 101 "Am I not Enough" Ft. Fr. Hau Vu

August 23rd, 2021

1:13:11

EP 101 is a conversation with the Director of Vocations for the Diocese of San Bernardino, Fr. Hau Vu. 

Fr. Hau Vu is of Vietnamese descent and shares his testimony of how he came to answer the call to become a priest. …

EP 100: the 100th

August 16th, 2021

1:09:43

The 100th Episode is hosted by Producer Tony.  He interviews Arnel aka Catholic.dad about his thoughts of the past 100 episodes and even takes a live …

EP 99: MOTU PROPRI-OHH!

August 9th, 2021

1:19:37

Episode 99: Motu Proprio - Tradutionis Custodes

Two young adults joins us on the podcast, Jo Deleon and Jesus Jacobo to talk to us about the recent …

EP 98: IS IT A SIN TO MASTURBATE? "Am I the Only One?"

August 3rd, 2021

1:30:30

Episode 98: IS IT A SIN TO MASTURBATE?  "Am I the Only One?"

This episode contains discussion about pornography and masturbation that affects all of …

EP 97: Finding Volunteers, etc Ft. Manny Huerta

July 21st, 2021

1:26:25

In Episode 97 Manny Huerta, Western Regional Local Outreach for NET USA Ministry comes back to the show to talk about ministry volunteers, how to …

EP 96 : "Omnia Means All"

July 12th, 2021

1:52:24

This Connected Podcast was invited to the Omnia Catholic  Summer Social-Young Adult gathering on July 11.  While there we decided to do a podcast to …

EP 95 "Cradle Black Catholic" ft. Marcus Jones

July 6th, 2021

1:30:51

That was then, this is now?
Our guest for this episode is Mr. Marcus Jones a "Cradle Black Catholic," who shares with us his experiences as being …

EP 94: "You Don't Have to be Perfect" ft. Maricruz Flores Director of Youth Ministry, Diocese of San Diego

June 29th, 2021

1:02:42
Our guest for this episode is the Director of Youth Ministry of the Diocese of San Diego, Maricrus Flores.  In our conversation we talk about her …

EP 93 "RESILIENT" - LIVE with SBYOUNGCATHOLICS

June 21st, 2021

1:03:40

RESILIENT is a unique episode as we are live in person at the San Bernardino Diocese Office for Young Catholics Summer Event.
Our guest for this …

EP 92: "I Graduated ... Now What?" Ft. Manny Huerta of NET USA

June 15th, 2021

1:19:20

In Episode 92 we talk to Manny Huerta NET USA Ministry representative, former youth minister at St Peter and Paul in Rancho Cucamonga, husband and …

EP 91: A Latina in Korea, Ft. Kimberly Rodriguez

June 8th, 2021

1:07:30

In this episode we have a conversation with Kimberly Rodriguez, an ESL educator at a National University in South Korea.  Originally from Southern California she has called "The Land of the Morning Calm" her home for …

Episode 90: 'STEEP' Conversations with Archie Lasalle

May 31st, 2021

1:14:10

STEEP, like steeping tea, extracting flavors or stories. 
Our guest for this episode is Archie, former youth minister at St. Catherine in Riverside California for 11 years. One of the most dynamic ministers I had ever …

EP 89: "To Be (PAID) or Not To Be (Paid)" - the Youth Minister Dilema

May 19th, 2021

1:32:26

On the show this week, I am joined by our shows producer Tony Pimentel who is a paid youth minister et. al in the Diocese of San Bernardino.  We talk …

EP 88: Best Moms Ever [what listeners think about their moms]

May 11th, 2021

31:39

In this Episode, Catholic.dad reads what listerners have said about their moms.  This belated Happy Mother's day episode just celebrates the moms.  …

EP 87: Accompaniment, Ft-Berenice Villa

April 26th, 2021

53:23

This week we have on the show Berenice Villa, Youth Programs Coordinator for the Office of Ministry with Young Catholics at the Diocese of San …

EP 86: Back in the Habit

April 19th, 2021

1:17:50

Episode 86:  BACK IN THE HABIT!

On this weeks episode, Catholic.dad and producer Tony finally gets back together in person to record the Bro-niversary …

EP 85: FT. SR. JOSEPHINE GARRETT "Just Begin"

April 12th, 2021

58:33

Episode 85: This week we meet Sister Josephine Garrett. She is a sister of the Holy Family of Nazareth. Sister shares with us her vocation story, and …

EP 84: RACISM Against API (History of..)

April 6th, 2021

1:04:14

Episode 84: This week we talk with Nicole Dumaguindin and Frances Abalos again, as part of our second episode of a 3-part series on Racism Against …

EP 83: Via Crucis - Special Re-release

March 28th, 2021

1:05:16

Every year the parish of St Mary's has had a tradition of performing a live Passion of Christ play. Due to the Pandemic lockdown, St Mary's was not able to do the live Via Crucis last year.  Therefore the individual who …

EP 82: Amata Filia Dei (Beloved Daughters of God)

March 22nd, 2021

1:08:28

Episode 82: We meet the Amata Filia Dei, a  group of young women who came together to be able to just be who they are "beloved DAUGHTERS OF GOD."  That is what the groups name "Amata Filia Dei" means and how appropriate …

EP 81: Private Revelations (Miracles & Healing)

March 15th, 2021

1:33:28

Episode 81: We speak with Elena and Raul Escoto. Listen to their stories into their spiritual lives revolving prophetic word, speaking in tongues, …

EP 80: Whine With YAM - "Pinot Noir" #3

March 9th, 2021

1:37:04

Episode 80: The Whine with YAM pals are back to discuss their highs and lows of job experiences, the Lenten Season, vocations, and more!
(Shocking …

EP 79: Seeing the Unseen (Racism Against API)

March 1st, 2021

1:06:06

Episode 79: This week we talk with Nicole Dumaguindin and Francis Abalos. This is our first episode of a 3-part series on Racism Against API. This …

EP 78: Transformation (Ft. Fr. Tim Grumbach)

February 22nd, 2021

56:22

Episode 78: This week we hear from the one and only Father Tim Grumbach! Listen to Fr. Tim's transformation stories from the shoes he wore to old …

EP 77: Spirituality of Blessed Women

February 15th, 2021

1:24:13

Episode 77: We are joined by Elena Escoto, a mother of 2 adult children, Elizabeth Marin-Gamboa who is a new mother, and finally we have Tori, who is …

EP 76: Tattoos and Faith (ft. Marley)

February 8th, 2021

58:36

Episode 76: This week we chat with Marley Murrieta. Listen to our discussion on her tattoos; why she got them and the judgment that comes with having them. Marley also shares a bit of her story of being a survivor of …

EP 75: Whine with YAM - "Merlot"

February 1st, 2021

1:47:16

Episode 75: Join the "Whine with YAM" pals as we discuss our thoughts on wine, being pro-life, & why young people don't want to conceive children.

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This Connected Podcast: EP 74- Mental Health & Faith (ft. Clinically Catholic)

January 25th, 2021

1:08:44

Episode 74: This week we chat with Registered Associate Social Worker, Jacob Escobedo! He is a Catholic Therapist. Listen to our discussion on Mental …

EP 73: "Trad Cats" ft. Johnny Mendez & Jesus Jacobo

January 19th, 2021

1:29:08

Episode 73: Listen to Johnny Mendes and Jesus Jacobo, as they share with us their love for the Latin Mass and what they love about this form.  We also discuss about Vatican II and its impact.

Remember to rate, subscribe …

EP 72: Covid-19 Vaccine, Should I (Not)?. Ft. Just Jo

January 12th, 2021

1:21:44

Episode 72: Featuring "Just Jo" of the Just Jo Podcast and member of The Roots Cast Podcast.
This week we discuss the moral controversy that surrounds …

EP 71: Whine With YAM "Uncorking the Bottle"

January 5th, 2021

1:12:18

This Connected PREMIERS a new series of monthly episodes with three Young Adult Ministers called "Whine With YAM."  The series is to simply connect …

EP 70: ft. Christine in Action

December 22nd, 2020

1:04:25

Episode 70 is with Christine Merriman, host, creator and star of Christine in Action.  A YouTube channel created "for the greater glory of God."
Listen to this story of Christine who during the covid lockdown felt called …

EP 69: Episode J - St Mel LIfeteen

December 15th, 2020

1:15:40

Episode 69 is the letter J in our series of Youth Ministry from A2Z.
It's all joyful discussion with Youth Minister Cathy and fellow leader Monique …

EP 68: Las Apariciones de La Virgen de Guadalupe

December 12th, 2020

29:15

A special Episode for Our Lady of Guadalupe.  Episode 68:  Las Apariciones de La Virgen de Guadalupe is the audio play created by artist Diego Gamboa whose passion and devotion to Our Lady gifts him the ability to …

EP 67: DIEGO - Serving God

December 8th, 2020

36:05

Episode 67 is about Diego Gamboa, a talented young man, whose God given talent he uses to create dramatic plays of the Passion of Christ and the story of Our Lady of Guadalupe.  In this episode Diego shares why he does …

EP 66: "i" Roots Young Adult Ministry

December 1st, 2020

1:04:11

Episode 66 features Delaine Judith Baronia, Young Adult Minister at St. Margaret Mary Church in Chino.   She is joined by Core Team Member, Jarell …

EP 65: Letter H - Ft. Mattthew Zemanek of THRIVE YAM

November 24th, 2020

1:17:00

This episode is on the Letter H of our series on Ministry from A2Z!
Blessed to have in Episode 65, Matt Zemanek of Thrive YAM from the Diocese of Orange County California.  We had a great morning conversation about a …

EP 64: A2Z "G" Ft. OLA-Boundless YAM

November 17th, 2020

1:11:46

EPISODE 64 Features OLA Boundless.  This young adult ministry from Our Lady of Assumption Church located in North San Bernardino, California is …

EP 63: Part 2 ??? "The Good, The Bad & The Ugly" - Ft. Father Tyler, Fr Alex.

November 10th, 2020

1:21:17

WE  hope you like the previous episode and that is why your listening to this one too.
This second part of "The Good, The Bad & The Ugly continues the discussion from last week.  The conversation moves to other …

EP 62: PART 1 - Liturgical Practices "The Good, The Bad & The Ugly" Ft. Father Alex Rodarte & Father Tyler Tripp

November 3rd, 2020

1:26:19

The Good, The Bad & The Ugly Episodes are simply open conversations with two holy priests, Fr. Alex Rodarte and Fr. Tyler Tripp about situations …

EP 61: A2Z "F" is for Friendship - Ft. Genesus Youth Ministry

October 27th, 2020

1:11:26

Episode 61:  Letter F of Youth Ministry from A2Z. 

The friendships one find from youth groups are amazing and long lasting.  It's one of the things that will last a lifetime brings us so much closer to Christ. …

EP 60: A2Z "E" - Ft. Haley Nicole - Young Adult Ministry 'Spam Rice & YAM'

October 20th, 2020

1:15:53

Featuring Nicole Hailey, Young Adult Minister at St. Paul the Apostle Church, Chino Hills, California.  We call this episode Spam, Rice and YAM and …

EP 59: A2Z "D" - Ft. CSB St. Paul, Edric Alcantara

October 13th, 2020

1:08:06

Episode 59 is the next installment to I love Youth Ministry A2Z.  This time around our guest is Edric Alcantara who is the Confirmation Coordinator …

EP 58: Letter C - Moving Mountains with Alexis Guzman

October 6th, 2020

1:01:37

Episode 58 features Moving Mountains Youth Ministry from Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Chino, California.  Alexis Guzman, the youth minister of MMYM is our guest who shares his story and the story of this young …

EP 57: A2Z "B" - FT. SOR YOUTH MINISTRY, TONY PIMENTEL

September 29th, 2020

1:04:50

EP 57: A2Z is the Letter B. In this episode This Connected Podcast features Tony Pimentel, the youth minister of St. Oscar Romero Catholic Community …

EP 56: A2Z "A" - Ft. YMSTMARY

September 22nd, 2020

42:09

This series called I Love Youth Ministry or A2Z "A" is the first I Love Youth Ministry episodes that features YMSTMARY of St. Mary's Catholic Church …

EP 55: I am voting for ___ & a bonus liturgical abuse

September 16th, 2020

1:06:06

It's a difficult time during these days of elections and a time in crisis and who to vote for.  ON this episode we talk about who some of our …

EP 54: ONE YEAR DOWN! A LOOK BACK

September 10th, 2020

44:30

Just a look back at how we started and reminiscing about episodes of this past year.  We can't believe it's been a year but it has and so that's whats in this podcast.

THANKS FOR THE LOVE Y'ALL!

Make sure to subscribe, …

EP 53: "A Zebra Life, A Blessed Life" - Barbara Jean

August 25th, 2020

1:22:06

"If you can do it, I guess I can do it."
This episodes bring two former youth ministers together from St Mary's, Barbara Jean and me. 
We reminisce a little bit about days in ministry, chickens, pigs, and farm life then …

EP 52: The Bearded Man Episode

August 18th, 2020

1:14:02

Two Catholic bearded men talk about a few things:
1. Beard Care and Balms
2. Beheading of Statues and the Church under attack
3. Pancit and Pozole
4. …

EP 51: "Wait, was that a date?"

August 4th, 2020

1:40:22

EP 51:  "Wait, was that a date?"

An episode with 3 young adult Youth Ministers from the Diocese of San Bernardino who seem to be looking for love in …

EP: Five-O. Who I am - Not just a cop

July 28th, 2020

1:17:38

EP Five-O. Who I am - not just a cop.
This episode is part of the Who "I am" series.
Our society today is going through a lot. With the Covid-19 pandemic, lock down and the protests has left many people questioning what …

EP 49: Brother Dario Figuero Missionary In Botswana, Africa

July 21st, 2020

1:17:18

The Series on Who "I am" starts with an early morning conversation with Brother Dario Figueroa.  Bro. Dario is originally from Cordova, Argentina.  He entered formation for the Society of the Divine Word in 2013 and …

EP 48: HER NAME MEANS LOVE "Caridad"

July 14th, 2020

1:07:38

In this special episode, Catholic.dad is interviewed with Catholic.mom by their two daughters for a special wedding anniversary episode.  A walk back …

EP 47: Sister Lily Galley "Joyful, Musical, Enthusiastic"

July 7th, 2020

58:16

Catholic.dad has a chat with Sister Cherilly Galley, AKA Lily.  Sister Lily tells us her story, her call, her choice of the Sisters of St John Bosco …

EP 46 - DAD & DAUGHTERS

June 29th, 2020

1:09:25

Catholic.dad answers questions from podcast listers on Instagram live with his two daughters.  Questions from who is your favorite to questions about …

EP: 45 ESTO VIR - 1 YEAR ANNIVERSARY EPISODE

June 21st, 2020

1:08:10

Episode 45 talks to the young men who inspired the creation of "This Connected Podcast."  The young men of Esto Vir of St. Mary's Catholic Church.  …

EP 44: REAL TALK... A Wife's Perspective

June 14th, 2020

1:07:27

In this episode we have real talk with April Ray of Urban Fire Ministry.  She shares her perspective as wife and mother.  Her personal story of courage rising from not knowing God the Father, being sexually abused as a …

EP 43: "What's it like being black?"

June 7th, 2020

1:10:23

EP 43:  "What's it like being black?"
We recorded this episode while having a large cup of caramel latte and a large Strawberry Banana Smoothie with …

EP 42: Virtual Ministry "The Good, The Bad and the Ugly"

May 27th, 2020

1:17:42

In this Episode guests Fr. Alex, Fr. Tyler and Fr. Tomas, young Diocesan Priests of the Diocese of San Bernardino along with youth and young adult …

EP: 41 This Connected Goes to Athens Greece

May 12th, 2020

56:59

EPISODE 41 IS THE GREEK CONNECTION.  
Catholic.dad talks to Catherine, Anthony, Lovely Ann, Danica Dolores, George, Gerald, Nina, AJ and Ivy; youth …

EP 40: Faith in the Middle

May 5th, 2020

39:18

*THIS SHOW HAS THE ADDITIONAL 5 MINUTES IN THE BEGINNING THAT IS MISSING IN THE YOUTUBE VIDEO. 

EP 40 is called Faith in the middle.  This Connected …

EP 39: Faith-FULL Citizen "A Moment with Victoria Ciudad Real"

April 28th, 2020

43:13

Episode 39 is about Faithful Citizenship and what that is about.  Along with middle school and high school co-hosts Carlos the Goose Guzman and …

EP 38 "Priestly ROaD TRIPPs"

April 23rd, 2020

46:17

This Episode begins our Priestly ROaD TRIPPs segments, which is a play on words with the names of Fr. Alex Rodarte & Fr. Tyler who will be our …

EP: 37 [Redeemed Vision] The Pandemic of Pornography

April 14th, 2020

40:05

Episode 37 speaks of the pandemic of our times.  One that has ruined and continues to put to ruin the lives of men, women and children.  This episode …

EP: 36 "SALUBONG" The Encounter of the Risen Lord & the Sorrowful Mother

April 12th, 2020

23:59

Episode 36 "Salubong." 
Thank you for joining us on This Connected Podcast’s Easter Special Episodes.  Part 3 of this series is called “Salubong”, a Filipino word meaning “Encounter,” it is the reenactment of the …

EP 35: "Via Crucis" la Pasion de nuestro Senor Jesucristo - Segunda Parte

April 11th, 2020

44:23

This Connected Presents the second part of Diego Gamboa production of the Via Crucis - The Passion of our Lord Jesus Christ.  We hope you enjoy this podcast of the Passion which has been a live tradition at St. Mary's …

EP 34: "Via Crucis" la Pasion de nuestro Senor Jesucristo - Primera Parte

April 10th, 2020

22:41

This Connected Podcast presents Diego Gamboa of Parousia Band, the youth of Genesis Adolescentes of St Mary and members of the parish community in …

EP 33: HOARDING FAITH - GOD'S TP (Total Providence)

April 6th, 2020

43:25

On this 33rd Episode of This Connected we thought we would do it different this time around and record off a live Instagram feed.  Although it was …

EP 32: Missionary to America - Thais Crespo Bosch Interview

March 31st, 2020

42:46

On this episode of This connected, we are joined by a former Net Missionary, who we met in 2016 when she came with her team to provide our parish a youth retreat.  She is from Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain and we talk to …

BONUS PANDEMIC EPISODE! MYC Director - Edgardo Juarez & Digital Ministry

March 26th, 2020

1:01:50

This Connected Episode 31- Bonus Pandemic Episode.  
We are living in an unprecedented time.  A Time of anxiety, of fear, of what we don’t know, of what we can’t see.  We are living in a time of stay home orders, loss of …

EP 30: Fr. Adam MacDonald, SVD - Pandemic and Vocations

March 21st, 2020

1:10:41

EP 30 is an interview with Fr. Adam MacDonald, SVD of the Divine Word Missionaries.  We talk about whats going on at this current Pandemic and also …

Episode 29: Pan-de-mic “talking about Covid-19

March 17th, 2020

43:51
On episode 29 we talk about what’s been going on regarding the global Covid-19 pandemic and how it’s affecting our daily lives and routines. How our faith, the usual ways we connect is challenged. We speak to two …

Episode 28: #9 Communion - Hand or Tongue

March 10th, 2020

1:01:27
In episode 28, Catholic.dad and Carlos “the Goose-man” talk to a young married couple, Mr and Mrs Diego & Elizabeth Gamboa. The conversation was …

Episode 27: #10 INTERCESSORY PRAYER- The Powerful Love Story of Anna

March 3rd, 2020

51:15
Season 3 - Episode 27 is about the power of Intercessory Prayer. However this podcast is more than that. It is a story of the fruit of intercessory …

EPISODE XXVI: “Holy Priesthood” - An Interview with Fr Alex Rodarte

February 25th, 2020

49:29
Episode 26 is an interview with newly ordained priest Fr Alex Rodarte. Ordained in 2017 he is currently assigned at St Adelaide Catholic Church in …

Episode 25: “What does love mean to you?”

February 18th, 2020

41:30
Episode 25 is a post Valentine’s Day Podcast. We share the answers our listeners wrote in as well as those people we spoke to live on the question - …

Episode 24: “Behold Your Mother” A Conversation with 4 Moms

February 11th, 2020

1:26:20
Episode 24 is called “Behold Your Mother.” It is a conversation with four Catholic moms whose children are actively serving today. Listen to how …

Episode 23: Father Brendan -“The Humble Columban Missionary”

February 5th, 2020

42:13
Fr Brendan whose patron Saint is St Brendan the Navigator is - like his patron saint a fearless traveler. A Priest of the Society of St Columban who …

Episode 22: “To Bring them hope and be the Church for them” Missionary Cenacle of the Holy Trinity

January 28th, 2020

54:32
Episode 22 we speak to a missionary group. This is our connection with them. | The Missionary Cenacle Familyare a spiritual family within the …

Episode 21: One Life LA - This Connected with marchers

January 21st, 2020

52:00
Episode 21, Catholic.dad goes to the One Life LA prolife March, interviewing people going to the prolife March as well as people going to the women’s …

Episode 20: “Blessed are the Peacemakers” An interview with 2 Catholic Police Officers

January 15th, 2020

1:08:45
In this episode we interview two Los Angeles Police Officers who take their Catholic Faith to heart. Listen to the reality of what it’s like to be a …

Episode 19: “Unequally Yoked” - Part 2 ~ The question of Interfaith marriage

January 8th, 2020

57:51
Episode 18: Part 2 of “Unequally Yoked” is the continued conversation Catholic.dad has with a couple from two faith backgrounds who fell in love, got …

Episode 18: Unequally Yoked Part 1 - The question of Interfaith Marriage

December 31st, 2019

54:07
Episode 18: Part 1 of “Unequally Yoked” is a conversation Catholic.dad has with a couple who fell in love but came from different faith backgrounds. …

Episode 17: Cheaper by the 1/2 Dozen - Being Open to Life , A Very Merry Christmas Special

December 25th, 2019

50:24
Episode 17 is a Christmas special on being open to life. We feature a family with 6 children, who are home schooled, living out their Catholic Faith …

Episode 16: LGBTQ+ | Who’s in the label?

December 18th, 2019

46:21
Episode 16 Podcast is about courage. The courage of two young people who with the support of the friends and family shares with us what it feels to be LGBTQ+ | Sharing their dreams and aspirations, challenges in the …

Episode 15: Call no man Father, REALLY? An Interview with Fr. Edmund Gomez, Catholic Priest

December 11th, 2019

1:21:25
Episode 15 of season 2 on Family, brings This Connected with Catholic.dad with youth cohost Luis to Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish in Chino, California …

Episode 14 - Part 2: “Chicken Sandwiches” Jesus Mary to Joseph Crossing that High Dessert

December 5th, 2019

51:11
Episode 14 PART 2 of Season 2 on Family. What’s in Part 2? Ugly crying, snot, Steubenville conferences, things that freak you out enough to keep you coming back - like the real presence? Hello? Scripture for this …

Episode 14 - PART 1: “6 Fingers” Jesus Mary to Joseph crossing that High Desert

December 4th, 2019

32:13
Episode 14 part 1 begins our Season 2 on Family. In this two-part episode we drove all the way to Barstow to St Joseph’s Church to meet with the leaders to the Young Apostles Ministry. Why? Because they became family. …

Episode 13: Christ is Alive - Missionary Discipleship | Special Guest Brenda Noriega

November 27th, 2019

1:13:16
Episode 13 is the last episode of our season 1. In front of a live audience of youth from St Marys Spanish and English Youth groups we talk to the …

Episode 12: “23 in Me” with Rita Saikali

November 22nd, 2019

59:29
In episode 12: 23 in Me - more than the Latin Rite - we have a special guest - Catholic Speaker, Blogger & Vlogger, Rita Saikali from …

Ministry Monday featuring Pan De Vida

November 18th, 2019

6:07
Ministry Monday with Carlos brings to light ministries that serve the church. Carlos interviews members of Pan de Vida to share what they do and what services they provide. To contact Pan de Vida call 909-822-5670--- …

Episode 11: “Broken & Blessed” Depression Anxiety Mental Heath & Faith

November 13th, 2019

55:41
Episode 11 is about that “dark hole” we find ourselves. The emptiness we don’t talk about - depression, anxiety and other mental health issues - and …

Special Podcast Episode: Controversial Chicken Sandwich debate

November 12th, 2019

17:07
After spending 3 hours podcasting with Fr. Ed, the parish priest of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Chino, California. The podcast crew went to Chick-fil-a to settle the controversy of what’s better Chick-fil-a or Popeye’s …

Episode 10: Grupo Genesis - Ministerio En Español

November 6th, 2019

43:54
This Episode we talk to the bilingual Spanish/English youth group at St Marys Parish. A vibrant ministry that has been active for 16 years, motivating generations of youth from this community. What’s the secret to this …

Episode 9: “Living on the EDGE”

October 30th, 2019

35:42
Living on the EDGE is about the Middle School Youth Group at St Mary’s church. We spend some time with some great young people from this group which …

Episode 8: Sowing Seeds - Reaping Leaders | Edge Peer Ministry Leadership Team (PMLT)

October 23rd, 2019

47:40
In this Episode we talk to the middle school youth group leaders at St Marys Parish in Fontana, Ca. They call themselves PMLT and have an interesting …

Episode 7: TRANSITIONING “Potholes, sideroads & highways” [adolescence to emerging adults]

October 16th, 2019

52:09
In this Episode we listen to a few young people as part of our conversation crew while they talk about the storms and stress of transitioning from …

Episode 6: OG Core Team - “ LOST & FOUND

October 9th, 2019

1:03:39
Going back in time to the founding of St Marys Youth Group in 2013 with the original core team. Hear the struggles of a volunteer group of ministers …

Episode 5: “I love you, you love me” —Steps from Dating to Marriage

October 2nd, 2019

1:10:35
Catholic.dad explores dating, engagements, marriage and faith with two couples Andrea and Oscar, Elizabeth and Diego. Along with our youth co-host …

Episode 4: SOCIAL JUSTICE & ADVOCACY “I’ll change my house.. then I’ll change the world” Stephanie J

September 25th, 2019

1:00:55
In this Episode of This Connected with Catholic.dad we have discussions about what social justice & advocacy is about. The “This Connected Crew” …

Episode 3: “SONrise or TwighLIGHT” - College Men

September 18th, 2019

43:07
The college experience is an awesome one. It is a period of tremendous growth, it’s the first time we are away from the safety of home and for some …

Episode 2: | Blessed Among Women—aAAHHH!!!!

September 11th, 2019

44:39

In this Episode Catholic.dad hangs out with the ladies from St Marys Lifeteen/Edge Youth Group - Core and Peer Ministry Leadership Team to hear the …

Episode 01 | Pilot ft. Esto Vir

September 5th, 2019

46:57
The intro pilot episode of This-Connected with Catholic.dad hanging out with some of the young men of St Marys youth ministry who just happen to be …
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