Episode Archive
82 episodes of Discerning Marriage since the first episode, which aired on August 9th, 2020.
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Why Marriage Prep Is Shorter Than Driver's Ed.
November 28th, 2023 | Season 4 | 7 mins 13 secs
catholic, catholic dating, catholic formation, catholic podcast, catholic women, dating advice, discerning marriage, discernment, family, marriage, marriage and family, vocation, vocational discernment
Elizabeth delves into the topic of marriage preparation. Why is it that marriage prep radically shorter than driver's ed? Elizabeth passionately shares her insights and introduces an innovative solution to this challenge. Don't miss out on this thought-provoking discussion that could transform your approach to discerning marriage.
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Breaking Up And Getting Back Together.
November 20th, 2023 | Season 4 | 9 mins 51 secs
catholic, catholic dating, catholic formation, catholic podcast, catholic women, dating advice, discerning marriage, discernment, family, marriage, marriage and family, vocation, vocational discernment
Elizabeth delves into the challenging topic of breaking up and getting back together. Discover valuable insights on rebuilding trust, navigating post-breakup changes, and approaching the renewed relationship with fresh eyes.
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Episode 44: Struggling with Chastity in Dating?
November 13th, 2023 | Season 4 | 8 mins 10 secs
catholic, catholic dating, catholic formation, catholic podcast, catholic women, dating advice, discerning marriage, discernment, family, marriage, marriage and family, vocation, vocational discernment
On The Discerning Marriage Podcast, we accompany you on the journey to discover if marriage is God’s will for you, and if you already know that you’re called to marriage, we want to help you bring glory to God in your vocation.
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Episode 43: Catholic Marrying a Non Catholic? Here's What You Need To Know.
November 4th, 2023 | Season 4 | 15 mins 31 secs
catholic, catholic dating, catholic formation, catholic podcast, catholic women, dating advice, discerning marriage, discernment, family, marriage, marriage and family, vocation, vocational discernment
Elizabeth discusses the challenges and considerations when Catholics marry non-Catholics.
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Episode 42: The Do's and Don'ts of Breaking Up (with Kateri Bean from Catholic Match)
March 16th, 2023 | Season 4 | 33 mins 36 secs
catholic, catholic dating, catholic formation, catholic podcast, catholic women, dating advice, discerning marriage, discernment, family, marriage, marriage and family, vocation, vocational discernment
Whether you've realized you need to break up with the person you're with, you're beloved just broke up with you, or you're happily dating and want some advice should you discern the relationship needs to end, this episode with Kateri Bean from Catholic Match will be super helpful.
On The Discerning Marriage Podcast, we accompany you on the journey to discover if marriage is God’s will for you, and if you already know that you’re called to marriage, we want to help you bring glory to God in your vocation.
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Episode 41: Answering Your Questions about Dating (with Dr. Mario Sacasa)
March 9th, 2023 | Season 4 | 36 mins 25 secs
catholic, catholic dating, catholic formation, catholic podcast, catholic women, dating advice, discerning marriage, discernment, family, marriage, marriage and family, vocation, vocational discernment
What do you do if you can't get past the second date? Any tips for dating in your 40s? What are the stages of dating? Dr. Mario Sacasa and Elizabeth Busby answer your questions.
On The Discerning Marriage Podcast, we accompany you on the journey to discover if marriage is God’s will for you, and if you already know that you’re called to marriage, we want to help you bring glory to God in your vocation.
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Episode 40: Pro Advice for Dating Long Distance (with Will and Rebekah Hickl)
March 2nd, 2023 | Season 4 | 41 mins 57 secs
catholic, catholic dating, catholic formation, catholic podcast, catholic women, dating advice, discerning marriage, discernment, family, marriage, marriage and family, vocation, vocational discernment
On The Discerning Marriage Podcast, we accompany you on the journey to discover if marriage is God’s will for you, and if you already know that you’re called to marriage, we want to help you bring glory to God in your vocation.
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Episode 39: How to Have HARD Conversations (with Damon Owens)
February 23rd, 2023 | Season 4 | 39 mins 22 secs
catholic, catholic dating, catholic formation, catholic podcast, catholic women, dating advice, discerning marriage, discernment, family, marriage, marriage and family, vocation, vocational discernment
Elizabeth Busby chats with Damon Owens about navigating conflict, habits of healthy communication, and how to have difficult conversations with your significant other.
On The Discerning Marriage Podcast, we accompany you on the journey to discover if marriage is God’s will for you, and if you already know that you’re called to marriage, we want to help you bring glory to God in your vocation.
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Episode 38: Discerning Your Vocation is HARD (Sometimes)
February 16th, 2023 | Season 4 | 16 mins 52 secs
catholic, catholic dating, catholic formation, catholic podcast, catholic women, dating advice, discerning marriage, discernment, family, marriage, marriage and family, vocation, vocational discernment
People often look back on being young and going out on dates with nostalgic fondness, but the reality is the process of discerning your vocation can be really difficult and painful! The good news is, this is an opportunity for you to grow in holiness.
On The Discerning Marriage Podcast, we accompany you on the journey to discover if marriage is God’s will for you, and if you already know that you’re called to marriage, we want to help you bring glory to God in your vocation.
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Episode 37: Marrying My High School Sweetheart (Discernment Story with Katie Schmitt)
February 9th, 2023 | Season 4 | 33 mins 10 secs
Elizabeth Busby chats with Katie Schmitt about how she discerned marriage her high school sweetheart, Daniel.
On The Discerning Marriage Podcast, we accompany you on the journey to discover if marriage is God’s will for you, and if you already know that you’re called to marriage, we want to help you bring glory to God in your vocation.
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Episode 36: The Research-Based Keys to a Happy Marriage (with Regina Boyd)
February 2nd, 2023 | Season 4 | 34 mins 16 secs
Elizabeth Busby chats with Catholic marriage therapist, Regina Boyd, to discuss the research proven keys to a successful, happy marriage.
On The Discerning Marriage Podcast, we accompany you on the journey to discover if marriage is God’s will for you, and if you already know that you’re called to marriage, we want to help you bring glory to God in your vocation.
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Episode 35: Valentine's Day!!! with Liv Harrison
February 14th, 2022 | Season 3 | 29 mins 13 secs
Valentine's Day can be such a difficult day when you're single, and I want you to know that you're seen and known and loved in that space. So I've invited Liv Harrison back onto the podcast to talk with yall about the longing that you may feel today and what to do with it. We also tell some lovely Vday stories shared by my Instagram followers that will fill you with hope and laughter today. Stay close to Jesus today, sweet friends. He has you!!
On The Discerning Marriage Podcast, we accompany you on the journey to discover if marriage is God’s will for you, and if you already know that you’re called to marriage, we want to help you bring glory to God in your vocation.