The Magdala Podcast

In this episode, Rachael and Annie tackle the big question: Why *exactly* is masturbation wrong? In a society that praises masturbation as a form of health care, Rachael and Annie go through both the Catholic Church's teachings on masturbation and sexual compulsions and the psychological effects it can have on our ability to love. This episode pulls no punches; please use discretion when listening. Welcome to a place of honesty, hope, and healing for women struggling with sexual addiction. We're so glad you're here. ⎯⎯⎯ The Magdala Podcast is sponsored by The Catholic Theology Show: https://youtube.com/@TheCatholicTheologyShow?si=BbO0jqohKzqn-FWj ⎯⎯⎯ Magdala Ministries is a 501(c) non-profit organization. Learn more: https://www.magdalaministries.org/ Join a virtual small group: https://www.magdalaministries.org/joinagroup Become a Donor: https://donorbox.org/support-magdala?amount=25&default_interval=m Merch: https://www.magdalaministries.org/store ⎯⎯⎯ Listen On: Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-magdala-podcast/id1561840524 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0NmUba9omWQ6xcw5Jm7llt?si=7e65ed6d87f5435c ⎯⎯⎯ Show Sponsors: Get Rachael's Book, "Love in Recovery": https://www.amazon.com/Love-Recovery-Breaking-Pornography-Addiction-ebook/dp/B0BWT1KXNH/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2OWBV4SWGLCAS&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.EbaTu0-om8AvcnPVnnM-2A._61VGLixTdbnAh3TOb-ZHK1XBZ1ODxw-un2qhuc0j0k&dib_tag=se&keywords=love+in+recovery+killackey&qid=1732723696&sprefix=love+in+recover%2Caps%2C169&sr=8-1 Covenant Eyes: http://covenanteyes.sjv.io/DV3GAa CODE: MAGDALA Get the Light Phone and live a more peaceful life: https://www.thelightphone.com/shop

In this episode, Rachael shares some of her research into sexual compulsions, including the difference between obsession and suppression. She outlines what each relationship looks like, and offers advice on abandoning these behaviors and re-ordering ourselves back to a virtuous view of our bodies. This is a great episode to listen to following Rachael's "Purity Culture" episode: Season 5, Episode 1. Welcome to a place of honesty, hope, and healing for women struggling with sexual addiction. We're so glad you're here. ⎯⎯⎯ Sister Mary Caterina Vola is a sister of St. Francis of the Martyr St. George (FSGM) based in St. Louis, Missouri. She works within her community on staff development and formation, and ministers to religious and lay women struggling with sexual addiction. Sister Caterina was instrumental in the creation of Magdala's Consecrated Life Supplement, which pairs with the Magdala small group curriculum and specifically serves women discerning or in religious life. ⎯⎯⎯ The Magdala Podcast is sponsored by The Catholic Theology Show: https://youtube.com/@TheCatholicTheologyShow?si=BbO0jqohKzqn-FWj ⎯⎯⎯ Magdala Ministries is a 501(c) non-profit organization. Learn more: https://www.magdalaministries.org/ Join a virtual small group: https://www.magdalaministries.org/joinagroup Become a Donor: https://donorbox.org/support-magdala?amount=25&default_interval=m Merch: https://www.magdalaministries.org/store ⎯⎯⎯ Listen On: Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-magdala-podcast/id1561840524 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0NmUba9omWQ6xcw5Jm7llt?si=7e65ed6d87f5435c ⎯⎯⎯ Show Sponsors: Get Rachael's Book, "Love in Recovery": https://www.amazon.com/Love-Recovery-Breaking-Pornography-Addiction-ebook/dp/B0BWT1KXNH/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2OWBV4SWGLCAS&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.EbaTu0-om8AvcnPVnnM-2A._61VGLixTdbnAh3TOb-ZHK1XBZ1ODxw-un2qhuc0j0k&dib_tag=se&keywords=love+in+recovery+killackey&qid=1732723696&sprefix=love+in+recover%2Caps%2C169&sr=8-1 Covenant Eyes: http://covenanteyes.sjv.io/DV3GAa CODE: MAGDALA Get the Light Phone and live a more peaceful life: https://www.thelightphone.com/shop

In this episode, Rachael and Annie speak with Sister Mary Caterina Vola about the process, difficulties, and great beauty of discerning religious life in and after sexual addiction. The ladies share their own stories of discernment, and offer advice on discerning with an open heart and fighting the lie that you're not worthy of being a Bride of Christ. Welcome to a place of honesty, hope, and healing for women struggling with sexual addiction. We're so glad you're here. ⎯⎯⎯ Sister Mary Caterina Vola is a sister of St. Francis of the Martyr St. George (FSGM) based in St. Louis, Missouri. She works within her community on staff development and formation, and ministers to religious and lay women struggling with sexual addiction. Sister Caterina was instrumental in the creation of Magdala's Consecrated Life Supplement, which pairs with the Magdala small group curriculum and specifically serves women discerning or in religious life. ⎯⎯⎯ The Magdala Podcast is sponsored by The Catholic Theology Show: https://youtube.com/@TheCatholicTheologyShow?si=BbO0jqohKzqn-FWj ⎯⎯⎯ Magdala Ministries is a 501(c) non-profit organization. Learn more: https://www.magdalaministries.org/ Join a virtual small group: https://www.magdalaministries.org/joinagroup Become a Donor: https://donorbox.org/support-magdala?amount=25&default_interval=m Merch: https://www.magdalaministries.org/store ⎯⎯⎯ Listen On: Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-magdala-podcast/id1561840524 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0NmUba9omWQ6xcw5Jm7llt?si=7e65ed6d87f5435c ⎯⎯⎯ Show Sponsors: Get Rachael's Book, "Love in Recovery": https://www.amazon.com/Love-Recovery-Breaking-Pornography-Addiction-ebook/dp/B0BWT1KXNH/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2OWBV4SWGLCAS&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.EbaTu0-om8AvcnPVnnM-2A._61VGLixTdbnAh3TOb-ZHK1XBZ1ODxw-un2qhuc0j0k&dib_tag=se&keywords=love+in+recovery+killackey&qid=1732723696&sprefix=love+in+recover%2Caps%2C169&sr=8-1 Covenant Eyes: http://covenanteyes.sjv.io/DV3GAa CODE: MAGDALA Get the Light Phone and live a more peaceful life: https://www.thelightphone.com/shop

In this episode, Rachael and Annie talk about how we can form our consciences to place healthy boundaries on our relationships, especially romantic relationships. They also discuss how far is too far when it comes to emotional and physical chastity, and how we can best love the people God has placed in our lives. Welcome to a place of honesty, hope, and healing for women struggling with sexual addiction. We're so glad you're here. ⎯⎯⎯ The Magdala Podcast is sponsored by The Catholic Theology Show: https://youtube.com/@TheCatholicTheologyShow?si=BbO0jqohKzqn-FWj ⎯⎯⎯ Magdala Ministries is a 501(c) non-profit organization. Learn more: https://www.magdalaministries.org/ Join a virtual small group: https://www.magdalaministries.org/joinagroup Become a Donor: https://donorbox.org/support-magdala?amount=25&default_interval=m Merch: https://www.magdalaministries.org/store ⎯⎯⎯ Listen On: Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-magdala-podcast/id1561840524 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0NmUba9omWQ6xcw5Jm7llt?si=7e65ed6d87f5435c ⎯⎯⎯ Show Sponsors: Get Rachael's Book, "Love in Recovery": https://www.amazon.com/Love-Recovery-Breaking-Pornography-Addiction-ebook/dp/B0BWT1KXNH/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2OWBV4SWGLCAS&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.EbaTu0-om8AvcnPVnnM-2A._61VGLixTdbnAh3TOb-ZHK1XBZ1ODxw-un2qhuc0j0k&dib_tag=se&keywords=love+in+recovery+killackey&qid=1732723696&sprefix=love+in+recover%2Caps%2C169&sr=8-1 Covenant Eyes: http://covenanteyes.sjv.io/DV3GAa CODE: MAGDALA Get the Light Phone and live a more peaceful life: https://www.thelightphone.com/shop

In this episode, Annie is joined by Paige, one of our small group moderators, to discuss everything you need to know about joining a small group. The ladies share their own journeys toward healing, and answer practical questions such as "what is group like", "is the cost worth it", "what if I'm afraid to talk about it", and more. Welcome to a place of honesty, hope, and healing for women struggling with sexual addiction. We're so glad you're here. ⎯⎯⎯ Paige Bell is a native of Hanover, PA, and holds a master's degree in speech therapy. Currently working as a full-time speech therapist for kids ages K-8, Paige has led five small groups (preparing for her sixth) during her years of volunteering as both a moderator and Magdala's alumnae group coordinator. You can learn more about Paige by watching her testimony here: https://youtu.be/esAhkdj_bgs?si=IVFTA8D0R83JTAGw ⎯⎯⎯ The Magdala Podcast is sponsored by The Catholic Theology Show: https://youtube.com/@TheCatholicTheologyShow?si=BbO0jqohKzqn-FWj ⎯⎯⎯ Magdala Ministries is a 501(c) non-profit organization. Learn more: https://www.magdalaministries.org/ Join a virtual small group: https://www.magdalaministries.org/joinagroup Become a Donor: https://donorbox.org/support-magdala?amount=25&default_interval=m Merch: https://www.magdalaministries.org/store ⎯⎯⎯ Listen On: Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-magdala-podcast/id1561840524 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0NmUba9omWQ6xcw5Jm7llt?si=7e65ed6d87f5435c ⎯⎯⎯ Show Sponsors: Get Rachael's Book, "Love in Recovery": https://www.amazon.com/Love-Recovery-Breaking-Pornography-Addiction-ebook/dp/B0BWT1KXNH/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2OWBV4SWGLCAS&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.EbaTu0-om8AvcnPVnnM-2A._61VGLixTdbnAh3TOb-ZHK1XBZ1ODxw-un2qhuc0j0k&dib_tag=se&keywords=love+in+recovery+killackey&qid=1732723696&sprefix=love+in+recover%2Caps%2C169&sr=8-1 Covenant Eyes: http://covenanteyes.sjv.io/DV3GAa CODE: MAGDALA Get the Light Phone and live a more peaceful life: https://www.thelightphone.com/shop

In this episode, Rachael and Shelby have a candid conversation about dating in recovery, and when to tell your significant other about your story. They also discuss how healing is a lifelong journey, and how to strive for healing in different seasons of your life. Welcome to a place of honesty, hope, and healing for women struggling with sexual addiction. We're so glad you're here. ⎯⎯⎯ The Magdala Podcast is sponsored by The Catholic Theology Show: https://www.youtube.com/@UCu22_F8dS3d-jb5eEdTh7hw ⎯⎯⎯ Magdala Ministries is a 501(c) non-profit organization. Learn more: https://www.magdalaministries.org/ Join a virtual small group: https://www.magdalaministries.org/joinagroup Become a Donor: https://www.magdalaministries.org/support Merch: https://www.magdalaministries.org/store ⎯⎯⎯ Listen On: Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-magdala-podcast/id1561840524 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0NmUba9omWQ6xcw5Jm7llt?si=7e65ed6d87f5435c ⎯⎯⎯ Show Sponsors: Get Rachael's Book, "Love in Recovery": https://www.amazon.com/Love-Recovery-Breaking-Pornography-Addiction-ebook/dp/B0BWT1KXNH/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2OWBV4SWGLCAS&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.EbaTu0-om8AvcnPVnnM-2A._61VGLixTdbnAh3TOb-ZHK1XBZ1ODxw-un2qhuc0j0k&dib_tag=se&keywords=love+in+recovery+killackey&qid=1732723696&sprefix=love+in+recover%2Caps%2C169&sr=8-1 Covenant Eyes: http://covenanteyes.sjv.io/DV3GAa CODE: MAGDALA Get the Light Phone and live a more peaceful life: https://www.thelightphone.com/shop

In this episode, Rachael kicks off season 5 with a solo episode on purity culture. She shares her research on the roots of purity culture, its popular voices, survey results from women in our community, and addresses three core lies offered by purity culture: (1) sexuality is the locus of either the gravest sin and the greatest joy, (2) men are inherently more lustful, and (3) marriage will solve all your sexual problems. Welcome to a place of honesty, hope, and healing for women struggling with sexual addiction. We're so glad you're here. ⎯⎯⎯ The Magdala Podcast is sponsored by The Catholic Theology Show: https://www.youtube.com/@UCu22_F8dS3d-jb5eEdTh7hw ⎯⎯⎯ Magdala Ministries is a 501(c) non-profit organization. Learn more: https://www.magdalaministries.org/ Join a virtual small group: https://www.magdalaministries.org/joinagroup Become a Donor: https://www.magdalaministries.org/support Merch: https://www.magdalaministries.org/store ⎯⎯⎯ Listen On: Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-magdala-podcast/id1561840524 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0NmUba9omWQ6xcw5Jm7llt?si=7e65ed6d87f5435c ⎯⎯⎯ Show Sponsors: Get Rachael's Book, "Love in Recovery": https://www.amazon.com/Love-Recovery-Breaking-Pornography-Addiction-ebook/dp/B0BWT1KXNH/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2OWBV4SWGLCAS&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.EbaTu0-om8AvcnPVnnM-2A._61VGLixTdbnAh3TOb-ZHK1XBZ1ODxw-un2qhuc0j0k&dib_tag=se&keywords=love+in+recovery+killackey&qid=1732723696&sprefix=love+in+recover%2Caps%2C169&sr=8-1 Covenant Eyes: http://covenanteyes.sjv.io/DV3GAa CODE: MAGDALA Get the Light Phone and live a more peaceful life: https://www.thelightphone.com/shop

Dr. Julia Sadusky, mental health therapist and author, discusses the impact of inadequate sex ed, ties to compulsive behavior, and promoting healthy discussions with children and teens. Emphasizing the importance of integrating theology and psychology in understanding human sexuality and supporting healthy sexual development in children.

In this episode, Rachael is joined by Dr. Abigail Favale from the McGrath Institute for Church Life at the University of Notre Dame. They discuss feminism and its effects on women's sexuality, what aspects are beneficial and which need to be left behind, and how to find healing and solace in the teachings of the Catholic Church. Welcome to a place of honesty, hope, and healing for women struggling with sexual addiction. We're so glad you're here. ⎯⎯⎯ Today's Sponsor, "The Catholic Theology Show": https://www.youtube.com/@TheCatholicTheologyShow ⎯⎯⎯ Magdala Ministries is a 501(c) non-profit organization. Learn more: https://www.magdalaministries.org/ Join a virtual small group: https://www.magdalaministries.org/joinagroup Become a Donor: https://www.magdalaministries.org/support Merch: https://www.magdalaministries.org/store ⎯⎯⎯ Listen On: Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-magdala-podcast/id1561840524 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0NmUba9omWQ6xcw5Jm7llt?si=f25e92b0ae1f4c41 ⎯⎯⎯ Show Sponsors: Get Rachael's Book, "Love in Recovery": https://www.amazon.com/Love-Recovery-Breaking-Pornography-Addiction-ebook/dp/B0BWT1KXNH/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2OWBV4SWGLCAS&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.EbaTu0-om8AvcnPVnnM-2A._61VGLixTdbnAh3TOb-ZHK1XBZ1ODxw-un2qhuc0j0k&dib_tag=se&keywords=love+in+recovery+killackey&qid=1732723696&sprefix=love+in+recover%2Caps%2C169&sr=8-1 Covenant Eyes: http://covenanteyes.sjv.io/DV3GAa CODE: MAGDALA Get the Light Phone and live a more peaceful life: https://www.thelightphone.com/shop

In this episode, Rachael is joined by Andrew Laubacher, executive director of Humanality: an organization dedicated to freeing young people from phone, screen, and social media addiction and helping them live intentionally in the technological age. They discuss the dangers of phone and screen addiction, how deeply it interplays with addiction to pornography, and how freedom is possible. Welcome to a place of honesty, hope, and healing for women struggling with sexual addiction. We're so glad you're here. ⎯⎯⎯ Learn more about Humanality: https://www.humanality.org/ Today's Sponsor, "The Catholic Theology Show": https://www.youtube.com/@TheCatholicTheologyShow ⎯⎯⎯ Magdala Ministries is a 501(c) non-profit organization. Learn more: https://www.magdalaministries.org/ Join a virtual small group: https://www.magdalaministries.org/joinagroup Become a Donor: https://www.magdalaministries.org/support Merch: https://www.magdalaministries.org/store ⎯⎯⎯ Listen On: Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-magdala-podcast/id1561840524 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0NmUba9omWQ6xcw5Jm7llt?si=f25e92b0ae1f4c41 ⎯⎯⎯ Show Sponsors: Get Rachael's Book, "Love in Recovery": https://www.amazon.com/Love-Recovery-Breaking-Pornography-Addiction-ebook/dp/B0BWT1KXNH/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2OWBV4SWGLCAS&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.EbaTu0-om8AvcnPVnnM-2A._61VGLixTdbnAh3TOb-ZHK1XBZ1ODxw-un2qhuc0j0k&dib_tag=se&keywords=love+in+recovery+killackey&qid=1732723696&sprefix=love+in+recover%2Caps%2C169&sr=8-1 Covenant Eyes: http://covenanteyes.sjv.io/DV3GAa CODE: MAGDALA Get the Light Phone and live a more peaceful life: https://www.thelightphone.com/shop