Live Courageously with John Duffy

About Live Courageously with John Duffy

Weekly podcast with John Duffy The "Live Courageously" Podcast Show is a show for our time where fear and courage are battling it out in our lives. The Podcast show brings on a wide range of guests who have lived courageous lives in the face of many types of adversity. Most of the initial guests are friends of mine and the purpose of the show is to share the stories of these powerful friends of his with the audience to encourage the audience to reject the messages of fear and embrace courage, especially in our troubled times. Faith Over Fear

Publisher

John Duffy

Category

education · tv & film

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

2 Aug 2023

Latest episode

6 Oct 2025

Latest episodes

145 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   6 Oct 2025

   LC #96 SISTER IRENE O'NEILL & KELLY MALLON YOUNG | A positive difference in the world is contagious

   On July 9th, John’s guest will be Sister Irene O’Neill, Founder and President, and Kelly Mallon Young, COO of Sisters Rising Worldwide. Sister Irene O'Neill is a compassionate visionary and leader who brings a captivating story to any podcast. Raised in a large Roseville family, she cultivated a profound sense of inclusivity and care for others from a young age. Her journey led her to join a group of Sisters who prioritize listening to others' needs before taking action. Recognizing the potential of connecting the 650,000 Sisters worldwide and providing them with resources, she co-founded Sisters Rising Worldwide (SRW) and pioneered the Peace Room—a transformative platform facilitating the exchange of best practices and Sisterly connections. Through SRW, Sister Irene and her team have funded 139 Sister-led programs spanning 49 countries, positively impacting more than 200,000 lives. Notable achievements include enabling safe transportation for women in India, supporting survivors of human trafficking in Philadelphia, and establishing a vital nursing and midwifery training institute in South Sudan. Sister Irene's remarkable journey embodies a message of hope and change for the world for audiences seeking stories of transformative impact. Kelly Young is a visionary leader and COO of Sisters Rising Worldwide, a non-profit organization committed to addressing the root causes of poverty around the world. With over 20 years of experience in sales and a deep passion for giving back, Kelly brings a unique blend of skills and expertise to her role. She leads the development and implementation of the organization’s technology platform, manages sales and marketing efforts, and oversees daily operations to ensure the success of SRW. Kelly earned a bachelor’s degree in Marketing with a minor in Statistics from the University of Dayton, as well as a master’s degree in Strategic Branding Communication from the University of Illinois. These academic achievements have equipped her with the knowledge and skills necessary to stay ahead of industry trends and drive meaningful impact for SRW. Kelly is a dedicated wife and mother who has recently relocated to Charlotte. Her passion for making a positive difference in the world is contagious, and her commitment to SRW is unwavering.

2. 

   6 Oct 2025

   LC #95 ANN-MARIE MURRELL | Caring for my parents was the greatest honor, and the greatest challenge, of my life

   On July 1st, John’s guest was Ann-Marie Murrell, Author, Journalist, Former Political Commentator. Ann-Marie invites readers into the most personal chapter of her life in her new book, "Walking Each Other Home: A Caregiver’s Journey of Grace," available on July 1, 2025, on Amazon. Drawing from her firsthand experiences caring for both of her parents through Alzheimer’s disease, and now facing her own 'Early Onset' Alzheimer’s diagnosis, Murrell offers a deeply honest and faith-centered exploration of caregiving. "Walking Each Other Home” combines practical advice, spiritual encouragement, and moving personal reflections, anchored in God’s timeless 5th Commandment: Honor your father and your mother. Caring for my parents was the greatest honor, and the greatest challenge, of my life. I wrote "Walking Each Other Home" not only to help others, but also as a guide for my own children someday, ” says Ann-Marie Murrell. Endorsed by leading voices like Kevin Sorbo, Nancy Stafford, John Quinn (Editor of The Chosen), and others, with a forward by Vincent Curatola (Sopranos). "Walking Each Other Home" fills a vital gap for families overwhelmed by caregiving, grief, and life transitions.

3. 

   6 Oct 2025

   LC #94 BEN RAMSEY | Sleek, kinetic storytelling with emotional depth

   On June 8th, John’s guest was Ben Ramsey Writer / Director / AI Filmmaking Pioneer Ben is a veteran screenwriter, director, and producer with over three decades of experience in Hollywood. He made his mark scripting action hits like The Big Hit and Dragonball Evolution, and has worked as an A-list script doctor for nearly 20 years, adapting projects for major studios including Marvel, Paramount, and Sony. As a director, Ramsey is known for the cult classic Love and a Bullet and the underground favorite Blood and Bone, earning him a reputation for sleek, kinetic storytelling with emotional depth. Ramsey recently wrote, directed, and produced the award-winning sci-fi short film INTERFACE—a bold fusion of cyberpunk aesthetics and social commentary. He is currently a pioneering voice in the AI filmmaking movement, having just completed Episode 3 of The Gauntlet, a web series spinoff of INTERFACE. Blending traditional craft with cutting-edge generative tools, Ramsey is pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in independent science fiction storytelling.

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

36,216

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 40 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

26

Social presence

0

YouTube

76

Engagement

60