A podcast designed to bring Catholic Counsel to the Community. Inviting listeners into therapeutic conversations to navigate the current landscape of family, faith, marriage, mental health, and growing cultural concerns. This podcast will benefit anyone who wants to increase in Truth, Freedom, and Love. Change the world, by changing yourself. Smuggle more hope into your life today.
Smuggling Hope
Claim This Podcastby Dan Lawson
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134 episodes
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Podcast Overview
A podcast designed to bring Catholic Counsel to the Community. Inviting listeners into therapeutic conversations to navigate the current landscape of family, faith, marriage, mental health, and growing cultural concerns. This podcast will benefit anyone who wants to increase in Truth, Freedom, and Love. Change the world, by changing yourself. Smuggle more hope into your life today.
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6/6/2023
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Recent Episodes
November 19, 2025
Defense Against Digital Indoctrination: Protecting Your Family from the New Online Cults
<p><strong>In this episode, Dan explores the psychological mechanisms behind modern cults, particularly focusing on the phenomenon of woke culture. He outlines the characteristics of cults, the recruitment strategies they employ, and the psychological profiles of individuals who are most vulnerable to such movements. He also discusses the traits that help individuals resist cult-like influences, emphasizing the importance of community, identity, and resilience.</p><p></strong><a href="https://tanbooks.com/products/books/humility-of-heart/"><strong>Get a Copy of "Humility of Heart" by Fr. Cajetan Here!</strong></a><strong></p><p>Messy Family Couples Getaway-Travel with Mike and Alicia Hernon to Austria or Bahamas! </strong><a href="https://catholiccouplesgetaway.com/collections?dt_id=2468832"><strong>Sign up here!</strong></a><strong></p><p></strong><a href="https://forms.aweber.com/form/28/289379628.htm"><strong>Start Healing Your Marriage and Family</strong></a><strong></p><p></strong><a href="https://lddy.no/1ljn6"><strong>Save 15% at TAN books use code HEARTSRENEWED15 at checkout click here to shop and save !</strong></a><strong></p><p>TOP FREE RESOURCES</p><p>WANT A BETTER SEX LIFE? </strong><a href="https://forms.aweber.com/form/25/71380525.htm"><strong>Get the Intimacy Guide</strong></a><strong></p><p>WANT PEACE AT HOME? </strong><a href="https://forms.aweber.com/form/19/955349019.htm"><strong>Transform Your Family Culture here! </strong></a><strong></p><p></strong><a href="https://forms.aweber.com/form/31/202341731.htm"><strong>Get Dan's Marriage Ebook-6 Maxims of a Remarkable Marriage Ebook</strong></a><strong></p><p></strong><a href="https://forms.aweber.com/form/25/437413425.htm"><strong>WHAT WORKS IN MARRIAGE Webinar:</strong></a><strong></p><p></strong><a href="https://forms.aweber.com/form/32/107630932.htm"><strong>Watch this before you call a divorce attorney</strong></a><strong></p>
November 5, 2025
When God Gives You More Than You Can Handle
<p>In this episode of Smuggling Hope, Dan explores the profound themes of spiritual warfare and suffering. He emphasizes that suffering is not merely something to endure but an invitation to deepen one's relationship with God. Through personal stories and theological insights, he discusses the transformative power of redemptive suffering, the importance of dependence on Christ, and the spiritual battles that arise in our lives. </p><p><a href="https://tanbooks.com/products/books/humility-of-heart/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Get a Copy of "Humility of Heart" by Fr. Cajetan Here!</a></p><p>Messy Family Couples Getaway-Travel with Mike and Alicia Hernon to Austria or Bahamas! <a href="https://catholiccouplesgetaway.com/collections?dt_id=2468832" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>Sign up here!</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><a href="https://forms.aweber.com/form/28/289379628.htm" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>Start Healing Your Marriage and Family</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><a href="https://lddy.no/1ljn6" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>Save 15% at TAN books use code HEARTSRENEWED15 at checkout click here to shop and save !</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p>TOP FREE RESOURCES</p><p>WANT A BETTER SEX LIFE? <a href="https://forms.aweber.com/form/25/71380525.htm" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>Get the Intimacy Guide</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p>WANT PEACE AT HOME? <a href="https://forms.aweber.com/form/19/955349019.htm" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>Transform Your Family Culture here! </strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><a href="https://forms.aweber.com/form/31/202341731.htm" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>Get Dan's Marriage Ebook-6 Maxims of a Remarkable Marriage Ebook</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><a href="https://forms.aweber.com/form/25/437413425.htm" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>WHAT WORKS IN MARRIAGE Webinar:</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><a href="https://forms.aweber.com/form/32/107630932.htm" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>Watch this before you call a divorce attorney</strong></a><strong></strong></p>
October 22, 2025
Surrendering the Anxious Mind: An Interview with Suzanne Bracci
<p><strong>In this episode of the Smuggling Hope podcast, host Dan speaks with Suzanne Bracci, a Christian life and mindset coach, about the importance of hope, faith, and empowerment in overcoming anxiety and fear. Suzanne shares her journey from traditional mental health practices to incorporating spiritual elements into her coaching, emphasizing the transformative power of scripture and prayer. The conversation explores the challenges women face in today's chaotic world, the significance of surrendering to God, and practical steps for fostering a positive mindset. </p><p>Suzanne's Resources Below:</p><p></strong><a href="https://suzannebracci.com/%E2%81%A0"><strong>Suzanne's Website</strong></a><strong> </p><p>Get Suzanne's resource and reset your anxious mind </strong><a href="https://go.suzannebracci.com/mindset-made-new"><strong>MINDSET MADE NEW </strong></a><strong></p><p>Buy Suzanne's Book Here: </strong><a href="https://a.co/d/7kDQCTg">HOPE for Struggling CATHOLICS: A Path to Spiritual & Personal Renewal. </a><strong></p><p></strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/suzannebracci.faith.hope.love/%E2%81%A0"><strong>INSTAGRAM</strong></a><strong></p><p></strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/SuzanneBracci.Faith.Hope.Love/"><strong>FACEBOOK</strong></a><strong></p><p></strong><a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/5eq0nsZ6PnGLM8V1GSAPBg?si=674c62a2ea5441dc"><strong>NEW PODCAST OUT NOW FOR MARRIED COUPLES-START LISTENING!</strong></a><strong></p><p>Messy Family Couples Getaway-Travel with Mike and Alicia Hernon to Austria or Bahamas! </strong><a href="https://catholiccouplesgetaway.com/collections?dt_id=2468832"><strong>Sign up here!</strong></a><strong></p><p></strong><a href="https://forms.aweber.com/form/28/289379628.htm"><strong>Start Healing Your Marriage and Family</strong></a><strong></p><p></strong><a href="https://lddy.no/1ljn6"><strong>Save 15% at TAN books use code HEARTSRENEWED15 at checkout click here to shop and save !</strong></a><strong></p><p>TOP FREE RESOURCES</p><p>WANT A BETTER SEX LIFE? </strong><a href="https://forms.aweber.com/form/25/71380525.htm"><strong>Get the Intimacy Guide</strong></a><strong></p><p>WANT PEACE AT HOME? </strong><a href="https://forms.aweber.com/form/19/955349019.htm"><strong>Transform Your Family Culture here! </strong></a><strong></p><p></strong><a href="https://forms.aweber.com/form/31/202341731.htm"><strong>Get Dan's Marriage Ebook-6 Maxims of a Remarkable Marriage Ebook</strong></a><strong></p><p></strong><a href="https://forms.aweber.com/form/25/437413425.htm"><strong>WHAT WORKS IN MARRIAGE Webinar:</strong></a><strong></p><p></strong><a href="https://forms.aweber.com/form/32/107630932.htm"><strong>Watch this before you call a divorce attorney</strong></a><strong></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction to Hope and Empowerment</p><p>06:04 The Journey from Mental Health to Faith-Based Coaching</p><p>08:00 Understanding the Roots of Fear and Anxiety</p><p>10:44 The Importance of Scripture in Overcoming Challenges</p><p>13:12 Women’s Concerns in a Chaotic World</p><p>15:54 Navigating the Pressure of Being All Things to All People</p><p>18:14 Finding Hope in Troubling Marriages</p><p>24:37 The Nature of Marriage and Surrender</p><p>28:40 Understanding Surrender vs. Giving Up</p><p>31:26 The Power of Words and Spiritual Influence</p><p>37:58 Finding Peace Through Scripture and Prayer</p><p>41:09 Practical Steps for a Positive Mindset</p>
134 total episodes available
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