Real people. Real stories. Courage in everyday life.
Join Andrew Bothalage as he sits down with people from all walks of life to share honest conversations about courage, faith, resilience, and the moments that shape who we are.”

by Andrew Bothalage
Real people. Real stories. Courage in everyday life. Join Andrew Bothalage as he sits down with people from all walks of life to share honest conversations about courage, faith, resilience, and the moments that shape who we are.”
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July 3, 2026
<p>What does it take to dedicate your life to God?</p><p>In this episode, I sit down with <strong>Fr Tien Cao</strong>, a Catholic priest serving in Timaru, New Zealand, to explore the journey behind his vocation. Fr Tien shares how he wrestled with doubt, questioned whether priesthood was truly his calling, and ultimately found peace in saying yes.</p><p>Together we discuss faith, courage, purpose, discernment, and the challenges of living a life of service. Whether you're religious, spiritually curious, or simply searching for greater meaning in life, this conversation offers honest insights and timeless wisdom.</p><p>Thank you for listening to <strong>Talk With a Courageous Heart</strong>. If you enjoyed this episode, please follow the podcast and share it with someone who might be encouraged by Fr Tien's story.</p><p></p>

June 26, 2026
<p></p><p>What happens when people see your disability before they see your ability?</p><p>In this episode, Andrew sits down with New Zealand para-athlete Josh Chisholm for an honest conversation about growing up with dwarfism, overcoming self-doubt, finding purpose through sport, and learning to keep going during life's toughest moments.</p><p>Josh shares the challenges of being judged by appearances, the importance of knowing your "why", and why he believes the future is brighter than we often think.</p><p>This is a conversation about courage, resilience, identity, and refusing to let your circumstances define your future.</p><p>Topics discussed:<br>• Growing up with dwarfism<br>• Life as a para-athlete<br>• Mental resilience<br>• Finding your purpose<br>• Overcoming self-doubt<br>• The power of support and community<br>• Chasing big goals<br>• Hope and perseverance</p><p><strong>📲 Follow Us on Social Media</strong></p><p><strong>TikTok ➜</strong><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@talkwithacourageousheart"><strong> https://www.tiktok.com/@talkwithacourageousheart</strong></a><strong> Instagram ➜</strong><a href="https://www.instagram.com/talkwithacourageousheart"><strong> https://www.instagram.com/talkwithacourageousheart</strong></a><strong> Facebook ➜</strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/1BbtFzYp5k/?mibextid=wwXIfr"><strong> https://www.facebook.com/share/1BbtFzYp5k/?mibextid=wwXIfr</strong></a></p><p><br></p>

June 19, 2026
<p>What happens when the person you trust breaks your heart?</p><p>In this episode of Talk With a Courageous Heart, Anna Mae shares her deeply personal journey through heartbreak, betrayal, and healing. After being cheated on twice, many people would understandably give up on love. Instead, Anna Mae chose a different path.</p><p>With honesty and vulnerability, she reflects on the pain she experienced, the lessons she learned, and how her faith helped her find hope during some of the most difficult moments of her life.</p><p>This conversation explores trust, relationships, resilience, forgiveness, personal growth, and the courage it takes to remain open to love after being hurt.</p><p>Whether you have experienced heartbreak yourself or are walking alongside someone who has, Anna Mae's story is a powerful reminder that difficult experiences do not have to define our future.</p><p>In this episode, we discuss:</p><p>• Being cheated on and navigating heartbreak<br>• The emotional impact of betrayal<br>• Faith during difficult seasons of life<br>• Learning to trust again<br>• Personal growth through pain<br>• Finding hope after disappointment<br>• Why she still believes in love</p><p>Thank you for listening to Talk With a Courageous Heart.</p><p>If this conversation resonates with you, please follow the podcast and share it with someone who may need encouragement today.</p><p>Hosted by Andrew Bothalage</p><p>Talk With a Courageous Heart is a podcast sharing stories of courage, resilience, faith, and hope from everyday people and community leaders across New Zealand and beyond.</p><p></p>
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Real people. Real stories. Courage in everyday life.
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