Hormones & Mental Health in Women | Dr. Michael Azzi
About the Guest: Dr. Michael Azzi, founder of Napro Life Centre and trained in the US in naprotechnology, joins Debbie and Eddie for a deep conversation about women’s health, hormones, mental health and fertility. Michael opens up about the loss of his daughter Lily, the cultural weight of suffering in silence, and why your symptoms aren’t a […]
Hormones, Mental Health and Women’s Cycles: A Holistic Approach with Dr. Michael Azzi
Dr. Michael Azzi on hormones, mental health, fertility and faith. A holistic women’s health conversation about cycles, stigma and hope.
Silent Depression in Men: The Hidden Signs Hiding in Plain Sight
Psychologist Mounir Bechara and Monsignor Shora unpack silent depression in men, the hidden signs, and why word of mouth unlocks help.
Paramedic Mental Health: What 14 Years on the Frontline Teaches You About Breaking Down and Building Back Up
Zeb Miller has spent 14 years as a frontline paramedic and has seen what happens when emergency workers ignore the slow leak of trauma. In this episode, Zeb talks with Debbie and Eddie about how becoming a father rewired his approach to patient care, why box breathing only worked once he understood his own body’s stress response, and the moment he completely shut down on the job and finally had to ask for help. If you work in a high-pressure role or you’ve been sitting with something too long, this one is for you.
Surviving a Shooting: Andre Abouharb On The Power of the Mind (Spirituality)
Andre Abouharb was a young man enjoying a normal night out when a shooting changed everything. As founder and director of Catholic Apparel, Andre joins Debbie and Natalie to talk about faith, trauma and what healing really looks like. He shares how the Holy Spirit met him in crisis, how volunteering at Westmead became his therapy, and why forgiving someone you have never even identified set him free. In this episode, you will discover what it truly means to find purpose and mental health through faith.
Modern Parenting and Technology: Raising Connected Kids in a Digital World
Raising kids in the digital age is one thing. Raising preteens and teenagers in it is a whole different conversation. Chehade Richa gets honest about proactive parenting, how we respond when our kids mess up, and whether social media bans actually work. Eddie brings the perspective of a father and grandfather, while Monsignor grounds it all in the bigger picture of raising secure, well-adjusted adults. Practical, warm, and full of real talk for parents in the trenches.
Road to Emmaus: Faith, Belonging & Mental Health
Being single over 35 in a community built around families isn’t easy — and Rachel El Hage gets that. The founder of Road to Emmaus, a Maronite singles group, joins us to talk about what it really takes to build belonging when you don’t fit the mould. They dig into faith-based friendships, the modern dating landscape, and why vulnerability might be the most underrated tool for finding your people. If you’re navigating single life and craving genuine connection, this conversation is exactly where you need to be.
Redefining Success, Parenting, and Identity: What One Woman’s Story Can Teach Us All
Linda Habak — interior designer and podcast host — joins us for a raw, honest conversation about guilt, self-worth, and the cultural weight that follows success. Linda opens up about navigating postpartum anxiety, pivoting from fashion to a career in design, and what it really means to parent from faith rather than fear. If you’ve ever felt like your achievements came with a side of shame, this one’s for you.
Caregiving, Grief & the Faith That Holds Families Together
Subdeacon Stefan Gerges carried his sister Lauren every single day. Not out of obligation — out of love. But caring for someone through grief and family challenge is never a solo journey. On Finding Sanctuary, SDS shares how caregiving shaped him, how faith kept his family together, and why community support isn’t optional — it’s essential.
Creating Safe Spaces for Difficult Conversations in a Diverse World – Leonie Nahhas
Natalie Moujalli and Debbie Draybi talk with psychologist Leonie Nahhas about breaking mental health stigma in Lebanese Australian families. Leonie shares her Illume model—a fresh approach to getting young people talking openly about the stuff that matters. The conversation digs into family communication, managing those inner voices that hold us back, and building emotional intelligence across generations. Whether you’re navigating cultural expectations or trying to create healthier conversations at home, Leonie offers practical strategies for fostering understanding and well-being in your family and community.