The Freedom to Love Podcast

S2 E20 Using Discomfort to Build Character in Our Kids with Nick and Theresa Redd

How do we help our kids handle big emotions, embrace discomfort, and grow in virtue—while doing the same as parents?  In this episode, I chat with Nick and Theresa Redd, Catholic coaches and parents of three young children, about how emotional regulation and character formation begin at home. Nick shares insights from The Freedom Group on helping men find freedom from pornography and emotional addiction.  At the same time, Theresa brings a practical, grace-filled approach to forming little hearts—through boredom, frustration, and everyday family life.  Together, they explore what it looks like to model calm, connection, and character in the chaos of parenting. You can expect to:  * Learn how to help your kids face discomfort without fear * Discover simple, faith-filled ways to teach emotional regulation * Hear how parents can model freedom, integrity, and virtue in daily life Connect with Nick and Theresa:  * Nick at The Freedom Group: https://www.thefreedomgroup.co/ [https://www.thefreedomgroup.co/] * Theresa at theresamarie92@gmail.com [theresamarie92@gmail.com] ➡️ Be sure to check out the free Save Our Sons course at freedomtolove.org [https://freedomtolove.org/]! Connect with us and our podcast on: Our website: http://www.freedomtolove.org/ [http://www.freedomtolove.org/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freedomtoloveministry [https://www.facebook.com/freedomtoloveministry] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freedomtoloveministry [https://www.instagram.com/freedomtoloveministry] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FreedomtoLoveMinistry [https://www.youtube.com/@FreedomtoLoveMinistry]

S2 E19 Transforming Faith for Kids with Andrea Zachman

How do we help our kids fall in love with their Catholic faith? In this episode, Jeremy interviews Andrea Zachman—wife, mother of four, faith formation leader, and author of The Sacred That Surrounds Us [https://ascensionpress.com/products/the-sacred-that-surrounds-us-how-everything-in-a-catholic-church-points-to-heaven]—about creative, hands-on ways to help children encounter God through Catechesis of the Good Shepherd [https://www.cgsusa.org/]. Andrea shares her journey from law enforcement to parish ministry, how this Montessori-based program helps kids pray with their hands and hearts, and the powerful spiritual insights she’s witnessed from children in the atrium. Together, they explore how parents can nurture a living faith at home—by slowing down, asking good questions, and teaching kids to truly know and love God. You will:  * Discover a proven, hands-on way to teach children the Catholic faith * Learn how to help your kids fall in love with God—not just know about Him * Hear inspiring stories of children encountering Jesus in profound ways Connect with Andrea:  * Get her book The Sacred That Surrounds Us [https://ascensionpress.com/products/the-sacred-that-surrounds-us-how-everything-in-a-catholic-church-points-to-heaven] on Ascension Press * Learn more about Catechesis of the Good Shepherd https://www.cgsusa.org/ [https://www.cgsusa.org/] * CGS at St. Michael Catholic Church, St Michael, MN [https://www.stmcatholicchurch.org/cgs] * The Wonderings of Sheep in the Atrium [https://wosatrium.weebly.com/] ➡️ Be sure to check out the free Save Our Sons course at freedomtolove.org [https://freedomtolove.org/]! Connect with us and our podcast on: Our website: http://www.freedomtolove.org/ [http://www.freedomtolove.org/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freedomtoloveministry [https://www.facebook.com/freedomtoloveministry] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freedomtoloveministry [https://www.instagram.com/freedomtoloveministry] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FreedomtoLoveMinistry [https://www.youtube.com/@FreedomtoLoveMinistry]

S2 E18 Sex, Fire, and Other Metaphors to Explain Chastity

It’s one thing to tell our kids what not to do. But how do we inspire them to want to live out God’s design for love and sexuality? In this episode, Jeremy shares vivid analogies and stories—comparing sex to fire, boundaries to fences, and virtue to enjoying dessert in moderation—to help parents communicate the truth about chastity in ways that connect with their children’s hearts. Jeremy helps parents see that chastity isn’t about repression—it’s about freedom: the freedom to love authentically, to use our desires well, and to find joy in God’s design for love. You’ll discover: * How to talk about chastity as something good, not just “off-limits” * Why setting boundaries actually creates more freedom and joy * How metaphors like fire and food can help kids grasp sexual integrity * The role of reconciliation and mercy when mistakes happen * How to help your kids view sex as sacred, not shameful Whether your children are entering adolescence or already facing cultural pressures, this episode will equip you to lead them with clarity, hope, and confidence. ➡️ Be sure to check out the free Save Our Sons course at freedomtolove.org [https://freedomtolove.org/]! Connect with us and our podcast on: Our website: http://www.freedomtolove.org/ [http://www.freedomtolove.org/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freedomtoloveministry [https://www.facebook.com/freedomtoloveministry] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freedomtoloveministry [https://www.instagram.com/freedomtoloveministry] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FreedomtoLoveMinistry [https://www.youtube.com/@FreedomtoLoveMinistry]

S2 E17 How One Father Led His Sons with Jim Thorp

What happens when a father confronts his own struggles with pornography while trying to guide his sons toward purity and freedom? In this episode, we dive deep into one dad’s journey from secrecy and shame to openness, faith, and honest conversations that transform his family. Jeremy talks with his longtime friend Jim Thorp, a husband, father of five, and faithful Catholic, about one of the most challenging yet critical topics parents face today: how to talk to your kids about pornography, sexuality, and faith. Jim shares his personal story of wrestling with pornography for over a decade—and howbreaking free allowed him to become the father his sons needed. With honesty and practical wisdom, Jim explains how he approached difficult conversations, taught his sons to resist temptation, and created an environment of trust, faith, and accountability. You’ll learn: * Why early, honest conversations matter more than you think * How to create a shame-free space for your kids to open up about struggles * The role of faith, confession, and accountability in breaking free from pornography * Practical tips for using technology wisely without relying on it as the only solution * How fathers can lead with courage, even if they’re still working through their own battles Whether you’re a dad looking for guidance or someone walking alongside young men in faith, this episode offers hope, practical tools, and encouragement for the journey toward freedom. ➡️ Be sure to check out the free Save Our Sons course at freedomtolove.org [https://freedomtolove.org/]! You can also check out Jim's blog, Archangel Stomp, at https://archangelstomp.com/ [https://archangelstomp.com/] Connect with us and our podcast on: Our website: http://www.freedomtolove.org/ [http://www.freedomtolove.org/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freedomtoloveministry [https://www.facebook.com/freedomtoloveministry] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freedomtoloveministry [https://www.instagram.com/freedomtoloveministry] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FreedomtoLoveMinistry [https://www.youtube.com/@FreedomtoLoveMinistry]

S2 E16 - 3 Keys to Accompany our Children to Freedom

Talking about sexuality with your children can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. What if you could help your children navigate the challenges of sexual temptation with confidence, faith, and freedom? In this episode of The Freedom to Love Podcast, Jeremy explores how parents can become trusted guides on their children’s journey to chastity and freedom from sexual sin. You’ll learn: * The three essential areas every parent should focus on: responding to temptations, managing urges, and cooperating with God’s grace * Practical ways to help your kids develop self-mastery and make healthy choices * How the virtue of chastity empowers young people to live in freedom and joy * The role of prayer, sacraments, and community in overcoming struggles with sexual sin Whether your child is entering adolescence or already facing challenges, this episode offers hope, clarity, and encouragement for parents who want to lead with love and faith. Be sure to check out the free Save Our Sons course at freedomtolove.org [https://freedomtolove.org/]! Connect with us and our podcast on: Our website: http://www.freedomtolove.org/ [http://www.freedomtolove.org/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/freedomtoloveministry [https://www.facebook.com/freedomtoloveministry] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freedomtoloveministry [https://www.instagram.com/freedomtoloveministry] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FreedomtoLoveMinistry [https://www.youtube.com/@FreedomtoLoveMinistry]