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Bookish Flights: Books, Author Interviews & Must-Read RecommendationsBFF Book Club - The Funeral Ladies of Ellerie County with Claire Swinarski (E146)Send us a textThis episode marks the latest gathering of our BFF Book Club—a monthly celebration of reading, author conversations, and book-loving community. If you enjoy deep-dives into unforgettable stories and chatting with the minds behind them, you’re in the right place!This month, we’re discussing The Funeral Ladies of Ellerie County by Claire Swinarski, an Edgar Award-nominated author of multiple books for both kids and adults. Claire lives in small-town Wisconsin with her husband and three children, where she splits her time between writing and bread dough wrangling.
2025-05-0244 min
Middle Grade MattersEp. 70: Claire Swinarski (Take It From The Top) on Musical Theater, Friendship, and her Writing Process.On this episode of the Middle Grade Matters podcast, host Shannon Balloon welcomes back Claire Swinarski, an Edgar Award-nominated author, to discuss her latest middle grade book, Take It From The Top. The conversation delves into the themes of friendship, competition, and personal growth, as well as the complexities of writing from multiple perspectives and timelines. The episode also touches on Claire's journey as a writer, the editing process, and her upcoming projects. Claire emphasizes the significance of comfort and connection in literature for young readers, while also recommending several recent reads that have inspired her.For...
2024-11-1952 min
Steadfast: A Pro-Life Podcast2.19 Can You Be A Pro-Life Feminist? with Claire SwinarskiThis week on Steadfast, Sammie gets to talk to Claire Swinarski, also known as the Catholic Feminist. Claire hosted The Catholic Feminist Podcast for four years and is now sharing her thoughts through a substack/newsletter called "Coffee with Claire." She is also an author, and Sammie recommends her book "Girl, Arise!"
Claire's new book "The Funeral Ladies of Ellerie County" is coming out in March! Preorder here.
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2023-10-0947 minMiddle Grade MattersEp. 2: Claire Swinarski on Balancing Realism and Hope in Middle GradeIn this episode, I talk with author Claire Swinarski about her latest middle grade book, What Happened to Rachel Riley. We dive deep into topics addressed by the book including sexual harassment and standing up for what's right, and we talk about her writing career from how she got started, to finding an agent, to publishing her first book. Books and resources mentioned in this episode include:What Happened to Rachel Riley, by Claire SwinarskiStoryfix. https://storyfix.com/Read-Aloud-Revival podcastLetters from Camp podcast seriesFor bonus content and info on upcoming episodes, subscribe to...
2023-09-1850 min
Like A Mother with Katie McGradyReading, Writing, and Creativity with Claire SwinarskiClaire Swinarski is an author, writer, wife, and mom. An avid reader, Claire’s passed her love of books onto her children, and shares how “being bookish” is the source of her pursuits in motherhood, at home, and online. http://www.claireswinarski.com/ Follow Katie at: https://www.katieprejeanmcgrady.com/https://www.instagram.com/katiepmcgrady/https://www.facebook.com/katiepmcgradyhttps://likeamother.osvpodcasts.com/This episode is sponsored by: Holy ArtVisit www.holyart.com and use discount code OSV20 for 20% off an order today!An OSV Podcasts origina...
2023-08-0749 min
Mixed Up Files of Ammu and ZoeMixed- Up Files with Claire SwinarskiAre you like us and couldn't stop talking about the phenomenal book What Happened to Rachel Riley? Well, you are in luck, then, because we're here to talk with the author herself!Claire Swinarski is here to answer our questions about the book,tell us about her writing process, and reveal a book she's working on that neither of us can wait to read.
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2023-05-0232 min
Bright Wings: Children’s Books to Make the Heart SoarEpisode 24: Contemporary Middle Grade Fiction With Claire SwinarskiJoin the conversation with author Claire Swinarski as we discuss how it is possible to write realistic, contemporary middle grade fiction--with a mainstream publisher--and still have content that points readers to truth and goodness. Claire shares how important it is to tackle tough topics with middle schoolers in a hopeful, virtuous, and non-boring way. We discuss What Happens Next and The Kate In Between. We consider the advantages of parenting in a style to either protect or to equip our children with their reading. Here is a booklist of great contemporary middle grade fiction!Find...
2022-01-1358 min
Wide Open SpacesA Gracious But Gritty Feminism ft. Claire SwinarskiBirth control? Sexual pleasure? Politics? Join me as I speak with Claire Swinarski of The Catholic Feminist as we attempt to have a gracious, yet frank, conversation about these topics and several more (gender roles, Justin Trudeau, The Pope, kids) in the context of the Christian faith. To support our mission of healing division on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jennyconnelly?fan_landing=trueCheck out Claire’s work as an author: https://www.claireswinarski.com/aboutCheck out The Catholic Feminist and sub...
2021-11-251h 26
The SundayMonday Show41. The Catholic Feminist is Here!! with Claire SwinarskiMy dream podcast guest is here and I’m over the moon!!
Claire Swinarski is a woman of many talents – an author, a podcaster, a writer, a mother, a missionary – and her brainchild, The Catholic Feminist, is one of my very favorite podcasts (and now newsletters!) ever.
Since retiring the podcast late last year, Claire has been publishing some amazing newsletters on her sub-stack “Letters from a Catholic Feminist” (linked below), as well as publishing multiple middle grade books. Oh, and she also had her third baby.
2021-10-0537 min
The Stories Between Us105 Claire Swinarski on Writing, Being a Mom, and Tunnel VisionToday with talk with the absolutely delightful Claire Swinarski, author of What Happens Next and The Kate In Between. We discuss writing as a stay-at-home mom (Netflix might help), ignoring the negative voices (crying to mom might help), and staying focused on the task at hand. Claire's love for writing and storytelling really shine through.
2021-05-2425 min
Get Hooked On The Full Audiobook That Keeps Curious Minds Hooked.The Kate In Between by Claire SwinarskiPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/506902to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Kate In Between
Author: Claire Swinarski
Narrator: Cassandra Morris
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 6 hours 34 minutes
Release date: May 18, 2021
Genres: Non-fiction
Publisher's Summary:
In this timely, call-to-action contemporary middle grade novel from Claire Swinarski, author of What Happens Next, a twelve-year-old girl must face herself, and the truth, after her participation in a bullying incident goes viral. Kate McAllister is desperate for a change. Something to hit refresh and erase the pain of her mother leaving town without her. So when a group of popular girls folds Kate into t...
2021-05-186h 34
Generation Vatican 2Interview – Claire Swinarski – The Catholic Feminist – Hopeful Strength
We cap off season 2 with another interview! Today we are joined by Claire Swinarski of The Catholic Feminist. We talk about her experiences writing and being a missionary, the importance and joy of reading, and how she lives her authentic femininity in a world that either demands she do more or accuse her of doing too much.Her WebsiteHer pilgrimage to FranceHer books Generation Vatican 2 linksWebsitePatreonTwitterInstagram
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2020-10-3000 min
The Catholic Feminist165: Covering the Catholic Sex Abuse Crisis ft. Karna LozoyaIn today’s episode, we’re chatting with Karna Lozoya, a veteran Catholic reporter with a nose for news and a passion for the truth. We talk all about her new podcast, Crisis, which explores the origins and reforms of the sexual abuse crisis within our church. I especially enjoyed hearing about Karna’s experience interviewing victims and how it impacted her views as a Catholic. This is a heavy topic handled with grace and compassion, and while it may frustrate you as it did me, I hope that it also empowers you to constantly speak the truth, no matter...
2020-09-0939 min
The Catholic Feminist164: Why I'm Ending the Catholic Feminist PodcastSome words from my heart to yours. ❤️ Thank you so much to one of my dearest friends, Marissa, for helping me have this conversation. As always, in times of trial and transition, I refer to what I know to be true: I did not come to this decision lightly. I prayed over it and asked God to bless the work of my hands. Catholic feminism isn’t me, it’s all of us. 👊🏻 For more information, head to thecatholicfeministpodcast.com/shownotes/claireandmarissa
2020-09-0200 min
The Catholic Feminist163: Intimacy No Matter Your SeasonAmanda Vernon grew up singing hymns passed down from generations before her since her father told her if she was singing, she might as well be praying. And she never stopped doing either! Today, Amanda is an accomplished musician with four kids who spreads the Gospel through the gift of music. She's also a writer, and her book discusses the tumultuous time in her life when she dated a man who eventually discerned the priesthood. I absolutely loved her insight on intimacy: why do we all need it? Why is it so vital? How can we find it if...
2020-08-2639 min
The Catholic Feminist162: Reading and Writing Catholic Fiction ft. Lindsey ToddThis ones for my book nerds: where you at? 📚If you love Jesus and love books, but don't always love books *about* Jesus, this ones for you. Author Lindsey Todd and I are talking about why she writes novels, why we think so much Catholic fiction falls flat for us, and why it's important for Catholics to read outside of our bubbles from time to time. We also chat about her work with the Chastity Project and she tries to convince me to outline my writing projects, which...I'm still not 100% sold on. Impulse Writer 4 Life. Enjoy! This...
2020-08-1930 min
The Catholic Feminist161: Authentic Intimacy and Racial Justice ft. Sr. Desiré FindlayWhen I first read Sister Desiré's public letter on being the only black Felician sister, I was struck by one line in particular: that she felt invisible. As Catholic feminists, we know that we don't want a single one of our sisters to not feel seen, known, encouraged, and loved. So I invited Sr. on the show to walk us through why she feels that way, how we can be better listeners to one another, and how we can acknowledge pain while searching for solutions within the racial justice movement. We also discuss her love for d...
2020-08-1238 min
The Catholic Feminist160: Conversion and Personal Development ft. Claudine NoelAre you a cradle Catholic or a loud & proud convert? Today's guest, Claudine Noel, shares her story of falling in love with the Catholic faith and being baptized with zero family present. Her vulnerability and strength were so inspiring to me, and are part of what makes her a phenomenal life coach! Claudine is here to share with us how she embodies the feminine genius in her life coaching business, what the difference is between life coaching, therapy, and spiritual direction, and the importance of finding leaders who are *Catholic* and not going to try and convince you to...
2020-08-0534 min
The Catholic Feminist159: Capitalism, Networking, and Career Transitions ft. Elena Nunez MurdockJesus hung out with the poor. But you know who funds Catholic Relief Services, builds the churches, donates the food, influences the culture? The rich, friend. If you have greater than $4,000 in property or your bank account, congratulations—you’re in the top 50% of wealth owners in the world. Today’s guest is Elena Nunez Murdock, a passionate Latina and entrepreneur whose new company, Mission 2 Launch, helps Catholics transform their careers. Elena and I are talking all about wealth: is it bad? Can we have it? Can we strive for it? Can we be capitalists? I abso...
2020-07-2943 min
The Catholic Feminist158: Online Discourse and Finding Community ft. Sam PovlockDuring COVID, are you spending a lot more time online than usual? If so...who are you paying attention to? Your IRL friends? Popular Catholic speakers? Are they diverse in thought and culture? Are they intelligent? Are they funny? Do they speak to people with charity? Today's guest is Sam Povlock, an online-turned-real friend and the founder of FemCatholic. Sam was on the show before a million years ago but I'm thrilled to have her back to talk about her new online community, FIAT. We also discuss how listening has been bringing her closer to God lately...
2020-07-2247 min
The Catholic Feminist157: Affirmation Therapy and Activism Burnout ft. Maribel Rodriguez LagunaWe're told that we can't look away from problems of the world: we must be knee-deep in activism at all times, constantly aware...but is it okay to step back? To let things sink in before responding in a flash? Heck yes says today's podcast guest. Maribel Rodriguez Laguna is a therapist on the board of the Catholic Psychotherapy Association. We chat about why burnout occurs, why so many "wounded healers" enter ministry and mission work, and why there's *still* so much stigma around mental health issues in Catholicism. Her insight on the history of the field...
2020-07-1535 min
The Catholic Feminist156: Bravery and Real Restoration ft. Heather KhymReal healing is not a passive process. It’s active. It requires bravery. It requires leaning in. It requires vulnerability. These are things we know but fail to act on. We’d rather drown our sorrows in #hustling, in alcohol, in social media pseudo justice. Especially when the hurt came from the church or its members, how do we find true healing in Christ? Heather Khym is a wife, mom, podcaster, and speaker with a passion for helping women find true healing in their lives. Today on the show she talks about how her husband’s porn...
2020-07-0839 min
The Catholic Feminist155: Difficulties Within Physical Intimacy ft. Dr. Monique RuberuLet’s talk about sex, baby 🎶😂 Today on the show we welcome back Dr. Monique Ruberu, a Catholic wife, mother, and OBGYN. Monique is chatting with us all about how false chastity teachings can damage intimacy in marriage, what to do if intercourse is painful for you, and what it’s like being a doctor during COVID. Pour a glass of wine and settle into your couch, because this is some serious girl talk with a medical resource here to educate us! I have spent many an evening talking to a girlfriend about intimacy within her marriage (…and if any o...
2020-07-0145 min
The Catholic Feminist154: Changing Course and Chasing Dreams ft. Marie MillerCan I be honest for a sec? Sometimes, when I hear about people leading entire marches or writing important policies or starting non-profits, I start to wonder if what I do is insignificant. I know that’s not a very feminist thought—how often on here do we talk about different women having different callings?! But that doesn’t mean the thought doesn’t bop through my head now and then. All I do is write children’s books and potty train toddlers and talk about Jesus, I think. How am I contributing to the world? So I had to a...
2020-06-2434 min
The Catholic Feminist153: The Sexual Revolution and False Feminism ft. Sue Ellen BrowderIf you’re a feminist, you’re probably familiar with Betty Friedan’s “Problem That Has No Name.” This was the idea that “housewives” of the 50s and 60s and widespread unhappiness that stemmed from their oppression. While some of that is certainly factual—being a woman in the 60s had plenty of very real burdens, some of which Betty Friedan correctly identified—today’s guest, Sue Ellen Browder, believes that problem DOES have a name: a God-sized hole in our hearts. Sue Ellen is a former writer for Cosmopolitan who witnessed firsthand as the media created the sexual revolution and tried...
2020-06-1733 min
The Catholic Feminist152: Finding Truth as a Journalist ft. Kara DixonThe past couple of weeks have taught us more than ever that the media plays a fundamental role in our screwed-up society. Love 'em or hate 'em or somewhere-in-between-'em-because-they-are-varied-humans, reporters are still very much a gatekeeper in between the public and what's going on in the world. Sure, anyone can take a video on their phone and throw it up on Twitter, but journalists are the people who help us contextualize and verify truth. Or at least...they should be. But some outlets have very much broken the American people's trust. I wanted to talk to an a...
2020-06-1033 min
The Catholic Feminist151: Giving Thanks and Letting Go ft. Danielle BeanMy name is Claire + I’m a control-aholic. It’s true! I love control like the Julia Child loved butter. And although parenting is basically one long exercise in letting go of control, the truth is, I do have some control over my little ones. I decide we’re going to Mass on Sundays, and we go. I decide we’re having broccoli for dinner, and we do (although whether or not they eat is a whole ‘nother issue.) I decide we don’t watch movies that don’t align with our values, and we don’t. But there will c...
2020-06-0335 min
Making a Middle GradeFinale: Receiving ReviewsIt's our finale episode. What's it feel like to have people reading your book? Why are all authors bugging people for reviews? Thanks for listening to MAKING A MIDDLE GRADE, a podcast on publishing middle grade books.
2020-06-0110 min
The Catholic Feminist150: Q & A: Reading Books, Raising Boys, and More! ft. Claire SwinarskiAfter 150 episodes, it is a true joy to sit + chat with you all 1-on-1 today. I would say “I can’t believe we’re here!” but to be honest…I knew how phenomenal Catholic women were when I started this. I’m not surprised that you’re on fire for the topics we discuss on this show. I’m not shocked that you love tuning into our guests, whether they’re well-known speakers or just everyday women. I’m not stunned that when it’s time to turn on a podcast, you’re the type of woman who wants to hear about immigratio...
2020-05-2741 min
The Catholic Feminist149: Becoming Well Read ft. Marcie StockmanIf you’re a busy Catholic feminist, you probably feel like you’re juggling 19 balls in the air. Maybe you have kids, or a career, or both, or a graduate degree, or you’re trying to get in shape, or you’re volunteering in your neighborhood, or your leading an action council at your parish, or-or-or… Finding time to read? Impossible. Not so, says today’s podcast guest. Marcie Stockman is the founder of Well-Read Mom, a set of resources for busy women looking to fit more great books into their lives. As a life-long reader, I lo...
2020-05-2034 min
Middle Grade Ninja73 Author Claire SwinarskiClaire Swinarski and I discuss Wisconsin badgers, Nancy Drew, Star Wars, and parking lot brawls. We also make time to chat about her new book, WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, her amazing podcast MAKING A MIDDLE GRADE, her success as a freelance writer, time management, advocating for your author career, the importance of her spiritual faith in her writing, and so much more.
Claire Swinarski is the author of multiple books, including What Happens Next (coming in 2020 from HarperCollins) and Girl, Arise: A Catholic Feminist’s Invitation to Live Boldly, Love Your Faith, and Change the World. She’s also the founder of t...
2020-05-161h 22
Making a Middle Grade9: Launching During COVID-19In today's episode, I'm talking about the difficulties of releasing a book during the coronavirus pandemic. I also chat with Tara K. Ross about her experience.
2020-05-1520 min
The Catholic Feminist148: Embracing Culture Within Liturgy ft. Shannon SchmidtWhen someone states their skin color or culture--"I'm a Black Catholic." "I'm a Polish Catholic." "I'm a Hispanic Catholic." It can be tempting to want to wave it off. We're all *one family*, right? Why do these differences matter? But today's guest is here to talk to us about how our church is bigger than our culture, and therefore, all of our cultures must be allowed to be present. Shannon Schmidt is a mom, podcaster, and biracial Catholic with a passion for theology and our church. We discuss how her race plays into her faith and...
2020-05-1343 min
The Catholic Feminist147: Finding Hope in Unexpected Seasons ft. Monica AberleWhat's it like to go to a Catholic college and find yourself unexpectedly...expecting? Today's guest, Monica Aberle, knows all about it. Monica is joining us to talk about how we can find hope in unexpected seasons: when times of chaos or complexity threaten to rob us of our joy, how can we lean into God and trust him in all things? As the founder of Everyday Mamas, Monica knows what it's like to find the beauty in the everyday, even when the everyday isn't exactly lining up with your picture-perfect goals. I'm honored to share Monica's story and...
2020-05-0637 min
The Catholic Feminist146: Addiction, Recovery, and Redemption ft. Victoria RayTalk about turning your mess into your message. Today's guest, Victoria Ray, is a speaker, a podcaster, a student, and a Certified Addiction Empowerment Specialist. She's also in recovery and a big ole fan of Jesus. Victoria is here on the show today to talk about whether she believes her addiction was part of God's "plan" for her life, how she found truth in her faith during the darkest days of her life, and why she decided to devote her life to serving others with addictions. She also offers helpful tips for people whose friends and family members are...
2020-04-2939 min
The Fountains of Carrots PodcastFoC 131: Dealing With Disappointment and Little Steps to Choosing Joy with Claire SwinarskiStruggling with the up and downs and disappointments of life in, ahem, our current situation? We are, too. So we called a friend to talk about it. The founder of the well-known Catholic Feminist Podcast, Claire Swinarski joins us on this episode! Claire is the author of multiple books, including What Happens Next (available for … Continue reading FoC 131: Dealing With Disappointment and Little Steps to Choosing Joy with Claire Swinarski →
2020-04-2856 min
The Catholic Feminist145: Pursuing a Classical Education ft. Jeremy TateOK, time to admit my stress + beef with the modern day education system. I went to public school. Did not have a great experience. Krzys went to public school. Did have a great experience. I don’t want to pay thousands for my kids to go to school in a community that looks exactly like them and be encased in a Catholic Bubble, nor do I want them to go to the school where I went, spending most of pre-calc hanging out in the parking lot and taking civics classes where there are actual test questions like “Why...
2020-04-2232 min
Making a Middle Grade8: Balancing a BrandChristian books AND secular books? Kids books AND adult books? If you want to write in multiple genres, how do you brand yourself as an author? That's what we're talking about in today's episode of MAKING A MIDDLE GRADE. PS: Don't forget you can preorder WHAT HAPPENS NEXT wherever books are sold!
2020-04-1715 min
The Catholic Feminist144: Finding Your Fiat ft. Karianna FreyWe all know Mary gave the ultimate fiat. But what about ours? Our “yes” to a new grad school degree. Our “yes” to donating an extra $10 instead of buying that second wine at girls night. Our “yes” to a radical mission across the globe. Our “yes” to the mind-numbingly difficult task of child rearing. Our “yes” to homeschool or private school or public school. Every day, we are faced with an infinite amount of “yes” that we are called to say. In today’s episode, speaker Karianna Frey walks us through her own experience with finding her fiat and what...
2020-04-1537 min
Booked All NightAn Interview with Claire SwinarskiWe're joined by Claire Swinarski, author of the upcoming middle-grade novel WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, which comes out on May 19th (no push backs here according to her editor). We discuss her work, just how many lakes Wisconsin and Minnesota have, and Claire's disturbing lack of authored fanfiction.
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2020-04-1046 minBooked All NightAn Interview with Claire SwinarskiWe're joined by Claire Swinarski, author of the upcoming middle-grade novel WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, which comes out on May 19th (no push backs here according to her editor). We discuss her work, just how many lakes Wisconsin and Minnesota have, and Claire's disturbing lack of authored fanfiction.
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2020-04-1046 min
The Catholic Feminist143: Sacrificial Love and Adult Caretaking ft. Katie PylesAnger. Shame. Boundaries. These are the parts of care taking we *don’t* often talk about. But the truth is, these are all too common when imperfect people are trying to attempt perfect love. Today’s guest, Katie Pyles, has experience as a caretaker for an adult with special needs, and I'm so grateful she came on the show to share her story. Katie talks about how it isn't our weaknesses that harm relationships, it's the way we deny to acknowledge them or get support for them--that really resonated with me. We discuss what it was like to be a ca...
2020-04-0842 min
The Catholic Feminist142: Capital Punishment and the Catholic Church ft. McKenna SmithThe death penalty is a topic I’ve been interested in for a long time, and I’m so pleased to be discussing it today with McKenna. McKenna is a grad student who comes to us with a passion for capital punishment and it’s place in the pro-life discourse. As Sr. Helen Prejean says, “people are more than the worst thing they have ever done in their lives.” McKenna and I discuss what inspired her to learn more about this area of criminal justice, what resources we should turn to if we’re interested in getting involved, and what the chu...
2020-04-0127 min
The Catholic FeministSaint Spotlight: Sr. Thea BowmanHear from Sr. Thea Bowman's best friend about what she was like, what she was passionate about, and why she deserves to be a canonized saint!
2020-03-2722 min
The Catholic Feminist141: Economic Justice ft. Beth KnobbeWhen you have money to give, should you give it to your literal neighbors, or the neighbors on the other side of the world? Today we're chatting with Catholic Relief Services' Beth Knobbe to discuss economic justice and what it means to care for the people around us. I was excited to hear about CRS' transitions in their economic justice programs and why they're shifting to a focus on empowering local communities. We talk about staying in your own lane, if you should focus more on policy or charitable giving, properly researching mission trips, and so much more. Enjoy!
2020-03-2545 min
The Catholic FeministSaint Spotlight: St. Zelie MartinLearn all about St. Therese's mom, St. Zelie, and why Catholic feminists in particular should care about her!
2020-03-2018 min
The Catholic Feminist140: Inclusion + Birth Mothering a Teenager ft. Marcia Lane-McGeeWhen it’s time to put together a Catholic event, are you putting diversity on your list of goals? In today’s episode, speaker Marcia Lane-McGee and I are talking about how to embrace diversity in Catholic speaking circles without falling into the idea of a “diversity hire”. We also talk about her experience as a birth mother of a teenager, her podcast for black Catholics, and how her work at a home for teenage boys in Chicago has helped her see Jesus in all people. Enjoy! Today’s episode is brought to you by Select International Tours. Lear...
2020-03-1853 min
The Catholic FeministSaint Spotlight: St. Kateri TekakwithaLayna Maher from the St. Kateri Tekakwitha Shrine is here to help us learn about the life and legacy of this inspiring indigenous saint!
2020-03-1323 min
Making a Middle Grade7: Connecting With School LibrariesIn this episode, we interview a school librarian to learn what makes kids pick up a book, how librarians decide which books to purchase, and what trends are blossoming in children's books.
2020-03-1215 min
The Catholic Feminist139: Healing After Abortion ft. Gracey#ShoutYourAbortion. That’s what we’re told, right? That abortion is a powerful, important procedure. It empowers women. It gives them strength. It gives them autonomy. Today’s guest says hell no. Gracey is a wife, mother, and post-abortive woman. She’s here to share her incredibly vulnerable story of getting her abortion, how she sought and received forgiveness from the Lord, and what she thinks could have possibly prevented her abortion in the first place. Gracey says we need a change of HEART to change this issue, and I couldn’t agree more...
2020-03-1141 min
The Catholic FeministSaint Spotlight: Dorothy DayLearn about the life and legacy of "almost-saint" Dorothy Day, a Catholic feminist we should all admire, to celebrate Women's History Month.
2020-03-0628 min
The Catholic Feminist138: Catholic Feminism and the Military ft. Brianna HughesWhen we hear “the troops”, we probably all have things pop into our head. From Colin Kapernick to WMD to Dorothy Day’s pacifism, how Catholics interact with “the troops” can be fraught with confusion. Today’s guest, Brianna Hughes, is a member of our armed forces and it was so interesting to hear why she hates when people refer to “the troops” as one giant monolith. We talk about what it’s like to face sexism in the workplace, who “the troops” support politically, how trust in God plays into her ability to serve in the military, and what’s been bringing h...
2020-03-0442 min
The Catholic Feminist137: The Sacrifice of Being a Birth Mother ft. Martha FarnsworthWhen we’re engaging in pro-life discourse, we often hail adoption as a beautiful, healthy choice—which it is. But it’s easy to forget that adoption at its core *begins* with a loss, with grief, and with suffering. Today’s podcast guest, Martha Farnsworth, is both an adoptee and a birth mom. We talk about both of those experiences and why we should never use the phrase “just” when speaking of adoption (ie., “Just pursue adoption!!!”) My heart broke when she talked about the church’s response to her pregnancy as a teenager and what she wishes they would have done di...
2020-02-2644 min
The Catholic Feminist136: Thriving as a Special Needs Mama ft. Vania DeeneyParenting is hard, no matter who you’re parenting. But parenting a child with special needs is a task that some people hold up as the most heroic act of them all. Not so, says today’s guest—and she explains why. Vania Deeney is a mom, engineer, and Catholic Latina whose daughter was diagnosed with a genetic condition in her third trimester. Vania and I chat about what it was like to receive her daughter’s diagnosis, her advice for mothers of able-bodied kids to make our church more inclusive, and her devotion Our Lady of Guadalupe. We also tal...
2020-02-1939 min
The Catholic Feminist135: Overcoming Pornography to Find Uncompromising Purity ft. Kelsey SkochPornography has been a “men’s issue” for as long as I’ve been involved in ministry. Anti-porn talks are for the men. The accountability apps are aimed at men. The speakers willing to Go There are men. I am so, SO thankful for women like author Kelsey Skoch. Kelsey is boldly sharing her story of overcoming a pornography addiction in order to help other women find a way out. In today’s show, we talk about WHY pornography is immoral, if there’s any room for porn in a healthy sexual being’s life, and what she recommends...
2020-02-1250 min
Making a Middle Grade6: Marketing a Middle Grade BookWhen it comes to marketing, how much is on the author vs. the publisher? What are some things authors can do to get their books into the hands of kids? Why do some authors get HUGE marketing pushes while others...don't? Plus, my agent delivers some tough love.
2020-02-0612 min
The Catholic Feminist134: Are Mission Trips Beneficial? ft. Ellen CourchaneOur first guest of season 4? My own sister! Ellie Courchane is a nurse, a fiancee, and a frequent attender of mission trips to developing nations. Ellie and I are chatting about what makes a GOOD mission trip, why so many mission trips are actually harmful, and why we sometimes use humor to view things through a different lens. I love Ellie’s perspective on why mission trips can truly be a good thing when done well and why your impact matters just as much as your intent. We also talk about if it’s better to try and do some...
2020-02-0542 min
Girlfriends (A Podcast for Catholic Women)Amazing Women Saints (with Claire Swinarski)Claire Swinarski joins me to talk about some of her favorite women saints (and saints to be), including St. Therese of Lisieux and Mother Mary Elizabeth Lange, who founded the Oblate Sisters in order to allow African-American women to enter religious life in the US. Claire Swinarski is the creator and host of The Catholic Feminist podcast and author of Girl, Arise!: A Catholic Feminist's Invitation to Live Boldly, Love Your Faith, and Change the World. Claire has degrees in journalism and political science from the University of Wisconsin and lives in Milwaukee with her husband and two kids. Claire...
2020-01-0737 min
Making a Middle Grade5: Celebrating a Debut YearHow can we reframe "debut year" from something full of anxiety, stress, and broken hopes to something full of joy, gratitude, and fulfillment? I interview Janae Marks and share my own feelings on "debut year" as we step forward into 2020. Don't forget--WHAT HAPPENS NEXT is available for preorder right now wherever books are sold!
2020-01-0319 min
Ruah Storytellers LentClaire SwinarskiClaire Swinarski is the author of multiple books, including Girl, Arise: A Catholic Feminist’s Invitation to Live Boldly, Love Your Faith, and Change the World and the forthcoming children’s novel What Happens Next. She’s also the creator of the The Catholic Feminist Podcast, a top-ranked spirituality podcast with over one million downloads. Claire spends most of her time handing her two kids fruit snacks, strolling the aisles of Target, and making her poor husband watch The Great British Baking Show. For more information about Claire and her ministry, please visit her website www.thecatholicfeministpodcast.com.
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2019-12-0408 min
Making a Middle Grade4: Creating a Book CoverHow much say do authors get in their book cover? As an aspiring author, I always dreamed about how the cover of my middle grade book would look. Illustrator Pascal Campion did amazing work. Here's a behind the scenes sneak peek into how a publisher, illustrator, and author work together to create an outstanding book cover. Apologies that last month, an episode of the Catholic Feminist was uploaded into this feed! My bad. That's my other podcast/day job. I tried to delete it but if you're subscribed, it automatically downloaded. So, feel free to check out m...
2019-12-0314 min
The Catholic Feminist133: Pelvic Floor Postpartum Recovery ft. Chelsea HarkinsThings I learned during this episode: most people do kegals wrong, having issues with peeing yourself at ALL is not considered normal postpartum, and what a pelvic floor even is. Dr. Chelsea Harkins is a physical therapist here to walk us through what our body is supposed to do after childbirth, how she helps women who have never properly healed, and how Theology of the Body plays into her work. Listen, y’all: even if you’ve never birthed a child, this episode IS for you. Because women straight up are not taught enough about their body parts or how...
2019-11-2743 min
The Catholic Feminist132: Embracing Global Sisterhood ft. Gail DeGeorgeThere are only 2️⃣ episodes left in season 3 of the Catholic Feminist Podcast! 🙌🏻 Today’s guest, Gail DeGeorge, is the perfect penultimate* show for y’all. Gail is the editor of the Global Sisters Report, a project that features stories about Catholic sisters and the critical issues facing the people they serve. The GSR journalists report about their lives and works, and sisters write commentary from their perspective. Gail is here to talk to us about the importance of supporting our sisters around the world, what sisters’ stories she’s been most inspired by lately, and how to balance a love of serving gl...
2019-11-2030 min
The Catholic FeministMINISODE: How I Advent!Honestly, just a fun mini episode on the books I'm reading, my prayer routine, and how I'm trying to impart the feeling of "joyful anticipation" onto my kids!
2019-11-1518 min
The Catholic Feminist131: The Power of Storytelling ft. Julianne MilesEvery single one of us has a story. A story of learning and relearning God, a story of breaking down barriers and building up good, healthy walls, a story of walking along a path to what we believe. Sharing these stories to help spread the faith is what Julianne Miles does on her podcast, Mystery Through Manners, and on her NEW daily podcast, Ruah Storytellers, which will air during Advent. Jules and I are chatting today about the importance of stories, the impact the stories of others have had in our own lives, aaaaand we also nerd out on...
2019-11-1347 min
The Catholic Feminist130: Vocational Discernment + Trusting God ft. Sr. Peter MarieYou’ve heard that you’re supposed to “discern your vocation”…but what does that ACTUALLY look like? That’s what Sr. Peter Marie of the Dominican Sisters of St. Cecelia is here to speak with us about! We’re talking all about the vocations process over here for National Vocation Awareness Week, including what a come-and-see looks like, why it’s NOT a bad thing to enter religious life + leave it before making final vows, and the importance of getting HELP + direction with your discernment process. Even if you’re already in your vocation or not currently discerning, I think this episo...
2019-11-0636 min
Making a Middle Grade3: Editing a ManuscriptWhat's a copyeditor? What's a sensitivity reader? What's a way to go through this process without losing your mind? 😂 These are the questions we answer in episode 3 of MAKING A MIDDLE GRADE. We go over what an editor does with a manuscript, what some of the key changes in WHAT HAPPENS NEXT were, and how copyeditors handle a text. We also talk about the sensitivity reader process + first pass pages. This episode is perfect for anyone who's wondering how a book goes from project to product.
2019-11-0129 min
The Catholic Feminist129: Helping Women Leave Prostitution ft. CarrieLynn MascaroWhen we’re asking women to leave behind lives of sex work, it’s vital to focus on HOW they got to where they are and WHAT they need in order to leave that path behind. Today’s guest, CarrieLynn Mascaro from Catholic Charities, is here to help us understand ways the Church is helping women stop selling their bodies. What I love about CarrieLynn’s approach is the way she focuses on the systematic problems—like affordable housing—that leave women feeling like they have no other option. We also discussed whether she’d ever back a legal avenue for pro...
2019-10-3028 min
The Catholic FeministMinisode: WE'RE GOING ON PILGRIMAGE!I am over the moon to announce that the Catholic Feminist Pilgrimage to France is taking place in October 2020—and I want you to join us. Come walk in the footsteps of our sister saints, sip wine with other Catholic feminists, celebrate the sacraments at gorgeous cathedrals, and make 100 new besties. More information at www.thecatholicfeministpodcast.om/pilgrimage.
2019-10-2416 min
The Catholic Feminist128: Bursting Our Catholic Bubbles ft. Alissa MolinaWhen do we “shake the dust”, when do we engage, and when do we shut up + listen? Today’s guest, Alissa Molina, has some insight for us. Alissa co-hosts a spiritual podcast with some wonderful Protestant sisters and I had to ask how that challenged her or pushed her out of her comfort zone. I loved her insight on why it’s important to not ONLY engage with Catholics, how she tries to advance the Gospel message, and why mean Christians make us angrier than mean atheists. We also talk about how being a Latina Catholic has impacted her feminism...
2019-10-2344 min
The Catholic Feminist127: Raising Multiples & Championing Pro-Life Beliefs ft. Justina KoppWhen today’s guest, Justina Kopp, suffered a miscarriage, she was completely devastated. She didn’t know if she’d ever be able to have kids again. So imagine her surprise when she found out she was pregnant with not 1…not 2…NOT 3…but 4 babies. Y’all. Four babies. Let that sink in. Justina is on the show today to talk about the ups + downs of raising multiples, why she loves postpartum doulas, pregnancy after miscarriage, and what it was like to have a doctor encourage her to “reduce” her pregnancy. I am in awe of Justina’s...
2019-10-1636 min
The Catholic Feminist126: In Vitro Fertilization and Pro-Life OBGYN Work ft. Monique RuberuSometimes I think one of the most difficult parts of being a Christian is that our culture so strongly feels that certain things are “the answer” that we believe are harmful. Be it divorce, pornography, contraception…so many things in our society that are presented as a great good can actually be so damaging to the human soul. If we truly care about people, we view it as our duty to share that information to help them grow closer to the Creator and live a life that is truly joyful + fulfilling. But thats…awkward. And terrifying. Today’s...
2019-10-0945 min
Get Hooked On The Full Audiobook That Keeps Knowledge Hunters Hooked.Girl, Arise!: A Catholic Feminist's Invitation to Live Boldly, Love Your Faith, and Change the World by Claire SwinarskiPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/392115to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Girl, Arise!: A Catholic Feminist's Invitation to Live Boldly, Love Your Faith, and Change the World
Author: Claire Swinarski
Narrator: Claire Swinarski
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 3 hours 19 minutes
Release date: October 8, 2019
Genres: Counseling & Inspirational
Publisher's Summary:
Is it possible to be both a Catholic and a feminist? Claire Swinarski, writer and creator of The Catholic Feminist podcast, believes it is: 'I'm a feminist for the same reason I'm bold and honest and sometimes ragey: because Jesus was all of those things.' In Girl, Arise!, Swinarski reconciles the two...
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Title: Girl, Arise!: A Catholic Feminist's Invitation to Live Boldly, Love Your Faith, and Change the World
Author: Claire Swinarski
Narrator: Claire Swinarski
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 3 hours 19 minutes
Release date: October 8, 2019
Genres: Christianity
Publisher's Summary:
Is it possible to be both a Catholic and a feminist? Claire Swinarski, writer and creator of The Catholic Feminist podcast, believes it is: 'I'm a feminist for the same reason I'm bold and honest and sometimes ragey: because Jesus was all of those things.' In Girl, Arise!, Swinarski reconciles the two identities...
2019-10-083h 19
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Author: Claire Swinarski
Narrator: Claire Swinarski
Format: Unabridged
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Language: English
Release date: 10-08-19
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Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Christianity, Counseling & Inspirational
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Is it possible to be both a Catholic and a feminist? Claire Swinarski, writer and creator of The Catholic Feminist podcast, believes it is: 'I'm a feminist for the same reason I'm bold and honest and sometimes ragey: because Jesus was all of those things.'
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Title: Girl, Arise!: A Catholic Feminist's Invitation to Live Boldly, Love Your Faith, and Change the World
Author: Claire Swinarski
Narrator: Claire Swinarski
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 3 hours 19 minutes
Release date: October 8, 2019
Genres: Christianity
Publisher's Summary:
Is it possible to be both a Catholic and a feminist? Claire Swinarski, writer and creator of The Catholic Feminist podcast, believes it is: 'I'm a feminist for the same reason I'm bold and honest and sometimes ragey: because Jesus was all of those things.' In Girl, Arise!, Swinarski reconciles the two identities...
2019-10-083h 19
The Catholic Feminist125: Letting Go of Our Addiction to Control ft. Jeannie GaffiganWhen wife, mom, + producer Jeannie Gaffigan learned she had a pear-shaped brain tumor…it was inconvenient, to say the least. She had to learn how to give up a white-knuckled grip on control, find humor in heartache, and stop being the “executive producer” of her family. I loved her story about an atheist neurologist’s response to her faith life and how she feels God was with her through this insane medical journey. As a long-time fan of Jeannie’s wife Jim, I knew she’d be hilarious, even when talking about a brain tumor…and somehow, she was. Enjoy! ...
2019-10-0236 min
Making a Middle Grade2: Landing a Book DealThe first book I signed with my agent for didn't sell. It felt totally, undeniably horrible. But I shook the dust from my feet and wrote another, which ended up selling at auction in a 2-book deal. In this episode, I'm interviewing my agent + editor to learn what the process was like from their POV! They answer questions like what happens at an acquisitions meeting, what an auction feels like on the editor's end, and what parts of a contract are the most important to focus on.
2019-10-0119 min
The Catholic Feminist124: The Intersection of #MeToo, Feminism, + Justice ft. Kathy StillingJustice is a complicated thing. It seems so black and white—bad guys vs. good guys, right? If only the world was so easy to divide in that way. Today’s guest, Kathy Stilling, is a defense attorney (that attends my parish IRL!) Kathy is well-known for recently defending a Big 10 football player accused of sexual assault. Today on the show, we’re talking about what happens when justice, truth, and #BelieveAllWomen collide—and explode. Kathy walks us through how she joined the Catholic church, how her faith powers her through her difficult career, and some refor...
2019-09-2539 min
The Catholic Feminist123: Discipleship as a Modern Feminist ft. Katie Prejean McGradyCRAPPY ADVICE: To be a good disciple, you need to sell everything in your house, grab a knapsack, and become a missionary somewhere. GREAT ADVICE: Discipleship does not have to be a formal ministry program, involve selling your iPhone, and happens when people are UNAFRAID. Today’s guest, Katie Prejean McGrady, is a Catholic speaker who’s one of our most requested guests. She’s the author of multiple books, a wife + mama, and has some #THOUGHTS on how to be a disciple as a modern-day feminist. We know we should “follow Jesus” but it’s not like we...
2019-09-1841 min
The Catholic Feminist122: Applying Catholic Social Teaching to Global Problems ft. Beth King-HowardHow should Catholics approach problems on a global scale? Here’s the thing—we can do more harm than good if we go into issues without a firm educational foundation. We can also do more harm than good if we leave our faith in the dust as we charge forward with a well-intentioned heart. Catholic social teaching is a set of tenants that informs how we should make global decisions and how we should love our neighbors, both next door and on the other side of the world. Beth King-Howard, today’s guest, takes a group of...
2019-09-1147 min
The Catholic Feminist121: Back to School with a Catholic Education ft. Emily LaPorteIt’s back-to-school time! Well, not for us, since I have two toddlers. But so many of you are headed back to school, whether as students or teachers. I’m so excited to be bringing you an insightful conversation with Emily LaPorte, a Catholic school teacher. But this isn’t a lighthearted conversation about the ABC’s. Emily + I are talking about both the joys and difficulties of being a teacher of small children. We also discuss things like whether or not kids in Catholic schools live in bubbles, why Catholic schools so often struggle with diver...
2019-09-0437 min
Making a Middle Grade1: Getting a Literary AgentThe first step to getting a middle grade book traditionally published? Write it. The second step? Finding a literary agent. On the first episode of MAKING A MIDDLE GRADE, we're breaking down how to get a literary agent. What's a query letter? How long does the process take? How many Twitter followers do you need to have to snag an agent? We're talking all this and more with two fellow authors, as well as my own agent, Alex Slater. MAKING A MIDDLE GRADE is a podcast series that takes you through how a chi...
2019-09-0319 min
The Catholic Feminist120: Intentional Boundaries + Saying No ft. Kathryn WhitakerDo you ever feel like your relationship with Jesus is…polite? Yes, thank you, I’m sorry, and that’s about it? Today’s guest, Kathryn Whitaker, talks about how part of her conversion to the Catholic faith involved deconstructing her boundaries with Jesus, and how one of the results of a deeper faith is implementing boundaries with others. Kathryn walks us through how to only say yes when it’s a “hell yes” and how to STOP feeling guilty about that “no”. We also talk about her new book, Live Big Love Bigger, and how a BBQ pilgrimage helped her family...
2019-08-2835 min
The Catholic Feminist119: Exploring Local Activism ft. Lauren RoachIs there an issue that just sets your heart on fire, but you have no idea how to get started on making an impact about it? Today we're talking to Lauren Roach, a Milwaukee activist (and the Community Manager for the CFP!) Lauren is tirelessly fighting to get pornography declared a public health crisis in Wisconsin, and she's here to chat with us about how she put a passion into ACTION, as well as some pornography statistics you may be unfamiliar with (like the link between human trafficking and porn). Lauren also talks about finding community as a young...
2019-08-2135 min
The Catholic Feminist118: Q & A ft. Claire SwinarskiQ & A DAY! ✨👋🏻 I’m off exploring Poland with my family, so please enjoy this question + answer session. I solicited questions from Instagram and we wound up talking about everything from healthy boundaries to teaching kids about the faith to morning routines to dealing with discouragement. Enjoy! Today’s episode is brought to you by Select International. Head to selectinternationaltours.com/feminist to learn more about the amazing Catholic pilgrimages Select has to offer. Today’s episode is also brought to you by Audible. For a FREE audio book, head to audibletrial.com/catholic.
2019-08-1442 min
The Catholic FeministMINISODE: Making a Middle GradeI'm launching a new podcast! Don't worry, CFP isn't going anywhere. ;) This is a podcast about another topic near + dear to my heart--children's books and how they're made. In this minisode, I'm sharing the trailer + also explaining why I wanted to share this show with all of you, the sweet listeners of the Catholic Feminist Podcast. Basically, God? He answered some serious promises. + I want to take you all with me on this journey. If you're having a hard time finding it, search for "Claire Swinarski" or "makingamiddlegrade" in podcasts. You can also listen at...
2019-08-1213 min
The Catholic Feminist117: Sleep, Spirituality, and Self Care ft. Carleara WeissWhat do sleep + self-care have to do with our faith life? As it turns out…a lot. Today on the show we have Carleara Weiss, PHD, breaking down how feminists can get more sleep, why women may have a harder time sleeping than men (#hormones), and why sleep affects our spirituality. Carleara + I also discuss how to get more women involved in STEM and the importance of 👏🏻mentoring👏🏻 women in your field. I love Carleara’s viewpoint on her faith being strengthened by science and how we as humans are able to help each other by learning more about the world around...
2019-08-0734 min
Making a Middle GradeTRAILERMaking a Middle Grade is a podcast about writing, selling, and marketing a middle grade novel through a traditional publisher. It follows my debut novel, WHAT HAPPENS NEXT, from an idea in my head to a book in a store. We're interviewing everyone from publishing industry pros to my editor to children's librarians to find out what makes a middle grade book have serious staying power.
2019-08-0502 min
The Catholic Feminist116: Justice and Mercy for Immigrants ft. Andrea MendozaWhen Jesus told us to welcome the stranger, He meant it. That’s a principle that today’s guest, Andrea Mendoza, is truly living out. She volunteers with immigrants within our country and helps provide them with basic necessities that enable them to live out their dignity. Andrea is also sharing her own parents’ story of living in our country undocumented for years. Andrea will truly inspire you, but what I love most about her is the way she has turned her passion and empathy into real, concrete action. She’s out there on the frontlines, not in a glam...
2019-07-3146 min
Dismantle Podcast79. "The Catholic Feminist" with Claire SwinarskiPodcast host and writer Claire Swinarski discusses the Catholic expression of spirituality, being a feminist, and how the two coexist in a holistic journey of faith.
Connect with Claire:
@thecatholicfeminist
2019-07-2824 min
The Dignity of WomenPodcast #18: Claire Swinarski – Catholicism and Feminism CompatibilityFeminism is largely associated with women's rights. It has remained a fluid term throughout its several waves, currently promoting reproductive rights and the abolition of gender. It seems almost impossible to imagine how feminism and Catholicism could possibly share any ideologies at all, much less considering Jesus, Mary, and many saints to be feminists. Claire Swinarski of The Catholic Feminist joins me on this episode of The Dignity of Women to explain how Catholicism and Feminism are compatible and intertwined. Claire SwinarskiClaire Swinarski, a 2013 graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, has a bachelor’s degree in mass co...
2019-05-0842 min
The Catholic Feminist87: Emotionally Healthy Spirituality ft. Lisa BrenninkmeyerFor us Americans, tomorrow is Thanksgiving. That means turkey, parades, football, (whitewashed stories about pilgrims and Native Americans that aren’t 100% accurate and should probably be looked at much deeper than they are but that’s a post for another time), and family. For some of us, being with our families is a true joy that we look forward to all year. But for some of us, being with family is very difficult and can bring out some tough emotions. That’s why there’s no better time for a chat about emotionally healthy spirituality. Today on the show, we’re ch...
2018-11-2145 min
Shalom SessionsEpisode 55: Meet Claire SwinarskiThree things you need to know about today’s episode: 1: I sit down with my new friend Claire Swinarski, the host of “The Catholic Feminist” to talk about her favorite saints and how they empower her to be a peacemaker. She shares with us what it means to be both Catholic and a Feminist. 2: We do a “say this, not that” about common misconceptions about Catholics and Saints. Then she shares her favorite three: Saint Therese of Liseux, Saint Gianna Beretta Molla, and Saint Teresa of Calcutta. 3: Then we end the show with what is givin...
2018-04-271h 01
Diapers and Disciples029: Feminism, Faith, & Podcasting with Claire SwinarskiAmber chats with Claire Swinarski, host of The Catholic Feminist podcast.In This Episode:-We chat about what it means to be feminist and why Claire started the podcast.-We talk about some of the past episodes and what topics have been most challenging.-We chat a bit about work/family balance and some upcoming changes in her family.-Claire shares what's in store for Season 2 of The Catholic Feminist.What Claire is Loving:The Death of Expertise by Tom NicholsClaire's Mom...
2018-03-0538 min
How-to CatholicS3 Ep10: How-to Feminism with Claire Swinarski
Feminism. For many, fewer words bring up positive or negative stereotypes and emotions. Does feminism have anything to do with Catholicism? Would Jesus consider himself to be a feminist? Should all women be feminists?
On the podcast today Lisa interviews Claire Swinarski, host of The Catholic Feminist podcast who, spoiler alert, says yes, all women should be feminists, but perhaps not exactly the stereotypical kind you might be thinking of. Join us as Claire and Lisa discuss 5 truths about feminism that every Catholic should consider.
SHOWNOTES
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2018-01-2838 min
Catching FoxesFeminism with Claire SwinarskiSHOW NOTES:
Claire Swinarski was raised near Madison by a feminist who taught her to love and value her femininity as well as the fight for women's rights. Then she converted to Roman Catholicism in college, but her feminism didn't die, it was transformed. Annoyed by what's being offered ("tea cups") to so many Catholic women, she launched her podcast to challenge this.
*Here are some great interviews:
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Therapy, Waiting, and Sharing Yourself Online
ft. Christina Dehan Jaloway
Conversions and Comparison
ft. Sr. Miriam James Heidland
Living...
2018-01-121h 10
Strategy Hour | Online Marketing for Business GrowthHow to DIY Your Website Copy with Claire SwinarskiToday on the podcast, we have Claire Swinarski who is a copywriter and content marketer for creative entrepreneurs. She has been featured in the Washington Post, Seventeen Magazine, Bridal Guide, and many other amazing magazines and publications around the country. Claire is based out of Wisconsin and she pretty much loves burrito bowls, so we like her. She is a girl after our own burrito loving hearts.In today’s episode, Clair is going to break down a lot of stuff that many of you need help with, like copyrighting. First, we are figuring out how to di...
2017-03-2447 min
She Creates Business | A Podcast for Wedding Pros44: Claire Swinarski, How to Get Published in Cosmopolitan, Bridal Guide, Apartment Therapy and MORE!FULL SHOW NOTES My guest today is Claire Swinarski, a freelance journalist & copywriter for creative entrepreneurs. Claire has been published in publications like Cosmopolitan, Bridal Guide, Woman Getting Married and MORE. In today's episode Claire is breaking down the world of freelance journalism so we can better understand how to get published in large publications and how it can up-level our wedding businesses.
2017-02-2833 minShe Creates Business | A Podcast for Wedding Pros44: Claire Swinarski, How to Get Published in Cosmopolitan, Bridal Guide, Apartment Therapy and MORE!FULL SHOW NOTES My guest today is Claire Swinarski, a freelance journalist & copywriter for creative entrepreneurs. Claire has been published in publications like Cosmopolitan, Bridal Guide, Woman Getting Married and MORE. In today's episode Claire is breaking down the world of freelance journalism so we can better understand how to get published in large publications and how it can up-level our wedding businesses.
2017-02-2833 min