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Saints by NumberWhy God Doesn’t Give You Control - Fr. Josh Zelden's Journey to Priesthood (Ep.35)In this episode, Father Josh Zelden shares his powerful personal journey—from a peaceful Catholic upbringing, to studying literature and law, to marriage, divorce, and eventually answering the call to the priesthood. Along the way, we explore prayer, suffering, vocation, and what it really means to surrender control to God.
2025-12-222h 01Saints by NumberJudy Zelden's Journey From Agnostic Roots to Raising a Priest (Ep.34)In this episode, Jacob sits down with Judy Zelden, a pillar of Catholic life in Baton Rouge, co-founder of Magnificat, and mother of a newly-ordained priest. Judy shares her powerful journey of growing up with an agnostic father, to raising three sons in the Church, to watching her son surrender a successful legal career and answer God’s call to the priesthood.
2025-11-051h 47Saints by NumberWhy Kevin McCall Left Success Behind to Follow God’s Call (Ep.32)In this episode, Kevin McCall shares his powerful journey from growing up Baptist to becoming a Catholic missionary. He recounts his encounters with vibrant Catholics, the call of the Holy Spirit, and the lessons he’s learned about prayer, humility, and trusting God’s guidance.
2025-09-031h 11Saints by NumberFr. Alex Harb's Journey Through the Maronite LiturgyFr. Alex Harb shares his journey through seminary, priesthood, and life experiences spanning Louisiana, Lebanon, and beyond. From the meaning of ancient prayers to the challenges of modern ministry, this conversation bridges East and West, tradition and daily life.
2025-08-271h 37Saints by NumberWhy This Anglican Priest Became Catholic - Drew ThomasIn this episode, Drew Thomas walks through life as a preacher’s kid, college soccer, seminary and Anglican ordination, and the hard questions on authority, Scripture & Tradition, and the Eucharist that led him to be received into the Catholic Church.
2025-08-061h 34Saints by NumberWhat You Never Knew About Catholicism: Fr. Alex Harb - (Ep.27)Fr. Alex delves into his journey of balancing his spiritual calling with his work as a community builder. We cover topics from doubt to discovering purpose, overcoming fear, and stepping out in faith to pursue one's mission in life.
2025-07-162h 08Saints by NumberQuit His Job, Built a Global Brand - Fr. Alex Harbor Pt.1 (Ep.27)In this two part episode, Fr. Alex Harb shares the extraordinary story of balancing faith, business, and mental health while building a global clothing brand inspired by music and soundwaves.
2025-07-162h 08Saints by NumberCalifornia Roots to Catholic Revival - Brian Pedraza Pt.1In Part 1 of this episode, Jacob sits down with Brian Pedraza—Catholic theologian, husband, father, and leader of the Dominus Project. Brian opens up about his vibrant multicultural roots, faith journey, and mission to transform Catholic family life and education in Louisiana.
2025-07-112h 02Saints by NumberJared Cavalier’s Journey of Faith, Fatherhood, and LeadershipJared Cavalier, former Marine and now principal of St. Michael High School, shares his powerful story of growing up without a father, serving in Iraq, discovering his vocation, and ultimately returning to his Catholic faith. From combat zones to classrooms, his life is a testament to redemption, leadership, and spiritual resilience.
2025-06-251h 39Saints by NumberThe Journey to Sisterhood (Ep.24)In this episode, Sister Ashley Marie Refugio Santora shares her powerful story of growing up in Catholic schools, her love of sports, personal loss, and ultimately finding her vocation as a Mercenary Sister of the Blessed Sacrament.
2025-06-182h 00Saints by NumberLuke and Katie Zumo Part II - Couple Dialog Changed Our MarriageIn this episode, we dive deep into couple dialog with Luke and Katie Zumo. They share practical ways to implement couple dialog, how to handle disagreement with love and humility, and how sacramental grace actually shows up in day-to-day decisions.
2025-06-1149 minSaints by NumberFrom Engineering to Evangelism - Father Joseph BresowarIn this episode, Jacob sits down with Father Joseph Bresowar for a conversation on trust, fasting, and spiritual clarity. Father Joseph opens up about his journey from engineering student to Catholic priest, the tension between busyness and prayer, and the importance of simplifying life to make room for God.
2025-06-041h 55Saints by NumberThe Great Mystery of Marriage - Ephesians 5, One-flesh, Headship, Submission, Couple PrayerIn this episode, Jacob and Haley sit down with Luke and his wife Katie Zumo Together, they unpack the beauty, challenge, and transformative truth behind the roles of husband and wife within Christian marriage. With honesty, vulnerability, and wisdom from personal experience, they share what it really means to live a sacramental marriage rooted in love, service, and unity.
2025-05-291h 35Saints by NumberTrace Young - Influence with Integrity (Ep.20)In this episode, LSU basketball player and social media creator Trace Young joins Jacob and Luke to share his journey—from growing up in a faith-filled home in Austin, Texas, to navigating college athletics, NIL fame, and his relationship with Christ.
2025-05-2154 minSaints by NumberFr. Eddie Martin - A Priest’s Journey Through Love, Loss, and God’s WillIn this episode, Father Eddie Martin shares his powerful testimony—one of divine providence, love, loss, and unwavering faith. From meeting his late wife in a college chemistry class to their shared mission work, this is a story that will touch hearts and ignite faith.
2025-05-141h 40Saints by NumberTrauma, Recovery, and God’s Grace - Tonja Myles (Ep.18)In this episode, we sit down with Tonja Myles as she recounts her transformation from a life of trauma and addiction to one of healing, ministry, and public service. Tonja reminds us of the power of faith, redemption, and using your voice to help others heal.
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Saints by NumberLuke Zumo - More Than an Athlete (Ep.17)In this episode, Jacob's brother Luke shares his powerful journey from D1 basketball success to finding his true calling in faith, fatherhood, and marriage. This is a moving story about identity, sacrifice, vocation, and the goodness of God at every step.
2025-04-231h 55Saints by NumberHealed by the Truth: When Jesus Became My Father | Dustin Bertrand (Ep.16)In this episode, Dustin Bertram shares an unfiltered testimony of trauma, identity, and redemption. He opens up about navigating racism, spiritual struggle, and God's persistent grace that brought healing, purpose, and peace. This is more than a story—it’s a testament to God’s ability to transform pain into a calling.
2025-04-172h 45Saints by NumberEdda Dupaquier - Raising Special Needs Kids with Faith: A Catholic TestimonyIn this episode, we dive deep into faith, family, and the powerful journey of raising children with special needs. Our guest shares her moving testimony of motherhood, the early signs of autism in her sons Noah and Mark, and how God’s grace guided her through challenges in school, diagnosis, and daily life.
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Saints by NumberFaith in Action: Fr. Brad Doyle on the Mass, Discipleship, and Parish Life | Ep. 14In this episode, Jacob Zumo sits down with Fr. Brad Doyle for a conversation on Catholic life, priestly vocation, and the centrality of the Eucharist. Fr. Brad shares his personal journey of faith, the moments that shaped his call to the priesthood, and the experiences that continue to form his ministry today.
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Saints by NumberFaith and Fatherhood - Casey Fruge | Saints By Number Ep.13What’s it like being a Catholic dad of seven kids in today’s world? In this episode, we sit down with Casey Fruge – father, husband, marathon runner, and faithful Catholic – to talk about the beauty of big family life, the challenges of parenting, tragic miscarriage, the power of prayer, and what it means to live out your vocation as a man of God.
2025-03-262h 192025-03-192h 27Saints by NumberSister Heart of Jesus - Saints By Number Ep.11A conversation with Sister Heart of Jesus
2025-03-121h 58Saints by NumberSister Heart of Jesus - Saints By Number Ep.11A conversation with Sister Heart of Jesus
2025-03-122h 12Saints by NumberEngineer to Priest - Father Matthew Graham | Saints By Number Ep.10Discover the remarkable transformation of Father Matthew Graham, from chemical engineer to Catholic priest. We explore the unexpected call to priesthood that changed his life, how engineering skills translate to spiritual leadership, the power of silence and prayer in a busy world, and insights on confession, spiritual growth, and overcoming personal struggles
2025-03-052h 12Saints by NumberFather Albert - Saints By Number Ep.9Join us for an intimate conversation with Father Albert as he shares his remarkable journey from a non-religious upbringing to discovering his vocation as a Catholic priest. In this heartfelt episode, Father Albert opens up about his search for meaning, his conversion experience, and the pivotal moments that led him to the priesthood. Through his story, we g
2025-02-262h 06Saints by NumberRoy Issa - Saints By Number Ep.8In this episode, Roy shares his remarkable journey from being born in Saudi Arabia to settling in Louisiana, including a dramatic story of nearly being purchased by a Saudi princess as an infant. Roy discusses his family's Orthodox Christian background, his transition to Catholicism, and his beautiful love story with his wife Jamie - from meeting on a dating app to getting married within a year after a transformative pilgrimage on the Camino. Their multicultural marriage beautifully demonstrates how faith transcends cultural differences.
2025-02-191h 14Saints by NumberEmily Froeba - Saints By Number Ep.7Join us for a powerful and moving conversation with Emily Froeba, Director of Campus Ministry at Saint Michael High School, as she shares her incredible journey of faith, loss, and hope. Emily opens up about leading the March for Life pilgrimage, her personal experience with multiple pregnancy losses, and founding Carriers of Hope - a ministry providing free burial services for families who have experienced miscarriage.
2025-02-131h 352025-02-121h 352025-02-051h 01Saints by NumberSurviving A Plane Crash - Michael Franco | Saints By Number Ep.5Listen to the miraculous plane crash survival story of Michael Franco and 2 other men - how this tragedy brought a deeper understanding of the power of prayer, faith, and evangelization.
2025-01-211h 55Saints by NumberFather Jeff Bayhi - Saints by Number Ep. 4In this episode, we share a conversation with Father Jeff Bayhi. Discussing his life as a priest, his relationship with Mother Teresa, and efforts to refuge victims of sex trafficking.
2025-01-081h 182024-12-231h 172024-12-191h 51Saints by NumberArt, Faith, and Community - Saints By Number Ep.1Listen along to Jacob’s journey from cradle Catholicism to 3 high schools trying to find his fit. Short lived injury ending college basketball dream catapulting his art career from the secular world to sacred and his fight through conversions of the faith. Eventually meeting his partner and wife Haley and her beautiful conversion story and testimony.
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