The Joyful Friar
The Joyful Friar Podcast explores the soulful, the meaningful, and the mystical in three different ways. First, Afterlife, Interrupted stories, in which someone who died suddenly and traumatically seeks my help and the help of my prayer partners.
Second, Compassionate Responses, to readers’ and listeners’ questions and concerns that arise from those stories. And third, Spiritual Practices, influenced by the Catholic Christian tradition I’ve been shaped by that reveal how goodness is at work throughout the universe and within each of us.
Each episode reveals insights about living in the present with faith and joyful hope. Be inspired to more fully receive, magnify, and share love.
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Episodes
114 episodes
Compassionate Response: Sherman, Angel Ralph, and Afterlife Travel Agent Merle
Fr. Nathan discusses the Compassionate Response to Sherman, Angel Ralph, and Afterlife Travel Agent Merle. This story is new and not included in the Afterlife, Interrupted books. You are hearing it for the first time on the podcast.
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Season 3
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Episode 112
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29:20
Afterlife, Interrupted: Sherman, Angel Ralph and Afterlife Travel Agent Merle
Fr. Nathan introduces us to Sherman, Angel Ralph, and Afterlife Travel Agent Merle. This story is new and not included in the Afterlife, Interrupted books. You are hearing it for the first time on the podcast.
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Season 3
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Episode 111
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16:17
Finding Joy with Guest: Lisa Smartt
Fr. Nathan discusses the work of Lisa Smartt, a linguist, educator, and poet. She is the author of Words at the Threshold: What We Say When We’re Nearing Death. Lisa collaborated with Dr. Raymond Moody to research final words that not ...
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Season 3
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Episode 110
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56:05
Christmas
Fr. Nathan discusses the two Christmas stories from the Gospels of Matthew and Luke. This is an encore episode.
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Season 3
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Episode 109
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56:04
Spiritual Practice: Dr. Lawrence, Long Illness, Mary, Angel Able, and the Parents
Fr. Nathan discusses the Spiritual Practice to Dr. Lawrence, Long Illness, Mary, Angel Able, and the Parents. Told in greater detail in Afterlife, Interrupted Book 3: Please Let Me Explain available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/clG9ipDGrea...
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Season 3
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Episode 108
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35:07
Compassionate Response: Dr. Lawrence, Long Illness, Mary, Angel Able, and the Parents
Fr. Nathan discusses the Compassionate Responses to Dr. Lawrence, Long Illness, Mary, Angel Able, and the Parents. Told in greater detail in Afterlife, Interrupted Book 3: Please Let Me Explain available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/clG9ipD
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Season 3
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Episode 107
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40:46
Afterlife, Interrupted: Dr. Lawrence, Long Illness, Mary, Angel Able, and the Parents
Fr. Nathan introduces us to Dr. Lawrence, Long Illness, Mary, Angel Able, and the Parents. Told in greater detail in Afterlife, Interrupted Book 3: Please Let Me Explain available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/clG9i...
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Season 3
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Episode 106
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31:07
Finding Joy with Guest: Dr. Yvonne Kason
Fr. Nathan discusses the work of Dr. Yvonne Kason, MD, MEd, CCFP, FCFP, is a world-renowned pioneer in the field of “Spiritually Transformative Experiences.” She talks about her near-death experience (NDE) and the founding of Spiritual Awakenin...
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Season 3
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Episode 105
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1:01:48
Spiritual Practice: Bridget, Not Dead, Just Bouncy
Fr. Nathan and Prayer Partner Lisa discuss the Spiritual Practices arising from Bridget: Not Dead, Just Bouncy. Told in greater detail in Afterlife, Interrupted Book Two: Helping Souls Cross Over available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/da7JdIK
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Season 3
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Episode 104
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36:36
Compassionate Response: Bridget, Not Dead, Just Bouncy
Fr. Nathan discusses the Compassionate Responses to Bridget: Not Dead, Just Bouncy. Told in greater detail in Afterlife, Interrupted Book Two: Helping Souls Cross Over available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/da7JdIK
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Season 3
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Episode 103
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24:30
Afterlife, Interrupted: Bridget: Not Dead, Just Bouncy
Fr. Nathan introduces us to Bridget: Not Dead, Just Bouncy. Told in greater detail in Afterlife, Interrupted Book Two: Helping Souls Cross Over available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/da7JdIK
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Season 3
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Episode 103
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24:06
Finding Joy with Guest: Kimberly Sharp Clark
Fr. Nathan discusses the work of Kimberly Clark Sharp, MSW, LICSW, who is the founder of the Seattle chapter of the International Association of Near-Death Studies, (IANDS) the world’s oldest support group for near-death experiencers, since 19...
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Season 3
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Episode 101
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53:31
Two-Year Anniversary with Guest Host: Dana Taylor
Guest Host Dana Taylor interviews Fr. Nathan Castle, O.P. on the 2nd anniversary of The Joyful Friar Podcast.Dana's meditation mentioned in the podcast:Opening Chakras with the Lord's Prayer: A Healing Meditation
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Season 2
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Episode 100
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1:10:20
Spiritual Practice: Leaper/Bob Who Fell But Floats
Fr. Nathan discusses the Spiritual Practices arising from Leaper/Bob Who Fell But Floats. Told in greater detail in Afterlife, Interrupted Book Two: Helping Souls Cross Over available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/da7JdIK*This episode discu...
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Season 2
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Episode 99
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52:32
Compassionate Response: Leaper/Bob Who Fell But Floats
Fr. Nathan discusses the Compassionate Response to Leaper/Bob Who Fell But Floats. Told in greater detail in Afterlife, Interrupted Book Two: Helping Souls Cross Over available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/da7JdIK*This episode discusses Su...
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Season 2
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Episode 98
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28:31
Afterlife, Interrupted: Leaper/Bob Who Fell But Floats
Fr. Nathan introduces us to Leaper/Bob Who Fell But Floats. Told in greater detail in Afterlife, Interrupted Book Two: Helping Souls Cross Over available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/da7JdIK*This episode discusses Suicide. If you need help...
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Season 2
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Episode 97
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19:46
Finding Joy with Guest: Father Kevin Goodrich, O.P.
Fr. Nathan discusses Father Kevin Goodrich, O.P.'s (Anglican Order of Preachers) captivating spiritual journey. Father Kevin embarked on an exploration of diverse religions and spiritual paths, eventually discovering the writings of Christian m...
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Season 2
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Episode 96
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37:58
Spiritual Practices: Rudolfo, The Martyred Farm Worker
Fr. Nathan discusses the Spiritual Practices arising from Rudolfo, The Martyred Farm Worker. Told in greater detail in "Afterlife, Interrupted Book Three: Please Let Me Explain" available on Amazon https://a.co/d/4ycig0R
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Season 2
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Episode 95
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42:25
Compassionate Response: Rudolfo, The Martyred Farm Worker
Fr. Nathan discusses the Compassionate Responses to Rudolfo, The Martyred Farm Work. Told in greater detail in "Afterlife, Interrupted Book Three: Please Let Me Explain" available on Amazon https://a.co/d/4ycig0R
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24:53
Afterlife, Interrupted: Rudolfo, The Martyred Farm Worker
Fr. Nathan introduces us to Rudolfo, The Martyred Farm Worker. Told in greater detail in "Afterlife, Interrupted Book Three: Please Let Me Explain" available on Amazon https://a.co/d/4ycig0R
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Season 2
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Episode 93
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22:36
Finding Joy with Guest: Suzanne Giesemann
Fr. Nathan discusses the work of Suzanne Giesemann, whose mission changed from serving her country to serving those dealing with human challenges. Her work provides stunning evidence of Universal Consciousness and our interconnectedness. <...
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Season 2
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Episode 92
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46:11
Finding Joy with Guest: Mark Anthony, JD, AKA: The Psychic Lawyer
Happy summer! Fr. Nathan is taking a few weeks off from recording The Joyful Friar Podcast. During this time, we will be replaying the most-watched episodes!Enjoy this encore episode where Fr. Nathan discusses the Electromagnetic Soul w...
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Season 2
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Episode 91
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56:11
Finding Joy with Guest: Dr. Bruce Greyson
Happy summer! Fr. Nathan is taking a few weeks off from recording The Joyful Friar Podcast. During this time, we will be replaying the most-watched episodes!Enjoy this encore episode where Fr. Nathan discusses Dr. Bruce Greyson's resear...
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Season 2
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Episode 90
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40:19
Finding Joy with Guest: Byron Katie (unedited)
Happy summer! Fr. Nathan is taking a few weeks off from recording The Joyful Friar Podcast. During this time, we will replay the most-watched episodes!Enjoy this episode of Fr. Nathan and Byron Katie unedited as they discuss her work: "...
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Season 2
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Episode 89
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1:02:30
Finding Joy with Guest: Cathryn Castle Garcia
Fr. Nathan discusses Finding Joy with Guest: Cathryn Castle Garcia. Cathryn is Fr. Nathan’s sister and book publisher. She is co-owner C2G2 Productions, a multimedia company specializing in underwater and wildlife 8k film production. She and he...
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Season 2
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Episode 88
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43:06