In this episode, Jon Leonetti connects with Curtis Martin, founder of FOCUS, for a wide-ranging conversation on faith and mission. Curtis shares stories from his recent travels training missionaries in Nebraska, Florida, and Austria, and reflects on nearly three decades of work forming disciples across the globe. He talks about the growth of FOCUS, with thousands of missionaries serving on campuses and beyond, and the joy of witnessing people come alive in Christ. Together, Jon and Curtis explore the heart of Catholic evangelization, the call to holiness, and the importance of building a Church rooted in friendship and mission.

In this episode of The Jon Leonetti Show, Jon welcomes Chris Padgett for a lively and heartfelt conversation. Chris shares stories about his love for books, his unexpected adventure of opening a bookstore, and the humor and challenges that came with it. The discussion opens into reflections on faith, family life, and finding joy in ordinary moments. Together, Jon and Chris explore the deeper meaning behind building community, holding on to hope, and laughing through the ups and downs of daily life.

In this episode Jon calls up Michael O’Neill, the “Miracle Hunter” for an unscripted conversation about faith, miracles, and the journey that led him into this unique vocation. Michael shares the story behind his nickname, tracing it back to his curiosity about relics in the late 1990s and his decision to brand his lifelong research into miracles with a title that sparks intrigue.

The discussion moves into Michael’s engineering background at Stanford, how his analytical mind meets faith, and the ways he investigates miraculous claims with rigor and reverence. Jon and Michael reflect on the balance between skepticism and belief, and why miraculous stories continue to inspire hope in today’s world.

More than just a phone call, this episode feels like eavesdropping on two friends diving deep into how God works through extraordinary signs and what it means for everyday faith.

In this first episode of The Jon Leonetti Show, Jon welcomes Mike Aquilina for a rich conversation on the early Church, the enduring witness of the saints, and the relevance of Christian tradition in today’s world. Together they explore faith, history, and how ancient wisdom continues to guide modern believers.

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