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Thriving in the Space Between

The Intentional Single

Thriving in the Space Between is a place for Catholic single and dating gals to be seen, known, loved on, and journeyed with. We know you’re tired of feeling overlooked in your ache. Because holding onto hope while single and dating can be one of the most challenging things you’ve ever done. Get ready for countless gems on how to live a full and whole lifestyle, diving into dating, mindsets, hormones, theology, all the things! We’re excited to journey alongside you, because this side of Heaven we

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33:56

Take the Gold, Leave the Dirt | Episode 158

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2026/10/09

Must everything we listen to, read, or learn align perfectly with our Catholic faith to have value? In a culture quick to cancel voices we disagree with, how can we recognize truth without compromising what we believe? In this episode, we explore the virtue of prudence and how to discern what is true, good, and worth receiving ... even when we don’t agree with everything someone says. Drawing on the wisdom of St. Thomas Aquinas, we unpack how to balance our emotions, intelle...

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58:41

Your Cycle Is Speaking: Are You Listening? with...

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2026/10/02

Could it be that the symptoms you’ve spent years fighting are not signs that your body has betrayed you, but invitations to listen, understand, and care for the body God gave you? Caitlin Estes, certified fertility care practitioner and author of Woven Well, joins us for an empowering conversation about women’s reproductive health, cycle tracking, fertility awareness, and the dignity of every woman. We unpack why painful periods and debilitating symptoms shouldn’t simply be dismissed as...

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54:05

Your Cycle Matters ... Even When You’re Single with...

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2026/09/29

Have you ever considered that your menstrual cycle isn’t a burden to endure, but a gift that reveals something beautiful about how God created you? In this episode, Clare joins us to explore the connection between Theology of the Body, women’s health, and the spiritual significance of our cycles. Clare shares her personal journey with endometriosis, PCOS, and the search for answers, along with how understanding her body transformed her relationship with God. Discover why learning about ...

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52:39

How to Hope Without Knowing the Ending with Katie...

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2026/09/25

Have you prayed for marriage, hoped for love, and put yourself out there again and again ... but you’re starting to wonder how much longer your heart can keep doing this? Katie Klee joins us for an honest conversation about the gritty reality of singleness, heartbreak, unanswered prayers, and learning to trust that God is good even when His plan looks nothing like the one you imagined. We talk about wrestling honestly with the Lord, surrendering your vocation without giving up your des...

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31:21

Making a Home in the Space Between | Mini Episode 154

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2026/09/22

What if you stopped treating your current living situation like a waiting room for the life you really want? In this mini episode, Maria and Meghan talk honestly about the complicated emotions and decisions that can come with living alone, having roommates, living with family, renting, or buying a home while single. They explore the stories we attach to where we live, the grief that can come with an unexpected timeline, and how to create a beautiful, meaningful home without waiting for...

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68:38

Hope & Intimacy with Jesus with Beth Davis | Episode 153

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2026/09/18

What do you do when you deeply desire marriage, but your prayers haven’t been answered yet? In this beautiful conversation, Beth Davis shares honestly about her own journey of longing, disappointment, wrestling with God, and learning to trust Him more deeply. We explore what it really means to: develop intimacy with Jesus, bring your unmet desires and even your anger to Him, surrender without shutting down your desires, and discover that hope is ultimately rooted ...

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27:28

The Permission to Rest and Play | Mini Episode 152

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2026/09/11

What if you’re feeling depleted not because you need to do more, but because you need to rest differently? In this mini episode, Maria explores why rest, play, and time in nature are essential to our physical, emotional, mental, relational, and spiritual well-being. She breaks down different kinds of rest and offers a simple question to help you recognize what you actually need: What kind of tired am I? If you’re constantly producing, carrying, striving, or feeling like you have to ho...

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46:53

Q&A with Sundaes with Mary | Bonus Episode 151

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2026/09/08

What do you do when you’ve been single for a long time, dating feels exhausting, or fear says you’ll never find the relationship you desire? In this Q&A episode, Mary, Maria, and Meghan tackle some of the most vulnerable questions from women navigating singleness and dating. From holding onto hope in your 30s and 40s to avoiding over-functioning in relationships, navigating body image and vulnerability, and knowing when to have difficult conversations about sexual purity. I...

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51:35

What Makes Someone the Right Person to Marry? with...

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2026/09/04

What if chemistry isn’t enough to tell you whether someone is truly right for you? In Part 2 of our conversation with Alison Armstrong, we dive into boundaries, honest communication, attraction, discernment, and what to look for when you’re dating. You’ll learn why expressing your needs early matters, how to recognize whether you and a potential partner are headed in the same direction, and why shared values and consistent action matter far more than simply feeling a strong connection...

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60:01

The Hidden Ways Women Emasculate Men with Alison...

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2026/08/28

What if some of the biggest challenges between men and women aren’t about bad intentions—but about instincts, patterns, and the ways we’ve learned to relate? In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, Alison Armstrong—who has spent more than 30 years studying men and relationships—shares eye-opening insights into emasculation, criticism, conflict, appreciation, complementary strengths, and why healthy partnership requires learning to stay on the same team. We also explore one of the mos...

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30:59

Your Relationships Right Now Matter More Than You...

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2026/08/25

What if your life isn’t on hold while you wait for marriage? In this mini episode, Meghan invites single women to stop treating their current relationships as placeholders or preparation for “real life.” The people God has placed in your life today are opportunities for real love, intimacy, growth, forgiveness, communication, boundaries, and connection—right now. You’ll be encouraged to reflect on the relationship skills you’re already practicing, including vulnerability, repair after...

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25:37

You Deserve a Good Man: Self-Worth, Boundaries & the...

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2026/08/21

Are you staying in a dating relationship because you're afraid that if you walk away, there won't be anyone else? Or struggling to speak up when a man's words, choices, or values cross a line? In this episode, Maria and Megan talk honestly about self-worth, boundaries, non-negotiables, and the fear of scarcity in dating. You'll be encouraged to recognize that you don't have to compromise your values or dignity to keep a relationship—and that sometimes the most loving thing you can do f...

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78:02

How to Recognize a Good Man: Character, Growth &...

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2026/08/14

What if the man you’re dating doesn’t have everything figured out yet ... but he is growing? In this conversation, Chris Chapman brings decades of experience as a husband, father, teacher, and Catholic man to the often-confusing questions surrounding dating, masculinity, and relationships. Chris shares what women should actually look for in a man while offering a refreshing perspective on why we shouldn’t expect a “ready-made” man. You’ll also hear his thoughts on masculinity, pornogr...

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72:30

Healing your Inner Child: Where Faith, Body &...

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2026/08/11

What if the reactions, fears, and relationship patterns you struggle with today are connected to parts of your story that were never fully healed? In this powerful conversation, Brya Hanan unpacks inner child work, IFS/parts work, and somatic healing through a deeply Catholic lens. She explains: why our bodies can hold memories and emotions that our minds have pushed aside, how old wounds can shape our attachment and dating patterns, and why healing means learning to feel saf...

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50:03

Behind the Coach: Getting to Know Maria | Episode 144

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2026/08/07

Have you ever wondered about the story behind one of the voices of Thriving in the Space Between? In this episode, Meghan turns the tables and interviews Maria Spears Mumaugh, uncovering the experiences that shaped her heart for coaching and ministry. From growing up with five brothers to navigating a long season of singleness, embracing God's unexpected timing, and finding joy in marriage, Maria shares the lessons that transformed her life and the hope she wants every woman to k...

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62:53

Preparing Your Heart for Marriage with Ester Brooks |...

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2026/07/31

What if preparing for marriage has less to do with finding the right person—and more to do with becoming someone who loves well today? What if the life you're longing for begins with how you choose to love today? In this episode, Ester Brooks shares how discovering Christ later in life transformed her understanding of love, marriage, forgiveness, and authentic femininity. Together, we explore how choosing sacrificial love in the present moment and growing closer to Christ can help...

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59:40

Behind the Microphone: Getting to Know Meghan |...

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2026/07/28

This week, we go behind the scenes with Maria interviewing Meghan, so you can get to know us better. From friendships and dating to entrepreneurship, suffering, singleness, faith, and learning to trust God through unexpected seasons, Meghan shares the experiences that have shaped who she is today. You'll hear honest stories about navigating a diagnosis, embracing vulnerability, finding joy in the present season, building meaningful friendships, and what it really looks like to hold hope while...

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69:48

What Actually Makes a Great Match? with Matchmaker...

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2026/07/24

If dating has left you discouraged, overwhelmed, or wondering if you'll ever meet the right person, this conversation offers a refreshing perspective. Professional Catholic matchmaker Madigan shares what she's learned from matching hundreds of singles, revealing: why shared values matter more than perfect checklists, how fear and unrealistic expectations can keep us stuck, and what truly leads to lasting relationships. Whether you're actively dating or simply prayin...

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If You're 30-35+ and Feeling Stuck, Listen to This |...

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2026/07/17

If you've been waiting for marriage for years and find yourself feeling discouraged, guarded, or stuck, this mini episode is for you. Maria speaks directly to women in their 30s and beyond about the subtle ways disappointment can harden our hearts and how choosing surrender instead of giving up opens the door to hope, healing, and joy. If you've been surviving instead of truly living, this conversation will gently challenge and encourage you to take one small step toward the freed...

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Dating, Healing & the Six Intimacy Skills with Amy...

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2026/07/14

What if the healthiest relationship advice isn't about finding the right person—but becoming the right person? In this powerful follow-up conversation, relationship coach Amy Davenport shares how the Six Intimacy Skills transformed her marriage and now help women cultivate healthier, more joyful relationships. Together, we discuss fear, control, vulnerability, respect, self-care, and what it really means to live from your God-given feminine identity. Whether you're single, dating, engag...

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