Dr. John Bergsma

Love Basics for Catholics 

Break 1

Finding a good Catholic spouse 

Be fruitful and multiply

Break 2

Marital intimacy after a hysterectomy 

Dr. John Bergsma joins Doug to discuss his book, Love Basics for Catholics.

 

Listener questions and comments:
Sharon - I have two children who are good Catholics but are unmarried. They don’t have good places and ways to meet. (21:52)
Bob - My daughter runs speed dating in Arizona. There has been some success with it. (41:22)
Ralph - I think these kids should be looking for Christian spouses outside the Church. (44:25)

 

Resources:

Love Basics for Catholics

https://stpaulcenter.com/store/love-basics-for-catholics-illustrating-gods-love-for-us-throughout-the-bible

 

Dr. John Bergsma

https://www.johnbergsma.com/#welcome

 

St. Paul Center

https://stpaulcenter.com/events

 

Altum Young Adults

https://altumyoungadults.org/

Dr. John Bergsma joins Doug to discuss his book,&nbsp;Love Basics for Catholics.
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Listener questions and comments:
<ul>
<li>Sharon - I have two children who are good Catholics but are unmarried. They don&rsquo;t have good places and ways to meet. (21:52)</li>
<li>Bob - My daughter runs speed dating in Arizona. There has been some success with it. (41:22)</li>
<li>Ralph - I think these kids should be looking for Christian spouses outside the Church. (44:25)</li>
</ul>
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Resources:
Love Basics for Catholics
<a href="https://stpaulcenter.com/store/love-basics-for-catholics-illustrating-gods-love-for-us-throughout-the-bible">https://stpaulcenter.com/store/love-basics-for-catholics-illustrating-gods-love-for-us-throughout-the-bible</a>
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Dr. John Bergsma
<a href="https://www.johnbergsma.com/#welcome">https://www.johnbergsma.com/#welcome</a>
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St. Paul Center
<a href="https://stpaulcenter.com/events">https://stpaulcenter.com/events</a>
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Altum Young Adults
<a href="https://altumyoungadults.org/">https://altumyoungadults.org/</a>

Marriage Unhindered is a sincere exploration of the joys and challenges within the realm of marriage. Hosted by the seasoned Doug Hinderer, this one-hour, caller-based show is scheduled to air Monday through Friday at 5PM CT, and will offer listeners an authentic journey into the complexities of marital relationships.

Marriage Unhindered is a sincere exploration of the joys and challenges within the realm of marriage. Hosted by the seasoned Doug Hinderer, this one-hour, caller-based show is scheduled to air Monday through Friday at 5PM CT, and will offer listeners an authentic journey into the complexities of marital relationships.

Marriage Unhindered

Biblical Foundations of Love

Grandchild's live-in boyfriend

Respecting boundaries

Spouse does't see the change

Protecting your heart

Trust after breakups 

How should you handle an out-of-town family reunion when one of your grandchildren wants to share a room with their live-in boyfriend? Why can’t my wife see that I have changed for the better? Doug goes to the mailbag answering these questions and more.

 

Listener questions and comments:
Rosie - I am in a second sacramental marriage and in the eyes of God and the Church, but not the state. Is this uncommon? We don’t live together and he comes to stay with me for a few days a week. (10:17)
Ray - How do you respond when a third party intrudes in your marriage? (19:40)
Michelle - I was dating someone that was going to Church with me and we broke up and got back together. I kept seeing him with other women. Now he's baptized. What should I do? (38:05)

How should you handle an out-of-town family reunion when one of your grandchildren wants to share a room with their live-in boyfriend? Why can&rsquo;t my wife see that I have changed for the better? Doug goes to the mailbag answering these questions and more.
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Listener questions and comments:
<ul>
<li>Rosie - I am in a second sacramental marriage and in the eyes of God and the Church, but not the state. Is this uncommon? We don&rsquo;t live together and he comes to stay with me for a few days a week. (10:17)</li>
<li>Ray - How do you respond when a third party intrudes in your marriage? (19:40)</li>
<li>Michelle - I was dating someone that was going to Church with me and we broke up and got back together. I kept seeing him with other women. Now he's baptized. What should I do? (38:05)</li>
</ul>

Family Values & Modern Relationships

When times are tough

Declarations of nullity 

Valid marriages

Are you in a difficult marriage? Are the people around you encouraging you to get a divorce? Today, Leila Miller joins Doug to discuss fidelity to your marriage vows even when it’s difficult.

 

Listener questions and comments:
Joe - I have a friend who is considering an annulment. What should I say to him? (18:42)
Vinnie - America is a throw-away culture, so it encourages this problem. (28:40)
Annie - Fr. John Hardon and marriage (30:35)
Marci - I was married, got a divorce, then we remarried, and I wonder which marriage is valid. (38:23)
Rita - The basis of psychological reasons is overused, but I think it’s still a valid argument. Sometimes it really prevents you from fulfilling your vows. (43:42 )

 

Resources:

 

Leila Miller

https://www.leilamiller.net/

 

Impossible Marriages Redeemed

https://www.amazon.com/dp/0997989327/ref=cm_sw_r_fa_dp_U_Co5EEb40NF6EJ?fbclid=IwAR28wrf8nNEkRoZwVENtRanjxAEuY7Xah8PuqKvUweuM7aNWcTwddgVg-CM

 

Divorce, annul, move on? Let's return to the mind of the Church

https://www.leilamiller.net/blog/2020/3/24/impossible-marriages-redeemed-the-introduction

 

God’s Plan for your Marriage

https://godsplanforyourmarriagebook.com/

 

Marriage Problems by Venerable Archbishop Fulton Sheen

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tk_5qNVfeYA

 

 

Are you in a difficult marriage? Are the people around you encouraging you to get a divorce? Today, Leila Miller joins Doug to discuss fidelity to your marriage vows even when it&rsquo;s difficult.
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Listener questions and comments:
<ul>
<li>Joe - I have a friend who is considering an annulment. What should I say to him? (18:42)</li>
<li>Vinnie - America is a throw-away culture, so it encourages this problem. (28:40)</li>
<li>Annie - Fr. John Hardon and marriage (30:35)</li>
<li>Marci - I was married, got a divorce, then we remarried, and I wonder which marriage is valid. (38:23)</li>
<li>Rita - The basis of psychological reasons is overused, but I think it&rsquo;s still a valid argument. Sometimes it really prevents you from fulfilling your vows. (43:42 )</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Resources:
&nbsp;
Leila Miller
<a href="https://www.leilamiller.net/">https://www.leilamiller.net/</a>
&nbsp;
Impossible Marriages Redeemed
<a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/0997989327/ref=cm_sw_r_fa_dp_U_Co5EEb40NF6EJ?fbclid=IwAR28wrf8nNEkRoZwVENtRanjxAEuY7Xah8PuqKvUweuM7aNWcTwddgVg-CM">https://www.amazon.com/dp/0997989327/ref=cm_sw_r_fa_dp_U_Co5EEb40NF6EJ?fbclid=IwAR28wrf8nNEkRoZwVENtRanjxAEuY7Xah8PuqKvUweuM7aNWcTwddgVg-CM</a>
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Divorce, annul, move on? Let's return to the mind of the Church
<a href="https://www.leilamiller.net/blog/2020/3/24/impossible-marriages-redeemed-the-introduction">https://www.leilamiller.net/blog/2020/3/24/impossible-marriages-redeemed-the-introduction</a>
&nbsp;
God&rsquo;s Plan for your Marriage
<a href="https://godsplanforyourmarriagebook.com/">https://godsplanforyourmarriagebook.com/</a>
&nbsp;
Marriage Problems by Venerable Archbishop Fulton Sheen
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tk_5qNVfeYA">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tk_5qNVfeYA</a>
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Honoring Vows Through Hardship

Magdala Ministries 

Why women get addicted to porn 

Viewing pornography with my spouse 

How husbands can help their wives 

Importance of forgiveness

Rachael Killackey of Magdala Ministries joins Doug to discuss the often-overlooked issue of pornography addiction among women. Together, they explore why women struggle with pornography, the underlying factors that can contribute to addiction, and the hope available for healing. They also discuss the role of forgiveness in the recovery process and offer practical guidance for husbands who want to support their wives with compassion and encouragement as they work toward freedom.

 

Listener questions and comments:
Veronica - I first viewed pornography when I was 7 because I found my dad’s magazines. MTV made it worse. It really hurt my marriage when my husband and I watched it together. (19:45)
Mary - I am a recovering porn addict, and it is difficult because it is everywhere. I had to delete all my social media accounts. (24:29)
Keri - My daughter is online making money from porn. She wants to stop, but she likes the money. She cannot love a man, and it is affecting the entire family. How can I help her? (29:15)
Margaret – I’m almost 70 years old. My dad worked in the porn industry, and all of us children were affected by this. None of us had a healthy marriage. It’s difficult to fight for virtue, but it’s so worth it to help your own children. (46:00)

 

Resources:  

 

Magdala Ministries

https://www.magdalaministries.org/

 

Men and Pornography Addiction

https://relevantradio.com/2026/04/men-and-pornography-addiction/

Rachael Killackey of Magdala Ministries joins Doug to discuss the often-overlooked issue of pornography addiction among women. Together, they explore why women struggle with pornography, the underlying factors that can contribute to addiction, and the hope available for healing. They also discuss the role of forgiveness in the recovery process and offer practical guidance for husbands who want to support their wives with compassion and encouragement as they work toward freedom.
&nbsp;
Listener questions and comments:
<ul>
<li>Veronica - I first viewed pornography when I was 7 because I found my dad&rsquo;s magazines. MTV made it worse. It really hurt my marriage when my husband and I watched it together. (19:45)</li>
<li>Mary - I am a recovering porn addict, and it is difficult because it is everywhere. I had to delete all my social media accounts. (24:29)</li>
<li>Keri - My daughter is online making money from porn. She wants to stop, but she likes the money. She cannot love a man, and it is affecting the entire family. How can I help her? (29:15)</li>
<li>Margaret &ndash; I&rsquo;m almost 70 years old. My dad worked in the porn industry, and all of us children were affected by this. None of us had a healthy marriage. It&rsquo;s difficult to fight for virtue, but it&rsquo;s so worth it to help your own children. (46:00)</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Resources: &nbsp;
&nbsp;
Magdala Ministries
<a href="https://www.magdalaministries.org/">https://www.magdalaministries.org/</a>
&nbsp;
Men and Pornography Addiction
<a href="https://relevantradio.com/2026/04/men-and-pornography-addiction/">https://relevantradio.com/2026/04/men-and-pornography-addiction/</a>

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