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  Health Care Is a Moral Battleground | Louis Brown 16.09.2026 41dk

  The way we approach health care reveals what we believe about the human person.In this episode of Eleven Talents, Louis Brown Jr., J.D., Executive Director of the Christ Medicus Foundation, joins Stephen Henley to explore the relationship between Catholic faith, health care, religious freedom, and the defense of human dignity.Louis reflects on his journey from law and public policy to Christ-centered health care, the moral challenges facing the medical system, and the responsibility of Catholics to remain engaged in the decisions shaping health care today.He also discusses the next phase of the pro-life movement, conscience rights for medical professionals, and the importance of building a culture of love rooted in the truth about the human person.
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  AI Can’t Replace the Human Leader | Joe Hart 09.09.2026 49dk

  AI is transforming the way we work. But it may be making human leadership more important than ever.In this episode of Eleven Talents, Joe Hart, CEO of Dale Carnegie, explains why the skills that make great leaders cannot be automated: communication, judgment, empathy, trust, collaboration, and the ability to genuinely connect with people. Joe shares how Dale Carnegie’s century-old principles remain remarkably relevant in today’s rapidly changing world, why leaders must learn to see things from another person’s point of view, and why the best leaders are often the ones humble enough to listen.He also explores the future of leadership in the age of AI, the importance of being intentional about how we think and interact with others, and why what makes us human may ultimately be our greatest leadership advantage.To learn more about Legatus, click here
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  “From This Day Forward, I Am Not Catholic!” | Jeff Cavins 02.09.2026 50dk

  Jeff Cavins once stood before a bishop and publicly declared, “From this day forward, I am not Catholic!” He became a Protestant pastor, but his search for truth eventually brought him home to the Catholic Church—and led him to create the Great Adventure Bible Timeline, the framework behind The Bible in a Year.In this episode of Eleven Talents, Jeff shares why he left Catholicism, what brought him back, and how understanding Scripture as one connected story can transform the way we live, work, and lead.
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  The Supernatural Side of Business Leadership | Fr. Mathias Thelen 26.08.2026 48dk

  Do miracles still happen—and what do they have to do with the way we lead? Fr. Mathias Thelen, co-founder and president of Encounter Ministries, joins Stephen Henley for a conversation about modern miracles, healing, human formation, and faith-driven leadership. Fr. Mathias shares why he believes the Holy Spirit remains active today and explains how authentic relationships prepare us to recognize and respond to God’s work. He and Stephen also explore what these truths mean for entrepreneurs and business leaders: how we develop people, build healthy cultures, make courageous decisions, and bring faith into the workplace. This episode challenges us to expect more from God—and to rethink what it means to build, lead, and serve. 
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  Religious Freedom Under Fire: Erin Mersino on the Supreme Court & Title IX 19.08.2026 45dk

  Religious freedom may be written into the Constitution—but without people willing to defend it, those protections are only words. Constitutional attorney and Legatus member Erin Mersino joins the Eleven Talents Podcast to share her journey from criminal prosecutor to religious-liberty advocate. She recounts helping lead the legal fight against the HHS mandate, obtaining one of the country’s first injunctions against it, and ultimately winning at the Supreme Court. Erin opens up about bringing her Catholic faith into the courtroom, the prayers she turns to before a case and how she balances a demanding legal vocation with raising five boys. She also shares the moving story of her youngest son’s Down syndrome diagnosis and his unexpected birth at home. The conversation looks ahead to the legal battles facing America—including free speech, faith in public life, Title IX, women’s sports and the meaning of religious liberty itself. It’s a conversation about courage, motherhood, justice and answering God’s call when the stakes are high. 
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  When Work Becomes Worship: Biblical Business Lessons | Dr. John Bergsma 12.08.2026 57dk

  Work was never meant to compete with worship. It was meant to become an offering.In this episode of Eleven Talents, biblical scholar Dr. John Bergsma returns to the Garden of Eden to present Adam as the first CEO, a leader entrusted with people, resources, responsibility, and a mission. Adam’s fall becomes history’s first leadership failure, revealing what happens when stewardship is separated from obedience to God.Dr. Bergsma also draws business lessons from Solomon, the wisest king of the Old Testament, whose life demonstrates that wisdom, wealth, and success are not enough when ambition loses its proper order.The conversation then becomes deeply personal as Dr. Bergsma reflects on the loss of his son and his profound encounter with redemptive suffering. His Catholic faith gave him more than an explanation for pain; it showed him how suffering united to Christ can be transformed and offered.This conversation challenges Catholic leaders to reintegrate work with worship, treat success as stewardship, and entrust both life’s highest joys and deepest losses to God.
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  What Surrender Looks Like After Raising $130M | Hallow Co-Founder Alessandro DiSanto 05.08.2026 1sa

  On paper, Alessandro DiSanto was succeeding. In reality, everything around him was beginning to disintegrate. Then his best friend, a McKinsey consultant, encountered the peace of God through prayer. That experience changed the direction of their lives and helped lead to the founding of Hallow. Alessandro joins Legatus President Stephen Henley to discuss his early addiction to success, why Hallow chose a for-profit model, and what surrender looks like after raising more than $130 million in capital. He also shares advice for young entrepreneurs learning to recognize and sharpen their God-given gifts. 
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  Run Into the Storm: Two Men and a Truck’s Brig Sorber on Faith and Loss 29.07.2026 1sa 1dk

  Six months before this conversation, Brig Sorber’s wife of 40 years, Fran, died by suicide. In the grief that followed, Brig made a decision: he would not run away from the storm. Brig compares it to the difference between a buffalo and a cow. The cow runs away from the storm, while the buffalo moves directly into it. For Brig, “being the buffalo” means trusting Christ and allowing the Holy Spirit to carry him through pain he cannot carry alone. Brig also shares how he helped grow Two Men and a Truck from a $200 pickup into a major franchise with more than 3,200 trucks. He explains why business success ultimately left him feeling empty, how he surrendered the company to Christ and how his faith shaped the way he led through growth, recession and the eventual sale of the business. Brig joins Legatus President Stephen Henley for an honest conversation about faith, family, leadership, grief and choosing to run into life’s storms instead of away from them. 
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  Four Super Habits | Dr. Andrew Abela 22.07.2026 56dk

  Dr. Andrew Abela—Dean of the Busch School of Business at The Catholic University of America, author of Super Habits, and editor of A Catechism for Business—joins the Eleven Talents Podcast for a thought-provoking conversation on what it truly means to live out your Catholic faith in the marketplace.From rediscovering his faith during business school in Switzerland to helping shape the next generation of ethical business leaders, Dr. Abela shares why virtue isn't just good theology—it's the foundation of lasting success. He explains how habits rooted in prudence, justice, courage, and self-discipline can transform the way we lead, make decisions, and build thriving organizations.The conversation also explores the importance of Catholic community, raising children in the faith, forming workplace cultures that prioritize people over profits, and why businesses that genuinely serve their employees often outperform their competitors over the long term.Whether you're an executive, entrepreneur, young professional, or anyone seeking to integrate faith into your daily work, this episode offers practical wisdom and timeless principles for becoming both a better leader and a more faithful disciple.In this episode you'll learn:Why virtue is the ultimate "super habit"How faith shapes authentic business leadershipThe connection between company culture and long-term successPractical ways young professionals can stay rooted in their faithWhy treating people with dignity is both morally right and good businessThis conversation is a compelling reminder that true success isn't measured only by profit—it's measured by the lives we impact and the character we cultivate.
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  Faith Has Only Helped My Business | Tim Busch 15.07.2026 39dk

  What happens when a business leader is not afraid to make his faith known?Tim Busch has built a career across hospitality, law, wine, and professional sports, including his involvement with the Vegas Golden Knights. Along the way, he has remained open about his Catholic faith and says it has only helped him in business.In this episode of the Eleven Talents Podcast, Tim joins Legatus President Stephen Henley to discuss how his faith influences the way he leads, makes decisions, and responds to the responsibilities that come with success.He also talks about Pacific Hospitality Group, the Napa Institute, Catholic education, evangelization, and why business leaders should think beyond profit.For Tim, faith is not separate from his work. It is at the heart of how he lives and leads.https://napa-institute.org/ https://trinitascellars.com/https://business.catholic.edu/
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  Redemption, Spiritual motherhood, and The Truth that every life is a gift. 08.07.2026 24dk

  “Was it alive?”That question changed everything.Mother Concepta and Sister Maris Stella of the Sisters of Life join Eleven Talents for a powerful conversation on abortion, human dignity, mercy, vocation, and the sacredness of every human life.Mother Concepta shares the remarkable story of growing up with a father who performed abortions — and how God called her to become a Sister of Life, dedicating her life to serving women, accompanying families, and witnessing to the dignity of every person.This episode is a moving reflection on healing, redemption, spiritual motherhood, and the truth that every life is a gift.
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  Is Your Money Working Against Your Faith? | Chris McMahon 24.06.2026 38dk

  Chris McMahon joins Eleven Talents for a powerful conversation on faith, finance, stewardship, and the responsibility that comes with success. As a Catholic wealth advisor and Legatus’ 2024 Ambassador of the Year, Chris shares how business leaders can think more deeply about what their money supports, how wealth can become a tool for mission, and why faithful leadership must extend into every part of life, including our investments. 
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  Is There a Woman in Da Vinci's Last Supper? | Liz Lev Explains 17.06.2026 47dk

  Stephen Henley sits down with Dr. Elizabeth “Liz” Lev, a Rome-based art historian, author, professor, Vatican Museums consultant, and renowned guide for world leaders, actors, filmmakers, and cultural figures visiting the churches, museums, and sacred art of Rome.For more than 25 years, Liz has helped people encounter the beauty, history, and faith behind the Eternal City. Her expertise has also led her to consult with major cultural figures including Ron Howard, Tom Hanks, Kevin James, and others seeking to better understand Catholic history, the Vatican, and the stories behind some of the world’s most famous works of art.Together, Stephen and Liz explore the truth behind Da Vinci’s Last Supper, why beauty matters in an efficiency-driven culture, and what Catholic business leaders can learn from sacred art, reflection, and wonder.For CEOs, executives, and entrepreneurs, this conversation is a reminder that beauty is not decoration; it's formation. It shapes how we see, how we lead, and how we build cultures worthy of the human person.
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  Immaculée Ilibagiza | Left to Tell: Spared for a Mission 10.06.2026 58dk

  Immaculée Ilibagiza, author of Left to Tell, joins Eleven Talents to share her extraordinary story of surviving the Rwandan genocide, discovering God in the midst of terror, and choosing forgiveness after unimaginable loss. In this deeply moving conversation, Immaculée reflects on prayer, suffering, mercy, the Rosary, and the courage it takes to forgive. Her witness offers Catholic leaders a powerful reminder that faith is not theoretical — it is lived in the hardest moments of life, when trust, courage, and surrender matter most. 
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  45 Days in a Coma to Leading the Eucharistic Revival | Jason Shanks 03.06.2026 47dk

  Jason Shanks wasn't supposed to survive. In late 2020, he spent 45 days intubated in a COVID-19 coma, his organs shutting down. Today, he is a walking miracle who is helping lead the National Eucharistic Congress—one of the largest Catholic gatherings in US history. In this episode of the 11 Talents Podcast, Jason takes us through the incredible chapters of his life. We explore his intellectual and spiritual journey from a Protestant worldview to the Catholic Church, driven by a deep study of the Eucharist. We also dive into his entrepreneurial mindset as the former President of the OSV Institute, where he championed a "Catholic Shark Tank" approach to fund bold, risk-taking ministries that push the Church forward. Now serving as the President of the National Eucharistic Congress, Jason shares the raw, emotional details of his medical crisis and the beautiful spiritual revelation he received while paralyzed in a hospital bed: the profound connection between human suffering and the presence of Christ in the Tabernacle. 
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  Raymond Arroyo | Lessons from Mother Angelica 27.05.2026 48dk

  Raymond Arroyo joins Eleven Talents to discuss the leadership legacy of Mother Angelica and the lessons he learned working alongside one of the most influential Catholic media founders and entrepreneurs in modern history. A conversation on faith-driven leadership, building with conviction, storytelling, risk-taking, and what it means to create something lasting through mission and purpose. For Catholic business leaders, entrepreneurs, creators, and anyone seeking to lead with faith. 
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  The "Whackjob for Jesus": Michael Guarino on Radical Faith and Healthcare Entrepreneurship 20.05.2026 52dk

  Healthcare entrepreneur Mike Guarino says his life changed forever after a profound moment involving his non-verbal autistic daughter’s First Holy Communion — an experience that transformed both his faith and the way he runs his businesses. Now the founder of MetaCare USA and creator of Clergy Care, Mike shares how he went from being a routine Sunday Catholic to what he jokingly calls a “whackjob for Jesus.” In this episode, he reveals the behind-the-scenes story of organizing a massive Eucharistic revival that filled a Tampa Bay arena with more than 12,000 people and led to over 1,500 confessions in a single day. We discuss: How his daughter’s autism deepened his faith The logistics and miracles behind a 12,000-person Eucharistic event  Why he created Clergy Care for Catholic priests  His disciplined routine of prayer, silence, and spiritual reading  A powerful story involving an atheist and an unexpected healing  Why spiritual direction and accountability changed his life  This conversation explores faith, leadership, sacrifice, entrepreneurship, miracles, and what it means to fully surrender your life to God. 
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  Taking the Habit to Oprah | Sister John Dominic on Media, Mission & Virtue 13.05.2026 46dk

  What do Garth Brooks, Domino’s Pizza founder Tom Monaghan, and Oprah Winfrey have in common? They all intersect in the remarkable story of Sister John Dominic Rasmussen. In this episode, Sister John Dominic shares her journey from growing up in the heart of Nashville’s entertainment world to becoming a founding member of the Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of the Eucharist. We discuss building a religious order from the ground up, bringing the traditional habit to national television on The Oprah Winfrey Show, and how her community is shaping Catholic education and media through Openlight Media. She also shares insights on leadership, virtue, and working alongside voices like Pat Lencioni to form the next generation of Catholic leaders. Whether you’re interested in faith, entrepreneurship, leadership, or media, this is a conversation you won’t forget. 
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  General Kevin Chilton | From Space to Nuclear Command: Leadership at the Highest Stakes 06.05.2026 43dk

  In this episode, we sit down with General Kevin Chilton—former Cold War fighter pilot, NASA astronaut, and Commander of U.S. Strategic Command—for a powerful conversation on leadership, faith, and responsibility at the highest levels. General Chilton shares gripping stories from his three Space Shuttle missions, including the high-stakes satellite rescue aboard Endeavour’s first flight. He also reflects on overseeing America’s nuclear deterrent and the weight of leading with clarity, accountability, and trust. From the silence of space to the pressure of global command, this episode explores how technical excellence, humility, and faith shape great leadership. Key Takeaways: Chilton’s journey from test pilot to NASA astronaut Lessons from Endeavour’s first mission and high-pressure problem-solving  Why great leaders take responsibility for their team’s failures  The experience of receiving the Eucharist while orbiting Earth  “The rock in the rucksack”: leading with empathy and awareness  How preparation and faith create calm under extreme pressure 
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  Pete Burak: The Father Your Kids Need-Before It’s Too Late 29.04.2026 52dk

   In this episode of the Eleven Talents Podcast, Pete Burak of Renewal Ministries shares how the loss of his father shaped his understanding of manhood and spiritual leadership—and why leadership at home matters more than success at work. Check out his new book, Man on Purpose: https://bit.ly/3QBPYrZ Pete Burak is a Catholic speaker and evangelist with Renewal Ministries, focused on forming missionary disciples and helping Catholic leaders live their faith with clarity and purpose in work and family life. He is the author of Man on Purpose, reflecting on how his relationship with his father shaped his understanding of authentic manhood and spiritual leadership. In this episode, Pete breaks down what it takes to lead with faith, humility, and intentionality: Prioritizing the home: Why many men give their best energy to work—and how to reverse that at home.  Leading through obedience: Why real leadership begins with surrender, prayer, and grace.  Rite of passage moments: How a challenge at age 16 helped define his identity as a man.  Redefining masculinity: Reclaiming virtue-centered leadership in a confused cultural moment.  “Lean Back, Smile, and Ask”: A practical parenting tool that prioritizes listening over correction.  The inconvenience of leadership: Why real leadership is slow, relational, and costly.  A conversation that challenges men to redefine success, reorder priorities, and lead with purpose at home, work, and in faith.