Joyful Chaos with Aquinas (Mother Natalia & Shayne Smith) | Ep. 495

Mother Natalia is a Friend of the Show. She converted to Eastern Catholicism after college, and eventually entered Christ the Bridegroom Monastery where she is now Vocations Director. Mother's observations and Wisdom on the spiritual life have touched thousands around the world. Shayne Smith is also a Friend of the Show. He is a recent Catholic Convert. He is a full-time stand up comedian. Shayne's comedy is mainly focused on his surreal life experiences. 🍺 Get episodes a week early, 🍺 score a free PWA beer stein, and 🍺 enjoy exclusive streams with me! Become an annual supporter at https://mattfradd.locals.com/support 💵 Show Sponsors: Exodus 90: https://exodus90.com/matt Hallow: https://hallow.com/mattfradd Strive21: https://strive21.com/matt 💻 Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mattfradd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattfradd Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Pints_W_Aquinas TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pintswithaquinas 👕 Store: https://shop.pintswithaquinas.com/ Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:08 Different Childhoods 11:49 Chick-fil-A Mascot 18:11 Health & Fitness 23:13 Video Games 31:50 Self-Awareness 40:50 Being Okay with Not Changing 53:14 Saint Thérèse 1:05:14 Relationships & Socializing 1:35:34 Shane Smith Merch 1:41:17 Why Do Nuns Have a Bad Reputation 1:43:20 Spiritual Women 1:49:09 Nuns Being Scary 1:56:07 Ghost Hunting 2:15:00 New Comedy 2:21:47 Modern Struggles 2:43:54 Sin Being Different for Each Person 3:00:43 Defining Sin 3:14:07 Wrap Up