
Whole Human
Join Catholic therapist Isaac Wicker as he interviews ordinary people who share their life story, opening up a hidden world of struggle, courage, and grace.
Episodes
30 episodes
Storytelling in Parenting
Isaac Wicker speaks at a Minnesota parent enrichment night. His talk addresses the ways our storytelling impacts other's self-image. For information on Isaac's free online Anxiety workshop (happening May 18, 2025), visit knownbythe...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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19:22

Blackbird with Jennifer Lauck
Author and mother, Jennifer Lauck shares her story beginning with her tumultuous childhood. From being adopted and witnessing the deaths of her newly found parents, to her experience with the church of scientology, to finding fame as a New York...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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1:21:33

Understanding Emotions
Isaac Wicker speaks at a Minnesota Catholic Moms event. His talk delves into the relationship between emotions, beliefs, and desires. Also included is an extended Q&A.For information on the KNOWN program and Path Out of Shame retrea...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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48:02

Bodily Goodness with Brigid Tebaldi
Mother of five, Brigid Tebaldi works as a health coach helping women prepare for childbirth and heal from postpartum birth trauma. Experience her story of coming to fully care for and trust in her body after a long struggle of food restricting ...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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1:01:28

Rethinking Imagination
Isaac Wicker speaks at a Minnesota Catholic young adults event. His talk addresses deep desires and questions held in the human heart. These questions challenge our imagination and lead us to choose between hope and despair. For in...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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38:25

Love Conquers with Mehri Coulter
Wife and mother of 3, Mehri Coulter lives with bipolar. See how her father's Muslim upbringing and her mother's Irish Catholic background set up a firm foundation of courage and faith that carried Mehri through tumultuous adult years. ...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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50:29

Fools for Christ
Isaac Wicker speaks at a Minnesota Catholic young adults event. His talk draws on personal stories, Old Testament figures, and modern day Saints to encourage all listeners to step out as fools for Christ, trusting in God's plan. If...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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44:40

Seeing with Clarity with Brya Hanan
Catholic marriage and family counselor, Brya Hanan, shares her background full of simple joys yet complex trauma. Join Brya and Isaac as they discuss the importance of facing childhood wounds within the context of faith and psychology.
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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48:48

Living with Silence
Host Isaac Wicker provides teachings and practical exercises integrating mental health and our relationship with the Lord.In this episode, Isaac explains why our culture struggles with addictions and distractions.
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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13:57

Threat Responses
Host Isaac Wicker provides teachings and practical exercises integrating mental health and our relationship with the Lord.In this episode, Isaac explains how our daily emotional threat responses strive to protect the things we value.
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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24:34

Fantasy vs. Reality with Emma Bucher
Mom and psychologist, Emma Bucher loved fantasy games and stories beginning in early childhood. Unfortunately, this trend continued into her adult life and left her broken hearted when fantasized relationships were consistently met with rejecti...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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1:05:56

Returning to Eden with Nora Koch
Wife and retired artist, Nora Koch grew up on a beautiful dairy farm in a devoutly Christian family. After rocky upper school years, exposure to drugs, her first marriage, and years of struggling with alcohol abuse, she discovered freedom while...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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1:17:57

Searching for Home with Jed Taufer
Husband and father of two, Jed shares his story of growing up in financial instability, converting during college, then experiencing unexpected business success early on in marriage. When he was tested through infertility and a difficult adopti...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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1:15:18

Christmas Series: Love
In this Advent and Christmas season, Isaac provides reflections based in scripture relating to hope, peace, joy, and love. Today, walk with the shepherds - the outcast of society - and discover God's intense and personal love even for the broke...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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16:48

Christmas Series: Joy
In this Advent and Christmas season, Isaac provides reflections based in scripture relating to hope, peace, joy, and love. Today, learn from Joseph's humble actions to discover joy in the mundane.If you would like to discover new avenue...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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20:46

Christmas Series: Peace
In this Advent and Christmas season, Isaac provides reflections based in scripture relating to hope, peace, joy, and love. Today, see Mary's fiat and confidence in the Lord from a new perspective of peace and security.If you would like ...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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21:59

Christmas Series: Hope
In this Advent and Christmas season, Isaac provides reflections based in scripture relating to hope, peace, joy, and love. Today, dive deeper into hopeful anticipation of God's promises like Zechariah. If you would like to discover...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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19:22

A Faithful God with Ann Rota
Stay at home mother of six, Ann Rota, grew up in an idyllic childhood with loving, devoted parents. Life took a difficult turn after marriage at age 21. When her new husband turned to physical and verbal abuse, Ann clung to prayer. See how grac...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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1:27:30

Why Advent with Matthew Breuninger
As the season of Advent approaches, Isaac Wicker and Catholic psychology professor, Dr. Matthew Breuninger, discuss the importance of waiting and expectation. To make the most of this coming season, join their advent program - Here Am I - at wh...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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23:41

Living in Hope
Living with hope is difficult and vulnerable. Host Isaac Wicker gives insight and encouragement on hoping in relationship with God the Father. If this content resonates with you, join Isaac Wicker and Catholic psychology professor ...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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14:52

Known and Redeemed with Joseph Prenosil
Stay at home dad, licensed counselor, and prior seminarian, Joseph Prenosil shares his rollercoaster journey of faith and mental health. With a history of bipolar tendencies and pornography addiction, see how Joseph learned to have mercy on him...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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1:02:22

Trusting God the Father
This episode, we break from interviews and instead listen to an encouragement from Isaac. So often we let doubt, anxiety, and anger cloud our vision. Learn to rely on the power and goodness of God while growing in gratitude for the present mome...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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24:52

Success or Redemption with Dan Landberg
A bartender at Kona Grill, Dan Landberg shares his journey from a Lutheran upbringing to a Catholic conversion. When he hit rock bottom in college after developing anxiety and depression from a difficult breakup, see how he found solace through...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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1:08:31

Grace in Poverty with Brandi Heinz
Brandi Heinz, a dental hygienist currently pursuing her Masters in clinical mental health studies, grew up in a seemingly idealistic household. In the midst of her "perfect" upbringing, her lonely heart ached for more. When her sorority sisters...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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1:12:14

To Be a Better Man with Pablo Perez
23-year-old chef, Pablo Perez, lived with stepdad after stepdad growing up. In a desire to provide for his younger sister, he committed to healthier habits and joy-filled social relationships. See how the Lord blessed Pablo's life post-Covid wh...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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1:04:48
