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Courage to Thrive
by Inkandescent Radio
“When wrestling with depression and anxiety, getting out of bed is a courageous move,” shares Rev. Dr. Bob Flanagan in the first of his two books in the Courage to Thrive series. “When panic attacks and suicidal thoughts strike, finding victories in the small things of life and reframing feelings can help a person flourish even in the midst of mental health struggles.” He knows all about that. “I have spent two decades combating mental illness head-on,” Father Bob says.
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Ep7: Courage to Thrive — May is Mental Health Awareness Month. On today’s episode, Rev. Dr. Robert Flanagan interviews Dr. Christine Yu Moutier, chief medical officer of the American Foundation of Suicide Prevention
May 2026: Welcome to Ep7 of Father Bob’s Courage to Thrive show! Today’s topic: Taking a deep dive into Suicide Prevention Father Bob asks Christine about her background, path to running this foundation, and her advice for families and those struggling with thoughts of suicide About our guest: Dr. Christine Yu Moutier (pronounced You Moo-tee-ay) knows the impact of suicide firsthand. While in medical training and in her early career at the University of California, San Diego, she experienced aClick here to listen to the podcast!
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Ep6: Courage to Thrive — On this month’s episode, Rev. Dr. Robert Flanagan interviews Lauren Breeden, Director of Formation and Families
This month’s topic: Tackling Sexual Trafficking About our guest: Lauren Breeden serves as Director of Formation and Families and is part of The Falls Church Episcopal’s senior leadership team. She is known for innovative formation, curriculum writing, and developing holistic programs that equip people of all ages to engage deeply in the exploration of faith. Before entering church leadership, Lauren spent twelve years combating domestic minor sex trafficking as an investigator, including undercover work, and as an educator and advocateClick here to listen to the podcast!
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Ep5: Courage to Thrive — On this month’s episode, Rev. Dr. Robert Flanagan interviews Hebrew Bible Studies expert and prolific author Dr. Stephen L. Cook
March 2026: Welcome to Ep5 of Father Bob’s Courage to Thrive show! Today’s topic: Hebrew Bible Studies Father Bob talks with Dr. Stephen L. Cook about his many books, his work as a Professor of Hebrew Bible at Virginia Theological Seminary — and the state of the world Bob asks Stephen: Describe your spiritual journey. How did you go from a Connecticut kid to a biblical scholar at a prominent US seminary? You lecture in front of new students everyClick here to listen to the podcast!
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Ep4: Courage to Thrive — Rev. Dr. Robert Flanagan interviews David Monteith, the Dean of Canterbury
February 2026: Welcome to Ep4 of Father Bob’s Courage to Thrive show! This month’s topic: A Day in the Life of the Canterbury Cathedral Father Bob and David will discuss: Would you describe your spiritual journey? (From Northern Ireland to Canterbury Cathedral) What part of your journey required you to act with courage? What is your work like as Dean of Canterbury Cathedral? Describe a day in the life of the Dean of Canterbury. The installation of Archbishop Sarah MullalyClick here to listen to the podcast!
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Ep3: Courage to Thrive — Exorcism is the topic of this month’s Courage to Thrive show when Rev. Dr. Robert Flanagan interviews Episcopal priest and psychotherapist, Dr. Charles Mayer
January 2026: Welcome to Ep3 of Father Bob Flanagan’s Courage to Thrive show! This month’s topic: Defense Against the Dark Arts Live from the Seminary: On the final day of his fall 2025 semester class at the Virginia Theological Seminary, Father Bob interviews Episcopal priest and psychotherapist, Dr. Charles Mayer, on the topic students have been studying all semester — exorcism. Father Bob and Charles will discuss: What is the difference between mental health and demonic influences? When is thisClick here to listen to the podcast!
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Ep2: Courage to Thrive — On today’s show, Rev. Dr. Robert Flanagan interviews Karen Swallow Prior, Ph. D., a reader, writer, and professor, who gives us insight into the beloved hymn, ‘O Little Town of Bethlehem
December 2025: Welcome to Ep2 of Father Bob’s Courage to Thrive show! Today’s topic: A conversation about Father Bob’s newest book, “While Mortals Sleep: Reading Phillips Brooks through Twenty-First-Century Eyes” Father Bob talks with Karen about: “The hymn ‘O Little Town of Bethlehem,” which the focus of Karen’s chapter in the book. About our guest: Karen Swallow Prior, Ph. D. is a reader, writer, and professor, Karen is the author of The Evangelical Imagination: How Stories, Images, and Metaphors CreatedClick here to listen to the podcast!
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Ep1: Courage to Thrive — Meet Rev. Dr. Robert Flanagan and learn about his journey to find joy and hope, and help others do the same
November 2025: Welcome to the Courage to Thrive show, hosted by Rev. Dr. Robert Flanagan, best known as Father Bob. About our host: An esteemed Episcopal priest and author, Father Bob has dedicated his life to spiritual transformation and caring for others. With a profound connection to his faith and an unwavering commitment to helping those in need, he has touched countless lives through his ministry, writings, and teachings. Bob’s book, “Letters of an Unexpected Mystic,” was a 2023 SelahClick here to listen to the podcast!
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“When wrestling with depression and anxiety, getting out of bed is a courageous move,” shares Rev. Dr. Bob Flanagan in the first of his two books in the Courage to Thrive series. “When panic attacks and suicidal thoughts strike, finding victories in the small things of life and reframing feelings can help a person flourish even in the midst of mental health struggles.” He knows all about that. “I have spent two decades combating mental illness head-on,” Father Bob says.
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