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The TAMS Shares Podcast

Becoming the best version of yourself is simply becoming the person God intended you to be — a saint. I’m Tamu Leonard, and in this podcast, I share and reflect on the things I find worth noting from stuff I love the most: my Catholic faith, the Bible, books, movies, music, and the everyday experiences that quietly shape who we are becoming. Through honest, unfiltered reflections and relatable conversations, I blend faith and fun in a way that shows that holiness is not about being joyless and disconnected from the world, but about engaging fully with the world in a way that honours God. Each episode invites you to grow, think, laugh, and journey step by step toward that best version of yourself. tamsshares.substack.com

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    The Secret is God - SVQ Series S1E17

    Is there an infinite Someone who can fully satisfy the infinite desires of the human heart? Whether we realise it or not, the desires of the human heart are infinite. The problem is that we often try to satisfy these infinite desires with the finite things of this world & this is what leads to the deep restlessness we feel in life.In this episode of the TAMS Shares Podcast, I share my thoughts and reflections on my verse of today’s Sunday Mass Scripture Readings—John14:8, and a quote from St. Teresa of Avila. Drawing inspiration from them, I wanna reveal to you something you probably didn’t know about your existence, about your life, about how you were created. This revelation will save you years of so much effort in the wrong direction.Link to all the Readings: https://www.ewtn.com/daily-readings/2026-05-03#focus=calendar-buttonFind beautifully designed picture posts of all the verses and quotes I talk about in this series on Instagram: @tamsshares This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamsshares.substack.com

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    The Power of Suffering - SVQ Series E16-Part 2

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    The Power of Suffering - SVQ Series E16-Part 1

    Is it fair to suffer unjustly? Take for example losing the only job that feeds your family, bec you refused to consent to evil doings. If God is Just, why then do good people suffer unjustly?In this episode of the TAMS Shares Podcast, I share my thoughts and reflections on my verse of today’s Sunday Mass Scripture Readings—1 Peter 2:21, and a quote from St. John Paul II. Drawing inspiration from them, I try to find a way around the paradox of God’s goodness and why we go through suffering. Link to all the Readings: https://www.ewtn.com/daily-readings/2026-04-26#focus=calendar-buttonFind beautifully designed picture posts of all the verses and quotes I talk about in this series on Instagram: @tamsshares This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamsshares.substack.com

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    Know Your True Worth - SVQ Series S1E15

    We’ve all used the expression “I know my worth,” yet still been made to feel like we don’t matter or that we are not good enough by others. Think of all those times you fought hard to belong, you sought validation; and then ask yourself again: Do I really know my worth? What is your worth?In this episode of the TAMS Shares Podcast, I share my thoughts and reflections on my verse of today’s Sunday Mass Scripture Readings—1 Peter 1:18, and a quote from St. Augustine. Drawing inspiration from them, I talk about what it really means to know your worth. Link to all the Readings: https://www.ewtn.com/daily-readings/2026-04-19#focus=calendar-button Find beautifully designed picture posts of all the verses and quotes I talk about in this series on Instagram: @tamsshares This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamsshares.substack.com

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    The One Thing More Important Than Life - SVQ Series S1E14

    What if I told you that there is something more important than life itself. And that it would have been better for you to have not lived than to have life and not have this one thing. If life is a gift, this one thing is a greater gift. What is this one thing?In this episode of the TAMS Shares Podcast, I share my thoughts and reflections on my verse of today’s Sunday Mass Scripture Readings—1 Peter 1:8, and a quote from St. Thomas Aquinas. Drawing inspiration from them, get to find out the one thing that is more important than life on which our very own existence hinges on.Link to all the Readings: https://www.ewtn.com/daily-readings/2026-03-15#focus=calendar-buttonFind beautifully designed picture posts of all the verses and quotes I talk about in this series on Instagram: @tamsshares This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamsshares.substack.com

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    The One Key Thing Missing in Your Prayers - SVQ Series S1E13

    Prayer, as we are told, is “the requesting of good things from God.” But what if your request—that which you want so badly, though as good as it is, is not compatible with what God wants for you? (Think of that visa, that job, that business deal.)In this episode of the TAMS Shares Podcast, I share my thoughts and reflections on my verse of today’s Sunday Mass Scripture Readings—Matthew 26:39, and a quote from St. Teresa of Ávila. Find out the vital piece that has been missing in your prayers, which has the potential to take your prayers to the next level and unlock unlimited possibilities for you.Link to all the Readings: https://www.ewtn.com/daily-readings/2026-03-15#focus=calendar-buttonFind beautifully designed picture posts of all the verses and quotes I talk about in this series on Instagram: @tamsshares This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamsshares.substack.com

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    Forget Your Timeline: There is an Author of Time - SVQ Series S1E12

    Can it ever be too late? Is there an author of time, one who presides over time? Before you answer, pause and think of that situation that you’ve worked or prayed hard for & nothing has changed & you feel like time is running out.Join me in this episode of The TAMS Shares Podcast as I draw inspiration from my verse of today’s Sunday Mass Scripture readings — John 11:21 — and a quote from Fr. Mike Schmitz to explore the mystery of God’s time and our expectations. God’s timing may not always match our expectations, but it carries purpose, order, and beauty even when we do not yet understand it.Link to all the Readings: https://www.ewtn.com/daily-readings/2026-03-22#focus=calendar-button Find beautifully designed picture posts of all the verses and quotes I talk about in this series on Instagram: @tamsshares This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamsshares.substack.com

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    The Secret to Being Truly Free - SVQ Series S1E11

    Is it okay to be dating and hiding it from your parents? Is it okay to be cohabiting with your boyfriend in hiding? Is it okay to hide your phone messages from your spouse? Is it okay to lock yourself in the room watching pornography on your phone? We all have something that we must hide when we do them, and we live in the bondage of fear and the insecurity of being caught. Join me in this episode of The TAMS Shares Podcast as I draw inspiration from my verse of today’s Sunday Mass Scripture readings — Ephesians 5:11 — and a quote I got from a movie to show us the bondage we let ourselves into when we hide to do certain things, and how we can break free from this bondage.Link to all the Readings: https://www.ewtn.com/daily-readings/2026-03-15#focus=calendar-buttonFind beautifully designed picture posts of all the verses and quotes I talk about in this series on Instagram: @tamsshares This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamsshares.substack.com

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    The Things We Do For Love - SVQ Series S1E10

    We are all familiar with the line: “The things we do for love.”But what have you actually done because of love?And by this, I don’t mean the strange, crazy, or irrational things people often do because of lust. No. I mean the things you have done because you truly loved someone.So how do you tell the difference between love and lust?Join me in this episode of The TAMS Shares Podcast as I draw inspiration from my verse of today’s Sunday Mass Scripture readings — Romans 5:8 — and a quote from Sr. Bethany Madonna to explore what true and authentic love really looks like.Link to all the Readings: Daily Readings for 2026-03-08Find beautifully designed picture posts of all the verses and quotes I talk about in this series on Instagram: @tamsshares This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamsshares.substack.com

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    Give Your Change Journey Purpose - SVQ Series S1E09

    Change is the only constant thing, but there is a higher degree of change you need to aim for. Join me in this episode as I draw inspiration from my verse of today's Sunday Mass Scripture readings (Matthew 17:2), and a quote from St. John Henry Newman to help you give your change journey purpose.Link to all the ReadingsGet beautifully designed picture posts of all the verses and quotes I talk about in this series from Instagram: @tamsshares This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamsshares.substack.com

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    Use Scripture to Navigate Your Way Through Every Life Situation - SVQ Series S1E08

    There is an answer to every life problem, we face and will ever face, in Scripture.Join me in this episode as I draw inspiration from my verse of today's Sunday Mass Scripture readings (Matthew 4:4), and a quote from Pope Francis to show you how you can use scripture to navigate your way through every life problem you can ever face: temptations, anxieties, addictions, etc. I promise this will be fun.Link to all the ReadingsInstagram @tamshares This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamsshares.substack.com

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    The Myth of Soulmates - SVQ Series S1E07

    Is there someone predestined by God for us to marry?; Is there a specific, or right person for you?; Is there “the One”?.Join me in this episode as I draw inspiration from my verse of today's Sunday Mass Scripture readings (Sirach 15:15), and a quote from Anthony de Mello to provide answers to this fundamental Love questions.Link to the Sunday mass readingsGet beautifully designed picture posts of all the verses and quotes I talk about in this series from Instagram: @tamsshares This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamsshares.substack.com

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    The Light We Carry Within Us: How and Why to Let it Shine - SVQ Series S1E06

    We all carry within us a light given to us by the one who created us. Part of becoming the best version of yourself is letting that light shine. Join me in this episode as I draw inspiration from and share my reflections on my verse of today's Sunday Mass readings (Is 58:10), and a quote from Marianne Williamson to show you how to let the light in you shine and the benefits of doing so.Link to all the ReadingsGet beautifully designed picture posts of all the verses and quotes I talk about in this series from Instagram: @tamsshares This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamsshares.substack.com

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    The Path to True Happiness - SVQ Series S1E05

    The one thing that everyone on this earth shares in common is: the desire to be happy. Everyone; the rich and the poor; the good person and the bad person, the strong and the weak, the wise and the foolish, all want one thing: to be happy. We are all seeking happiness. This is no doubt why one of the highest things that sells are things that proposes how happiness can be achieved. But what better place to turn to learn how to be happy than to what Jesus, the wisdom of God incarnate teaches us on what to do to achieve true happiness.Join me in this episode as I draw inspiration from my verse of today's Sunday Mass readings (Mat. 5:6), and a quote from St. Francis de Sales to propose the path to true happiness.Get beautifully designed picture posts of all the verses and quotes I talk about in this series to save keep or share with others from my Instagram using the link: Instagram (@tamshares) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamsshares.substack.com

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    The Ultimate Goal in Life - SVQ Series S1E04

    It really sounds nice to have titles like Prof., Dr., Barr., Justice attached to ones name, right?But you wanna know a title that sounds way nicer, and that will endure forever? It's the title: Saint. (St.) Imagine having St. attached to your name.How can you reset your goals to earn this title? Join me in this episode as I draw inspiration from my verse of today, Sunday Mass readings (Psalms 27:4) and a quote from Léon Bloy to reflect on what the ultimate goal in life is.Get beautifully designed picture posts of all the verses and quotes I talk about in this series to save, keep or share with others from Instagram using the link: Instagram (@tamsshares) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamsshares.substack.com

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    What God Wants - SVQ Series S1E03

    We've all contemplated at some point as guys, what women want, and as ladies, what men want. But have we ever contemplated what God wants?Join me in this episode as I draw inspiration from my verse of today Sunday Mass readings (Psalms 40:8) and a quote from St. Alphonsus Liguori to ponder and find an answer to What God Wants.Get beautifully designed picture posts of all the verses and quotes I talk about in this series to save, keep or share with others from Instagram using the link: Instagram (@tamsshares) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamsshares.substack.com

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    Wondering What your Purpose in Life is? Start Here! - SVQ Series S1E02

    Using his verse of the Sunday readings (Isaiah 42:6) and a quote from St. Teresa of Calcutta, TAMS shares his thoughts on the subject of purpose. A good place to start when figuring out your purpose.Get beautifully designed picture posts of all the verses and quotes I talk about in this series to save, keep or share with others from Instagram using the link: Instagram (@tamsshares) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamsshares.substack.com

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    Why you Should Go to the Next Eucharistic Adoration - SVQ Series S1E01

    Where is he who has been born king of the Jews?" This powerful question from the wise men resonates even today.Join me as I share how each Eucharistic Adoration can be a journey to meet Christ, just like those wise men did.Get beautifully designed picture posts of all the verses and quotes I talk about in this series to save, keep or share with others from Instagram using the link: Instagram (@tamsshares) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamsshares.substack.com

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    Introducing the Sunday Verse-Quote (SVQ) Series

    Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the Sunday readings? You're not alone!In this episode of the Tam's Shares Podcast, I introduce the Sunday Verse Quote series. This series is designed to help you dive deeper into one striking verse from the readings each Sunday., in a way that helps you grow closer to God through his word one verse/quote at a time.Spending time reflecting on scripture transforms our lives and helps us commit God's Word to our hearts. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tamsshares.substack.com

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    What This is About

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Becoming the best version of yourself is simply becoming the person God intended you to be — a saint. I’m Tamu Leonard, and in this podcast, I share and reflect on the things I find worth noting from stuff I love the most: my Catholic faith, the Bible, books, movies, music, and the everyday experiences that quietly shape who we are becoming. Through honest, unfiltered reflections and relatable conversations, I blend faith and fun in a way that shows that holiness is not about being joyless and disconnected from the world, but about engaging fully with the world in a way that honours God. Each episode invites you to grow, think, laugh, and journey step by step toward that best version of yourself. tamsshares.substack.com

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