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Artificial intelligence is changing how we work, learn, communicate, and even how we spend our attention. But as AI becomes more powerful, Pope Leo XIV asks us to look beyond what the technology can do and consider who bears the cost of that progress. In Chapter 4 of Magnifica Humanitas, Amanda and Jonathan unpack what the Church has to say about the human consequences of technological transformation—from disinformation and attention-based business models to job displacement, hidden workers, data exploitation, and new forms of inequality. They talk about: Why truth and human attention should be treated as goods worth protectingHow technology and social media can shape culture, especially for young peopleThe impact of AI and automation on meaningful workThe hidden workers behind AI systems and the conditions they may faceHow data extraction can create new forms of exploitation and colonialismWhy families, workers, and vulnerable people need to be considered when technology changesThe responsibility of businesses, investors, and technology designersWhat it means to pursue technological progress while protecting human dignity When technology creates new opportunities and wealth, who gets to share in the benefits—and who is carrying the hidden costs? Join us as we continue our journey through Magnifica Humanitas and consider what it looks like to put the human person at the center of technological and economic progress. Get $50 OFF the Signature Program with code WALLETWIN👉 https://www.tightenyourtinkler.com/si...🔍 Resources Mentioned:Root Cause Quiz: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/tinkle...Decompression Position for Back/Hip Relief: https://www.tightenyourtinkler.com/ba...Follow Jen:On Instagram → @tighten.your.tinklerOn YouTube → Tighten Your TinklerMusic by Dylan Gardner – check out his album Almost Real on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever you listen to great music.

What does the Catholic Church actually teach about money, wealth, debt, generosity, and financial stewardship? In this conversation, Amanda joins Angela  Schnieders on Integrated Wholeness for Body, Mind, and Soul to unpack the Catholic approach to money—and why financial freedom should ultimately give us greater freedom to respond to God's will. They talk about: Why Catholics need a clearer understanding of financial stewardship How money can serve our vocation rather than become an end in itself Getting out of debt and the freedom that can create Generosity, detachment, and what it means to hold wealth with open hands Why financial planning and trusting in God's providence can—and should—coexist Building wealth and businesses for the good of families, communities, and the Church Why financial education belongs in Catholic formation and marriage preparation The importance of wills, trusts, guardianship, healthcare directives, and other estate planning How to approach financial hardship without losing hope Amanda also shares part of her and Jonathan's story of paying off $25,000 of debt in seven and a half months—and how becoming financially free gave them greater capacity to say yes to the vocation God was giving them. At the heart of the conversation is a simple question: What if financial freedom isn't ultimately about having more freedom for ourselves, but having greater freedom to say yes to God? Resources Mentioned Catholic Money Academy — Catholic financial education: https://walletwin.com/academy Catholic Money Show — The WalletWin podcast with Amanda & Jonathan: https://walletwin.com/ Support for your journey of faith, leadership, and personal growth with Angela  Schnieders https://www.viriditasliving.com/

In Chapter 3 of Magnifica Humanitas, Pope Leo XIV takes a closer look at AI, technological advancement, and the technocratic mindset that can reduce everything—including human beings—to efficiency, optimization, and control. Amanda and Jonathan unpack what the Church’s social teaching has to say about AI, including: Why more technological power doesn’t necessarily mean more human progress How AI can concentrate economic and social power Why AI should not be confused with human intelligence The importance of prudence, transparency, and moral responsibility How AI can affect creativity, relationships, and our ability to exercise judgment What transhumanism and the desire to “optimize” humanity have to do with our understanding of human limits Why our weaknesses, suffering, and dependence on others are part of what makes us human The deeper question is one Pope Leo keeps bringing us back to: Does this technology make human life more human? 📖 Read the full encyclical:https://www.ewtnnews.com/vatican/full-text-of-magnifica-humanitas-read-pope-leo-xiv-s-first-encyclical 🎙️ Sponsored by Catholic Financial Planners Network:https://catholicfinancialplanners.com/ 📬 Get our weekly Catholic money tips: ⁠walletwin.com/weekly⁠ 📲 Follow us on Instagram: ⁠@walletwin⁠ Music in this episode is by Dylan Gardner – ⁠⁠⁠⁠check out his album Almost Real⁠⁠ ⁠⁠on ⁠⁠⁠⁠iTunes⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠, or wherever you listen to great music.

In Chapter 2 of Magnifica Humanitas, Amanda and Jonathan unpack the Catholic social teaching principles Pope Leo XIV says we need in order to navigate the digital revolution. This chapter gets more concrete about human dignity, human rights, the common good, the universal destination of goods, subsidiarity, solidarity, and social justice—and begins applying those principles to algorithms, data, digital platforms, surveillance, and artificial intelligence. In this episode: • Why human dignity does not depend on wealth, productivity, ability, or status • The two dangers Pope Leo identifies for human rights today • Why the common good requires us to look beyond our own interests • How private property and the universal destination of goods work together • What subsidiarity means when major technology companies hold enormous power • Why algorithms, platforms, patents, infrastructure, and data raise new questions about access and ownership • How solidarity changes the way we think about technology’s impact on other people and future generations • Why technological progress must ultimately be judged by whether it helps people become more fully human Pope Leo’s question for the digital age is bigger than whether a technology is useful or profitable: Does it truly serve the human person and the common good? The 12 Money Milestones: A Step-By-Step Plan Every Catholic Needs 📅 Wednesday, September 9 ⏰ 9 PM Eastern · 8 PM Central · 7 PM Mountain · 6 PM Pacific In about an hour, Amanda and Jonathan will walk you through the WalletWin Method, including the four financial phases and 12 Money Milestones, so you can identify the financial step you should actually be working on next. Everyone who joins live will receive the Money Milestone Map, and there will be a 96-hour replay for everyone who registers. Register free here: https://walletwin.com/workshop/ You work hard to earn your money—but are you managing it in a way that reflects your Catholic faith? The Catholic Financial Planners Network can help you find a financial advisor who understands that faith and finances belong together. Whether you’re investing according to Catholic values, planning for a growing family, preparing for retirement, or thinking about the legacy you want to leave, a Catholic financial planner can help you make wise financial decisions aligned with what matters most. Faithful stewardship starts with wise counsel. Find a Catholic financial advisor at: https://catholicfinancialplanners.com/

In Chapter 1 of Magnifica Humanitas, Amanda and Jonathan step back from AI itself to look at the framework the Church will use to evaluate it. This chapter traces the development of Catholic social teaching through the popes, from Rerum Novarum through John Paul II, Benedict XVI, Francis, and now Leo XIV. Along the way, Amanda and Jonathan unpack why the Church has something to say about economics, technology, work, power, and public life in the first place. They discuss: The dignity of the human person as the starting point for social doctrineWhy work is more than a paycheck or a cost of productionFair wages, worker protections, and the danger of reducing people to productivitySolidarity, subsidiarity, and the common goodWhy profit and markets must remain subordinate to the moral lawHow Catholic social teaching develops without abandoning what came beforeWhy the Gospel remains the lens for judging what humanizes, dehumanizes, liberates, or oppressesWhat all of this means as the Church prepares to address AI more directlyThis chapter is foundational for the rest of the series. Before asking what Catholics should think about artificial intelligence, Pope Leo XIV first reminds us what the Church already teaches about the human person, society, work, and the common good. Read Chapter 1 of Magnifica Humanitas and follow along with us as we continue through the document. The 12 Money Milestones: A Step-By-Step Plan Every Catholic Needs 💸Wednesday, September 9th at 9pm Eastern / 8pm Central Join Us for a Free Workshop, register here: https://walletwin.com/workshop/ Music in this episode is by Dylan Gardner – ⁠⁠⁠check out his album Almost Real⁠⁠ ⁠on ⁠⁠⁠iTunes⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠, or wherever you listen to great music.

In this episode of The Catholic Money Show, Amanda and Jonathan kick off a new series on Magnifica Humanitas, Pope Leo XIV’s letter on safeguarding the human person in the age of artificial intelligence. More than a century after Rerum Novarum responded to the upheaval of the Industrial Revolution, the Church is once again speaking into a technological revolution as it unfolds—this time around AI. Amanda and Jonathan introduce the major themes they’ll explore throughout the series, including: Why the rise of AI is about far more than productivity and convenience The tension between technological progress and human dignity What the Tower of Babel has to do with our current moment Why profit and efficiency cannot become the highest goods The importance of the common good as AI becomes more powerful How work, money, power, and technology intersect with Catholic social teaching Why wisdom, virtue, and restraint matter when humanity gains unprecedented power How Catholics can engage new technology without allowing it to diminish the human person This episode serves as an introduction to the series. Over the coming episodes, Amanda and Jonathan will work through each chapter of Magnifica Humanitas, beginning with the foundations of Catholic social teaching before moving into its practical implications for AI, technology, work, and human life. Grab a copy of the document and follow along with us as we ask one of the biggest questions of our time: Will technology serve humanity—or will humanity begin serving the technology?

We’re bringing back an important conversation from the WalletWin archives! Pelvic floor dysfunction can carry physical, emotional, and financial costs that many women never realize. In this episode, Amanda sits down with Jen Lormand, co-founder of Tighten Your Tinkler, to talk about pelvic floor dysfunction—how common it is, how it affects our emotional and financial lives, and what healing can actually look like (without invasive treatments or endless Kegels). Jen shares her personal journey of healing prolapse, the $900/year hidden costs most women never think about, and the clinically-backed protocol helping women feel stronger, freer, and more confident—in just 10 minutes a day. Get $50 OFF the Signature Program with code WALLETWIN👉 https://www.tightenyourtinkler.com/si... 🔍 Resources Mentioned: Root Cause Quiz: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/tinklerquizDecompression Position for Back/Hip Relief: https://www.tightenyourtinkler.com/backandhiprelief Follow Jen: Instagram → @tighten.your.tinkler YouTube → Tighten Your Tinkler Music by Dylan Gardner – check out his album Almost Real on iTunes, Spotify, or wherever you listen to great music.

Housing is expensive. But for Catholic families, the consequences go far beyond the mortgage payment. In this episode of The Catholic Money Show, Amanda and Jonathan look at America’s housing affordability crisis through the lens of Catholic social teaching. When families can no longer afford to live near their work, extended family, or parish, housing begins to affect family formation, community life, work, and even our ability to fully participate in the life of the Church. Amanda and Jonathan discuss: Why today’s housing problem is more than an economic issueThe Church’s teaching on a family’s right to decent housingHow housing costs can affect marriage, children, and parish lifeThe ethical questions surrounding private property, the common good, development, and private equityWhy younger generations are facing a genuinely different housing marketWhether renting can actually be the prudent financial choiceMultigenerational living as a strategy rather than a failureHow to decide what matters most when choosing where to liveWhy homeownership should come at the right point in your financial planPractical ways to prepare for buying a home without overextending yourselfWhy Catholic employers and institutions need to think seriously about wages and family lifeHow prayer and discernment belong in major financial decisionsThe housing market may be difficult, but that does not mean your family has no path forward. Get the WalletWin Weekly newsletter at: https://walletwin.com/newsletter This episode is sponsored by Tighten Your Tinkler. Take their free 5-minute pelvic floor quiz at https://tightenyourtinkler.com Music in this episode is by Dylan Gardner – ⁠⁠⁠⁠check out his album Almost Real⁠⁠ ⁠⁠on ⁠⁠⁠⁠iTunes⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠, or wherever you listen to great music.

In this episode of The Catholic Money Show, Jonathan and Amanda react to financial advice telling couples who are living paycheck to paycheck or paying off debt to “stop having babies.” They explain why that advice falls short of a Catholic understanding of marriage, fertility, stewardship, and openness to life. Jonathan and Amanda also clarify an important point: serious circumstances can lead a married couple to prayerfully discern postponing pregnancy for a time. However, that discernment is deeply personal and cannot be reduced to a blanket rule that financial progress should come before children. In this episode: Why debt does not automatically mean couples should delay childrenThe difference between Catholic discernment and a contraceptive mentalityWhy financial goals must remain ordered to your vocationHow children can motivate families to become more intentional with moneyWhy waiting for the “perfect time” can become its own trapWhen serious financial hardship may warrant temporary discernmentWhy one-income and two-income families can both make prudent choicesHow the Church’s teaching helps Catholics navigate difficult circumstancesWhy financial advice from non-Catholic sources often requires careful sifting For more candid Catholic conversations about money, join the WalletWin Weekly Newsletter at: https://walletwin.com/newsletter Music in this episode is by Dylan Gardner – ⁠⁠⁠⁠check out his album Almost Real⁠⁠ ⁠⁠on ⁠⁠⁠⁠iTunes⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠, or wherever you listen to great music.

Everybody has a season when money is tight. But what happens when that season never seems to end? In this episode of The Catholic Money Show, Amanda and Jonathan look at research connecting persistent financial hardship with slower processing speed, and changes in the brain later in life. They also compare two difficult seasons from their own family’s story. One unfolded against a backdrop of constant financial instability. The other included even heavier circumstances—but felt less destructive because they had stronger financial systems and deeper trust in God. They discuss: Why financial stress consumes so much mental bandwidthThe difference between simple living and feeling financially trappedHow prolonged money stress can affect decisions, relationships, and your ability to serve othersWhy one difficult year does not define your futureHow to begin creating stability through budgeting, emergency savings, getting a month ahead, and paying off debtWhy financial recovery requires an intentional planHow asking for help—or becoming someone else’s Simon of Cyrene—can lighten the loadBeing broke can cost you far more than money. But you do not have to remain stuck in financial chaos. Get practical Catholic money guidance in your inbox every Wednesday: https://walletwin.com/newsletter This episode is sponsored by Tighten Your Tinkler, a research-proven, at-home pelvic floor program designed to help women reduce leaks, pelvic pressure, and prolapse symptoms in just 10 minutes a day. Take the free 5-minute pelvic floor quiz here: https://tightenyourtinkler.com Music in this episode is by Dylan Gardner – ⁠⁠⁠⁠check out his album Almost Real⁠⁠ ⁠⁠on ⁠⁠⁠⁠iTunes⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠, or wherever you listen to great music.

In this special episode of The Catholic Money Show, Jonathan leads a guided Lectio Divina on Luke 3:7–18. As the crowds, tax collectors, and soldiers ask John the Baptist, “What then shall we do?” his answers become surprisingly practical: share what you have, take no more than you are owed, do not exploit others, and be content with your wages. Jonathan invites you to slow down, listen to the passage, notice the words or phrases that stand out, and bring what arises into an honest conversation with God. In this episode, you will reflect on: Whether your financial life is bearing good fruitWhere God may be asking you to changeHow generously you share what you haveWhether you take more than what is rightfully yoursWhat contentment with your wages looks likeHow John the Baptist might view the way you use moneyWhat practical action God may be asking you to takeThis episode is adapted from one of the Scripture studies available inside Catholic Money Academy. To explore more Catholic financial formation, guided Scripture studies, live Q&As, and practical resources, visit: https://walletwin.com/academy

In this special episode of The Catholic Money Show, Jonathan and Amanda Teixeira join Timmerie on Relevant Radio to talk about two money conversations affecting Catholics in very different seasons of life: student loans and dating. First, they discuss how student loans are following many people into retirement, especially those who borrowed for college, graduate school, or Parent PLUS loans for their children. Jonathan and Amanda explain why minimum payments can keep people stuck for decades, how student loans can affect retirement plans, and why it is important to make a real payoff strategy before fixed income becomes a reality. Then, the conversation shifts to Catholic dating and money. Should income, career plans, debt, or future family life be deal breakers before someone even gets a first date? Jonathan and Amanda talk about the difference between wise discernment and harsh evaluation, why financial conversations should unfold gradually, and how character, growth, prayer, and openness to God’s call matter more than having every detail figured out from the beginning. In this episode: Why student loans are delaying retirement for many families How minimum payments can keep debt around for decades Why Parent PLUS loans can create pressure later in life What to consider before relying on reverse mortgages or retirement debt strategies Why saving for the future should not become an idol How Catholic families can balance prudence with living fruitfully today Why dating should be more about encounter than evaluation When to start talking about money in a dating relationship How financial intimacy grows over time Why character matters more than a perfect financial profile This episode is a helpful conversation for anyone carrying student loans, preparing for retirement, dating with marriage in mind, or trying to bring Catholic wisdom into real financial decisions. Resources mentioned:  WalletWin Catholic Money Academy https://walletwin.com/academy Stop living Paycheck to paycheck.  https://relevantradio.com/2024/01/money-as-a-catholic-feast-of-the-holy-spouses/  How to adopt a baby on a budget https://relevantradio.com/2024/04/parents-on-a-budget/

In this episode of The Catholic Money Show, Jonathan and Amanda share how they made over $5,000 while they were away on a two-week family vacation. While their family was camping through Yellowstone and the Grand Tetons they were also renting out a few assets they already owned: their camper van and their family home. By the time the trip was over, the income they earned had more than covered the cost of the vacation. Jonathan and Amanda break down what happened, how much the trip cost, where the income came from, and why this kind of side income can be a smart tool for a growing family. They also talk about the Catholic side of this conversation: stewardship, prudence, the common good, and why passive income should never become a golden calf. In this episode: How Jonathan and Amanda made over $5,000 while on vacation Why camping can be a lower-cost way to travel as a family How they used Airbnb and RV rentals to offset vacation costs Why “passive income” is not actually passive The difference between stewardship and chasing easy money How Ecclesiastes 11:2 speaks to diversifying income Why renting out assets can serve both your family and the common good Questions to ask before starting a side income stream Small rental ideas for families who do not own an RV or second home Why prudence matters before investing time, money, and energy into a new income stream If you have ever wondered whether your family could create extra income without taking on a second full-time job, this episode will help you think creatively and prudently about what you already have. And if your budget needs a reset before you start making bigger money decisions, check out the Catholic Budget Reset at walletwin.com/reset. Music in this episode is by Dylan Gardner – ⁠⁠⁠check out his album Almost Real⁠⁠ ⁠on ⁠⁠⁠iTunes⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠, or wherever you listen to great music.

In this special episode of The Catholic Money Show, Jonathan Teixeira joins Mark Swartzberg on Relevant Radio to talk about adoption, fatherhood, and what it means to be open to life. Jonathan shares part of his family’s story, including how infertility shaped their path to parenthood, and how each of their five children came into their family through infant adoption. The conversation touches on the beauty of adoptive fatherhood, the real unity of family, and why adoption is not a lesser form of parenthood. Jonathan also reflects on the language of adoption in the Catholic faith and how being adopted into the family of God can help us understand the dignity and permanence of adoptive family life. For couples who are discerning adoption, Jonathan offers practical encouragement: pray, talk honestly with your spouse, speak with adoptive families, and do not be afraid to ask questions. 📌 In this episode: Jonathan’s experience as an adoptive father How infertility became part of Jonathan and Amanda’s family story Why adoption is a true and complete form of parenthood How Catholic teaching helps illuminate the meaning of adoption Why Saint Joseph can be a meaningful model for adoptive fathers Practical first steps for couples discerning adoption Why talking with adoptive families can help remove fear and uncertainty How openness to life can look different than a couple first expected Adoption is not a backup plan. For many families, it becomes the very way God builds the family He intended from the beginning. This episode is a thoughtful conversation for anyone discerning adoption, supporting adoptive families, or reflecting on what it means to receive children as a gift from God.

In this episode of The Catholic Money Show, Jonathan and Amanda Teixeira talk about what to do when something comes up mid-month and it was definitely not in the budget. Maybe it is a great Costco deal, a last-minute opportunity, or something you suddenly really want. The purchase itself may not be the problem. The real question is what happens in the gap between wanting it and buying it. Jonathan and Amanda walk through how to handle impulse purchases with more temperance, communication and they explain why a budget should not be so rigid that it leaves no room for real life, but also should not be so flexible that every category gets erased and rewritten until the plan no longer means anything. 📌 In this episode: Why impulse purchases are not always automatically bad How to slow down before making an unplanned purchase Questions to ask when you want something that is not in the budget Why scarcity and “good deals” can cloud your judgment How to know whether a purchase serves your current priorities Why the money has to come from somewhere How to talk with your spouse about unexpected spending Why fun money can help prevent reactionary impulse purchases How temperance applies to your monthly budget Why budgeting makes financial flexibility possible A good budget gives your money a plan, but it also gives you a way to make wise changes when real life happens. Stay tuned for the Catholic Budget Reset, coming soon from WalletWin, which will include the Budgeting Super Sheet and help you get a stronger handle on your monthly money plan.