Behind "A Great Day": Miracles, Mercy & the Making of a Catholic Film with Alex Zuko – 08/13/2026
Catholic Women Now
Actor Alex Zuko joins Catholic Women Now to share his powerful reversion story, from a life-changing encounter with the Eucharist while volunteering in India to overcoming addiction through the Holy Spirit's guidance. Zuko opens up about starring as a grieving, alcoholic priest in the award-winning Catholic short film "A Great Day," a true story of confession, mercy, and sacramental healing that has reached over a million viewers worldwide. Julie Nelson and Chris Magruder dig into the on-set miracle tied to Our Lady of Guadalupe and preview Zuko's next role as one of Florida's first Catholic martyrs.
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In an easy going conversational style, hosts Julie Nelson and Chris Magruder speak to what is on the hearts and minds of women as if sharing coffee with friends in a coffee shop. We cover all things in light of the Catholic faith: femininity, faith, family, marriage, dirty diapers, teenagers, empty nesting. Grab your cuppa coffee and join us!