Growing Up Catholic… and Questioning Everything | Between Takes

What happens when you grow up in faith—but start questioning everything you were taught?

In this reflective and deeply personal episode of Between Takes, we explore the journey of growing up in Catholic school and transitioning into a broader world of perspectives, beliefs, and uncertainty. From attending Catholic school since pre-K to experiencing public college for the first time, this episode dives into how faith, education, and personal identity evolve over time.

Blending personal stories with real-world observations, this episode unpacks the differences between private Catholic education and public school systems, the role of religion in upbringing, and the internal conflicts that come with questioning faith in today's world.

This episode explores:

• Growing up in Catholic school vs. public education
• The role of theology and religion in early development
• Questioning faith and navigating personal beliefs
• The decline of religion among younger generations (Gen Z)
• Cultural perspectives on baptism and religious traditions
• The impact of modern society, media, and leadership on faith
• Balancing belief, doubt, and personal growth

With honesty and curiosity, this episode doesn't aim to give answers—but instead asks important questions about faith, identity, and what it means to believe in something bigger than yourself.

💭 Is faith something you're born into… or something you choose?

Between Takes | Navigating Young Adulthood, Burnout & Identity in Real Time is a Gen Z storytelling podcast hosted by Adrianna Alvarez, where life happens off-air and in between the moments people usually see. Inspired by her background in radio and broadcasting, this podcast features real stories, honest confessions, and unfiltered opinions about navigating adulthood in today's world.

Covering mental health, self-discovery, relationships, identity, burnout, culture, and personal growth, Between Takes speaks to the experience of feeling lost while figuring it out in real time. If you're looking for a Gen Z podcast, a mental health podcast, or a show about modern life and young adulthood, this space is for you.

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