Relationship Prescriptions with Dr. Carol

A Holy Week Reflection on Redemption

Mar 31, 2026

In this special Holy Week episode of Relationship Prescriptions, Dr. Carol reflects on the meaning of Easter and the transforming power of Jesus Christ’s life, death, and resurrection. Sharing her personal story of encountering Jesus during a Good Friday service—an experience she now celebrates as her...

Extraordinary Sex for Christian Couples

Mar 24, 2026

In this candid and “spicy” conversation, Dr. Carol sits down with Matt and Jen Schmidt to explore how couples can have healthy, mature conversations about sex in marriage. Addressing a topic many couples avoid or only discuss in terms of conflict or frustration, this episode expands listeners’ vocabulary, mindset,...

AI and the Soul: The Way of Jesus in an Algorithm-Driven Culture

Mar 17, 2026

In this wrap-up episode to our AI and the Soul series, Dr. Carol explores how algorithms and artificial intelligence are shaping not just our habits but our souls, offering “relationship prescriptions” for navigating the growing influence of digital technology. She examines how the digital world subtly...

AI and the Soul: A Psychologist Talks About Loneliness and the Digital World

Mar 10, 2026

In this thought-provoking conversation, Jason VanRuler joins Dr. Carol to explore the growing influence of artificial intelligence on human relationships, intimacy, and spiritual life. Together they examine emerging trends, such as young people forming “relationships” with AI, and discuss what defines...

AI and the Soul: A Pastor Talks About Embodied Faith in a Disembodied Age

Mar 3, 2026

Christianity has always been an embodied faith—rooted in presence, touch, community, and shared life. But we now live in a world of digital discipleship, online relationships, and increasingly, AI-shaped interactions. What does this mean for the church, for our spiritual formation, and for the kind of community our...