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The Real Question

Not Sorry
Quitting
Singing Career
Financial Stability
Mental Health
Education
Resilience
Music Rejection
Nicotine
Community Support
Parenthood
Cursing
Homelessness
Performing Arts
Germany
Grudge
Addiction
Chronic Illness
Relationships
Guilt
Health Challenges

The Real Question is a show that holds space for life’s tough questions. Each episode, a guest brings a personal question they’re grappling with, and Chaplain Mauricio Bruce helps them find an answer. This season, our focus is on future-oriented questions – those that start with ‘Should I…’

Mauricio sits down with guests who are contemplating big and small changes in their lives — whether it’s ha... more

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Our guest today recently moved to be closer to a long distance partner. They thought it would make the relationship feel closer, but since the move, things have been feeling off. Is it a sign they should break-up? Or is just a passing symptom of chan... more

Wes and his fiancee are facing one of the classic millennial issues: they can't afford to buy a house. They've lived in Vermont all their adult lives and they love it there – they love their jobs, they love their friends, they love the access to natu... more

About three years ago, Vanessa "broke-up" with one of her close friends. She tried to do it kindly, but in retrospect she feels guilty for how it all went down. So recently she decided to reach back out and apologize. Faced with his response, she's n... more

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Recent Guests

Naomi Westwater
An accomplished musician, artist, and cultural curator involved in events celebrating diverse musical expression.
Episode: Should I: Give Up on My Album?
Brooke Williams
Naturalist and environmental writer with 40 years of advocacy for wilderness.
Episode: The Practice of Re-Enchantment (with Brooke Williams)
Colette Potts
Licensed family therapist, chaplain, author of 'Love First'
Episode: Should You: Get a Divorce?
Unnamed Guest
A transmasculine individual who is contemplating the decision of having a child.
Episode: Should I: Have a Child?
Anna Goldfarb
Journalist and author of Modern Friendship
Author
Episode: Modern Friendship with Anna Goldfarb
Vanessa Zoltan
First guest of the new season who shared her personal question about art classes.
Not Sorry Productions
Episode: Should I: Take an Art Class in 2025?
Beth Silvers
Co-host of Pantsuit Politics
Pantsuit Politics
Episode: Did They Quit: Cussing
Julia Argy
Runs pilgrimages for Not Sorry Productions, novelist, and stay-at-home parent.
Not Sorry Productions
Episode: Should I Quit: Breastfeeding?
Micaela Blei
Professional storyteller, storytelling teacher, and story editor
Episode: Should I Quit: Buying Home Goods? (with Micaela Blei)

Host

Mauricio Bruce
Chaplain and host, noted for guiding conversations through thoughtful and introspective questioning.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 828 ratings
  • Moving

    I was so moved by the most recent episode about theatre. Such beautiful vulnerability and carful attention. It’s beautiful to listen to someone learn about themselves and find new paths through loss.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    .graytimes.
    Canada24 days ago
  • Fascinating

    This episode about saying no to opportunities really went in a direction I wasn’t expecting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kate loves cupcakes
    United Statesa month ago
  • Joyful Wisdom!

    I never know where a conversation is going and I mean that in the absolute best way. I find something to relate to in every episode and I’m often thinking about it long after I listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shirdles
    United States6 months ago
  • Compelling, Heartwarming, Intimate

    This gem of a podcast takes wholehearted conversations to the next level. Every week I’m blown away by the thoughtful (and wonderfully vulnerable) conversations between Mauricio (the host) and the guest who offers a tender question that’s been on their mind.

    It’s not always easy to hold space for big questions that touch on risk, identity, and life journey. But Mauricio does just that, and he brings a levity, warmth, and introspective rigor to the conversation as he does it.

    Thank you for thi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Babs T.
    United States7 months ago
  • Absolutely wonderful

    I was a little scared what would happen to the show with the new host… but I need not have feared! In a striking and kind of beautiful way, it still feels like the same show. Or at least — this new season of TRQ is still providing just the vibe I was seeking out, listening to prior seasons of TRQ — thoughtful and probing conversations, with a wise and interesting host. It just has a new, fresh flavor :) Mauricio is wonderful and digs deep, and I’m excited to learn from him and his questions as t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bdeep
    United States7 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the genuine and heartfelt discussions that often provoke deep reflections and insights.
Reviewers highlight the podcast as a soothing space for those facing personal dilemmas, often feeling like a conversation between friends.
Many find the content relatable, providing valuable lessons that resonate with their own life experiences.
The host is praised for his empathetic approach and ability to guide guests through complex emotional issues.

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Talking Points

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Should I: Leave Vermont?
Q: What is the main reason you are considering leaving Vermont?
Wes mentioned high cost of living, difficulty in finding stable housing, and the desire for a more connected community.
Should I: Leave Vermont?
Q: What led you to table your decision to move for a year?
Wes reflected on their engagement and the desire to have a wedding in Vermont as a last hurrah.
Should I: Give Theater a Second Chance?
Q: What question did you bring us?
A question that I think will probably surprise no one is, should I give theater a second chance?
Should I: Give Up on My Album?
Q: Should I give up on my album?
Naomi realizes she needs to say goodbye to her album rather than simply giving up on it.
Should I: Reach Out to a Friend Who Ghosted Me?
Q: So, I know I'm not the person who you're waiting to hear this from. And if I can say it again, I have not heard that you did anything wrong.
Karolina acknowledges that she could let go of her guilt if she knew she wasn't at fault, which could relieve her feelings of hurt.

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Focusing on life's challenging dilemmas, this podcast provides a platform for guests to share personal questions they are grappling with. Each episode features host Mauricio Bruce, who guides the conversation to help guests explore their thoughts and feelings surrounding significant life changes. The conversations traverse a wide array of themes including relationships, career transitions, and personal identity, engaging with issues such as acceptance, self-discovery, and the impact of societal values. What sets this show apart is its emphasis on future-oriented questions, encouraging a reflective exploration of aspirations and personal growth. The intimate and compassionate approach fosters a sense of community and shared experience among ... more

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