
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
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 199 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Self-ImprovementEducationSociety & CultureRelationships | |||

Alex's mom was adopted and has chosen not to look into her biological roots. But as Alex begins her own search into family history, she has her own questions. Can Alex respectfully research her mom's biological family? And should she tell her mom she... more
Marie and her partner know they want kids and now seems like a optimal time to try. They have really good parental leave in their current jobs. Marie's health is in a good place. Life is stable. And yet – Marie is hestitating. Is it because she's jus... more
This week’s guest is an artist whose work relies on close collaboration with friends. But those friends don’t share the same professional ambitions. Can these collaborations continue, or will our guest have to risk hurting people they care about?
Th... more
César's parents are getting older and as he looks into the future, he's wondering: where does his responsibility to them start and end? How much should he sacrifice to take care of them?
This week on the show, Mauricio and César talk about feeling ... more
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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.
Mauricio is always thoughtful and considerate around the guests
This episode about saying no to opportunities really went in a direction I wasn’t expecting.
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.
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
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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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