Episode 312: Faith on the Jury: Anna Nuzzo Shares Her Jury Duty Experience

January 27th, 2025  |  35 mins 41 secs

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What’s it like serving as a juror? In this episode, Anna Nuzzo shares her personal experience of being selected for jury duty—from navigating the selection process to participating in deliberations and hearing the final verdict. Discover how Anna’s Catholic faith shaped her perspective, including her prayers for the convicted individual after the trial. This insightful discussion explores civic duty, the pursuit of justice, and faith in action. Perfect for those curious about the jury process or seeking inspiration on living out faith in everyday life!

This Past Week #2 | Woman Bishop’s Message, The Word Amen, & Mel Gibson’s Flight Risk

January 25th, 2025  |  23 mins 1 sec

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Welcome to This Past Week, where I share what I’ve seen, read, written, and watched!

What I Saw: An Episcopalian woman bishop delivering a bold message to President Trump.
What I Read: Anne Catherine Emmerich’s insights on the word “Amen,” finished Kevin Wells’s The Hermit, and started Pope Francis’s autobiography. Considering Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson, who honored St. Marianne Cope in a poem.
What I Wrote: Prayer responses to Scripture.
What I Watched: Mel Gibson’s Flight Risk, an action-packed thriller starring Mark Wahlberg, Michelle Dockery, and Topher Grace—highly recommend!
Looking ahead to The Brutalist next Monday and sharing thoughts on Valiant One and Green and Gold.

Episode 311: "At The End of the Santa Fe Trail" Tells Sister Blandina Segale’s Wild West Story

January 20th, 2025  |  41 mins 7 secs

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Join Fr. Looney for an inspiring conversation with Tomas Sanchez, Hollywood stunt actor turned director and producer of At The End of the Santa Fe Trail. This film tells the incredible true story of Sister Blandina Segale, a Catholic nun who ministered to Billy the Kid and countless others along the Santa Fe Trail.

Tomas shares insights into the making of the movie, the challenges of bringing this remarkable story to the big screen, and how Sister Bandina’s faith and courage continue to inspire audiences today.

🔔 Don’t miss this journey into the Wild West and the life of a fearless servant of God.
🎥 Learn more about At The End of the Santa Fe Trail.

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This Past Week #1- On the Topic of Conversion

January 18th, 2025  |  22 mins 16 secs

This Past Week#1- In this new video talk show, Fr. Looney reflects over the past week addressing something he saw online, read in a book, wrote, and watched as a film or on television. This week, Fr. Looney reflects on conversion, and surprisingly, conversion is the lens through which his other comments could also be viewed.

What I Saw- Cardinal Tobin's Pastoral Letter on Conversion
What I read- Cardinal Paul Philippe, O.P., The Blessed Virgin and The Priesthood
What I wrote- an essay for The Priest magazine and a new Crisis article
What I watched- The Fablemans

Episode 310: Pro Tips for Traveling Italy in the 2025 Jubilee Year with Teresa Tomeo

January 13th, 2025  |  36 mins 45 secs

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Planning a trip to Italy during the Jubilee Year 2025? Don’t miss this expert guide! Fr. Edward is joined by Teresa Tomeo, a veteran Catholic journalist, Italian heritage enthusiast, and author of Italy's Shrines and Wonders: Discovering Sacred Spaces, Fascinating Places, and Destinations Off the Beaten Path. With over 70 trips to Italy, Teresa shares insider travel tips to make your pilgrimage or vacation unforgettable.

Episode 309: Meet the Church's Newest Blessed - Fr. Giovanni Merlini (Beatification January 12, 2025)

January 6th, 2025  |  27 mins 28 secs

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In this special episode, Fr. Edward Looney speaks with Fr. Steve de los Santos, a priest of the Missionaries of the Precious Blood, to discuss the upcoming beatification of Fr. Giovanni Merlini on January 12, 2025. Tune in to learn about Fr. Giovanni Merlini’s life, his extraordinary faith, and the miracle that led to his beatification. Fr. Steve also shares insights into the Missionaries of the Precious Blood, the order’s founder St. Gaspar del Buffalo, and the impact of Fr. Merlini’s writings and homilies.

BONUS: Goals for 2025

January 1st, 2025  |  31 mins 12 secs

Join Fr. Looney for the 12 Days of Christmas Talk Show, today he enjoys a cup of Toffee Pretzel coffee from Door County Coffee. He discusses goal setting for the new year and what he hopes to accomplish and then reflects on the opening prayer for the feast of Mary, Mother of God.

BONUS: 2024 in Review: Holy Graves, Movies, Podcast Interviews, and Books

December 31st, 2024  |  57 mins 40 secs

In today's installment of the 12 Days of Christmas Talk Show, Fr. Edward enjoys a cup of Highlander Grogg coffee from Door County Coffee and looks back over 2024 sharing about the holy graves he has visited and prayed at, movies he enjoyed, his favorite podcast interviews of the year, and the books he read in 2024. Afterward, he reflects on the collect (opening prayer) for the liturgical day.

Episode 308: Incorporate Classical Literature Into Your New Year with Dr. Joseph Pearce

December 30th, 2024  |  26 mins 56 secs

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Prolific author and scholar, Dr. Joseph Pearce joins Fr. Edward Looney for a conversation about classical books. If reading more is a goal for 2025, consider adding a classical book or two. What makes a book a classic? Which classic should you begin with? Dr. Pearce answers these questions and more in this episode!

Episode 307: Fr. Bud Keiser's Life is a Hollywood Story About a Catholic

December 18th, 2024  |  15 mins 13 secs

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Fr. Edward speaks with Writer, Producer, and Director Fr. Tom Gibbons about the documentary Hollywood Priest about Fr. Bud Keiser which is airing on PBS World this December. Check local listings. Fr Bud's story is an inspiring one for all people, Meet Fr. Bud in this new documentary.

Wednesday 12/18- 7pm EST/4pm PST
Wednesday 12/18- 9pm PST
Thursday, 12/19- 12am EST and 8am EST/5am PST
Wednesday 12/25- 5am EST/2 am PST and 11 am EST/8am PST

Episode 306: The Importance of the Morning Offering in Your Spiritual Life with Fr. James Kubicki SJ

December 16th, 2024  |  24 mins 34 secs

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Fr. Kubicki's voice is recognizable from his reflections on Relevant Radio. He's been a long time devotee and promoter of the Morning Offering. Today, he joins Fr. Edward Looney to encourage us to make the Morning Offering a part of our daily spiritual life.

Episode 305: What About This New Movie in Theaters Called "I Am The Immaculate Conception"

December 11th, 2024  |  26 mins 44 secs

#movieinterview

While there is a new movie on Netflix about Mary, there is a new movie releasing in theaters for three days called I Am The Immaculate Conception, it is a docudrama, which will teach you about the Blessed Virgin Mary, he role in salvation history, and the importance of the Immaculate Conception. Join Fr. Edward Looney and Fr. Chris Alar for this conversation about the new film and why it's so important.

Episode 304: Do the Saints Celebrate Christmas in Heaven? Anthony DeStefano Imagines So in His New Children's Book

December 9th, 2024  |  24 mins 17 secs

You've heard Anthony DeStefano on the podcast before sharing about his numerous other books. In a charming story, Anthony DeStefano treats topics related to grief and mourning, saintly examples and intercession, all combined with celebrating Christmas. Hear Anthony DeStefano share about his writing method, the story behind his book, and what it means to him as author that so many children' will hear this story. "Christmas in Heaven" is a perfect story to share with the child in your life this Christmas.

Episode 303: A Perfect Christmas Gift for Your Priest: Pray a Holy Hour with Tina Jost

December 2nd, 2024  |  28 mins 4 secs

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Looking for a meaningful Christmas gift for your priest? Author Tina Jost introduces her book, One Hour for My Priest, a prayer companion designed to help the laity dedicate a holy hour for their beloved priests. Discover how this thoughtful gift of prayer can deepen your faith while supporting the spiritual needs of your priest. Tune in to learn more about this unique and heartfelt way to show your gratitude this holiday season.

Episode 302: Episode 302: Tips to Have a Joyful Advent with Rebecca and Stephen Grabill

November 18th, 2024  |  29 mins 51 secs

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Over the years, as a family, the Grabill family began to celebrate the joy of Advent. In their new book from Paraclete Press, Rebecca and Stephen map out a devotional for family life to deepen their prayer, understand our faith tradition, and share experiences together.

Episode 301: Two Catholics Talk About the Evangelical Christmas Film "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever" with Kate O'Hare

November 15th, 2024  |  32 mins 18 secs

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Dallas Jenkins latest movie was in the top 3 at the Box Office last weekend, based off a book known in Evangelical circles, the movie is "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever." In this conversation, Fr. Edward Looney speaks with Kate O'Hare, a Catholic entertainment writer about her takeaways and findings about the movie. The two both highly recommend seeing "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever!"