Hey Everybody! It's Fr. Edward

Inspiring Conversations about Faith, Film, and Life

About the show

Fr. Edward Looney is a Catholic priest who loves having conversations with guests. They talk about new book releases, various topics related to faith and life, and occasionally he speaks with producers, directors, and actors from the film industry. He has podcasted since 2019, formerly as “How They Love Mary” and “Cup of St. Joe,” conducting over 300 interviews to date. The interview style podcasts from Fr. Edward continues now, as he begins each conversation greeting his audience with “Hey Everybody!” Tune in for inspiring conversations about faith, film, and life.

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Episodes

  • Episode 282: Heidi Hess Saxton is Telling Sacred Stories of Saints and Their Devotion to the Eucharist

    July 15th, 2024  |  31 mins 37 secs
    #bookinterview

    Heidi Hess Saxton is a seasoned veteran in the publishing world, with a wealth of experience under her belt. Recently, Our Sunday Visitor released her latest book, Stories of the Eucharist: A Family Treasury of Saints and Seekers. In this podcast episode, Heidi joins Fr. Edward to share her journey to believing in the Eucharist as a convert, and to recount inspiring stories of diverse saints within the Catholic tradition.

  • Episode 281: Adele Brise: Marian Visionary, Woman of the Eucharist, Woman for the Eucharistic Revival

    July 9th, 2024  |  24 mins 20 secs
    #soloepisode, #talkbyfrlooney

    In this reflection, Fr. Edward Looney reflects on the life and example of Adele Brise, the Champion, Wisconsin visionary, and how she can inspire Eucharistic devotion during this time of Eucharistic Revival in the United States.

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    Episode 280: Catholic Writer's Guild Keynote Address-Consecrating Our Writing to Mary

    July 1st, 2024  |  52 mins 32 secs
    talk by fr. looney

    Fr. Edward was invited to give the keynote address for the Catholic Writers Guild last month. They asked him to speak about the act of consecrating one's writing to Mary. Whether you are a writer or not, the points brought forward by Fr. Edward are sure to inspire and deepen your devotion to Mary.

  • Episode 279: Bree Left the Adult Film Industry and Embraced the Catholic Faith-Her Story of Conversion

    June 24th, 2024  |  51 mins 14 secs
    influencer interview

    In this episode Fr. Edward speaks with a recent convert to Catholicism, whose story has moved many on Catholic Twitter. In this story, you will hear how Bree (known formerly as Miss B) left behind her decade long career in the adult film industry to become a more faithful follower of Christ. In this interview with Fr. Edward Looney, you will hear:

    Her story of conversion
    How our lady was a source of comfort for her during the process
    How St Clare spoke to her while she was in Assisi
    Her experience of confession and receiving the Eucharist for the first time
    How she confronts temptation today
    What she makes of her social media haters.

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    Episode 278: James Hiked His Own Way of St. James (El Camino) in Michigan along the Lakeshore

    June 17th, 2024  |  57 mins 55 secs
    conversation

    James of Michigan spent a little more than 30 days walking more than 500 miles. Many people complete The Way of St. James by beginning in Portugal or France and ending up in Santiagod de Compostela, Spain. James walked out his front door in lower MIchigan and started walking the shoreline of Lake Michigan. He documented his journey through Twitter, and in one of his first interviews afterward, James shares with Fr. Edward about the journey and the parallels he made to the Spanish pilgrimage. Hear about his ups and downs, highs and lows, and how God was at work during those endless days of walking.

  • Episode 277: Visiting Places of Graces

    June 13th, 2024  |  46 mins 2 secs
    new book, talk by fr. looney

    Fr. Edward is delighted to share about his newest travel memoir, Places of Grace, and shares with you a talk he recently gave on lessons he has learned from his Catholic pilgrimages and travels.

  • Episode 276: Bear Woznick Offers Some Reflections on Fatherhood to Prepare Us for Father's Day

    June 10th, 2024  |  32 mins 25 secs
    bookinterview

    Bear Woznick book "12 Rules for Manliness" is a reflection on masculine spirituality. The concluding chapter focuses on fatherhood. In this candid conversation with Fr. Edward Looney, Bear shares about his father and then offers insights from his own experience of being a father. Be inspired by Bear and then gift his latest book to the man in your life.

  • Episode 275: Studying the Catholic Alphabet with Shaun McAfee's New Catholic Dictionary

    June 3rd, 2024  |  28 mins 20 secs
    book interview, influencer interview

    Shaun McAfee is back on the podcast to share about his latest resource book for Catholics. For all intents and purposes, it's a Catholic dictionary for the contemporary Catholic. If you want to know about a topic, this might be a great resource to have on your shelf and turn to at a moment's notice. Learn about the book and gain insights into tough Catholic topics with this conversation.

  • Episode 274: In Service to God and Nation: Memorial Day with Fr. Peter Pomposello, a Catholic Military Chaplain

    May 27th, 2024  |  33 mins 13 secs

    This Memorial Day, join Fr. Edward Looney for a poignant conversation with Fr. Peter Pomposello, a dedicated Catholic military chaplain. Discover the unique journey and daily life of a chaplain as Fr. Pomposello shares his experiences and insights, addressing topics such as:

    The path to becoming a military chaplain
    A typical day in the life of a military chaplain
    Celebrating Mass in diverse and challenging deployment settings
    Guidance for parents with children entering basic training and military service
    The role of military chaplains in the causes for sainthood
    The significance of St. Gemma Galgani as the patron saint of paratroopers

    In this heartfelt episode, we honor the memory of our fallen heroes while exploring the vital spiritual support chaplains provide to soldiers today. Tune in for a meaningful discussion that blends faith, service, and remembrance.

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    Episode 273: A Crash Course in Flannery O'Connor with Fr. Damian Ference

    May 20th, 2024  |  30 mins 15 secs
    book interview, influencer interview, movie interview

    Flannery O'Connor is an American writer known for her short stories. She also happens to be the subject of a new film "Wildcat" which is in theaters now, check local listings. Flannery O'Connor has been described as one of the greatest American writers, yet she is quite difficult to appreciate and understand. In this podcast episode, Fr. Damian Ference joins Fr. Edward Looney to share about his passion, love, and insights into the Hillbilly Thomist Flannery O'Connor.

  • Episode 272: Meet Anna, The Church Traveler from Instagram, and Learn Why She Visits Catholic Churches for Fun!

    May 13th, 2024  |  45 mins 58 secs
    influencer interview

    What compels Anna to visit so many different churches? Why did she start her Instagram page? What does she look for during a visit to a Church? What does she do during a visit? How can you better appreciate visiting a church you've never visited before? In this conversation with Fr. Edward Looney, Anna answers these questions and more!

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    Episode 271: Are We Living in the Times Prophesied by Our Lady of Good Success with James Valois

    May 6th, 2024  |  30 mins 24 secs
    book interview, marian apapritions

    James Valois became a devotee of Our Lady of Good Success decades ago, before it was popularized through the internet and social media. In his book "Our Lady's Prophesies" he helps the reader understand the importance and significance of the seventeenth century apparitions in Ecuador. In this interview with Fr. Edward Looney, Mr. Valois helps make sense of the apparitions and the current situation of the world today.

  • Episode 270: Ed the Diver is Caring for God's Waterways

    May 2nd, 2024  |  22 mins 53 secs
    influencer interview

    Ed the Diver has become quite popular on social media. He's from Northeast Wisconsin and dives local rivers and waterways cleaning up debris on the waterway floor. In this conversation with Fr. Edward, he shares how he is caring for God's waterways and encourages all people to take better care of the environment.

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    Episode 269: Spiritual Insights into Mysticism, Paradise, the Mass, and Monasticism from John Michael Talbot

    April 29th, 2024  |  55 mins 36 secs
    book interview, music interview

    John Michael Talbot is a Grammy and Dove award winning Catholic musician Not only has he sung the praises of God and spoken to masses of people, he also has penned 38 books. His latest, "Late Have I Loved You" is an updated autobiography of how the Lord has worked in his life and how he has responded to the Lord. In this conversation with Fr. Edward Looney, John Michael Talbot shares about a mystical experience he had while in the hospital, the value of the Mass, and the need for monasticism in the world today.

  • Episode 268: One Priest's Experience While Walking the El Camino de Santiago with Fr. Greg Markey

    April 22nd, 2024  |  27 mins 22 secs
    book interview

    Fr. Greg Markey walked the Way of St. James, known as the El Camino De Santiago. In this conversation with Fr. Edward Looney, Fr. Markey shares about the experience and about experience he had along The Way. If you have ever considered a life-changing pilgrimage, it is the El Camino. Learn his tips and recommendations for a good camino.

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    Episode 267: Irena Gut's Daughter Reflects on Mother's Heroism with the Actress Who Portrays Irena in New Wrenching Film--Irena's Vow

    April 15th, 2024  |  11 mins 38 secs
    movie interview

    Fr. Edward watches a lot of movies. He likes most of them. He loves only a few. Irena's Vow is one he loves. It was a powerful story. In this interview, Fr. Looney speaks with Irena's daughter, Jeannie Smith, about her impressions of her mother's story and with Sophie Nélisse who portrays her. Irena's Vow is in theaters on April 15 and 16 as a Fathom Event. If there is a movie you are going to fit into your schedule if the days and times are not convenient, make it Irena's Vow.