Episodes

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

    Episode 312: Faith on the Jury: Anna Nuzzo Shares Her Jury Duty Experience
    Jan 27 2025
    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! Lern more about Anna Nuzzo at: https://www.annanuzzo.com
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    36 mins
  • This Past Week #2 | Woman Bishop’s Message, The Word Amen, & Mel Gibson’s Flight Risk

    This Past Week #2 | Woman Bishop’s Message, The Word Amen, & Mel Gibson’s Flight Risk
    Jan 25 2025
    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. 📢 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more weekly updates! Let me know if you'd like any changes or additional details!
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    23 mins
  • Episode 311: "At The End of the Santa Fe Trail" Tells Sister Blandina Segale’s Wild West Story

    Episode 311: "At The End of the Santa Fe Trail" Tells Sister Blandina Segale’s Wild West Story
    Jan 20 2025
    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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    41 mins
  • This Past Week #1- On the Topic of Conversion

    This Past Week #1- On the Topic of Conversion
    Jan 18 2025
    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
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    22 mins
  • Episode 310: Pro Tips for Traveling Italy in the 2025 Jubilee Year with Teresa Tomeo

    Episode 310: Pro Tips for Traveling Italy in the 2025 Jubilee Year with Teresa Tomeo
    Jan 13 2025
    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. In this episode, you’ll discover: ✅ Must-see Vatican and Rome sites for pilgrims. ✅ Tips for finding authentic Italian restaurants. ✅ The best ways to travel around Italy (train vs. car). ✅ Hidden gems like Assisi, Matera, and Padre Pio’s shrine. ✅ The tomb of soon-to-be Saint Carlo Acutis. ✅ When to visit Italy for great weather and fewer crowds. ✅ How an Italian pilgrimage can deepen your faith and inspire others. Learn how to plan a spiritually enriching trip while avoiding common tourist pitfalls. Whether it’s your first visit or you’re a seasoned traveler, these tips will help you navigate the Jubilee Year with ease! 🔗 Learn more about Teresa Tomeo: https://www.teresatomeo.com https://www.travelitalyexpert.com 📘 Buy the book: https://www.ewtnreligiouscatalogue.com/italys-shrines-and-wonders/p/BKEPUB84259 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more Catholic travel tips and inspiration! 🛐🌍✈️
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    37 mins
  • Episode 309: Meet the Church's Newest Blessed - Fr. Giovanni Merlini (Beatification January 12, 2025)

    Episode 309: Meet the Church's Newest Blessed - Fr. Giovanni Merlini (Beatification January 12, 2025)
    Jan 6 2025
    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. Don’t miss out on this insightful conversation ahead of Fr. Merlini’s beatification ceremony in 2025!
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    27 mins
  • BONUS: Goals for 2025

    BONUS: Goals for 2025
    Jan 1 2025
    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.
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    31 mins
  • BONUS: 2024 in Review: Holy Graves, Movies, Podcast Interviews, and Books

    BONUS: 2024 in Review: Holy Graves, Movies, Podcast Interviews, and Books
    Dec 31 2024
    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.
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    58 mins