Francis Effect podcast
Francis Effect podcast
Sandburg Media
Two theologians walk into a bar... No, seriously: This podcast is about the real world of politics and current events, seen through the lens of Catholic teaching and spirituality. Your hosts, Fr. Dan Horan and David Dault, bring you a mix of perspectives, from Abbey Road to Metaphysical Graffiti. Dan is a Franciscan friar and Catholic priest. David is a radio producer and Catholic convert. They both have doctorates in theology. It is the best possible kind of nerdy.
#2412 - Hurricanes and Climate Change, Horan's News, and an interview with Massimo Faggioli
In this extended episode, we look at the recent climate devastation in the southeast, debrief with Daniel about his recent announcement, and Heidi interviews Massimo Faggioli about the October meeting of the Synod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 10, 2024
1 hr 33 min
#2411 - Anti-Immigration bias, Religiosity among Gen-Z men, and an interview with Jeanne Lewis of Faith in Public Life
Heidi, Daniel, and David talk about the recent rise in calumny among Catholic candidates and elected officials, they look at changing demographics in Gen Z, and Heidi talks with Jeanne Lewis, CEO of Faith in Public Life, about the recent uptick in political violence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 26, 2024
1 hr 6 min
#2410 - The Season of Creation, Women Deacons, and an interview with Emily Reimer-Barry
Heidi, Daniel, and David explore the history and possibilities of women in the diaconate, look at the current Season of Creation in light of increasing environmental destruction, and Heidi interviews author and ethicist Emily Reimer-Barry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 12, 2024
1 hr 11 min
#2409 - Harris becomes the candidate, RNC and DNC conventions, and recent SCOTUS decisions
Heidi, Dan, and David kick off season 15 with a look back at summer politics - from the shakeup in the Democratic presidential ticket, to the Republican and Democratic conventions, and some earth-shaking Supreme Court decisions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 29, 2024
1 hr 20 min
#2408 - SCOTUS Homelessness Case, Pop Culture Roundup, and an interview with Elizabeth Johnson
Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David end season 14 with a look at the media they've been consuming lately, as well as looking at a recent Supreme Court case that might affect care for the homeless. Then Heidi interviews Sr. Elizabeth Johnson. Have a great summer, and we'll see you in the fall! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 25, 2024
1 hr 17 min
#2407 - Dignitas Infinita, the passing of Bishop Gumbleton, and in interview with Natalia Impertatori-Lee
Fr. Daniel, Heidi, and David talk about the recent DDF instruction on human dignity, with an eye to its implications for LGBTQIA+ communities. Next, they look at the life and legacy of Bishop Thomas Gumbleton, and Heidi interviews Professor Natalia Imperatori-Lee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 11, 2024
1 hr 11 min
#2406 - The Mar-A-Lago 'Catholic' Event, March Madness, and an interview with Bruce Morrill
Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David look at the recent ‘prayer’ event held in support of Donald Trump at Mar-A-Lago, and Heidi and Daniel teach David some things about basketball. Also, Heidi interviews Bruce Morrill, Chair of Catholic Studies at Vanderbilt University about the upcoming Eucharistic Congress Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 28, 2024
1 hr 12 min
#2405 - The presidential race begins, the demise of Church Militant, and an interview with Michael O'Loughlin
Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David discuss Super Tuesday and the State of the Union address, then they look at the recent collapse of the ultra-right-wing website, Church Militant, and Heidi interviews Michael O'Loughlin, recently named Executive Director of Outreach Catholic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 14, 2024
1 hr 13 min
#2404 - IVF fallout, an attack on Annunciation House, and an interview with Dr. Kathleen Dorsey Bellow
Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David look at recent court rulings that have resulted in confusing and at points disastrous consequences for parents undergoing IVF treatments. Next they look at Texas AG Ken Paxton's recent accusations against Annunciation House, a ministry serving migrants, and Heidi interviews Dr. Kathleen Dorsey Bellow, Director of the Institute for Black Catholic Studies in New Orleans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 29, 2024
1 hr 17 min
#2403 - Superbowl ads, Cardinals meet with female Episcopal Bishop and discuss priestly celibacy, and an interview with Joyce Rupp
Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David talk about the "He Gets Us" ad campaign, and who might be funding it. Then they look at recent discussions around priestly celibacy, and a meeting of the Council of Cardinals to discuss women's issues with some actual women, and Heidi interviews author Joyce Rupp about Lent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 15, 2024
1 hr 23 min
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