Every couple of weeks B. David Hogg and Fraser Porter (and guests) bring you their thoughts on the mad world of WWE.
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On this show, Kirby Porter, a Harvard Women’s Basketball alum and brand marketer, sits down with athletes to discuss their playbooks in the business world and how they have leveraged the game in their professional journeys. Learn more at kirbyporter.com
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Steve and Becky Greene, the Cradle and the Convert, help Catholics faithfully live their vocation by providing Church teaching, navigating moral challenges and exploring current issues facing the faith in our culture. Thank you for subscribing and for telling your family and friends!
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3/29/24 - Fr. Dwight Longenecker's Conversion Story
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Fr. Dwight Longenecker joins Steve and Becky to share his journey to the Catholic Church, a story he details in his book, There and Back Again: A Somewhat Religious Odyssey.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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3/22/24 - Fr. Charlie Goraieb, Cultivating Hope
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When the world seems messy, times seem dark, where do we find hope? Fr. Charlie Goraieb, parochial vicar at St. Anne Catholic Church in Gilbert joins Steve and Becky to explore the virtue of hope. He takes a deep dive into the issues of today, what can divide, ways we can be derailed and provides practical ways to cultivate hope.…
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3/15/24 - Fr. John Lankeit, Life Update and the Porters of St. Joseph
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Fr. John Lankeit, parochial vicar at Holy Cross in Mesa and chaplain to the Porters of St. Joseph, gives us an update on his life and ministry. He's leading a Rosary at a downtown event in honor of St. Joseph on March 16.
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3/8/24 - Msgr. James Shea Inspires Us to Evangelize
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Msgr. James Shea joins Steve and Becky to explore the landscape of our culture, provide insights into popular secular ideas and inspire us to evangelize. His book is Religion of the Day: The Sequel to From Christendom to Apostolic Mission.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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3/1/24 - Dr. Larry Chapp on Being a Christian Witness
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Get a theological take on the crisis of our times as Dr. Larry Chapp explores the work of Hans Urs von Balthasar, Peter Maurin and Dorothy Day. His book Confession of a Catholic Worker: Our Current Moment of Christian Witness will inspire us to live differently, totally for Jesus!By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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She made the news when her body was found to be incorruptible, but who was Sr. Mary Wilhelmina? Sr. Mary Josefa from the Benedictine Sisters of Mary, Queen of Apostles joins Steve and Becky to explore Sr. Mary Wilhelmina's life. The book is The Life of Sr. Mary Wilhelmina.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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2/16/24 - Fr. John Waiss on Mary in the Bible
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Fr. John Waiss joins Steve and Becky to explore where we can find Mary in the Bible and what those passages reveal about her. His book is Bible Mary: The Mother of Jesus in the Word of God.
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2/9/24 - Joseph Pearce Looks at History Exploring the Good, the Bad and the Beautiful
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Joseph Pearce joins Steve and Becky to explore the last two millenia of history by looking at the tapestry of good, bad and beautiful woven throughout. His book is The Good, the Bad and the Beautiful: History in Three Dimensions.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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2/2/24 - Fr. Jeffrey Kirby, Reflecting with the Popes
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Fr. Jeffrey Kirby joins Steve and Becky to inspire us to kick off a new year reflecting on the wisdom of the popes. His book is Year With the Popes: Daily Meditations from the Vicar of Christ.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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Becky Greene shares her experiences from the March for Life in Washington.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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1/19/24 - Shaun McAfee on Sacramentals
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Shaun McAfee joins Steve and Becky to dive into a thorough work on the Church's teaching on the sacramentals. His book is Compendium of Sacramentals: Encyclopedia of the Church's Blessings, Signs, and Devotions.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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1/12/24 - Carrie Gress on Feminism and Womanhood
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Carrie Gress explores feminism from early thinkers up to what we see today and the impact it has made on the culture. Her book is The End of Woman: How Smashing the Patriarchy Has Destroyed Us.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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1/5/24 - Fr. Robert Spitzer on Science and Life After Death
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Fr. Robert Spitzer joins Steve and Becky to explore the scientific explanation of the soul and what happens after death. His book is Science at the Doorstep to God: Science and Reason in Support of God, The Soul and Life After Death.
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12/29/23 - Fr. Robert Spitzer, Faith and Science
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It is a popular notion that science refutes faith, yet a majority of scientists, especially young ones believe in God. Fr. Robert Spitzer joins Steve and Becky to dive into the relationship between faith and science. His book is Science at the Doorstep to God: Science and Reason in Support of God, The Soul and Life After Death.…
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Steve and Becky reflect on Advent traditions and how they hope to be living the Advent and Christmas season as well as the new traditions they are embracing as their children grow.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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12/15/23 - Fr. John Riccardo on Surrender and Mission - Part 1
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God wants his world back, let's mobilize for mission. These words come from the Acts XXIX website. Fr. John Riccardo shares this ministry, how they are helping rescue souls and bring them into a relationship with God.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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12/8/23 - Emily Malloy on Theology of Home IV
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Emily Malloy joins Steve and Becky to explore how our homes can help draw our attention to God. Though her floral arranging experience, she offers simple ways to incorporate flowers and plants in our homes to remind us of God's creation. Her book is Theology of Home IV: Arranging the Seasons.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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12/1/23 - Michael Gormley on the Mysteries of the Rosary
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Beauty leads to contemplation. Michael Gormley joins Steve and Becky explore the moments of Jesus and Mary's lives we reflect on in the Rosary. He invites us to gather together to pray the Rosary with a beautiful video series called the Mysteries of the Rosary released by Paradisus Dei. The Joyful Mysteries series is the newest release and a great …
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Listeners may have noticed a new introduction in the last few months on the show. Steve and Becky talk about recent changes in their work and home life. They reflect with gratitude on what God has been doing in their lives.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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11/17/23 - Jason Craig on Growing in Virtue
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Growing in virtue is different from self help. Jason Craig explores ways to cultivate virtue and mature in faith. He invites men to build community with each other and their sons to take this journey together. His book is The Traditional Virtues According to St. Thomas Aquinas: A Study for Men.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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11/10/23 - Msgr. James Shea Inspires Us to Mission
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Msgr. James Shea shares from his experience ministering to college students to help us understand the landscape of our time. Having moved away from a Christian culture, we're faced with particular challenges for evangelization. His book is From Christendom to Apostolic Mission: Pastoral Strategies for an Apostolic Age.…
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11/3/23 - Fr. Timothy Reid on Conversion and Carmelite Spirituality
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Fr. Timothy Reid shares his powerful conversion story, vocation story and invites us to learn more about Carmelite Spirituality. He's hosting a podcast series on St. Teresa of Avila's, The Interior Castle.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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10/27/23 - Fr. Basil Nortz, Cultivating Silence
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Noise surrounds us, keeps us from focusing and distracts us from prayer. Fr. Basil Nortz joins Steve and Becky with practical tips for quieting the noise around us, but even more importantly, the internal noise that keeps us from hearing God's voice. His book is Holy Silence: A Practical Guide to Recollection in God.…
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10/20/23 - Fr. Ken Geraci, CFM on Fighting Spiritual Battles with Divine Mercy
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Fr. Ken Geraci joins Steve and Becky to talk about spiritual warfare and provide tips to strengthen us in battle by growing our prayer life, especially incorporating the divine mercy message. His book is Spiritual Warfare and Divine Mercy: The Weapon for Our Times.
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10/13/23 - Bear Woznick Inspiring Men to Virtue
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Be challenged to grow in holiness! Bear Woznick joins Steve and Becky to inspire men to strive for virtue. His book is 12 Rules for Manliness: Where Have All the Cowboys Gone?By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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10/6/23 - Fr. Boniface Hicks, a Mini-Retreat with Jesus and Mary
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Take a 33-day journey at home to grow in childlike trust with Jesus and Mary. Fr. Boniface Hicks joins Steve and Becky to explore his book The Fruit of Her Womb: 33-Day Preparation for Total Consecration to Jesus.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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9/29/23 - Dr. Ian Murphy on Healing and Self-Awareness
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Seeing ourselves the way God sees us starts the path to healing. Dr Ian Murphy shares his personal story and how God worked in his life. His book is The Road to Self-Awareness: A Catholic Therapy Book.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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9/22/23 - Dr. Theresa Notare on Natural Family Planning
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Dr. Theresa Notare, assistant director for the Natural Family Planning Program at the Secretariat for Laity, Marriage, Family Life and Youth, United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) explores the science, history and policies relating to NFP.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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9/15/23 - Dcn. Matthew Newsome on Growing Spiritually with St. Francis de Sales
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St. Francis de Sales wrote for average laypeople to help them grow in holiness while living in the world. Dcn. Matthew Newsome joins Steve and Becky to break open his writings and discuss how we can live a more holy life. His book is The Devout Life: A Modern Guide to Practical Holiness with St. Francis de Sales.…
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9/8/23 - Kimberly Begg on Inspiring Saints
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Raising holy families is a struggle in today's culture. Kimberly Begg joins Steve and Becky to discuss the saints that inspire us to courage and faithfulness. Her book is Unbreakable: Saints Who Inspired Saints to Moral Courage.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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9/1/23 - Dr. Ryan Hanning on Questions and Discernment
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How do you discern big and small decisions? How can you grow in holiness in the time and place where God has you? How do you listen to God in the big and small decisions? Dr. Ryan Hanning joins Steve and Becky to explore these questions and more.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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8/25/23 - Dr. Gilbert Lavoie on the Shroud of Turin
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Gilbert R. Lavoie, M.D., joins Steve and Becky to examine the Shroud of Turin, comparing his scientific findings with John’s Gospel account of the death and resurrection of Jesus. His book is The Shroud of Jesus: And the Sign John Ingeniously Concealed.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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8/18/23 - Dawn Marie Beutner, The Leaven of the Saints
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Dawn Marie Beutner joins Steve and Becky to explore how martyrs and mystics, Fathers of the Church and Doctors of the Church, married saints and clergy, apostles and popes have all changed the world over the centuries and inspire us to do the same. Her book is The Leaven of the Saints: Bringing Christ into a Fallen World.…
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8/11/23 - Happy Feast Day, St. Philomena!
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Celebrating St. Philomena on her feast day, Steve and Becky welcome Fr. Peregrine Fletcher, author of My Name is Philomena: A Saint's Story.
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8/4/23 - Joe Heschmeyer on the Real Presence
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The Eucharist is the Real Presence, but how can we better understand and embrace this reality? Joe Heschmeyer shows how this reasonable, biblical teaching unlocks the mysteries of faith. His book is The Eucharist is Really Jesus: How Christ's Body and Blood Are the Key to Everything We Believe.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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Buckle up for some fun while you take a journey with Steve and Becky through their recent travel adventures.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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7/21/23 - Dr. Jay Richards on Science, Evolution and Intelligent Design
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Take a journey into the intersection of faith and science as Dr. Jay Richards explains the concept of intelligent design. He's contributed to the book God's Grandeur: The Catholic Case for Intelligent Design.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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7/14/23 - Patrick O'Hearn on Dating Like a Saint
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Where can we find good examples for courtship in a confusing and morally treacherous dating landscape? Patrick O'Hearn shares how saintly couples found each other and married. His book is Courtship of the Saints: How the Saints Met their Spouses.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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Steve and Becky Greene share stories and reflections to kick off the Summer!By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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6/23/23 - Make Good Choices with Fr. Augustine Wetta
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How can we make better decisions? Fr. Augustine Wetta joins Steve and Becky tap into the wisdom of the Desert Fathers. His book is Pray. Think. Act.: Make Better Decisions with the Desert Fathers.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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6/16/23 - Eduard Habsburg, Tips for Turbulent Times
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Eduard Habsburg, the Archduke of Austria joins Steve and Becky to share stories from his family history and tips for transforming society. His book is The Habsburg Way: Seven Rules for Turbulent Times.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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6/9/23 - Fr. Sebastian Walshe on the Beatitudes
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Fr. Sebastian Walshe breaks open the Beatitudes as a path to holiness. His book is Heart of the Gospel: How the Beatitudes Show Us God's Plan for Happiness.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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Dr. John Bergsma explores marriage and family as an icon of God's love in Scriptures. His book is Love Basics for Catholics: Illustrating God’s Love for Us Throughout the Bible.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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5/19/23 - Changing Hearts About Abortion
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Personal conversations change hearts. Katherine Burow of Abortion Dialogue Academy joins Steve and Becky to share how to have fruitful conversations about abortion.
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5/12/23 - Tyler Rowley Shares Stories Revealing the Dignity of Life
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Tyler Rowley shares personal stories that illustrate the ugly reality of abortion and the beauty of life. His book is Life to the Full: True Stories that Reveal the Dignity of Every Human Life.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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5/26/23 - The Eucharist and Civilization
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Dr. R. Jared Staudt joins Steve and Becky to explore how the Eucharist is essential for us individually, and also for transforming our civilization. His book is How the Eucharist Can Save Civilization.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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5/5/23 - George Weigel Explores Vatican II
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George Weigel explores the documents, teachings and legacy of Vatican II. His book is To Sanctify the World: The Vital Legacy of Vatican II.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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4/28/23 - Fr. Keith Kenney on Sin, Confession and Holiness
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Fr. Keith Kenney helps us understand sin, how to examine our lives and how to prepare for Confession. It is a thorough exploration of how to grow in holiness by rooting out sin through the beautiful sacrament of Confession.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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4/21/23 - Fr. Keith Kenney - Introduction to Confession
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Why should everyone get to Confession? Fr. Keith Kenney unpacks what actually happens in Confession, how to prepare and how it benefits us to live a better life.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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4/14/23 - Andrew Whitmore on Growing in Virtue with Aquinas
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Dr. Andrew Whitmore shares insights, stories and practical tips inspired by St. Thomas Aquinas to help us build holy habits. His book is Saintly Habits: Aquinas' 7 Simple Strategies You Can Use to Grow in Virtue.By Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
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