Best Maureen Johnson Podcasts (2024)

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You Belong Here with Kim Dabbs 25:23

4h ago25:23

25:23

Kim Dabbs, Founder: To Belonging Book: You Belong Here: The Power of Being Seen, Heard, and Valued on Your Own Terms. Kim Dabbs is a global leader in Belonging and Purpose, whose unique life story informs her passionate advocacy for inclusion and understanding. Born in Korea and adopted by American parents, Kim's journey has taken her from feeling …

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Diaconate Vocations with Deacon Dean Johnson 55:14

2d ago55:14

55:14

It’s another laughter-filled episode of Talking Catholic, as co-hosts Jen Mauro and Mike Walsh welcome a new guest to the show: Deacon Dean Johnson, who serves in Church of the Holy Family, Sewell. First, Deacon Dean shares what he learned during his time in the diaconate program – both educationally and spiritually. “The more I got to know about t…

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#111 SF’s greatest partnership? Three novels by Frederik Pohl and Cyril M. Kornbluth (1952 - 1959) 17:34

5d ago17:34

17:34

This special feature episode focuses on three novels written in partnership by Frederik Pohl and Cyril M. Kornbbluth - The Space Merchants (1952), Gladiator-at-Law (1955), and Wolfbane (1959). Each unique in their own way, these three books are classics of the genre in the 1950s. They are the products of a special partnership between two writers wh…

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NEW YORK STATE OF MIND 1:00:32

3d ago1:00:32

1:00:32

This week, we find out that Maureen’s been right about New York all along: It’s the place to be. Everything happens there! Broadway! Great food! Amazing music! Cutting-edge dance and fashion! Large-scale arrests! Weird trials! Trash in bins! You name it, New York has it. It’s all NYC, all the time this week. Chicago can absolutely eat it. Says Who …

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Talking Saints - George of Lydda 16:56

4d ago16:56

16:56

Naming Saint George the Patron of England, King Edward III referred to him as “the most invincible athlete of Christ.”This 4th century soldier and martyr, indeed, was strong and untiring in his witness, inspiring others to put their faith in the one true God.In the latest Talking Saints, Laurie and Pete remember this his feast day, and share the li…

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Education Technology with FACTS 58:22

5d ago58:22

58:22

Technology plays a huge role in our everyday lives, including how we choose, and enroll into, Catholic schools. Co-hosts Marianela Nunez and Michael Bress brought in colleagues Robin Parrish and Jeff Stoddard from the education technology company FACTS (https://factsmgt.com) to discuss the impact that technology has had on schools and for inquiring…

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Racial Justice at Work with Mary Frances Winters & Mareisha Reese 26:54

8d ago26:54

26:54

DEI has evolved over the years, and I wanted to reach out about a new term being discussed and practiced — justice (aka DEIJ). Mary-Frances Winters, founder and CEO of The Winters Group Inc., a global DEI consultancy, focuses on this topic in her new book: Racial Justice at Work: Practical Solutions for Systemic Change. Justice is a newer concept i…

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#110 Outside context problem: Excession (1996) by Iain M. Banks 8:13

9d ago8:13

8:13

Winner of the BSFA Award for Best Novel, Excession (1996) is the fourth novel in Iain M. Banks ever-popular Culture series of SF novels. In this entry, the awesome power of the post-scarcity Culture civilisation is challenged by two linked threats. One is the increasing aggression of a cruel species, the Affront. The other is the emergence of a vas…

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SNOOZEFLASH 1:02:26

11d ago1:02:26

1:02:26

Oh hello, SaysWhovia. Maureen was just getting her mail. What’s this? A jury summons? LOL, that’s a joke, of course. She would never be so lucky. It’s the ticket of the season! Which lucky New Yorkers will get to hang out in a waiting room with hundreds of other hopefuls, all trying out for one of the big roles as a Trump juror. Everyone is excited…

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Synod update with Mike Canaris and Maureen O’Connell 55:55

12d ago55:55

55:55

“How do we be Church together?” Such is among the topics “Talking Catholic” tackles in this week’s episode with guests Michael Canaris and Maureen H. O’Connell. Discussing all things synodal, Canaris – longtime columnist for the Catholic Star Herald and associate professor of theology at Loyola University Chicago’s Institute of Pastoral Studies – a…

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Do YOU with Regina Lawless 23:44

13d ago23:44

23:44

Regina Lawless helps high-achieving Black women find purpose beyond their paycheck in order to experience more bliss in their lives and sustainable success at work and at home. Before starting Bossy & Blissful, a community for Black women executives and business owners, Regina served as the head of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) at Instagram…

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Tim Falkiner: The Zone of the Pokies Addict 59:33

15d ago59:33

59:33

This lecture discusses electronic gambling machines known as “pokies” in Australia, “slot machines” in the United States of America and “fruit machines” in the United Kingdom. It explores their use of symbols, how players may be entranced by the promise of spiritual connection and let down by the lack of revelation. Regulations surrounding electron…

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Mitchell Whitfield (My Cousin Vinny, Friends) 1:11:42

16d ago1:11:42

1:11:42

Noel catches up with Mitchell Whitfield. The actor is probably best known for portraying Stan Rothenstein in 'My Cousin Vinny" and Rachel's ex-finance, Barry, on "Friends." Mitchell talks about the scene that broke him while shooting Vinny. Mitchell also talks about the starring role on Friends that he almost got. He now is a very successful voice …

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#109 No brakes: Tau Zero (1970) by Poul Anderson 10:45

16d ago10:45

10:45

Poul Anderson's Tau Zero, published in 1970, is a landmark of hard SF which pushes out far further, beyond the Milky Way and into the frightening emptiness of intergalactic space. It also deals memorably with time dilation, and a vast spain of eons. Significantly, Anderson does all of this in a scientifically convincing way, with a plot strongly gr…

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WOODCHIPPER 1:03:16

19d ago1:03:16

1:03:16

Oh hello, SaysWhovia. We were just examining this ancient book of spells and portents. Let’s see…an earthquake, an eclipse, lightning hitting the Empire State Building…oh. Just a typical week in New York City. Nothing weird going on at all. Oh wait. The Trump trial is about to start in Maureen’s hometown! That must be it. 2024 is finally turning on…

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“Cabrini” movie review 56:20

20d ago56:20

56:20

This week, Kari and Mike have a great Holy Week wrap-up conversation, speak with one of the newest members of the Catholic Church, and review the excellent new movie “Cabrini” with guest reviewers Fr. John Rossi, pastor of Saint Bridget University Parish, Candice Rauchfuss and Sam Brown. Our guests really get into the nuts and bolts of the new movi…

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Reflections on Toxic Leadership with Amy Gallo 24:30

20d ago24:30

24:30

Amy Gallo is a contributing editor at Harvard Business Review. She is the author of the HBR Guide to Dealing with Conflict and a cohost of HBR's Women at Work podcast. Her articles have been collected in dozens of books on emotional intelligence, giving and receiving feedback, time management, and leadership. As a sought-after speaker and facilitat…

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#108 Fashion victim: The Garments of Caean (1976) by Barrington J. Bayley 8:58

24d ago8:58

8:58

The Garments of Caean is a science fiction novel by the British author Barrington J. Bayley (1937 - 2008). It forms a part of his classic run of unusual and energetic books in the mid-1970s, and is included in guide 100 Must-Read Science Fiction Novels. This is a space opera with an odd hook - it is about clothes, specifically an incredible Frachon…

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THE LENTIL PRINCESS 1:00:26

28d ago1:00:26

1:00:26

SaysWhovia, Maureen has had a rough week. But it's OK because she's TOTALLY FINE. Yes, that's what she is. She is also the lentil princess, so she has that going for her. Meanwhile the world is going to complete and utter shi... Happy days for she's the lentil princess! Says Who is made possible by you, through your support of our Patreon at patreo…

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Neurodiversity and the Future of Work with Dr. Maureen Dunne 28:02

26d ago28:02

28:02

Maureen Dunne is a cognitive scientist, neurodiversity expert, global keynote speaker, board director, and business leader with over two decades of experience helping organizations build thriving cultures. She has served as a Senior Advisor to some of the world's top corporate brands, Fortune 500 companies, universities, venture capital funds, and …

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#107 Living with the dead: The Falling Woman (1986) by Pat Murphy 8:17

1M ago8:17

8:17

American fantasy in the 1980s is often associated with big, bloated series of novels steeped in Tolkien and Dungeons and Dragons. The Falling Woman is something very different. It isn't set in some imagined world stuck in the middle ages - the story occurs in contemporary Mexico, in and around an archaelogical dig site. But this is a fantasy novel …

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Gilbert Gabriel of The Dream Academy 1:20:33

1M ago1:20:33

1:20:33

Noel catches up with Gilbert Gabriel. The keyboardist/co-writer was a member of the British trio, The Dream Academy. The band released three studio albums. Their debut, featured the band's biggest hit, "Life in a Northern Town," which went to number seven on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1985. The band also had songs featured in two John Hughes movies, …

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INCORPORATE THE INTERRUPTION 1:05:53

1M ago1:05:53

1:05:53

Says Whovians! 2024 is starting to show its whole ass now as the former president Goes Through Some Things in the last 24 hours and somehow has emerged... better off? Great. Also, Dan is in Colorado and Maureen is at her folks and, well, she's coming in hot. And then, suddenly, she's reading from the elaborate guide for getting on the internet she …

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Eat, Sleep, and Innovate with Scott Anthony 22:39

1M ago22:39

22:39

Scott Anthony is a multidisciplinary expert who is passionate about helping individuals and organizations develop the capacity to thrive in today’s world of never-ending change. He has worked at Innosight, a growth strategy consultancy cofounded by Harvard Business School Professor Clayton Christensen, since 2003. As a senior partner there, he has …

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Holy Week with Fr. Stephen Robbins 55:31

1M ago55:31

55:31

We’ve come to Holy Week, the most unique and opportunity-laden time period on the Catholic calendar. Jen and Mike sat down with Fr. Stephen Robbins, Parochial Vicar of the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception Parish in Camden to discuss many of the nuances of the Holy Week Masses and services. It’s a really great conversation with Fr. Robbins dro…

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#106 Raising Titans: Imperial Earth (1975) by Arthur C. Clarke 13:43

1M ago13:43

13:43

Imperial Earth is the second of three novels Arthur C. Clarke published during the 1970s - and of those three, it is the least well-known. The main focus of this episode is to assess this tale of 2276, which takes in the quincentennial of the United States, a technological utopia, and Clarke's coy take on sexuality in science fiction. This episode …

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Alan Blumenfeld 59:29

1M ago59:29

59:29

Noel catches up Alan Blumenfeld. If there was a television guest star hall of fame, Alan would be first ballot. The actor has had an amazing 40-year career, having guest starred on Diff'rent Strokes, Family Ties (seven times), Growing Pains, Cheers and Roseanne to name a few. Perhaps his most memorable guest star appearance was portraying Mr. Ha Ha…

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A CAREFULLY BALANCED DAN IN A CAREFULLY BALANCED VAN 56:28

1M ago56:28

56:28

Sometimes, SayWhovia, it’s important to think about balance. Work and life balance. Physical balance. Bank balance. The balance of an overladen van teetering on the edge of a cliff. This is the balance episode, where all of these things will come up. Dan’s work and life balance is a little off again. Maureen is learning physical balance! Trump has …

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From the Corn Fields to the Corner Office with Jane Boulware 24:18

1M ago24:18

24:18

From the cornfields of Iowa, Jane Boulware defied expectations to lead billion-dollar businesses and rise as a top Microsoft executive. By 52, she'd launched three major ventures, navigated the US's largest merger, and left a trail of influential leaders behind her. Passionate about empowering others to recognize their worth, Jane now dedicates her…

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College Student Life 55:34

1M ago55:34

55:34

It’s been a while since we’ve chatted with our college friends. So, with the spring semester halfway finished, we welcome back prodigal host and Rowan University Catholic Campus Ministry director Kari Janisse (https://www.stbridgetup.org/rowan-catholic-campus-ministry) and her Stockton University Newman Club counterpart Brittany Shields (https://ww…

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David Lascher (Hey Dude, Blossom) 43:25

2M ago43:25

43:25

Noel catches up with David Lascher. The actor/director started out on Nickelodeon's Hey Dude. He had a recurring role on Beverly Hills 90210 and starring roles on Blossom and Sabrina The Teenage Witch. David wrote and directed the feature film, Sister. He now hosts, alongside his Hey Dud co-star, Christine Taylor, the podcast, "Hey Dude...The 90's …

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The Life of a Catholic School Principal 56:21

2M ago56:21

56:21

Catholic School principals are involved in every aspect of running their school. Recently, we had the opportunity to sit down with three of the newer elementary school principals in the Diocese of Camden – Sr. Santa Theresa, St. Teresa Regional School, Runnemede; Elizabeth Mariani, Sacred Heart School, Camden; and Ramona Bregatta, Our Lady Star of …

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Never Not Working with Malissa Clark 25:21

2M ago25:21

25:21

Malissa Clark is an associate professor of industrial and organizational psychology at the University of Georgia, where she leads the Healthy Work Lab. She is one of the world's leading scholars on workaholism, overwork, burnout, and employee well-being. In addition to serving as an expert consultant to many organizations on these issues, Clark and…

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Talking Saints - John of God 21:28

2M ago21:28

21:28

“Do good for yourself, by doing good for others.” The action-packed, self-sacrificial life of Saint John of God is chronicled in the latest Talking Saints. The story of March’s saint has it all- drama, chivalry, high adventure, and the ultimate conversion. Listen to Laurie and Pete’s conversation on this inspiring servant of the poor, sick, and aba…

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FOG OF JUDGEMENT 51:58

2M ago51:58

51:58

It’s Super Tuesday, SaysWhovia! How are YOU celebrating? A party? A casual gathering? A quiet cry in the closet? All of these are valid! And who will win? No one knows! Except, everyone! Meanwhile, Maureen reveals the joys of living in New York City once again, Dan gets a new fencepost, and COVID is over! More importantly, plans for Disney on Elect…

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Frith Luton: Circumambulating the Centre - The Symbolism of the Bees, the Honey, and the Hive 1:12:13

2M ago1:12:13

1:12:13

This lecture explores the alchemical union of opposites through the symbolism of bees including love and war, sweetness and bitterness, the individual and multiplicity, regeneration and death. Circumambulating the hive is linked with mandala symbolism and the archetype of inner order.By The C G Jung Society of Melbourne

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Unlearning Silence with Elaine Lin Hering 28:16

2M ago28:16

28:16

Elaine Lin Hering is a facilitator, speaker, and writer. She works with organizations and individuals to build skills in communication, collaboration, and conflict management. In her career, Elaine has worked on six continents and with a wide range of corporate, government, and nonprofit clients. She has trained mental health professionals, politic…

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Mark Berchem - Step Up, Dads 55:32

2M ago55:32

55:32

This week we welcome on to the show Mark Berchem, founder of NET Ministries and well-known Catholic speaker, to chat about the upcoming Step Up Day for Men and Dads event he is co-presenting with Manuel Huerta. Also joining us are our colleagues from the Diocese of Camden’s pastoral wing, Andrés Arango and Dr. Michael Sims. Our guests showcase what…

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Maureen Flannigan (Out of This World) 54:15

2M ago54:15

54:15

Noel catches up with Maureen Flannigan, who is best known for portraying Evie on the TV show, "Out of This World." The sitcom ran for four seasons. Maureen reveals a secret about Mr. T's jewelry. She guest starred on Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, ER, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit and Northern Exposure. She had a recurring role in 7th Heaven. Maur…

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TICK TOCK DOLE WHIP O'CLOCK 58:50

2M ago58:50

58:50

This week, Maureen spends a lot of time convincing Dan it’s time to get serious about making Disney plans for the election while Dan falls gently to pieces. It’s that time. Get in line with us, SaysWhovia. Note: this episode contains a brief discussion of the death of Aaron Bushnell. There is no detailed discussion of physical events, but the signi…

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Fire Up Innovation with Helene Cahen 26:04

2M ago26:04

26:04

Website: www.FireUpInnovation.com Helene Cahen, MS, is an innovation strategist, trainer, facilitator, and speaker with over 20 years of experience helping companies navigate innovation challenges. She is the founder and principal consultant at Fire Up Innovation Consulting (previously Strategic Insights), where she guides Fortune 500 companies, sm…

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The CFR Sisters' Atlantic City Winter Shelter 55:42

2M ago55:42

55:42

For the past four years, a seasonal homeless shelter has operated in Atlantic City that is like no other in the history of the resort town. The Saint Joseph Winter Shelter at Quaremba Hall on the campus of Saint Michael Church (the Parish of Saint Monica) in the city’s Ducktown area has been the newest outlet for the charisms of the Franciscan Sist…

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