Catholic Exchange
167 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 months ago - ★★★★★ - 29 ratingsThe podcast for Catholic Exchange, your daily source for spiritual encouragement and information. Our goal is to help make saints in our time. Join editor Kristen Van Uden and several CE authors discussing articles and the latest topics.
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You Can Share the Faith: An Interview with Karen Edmisten
March 01, 2016 05:00 - 29 minutes - 13.6 MBKaren Edmisten stops by the CE Podcast to talk about how we can share the faith with those around us, even if it doesn't always feel like Evangelization. Support the show
Healing Painful Memories with Dawn Eden
February 23, 2016 05:00 - 27 minutes - 12.5 MBMichael is proud to welcome Dawn Eden to the podcast to discuss her latest book, Remembering God's Mercy: Redeem the Past and Free Yourself from Painful Memories. We discuss what painful memories can do and how healing them can be a productive part of our spiritual life. Support the show
Finding God's Healing Mercy with Kathleen Beckman
February 16, 2016 05:00 - 27 minutes - 12.6 MBMichael is proud to invite Kathleen Beckman to discuss how we can find God's Healing Mercy in this Year of Mercy. Kathleen gives great insights from her latest book on how we can find the healing mercy of God whether we are strong in our faith, have painful memories, struggle with unforgiveness, are in a period of doubt, or even diabolical suffering. Listeners can purchase Kathleen's book at a special 35% discount using promotion code CE35 at sophiainstitute.comSupport the show
The Dominican Order: Prayer, Preaching, Study, and Food
February 09, 2016 05:00 - 31 minutes - 14.3 MBMichael is proud to welcome two brothers from the Order of Preachers, the Dominicans. Brothers Timothy Danaher and Joseph Martin Hagan stop by the CE Podcast to discuss the 800th Jubilee of their Order and how the charism of St. Dominic is still expressed in their work. Listeners can learn more about through books from Sophia Institute Press by using promotion code CE35 at sophiainstitute.comSupport the show
The Ancient Roots of Christian Prayer: An Interview with Shane Kapler
February 02, 2016 05:00 - 27 minutes - 12.5 MBThe liturgy and the Bible teach us many great prayers that people have been memorizing for centuries, but we rarely think about the roots of those prayers and what else they teach us about the Lord. Today Michael talks with author Shane Kapler about the Jewish roots of our Catholic prayer tradition and how even the most seemingly basic prayers teach us about the love of God and how we can increase our love for Him. As well, Shane offers some encouraging words for praying through suffering and...
Catholic Homeschooling on the Home Farm: An interview with Ken and Cari Donaldson
January 26, 2016 05:00 - 26 minutes - 12.1 MBMichael is joined by Clan Donaldson itself: Ken and Cari of the Ghost Fawn Podcast. Today they talk about the modern movement of some Catholic families to bring farming and schooling back into the home and what it can teach us about our faith, family, and community. Support the show
The Hounds of the Lord
December 08, 2015 05:00 - 23 minutes - 10.9 MBDr. Kevin Vost returns to the podcast to talk about his latest book, The Hounds of the Lord. In this book we discuss the Dominican Order and why they still have a great impact, 800 years later. Support the show
The Joy of Chiara Corbella Petrillo
November 10, 2015 05:00 - 25 minutes - 11.6 MBChiara Corbella Petrillo died on June 13, 2012, at the young age of 28. Yet, those who have told her story recount a young life of joy, hope, and strength that has some calling her another St. Gianna. With Sophia Institute Press' newly-translated biography, Chiara Corbella Petrillo, so many are learning of this incredible woman of Christ. What is it about this young wife and mother that has inspired such love and fascination? Michael is joined by FOCUS missionary Lisa Cotter to talk about Ch...
Don't Compartmentalize Your Faith: An Interview with Fr. Gabriel Mosher, OP
November 03, 2015 05:00 - 28 minutes - 13.2 MBMichael is joined by the recently ordained Fr. Gabriel Mosher, a Dominican priest working in Portland, Oregon—the most secular city in America. We discuss the need for contemplation, evangelization, and what we as lay people can do to grow in our faith while learning to share the Love of Christ with others. Support the show
Sharing (Good) Books with Your Children
October 20, 2015 04:00 - 32 minutes - 14.9 MBToday Michael speaks with Christy Isinger about the good books that are available to your children and how to start picking them out. More importantly, we discuss the benefits of sharing good literature with your children. Support the show
What Happened To Catholic Schools?
October 06, 2015 04:00 - 26 minutes - 12.4 MBParents ask often: why did my child leave the faith after over a decade of Catholic schooling, often knowing so little about the Church? Today Michael sits down with Charlie McKinney of Sophia Institute Press to understand what happened but, more importantly what we can do to help and possible solutions to the crisis of catechesis. Support the show
What Happened To Catholic Schools?
October 06, 2015 04:00 - 26 minutes - 12.5 MBParents ask often: why did my child leave the faith after over a decade of Catholic schooling, often knowing so little about the Church? Today Michael sits down with Charlie McKinney of Sophia Institute Press to understand what happened but, more importantly what we can do to help and possible solutions to the crisis of catechesis. Support the show (https://catholicexchange.com/donate)
The Way of Beauty with David Clayton
September 15, 2015 04:00 - 30 minutes - 14.2 MBWhat role does beauty play in our prayer and liturgical life? David Clayton has made it his role to educate the world on the importance of beauty, namely Sacred Art, and to show how it can be a powerful dimension in our spiritual life. In this interview you'll learn practical steps on how to incorporate beauty in your own life and why such an undertaking is of the most vital importance. Support the show
The Woman Who Was Chesterton with Nancy C. Brown
September 08, 2015 04:00 - 44 minutes - 20.3 MBToday we discuss Nancy Chesterton, the woman behind GK Chesterton, and a saintly, brilliant woman in her own right. This promises to be an interesting discussion, especially in light of the possible cause of canonization. Support the show
Biblical Roots of the Mass with Tom Nash
September 01, 2015 04:00 - 40 minutes - 18.7 MBThe Mass, especially the Eucharist, can be confusing to some people. You get questions like, "Well, are you really eating flesh?" or "Is this even in the Bible?!?!" Michael sits down with Tom Nash, Theology Advisor to EWTN and author of THE BIBLICAL ROOTS OF THE MASS. We talk about the Old Testament roots of the Mass as well as what it really means when we attend and receive Christ in the EucharistSupport the show
A Domestic Monastery with Michele Chronister
August 25, 2015 04:00 - 27 minutes - 12.8 MBThe monastic life and the mom life have some delightful similarities. Michael sits down with Michele Chronister to discuss the life of a mom and how it has the monastic rhythms. We also discuss Michele's work with developmentally disabled adults and how this work brought her to a new understanding of sanctity and our life with Christ. Support the show
The Bible's Dark Passages
August 18, 2015 04:00 - 28 minutes - 13.2 MBMichael is back with Dr. Mark Giszczak, an author and professor of scripture, to discuss the sometimes troubling passages of the Old Testament. We also discuss why the Old Testament is still important to read, especially as Catholics.Support the show
Assisted Suicide and Depression: An Interview with Dr. Aaron Kheriaty
July 13, 2015 04:00 - 31 minutes - 14.6 MBToday we talk with Dr. Aaron Kheriaty, author of The Catholic Guide to Depression, about legislation that would legalize assisted suicide as well as how we can better care for the sick and mentally ill. We also talk about Dr. Kheriaty's book and what resources are available for Catholics who suffer from depression. Support the show
Seven Deadly Sins: An Interview with Kevin Vost, Psy D.
July 07, 2015 04:00 - 26 minutes - 12.2 MBDr. Kevin Vost sits down with Michael to discuss his new book and the path to overcoming the seven deadly sins. Whether we struggle with anger, lust, pride, or any of the other sins, Kevin demonstrates how the Desert Fathers and Thomas Aquinas can help, with the grace of God, to overcome our passions and choose virtue. Support the show
Seven Deadly Sins: An Interview with Kevin Vost, Psy D.
July 07, 2015 04:00 - 26 minutes - 12.2 MBDr. Kevin Vost sits down with Michael to discuss his new book and the path to overcoming the seven deadly sins. Whether we struggle with anger, lust, pride, or any of the other sins, Kevin demonstrates how the Desert Fathers and Thomas Aquinas can help, with the grace of God, to overcome our passions and choose virtue. Support the show (https://catholicexchange.com/donate)
Liberal Arts, Juggling, & Rugby: An Interview with Sean Fitzpatrick
June 30, 2015 04:00 - 35 minutes - 16.1 MBMichael sits down with Sean Fitzpatrick, headmaster of Gregory the Great Academy, a boarding school for boys that focuses on the liberal arts. We discuss the importance of a classical education, juggling, sports, and what teens can achieve when free from the distractions of technology. Support the show
Zombies, Fiction, & Hope in the Ressurection
June 16, 2015 04:00 - 34 minutes - 16.1 MBMichael hosts the first CE round table podcast with Cari Donaldson and Daniel Stewart to talk about the cultural affinity for zombie fiction as well as what these stories tell us about our fears and hopes and how ultimately the Church promises a deliverance from our strangest fears. Support the show
After Miscarriage: An Interview with Karen Edmisten
June 09, 2015 04:00 - 30 minutes - 14 MBMichael sits down with Karen Edmisten to discuss her book "After Miscarriage" as well as how to find hope and healing after suffering loss and what you can do to bring comfort to a loved one who has suffered a miscarriage.Support the show
Mary Shows Us When Haste Can Be a Good Thing
June 02, 2015 04:00 - 5 minutes - 2.66 MBWe're often told that "haste makes waste" but what about when Mary and Jesus tell us to make haste? In today's episode, Stephen Beale uses the figure of Mary running to Elizabeth about when we should be making haste: to share Christ's presence with others. Support the show
Faith Comes to the Gentiles
May 28, 2015 04:00 - 5 minutes - 2.76 MBMike Aquilina discusses the Romeward journey of Peter and Paul and how Christ's promise of redemption was for both the Jews and the Gentiles.Support the show
Joseph Pearce: From Racial Hatred to Divine Love
May 26, 2015 04:00 - 31 minutes - 14.3 MBMichael sits down with best-selling author Joseph Pearce to discuss his journey from a neo-nazi youth to conversion in the Catholic Church from reading GK Chesterton, CS Lewis, and JRR Tolkien. We also discuss the many works Joseph does to enrich the Church. Support the show
The Breaking of the Bread
May 22, 2015 04:00 - 6 minutes - 3.01 MBMike Aquilina explores the root words of "communion" in both Greek and Hebrew to discuss how our Eucharist experience is also a bond of community. Learn more in his fantastic book, Ministers and Martyrs. Support the show
Help CE continue to grow!
May 21, 2015 04:00 - 7 minutes - 3.39 MBListen to an appeal from Michael Lichens and see if you might be able to help us to continue our important work at CE. God love you all!Support the show
Blogging, Motherhood, and Farming: Interview with Haley Stewart of Carrots for Michaelmas
May 18, 2015 04:00 - 34 minutes - 16 MBToday Michael sits down with Haley Stewart of the popular blog Carrots for Michaelmas. They talk about cooking for the liturgical year as well as gardening and farming like a Catholic. Support the show
Monastery in the Home: Interview with Jessica Archuleta
May 05, 2015 04:00 - 25 minutes - 11.9 MBCatholic homeschooling mom and monastic associate sits down with Michael in the CE studios to discuss life with children near a Byzantine Catholic Monastery and how the monks provide a model of Christian life. Support the show
Evangelizing the Culture: Interview with Shaun McAfee
April 27, 2015 04:00 - 35 minutes - 16.4 MBMichael sits down with author and apologist Shaun McAfee to talk about his new book and what we can do to evangelize our friends as well as how to develop a personal relationship with Christ. Support the show
Thrill of the Chaste: Interview With Dawn Eden
April 19, 2015 04:00 - 30 minutes - 14 MBMichael interviews Dawn Eden, author of "The Thrill of the Chaste," about chastity, vocations, her conversion, and how the saints can give a model for healing sexual wounds. Listen to the most hopeful interview you're likely to hear. Support the show
Learn to Heal Painful Memories
April 15, 2015 04:00 - 14 minutes - 6.58 MBFr. Morrow addresses the heart of anger that can have emotional and even physical consequences and how to heal from those past pains. For anyone who has struggled, this is a must-read, must-listen to series. Support the show
Apostle: One Who Is Sent
April 10, 2015 04:00 - 6 minutes - 3.01 MBMike Aquilina discusses the Greek and Hebrew roots of the word "Apostle" and how the Twelve Apostles were a figure of the twelve tribes as well as Christ's promise of a new kingdom. Support the show
Understanding the Apostolic Age
April 09, 2015 04:00 - 4 minutes - 2.07 MBMike Aquilina gives us an introduction to the Apostolic Age, the setting for AD: The Bible Continues. Listen every week to learn more ahead of the next episode. Support the show
Why Be Still and Silent for Mass?
April 07, 2015 04:00 - 17 minutes - 8.04 MBToday Michael reads from Romano Guardini's Meditations Before Mass on the importance of achieving silence and stillness in ourselves before the celebration of Mass. Perfect for the beginning of Easter. Support the show
A.D.: The Bible Continues
April 02, 2015 04:00 - 30 minutes - 13.9 MBMichael interviews Charlie McKinney, President of Sophia Institute Press, about the NBC series AD: The Bible Continues and the resources that are available for Catholic viewers. Support the show
Christ's Sorrow and Passion
March 31, 2015 04:00 - 10 minutes - 4.82 MBA powerful meditation on the Agony in the Garden and the crucifixion from Bp. Bossuet's Meditations for Lent. Support the show
My Morning Offering: Holy Week!
March 30, 2015 04:00 - 4 minutes - 1.88 MBMichael J. Lichens offers a reflection from the Psalms and today's Gospel.Support the show
His Heart Was Pierced for Us
March 30, 2015 04:00 - 8 minutes - 3.96 MBStephen Beale offers a reflection for Holy Week and Good Friday, seeing how the crucifixion shows us that the way to God is through the wounded heart of Jesus Christ.Support the show
The Prodigal Son: The Parable of Parables
March 24, 2015 04:00 - 8 minutes - 4.03 MBMichael J. Lichens reads a meditation from Fr. George W. Rutler on the parable of the prodigal son. Learn how this parable gives us a promise of how Christ, through confession, is ready to completely restore us to our dignity.Support the show
My Morning Offering: Prodigal Sons and New Catholics
March 24, 2015 04:00 - 6 minutes - 3.12 MBMichael J. Lichens offers a morning reflection on the prodigal son and how God calls us all to be good big brothers and sisters with the New Catholics about to enter the Church this Easter. Support the show
Three Ways Everyone Is Seeking Christ
March 23, 2015 04:00 - 7 minutes - 3.58 MBStephen Beale explores the three ways we are all seeking Christ and how these ways can open up a new way to evangelize. Support the show
St Joseph and His Novena
March 19, 2015 04:00 - 9 minutes - 4.45 MBMichael Lichens discusses the St. Joseph Novena and the response from many CE readers who are looking for prayers. Support the show
Dominicana: An Interview with Two Dominican Brothers
March 10, 2015 04:00 - 34 minutes - 15.6 MBMichael sits down with Br. Justin Bolger, OP & Br. Jordan Zajac, OP about life as a Dominican Brother in Washington, DC as well as how to best evangelize and discern a vocation. Support the show
The Power of the St. Joseph Novena
March 09, 2015 04:00 - 8 minutes - 3.97 MBMichael J. Lichens discusses the figure of St. Joseph and how his novena can be a powerful prayer for both petitions and contemplation. Support the show
G.K. Chesterton: An interview with Dale Ahlquist
March 04, 2015 05:00 - 45 minutes - 21 MBDale Ahlquist, president of the American Chesterton Society, sits down with Michael J. Lichens to talk about the Apostle of Commons Sense, the upcoming ACS Conference, and Chesterton's impact on our world, past and present. Support the show
St. Katharine Drexel: First Family of Charity
March 03, 2015 05:00 - 10 minutes - 4.87 MBSt. Katharine Drexel is one of America's most famous saints. Author George J. Galloway looks into how the seeds of charity were planted by the good saint's parents. Support the show
A Johnny Cash Lent
March 02, 2015 05:00 - 9 minutes - 4.53 MBMichael J. Lichens shares his love and knowledge of Johnny Cash and how his music and inspiration can help us to have a better Lent. Support the show
Fr. Broom: The Power of Mary in Our Life
March 02, 2015 05:00 - 11 minutes - 5.28 MBFr. Ed Broom shares a sermon where he discusses typology as well as the role Mary can bring in our own prayer life. Support the show