Living Real Radio
282 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsLiving Real Radio, a ministry from St. Philip Catholic Church, Franklin, TN, broadcasts weekly on Nashville's Hippie Radio 94.5 FM, WHPY with hosts John Angotti & Greg Walton. Focusing on faith, real life and real issues, episodes feature thought provoking topics, inspiring music and special guests. Living Real is brought to you by Closets by Design, Nashville. Due to intellectual property rights, not all songs from the radio broadcast are featured on the podcast. Links to those songs are posted in our episode notes.
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264. Anne Kertz Kernion on Neuroscience and Spirituality
April 21, 2024 15:00 - 56 minutes - 38.5 MBAnne Kertz Kernion, author of Spiritual Practices for the Brain published by Loyola Press, discusses the insights we've gained about spirituality through neuroscience. Anne is an international lecturer and retreat leader and holds an MA in Theology from Duquesne University. Featured only on our Nashville Hippie Radio 94.5 broadcast: Have a Talk With God - Stevie Wonder.
263. Robert Feduccia, Tony & Jose Meléndez, Rich Donovan
April 14, 2024 15:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MBWe interview Robert Feduccia, Tony Meléndez, his brother, Jose, and Rich Donovan on location at the 2024 Continuing the Journey Youth Ministry Conference in Kearny New Jersey. All about youth ministry and what Gen Z and Gen Alpha bring to Liturgy and the Church. Only on our Nashville Hippie Radio 94.5 broadcast: All Consuming Fire - Danny Chambers.
262. John Flaherty on Pastoral Music, Ministry and Divine Mercy
April 07, 2024 15:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MBWe talk to John Flaherty about pastoral music, ministry, Divine Mercy and more. John Flaherty works at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles, serving as director of liturgy and music, teaching in the Center for Religion and Spirituality, and participating on the campus ministry team. He has been involved in music and educational ministry for 25 years as an educator, elementary school principal, music director, liturgy director, and composer, and has served as music director and chairman...
261. Easter Sunday with Father Ed Steiner
March 31, 2024 15:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MBJesus is Risen! We reflect on Easter with Living Real/St. Philip pastor, Father Ed Steiner. Only featured on our Nashville Hippie Radio 94.5 broadcast: Jesus Christ is Risen Today - Kings College Choir.
260. Tom Booth on a Meaningful Holy Week
March 24, 2024 15:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MBWe talk to Catholic artist, composer, mission leader and all around great guy, Tom Booth, on Palm Sunday about having a meaningful Holy Week. Tom is a Dove Award nominated songwriter and part of the initial team that kicked off Life Teen in 1985 when it was just a single parish ministry in Mesa, Arizona. It has since grown into an international Catholic youth ministry program. Tom currently works for Oregon Catholic Press as an associate director on the Music Development team.
259. Duke Daigle and daughter Madeline's Miracle
March 17, 2024 15:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MBDuke Daigle share's the story of his daughter Madeline's fight with cancer and the miracle of her continued healing and recovery through the intercession of St. Faustina Kowalska, a 20th Century Polish saint.
259. Duke Daigle and daughter Madelyn's Miracle
March 17, 2024 15:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MBDuke Daigle share's the story of his daughter Madelyn's fight with cancer and the miracle of her continued healing and recovery through the intercession of St. Faustina Kowalska, a 20th Century Polish saint.
258. Godspell the Musical
March 10, 2024 16:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBSt. Philip is gearing up for a production of the Broadway musical, Godspell. Director, Pat Evans and cast members Chris Raleigh and Tania Davila discuss the musical's origin and significance. Godspell grew out of the Jesus People movement of the late 60's. The show, composed by Stephen Schwartz with book by John-Michael Tebelak, is structured as a series of parables, primarily based on the Gospel of Matthew, interspersed with music mostly set to lyrics from traditional hymns, with the passio...
257. The Arm of St. Jude
March 03, 2024 16:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MBWe interview St. Philip Director of Adult Faith Formation, Susan Skinner, and parishioner, Paul Chen, about the relic (remains) of St. Jude the Apostle being on display at St. Philip, March 7. Known as the Apostle of the Impossible, Saint Jude is revered for his unwavering dedication and steadfast faith. Millions have experienced his intercession in times of adversity and need. Visit StPhilipFranklin.com for complete details. Song featured only on our Nashville Hippie Radio 94.5 broadcast: C...
256. Kirk Whalum
February 25, 2024 16:00 - 48 minutes - 33 MBWorld renowned, Grammy Award winning saxophonist Kirk Whalum is our guest on Living Real Radio. Forged from his Memphis, (TN) gospel roots, he became an in demand session player for Barbara Streisand, Al Jarreau, Luther Vandross, Larry Carlton, Quincy Jones and Whitney Houston. It’s his sax heard on the mega-hit, “I Will Always Love You.” Tune in to our discussion with Kirk his journey to Catholicism as we wrap up Black History Month. Tunes featured on our Nashville Hippie Radio Broadcast: F...
255. Msgr. Ray East
February 18, 2024 15:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBOn this episode of Living Real we experience the wisdom of priest/preacher, Monsignor Ray East. Msgr is the son of the late Thomas and Gwendolyn East. The grandson of Baptist missionaries to South Africa, he was born in Newark, New Jersey. Raised in San Diego, he graduated from the University of San Diego with a degree in Business Administration. His position with the National Association of Minority Contractors brought him to Washington, DC where he later experienced a call to the priesthoo...
254. Doug Brummel and Dave Wilson
February 11, 2024 16:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBWe interview talented storytellers, musicians and stewards of the Catholic faith, Doug Brummel and Dave Wilson, who joined forces in 2018 to create “The Doug and Dave Show,” an endeavor that brings together fun, entertainment and faith. We discuss their signature presentation, “Mass Confusion,” and original music.
253. ValLimar Jansen
February 04, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBIn honor of Black History Month, we talk to ValLimar Jansen, highly regarded singer, composer and recording artist, about her latest work, "I Will Live Until I Die," where she performs as the late Sister Thea Bowman in a musical telling the story of her life. Sister Bowman, a Franciscan Sister of Perpetual Adoration and noted educator and evangelist, was a prophetic witness to the Black American Catholic experience and worked to break down racial and cultural barriers. Sister Thea is one of ...
252. About the 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time
January 28, 2024 16:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MBThis week we break open the Lectionary readings for the 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time. The Gospel reading notes that Jesus spoke as one with authority that was different from the scribes. We reflect on this along adding songs that we find relevant to the Lectionary's themes. Songs only featured on our Nashville Hippie Radio broadcast: God Who Listens - Chris Tomlin feat. Thomas Rhett | Worship - Jon Batiste | Brave - Sara Bareilles.
251. Brian Connelly
January 21, 2024 16:00 - 59 minutes - 41 MBGuitarist, singer, songwriter, producer and touring musician, Brian Connelly, discusses the inspirations that led him into Christian Music, touring as Francesca Battistelli's guitarist, parenthood, and his latest singles as he ventures to release one a month.
250. Father Dexter Noblefranca of St. Patrick's Memphis
January 14, 2024 15:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MBFather Dexter Noblefranca is pastor of St. Patrick Catholic Church in the heart of Downtown Memphis, a parish with a diverse congregation that includes the unhoused. Fr. Dexter shares his own experience with poverty in the Philippines and his call to the priesthood which brought him to the US and the St. Patrick community. Songs featured only on our Nashville Hippie Radio Broadcast: Teach Your Children Well - Crosby, Stills & Nash| Screen Door - Rich Mullins.
249. Lindy Wynne and Mamas in Spirit
January 07, 2024 22:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MBWe interview Lindy Wynne, host of the podcast Mamas in Spirit, a mini-retreat in a podcast. Each week Lindy interviews guests about how God has converted their hearts and transformed their lives. The stories shared are much like witness talks heard on retreats. Lindy tells us how God led her from Catholic youth ministry to her unique mission.
248. Christmas 2023 with Father Ed Steiner
December 24, 2023 16:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBMerry Christmas friends! We discuss the reasons for the season with Father Ed Steiner, pastor of St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church which is the mother ship of Living Real Radio. Songs featured only on our Nashville Hippie Radio 94.5 broadcast: The Holly and the Ivy - Kings College | The Twelve Days of Christmas - Jimmy Buffet | O Little Town of Bethlehem - Nat King Cole |
247. John Angotti Christmas Tour
December 17, 2023 16:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBLiving Real co-host, John Angotti, checks in with us from New Orleans while on his Christmas tour with his band/artists in their own right: Lorraine Hess, Kelly Jones, JT Brown and Dion Clay.
246. Janelle and Monique Reinhart
December 10, 2023 16:00 - 59 minutes - 41 MBPart 2 of our Reinhart Family interview! Greg interviews Janelle and Monique Reinhart, mother and daughter, both Catholic singer/songwriters. Janelle Reinhart was discovered at World Youth Day 2002, Toronto, Canada. Now, her daughter Monique is on the artist's way at age 16 with 130 songs under her belt.
245. Jason & Eric Reinhart
December 03, 2023 19:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MBGreg catches up on old times with Jason Reinhart and his son, Canadian pop artist, Eric Reinhart. The Reinharts have a legacy as Christian musicians in Canada beginning with Jason's wife, Janelle, when she was chosen to sing the theme song for World Youth Day 2002 in Toronto.
244. Katlyn Green on Longterm Care
November 26, 2023 15:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MBWe interview Nashville Gerontologist, Katlyn Green, to gain practical advice on how to navigate and plan for the late in life phase. Katlyn is currently an Elder Care Coordinator with Takacs McGinnis Eldercare Law where she guides clients through a Life Care Plan. This episode also features a special co-host, Susan Skinner, Director of Adult Faith Formation and RCIA at St. Philip. Both Greg and Susan have mothers they care for, his at a facility near him and Susan's in her home. Songs featur...
243. M. Roger Holland II and "The Fire This Time"
November 19, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBCommemorating November as Black Catholic History Month, we interview M. Roger Holland II, Catholic composer, performer, liturgist and author about his latest book, the Fire This Time. Co-edited by Kim R. Harris and Kate Williams, the book is for liturgists, musicians, parish committees, students, scholars, interested family and friends, as well as fellow travelers of different faith communities, and allies who continue to journey and struggle alongside members of the Black Catholic community.
242. Ryan Tremblay
November 12, 2023 15:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBSinger/songwriter and drummer, Ryan Tremblay, talks to us about his recent move from Rhode Island to Music City and processing the passing of his sister after her courageous battle with cancer.
241. That Man Is You
November 05, 2023 14:00 - 53 minutes - 37.1 MBWe interview interview Ismael Fiero, Jaime Hernandez and Aaron Frankovic, the core team for That Man Is You, a parish prayer and spirituality group for men that addresses the pressures and temptations they face in modern culture, especially those relating to their roles as husbands and fathers. Songs featured only on our Nashville Hippie Radio 94.5 broadcast: Brother - NeedToBreathe | The Rock That Says My Name - The Steel Woods.
240. Christian Anderson
October 29, 2023 14:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MBThis week on Living Real we interview Christian Anderson, Flint Michigan faith-based singer, songwriter, producer, and drummer. From the age of 19, Christian took a leap of faith and left college in a courageous act to pursue his calling. He found a passion for using his music to bring hope to the heavy hearted and courage to those who dare to dream. This is his story.
239. Hold On
October 22, 2023 20:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MBNo guest this week, just us, John Angotti & Greg Walton, discussing the theme of holding on through difficulties and the experiences God has used to form each of us on the path of ministry. Only on our Nashville Hippie Radio broadcast: Hold Us Together - Matt Maher.
238. Our Lady of Fatima
October 15, 2023 14:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MBOctober 13, 1917 is reported to be the last of the Virgin Mary's 6 appearances to three shepherd children, Lúcia dos Santos and her cousins Francisco and Jacinta Marto in Fatima, Portugal. The event was punctuated by what is known as the Fatima Miracle or Miracle of the Sun witnessed by 30,000 to possibly as many as 100,000 people, including quite a few skeptics. Angie Gillette, Dianne Estopinal and Edme Mendez, organizers of a public square Rosary commemorating the miracle, share the histo...
237. Father Ed Steiner on the Rosary
October 08, 2023 14:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MBOctober is the month of the Rosary. As a follow up to our episode with Kevin Matthews and his original Broken Mary devotion, Father Ed Steiner unveils the origin and the appeal of the Rosary not only to Catholics but other Christian traditions while we feature songs written directly and indirectly about Mary, the mother of Jesus. Only on our Nashville Hippie Radio broadcast: Let it Be - The Beatles.
236. Kevin Matthews on Broken Mary
October 01, 2023 14:00 - 59 minutes - 41 MBLiving Real kicks off October, the month of the Rosary, with legendary Chicago radio personality, Kevin Matthews to discuss his deepening spirituality through an encounter with a busted statue of the Virgin Mary, which has led to a unique mission, devotion, book and documentary all titled "Broken Mary."
235. Henry Cruz
September 17, 2023 14:00 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MB20 year old Henry Cruz, front man and lead guitarist of The Henry Cruz Band, plays some of his original tunes live (solo acoustic) and talks about his musical influences as well as his formation as a guitarist from jazz to rock.
234. Glenn Thomas
September 10, 2023 14:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MBSinger/Songwriter, Glenn Thomas, talks about songs from his debut LP, Reassure Me There’s a Window, released in 2020 via Palace Flophouse Records to praise from Billboard, Bluegrass Situation, PopMatters, and more. Hear some of his subsequent singles that have landed on several Spotify editorial playlists and SiriusXM.
233. Hobo Cane (Javier Mendoza)
September 03, 2023 14:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MBPerforming live in Living Real Radio's studio, Americana - Latin artist Hobo Cane (Javier Mendoza) talks to us about his latest album, Who Do You Love, with songs revolving around the theme of love in all different ways. In addition to his live performance, we feature some tracks from the upcoming October 21st release. Thanks to producer Andres Silva Gomez's guidance and connections, Javier was able to secure a one time "Nashville Style" recording session with Nashville's top A-List players ...
232. Melanie Joy Alvey
August 27, 2023 14:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MBWe interview violinist, composer, arranger, and teacher, Melanie Joy Alvey, as we continue to feature the artists performing for the St. Philip Concert in the Courtyard series. Melanie expands her classical training into various American styles. Her approach to performance and composition was formed during her studies at Belmont University with classical violinist Elisabeth Small, electric violinist Tracy Silverman, country/western swing icon Buddy Spicher, and jazz violinist Billy Contrera...
231. Michael Alvey
August 20, 2023 14:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBJohn Angotti interviews Michael Alvey as Living Real Radio highlights the upcoming artists for the Concerts in the Courtyard summer series at St. Philip Catholic Church, Franklin, TN. Michael is an eclectic piano player ranging from classical to jazz to country to pop rock. Since retiring from a 30 year career as a music educator in the Franklin Special School District, Michael has focused on composing and arranging for his jazz piano trio, the Michael Alvey Trio.
230. Bryan & Olivia Joy
August 13, 2023 14:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBOn this episode of Living Real we talk with Bryan and Olivia Joy who are part of Common Hymnal, a virtual library to help Christ followers navigate these uncertain times and find a safe passage into the future by loading them up with forward-facing content from the spiritual underground, a movement that integrates praise & worship, art and social justice. Songs featured on our Nashville Hippie Radio broadcast: You're Not Wrong (Church Hurt) | Stars & Stripes | Breaking Me Down.
230. Bryan & Olivia Joy on the Spiritual Underground
August 13, 2023 14:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBOn this episode of Living Real we talk with Bryan and Olivia Joy who are part of Common Hymnal, a virtual library to help Christ followers navigate these uncertain times and find a safe passage into the future by loading them up with forward-facing content from the spiritual underground, a movement that integrates praise & worship, art and social justice. Songs featured on our Nashville Hippie Radio broadcast: You're Not Wrong (Church Hurt) | Stars & Stripes | Breaking Me Down.
229. Tatiana 'Tajči' Cameron
August 06, 2023 14:00 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MBTatiana Cameron, aka Tajči, is a singer/songwriter, inspirational speaker, author and life coach. She is also known as Tajči, the teen pop icon discovered on Euro Vision in former Yugoslavia (now Croatia) in the early 90's. She even had a Barbie doll named after her. Tatiana shares all the remarkable transitions in her life up to today along with her latest ventures including co-writing "Window in the Wall" sung by Olivia Newton-John and featured on Olivia's posthumous "The Duets Collection ...
228. Mae Rodgers
July 30, 2023 14:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MBWe dive into a discussion about Broadway and opera with our guest, Mae Rodgers, vocal major at Oklahoma City University and the featured artist at our August 4, Concert in the Courtyard series. Songs featured on our Nashville Hippie Radio broadcast: Astonishing - Little Women | Bring Him Home - Les Misérables | Getting to Know You - The King and I.
227. Analisa & John Gallo
July 23, 2023 14:00 - 50 minutes - 34.4 MBWe interview musical duo Analisa and John Gallo about their trip to Italy, pizza and their latest live recordings of Italian classics at Music Row's Ocean Way Nashville. Old souls with an affection for their culture and a love for rich, passion filled music — Analisa and John have a diverse musical background, ranging from playing in late night jazz clubs to massive country festivals. But they have found that the music which most closely resembles them is the music that tied them together in...
226. Jansen Bagwell
July 16, 2023 14:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MBJansen Bagwell, a former protestant pastor and convert to the Catholic faith, is the founder of Whole Catholic and the creator of Discipleship Deliverance™. When when he was young, he had a very powerful, supernatural encounter with Jesus that changed the direction of my life. Jansen shares what he has learned through this personal experience with deliverance and his conversion to the Catholic Faith. Songs featured on our Nashville Hippie Radio Broadcast: How Great is Our God - Chris Tomlin...
225. Dana Catherine
July 09, 2023 15:00 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MBContemporary Christian artist, Dana Catherine, discusses how God sustains her through changes and personal challenges along with being a vocalist on the theme song for World Youth Day 2023 in Lisbon, Portugal.
224. Brian Connelly
July 02, 2023 15:00 - 59 minutes - 41 MBBrian Connelly, guitarist, singer, songwriter and producer, discusses his new single, "The Best is Yet to Come," the role modern praise and worship plays in the Mass and playing guitar on tour with CCM artist Francesca Battistelli.
223. Play it Forward Music Camp
June 25, 2023 14:00 - 52 minutes - 36.4 MBWe interview some of St. Philip's Play it Forward Music Campers. Play it Forward Music Camp is a week-long mentorship program encouraging the next generation of musicians toward a vocation of music ministry and worship within the Church. Songs featured only on our Nashville Hippie Radio broadcast: Desperado - The Eagles | Lord I Need You - Matt Maher.
222. Joe LoCasto
June 11, 2023 14:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MBOriginally from New York, Joe LoCasto moved to Nashville in 2001. LoCasto has been a super active part of the Nashville music community as a drummer, mentor and teacher leading tribute bands (Cream and Santana) and Jazz combos. LoCasto shares the insight he's gained musically and spiritually as he approaches his fourth quarter (75th birthday) and readies for a move to Florida with his wife. Lights - Massimo DiStefano (Journey cover) | All You Need is Love - The Beatles | Caravan - from the...
221. Father Ed Steiner
June 04, 2023 14:00 - 57 minutes - 39.2 MBWe interview Father Ed Steiner as he completes 41 trips around the sun as a priest. Father Ed is the pastor of St. Philip the Apostle in Franklin, of which Living Real is a ministry. As we discuss the theme of Christian service, Father Ed shares his experience with the pastoral and musical developments in the Church over the years. Songs featured only on our Nashville Hippie Radio 94.5 broadcast: I Am A Servant - Larry Norman (1976).
220. Father Bala Showraiah
May 28, 2023 14:00 - 58 minutes - 40.2 MBHappy Pentecost, friends! On this episode we celebrate the birthday of the Church by catching up on the ministry of a very Spirit filled man, Father Bala Showraiah, who is celebrating 33 years in the priesthood. Father Bala was pastor of St. Philip until 2020 when he was transferred to St. Catherine in McMinnville, TN. As he did for St. Philip, he has ushered in a renewal of faith through the Franciscan way of recognizing the dignity of all.
219. The Cast of Jōb 2023
May 21, 2023 14:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MBJohn Angotti interviews the cast from the latest production of his musical, Jōb in Los Altos, California, May 19-20. Together they discuss the the lessons gained from their roles and the consistent relevance of this iconic Old Testament story that makes it a Now Testament.
218. Noelle Garcia
May 14, 2023 14:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBHappy Mother's Day! On this episode, we talk to one of our favorite moms, Catholic speaker, singer/songwriter, Noelle Garcia. Noelle and her husband, David, have 6 children. Noelle shares her experience with motherhood and full-time ministry.
217. Ainish Philip and Adi Paul
May 07, 2023 14:00 - 54 minutes - 37.8 MBAinish Philip is an international lay evangelist the Charismatic ministry, Anointing Fire, stemming from from the Syro-Malabar Rite in India. She and her son, Adi Paul, immerse us in the history of this Eastern Right that is in full communion with the Pope and world wide Catholic Church. Songs featured only on our Nashville Hippie Radio broadcast: Way Maker - Leeland | Awesome God - Michael W. Smith.