Plaid Skirts & Basic Black
162 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★★★ - 65 ratingsThe Black Catholic podcast you need in your life! Join Marcia and Shannon on their caffeinated shenanigans as they make their way through pop culture, Black culture, Catholic Culture, and the world as they see it!
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Patreon Preview: "Open Wide Our Hearts" Part 2
January 24, 2021 13:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBA second half of our Patreon Bonus episode, Shannon discusses the end of the USCCB's letter on racism "Open Wide Our Hearts." To support our podcast and get extra bonus content each month go to www.patreon.com/psbbpodcast
Patreon Preview: "Open Wide Our Hearts" Part 1
January 23, 2021 12:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBIn this short Patreon Bonus episode, Shannon dives into the first half of the USCCB's letter on racism "Open Wide Our Hearts." To support our podcast and get extra bonus content each month go to www.patreon.com/psbbpodcast
Blackity Black Christmas... Part Deux!
December 31, 2020 21:00 - 56 minutes - 39.2 MB**SPOILER WARNING - Discussion of Santa's true identity** Marcia and Shannon return for the highly anticipated sequel, Black Christmas 2.0. Once again, the ladies share ten more of their Blackest Christmas songs and Marcia ruins Christmas for kindergarteners everywhere. Offertory Shannon - Holiday candles from Target, "I Dissent" board game, "The Princess Switch: Switched Again" (Netflix) Marcia - IMDB tv, Taylor Swift "Evermore," Michigan Cherry coffee, actual decluttering Follow us o...
Jingle Jangle Journey
December 10, 2020 05:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBMarcia and Shannon are back for a special Christmas episode of PSBB Podcast on the 2020 Netflix movie, Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey. Shannon discusses the merits of getting married in December and Marcia coins the neologism "Blackensian." Offertory Shannon - On the Incarnation by St. Athanasius; poinsettias; Christmas weddings Marcia - Jingle Jangle soundtrack; hygge; Folklore: the Long Pond Sessions on Disney+ Follow us on Instagram @psbbpodcast; @stylishlycia (Marcia); @teamqua...
Low Key Thanks 2020
December 03, 2020 05:00 - 7 minutes - 5.37 MBShannon and Marcia share the many things they are thankful for... even in 2020. Happy Thanksgiving, y'all. Music: "Seas of Mars" © Jazzhar (2015 )
Life & Faith as an LGBT Catholic with Andy Kirchoff
November 12, 2020 07:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MBSeason 6 concludes with the girls' interview of Andy Kirchoff, who shares his journey coming out as a gay man after discerning out of the seminary. In this deeply personal and vulnerable conversation, we discuss how to love our LGBT brothers and sisters without glossing over the church's teaching on sexuality or ignoring the hurt LGBT Catholics often experience in our church. Offertory Andy: Being our Authentic Self! Marcia: Ephesians 6, Starbucks Iced Peach Green Tea Shannon: "Two Do...
Clouds & Memento Mori with Alli Shoemaker
October 30, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 46.2 MBAlli Shoemaker joins Marcia and Shannon to talk about the concept of Memento Mori and the Disney Plus movie Clouds, which tells the story of her brother, Zach Sobiech, and his number one iTunes song of the same name, written in the final year of his life. She shares the ways that her faith and her family have helped her to see the gift of life and, of course, gets up to shenanigans with the girls. Support the Zach Sobiech Osteosarcoma Fund: https://childrenscancer.org/zach/ Get the Clouds n...
Dear Mr. Darcy: Pride & Prejudice the Musical
October 22, 2020 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MBMarcia and Shannon look at a new take on an all time podcast favorite. We discuss Paul Gordon's musical adaptation of the beloved Jane Austen novel, Pride and Prejudice (watch online at www.streamingmusicals.com). The ladies discuss favorite scenes, which character they would love to spend time with (not Collins!), and Darcy's enneagram number. You know, normal shenanigans. Offertory: Shannon Unequal Affections: A Pride & Prejudice Retelling by Lara Ormiston Fratelli Tutti by Pope Franci...
Wash Day: The Sacrament of Baptism
October 15, 2020 04:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBAfter a wildly varying weather check, Marcia and Shannon dive in to the Sacrament of baptism - why we Catholics celebrate baptisms in specific ways, what the Sacrament does for us, and what it means in our lives. As always, shenanigans ensue when Marcia realizes she has a priestly role and Shannon confesses her compulsion for smelling babies anointed with chrism. Offertory Marcia Baskets & Shelves (Stuff to put your stuff in) Sorta Awesome Podcast The Home Edit (Netflix) Shannon Cathol...
Plaid Skirts, Hocus Pocus & Basic Black
October 08, 2020 04:00 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MBThis week we're putting a spell on you using the most basic Halloween movie of all time, the 90s Disney classic "Hocus Pocus" with Bette Middler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najemy. Shannon's real life SISTAH and musical theater alum, Maggie Wimp joins us to share how much she loves Thackery Binks and singing siren songs on her broomstick. Shenanigans abound as we discuss the campy goodness of this Halloween romp. Offertory: Shannon - apple cider doughnuts, candy corn and peanut mix M...
Voting: It's Hard Out Here for a Catholic
October 01, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 47.1 MBWARNING - There is discussion of suicide in this episode Marci & Shannon are joined by speaker and podcaster, Leticia Ochoa Adams, to ake onb everyone's favorite topics - politics and religion! Leticia shares her journey of faith as an indigenous Latina American, single mother, and convert to Catholicism - sharing how her own struggles and the loss of her son to suicide transformed her relationship with God. We also discuss how we approach voting as BIPOC Catholics and what we can do outsid...
Plaid Skirtz and Boyz II Men
September 24, 2020 04:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MBFind out why Marcia and Shannon are talking about bell bottom jeans, winter gloves, and all-white outfits as we cover Boyz II Men's sophomore album, II, from 1994. There's references to girl scout camp, sneak boyfriends, and (no surprise here) Shawn Spencer & Burton Guster. And we discuss that one song you might not want to belt at work. You don't want to miss the shenanigans this week! Offertory Shannon - Twizzlers Bites, Reading the Gospels Marcia - Record players, Amy Winehouse on viny...
Women: the Neck of the Church!
September 16, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 47.9 MBShannon and Marcia have a great conversation with their friend Rahki McCormick about women and their role in the Church. Offertory: Marcia - The Umbrella Academy on Netflix Rakhi pokebowl, hamilton, office oral history and office ladies pod Shannon - Try the World snack boxes; Dua Lipa Future Nostalgia follow us on social media @psbbpodcast on insta me: @stylishlycia - shannon: @teamquarterblack - Rahki: email us at [email protected] Don’t forget to rate and review...
Women: the Neck of the Church!
September 16, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 47.9 MBShannon and Marcia have a great conversation with their friend Rahki McCormick about women and their role in the Church. Offertory: Marcia - The Umbrella Academy on Netflix Rakhi pokebowl, hamilton, office oral history and office ladies pod Shannon - Try the World snack boxes; Dua Lipa Future Nostalgia follow us on social media @psbbpodcast on insta me: @stylishlycia - shannon: @teamquarterblack - Rahki: email us at [email protected] Don’t forget to rate and review...
Getting the Band Back Together!
September 10, 2020 04:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBThe Season 6 Premiere finds Shannon & Marcia cruising the south side of Chicago to get the band back together with Jake and Elwood Blues. We're kicking things off by covering "The Blues Brothers" a celebration of our beloved Chicago AND a top 100 Catholic movie as ranked by the Vatican! We talk best musical numbers, great cameos, car chases, and Carrie Fischer's one woman mission to get revenge. Offertory Shannon - libraries; Extra Toasty Cheez-its Marcia - 90s kitchen dance parties; blu...
Psych 2 with Jules Miles
August 20, 2020 04:00 - 53 minutes - 37 MBJules Miles (Mystery Manners Podcast, Ruah Storytellers Podcast) joins Marcia and Shannon for a special bonus episode to gush about the new Peacock original movie, Psych 2: Lassie Come Home. The ladies talk about their favorite scenes with many, many digressions about their love for Shawn, Gus, and this whole silly show. Offertory Shannon: walks in the woods, good bourbon (in moderation) Marcia: Taylor Swift Folklore, Babysitters Club Show (Netflix), Donut Shop Dark Roast Coffee, Good Chr...
Our Super-Sized Season Finale!
July 16, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 70.6 MBPlease note: there is some cussing, y’all! Not usual for is so we want to make sure you know that up front! It’s our season five season finale, y’all and we make it extra special! Marcia sat down to talk with Alison Gudan, a Native Catholic feminist, about being indigenous, Catholic, and fighting for women. Her and Shannon talked about the interview, its impact, and a few housekeeping items. Going back to roots (Alex Haley style!) this episode is a long one because we wanted to share a...
Our Super-Sized Season Finale!
July 16, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 70.6 MBPlease note: there is some cussing, y’all! Not usual for is so we want to make sure you know that up front! It’s our season five season finale, y’all and we make it extra special! Marcia sat down to talk with Alison Gudan, a Native Catholic feminist, about being indigenous, Catholic, and fighting for women. Her and Shannon talked about the interview, its impact, and a few housekeeping items. Going back to roots (Alex Haley style!) this episode is a long one because we wanted to share a...
Chingona and Basic Black
July 09, 2020 07:00 - 51 minutes - 35.1 MBThe Ladies talk with Lea Juarez of the Chingona podcast She shares about her life, her mission, and her fierce spirit! She reminded Shannon and Marcia what it means to seek to understand and to also diversify their feeds! If you would like to support Lea and appreciate her mission in embracing the chingona spirit, feel free to give.Her Venmo is: @Lea-Juarez Offertory: Shannon - Hamilfilm (on Disney+); “Water Day” - playing with water Marcia - Austenland, Target Carmel Cashew Trail Mix L...
Girls Worth Fighting For!
July 02, 2020 07:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MBThe ladies talk Mulan (yay!!) and gender roles on today’s episode. Offertory Shannon - wear masks, Catholic study bible Marcia - Jamaican Cold Brew (Moka), zoom happy hours, New Wave Feminists Other business: follow us on social media @psbbpodcast on insta Marcia: @stylishlycia and Shannon: @teamquarterblack email us at [email protected] Facebook Group: Plaid Skirts & Basic Black: Coffee Talk Shop with us: shop.spreadshirt.com/psbbpodcast Support us: www.patreon.com...
Girls Worth Fighting For!
July 02, 2020 07:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MBThe ladies talk Mulan (yay!!) and gender roles on today’s episode. Offertory Shannon - wear masks, Catholic study bible Marcia - Jamaican Cold Brew (Moka), zoom happy hours, New Wave Feminists Other business: follow us on social media @psbbpodcast on insta Marcia: @stylishlycia and Shannon: @teamquarterblack email us at [email protected] Facebook Group: Plaid Skirts & Basic Black: Coffee Talk Shop with us: shop.spreadshirt.com/psbbpodcast Support us: www.patreon.com...
About That Video...
June 29, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 49.1 MBShannon and Marcia share their response to Abby Johnson's video (formerly named "My Biracial Boy") and offer some research...with links! Marcia: Vox school to prison pipeline explained: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HoKkasEyDOI, 13th on Netflix, Adam Ruins the Suburbs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e68CoE70Mk8, and Starbucks store products at Target Shannon: The Proud Family on Disney+ and Hair Love short film https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kNw8V_Fkw28 Other resources: The Myth of t...
Godparents: The (Gil)more the Merrier!
June 25, 2020 07:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBMarcia and Shannon discuss everyone’s (second) favorite over caffeinated duo and make they take on being godparents, Marcia invites you into her journey of proving she’s a Catholic in good standing, and Shannon drops some knowledge on us! The Offertory: Shannon - Support Black Owned Businesses; Harry & David Brunch Marcia - Jeopardy on Netflix, All things John Boyega, and Never Have I Ever (also on Netflix) Stay in Touch! follow us on social media @psbbpodcast on insta Marcia @stylish...
Godparents: The (Gil)more the Merrier!
June 25, 2020 07:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBMarcia and Shannon discuss everyone’s (second) favorite over caffeinated duo and make they take on being godparents, Marcia invites you into her journey of proving she’s a Catholic in good standing, and Shannon drops some knowledge on us! The Offertory: Shannon - Support Black Owned Businesses; Harry & David Brunch Marcia - Jeopardy on Netflix, All things John Boyega, and Never Have I Ever (also on Netflix) Stay in Touch! follow us on social media @psbbpodcast on insta Marcia @stylish...
Pollard, Peter Claver, and Past Our Bedtime!
June 18, 2020 09:00 - 57 minutes - 39.5 MBMarcia had a chat with Jalissa Pollard, author of the children’s book “My Grandma Is A Lady” and the ladies talk St. Peter Claver and his legacy...way past their bedtime! Offertory: •Jalissa: Melanin Origins Publishing (melanainorigins.com) and crocheting •Marcia: Generation BSC podcast (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/generation-bsc-a-baby-sitters-club-podcast/id1481054464) and Skinny Pop! •Shannon: The American Girl podcast (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/american-girls/id...
Pollard, Peter Claver, and Past Our Bedtime!
June 18, 2020 09:00 - 57 minutes - 39.5 MBMarcia had a chat with Jalissa Pollard, author of the children’s book “My Grandma Is A Lady” and the ladies talk St. Peter Claver and his legacy...way past their bedtime! Offertory: •Jalissa: Melanin Origins Publishing (melanainorigins.com) and crocheting •Marcia: Generation BSC podcast (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/generation-bsc-a-baby-sitters-club-podcast/id1481054464) and Skinny Pop! •Shannon: The American Girl podcast (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/american-girls/id...
Confirmation: A Top Seven Sacrament
June 11, 2020 05:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBMarcia and Shannon reflect on the Sacrament of Confirmation, talking about the theology, the history, and what it means in their own lives. They also call out Dave Ramsey for his searing (though correct) financial advice! Offertory Shannon - grocery shopping early in the morning; Ignatian Scriptural Meditation: https://www.ignatianspirituality.com/ignatian-prayer/the-spiritual-exercises/pray-with-your-imagination/ Marcia - careful transition to "reopening;" Zoe's Extraordinary Playlist (H...
PSBB Podcast & the Raiders of the Lost Ark with Patrick Wimp
June 04, 2020 07:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MBThis week Patrick Wimp, filmmaker, & entrepreneur, joins the ladies to talks about Indy Jones and the power of storytelling in film. The Offertory: • Shannon: reading all things by Pope Francis, The Last Dance (on ESPN), and intentional quiet time. • Patrick: “How Spielberg, Lucas, and Kasden created ‘Raiders of the Lost Ark.’” and “Brothers from the Suburbs” webseries on Ficto app. • Marcia: Elephant on Disney+ (narrated by friend of the podcast, Megan, Duchess of Sussex) and @jeffrig...
Q&A on Instagram Live
June 01, 2020 10:00 - 23 seconds - 355 KBWe’re hosting a question and answer session on Instagram Live on Thursday, June 4. Send us your questions via email at [email protected] or send us a DM on Instagram @psbbpodcast by 9AM on June 4. Then hop on IG at 8:30p EST/ 7:30p CST. Can’t wait to see you!
Being an Ally in the Church with Jules Miles
May 28, 2020 05:00 - 53 minutes - 36.5 MBFor this week's episode we invite Jule Miles, creator of Mystery Through Manners podcast and co-founder of Ruah Storytellers podcast, to share what inspires her to be an ally for people of color in the Church. She shares how the events of the 2017 protests in Charlottesville, VA inspired her to create a series on immigration and to find diverse voices from all ages and backgrounds to launch Ruah Storytellers. Most importantly, we find we all share a deep abiding love for the TV Show Psych! ...
Our Bodies are Good Bodies with Amanda Martinez Beck
May 21, 2020 05:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MBToday on Plaid Skirts & Basic Black we talk to fat activist, Amanda Martinez Beck, author of Lovely: How I Learned to Embrace the Body God Gave Me and host of the Fat and Faithful podcast, & co-founder of Ruah Storytellers podcast. We talk about why Amanda calls herself a "fat activist;" the ways we have absorbed and enabled fat-shaming in our culture; the relational meaning of our bodies; and what it means to each of us to love our body as it was created by God. We encourage everyone to ha...
PSBB Podcast: Back in the Habit!
May 14, 2020 05:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBMarcia and Shannon are super excited to be back for season 5 of Plaid Skirts and Basic Black, kicking off with a discussion of the 1993 musical comedy Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit. After our first on many #quarantine weather checks, we discuss our favorite songs from the movie, the amazing Lauryn Hill, and why it's so wonderful to see a positive portrayal of religious life. Offertory: Shannon - Clothing sales; Google Duo (download the app on your smartphone) Marcia - Homemade Masks; Th...
Claritin, Chris Traeger’s Command, and The Common Good!
April 09, 2020 04:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBShannon & Marcia are SUPER excited to be talking about the BEST episode of Parks & Recreation: “Flu Season.” The ladies share the memorable moments, how they are holding up, and a few ways we can live for the Common Good. The Offertory Shannon - Therapy - this is a trauma!! - Zucchini Fritters, Cold brew, Marcia - Stories I Only Tell My Friends and Love Life by Rob Lowe. Big Freedia Gospel Brunch on Instagram (@bigfreedia) follow us on social media @psbbpodcast on insta Marcia: @stylishl...
Claritin, Chris Traeger’s Command, and The Common Good!
April 09, 2020 04:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBShannon & Marcia are SUPER excited to be talking about the BEST episode of Parks & Recreation: “Flu Season.” The ladies share the memorable moments, how they are holding up, and a few ways we can live for the Common Good. The Offertory Shannon - Therapy - this is a trauma!! - Zucchini Fritters, Cold brew, Marcia - Stories I Only Tell My Friends and Love Life by Rob Lowe. Big Freedia Gospel Brunch on Instagram (@bigfreedia) follow us on social media @psbbpodcast on insta Marcia: @stylishl...
Netflix’s “Self Made” & Black Hair
March 25, 2020 19:00 - 52 minutes - 36.1 MBThe ladies talk Netflix’s new show inspired by the life of Madam CJ Walker. Offertory Shannon - “The English Game” on Netflix; Silly Indoor Olympics Marcia - Good Hair documentary, her new talk show in Instagram, and the puff cuff follow us on social media @psbbpodcast on insta Marcia: @stylishlycia and Shannon: @teamquarterblack and email us at [email protected] Join our Facebook group “Plaid Skirts and Basic Black: Coffee Talk” for daily shenanigans And don’t forge...
Netflix Party March 27!
March 20, 2020 17:00 - 1 minute - 983 KBSocial distance with Marcia and Shannon on Friday, March 27 to watch "The Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Society" on Netflix Party at 8:45 pm EST / 7:45 pm CST. Email us at [email protected] or DM us on Instagram @psbbpodcast to get added to the watch party. Can't wait to see you online! Music: "Seas of Mars" by Jahzzar © 2013, edited https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Audiobinger Used under Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License
The Lost Episode Has Been Found!
March 12, 2020 12:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBIn this episode from February 2019 Marcia and Shannon say goodbye to Kimmy Schmidt and check in during a hiatus. Enjoy this random dose of shenanigans and try not to miss us too much!
The Lost Episode Has Been Found!
March 12, 2020 12:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBIn this episode from February 2019 Marcia and Shannon say goodbye to Kimmy Schmidt and check in during a hiatus. Enjoy this random dose of shenanigans and try not to miss us too much!
Happy Leap Day!
February 29, 2020 05:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBThe ladies are SUPER excited to have an extra day to do business and gift you an extra podcast episode! You’re welcome. Shannon and Marcia talk the 30 Rock episode featuring Jim Carrey and Sad Thad the Skin Tag Lad and moral decision making. Offertory: •Shannon: quirky date nights or ladies nights, the medical history museum, and aerial silk acrobatics classes. •Marcia: Six: the musical soundtrack, all things enneagram, and The Beverage Babes podcast Stay in touch: email: plaidskirtsan...
Happy Leap Day!
February 29, 2020 05:00 - 36 minutes - 25 MBThe ladies are SUPER excited to have an extra day to do business and gift you an extra podcast episode! You’re welcome. Shannon and Marcia talk the 30 Rock episode featuring Jim Carrey and Sad Thad the Skin Tag Lad and moral decision making. Offertory: •Shannon: quirky date nights or ladies nights, the medical history museum, and aerial silk acrobatics classes. •Marcia: Six: the musical soundtrack, all things enneagram, and The Beverage Babes podcast Stay in touch: email: plaidskirtsan...
Echoes & Hope: Kimberly McKinley
February 28, 2020 11:00 - 9 minutes - 6.56 MBKimberly McKinley is the Director of Evangelization at the Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin in Washington, DC. A proud lifelong Washingtonian and cradle Catholic, Kimberly learned to get out of the pew and into parish life after the premature birth of her son. In her free time, she also works as a Mary Kay consultant. You can find her on Facebook at "Beauty 4 U by Kimberly" or www.marykay.com/kmgetexcited Music: "Homebound" and "Concrete Jungle" by Audiobinger © 2018, edited h...
Echoes & Hope: Nicole Drummond
February 26, 2020 06:00 - 14 minutes - 9.7 MBNicole Drummond lives in Norfolk, VA doing three of the most important jobs in the church - mom, youth minister, and parish administrative assistant. A cradle Catholic, Nicole grew up at the Basilica of St. Mary, the only African American Minor Basilica in the US, where she now works and practices her faith. Music: "Homebound" and "Concrete Jungle" by Audiobinger © 2018, edited https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Audiobinger Used under Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike L...
Echoes & Hope: Benote Wimp
February 22, 2020 06:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MBBenote Wimp is an insurance agent who lives outside of Chicago with his wife, Colleen. A cradle Catholic originally from the south side of Chicago, Benote is very active in his suburban parish, the Knights of Columbus, and the lives of his three children (including PSBB co-host, Shannon!) and his nine grandchildren. Music: "Homebound" and "Concrete Jungle" by Audiobinger © 2018, edited https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Audiobinger Used under Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-Shar...
Echoes & Hope: Courtni Wilson
February 19, 2020 06:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MBCourtni Wilson was born and bred in the Catholic faith. Raised in a devout household, she attended Catholic elementary school and continued her education at an all girls Catholic high school in New Orleans, Louisiana. She has lived all over the U.S., from New York to the west coast, and many places in between. In addition to her work as a professional dancer and artist within the entertainment industry, Courtni teaches weekly CCD classes in the Department of Religious Education of her local ...
Echoes & Hope: Harmony Miller
February 15, 2020 06:00 - 11 minutes - 7.98 MBHarmony Miller is an abstract artist and designer from Melbourne, Australia, who launched her small business, "hrmn designs" (pronounce har-man) in 2019 after five years working in youth ministry. She has been an artist since she could pick up a pencil and claims to be a creative soul on the pursuit to greatness through faith, which inspires much of her work. Her passion is to inspire others to be their best selves through discovering their God-given purpose to love through everything that t...
Echoes & Hope: Nathan Crankfield
February 12, 2020 06:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBNathan Crankfield is a 2015 graduate of Mount St. Mary's College in the Army ROTC. After completing Army Airborne and Ranger Schools, he served three years as an officer in the US Army, including a combat tour of duty in Afghanistan during which he was awarded with the Bronze Star. Nathan now lives in Cincinnati, where he works as a Parish Consultant for the Dynamic Catholic Institute. Music: "Homebound" and "Concrete Jungle" by Audiobinger © 2018, edited https://freemusicarchive.org/music/...
Echoes & Hope: Kara Dixon
February 08, 2020 06:00 - 14 minutes - 9.63 MBKara Dixon is a TV reporter based in Hampton Roads, Virginia. Kara's mission in life is to bring awareness to the beauty and diversity of the world through her stories. When she's not reporting, stockpiling books for her library, or belting our her favorite Hamilton show tunes at karaoke, you can find Kara at church teaching religious education or feeding the homeless. You can follow her on Instagram @Karadixontv or @karawavy Music: "Homebound" and "Concrete Jungle" by Audiobinger © 2018, e...
Echoes & Hope: Karianna Frey
February 05, 2020 06:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBKarianna Frey is a Midwestern transplant to California for the last 8 years and believes in the power of red lipstick to brighten any day. Growing up Baptist, Karianna joined the Roman Catholic Church in 2001, and loves discovering new (and old) things about her Faith and sharing those tidbits whenever possible. Married to Steve for 14 years, and mama to four, Karianna loves Jesus, Champagne, and French Fries (in that order.) When she isn't teaching in the classroom or at home, you can usual...
Echoes & Hope: Santonio and the Marys
February 03, 2020 06:00 - 10 minutes - 7.34 MBSantonio Hill tells us the story of how Mary, the Mother of God, interceded for him and helped him go closer to Jesus through a collection of women named after the Blessed Mother. Music: "Homebound" and "Concrete Jungle" by Audiobinger © 2018, edited https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Audiobinger Used under Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike License
Echoes & Hope: Santonio Hill
February 01, 2020 06:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MBSantonio Hill works for the Archdiocese of Philadelphia after time teaching high school theology and working as a FOCUS Missionary. Growing up, Santonio always had big dreams of playing in the NFL. God also had dreams for his life and gave him an option to choose which path to take with no string attached. Check out Santonio's podcast "The Anthem Podcast" on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Spotify. Music: "Homebound" and "Concrete Jungle" by Audiobinger © 2018, edited https://freemusicarchive...