In the Forum - With Sheila Liaugminas

People may not often think of dying, but the time comes for everyone, and it's never too early to prepare well. How do we do that? Is there a patron saint of a happy death? Sheila talks about it.

There is a healthy, good way to think of death, God, eternal life. Would you change if you knew you would die today and see the God of love?

Since the Supreme Court Dobbs decision, abortion activists and news media have focused more attention on choice, but using new language and narratives about rights.

The Supreme Court Dobbs ruling teaches what the Roe and Casey decisions said, and why Justices recently overturned them both to restore the democratic process for deciding abortion law in each of the states, by the people and their elected representatives.

Sheila starts explaining the Supreme Court Dobbs decision overruling Roe v. Wade, and what it tells us about abortion law in America.

Sheila combines coverage of politics and the political process with abortion and pro-life realities in this commentary on what can be done to serve life, give hope and build unity.

Fr. Boniface Hicks explores and explains the many of the titles and roles of St. Joseph in his new book and in this conversation with Sheila Liaugminas, filled with enlightening, edifying information for those who don't know the saint, and those who want to learn more.

Many people have a foundation of hope and happiness, many others search for it. The difference? Fr. Peter Cameron explains the profound truth of conversion, irresistible power of kindness, and the force of mercy.

The Shroud of Turin has all the marks of Christ crucified, and hi-tech evidence dates it back to the time and place of Jesus of Nazareth's life and death. Called 'the Fifth Gospel', it teaches in amazing detail. How the image got on the Shroud is especially stunning, now and going forward.

Dr. Onalee McGraw of the Educational Guidance Institute shares her expertise and fascinating insights into how classic films capture essential truths about human nature and the common good. These universal truths transcend politics, ideologies, and 'tribal identities' and through storytelling, reach hearts and minds in a unique and transformative way.

Social research professor Michael New points out flaws and errors in the wording and reasoning of a Washington Post column about the drop in abortions over the past 40+ years. This is needed clarification.

Fr. Robert Spitzer delves into the second book of his new 'Called Out of Darkness' trilogy and gives guidance on spiritual and moral conversion, and how to avoid obstacles to both.

Co-Founder Dr. Jennifer Nolan explains the STEM degree courses Catholic Polytechnic University offers with an impressive and growing faculty of leading experts in science, technology, engineering, math, and business, infused with zeal for the faith. "This is where faith and science come together," she tells Sheila Liaugminas, "and they point to Christ, they point to God".

Human rights activist Jason Jones says that to unify and heal our country we have to assent to the truth about the human person as embedded in the Declaration of Independence principles of equality and dignity of all people, and be willing to work for those rights and liberties.

Social research and political science scholar Michael New gives an overview and insights on abortion trends over the past two years across the country, and the worrisome role of chemical abortions in the reportedly higher incidence. He emphasizes the longtime importance of the Hyde Amendment in saving lives and taxpayer funds.

Dr. Scott Hahn reveals how religion is central to all major questions of society, and how addressing the central, rightful place of religion there is essential to building a just and ordered civilization.

National Review Institute Senior Fellow Kathryn Jean Lopez joins Sheila Liaugminas again for a ranging conversation about life, faith, news, truth, goodness, beauty, gratitude, courage, 2020, and anecdotal stories that come to mind.

Dr. Ralph Martin tells Sheila Liaugminas 'Every year, fewer and fewer Catholics are believing fewer and fewer things about our existence.' What do we do about that and other crises of faith? Find good answers in this conversation and in his new book.

Fr. Robert Spitzer explores the contents of his new book 'Christ Versus Satan In Our Daily Lives', explains the tactics the devil uses and tells you the simple but powerful ways to experience God's peace and overcome evil in the world.

Author and gifted storyteller Raymond Arroyo explains the origins of the little known legend that inspired his Christmas book that goes beyond the stable in Bethlehem into a cave in the countryside where a special spider plays a pivotal role in the Christmas story. The message, 'we are where we are for a reason', becomes clear.

Author Anthony DeStefano explains the story in his new Christmas children's book 'The Grumpy Old Ox', and what children of all ages can learn about pride, humility, and the joy of seeing with new eyes and feeling love with a renewed heart.

Most people have the will to win, but the will to prepare to win takes the power of self-discipline. Dr. Ryan Hanning, professor of philosophy and theology, co-authored a new book about knowing yourself and working on the virtues for lasting happiness. He talks with Sheila Liaugminas about making an action plan and persevering in it.

What are the true stakes of the choice before us this election? This election is a contest between two opposing worldviews, but many Americans are not aware that radical political ideologies are driving one of the parties that many people might vote for on election day. Sheila Liaugminas interviews Dr. Paul Kengor, Professor of Political Science at Grove City College--noted author and political historian--about the often-overlooked political ideology of the contemporary left.

Bishop Thomas Paprocki discusses extraordinary and unprecedented measures taken in response to the pandemic, and the impact on society, communities and individuals. Bishop Paprocki emphasizes access to churches and sacraments as a priority in the moral and legal order.

Sheila speaks with Mary Hallan FioRito, Visiting Fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center in Washington, D.C., about the effort to win the Catholic vote in this critical election year. Sheila and Mary discuss the fundamental principles that define Catholic convictions about life, religious freedom, law, and responsibilities, and how Catholics will apply those principles at the ballot box.

Chicago Police Chaplain Fr. Dan Brandt talks about what he calls systemic 'making bad choices' at the root of civil unrest, shares details of an alternative community policing strategy, says help starts with prayers.

Thomas More Society Chief Counsel Tom Brejcha saw Justice Ginsburg as a jurist who applied laws as a set of principles apart from policy preferences and political partisanship.

Just after her speech at the RNC, Abby Johnson shares reactions to the message of life, love and healing in what should not be a partisan issue. "We need to speak what we believe", she asserts.

National Review journalist Kathryn Jean Lopez talks about the importance of Christian witness as a force of real change in the culture and the world.

Sheila interviews pro-life champion Marjorie Dannenfelser from the Susan B. Anthony List to discuss why life is winning in politics and government, and her book, "Life Is Winning: Inside the Fight for Unborn Children and Their Mothers."

What do Americans really think about abortion? Prof. Michael New, Associate Scholar at the Charlotte Lozier Institute and Assistant Prof. at the Catholic University of America, joins Sheila Liaugminas to discuss this and more.

The Democratic convention highlights candidates, party politics and promises. Sheila examines some of the language, and how we may bridge the different political languages many Americans speak.

Sheila Liaugminas interviews Fr. Andrew Liaugminas, University chaplain and professor of theology, about parish re-openings, Real Presence, Sacraments, and the Church in this time of pandemic.

Sheila provides a survey of the current issues facing our society today, and a preview of topics to be addressed in the weeks ahead in her new podcast, In the Forum.

Pilot episode of In the Forum™