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Join David and Brenda weekdays from 7 – 9 a.m. as they share interviews, music, news and prayers. Whether you’re in the car, at home getting ready for the day – or already at work – there’s no better way to start your day. Produced at the studios of Mater

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    August 27: Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 119:45


    Start your day with the joy of our Catholic faith and The Morning Blend. Brenda and Brian have some etiquette tips for going to mass. Plus, the latest news, sports, and great interviews. Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    A Faithful Summer with Dina Marie

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 20:42


    Dina Marie Hale is live in-studio to tell us how she spent the summer months help others grow closer to Christ and getting ready for this year's Rosary Bowl.More information on the Rosary Bowl can be found on their webpage.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Holy Trinity: Parish of the Week

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 22:14


    Are you heading to the coast this Labor Day Weekend? Stop in for mass at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Bandon. They are our Parish of the Week. Their pastor, Fr. Anthony Ahamefule, tells us what makes them a "Light by the Sea".Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

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    August 26: Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 119:45


    Time to start your day with The Morning Blend. Find out what kept Brenda off the air yesterday. Plus hear why the image of Our Lady of Czestochowa has three scars.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Childless and Catholic with Pati Kiley

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 17:48


    After a powerful retreat at Mount Angel Abbey, retreat leader Pati Kiley share how hope and healing is found for women who are childless and Catholic.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Tech Tuesday with Sarah Kuenzi

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 10:35


    We are heading to the coast for this week's "Parish of the Week". Sarah Kuenzi is live in studio with the announcement.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Homily Highlight from Msgr. Cihak

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 9:56


    Today's Homily Highlight is from Msgr. John Cihak from Christ the King in Milwaukie.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    August 22: Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 119:45


    Celebrate the Queenship of the Blessed Virgin Mary with The Morning Blend. Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Keeping Up With Ken Hallenius: Queenship of Mary

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 9:56


    Students are moving back into dorms at the University of Notre Dame and it is the feast day of the Queenship of Mary. Ken Hallenius tells us about both.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Widow Financial Roadmap with Ashley Micciche

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 19:34


    Do you have a financial plan for why your spouse dies? It's a difficult discussion but Ashley Micciche, from True North Retirement Advisors, has a roadmap you help you plan.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    August 21: Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 119:45


    Brenda and Brian are ready to get your day started on The Morning Blend. They laugh at what it takes to be a Senior Citizen today. Also, celebrate the Feast Day of St. Pius X.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    The Frassati Field Guide: Bobby Angel

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 10:50


    Bl. Pier Giorgio Frassati will be cannononized on September 7th. You can get to know this amazing saint in just 8 days. Author Bobby Angel explores this "man of the beatitudes" in his new book, "The Frassati Field Guide: An 8 Day Ascent to Heroic Virtue".Purchase a copy from Ave Maria Press.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Immaculate Heart Church: Parish of the Week

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 7:35


    Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Portland is our "Parish of the Week". Francis McBride has been a parishioner for nearly 60 years. He joins Brenda to tell you about what makes this diverse parish and great place to grow in faith.Immaculate Heart Church.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    August 20: Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 119:45


    Today is the Feast of St. Bernard of Clairvaux. Today on The Morning Blend find out, according to this Doctor of the Church, what it takes to be wise. Plus, get all the latest news, sports, and great interviews to start your day.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    American Catholic History: The Pope Stone

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 9:00


    Tom and Noelle Crow are back with another story of American Catholic History. Today they tell about the Pope's contribution to the Washington Monument.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Encouragement When Life Feels Hard with Gary Zimak

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 19:10


    We all face moments when our problems feel overwhelming. In his new book, author Gary Zimak, draws on his own experience to help you find peace in Jesus. Gary joins The Morning Blend with more from his book, "Lord, Save Me".Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    August 19: Full show

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 119:44


    Time to get this day started with The Morning Blend. Brenda tells you about an unsettling event and warns listeners about ways people try to take advantage of the elderly.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Homily Highlight from Msgr. Cihak

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 11:31


    Today's Homily Highlight is from Msgr John Cihak, pastor at Christ the King Church in Milwaukie.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Tech Tuesday with Sarah Kuenzi

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 8:16


    What phone app would be very difficult for our Digital Media Manger to give up? Sarah Kuenzi has her answer plus an announcement of this week's "Parish of the Week".Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    August 18: Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 119:37


    Time to start another week with Brenda and Brian on The Morning Blend. Get all the news from the weekend. Hear all the things that Pope Leo was able to accomplish in his first 100 days.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Understanding the Sacraments: Holy Orders

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 10:14


    Fr. Alar is back to cover another chapter in his book, "Understanding the Sacraments." Today he tells us the Sacrament of Holy Orders.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Faith and Love: Retreats for Men and Women

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 16:11


    East of Eugene is St. Benedict Lodge. Their beautiful grounds are a perfect place to experience the love of Christ. They have several wonderful retreats coming up and Fr. Augustine joins The Morning Blend to tell us more.St. Benedict Lodge.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    August 15: Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 119:45


    Celebrate the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary with The Morning Blend. Throughout today's show Brenda and Brian tell you more about this feast and give you all the news of the day.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    The Assumption of Mary with Fr. John Marshall

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 19:52


    What is the importance to our salvation that Mary was assumed into heaven? Fr. John Marshall, pastor at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, joins The Morning Blend to help us understand more fully this dogma of the Church.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    August 14: Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 119:45


    It is a day for Radio producers to celebrate. St. Maximilian Kolbe started the first Catholic radio station in Poland. The Morning Blend celebrates their patron on today's show.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Rules for Life from Maximilian Kolbe: 2nd Cup

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 8:45


    You can never go wrong if you follow St. Maximilian Kolbe's rules for living. Brenda and Brian share more on today's 2nd Cup.Full article can be found at Everyday Prayer Co.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    American Catholic Music with Daniel Oberreuter

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 9:29


    Lead singer from The Thirsting, Daniel Oberreuter, joins The Morning Blend to introduce you to their new music.More information can be found on their webpage.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    August 13: Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 119:45


    Left-handers are celebrated on today's Morning Blend. And get all the latest news, sports, and a message on the Nicene Creed from Archbishop Sample. Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    American Catholic History: Stagecoach Mary

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 9:52


    Tom and Noelle Crowe are back with another lesson on American Catholic History. Today they tell you the story about Stagecoach Mary.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    The Nicene Creed with Archbishop Sample

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 8:46


    See the full video on Youtube. And more information on becoming a priest can by found on Archbishop Sample Youtube.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    August 12: Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 119:45


    Start this hot summer day with Brenda and Brian on The Morning Blend.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Spread Love: Vancouver Wine and Jazz Festival

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 24:41


    Meet first voice and first tenor, Claude McKnight of the American a cappella gospel sextet Take 6! Claude speaks with Dina Marie about Take 6's musical journey from singing in local churches and on their college campus to signing a major record contract and touring around the globe. Over their 40-year musical career, Take 6 has earned 10 GRAMMY Awards, 10 Dove Awards, A Soul Train Award and they are members of the Gospel Music Hall of Fame. Discover the heart and soul behind this gospel sextet and prepare to enjoy their sensational music LIVE IN PERSON at the Vancouver Wine & Jazz Festival in Vancouver, Washington.For more:https://take6.com/https://take6.com/st-judes-childrens-research-hospital-take-6-announce-partnership/https://www.vancouverwinejazz.com/Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Homily Highlight from Msgr. Gerard O'Connor

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 10:09


    Today's Homily Highlight is from Msgr. O'Connor, Rector at St. Mary's Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Portland.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Tech Tuesday with Sarah Kuenzi

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 9:35


    Time to check in with our Digital Media Manager, Sarah Kuenzi. Find out this week's "Parish of the Week".Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    August 11: Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 116:58


    Beat the heat with Brenda and Brian on The Morning Blend. Get the latest news from the weekend and hear ways to live like a Franciscan. Today is the feast of St. Clare of Assisi. Start your day with Mater Dei Radio.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Ministry of the Altar Server with Matthew Drendel

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 9:21


    Matthew Drendel began as an altar server in middle school. He is now entering his senior year of high school and share how this ministry has helped him grow in faith.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Understanding the Sacraments: Anointing of the Sick

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 12:25


    What is the difference between Last Rites and Anointing of the Sick? Fr. Chris Alar is back on The Morning Blend to tell us more about the Sacraments and the Anointing of the Sick.Purchase a copy of Fr. Alar's book from Marian Press.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    August 8: Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 119:44


    Today The Morning Blend celebrates the Feast of St. Dominic. Did you know that the Blessed Virgin Mary designed their habit? Hear the story plus Brenda and Brian have more news, sports and your weather update. Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Jubilee of Youth Experience with Dario Mobini

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 19:47


    Over 1 million young people gathered in Rome for the Jubilee of Youth. Dario Mobini is back on The Morning Blend to share some of the experiences and the message from Pope Leo XIV. Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Staying Catholic in College: 2nd Cup for August 8

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 9:43


    Fellowship of Catholic University Students has some great ideas when it comes to practicing your faith in college. Brenda and Brian talk about it on today's 2nd Cup.Full article can be found on their webpage.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    August 7: Full Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 119:45


    Time to start the day with a cup of Catholic joy and The Morning Blend. Pope Leo XIV shifting to a new topic for his Wednesday audience. Get that information and all the latest news on today's show.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    Spreading Joy: Vancouver Wine & Jazz Festival

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 12:12


    Join Michael Kissinger, Artistic Director and Founder of the Vancouver Wine & Jazz Festival. This year the festival celebrates it's 25th Anniversary of bringing award winning internationally acclaimed musicians, regional jazz & blues bands, Northwest wines, fine artists, and local cuisine in one location - Esther Short Park in Downtown Vancouver, Washington. Michael takes us back stage to meet some of the musicians and headliners of the largest festival of it's kind in the PNW. This year's festival runs August 22, 23 & 24, 2025. For more:https://www.vancouverwinejazz.com/home.htmlhttps://www.vancouverwinejazz.com/music.htmlhttps://www.bravoconcerts.com/Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

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