Podcasts about Holy Cross College

Kevin Wolfe is an award-winning architect, landscape designer, and journalist, highly respected for his skill in renovating old houses, particularly those from the early 20th century in the New York City region. He possesses a unique talent for uncovering and restoring the "heart and soul" of historic homes, even those that have suffered from years of poor renovations. His expertise lies in seamlessly blending restoration, renovation, and additions, allowing him to capture the unique essence of each property while simultaneously updating it for comfortable modern family living, with the kitchen often becoming the central hub.Beyond his design work, Kevin is an expert in navigating the rigorous Landmarks Preservation Commission review process in New York City for historically designated buildings. His impressive track record includes a 100% approval rate on first submissions for all projects since establishing his firm in 1998. He actively shares his knowledge and passion for historic preservation by teaching in the Master of Science program in Historic Preservation at the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, where his "man on the street" classes are particularly popular. He's also a prominent advocate for historic preservation in New York City, serving on several prestigious boards and committees, and successfully leading efforts to designate the Douglaston Historic District and the Douglaston Hill Historic District in Queens.Kevin's professional background is extensive, having been trained as both an architect and a landscape architect and practicing since 1988. He has worked with esteemed firms in New York City such as Rafael Vinoly Architects and Kohn Pedersen & Fox Interior Architects. Additionally, he is a prolific writer, contributing articles on architecture, interior design, landscape design, and historic preservation to various publications including Garden Design and Metropolis. He has also contributed to several books and authored This Salubrious Spot—100 Years at Douglas Manor. Currently, he is penning House Stories, a book about his own garden and architectural design work. His academic achievements include a Master of Architecture from Columbia University, a Master of Arts from Clark University, a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture from The City College of New York, and a Bachelor of Arts from Holy Cross College. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Inside INdiana Business Radio for the morning of May 5, 2025. The president of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway teases a possible sellout for this year's Indy 500. Plus, Holy Cross College is getting underway with two major projects. Get the latest business news from throughout the state at InsideINdianaBusiness.com.

Do we have soul mates? Are there people in our lives today who we​ know from previous lives? Our guest today is lucid coach, Chris Cunniffe, and he describes his story. Chris starts by defining what he calls counterparts which are people we know from waking life who may be simultaneous incarnations of ourselves. He lists dream features to look for that suggest that the person you are dreaming about might be a soul counterpart. We talk about the idea that to the soul, time is an illusion and also have a discussion of what to do with this information. BIO: Chris is a graduate of Holy Cross College (1993) and Harvard Law School (1996). He has a career background as an entrepreneur in both law and real estate. In 2015, Chris founded Lucid Coaching, LLC, as a creative vehicle for offering coaching services to clients and for publishing articles and videos about dreams, personal development, and spirituality. As part of his coaching work, Chris is a volunteer facilitator at Bliss Spiritual Co-op, a Charleston based retreat center, where he facilitates discussion groups about dreams and other topics. Find our guest at: LucidCoaching.com This show, episode number 295, was recorded during a live broadcast on January 25, 2025 at KSQD.org, community radio of Santa Cruz. Intro and outro music by Mood Science. Ambient music new every week by Rick Kleffel. Archived music can be found at Pandemiad.com. Many thanks to Rick Kleffel for also engineering the show and to Tony Russomano for the answering the phones. SHARE A DREAM FOR THE SHOW or a question or enquire about being a guest on the podcast by emailing Katherine Bell at katherine@ksqd.org. Follow on FB and IG @ExperientialDreamwork #thedreamjournal. To learn more or to inquire about exploring your own dreams go to ExperientialDreamwork.com. The Dream Journal aims to: Increase awareness of and appreciation for nightly dreams. Inspire dream sharing and other kinds of dream exploration as a way of adding depth and meaningfulness to lives and relationships. Improve society by the increased empathy, emotional balance, and sense of wonder which dream exploration invites. The Dream Journal is produced at and airs on KSQD Santa Cruz, 90.7 FM. Catch it streaming LIVE at KSQD.org 10-11am Pacific Time on Saturdays. Call or text with your dreams or questions at 831-900-5773 or email at onair@ksqd.org. Podcasts are available on all major podcast platforms released the Monday following the live show. The complete KSQD Dream Journal podcast page can be found at ksqd.org/the-dream-journal/. Closed captioning is available on the YouTube version of this podcast and an automatically generated transcript is available at Apple Podcasts. Thanks for being a Dream Journal listener! Available on all major podcast platforms. Rate it, review it, subscribe, and tell your friends.

A Thousand Kisses: A Family's Escape From the Nazis to a New Life by John W. WeiserIntimate and harrowing, this memoir of love, escape and redemption is a rich account of the Weiser family's life and flight from Nazi Vienna to Hungary to Brazil and to the U.S. It will keep the reader glued to a narrative that skillfully recreates the palpable tension of multiple escapes. A Thousand Kisses is at once instructive about a family's courage and determination to stay together and about the dangers of remaining silent while a government tightens immigration laws and promotes racial scapegoating.A  graduate of Holy Cross College and Harvard law school, Weiser was a partner in the Wall Street law firm of Shearman & Sterling. Afer 20 years there, he accepted an offer to become the General Counsel of Bechtel Group Inc., an international engineering construction company. On retirement Weiser joined the board of the Graduate Theological Union, a consortium of nine seminaries of different religions. He eventually served as Chairman of the Board for eight years, the maximum allowed. Then Weiser joined United Religions Initiative, the world's largest grassroots interfaith organization. There he served as Chair of the President's Council, a senior advisory group. Weiser and his wife Maria had nine children. They have 12 grandchildren. Maria died of cancer and Weiser later married Sue Cony, an old friend. They live in Dominican Oaks, a retirement community in Santa Cruz CA.https://www.amazon.com/Thousand-Kisses-Familys-Escape-Nazis/dp/1978318073/ref=monarch_sidesheet_titlehttps://www.ecpublishingllc.com/http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/101024jwec.mp3  

When should you do the opposite of what you usually do?  Today we share a popular replay about lucid dreaming, shadow work, and dream yoga with Chris Cunniffe. Chris had been a lawyer for 8 years when he had a dream which nudged him onto a more spiritual path. In the dream, Chris was at a Milli Vanilli conference which led him to wonder about what part of his life was a false front. Chris urges us to consider “doing the opposite”. For example: dreaming is meaningless; consider that it might be meaningful. Nightmares are bad and should  be avoided; perhaps they are helpful. I should run away from that monster in my dream; maybe I should turn towards it. Chris gives examples of using this idea with shadow dream figures. We then speak about treating waking life as a lucid dream including connecting with those cartoon-like figures we encounter over and over. I got some personal ahas from this discussion about my own trouble delegating tasks. We end by talking about the idea that some of the people we meet in our dreams are counterparts or soulmates. BIO: Chris is a graduate of Holy Cross College (1993) and Harvard Law School (1996). He has a career background as an entrepreneur in both law and real estate. In 2015, Chris founded Lucid Coaching, LLC, as a creative vehicle for offering coaching services to clients and for publishing articles and videos about dreams, personal development, and spirituality. Chris currently serves as a board member and volunteer facilitator at Bliss Spiritual Co-op, a Charleston based retreat center, where he facilitates discussion groups about dreams and other topics. Find our guest at: lucidcoaching.com and on IG and FB @lucidcoaching This show, episode number 272, was broadcast August 17, 2024 as a replay from a live broadcast recorded during a live broadcast on July 8, 2023 at KSQD.org, community radio of Santa Cruz. Intro and outro music by Mood Science. Ambient music new every week by Rick Kleffel. Archived music can be found at Pandemiad.com. Many thanks to Rick Kleffel for also engineering the show and to Tony Russomano for the phones. SHARE A DREAM FOR THE SHOW or a question by emailing Katherine Bell at katherine@ksqd.org. Follow on FB and IG @ExperientialDreamwork #thedreamjournal. To learn more or to inquire about exploring your own dreams go to ExperientialDreamwork.com. The Dream Journal aims to: Increase awareness of and appreciation for nightly dreams. Inspire dream sharing and other kinds of dream exploration as a way of adding depth and meaningfulness to lives and relationships. Improve society by the increased empathy, emotional balance, and sense of wonder which dream exploration invites. The Dream Journal is produced at and airs on KSQD Santa Cruz, 90.7 FM. Catch it streaming LIVE at KSQD.org 10-11am Pacific Time on Saturdays. Call or text with your dreams or questions at 831-900-5773 or email at onair@ksqd.org. Podcasts are available on all major podcast platforms released the Monday following the live show. The complete KSQD Dream Journal podcast page can be found at ksqd.org/the-dream-journal/. Note that closed captioning is available on the YouTube version of this podcast and an automatically generated transcript is available at Apple Podcasts. Thanks for being a Dream Journal listener! Available on all major podcast platforms. Rate it, review it, subscribe and tell your friends.

What You Will Learn: Dr. Chesney's bio and background (0 min) How Dr. Chesney became interested in specializing in Lyme disease and tick-borne illnesses (5 min) Why Dr. Chesney has a passion for prevention of tick-borne diseases(8 min) Why we should care about prevention of Lyme disease and tick-borne illnesses and who is most at risk (9 min) How to know if you are in a tick endemic area and what ticks may cause tick-borne illnesses (10 min) The myth of tick season and if ticks can really live in the cold (14 min) Does size matter with ticks? (15 min) The best way to identify a tick (16 min) How long does a tick need to be on you to transmit a tick-borne disease? (16 min 30 sec) The caveats of Lyme testing and the accuracy of different methods (18 min) The many ways Lyme disease hides in the body and why doxycycline may not completely eradicate it (24 min) How to effectively treat a tick bite by combining pharmaceuticals, herbals, and essential oils (27 min) How herbals and essential oils treat more than the infection (30 min) The power of Andrographis for several aspects of Lyme disease, including a really disgusting one (31 min) The components of Dr. Chesney's Tick Preparedness Kit (35 min) Can you use essential oils with homeopathic remedies? (39 min) How to prevent ticks in the environment based on the life stage of the tick and white-footed mice (41 min) The confusion around studies with essential oils as tick repellents (44 min) A non-toxic essential oil blend that can be used on the yard to repel ticks for 2 weeks (46 min)  Specific essential oils and oil-based formulation shown to be good tick repellents, when combined with other measures (49 min) Six for ticks: Why you may not want to wash your clothes after you've been in an area with ticks (52 min) How diligent we need to be about tick awareness and taking precautions (53 min) An overview of Dr. Chesney's course (55 min) Closing questions (1 hour) Bio of Dr. Alexis Chesney, MS, ND, LAc:  Alexis Chesney MS, ND, LAc is an internationally esteemed naturopathic physician, acupuncturist, author, researcher, lecturer, educator, patient advocate, and specialist in treating Lyme and tick-borne diseases. She received her BA from Holy Cross College and earned her Master of Science in acupuncture and doctorate in naturopathic medicine from the University of Bridgeport. Dr. Chesney is also a Certified Emotion Code Practitioner. Dr. Chesney provides a healing, therapeutic environment in which she gets to the root cause of multifaceted illnesses. She offers compassionate care and partners with patients to help them find wellness and balance in their lives. Through her private practice and her passionate and fierce drive to empower individuals and practitioners with natural solutions that work, Dr. Chesney offers hope to many who have been misled and mistreated within conventional care. She is a true pioneer that is making the world a brighter place in areas where many have been in the dark and frightened. You can find her @dralexischesney.com.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Aaron Woods is joined by the greatest NRL trainer of all time the one & only Ronnie Palmer! Ronnie takes us inside his incredible journey with over 50+ years in the game. We talk the coaching tactics of Gus Gould, Ricky Stuart, Ivan Cleary & more, find out which players were the toughest trainers, how to deliver a coaches message & we hear some cracking stories from some of the best celebrations! Subscribe on LiSTNR: https://www.listnr.com/podcasts/footy-talk-rugby-league-podcast Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://link.chtbl.com/FootyTalkRLApplePodcasts Subscribe on Spotify: https://link.chtbl.com/FootyTalkRLSpotifySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Louisiana continues to rank behind almost every other state in the country in terms of its educational outcomes across the board – from Pre-K through post secondary. But buried under those bad stats, are some bright spots – success stories of programs and schools that are finding ways to prepare students and train them for the jobs of the future. On this episode of Out to Lunch, meet two of the leading lights of the Baton Rouge education system. Tina Holland is President and CEO of Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University in Baton Rouge, better known as Fran U. Tina came to Fran U in 2014 from Notre Dame, Indiana, where she had served as Executive Vice President and Provost of Holy Cross College. In the years since, she has overseen an aggressive and successful expansion of Fran U. Tina Holland, whose combination of military and education experience and vision has elevated Fran U to an accredited college Fran U started out nearly a century ago as Our Lady of the Lake, a nursing school. Today it is a fully accredited university with new undergraduate and graduate degree programs that Tina has created. Tina is overseeing the development of Fran U's first freestanding building which will give the university a new level of autonomy. Tina is a native of Los Angeles and a former officer in the U.S. Marine Corps., who brings an extraordinary knowledge and skillset to a position that requires navigating the turbulent waters of not only higher ed and Catholic Church but local politics as well. Christine Merchant is  World Language Coordinator with the East Baton Rouge Parish School System. If you're thinking, “I didn't know East Baton Rouge Schools had a world language coordinator,” you're not alone but you might be surprised to learn that not only is the school system's immersive language program highly successful, but also that Christine has been running it for 42 years! In fact, Christine is the first and only person to hold this position. Christine Merchant, the depth of her French accent is matched by the depth of her 42 years of dedication to foreign language education in Baton Rouge The most visible flagship of the East Baton Rouge School System's foreign language track is FLAIM, or more formally, the Baton Rouge Foreign Language Academic Immersion Magnet, but world languages are offered at a large number of EBR public schools. Stephanie Riegel hosts a mostly English language edition of Out to Lunch at Mansurs on the Boulevard Out to Lunch is recorded live over lunch at Mansurs on the Boulevard. You can find photos by Erik Otts at itsbatonrouge.la. baton rouge business podcast christine merchant east baton rouge parish schools flaim fran u mansurs on the boulevard out to lunch stephanie riegel tina hollandSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1994's Legends of the Fall was one of a string of new age American western epics, featuring an ascendant Brad Pitt alongside Anthony Hopkins, Aidan Quinn, Henry Thomas, and a stunning Julia Ormond. It's not a perfect film, but like a lot helmed by Edward Zwick, gives us a ton to talk about: American wars Indigenous people, the Gilded Age & Progressive Era, WWI, PTSD, Prohibition, and the West. There's a lot to unpack and that's why I invited Edward O'Donnell onboard to talk it all out. About our guest:Frequently appearing in historical documentaries on the History Channel, PBS, and Curiosity Stream. O'Donnell is also a podcaster and professor at Holy Cross College in Worcester, MA.

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When should you do the opposite of what you usually do?  Today we speak about lucid dreaming, shadow work, and dream yoga with Chris Cunniffe. Chris had been a lawyer for 8 years when he had a dream which nudged him onto a more spiritual path. In the dream, Chris was at a Milli Vanilli conference which led him to wonder about what part of his life was a false front. Chris urges us to consider "doing the opposite". For example: dreaming is meaningless; consider that it might be meaningful. Nightmares are bad and should  be avoided; perhaps they are helpful. I should run away from that monster in my dream; maybe I should turn towards it. Chris gives examples of using this idea with shadow dream figures. We then speak about treating waking life as a lucid dream including connecting with those cartoon-like figures we encounter over and over. I got some personal ahas from this discussion about my own trouble delegating tasks. We end by talking about the idea that some of the people we meet in our dreams are counterparts or soulmates. BIO: Chris is a graduate of Holy Cross College (1993) and Harvard Law School (1996). He has a career background as an entrepreneur in both law and real estate. In 2015, Chris founded Lucid Coaching, LLC, as a creative vehicle for offering coaching services to clients and for publishing articles and videos about dreams, personal development, and spirituality. Chris currently serves as a board member and volunteer facilitator at Bliss Spiritual Co-op, a Charleston based retreat center, where he facilitates discussion groups about dreams and other topics. Find our guest at: lucidcoaching.com and on IG and FB @lucidcoaching Intro music is Water over Stones and outro music is Everything both by Mood Science. Today's ambient music is created by Rick Kleffel. The audio can be found at Pandemiad.com. Many thanks to Rick Kleffel for also engineering the show, to Tony Russomano for answering the phones and to Ewa Malady for audio editing. Show aired on July 8, 2023. The Dream Journal is produced at and airs on KSQD Santa Cruz, 90.7 FM, streaming live at KSQD.org 10-11am Saturday mornings Pacific time.  Catch it live and call or text with your dreams or questions at 831-900-5773 or email at onair@ksqd.org. Contact Katherine Bell with feedback, suggestions for future shows or to inquire about exploring your own dreams with her at katherine@ksqd.org, or find out more at ExperientialDreamwork.com. Available on all major podcast platforms. The complete KSQD Dream Journal podcast page can be found at ksqd.org/the-dream-journal. Thanks for being a Dream Journal listener! Rate it, review it, subscribe and tell your friends.

Welcome to The Endow Podcast! This podcast is a forum for women to foster conversations about the intellectual life and intentional community for the cultivation of the feminine genius.On this episode, Simone Rizkallah, Director of Program Growth, interviews Ryan Ayala on Bishop Olmsted's Apostolic Exhortation to Catholic men and how this document can be read and studied by not only adult men, but by high school teenage boys while the girls participate in our high school Endow studies.Link to the Apostolic Exhortation: https://dphx.org/into-the-breach/ Link to the series on Formed: https://watch.formed.org/into-the-breach Ryan Ayala is the Director of Marriage and Family Life at Saint Bernard of Clairvaux Catholic Church in Scottsdale, Arizona. He has been married for seven years and is blessed to have three children. Previously, he served as the Director of Campus Evangelization and Theology Teacher at Saint Mary's Catholic High School and Youth Leader at Saint Thomas the Apostle in Phoenix. He also teaches the Youth Specialization course for the Kino Institute at the Diocesan Pastoral Center. Prior to his arrive to Phoenix, he served as a Campus Minister at the University of Notre Dame. He has a Bachelor of Arts in Theology from Holy Cross College and a Master of Education, Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Mary. Support the Endow PodcastWhat's on your mind and heart? Let our host, Simone Rizkallah, know by connecting with her and The Endow Team on social media!Facebook at www.facebook.com/endowgroupsInstagram at www.instagram.com/endowgroupsWant to start your own Endow Group? Learn more by visiting our website at www.endowgroups.org or reach out to us at info@endowgroups.org. We look forward to serving you!

#digitaltransformation #vmware Discover valuable insights on managing large-scale transformation in this CXOTalk episode featuring Mike Hayes, Chief Operating Officer of VMware. In this conversation, Mike explains how the software giant is navigating change and transformation and pivoting towards a SaaS future. He reveals how VMware is breaking down silos, redesigning processes, and aligning goals to create a unified organization capable of thriving in the multi-cloud era.The conversation includes these topics:► About VMware's transformation► Navigating large-scale transformation with clear goals► Balancing individual and team incentives for transformation success► Culture and incentives: “Don't give people tasks; give them goals.”► About VMware's internal and external change initiatives► Harmonizing business models with product-led growth strategies► Redesigning processes and breaking down silos across the organization► How to measure and evaluate transformation progress► Business agility: What is it and why it is important► Practical advice on creating business agility► How to measure and evaluate business agility► Advice for business leaders on driving large-scale organizational change► The importance of situational awarenessRead the full transcript and see related interviews: https://www.cxotalk.com/episode/data-and-analytics-at-goldman-sachsMike Hayes is VMware's Chief Operating Officer, where he is responsible for worldwide business operations and acceleration of the Company's SaaS transition. Mike leads with a passion for driving agility, excellence and meaning in service of customers' missions. Before VMware, Hayes served as Senior Vice President and Head of Strategic Operations for Cognizant Technologies where he ran a $2B P&L for global financial services. Mike also served as a Chief of Staff to the CEO and COO roles at Bridgewater Associates, an investment management firm.Prior to joining the private sector, Hayes spent 20 years in the U.S. Navy SEALs, where his last role was Commanding Officer of SEAL Team TWO. He served in the Bosnia, Kosovo, Iraq, and Afghanistan conflicts, including ten months as the Commander of a 2,000-person Special Operations Task Force in southeastern Afghanistan. Hayes was selected as a White House Fellow, served as Director, of Defense Policy and Strategy at the National Security Council, and was the Deputy Commander for Special Operations in Anbar Province, Iraq. His military decorations include the Bronze Star for valor in combat in Iraq, a Bronze Star for Afghanistan, and the Defense Superior Service Medal from the White House.Hayes authored the bestseller “Never Enough: A Navy SEAL Commander on Living a Life of Excellence, Agility, and Meaning," and donates all profits to pay off mortgages for Gold Star families (fallen service members). He holds a Master's degree from Harvard's Kennedy School and a Bachelor's degree from Holy Cross College. He is on the boards of Immuta, a data governance company, and the National Medal of Honor Museum. Hayes is also a lifetime member of the Council on Foreign Relations.

Louisiana continues to rank behind almost every other state in the country in terms of its educational outcomes across the board – from Pre-K through post secondary. But buried under those bad stats, are some bright spots – success stories of programs and schools that are finding ways to prepare students and train them for the jobs of the future. On this episode of Out to Lunch, meet two of the leading lights of the Baton Rouge education system. Tina Holland is President and CEO of Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University in Baton Rouge, better known as Fran U. Tina came to Fran U in 2014 from Notre Dame, Indiana, where she had served as Executive Vice President and Provost of Holy Cross College. In the years since, she has overseen an aggressive and successful expansion of Fran U. Fran U started out nearly a century ago as Our Lady of the Lake, a nursing school. Today it is a fully accredited university with new undergraduate and graduate degree programs that Tina has created. Tina is overseeing the development of Fran U's first freestanding building which will give the university a new level of autonomy. Tina is a native of Los Angeles and a former officer in the U.S. Marine Corps., who brings an extraordinary knowledge and skillset to a position that requires navigating the turbulent waters of not only higher ed and Catholic Church but local politics as well.     Christine Merchant is  World Language Coordinator with the East Baton Rouge Parish School System. If you're thinking, "I didn't know East Baton Rouge Schools had a world language coordinator," you're not alone but you might be surprised to learn that not only is the school system's immersive language program highly successful, but also that Christine has been running it for 42 years! In fact, Christine is the first and only person to hold this position. The most visible flagship of the East Baton Rouge School System's foreign language track is FLAIM, or more formally, the Baton Rouge Foreign Language Academic Immersion Magnet, but world languages are offered at a large number of EBR public schools. Out to Lunch is recorded live over lunch at Mansurs on the Boulevard. You can find photos from this show by Erik Otts at itsbatonrouge.la.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lab community saves 25% off Ellen Cooney's book with code ONENIGHT25 through March 14, 2023. Order at http://bit.ly/3JqRR55. Join the Lab for a conversation with the author of this novel centered on the work of a chaplain and informed by Cooney's life. From the publisher: “I believe in expecting light. That's my job.” A hospital chaplain offers compassion to her patients over the course of an eventful night shift, and finds some for herself, too. The young interfaith chaplain is joined on her hospital rounds one night by an unusual companion: a rough-and-tumble dog who may or may not be a ghost. As she tends to the souls of her patients—young and old, living last moments or navigating fundamentally altered lives—their stories provide unexpected healing for her own heartbreak. Balancing wonder and mystery with pragmatism and humor, Ellen Cooney has written a generous, intelligent novel that grants the most challenging moments of the human experience a shimmer of light and magical possibility. Ellen Cooney was born in Clinton, Massachusetts in 1952. She is the author of ten novels, most recently One Night Two Souls Went Walking. Her short stories have appeared in The New Yorker, The Literary Review, New England Review, and many other journals, and were listed several times in Best American Short Stories. She has received fellowships in creative writing from the National Endowment for the Arts and the Massachusetts Artists Foundation. Now retired from over twenty-five years of teaching, she was a writer in residence at MIT, and also taught classes and workshops at Boston College, Harvard Extension School, the Seminars at Radcliffe, and Northeastern University, and as visiting writer at Holy Cross College and the University of Maine at Farmington. She left Massachusetts for midcoast Maine at the time of her teaching retirement, and writes full-time at her home on the Phippsburg peninsula. Her new novel, A Cowardly Woman No More, will be published in April by Coffee House Press.

Coach Chad O'Donnell, Today we are talking to Coach Chad O'Donnell. Coach Chad is the Founder and Director of Capital Elite Agency. I met Coach Chad when he was the Associate Head Coach for Coach Will Brown at Albany. At Albany, he helped the program win five America East Championships and thus, five NCAA Tournament appearances. And, I was instantly impressed -talk about a young coach who could flat out recruit! Coach Chad spent over 20 years as assistant basketball college coach at Bryant University, Holy Cross College, the College of Charleston, University of New Hampshire, Robert Morris University, and the University at Albany. As you soon will hear, Coach Chad attended Springfield College in Massachusetts and broke into coaching as an undergraduate. He was hired in his senior year of college as an assistant at Worcester State College. After transitioning out of college coaching, Coach Chad created his own agency to assist coaches. His goal six years ago was to help promote, advise, and prepare coaches to advance in their careers.  Capital Elite currently has over 80 clients at all different levels of college basketball. if you are looking for high-level thoughts on creating your own resume and preparing for your next interview, this is a MUST Listen. Follow Coach Chad O'Donnell  @chadeodonnell @CapEliteAgencyContact Coach Chad O'Donnell –  chad@capitaleliteagency.comFollow Tell Me Your Story Coach @CoachKevinDro

The co-hosts announce that the TSSM podcast, now posting our 146th episode, will begin a hiatus, but all programs and show notes will continue to be archived and accessible. This episode allows Dr. Paul Giesting and Bill Schmitt to look back on their four-and-a-half years of interviews and discussions seeking a greater synthesis of knowledge: an exploration of science and religion, philosophy and spirituality, neuroscience and quantum physics, policies and principles, history and the future, to better understand ourselves and the values and virtues in our lives. Our curiosity and concerns are grounded in our experiences as cradle Catholics, a confidence that faith and reason can grow together as essentials for problem-solving wisdom, and a desire to honor the Church a central source of guidance and continuing growth. Our first episode was posted on April 2, 2018, more than four-and-a-half years ago. We have welcomed a long list of well-known guests with expertise in a variety of fields, seizing the opportunity for rigorous but highly accessible, interdisciplinary and inspirational, conversations that transcend silos of specialization. We are grateful for the grand adventure of pursuing truth and reality, both visible and invisible, with the scholars and thought-leaders who shared their insights. That's So Second Millennium was the first podcast to provide structured news coverage and commentary on the conferences and lectures of the Society of Catholic Scientists, and we interviewed a number of SCS members. Both Paul and Bill have been members of the growing, international organization. Paul, who holds a PhD in Geology from the University of Notre Dame, presented a lecture on uranium and nuclear power at the SCS 2022 conference in Chicago. In this episode, we made references to Billy Joel's “We Didn't Start the Fire” and to “Sing God a Simple Song”—from Leonard Bernstein's We talked about Wyoming Catholic College, where Paul is on the faculty, and we talked Holy Cross College, where Bill taught as an adjunct professor for three semesters before moving from South Bend, IN, to Troy, NY, in 2022. Both solidly Catholic colleges, we agreed, excel in their efforts to integrate the different aspects of our humanity and the various forms of knowledge within the hearts and minds of students. Paul and Bill are inveterate Catholic communicators and educators. Learn more about Paul's background in teaching, consulting, and public service. Learn more about Bill's life as writer-editor, broadcaster-blogger, and author. Here are some of the people we have been privileged to interview: SCS president Stephen Barr; planetary scientist Jonathan Lunine; astrophysicist and astronomer Brother Guy Consolmagno, SJ; theologian Paul Seongh Chung; Magis Center president and EWTN series host Father Robert Spitzer, SJ; astrochemist Karin Oberg; neurobiologist Maureen Condic; speaker-evangelist Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers; pro-life experts Richard Doerflinger and Christopher Bell; geologist Anne Hofmeister; cybersecurity expert Michael Cloud; psychologist Darcia Narvaez; business professor-author Anjan Thakor; and soul and spiritual musician Micki Miller. Learn more about them in the show notes accompanying their TSSM episodes. Thanks also to our friend, composer and performer Vin Marquardt, for writing our podcast's closing theme for a long time, “Igneous Grok.”

Dr. O'Donnell earned his bachelor's degree from Holy Cross College and his Ph.D. in American history from Columbia. He is currently a history professor at Holy Cross, where he specializes in American and urban history. Dr. O'Donnell is the author of several books including "Henry George and the Crisis of Inequality," "Visions of America," and many more. He has had many appearances on TV and even has his own podcast, "In the Past Lane," where he explores history through interviews and featured pieces. Dr. Lough, who you may remember from our previous episode, earned her Ph.D. from Brandeis University in American history specializing in cultural, political, and social movements. Her dissertation was titled "The Last Tax: Henry George and the Social Politics of Land Reform." Dr. Lough is the former director of the Henry George Birthplace, Archive, and Historical Center. She is the author of "The Annotated Works of Henry George," a commentary on George's seminal works: "Social Problems" (1883) and "The Condition of Labor" (1891). Together, we discussed Henry George's political life and mayoral campaign, how George earned his working-class appeal, and how Henry George revolutionized and inspired the American progressive movement. To check out more of our content, including our research, visit our website: https://www.hgsss.org/

Dylan Campione & Matt Potter are joined by Chicago White Sox Pitcher & fellow Regis High School alum Declan Cronin as the guys discuss Declan's baseball journey. Starting from the upper gym on 85th street, to Holy Cross College, the MLB Draft and making his way through the minors. Hear what it's like from a players perspective on all aspects of the game. Finally, we wrap up with some Regis High School fun, talking about teachers that Dylan, Matt & Declan all had!! Thanks so much to Declan for hopping on with us, greatly appreciate the time, insight & laughs!    Great news! Side Retired is now partnered with Seatgeek! For all ticketing needs go to Seatgeek.com and use promo code SIDERETIREDPOD for $20 off your first order!  We've got you covered from all things ranging from sporting events to concerts including the Mets, Yankees & Big Time Rush. Yes, this means we are officially taking you out to the ballgame! And now today's episode of Side Retired! 

Paul and Bill spoke with Louis Albarran, associate professor of theology at Holy Cross College in Notre Dame, IN. Albarran holds a master's degree and a Ph.D. from the University of Dayton, and he specializes in the connection of religion, culture, and the physicality of devotional practices, with a focus on the Latino Catholic culture. Albarran spoke of the story of Our Lady of Guadalupe, as told by the Aztec people in their own language. The name of this narrative is Nican Mopohua. Albarran spoke of the Dayton school of thought regarding the meaning of Catholic devotions for culture. He referred to Thank You, St. Jude, written by Robert Orsi. [Paul cannot help adding a reference to St. Jude by Brian Setzer.] Currently reading: Making Culture by Andy Crouch. The annual “Saints and Scholars” summer program for high school students on the Holy Cross College campus is directed by Albarran. Peter Kreeft and Christopher Baglow offer notable perspectives on the compatibility of science and religion. Holy Cross College's Moreau College Initiative grants degrees to prisoners. William Cavanaugh wrote about the wars of religion and the rise of the nation-state. Peter Kreeft wrote a condensed Catholic catechism. Kenneth Miller wrote Finding Darwin's God. Aldous Huxley wrote Brave New World.

In this episode, Paul and Bill situate themselves geographically, updating each other on their latest activities and changes in locale. Paul is on a medical mission to Billings, Montana, at the moment. Bill has moved from South Bend, where he was an adjunct professor at Holy Cross College, to Troy, NY, the hometown of his wife. Uranium mining is on Paul's mind during his brief departure from Wyoming Catholic College in the small town of Lander. As a PhD geologist, Paul will make a presentation on the modern-day considerations of uranium mining and nuclear power at the 2022 conference of the Society of Catholic Scientists. The conference will be held on the first weekend of June at Mundelein Seminary near Chicago. (Brother Guy Consolmagno, SJ, a consecrated brother in the Jesuits and a distinguished astronomer, will be honored by the SCS this year with its St. Albert the Great Award.) The inconveniences of uranium, says Paul, who has studied it since his graduate studies at the University of Notre Dame, stem from its undeniable value for power generation—and some characteristics he described as compellingly “weird.” He takes us on a professor's tour of the periodic table and the uranium mining regions near his campus. Kazakhstan and Russia are key sources of uranium. In-situ leaching is a growing source for uranium elsewhere in the world, including in the US. Every state regulates uranium and any mining activities. For example, Texas has a Commission on Environmental Quality. There is a complex history of regulation of uranium and nuclear energy at both the state and federal levels. Paul referred to Bill's membership in the international Secular Franciscan Order. Paul offers a survey of opinions and alternatives in energy policy for the Earth. For a very recent and well-informed video treatment of sustainable energy choices for the future, see “Can We Cool the Planet?” at PBS's NOVA series website. India is probing possibilities for thorium as a source of nuclear energy. China is staking much of its energy future on nuclear power. In the US and elsewhere, politicians must get more serious about addressing crucial, conflict-ridden challenges, such as the storage and reprocessing of uranium. A note: Paul recommends the episodes on Nietzsche and Epicurean philosophy from the “Food 4 Thought” podcast, presented by Jonathan Kutz, which covers philosophy and science from Christian perspective. It's a natural for fans of “That's So Second Millennium.” You can access “Food 4 Thought” on several platforms, including Anchor and Audible. Cover photo: Yellow needle-like crystals of studtite ([(UO2)(O2)(H2O)2] · H2O) on flat orange crystals of becquerelite (Ca(UO2)6O4(OH)6 · 8H2O). Ex Gilbert Gauthier, via Adriana & Renato Pagano. Collection and photo by Gianfranco Ciccolini, as seen at mindat.org.

So, in just a few days, we'll be celebrating St. Patrick's Day. And in honor of that day when we tend to celebrate Irish culture and all things Irish, I wanted to talk today about “Luck.” That might seem a little ‘out there' when talking about career but hang with me because I'm going to talk about what it means to have “The Luck Factor” and four principles you can use to apply this to your own career and life.You've probably heard the term “Luck of the Irish.” I did a little research on that term because I always thought it referred to the good fortune of the people of Ireland. But, according to Edward T. O'Donnell, a profession of history at Holy Cross College and author of 1001 Things Everyone Should know about Irish American History, the phrase *isn't* about that.The phrase Luck of the Irish was coined in the late 19th century during the gold and silver rush years in the U.S. Apparently, some of the most famous and successful miners were of Irish and Irish American birth. Mining – especially in those days – was highly speculative and of course, many speculators flamed out. But many of those of Irish descent seemed to have an intuitive knack for it. And over time, the association between success and Irish became known as “Luck of the Irish.”But we're not going to talk about mining or celebrating Irish Culture on today's episode. Instead, we're going to talk about how to be luckier as it relates to your career and life. And how anyone can follow four principles to learn *how* to be luckier. So, pour yourself an Irish Coffee or a glass of green beer, and let's dive in.Now, I want to begin by asking you a few questions when it comes to luck in your career or life.·         Have you ever wondered why opportunity seems to chase some people down while others struggle to get ahead?·         Have you ever wondered why some people seem to race up the corporate ladder while others, just as talented or maybe even more talented, struggle?·         Have you ever wondered why some people go from miserable job to miserable job (or relationship to relationship) while others find themselves making decisions that better serve them?·         Is luck random? Or do you believe anyone can learn to be luckier?Well, according to Richard Wiseman, a professor of psychology in Britain, who wrote a book called The Luck Factor, there are indeed people who are luckier in life but it's not a random thing. He says that lucky people tend to take advantage of life's good breaks while minimizing the effects of bad breaks.And he should know because his observation came from a study of hundreds of people – both lucky and unlucky – that he did over a decade. From that study, he developed four psychological principles used by lucky people to create their good fortune. And these are principles any of us can learn and put into practice.From that study he hypothesized that lucky people invest themselves in a wide array of activities, which means they then have a greater potential for more experiences, more connections with people and therefore, more chances to experience good luck.Join us for this episode to learn practical ways to bring more good fortune into your life. 

Mike Hayes is the former Commanding Officer of SEAL Team TWO, leading a two thousand–person Special Operations Task Force in Southeastern Afghanistan. In addition to a twenty-year career as a SEAL, Mike was a White House Fellow, served two years as Director of Defense Policy and Strategy at the National Security Council, and has worked directly with both Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama. Beyond his military and governmental service, Mike is currently the Chief Digital Transformation Officer at VMware. He joined VMware in October 2020, and leads the company's worldwide business operations and the acceleration of the company's SaaS transition. Previously, he was SVP and Head of Strategic Operations at Cognizant Technology. Mike also served in Chief of Staff and COO roles at Bridgewater Associates, the world's largest and most successful hedge fund. Mike holds an M.A. in Public Policy from Harvard's John F. Kennedy School of Government and received his B.A. from Holy Cross College. His military decorations include the Bronze Star for valor in combat in Iraq, a Bronze Star for Afghanistan, and the Defense Superior Service Medal from the White House. Hayes is a lifetime member of the Council on Foreign Relations, a member of the board of directors of Immuta, a data governance company, and of the National Medal of Honor Museum, and a senior advisor to Inherent Group, an impact investment firm.

Paul and Bill discussed computer education and cyber-security with Matthew Cloud, professor of the practice in the computer science program at Holy Cross College in Notre Dame, IN. Cloud has extensive experience in education, not only through classroom teaching at schools including Indiana's Ivy Tech network of community colleges, but also through project management, curriculum development, and strategic collaborations with other a range of colleges and universities. Cloud holds a bachelor's degree from Texas A&M University and a master's degree in biomedical engineering granted jointly by the University of Texas and the UT Southwestern Medical Center. He is working within the Holy Cross College science department to grow a distinctive undergraduate program in computer science. Through a different understanding of essential skills and characteristics, such a program could increase access to meaningful information technology careers among students with more diverse backgrounds of knowledge, training, interests, socio-economic resources, etc. Increasing the access to such positions offers advantages to the students, to companies with growing IT and cybersecurity needs, and to the safety and sustainability of societies. You can go to cyberseek.org and get the latest estimates of how many US cybersecurity jobs are currently open, waiting for applicants. Prof. Cloud says that number has been hovering around 500,000. One of the multi-school projects he is helping to lead is funded by a grant from the National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity. His focus on a win-win balance between the demand for tomorrow's computing/AI/cybersecurity/data science professionals and the supply of motivated, well-trained students pursuing these fields takes the form of several partnerships funded by prestigious grants. The goal of attracting more US students, of all backgrounds, into computer-related studies, whether they be focused on engineering or on different fields of study (including the liberal arts, philosophy, and more), is being pursued by many institutions. You can visit http://code.org to see one approach for encouraging young people to consider a computer-related career.

The pandemic has intensified many of the challenges facing contact center managers.  Join Bruce Belfiore as he interviews Bob Kobek of Mobius SVP for a lively episode of CallTalk centered on issues of worker recruitment and attrition and other remote management challenges in this new age of at-home workforces.     Guest: Robert Kobek | CustomerCount Prior to forming Mobius Vendor Partners in October of 1999, Mr. Kobek spent more than 30 years in the direct marketing industry and government. Specializing in the design, implementation and marketing of products and services, Bob has designed more than 150 outbound telemarketing, inbound customer service and order processing operations and interactive information systems. In 2007 Bob and Mobius launched CustomerCount℠, a cloud-based survey solution providing intuitive real-time reporting, designed for the contacy center industry. Mr. Kobek is a member of the American Resort Development Association and sits on numerous committees. He is a board member of PACE and serves as the chair of the Government Affairs committee. He attended Holy Cross College at Notre Dame, Indiana and Indiana University.

Mike Hayes is the former Commanding Officer of SEAL Team TWO, leading a two thousand-person Special Operations Task Force in Southeastern Afghanistan. In addition to a twenty-year career as a SEAL, Mike was a White House Fellow, served two years as Director of Defense Policy and Strategy at the National Security Council, and has worked directly with both Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama.  More About Mike Hayes: Beyond his military and governmental service, Mike is currently the Chief Digital Transformation Officer at VMware. He joined VMware in October 2020, and leads the company's worldwide business operations and the acceleration of the company's SaaS transition. Previously, he was SVP and Head of Strategic Operations at Cognizant Technology. Mike also served in Chief of Staff and COO roles at Bridgewater Associates, the world's largest and most successful hedge fund.  Mike holds an M.A. in Public Policy from Harvard's John F. Kennedy School of Government and received his B.A. from Holy Cross College. His military decorations include the Bronze Star for valor in combat in Iraq, a Bronze Star for Afghanistan, and the Defense Superior Service Medal from the White House. Hayes is a lifetime member of the Council on Foreign Relations, a member of the board of directors of Immuta, a data governance company, and of the National Medal of Honor Museum, and a senior advisor to Inherent Group, an impact investment firm. He lives in Westport, Connecticut with his wife and daughter.  Topics Discussed: * What made Mike decide to become a Navy SEAL * What lesson did he carry from being a Navy SEAL into civilian life * Why he didn't want to write Never Enough, but had to * Why you need to be a good follower and a good leader  * What does he mean by: achieving excellence in knowledge and capacity * Why making yourself uncomfortable is the key to success * How to find your meaning as an individual * What is the 1162 Foundation and what does it do Episode Resources: * Buy Mike's Book Never Enough Here: https://amzn.to/3zVeeIq * The Simple Life Website: https://www.thesimplelifenow.com  *Make sure to signup and be a member of The Simple Life Insider's Circle at: https://www.thesimplelifenow.com/the-simple-life/

Mike Hayes is the former Commanding Officer of SEAL Team TWO, leading a two thousand-person Special Operations Task Force in Southeastern Afghanistan. In addition to a twenty-year career as a SEAL, Mike was a White House Fellow, served two years as Director of Defense Policy and Strategy at the National Security Council, and has worked directly with both Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama.  More About Mike Hayes: Beyond his military and governmental service, Mike is currently the Chief Digital Transformation Officer at VMware. He joined VMware in October 2020, and leads the company's worldwide business operations and the acceleration of the company's SaaS transition. Previously, he was SVP and Head of Strategic Operations at Cognizant Technology. Mike also served in Chief of Staff and COO roles at Bridgewater Associates, the world's largest and most successful hedge fund.  Mike holds an M.A. in Public Policy from Harvard's John F. Kennedy School of Government and received his B.A. from Holy Cross College. His military decorations include the Bronze Star for valor in combat in Iraq, a Bronze Star for Afghanistan, and the Defense Superior Service Medal from the White House. Hayes is a lifetime member of the Council on Foreign Relations, a member of the board of directors of Immuta, a data governance company, and of the National Medal of Honor Museum, and a senior advisor to Inherent Group, an impact investment firm. He lives in Westport, Connecticut with his wife and daughter.  Topics Discussed: * What made Mike decide to become a Navy SEAL * What lesson did he carry from being a Navy SEAL into civilian life * Why he didn't want to write Never Enough, but had to * Why you need to be a good follower and a good leader  * What does he mean by: achieving excellence in knowledge and capacity * Why making yourself uncomfortable is the key to success * How to find your meaning as an individual * What is the 1162 Foundation and what does it do Episode Resources: * Buy Mike's Book Never Enough Here: https://amzn.to/3zVeeIq * The Simple Life Website: https://thesimplelifenow.com  *Make sure to signup and be a member of The Simple Life Insider's Circle at: https://thesimplelifenow.com/the-simple-life/

You're listening to the Westerly Sun's podcast, where we talk about the best local events, new job postings, obituaries, and more. First, a bit of Rhode Island trivia. Today's trivia is brought to you by Perennial. Perennial's new plant-based drink “Daily Gut & Brain” is a blend of easily digestible nutrients crafted for gut and brain health. A convenient mini-meal, Daily Gut & Brain” is available now at the CVS Pharmacy in Wakefield. Now for some trivia. Did you know that Rhode Island native Elizabeth Lyon Beisel is an American competition swimmer who specializes in backstroke and individual medley events? Beisel placed second in the 400m individual medley at the 2016 US Olympic Swimming Trials, qualifying for her third Olympic team. She has won a total of nine medals in major international competition, four gold, one silver, and four bronze spanning the Olympics, World Aquatics, and the Pan Pacific championships. Beisel competed in the 200-meter backstroke and 400-meter individual medley events at the 2008 Summer Olympics, placing fifth and fourth, respectively, in the world. She won the silver medal in the 400-meter individual medley and bronze in the 200-meter backstroke at the 2012 Summer Olympics. On Thursday, September 9th, Beisel will attempt to be the first woman to ever swim to Block Island. The 20km swim will raise funds for cancer research and clinical trials. You can join the after party at Ballards. Now for our feature story: As the pandemic progresses, deaths are almost entirely amongst those who have not yet gotten vaccinated. The Westerly Education Center will hold COVID-19 vaccination clinics on TODAY on Tuesday, Sept. 7, Tuesday, Sept. 28, and Tuesday, Oct. 19, from 3 to 6 p.m. The vaccines are free and available to the public. Per current guidelines, anyone aged 12 and older may be vaccinated as well as vaccinated people eligible for a booster. The clinics are made possible through Rhode Island Department of Health, the Town of Westerly, and Westerly Public Schools. To book a vaccine appointment, visit www.qrco.de/Westerly97 .For more information about vaccination, COVID, testing and prevention, visit covid.ri.gov. For more about the coronavirus pandemic and the latest on all things in and around Westerly, head over to westerlysun.com. There are a lot of businesses in our community that are hiring right now, so we're excited to tell you about some new job listings. Today's Job posting comes from Crimmins Residential Staffing in Westerly. A couple in Watch Hill is looking for a part-time housekeeper. Pay is $35 per hour and you'll work there 3 days per week in season and one day per week during the off-season. For more job requirements, check out the link in the description: https://www.indeed.com/jobs?l=Westerly%2C%20RI&mna=5&aceid&gclid=Cj0KCQjwpf2IBhDkARIsAGVo0D2S3gEb-328GyRpBuTTeeKPdn3-klOh0KYAsfete6MEZmI5S4qTg-4aAnQkEALw_wcB&vjk=028da372fc87d663 Today we're remembering the life of John Charles Bianchi, Jr. who passed away at his home in Ft. Myers. He was born in 1935 and graduated from Stonington High School, Holy Cross College and attended Northwestern University. He married Mary Susan Nardone (Pinky) on June 13, 1959, in Westerly, RI. John was owner and President of Eastprint Incorporated in North Andover since 1978. He was an Eagle Scout in his younger years and an avid golfer at Nashua Country Club and at Kelly Greens Country Club in Ft. Myers. He served as past president of the Greater Nashua Youth Hockey Association and was instrumental in getting the Nashua Garden up and running. He also served as president of the Lanam Club, a business and social club in Andover. Besides golfing in his retirement, he enjoyed traveling with Pinky to places like Alaska and river boat cruises in Europe. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren along with his beloved dog Sandy.  John was very social and fun as he never failed to make people laugh with a clever, quick-witted remark. He also had a nickname for many that he interacted with. He will be missed by all those that had a chance to know him. He is survived by his wife, his sister, his children, his grandchildren and his great-grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association in John's memory. A celebration of life is expected in the coming months in Nashua. Thank you for taking a moment with us today to remember and celebrate John's life. That's it for today, we'll be back next time with more! Also, remember to check out our sponsor Perennial, Daily Gut & Brain, available at the CVS on Main St. in Wakefield! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stand Up is a daily podcast. I book,host,edit, post and promote new episodes with brilliant guests every week day. Please subscribe now for as little as 5$ and gain access to a community of almost 800 awesome, curious, kind, funny, brilliant, generous soul. sign up now and join us every Thursday night for a virtual happy hour. Now on to today's show notes Anushay Hossain is a journalist and political analyst whose work is featured on CNN, MSNBC, PBS, and more. Her writings on politics, gender, race, immigration, and being Muslim in America are published on Forbes, CNN, The Daily Beast, and Medium. She is also the host of the Spilling Chai podcast. Anushay is the Washington Correspondent for the Daily Ittefaq where she pens a political column for the iconic Bangladeshi newspaper, providing in-depth analysis on the latest from Capitol Hill. She guest-hosted Al-Jazeera English's (AJE), “The Stream” from 2012-2013 and is a panelist on PBS' feminist news-analysis program, “To The Contrary.” Anushay completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Virginia (UVA) and has a Master's degree from the University of Sussex. A passionate linguist, she studied Italian while living in Rome and is fluent in five languages. Anushay is married and lives in Washington, DC with her husband and two children. She is currently writing a book about the crisis of women's health in America. Mike Hayes has lived a lifetime of once-in-a-lifetime experiences. He has been held at gunpoint and threatened with execution. He's jumped out of a building rigged to explode, helped amputate a teammate's leg, and made countless split-second life-and-death decisions. He's written countless emails to his family, telling them how much he loves them, just in case those were the last words of his they'd ever read. Outside of the SEALs, he's run meetings in the White House Situation Room, negotiated international arms treaties, and developed high-impact corporate strategies. Over his many years of leadership, he has always strived to be better, to contribute more, and to put others first. That's what makes him an effective leader, and it's the quality that he's identified in all of the great leaders he's encountered. That continual striving to lift those around him has filled Mike's life with meaning and purpose, has made him secure in the knowledge that he brings his best to everything he does, and has made him someone others can rely on. In Never Enough, Mike Hayes recounts dramatic stories and offers battle- and boardroom-tested advice that will motivate readers to do work of value, live lives of purpose, and stretch themselves to reach their highest potential Mike is the former Commanding Officer of SEAL Team TWO, leading a two thousand–person Special Operations Task Force in Southeastern Afghanistan. In addition to a twenty-year career as a SEAL, Mike was a White House Fellow, served two years as Director of Defense Policy and Strategy at the National Security Council, and has worked directly with both Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama. Beyond his military and governmental service, Mike is currently the Chief Digital Transformation Officer at VMware. He joined VMware in October 2020, and leads the company's worldwide business operations and the acceleration of the company's SaaS transition. Previously, he was SVP and Head of Strategic Operations at Cognizant Technology. Mike also served in Chief of Staff and COO roles at Bridgewater Associates, the world's largest and most successful hedge fund. Mike holds an M.A. in Public Policy from Harvard's John F. Kennedy School of Government and received his B.A. from Holy Cross College. His military decorations include the Bronze Star for valor in combat in Iraq, a Bronze Star for Afghanistan, and the Defense Superior Service Medal from the White House. Hayes is a lifetime member of the Council on Foreign Relations, a member of the board of directors of Immuta, a data governance company, and of the National Medal of Honor Museum, and a senior advisor to Inherent Group, an impact investment firm. He lives in Westport, Connecticut with his wife and daughter. Pete on YouTube Pete on Twitter Pete On Instagram Pete Personal FB page Stand Up with Pete FB page

Bill Pratt is not only a Business and Money Coach, but also a Business Professor at Ivy Tech Community College and an adjunct professor at Holy Cross College and Saint Mary's College. He teaches finance, economics, marketing, and business courses. Bill speaks on topics related to business and personal finance across the country, can be seen on television as a subject matter expert, and is the author of multiple books including a college textbook. Bill was formerly a Vice President at Citigroup and was an economist for the U.S. Federal Government. He left the financial industry to focus on helping others become personally and financially success. He lives in Niles, MI with his wife and their pets. While teaching at East Carolina University, Bill co-founded The Money Professors with two of his colleagues to provide financial education. He has partnered with various non-profit organizations, and designed and wrote the curriculum for a personal finance certification course. www.billprattcoaching.com

In the third installment of our series on war and memory we speak with American academic and Vietnam veteran Jerry Lembcke on how resistance to the conflict in South East Asia was framed during the 1960s and 70s. The discussion focuses on two key positions in Jerry's work: stab in the back theory and the pathologising of dissent through the coining of post-traumatic stress disorder. He unpacks how in the former, mysogny was used to paint anti-war activists as weak and effeminate against the strength and heroic resolve of the troops; whilst in the latter, the critical voices of veterans returning from the conflict were explained as the product of mental health rather than a form of resistance to the war. Jerry Lembcke is  Associate Professor Emeritus at Holy Cross College in Worcester, Massachusetts and the author of eight books, including The Spitting Image: Myth, Memory, and the Legacy of Vietnam, CNN's Tailwind: Inside Vietnam's Last Great Myth, and Hanoi Jane: War, Sex, and Fantasies of Betrayal. His opinion pieces have appeared in the New York Times, Boston Globe, San Francisco Chronicle, and The Chronicle of Higher Education. He has been a guest on several NPR programs including On the Media. You can find out more on Jerry's amazing work here.Music by Esion Noise. We would also like to thank Jacob over at Liverpool Podcast Studios. Support the show (https://www.forceswatch.net/support-our-work)

Communication, the Media, and Journalistic Responsibility - On this segment of Faith in Action, co-hosts Jim Ganley and Brigid Ayer are joined by William Schmitt, a journalist, author, and adjunct faculty member at Holy Cross College, to talk about modern journalism. They discuss how journalism has changed over time, journalistic transparency, and how you can be more attuned with your news sources. To connect with Schmitt, his blog is called OnWord and the website is https://onword.net/

Doug Keck returns with "EWTN's Inside Word." William Schmitt with Holy Cross College talks about World Communications Day.

Apple Teacher and SeeSaw Amabassdor, Courtney George, has a discussion with Ryan Shelton about all things Digital Technology. Courtney, who is a Learning Innovator at Holy Cross College, is passionate that it is the responsibility of all people to leverage digital technologies in the classroom.

Stand Up is a daily podcast. I book,host,edit, post and promote new episodes with brilliant guests every day. I have one sponsor which is an awesome nonprofit GiveWell.org/StandUp for more but Please subscribe now for as little as 5$ and gain access to a community of over 800 awesome, curious, kind, funny, brilliant, generous souls. Mike Hayes has lived a lifetime of once-in-a-lifetime experiences. He has been held at gunpoint and threatened with execution. He’s jumped out of a building rigged to explode, helped amputate a teammate’s leg, and made countless split-second life-and-death decisions. He’s written countless emails to his family, telling them how much he loves them, just in case those were the last words of his they’d ever read. Outside of the SEALs, he’s run meetings in the White House Situation Room, negotiated international arms treaties, and developed high-impact corporate strategies. Over his many years of leadership, he has always strived to be better, to contribute more, and to put others first. That’s what makes him an effective leader, and it’s the quality that he’s identified in all of the great leaders he’s encountered. That continual striving to lift those around him has filled Mike’s life with meaning and purpose, has made him secure in the knowledge that he brings his best to everything he does, and has made him someone others can rely on. In Never Enough, Mike Hayes recounts dramatic stories and offers battle- and boardroom-tested advice that will motivate readers to do work of value, live lives of purpose, and stretch themselves to reach their highest potential. Mike Hayes is the former Commanding Officer of SEAL Team TWO, leading a two thousand–person Special Operations Task Force in Southeastern Afghanistan. In addition to a twenty-year career as a SEAL, Mike was a White House Fellow, served two years as Director of Defense Policy and Strategy at the National Security Council, and has worked directly with both Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama. Beyond his military and governmental service, Mike is currently the Chief Digital Transformation Officer at VMware. He joined VMware in October 2020, and leads the company’s worldwide business operations and the acceleration of the company’s SaaS transition. Previously, he was SVP and Head of Strategic Operations at Cognizant Technology. Mike also served in Chief of Staff and COO roles at Bridgewater Associates, the world’s largest and most successful hedge fund. Mike holds an M.A. in Public Policy from Harvard’s John F. Kennedy School of Government and received his B.A. from Holy Cross College. His military decorations include the Bronze Star for valor in combat in Iraq, a Bronze Star for Afghanistan, and the Defense Superior Service Medal from the White House. Hayes is a lifetime member of the Council on Foreign Relations, a member of the board of directors of Immuta, a data governance company, and of the National Medal of Honor Museum, and a senior advisor to Inherent Group, an impact investment firm. He lives in Westport, Connecticut with his wife and daughter. Pete on YouTube Pete on Twitter Pete On Instagram Pete Personal FB page Stand Up with Pete FB page

Ryan Shelton is flying solo for this week's episode of Talking about Pedagogy. After numerous questions about how Holy Cross College embeds its school wide pedagogical practice model, Ryan talks though a number of elements that facilitate a College culture of living the Vision for Learning. Check out the Holy Cross College Vision for Learning here: https://www.holycross.wa.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Vision-for-Learning.pdf

This week's episode was recorded live at Holy Cross College's Staff Professional Development Day. This episode captures the reflections of staff as they delve into Michael Fullan's 6Cs. Our staff captured better ways to embed the 6Cs into their practice and, how to build entrepreneurial qualities in our students. An outline of the PD Day can be found here: https://www.holycross.wa.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Professional-Learning-Day-February-2021-PUBLISH.pdf

Peter is an attorney, practice broker, practice valuation specialist, consultant, author, and lecturer. With over 30 years’ experience, he and his associates have participated in over 3,000 practice transitions. Peter has also been qualified as an expert witness and given testimony respecting valuation issues. Peter holds a Doctor of Laws degree from Cornell University School of Law, and is a graduate of Holy Cross College, Magna Cum Laude. He has been a guest lecturer at dental schools and dental conventions throughout the United States. Join the community on Dentaltown at https://www.dentaltown.com

Kristina Kotlus is the author of "I Quit: Facing Cancer with Faith, Family & Friends" (Morgan James Publishing, 2020) and the host of the "Y'all Should Be Friends" podcast. Kristina is a two-time cancer survivor—she was first diagnosed with brain cancer at age 28 and "relapsed" four years later when it had metastasized to her spine. She has a degree in Comparative Religion from George Mason University by way of Holy Cross College. Her writing has been published in numerous magazines and newspapers, as well as on her own website, PwcMoms. Kristina was recognized as Blogger of the Year in Northern Virginia, 40 Under 40 in Northern Virginia, and an Influential Woman in Prince William County, Virginia. She currently resides in Manassas, Virginia, with her husband and three children, whom she homeschools. www.kristinakotlus.com Episode brought to you by: www.integratedbraincenters.com

This week we sat down with Keyshawn O'Connell—a recent college grad from College of the Holy Cross—who talked to us about some of his experiences growing up in Worcester, attending the public schools, and getting involved with programs like Recreation Worcester, Dynamy Youth Academy (Upward Bound), and Bottom line. Keyshawn shares his thoughts on how we might strengthen educational spaces for youth including increasing teacher diversity and giving young people a voice at the table.More on Recreation Worcester.More on Dynamy. More on Upward Bound.

On the heels of the first presidential debate, Bishop talks about a nation divided. He gave a speech at Holy Cross College last week called “Faithful Citizenship in a Divided Nation: The Political Responsibility of Catholics.” Hear a summary of that speech on this episode…including the importance of not only voting but trying to positively impact our culture in other ways too ..like keeping dialogue constructive and calm rather than destructive and polarizing. If you have a question for Bishop to answer, submit it at Redeemer-Radio-dot-com-slash-Ask-Bishop. —— Truth in Charity is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union. —— Live: www.redeemerradio.com Follow us on social media: www.Facebook.com/RedeemerRadio www.Twitter.com/RedeemerRadio www.Instagram.com/Instagram Submit your question(s): Call / Text (Holy Cross College text line) – 260-436-9598 Online – www.RedeemerRadio.com/AskBishop E-mail – AskBishop@RedeemerRadio.com Subscribe to the Podcast: iTunes | Google Play | SoundCloud | RSS

Martín Espada was born in Brooklyn, New York in 1957. He has published more than twenty books as a poet, editor, essayist and translator. His forthcoming book of poems from Norton is called Floaters.Other books of poems include Vivas to Those Who Have Failed (2016), The Trouble Ball (2011), The Republic of Poetry (2006), Alabanza (2003), A Mayan Astronomer in Hell’s Kitchen (2000), Imagine the Angels of Bread (1996), City of Coughing and Dead Radiators (1993) and Rebellion is the Circle of a Lover’s Hands (1990). He is the editor of What Saves Us: Poems of Empathy and Outrage in the Age of Trump (2019). His many honors include the Ruth Lilly Poetry Prize, the Shelley Memorial Award, the Robert Creeley Award, the National Hispanic Cultural Center Literary Award, an American Book Award, an Academy of American Poets Fellowship, the PEN/Revson Fellowship and a Guggenheim Fellowship. The Republic of Poetry was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize. His book of essays and poems, Zapata’s Disciple (1998), was banned in Tucson as part of the Mexican-American Studies Program outlawed by the state of Arizona, and reissued by Northwestern University Press. A former tenant lawyer, Espada is a professor of English at the University of Massachusetts-Amherst. Learn more about Mr. Espada here: http://www.martinespada.net/and here: https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poets/martin-espada Special thanks to Robin Van Westerlaak and Alan's Breakfastfor generously providing the song Allt I Lagi for Martín Espada's episode.Learn more about Alan's Breakfast here:https://www.instagram.com/alansbreakfastofficial/?hl=nlhttps://open.spotify.com/album/1jqYR7zDWrKY4CTex0rEMZ?si=2uFt231gRDO5OxeXhG6qLgMix: Rogier Trompwww.rogiertromp.nl True North World Podcast is a division of MAKER MAGAZINE | PODCASTLearn more about MAKER hereFollow True North World Podcast on InstagramTrue North World Podcast is produced by Orlando H. Jousset: Instagram

Today's podcast is a "Care Collaboration" conversation between a Medical Doctor and a Doctor of Pharmacy, the two most powerful providers in healthcare working together with the patient's health at the center of their focus.  Thank you to medication adherence technology leaders RxSafe for sponsoring this discussion. Learn more about the innovative technologies at RxSafe.com  About Ghada Zuhair Abukuwaik, PharmD Ghada Zuhair Abukuwaik, PharmD  is the President of CureMed Pharmacy. Ghada is a clinical pharmacist who exemplifies experience and expertise, working for over two decades internationally while holding several managerial positions in both pharmacy and hospital backgrounds. Ghada also holds a certificate of pharmacology, working as a team with doctors to consult on dosage, drug interaction and ultimately helping to launch new drugs into the market. About Dr Tom Sullivan:  Thomas E. Sullivan, M.D is a board-certified specialist in cardiology and internal medicine with over 40 years of clinical practice. He currently works for DrFirst and sees patients part time in Massachusetts. Dr. Sullivan’s expertise in the application of information technology to health care has helped to create an international standard (ASTM) for the exchange of medical record information called the Continuity of Care Record (CCR). With AMA, he was founding chair of their e-Medicine Advisory Committee, worked with the Physician Consortium for Performance Improvement, represented the AMA and helped create the Physician EHR Coalition and is past chair of the AMA Council on Medical Service. Dr. Sullivan is the physician author of the TEPR Clinical Documentation Challenge. He received the Massachusetts Health Data Consortium’s annual “Investing in Information” award and the Essex County Medical Society “Lifetime Achievement Award” in 2010. He gave Congressional testimony on the impact and value of e-prescribing, and since 2004 has been on the senior management team at DrFirst. DrFirst has been a national pioneer in DEA sanctioned e-prescribing of controlled substances. He is also helping the US Dept. of Commerce as the current Chair of the Healthcare Industry Committee that deals with emerging strategies for “Trusted Identities in Cyberspace.” Dr. Sullivan graduated from Holy Cross College with an AB in French, having spent a year at the Sorbonne. Pre-med studies were pursued at Harvard and Columbia, and he received his MD from Jefferson in Philadelphia. Dr. Sullivan pursued his Internal Medicine and Cardiology training at St Vincent’s in New York and Tufts New England Medical Center in Boston. He also served in the US Navy as LCDR at the Naval Hospital in Boston/Chelsea during the Vietnam era.

David Horowitz and Walter Block debate the motion: Reparations for Slavery are Unjustified. David Horowitz was one of the founders of the New Left in the 1960s and an editor of its largest magazine, Ramparts. Horowitz is founder of the David Horowitz Freedom Center (formerly the Center for the Study of Popular Culture) and author of many books and pamphlets published over the last twenty years.  Horowitz has devoted much of his attention over the past several years to the radicalization of the American university In 2003, he launched an academic freedom campaign to return the American university to traditional principles of open inquiry and to halt indoctrination in the classroom. To further these goals he devised an Academic Bill of Rights to protect students from abusive professors. In the same year Horowitz founded Students for Academic Freedom (SAF), with chapters on 200 college campuses.  Walter Block is the Harold E. Wirth Eminent Scholar Endowed Chair in Economics at Loyola University. He is also an Adjunct Scholar at the Mises Institute and the Hoover Institute. He has previously taught at the University of Central Arkansas, Holy Cross College, Baruch (C.U.N.Y.) and Rutgers Universities. He earned a B.A. in philosophy from Brooklyn College (C.U.N.Y.) in 1964 and a Ph.D. degree in economics from Columbia University in 1972. Block has contributed over 300 articles and reviews to scholarly refereed journals such as the Journal of Libertarian Studies; the Quarterly Journal of Austrian Economics; the Review of Austrian Economics; the American Journal of Economics and Sociology; the Journal of Labor Economics; and Public Choice and has written over one thousand op ed articles, newspaper columns, chapters in books, etc. He also gives numerous speeches to civic and educational institutions and appears regularly on television and radio. Block has encouraged the publication of his students, many in refereed journals, and has co-authored many articles with them that started out as term papers for his courses.

Chris Calogero confesses the story of how he punched a window on a trip to visit his friend's college and was subsequently banned from the campus. We talk about what it was like partying before smart phones and play a game that's a twist on movie plot twists. Chris Calogero is a standup comedian in New York and was recently featured in NY Times as a comic to watch during quarantine for his unique character videos on Twitter. Follow him at @realchriscal.

On this edition of Parallax Views, Academy Award winning actress Jane Fonda made news recently for endorsing endorsing Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders' bid for the Democratic Party's Presidential nomination ahead of the 2020 Election. And with this news came a ghost that has been haunting Fonda for decades: the accusation that the Hollywood star betrayed American troops in the Vietnam War. In the waning years of that conflict Fonda became an outspoken antiwar activist whose efforts culminated in an infamous visit to Vietnam's capitol, Hanoi, that remains a point of heated controversy for many Americans. During this trip the actress cavorted with the Vietnamese, was granted a  tour of POW camps, and participated in broadcasts from Radio Hanoi pleading with U.S. servicemen to stop the bombings. As a result, Fonda gained the scorn-ridden nickname "Hanoi Jane" and the ire of many Americans, including Vietnam War veterans, who've come to see her as a traitor to the U.S. states military and its troops.Dr. Jerry Lembcke, a retired professor of Sociology at Holy Cross College and a Vietnam War Veteran himself, however, controversially argues that there's a gap between Jane Fonda the human being and what he argues is the myth of Hanoi Jane is his book Hanoi Jane: War, Sex, and Fantasies of Betrayal (University of Massachusetts Press; 2010). Furthermore, Lembcke has made the case that the story of the traitorous Hanoi Jane is but one piece of a broader American mythology pertaining to the Vietnam War. Specifically, Lembcke persuasively questioned the popular notion that veterans returning from the war were spat upon by disrespectful antiwar protesters in his meticulously researched The Spitting Image: Myth, Memory, and the Legacy of Vietnam (NYU Press; 1998). If Lembcke is correct, why do such myths arise and what purpose do they serve for America's collective psyche? Jerry Lembecke joins us to on this edition of the program to answer those questions and lay out what he considers the myths of the Vietnam War in what is sure to be one of the most thought-provoking and controversial conversations featured on Parallax Views to date. Additionally, Jerry tells us about his experience in Vietnam and what drove him to investigate these matters. All that and more on this edition of Parallax Views. SUPPORT PARALLAX VIEWSON PATREON! FORBONUS CONTENTANDARCHIVED EPISODES!

Why You Should Listen: In this episode, you will learn strategies for Preventing Lyme and Other Tick-Borne Diseases. About My Guest: My guest for this episode is Dr. Alexis Chesney. Alexis Chesney MS, ND, LAc is a naturopathic physician and acupuncturist specializing in Lyme and other tick-borne diseases. Originally from New York, Dr. Chesney received a BA from Holy Cross College in Worcester, Massachusetts. She earned a Masters in Science in acupuncture from the University of Bridgeport Acupuncture Institute and a doctorate in naturopathic medicine from the University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine in Connecticut. She is one of the first naturopathic students to complete a hospital-based medical rotation. With five of her colleagues from across the nation, she founded the Naturopathic Medical Student Association, which is a recipient of the AANP President's Award. Naturopathic residency brought her to Vermont, where she has continued to work with a team of integrative practitioners at Sojourns Community Health Clinic in Westminster. She also has a private practice in Northampton, Massachusetts. She has dedicated her practices to the treatment of Lyme and tick-borne diseases. She is a member of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP), Vermont Association of Naturopathic Physicians (VANP), the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society (ILADS) and a founding full member of International Society for Environmentally Acquired Illness (ISEAI). Dr. Chesney serves on the Board of Directors and as the Naturopathic Medicine Committee Chair for ILADS. She has been featured as an expert on tick-borne illness at an ILADS conference, at other professional and patient-focused conferences, on local talk radio, and in various news publications. Key Takeaways: - Why does the incidence of Lyme disease continue to rise? - Are co-infections the rule or the exception? - What is the difference between hard and soft ticks? - What times of year have the highest risk for tick exposures? - How common is a bulls-eye rash? - What is the role of Tick-Borne Relapsing Fever in Lyme-like illnesses? - What is alpha-gal? - How can tick populations be reduced? - What should be considered when spending time in nature to reduce the possibility of a tick bite? - What treatment options might be considered for prophylaxis? - When should one contact a doctor to discuss acute treatment strategies? - What testing options may be helpful early on? Connect With My Guest: http://DrAlexisChesney.com Interview Date: April 27, 2020 Transcript: To review a transcript of this show, visit http://BetterHealthGuy.com/Episode118 Additional Information: To learn more, visit http://BetterHealthGuy.com. Disclaimer: The content of this show is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any illness or medical condition. Nothing in today's discussion is meant to serve as medical advice or as information to facilitate self-treatment. As always, please discuss any potential health-related decisions with your own personal medical authority.

Jerry Lembcke is a professor of sociology at Holy Cross College, and the author of several books, including "The Spitting Image: Myth, Memory, and the Legacy of Vietnam."

Kristina Kotlus is back on 10 Minute Mindset to talk about what it is like to face the giants in our lives and how we can use those moments to make ourselves stronger. She also talks about her journey of battling cancer and how those experiences and challenges have helped her become more grateful and strengthened other important areas of her life. Kristina Schnack Kotlus is a two-time brain cancer survivor. She was baptized a Lutheran, tried atheism because of the Anglicans, worked for the Methodists, and now attends an Assemblies of God congregation.  She has a degree in Comparative Religion from George Mason University by way of Holy Cross College and is married to a non-practicing Jew. She’s written for her own website, PwcMoms, for years, helping parents in Prince William County, Virginia feel more connected to where they live.  She’s been published in numerous local magazines and newspapers and was recognized as Blogger of the Year in Northern Virginia, 40 Under 40 in Northern Virginia, and an Influential Woman in Prince William County. She resides in Manassas, Virginia, with her husband and three children, who she homeschools. Connect with Kristina at KristinaKotlus.com and follow her on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. --------------------- Get your FREE copy of the Launching a Podcast 6-Figure Guide and learn how you can add 6-figures to your revenue using a podcast so that you can take the guesswork out of building a business that you love, leverage your time, and make your unique fulfilling impact in the process! Get your copy at LaunchingaPodcast.com/guide. Visit GIOmethod.com for a guide to help you do your daily GIO Method.

Kristina Kotlus joined Mario on 10 Minute Mindset to talk about her journey through brain cancer and how she learned to quit and put her faith in a higher power to help get her through the challenging times. She also talks about her book titled “I Quit: Facing Cancer with Faith, Family & Friends (And Sarcasm. There's a lot of that.)” and what she learned during the writing process. Kristina Schnack Kotlus is a two-time brain cancer survivor. She was baptized a Lutheran, tried atheism because of the Anglicans, worked for the Methodists, and now attends an Assemblies of God congregation.  She has a degree in Comparative Religion from George Mason University by way of Holy Cross College and is married to a non-practicing Jew. She’s written for her own website, PwcMoms, for years, helping parents in Prince William County, Virginia feel more connected to where they live.  She’s been published in numerous local magazines and newspapers and was recognized as Blogger of the Year in Northern Virginia, 40 Under 40 in Northern Virginia, and an Influential Woman in Prince William County. She resides in Manassas, Virginia, with her husband and three children, who she homeschools. Connect with Kristina at KristinaKotlus.com and follow her on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. --------------------- Get your FREE copy of the Launching a Podcast 6-Figure Guide and learn how you can add 6-figures to your revenue using a podcast so that you can take the guesswork out of building a business that you love, leverage your time, and make your unique fulfilling impact in the process! Get your copy at LaunchingaPodcast.com/guide. Visit GIOmethod.com for a guide to help you do your daily GIO Method.

Rabbi Cohen is visiting us from Minnetonka, Minnesota Rabbi Norman Cohen is rabbi emeritus of Bet Shalom Congregation in Minnetonka, where he was senior rabbi from 1981 through 2015. His engagement in interfaith learning with Christians goes back to his college years at Holy Cross College in Worcester, Massachusetts, where he graduated with honors in 1972. He earned his master’s degree from Hebrew Union College in Cincinnati in 1975 and was awarded an honorary doctorate of divinity there in 2001. Rabbi Cohen returns to Holy Cross College every year to serve as chaplain and advisor to Jewish students and faculty, and he also visits Hebrew Union College as a teacher in practical rabbinics. He has been an adjunct faculty member at several colleges and universities in Ohio and Minnesota, including St. Catherine University and St. Olaf College, and also at United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities. He has authored numerous magazine and newspaper articles and the book Jewish Bible Personages in the New Testament (University Press of America, 1989). He is currently working on a new book, tentatively titled Stereotypes and Misconceptions that Christians and Jews Have about Each Other and What to do about Them. https://www.stthomas.edu/jpc/programs/rabbis-in-residence/previousrabbis-in-residence/rabbi-norman-cohen.html

Pete Hlabse oversees the CEC's student programs, including the Sorin Fellows Program which offers intellectual, spiritual, and human formation opportunities to undergraduate and graduate students at Notre Dame, Saint Mary's College, and Holy Cross College. The program has grown under his leadership to encompass more than 200 student fellows, offering exclusive events, internships, and research funding across the disciplines and in every area of study at the university. Special Guest: Pete Hlabse.

DISCLAMER: MY SOUND EFFECTS DIDNT RECORD AND IT MADE THE EPISODE SOUNDS LIKE ASS BUT OH WELL. Joseph Mikolaycik is a San Diego native who's got a lot in the works. He's currently a communications major at Holy Cross College in Indiana. "The Joe Miko Show", coming to you soon.

In the relatively short history of the United States, there have been many turning points and landmark movements that irrevocably altered the direction of the nation and signaled the dramatic start of a new historical reality. Some took the form of groundbreaking political and philosophical concepts; some were dramatic military victories and defeats. Still others were nationwide social and religious movements, or technological and scientific innovations. What all of these turning points had in common, is that they forever changed the character of America. Sometimes the changes brought about by these events were obvious; sometimes they were more subtle. Sometimes the effects of these turning points were immediate; other times, their aftershocks reverberated for decades. Regardless, these great historical turning points demand to be understood. Edward O'Donnell / Holy Cross CollegeEdward O'Donnell is a professor of History at Holy Cross College. He is the author of several books, including "Henry George and the Crisis of Inequality: Progress and Poverty in the Gilded Age." He frequently contributes op-eds to publications like Newsweek and the Huffington Post. He has been featured on PBS, the History Channel, the Discovery Channel, and C-SPAN. O'Donnell also has curated several major museum exhibits on American history and appeared in several historical documentaries. He currently hosts a history podcast, In The Past Lane.

Join Bruce Belfiore for a timely interview with Bob Kobek, President of Mobius Partners and CustomerCount. Bob will address items of interest to both outbound centers and inbound centers, focusing on ways to get to the prize of customer loyalty. He will discuss both the concepts and the practical tools needed to get the results every manager seeks. He will include his thoughts on call center technology and online feedback, such as CSAT, NPS and CES. Bob will also share his ideas on the importance of HR in attaining success. (paragraph break) As a veteran board member of industry association PACE, Bob is tuned in to what our peers are saying, and will bring his industry insights and tips to the table for this info-packed episode of CallTalk. Guest Host Bob Kobek Bio:  Prior to forming Mobius Vendor Partners in October of 1999, Mr. Kobek spent more than 30 years in the direct marketing industry and government. Specializing in the design, implementation and marketing of products and services, Bob has designed more than 150 outbound telemarketing, inbound customer service and order processing operations and interactive information systems. In 2007 Bob and Mobius launched CustomerCount?, a cloud-based survey solution providing intuitive real-time reporting, designed for the travel industry. Mr. Kobek is a member of the American Resort Development Association and sits on numerous committees. He is a board member of PACE and serves as the chair of the Government Affairs committee. He attended Holy Cross College at Notre Dame, Indiana and Indiana University.

Feature Guest: Bill Diamond The Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence, or SETI, is undergoing a revolution. There was once a time when the search for alien signals involved an exhausting and painstaking point by point search of each and every possible location in the sky, one at a time. Now with a new project called Laser SETI we have the first-ever all-sky all-the-time search. And today we’re joined here at The Star Spot by SETI Institute President Bill Diamond to discuss the promise and challenge of SETI’s paradigm-shifting new effort to make contact with extraterrestrial intelligence. Current in Space About Our Guest Bill Diamond is President and CEO of the SETI Institute. Prior to joining SETI, he was a technology executive and Silicon Valley veteran, with over 20 years of experience in the photonics and optical communications industry, and a decade in X-ray and semiconductor processing technologies.  He holds a B.A. in physics from Holy Cross College and a masters in business administration from Georgetown University.  

A conversation with Schone Malliet, the founder and current head of the National Winter Activity Center or NWAC in Vernon, New Jersey. The NWAC works to introduce under-resourced kids from the New York City metropolitan area to winter sports. They partner with organizations such as the YMCA and Boys and Girls Club of America to bus young people to the center on property formerly known as Hidden Valley, an alpine area with lights and snow making entirely owned and operated by NWAC exclusively for NWAC participants. They provide each participant with equipment, mentoring, healthy meals and even clothing as needed, to get them on the hill with an instructor. They are a non-profit and their programs are made affordable to participants. Having already expanded to snowboarding, NWAC is now expanding to include Nordic skiing. Schone is a former marine captain and pilot. He is an African American who grew up in the South Bronx. He studied Econ at Holy Cross College and then earned an MBA at Pepperdine University. He worked in finance at Wells Fargo before becoming the executive vice president of the National Brotherhood of Skiers and the CEO of the National Winter Sports Education Foundation. This is the first interview that I’ve done remotely and the audio quality is not perfect. Thanks for bearing with me as I learn the best ways to record these conversations. The NWAC website is http://winter4kids.org/. To support their mission, you can donate online or call the center at 973-846-8250.

Summary & Ideas for Action Rudy Ruettiger is a motivational speaker and author, and best known for being the subject of the movie, Rudy. Rudy talks about anonymous helpers in his life, and the rules he lives by. Listen in as Rudy talks about his own brand of positivity.   Key Takeaways [2:33] Despite his small stature, Rudy was a walk-on for the Notre Dame football team. He first had to meet the academic challenge of getting into Notre Dame. Playing on the team, he says, was just a matter of hanging in there and not giving up. [3:48] Rudy was a little older, having just come out of the military, and he hadn’t played organized football for years. Rudy says getting the movie made was as hard as being on the team.   [8:49] Rudy was inspired by Sylvester Stallone, and how he fought his challenges to reach his dream of making Rocky. He didn’t listen to negative voices, but surrounded himself with supporters, and relied on his faith in God to follow the path he felt to follow. He recalls a moment he shared with Sylvester Stallone when they met. [17:08] Eliminate negative people from your life, and be with people who want to help you. Rudy talks about a bad business experience that he let go, although it was very expensive to him. [21:26] Rudy had a special helper, and knows he would not have gotten through the tough times without him. He says this person does not need or want public recognition. It is enough that he was there when he was needed.   [27:46] Rudy became a motivational speaker, in spite of being “a terrible speaker.” He just wants to communicate, authentically. Rudy captivates audiences with a natural connection.   [30:53] Rudy only quits things if he doesn’t believe in them. It’s energy and time wasted to pursue things that are out of line with your values. Rudy does what he does, because he loves it. [35:03] The Rudy Foundation is run by Rudy’s ex-wife, for youth. Rudy’s legacy is to inspire people to do what they love, and to persist.     Books Mentioned in this Episode Rudy: My Story, by Rudy Ruettiger and Mark Dagostino Rudy’s Insights for Winning in Life, by Rudy Ruettiger Rudy's Rules for Success: How to Reach Your Dreams, by Rudy Ruettiger and Mike Celizic Rudy’s Lessons for Young Champions: Choices and Challenges, by Rudy Ruettiger, Cheryl Ruettiger, Bill Atkinson, and Rebecca Wolfe Atkinson  Rudy & Friends: Awesome and Inspiring Real Life Stories of Ordinary People Overcoming Extraordinary Odds, by Rudy Ruettiger The Rudy in You: A Guide to Building Teamwork, Fair Play and Good Sportsmanship for Young Athletes, Parents and Coaches, by Donald T. Phillips, Rudy Ruettiger, and Peter M. Leddy, Ph.D.   Bio Against all odds on a gridiron in South Bend, Indiana, Daniel “Rudy” Ruettiger, in twenty seven seconds, carved his name into history books as perhaps the most famous graduate of the University of Notre Dame. The son of an oil refinery worker, and third of 14 children, Rudy rose from valleys of discouragement and despair to the pinnacles of success. Today, he is one of the most popular motivational speakers in the United States. It took years of fierce determination to overcome obstacles and criticisms, yet Rudy achieved his first dream — to attend Notre Dame and play football for the Fighting Irish. As fans cheered RU-DY, RU-DY, he sacked the quarterback in the last 27 seconds of the only play in the only game of his college football career. He is the only player in the school’s history to be carried off the field on his teammates’ shoulders. In 1993, TRISTAR Productions immortalized his life story with the blockbuster film, RUDY. Written and produced by Angelo Pizzo and David Anspaugh, the award-winning team who brought us HOOSIERS, the critically-acclaimed RUDY received “Two Thumbs Up” from Siskel and Ebert, and continues to inspire millions worldwide.   Today a highly sought-after motivational speaker, Rudy entertains international corporate audiences with a unique, passionate, and heartfelt style of communicating. He reaches school children, university students, and professional athletes with the same enthusiasm, portraying the human spirit that comes from his personal experiences of adversity and triumph. His captivating personality and powerful message of “YES I CAN” stays with his audiences forever. Rudy’s opening remarks receive thunderous applause and standing ovations from audiences of 200 to 20,000 people who emotionally chant RU-DY, RU-DY!   Rudy has appeared on various high-profile nationally televised talk shows and radio shows across the country, is featured in national magazine publications, and has been honored with the key to many cities in the United States, with special proclamations for his inspiration, commitment, and human spirit. Rudy received an Honorary Doctorate Degree from Our Lady of Holy Cross College, the Distinguished American Award, A Proclamation from the Governor of Nevada granting an Official Rudy Award Day, was inducted into the Speakers Hall of Fame, and spoke at the White House during the presidencies of George W. Bush and Bill Clinton.   In addition to his motivational speaking, Rudy has co-authored several books, including: RUDY’S INSIGHTS FOR WINNING IN LIFE, RUDY’S LESSONS FOR YOUNG CHAMPIONS, RUDY & FRIENDS, THE RUDY IN YOU, and RUDY: MY STORY. He co-founded the RUDY FOUNDATION, whose mission is to strengthen communities by offering scholarships in education, sports, and the performing arts. The Rudy Foundation makes a positive impact by bringing people together. The Rudy Foundation develops and supports programs that positively impact the lives of children cognitively, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. The RUDY AWARDSTM Program was created by the Rudy Ruettiger Foundation to recognize children who make an outstanding, exceptional effort to do their personal best everyday, overcome obstacles, set goals, stay on track to reach their Dreams, and build the qualities of Character, Courage, Contribution, and Commitment into their lives everyday. The RUDY AWARDSTM is about a child’s heart, will to change, and desire for self-improvement. Rudy has two awesome children: Jessica Noel Ruettiger and Daniel Joseph Ruettiger.   Email: RudyInternational45@gmail.com Website: Rudy45.com Facebook: @RudyInternational Facebook: @RudyFoundation Twitter: @RUDYINT45 Twitter: @RudyFoundation Email list: Facebook.com/RudyInternational/app_141428856257  

Please welcome Michael Harvey and his best-selling thriller, BRIGHTON, who joins Libby Hellmann on 2nd Sunday Crime March 1, 2017 at 6 PM CST.  Michael is the best-selling author of seven crime novels, The Chicago Way, The Fifth Floor, The Third Rail, We All Fall Down, The Innocence Game, The Governor’s Wife and Brighton.  Michael is also an investigative reporter, documentary producer and co-creator, producer and executive producer of A&E’s groundbreaking forensic series, Cold Case Files. Michael’s investigative journalism and documentary work has won multiple news Emmys and CableACE awards, numerous national and international film festival awards, a CINE Golden Eagle, two Prime-Time Emmy nominations, as well as an Academy Award nomination. Michael was also selected by the Chicago Tribune as Chicagoan of the Year in Literature for 2011. Michael holds a bachelors degree, magna cum laude with honors, in classical languages from Holy Cross College, a law degree with honors from Duke University and a masters degree in journalism from Northwestern University. Michael is currently an adjunct professor at Northwestern’s Medill School of Journalism.  Michael was born in Boston but lives in Chicago. And BRIGHTON is at the heart of Boston.  Libby Hellmann is the author of 14 crime thrillers. She has hosted 2nd Sunday Crime for 2 years. Authors

December 19, 2016 - This week, our time machine swerves Into the Past Lane. Our guest is, Edward T. O'Donnell, host of the Into the Past Lane podcast and author of Henry George and the Crisis of Inequality: Progress and Poverty in the Gilded Age. You may not know who Henry George is, but his ideas swirled around the campaign for president throughout the recent election, and his approach to solving political and economic problems are timeless. Ed earned his Ph.D. in American History from Columbia University, and is an Associate Professor of History at Holy Cross College in Worcester, MA. You can follow him on Twitter @InThePastLane, give his show a listen at InThePastLane.com/Podcast, and find him online at EdwardTODonnell.com.        

Kaufman's Hill (Bancroft Press) A profound and intensely moving boyhood memoir, Kaufman's Hill opens with a prosaic neighborhood scene: The author and some other young boys are playing by the creek, one of their usual stomping grounds. But it soon becomes clear that much more is going on; the boy-narrator is struggling to find his way in a middle-class Catholic neighborhood dominated by the Creely bullies, who often terrify him. It's the Pittsburgh of the early and mid-1960s, a threshold time just before the counter-culture arrives, and a time when suburban society begins to encroach on Kaufman's Hill, the boy's sanctuary and the setting of many of his adventures. As the hill and the 1950s vanish into the twilight, so does the world of the narrator's boyhood. Praise for Kaufman's Hill "Kaufman's Hill is among the most touching, sensitive, and spellbinding memoirs I've encountered in many years. Beautifully and exactly written, this book will surely reach into the hearts of its readers. I was deeply moved."--Tim O'Brien, author of The Things They Carried “[Kaufman's Hill is] the best book on American boyhood in decades.”--Howard Zinn, author of People's History of the United States "Kaufman's Hill is a vivid and unforgettable coming-of-age tale of boys and bullies on the edge of post-industrial America. Hampsey's haunting, lyrical world thrums with the dark, erratic rhythms that lie below the surface of our seemingly ordinary childhoods. He makes me remember mine differently, somehow." -- Ruth Ozeki, author of A Tale for the Time Being "Hampsey has written a gem of a memoir. As powerful, poignant, funny and deeply moving as anything I've read since Russell Baker's masterpiece, Growing Up. Someone should make a movie of this."--Mark Mathabane, author of Kaffir Boy John C. Hampsey is professor of Romantic and Classical Literature at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, where he has won the University Distinguished Teaching Award. Previously, he taught at Boston University and MIT. He received his BA from Holy Cross College and his PhD from Boston College. He is currently working on a novel—Soda Lake, an existential mystery mixed with interconnected imaginary portraits. During his career, Hampsey has had more than thirty stories and essays published in such places as The Gettysburg Review (four times), The Midwest Quarterly, Antioch Review, The Alaska Quarterly, The Boston Globe, Arizona Quarterly, European Romantic Review, Witness, Colby Quarterly, The Chronicle of Higher Education, and McNeese Review, among many others. His previous book Paranoia and Contentment: A Personal Essay on Western Thought was published by University of Virgina Press in 2005.

Get more inspirational content like this - podcasts, blog posts, and more - at www.InspirationWithVal.com.  Sign up for the Inspiration With Val email newsletter by texting VAL to 38470 - no spam, just inspiration!   PODCAST EPISODE 87 WITH RUDY REUTTIGER:   SUMMARY   Daniel “Rudy” Ruettiger was born in Joliet, Illinois.   He spent one year in the United States Navy following high school.  Rudy worked for a power plant before applying to Notre Dame.  Due to marginal grades, he completed his early college work at Holy Cross College before finally being accepted to Notre Dame in 1974.   Following his time at Notre Dame and the release of the movie “Rudy” in 1993, Rudy has served as a motivational speaker, traveling the country inspiring others through his story of determination.   For anyone who hasn’t seen the classic movie “Rudy”, Rudy Ruettiger grew up in a poor town outside Chicago.  He was told over and over that he wouldn’t amount to anything, but he proved the naysayers wrong and – after lots of hard work – he beats the odds and got into Notre Dame.  Rudy’s dream was to play Notre Dame football, and though he was not a ‘natural’ at the sport, his persistence, drive, and work ethic lead to him not only playing but being the first person to be carried off the field by their teammates at Notre Dame.     In this interview, Rudy Ruettiger talks about everything from inspiration to overcoming obstacles and offers actionable tips for the listeners who want to succeed at their dreams.  If you have ever felt like your dreams were impossible or that you have insurmountable obstacles in your way, this is the podcast you need to hear!  Rudy firms believes that if he can accomplish his dreams, anyone can.   About Rudy Ruettiger:  5:00 Rudy Ruettiger was born in 1948 in Joliet, Illinois into a lower class family of steel mill workers. Upon graduating from high school, Rudy worked at a power plant both before and after serving in the Navy. After losing his best friend in an industrial accident at the plant, Rudy decided to no longer waste time by putting off his dreams. He set out for the University of Notre Dame with hopes of one day playing football for the Fighting Irish.   After getting admitted into Holy Cross Junior College in South Bend, Rudy spent his time studying and working as a groundskeeper at Notre Dame's Knute Rockne Stadium. During his time at Holy Cross, Rudy learned that he suffered from a mild case of dyslexia, which may have contributed to his previous academic struggles. He worked around his disorder and received good grades during his two years at Holy Cross.   It took Rudy three semesters to be granted acceptance into Notre Dame as a transfer student. He almost didn't make it because Notre Dame does not accept seniors as transfer students. Rudy then won a spot on the scout team, against whom the varsity team ran its plays. Through two years of hard work, he earned the respect of the Fighting Irish players and coaches, and in the last home game of his senior year, Rudy dressed for the game. During the last moments of the game, Rudy tackled the Georgia Tech quarterback.  Rudy Ruettiger later received his bachelor's degree in sociology from Notre Dame in 1976.   Rudy’s Life on the big screen: 14:00   The movie “Rudy” inspired thousands of people with its message of not giving up, getting up when you get hit hard, keep moving forward, don’t listen to the naysayers, persevere no matter what, and be persistent.   MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER: 27:35   Rudy entertains international corporate audiences with a unique, passionate, and heartfelt style of communicating. He reaches school children, university students, and professional athletes with the same enthusiasm, portraying the human spirit that comes from his personal experiences of adversity and triumph. His captivating personality and powerful message of "YES I CAN" stays with his audiences forever. Rudy's opening remarks receive thunderous applause and standing ovations from audiences of 200 to 20,000 people who emotionally chant "RU-DY, RU-DY!"   About the 4 C’s He lives by: 30:18   1. Commitment – Despite being told time and again that he could never be accepted as a Notre Dame student due to his poor grades (much less become a member of their football team because of his small size), Rudy never let anyone or anything stop him from achieving his dream. In the end he succeeded and showed the world and other men that no matter what limitations others place on you, your life is in your hands and you can achieve what you dream of. 2. Character – Rudy’s dreams didn’t end on the football field at Notre Dame. He believed that his story could inspire others so he worked for a decade to learn what he needed to know about the movie business and kept knocking on doors and telling his story until Hollywood made a movie about his life. 3. Courage – Rudy Ruettiger had been literally knocked down hundreds of times on the football field leaving him bloodied and bruised. Yet, each time he was knocked down – often by much larger players – he kept getting up and fighting back. This is a clear example that you don’t need to be a big man “physically” to be an alpha male. 4. Contribution – Rudy continues to help others achieve their goals through his speeches, training seminars, interviews and scholarship programs.   Best Advice: 37:09   “Steady the course.”   Links: Rudy Ruettiger’s website Rudy Ruettiger’s YouTube channel  

Good Deeds presents International Artist Russell Tre'van Jones. Russell was born March 2, 1988, in Cheverly,MD, Russell The Prophasee began pursuing music at the age of 9. First influenced by bestfriend, Nosakhere Khalid, another superb local artist who goes by Sock The Rapper. With a high IQ and a love of poetry adapting to music was all but inevitable. He first began recording music at the age of 14. By the age of 17 he had evolved from a rapper to a songwriter. In 2006 while attending Holy Cross College in Indiana he developed a small fan base and began to elevate his skills. After coming back to DC he met GFAorDIE! Music Group members and thus began a DMV Dynasty. Now he has worked with artist from Canada, the DMV, New Jersey,the Midwest, and NY including Mos Def's brother Anwar. He has written over 100 songs ranging in genre from Rap to Hip-hop, R&B, Rock, Pop, and Gospel. He's worked with several notable producers & engineers including Gemstar Pro, DJ Boom, DJ Khaos from Def Jam/Bad Boy and DC producer King Kai of Optigon Records, as well as a few producers from overseas. With a strong foundation of faith and a background in both music and theatre, it is only a matter of time before the world recognizes his greatness.

Learn what is happening to our country and world from the President of the John Birch Society, John McManus. John F. McManus was born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1935. At graduation from Holy Cross College in Worcester, Massachusetts, he received a bachelor’s degree in physics and a commission in the United States Marine Corps. After serving three years of active duty, he entered the field of electronics engineering, where he won an award from the U.S. Air Force for designing a component used in fighter aircraft. Jack left the engineering field in 1966 to accept a full-time position with the John Birch Society. Working closely with Founder Robert Welch for many years, he was named the Society’s Public Relations Director and its official spokesman. In 1991, he was appointed President. The author of several books and numerous articles, Jack has represented the John Birch Society in hundreds of media appearances, spoken from JBS platforms in all 50 states, and written and produced several JBS films and videos. With his wife, Mary, Jack resides in Wakefield, Massachusetts. John mentioned the John Birch Society’s “Freedom Index” which reports the Constitutional rating of the members of Congress. You can find that resource here http://www.thenewamerican.com/freedomindex/ Check out your Congressman’s rating, then share this resource with your friends. The post Interview with John F McManus – President of the John Birch Society appeared first on Home Front with Cynthia Davis.

Summary of today's show: There's more for a Catholic in Boston to see than Holy Cross Cathedral and St. John Seminary. Dr. Phil Crotty takes Scot Landry and Fr. Chris O'Connor on a virtual tour of Boston, the same one he gives to the new seminarians, taking them to sights with both obvious and not obvious connections to their Catholic faith, but also to Boston's and America's history. Listen to the show: Watch the show via live video streaming or a recording later: Today's host(s): Scot Landry and Fr. Chris O'Connor Today's guest(s): Dr. Philip Crotty, Professor of Latin at St. John Seminary Links from today's show: Today's topics: A Catholic Pilgrim's Tour of Boston 1st segment: Scot Landry welcomed Fr. Chris O'Connor to the show and said they were recording on location at St. John Seminary. They've been recording episodes of the show with some of the great people at the seminary. They discussed their Thanksgiving celebrations. Scot said his family acquired a church organ with an eye toward teaching his children to play so that perhaps someday they might play in church. They then talked about the playing of music in families and how music lifts our spirits. Today's guest is Prof. Philip Crotty, who will talk about the places in Boston that everyone should visit. Fr. Chris said Phil is a man of faith who loves to show off Boston to the new seminarians who arrive at St. John's. He's also a man of great faith. 2nd segment: Scot welcomed Phil Crotty to the show. He said Phil's resume is extremely long and distinguished. He asked why at this stage in his life he decided to teach Latin in the seminary. He said because it's a return to his boyhood experiences of Latin. Scot said all of his four Latin teachers he's had all loved Latin. Phil said part of the reason is the historical context. It's not just language, but it comes alive with significance and history. Phil said Pope Benedict has started a new Pontifical Latin Academy in Rome. An American has been appointed to head it and another American, Fr. Reginald Foster, has long been the dean of Latin scholars in Rome. Phil said he often said that it's strange for priests of the Latin Church not to know Latin. Scot said he took it in high school because he thought it would help on the SATs and vocabulary, but he thinks it also helped with math because it taught logic. Phil said he never really understood English as a subject until he studied Latin. Many of his students tell him that they are learning as much English as Latin. Phil said before coming to St. John's, he worked at Northeastern University for 30 years, rising as high as Senior Vice President of Administration. They then discussed a story of how Phil helped a hardworking undergraduate student 30 years ago who has now just made a $30 million gift to the university and credits Phil for helping all those years ago. Fr. Chris asked Phil about his faith. He said when he was 18 he remembers being at Mass on a Sunday and he made a decision that he will always give the Church the benefit of the doubt and not her enemies. He attended Catholic schools, including Holy Cross College. The Jesuits there wanted to prepare you for your profession and make you a Catholic gentleman. He remembers learning apologetics during his freshman year. He internalized his faith in those courses and that stayed with him ever after. He talked about his experiences in the Army, which challenged his moral uprightness, and in industry and then academia afterward, where he didn't find challenges to his faith. In those days, they were still quite friendly to faith. He started on the faculty of the business school in the mid-1960s. At the time the university had about 40,000 students total. 3rd segment: Fr. Chris asked Phil what he loves him about his Catholic Church after all these years. He said the Church is so big, with so much history, culture and music with something in it for everybody. Scot said his favorite saying is “Here comes everybody.” Phil said he's a Knight of the Holy Sepulchre, which was founded in 1099 to provide an honor guard to Christ's tomb. The Knights of Malta were founded at the same time to provide aid to pilgrims. They remain essentially true to those missions even today, in different ways. Of places that everyone should see, there are some obvious ones like the cathedral and St. John Seminary. But there are others that aren't obvious. Phil said he starts with , a beautifully maintained and enormous church. Scot noted it's one of only about 70 basilicas in the US. Fr. Chris said a basilica is a church designated by a pope as a church of particular honor. Tradition is that when a pope visits a city with a basilica, he will make that particular basilica. Fr. Chris said there are many crutches hanging in Mission Church from people who have been healed from illnesses. He also said Ted Kennedy was buried from that church. It is maintained by the Redemptorists. Scot said because it's in the Mission Hill area, many people won't see it unless they're going there specifically. From there he takes the tour to , the second oldest medical school in the country after U Penn and Columbia. That complex was built in 1907. It's at the head of Avenue Louis Pasteur. He said Pasteur was from a French peasant family. He related an anecdote of Pasteur's Catholic faith. Phil said he brings the seminarians there as a way to tell this story of faith. Then they go to , the oldest school in the country, founded in 1635. This is Phil's alma mater. It has always been a public school, which has graduated many famous personages in history. Scot asked when Catholics started to go there in large numbers. Phil said the first Catholic headmaster was Patrick Campbell and later became first Catholic superintendent of public schools in Boston in the 30s. So Catholics began going in the early part of the 20th century. They were drawing largely from the city of Boston. Phil said Bishop John Fitzpatrick attended Boston Latin. This was one of the reasons Protestants were so supportive of the building of Holy Cross Cathedral. Next is the . Gardner was eccentric and an art collector and the terms of her will was that nothing in her home-turned-museum should ever be changed. Fr. Chris said her connection to Catholicism was her friendship with Cardinal William Henry O'Connell. After that is the . Phil said it's nice but not really grand as you might think. Then there's the , built in 1907. The Boston wealthy didn't have great wealth but they did much of it. After that is . This is where he usually takes a break on the tour. He points out Horticultural Hall, which is now used for offices. There's also Symphony Hall, built in 1903. Henry Lee Higginson was the major donor for the Hall and the . Then through the Christian Science Center, where he usually tells some stories about the founder Mary Baker Eddy. The building itself is neo-Baroque with a Romanesque building and a cloister, all of which architectural styles come from Catholicism. Next they go to the for a panoramic view of the city. Then to the B. Phil told a story of an Italian pushcart peddler who went to Haymarket every day but spent all his free time in the reading room of the library. When he died, he left $1.5 million to the Boston Public Library, saying all the pleasure he ever had in life, he had in the reading room. Then they look at the . They visit , which is where Massachusetts ratified the Constitution of the United States. then Old Granary Burying Ground and then . This was the first Anglican Church in Boston and then later became the first Unitarian Church in Boston. To this day it's high church Unitarian and they use the Book of Common Prayer. the first Catholic Mass in Boston was celebrated in the basement of King's Chapel, which was a funeral for a French sailor. They go to , whose lower floor is always to be a market by the will of its first owner. Over to the to and then ), which was formerly a Unitarian church that the Catholic Church bought. Cardinal Cushing spent $1 million to restore it to its original historical form from its Protestant days. Then the tour goes to the Old North Church, which is Episcopalian. Phil said perhaps his favorite stop on the tour is Top of the Hub at the top of the Prudential Building for the panoramic view of Boston.

**Today's host(s):** Scot Landry and Fr. Mark O'Connell **Today's guest(s):** Fr. Gerry Dorgan, Pastor of St. Mary of the Annunciation Parish in Danvers * [St. Mary of the Annunciation Parish, Danvers](http://stmarychurchdanvers.org/) * ["A day to celebrate Father Dorgan," Danvers Herald, 4/10/08](http://www.wickedlocal.com/danvers/news/lifestyle/religion/x1620715324#axzz1RRfpaqIU ) **Today's topics:** Pastor Profile: Fr. Gerry Dorgan **Summary of today's show:** Fr. Gerry Dorgan joins Scot and Fr. Mark to discuss his 53 years in the priesthood; his 20 years at St. Mary in Danvers; how he ended up teaching in the seminary after just 5 months as a priest; what makes a good homily (hint: not that's short!); and his love of art and art history. Also, this Sunday's Gospel from Mass. **1st segment:** Scot welcomed Fr. Mark back to the show. He asked how his summer is going at its halfway point. He is starting his vacation this weekend.  on today's program, one of Fr. Mark's former pastors, Fr. Jerry Dorgan, will be on the program today. Fr. Mark was at Fr. Dorgan's parish for two years before he was sent to Rome to study canon law. Fr. Mark will always remember how Fr. Dorgan gave him a good sendoff from the parish. Fr. Dorgan was also Fr. Mark's homiletics professor in the seminary. When Fr. Mark presented his first homily to the professor, Fr. Dorgan said it would be a very good children's homily. Unfortunately, Fr. Mark was not writing a children's homily. **2nd segment:** Scot and Fr. Mark welcomed Fr. Dorgan to the show. He is celebrating 53 years as a priest this year. He has been at St. Mary in Danvers since 1991 and was at the seminary before that. He began his priesthood at St. Margaret Mary in Westwood, but wasn't there long because he was suddenly drafted to Cardinal O'Connell Minor Seminary. He attended graduate school at night and studied English Literature and also taught American history. He was 24 years old, had been ordained for four months, and was suddenly teaching English and history. Fr. Dorgan graduated from St. John Prep at 16 and then attended Holy Cross College. He'd already been thinking about the priesthood and at the end of the year he transferred to the seminary. After ordination he taught at seminaries until being made pastor in 1991. Scot was surprised that Fr. Dorgan has had only three assignments in his priesthood, which is very unusual over such a long period. He also did a religious talk show on WBZ Radio. The year he was ordained, there were 61 in his class. St. Mary's in Danvers is a wonderful parish. They have about 100 people who come to daily Mass to the 7am and 9am Masses. Scot has heard that there is a tradition in the parish that after Sunday Mass, the people kneel after the final song and pray a prayer of thanksgiving. Fr. Mark also heard that the original St. Mary's Church was demolished during the construction of Route 128 and that it was a good thing because the old building in such bad shape. The new church was built by [Gray Architects](http://www.grayarchitects.net), who have built many beautiful churches in the area. In 1998, they built a parochial school. Fr. Dorgan said it is going very well. It is shared with St. Richard of Chichester Parish in Danvers. It was founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph. There is a strong relationship with St. John's Prep. * [St. Mary of the Annunciation School](http://www.smadanvers.org/) * [St. John's Prep](http://www.stjohnsprep.org/) Having taught at the college seminary for many years (St. Clement's Seminary), he had taught many of the priests who serve in the Archdiocese today. Fr. Mark noted that Fr. Dorgan's collection of books took over many rooms at the seminary. Fr. Mark estimated that there were many more than 10,000 volumes. One day he told Fr. Dorgan about a favorite Wyeth painting in the Museum of Fine Arts. So Fr. Dorgan found a book with the image of the painting and gave it to Fr. Mark. He told him he'd been hoping to count down his collection and Fr. Mark said he would need to give away many more books to even make a dent. **3rd segment:** Fr. Dorgan taught homiletics in the seminary. He noted it's never been particularly noted as a strength in the Catholic Church. Scot asked him why it's not one of our strong suits compared to other Christian faiths. Fr. Dorgan said in Protestant churches the primary experience of Sunday worship is the homily while the Liturgy of the Eucharist is of equal importance to the Liturgy of the Word. He thinks it's important for the people to hear God's Word and to love and live it. Scot wonders if the problem is that laypeople encourage shorter homilies or if it's that priests are so busy during the week that they don't put as much preparation into it, especially if people aren't going to appreciate a long homily. Fr. Mark asked how helps a seminarian who is a terrible preacher. Fr. Dorgan said they often just need help determining what the message should be and how to deliver it. He believes that prayer is a key part of preparing a homily. Fr. Mark said Fr. Dorgan would not allow his students to have notes in front of them when preaching. Fr. Dorgan said a man would not read from a paper when on a date with his wife or girlfriend. Scot said he would certainly never do that if he wanted a second date. Fr. Dorgan said a Sunday homily should be 10-12 minutes. If it's well done it doesn't seem very long at all. During the week, he might speak for a minute or two.  Scot asked when you have such a diverse audience for the homily, how do you prepare for it to address everyone. Fr. Dorgan said that strictly speaking the Lectionary is the basis of the homily and so the priest studies the readings to determine what it means to him and to the situation of his parish. **4th segment:** Scot noted  that Fr. Dorgan also studied art history to teach it in the seminary as well. Fr. Dorgan said he thinks there's a tremendous potential in art history, particularly in Western art where so much of it is religious. He puts reproductions of fine art in his church to expose the congregation to beautiful religious art. A picture is worth 1,000 words. Art in Roman Catholicism is a tremendous part of our tradition. He was not himself an artist, but his family were lovers of art and he went to many art auctions as a child. He has a triptych of the [Annunciation](http://www.metmuseum.org/works_of_art/collection_database/the_cloisters/annunciation_triptych_merode_altarpiece_robert_campin/objectview.aspx?page=1&sort=6&sortdir=asc&keyword=annunciation&fp=1&dd1=7&dd2=0&vw=1&collID=7&OID=70010727&vT=1&hi=0&ov=0) in the Museum of Metropolitan Museum of Art. It is in the [Cloisters Museum](http://www.metmuseum.org/cloisters/) of the Metropolitan Museum. He is also a big fan of [Albrecht Durer](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Albrecht_D%C3%BCrer). His favorite museum in the world is the Louvre in Paris. He loves [Chartres Cathedral](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chartres_Cathedral) outside of Paris. In Italy, Florence is his favorite place for art. When showing art, he prefers reproductions instead of slides. He prefers to be able to see the art in three dimensions as it was intended. There was a discussion of the sacred art in the churches of Boston, especially in churches that have closed. Most of the art has been preserved. Scot noted that Immaculate Conception in Newburyport and St. Mary in Dedham have beautiful art. They also agreed that the two parish in Charlestown and St. Mary in Melrose are also beautiful. Scot added that [St. Anthony of Padua in New Bedford](http://www.saintanthonynewbedford.com/images/virtualtour.html), where his brother is pastor, is the most beautiful church in the United States. The church was built to be the cathedral when the area become a diocese, but it was placed in Fall River instead. Scot said the [Cathedral in Covington, Kentucky](http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cathedral_Basilica_of_the_Assumption,_Covington) has the largest stained glass window in the United States. **5th segment:** Now, as we do every week, we look forward to this coming Sunday's Mass readings to help us prepare to celebrate together. * [Gospel for Sunday, July 17, Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time (Matthew 13:24-43)](http://www.usccb.org/nab/071711.shtml#gospel) >Jesus proposed another parable to the crowds, saying: “The kingdom of heaven may be likened to a man who sowed good seed in his field.  While everyone was asleep his enemy came and sowed weeds all through the wheat, and then went off.  When the crop grew and bore fruit, the weeds appeared as well.  The slaves of the householder came to him and said, ‘Master, did you not sow good seed in your field?  Where have the weeds come from?' He answered, ‘An enemy has done this.' His slaves said to him, ‘Do you want us to go and pull them up?' He replied, ‘No, if you pull up the weeds you might uproot the wheat along with them.  Let them grow together until harvest; then at harvest time I will say to the harvesters, “First collect the weeds and tie them in bundles for burning; but gather the wheat into my barn.”'” > >He proposed another parable to them.  “The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed that a person took and sowed in a field.  It is the smallest of all the seeds, yet when full-grown it is the largest of plants.  It becomes a large bush, and the ‘birds of the sky come and dwell in its branches.'” > >He spoke to them another parable.  “The kingdom of heaven is like yeast that a woman took and mixed with three measures of wheat flour until the whole batch was leavened.” > >All these things Jesus spoke to the crowds in parables.  He spoke to them only in parables, to fulfill what had been said through the prophet: I will open my mouth in parables, I will announce what has lain hidden from the foundation of the world. > >Then, dismissing the crowds, he went into the house.  His disciples approached him and said, “Explain to us the parable of the weeds in the field.”  He said in reply, “He who sows good seed is the Son of Man, the field is the world, the good seed the children of the kingdom.  The weeds are the children of the evil one, and the enemy who sows them is the devil. The harvest is the end of the age, and the harvesters are angels.  Just as weeds are collected and burned up with fire, so will it be at the end of the age.  The Son of Man will send his angels, and they will collect out of his kingdom all who cause others to sin and all evildoers.  They will throw them into the fiery furnace, where there will be wailing and grinding of teeth.  Then the righteous will shine like the sun  in the kingdom of their Father.  Whoever has ears ought to hear.” Fr. Dorgan recalls a professor telling him that great writers have one thing to say. The Bible is a big book and has one thing to say: I'll be with you. I'll be the one who'll be there with you. In exodus 3, the Lord says to Moses to go to Pharaoh to let his people go. The Lord says, "I'll be with you." He does about 130 funerals in his church each year and the people often choose the reading, "If God is with us, who can be against us." The good news is that we do not walk alone. Scot said God is sowing good seed, which is us. Even if we have a small seed of faith, God will make it grow. Mother Teresa going to Calcutta with millions of people in need. Look at the good she did for Calcutta and the entire Church. The weeds are those things in life which take us away from God, which distract us from him. Fr. Mark recalled Mother Teresa said that if you want to feed everyone in the world, start with one. The message of the mustard seed and the yeast is essentially the same. When Fr. Mark was ordained his uncle, Fr Dana Delaney, preached the homily. He said the yeast is the opposite of the bad apple. You plant the yeast and it makes everything grow, whereas one bad apple ruins the barrel. Scot said the last line is almost in-your-face because everyone has ears and so they are all called to hear. Fr. Mark notes that the owner of the field lets wheat and weeds grow together. We give the weeds a chance because they might be wheat in the end. God is patient with us and stays with us in difficult times.