Podcast appearances and mentions of James Shea

Hour 1 for 9/2/25 Guest-host Ed Morrissey welcomed Archbishop Bernard Hebda of Minneapolis-St. Paul to discuss the tragic school shootings last week (1:00). Then, Kristan Hawkins, CEO of the Pro-Life Generation and President of Students for Life covered her AI abortion debate (12:57) and Planned Parenthood closings in Louisiana (28:24). Finally, Msgr. James Shea covered keeping family in the faith (33:23) and what's going on at the University of Mary (44:01). Link: https://www.ccf-mn.org/ https://studentsforlife.org/ cometoMary.life

Our conversation with poet, writer, and translator James Shea, whose extraordinary new collection of poems Last Day of My Face (University of Iowa Press, 2025), was recently published as a winner of the prestigious Iowa Poetry Prize.  James Shea's work delights in word play and unexpected images with a voice set at and considering the edges of meaning. As you'll hear in our conversation, Shea draws from the traditions of haiku and The New York School, giving us humorous and elegiac meditations on our shared predicament as minds trying to make sense of emergency. Or, as Shea puts it at the start of the long poem, “Failed Self-Portrait,” which ends his new collection—and our conversation, “I've made a sort of makeshift / sense of ourselves…” What makes this conversation especially meaningful is that our recording was also a reunion; my colleague, Adult Services Librarian Stevie Noguchi, and I each had James Shea as a poetry professor when he taught in Chicago over a decade ago. Stevie joins me as co-host for this special episode. You'll also hear Shea's reflections on the art of translation, poetic lineage, and readings from the treasure trove of recent publications Shea has put out, as translator and editor, including:  Applause for a Cloud (Black Ocean, 2025), Shea's translations of haiku by Japanese poet Sayumi Kamakura, The Routledge Global Haiku Reader (Routledge, 2023), an introduction to current issues within haiku studies, which Shea co-edited with Grant Caldwell, and, Moving a Stone: Selected Poems of Yam Gong (Zephyr Press, 2022), co-translated with novelist Dorothy Tse and introducing Hong Kong poet Yam Gong to English-language readers James Shea is associate professor and director of the creative and professional writing program at Hong Kong Baptist University. His previous poetry collections The Lost Novel (2014) and Star in the Eye (2008) were both published by Fence Books.  You can check out titles by James Shea here at the Library as part of our Podcast Collection, featuring books and other materials by past guests of the show.   

AMDG. What if you could listen to incredible keynote speakers at a conference, without even leaving your home? With the Kolbecast Conference, now you can!   The Kolbecast Conference is a three-day program of curated episodes covering a range of topics from classical education, homeschooling, faith, mental health, childhood emotional regulation, and so much more. Enjoy lectures from keynote speakers such as University of Mary president Msgr. James Shea, Harvard psychiatrist Dr. Kevin Majeres, as well as writer and translator Dr. Anthony Esolen. Explore breakout-session sessions with guest speakers including the hosts of the "More2Life" podcast and founder of Catholic Counselors Greg Popcak and Lisa Popcak; authors of "The Temperament God Gave You" Laraine and Art Bennett, L.M.F.T.; Catholic podcaster Bobby Angel and his brother Dan; occupational therapist Caitlin Russ; and many others.   Listen to the episodes all at once or browse them at your own pace; at this conference, you control the schedule!  Click here for Day 1 of the 2025 Kolbecast Conference.  Related Kolbecast episodes:  1 Kolbecast Relaunch 221 A Survey and a Starting Point 249 Stories Crafted with Care featuring Carol, Stasha, and Stephanie from the Kolbe Academy publishing team 32 Reflections of His Light  Have questions or suggestions for future episodes or a story of your own experience that you'd like to share? We'd love to hear from you! Send your thoughts to podcast@kolbe.org and be a part of the Kolbecast odyssey.   We'd be grateful for your feedback! Please share your thoughts with us via this Kolbecast survey!  The Kolbecast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most podcast apps. By leaving a rating and review in your podcast app of choice, you can help the Kolbecast reach more listeners. The Kolbecast is also on Kolbe's YouTube channel (audio only with subtitles).  Using the filters on our website, you can sort through the episodes to find just what you're looking for. However you listen, spread the word about the Kolbecast! 

Hour 1 for 7/1/25 Drew welcomed Juliana Talmoorazy to discuss what's next for Iran after the 12 Day's War (12:34). Then, Msgr. James Shea covered what it means to be Catholic in America (31:15), young people engaging in politics (38:39) and caller: how faith changed my politics (46:35). Link: CometoMary.Life

James Shea reads four poems from his collection Last Day of My Face, published by the University of Iowa Press in June 2025.

Hour 1 for 6/17/25 Drew welcomed Fmr. Congressman Jeff Fortenberry to discuss the Israel-Iran War (14:06). Topics: regime change (16:53), the Biden administration (20:50), and Islamic Theology (24:36). Then, Msgr. James Shea covered Pope Leo, young people (33:55) and the future of priestly ministry (46:25). Link: cometoMary.Life

Hour 1 for 6/3/25 Drew welcomed journalist Terry Mattingly to discuss AI and morality (1:00). Topics: AI and the 1970s and the cycle of false information (20:16). Then, Msgr. James Shea broke down the importance of fidelity to the bishops (28:27). Links: https://tmattingly.substack.com/ CometoMary.Life

Hour 1 for 5/20/25 Former Ambassador Joseph Cella discussed the Pope's role in peace (9:44), how the world sees the Church (20:59), and JD Vance's meeting with the Pope (23:30). Then, Msgr. James Shea discussed what it means to live in an Apostolic age (37:07). Links: CometoMary.Life https://bookstore.umary.edu/MerchDetail?MerchID=1638495

Hour 1 for 5/6/25 Reporter Dr. Christine Mugridge broke down the Conclave with Drew (5:14). Msgr. James Shea joined Drew to discuss the future of the Church in the US (28:45). Caller: I think many polled aren't authentically Catholic (40:45) and caller: unraveling from the culture (47:45). Links: CometoMary.Life

Hour 2 for 4/21/25 Guest-host Ed Morrissey prayed the Chaplet with Brooke Taylor (1:00). Then, Msgr. James Shea and University of Mary student Natalie Biegeler covered the death and legacy of the Holy Father (26:18). Natalie shared her experience of being in a student in Rome (35:54). They also discussed service at the University of Mary (43:31), heart of a pastor (45:20), and Pope Francis' moment (49:05). Link: cometoMary.life

Hour 1 for 4/1/25 Dr. Monica Miller joined Drew to discus upcoming pro-life protests (7:31). Finally, Msgr. James Shea gave great spiritual reading recommendations for Lent (27:12). List: He Leadeth Me by Fr. Walter Ciszek The Hell There Is by Msgr. Pope Life of Christ by Fulton Sheen To Know Christ Jesus by Frank Sheed Imitation of Christ by Thomas a Kempis The Reed of God by Caryll Houselander The Way of the Cross by Caryll Houselander The Christian Mythic Narrative Holy Moments by Matthew Kelly Secrets of the Eucharist I Believe in Love by Fr. Jean C. J. d'Elbée Links: nomoneyforabortion.com primematters.com/narrative cometomary.life

President of the University of Mary - Welcoming all to the Vocations Jamboree and sharing information on the event's keynote speaker

Hour 1 for 3/4/25 Phil Flynn joined Drew for a perspective on Trump's fresh round of tariffs on Mexico and Canada (19:03). Then, Msgr. James Shea joined Drew to discuss the National Catholic Prayer Breakfast (27:41) and how to obtain hope (42:05). Links: https://blog.pricegroup.com/author/philflynn/ CometoMary.Life

Hour 1 for 2/18/25 Steve Bucci from The Heritage Foundation joined Drew to discuss the US-Russia peace talks (13:57). Then, Msgr. James Shea covered the health of the Holy Father (28:52) and the legacy of Pope Francis (44:17). Link: cometomary.life

AMDG. Alumni and CVS health general management program developer Charlie Mihaliak steps onto stage to share an inspiring message about the importance of education in the current cultural moment. "What we're facing right now," Charlie declares, "is an idolatry of this farce of limitless freedom as the key to happiness." Charlie reminisces on his own journey to happiness, from his own Kolbe graduation to becoming a business major-- a major he quickly switched, choosing theater as his focus instead. Charlie reflects on the lessons he learned during this chapter of his life; why he considers theatre as "three-dimensional metaphysics"; the challenges facing students today; and why more choices equates to less happiness.   Kolbe Chief Operations Officer and grandson of the founders Chris Rowles takes the spotlight next to share an inspiring reflection on the development and growth of Kolbe Academy from its earliest days in the 1980s. "They didn't have the internet to find each other, but somehow they still did," Chris remarks. Chris advocates for Kolbe families and discusses Kolbe's fundraising initiatives aimed at providing accessible education to all. "With your help," Chris adds, "we can ensure that our students are prepared not just academically, but spiritually and morally for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.”   To learn more about or contribute to Kolbe Academy's financial assistance program, click here.     Related Kolbecast episodes:  213 This Is a Beginning, speeches from 2024 Commencement in Atlanta  224 Forming Apostolic Hearts, a speech given by Msgr. James Shea to those in attendance at the dinner where Charlie's and Chris's remarks were recorded  18 Homer and the Hunger Games and 208 A Mosaic of Experience featuring Charlie Mihaliak  Have questions or suggestions for future episodes or a story of your own experience that you'd like to share? We'd love to hear from you! Send your thoughts to podcast@kolbe.org and be a part of the Kolbecast odyssey.   We'd be grateful for your feedback! Please share your thoughts with us via this Kolbecast survey!   The Kolbecast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most podcast apps. By leaving a rating and review in your podcast app of choice, you can help the Kolbecast reach more listeners. The Kolbecast is also on Kolbe's YouTube channel (audio only with subtitles).  Using the filters on our website, you can sort through the episodes to find just what you're looking for. However you listen, spread the word about the Kolbecast! 

Fr. Eric reflects upon an observation by Msgr. James Shea that all sin stems from unrelated grief. This is a clip from a live recording of a homily that Fr. Eric gave on Feb. 2, 2024 at St. James in Colgan, Ontario.   Watch Catholic Latte on YouTube and Facebook. An audio version is available also on Spotify, iTunes and Podbean.

Hour 1 for 2/4/25 Firefighter Steve Ruda told a powerful story about finding the tabernacle in the ashes of Corpus Christi (14:22). Then, Msgr. James Shea covered the need for Catholic radio today (31:09).

AMDG. College decisions have you feeling overwhelmed? Join Kolbe students Bella, Jeremiah, and Gianna as they share their experiences attending Newman Guide colleges' summer programs.  The students discuss the ups and downs of navigating college decisions, providing insight into their thought processes along the way.  Experience Benedictine's and Christendom's summer programs vicariously through their eyes and get ready to be inspired in your own college journey.    Relevant links:  Benedictine College's Catholic summer youth camps early bird discount ends 1 Feb 2025! Christendom College's Best Week Ever  The Cardinal Newman Society  Kolbecast episodes mentioned & related:  84 The Essence of Catholic Education and 157 Renewal, Revival, Variety, and Unity with Patrick Reilly of the Cardinal Newman Society  185 Developmentally Appropriate Independence with Joshua and Alyssa from The Pines Catholic Camp  233 Incarnational Education at Wyoming Catholic College  61 Middle Ground  166 Dr. John Cuddeback on Dwelling Together Richly  123 A Change of the Ages and 213 This Is a Beginning with Msgr. James Shea  171 Forming Financial Disciples with Jonathan & Amanda Teixeira of WalletWin  243 Finish Line in Sight  235 The Disposition of Pilgrimage with Joan Watson  Have questions or suggestions for future episodes or a story of your own experience that you'd like to share? We'd love to hear from you! Send your thoughts to podcast@kolbe.org and be a part of the Kolbecast odyssey.   We'd be grateful for your feedback! Please share your thoughts with us via this Kolbecast survey!   The Kolbecast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most podcast apps. By leaving a rating and review in your podcast app of choice, you can help the Kolbecast reach more listeners. The Kolbecast is also on Kolbe's YouTube channel (audio only with subtitles).  Using the filters on our website, you can sort through the episodes to find just what you're looking for. However you listen, spread the word about the Kolbecast! 

Hour 1 for 1/7/25 Dan Schneider from Media Research Center covered META ditching fact-checking (16:08). Then, Msgr. James Shea covered SEEK (28:14), religion, and hope for the future (43:57). Links: https://www.youtube.com/@RelevantRadioNetwork CometoMary.life https://www.mrc.org/

Hour 1 for 12/17/24 Dr. Bob Tiballi joined Drew to discuss winter viruses and COVID (16:30). Msgr. James Shea discussed Bl. Pier Giorgio Frassati (30:45) and Pope Francis' birthday (41:31).

AMDG. The Humanities Series is back! Join Bonnie, Jordan, and Steven for the grand finale of The Iliad. This episode covers everything you need to know about The Iliad, from the significance of burying the dead to the role of women in the Ancient World. The team breaks down the answers to complex questions, like what the afterlife meant to the Greeks and the deeper meaning behind Achilles' shield. Each topic starts with a synopsis, so you can follow along even if you have not read The Iliad before. Finally, don't miss the unexpected connection between The Book of Job, J.R.R. Tolkien's Lord of the Rings, and The Iliad!   Links mentioned & relevant:  Jordan's recent appearances  Trending with Timmerie  Morning Air  Jordan's most recent article on PrimeMatters.com  Register here to view recordings from the Newman Guide/Kolbe Academy College Fair 9 Oct 2024.  Let Beauty Speak by Jimmy Mitchell  Let Beauty Speak discussions   Session 1  Session 2  Related Kolbecast episodes:  in this Humanities series:  220 Decoding Mythology to Reveal Christianity  225 On the Same (Greco-Roman) Page  229 Take a Note from Homer  123 A Change of the Ages and 224 Forming Apostolic Hearts featuring Msgr. James Shea  162 Let Latin Conquer You  111 What Treasures Remain  212 Portable Treasure    Have questions or suggestions for future episodes or a story of your own experience that you'd like to share? We'd love to hear from you! Send your thoughts to podcast@kolbe.org and be a part of the Kolbecast odyssey.   We'd be grateful for your feedback! Please share your thoughts with us via this Kolbecast survey!   The Kolbecast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most podcast apps. By leaving a rating and review in your podcast app of choice, you can help the Kolbecast reach more listeners. The Kolbecast is also on Kolbe's YouTube channel (audio only with subtitles).  Using the filters on our website, you can sort through the episodes to find just what you're looking for. However you listen, spread the word about the Kolbecast! 

Hour 1 for 11/19/24 Drew welcomed Msgr. James Shea to break down the US Bishop's evangelization to the nones (29:44). They also covered: catechesis (42:45), busyness (44:38), and money (48:15).  Links:  cometomary.life

Hour 1 for 11/5/24 Drew opened the phones and asked the audience who they voted for and why (:09). Then, Msgr. James Shea talked about how we get the leaders we deserve (29:56). 

AMDG. Monsignor James Shea, president of the University of Maryland, spoke to Kolbe supporters and friends at the Leaders in Catholic Education event the night before 2024 commencement. Listen in to Msgr. Shea's speech in this episode, where he describes the apostolic work on the forefront of Catholic secondary education as we live in the first post-Christian society, the scheme of self-initiated salvation, and the way we can be converted even more deeply.  Relevant Kolbecast episodes:  123 A Change of the Ages with Msgr. Shea  213 This Is a Beginning, speeches from Commencement 2024  Monsignor Shea's books:  From Christendom to Apostolic Mission: Pastoral Strategies for an Apostolic Age  The Religion of the Day  Other books and works published by U Mary Press  Related links:  Support Kolbe Academy and our families   The Synthetic Impulse in Catholic Life by Most Rev. Daniel E. Flores  Tolkien quotes:   https://aleteia.org/2018/03/25/j-r-r-tolkien-turned-to-this-during-his-darkest-hour   https://www.catholic.com/magazine/online-edition/jrr-tolkien-three-amazing-quotes   Have questions or suggestions for future episodes or a story of your own experience that you'd like to share? We'd love to hear from you! Send your thoughts to podcast@kolbe.org and be a part of the Kolbecast odyssey.   We'd be grateful for your feedback! Please share your thoughts with us via this Kolbecast survey!   The Kolbecast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most podcast apps. By leaving a rating and review in your podcast app of choice, you can help the Kolbecast reach more listeners. The Kolbecast is also on Kolbe's YouTube channel (audio only with subtitles).  Using the filters on our website, you can sort through the episodes to find just what you're looking for. However you listen, spread the word about the Kolbecast! 

Hour 1 for 9/3/24 Ed Morrissey covered recent issues in free speech (:57) and was then joined by Dr. Jeff Gardner to break those issues down (16:33). Finally, Msgr. James Shea discussed Catholics, the political arena (31:55) and being courageous (40:40).  Links:  https://jeffgardner.online/ CometoMary.Life

Sharing his experience speaking at the National Eucharistic Congress and some info about his upcoming speech at RPR's Bismarck Banquet

AMDG. Looking back on four years and more than 220 episodes of the Kolbecast since its relaunch in August 2020, Jordan, Steven, and Bonnie reminisce on many memorable conversations and guests. Longtime and new Kolbecast listeners alike will find something of interest and inspiration from the array of episodes covered today.  To sort through the library of Kolbecast episodes, visit this page on the Kolbe website and use the filters to find what you're looking for. Send your episode suggestions to podcast@kolbe.org  Kolbecast episodes mentioned & relevant:  1 Kolbecast Relaunch  28 A Pessimist with Hope: A Conversation with Dr. Anthony Esolen  198 The Sign of Our Salvation: Dr. Gilbert Lavoie on the Shroud of Jesus  191 A Window into the Ancient World with Mike Aquilina  179 Translation Tug of War  with Dr. Matthew Minerd  188 Dr. Kevin Majeres Sees Challenges as Opportunities and 219 The Upside of Anxiety with Dr. Kevin Majeres of Optimal Work  167 Sanity & Sanctity with Johanna Seagren of Interior Kingdom  204 Habits of Ownership with Jacob Imam of The College of St. Joseph the Worker  175 A Both-And Approach with Dr. Jonathan Sanford of The University fo Dallas  84 The Essence of Catholic Education and 157 Renewal, Revival, Variety, and Unity with Patrick Reilly of the Cardinal Newman Society  123 A Change of the Ages with Msgr. James Shea of The University of Mary, who is also featured on ep 213 This Is a Beginning  183 Gratuitous Gifts with Sherry Weddell  176 The Agenda Is to Grow with Art & Laraine Bennett  Daniel Bielinski on 139 Glorifying God through Film and 217 Spoilers of a Sort  92 Protect, Guide, Prepare, Empower with Cathy & Nicolai Lund  Charlie Mihaliak on 18 Homer and the Hunger Games and 208 A Mosaic of Experience as well as ep 213 This Is a Beginning  3 Dramatic Arts with Dolores Ann Mihaliak  8 Great Expectations with Colleen Carroll Campbell  Dr. Don Prudlo on ep 39 Reclaiming the Territory, 40 Windshield Time, 78 The Kolbe Man Show, and 111 What Treasures Remain  36 Embrace the Fifth Day with Therese Prudlo, who also appears on several other Kolbecast episodes  74 Special Teams: Kolbe Dads  214 A Long View with Dee-dee & Charlie Mihaliak, parents of five Kolbe grads  Dr. John Cuddeback on ep 166 Dwelling Together Richly  199 Do Good Work and Read Good Work with Jason Craig of Sword & Spade  60 Mission: Possible  61 Middle Ground  164 This Is Not a Kolbe Infomercial with Kolbe mom Lindsey  190 The School of Patience with Tricia Kavanagh, another Kolbe mom  209 Kolbe Kids Give Gems of Information with three of Tricia's sons, one of whom also appears on ep 213 This Is a Beginning  173 A Deeper and Greater Joy with Kolbe alumni transitional Dcn. Charles Ohotnicky and Fr. Ambrose Dobrozsi  215 New School Year Starter Kit with Dean of Admissions Jeanne Anne Ford and Customer Support Supervisor Colleen Pilon  118 Odysseys in Catholicism  45 Grace Perfects Nature with Dr. Peter Malinoski and Jody Garneau  Mrs. Elizabeth Hoxie appears on several episodes including 21 To Live Fully Alive, 89 The Master Blueprint, 112 Cura Personalis: The Intro, 136 Cura Personalis: The Sequel, and 213 This Is a Beginning  140 Burnout Happens  100 In the Beginning with Kolbe Academy co-founder Mrs. Dianne Muth  119 The Hope Throughout with Tom & Noelle Crowe  134 For Tinkerers of All Ages with Kolbe dad and HAM radio enthusiast Chris Ranck  Kolbe Advising Manager Mrs. Ashley Massey's Kolbecast debut was episode 66 Bonhomie à la Kolbe  105 Not Just for Special Occasions with small business owner, Kolbe homeschooling mother, and etiquette expert Rebecca Czarniecki--known professionally as Mrs. B  162 Let Latin Conquer You  220 Decoding Mythology to Reveal Christianity  32 Reflections of His Light with two Marian Sisters of Santa Rosa who are Kolbe alumnae; one tells a sweet story of leaving some “Easter eggs” for her younger sibling to find.  207 A Privilege of a Lifetime with Kolbe mom turned advisor Elyse Williams  63 The Saints Speak for Themselves with the Holy Heroes parents (also Kolbe parents) Ken and Kerri Davison  150 A Family Apostolate: Liturgical Living with Kendra Tierney  116 Things I Would Tell My Students with Jordan Almanzar  Have questions or suggestions for future episodes or a story of your own experience that you'd like to share? We'd love to hear from you! Send your thoughts to podcast@kolbe.org and be a part of the Kolbecast odyssey.   We'd be grateful for your feedback! Please share your thoughts with us via this Kolbecast survey!   The Kolbecast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most podcast apps. By leaving a rating and review in your podcast app of choice, you can help the Kolbecast reach more listeners. The Kolbecast is also on Kolbe's YouTube channel (audio only with subtitles).  Using the filters on our website, you can sort through the episodes to find just what you're looking for. However you listen, spread the word about the Kolbecast! 

AMDG.  Like many Kolbe Academy parents, Jordan will be embarking on a trip through the Kolbe ninth-grade Greek history and literature courses this school year with his daughter. To chronicle that odyssey, he, Steven, and Bonnie are starting a new series of episodes to discuss the various texts and themes encountered along the way. Listen in as the group makes ready to set sail by defining terms, musing on the humanities in general, and drawing upon René Girard and his book The Scapegoat.    Relevant Kolbecast episodes:  60 Mission: Possible  162 Let Latin Conquer You  102 A Great Commission, featuring former Kolbe teacher Ellen Finnegan   100 In the Beginning with Kolbe Academy co-founder Dianne Muth  191 A Window into the Ancient World with Mike Aquilina  123 A Change of the Ages with Msgr. James Shea  183 Gratuitous Gifts: Charisms with Sherry Weddell  202 A Great Conversation and 210 Firm Grounding with Kolbe mom Deirdre Mundy  Links mentioned & relevant:   The Scapegoat by René Girard  René Girard, Theology, and Pop Culture, featuring a chapter by Dr. Jordan Almanzar  Jordan's writings at PrimeMatters.com, including this newest article What ‘Christian' Really Means  Bishop Barron on René Girard  Robert Barron – Jesus and the Scapegoat (2002)  Dominion: How the Christian Revolution Remade the World by Tom Holland, discussed in Kolbecast episode 191 with Mike Aquilina   I See Satan Fall Like Lightning by René Girard  Have questions or suggestions for future episodes or a story of your own experience that you'd like to share? We'd love to hear from you! Send your thoughts to podcast@kolbe.org and be a part of the Kolbecast odyssey.   We'd be grateful for your feedback! Please share your thoughts with us via this Kolbecast survey!   The Kolbecast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most podcast apps. By leaving a rating and review in your podcast app of choice, you can help the Kolbecast reach more listeners. The Kolbecast is also on Kolbe's YouTube channel (audio only with subtitles).  Using the filters on our website, you can sort through the episodes to find just what you're looking for. However you listen, spread the word about the Kolbecast! 

In this bonus episode, Heather is joined by Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR live at the National Eucharistic Congress (NEC) for a special Abiding Together and They that Hope podcast mashup. They reflect on their experiences at the NEC and share how they hope God will transform the lives of not only those in attendance, but also those at home. Heather and Fr. Dave also discuss finding Jesus in our daily lives and the importance of feasting on God instead of earthly things. This episode is a production of Franciscan University and OSV. Special thanks to MAX Studios for recording and hosting the live podcast stage.   Heather's Highlight from the NEC - Adoration with Floriani  Heather's One Thing - Receiving a copy of her new book:  Encountering Emmanuel (A Guided Advent Journal for Prayer and Meditation) Fr. Dave's Highlight from the NEC - His time spent with the young people at the Congress Fr. Dave's One Thing - Deep friendships Other Resources Mentioned:  Msgr. James Shea's Full Speech at the National Eucharistic Congress   Announcement: Season 15 begins September 2024 - join our email list to receive updates!   Journal Questions: How have I experienced Eucharistic revival this year? Have you allowed the stress of your duties and burdens take your eyes off Christ in this season? How can I shift my gaze from my inner world to Christ?   Discussion Questions: How has Christ encountered you personally when you felt lost in the crowd? What obstacles cause you to miss Him when He's right in front of you? How can you put yourself back into the reality that God is sovereign and in control?   Quote to Ponder: “The One whom the Father has sent into our hearts, the Spirit of his Son, is truly God. Consubstantial with the Father and the Son, the Spirit is inseparable from them, in both the inner life of the Trinity and his gift of love for the world. In adoring the Holy Trinity, life-giving, consubstantial, and indivisible, the Church's faith also professes the distinction of persons. When the Father sends his Word, he always sends his Breath. In their joint mission, the Son and the Holy Spirit are distinct but inseparable. To be sure, it is Christ who is seen, the visible image of the invisible God, but it is the Spirit who reveals him.” (CCC 689)   Scripture for Lectio:  “When he was at table with them, he took the bread and blessed, and broke it, and gave it to them. And their eyes were opened and they recognized him; and he vanished out of their sight. They said to each other, “Did not our hearts burn within us while he talked to us on the road, while he opened to us the scriptures?” (Luke 24:30-32)

Hour 1 for 7/2/24 Drew covered the news of President Biden's reaction to the SCOTUS immunity decision (0:56). Then. Fr. Tad Paholczyk, of The National Catholic Bioethics Center joined Drew to discuss lab grown mini-brains being used to power computers (17:23). Finally, Msgr. James Shea of The University of Mary discussed the importance of God in America (29:46) and the beauty of our country (45:22).  Fr. Tad: https://www.fathertad.com/ Msgr. Shea: https://www.umary.edu/

AMDG. Our 2024 commencement ceremony featured voices of experience ranging from new graduates and experienced teachers to ancient philosophers and modern novelists. Listen in on this episode to those speeches, including student speakers Aiden Jagrowski and Jacob Kavanagh, faculty speaker Elizabeth Hoxie, and keynote speaker Msgr. James Shea.  Timestamps for the speeches:  01:05 Msgr. Shea's invocation  02:09 introduction of and remarks by Kolbe Academy Executive Director Mrs. Mary Rowles  04:09 Aidan Jagrowski  12:38 Jacob Kavanagh  19:55 Mrs. Elizabeth Hoxie  26:24 Msgr. James Shea  Kolbecast episodes featuring this year's commencement speakers:  Student speaker Jacob on episode 209 Kolbe Kids Give Gems of Information   ep 123 A Change of the Ages featuring Msgr. James Shea  Mrs. Elizabeth Hoxie on ep 21 To Live Fully Alive, 89 The Master Blueprint, 112 Cura Personalis: The Intro, and 136 Cura Personalis: The Sequel  Other relevant links & Kolbecast episodes:  100 In the Beginning with Kolbe Academy co-founder Mrs. Dianne Muth  114 Kolbe Past, Present, and Future with Kolbe Academy Executive Director Mrs. Mary Rowles  By the Babe Unborn by G.K. Chesterton  Have questions or suggestions for future episodes or a story of your own experience that you'd like to share? We'd love to hear from you! Send your thoughts to podcast@kolbe.org and be a part of the Kolbecast odyssey.  We'd be grateful for your feedback! Please share your thoughts with us via this Kolbecast survey!  The Kolbecast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most podcast apps. By leaving a rating and review in your podcast app of choice, you can help the Kolbecast reach more listeners. The Kolbecast is also on Kolbe's YouTube channel (audio only with subtitles).  Using the filters on our website, you can sort through the episodes to find just what you're looking for. However you listen, spread the word about the Kolbecast! 

News Round-up (11:36) Hans von Spakovsky joined Drew to discuss migrants given voting forms.  (29:45) Msgr. James Shea discussed belief in the Eucharist & homily length (45:55) – Caller: how do we teach Church and science better? 

Monsignor James Shea shares an Impact Session talk from SEEK24 in St. Louis, MO titled: Love for the Church in a Post-Christian Age where he discusses the tensions between progressivism and traditionalism in the Catholic Church and addresses the notion of a utopian Church.Check out https://seekreplay.com/ for more talks like this from SEEK24 and visit seek.focus.org to find out how you can join us for SEEK25.Subscribe to our newsletter to know when new videos are posted weekly: https://focusequip.org/torch/0:00 Opening Prayer 0:50 JPII Lenten Retreat 4:26 Enamored with Utopias 9:00 Ideas Matter 13:46 Responses to the 2nd Vatican Council16:31 Why People Are Always Angry Now 21:14 What the Church is Ment to Be 27:07 The Church is Not a Utopia

As the final weekend of the Premier League season cemented Man City's fourth successive title, we ask the question, "Was it all down to Stefan Ortega?" The German pulled off a masterclass in "No2ing" in the midweek victory over Tottenham and capped off another impressive campaign since joining the club as a relative unknown on these shores. Elsewhere, Nick Pope returned to action for Newcastle, James Shea made his Premier League bow for Luton, Dean Henderson finished on a high at Crystal Palace and David Raya showed just how good his hands are in Arsenal's defeat of Everton. A quick nod is given to Corey Addai and Jamie Cumming for their play-off triumphs at Crawley and Oxford respectively, while Joe Hart is now just one game away from goalkeeping retirement.

The Premier League season ended for Luton Town on Sunday and fittingly the 90 minutes of the 4-2 defeat to Fulham was very much in keeping with much of the campaign with injuries and poor defending proving to be so costly - but with fan reaction like no other.  Kev is joined by The Lutonian journalist James Cunliffe to look back on an entertaining and, in many ways, special final day as they reflect on the game itself and the wonderful scenes after the final whistle. The boys pay tribute to a couple of key performers over the game and the season and send their best wishes to two great people who are retiring after the season. Hear reaction interviews with manager Rob Edwards, captain Carlton Morris, history maker Pelly-Ruddock Mpanzu, the man whose goal helped secure Premier League football, Jordan Clark, and the player who tasted Premier League football for the first time in James Shea. We also discuss, if the rumours prove to be true, our player of the season Ross Barkley's imminent move to Aston Villa.   All this and more on the longest running Luton Town podcast! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Find us at: https://www.lutontownsupporterstrust.com Find all the latest Luton Town news at The Lutonian: https://thelutonian.com/ James Shea Interview courtesy of Luton Town FC Still images of Luton match action are by Liam Smith Photography, who is hanging up his lense. But you can still find Liam at: https://www.facebook.com/people/L-Smith-Photography/100028611503316/  Thanks to the Hightown Club in Luton for hosting our video podcasts. Find them at: https://www.facebook.com/HightownClub/.  . Like our logo? Check out Ed Smith Creative at: https://www.edsmithcreative.co.uk  Like our theme tune? It's by Seán Grant and the Wolfgang who have just released an album called Kybalion Part 1 and 2 on Luton label Vandalism Begins at Home Records. Find it on all streaming platforms at: https://linktr.ee/sgwolfgang.

AMDG. In the 200 episodes since we rebooted the Kolbecast, we've heard from a lot of significant voices. In this episode, we hear from two of the most significant Kolbeans: our students. Ninth graders Noah (who does a hybrid of self-paced and online classes) and Caleb (who does all online) visit with Bonnie and Steven, where the real-life long-distance friends share about their typical school days, their happy and cautionary memories, the lessons they're learning about both diligence and rest, the effort they invest in their education and formation, and the things they like to do when they're not working on school.  Noah and Caleb utilize Kolbe offerings in different ways. Here's more information about the three ways to educate with Kolbe Academy.   To hear the talks given at the 2024 Call to Holiness Retreat, check out this YouTube playlist. Speakers include Fr. Robert Spitzer, Msgr. James Shea, Mr. Dan Angel, Fr. Charles Archer, and Sr. Mary Rose  Relevant Kolbecast episodes:  123 A Change of the Ages with Msgr. James Shea  195 Greatness Awaits with Bobby & Dan Angel  196 Adaptable Asynchronous & Dynamic Digital Homeschool Options  60 Mission: Possible   99 Gifted, Graced, and Formed  5 Planning on Paper and Online  Kolbe families can utilize the Schoology directory to contact each other. Here's information from the Kolbe website's help center.   Have questions or suggestions for future episodes or a story of your own experience that you'd like to share? We'd love to hear from you! Send your thoughts to podcast@kolbe.org and be a part of the Kolbecast odyssey.  We'd be grateful for your feedback! Please share your thoughts with us via this Kolbecast survey!  The Kolbecast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most podcast apps. By leaving a rating and review in your podcast app of choice, you can help the Kolbecast reach more listeners. The Kolbecast is also on Kolbe's YouTube channel (audio only with subtitles).  Using the filters on our website, you can sort through the episodes to find just what you're looking for. However you listen, spread the word about the Kolbecast! 

In Minnesota and western Wisconsin, it seems we're never far from family farms, which helps us to have an appreciation for those who grow and harvest our food. 2024 is a big year for our sisters and brothers in faith and agriculture, as the Church celebrates 100 years of Catholic Rural Life – which is based in the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis. Monsignor James Shea, president of the University of Mary in Bismarck, North Dakota, will be part of that celebration in May. He joined producer Kayla Mayer to reflect on how his rural upbringing influenced his faith and what all Catholics can relate to and take away from rural life. Learn more about Catholic Rural Life and the 100 year celebration. Like what you're hearing? Leave us a review, subscribe, and follow us on social media @practicingcatholicshow! Direct social media links: Instagram Facebook YouTube

Msgr. James Shea joins Steve and Becky to explore the landscape of our culture, provide insights into popular secular ideas and inspire us to evangelize. His book is Religion of the Day: The Sequel to From Christendom to Apostolic Mission. 

"Destroy this temple, and in 3 days, I will raise it up." How to deal with sin and weakness within the mystical body of the Church (with a little assist from Msgr. James Shea's "The Religion of the Day.")

Monsignor James Shea gives a powerful talk about how we can find joy amidst the sadness in our world.Do you like what you hear? Next year you can be there in person with us! seek.focus.org to find out how you can join us for SEEK25.Check out https://seekreplay.com/ for more talks like this from SEEK24 or listen in on the SEEK24 Podcast.Subscribe to our newsletter to know when new videos are posted weekly: https://focusequip.org/torch/0:00 Opening Prayer 0:47 Christmas Cards2:43 Comfort and Joy 4:00 The Tragedy of Our Existence 10:22 God Made Angels 12:47 Humanity is a Problem 17:06 Harmony into Confusion 19:30 Are We Irredeemably Broken? 24:30 The Good News

Join Msgr. James Shea, the President of the University of Mary, for a discussion on the most common religion of our age.  

The Maccabean Revolt presented the Jewish people with a difficult choice: conform or face persecution. Christians today may feel a similar cultural pressure to compromise their beliefs. In this discussion, Jeff Cavins and Monsignor James Shea examine the heroic resistance of Jews who refused to conform during the Maccabean Revolt. They encourage contemporary Christians to find inspiration from these historical examples as they consider how to stand firm in their faith despite societal pressures. Thank you to our sponsor for this episode: Christ Medicus Foundation CURO. Discover CURO, the Catholic health and wellness alternative. Receive personalized Catholic wellness coaching, spiritual direction, and Christ-centered health sharing options. Be a part of an uplifting community of individuals and families who share Christ's healing love with one another. Wherever you're at in your health and wellness journey, you can learn more or join today at https://cmfcuro.com/. You can also call them at (800) 840-7471. You can watch the episode here: https://media.ascensionpress.com/category/ascension-presents/bible-timeline-show/

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary look at Jonah's hatred and animosity towards those he wrongly considers his enemies and what the Lord might want to reveal to us in our day. Scripture Reading: Jonah 3:1-5, 10 Link to Msgr. James Shea's SEEK talk: https://seekreplay.com/video/21 ====== Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us! Click To Learn More About ACTS XXIX (https://www.actsxxix.org/)

What is the real reason behind the increase in loneliness and anxiety? There is almost an inability, in our world today, to cope with life. Monsignor James Shea addressed this question in his keynote at the SEEK conference. Monsignor Shea offers that perhaps this struggle is a result of growing up in a world without God. Dr. Edward Sri discusses the deeper meaning of Monsignor Shea's words. Snippet from the Show The heart of all our suffering in this world is because we find ourselves under Satan's power. For full shownotes, visit Ascensionpress.com/Allthingscatholic, or text ALLTHINGSCATHOLIC to 33-777 for weekly shownotes sent to your inbox.

     It's the final broadcast LIVE from the SEEK24 Conference hosted by the Fellowship of Catholic University Students. The show starts with our First Friday Devotions followed by an interview with SEEK speaker Msgr. James Shea, President of the University of Mary. McKenzi Weber, FOCUS Missionary at the University of Nebraska in Omaha, has spent the week speaking with SEEK24 attendees about their experiences and shares some "glory stories" with Adam and Patty on the show. Michelle Hillaert shares about The GIVEN Institute and their work assisting young women ages 21-35 in discovering their gifts and how those gifts can be used in service of Our Lord and His Church.       For more information about Covenant Network, please visit our website at www.OurCatholicRadio.org.

Hour 1 of the Drew Mariani Show 1-2-24 News Roundup Noelle Mering discusses the new California law about gender neutral toy sections Msgr. James Shea is Live from the SEEK conference with college students around the nation as he discusses evangelizing to the youth

AMDG. Tune in to this episode for our hosts' yearly Between the Years conversation—part retrospective, part preview of what's to come. Bonnie, Steven, and Jordan talk about the apocalyptic side of Advent, share favorite Christmas and New Years family traditions, and talk about some of the things they're looking forward to on the horizon of 2024.  Kolbecast episodes mentioned & relevant:  34 A Beauty-Linked Life with Dr. Carol Reynolds  179 Translation Tug of War with Dr. Matthew Minerd  186 Full Circle (of Fifths)  145 Subsidiarity, Support, and Resources highlighting the Student Support Services program  78 The Kolbe Man Show  100 In the Beginning with Mrs. Dianne Muth + a brief bit about our patron saints Maximilian Kolbe & Ignatius of Loyola  123 A Change of the Ages with Msgr. James Shea   160 A Legendary Occasion: voices from Commencement 2023 in Atlanta  Previous Between the Years episodes:  25 Backstage  79 Doors to Your Memories  135 Hidden Holiness Made Known  Episodes mentioning Jordan's forthcoming book on Fr. Franz Reinisch:   135 Hidden Holiness Made Known  179 Translation Tug of War with Dr. Matthew Minerd  The Kolbecast inaugural survey awaits your feedback! Please share your thoughts with us using this link.   The Kolbecast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most podcast apps. By leaving a rating and review in your podcast app of choice, you can help the Kolbecast reach more listeners. The Kolbecast is also on Kolbe's YouTube channel (audio only with subtitles).  Using the filters on our website, you can sort through the episodes to find just what you're looking for. However you listen, spread the word about the Kolbecast!  Have questions or suggestions for future episodes? We'd love to hear from you! Send your thoughts to podcast@kolbe.org and be a part of the Kolbecast odyssey. 

Msgr. James Shea shares from his experience ministering to college students to help us understand the landscape of our time. Having moved away from a Christian culture, we're faced with particular challenges for evangelization. His book is From Christendom to Apostolic Mission: Pastoral Strategies for an Apostolic Age.

In this episode, Fr. John and Mary welcome Msgr. James Shea, President of University of Mary and discuss the true purpose of Catholic education. (This episode originally aired on July 26, 2021) ====== Seeking to be even more encouraged and inspired? Follow our online streaming channel (https://watch.actsxxix.org). Visit us at our online site (https://www.actsxxix.org). Subscribe to our weekly communications (https://www.actsxxix.org/subscribe) Have a comment about this podcast? Contact us! Special Guest: Msgr. James Shea.

Hour 1 of The Drew Mariani Show 5-16-23 Drew with his beginning news roundup He's joined by Jay Richards as they discuss why the Bud Light Boycott has worked The influence of St.Gianna Molla with Msgr. James Shea