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Java with JayAustin and Bailey Raines, 2025, Ep. 10 “Adolescence and Identity”Austin and Bailey are Licensed Professional Counselors with Sun Counseling and Wellness here in Charlotte. They were guests at our MS and HS chapels on October 23, where they spoke to our students about body image (girls) and building strength from the inside out (guys). In this episode, they offer practical advice and insights for parents.
2025-10-2432 min
Altars and Ashes PodcastFalse Altars of the AgeEvery generation builds altars. The only question is: to whom?From Cain and Abel to Elijah on Mount Carmel, Scripture reminds us that worship is never neutral. We either bow before the Living God, or we sacrifice on altars that leave nothing but ashes. Our age is no different.In this episode of Altars & Ashes, Robbie Stringer, Austin Tucker, and B.D. Fleming take a hard look at the false altars that surround us: entertainment, wealth, ambition, fear, comfort, pride, even good gifts like family when they are loved more than Christ. Each demands our...
2025-10-0353 min
Altars and Ashes PodcastWhy Altars Still Matter in an Age of AshesIn every age of ruin, God’s people have always known where to begin: at the altar. From Noah stepping off the ark, to Abraham staking God’s claim in enemy territory, to Elijah rebuilding the altar on Mount Carmel, worship has always been the first act of faithfulness.In this episode, Bennet Dale Fleming, joined by Robbie Stringer and Austin Tucker, unpacks why altars still matter today. We look at the biblical foundations of altars, the ashes of our own cultural moment, and why true worship, sacrifice, and fire must be the starting point for rebuilding hous...
2025-08-2247 min
The Underclass PodcastNDS #168: Hitler's Secret Voice & Tavistock Ties w/ Austin PicardThis week, I was given the opportunity to once again join forces with Nephilim Death Squad in collaboration with two of my favorite people in the alternative media landscape, The Raven (@DavidLCorbo) and TopLobsta (@TopLobsta) as we spotlight the federal government's abuse of power providing a much different perspective on what I view as a complete mishandling of an unwarranted conflict unnecessarily escalated by government agents ultimately leading to the tragic loss of life including 28 children becoming widely known as the Waco siege or the Waco massacre. We're all Branch Davidians now as we find ourselves on a 77...
2025-05-151h 55
The Underclass PodcastNDS #165: Waco, MKUltra & Media Fakery w/ Austin PicardThis week, I was given the opportunity to once again join forces with Nephilim Death Squad in collaboration with two of my favorite people in the alternative media landscape, The Raven (@DavidLCorbo) and TopLobsta (@TopLobsta) as we spotlight the federal government's abuse of power providing a much different perspective on what I view as a complete mishandling of an unwarranted conflict unnecessarily escalated by government agents ultimately leading to the tragic loss of life including 28 children becoming widely known as the Waco siege or the Waco massacre. We're all Branch Davidians now as we find ourselves on a 77...
2025-05-151h 35
The Kill Power HourThe Kill Power Hour #015 - You Only Live Twice (1967)Sex(ism) sells and Tyler is fully sold on his 6th favorite movie of all time--a James Bond classic. Eric finally realizes where Austin Powers got all of its references from and Tucker tries to piece together his notes between falling asleep and folding laundry. Everyone is impressed by the watermelon budget.
2024-06-2553 min
Women Winning at WritingS6,E19: Carmel Austin - Making Your Writing Dreams Come True!There are times when we may have obstacles to overcome & challenges we face which may cause to stop dreaming or achieving our goals. Carmel talks with us about how she pursued her writing dreams in spite of things she encountered and she is now an international best-selling author!
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2024-05-0832 min
Mount Carmel MinistriesResilient Faith, How to be a Self: Gabe Kasper: Session 9https://www.mountcarmelministries.com/podcast-resources/
Gabe grew up in Macomb, MI. After spending five years starting new churches in Austin, TX, he is excited to be back in Michigan as the Pastor of ULC. He serves the mission of ULC through preaching, leadership development, and pastoral care. Gabe studied at Concordia University Wisconsin before going on to get his M.Div at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis. In his spare time, Gabe enjoys playing soccer, reading books, listening to punk rock, and cheering on the sinful and disgusting Green Bay Packers. Gabe and his wonderful wife Melissa...
2023-09-291h 39Mount Carmel MinistriesResilient Faith, How to be a Self: Gabe Kasper: Session 8
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Gabe grew up in Macomb, MI. After spending five years starting new churches in Austin, TX, he is excited to be back in Michigan as the Pastor of ULC. He serves the mission of ULC through preaching, leadership development, and pastoral care. Gabe studied at Concordia University Wisconsin before going on to get his M.Div at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis. In his spare time, Gabe enjoys playing soccer, reading books, listening to punk rock, and cheering on the sinful and disgusting Green Bay Packers. Gabe and his wonderful...
2023-09-2856 minMount Carmel MinistriesResilient Faith, How to be a Self: Gabe Kasper: Session 7
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Gabe grew up in Macomb, MI. After spending five years starting new churches in Austin, TX, he is excited to be back in Michigan as the Pastor of ULC. He serves the mission of ULC through preaching, leadership development, and pastoral care. Gabe studied at Concordia University Wisconsin before going on to get his M.Div at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis. In his spare time, Gabe enjoys playing soccer, reading books, listening to punk rock, and cheering on the sinful and disgusting Green Bay Packers. Gabe and his wonderful...
2023-09-281h 09Mount Carmel MinistriesResilient Faith, How to be a Self: Gabe Kasper: Session 6
https://www.mountcarmelministries.com/podcast-resources/
Gabe grew up in Macomb, MI. After spending five years starting new churches in Austin, TX, he is excited to be back in Michigan as the Pastor of ULC. He serves the mission of ULC through preaching, leadership development, and pastoral care. Gabe studied at Concordia University Wisconsin before going on to get his M.Div at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis. In his spare time, Gabe enjoys playing soccer, reading books, listening to punk rock, and cheering on the sinful and disgusting Green Bay Packers. Gabe and his wonderful...
2023-09-2746 minMount Carmel MinistriesResilient Faith, How to be a Self: Gabe Kasper: Session 5
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Gabe grew up in Macomb, MI. After spending five years starting new churches in Austin, TX, he is excited to be back in Michigan as the Pastor of ULC. He serves the mission of ULC through preaching, leadership development, and pastoral care. Gabe studied at Concordia University Wisconsin before going on to get his M.Div at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis. In his spare time, Gabe enjoys playing soccer, reading books, listening to punk rock, and cheering on the sinful and disgusting Green Bay Packers. Gabe and his wonderful...
2023-09-2745 minMount Carmel MinistriesResilient Faith, How to be a Self: Gabe Kasper: Session 4
https://www.mountcarmelministries.com/podcast-resources/
Gabe grew up in Macomb, MI. After spending five years starting new churches in Austin, TX, he is excited to be back in Michigan as the Pastor of ULC. He serves the mission of ULC through preaching, leadership development, and pastoral care. Gabe studied at Concordia University Wisconsin before going on to get his M.Div at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis. In his spare time, Gabe enjoys playing soccer, reading books, listening to punk rock, and cheering on the sinful and disgusting Green Bay Packers. Gabe and his wonderful...
2023-09-261h 06Mount Carmel MinistriesResilient Faith, How to be a Self: Gabe Kasper: Session 3
https://www.mountcarmelministries.com/podcast-resources/
Gabe grew up in Macomb, MI. After spending five years starting new churches in Austin, TX, he is excited to be back in Michigan as the Pastor of ULC. He serves the mission of ULC through preaching, leadership development, and pastoral care. Gabe studied at Concordia University Wisconsin before going on to get his M.Div at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis. In his spare time, Gabe enjoys playing soccer, reading books, listening to punk rock, and cheering on the sinful and disgusting Green Bay Packers. Gabe and his wonderful...
2023-09-261h 05Mount Carmel MinistriesResilient Faith, How to be a Self: Gabe Kasper: Session 2
https://www.mountcarmelministries.com/podcast-resources/
Gabe grew up in Macomb, MI. After spending five years starting new churches in Austin, TX, he is excited to be back in Michigan as the Pastor of ULC. He serves the mission of ULC through preaching, leadership development, and pastoral care. Gabe studied at Concordia University Wisconsin before going on to get his M.Div at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis. In his spare time, Gabe enjoys playing soccer, reading books, listening to punk rock, and cheering on the sinful and disgusting Green Bay Packers. Gabe and his wonderful...
2023-09-251h 02Mount Carmel MinistriesResilient Faith, How to be a Self: Gabe Kasper: Session 1https://www.mountcarmelministries.com/podcast-resources/
Gabe grew up in Macomb, MI. After spending five years starting new churches in Austin, TX, he is excited to be back in Michigan as the Pastor of ULC. He serves the mission of ULC through preaching, leadership development, and pastoral care. Gabe studied at Concordia University Wisconsin before going on to get his M.Div at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis. In his spare time, Gabe enjoys playing soccer, reading books, listening to punk rock, and cheering on the sinful and disgusting Green Bay Packers. Gabe and his wonderful wife Melissa...
2023-09-2555 min
The Thriving WomanEpisode 13: Purpose in our Pain with La-Trina BrayLa-Trina is a Fertility Coach, and we share snippets from a Mother's Heart where we have learned life lessons to turn our bitterness into sweet waters. Tune in and listen to keys to Thrive in your Season of Life, by moving into your Destiny with Grace & Peace. Not allowing the losses women go through here on this earth when they don't get to hold their own babies in their arms.
2022-12-2042 min
The Thriving WomanEpisode #12: Spread your Wings & Fly with Stephaine MillerTransformation is the key to creativity; this leads us to honesty which forms our God given Authenticity. As we become comfortable with ourselves, we can transform into the butterfly from the caterpillar and live with purpose using our gifts and develop strong healthy bonds in life.
2022-11-2938 min
The Thriving WomanEpisode #11: Expressions of the Heart ❤️ with Brenda TsiaousisI invite you to tune in to another episode of The Thriving Woman as I chat with Brenda about being your authentic self in every season of life. We drive deep into the art of creativity and how she has moved into faith creating hope as an abstract artist. Brenda has a heart of wisdom to share with you about taking up your gifts of creativity and opening the box of life.
2022-11-1539 min
The Thriving WomanEpisode #10: My Journey into Wholeness with my Book 'Just Say No' with Joanne TweedieThis week I speak with the beautiful Joanne Tweedie. We take a deep drive into my book ‘Just Say No’ She champions me on to share my authentic voice to help others process their grief and loss in life and I share how I have become and Entrepreneur and life giver out of my own pain and disappointments in life.
2022-11-0840 min
The Thriving WomanEpisode #9: Journeying into Wholeness with Ann VisserI invite you to tune into this amazing conversation about love, family and Journeying into Wholeness as Ann shares her passion in life after her marriage crashed.They received help and applied the lessons they learnt about how to fight a good fight of how to communicate well by communicating deeply and falling in love again.
2022-11-0143 min
The Thriving WomanEpisode #8: Keeping Balanced in Life & Business with Adele LatuWe have a heart to heart about life family, faith, creatively and business. Keeping balanced and finding healthy quite moments of rest to restore the soul. Adele shares about their new family adventures ‘Soul Submitted Designs’ https://soulsubmitteddesigns.com/
2022-10-2537 min
The Thriving WomanEpisode #7: My Entrepreneur Journey, introducing 'The Artist Haven,' my new International co-author bookWhat Carmel is up to with her entrepreneur journey. Sharing the highs and lows of life and how we can support and encourage each other along the way.Read my Story https://www.carmelsgarden.com/ download my e-book for your free gift.Buy my book - 'Just Say No'Flow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/carmelsgardenwholenesscoach/
2022-10-1834 min
The Thriving WomanEpisode #6: Finding your Voice and Thriving with Susan CurtinFinding your Voice is about thriving in your season of life and walking out your own authentic path. Susan shares a very honest story about how she has committed herself to be creative on the road to her creativity without guilt. Taking small steps towards healing, not burning out and putting into place self-care.
2022-10-1436 min
The Thriving WomanEpisode #5: Thriving in All Seasons of Life with Mich NicolasToday I interview a co-author in my book - Just Say No. We chat about how as we collaborated on this project. We found friendship and a common place where we grew and learnt to thrive in our season.Mich shares about the biggest lessons, and human experiences. Is being different but all the same when it comes to the raw truth about life. My book- Just Say No Is about Journey into Wholeness and how that looks like and feels.This project opened the door for my TV and Podcast shows. The Thriving Woman
2022-10-0633 min
The Thriving WomanEpisode #4: Thriving In Your Gifts with Stephanie AnnJoin us today as we talk about Art Therapy. How Stephanie has found her thumb print with colour and style in her Artistic Journey. She shares about not conforming to traditional learning. The journey this has taken her on. How she found herself with her art work and how it has brought healing in her life with her creative expression.
2022-09-2924 min
The Thriving WomanEpisode #3: An Interview with Debroh DiecbreDeborah is an Abstract Expressionist Artist. She recently had her first solo show called The Messiah Series. She is a Jazz singer who is focusing more on her art journey in life. Together we live on the east coast of Australia with rolling green hills that meet the deep blue sea. Deborah's desire with her work is to bring energy & convey peace & playfulness as she expresses herself with her art.
2022-09-2331 min
The Thriving WomanEpisode #2: An Interview with Lola Ru DengaLola is a co- author in my book “Just Say No” We share the heart connection of journeying into wholeness.Lola was a YES person and drafted her story and partnered with the authors in our book. She learnt the keys to say NO safely with confidence and clarity.
2022-09-1526 min
The Thriving WomanEpisode #1: Living from a Prosperous Heart into WellnessHello and welcome to my show. The Thriving Woman. I am your host Carmel Austin. Wholeness Coach and Mentor. Founder of Carmel's Garden. I will be sharing keys to help you form healthy hearts with balance and journey into wholeness. Tune in to hear amazing stories of people around the world who will uplift and encourage you to be your authentic self. I so look forward to seeing you in there.
2022-09-0922 min
The Daily AscentHow Faith Played a Role in My Healing Journey with Ashley Austin MorrisMolly talks with comedian and actress friend Ashley Austin Morris. Together, they unpack Ashley's road to recovery from her trauma-induced eating disorder. From her childhood and upbringing to her current career, she discusses her perspective of her unique healing journey. Ashley goes in-depth about how God and her faith played a key role in her recovery from her past trauma that induced an eating disorder she struggled with for many years. Listen in as Ashley and Molly work through what exactly it was that brought Ashley to recovery, the details of how she found her pa...
2022-09-0759 min
A Time to Thrill - Conversations with AIME AUSTIN Crime Fiction AuthorEpisode 27: A Time to Thrill – Conversation with Aime Austin – featuring Julie StraussThis month my guest is author and podcast host Julie Strauss. Julie is a contemporary romance author and host of the podcast the Best Book Ever. I love this podcast! I listen weekly usually when I ride my bike along the beach when I’m in Los Angeles.
You can find Julie:
Website: JulieWroteABook.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliewroteabook/
IG Best Book Ever: https://www.instagram.com/bestbookeverpodcast/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JulieWroteABook/
Show Notes:
Authors and books mentioned in the podcast:
Outcry Witness by Aime Austin
Major Crimes by Aime Austin
Lover’s Mo...
2022-07-011h 27
Tier One TalksEpisode 009 || Milkshake Part 2, FaZe Scam, Investing, Organization RantsAsclepius tries Rogue Energy's carmel vanilla latte shake before him and Uprising discuss the Faze Clan investment scam, investing in general, organizing their lives, and dealing with parents who don't clean up after themselves.Hosts: Asclepius (Austin) & Uprising (Kaelynn)
2021-11-181h 07
The Good Mental Health PodcastE18: Loneliness and social isolation with Carmel Austin“Sometimes in life we have to make a choice and take a chance, otherwise nothing changes"
After nearly three decades working & studying in the Health & Social Care sector, Carmel Austin set up her own wellbeing practice in 2016. Carmel is particularly interested in helping people deal with loneliness and social isolation - an interest which stems from her time managing West Norfolk Befriending, where she was employed to set up and develop a service to help tackle the growing problem of loneliness.
As with so many of our essential emotional needs, our need for connection is rooted in those long gone da...
2019-10-2537 min
Vici MundumBah Humbug!Ever been in a sour mood? Ever struggled to get out of it? Well, you aren't alone. So did God's Chosen People in the Bible and so do we. In this episode, Tina, Austin and Ken discuss the importance of gratefulness and ways to avoid becoming like Scrooge in how we view our life circumstances.
2019-09-2732 minVici MundumThrowback Episode: Moana's Vocation Story, feat. Corinne RileyDue to some recent growing pains (Ken trying to master the editing technology) we have decided to republish an older episode in honor of Austin Farinholt. It's one of his favorites. Enjoy!
2019-09-2034 minVici MundumSanctify Your EnvironmentIn this episode, Austin, Cristy and Ken chat about sacred art, sacramentals and other holy reminders for us on our journey to faith. Be inspired to sanctify your environment with daily reminders of holiness!
2019-09-1329 minVici MundumIt's Getting WonkyTina, Austin and Ken get wonky about wonky times. Oh, and Austin is leaving. You should listen.
2019-09-0637 min
Vici Mundum#BreakTheChains Day 11 - Stay in Your CellAustin shares how important it is to stay in your cell while praying... no matter what happens!
2019-08-3003 minVici MundumOur Friends, The SaintsTina, Ken and Austin share a few stories of St. Anthony helping them find lost things, which launches into a conversation about the helpfulness of saints. Why is it that the saints say they can do more good for us in Heaven than here on earth? Stayed tuned to the end to see which saints the three feel especially close to lately.
2019-08-3033 min
2019-08-2902 min
Vici Mundum#BreakTheChains Day 9 - PrayerAustin Farinholt talks about how the first step in prayer is like the first step in a 12 step program.
2019-08-2802 minVici MundumRote PrayerKen, Tina and Austin jump into a conversation about the importance of Repetitive or Rote Prayer. Why saying the rosary and other repetitive prayer is good for sanctifying your mind and thoughts, and how they can help you enter into the mystery of our God and the mystery of the other.
2019-08-2337 minVici MundumThe Love of WisdomWhat is the role of philosophy in the life of a Catholic? Austin's long-time friend, Rory O'Donnell joins the show to discuss this question. Rory is currently working on a PhD in Philosophy from Marquette University, and he joins Austin and Ken to give us some insight into the philosophical history of Christianity and why it matters to your life.
2019-08-1633 minVici MundumSpiritual ReadingKen White poses the question, "why read spiritual books?" to Tina and Austin. This launches a discussion on the fruits of reading spiritual books, and even includes a list of favorite books at the end of the podcast. Don't have a lot of time to read? Don't worry, there's a book for you, too.
2019-07-2632 minVici MundumTrust: Small Step or Giant Leap?Why do we find it so hard to trust in the Lord sometimes? Sometimes when we think about trust, we think we are only supposed to trust in the big decisions. What about the small ones? Austin, Ken and Tina break open this topic and they bring it down to the practical, including the steps we need to take in order to more fully trust in God.
2019-07-1234 minVici MundumI'll Do It MyselfKen and Austin talk about a characteristic so often found in our culture today, but one that our Bishops actually call the church into action to fight against... that is the idea of self-reliance and individualism. The guys break open this idea with stories and ways that we can see it play out in our lives today. They even talk about why it might be bad for us. All this and more on this week's episode!Also, happy 4th from the Vici Mundum Studio!
2019-07-0531 minVici MundumWhat Is A Human, Anyway?What does it mean to be human? Tina Wandersee kicks off a lively discussion with this loaded question, between herself, Fr. Nick Redmond, and Austin Farinholt. We know we are different than the animals, but what are some of those distinctions? Beyond that, what are some clues that we can recognize when we are not being truly human? All this and more in this week's episode!
2019-05-1729 minVici MundumTalking Small"Hey, how are you?""Ehh, I'm ok.""Great. See you later!"Does your small talk ever look like this? What are some anxieties that we have over engaging in small talk, particularly when the door opens to something deeper? Tina, Austin and Ken start with some small talk, and then break open a conversation on its value and the importance of communication leading to deeper knowledge and mystery of the other.
2019-05-1032 minVici MundumGood News-izationJames Carrano of The Evangelical Catholic joins Tina, Austin and Ken to talk about Good News-izing. Have you experienced Good News? How do you find it and what do you do with it when you experience it?Email James for the list of God's promises: jacarrano@gmail.com
2019-05-0338 minVici MundumGo to JailOne of our new parishioners here at Our Lady of Mount Carmel, John Ward, spent some time working with men in prison, and he shares some of his experiences practicing this corporal work of mercy. This experience sends Ken, Austin and John into a deeper conversation about the dignity of the human person and how prisoners, the poor, and the vulnerable are all people, but sometimes we can reduce them to their situation.
2019-04-2636 minVici MundumBe a VesselSometimes the Lord chooses the least likely person we would expect to speak through in order to tell us something. We need to be open to the Holy Spirit moving through us to love one another and be His vessel. Anthony Ferguson joins this episode with Tina, Austin and Ken.
2019-04-1931 minVici MundumAdmonishing Sinners"Admonish the sinner" is one of the spiritual works of mercy; however, it is not necessarily something we are excited to do. Tina, Austin and Fr. Nick talk about some of the challenges of admonishing, including the parable of the plank and splinter in the eye. Father gives some practical advice, and even encourages us to practice admonishing with charity.
2019-04-1235 minVici MundumSooo Bored...What is the interplay between creativity and boredom? Do we need to be bored in order to be creative? Tina, Austin and Ken continue last week's conversation to discuss how boredom is ever on the rise in our society, and how it is difficult to be creative when we are bored. How do we get "unbored?"
2019-04-0533 minVici MundumJust Do More, EfficientlyIs being unproductive a bad thing? Why do we hold productivity and efficiency at such a premium? Join Ken, Austin and Tina as they talk about the ironies of being productive. What are we productive for? Sometimes, its just to make room for more productivity.
2019-03-2933 minVici MundumTalking 101Austin traveled down to James Madison University's Catholic Campus Ministry to talk about talking. Bruno Ferrari (FOCUS Missionary), Austin Evans (Student), Eric Horne (Director of CCM) and Joan Zimmerman (CCM Intern) all jump into a conversation about what makes a good conversation and why it seems so hard to come by these days. What roles do vulnerability, responsibility and silence play in healthy communication? All this and more on this episode of the Vici Mundum Show!
2019-03-2233 minVici MundumHave a Joyful Hart Feat: Sarah HartIn this show, Sarah Hart – speaker, song writer and musician - joins Austin and Ken (and Cristy) to talk about what it means to have a joy filled and meaningful Lent. Sarah shares some funny stories about Lent, how she doesn’t just survive but thrives during the Lenten season, and gives practical ways we can remain full of joy during this penitential season. Learn more about Sarah Hart at www.sarahhart.com. Also, stick around for the end of the show for one of Sarah's Songs - Gather at the Water
2019-03-0834 minVici MundumSuffering with BakhitaFr. John David and Heber Dunkle join Austin and Tina as they let St. Josephine Bakhita inspire and lead their conversation about suffering. We often try to avoid suffering and it is hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel when we are suffering. St. Bakhita is a great saint who shows us that there is a light in the midst of great trial.
2019-02-2232 minVici MundumThe Healing is RealFather Nick shares with Tina and Austin that some of the most powerful moments of his priesthood so far (8 months and 5 days) have been his hospital visits, especially the Anointing of the Sick. He shares stories of physical and spiritual healing, and what this particular sacrament is all about.#FrNickistheBest
2019-02-1532 minVici MundumLivin' the Ascetical DreamAustin and Andrew Minarik talk about asceticism. They both did Exodus 90 together last year, and Andrew is currently doing it again. It's a 90 day ascetic program to rid yourself of too many attachments and grow closer to Jesus Christ. But what does asceticism do for us? Why should we consider it? Andrew and Austin share the fruits of their experience practicing asceticism together.
2019-02-0830 minVici MundumThe Quiet Game, Ft. Sr. Anna Joseph, O.P.Sister Anna Joseph, principal of Our Lady of Mount Carmel School, talks with Austin and Tina about the importance of silence. It can be hard to find silence in this day in age with instantaneous communication. In fact, sometimes it can be downright unsettling; however, all the great mysteries unfold in silence.The book, "The Power of Silence" by Cardinal Sarah is referenced in this episode. Check it out on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/2DEL2uj
2019-02-0132 minVici MundumPlease... Tame Me! Ft. Pat GormanAt Pat Gorman's recommendation, Austin and Tina read the book, The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. This book is filled with all sorts of insights for being in right relationship with each other, with God and with our occupation, particularly when the fox asked to be "tamed" by the little prince. Pat joins the show to share some of her insights and thoughts.You do not need to read the book prior to listening, but we do recommend it. You can get it on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/2FIR3Zp
2019-01-2532 minVici MundumGetaway TimeDeacon Dave Reaves joins the show to talk with Tina and Austin about what retreats are all about. God visited His people through the person of Jesus Christ and He wants to visit us today. Retreats give space for this to happen.
2019-01-1833 minVici MundumBe PoorAustin and Tina embrace their poverty without a third person on the show and so they figured that they might as well talk about poverty. Should we be poor? What is the difference between destitution and poverty? And what does it mean to be spiritually poor or spiritually destitute?
2019-01-1134 minVici MundumIntentional Social MediaWhy are you on social media and what are you doing while you're on it? Ken, Austin and Laura Powell, Catholic Campus Minister at Christopher Newport University, discuss being intentional on social media and using it to evangelize. How much should we share and how do we portray ourselves? All this and more!
2019-01-0433 minVici MundumResolutions SolutionsResolutions. Now is the time we typically start talking about the resolutions we want to make for the new year... but are our resolutions S.M.A.R.T.? We are good at making resolutions for ourselves, but what about resolutions we make with God? Join Ken, Anthony and Austin as they discuss this timely topic.
2018-12-2830 minVici MundumGifts! They're Everywhere!Tis the season for giving and receiving gifts! Tina, Ken and Austin get to the heart of gift giving, and make some surprising discoveries about receiving gifts well.
2018-12-2133 minVici MundumStrugglerAnthony, Austin and Ken break into Brother Isaiah's new song, Struggler, and discuss what it means to enter the struggle and emerge from the different struggles of life. Do we just want to get to the end of the struggle, or are we embracing being in the struggle?Check out the song and some "Struggler Gear" at Ascension Press.https://shop.ascensionpress.com/collections/poco-a-poco
2018-12-1433 minVici MundumDying and Rising... Another Day as a Christian, Feat. Deacon ReavesThe Paschal Mystery - Christ's life, death and resurrection - is at the heart of our Christian beliefs; but at the same time, this belief often plays itself out in the lives of Christians every day. Join Ken White and Austin Farinholt as they talk with Deacon Dave Reaves about the Paschal Mystery played out in our lives, and all the little "dyings and risings" involved in our growth toward Jesus.
2018-12-0731 minVici MundumI Will Wait, Feat: Seminarian Anthony Ferguson & Luke FarinholtAdvent is a time of preparation, something Luke Farinholt (brother of Austin Farinholt) and Anthony Ferguson are in the middle of with their vocation. Our guest, Luke, is engaged to be married in only a few short weeks, while Anthony is counting down the days until his ordination. Join Austin, Anthony and Luke as they discuss how Advent happens in our lives and how to enter into it and not just look forward to it being over.
2018-11-3036 minVici MundumPraying Alone or in Community? Feat: Tim BransfordWhat are some distinctions between private prayer and communal prayer? Jesus asks us to go into a private room to pray, but He also gave us the Liturgy of the Eucharist which is prayed together. Join Tina, Austin and Tim Bransford on a fund discussion about praying by ourselves with the Holy Trinity and praying with a group of people, particularly through the liturgy.
2018-11-2333 minVici MundumGet Uncomfortable, Feat: Sean ForrestSean Forrest - speaker, coach, musician and missionary - joins Austin and Ken to talk about what it means to "enter in" to the encounter with others and spread the Gospel. When will God comfort us? When we get uncomfortable. Sean shares about his experiences being a missionary in his day-to-day life and also in his work in Haiti. Learn more about Sean Forrest at www.seanforrest.com and his work in Haiti at www.haiti180.com.
2018-11-1638 minVici MundumEvangelize at Work, Feat. Deacon Dave ReavesDeacon Dave Reaves, business owner and now a newly ordained deacon, shares with Ken and Austin some of his experience and thoughts on how to bring Jesus to the workplace. From visible signs to using particular charisms given to us at baptism, we can evangelize our colleagues, clients and all those with whom we work.
2018-10-2631 minVici MundumCarnal Desire vs. Desires of the SpiritAustin, Ken and Tina talk about the flesh and the spirit, and how they are in battle with one another. Using St. Paul's verse in the letter to the Corinthians discussing how he does what he does not want, and does not do what he wants to do. Our carnal nature is in battle with our spiritual nature. They open this topic up and discuss how we get so easily distracted (by cake) from our desire for Jesus.
2018-10-1232 minVici MundumJesus is Interested in Your Interests, Feat. Ben FleserBen Fleser joins Austin and Ken to discuss how Jesus meets us wherever we are and draws us closer to Himself. Ben's interests in punk rock and skateboarding are no exception. Now Ben uses these interests to connect with the youth at his parish.
2018-10-0530 minVici MundumDominate or Dominion? Feat. Kevin RiedelWhat is the distinction between dominating and having dominion over the earth? How are we to properly relate to the environment? Tune in as Austin, Ken and Kevin discuss these questions, pulling from recent documents by Pope Benedict and Pope Francis.
2018-09-2133 minVici MundumWho is Chosen? feat. Fr. Nick RedmondThe invitation to a life of Christ is an invitation to so many people, but the Gospel says that while so many are invited, few are chosen. What does it mean to be chosen? Join Fr. Nick Redmond, Tina Wandersee and Austin Farinholt as they tackle this parable of the Wedding Feast.
2018-09-1428 minVici MundumWhy is Mary Such A Great Mother? feat. Josiah TaylorWhy should we have recourse to our Mother Mary? There is no "Book of Mary," yet we (Catholics) honor her and her role so highly. We need Mary because we need our mothers. What does it mean for Mary to be the New Ark of the covenant? All this and more is discussed by Ken, Austin, and Josiah Taylor, future Franciscan Friar (God-willing).
2018-08-3133 minVici MundumChastity = Freedom, feat. Randall TanAustin, Anthony, and Kevin welcome Randall Tan from The Culture Project to chat about the hotly debated topic of chastity.
2018-08-2432 minVici MundumEverybody's A Critic!Ken, Austin, and Anthony discuss how damaging "criticism" and gossip is to our neighbors and how we can "build up" instead!
2018-08-1734 minVici MundumAnalysis Paralysis: Making Decisions, feat. Kyle GlaünerParishioner, Kyle Glaüner joins the show to talk with Ken, Austin, and Anthony about how to discern both big and small decisions for God's glory.
2018-08-1032 minVici MundumWhy Fear the Lord?What does it mean to "fear" the Lord? Austin and Anthony tackle this big question and hopefully dispel some of the common misconceptions.
2018-08-0330 minVici MundumOklahoma Martyr: Blessed Stanley RotherAustin and Anthony share the incredible story of Blessed Stanley Rother, a priest from Oklahoma who could very well become the first male saint born in the United States. Fr Stanley served as a missionary in Guatemala during that country's fierce civil war, ultimately being martyred. His feast day is July 28th.
2018-07-2726 min
Vici MundumSt. Gianna Beretta Molla: Wife, Mother.... and SaintWhat can one of the newest saints teach us about how to live out the universal call to holiness within our families? Ken and Austin talk about how we are all called to be "monstrances" of God's life within us!
2018-06-2924 min
Vici MundumThe To-do List Culture: Why Are We So Busy?Ken and Austin chat about the "to-do" list mentality of today's world and how we can become more present to the people and tasks in our life without all that stress and anxiety!
2018-06-0828 min
Vici MundumAdoring Jesus in the Eucharist, feat. Heber DunkleHeber Dunkle joins Austin and Ken for a beautiful conversation about the Lord's Real Presence in the Most Holy Eucharist, just in time for the feast of Corpus Christi!
2018-06-0127 min
Vici MundumYou've Got A Friend: What Makes a Good Friendship?What makes a good friend? Tina, Austin and Anthony share their thoughts on what friendship is all about...with plenty of laughs along the way!
2018-05-2530 min
Vici MundumA Promising Podcast, feat. Chris MaslaSeminarian Chris Masla discusses the three promises he'll make when he is ordained a Transitional Deacon on May 19th. He also plays a bit of bluegrass with Austin, so be sure to listen to the very end! You won't want to miss this great conversation.
2018-05-1838 min
Vici MundumStar Wars and RealityAnthony, Ken, and Austin celebrate Star Wars Day with a lively discussion on Communion and Liberation Movement and its aim to receive Reality as it truly is, free from all bias and ideologies! May the Fourth be with you... And with your spirit.
2018-05-0432 min
Vici MundumSilencing the MonkeysAustin, Ken, and Anthony discuss silence: what it is, and why we desperately need it in this incredibly noisy world. Join us as we dive into passages from Cardinal Sarah's newest book, "The Power of Silence" that reveal our thirst for external and interior silence in God's presence. It's time to silence those monkeys in your head with the Lord's help!
2018-04-2728 min
Vici MundumBored with God: The Noonday DevilEver heard of the sin of "acedia?" Anthony, Ken, and Austin discuss the so-called "Noonday Devil" and how it makes us sad and bored with God... who is definitely NOT sad or boring!----------More Resources:Noonday Devil: Acedia, the Unnamed Evil of Our Times: http://a.co/clJ7LMpFighting the Noonday Devil: https://www.firstthings.com/article/2003/08/fighting-the-noonday-devil
2018-04-1330 min
Vici MundumComforting Jesus on the CrossTina, Austin and Anthony discuss consoling Christ. His suffering transcends time. Can comforting him transcend time, too? If so, how do we do this?
2018-04-0630 min
Vici MundumIs Loneliness Always Bad?Ken, Austin, and Anthony reflect on what it means to feel 'lonely' and how we can come to a deeper, more authentic intimacy with spouses, family, friends, and most importantly... with God.
2018-03-3027 min
Vici MundumPierced by Love, feat: Fr. Juan PabloFr. Juan Pablo from the Missionaries of Charity Fathers joins Ken White and Austin Farinholt as he unpacks what it means when Christ said, "I thirst," and inviting Mary to take you to the foot of the cross. They discuss what it means to have your heart pierced by Christ, and why we choose not to allow him to do it and expose our true vulnerability.
2018-03-2331 min
Vici MundumAffected by Beauty, feat. Fr. John DavidFather John David Ramsey, Pastor of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, joins Austin Farinholt and seminarian Anthony Ferguson for a discussion on natural and artistic beauty.
2018-03-1632 min
Vici MundumTake a Hike! The Mountaintop ExperienceAnthony, Austin and Ken embark on a lively discussion about the "mountaintop experience" of Christ. Can the gift of an experience of God be held on to? What do the mystics say? All this and more in this episode of the Vici Mundum Show!
2018-03-0926 min
Vici MundumWhy pray the Hail Mary?Anthony, Ken, and Austin discuss the Hail Mary and how it applies to Mary's life, but also to our life of discipleship. Mary is the ultimate disciple, and the words of the Angel Gabriel and the words of Mary's cousin Elizabeth have something to teach us about our heavenly Mother. It also gives us insight into how we are to grow closer to Christ through living this prayer as Mary did.
2018-03-0228 min
Vici MundumWhat is conversion all about?Austin, Ken, and Anthony meet with Josiah Taylor who shares his conversion story. They talk in depth about conversion being a more than one time process. What does it mean to grow in conversion? What do we do, vs. what does God do? All this and more in this podcast.
2018-02-2328 min
Vici MundumWhat does the Holy Father say about Lent?Seminarian Anthony Ferguson joins Austin Farinholt and Ken White as they discuss the Holy Father's message for Lent 2018. What are the signs that love has grown cold? How do we fight back? What is the bitter message of truth? Join us as we discuss our Holy Father's call of hope for this Lenten season.
2018-02-1625 min
Vici MundumHow Do We Serve the Poor?Austin Farinholt and Anthony Ferguson sit down with Tina Wandersee to talk about what she does and some of her experiences in the Outreach Office. Who are the vulnerable, and how do we help them? Are there situations when we cannot help them? All this and more in this episode!
2018-02-0130 min
Vici MundumDo We Need God?Anthony Ferguson, Austin Farinholt and Ken White tackle the question, "Do we need God?" A lively conversation about our dependence on God and His presence in our life.
2018-01-2413 min