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Holiness for the Working DayThe Backpack Effect – Travel Light, Live Free in Peace14th Sunday in Ordinary Time, 2025 In this episode, Fr. James reflects on The Backpack Effect—the paradoxical truth that the more you travel, the lighter you pack… not just in your luggage, but in life. Drawing from Jesus’ instructions to the 72 disciples in Luke 10, we explore how the spiritual life calls us to travel light, to surrender control, and to cultivate deep interior peace through trust in God’s providence. This isn’t just a homily—it’s a call to mission. But before we can share peace, we must receive it. Before we can preach t...
2025-07-0713 min
All About Al: The Pacino podcastEpisode 47: Dick Tracy with Doug DrexlerWarren Beatty's adaptation of Dick Tracy was a huge success at the box office when it was releases in 1990. It had an all-star cast including Madonna, Dustin Hoffman, James Caan, Catherine O'Hara, Dick Van Dyke and many more. It also went on to win three Oscars including one for best make-up. To celebrate the film's 35th anniversary, Doug Drexler recalls his time working on the film as a make-up artist. He talks about working directly with Al Pacino, why that scared him so much and how, for the first time, he was star-struck.
2025-06-1633 min
Basilica of Saint Mary PodcastEpisode 648: Father James Searby Shares a Homily during Pentecost SundayFather James Searby, a parochial vicar, shares a homily during Pentecost Sunday. It was given in the Basilica on June 8, 2025.
2025-06-0914 minHoliness for the Working DayMeditation on Sonship, Forgiveness, and Spiritual BattleIn this episode, we journey into the heart of the interior life—where sonship is not just a theological idea but a lived identity, rooted in the truth of God’s love. Fr. Searby explores how misbeliefs about ourselves and others become strongholds for spiritual distortion, and how forgiveness and spiritual warfare begin in reclaiming truth. This is a call to detach from the lies of the enemy, re-align our hearts with the Father’s voice, and live in the radical freedom of those who know they are deeply loved.
2025-05-3038 min
Basilica of Saint Mary PodcastEpisode 623: Father James Searby Shares a Communal First Saturday Reflection on the Fourth Joyful Mystery of the RosaryFather James Searby, a parochial vicar, offers a reflection on the Fourth Joyful Mystery of the Rosary for our Communal First Saturday for April. It was recorded on April 5, 2025.
2025-04-0717 min
All About Al: The Pacino podcastEpisode 41: The Local Stigmatic with Wilson JamesHeathcote Williams' play The Local Stigmatic was made into a feature film by Al Pacino. However, it took over five years for it to be finished and then was only shown in a handful of select screenings including it's first showing at New York's Museum of Modern Art in March 1990. The play is about two British sociopaths wo spend their days wander the dog tracks of London while also being obsessed with celebrity culture. The film see's Pacino play Graham opposite Paul Guilfoyle's Ray. It's a film that very few people have seen.British...
2025-03-2436 min
Basilica of Saint Mary PodcastEpisode 621: Father James Searby Shares a Homily during the Fourth Sunday of LentFather James Searby, a parochial vicar , shares a homily during the Fourth Sunday of Lent. It was given in the Basilica on March 30, 2025.
2025-03-1321 minBasilica of Saint Mary PodcastEpisode 615: Father James Searby Reflects on the Third Joyful Mystery of the RosaryFather James Searby, a parochial vicar, offers a reflection on the Third Joyful Mystery of the Rosary, the Nativity, for our Communal First Saturday for March. It was recorded on March 1, 2025.
2025-03-0319 minBasilica of Saint Mary PodcastEpisode 605: Father James Searby's Homily for the Third Sunday in Ordinary TimeFather James Searby, a parochial vicar, shares a homily during the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on January 26, 2025.
2025-01-2818 min
All About Al: The Pacino podcastEpisode 35: Any Given Sunday with Greg OrvisAny Given Sunday is a huge, bombastic movie about the world of American Football, and specifically the fortunes of the Miami Sharks. It features an all-star cast including Cameron Diaz, LL Cool J, Jamie Foxx, Matthew Modine, John C. McGinley, Ann-Margaret, James Woods and many ex-football stars. It also features Al Pacino, and see's him deliver one of this greatest speeches in film history. It's a drama that even non-sports fans can enjoy.To talk about appearing in the film, actor Greg Orvis joins the podcast. Orvis talks about how he got cast (it involves a...
2024-12-3031 minBasilica of Saint Mary PodcastEpisode 601: Father James Searby's Homily for the Fourth Sunday of AdventFather James Searby, a parochial vicar, shares a homily during the Fourth Sunday of Advent. It was given in the Basilica on December 22, 2024.
2024-12-2316 min
Holiness for the Working DayThe Little Way & The Feminine HeartThis was a meditation given during an evening of recollection for women. It is based on the Little Way of St. Therese. I recommend it for all women and girls. I also recommend sitting back, turning down the lights and allowing yourself time of contemplative peace where you can lean in, listening, and allow the Father to hold you and speak to your heart as he delights in you. - Fr. Searby
2024-12-0624 minBasilica of Saint Mary PodcastEpisode 591: Father James Searby's Homily for the 31st Sunday in Ordinary TimeFather James Searby, a parochial vicar, shares a homily during the 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on November 3, 2024
2024-11-0416 minBasilica of Saint Mary PodcastEpisode 590: Father James Searby Reflects on the Fourth Glorious Mystery of the RosaryFather James Searby, a parochial vicar, offers a reflection on the Fourth Glorious Mystery of the Rosary, the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, for our Communal First Saturday for November. It was recorded on November 2, 2024.
2024-11-0417 minBasilica of Saint Mary PodcastEpisode 578: Father James Searby Shares a Homily from the 26th Sunday in Ordinary TimeFather James Searby, a Parochial Vicar at the Basilica, shares a homily during the 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time. It was given in the Basilica on September 29, 2024. Following his sermon, as part of Commitment Weekend, Father Edward Hathaway, the Rector of the Basilica, inspires parishioners to donate to fund the mission and programs of the parish during the 2024 Sunday Offertory Program, "Serving with the Heart of Christ." Click here to learn more and to donate: https://stmaryoldtown.org/2024offertory
2024-09-3012 minBasilica of Saint Mary PodcastEpisode 566: Father James Searby Shares a Theology on Tap Talk Called “I’m Freakin’ Out: Finding God through Anxiety" Father James Searby, a parochial vicar at the Basilica, shares a Theology on Tap talk called “I’m Freaking out: finding God through Anxiety.” He spoke at Murphy’s Grand Irish Pub in Alexandria, Va, on Aug. 5, 2024. If you would like a more comprehensive exploration of anxiety and a Catholic approach to mindfulness and healing, go to Fr. Searby's podcast, Holiness for the Working Day, and search for a multi-part series he did called "Mindfulness in an Anxious World" several years ago. He also recommends another course he taught on the podcast called "the Little Way" about St. There...
2024-08-0751 min
Holiness for the Working DayI'm Freaking Out: Finding God Through AnxietyThis is a talk that was given at Theology on Tap at Murphy's Grand Irish Pub in Old Town Alexandria, VA. If you would like a more comprehensive exploration of anxiety and a Catholic approach to mindfulness and healing please search my podcast for a multi-part series I did called "Mindfulness in an Anxious World" some years ago. I also recommend another course I taught on the Podcast called "the Little Way" about St. Therese and her little way. I hope this talk helps anyone who is struggling with anxiety. I am praying for you. Fr. Searby
2024-08-0651 min
All About Al: The Pacino podcastEpisode 19: Axis Sally with Swen TemmelAmerican Traitor: The Trail of Axis Sally tells the true story of Mildred Gillars (played by Meadow Williams), who was forced to sing defeatist war propaganda tracks by the Nazis. She was captured by the Americans and sent to trail. Her lawyer James Laughlin (played by Al Pacino) tries to redeem her reputation.This little seen historical drama was released during 2021, when the world was caught up in a pandemic. It is based on the book Axis Sally Confidential by William Owen and features some classic Pacino courtroom grandstanding.Actor Swen Temmel appears in...
2024-06-0332 min
All About Al: The Pacino podcastEpisode 17: Glengarry Glen Ross with James FoleyGlengarry Glen Ross features an all-star cast including Alan Arkin, Alec Baldwin, Jack Lemmon, Ed Harris, Jonathan Pryce and, of course, Al Pacino. Based on David Mamet's play about real estate salesmen trying to get even with their bosses by stealing the good sales leads.Director James Foley joins the podcast to discuss working on the film. He talks about how he first met Pacino, what it was like working with him on the film and how he has reflected on it for the first time very recently.All About Al: The Pacino...
2024-05-0643 min
All About Al: The Pacino podcastEpisode 15: Any Given Sunday with Leslie PittAny Given Sunday is a exhilarating film about an American Football team. It see's Al Pacino play the coach of the Miami Sharks, an embattle coach who is trying to get his team to all pull in the right direction. He also faces problems from the team's new owner. It's on and off the field turmoil.The film features a huge ensemble cast including Jamie Foxx, Dennis Quaid, James Woods, LL Cool J, Mathew Modine, Charlton Heston, Ann-Margret, Aaron Eckhart, John C. McGinley, Cameron Diaz and many more. Written and directed by Oliver Stone....
2024-04-0844 min
All About Al: The Pacino podcastEpisode 13: Insomnia with James KingInsomnia seems to be the forgotten Christopher Nolan film when discussing the directors filmography. But it stars Al Pacino, Robin Williams and Hilary Swank - three Academy Award winners. How can it be forgotten/overlooked?BBC Radio 2 film critic James King joins the podcast to discuss why Insomnia is such an intense film, how Pacino's performance is so natural and what makes this a great remake.All About Al: The Pacino Podcast is written, edited and presented by Mark Searby Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-03-1143 min
Holiness for the Working DayENCOUNTERS: A conversation with Peter SearbyWelcome to ENCOUNTERS, a new series on Holiness for the Working Day. These "encounters" are conversations with people from all walks of life about creatively living the adventure of life and faith. I hope you enjoy it and share it generously. Peter Searby is my younger brother and founder of Riverside https://rside.org/ His new book "Casting Fire: A Guide to the Adventure and Imagination of Boyhood" is available on Amazon. https://shorturl.at/cyIO2 I absolutely love this book and I think its a must read for all parents and educators, p...
2023-11-211h 22Holiness for the Working DayCasting Fire & The Glory of the LaityThis is the book that I mention in the Podcast by my brother, Peter Searby. Casting Fire: A Guide to the Adventure and Imagination of Boyhood https://a.co/d/hUgWfX9 I highly recommend it and stay tuned for a future interview with him about his book on this podcast.
2023-10-2711 min
The Dewing Virtue PodcastEp. 1: Divinization, Virtue, and the Christian LifeWelcome to Dewing Virtue! A Catholic Podcast. Where virtue is what we do.
From your hosts: Anthony Criste, Mark LaRochelle, and Brian Hicks
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Holiness for the Working DayEaster 2023: Humor & HopeI wish all of you a Happy Easter. HE HAS RISEN! A special Thanks to my brother, Peter Searby, for writing and recording the new intro music. For more information on what he's creating please check out his educational program, Riverside, and his Reverb Nation page for music. https://rside.org/ https://www.reverbnation.com/petesearby
2023-04-1019 min
Phoenix FM Film ReviewsPhoenix FM Film Reviews - 23 March 2023This week Mark reviews:
John Wick: Chapter 4 - John Wick uncovers a path to defeating the High Table. But before he can earn his freedom, he must face off against a new enemy with powerful alliances across the globe.
Infinity Pool - James and Em Foster are enjoying a beach vacation together when a fatal accident exposes the resorts perverse subculture of hedonistic tourism, reckless violence and surreal horror.
80 For Brady - A group of friends make it their life-long mission to go to the Super Bowl...
2023-03-2331 minHoliness for the Working DayHow to REALLY Love Someone23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year A EZ 33:7-9 MT 18:15-20
2020-09-0619 min2020-09-0412 minHoliness for the Working DayRerelease of Mindfulness in an Anxious World: Class 1This was a class on anxiety and mindfulness that I published many years ago. This is a rerelease of the class that is particularly fitting for these days we are in. I hope it continues to help you. This is a 9 part class that will be rereleased this month.
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Holiness for the Working DayThe Kingdom Here & Now: 17th Sunday in Ordinary TimeMT 13:44-52 OR 13:44-46
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Holiness for the Working DaySowing Seeds: 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year AMT 13:24-43 OR 13:24-30
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Holiness for the Working Day1st. Homily at St. Timothy Parish, 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year AMT 10:37-42
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2019-09-3017 minHoliness for the Working DayVerso l'Alto 3: Roman Myth and Catholic InquiryIn this episode we explore aspects of the mythology of Rome, the "cult" of Sts. Peter and Paul and the need for "Fides et Ratio"
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Searching for MoreAn Interview with Fr. James Searby on Catholic Campus Ministry, the largest student organization on Geroge Mason University's campusFather James Searby is the Chaplain at George Mason University, where Catholic Campus Ministry is the largest student organization on campus! Learn how Fr. Searby is able to reach so many students. Find Fr. Searby's podcast, "Holiness for the Working Day," on his website at fathersearby.com.
2018-08-0632 min
Diocese of Arlington2minutes2virtue: Fr. James Searby "Correcting Correctly" (September 10, 2017)2minutes2virtue: Fr. James Searby "Correcting Correctly" (September 10, 2017) by Audio resources from the Arlington Diocese
2017-09-1102 minDiocese of Arlington2minutes2virtue: Fr. James Searby "You Duped Me" (September 3, 2017)2minutes2virtue: Fr. James Searby "You Duped Me" (September 3, 2017) by Audio resources from the Arlington Diocese
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