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Catholic Saints & FeastsAugust 2: Saint Peter Julian Eymard, PriestAugust 2: Saint Peter Julian Eymard, Priest1811–1868Optional Memorial; Liturgical Color: WhiteApostle of the Holy EucharistThe Eucharist was the pearl that shone in his eyesThe great artist Auguste Rodin, who sculpted “The Thinker” and other world-famous pieces, met today’s saint in 1862 and joined his Congregation as a lay brother. Rodin was despondent over the death of his sister and wanted to abandon art and dedicate his life to God. Saint Peter Julian Eymard burned like a bonfire for God, but this was one vocation his flames would not consume. Fat...2025-08-0106 min
An American Journeye65 - Presidential pardons and Beach YogaIn episode 65, we are topical for a change and discuss all types of Presidential Pardons. Michael demonstrates deep misunderstanding from his two minutes of perusing Wikipedia. We also talk about the popularity of beach yoga in America. Other Show NotesLearn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.Learn more about America's future in Julian's second book, Are We There Yet2025-02-0550 minAn American Journeye64 - Renovating a HomeIn episode 63, we talk about the differences between renovating a house in the US from the UK. Michael starts very well in a quiz...but soon tapers offOther Show NotesLearn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.Learn more about America's future in Julian's second book, Are We There Yet2025-01-3039 minAn American Journeye63 - Caribbean CruisingIn episode 63, we talk about Caribbean cruising. While not (yet) part of America - those lucky islands will have to wait until the annexation of Canada and Greenland - a Caribbean cruise is a fairly American cultural experience.Michael asks the questions and learns how Julian ended up in a hot tub with a party of swingers. Other Show NotesLearn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.Learn more about America's future in Julian's second book, Are We There Yet2025-01-2249 minAn American Journeye59 - US Education (part 3 of three-part series)In Episode 59, Julian talks to his two daughters about the US education systemThis will be the third part of a three-part series where we explore how education in the US works, and - in particular - how it contrasts with that in the UK.Other Show NotesLearn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.Learn more about America's future in Julian's second book, Are We There Yet2024-12-031h 08
UVA and NOVA Legends Podcasts®Antitrust Attorney Michael EggeBishop O'Connell High's Michael Egge ('84) was a determined though undersized quarterback for the Knights and chased his football dreams at William & Mary, playing for legendary Tribe coach Jimmy Laycock. Mike for years has been one of the top antitrust attorneys in the nation and joins me to discuss his latest ground-breaking win and his philosophies on life, family and the practice of law.
Contents:
00:00 Introduction
02:00 The Illumina/Grail merger, a cancer screening matter at a time when cancer struck the Egge family; Grail's legacy
11:00 Mike's father, George Egge, a prominent international trade lawyer; The enormous Egge family
16:00 Mike's...2024-11-2542 minAn American Journeye62 - An analysis of the US Presidential ElectionAgainst Julian's better judgment, Michael wanted to do a podcast on the US election. Therefore, we look at the implications of the recent US elections for Democrats, Republicans, America, and Europe in as unbiased a manner as we could muster.If you are inclined to get angry at one side or the other, we respectfully suggest you skip this episode. If, however, you are interested in a more neutral view, this might interest you.Other Show NotesLearn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and...2024-11-151h 06An American Journeye61 - Alaskan Railways and Presidential DebatesIn Episode 61, Julian and Michael talk about Alaskan Railways. Julian thinks they are pricey and slow, but they do afford a good view at times.In the lead-up to the US General Election, Julian and Michael discuss the thorny history of Presidential Debates. Of course, we do get sidetracked into the current campaign.Other Show NotesLearn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.Learn more about America's future in Julian's second book, Are We There Yet2024-10-2646 minAn American Journeye60 - DC's Smithsonian Museums and Storage UnitsIn episode 60, Julian and Michael talk about 1. the Smithsonian Museums in Washington DC. 2. Julian also tries to convince Michael of the joys of leasing a storage unit (or at least why so many Americans have one).Other Show NotesLearn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.Learn more about America's future in Julian's second book, Are We There Yet2024-10-2356 min
Religion Media Centre PodcastRMC Briefing: The place of religion in the assisted dying debateA bill to allow assisted dying in England and Wales will be put before the Commons on 16 October, the first time in nine years that MPs will have had the chance to vote on the issue. The Lords have debated it many times, but in all cases, the measures have been defeated. This time, with a new intake of Labour MPs, and support from the Prime Minister for a free vote, there is hope among supporters that it will progress.But this Religion Media Centre briefing shows there remains entrenched opposition, including from bishops, amid concern that...2024-10-1057 min
Catholic Saints & FeastsSeptember 17: Saint Robert Bellarmine, Bishop and DoctorSeptember 17: Saint Robert Bellarmine, Bishop and Doctor1542–1621Optional Memorial; Liturgical Color: WhitePatron Saint of catechists and catechumensA learned scholar with a warm personality drives the Counter-Reformation forwardA massive, multi-volume work of Christian theology was published in the 1580s refuting Protestant errors. The volumes were of such encyclopedic and commanding erudition that readers assumed that the name on the books’ spines, “Bellarmine,” referred to an entire faculty of scholars. But the volumes were the work of just one incredible man, today’s saint, Robert Bellarmine. He was a one-man university. The Bellarmine...2024-09-1705 minAn American Journeye58 - US Education (part 2 of three-part series)In Episode 58, Julian talks to his two daughters about the US education systemThis will be the second part of a three-part series where we explore how education in the US works, and - in particular - how it contrasts with that in the UK.Other Show NotesLearn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.Learn more about America's future in Julian's second book, Are We There Yet2024-09-0651 minAn American Journeye57 - US Education (part one of a three part series)In Episode 57, Julian talks to his two daughters about the US education systemThis will be the first part of a three-part series where we explore how education in the US works, and - in particular - how it contrasts with that in the UK.Other Show NotesLearn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.Learn more about America's future in Julian's second book, Are We There Yet2024-08-2254 minAn American Journeye56 - Sedona, and Buying and Selling a HouseIn Episode 56, Michael and Julian talk about1. Sedona. Julian loves the red rock hikes, while Michael likes to explore his spiritual side.2. Buying and Selling a House. After three years of traveling and renting, Julian finally buys a house. We talk about the process of buying and selling a house in America and compare it with that of the UK. Michael attempts to pronounce Realtor. Other Show NotesLearn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.Learn more ab...2024-08-1650 minAn American Journeye55 - Deep South Music RoadtripIn Episode 55, Julian interviews Ian Barnes about a Deep South music road trip. In this journey, he and his family travel to the major music destinations of the Deep South, while learning about the South's history1. Memphis. The home of blues music2. 3. Natchez. An elegant but fading town on the Mississippi4. New Orleans. The home of jazz music and drunkenness5. Montgomery. Civil Rights history6. Atlanta. The home of hip-hop7. Pigeon Forge. Dollywood8...2024-08-0342 min
Take Back Your MindMysticism & The Modern Age with Matthew FoxToday’s Life Question of the Week comes from someone asking how to let go of the anger they feel towards a family member’s financial abundance when they believe they don’t deserve it. Next, Michael sits down with Matthew Fox. Matthew is an author, theologian, and activist priest who, for over 50 years, has ignited an international movement to awaken people to be mystics, prophets, and contemplative activists who honor the Earth and work for justice. He founded the University of Creation Spirituality to help establish a new pedagogy for learning spirituality grounded in an effort to reaw...2024-01-171h 09
Living Through the Word052: The Calendar AFTER ChristmasA CHRISTMAS SEASON BONUS EPISODE OF LIVING THROUGH THE WORD:
While December 25th dominates the life of the Church as we celebrate the Nativity of our Lord, there are three critical feast days that tell the account of the sacrifice paid for the cause of the Messiah on the 26th, 27th, and 28th of December that we must also commemorate.
Bishop Julian Dobbs is joined by the Venerable Michael McKinnon, rector of the Church of the Advent in Southern Pines North Carolina, as they discuss the feasts of St. Stephen, St. John, and the Holy Innocents.
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https://thechurchoftheadvent...2023-12-2648 min
ConspiritualityBonus Sample: Post Lapsed Catholic?Matthew follows up on his interview with Mike Lewis about Bishop Strickland with thoughts about:1) Building a bridge with progressive elements of a religion that claims 1.36 billion people globally, as it goes through another surge of paranoia and reactionary radicalization, and2) Building a bridge into a personal pastShow NotesVatican II: It's about that 'fresh air' | National Catholic Reporter The Smoke of Satan on the Silver Screen: The Catholic Horror Film, Vatican II, and the Revival of Demonology | Journal for the Academic Study of Religion More se...2023-12-1105 min
An American Journeye53 - Julian Bishop's Are We There YetIn Episode 53, Michael interviews Julian about his new book "Are We There Yet?"In a wide-ranging interview, they talk about historical and current immigration; the Amish; and the role travel books have in opening oneself up to new experiences. Michael enjoyed Julian's new book greatly, devouring it in 48 hours. He described it as a "right riveting read." Other Show NotesLearn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.Learn more about America's future in Julian's second book, Are We There Yet?2023-12-1038 minAn American Journeye52 - Tucson and Lewis & ClarkIn Episode 52, Michael and Julian talk about1. Tucson. Michael may not be able to pronounce it and hasn't been there, but Julian tells him that he should visit it on one of his next trips.2. Lewis & Clark. We talk about two of America's great explorers. Other Show NotesLearn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.Learn more about America's future in Julian's second book, Are We There Ye2023-12-0150 minAn American Journeye51 - American Rock Anthems & OrlandoIn Episode 51, Michael and Julian talk about1. American Rock Anthems. We talk about what makes an American Rock Anthem and talk about Born in the USA, More Than a Feeling, Living on a Prayer, Smells Like Teen Spirit, Don't Stop Believin', Sweet Home Alabama, Hotel California, and (the Canadian) Summer of 692. Orlando. Michael has recently come back from a big family holiday in Orlando. He talks about his time at Disney and Universal Other Show NotesLearn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop...2023-11-2243 minAn American JourneyE50 - St Louis and the American BeardIn Episode 50, Michael and Julian talk about1. St Louis. Julian has never visited the gateway to the West, but fortunately, Michael has.2. The American Beard. Two clean-shaven guys talk about why American men are more likely to be bearded than their British counterparts. Lots of data, including that the majority of American women like a beard on a man.Other Show NotesLearn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.Learn more about America's future in Julian's second...2023-11-0442 minAn American JourneyE49 - New York update with Michael Moran and Simon GosneyIn Episode 49, Michael talks to Simon Gosney about New York City. We also reprise an earlier episode about the Big Apple.Other Show NotesLearn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.Available here to buy as a paperback, ebook, or audiobook2023-10-0438 minAn American Journeye48 - The Assassination of JFK and Monument ValleyIn Episode 48, Michael and Julian talk about1. The Assassination of JFK. Julian is typically pragmatic, while Michael thinks it unlikely that Oswald could have hit the moving target twice from that distance. We talk conspiracy theories.2. Monument Valley. This is one of Julian's favorite places in the USA.Other Show NotesLearn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.Available here to buy as a paperback, ebook, or audiobook2023-06-1644 minAn American Journeye47 - Van Life and SkyscrapersIn Episode 47, Michael and Julian talk about1. Van Life. Have you thought about living in a van and traveling across America? Millions have this lifestyle2. Skyscrapers. Competition between New York and Chicago started a worldwide trend for very tall buildings. We discuss building regulations, elevators, and our favorite buildingsOther Show NotesLearn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.Available here to buy as a paperback, ebook, or audiobook2023-05-1050 minAn American Journeye46 - Memphis and an American TruckIn Episode 46, Michael and Julian talk about1. Memphis. Music, museums, and ducks. We also talk about Marc Cohn's Walking in Memphis2. American Trucks. Julian loves a truck and speculates why there are over 50 million on American roadsOther Show NotesLearn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.Available here to buy as a paperback, ebook, or audiobook2023-02-2338 minAn American Journeye45 - Resolutions, Niagara Falls, How Americans Dress for WorkIn Episode 45, Michael and Julian talk about1. Progress on New Year's Resolutions. Some progress but some setbacks2. Niagara Falls. We get sidetracked onto barrels and tightrope walking3. How Americans Dress for Work. More casually than in Europe. Again, we get sidetracked by the school uniforms of our youthOther Show NotesLearn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.Available here to buy as a paperback, ebook, or audiobook2023-02-0846 minAn American Journeye44 - New Year's Resolutions, Key West, Selecting a Republican Speaker, & Melvyn againIn Episode 44, Michael and Julian talk about1. New Year's Resolutions. Michael cuts and pastes his from the previous year...2. Key West. Michael loved it and plans to return next year3. Selecting a new Republican Speaker. Julian attempts valiantly to explain it to a dubious Michael4. Melvyn. Michael thinks he has had a lot of luck. Julian suspects that his success is down to hard work and being open to opportunities.Other Show NotesLearn more about how America's culture dev...2023-01-2351 minAn American Journeye43 - Interview with Melvyn AndersonIn Episode 43, Julian interviews Melvyn Anderson about his life as an East-End antique dealer. He talks about His upbringing. Melvyn was born in Stepney in the East End of London His time running a rough London pub. How he became an antique dealer. His impulsiveness, including the houses and boats he purchased because it seemed a good idea at the time.His life and experience in the USA. Other Show NotesLearn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide...2022-12-2839 minAn American Journeye42 - Venice, Florida and High School FootballIn Episode 42, Michael and Julian talk about1. Venice, Florida. Michael visits Julian in his hometown. They enjoy a parade, boating, and a railway museum...2. High School Football. Michael and Julian really enjoy going to a high school football game.Other Show NotesLearn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.Available here to buy as a paperback, ebook, or audiobookExcerpts, reviews, and more available hereConnect with Julian via:FacebookInstagramTw...2022-12-1758 minAn American JourneyE41 - Mount Rushmore & An American BeachIn Episode 41, Michael and Julian talk about1. Mount Rushmore & Surrounding Areas. Both Julian and Michael rate this part of America. Michael finds a train to see, while Julian is interested in the area's Native American history. Julian warns against Wall, SD.2. An American Beach. Julian talks about how an American beach differs from one in the UK. We talk about beach yoga, a dog beach, and shell collecting, Michael laments that people don't play cricket on an American beach.Other Show NotesLearn more about how Americ...2022-11-3048 minAn American JourneyE40 - New Orleans and Conspiracy TheoriesIn Episode 40, Michael and Julian talk about1. New Orleans. Michael doesn't like it at all. He is mistaken.2. Conspiracy Theories. Julian has read much of the academic literature about them. However, Michael prefers his own theories. We swap our favorite conspiracy theories. Michael surprises Julian by expressing some doubt over the moon landings.Other Show NotesLearn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.Available here to buy as a paperback, ebook, or audiobookExcerpts, reviews, and mor...2022-11-0243 minAn American Journeye39 - Recovering from a Hurricane and TailgatingIn Episode 39, Michael and Julian talk about1. Recovering from a Hurricane. From Julian's perspective, it looks really well organized.2. Tailgating. This has an entirely different meaning than in the UK. It is the most common type of party in the US.Other Show NotesLearn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.Available here to buy as a paperback, ebook, or audiobookExcerpts, reviews, and more available hereConnect with Julian via:FacebookInsta...2022-10-2143 minAn American JourneyE38 - Americans and the Queen, Cleveland, and why do Americans have so much space in their housesIn Episode 38, Michael and Julian talk about1. Why do Americans think that Julian has met the Queen? It is a good conversation starter2. Cleveland. Few foreign tourists go there but it has a number of charms3. Why do Americans have so much space in their houses? Michael predicts that his beloved would merely fill the extra space with stuffOther Show NotesLearn more about how America's culture developed in Julian Bishop's High, Wide, and Handsome.Available here to buy as a paper...2022-10-0959 min