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Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyA better Adam, and Beatitude week!It’s Beatitude Week! Join Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn, and Kate Olivera as they unpack the readings for the Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time— including a reading from Zephaniah about the day of the Lord and the beatitudes in the Gospel of Matthew.Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 4:50Reading 1 - Zephaniah 2: 3; 3:12-13Psalm 146: 6-10Reading 2 - 1 Corinthians 1: 26-31Gospel - Matthew 5: 1-12a This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visi...
2026-01-2857 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyA great light, and an inversion of the exileDr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn, and Kate Olivera look ahead at the readings for the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time— including an Advent-y passage from Isaiah, St. Paul’s strong message about unity to the church in Corinth, and Jesus’ withdrawal to Galilee. This episode is brought to you by the Institute for Liturgical Formation at Christendom College’s Graduate School of Theology.This summer, consider spending four weeks at the Institute for Liturgical Formation— immersed in reverent liturgy and rigorous academics.To learn more, visit christendom.edu/liturgyAlready read the readin...
2026-01-2158 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyOrigin storiesJoin Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn, and Kate Olivera as they look ahead to the readings for the Second Sunday in Ordinary Time— including a servant song in Isaiah, a Davidic psalm, and new creation in the Gospel of John.This episode is brought to you by 5 Stones, a trusted Catholic partner for apostolates who need help with mission-critical services like marketing, fulfillment, technology, or customer service.Learn more at weare5stones.com/pillar-
Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 6:15Reading 1 - Isaiah 49: 3, 5-6Psalm 40: 2, 4, 7-10...
2026-01-1445 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyTurning pointsJoin Dr. Scott Powell and Kate Olivera as they look ahead to the readings for the Baptism of the Lord— including the first of the servant songs in Isaiah, a turning point in the New Testament, and Jesus’ baptism in the Jordan river.Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 5:10Reading 1 - Isaiah 42: 1-4, 6-7Psalm 29: 1-4, 9-10Reading 2 - Acts 10:34-38Gospel - Matthew 3: 13-17 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visi...
2026-01-0756 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyA wicked king, a puppet king, and the king of kingsJoin Dr. Scott Powell and Kate Olivera as they look ahead to the readings for the Epiphany of the Lord— including a psalm for the coronation of a wicked king, one of the Church’s first encyclicals, and the retelling of the magi’s search for Jesus.Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 5:56Reading 1 - Isaiah 60: 1-6Psalm 72: 1-2, 7-8, 10-13Reading 2 - Ephesians 3: 2-3a, 5-6Gospel - Matthew 2: 1-12 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get...
2025-12-3158 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudySubmissive wives, and the Holy Family flees to EgyptJoin Dr. Scott Powell and Kate Olivera as they look ahead to the readings for the Feast of the Holy Family— including St. Paul’s heavily misunderstood words to Christians in Colossae about family structure, and the Holy Family’s flight to Egypt.Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 7:11Reading 1 - Sirach 3: 2-6, 12-14Psalm 128: 1-5Reading 2 - Colossians 3: 12-21Gospel - Mt 2:13-15, 19-23 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit...
2025-12-261h 00
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyA new genesis, and genealogiesDr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn, and Kate Olivera look ahead to the readings for the Christmas Vigil Mass— including St. Paul’s letter to the Ephesians, and the genealogy that launches the New Testament. If you like listening to Sunday School, consider becoming a paying subscriber to The Pillar. It’s just $8 a month, and it helps make this podcast possible. You can subscribe here: pillarcatholic.com/subscribeAlready read the readings? Skip ahead to 11:40Reading 1 - Isaiah 62:1-5Psalm 89: 4-5, 16-17, 27, 29Reading 2 - Acts 13: 16-17, 22-25Gospel...
2025-12-231h 07
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyThe underground king, and a new genesisJoin Dr. Scott Powell and Kate Olivera as they look ahead to the readings for the Fourth Sunday of Advent— including a royal narrative in Isaiah, St. Paul’s understanding of the word ‘gospel,’ and the angel’s appearance to St. Joseph. Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 4:25Reading 1 - Isaiah 7:10-14Psalm 24: 1-6Reading 2 - Romans 1:1-7Gospel - Matthew 1:18-24 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscr
2025-12-171h 01
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyThe wilderness, and the vengeance of the LordLook ahead to the readings for the Third Sunday of Advent with Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn and Kate Olivera— including a poem from Isaiah about a wilderness in bloom, and St. John the Baptist asking Jesus about his identity. This episode of Sunday School is sponsored by the Aquinas Institute of Theology’s Doctor of Ministry in Preaching program.Become the kind of preacher the Church needs today.Learn more at ai.edu/DMin-Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 5:15Reading 1 - Isaiah 35:1-6a, 1...
2025-12-1059 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible Study'Snake Eyes' and stinky grapesJoin Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn, and Kate Olivera as they look ahead to the readings for the Second Sunday of Advent— including the Isaiah prophecy that ushers in what Scott describes as the “long Advent of the Old Testament,” and the Gospel story of John the Baptist preaching repentance in the wilderness. This episode of Sunday School is sponsored by the Aquinas Institute of Theology’s Doctor of Ministry in Preaching program.Become the kind of preacher the Church needs today.Learn more at ai.edu/DMin-Already...
2025-12-031h 08
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyStuck in the middle with youJoin Dr. Scott Powell and Kate Olivera as they look ahead to the First Sunday of Advent— and the beginning of a new liturgical year— with readings from Isaiah, Romans and Matthew. This episode of Sunday School is sponsored by the Aquinas Institute of Theology’s Doctor of Ministry in Preaching program.Become the kind of preacher the Church needs today.Learn more at ai.edu/DMin-Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 6:45Reading 1 - Isaiah 2:1-5Psalm 122: 1-9Reading 2 - Romans...
2025-11-261h 04
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyThe outcast kings, and the importance of placeIt’s the Solemnity of Christ the King, a feast Dr. Scott Powell describes as an exclamation point to end this liturgical year.Join Scott, JD Flynn, and Kate Olivera as they talk about David’s coronation, St. Paul’s letter to the Colossians, and the revolutionary’s recognition of Jesus’ kingship. This episode of Sunday School is sponsored by the Aquinas Institute of Theology’s Doctor of Ministry in Preaching program.Become the kind of preacher the Church needs today.Learn more at ai.edu/DMin-Already re...
2025-11-1959 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyTwo temples, and the day of the LordAs we approach the end of the liturgical year, our Sunday readings are turning more intense and apocalyptic. Join Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn, and Kate Olivera as they unpack the readings for the Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time— including God’s last words in the Old Testament and Jesus’ eschatological discourse in the Gospel of Luke. This episode of Sunday School is sponsored by the Aquinas Institute of Theology’s Doctor of Ministry in Preaching program.Become the kind of preacher the Church needs today.Learn more at ai.edu/DMin-
2025-11-121h 07
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyLiving waters, and Jesus' cleansing of the TempleJoin Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn, and Kate Olivera as they unpack the readings for this week’s Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica— including Ezekiel’s eschatological vision of a temple and Jesus’ cleansing of the Temple. This episode of Sunday School is sponsored by the Aquinas Institute of Theology’s Doctor of Ministry in Preaching program, where you can become the kind of preacher the Church needs today.Learn more at ai.edu/DMin-Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 11:20Reading 1 - Ezekiel 47:1-2, 8-9, 1...
2025-11-051h 15
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyAll Souls' Day and God's faithfulness beyond the graveJoin Dr. Scott Powell and Kate Olivera as they look ahead to the readings for All Souls’ Day— including one of the very few Old Testament references to life after death, and Jesus’ cryptic message in the Gospel of John about doing the will of God.This episode of Sunday School is sponsored by SEEK 2026.Invite your parish to experience encounter, community, and transformation at SEEK 2026—January 1–5 in Columbus, OH • Fort Worth, TX • Denver, CO.Learn more at seek.focus.org-Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 5:35Reading 1...
2025-10-2959 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyBribing God: the Pharisee and the tax collectorJoin Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn, and Kate Olivera as they unpack the readings for the Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time— including Jesus’ parable about a pharisee and a tax collector making offerings in the temple.This episode of Sunday School is sponsored by SEEK 2026.Invite your parish to experience encounter, community, and transformation at SEEK 2026—January 1–5 in Columbus, OH • Fort Worth, TX • Denver, CO.Learn more at seek.focus.org-Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 6:05.Reading 1 - Sirach 35:12-14, 16-18Psalm 34: 2-3, 17-19, 2...
2025-10-2253 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible Study‘Increase our faith,’ and God answers HabakkukIt’s the Twenty-Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time. Join Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn and Kate Olivera as they talk about this week’s readings— including God’s answer to Habakkuk’s question about pending suffering, St. Paul’s last letter, and Jesus’ words about the power of faith the size of a mustard seed.This episode of Sunday School is sponsored by Mission Ignite at The Mark 5:19 Project.We exist to foster thriving, apostolic parishes. Mission Ignite walks with your parish for 10 months to create a culture of evangelization and make Jesus’ name known and loved in you...
2025-10-0154 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyWine from bowls, and Lazarus finger waterIt’s the Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Join Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn, and Kate Olivera as they talk more about the minor prophet Amos’ warnings to the northern kingdom, an Allelujah psalm and St. Paul’s pastoral letter to Timothy.Then, Scott unpacks the Gospel parable about Lazarus and the rich man.-This episode of Sunday School is sponsored by FOCUS Retreats, offering deeply Catholic, low-lift retreats that ignite discipleship, transform lives, and multiply the mission of Jesus Christ in the modern world.To learn more, visit focus.org/re...
2025-09-241h 03
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyRight worship, and the parable of the shrewd scoundrelIt’s the Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Join Dr. Scott Powell and Kate Olivera as they talk about the minor prophet Amos, the Egyptian Hallel, and one of St. Paul’s pastoral letters. Then, Scott gives a helpful framework for approaching the confusing parable of the shrewd scoundrel. This episode of Sunday School is sponsored by the St. Paul Center. Priests, grow in your love for Christ and for your ministry through study, faith, and fellowship at a St. Paul Center Priest Conference.To learn more— or register to attend a St. Paul Center Priest...
2025-09-171h 07
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyThe kenotic hymn and the power of memoryIt’s the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross. Join Dr. Scott Powell and Kate Olivera as they talk about how the Book of Numbers got its name, the importance of memory, and the kenotic hymn in Philippians. Then, Nicodemus has a dialogue with Jesus in the Gospel of John.This episode of Sunday School is sponsored by SEEK. Invite your parish to experience encounter, community, and transformation at SEEK 2026 January 1-5 in Columbus, OH; Fort Worth, TX; and Denver, CO.Learn more at seek.focus.org-Already re...
2025-09-1058 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyPhilemon and Onesimus, and the world upside downIt’s the Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time! Join Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn, and Kate Olivera as they talk about one of the greatest stories in the Bible. But first, we’ll hear from the Book of Wisdom and a rare psalm attributed to Moses. Then, in the Gospel of Luke Jesus shares two confusing mini-parables. This episode of Sunday School is sponsored by the St. Paul Biblical Center.Priests, grow your love for Christ and for your ministry through study, faith and fellowship at a St. Paul Center Priest Conference.To lear...
2025-09-0357 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyGod loves the poor, and we are poorIt’s the Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time! Join Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn, and Kate Olivera as they talk about Sirach and its place within Wisdom literature. Then, they talk about a call to humility in Hebrews and a Gospel parable about guests and seats of honor.This episode of Sunday School is sponsored by FOCUS Retreats, empowering parishes and leaders to offer deeply Catholic, low-lift retreats that ignite discipleship, transform lives, and multiply the mission of Jesus Christ in the modern world.To learn more, visit focus.org/retreats/ to schedule a quick ca...
2025-08-271h 02
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyThe narrow gate and the locked doorIt’s the Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time! Join Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn and Kate Olivera as they talk about the cyclical nature of the Old Testament, and parenting imagery in this week’s readings from Isaiah and Hebrews.Then, Jesus responds to the question “Who will be saved?” in the Gospel of Luke.This episode of Sunday School is sponsored by FOCUS Retreats, empowering parishes and leaders to offer deeply Catholic, low-lift retreats that ignite discipleship, transform lives, and multiply the mission of Jesus Christ in the modern world.To learn more, vi...
2025-08-201h 07
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyJeremiah and the cistern, and suffering for the sake of joyIt’s the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time. Join Dr. Scott Powell and Kate Olivera as they explore the context for the book of Jeremiah, and talk about why exactly Jesus comes "to set the earth on fire."This episode of Sunday School was brought to you by the St. Paul Center.Priests, grow your love for Christ and for your ministry through study, faith and fellowship at a St. Paul Center Priest Conference.To learn more, visit stpaulcenter.com/priests-Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 18:00...
2025-08-131h 02
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyA knowable mystery, and undercover bossIt’s the Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, and our readings are filled with little riddles. Join Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn and Kate Olivera as they talk about what it means that the Passover was “known beforehand to our fathers.” Then, Scott gives the context of the Letter to the Hebrews and suggests Jesus’ Gospel parable about the master returning home at an unknown hour should evoke feelings of excitement rather than anxiety.-This episode of Sunday School is brought to you by the St. Paul Center. Priests, grow your love for Chri...
2025-08-061h 06
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudySodom and Gomorrah— and who is God?This episode contains discussion of sexual violence and may not be suitable for children.Join Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn, and Kate Olivera as they unpack the story of Sodom and Gomorrah, and discuss how it could be connected to this week’s other readings from the Psalms and Colossians. Then, Scott makes the argument the Our Father is all about the Exodus. Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 7:17.Reading 1 - Genesis 18:20-32Psalm 138: 1-3, 6-8Reading 2 - Colossians 2:12-14Gospel - Luke 11:1-13...
2025-07-2357 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyMartha and Mary, and a terebinth is an oakIt’s the Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time! Join Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn, and Kate Olivera as they explore the temptation to make idols in the Old Testament, and the connection between Old Testament blessings and curses and the corporal works of mercy Catholics practice today. Then, Scott provides some context for the well-known Gospel story of Martha and Mary.You can find Scott’s book here: Walking with Christ: A Journey Through the Gospel of LukeAlready read the readings? Skip ahead to 5:11.Reading 1 - Genesis 18:1-10aPs...
2025-07-1645 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyYou’ve Got Tablets, the Good Samaritan, and the lawIt’s the Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time! Join Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn, and Kate Olivera as they wrestle with the paradox of the Mosaic law and the parable of the Good Samaritan.Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 6:06.Reading 1 - Deuteronomy 30: 10-14Psalm 69: 14, 17, 30-31, 33-34, 36, 37Reading 2 - Colossians 1: 15-20Gospel - Luke 10: 25-37 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe
2025-07-091h 05
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyLabor pains, and heaven is a place on earthJoin Dr. Scott Powell and Kate Olivera as they talk about the purpose of ordinary time, why God allows bad things to happen, and Jesus’ appointment of 72 to go ahead of him on the way to Jerusalem. Check out Scott’s book here: Walking with Christ: A Journey Through the Gospel of LukeAlready read the readings? Skip ahead to 7:00.Reading 1 - Isaiah 66:10-14cPsalm 66: 1-7, 16, 20Reading 2 - Galatians 6:14-18Gospel - Luke 10:1-12, 17-20 This is a public episode. If you'd like to d...
2025-07-0258 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyPeter's Passover, and Paul's final letterIt’s the Solemnity of Ss. Peter and Paul! Join Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn, and Kate Olivera to talk about St. Peter’s exodus from prison on the Feast of Unleavened Bread, St. Paul’s final letter, and Jesus’ giving the keys of the kingdom to St. Peter. Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 6:52.Reading 1 - Acts 12: 1-11Psalm 34: 2-9Reading 2 - 2 Timothy 4: 6-8, 17-18Gospel - Matthew 16: 13-19 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscrib...
2025-06-251h 04
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyThe mysterious Melchizedek, and the feeding of the 5,000It’s time to celebrate Corpus Christi! Join Dr. Scott Powell, Kate Olivera, and JD Flynn as they explore the identity of the mysterious Melchizedek, and the connection between the priesthood and the feeding of the 5,000 in the Gospel.Reading 1 - Genesis 14: 18-20Psalm 110: 1-4Reading 2 - 1 Corinthians 11: 23-26Gospel - Luke 9: 11b-17 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe
2025-06-1857 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyChokmah and a liturgical slapdownIt’s Trinity Sunday! Join Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn, and Kate Olivera as they wrestle with chokmah, St. Paul’s Christological reshaping of chokmah in his letter to the Romans, and Jesus’ farewell discourse at the Last Supper.Reading 1 - Proverbs 8:22-31Psalm 8: 2a, 4-9Reading 2 - Romans 5:1-5Gospel - John 16:12-15Interested in advertising on Sunday School? Email Michelle at mlarosa@pillarcatholic.com-A history of Catholic slaps, punches, and all-out brawls This is a public episode. If you'd...
2025-06-1153 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyJudas’ betrayal and all the sandwichesIt’s the Fifth Sunday of Easter! Join Dr. Scott Powell and Kate Olivera as they talk about a chiasm in Acts of the Apostles and reflect on the betrayal of Judas.Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 7:25Reading 1 - Acts 14:21-27Psalm 145: 1, 8-13Reading 2 - Revelation 21:1-5aGospel - John 13:31-33a, 34-35This episode of Sunday School was brought to you by Amazing Parish. Amazing Parish coaches hundreds of Catholic pastors across the U.S each year— to reinvigorate and...
2025-05-1459 min
Dvojitý PitstopSuverénní McLaren v Miami a Briatore s Colapintem v AlpineV novém Dvojitém Pitstopu probíráme Velkou cenu Miami.Dominance McLarenu, chaos a zmar ve Ferrari, úžasný víkend Williamsu a dočkáte se i autentických live reakcí na oznámení Alpine o výměně Olivera Oakese za Flavia Briatoreho.Příjemný poslech!
2025-05-071h 08
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudySheep and the 144,000 sealedIt’s Good Shepherd Sunday! Join Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn and Kate Olivera as they talk about St. Paul and Barnabas’ disruption at a synogogue in Antioch, the 144,000 sealed in Revelation and Jesus, the Good Shepherd.Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 4:45Reading 1 - Acts 13:14, 43-52Psalm 100: 1-2, 3, 5Reading 2 - Revelation 7:9, 14b-17Gospel - John 10:27-30 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe
2025-05-0749 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyShadows and the healing of ThomasIt’s the Second Sunday of Easter— Divine Mercy Sunday. This week, Dr. Scott Powell talks with JD Flynn and Kate Olivera about the structure of Acts of the Apostles, the ancient idiom that contextualizes the book of Revelation, and Jesus’ healing of Thomas.Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 7:00Reading 1 - Acts 5:12-16Psalm 118: 2-4, 13-15, 22-24Reading 2 - Revelation 1:9-11a, 12-13, 17-19Gospel - John 20:19-31 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access...
2025-04-2348 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyHere comes Simon Peter CottontailThis week, Dr. Scott Powell approaches the readings for Easter Sunday in reverse. Join Dr. Powell, JD Flynn and Kate Olivera as we learn how Jesus’ resurrection interacts with a frequently misunderstood Jewish feast day. Then, Scott shares what he considers to be the turning point of the entire New Testament. And don’t miss Dr. Powell’s latest book— Walking with Christ: A Journey Through the Gospel of Luke Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 5:40Reading 1 - Acts 10:34a, 37-43Psalm 118: 1-2, 16-17, 22-23Reading 2 - Colossians 3:1-4
2025-04-1652 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyA Holy Week overtureIt’s Palm Sunday, everybody. Join Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn and Kate Olivera as they unpack this Holy Week overture— including St. Paul’s kenotic hymn, the meaning of Jesus’ last words on the cross and the choice we make each Palm Sunday.Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 21:30Reading during palm procession - Luke 19:28-40Reading 1 - Isaiah 50:4-7Psalm 22: 8-9, 17-20, 23-24Reading 2 - Philippians 2:6-11Gospel - Luke 22:14—23:56 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other...
2025-04-091h 04
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyChumps not sirsIt’s the Fifth Sunday of Lent. Join Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn and Kate Olivera as they explore themes of water and dust— and reconsider the Gospel story of the woman caught in adultery.Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 4:45Reading 1 - Isaiah 43:16-21Psalm 126: 1-6Reading 2 - Philippians 3:8-14Gospel - John 8:1-11 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe
2025-04-0248 min
The Pillar PodcastBonus: CandlegateThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comJD and Ed discuss Candlegate.Are you a paying subscriber?* Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account.* Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar PodcastHaving issues? Check out this general step-by-step guide from Substack, or email our producer Kate Olivera at ko…
2025-03-1701 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyAn exodus in reverseIt’s the First Sunday of Lent! Join Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn and Kate Olivera as they explore a more robust definition of the Exodus and talk about the testing of Jesus.Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 6:45Reading 1 - Deuteronomy 26:4-10Psalm 91: 1-2, 10-15Reading 2 - Romans 10: 8-13Gospel - Luke 4: 1-13 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe
2025-03-0547 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible Study'My, what a guy, that King Saul!'It’s the Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time! Join Dr. Scott Powell as he shares a story of David at his finest and helps JD Flynn and Kate Olivera reconsider a familiar Gospel reading.Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 5:50Reading 1 - 1 Samuel 26:2, 7-9, 12-13, 22-23Psalm 103: 1-4, 8, 10, 12-13Reading 2 - 1 Corinthians 15:45-49Gospel - Luke 6:27-38 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe
2025-02-1945 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyBlessings and cursesJoin Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn and Kate Olivera as they discuss the readings for the Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time— and ask what it actually means to be blessed by God?Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 4:02Reading 1 - Jeremiah 17:5-8Psalm 1:1-4 & 6Reading 2 - 1 Corinthians 15:12, 16-20Gospel - Luke 6:17, 20-26 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe
2025-02-1247 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyJesus, take the wheelIt’s the Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time! Join Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn and Kate Olivera as they unpack the callings of Isaiah and Simon Peter.Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 6:55Reading 1 - Isaiah 6:1-2a, 3-8Psalm 138 1-5, 7-8Reading 2 - 1 Corinthians 15:1-11Gospel - Luke 5:1-11 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe
2025-02-0547 min
Strange Animals PodcastEpisode 418: Animals Discovered in 2024This week we take a look at some of the many animals that were discovered last year!
Further reading:
‘Blob-Headed’ Catfish among New Species Discovered in Peru
New Species of Dwarf Deer Discovered in Peru
Hylomys macarong, the vampire hedgehog
Hairy giant tarantula: The monster among mini tarantulas with ‘feather duster’ legs
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and partners discover new ocean predator in the Atacama Trench
Never-before-seen vampire squid species discovered in twilight zone of South China
The blob headed catfish [photo by Robinson...
2025-02-0309 min
The Pillar PodcastBonus: The Schmego Pirate ShipThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comJD shares some Flynn family lore.Are you a paying subscriber?* Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account.* Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar PodcastHaving issues? Check out this general step-by-step guide from Substack, or email our producer Kate Olivera a…
2025-01-1101 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyWater and a servant songIt’s the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord! Join Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn and Kate Olivera as they unpack the first of the ’servant songs’ found in Isaiah— and link it to the creation story in Genesis. Scott talks about Acts 10, the turning point of the New Testament. Then, he makes some really cool connections about water. Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 6:20Reading 1 - Isaiah 42:1-4, 6-7Psalm 29: 1-4, 9-10Reading 2 - Acts 10: 34-38Gospel - Luke 3: 15-16, 21-22 This is...
2025-01-0840 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyNobody puts Hannah in the cornerIt’s the Feast of the Holy Family! Join Dr. Scott Powell and Kate Olivera as they unpack one of Scott’s favorite stories from Scripture, St. Paul’s letter of encouragement to Colossia and that time Mary and Joseph lost Jesus.Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 7:40Reading 1 - 1 Sm 1:20-22, 24-28Ps 128: 1-5Reading 2 - Col 3:12-21 or 3:12-17Gospel - Lk 2:41-52 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit...
2024-12-2645 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyAn exclamation and the face of GodThis episode has been re-published after it failed to populate podcast apps. Our apologies! Join Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn and Kate Olivera as they unpack the readings for the Fourth Sunday of Advent, Year C— including the Visitation and the minor prophet Micah’s warnings to a prosperous Israel.Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 5:50Reading 1 - Mi 5:1-4aPs 80:2-3, 15-16, 18-19Reading 2 - Heb 10:5-10Gospel - Lk 1:39-45 This is a public episode. If you'd like to d...
2024-12-2145 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyOn Gaudete Sunday, we wear roseShout for joy, everyone! It’s Gaudete Sunday. Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn and Kate Olivera talk about the readings for the Third Sunday of Advent. Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 4:25Reading 1 - Zep 3:14-18aIs 12:2-6Reading 2 - Phil 4:4-7Gospel - Lk 3:10-18 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe
2024-12-1131 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyThe problem, the solution and the promiseThis week, Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn and Kate Olivera talk about the readings for the Second Sunday of Advent, Year C— more bright moments in the midst of darkness. Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 5:10. Reading I - Bar 5:1-9Psalm - Ps 126: 1-6Reading II - Phil 1: 4-6, 8-11Gospel - Lk 3: 1-6 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe
2024-12-0435 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyHearts up!It’s the start of a new season of Sunday School— and a new liturgical year! But the readings this week are not exactly celebrating.Join Dr. Scott Powell, JD Flynn and Kate Olivera as they talk about the readings we will hear at Mass for the First Sunday of Advent.Already read the readings? Skip ahead to 3:30 Reading 1 - Jer 33:14-16Psalm - Ps 25: 4-5, 8-9, 10, 14Reading 2 - 1 Thes 3:12—4:2Gospel - Lk 21: 25-28, 34-36 This is a public episode. If you...
2024-11-2741 min
Scratch That: Parenting & ReParenting Off ScriptA Pause & Some Poems for Processing the 2024 Election.We don't have a lot of words right now. No hot takes. No three step plans. We feel heavy, confused, and scared. And while we might have the impulse to shut down, we want to be intentional to bear witness to the untidy snarl of this moment. It didn't feel right to carry along with our regularly programming when so many of us are grieving & afraid right now. So here's a tiny conversation to hold space for a greater pause — for feeling our feelings, for taking deep breaths, for listening to more stories & reflecting on the stories we hold, fo...
2024-11-1109 min
The Pillar PodcastBonus: A worship debateThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comJD and Ed disagree. Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account. * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar PodcastHaving issues? Check out this general step-by-step guide from Substack, or email our producer Kate Olivera at kolivera…
2024-10-1201 min
The Pillar PodcastBonus: Weight Bro ChatThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comJD shares his birthday plans. Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account. * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar PodcastHaving issues? Check out this general step-by-step guide from Substack, or email our producer Kate Olivera a…
2024-10-0801 min
The Pillar PodcastBonus: JD was wrongThis is a free bonus episode of The Pillar Podcast. To get these bonus episodes each week, subscribe to The Pillar today. JD talks about the powerful public expression of faith he experienced in Quito. Ed gives the rundown on his weekend visit to the county fair. Are you already a paying subscriber? These bonus episodes are for you! * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account. * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pil...
2024-09-2130 min
The Pillar PodcastEp. 173: Müller and taking the goldEd is joined this week by Pillar Managing Editor Michelle La Rosa and Producer Kate Olivera to talk about Cardinal Gerhard Müller, and the Olympics. This episode of The Pillar Podcast is sponsored by the Ancient Language Institute, teaching with a living language approach, helping future teachers learn the languages and the methods so they can bring the approach to their classrooms, and developing the curricular tools to further the mission. Registration for the Fall term closes August 10.To learn more, visit ancientlanguage.com This is a public episode. If you'd like t...
2024-08-0254 min
Coffee Meets Vodka PodcastEP 36: Sherri Papini Doc, Amber Portwood's Fiancé Missing, Kate Middleton In Houston?!Send us a textRaya can't believe it; Travis Kelce made an epic debut on the Eras Tour accompanying Taylor Swift on stage during I Can Do It With A Broken Heart. Honestly, so cute. And not only that, Prince William, Prince George, and Princess Charlotte attending the Eras Tour at Wembly Stadium. Rumor had it, and then Kensington Palace debunked it, that Princess Catherine was getting cancer treatment at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, TX. Raya would have respectfully stalked if that were the case. Speculation swirled after Kate Middleton was seen at King Ch...
2024-06-271h 09
The Pillar PodcastBonus: Baseball chatThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comIn this subscriber-only bonus episode, Ed shares his approach to enjoying a summer of baseball. -Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar TL;DRHaving issues? Check out this general step-by-step guide from Substack, or email our producer Kate Olivera at kolivera@pillarcatholic.com
2024-05-1101 min
The Pillar PodcastBonus: The bricksThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comIn this subscriber-only bonus episode, JD talks about his days on the bricks. -Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar TL;DRHaving issues? Check out this general step-by-step guide from Substack, or email our producer Kate Olivera at kolivera@pillarcatholic.com
2024-05-0401 min
The Pillar PodcastBonus: A frank and unguarded meeting of mindsThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comIn this subscriber-only bonus episode, JD and Ed consider a new business venture. JD shares a new story.-Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar TL;DRHaving issues? Check out this general step-by-step guide from Substack, or email our producer Kate Olivera at kolivera@pillarcatho…
2024-04-2601 min
The Pillar PodcastBonus: Hulk ModeThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comIn this subscriber-only bonus episode, JD and Ed continue their discussion about Fiducia supplicans and JD’s new hobby.-Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar TL;DRHaving issues? Check out this general step-by-step guide from Substack, or email our producer Kate Olivera at koliv…
2024-04-0601 min
The Pillar PodcastBonus: Snowman chatThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comIn this subscriber-only bonus episode, JD hates winter and fun. Ed shares a new story.-Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar TL;DRHaving issues? Check out this general step-by-step guide from Substack, or email our producer Kate Olivera at kolivera@pillarcatholic.com
2024-03-1601 min
Happy Foot Sad Foot: An LAFC PodcastMINNESOTA MATCH PREVIEW: Gooning for a Loon-ingIt's four weeks into the season, and you know what that means: time to make rash and regrettable generalizations about the quality of our team! Vince walks us through Minnesota's weird season so far, Travis asks if we should worry about Christian Olivera, and Darren's twin children make their podcast debut in a game about the Twin Cities. Plus, we get to the bottom of what really happened to Kate Middleton (she's dead!).Join our Patreon and help us keep making this show.Merch available now at HappyFootSadFootPod.com.Twitter: @HaFoSaFo
2024-03-1448 min
BEHIND THE VELVET ROPECOUNTESS LUANN DE LESSEPS (on RHONY Season 15 Newbie/OG Cast, Joe Bradley, Danielle Olivera, Future of Girls Trip & Cabaret!)Countess Luann de Lesseps is back. Hot in the middle of her new “Marry F Kill!” Cabaret Tour, the Countess stops by to mention it all. Luann chats about the now completed RHONY Legacy, the rumors that there is going to be a mixed OG / Newbie cast when RHONY Season 15 is announced, Erin Lichy’s recent claims of the cast next season, a steamy WWHL appearance with Southern Hospitality’s Joe Bradley, what really happened after WWHL between everyone involved, her recent outing in The Hamptons with Mary Kate Olsen’s ex, Kelly Bensimon, Danielle Olivera, Dorinda, Sonja, the future of Gi...
2024-03-1342 min
Bravo TherapyThe Real Capricorns of Bravo (Pt. 2: Bravo BABs Edition)It's still Capricorn season and you know I'm gonna milk it to the last drop. I'm back with one of my favorite Scorpions and astrological aficionado, Heddie Hall, and we're turning our attention to your favorite non-housewife Bravo stars who are Capricorns. We'll start off with a New Year's-themed mental health check in, where we reflect on the pressure to set goals at the beginning of the year (bleh). Then we'll dive right in to the zodiac realiTEA of it all. We'll explore how Katie Maloney's complex chart has paved the way for her to step into her BAB...
2024-01-121h 04
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyRomans: Send us your questions!We’re opening the comments for each episode of this season of Sunday School. Please, share with us any questions you may have about St. Paul and his letter to the Romans. We’ll bring a few of your questions to Scott in the final episode of this season. If you have a question you would rather not share publicly, please email our producer Kate Olivera at kolivera@pillarcatholic.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pill...
2023-10-2501 min
Sunday School; A Pillar Bible StudyRomans Ep. 1: An introductionJD Flynn and Scott Powell are back in the classroom— with special guest, Pillar producer Kate Olivera— to talk about the Book of Romans. This week, Scott talks about St. Paul and the nature of letters. -The lives of the Twelve Caesars by Suetonius This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe
2023-10-011h 14
The Daily RefillTo Be in Relationship Is to Share It All - Kate OliveraWelcome to the Daily Refill: Lenten Pause!Today, Kate Olivera shares her experience of how what she prays at mass impacts her daily life. While she doesn't always live out the words of the prayer exactly that isn't the point. The point is to bring God into all of it and all of it to God. Where does God want to meet you in your schedule today?Hear more from Kate on The Pillar In-Depth Podcast: https://spokestreet.com/the-pillar-in-depth/Thanks for joining us today! Be sure to check out tomorrow's episode, too...
2023-03-1902 min
The Contrarians173 - Pt. 2 - Labor Day (RT)Okay, seriously, Jason Reitman… what happened? You may like LABOR DAY, you may hate LABOR DAY, but either way you can’t argue that it’s a puzzling career move from the man who brought us Thank You For Smoking, Juno, Up in the Air, and Young Adult. In this Real Talk segment, listen to Alex & Julio try to figure out how Kate Winslet and Josh Brolin ended up in a trashy romance novel and even dare to brainstorm an alternate, more satisfying, version of the story.TIMELINE00:00:42 Now on Patreon00:08:43 Real Talk...
2023-02-1456 min
The Contrarians173 - Pt. 1 - Labor Day (CC)Kate Winslet specializes in playing women who fall in love truly, madly, deeply, and quickly. That can sometimes turn off critics and audiences, as was the case with the underrated LABOR DAY a.k.a. Jason Reitman’s Most Honest Movie. Listen to Alex & Julio as they allow unfiltered romance to pierce their defenses and discuss Josh Brolin’s raw sex appeal, the aphrodisiac qualities of peach pie, and other things you may learn about in prison.TIMELINE00:01:16 Labor Day00:15:17 Contrarians Corner- Wanna know how we really feel about LABOR DAY...
2023-02-1459 min
The ContrariansBonus! - Pt. 2 - Pretty Persuasion (RT)Well, that was quite a minefield to navigate in Contrarians Corner. But now that we are in Real Talk, are we really in sync with Marcos Siega’s vision in PRETTY PERSUASION? We can all agree that Evan Rachel Wood and the rest of the cast are great but… in the service of what, exactly? And yes, there’s more James Woods talk. TIMELINE00:00:38 Now on Patreon00:09:57 Real Talk00:56:03 The Future & Perennial Plugs- Interested in more Contrarians goodness? Join THE CONTRARIANS SUPPLEMENTS on our Patreon Page! Deleted clips, extend...
2023-02-0359 min
Owning Her Authority Podcast | For Ascending Women Ready to Boldly Amplify Their ImpactMy 5 Favorite Personal Growth Books of 2022 + 2023 Reading Wishlist!During this past year I fallen even more in love with the written world!I love to read, learn, reflect, and implement - and then to share it with others too (hence why I host a podcast and coach in the LBD Collective!). I’ve always been that friend that listens to a conversation and follows it up with, “Ya know, there’s a book I read that reminds me of this topic!” 🤣So as we head into the holiday season, maybe you’re looking to round out your own wish list or want to pick up a boo...
2022-12-0725 min
Talking Waterwith Marcela OliveraJoin us in welcoming Marcela OliveraOur conversation focuses on themes such as water privatization, the human rights of water and ways of community building around water. Also, Marcela shares about the water wars in Cochabamba, Bolivia, and how the peoples uprising reclaimed the water from the private water company, Bechtel. Marcela Olivera is a water commons organizer based in Cochabamba, Bolivia. Since 2004 she has been developing and consolidating an inter-American citizens’ network on water justice named Red VIDA. She sits on the coordinating committee of the Platform for Public and Community Partnerships of...
2022-05-251h 23Owning Her Authority Podcast | For Ascending Women Ready to Boldly Amplify Their ImpactMini Motivational Meditation: Gratitude as Mindfulness in Action - Inspiration from "Already Enough" by Lisa OliveraDo you need time to slow down and reconnect with yourself? Today’s meditation is inspired by Lisa Olivera’s book Already Enough. Earlier this week I had the pleasure of speaking with Lisa on the podcast about self acceptance. If you missed that episode you can listen to it here.Lisa writes, “while mindfulness can be practiced in so many ways it’s results are similar. It offers us a chance to pause before we react, to slow down before we...
2022-01-2725 minOwning Her Authority Podcast | For Ascending Women Ready to Boldly Amplify Their ImpactA Framework for Radical Self-Acceptance with Lisa Olivera“Can you embrace and honor yourself, even in the messiest chapter in your life?”“Can you learn to not have to wait until things get better or change before you start giving yourself the things that you need?”Today we are joined by Lisa Olivera, the author of Already Enough, and we are talking all about radical self-acceptance. Lisa shares her proven framework on how to shift your mindset on your quest for self-acceptance.If you are ready to stop judging yourself, embrace a kind inn...
2022-01-2443 min
The Showbiz Live!S2E3: Golden Globes 2022, los ganadores de los premios a lo mejor del cine y la televisión de Hollywood!The Showbiz Live! - S2E3: Golden Globes 2022, descubre con nosotros los ganadores de los premios a lo mejor del cine y la televisión de HollywoodLa 79ª edición de los premios Golden Globes al cine y la televisión fueron anunciados este domingo en redes sociales sin audiencia ni ceremonia televisiva, en medio de un boicot de la industria estadounidense.El histórico evento, comúnmente conocido como la antesala del Oscar, transcurrió alejado del ojo público, sin alfombra roja, sin suntuosos trajes y sin su tradicional fiesta.Lista de ganadore...
2022-01-1028 min
The Telehealth OT PodcastParent: Diagnosed With Autism Via Telehealth - 003There is so much emotion in this episode with Kate Casey and the clinical psychologists who diagnosed her child with autism via telehealth. Tune in to hear the story of why the doctors started using telehealth and how it completely changed Kate's life.You can find more information about Clear Child Psychology at http://www.clearchildpsychology.com/
2020-07-2940 minThe Telehealth OT PodcastParent: Diagnosed With Autism Via Telehealth - 003There is so much emotion in this episode with Kate Casey and the clinical psychologists who diagnosed her child with autism via telehealth. Tune in to hear the story of why the doctors started using telehealth and how it completely changed Kate's life.You can find more information about Clear Child Psychology at http://www.clearchildpsychology.com/
2020-07-2940 min
Access Top-Rated Full Audiobooks in Fiction, Westerns & WarA Texas Dynasty [Dramatized Adaptation] by J.A. Johnstone, William W. JohnstonePlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/449005 to listen full audiobooks. Title: A Texas Dynasty [Dramatized Adaptation] Series: #1 of Kerrigans (Dramatized Adaptation) Author: J.A. Johnstone, William W. Johnstone Narrator: Scott Graham, Gregory Linington, Helen Pafumi, Richard Cutting, Sasha Olinick, Matthew Schleigh, Jonathon Church, Matthew Keenan, Tia Shearer, Tracy Olivera, Matthew Bassett, J.W. Rone, Dani Stoller, David Jourdan, Barbara Pinolini, Matthew Mcgee, Steve W Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 5 hours 23 minutes Release date: June 3, 2020 Genres: Westerns & War Publisher's Summary: In a sprawling new saga that embodies the pioneer spirit, the masters of the Western introduce the Kerrigans, a rough-and-tumble clan o...
2020-06-0305 min
VivalanumeraciónCompases de 4+5 (On Tour)El primer programa de la historia de Radio Primavera Sound grabado dentro de un tren francés de alta velocidad. Y seguramente el primer programa de la historia de la radio dedicado íntegramente a canciones con compases de 4+5. Del hip hop romántico al post hardcore con trompeta. Del folk serbio inspirado en una borrachera en un spa, al doom inspirado en las abejas que hacen panales en calaveras de leones.
Playlist:
Kate Tempest – Firesmoke
Nirvana – Scentless Apprentice (Vivalanumeración Remix)
Yama Warashi – Kofun no Uta
Olivera Katarina – Niska Banja
Tarta Relena – Tou Votanicou
Earth – The Bees made Honey in the Lion's Skull...
2020-02-0252 min