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Born of WonderS8:9 EP116: An EndingThe final episode! 116 episodes, 76k+ downloads, and we’re calling it a day. Thank you sincerely so much to everyone who has listened, written in, and shared this podcast over the years. I'll continue writing on Substack and may even have new podcast projects in the works, so please follow along there to stay in touch: https://bornofwonder.substack.com/ Also, if you email me (marquettekatie@gmail.com) a list of all the references/voices you hear in the Born of Wonder introduction (and don’t google!) I’ll send you a bottle of holy w...2024-12-3109 min

Born of WonderS8:8 EP115: Haley Stewart on Honoring Women's Experiences and Exploring The Catholic ImaginationOn this podcast episode Katie and Haley discuss her two new books, focusing in particular on the Catholic Imagination (what exactly is that?), the sacramental reality of the world, and how reading a good story can change your life. We also dive a little bit into some of the more unfortunate online discussions re. women that have been circulating lately and how limiting they are. Instead of boxing ourselves into narrow images of womanhood and motherhood, Haley and Katie discuss the ways we can open our minds and hearts to the many beautiful ways of being a woman in...2024-12-1152 min

Born of WonderS8:7 EP114: Creative Niches, The Joy of Research, + Celebrating Women's Lives: Interview with Ann Kennedy SmithAnn Kennedy Smith takes seriously the old saying “behind every great man is a great woman,” bringing to light the complicated, illuminating, fascinating stories of women who made their mark and maybe haven’t gotten their due recognition. She brings us into the beauty, sadness, and joy of women’s lives and brings an important, compelling perspective. She is the writer behind the popular "Cambridge Ladies Dining Society" Substack and an independent scholar currently focusing on the lives of Victorian women (and beyond) at Cambridge. Ann conducts herself with class, kindness, and genuine curiosity. She teaches us there are...2024-11-1448 min

Born of WonderS8:6 EP113: Not A Hillbilly Nihilist; A Hillbilly Thomist: Interview with Fr. Justin Bolger, O.P.The Hillbilly Thomists are a band of friars of the Order of Preachers (Dominicans). After playing music together for several years, they released their debut album (The Hillbilly Thomists) in 2017, which reached #3 on the Billboard bluegrass chart and mostly consisted in bluegrass standards and Americana favorites. Since then, the friars in the band have been doing what Dominican friars do: contemplating, studying, and preaching. Their most recent album, Marigold, released in July 2024. Katie was joined on the podcast by band member, Fr. Justin Bolger O.P. Fr. Justin hails from a family of seven and...2024-09-1949 min

Born of WonderS8:5 EP112: Behind-the-Scenes at The Library of CongressKatie recently visited The Library of Congress for the first time. Her guide was a dear friend, Joanna Colclough - a reference librarian specializing in newspapers and current periodicals at the Library of Congress. Tune into this podcast to hear some highlights from our tour, how you can become a researcher at the Library, learn what the Library actually does (I had no idea), how do you solve a problem like Maria (you’ll hear what I mean), and most all, celebrate the history and preservation of knowledge and the written word. I think you’ll be wonderfully encouraged! 2024-09-1124 min

Born of WonderS8:4 EP111: The Analog Family - Interview with Katherine Johnson Martinko “Analog” technology (things like clocks, dimmer switches, speakers, microphones, walkie-talkies, thermometers, etc.) are directly related to the function which they are performing. They are, in other words, simple. You talk into a microphone - you hear a sound. You look at a clock - it tells the time. You set an alarm - it rings. There’s not too much of a gap between experience and function. Digital technology, however, is incredibly complex. Smartphones, robotics, AI, cyber security systems, computers - all these things do not necessarily have direct relations between their uses and their functions. They are not analog...2024-08-2752 min

Born of WonderS8:3 EP110: Discernment, Creativity in Mothering, and the Still Small Voice: Interview with Kerri ChristopherWhat is the right thing to do? This is a question that we're all confronted with at some point. Big decisions, little decisions, all can be incredibly difficult to discern what to do. And making choices that give us flexibility, time, and opportunities for creativity can make all the difference when it comes to happiness and pursuing the dreams we're meant to live out (especially for parents!). On the podcast today, Katie is joined by life consultant, occasional theology professor, and Substack writer Kerri Christopher to discuss expat life, mothering and creating, and discerning that...2024-08-2049 min

Born of WonderS8:2 EP109: My Husband Got a Flip PhoneOn this interview Katie chats with her husband Chris who decided to take the plunge and switch back to a flip phone. We talk about how it's going, what he loves about it, and the genuine inconveniences he has to put up with (and why it's still worth it). We have a far reaching conversation on smartphones, memory, technology generally, the role of physicality, time, friendship, community, and independent thought. Come to Ireland with me in October 2024! www.bornofwonder.com www.mediamarqcreative.com Born of Wonder Substack *Photo Katie+Chris, circa 2012, Tate Gallery, Study Abroad 2024-08-1359 min

Born of WonderS8:1 EP108: Madeleine L'Engle and the Power of DoubtThe cosmic battle for Good and Evil - the power of the individual - The Triumph of Love - the malleability of time - Our place in the Cosmos - Doubt - Hope - Art - These are the many topics of American author Madeleine L'Engle, most famously the author of A Wrinkle in Time. What does L'Engle teach us about faith and art and life? Learn why she defended Meg Murry/O'Keefe against women disappointed she chose motherhood/marriage over a career. Learn why it's important to doubt (and believe) like a child. Why do questions m...2024-08-0630 min

Born of WonderSS1: EP107: Accepting (and Embracing) The Season You're InWhether it's a season of the year or a season of life, living joyfully requires us to accept the season we are in - and even to embrace it! Maybe in summer you need to cook 'no heat' recipes, drink sangria, listen to Spanish guitar, and take siestas. Stop fighting it! The same goes for seasons with a sleepless baby (or giving birth!) or a season of self denial or seasons that are more naturally easy for us. Accept + Embrace. An encouraging and fun episode including poetry, great music, and tips for those of us who suffer from reverse...2024-07-0823 min

Born of WonderS7:14 EP106: Healing, Hope, and Grace through Poetry with Grace E. KelleyToday on the podcast we are joined by Grace E. Kelley, mother, farmer, and poet. She is the author of a debut poetry collection, As the Sparrow Flies. On this episode, Grace and Katie discuss farming, Shakespeare, healing, art, not being embarrassed by our teenage poetry, and why some things may just never be okay this side of Heaven. This is a hopeful, empowering discussion on how art can help us 'name the ache' and seek healing and wholeness in our lives. *There is discussion of sexual abuse and birth trauma in this episode. ---...2024-06-1851 min

Born of WonderS7:13 EP105: Smartphone Solutions + Embracing Eccentricity + Spring JoyA 'check in' hello episode from Katie - with some life things she's really enjoying - including discovering a smartphone middle ground that allows you to disconnect (without giving up all the smartphone conveniences - it's not airplane mode!). Discussions on embracing eccentricities, the things that bring you joy (and how that brings joy to others), and how to get a 'new house' feeling without the new house. Beautiful music (straight from the vinyl!) to close us out! Happy Spring! Recommendation: Beethoven's Symphony No. 6 in F major, Op. 68, also known as the Pastoral Symphony 2024-05-1420 min

Born of WonderS7:12 EP 104: The Economy of Love in Les Miserables with Maddie DobrowskiLes Miserables is one of those profound stories that somehow encompasses the full depth of human experience. We have birth, death, falling in love, disappointment, justice, despair, young revolutionary zeal, forgiveness, and heavenly hope. From Valjean’s first encounter with the Bishop - who forgives him, undeservedly so - to Valjean’s own forgiveness of Javert (and Javert’s inability to accept his mercy) - this a story of love offered, received, and sometimes (tragically) rejected. It is a story that promises the often miserable human condition always has the hope of redemption, if not in this life...2024-05-0757 min

Born of WonderS7:11 EP103: Finding Our Rhythm in the Liturgical Year with Kristin HaakensonWhen you first encounter the liturgical year, it can be completely overwhelming. There is a saint's feast day every day! What season are we in again? Is it Eastertide? Ordinary Time? Who can keep track? Here to help us make sense of all this - and inspire us to live a rooted, embodied, seasonal, in-tune, life - is Hearthstone Fables. Kristin is a beautiful writer, rooted in story and history, and she beautifully weaves the rhythms of the agrarian year with the rhythms of the Church. She makes connections we may never have thought of (stay tuned f...2024-04-3055 min

Born of WonderS7:10 EP102: Taylor Swift and the Power of Collective Experience with Rachel SherlockLove her, hate her, you can't ignore her: Taylor Swift is a global phenomena. Today on the podcast, Katie is joined by Rachel Sherlock to discuss the power of girlhood, joy, dressing up, collective experience, and what the Eras Tour and Taylor Swift as an artist can offer a culture starved for meaning, unity, and good old fashioned fun. Plus - their favorite Swift songs, how they became fans, what era they are, and so many good deep dives for true Swift fans. If you're a Swiftie, this is a real treat, and if you're not, tune in and...2024-04-161h 04

Born of WonderS7:9 EP101: Dr. Larry Chapp on Dorothy Day and Re-Weirding ChristianityToday on the podcast Dr. Larry Chapp - former professor and current popular blogger, writer, theologian and founder of the Dorothy Day Catholic Worker Farm - joins us to talk all about Dorothy Day. We discuss her radical politics, her orthodox faith, and what she has to offer a world so at odds with itself. Dorothy Day saw her politics, and her love for the poor, as completely inseparable from her Christian faith - it informed everything she did and everything she stood for. We speak about how to return to a truly 'lived' Christianity, even when it makes...2024-04-0950 min

Born of WonderS7:8 EP100: 3-2-1 Blast off! A Musical Tour of the PlanetsHappy 100 episodes! To celebrate, we're launching off into space - exploring that 'Love which moves the sun and other stars' - guided by Gustav Holst's epic 7 part orchestral suite 'The Planets.' We'll visit each planet and hear its accompanying musical movement while also learning some fascinating facts (how old are you in Mercury years? Did you know the sun rises twice on Venus in a day? etc). This is a chance to wonder and stand in awe of the world (and other worlds), reminding us of the vast mystery we are all a part of. We'll also hear...2024-03-2734 min

Born of WonderS7:7 E99: Persephone and the Promise of SpringHappy first day of Spring! Happy feast of St. Joseph! Today we'll hear the magical, sad, beautiful story of Persephone and how she became the wife of Hades, God of the Underworld. Persephone's yearly return to the Earth promises not only a good harvest and a blooming spring but the ultimate hope of resurrection and immortality. This episode is also filled with beautiful immersive music and you'll hear why Katie thinks classical music (and art generally) should always be open for reinterpretation and creative engagement. ---- www.bornofwonder.com www.mediamarqcreative.com Born of Won...2024-03-1927 min

Born of WonderS7:6 EP98: The Land of MagicHappy St. Patrick's Day week! Today on the podcast we'll be exploring a medley of stories, with audio taken from the many episodes I've done in the past on Celtic legends and folklore, including the story of Oisin and Niamh and the land of Tir na Nog, the land of Eternal Youth, and Oisin's famed debate with St. Patrick. We'll learn about the abandoned Irish island of Blasket and get lost in some eerie beautiful Selkie stories. We will also explore the famous and outstandingly beautiful Book of Kells - what was once described as 'the work of angels...2024-03-1254 min

Born of WonderS7:5 EP97: Reading for Reading's SakeWhy do we read? Is it for edification, intellectual stimulation, or even just 'to be a smart person?' How many of our reasons are linked to a real joy in reading - like when we were kids - the kind of reading that you had you flipping the pages at night, lying out on a blanket all afternoon, the kind that had you lost stories and falling in love with characters that became completely real to you? Today I'm sharing some practical tips about how to fall in love with reading again and how important reading is - f...2024-03-0526 min

Born of WonderS7:4 EP96: The Nordic Theory of Love: In Conversation with Anu PartanenThe Nordic Theory of Love asserts that unhealthy dependencies inhibit our ability to truly love one another - that true love thrives under circumstances that establish independence and equality. Understanding this theory is key to understanding the economic and social policies in Nordic countries, policies that continuously have them topping out the rankings in the World Happiness Report. Nordic societies put in place social safety nets - including universal access to family leave, childcare, healthcare, and education - in order to free individuals from cycles of dependency and live more authentically. Or at least that is the theory. Does...2024-02-2757 min

Born of WonderS7:3 EP95: Claiming Our Authentic Passions + Making Good Food Amidst the Chaos with Rachel RemmesToday on the podcast I'm joined by my friend Rachel Remmes to discuss good food, cooking, writing, and discovering our authentic passions in a world full of distractions and mixed motivations. You'll get some great recipes and cooking tips as well as some broader personal reflections about how to establish a life that reflects our true joys and desires. Rachel Remmes is a recovering academic and passionate at-home chef who lives in New York City with her husband and three young children. Although she has been cooking avidly for as long as she can remember, in October 2023 she launched a su...2024-02-201h 01

Born of WonderS7:2 EP94: Friendship: Not a Lesser Love + Bonus Post Ep. Chat with Christy IsingerHere during Valentine's Day Week, we're celebrating one of life's biggest joys: Friendship, a love that is often much devalued in our modern society. While friendship might be unnecessary in the most basic biological sense (we need parents, we need spouses, in ways that we don’t need friends), it is precisely that lack of obligation that has the potential to elevate friendship to an extraordinarily high, even near divine, place in our lives. We're going to celebrate with audio clips giving us a chance to meditate on great friendships like Anne Shirley and Diana Barry, Elphaba and Glinda, C.S. Lewi...2024-02-1349 min

Born of WonderS7:1 EP93: The Twelve Dancing PrincessesWe're launching Season 7 of the podcast by reclaiming the power, wonder, and absurdity of classic fairy tales. This is a sound immersive episode leading us into an underground kingdom - the streets are lined with trees with diamond leaves - there are enchanted princes rowing boats - the door is locked, but every night the princesses' shoes are in pieces - where are they going to dance every night? Fall into beautiful stories again - and then hear some stirring music from Dvorak - and get excited for a full season of wonder, awe, and joy :) Cheers! ------- Visit: www.bor...2024-02-0624 min

Born of WonderS6:16 EP92: SEASON FINALE: St.Nick’s Traditions, End of Year Reflections, Fresh Starts, and Beautiful MusicThank you everyone for listening and making season 6 of the podcast such a success! We're wrapping up this season with some beautiful music, end of year reflections (2 kids, no social media, more writing! A lot happening, a lot more to come), Advent listening recommendations, St. Nick's Traditions, and some encouragement to 'begin anew' always. Remember, Christmas is all about second chances. We all get to start again. What a gift that is. Wishing everyone a very Happy Advent, Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year! ---- Subscribe to Born of Wonder on Substack https://bornofwonder.s...2023-12-0521 min

Born of WonderS6:15 EP91: The Art of HibernationAnimals understand that winter is a time for retreat and rest. They know that surviving the harshness of winter means living differently - sometimes even entering a liminal state of being: hibernation. And while human beings don't hibernate per say, there's a lot we can learn from the rhythms of the natural world. Whether it's ignoring 'clock time,' embracing 'denning,' or 'The Watch,' there are many ways to encourage a joyful engagement with our body and mind's need for seasonal rest. As Shakespeare wrote - 'a sad tale's best for winter' - there's something about this...2023-11-2827 min

Born of WonderS6:14 EP90: Ode to JoyToday on the podcast we're celebrating - JOY! Beethoven composed his iconic 9th Symphony after he had gone completely deaf, a beautiful miracle in and of itself. We'll hear the original poem by Friederich Schiller - 'Do you feel the Creator's Presence? / Seek Him beyond the Stars! / He must live beyond the Stars.' This is an episode to put headphones on and turn the volume way up. An invitation to pause, listen, and rejoice. Wishing everyone a beautiful holiday week! Happy Thanksgiving! ---- Subscribe to Born of Wonder on Substack https://bo...2023-11-2118 min

Born of WonderS6:13 EP89: Grace Hamman on the Strange and Beautiful Christ of Medieval SpiritualityMedieval Christians talked about Jesus in ways that can shock us today - Jesus as Mother, as Lover. These evocative ways of viewing Christ can open us up to a surprisingly rich and imaginative spirituality. Today on the podcast Katie is joined by Dr. Grace Hamman, author of the excellent new book, "Jesus through Medieval Eyes: Beholding Christ with the Artists, Mystics, and Theologians of the Middle Ages." We'll discuss the unique spirituality of the medieval world - the saints, monastics, and mystics who wrote of Christ in strange and beautiful allegories, and what all of this can teach u...2023-11-1451 min

Born of WonderS6:12 EP88: Embracing the Darkness: Finding Joy in Seasons of Fading LightFor many people in the US Daylight Savings Time means short days and long nights. How do we find joy and thrive during seasons of waning light and early darkness? On this podcast we'll talk about finding Light in the Darkness - Cozy traditions to embrace 'hygge' - and how it's important to not live in denial of (both spiritual and physical) seasons. Learning to embrace the darkness can mean embracing Joy in all of life's ups and downs. I hope this helps you to enjoy this coming season with a spirit of warmth and joy. ...2023-11-0725 min

Born of WonderS6:11 EP87: All Hallow’s Eve Happy All Hallow's Eve - a chance to meditate on those things we usually keep 'in the dark.' We'll learn a bit about the tradition of Souling and Soul Cakes and then revisit an episode all about Praying for the Dead. We'll do a deep dive into the eerie melancholy and beauty of graveyards and why we should go pray, read poetry, and spend time in churchyards among the Dead. Why graveyards can be peaceful and romantic - the importance of 'memento mori' - and three famous 'graveyard poems.' Ending the episode with some fantastic music from some b...2023-10-3139 min

Born of WonderS6:10 EP86: The Joy of Letters with Rachel SherlockToday on the podcast Katie is joined by Rachel Sherlock to discuss the joy of the written word, particularly in the form of letters. A lost art form? A hipster throwback? Or something deeper than that... a physical memorial of a life well lived, a profound opportunity for friendship? We'll discuss the eminently charming 84 Charring Cross Road, our own letter writing experiences, and what we think we've lost in an age devoted to ephemeral digital mementos. ----- Subscribe to Born of Wonder on Substack https://bornofwonder.substack.com Support Born of Wonder on Patreon h...2023-10-171h 01

Born of WonderS6:9 EP85: Icelanders Believe in Elves: Nancy Marie Brown on ”The Hidden Folk”Elflore and the stories of 'the hidden folk' are so infused in Icelandic culture, even today, that most Icelanders see elves as simply part of their landscape. If they don't outright believe in them, they at least can't say for sure that they don't exist. And in fact so many people DO believe in elves that advocates have blocked new construction and successfully lobbied parliament on behalf of Elvish interests. What do we make of this? Our modern mind resists this sort of engagement with fairy stories, but what do we lose when we sap all possibility of magic...2023-10-1045 min

Born of WonderS6:8 EP84: Temperament, Character, and Finding Our Authentic SelvesToday on the podcast we're discussing how we find our authentic selves amidst the ever changing facts of our lives. Katie discusses the limitations of personality quizzes and how to move past a passive acceptance of our temperament towards the development of Character. So much of life is about clarifying and defining - our values, our obligations, our priorities. Hopefully this episode helps you to do that! Solidarity in the confusion. ------ Subscribe to Born of Wonder on Substack https://bornofwonder.substack.com Support Born of Wonder on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/bornofwonder www.bornofwonder.com...2023-10-0326 min

Born of WonderS6:7 EP83: Finding Wonder and Balance with Technology: AI Discussion with Seth LewisToday on the podcast Katie talks with Seth Lewis, a technical support specialist here to explain how we can find the wonder, beauty, and awe in technology, and specifically in Artificial Intelligence. Katie and Seth discuss how to find balance in our tech use and how we should be skeptical of any existential claims regarding AI. Seth's great advice - "when in doubt, drop the phone!" They also debate and ask big questions about whether there are any redeeming qualities to AI in our tech-saturated society - and whether this is a technology that should be stopped, harnessed, or celebrated...2023-09-191h 06

Born of WonderS6:6 EP82: Our Lady of TendernessWhy does suffering exist? Why does a good God allow suffering? It's the age-old question - and while we may not have any neat answers, we do have an arresting image: Our Lady of Tenderness - the stunning vision of a mother's love for her child. Today on the podcast Katie meditates on the tenderness, sorrow, suffering, and softness of God. Tune in for some beautiful chant and to learn more about a beautiful devotion to Our Lady of Tenderness. ------ Subscribe to Born of Wonder on Substack https://bornofwonder.substack.com Support Born of Wonder on P...2023-09-1326 min

Born of WonderS6:5 EP81: Live like an Oxford Student: Michaelmas, Books, and New School Year EnergyIt's September and this time of year means 'back to school' - whether you're a student or not, we can all benefit from the fresh start a new academic year can offer. Bring on the hot coffee, boots, books, course lists, blank notebooks, new pens... On this episode Katie looks to Oxford student life for a model on how to live like a student no matter your age or stage in life. We'll also discuss some of the charming unique traditions for Michaelmas (St. Michael's Day). Lots of good advice, ideas, and inspiration for capturing that new school year...2023-09-0523 min

Born of WonderS6:4 EP80: Christy Isinger on The Golden Age of the Internet, Embracing Authenticity, and Shamelessly Loving the MonarchyToday on the podcast Katie is joined by Christy Isinger - writer, podcaster, mom of 5, and all around fun, fascinating person! Christy was online during the golden age of blogging and is here to tell us that yes, the internet has changed, and yes, it used to be a lot better. We'll talk about what's changed while also emphasizing the continued importance of online communities, especially for parents and people of faith. We also discuss the value of being authentic about our struggles, how podcasting gives us the excuse to reach out to just about anyone, and why the...2023-08-291h 10

Born of WonderS6:3 EP79: Goodnight (Blue) MoonThis month, August 2023, has two full moons - which means we get to experience the rare "Blue Moon." We're using this opportunity to wax philosophic on the Moon and all it inspires - from Margaret Wise Brown's "Goodnight Moon" to the poetry of Shelley, Stevenson, and Plath. We'll go through the evocative, poetic names for each month's full moon and their origins ("the cold moon," "the harvest moon," "the worm moon" etc.) and end with some incredibly beautiful music a la Claude Debussy's Clair de Lune. ----- Subscribe to Born of Wonder on Substack ht...2023-08-2226 min

Born of WonderS6:2 EP78: An Honest Parenting Chat with Gina Dadaglo: Creating an Authentic Family CultureToday on the podcast, Katie is joined by Gina Dadaglo, writer and mom of three, currently living in Paris, France to talk about creating an authentic family culture. When you become a parent you're barraged with conflicting information - when it comes to sleep, birth, faith, discipline, you name it, everyone has an opinion. It can be overwhelming and guilt-inducing - how can you know you're doing it right? Katie and Gina talk about their own parenting journeys and how they've gained the confidence to do things in ways that are right for their family, even when it may...2023-08-151h 04

Born of WonderS6:1 EP77: Unicorns: History, Symbolism, and An Ongoing FascinationUnicorns have captured our imaginations for centuries. Their horns were sought after for medicinal and spiritual purposes all the way up through the late 1800s. Christ has been referred to as a unicorn and the unicorn's ability to purify water has been compared to Moses cleansing the waters of Marah. Scotland's National Animal is the Unicorn (can this country get any more magical?) and America's 1982 "The Last Unicorn" MAY be one of the easiest songs ever to get in your head. To sum up - there's a lot to discuss! Rediscover some magic on today's episode as we explore...2023-08-0822 min

Born of WonderBONUS EP: Mary Oliver: ”Meanwhile, the world goes on” Sound EscapeA bonus episode before we launch into Season 6! Mary Oliver loved to go on long solitary walks around the Cape in New England. She watched the tide for hours on end. In and out, in and out. She listened to the geese flying south and she prayed earnestly while counting sparrows and watching the clouds. She is a poet of deep attention and quiet. In her poem “When Death Comes” Oliver celebrates the endless wonder she finds in the world: “When it’s over, I want to say: all my life / I was a bride married...2023-08-0114 min

Born of WonderS5:8 EP76: The Comic Genius of FrasierFrasier was a hit sitcom that ran for 11 seasons from the early 1990s through the early 2000s. It was also the backdrop to much of Katie and her sister Chrissy's childhood. Today on the show Katie is joined by Chrissy to chat about what makes Frasier such a great show - how it's an excellent introduction to theatre, encourages a love of learning, celebrates families connecting despite big differences, and also what makes it different from other sitcoms of the era (especially Seinfeld and Friends). Coffee, theatre, radio, a cloudy, rainy city -- what could be better! A fun...2023-07-2429 min

Born of WonderS5:7 EP75: Deleting Social Media, Surviving Summer, and What is Born of WonderKatie pulled the plug and deleted all her social media. She updates us how it's going, how she's surviving the existential despair brought on by midsummer heat, and what she hopes the podcast is contributing to the world. ----- Subscribe to Born of Wonder on Substack https://bornofwonder.substack.com Support Born of Wonder on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/bornofwonder www.bornofwonder.com ---- Why I deleted my social media https://bornofwonder.substack.com/p/why-i-deleted-my-social-media Leaving Instagram: one year later https://substack.com/inbox/post/128091834 Is Instagram the narcissist? https://anneliseroberts.substack.com/p/is-instagram...2023-07-1435 min

Born of WonderS5:6 EP74: Life is But a Dream: the subconscious, the anxious mind, and the persistence of HopeEvery night our mind enters another world, a strange place of images, memories, ideas, often a place filled with anxiety or unease, but also sometimes a place of artistic inspiration, love, and hope. Today on the podcast we'll be discussing that strange in-between state of dreaming - and how we use the word 'dream' in the waking world - MLK Jr's "I have a dream" and Fantine's "I dreamed a dream"... to rowing merrily down the stream, life is but a dream... to Christopher Nolan's Inception. This a sound rich episode inviting you to meditate, wonder, and get a...2023-06-0630 min

Born of WonderS5:5 EP73: Owls and the Call of the WildOn this episode Katie is joined by her husband Chris to discuss their shared love of owls. We'll learn about the time Katie and Chris found an injured screech owl on one of their walks... An experience that greatly impacted them both. We'll discuss the symbolism of owls... Harbingers of death, symbols of wisdom, good luck... Athena's familiar and companion... And why the animal world and these 'touches with the wild' can bring us back to the reality of all things. A fun episode to rekindle your interest in the animal world and all that it can teach us. 2023-05-2326 min

Born of WonderS5:4 EP72: The NightOn today's episode, Katie shares a radio piece she produced for PRX/The Goethe Institut called "The Night." This is a chance to meditate on our charged perceptions of the Night - its darkness, its hopes, dreams, promises, myths, and legends. A particularly poignant topic for Mother's Day as we focus in on how sleepless nights with a new baby can have us asking all those 'big questions' that seem too scary or distant during the day. ------ Subscribe to Born of Wonder on Substack https://bornofwonder.substack.com Support Born of Wonder on Patreon https://www.patreon.com...2023-05-0930 min

Born of WonderS5:3 EP71: Imagination and All Artificial Intelligence Cannot Give UsWe're being overwhelmed with stories of artificial intelligence - AI's ability to mimic human emotion, write faster than any person, create beautiful art, play music, find any fact in less than a second. We're also being told of AI's less desirable effects - the prevalence of fraud, plagiarism, hacking, even targeted threats. So what do we make of this pandora's box? And where does that leave us hum-drum human beings, with our ordinary minds, hearts, and souls? On this episode we'll explore the UNIQUELY HUMAN capacity for imagination and celebrate the beauty and uniqueness of the human experience, ultimately...2023-04-2529 min

Born of WonderS5:3 EP70: ”The Last Dream of the Old Oak” - A Celebration of SpringIt's Eastertide! The world is waking up and the natural world is reflecting the resurrected joy of the liturgical year. We'll hear a seasonal poem from Mary Oliver, an enchanting fairy tale from Hans Christian Anderson, and Katie shares some of 'life right now' - two exhausting, cute kids, creative work, and the beauty of the natural world. ------ Subscribe to Born of Wonder on Substack https://bornofwonder.substack.com Support Born of Wonder on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/bornofwonder www.bornofwonder.com instagram: @bornofwonder ----- "Spring" by Mary Oliver "The Last...2023-04-1429 min

Born of WonderS5:2 EP69: The Dreams of St. JosephSt. Joseph never saw an angel the way Mary did, clear as day, with her waking eyes. He never saw the burning bush or heard the thunderous voice of God, “I am that I am.” St. Joseph only heard God in the quietest of ways. He dreamed of angels. He heard God while he slept. Today on the podcast we'll be inspired by St. Joseph and his profound trust. What role did dreams play in his life - what role can they play in ours? Also - a Born of Wonder sound escape excerpt, featuring the poetry of Seamus...2023-03-2821 min

Born of WonderS5:1 EP68: Into the West: Irish Voyage Stories, St. Brendan the Navigator, and Finding the Land of PromiseWelcome back! We're starting Season 5 in a truly adventurous spirit, joining St. Brendan the Navigator on his strange, miraculous journey to the "Land of the Blessed" - Avalon, Tir Na Nog, the Land of the Saints, Eden - it has had many names. We'll learn about some of the more beautiful and otherworldly parts of Brendan's journey, hear some Yeats poetry, and yearn for that 'other world' beyond the hills of heather. Plus, what kind of fairy are you? Traipsing or Solitary? Important questions and lots of immersive sound to celebrate St. Patrick's Day Week and the wonder of...2023-03-1434 min

Born of WonderS4:25 EP67: What I’ve Learned: New Years Season Finale!Happy 2023! In this episode Katie shares the top ten things she learned this year. She also shares a great strategy for how to approach new years resolutions (and not get discouraged). We'll also hear a beautiful New Years blessing from John O'Donohue, lovely Irish fiddle, some quotes from the late, great Pope Benedict XVI, a beautiful rendition of In the Bleak Midwinter, and Dvorak's triumphant New World Symphony. This is an episode of solidarity, openness, new beginnings, hope, and fresh starts. Wishing you nothing but good things in 2023 - cheers! THANK YOU to everyone for li...2023-01-0339 min

Born of WonderS4:24 EP66: Humanity Over Politics: Interview with Julie WalshMaybe you feel a sense of dread anytime you scroll through your social media feeds or turn on the news. Maybe you're stressing about the holidays because you know there are going to be some inevitably uncomfortable discussions surrounding politics, hot button issues, and religion. If any of this sounds familiar, this episode is going to lower your blood pressure and reassure you that while these discussions are undeniably difficult, they don't have to cost you your peace or your relationships. Julie Walsh served for three years in the Inspector General’s office of the U.S. Ge...2022-12-201h 10

Born of WonderS4:23 EP65: Christmas is All About Second ChancesAll our favorite Christmas stories are about Second Chances - From Scrooge to the Grinch, from Charlie Brown to George Bailey, Christmas is all about 'waking up' to the reality of Life - the Joy, the Love, that really, truly has entered into the world... The Ultimate Second Chance: The Incarnation. We'll celebrate these beautiful stories of second chances, helping us all realize we really DO have 'a wonderful life.' ----------- www.bornofwonder.com Leave a review for the podcast on iTunes and leave a star rating on Spotify! 2022-12-1321 min

Born of WonderS4:22 EP64: Advent, The Battle of Helm’s Deep, and Light in the DarknessLike the Riders of Rohan, we're fighting the good fight, we're waiting in the dark, hoping against hope, for a Victory that seems incredibly far off and unlikely. Dietrich Bonhoeffer described Advent as a 'prison cell' and said only those who were poor in spirit, truly in need of help, could know what it is to wait. St. Lucy's Day is next week - a celebration of light in darkness - the Winter Solstice, the darkest, longest night of the year, is just two weeks away. These are Dark Times. This is an episode for hoping against hope, fighting...2022-12-0828 min

Born of WonderS4:21 EP63: Rootedness, Community and Finding Home with Gracy OlmsteadToday on the podcast Katie interviews Gracy Olmstead, a journalist and author who speaks to our human longings for community, tradition, and home. She is the author of Uprooted: Recovering the Legacy of the Places We’ve Left Behind and frequently hosts discussions and book clubs surrounding topics of sustainability and slow-living. Katie and Gracy discuss how to embrace a spirit of permanence and continuity in an age of such constant change and movement. A thought-provoking chat sure to inspire you to invest in your family, homes, and community! ----------- www.bornofwonder.com ...2022-11-2956 min

Born of WonderS4:20:EP62: Wintering, Body and Soul: Solstice Season ReairIf in the midst of all the hustle and bustle of the holidays you feel yourself craving stillness, quiet, and introspection this is NORMAL - Winter is a time of hibernation and darkness. How can we stop fighting the cold, the dark, in body and soul, and embrace this season of Quiet Waiting? *originally aired December 2021* ----------- www.bornofwonder.com Leave a review for the podcast on iTunes and leave a star rating on Spotify! Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bornofwonder?fan_landing=true ------------- St. John of the Cross - Dark...2022-11-2222 min

Born of WonderS4:19:EP61: Two Queens, Two Saints: Elizabeth of Hungary and Margaret of ScotlandToday on the podcast we learn about two incredible women - mothers, queens... and saints! Saint Elizabeth of Hungary and Saint Margaret of Scotland have fascinating stories and a lot to teach us about compassion, leadership, and strength. We'll also hear a bit about how one of these women became Katie's confirmation saint (much to her surprise!). Also a discussion on the beauty of repetition (this is for you parents) and what this teaches us about the nature of God. ------- www.bornofwonder.com Leave a review for the podcast on iTunes and l...2022-11-1523 min

Born of WonderS4:18 EP60: Literary PilgrimagesKatie recently traveled to Concord, MA where she visited Louisa May Alcott's house and grave. She shares some other important literary 'pilgrimages' she's taken (and tells all about the legend of the 'Poe Toaster!'), offers some encouragement to travel with little ones, and how pilgrimages, artistic and religious, can be important rituals to incorporate into our lives. ------ www.bornofwonder.com Leave a review for the podcast on iTunes and leave a star rating on Spotify! Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bornofwonder?fan_landing=true ...2022-11-0824 min

Born of WonderS4:17 EP59: Spooky Season Reair: Sylvia Plath and Memento MoriIn this episode, we explore the haunting, rich, complex poetry of Sylvia Plath. Katie shares some of her personal history with Plath and why she continues to be a source of inspiration and fascination. Also discussions of memento mori, shared mortality, and how to remember and pray for the Dead during the month of October. *originally aired October 2021* www.bornofwonder.com Instagram: @born.of.wonder "Of Life After Death:" At Last, a Plath Biography Worthy of its Subject https://www.bornofwonder.com/home/of-life-after-death-sylvia-plath-biography Offer...2022-10-2535 min

Born of WonderS4:16 EP58: Praying in GraveyardsThis episode is all about the eerie melancholy and beauty of graveyards and why we should go pray, read poetry, and spend time in churchyards among the Dead. Why graveyards can be peaceful and romantic - the importance of 'memento mori' - and three famous 'graveyard poems.' Ending the episode with some fantastic music from some bluegrass loving Friars. --- "It is therefore a holy and wholesome thought to pray for the dead, that they may be loosed from sins." Macabees 12:46 Prayer for Eternal Rest (The Requiem Prayer) Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shin...2022-10-1833 min

Born of WonderS4:15 EP57: Falling in Love with Words: Nora Ephron and You’ve Got Mail with Rachel Sherlock The brilliant and wonderful Rachel Sherlock joins us on the podcast today to discuss all things Nora Ephron and You've Got Mail. We do a deep dive into the power of words, happy endings, reclaiming Joy, finding authentic neighborhoods in big cities, New York in the Fall, and all things cozy and lovely. We also discuss a bit about the unique genius of Nora Ephron and who she was as a person and a writer. A perfect Fall listen - wrap up in a blanket, grab a cup of tea and enjoy! (and yes Rachel r...2022-10-111h 11

Born of WonderS4:14 EP56: St. Francis and the Peaceable KingdomCelebrating St. Francis's feast day with three beautiful saint stories involving animals (St. Francis and the Wolf of Gubbio, St. Jerome and the Lion, and St. Hubert and the Stag). We'll also meditate on the complex relationship between humans and animals and how reconciling ourselves to the natural world can be part of our soul's ultimate restoration. Katie also shares some of the cozy fall things she's been doing (baked apples! fires!) as we get into the best month of the year! ---- www.bornofwonder.com Leave a review for the podcast on iTun...2022-10-0433 min

Born of WonderS4:13 EP55: St.Raphael and the ArchangelsSt. Raphael, patron of happy meetings and healing, is one of three archangels we venerate and celebrate by name (along with St. Michael and St. Gabriel). Who/what are angels and what role do they play in the Bible? Did you know Flannery O'Connor prayed to St. Raphael everyday, or that St. Francis celebrated 'St. Michael's Lent' when he received the stigmata? We'll learn the story of the Book of Tobit - an adventurous, beautiful story where we meet St. Raphael in disguise, and we'll end the episode with some beautiful Orthodox chant. ---- 2022-09-2032 min

Born of WonderS4:12 EP54: Keep Calm and Carry On: The Importance of Ritual and TraditionQueen Elizabeth II died last week after a 70 year reign. We'll hear some inspiring words from the Queen and explore why her leadership meant so much to so many. Meditations on the importance of tradition, continuity, and ritual. We'll talk about everything from John O'Donohue's Blessings to G.K. Chesterton to Downton Abbey to King Saul and our longing for 'true Kingship.' ---- www.bornofwonder.com Leave a review for the podcast on iTunes and leave a star rating on Spotify! Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/borno...2022-09-1335 min

Born of WonderS4:11 EP53: The Hero’s JourneyWhat do Star Wars, Doctor Who, Franz Jaggerstatter, and the Myth of Perseus all have in common? The Hero’s Journey - the epic quest every single hero across all stories, times, and cultures, embarks upon. Joseph Campbell popularized the idea of the ‘monomyth’ - the idea that we can see one story across all legends and myths. In this episode we discuss: What makes someone a hero? What is the Hero’s Journey? We’ll explore examples as varied as Luke Skywalker, Donna Noble, and Perseus. ---- www.bornofwonder.com Leave a revi...2022-09-0642 min

Born of WonderS4:10 EP52: Thin Places: Lifting the Veil Between Heaven and EarthThose places and experiences in life that lift the veil between Heaven and Earth, between This Reality and All Other Realities. Do we live in a parallel matrix? What is real, what isn't? What is a Thin Place? Where did this idea come from? And do we need to travel the world to find one? A meditative chance to see beyond while we're still 'seeing through a mirror darkly.' Katie also shares some 'thin places' she's found recently in her own home, points of connection between the living and the dead...2022-08-2326 min

Born of WonderS4:9 EP51: The Lure of the Edge and Trying to Capture itThomas Joshua Cooper is a photographer who travels to the edges of the earth with his antique camera in order to capture a single photograph. On this episode Katie meditates on the allure of extremes – the edge – and also what we can and cannot ‘capture’ with our cameras, phones, and so on. Mortality, time, authenticity… These are all topics to mull over today. ---- www.bornofwonder.com Leave a review for the podcast on iTunes and leave a star rating on Spotify! Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.pat...2022-08-1626 min

Born of WonderS4:8 EP50: Return to Nature and ’Bouquets of Freshly Sharpened Pencils!’August is an awful month (in my opinion) but FALL is just around the corner. This time of year has always seemed like the real 'new year' to me - a time to reset, reevaluate, and get back to what matters most. This is an inspiring and encouraging look to the future and all that the coming months have to offer us: sweaters, hot tea, cider, hikes in the woods... And an existential 'new start.' ---- www.bornofwonder.com Leave a review for the podcast on iTunes and leave a star rating on...2022-08-0922 min

Born of WonderS4:7 EP49: How Agatha Christie Saved the Latin MassBack in 1971 Agatha Christie, along with many other writers, artists, and intellectuals (some Catholic, many not), signed a letter defending the traditional Tridentine Mass ('the Latin Mass') on the basis of its cultural contribution to Art and the Dignity of the Human Spirit. What can this letter and the surrounding conversations teach us today, as we yet again find ourselves in a state of liturgical confusion? We're staying out of the politics and the drama and exploring the BEAUTY of the Mass. We'll learn about the famous 'Agatha Christie indult' and Katie shares the incredible impact the traditional Mass...2022-08-0231 min

Born of WonderS4:6 EP48: The Theology of Harry Potter with Gina DadagloA fun and thought-provoking chat all about the beautiful, theologically rich world of Harry Potter. Is Harry Potter a Christian story? We sure think so! (And so did J.K. Rowling). Katie and her guest Gina Dadaglo dive into Fear (and why it's so common but also so wrong for Christians to act out of fear), Sacrifice, Love, Friendship, Growing Up, being Parents, being converts to Catholicism, and the controversy over whether Christians should even be reading Harry Potter. Sit back and enjoy! ---- www.bornofwonder.com Leave a review for the podcast on iTunes and leave a st...2022-07-261h 02

Born of WonderS4:5 EP47: On Self RelianceKatie recently experienced a nearly week-long power outage and it got her thinking about Self Reliance and Self Sufficiency. What are these virtues, how do we acquire them? What is mental Self Reliance (a la Emerson), physical self reliance (does it require a bunker and a large farm?). She’ll also question the limits of self-sufficiency and how we’re all in a cycle of need… Who do we need, who needs us? And have we put our trust in the right things, people, entities, etc.? Big questions for you this week. ------ www.bor...2022-07-1926 min

Born of WonderS4:4 EP46: The Human Longing for HomeOn this episode Katie meditates on how Joy has a lot more to do with Longing than Happiness, and how all of us, in our deepest selves, are longing for Home. We’ll discuss the importance of tradition, continuity, and how we are all living in an age of rootlessness and decision fatigue. A chance to rediscover your great loves in life and inspiration to create joy-filled homes. ------ www.bornofwonder.com Leave a review for the podcast on iTunes and leave a star rating on Spotify! Suppor...2022-07-1226 min

Born of WonderS4:3 EP45: Bl. Pier Giorgio: Friendship, Patriotism, and AdventureToday on the podcast, the incredible life of soon-to-be saint Bl. Pier Giorgio, the man St. Pope John Paul II called 'the man of the Eight Beatitudes' and his friends called 'an explosion of Joy.' Who was this mountain-climbing, prank-playing, compassionate young man, and what can he teach us about the value of friendship and adventure? We'll also touch on being patriotic even amidst trying times, and we'll all get weepy hearing Captain Von Trapp choke up during Edelweiss. An episode to inspire you! ----- www.bornofwonder.com Leave a review for...2022-07-0523 min

Born of WonderS4:2 EP44: The Magical World of Beatrix PotterToday on the podcast Katie explores the life of Beatrix Potter, famed author of the "Peter Rabbit" stories. Creator of so many magical worlds, where did Beatrix find inspiration? And what inspiration can we gain from her life? Beatrix didn't publish until her late 30s, didn't find love or a place to truly call home until her 40s. It's never too late! A lover of animals, the countryside, and tradition, hers is a rich, imaginative life with much to teach us. -------------------------------- www.bornofwonder.com Leave a review for the podcast on iTunes and leave a sta...2022-06-2827 min

Born of WonderS4:1 EP43: Scarborough Fair: Origin, History, and the Power of SongWelcome to Season 4! We're launching the season with a deep dive into the beautiful traditional ballad Scarborough Faire. Did you know there are many versions of the song that don't even mention a fair at all? Or that for most of its history it seems the song was sung in a major key (not the haunting minor key we're all familiar with!)? And what is the symbolism behind that famous 'herb refrain? Katie discusses all this and more. This is a story of influence and collaboration, of creation and musical ingenuity. Including some beautiful original old recordings in addition...2022-06-2122 min

Born of WonderS3:17 EP42: The Book of KellsIt's been called the most beautiful book in the world - a book with a mysterious history - and an ongoing source of inspiration and fascination: The Book of Kells. The Medieval illuminated manuscript containing the four Gospels of the Christian New Testament currently housed at Trinity College in Dublin and accessible to ALL via the web! In this episode Katie explains the storied history of the book and some of the strange, wonderful motifs you'll find in the Book of Kells - from peacocks to Celtic knots to intricate letters. We'll also discuss how a work of such...2022-05-2428 min

Born of WonderS3:16 EP41: The Gift, Power, and Trials of MotherhoodHappy Belated Mother's Day! On this episode, Katie shares some of her own experiences of motherhood and the many ways mothers bring incredibly unique, powerful gifts to the world. We'll talk about the 'both-and' of motherhood (so hard, so beautiful), the fact that mothers cannot and should not be caring for children alone, how children teach us to be beautifully unproductive,' and then we'll celebrate two amazingly strong mothers from the Harry Potter Universe. Recorded outside accompanied by our two miniature donkeys on a beautiful evening in May! www.bornofwonder.com Leave a review for the podcast on i...2022-05-1028 min

Born of WonderS3:15 EP40: Kristin Lavransdatter Fan Club with Beth JamiesonKatie is joined by Beth Jamieson, host of the "Well Read Life" Podcast to talk ALL about Kristin Lavransdatter by Sigrid Undset. This saga takes us through the tumult and trials of a woman's life in medieval Norway, from childhood until the end of her life. Despite so many falls from grace, this is a redemptive story, highlighting not only the power of the human spirit, but the absolute relentlessness of a loving and merciful God. We are HUGE fans of this book and go in depth in our conversation, covering sin and love and lust, motherhood and redemption and ho...2022-05-031h 22

Born of WonderS3:14 EP39: Oxford Reminiscence With Chris MarquetteKatie chats with her husband Chris about the term they spent at Oxford University, "the city of dreaming spires" - The home of the Inklings (Tolkien and C.S. Lewis!), wonderful pubs, the Oxford Oratory... Hear about Katie's inability to navigate a bus schedule and getting lost in the Cotswolds... What did they learn from the Oxford Blind Wine Tasting Society? Do the British really hate Americans? All this and more on this fun reminiscing episode! ----- www.bornofwonder.com Leave a review for the podcast on iTunes and leave a star rating on Spotify! Support the podcast on Patreon: https...2022-04-2647 min

Born of WonderS3:13 EP38: Fortune Favors the BraveIn this episode, Katie shares how horses taught her a lot about bravery. "Kick on, Jump the Fence!" A meditation on how the Christian life is intimately tied up with suffering and love. Remember no day was as dark as Good Friday, no morning as bright as Easter Sunday. The most often repeated phrase in the Bible is "Do not be afraid." What are we so afraid of? Do we risk loving, losing, hurting? Encouragement to live out the courage of our convictions - to risk our hearts for the things that really matter in life. Plus...2022-04-1924 min

Born of WonderS3:12 EP37: The Return of the KingCelebrating Holy Week and the Paschal Triduum with the Lord of the Rings - exploring Aragorn's Christ-like role as Healer, Priest, and King. We'll also talk about the Lord's Descent into Hell, the beauty of Holy Week Services (and what they entail), and the Hope that comes from a Returning King. Happy Holy Week, Happy Easter! “For like a shaft, clear and cold, the thought pierced him that in the end the Shadow was only a small and passing thing: there was light and high beauty for ever beyond its reach.” ― J.R.R. Tolkien, The Return of...2022-04-1238 min

Born of WonderS3:11 EP36: The Catharsis of Murder Mysteries Murder mysteries don’t shirk from the violence of real-life. Sometimes the worst happens. But a murder-mystery also promises us answers. It promises us a good and thorough investigation that ends with the bad guy getting caught. Can you rectify the initial injustice? Of course not. But it can provide closure, release, and the smallest sense of restoration. Today on the podcast, a deep dive into 'cozy mysteries' - plenty of recommendations - from Agatha Christie to Hitchcock - and a meditative chance to wonder 'why' a good murder mystery can soothe something deep in the human soul. Re...2022-04-0532 min

Born of WonderS3:10 EP35:The Sacramental ImaginationWhat does it mean to have a sacramental worldview, to believe in the sacramental imagination? We'll explore the convergence of the physical and the spiritual, how our lives can gain deep meaning by marking time with an understanding of eternity. Katie shares a story of her own personal experience with the sacramental imagination, during a difficult start to Lent. We'll discuss Flannery O'Connor, the Secret Garden, Tolkien, Kristin Lavransdatter... 'Rebel against the dying of the light!' An encouraging episode, helping us to see the magic in the mundane, the wonder in the everyday - a chance to 'lift...2022-03-2941 min

Born of WonderS3:9 EP34: Into the Land of FaerieA throwback episode - mischievous fairies in the Hills, fiddle music, Yeats, places where a 100 years can pass in one night, where 'what is lost can be restored.' Ever wonder what's beyond the hills of heather? On this episode, Katie leads us into some magical realms, the land of Faeirie and Myth. www.bornofwonder.com Instagram @bornofwonder "Spring 1" Max Richter, Recomposed, Vivaldi's Four Seasons https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WaCib0B8T24 Leave a review for the podcast on iTunes and leave a star rating on Spotify! Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bornofwonde...2022-03-2335 min

Born of WonderS3:8 EP33: R.S. Thomas and the Lonely SoulToday on the podcast, poet and priest, R.S. Thomas - a singular artistic voice that speaks to mankind's essential loneliness and how the absence of God (in the Augustinian sense) is often the most profound proof of His presence. A wonderful Lenten meditation as we journey through the desert. Journey out to a wild Welsh cliffside and listen to some poetry. R.S. Thomas Profile, 1995 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H8v-uc-DI7g R.S. Thomas Spotify Album https://open.spotify.com/artist/0eXCvh1KJB9JxJ7ZZs...2022-03-1524 min

Born of WonderS3:7 EP32: The Wisdom of Audrey HepburnThe epitome of class and elegance, Audrey Hepburn also embodied many virtues when it came to 'the simple life' - she loved children, gardens, animals, good food, and good company. A heartwarming episode with lots of great audio from interviews and films - the inspiring and timeless wisdom of Audrey Hepburn. The Quiet Wisdom of Audrey Hepburn https://www.bornofwonder.com/home/the-quiet-wisdom-of-audrey-hepburn Audrey at Home: Memories of My Mother's Kitchen Luca Dotti https://bookshop.org/books/audrey-at-home-memories-of-my-mother-s-kitchen/9780062284709 Gardens of the world with Audrey Hepburn https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-7GJbnKxFoA Audrey Hepburns and Julie And...2022-03-0828 min

Born of WonderS3:6 EP31: ’The Time that is Given Us’In the midst of so much confusion, sadness, and violence in the world, how do we find wonder? How do we balance our need to be informed with our need to guard our emotions? What about music, art, stories - where do these fit in when the world is consumed by overwhelming events? We'll unite to Ukraine through music, stories, shared humanity... Hymns, chants, folk music... 'Look for the helpers.' There is always courage and compassion, even in (especially in), dark times. An episode to help you feel grounded and at peace in the midst of so much...2022-02-2833 min

Born of WonderS3:5 EP30: The Women Who Revolutionized Ethics: Interview with Benjamin Lipscomb On this episode, Katie discusses the fascinating philosophical contributions of four women philosophers: one a zealous Catholic convert, one a bohemian artist, one an upperclass academic, and one a 'jack of all trades' with a special interest in biology and animals. What did they all have in common? A shared desire for Truth in an age of dogmatic relativism. As they discussed and debated the huge ethical questions of the day (the Holocaust, etc.) they each reached toward a comprehensive understanding of the human person as ethically whole - able to be discussed and understood. Katie has a conversation with...2022-02-2258 min

Born of WonderS3:4 EP29: Theology of the BodyA post-Valentine's Day Special all about "theology of the body" - we're talking all about Pope St. John Paul II's famous Theology of the Body Talks - the Telos of the Human Person, The goodness of human sexuality, Virtue Ethics, and addressing whether NFP is really just "Vatican Roulette" (Thank you Justice Scalia for that phrase). ** Stay tuned to the very end for some final thoughts/notes and some beautiful music! ***Please also note this is meant to be introductory and while the symbology of the body is beautiful, I realize it can also be me...2022-02-1544 min

Born of WonderS3:3 EP28: We All Want to be Jo MarchInterview any woman writer and odds are they will bring up Jo March. Everyone from Nora Ephron to J.K. Rowling to Susan Sontag to Simone de Beauvoir has claimed the bookish and bold heroine of Louisa May Alcott’s 150+ year old classic, Little Women, as a personal inspiration. What is it about Jo? In this episode, Katie discusses her personal relationship to this story and why it is the more 'mundane' aspects of Jo that make her a truly relatable and enduring heroine. "Why we all want to be Jo March" https://www...2022-02-0823 min

Born of WonderS3:2 EP27: All Things Scotland! Whisky Chat with Mariam SaomaOn this episode, Katie chats with her good friend and fellow Scotland-obsessed world traveler, Mariam Saoma. The two chat about their 2019 trip, share recommendations, and discuss what it is about Celtic culture and Scotland in particular that they find so compelling and inspiring. Instagram @bornofwonder www.bornofwonder.com "My heart is in the Highlands" https://www.bornofwonder.com/home/my-heart-is-in-the-highlands Outlander Season 1 Soundtrack https://open.spotify.com/album/7IACcKsPaMrCJjwsZLjoJ3 Recommendations - Edinburgh Castle Arthur's Seat Dalwhinnie Distilery Falkirk (Where Claire sees Jamie's 'ghost') Midhope Castle ("Lallybroch") "Sligachan Old Bridge" in Skye Support the podcast on Patreon! https://www.patreon...2022-02-0151 min

Born of WonderS3:1 EP26: Living a Literary LifeOn this first episode of Season 3, Katie celebrates the literary life - St. Jerome, the patron saint of librarians/readers, Rory from Gilmore Girls, Beauty and the Beast (and that epic library!), and how books can be portals to other worlds. Inspiration for a new year filled with books! www.bornofwonder.com Instagram: @bornofwonder Music: Blue Dot Sessions www.goodreads.com/katiesonlinelibrary Become a Patron! https://www.patreon.com/bornofwonder?fan_landing=true Recommendation: 1998 Thomas Newman Little Women Soundtrack https://open.spotify.com/album/0Ug5EnJH0wl1DFPC8HAtpK "St. Jerome and the Literary Life" https://www.bornofwonde...2022-01-2526 min

Born of WonderBONUS Episode! Tolkien’s ”Eucatastrophe”Bonus episode ! New Year's resolutions, getting outside and exploring Tolkien's concept of Eucatastrophe, ‘the sudden joyous turn, the mark of all fairy tales.’ We discuss Eucatastrophe in the context of other literary devices including perapatea, anagnorisis, and deux ex machina. Eucatastrophe is unique in the belief - the insistence - on a fundamentally just, ‘true,’ universe. We also explore Shakespeare’s beautiful play, “The Winter’s Tale,” and how the last scene (Queen Hermione coming back to life) epitomizes a ‘Eucatastrophic’ moment. www.bornofwonder.com @bornofwonder on instagram https://www.bornofwonder.com/home/eucatastrophe-tolkiens-joyous-turn Audio from "On Fairy Stories" Podcast (2020) ...2022-01-1133 min

Born of WonderS2:16 EP25: The Winter Solstice and Embracing the Darkness On this final episode of Season 2, Katie meditates on "wintering" and embracing the dark times in the year - and in life. Dark Night of the Soul, the turning of the year, a chance for reflection... And some recommendations (Icelandic Book Flood! When Harry Met Sally!) to get us ready for a new year. Thank you so much for following along this season - looking forward to Season 3!! Get in touch : www.bornofwonder.com Leave a review on iTunes! St. John of the Cross - Dark Night of the Soul https://www.poetseers.org/spiritual-and-devotional-poets/christian/the-works-of-st-john-of-the-cross/dark-night-of-the-soul/ Wintering by Katherine...2021-12-2123 min

Born of WonderS2:15 EP24: The Beauty of Eastern Rite Catholicism: Interview with Rebecca HamiltonOn this episode, Katie chats with Rebecca Hamilton, a practicing Eastern Rite Catholic, exploring the unique, transcendent beauty of this liturgy. We'll learn about some of the practical differences between Eastern and Latin Rite, what family and community life is like as a Byzantine Catholic, and we'll also hear some BEAUTIFUL chant from the Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom. No matter what your religious (or non religious) background, this episode is a deep dive into Beauty as a Lived, Practiced, Reality. More at: www.bornofwonder.com "A Light that Shines in the Darkness" https://www.bornofwonder.com/home/a-li...2021-12-1452 min

Born of WonderS2:14 EP23: Advent with Maria von Trapp On this episode, Katie explores the Advent traditions of the real life von Trapp family (inspiration for the famous "Sound of Music"), reading from Maria's autobiography - filled with beautiful Advent music and ideas for the coming season. Also - bonus - Julie Andrews and Maria Yodeling Together :) www.bornofwonder.com Lord of the Rings Advent Guide https://www.bornofwonder.com/home/journeying-through-advent-with-lord-of-the-rings The Story of the Trapp Family Singers: The Story that Inspired the Sound of Music Maria Augusta Trapp Music: Benedictine Sisters of Mary Vivaldi: Gloria - Gloria in excelsis Deo · Monteverdi Choir · English Baroque Soloists · John Eliot Gardiner · A...2021-11-3031 min

Born of WonderS2:13 EP22: What Does it Mean to be Human?What does it mean to be a human being? When Jane Goodall discovered chimpanzees could effectively use tools and had complex social bonds she challenged the idea of human exceptionalism. But we are exceptional... aren't we? What does it mean to be a Human Person, a Human Animal? Imagination? Morality? And what does it mean to be made in the Image and Likeness of God? On this episode we celebrate and explore the dignity of human person and our place in Creation. Smithsonian Institute Human Origins Project https://humanorigins.si.edu/about/become-involved/submit-your-response-what-does-it-mean-be-human "Jane" Documentary National Geographic https...2021-11-2337 min

Born of WonderS2:12 EP21: Look to the StarsOn this episode, Katie explores the history of astronomy and stargazing - with a dabbling of poetry and theology, we remember to look up and stay in awe of our place in the wide expanse of the universe. www.bornofwonder.com App: Star Walk 2 Recommendation: The Tallis Scholars - If Ye Love Me https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HI5Y9l2NHIo Lion King Stars Scene https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SmDvpoVtXu4 Music: Blue Dot Sessions ...2021-11-1126 min

Born of WonderS2:11 EP20: Sacred Music and the Dictatorship of NoiseHappy All Souls Day - the last day of Allhallowtide, the triduum of All Hallow's Eve, All Saint's Day, and All Soul's Day. Today on the podcast Katie plays us some stunning sacred music (courtesy of the Brompton Oratory and The Baltimore Basilica) and discusses the importance of sacred music in the liturgy (is it just a matter of taste? what's the difference between contemporary music and chant? etc.) visit: www.bornofwonder.com How Agatha Christie Saved the Latin Mass https://www.bornofwonder.com/home/how-agatha-christie-saved-the-latin-mass Pope Benedict's Writings on M...2021-11-0226 min

Born of WonderS2:10 EP19: Haunted by Sylvia PlathIn this episode, we explore the haunting, rich, complex poetry of Sylvia Plath. Katie shares some of her personal history with Plath and why she continues to be a source of inspiration and fascination. Also discussions of memento mori, shared mortality, and how to remember and pray for the Dead during the month of October. www.bornofwonder.com Instagram: @born.of.wonder "Of Life After Death:" At Last, a Plath Biography Worthy of its Subject https://www.bornofwonder.com/home/of-life-after-death-sylvia-plath-biography Offering Mass for Sylvia Plath and The Beau...2021-10-1935 min