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He has run 63 marathons and hand cycled an additional twenty. He had coached Cross Country at Holy Name Seminary in Madison, Wisconsin, for ten years, including winning a state championship. He was also head coach of the Holy Name Seminary track team for eight years, also winning a state championship. In 2000 he was inducted into the Wisconsin Cross Country Association's Hall of Fame. He has also been an auto racing photographer and journalist, and has written seven books. He has been a parish priest since 1966, including St. John's in Princeton, Wisconsin, where he has been for 35 years, and St. James in Neshkoro, Wisconsin, where he has been for 20 years.

CSR 98 Fr Dale Grubba

The startling reality that our Blessed Lady is the Mother of God is celebrated with the great Solemnity of Mary Mother of God on January 1. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by seeking the Gift of Understanding from the Holy Spirit so he can ponder the mystery of the Mother of God and by growing in the Virtue of Piety so he can grow in Devotion to Mary, Mother of God. Go to <a href='https://everycatholicman.com/'>EveryCatholicMan.com</a> to grow further in holiness and happiness. See the <a href='https://everycatholicman.com/todays-devotion-1/'>special series in growing in Catholic Manhood</a>. <a href='https://everycatholicman.com/bible-study-for-catholic-men/'>See the extensive new library of Catholic Bible Studies for Men</a>. <a href='https://everycatholicman.com/calendar-2023-2024/'>Join the Eucharistic Revival by drawing closer to Jesus Christ in the daily Mass</a>.

Episode 222 - The Holy Catholic Church celebrates the Solemnity of Mary the Mother of God - Lk-2:16-21

The Chair of St. Peter is empty, the world is watching, and the Church is praying. 
In this episode of They That Hope, Father Dave and Deacon Bob reflect on the death of Pope Francis and the moving events surrounding his funeral in Rome. From the emotional procession through the streets—past landmarks like the Colosseum and the TOR friars’ house—to the intimate ceremony at St. Mary Major, they recount moments that highlighted the late Holy Father’s love for the poor and his devotion to simplicity. 
With the conclave just days away, the hosts also look ahead to what’s next for the Church. Will we see the first Italian pope in nearly 50 years? What does the increasingly global College of Cardinals mean for the future of the papacy? And what role does the Holy Spirit truly play in the selection of a pope? 
Of course, it wouldn’t be They That Hope without a few tangents—this week includes Deacon Bob’s snowy NBA playoff experience in Cleveland (Cavalanche!), draft-day drama from the NFL, and the 20th anniversary of Revenge of the Sith (yes, Bob saw it in theaters—no, he didn’t wear a Jedi robe... but he wanted to). 
They also reflect on the feast of St. Joseph the Worker and its bold stand against communist ideology, the forgotten value of learning for its own sake, and the cultural obsession with work and identity. 
As the Church prays “Come, Holy Spirit” over the conclave, Father Dave and Deacon Bob invite listeners to join in hope—and in prayer for whoever the next successor of Peter will be. 
 
Highlighted sections 
(00:00) Cavalanche! NBA Playoffs and Draft Drama  
Deacon Bob kicks things off with tales from a <a href='https://www.nba.com/cavaliers'>Cleveland Cavaliers</a> playoff game—complete with fake snow and “Cavalanche” chants. The duo also dives into the <a href='https://www.nfl.com/draft/'>NFL Draft</a>: its surprising popularity, emotional player stories, and one disturbing prank call that made national news. 
(17:37) Star Wars Nostalgia and the Return of the Sith  
Deacon Bob celebrates <a href='https://www.fandango.com/star-wars-episode-iii-revenge-of-the-sith-20th-anniversary-re-release-2025-239973/movie-overview'>Revenge of the Sith's 20th anniversary</a> with a trip to the theater, reflecting on movie memories, lightsaber-worthy soundtracks, and how the prequels might’ve aged better than expected—at least compared to the sequels. 
(22:03) Farewell, Holy Father: Remembering Pope Francis  
Father Dave shares moving moments from <a href='https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WKCrieyrgaE'>Pope Francis’ funeral and procession through Rome</a>—from the Popemobile carrying the casket past the Colosseum to the tender welcome from the poor outside <a href='https://www.basilicasantamariamaggiore.va/en.html'>St. Mary Major</a>. The hosts reflect on the pope’s legacy of humility and love for the marginalized. 
(25:32) What Comes Next: The Conclave and the Future of the Papacy  
As the cardinals prepare to elect the next pope, Father Dave and Deacon Bob discuss possible frontrunners, the global diversity of the College of Cardinals, and how the Holy Spirit works through discernment—not magic. And yes, there are betting odds. 
(29:05) The Holiness of Work: St. Joseph and Vocation  
In honor of the <a href='https://www.franciscanmedia.org/saint-of-the-day/saint-joseph-the-worker/'>Feast of St. Joseph the Worker</a>, the hosts explore the Church’s response to communist ideology, the dignity of labor, and the need to recover the joy of learning and working for its own sake. 
(34:12) May the Fourth and Prayers for the Church  
As Star Wars Day approaches, the hosts wrap with light-hearted banter and a heartfelt prayer for the conclave—entrusting the Church once more to the guidance of the Holy Spirit. 
 
Resources Mentioned 
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<li><a href='http://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_jp-ii_enc_14091981_laborem-exercens.html'>Laborem Exercens by St. John Paul II</a></li>
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Sede Vacante

She participated as a young student-athlete in cheerleading, volleyball, softball, and basketball. She was captain of the volleyball team, two years after the team went undefeated in the conference, won sectionals, and advanced to state for the first time in program history. In her adult years she continued her athletic involvement in leagues for both sand volleyball and softball. She is a #1 best-selling author of five books and is a speaker and certified grief coach, as inspired by having lost two of her four sons in the last few years, with one of the boys having been very active in ice hockey and powerlifting.

CSR 327 Diane Nienas

<a href='https://franciscan.edu/office-of-the-president/'>Father Dave</a> talks about his trip to two baseball stadiums in California, <a href='https://spt.franciscan.edu/faculty/rice-robert/'>Deacon Bob</a> shares about his new grandson, and they both discuss sports, movies, and the <a href='https://friars.us/article/2024/08/02/what-is-the-feast-of-the-portiuncula'>feasts of the Portiuncula</a> and <a href='https://www.roman-catholic-saints.com/our-lady-of-the-snows.html'>St. Mary Major (Our Lady of Snows)</a>.
 
Listen to more <a href='https://faithandreason.com/series/they-that-hope/'>They That Hope</a> episodes and discover other Catholic podcasts, videos, and resources at <a href='https://faithandreason.com/'>Faith and Reason</a>.

Baseball!

A pitcher currently in training camp with the New York Yankees, having been a fifth-round pick of theirs in the 2017 draft. In college he pitched at Rice University in Houston, leading the staff in earned run average three years in a row. Prior to that he played at Concordia Lutheran High School, which is also in Texas.

CSR 111 Glenn Otto

He got into martial arts in high school and competed in Tae Kwon Do in college, along with a little Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. That got him heavily into fitness and especially kettlebells, which led to him starting various fitness platforms and writing books related to minimalist methods of strength and conditioning. On the faith side, he has an amazing reversion story and next month will mark the release of his fifth book, this one to be titled, "The Best Argument For God." &nbsp;He also has his own podcast that teaches listeners why it's better to be better at many things, not best at just one, covering everything from fitness and mental health to business and writing to philosophy and theology.

CSR 240 Pat Flynn

<a href='https://franciscan.edu/office-of-the-president/'>Father Dave</a> and <a href='https://spt.franciscan.edu/faculty/rice-robert/'>Deacon Bob</a> went to a baseball game that was delayed two hours because of rain and the home team lost 10-1, reinforcing Bob’s belief that baseball might not be the most exciting sport to watch.
They talk about gambling (is it a sin?), favorite books (spiritual and non-spiritual), and Our Lady of Fatima.
 
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The Gambler

The Point Men look at what it truly means to be your brother&apos;s keeper as we discuss the importance of Brotherhood.

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The Flying Fathers were a hockey team of Catholic priests originally started back in the early 1960s. There is optimism of-late for the team's resurrection, according to Father John Perdue, Director of Vocations for the Diocese of Peterborough in Ontario, Canada. He not only is playing for the team but leading their return. He talks about it during this conversation that was recorded while he was in Rome for the canonization of the five newest saints.

CSR 39 Fr John Perdue - The Flying Fathers

He played college baseball and then following his senior year took an offer to play professionally in Italy. He was educated in the field of fitness and exercise physiology and is a Catholic speaker, professor, and author, having written three books, the latest of which just came out in February and is called, "Improving Your Sportsmanship Through Catholic Teaching...and Common Sense: A Practical Guide for Athletes, Parents, Fans and Coaches." His faith walk includes having entered the seminary to study for the priesthood, and present day he teaches at Wingate University in North Carolina and is the host of "Faith and Sport" on Radio Maria.

CSR 286 Dr. John Acquaviva

She grew up playing soccer from the age of 9 and played goalkeeper and striker for AC Premier, Croatia Cleveland, and Kirtland High School and was trained under some notable former U.S. national team players. &nbsp;She also has received her youth futsal/indoor referee license from the U.S. Soccer Federation, and she served as the girls' head soccer coach at Braves Soccer Academy for U9-U11 teams for two years. &nbsp;She now partners with Ignite Athlete Training in Dallas, Texas, as a soccer trainer. Meanwhile, she quit her six-figure, Fortune 500 job in corporate America as an HR consultant at age 26 to start her own business helping faith-based believers who feel like they've hit a breaking point in their lives or careers to discover their unique purpose, boost their confidence, and become the most authentic versions of themselves while keeping Christ as the focal point through mind-body-spirit wellness and connection.

CSR 272 Anna Zschuppe

Greg Price, aka Eagle, is back in the BeatiDudes studio. Greg is the Camp Director of The Pines Catholic Camp, a summer camp and retreat center in Big Sandy, Texas. In this Friday episode, Grep Price, Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein spend time around the spiritual campfire and share in campfire Q&amp;A. Check out The Pines Catholic Camp<a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&amp;redir_token=QUFFLUhqbnRQZjdZR0RyUVpsaFBjZ3ZGWm13Tkhjei1GQXxBQ3Jtc0tsTEM3ckFrbWZ0SWJXem4tMHhocDJhZmtyRzl0ckx3MFpyTjJSazFzQTlxZl9vWWpBWEEtQXhlSW81ZzVlS2xHYVZVdTVzVnAtTUllZk9fd29YTG5kRnhUTFdPOElFNkctYURhRlFqV2haeDdFRUpMaw&amp;q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thepines.org%2F&amp;v=LSzQ1MWMCLs">https://www.thepines.org/</a>Go Trees!<h2>Our Partners:</h2><a href="https://sockreligious.com/pages/beatidudes">Sock Religious (10% Discount)</a><a href="https://learnmore.solidarityhealthshare.org/beatidudes/?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=BeatiDudes&amp;utm_content=why_solidarity">Solidarity HealthShare</a><a href="https://aquinaswealth.com/">Aquinas Wealth Advisors</a><a href="https://www.corexpeditions.org/upcoming-trips">COR Expeditions - Upcoming Trips</a><a href="https://www.lucidprivateoffices.com/">Lucid Private Office</a><a href="https://divinecomedyimprov.com/">Divine Comedy</a><a href="https://www.undivided.life/">Undivided Life</a> <h2>Follow The BeatiDudes:</h2><a href="https://www.undivided.life/podcasts">BeatiDudes Website</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/90739902/admin/">LinkedIn</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/TheBeatiDudesPodcast">Facebook</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/beatidudes/">Instagram</a><a href="https://twitter.com/The_BeatiDudes">Twitter</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/schiefelbein/">Jeff Schiefelbein on LinkedIn</a> BeatiDudes Theme Song and Music By<a href="https://thepencilbureau.com/">The Pencil Bureau</a> <a href="https://www.davemooremusic.com/">Dave Moore Music</a>

The Spiritual Campfire | Greg Price | Episode #216

St. John the Evangelist reveals that Jesus is the Son of God and Divine Word who was with God from the beginning and causes Creation to occur and offers all willing men the blessing of salvation. Every Catholic man can grow in happiness by building the Virtue of Studiousness so he can turn away worldly curiosities to the Word and by building the Virtue of Hope by remembering he is an adopted son of God.

Episode 110 - St. John provides a stunning overview of the Life of Jesus Christ - December 25 2023 - Mass during the day - Jn-1:1-18

He is in his second season as an assistant coach for women's swimming and diving at the University of Kansas. &nbsp;Prior to joining the Jayhawks staff, he was the head coach at the University of Mary, and before that he had been an assistant coach at the University of New Mexico. &nbsp;Prior to moving into the college coaching ranks, he was the head coach of Reno Aquatic Club from 2018-21. &nbsp;As a student-athlete he graduated from and swam at the University of Iowa, where he was named the team captain for the 2008-09 season. &nbsp;He also received the Big Ten Sportsmanship Award and the Iowa Swimming Leadership Award in 2009. &nbsp;He has a compelling story about his reversion back to the Catholic faith.

CSR 311 Ryan Evans

She is a skier, participating in downhill, cross-country, and waterski as well as snowboarding. &nbsp;At the University of Michigan, she had competed in giant slalom, which followed her junior high and high school years when she ran the mile in track, half mile, and the 2-mile, for a combined total of six years in track, including lettering in track and field. &nbsp;Plus, she even did three years on the swim team in junior high. She is a mom of a large Catholic family yet still ice skates, swims, and hikes. &nbsp;She is also a blogger and the author of a book called, "God Made the Moonlight."

CSR 224 Erin Broestl

Do you believe in miracles? Dr. Robert Collins joins Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein for miracle stories found at the intersection of prayer and medicine. Dr. Robert experienced the power of prayer when his son had major surgery on a tumor that was on his spine. Inspired and supported by past patients and faithful friends, Dr. Collins and his wife felt a cloud of prayers as they waited through their son’s procedure. Healing is much broader than we could ever imagine, so be sure that your work is always under the influence of prayer. Robert H. Collins Jr., M.D., FACP, is a Professor of Internal Medicine at UT Southwestern Medical Center and a member of its Division of Hematology and Oncology. He serves as Director of the Hematologic Malignancies and Cellular Therapy Program and the Combined Adult/Pediatric Stem Cell Transplant Program.A recognized leader in the field of adoptive immunotherapy and molecular-targeted therapy, Dr. Collins specializes in hematologic malignancies, including leukemia, lymphoma, and myelodysplastic syndrome. Dr. Collins earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine. He completed an internal medicine residency at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, as well as a fellowship in hematology and oncology at the University of California Los Angeles. Board-certified in internal medicine and medical oncology, Dr. Collins has 35 years of experience in bone marrow transplantation and has participated in some 3,000 autologous and allogeneic transplants.<h2> </h2><h2>Our Partners:</h2><a href="https://sockreligious.com/pages/beatidudes">Sock Religious (10% Discount)</a><a href="https://learnmore.solidarityhealthshare.org/beatidudes/?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_campaign=BeatiDudes&amp;utm_content=why_solidarity">Solidarity HealthShare</a><a href="https://aquinaswealth.com/">Aquinas Wealth Advisors</a><a href="https://onfiremedia.com/beatidudes">On Fire Media</a><a href="https://www.lucidprivateoffices.com/">Lucid Private Office</a><a href="https://one-visit-away.teachable.com/p/major-gift-millions/">Kevin's Course - Major Gift Millions</a><a href="https://ustmaxstudios.com/network/">MAX Studios</a><a href="https://divinecomedyimprov.com/">Divine Comedy</a><a href="https://www.undivided.life/">Undivided Life</a><h2>Follow The BeatiDudes:</h2><a href="https://www.undivided.life/podcasts">BeatiDudes Website</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/90739902/admin/">LinkedIn</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/TheBeatiDudesPodcast">Facebook</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/beatidudes/">Instagram</a><a href="https://twitter.com/The_BeatiDudes">Twitter</a><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/schiefelbein/">Jeff Schiefelbein on LinkedIn</a>BeatiDudes Theme Song and Music By<a href="https://thepencilbureau.com/">The Pencil Bureau</a> <a href="https://www.davemooremusic.com/">Dave Moore Music</a>

Medical Miracles | Dr. Robert Collins | Episode #200

A pitcher getting ready for spring training with the Chicago Cubs. He had been with the Pittsburgh Pirates organization from 2016-2020, having initially been drafted into Major League Baseball as a second round pick by the Miami Marlins. As a student-athlete he had played his college baseball at Arizona State University. He is also co-founder of an organization called Project Thirty Four. He's a very dedicated member of the Knights of Columbus too.

CSR 106 Trevor Williams

A cradle Catholic, she played soccer all throughout high school and college, attending Catholic schools and even getting her degree in Theology. She is the creator of the Sportsmanship and Spirit Ministry for Seton High School, an all-girls, Catholic, college-preparatory school in Cincinnati, Ohio. She also talks during this interview about a group she is active with in her parish and also gives news about her family.

CSR 49 Erika Maurer

Today Sam and John discuss the dignity of work and how to balance the desire for career advancement with your faith. We also give great advice on how to get ahead in your career and discern changing your job. Pride, power, and pleasure are the ideals held by society with work, but it is by pursuing these ideals that we instead find frustration, anxiety, and unhappiness.RERUM NOVARUM - "Rights and Duties of Capital and Labor" - Pope Leo XIII -https://www.vatican.va/content/leo-xiii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_l-xiii_enc_15051891_rerum-novarum.htmlLABOREM EXERCENS - "Through work man must earn his daily bread" - Pope St. John Paul II - https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_jp-ii_enc_14091981_laborem-exercens.htmlCatechism:“If any one will not work, let him not eat.” Work honors the Creator’s gifts and the talents received from him. (CCC 2427).In work, the person exercises and fulfills in part the potential inscribed in his nature. (CCC 2428) -- PLEASE CONSIDER SUPPORTING THE CATHOLIC GENTLEMAN --https://www.patreon.com/catholicgentleman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://megaphone.fm/adchoices">megaphone.fm/adchoices</a>

Does God Want You To Be Successful

EP 88 Q&A With Fr.Larry Richards - The Reason For Our Hope Foundation

Friends, my favorite current TV show, "Mrs. Davis," features an adventurous nun, a search for the Holy Grail, and an all-powerful algorithm. It also raises many interesting questions about artificial intelligence, God, free will, and our mystical union with Christ. In today's "Word on Fire Show," Brandon Vogt and I discuss these themes and more. (NOTE: This episode does not contain any major spoilers so it's safe to listen before watching the series.) A listener asks, is artificial intelligence a threat or an opportunity for evangelization? Links <ul> <li>The Mystical Body of Christ&nbsp;by Fulton Sheen w/ introduction by Brandon Vogt and foreword by Bishop Barron</li> </ul>

WOF 393: Mrs. Davis, Algorithms, and God

In this interview, Matt talks with Dr. Peter Kwasniewski—author, lecturer, scholar and composer—about his (Dr. Kwasniewski's) first experience with the Traditional Latin Mass, and how it deeply impacted him and changed his understanding of what the Mass is all about. The conversation also touches on the beauty (and importance of) sacred music, the impacts of Vatican II upon the Church, and much, much more. 🍺 Want to Support Pints With Aquinas? 🍺 Get episodes a week early and join exclusive live streams with me! Become an annual supporter at 👉 <a href= "https://mattfradd.locals.com/support" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://mattfradd.locals.com/support</a> 💵 Show Sponsors: 👉 College of St. Joseph the Worker: <a href= "https://www.collegeofstjoseph.com/mattfradd" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://www.collegeofstjoseph.com/mattfradd</a> 👉 Truthly – The Catholic faith at your fingertips: <a href= "https://www.truthly.ai/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://www.truthly.ai/</a> 👉 Hallow – The #1 Catholic prayer app: <a href= "https://hallow.com/mattfradd" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://hallow.com/mattfradd</a> ￼ 💻 Follow Me on Social Media: 📌 Facebook: <a href="https://facebook.com/mattfradd" target= "_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://facebook.com/mattfradd</a> 📸 Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/mattfradd" target= "_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://instagram.com/mattfradd</a> ? Twitter/X: <a href="https://twitter.com/Pints_W_Aquinas" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://twitter.com/Pints_W_Aquinas</a> 🎵 TikTok: <a href="https://tiktok.com/@pintswithaquinas" target= "_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://tiktok.com/@pintswithaquinas</a> 👕 PWA Merch – Wear the Faith! Grab your favorite PWA gear here: <a href= "https://shop.pintswithaquinas.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://shop.pintswithaquinas.com</a>