Francis Effect podcast
Religion & Spirituality Podcas
Two theologians walk into a bar... No, seriously: This podcast is about the real world of politics and current events, seen through the lens of Catholic teaching and spirituality. Your hosts, Fr. Dan Horan and David Dault, bring you a mix of perspectives, from Abbey Road to Metaphysical Graffiti. Dan is a Franciscan friar and Catholic priest. David is a radio producer and Catholic convert. They both have doctorates in theology. It is the best possible kind of nerdy.
Location:
United States
Description:
Two theologians walk into a bar... No, seriously: This podcast is about the real world of politics and current events, seen through the lens of Catholic teaching and spirituality. Your hosts, Fr. Dan Horan and David Dault, bring you a mix of perspectives, from Abbey Road to Metaphysical Graffiti. Dan is a Franciscan friar and Catholic priest. David is a radio producer and Catholic convert. They both have doctorates in theology. It is the best possible kind of nerdy.
Language:
English
Episodes
#2408 - SCOTUS Homelessness Case, Pop Culture Roundup, and an interview with Elizabeth Johnson
4/25/2024
Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David end season 14 with a look at the media they've been consuming lately, as well as looking at a recent Supreme Court case that might affect care for the homeless. Then Heidi interviews Sr. Elizabeth Johnson. Have a great summer, and we'll see you in the fall! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:17:47
#2407 - Dignitas Infinita, the passing of Bishop Gumbleton, and in interview with Natalia Impertatori-Lee
4/11/2024
Fr. Daniel, Heidi, and David talk about the recent DDF instruction on human dignity, with an eye to its implications for LGBTQIA+ communities. Next, they look at the life and legacy of Bishop Thomas Gumbleton, and Heidi interviews Professor Natalia Imperatori-Lee. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:11:45
#2406 - The Mar-A-Lago 'Catholic' Event, March Madness, and an interview with Bruce Morrill
3/28/2024
Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David look at the recent ‘prayer’ event held in support of Donald Trump at Mar-A-Lago, and Heidi and Daniel teach David some things about basketball. Also, Heidi interviews Bruce Morrill, Chair of Catholic Studies at Vanderbilt University about the upcoming Eucharistic Congress Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:12:35
#2405 - The presidential race begins, the demise of Church Militant, and an interview with Michael O'Loughlin
3/14/2024
Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David discuss Super Tuesday and the State of the Union address, then they look at the recent collapse of the ultra-right-wing website, Church Militant, and Heidi interviews Michael O'Loughlin, recently named Executive Director of Outreach Catholic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:13:53
#2404 - IVF fallout, an attack on Annunciation House, and an interview with Dr. Kathleen Dorsey Bellow
2/29/2024
Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David look at recent court rulings that have resulted in confusing and at points disastrous consequences for parents undergoing IVF treatments. Next they look at Texas AG Ken Paxton's recent accusations against Annunciation House, a ministry serving migrants, and Heidi interviews Dr. Kathleen Dorsey Bellow, Director of the Institute for Black Catholic Studies in New Orleans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:17:41
#2403 - Superbowl ads, Cardinals meet with female Episcopal Bishop and discuss priestly celibacy, and an interview with Joyce Rupp
2/15/2024
Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David talk about the "He Gets Us" ad campaign, and who might be funding it. Then they look at recent discussions around priestly celibacy, and a meeting of the Council of Cardinals to discuss women's issues with some actual women, and Heidi interviews author Joyce Rupp about Lent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:23:32
#2402 - $83 Million Judgement Against Donald Trump, Papal Audience with Vatican Journalists, and an Interview with Ansel Augustine
2/1/2024
Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David look at the implications of the recent defamation suit against Donald Trump, and talk about the role of journalism in 21st-century Catholic life, and Heidi interviews Ansel Augustine about the synod and the experiences of Black Catholics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:08:15
#2401 - Iowa Caucus, Fiducia Supplicans, and an interview with Steven P. Millies
1/18/2024
The 2024 election cycle has begun, and Fr. Daniel, Heidi, and David discuss what the Iowa Caucus can tell us about next November, then we discuss the implications of the recent document on blessing same-sex couples, and Heidi interviews political scientist and friend of the show, Steven P. Millies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:22:00
#2316 - COP28 Meeting, Interview with Bishop John Stowe, OFM, and a Pop-Culture Roundup
12/7/2023
For our last episode of Season 13, Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David talk about the UN Climate Change Conference, Heidi interviews Bishop John Stowe, OFM, about the work of Pax Christi, and we talk about what we've been reading, watching, and listening to lately. We'll be back for Season 14 starting in mid-January. A blessed Advent, a Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year to all! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:25:01
#2315 - Bishop Strickland, the Voting Rights Act in peril, and an interview with timone davis
11/23/2023
Happy Thanksgiving! Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David look at the recent ouster of Tyler, Texas Bishop Strickland, and what it might mean for the growing divisions in the Church. Then they look at a recent court battle over voting rights in Arkansas, and what it might mean for the upcoming election. Finally, Heidi interviews theologian and professor timone davis about gratitude and the vital importance of having everyone at the table Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:34:13
#2314 - Donald Trump in court, Mike Johnson elected Speaker, and an interview with Fr. James Martin, SJ
11/9/2023
Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David look at the recent testimony of former President Donal Trump, and the recent election of Mike Johnson as Speaker of the House, and discuss what this might mean for our democratic institutions, and Heidi talks with Fr. James Martin, SJ, about the recent Synod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:11:41
#2313 - The Synod on Synodality: Reflections, analysis, and an interview with NCR's Christopher White
11/2/2023
Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David reflect on the last four weeks of the Synod, and give their thoughts on the recently-released synthesis document, and Heidi interviews NCR Vatican correspondent, Christopher White Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:09:59
#2312 - No Speaker of the House, Laudate Deum, and an Interview with Kate McElwee
10/12/2023
Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David explore the dysfunction at the top levels of the Republican party, as demonstrated by the recent vacancy of the Speaker of the House, and discuss Laudate Deum, the recent addendum to Laudato Si’. In our last segment, Heidi interviews Kate McElwee, executive director of the Women's Ordination Conference Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:11:56
#2311 - A Government Shutdown Looms, German Blessing of Same-Sex Unions, and and Interview with Brian Flanagan about Synodality
9/28/2023
Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David discuss the threat of government shutdown and its effects on the vulnerable, and look at the recent friction in Cologne, Germany over the blessing of same-sex unions, and Heidi interviews Brian Flanagan of New Ways Ministry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:08:51
#2310 - The Ongoing Migrant Crisis, the WGA/SAG-AFTRA Strike, and an Interview with Gustavo Arellano
9/14/2023
Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David look at the mixed Catholic response to the ongoing migrant crisis here in America and abroad, they look at the writers' and actors' strikes through a lens of Catholic Social Teaching, and Heidi interviews LA Times columnist Gustavo Arellano Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:10:22
#2309 - Catching Up, Trump Indictments, the Climate Crisis, and the Season of Creation
8/31/2023
Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David kick off season 13 with a look back at the non-stop events of the summer, including the four indictments (so far) against former President Donald Trump, and they look ahead to the upcoming Season of Creation, in light of our ongoing and worsening climate crisis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:12:45
#2308 - Live from St. Mary's College - Pride Month Preview, Election 2024, and a Pop Culture Roundup
5/12/2023
Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David go on the road for a live taping at St. Mary's College in Notre Dame, Indiana. They end season 12 by looking ahead to Pride month in June, and to the 2024 election, as well as talking about what they've been watching and reading. Please join them for Season 13, starting in September! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:07:27
#2307 - Space X explosion, three Tennessee bishops for gun control, and an update on the Synod
4/28/2023
Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David talk about the future prospects of space flight, the recent statements by Tennessee bishops in the gun control debate, and the next phase of the Synod on Synodality Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:08:56
#2306 - The Tennessee Three, Clarence Thomas revelations, and rescinding the Doctrine of Discovery
4/14/2023
Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David discuss the recent actions of the Tennessee Legislature, the potential scandal brewing around Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, and the recent repudiation of the so-called "Doctrine of Discovery" by the Vatican Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:07:12
#2305 - State of Health Emergency ends, USCCB Guidance on Transgender Issues, and preparations for Holy Week
3/31/2023
Fr. Daniel, Heidi, and David discuss the plans from the Biden administration to shut down COVID testing and support in the coming weeks, the recent guidance document from the Committee on Doctrine at the USCCB regarding Transgender persons, and how we are preparing for the coming of Holy Week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Duration:01:07:22