How Pope Leo Thinks

On the anniversary of the election of Pope Leo XIV, Tim reflects on the mind and mission of the Church’s new Holy Father, exploring how he thinks, the spiritual and intellectual influences shaping his leadership, and what his vision could mean for Catholics around the world. [Encore]  

Suburbs Changed Catholic America (Fr. Stephen Koeth, C.S.C.)

Father Stephen Koeth, C.S.C., joins Tim to discuss his book Crabgrass Catholicism and how the postwar move to the suburbs reshaped Catholic parish life, education, and politics. Together, they explore what this history reveals about American Catholic identity today and how the Church should respond…

The Pub and the Classroom (Deacon Dr. Harry Schnitker)

Deacon Dr. Harry Schnitker joins us to discuss the Maryvale Institute and its mission in Catholic theology and formation. He also shares how fellowship at the pub can become an important place for learning, conversation, and community beyond the classroom. Resources:  The Maryvale Institute 

The Largest Parish in the World (Privesh D'Souza)

Tim is joined by India native Privesh D’Souza to talk about Catholicism in the Middle East and the largest parish in the world, in Dubai. Also, what does dialogue with Islam look like as a Catholic?

Bringing People Home (Dr. Susan Longhurst)

Tim is joined by Dr. Suan Longhurst, director of Sycamore Roman Catholic Charity, to discuss the factors that draw people to the church and the efforts of dioceses in England and parts of America to engage with the "nones." Resources:  Sycamore is an informal course 

Catholic Renewal in England (Dr. Mark Nash)

Tim is joined by Dr. Mark Nash, Director of Ongoing Formation and the Director of the Agency for Evangelisation and Catechesis. Dr. Nash brings Americans up to speed on English Catholicism and into the heart of renewal in parish life in London. Resources:  Some Definite Service Archdiocese of So…

At the Kitchen Table: Tim Takes on London and Vatican II (Maggie Glemkowski)

Tim and Maggie sit down at the kitchen table (from across the pond) to talk about traveling for work and working together as a family. Also, dissect some of the most important context needed to understand the Vatican II Council. 

Questions and Intentions

Tim opens the phones and mailbag to take listeners' questions, emails, and prayer intentions. He concludes with the consecration prayer to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, entrusting every listener and every intention to Christ’s love and mercy.

America Turns to the Sacred Heart (Bishop Rhoades)

Tim welcomes Bishop Kevin Rhoades to discuss the U.S. bishops’ consecration of the nation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Bishop Rhoades shares his involvement in helping lead this historic effort and what it means for Catholics today   Resources:  Carmelite Sisters of the Most Sacred Heart

How He Made a Movie with $400K (Anthony D’Ambrosio)

Tim is joined by Anthony D’Ambrosio, the filmmaker, writer, and director of the critically acclaimed film Triumph of the Heart. They discuss Anthony’s journey to faith, his devotion to St. Maximilian Kolbe, and how that devotion ultimately inspired him to create the film. Anthony also shares behind…