Franciscan University Presents

The First American Pope | Dr. Matthew Bunson | Franciscan University Presents

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Join host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Dr. Matthew Bunson, Vice President and Editorial Director of EWTN News and Author of "Leo XIV: Portrait of the First American Pope", as they discuss the historical significance and potential impact of the first pontiff born in the United States.

Other Voices from this episode include:

Theresa Antony, MA Theology Student
Colleen Eisley, Communication Arts & Theology Major

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: JULY 2026

Pardon, Peace, and Interpersonal Forgiveness | Fr. John Burns | Franciscan University Presents

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Join host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Fr. John Burns, PhD, Founder of the Friends of the Bridegroom and Author of "Pardon and Peace: The Science and Theology of Interpersonal Forgiveness", as they discuss the significance of extending forgiveness to others and the healing that can accompany that choice.

Other Voices in this episode include:
Mercedes O'Brien, Business Management Major
Gianna Waldron, Business Management Major
Anthony DeBlasis, Biology Major
Anthony Fontecchio, Accounting & Finance Major

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: JUNE 2026

On Euthanasia and Dying Well | Fr. Tad Pacholczyk | Franciscan University Presents

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Join host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Fr. Tad Pacholczyk, PhD, Senior Ethicist at the National Catholic Bioethics Center, as they discuss the problems with euthanasia in light of the dignity of human suffering.

Other Voices from this episode include:

Dr. Martin Owen, MD, Family Medicine Practitioner

Dr. Ben Safranski, PhD, former Hospice Counselor

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: MAY 2026

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Serving the Poor and the Persecuted | Dr. Stephen Rasche | Franciscan University Presents

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Join host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Dr. Stephen Rasche, Director of the Institute for Catholic Humanitarian Service at Franciscan University of Steubenville and author of the book, The Disappearing People: The Tragic Fate of Christians in the Middle East, as they discuss modern martyrdom and persecution of Christians in the Middle East and Nigeria.

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: APRIL 2026

Other Voices from this episode include quotes from Pope Francis during his 2021 visit to Iraq, read by JW Beatovich.

You can watch the video version of this episode on Faith and Reason here.

Overcoming Sins of Speech | Fr. Gregory Pine, OP | Franciscan University Presents

Fri, 01 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Join host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Father Gregory Pine, OP, Professor of Dogmatic and Moral Theology at the Dominican House of Studies and author of the new book, Training the Tongue and Growing Beyond Sins of Speech, as they discuss the gift of our ability to speak and how to use it for the glory of God.

Other Voices in this episode include:

Samuel Wofford, Marketing Major

John Tiplick, Theology Major

Camila Aponte, Human Development & Family Studies Major

Clare Weber, Theology and Catechetics Major

Quotes from the Epistle of St. James read by John Romanowsky

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: MARCH 2026

You can watch the video version of this episode here.

Making a Pilgrimage | Joan Watson | Franciscan University Presents

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400

Join host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Joan Watson, Formation Manager at Verso Ministries and author of the new book, Making a Pilgrimage: A Companion for Catholics, as they discuss the meaning and importance of pilgrimages.

Other Voices for this episode include:

Fr. Jonathan St. André, TOR
Vice President of Franciscan Life

Fr. Shawn Roberson, TOR
Chaplain

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: FEBRUARY 2026

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Answers on Death and Dying | Dr. Roger Nutt | Franciscan University Presents

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0500

Join host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Dr. Roger Nutt, Provost at Ave Maria University and author of the new book To Die Is Gain: A Theological (re-) Introduction to the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick for Clergy, Laity, Caregivers, and Everyone Else, as they discuss what the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick can teach us about death and dying.

Other Voices from this episode include:

Fr. Patrick Whittle, TOR
Assistant Professor of Theology

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: January 2026

You can watch the video version of this episode here.

When Bad Things Happen to Good People | Hon. Jeff Fortenberry | Franciscan University Presents

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0500

Join host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn,, and special guest the Hon. Jeff Fortenberry, retired Congressman from Nebraska, as they discuss the weaponization of government against people of faith, and how we can respond to persecution in our own lives.

Other Voices for this episode include:

Liam O'Neill, Political Science Major Gianna Chipchase, Human Development & Family Studies Major Joseph Lytle, Accounting Major

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: DECEMBER 2025

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Piety and Personality | Rosemary McGuire Berry | Franciscan University Presents

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0500

Join host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Shane Owens and Dr. Regis Martin , and special guest Rosemary McGuire Berry, author of Piety and Personality: The Temperaments of the Saints, as they discuss how our temperaments can help—or hinder—our journey in faith. Each of us can find a saint who shows us how our unique gifts and challenges can be our path to holiness.

Other Voices for this episode include:

Christina Simms, Mechanical Engineering Major Paul Bremberg, Political Science & History Major Gareth Cassidy, Master of Theology

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: NOVEMBER 2025

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Life in the Spirit | Dr. Ralph Martin | Franciscan University Presents

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0500

Join host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Dr. Ralph Martin, President of Renewal Ministries, as they discuss what the Holy Spirit is saying to the Church today.

Other Voices from this episode are featured excerpts from Dr. Ralph Martin’s book, A Life in the Spirit: A Memoir , voiced by John Romanowsky

ORIGINAL AIRDATE OCTOBER 2025

You can watch the video version of this episode here.

Ancient Prayer and Modern Technology | Alex Jones | Franciscan University Presents

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0500

Join host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Alex Jones, Co-Founder and CEO of Hallow, as they discuss how technology can benefit our prayer life—and not be a distraction!

Other Voices from this episode include:

Nick Hogan
General Studies

Annie Girone
Communication Arts

Dan Musacchio
Communication Arts

ORIGINAL AIRDATE SEPTEMBER 2025

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Why We Need Scripture | Jeff Cavins | Franciscan University Presents

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Join host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Jeff Cavins, author of Walking With God: A Journey Through the Bible and I'm Not Being Fed: Discovering the Food That Satisfies the Soul, as they discuss why we need Scripture as much as we need food—and why that's no accident!

Other Voices from this episode include:

Paul Bremberg
Political Science & History

Elizabeth Swift
Philosophy & Political Science

Theresa Antony
Theology & Classics

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: AUGUST 2025

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Sharing the Gospel as Youth Missionaries | Dcn. Bob Rice, PhD | Franciscan University Presents

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Deacon Bob Rice, PhD, Professor of Catechetics at Franciscan University of Steubenville and author of "Sharing the Gospel With Our Lives: A Relational Approach to Catholic Youth Ministry", as they discuss how the Gospels can show us the best way to reach young people and why we might need to redefine what makes youth ministry a success.

Other Voices from this episode were excerpts from Pope Francis' "Christus Vivit", read by John Romanowsky.

Original Air Date: July 2025

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Forming Families for Heaven | Fr. Carter Griffin | Franciscan University Presents

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Join host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Father Carter Griffin, Rector at the Saint John Paul II Seminary and author of Forming Families, Forming Saints, as they discuss the role of parents and family life in preparing us for our final destination.

Other Voices for this episode include:

Dr. Ron Bolster
Dean of the School of Theology and Philosophy

Dr. Petroc Willey
Professor of Theology and Catechetics

Dr. William Keimig
Deputy Director of the Catechetical Institute

Original Air Date: June 2025

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Preparing for Martyrdom | Dr. Regis Martin | Franciscan University Presents

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Join host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Scott Hahn and Dr. Shane Owens, and special guest Dr. Regis Martin, Professor of Theology at Franciscan University of Steubenville and author of March to Martyrdom: Seven Letters on Sanctity From St. Ignatius of Antioch, as they discuss how the example of St. Ignatius of Antioch can inspire us to examine our lives.

Other Voices for this episode are excerpts from Dr. Martin's book, read by the author.

Original Air Date: May 2025

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The Stigmatists | Dr. Paul Kengor | Franciscan University Presents

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Join panelists Father Jonathan St. André, TOR, and Dr. Scott Hahn, host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, and special guest Dr. Paul Kengor, Professor of Political Science at Grove City College and author of The Stigmatists: Their Gifts, Their Revelations, Their Warnings, as they discuss the saints who bore the wounds of Christ, and why this should get our attention.

Other Voices for this episode include:

Dr. James Matenaer
Professor of History, Franciscan University of Steubenville

Dr. Kyle McKenna
Professor of Biology, Franciscan University of Steubenville

Original Air Date: April 2025

Find talks from the Marked with the Wounds of Christ Conference from September 12-14, 2024, here.

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St. Augustine's Confessions and Us | Dr. Shane Owens | Franciscan University Presents

Fri, 02 May 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Join panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, and special guest Dr. Shane Owens, Assistant Professor of Theology at Franciscan University of Steubenville and Author of Return to the Heart: The Biblical Spirituality of St. Augustine's Confessions, as they discuss what St. Augustine can teach us about our own heart and our own spiritual journey.

Other Voices for this episode are quotes from Dr. Owens' book, read by Fr. Vince Yeager, TOR.

Original Air Date: March 2025

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Why Some Women Defy the Birth Dearth | Dr. Catherine Pakaluk | Franciscan University Presents

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Join panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, and special guest Dr. Catherine Pakaluk, associate professor in the Busch School of Business at the Catholic University of America and author of Hannah’s Children: The Women Quietly Defying the Birth Dearth, as they discuss why some women are open to having large families, despite cultural pressure.

Other Voices from this episode include:

Alicia Hernon
Co-Founder, Messy Family Project & Mother of 10

Laura Doroski
Parish Respect Life Ministry Coordinator & Mother of 6

Original Air Date: February 2025

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A Year of Hope and Grace | Dr. John Bergsma | Franciscan University Presents

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0500

Join panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, and special guest Dr. John Bergsma, Professor of Theology at Franciscan University of Steubenville and Author of Jesus and Jubilee: The Biblical Roots of the Year of God’s Favor, as they discuss how we can enter into this Year of Jubilee and discover what God wants to offer each of us.

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: January 2025

Other Voices for this episode include:

Jean Robledo, Theology and Catechetics Major Sarah Gacka, History Major Katherine Saliga, Communication Arts and Classics Major Listen to more Franciscan University Presents episodes and discover other Catholic podcasts, videos, and resources at Faith and Reason.

A Catholic Approach to Relationships | Dr. Greg Bottaro | Franciscan University Presents

Sat, 01 Feb 2025 10:00:00 -0500

Join panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, and special guest Dr. Greg Bottaro, Catholic psychologist and founder of the CatholicPsych Institute, as they discuss difficult relationships and the contributions of John Paul II to modern psychology.

Father Dave also had an entire series about mental health with Dr. Greg Bottaro on season 3 of In Focus, which you can find here.

Other Voices featured in this episode include:

Vincent D'Antuono, Communication Arts major
Laura Rodriguez, Marketing major
John Fusco, Business Management and Theology major
Isaac Desrosierss, Mechanical Engineering Major

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: December 2024

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The Fatherhood of God | Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR | Franciscan University Presents

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0500

Join panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and Host – and special guest – Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, President of Franciscan University of Steubenville and Host of the video series “My father’s Father“, as they discuss how human fatherhood reveals – but can never replace – the divine Fatherhood of God.

Other Voices for this episode include:

William McNamara, Communication Arts major

Emma Grace Brierley, Marketing major

Duran Lurie, Philosophy and Theology major

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: NOVEMBER 2024

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The Light of His Eyes | Mother Iliana | Franciscan University Presents

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0500

Join Host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn,, and special guest Mother Iliana, a nun of the Byzantine Catholic Christ the Bridegroom Monastery and author of the new book “The Light of His Eyes: Journeying From Self-Contempt to the Father’s Delight“, as they discuss how we know that our lives matter and that we are enough.

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: OCTOBER 2024

Other Voices for this Episode include:

Ally Lazo, Theology and Catechetics Major

Isabella Severson, Nursing Major

Joshua Costello, Manager of Guest Outreach and Satisfaction

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A Catholic Pilgrimage Through American History | Dr. Kevin Schmiesing | Franciscan University Presents

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Join Host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn,, and special guest Dr. Kevin Schmiesing, professor of Church History at Mount St. Mary’s Seminary and School of Theology and author of A Catholic Pilgrimage Through American History: People and Places that Shaped the Church in the United States, as they discuss what pilgrimage is and all of the many holy sites located throughout the United States of America.

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: September 2024

Other Voices for this Episode include excerpts from Dr. Schmiesing's book, read by John Romanowsky.

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The Intersection of Faith and Science | Dr. Daniel Kuebler | Franciscan University Presents

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Dr. Daniel Kuebler, professor of biology at Franciscan University of Steubenville and Vice President of the Society of Catholic Scientists, as they discuss the intersection of faith and science and what the Church’s official stance on evolution is.

Want to learn more about the intersection of faith and science? Be sure to check out Dr. Daniel Kuebler podcast and video series Purposeful Lab.

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: August 2024

Other Voices for this episode include:

Sean Vander Woude, Biology and Theology Major

Emma Higgins, Biochemistry Major

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Evangelizing Catechesis | Bishop Frank J. Caggiano | Franciscan University Presents

Sat, 07 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Join Host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn,, and special guest Bishop Frank J. Caggiano, Bishop of the Diocese of Bridgeport, Connecticut and member of the USCCB Committee on Evangelization and Catechesis, as they discuss Catechesis and who needs it the most.

Other Voices for this episode include:

Bill Keimig, Deputy Director of the Catechetical Institute at Franciscan University of Steubenville

Father Drake McCalister, Coordinator of Catechetical Practicum at Franciscan University of Steubenville

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: July 2024

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How Smashing the Patriarchy Has Destroyed Women | Dr. Carrie Gress | Franciscan University Presents

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Join Host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Dr. Carrie Gress, Fellow at the Ethics and Policy Center and author of The End of Woman: How Smashing the Patriarchy Has Destroyed Us, as they discuss feminism and how the abolition of patriarchy has hurt women.

The Other Voices segments for this episode are excerpts from Dr. Gress' book.

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: June 2024

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The Gift of the Eucharist | Bishop Andrew Cozzens | Franciscan University Presents

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Join Host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn,, and special guest Bishop Andrew Cozzens, Bishop of Crookston, Minnesota and Chairman of the Board for the National Eucharistic Congress, as they discuss the gift of the Holy Eucharist and the National Eucharistic Revival.

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: May 2024

Other Voice include:

Victoria Unnerstall
Bio-Chemistry Major

Talia Tetmeyer
Theology-Catechetics Major

Ethan Peterson
Clinical Psychology Major

Abigail Spence
Accounting Major

Gordon Kalamasz
Education Major

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The Genesis of Gender | Dr. Abigail Favale | Franciscan University Presents

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Join Host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Dr. Abigail Favale, Professor in the McGrath Institute for Church Life at the University of Notre Dame and author of "The Genesis of Gender: A Christian Theory", as they discuss the gender paradigm and what the human body has to say about human personhood.

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: April 2024

Other Voices in this episode include quotes from Dr. Favale's book "The Genesis of Gender: A Christian Theory"

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Overcoming the Vice of Acedia | Dr. Brandon Dahm | Franciscan University Presents

Fri, 03 May 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Dr. Brandon Dahm, Associate Professor of Philosophy and author of “Correcting Acedia Through Wonder and Gratitude“, as they discuss what the vice of acedia is and how to overcome it.

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: March 2024

Other Voices for this episode include:

John-Paul Palladino, Accounting & Communication Arts Major

Hannah Hough, Communication Arts Major

Hannah Falcone, Marketing Major

Michael Allen, Criminal Justice Major

Bernadette Bede, Theology & Catechetics Major

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The Catholic Church and Slavery | Dr. Paul Kengor | Franciscan University Presents

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Join Host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Dr. Paul Kengor, Senior Director of the Institute for Faith & Freedom and Professor of Political Science at Grove City College, and author of the new book The Worst of Indignities: The Catholic Church on Slavery, as they discuss the long history of the Catholic Church’s vocal— and Scriptural — opposition to the institution of slavery.

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: February 2024

Other Voices for this episode include selections from Dr. Kengor's Book, and a selection from a document by Pope Gregory XVI.

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Living as Catholics in Exile | Dr. Scott Hahn | Franciscan University Presents

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 10:00:00 -0500

Join Host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Shane Owens, and special guest Dr. Scott Hahn, the Fr. Scanlan Professor of Biblical Theology and the New Evangelization at Franciscan University of Steubenville, and author of the new book “Catholics in Exile: Biblical Wisdom for the Journey Home“, as they discuss how we can survive – and even change – this world that is not our true home.

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: January 2024

Other Voices for this episode include:

Daisy O'Donnell, Clinical Psychology Major

Brendan O'Neill, Engineering Major

Jonah Kane, Theology and Catechetics Major

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Our Sorrows and the Seven Sorrows Rosary | Immaculée Ilibagiza | Franciscan University Presents

Sat, 03 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0500

Join Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Kimberly Hahn, and special guest Immaculée Ilibagiza, Rwandan genocide survivor and author of the new book “A Blessing in Disguise: Miracles of the Seven Sorrows Rosary“, as they discuss how meditating on the Sorrows of Our Lady can help us to embrace our own sorrows – and even bring us consolation.

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: December 2023

Other Voices appearing in this episode:

Stanley Colaco, Business Management Major

David Zamora, Theology and Philosophy Major

Bryan Black, Computer Science Major

Collin Piser, Theology and Philosophy Major

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The Priesthood in the Bible | Fr. Anthony Giambrone, OP | Franciscan University Presents

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 10:00:00 -0500

Join Host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Father Anthony Giambrone, OP, Extraordinary Professor and Vice Director of the French School of Biblical and Archaeological Research in Jerusalem, and author of the new book “The Bible and the Priesthood: Priestly Participation in the One Sacrifice for Sins“, as they discuss how the Old Testament and the Catholic priesthood are connected through the sacrifice of Christ.

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: NOVEMBER 2023

Other Voices featured in this episode include:

Fr. Patrick Whittle, TOR

Director, Priestly Discernment Program

Franciscan University of Steubenville

Fr. Rufino Corona, TOR

Pastoral Assistant to Household Life & Office of Evangelization

Franciscan University of Steubenville

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Unity of Body and Soul: Gender Dysphoria | Archbishop Paul Coakley | Franciscan University Presents

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 10:00:00 -0500

Join Host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest the Most Rev. Paul Coakley, Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City and author of the pastoral letter “On the Unity of the Body and Soul: Accompanying Those Experiencing Gender Dysphoria“, as they discuss the intersection of science, Church teaching, and personal relationships.

This episode's Other Voices feature:

Fr. Jonathan St. André, TOR, Vice President of Franciscan Life

Dr. Derek Doroski, Professor of Biology

Dr. Deborah Savage, Professor of Theology

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: OCTOBER 2023

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Love Basics From Scripture | Dr. John Bergsma | Franciscan University Presents

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Join Host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Dr. John Bergsma, professor of Theology at Franciscan University of Steubenville and author of Love Basics for Catholics: Illustrating God’s Love for Us Throughout the Bible, as they discuss how God’s relationship with his people sets the stage for own relationships.

This episode's Other Voices segments are excerpts from Dr. Bergsma's book, voiced by John Romanowsky.

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: SEPTEMBER 2023

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Free to Be Holy | Matt Lozano | Franciscan University Presents

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Matt Lozano, Director of Training at Heart of the Father Ministries and Co-Author of the book Free to Be Holy: Discovering Who You Are in Christ, as they discuss what it means to live holiness.

Other Voices in this episode include:

Dan Casey, Biology Major

Tess Seidlitz, Communication Arts Major

Isabella Murphy, Theology Major

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: AUGUST 2023

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Forming Young Catholic Leaders | Peter Blute | Franciscan University Presents

Sat, 02 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Join Host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Peter Blute, COO of Young Catholic Professionals, as they discuss how young Catholic professionals can live an authentic faith life, how we see the dignity of work, and whether faith is compatible with success.

This episode's Other Voices feature:

Abigail Gantz; Experimental Psychology Major

Kristina Beer; Theology and Catechetics Major

Haley Davinsizer; Accounting and Finance Major

Caleb Rider; Theology and Philosophy Major

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: JULY 2023

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The Scriptural Vision of Man and Woman | Dr. Nina Heereman | Franciscan University Presents

Fri, 04 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Join Host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Dr. Nina Heereman, Associate Professor of Sacred Scripture at St. Patrick’s Seminary and University and author of the new book “Athirst for the Spirit: Biblical Wisdom for Desert Times“, as they discuss a genuine scriptural understanding of men and women.

This episode’s Other Voices feature quotes from Dr. Heereman’s book, voiced by Christie Fleming.

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: JUNE 2023

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Holy Is His Name | Dr. Scott Hahn | Franciscan University Presents

Fri, 07 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Join Host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. John Bergsma, and special guest Dr. Scott Hahn, the Fr. Scanlan Professor of Biblical Theology at Franciscan University of Steubenville and author of the new book Holy Is His Name: The Transforming Power of God’s Holiness in Scripture, as they discuss what holiness is and how Christ brings it within our reach.

This episode's Other Voices include:

Annelise Davis; Theology and Marketing Major

Maddie Flieller; Clinical Psychology Major

Jacob Smith; Sacred Music Major, Organ Concentration

Joe Prendergast; Philosophy Major

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: MAY 2023

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Healing Life’s Hurts | Dr. Matthew Breuninger | Franciscan University Presents

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Join Host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Dr. Matthew Breuninger, Associate Professor of Psychology at Franciscan University of Steubenville and author of the new book “Finding Freedom in Christ: Healing Life’s Hurts“, as they discuss how Christ can heal our emotional suffering and help us overcome the wounds that keep us in bondage.

This episode’s Other Voices interviews feature Dr. Donald Kissinger, Associate Professor of Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and Dr. Regina Boerio, Professor of Psychology and Dean of Humanities and Social Sciences at Franciscan University of Steubenville.

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: APRIL 2023

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Healed and Transformed | Heather Khym | Franciscan University Presents

Fri, 05 May 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Join Host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Heather Khym, Co-Founder of Life Restoration Ministries, Co-Host of the podcast Abiding Together, and author of the new book Abide: A Pathway to Transformative Healing and Intimacy With Jesus, as they discuss how to move from surviving to thriving by realizing that the Lord loves us even in our brokenness.

This episode’s Other Voices include Dr. Donald Kissinger, Associate Professor of Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and Dr. Regina Boerio, Professor of Psychology and Dean of Humanities and Social Sciences at Franciscan University of Steubenville.

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: MARCH 2023

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Art and Beauty in the Catholic Tradition | Stanley Konopka | Franciscan University Presents

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0400

Join Host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Stanley Konopka, Director of the Chamber Orchestra at Franciscan University of Steubenville and Assistant Principal Viola for the Cleveland Symphony Orchestra, as they discuss the necessity of beauty in our culture – and in our liturgy.

*This episode's Other Voices include musical performances by Stanley Konopka on Viola and Audrey Konopka on piano. Podcast listeners will enjoy their full-length performance of J.S. Bach's Ave Maria, which was shortened for broadcast.

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: FEBRUARY 2023

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Learning From Illness and Suffering | Dr. Katharina Westerhorstmann | Franciscan University Presents

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0500

Join Host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Dr. Katharina Westerhorstmann, Professor of Theology and Medical Ethics at Franciscan University of Steubenville and author of “What it Means to Be Human: Anthropological and Ethical Reflections on Navigating the Vulnerability and Fragility of Human Existence During Times of Illness“, as they discuss how our vulnerability can help us understand our humanity, and how we can learn to live through suffering.

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: JANUARY 2022

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Trusting in Jesus | Sr. Faustina Maria Pia Bianchi, SV | Franciscan University Presents

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 10:00:00 -0500

Join Host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Sr. Faustina Maria Pia Bianchi, SV, author of the book Jesus I Trust in You: A 30-Day Personal Retreat With the Litany of Trust, as they discuss what it means to trust in Jesus and what we stand to gain if we can overcome our fears.

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: DECEMBER 2022

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Eucharistic Revival | Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone | Franciscan University Presents

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 12:36:23 -0500

Join Host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest the Most Reverend Salvatore Cordileone, Archbishop of the Archdiocese of San Francisco and author of the pastoral letter “Before I Formed You in the Womb I Knew You“, as they discuss what it really means for us to receive Communion – and if any of us are truly worthy.

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: NOVEMBER 2022

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A Preview of the Resurrection | Dr. Regis Martin | Franciscan University Presents

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 17:41:53 -0500

Join Host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Deborah Savage and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Dr. Regis Martin, professor of Systematic Theology at Franciscan University of Steubenville and author of the new book Looking for Lazarus: A Preview of the Resurrection, as they discuss what the Lord wants to tell us about death in the raising of Lazarus.

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: OCTOBER 2022

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How to Talk About Church Teachings | Fr. Carter Griffin | Franciscan University Presents

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 17:38:11 -0500

Join Host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Fr. Carter Griffin, Rector at St. John Paul II Seminary, and Author of the new book Cross Examined: Catholic Responses to the World's Questions, as they discuss how Catholics can prepare to discuss confusing or unpopular Church teachings.

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How to Be Awake, Not Woke | Noelle Mering | Franciscan University Presents

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 13:43:21 -0500

Join Host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Noelle Mering, Fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center, and Author of the new book “Awake, Not Woke: A Christian Response to the Cult of Progressive Ideology“, as they discuss our response to a dangerous and increasingly self-destructive worldview.

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Friendship and the Fathers | Mike Aquilina | Franciscan University Presents

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 12:49:23 -0500

Join Host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Mike Aquilina, Executive Vice President of the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology and author of the new book Friendship and the Fathers: How the Early Church Evangelized, as they discuss how the Church Fathers can help us combat loneliness in the 21st century.

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Facing Crises in the Church and Society | Fr. Gerald E. Murray | Franciscan University Presents

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 15:45:36 -0500

Join Host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Father Gerald E. Murray, a diocesan priest in the Archdiocese of New York, and co-author of the new book Calming the Storm: Navigating the Crises Facing the Catholic Church and Society, as they discuss how to navigate the confusion in our culture today.

ORIGINAL AIR DATE: SEPTEMBER 2022

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