Sandburg Media

Francis Effect podcast

Religion EN ↓ 151 episodes

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.

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#2308 - Live from St. Mary's College - Pride Month Preview, Election 2024, and a Pop Culture Roundup 12.05.2023 1:07:27

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

#2307 - Space X explosion, three Tennessee bishops for gun control, and an update on the Synod 28.04.2023 1:08:56

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

#2306 - The Tennessee Three, Clarence Thomas revelations, and rescinding the Doctrine of Discovery 14.04.2023 1:07:12

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

#2305 - State of Health Emergency ends, USCCB Guidance on Transgender Issues, and preparations for Holy Week 31.03.2023 1:07:22

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

#2304 - Fox News Defamation Case, Accusations of Heresy Among the Bishops, and the Holy Spirit 17.03.2023 1:09:41

Fr. Daniel, Heidi, and David look at the recent suit brought by Dominion Voting Systems against Fox News, the recent accusations by Bishop Paprocki against his brother Bishops, and an exploration of the untapped possibilities of the Holy Spirit in our faith lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#2303 - Train Derailment in Ohio, the Internet Debate at SCOTUS, and 10 Years of Pope Francis 03.03.2023 1:07:14

Fr. Daniel, Heidi, and David look back at a decade of Francis's papacy, the environmental effects of the train derailment in Ohio, and the recent Supreme Court cases that could change the internet as we know it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#2302 - Anti-Black-Studies Legislation in Florida, Anti-Trans Legislation in Many State Houses, and the Beginning of Lent 17.02.2023 1:12:20

Fr. Daniel, Heidi, and David discuss the efforts of Florida Governor Ron Desantis to change the AP curriculum, the parallels between anti-Trans and anti-LGBTQIA+ legislation and the policies of many Catholic schools and dioceses, and the challenges and joys of entering the season of Lent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#2301 - The Death of Pope Emeritus Benedict 16, the Essay by Cardinal McElroy, and and Women Preaching 03.02.2023 1:08:22

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David look at the recent passing of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, and his legacy. They also explore the many facets of synodality, as they look at a recent essay by Cardinal McElroy about welcoming the marginalized, and the possibilities that arise in letting the excluded voices of women play a role in our liturgies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic...

#2216 - The Final January 6th Hearing, Dismissal of Frank Pavone, and Christmas Reflections 23.12.2022 1:10:18

Fr. Daniel, Heidi, and David explore the most recent revelations from the Congressional hearings on January 6th, discuss the recent removal of Frank Pavone from the clerical state, and talk about their hopes for Christmas and the New Year Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#2215 - The Wedding Website Case at SCOTUS, Current State of the Synod, and Recent Vatican Relations with China 09.12.2022 1:10:11

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David discuss the issues at play in recent oral arguments in the 303 Creative case, look at the fans and opponents of synodality in the USCCB and beyond, and explore what diplomatic possibilities might lay ahead for Vatican-China Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Shooting in Colorado Springs, the National Meeting of Bishops, and Looking Ahead to Advent 24.11.2022 1:07:00

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David look at the recent attack on the LGBTQ community in Colorado, the implications of the recent elections for leadership in the USCCB, and talk about the beginning of Advent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#2213 - The Midterms, Anti-LGBTQ Policies, and Supreme Court Cases Affecting Civil Rights 11.11.2022 1:08:10

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David do a round-up of the 2022 Midterm elections, explore recent Supreme Court cases and their effects on Affirmative Action and Native tribal law, and discuss recent anti-LGBTQ+ policies in Catholic dioceses Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#2212 - The St. Louis school shooting, Archbishop Chaput, and Ye's anti-semitic remarks 28.10.2022 1:09:16

Fr. Daniel, Heidi, and David discuss the recent remarks from rapper Ye and their consequences, the aftermath of yet another horrific school shooting, and the recent political comments from Archbishop Chaput Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#2211 - The Anniversary of Vatican II, the 2022 Midterms, and a Pop-Culture Roundup 14.10.2022 1:18:19

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David look back at the complex legacy of the Second Vatican Council, look ahead to the November midterm elections, and look all around for good things to watch and read. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#2210 - Busing Migrants, Reports from the Synod, and the War in Ukraine 30.09.2022 1:11:58

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David look at Catholic Governors using migrants as political pawns, the recent synthesis reports from the Synod on Synodality, and recent developments and long-term effects in the ongoing war in Ukraine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#2209 - Welcome Back, LGBTQ+ Issues in the Church, and the Death of Queen Elizabeth II 16.09.2022 1:06:51

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David kick off season 11 with a look back at the summer break, and they explore the impact of the recent death of Queen Elizabeth II as well as recent policies from dioceses to exclude LGBTQ+ parishioners Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#2208 - The Leaked Dobbs Draft, the Closure of Catholic News Service, and a Season 10 Recap 11.05.2022 1:21:02

Heidi, Fr. Daniel and David look at the implications of the recently-leaked Supreme Court decision that likely will overturn Roe v. Wade, and the impact of closing the USCCB-run Catholic News Service, and then they look back at the season and ahead to the summer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#2207 - Governor DeSantis and Disney, the 50th Anniversary of Network, and the Elections in France 27.04.2022 1:03:35

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David talk about the recent anniversary of Network Lobby, the takeaways from the French elections, and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis's recent attacks on both major corporations and the vulnerable Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#2206 - Holy Week Pop Culture Roundup 13.04.2022 56:21

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David take it a little easy for Holy Week, and catch up on shows and music that they've each been enjoying. They also nerd out about liturgy at the beginning of the conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#2205 - Justice Clarence and Virginia Thomas, Reform of the Curia, and Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson 30.03.2022 1:11:00

Heidi, David, and Fr. Daniel discuss the recent reforms allowing more lay leadership, the recent allegations connecting Ginni Thomas to the January 6th insurrection, and the Seante confirmation hearings for Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#2204 - Two Years of COVID, Anti-Trans Legislation, and Nuclear Disarmament 16.03.2022 1:11:10

Fr. Daniel, Heidi, and David discuss the recent round of legislation aimed at LGBTQ+ persons, the relationship of nuclear disarmament to the war in Ukraine, and the grim second anniversary of the COVID pandemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#2203 - War in Ukraine, Pope Francis Dialogue with Students, and Lent 02.03.2022 1:15:51

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David talk about the recent Russian attack on Ukraine, they explore the Pope's live video conference with students across the Americas, and they talk about what they are planning for the season of Lent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#2202 - Student Journalists, the CatholicVote Lawsuit, and Recent Book Bans 16.02.2022 1:16:40

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David discuss the recent focus of right wing groups on Catholic organizations working on the southern US border, the firing of two faculty advisors at a Catholic school newspaper,, and welcome Fr. Bryan Massingale to discuss the recent upsurge in book bans across the nation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#2201 - Winter Break Recap, Milwaukee Anti-Trans Policies, and the Legacy of Thich Nhat Hahn 02.02.2022 1:05:07

Heidi, David, and Fr. Daniel discuss what they did between seasons, the life and legacy of Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hahn, and the impact of recent state bills and diocesan policies on the dignity and wellbeing of transgender persons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#2116 - Dorothy Day, New Ways Ministries, and a Year-End Wrap-Up 15.12.2021 1:09:38

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David discuss the ongoing canonization process for Dorothy Day, recent developments with new Ways Ministries and the Vatican, and take a look back at some of the best and worst of 2021 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices