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JD and Ed debate the purpose and impact of holy days of obligation. - This episode is sponsored by St. Bernard’s School of Theology and Ministry. Audit a course this summer entirely free — thanks to the Knights of Columbus Finger Lakes Chapter. Learn more at st.bernards.edu This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pil...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.com JD shares a bit of paternal wisdom from his own dad. Ed guards his Saturday plans. Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone * Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account. * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar Podcast Having i...

JD and Ed talk about an unusual ruling in an appeal of a wrongful termination lawsuit filed by the Vatican's former auditor general, Libero Milone. This episode is sponsored by Norman’s Nursery in Southern California. Norman’s Nursery is California’s premier grower of trees, shrubs and houseplants, serving homeowners, landscapers, and developers. Call (805) 398-0011 to plan your dream landscape to...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.com JD and Ed discuss Candlegate. Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone * Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account. * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar Podcast Having issues? Check out this general step-by-step guide from...

JD and Ed consider ongoing chatter about a merger of the Diocese of Steubenville. This episode is sponsored by Norman’s Nursery in Southern California. Norman’s Nursery is California’s premier grower of trees, shrubs and houseplants, serving homeowners, landscapers, and developers. Call (805) 398-0011 to plan your dream landscape today, or visit NormansNursery.com This is a public episode. If you'...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.com Ed’s stressed, Pope Francis is still in the hospital, and kids’ movies from the 80s still haunt JD and Ed. Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone * Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account. * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The...

JD and Ed address a question that has resurfaced with Pope Francis’ hospitalization— what will happen if there are more than 120 cardinal electors in the next conclave? Join JD and Ed in Rome this December! Learn more about The Pillar Pilgrimage here . - This episode is sponsored by Norman’s Nursery in Southern California. Norman’s Nursery is California’s premier grower of trees, shrubs and housep...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.com Ed gives JD the rundown on the National Catholic Breakfast. Then, JD plays a game about bad breakfast foods around the world. Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone * Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account. * Tap ‘set up p...

JD and Ed continue to pray for Pope Francis. The federal government terminates its refugee resettlement contract with U.S. bishops. Then, the Dicastery for Legislative Texts issues a guidance on publishing lists of “credibly accused” clergy. This episode is sponsored by the Augustine Institute. Offering master’s degrees in Theology, Pastoral Theology, and Catholic Education, the Augustine Institut...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.com JD and Ed want to see some Roman soccer. But can Ed hang? - Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone * Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account. * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar Podcast Having issues? Check out this g...

Today is Ed’s day. But first, the U.S. bishops’ conference sues the Trump administration. This episode is sponsored by the Augustine Institute. Offering master’s degrees in Theology, Pastoral Theology, and Catholic Education, the Augustine Institute prepares students to serve Christ and His Church in schools, parishes, dioceses, and beyond. To learn more, visit augustine.edu . - Show notes: UK cou...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.com What’s best practice for valentines exchanges? - Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone * Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account. * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar Podcast Having issues? Check out this general step...

Join JD and Ed in praying for Pope Francis. Then, JD and Ed talk about the latest trouble in the Archdiocese of Newark, where recently leaked documents have thrown into question the suitability of the president of Seton Hall University. This episode is sponsored by the Augustine Institute. Offering master’s degrees in Theology, Pastoral Theology, and Catholic Education, the Augustine Institute pre...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.com JD and Ed debate the effectiveness and merit of Pope Francis’ letter this week to the American episcopate about the Trump administration’s immigration policy. Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone * Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your...

JD and Ed give their takes on why some priests are disinterested in becoming bishops. Then, something strange is happening with the Dean of the College of Cardinals. This episode of The Pillar Podcast is brought to you by Source and Summit, the next generation of liturgy and music publishing. Elevate the liturgies of Easter and Holy Week at your parish this year. Get a demo— or sign up for a free...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.com JD and Ed play a round of ‘Bishop Karaoke.' Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone * Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account. * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar Podcast Having issues? Check out this general step-by-s...

JD and Ed talk about the situation of the retired cardinal archbishop of Lima— and discuss how they might approach the situation if they were bishops. This episode of The Pillar Podcast is brought to you by the University of Mary. Become a True Leader with an MBA from the University of Mary. Pillar paid subscribers receive an exclusive $10,000 scholarship. Learn more at pillar.umary.edu This is a...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.com JD has a bone to pick. Then, Ed details the complicated story that hijacked his Friday night. Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone * Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account. * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar Podca...

As the Filipino bishops’ conference prepares to vote on instituting the permanent diaconate, JD and Ed talk about what the deaconate is and why we have deacons. Ed plays a round of ‘Name that deacon!’ This episode of The Pillar Podcast is brought to you by the University of Mary. Become a True Leader with an MBA from the University of Mary. Pillar paid subscribers receive an exclusive $10,000 scho...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.com What did you think about Ed’s tips for dating ? Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone * Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account. * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar Podcast Having issues? Check out this general step-...

JD and Ed talk about the situation of the Institute of the Incarnate Word and how the Institute may have shaped Pope Francis’ perspective on new religious movements. This episode of The Pillar Podcast is brought to you by the University of Mary. Become a True Leader with an MBA from the University of Mary. Pillar paid subscribers receive an exclusive $10,000 scholarship. Learn more at pillar.umary...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.com JD shares some Flynn family lore. Are you a paying subscriber? * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone * Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account. * Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar Podcast Having issues? Check out this general step-by-step guide...

JD asks a favor. He and Ed talk about Cardinal Robert McElroy’s appointment this week to the Archdiocese of Washington. Then, they rank state flags. Wikimedia Map of the State Flags This episode of The Pillar Podcast is brought to you by the University of Mary. Become a True Leader with an MBA from the University of Mary. Pillar paid subscribers receive an exclusive $10,000 scholarship. Learn more...

JD and Ed are live from the Leonine Forum’s annual conference in Orlando to talk about the role of institutions in our lives. Then, the Leonine Forum’s Director of Operations Emma Boyle plays a round of Pittsburgh ‘Greater or Lesser’ and 'True or False.' This episode of The Pillar Podcast is brought to you by the University of Mary. Become a True Leader with an MBA from the University of Mary. Pil...

JD and Ed share the persons or stories they think will dominate the 2025 news cycle. JD’s picks * Major Archbishop Sviatoslav Shevchuk * Diocesan bankruptcy * American cardinalatial sees Ed’s picks * The Church in Syria * Cardinal Domenico Battaglia * Euthanasia This episode of The Pillar Podcast is brought to you by Norman’s Nursery in Southern California. Norman’s Nursery is California’s premier...