The WhoDeannyPod

Franklin sits down with one of his students in Genocide and the Holocaust to talk about that class, human morality, learning to care and the trouble with collective denial. Somehow, they manage to have a lot of laughs along the way!   

Warm your spirits by joining Franklin Oliver as he spends 10 minutes sharing some of his favorite poems about the Winter season. Some of these poems are available in MOSAIC and Myths found here .    We hope you enjoy these poems and stay warm in body and spirit. Cheers!   

Rachel Sipes joins Franklin to talk about Christmas favorites and not quite favorites. Lots of great listening suggestions for you!    Cheers! 

This month's Poetry Pod focuses on home and family.    Enjoy a few short poems from Franklin Oliver. 

Franklin puts on his history teacher hat and shares some reflections on the importance of WWI. He shares his conviction that the Great War might provide some important lessons for us 100 years after its ends and laments our unwillingness to venerate the millions who died in the hope that this would be the war to end all wars.  A classic poem and an eminent historian are also included in these 10 m...

Here's our first live audience podcast! Franklin had a chance to chat with some Brebeuf students who reflected on the Squirrel Hill massacre and combating the rise of public anti-Semitism. We apologize for the audio quality but know this conversation is definitely worth a listen. Please share widely!         

Franklin had the chance to visit with John Strenski. They had a deep, thoughtful and wide ranging conversation. And you get to listen in!    Intro and responding to anti-Semitism John's philosophical core 5:50 The Christian core of anti-Semitism 8:30 Anti-Semitic 'jokes' at Brebeuf 10:30 Charlottesville and surging anti-Semitism 12:45 Trump's acceptance of political violence 18:35 Faith, (im)moral...

Franklin rails against the Republican destruction of political norms in this short but mighty podcast.  Choose where you stand!   

This month's Poetry Pod focuses on the least appreciated season, Autumn.    Enjoy a few short poems from Franklin Oliver. 

Join Franklin for a special edition of the WhoDeannyPod. He shares his predictions for the upcoming NBA edition including two shocking outcomes for marquee teams in the first five minutes! Get ready, hoopheads!

Rachel Sipes joins Franklin to talk about their journey to Singapore! Part One features their fantastic day in San Francisco, crossing the Pacific in comfort and their first two days in the Lion City. Part Two will follow the rest of the rest so subscribe to the podcast now to make sure you won't miss it.    Make sure you check whodeannypod.org for links to some of the places referenced in the pod...

Franklin salutes his wife, Rachel, by sharing some of his original poetry. Hopefully you'll find some pieces here that connect with your own experiences of love! 

Since Franklin is (waaay) outta town this week, he thought he'd share some of his poems about traveling.  Listen and share! 

Franklin pays tribute to the late John McCain by exploring a half dozen critical moments when McCain said 'No'. This is an atypical look at an atypical man.  Enjoy. 

Franklin catches up with former student and rising music sensation O.D.D.I.T.Y. They discuss inspiration, the writing process and the importance of being positive. They also talk about O.D.D.I.T.Y.'s job as a PE teacher for young children and all the many places you can check out O.D.D.I.T.Y.'s music.    Enjoy this super fun episode of the WhoDeannyPod! 

Franklin is joined by his colleague, John Williams, a Religious Studies teacher and moderator of the Young Republican club. LOTS of fun, interesting conversation here. Enjoy! 

Lots of things and people are named after Ronald Reagan but no other President for the last fifty years. Why do Americans love him so much?    Franklin explores the reasons in this short but fascinating episode! 

Franklin shares his thoughts on the possibility that we will have a President Pence sooner rather than later and the need to find potential VP replacements before the 2020 elections.    Also, fun with the 25th Amendment! 

Franklin is joined by Ann Wells who continues sharing reflections on her complicated personal journey and the happy life she has created for herself.   

Franklin is joined by Ann Wells who shares her poignant and personal reflections on discovering beauty. 

Franklin and @EvilMikeyMike analyze the peculiar circumstances surrounding Kawhi Leonard's attempt to escape the Spurs.  As the summer heats up so do this unique situation.    Enjoy the adventure! 

Franklin and @EvilMikeyMike celebrate independence in the most American way possible: starting something brand new!    Join them as they premiere the Basketball Reasons podcast with a deep dive into NBA free agency and the unprecedented agency of players. Shout outs to Oscar Robertson, Curt Flood and the pioneers of professional athlete independence.    Enjoy! 

Quick thoughts on why LeBron's GOAT status transcends basketball.  His work for justice places him in a category all by himself. 

The WhoDeannyPod is back! After a health driven hiatus, we return with a fun, fascinating conversation in which Grant Whitsett explores the vast differences between his public and private school educational experiences. Thought provoking, challenging and filled with humor, enjoy this great return to the podcast! 

Maggie Ryan joins Franklin to talk about how she's grown in her four years of highs school. And the excitement that's coming next!