Verso l'Alto

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Welcome to Verso l'Alto, Faith on the Field Podcast. Join Fr. Burke Masters, priest of the Diocese of Joliet and chaplain to the Chicago Cubs and Bishop James Wall of the Diocese of Gallup, while they explore the Catholic Faith through Scripture, the saints, and the thrill of sports.

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Behold the Lamb, and Big Wins 14.01.2026 45:05

Bishop Wall, Fr. Burke, and Mike Sweeney break down their college and NFL finals picks, look into the meaning of Ordinary Time, and Mike recalls facing off against Roger Clemens.

Baptism, Brackets, and Blessings 07.01.2026 55:00

Bishop Wall, Fr. Masters, and Mike Sweeney give their college football and NFL playoff predictions and look into the beginning of Ordinary Time.

Mary, Magi and Matchups 31.12.2025 48:53

Bishop Wall, Fr. Masters, and Mike Sweeney make predictions for the college football playoffs and dive into the significance of Mary as the Mother of God.

Christmas Cheer and Championship Dreams 24.12.2025 45:08

Bishop Wall, Fr. Burke, and Mike Sweeney discuss shakeups in the NFL and the significance of the Holy Family.

Rivers' Return, Mendoza's Mastery, and Advent's Radiant Joy 17.12.2025 42:27

Bishop Wall, Fr. Burke, and Mike Sweeney discuss the Colts vs. Seahawks game, Heisman trophy winner, and the Holy Family.

(Re-recorded) Rejoicing, Rivers, and the Road to the Playoffs 11.12.2025 45:08

Take two, without technical difficulties this time! Fr. Masters, Bishop Wall, and Mike Sweeney discuss Philip Rivers' return to the NFL, the College Football Playoff, and John the Baptist. Apologies for the technical difficulties this episode!

Coaching Carousel and Advent Countdown 03.12.2025 51:24

Bishop Wall, Fr. Masters, and Mike Sweeney give their thoughts on college football transfers and the significance of John the Baptist and the Immaculate Conception.

The Already & Not Yet Playbook 26.11.2025 51:38

Bishop Wall, Fr. Masters, and Mike Sweeney discuss the Cowboys v. Eagles game, Thanksgiving, and the upcoming Advent season.

Fathers Worshiping the True King 19.11.2025 49:25

Bishop Wall and Fr. Masters are joined by former KC Royals player Mike Sweeney to discuss fatherhood, the current NFL season, and Christ as "King of the Universe". Links: John Paul II Healing Center: https://jpiihealingcenter.org/team Nunc Coepi, "Begin Again": https://www.omvusa.org/bruno-lanteri/life-legacy/begin-again/from-begin-again

Martyrs, Managers, and Mercy 12.11.2025 38:59

Bishop Wall and Fr. Masters discuss the surprising Packers/Eagles game, the End Times, and martyrdom.

Episode 5: Stay Close To the River 06.11.2025 33:57

Bishop Wall and Fr. Masters discuss the World Series, Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla, and St. John Lateran.

Saints, Souls, and the Scoreboard, with special guest Mike Sweeney 29.10.2025 41:24

Bishop Wall and Fr. Masters are joined by the former MLB athlete to discuss baseball, All Souls Day, and sportsmanship.

Episode 3: Humility 22.10.2025 34:14

Bishop Wall and Fr. Masters discuss who they'll root for in the World Series, showboating in sports, and the Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector.

Perseverance 15.10.2025 43:59

Bishop Wall and Fr. Masters recall how they met, discuss the parable of the judge and the widow, and give advice on perseverance during hard times.

Charcoal Fires 11.10.2025 36:48

Bishop Wall and Fr. Masters discuss the heartbreaking Phillies v. Dodgers game, the Gospel of Jesus and the Lepers, and integrity on the field.