WCUA Legacy Podcasts

This is a recording of the "Tuesday's Nightly News Update with Nick Barry" radio show which aired on WCUA on September 21st. Student Government Association (SGA) Elections were in full swing at Catholic University. This episode features Joseph Stillwell who was running for an SGA Student Senator position to advocate for the Class of 2023. We discussed what Joseph would bring to the table if he was...

This week Renee and Maureen talk about Motu Proprio and the effect it has had on the liturgy of the Church, as well as more traditional Catholics. We debunk some myths such as the fact that Latin Mass had been “banned” or that it is a sin to attend Latin mass. We also discuss our own frustrations with the current situation as well as with the wider media culture.

Renee and Maureen are back and starting off the new school year with a discussion of fear. What does it mean to be afraid? How can we trust in God and let go of all our plans?

Dana Gioia, internationally acclaimed poet and writer, and former California Poet Laureate and Chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts, in conversation with Dr. Jem Sullivan on the theme of beauty and the arts in the Directory for Catechesis.

Margaret Matijasevic, Executive Director of the National Conference for Catechetical Leadership, in conversation with Dr. Jem Sullivan discusses the significance of the Directory for Catechesis and its key themes of relevance to catechetical leaders today.

James and Andrew recap the Trade Deadline, talk about Bryce Harper being underrated, and give thoughts on the AL and NL East races!

This week Renee and Maureen discuss the practice of veiling in the Catholic Church. Renee explains why many women choose to veil, including herself, and offers suggestions for how to get started if you’ve ever considered veiling yourself!

It's the Trade Deadline Spectacular as the crew talks which teams should buy and sell along with predictions on where some top names will land.

Archbishop Alfred C. Hughes, Archbishop Emeritus of New Orleans, in conversation with Dr. Jem Sullivan to discuss the Catechism of the Catholic Church in the Directory for Catechesis.

Echoing Faith Today with Hosffman Ospino, associate professor, theology and education, Boston College.

This week we invite special guest, Brooke Armistead, on our show to talk about her business and internet presence as a young Catholic. It was great talking to another young woman today who is working towards the same goals and we hope it will inspire you as well! To find her online, you can visit her Instagram @brooke.armistead or her YouTube channel!

Reverend Father Marco Benini, research professor of liturgical studies and sacramental theology, The Catholic University of America.

Dr. Ian Boxall, associate professor of New Testament, The Catholic University of America.

Bishop Robert Barron, founder of Word on Fire Catholic Ministries and Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles.

This week Renee and Maureen teamed up once again with Catholic Late Night to talk about healthy dating relationships, the choice to go to college, when it’s appropriate to date, and more. If you want to hear more of Patrick and John, go check their own podcast or their youtube channel!

This week Renee and Maureen jumped on Zoom again to have a conversation on the virtue of generosity. This covered everything from Maureen’s issue with the trend of pay-it-forward chains to increasing the spirit of generosity in America and determining when it’s appropriate to begin donating on a regular basis.

Bishop Andrew Cozzens, Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis and Chairman of the USCCB Committee on Evangelization and Catechesis discusses Pope Francis' Apostolic Letter Antiquum Ministerium with podcast host, Dr. Jem Sullivan.

James and Robbie talk about teams that are disappointing and upcoming series for the weekend.

James, Robbie, and Andrew talk about trade rumors, award races, and surprise teams in baseball.

Renee and Maureen are happy to be back for the summer. This week, they decided to talk about some of the trends going around on social media that can be dangerous to subscribe to. Hope you enjoy and remember our summer schedule is every other week now!

Bishop Franz Peter Tebartz-van Elst, Delegate for Catechesis to the Pontifical Council for the Promotion of the New Evangelization, Rome, discusses Pope Francis' Apostolic Letter Antiquum Ministerium with Dr. Jem Sullivan.

In this episode, Noelia reads some of her favorite movie quotes and bits of dialogue from screenplays she's read.

Brandon and Sophie sit down with nationally recognized Broadway actor, Sean Allan Krill, currently of Jagged Little Pill on Broadway, and discuss the current Broadway shutdown, where he has found success on the stage and screen and his recent Tony Award nomination.

This week Renee and Maureen finally sat down to discuss one of their biggest pet peeves about being a woman: birth control. We talked about some scientific and practical reasons for why women should not be taking it as well as some concerns we have with the medical field and how they generalize women’s needs. Key takeaway this week: do your research!

Brandon and Sophie sit down with star Broadway actress, Heidi Blickenstaff and discuss her career from the start and her time with shows such as Something Rotten and performing live and filming Freaking Friday the Musical while offering inspiring advice for folks of all ages.