The Pillar Podcast Ep. 244: Contra men, and Fulton Sheen
Jan 17, 2026
Get ready for a deep dive into the anticipated beatification of Archbishop Fulton Sheen! The hosts explore his unique influence as a media evangelist and the pathway that delayed his canonization. They also engage in a lighthearted trivia game about unusual gifts given to U.S. presidents, sharing quirky anecdotes along the way. From historical tidbits about Sheen to trivia about rollerblades and pandas, this discussion balances serious topics with fun insights, making for an engaging and informative listen!
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Rhetoric's Decline Hurts Leadership Communication
- Flynn and Condon lament the decline of rhetorical education and the trivium, linking it to weaker public discourse and leadership communication.
- They argue that recovery of rhetoric in formation would improve teaching, preaching, and public engagement.
Raffle Supports Seminarians In Gallup
- The hosts describe the V8s for Vocations raffle: a restomod 1959 Chevy Apache raising funds for the Diocese of Gallup seminarians.
- Ed Condon and JD Flynn both encourage listeners to buy tickets to support priestly formation for Native American communities.
Legal Fight Over Sheen’s Remains Delayed Cause
- The hosts recount decades-long litigation over Fulton Sheen's burial that stalled his cause and required civil court to resolve.
- The dispute ended when the court allowed Sheen's body to move from New York to Peoria, unblocking the beatification process.