

The Pillar Podcast
The Pillar Podcast
Great Catholic Conversation, each week. www.pillarcatholic.com
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Jan 12, 2024 • 1h 13min
Ep. 146: Batting zero?
The hosts discuss their battle with COVID-19 and the challenges of starting a new venture. They highlight the lack of transparency in clerical misconduct investigations and the need for public justice. They express frustration in finding a credible legal process and introduce the Good Egg Fund, a charity providing grants to those in need. The podcast also explores the backlash surrounding same-sex union blessings and unconventional remedies for cold and flu symptoms. Plus, they cover topics like a famous episode of The Simpsons, the health benefits of sour pickled plum, and a drink called bull shot.

Jan 5, 2024 • 17sec
No episode this week
No episode this week due to JD being sick with COVID. Kate requests prayers for his recovery and expresses hope to be back next week. Merry Christmas!

Dec 22, 2023 • 5min
Bonus: All aboard the cheese train!
The hosts share their plans for the Christmas weekend and discuss their love for a religious community. They also talk about their Christmas plans and the choice of meats for the celebration.

Dec 22, 2023 • 1h 12min
Ep. 145: A working week
JD and Ed discuss verdicts in the Vatican financial trial and the challenges faced by Vatican financial reform. They also explore the controversy over blessings for same-sex couples and the implications of a recent document causing division within the Catholic Church. The hosts express gratitude to listeners and promote a book called 'Saints, a Family Story'.

Dec 15, 2023 • 5min
Bonus: Stunning Tusking
The podcast discusses their excitement for a Christmas train ride, their disappointing experience on a train to the North Pole, and the different classes of service available.

Dec 15, 2023 • 1h 2min
Ep. 144: Chant the new Church right out of being ™
Topics discussed include the Vatican's letter on single mothers and the Eucharist, Cardinal Wilton Gregory's comments on the Traditional Latin Mass, frustrations with American banking, access to sacraments for single mothers, the importance of addressing ignorance, a discussion on Cardinal Wilt and Gregory, the inability to snap fingers and genetic traits, the generational divide in the Church, and childhood church memories and the irony of the 12 Days of Christmas.

Dec 9, 2023 • 5min
Bonus: Tirabassi and the gold
In this podcast, the hosts discuss the upcoming verdict in the Vatican trial, express doubt regarding Renee Burlhardt's conviction, and explore the scandalous conduct of AIF or ASIF. They also mention Monsignor Mauro Carlino and Rico Crosso's involvement in the trial.

Dec 9, 2023 • 1h 7min
Ep. 143: Ecclesiastic People of the Year
The hosts discuss the cultural influence of Taylor Swift and the significance of Elon Musk's achievements with SpaceX and Tesla. They also explore the impact of Twitter on public policy and reflect on the lack of empathy in society. The podcast includes a discussion on the intellectual voice of Bishop Daniel Flores and ranking Christmas songs.

Dec 2, 2023 • 5min
Bonus: God rest Isaac MacGarnigal
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comIn this subscriber-only bonus episode of The Pillar Podcast, JD and Ed talk about their internal voices. -Are you a paying subscriber? Add these bonus episodes to your feed by visiting pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone and tapping “set up podcast” next to The Pillar Podcast.Having issues? You can check out this general step-by-step guide from Subs…

Dec 2, 2023 • 1h 15min
Ep. 142: God rest Shane MacGarnigal
Topics discussed include the passing and impact of Shane MacGarnigal, misinterpretation of canonical sanctions, student life at the University of Dallas, the pope's decision on Cardinal Burke, and the need for stability in the Church. The hosts also play a game of 'Everybody Loves Raymond' and mention the podcast's sponsor.