The Pillar Podcast

The podcast covers topics such as Halloween stories, the banning of dressing up as Carlo Acutis, a paradigm shift in theological reflection, potential closure of theology schools, comic strips and mistaken identities, challenges and paradigms of American Catholicism, and the divide among bishops and the concept of synodality.

In this bonus episode, the hosts delve into a deep conversation about anger issues and self-reflection. They also acknowledge jerk behavior, discuss their personal lives, and share entertaining anecdotes.

Discussion on recent events surrounding Marco Rupnik, including his suspension from ministry and allegations of sexual abuse. Speculation on motives behind his incarnation in a specific diocese. Lack of accountability in response to church scandals. Partnership between print magazine company and Parrish for local evangelization. The scandal of Marco Rupnik amidst allegations of serial sexual abuse. The handling of the McCarrick scandal and the role of the Lord in suffering.

Hosts apologize for delay in episode release and explain challenges with recording in Rome. Promise a bonus episode on Monday and to resume regular episodes on Fridays.

The podcast discusses JD's encounter with a tortoise problem in Rome and the humorous conversation about turtles and tortoises, including discussions on Galapagos giant tortoise and playfully challenging a jogger to a fight.

The hosts discuss the impact of poor audio quality, reminisce about their early days in podcasting, explore the expressions 'you can't get blood from a turnip' and 'you can't get blood from a stone,' and discuss Freemasonry in Italy. They also praise the University of Dallas's core curriculum, emphasize the value of a liberal arts education, and delve into the history and cultural impact of Freemasonry in Italy. Finally, they explore the concept of synodality in the Church and discuss their plans to attend a press conference on the topic.

Amateur auctioneer shares experience and jokes about auctioning off their cat. Debates effectiveness of wearing hats at auctions and suggests using an ecclesiastical burretta as a unique twist.

JD and Ed challenge criticism of a recent Eucharistic procession in NYC. They talk about The Pillar's coverage of confidential synod documents. They discuss anticipation for the synod on synodality in Rome. The ongoing case of Libra Maloney is discussed, along with approaches to attract young people to the church. Blending local and national content in parish magazines is explored. They share their opinions on Dick Van Dyke's performances. The synod process, the role of framing, and confidentiality at the synod are discussed. Nudge theory in marketing and the nature of a synod are explored.

Topics include placenta phagy and its ethical concerns, mistrust towards institutions, media accreditation experiences at events such as Pope Benedict XVI's funeral.

The hosts discuss the dubia submitted to Pope Francis and his answers. They explore concerns about church teaching, appropriate questions for the Pope, and the Pope's recent statement on blessing same-sex unions. They also touch on traditions of general audiences and prime minister's questions, as well as personal plans and the taboo act of cannibalism.