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The Pillar Podcast

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Jun 8, 2024 • 2min

Bonus: Miracle on Pitch

Bishops meet in Louisville to address budget issues with CCHD and debate on liturgy of the hours, discussing the lengthy process of Scriptural Translations until 2026.
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Jun 8, 2024 • 1h

Ep. 166: The dangers of "It couldn’t happen here"

The podcast covers topics like a Vatican theft case, homeschooling benefits, financial misconduct in American parishes, risks of overlooking crimes in dioceses, and the importance of justice in preventing closure of Catholic institutions.
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Jun 1, 2024 • 2min

Bonus: Gambling Chat

Guest Jon Favreau, not invited on the trip to Atlantic City, discusses the allure of free drinks while gaming on slot machines. They explore the psychological impact and brain chemistry effects of playing slots in Vegas and Atlantic City.
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Jun 1, 2024 • 1h 12min

Ep. 165: Scout chaplains, charter schools and Candy Crush

JD and Ed discuss conflict over a chaplain in German scouting, Catholic school sexual assault allegations, a priest addicted to phone games. They explore charter schools' impact on education and governance challenges in diocesan Catholic schools.
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May 25, 2024 • 1min

Bonus: On Sunday, at a parish in Florida

Exploration of a peculiar event at a Florida church where a priest bit a woman during Sunday Mass. Limited analysis due to lack of new information and promotion of exclusive content for subscribers.
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May 25, 2024 • 1h 9min

Ep. 164: The people who walk with the Lord

The podcast delves into the Eucharistic pilgrimage in San Francisco and the disconnect between Pope Francis' goals and the Synod's direction. It also explores Marco Rubio's criticism of McKinsey's involvement with China and delves into the controversial consulting on opioid sales in the US. Additionally, the value of Eucharistic processions, the symbolism of cathedrals, and Trinity Sunday are discussed.
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May 20, 2024 • 36min

Bonus: Mental health with Bishop James Conley

Bishop James Conley shares his mental health journey and pastoral letter, discussing struggles with authenticity, pressure, insomnia, seeking help, and the importance of faith in healing. Exploring human emotions in crisis and offering hope within the Christian context.
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May 17, 2024 • 2min

Bonus: Redpill Catholicism

Hosts and managing editor discuss work dynamics and playfully debate who is more challenging to work with in a teaser for subscribers
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May 17, 2024 • 56min

Ep. 163: A legal battle in Washington

In this episode, the hosts discuss a brewing legal conflict in Washington between bishops and the state attorney general. They touch upon privacy concerns, First Amendment rights, and the church's accountability. The episode also features a heartfelt birthday celebration and reflections on listener feedback.
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May 10, 2024 • 2min

Bonus: Baseball chat

The podcast delves into technical microphone issues and the experience of being a season ticket holder for early baseball. It also discusses exclusive bonus episodes for paying subscribers and how to access them.

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