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The BeatiDudes welcome back Jerry Sullivan, a legendary portfolio manager, quick-witted New Yorker, and devoted Catholic husband and father. After a compelling conversation on finance and excellence in his first episode, this follow-up dives into the heart of community, calling, and Christ. Jerry shares what led his family to move from Boston to Dallas, how they found a deep-rooted Catholic community, and why he believes intentional living is worth the cost. Along the way, Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, Jeff Schiefelbein, and Jerry unpack neighborhood coincidences, regional accents, plane seat politics, and a few well-placed finance jokes. When asked to offer one word of encouragement to men seeking holiness, Jerry’s answer is as simple as it is profound: Christ. This episode is equal parts laughter and legacy, as Jerry reminds us that faith, family, and friendship are what carry us home. Highlights: • Jerry's relocation journey from Boston to Texas and the role of Catholic community in that decision • The "divine coincidence" of his new neighbor’s Brooklyn roots • Insights on parenting, men's groups, and professional excellence • The power of speaking the name of Jesus as a prayer • The value of humility, humor, and showing up for others Questions to Reflect On: • What does it look like to build a life intentionally rooted in Christ and community? • How can we encourage others to pursue holiness at every age and stage of life? • When’s the last time you simply spoke the name of Jesus in prayer? Our Partners: ⁠⁠⁠Sock Religious (10% Discount)⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Solidarity HealthShare⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Aquinas Wealth Advisors⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Lucid Private Office⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Divine Comedy⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Undivided Life⁠⁠⁠   Follow The BeatiDudes: ⁠⁠⁠BeatiDudes Website⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Jeff Schiefelbein on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠   BeatiDudes Theme Song and Music By ⁠⁠⁠The Pencil Bureau⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Dave Moore Music⁠

Buckle up, buttercup – we're going 4K with portfolio management legend Jerry Sullivan! This week, the BeatiDudes sit down with the man who runs the #1 performing mutual fund out of over 650 competitors (yes, you read that right). But don't worry, Jerry's humility is thicker than his Boston accent. From taking calls on live TV shows like CNBC's Squawk Box to learning the ropes under the legendary Peter Lynch at Fidelity, Jerry shares the "scrappy" investment philosophy that's made him a Wall Street standout. Spoiler alert: it's not about being the smartest guy in the room – it's about being the hungriest. But this isn't just another finance bro flexing his portfolio returns. Jerry opens up about his journey from a Brooklyn baptism at St. Ephraim Church (which his grandfather helped build!) to finding his calling through Opus Dei in college. We dive deep into how his Irish mother's fearless faith – jumping on a boat at 20 to cross the ocean with nothing but grit - shaped his approach to both investing and living. The BeatiDudes explore Jerry's daily commitment to Mass, his monthly men's group in Boston's financial district (complete with coffee, crumpets, and Christ), and how sanctifying your work life isn't just spiritual fluff – it might actually make you better at your job. Who knew holiness and hedge funds could go hand in hand? Plus, we get treated to Jerry's Irish prayers, hear about the time Peter Lynch bought millions in European stocks based on Jerry's summer research, and discover why the hungriest candidates always beat the smartest ones. Oh, and Jeff attempts to speak "Hollish" in our game segment – you'll have to hear it to believe it. This is religious fraternity meets financial wisdom, with just enough Irish blessing to keep things interesting. See you at the old Barney Stone with Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein. Our Partners: ⁠⁠⁠Sock Religious (10% Discount)⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Solidarity HealthShare⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Aquinas Wealth Advisors⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Lucid Private Office⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Divine Comedy⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Undivided Life⁠⁠⁠   Follow The BeatiDudes: ⁠⁠⁠BeatiDudes Website⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Jeff Schiefelbein on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠   BeatiDudes Theme Song and Music By ⁠⁠⁠The Pencil Bureau⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Dave Moore Music⁠

The BeatiDudes continue their conversation with Kurt Klement, a seasoned Catholic leader passionate about evangelization, parish renewal, and servant leadership. If Monday’s episode laid the groundwork for rethinking how we “do church,” this one explores how to live leadership in ministry, the workplace, and family life. Kurt shares his unexpected journey from a self-described “easygoing floater” to a dynamic leader responsible for thousands of teens, volunteers, and parishioners. But more than just a story of rising through the ranks, Kurt opens up about the interior transformation required to lead with impact and how learning to care about others' experience of you is essential to becoming the kind of leader God calls us to be. Through hilarious banter between Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, Jeff Schiefelbein, and Kurt Klement (yes, there’s a Seraphim facepalm reference), as well as profound spiritual insight and practical examples, this episode delves into what authentic leadership looks like when grounded in humility, curiosity, and intentional accompaniment. Key Takeaways: • Why impact matters more than intention in leadership • The difference between positional power and influence • How Catholic Social Teaching offers a blueprint for modern leadership • What it means to empower others as “hero-makers” rather than heroes • Why weekly one-on-ones might be the most transformative tool in ministry or business Our Partners: ⁠⁠⁠Sock Religious (10% Discount)⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Solidarity HealthShare⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Aquinas Wealth Advisors⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Lucid Private Office⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Divine Comedy⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Undivided Life⁠⁠⁠   Follow The BeatiDudes: ⁠⁠⁠BeatiDudes Website⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Jeff Schiefelbein on LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠   BeatiDudes Theme Song and Music By ⁠⁠⁠The Pencil Bureau⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Dave Moore Music⁠

Kurt Klement, the executive director of Divine Renovation and a longtime Catholic missionary in the Diocese of Dallas, joins the BeatiDudes – Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein. Kurt shares a behind-the-scenes look at what it means to walk alongside others, whether through mission trips, street ministry, or formation in daily life. Kurt opens up about his journey from a high school retreat conversion to leading mission experiences across borders and zip codes. From the heat of West Texas to the chill of Czech pubs, he’s seen that missionary work isn’t about distance traveled, it’s about intentional presence and radical receptivity to God’s call. The Dudes and Kurt dive into: • How real transformation starts with accompaniment, not agendas • Why spiritual growth happens when you're uncomfortable • The tension between planning for your ministry needs and letting God interrupt your calendar • Leading with humility in a world obsessed with hustle • How to foster “missionary eyes” in your everyday routine This episode will inspire you to live as a missionary disciple, whether you’re crossing oceans or just crossing the street. Our Partners: ⁠⁠Sock Religious (10% Discount)⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Solidarity HealthShare⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Aquinas Wealth Advisors⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Lucid Private Office⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Divine Comedy⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Undivided Life⁠⁠ Follow The BeatiDudes: ⁠⁠BeatiDudes Website⁠⁠ ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Jeff Schiefelbein on LinkedIn⁠⁠ BeatiDudes Theme Song and Music By ⁠⁠The Pencil Bureau⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Dave Moore Music

In this heartfelt and hilarious episode of The BeatiDudes, we welcome back Joseph Rodriguez—husband, father, pilgrim, and founder of Vocatio Travel. The Dudes pick up where they left off, diving deeper into Joseph’s family life, his journey through early fatherhood, and the holy (and often hilarious) chaos that comes with raising little saints-in-training. From pandemic wedding plans and DIY honeymoons to balancing work and diaper duty, Joseph shares how he and his wife surrendered their family plans to God and found unexpected beauty in the mess. With two boys, a third child on the way, and a calling to bring families closer to God through pilgrimages, Joseph reflects on how justice, love, and humility are transforming his fatherhood one “toe knuckle” at a time. This episode touches on: - Parenting through a pilgrimage mindset - Discipline vs. prideful correction - What justice really means in the home - Custom pilgrimages for kids based on their namesakes - Irish toe knuckles, two birthdays, and other delightful detours Join Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein as they blend holy wisdom with belly laughs, bringing you another memorable episode for Christian men striving to live beatitude-fueled lives. Our Partners: ⁠Sock Religious (10% Discount)⁠ ⁠Solidarity HealthShare⁠ ⁠Aquinas Wealth Advisors⁠ ⁠Lucid Private Office⁠ ⁠Divine Comedy⁠ ⁠Undivided Life⁠ Follow The BeatiDudes: ⁠BeatiDudes Website⁠ ⁠LinkedIn⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Twitter⁠ ⁠Jeff Schiefelbein on LinkedIn⁠ BeatiDudes Theme Song and Music By ⁠The Pencil Bureau⁠ ⁠Dave Moore Music

The BeatiDudes welcome Joseph Rodriguez, a former theology teacher turned pilgrimage trailblazer and founder of Vocatio Travel. Joseph shares the story of a taco fundraiser that nearly ended with a $20,000 personal debt before launching a global travel agency. Through stories of seminary shuffles, Irish rock bands, World Youth Day surprises, and Holy Land culture shock, Joseph brings to life the profound spiritual value of pilgrimage and the beautiful chaos that often accompanies it. Together, Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein join Joseph to unpack the spiritual DNA of travel, the meaning behind Vocatio’s mission, and how tailor-made hospitality reflects the love of the Father. Highlights: • The origin story of Vocatio: From a high school snack stand to a global pilgrimage agency. • Joseph’s theology classroom turned into a taco-and-Oreo sales hub. • The seminary sorting-basket system that sent Joseph to Ireland. • The surprising power of a first Holy Land trip at age 14. • Why tailor-made pilgrimages reflect God's personal love. Joseph’s Wisdom Drop: “The point of pilgrimage is not to escape reality-but to live in it rightly. When you realize heaven is your final destination, everything else starts to fall into place.”

The BeatiDudes go behind the scenes with Armando Parrish, a college student, nonprofit founder, and the youngest guest in BeatiDudes history. Armando shares about his joyful disposition and how a chaotic household of seven siblings, a saintly theology teacher, and a faithful friendship gone sour all worked together to shape his faith-forward worldview.   Armando keeps it real as he shares about his family and his not-so-glamorous road to holiness, which involved teenage party culture and a spiritual gut-punch in junior year theology class.   And yes, he’s still single.  The BeatiDudes reveal that they are willing to broker a $10,000 prayer Zoom call with Armando to fund Project Lorenzo, with a modest transaction fee to support the Dudes as well.    Highlights: • The truth about growing up with 6 siblings and not knowing how many step/half/ex-bonus brothers you have • How junior year theology and a teacher named Mrs. Meehan helped Armando face his fear of confession • “Holiness is attractive." How a broken friendship with a faithful friend inspired a spiritual reawakening

The BeatiDudes welcome their youngest guest ever: the wildly impressive Armando Parrish, a University of Texas student already changing the world with a heart full of fire and a nonprofit to match. From a childhood friendship with a homeless artist named Lorenzo to launching Project Lorenzo, Armando shares how love, community, and creative courage sparked a mission that’s inspiring Dallas and beyond.This episode includes a UT trivia battle, powerful reflections on homelessness, and the origins of the Mercy Bag. Armando offers a firsthand look at serving with dignity, organizing community-based compassion, and dreaming big for the Kingdom.Can Armando possibly beat Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein in a completely unfair trivia game? Highlights:• Armando’s founding of Project Lorenzo while still in high school • Why he believes true transformation begins with encounter and community• The dream behind “Hope Haven,” a 3D-printed tiny-home village for the unhoused• A memorable UT trivia game with just a hint of chaos• New language for service: shifting from 'the homeless' to 'those experiencing homelessness'Armando’s Wisdom Drop:“Experiencing homelessness is not an identity - it’s a circumstance. And we’re called to meet people where they are.”Our Partners:Sock Religious (10% Discount)Solidarity HealthShareAquinas Wealth AdvisorsLucid Private OfficeDivine ComedyUndivided LifeFollow The BeatiDudes:BeatiDudes WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramTwitterJeff Schiefelbein on LinkedInBeatiDudes Theme Song and Music ByThe Pencil Bureau Dave Moore Music

The BeatiDudes - Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein - enter sacred territory with Fr. John Paul Kern, a Dominican Friar from New York City. Broadcasting once again from Catholics at the Shore, we dig deep into the heart of identity, the trials of discernment, and the peace that comes only from total surrender to God.Fr. John Paul shares his vocation story, his thoughts on monastic community, and the real cost of saying “yes” to God. It’s a conversation that swings from Notre Dame dorm-room conversions to monastery silence, from struggles with pride to joyful humility. Oh, and Jeff totally forgets what question he was asking (again).Highlights:• “A priest’s job is to get out of the way so the faithful can encounter Christ.”• The danger of identity confusion in today’s world - and how the monastery offers clarity.• Father’s advice for men discerning: “Listen, then move. Stop chasing certainty.”Fr. John Paul’s Wisdom Drop:“The more we receive who we are from God, the less we feel the need to define it for ourselves.”Our Partners:Sock Religious (10% Discount)Solidarity HealthShareAquinas Wealth AdvisorsLucid Private OfficeDivine ComedyUndivided LifeFollow The BeatiDudes:BeatiDudes WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramTwitterJeff Schiefelbein on LinkedInBeatiDudes Theme Song and Music ByThe Pencil Bureau Dave Moore Music

Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein are back at Catholics at the Shore, and this time we stumbled upon the one-and-only Lou Massett, a pro-life warrior with a heart bigger than Jersey. Lou shares his inspiring journey from Star Wars nerd and Ronald Reagan impersonator to his powerful work with Students for Life of America.In an episode packed with wisdom and laughter, Lou opens up about:- How his dad’s pilgrimage to Fatima set the stage for 79 grandkids (yes, you read that right!)- What Students for Life is doing to raise up the next generation of pro-life heroes- The heartbreak and hope surrounding chemical abortion and loneliness- Why cultural renewal starts at home—and with humorAdd in a Blessed Are the Joke Makers battle, Ronald Reagan raps, and a storm that literally flipped the lights on during a Holy Spirit moment, and you’ve got vintage BeatiDudes magic.🪑 Highlights:• “We are the talent pipeline for the pro-life movement.”• “Less logos, more impact.”• “We’re living in a world that has forgotten the sense of the sacred.” 💬 Lou’s Wisdom Drop:“Life is a gift. God doesn’t give your kids to you all at once — it’s like training for a marathon. And I wouldn’t trade one of mine for the world."Our Partners:Sock Religious (10% Discount)Solidarity HealthShareAquinas Wealth AdvisorsLucid Private OfficeDivine ComedyUndivided LifeFollow The BeatiDudes:BeatiDudes WebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramTwitterJeff Schiefelbein on LinkedInBeatiDudes Theme Song and Music ByThe Pencil Bureau Dave Moore Music