The Catholic Conversation
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix
Steve and Becky Greene, the Cradle and the Convert, help Catholics faithfully live their vocation by providing Church teaching, navigating moral challenges and exploring current issues facing the faith in our culture. Thank you for subscribing and for telling your family and friends!
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May 16, 2025 • 1h 10min
5/16/25 - Dr. Ray Guarendi on How to Get Along with People
Dr. Ray Guarendi joins Steve and Becky to give us tips on relationships. His new book is How to Get Along with Almost Everybody.
May 13, 2025 • 1h 7min
5/9/2025 - Steve Weidenkopf Looks at Catholics in History
Steve Weidenkopf joins Steve and Becky to tell the stories of 12 Catholics that have misrepresented in history. His new book is Canceled: Twelve Catholic Heroes that History Turned Into Villians.
May 2, 2025 • 1h 1min
5/2/25 - Andrew Petripin - Faith Unboxed
People often have ideas about the Catholic faith that aren't accurate. Andrew Petripin joins Steve and Becky to discuss these misperceptions and to shed light on the truths of the faith. His book is Faith Unboxed: Freeing the Catholic Church from the Containers People Put It In.
Apr 25, 2025 • 57min
4/25-25 - Mark Brumley - Catholic Study Bible
Over 25 years in the making, the Ignatius Study Bible is a library of Bible study resources, to help everyday readers understand the written Word of God and apply its lessons to their lives. It is simply the most ambitious undertaking of its kind in our generation. Ignatius Press President, Mark Brumley joins Steve and Becky to discuss this project.
Apr 18, 2025 • 48min
4/18/25 - Fr. Keith Kenney - Death, Eternity and the Catholic Funeral
Fr. Keith Kenney joins Steve and Becky to talk about facing death, describe the elements of a Catholic funeral and to explore the significance of this rite.
Apr 11, 2025 • 1h 7min
4/11/25- Fr. Keith Kenney on Finding and Living Your Vocation
Fr. Keith Kenney joins Steve and Becky to talk about how God works in us and in the world through our vocation.
Apr 4, 2025 • 59min
4/4/25 - Matthew Giambrone on Simplicity and Connection
Matthew Giambrone joins Steve and Becky to talk about the importance of disconnecting from technology, embracing simplicity and connecting with each other. Find his work at Hearth and Field.
Mar 28, 2025 • 1h 2min
3/28/25 - Fr. Nathan Cromly on Transformation and Mission
Fr. Nathan Cromly joins Steve and Becky to inspire us to live on mission for Christ. His book is Coached by Paul the Apostle - Lessons in Transformation.
Mar 21, 2025 • 1h 7min
3/21/25 - Dr. Andrew Abela on Cultivating Super Habits
Dr. Andrew Abela joins Steve and Becky to discuss how to grow in virtue and build habits for success. His book is Superhabits: The Universal System for a Successful Life.
Mar 14, 2025 • 57min
3/14/25 - Michael Lichens on Weird Catholic Stuff
Michael Lichens joins Steve and Becky to explore some seemingly strange topics that are part of the Catholic experience. His book is Weird Catholic Handbook.
