Morning Air

10/18/23 7am CT Hour - Fr. Marcel Taillon/ Dave Durand John and Glen chat about President Biden's trip to Israel, voting for Speaker of the House and baseball playoffs. Fr. Taillon kicks off the series where we learn more about the regular contributors to the show. He shares his early life and how he was drawn to priesthood. Dave explains what is and isn't fair when it comes to an organization and how perspective plays a part in that.

Are you praying for peace in the Middle East? You may wonder what has led to the Hamas attacks in Israel, and the people in the US who are supporting Hamas should deeply distress you. Roy Schoeman, a Catholic convert who was once Jewish, joins Morning Air to provide context behind the conflict.  You'll hear FOX NEWS audio of several Jewish students from UMass who voiced their concerns about their safety, expressing their deep worries about the situation in Israel and Palestine. They emphasized the misconception that many hold regarding the protests, highlighting that they feel the protests support not the Palestinians seeking peace but rather a deeply rooted hatred of Jews. Roy Schoeman provides insights into the theological and historical relationship between Judaism and the Catholic Church. He emphasizes the complex dynamics between Islam, Judaism, and the Catholic Church, explaining that what appears as a geographical or political issue is, in fact, deeply theological. Schoeman discusses how the hatred tow

10/17/23 6am CT Hour - Harry Kraemer/ Doug Hinderer John and Glen chat about the latest in the news. Harry gives some advice of how we should evaluate whether a job is still for us when the cultural values there vary too much from personal values. Doug gives some tips on how to grow your marital friendship in his ongoing series to improve your marriage.

10/17/23 7am CT Hour - Martha Fernandez-Sardina/ Laura DeMaria John and Glen chat about the latest in the news. Martha shares more of her 9 attitudes that will make you a highly successful evangelizer. Laura talks about a survey that noted that more Americans want larger families even though infertility rates are historically low.

10/16/23 6am CT Hour - Dr. Brian Donahue/ Bishop Thomas Paprocki John, Glen and Sarah chat about Israel, Speaker of the House, baseball and Family Rosary Across America LIVE Event. Dr. Donahue talks about St Teresa of Avila as patron saint of headaches and gives some simple tips for preventing and deciphering why migraines and headaches are occurring in life. Bishop Paprocki shares a special NEC event that the Diocese of Springfield is having and why it's important t recharge the faithful towards Jesus in the Eucharist.

10/16/23 7am CT Hour - Roy Schoeman/ Matt Berrafato John, Glen and Sarah chat about Israel, Speaker of the House, baseball and Family Rosary Across America. Roy breaks down where the hostility between Israel and Palestine is within the land and religions and the history of their relationships in that region. Matt gives direction for those who are searching for meaning or purpose in life. https://www.elephanthunting.net/blog/ https://www.amazon.com/Purpose-Hunting-Navigating-Your-Fulfilled-ebook/dp/B0CJ629W43

10/13/23 6am CT Hour - Monsignor Stuart Swetland/ Juan Carlos Sanchez/ Bishop Daniel Mueggenborg John and Glen chat about war in Israel and Speaker situation in American. Plus baseball! Monsignor breaks down the Israel/ Hamas conflict and explains what constitutes a just war or just war practices. Juan Carlos discusses who the Swiss Guard are and a new documentary about them and their work for the Vatican. Bishop Mueggenborg reflects on this Sunday's Gospel about the wedding feast that God invites us to.

10/13/23 7am CT Hour - Mary Hallan Fiorto/ David Carollo John and Glen chat about war in Israel, Speaker of the House and Philadelphia's win in baseball. Mary breaks down the case of the woman given abortion drugs by mistake and other cases where these drugs have been used inappropriately. David talks about the 106th Anniversary of the October apparitions and Miracle of the Sun in Fatima.

10/12/23 6am CT Hour - Monsignor James Shea/ Fr. Thomas Esposito John and Glen chat about the latest in the news of Israel and Speaker of the House as well as baseball. Monsignor Shea explains how we interpret the source of our faith and what we believe from the Catholic point of view and why we should read the Bible. Fr. Thomas shares his thoughts on the recent conflict with Hamas and Israel and what we can expect in the future.

10/12/23 7am CT Hour - Brendan Gotta/ Fr. James Kubicki John and Glen chat about the latest in the news and baseball. Brendan talks about John Paul II and how we can follow his example of finding purpose in our pain and guidance to healing through Christ. Fr. Kubicki shares what we know about Jesus' earthy life and the 90% that was not in public ministry. He gives thoughts on what we can learn from that and imitate from that time.

10/11/23 6am CT Hour - Ashley Noronha/ Mark Mastroianni John and Glen chat about the latest with the war in Israel, possible Speaker of the House voted in and baseball highlights. Ashley reports on Pope Francis Weekly General Audience where he focused on St. Josephine Bakita, prayers for peace, and honoring Blessed Carlo Acutis. Mark breaks down the latest when it comes to Google Pixel phone, watch, ear buds and more.

10/11/23 7am CT Hour - Fr. Marcel Taillon/ Dace Durand John and Glen update listeners on war in Israel, Speaker of House vote and baseball. Fr. Marcel shares 4 different ways you can pray the rosary in your busy life. Dave explains why it's important to weigh the advice you are given before you take it to make sure the motives of that person are pure and in your best interest.

10/10/23 7am CT Hour - Martha Fernandez-Sardina/ William Albrecht John and Glen update listeners on conflict in Middle East. Martha gives the first 4 attitudes that are a must if you plan on being a successful evangelizer. Williams shares his new book, A Complete History of Biblical Canon in the Christian East and Latin West.

10/10/23 6am CT Hour - Monsignor Stuart Swetland/ Doug Hinderer John and Glen talk the latest in the news Monsignor breaks down the Israel/ Hamas conflict and explains what constitutes a just war or just war practices. Doug explains how wives treating men with respect and husbands showing more love to their wives are good first steps in improving your marriage even if the other party does not want to.

10/9/23 6am CT Hour - Emily Jaminet/ Marge Fenelon John and Glen update listeners on the latest Hamas attack on Israel and earthquake in Afghanistan. Emily shares how we can fight against the culture current when it comes t Halloween and make sure October is a month of honoring the harvest ad preparing to celebrate Saints. Marge relays the apparition of Our Lady of Champion and talks bout the First Solemnity of Our Lady of Champion happening today.

10/9/23 7am CT Hour - Fr. Burke Masters/ Kendra Von Esh John and Glen chat about Hamas attack on Israel and the earthquake in Afghanistan. Fr. Burke breaks down the last 2 commandments, fleshes out what they actually cover and how we can do a better job of following them. Kendra shares how intentionality is imperative if we want to see actual change in our lives but how it's not impossible to achieve. https://kendravonesh.com/

Feeling overwhelmed by the news and woke culture? Sometimes, with all of the craziness going on in the world, you just need to laugh at it. The Babylon Bee can help. John Morales interviews Seth Dillon, CEO of the Babylon Bee, a popular satire site. They discuss the Bee's mission to ridicule bad ideas and draw attention to absurdities in the world, often from a conservative perspective. Seth talks about the challenges of balancing humor and potential offensiveness, emphasizing the importance of equal opportunity satire and the need for maturity in the audience. They touch on the censorship faced by the Bee, highlighting how humor exposes and challenges harmful ideologies. Seth shares his passion for standing up for life and the significance of addressing serious moral issues through satire.

10/6/*23 6am CT Hour - Fr. Bob Pagliari/ Fr. John Gordon/ Bishop Daniel Mueggenborg John and Glen chat about passing of Dick Butkus, Chicago Bears win and Representative Jordon for House Speaker. Fr. Bob talks about how we should make sure we are clear when speak and always strive to be good because sinning never leads to true happiness. Fr. Gordon gives reasons why we should pray the rosary and it's benefits. Bishop Mueggenborg reflects on this Sunday's Gospel and how we can avoid ignoring the messengers God sends us.

10/6/23 7am CT Hour - Mary Hallan Fiorito/ Seth Dillon John and Glen chat about the news, Dick Butkus passing and football. Mary breaks down what misinformation is being spread around Ohio regarding Issue 1 and reveals the truth about the law. Seth from the Babylon Bee shares why they speak truth in humor and why it's important to be able to laugh at ourselves and the absurdities of our world.

If you're afraid of living out your Catholic faith at work, this episode may encourage you! In this podcast episode of Morning Air, John Morales speaks with Darlene Morocco about how to courageously live out your Catholic faith in a secular work environment. Darlene, the Chief Nursing Officer at the Cleveland Clinic Lutheran Hospital, shares her experiences and insights. She emphasizes the importance of authenticity and natural expression of faith, stating that even in a secular workplace, it's possible to incorporate one's Catholic identity. Darlene describes her daily routine, including starting her day with prayer and wearing visible symbols of her faith, such as a cross and crucifix earrings. She discusses the challenges of working in a secular environment and highlights her creative approach to celebrating Catholic holidays at work, like the Easter bread tradition, which sparked curiosity and conversations about faith among her colleagues. When faced with challenges, Darlene emphasizes the importance of