Synopsis
Morning Air® with John Harper is an inspiring, informative, joyful, and family-friendly way to start your day! From breaking news and social issues to tips for business, parenting and family life, Harper and co-host Glen Lewerenz cover every topic from a balanced, Catholic perspective.
Episodes
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Martha, Mary & Lazarus/ Salesian Summer Camps/ Sunday Gospel Reflection
28/07/2023 Duration: 51min7/28/23 6am CT Hour - Martha Fernandez-Sardina/ Sr. Brittany Harrison/ Bishop Daniel Mueggenborg John, Glen and Sarah chat about classified documents, heat/flood warnings throughout the US, World Youth Day next week, plus Disco Day. Martha shares the role that Martha, Mary and Lazarus played in the life of Jesus and how we can be friends of Jesus. Sister B shares how a little creativity and sunshine in the Salesian summer camps are helping kids to realize there is tons of fun outside of a screen. Summer Fun - Salesian Sisters of Saint John Bosco 877-OUR-NUNS Bishop Mueggenborg reflects on this Sunday's gospel and how we are called to evangelize and gather the fish, letting God do the sorting or judgment.
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Birth Control Impact on Abortion/ Supporting Mothers
28/07/2023 Duration: 50min7/28/23 7am CT Hour - Dr. Michael New/ Jeannie French John, Glen and Sarah chat about Trumps classified document saga, heat and flood warnings throughout the United States, and disco. Dr. Michael New explains why the myth that birth control helps prevent unwanted pregnancy and therefore abortion is false. https://www.nationalreview.com/corner/again-over-the-counter-contraception-will-not-reduce-abortion-rates/ Jeannie French shares her story of starting Little Lamb Resale in Pittsburgh near Planned Parenthood to help women find support and choose life for their babies. https://www.littlelambresale.com/
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Proper Dress for Mass (Special Podcast Highlight)
27/07/2023 Duration: 11min<iframe src="https://omny.fm/shows/morning-air/proper-dress-for-mass-special-podcast-highlight/embed?style=artwork" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write" width="100%" height="180" frameborder="0" title="Proper Dress for Mass (Special Podcast Highlight)"></iframe> Do you sometimes get overwhelmed about what to wear to Mass? Do you wish that more people would dress up? You're not alone. In this interview, Glen and Father Scott Bogochnik talk about the growing concern of proper dress and behavior in church. They agree that the culture has become less formal over the years, and this informality has also affected church attire. But they emphasize that the issue goes beyond just clothing; it is about holiness and respecting one another. Father Bogochnik mentions the importance of the Ninth Commandment, which calls for respecting one's neighbor, and the virtue of temperance, which helps in ordering desires toward God and proper dignity. He highlights the need to protect the purity of heart and the mystery o
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Prime Matters: Liturgy/ How To Make Time For Your Marriage
27/07/2023 Duration: 50min7/27/23 6am CT Hour - Monsignor James Shea/ Danielle Bean John, Glen and Sarah chat about Hunter Biden plea deal, US Women's Cup, and play What's That Sound? Monsignor shares how the liturgy is designed with an order that can order our relationships, time and life in many ways. https://primematters.com/foundations/church/liturgy-ordering-principle-life-believer Danielle shares why it's important to put time and effort into your marriage and lists the tips that can help you to do this as well. https://www.goodcatholic.com/podcast/202018-2/
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Mixing Church Politics and Hot Takes/ Sts. Martha, Mary & Lazarus
27/07/2023 Duration: 50min7/27/23 7am CT Hour - Marcel LeJeune/ Fr. James Kubicki John Glen and Sarah chat about Hunter Biden's plea being rejected by the court, Women's World Cup and play What's That Sound. Marcel shares his enthusiasm for the Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis next year and how to handle reactions within the church about politics or something we don't agree with linked to the faith. https://catholicmissionarydisciples.com/news/the-toxic-mix Fr. Kubicki breaks down what we know about Sts. Martha, Mary and their brother Lazarus from scripture and tradition.
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Definition of Death/ Latest From Vatican/ Twitter Rebrand
26/07/2023 Duration: 50min7/26/23 6am CT Hour - Dr. Joseph Meaney/ Ashley Noronha/ Mark Mastroianni John and Sarah chat about overwhelming weather, lotto and Sarah's birthday. Dr. Meaney explains the proposed definition change of the word "death" and what that would men fr those who are brain damaged and potential organ donors. Ashley reports on Pope Francis' new podcast for youth, St. Peter's Basilica's new sound system, crazy weather in Italy and celebration for the Feast of St. James. Mark breaks down Elon Musk's history and what he is trying to do with changing the name and logo of Twitter to x.
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Importance of Grandparents/ Perils of Pride
26/07/2023 Duration: 50min7/26/26 7am CT Hour - Fr. Marcel Taillon/ Dave Durand John, Glen and Sarah talk weather, lotto, Catholic Night in baseball and Sarah's birthday. Fr. Marcel shares who Jesus' grandparents were and ways we can learn and grow from the relationship with our grandparents. Dave shares some of the many perils we can fall into with pride and some solutions to avoid this sin.
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St. James & the Camino/ Santiago: The Camino Within
25/07/2023 Duration: 50min7/25/23 6am CT Hour - Fr. John Gordon/ Erin Berghouse John, Glen and Sarah chat about the border wall in Texas' water, hot weather warnings and Jason Aldean's new song causing controversy. Fr. John shares his experience of going on the Camino de Santiago. Erin talks about the new documentary which follows people on the Camino and documents what they learned and experienced on the journey. https://thecaminomovie.com/
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10th Anniversary of You Are Loved/Getting Older
25/07/2023 Duration: 50min7/25/23 7am CT Hour - Martha Fernandez-Sardina/ Harry Kraemer John, Glen and Sarah chat about Texas putting up a wall in the water to protect it's border, extreme heat and backlash from Jason Aldean's latest hit. Martha shares the story of the beginning of her ministry and the growth due to God's grace. Harry talks getting older in years and things changing in life but being confident that the faith will never change and neither will God. https://harrykraemer.org/2023/07/17/am-i-really-getting-older/
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When Jesus Doesn't Calm the Storm (Special Podcast Highlight)
24/07/2023 Duration: 16min<iframe src="https://omny.fm/shows/morning-air/when-jesus-doesnt-calm-the-storm-special-podcast-h/embed?style=artwork" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write" width="100%" height="180" frameborder="0" title="When Jesus Doesn't Calm the Storm (Special Podcast Highlight)"></iframe> When you are going through a difficult time, where do you turn? John Morales is joined by Gary Zimak, author of the best-selling book "When Your Days Are Dark, God is Still Good." They discuss the concept of Jesus not always calming storms in life and the possibility of finding peace amid difficult situations. Gary highlights two literal storms at sea recorded in the Bible where Jesus calmed the storm. He also mentions another storm in the New Testament after Jesus' resurrection, where He doesn't calm the external storm but brings peace to the apostles' internal fears. They discuss the relationship between faith and storms, with Gary emphasizing that storms are opportunities to exercise and grow in faith, as well as to trust in
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Summer Prayer Routine/ When Jesus Doesn't Calm the Storm
24/07/2023 Duration: 50min7/24/23 6am CT Hour - Lindsay Schlegel/ Gary Zimak John, Glen and Sarah chat about the name change for Twitter, new addictions to the Baseball Hall of Fame and Tell an Old Joke. Lindsay shares how in the summer our schedules are more lax and so our prayer life can be structured differently to fit the new schedule. Gary talks about weathering the storms of life when it doesn't seem like God is there to calm the waves and callers share their experience.
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700th Aquinas Anniversary/ Summer Series: Conquering Addiction Part VIII
24/07/2023 Duration: 50min7/24/823 7am CT Hour - Fr. Thomas Petri/ Kendra Von Esh John, Glen and Sarah chat about Twitter's name change, Baseball players inducted into Hall of Fame and tell some jokes. Fr. Thomas looks back on the life of St. Thomas Aquinas and his contributions to the Church and Dominican order along with his 700th Anniversary of canonization. Kendra shares how humility and God's grace can help us in the present moment when we need to overcome addictions and bad habits.
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Advising College Bound Kids/ End of Woman/ Sunday Gospel Reflection
21/07/2023 Duration: 48min7/21/23 6am CT Hour - Kim Morgan/ Carrie Gress/ Bishop Daniel Mueggenborg Kim shares some tips on helping our young adult children fail and grow in order to be ready for college and beyond. Carrie breaks down her book about how breaking down a patriarchy can have negative effects for women and the keys to "having it all" as a women in today's society. https://www.amazon.com/End-Woman-Smashing-Patriarchy-Destroyed/dp/1685924212 Bishop Mueggenborg reflects on this Sunday's gospel inviting listeners to find out what we are letting into our lives and discerning if it helping us or hurting us.
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FDA Approves Birth Control OTC/ Christian Burial for IVF
21/07/2023 Duration: 50min7/21/23 7am CT Hour - Mary Hallan Fiorito/ Laura Elm Glen and Sarah talk about Willy Wonka birthday parties. Mary breaks down what over the counter birth control has been approved by the FDA and the concerns we should have concerning women and potential unborn life. Laura shares the work her ministry does providing counseling and proper burial for those children who pass from IVF laboratories. https://sacredheartguardians.org/
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Jesus' Most Precious Blood/ Salesian Summer Camps
20/07/2023 Duration: 50min7/20/23 6am CT Hour - Annabelle Moseley/ Sr. "B" Brittany Harrison John, Glen and Sarah chat about IRS whistleblower, Powerball winner, heat and play "What's That Sound". Annabelle explains who the apostle to the apostle is and how growing in relationship with her will help you find the blessings of the Precious Blood this July. Sister B shares how a little creativity and sunshine in the Salesian summer camps are helping kids to realize there is tons of fun outside of a screen. Summer Fun - Salesian Sisters of Saint John Bosco 877-OUR-NUNS
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Mary Magdelene and Jesus/ Sts Joachim and Anne
20/07/2023 Duration: 49min7/20/23 7am CT Hour - Bishop Donald Hying/ Fr. James Kubicki John, Glen and Sarah chat about latest news stories and play "What's that Sound". Bishop Hying explores the relationship Jesus had with Mary Magdalene and how she opened her heart to the Lord and change for the better. Fr. Kubicki talks about the 3rd Annual Day for Grandparents and our relationship with grandparents and how they teach us the faith and about life.
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Children's Mental Health/ Latest From Vatican/ Puerto Rican Catholic Community
19/07/2023 Duration: 48min7/19/23 6am CT Hour - Juan Carlos Sanchez/ Ashley Noronha/ Joe Boland John, glen and Sarh chat about Trump investigation into January 6th, heatwave in southwest, baseball records and National Hotdog Day. Juan Carlos explains why it's important to understand the signs for mental health issues when it comes to kids. Ashley reports on Italy's extreme heat, Pope Francis talking to children about saints, celebrating Our Lady of Mount Carmel and more. Joe shares how despite the many challenges facing the Church in Puerto Rico they have a resilience and joy that holds them to the cross and faith.
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Summer Manners/ 5 Keys to Influence
19/07/2023 Duration: 50min7/19/23 7am CT Hour - Kate Wicker/ Dave Durand John, Glen and Sarah chat about the Eucharistic Congress, Trump Investigation, weather, baseball and National Hot Dog Day. Kate talks about some summertime manners we should try to instill in our kids. Dave gives the 5 keys you'll need to have influence.
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Five Things Every Couple Should Know Before Getting Married (Special Podcast Highlight)
19/07/2023 Duration: 15min<iframe src="https://omny.fm/shows/morning-air/five-things-every-couple-should-know-before-gettin/embed?style=artwork" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write" width="100%" height="180" frameborder="0" title="Five Things Every Couple Should Know Before Getting Married (Special Podcast Highlight)"></iframe> In this interview, host John Morales speaks with licensed marriage and family therapist, Doug Hinderer, about the top five things couples should know before getting married. Doug, who has been married for over 42 years, shares his insights based on his extensive experience working with couples. The first important point Doug emphasizes is the need to understand and accept each other's flaws and defects. He advises couples to identify and discuss these potential challenges before getting married, as it is essential to marry someone whose defects you can live with. He suggests seeking input from family and friends who may provide valuable perspectives. The second point centers around understanding how yo
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Twitter vs Threads/ National Black Congress
18/07/2023 Duration: 53min7/18/23 6am CT Hour - Mark Mastroianni/ Bishop Brendan Cahill John, Glen and Sarah chat about the court challenge to Iowa's heartbeat bill on abortion, extreme heat in southwest and the lack of winner for Powerball. Mark explains what the new social media platform Threads is and how it compares to Twitter. Bishop Cahill shares the history and importance of Black Catholic history in the United States and the upcoming National Black Catholic Congress. https://nbccongress.org/