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Ep. 212: The Leonine honeymoon? And one hell of a tale

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2025/05/16

Pope Leo XIV is being widely celebrated in the Church. JD asks if this is still the honeymoon phase, or the new normal?Then, the Chaldean Patriarch of Baghdad denies giving an interview in Arabic about a conclave mishap.This episode is sponsored by St. Vincent Fellows, a faith formation and employment program for young adults aged 18 to 26.Join them for a 2-4 year fellowship in ministry to the poor and homeless in the United States.Learn more by visiting stvincentfellows.org This is a public

64:13

Pope Leo XIV - The Pillar LIVE

The Pillar Podcast ·

2025/05/09

The Pillar team goes live shortly after the announcement of Pope Leo XIV. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

58:23

Ep. 211: Waiting and the last Boomer conclave

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2025/05/07

The Pillar team will go live on Substack soon after the papal election. Don’t miss it! JD and Ed talk about the Mass for the Election of a Pontiff, which took place right before the conclave. They talk about the shifting papacy and what they think could characterize the next conclave.Then, they both give their head check, heart check and gut check on who will emerge as pope.This episode is sponsored by the MBA program at the University of Mary.Gain the confidence of an executive, the insight of a

4:34

Bonus: A stall, a shock and a surrender

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2025/05/06

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comEd is joined by The Pillar’s Rome Correspondent Edgar Beltrán to give the lay of the land, with 24 hours until the start of the conclave.Are you a paying subscriber?* Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account.* Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar PodcastHavi…

4:34

Bonus: 'Good, but' or 'Bad, but'

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2025/05/05

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comJD is joined by The Pillar’s Senior Correspondent Luke Coppen to talk about Luke’s experience covering the past two conclaves as a journalist, and the fluctuating situation before the conclave begins on Wednesday.Then, they share their personal cardinal picks.Are you a paying subscriber?* Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right co…

44:17

Ep. 210: The road to 89

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2025/05/02

Ed fills JD in on the leading candidates ahead of next week’s conclave— including Cardinal Pietro Parolin. Then, they discuss questions surrounding the candidacy of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost.This episode is sponsored by the Friends of Fr. Eric Seitz, a private association of the Christian faithful dedicated to establishing and maintaining friendship with the Vice Chancellor, Secretary to the Bishop and Master of Ceremonies, and CUA Canon Law Student for the Diocese of Fargo, ND. This is a

59:32

Ep. 209: What Cardinals Want

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2025/04/26

JD and Ed are joined by Rome Correspondent Edgar Beltrán to share what they have heard cardinals are looking for in the next pope.Then, they reflect on the legacy of Pope Francis.This episode is sponsored by the family of Dominic, a toddler with a rare genetic disease called pantothenate kinase-associated neurodegeneration (PKAN).Please pray for Dominic, through the intercession of Venerable Rose Hawthorne.And support the Loving Loic Foundation today, by visiting lovingloic.org-Image credit: Vatican

5:43

Bonus: General congregation backlash, and Francis' will

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2025/04/22

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comJD and Ed talk about backlash against the decision to hold the first general congregation of the College of Cardinals so soon after the death of Pope Francis. They also talk about Francis’ last will and testament. Are you a paying subscriber?* Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged i…

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Bonus: “I love you. Thank you. I forgive you. Please...

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2025/04/21

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comPope Francis has died at the age of 88. JD and Ed react to the news and give some initial reflections on the pope’s legacy.Are you a paying subscriber?* Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account.* Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar PodcastHaving issues? Lis…

3:33

Having trouble accessing bonus episodes? Listen to this.

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2025/04/21

JD and Ed will record several bonus episodes of The Pillar Podcast as they travel to Rome to cover the funeral of Pope Francis and a conclave. These bonus episodes are available only to our paid subscribers. If you are a paying subscriber and you want to access these bonus episodes, here is what you need to do. For Apple Podcasts— or any podcast app that is not Spotify* Open a browser on your phone. * Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen* Make sure you are signed into your Substack account by looking at

1:30

Bonus: Blessed Triduum, eh?

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2025/04/17

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comSenior or freshman? Then, JD and Ed swap conspiracy theories-Are you a paying subscriber?* Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account.* Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar PodcastHaving issues? Check out this general step-by-step guide from Substack, or email…

64:10

Ep. 208: Freeing the imagination this Triduum, and...

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2025/04/17

JD wrestles with his approach to Triduum. Then, Monsignor Jeffrey Burrill sues Grindr.This episode is sponsored by the MBA program at the University of Mary. Gain the confidence of an executive, the insight of a specialist, and the integrity to be a champion for the common good. Pillar paid subscribers receive an exclusive $10,000 scholarship. Not a paying subscriber, but love The Pillar? You are eligible for a $7,000 scholarship! Apply today at pillar.umary.edu This is a public episode. If you'd

46:12

Ep. 207: Living the faith with no political power

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2025/04/11

Colorado’s bishops issue an open letter asking their governor to veto an a bill that would put taxpayer money toward elective abortions. JD asks if it is time for bishops to lose the script and start directly instructing and guiding Catholics. This episode is sponsored by St. Bernard’s School of Theology and Ministry.Join St. Bernard’s this summer in auditing one course— entirely free— thanks to the Knights of Columbus Finger Lakes Chapter.Learn more by visiting stbernards.eduPhoto of Airedale

1:31

Bonus: Gratitude and something new

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2025/04/08

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comJD’s son gets the Sunday scaries. Then, JD and Ed reflect on The Pillar’s new columns section.Join JD and Ed in Rome this December for The Pillar Pilgrimage! Learn more at Verso Ministries-Are you a paying subscriber?* Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account.

62:41

Ep. 206: The latest on Fr. Marko Rupnik

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2025/04/04

JD and Ed talk about the status of the case against Fr. Marko Rupnik. Then, Ed plays a round of ‘Which superannuated See am I?'This episode is sponsored by Christendom College Graduate School of Theology.This summer, Christendom is offering both in-person and online intensive courses to take your academic and spiritual life to the next level.Learn more at graduate.christendom.edu/summer/ This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes,

52:29

Ep. 205: Living the feast vs. obedience litmus test

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2025/03/31

JD and Ed debate the purpose and impact of holy days of obligation.-This episode is sponsored by St. Bernard’s School of Theology and Ministry.Audit a course this summer entirely free— thanks to the Knights of Columbus Finger Lakes Chapter.Learn more at st.bernards.edu This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pillarcatholic.com/subscribe

2:05

Bonus: Driving lessons and leisure killers

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2025/03/22

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comJD shares a bit of paternal wisdom from his own dad. Ed guards his Saturday plans.Are you a paying subscriber?* Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account.* Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar PodcastHaving issues? Check out this general step-by-step guide fr…

52:00

Ep. 204: Smoking guns and unserious people

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2025/03/22

JD and Ed talk about an unusual ruling in an appeal of a wrongful termination lawsuit filed by the Vatican's former auditor general, Libero Milone.This episode is sponsored by Norman’s Nursery in Southern California. Norman’s Nursery is California’s premier grower of trees, shrubs and houseplants, serving homeowners, landscapers, and developers.Call (805) 398-0011 to plan your dream landscape today, or visit NormansNursery.com-Show notes:Vatican court: Auditor cannot bring ‘immoral and indecent’

1:31

Bonus: Candlegate

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2025/03/17

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comJD and Ed discuss Candlegate.Are you a paying subscriber?* Visit pillarcatholic.com/listen on your phone* Check the top right corner of the webpage to ensure you are logged into your Substack account.* Tap ‘set up podcast’ next to The Pillar PodcastHaving issues? Check out this general step-by-step guide from Substack, or email our producer Kate Olivera at ko…

51:13

Ep. 203: A rollercoaster in Steubenville

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2025/03/14

JD and Ed consider ongoing chatter about a merger of the Diocese of Steubenville.This episode is sponsored by Norman’s Nursery in Southern California. Norman’s Nursery is California’s premier grower of trees, shrubs and houseplants, serving homeowners, landscapers, and developers.Call (805) 398-0011 to plan your dream landscape today, or visit NormansNursery.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit

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