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Having trouble accessing bonus episodes? Listen to this.

The Pillar Podcast ·

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

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Bonus: Blessed Triduum, eh?

The Pillar Podcast ·

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...

The Pillar Podcast ·

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

The Pillar Podcast ·

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

The Pillar Podcast ·

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.

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Ep. 206: The latest on Fr. Marko Rupnik

The Pillar Podcast ·

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

The Pillar Podcast ·

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

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Bonus: Driving lessons and leisure killers

The Pillar Podcast ·

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…

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Ep. 204: Smoking guns and unserious people

The Pillar Podcast ·

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

The Pillar Podcast ·

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

The Pillar Podcast ·

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

1:30

Bonus: The stuff of nightmares and Lists, Pt. 2

The Pillar Podcast ·

2025/03/09

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comEd’s stressed, Pope Francis is still in the hospital, and kids’ movies from the 80s still haunt JD and Ed.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 gener…

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Ep. 202: The next Benevacantism

The Pillar Podcast ·

2025/03/08

JD and Ed address a question that has resurfaced with Pope Francis’ hospitalization— what will happen if there are more than 120 cardinal electors in the next conclave?Join JD and Ed in Rome this December! Learn more about The Pillar Pilgrimage here.-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

1:31

Bonus: Bad breakfast

The Pillar Podcast ·

2025/03/02

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comEd gives JD the rundown on the National Catholic Breakfast.Then, JD plays a game about bad breakfast foods around the world.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? Ch…

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Ep. 201: The Church's list problem

The Pillar Podcast ·

2025/03/01

JD and Ed continue to pray for Pope Francis. The federal government terminates its refugee resettlement contract with U.S. bishops.Then, the Dicastery for Legislative Texts issues a guidance on publishing lists of “credibly accused” clergy.This episode is sponsored by the Augustine Institute. Offering master’s degrees in Theology, Pastoral Theology, and Catholic Education, the Augustine Institute prepares students to serve Christ and His Church in schools, parishes, dioceses, and beyond.To learn

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Bonus: "I'm a perfectly normal guy..."

The Pillar Podcast ·

2025/02/23

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comJD and Ed want to see some Roman soccer. But can Ed hang?-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 ou…

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Ep. 200: It's a good old Vatican finance deep dive!

The Pillar Podcast ·

2025/02/23

Today is Ed’s day. But first, the U.S. bishops’ conference sues the Trump administration.This episode is sponsored by the Augustine Institute. Offering master’s degrees in Theology, Pastoral Theology, and Catholic Education, the Augustine Institute prepares students to serve Christ and His Church in schools, parishes, dioceses, and beyond.To learn more, visit augustine.edu.-Show notes:UK court rules on Vatican’s London building lawsuitDid Mincione ‘win’ his lawsuit against the Vatican? This is a

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Bonus: The death of kindness?!

The Pillar Podcast ·

2025/02/17

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comWhat’s best practice for valentines exchanges?-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 …

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Ep. 199: Praying for Francis and trouble in Newark

The Pillar Podcast ·

2025/02/17

Join JD and Ed in praying for Pope Francis.Then, JD and Ed talk about the latest trouble in the Archdiocese of Newark, where recently leaked documents have thrown into question the suitability of the president of Seton Hall University.This episode is sponsored by the Augustine Institute. Offering master’s degrees in Theology, Pastoral Theology, and Catholic Education, the Augustine Institute prepares students to serve Christ and His Church in schools, parishes, dioceses, and beyond.To learn more,

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Bonus: Pope Francis joins U.S. immigration debate

The Pillar Podcast ·

2025/02/13

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.pillarcatholic.comJD and Ed debate the effectiveness and merit of Pope Francis’ letter this week to the American episcopate about the Trump administration’s immigration policy.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 T…

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