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Francis Effect podcast

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Two theologians walk into a bar... No, seriously: This podcast is about the real world of politics and current events, seen through the lens of Catholic teaching and spirituality. Your hosts, Fr. Dan Horan and David Dault, bring you a mix of perspectives, from Abbey Road to Metaphysical Graffiti. Dan is a Franciscan friar and Catholic priest. David is a radio producer and Catholic convert. They both have doctorates in theology. It is the best possible kind of nerdy.
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Episodes

Summer Special - We have a new Pope!

Heidi, Daniel, and David gather for a special episode to look at the first weeks of the papacy of Pope Leo XIV. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 30, 2025•56 min

#2508 - The death, impact, and legacy of Pope Francis

Heidi, Daniel, and David reflect on the papacy of Poe Francis, end talk about the next steps that will be happening in the Vatican following his death this past Monday. Then they look ahead to the future of the Church, and discuss how we each can take up the legacy of Francis into the heart of the 21st century. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 24, 2025•1 hr 18 min•Season 25Ep. 8

#2507 - Tariffs, preaching on creation, and an interview with Stephanie Clary about Laudato Si'

Heidi, Daniel, and David look at the negative effects of a fabricated trade war on global commerce, and then they explore how pastors can use their positions to help raise awareness about climate change. Then Heidi interviews Stephanie Clary, of NCR's EarthBeat , about the 10th anniversary of Laudato Si'. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 10, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Season 25Ep. 7

Francis Effect presents: The Four Theologians

In this special episode of The Francis Effect, co-host Heidi Schlumpf moderates a roundtable of four theologians: Dr. Bryan Massingale and Dr. Cristina Traina, both of Fordham University in New York, and Dr. Hille Haker and Dr. Miguel Diaz, both of Loyola University Chicago. The guests react to the first month of the second term of President Donald Trump in light of Catholic theology. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Feb 20, 2025•1 hr 12 min

#2503 - The attack on USAID, J.D. Vance's armchair theology, and an interview with Charlene Howard of Pax Christi

Heidi, Daniel, and David look at the effects the recent attacks on USAID have had on charities and NGOs - especially in the Catholic world. Then they look at the recent comments made by Vice-President J.D. Vance as he weighs in on theological issues. Finally, Heidi welcomes Charlene Howard, the new Executive Director of Pax Christi USA, for a conversation about their work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Feb 13, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Season 25Ep. 3

#2502 - Trump 2.0, the Oscars nominations, and an interview with Thomas Reese, SJ

Heidi, Daniel, and David look at the first week of the second Trump administration, and what listeners can do for self-care and mutual aid. Next, we take a lighter view and look at the various vilms nominated for the 2025 Academy Awards. Finally, Heidi interviews Fr. Thomas Reese, SJ, about his life in Catholic journalism, Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 30, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Season 25Ep. 2

#2501 - The new Trump administration, Cardinal Robert McElroy becomes new Archbishop of Washington, and an interview with Dylan Corbett

Heidi, Dan, and David think about how Catholics might prepare themselves for the violence against the vulnerable being promised by the incoming Trump administration, and they look at the work and ministry of Cardinal Robert McElroy with some measure of hope for the Church speaking out in favor of the "least of these." Then Heidi interviews Dylan Corbett, founder and Executive Director of the Hope Border Institute, which brings "perspective of Catholic social teaching to bear on the realities uni...

Jan 16, 2025•1 hr 18 min•Season 25Ep. 1

#2416 - Advent, Chris White on Vatican News, and a Pop Culture Roundup

Heidi, Dan, and David end the season with a conversation about how we are celebrating Advent and preparing for Christmas this year, as well as doing a roundup of what we have been watching and reading over the past few months. Plus Heidi interviews Chris White of National Catholic Reporter, and they discuss what might be coming next for the Francis papacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 05, 2024•1 hr 23 min•Season 24Ep. 16

#2415 - Trump's Proposed Cabinet Picks, Renewed Debates about Hymns in Liturgy, and an Interview with Ann Garrido

Heidi, Dan and David discuss the implications of Trump's cabinet picks for vulnerable populations. They look at the recent controversies around the liturgical use of certain hymns and songwriters, and Heidi interviews Ann Garrido about how to navigate difficult conversations during the holiday season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 21, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Season 24Ep. 15

#2413 - The Synod on Synodality, the 2024 elections, and an interview with Michael Canaris

Heidi, Daniel, and David look at the role of Catholic voters in the upcoming elections, and we look at the concluding weeks of the Synod on Synodality and explore its possible impacts, and then Heidi is in conversation with Michael Canaris of Loyola University Chicago, who just returned from Rome after leading a student delegation to engage with the Synod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 24, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Season 24Ep. 13

#2408 - SCOTUS Homelessness Case, Pop Culture Roundup, and an interview with Elizabeth Johnson

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David end season 14 with a look at the media they've been consuming lately, as well as looking at a recent Supreme Court case that might affect care for the homeless. Then Heidi interviews Sr. Elizabeth Johnson. Have a great summer, and we'll see you in the fall! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 25, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Season 24Ep. 8

#2406 - The Mar-A-Lago 'Catholic' Event, March Madness, and an interview with Bruce Morrill

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David look at the recent ‘prayer’ event held in support of Donald Trump at Mar-A-Lago, and Heidi and Daniel teach David some things about basketball. Also, Heidi interviews Bruce Morrill, Chair of Catholic Studies at Vanderbilt University about the upcoming Eucharistic Congress Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mar 28, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Season 24Ep. 6

#2404 - IVF fallout, an attack on Annunciation House, and an interview with Dr. Kathleen Dorsey Bellow

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David look at recent court rulings that have resulted in confusing and at points disastrous consequences for parents undergoing IVF treatments. Next they look at Texas AG Ken Paxton's recent accusations against Annunciation House, a ministry serving migrants, and Heidi interviews Dr. Kathleen Dorsey Bellow, Director of the Institute for Black Catholic Studies in New Orleans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Feb 29, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Season 24Ep. 4

#2403 - Superbowl ads, Cardinals meet with female Episcopal Bishop and discuss priestly celibacy, and an interview with Joyce Rupp

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David talk about the "He Gets Us" ad campaign, and who might be funding it. Then they look at recent discussions around priestly celibacy, and a meeting of the Council of Cardinals to discuss women's issues with some actual women, and Heidi interviews author Joyce Rupp about Lent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 15, 2024•1 hr 24 min•Season 24Ep. 3

#2402 - $83 Million Judgement Against Donald Trump, Papal Audience with Vatican Journalists, and an Interview with Ansel Augustine

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David look at the implications of the recent defamation suit against Donald Trump, and talk about the role of journalism in 21st-century Catholic life, and Heidi interviews Ansel Augustine about the synod and the experiences of Black Catholics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 01, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Season 24Ep. 2

#2401 - Iowa Caucus, Fiducia Supplicans, and an interview with Steven P. Millies

The 2024 election cycle has begun, and Fr. Daniel, Heidi, and David discuss what the Iowa Caucus can tell us about next November, then we discuss the implications of the recent document on blessing same-sex couples, and Heidi interviews political scientist and friend of the show, Steven P. Millies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 18, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Season 24Ep. 1

#2316 - COP28 Meeting, Interview with Bishop John Stowe, OFM, and a Pop-Culture Roundup

For our last episode of Season 13, Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David talk about the UN Climate Change Conference, Heidi interviews Bishop John Stowe, OFM, about the work of Pax Christi, and we talk about what we've been reading, watching, and listening to lately. We'll be back for Season 14 starting in mid-January. A blessed Advent, a Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year to all! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Dec 07, 2023•1 hr 25 min•Season 23Ep. 16

#2315 - Bishop Strickland, the Voting Rights Act in peril, and an interview with timone davis

Happy Thanksgiving! Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David look at the recent ouster of Tyler, Texas Bishop Strickland, and what it might mean for the growing divisions in the Church. Then they look at a recent court battle over voting rights in Arkansas, and what it might mean for the upcoming election. Finally, Heidi interviews theologian and professor timone davis about gratitude and the vital importance of having everyone at the table Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...

Nov 23, 2023•1 hr 34 min•Season 23Ep. 15
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