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JD and Ed talk about two big pieces of news from while Ed was on vacation. JD talks about the bankruptcy case in the Diocese of Burlington, Vermont, that has caught his attention.
Then, Ed plays a round of papal travel trivia.
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JD is joined by Bishop Andrew Cozzens of Crookston, MN., to talk about the planning and impact of the National Eucharistic Congress two years later.
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I am just a mom in the pews. For years, this podcast has been what I look forward to every Friday. (I admit to throwing a little temper-tantrum when they take a week off ;) Everyone in the Catholic world has an opinion about everything, but when I listen to The Pillar, I know the hosts and correspondents are trying to be steadfastly faithful to Church teaching as well as asking the hard questions, (that honestly, people in the pews are ordering but too afraid to ask). Thank you!!!
The news and commentary is great, the endless banter gets old really fast. I just skip the first 8 minutes. Guys, you are smart (no doubt), but you are not funny or cool, and I am not your friend. I want news and value your commentary, not the rest. I am not the only one. Read your reviews.
I often listen to this podcast when I’m trying to fall asleep, and it does the trick every time. Except for the episodes recorded in front of an audience. Those get pretty raucous! Overall, though, JD and Ed have a pleasant rapport that makes for a palatable program.
To imply that people use Pope Francis’ ideas out of fear…. So disrespectful to imply that so soon after his death. Had it occurred to you that his ideas were well-liked, or would that notion only ever apply to popes you approve of? You could just say you don’t like him. Be honest: that’s what’s going on. You don’t have to neg on the legacy of a great man, a great pastor, and, yes, a great theologian. That implication is calumny. You don’t have to go there. I don’t listen as much as I used to, bu... more
Came to listen to informed news and smart commentary, what I got was 20 minutes of mindless banter about Halloween candy.
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A thoughtful Catholic current-events show that blends rigorous canon-law insight with wide-ranging church governance analysis and timely religious news. Episodes often unpack synodality, papal governance, and doctrinal issues through a practical lens, while weaving in occasional humor and accessible explanations of complex topics. The program stands out for its focus on institutional workings, investigative reporting style, and the hosts' ability to connect ecclesial debates to real-world policy and culture, making it valuable for listeners who want depth without superficial polemics. Potential sponsors or guests should note the podcast's steady audience of educated Catholics interested in governance, ethics, and the intersection of faith a... more
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