The Francis Effect

The Pope's first trip, the continuing saga of women deacons, and a pop-culture roundup

We end our 17th season with a look at the current state of the Catholic Church, as well as with a look at what we've been watching, reading, and listening to lately

Sandburg MediaDecember 4, 2025

The USCCB Conference, reopening the government, and an interview with Kat Armas

Heidi, Daniel, and David do a deep dive into the recent Bishops' Conference, and we look at the ongoing fallout from the government shutdown as the country struggles to reopen. Then Heidi interviews Kat Armas about the spirituality of resisting empire during Advent

Sandburg MediaNovember 20, 2025

The loss of SNAP benefits, LMU labor dispute, and America's attacks on boats in the Caribbean

Heidi, Daniel, and David look at the cascading effects of the government shutdown, as well as the recent attacks by the American military on civilian fishing boats in the Caribbean. Finally, we take a look at the unfolding situation at Loyola Marymount, where their Board of Directors has refused to recognize union negotiations moving forward.