The Francis Effect

Train Derailment in Ohio, the Internet Debate at SCOTUS, and 10 Years of Pope Francis

Fr. Daniel, Heidi, and David look back at a decade of Francis's papacy, the environmental effects of the train derailment in Ohio, and the recent Supreme Court cases that could change the internet as we know it.

Sandburg MediaMarch 3, 2023

Anti-Black Studies Legislation, Anti-Trans Legislation, and the Start of Lent

Fr. Daniel, Heidi, and David discuss the efforts of Florida Governor Ron Desantis to change the AP curriculum, the parallels between anti-Trans and anti-LGBTQIA+ legislation and the policies of many Catholic schools and dioceses, and the challenges and joys of entering the season of Lent.

Sandburg MediaFebruary 17, 2023

The Death of Pope Emeritus Benedict 16, the Essay by Cardinal McElroy, and and Women Preaching

Heidi, Fr. Daniel, and David look at the recent passing of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, and his legacy. They also explore the many facets of synodality, as they look at a recent essay by Cardinal McElroy about welcoming the marginalized, and the possibilities that arise in letting the excluded voices of women play a role in our liturgies.