Hey Everybody! It's Fr. Edward Fr. Edward Looney
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Fr. Edward Looney is a Catholic priest who loves having conversations with guests. They talk about new book releases, various topics related to faith and life, and occasionally he speaks with producers, directors, and actors from the film industry. He has podcasted since 2019, formerly as “How They Love Mary” and “Cup of St. Joe,” conducting over 300 interviews to date. The interview style podcasts from Fr. Edward continues now, as he begins each conversation greeting his audience with “Hey Everybody!” Tune in for inspiring conversations about faith, film, and life.
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Episode 271: Are We Living in the Times Prophesied by Our Lady of Good Success with James Valois
James Valois became a devotee of Our Lady of Good Success decades ago, before it was popularized through the internet and social media. In his book "Our Lady's Prophesies" he helps the reader understand the importance and significance of the seventeenth century apparitions in Ecuador. In this interview with Fr. Edward Looney, Mr. Valois helps make sense of the apparitions and the current situation of the world today.
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Episode 270: Ed the Diver is Caring for God's Waterways
Ed the Diver has become quite popular on social media. He's from Northeast Wisconsin and dives local rivers and waterways cleaning up debris on the waterway floor. In this conversation with Fr. Edward, he shares about his discoveries, how he is caring for God's waterways, and encourages all people to take better care of the environment.
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Episode 269: Spiritual Insights into Mysticism, Paradise, the Mass, and Monasticism from John Michael Talbot
John Michael Talbot is a Grammy and Dove award winning Catholic musician Not only has he sung the praises of God and spoken to masses of people, he also has penned 38 books. His latest, "Late Have I Loved You" is an updated autobiography of how the Lord has worked in his life and how he has responded to the Lord. In this conversation with Fr. Edward Looney, John Michael Talbot shares about a mystical experience he had while in the hospital, the value of the Mass, and the need for monasticism in the world today.
Visit John Michael Talbot's website: https://johnmichaeltalbot.com
Buy the book: https://troubadourforthelord.net/store/ols/products/late-have-i-loved-you-book
Learn more about Little Portion Bakery: https://littleportionbakery.org
Follow him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnmichaeltalbot/
John Michael Talbot's first interview with Fr. Looney: https://heyeverybody.fireside.fm/johnmichaeltalbot -
Episode 268: One Priest's Experience While Walking the El Camino de Santiago with Fr. Greg Markey
Fr. Greg Markey walked the Way of St. James, known as the El Camino De Santiago. In this conversation with Fr. Edward Looney, Fr. Markey shares about the experience and about experience he had along The Way. If you have ever considered a life-changing pilgrimage, it is the El Camino. Learn his tips and recommendations for a good camino.
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Episode 267: Irena Gut's Daughter Reflects on Mother's Heroism with the Actress Who Portrays Irena in New Wrenching Film--Irena's Vow
Fr. Edward watches a lot of movies. He likes most of them. He loves only a few. Irena's Vow is one he loves. It was a powerful story. In this interview, Fr. Looney speaks with Irena's daughter, Jeannie Smith, about her impressions of her mother's story and with Sophie Nélisse who portrays her. Irena's Vow is in theaters on April 15 and 16 as a Fathom Event. If there is a movie you are going to fit into your schedule if the days and times are not convenient, make it Irena's Vow.
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Episode 266: Dr. Amy Cattapan is Helping to Develop a Spirituality for Teachers with Her Recent Books
Fr. Edward has been friends with Amy Cattapan for several years now. Catholic writers know other Catholic writers. When she isn't writing books, Amy is teaching in the classroom and grading homework. Her two recent books with Ave Maria Press, which were her splash from fiction writing to non-fiction writing, provide inspiration for teachers. In "Sweet Jesus, Is It June Yet?" she focuses on teaching like Jesus and battling burnout. Her latest book, "A Saint Squad for Teachers" proposes different saints for inspiration and intercession. It is her passion to develop a spirituality for teachers. Be sure to share this episode with the educator in your life!
Buy her books: https://www.avemariapress.com/authors/amy-j-cattapan
Visit her website: https://www.ajcattapan.com
Customer Reviews
Thank you Father
Listening to episode #200 right now and I just want to say thank you for all you do for our community, for our Catholic faith, and for Our Blessed Mother. My mom would send me your episodes when I first encountered Mary a few years ago, and you’ve helped me so much along the way. I am eternally grateful for you and your ministry.
Thanks Fr Looney
I enjoy the interviews and all the things you share it is always interesting and your voice is easy to listen too thanks for all you do
Great Interviewer
Fr. Looney speaks with great guests and is one of the best interviewers I listen to. He’s always knows the right question to ask.