View from the Pew

Mater Dei Radio
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Family life can be hectic. But God can be found right in the middle of it. Join Deacon Scott and Brenda Aikin as they share stories about their family, their faith, and their View from the Pew. Produced at the studios of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

  1. 6D AGO

    A Journey from Earth to Heaven: Episode 163

    On this week's episode find out how much time a Good Deacon spends at Church during Easter, a family connection to Divine Mercy Sunday, and how C.S. Lewis shares his imagination of Purgatory, Heaven and Hell. This week's guest is Andrew Swafford. Ascend Eucharistic Revival. Subscribe to View from the Pew on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.View from the Pew is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    27 min

  2. MAR 20

    Lenten Discernment: Episode 162

    On this week's episode find out if God cares if Deacon Scott gets a new car and how to discern in peace this Easter at the Grotto. Subscribe to View from the Pew on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.View from the Pew is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    28 min

  3. MAR 13

    Gen Xers Prepare!: Episode 161

    On this week's episode find out about the deep humility of Deacon Scott, why retirement for Gen Xers looks different, and why a good plan for Heaven is vital. Today's guest is Ashley Micciche from True North Retirement Advisors. Subscribe to View from the Pew on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.View from the Pew is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    27 min

  4. FEB 20

    A Catholic World View: Episode 160

    On this week's episode find out what cross Deacon Scott takes up this Lent, hear why a Catholic world view is important, and how we can look beyond our own suffering. This week's guest is Carl Olson from Catholic World Report. Subscribe to View from the Pew on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.View from the Pew is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    28 min

  5. JAN 30

    Nothing is Unplanned: Episode 159

    On this week's episode find out how far Deacon Scott will got to bring dessert home, hear about the work of the Pro-life Office in the Archdiocese of Portland, and how to raise the next Pro-life Generation. Subscribe to View from the Pew on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.View from the Pew is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    28 min

  6. JAN 26

    Seek Discomfort: Episode 158

    On this week's episode Deacon Scott and Brenda wonder why we don't like to move from our comfortable spot and why we should choose to risk like St. Paul. This week's guest is Steve Ray. Subscribe to View from the Pew on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.View from the Pew is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    29 min

  7. JAN 16

    Holy Year, Holy Family, Episode 157

    On this week's episode find out why Deacon Scott never breaks a New Year's Resolution and why the Holy Family is a perfect model for every family. This week's guest is Scott Smith. Subscribe to View from the Pew on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.View from the Pew is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    28 min

  8. 12/19/2025

    Christ Is The Gift This Christmas: Episode 156

    On this week's episode find out why Deacon Scott is learning how to be less of a "Super Dad" and the Aikins share with you some of their favorite Christmas traditions and the reason why they all lead back to the Christ child. Subscribe to View from the Pew on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.View from the Pew is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

    28 min
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Family life can be hectic. But God can be found right in the middle of it. Join Deacon Scott and Brenda Aikin as they share stories about their family, their faith, and their View from the Pew. Produced at the studios of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

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  • Creator
    Mater Dei Radio
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    152
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Mater Dei Radio
  • Show Website
    View from the Pew