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Hey Everybody! It's Fr. Edward
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…
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- Hey Everybody! It's Fr. Edward
Episode 395: The Hidden Crisis Facing Aging Catholic Sisters with Filmmaker Linda Corley
What happens when religious sisters who have spent their lives caring for others grow older and find themselves in need of care? And what happens when a…
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Episode 394: You Can Subscribe to Heavenly Mail! | Kateri & Brianna of The Heavenly Post
When was the last time you received something exciting in the mail? Not a bill, advertisement, or junk mail, but something that brought you joy? In a world…
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Episode 393: A Catholic Feat: Visiting All 94 Basilicas in the United States with Grady Connolly
There are 94 Catholic basilicas in the United States, and Grady Connolly has visited every single one of them! What began as a fascination with one basilica…
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Episode 392: This Mom Accompanied Her 8-Year-Old Son to Heaven's Party with Laura Fredrickson
When Laura Frederickson's eight-year-old son Francisco was diagnosed with a rare form of childhood brain cancer, her life changed forever. In this episode…
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Episode 391: Fr. Bartunek's Book The Better Part Is Now an App!
Fr. John Bartunek, LC, spent time on the set of Mel Gibson's The Passion of the Christ. In this episode, he begins by sharing memories from that experience…
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Episode 390: Meet the Deacon Creating Homes for Mothers in Need
October is Respect Life Month, a time when Catholics are invited to reflect on what it truly means to be pro-life—not only in what we believe, but in what we…
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Episode 389: Could Your Box Be the Millionth Box of Joy?
A simple shoebox can make an incredible difference in the life of a child. In this episode, Fr. Edward Looney talks with Michele Sagarino of Cross Catholic…
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Episode 388: From John Paul II to John Wayne: Bear Wozniak’s 365-Day Catholic Guide for Men
What do St. John Paul II, John Wayne, the saints, cowboys, classic novels, Westerns, and even Clint Eastwood have to teach Catholic men? Bear Wozniak joins Fr…
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Episode 387: Get Ready for Archbishop Fulton Sheen’s Beatification with Allan Smith
Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen will be beatified on September 24, and in this episode Fr. Edward Looney welcomes author and Sheen devotee Allan Smith to help us…
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Episode 386: Deacon Joe Knew Father Kram: Remembering a Texas Priest on the Way to Sainthood.
Fr. Charles Kram lived a remarkable priestly life marked by suffering, perseverance, and a deep desire to serve God’s people. In this episode, Fr. Edward…
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Episode 385: She Left America to Follow Padre Pio: The Story of Mary Pyle
Who was Mary Pyle, the American woman remembered as one of Padre Pio’s closest spiritual daughters? Author Susan De Bartoli, whose book Padre Pio’s American…
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Episode 384: From Divorced Mother to Prison Nun: The Incredible Story of Mother Antonia Brenner with Sr. Anne Marie Maxfield
Mother Antonia Brenner’s vocation story is anything but ordinary. She wasn’t someone who dreamed of becoming a religious sister from childhood. She was…
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Episode 383: Where Coffee Meets Catholicism: St. James Coffee in Rochester, Minnesota with Melissa Scaccio
St. James Coffee in Rochester, Minnesota, is more than a place to grab a cup of coffee—it is a creative work of Catholic evangelization. In this episode, Fr…
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Episode 382: What Was Our Lady Trying to Say During Her Silent Apparition at Knock? with Patrick O'Hearn
What message did Our Lady communicate through her silent apparition at Knock alongside St. Joseph, St. John the Evangelist, and the Lamb of God? Fr. Edward…
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Episode 381: From Homeschooling to Catholic Filmmaking: The Bowen Family Story and Industrious Family Films
Can a homeschooling family make Catholic movies, bring inspiring stories from history to the screen, and even create its own streaming service? Kathleen, Mary…
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Episode 380: Blessed Stanley Rother’s Martyrdom, Mission, and Growing Devotion | Ed Jeep
Blessed Stanley Rother refused to abandon his people, even when remaining with them placed his own life in danger. In this episode, Fr. Edward Looney speaks…
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Episode 379: Netflix's Little House on the Prairie Reboot: What Fans Should Expect- An Interview with Jocko Sims
Netflix is bringing Little House on the Prairie back to television—but what should longtime fans expect? In this interview, we discuss Netflix's upcoming…
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Episode 378: The Shreveport Martyrs: Five Priests Who Chose to Die with Dr. Cheryl White
In 1873, a devastating yellow fever epidemic swept through Shreveport, Louisiana. As thousands fled the city, five Catholic priests made the extraordinary…
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Episode 377: How Rwanda's Spiritual Father (Fr. Ubald) Taught a Nation to Forgive
Who was Fr. Ubald Rugirangoga, and why do so many people believe they encountered a saint? In this episode of Hey Everybody! It's Fr. Edward, I speak with…
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Episode 376: Oprah, Larry King & Jimmy Carter Knew This Kid's Name. You Should Too: Mattie Stepanek
Fr. Edward Looney welcomes Kathy Dempsey to discuss the remarkable life and legacy of Mattie Stepanek, a young poet, peace ambassador, and inspirational figure…
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Episode 375: The Priest Who Bought a School Bus and Drove It: The Story of Fr. Charles R. Carroll
Why would a Catholic priest buy a school bus and drive it himself? In this episode, Fr. Edward Looney introduces listeners to Fr. Charles R. Carroll, a beloved…
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Episode 374: She Went to Harvard an Atheist. Now She Could Be a Catholic Saint. Meet Ruth Pakaluk
Who was Ruth Pakaluk? A wife, mother, Harvard graduate, pro-life leader, and faithful Catholic whose inspiring life is now being examined by the Church as a…
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Episode 373: Abbot Bradley Vanden Branden on Becoming the New Abbot of St. Norbert Abbey
Abbot Bradley R. Vanden Branden, O. Praem., was elected the eighth abbot of St. Norbert Abbey in De Pere, WI on January 15, 2026, and received his abbatial…
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Episode 372: How to Find the Graves of Saints (And Why Visiting Them Changes You) with Brian O'Neel
Fr. Edward sits down with Brian O’Neel, founder of the website dedicated to locating the burial places of saints, blesseds, and holy men and women, to explore…
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Episode 371: “God Doesn’t Hate Me After All” — How St. Louis de Montfort Changed Greg Willits’ Life
Fr. Edward sits down with Catholic speaker and author Greg Willits to explore the life and spirituality of one of the Church’s greatest Marian saints, St…
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Episode 370: The Perfect Catholic Summer Series for Kids? | Chime Travelers with Lisa Hendey
Years ago, Lisa Hendey created her beloved multi-volume series Chime Travelers. Today, that vision has expanded beyond the page into a new episodic video…
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Episode 369: Get the Scoop Behind the Sugarcreek Amish Mysteries on UPtv & UP Faith & Family
Fr. Edward sits down with film producer and entrepreneur Chevonne O'Shaughnessy for a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the movie and television industry…
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Episode 368: Divine Mercy Is More Than St. Faustina’s Diary with Vinny Flynn
Fr. Edward Looney has long admired Vinny Flynn, having first encountered his books many years ago. In this episode, he finally has the opportunity to sit down…
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Episode 367: Allyson Visits Cemeteries, Cleans the Headstones and Researches Their Stories and Shares Them
Why would someone spend their time cleaning graves of complete strangers? In this episode, Fr. Edward sits down with Allyson—better known as the “Crzy Cemetery…
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Episode 366: On the Road to Sainthood: The Story of Mother Tallon and the Parish Visitors
Fr. Edward Looney looks ahead to a meaningful trip to New York, where he will visit the Parish Visitors of the Immaculate and pray at the tomb of the Servant…
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Episode 365: A Priest and a Surgeon Talk about Independent Film
Dr. George Ellis is a surgeon by profession—but his creative pursuits have led him into the world of independent film through his company, Coronado Beach…
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Episode 364: Is Christian Hip Hop Really Different? With Trig Rosseau
Trig Rosseau joins Fr. Edward Looney to discuss the world of Christian hip hop and the mission behind Holy Culture Radio, the station dedicated to…
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Episode 363: Are Priests Thriving? What a National Study Reveals About Bishops, Trust, & Healing w/Stephen White
In this episode, I sit down with Stephen P. White to discuss a major new national study on Catholic priesthood published in Rebuilding Trust: The State of the…
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Episode 362: Following Jesus the Leader: Christ’s Ultimate Leadership Model with Fr. Brandenburg, LC
What if Jesus is the greatest leadership model of all time—and modern leadership theory has been overlooking Him? Fr. Daniel Brandenburg, LC joins Fr. Edward…
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Episode 361: A Priest and a Funeral Director Talk About Death, Funerals, and What Happens After We Die (with Victor Sweeney)
What do priests and funeral directors have in common? According to Bishop Robert Barron, “The priest goes where most don’t want to go”—and the same could be…
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Episode 360: Who Was St. Valentine—Really? A Priest, Love, and Miracles with Anthony DeStefano
Fr. Edward Looney welcomes author Anthony DeStefano back to the podcast to discuss his new children’s book, Your Valentine, which reclaims the true Christian…
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Episode 359: The Holy Face of Jesus: A Forgotten Devotion for Our Time with Fr. Lawrence Carney
Devotions in the Church often rise and fall in popularity, but some are providentially renewed for a particular moment in history. In this episode, Fr. Edward…
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Episode 358: More Than a Travel Show: David Henrie on New EWTN+ Show Seeking Beauty
In this conversation, Fr. Edward Looney speaks with actor and filmmaker David Henrie about his new EWTN+ series, Seeking Beauty, a show that invites viewers to…
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Episode 357: Meet Fr. Rich Kunst: Priest and Curator of the Vatican Unveiled Exhibit at the Mall of America
Fr. Edward Looney interviews Fr. Rich Kunst, the priest and curator of the Vatican Unveiled exhibit currently on display at the Mall of America in Minnesota…
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Episode 356: What Does Jesus Have to Say to Us Today? Apparitions of Jesus — with Michael Lichens
Fr. Edward Looney speaks with Michael Lichens, spokesperson for a new book by Wincenty Laszewski, published by Sophia Institute Press, which examines the…
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Episode 355: What’s Behind America’s Catholic Comeback Among Gen Z? — with John Krueger
Fr. Edward Looney speaks with John Krueger about Gen Z and the surprising resurgence of Catholic faith and devotion among young people today — what John calls…
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Episode 354: The St. Cuthbert Pilgrimage: Holy Island, the Cave, and a New Documentary
Join Fr. Edward Looney in a conversation with executive producer Daniel Catone, whose forthcoming documentary follows the ancient St. Cuthbert Pilgrimage Route…
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Episode 353: The Journey from Christmas to Epiphany: Christmas Continues with One Star, Three Kings | Rebecca Grabill
Fr. Edward Looney sits down with Rebecca Grabill to discuss her new children’s book, One Star, Three Kings: The Journey to Epiphany. Together, they explore…
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Episode 352: From Hallmark to Great American Family: A Catholic Couple Goes Viral Reviewing Christmas Movies with Mary and Jerry Lenaburg
Father Edward sits down with Mary and Jerry Lenaburg, the Catholic couple behind some of the most popular Christmas movie reviews on social media this year…
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Episode 351: Real Priests React to Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery with Fr. Scott Bailey
What happens when Hollywood calls a real priest for advice? In this episode, Fr. Edward is joined by Fr. Scott Bailey, who—quite unexpectedly—became a…
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Episode 350: Mary the New Woman: A Judeo-Christian Look at the Immaculate Conception with Diego Passadore
In this episode, Fr. Edward speaks with author Diego Pasadore about his new book Mary, the New Woman, a fresh Judeo-Christian exploration of the Immaculate…
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Episode 349: One Widow’s Journey Through Loss and the Holidays — with Wendy Forest
In this moving conversation, Fr. Edward Looney speaks with Wendy Forest, a widow who has walked a profound journey of grief, healing, and rediscovering hope…
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Episode 348: Monica Experienced a Healing in Lourdes
While studying abroad in Europe, Monica lived with chronic pain in her legs, knees, and feet—often relying on a cane, walking stick, or even a wheelchair…
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Episode 346: It’s Time to Meet the Catholic Miss Rachel — Mrs. Faith with Anthony and Tara Bonna
In this episode, Fr. Edward Looney sits down with his good friends Anthony and Tara Bonna, creators of Raising Saints TV. You’ll hear how one of Fr. Edward’s…
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Episode 346: Finally! A Catholic Story Bible Done Right – The Story of All Stories with Emily Chapman
Word on Fire has released a beautifully illustrated and excellently written Catholic Story Bible for young readers — The Story of All Stories by Emily Stimpson…
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Episode 345: Anthony DeStefano’s Spooky Catholic Story for Kids: All Hallows’ Eve
Author Anthony DeStefano joins Fr. Edward Looney to share a delightful and faith-filled take on Halloween through his newest children’s book, All Hallows’ Eve…
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Episode 344: What Cardinal Marc Ouellet Thinks About Synodality
Fr. Edward Looney speaks with Cardinal Marc Ouellet about his new book from Ignatius Press, Word, Sacrament, Charism. Their conversation explores a word that’s…
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Episode 343: Meet Kevin Matthews: The Radio Legend Behind the New Documentary Broken Mary | In Theaters Oct 7
In this episode of Hey Everybody, It’s Fr. Edward, Fr. Edward Looney welcomes radio legend Kevin Matthews, whose incredible journey is featured in the new…
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Episode 342: What to Expect from Bernadette The Musical in U.S. Theaters (Sept 28–29)
On September 28 & 29, 2025, Bernadette The Musical comes to U.S. theaters for a special two-day release. But how did this French production about St…
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Episode 341: A Priest & Influencer React to New Movie Bau: Artist at War (In Theaters Now)
Join Fr. Edward Looney and Liv Harrison as we react to the new movie Bau: Artist at War, now in theaters. Liv attended the film’s red carpet premiere and…
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Episode 340: Padre Pio Appeared to Mary O'Regan, Now She Shares Stories and Insights About the Saint
In this episode of Hey Everybody, It’s Fr. Edward, I speak with Mary O’Regan, author of the new Sophia Institute Press biography of Padre Pio. Mary shares the…
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Episode 339: Pope Leo’s Chicago Roots | Rob Kaczmark of Spirit Juice Studios on Faith, Film, and Catholic Art
In this episode, Fr. Edward Looney sits down with Rob Kaczmark, CEO of Spirit Juice Studios, to talk about his unique connection to Pope Leo XIII’s Chicago…
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Episode 338: Behind the Kolbe Film: Dr. Marcellino D’Ambrosio on New Movie Triumph of the Heart
In this episode, I talk with Dr. Marcellino D’Ambrosio, executive producer of the new Catholic film Triumph of the Heart and father of the film’s director…
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Episode 337: He Battled Fires and Culture: A Catholic Firefighter’s Story with Benjamin O'Brien
I sit down with Benjamin O’Brien, Catholic firefighter and author of The Proving Grounds: A Catholic on Ladder 17. In our conversation, Benjamin shares: 🔥 Why…
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Episode 336: Country Music Meets Catholicism: Bradley Banning’s Faith-Filled Songs
Country music and Catholicism come together in this inspiring episode of Hey Everybody, It’s Fr. Edward! Fr. Edward sits down with country music singer and…