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Rebuild My Church (Practically) | Kyle Hatfield | Episode #263

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 02:00:00 -0000

This week the BeatiDudes welcome Kyle Hatfield. He’s a husband, girl-dad of five, former Pines Catholic Camp director, and the Director of Engagement at the Catholic Leadership Institute (CLI). Between insane stories at the Tiny Table, Kyle shares a joy-filled journey from conversion and camp ministry to coaching pastors and bishops.

Kyle breaks down how CLI helps parishes move from vision to implementation. The "Tuesday-afternoon" stuff like prioritizing mission, delegating well, and caring for clergy with ongoing formation and wellness.

Highlights

• From The Pines to CLI: camp director during the pandemic to accompanying dioceses, pastors, and bishops

• Vision → Action: practical coaching so parishes actually live their mission

• Parish as “all souls within your boundaries”: an apostolic lens for leadership

• Marriage & family: 10 years, five daughters, and vocation > occupation

• The legendary 16-count slow clap and a rapid-fire joke round

If you care about parish life that truly evangelizes, this episode delivers practical wisdom wrapped in fraternity and fun. Kyle’s story shows how saying “yes” to God at camp, at home, and in leadership, turns big church dreams into real, local renewal.

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Habemus Infantem | JB Bionat | Episode #262

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes are at the studio with our brother Joseph “JB” Bionat, who just might be the most prepared (and unprepared) soon-to-be dad in Texas. JB is at the Tiny Table to share what it’s like standing on the threshold of fatherhood, with a baby due any minute.

Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein delve into JB’s first-ever diaper-changing adventure, the shock of discovering he and his wife, Caroline, were expecting just four months after their marriage, and the sacred blend of fear, joy, and awe that comes with preparing for life as a parent. Between “pregnant pauses,” discussions about Push Presents, and dreams of announcing “Habemus Baby” from the Vatican balcony, this conversation is equal parts comedy and holy anticipation.

To top it off, JB takes on the BeatiDudes’ New Dad Quiz, where snack diplomacy,car seat meltdowns, and romantic recovery scenarios test his readiness for fatherhood. Will he pass the test? Let’s just say smoothies and charcuterie boards might be his secret weapons.

Whether you’re a dad, a soon-to-be dad, or just love walking with brothers in Christ through life’s big transitions, this episode brings laughter, honesty, and encouragement. JB reminds us that fatherhood is both a gift and a calling, one that requires faith, humor, and fraternity.

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Marketing, Ministry, and Marriage | JB Bionat | Episode #261

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

This week the BeatiDudes - Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein -welcome JB Bionat, Marketing & Communications Director at St. Ann. JB shares a winsome conversion arc: cradle Catholic to questioning student, then a reasoned return to the Church through scripture study, history, and a lived encounter with Jesus. Along the way: Aggie hospitality, ministry in the workplace, late-night adoration, grad studies at UD, a stint at Word on Fire, and the joyful story of meeting his wife at St. Ann. We also “prep” JB for new-dad life with a hilariously helpful quiz and a round of Blessed Are the Joke Makers. Humor + holiness = home base.

Highlights

• Aggie roots - Hospitality that feels like home; why a random campus tour sealed the deal for Texas A&M.

• From rules to relationship - Bible study (Ephesians), Breakaway invites, and asking better questions about Jesus.

• Thinking it through - JB’s route from monotheism vs. polytheism to the historicity of the Church (“one true church founded by Christ”).

• Undivided life - Consulting career, witnessing with charity at work, and mid-week adoration near a client site.

• Formation season - Pandemic discernment → Master’s in Pastoral Ministry (UD) → Word on Fire Institute marketing → St. Ann.

• Love - Women’s Night of Worship, a camera, one providential photo, and a two-year courtship to marriage.

• New-Dad Readiness Quiz - Midnight snacks, diaper math in the Target parking lot, and the proper lullaby (hint: “Bohemian Rhapsody”).

• Game time - Blessed Are the Joke Makers - sour school-teacher edition.

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Heritage, Holiness, and Cheesy Hot Chocolate | Nico Cabrera | Episode #260

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Nico Cabrera joins Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein as he delves into the healing power of family, the beauty of choosing to grow, and why quality time together is what truly matters. From Colombian traditions (yes, cheese in hot chocolate and bananas with soup) to the sacred “movie moments” with nieces, to the case for showing up in person instead of living on Zoom, Nico threads humor, heritage, and holiness into a warm reflection on belonging. Along the way, we detour through pork-chop poetry, airport theme songs, and the working rule of family life: when you’re together, don’t look at the bill, look at the people.

Highlights

• “Choose to be better.” Nico shares how his parents’ decision to grow and heal reshaped the family’s trajectory, proof that humility and conversion change generational outcomes.

• Presence > platforms. Trust and creativity accelerate when we’re physically together; Zoom can maintain momentum, but real relationships are built across a table (or next to each other at 6 a.m. work sessions).

• Time turns holy. As parents age and siblings get married, mundane moments (sharing ice cream, chasing toddlers) become sacred snapshots.

• Colombian comfort: Try it before you knock it, melty mozzarella in thick hot chocolate, and sweet banana alongside hot soup

• Family finance rule: When you’re with your people, stop itemizing the joy.

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Rich & Wild | Nico Cabrera | Episode #259

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

At the tiny table, Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein welcome Nico Cabrera - a Colombian‑American Catholic whose path runs from teaching high school students, to leading worship on massive international stages, to building partnerships inside a fast‑paced cybersecurity startup.

This episode mixes humor (Zara cologne, “fat lips,” and the quest for a decent USA chant), culture (Spanish nicknames, rich family traditions, and Latin musical energy), and faith (music that exalts God, business that genuinely adds value, and choosing joy in each circumstance). Nico recalls playing right after the Pope at World Youth Day for 200,000+ people, reflects on being “rich and wild” in Spanish culture, and shares how Viktor Frankl’s insight - our freedom to choose a response - guides his work and prayer. The Dudes also attempt a color‑coded parody of I Will Survive…

Highlights & Takeaways

• From Colombia to the U.S.: early years, deep family bonds, and how American experiences shaped his worldview.

• Faith, family, and country: the three loves Nico says define his life.

• Music with a mission: forming EPIC the Band and leading Spanish worship at the National Eucharistic Congress (~50,000).

• World Youth Day story: playing on the main stage immediately after the Pope for 200,000–250,000 people in Panama.

• Business as service: a redeemed Catholic vision

• Choosing joy daily: channeling Viktor Frankl. We can’t always choose circumstances but can choose our response.

• Cultural laughter: affectionate Spanish nicknames, and why the USA chant needs work.

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Happy Accidents & Holy Encounters | Michael Greene | Episode #258

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

In this fun-filled episode, Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein welcome back Michael Greene, the “grandpa” from Grandma and Grandpa Camp and now officially dubbed the James Bond of Grandparents. Today’s conversation flows around powerful “God moments”, those surprising, providential times when the Lord shows up in unexpected ways.

Michael shares stories of houses that fell through (thankfully, thanks to termites and a title dispute), and how God sometimes needs to hit us with a 2x4 to get our attention. Michael unpacks how prayer and forgiveness have shaped his family through decades of life and marriage with his wife, Rosemary.

Together, the BeatiDudes and Michael explore when they feel closest to God, whether in early morning prayer, praying over a child during nightmares, or writing prayers directly into emails instead of just promising them.

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No Parents Allowed | Michael Greene | Episode #257

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

What happens when two intentional grandparents turn a simple idea into a decades-long family tradition?

Meet Michael Green, 80 years young, who, with his bride Rosemary, built “Grandma & Grandpa Camp,” a week of fun, formation, and cousin-to-cousin friendship that’s changed their entire family culture. From “I Wear Pink for Grandma” (a breast-cancer-survivor moment that will hit you right in the heart) to “non-negotiables” like high tea in a tux, outdoor movie night, and murder-mystery dinners, Michael shows the BeatiDudes how ordinary time, shared faithfully, becomes extraordinary grace. Along the way, we talk faith, Eucharistic reverence, Fulton Sheen, and why the rule “No Parents Allowed” might be the secret sauce to stronger generational bonds.

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The Eighth Continent | Evan Raugust | Episode #256

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Twenty-year-old Catholic YouTube strategist Evan Raugust is with the BeatiDudes to unpack his recent solo trip through the Holy Land, including places like Bethlehem’s cave, Nazareth’s streets, Golgotha’s stones, and the peaceful waters of the Sea of Galilee.

Evan shares how filming on pilgrimage deepened his faith, how he designs thumbnails and stories that reach millions, and why “vanity metrics” must stay in their place. Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein talk community, humility, and the Church’s mission on the “eighth continent”: the internet.

Highlights:

• Holy Land, handheld: Evan traveled solo by bus and foot to film the major sites of Jesus’ life, turning Scripture locations into lived reality.

• Expectation vs. reality: From beach trash along Galilee to Nazareth’s modern demographics, the surprise details made the Gospel feel even more human and immediate.

• Sea of Galilee moment: In loneliness and awe, Evan experienced God’s protection, seeing Peter’s rescue as present tense, not past.

• Community matters: The comment box brings prayer requests, testimonies, and real relationships, proof the internet is a place for mission, not just a tool.

• Why film elevates memory: Editing forces deep reflection, turning travel into testimony that others can actually enter.

Key Takeaways

• Pilgrimage reframes Scripture as a specific place and time, and that concreteness strengthens faith.

• Creative discipline (clear hook, visual contrast, tight narrative) is how beauty meets reach.

• Numbers serve mission; they don’t define worth. Keep virtue ahead of virality.

• The Church’s digital mission works best when creators ask for prayer, accountability, and community.

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YouTube Strategist Dropping Knowledge | Evan Raugust | Episode #255

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

At the tiny table, hosts Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein welcome Evan Raugust, a 20-year-old Catholic YouTuber and strategist who has already built a reputation for helping channels grow with focus, clarity, and positivity. Evan shares how he left Las Vegas for Dallas, why he locked himself in a room to study thousands of videos, and how he approaches YouTube as both an art and a science. His story moves from a Calvary Chapel upbringing to full reception into the Catholic Church in 2023, showing how faith and media can intersect with purpose.

Episode Highlights:

• Roots & Relocation - Leaving the transient culture of Vegas for the Catholic vibrancy of Dallas.

• The YouTube Grind - Three weeks of intense study produced insights into “view caps” and “view floors.”

• Confidence & Conversion - From doubting himself to becoming Catholic, Evan shares the inner journey behind the metrics.

• Positivity Over Rage - Why encouraging, uplifting content builds loyal audiences that last.

• Borrowing Formats - Applying proven video strategies from secular niches to evangelize in the Christian space.

• Respect for All Faiths - Engaging Protestants, Muslims, Hindus, and more with curiosity.

• 100K Milestone - Live subscriber counts tick upward as the conversation unfolds.

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Witness > Words | Mike Pacer | Episode #254

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Mike Pacer is with the BeatiDudes to talk about the gritty, grace-filled reality of Catholic marriage and fatherhood. From why kids actually want boundaries to how husbands can shift from praying “next to” to praying “with” their wives, Mike lays out a hopeful, practical path: witness first, build a shared spirituality, make joy a decision, and apologize quickly.

Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein laugh their way through Ignatian holy water, Latin(ish) dad jokes, and a peek behind the scenes of 5 Stones’ work with the Eucharistic Congress.

Top Takeaways

· Witness > Words: Your kids imitate what you do before they believe what you say.

· Love = Willing the Good: Love isn’t a butterfly; it’s a choice repeated daily, especially when it costs you.

· Pray Together, Not Just “Next To”: Stop forcing your spouse into your style; discover a shared spirituality through dialogue and humility.

· Boundaries Are Love: Discipline that trains, not shames.

· Entrance Prayer: Before you walk in the door, pause and pray because your primary vocation is waiting at home.

· Joy on Purpose: Temperaments differ, but joy can be a decision in service of love.

· Own It Fast: The quickest way to lead at home? Admit faults and apologize to your wife and your kids.

Practical Challenge (Do This Today)

· Text of Blessing: Send your wife a simple, sincere note, no agenda, just love.

· Hidden Service: Do one chore she’ll never notice… because you did it before it became a burden.

· Couple Prayer Plan: Choose one shared devotion for the week (e.g., Divine Mercy Chaplet in the car; a decade after dinner; or a bedtime psalm).

· Driveway Pause: Say a short prayer in the car before entering the house.

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Just Leave: Trusting His Call | Mike Pacer | Episode #253

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0000

What happens when a trial lawyer hears God tell him to “just leave”?

In this powerful and joy-filled conversation, Mike Pacer shares his remarkable journey from the courtroom to Catholic ministry, publishing, and ultimately the founding of 5 Stones, a powerhouse partner for some of the world's top Catholic apostolates.

Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein dive deep into:

- The story behind 5 Stones and how its five core services empower evangelization.

- Mike’s book “Prayers for Catholic Men” and why prayer is both structure and surrender.

- Honest talk about spiritual dryness, discernment, and trusting God when consolations fade.

- The balance of humility and leadership in building faith-filled workplaces.

- A hilariously improvised round of Blessed Are the Joke Makers (complete with a Father Mike Schmitz impersonation).

From arm-rubbing mix-ups in Salt Lake City to authentic lessons on faith, fatherhood, and business, this episode captures the BeatiDudes blend of comedy and Catholic conviction.

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The Chapel Story that Only God Could Write | John Egan | Episode #252

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein welcome John Egan to share one of the most remarkable stories of faith, redemption, and the unexpected ways God works through ordinary efforts.

John recounts his time as director of The Pines Catholic Camp in East Texas, where the dream of building an air-conditioned chapel, against all odds, turned into more than just a construction project. With limited funds, relentless faith, and the help of staff, family, and alumni, John and his wife literally helped build a church from the ground up.

But the story didn’t end there. Through a providential connection with the foreman “Buddy,” a man whose personal struggles and redemption journey would culminate in an unexpected conversion, the chapel became the site of healing, grace, and even Buddy’s funeral Mass. The conversation highlights themes of perseverance, family reconciliation, sacramental grace, and God’s relentless pursuit of each soul.

The heart of this BeatiDudes’ episode is a testimony to how God works through ordinary efforts to create extraordinary grace. Whether you’ve ever hammered a nail for a parish project or simply wondered if God can redeem the broken parts of our stories, this episode will leave you inspired and grateful for the ways the Spirit shows up when we say “yes.”

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Faith and Joy at Work | John Egan | Episode #251

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

There is no better way to launch Season 6 of The BeatiDudes than to spend quality time at the tiny table with our longtime friend, youth minister, camp director, and culture-builder, John Egan.

This episode blends laughter, faith, and leadership lessons as John shares his winding journey from childhood commercials in New York, seminary life, youth ministry, The Pines Catholic Camp, and eventually into executive leadership at Lucid Private Offices. Along the way, Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, Jeff Schiefelbein, and John explore:

• John’s childhood modeling gigs, his quick detour through seminary, and how ministry prepared him for business leadership.

• Years spent at The Pines Catholic Camp, living faith with family and showing young people what authentic Catholic marriage looks like.

• Faith in the Secular Workplace: How to bring joy, prayer, and servant leadership into a for-profit setting without compromise.

• Culture That Sticks: Building a team where people *want* to come to work

• Humor Meets Holiness: From Ghostbusters nicknames to “snap snap snap” applause, the BeatiDudes keep the joy flowing while grounding the conversation in Christ and community.

John’s story reminds us that where you work matters, not just for productivity but for people. Whether leading at camp, selling cars with integrity, or shaping culture in business, he models how faith and joy overflow when Christ is the true foundation.

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Lead with Prayer | Ryan Skoog | Episode #250

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

For our 250th episode (and the close of Season Five!), the BeatiDudes welcome Ryan Skoog, co-author of Lead with Prayer, for a conversation that weaves together humor, holiness, and the heart of true leadership.

In this milestone episode, Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein sit with Ryan to explore how prayer is not a checklist or productivity hack, it’s the lifeblood of friendship with Jesus. From global church leaders in war zones to billionaires in Manhattan, Ryan shares how the Holy Spirit leads disciples across the world into strikingly similar prayer practices.

Together, we dive into:
- Why friendship is the foundation of every authentic prayer life.
- The difference between “a prayer time” and crafting “a day with God.”
- The power of prayer in the darkest valleys, from demonic nightmares to devastating business collapse, and how Christ’s presence transforms suffering into blessing.
- The invitation to humility: prayer as the posture of “I need You, Lord.”

This episode is both a celebration of 250 shows and a challenge to humble ourselves, waste time with Jesus, and discover the miracle of prayer as friendship.

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Miracle Moments from the Himalayas to Your Heart | Ryan Skoog | Episode #249

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Ryan Skoog brings stories from the front lines, war zones, Himalayan villages, and places where the gospel has never been heard, revealing the incredible ways God is still moving like the Book of Acts. From Roman coliseum jokes to jaw-dropping miracle stories, the BeatiDudes is a wild blend of humor, faith, and holy boldness.

You’ll hear:

· Miracles in modern times: healings, mass baptisms, and freedom from demonic oppression.

· The “three UNS” of mission: unsafe, unreached, and unresourced, and why Ryan’s team runs toward them.

· Doing it afraid: how fear doesn’t vanish, but courage steps forward anyway.

· The power of the name of Jesus—in both spiritual warfare and daily life.

· The global prayer movement: lessons from leaders on six continents fueling the spread of the Gospel.

Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein bring their signature mix of quick wit and deep faith as they guide Ryan’s powerful testimonies, sprinkling in improv games, honest reflections, and plenty of laughs. Along the way, we get a crash course in Russian prison-to-church redemption, cave cobras, WhatsApp healings, and the unexpected joy of blessing others especially when they least expect it.

This episode will leave you inspired to take the “governor” off your prayers, stand against darkness, and live with a reckless trust in God’s promises.

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The Art of Discipline, the Freedom of Faith | Garret Hines | Episode #248

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Artist and iconographer Garret Hines shares the winding, grace-filled journey that brought his family home to the Catholic faith. In this heartfelt and often humorous conversation with the BeatiDudes, Garret opens up about:

How a retreat for men shattered his resistance to children and ignited a call to mission
Moving his family to Southeast Asia and the spiritual abuse that sent them back to the States
Wrestling with Catholic teaching, praying to the saints in secret, and debating Father Mike Schmitz (in his head)
Why the Eucharist was the hinge on which everything turned
How discipline in art mirrors freedom in faith

Whether you’re an artist, a seeker, or simply curious about the mysterious beauty of the Catholic faith, Garret’s story that he shares with Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein is an invitation to trust God with the leap of faith even when you can’t see the landing.

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Icons are Prayed Not Painted | Garret Hines | Episode #247

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes welcome Garret Hines, artist, teacher, and iconographer, for a colorful conversation that flows from camping trips and Make-A-Wish moments to the painstaking beauty of egg tempera icons.

Garret shares his journey from creative burnout to spiritual renewal through sacred art. He explains the prayerful process behind "writing" an icon, why traditional techniques still matter, and how each commissioned piece becomes a custom prayer for its recipient.

Of course, it wouldn’t be The BeatiDudes without Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein detouring into Frodo jokes, Dr Pepper ice cream tastings, and Thor references. You’ll hear about the 24-karat gold halos, the theology embedded in brushstrokes, and the joy of seeing beauty draw people deeper into faith.

If you’ve ever wondered why icons are called “written” instead of “painted,” or what happens when you mix a prayer with egg yolk and ground stone, this episode will pull back the curtain, or rather, open the window into heaven.

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July catch-up: RV camping, Rome adventures, Make-A-Wish magic, and bobblehead promo videos
Garret's journey: from watercolor experiments to Eastern-style iconography
Why each icon is a prayer in pigment, not just an image
How art can help the faithful "see" scripture and the beauty of the faith

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Incurable is Just a Dare | Jack Beers | Episode #246

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

In this robust conversation, Jack Beers shares his deeply personal journey of overcoming a devastating Crohn’s disease diagnosis and the heroic, faith-fueled love of his mother that changed everything.

With raw honesty and spiritual depth, Jack reflects on the influence of St. John Paul II and Viktor Frankl in shaping his understanding of suffering, identity, and personal transformation. His story is not one of miraculous healing, but of interior renewal, choosing a new story, a new song, and a new self, even when nothing externally seemed to change.

The BeatiDudes explore:

How every choice shapes your soul, shrinking or expanding it
The impact of Jack’s mother’s fierce love and prophetic challenge
Why “incurable” is not a declaration, but a dare
Drawing meaning from suffering through love, service, and attitude
What forgiveness bracelets have to do with Jack’s journey
How to co-create your future self with God, even in an ordinary job

This episode with Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein is rich with insight, encouragement, and practical wisdom for anyone navigating difficulty, doubt, or disillusionment. It’s a masterclass in personalism, discipleship, and hope in action.

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Beating Burnout with Brotherhood | Jack Beers | Episode #245

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

In this unforgettable episode of The BeatiDudes, the Dudes are joined by Jack Beers, founder of The Catholic Mentor and the Integrated Life Foundation. What begins with a hysterical airport story involving a 4-year-old’s surprise ‘hug’ quickly turns into a deeply meaningful conversation about priestly burnout, spiritual direction, and the urgent need for emotional support in the Catholic Church.
Jack shares how his journey led him to become a certified Catholic mentor, trained in the principles of personalism and integrated human formation. He dives into the powerful work of supporting priests through daily, faithful accompaniment and why it matters now more than ever. Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein also explore Jack’s passion for baseball, his roots in New Jersey, and a few unconventional gifts from Cracker Barrel, including a yodeling pickle.
This episode balances side-splitting laughter with soul-stirring wisdom. Whether you’re a priest, parent, or just someone trying to make sense of life’s ‘wobble,’ this conversation offers clarity, encouragement, and holy humor.

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Raising Saints, Fences, and Pigs | Jason Craig | Episode #244

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0000

What happens when a Catholic dad moves his family to a homestead and starts learning theology through pigs, fences, and parables? In this laugh-filled episode, the BeatiDudes welcome Jason Craig, author, farmer, and founder of Fraternus, for a deep and humorous exploration of farm life, fatherhood, and the faith lessons that emerge from both.

From cow returns and donkey escapes to the spiritual logic of agrarian living, Jason reflects on how working the land with his children has transformed his family and made space to encounter God in the rhythms of nature. Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein also share outrageous stories about animal chaos, DIY fence failures, and Jason’s failed attempt to launch a yogurt empire.

And yes, they do try to reenact biblical parables with mixed results.

Highlights:

· Why suburban life stifles spiritual formation

· How building a fence beats reading a progress report

· The theology of milk cows, pigs, and daily labor

· Parable reenactments gone hilariously wrong

· The hidden beauty of a farm-based family economy

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Why Youth Ministry Might Never Work | Jason Craig | Episode #243

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 16:17:00 -0000

In this thought-provoking and hilarious episode of The BeatiDudes, Jason Craig joins Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein for a bold discussion on youth ministry, manhood, and reclaiming authentic fraternity in the Church.

Jason, co-founder of Fraternus and editor of Sword & Spade magazine, doesn’t shy away from controversy as he challenges the current models of youth ministry, compares modern formation to beekeeping, and calls men to take seriously their role in raising the next generation. From the invention of adolescence to rites of passage, Jason dives deep into the need for male mentorship, the failures of youth culture, and why it's time to stop wearing cargo shorts.

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The Power of One Word – Christ | Jerry Sullivan | Episode #242

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes welcome back Jerry Sullivan, a legendary portfolio manager, quick-witted New Yorker, and devoted Catholic husband and father. After a compelling conversation on finance and excellence in his first episode, this follow-up dives into the heart of community, calling, and Christ.

Jerry shares what led his family to move from Boston to Dallas, how they found a deep-rooted Catholic community, and why he believes intentional living is worth the cost. Along the way, Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, Jeff Schiefelbein, and Jerry unpack neighborhood coincidences, regional accents, plane seat politics, and a few well-placed finance jokes.

When asked to offer one word of encouragement to men seeking holiness, Jerry’s answer is as simple as it is profound: Christ.

This episode is equal parts laughter and legacy, as Jerry reminds us that faith, family, and friendship are what carry us home.

Highlights:

• Jerry's relocation journey from Boston to Texas and the role of Catholic community in that decision

• The "divine coincidence" of his new neighbor’s Brooklyn roots

• Insights on parenting, men's groups, and professional excellence

• The power of speaking the name of Jesus as a prayer

• The value of humility, humor, and showing up for others

Questions to Reflect On:

• What does it look like to build a life intentionally rooted in Christ and community?

• How can we encourage others to pursue holiness at every age and stage of life?

• When’s the last time you simply spoke the name of Jesus in prayer?

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Hungry, Humble, and Holy | Jerry Sullivan | Episode #241

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Buckle up, buttercup – we're going 4K with portfolio management legend Jerry Sullivan! This week, the BeatiDudes sit down with the man who runs the #1 performing mutual fund out of over 650 competitors (yes, you read that right). But don't worry, Jerry's humility is thicker than his Boston accent.

From taking calls on live TV shows like CNBC's Squawk Box to learning the ropes under the legendary Peter Lynch at Fidelity, Jerry shares the "scrappy" investment philosophy that's made him a Wall Street standout. Spoiler alert: it's not about being the smartest guy in the room – it's about being the hungriest.

But this isn't just another finance bro flexing his portfolio returns. Jerry opens up about his journey from a Brooklyn baptism at St. Ephraim Church (which his grandfather helped build!) to finding his calling through Opus Dei in college. We dive deep into how his Irish mother's fearless faith – jumping on a boat at 20 to cross the ocean with nothing but grit - shaped his approach to both investing and living.

The BeatiDudes explore Jerry's daily commitment to Mass, his monthly men's group in Boston's financial district (complete with coffee, crumpets, and Christ), and how sanctifying your work life isn't just spiritual fluff – it might actually make you better at your job. Who knew holiness and hedge funds could go hand in hand?

Plus, we get treated to Jerry's Irish prayers, hear about the time Peter Lynch bought millions in European stocks based on Jerry's summer research, and discover why the hungriest candidates always beat the smartest ones. Oh, and Jeff attempts to speak "Hollish" in our game segment – you'll have to hear it to believe it.

This is religious fraternity meets financial wisdom, with just enough Irish blessing to keep things interesting. See you at the old Barney Stone with Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein.

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Don’t Be the Hero, Lead Like Christ | Kurt Klement | Episode #240

Fri, 18 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes continue their conversation with Kurt Klement, a seasoned Catholic leader passionate about evangelization, parish renewal, and servant leadership. If Monday’s episode laid the groundwork for rethinking how we “do church,” this one explores how to live leadership in ministry, the workplace, and family life.

Kurt shares his unexpected journey from a self-described “easygoing floater” to a dynamic leader responsible for thousands of teens, volunteers, and parishioners. But more than just a story of rising through the ranks, Kurt opens up about the interior transformation required to lead with impact and how learning to care about others' experience of you is essential to becoming the kind of leader God calls us to be.

Through hilarious banter between Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, Jeff Schiefelbein, and Kurt Klement (yes, there’s a Seraphim facepalm reference), as well as profound spiritual insight and practical examples, this episode delves into what authentic leadership looks like when grounded in humility, curiosity, and intentional accompaniment.

Key Takeaways:

• Why impact matters more than intention in leadership

• The difference between positional power and influence

• How Catholic Social Teaching offers a blueprint for modern leadership

• What it means to empower others as “hero-makers” rather than heroes

• Why weekly one-on-ones might be the most transformative tool in ministry or business

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Radical Receptivity | Kurt Klement | Episode #239

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Kurt Klement, the executive director of Divine Renovation and a longtime Catholic missionary in the Diocese of Dallas, joins the BeatiDudes – Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein. Kurt shares a behind-the-scenes look at what it means to walk alongside others, whether through mission trips, street ministry, or formation in daily life.

Kurt opens up about his journey from a high school retreat conversion to leading mission experiences across borders and zip codes. From the heat of West Texas to the chill of Czech pubs, he’s seen that missionary work isn’t about distance traveled, it’s about intentional presence and radical receptivity to God’s call.

The Dudes and Kurt dive into:

• How real transformation starts with accompaniment, not agendas

• Why spiritual growth happens when you're uncomfortable

• The tension between planning for your ministry needs and letting God interrupt your calendar

• Leading with humility in a world obsessed with hustle

• How to foster “missionary eyes” in your everyday routine

This episode will inspire you to live as a missionary disciple, whether you’re crossing oceans or just crossing the street.

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Parenting is a Pilgrimage | Joseph Rodriguez | Episode #238

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0000

In this heartfelt and hilarious episode of The BeatiDudes, we welcome back Joseph Rodriguez—husband, father, pilgrim, and founder of Vocatio Travel. The Dudes pick up where they left off, diving deeper into Joseph’s family life, his journey through early fatherhood, and the holy (and often hilarious) chaos that comes with raising little saints-in-training.

From pandemic wedding plans and DIY honeymoons to balancing work and diaper duty, Joseph shares how he and his wife surrendered their family plans to God and found unexpected beauty in the mess. With two boys, a third child on the way, and a calling to bring families closer to God through pilgrimages, Joseph reflects on how justice, love, and humility are transforming his fatherhood one “toe knuckle” at a time.

This episode touches on:

- Parenting through a pilgrimage mindset

- Discipline vs. prideful correction

- What justice really means in the home

- Custom pilgrimages for kids based on their namesakes

- Irish toe knuckles, two birthdays, and other delightful detours

Join Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein as they blend holy wisdom with belly laughs, bringing you another memorable episode for Christian men striving to live beatitude-fueled lives.

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God’s Love is Tailor-Made: Vocatio Travel | Joseph Rodriguez | Episode #237

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes welcome Joseph Rodriguez, a former theology teacher turned pilgrimage trailblazer and founder of Vocatio Travel. Joseph shares the story of a taco fundraiser that nearly ended with a $20,000 personal debt before launching a global travel agency.

Through stories of seminary shuffles, Irish rock bands, World Youth Day surprises, and Holy Land culture shock, Joseph brings to life the profound spiritual value of pilgrimage and the beautiful chaos that often accompanies it. Together, Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein join Joseph to unpack the spiritual DNA of travel, the meaning behind Vocatio’s mission, and how tailor-made hospitality reflects the love of the Father.

Highlights:

• The origin story of Vocatio: From a high school snack stand to a global pilgrimage agency.

• Joseph’s theology classroom turned into a taco-and-Oreo sales hub.

• The seminary sorting-basket system that sent Joseph to Ireland.

• The surprising power of a first Holy Land trip at age 14.

• Why tailor-made pilgrimages reflect God's personal love.

Joseph’s Wisdom Drop:

“The point of pilgrimage is not to escape reality-but to live in it rightly. When you realize heaven is your final destination, everything else starts to fall into place.”

The Young and The Holy | Armando Parrish | Episode #236

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 11:58:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes go behind the scenes with Armando Parrish, a college student, nonprofit founder, and the youngest guest in BeatiDudes history. Armando shares about his joyful disposition and how a chaotic household of seven siblings, a saintly theology teacher, and a faithful friendship gone sour all worked together to shape his faith-forward worldview.

Armando keeps it real as he shares about his family and his not-so-glamorous road to holiness, which involved teenage party culture and a spiritual gut-punch in junior year theology class.

And yes, he’s still single. The BeatiDudes reveal that they are willing to broker a $10,000 prayer Zoom call with Armando to fund Project Lorenzo, with a modest transaction fee to support the Dudes as well.

Highlights:

• The truth about growing up with 6 siblings and not knowing how many step/half/ex-bonus brothers you have

• How junior year theology and a teacher named Mrs. Meehan helped Armando face his fear of confession

• “Holiness is attractive." How a broken friendship with a faithful friend inspired a spiritual reawakening

Whatever You Did for the Least of These... | Armando Parrish | Episode #235

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes welcome their youngest guest ever: the wildly impressive Armando Parrish, a University of Texas student already changing the world with a heart full of fire and a nonprofit to match.

From a childhood friendship with a homeless artist named Lorenzo to launching Project Lorenzo, Armando shares how love, community, and creative courage sparked a mission that’s inspiring Dallas and beyond.

This episode includes a UT trivia battle, powerful reflections on homelessness, and the origins of the Mercy Bag. Armando offers a firsthand look at serving with dignity, organizing community-based compassion, and dreaming big for the Kingdom.

Can Armando possibly beat Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein in a completely unfair trivia game?

Highlights:

• Armando’s founding of Project Lorenzo while still in high school

• Why he believes true transformation begins with encounter and community

• The dream behind “Hope Haven,” a 3D-printed tiny-home village for the unhoused

• A memorable UT trivia game with just a hint of chaos

• New language for service: shifting from 'the homeless' to 'those experiencing homelessness'

Armando’s Wisdom Drop:

“Experiencing homelessness is not an identity - it’s a circumstance. And we’re called to meet people where they are.”

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Ever Ancient, Ever New | Fr. John Paul Kern, O.P. | Episode #234

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes - Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein - enter sacred territory with Fr. John Paul Kern, a Dominican Friar from New York City. Broadcasting once again from Catholics at the Shore, we dig deep into the heart of identity, the trials of discernment, and the peace that comes only from total surrender to God.

Fr. John Paul shares his vocation story, his thoughts on monastic community, and the real cost of saying “yes” to God. It’s a conversation that swings from Notre Dame dorm-room conversions to monastery silence, from struggles with pride to joyful humility. Oh, and Jeff totally forgets what question he was asking (again).

Highlights:

• “A priest’s job is to get out of the way so the faithful can encounter Christ.”

• The danger of identity confusion in today’s world - and how the monastery offers clarity.

• Father’s advice for men discerning: “Listen, then move. Stop chasing certainty.”

Fr. John Paul’s Wisdom Drop:

“The more we receive who we are from God, the less we feel the need to define it for ourselves.”

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Darth Vader, Ronald Reagan & 79 Grandkids: Meet Lou | Lou Massett | Episode #233

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein are back at Catholics at the Shore, and this time we stumbled upon the one-and-only Lou Massett, a pro-life warrior with a heart bigger than Jersey. Lou shares his inspiring journey from Star Wars nerd and Ronald Reagan impersonator to his powerful work with Students for Life of America.

In an episode packed with wisdom and laughter, Lou opens up about:

- How his dad’s pilgrimage to Fatima set the stage for 79 grandkids (yes, you read that right!)

- What Students for Life is doing to raise up the next generation of pro-life heroes

- The heartbreak and hope surrounding chemical abortion and loneliness

- Why cultural renewal starts at home—and with humor

Add in a Blessed Are the Joke Makers battle, Ronald Reagan raps, and a storm that literally flipped the lights on during a Holy Spirit moment, and you’ve got vintage BeatiDudes magic.

🪑 Highlights:

• “We are the talent pipeline for the pro-life movement.”

• “Less logos, more impact.”

• “We’re living in a world that has forgotten the sense of the sacred.”

💬 Lou’s Wisdom Drop:

“Life is a gift. God doesn’t give your kids to you all at once — it’s like training for a marathon. And I wouldn’t trade one of mine for the world."

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Jersey Shore GTL - Glorifying The Lord | Isaac Sanford | Episode #232

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes coming at you straight from the Jersey Shore, and it's time to GTL: Glorify The Lord.

In this very special episode, we’re joined by our good friend Isaac Sanford, Director of Development at the St. Paul Center. Isaac shares heartfelt wisdom on parenting, marriage, and how to keep your prayer life alive when you’re juggling four little kids, a major capital campaign, and surprise Eucharistic processions through the streets of Stone Harbor with Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein.

Together, we unpack:

- How the St. Paul Center builds biblical literacy and lights up hearts with Scripture

- What it’s like to balance work, travel, and being Dad of the Year

- A behind-the-scenes look at the most epic, last-minute Eucharistic procession this side of the Atlantic

- The beauty of offering up suffering and why real community matters

Plus: BeatiDude socks sightings, GTL jokes, and a Blessed Are the Joke Makers round that involves ding-dong insults and Olympic-level improv under Eucharistic weight training.

🪑 Highlights:

• Glorify the Lord: Gym, Tan, Laundry, Eucharist.

• Isaac on parenting: “The easiest part is having a wife who’s a saint.”

• A real-time mayoral green light for a spontaneous Eucharistic procession 🕊️

• Jeff: “Suffering is where God, me, and my family are the only things that matter.”

💬 Isaac’s Wisdom Drop: “Being comfortable being yourself is a tremendous part of the journey."

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From Status and Stock Price to Complete Surrender | Barry Rowan | Episode #231

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes recorded live at the 2025 Young Catholic Professionals National Conference with Barry Rowan, a seasoned executive whose resume includes transforming billion-dollar companies — and whose soul was transformed by something far greater: the voice of God in silence.

From contemplating monastic life to navigating Wall Street, Barry’s story is a powerful reminder that your interior life is your most important asset. He shares how the Lord redirected his ambitions, reshaped his identity, and rewrote the definition of success — from status and stock price to service and surrender.

Spoiler: it involves divine nudges, silent retreats, and even the time Barry asked his wife if they should give everything away. (Yeah, she loved that conversation.) Barry’s marriage advice brought great wisdom to Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein.

🪑 Highlights & Takeaways:

• Barry’s transformation from a Wall Street warrior to a warrior of the heart.

• The spiritual practice of silence and why it’s not just for monks.

• The journey of integrating faith, business, and family into one undivided life.

• “God’s not asking for your performance — He’s asking for your presence.”

💬 Barry's Wisdom Drop:

“When we stop striving for significance, we can finally become significant in God’s eyes.”

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Branding The Zone at Kyle Field | Brandon Coleman Jr. | Episode #230

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Hold onto your Howdy hats—Brandon Coleman Jr. is back with Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein, and this episode is 100% certified Good Bull. If you’ve ever wondered how a tennis-playing “dumb jock” became a branding genius with Aggieland in his DNA, this one’s for you.

Brandon takes us deep into the heart of Texas A&M tradition, from heartfelt stories about Reveille’s resting place to how he led the end zone branding at Kyle Field – The Zone. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, and you’ll probably hear about a koala outbreak (you had to be there). More importantly, you’ll be reminded of what makes Aggie culture—and Christian brotherhood—so powerful.

This episode tackles:

- Brandon’s transformation from athlete to advertising ace, thanks to *Bewitched* 🧙‍♀️

- The behind-the-scenes story of “The Zone” at Kyle Field 🏟️

- Emotional memories from the Bonfire tragedy and the healing that followed ❤️‍🩹

- Aggie traditions, humor, and humility—plus a few unauthorized construction site visits 🦺

This show is a certified love letter to Aggieland, a masterclass in brand loyalty, and a powerful reminder that community, legacy, and faith go hand-in-hand.

🙏 Memorable Quote:

“Texas A&M is a small school in a big setting… and a small but beautiful example on earth of what heaven's gonna be like.” – Brandon Coleman Jr.

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BRAND-ON for Christ | Brandon Coleman Jr. | Episode #229

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0000

🎧 Episode Summary:

Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein — sit down with branding expert, author, and Texas Aggie Brandon Coleman Jr. for a hilarious and insightful conversation that covers everything from brand alignment to grandparenting strategies. With wisdom, humor, and a whole lot of Aggie spirit, Brandon unpacks how “a brand is a promise wrapped in a delivery” — and why that’s as true for your family as it is for your business.

🪑 Key Moments:

✅ Brandon’s definition of a brand: a promise that meets reality.

✅ The incredible story of Santa’s Wonderland — from dusty cowboy shootouts to a $35 million Texas Christmas empire.

✅ Jeff’s rebrand as Jeff Incarcerated and Paul’s “fashionable belly button.”

✅ The Adventures of Champ and Honey — Brandon’s grandparenting brand that’s winning over hearts (and wills!).

✅ Brandon’s powerful story of faith in business — how a near-collapse turned into a 167% growth miracle, all by listening to God.

💡 Episode Highlights:

• “There’s no finish line for brand alignment.”

• “Holiness is a competition—run so as to win it!”

• “If Jesus Christ is your CEO, you’ll kill it.”

• Brandon’s reminder: Grandparenting isn’t just autopilot mode — it requires intentional branding effort.

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• A copy of his book “Brand On” (an Amazon bestseller and a must-read for entrepreneurs and grandparenting strategists alike!).

• A crash course in “grandparent brand alignment” that left the Dudes speechless (for once).

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Fraternity & Friends in Low Places | Rich Todd | Episode #228

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein welcome back Rich Todd, the dynamic

co-founder of Innovest, for a conversation that spans from karaoke ballads and

Catholic hot tubs to the power of spiritual brotherhood. Rich shares how his

involvement in the Catholic CEOs group, Legatus, completely reshaped his life

and his family’s trajectory, revealing the quiet power of friendship and faith.

🪑 Key Moments:

✅ Rich shares how Legatus became more than just a networking

group — it’s a spiritual formation that shaped his family and career.

✅ The BeatiDudes discover how Rich and his wife Joanie have

become powerful mentors in their community, drawing others closer to the faith.

✅ A lively discussion about the role of confession, daily

Rosary, and Eucharistic adoration in Rich’s life (and in the corporate world!).

✅ Rich gives a great endorsement for “Endow,” a group for

Catholic women that helped his wife Joanie deepen her faith.

✅ The Dudes riff on karaoke, steak dinners, and who really

rules the Denver chapter!

💡 Episode Highlights:

• Rich’s personal witness: “We didn’t consciously decide to

change — it just happened through amazing people around us.”

• How spiritual formation and “the average of your five

closest friends” go hand-in-hand.

• Paul’s reminder: “We’re called to have a well-formed

conscience, which sometimes means having friends who call you higher.”

• Jeff’s karaoke debut and the Dudes’ comedic banter about

the real reason Paul always looks so judgy.

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your faith journey? Take a moment this week to thank them, pray for them, and

be that same light for someone else.

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Investing God’s Money | Rich Todd | Episode #227

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Have you ever been asked to set aside your Christian beliefs and morals in the workplace? That happened to our BeatiDudes guest more than 28 years ago, and he eventually said to himself, “Enough is enough.”

Rich Todd, CEO and Co-Founder of Innovest Portfolio Solutions, joins Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein for a hot topic discussion at the Tiny Table.

Rich has more than 38 years of experience in investment consulting and currently provides consulting services to institutions and families. Innovest has more than 400 clients with assets of $50 billion under advisement, 61 employees, and 21 partners. Rich holds a degree in Business Finance from Western Colorado University.

Rich has been a frequent author on fiduciary and investment-related matters. He has been a columnist for the Denver Business Journal and published in Financial Advisor Magazine, Journal of Compensation and Benefits, Pensions & Investments, Accounting Today, Chief Executive, Family Office Magazine, and PLANSPONSOR, among others. Additionally, Rich has been a guest lecturer at conferences nationwide.

Rich is a member of Colorado Concern, an organization of influential Colorado CEOs dedicated to enhancing and protecting the state's business climate. Rich is a member of the Board of Trustees at Western Colorado University and the former President of Legatus of Colorado. He also holds a position on the Board of Trustees for John Paul the Great High School.

Rich is a member of the Philanthropy Roundtable and on the Board of Regents for the Augustine Institute. Rich serves on the Presidential Advisory Council for the Fellowship of University College Students (FOCUS). Rich was also a member of the Arrupe Jesuit High School Board of Trustees.

Rich and his wife Joanie have been married for nearly 40 years, and have two children, Alex and Reagan, and two grandchildren, Sofia Rose, and James Todd.

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She Crushes the Head of the Serpent | John Singleton | Episode #226

Fri, 30 May 2025 09:00:00 -0000

John Singleton is back at the Tiny Table for humor, holiness, and a hero's reflection on our Mother Mary. John is especially drawn to the image and idea of Mary and her ability to crush the evil one.

John is the author and publisher of The Meaning of Mount St. Mary’s, a coffee table book on the history and ethos of Mount St. Mary’s University.

For listeners who love playing TBD (aka The BeatiDudes Question of the Day), this episode promises a power punch of pontification you’ll surely enjoy.

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Mount St. Mary’s | John Singleton | Episode #225

Mon, 26 May 2025 09:00:00 -0000

John Singleton authored and published The Meaning of Mount St. Mary’s, a coffee table book on the history and ethos of Mount St. Mary’s University. He joins BeatiDudes Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein for a reflection on the greatness of his alma mater and the role that Mary has played in his life.

This episode is full of humor and holiness, providing laughter, spiritual insights, and the authentic fraternity you expect with The BeatiDudes.

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The Divine Comedy Sculpture Garden | Tim Schmalz | Episode #224

Fri, 23 May 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Celebrated Catholic sculptor Timothy Schmalz is back on The BeatiDudes to discuss his sculptural interpretation of Dante’s Divine Comedy. To honor and celebrate the 700th anniversary of Dante Alighieri’s death, Timothy Schmalz has created sculptures of each of the 100 cantos of the Divine Comedy.

This collection of sculptures narrating the Divine Comedy acts as a visual introduction to what is considered one of the greatest poems in Western society.

For over thirty years, Catholic sculptor Tim Schmalz has been visually translating sacred scripture and creating spiritual artwork through his bronze sculptures. Tim believes that sculpture is just the skin that covers an idea, a belief, and a truth. As an artist, he is dedicated to making this skin as thin and transparent as possible, so the art does not get in the way of what is being expressed. After being frustrated by the games within the art community, Tim turned his focus to scripture, saints, and the life of Jesus.

Over the past few decades, Tim has created some powerful representations of Christianity and several landmark, complex public bronze sculptures. Cast editions of his life-size bronze sculptures have been installed in major cities in front of some of the most historically significant Christian sites in the world, including Capernaum, the Vatican, and Florence.

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Homeless Jesus | Tim Schmalz | Episode #223

Mon, 19 May 2025 09:00:00 -0000

For over thirty years, Catholic sculptor Tim Schmalz has been visually translating sacred scripture and creating spiritual artwork through his bronze sculptures. Tim shares the details of his journey and looks ahead with The BeatiDudes, including Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein.

Tim believes that sculpture is just the skin that covers an idea, a belief, and a truth. As an artist, he is dedicated to making this skin as thin and transparent as possible, so the art does not get in the way of what is being expressed. After being frustrated by the games within the art community, Tim turned his focus to scripture, saints, and the life of Jesus.

In recent years, he has collaborated directly with the Vatican to create sculptures that highlight spiritual concerns in our modern world.

The Homeless Jesus, one of his most famous works, brings Jesus down from the cross and into a relatable human context that allows people to feel a greater closeness with Christ.

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God, Give Me A Sign | Kelly Halaszyn | Episode #222

Fri, 16 May 2025 13:00:00 -0000

After an incredible childhood, Kelly Halaszyn experienced the painful loss of his father on December 12, 2001. Facing this trial at the start of high school led Kelly to search for answers and beg God for a sign from above that his father was okay.

Little did he know that the consoling comments of a Deacon, coupled with the Our Lady of Guadalupe holy card found in Kelly’s new car, would lead him to trust and follow God’s will for the rest of his life. In a moment of divine providence, Kelly realized that Mary was with him throughout the struggles and that Christ had never stopped pursuing him.

Kelly’s story will touch your heart and open your eyes to the signs of God’s love in your own life, just as it did for Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein.

Kelly Halaszyn is the Senior Director of Development for the Diocese of Dallas.

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Manifest Diocese | Kelly Halaszyn | Episode #221

Mon, 12 May 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Kelly Halaszyn, Senior Director for the Diocese of Dallas, crams into the Tiny Table with Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein for an on-air BeatiDudes adventure.

Halaszyn (which might mean - it is Polish) has been in Dallas since 2016 and considers himself blessed to serve the Most Reverend Bishop Burns.

Born and raised in Houston, Texas, Kelly grew up in Catholic education and attended Strake Jesuit. From there, he continued his higher education at St. Louis University. After graduating, he moved back to Houston and gained his first experience in fundraising while working for the Epilepsy Foundation.

Through various career moves, including a development role at The Dallas Symphony Orchestra and alumni relations at Strake Jesuit, Kelly ultimately landed his current role with the Diocese of Dallas in 2020. The Diocese of Dallas serves approximately 1.4 million Catholics across its nine-county area, and it is continuing to grow thanks to Kelly and his teammates in the Development office.

To give generously to and learn more about the Diocese of Dallas, visit www.DallasCatholic.Org

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God is Speaking | Fr. Paul Michael | Episode #220

Fri, 09 May 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Have you ever heard a message from God that was so palpable that you knew He was speaking to you directly? Join Father Paul-Michael Piega and The BeatiDudes, Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein, for this storytelling bonus episode, which spotlights specific times when God spoke to these men.

Father Piega is an ordained priest serving the Roman Catholic Diocese of Austin, Texas. He is the Pastor of St. Patrick Catholic Church and is currently serving as a Diocesan Master of Ceremonies, is a member of the Diocesan Liturgical Commission, serves on the Diocese of Austin Vocation Team, is a member of the Diocesan Catholic School Advisory Board, provides talks, conferences and speaking events, and lastly enjoys building with Lego bricks!

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Formative, Fun-Loving, Fighting Texas Aggie Priest | Fr. Paul-Michael Piega | Episode #219

Mon, 05 May 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Father Paul-Michael Piega proves that you can simultaneously be a BeatiDude and a thriving young priest. Fr. Piega joins Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein for a dynamic dialogue that details his discernment while displaying the hallmark fraternity of the BeatiDudes.

Fr. Piega was born in Queens, New York, and lived there from the age of eight until he and his family moved to Texas. After graduating from Rowlett High School, Fr. Piega pursued pre-medical studies at Texas A&M University, where he initially began with a major in Biology. After a deep reversion experience in his sophomore year by attending a silent retreat during spring break, he fell back in love with his Catholic faith. He began to discern a vocation towards the priesthood. Fr. Piega graduated from Texas A&M University with a degree in Psychology and a minor in Business Administration, where shortly thereafter he entered the seminary. He is an alumnus of St. Joseph Seminary College in St. Benedict, Louisiana, and the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome, Italy, where he received a Bachelors in Philosophy and Theology respectively. He then studied at the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross and acquired a licentiate degree in the Sacred Liturgy and also studied at the Pontifical North American College in Rome.

Father Piega is an ordained priest and is in service to the Roman Catholic Diocese of Austin, Texas. He is the Pastor of St. Patrick Catholic Church and is currently serving as a Diocesan Master of Ceremonies, is a member of the Diocesan Liturgical Commission, serves on the Diocese of Austin Vocation Team, is a member of the Diocesan Catholic School Advisory Board, provides talks, conferences and speaking events, and lastly enjoys building with Lego bricks!

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Paul has 1.2 Million Downloads (and counting) | The Bookmarked Podcast | Episode #218

Fri, 02 May 2025 09:00:00 -0000

The Tiny Table gets a first-time shuffle as BeatiDudes co-host Paul Kolker becomes the esteemed guest for this episode hosted by Nick Bezner and Jeff Schiefelbein.

Paul is the host of an incredibly popular series called the Bookmarked Podcast. On Bookmarked, Paul brings children’s books to life through his voice acting talents and improv skills. Each character from these classic children's books jumps off the page through a whole cadre of voices that normally stay trapped in Paul's head.

At the start of the worldwide shutdown years ago, Paul was determined to use his joy-filled energy to ignite a flame of inspiration in the hearts and minds of little humans and their families. Bookmarked is an incredible resource for parents of small children and elementary school teachers.

Paul hasn’t recorded a new episode of Bookmarked in two years, but the show still receives tens of thousands of downloads each month, for a total of over 1.2 million downloads since its initial launch. You can jump online now to check out Paul’s rendition of over 80 popular children’s books and then share, like, and smush that subscribe button.

And now, the team that brought you The BeatiDudes is excited to announce a revitalization of Bookmarked with new episodes dropping every week starting in June 2025.

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Monty and the All Mighty | Monty Bennett | Episode #217

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Monty Bennett, CEO of Ashford Inc., brings his leadership wisdom and energy to an incredible conversation with The BeatiDudes.

Ashford Inc. is a leading provider of asset management and other services to companies primarily within the hospitality industry. Monty grew up in the world of hotels and learned about the hospitality industry from a young age. Through his work with hundreds of hotels, Monty has experienced all the opportunities and obstacles of the hotel industry, including the struggles caused during and after the pandemic.

Monty has an identical twin brother who created Christian Union, a ministry for Ivy League schools. Unlike his brother, Monty’s faith journey has come in waves, with periods of great focus, then some breaks, and always a strong return to faith as the guide. Monty has been reinvigorated as a father, raising his kids to be strong in their faith. His children are each memorizing at least 100 Bible verses by the time they graduate from high school.

Monty has been a lifelong advocate of civic engagement, especially for children and educational equality. He takes pride in giving back to the Dallas-Fort Worth community. In addition to his business work, Bennett also publishes the Dallas Express, which covers various news in the city.

Monty Bennett, Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein discuss the joys of fatherhood and Monty's journey raising a son with Down Syndrome. With a strong involvement in civic initiatives, Monty encourages people to get involved in the public sphere and stand strong for what they believe is right.

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The Spiritual Campfire | Greg Price | Episode #216

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Greg Price, aka Eagle, is back in the BeatiDudes studio. Greg is the Camp Director of The Pines Catholic Camp, a summer camp and retreat center in Big Sandy, Texas.

In this Friday episode, Grep Price, Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein spend time around the spiritual campfire and share in campfire Q&A.

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Get to Know Jesus at The Pines Catholic Camp | Greg Price | Episode #215

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Greg Price, better known as Eagle to his campers and staff, joins The BeatiDudes for a proverbial nature walk and campfire discussion about The Pines Catholic Camp.

The Pines Catholic Camp gives youth the strength and momentum they need to continue their faith journey and to help them foster healthy vocations. As a result of an experience at The Pines, campers return home with a desire to live joyfully and to confidently build the Kingdom of God. In addition to the summer programs for youth, this thirty-six-year-old camp offers a variety of other experiences year-round for families, private groups, and more.

The mission of The Pines is to empower every camper and staff member to encounter God and to live their faith with joy and confidence through distinctly Catholic camp ministry built on faith formation and fellowship, and set within the beauty of God’s creation.

In this episode you will also learn about the experiences that Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein each had at The Pines, separately.

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Season Four Episode Opener Mash-Up | Episode #214

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0000

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Reclaiming Masculinity Through Trial, Training, & Mentorship | Johnny Kuplack | Episode #213

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Johnny Kuplack is running across America for God.

Literally.

Johnny popped into The BeatiDudes studio during the Via Magna, a pilgrimage during which he runs 35 miles daily for 100 consecutive days, while living out of a campervan on funds donated by like-minded Christians. His journey began on January 18th as he exited the Pacific Ocean, dried off, and started his first run. The pilgrimage will end at the shrine of the North American Martyrs on Divine Mercy Sunday.

Having logged 25 miles for the day with 10 more to go, Johnny goes deep with Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein at the Tiny Table and brings the truth that men need to hear. The pilgrimage raises awareness about Sebaste, a nonprofit that Johnny and his friend Jeremy launched to build faith, virtue, and leadership among men.

Through their work in various institutions, schools, and leadership roles, founders Johnny and Jeremy realized that masculine identity in the modern age is at a crisis point. The idea of what a man should be is subject to distortion, misrepresentation, and explicit attack.

To answer this need, Jeremy and Johnny created Sebaste. They started mentoring young men in the heart of the desert of New Mexico - a place of challenge, silence, and transformative exposure.

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Blessed are the Peace Makers | Sam Sorich | Episode #212

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0000

In a great rebound from the contentious Monday appearance of Sam Sorich, The BeatiDudes come back to the Tiny Table for a round of incredible questions and games. Starting with 101 Conversations for Couples (or Co-Hosts), Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein have a great dialogue with Sam and then play Blessed are the Joke Makers.

In addition to directing the new documentary “Things Hidden: The Life and Legacy of René Girard,” Sam was also a director for one of the 8BEATS, an edgy production of films based on the 8 Beatitudes.

Born from the Catholic Creatives Summit, 8BEATS gathered Catholic artists to work together on a series of short films. Each film is inspired by one of the Beatitudes. Sam produced Seau De Sang based on “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God”. You can watch the short films at 8BeatsMovie.com.

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Podcast Drama and Mimetic Desire | Sam Sorich | Episode #211

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Sam Sorich, director of the new documentary “Things Hidden: The Life and Legacy of René Girard,” dives into the deep end with The BeatiDudes to discuss mimetic desire, philosophy, and the pursuit of truth.

Sorich’s exploration of René Girard began in college, during a time when he was deconstructing his faith and grappling with whether to embrace Christianity or dismiss it. Driven by his encounters with Girard’s works, Sorich began developing a documentary in 2016, embarking on a cross-country odyssey in his van to interview key figures in the philosopher’s sphere. The film is now available to view on YouTube.

Hold your breath for this one, as the guest is met with philosophical debates by Paul Kolker, intrigue and interest by Nick Bezner, and a cage match with Jeff Schiefelbein.

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Courage, Friendship, Sacrifice, Absurdity | Bill Phillips | Episode #210

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Straight out of Gettysburg, Bill Phillips joins the BeatiDudes for Round 2 of his exciting visit to the Tiny Table.

Bill is the co-founder and executive producer for Coronation Media, a video production company specializing in animation, documentary, and narrative content. Founded in 2012, Coronation is an ever-evolving team of artists dedicated to creating meaningful, independent, and branded content.

Coronation recently launched Firebreaker, a new exhilarating audio drama that takes the audience on an adventure of courage, friendship, and sacrifice. Firebreaker is a retelling of the legend of George and the Dragon, a story that has inspired generations. With audio acting by David Henrie and Elizabeth Tabish, Firebreaker is a next-level production. The series is available for free on Spotify, Apple, and Amazon.

Firebreaker is just the start for the new work and productions coming from Coronation Media. From comic books to feature films, Coronation Media is poised for growth.

Thank you to Bill Phillips for fulfilling the Straight Absurd Dynamic with Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein.

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Crown the Good with Coronation Media | Bill Phillips | Episode #209

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Draw out the beauty in the ordinary with Coronation Media’s Co-Founder and Executive Producer, Bill Phillips.

Bill left his Gettysburg address to join The BeatiDudes, Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein, at the Tiny Table in Vatican Valley. He recalls his journey, including the major life events that were put into motion during his time at Mount St. Mary’s University in Emmitsburg, Maryland, where he studied Theology and Psychology with a minor in fine arts.

Although he did not choose the college for religious reasons, Bill began to deepen his commitment to his faith during his time there. Through his roommate, Gary Gasse, the other Co-Founder of Coronation Media, Bill’s faith was also strengthened, preparing him for the struggles and the joys that would come during those years.

After Bill’s mother was diagnosed with cancer during his undergrad time, he began an intellectual conversion of faith by joining RCIA and reading the Catechism from cover to cover. At the end of his time at Mount St. Mary’s, Bill found his faith, his career, and his wife.

The episode has a surprise ending where each of The BeatiDudes is given one shot to get hired by Bill after pitching new cartoon ideas.

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SING OF THE GOODNESS OF GOD | DCYC 2025 | Episode #208

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes complete their live recordings from the 2025 Dallas Catholic Youth Conference (DCYC) with moments of reflection and a powerful impromptu song. DCYC is an annual conference where high school students across the Diocese of Dallas gather for the weekend to encounter Jesus. This is the second visit to DCYC for BeatiDudes Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein.

The first guest is Adrian, who is at DCYC for the third time. The youngest of five kids, Adrian enjoys hearing the testimonies most when at the conference. He is a junior in high school and involved at St. Paul’s and St. Thomas Aquinas.

The final guest of the conference is Mally Holleman, a former NET missionary and current sophomore at the University of Dallas. NET Ministries is a foundational program for young people to share their faith. NET stands for National Evangelization Teams, although it is truly international, as Mally’s first year with the team was spent in Scotland.

Mally closes the show by surprising the Dudes with an a cappella performance of the song “Goodness of God.”

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Orthodox Catholic Hip Hop Rap Artist | Oscar Rivera @ DCYC 2025 | Episode #207

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Coming at you from the Amen Corner of the 2025 Dallas Catholic Youth Conference (DCYC), Oscar Rivera joins the BeatiDudes at the traveling tiny table. As the emcee of DCYC, Oscar is the common thread between every speaker at the conference.

A New York Mets and Las Vegas Raiders fan, Oscar Rivera was raised in the inner city of Waterbury, Connecticut, and was taught early on how to be a survivor. His method of avoiding the streets and its promises, became the art of Hip Hop (or Hip-Hop Rap if you’re Jeff). Oscar takes his knowledge of the faith and inspires youth and young adults through his music, talks, retreats, and personal testimony. His life has been devoted to the New Evangelization of the Gospel and his upbeat contemporary approach to the good news has made the message easy to understand, follow, and relate to. Christianity is not boring, and Oscar does not intend to be either.

Oscar leaves Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein with something powerful as he urges adults to wake up and show the youth that they have a purpose in the Church right now, not later.

You can find Oscar on social media and his podcast, Ave Spotlight, which drops weekly.

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Peace Catapults at the Youth Conference | DCYC 2025 | Episode #206

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein are back for the second time at the Dallas Catholic Youth Conference. Their first visitor is Anthony Gerhart, the Director of Marketing of Lucid Private Offices. After a hilarious exchange about arm candy and marriage and a win for Jeff in Blessed Are the Joke Makers, the BeatiDudes have a returning BeatiDudette join! Sophie Acuna, the Junior High School Ministry at All Saints Catholic Community, shares about her peace sign catapults.

The Dallas Catholic Youth Conference is an opportunity for high school students across the Diocese of Dallas to gather for one weekend to encounter Jesus. The weekend provides opportunities for high schoolers to dive deeper into their faith through prayer (Mass, Adoration, Worship, etc.), hear talks from national and local speakers, and experience the Catholic community present in Dallas.

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Corazón Puro, PURE HEART | Fr. Augustino Torres @ DCYC 2025 | Episode #205

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes were invited back for another year at the Dallas Catholic Youth Conference, where Fr. Augustino Torres, CFR, leaves the mainstage to visit with Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein.

Fr. Augustino is a priest with the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal and co-founder of Corazón Puro. Fr. Augustino is also the principal author of REAL Formation, an enculturated Confirmation program produced by Corazón Puro. In addition to his writing and leadership roles, he serves as a retreat guide, spiritual director, and an international youth and young adult speaker.

Fr. Augustino shares his childhood journey of growing up in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas and eventually living in the New York area as part of his religious vocation. He shares the message from his keynote address at the conference and how excited he is to see all the kids fired up for their faith.

The Dallas Catholic Youth Conference is an annual event for high school students across the Diocese of Dallas to encounter Jesus. The weekend provides opportunities for high schoolers to dive deeper into their faith through prayer (Mass, Adoration, Worship, etc.), talks from national and local speakers, and experiencing the Catholic community present in Dallas. Teens are invited to deepen their relationship with Jesus through powerful speakers, high-energy praise and worship music, vibrant liturgies, recreation, Reconciliation, and Adoration.

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Superhero and Super-Marriage | Steven Thomas | Episode #204

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Steven Thomas, author of Catholic Joe: Superhero, is back with Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein to talk about the beauty of marriage.

After the sadness of his parents’ divorce when he was young, Steven’s heart was galvanized to fight for marriage. He has been married for 34 years and has eight living children. Steven wrote Catholic Joe: Superhero to show the beauty of marriage and make the Church more inviting. His advice for men, married or not, is to turn to St Joseph, follow the church teachings, and pray the family rosary.

Catholic Joe is the first book in the series. Lieutenant General Joseph Salvatore, husband and father of a large family, is a man’s man. At age 48, he is still considered one of the deadliest men on the planet, able to kill an enemy with his bare hands and with the same hands tenderly caress his wife and children. Joe brings this same lethal intensity as he fights to save his youngest brother's marriage. In fighting for his brother, Joe, later deemed Catholic Joe by a reporter, uncovers corruption in the government and his church.

During this bonus episode, The BeatiDudes and Steven Thomas declare that “thou shall consider every kid a miracle” before taking an unexpected call from a former BeatiDudes Super-Guest, Fr. Ken Geraci.

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CATHOLIC JOE: Superhero | Steven Thomas | Episode #203

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Steven Thomas, author of Catholic Joe: Superhero, flew down to escape the chill of Chicago and enter the eleven-degree weather of Dallas. Steven “Stephen” Thomas came to kick it with the BeatiDudes in between writing sessions for the next book in the series.

Steven Thomas is a serial entrepreneur who has started many culture-changing companies and apostolates. Steven was given the grace to complete Catholic Joe after walking across the country with a small group of men. They traversed over 4,500 grueling miles in the form of a cross over the US, praying for God’s mercy and favor on the country and the Church.

Don’t miss Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein do a dramatic reading from Catholic Joe and workshop the 10 Command-o-ments with Steven Thomas.

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Good Homilies Matter | Bishop Gregory Kelly | Episode #202

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Bishop Greg Kelly, the newly installed 5th Bishop of the Diocese of Tyler, joins BeatiDudes Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein again for this bonus episode about homilies.

Bishop Greg Kelly was ordained to the priesthood in 1982. Throughout his life, he listened to many boring homilies, and he longed to deliver something better. When the Institute for Homiletics opened its doors in Dallas in 2021, Bishop Kelly was among the first to enroll.

The Institute for Homiletics, a collaboration between the University of Dallas and the Catholic Foundation, was founded to renew preaching in the Catholic Church. The Institute believes that preaching should bring the people of God into an encounter with the living God.

Likewise, the Institute for Religiously Funny Podcasts has blessed the work of The BeatiDudes for successfully combining humor and holiness in every episode of the show.

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The 5th Bishop of Tyler | Bishop Greg Kelly | Episode #201

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0000

The 5th Bishop of the Diocese of Tyler and longtime friend of The BeatiDudes, Bishop Greg Kelly, joined the BeatiDudes just weeks before his installation to share his gratitude, joy, and excitement. His focus included a message of timeless wisdom to always find Christ and keep our eyes on Him.

Bishop Greg Kelly is a native of Iowa and grew up in Colorado Springs, Colorado. In 1976, he arrived in Dallas. He studied for the priesthood in Holy Trinity Seminary at the University of Dallas in Irving and was ordained to the priesthood in 1982. He served as parochial vicar at All Saints in Dallas, Chaplain at the University of Dallas in Irving, and pastor at St. Gabriel the Archangel Parish in McKinney. He was ordained as auxiliary bishop of Dallas on February 11, 2016, and resided at Holy Trinity Seminary in Irving.

In December 2024, Bishop Greg Kelly received word that Pope Francis wanted him to be the Bishop of the Diocese of Tyler, only 100 miles East of Dallas. When he received this news, he responded, “If the Holy Father wants me to do this, then that’s what I’ll do.” Bishop Kelly was installed as the 5th Bishop of the Diocese of Tyler on February 24th, 2025, the 30th anniversary of the diocese's inauguration.

There is no better guest to serve as the start of BeatiDudes Season 5 than the 5th Bishop of Tyler. Join Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein in celebrating this exciting time for the Church and praying for Bishop Kelly’s new flock.

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Medical Miracles | Dr. Robert Collins | Episode #200

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Do you believe in miracles?

Dr. Robert Collins joins Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein for miracle stories found at the intersection of prayer and medicine.

Dr. Robert experienced the power of prayer when his son had major surgery on a tumor that was on his spine. Inspired and supported by past patients and faithful friends, Dr. Collins and his wife felt a cloud of prayers as they waited through their son’s procedure.

Healing is much broader than we could ever imagine, so be sure that your work is always under the influence of prayer.

Robert H. Collins Jr., M.D., FACP, is a Professor of Internal Medicine at UT Southwestern Medical Center and a member of its Division of Hematology and Oncology. He serves as Director of the Hematologic Malignancies and Cellular Therapy Program and the Combined Adult/Pediatric Stem Cell Transplant Program.

A recognized leader in the field of adoptive immunotherapy and molecular-targeted therapy, Dr. Collins specializes in hematologic malignancies, including leukemia, lymphoma, and myelodysplastic syndrome. Dr. Collins earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine. He completed an internal medicine residency at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, as well as a fellowship in hematology and oncology at the University of California Los Angeles. Board-certified in internal medicine and medical oncology, Dr. Collins has 35 years of experience in bone marrow transplantation and has participated in some 3,000 autologous and allogeneic transplants.

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A Doctor’s Faith Healed by Patients | Dr. Robert Collins | Episode #199

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Robert H. Collins Jr., M.D., FACP, is a Professor of Internal Medicine at UT Southwestern Medical Center and a member of its Division of Hematology and Oncology, joins the BeatiDudes, a highly qualified group of businessists and improvasationalsts. How appropriate that this episode was recorded on the World Day of Healing as Dr. Collins shares how his patients healed his faith.

The youngest and only boy of four siblings, Dr. Collins grew up in St. Louis. Raised Baptist, Dr. Collins began questioning Christianity and left his faith completely as a teenager. Dr. Collins completed a six-year medical school program at the University of Missouri-Kansas City before meeting his wife, Lynn, in Texas while at Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas.

Early in his career, Dr. Collins served his patients well but mentally viewed them as cases. Then, as he continued expanding his knowledge of medicine and science, he thought, “Isn’t this just a little too amazing to have just happened?” This moment changed his life, and it put him on a new path of exploration and research. Being guided by the Holy Spirit, he read his way to Christianity and experienced his way to Catholicism. He was affected by his patients and the books he was reading, including Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis.

Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, Jeff Schiefelbein, and Dr. Robert Collins end the show by testing their knowledge in a quiz of medical terms versus made-up terms.

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Pilgrims of Hope | Mathew Zeik | Episode #198

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Matthew Zeik, a 5th-grade teacher at The Highlands School in Irving, Texas, has been blessed with the opportunity to go on many Marian pilgrimages. In this bonus episode, Mr. Zeik shares his experience visiting Medjugorje, a Marian devotion site in Bosnia.

As pilgrims of hope in this jubilee year, the BeatiDudes each share their top pilgrimage choice. Paul Kolker wishes to go to Fatima, Nick Bezner to Poland, Jeff Schiefelbein to Rwanda, and Matthew Zeik to the Holy Land.

Please pray to hear where God is calling you and for Mr. Zeik’s pilgrimage to Fatima.

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Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grade Teacher | Mathew Zeik | Episode #197

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Matthew Zeik is a 5th-grade teacher at The Highlands School in Irving, Texas, where six of the BeatiDudes’ kids attend. Mr. Zeik takes his spot at the tiny table during Catholic Schools Week to share his love for teaching and his unique pathway to get there.

After entering a minor seminary at thirteen years old, Mr. Zeik spent more than half his life pursuing a religious vocation before discerning his exit. During his time at the seminary, he had the opportunity to work in schools, and he loved it. He discovered his passion for Catholic education and decided to pursue teaching. Twenty years later, he still teaches with the same enthusiasm and spark as when he started.

Mr. Zeik grew up in St. Louis and is the second oldest of eleven kids. After meeting his wife, Estela, the couple moved to Naples, Florida for work. Several kids and a move to California later, they finally made their way to Texas. Being an equal distance away from family in Mexico and St. Louis makes Dallas the perfect home for their family during this chapter of life.

The show finishes with a great game of “Are you smarter than a 5th grader?” so grab a pen and play along with Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, Jeff Schiefelbein, and Mr. Matthew Zeik.

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Holy Spirit You Are Welcome Here | Chris Blackwell | Episode #196

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 08:30:00 -0000

Chris Blackwell, a fellow parishioner at St Ann’s with The BeatiDudes and faculty member at Cistercian Preparatory School, joins Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein to share the Holy Spirit moment that changed his life.

In this episode, Chris talks about a life-changing experience he had at St Ann’s Holy Spirit 101. During the retreat, he heard God say, “Just let me love you,” and began to feel ecstatic joy. His life has been forever changed, and he is now actively attentive to the Holy Spirit.

Chris and his wife live in Irving with their five kids - Canon, Felicity, Rocky, Zellie, and Kolbe. Make sure to watch this episode to catch Chris’ Superman shirt reveal.

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Chris Blackwell Doesn’t Know a Stranger | Chris Blackwell | Episode #195

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 08:30:00 -0000

Chris Blackwell, a fellow parishioner at St Ann’s with The BeatiDudes and faculty member at Cistercian Preparatory School, joins Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Schiefelbein for some good old-fashioned fraternity.

Chris serves as the Director of College Counseling at Cistercian, where he starts working with students in eighth grade to prepare them to apply for college. His best advice for high school students - - your grades matter. At Cistercian, every class is taught at the advanced honors level, where students learn how to process the foundations of the information to apply in various situations.

Chris is a BeatiDudes superfan who listens to each episode of The BeatiDudes immediately after they are released at 4:00 am. As a sign of appreciation for his support, the two Chris Blackwell episodes are being released at 3:30 am.

Test your BeatiDudes superfan knowledge with Chris as he takes the Ultimate Quiz to finish the show!

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Verso Jobs Dot Com| Joe Dunikoski | Episode #194

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Joe Dunikoski, a serial starter, returns to The Tiny Table with BeatiDudes Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein to talk about his new company launch, Verso Jobs.

This new platform helps people find jobs where they can fulfill their potential. Through a series of bite-sized case study questions that are gamified to showcase the hiring process, job seekers and hiring managers can find the perfect match without relying on a personal network.

The name comes from the words of soon-to-be-canonized Bl. Giorgio Frassati, who wrote “Verso l’Alto,” meaning “to the heights.”

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Forum 56 at The University of Dallas | Joe Dunikoski | Episode #193

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Joe Dunikoski, co-founder of Forum 56, is a perfect example of how work is good and where you do it matters. Benefiting from corporate matchmaking, Joe launched his career with Lucid Private Offices, which houses the BeatiDudes studio, five and a half years ago. He started in sales and now works in data and digital marketing for the company at 23.

Joe graduated from the University of Dallas in 2023. During college, Joe co-founded Forum 56, a professional development organization that helps liberal arts students. The name is inspired by the Roman Forum, the birthplace of industry, and 1956, the year the University of Dallas was founded. The organization's purpose is to help these students learn the hard skills and limit the amount of “catch-up” they need when beginning their careers in the real world. The real beauty of Forum 56 comes from the corporate connections and human relationships formed.

Join Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, Jeff Schiefelbein, and Joe Dunikoski as they predict the 2025 College Football National Championship, what to pack for camp, and all things Lucid Private Offices.

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Chill Out, It’s Just Chili’s | Logan O’Brien | Episode #192

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Logan O’Brian, Passing Game Coordinator for the Southlake Carroll Dragons, talks all things dating with Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein. This episode includes many nuggets of wisdom and a great game of conversation starters for couples… or cohosts.

Logan is blessed to be married to Taylor, co-founder of Candid Dating. Candid Dating is a virtual speed dating platform for Catholics looking to skip the swipe and get some face time.

Housed on the web, users sign up for speed dates and get the opportunity to talk to people in real-time. If they make a connection, and it’s mutual, they can connect further after the date. Candid promotes the intentionality of dating and brings back old-school courtship using new-school tech.

The BeatiDudes and Logan discuss the realities of dating for young people today and encourage the youths to learn about themselves through the dating process.

Use Candid; it can’t hurt - and neither can talk to a girl. You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take, so get in those reps.

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DATING GAME COORDINATOR | Logan O’Brien | Episode #191

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Logan O’Brien, Passing Game Coordinator for the Southlake Carroll Dragons, shares the highs and lows of high school football coaching with The BeatiDudes.

Logan grew up playing football in San Angelo, Texas. As a junior, he helped his team snap a 21-game losing streak that season. After eight straight losses to start the year, they won the season's final two games. Logan then led the Bobcats to the first of nine straight playoff berths his senior season in 2010, including the program's first playoff win since 2006.

After high school, Logan played for Eastern New Mexico University, scoring a critical touchdown to win the coveted Wagon Wheel trophy against West Texas A&M.

Logan met his future wife, Taylor, at Quarterback Ranch, where he made his first flirting attempt in front of her dad and brother by asking, “Can I take your trash?” Although that might not have been the winning line, the courting continued, and the couple married in 2022. Taylor founded Candid Dating, a virtual speed dating platform for Catholics looking to skip the swipe and get some face time.

As a coach, Logan focuses on a potential player’s competitiveness, effort, and toughness, both physical and mental. In addition to coaching football in the fall and track in the spring, Logan also teaches Environmental Systems.

Join Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, Jeff Schiefelbein, and Logan O’Brien as they imagine an improv conversation leading into the upcoming season. After experiencing this show, you’ll know that the key to being a successful Passing Game Coordinator is much more than telling the players to catch the ball.

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GIG ‘EM & GOD BLESS | Carson Weber | Episode #190

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Carson Weber, founder of On Fire Media, joins The BeatiDudes for a Fightin’ Texas Aggie Catholic bonus episode.

During his early college years, Carson enjoyed the time and energy he invested in many of the student organizations and volunteer opportunities that Texas A&M University offered. While that time was enjoyable, he found his calling and made deep connections with new friends through the St. Mary’s Catholic Center.

Hearing the incredible preaching of Fr. Michael Sis (now Bishop Sis) and getting involved with the various ministries available, including Aggie Awakening, set Carson’s life on a new course that would include a lifetime of Catechesis and evangelization.

Texas A&M has one of the largest student bodies in the nation, with over 70,000 currently enrolled. About one-quarter of the students at Texas A&M identify as Catholic, and most of them are on fire, living their faith boldly every day. It is no wonder that St. Mary’s continues to churn out seminarians, religious sisters, Bishops, and new Catholic companies and apostolates. The movement of the spirit through St. Mary’s launches Aggie Catholics to live their vocations and proclaim the Gospel regardless of where their careers take them next.

Take a trip down memory lane and enjoy the Aggieland reflections of co-hosts Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein with their special guest, Carson Weber.

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God Loves You, and Barbara Morgan Has a Plan for Your Life | Carson Weber | Episode #189 | Carson Weber | Episode #189

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Carson Weber, founder of On Fire Media, discovered a way to work for the Church without working for the Church. Through his team’s branding expertise and focus on helping mission-driven companies, Carson has answered the call to catechesis.

After graduating from Texas A&M University, Carson felt a calling in his heart. He wanted to spend more of his life studying and growing closer to Christ. This discernment led Carson to Franciscan University in Steubenville, Ohio, to work with Dr. Scott Hahn and earn his Master of Arts in Theology & Christian Ministry with an emphasis in Catechetic Theology.

While at Franciscan, Carson learned that “God loves you, and Barbara Morgan has a plan for your life.” Upon meeting Barbara, Carson realized he was called to a life of catechesis. He also met his wife while working with Barbara. Five kids later, the Weber family credits the Holy Spirit working through Barbara for many of the great things in their lives.

In 2012, Carson resigned from his diocesan position to pursue his entrepreneurial dream of working full-time from home to be more present as a husband and father to his growing family. He founded On Fire Media, a web development and digital marketing agency that serves commercial and non-profit entities, including Catholic parishes, ministries, and schools, through CatholicWebsite.com.

This show was almost a bust due to technical issues, but thankfully, former BeatiDudes guest Alex Trevino saved the day and allowed Carson Weber to share his heart and his journey with Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein.

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He GOTS Us | Stephen Henley | Episode #188

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Stephen Henley, President of Legatus, gives the BeatiDudes inside access to learn more about his formation, faith journey, and family. Stephen is the youngest of seven kids, having five brothers and one sister. Now, as a father to six kids, he is raising a family that is almost the opposite of his childhood, with five girls and one boy.

Stephen and his wife Krista had a whirlwind start to marriage, including his deployment and stories of a college final exam while Krista was in active labor. The wild stories led to incredible blessings named Ava, Shamus, Ainsley, Ana, McKenzie, and Maeve, who now enjoy family dinners where they typically share their “high, low, and God moment” with each meal.

Stephen’s life reflects the truth that “God gives you opportunities when you give him your fiat.” Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein couldn’t agree more.

When it comes to our Lord and Savior, He GOTS us.

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God’s Marine Reporting for Duty | Stephen Henley | Episode #187

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Ever a professional, the dandy-dressed Stephen Henley joins the BeatiDudes, Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein, to talk about the journey of his life on the way to becoming the president of Legatus.

Stephen spent two and a half years discerning the priesthood with the Legionaries of Christ, where he wrote his vocation story – aptly titled, God’s Marine. After discerning out of the seminar, the military theme continued, and Stephen joined the Marine Corps.

During his time in the reserves, Stephen ended up in Florida, which proved to be an essential stop in his journey. Not only did he meet his wife during his time in the Sunshine State, but he also started his professional career by working at Ave Maria University. Like Legatus, Ave Maria was also started by Catholic business hero Tom Monaghan.

Tom Monaghan founded Domino’s Pizza after being raised in orphanages and accidentally joining the Marine Corps. With much business and professional success, Tom searched for a place for executives to gather for Christ. After an impactful encounter with Saint Pope John Paul II, Tom was inspired to launch Legatus. In Latin, Legatus means ambassador, and that is exactly what Tom was promoting for Presidents, CEOs, and their spouses to become - Ambassadors for God.

Stephen’s working relationship with Tom stemmed from a period when Tom required a driver while recovering from wrist surgery. Twenty years later, Stephen is now the President of Legatus.

Legatus has 90 chapters across North America and is continuing to expand with new, more domestic and international chapters on the horizon. The purpose of Legatus is to study, live, and spread the Catholic faith in the personal, business, and professional lives of executives and their spouses.

Stephen and his wife have six children and happily reside in Michigan.

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God is in the Present Moment | Fr. John Bayer, O.Cist. | Episode #186

Fri, 10 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Earlier in life, Fr. John had reached a point of chronic pain and bizarre food allergies. While searching for a cure, he began working with Dr. Kevin Majeres. This led Fr. John to practice mindfulness and reframe his views of pain and discomfort.

Within 6 weeks of starting this new approach, Fr. John overcame the psychogenetic conditions that were causing his issues. Today, Fr. John finds joy in being open to discomfort and experiencing every moment with great intention.

Tune-in to be blown away alongside BeatiDudes Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein.

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We are Longing to Obey | Fr. John Bayer, O.Cist. | Episode #185

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0000

Fr. John Bayer traveled to the Vatican Valley on foot to join Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein in the BeatiDudes studio for this look into his life’s journey.

Fr. John Bayer, ordained a priest and Cistercian Monk in 2013, entered the monastic life at Our Lady of Dallas in 2007. He teaches English, Latin, and Theology at Cistercian Preparatory School and is an adjunct professor of theology at the University of Dallas.

Fr. John completed his doctorate in theology at the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome, focusing on the works of St. Anselm of Canterbury. In addition to his academic and pastoral work, he enjoys various outdoor activities, including hiking and camping, and finds spiritual enrichment in nature.

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Brian Manhart Hosts The BeatiDudes | Brian Manhart | Episode #184

Fri, 03 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0000

This is a BeatiDudes takeover as Brian Manhart assumes the role of show host with a set of thought-provoking questions and reflections designed to uncover more about Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein.

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The Encourager of Lone Oak RV & Retreat | Brian Manhart | Episode #183

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Brian Manhart, a friend from just outside of Lindsay, Texas, joins Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein for a breath of fresh podcast air. Brian is the President and CEO of the Lone Oak RV Ranch & Retreat.

Throughout his early career, Brian was told he would never find a job that matched his unrealistic view of work. He wanted to be indoors and outdoors, part-time with adults and part-time with kids, doing meaningful and fun work, etc. Through an incredible series of jobs and moves, including a job at a water ski camp for wealthy families in the Northeast, Brian eventually landed the opportunity to own an RV and retreat destination in North Texas. Everything Brian had experienced up to this point now made sense and allowed him to build Lone Oak, the place you visit when you just need to hear your heartbeat again.

Brian believes the world has become overstimulated and distracted. He's spent decades creating the ideal experience to lead others into their best life through youth camping, retreats, speaking, writing, coaching, and RV experiences. He is known as "The Encourager" and lives each day like it is his last.

Brian and his wife, Jennifer, have four children: Joseph, Claire, Luke, and Eli. They raise their family on one basic principle: Be Kind, Love Always, and Remain Encouraged.

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Exodus Advent Challenge | The BeatiDudes | Episode #5 of 5

Sat, 28 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Celebrate Christmas and the conclusion of the Exodus 90 Advent Challenge with The BeatiDudes. Through Advent 2025, Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein entered a time of prayer, asceticism, and fraternity with the hope of the coming Christ child as the focal point for it all. On this final episode of the Advent Challenge miniseries, each co-host reflects on his journey and how they each became uncommonly present to the Lord and others.

Exodus 90 is the #1 Catholic Men’s App that helps you become the man you were created to be. The Advent Challenge is designed to support men in preparing for Christ’s coming at Christmas and to share his loving presence with their families and friends.

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Building Brand Ecosystems | Marcellino D’Ambrosio | Episode #182

Fri, 27 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Marcellino D'Ambrosio is a branding expert with a unique talent for setting Catholic organizations on a pathway to deeper impact. His firm, Sherwood Fellows, continues to work behind the scenes with some of the top brands in the marketplace.

Join Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein as they explore Marcellino's process for tackling a new brand. You also won’t want to miss the “opposite of” game to start the episode – play along and see if your reactions can out-wit the BeatiDudes.

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The Makings of a Catholic Creative | Marcellino D’Ambrosio | Episode #181

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Marcellino D'Ambrosio is the third D’Ambrosio to join Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein at The BeatiDudes’ tiny table. Being the fifth Marcellino in the family and his son being the sixth, this Marcellino has taken to the nickname Lino while referring to his son as Celli.

This episode is jam-packed with a little bit of everything - - days of mayhem, a punk rock band, one year of seminary (aka Catholic rehab), Ave Maria University, the founding of the Catholic Creatives movement and community, marriage, the birth of a child, and additional markers along Marcellino’s fascinating journey as a front-line evangelist.

Today, Marcellino is the CMO for Sherwood Fellows, an independent creative agency in Dallas, Texas, specializing in strategy, branding, and video. They love providing marketing for market challengers, underdogs, and contrarians.

Marcellino is also busy promoting the feature-length film Triumph of the Heart, set to open in mid-2025, alongside the film’s writer and director, his twin brother Anthony.

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Exodus Advent Challenge | The BeatiDudes | Episode #4 of 5

Sat, 21 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Heading into the final days of Advent after Gaudete Sunday, we rejoice in our final preparation for the coming of Christ in the manger.

Join The BeatiDudes as they tackle the Advent Challenge from Exodus 90 during this five-episode mini-series.

Exodus 90 is the #1 Catholic Men’s App that helps you become the man you were created to be.

The Advent Challenge is designed to support men in preparing for Christ’s coming at Christmas and to share his loving presence with their families and friends. Will you join The BeatiDudes, Msgr. James Shea and thousands of other men this Advent?

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From AIR FORCE to CARE FORCE | David Rinaldi | Episode #180

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0000

David Rinaldi, President of NET Ministries, shares an incredible journey of faith and hope in this BeatiDudes bonus show with Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein.

During his days in college, David enjoyed Bible studies and small groups with friends who were mostly anti-Catholic. During World Youth Day in Denver, David reluctantly took a youth group to hear Pope John Paul II, during which he experienced a conversion of heart that brought him back to Catholicism.

David’s post-college experience in the Air Force also played a formative role in his faith journey. He and other friends wanted to evangelize young people in Minnesota, and that was when he first encountered NET Ministries. This group had already been established to do exactly what David felt called to do in his heart. Years later, he told his commanding officer in the Air Force about the pull on his heart for ministry, and that man proceeded to pull out his Bible to join David in prayer and support.

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Lower Your Nets for a Catch with NET MINISTRIES | David Rinaldi | Episode #179

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0000

David Rinaldi journeyed from Minnesota to “put out into the deep” with Jeff Schiefelbein, Paul Kolker, and Nick Bezner at the tiny table.

As the President of NET Ministries, David leads a joyful and faith-filled team that challenges young Catholics, through relational ministry, to follow Christ and embrace a life of community in the Church. With over 25 years of experience as a Catholic leader and speaker, David empowers their staff and missionaries to fulfill Jesus’ command to go and make disciples.

NET Ministries (aka National Evangelization Team) started as a group of college students in St. Paul, Minnesota, who were empowered by the Holy Spirit and started retreats. It only grew from there. After 43 years of NET, the ministry grew throughout the United States and has been replicated in Canada, Ireland, Scotland, Uganda, and Australia.

Former NET missionaries continue to be involved in their parishes and many join Religious Life with more than 80 Priests and 3 Bishops.

During their training, NET volunteers learn formation, reconciliation, uplifting speech, the power of being heard, and the most efficient way to set up chairs at NET events.

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Exodus Advent Challenge | The BeatiDudes | Episode #3 of 5

Sat, 14 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes reflect on week two of the Advent Challenge from Exodus 90. Join Paul Kolker, Nick Bezner, and Jeff Schiefelbein as they share their trials and triumphs during part 3 this five-episode mini-series.

Exodus 90 is the #1 Catholic Men’s App that helps you become the man you were created to be.

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It is Solved by Walking | TJ Bogan | Episode #178

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0000

TJ Bogan, aka Theron Jake, founder of Follow My Camino, explains his journey to the Camino with Jeff Schiefelbein, Paul Kolker, and Nick Bezner on this Friday episode.

Originally inspired by the movie The Way, TJ took a long journey before finally making it to the Camino. And for him, the Camino was the vocation path.

As St Augustine said, “It is solved by walking.”

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Walking the Camino de Santiago | TJ Bogan | Episode #177

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Hundreds of thousands of pilgrims walk the Camino de Santiago each year for spiritual formation, healing, personal growth, adventure, and cultural exploration. The Camino de Santiago, also known as the “Way of St. James,” has many routes (Francis, Portugal, Primitivo, and del Norte, to name a few) that all lead to the same place: the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, where the shrine of Saint James the Great is in the cathedral itself.

Tune in as The BeatiDudes talk with TJ Bogan, the founder and director of Follow My Camino, about the many facets of the Camino and the breakthroughs he and others have experienced during their pilgrimages.

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Exodus Advent Challenge | The BeatiDudes | Episode #2 of 5

Sat, 07 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Join The BeatiDudes as they tackle the Advent Challenge from Exodus 90 during this five-episode mini-series.

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Funny Is is Funny Does – Seasons III Montage of Episode Openers | The BeatiDudes and Friends | Episode #176

Fri, 06 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0000

You’re in for a treat as you experience a whole bunch of funny with plenty of faith and formation as well.

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FORGIVENESS is a CHOICE of the WILL | Fr. John Anthony Boughton, CFR | Episode #175

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Fr. John Anthony Boughton, CFR, grew up down the road from the BeatiDudes studio in Dallas, Texas. He graduated from the Virginia Military Institute and was commissioned into the US Naval Reserve. After his service, Fr. John Anthony worked in sales.

Fr. John Anthony had a conversion to the Catholic faith during a series of miracles and encounters in Medjugorje. He then joined the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal in 1996 and was ordained to the priesthood in 2005.

Fr. John Anthony provides The BeatiDudes with a reflection on forgiveness and tools for achieving deeper forgiveness. Forgiveness is a choice of the will. It is not an emotion. It is not forgetting. It is a grace-filled act of the will that relies on God to be complete.

Fr. John Anthony suggests a 30-day forgiveness retreat using the following formula for praying over your agitations:

“In the name of Jesus, I forgive _____ for ______, and I bless them.”

And for those playing along with BeatiDudes Bingo – this show is jam-packed with rarely used words, including betwixt, agita, and jackanape.

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Exodus Advent Challenge | The BeatiDudes | Episode #1 of 5

Sat, 30 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Join The BeatiDudes as they tackle the Advent Challenge from Exodus 90 during this five-episode mini-series.

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Modern Day “Ink-quisition” | Andy Churray | Episode #174

Fri, 29 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Andy Churray’s tattooed arms are an outward symbol of the interior reality of his faith walk. Together with the fake tattoo sleeves worn by The BeatiDudes, Andy shares some of his favorite tattoos and the original stories for several of his faith-focused ink.

Andy is the interim Executive Director for Vagabond Missions.

As Jesus was a vagabond during his earthly ministry, wandering to the margins of society to bring home the wanderers, Vagabond missionaries follow his example and bring the Good News to those the world ignores. Vagabond missionaries build friendships with and serve teens in urban and inner-city communities through weekly programs, outreach, and personal mentorship.

When Bob and Kate Lesnefsky took their first positions in youth ministry at a parish in Schenectady, NY, they were surprised to find an inner-city community. They were even more surprised at how much fulfillment they found in bringing the Gospel to those on the margins. After four years in New York, Bob took what he believed at the time was the “dream” youth ministry job at a wealthy parish in Texas, but it only took a few months for him and Kate to realize that God was calling them back to the inner city.

Teens in the inner city face a cycle of neglect, violence, and broken family life. This destructive environment has dire consequences for them and society. Vagabond Missions intervenes during this time of crisis by inviting them into a relationship with God and others. Through outreach and mentorship, teens experience hope for their lives and a place to call home. When teens tangibly experience Jesus, their lives are transformed.

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Vagabond Missions | Andy Churray | Episode #173

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Andy Churray drove all night from Wichita, Kansas, to share the mission and impact of Vagabond Missions.

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Tiny Concert at the Tiny Table | Fr. David Michael Moses | Episode #172

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Fr. David Michael Moses is a dynamic priest in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. He was ordained at 25 and is now the parochial vicar at Christ the Good Shepherd in Spring, Texas. He enjoys writing music, and his “Concerts for Life” have collectively raised over 1 million dollars to assist women in crisis pregnancies.

This collection of songs will move you to laughter, tears, reflection, and more.

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Parish PRIEST with MASSive Online Following | Fr. David Michael Moses | Episode #171

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Fr. David Michael Moses is a young priest who grew up in Houston, Texas. He started college at 14 and earned his bachelor’s degree at 18. He was accepted into several law schools but ultimately felt called to the priesthood and entered the seminary for the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston.

Fr. David Michael was ordained at 25 and is now the parochial vicar at Christ the Good Shepherd in Spring, Texas. He enjoys writing music, and his “Concerts for Life” have collectively raised over 1 million dollars to assist women in crisis pregnancies.

Fr. David Michael is the founder of the Pilgrim Rosary project and is also active on social media where he shares stories from priestly life.

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The Domestic Church | Dr. David Wright | Episode #170

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Dr. David Wright, the Headmaster at Subiaco Academy, joins the BeatiDudes to share about his childhood, conversion, and journey to higher education.

Subiaco Academy is a Catholic College Preparatory School in the Benedictine tradition that welcomes young men of all faiths in grades 7-12. Sitting on 1,200 acres of land where you can fish, hunt, hike, and camp on the property, Subiaco was just named the fourth most beautiful boarding school in the world by Architectural Digest.

The youngest of five children, Dr. Wright was raised Presbyterian with parents who put faith at the forefront of their family. After marrying his wife and having three daughters, Dr. Wright decided to convert and join the Catholic church. He shares about his journey to the church and his mom’s great sentiment that we all have our path, and the goal is to get to Heaven.

Learn how Wright trains to keep up with the boys at Subiaco Academy. Hint, it involves a lot of running. And somehow dunk on a monk is brought up for the third time on The BeatiDudes.

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SUBIACO - A School Unlike Any Other | Dr. David Wright | Episode #169

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Traveling to the tiny table from Arkansas, the BeatiDudes welcome Dr. David Wright, Headmaster of Subiaco Academy.

Dr. David Wright has had a long career in higher education, but it wasn’t until he wrote his dissertation on student leadership development that he changed his path and now finds himself completing his sixth year as Headmaster. Dr. Wright and his staff have evolved education to focus on whole-person development as supported by the Benedictine Monks at Subiaco Abbey. At Subiaco, the students engage in a parallel curriculum that includes time for social and emotional learning, integrity-based leadership, entrepreneurship, and more.

From woodworking to chanting to Trojan football, you don’t want to miss what Dr. Wright has to say about his school where it’s cool to be smart.

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FILMING THE SHROUD | Matthew Marsden | Episode #168

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Hollywood actor and father of nine Matthew Marsden joins the BeatiDudes on this bonus episode to share his incredible experience filming the Shroud of Turin.

After hearing a presentation on the Shroud of Turin years earlier, Marsden knew he needed to find a way for the story to be told. After some miraculous price drops for flights and connections to get the right people and equipment, Marsden and his team made their way to Turin, Italy. Listening to the adventure they faced and the blessings that came at just the right time will give you chills.

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HOLLYWOOD and JESUS | Matthew Marsden | Episode #167

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Matthew Marsden is the first BeatiDudes guest known to have triple citizenship – British, American, and Maltese. He is also the first major Hollywood actor to join the BeatiDudes at the Tiny Table for tea, scones, and real talk about Jesus and Hollywood.

Matthew is an accomplished American actor seen in films such as Ridley Scott's Black Hawk Down, Transformers: Revenge of The Fallen, Rambo, Resident Evil: Extinction, Bounty Killer, and the film adaptation of the classic novel Atlas Shrugged.

As a young actor, Matthew quickly rose to prominence in the popular UK television series Coronation Street in his role as Chris Collins. Marsden won the "Most Popular Newcomer Award" at the National Television Awards (1997) for his performance in the series.

In 1998, Matthew released his first single, "The Heart's Lone Desire," which peaked at number 13 in the UK charts. His follow-up hit was a cover of the Hall and Oates classic "She's Gone," a collaboration with Beyonce and the girls of Destiny's Child.

Returning to acting, Marsden was soon cast in lead roles in several television movies and feature films, including Shiner (opposite Michael Caine), Madso's War, Helen of Troy, and Anacondas: The Hunt for The Blood Orchid. Marsden also has extensive television credits, including roles on NCIS, CSI Miami, The Ghost Whisperer, Nikita, Castle, and Two and A Half Men.

Born in West Bromwich, West Midlands, England, Marsden is an avid writer, reader and athlete. He learned to race motorbikes from former world champion Ron Haslam and trained to box by former WBC super-middleweight world champion Richie Woodhall. He is a black belt in Tae Kwon Do, holds a PADI Dive Master certification, and actively supports the United States Military.

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Health and Hardships | Mike Murray | Episode #166

Fri, 01 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Mike Murray is a Christian leader in the workplace and in his home. He and his wife are blessed with five wonderful children.

The Murray family has navigated some difficult health throughout their journey together. When they welcomed their first child, Mariana, they soon realized she was autistic and would require a great deal of care throughout her life. Fast forward many years, and their fourth child, Caroline, was diagnosed with cancer and immediately put through surgeries and radiation at the time.

With a strong faith background and an incredible Catholic community, Mike and his family persevered the tough times and continued to grow in faith, love, and holiness.

Mike’s pro tips for surviving the tough stuff:

• Invest in community building from the start.

• Have sympathy for others, even when they react wildly to the hardships in their life.

• Let people help you. It’s good for you and for them.

• Pray

Mike was raised in Dallas and attended Jesuit College Prep before heading to Washington, D.C., to attend the Catholic University of America. After college, Mike coached and served as the admissions officer at Jesuit before attending SMU Law School. After over a decade in law, Mike entered the Dallas nonprofit scene and played major roles in many of the leading pro-life and service organizations. Today, Mike serves as the President of Heroic Media.

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The Vatican Valley – Building Catholic Community and Serving Others| Mike Murray | Episode #165

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Mike Murray loves to get involved and throughout his life discovered that his desire to serve naturally led to positions of leadership.

Mike was raised in Dallas and attended Jesuit College Prep before heading to Washington D.C. to attend the Catholic University of America. After college, Mike coached and served the admissions officer at Jesuit before attending SMU law school. After over a decade in law, Mike entered the Dallas nonprofit scene and played major roles in many of the leading prolife and service organizations. Today, Mike serves as the President of Heroic Media.

Mike is a community builder who played a critical role in connecting young Catholics who are on fire and well formed throughout North Texas. With an office just around the corner from The BeatiDudes studio at Lucid Private Office dot com, Mike is a cornerstone of the Vatican Valley (aka the business epicenter for faith, business, and philanthropy in the Diocese of Dallas).

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ENJOY THE GAME – A Message from Beyond the Grave | Bill Kula | Episode #164

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Bill Kula loves baseball and, more importantly, is loyal to his hometown team, the Texas Rangers. In 2016, Bill and his wife were recognized as the Texas Rangers Fans of the Year. The award brought Bill into an even deeper relationship with the team so you can imagine his excitement when the Rangers made it to the World Series in 2023.

As the series began, Bill began hearing his father's voice, who had passed just a few years earlier, telling him, “Enjoy the game.” The message didn’t mean anything specific to Bill until Game 3 arrived. That day, Bill received an unsolicited direct message from Major League Baseball offering him two free tickets to the game that evening.

After realizing the messages were not a hoax, Bill and his wife made their way to the stadium. Upon finding their seats, he heard his father again say, “Enjoy the game.”

Bill’s father used their shared love and respect for the game of baseball to connect with him from beyond the grave. As Bill sat in his seat, still in disbelief, he realized that day was the three-year anniversary of his father’s death. He thanked his earthly father and his heavenly Father, and then enjoyed the game as the Rangers made their first-ever run to become World Series Champions.

Bill is a public relations and communications executive passionate about service, faith, and lifelong learning. Presently, he serves as the Director of Communications for the Catholic Foundation in Dallas, Texas. Bill and his wife, Wendy, are the proud parents of two daughters, one set to be married in 2025 and the other completing her senior year at the University of Oklahoma.

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GET BEHIND ME SATAN: Encountering Heaven and Hell From the ICU | Bill Kula | Episode #163

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0000

After a series of unfortunate events, Bill Kula’s life was held in the balance as he underwent an eight-day battle in the ICU. While intubated and alone, Bill received a grace from God that allowed his vision to move past the hospital room to see heaven and hell and to witness the moments of prayer coming from family and friends.

You must hear about Bill’s miraculous experience and how his faith-filled visions were later confirmed when he returned home from the hospital.

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Ascots and Whatnots - The Fashion Episode | John Kunz | Episode #162

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0000

John Kunz is the most stylish man to join The BeatiDudes at the Tiny Table over the first four seasons.

After the loss of his son in 2001 and a subsequent miscarriage, John opened a pathway to healing partially by exploring his creative side. He and his wife love to make their clothing or add creative alterations to the items they already have.

This fun-loving episode will leave you feeling (and looking) good.

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Celebrating the Life of Little Jack Kunz | John Kunz | Episode #161

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Witty, intelligent, sharp-dressed, and fun-loving…

Vulnerable, faithful, heart-wrenching, and inspirational….

Meet John Kunz, a devoted husband and father who is doing his best to form his family in the faith. In 2021, John and his wife received the diagnosis during their 5th pregnancy that their baby boy had Hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS) - - a rare congenital heart defect that prevents the left side of the heart from developing properly during pregnancy.

Jack was born in November of 2021 and passed three weeks later. Listening to John speak about the emotional and physically challenging journey of welcoming Jack and then saying goodbye to him soon after is an experience you won’t want to miss. John’s love for family and trust in God serves as a witness to the love that can only be experienced through Christ.

John and his wife were blessed to conceive two more children after Jack’s passing; the first passed in the womb, and the second is a spry toddler, bringing light and life to the family daily.

This episode is truly special. Hanging out with John and The BeatiDudes provides a true sense of levity and friendship throughout the first half of the show, followed by a podcast experience that will tug at your heart and move you to action.

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We Mustache You About Those Chains| Reg Platt | Episode #160

Fri, 11 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Reg Platt is back for a fascinating bonus episode complete with wild necklaces, mustaches, and an outward pouring of faith and love for the communion of saints to which we all belong.

This is a great episode on all platforms, but do yourself a favor and check out the video version of the show to get a glimpse of the chains Reg wears on the outside of his shirt. The chains contain dozens of icons and crucifixes, each one storing a memory of a friend or a time in Reg’s life.

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Abortion, Darkness, Forgiveness, Redemption | Reg Platt | Episode #159

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Reg Platt has a checkered past, a blessed present, and a hopeful future.

Reg shares his abortion story and the damage it caused his life. He is passionate about raising awareness of the hidden victims of abortion: the fathers of the children lost to it. Reg returned to the church and found forgiveness from his abortion stories at two incredible healing retreats, Rachel’s Vineyard and Project Joseph.

Reg currently works as a men’s after-abortion advocate and pro-life speaker. He is also the coordinator and main facilitator for Project Joseph, a ministry designed to help men deal with the guilt, shame, and grief of abortion loss. Reg is also the founder of The Friends of Joseph, educating the families and friends of those men to understand their dilemma. As a man of past poor choices, he knows how the mercy of God is free to all but accepted by so few.

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The Burial Cloth of Jesus: Revisiting the Shroud | Fr. Andrew Dalton | Episode #158

Fri, 04 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0000

The Shroud of Turin is the most studied archeological object in human history, and Fr. Andrew Dalton joins the BeatiDudes for a journey into Shroud science that will move you regardless of where you are in your own faith walk. This is a throwback repost from Season Two and a tribute to one of our favorite episodes of all time.

What the Gospels do not record, Shroud science does. But what does it reveal about the physical sufferings of the man? Are signs of Resurrection traced on the Shroud? How was this enigmatic image, which acts as a photonegative and encodes three-dimensional information, formed in the first place? Do these linen fibers contain the blood that was shed for our salvation?

Fr. Andrew Dalton is a Catholic priest of the Legionaries of Christ and professor of theology at the Pontifical Athenaeum Regina Apostolorum in Rome. He teaches the Synoptic Gospels and Biblical Greek and Hebrew.

Fr. Dalton obtained a Postgraduate Certificate in Shroud Studies in 2011 and became a board member of Othonia, an international center of investigation on the Shroud, in 2017.

In 2018, he worked with Shroud experts worldwide to bring university-level studies to the English-speaking world. He also teaches the Biblical Theology of the Passion of the Christ for the Science and Faith Institute, which collaborates with the International Centre of Shroud Studies in Turin and the Giulio Ricci Diocesan Centre of Shroud Studies in Rome.

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UNCOMMON FREEDOM with Exodus 90| Jamie Baxter | Episode #157

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Jamie Baxter is the Founder of Exodus 90, the #1 Freedom App to help you become the man you were created to be. By focusing on prayer, asceticism, and fraternity, Exodus helps men grow closer to God, replace distractions with peace, and embrace true brotherhood.

Exodus exists for men to be uncommonly free.

Throughout this episode, we learn about the practices and charisms of Exodus and the inspiration Jamie drew from his father’s devotion to God’s word and to living a life of joy.

Jamie shares the heartbreaking story of the loss of his son, who was stillborn during the 20th week of his wife’s pregnancy. Throughout the pain and loss, Jamie and his wife grew closer to one another and Christ. Jamie credits his son, Jamie III, for bringing greater clarity and focus to his daily walk.

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Show Me the Funny – Seasons I and II Montage of Episode Openers | The BeatiDudes and Friends | Episode #156

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Every episode starts with an excerpt of the show that either strikes the funny bone or cuts straight to the heart. With the open space available for this Friday bonus episode, The BeatiDudes are proud to share a montage of show openers from the first two seasons. You’re in for a treat as you experience a whole bunch of funny with plenty of faith and formation as well.

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Stay Prayed Up with Hallow | Alessandro DiSanto | Episode #155

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Alessandro DiSanto never expected that he and his childhood friends would come together early in their careers to launch a prayer app. Fast-forward to the present - - Hallow is the world's most successful Christian prayer app.

Hallow stats (aka vanity stats)

• 20 million downloads

• 600million prayers, prayed in over 150 countries

• Available in 8 languages

• More than 170 employees

Alessandro grew up in a big Italian family in Chicago, enjoying family dinners with grandparents who never learned English. As a teenager, Alessandro gravitated towards the intellectual side of the Catholic faith and found his way to Notre Dame for college.

After college, Alessandro started a job in big finance at Goldman Sachs in New York, where he was reprimanded for displaying a picture of Our Lady on the Notre Dame campus.

During a Sunday night dinner with friends in 2018, Hallow co-founder and childhood friend Alex Jones brought a series of questions and reflections to the group that launched an ongoing conversation about building something to reinforce each of their own prayer lives.

Within months, three friends quit their jobs to build Hallow and had the app posted to the app store by the end of the year.

The Hallow team knew they were on to something important early on when they heard countless stories of the app's impacts on people in need, including lifesaving and life-altering moments of prayer.

Alessandro shares an insider look at Hallow, highlighting the app's most common uses and other lesser-known aspects.

In 2024, Hallow released an ad during the Super Bowl featuring Mark Wahlberg and Jonathan Roumie, encouraging the audience to stay prayed up. The timing was perfect, as Super Bowl Sunday was just days before Ash Wednesday this year.

The Hallow app helps users find God’s peace, transform their prayer life, and build daily habits that draw them closer to Him. Learn more about Hallow.

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Boldly Keeping Christ in the Workplace | Alan Brown | Episode #154

Fri, 20 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Alan Brown is back for a faith-filled BeatiDudes bonus episode!

Alan is a people-first leader with a flair for creating world-class cultures in the demanding automotive sales industry. He started his career in the car business in 1990 washing cars before working his way up and partnering in three different Volkswagen stores. He is now the General Manager for Sam Pack's Five Star Chevrolet in Carrollton, TX.

As a business leader in the local community and beyond, Alan seeks to encourage others to spend time in scripture daily to achieve true success in life (hint, hint: success is not related to money or position). Alan challenges us to carry the Sunday teachings Monday through Saturday and keep Christ at the center of the workplace.

Paul brings it home with the phrase, “No Bible, no breakfast, no Bible, no bed,” meaning you should start and/or end every day with the Bible.

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GOD, CARS, and DIESELGATE: Alan's Leadership During Industry Scandal | Alan Brown | Episode #153

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Alan Brown is a people-first leader with a flair for creating world-class cultures in the demanding automotive sales industry. He started his career in the car business in 1990 washing cars before working his way up and partnering in three different Volkswagen stores. He is now the General Manager for Sam Pack's Five Star Chevrolet in Carrollton, TX.

Alan’s relationship with work took a life-changing turn when a friend challenged him to add prayer to his manager meetings. That moment made Alan realize he can and should put his faith at the forefront of every part of his business. It is a good thing Alan learned that faith comes first early in his career as preparation for what comes next.

Alan faced an immense challenge when he was chairman of the VW National Dealer Council through Diesel Gate and the subsequent settlement. This scandal completely consumed Alan’s life for almost two years as he played a key role representing the needs of the dealer network while also handling the fallout at his own dealerships.

Alan does a morning devotional every Monday through Saturday at 5:30 am CST, which he sends via text message to many. You can receive his texts by sending him a message at 972-824-6096. He also hosts a daily devotional on LinkedIn with thousands of followers every Wednesday morning.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of a US President to address the prompt, “I will be canonized for ________.”

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I’ve Been to Every Country in the World | Sam Goodwin | Episode #152

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Sam Goodwin is an American entrepreneur, author, and professional speaker. A former Division I collegiate hockey player, he co-founded a tech company and NGO in Singapore and is one of the few people who has traveled to all 193 countries in the world.

In this fun-filled bonus episode, Sam is ready to share a story for any country that the BeatiDudes mention.

Learn about Sam’s experience in Chile, Chad, Tanzania, Lichtenstein, Kyrgyzstan, Sri Lanka, Rwanda (and the 8-Hour Chicken Bus), Senegal, Samoa, Israel, and Singapore.

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HELD CAPTIVE for 9 WEEKS in SYRIA | Sam Goodwin | Episode #151

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Buckle up, BeatiDudes - Season Four is here, and we are raising the bar again with a grand slam guest – SAM GOODWIN.

Sam survived an unbelievable travel nightmare that included nine weeks in a Syrian prison, 27 days of which he spent in solitary confinement.

So, how did Sam end up in Syrian captivity?

After college, Sam signed up to work in Singapore for six months but stayed there for six years. Realizing his love for travel, he made it a point to visit new countries during any break or holiday and found that just a few years into his journey, he had visited 120 of the 193 countries in the world. Then, his competitive spirit kicked in, and he was determined to visit them all.

Everything was going well until Sam landed in Syria for country visit number 180. Only hours into his trip, he was detained by armed men and put into a black van for transport to an undisclosed detainment facility where he would spend his first of two months in solitary confinement. The stories of mental and physical survival that Sam shares are only outdone by his prayerfulness and spiritual stability during this period.

The miraculous story of Sam’s release is so unbelievable and inspiring that you must tune in to catch it all.

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Season 3 Finale – CLAIM YOUR CROWN | NEC Part 3 | Episode #150

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes crosses another milestone with episode 150 and the end of Season Three!!

The show begins with a randomized drawing to pull a winner from our giveaway prize at the National Eucharistic Congress from our Swag Store. Visit the BeatiDudes Swag Store,

Congrats to Acenith Claassen on the Big Win!

Nick Bernardo from NOVUS Clothing stops by the booth to kick off this final segment of The BeatiDudes at the National Eucharistic Congress. He enters the heart of the company he launched with his brother almost a decade ago.

As a mission-based company, NOVUS’ mantra, “Claim Your Crown,” is rooted in living a life of passion, conviction, and perseverance.

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Blessed are the JOKE MAKERS | NEC Part 2 | Episode #149

Mon, 02 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes proudly present the second of three segments recorded live at their booth during the 10th National Eucharistic Congress.

Luis Gonzales from episodes #075 and #076 pops by the booth to kick off the guest appearances and shares his joy for the Eucharist and his love for serving others.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers with Luis, the Dudes must take on the persona of a magician to address the prompt, “I would _________, for Christmas.”

The TBD Question with Luis and the Dudes – When you are walking around the NEC, which religious order connects with you in an emotional and/or spiritual way?

Next, a young man named Jonathan from Colorado agrees to jump into the guest seat without knowing what he is getting into. He was visiting the Congress with his immediate and extended family. He shared details about his work with robotics, his appreciation for family, and his excitement to hear Chris Stefanick and many others.

What happens next nearly breaks the internet – all seven of Jeff Schiefelbein’s kids jumped on the show to laugh, scream, and serve as extra special guests. Lorelei and Emilia both get to spend some special time as individual guests. Next, with Emilia as the judge, the Dudes play another round of Blessed are the Joke Makers, where they must take on the persona of an extraterrestrial to address the prompt, “The best pilgrimages offer ____ to their pilgrims.”

Following the appearance of her kids, Jeff’s wife Amanda jumps on the show for some quick encouragement and constructive feedback.

Then Tate from Tampa joins the show. He is on a school trip with friends and chaperones and looking to fall more in love with the Eucharist. Tate judges the BeatiDudes on Blessed are the Joke Makers, in which the Dudes must take on the persona of Geekiest Tech Nerd to address the prompt, “Doubting Thomas wished he was known for ______.”

Jose from Indiana and three of his five kids stop by the booth for some authentic fraternity. He reflects on the ways in which we can live our faith in everyday life.

After Jose, the show concludes with Lauren Moore from the Catholic Music Initiative.

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RAISING SEVEN KIDS… when you only planned on four | Brad Linder | Episode #148

Fri, 30 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Brad Linder is the Founder and Chief Transformation Officer of Get You In Shape in Coppell, TX. As a former professional basketball player, Brad utilized his knowledge from a master’s degree in health, Kinesiology, and Sport Studies to optimize his performance.

He and his wife also have seven kids after only planning to have four.

Coach Brad walks the BeatiDudes through the story of how his family population exploded and the conversations he had with his wife (and with himself) as God’s plan for their family unfolded.

Is it really easier to raise seven kids than just one or two? How do you show your gratitude and excitement for a new life in your family when it comes unexpectedly on multiple occasions? Brad shares his view on these and many more of life’s beautiful mysteries in this family-focused Friday bonus episode.

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Get YOU in SPIRITUAL SHAPE | Brad Linder | Episode #147

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0000

In his mid-20s, Brad moved to North Texas as a complete leap of faith and started attending St. Ann Catholic Church in Coppell. Within weeks, he joined Life Teen as a Core Team member and found that serving others for the Lord filled a gap that had previously existed in his life.

Next came the St. Ann Carnival, where Brad’s life changed forever when he met his wife of almost 20 years. Together, they are joyfully raising their seven kids.

With an extensive background in fitness and nutrition, Brad naturally wanted to share this knowledge with others as he entered the health and fitness field. Since 1998, Brad has been able to help thousands of participants and clients. Brad has created and produced the Group Personal Training DVD and has been featured as the fitness expert on television and in newspaper articles.

In 2006, Brad pioneered a high-intensity group personal training program that has received rave reviews. Get You In Shape was featured on The Doctor’s TV show with Jillian Michaels as one of the Top Fitness Companies in Texas.

Brad holds multiple specialty training certifications in fitness and has been coaching clients since 1998. In other words, he’s been blessed to have a well-rounded career in this industry…and for longer than most.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the personality of a US President to address the prompt, “They shall know that we are Christians by our ____________.”

The TBD Question of the Day - describe your current relationship with physical fitness.

For Reverse Simpsons, Coach Brad leads the Dudes through a version of burpees for 75-year-olds.

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COMING TO AMERICA | Anand Bheemarasetti | Episode #146

Fri, 23 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Anand Bheemarasetti is a modern missionary, business entrepreneur, media specialist, and community organizer who has dedicated himself to a life of service by following the inspiration of St. Mother Theresa of Calcutta.

Anand shares the incredible tale of his journey to America and the little things he had to learn that we often take for granted, starting with his fascination for water fountains at the airport. He goes on to share his struggles at his first hotel, again attempting to find drinking water.

Likewise, when Anand takes Americans to India, he enjoys watching the cultural transition in reverse. He shares that smiling at a stranger is a very American thing to do, and when that happens in India, it leads to a swarm of interest from the locals.

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Find Your Own Calcutta | Anand Bheemarasetti | Episode #145

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0000

After outfitting the BeatiDudes with traditional Indian clothing, Anand shares his story of his roots and his transition to the United States. He had moved to Nebraska and was searching for a place to fit in. He was welcomed by a family who helped to set him on the right path. He was brought into various programs at his parish and started hanging out with seminarians, too.

Then, he was introduced to FOCUS through a Bible study that blew his mind. These young people were sharing faith and praying together outside of church. He also attended the FOCUS conference later that year.

While meeting with his spiritual director, it became clear that Anand’s vocation would not be priesthood. Instead, he set his sights on joining FOCUS as a missionary. His first year as a missionary was spent at Bradley University, followed by Illinois State University and the University of Colorado in Boulder, before he worked in marketing at the FOCUS headquarters.

At the start of FOCUS, Anand knew about the one-year rule of no dating, so he started a friendship with the young lady who would eventually become his wife. Their courtship story is a great testament to building a strong foundation and playing the long game.

Anand shares the inspiration that led to his current nonprofit. He had led mission trips to India and then started a media effort to bring Catholicism to YouTube through a series called Ask a Bishop. Then he decided to make a documentary in both Calcutta and Rome during the time of Mother Theresa’s canonization. As he started editing the footage, he heard the words repeatedly, “Find your own Calcutta.” That led to the start of Project Finding Calcutta, a service-focused ministry that provides opportunities for people to gather each week to perform corporal works of mercy.

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God Doesn’t Make Mistakes | Bill Sladek | Episode #144

Fri, 16 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0000

In 1960, Bill Sladek’s mom was told that she should not carry her baby to term due to her age and previous pregnancy issues. She told her doctor that “God doesn’t make mistakes” and welcomed baby Bill in June of that year. Bill’s wife, Mary, has a similar story about her heroic mom and the battle she endured to continue her pregnancy despite the health struggles she was facing at the time that led to her passing only months after Mary was born.

This is a must-watch episode that reinforces the culture of life. It includes incredible stories about the mothers who made every sacrifice possible to bring Bill and Mary into the world, allowing their light to shine on many others.

Bill has been a commercial real estate attorney in Dallas for 39 years and is a partner with Condon Tobin Sladek Thornton Nerenberg PLLC. Bill is an alum of the University of Notre Dame (Class of 1982) and received his law degree in 1985 from the University of Texas School of Law.

Bill is a proud member of the Jesuit Dallas Class of 1978 and is currently Chair of the Development Committee of the Board of Trustees of the Jesuit College Preparatory School of Dallas Foundation. Bill is also the current president of the Board of Directors of the Notre Dame School of Dallas and a member of the Board of Management of the Semones YMCA. Bill and Mary (his wife of 40 years) have chaired several charity events, including the Bishop’s Golf Tournament, the Catholic Charities Bishop’s Gala, the Catholic Pro-Life Community’s Bishop’s Gala, and the Holy Trinity Seminary’s Spes Gregis Gala.

Bill and Mary, both Dallas natives, began dating while Mary was a junior at Ursuline and Bill was a senior at Jesuit. They have five children—four boys (Billy, Brendan, Brian, and Baby Brett, their Angel Baby) and one daughter (Maddie, an Ursuline alum). They are parishioners at St. Monica Catholic Church.

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The Missionary Church in Action | Bill Sladek | Episode #143

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes proudly welcome their hero and friend, Bill Sladek, for a look back at his life of service. Bill and his wife answer the call to help others and serve God daily with their time, talent, and treasure.

Not only does this inspiring couple lend financial support to various organizations and serve as chairs for various fundraisers, but they also roll up their sleeves and get to work. They have cooked and served meals at the Ronald McDonald House every month for over 13 years. They helped to complete the physical renovation of the building, which now serves pregnant women in danger of homelessness, where Bill and his buddies continue to mow and maintain the lawn. The examples of service that Bill performs are almost as endless as the number of wristbands he wears in support of many people and causes.

This show has a surprise opening as Jeff leads Paul, Bill, and Nick through a Jesuit Dallas quiz show full of twists and turns. The quiz helps reveal more about Bill and his incredible past.

Bill and BeatiDudes also reflect on the powerful experiences each person had at the National Eucharistic Congress in July of 2024.

On the Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on multiple personalities to address the prompt, “Seminarians talk about _____ after class.”

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In INDY as in HEAVEN | NEC Part One | Episode #142

Fri, 09 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes set up a booth at the 10th National Eucharistic Congress (NEC) for one day of open recording with new friends, old buddies, and a handful of repeat guests.

Part One of this three-episode series jumps right in with the BeatiDudes’ first guest, a man who started off as a stranger walking by and quickly became an all-time BeatiDude favorite. Meet Kelly, Texas Aggie Class of 1993. This man embodies the Spirit of Aggieland, aka Texas A&M University, better than just about anyone.

The second guest is our first repeat BeatiDude in history, Chris McMahon from Aquinas Wealth Advisors. Chris is on fire for service and shares his love for the great work of many religious sisters before introducing the BeatiDudes to their next guest, Sister Margie from the Sisters of Mary.

The Sisters of Mary serve the poor worldwide, currently helping 22,000 children in seven different countries. Sister Margie says, “We give our lives, and they respond with their gratitude.” She is currently visiting from her assignment in Tanzania. Learn more about the Sisters’ work at World Villages for Children.

J.B. Bionat, a BeatiDudes friend and fellow parishioner from back home, stops by for a total bro-out. He is joined by Nicole Richards, the parish's digital marketing coordinator, who gives the BeatiDudes some great real-time feedback. J.B. and the BeatiDudes talk about the power of praise and worship in the most dynamic parishes and organizations, especially St. Ann in Coppell, Texas. This quick and powerful conversation includes ice sculpture ideas and a shared prayer for J.B. and his fiancé. Follow St. Ann Parish online.

The last guest for the first hour of NEC fun is Fr. Edwin Leonard, Pastor of St. Ann in Coppell. Fr. Edwin, another repeat guest on the show, spotlights how the Eucharist and perpetual adoration have been the cornerstone of the parish’s growth and evangelization success.

Be sure to check out each of the three-part NEC episodes as they are released for more off-the-cuff fun with old friends, strangers, and repeat guests, all united in the Eucharist.

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Every Movement Needs a Moment: The 10th National Eucharistic Congress | Fr. Dave Pivonka | Episode #141

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Fr. Dave Pivonka, President of Franciscan University in Steubenville, joins The BeatiDudes at the National Eucharistic Congress for the first live-audience episode in the show’s history.

The episode weaves together many important aspects of college life, the Eucharist, the need for humor, reasons for hope, the harm of smartphones, the root of anxiety, authentic worship, and the breakthroughs that happen when you place the Holy Spirit at the center of all that you do.

Fr. Dave tells an incredible story about his visit to a leper colony and the question that played in his head as he prepared for the encounter: “Will you get close to them?” That inner dialogue helped him connect with Jesus’ earthly ministry, where he became man and got close to all of us.

Father Dave Pivonka, TOR ’89, became president of Franciscan University of Steubenville in 2019. The prolific Catholic speaker, author, podcaster, and video producer received his bachelor’s from Franciscan University, then earned an MDiv, MA in theology, doctorate in education, and executive juris doctorate. In 1996, he was ordained a priest in the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus Province of the Franciscan Third Order Regular. Before being elected University president, he served in leadership at Franciscan University, including as vice president for Mission and Planning, then as director of the TOR’s Post-Novitiate Formation and the TOR’s Franciscan Pathways.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, each Dude takes on a different personality to address the prompt, “_______, the hit Catholic musical.” The show ends with an improv game of text-message roulette that gives everyone a great final laugh.

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Hurricane Katrina: The Race Against Time Inside Tulane Medical | Pradeep Thoppil | Episode #139

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Having just finished his studies at Xavier in New Orleans, Pradeep Thoppil started working at Tulane Medical Center shortly before Hurricane Katrina hit in 2005. As a first-year pharmacist, he was eager to help the team and volunteered to join the pre-hurricane team. He had no idea that when he entered the hospital that day, he would not leave until six and a half days later.

Pradeep, a self-proclaimed weather nerd, shares when he realized that Katrina had made a turn and headed straight for New Orleans. What happened next is a wild tale of triumphs, trials, and the heroic efforts of the team inside the medical center.

Pradeep’s recounting of the race against time includes flooding, the quick decision to move medications to higher floors, praying for people outside the hospital windows after the doors had to be locked for safety, the loss of power, water, and their food supply, creating and protecting a makeshift pharmacy, relocating patients into hallways as the storm’s pressure made the walls breath and windows break, and eventually moving patients up many flights of stairs and out to the parking garage for rooftop evacuation.

At one point, Pradeep considered leaving the hospital to meet his parents, which led to an honest conversation with God in which Pradeep realized he was being called to stay for the long haul. Despite the trials that ensued, Pradeep knew he had made the right decision.

Sharing this story with The BeatiDudes was not easy for Pradeep, as it brings back many deep and difficult emotions. Please join us in praying for Pradeep and all of those affected by natural disasters like Hurricane Katrina.

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Getting Pretty Deep with Pradeep | Pradeep Thoppil | Episode #140

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Pradeep Thoppil is very aware of his “Yes” to the calling Jesus put on his heart as a husband, a father, and a son of God. He has been intentional about building authentic fraternity with his brothers in Christ, and this episode highlights his commitment to others as he shows his love, support, and prayers for Jeff and his son, Benny Pro, who is currently battling brain cancer.

The conversation sparks Paul to share Psalm 18:17-20

He reached down from on high and seized me, drew me out of the deep waters.

He rescued me from my mighty enemy, from foes too powerful for me.

They attacked me on my day of distress, but the LORD was my support.

He set me free in the open; he rescued me because he loves me.

Pradeep points out that through Benny Pro’s battle, others are being brought to know Jesus.

Pradeep finishes the episode by asking each of us to make a resolution for the week ahead. He suggests that we all find a specific way to take the higher Christ road when someone else takes the low blow.

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Father’s Loving Care | Mitch Boersma | Episode #138

Fri, 26 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Mitch Boersma and his wife Rosie have a gaggle of kids, with number 6 due towards the end of 2024. Their daily intention is to Catechize the children and grow a faithful Catholic family together. Mitch reflects on the ups and downs of raising kids and the unique ways that each of his kid’s namesake saints seems to be a perfect match for their personalities.

Mitch is the Chief Operating Officer of the Catholic Information Center and co-founder of The Leonine Forum – a year-long program dedicated to giving young professionals in Washington a renewed understanding and love for Catholic Social Teaching.

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Leonine Forum Coming to DALLAS| Mitch Boersma | Episode #137

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Mitch Boersma’s visit to the BeatiDudes was a bit of a homecoming after he graduated from the nearby University of Dallas in 2008, where he switched his majors from Theology to Business.

Originally from Colorado, Mitch holds a bachelor’s degree in business from the University of Dallas and a Master’s in Moral Theology and Ethics from the Catholic University of America. Before joining the CIC, Mitch held research positions at the American Enterprise Institute and worked as an independent writer and researcher on several book-length projects.

In 2013, Mitch was named one of FOCUS’ 30 under 30 young Catholics and is a member of their DC Advancement Advisory Council. He is a member of Catholic Voices (2013), a Washington Fellow of the National Review Institute (2012), a Tertio Millenio Seminar Fellow of the Ethics and Public Policy Center (2011), and a graduate of the Summer Seminar on Catholic Social Teaching from the Society of Catholic Social Scientists (2010). Mitch’s writing has appeared in Legatus Magazine, Verily Magazine, National Review Online, and other religious and secular news outlets. He and his wife, Rosie, live in Fairfax, VA.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of the ultimate foodie to address the prompt, “Catechism 2866 talks about ______.”

The TBD question of the day is to share some insight into the current book you are reading.

The show ends with a wild and unpredictable form of text message improv that you won’t want to miss.

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My Wife Went into Labor at 19 Weeks | Kyle Washut | Episode #136

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Kyle Washut, president of Wyoming Catholic College, joins the bonus show to discuss the trials and triumphs of family life. He and his wife Erin are happily raising their six kids, ranging from high school to one year old. Kyle attributes all family triumphs to the work of our Lord and recognizes that we are not the responsible party for all the goodness that comes from our kids.

He recounts the harrowing tale of their fifth baby, Macrina, and the scare that occurred when his wife went into labor at 19 weeks pregnant. Needing a higher order of medical care to stop the hemorrhaging, Erin and Kyle had to be transported to a major hospital in Denver by plane. When they left the kids behind, they feared that Erin might not survive, and they were told that the baby would certainly not make it. The doctors encouraged the couple to perform a “procedure,” which was a euphemism for an abortion. Kyle knew at this moment they were facing a medical community that was not on the same page as the family, and the couple would need to rearrange their entire lives to prevent the ongoing pressure to abort.

Kyle couldn’t return to Wyoming Catholic College, where he was serving as a dean and a professor, while his wife and unborn baby needed him in Denver. As Erin remained pregnant for ten more weeks in the hospital, the entire college met and decided to reorganize the schedules and plans of EVERYONE—all staff, students, and faculty—to accommodate the family's needs in supporting this birth. Baby Macrina is now a thriving five-year-old girl.

This story is the greatest commercial anyone could ever imagine for how community is formed in special places like Wyoming Catholic College.

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Wisdom in God’s Country - Wyoming Catholic College | Kyle Washut | Episode #135

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Kyle Washut is the youngest Catholic president at the youngest Catholic college in America.

Kyle, President at Wyoming Catholic College (WCC), joins The BeatiDudes for an adventurous episode full of surprises, including the unique approach that WCC takes to educating and forming its students.

WCC is a “great books school” where every student starts their freshmen year by spending several weeks in the wilderness. They all receive the same degree, a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts. In addition to spending a semester on horseback, the entire student body memorizes a repertoire of poems and songs that unite them in the classroom and around the campfire.

Kyle, a Wyoming native, has been with WCC since its inception. Growing up in Casper, Wyoming, he worked in nuclear missile silos and coal mines during his teenage years, receiving an AA in Political Science and a second in Spanish from Casper College in 2003. While in Casper, he studied under two of WCC’s eventual founders, Dr. Robert Carlson and Fr. Robert Cook. He began his journey toward Wyoming Catholic by serving as a dishwasher at the annual Wyoming School for Catholic Thought, where the idea for the College was first proposed.

He graduated from Thomas Aquinas College in 2007 with a B.A. in Liberal Arts and returned to Wyoming (and Wyoming Catholic) as the inaugural Assistant Dean for Student Life—a position he held until departing in the Fall of 2009 to pursue a graduate degree in Sacred Theology from Austria’s International Theological Institute (ITI). While in Austria, he continued to work for the College, coordinating its inaugural high-school (PEAK) and adult education (WSCT) summer programs, before returning as a full-time professor in early 2012. Washut has taught across the College’s curriculum since his return—theology and philosophy, as well as her distinctive Trivium and Humanities courses. In addition to serving as Visiting Associate Professor of Patristics and Ecclesiastical History at St. Cyril and Methodius Byzantine Catholic Seminary in Pittsburgh, he has worked closely with a number of the College’s Administrative offices, including Admissions, Advancement, and the Outdoor Leadership Program (OLP). In the Fall of 2019, he was named Academic Dean and served in that capacity for four years before being named President in August 2023.

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The TBD question of the day – share a story or memory about your grandfather.

For this episode of Reverse Simpsons, Kyle and the hosts enjoy various strange drinks and finish the show by promoting the surprise drink they consumed.

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Showing Up | Jim Hickey | Episode #134

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Jim Hickey leads the BeatiDudes through a unique bonus episode, reflecting on Tara Grinstead's 2005 disappearance and the subsequent investigative podcast featuring her story, “Up and Vanished.” Jim had dated Tara before her disappearance, and thanks to that podcast, the mystery was solved, justice was served, and Jim was also proven innocent.

Reflecting on the tragedy of Tara’s story, Jim and The BeatiDudes open up the discussion of demonic attack that leads to suicide, depression, drug use, and the million distractions that keep us from following God in every moment.

Jim points out that the antidote is simple—show up.

We are called to show up for others.

We are called to show up for our Church.

We are called to show up for our community.

Show up.

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Tackling LIFE, FAITH, and EMMITT SMITH | Jim Hickey | Episode #133

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Jim Hickey brings the spicy to The BeatiDudes by sharing a full-blown meal from his Dallas-based restaurant Charlie’s Creole Kitchen. Instead of finishing the show differently, the entire show takes place over the course of appetizers, main courses, and desserts.

Jim was raised by a father who left the church and a mother who practiced her Christian faith across multiple dominions. He was the only one of his siblings to be Baptized in the Catholic Church, and he remembers attending Mass with his Irish grandmother growing up before entering RCIA as a young man.

Jim was not a big man heading into high school, but after a major growth spurt—9 inches in two years—he knew he was being called to play football. After one year of junior college, Jim walked on to the University of Georgia football team.

After college, Jim went to work for a former Heisman trophy winner at a beer company. His career then took him to sales for an education software company working closely with underprivileged youth. He realized his life was missing Jesus Christ somewhere during this time. Jim shares one of his guiding lights, the Fulton Sheen reflections on the seven last words of Christ.

That launches a crazy deep exploration of faith and manhood, including talks of his time at the Christ Renews His Parish retreat and Jim’s calling to the pro-life movement.

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Flip’s Tips on MARRIAGE & PARENTING | Flip Howard | Episode #132

Fri, 05 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Flip Howard is a dynamic entrepreneur and Catholic leader who is a role model for Catholic husbands, fathers, and now grandfathers. He has seven kids and three grandkids, and he shares a wealth of knowledge and wisdom in bite-sized nuggets.

Flip shares his family journey, starting with the first time he met his future wife on the campus of Franciscan University in Steubenville.

In his classic and practical way, Flip reflects on marriage by pointing out that he knows people who are happy, people who are miserable, people who have little money, and people who have a lot of money and that he cannot find a correlation between these factors. However, he points out that almost no one with a good marriage is unhappy and almost no one with a bad marriage is happy. His advice is to marry well and prioritize marriage over the things that come and go, like jobs and money.

Flip goes on to share a set of parenting reflections, including:

• You have more control over the things in your kids' life than you think you do.

• The issues you are trying to address now should have been dealt with two years ago.

• You should live a life that inspires your kids to want to live like you. Be joyful.

• He wants his kids to be disciples to all nations… once they begin adulthood. Before that, he encourages close oversight to build up virtue and foundation before releasing them to the world.

• People overestimate the parent influence and underestimate the peer influence.

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Work is GOOD and Where You Do It MATTERS | Flip Howard | Episode #131

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Flip Howard is a dynamic entrepreneur and Catholic leader who truly serves as a role model for Catholic husbands, fathers, and now grandfathers.

Flip arrives in style, bringing his private-label blended whiskey to share with the BeatiDudes in an episode that begins with a recall of great pranks before moving into Flip’s entrepreneurship journey. Early in his career, Flip started a laundry servicing company on college campuses and tells an amazing story about the competitor he bought out, who years later went on to start the global brand Tom’s Shoes.

Flip then talks through the arch of his successful upscale co-working company, Lucid Private Offices. In addition to serving as a professional and welcoming workspace for small businesses, Lucid Private Offices are also the home of The BeatiDudes and Undivided Life.

As the Lucid Private Office tagline goes, “Work is good. Where you do it matters.”

Thanks to his faith-filled upbringing that was nurtured by his mother and his ongoing formation through great institutions like Franciscan University in Steubenville, Flip has always looked for ways to grow great businesses while trusting and glorifying God throughout it all.

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The TBD Question of the Day – Who is the speaker you always get excited to hear?

The show ends with a surprise party with little Flip Howard confetti cutouts falling from the sky. Check out the video version of the show for this “can’t miss” ending.

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What is Your God Task? | Robert Tunmire | Episode #130

Fri, 28 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Robert Tunmire from Heroic Men is back for a bonus episode about ensuring we get up each day and put in our 10% to match the 90% that comes through the Holy Spirit.

Joining forces with Tim Grey and the Augustine Institute team, Robert helped launch an incredible ministry to men resource called Heroic Men.

Robert explains why they use the term “ministry to men” rather than “men’s ministry” to avoid the possessive and inclusive nature of a “men’s ministry.”

To finish the show, Robert and the Dudes pray the Catholic Men’s Leadership Alliance Prayer.

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Robert has more than 44 years of experience in the franchising industry and is widely known for his ability to grow companies. He served as Executive Vice President of Neighborly (formerly The Dwyer Group) from 1998 to 2019. For seven years, he was the President of Glass Doctor, a 30-year-old company. He also served as President and CEO of Neighborly/The Dwyer Group and President of Mr. Rooter Corporation, one of Neighborly’s companies.

In 1975, as a very young man, he opened his first franchise for Rainbow International Carpet Dyeing & Cleaning, a Neighborly company. After buying and selling four franchises, all for a handsome profit, he joined the home office in 1982. He began working for Rainbow International, which was to become Neighborly's flagship company.

Until his retirement, Robert led the Franchise Development team in recruiting all new franchisees across the brands at Neighborly. He also took an active role in training new franchisees and had a gift for building long-term relationships with franchisees.

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Wandering in the Desert for 40 Years | Robert Tunmire | Episode #129

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0000

After an incredibly successful career in the franchising industry, Robert Tunmire is now using his experience and expertise to deliver ministry to men worldwide.

Robert shares the details of his journey, starting with his withdrawal from high school to run his first company and the subsequent business successes for decades. At 40, God shook Robert awake and brought him to a new understanding and an openness to the Holy Spirit.

Through a string of encounters, Robert made a monumental shift in his life. He began working on launching and growing ministry to men, including Man in the Mirror, the Catholic Men’s Leadership Alliance, the Heroic Men platform, and the Central Texas Fellowship of Catholic Men.

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Extended Reality and Zombie Shooting | Conor Donahue | Episode #128

Fri, 21 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Conor Donahue, co-founder and COO of ACE is back for a bonus show about his journey into entrepreneurship.

Ace combines cutting-edge Virtual Reality with a stunningly realistic handset to transform your shooting. With Ace, you can build your fundamentals of marksmanship, compete with friends in online drills, and experience a variety of minigames on the platform.

Regardless of whether you are shooting targets, drones, or zombies, you’re in for a memorable experience that will also expand your skills and create new memories with friends.

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NAVY SEAL Anointed and Sealed in the Holy Spirit | Conor Donahue | Episode #127

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0000

After serving as a United States Navy SEAL, Conor Donahue continues to apply his unique blend of faith, fortitude, and focus to serve in his roles as a husband, father, parish leader, and business owner.

Conor grew up in northern Virginia with a strong faith foundation. He shares his fascinating journey to join the Navy SEALS by taking us back through his childhood and early teen years. Conor had moments and mentors that caused him to see a clear pathway for his life and to go “all in”.

During his nine years of active duty, Conor’s dating life turned into an engagement, marriage, and parenthood. He shares his appreciation for the support that service members receive while also acknowledging the silent sacrifice that military families endure behind the scenes.

Conor closes the show by sharing his view of marriage and fatherhood by comparing the guardian role of a man to that of a sheepdog.

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TBD Question of the Day – What title would you use if there was a book about your life?

The Reverse Simpsons is “Can you hold your breath longer than a Navy SEAL?”

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Discernment, Spiritual Direction, and the Shirt that BROKE THE INTERNET | Andrew Rawicki | Episode #126

Fri, 14 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Andrew Rawicki is back and showed up in style. His t-shirt features all 10 of his grandchildren, which is a sight to behold.

After his recent retirement, Andrew has continued to pour his time and energy into his family and his work with Regnum Christi, where he currently serves as the local director for North Texas. He shares with us his journey to find Regnum Christi and his fun experiences with various communities throughout the US. He also talks about a recent moment of prayer when he accidentally referred to the Beatitudes as the BeatiDudes. We love this man.

Andrew finishes the show by sharing a really cool story about a book he created called “Our Lady of the Highlands School.”

The TBD question of the day is, “When was a recent time that you tried something for the first time?”

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ESCAPE FROM WARSAW, THE LEGACY AND VICTORY OF JERZY RAWICKI | Andrew Rawicki | Episode #125

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0000

This episode is dedicated to Jerzy Rawicki, holocaust survivor and father of our guest, Andrew Rawicki.

Andrew and his wife JoAnna have created a legacy of faith and love for their six children and ten grandchildren. After recounting his journey to the Church and his courtship with his wife, Andrew shares the harrowing tale of his father’s escape from the Warsaw Ghetto during WWII and the struggles, losses, and victory that ensued.

After experiencing this episode, we encourage you to watch the online documentary Behind the Wall about Jerzy’s escape.

Andrew is a convert to the Catholic faith, entering the church in 1991. He then followed his wife, JoAnna, into Regnum Christi in 2001 after attending Encounters with Christ and Spiritual Exercises on the Northshore of New Orleans. Andrew and JoAnna retired to Dallas, Texas, in 2019, where they now live near four of their six children and eight of their ten grandchildren.

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Living Life Liturgically | Evan Woolsoncroft | Episode #124

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0000

On this bonus episode of The BeatiDudes, Evan Woolsoncroft shares the details of his personal life and the intentional formation he and his wife bring into their home. After meeting each other as FOCUS missionaries, Evan and his wife found themselves quickly dating and married not long after. Together they are raising their four kids while honoring the two children they lost in the womb, Seaton and Jude. Their family celebrates every stage of the liturgical calendar to reinforce the most important parts of life and Evan reads classic literature each evening before bedtime. This episode is full of parenting wisdom nuggets for all to enjoy.

As a managing consultant at AmPhil, Evan helps nonprofit clients reach their goals and fulfill their mission. Evan brings more than a decade of active fundraising experience and expertise in strategic planning, major gifts, capital campaigns, direct mail, training, and other areas.

Before joining AmPhil in 2024, Evan served as the Vice President of Philanthropy at Heroic Media and as a Major Gifts Officer at Fellowship of Catholic University Students. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Kansas State University and his MBA with a concentration in Catholic Philanthropy from the University of Mary in Bismarck, ND.

Evan lives in Keller, TX with his wife and four children. He enjoys spending time in the outdoors with his family, woodworking, and learning new games.

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The Backwards Episode That Will Propel You Forward | Evan Woolsoncroft | Episode #123

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0000

This episode of The BeatiDudes is truly one of a kind. On the suggestion of today’s guest, Evan Woolsoncroft, the entire Monday episode is reversed. That’s right – instead of closing the show with something unique during the Reverse Simpsons segment, the entire show is one big Reverse Simpsons. If you have never experienced the BeatiDudes before, this one might be a confusing place to start.

Evan lives in Keller, TX with his wife and four children. He enjoys spending time in the outdoors with his family, woodworking, and learning new games.

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Lord, I Am Not Worthy That You Should Enter Under My Roof | Chris Cottrell | Episode #122

Fri, 31 May 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Chris Cottrell shares his faith journey during this bonus episode and this story has a bit of everything - deep family wounds, intellectual investigations, spiritual mentorship, an instant moment of understanding, and a host of beautiful witnesses along the way.

After entering the Church in 2022, nine of Chris’ first ten masses were in the Holy Land just before his deployment. Chris shares that the next mass he attended was in Bagdad and how, even in a foreign language, he still fully connected with the mass and experienced the grace and beauty of the Eucharist.

Chris is a Founding Partner at Verde Peak Partners, where he works closely with entrepreneurs and small business owners to exit their businesses while preserving their legacy and team. Chris is also a cofounder of Shepherd's, a made-to-measure men's suiting company. He holds an MPA from Harvard Kennedy School, an MBA at Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business where he was awarded one of two full scholarships and won the international Venture Capital Investment Competition, and a BS in Political Science at Arizona State University. Chris also serves as an intelligence officer in the U.S. Army Reserve and deployed with U.S. Special Operations Command, earning a Bronze Star.

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From Military Service to Menswear: A Catholic Man’s Journey | Chris Cottrell | Episode #121

Mon, 27 May 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Chris Cottrell shares the fascinating story of his journey from his time as a former intelligence officer in the United States Army to becoming the co-founder of the upscale menswear brand Shepherds.

The discussion weaves together the importance of faith, family, and community in men's lives, and how intentional dressing can convey professionalism and self-respect. Chris discusses the impact of attire on behavior and mindset, and the connection between personal expression, faith, and identity. This episode is a great place to gain leadership insights, learn about evangelism, and discover the power of genuine connections.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, Chris joins the Dudes as they take on the persona of a new parent to address the prompt, “Seminarians talk about _____ after class.”

The TBD question of the day - What are examples of times when you or others have been able to successfully evangelize in everyday life?

The show ends in a unique fashion – Chris and Paul pick a song to sing while Jeff and Nick engage in a winner-take-all arm-wrestling match.

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Catholicism and Tattoos | Davis Scott | Episode #120

Fri, 24 May 2024 09:00:00 -0000

After his business partner’s appearance on the Monday episode, Davis Scott joins the BeatiDudes for a special full-length Friday show.

Davis shares his journey from Protestantism to Catholicism, driven by the influence of a friend, a beautiful young woman, and the eye-opening book 'Rome Sweet Home.' The Dudes then delve into Davis's background, his thriving residential real estate business with Austin Wyble, and the story of meeting and dating his now-wife Jenna. Today, the Scott family is busy raising seven young children and finding ways to give back to others along the way.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of a pageant winner to address the prompt, “The newest hit hymn to hit the church is called _________.”

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The Twists, Turns, and Twins of Life| Austin Wyble | Episode #119

Mon, 20 May 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Austin Wyble takes us on a fascinating journey from his Catholic upbringing to his path through college and his shift from advertising to youth ministry. The conversation also delves into Austin's career in real estate, the struggles he and his wife experienced with infertility, and the incredible story of adopting twins and later discovering his wife's pregnancy. With heartfelt reflections on faith, relationships, and the power of community, this episode is a testament to personal growth and the unexpected joys of life.

Austin was born and raised in Southeast Texas near the Gulf Coast. He attended Texas A&M University in College Station and graduated with a Marketing degree in 2015. After working for a marketing firm, Austin made the incredibly natural transition to a full-time missionary working at a Catholic church camp in East Texas called The Pines. One year later he moved back to Dallas to get engaged to his wife, Kimee. Austin teamed up with his buddy Davis to help grow Nail & Key, a residential real estate firm, into what it is today.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of a crazy cat lover to address the prompt, “Mea culpa, Father, I couldn’t make it to mass because of _______.”

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Miracles, Prayers, and the Gift of Healing | Andrew Laubacher aka A-LOB | Episode #118

Fri, 17 May 2024 09:00:00 -0000

1 Corinthians 12 describes the spiritual gifts, including the gift of healing. Andrew Laubacher, aka A-LOB, realized early in his journey that God was using his prayers over others to bring about physical, emotional, and spiritual healing to build up the Kingdom.

In this special episode of The BeatiDudes, A-LOB shares healing stories that bring the miraculous into our current reality. A-LOB sums it up perfectly by stating, “People don’t need to be in ministry to be ministers.”

The show concludes with a powerful prayer for the healing of Jeff’s three-year-old son, Benedict Pro, who was recently diagnosed with brain cancer.

ALOB is now the Executive Director for Humanality, a nonprofit that aims to reclaim the adventure of human connection by helping people get off their phones and into reality.

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ALOB - Party Rocker Baptized in the Holy Spirit | Andrew Laubacher | Episode #117

Mon, 13 May 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Andrew Laubacher, aka ALOB, was raised in Ventura, California, where he attended Mass, played many sports, hung out at the beach, and was always into music. He attended Catholic school before switching to a public school because he was “tired of the Catholic rules.” In high school, he fell away from his faith and lived the party lifestyle. After a serious wake-up call, he attended a Steubenville Youth Conference, where he found God. That changed his life. ALOB received degrees in theology and philosophy from Franciscan University.

ALOB is now the Executive Director for Humanality, a nonprofit that aims to reclaim the adventure of human connection by helping people get off of their phones and into reality.

This episode ends with a dramatic scene written by ChatGPT as performed by the BeatiDudes and ALOB.

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Teenage FAITH on FIRE | DCYC Montage | Episode #116

Fri, 10 May 2024 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes present a final montage of guests from the Dallas Catholic Youth Conference, including Author Greg Hendry and The Director of Youth, Young Adult, and Campus Ministries for the Diocese of Dallas, Joshua Salinas.

It’s fun, formative, and always fresh – The BeatiDudes.

There’s humor, holiness, and a host of awesome hosts – The BeatiDudes.

You’ll laugh until you cry and cry until you laugh – The BeatiDudes

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Education is FREEDOM and Adversity is Your Superpower | James W. Keyes | Episode #115

Mon, 06 May 2024 09:00:00 -0000

James W. Keyes (Jim) is known internationally as a business and social change agent. His career has included serving as CEO of two Fortune 500 companies (Blockbuster Inc. and 7-Eleven) and creating a strategic consumer product collaboration with Walmart. Additionally, Jim is a patron of the arts and is currently working on ways to share more of the Vatican Museum’s sacred art with the rest of the world.

Passionate about aerospace and aviation, Jim has been a pilot for 40 years. He is a skilled sculptor, painter, musician, and composer. He also enjoys playing various sports, including baseball, golf, polo, tennis, and skiing.

Growing up in a 3-room house full of kids with no running water or electricity, Jim learned the value of hard work and how to find blessings in any situation, including the harsh winters of Massachusetts. In this episode, Jim takes the BeatiDudes through the arc of his life story and shares the amazing lessons he learned along the way.

Jim recently released a book spotlighting how he was able to climb out of poverty through education called “Education is Freedom.”

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Raising Virtuous Kids in a Crazy World | Steve Pokorny | Episode #114

Fri, 03 May 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Steve Pokorny, founder of Freedom Coaching, takes the BeatiDudes on an exploration of raising kids with virtue and understanding of their God-given dignity.

Steve holds an MA in theology and a specialization in catechetics from Franciscan University of Steubenville, as well as an MTS from the John Paul II Institute for Marriage and Family Studies in Washington D.C. Steve is a Certified Life Coach from the Life Coach Training Institute. Author of "Redeemed Vision: Setting the Blind Freed from the Pornified Culture," Steve is also an internationally known speaker. He is married and lives with his family in San Antonio, Texas.

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Setting the Blind Free from the Pornified Culture | Steve Pokorny | Episode #113

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Topic Warning – This episode of The BeatiDudes covers the struggles men and women face with pornography and how to break free from compulsions and understand our true identity in the Father. As always, the language is clean and appropriate, but the topic may not be a good fit for young audiences or in certain situations.

Steve Pokorny holds an MA in theology and a specialization in catechetics from Franciscan University of Steubenville, as well as an MTS from the John Paul II Institute for Marriage and Family Studies in Washington D.C. Steve is a Certified Life Coach from the Life Coach Training Institute. Author of "Redeemed Vision: Setting the Blind Freed from the Pornified Culture," Steve is also an internationally known speaker. He is married and lives with his family in San Antonio, Texas.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of a funeral director to address the prompt, “Other things Abraham could have sacrificed.”

The TBD Question of the Day – What is something you admire about one of your siblings?

The show ends with a special Reverse Simpsons, during which Steve leads the Dudes through a closing prayer.

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Cultivating A Culture of Life | Aaron Fowler | Episode #112

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Aaron Fowler is back for a bonus episode about the culture of life and the need to recognize how God’s grace works with us through a free and abundant gift that provides an opportunity to unite us with God’s divine providence.

Aaron is the Executive Director for Bloom Pregnancy Help Center, previously Birth Choice, in Dallas, Texas. Bloom actively promotes the culture of life and accompanying families as they seek to do the same.

Aaron speaks with great passion about empowering women and helping them to become the heroes of their own stories.

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It’s Raining CATechisms and DOGmas| Aaron Fowler | Episode #111

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0000

From being originally christened into the occult as a baby to being fully baptized into the Catholic church as a child, Aaron Fowler shares the surprising journey of his life.

Aaron is the Executive Director for Bloom Pregnancy Help Center, previously Birth Choice, in Dallas, Texas. Bloom actively promotes the culture of life and accompanies families as they seek to do the same. As he says, “I am just a dad and a farmer, running a pregnancy center.”

Aaron’s pathway to nonprofit leadership was anything but typical. In high school, Aaron’s family moved to the country, where he learned to play guitar. When he returned to the city, he used those skills to play in a few bands in Dallas.

Through his parents’ prayers and the conversion of his grandmother during her last year of life, Aaron was inspired to seek to understand his own faith. Aaron had an incredible moment when he picked up a theology manual from Ludwig Ott, and somehow everything clicked.

Aaron then joined the Franciscans of the Immaculate in Italy during his discernment of the priesthood. During this time, he was also fighting through his initial contraction of Lime disease. His health conditions ultimately helped to complete his discernment as Aaron left religious life.

Aaron and his wife have four boys and are pregnant with their 5th child.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of Crazy Cat Lover to address the prompt, “The next council will be in response to ________.”

The TBD Question of the Day: What is a trait you got from your mother?

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Drinking from the Firehose of the Living Water: Reflection from a Priest’s First Year | Fr. Kevin Kolker | Episode #110

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Fr. Kevin Kolker, the youngest of four siblings, including The BeatiDude's very own Paul Kolker, shares a reflection on his first year of priesthood. He describes the first year as drinking from the firehose of the Living Water.

As the Parochial Vicar at Christ the King Catholic Church in the Diocese of Dallas, Fr. Kevin has loved the opportunity to serve his flock in the sacraments. His description of daily life as a diocesan priest is full of joy and gratitude, especially when describing the opportunities to visit the sick, hear confessions, and pray over the dying.

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Brother Father | Fr. Kevin Kolker, Paul Kolker’s Brother | Episode #109

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Fr. Kevin Kolker, the youngest of four siblings, including The BeatiDude's very own Paul Kolker, serves as the Parochial Vicar at Christ the King Catholic Church in Dallas, Texas. This episode covers the arch of Fr. Kevin’s life journey to the priesthood.

Fr. Kevin grew up in Coppell, Texas, and attended St. Ann Catholic Parish. He went to school at St. Luke in Irving before entering high school at Jesuit Dallas, where he learned about being a man for others and doing all things for the great glory of God. He attended Texas A&M University, where he received degrees in both Mathematics and Philosophy before a short stint in corporate America.

Despite his efforts to run from the Lord’s call, Fr. Kevin came to understand that God wanted him to be a diocesan priest. He then completed his philosophy studies at Holy Trinity Seminary in Dallas before going to Notre Dame Seminary in New Orleans to study theology from 2018-2023. Fr. Kevin was ordained a priest on May 20th, 2023, alongside 7 other men in the Diocese of Dallas.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of a Vindictive Ex to address the prompt, “The youth minister has a tattoo of _____.”

The TBD Question of the day is “Take us back to a song that made you love sick as you were growing up.”

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Let’s Give Them SUMMA to Talk About | Dave Palmer| Episode #108

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Dave Palmer returns to The BeatiDudes, and man, does he have Summa to talk about!

Dave Palmer serves as the General Manager for the local station of the Guadalupe Radio Network in North Texas, KATH 910am. Additionally, Dave is an educator and an expert on the Summa Theologiae.

The Summa Theologiae or Summa Theologica, often referred to simply as the #Summa, is the best-known work of Thomas Aquinas (1225–1274), a scholastic theologian and Doctor of the Church. It is a compendium of all the main theological teachings of the Catholic Church, intended to be an instructional guide for theology students, including seminarians and the literate laity. Presenting the reasoning for almost all points of Christian theology in the West, topics of the Summa follow the following cycle: God; Creation, Man; Man's purpose; Christ; the Sacraments; and back to God.

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Radio For Your Soul | Dave Palmer, General Manager of KATH 910am in DFW | Episode #107

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0000

After interviewing others on Catholic radio for decades, Dave Palmer, General Manager for the Guadalupe Radio Network in North Texas, joins The BeatiDudes as a special guest for one of the funniest episodes across all three seasons.

Early in his career, Dave was inspired by late-night host David Letterman's path and decided to be a weatherman, hoping to break into comedy. Yes, you read that correctly. Throughout his career, Dave has also served as a theology teacher, a morning DJ on a local hit radio station, and an online expert on St Thomas Aquinas’s Summa Theologica.

This show covers a little bit of everything, including trust in the Lord, marriage, humor, and the call to holiness in all of our workplace vocations.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of someone from the past or from the future to address the prompt, “What should I give up for Lent?”

The TBD question of the day: complete this sentence… State your name, and then say what you hate.

On Reverse Simpsons, we hand the show over to Dave Palmer to serve as the host.

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God’s Invitation to the Priesthood | Fr. Peter Pomposello| Episode #106

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes welcome back Fr. Peter Pomposello, a Roman Catholic Priest with the Archdiocese for the Military Services who is currently operating as a Priest Recruiter. Known online as Fr. Uncle Sam, Fr. Peter is on a mission to bring more priests and seminarians to serve in the United States Army and United States Army Reserves as Catholic Priest Chaplains.

As a priest in the Army, Fr. Pomposello jumped out of airplanes in Alaska, deployed to the Middle East to minister to Soldiers in harm's way, and had the joy of celebrating many masses, weddings, and baptisms for the Soldiers and Families of the US Army.

Fr. Peter shares his calling to the Priesthood with the BeatiDudes, weaving together the stories of God’s message in his life through various people and events.

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Fr. Uncle Sam Wants You! | Priest Recruiter Fr. Peter Pomposello | Episode #105

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes welcome Fr. Peter Pomposello, a Roman Catholic Priest with the Archdiocese for the Military Services who is currently operating as a Priest Recruiter. Known online as Fr. Uncle Sam, Fr. Peter is on a mission to bring more priests and seminarians to serve in the United States Army and United States Army Reserves as Catholic Priest Chaplains.

#ArmyPriest #FrUncleSam #PriestRecruiter #Archdioceseforthemilitaryservices

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Holy Spirit Popcorn Party at Dallas Catholic Youth Conference | Episode #102

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes are on location at the Dallas Catholic Youth Conference for this special montage of guests, grace, and goofiness.

Things you will enjoy on this episode:

• New BeatiDudes musical stylings

• Emma-M freestyle rapping

• Stories of encounter through the Eucharist

• Improv games

• Generational differences

• Meatless cookies

• Amazing mustaches

• Evangelization through friendship

• A large live crowd

• Bad dad jokes

• TBD Question – What is God teaching you

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The Pope & the CEO | Andreas Widmer| Episode #103

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Andreas Widmer is an entrepreneur, professor, business coach, popular speaker, and author with 30 years of business experience in international business strategy, economic development, and entrepreneurship. He has worked extensively in the U.S., Europe, Asia, Africa, and Latin America and has launched more than 100 technology products.

Andreas is the founder and director of the Arthur and Carlyse Ciocca Center for Principled Entrepreneurship at The Catholic University of America in Washington, DC. The Ciocca Center is dedicated to promoting a new kind of entrepreneur: one who can integrate personal virtue, the latest entrepreneurial tools, and long-term perspective for enterprises that harness human creativity in the service of individuals and communities.

Prior to his work at Catholic University, he founded and was Co-Director of The SEVEN Fund (devoted to finding enterprise-based solutions to poverty) and a member of the board of The Carpenter’s Fund (which provides loans for building infrastructure in developing countries). He was Executive in Residence at Highland Capital Partners; CEO of tech company VRA Inc.; President & CEO of OTF Group (a leading business strategy and software firm that was formerly part of The Monitor Group). He was VP of International Sales for Eprise (which provides strategic content management solutions to Fortune 1000 companies); VP of Dragon Systems (which pioneered the speech-recognition industry); and VP for FTP Software Worldwide (an internet pioneer that was one of the first and largest technology IPOs).

His book The Pope & the CEO: John Paul II’s Leadership Lessons to a Young Swiss Guard, which explores leadership lessons Andreas learned when, at age 19, he served as a Pontifical Swiss Guard protecting Pope John Paul II—lessons he later applied during his own business career.

Andreas has an advanced business degree and a B.S. degree in business administration in sales management from two Swiss schools and a B.S. degree in international business from Merrimack College (in North Andover, MA). He has an M.S. from St. John’s Seminary (in Boston) and was awarded an honorary doctorate by St. Charles Borromeo Seminary (in Philadelphia) in 2018. He speaks 5 languages: English, German, French, Italian, and some Spanish.

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The Lord Sees You, Knows You, and Loves You | Mari Pablo | Episode #102

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes are on location at the DCYC and proudly welcome Mari Pablo, the second female guest to the show. Mari provides the Dudes with insight about her keynote talk on the Eucharist and delivers a message that is both simple and profound as she reminds us that knowing Jesus is the most important step to living out our faith daily.

Mari Pablo grew up in a devout, always supportive, boisterous Hispanic family in South Florida. She graduated from Franciscan University with a double major in theology and psychology and holds a Master of Theology from the Augustine Institute. She has worked in youth ministry for over 15 years, including as a youth minister in New Orleans and a high school theology teacher in Miami. She is currently serving parishes and universities across the country with The Evangelical Catholic.

Mari is a presenter for Ascension Press in numerous projects, including the YOU-Theology of the Body program for teens, The 99- An evangelization mission series, Connected- Catholic Social Teaching for this generation, Bible Timeline, Chosen- Confirmation and Ascension presents. Mari is well known for her dynamic presentations at the annual Steubenville Youth Conferences, NCYC, NET, Life Teen events, FOCUS conference, diocesan events, and more. Mari has a deep love for food but an even greater love for Christ and is dedicated to helping others encounter Him.

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BeatiDudes at DCYC | Gian Gamboa | Episode #101

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Gian Gamboa helps young people follow Jesus and pursue their God-given dreams. As the MC of the 2024 DCYC conference, Gian joins the BeatiDudes for an incredible

Gian is multifaceted and serves as an MC, keynote speaker, and worship leader. His three primary topics when speaking include:

• How to practically develop a relationship with Jesus in the Catholic faith.

• Theology of the body and chastity.

• Men’s workshops

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of a sports star to address the prompt, “When Jesus comes again, he will talk about _____ first.”

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Looks Like We Made It, Season Two Finale| The BeatiDudes | Episode #100

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0000

The end of Season Two of The BeatiDudes is here, and we are serving up a special double-header for your double pleasure. This is the longest episode in history…. This episode is actually two different recording sessions spliced together to form a finale worthy of serving as the exclamation mark to Season Two.

First, The BeatiDudes reflect on Season Two and their first trip around the sun together.

Then, each Dude takes turns surprising the others with a series of TBD Questions for all to answer.

TBD Question #1: What is something from your life or a moment that you wish you could change or do-over?

TBD Question #2 – What is something you are proud of in your life that you caused to happen?

TBD Question #3: What is one thing your wife would like us to change about The BeatiDudes podcast?

After TBD, The BeatiDudes surprise call music legend Dave Moore for a quick check-in and a dive into the thought process behind Dave’s masterpiece 80s rock anthem about The BeatiDudes.

Then the Dudes enter a super special bonus edition of Blessed are the Joke Makers, with each Dude getting their own prompt and five different characters to play.

As the show gets ready to wrap up, Superfan “Christopher in the Comments” surprises the Dudes by knocking on the door and joining the show. He shares his reflection on Season Two and provides the final point totals.

The show ends with Christopher joining in for a round of Blessed are the Joke Makers, in which they must all assume the persona of the Angriest Road-Rager to address the prompt, “You know you’re Catholic when you love talking about _____.”

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Love Jesus and Laugh with the First BeatiDudette | Ali Hoffman | Episode #099

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Yes, thanks to pioneers like Ali Hoffman, there are, in fact, women guests on The BeatiDudes.

By invitation from the Diocese of Dallas, The BeatiDudes brought the Tiny Table to the 2024 Dallas Catholic Youth Conference to interview the keynote speakers, including Ali, along with many conference attendees.

Ali Hoffman has a passion for Jesus, the Catholic Church, her family, donuts, and Chipotle, in that order. She served with NET Ministries after graduating from the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota, with a degree in Catholic Studies and Family Studies. Later she moved back home to Texas, where she was the co-youth coordinator at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church in Carrollton, Texas, for 6 years.

She now travels the globe full-time, preaching the Gospel and making disciples.

During the show, Ali shares her love for Jesus and provides a sneak peek into the talks she was preparing to give to almost 1500 conference attendees.

Ali joins the Dudes as a participant for Blessed are the Joke Makers, during which each person must take on the persona of an Over-Achieving Soccer Mom to address the prompt, David’s secret weapon to defeat Goliath was _______.”

So, relax and “get your dogs up for Jesus” during this special episode with our first-ever female guest.

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Down Syndrome Diagnosis Provides Opportunity to PRAISE GOD IN ALL THINGS | John Michael Lucido | Episode #098

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0000

As John Michael and his wife journeyed through their second pregnancy, they learned that their son would be born with Down Syndrome. Instead of running from this challenging circumstance, the Lucido family fully embraced God’s perfect gift to the world by naming their son Judah, which in Hebrew means “Praise be to God.”

John Michael is a regional director at FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students), where he and his wife serve the Lord by accompanying others, including fellow missionaries. Their work as a married couple with three kids serves as a model and a witness for young adults nationwide.

This episode of The BeatiDudes is a testament to the power of faith and family and the beauty that comes from our complete surrender to God’s will.

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Big Man on Campus Undergoes Spiritual Renewal | John Michael Lucido | Episode #097

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0000

John Michael Lucido is a regional director at FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students), where he and his wife serve the Lord by accompanying others, including fellow missionaries.

John Michael shares how he tried to find acceptance in the wrong places as he started college and soon had to take a step back to reset his priorities and put God back at the forefront. He reflects on the powerful legacy of great Catholic men who came before him and how we are all standing on the shoulders of the men and women who carved this path for us. This is a story of God’s mercy and His pursuit of true relationship with each of us.

Fun side note - John Michael was a former student of Paul’s back at Jesuit Preparatory School in Dallas, and they recounted some of the fun adventures and memories they shared from those days.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the dudes must take on the persona of someone who shares too much info to address the prompt, “A little know Bible story.”

The TBD Question of the Day asks John Michael and the Dudes to reflect on what they each remember from their own Baptisms.

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Baptized in Spaghetti Sauce: Keeping Faith and Family First | Marcellino D’Ambrosio | Episode #096

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Dr. Italy dives right into the ways in which he and his wife, Susan, instilled a love for Christ and a focus on the family in each of their five children, and the breaking of bread is central to it all.

Dr. Marcellino D’Ambrosio, also known as “Dr. Italy,” holds an MA and PhD in historical theology from the Catholic University of America and is known for delivering profound Catholic truths in understandable and relevant terms. In addition to teaching for CDU, Dr. D’Ambrosio has been a professor at the International Catholic University, Ave Maria University, University of Dallas, and Loyola College in Maryland.

Dr. D’Ambrosio is the director of CrossroadsInitiative.com and regularly discusses the Catholic faith on secular and Catholic TV and radio. His scholarly work has been published in the theological journal Communio. Dr. D’Ambrosio is a New York Times best-selling author for his Guide to the Passion: 100 Questions about the Passion of the Christ and an Amazon best-selling author for his book When the Church was Young: the Voice of the Early Fathers. Most recently, he has contributed to the immensely popular video Bible Studies by Ascension Press, Jesus the Way, the Truth and the Life and What We Believe: the Beauty of the Catholic Faith.

This bonus episode of the show also includes the first-time-ever release of new BeatiDudes music by the legendary Dave Moore.

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Dr. Italy is on a MISSION | Marcellino D’Ambrosio | Episode #095

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Dr. Marcellino D’Ambrosio, also known as “Dr. Italy,” holds an MA and PhD in historical theology from Catholic University of America and is known for delivering profound Catholic truths in understandable and relevant terms. In addition to teaching for CDU, Dr. D’Ambrosio has been a professor at the International Catholic University, Ave Maria University, University of Dallas and Loyola College in Maryland.

Dr. Italy has been leading family, friends, and fellow Christians closer to the person of Christ through his various works for decades. On this episode, The BeatiDudes dive deeper into Dr. Italy’s journey and the current work and impact of his children.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of the Biggest Loser to address the prompt, “Doubting Thomas wished he was known for ______.”

On the TBD Question of the day, the BeatiDudes and Dr. Italy all share their prayer intentions, one that is personal and one for someone else.

This episode also includes a surprise Mozart version of the BeatiDudes welcome back song.

The song concludes with Reverse Simpsons during which Dr. Italy sings one of his favorite prayers from the Liturgy of the Hours.

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Dream BIG | Tom Varano | Episode #094

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Tom Varano is a motivational speaker, painter, and a man of great faith. Through his company, Emotion Into Art, Tom presents an extremely unique Speed Painting and Inspirational speaking performance. This is a nationally recognized show with the goal of inspiring students of all ages to not only follow their dreams but to follow them with PASSION! The performance entertains and captures the students’ attention, while the microphone allows Tom to speak a message of hope and encouragement into their lives.

This show starts with the TBD Question of the Day, “Tell us a story about forgiveness or redemption." You won’t want to miss the powerful answers.

Tom shares one of his inspirational messages for young people, driving them to think BIG. BIG is an acronym for the Books they read, the Individuals they are surrounded by, and the Goals they set for themselves.

This bonus show is the first time the Dudes have ever saved their Reverse Simpsons for the Friday show, and this one is a doozy!!

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From the Pit to the Palace | Tom Varano | Episode #093

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0000

After launching his own photography business at the age of 19, Tom found himself inside a church for the first time in a long time on a photography assignment when the Holy Spirit connected with his heart, and he was instantly changed. This moment helped Tom begin healing from the abuse and shame of his childhood.

During the show, Tom shares a series of stories that you must hear to believe. From answered prayers and unlikely heroes to acts of sacrifice and lightning bolt moments from the Lord.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of a spoiled rotten kid to address the prompt, “I got seven deadly sins, but ____ ain’t one.”

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Pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet | Fr. Chris Alar, MIC | Episode #092

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet with Fr. Chris Alar and the BeatiDudes in this special bonus episode.

How to pray the Chaplet (text credit from The Divine Mercy website)

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Father Chris Alar, MIC, is the Provincial Superior of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of Mercy Province of the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception in the United States and Argentina. The Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception are entrusted with spreading the message and devotion of Divine Mercy.

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Jesus, I Trust in YOU | Fr. Chris Alar, MIC | Episode #091

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Fr. Chris gives an easy acronym for remembering the devotion to Divine Mercy – FINCH.

F – The Feast of Divine Mercy
I – The Image of Divine Mercy
N – The Novena of Divine Mercy
C – The Chaplet of Divine Mercy
H – The Hour of Divine Mercy (3:00pm)

He goes on to explain the formula for holiness on our pathway to Heaven with a simple A, B, C approach.

A – Ask for God’s mercy.
B – Be merciful to each other
C – Completely trust in God’s mercy

Fr. Chris wrote and produced the popular "Divine Mercy 101" and "Explaining the Faith" YouTube series and is the author of the bestselling books After Suicide: There's Hope for Them and for You, as well as Understanding Divine Mercy. He is host of the EWTN show Living Divine Mercy, which airs on Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. EST. From 2014-2024, he served as "Fr. Joseph, MIC," the Director of the Association of Marian Helpers.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of an aging beauty queen to address the prompt, “you’ll find this in Heaven.”

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José and the Synod | José Manuel De Urquidi | Episode #090

Fri, 09 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0000

José Manuel De Urquidi is the founder of Juan Diego & Co., a group dedicated to helping brands and organizations connect with Latinos. After realizing early success and serving a niche in the podcast market, José left everything to start Juan Diego Network and create high-quality audio productions for Latinos. Juan Diego Network was recognized early on for its impact and won the 2020 OSV Innovation Challenge

In 2023, José was nominated by the Latin American Bishop's Conference and appointed by the Holy Father as a non-bishop voting delegate in the month-long Synod sessions of October 2023 and October 2024 in the Vatican. In this episode of the BeatiDudes, José explains the basics of a Synod, how the process works, and why it matters.

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Juan Diego Podcaster | José Manuel De Urquidi | Episode #089

Mon, 05 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0000

In 2023, José was nominated by the Latin American Bishop Conference and appointed by the Holy Father as a non-bishop voting delegate in the month-long sessions of October 2023 and October 2024 in the Vatican.

José is no stranger to innovation and experimentation, and he finds strength in the inspiration and faithfulness of Juan Diego. Almost 500 years ago, Juan Diego said yes to Our Lady of Guadalupe and brought millions to know and love Jesus. Today, José is helping many more to say “Yes” to new evangelization methods. He has launched over 90 podcasts and loves experimenting with different styles and approaches.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of the coolest hipster to address the prompt, “I would like _______ for Christmas.”

On the TBD Question of the Day, the Dudes all answer the question, “What is something you’ve struggled with recently?”

On Reverse Simpsons, José, Paul, and Nick must collectively take on a series of 3 brain teasers led by Jeff. Will they get them all?

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A Near Occasion of COMEDY | Joe Conditt | Episode #088

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Joe Condit is a serial entrepreneur and the founder of the Catholic Speakers Organization (CSO). Since its inception in 2006, the company has become the largest Catholic-focused speakers bureau in the world - spreading the Word of God by promoting and representing professional speakers of Faith that do it best. The Catholic Speakers Organization represents and books 400+ diocesan approved Catholic speakers all over the world for any type of event or public appearance enriching communities everywhere.

In addition, Joe is also the producer, director and chairman of the National Catholic Men’s Conference, an annual event held in Cincinnati, Ohio to help men of all ages and faiths grow closer in their relationship with Jesus Christ.

Joe gets vulnerable on this episode sharing the details of his childhood and his ongoing battle with Lyme Disease. He goes on to encourage men to stop putting on a mask and to be real about whatever life stage they are experiencing. The more we address our problems, the more likely we are to find solutions through community and authentic fraternity. Joe’s message – You are not in this alone.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, Bonus Edition, the Dudes must each portray a different persona to address the prompt, “The best pilgrimages offer ____ to its pilgrims.”

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Spreading the WORD of GOD with the Catholic Speakers Organization | Joe Conditt| Episode #087

Mon, 29 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Joe shares the moments that launched his ministry from representing his sister as a Catholic speaker to landing Fr. John Corapi as an early client. Joe also told the story of the 2023 National Men’s Conference, where he and his team set up an incredibly touching moment and had Jonathan Roumie, the actor who plays Jesus in The Chosen, surprise an assembly of elementary students the day before his talk on the big stage.

The night before filming this episode of The BeatiDudes, Joe joined Jim Caviezel, the actor who plays Jesus in The Passion of the Christ, for the NCAA Football Championship game and witnessed the greatest moment he has ever seen in sports. Tune in to find out what it was.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of a recently engaged person to address the prompt, “What is talked about at the pub?”

The TBD Question of the Day is “Tell us about your proposal.”

And don’t miss Reverse Simpsons designed by Jeff where the Nick and Paul must stuff their mouth with six marshmallows before trying to get Joe to guess a series of 3 secret words each.

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YOU Will Never Be the Same After a Personal Pilgrimage Encounter | Philip Ryall| Episode #086

Fri, 26 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Philip Ryall is the founder of Harvest Journeys and an incredible BeatiDudes guest from down under. On this bonus show, Philip shares the journey of his childhood, including the time at 13 years old when he had a profound encounter with Christ during a horseback riding camp. That experience led Philip to become a young writer sharing his love of God with classmates. While he didn’t have a vocation to the priesthood, he clearly knew that he had a calling to share the Gospel through all his gifts, especially through pilgrimage.

For over 30 years, Harvest Journeys has been singularly devoted to faith-based travel. They are 100% dedicated to Catholic pilgrimage and providing every traveler with the greatest opportunities to reap the abundant fruit that pilgrimage provides.

Every pilgrim group is accompanied by a Catholic who helps to connect the external physical journey with the interior faith journey by providing opportunities for spiritual guidance, scripture, prayer, and reflection at holy sites and access to the Sacraments.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers Bonus Edition, each of the Dudes must take on a different persona to address the prompt, “I am guilty of ______.”

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Be TRANSFORMED on PILGRIMAGE, Open Yourself to ENCOUNTER | Philip Ryall| Episode #085

Mon, 22 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Philip Ryall is the founder of Harvest Journeys and the second Australian BeatiDudes guest.

As a young man, Philip joined his father on a series of road trips throughout Australia that helped to set his career in motion as he found his love for planning the journey and exploring God’s beauty. He realized over the years that pilgrimage is not just about information, it’s about transformation.

Join the show as Philip shares hilarious stories of moments where an Australian concept gets lost in translation for American audiences. He then goes on to share stories of miraculous healing in Lourdes and reconciliation in the Holy Land that are only made possible through the encounter moments of pilgrimage.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of a Broadcast News or Sports Anchor to address the prompt, “There will be ______ in eternity.”

The Question of the Day is to reflect on your sleep habits and the memories you have of your dreams, or lack thereof.

On Reverse Simpsons, Philip presents the Dudes, each with their own Akubra (Australian hats and Aussie tradition).

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Hip-Hop and HOLY Spirit | Joel Stepanek | Episode #084

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Joel Stepanek is the Chief Operating Officer for the National Eucharistic Congress and an avid fan of great music. After stumbling across the band Black-Eyed Peas in 2001, Joel created a website about the group and their upbeat, positive style of hip-hop music. His work was noticed early on by the band, and they soon reached out to Joel to offer him news, updates, and backstage passes for his fan site. As high school progressed, Joel stopped updating the site just a bit before the Black-Eyed Peas became a worldwide phenomenon.

However, the lessons of Joel’s connection to the band did not end with the website. Instead, Joel realized that his love for music and its ability to transform the people who hear it paled in comparison to the similar impact that ministry could have on the world and that is why he dropped his other career pursuits to focus on the sharing the greatest thing of all, the Gospel.

Joel is also an author with several books under his belt, covering many topics, including humility, authentic masculinity, and discernment. He explains that discernment is the ability to listen and respond to the interior movements of the Holy Spirit in our heart, and it requires a spiritual “affective”ness and an emotional “affective”ness.

Joel’s closing message to men to close out the show concludes with three questions to ask each day:

What are you creating?
What are you cultivating?
What are you protecting?

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What are YOU Doing for The National Eucharistic Congress? | Joel Stepanek | Episode #083

Mon, 15 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Joel Stepanek is the Chief Operating Officer for the National Eucharistic Congress taking place in Indianapolis in July of 2024. The attendees will be united, formed, healed, and sent out as evangelists. This is the first event of its kind since the 1940s. Prior to the Congress, four separate Eucharistic processions will cross America and converge in Indianapolis.

Joel leads the BeatiDudes in a review of all the ways in which we can participate in the Congress, starting with the fundamental question of “how are we allowing God to work in us and through us?”

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of a Drill Sergeant to address the prompt, “Lord, I need _____.”

The TBD question of the day is where would you go in the United States if someone gifted you and your spouse with an all expense paid trip for the week?

On Reverse Simpsons, Joel plays a game of “Password” with Nick and Paul, orchestrated by Jeff. Points are given, and points are taken away.

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Revealing the FACE of God | Fr. Andrew Dalton | Episode #082

Fri, 12 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0000

On this Bonus episode of The BeatiDudes, Fr. Dalton reflects on his journey to the priesthood, which includes an incredible college chapter during which he served as the Georgia Tech Mascot “Buzz” and powerful Holy Spirit nudges from a friend who ended up on a reality TV show on MTV.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of a Drunk Uncle to address the prompt, “_________, a near occasion of sin.”

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The Burial Cloth of Jesus - NEW Reasons to BELIEVE | Fr. Andrew Dalton | Episode #081

Mon, 08 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0000

Fr. Dalton obtained a Postgraduate Certificate in Shroud Studies in 2011 and became a board member of Othonia, an international center of investigation on the Shroud, in 2017.

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Universal Wisdom from Father of Nine (that also applies to YOU) | Brian Burch | Episode #080

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0000

As a devoted husband, father of nine, and President and Founder of CatholicVote, Brian Burch provides a leading voice of faith and reason for the modern world and a witness to the beauty of big families. CatholicVote is an advocacy organization that inspires lay Catholics in America to live out the truths of our faith in public life.

The episode starts with Brian sharing incredible details about his large family (nine kids) and the surprise set of twins that his wife delivered at the conclusion of their first pregnancy. Brian reflects on the sanctifying grace of parenthood as he also prepares to become a grandfather in the months ahead.

Brian talks about the work of Arthur Brooks and his book From Strength to Strength as he reflects on the second half of life, where wisdom and experience allow you to be a mentor to others. Brian also highlights that kids who grow up in homes where fathers go to church are dramatically more likely to stay active in their faith as adults.

In his parting advice to men, Brian encourages men to rediscover their role as men by owning our involvement in supporting our children and wives as we live out the complementarity of our marriage. He also encourages us to keep laughing and modeling joy as we journey through life.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers bonus edition, each of the Dudes takes on a different persona to address the prompt, “The newest Catholic podcast talks about _______.”

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CatholicVote Founder is Appealing to the MASSES | Brian Burch | Episode #079

Mon, 01 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0000

As a devoted husband, father of nine, and President and Founder of CatholicVote, Brian Burch provides a leading voice of faith and reason for the modern world.

CatholicVote is an advocacy organization that inspires lay Catholics in America to live out the truths of our faith in public life. Knowing that the current culture and politics can be daunting and frustrating, Brian lives by the mantra, “The greater the challenge, the greater the adventure.”

Brian encourages all Mass-attending Catholics to focus more on getting their fellow parishioners to vote in each election than to worry about converting a longtime holdout. Brian also shares his reflections on the liberation that comes from following the guidance of nature, the Bible, and over 2,000 years of wisdom from the smartest people who came before us.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of a person stuck in the decade of your choice to address the prompt, “Things Jesus never spoke about.”

The TBD question for this episode is “Describe 2023 in two words. Expand on those words after your answer.”

On Reverse Simpsons, Brian and the Dudes give their New Year’s resolutions for 2024.

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Conquering the CHAOS, Wisdom from CEO and Father of Seven Shares | Rob Hays | Episode #078

Fri, 22 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Rob Hays, CEO of Ashford Hospitality, is a finance and business leader with two decades of experience in strategy and corporate finance. He is passionate about finding innovative ways to solve problems, particularly for businesses and industries that are trying to build a better society and have a focus on human flourishing.

In addition to his business skills and accomplishments, Rob enjoys intellectual & moral formation, the integration of faith in professional life, helping those who struggle with issues of homelessness, and striving to live as a faithful Catholic husband, father, friend, and mentor.

Rob shares more about his family during this episode as he and his wife prepare to welcome baby #7 in just a few weeks. He also reflects that having four boys first, before a string of 3 girls, led to maximum chaos in his house for many years. He also drops child-raising wisdom on the Dudes and references Jim Stenson’s book Father, The Family Protector. He reminds us to always bear in mind that we are raising adults.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers Bonus Edition, the Dudes must take different personas for Rob to guess as they address the prompt, “Records of _____ are found in the secret Vatican archives.”

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Catholic CEO’s COVID Rollercoaster (You Can’t Learn This in a Book) | Rob Hays | Episode #077

Mon, 18 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Rob shares his reflection on how difficult it was to navigate the 2020 shutdowns while running a hospitality company that needed to furlough roughly 90% of its workforce. Around that same time, Rob was asked if he would move into the CEO role, which he gladly accepted after a powerful conversation with his dad.

When reflecting on how he managed the stress of the situation, Rob was grateful that he had formed the habits of daily prayer, Rosaries, and mass before facing the storm. He found that he could not make it through the day if not for those spiritual habits.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of an incompetent doctor to address the prompt, “a Catholic’s secret guilty pleasure.”

Heading in the break, Rob is put on the spot and sings an incredible rendition of “I Want It That Way” by the Backstreet Boys.

Next, Rob goes on to detail life as the CEO of “meme stock” and the rollercoaster that ensured. Next the Dudes and Rob answer the BeatiDudes (TBD) question of the day, “What is something you want more of in your life?”

The show finishes with a Reverse Simpsons game of Secret Santa that is full of great surprises.

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My Perfectly Imperfect LIFE | Luis Gonzalez | Episode #076

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes are back for a bonus episode inside the St. Vincent de Paul Pharmacy in Dallas with special guest Luis Gonzalez, CEO of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul North Texas.

When you meet a CEO, it’s easy to assume their life has been smooth sailing. Luis invites us to learn more about his rollercoaster journey and to remove that façade of perfection. In his reflections, Luis is bold and vulnerable in sharing the trials of his home life.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers Bonus Edition, each of the Dudes must take on a different persona to address the prompt, “Things Jesus never spoke about….”

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Come FOLLOW Me | Luis Gonzalez | Episode #075

Mon, 11 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes are on the road for this REMOTE BROADCAST from the St. Vincent de Paul Pharmacy in Dallas with special guest Luis Gonzalez, CEO of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul North Texas. The pharmacy is a charitable organization providing free prescriptions to people in need, serving hundreds of thousands of prescription orders since its inception.

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is a worldwide network of 800,000 lay Catholics inspired by Gospel values to grow in holiness and build a more just world through personal relationships with and service to people in need.

St Vincent de Paul includes men and women of every age, every race, and every income level who share their blessings of time, talent, and treasure with those who need help and hope. Like the Good Samaritan, St. Vincent de Paul members are ready to help anyone regardless of religion, age, or background.

The National Council serves nearly 90,000 faith-filled Vincentian volunteers nationwide, providing resources, spiritual formation, and best practices for more than 4,000 local Conferences and 500 Councils across the country.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of a Doomsday Street Prophet to address the prompt, “________, the new hit Catholic musical.”

The TBD (The BeatiDudes) Question of the day – What did you learn about yourself during quarantine?

On Reverse Simpsons, the Dudes and Luis play an exciting game of Categories.

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Viral JOY | Michael Hoffman | Episode #074

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Motivational speaker Michael Hoffman shares the fascinating tale about the multiple times he and his family made dance videos in the kitchen that each went majorly viral.

The most popular of these viral videos was performed to the song Hold My Hand by Jess Glenn - - and Michael’s family stopped counting the numbers once they crossed TWO HUNDRED MILLION VIEWS.

As President of Igniting Performance, Michael's extensive background in the people side of business, the psychology of team dynamics, and one-on-one interactions provide a unique platform for the skill sets of influence that EVERY person needs to be successful. Thousands of people have benefited from Michael's messages from his programs Secrets of the 1%er's and Mastering the Tornado Series.

The show starts with Blessed are the Joke Makers Bonus Edition, in which each Dude takes on a different persona to address the prompt, “What priests really want to talk about in their homilies.”

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Start with Laughter, End with Hope | Michael Hoffman | Episode #073

Mon, 04 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Michael Hoffman is an exceptional motivational speaker and audience igniter and his clients bring him back repeatedly to Ignite Performance and Ignite a Culture of Progress.

Over the last decade, Michael’s talks have continued to include the same principles but have become more faith-forward.

When asked for speakers that inspired Michael’s career, he immediately went to Leo Buscaglia. Paul talked about Zig Ziglar and Jason Evert, and Nick mentioned Kevin Carroll’s talk on the red rubber ball.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes embody “the boss” to address the prompt, “I’m a bad Catholic because of…”

Michael reflects on his speaking career and his joy when sharing the stage with his daughter Ally.

On the TBD question of the day, Michael and Dudes each answer the question, “What app or resource do you use to assist in your spiritual journey?”

On Reverse Simpsons, the dudes must attempt new lyrics to The BeatiDudes theme song.

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FORGIVE ME | Chad Simpson | Episode #072

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Chad Simpson joins the BeatiDudes for a bonus conversation about family, faith, and being a great Chad-Dad. Chad is a convert to the faith who seeks to let the faith permeate all aspects of his life, giving his best in all he does.

After facing fertility issues throughout their marriage, Chad and his wife have raised three children who are fairly spread apart, and he imparts his parenting wisdom to the Dudes.

While continuing to serve as a sales executive, Chad has also completed all the work and studies to become an Oblate of St. Benedict, shaping his life by living the wisdom of Christ as expressed in the Rule of St. Benedict. Specifically, Chad has studied under the Kansas Monks in Atchison, Kansas.

The show concludes with Chad sharing a prayer from the Liturgy of the Hours, “God come to my assistance, Lord make haste to help me.”

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Sufficient Amounts of Wine & The Rule of St. Benedict | Chad Simpson | Episode #071

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Feeling the pull to dive deeper into prayer and purpose years ago, Chad Simpson eventually entered the process to become a Benedictine Oblate. He joins the BeatiDudes for a reflection on this journey and how the Rule of St. Benedict has shaped his life.

Work and Pray – Ora et Labora.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of a video game addict to address the prompt, “My old Catholic grandma is known for ________.”

For Reverse Simpsons, Chad and the Dudes play BeatiSNUDES – a wine-tasting challenge to rank three wines from most expensive to least expensive.

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WITNESSING in the Workplace | Jordan Raynor | Episode #070

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes welcome back speaker, author, and entrepreneur Jordan Raynor to discuss practical ways to witness in the workplace and intentionally move conversations from the surface to the serious to the spiritual.

Through his bestselling books (The Creator in You, Redeeming Your Time, Master of One, and Called to Create), the Mere Christians podcast, and his weekly devotionals, Jordan has helped millions of Christians connect the gospel to their work.

In addition to his writing, Jordan serves as the Executive Chairman of Threshold 360, a venture-backed tech startup that Jordan previously ran as CEO following a string of successful ventures.

Jordan has twice been selected as a Google Fellow and served in The White House under President George W. Bush. A sixth-generation Floridian, Jordan lives in Tampa with his wife and their three young daughters. The Raynors are proud members of The Church at Odessa.

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The Sacredness of Secular Work | Jordan Raynor | Episode #069

Mon, 20 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes are joined by speaker, author, and entrepreneur Jordan Raynor to discuss faith and work. This ecumenical conversation challenges listeners to realize our role in making every workplace sacred through our existence as Christians and through the excellence of our work.

In addition to his writing, Jordan serves as the Executive Chairman of Threshold 360, a venture-backed tech startup that Jordan previously ran as CEO following a string of successful ventures.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of a busy basketball coach to address the prompt, “If I had a $100,000 bottle of wine, I would open it for ______.”

The TBD Question of the Day – what is something good you learned at a bad job?

The show concludes with a Reverse Simpsons during which Jordan takes over as the host of the show to challenge the Dudes and listeners to have gratitude for everything.

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The GOOD Shepherd | Bishop Edward J. Burns | Episode #068

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Most Reverend Edward J. Burns, Bishop of the Diocese of Dallas, is back for a deep-dive discussion on the shepherd’s role in leading the flock. Two years ago, Bishop Burns launched a series of listening sessions in preparation for the 2024 Dallas Synod. The implementation of the solutions from this process will culminate in December 2031 with the 500th anniversary celebration of Our Lady of Guadalupe appearing to St. Juan Diego.

Bishop Burns was ordained to the priesthood with the Diocese of Pittsburgh on June 25, 1983. Next, he was ordained a Bishop and installed in the Diocese of Juneau, Alaska, in 2009. The Diocese of Dallas was blessed when the Most Reverend Edward J. Burns was installed as the eighth Bishop of the Diocese of Dallas in 2017.

The TBD Question in this episode is an all-time favorite – what is something you learned from your mom or dad growing up?

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LAUGH and Learn | Bishop Edward J. Burns | Episode #067

Mon, 13 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Most Reverend Edward J. Burns, Bishop of the Diocese of Dallas, brings the leaven and the levity to this episode as he shares the details of his vocation journey. This conversation offers an opportunity to get to know Bishop Burns on a deeper level and to join him for a series of meaningful reflections and belly-aching laughs.

Bishop Burns desires to bring others before our Lord Jesus Christ and keeps that mission at the forefront of everything he does. He is a servant leader, and his motto is Pray with Confidence.

In this episode, the Dudes face off in a game of Blessed are the Joke Makers in which they must take on the persona of an eccentric billionaire to address the prompt, “The Pope is writing about _____ right now.”

And to finish off the show with our very special Reverse Simpsons, the Dudes ask Bishop Burns nine rapid-fire questions in a game of “Burning Questions for Bishop Burns.”

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ABANDONED… But Not Alone | Dan Donaldson | Episode #066

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Dan Donaldson’s birth father abandoned his mom and 4 siblings while Dan was still in the womb. When a new man entered his mom’s life, Dan found the father he needed in his youth. Subsequently, Dan navigated the pathways of faith throughout his life, ultimately leading him to find love at first sight and a heart for Christ.

Today, Dan has a passion for strengthening men in faith, virtue, and character and the professional acumen to transform this passion into reality. He serves as the Vice President for the Catholic Men’s Leadership Alliance with previous experience working as an executive for Real Life Catholic and the Augustine Institute. Abandoned

The Catholic Men's Leadership Alliance exists to help Catholic men in every diocese claim, discover, or rediscover a relationship with Jesus Christ. They help men live out their Catholic faith with integrity, servant leadership, and boldness in their marriages, families, parishes, and local communities.

Their mission is to equip Catholic clergy and lay leaders to better evangelize and disciple Catholic men to a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ.

Strengthen the man, strengthen the family.
Strengthen the family, strengthen the Church.
Strengthen the Church, transform the culture.

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Heroic Men, CALLED to Lead | Dan Donaldson | Episode #065

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Dan Donaldson has a passion for strengthening men in faith, virtue, and character and the professional acumen to transform this passion into reality. He serves as the Vice President for the Catholic Men’s Leadership Alliance with previous experience working as an executive for Real Life Catholic and the Augustine Institute.

Their mission is to equip Catholic clergy and lay leaders to better evangelize and disciple Catholic men to a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ.

Strengthen the man, strengthen the family.

Strengthen the family, strengthen the Church.

Strengthen the Church, transform the culture.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of a Grandma to address the prompt, “What did I bring back from Rome?”

On the TBD Question (The BeatiDudes Question), Dan and the Dudes answer the question, “What was your experience during St. Michael’s Lent (the 40 days leading up to this recording), and what was God teaching you throughout the process?”

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Authentic FRATERNITY & BeatiDude Affirmations | Will Hickl | Episode #064

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Super Guest Will Hickl takes the show over once again as he dishes out countless affirmations for The BeatiDudes in a demonstration of authentic fraternity.

Will Hickl is a husband, father, worship leader, producer, songwriter, DJ, author, and software professional, holding certifications as a Project Management Professional (PMP)® and Lean Six Sigma Black Belt. With over a decade of experience in the music industry and a passion for serving artists, Will started the grassroots record label NOVUM RECORDS and has helped artists release hundreds of songs to date.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers bonus edition, each of the Dudes takes on a different persona to address the prompt, “There will be _____ in eternity.”

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The New (NOVUM) Catholic Renaissance | Will Hickl | Episode #063

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Will jumpstarts the show with his own questions for the BeatiDudes and then shares the complex journey of his life as a musician and music producer.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, Will joins the Dudes in taking on the persona of a vampire to address the prompt, “I would be the patron saint of ______.”

Today’s The BeatiDudes Question (TBD) of the day is “What faith-based tradition do you recall fondly?”

And to finish the show with a memorable Reverse Simpsons, Will performs a new song called Voices live in The BeatiDudes studio.

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Settling Into SURRENDER | Jonathan Doyle | Episode #062

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Jonathan Doyle, international Catholic speaker, author, businessman, and executive coach, joins The BeatiDudes all the way from Australia for this Friday bonus episode that gets deep fast. Jonathan shares a reflection on how his trauma-filled childhood led him to eventually surrender it all to God.

Jonathan has spoken around the world to more than 400,000 people on topics related to Catholic education, Catholic mission and identity, leadership, teacher wellbeing, resilience peak performance, and more. He is also the founder of an influential education and media business that delivers training content to hundreds of organizations and thousands of individuals around the world on a weekly basis.

Jonathan holds an undergraduate degree in education from the University of Canberra, a master’s degree in educational leadership and management from the University of Newcastle and has also undertaken post-graduate study in philosophical anthropology with the John Paul II Pontifical Institute.

He is the author of multiple books on relationships and peak performance and, each day shares these same ideas with a large global audience via two separate podcasts.

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The Third Great CRISIS of The Church | Jonathan Doyle | Episode #061

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Jonathan Doyle, international Catholic speaker, author, businessman, and executive coach, joins The BeatiDudes all the way from Australia for this episode on solving the problems of our modern culture.

He is the author of multiple books on relationships and peak performance and, each day shares these same ideas with a large global audience via two separate podcasts.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of an over-achieving soccer mom to address the prompt, “______, the hit Catholic Musical.”

Play along at home by answering The BeatiDudes Questions of the Day (T.B.D.), “What prayer has recently been answered for you?”

The episode ends with a special Reverse Simpsons where Jonathan attempts a Culture Crossover by sharing phrases and idioms from Australia to test the Dudes on their understanding of each one. Hilarity ensures.

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A Catholic Response to RACISM | Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers | Episode #060

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers – known around the world as the “Dynamic Deacon” – is one of the most sought-after speakers in the Church today. He is a powerful and passionate evangelist and preacher whose no-nonsense approach to living and proclaiming the Catholic faith will challenge and inspire those who hear him.

Deacon’s newest book, Building a Civilization of Love – A Catholic Response to Racism, dives deep into the void in our culture today that is being filled by people using racism as a vehicle to push a different agenda. The conversation starts with an academic separation of prejudice and racism and a review of slavery in the scriptures. Deacon goes on to highlight that the only antidote to racism is Jesus.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must each take on a different persona to answer the prompt, “Things Jesus never spoke about.”

In addition to appearing on The BeatiDudes, Deacon Harold also travels across the United States and around the world, speaking to everyone who desires to know Jesus intimately and enjoy a deeper personal relationship with Him. His areas of expertise include marriage and family life, discerning the will of God, the sacraments, male spirituality, evangelization, prayer, and many others.

Deacon Harold holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Economics and Business Administration from the University of Notre Dame and a Master of Theological Studies Degree from the University of Dallas. He co-hosts the national weekly broadcast “Living Stones” on Mater Dei Radio. Deacon Harold has appeared in the major feature film Power in My Hands and is the creator of Walk by Faith Wednesday Webinars, a weekly hour of Catholic catechesis and teaching.

In addition, he is the host or co-host of several popular series on EWTN television and is featured on the renowned Chosen faith formation program by Ascension Press. Deacon Harold is an award-winning author who has written six books, including Behold the Man: A Catholic Vision of Male Spirituality, Father Augustus Tolton: The Slave Who Became the First African-American Priest, and the acclaimed new book Building a Civilization of Love: A Catholic Response to Racism.

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BEHOLD the Man | Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers | Episode #059

Mon, 16 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0000

During this episode, Deacon Harold shares the journey of his pathway to becoming a permanent Deacon and a Benedictine Oblate of Mount Angel Abbey. Deacon’s true-life adventure story inspires all who hear it with moments of love, docility to the Holy Spirit, humor, and masculinity.

“Reverse Simpsons” for this episode is a lightning round of pastoral parenting questions for Deacon Harold, during which he doesn’t skip a beat.

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Raising Kids VIRTUOUSLY (Not Virtually) | Bobby Angel | Episode #058

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Catholic author and speaker Bobby Angel joins the BeatiDudes for a bonus show about the challenges and joys of raising virtuous kids who love the Lord. He recognizes that every child in the womb is a miracle, every child born is a miracle, and then raising them for 18 years likely takes a series of miracles.

As Bobby quotes St. John Paul II, we find ourselves in being a gift of ourselves.

Bobby is a Catholic author, speaker, and mentor-in-training with the CatholicPsych Institute, with more than twenty years of experience in ministry. He is the author of the recently released book Gaming and The Heroic Life: A Quest for Holiness in the Virtual World. He is also the co-author with his wife, Jackie, of Pray, Decide, & Don't Worry (also with Fr. Mike Schmitz) and Forever: A Catholic Devotional for Your Marriage.

Bobby and Jackie are also prolific speakers focusing on Catholic marriage, discernment, and the Theology of the Body. They are regular contributors on Ascension Presents, and their podcast, Conversations with Jackie and Bobby, can be found on all major podcast platforms thanks to the team at Spoke Street Media.

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GAMING and the Heroic Life | Bobby Angel | Episode #057

Mon, 09 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Bobby Angel’s journey to evangelization is full of exciting stops along the way. Learn how this Florida native approached his vocation discernment and the answered prayers he received upon meeting his wife.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of an eccentric billionaire to address the prompt, “Seminarians talk about _____ after class.”

This episode ends with a very special Reverse Simpsons during which Bobby and the Dudes complete a Mad Libs about St Francis that tells his story in an entirely new light.

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The Middle Earth Approach to Living the Faith | Chris Faddis | Episode #056

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0000

In times such as these, we should come together as Christians to build our own ecosystem and find the opportunities in each of the hurdles presented by the modern world. Chris Faddis joins the Dudes in an exploratory conversation on how each of us can be in the world but not of the world.

Chris Faddis is surprised on the show with the ultimate BeatiGift, a remake of the BeatiDudes logo complete with Chris Faddis’ cartoon face appearing as the fourth BeatiDude.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers Bonus edition, each of the Dudes must take on a different persona to address the prompt, “Catechism 2866 talks about _______.”

Chris is the co-founder of Solidarity Healthshare. He lives in Arizona with his wife, Jennifer, and their five beautiful children.

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Wife’s WITNESS in Death Inspires New Healthshare Ministry | Chris Faddis | Episode #055

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0000

On Easter Sunday, 2011, Chris Faddis’ late wife Angela was admitted to the hospital after an emergency room visit revealed a large mass in her colon and multiple masses in her liver. The diagnosis was stage IV metastatic colon cancer, with no chance of a cure. Upon doctors informing the couple of the news, Angela’s words to Chris were, “Jesus still rose, so we will trust.”

Her witness in death inspired Chris and his friend Dr. John Oertle to launch Solidarity HealthShare, a national not-for-profit ministry that provides an affordable and ethical alternative to fund healthcare costs while protecting and practicing Catholic beliefs. Chris shares the ups and downs of getting Solidarity off the ground and enjoys many laughs and some singalongs with the BeatiDudes throughout it all.

Chris is married to Jennifer, and they have five beautiful children.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of the world’s greatest salesperson to address the prompt, “Jesus specialized in ______ before his public ministry.” Paul delivers a mic-drop moment for the ages.

The TBD Question of the day - “What is a time in your life that you wish you could do over?”

The show concludes in true Reverse Simpsons fashion when Chris and the Dudes go head-to-head in a grip-strength competition.

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Aspiring Start-Up Monk Finds LOVE Through an Algorithm | Nathan Pinto | Episode #054

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0000

While discerning consecrated life and desiring to become a “start-up Monk,” Nathan Pinto built a dating app that he tested for himself. When his friend Mariana ranked the highest out of 300 women on the spreadsheet, Nathan asked her on a date, and then he knew she was the one. Nathan and his wife are now happily married and expecting a baby girl soon.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, Bonus Edition, each of the Dudes takes on a different persona to address the prompt, “You’ll find this in Heaven.”

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KICKED OUT of Seminary Due to Start-Up Success | Nathan Pinto | Episode #053

Mon, 25 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0000

At nineteen years old, Nathan Pinto dropped to his knees and asked God to prove that He was a loving and caring God by addressing a series of 10 questions. If God was able to address these questions, Nathan promised to commit the rest of his life to God. As Nathan recalls, the answers came, and Nathan found himself slowly becoming less wild and more holy.

Halfway through college, Nathan jokingly prayed during the last rivalry football game between Texas A&M and the University of Texas that he would finish his education at whichever school won the game. Texas A&M lost on a last-second field goal, and Nathan soon transferred. He is known to be intense.

That intensity thread continues throughout Nathan’s rollercoaster journey of discernment and entrepreneurship that you must hear to believe. Nathan’s story includes launching a startup with his students while teaching at a Jesuit prep school, creating a retail marketplace for goat meat, taking on the payday loan issues, and eventually launching the company that consumes a large part of his current focus, a financial tech company called Credit Mountain.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the dudes must take on the persona of a legendary rock star to address the prompt, “Love is patient, love is kind, love is _______.”

The TBD Question on the day – When was a time that you misjudged a situation, and then when you learned more, your perspective shifted entirely?

The show closes with a reverse Simpsons, during which the Dudes try to impress Nathan with new business names and taglines.

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The Extraordinary CALL to Vocation | Fr. Fergal O'Duill LC | Episode #052

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Fr. Fergal leads a discussion on the call to vocation and

the role each of us plays in recognizing and encouraging men to consider the

priesthood. He reflects on the idea that

God uses ordinary means for extraordinary purposes.

The show starts with a reflection on family and the

recent ordination to the priesthood of Paul’s brother, Fr. Kevin Kolker.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, Bonus Edition, the Dudes

must each take on a different persona to address the prompt, “On the 8th

day, God created __________.”

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An IRISH Man’s Journey to Priesthood | Fr. Fergal O'Duill LC | Episode #051

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Fr. Fergal O’Duill is an Irish-born priest with a deep love for Jesus. Throughout his discernment journey, Fr. Fergal was continuously shown that God’s plan was always better than his own.

Fr. Fergal starts us off episode two with a reflection on his childhood as the youngest of 8 kids growing up in Ireland. Fr. Fergal was raised by a fervent Catholic father who modeled a love for the Lord and a deep friendship with Jesus. During college, he came to realize that God loved him and had a plan for his life, setting him on a journey of evangelization that led to the priesthood.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of a die-hard conservative to address the prompt, “The newest Catholic podcast talks entirely about ___________.”

For the TBD Question of the day, each Dude is asked to reflect on a gift they have each been given by the Holy Spirit.

The show concludes with a traditional Irish blessing to send you on your way.

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St. Maximilian KOLBE - Pray for Us | Season One Finale | Episode #050

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes is a religiously funny talk show that takes a holy and humorous approach to being a Christian man in the modern world. This Catholic show combines prayer, wit, wisdom, and everything in between.

Season One wraps up as the BeatiDudes honor their wives and each other with a rollercoaster of Catholic comedy and prayer.

Watch Paul Kolker crush it in a special game of Blessed are the Joke Makers in which he takes on many personas to address the prompt, “Mea culpa, Father, I couldn’t make it to mass because _____” while Nick and Jeff guess as many as possible.

Then the pinnacle moment of Season One occurs when the BeatiDudes dedicate the show and all of its work to the protection and intercession of St. Maximilian Kolbe. You can pray along with The BeatiDudes by using this link to download the prayer.

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Season One Wrap Session with Christopher

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Christopher, aka the man in the comments, aka BeatiDude Superfan and Official BeatiNerd, joins the show for a season one recap and final point tally announcement.

Give yourself a big dose of Vitamin C (for Christopher) by soaking in the greatness of this extra special bonus show that we are squeezing in between episodes #049 and #050.

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HOLY HUMOR | The BeatiDudes Share a Season One Lookback at the First 48 | Episode #049

Mon, 11 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0000

This week includes two special episodes featuring the BeatiDudes only as they reflect on the first season of the show, highlighting the funniest and most formative moments along the way.

Special thanks to all the Season One guests - - Fr. Edwin Leonard, Dr. Jonathan Sanford, Dave Moore, Edmund Mitchell, Fr. Ken Geraci, Giancarlo Bernini, Scott Williams, John Cannon, Kevin Fitzpatrick, Anthony D’Ambrosio, Todd Storch, Chris McMahon, Jeremy Robinson, Matt Reynolds, Brett Attebery, John Heinen, Peter Blute, Steve Kass, Steve LaMure, Alex Trevino, Mike Neri, Jason Deuterman, David Colletti, and Jason Shanks.

For this special Reverse Simpsons, The BeatiDudes tell a “very exciting story,” during which Paul directs each person to start and stop talking as the story unfolds. The cards that were selected as prompts for this story include “a fed-up waiter from TGI Fridays” and the “newest hit hymn to hit the church is ________.”

Did it turn out to be a very exciting story? Let us know in the comments.

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ISOLATION Plagues the YOUNG CATHOLIC Church | Jason Shanks, OSV Innovation | #048

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Jason Shanks is a Catholic father, leader, and innovator.

Over the last two decades, Jason’s work has primarily focused on creating and renewing Catholic apostolates and organizations, infusing in them a new passion and growth mindset necessary to lead more people to Christ and His Church. Jason holds a BA in education from Miami University of Ohio, an MA in Theology from the Pontifical College Josephinum with an emphasis in the New Evangelization, and an MA in nonprofit administration from Mendoza College of Business of the University of Notre Dame. He also holds a certificate in Fundraising Management from the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at Indiana University.

The Dudes start this show with a bonus edition of Blessed are the Joke Makers, where each takes on a different persona to address the prompt, “The youth minister has a tattoo of ___________.”

Then Jason reflects on the thousands of Catholic innovation ideas that he and his team reviewed during the three-year run of the OSV Innovation Challenge. They were surprised to learn that the most common problem that the innovators were trying to solve was loneliness.

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MIRACLE MAN – Life After an Extended COVID COMA and a St. Jude Novena | Jason Shanks| Episode #047

Mon, 04 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Jason Shanks is a Catholic father, leader, and innovator.

Jason serves as a consultant on the Committee of Religious Liberty for the U.S Conference of Catholic Bishops. He is also the Treasurer of the Board for the National Eucharistic Congress. He resides in Northern Indiana with his wife, Melissa, and their five children.

The world needs to hear the story of Jason’s miraculous recovery.

Jason recalls his near-death experience and the faithfulness of his family during a 45-day coma brought on by COVID. The messages embedded in this episode and the challenge and inspiration Jason presents are too profound to capture in words.

This is a must-listen, must-share episode, and you will not be the same after hearing it.

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Catholic Executive CHARMS Future Wife with Myspace Message | with David Colletti | #046

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0000

David Colletti is a loving husband, father, and people-focused leader driving outsized impact through a culture of extraordinary teams built on character, magnanimity, authenticity, integrity, and purpose.

Colletti is Senior Vice President of Real Estate and Mergers & Acquisitions for 7-Eleven, Inc. He is responsible for all store growth and integration in the U.S. and Canada, including new store builds, acquisitions and integration, store development in partnership with the Construction team, and managing the company’s extensive portfolio of physical assets to ensure they deliver maximum value to 7-Eleven.

Colletti serves on the board of the DFW Retail Executives Association. He received a dual-degree Bachelor of Arts from The Catholic University of America and his Juris Doctor from George Washington University Law School.

The show kicks off with Blessed are the Joke Makers Bonus Edition, in which each of the Dudes must take on a different persona to address the prompt, “Other things Abraham could have sacrificed.”

Next, we learn about Colletti’s work on Lionheart, a brand that brings Catholic men together in masculinity and holiness. That leads to the story of Colletti meeting his wife on the set of the movie Bella. You won’t want to miss the tale of their courtship.

Then Colletti shares the background details of Hope Supply, the number one charity that works behind the scenes to support all other charities that help the homeless population in Dallas.

Be sure to check into Lionheart Catholic and Hope Supply.

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JESUS & SLURPEES | Oh Thank Heaven For 7-Eleven, and David Colletti | Episode #045

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0000

The show starts with the Dudes slurping up a 7-Eleven history lesson from David. Quickly, we learn that Colletti was drawn to his first job on 7-Eleven’s legal team because of the Jesus conversations he had when discussing servant leadership during his interviews.

BIG MOMENT - On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of a Brainiac Know-It-All to address the prompt “You know you’re Catholic when you love talking about ______.” But there is a twist - - this version of the game is worth 711 points, and the results may change the Season One scoreboard completely.

On TBD, David and the Dudes answer the question of the day, “What is something that makes you mad.”

And to wrap up the show with another Reverse Simpsons, the Dudes play a homegrown version of “Catch Phrase.” Nick and Paul take turns trying to get David to guess as many words or phrases as possible out of 10 possible during the one-minute and 33-second timer.

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BeatiDudes or Be-BAD-a-DUDES? | Steve LaMure of Dominus Commercial | Episode #044

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Steve LaMure is a BeatiDude through and through. He has a wonderful family and a successful commercial real estate company, Dominus Commercial, in Dallas, Texas. He also owns various other companies, including a new restaurant in Glen Rose, Texas, called Whisky Woods.

The episode starts with Blessed are the Joke Makers Bonus edition, and each Dude must take on different personas to address the prompt, “In their spare time, priests think about ________.”

Steve dives into a reflection on the vocation of the business leader and our obligation to always walk the ethical line. He shares examples of where others in his industry are drawn into unethical decisions.

When Steve named his company back in 2000, he tried to find a Latin version of Servant Leadership and landed on the name Dominus, meaning Lord. We talked about the role of faith in the workplace and how to be a living witness to others while still accepting people of all backgrounds.

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Living with the SINS OF OUR FATHERS | with Steve LaMure | Episode #043

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Disclaimer – This show contains sensitive content related to child molestation. Please use caution when listening and be sure that you and others are in a place to hear this difficult discussion.

Steve LaMure is a BeatiDude through and through. He has a wonderful family and a successful commercial real estate company in Dallas, Texas.

Steve steps out in courage during this episode to share the difficult story of his family’s dark past, including the criminal acts of child molestation committed by his father. This is a story of hurt, anger, fear, and anxiety through which Steve finds faith, purpose, and a call to serve and love others.

In the second half of the show, the Dudes play Blessed are the Joke Makers and they must take on the persona of a Video Game Addict to address the prompt, “I would like ____ for Christmas.”

The TBD question of the day – What is your relationship with your guardian angel? How is that going right now?

For this episode’s Reverse Simpsons, the Dudes attempt to stump Steve in a game of Two Truths and a Lie.

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LOVE’S Reward is JOY and Its Price is PAIN | Steve Kass, Adjunct Theology Professor | Episode #042

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Steve Kass is back for his bonus episode of The BeatiDudes. Steve’s diverse professional career includes 14 years of service as a distinguished Naval Officer, a nuclear submarine design engineer, and work as a university administrator, in addition to nearly 20 years of experience in the deregulated energy industry. Steve has a master’s degree in Systematic Theology from Seton Hall University, a master’s degree in Nuclear Engineering from North Carolina State University, and a bachelor’s degree in Geology from the University of Rochester in New York.

In addition to his work at the national energy advisory firm 5, Steve is an Adjunct Professor of Theology at Seton Hall University and serves his community as a member of his church’s parish council and as the Vice Chairman of the Board for Chilton Medical Center in New Jersey.

The show starts with Blessed are the Joke Makers Bonus Edition, in which each Dude must take on a different persona to address the prompt, “I got seven deadly sins, but ____ ain’t one.”

After the game, Steve dives into a reflection on his relationship with his family as an only child with no aunts or uncles. Steve tells touching stories of both of his parents’ deaths and the role that faith played throughout the journey.

As his father was taking his final breaths, Steve stepped in to baptize him in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.

As Steve states in the show, “Love’s great gift is joy, but the price is the pain of separation.”

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The SPIRITUALITY OF SPORTS | Adjunct Theology Professor, Steve Kass | Episode #041

Mon, 14 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Steve Kass has a diverse professional career that includes 14 years of service as a distinguished Naval Officer, a nuclear submarine design engineer, and work as a university administrator, in addition to nearly 20 years of experience in the deregulated energy industry. Steve has a master’s degree in Systematic Theology from Seton Hall University, a master’s degree in Nuclear Engineering from North Carolina State University, and a bachelor’s degree in Geology from the University of Rochester in New York.

The show starts with Steve sharing his experiences in the Navy as an auxiliary officer on a destroyer before joining a tour with an airborne marine corps unit. After his time in the Navy, Steve built submarines for Electric Boat as a nuclear submarine design engineer.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of a rebellious teenager to answer the prompt, “a lesser-known Bible story is about ____.”

In his role as an adjunct professor, Steve teaches a fascinating class at Seton Hall called Sports & Spirituality. This class starts with an understanding of the human person and then explores how sports and spirituality both require discipline, fortitude, and forgiveness.

TBD Question – What is something you wish you could do or know at a mastery level, but you are only a novice at this point?

Reverse Simpsons – Steve leads the Dudes through a quiz full of twists and turns, including sections on feast days, BeatiDuderonomy, and a reverse spelling bee.

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INNOVATION and the CATHOLIC CHURCH | Jason Deuterman, OSV Institute | Episode #040

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Jason Deuterman is back for this BeatiDudes bonus episode. In addition to being a loving father and husband, Jason Deuterman serves as the Director of Strategic Consulting and Innovation Design for Our Sunday Visitor.

The show begins with a special Blessed are the Joke Makers Bonus Edition in which each of the Dudes takes on different personas that Jason must try to guess as they address the prompt, “St Nicholas brought ________ to kids for Christmas for the first time.”

Then we learn about Jason’s innovative approach to strategic ministry development for customized parish and diocese solutions during his time with the Diocese of Dallas. His passion for creating ideas and solutions from scratch led him to explore design thinking.

It was this newfound passion that brought him to OSV, one of the most innovative and impactful organizations in the church today. In his current role, Jason fosters and encourages entrepreneurial church leadership for organizations throughout the United States.

You will love hearing Jason’s reflection on curiosity as the gateway to empathy and his closing encouragement to everyone in ministry.

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A CATHOLIC Shark Tank? | Jason Deuterman of the OSV Institute | Episode #039

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0000

In addition to being a loving father and husband, Jason Deuterman serves as the Director of Strategic Consulting and Innovation Design for Our Sunday Visitor.

This episode starts with some incredible stories of how Jason has been connected to the BeatiDudes for many years and a true confession from Nick Bezner.

Jason then reflects on his work in helping to bring the new evangelization of the Catholic church to light, especially through his work at both the Diocese of Dallas and Our Sunday Visitor.

Years ago, Jason and his team launched a unique young adult ministry called “The 635” - - a nod to the main road around the city of Dallas and a tribute to John 6:35. These events were held in an old theater near a set of bars and restaurants in East Dallas that created a welcoming atmosphere to those looking for a night of praise and worship.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of Hardened Criminal to address the prompt, “David’s secret weapon to defeat Goliath was….”

The show continues with a discussion on professionalism within ministry work and the need for excellence in our crafts.

The TBD Question for this episode – Reflect on a Holy Spirit moment in your life.

On Reverse Simpsons, Jason is surprised by a game of This is Your Life featuring voice recordings from his friends with various messages. Jason must correctly guess the friend and share more details on each of their comments.

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Gideon-Up For CHRIST | with Mr. Incredible, Mike Neri | Episode #038

Fri, 04 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Mike Neri has a long record of service to the nation, his communities, and corporate and entrepreneurial organizations. A West Point graduate, Mike served in the Army on active duty for 12 years, attaining the rank of Major. He served in duty assignments and positions of leadership in the 1st Cavalry Division, the 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment, the 10th Combat Support Hospital, and in the Department of the Army Staff in the Pentagon.

While on active duty serving in Colorado, Mike earned his MBA from Regis University. Mike transitioned to corporate America in 2004 and began a career in banking & financial services specializing in Fintech and Payments.

What defines Mike most is his care, love, and focus on his family.

This bonus episode starts with a reflection on leadership and how men are called to lead others. Years after leading a Christ Renews His Parish retreat, Mike brought many men back together for a series of book studies that continued to solidify their Christ-centered fraternity onward.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers Bonus Edition, each Dude must take on a different persona to address the prompt “Being Catholic is the best because _________.”

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From the PENTAGON on 9/11 to a life of serving CHRIST and OTHERS | with Mike Neri | Episode #037

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 11:00:00 -0000

What defines Mike most is his care, love, and focus on his family.

The show starts with a reflection on how Mike and Jeff met in 2005 through the Christ Renews His Parish retreat at St. Thomas Aquinas in East Dallas. This proved to be a formative moment for Mike’s spiritual journey and his connection to authentic Catholic community for himself and his family.

Mike goes on to share the journey of his time in the Army and the various stages of his career and work while also raising a family. During his time serving in Washington, DC, Mike worked for a few years in the Pentagon and happened to be onsite during the attacks of September 11, 2001. Mike’s original office was in the direct path of the airplane that struck the Pentagon, and thankfully his office had relocated to the inner ring only months earlier for a renovation. This tragic experience of this event reignited Mike’s faith.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of a hypochondriac to address the question, “What should I give up for Lent?”

This episode’s TBD question asks Mike and the Dudes to reflect on another major world event that they can recall during their lifetime other than 9/11.

For Reverse Simpsons, Jeff takes his co-hosts and Mike through a 3-question round of “Finish these lyrics,” and you are encouraged to play along at home.

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ROCKETS, and CARDBOARD, and BEARS, Oh My! | Jeremy Robinson | Episode #036

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Jeremy Robinson is the co-founder and CEO of Cardboard Spaceship, a thriving full-service video production company in Dallas. With decades of experience as a marketing executive, Jeremy's expertise spans the development and execution of successful commercial strategies, marketing initiatives, and operational plans for a diverse array of businesses, ranging from startups to Fortune 1000 companies. Throughout his entrepreneurial journey, he has founded several highly successful companies, collectively generating over $100 million in revenue.

Since its inception, Cardboard Spaceship has forged strong partnerships with the world's leading ad agencies, including WPP, Omnicom, and Publicis, while developing content for esteemed brands like Mercedes, Google, IBM, Canon, Gillette, Marriott, American Airlines, and many more. Cardboard Spaceship continues to push the boundaries of video production, marrying imagination with sophistication to deliver unparalleled visual experiences that captivate audiences across the globe.

The show starts with a bonus edition of Blessed are the Joke Makers, in which each of the Dudes is assigned a different personality to address the prompt, “The next ecumenical Council will be in response to ________.”

Jeremy goes on to share the genesis story of the recent rebrand of his film production company Cardboard Spaceship. The conversation then dives into ways in which creatives (and non-creatives) can maintain their faith and morals in their work environments by loving and serving others. Jeremy’s word of the day is consistency. Consistency is everything in faith.

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The GREAT GOD Debates that Lead to Conversion | Jeremy Robinson | Episode #035

Mon, 24 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0000

As a father of two, Jeremy starts the show by reflecting on fatherhood and the impact of modeling virtue. Then the Dudes dive into Jeremy’s spiritual journey covering several religious traditions and a fun story of his own ordination as a minister prior to coming into communion with the Catholic church.

In 2014, Jeremy faced a spiritual crisis in his journey that was centered around 1 Peter 3:15. He wanted to always be able to give a defense of his faith to anybody at any time and decided to take on the antithesis of his own arguments as part of this study. During the proceeding years, God placed several men in Jeremy’s life that helped to form him for the next step, including Bishop Robert Baron in the Great God Debates series.

Jeremy completed RCIA and entered the church on the Easter vigil in 2022.

After a spiritually powerful start to the show, the Dudes compete on Blessed are the Joke Makers using the persona of a Sour School Teach to address the prompt, “Youth ministers love talking about _____.”

After the break, Jeremy shares the fascinating story of his company’s rebrand efforts to land on the new name Cardboard Spaceship.

This episode’s TBD question asks the Dudes and Jeremy to reflect on a time when each person was faced with a fight or flight moment, and they chose to run away.

This week’s Reverse Simpsons is a special Silly Soda Sampler challenge in which Jeff presents Jeremy, Paul, and Nick with 3 very interesting food-flavored drinks to see if they can collectively determine each one.

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FATHER's Loving Care | with Branding Expert Alex Trevino | Episode #034

Fri, 21 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Alex Trevino is a strong Catholic husband, father, and businessman. He is also the founder and president of a film production company called Project Thirty-Six.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, Alex joins the Dudes by taking on the persona of a penny-pinching cheapskate to finish the prompt, “Next on Catholic radio, we will be talking about _______”

Alex shares the details of his loving family, which includes four kids on Earth and one in Heaven after losing a baby during pregnancy just seven months earlier. This is Alex’s first time sharing the story of their loss publicly, and he beautifully expresses the sadness, healing, and recovery that is underway in his family.

Alex never imagined that visiting a child’s gravesite would become a routine part of every Sunday. Alex encourages anyone facing grief to seek help, and the Dudes share more about resources that are available, including Red Bird Ministries.

This show highlights perseverance and the Father’s loving care.

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Is It actually My FAULT? | a Conversation with Branding Expert, Alex Trevino | Episode #033

Mon, 17 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Alex Trevino is a strong Catholic husband, father, and businessman. In his college days at the University of Dallas, Alex discovered his passion for acting and film production.

This episode begins with Alex recalling the story of meeting his wife while both acting in A Midsummer Night’s Dream together in college. Then we learn more about Alex’s career and his experience playing behind-the-scenes roles in movies like Little Boy. These experiences inspired Alex to launch a full-fledged video production and branding agency called Project Thirty-Six.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes must take on the persona of a cartoon character to address the statement, “My old Catholic grandma is known for ______________.”

After the break, we dive deeper into Alex’s business and gain a better understanding of his ideal client and project types.

For TBD-Squared (The BeatiDudes Deck of Questions), the Dudes must share a personal quirk or two about themselves.

And finally, Reverse Simpsons offers a popcorn round of quick-hit, one-word(ish) answers to questions about life.

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St Therese + Socks = The STORY of a SOLE | Sock Religious Founder, Scott Williams | Episode #032

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Scott Williams from Catholic Concepts & Sock Religious is back for the bonus show.

Scott is a ministry professional turned entrepreneur and the founder of the largest Catholic sock company in the world (probably). After working nearly a decade in full-time youth ministry, Scott turned a side hustle into a rapidly growing small business in a niche Catholic corner of the internet. If you asked Scott 10 years ago if he would be selling socks and other merchandise, he would have said you're crazy.

Scott and the Dudes get started with a round of “Blessed are the Joke Makers” during which they take on multiple personalities to complete the prompt, “I’m a bad Catholic because ______.”

Then Scott takes the opportunity to debut several new sock designs from Sock Religious, including Blessed Carlos Acutis, the Eucharist in the Monstrance series, and the history of the Pope Mobile.

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Send Them Out, TWO by TWO | Sock Religious Founder, Scott Williams | Episode #031

Mon, 10 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes proudly welcome a friend and sponsor, Scott Williams, from Catholic Concepts & Sock Religious. Scott traveled to Texas from Indianapolis to bring his stories, puns, and dreams of great Catholic concepts to come.

The Dudes start the show by reflecting on how Scott Williams and Sock Religious came into our lives, and the puns ensue. Scott goes on to talk about the original story of launching a sock company and their incredible debut at the 2017 National Catholic Youth Conference.

Scott judges the Dudes during Blessed are the Joke Makers as they take on the persona of “The One Upper” to answer the prompt, “what priests really want to talk about in their homilies.”

The second segment starts with an amazing story of the bus Scott and his friends purchased in college for $1200 that was converted into a recreational vehicle for traveling to concerts, football games, and other activities together.

This episode’s TBD Question – What would you create or build if money was not an object?

Reverse Simpsons – The Dudes take turns pitching Scott on new product lines for Catholic Creatives and some of these ideas are worth exploring!

Scott then wraps up the show by sharing the great news that starting in July of 2023, every sock produced by Sock Religious is American made in his factory in Indianapolis.

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We Called Your SON for More INFO | Todd Storch, Taylor's Gift Foundation | Episode #030

Fri, 07 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Todd has over 25 years of business management and consulting experience in bringing digital and interactive initiatives to fruition through leadership, strategic alliances, processes, and technologies in industries such as media and entertainment. Todd holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in accounting from Texas A&M.

Born out of the loss of his daughter, Todd co-founded the Taylor’s Gift Foundation, an award-winning 501c3 non-profit focused on organ donation and grief support for donor families. Taylor’s Gift is a compassionate source of hope, ensuring donor families never have to grieve alone.

The show starts with “Blessed are the Joke Makers,” where the Dudes must address the prompt “doubting Thomas wished he was known for _____” as a thrill seeker. You won’t believe how the points play out on this one.

The focus then turns to talk of heroes, and Todd shares a powerful reflection about his own granddad, Harland Storch. And speaking of heroes, Todd and the team reflect on Todd’s son Ryan and his calling to discern with the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal in NYC at the start of Covid.

In his final reflection, Todd talks about his final moments sitting by his daughter’s side as they prepared for her organ donation, and he asked his brother-in-law to keep him accountable to live a life that honors God and others, regardless of what storms we face.

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FATHER LOSES HIS DAUGHTER at AGE 13 | Todd Storch, Taylor's Gift Foundation | Episode #029

Mon, 03 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0000

This episode of The BeatiDudes comes with a disclaimer - - This must-hear episode is highly emotional, and we recommend that you put yourself in the right place (physically and emotionally) to fully experience the show.

He is the co-founder of Taylor’s Gift Foundation, an award-winning 501c3 non-profit focused on organ donation and grief support for donor families. Taylor’s Gift is a compassionate source of hope, ensuring donor families never have to grieve alone.

Taylor’s Gift Foundation was started after Todd and his wife lost their daughter Taylor in a skiing accident in March of 2010. In the hospital, they faced a pivotal moment as they were asked if they would consider donating Taylor’s organs to improve and save the lives of 5 other people.

Todd shares the highly emotional and inspirational story of Taylor and her impact on the world, including her 13 years on earth and the way she outlived herself as an organ donor.

Make sure you are registered in your state for organ donation at the Taylor’s Gift website.

Taylor’s story includes tales of connecting with the organ recipients, sharing Taylor’s story on national media, the Ellen DeGeneres show, and a very special school poem written by Taylor shortly before she passed called “I am.” That poem is read on today’s show by Jeff Schiefelbein’s 8-year-old daughter, a moment that cannot be described in words.

After the break, the Dudes play “Blessed are the Joke Makers” and must determine the “Topic of the next Papal Encyclical” as the “Wildest party animal.”

Then Todd joins the Dudes in answering the TBD (The BeatiDudes) Question – What is something you admire about your father-in-law?

Reverse Simpsons – Paul leads the crew in an improv game of word association that eventually leads to storytelling throughout the team.

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MIRACLE Stories You Gotta Hear | Chris McMahon, Aquinas Wealth Advisors | Episode #028

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Chris McMahon established MFA Wealth to help clients with their personal wealth management and estate planning needs. Chris is an industry resource serving as a consultant and advisor to a multitude of industry professionals, giving clarity in the areas of practice management, client care, and comprehensive financial planning.

Chris is very involved in his community; he has served as the president of the Duquesne University Alumni Board, the president of St. Bernard’s Roman Catholic Church Parish Council, a board member of Oakland Catholic High School, a member of Mt Lebanon municipal Pension Board, and a board member of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Pittsburgh. Currently, Chris is a member of both the Duquesne University Board of Trustees and the Investment Committee. He is also a committee member of the Little Sisters of the Poor, a board member of Mary’s Place Pittsburgh, and a board member of Legatus International. Chris also remains active in youth sports in the Mount Lebanon area. Chris and his wife Molly have been married for 25 years and have five children, Kate, Will, Jack, Hugh, and Emma.

In this episode, Chris shares a handful of incredible miracle stories and spotlights the power of prayer in each one.

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He FLEW to TEXAS for The BeatiDudes?! | Chris McMahon, Aquinas Wealth Advisors | Episode #027

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Before introducing the guest, the Dudes reflect on times when common phrases were misused by people in their lives. As we all know, Bakers can’t be choosy.

Chris is credited for a BeatiDudes first by having a PR firm reach out to the Dudes to arrange this special interview that involved a flight from Pittsburg to North Texas. On the show, we learn about Chris’ work in the wealth management world and his calling to create a “Faith in Finance” scoring tool so that anyone can uncover hidden investments in their portfolio that are counter to their personal beliefs.

On Blessed are the Joke Makers, the Dudes honor YouTube Superfan Chris with a special 100-point bonus. Then the Dudes have to act like a Paranoid Conspiracy Theorist to address the question, “If I started a religious order, it would focus on [blank].”

After the break, Chris shares his love for sending gifts of perpetual prayer when people are in mourning or even in times of celebration. Link to request your own perpetual prayers below.

Chris and his wife are involved with several religious orders, including the Sisters of Life and the Sisters of Mary and the World Villages of Children.

Today's TBD Question: What advice would you give to your 20-year-old self?

And finally, during Reverse Simpsons, the Dudes and Chris engage in a shared prayer to close the show.

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What's a BALLERINO | Peter Blute from Young Catholic Professionals, YCP | Episode #026

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Peter Blute, head of operations for the Young Catholic Professionals, braves the airwaves once again on this special bonus episode of The BeatiDudes.

As Chief Operating Officer for Young Catholic Professionals (YCP), Peter Blute manages national and chapter operations, expansion efforts, brand and marketing efforts, and volunteer support. He received his Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Dallas and then spent two years working in Rome and traveling across Europe as a staff member on UD’s study-abroad campus. After returning to Dallas, he worked in marketing and sales efforts prior to joining the YCP apostolate in 2014 as the non-profit’s second full-time employee.

The show starts with Peter reflecting on his background as a ballet dancer, and the puns ensue.

Then during the Blessed are the Joke Makers, Bonus Edition, Peter must determine which character card each person called as the Dudes respond to the prompt, “Catholic millennials are known for [blank].”

Peter leaves us with a final reflection on the power of YCP to create authentic community in your own city and beyond.

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Ever Been MUTTON Busting? | Peter Blute from Young Catholic Professionals, YCP | Episode #025

Mon, 19 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Fair warning – this show is off the rails when it comes to humor, according to the number of times the BeatiDudes “lose it” in laughter.

Peter and his wife are expecting the birth of their third child later this year which leads to an interesting conversation about the best way to explain children in utero. This turns into an entire deep dive about kids, names, parenting, and a wild ride of generational references.

The BeatiDudes have to pull another hard right turn to get back on track with a game of Blessed are the Joke Makers. As a cult leader, the Dudes must answer the question, “I saw visions of [blank] after [blank]."

After the break, the Dudes dive into more about the purpose and impact of the Young Catholic Professionals. This fast-growing group helps young adults to recognize and remember that every moment of work can be an act of holiness and prayer. To date, YCP has expanded to 33 cities and will be in 50+ cities by the end of 2024.

For today’s TBD Question, Peter and the Dudes address the question, “Tell us about one of your business heroes.”

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Books – Everybody Matters by Bob Chapman, Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson

The show concludes with a special Reverse Simpsons called What’s the Opposite of a Chicken Wing?

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PRAY for VOCATIONS | Fr. Edwin Leonard, Pastor of St. Ann Parish in Coppell | Episode #024

Fri, 16 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes welcome back Fr. Edwin Leonard, Pastor of St Ann Parish in Coppell, for this very special bonus episode about vocations.

The show starts with another round of Blessed are the Joke Makers, during which the Dudes must take on the persona of a pageant winner to complete the sentence "I am guilty of {blank}."

Fr. Edwin shares his vocation story and then encourages young men and women, and their families, to prayerfully discern if they are being called to religious life. The show concludes with an invitation to join us in prayer for an openness and increase in vocations.

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DOES YOUR PARISH say "Yes, And"? | Fr. Edwin Leonard, Pastor of St. Ann Parish | Episode #023

Mon, 12 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes welcome one of their favorite priests, Fr. Edwin Leonard, Pastor of St Ann Parish in Coppell, where the Dudes are parishioners with their families.

Fr. Edwin shares the spirit-led way in which St. Ann Parish encourages participation and receives each person with abundant hospitality. While describing St. Ann’s openness to new ideas, it becomes clear to the Dudes that St. Ann follows the first rule of improv – “Yes, and” – as that is part of their unique approach to ministry.

During Blessed are the Joke Makers, with 72 points of the line, the Dudes must address the question, “What is talked about at the pub,” as a new parent.

Fr. Edwin shares exciting updates about St. Ann Parish, including the new missionary institute, the addition of 2 new priests, and a church renovation to bring the tabernacle into the main sanctuary of the parish. He then reflects on the beauty of all types of worship, from the most traditional to the most charismatic.

Then during the TBD Question of the Day, the Dudes and Fr. Edwin reflect on a fight-or-flight moment from each of their lives.

And you won’t want to miss the most amazing reverse Simpsons ending, during which Fr. Edwin is asked to sing Taylor Swift.

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To Sanctify the World by George Weigel

University President with 9 KIDS and 4 GRANDKIDS - Family Man, Jonathan J. Sanford | Episode #022

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0000

This bonus episode with Jonathan J. Sanford, Ph.D. is an incredible testament to the value of family and fortitude.

The Dudes start off with a special bonus edition of Blessed are the Joke Makers in which each one acts as a different character to address the question, “The best pilgrimages offer ___________ to its pilgrims.” Dr. Sanford is put on the spot to determine each character and does a great job in the process.

Dr. Sanford goes on to discuss the incredible journey that he and his wife embarked on as high school sweethearts leading to a large family with 9 kids, 4 grandkids, and more to come.

Dr. Sanford shares a reflection on George Weigel’s recent book, To Sanctify the World: A Vital Legacy of Vatican II.

And the BeatiDudes celebrate the surprise announcement from Jeff and the recent news of his wife’s pregnancy with their seventh child.

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Before Virtue: Assessing Contemporary Virtue Ethics

What is CATHOLIC Liberal Arts | University of Dallas President Dr. Jonathan Sanford | Episode #021

Mon, 05 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes proudly welcome Jonathan J. Sanford, Ph.D., the 10th president of the University of Dallas.

Dr. Sanford, who previously served as provost and dean of UD’s Constantin College of Liberal Arts and holds a doctorate in philosophy, is a noted scholar in virtue ethics. Dr. Sanford has published widely on philosophical figures and topics, especially in foundational questions in moral philosophy, as evidenced in “Before Virtue: Assessing Contemporary Virtue Ethics” (The Catholic University of America Press 2015). As provost, Dr. Sanford oversaw the development of a university-wide strategic plan, and as president, he is focused on leading its implementation by building on the university’s reputation for academic rigor, its commitment to classical Western tradition, and its faithful Catholic identity.

During this episode, Dr. Sanford provides deep insight into the approach to formation and education philosophies of the University of Dallas. He calls upon several key teachings, including St. Pope John Paul II’s “Ex Corde Ecclesiae” and St. John Henry Cardinal Newman’s “The Idea of a University.”

Then on “Blessed are the Joke Makers,” the Dudes square off to finish the statement, “Lord, I need [blank]” as a drill sergeant.

The second half of the show explores Dr. Sanford’s education and career journey. We learn more about the mentors, saints, and materials that formed Dr. Sanford’s love for philosophy and teaching. Dr. Sanford penned several books along the way and then received a call to join the University of Dallas and grew to quickly love the University in a special way.

This episode’s TBD Question (The BeatiDudes Question) asks which educator(s) left a big impression on your life.

And finally, the Dudes finish with a fun Reverse Simpsons called “Just Ask JJ” during which Dr. Sanford has to answer three questions and attempt to get the same answer that his wife gave before the show. Will he get them all? Or perhaps none? Watch and see.

Books by Jonathan J. Sanford, Ph.D.

Spider-Man and Philosophy: The Web of Inquiry

The Philosophical Legacy of Jorge J. E. Gracia

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Professional Trumpet Player Faces Major Life Trials | Catholic Gentleman, John Heinen | Episode #020

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0000

The Catholic Gentleman is one of the most impactful brands for equipping men to live for Christ by serving their families, neighbors, and the church. In this week’s episodes, the owner and director of The Catholic Gentleman, John Heinen, joins the BeatiDudes for a well-balanced dose of folly and formation. John is also the Vice President of a marketing firm called Fuzati, which is a fun combination of the words fusion, technology, and information. They help clients with business strategy, marketing, social media, and strategy implementation.

John spent much of his life as a professional trumpet player after receiving his Master’s in music from Yale. As part of his work, John played trumpet in China for the Beijing Olympics and had no idea that a bug bite would lead him to the brink of death. John shares a reflection on what it was like to feel the love and prayers of others throughout his journey to survive and recover.

John joins the Dudes to play “Blessed are the Joke Makers,” during which they answer the question, “As Santa Claus, we were taught about ______ as kids.”

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Get to know THE Catholic Gentleman | John Heinen | Episode #019

Mon, 29 May 2023 09:00:00 -0000

The show starts with a reflection on Pope Saint John Paul II’s use of Jeff’s favorite word, penultimate, in Evangelium Vitae when he states that life on earth is not an "ultimate" but a "penultimate" reality.

John and his wife have a large family, including children here on Earth and others in Heaven, and they are currently expecting another child. Please offer a prayer for their entire family during the show.

John is also the Vice President of a marketing firm called Fuzati, which is a fun combination of the words fusion, technology, and information. They help clients with business strategy, marketing, social media, and strategy implementation.

Through the efforts of the team at Fuzati, The Catholic Gentleman has become the most recognizable online men’s apostolate. Each week hundreds of thousands of men around the world visit their site for articles and products designed to encourage a life of authentic manhood. The Catholic Gentleman is one of our favorite podcasts, give it a lesson.

The BeatiDudes have a lot of fun on this week’s Blessed are the Joke Makers, during which they must complete the sentence, “The eleventh plague {blank},” as an aging beauty queen.

John reflects on what St. Augustine said about the fall of man and how three things were ruptured: our relationship with God, our relationship with others, and our relationship internally. The conversation goes deeper into virtues and how we become slaves to our desires when we don’t keep passion, profit, and power in check.

John and the Dudes take on a new question from The BeatiDudes (TBD) Question Deck: What are you struggling with?

The show concludes with an incredible rendition of Reverse Simpsons called “The Bread of Wife Discourse.” This segment was suggested by Jarod Frank and sponsored by his company, Wealth Coordination Partners. He aims to bring his wealth management expertise to more Catholics, check him out at https://www.wealthcoordinationpartners.com/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerod-frank/.

But wait – John has a surprise twist on the Bread of Wife Discourse that you won’t want to miss.

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My WHY Comes From My Aborted Child, Jesse | Heroic Media President, Brett Attebery | Episode #018

Fri, 26 May 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Brett Attebery is back for a BeatiDudes bonus episode.

The Dudes start off the show by reflecting on hot yoga, thanks to the extreme after-hours heat in their studio. Then Paul is surprised with a set of BeatiDudes luggage tags that may become future swag for fans.

The tone shifts as Brett shares his personal pro-life journey starting with the history he had before finding faith (an admitted ethical pagan) and the mystical experience he had at 38 years old. After that, Brett found his way into the Catholic Church through RCIA, and years later, he realized it was time to deal with the abortion he supported when his girlfriend got pregnant decades earlier.

Brett had heard an ad for a Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat on Catholic radio and called to see if men were allowed at these port-abortion healing events. At the event, he had everything planned as to what he would say, but then the Holy Spirit took over, and Brett’s life changed forever.

In adoration later that day, Brett felt called to name his unborn child - - Jesse.

Brett left that retreat a changed man. He went on to start the first pro-life magazine, and in his first issue, he wrote about an organization called Heroic Media. It wasn’t long before Brett was asked to join Heroic Media to run marketing and to keep the magazine going as well.

Today Brett is the CEO of Heroic Media and the author of Your Pro-Life Bottom Line. He often reflects on how God works in our brokenness to make something more beautiful than it was before, and his story is certainly an example of this grace.

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A FRESH APPROACH to Prolife Branding | with Brett Attebery | Episode #017

Mon, 22 May 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Brett Attebery, national pro-life leader, joins the BeatiDudes for an incredible conversation on the need to infuse business principles and practices into the pro-life movement. Brett is the CEO of Heroic Media and the author of Your Pro-Life Bottom Line.

The show starts with a reflection on the word Dude, including Jeff’s appearance in a full suit to drive home the lesson and highlight the roots of our “dudeness.” Unfortunately for Jeff, the studio turned off the air conditioning on the day he decided to make this point.

Brett and the Dudes reflect on the makings of a BeatiDude and share their views on how authentic fraternity is fostered among men. Brett’s organization, Heroic Media, provides pro-life advertising to help frontline pro-life pregnancy centers to redirect women away from abortion facilities. A few years ago, Brett and his team discovered Thrive Express Women’s Healthcare, a center in St. Louis that uses a comprehensive brand marketing approach to reach women before they are in a moment of need. Their unique approach has led to impressive results as well.

Brett also shares an updated approach to the vernacular of the pro-life movement that helps to highlight women’s empowerment in addition to the focus on their pre-born babies.

During this week’s “Blessed are the Joke Makers,” the dudes take on the persona of an A.I. robot to complete the sentence, “Jesus performed the miracle of _____, but it was never recorded.”

Brett joins the Dudes to address the TBD (The BeatiDudes) Question of the Day: Who do you go to for spiritual mentorship that is not a priest or religious?

And the show concludes with another great Reverse Simpsons, a surprise Brett-Day Celebration Party with a $5 limit on the gifts. And unlike a regular party, Brett was asked to judge each of the offerings out loud as the party ended.

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The OPRAH MATER Imprimatur | Edmund Mitchell Episode #016

Fri, 19 May 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Edmund Mitchell joins The BeatiDudes for the bonus episode. Edmund’s career includes a unique blend of creative work, a wide array of ministry experience, and a passion for the Catechism of the Catholic Church.

Edmund is the co-founder of Real + True, an extensive platform that explains the Catechism using a creative approach to each of the document’s four-part framework – the Creed, sacraments, morality, and prayer. The work of Real + True makes the teachings of the church accessible and enjoyable.

The show starts by reviewing the imprimatur (aka the Oprah Mater) that was granted to Real + True by the Dicastery for Evangelization. Edmund reflects on the pressure he feels as he undergoes the creative process for each new segment.

Jeff tells more stories of times he made “big timing” statements to the people in his life, and this time he tells the story of asking his wife on their first date.

During “Blessed are the Joke Makers,” the Dudes answer the question, “I will be canonized for ______” as a self-righteous vegan.

Edmund leaves us with nuggets of personal wisdom about books he likes and another that he finds to be overrated.

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HOT HONEY & The CATHOLIC Catechism | Edmund Mitchell | Episode #015

Mon, 15 May 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Edmund Mitchell joins The BeatiDudes for a wild ride covering everything from hot honey to the Catechism. Edmund’s career includes a unique blend of creative work, a wide array of ministry experience, and a passion for the Catechism of the Catholic Church.

The show starts with a reflection on Jeff Schiefelbein’s “big timing” approach to new friendships, including how he first met Edmund, Paul, and Nick.

Check out the Real + True episode on Call and Response here.

In this episode’s Blessed are the Joke Makers, the guys take on the persona of a Funeral Home Director to address the prompt, “When Jesus comes again, he will talk about _____ first.” Edmund proceeds to answer this improv question with a one-act play you won’t want to miss.

As the Dudes head into the commercial break, Edmund catches everyone off-guard with his new love of hot honey. Have you ever heard of Manuka? You are about to learn more about niche honey production than you could have ever predicted.

The BeatiDudes (TBD) Question leads to great introspection: What is something you learned in the past year that is important?

And, as always, the Dudes finish the long episode with a new Reverse Simpsons as Jeff facilitates a quiz competition between Paul, Edmund, and Nick. Who do you think will win?

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Deep FORGIVENESS Prayer | Fr. Ken Geraci, Fathers of Mercy | Episode #014

Fri, 12 May 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Fr. Ken Geraci lived the life of the prodigal son for most of his young adult life. Raised in a nominally Catholic family, who only lived the externals of the faith, Fr. Ken left the Catholic Church for many years. During that time, he earned a business degree and worked as a business professional in Advanced R&D and software testing. During this journey, God presented him with challenges that forced him to question his personal beliefs and the question, “What is Truth?”

Through a series of conversions, years of struggle, study, and questioning, Fr. Ken found his way from agnosticism to non-denominational Christianity, and ultimately back to the Catholic Church. Fr. Ken joined the Fathers of Mercy in 2006 and was ordained in 2012.

Fr. Ken has a great understanding of the personal and societal pressures that individuals face and knows what it is like to “hate coming to church.” His mission talks are for people of all levels of faith, from those who are madly in love with Jesus to those who struggle with church and religion.

In this episode, the BeatiDudes joke with Fr. Ken about the first time he considered the priesthood after it was suggested to him by his date.

The show continues with a very powerful and emotional journey through forgiveness prayer as the foundation of healing. You are encouraged to join the BeatiDudes in this process by not just listening to the message but by fully participating in the prayer.

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Catholic Priest with The GIFT OF HEALING | Fr. Ken Geraci | Episode #013

Mon, 08 May 2023 09:00:00 -0000

In this episode, Fr. Ken shares the history of his order and discusses the current crisis of manhood. The BeatiDudes joke about Fr. Ken’s understated crucifix before inviting him to judge their comedy woes on “Blessed are the Joke Makers.”

As we follow Fr. Ken through the journey of his life, we come to learn of his spiritual gift of healing. This show ends with a deep reflection on the process of healing, along with a healing exercise that all are welcome to join.

Fair warning, we told you the BeatiDudes was a blend of humor and holiness, prepare for a big dose of both.

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Can Business Leadership be a VOCATION? | John Cannon, SENT Ventures | Episode #012

Fri, 05 May 2023 09:00:00 -0000

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The BeatiDudes welcome back John Cannon, Founder of SENT Ventures, for this bonus episode.

After early career success, John joined the Carmelite order and lived a contemplative, cloistered life of prayer and study. While researching church renewal movements, John realized that one of the most powerful tools for renewal is entrepreneurship. This led John to discern out of the monastery and into the business world to build a community that supports Catholic entrepreneurs and builders.

In this episode, the Dudes reflect on the components of authentic Christian fraternity before diving into a discussion on the social teachings of the Church for business. Many of the SENT Ventures members are leading by or seeking to learn how to infuse dignity, solidarity, justice, and just wages into their organizations.

During the "Blessed are the Joke Makers" game, John joins the BeatiDudes in answering the question "_________ led me to _________" as a fire and brimstone preacher. You won't want to miss his surprising answer.

The show is closed out with another "reverse Simpsons" moment during which the Dudes play a classic improv game with a new name, "Doctor of The Church Know-It-All."

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Did You DUNK on a MONK? | John Cannon, SENT Ventures | Episode #011

Mon, 01 May 2023 09:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes welcome John Cannon, Founder of SENT Ventures.

Learn more about the fruits that come from building community through authentic friendships while also going deeper in your personal prayer journey. And join The BeatiDudes in reflecting on this episode’s TBD Question (TBD = The BeatiDudes) - What is your business kryptonite?

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ONE KIND WORD, BEER | Matt Reynolds, Celestial Beerworks | Episode #010

Fri, 28 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Matt Reynolds, co-founder and brewmaster at Celestial Beerworks, is back with The BeatiDudes for the bonus episode.

Matt shares the life and legacy of his wife’s grandfather, Jerry Rawicki, and his escape from the Warsaw Ghetto during World War II.

Next, the Dudes battle it out on “Blessed are the Joke Makers,” review formative movies from childhood, and Paul does his best David Bowie impersonation.

This bonus episode is quick hitting with humor, holiness, and everything in between.

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Sends Them Out, BREW by BREW | Matt Reynolds, Celestial Beerworks | Episode #009

Mon, 24 Apr 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Matt Reynolds joins the BeatiDudes to discuss faith, family, and business as the co-founder and brewmaster at Celestial Beerworks in Dallas.

Matt weaves together the stories of entrepreneurship with his journey to the Catholic faith while providing delicious samples of his beer and carbonated water to the BeatiDudes.

This episode also contains a new beer brainstorming session that we are hoping to see come to fruition. And, like always, we push the podcasting envelope by surprising Matt with a beer-tasting challenge to see if he can identify the names of three different beers from his brewery.

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The IMPOSSIBLE Infinite Regression of Time | Magician Giancarlo Bernini | Episode #008

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 11:00:00 -0000

The BeatiDudes welcome back Catholic magician Giancarlo Bernini for this bonus episode that includes an actual magic trick (talk about a bold move for a traditional podcast).

Giancarlo has astounded international audiences with an incredible magic show experience, with multiple national television and radio appearances, including Penn & Teller: Fool Us and The Jennifer Fulwiler Show.

In addition to his on-air magic trick, Giancarlo competes against the BeatiDudes in a game of "Blessed are the Joke Makers," and the entire crew discusses the concept of time from God's perspective.

This show is another great blend of wit, wisdom, and everything in between.

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A Young Man's MAGICAL Destiny | Magician Giancarlo Bernini | Episode #007

Mon, 17 Apr 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Join The BeatiDudes as we welcome acclaimed Catholic magician

Giancarlo Bernini.

Giancarlo has astounded international audiences with an

incredible magic show experience, with multiple national television and radio

appearances, including Penn & Teller: Fool Us and The

Jennifer Fulwiler Show.

In this episode, we discuss Giancarlo’s childhood journey

that led to his career as a full-time magician, the mystery of faith, the loneliness

of pandemic lockdowns, and more.

This episode also features a great battle in the “Blessed

are the Joke Makers” competition - - which answer is your favorite?

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CATHOLIC Community Building | Anthony D'Ambrosio, Filmmaker | Episode #006

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 11:00:00 -0000

Anthony D'Ambrosio joins The BeatiDudes for a bonus conversation about building community and taking on creative challenges. Learn about Anthony's favorite projects from his past and find out who wins the Blessed are the Joke-Makers" competition.

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INSPIRED by St. Maximilian KOLBE | Anthony D'Ambrosio, Filmmaker | Episode #005

Mon, 10 Apr 2023 11:00:00 -0000

During a difficult season of life, Anthony D'Ambrosio saw a picture of St. Maximillian Kolbe's desk that sparked an instant connection. Today, Anthony is producing a feature-length film about the final days of Kolbe's life - - the days after Kolbe voluntarily took the place of another man to serve out a death sentence by starvation with a group of fellow captives at Auschwitz.

Anthony's creative vision and story-telling ability are only matched by his quick wit and his ability to build faith-filled communities. This episode of the BeatiDudes weaves together the stories and adventures of many seeking all that is true, good, and beautiful.

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CRACKER BARREL REFLECTIONS | Dave Moore, Musician | Episode #004

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 11:00:00 -0000

In this bonus episode of The BeatiDudes, Dave Moore brings his A-game with one-liners that ultimately leave the BeatiDudes speechless.

The humor is complimented by the deep reflection that each Dude shares when asked, "What is life teaching you right now?"

The BeatiDudes - a show with wit, wisdom, and everything in between!

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MUSIC is the DIALECT of GOD | Dave Moore, Musician | Episode #003

Mon, 03 Apr 2023 12:10:00 -0000

We know you’ll enjoy episode #003 of The BeatiDudes as we

are joined in the studio by the dynamic, faith-filled, and often unpredictable, Dave

Moore.

Dave is an accomplished musician, composer, and family

man. Dave and his wife are the founders of the Catholic Music Initiative, a

nonprofit that provides mass settings and music resources to more than 500

parishes in the United States. Their arrangements are prayerful, reverent, and

accessible for anyone regardless of musical ability.

Dave was recently appointed to serve as the director of music and liturgy for

the National Eucharistic Congress. He shares

insights into the planning and prayer involved in curating “the largest family reunion”

for the Catholic church in America.

In our conversation, Dave dives into the stories that led

him to discover his musical talent and how he maintains the heart of an altar

server as he leads others in praise and worship.

It is clear to see the Holy Spirit guiding Dave’s steps

as he reflects on the ways that beauty and art serve as the dialect of God.

There is no one like Dave Moore, and we think you’ll

agree after tuning in.

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Kevin is CLUELESS About Twins | Kevin Fitzpatrick, One Visit Away | Episode #002

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 12:00:00 -0000

Join us for the exciting bonus episode to hear Kevin Fitzpatrick join in on the improv, find out more about what fuels his faith, and discover the answer to Episode 001's cliffhanger - did Kevin's wife give birth to the twins yet??

This bonus episode is chock full of fun, faith, and authentic fraternity.

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First Guest PULLS NO PUNCHES | Kevin Fitzpatrick, One Visit Away | #001

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 12:15:00 -0000

Welcome to the first episode of the BeatiDudes, where Kevin Fitzpatrick shares his inspiring journey, beginning with a miraculous event in his youth that has culminated in his becoming the founder of One Visit Away - a platform that equips philanthropic fundraisers with the tools needed to grow their organization and impact. Kevin also goes deep into his vocation as a father of five girls at the age of thirty, being open to life, and going where you're called.

Interspersed among the faith-filled reflections, join us for some witty improv, terrible Australian accents, and a blindfolded drawing competition (check out this episode on YouTube to see for yourself - link below).

If you're looking for an inspiring and motivational story that will leave you with a renewed sense of hope in the God of Miracles, then this episode is a must-listen. And, if you're curious about the miracle that sparked Kevin's passion for helping others, tune in to learn more!

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