Fr. Edward Looney looks ahead to a meaningful trip to New York, where he will visit the Parish Visitors of the Immaculate and pray at the tomb of the Servant of God Mother Tallon. Along the way, he will also honor the memory of his priest mentor, Fr. Fred Miller, whose buried in the religious order's cemetery.

In this episode, Fr. Edward speaks with Mother Maria Catherine, whom he met through the Mariological Society of American and reconnected with at the Center for Sainthood Studies, to discuss the life, legacy, and growing cause for canonization of Mother Tallon—the foundress of the Parish Visitors.

Together, they explore:

-How Mother Maria Catherine discovered her vocation with the Parish Visitors
-The life and mission of Mother Tallon
-Why her witness still matters in the Church today
-Her bold call for all people to become saints
-The importance of praying for miracles—and whether we’re asking for the right ones
-Pilgrimages to her tomb and the status of possible miracles
-Resources available to learn more about her life and spirituality

Fr. Edward also shares a moving story about the reality of religious life today—how communities depend on providence and how quickly donations can be used to meet urgent needs.

Join us as we reflect on holiness, vocation, and the quiet yet powerful witness of a woman whose cause for sainthood is advancing.

Dr. George Ellis is a surgeon by profession—but his creative pursuits have led him into the world of independent film through his company, Coronado Beach Productions.

In this engaging conversation, Dr. Ellis joins Fr. Edward to explore the intersection of vocation and creativity. Together, they discuss what it’s like to navigate two very different worlds—medicine and filmmaking—while pursuing meaningful storytelling.

You’ll hear insights on:

• How George transitioned from medicine into film
• What it’s like to participate in film festivals
• The real cost of making an independent movie
• One of the biggest challenges filmmakers face: finding an audience
• Advice for aspiring filmmakers
• How creative people discern which projects to pursue
• Filmmakers who inspire George
• Festivals he hopes to attend
• Podcasts and resources he uses to stay current in the industry
• Whether you’re a filmmaker, creative professional, or simply curious about the art of storytelling, this conversation offers a fascinating look at passion, discipline, and the pursuit of creative work.

https://coronadobeachproductions.com

Trig Rosseau joins Fr. Edward Looney to discuss the world of Christian hip hop and the mission behind Holy Culture Radio, the station dedicated to faith-centered hip hop that can be heard on SiriusXM.

In this conversation, they explore the place of hip hop within Christian evangelization and how artists are using the genre to proclaim the Gospel. Fr. Edward asks questions many listeners may have: Can hip hop truly be Christian? Does Christian hip hop avoid the explicit language often associated with the genre? And does hip hop experience the same kind of crossover between secular and Christian music that exists in other musical styles?

Trig shares insights into the culture of Christian hip hop, the artists shaping the movement, and how Holy Culture Radio is helping bring faith-filled music to a wider audience.

Whether you’re already a fan of hip hop or simply curious about how the Gospel is reaching new audiences through music, this conversation offers an engaging look at faith, culture, and evangelization.