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S11 Episode 48 – Super duper homily
In this episode, the dogs discuss Connor’s new album (00:39) and his recent experience at Second City (03:40). Mike asks the guys whether they make jokes during homilies (6:30); Rob (7:50), Connor (10:14), and Mike (24:20) give their different perspectives. Connor invokes Aquinas to explain man as the risible animal (30:15) and they all talk […]
October 28, 2022
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S11 Episode 47 – Self-conscious at a funeral
In this episode, the dogs seek affirmation from one another (2:40) and Mike shares a grace from spiritual direction (4:10). Connor expresses his desire to live humbly from his heart (9:00). Rob gives an insight from C.S. Lewis on growing in humility (15:12) and Mike gets weirdly into building models (28:11). Quotes: “By the way, […]
September 16, 2022
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S11 Episode 46 – Enchantemus
In this episode, the dogs talk about how hard it has been to find a time to record (0:50). Connor talks about a new supplement he’s taking for joint pain (2:28) and a recent fascination with Bob Ross’ mentor: Bill Alexander (5:45). They discuss the pursuit of excellence in different forms, from Michael Jordan (9:40) […]
September 8, 2022
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S11 Episode 45 – Hold me
In this episode, the dogs lament the upcoming recording hiatus (0:25). Rob brings up Forest Gump, the best movie of all time, as an example of childhood innocence (2:24) and they all discuss a child’s unique ability to respond to reality (5:24). Mike gives a throwback to his time with braces (14:50), they all agree […]
July 29, 2022
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S11 Episode 44- Backwards on a treadmill
In this episode, the dogs discuss the vocation of the priesthood. Rob recognizes a new freedom in staying home on Friday nights (6:22), which Connor describes as a “unity of life” (8:30). Mike admits his own struggle with FOMO (17:40) and Connor offers some encouragement with an image that came to him on the Feast […]
July 21, 2022
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S11 Episode 43 – Shirk it hard
In this episode, the dogs talk about submitting to God’s grace as opposed to getting bogged down in the impossibility of a task (7:00), especially in light of Mike’s new responsibility ministering to 50,000 people on post (0:40). Mike shares his perspective from the altar at Mass and it’s significance for the rest of his […]
July 14, 2022
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S11 Episode 42 – Tangibly fruitful
In this episode, the dogs share their favorite SNL skits (2:58). Rob gives an update on his new push for authentic Christian community on campus (9:30) and Connor echoes the importance of letting go of outcomes (12:10). Mike shares what it’s like living a priestly life in moments of solitude (16:28) as well as some […]
July 1, 2022
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S11 Episode 41- Priestly moments
In this episode, the dogs talk about Mike’s first few weeks settling into base (2:10) and the sacred moments he’s experienced so far (6:45). Connor returns to the topic of Christian living (10:22) and shares his own need for community in the midst of hardship (10:50). They close-out the episode discussing Lean Cuisines (17:25), outdoor […]
June 24, 2022
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S11 Episode 40 – The Cruise sprint
In this episode, the dogs talk about Tom Cruise (1:00), fighter jets (1:05), and why we need a Maverick (11:10). Mike hones in on the need for stability (16:50) from Peterson’s Five Factor Model of Personality and Connor (24:53) and Rob (31:00) give their own examples of maintaining structure as a gift for others. Quotes: […]
June 17, 2022
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S11 Episode 39 – Gooey center
In this episode, the dogs discuss what it means to live an authentic Christian life. Rob shares a recent decision to develop deeper relationships on campus (4:22), Connor suggests a charism to describe the inherent tension within the diocesan priesthood (6:25), and Mike brings the conversation back to the marvelous exchange at the heart of […]
June 10, 2022
