We speak with UnCommon Good all-star Dr. Charlie Camosy about his new book from OSV press, Living and Dying Well. We explore the world view that thinks of Physician Assisted Killing as "merciful," but work through a Catholic worldview that refuses to see hope and goodness in death, and the live it takes, both individually and communally, to make this all a reality.

Join Bo and Bud as they interview the absolutely brilliant Leah Libresco Sargeant regarding her new book, The Dignity of Dependence: A Feminist Manifesto. When a society reckons with both the radical reality of dependence (both creature toward their creator, and the embodied need we all share in some regard) and the fact the God given dignity of women does not depend on a presumed interchangeability with men, what ramifications for our life together will become apparent? This question and more animates one of our best interviews in a long time--make sure to give it a listen!

Folks, the day has arrived: St. John Henry Newman will be announced as a Doctor of the Catholic Church on November 1st, 2025. Our very own Dr. Bud Marr was involved in the process, and we both have a lot to say in regard to this wonderful news!

October is the Month of Our Lady of the Rosary, and the show dives into how not only is the Rosary a personal devotion, but classically throughout Catholic history, a distinct mode of social action. We explore Pope Leo XIII's understanding of the Rosary and Public Life, the Battle of Lepanto, and aspects both medical, personal and political of this, the Church's most recognized prayer throughout the world, in the middle of the month dedicated to Our Mother's care!

We have been on air for 9 years folks! As Iowa Catholic Radio prepares for its on air Fall Fundraiser starting Tuesday, September 30th, we reflect on our time talking things out on the air way, showing our gratitude, pointing out what radio means to us, and hopefully convincing you to call 515-681-8143 or visit iowacatholicradio.com to donate!

We talked about the Pope and His first 100ish days--its an exciting time to be alive and be Catholic!

We talk about the upcoming feast of the Exultation of the Holy Cross and its profound shape on Church history, the history of every Christian life, and the reality of those implications for the here and now and the hereafter!

On this episode, we interview John Huynh, D.Min., Director of Social Justice for Diocese of Des Moines and Catholic Charities. We dive deep into the Pastoral Letter on Immigration from the Iowa Bishops Conference, "Pilgrims of Hope." We ask the questions about the letter, what it means for our time and place, and the ramifications of hope for seeing this pressing issue not through a simply political or partisan lens, but instead with the eyes of Faith. You won't want to miss it!

We have Dr. Luigi Russi, Assistant Professor of Education at the Catholic University of the West of France in Angers. A former Newman Scholar at the National Institute of Newman Studies in Pittsburgh (2023) and member of the Lyceum Institute, Dr. Russi brings his expertise to a rich conversation on Religion and Technology--I know that probably sounds familiar! Utilizing the concept of Cosmotechnics, he asks us to imagine the Liturgy for Catholics as the true basis for a "western' Cosmotechnics. Fascinating conversations ensues--you won't want to miss it! Co-Hosts: Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr

Co-Hosts: Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr

Hosts: Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr

Co-Hosts: Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr

Co-Host: Bo Bonner Co-Host: Dr. Bud Marr

Hosts: Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr

Hosts: Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr

Hosts: Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr

Hosts: Bo Bonner and Dr. Bud Marr

We are back from our adventures out to Washington D.C., and we are continuing our Religion and Technology series, and we are continuing to look at the documents of Vatican II through that lens, AND WE ARE CONTINUING to look at the document Lumen Gentium. This is a great document if people would actually give it a thorough read rather than just skim for the well known quoted texts, especially the end when it comes to the Church at the end of time and the Marian form of the Church!

It isn't every day that you get a new Pope, and it has NEVER been the day you get an American one--until now! We take a break from our regularly scheduled series to talk about our new Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV, not only our first impressions of his Papacy, but also pointing out that, by paying special attention to the Holy Father's fresh words, we ended up talking about religion and technology AFTER ALL!