Busted Halo Show w/Fr. Dave Dwyer
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Busted Halo Show w/Fr. Dave Dwyer
The Busted Halo Show with Catholic priest Father Dave Dwyer, CSP, is an informative and entertaining take on the Catholic faith. Father Dave and team answer your questions of faith and tackle current issues in our world while having some laughs along the way! This podcast features excerpts from the...
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‘Love More’: Composer J. Oconer Navarro Reflects on Performing Original Song at Pope Leo’s General Audience
Recently, the Saint Paul the Apostle Church choir in New York City had the exciting opportunity to perform an original song called “Love More” at Pope...

Can I Pray the Rosary During Mass?
A listener named Amy asks Father Dave about praying the Rosary. She explains that she started praying a Rosary at Church before Mass began, but did no...

Journalist Elise Ann Allen Reflects on Early Impressions of Pope Leo XIV After First Wide-Ranging Interview
Father Dave welcomes Elise Ann Allen, Senior Correspondent for Crux, who recently conducted the first extensive papal interview of Pope Leo XIV’s pont...

Why Does the Priest Say Certain Prayers Quietly During Mass?
A listener named Michael asks Father Dave about a prayer during Mass. “During the Liturgy of the Eucharist, there are certain things that the rubrics...

Preparing Kids for First Reconciliation: Advice From Katie and Tommy McGrady
Heading to confession can feel daunting as an adult, let alone preparing your child for their First Reconciliation! For help introducing this sacramen...

‘Pray Like a Champion Today’: Faith and Football With Notre Dame’s Team Chaplain, Fr. Nate Wills, CSC
College football season is underway, and Father Dave welcomes chaplain for the University of Notre Dame football team Father Nate Wills to discuss his...

Overcoming a Culture of Death — With Dr. Charles Camosy
Father Dave welcomes back friend of the show and ethicist Dr. Charles Camosy to discuss the fight against a culture of death. Dr. Camosy teaches moral...

How Can We Separate Sin From the Sinner When Forgiving Someone?
Father Dave answers a listener’s question about forgiveness. Lynn asks, “Do you forgive the sinner and not the sin? People must be accountable for the...

Heroic Virtue: How Pier Giorgio Frassati Can Be a Role Model For Us
Father Dave welcomes Bobby Angel to discuss how one of the Church’s newest saints, Pier Giorgio Frassati, can be a role model for all of us. Bobby is...

‘The Waiting Room’: What a New Book Can Teach Us About Accompanying the Dying
Father Dave welcomes author Michael Carlon to discuss his new novel “The Waiting Room” which reframes how we journey with those close to death.

Eyes Fixed on Jesus: Diving into the Gospels With Meg Hunter-Kilmer
As many students are off to college, Father Dave welcomes back Meg Hunter-Kilmer for a discussion about life on campus and her new book on understandi...

Helping Religious Educators in Our Modern World With Joe Paprocki
As many head back to school and religious education, we welcome back friend of the show Joe Paprocki to help catechists teach God’s word in the modern...

Why Do Priests Kiss the Altar at Mass?
A listener named Jesús wonders about a Mass ritual and asks, “Why do priests and deacons kiss the altar before Mass?”

Protecting the Faithful: Spotting Scams With Former White House Chief Information Officer Theresa Payton
Scammers can often target those in the Church, and Father Dave welcomes Theresa Payton to help others protect themselves from fraud. Theresa is the fo...

Vacation Donations: Should I Give When I Visit a New Parish?
Father Dave answers a listener’s question about Church donations. Shonda asks, “I always go to Mass on vacation. If I'm a visitor at a parish, should...

Should Priests Correct People Who Kneel While Receiving the Eucharist?
A listener named John asks Father Dave about correct postures when receiving the Eucharist. “I've seen an increase of people kneeling to receive commu...

How ‘Theology of the Body’ Applies to Fitness With Hypuro Fit Founder and CEO Chase Crouse
As Father Dave begins his 30-Day Challenge to instill healthier habits, we welcome Chase Crouse to discuss how faith and fitness are connected. Chase...

How Can I Follow Along With the Eucharistic Prayer at Mass?
A listener named Brittany asks Father Dave about the Eucharistic Prayer. She wonders, “Is there an easy way to know what Eucharist Prayer is going to...

How God Can Amplify Your Gifts: Kathryn Whitaker on Raising More Than $33,000 for Texas Flood Relief
Following the devastating floods in Texas, Father Dave welcomes friend of the show Kathryn Whitaker to discuss helping others after a tragedy.
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How Does the Church Prove That a Potential Saint Interceded for Us?
A listener named Kathleen asks Father Dave about the saint-making process in the Catholic Church. “If someone asks for the intercession of a person th...

Praying With Our Feet: Ministering to the Margins With Dr. Ansel Augustine
We may know how to pray with our hearts and minds, but Father Dave welcomes Dr. Ansel Augustine to discuss what it means to put that prayer into actio...

Why Do We Say ‘In Accordance With the Scriptures’ During the Nicene Creed?
A listener named Cecilia asks Father Dave about one aspect of the Nicene creed: “What Scriptures are being referred to when we say, ‘He rose again on...

What Italy Can Teach Us About Faith With Judith Valente
Rome is the center of the Catholic Church, and Father Dave welcomes Judith Valente to discuss what faith lessons we can learn from Italian culture. Ju...

The Importance of Serving Around the World With Catholic Relief Services
The amount of suffering in the world can feel overwhelming, and Father Dave welcomes Bill O’Keefe from Catholic Relief Services to explain the importa...

Living the Eucharistic Revival and Connecting to the Sacred Heart of Jesus With Mari Pablo
The National Eucharistic Revival concluded this past Sunday with the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, and Father Dave welcomes ba...

Highlights From the Jubilee Pilgrimage: Saint Paul Outside the Walls and Saint John Lateran
In this second dispatch from the Jubilee Pilgrimage, led by Father Dave, Brett, Lino Rulli, and Tyler Veghte of “The Catholic Guy Show,” we hear more...

Highlights From the Jubilee Pilgrimage: Holy Doors and Pope Leo XIV’s General Audience
Father Dave and Brett joined Lino Rulli and Tyler Veghte of “The Catholic Guy Show” on SiriusXM’s Catholic Channel for a pilgrimage to Italy for the J...

Transforming Your Faith Through Small Groups With Tom Corcoran
Father Dave welcomes Tom Corcoran to discuss how small group interactions can help revitalize parishes. Tom is the president of Rebuilt Parish, as wel...

A Fierce and Tender Love: Relating to Mary With Timothy O’Malley
Father Dave welcomes back Timothy O’Malley to discuss how we can better relate to Mary as our Blessed Mother. O'Malley is associate director at the Mc...

Learning More About Pope Leo XIV With EWTN’s Dr. Matthew Bunson
As Pope Leo XIV begins his pontificate, Father Dave welcomes back Dr. Matthew Bunson to discuss his new biography, “LEO XIV: Portrait of the First Ame...

Being Fully Known: Finding Peace in Our Identity in Christ With Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith
We all feel restless at times, and Father Dave welcomes back Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith to discuss finding our identity in Christ. Dr. Saundra is a boar...

Why Are Priesthood Ordinations Held on Different Dates?
A listener named Matt wonders about the timing of priesthood ordinations. Matt asks, “In different states, why is the ordination of the priests differ...

How the Rosary Can Accompany Those in Recovery From Addiction
May is Mental Health Awareness Month and also a time we honor Mary as our Blessed Mother. Father Dave welcomes back Scott Weeman, founder of Catholic...

White Smoke: Father Dave and Lino Rulli React to First Moments of Pope Leo XIV’s Pontificate
Father Dave and Lino Rulli from SiriusXM's The Catholic Channel share the first moments following the election of Pope Leo XIV while broadcasting from...

How to Choose Joy in Daily Life With Shemaiah Gonzalez
We are called to share our faith joyfully, and Father Dave welcomes Shemaiah Gonzalez to discuss her new book, “Undaunted Joy: The Revolutionary Act o...

Papal Biographer Austen Ivereigh On Pope Francis’ Legacy and Electing the Next Pope
Father Dave welcomes back journalist and papal biographer Austen Ivereigh to discuss the legacy of Pope Francis and what’s next for the global Church....

Previewing the Papal Conclave With John Allen, Jr.
Father Dave continues his conversation with John Allen, Jr., as the Holy Spirit will soon guide the College of Cardinals in the papal conclave. John i...

What Carlo Acutis Teaches Us About Faith and Technology With Film Producer Jim Wahlberg
Father Dave welcomes film producer Jim Wahlberg to talk about the new movie “Carlo Acutis: Roadmap to Reality,” which is in theaters until May 1st. Th...

Reflecting on Pope Francis and His Papacy With John Allen, Jr.
As we continue to mourn the loss of Pope Francis, Father Dave welcomes back John Allen, Jr. to reflect on the papacy. John is editor of Crux, an indep...

Finding Hope This Holy Week and Passover With Rabbi Brad Hirschfield
Holy Week and Passover coincide in 2025, and Father Dave welcomes back Rabbi Brad Hirschfield to discuss this meaningful time of year.