Morning Air

8/28/24 7am CT Hour - Fr. Chris DiTomo/ Dave Durand   John and Sarah chat about Trump indictment, Harris/Walz interview on CNN and song lyrics you probably misheard.   Fr. Chris talks Augustine, his youth, conversion and book of confession and more.   Dave explains the difference between self promotion and self agency, why it's important to understand the need and art of this and how to avoid trouble associated with it.

So, are you thinking about retiring? You’re definitely not alone! On today’s Morning Air, John Morales had a really interesting chat with Harry Kraemer—former CEO of Baxter and all-around wise guy—about when it’s the right time to retire. Spoiler alert: it’s not as simple as hitting a certain age!   Harry pointed out that with people living longer these days, deciding when to retire has gotten a bit trickier. Back in the day, the average lifespan was around 65, so retiring made sense. But now, you might live into your 80s or 90s, which means you could be retired for more years than you actually worked!    The big takeaway? Plan ahead! Harry emphasized that it’s super important to think about what you want to do in retirement. Don’t just stop working one day and expect everything to fall into place. Whether it’s volunteering, getting more involved in your church, or even writing that novel, you’ve got to have a plan.   And remember, retirement doesn’t mean retiring from life! You can stay active, contribute to your community, and keep that sense of purpose going strong. So, before you decide to clock out for good, take some time to pray, reflect, and really think about what God might be calling you to do with the next chapter of your life.    As Harry likes to say, "life’s not a sprint—it’s a marathon."  So, pace yourself, plan wisely, and enjoy the ride!

8/27/24 6am CT Hour - Suzanne Bilodeau/ Sr. Mary Teresa Bettag   John and Sarah chat about weather, Babe Ruth jersey and peaches.   Suzanne encourages listeners to have persistence in prayer for our children just like St. Monica.   Sr. Mary Teresa explores how easy it is to argue about a great many things in life but how hard it is to argue about the beauty of the world around us that we are drawn to.

8/27/24 7am CT Hour - Suzanne Bilodeau/ Harry Kraemer   John and Sarah chat about weather, Babe Ruth jersey and peaches.   Suzanne shares how persistence in prayer is one of the things God loves and can teach us throughout our life.   Harry talks about the many things that go into our decision to retire including financial, social and mental. 

8/26/24 6am CT Hour - Dale Parker/ Lindsay Schlegel   John and Sarah chat about RFK Jr stepping down, back to school, Little League Championship and National Dog Day.   Dale breaks down why purity is essential yet so counter cultural in today's world and how to encourage youth to live it.   Lindsay gives tips on going back to school with kids and having the right attitude so that you can help your children and yourself go back optimistically.

8/26/24 7am CT Hour - Preston Allex/ Kendra Von Esh   John and Sarah chat about RFK Jr stepping down, back to school, Little League Championship and National Dog Day.   Preston explains what Catholic Legacy is and why it's important for all parents to have a will.   Kendra shares how the natural seasons of the world crossover into the spiritual life and the power of love amidst it all.

8/23/24 6am CT Hour - Fr. Dan Dorsey/ Erika Ahern/ Bishop Daniel Mueggenborg   John, Glen and Sarah chat about Vice President Kamala Harris's speech, RFK Jr announcement in Arizona and football.   Fr. Dan shares the story of the Glenmary Home Missionaries and how to support the work that they do in America.   Erika breaks down the highlights of the DNC from a Catholic prospective.   Bishop Mueggenberg reflects on the end of the Bread of Life discourse from the Gospel of John.

8/23/24 7am CT Hour - Mary Hallan Fiorito/ Dr. Joseph Meaney   John, Glen and Sarah chat about Vice President Kamala Harris's speech, RFK Jr announcement in Arizona and football.   Mary shares the good news that of Democrats for Life and others stepping up to the plate to help mothers in need during the DNC to promote life.   Dr. Meaney explains what the Church teaches on vasectomies and what to do if you already have gotten one.

8/22/24 6am CT Hour - Dr. Edward Sri/ Mike McDonald   John, Glen and Sarah chat about the DNC, Trump rally and play What's That Sound.   Dr. Sri talks NEC and how we can put more into our understanding of the mass and receive more from Christ.   Mike breaks down the newly released Democratic platform and how it conflicts with the Catholic faith.

8/22/24 7am CT Hour - Marcel LeJeune/ Fr. James Kubicki   John, Glen and Sarah chat about the DNC, Trump rally and play What's That Sound.   Marcel explains what Jesus' solution is to the problems of the Catholic Church. Hint: it's not as hard as you think.   Fr. Kubicki explains where the feast of the Queenship of Mary came from and why we celebrate it today.