Morning Air

5/23/24 7am CT Hour - Taylor and Katie Schmidt/ Mary Hallan Fiorito   John, Glen and Sarah cat about Nikki Haley, Harrison Butker, and play What's That Sound. Taylor and Katie join us to talk about their call to become a missionary family in Peru. https://thegoodhelp.com/ Mary gives her take on the striking similarities between Brown v Board of Education and the Dobbs case which overturned Roe v Wade.

5/22/24 6am CT Hour   John, Glen and Sarah chat about tornado in Iowa, Ireland, Norway and Spain recognizing Palestine State, give an update on NEC Pilgrimage and Naples best city to live. Ashley reports on the Pope's Weekly General Audience, earthquakes in Naples, St Rita Feast Day and more. Sr. Mary Teresa talks about our love of sports and making sure that we love God more as we strive for sainthood.

5/22/24 7am CT Hour - Fr. Marcel Taillon/ Dave Durand   John, Glen and Sarah chat about tornado in Iowa, Ireland, Norway and Spain recognizing Palestine State, give an update on NEC Pilgrimage and Naples best city to live.Fr. Marcel talks about patriotism and remembering those who gave their life's for the freedoms we enjoy in this country. Dave breaks down the top mistakes organizations make and how to remedy the situation.

5/21/24 6am CT Hour - Cassie Everts/ Bishop Brendan Cahill   John, Glen and Sarah chat about Trump trial, weather ad update listeners on NEC pilgrimages. Cassie talks about how the innocent love that children have for Jesus can convict us as older Catholics to a renewed devotion to Jesus in the Eucharist. Bishop Cahill begins to unpack why the Vatican recently released a new document for discerning apparitions and the supernatural.

5/2124 7am CT Hour - Martha Fernandez-Sardina/ William Albrecht   John, Glen and Sarah chat about Trump trial, weather ad update listeners on NEC pilgrimages. Martha shares why we should share the message of Easter like the apostles post Pentecost. William breaks down the Church's understanding of the Holy Trinity.

5/20/24 6am CT Hour - Fr. Nate Edquist/ Dr. Jim Schroeder   John, Glen and Sarah chat about Iran President died in helicopter crash, Trump Hush Money Case Continues, Timberwolves win and John's son baseball team win a big game. Fr. Nate talks about love, how we perceive it as a child, how the world sees it and the kind of love God calls us to. Dr. Schroeder details the areas of free will where we struggle as humans and how with God's help we can succeed.

5/20/24 7am CT Hour - Fr. James Wallace/ Kendra Von Esh    John, Glen and Sarah chat about Iran President died in helicopter crash, Trump Hush Money Case Continues, Timberwolves win and John's son baseball team win a big game. Fr. James explains the Churches Feast day of Mary, mother of the Church and when the early church believed this. Kendra talks about enlisting and relying on the Holy Spirit in life and how a recent retreat reignited that flame in her life.

5/17/24 6am CT Hour - Brandon Scheitler/ Matthew Heidenreich/ Bishop Daniel Mueggenborg   John, Gen and Sarah chat weather in Texas, reaction to Harrison Butker's commencement speech, plus Lucy the Elephant. Brandon talks finances in the world of stocks and in the pocket books of Americans. Matthew shares why he decided to become a perpetual pilgrim on the Marian route set to begin this weekend and what he expects along the journey. Bishop Mueggenborg reflects on Pentecost Sunday and offers insights.

5/17/24 7am CT Hour - Dr. Michael New/ Kendra Tierney   John, Gen and Sarah chat weather in Texas, reaction to Harrison Butker's commencement speech, plus Lucy the Elephant. Dr. New breaks down the facts of the case involving the DC-5 and pro-lifers involved. Kendra shares some ideas for how to celebrate Pentecost with the family and make it memorable instead of just another day on the calendar.

Do you get stressed by all the meetings you have at work? Are you struggling to find time in the day to get stuff done?   John Morales sat down with Harry Kraemer, a seasoned professor of management and strategy at Northwestern University, to dissect Shopify's bold decision to cut down on meetings. Shopify, the e-commerce giant, has shaken up the corporate world by eliminating all recurring meetings with more than two people and limiting large meetings to once a week. 🗓️   Harry delves into the rationale behind this move. He notes that many employees find themselves bogged down by back-to-back meetings, which often leads to a lack of productivity. "We all have the same 168 hours in a week," he emphasizes, urging you to reflect on how you can better utilize your time.   Here are the key takeaways from the conversation: 1. Time Management is Key ⏳ Harry's Golden Rule: We all get 168 hours a week. How we use them determines our success.   Prioritization: Harry Kraemer stresses the importance of prioritizing tasks and being strategic about meeting times.   2. Meetings are Often Overdone 📅 Purposeful Meetings: Instead of meeting for the sake of meeting, ensure there's a clear agenda and goal.   3. Balancing Act ⚖️ Critical vs. Non-critical Meetings: Identify when a meeting is essential, like during a product launch or crisis.   Efficient Alternatives: Sometimes, an email or a quick chat can replace a lengthy meeting.   4. Remote Work Dynamics 🌐 Flexibility Wins: The pandemic taught us that many tasks can be accomplished remotely.   Hybrid Models: Finding a balance between in-person and remote work can optimize team dynamics and productivity.   5. Personal Connections Matter 🤝 Building Team Chemistry: Face-to-face interactions foster camaraderie and team spirit, which are hard to replicate online.   So, is Shopify on the right track? Harry Kraemer seems to think so, advocating for a thoughtful balance that maximizes efficiency without sacrificing essential team building. As he puts it, understanding how to allocate our 168 hours can make a profound difference in both personal and professional realms.   Final Thought: 🧠 Reflect and Reassess: Take a moment to consider your own schedule. Could fewer, more focused meetings make you more productive?   Remember, it’s not just about working harder, but smarter. Time is a gift – let’s use it wisely! ⏰✨