Busted Halo Show w/Fr. Dave Dwyer

Mass Class Wednesday

Fri, 16 May 2008 16:00:00 GMT

During this Mass Class Wednesday episode of The Busted Halo Show, Father Dave discusses some questions about the mass and issues of faith with callers. Some of the topics covered here about returning to the church after a long time, if the leftover wine is still consecrated, and what the appropriate sign is to give after receiving communion. (Originally aired: 04/30/08) The Busted Halo Show with Father Dave Dwyer is on Sirius Satellite Radio, Channel 159, Monday through Friday, 7:00pm to 10:00pm EST. Give us a call: 1-888-3-CATHOLIC. Go to www.sirius.com to get subscription information.

Some Tough Questions of Faith

Wed, 14 May 2008 18:21:00 GMT

On this episode of The Busted Halo Show, Father Dave handles some common yet potentially difficult questions of faith from callers, "how do we reconcile our image of a loving God with the wrathful God of the Old Testament?" and "when do other Christian denominations receive the Holy Spirit?" There is also a Mass Class question regarding how to handle the chalice at church. Listen and learn - enjoy! (Originally aired: 04/30/08) The Busted Halo Show with Father Dave Dwyer is on Sirius Satellite Radio, Channel 159, Monday through Friday, 7:00pm to 10:00pm EST. Give us a call: 1-888-3-CATHOLIC. Go to www.sirius.com to get subscription information.

Interview: Brad Corrigan of Dispatch, pt. 2

Thu, 8 May 2008 16:00:00 GMT

On this portion of the Busted Halo Show, Father Dave interviews the lead singer and guitar player of the band Dispatch. He currently plays under his solo moniker Braddigan, performing at awareness concerts and fundraisers for the under-priviliged populations of Nicaragua and around the world. This is the second part of the interview. Part 1 is the previous podcast. (originally aired: 04/28/08, hour 3) The Busted Halo Show with Father Dave Dwyer is on Sirius Satellite Radio, Channel 159, Monday through Friday, 7:00pm to 10:00pm EST. Give us a call: 1-888-3-CATHOLIC. Go to www.sirius.com to get subscription information.

Interview: Brad Corrigan of Dispatch, pt. 1

Tue, 6 May 2008 20:58:00 GMT

On this portion of the Busted Halo Show, Father Dave interviews the lead singer and guitar player of the band Dispatch. He currently plays under his solo moniker Braddigan, performing at awareness concerts and fundraisers for the under-priviliged populations of Nicaragua and around the world. This is the first part of the interview. Part 2 is coming shortly. (originally aired: 04/28/08, hour 2) The Busted Halo Show with Father Dave Dwyer is on Sirius Satellite Radio, Channel 159, Monday through Friday, 7:00pm to 10:00pm EST. Give us a call: 1-888-3-CATHOLIC. Go to www.sirius.com to get subscription information.

Difficult Questions of Faith

Wed, 9 Apr 2008 16:00:00 GMT

On this Mass Class episode of the Busted Halo Show, listeners call in to ask Father Dave questions about the mass (such as about a monstrance and the Apocrypha), and also about particularly difficult issues of faith. Specifically, someone calls with concerns about a loved one that she has lost recently. (Originally aired: 04/01/08, Hour 3, part 2) The Busted Halo Show with Father Dave Dwyer is on Sirius Satellite Radio, Channel 159, Monday through Friday, 7:00pm to 10:00pm EST. Give us a call: 1-888-3-CATHOLIC. Go to www.sirius.com to get subscription information.

April Fools' Day Show

Wed, 2 Apr 2008 16:00:00 GMT

On this episode of the Busted Halo Show, Father Dave tells us some April Fools stories of years past, and also handles questions of faith from the listeners ranging from how to take in communion, drinking the wine, and why exactly it is a sin to miss mass. (Originally aired: 04/01/08, Hour 3, part 1) The Busted Halo Show with Father Dave Dwyer is on Sirius Satellite Radio, Channel 159, Monday through Friday, 7:00pm to 10:00pm EST. Give us a call: 1-888-3-CATHOLIC. Go to www.sirius.com to get subscription information.

Special Holy Week Mass Class

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 16:41:00 GMT

In this special edition of Mass Class Wednesday on The Busted Halo Show, Father Dave answers several different questions about Holy Week traditions. Among other topics discussed, Father Dave explains the "breath of life" during the Chrism Mass, the special containers used in these times, and a common question from many people outside the faith: what actually happens at mass? (Originally aired: 03/26/08, Hour 2) The Busted Halo Show with Father Dave Dwyer is on Sirius Satellite Radio, Channel 159, Monday through Friday, 7:00pm to 10:00pm EST. Go to www.sirius.com to get subscription information.

Mass Class Questions Galore!

Fri, 21 Mar 2008 16:00:00 GMT

During this Busted Halo show on a Mass Class Wednesday, Father Dave takes a string of calls from listeners about their particular questions about things that they experienced at mass. In this segment, the questions range from the inclusion of the bells, the definition of "tenebrae," who can preach the homily, and in what cases the sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick can absolve one of mortal sins. (Originally aired: 03/12/08, hour 3) The Busted Halo Show with Father Dave Dwyer is on Sirius Satellite Radio, Channel 159, Monday through Friday, 7:00pm to 10:00pm EST. Go to www.sirius.com to get subscription information.

What is fact and fiction in the Bible?

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 16:00:00 GMT

Father Dave helps us come to terms with the difficulty of trying to interpret the level of fact and fiction and truth in the Bible, particularly in the more poetic and allegorical books such as Job. He also discusses the honorary term "Monsignor," outlines the differences between a diocese and an archdiocese, and listens to a caller describe his recent experience at mass in regards to the readings about Lazarus. (Originally aired: 03/11/08. Hours 1 and 2) The Busted Halo Show with Father Dave Dwyer is on Sirius Satellite Radio, Channel 159, Monday through Friday, 7:00pm to 10:00pm EST. Go to www.sirius.com to get subscription information.

A Variety of Topics

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 16:24:00 GMT

On this segment of The Busted Halo Show, Father Dave asks listeners What Did You Hear?, about their experience at mass the previous weekend, discusses the news story about the "new sins" released by the Vatican, and also handles issues of faith about what to do if you became upset by a particular decision made by your local pastor. (Originally aired: 03/10/08, Hour 2) The Busted Halo Show with Father Dave Dwyer is on Sirius Satellite Radio, Channel 159, Monday through Friday, 7:00pm to 10:00pm EST. Go to www.sirius.com to get subscription information.

Facts of Faith!

bustedhalo — Fri, 7 Mar 2008 20:23:00 GMT

In this new segment on the Busted Halo Show called Facts of Faith, Father Dave talks to friend of the show Father Larry Rice about answering certain common questions in the Catholic faith. In this particular episode, Fr. Larry dispenses knowledge on questions about receiving the eucharist several times, how many times a priest can preside in one day, and what is the most appropriate way to receive communion. In return for this wisdom, Team Busted Halo presents Father Larry with his very own theme song! (Originally aired: 02/26/08, Hour 1) The Busted Halo Show with Father Dave Dwyer is on Sirius Satellite Radio, Channel 159, Monday through Friday, 7:00pm to 10:00pm EST. Go to www.sirius.com to get subscription information.

Interview: Deepak Chopra

Thu, 6 Mar 2008 03:01:00 GMT

Father Dave sits down with one of the world leaders in the field of mind-body medicine and spirituality, and author of over 50 books about various forms of healing, Deepak Chopra about his new book "The Third Jesus: The Christ We Can Not Ignore." (Originally aired: 02/19/08, Hour 1) The Busted Halo Show with Father Dave Dwyer is on Sirius Satellite Radio, Channel 159, Monday through Friday, 7:00pm to 10:00pm EST. Go to www.sirius.com to get subscription information.

Mass Class with Father Larry Rice

Fri, 29 Feb 2008 17:00:00 GMT

Father Dave gets some help with questions of faith from Father Larry Rice. Some of the intriguing questions include: Do godparents have to be Catholic? Do Sundays count in terms of my Lenten sacrifice? What are some of the differences between Catholic and Presbyterian clergy? And the everlasting issue - when to sit, kneel, and stand during mass? (Originally aired: 02/26/08, Hour 2) The Busted Halo Show with Father Dave Dwyer is on Sirius Satellite Radio, channel 159, Monday through Friday, 7:00pm to 10:00pm EST. Go to www.sirius.com to get subscription information.

Confession Questions

Mon, 25 Feb 2008 17:00:00 GMT

Father Dave answers many common questions about the Sacrament of Reconciliation, including: Is it acceptable to receive eucharist before confession? Can anyone go to confession? Can I create my own Act of Contrition, and if so, what should it include? When exactly is one absolved? And the biggie: what should one say in confession? (Excerpted from show originally aired: 02/20/08, hours 1 and 2) The Busted Halo Show with Father Dave Dwyer is on Sirius Satellite Radio, channel 159, Monday through Friday, 7:00pm to 10:00pm EST. Go to www.sirius.com to get subscription information.

Tackling Issues of Faith

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 17:00:00 GMT

In this excerpt from the Busted Halo Show, Father Dave handles some intriguing calls from people with questions of faith regarding integrating a young child into the church, the baptism status of a newborn in a multi-religious household, receiving eucharist after being away from the church, and how to become more involved with your local parish. (originally aired: 02/19/08, hour 1)

First Sunday of Lent Review

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 17:30:00 GMT

This was the first Busted halo Show after the First Sunday of Lent, so Father Dave asks listeners to call in and tell us what they remember from their experience at mass. Father Dave discusses the "classic" readings from this week, the concept of a blessing cup, how to catechize to a child with tricky questions during mass, and we even get a song! (Originally aired: 02/11/08, Hour 1)

Ash Wednesday Stories and Questions

Tue, 12 Feb 2008 18:26:00 GMT

Clearly, people are enthralled by the tradition of Ash Wednesday. On this Free-For-All Friday episode of the Busted Halo Show, Father Dave continues to talk to callers about their own anecdotes and inquiries about this popular church ritual. Also, what does it mean when there is no Holy Water at church during Lent? (Originally aired: 02/08/08, Hour 1)

Evolution Versus Faith?

Thu, 7 Feb 2008 19:23:00 GMT

During this Mass Class edition of the Busted Halo Show, Father Dave discusses a caller's comment regarding self-proclaimed "Dr. Dino" Kent Hovind, the correlation of different scientific and religious concepts, and how we might integrate science and faith in such a way so as to heighten our appreciation and understanding of both. (Originally aired: 01/23/08, hour 3)

Mass Class with Paulist Father Ricky Manalo

Tue, 5 Feb 2008 17:29:00 GMT

In this special episode of The Busted Halo Show, Father Dave talks to fellow Paulist Father Ricky Manalo about his work in liturgical music, the relationship of composing music to his faith, and his vocation to becoming a Paulist priest. Father Dave also gets some help from Father Ricky in answering questions of faith from the listeners regarding everything from the different versions of the Latin mass, receiving the eucharist, and the concept of "sampling" different types of masses in order to find what works best for you. (Originally aired: 01/23/08, hour 2)

Where Faith and Funny Meet

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 10:11:00 GMT

This is excerpted from the last hour of the Busted Halo Show before Father Dave takes off on his parish mission trip in Colorado, and the result is quite amusing. Listen to Father Dave as he has in-depth Q+A with callers, discusses the significance of the Pope's new encyclical, and chats with Team Busted Halo about the importance of ski helmets and disinfectant spray. Added bonus: a special Word-on-the-Street segment where we see what people have to say about their issues of faith out on the streets of New York City. (originally aired 01/04/08, hour 3)

Free-For-All Friday!

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 23:00:00 GMT

On our segment Free-For-All Friday, Team Busted Halo requests listeners to call with any possible questions of faith that you might have. During this particular episode, somebody may have taken this concept a bit too far, but you be the judge. Father Dave also handles questions regarding forgiveness, Hell, religion in politics, marriage and the priesthood, and the ultimate question: what to do if we arrive late to mass?! (Originally aired: 01/04/08, first hour)

Mass Class with Team Busted Halo!

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 20:59:00 GMT

On this first Mass Class Wednesday of the New Year, Father Dave tells Team Busted Halo a New Years' Eve, handles inquiries about the chaplet, transubstantiation, purgatory, and that ever-present question: why is it actually called mass? (Originally aired: 01/02/08)

Questions of Faith

Tue, 8 Jan 2008 19:30:00 GMT

In this segment from the show, Father Dave handles some interesting and potentially difficult questions of faith, particularly ones about confession, from both callers and Team Busted Halo. (Originally aired: 12/18/07)

Interview: Mitch Albom, author of "Tuesdays with Morrie"

Tue, 1 Jan 2008 12:00:00 GMT

Father Dave has an inspiring conversation with best-selling author Mitch Albom, the writer of award-winning books "Tuesdays with Morrie" and "The Five People You Meet in Heaven." They discuss Mitch's new project "For One More Day," and also his community service and charity projects, the concept of giving, and the beautiful view of life portrayed in his works. (Originally aired: 12/07/07)

What Did You Hear?

Thu, 27 Dec 2007 17:00:00 GMT

During this weekly segment called "What Did You Hear?", Father Dave asks listeners to call in and tell us what they remember from mass. He also answers several intriguing questions of faith, and chats with Team Busted Halo about the Advent season and possible vocations for the staff. (Originally aired: 12/17/07)

Interview: AJ Jacobs - "A Year of Living Biblically"

Mon, 17 Dec 2007 20:10:00 GMT

Imagine spending an entire year living exactly by the rules and regulations of the Bible. Well, this guest on The Busted Halo Show did exactly that. Father Dave and the gang talk to author AJ Jacobs about his new book, "A Year of Living Biblically" which chronicles all of the tough challenges, hilarious stories, and moving lessons had by living biblically 24 hours a day for 365 days. (Originally aired: 12/13/07)

Mass Class: Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe

Fri, 14 Dec 2007 20:31:00 GMT

Team Busted Halo discusses the Advent traditions for candles and vestments, invites callers to talk about the significance of Our Lady of Guadalupe, and Father Dave answers the tricky question: "Are priests allowed to hate?" (Originally aired: 12/12/07)

Vocation Awareness Tuesday with Father Leo Patalinghug

Mon, 10 Dec 2007 17:00:00 GMT

On this special segment of the show called Vocation Awareness Tuesday, Father Dave and all of Team Busted Halo talk to Father Leo Patalinghug, author of the book and new TV show "Grace Before Meals," about how he realized his "Godly purpose for food," the powerful lessons to be learned preparing and eating meals together, and how to get kids to eat their vegetables! (Originally aired: 11/27/07)

Mass Class with Author Greg Pierce

Thu, 6 Dec 2007 17:00:00 GMT

On this episode of The Busted Halo Show, Father Dave has special guest award-winning writer and speaker Gregory Pierce, author of "Spirituality at Work," to talk about his new book "The Mass Is Never Ended" and also handle some very intriguing and challenging mass class questions. (Originally aired: 12/05/07)

Interview: Beyond the Gates

Tue, 4 Dec 2007 17:00:00 GMT

Father Dave interviews four key members of the making of the critically-acclaimed movie "Beyond the Gates" (producer/co-writer David Belton, director Micahel Caton-Jones, co-star Hugh Dancy, and Rwandan genocide survivor and film crew member Jean-Pierre Sagahutu) about the challenges and rewards of creating such an emotional and difficult film about the Rwandan genocide of 1994.

Faith-in-Culture Thursday w/ Father Jim McDermott

Mon, 19 Nov 2007 17:00:00 GMT

Father Dave and Jesuit Father Jim McDermott talk about Father Jim's role as editor of American magazine, the crossroads of faith and popular culture, and the theological significance of Mr. Roboto. (Originally aired: 10/10/07)

Father Dave Goes to Rome!

Mon, 19 Nov 2007 17:00:00 GMT

This is an audio travelogue from Father Dave during his trip to Rome including a run-in with the very musical family man Greg Popcak, a segment of mass from St. Peter's Basilica, and also Father Dave's bad "timing" situation in a clock tower. Enjoy!

Interview: Robert Fulghum

Fri, 16 Nov 2007 17:00:00 GMT

Father Dave interviews Robert Fulghum, best-selling author of "All I Really Need to Know I Learned In Kindergarten," about his new book of essays entitled "What On Earth Have I Done?"

Interview: Bone Hampton

Tue, 6 Nov 2007 20:15:00 GMT

Father Dave interviews Christian comedian Bone Hampton about his calling to comedy, the challenges and rewards of being a "clean" comic, and his new DVD "Thou Shalt Laugh 2: The Duece." (Originally aired: 11/05/07)

Interview: Barenaked Ladies

bustedhalo — Fri, 26 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Father Dave interviews mulit-platinum artists Barenaked ladies to the Busted halo show to talk about their new live DVD/CD, "Talk to the Hand: Live in Michigan." (aired: 10/26/07)

Interview: Fr. Michael O'Loughlin

Thu, 25 Oct 2007 02:00:00 GMT

Father Dave invites Byzantine priest Father Michael O'Loughlin to both discuss the differences and diversity within the Catholic church, and to handle questions of fiath from the listening audience. (Originally aired: 10/24/07)

Interview: Charlie Daniels

Fri, 19 Oct 2007 23:00:00 GMT

Father Dave interviews rock and country music legend, Charlie Daniels! (aired: 10/19/07)

Interview: Dr. Kate Devries

Tue, 2 Oct 2007 16:56:00 GMT

Tonight Father Dave talks to the Associate Director of the Office of Young Adult Ministries, Dr. Kate Devries, about her work with the successful summer speaker series Theology on Tap. (originally aired 08/20/07)

Interview: Rabbi Yossi

Wed, 26 Sep 2007 16:00:00 GMT

Rabbi Yossi Pollack is currently the rabbi of a vibrant Jewsih community at the Stanton Street Shul in the Lower East Side neighborhood in New York City. Tonight, Father Dave speaks with Rabbi Yossi as part of the Interfaith Vocation Awareness segment of the show. (Originally Aired: 07/31/07)

Interview: John Spalding

Fri, 21 Sep 2007 23:02:00 GMT

John Spalding, a contributing editor of the Busted Halo website (www.bustedhalo.com), the founder and editor of the religious culture magazine SOMA, and author of the book "A Pilgrim's Digress: My Religious Quest for the Celestial City" talks to Father dave this evening about John's newest book. (Originally aired: 07/23/07)

Interview: John Allen

Fri, 14 Sep 2007 16:00:00 GMT

Award-winning journalist and senior correspondent for both CNN and NPR John R. Allen, Jr. speaks with Father Dave about his new book and about the "mega-trends that are shaping the global Catholic church." (Originially aired: 07/18/07)

Interview: Dr. Tom Beaudoin

Fri, 7 Sep 2007 19:09:00 GMT

Dr. Tom Beaudoin is an associate professor of Religious Studies at Santa Clara University. Father Dave talks to Dr. Beaudoin about his new book, "Consuming Faith: Integrating Who We Are with What We Buy," which examines the relationship between consumerism and religion and how we might develop an "economic spirituality." (Originally aired: 07/25/07)

Interview: Senator Sam Brownback

Fri, 22 Jun 2007 15:48:00 GMT

The senior senator from Kansas and candidate for the Republican party's nomination for President of the United States, Senator Brownback talks to Father Dave about his conversion to Catholicism, his staunchly conservative position on abortion, raising his hand when asked at the candidate debate who didn't believe in evolution, and his bus trip through Iowa. Originally aired: (6/22/07)

Interview: Blake Lewis

Tue, 12 Jun 2007 15:21:00 GMT

American Idol 2007 runner-up, Blake Lewis, talks to Father Dave in-studio about beatboxing, his courageous musical choices, where he finds inspiration, and succeeding while bucking the popular trends. Originally aired: 6/12/07

Coming Attractions: Trinity Sunday (Fr. Jude)

Sat, 2 Jun 2007 01:48:00 GMT

Fr. Dave and Fr. Jude Siciliano, OP, talk about the process of preparing to preach a homily, and give up a preview of the Scripture readings for Trinity Sunday, explaining a bit about the Holy Spirit along the way. originally aired 6/1/07.

Interview: Deepak Chopra

Fri, 4 May 2007 15:25:00 GMT

Renowned spiritual master Deepak Chopra talks about his latest book, "Buddha," and going to Catholic School as a kid. Originially aired 5/04/07.

Interview: Dr. Michael Galligan-Stierle

Sat, 28 Apr 2007 23:35:00 GMT

In the wake of the tragic shooting at Virgina Tech, The Busted Halo Show highlighted the many positive things happening on college campuses across North America. Dr. Micahel Galligan-Stierle is Vice President of the National Association of Catholic Colleges and Universities in Washington DC. Originally aired: 4-18-07.

Inteview: Kevin Kostic, CRScampus.org

Fri, 20 Apr 2007 16:54:00 GMT

Kevin Kostic is the University Program Coordinator for Cathoilc Relief Services. (4-20-07)

Interview: The Legendary Charlie Daniels

Fri, 13 Apr 2007 19:38:00 GMT

Yes, as in "The Devil Went Down to Georgia." He won a Grammy Award for that, you know. He talked in studio about his Gospel music albums, his first time attending Catholic Mass (in Iraq), and his "Soapbox" blog at CharlieDaniels.com. (4/13/07)

Mass Class: Fr. Andrew Ciferni answers questions

Thu, 8 Mar 2007 04:34:00 GMT

Questions on: the Sunday obligation, which parts of Mass are different during Lent, chatting before Mass, standing after communion, altar relics, life in an Abbey, "liturgy" vs. passive entertainment, why we ring bells during Mass, how to receive communion, where did the altar rail go?

Faith Q's: More About the Mass

Wed, 7 Mar 2007 05:11:00 GMT

Questions on what to do when hosts are dropped, consuming more than one host, the transcendent vs. immanent at Mass, taking a break for the Lenten promise for one day, what to do with those who come forward in the communion line but do not receive.

Interview: Brian Carpenter, Seminarian

Wed, 7 Mar 2007 04:59:00 GMT

Vocation Awareness Tuesdays (VAT!) brings on this seminarian from the Diocese of Rochester, NY.

Faith Q: What if our ashes offend people?

Thu, 22 Feb 2007 07:09:00 GMT

The day after Ash Wednesday, we answer a listener's question of faith: What if the ashes on our foreheads on Ash Wednesday offend other people?

Interview: Fr. Richard Leonard, SJ

Thu, 22 Feb 2007 05:33:00 GMT

Director of the Austrailian Catholic film office, Fr. Leonard talks about how to find value in popular films, and helps us with our Oscar picks. (2/22/07)

Interview: Michele Castle of Isagenix

Mon, 8 Jan 2007 22:01:00 GMT

Michele Castle is a former Director of Young Adult Ministry for the diocese of Raleigh, NC. Now she's a life fitness coach and sales rep for Isagenix products that can help you cleanse your body of harmful toxins.

Church Search: Univ. Catholic Ctr, Austin TX

Wed, 13 Dec 2006 05:20:00 GMT

Church Search goes to Austin, Texas, and the University Catholic Center. Fr. David Farnum tells us about all that goes on.