Best Savvy Broadcasting Podcasts (2025)

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JUST LIFE - Dr Andrew Parker - A desire for wholeness and a search for meaning 53:55

17h ago53:55

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Dr Andrew Parker, a psychiatrist, discusses mental health with Fr Toby, emphaisising the importance of personal growth and agency in spite of circumstances. JUST LIFE is a human formation programme brought to you by Radio Maria, airing on weekdays at 10am and rebroadcast at 10pm. If you enjoyed this programme, please consider supporting us with a o…

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THE WORD IN 4D - Sr Hyacinthe & Sr Carino: Fifth Sunday of Easter 39:05

18h ago39:05

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Sr Carino and Sr Hyacinthe look at the Gospel for the Fifth Sunday of Easter, where Jesus gives the new commandment of love. Catechism references: 782, 1267, 1823, 2842 Each Wednesday morning the Dominican Sisters of St Joseph go deeper into the Gospel reading for the upcoming Sunday by exploring how it is used in the Catechism of the Catholic Chur…

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THE FRIARSIDE - Fr Toby - Philosophy is Everyone's Business, Part 8: Everything has a cause except the uncaused cause 37:43

19h ago37:43

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Fr Toby introduces us to the Cosmological argument and explains why it does not make sense to ask, 'then who caused God?' THE FRIARSIDE airs live on Radio Maria on Mondays and Tuesdays at 11:15am and is rebroadcast at 11:15pm on the same days. Our Priest Director Fr Toby reads through a spiritual book, pausing and providing commentary as he goes. I…

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JUST LIFE - Lauren Heithaus - The Wells of Hope and Healing 38:29

23h ago38:29

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Join Lauren Heithaus on a deeply moving pilgrimage across time and landscape as she journeys to two of Britain’s most sacred and enduring holy wells: Ladyewell Shrine in Lancashire and St Winefride’s Well in North Wales. Along the way, you’ll walk the paths of hidden recusant Catholics, hear the miraculous story of St Winefride, and pause at ruined…

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WORD FOR TODAY - Fr Toby - Allow the crisis to become a quest 7:42

1d ago7:42

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Fr Toby on how the issue is not searching for rest but where we search for it. WORD FOR TODAY is broadcast live on Radio Maria on weekdays at 1:15pm and is rebroadcast at 12:15am and 5:45am the following day. In it our Priest Director Fr Toby offers a reflection, usually drawing from the Mass readings of the day. If you enjoyed this programme, plea…

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CREDO - Nathan Whitbread - Neurodiversity & Faith 46:20

1d ago46:20

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For Mental Health week Helena is joined by Nathan Whitbread to talk about Neurodiversity and Faith. CREDO is a programme that nourishes listeners in their Catholic faith. It airs live on Radio Maria every weekday at 4pm and is rebroadcast at 4am the following morning. If you enjoyed this programme, please consider supporting us with a one-off or mo…

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THE FRIARSIDE - Fr Toby - Philosophy is Everyone's Business, Part 7: Nemo dat quod non habet 39:31

2d ago39:31

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Fr Toby explains that nothing can give what it does not have and how talk of an unconcsious energy behind the universe cannot explain our consciousness THE FRIARSIDE airs live on Radio Maria on Mondays and Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 11:15am and is rebroadcast at 11:15pm on the same days. Our Priest Director Fr Toby reads through a spiritual book, p…

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CULTURE TUESDAY - Katharine Hill - Raising digitally savvy, well-balanced kids. 27:58

2d ago27:58

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On this episode, we’re diving into the challenges and blessings of raising resilient, emotionally healthy children in today’s culture—especially during Mental Health Awareness Week. I’m joined by Katharine Hill, who brings a wealth of experience and compassion to this conversation. Katharine is the UK Director of Care for the Family, a national cha…

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THE FRIARSIDE - Fr Toby - Philosophy is Everybody's Business, Part 6 33:52

3d ago33:52

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More on the four causes and seeing how the effective cause does not always precede the effect in time. THE FRIARSIDE airs live on Radio Maria on Mondays and Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 11:15am and is rebroadcast at 11:15pm on the same days. Our Priest Director Fr Toby reads through a spiritual book, pausing and providing commentary as he goes. If yo…

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SPECIAL - The Passover Investigation: An Easter Play for Voices by Edmund Matyjaszek 1:01:00

3d ago1:01:00

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Step back in time to 35 AD. The province of Judaea is restless. The execution of a man called “Christus” still haunts Jerusalem. Rumours swirl about an empty tomb. Was Pontius Pilate’s trial just? Did his followers steal his body? Or is there another truth? Join Radio Maria for a thrilling live broadcast of The Passover Investigation—A Play for Voi…

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WORD FOR TODAY - Fr Toby - Not just belief, but compelling witness 6:59

3d ago6:59

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Fr Toby discusses the criterion of the apostles for the selection of St Matthias and the task of each us to witness to what we believe. WORD FOR TODAY is broadcast live on Radio Maria on weekdays at 1:15pm and is rebroadcast at 12:15am and 5:45am the following day. In it our Priest Director Fr Toby offers a reflection, usually drawing from the Mass…

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WORD FOR TODAY - Fr Toby - You can close your eyes but it won't change what happened 12:07

4d ago12:07

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Fr Toby invites us to consider the miracle of the sun at Fatima and crucially to be changed by it. WORD FOR TODAY is broadcast live on Radio Maria on weekdays at 1:15pm and is rebroadcast at 12:15am and 5:45am the following day. In it our Priest Director Fr Toby offers a reflection, usually drawing from the Mass readings of the day. If you enjoyed …

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PATRISTIC PILLARS - Fr Joseph Hamilton - Pope Leo the Great, Part 1 52:08

4d ago52:08

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After the election of Pope Leo XIV last week Fr Joseph turns his attention to his namesake Pope Leo the Great exploring the first of his extant letters. Fr Joseph Hamilton is the Rector of the Domus Australia in Rome, and a priest of the Archdiocese of Sydney Australia. Prior to his appointment at Domus, he served as private secretary to George Car…

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THE FRIARSIDE - Fr Toby - Philosophy is Everyone's Business, Part 5 40:44

5d ago40:44

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Sign up for Our Lenten Reflections sent to your phone or email address daily!! rmengland.civi-go.net/lentendailyreflections THE FRIARSIDE airs live on Radio Maria on Mondays and Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 11:15am and is rebroadcast at 11:15pm on the same days. Our Priest Director Fr Toby reads through a spiritual book, pausing and providing comment…

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WORD FOR TODAY - Fr Toby - Be the Good Shepherd to one another 9:29

5d ago9:29

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Fr Toby explains how the way to follow the Good Shepherd is to image Him to one another. WORD FOR TODAY is broadcast live on Radio Maria on weekdays at 1:15pm and is rebroadcast at 12:15am and 5:45am the following day. In it our Priest Director Fr Toby offers a reflection, usually drawing from the Mass readings of the day. If you enjoyed this progr…

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MORNINGS WITH RADIO MARIA - Conclave, the Film, ft. Fr Matthew Jarvis 29:18

8d ago29:18

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Fr Matthew Jarvis OP joins Tim to talk about Conclave, the film.

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WORD FOR TODAY - Fr Toby - A New Pope 7:07

8d ago7:07

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Habemus Papam! Fr Toby on the election of Pope Leo XIV. WORD FOR TODAY is broadcast live on Radio Maria on weekdays at 1:15pm and is rebroadcast at 12:15am and 5:45am the following day. In it our Priest Director Fr Toby offers a reflection, usually drawing from the Mass readings of the day. If you enjoyed this programme, please consider supporting …

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SPECIAL - Julie MacFarlane-Barrow Remembers Pope Francis 31:34

9d ago31:34

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Julie MacFarlane-Barrow, Director of Generation Hope, on her and Magnus' meeting with Pope Francis. Julie is the wife of Magnus MacFarlane-Barrow, founder of Mary's Meals, the inspirational charity that feeds millions of children around the world.

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MORNINGS WITH RADIO MARIA - Remembering Pope Francis 51:45

9d ago51:45

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Georgia Clarke, John Withers, and Edmund Adamus join Tim on Mornings with Radio Maria to remember Pope Francis in the week of his passing.

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WORD FOR TODAY - Fr Toby - Taste and See that the Lord is Good 13:10

9d ago13:10

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Fr Toby on finding true spiritual riches in the Scriptures. WORD FOR TODAY is broadcast live on Radio Maria on weekdays at 1:15pm and is rebroadcast at 12:15am and 5:45am the following day. In it our Priest Director Fr Toby offers a reflection, usually drawing from the Mass readings of the day. If you enjoyed this programme, please consider support…

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THE WORD IN 4D - Sr Carino & Sr Cooey - Third Sunday of Easter 43:59

11d ago43:59

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Sr Carino and Sr Cooey look at the Gospel for the Third Sunday of Easter, where Jesus meets Peter by the Sea of Tiberias after His Resurrection. Catechism references: 448, 1166, 2096, 2628 Each Wednesday morning the Dominican Sisters of St Joseph go deeper into the Gospel reading for the upcoming Sunday by exploring how it is used in the Catechism …

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WORD FOR TODAY - Fr Toby - Babette's Feast and the healing power of a good meal 22:13

12d ago22:13

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Fr Toby reflects on the Resurrection Breakfast and healing power of a meal shared in light of the Eucharist. WORD FOR TODAY is broadcast live on Radio Maria on weekdays at 1:15pm and is rebroadcast at 12:15am and 5:45am the following day. In it our Priest Director Fr Toby offers a reflection, usually drawing from the Mass readings of the day. If yo…

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THE BARDCAST - Sarah de Nordwall 30. Lord of the World, Part 2. ft. Robert Cassidy 32:27

17d ago32:27

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This is Part 2 of the discussion between Sarah de Nordwall and her guest Robert Cassidy on the remarkable 1907 novel “Lord of the World” by Robert Hugh Benson which explores the principles at work in a society that produces the “strange fruit” of state sanctioned euthanasia. None of the themes that Benson explored are lacking in relevance today - t…

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CREDO - Fr Richard Ounsworth - The Letter to the Hebrews, Part 1 49:47

17d ago49:47

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The Letter to the Hebrews opens with the words "Long ago God spoke to our ancestors in many and various ways by the prophets, but in these last days he has spoken to us by a Son." What do these strange words mean and where will they lead us? Come on this journey of discovery with us to find out as Fr Richard Ounsworth unpacks, verse by verse the le…

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AS I WAS SAYING - Fr Euan Marley - The Letter to the Hebrews, Part 1 38:05

19d ago38:05

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Fr Euan takes us through the book of Hebrews. AS I WAS SAYING airs live on Radio Maria on Thursdays at 11:15am and is rebroadcast at 11:15pm. Each week Fr Euan Marley OP makes his way, chapter by chapter, through a book of Holy Scripture providing in-depth commentary. If you enjoyed this programme, please consider supporting us with a one-off or mo…

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THE LITURGICAL LOOKING GLASS - Rest in Peace, Pope Francis 57:08

21d ago57:08

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This is Easter Week and Divine Mercy Sunday is just round the corner, but it is also the week in which we mourn the loss of Pope Francis. Today's episode reflects those things and more. THE LITURGICAL LOOKING GLASS is a programme that looks at the liturgy of the week ahead and music that is inspired by it either directly or indirectly. It is writte…

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CHILDREN'S LITURGY - Divine Mercy Sunday, Year C 16:16

21d ago16:16

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Enter the kingdom as a little child with Lucia and Maria Watson as they go through the Gospel readings for this Sunday's Mass. CHILDREN’S LITURGY is put together for Radio Maria by Lucia Watson based on CAFOD’s Children’s Liturgy material. If you enjoyed this programme, please consider supporting us with a one-off or monthly donation. Visit RadioMa…

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JUST LIFE - Lauren Heithaus - Hidden Catholic: London Museums 53:07

22d ago53:07

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In this fascinating episode of Just Life, Lauren takes us on a spiritual treasure hunt through some of the UK’s most iconic institutions — the British Museum, British Library, Tower of London, National Gallery, and the Victoria and Albert Museum. She reveals the hidden religious items tucked away in plain sight — from ancient relics and illuminated…

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How To Be A Financially Savvy Freelancer 35:19

22d ago35:19

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25 April 2025 Backstage with Backup E8: How To Be A Financially Savvy Freelancer Guests: Suzi Green Tour Manager at Healthy-touring.com, Founder of The BACK LOUNGE and Mental Health Advocate, and Paul Jones, Event production and management specialist at Ethix Management, and founder of UK Live Event Freelancers Forum. Host: Sarah James runs PR agen…

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SPECIAL - Pope Francis 1936 - 2025: An Obituary 17:03

24d ago17:03

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This week we mourn the death of Pope Francis, who went to meet the Lord whom he served on the morning of Monday the 21st of April 2025. Paul Danon, from Radio Maria's news team, takes us through his life and Papacy. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord. May he rest in peace.

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CULTURE TUESDAY - Antonia Braithwaite - Marian Gardens 21:21

24d ago21:21

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Marriage and Family Life Coordinator, Dr Antonia Braithwaite, highlights the benefits of creating a ‘Mary Garden’ as a way for families to create a devotional outdoor space dedicated to the Virgin Mary.

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THE BARDCAST - Sarah de Nordwall - 29. Lord of the World ft. Robert Cassidy 30:23

25d ago30:23

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Following on from our previous episode of the Bardcast's mini-series on euthanasia in film, novel and drama: helping people imagine the out-workings of government-assisted dying in order to oppose the Leadbetter Bill, Sarah de Nordwall and her guest Robert Cassidy have an energetic discussion of the remarkable 1907 novel “Lord of the World” by Robe…

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JUST LIFE - Fiorella Fiorella de Maria - My Family & Other Skaters and The Second Skater of the Apocalypse 46:10

25d ago46:10

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Fiorella de Maria returns to Radio Maria to introduce us to her children's series about a skating home-schooling family. Compelling and heart-warming, these novels bring out the joys and challenges of a modern English family. Fiorella is an author and mother from leafy Surrey in the Diocese of Arundel and Brighton. JUST LIFE is a human formation pr…

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JUST LIFE - Lauren Heithaus - History of Pilgrimage in Britain 40:21

25d ago40:21

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Pilgrimage has been at the heart of Christian life for centuries, but what does it really mean? In this episode of Just Life on Radio Maria, we’ll uncover the history of pilgrimage in Britain, from the sacred journeys of early Christians to the great medieval pilgrim routes—and how the Reformation nearly erased them. As we go through the Jubilee Ye…

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THE FRIARSIDE - Fr Toby - I can't prove the Resurrection but it's the best explanation of the facts 38:15

25d ago38:15

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Fr Toby argues for belief in the Resurrection as the only reasonable option. THE FRIARSIDE airs live on Radio Maria on Mondays and Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 11:15am and is rebroadcast at 11:15pm on the same days. Our Priest Director Fr Toby reads through a spiritual book, pausing and providing commentary as he goes. If you enjoyed this programme, …

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PATRISTIC PILLARS - Fr Joseph Hamilton - St Augustine's 226th Sermon (and RIP, Pope Francis) 49:35

25d ago49:35

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Don't be a crow - St Augustine warns us not to caw, 'Cras, Cras (tomorrow, tomorrow)' like the crows but to return to the Lord like the dove. Fr Joseph Hamilton is the Rector of the Domus Australia in Rome, and a priest of the Archdiocese of Sydney Australia. Prior to his appointment at Domus, he served as private secretary to George Cardinal Pell,…

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WORD FOR TODAY - Fr Toby - The Heart Has its Reasons 22:22

25d ago22:22

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Fr Toby on the Resurrection and Pascal's reasons of the heart. WORD FOR TODAY is broadcast live on Radio Maria on weekdays at 1:15pm and is rebroadcast at 12:15am and 5:45am the following day. In it our Priest Director Fr Toby offers a reflection, usually drawing from the Mass readings of the day. If you enjoyed this programme, please consider supp…

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WORD FOR TODAY - Fr Toby - Will You Not Watch With Me One Hour? 8:04

29d ago8:04

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Fr Toby encourages us to linger on Good Friday. WORD FOR TODAY is broadcast live on Radio Maria on weekdays at 1:15pm and is rebroadcast at 12:15am and 5:45am the following day. In it our Priest Director Fr Toby offers a reflection, usually drawing from the Mass readings of the day. If you enjoyed this programme, please consider supporting us with …

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THE FRIARSIDE - Fr Toby - Good Friday Special 50:11

29d ago50:11

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THE FRIARSIDE airs live on Radio Maria on Mondays and Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 11:15am and is rebroadcast at 11:15pm on the same days. Our Priest Director Fr Toby reads through a spiritual book, pausing and providing commentary as he goes. If you enjoyed this programme, please consider supporting us with a one-off or monthly donation. Visit Radio…

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PATRISTIC PILLARS - Fr Joseph Hamilton: Always Lent? St Basil's homily on drunkenness 53:08

30d ago53:08

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Fr Joseph Hamilton looks at a great Patristic text preached by St Basil on drunkenness during an Easter homily. Fr Joseph Hamilton is the Rector of the Domus Australia in Rome, and a priest of the Archdiocese of Sydney Australia. Prior to his appointment at Domus, he served as private secretary to George Cardinal Pell, until the Cardinal’s untimely…

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MORNINGS WITH RADIO MARIA - Madeline Page: Opposing the Assisted Suicide Bill 32:41

30d ago32:41

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Tim is joined by Madeline Page from Right to Life UK to provide you with a practical guide to getting in touch with you MP to encourage them to oppose the Assisted Suicide Bill before its 3rd Reading. Please share this podcast and encourage others to meet and write to their MPs to oppose this Bill. For more information and helpful resources visit h…

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SPECIAL - Vision: The Musical Story of Lourdes 36:51

30d ago36:51

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Dom Hartley and Jonny Dixon-Smith discuss their musical about Lourdes and announce some London dates this summer.

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WORD FOR TODAY - Fr Toby - An Exodus to be suffered in 13:27

1M ago13:27

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Fr Toby unpacks the Christian Exodus definitely won and yet still be worked out WORD FOR TODAY is broadcast live on Radio Maria on weekdays at 1:15pm and is rebroadcast at 12:15am and 5:45am the following day. In it our Priest Director Fr Toby offers a reflection, usually drawing from the Mass readings of the day. If you enjoyed this programme, ple…

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THE WORD IN 4D - Easter Vigil Liturgy, Year C 38:50

1M ago38:50

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Sr Carino and Sr Hyacinthe look at how the liturgy of the Easter Vigil, from the Exultet through to the Liturgy of the Eucharist.Catechism references: 412/640, 1217-1219, 1987, 2810 THE WORD IN 4D: Each Wednesday morning the Dominican Sisters of St Joseph go deeper into the Gospel reading for the upcoming Sunday by exploring how it is used in the C…

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WORD FOR TODAY - Fr Toby - Confronting in Strange Mercy 11:25

1M ago11:25

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Fr Toby on the strangeness of the mercy of God and Jesus's words to Judas. WORD FOR TODAY is broadcast live on Radio Maria on weekdays at 1:15pm and is rebroadcast at 12:15am and 5:45am the following day. In it our Priest Director Fr Toby offers a reflection, usually drawing from the Mass readings of the day. If you enjoyed this programme, please c…

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WORD FOR TODAY - Fr Toby - More Than Nard 10:58

1M ago10:58

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Fr Toby reflects on how Mary is pouring out her whole life, her whole future on Jesus, not just costly nard. WORD FOR TODAY is broadcast live on Radio Maria on weekdays at 1:15pm and is rebroadcast at 12:15am and 5:45am the following day. In it our Priest Director Fr Toby offers a reflection, usually drawing from the Mass readings of the day. If yo…

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AS I WAS SAYING - Fr Euan Marley - The Book of Hebrews: Introduction 39:54

1M ago39:54

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Fr Euan turns his attention to the book of Hebrews for a new series on As I was Saying. AS I WAS SAYING airs live on Radio Maria on Thursdays at 11:15am and is rebroadcast at 11:15pm. Each week Fr Euan Marley OP makes his way, chapter by chapter, through a book of Holy Scripture providing in-depth commentary. If you enjoyed this programme, please c…

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ProParent - Ciro Candia - 40. The Unwritten Rules of Real Professionals 15:09

1M ago15:09

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In this month's episode, Ciro Candia explores how parents can prepare their children to thrive in the workplace — by mastering the power of integrity. ProParent is a programme that promotes confident parenting, written and presented by Ciro Candia, founder of ProParent Hubs. If you enjoyed this programme, please consider supporting us with a one-of…

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CHILDREN'S LITURGY - Palm Sunday, Year C 12:26

1M ago12:26

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Enter the kingdom as a little child with Lucia and Maria Watson as they go through the Gospel readings for this Sunday's Mass. CHILDREN’S LITURGY is put together for Radio Maria by Lucia Watson based on CAFOD’s Children’s Liturgy material. If you enjoyed this programme, please consider supporting us with a one-off or monthly donation. Visit RadioMa…

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THE LITURGICAL LOOKING GLASS - Palm Sunday and Holy Week 1:00:28

1M ago1:00:28

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"Hosanna to the Son of David! "The children cry. And may we be like them in this final week of Lent as we approach Easter Morning. THE LITURGICAL LOOKING GLASS is a programme that looks at the liturgy of the week ahead and music that is inspired by it either directly or indirectly. It is written by Nick Swarbrick and co-presented by Tim Hutchinson.…

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