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Beyond the Habit

Beyond the Habit

Sister Erin McDonald and Sister Colleen Gibson

A podcast moving beyond everyday assumptions of what it means to be Catholic, find common ground, create unity, and talk about real life issues, hosted by two Catholic Sisters.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Beyond the Habit episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Beyond the Habit for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Beyond the Habit episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Beyond the Habit - Lightning in a Bottle

Lightning in a Bottle

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11/22/22 • 34 min

In part two of our interview with Sister Helen Prejean, we talk about the vows, especially the vow of chastity, as well as Sister Helen’s upcoming plans. We also ask a series of lightning round questions, where Sister Helen keeps us on our toes. Finally, we unpack the episode along with guest Sister Sarah Simmons.

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Beyond the Habit - Sneaky Jesus

Sneaky Jesus

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11/14/22 • 42 min

In our first episode, Sisters Erin and Colleen interview Sister Helen Prejean, renowned anti-death penalty activist, about sisterhood and her work. Learn more about Sister Helen and listen to part one of this two part episode today!

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Beyond the Habit - Freedom is for All of Us

Freedom is for All of Us

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10/01/24 • 44 min

In this episode, Sisters Erin and Colleen interview Sister Eilis McCulloh, a Sister of the Humility of Mary. Sister Eilis serves as the Grassroots Education and Organizing Specialist for NETWORK, and also is the co-host of the podcast, Just Politics. The sisters talk about "bottom drawer issues", the importance of civil discourse, and being a part of Nuns on the Bus!
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Beyond the Habit - Finding God in All Stories
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03/12/24 • 49 min

In this episode, Sisters Erin and Colleen interview Eric Clayton, author of the books Cannonball Moments: Telling Your Story, Deepening Your Faith and My Life with the Jedi: The Spirituality of Star Wars. They talk about what cannonball moments can look like, the importance of each of our own stories, and finding God in media, from Star Wars to Ted Lasso. Listen today!
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Beyond the Habit - Magnifying Love

Magnifying Love

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11/21/23 • 53 min

In this episode, Sisters Erin and Colleen interview Dr. Craig Ford, Assistant Professor of Theology and Religious Studies at St. Norbert College. They talk about queer theology, the importance of asking questions, unexpected vocations, and their shared love of the movie Sister Act. Listen today!
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  • Read more about Dr. Craig Ford
  • When Craig's book, “Works of Art: Sexuality, Gender, Race and a New Theology of Embodiment,” is published, we will link it here!
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Beyond the Habit - Shine Bright

Shine Bright

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11/07/23 • 46 min

In this episode, Sisters Erin and Colleen interview composer and musician Sister Sally Koch, a Sister of St. Joseph of Carondelet. They talk about how music can connect us to our spirituality, the importance of women lifting each other up, and the creative process. Sister Sally also shares some of her songs. Listen today!
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Beyond the Habit - Making the Change

Making the Change

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09/12/23 • 54 min

In this episode, Sisters Erin and Colleen interview Paul Campion, an Organizer for the Sunrise Movement, a youth movement to stop climate change and create millions of good jobs in the process. They talk about advocating for a more just world, the importance of finding your community, and what we can all do in light of the climate crisis. Listen today!
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Beyond the Habit - Active Hope

Active Hope

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08/29/23 • 48 min

In this episode, Sisters Erin and Colleen interview Lisa Amman, the Deputy Director of Engagement for Discerning Deacons. They talk about the questions being asked around the diaconate during the Synod, the importance of St. Phoebe, and how Lisa's young daughters brought her to her engagement around women's roles in the Catholic Church. Listen today!
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Beyond the Habit - Standing in the Tension Point
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03/07/23 • 56 min

In our first episode of season 2, Sisters Erin and Colleen interview Maka Black Elk, Executive Director for Truth and Healing at Red Cloud Indian School, a former Indian boarding school, about the difficult history of these boarding schools, the work he is doing in truth and healing, and his Catholic Faith. Erin and Colleen also talk about social media, Tik Tok, and building community online. Listen today!
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Beyond the Habit - The Dance of Dialogue

The Dance of Dialogue

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10/10/23 • 54 min

In this episode, Sister Erin and Colleen interview Sister Griselda Martínez-Morales, a Sister of St. Joseph of Lyon, who is a sought after speaker and facilitator throughout Latin America, the Caribbean, and the United States. They talk about interculturality, the importance of words, and vulnerability. Listen today!

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FAQ

How many episodes does Beyond the Habit have?

Beyond the Habit currently has 40 episodes available.

What topics does Beyond the Habit cover?

The podcast is about Podcasts and Religion & Spirituality.

What is the most popular episode on Beyond the Habit?

The episode title 'Finding God in All Stories' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Beyond the Habit?

The average episode length on Beyond the Habit is 46 minutes.

How often are episodes of Beyond the Habit released?

Episodes of Beyond the Habit are typically released every 14 days.

When was the first episode of Beyond the Habit?

The first episode of Beyond the Habit was released on Nov 7, 2022.

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