Living Real Radio
Living Real Radio, a ministry from St. Philip Catholic Church, Franklin, TN, broadcasts weekly on Nashville's Hippie Radio 94.5 FM, WHPY with hosts John Angotti & Greg Walton. Focusing on faith, real life and real issues, episodes feature thought provoking topics, inspiring music and special guests. Living Real is brought to you by Closets by Design, Nashville. Due to intellectual property rights, not all songs from the radio broadcast are featured on the podcast. Links to those songs are posted in our episode notes.
Episodes
309 episodes
Chris Estes & Echo Harbor Worship
We talk to Chris Estes about OCP Music's newest endeavor, Echo Harbor Worship, a faith-based, worship-centered bridge, fostering unity for all people through the love of God. Its label team, songwriters and artists come from different faith com...
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Season 7
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Episode 38
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58:29
"Behold I Am Sending You"
We reflect on Independence Day and the readings for the 14th Sunday in ordinary time while playing some tunes.
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Season 7
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Episode 37
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59:57
Father Ed Steiner's Retirement Episode
This episode airs on Father Ed Steiner's last day as pastor of St. Philip Catholic Church in Franklin, Tennessee of which Living Real Radio is a production. We talk to Father Ed about his 43 years as a priest while featuring some special moment...
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Season 7
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Episode 36
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59:39
Mark Haas, The Catechism of "The Lord of the Rings"
Catholic composer and speaker, Mark Haas, shares some of his compositions and insights on how JRR Tolkien's Catholic faith informed his epic high fantasy novel, The Lord of the Rings.
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Season 7
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Episode 35
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59:20
GIA's Summer Music Institute
Guests Peter Kolar and Sarah Wolf from GIA Publications discuss the purpose of the Summer Music Institute, July 9-11 in Naperville, IL, a diverse program for both sacred and secular choral music makers in English and Spanish. More info and regi...
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Season 7
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Episode 34
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1:00:00
Have love for one another
In this episode of Living Real Radio, John and Greg explore the themes of love and community in the context of Jesus's words in the Sunday Gospel, "This is how all will know that you are my disciples if you have love for one another” (John 13:3...
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Season 7
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Episode 33
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44:04
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On Pope Leo XIV
We explore the election of Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, delving into his background, the Order of Augustinians and the historical context of his name to the Catholic Church.
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Season 7
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Episode 32
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59:26
The Conclave with Fr. Ed Steiner
We delve into the intricate process of the papal conclave with Fr. Ed Steiner, exploring its historical roots, the role of cardinals, the voting procedure, and the significance of secrecy during the election. We also reflect on the impact of Po...
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Season 7
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Episode 31
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55:02
Remembering Pope Francis
After his passing on Easter Monday, April 21, we reflect on the life and papacy of Pope Francis with music and some of his memorable quotes. Only featured on our Nashville Hippie Radio Broadcast: There Is ...
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Season 7
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Episode 30
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54:04
Easter Sunday 2025 with John and Greg
We discuss the significance of Easter and Holy Week with inspiring music by Catholic musicians.
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Season 7
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Episode 29
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59:59
Reflections for Holy Week 2025
John and Greg discuss Palm Sunday, Holy Week and play some tunes.
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Season 7
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Episode 28
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59:07
Victoria Reed & Rae Radick, Women in the Arts
Having just wrapped up Women's History Month, we interview two women with interests in both music and history: Victoria Reed, Director of the Williamson County Performing Arts Center in Franklin, TN and Nashville-based Singer Songwriter Rae Rad...
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Season 7
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Episode 28
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51:25
Carry Your Cross with Tony and Jose Melendez
Christian musician, Tony Melendez, and his brother, Jose, share their story and talk about their latest Parish Mission titled Carry Your Cross. Tony is an accomplished guitar player, composer, singer, and songwriter born without arms w...
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Season 7
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Episode 27
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51:19
John Angotti reflects on the Third Sunday of Lent
John Angotti reflects on the Third Sunday of Lent in word and with songs. Only on our Nashville Hippie Radio 94.5 broadcast: Hold Us Together - Matt Maher | Falli...
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Season 7
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Episode 26
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44:43
Tim Forbes on the Judge Dinkins Educational Center
Tim Forbes, Executive Director of the Judge Dinkins Educational Center, talks to us about the center's mission to provide vocational training for adolescents who might be at risk or engaged with the juvenile or criminal justice system. Only fea...
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Season 7
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Episode 25
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43:28
Shenita Bolton on Overcoming Trauma
Shenita “Nita” Bolton talks to Living Real about her first book, “Unveiled: Overcoming Trauma to Walk in Your Divine Purpose” about the transformative power of faith, resilience, and self-reflection. Shenita’s desire is to uplift and empower in...
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Season 7
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Episode 24
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41:12
Lindy Wynne and Mamas in Spirit
We interview Lindy Wynn, podcaster and founder of Mamas in Spirit Catholic Ministry for Women. Songs featured only on our Nashville Hippie Radio 94.5 broadcast: All Who Are Thirsty - Sarah Kroger |
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Season 7
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Episode 23
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53:45
"Here I am... send me!"
In the Sunday Readings for February 9, 2025, we have Isaiah, Paul and the disciples all responding to God's call. Isaiah replies, "Here I am," I said; "send me!" John and Greg reflect on all this featuring a relevant playlist of Catholic music....
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Season 7
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Episode 22
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59:57
Forward to the Cross with Composer Aaron Thompson
Living Real welcomes Sacramento based Catholic musician Aaron Thompson, a composer with World Library Publications, a division of GIA. An accomplished vocalist proficient on guitar, piano and trumpet, Thompson draws from his childhood soundtrac...
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Season 7
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Episode 21
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59:32
Jesus reads from the scroll
In our readings from the third Sunday in Ordinary Time, we have both Ezra and Jesus reading the word of God to the people. Ezra reaffirms the law of Moses. Jesus proclaims that he fulfills the words he reads from the prophet Isaiah. Paul remind...
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Season 7
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Episode 20
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59:37
Claudia Margarita Schmitt - The Montessori Method in Religious Education
Claudia Margarita Schmitt shares her extensive background in education, particularly focusing on the Montessori method and its application in religious education through the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd. Featured only on our Nashville Hippie...
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Season 7
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Episode 19
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56:28
Yaphett Powell & Found Boys: Empowering Boys with Absent Fathers
Attorney, executive, speaker, podcaster, professor, athlete, and now author, Yaffett Powell shares his personal journey of overcoming adversity and discusses his mission to empower young boys, especially those with absent fathers, to reco...
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Season 7
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Episode 18
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43:49
Christmas with Catholic Composers
We reflect on Christmas with music by various Catholic composers.
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Season 7
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Episode 17
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1:00:02
Rachel Hester - Room In The Inn and Father Charles Strobel
We talk to Rachel Hester, Executive Director of Nashville's Room In The Inn, about serving the unhoused, the legacy of Father Charles Strobel, and his book,
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Season 7
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Episode 16
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44:20
The Artist Shen - From Graffiti to Gallery to God
The artist Shen creates bold, vibrant art that blends faith with urban expression. As the OG West Coast graffiti female of the '80s, she broke barriers, turning streets into realms of wonder. Now bringing that edge to gallery art, Shen's work c...
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Season 7
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Episode 15
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45:09