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Friar Time
Through meaningful interviews and heartfelt conversations, Friar Time, hosted by Fr. David Convertino, OFM, offers a deep dive into the intersections of faith, society, and personal well-being. New episodes are posted biweekly on Saturdays. You can tune in for an inspiring journey of introspection and spiritual growth.
Support the mission of Friar Time at https://bit.ly/supportfriartime.
Episodes
29 episodes
Insights into the Middle East: Faith, Peace & Conflict
On this episode, FRIAR TIME welcomes Rev. Elias D. Mallon, SA, STL, PhD, for a timely and essential discussion about the Middle East. While we originally planned to discuss "Resilience" today, current events have led us to prioritize this exper...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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40:21
S3 E3 • Pets!
On this episode, FRIAR TIME takes the show on the road to California! Join Fr. David Convertino, OFM, as he welcomes his biological brother, T.J. Convertino , and Grey’s Anatomy Executive Producer and Director, Linda Klein, for a wonderful conv...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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23:11
S3 E2 • Understanding Mental Illness
Today on FRIAR TIME, Dr. Jack Drescher returns for a timely and important conversation on understanding mental illness.More than 1 in 5 adults in the United States lives with a mental illness — so why does stigma sti...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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28:08
S3 E1 • Nationalism
It’s the FRIAR TIME season 3 premiere! Join me and Fr. Bryan Massingale for a conversation about Nationalism. Across our nation and our churches, we’re hearing Christian language used in ways that divide us ra...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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44:21
S2 E12 • The Battle Against Loneliness
Today on FRIAR TIME, Bro. Paul O’Keeffe, OFM, and I bravely enter The Battle Against Loneliness. During this especially meaningful episode, we will ask questions such as: In this time of instant communications an...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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S2 E11 • The Power of Digital Presence
Today, FRIAR TIME attempts to harness and better understand The Power of Digital Presence. Join me and our special guest, Franciscan Friar and YouTube personality with thousands of followers, Fr. Casey Cole, OFM, as we explore how...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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S2 E10 • Living With Cancer Part II
Today, FRIAR TIME tackles an experience that sadly affects us all, Living with Cancer. In our second foray into this emotional topic, Bro. William Herbst, OFM, and I will discuss what it’s like to receive a diagnosis, to feel like...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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S2 E9 • St. Francis’ Successor
If St. Francis were alive today, what would make him weep and give him hope? Today on FRIAR TIME, we’re travelling to Rome to pose that question to Bro. Massimo Fusarelli, Minister General of the Order of Fr...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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S2 E8 • Understanding our Transgender Community
Today on FRIAR TIME, we’re discussing an issue that’s political, medical, and extremely personal, as it’s about people trying to find peace in who they are. I hope you’ll join me and Dr. Jack Drescher for Understanding our Tran...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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S2 E7 • Law, Love, and Faith: Divorce in the Catholic Church
Are you married, divorced, remarried, or wondering if you still have a place in the Catholic Church? If so, today’s the day to tune in to FRIAR TIME for a discussion on one of the most beautiful and challenging commitments a...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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S2 E6 • Technology
Today on FRIAR TIME, explore a topic that touches every single one of us, from the moment we wake up and check our phones, to how we work, pray, and even rest. On this extremely relevant episode, Fr. Kevin Mullen, a returning guest who i...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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20:58
S2 E5 • Healthcare
Today, FRIAR TIME will discuss a topic that has a direct, all hours of the day impact on our lives, Healthcare. Joining the discussion will be a professional with expert insights derived from inside kno...
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S2 E4 • Climate Change
Albert Einstein once said, "Science without religion is lame; religion without science is blind." Today, FRIAR TIME will unite these two distinct ways of understanding the world as we explore a subject that has global ...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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30:51
S2 E3 • Aging and How We Think About It
Today, FRIAR TIME offers a revealing look at something that’s unavoidable, universal, and always top of mind, aging. Join me and Amy Stewart-Wilmarth, a Registered Nurse and Health Coach, for Aging and How We Think About ...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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27:33
S2 E2 • Immigration
Today, FRIAR TIME will explore a complex issue with many perspectives and societal impacts, Immigration. Can a country uphold its laws and its compassion? Is there room in our politics for mercy?
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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S2 E1 • The State of The World
It’s the Season 2 premiere of FRIAR TIME! This season, we’ll explore compelling and controversial issues and welcome guests with expertise in a variety of fields. But today is the day we unveil our new set to our view...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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25:27
Special Edition: Papal Conclave
My guest for this compelling FRIAR TIME will be Bro. Michael Perry, a Franciscan friar who attended the Papal Funeral, knew firsthand the spirit and heart of Pope Francis, and has insights into the makeup and mindset of the cardinal elec...
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S1 E12 • How to Make a Positive Influence
You may be familiar with a fictional character from TV called “Debbie Downer,” someone who, no matter what positive things are said to her, brings down the mood and conversation by sharing one of her bad personal experiences. Many ...
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37:46
S1 E11 • Homelessness
On February 15, watch a powerful episode of Friar Time that examines an emblematic sign of the times, homelessness.In 2024, more than 771,000 people were homeless in the U.S., including families with young children living on the d...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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30:46
S1 E10 • Change
On February 1, FRIAR TIME will explore a phenomenon that strikes fear in some hearts, joy in others, suspicion in some, and denial in many. That phenomenon is change.Join us as we delve into this inherent part of existenc...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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16:51
S1 E9 • Addiction
As we begin the new year, addiction continues to affect millions of Americans from all walks of life. The staggering numbers and statistics associated with this major public health concern have inspired a meaningful episode of Friar Time.
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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23:09
S1 E8 • Grief: Loss of a Child
Grief. It is an emotion that is familiar to every single one of us. We have all felt the loss of someone through death.Br. Richard McFeely will join me to share the tragic incident which happened in his family – twice. Br. Richard...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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16:02
S1 E7 • Issues Facing The Church
Moral Authority. Divorce & Second Unions. Gender Identity, LGBTQ+ Rights, Same Sex Marriage, Abortion, Euthanasia, Climate Change.Fr. Kevin and I sit down again to discuss many aspects of Catholic moral and ethical theology and its r...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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25:58