Man Catholic Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Man Catholic speaks to men about living as a Christian man in our current day and age.Send us topic ideas at mancatholicpodcast@gmail.com.
So Harrison Butker said "homemaker"...and people went nuts. We talk about it.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Continuing our convos without Steve, we discuss Acts 17 and what Paul teaches us.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
While he is out on sabbatical, we share a few memories of that guy...
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Brock takes us into some of the things on his mind in prayer.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We discuss pros to getting up a bit early...
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Steve met the guy...
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
What is going on with the constant search for something else?
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Now that Lent is over and social media use is picking up again, we wanted to re-release this episode with Fr. Mike...especially for the newer listeners that perhaps haven't heard it yet.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We give our advice on some things every guy should consider for that first date.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
If you are a son of a divorce, what can you do to ensure you end that cycle!
We are joined again by Joey Pontarelli of Restored Ministry.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
With how many divorces are happening, chances are many of you were a son of a divorce. Joey Pontarelli founded Restored Ministry to help bring healing to children of divorce. He joins us for a brief chat.
You can learn more at https://restoredministry.com.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
After witnessing a car flip, Steve reflects with the guys on life and death.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We take our conversation around beauty directly to the building in which we worship. Adam joins us again and helps blow our mind.
Adam Hermanson is the Principal and Owner of Integration Design Group and is himself an architect.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We discuss why beauty is worth caring about as a man - and what that might mean.
We are joined with guest Adam Hermanson. He is the Principal and Owner of Integration Design Group and is himself an architect.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Nice guys finish last, so the saying goes. But we should be nice right? Yes, but we shouldn't stop there.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
How can we build relationships with our neighbors and, hopefully, share the gospel with them? We discuss 8 ways.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We sat down in the middle of Mission Way in front of a huge live crowd with Fr. Mike. We discussed one of the most popular podcasts we have to date hitting on the theme of men embracing passivity (and how they shouldn't).
This episode was recorded and edited by Spoke Street and released first on The SEEK Podcast.
It seems young single men aren't making the moves. Why is that? We give five reasons...some from the mouths of the women wondering as well...
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Thousands of people got together in St. Louis with different backgrounds and in different places on their journey.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
The movement of vitalism and its draw to men...how should we view that?
This episode sponsored by the Camino of Maryland: www.camino-md.org
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We are back at it after a week at SEEK where we did a live podcast with Fr. Mike.
Today we discuss politics and if Trump is a real option for us.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Today we ask a tough question…about Santa.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We discuss how to have awkward conversations with family around the holidays. Jose Pulido, founder of At the Service gives us some wisdom.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Advent can be easily forgotten apart from the purple vestments at Mass and the wreath. We discuss 3 points that we thought were good to remember.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
How do we understand freedom as Catholic men?
Thomas' book he referenced can be found here.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Some thoughts from Man Catholic Podcast on SEEK24 coming up in St. Louis and what we are looking forward to.
https://seek.focus.org/
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
It is November. We remember the dead in a particular way this month.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Catholics take a vow on their wedding day to accept the gift of life. The Church is the only (or one of very few) Christian "denomination" to teach against artificial contraception and to promote the natural cycle of fertility if there is a very serious reason to avoid a pregnancy. But what does that look like? We are joined again by Andy Wheaton, father of 7, to chat about being open to life.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
If and when you have a family, odds are you die first. What is your plan?
Andy's site: https://yourfaithinfinance.com/
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Fatherhood.
Dr. Reyes lays it down.
(videos mentioned can be found here)
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
A fight for life in the largest country in South America.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We are joined by Rich McPherson, a man with decades of experience forming boys into men.
For more information about the Camino - Maryland, visit here.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Are dragons real, and what they have to do with hope.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Providing has always been an aspect of the masculine.
How does buying a house fit into that? When should you do it? Denny Brehm joins us.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We revisit the topic with the author of the original article we discussed a while back. Glad to have Rob on to do another swing at this.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Tom Brady has won a lot. His ex wife is a witch. Is there a connection? Is a witch wife a good idea?
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
How do we perceive the idea of leaving a legacy?
We look at a legend of a man who did a lot for the Denver Catholic community.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Jesus challenges us to forgive in a really really intense way.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We all have Goliaths in our life...how much are we trying to be like David in this instance?
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
The Church in the US is currently planning a massive push around the Eucharist. Why does the teaching on the Eucharist matter?
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We have had busy summers. We suspect you have as well. What should we do to make sure we don't blow it?
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
It is Thomas' turn to tell a bit of his testimony. From USD football camp to Benedictine College...to FOCUS Missionary.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Parish hoping? Bound to geographical boundary?
Oh boy.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Saying no is significant. Saying yes is as well. We discuss the implications.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
The 3 of us work for FOCUS...you all know that. We recently had a massive celebration with around 1500 staff and friends in downtown Lincoln, NE. We share some top moments for us personally.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Our culture has softened the boundary between men and women friendships. We discuss a few things we think should stay in place.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We continue sharing testimonies and hoping to provide an example on how it can be a great tool of evangelization.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We read an article about the problem with men’s groups. We have some thoughts.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Building off last week’s Producer Takeover episode, we discuss some stuff we are working on to make your experience of the show even better.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Nick takes over the show for a few brief announcements and teasers…
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
There are many ways we live our life that doesn't look very different from the way an atheist lives his/her life. We discuss five of them.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We examine four different things we can learn from the Eucharist that apply specifically to men.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
One of the greatest tools to share our faith is telling our own story. Steve shares his in this episode.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
In light of the controversy surrounding the marketing by Bud Light of a man dressed as a woman to celebrate girlhood, should we side with Joe Rogan and not care?
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We talk with spiritual director and priest, Fr. John Ezratty, about how to make decisions...Fr. John is a priest of Miles Christi.
Follow us on social media:
Twitter: @ManCatholicPod
Instagram: @mancatholicpodcast
Credits:
Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
In wake of the heroic action among the Nashville law enforcement recently, we discuss the need for men to be ready to run towards danger. We are joined by Deacon Mike Daly, who served over 20 years in law enforcement.
Follow us on social media:
Twitter: @ManCatholicPod
Instagram: @mancatholicpodcast
Credits:
Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We continue our awesome discussion on stories, why we should utilize them as dads, etc.
https://www.saintsalivepodcast.com/
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Twitter: @ManCatholicPod
Instagram: @mancatholicpodcast
Credits:
Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We sit down with Tanner Kalina and Alex Dee to discuss why stories are important, powerful and how their podcast is both. Join us for Part One this week.
https://www.saintsalivepodcast.com/
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Twitter: @ManCatholicPod
Instagram: @mancatholicpodcast
Credits:
Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Why is it important to share the Catholic faith with a faithful Protestant?
We are joined with Brian, to hear his perspective and story.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Got some baggage? Expired zoo card?
Life sometimes is similar to our wallet.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We asked our wives for 5 ways to prep well for marriage as a man. We discuss the top 3.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
All things related to Lent...
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Men often try to be excellent at work...but does it come at a cost to family life?
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Bigots, haters, and on and on insults get flung at the Church. Are they legit? Is the Church exclusive?
Sponsor: https://capuchinswest.org/
Article referenced from Archbishop Aquila is here.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We take a swing at discussing a few basics about guns.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Does it matter what we wear to Mass?
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
For all the men who went to SEEK, now what? And hopefully a few things for those of you who didn't make it this year.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We talk about guys with beards and skinny jeans...or mostly skinny jeans and a bit about moustaches.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Man Catholic had the chance to record an episode live at SEEK23 in St. Louis. We discussed the spiritual battle we will need to engage in when we plant our flag for Christ.
Special episode edited by Spoke Street for FOCUS.
seek.focus.org
Do you lift up the seat? Put it back down? We discuss, among other things.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Just finished the World Cup, and now NFL playoffs are here. How much sports is too much?
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We sit down with musician and missionary JohnMarc Skoch. His name might be familiar - we used a song he wrote for our intro/outro music.
He shares his experience of frustration with his father and certain conversations they never had...and what happened recently with his dad.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Seasons bring different ebbs and flows. The Church gives us seasons as well. How can we enter into them? We throw out a few ideas.
Article on a Catholic Halloween Party by EWTN: https://www.ewtn.com/catholicism/library/suggestions-for-a-catholic-halloween-party-12759
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Did we just argue about video games?
We discuss the "fallout" from recording the last episode, and how we proceeded through it.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
What is the perspective we should take with video games? With lots of online streaming, watching, etc, this industry is huge.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
What would it look like if men went in mission?
Do the Mormons have something right?
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
SEEK is one of the largest Catholic Conferences in the US. Why go? We discuss.
seek.focus.org
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Many men struggle with lust for a large part of their life. Is there anything redemptive in this struggle? We discuss with Antoine some points from Dante...
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Woke is a popular term these days. Do we need to be woke to vote right? Do we care about it? We get a bit heated today talking about voting...with your conscience.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We continue the conversation about how to inherit eternal life.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
How do I inherit the Kingdom? Jesus tells us to do two things.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Have you ever wondered about giving your kids a blessing at night, or to what degree you as the spiritual head of the family can enter the battle of spiritual warfare for your home. We are joined with guest Dr. Michael Morris to discuss.
Resources mentioned:
Deliverance Prayers for Use by the Laity: https://www.amazon.com/Deliverance-Prayers-Fr-Chad-Ripperger/dp/154105671X
A Family Guide to Spiritual Warfare: https://www.amazon.com/Family-Guide-Spiritual-Warfare-Deliverance/dp/1644130718/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1665431835&sr=1-1
Credits:
Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
A little poop, a lot of poop, does it matter?
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Men often strive to self-sufficiently, but our Lord calls us to child-like faith. Should we expect miracles to happen in our life? Do they? We are joined with Fr. Doug Grandon, a married priest!
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
What is the deal with contraception? We discuss with Dr. John Bishop, weaving in a bit of St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Why is it that men bond over physical exertion, and even pain?
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Men need to be active together...and a pilgrimage is beautiful gift of the Church. We are joined again by guest Fr. Kevin Dyer, SJ to talk about this gift of grace.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Communists...they go all in. We could learn a few things from their intentionality. Joined by Fr. Kevin Dyer, S.J, Head Chaplain for the Fellowship of Catholic University Students, we discuss this mindset.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
When a freshman arrives on campus in the fall, they say the first 14 days sets the course (typically) for a very long part of their life. We discuss the importance of 14 days, and how it can change the course of our life in big ways.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We discuss the reality of heaven, hell and evangelization.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Men tend to passivity...we discuss with Fr. Mike.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Do men need to read? If so why? What does that mean? Join us with guest Dr. Andrew Swafford, professor at Benedictine College.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Today's episode is all about when to ask the girl out. And what if she says no?
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Peter Pan never wanted to grow up. Sometimes some of us are that way as well...
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: "This Time" by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
What is the deal with social media? How do we engage it for the good...and avoid the bad?
Join us as we chat with Fr. Mike about this phenomenon.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: This Time by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We have seen lists of things every man should know how to do. On this episode, we list out what we think are 15 things every Catholic man should know how to do, hence the title.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: This Time by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
On the Feast of the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Roe v Wade was in effect overturned. What do we as Christian men do now? We chat with special guest Dr. Andrew Swafford.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: This Time by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We discuss how to be a dad and how to view your own dad, in honor of Father's Day this past weekend.
Thanks to Dominic Paolucci from FOCUS for joining us today. For those of you currently dads, about to be, or hoping to be, this conversation is for you.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: This Time by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We continue our conversation with Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley. Hear more of his story as a celebrity producer.
https://triplekickdrums.com
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: This Time by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We discuss with Celebrity Producer Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley all about what we can say, or can not say. Can we use four letter words? If so, when?
Find "Triple Kick" at: https://triplekickdrums.com
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: This Time by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We discuss with Jake Leins, Director of FOCUS Missions, why it is important to serve.
www.focusmissions.org
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: This Time by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
As men, we often are afraid to fail. We discuss this and pose a few challenges.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: This Time by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
For everyone out there already in their vocation...or hoping one day to be married...we chat about the struggles of being a husband. And, how not to blow it.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: This Time by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
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Married retreat for those really struggling: https://www.helpourmarriage.org
Marriage resource/help: https://www.thealexanderhouse.org
Most men struggle in some capacity with lust and the desire to be more pure. With guest host, Josh Santo of the Freedom Project, hear some tips and inspiration on the topic.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: This Time by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
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Be Healed
Unwanted
Jesus tells us to turn the other cheek. But did He really mean it literally? It helps to examine how Jesus acted. We do that in this episode.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: This Time by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We sit down with the Head of Content for the popular app Hallow, Kevin Cotter, to discuss if prayer is worth it for men.
Hallow has an offer to our listeners for a free 3-month subscription to try out the #1 Catholic app (which is Hallow...). Listen for the details.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: This Time by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
In the Catholic world, the term "discern" is used often. What are we supposed to discern anyways as men? Is it overused?
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: This Time by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
What is pursuing greatness all about? Why is it so important for us as men?
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: This Time by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
What does our life look like? How do we appear to be "normal" as men, yet set apart?
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: This Time by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Is there a particular responsibility for us, as Christian men, to actually lift weights?
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: This Time by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Kids, family, random chat with Trevor Williams, pitcher for the NY Mets.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: This Time by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
When we face difficulties, so much of our ability to persevere through it (besides the obvious of God's grace) happens between our ears. Listen as we discuss with a man, Trevor Williams, who needs mental toughness every day on the mound.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: This Time by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Joined this week by NY Mets pitcher Trevor Williams, we discuss the significance of true freedom in the Christian life.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: This Time by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We will fall down. What we do when we are down matters.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: This Time by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
We know intellectually we are sons of God, hopefully. But what that does mean experientially?
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: This Time by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
As Christian men, we should take seriously the reality that a first impression is an important part of evangelization. Hence, we should try to look (and smell) good.
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: This Time by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Why did God design as men the way He did? What does it say about our duty as Christian men?
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Post Production Studio: Vermillion Code
Opening/Closing Song: This Time by JohnMarc Skoch
Story Music written and performed by: Nick "Triple Kick" Smitley & Jonathan Swavely
Edited by Nick Smitley
Special Episode for the SEEK22 Podcast line-up. We discuss, with special guest host Brian McAdam, three elements to help us become better brothers to the men in our life.