The Catholic Sportsman Show Podcast

Hugh Blane - Blessed are the Humble in Swagger - The Catholic Sportsman Show podcast #43

In this episode of the Catholic Sportsman Show, join us as we talk to Hugh Blane, founder, and president of Claris Consulting.
Hugh talks about his sports beginnings in Scotland and gives us a brief explanation of Ignatian spirituality and how it affects his life, family, and career. He explains what the Beatitudes found in Matthew 5:3-12 have to do with running a successful business.
Learn why the phrases Love Deeply, Learn Daily, and Lead Boldly are important in his life. Hugh encourages listeners to become strong, faithful people as he shares heartfelt stories that impacted his life and faith. He challenges us all to grow spiritually so we are equipped to help others do the same.
Hugh’s interview can be summed up in this quote from Philippians 4:8 - Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is gracious, if there is any excellence and if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.
Lead Boldly!
https://clarisconsulting.net/
 
Link to Hugh's new book: Lead Boldly
https://amzn.to/42Pc7Vx

Lou Holtz - Follow the rules, Do everything to the best of your ability, Show people you care - The Catholic Sportsman Show podcast #42

In this episode of the Catholic Sportsman Show, please join us as we have the honor to talk with Lou Holtz, the legendary football coach of the University of Notre Dame.
Coach Holtz discusses his faith and how it affects his life, family, and profession. He also reflects on his career and shares memorable stories that affected his life and coaching perspective.
Also, Coach Holtz shares his wisdom, life lessons, and the importance of being a good example as a person and as a team. He has a love for Our Lord and for the “Lady on the Dome”.
Holtz Heroes, www.holtzheroes.org  

Frank Dalena-From the onion fields to Division 1 college football fields-God was always there! The Catholic Sportsman Show podcast #41

In this episode, we will talk with Frank Dalena who is host of the Bring The Juice Podcast. Frank grew up on a farm in the Central Valley of California while playing every sport they had to offer. Walked-On to his Division 1 hometown team Fresno State and played his 5 years of football before moving to Park City, Utah to chase a new Olympic venture. 
God has always been in Frank's life wherever he has gone and in this episode we will hear how important prayer is for him in every aspect of his life.
To follow Frank on his podcast Bring the Juice, you can go to: 
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQpOp512bQH8DN7s_WUgaSw
 

Souls in the game documentary-National Vocation Awareness Week-Deacon Marcelo Ferrari-St. John Seminary Basketball team The Catholic Sportsman Show podcast #40

In this episode of the Catholic Sportsman Show podcast, join us as we talk with Deacon Marcelo Ferrari on his journey to and at St. John's seminary in Boston, Mass. God willing, his journey will continue as a Catholic priest as he looks forward to his ordination in May 2024. In addition, we discuss his involvement in the documentary: "Souls in the Game", which is available for free viewing at soulsinthegame.com or on YouTube. To fully appreciate and understand this episode of the Catholic Sportsman Show, we suggest watching the video before listening to the podcast. 
 
At St John's Seminary, basketball is another way for the seminarians to grow closer to God, their teammates and their community. The sacrifice given on the court fosters a greater love of God, neighbor, and service of others through the support of a team. 
Saint John’s Seminary & the Archdiocese of Boston teamed up for “Souls in the Game,” a new documentary depicting the spiritual life of seminarians intertwined with their love of basketball.
Web site for St. John's Seminary https://www.sjs.edu/
Information about the National Vocations Week in the Catholic Church can be found at National Vocation Awareness Week | USCCB 
 

Ben Steele-Be consistent in your prayer life, family life and football- The Catholic Sportsman Show podcast #39

In this episode, we will talk with Ben Steele, who is the Tight Ends coach of the Arizona Cardinals and we'll learn about the fruits of being consistent with all aspects of our lives: faith, family and football.
Also, we'll talk about the rosaries that Ben makes and gives to people to encourage them in their faith walk as was done to him earlier in his life.
For more information on how to support US Veterans and their families, go to: www.playthenextplay.org

Jim Schroeder-Living with our outcomes based on our viewpoint in a God-designed process orientated world- The Catholic Sportsman Show podcast #38

Join us as we talk with Jim Schroeder PhD, who is the Vice President of the Department of Psychology and Wellness, and training director of the pre-doctoral internship and postdoctoral fellowship at Easterseals Rehabilitation Center in Evansville, Indiana.
Jim will discuss his Catholic faith and sports on how they are integrated into his life and his recent Ironman triathlon experience.
To find out more about Jim Schroeder's books, podcast, articles and events, please visit: https://www.james-schroeder.com/
To learn more about prayer movement, please use this article link below:  https://james-schroeder.com/it-moves-therefore-it-is/

Andrew Fowler-Baseball and Catholicism-Is Blessed Fr. Michael McGivney now the patron saint of baseball? The Catholic Sportsman Show podcast #37

Join us as we talk with Andrew Fowler on the Catholic Sportsman Show about his Catholic faith, baseball, the impact of Blessed Michael McGivney on this life, music and his writing.
You can follow Andrew's work at:
Twitter at @afowlXC 
Knights of Columbus Baseball: An American Story link: 
KofC and Baseball | Michael McGivney Pilgrimage Center (michaelmcgivneycenter.org) 
Link to Substack: https://andyfowler.substack.com/
Subscribe to Andrew's free Substack for not only movie reviews, but also for his faith-based award-winning short stories.

Anthony Brannan-From Notre Dame linebacker to Hollywood-every play and every prayer counts! The Catholic Sportsman Show podcast #36

In this episode of the CSM Show, Anthony Brannon will discuss how his faith has intersected with his family, sports, acting/producing and producing digital content.
Every play counted for him on the field and every prayer and act in his life mattered to God in his faith journey.
To keep in touch with Anthony's work with The Meaning of Music project, please see the links below:
https://www.thevigilproject.com/meaningofmusic
 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uqER91dc_Dw