Season One
Episode 1
Haley and Anne, two teachers on two different coasts, kick off their podcast with an introduction of themselves, how this podcast came to be, and the format for future episodes.
Episode 2
As we kick off Advent, Anne and Haley talk about the HOPE for the season, their Advent traditions, and how we can find HOPE in the ordinary.
Episode 3
Advent continues with a discussion of Haley’s love of the Nativity and Anne’s special talent: Baking, and her special ingredient!
Episode 4
On Gaudete Sunday, Anne shares Steve Kerr’s four core values (including JOY) and why Stephen Colbert became a comedian. Haley discusses the Army-Navy football game.
Episode 5
What did Anne get as a Christmas gift from her school? (And did she like it?) Haley talks about Edward’s birthday, Thank You notes, and the anticipation of Christmas gifts.
Episode 6
Merry Christmas from Anne & Haley!
Did you get an SNL-skit-robe for Christmas?
Episode 7
Haley & Anne look back on 2020, keeping in mind Janus, the Roman God with two heads: one looking forward and one looking back. Anne discusses Ringo Starr, the Bee Gees, and Panda Express. Haley resolves to pray more to the Saints.
Episode 8
The Baptism of the Lord comes at a time with our country needs a baptism – REBIRTH – as well. Anne talks about Mark Shriver’s book on Pope Francis and his pilgrimage, and Haley shares her pilgrim experiences as well.
Episode 9
As we reflect on MLK Jr Day, and recent racial events, Haley & Anne agree this is no “ordinary time,” the place we find ourselves in the Liturgical calendar. Speaking of Justice and Mercy, and keeping in mind another great advocate for Civil Rights: Fr. Ted Hesburgh.
Episode 10
As Haley reflects on the 29th anniversary of the Notre Dame swim team bus accident, she also reflects on the 60th anniversary of the election of our 1st Catholic president, as we inaugurated our 2nd Catholic president, which was barely mentioned. Why?