8: Disagreement & Anger

Kevin and Jay discuss a recent Gallup poll that found church affiliation at an all-time low, dropping below 50%! K & J share their thoughts on why they think this is happening and how society as a whole has gradually drawn away from religious communities. Can churches, mosques, and synagogues regain what they have lost? What do you think is the main reason Church affiliation has dropped below 50% in this country?

Kevin and Jay dive into the Beatitudes. These solemn blessings which mark the opening of the Sermon on the Mount in Matthew's Gospel have been a comfort to Christians throughout the centuries. K & J explore the meaning of each of the 8 Beatitudes and share their personal thoughts about them.

Kevin and Jay take a look at some current news headlines including a Priest in Minnesota who is auctioning off his $25,000 dollar baseball card collection, a prison in Italy were prisoners are painting paschal candles for Easter, and a parish community creating a “Chapel of Divine Chill” in Michigan. But they leave their most poignant comments for a story from the UK where hospitals were issuing do not resuscitate orders for patients with learning disabilities.

Kevin & Jay talk about a variety of things in this free-for-all show, starting with the topic of goals which they left off on in the last show, and ending with their thoughts on the 2021 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominees. It’s a little bit of everything in this K&J episode!

Kevin & Jay take a look back at the goals they have had in their lives and how they have changed over the years; From their childhood dreams of being the 5th member of the Monkees or a celebrity entertainer, to their goals in adulthood and as fathers. It sure is funny how goals change! As an added bonus, Jay discovers sound effects buttons on the new audio board!

Kevin & Jay discuss getting older as they begin this new year. Topics such as “what is middle age?” and “having a positive outlook in your older years” are discussed. So join in on this look at growing older; it’s not all about aches and pains! (although that does tend to play a part...)

K & J take a short look back at some of the challenges of 2020 and also discuss some of the positive takeaways from the year of the COVID-19 pandemic. Plus, they look forward to the year 2021 and discuss some things they think will carry over from 2020. It’s a reflective look at the past year and a hopeful look to the year 2021!

K & J talk about some uplifting stories for this Christmas season. They also discuss favorite Christmas movies, songs, and decorations. And as an added bonus, Jay gets distracted once again during the show. It’s an episode sure to put you in the Christmas spirit!

After a short hiatus, Kevin & Jay are back with a new season of the show! This week’s topic is the long history of the CatholicTV Telethon and some of the most memorable Telethon moments from throughout the years. K & J eventually get to the topic of the show after a few brief diversions and a surprise visit by Alexis Grace, host of Grexly’s Paper Cranes podcast. There is a lot going on in this show as Kevin & Jay get back in the studio!

Kevin and Jay talk about their spiritual journeys, discuss the religious influence of their parents and families, and share how they try to pass on the Catholic faith to those in their lives. Altar serving, daily Mass, Catholic education, and even Fr. Chris Hickey are all mentioned in this episode!