Franciscan University Presents

Join host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. John Bergsma, and special guest Dr. Scott Hahn, Professor of Theology at Franciscan University and author of "Kingdom Come: Unveiling the Mystery of Salvation History", as they discuss the importance - and modern relevance - of the Books of 1st and 2nd Chronicles. Other Voices from this episode include: Dr. Shane Owens Associate Professor of Theology

Join host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Mark Bradford, Editor of "Indispensable: A Catholic Guide to Welcoming Persons With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities", as they discuss how Catholics can welcome individuals with disabilities into our communities and into the sacraments. Other Voices from this episode include: Dr. Megan Reister, Professor of Special Education & Early Childhood John Paul Von Arx, Coordinator of Ministry Accompaniment Michelle Wright, Adjunct Professor of Theology & Catechetics   Original Air Date: AUGUST 2026

Join host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Dr. Matthew Bunson, Vice President and Editorial Director of EWTN News and Author of "Leo XIV: Portrait of the First American Pope", as they discuss the historical significance and potential impact of the first pontiff born in the United States. Other Voices from this episode include: Theresa Antony, MA Theology Student Colleen Eisley, Communication Arts & Theology Major ORIGINAL AIR DATE: JULY 2026

Join host Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Fr. John Burns, PhD, Founder of the Friends of the Bridegroom and Author of "Pardon and Peace: The Science and Theology of Interpersonal Forgiveness", as they discuss the significance of extending forgiveness to others and the healing that can accompany that choice. Other Voices in this episode include: Mercedes O'Brien, Business Management Major Gianna Waldron, Business Management Major Anthony DeBlasis, Biology Major Anthony Fontecchio, Accounting & Finance Major ORIGINAL AIR DATE: JUNE 2026

Join host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Fr. Tad Pacholczyk, PhD, Senior Ethicist at the National Catholic Bioethics Center, as they discuss the problems with euthanasia in light of the dignity of human suffering.   Other Voices from this episode include: Dr. Martin Owen, MD, Family Medicine Practitioner Dr. Ben Safranski, PhD, former Hospice Counselor ORIGINAL AIR DATE: MAY 2026   You can watch the video version of this episode on Faith and Reason here. 

Join host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Dr. Stephen Rasche, Director of the Institute for Catholic Humanitarian Service at Franciscan University of Steubenville and author of the book, The Disappearing People: The Tragic Fate of Christians in the Middle East, as they discuss modern martyrdom and persecution of Christians in the Middle East and Nigeria. ORIGINAL AIR DATE: APRIL 2026 Other Voices from this episode include quotes from Pope Francis during his 2021 visit to Iraq, read by JW Beatovich.   You can watch the video version of this episode on Faith and Reason here. 

Join host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Father Gregory Pine, OP, Professor of Dogmatic and Moral Theology at the Dominican House of Studies and author of the new book, Training the Tongue and Growing Beyond Sins of Speech, as they discuss the gift of our ability to speak and how to use it for the glory of God.   Other Voices in this episode include: Samuel Wofford, Marketing Major John Tiplick, Theology Major Camila Aponte, Human Development & Family Studies Major Clare Weber, Theology and Catechetics Major Quotes from the Epistle of St. James read by John Romanowsky ORIGINAL AIR DATE: MARCH 2026   You can watch the video version of this episode here.

Join host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Joan Watson, Formation Manager at Verso Ministries and author of the new book, Making a Pilgrimage: A Companion for Catholics, as they discuss the meaning and importance of pilgrimages. Other Voices for this episode include: Fr. Jonathan St. André, TOR Vice President of Franciscan Life Fr. Shawn Roberson, TOR Chaplain ORIGINAL AIR DATE: FEBRUARY 2026   You can watch the video version of this episode on Faith and Reason here.

Join host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn, and special guest Dr. Roger Nutt, Provost at Ave Maria University and author of the new book To Die Is Gain: A Theological (re-) Introduction to the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick for Clergy, Laity, Caregivers, and Everyone Else, as they discuss what the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick can teach us about death and dying. Other Voices from this episode include: Fr. Patrick Whittle, TOR Assistant Professor of Theology ORIGINAL AIR DATE: January 2026   You can watch the video version of this episode here.

Join host Father Dave Pivonka, TOR, panelists Dr. Regis Martin and Dr. Scott Hahn,, and special guest the Hon. Jeff Fortenberry, retired Congressman from Nebraska, as they discuss the weaponization of government against people of faith, and how we can respond to persecution in our own lives. Other Voices for this episode include: Liam O'Neill, Political Science Major Gianna Chipchase, Human Development & Family Studies Major Joseph Lytle, Accounting Major   ORIGINAL AIR DATE: DECEMBER 2025 You can watch the video version of this episode, as well as discover over Catholic podcasts, videos, and resources at Faith and Reason.