Drawing New Maps

Meaghan Crowley-Sullivan of LMU's iDEAL Institute (Innovation in Digital Education & Leadership) joins Dr. Tim Uhl on the Catholic School Matters podcast to discuss her new creation, The Catholic Companion Framework For Technology & Innovation: Faithful Guidance for Catholic Educators Navigating Technology, Artificial Intelligence, & Innovation. They discuss the main points, the implications, and practical applications. #catholicschoolmatters

Dr. Patrick Manning of Seton Hall returns to the Catholic School Matters podcast to discuss his newest book, "Be Still and Know: Contemplative Practices for Christian Schools & Educators." Manning, a former ACEr, and Dr. Tim Uhl discuss the value of contemplative practices for the current K12 school environments and the tremendous richness and practical applications. #catholicschoolmatters

Sam Laganà, former Catholic high school president & current voice of the Rams at SoFi Stadium, joins Dr. Tim Uhl on the Catholic School Matters podcast for a wide-ranging conversation about his experience during the Pacific Palisades fire nearly a year ago, his experience as an pro sports announcer (beach volleyball, pro tennis, NFL, etc), his varied Los Angeles background and eclectic experiences at LMU, Pepperdine, and Notre Dame in Sherman Oaks. #catholicschoolmatters

Dr. Regina Haney & Dr. Dale Hoyt, two legends in Catholic education, join Dr. Tim Uhl on the Catholic School Matters podcast to discuss the upcoming (January 2026) Board Development series sponsored by Creighton University and NCEA which features 6 great panelists--Dr. Lauren Casella, Dr. Marco Clark, Dr. Kevin Baxter, Dr. John James, Sr. Dale McDonald, and Dr. Camille Brown Privette. Register on the NCEA website! #catholicschoolmatters

Julie Capirchio, the outstanding principal of St. Joseph's Catholic school in West Warwick, Rhode Island, joins Dr. Tim Uhl on the Catholic School Matters podcast to discuss her unique communication style, the importance of building a great teaching team, and her great relationship with her pastor. #catholischoolmatters

The author of Difficult Conversations and Thanks for the Feedback as well as a long-time collaborator and friend of Ann Garrido, Sheila Heen joins Dr. Tim Uhl on the Catholic School Matters podcast to discuss Ann's influence on her work at the Harvard Negotation Project and her life, too. As a professor in the Harvard Law School, Heen provides a unique perspective on feedback, conflict, and growth. #catholicschoolmatters

Faustin Weber, President of Prince of Peace Catholic School, joins Dr. Tim Uhl on the Catholic School Matters podcast to discuss Pope Leo's new Apostolic Letter, Drawing New Maps of Hope. They discuss the new themes established by Pope Leo and his call for attention to the five year-old The Global Compact on Education. #catholicschoolmatters

The author of the 2025 theological history book, Grace of the Ghosts, Dr. Jeannine Hill Fletcher of Fordham University, joins Dr. Tim Uhl on the Catholic School Matters podcast to discuss the book and her previous work, The Sin of White Supremacy. #catholicschoolmatters

Ashley Rae Mathis, President of Notre Dame High School, San Jose, and Dr. Mike Daniels of the Office of Education for the Lasallian District of San Francisco-New Orleans, join Dr. Tim Uhl on the Catholic School Matters to discuss the work and influence of Dr. Ann Garrido. #catholicschoolmatters

The second podcast highlighting the work of Dr. Ann Garrido, the influential Catholic theologian and friend of the Catholic School Matters podcast, features Dr. Erin Barisano, the Superintendent of the Diocese of Orange and Dr. Lauren Casella from Loyola Marymount University. They join Dr. Tim Uhl to discuss their friendship and admiration of Ann Garrido as well as her influence on their professional practice. #catholicschoolmatters