Hey Everybody! It's Fr. Edward
Fr. Edward Looney is a Catholic priest who loves having conversations with guests. They talk about new book releases, various topics related to faith and life, and occasionally he speaks with producers, directors, and actors from the film industry. He has podcasted since 2019, formerly as “How They Love Mary” and “Cup of St. Joe,” conducting over 300 interviews to date. The interview style podcasts from Fr. Edward continues now, as he begins each conversation greeting his audience with “Hey Everybody!” Tune in for inspiring conversations about faith, film, and life.
Episodes
August 5, 2025 • 17 mins
Did you know that St. Francis of Assisi observed a special season of prayer, fasting, and penance starting on the Feast of the Assumption and ending on the Feast of St. Michael the Archangel? It’s called St. Michael’s Lent, and it’s making a powerful comeback among Catholics seeking spiritual renewal.
In this episode, Fr. Edward Looney speaks with Dr. Jared Staudt, theologian and formation leader with Exodus 90, about the history, ...
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Servant of God Cardinal Francis Xavier Nguyen Van Thuan is remembered for his unwavering faith in the face of years of imprisonment. In this moving conversation, I speak with his sister, Élisabeth Nguyen, who shares intimate stories about their family upbringing, his path to the seminary, and his early years in the Church.
She recalls his arrest and long years in prison—and a moment involving medicine for his stomach that meant mor...
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In this episode of Hey Everybody, It’s Fr. Edward, I take you along on my recent pilgrimage to the Blessed Stanley Rother Shrine in Oklahoma City. I share how I first came to know his story, my regret in missing his martyrdom site while studying in Guatemala, and what this modern-day priest-martyr teaches us.
Along the way, I recount an unsettling moment when I followed a car boldly advertising satanism—and reflect on the emptiness...
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Eve Rosemary, host of The Everyday Saint Podcast, joins Fr. Edward Looney to share her inspiring journey of faith—from working at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Champion to visiting major Catholic shrines across the country.
In this episode, Eve opens up about her ministry as a chastity speaker, her favorite shrine experiences (including the Blessed Stanley Rother Shrine and Mother Cabrini’s shrines), and the spiritual impact o...
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In this episode, Fr. Edward welcomes Fr. Thomas Gibbons, executive producer of the new documentary Fighting Spirit, now available on VOD. This powerful film explores the heroic lives of military chaplains—both Catholic and non-Catholic—who served with courage, conviction, and deep faith.
🎖️ Topics include:
• Why so many military chaplains are now being considered for sainthood
• The inspiring story of Fr. Emil Kapaun, Medal of Hon...
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In this episode, Fr. Edward Looney speaks with Dr. Mary Amore of Mayslake Ministries about the spiritual power of daily devotionals and the importance of spiritual direction in the Christian life. They discuss three of her devotional books—Everyday with Jesus, Everyday with Mary, and Everyday with Joseph—and how these can help believers grow in faith one day at a time.
Topics include:
What is Mayslake Ministries and who they serve
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June 14, 2025 • 15 mins
Is The Life of Chuck worth seeing? Catholic priest and film reviewer Fr. Edward Looney gives his honest reaction to this mind-bending, deeply human film based on Stephen King’s short story.
Fr. Looney had early access to a pre-screening but still went to the theater to watch it again—and in this video, he explains why. He shares why this film struck a deep emotional chord and why he thinks it's one of the most thought-provoking mov...
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June 9, 2025 • 34 mins
What is real friendship—and why is it so hard to find today? In this honest and heartfelt conversation, Fr. Edward Looney sits down with Kristen Strong, author of Desperate Woman Seeks Friends (Thomas Nelson Books), to talk about the beauty, complexity, and spiritual depth of friendship in the modern world.
Together they explore:
Why Kristen begins her book with the simple phrase, “hello, friend”
The difference between acquaintance...
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June 4, 2025 • 18 mins
What happens when a Catholic priest lets a horror movie be filmed in his church? 🎬 Fr. Aaron Williams from Mississippi joins me to talk about hosting the filming of The Ritual, a new exorcism thriller set in the 1920s. We dive into why exorcisms continue to fascinate audiences, whether the movie is historically accurate, and what Catholics should know before watching.
In this powerful conversation, Fr. Williams gives pastoral insi...
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Fr. Edward Looney shares personal and spiritual reflections while on the road—offering an update on his latest travels, the academic paper he's presenting, and his new commitment to better health through diet and exercise. He recounts his visit to the Billy Graham Library in Charlotte, drawing parallels between evangelical reverence for Graham and Catholic devotion to saints and shrines. He closes the episode by sharing his hopes a...
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May 6, 2025 • 18 mins
Join Fr. Edward as he interviews Fr. John Nepil from the Archdiocese of Denver about his new book To Heights and Unto Depths: Letters from the Colorado Trail. In this powerful conversation, they explore the deep spiritual lessons Fr. Nepil learned while hiking the 500-mile Colorado Trail—from mountain beauty and solitude to failure, fatherhood, and faith.
🏔 Topics covered include:
Why Fr. Nepil titled the book To Heights and Unto ...
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During the Year of St. Joseph, Fr. Edward Looney discovered a crowdfunded project aiming to honor St. Joseph with a powerful public mural in Detroit. After supporting the project himself, Fr. Edward recently had the chance to visit the mural in person—and in this inspiring episode, he speaks with Daniel Egan, the man who helped bring this tribute to life.
Together they discuss:
🎨 The original inspiration behind the St. Joseph Work...
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In this episode of Hey Everybody, It’s Fr. Edward, Fr. Edward Looney sits down with Dr. Neomi DeAnda, director of the International Marian Research Institute (IMRI), to discuss the powerful connection between Mary and the movies. They dive into IMRI’s exciting "Movies with Mary" crowdfunding project, which runs through April 9, 2025.
The conversation spans everything from mainstream depictions of Mary—like Fr. Edward’s critique of ...
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Fr. Edward Looney was invited by the Centre for Marian Studies in England to give a virtual zoom presentation on his studies of Maria of Agreada and Anne Catherine Emmerich. This video is the recorded presentation reflecting on the passion accounts.
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March 24, 2025 • 45 mins
How does a movie go from an idea to the screen? In this episode, Fr. Edward sits down with David Alford and Joseph Stam of Cross Purpose Productions to discuss their film Searching for the Elephant, now streaming on Tubi, Amazon Prime, and more. They dive into the entire filmmaking process—story development, screenwriting, casting, production, and marketing. Get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to bring a movie ...
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March 17, 2025 • 53 mins
Near-death experiences (NDEs) captivate people across religious and secular backgrounds, but how do they align with Catholic teaching? In this episode, Fr. Edward Looney sits down with Catholic author Scott L. Smith to explore NDEs from a faith-based perspective. They discuss the seven medical stages of NDEs—disembodiment, tunnel experiences, the Being of Light, life reviews, and more—while also diving into biblical accounts, the w...
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March 15, 2025 • 35 mins
In this week’s episode of This Past Week, Fr. Edward Looney reflects on recent events, thought-provoking reads, and intriguing films:
🔹 What he saw – A viral photo from Cardinal McElroy’s installation sparked controversy. Was the church really empty, or was the image misleading? Fr. Looney discusses the importance of fact-checking social media claims before sharing them.
🔹 What he read – Don Fulford, CEO of the Association of the...
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At a time when many are preparing to enter the Catholic Church at the Easter Vigil, we explore one of the most influential evangelists of the 20th century—Archbishop Fulton Sheen. Known as a convert maker, Sheen helped bring an estimated 42,000 people into the Church.
In this episode, Dr. Cheryl Hughes joins Fr. Edward Looney to discuss her book on Fulton Sheen and his lasting impact on Catholic converts. Topics include:
🔹 How She...
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March 9, 2025 • 18 mins
In this episode of This Past Week, Fr. Edward Looney reflects on recent cultural trends, his Lenten writings, and spiritual insights:
🔹 What He Saw – From comedians mocking Christianity to concerning book covers, Fr. Edward questions why society tolerates such disrespect toward faith. He also reacts to the Oscars and expresses dismay over Anora winning Best Picture due to its explicit content.
🔹 What He Wrote – During Lent, Fr. E...
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Can the power of a priest and sacramental grace truly heal addiction and restore a marriage? In this compelling conversation, author Kevin Wells joins Fr. Edward Looney to share the deeply personal story behind his latest book, The Hermit. After chronicling The Priests We Need to Save the Church and the life of Venerable Aloysius Schwartz, Kevin now opens up about his own marriage—one marked by struggle, faith, and ultimate redempt...
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