Living Real Radio
Living Real Radio, a ministry from St. Philip Catholic Church, Franklin, TN, broadcasts weekly on Nashville's Hippie Radio 94.5 FM, WHPY with hosts John Angotti & Greg Walton. Focusing on faith, real life and real issues, episodes feature thought provoking topics, inspiring music and special guests. Living Real is brought to you by Closets by Design, Nashville. Due to intellectual property rights, not all songs from the radio broadcast are featured on the podcast. Links to those songs are posted in our episode notes.
Episodes
In this episode of Living Real Radio we discuss pets, prayer, authority, compassion, wealth, and community. Jesus tells us in the Sunday, Sept 21 Gospel, "You cannot serve both God and mammon [money]. How can we serve God as bearers of hope in a divided world with the challenges of wealth? Songs featured only on our Nashville Hippie Radio broadcast: Can't Buy Me Love - The Beatles | How Sweet It Is - James T...
John Angotti and Dion Clay report in from the road, live on I-24.
John interviews Josh Lackey from the Nashville Fire Department about some upcoming initiatives followed by a taste of Lindy Wynne''s Mamas in Spirit podcast episode, "The Virtuous Life with Sr. John Dominic Rasmussen, OP, the inaugural episode of the Mamas in Spirit “Women of Wisdom” series.
Inspired Psalm 117, the Psalm for the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time, John Angotti reflects on celebrating the Good News along with good tunes. Only featured on our Nashville Hippie Radio 94.5 broadcast: I Can Only Imagine - John Angotti.
Living Real welcomes Anthony Bouquet, a full-time author and community leader. We discuss his journey to becoming an author, his insights on King Solomon's wisdom in his book, "The Bloodline of Wisdom," and the concept of being a 'solutionary.' Only featured on our Nashville Hippie Radio 94.5 broadcast: I Can't Help Falling In Love - Elvis Presley
We "step into the beautiful place" of Javier Mendoza (a.k.a. Hobo Kane) for an engaging discussion about his 25 year journey as an independent artist, the changing landscape of the music industry and the country.
We check in the Brian Connelly, the latest Concerts in the Courtyard artist for St. Philip's 2025 summer series. Connelly shares his latest endeavors between stints touring as guitarist for Matthew West and Francesca Battistelli.
We turned Greg Walton's Concert in the Courtyard into the week's episode of Living Real Radio. Co-host John Angotti is on keys along with Melany Joy Alvey on Fiddle, Tracey Ramsay on vocals, Brett Frey on Bass and Tony Morra on drums. Enjoy!
We talk to Chris Estes about OCP Music's newest endeavor, Echo Harbor Worship, the next wave in contemporary Catholic music. Echo Harbor a faith-based, worship-centered bridge, fostering unity for all people through the love of God. Its label team, songwriters and artists come from different faith communities, but all seek the “unity in community” that Jesus calls us to.
We reflect on Independence Day and the readings for the 14th Sunday in ordinary time while playing some tunes.
This episode airs on Father Ed Steiner's last day as pastor of St. Philip Catholic Church in Franklin, Tennessee of which Living Real Radio is a production. We talk to Father Ed about his 43 years as a priest while featuring some special moments from his June 21 retirement dinner. Thank you Father Ed for your loving service to the Nashville Catholic community.
Catholic composer and speaker, Mark Haas, shares some of his compositions and insights on how JRR Tolkien's Catholic faith informed his epic high fantasy novel, The Lord of the Rings.
Guests Peter Kolar and Sarah Wolf from GIA Publications discuss the purpose of the Summer Music Institute, July 9-11 in Naperville, IL, a diverse program for both sacred and secular choral music makers in English and Spanish. More info and registration at Institute.GiaMusic.com. Special discount for Living Real listeners: friend50.
In this episode of Living Real Radio, John and Greg explore the themes of love and community in the context of Jesus's words in the Sunday Gospel, "This is how all will know that you are my disciples if you have love for one another” (John 13:35). Music only featured on our Nashville Hippie Radio 94.5 broadcast: What the World Needs Now Is Love - Jackie DeShannon | Hold Us Together - Matt Maher | Christ Is R...
We explore the election of Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, delving into his background, the Order of Augustinians and the historical context of his name to the Catholic Church.
We delve into the intricate process of the papal conclave with Fr. Ed Steiner, exploring its historical roots, the role of cardinals, the voting procedure, and the significance of secrecy during the election. We also reflect on the impact of Pope Francis and the future direction of the Catholic Church. Featured only on our Nashville Hippie Radio 94.5 broadcast: Litany of Saints - The Cathedral Singers | Veni Creator -...
After his passing on Easter Monday, April 21, we reflect on the life and papacy of Pope Francis with music and some of his memorable quotes. Only featured on our Nashville Hippie Radio Broadcast: There Is A God - Lee Ann Womack.
We discuss the significance of Easter and Holy Week with inspiring music by Catholic musicians.
John and Greg discuss Palm Sunday, Holy Week and play some tunes.
Having just wrapped up Women's History Month, we interview two women with interests in both music and history: Victoria Reed, Director of the Williamson County Performing Arts Center in Franklin, TN and Nashville-based Singer Songwriter Rae Radick. Music featured only on our Nashville Hippie Radio 94.5 broadcast: I Can't Stop Loving You - Ray Charles | ABC - Jackson 5.
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