Along "The Way"

The Political season is once again upon us. I have to say that I have not seen that many political advertisement’s this time. I guess because I live in a state that is dominated by the democratic ideology. I, at one point in my life followed the tides of politics, believing that that my vote made a difference. Then out of shear frustration I gave up on politics and politicians.  I became a person that didn’t think what happens in W...

We live in times when it just seem like it’s okay to offend Christians especially Catholic Christian’s. We look and the world and wonder where the world has gone wrong? And it is the world that reminds us of the people that call themselves Catholic and their short comings as well. Scandal and controversy has a way of beating us down. It makes us ask the question who can I trust? Friends I believe Jesus when he said that “This is My...

Dear friends, I am so proud to bring you this episode of Along The Way. This episode is living proof that the tough times in our life can make us bitter or better and my guest has chosen the latter. He became a better man through the trials of alcoholism, a fire that left him with nothing and cancer. Through it all being drawn closer and closer to God and eventually answering the Call to the Deaconate.  Today Deacon Lou a.k.a. Chef...

My Friend Doctor George Ceremuga joins me once again, this time to tell about his experience in the Holy Land. It was the time spent there that was the inspiration to his new book “ My 50-Day Pentecost  in the Holy Land. What I love about this conversation , it is more about his experience there than it is about selling books. However I think you will want to read the book after hearing about some of Dr. Georges personal revelation...

Bob Dylan wrote, “The Times They Are A’changin”, and maybe not for the better. It seems nothing good come from the news. As people we are becoming overwhelmed with a society that is clearly out of control with no moral compass the need to be heard is needed now more than ever.  Many problems that we face may not need the services of a psychiatrist or psychologist but maybe a few sessions with a life coach to get a different perspec...

Probably one of the most important things we need to remember on our journey along the way is love. Christ said that they will know you are mine by the way you love. In this episode Doctor George Ceremuga and I talk about five pillars of health and God’s health plan. What does love have to do with healthy living? Well, Doctor George believes with love. And these are not just words. Dr. George’s energy and enthusiasm are…Well…infect...

Eric Meyer is an amazing guy! He has spent much of his adulthood climbing the company ladder. Many times though people ask him to “come with me”. These chance meetings with people along the way have led to some life changing moments in Eric’s life. I’m sure you can relate. The wonderful thing is Eric wrote these stories down and compiled it in a book called “The Catholic Company Man”. In it Eric shares a number of personal stories ...

Some say that radio is a dying medium that will share the same fate as the dinosaurs.  True that radio is an old form of communication, but it is still on the front line of the new evangelization. All across this country Catholic radio stations are producing content, and as great as the national content is, I love the locally produced content. Each morning I begin my day with one such radio station from Columbus Ohio. St. Gabriel R...

Doctor Ray Guarendi is both a television and radio personality seen and heard on the EWTN global Catholic Network. His radio show is a staple to my daily line up. Dr. Ray’s strait forward approach to parenting and other human interaction is truly a refreshing change from the typical and cultural norms. I always enjoy his comical delivery and experience based advice. In this episode I asked the good Doctor what is wrong with people?...

Joining me along the way in this episode, is someone that has been there since my reversion back to the Catholic faith and EWTN’s beginning, right next to Mother Angelica. I love his down home approach to Catholicism. But, please don’t think what he says is simplistic in any way.  This episode I have the pleasure to talk with Fr. Mitch Pacwa about his new book “Commentary on the Book of Isaiah”. In this casual conversation Fr. Mitc...

Every time I talk with Bear Woznick I always take something away from our conversation that honestly I find life changing. He always gives me something that causes me to explore myself at a deeper level. Talking with this man of such deep faith makes me realize that life with God is the adventure of a lifetime. In this episode we discuss His new book and so much more. I guarantee there is something in this casual  conversation that...

Catholic Conferences and Parish missions are a great way to expand our knowledge and increase our faith. There are so many factors that go into choosing the right speaker. Well today’s guest started out by helping his sister find her calling and eighteen years later Joe Condit is still helping the best of the best in Catholic speakers find a venue and more. Joe Condit is the founder of the world’s largest Catholic speaker’s bureau ...

Let me begin by saying thank you to all the guests that have joined Deacon Dave and me Along The Way. Let me thank all of you that have listened to the show. Thank you to all those that have told a friend about this show.

2023 was an amazing year of growth for this show and I am  eternally grateful for its growing success. This podcast has been for me the catalyst for growth in my life. It has been the key that has opened door to a...

This episode was hard for Deacon Dave. It is dedicated to his brothers Peter and Paul Imhof. Sadly for us this year they both passed on to their eternal reward.  This casual conversation is a simple reminder that death will eventually run us down and when the chase is over we will breathe our last breath and be face to face with God.

Please remember to have Masses said for those that have gone before you. Remember to pray for the ...

No God, no peace. Know God know peace. However you say it, it is a true statement. In this society of sensationalism being the bearer of bad news can raise us to the status of celebrity. Bad news can be worth millions of dollars for those that control the twenty four hour news cycle. This is only one aspect of life that can rob us of the peace that Jesus Christ promised us. So how do we keep that peace or find it in the first place...

This is a fun episode that connects theological truths with the need to just unwind. In this episode author Michael Foley discusses his book “Drinking With The Saints”. He discusses how he came across some of the most delightful sounding drink recipes while pairing them with some 100 proof saints. As someone who enjoys simplicity in all things Michael assures me that beer and Irish Whiskey is a good mix in moderation. I hope you en...

I am convinced that the Holy Spirit is a master of opportunity. I recently had a chance meeting at our guest’s recent speaking engagement. For months I was trying to contact him to be a guest. His extremely busy schedule and his priestly duties made it nearly impossible to schedule a time that we could sit down and have a casual conversation. However when the time was right the Holy Spirit brought us together and a block of time wa...

It seems like forever since I have posted an episode of Along The Way. In fact it has been about a month and a half since my last episode. To be honest we had two guests that had last minute schedule conflicts and had to postpone their conversations with Deacon Dave And me.

However, a chance meeting with today’s guest was another introduction to God’s friends. One that has gone on to his eternal reward and one that has written a bo...