The Cassandra Blanco Podcast
Join Cassandra Blanco for conversations with others related to/through the lens of the Catholic faith.
Episodes
Timestamps:
0:00- Introduction & Disclaimer
1:13- Pro 1: Flexibility of Movement of Feet
1:33- Pro 2: Toe Separation & Space
1:59- Pro 3: Snug
2:05- Pro 4: High Quality & Well Built
2:24- Pro 5: Don't Have to Wear Socks
2:30- Con 1: They Get Hot
2:52- More Time Consuming to Put On
3:24- Outro
Wearing Barefoot Shoes Video: https://youtu.be/cisxTtMCrQM?si=L_...
*Note: Faraz’s computer died around minute 12 of the interview, which is why the interview jumps from the middle of his personal history into the middle of Pakistan’s history.
Faraz Pervaiz is a Pakistani Christian human rights defender and outspoken critic of religious extremism. He is internationally known for his work exposing the persecution of religious minorities in Pakistan and for advocating secular,...
Félix Maradiaga is a prominent figure in Central America known for his expertise in nonviolent resistance and democracy building. As a human rights advocate and thought leader in nonviolent resistance strategy, he is widely recognized as one of the leading voices within the Nicaraguan democratic opposition. Maradiaga currently serves as the President of the Foundation for the Freedom of Nicaragua. Additionally, he has...
Danny Burmawy holds a Master of Theological Studies and is the author of The God of My Grandmother. He is the Co-Founder & CEO of Project Ex, an organization aims to challenge Islamic political, theological and social narratives and restore moral clarity in the West.
Danny, a former Muslim turned Christian. Born in Jordan, he spent 15 years in Lebanon before moving to the U.S.
Timestamps
0:00- ...
Zariyi Yusuf is a Christian from Nigeria's Middle Belt. He is an advocate for justice and a political analyst and teaches Pharmacognosy and Phototherapy at Veritas University. He is also works as a Freelance Translation Consultant. Zarihi reaches out to Christian communities affected by attacks from Islamist militia in the Middle Belt region of Nigeria to assess the situation and raise awareness for support.
Times...
Music by Oleksii Holubiev
Music by Oleksii Holubiev
Mario Sacasa, @drmariosacasa , is a licensed marriage and family therapist and operates a private counseling practice in Charlotte, NC. He earned a Ph.D. in counselor education and supervision from the University of Holy Cross in New Orleans, LA. He also holds a combined M.S./ Ed.S. in marriage and family counseling from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. He is married and has four sons.
The f...
0:00- What is Papal Conclave
0:39- Papal Resignation or Death
1:04- Cardinals Vote in Conclave
1:25- Black Smoke
1:29- Pope’s Election
1:47- Baptized Males
2:03- Outro
Music by Oleksii Holubiev
Timestamps:
0:00- Easter Season Celebrates Jesus' Resurrection
0:22- Easter Octave
0:36- Time of Celebration & Feasting
0:54- Easter Lillies, White Vestments, Paschal Candle
1:11- Ascension/Luke 24:50-51
1:29- Pentecost Sunday/Acts 2
1:42- Easter Season Ends, Ordinary Time Begins
1:47- Outro
Music by Oleksii Holubiev
* Correction- we will hear the alleluia sung and bells at Mass for the first time at the Holy Thursday Mass.
Timestamps:
0:00- Palm Sunday/John 12:12-16
0:25- Spy Wednesday/Matthew 26:14-16
0:52- Holy Thursday/Luke 22/John 13:14/Matthew 26:40-45
1:56- Good Friday/John 18:1-19:42
2:24- Holy Saturday
2:35- Easter Vigil
3:07- Outro
Music by Oleksii Holubiev
Timestamps:
0:00- What is Catholic Social Teaching
0:50- What is the Promotion of Society
1:34- Reasonable Wage
1:48- Work Schedule
2:00- Moral Work Environment
2:11- Reasonable Taxation
2:27- Outro
Additional Resources:
Compendium of the Social Doctrine of the Church (available online at www.vatican.va)
Music by Oleksii Holubiev
Timestamps:
0:00- Origins of Nicene Creed
0:46- 12 Articles of the Nicene Creed
2:05- Apostles Creed
2:31- Outro
The Nicene Creed:
I believe in one God,
the Father almighty,
maker of heaven and earth, of all things visible and invisible.
I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ, the Only Begotten Son of God, born of the Father before all ages. God from God, Light from Li...
Timestamps:
0:00- North Korea History
0:39- Totalitarian Government
1:02- North Korea Once had Freedom of Religion
1:46- Consequences if You are Discovered to be a Christian
2:25- Resources/Outro
Sources for Video:
https://www.asianews.it/news-en/The-family-of-Dictator-Kim-Il-sung-were-devout-Christians-21409.html#google_vignette
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Persecution_of_Christian...
Timestamps:
0:00- What is the Catholic Liturgical Calendar?
0:44- 6 Liturgical Seasons in the Catholic Church
1:31- Season of Lent/Matthew 4:1-11
1:53- Lent Begins on Ash Wednesday
2:18- Fasting
2:54- Almsgiving
3:04- Prayer/Stations of the Cross
3:20- Stations of the Cross
3:43- Tridiuum
4:25- Outro
Music by Oleksii Holubiev
Note: I apologize for the choppiness of the first part of this Podcast. Gina's screen froze 23 times, so I had to piece it together the best I could!
Gina was born and raised in Colorado, Gina has worked for the U.S. Olympic Committee, the Fellowship of Catholic University Students, and in the healthcare industry. In 2012, she married her husband, Andy, and together they have 5 children. Their second ch...
Theresa was born and raised in the suburbs of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania USA. She now lives in the city with her husband of almost 10 years, Tom, and their 2 boys, Tommy and Paul. Her work has spanned caring for the elderly, the sick, and young children as a nanny. She loves her Catholic faith and cares deeply about the dignity of human life at every stage. She enjoys all things hospitality and spending time with her ...
*Correction: 6:12- I find no show socks and ankle socks restrictive in the toe area.
0:00- Disclaimer
0:21- Not Sponsored
0:35- What are Barefoot Shoes
1:38- Zero Drop
2:08- Thin Soles
2:29- Lightness and Flexibility
2:40- Wide Toe Box
2:59- No Support
3:40- Xero Shoes
4:10- Luna Sandals
4:25- Be Lenka Sandals
5:05- Grecian Sandals
5:40- Shapen Poppy Shoes
...
Timestamps
0:00- Introduction
0:10- Today’s Topic
0:29- Luke 1:26-31 (Annunciation)
1:36- Luke 1:38 (Mary Accepts)
1:58- Luke 2:6-7 (Jesus' Birth)
2:21- Presentation & Lost in the Temple
2:38- Hidden Life of Mary
3:05- John 2:1-5 (Wedding of Cana)
4:16- John 19:26-27 (Jesus' Crucifixion)
4:53- Acts 1:14 (Mary with Apostles)
5:29- Relationship with Mary
5:3...
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