They That Hope

They That Hope

Fr. Dave Pivonka, TOR, and Dcn. Bob Rice are friends who see humor and hope in a crazy world. Whether they are talking about sports, movies, politics, the Church, or their own lives, Fr. Dave and Dcn. Bob try to find Christ in all things, even in the messiness of today’s culture. “They that hope in the Lord will renew their strength” (Isaiah 40:31). Come be refreshed and renewed!

Episodes

November 6, 2024 34 mins

Dcn. Bob is thrilled that baseball is finally over!  He and Fr. Dave talk about the NFL, NBA, Bronny, Disney World, and the election, and begin to discuss Pope Francis’ latest encyclical, “He Loves Us.”

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The World Series is set!  It will be Yankees vs. Dodgers in an historic showdown.  Fr. Dave and Dcn. Bob also talk about professional and college football, Bob’s new book, Donald Trump at McDonalds, “subversive Catholicism,” Pope St. John Paul II, and Blessed Karl of Austria.

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October 16, 2024 35 mins

Fr. Dave visited an aircraft carrier at sea!  He and Dcn. Bob talk about the MLB playoffs, college and professional football, Pete Rose, and how to have hope in the last weeks before the election.

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October 2, 2024 33 mins

Dcn. Bob met Captain Kirk! He and Fr. Dave talk about the “Brady vs. Baker” fight, MLB playoffs, and going to Hamilton with students.  They also offer prayers for those affected by the hurricane this past weekend.

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September 25, 2024 38 mins

Fr. Dave’s Broncos beat Dcn. Bob’s Buccaneers, yet they remain good friends!  They discuss other NFL results, Shohei Ohtani’s “50/50” season, World Series predictions, violence in the Middle East, and the Vatican’s recent approval of Medjugorje devotion.

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September 18, 2024 31 mins

Dcn. Bob calls in from Kansas City!  He and Fr. Dave talk about the NFL, concussions, last week’s presidential debate, and active shooter drills.  They conclude by reflecting on the promise of Jesus, “I have overcome the world” (John 16:33).

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September 11, 2024 33 mins

This episode is essentially a therapy session to console Fr. Dave after the shock loss of Notre Dame football. He and Dcn. Bob also discuss the NFL (Bucs win!), the baseball game they almost went to, 9/11, James Taylor, and the Exaltation of the Cross.

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September 4, 2024 33 mins

Dcn. Bob finally found something worth watching in baseball!  He and Fr. Dave talk about the opening weekend of college football, a pregnant Paralympian, being trapped in space, and the legacy of St. Teresa of Calcutta.

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August 28, 2024 34 mins

It’s back to school time!  Fr. Dave and Dcn. Bob talk about classes resuming at Franciscan University, NFL kickoff weekend, steroid baseball, identity politics, and what it means to be a “community of believers.”

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August 21, 2024 34 mins

Fr. Dave and Dcn. Bob recap the highs (Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone) and lows (Raygun) of the 2024 Olympics! They also talk about Taylor Swift, politics, Alaska, and sacred art.

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August 7, 2024 34 mins

Fr. Dave and Dcn. Bob conclude their analysis of the seven deadly sins.  In this episode, they discuss lust, gluttony, and wrath.  **PARENTAL WARNING** This episode contains open discussion about mature subjects.  Headphones recommended.

 

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July 31, 2024 36 mins

Fr. Dave and Dcn. Bob are back in the studio together!  They catch up on a crazy two weeks of Olympic scandals, political mishaps, and amazing conference experiences.

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July 24, 2024 46 mins

Fr. Dave and Heather Khym team up for a very special crossover episode, recorded with a live audience at the National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis!

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July 17, 2024 37 mins

Fr. Dave and Dcn. Bob talk about soccer, tennis, the tragic shooting at the Trump rally, a book about ADHD, jubilee pilgrimages, and the conclusion of Pope Francis’ new edict, “Hope Does Not Disappoint.”

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July 10, 2024 37 mins

 Fr. Dave and Dcn. Bob talk about the scandal in MLE (Major League Eating), the new basketball Olympic Dream Team, politics, and Pope Francis’ new edict, “Hope Does Not Disappoint.”

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July 3, 2024 36 mins

In a slow sports week, Dcn. Bob is excited that Bronny James gets to play with his dad in the NBA. Fr. Dave has a different opinion. They also discuss the Olympics, the presidential debate, and the upcoming 2025 Jubilee Year

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June 26, 2024 36 mins

 Fr. Dave and Dcn. Bob talk about sports, weddings, the Priests, Deacons, Seminarians Retreat, fatherhood, Steubenville Youth Conferences, and the Eucharistic Revival Pilgrimage that came to Steubenville last weekend.

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June 19, 2024 31 mins

Fr. Dave and Dcn. Bob are thrilled that USA beat Pakistan in the World Cup of Cricket, though neither of them know anything about that sport. They talk about the U.S. Open, NBA and NHL finals, Fr. Dave’s pilgrimage to Assisi, challenges in the Diocese of Steubenville, local tragedies, and claiming victory in Jesus Christ.

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June 12, 2024 46 mins

While Fr. Dave is leading people on a pilgrimage to Assisi, we bring you this compilation episode of our discussions on Sloth, Envy, Pride, and Greed.  Don't worry: Fr. Dave and Dcn. Bob know that there are three more deadly sins, and will discuss those in future shows.  For now, enjoy this supercut! This episode is sponsored by Catholic Charities USA.  Help Catholic Charities serve your neighbors in need. Join us at  www.WeAreTher...

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June 5, 2024 41 mins

 Fr. Dave and Dcn. Bob catch up on the NBA, NHL, WNBA, MLB, and even the UFL! They also discuss Trump, pilgrimages, and the pope’s interview on 60 Minutes.

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