Alto

Alto by Libertas is inspired by the Italian phrase "Verso l'alto", which means "to the heights", emblematic of the heroic life of Italian mountaineer and social activist Pier Giorgio Frassati. Listen to raw and authentic conversations on Faith, Culture, Fitness and Mission-Driven Entrepreneurship that will help us pursue "the heights" together!

Fr. John Bayer grew up in New York. One year after graduating from University of Dallas with a Bachelors in Philosophy in 2006, he entered the Cistercian Abbey Our Lady of Dallas. After finishing a doctorate in theology at Pontifical Gregorian University, he now teaches at Cistercian Preparatory School and the University of Dallas. Fr. John also writes regularly for a column - A Word to Enkindle - in The Texas Catholic, you can read his articles here. In addition to good philosophy and theology, Fr. John loves athletics, hiking, camping and marveling prayerfully in nature.

Episode Themes:

The habit of discipline positions us to thrive not hinder our freedom.

Go where prayer is possible you don't always have to force it.

God calls us to an awareness and obedience to the present moment.

Learn more about Fr. John and the Cistercian community:

www.cistercian.org

https://www.facebook.com/TexasMonks/

Fr. John Bayer (@cistercian_abbey) • Instagram photos and videos

 

Learn more about Libertas and shop our Faith-inspired adventure merch at www.libertasalive.com.  Holiday package discounts: 20% off when you buy two or more tees or long sleeves and 20% off when you bundle custom drink ware. Order apparel on or before Dec. 8th for the best opportunity to receive in time for Christmas. Please rate, review and share!

 

Dope Music:

Dream Catcher by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4650-dream-catcher

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Alto by Libertas is inspired by the Italian phrase "Verso l'alto", which means "to the heights", emblematic of the heroic life of Italian mountaineer and social activist Pier Giorgio Frassati. Listen to raw and authentic conversations on Faith, Culture, Fitness and Mission-Driven Entrepreneurship that will help us pursue "the heights" together!

Scott Williams, co-founder and co-owner of Sock Religious, is a ministry professional turned entrepreneur. After working nearly a decade in full-time youth ministry, most recently as the Director of Youth Ministry at the Archdiocese of Indianapolis, Scott turned a side-hustle into a rapidly growing small business in a niche Catholic corner of the internet. If you asked Scott 10 years ago if he would be selling socks and other merchandise, he would have said you're crazy. He says "yes" to the next step of the journey each day. 

Episode Themes:

Sock Religious' genesis story.

Mary's Fiat as integral to Sock Religious' mission and business model.

Discerning the big decision to go all-in on Scott's side-hustle. 

Shop your pair of Sock Religious socks and listen to Scott on:

sockreligious.com

Facebook: @sockreligious

Instagram:@sockreligious

All Set for Sunday Podcast

 

Big thanks to Stan Murzyn for making this episode possible, hit him up for your strategy session and photography needs, first product shoot is on him!

 

Learn more about Libertas and shop our Faith-inspired adventure merch at www.libertasalive.com.  Holiday package discounts: 20% off when you buy two or more tees or long sleeves and 20% off when you bundle custom drink ware. Order apparel on or before Dec. 8th for the best opportunity to receive in time for Christmas. Please rate, review and share!

 

Dope Music:

Dream Catcher by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4650-dream-catcher

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Alto by Libertas is inspired by the Italian phrase "Verso l'alto", which means "to the heights", emblematic of the heroic life of Italian mountaineer and social activist Pier Giorgio Frassati. Listen to raw and authentic conversations on Faith, Culture, Fitness and Mission-Driven Entrepreneurship that will help us pursue "the heights" together!

Leo, founder of Libertas, host of Alto and @catholic.running.guy reflects on a recent 50k (31 mile) ultramarathon he completed. He shares 7 insights on life, Faith and resiliency:

Hold on to the vision!

Do it with the Lord.

Find your pace.

Acceptance.

Talk to the Lord from a place of honesty and humility.

Don’t avoid or run from uncomfort face it and break it down.

Battle from a place of gratitude.

Learn more about Libertas and shop our Faith-inspired adventure merch at www.libertasalive.com. Use code alto10 for 10% OFF at checkout! Please rate, review and share!

Dope Music:

Dream Catcher by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4650-dream-catcher

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Alto by Libertas is inspired by the Italian phrase "Verso l'alto", which means "to the heights", emblematic of the heroic life of Italian mountaineer and social activist Pier Giorgio Frassati. Listen to raw and authentic conversations on Faith, Culture, Fitness and Mission-Driven Entrepreneurship that will help us pursue "the heights" together!

Elena Nuñez Murdock is the founder and CEO of Ascend Communications, a firm specializing in Executive Brand Development and Management. She has worked with CEOs of multibillion-dollar companies, TEDx speakers, social innovators, and creates innovative branding strategies for senior executives and CEOs in Private Equity, Venture Capital, and Luxury Real Estate. Elena is a Distinguished Fellow at the Busch School of Business at the Catholic University of America. She is passionate about philanthropy sitting on several non-profit boards and that of the Catholic Community Foundation of Los Angeles. She holds a BA from Franciscan University of Steubenville, an alt-MBA from the Kellogg School of Management, and studied Organizational Design at the Stanford Business School.

Elena recently launched her third business, Mission 2 Launch, an e-course platform seeking to active Catholics and Christians to thrive in the workplace.

Episode Themes:

The importance of an abundance vs. a scarcity mindset - don't put a limit on God's love.

Business and Entrepreneurship as a force for Good.

Elena's new business - Mission 2 Launch!

 

Follow Elena and sign up for Mission 2 Launch:

mission2launch.com

Instagram: @mission2launch

Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/elena-murdock

Big thanks to @kojideramos for making this episode possible!

 

Learn more about Libertas and shop our Faith-inspired adventure merch at www.libertasalive.com. Use code alto10 for 10% OFF at checkout! Please rate, review and share!

Dope Music:

Dream Catcher by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4650-dream-catcher

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Alto by Libertas is inspired by the Italian phrase "Verso l'alto", which means "to the heights", emblematic of the heroic life of Italian mountaineer and social activist Pier Giorgio Frassati. Listen to raw and authentic conversations on Faith, Culture, Fitness and Mission-Driven Entrepreneurship that will help us pursue "the heights" together!

Matt Bush is the Founder & CIO of Trinitas Capital, an artificial intelligence driven Hedge Fund, and the co-host of the Pints with Jack, a podcast that seeks to discover the Truth & Beauty of Christianity through the lens of C.S. Lewis. After graduating from the University of Notre Dame, Matt moved out to San Diego to work in the Hedge Fund industry, and was active in the Saint Brigid’s Young Adult community. After 5 years, he left his job to start his own Hedge Fund, spent a year in NYC, and eventually move to Grand Rapids, MI, where he currently resides. In addition to his work an podcast, he is on the Board of Directors of the M&T Foundation, The International Business Council, and Catholic in Recovery. When he is not working, he loves reading while enjoying scotch, running, skiing, traveling, hiking, the lake life, and hanging out with friends and family.

Episode Themes:

Key spiritual lessons from C.S. Lewis.

The low or trough periods of life carry tremendous potential for growth.

Don't work to recreate the past, work to create a future with new momentum and a new love for God.

Progress is not always upwards or linear it's bit by bit but with an upwards trajectory.

Follow Matt and listen to Pints with Jack at:

www.pintswithjack.com

Facebook: @pintswithjack

Instagram: @pintswithjack

 

Learn more about Libertas and shop our Faith-inspired adventure merch at www.libertasalive.com. Use code alto10 for 10% OFF at checkout! Please rate, review and share!

Dope Music:

Dream Catcher by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4650-dream-catcher

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Alto by Libertas is inspired by the Italian phrase "Verso l'alto", which means "to the heights", emblematic of the heroic life of Italian mountaineer and social activist Pier Giorgio Frassati. Listen to raw and authentic conversations on Faith, Culture, Fitness and Mission-Driven Entrepreneurship that will help us pursue "the heights" together!

Leo, founder of Libertas, host of Alto and @catholic.running.guy talks about his personal habit and practice of reading biographies as a form of prayer and encounter with the Lord. He shares how the spiritual giants of Fr. Walter Ciszek S.J., St. Maximilian Kolbe, and Bl. Pier Giorgio Frassati through these specific books have shaped and inspired his Faith and life.

1. He Leadeth Me: An Extraordinary Testament of Faith, by Fr. Walter Ciszek

2. A Man for Others: Maximilian Kolbe the "Saint of Auschwitz" by Patricia Treece

3. A Man of the Beatitudes: Pier Giorgio Frassati, by Luciana Frassati

Learn more about Libertas and shop our Faith-inspired adventure merch at www.libertasalive.com. Use code alto10 for 10% OFF at checkout! Please rate, review and share!

Dope Music:

Dream Catcher by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4650-dream-catcher

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Alto by Libertas is inspired by the Italian phrase "Verso l'alto", which means "to the heights", emblematic of the heroic life of Italian mountaineer and social activist Pier Giorgio Frassati. Listen to raw and authentic conversations on Faith, Culture, Fitness and Mission-Driven Entrepreneurship that will help us pursue "the heights" together!

Josh Moldiz is the co-founder of The Holy Ruckus, co-host of the Podcast, and emerging YouTube sensation (at least in his own mind). After graduating with a degree in Catechetics from Franciscan University of Steubenville, Josh decided he did not like to make money, and began working in ministry full time. He spends his days terrorizing young people by teaching the faith at a Catholic grade school and doing high school youth ministry and coaching football. Most importantly, he's married to his college sweetheart, Emily. Together they are raising three beautiful daughters and two sons, and haven't slept a full night in over a year!

Key Talking Points:

What is machismo and how has it played out in our lives?

What is the connecting between machismo and toxic masculinity?

How can machismo and excessive pride hinder spiritual growth?

Follow Josh and The Holy Ruckus on Instagram @theholyruckus

 

Learn more about Libertas and shop our Faith-inspired adventure merch at www.libertasalive.com. Use code alto10 for 10% OFF at checkout! Please rate, review and share!

Dope Music:

Dream Catcher by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4650-dream-catcher

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Alto by Libertas is inspired by the Italian phrase "Verso l'alto", which means "to the heights" and is inspired by the heroic life of Pier Giorgio Frassati. Listen to raw and authentic conversations on Faith, Culture, Fitness and Mission-Driven Entrepreneurship that will help us pursue "the heights" together!

Stephen J. Caruso is a Catholic digital marketing strategist and Air Force photojournalist. He and his wife, Nicole, have three children and live in Washington, D.C. His mission is to inspire Catholic young professionals to discover, invest in and share their unique talents with the world. He draws on his wide experiences in the business world, the military and as an international missionary, speaking and writing on the topic of Catholic personal development. He believes that our strengths and talents are tools God gives us to become saints, but we need to design a lifestyle that helps us fully leverage them. As a former CrossFit Level I coach, he is also very passionate about healthy living and believes maintaining high energy is a secret to his success. He follows a keto diet, drinks copious amounts of Bulletproof coffee and sneaks in the occasional CrossFit WOD when he’s not holding a baby.

Key Talking Points:

How do we define goals in a useful framework?

Why do humans NEED goals?

How do you break down goals into actionable steps?

Is there a spiritual side to goal setting that Christians should focus on?

Find out more about 10x Your Talents and stay tuned for his upcoming blog launch at https://mailchi.mp/5c8cee0884f8/10xyourtalents

Follow him on Instagram @stephenjcaruso

Read his recent article Staying Healthy, Aiming High Despite Coronavirus

 

Learn more about Libertas and shop our Faith-inspired adventure merch at www.libertasalive.com. Use code alto10 for 10% OFF at checkout! Please rate, review and share!

Dope Music:

Dream Catcher by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4650-dream-catcher

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Stephen J. Caruso, Oliver Pappas and myself recently launched, hosted and completed a 13 Day Virtue Challenge hosted on Instagram Live.  Daily conversations exploring Ben Franklin’s 13 human virtues as a framework to elevate our clarity, up our performance and to inspire us to strive for excellence in life and in Faith.  We are resharing all episodes on the Alto podcast!

In this conversation, Stephen hosts Jerry Lenaburg to explore and unpack the virtue of Chastity, "Rarely use venery but for health or offspring; never to dullness, weakness, or the injury of your own or another's peace or reputation."

Jerry is a Catholic husband and father who lives in Northern Virginia and shares the Faith with youths in the Diocese of Arlington along with his wife Mary Lenaburg. Jerry is a Navy Veteran, Naval Academy Graduate and has a background in Management Consulting. Jerry is a history buff and shares his passion for American history through his Youtube channel, blog and Instagram account @grouchy_historian.

 

Key talking points:

What the heck is “venery?”

How do Catholics view the virtue of chastity?

Why chastity is essential to a happy marriage.

What impact does porn have on us as men.

Learn more about Jerry and follow him at:

Instagram @grouchy_historian

 

Shop our Faith-inspired adventure merch at www.libertasalive.com. Use code alto10 for 10% OFF at checkout! Please rate, review and share - God bless and Verso l'alto!

Dope Music:

Dream Catcher by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4650-dream-catcher

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Stephen J. Caruso, Oliver Pappas and myself recently launched, hosted and completed a 13 Day Virtue Challenge hosted on Instagram Live.  Daily conversations exploring Ben Franklin’s 13 human virtues as a framework to elevate our clarity, up our performance and to inspire us to strive for excellence in life and in Faith.  We are resharing all episodes on the Alto podcast!

In this conversation, Stephen hosts Dr. Greg Bottaro to explore and unpack the virtue of Tranquility, "Be not disturbed at trifles, or at accidents common or unavoidable."

Dr. Greg is a Catholic psychologist, and the director of the CatholicPsych Institute and the developer of the Catholic Mindfulness online course. Before getting his doctorate, he spent four years living as a Franciscan friar with the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal, serving the poor in the tradition of St. Francis of Assisi. He ultimately discerned a call to pursue family life. Six years after leaving NYC as a friar, Dr. Bottaro returned as a psychologist. His aim is fundamentally the same to serve. Instead of serving those suffering material poverty, he now seeks to serve those with psychological needs.

 

Key talking points:

"True tranquility is the Gospel." - Dr. Greg

How we can live tranquility by imitating Jesus.

Why tranquility means accepting suffering.

How technology use can impact our tranquility (you might be surprised with this one).

Learn more about Dr. Greg and follow him at:

catholicpsych.com

@catholicpsych

Order Dr. Greg's book, The Mindful Catholic here.

Listen to Alto episode EP11 about Dr. Greg's Faith journey here.

 

Shop our Faith-inspired adventure merch at www.libertasalive.com. Use code alto10 for 10% OFF at checkout! Please rate, review and share - God bless and Verso l'alto!

Dope Music:

Dream Catcher by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4650-dream-catcher

License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/