In episode 13, Gillian chats with Lauren McCormack, Executive Director for the Office of Government Relations at the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB). They chat about Catholic advocacy on the federal level. 

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Warning: the discussions in this episode may be triggering for some survivors of abuse. 

In episode 12, Gillian chats with Edward Mechmann, the Director of Public Policy and Director of Safe Environment with the Archdiocese of New York. They discuss the clergy sexual abuse crisis in the Catholic Church, how the Church has responded in terms of protection of children and vulnerable adults today, and how we move forward in the future.

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In episode 11, Gillian chats with Dan Jason, the founder of EF3 LIFE, a company based in using education, faith, fitness and finance to improve ourselves and the lives of others, and author of "The Saint Next Door." They discuss young adult involvement in the Church, specifically mission trips, and his new book "The Saint Next Door." 

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In episode 10, Gillian chats with Bishop Robert J. Brennan, the newly appointed bishop of the Diocese of Brooklyn. They discuss his return to New York and stepping into his new role. 

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In episode nine, Gillian chats with Giovanni Virgiglio, Diocesan Chancellor and Superintendent of Schools for the Diocese of Albany. They discuss the importance of Catholic education and Catholic Schools Week (January 31, 2022 - February 5, 2022).

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In episode eight, Gillian chats with Kathy Gallagher, Director for Pro-Life Activities, and Kristen Curran, Director of Government Relations, from the NYS Catholic Conference. They discuss Catholic advocacy in the public square.   

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In episode seven, Gillian chats with Jim Cultrara, the Director of Education for the NYS Catholic Conference. They discuss the Conference's role in education and how Catholic schools coped throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. 

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In episode six, Gillian chats with special guest His Eminence, Cardinal Timothy Dolan. They reflect on the past year and discuss the Advent and Christmas seasons.
 
Cardinal Dolan's Christmas Midnight Mass airs on the Catholic Channel on Sirius XM, on channel 129, and on WPIX in the New York City metro area

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In episode five, Gillian chats with Alexis Carra-Tracey, attorney for the offices of Public Policy & Safe Environment at the Archdiocese of New York. They discuss the Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization case, including common misconceptions of the case and possible outcomes.

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In episode four, Gillian chats with Laura Cassell, the Executive Director/CEO of Catholic Charities of Long Island. They discuss the "hidden" needs in Long Island, pandemic challenges, and the upcoming holiday season. 

To get involved with Catholic Charities of Long Island, visit their website, https://www.catholiccharities.cc/, or call them at (516) 733-7000.

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