In the 10th episode of Conversatio, Elisa Toress Neff engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Trae Bailey and Dr. Christine Boor about the intersection of poetry and art. Together, they delve into the timeless works of Robert Frost's "Two Tramps in Mud Time" and William Wordsworth's "The Solitary Reaper." Tune in to discover how these iconic poems reflect the human experience, nature, and inspire rich, meaningful dialogue. Listen now!

Join Br. Chrysostom and Fr. David as they explore all things Divine Office. Dive into the history of this sacred tradition, discover the distinctive elements of the Abbey’s Divine Office, and learn what goes into creating this unique liturgical practice. Listen now!

In the 8th episode of Conversatio, Dr. Lee-Ann Kenny sits down with senior nursing students Ellie and Sydney, along with Professor Emily Nishiyama, to discuss how the Benedictine hallmarks influence the daily lives of nurses and their practice. Learn how nurses integrate faith into their care, foster compassionate environments, and pass on these timeless values to future generations of healthcare professionals. Listen now!

In the latest episode of Conversatio, Dr. Tom Varacalli sits down with Catholic apologist Trent Horn to discuss his book Why We're Catholic. They explore the intersection of faith and politics, how Catholics can engage with secularism, and how to navigate tough conversations about the faith. This episode offers valuable insights for both new and lifelong Catholics on living out and sharing the Catholic faith in today’s world. Listen now!

In this sixth episode of Conversatio, Fr. Jonathan Torres, a 2013 graduate of the Abbey, explores the Hero’s Quest and the power of story for man as homo viator—the "man on a journey." He shares insights with our honors college students on how the narrative of Christ, as depicted in the Bible, reveals the transformative power of story to shape human identity and purpose—and how we can understand our own lives as a story in the making.

In the latest episode of Conversatio, Dr. Mary Imparato and Abbey student Youthan Love chat with Pete Seat, author of The War on Millennials, about the challenges facing the millennial generation. Pete shares insights on bridging generational divides and emphasizes the need for active citizenship, encouraging all generations to take action today for a better tomorrow. Drawing on his experiences with President Bush, he also addresses perceptions of government effectiveness. Don’t miss this insightful conversation—listen now!

In episode 4 of Conversatio, Dr. Mary Imparato and Youthan Love welcome Peggy Grande, who shares her remarkable experiences as Ronald Reagan’s executive assistant after his presidency. Join us as she reflects on her time with the former president and the lessons she learned along the way. Listen now!

In our third episode of Conversatio, Fr. Elias offers us a meditation on Lectio Divina, and shares more about this devotion, as well as how you can integrate it into your daily life. Listen now!

In episode 2 of Conversatio, Mary Imparto is joined by Dr. Matthew Siebert and Dr. Michael Watson for an in-depth conversation about how environmental ethics intersect with politics and economics. Listen now!

In the first episode of Conversatio's fifth season, Dr. Christopher Tomaszewski and Fr. Thomas Petri, President of the Dominican House of Studies, sit down to discuss pursuing truth in today's society. They explore St. Thomas Aquinas’s understanding of truth and contrast it with the contemporary concept of "personal truth." Listen now!