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Episode 339: Pope Leo’s Chicago Roots | Rob Kaczmark of Spirit Juice Studios on Faith, Film, and Catholic Art
In this episode, Fr. Edward Looney sits down with Rob Kaczmark, CEO of Spirit Juice Studios, to talk about his unique connection to Pope Leo XIII’s Chicago roots and how Catholic media continues to inspire today. Rob shares his experience visiting the Chicago neighborhood where Pope Leo grew up, filming on location, and reflecting on how Catholic art and media may be entering a new renaissance.
👉 Topics discussed:
The moment Rob realized Pope Leo was from Chicago
Behind the scenes of Spirit Juice’s videos on Pope Leo’s favorite Chicago spots
What it was like filming at Pope Leo’s childhood home (and is the neighborhood safe?)
The story of losing press credentials for the White Sox Stadium Mass—and making it work anyway
Whether Pope Leo’s family has seen the videos
Is Catholic art leading the way again, like in the Renaissance?
📌 Perfect for those interested in Catholic media, Church history, and the inspiring story of Pope Leo’s Chicago connection.
Watch the videos:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LpaknCv107Y
https://youtu.be/QtZhoRP8uPY?si=CtktB0B16YF3cWlO
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By Fr. Edward Looney
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In this episode, Fr. Edward Looney sits down with Rob Kaczmark, CEO of Spirit Juice Studios, to talk about his unique connection to Pope Leo XIII’s Chicago roots and how Catholic media continues to inspire today. Rob shares his experience visiting the Chicago neighborhood where Pope Leo grew up, filming on location, and reflecting on how Catholic art and media may be entering a new renaissance.
👉 Topics discussed:
The moment Rob realized Pope Leo was from Chicago
Behind the scenes of Spirit Juice’s videos on Pope Leo’s favorite Chicago spots
What it was like filming at Pope Leo’s childhood home (and is the neighborhood safe?)
The story of losing press credentials for the White Sox Stadium Mass—and making it work anyway
Whether Pope Leo’s family has seen the videos
Is Catholic art leading the way again, like in the Renaissance?
📌 Perfect for those interested in Catholic media, Church history, and the inspiring story of Pope Leo’s Chicago connection.
Watch the videos:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LpaknCv107Y
https://youtu.be/QtZhoRP8uPY?si=CtktB0B16YF3cWlO
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