In this episode of Personally Speaking Msgr. Jim Lisante is joined by legendary radio personality Kevin Matthews. Kevin was one of the most recognized radio voices in America and he built a massive audience in the 1980’s and ‘90’s, garnering 10 million listeners a week. At the height of his success, Kevin was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, forcing him to confront vulnerability, loss and a new identity beyond fame. Kevin experienced a life changing encounter with the Blessed Virgin Mary which is described in his powerful memoir, and feature film, “Broken Mary: The Kevin Matthews Story”, detailing how the radio personality found purpose after discovering a broken statue of the Virgin Mary.

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In this encore episode of Personally Speaking, Msgr. Jim Lisante is joined by Senator Josh Hawley who represents Missouri in the U.S. Senate. Before his election to the Senate in 2018, Senator Hawley worked as a First Amendment lawyer and law professor and served as the attorney general of Missouri. Senator Hawley has written a book called “Manhood: The Masculine Virtues America Needs” which addresses the question, “What gives a man’s life purpose and meaning?” He talks about his concern over our culture’s impact on boys and men, and solutions for men to restore the virtue of manhood.

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In this episode of Personally Speaking, Msgr. Jim Lisante re-airs one of his favorite interviews, with Cardinal Francis George who served as Archbishop of Chicago from 1997 to 2014. Cardinal George talks about his faith, the values that mattered most to him, and his hope for the Church in the years to come.

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In this encore episode of Personally Speaking, Msgr. Jim Lisante is joined by Governor Mike Huckabee. Governor Huckabee served as the 44th governor of Arkansas from 1996 – 2007, and in 2008 and 2016 he ran for president. In 2025 he was named United States ambassador to Israel. Governor Huckabee talks about faith, values, and why it’s critical that we vote.

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In this episode of Personally Speaking Msgr. Jim Lisante is joined by Asher Kaufman. Asher is a young man, 18 years old, who is entering the seminary at the end of August for the Archdiocese of Hartford. He speaks about his Catholic faith and how he works with The Children’s Rosary, a prayer group movement for children around the world.

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In this episode of Personally Speaking, Msgr. Jim Lisante is joined by John Harbaugh, the head coach of the Baltimore Ravens who talks about his Catholic faith, family, and football. John was recently named head coach of the New York Giants.

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In this episode of Personally Speaking, Msgr. Jim Lisante is joined by actress Jen Lilley. Jen has starred in over 60 film and television projects and she’s become a household name through leading roles on The Hallmark Channel and Great American Family. She stars as Gloria Stewart in the upcoming biopic “Jimmy” and she’s also written a new book called, “Wake Up Your Faith”. Jen talks about her life, family, career, and the faith and values that matter the most to her.

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In this episode of Personally Speaking Msgr. Jim Lisante is joined by former NFL quarterback Steve Beuerlein. Steve played for the University of Notre Dame and went on to enjoy a 17 year season in the NFL. Steve is a committed husband, father of four children, and a man of deep faith. He talks about his life, his career, family and the Catholic faith that matters most to him.

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In this episode of Personally Speaking Msgr. Jim Lisante is joined by Dr. Marc Siegel, Senior Medical Analyst for Fox News. Dr. Siegel has written a new book called, “The Miracles Among Us: How God’s Grace Plays a Role in Healing”. In his book, he shares stories of patients who have made remarkable recoveries, challenging the boundaries of medical science. Dr. Siegel share some of those stories, which are a reminders that there is a higher power at work and how miracles manifest in everyday life.

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In this episode of Personally Speaking Msgr. Jim Lisante is joined by Green Beret combat veteran, social media host, and politician Nick Freitas. Nick is a member of the Virginia General Assembly serving in the House of Delegates and he talks about the faith and values that matter the most to him.

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