In this episode of Personally Speaking, Msgr. Jim Lisante is joined by author John T. McGreevy. John is the provost at the University of Notre Dame and has written a new book called, “Catholicism: A Global History from the French Revolution to Pope Francis”. John has authored four books that explore the people and the impact of the Catholic Church and he is a Professor of History at the University of Notre Dame.

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In this episode of Personally Speaking, Msgr. Jim Lisante is joined by actor and director Eddie McClintock. Eddie is starring in and directed the new film, “Miracle at Manchester”,  which tells the true story of Brysen Newman, a Catholic high school athlete who is diagnosed with aggressive brain cancer. Family, friends, the community, and strangers pray for Brysen resulting in something miraculous.

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In this episode of Personally Speaking, Msgr. Jim Lisante is joined by actor, singer and composer Jacob Ryan Smith. In 2020 Jacob accomplished a yearlong project he entitled “The Song Smith” where he wrote and produced a song every day for a year. In performance Jacob has been doing regional theater all around the country for years. He talks about his life, his career, family, why he loves creating and the values that mean the most to him.

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In this episode of Personally Speaking, Msgr. Jim Lisante is joined by Greg Kelly. Greg is the anchor of “Greg Kelly Reports” on Newsmax TV, the host of “The Greg Kelly Show” on WABC in New York,  and he’s the former co-host of “Good Day New York” on Fox 5 NY. He has written a new book called, “Justice for All: How the Left is Wrong About Law Enforcement” in which he looks at the fundamental service men and women in law enforcement provide for our country.

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In this episode of Personally Speaking, Msgr. Jim Lisante is joined by Emmy Award winning journalist Paula Faris. For almost a decade Paula worked at ABC News where she co-anchored “Good Morning America Weekend”, co-hosted “The View” and launched the podcast, “Journeys of Faith with Paula Faris”. She has reported on everything from politics, news and entertainment to sports and faith. Paula has written a new book called, “You Don’t Have to Carry it All: Ditch the Mom Guilt and Find a Better Way Forward”, in which she reveals what it would look like to give Moms the support they need and deserve.. She talks about being a working Mom and the faith and values that matter most to her.

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In this episode of Personally Speaking, Msgr. Jim Lisante is joined by Fox News contributor Joe Concha. Joe appears on programs across FOX News Channel and FOX Business Network to provide commentary and insight on current events. In addition to his role with the network, Joe serves as a columnist for The Hill. Joe has written a book about President Biden’s presidency called, “Come on Man!”. He talks about his life, his career, his family and the faith and values that sustain him. 

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In this episode of Personally Speaking, Msgr. Jim Lisante is joined again by Jonathan Roumie. Jonathan currently stars in the popular television series “The Chosen”, playing the role of Jesus. “The Chosen” is the first multi-season series about the life of Jesus, and is the highest crowd funded media project of all time, with more than 400 million views. Jonathan is also starring in a new film out in theaters called, “Jesus Revolution” opposite Kelsey Grammar. Jonathan joins us again to talk about his life, his Catholic faith and values, being a Pro Life actor and about “Jesus Revolution”.

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In this episode of Personally Speaking, Msgr. Jim Lisante is joined by Bruce Blakeman. On November 2, 2021, Bruce was elected Nassau County Executive in New York. He talks about his first year in office and the faith and values that sustain him.

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In this episode of Personally Speaking, Msgr. Jim Lisante is joined by Ed Wilkinson,  Editor Emeritus of The Tablet, Brooklyn’s Diocesan newspaper. Ed has written a new book called, “Chasing Church News” a 50 year look back at the history of the Diocese of Brooklyn.

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In this episode of Personally Speaking, Msgr. Jim Lisante is joined by Emmy Award winning news anchor Rosanna Scotto. Rosanna is the co-host of “Good Day New York” and has been a member of WNYW-Fox 5 News in New York since 1986. She speaks about her career, family, Catholic education and the faith and values that matter most to her.

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