In this episode of The Walkup, Sean O’Hare is joined by Colm Flynn, Vatican correspondent for EWTN, and Colin Nykaza, Director of Outreach at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City. 

Together, they explore the Church’s response to suffering, the power of courageous service, and the enduring relevance of vocations in a fast-moving world. From Colm’s global reporting on the Pope and human rights, to Colin’s work on the ground with young adults and parish outreach, this conversation bridges Rome and NYC—offering insight, inspiration, and a deeply human look at faith in action.

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In this episode of The Walkup, Sean O’Hare brings together an unexpected trio: award-winning actress and writer Iris Bahr, Brooklyn-based priest Fr. Rick Riccioli, and Hollywood veteran Rob Long (Cheers, George and Leo). 

Together, they explore the shifting role of the church, the emotional weight of service, and how institutions of faith can either heal or harm. Rob shares stories from behind the scenes of network television and his own search for spiritual grounding. Fr. Rick reflects on what it means to serve a broken world, while Iris wrestles with her own relationship to tradition and belief. The conversation moves from substance and spirituality to humor, healing, and the idea of the church as a “hospital for the broken.”

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In this episode of The Walkup, Sean O’Hare sits down with two deeply thoughtful voices—comedian, writer, and cultural critic Iris Bahr (Curb Your Enthusiasm, X-Rae) and Father Rick Riccioli, a Franciscian friar and pastor serving in Brooklyn. 

The conversation weaves through a wide tapestry: from Iris’s time in the Israeli Defense Forces and the emotional toll of war, to Friar Rick’s reflections on priesthood, purpose, and navigating faith in today’s world. Together, they explore the complexities of sexuality, the fear of God, trauma, the role of sacrifice, and the power of choosing love in broken systems.

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In this premiere episode of The Walkup, host Sean O’Hare brings together two fascinating guests from very different worlds: Hollywood director Doug Liman (Mr. & Mrs. Smith, Road House) and Haitian Catholic priest Father Louis Merosne. 

The conversation spans faith, filmmaking, and personal transformation—from Liman’s journey to Haiti after the 2010 earthquake to Father Louis’ mission to bring hope to his community. Can we find objective truth? What role does faith play in arguments and love? And what do Jesus, Muhammad, and… Trump have in common?

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The Walkup is a bold exploration of ideas featuring a wide range of experts — from scientists, philosophers, artists, and musicians — and everyday truth-seekers. Walk up to the table of thought-provoking conversations, hidden insights, and struggles that impact more people than you might think. With no agenda but the pursuit of truth, The Walkup invites listeners to question, learn, and engage with the world in a deeper way. No topic is off-limits — just honest dialogue filled with wonder and laughter.

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