Catholics Across the Aisle

About Catholics Across the Aisle

The podcast of the Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops, Catholics Across the Aisle: Commentary on Public Policy and Civic Life, brings a non-partisan, moral voice to public dialogue on key policy issues of the day and assists listeners to become educated and active participants in civic life. FCCB staff and guests take a deep dive into social concerns, respect for life and dignity, health policy, and education. In-depth conversations are held with civic leaders, insiders, and experts in various fields who share their experience and knowledge in ways that will shed light and promote deeper commitment to the common good for all listeners. In addition, individuals whose lives have been impacted by some of our most debated state or federal policies share their stories. Listeners are also presented with opportunities to participate in political life.

Publisher

Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops

Category

education · government · religion & spirituality

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

10 Jun 2020

Latest episode

7 Aug 2024

Latest episodes

56 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   7 Aug 2024

   Vote No on Amendment 4 with Sara Johnson

   Sara Johnson, statewide grassroots director for Vote No on 4 Florida, and Michele Taylor, FCCB's associate director for communications, discuss the extreme and deceptive Amendment 4, which would allow late-term abortions and eliminate protections for women and minors seeking abortions. Learn why Floridians should vote no on Amendment 4.

2. 

   4 Aug 2023

   Meet Bishop Erik Pohlmeier of the Diocese of St. Augustine

   Bishop Erik T. Pohlmeier is Florida’s newest bishop, having just celebrated his first year as shepherd of the Diocese of St. Augustine. In this episode, get to know more about Bishop Pohlmeier, from his upbringing in rural Arkansas, to discerning his vocation, to his adventures in the past two decades of his priestly ministry. Michael Sheedy, FCCB executive director, also speaks with the bishop about the episcopal role and his vision for the future.

3. 

   27 Jul 2023

   A Catholic Response to Immigration and Recent Florida Legislation

   Michael Sheedy, FCCB's executive director, and Christie Arnold, associate for social concerns and respect life, discuss a response to immigration that is based in scripture, Catholic teaching, and respect for human dignity. Immigration policy has been a controversial topic, especially here in Florida where SB 1718 was recently signed into law. Michael and Christie unpack the potential consequences and legal challenges surrounding this new legislation.

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.8 / 5

12 ratings

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