Born of Wonder

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S4:8 EP50: Return to Nature and ’Bouquets of Freshly Sharpened Pencils!’ Aug 09, 2022

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August is an awful month (in my opinion) but FALL is just around the corner. This time of year has always seemed like the real 'new year' to me - a time to reset, reevaluate, and get back to what matters most. This is an inspiring and encouraging look to the future and all that the coming months have to offer us: sweaters, hot tea, cider, hikes in the woods... And an existential 'new start.'

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The Peace of Wild Things

https://onbeing.org/poetry/the-peace-of-wild-things/

Autumn and the Return of Rhythm

"Rise" by Eddie Vedder

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jWbiCr200N8

S4:7 EP49: How Agatha Christie Saved the Latin Mass Aug 02, 2022

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Back in 1971 Agatha Christie, along with many other writers, artists, and intellectuals (some Catholic, many not), signed a letter defending the traditional Tridentine Mass ('the Latin Mass') on the basis of its cultural contribution to Art and the Dignity of the Human Spirit. What can this letter and the surrounding conversations teach us today, as we yet again find ourselves in a state of liturgical confusion? We're staying out of the politics and the drama and exploring the BEAUTY of the Mass. We'll learn about the famous 'Agatha Christie indult' and Katie shares the incredible impact the traditional Mass has had on her personally. Lots of incredible music from a recreation of a High Latin Mass in Paris throughout.

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"How Agatha Christie Saved the Latin Mass"

https://www.bornofwonder.com/home/how-agatha-christie-saved-the-latin-mass

'The Agatha Christie Indult'

https://web.archive.org/web/20161020002716/http://www.institute-christ-king.org/uploads/main/pdf/england-statement.pdf

Louis Vierne: Messe Solennelle, Opus 16 - A Recreation of a Traditional Latin Mass at Saint-Sulpice Sunday of the Resurrection

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mQOCh-WS2CV8_yLUTeLweXL5BPnRloGME

"A Light that Shines in the Darkness"

https://www.bornofwonder.com/home/a-light-that-shines-in-the-darkness

"Entering Stillness: Rediscovering the Liturgy this Advent"

https://www.bornofwonder.com/home/entering-stillness-rediscovering-the-liturgy-this-advent

"Christianity gets Weird"

New York Times

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.nytimes.com/2020/05/08/opinion/sunday/weird-christians.amp.html

S4:6 EP48: The Theology of Harry Potter with Gina Dadaglo Jul 26, 2022

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A fun and thought-provoking chat all about the beautiful, theologically rich world of Harry Potter. Is Harry Potter a Christian story? We sure think so! (And so did J.K. Rowling). Katie and her guest Gina Dadaglo dive into Fear (and why it's so common but also so wrong for Christians to act out of fear), Sacrifice, Love, Friendship, Growing Up, being Parents, being converts to Catholicism, and the controversy over whether Christians should even be reading Harry Potter. Sit back and enjoy! ----

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Follow Gina on instagram @holy.ordinary Sign up for Gina's Substack 'The Process' https://ginajune.substack.com Hedwig's Theme https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wtHra9tFISY Return to Hogwarts https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pMHCp0sg7gg Gina's Recommendation The Lonely Londonders by Sam Selvon

S4:5 EP47: On Self Reliance Jul 19, 2022

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Katie recently experienced a nearly week-long power outage and it got her thinking about Self Reliance and Self Sufficiency. What are these virtues, how do we acquire them? What is mental Self Reliance (a la Emerson), physical self reliance (does it require a bunker and a large farm?). She’ll also question the limits of self-sufficiency and how we’re all in a cycle of need… Who do we need, who needs us? And have we put our trust in the right things, people, entities, etc.? Big questions for you this week.

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Music courtesy of Blue Dot Sessions

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On Self Reliance - Ralph Waldo Emerson

Small is Beautiful: Economics as if People Matter - E.F. Schumacher

1000 Hours Outside Podcast with with Pam Lobley

Enya - Only Time

S4:4 EP46: The Human Longing for Home Jul 12, 2022

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On this episode Katie meditates on how Joy has a lot more to do with Longing than Happiness, and how all of us, in our deepest selves, are longing for Home. We’ll discuss the importance of tradition, continuity, and how we are all living in an age of rootlessness and decision fatigue. A chance to rediscover your great loves in life and inspiration to create joy-filled homes.

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Music courtesy of Blue Dot Sessions

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Recommendations –

The Shepherd’s Life – James Rebanks

The Storyboard Orchestra

Vivaldi Autumn III

Steve Martin – Clawhammer Medley

S4:3 EP45: Bl. Pier Giorgio: Friendship, Patriotism, and Adventure Jul 05, 2022

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Today on the podcast, the incredible life of soon-to-be saint Bl. Pier Giorgio, the man St. Pope John Paul II called 'the man of the Eight Beatitudes' and his friends called 'an explosion of Joy.' Who was this mountain-climbing, prank-playing, compassionate young man, and what can he teach us about the value of friendship and adventure? We'll also touch on being patriotic even amidst trying times, and we'll all get weepy hearing Captain Von Trapp choke up during Edelweiss. An episode to inspire you!

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Verso L'Alto: To the Heights with Bl. Pier Giorgio Frassati

https://www.bornofwonder.com/home/verso-lalto-to-the-heights-with-bl-pier-giorgio-frassati

Frassati Groups

https://frassatiusa.org

Edelweiss Scene

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pjdbGNK8gSU

S4:2 EP44: The Magical World of Beatrix Potter Jun 28, 2022

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Today on the podcast Katie explores the life of Beatrix Potter, famed author of the "Peter Rabbit" stories. Creator of so many magical worlds, where did Beatrix find inspiration? And what inspiration can we gain from her life? Beatrix didn't publish until her late 30s, didn't find love or a place to truly call home until her 40s. It's never too late! A lover of animals, the countryside, and tradition, hers is a rich, imaginative life with much to teach us.

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www.bornofwonder.com Leave a review for the podcast on iTunes and leave a star rating on Spotify! Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bornofwonder?fan_landing=true ------------------------------- The World of Peter Rabbit and Friends https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FMJPFMBcSBI&t=144s "Beatrix Potter - Drawn to Nature" Exhibit https://www.vam.ac.uk/exhibitions/beatrix-potter-drawn-to-nature The Secret Life of Beatrix Potter https://www.newyorker.com/news/letter-from-the-uk/the-secret-life-of-beatrix-potter Peter Rabbit - Vivien Leigh Playlist https://open.spotify.com/album/1NWyV9FJLHWdGQ32Y8IObA?si=6taCyvYYTkqD0jT2jp1ZNg&utm_source=copy-link&nd=1 Robin Bullock "come by the hills" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6IEP53VMUT8&list=OLAK5uy_lDOFP2H3tTY9IOmLQgjYnRd7Z_2sRLGTM&index=1

S4:1 EP43: Scarborough Fair: Origin, History, and the Power of Song Jun 21, 2022

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Welcome to Season 4! We're launching the season with a deep dive into the beautiful traditional ballad Scarborough Faire. Did you know there are many versions of the song that don't even mention a fair at all? Or that for most of its history it seems the song was sung in a major key (not the haunting minor key we're all familiar with!)? And what is the symbolism behind that famous 'herb refrain? Katie discusses all this and more. This is a story of influence and collaboration, of creation and musical ingenuity. Including some beautiful original old recordings in addition to more modern versions, this is a chance to appreciate the history of one of our most beloved songs.

--- www.bornofwonder.com Leave a review for the podcast on iTunes and leave a star rating on Spotify! Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bornofwonder?fan_landing=true *also edit to say on second look I have 7000 unread emails, not 3000! Disturbing! Snail mail is so much more fun. Become a patron and I'm happy to send you a letter! ---- Simon and Garfunkel, Scarborough Fair https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Jj4s9I-53g Martin Carthy, Scarborough Fair https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kCjUDUshHdQ The True Story of “Scarborough Fair” and "The Elfin Knight" - with 30 historical recordings Folk Revival Project https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=adlHgFxdoFw
Recommendation: Bert Jansch - Wild Mountain Time https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y6kQ2uxkws8

S3:17 EP42: The Book of Kells May 24, 2022

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It's been called the most beautiful book in the world - a book with a mysterious history - and an ongoing source of inspiration and fascination: The Book of Kells. The Medieval illuminated manuscript containing the four Gospels of the Christian New Testament currently housed at Trinity College in Dublin and accessible to ALL via the web! In this episode Katie explains the storied history of the book and some of the strange, wonderful motifs you'll find in the Book of Kells - from peacocks to Celtic knots to intricate letters. We'll also discuss how a work of such depth and artistry reminds us to look closer and appreciate physical objects.

This is the LAST episode of Season 3!! Thank you so much for listening and making this such a successful season. I'll be taking a few weeks off from the podcast so stay tuned for a packed, exciting Season 4, coming soon! www.bornofwonder.com Leave a review for the podcast on iTunes and leave a star rating on Spotify! Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bornofwonder?fan_landing=true Book of Kells Digitized https://digitalcollections.tcd.ie/concern/works/hm50tr726?locale=en The Book of Kells: An Illustrated Introduction to the Manuscript in Trinity College, Dublin https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/the-book-of-kells-an-illustrated-introduction-to-the-manuscript-in-trinity-college-dublin_bernard-meehan/280151/item/3948978/?gclid=CjwKCAjw4ayUBhA4EiwATWyBrjt-fV0U2k2xk4lZyVhyVYSTlxdqhhVGHi5NlmEVmte4v6Jrx6Ca9xoC9ZcQAvD_BwE#idiq=3948978&edition=4421796 J.S.Bach Prelude BWV 998 Göran Söllscher guitar https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TPqa15VmUAA
Bach on Classical Guitar Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5jlBxqtDsIIAh7c6XnEaip?si=m9KA8WRKSomCYv_L74D3iw&utm_source=copy-link

S3:16 EP41: The Gift, Power, and Trials of Motherhood May 10, 2022

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Happy Belated Mother's Day! On this episode, Katie shares some of her own experiences of motherhood and the many ways mothers bring incredibly unique, powerful gifts to the world. We'll talk about the 'both-and' of motherhood (so hard, so beautiful), the fact that mothers cannot and should not be caring for children alone, how children teach us to be beautifully unproductive,' and then we'll celebrate two amazingly strong mothers from the Harry Potter Universe.

Recorded outside accompanied by our two miniature donkeys on a beautiful evening in May! www.bornofwonder.com Leave a review for the podcast on iTunes and leave a star rating on Spotify! Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/bornofwonder?fan_landing=true "On Becoming a Mother without a Mother" https://www.bornofwonder.com/home/on-becoming-a-mother-without-a-mother "How Both Traditionalists and Feminists Misunderstand Women and Babies" https://www.bornofwonder.com/home/both-feminists-and-traditionalists-misunderstand-women-and-babies "Pregnancy: Pray, Hope, Don't Worry" https://www.bornofwonder.com/home/pregnancy-pray-hope-dont-worry Katie's "Emotional Mom Songs" Playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1OkwUSgT4PJWGfyG6ttr2f?si=5vuJpX6NT8eP5roatD2UYg&utm_source=copy-link

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