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**Welcome to** ***Cross Word Books,*** **the podcast where we delve into compelling conversations with authors who illuminate history, politics, culture, faith, and art.**

Each episode uncovers intriguing insights and untold stories that shape our understanding of today’s world and the rich tapestry of ideas that define it. Whether you’re passionate about the cultural impact of art or curious about how history informs our political landscape, *Crossword* invites you to explore the diverse forces that influence human experience.

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The Legacy of Vatican II Nov 07, 2022

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To some it was a disaster and the ruin of the Roman Catholic Church to others a saving grace..Vatican II from its very inception until today has been the center of a storm of controversey. Join me in conversation with none other than the leading Catholic intellectual in the world today--Mr. George Weigel as we talk about his book To Sanctify the World ; The Vital Legacy of Vatican II (Basic Books)
You can find George Weigel's writings at the Catholic Difference on https://eppc.org/

Dracula-the original Catholic horror story! Oct 27, 2022

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Because you can never get enough Dracula this time of year. This is a repeat performance! Dracula..the Motherlode of all horror stories just in time for all hallows eve and all souls day .
Join me in conversation with Dr Doug Mitchell, my friend with a PhD in literature, as we talk about Brahm Stoker"s 1897 classic Dracula. Redemption. purity, bats and werewolves all rolled into this towering gothic novel. We discuss the Catholic and literary themes that have long held a fascination for a classic Halloween tale
Ignatius Press Critical Edition of Dracula
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Meet the Minds behind the Dracula Edition

Eleanor Bourg Nicholson is the assistant executive editor for Dappled Things and assistant editor for the Saint Austin Review (StAR). She is editor of several Ignatius Critical Editions volumes, and has collaborated with other editors to provide footnotes for numerous others.
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The Sassoon’s: Global Merchants Oct 20, 2022

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The Sassoon family was one of the richest families in the world in the 19th century, From a Baghdadi Jewish community to the dizzying heights of British aristocracy the Sassoons were an economic success story mirroring the fortunes of colonial Britian. Join me in conversation with Joseph Sassoon, author of The Sassoons: The Great Globbal Merchants and the Making of an Empire published by Pantheon Books.

As I Have Loved You Oct 12, 2022

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Want io understand why individualism does not work for human beings, familiies or communities? Want to understand how our individualistic understanding of our selves is not the turth? Join in Conversation with Father Timothy Vivarek, author of as I have Loved You. published by Emmaus Road Publishing. BE A RADICAL listen to this PODCAST!
You can read Father Timothy Vavarek's article on https://www.thecatholicthing.org/
Find Michele @michelemcaloon1

The Persecuted Oct 06, 2022

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Casey Chalk is one of the premier Catholic voices in the US today. Join me in conversation with Casey as we discuss his book, The Persecuted: The Stories of Courageous Christians Living Their Faith in Muslim Lands published by Sophia Institute Press.
You can find Casey at https://www.caseychalk.com/
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Islam and Christianity Sep 28, 2022

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One of my most interesting conversations yet! Join me as we discuss Islam in view of Christianity , with Dr David Pinault, author of The Crucifix on Meccas Front Porch (Ignatius Press) This is not an apology for Islam but an analytical view of Islam in order to better understand Christianity.
Dr Pinault is also the author of Providence Blue, a fictional tale of kenotic theology. Youn can listen to my interview here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1677349/9414830-providence-blue.mp3?download=true

The True England Sep 21, 2022

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Join me in conversation with Joesph Pearce, author of Faith of Our Fathers, A History of True England (Ignatius Press) as we talk about St Albin, Edward the Confessor, the Glastonbury thron tree, middle English and Shakespeare as a Catholic.
Find Michele on Twitter @MicheleMcAloon1.

Royalty and Russia Sep 13, 2022

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The family of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth is an integral part of the history of Europe. Join me in conversation as we talk about some of the Queens 20 th century family desendants . Two young girls Alexandra and Ella, ( who were also Prince Phillip's great aunts) of the royal Hesse family in Darmstadt Germany marry into the Russian royal family for love. They both come to a tragic end at the hands of Russian Bolsheviks. Authr Clare McHugh discusses her research on the lives and deaths of these two young royal women.
Clare McHugh is author of A Most English Princess, A novel of Queen Victoria's daughter.
Find Michele on twitter @michelemcaloon1.

Extra Terrestrial intelligence and Catholic Theology Aug 15, 2022

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If alien life is discovered on another planet or in another universe how woud they relate to us and God? Would they be marked by origninal sin like us? Would aliens need baptizing? join me in conversation with Dr Paul Thigpen author of ETI and Catholic Theology, published by Tan Books. Dr Thigpen traces the history of man's wandering about the existence of alien life. From the ancient Greek to the Foo Fighters humanity has always looked to the heavens and wondered who else may be in the universe. I BELIEVE! They are
out there!
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Shooting At Heaven's Gate Aug 04, 2022

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In a world without God can suffering and evil be understood? What makes a Mass Shooter? Kaye Park Hinkcley author of Shooting At Heaven's Gate explores these questions in her well written fictional story set in Alabama. Ms Hinkcley creates a crisp, poignant and sometimes humorous narrative in asking how does suffering and faith shape our lives. Summer Reading at its Best!
Find Kay's Book at https://chrismpress.com/

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