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Deadly Indifference Jul 08, 2021

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An interview with Eric Sammons, editor in chief of Crisis magazine, discussing his latest book Deadly Indifference (Crisis publications of Sophia Institute Press) We discuss why all religions are not the same and why forms of religious pluralism are actually heretical to Catholic belief.
You can fine Crisis Magazine at crisismagazine.com
You can follow Michele @ MicheleMcAloon1.

Follow the Frenchman! On the Lafayette Trail Jul 01, 2021

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A discussion with Julien Icher about the Lafayette Trail . The Marquis de Lafayette, French Aristocracy and American Revolutionary Hero returned to the United States in 1824, fifty years after the American Revolution. He traveled the United States pulling together a fractured country. The national celebrations for Lafayette helped to give a young country a new identity and sense of self. Mr Icher's organization the Lafayette Trail places markers where Lafayette visit and curates this historic moment in American history. You can learn more on lafayettetrail.com.
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The Rifle and The Greatest Generation Jun 24, 2021

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The M-1 Garand, the standard rifle for World War II Infantry man. becomes a microphone for the living members of the Greatest Generation. Join me in conversation with Mr. Andrew Biggio, US Marine, combat veteran and Massachusetts police officer, author of The Rifle: Combat Stories From America's Last WWII Veterans, Told Through an M1 Garand.. published by Regnery History. Mr. Biggio traveled the country to speak with over 200 living veterans from World War II. He shares with us their stories of war, deprivation, courage, and tenacity both on the battlefield and in the decades after the war. This show is dedicated to my father-in-law, Colonel James B. McAloon who was truly the very best of the Greatest Generation.
You can connect with Mr. Biggio's non profit to help wounded veterans Boston's Wounded Vet Run @ Theyfoughtweride.com.
This is my 20th episode. Let me know what you think of the show. michelem@archangelradio.com

Three Rogues n Gettysburg Jun 17, 2021

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Now more than ever it is necessary to speak about the US Civil War. Join Michele McAloon in a discussion with J. Geoffrey Barber, author of Three Rogues in Gettysburg., published by Milford House, an imprint of Sunbury Press. Mr. Barber has written a wonderful historical novel set in the aftermath of the Battle of Gettysburg. His detailed narrative brings to life the true difficulties and the conflicting emotions and realities of people caught in historical events. The complexity of the characters Mr. Barber has created reminds us, in an entertaining way, there is still much to learn about our nation and ourselves in studying the complex history of the Civil War. Highly recommend this book for a book club reading or even a young adult classroom. You can follow Michele on Twitter Michelem@MicheleMcAloon1.

Curious about Curiosity Jun 10, 2021

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Join me in a delightful interview about a delightful book as I talk to Professor F.H. Buckley about his new book Curiosity and Its Twelve Rules for Life. published by Encounter Books. It is a rollicking romp through the canons of Western history and culture as Professor Buckley explains the most curious thing about our common humanity is our sense of curiosity. With curiosity we live deep and meaningful lives, without curiosity we become less than human. The true tragedy of the 2020 pandemic was the muting of our curiosity.
You can follow me on twitter MicheleM@MicheleMcAloon1. If you have any questions, have written a book or if you are a reader with a suggestion for an author interview, please contact me.

The Unbroken Thread Jun 03, 2021

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To interview the author of one of the most currently talked about books today is always a great opportunity. To talk to an author who has written about the subject that Mr. Sohrab Ahmari has written about and the fact that his book is being so widely discussed in both conservative and liberal circles could be called a Providential moment! Join me in my conversation with Sohrab Ahmari about his book. The Unbroken Thread; Discovering the Wisdom of Tradition in an Age of Chaos published by Convergent Books of Penguin Random House

Rock and Roll and the founding of America May 27, 2021

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When Jimi Hendrix played the Star Spangled banner at Woodstock was he breaking tradition or displaying a distinctly American heritage created along the Eastern Shores of the Ohio River. Take a barge ride with Will Hoyt author of The Seven Ranges, Ground Zero for the Staging of America as he discusses the landmarks along the shores of our American history. You can purchase Mr. Hoyt's book from Front Porch Republic Books and other book sellers.

Everything is symbol or parable. May 20, 2021

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James Matthew Wilson, one of the foremost literary artists in America today talks about his beautiful book "The Strangeness of the Good," published by Angelico press. A poet and political philosopher, Dr Wilson talks about poetry in a way that is interesting and not intimidating. His landmark work, the Quarantine Notebook, is a true testament to the experience of the Corvid 19 lockdown. In decades to come readers will find his work as a literary testament to the world's response to the worldwide pandemic.
If you find poetry inaccessible, this is the podcast for you.

Gentlemen and Chivalry May 13, 2021

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This one book could save our society. A stunning interview with Brad Miner, author of The Compleat Gentleman; The Modern Man's Guide to Chivalry. Our nation was founded by gentlemen and to this day our country's very existence depends upon the gentlemen ideals of our founders. What is a gentlemen and why is that ideal so important, especially now in our history. Can the ancient ideals of chivalry form modern civilization? Why is being a gentlemen more than just behaving civilly but rather a path of perfection to attain. This is the self help book America needs now.

Charging the Sniper's Nest May 06, 2021

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There is no Finer Time to be a FAITHFUL Catholic. A great interview with Austin Ruse, author of Under Siege: There is No Finer Time To Be A Faithful Catholic ( Crisis Publication of Sophia Institute Press) Yes times are dark as Austin Ruse looks into the abyss of a morally decaying society. However, ready made halos abound. In these dark times , we have the opportunity to shine, to become saints, to charge the sniper's nest as we bring a message of love to a world so in need. This is the best pregame locker room talk you will have ever hear. Enemy snipers be ready ...the company of heaven is going in!!

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