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    The Catholic Traveler Podcast

    Travel stories and planning from Mountain Butorac.

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    Sant'Agostino Feb 17, 2024

    On the fourth day of Lent we visit the basilica of Sant'Agostino.

    San Giorgio al Velabro Feb 15, 2024

    Day two of the new Rome Edition of the podcast, where I record on location. If you want more info about the station churches, I have articles and videos for them all on my website. Here's the link to today's church: https://thecatholictraveler.com/lenten-station-churches-of-rome/san-giorgio-al-velabro/

    Santa Sabina Rome Edition Feb 14, 2024

    Welcome back to The Catholic Traveler Podcast. I am recording a new take on the Lenten Station Churches, by recording the episode on location. We'll see how it goes!

    Live from our final night in Assisi Sep 12, 2021

    Today we are joined by Lori and David.

    Live from the Podcast Pilgrimage Sep 09, 2021

    We are live from Assisi speaking with a few of our travelers...
    Honey-Jo Kelly, John Nienaber, and Kathleen Garmany

    The Podcast Pilgrimage Day 0 Sep 07, 2021

    Our very first The Catholic Traveler Podcast Pilgrimage begins today.
    Joannie and Mountain got together this morning at a cafe to discuss pilgrimage prep.
    We plan to post daily updates from the pilgrimage with guests along the way.
    Be sure to follow us on Instagram too:
    https://www.instagram.com/joan.m.watson/
    https://www.instagram.com/thecatholictraveler/

    The Chosen in Rome Aug 12, 2021

    Joannie's YouTube Channel... Joan's Take on The Chosen
    To see behind the scenes pics and videos from the visit, check out my Instagram Stories.

    Saint Mary Magdalene Jul 22, 2021

    Relics and locations associated with today's feast.

    Rome Favorites Jul 16, 2021

    Today we talk about our favorites in Rome. Churches, coffee, bones, bells, views, and more!

    The Gelato Episode Jul 09, 2021

    Recorded while traveling, so please excuse the extra background noise.

    The Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul Jun 29, 2021
    Saint John the Baptist Jun 24, 2021

    From Ein Karem to Bethany Beyond the Jordan to Machaerus to Rome.

    Live from the First Post Pandemic Pilgrimage to Italy Jun 17, 2021

    Recording on the road today, so there were a few small audio issues. But you'll want to hear how things are going as we travel around Italy. And then you need to sign up for our podcast pilgrimage in September. Only a few spots left for that one.

    A Pilgrimage Announcement Jun 10, 2021

    We are bringing a small group to Rome and Assisi on our first The Catholic Traveler Podcast Pilgrimage to Italy.
    Here are the details:
    https://thecatholictraveler.com/catholic-pilgrimages/2021-09-07/

    Corpus Christi and Orvieto Jun 03, 2021
    Saint Philip Neri and the Seven Pilgrim Churches of Rome May 27, 2021
    An Intro to Siena May 20, 2021

    Saints, beautiful churches, a Eucharistic Miracle, and some amazing food.

    Joannie news, upcoming pilgrimages, and the time a pope got shot May 13, 2021

    Some links for Joannie's new adventure:
    https://joanmwatson.substack.com

    www.patreon.com/joanmwatson

    The Pontifical Swiss Guard May 06, 2021

    On May 6, 1527, 147 Swiss Guard lost their lives defending the Pope during the Sack of Rome. To commemorate that day, the new Swiss Guard are sworn in on May 6th each year. Today we talk about the Swiss Guard.

    An Intro to Relics Apr 29, 2021

    Today we discuss some of the history behind relics, what they are, and why they are important. We talk about some of our favorites and realize we both prefer second class.

    Aperol Spritz, Negroni, Prosecco, Wine, Limoncello, (Green) Sambuca, and Averna Apr 22, 2021

    Today we drink our way through an evening in Rome while mentioning a pope and a few cardinals along the way.

    The Return to Travel and Pope Benedict XVI Apr 15, 2021

    With some talk of tourism returning soon(ish), Joannie and Mountain talk about what that might look like. And as we approached the anniversary of Pope Benedict XVI's election, we have a few stories.

    A Pilgrimage Best Day Ever – Petra and the Wadi Rum Desert in Jordan Apr 08, 2021

    Back on our weekly schedule, we decide to take a break from Roman churches and take you somewhere completely different. Today we go to what many who travel with us call "a best day ever." Today we go deep into the Jordanian Desert to visit Petra, see some camels, and sleep in a tent.

    Little Easter, The Station Church Bracket, and a Lenten Review Apr 05, 2021

    Today we talk about Little Easter in Italy, Joannie's Lenten Station Church Bracket – which you compete in on her socials: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/joan.m.watson/) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/Joannie_Watson), and we talk about some things we learned on this virtual Lenten pilgrimage.

    Santa Croce in Gerusalemme and the Relics of the Passion Apr 02, 2021

    Today we explain why this church is called Holy Cross IN Jerusalem. We also discuss the relics of the Passion, how they survived 2000 years, and how they ended up here in Rome.

    Saint John Lateran and The Last Supper Apr 01, 2021

    Today's church has a relic from the Last Supper. We also talk about the Altars of Repose.

    Saint Mary Major Part II Mar 31, 2021

    Today we go inside the church and talk about golden ceilings, popes, saints, relics, artists, and icons.

    Santa Prisca Mar 30, 2021

    This church is dedicated to the protomartyr of the west. A woman the lions refused to kill. Today we visit Santa Prisca on the Aventine Hill.

    Santa Prassede Mar 29, 2021

    A sister church, thousands of martyrs, a powerful relic, and Coldplay.

    Saint John Lateran Part II Mar 28, 2021

    Today we go into the church, visit some popes and relics, and talk about some other random Lenten things.

    San Giovanni a Porta Latina Mar 27, 2021

    A church built where Saint John the Evangelist was boiled in oil.

    Santo Stefano Rotondo Mar 26, 2021

    One of Rome's most unique churches with some of Rome's most gruesome art.

    Sant’Apollinare – Mozart, Miracles, and the Mob Mar 25, 2021
    San Marcello and the Miraculous Crucifix Mar 24, 2021
    Santa Maria in via Lata Mar 23, 2021
    San Crisogono and Adventures in the Crypt Mar 22, 2021
    Saint Peter's Basilica and a controversial relic Mar 21, 2021
    San Nicolo in Carcere Mar 20, 2021

    Santa Claus In Prison?

    Sant’Eusebio Mar 19, 2021

    A priest who was starved to death. Saint Joseph. And some Cardinal stories.

    San Martino ai Monti Mar 18, 2021

    A church for those who love Church history.

    Saint Paul Outside the Walls Mar 17, 2021

    A favorite church.

    San Lorenzo in Damaso Mar 16, 2021

    Another church dedicated to Saint Lawrence.

    Santi Quattro Coronati – Lenten Station Churches of Rome Mar 15, 2021

    Today's church is located near the Colosseum, was home to several popes, and is dedicated to four Roman martyrs.

    Santa Croce in Gerusalemme (Part 1) Mar 14, 2021

    Today we discuss why your priest wore rose colored vestments today. We also discuss the history of this church and why it is where it is.

    Santa Susanna Mar 13, 2021

    The first American church in Rome. The first with pews. The first with electric lighting.

    San Lorenzo in Lucina Mar 12, 2021
    Santi Cosma e Damiano Mar 11, 2021

    Twin doctors who refused to die. And a church located in the heart of Ancient Rome.

    San Sisto Vecchio Mar 10, 2021

    An old church with a lot of history.

    Santa Pudenziana Mar 09, 2021

    One of the very first churches in Rome. Peter lived here and started his ministry in Rome here.

    San Marco – Lenten Station Churches of Rome Mar 08, 2021
    A church nearly every visitor to Rome sees, but doesn't visit. Today we talk about Saint Mark, a really old church, and the vial of darkness.
    San Lorenzo Fuori le Mura – Lenten Station Churches of Rome Mar 07, 2021
    Santi Marcellino e Pietro – Lenten Station Churches of Rome Mar 06, 2021
    One fo the first 25 churches in Rome, built to honor a priest and an exorcist you may have heard mentioned in the Eucharistic Prayer.
    San Vitale – Lenten Station Churches of Rome Mar 05, 2021
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    Santa Maria in Trastevere – Lenten Station Churches of Rome Mar 04, 2021

    We continue our daily show through Lent. Today we are in the heart of one of Rome's most popular neighborhoods, Trastevere.

    Santa Cecilia – Lenten Station Churches of Rome Mar 03, 2021

    Our daily Lenten pilgrimage through Rome continues today with a visit to the tomb of a favorite saint.

    Santa Balbina – Lenten Station Churches of Rome Mar 02, 2021

    This church is connected to another church we recently visited.

    San Clemente – Lenten Station Churches of Rome Mar 01, 2021
    Santa Maria in Domnica – Lenten Station Churches of Rome Feb 28, 2021
    Saint Peter's Basilica – Lenten Station Churches of Rome Feb 27, 2021
    Santi Apostoli – Lenten Churches of Rome Feb 26, 2021
    San Lorenzo in Panisperna – Lenten Station Churches of Rome Feb 25, 2021
    Saint Mary Major – Lenten Station Churches of Rome Feb 24, 2021
    Sant'Anastasia – Lenten Station Churches of Rome Feb 23, 2021
    An early Roman martyr, Saint Jerome's church, and perpetual adoration.
    San Pietro in Vincoli – Lenten Station Churches of Rome Feb 22, 2021

    Miraculous chains. Michelangelo’s best work. The Maccabees. And a lobster. Enjoy today’s Lent video!

    Saint John Lateran – Lenten Station Churches of Rome Feb 21, 2021
    Sant'Agostino – Lenten Station Churches of Rome Feb 20, 2021

    A new podcast every day of Lent. Join us in Rome as we focus on the Lenten Station Church of the day.

    Santi Giovanni e Paolo – Lenten Station Churches of Rome Feb 19, 2021

    A new podcast every day of Lent. Join us in Rome as we focus on the Lenten Station Church of the day.

    San Giorgio in Velabro – Lenten Station Churches of Rome Feb 18, 2021

    A new podcast every day of Lent. Join us in Rome as we focus on the Lenten Station Church of the day.

    Santa Sabina – Lenten Station Churches of Rome Feb 17, 2021

    A new podcast every day of Lent. Join us in Rome as we focus on the Lenten Station Church of the day.

    An Intro to the Lenten Station Churches Feb 16, 2021

    A new podcast every day of Lent. Join us in Rome as we focus on the Lenten Station Church of the day.

    Santa Maria sopra Minerva Feb 04, 2021

    This week we focus on one church, Santa Maria sopra Minerva.
    Be sure to visit the the page for this show to see the pics we reference:
    https://thecatholictraveler.com/episode-15/

    Comments and ratings in iTunes are a huge help. Thank you so much! 🧡

    TCT 014: Food Jan 28, 2021

    This week we talk about food. Some favorite restaurants and dishes in Rome.
    Be sure to visit the the page for this show to see the pics we reference:
    https://thecatholictraveler.com/episode-14/
    Comments and ratings in iTunes are a huge help. Thank you so much! 🧡

    TCT 013: Papal Events Jan 20, 2021

    Today we discuss Papal Events. Papal Audiences and Papal Masses and the fun experiences we've had.
    Be sure to visit the the page for this show to see the pics we reference:
    https://thecatholictraveler.com/episode-13/
    Comments and ratings in iTunes are a huge help. Thank you so much! 🧡

    TCT 012: The Pantheon Jan 14, 2021

    Today we discuss the Pantheon. What it is. What it was. Exciting things that happened there. Exciting things that used to happen there. It's connection with All Saints Day, and so much more!
    Be sure to visit the the page for this show to see the pics we reference:
    https://thecatholictraveler.com/episode-12/
    Comments and ratings in iTunes are a huge help. Thank you so much! 🧡

    TCT 011: Trastevere Jan 07, 2021

    Today we are in Trastevere. We talk about Santa Maria, Santa Cecilia, a blessed, a Bernini, and more.
    Visit https://thecatholictraveler.com/episode-11/ for pics from this episode.
    Subscribing via iTunes and a leaving five star rating really helps our new podcast. Thank you so much! 🧡

    TCT 010: The Apostles of Rome Dec 31, 2020

    This week we discuss the apostles in Rome. Did you know three apostles are buried in Saint Peter's Basilica? That trivia and more in the latest episode.
    Subscribing via iTunes and a leaving five star rating really helps our new podcast. Thank you so much! 🧡

    TCT 009: Bethlehem Dec 24, 2020

    This week we talk about Bethlehem.
    Subscribing via iTunes and a leaving five star rating really helps our new podcast. Thank you so much! 🧡

    TCT 008: Turning on the Lights of the Sistine Chapel Dec 17, 2020

    This week we talk about our experiencing opening the Vatican Museums, including the Sistine Chapel, with a pilgrimage group. We arrived before sunrise and accompanied the guys who hold the keys to the Museums. Along the way, we opened the doors to the galleries, turned on the lights, and saw things that are usually closed to the public. This episode was recorded in Trastevere with all the ambiance of church bells, cafe noises, and pedestrians. Enjoy!
    Subscribing via iTunes and a leaving five star rating really helps our new podcast. Thank you so much! 🧡

    TCT 007: Advent and the history of the crèche Dec 10, 2020

    This week we talk about the history of the crèche. We describe some of our favorites around Rome and some of our favorite advent traditions. Enjoy!
    Subscribing via iTunes and a leaving five star rating really helps our new podcast. Thank you so much! 🧡

    TCT 006: Saint Peter's Square and the Scavi Dec 03, 2020

    This week we tell you why Saint Peter's Basilica is where it is. We share some details on the piazza. We talk about the Scavi Tour and the discovery of Saint Peter's bones. And you get to hear lots and lots of bells. Enjoy!
    Watch Joannie's 3 Minute Theology on "Why Rome?"
    Subscribing via iTunes and a leaving five star rating really helps our new podcast. Thank you so much! 🧡

    TCT 005: The Borgo Nov 26, 2020

    This week we take you on a walk through our favorite Roman neighborhood. A neighborhood where Peter was crucified, archangels appeared over mausoleums, churches were moved, pyramids were leveled, and babies were dropped. This is the Borgo.
    Rating this in iTunes will be a huge help for this brand new podcast. Thanks so much!!! 🧡

    TCT 004: Saint Paul Outside the Walls Nov 19, 2020

    This week Joannie and Mountain take you to a favorite church, Saint Paul Outside the Walls. This was recorded live in the church. Enjoy the music! Also, rating this in iTunes will be a huge help for this brand new podcast. Thanks so much!!! 🧡

    TCT 003: Saint Mary Major and Nearby Churches Nov 12, 2020

    This week Joannie and Mountain talk about the basilica of Saint Mary Major, Santa Prassede, Santa Pudenziana, and Sant'Alfonso.
    This is part of our spontaneous podcast series where we decided to just start recording a podcast without any planning. There's no fancy intro, no sound effects or music, and only the iPhone mic was used. Don’t expect professional quality, but I think it will evolve into something great. Plus, you'll get to hear how it progresses over time.

    TCT 002: The Scala Santa Nov 05, 2020

    This week Joannie and Mountain talk about the Scala Santa.
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    After several years of discussing and planning a podcast, we (Mountain Butorac and Joannie Watson) very spontaneously decided to recorded the first podcast episodes on an iPhone in the breakfast room of Hotel Umbra in Assisi while leading a pilgrimage for the Diocese of Nashville.
    There were people all around us, people coming in and out of the room, and at one point the hotel owner was repairing something with a hammer.
    There's no fancy intro, no sound effects or music, and only the iPhone mic was used. Don’t expect professional quality, but I think it will evolve into something great. Plus, you'll get to hear how it progresses over time.

    TCT 001: The First Episode Oct 23, 2020

    After several years of discussing and planning a podcast, we (Mountain Butorac and Joannie Watson) very spontaneously decided to recorded the first episode on an iPhone in the breakfast room of Hotel Umbra in Assisi while leading a pilgrimage for the Diocese of Nashville.
    There were people all around us, people coming in and out of the room, and at one point the hotel owner was repairing something with a hammer.
    There's no fancy intro, no sound effects or music, and only the iPhone mic was used. Don’t expect professional quality, but I think it will evolve into something great. Plus, you'll get to hear how it progresses over time.

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