Growing the Family: Brett Surprises Father Dave and Krista With Pregnancy News
Busted Halo Show w/Fr. Dave Dwyer
Release Date: 01/12/2026
Should a Homily Be ‘Academic’?
Busted Halo Show w/Fr. Dave Dwyer
A listener named Brenda asks Father Dave about the content of a homily. “One Sunday, a priest was giving his homily and began to explain something. He added, ‘The homily should not be academic,’” Brenda says. “I thought that ‘academic’ meant ‘instructional.’ Am I wrong to think that it is fine for a homily to be teaching us something? I really appreciate it when the priest gives us background information such as common practices in biblical times. The more I can learn, the happier I am.”
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Father Dave Unpacks Tensions Between Pope Leo XIV and President Trump
Busted Halo Show w/Fr. Dave Dwyer
As the War in Iran continues, Church leaders including Pope Leo XIV have voiced strong messages for peace. This past Sunday evening, President Donald Trump posted about Pope Leo XIV on social media, who then aboard the papal plane on Monday. Father Dave unpacks what events led to these tensions and what the Church teaches about war.
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Practicing Resurrection: How to Live into the Easter Season With Laura Kelly Fanucci
Busted Halo Show w/Fr. Dave Dwyer
As we continue in the Octave of Easter, Father Dave welcomes speaker and author to discuss how we can celebrate all 50 days of this season. is the founder of “,” and her new devotional is called, “”
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‘Quirky Catholic Kids’: Support in Parenting Neurodivergent Children With Ginny Kochis
Busted Halo Show w/Fr. Dave Dwyer
We are all made in the image and likeness of God, and Father Dave welcomes author Ginny Kochis who ministers to Catholic families with neurodivergent children. Ginny’s provides practical support and prayerful encouragement to Catholic parents raising exceptional children, and her new book is called “.”
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Bringing Women of the Bible to Television With Filmmaker René Echevarria
Busted Halo Show w/Fr. Dave Dwyer
Father Dave welcomes veteran filmmaker and Catholic to discuss his latest project called “.” René is a television writer and producer best known for his work on “Star Trek,” “Castle,” “Dark Angel,” and more. “The Faithful” is a three-part series on Fox that centers on five well-known matriarchs of the Old Testament.
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What is the Exact Timeline of Events in the Gospels?
Busted Halo Show w/Fr. Dave Dwyer
A listener named Peg asks Father Dave about the Gospels. “While listening to or reading the Gospel readings during the Lenten season, I wonder about the actual time between the stories. Is it months, weeks or days? Can you help us understand the timeline?”
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The People of Hope: Catholic Charities USA President and CEO Discusses New Traveling Museum
Busted Halo Show w/Fr. Dave Dwyer
Service is a cornerstone of our Christian lives, and Father Dave welcomes Kerry Robinson, President and CEO of Catholic Charities USA, to discuss a new museum that showcases this virtue. “” is a traveling storytelling museum that highlights the impact of being present for others. The mobile museum begins its around the United States starting this week in New York City.
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Is It a Sin to Not Receive the Eucharist Every Sunday?
Busted Halo Show w/Fr. Dave Dwyer
A listener named Kelly asks Father Dave a question about receiving the Eucharist from lay ministers.
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Can You Receive Anointing of the Sick Multiple Times?
Busted Halo Show w/Fr. Dave Dwyer
A listener named Carol asks Father Dave about the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick. She says, “As someone with an autoimmune disease called lupus, every couple of months when the Anointing of the Sick is offered after Mass, I go up for the anointing. Am I abusing the Sacrament by doing this because I'm not critically ill?”
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Navigating Corporate America as a Black Catholic With Anthony P. Carter
Busted Halo Show w/Fr. Dave Dwyer
Father Dave welcomes Anthony P. Carter to discuss living out his faith throughout decades of work in corporate communications. Anthony worked in senior roles for two Fortune 100 healthcare companies as well as Chief Diversity Officer for Johnson & Johnson. He also served as press secretary for New York City Mayor David N. Dinkins and U.S. Congressman Edolphus Towns. He details these experiences and more in his new book, “.”
info_outlineIn an exciting Team Busted Halo announcement, Brett Siddell surprises Father Dave and Krista with news that his wife Brittany is expecting their first child. For more than 19 years, Brett has served the show in a variety of roles, including phone screener, producer, and now co-host. Father Dave, Brett, and Krista reflect on his growth over the years and excitement about becoming a father.