The Brooke Taylor Show

"LET'S ROLL" -final words of Flight 93 passenger Todd Beamer. On September 11, 2001, this phrase was heard like a megaphone throughout the world. It was the trumpet call of a hero. On this episode, the parents of Todd Beamer to share his story and to share their story of HOPE after loss. David Beamer talks about the life of his son, Todd, as well as final moments on Flight 93 and the incredible faith that has kept them going.  Don’t miss this special interview on the season premiere of The Brooke Taylor Show.

This episode is brought to you by Select International Tours and Cruises. Join Brooke on pilgrimage. Click here for more information.    Broadcasting from the Catholic Marketing Network trade show, Brooke sits down with Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers. Deacon Harold has been a fixture of Catholic evangelization for many years. On this episode, The Dynamic Deacon talks about everything from forgiveness and mercy, a personal story of healing with his father,marriage preparation for couples, favorite books and much more. 

This episode is brought to you by our sponsor, Select International Tours. Click here to see a list of upcoming pilgrimages with Brooke and Fr. John Michael Paul, CSJ.    Episode #231: Cathy Gilmore is spokesperson and conference coordinator for CMN -Catholic Marketing Network Momentum '21.  This premiere event is a can't-miss for anyone in ministry. Cathy gives us the full scoop. Click here to register for the conference.  Cheri Blomquist is the author of Before Austen Comes Aesop: The Children's Great Books and How to Experience Them. Her website is http://www.onceuponapen.studio/

This episode is brought to you by our sponsor, Select International Tours. Click here for details on upcoming pilgrimages. On this episode: Dr. Marie Hilliard, MS, MA, JCL, PhD, RN, DM. Dr. Hilliard is a Senior Fellow at the National Catholic Bioethics Center. Click here for the official site of the NCBC. Click here for the Children of God for Life website.  Click here for the seminar written by Dr. Marie Hillard on Recognizing the Gifts While Assuring Access to the Sacraments by Persons with Disabilities. Click here for CathMed.    

Dr. Peter Kreeft is one of the most respected and prolific authors of our time. Professor of Philosophy at Boston College, he has written 80 books on philosophy, theology and spirituality.  Dr. Kreeft's new book is entitled  How to Destroy Western Civilization and other Ideas from the Cultural Abyss. ' This episode is brought to you by Select International Tours. Click here to join Brooke on pilgrimage.   

Fr. Joseph Tuscan explains the history, beauty, and truth of the Latin Mass.  9:19- Why are more people attending Latin Mass? 10:45-Latin mass "Ancient Rite" ties to Saint Francis of Assisi 23:21-The significance of Ad orientem 29:40-Eucharistic ministers  32:22-Veiling 42:09-Caution against schism 53:44-Why the Latin vernacular?  1:04-Why pray the rosary This episode is brought to you by Select International Tours. Click here to join Brooke on pilgrimage.  Click here to learn more about Benedictus by Sophia Press.

Fr. Joseph Tuscan, OFM Cap. and Linda Isaiah join Brooke on location in Cleveland, OH from the Arise retreat. How do we change our pattern of thinking and allow God's peace to truly rein in our lives? How do we handle grief and suffering in our lives? Father Tuscan and Linda Isaiah discuss this, and more. 

Susan Brinkmann is a specialist on New Age Spirituality and the Occult. Sue is an author/journalist and Editor of Women of Grace Journal: For Daily Prayer & Reflection. Her latest book Fight Like a Catholic: Spiritual Warfare in the Catholic Tradition is available now.   Prayer to Our Lady: Tuus sum ego, salvum me fac (I am thine, Holy Virigin, save me).   This episode is brought to you by Select International Tours. Click here to join Brooke on pilgrimage.

On this episode: Resources for celebrating the sacred time of Holy Week and Easter Sunday. In this "best of" episode, Fr. Leo Patalinghug shares menu ideas in a fusion of faith and food.  Plus, tools and tips for making the most of the holy days leading up to the Feast of the Holy Resurrection.  Special thanks to our program sponsor, Select International Tours. Click here to join Brooke on pilgrimage. 

TRAVEL: What You Need to Know. In this episode Edita Krunic, founder and president of Select International Tours sits down to discuss the landscape of  global travel. Covering  travel expectations, inspiration, misinformation and preparation. Click here to learn more about the pilgrimages discussed on this episode.  Click here for Select to Give.

On this episode: A look at The Confession of Saint Patrick. Our favorite Irish monk, Brother Richard Hendrick is back on the show to look at the writing of Saint Patrick,  Click here for Brother Richard's poem, Lockdown.  Click here for the animated version of Lockdown. Click here to read the full text of The Confession of St. Patrick. Click here to join Brooke on pilgrimage.    Saint Patrick, pray for us!

On this episode: Journalist Bree A. Dail sits down for a candid discussion about the media.  Bree is a contributor to Newsmax, Lifesite News, and National Catholic Register. We talk about censorship, fake news, Big Tech, and finding truth in a "post-truth" media age. Thank you to Bree for joining us from Rome!    Thank you to our sponsor, Select International Tours. Click here to join Brooke on pilgrimage. 

On this episode: Chaldean priest and influencer, Fr. Simon Esshaki. Fr. Simon talks about Tik Tok -currently the fastest growing social media platform in the world. Father gives us a candid look at his his popularity on the app, how he navigates the negative comments, as well as the hopeful, inspiring feedback.   Special thanks to our sponsor, Select International Tours. Click here to join Brooke on pilgrimage. 

On this episode: Paul Darrow shares his story. At one point, over 90 percent of Paul's friends died of AIDS. Paul was an international male fashion model living a life of extraordinary decadence. He traveled all over the world, rubbing shoulders with some of the world's wealthiest and most influential people.  Then, an unlikely encounter with a nun wearing an eye patch changed his life forever.   Paul's story is about living and learning, grieving, healing, and the magnanimous mercy of God.    Click here to see the movie Desire of the Everlasting Hills Click here for Courage International.  Click here for EnCourage, a a ministry within Courage dedicated to the spiritual needs of parents, siblings, children, and other relatives and friends of persons who have same-sex attractions.   Click here to reserve a spot on pilgrimage (and save!) with Select International Tours. 

Welcome to a brand new season of the show! Thank you to our brand new sponsor, Select International Tours.Click here to learn how you can save $500 on pilgrimage per couple (or friend) *for a limited time.   On this episode, Dr. Charles McGuire talks about the history and beauty of chant in the Catholic church and how it relates to our Lenten journey. BONUS - Dr. McGuire curated a special playlist just for you! Click here to access the beautiful music.Click here for Dr. McGuire's playlist notes.   Enjoy the show? Please consider becoming a Podbean Patron. Click here for details. Thank you for your support! We love hearing from you. Feedback is always welcome at: TheBrookeTaylorShow@gmail.com