Father Norman

Today on The Stuudio, I sit down with my dear friend, Father Norman Simoneau — someone I’ve known for over 15 years and had the privilege of training, talking with, and sharing life with.Norman’s journey spans a lifetime of faith, service, and lived experience. From growing up in rural northern New Hampshire to becoming a friar and eventually a Catholic priest, his path has taken him across the country and even to the Vatican. But what stands out most isn’t just where he’s been — it’s who he is.In this conversation, we talk about faith, community, and the human side of ministry — including the struggles that often go unseen, like his battle with alcoholism. Norman also reflects on his time in Italy, the importance of compassion, and the lessons learned through decades of serving others.We also touch on aging with independence, the value of meaningful relationships, and close things out with a light-hearted lightning round that captures Norman’s humor and perspective.This is a real, honest conversation between two people who’ve shared a lot of life — and I’m grateful to share it with you.At The Stuudio, we believe in compassion, empathy, love, and laughter — and this episode embodies all four.New episodes of The Stuudio drop the first Monday of the month.If this conversation resonates with you, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share.