On the U - College Catholic Podcast
by Steve Nelson
A podcast about the lives of college and university students from a Catholic perspective. We'll talk about everything from life on campus, life in the Church, campus ministry, or whatever is on your mind. Brought to you by campus minister, Steve Nelson and the students of the St. Philip Neri Newman Center at the University of Tulsa.
Episodes
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OTU #117 - Haiti: Music of the Children
Our trip to the SOLT Mission in Kobonal Haiti was a great success and a wonderful experience. In this first episode following our trip, Steve shares some of the music of the school children from the mission school. As a special treat, Steve ends the episode with a newly discovered "most annoying...
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OTU #116 - Haiti #0 - Clearing the Cobwebs and Getting Ready
Another episode! At last! But wait! What is this? Steve is hijacking the OntheU feed to post some special episodes about his upcoming trip to the SOLT Mission in Kobonal, Haiti! This episode is really just a test to see if he remembers everything he needs to know about recording and posting a...
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OTU #115 - Lessons from a Christmas Blizzard
In this episode, Steve gives his thoughts about celebrating Christmas in the midst of a blizzard. Working retail is hard! Learn about Steve's recent time working at the local Apple store. In a Good Student segment, we discuss preparations for the new semester by evaluating the last one and…
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OTU #114 - Xie Xie Maria
In this episode, Steve gives his thoughts on Freshman Loneliness and Homesickness. Also, Maria skypes in all the way from Xiamen, China to tell us about her year of studying abroad. Check out these links: www.secretsofflashforward.com Music in this episode is by Susan Teng, found on...
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OTU #113 - Helicopter Parents
In this episode, OntheU is celebrating its 3rd Anniversary! Yay! Our new "College 101" segment gives advice to helicopter parents who tend to hover over their students too much. In "Reflections from the 412," Steve talks about his daily commute and using that time for spiritual growth. Here are...
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OTU #112 - Teaching An Old Dog
In this episode, Steve goes back to graduate school as a "non-traditional" student, exploring the old adage about "teaching an old dog new tricks." In a "Good Student" segment, Steve discusses a list of what new students should pack when leaving for college for the first time. The "Question of...
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OTU #111 - We're On A Mission, Part 2
Steve and Eric wrap up their audio diary of their trip to Guatemala. In this episode, hear about the big soccer match between the short-term and long-term volunteers at the San Lucas Mission and visiting the old colonial city of Antigua. If you'd like to see some photos of our trip, you can check...
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OTU #110 - We're On A Mission, Part 1
This is a special "On the Road" episode of OntheU. This episode is Part 1 of an audio diary kept by Steve and his nephew Eric while visiting the San Lucas Mission in San Lucas Toliman, Guatemala. The San Lucas Mission is operated by the Diocese of New Ulm in Minnesota. It offers a number of...
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OTU #109 - Hi! I'm MAT
In this episode, Steve talks about the status of his graduate school application and taking the MAT - Miller Analogies Test. Steve also reports from last week's Catholic New Media Celebration in San Antonio. Listen to some on the scene interviews with podcasters and attendees of the conference....
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OTU #108 - The Once and Future Podcast
In this episode, Steve talks about the past and the future of this podcast. He also talks about returning to graduate school, the Year of the Priests, the International Twitter Campaign for Vocations, and Pat's new podcast. Prayers and best wishes for Emily & Jacob, and Kaitlin & Aaron, two…
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OTU #107 - Cemetery Lessons
In this episode, Steve talks to Whitney (Cookie Girl) about her trip to Poland for Easter. This will be our last report from Europe as Whitney's study abroad semester has ended! Steve takes you on a soundseeing tour of Tulsa's Calvary Cemetery and discusses some of the lessons to be learned…
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OTU #106 - A Student's View
In this episode, Steve and Scott talk about the Notre Dame controversy of inviting President Obama to speak at graduation. He tells us about the various student reactions and his prayerful plans to be involved. Since this is our Good Friday episode, we leave you with some meditative music from J....
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OTU #105 - On the Path
In this episode, Pat and Steve discuss a Question of Faith entitled "On the Path". Are you on the path that God has for you? Are you striving for the things in life that God wants for you? A great discussion for Lent. They also discuss Spring Break, the new SQPN Star Teams and the upcoming…
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OTU #104 - Lent: Prayer, Fasting and Almsgiving
In this episode, Pat and Steve talk about prayer, fasting and almsgiving during Lent. Is Lent all about "giving something up"? Pat is trying out a Lenten meditation called "In Converstation with God" by Francis Fernandez. Here's a link where you can find more information. In a new "good student"...
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OTU #103 - Happy Birthday Mr. Lincoln
In this episode, Aaron and Steve celebrate Abraham Lincoln's 200th Birthday! They also discuss tornadoes, early spring storms, Valentine's Day, Sexual Respectability Week, and USA vs. Mexico soccer. For more information about President Lincoln's birthday, check out these websites: Illinois…
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OTU #102 - From Tulsa to Vienna and Barcelona
In this episode, Whitney and Elizabeth begin their Semester Abroad studies. Steve talks with Whitney live over Skype from Vienna, Austria. Later, Elizabeth shares her first experiences of her time in Barcelona, Spain. If you'd like to know more about Elizabeth's time in Spain, you can check out…
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OTU #101 - Firefighter, Films and Festivities
Join Elizabeth, Will, Joseph and Steve as they talk about final exams, Joseph's new job as a volunteer firefighter, and St. Florian (seen above) - the patron saint of firefighters. We also talk about our favorite (and not so favorite films), and our family Christmas traditions. Thank you for...
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OTU #100 - Great Googley Moogley!
Join us as we celebrate episode #100! We talk about how we got to 100 episodes, things we're thankful for (including giraffes!), StoryCorps and the National Day of Listening, and more! Here are some links to stuff mentioned in this episode: StoryCorps National Day of Listening "Podcasting for...
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OTU #99 - The Pat and Louisa Show
In this episode, we present two special interviews. First, Steve has a late night chat with co-host Pat Padley. They talk about filming football games, praise and worship nights, and movies. Here are a couple of movie review links: USCCB Office for Film and Broadcasting Yahoo! Movies Later Louisa...
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OTU #98 - Flag Football & Presidential Pooches
In this episode Aaron and Jordan join Steve to discuss voting in the presidential election, winning the campus' co-rec flag football championship, the hoopla involved with choosing the next White House dog, and anticipating Thanksgiving. What are YOU thankful for? Let us know and be a part of our...
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OTU #97 - Smorgasbord
Aaron and Whitney join Steve for a "smorgasbord" episode. We talk about a bunch of different things including the Tulsa Run, Route 66 Marathon, the impact of the economic turmoil on students, Halloween, Wii Music, Rock Band, and guitar playing. Here are some related links: Tulsa Run Route 66...
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OTU #96 - Haec Est Domus Domini
In this episode, Mike Malcom of Tulsa's Holy Family Cathedral takes Steve on a behind-the-scenes tour of the cathedral and the on-going renovations. Learn more about Holy Family Cathedral by visiting their website or by viewing this video. Thanks for listening! Please send feedback by calling...
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A podcast about the lives of college and university students from a Catholic perspective. We'll talk about everything from life on campus, life in the Church, campus ministry, or whatever is on your mind. Brought to you by campus minister, Steve Nelson and the students of the St. Philip Neri Newman Center at the University of Tulsa.
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