The Logos Broadcast

In this episode John Waters discusses his second book, Race of Angels. This work published in 1994 is about U2 and their fitting into a tapestry of particularly Irish cultural phenomena that John says was essential, and not incidental, to their formation and success. The story of U2 has run alongside some of the most drastic technological and cultural changes that have ever taken place. Race of Angels explores the effects that some of these changes have had on how we interact with each other and with reality, with reference to the work of media theorists and philosophers such as Marshall McLuhan and Umberto Eco. Ireland’s experience of the postcolonial condition is something that John also goes into, drawing substantially on the work of Franz Fanon.With the benefit of thirty more years of hindsight and experience, in this interview John has a fresh opportunity to reflect on what these thinkers were saying.While being a vocal critic of what is called the ‘establishment,’ John notes that the cultural landscape of the ‘resistance movement’ is also quite unsatisfactory, lacking vision and inspiration; these cultural problems must be addressed if solutions to Ireland’s political problems are to be found.

In this episode I am joined by somewhat regular guests Graham Canton and Philip Swanson, two Orthodox Christians from the American South.On first glance, it would appear that modern cities symbolise the end of traditional ways of life. However, Graham notes the ironic reality that cities have ended up actually satisfying many of the human needs that were fulfilled in more rural, or smaller scale, settlements. This is largely because motor cars have so drastically interrupted so much of human interaction almost everywhere - except in very dense population centres.Philip also notes that his first experience of so called 'traditional community' came during his time in the Bronx in New York City, and later elaborates on some of the things that he says are necessary to make the pipe dream of homesteading possible.We go on to explore how to distinguish between authentic communities and cults.Towards the end of the conversation Philip discusses what it is that makes an agricultural lifestyle more conducive to integrated religious worship. Finally, Graham and Philip object to the use of the term 'natural religion' and what this implies, with reference to St Maximus the Confessor's doctrine of the Logoi.-------------------------------------------------[20th December 2024]Hello,This YouTube channel began several years ago with an emphasis on interviews with prominent people in Irish life. Since then, the interviews on the channel have included more religion-adjacent conversations.Also, in the last couple of years, I have started performing and recording music, some of which is available on the channel.Since starting the channel in 2019, I have aspired to produce this material full time and for a living. The fundraising page linked below is the next step in making this possible.Thank you very much for your consideration, and regardless of whether or not you contribute financially, I hope you continue to enjoy the channel.Le gach dea-ghuí,Fergushttps://gofund.me/67c4179d

Amateur religious scholar Philip Swanson discusses the origin of religious worship.We lean on an episode of 'The Lord of Spirits' podcast entitled 'Eating with the Gods' (https://www.ancientfaith.com/podcasts/lordofspirits/eating_with_the_gods/)We were interrupted by the arrival of Graham Canton and the conversation subsequently changed direction.More to follow...

Fr Noel Barber SJ Member of Milltown Jesuit Community Honorary Fellow, NCI Co-Editor of 'The Collected Works of Gerard Manley Hopkins Volume V: Sermons and Spiritual Writings' Formerly: Headmaster of Belvedere College SJ Headmaster of Gonzaga College SJ Editor of 'Studies' Journal

With Graham Canton & Philip Swanson 0:00:25 Taking Up Farming to Connect with Reality 0:03:20 The Liberty to Have Dreams 0:07:58 The Surrender of Sleep 0:15:47 Living in Conformity with the Church Calendar 0:23:47 Disengaging from the Political System 0:33:48 When the State Replaces God 0:48:43 Is Monarchy the Best Form of Government 0:54:05 Work as Church for Boomers 1:00:30 Why Don't We Feast on Feast Days? 1:06:05 What Does 'Catholic' Actually Mean? 1:11:40 The Merits of Anglicanism 1:18:14 What Now?

With Graham Canton & Philip Swanson Graham’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4UdrLQG_LQSThKz4rfXHmg fergusorourke.substack.com

PLEASE SHARE THIS PODCAST. THANKS. With Philip Swanson and Graham Canton, two fledgling scholars and practitioners of Christianity. Graham's Substack: https://ironogeist.substack.com/ Philip's wife's Substack: https://kathleenswanson.substack.com/ Graham's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4UdrLQG_LQSThKz4rfXHmg

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#33 - Materialism, Giants and Demons, with Graham Canton & Philip Swanson

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0:20 - Who is Marie Louise O'Donnell? 10:10 - Reek Sunday, Croagh Patrick, 2020 - John's Protest and the Catholic Church's Response to the Pandemic 23:36 - The Power of Loneliness 25:14 - What Will Replace Religion? 31:00 - Possible Positive Effects of the Pandemic? 34:38 - Conspiracy? 37:02 - Marie Louise's Son's Experience as a Doctor 41:35 - Causes of Death, Strain on the System 48:29 - Borders, Garda Commissioner's New Powers, "The Irish Are Lawless" 55:15 - Where are the Media? 57:50 - Training Journalists - How Should it be Done? 1:10:06 - The Power of Voice 1:14:44 - "The Most Appalling Creation the World has Ever Seen" 1:16:05 - Writing for the Page (As Opposed to the Screen) 1:28:47 - RTÉ, Irish Television 1:39:59 - The Broadcasting Charge 1:47:15 - The Water Charges Protests of 2014 and 2015 1:53:45 - Jiving at the Crossroads 2:00:44 - The Vaccine 2:02:22 - John's Election Bid 2:08:16 - Marie Louise Tells John to Become a Senator 2:12:12 - The Denial of Death 2:17:28 - Patrick Kavanagh 2:21:33 - "The Flash" in Kavanagh's Poetry 2:23:33 - Marie Louise Reads 'Advent' by Patrick Kavanagh 2:30:52 - John and Marie Louise Write a Play? 2:32:42 - The Absence of Ideology in Irish Art 2:34:54 - "The Theatre is Dead" 2:37:43 - John and the Church 2:40:18 - A Moral Inversion

Fr. Mike Kelleher discusses segregation in the South, and tells the story of the devastation wrought by Hurricane Katrina, and his subsequent efforts to integrate two faith communities in Pascagoula, Mississippi. Fr. Michael Kelleher was born in County Limerick in 1941, ordained as a priest in 1965, and ministered to the people of the Catholic Diocese of Biloxi for fifty five years. Fr. Mike, as he was affectionately known, left a huge legacy on the 'sleepy little town of Pascagoula' (to quote the Ray Stevens song, which is worth a listen by the way), and was loved by all who knew him. His role in uniting two of Pascagoula's Catholic churches, one Black and one White, in the aftermath of the disaster that was Hurricane Katrina, was one of the highlights of his time in Pascagoula. On 29th September 2019, a special mass was celebrated at St. Peter the Apostle (African-American) Catholic Church where Fr. Mike was especially thanked for the support he provided to that parish community over the span of the couple of years following Katrina, over a decade previously. The new church building at St. Peter's had just been completed, fourteen years on from Katrina. This interview was recorded on 3rd November, 2019 at Fr. Mike's house in Pascagoula, a stone's throw from Sacred Heart Catholic Church, from where he retired as pastor in 2019. Fr. Mike died in February 2020 following a short illness. May he rest in peace.

Fr. Michael Kelleher was born in County Limerick in 1941, ordained as a priest in 1965, and ministered to the people of the Catholic Diocese of Biloxi for fifty five years. Fr. Mike, as he was affectionately known, left a huge legacy on the 'sleepy little town of Pascagoula' (to quote the Ray Stevens song, which is worth a listen by the way), and was loved by all who knew him. His role in uniting two of Pascagoula's Catholic churches, one Black and one White, in the aftermath of the disaster that was Hurricane Katrina, was one of the highlights of his time in Pascagoula. On 29th September 2019, a special mass was celebrated at St. Peter the Apostle (African-American) Catholic Church where Fr. Mike was especially thanked for the support he provided to that parish community over the span of the couple of years following Katrina, over a decade previously. The new church building at St. Peter's had just been completed, fourteen years on from Katrina. This interview was recorded on 3rd November, 2019 at Fr. Mike's house in Pascagoula, a stone's throw from Sacred Heart Catholic Church, from where he retired as pastor in 2019. Fr. Mike died in February 2020 following a short illness. May he rest in peace.

George Hook in full flight.

Former Chief News Correspondent and former Washington Correspondent for RTÉ, Ireland’s national broadcaster. Eight years on from retirement following thirty eight years in the public arena, Charlie has recently returned to national prominence as an advocate for people over 70 - he’s now 71 - during lockdown.

For the months of November, December and January 2021, I am seeking your help to raise $212.97  This is to pay for Zoom and Squarespace subscriptions.  Zoom: $54.99 x 3 = $164.97 Squarespace: $16 x 3 = $48  Go raibh míle maith agat.  GoFundMe link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-logos-broadcast-with-fjm-3-months039-overheads?utm_source=customer&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_campaign=p_cf+share-flow-1

The son of two Holocaust survivors who escaped to New York in the 1940s, Marty Nemko is an author, career specialist and education expert. He has written over 3,000 articles on a wide range of subjects, for publications such as Time Magazine, The Atlantic and Psychology Today. Marty's way of approaching the world is practical, but often unusual. He shared plenty of wisdom, and some opinion (!), during this conversation. He writes articles every day and you can find his YouTube videos by searching his name. Time stamps approximate; based on YouTube video which is slightly out of sync with podcast version 00:00:30 - Marty's Father, Antisemitic Attacks on his Store 00:03:05 - Two Ways that Holocaust Survivors Deal with Their Past 00:04:44 - Odd Jobs, the Worthiness of Work 00:07:00 - A Typical Day 00:09:19 - Cutting Through the BS, the Biggest Lie in America 00:13:51 - How Much Directness Can They Take? 00:15:32 - Why are Jews so Successful? 00:21:06 - How to Address Inequality 00:23:42 - Andrew Yang, Automation, Universal Basic Income 00:30:50 - What Colleges and Graduate Schools Don't Want You to Know 00:36:54 - The World Catches Up with America 00:39:54 - Why and How to Get a Mentor 00:42:56 - Unconventional Ways to Seek Jobs 00:46:35 - Procrastination 00:49:38 - Marty's Stint in Broadcasting 00:52:03 - Reliable Sources 00:55:05 - Gender Pay Gap 00:58:45 - A Life Well Led; What Would Marty Have Done Differently?

00:00:06 - Election 2020; More to the Story? 00:02:54 - John's Observations from Tuesday Night 00:10:35 - The Real Story from this Election 00:11:41 - Draining the Swamp 00:12:53 - This Election's Irregularities 00:16:25 - Steve Bannon 00:24:12 - Trump and Minorities 00:35:12 - George Floyd Death Aftermath 00:38:56 - Doublethink Regarding Protesting 00:41:58 - Cuomo's Strange Order 00:45:30 - Gemma O'Doherty Handcuffed, Ireland's Ad Hoc Generation of Laws 00:54:25 - Constitutions, Common Law, "Government by Decree" 00:59:09 - The Right to Bear Arms 01:06:35 - Mainstream and Alternative Media 01:14:56 - Destructive Heroism 01:18:09 - The Conversations that Should have Happened but Never Happened 01:19:44 - Charlie Haughey Caught Off Guard in 1984

Please consider speeding this video up to 1.5, 1.75 or 2x regular speed. It won’t take as long... but that’s up to you course.  What on earth is happening in America?  In this video I share my two cents. But as a friend of my brother once wisely cautioned: “everyone will give you their two cents, but no one’s going to give you the dollar!”  Take this video with a pinch of salt. I hope that you find it helpful in understanding America, even if only a tiny bit.  While the video is about America, it is mainly intended for an Irish audience. Go raibh maith agat

Today I spoke to Ray D'Arcy on RTÉ Radio 1, a day on which the American people will decide who will lead the executive branch of government for the next four years.

0:00:06 - John’s Book about U2, ‘Race of Angels’ 00:14:07 - When U2 Come to Ireland 00:16:41 - Meeting Bono 00:22:03 - Bono’s Causes - for the Good? 00:31:20 - Kevin’s Praise for the Elevation Tour 00:34:01 - Bono’s Association with George W. Bush 00:41:00 - When U2 Became Cool 00:46:20 - 2002 Super Bowl Halftime Show 00:50:26 - “Great Art is Always Prophetic” 00:55:50 - Stephen Recalls Special Concerts 01:01:27 - U2's Politics, Evolution 01:11:18 - Who is Stephen O'Regan? 01:19:21 - Life in Lisbon at the moment 01:22:17 - Kevin on the Front Lines 01:26:10 - The Music Industry at the Moment 01:29:30 - The Role of Rock and Roll 01:31:57 - Panic 01:39:39 - Is there still a place for U2 in the world? 01:43:18 - The Vaccine 01:46:55 - The Absence of Discussion 01:49:17 - Kevin's on the US Election 01:54:05 - Stephen on the US Election 01:55:53 - Hugh O'Regan 01:59:14 - John's Conclusion 02:04:44 - Stephen Recommends...

Featuring: - Live Music from Peter Richardson - GAA News and Analysis from Brian Barry, Sky Sports GAA Editor - Former Senator Marie-Louise O'Donnell on Covid-19 and the Elders, US Election, the Arts

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Interview first shared on YouTube 23rd April 2020 Before establishing All Sports Recruitment Mark spent his final year as a college coach at Auburn University.  Mark came to Auburn from the University of North Florida, where he was head coach of the men’s program for the past four seasons (2014-17), winning the Atlantic Sun tournament or regular season title three times.  Before North Florida, Mark spent five years at Memphis, helping them become one of the Top 20 teams in the nation. He was an assistant coach at Memphis for his first four years (2009-12) before being elevated to associate head coach prior to the 2013 season.  Mark played Division I tennis at both Georgia Southern and Memphis. While at Georgia Southern, he was named the 2002 Southern Conference Freshman of the Year, all-conference and the team’s MVP. Before leaving to go on a scholarship to the states, he represented Ireland as a Junior Olympian.

Guests: - Fr Jim Corkery SJ, Theology Professor at the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome - Fr Peter Sexton SJ, Catholic Chaplain at Trinity College Dublin - Graham C, 19 year old Catholic from the US. - Drive-thru confession - Cardinal Cupich on the power of prayer - Abortion (American and Irish context) - Right wing American Catholics - Pope Francis - Transubstantiation and more 00:00:45 - Discussion starts 00:39:29 - Fr Corkery SJ leaves, Fergus and Graham remain 01:07:20 - BREAK 01:12:58 - Fr Sexton SJ joins the party

Eddie Lenihan is an Irish author, storyteller, lecturer and broadcaster. He is one of the few practising seanchaithe remaining in Ireland. He has been called "one of the greatest of Irish story-tellers" and "a national treasure".

"He's the most blindingly brilliant pundit of all time" - The Guardian

I interviewed Irish Senator Marie Louise O'Donnell in January 2020. This was my favourite interview so far.

Marie Louise O'Donnell tells a funny story about the reaction to her statement in the Seanad (Irish Senate) about the possibility of lowering the voting age to 16. She spoke strongly against such a move, and faced fierce criticism from both inside and outside the Seanad as a result of her remarks.

Eamon Ryan is the leader of the Green Party in Ireland. The General Election takes place on Saturday 8th February, 2020.  He is running in the Dublin Bay South constituency.  Eamon graciously agreed to talk to me while on the train from Cork to Dublin. I was lucky to steal a few minutes with him in the midst of a lively, busy campaign. I hope to get him again in the future and have a more lengthy conversation!

John Waters is running for Election on Saturday 8th February, 2020 for Anti-Corruption Ireland along with Gemma O'Doherty. Our conversation was long, at times heated, and consistently intense. [email protected]

John Waters is running for Election on Saturday 8th February, 2020 for Anti-Corruption Ireland along with Gemma O'Doherty. Our conversation was long, at times heated, and consistently intense. [email protected]

Former Irish Minister for Education Mary Hanafin has always lived an intensely political life. We spoke about what she has done since losing her Dáil seat in 2011, recent social change in Ireland, her role in Fianna Fáil, her relationship with Micheál Martin, and the need for recent youth activism to translate into more consistent and committed engagement with the established political system. I think it was a pleasant interview, and I enjoyed talking to my former local TD. She hopes to win election again in Dún Laoghaire in 2020.

Sports journalist Brian Barry joined me to talk about the last decade in Irish sport. His own work is focused on the GAA, but in our interview he effortlessly displayed his wealth of knowledge across a breadth of sporting disciplines. Brian discussed the top moments from 2010-19 in Irish soccer, Gaelic football, hurling, rugby, cricket, golf, boxing and of course, Conor McGregor. Brian also told me about his own career, and what it's like to be a journalist in today's volative media environment.

Victoria White is a Dublin-based writer in fact and fiction. She is also an environmental activist who wants to green the face of feminism. I thoroughly enjoyed our lively interview. I hope to do another in the future.

“Feisty journalist-at-large. Full-time flibbertigibbet. Sporadic strumpet. Can be found in media scrums, proper pubs and the occasional mosh-pit.” So reads the Twitter bio of Irish journalist and political commentator, Lise Hand. Lise is great fun. Her witty and thought-provoking contributions are often heard on Irish radio and television.

22nd Nov 2019: I was interviewed by RTÉ's Ray D'Arcy. We spoke about how I met Joe Biden, and about my parents' broadcasting.

Economist Michael Kenny discusses the significance of John Maynard Keynes, US History, the 2020 Presidential Race, and Political Pragmatism.

Gay Byrne RIP. Seán O'Rourke has worked in RTÉ for 30 years. He currently presents the Today with Seán O'Rourke show every weekday morning on RTÉ Radio 1. O'Rourke's wife Caroline Murphy was a researcher for Gay Byrne's radio show and has since retired from RTÉ after 24 years of public broadcasting.

Some love him, some hate him. Few know him. John Waters spent 35 years in Irish journalism, for 24 of which he wrote for the Irish Times. That all came to an end in 2014. John tells his side of the story in his most recent book, 'Give Us Back the Bad Roads'. [email protected]

Some love him, some hate him. Few know him.  John Waters spent 35 years in Irish journalism, for 24 of which he wrote for the Irish Times. That all came to an end in 2014. John tells his side of the story in his most recent book, 'Give Us Back the Bad Roads'. [email protected]