November 11, 2009

Episode 10:

Peter J. Casarella, Ph.D. and Thomas O'Brien, Ph.D.

This was a discussion of the encyclical by Pope Benedict XVI entitled “Caritas In Veritate,” or “Charity in Truth.”

Octorber 8, 2009

Episode 9:

Sr. Patricia Connolly, D.C. Daughters of Charity United Nations Representitive.

The interview focused on Sr. Pat's past 47 years as a Dughter of Charity, her present position at the United Nations, and the work of the Daughters of Charity around the world.

September 1, 2009

Episode 8:

Mary McGuinness, Lead Training Specialist - Human Resources, DePaul University.

The conversation focused on an article in the Vincentian Heritage called, "'There is Great Charity But...' Vincent de Paul and the Organization of Charity," by Thoman Fuechtmann, Ph.D. Mary also talked about Vincent de Paul as a leader and an organizer, as well as appreciative inquiry as an organizational developmental process.

July 10, 2009

Episode 7:

Deacon Eugene B. Smith,Executive Director Seton Institute

The conversation focused on Deacon Smith’s extensive work in developing countries, as described in Seeds of Hope: Stories of Systemic Change, his leadership in the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, and the Society’s founder, Blessed Frederic Ozanam.

June 10, 2009

Episode 6:

Dr. Marco Tavanti,Chair of the International Public Service (IPS) Graduate Program, and Rev. Craig Mousin,University Ombudsperson and faculty member in the School of Law.

The conversation focused on the special publication of Vincentian Heritage Journal Vol. 28, No. 2, 2008 titled What Would Vincent Do? Vincentian Higher Education and Poverty Reduction.

May 22, 2009

Episode 5:

Fr. Robert Maloney, C.M., PhD,23rd Superior General of the Congregation of the Mission (1992 to 2004).

The discussion focused on Fr. Maloney’s work with Project DREAM and other systemic change initiatives of the Vincentian Family, as described in Seeds of Hope: Stories of Systemic Change.

April 3, 2009

Episode 4:

Fr. James Halstead O.S.A., Ph.D., S.T.D., Associate Professor and Chair of the Religious Studies Department and Mark Laboe,Associate Vice President for University Ministry.

The discussion focused on the Catholic understanding of work, as articulated in Laborem Exercens, and how this perspective shapes a Catholic University’s self-understanding.

March 4, 2009

Episode 3:

Fr. Guillermo Campuzano, C.M., Chaplain for Community Service in University Ministry at DePaul University.

An interview with Fr. Campuzano who has worked extensively in developing countries lecturing and teaching on formation. He advises the Chicago Archdiocesan project for Latino young people and helps other dioceses in the formation process of Latino leaders.

February 9, 2009

Episode 2:

Rev. Mark Pranaitis, C.M., Ph.D.,associate provost for DePaul University and chair of DePaul University’s Board of Members (1999-present).

An interview with Fr. Pranaitis who earned a Ph.D. from Benedictine University in Organization Development and authored a dissertation entitled “Using Stewardship to Create a Virtuous Organizational Culture: Making the Case for Organizational Generosity.” The conversation began with a discussion of his article “Wherever your treasure lies, there also will your heart be,” Vincentian Heritage Journal vol 19, issue 1 (1998)

January 30, 2009

Episode 1:

Siobhan O'Donoghue, Associate Director for Community Service, and Karl Nass, Project Manager, Faith and Civic Engagement (FACE) in University Ministry at DePaul University.