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.

Here's the Catholic iPhone application commercial that Dr. Paul Camarata put together. It's a bit of a spoof, but well done!




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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 couples getting married in June.

Check out these sites mentioned in this episode:

Year for Priests - USCCB.
International Twitter Campaign for Vocations
Catholic Under the Hood Podcast
Catholic Moments Podcast and Catholicmom.com
In Between Sundays

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Pray the Rosary

Pat sent me the link to an awesome YouTube video encouraging young people to pray the rosary. It looks like it's been around for a year, but it's worth watching anytime. You should watch it. You should pray it. Enjoy!

Catholic New Media Celebration - Promo Video

Mac and Katherine Barron of the "Catholic In A Small Town" show have produced a quirky but effective video promo for the upcoming CNMC. Watch this video and allow yourself to be moved to attend! Check out celebration.sqpn.com for conference information!

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 there.

Music in this episode is from the album Curandero by the group Curandero, from www.magnatunes.com.

Come to the 2nd Annual Catholic New Media Celebration in San Antonion, TX on June 27th. Get all the information at celebration.sqpn.com

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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. S. Bach's Mass in B minor.

This music can be found at www.magnatune.com:
Mass in B minor - J.S. Bach, by American Bach Soloists.

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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 Catholic New Media Celebration. Check out these links for more information:

Star Teams
Catholic New Media Celebration - June 27th

The annual SQPN Giving Campaign is going on now! If you enjoy what SQPN offers and you wish to help spread the word about Catholic New Media, donate to SQPN by clicking here.

Music in this episode is from the album "A Celtic Celebration" by Da Camera on magnatunes.com.

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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" segment, they discuss a new study from SUNY-Fredonia that suggests that listening to podcast lectures may be better than attending class! If you'd like to read the article, here it is.

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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 Abraham Lincoln Bicentennial Commission
Lincoln 200 Years - C-SPAN

Check out U.S. Soccer by clicking here.

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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 her blog/vlog at elizabethdoeseurope.blogspot.com.

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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.

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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 Dummies" at amazon.com

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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 Pittman, the Accidental Archeologist, talks with Steve about her grad school adventure in England. Be sure and check out the Accidental Archeologist website and podcasts by clicking here.

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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.

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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 Marathon
Wii Music
Rock Band

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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.


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OTU #95 - Monarchs and Fountains

In this episode, Elizabeth and Steve stroll the University of Tulsa campus discussing monarch butterflies, new fountains on campus, the ongoing financial turmoil, football, and Elizabeth's plan to study abroad in Barcelona.

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OTU #94 - 40 Days For Life

Will, Whitney and Steve catch up on a lot of current topics, including:

Homecoming & Street Painting
40 Days for Life Program to end abortion
The New Facebook
More Seminarians at the Pontifical North American College
Campus Security

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OTU #93 - Christ in the Desert

In this episode, Steve continues his soundseeing tour from his recent vacation in New Mexico.

Part 1 was recorded 750 feet below the surface in the Carlsbad Caverns National Park. A fantastic place to visit, especially for a geologist like Steve! Explore photos of his visit by following this link: photos.

Part 2 reports on Steve's stay at the Christ in the Desert Monastery, near Abiquiu, New Mexico. This is a wonderful place for retreat, located at the bottom of a canyon 15 miles off the nearest highway. See photos at this link: photos.

For more information about either of these places, see these links:

Carlsbad Caverns National Park
Christ in the Desert Monastery

Music in this episode was "Happy Memories" from Embodiment by Patrick Padley. For more information about this album, click here.

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OTU #92 - Cookie Girl

We're celebrating our 2nd Anniversary as a podcast with the world premiere of Whitney's song, "Cookie Girl."

Join Whitney, Will and Steve as they discuss the beginning of another year in college. They discuss the growing problem of bed bugs in college residence halls and apartments.

Whitney and Will also give their advice to students on the problem of freshman drinking.

For more information on these topics, have a look at these links:
Bed Bugs at College
Dumpster Diving - explanation
Underage Drinking

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OTU #91 - Wildlife, Texas Tech and Hometowns

In this episode, Steve begins his roadtrip retreat/sabbatical. Join him as he tours the Wichita Mountains National Wildlife Refuge in Lawton, OK; visits Texas Tech University in Lubbock; and visits his birthplace and old hometown of Hobbs, New Mexico.

If you'd like to see more photos of this part of his roadtrip, check out his Picasa photo album:

Roadtrip_01

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OTU #90 - Lighthouses, Olympics and Sabbaticals

Pat is in town this weekends and drops by for Episode #90. Listen to his soundseeing excursion to the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse in North Carolina.

Steve and Pat also share what it's like being an Olympic-aholic. How are you handling all the excitement?

In our Feedback section, Paul from New York asks us about starting a student organization on his campus.

OntheU is going on the road once again! In our next few episodes, join Steve as he takes a sabbatical/walkout in Texas, New Mexico and Colorado. Stay tuned as we head toward episode number 100!

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OTU #89 - Back to School Jitters and Gettin' Hitched

Will and Lee join Steve in the studio to discuss back to school jitters. Will will be a sophomore this year and he shares his thoughts on what it's like returning to school after the long summer break.

Lee has reached the age when many of his friends are starting to get married. The group shares thoughts about post college life.

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OTU #88 - On the Road: St. James Academy, Lenexa Kansas

Elizabeth, Pat and Steve catch up after a short break in podcasting!

Our friend Nick Padley gives Steve a soundseeing tour of St. James Academy, a new diocesan high school in Lenexa, KS, just outside of Kansas City. This is a marvelous school known not only for its Catholicity, but also its innovative use of art, Scripture, and new technology.

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Be sure and check out the other great Catholic podcasts at www.sqpn.com.

Look for the OntheU group on Facebook, or join Steve in the communities at www.twitter.com or www.plurk.com.

Links mentioned in this episode:

St. James Academy
Catholic Moments Podcast
Secrets of Battlestar Galactica Podcast

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OTU #87 - On the Road: Atlanta

In this episode, Pat and Steve recap their experiences at the Atlanta Eucharistic Congress and the SQPN Catholic New Media Celebration.

Pat, Steve and Pat's brother Nick, do some soundseeing around downtown Atlanta, visiting the CNN Center, Olympic Centennial Park and the World of Coca Cola. Later, the gang hangs out in the Exhibitor's Hall during the Eucharistic Congress.

We had a great time meeting so many fabulous podcasters, bloggers, authors, and listeners. Be sure to check out the other great SQPN podcasts.

Check out these organizations mentioned:
Rosary Army
Southern Catholic College
Catholic Mom
4marks.com
Popple

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OTU #86 - Sailing Away

In this episode, Elizabeth and Steve discuss Zac Sunderland's around-the-world sailing adventure. Zac is a 16 yr-old young man from California that is trying to be the youngest person to sail solo around the world.

He's just setting out, so you can follow his progress by visiting his website at www.zacsunderland.com.

Next, Elizabeth tells us about summer internships and how it is helping her decide not only her major but her future career ideas.

Are you a new college freshman, or the parent of a student going away to college for the first time? You might want to check out the following new book, "Catholic and College Bound: 5 Challenges and 5 Opportunties," by George Szews. It's got some great tips on what to expect the first semester or two in college. Shop for it through the SQPN store by following this link.

Look for Pat and Steve at the Catholic New Medial Celebration in Atlanta on June 22nd! For more information, go to celebration.sqpn.com.

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OTU #85 - Graduating: Facing the Future

In this episode, Steve and Pat talk about Pat's first month as a college graduate. They discuss moving home, finding work and finding a new place in the Church community.

Steve and Pat are also attending the upcoming Atlanta Eucharistic Congress and the Catholic New Media Celebration. Time is getting short! For more information, check out celebration.sqpn.com. We hope to see you there!

In a "Good Student" segment, Pat has been researching ways to conserve gasoline when driving your car. They talk about using the A/C, carpooling, condensing trips and more. Check out Dr. Roadmap on MonkeySee for more gas saving advice.

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OTU #84 - Lightning Bugs in the Park

In this episode, we're back from Poland! Steve catches up on all the news while going for a walk in a local park.

In feedback this week, Pat and Elizabeth call in from their trip to Galveston Island, and we get prank called by Greg and Jennifer at Rosary Army!

Have you checked out the upcoming Catholic New Media Celebration? Are you going to Atlanta? All the information you need is at celebration.sqpn.com.

Check out this episode for the OntheU Photo Scavenger Hunt. If it sounds interesting, send us feedback at www.ontheu.com or at www.sqpn.com. You can also call us at 918-919-0456.

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OTU #83 - On the Road in Poland: Czestochowa

In our second episode from Poland, Jordan and Steve discuss their visit to Neapokalanov, home of the Franciscan monastery founded by St. Maximillian Kolbe. They also report on their wonderful visit to the Jasna Gora Monastery in Czestochowa, home of the "black madonna", Our Lady of Czestochowa.

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OTU #82 - On the Road in Poland: Warsaw

In this episode we're visiting Poland! We record a bit of our stroll through the square outside the royal palace, discussing the sites we've visited so far. We also stop for a few minutes of soundseeing in the Holy Cross Church where the heart of Frederick Chopin is interred.
Thanks for listening to this special episode of OntheU. We'll be back soon with more of our trip to Poland, a wonderful country with a fascinating history.

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A Short Hiatus...

Hi! Thanks for checking out the OntheU website! The school year has ended at the University of Tulsa and the Newman Center crew is going on vacation. We'll be traveling in Europe for a couple of weeks.

We'll try to post an episode or two while we're gone, but if not, our short hiatus will only last until the last week of May. We apologize for the gap in our episodes, but hopefully we'll bring back some really good stuff for our next few shows.

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OTU #81 - Ringing the Bell; Good/Bad of Credit Cards

It's the end of the school year and Pat is graduating! Listen in as Pat participates in the University of Tulsa tradition of ringing the Kendall Hall Bell after his last final exam.

In part 2 of our "Financing Your Future" series, Dr. Richard Burgess is back to discuss the good and bad of credit cards. This is great information for students and young adults.

Note: We'll be taking a short hiatus in our podcasting. Steve and other students will be traveling in Poland for the next 2 weeks. He hopes to post some "soundseeing" episodes if possible.

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OTU #80 - Filling Your Piggy Bank

In this episode, we offer the first in a short series of a new segment called "Financing Your Future." Dr. Richard Burgess, professor of finance at the University of Tulsa, joins us to discuss financial issues facing college students and young adults. Today we discuss the importance of starting your retirement savings early in life.

Be sure to catch our next episode when Dr. Burgess teaches us about the benefits and perils of credit cards!

In our "Question of Faith" segment, Pat, Elizabeth, Aaron, Will and Steve discuss the impact Pope Benedict's visit to the United States might have on seminarians and those considering the priesthood.

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OTU #79 - Using Exam Files; Saintly News; Keeping in Touch

As the end of the semester approaches, Will, Pat, Elizabeth and Steve talk about taking taking exams and using test files. We all know that part of the art of taking exams is knowing how your professor creates his tests. Many students consult files of previous exams for suggestions on how to study.

We also talk about some important saint news this week. The body of St. Padre Pio was recently exhumed and is now on display in Italy. It was also announced that the beatification of Cardinal John Henry Newman has been approved by the Vatican. Catholic Newman Centers on college and university campuses are named for Cardinal Newman.

We also give advice on how to stay in touch over the summer break and how our summer plans are shaping up.

Here's a cool video about the upcoming Catholic New Media Celebration, June 22nd in Atlanta!



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OTU #78 - Documenting Your College Life

As we get ready to wrap up this school year, Elizabeth, Pat, Aaron, Will and Steve talk about how the students are documenting their college lives. Photos, videos, journals, scrapbooks, and more!

Have you heard about SQPN's upcoming Catholic New Media Celebration? If you're near Atlanta, or can get there on June 21-22, you should join us! Saturday, June 21st will be the annual Atlanta Eucharistic Congress. On Sunday, June 22nd, SQPN will be hosting the first Catholic New Media Celebration - a fun time to meet other Catholic podcasters, learn about making your own podcast, or just have a good time. Head on over to SQPN.com for more information!

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Music in this episode from www.magnatunes.com:
Weaving by Heavy Mellow


April 19, 2008 marks the 13th anniversary of the terrorist bombing of the Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City.

Learn more about this terrible tragedy and the impact of terrorism on our society by visiting the website of the Oklahoma City National Memorial and Museum.



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