Author Archives: Steve-O

Sinead O’Connor does gospel, Ross Douthat on Jesus, Liberal family values, Understanding the Pope, Righteous horror films, Millennials in Church, and Cicely Tyson and Blessed Assurance

Posted on August 4, 2013 by Steve-O

• Old time religion in modern guise: Sinead O’Connor in gospel sessions at Lincoln Center (New York Times) • Return of the Jesus Wars by Ross Douthat (New York Times) • Why is it hard for liberals to talk about family … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Bono interviewed on Irish TV

Posted on July 10, 2013 by Steve-O

Very interesting interview that Gay Byrne has with Bono on RTE Irish Television.

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged | Leave a comment

Bono on Charlie Rose

Posted on July 10, 2013 by Steve-O
Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged | Leave a comment

Bono on Focus on the Family, Atheist Prayers, C. S. Lewis, Willie Nelson, Lillian Daniel, Paula Deen, Praying for Others

Posted on June 28, 2013 by Steve-O

* Bono – Husband, Father, Advocate (Focus on the Family) * Bono: David sang the blues and Jesus did some punk rock (RNS) * The Meaning of Life with Bono (interview with Irish journalist Gay Byrne) * Atheist Prayer: Religious activity not uncommon amongst … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

No music like that music

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Steve-O

By Steve Beard Even Cicely Tyson was surprised. As a seasoned and award-winning actress of the screen and stage, you would imagine that few things in show business would catch her off-guard. “I didn’t realize they were doing it until … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

The Pauley Theory

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Steve-O

By Steve Beard Photos by Bob Stevens The first time that Pauley Perrette excused herself from the room during our interview, she said: “The best thing to do is sit her on my chair. As long as you don’t stand … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , | 3 Comments

Victor Hugo on Love

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Steve-O

“Love is the foolishness of men, and the wisdom of God,” wrote Victor Hugo, French poet and author of Les Misérables and The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1802-1885). Below are two of my fave quotes on love from his elegant … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Advice from Rabbi Heschel

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Steve-O

“I would say to young people a number of things. Let them remember that there is a meaning beyond absurdity. Let them be sure that every little deed counts, that every word has power, and that we can do — … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Faith on the Chopping Block

Posted on March 27, 2013 by Steve-O

By Steve Beard I’m addicted to “Chopped,” the Food Network cooking competition where chefs battle with culinary wits and creativity. Contestants are given a scandalously brief amount of time to concoct a three course gourmet meal with mystery ingredients such … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

From Supermarket to Super Bowl: Interview with Kurt Warner

Posted on March 27, 2013 by Steve-O

Being cut by the Green Bay Packers was not part of the plan. Neither was returning to Cedar Falls, Iowa, and working the nightshift at the Hy-Vee supermarket for $5.50 an hour. Needless to say, playing Arena Football League for … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment