Three Dogs North are Juice, C-Bisc, and Michael Metz. Topics are carelessly selected and poorly researched. The strength of the project lies in the fact that there is no way of knowing its audience. So please come in, grab a seat, and enjoy. Contact the Dogs at threedogsnorth@gmail.com. Follow us @ThreeDogsNorth.
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In this episode, the dogs center their conversation around a quote from Edith Stein (5:50) about hidden souls and their impact on salvation history. Connor shares his experience in Ireland so far (11:55), Rob reflects on the immense gift of the human soul (23:20), and Michael Metz ties it all back into Mary's fiat (26:10). Quotes: "The greatest figures of prophecy and sanctity step forth out of…
In this episode, the dogs discuss different experiences of time (8:15). Rob shares his recent trip to Nebraska for FOCUS training (3:18), Connor gives a brief lecture on metaphysics (14:50), and Michael Metz thinks the Sacred Heart of Jesus is "really cool" (35:10). Quotes: “There’s a particular grace of old friendships that’s deep magic of the human experience." (Rob, 12:45) “Heaven is entering…
In this episode, the dogs celebrate the Feast of Corpus Christi (2:20) by sharing their love for the Eucharist (11:50), the privilege of being a priest (12:55), and the joy of sharing the deposit of faith with God's people (20:35). Quotes: “All I need to do is show up and Jesus is going to be there ( about the Mass ).” (Michael Metz, 3:30) “When all else fails, the Eucharist is our home.” (Connor,…
In this episode, the dogs talk about the importance of fruitful relationships in the context of space travel (8:55), post-apocalyptic horror movies (31:40), and everyday life (35:40). Quotes: “My priesthood, to be meaningful, must have a horizon beyond my life.” (Connor, 28:25) "We're supposed to exist for other people." (Michael Metz, 38:00) “In our human existence, we will always be in that…
In this episode, the dogs talk about being attentive to the "right things" (9:10). Michael Metz offers a tutorial on the art of pranking (23:45), and Connor shares how naming what is true helps him find peace in frustrating circumstances (35:30). Quotes: "You gotta know when to win." (Rob quoting Doug Johnson, 3:55) "I'm at that stage in my life where I keep myself out of unnecessary arguments,…
In this episode, the dogs discuss Pope Leo's encyclical (1:00) and the inherent sacredness of the human face and voice (7:05). Michael Metz recounts his ongoing battle with META (13:55), Connor reflects on how Jesus' humanity was formed through his relationship with his mother (19:28), and Rob gives a brief lesson on soteriology (30:00). Quotes: “It’s inherently relational (our face and voice),…
In this episode, the dogs discuss the power of good stories (15:40) and how they can help us make sense of our own lives (36:00). Mike reflects on what can be both consoling and frustrating about belonging to large institutions (18:30). Quotes: "Culture is what is celebrated, tolerated, and presumed." (Connor quoting Dr. Henry Cloud, 28:00) "It's way easier to destroy things than build them."…
In this episode, the dogs record their final in-person cast from Maryville (00:08). The guys reflect with gratitude on the trip (3:50) and discuss how joyful it is when different parts of your life intersect (8:10). They also share their experience visiting some of Rob's parishioners (31:40) and discuss "the power of comedic melancholy" (47:30). The episode concludes with their highs, lows, and…
In this episode, the dogs continue their in-person visit in Maryville, Illinois (00:13). They discuss how the trip is going so far (2:30) and swap stories from trips to Alaska (9:50), Lyon (24:30), Paris (29:40), and elsewhere. Michael Metz frames the discussion around the difference between approaching travel with authentic receptivity versus consumerist self-indulgence (13:10), setting the stage…
In this episode, the dogs discuss why their time in seminary was both uniquely formative (4:00) and deeply universal (10:28). Connor highlights the importance of lifelong formation (16:00) and the dogs reflect on how that has played out in different parishes (24:50). They close the cast by pondering the eschatological tension of God's "already and not yet" kingdom (43:40)... and loud SunChips bags…
In this episode, the dogs discuss Walter's upcoming 101st birthday (3:44). Inspired by Walter's wisdom on perseverance, the conversation shifts to celibacy (7:30) and the "problem of evil" as it confront individuals (29:10). In the midst of it all, Michael Metz reenacts a self-titled "genius" homily (19:00) which is admittedly beautiful. Quotes: "The self-possession to be able to see goods that…
In this episode, the dogs answer the following questions (live): Question #1: Do you have a karaoke song that you like to sing? (Emily, 12:28) Question #2: What is the most memorable seminary story? (Nate, 14:00) Question #3: How many years were you together? (28:10) Question #4: How did you decide to become priests? (John, 29:00) Question #5: With the richness of the Catholic faith and so many…
