Health and Society

From timely issues of public health and caregiving, to the fight for social justice, listen to experts from the University weigh in on the historical impacts and present and future consequences of the topics that matter most to us all.

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Raising Resilient Children

Seasons of Change: Care & Support for Yourself & Others

Building an Anti-Racist Vocabulary Podcast

Explore Health and Society

Week 10: April 28

Mexico Virtual Lecture Series: The Pregnant Moms’ Empowerment Program in Mexico: A Culturally Adapted Intervention to Address the Intergenerational Effects of Intimate Partner Violence

12:00 PM ET Wed., Apr. 27, 2022

Imagine Tomorrow Today: What could we do?

12:00 PM ET Wed., Apr. 27, 2022

Katy Lichon: Education, Cultivated.

Virtues and Vocations presents Taya Cohen: “Honesty and Moral Character in Work”

12:00 PM ET Mon., Apr. 25, 2022

Week 9: April 14

Global Health Colloquium: “Research Interventions to Address Gaps in Practice”

04:00 PM ET Wed., Apr. 13, 2022

Mobilizing Ideas: The Past and Future of Social Movements

Week 8: April 7

“How Is the Catholic Church Safeguarding Children? A Perspective after the Recent Developments in Europe” — The Keeley Vatican Lecture with Rev. Dr. Hans Zollner, S.J.

05:00 PM ET Tue., Apr. 05, 2022

Week 7: March 31

Nikhit D’Sa: Education, Ventured.

Upcoming Events

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Peaceful Co-Existence Among Israelis and Palestinians: Vision for a Shared Future

Join us for a conversation among Israelis, Palestinians, and others who care deeply about the region and seek to break...

12:00 PM ET Wed., Dec. 11, 2024

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A Conversation with Blas Falconer

Listen in on an oral history conversation with poet Blas Falconer, interviewed by Notre Dame’s Rev. John A. O’Brien...

12:00 PM ET Thu., Dec. 12, 2024

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Character, Leadership & Professional Education with former Valencia College President Sanford Shugart

As part of the Virtues & Vocations series Education for Flourishing: Conversations on Character & the Common Good, we...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Dec. 16, 2024

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Values & Culture

What is most important in my life? How can I connect my inner values with my outer life? Fr. Dan Groody and Richard...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Dec. 16, 2024

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Canvas of hope: The remarkable influence of art with Joe Becherer

In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it’s easy to become distracted and lose track of our contemplative...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Dec. 23, 2024

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Everyday Holiness: Sister Ann Astell

“God doesn’t change. God is always there—he’s our anchor. To have faith is to participate in this victory, and...

12:00 PM ET Fri., Jan. 03, 2025

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How Notre Dame is leading in AI with Nitesh Chawla

Join Lou Nanni as he chats with Nitesh Chawla, the Frank M. Freimann Professor of Computer Science and Engineering,...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Jan. 06, 2025

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True Self & False Self

Fr. Dan and Richard discuss the themes of the True and False Selves. Whose story are you living – yours, or someone...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Jan. 13, 2025

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Heart’s Desire & heart’s desire

Fr. Dan and Richard explore the differences of the Heart’s Desire and the heart’s desires. They also discuss the...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Jan. 27, 2025

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Everyday Holiness: Deacon Mel & Ann Tardy

“When the Church addresses those things, people feel like they’re welcome, that the Church is relevant. When the...

12:00 PM ET Fri., Feb. 07, 2025

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Haunting as Inheritance

A conversation about belonging, place, and displacement that will take us on a tour de force from Cairo to the Sonoran...

05:30 PM ET Sun., Feb. 09, 2025

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Gratitude & Grace

Fr. Dan and Richard discuss the importance and practice of gratitude and grace. Integrations We all have people that...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Feb. 10, 2025

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How the arts become a unifying force with Ted Barron

In our most difficult and divisive times, we turn to the arts to find beauty and connection through our shared...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Feb. 17, 2025

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Freedom & Conversion

Fr. Dan and Richard Leider discuss the importance of freedom, conversion, and Groundhog Day. Integration Cultivating...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Feb. 24, 2025

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Why Notre Dame invests in the South Bend community with Shannon Cullinan ’93

Join Shannon Cullinan ’93, executive vice president, as he sheds light on residential life and its importance to the...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Mar. 03, 2025

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Everyday Holiness: Sister Michaela Martinez, OP

Listen to Sister Michaela Martinez, OP, as she reflects on her call to religious life, God’s fidelity to her, and how...

12:00 PM ET Fri., Mar. 07, 2025

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Discernment & Decision Making

Fr. Dan and Richard discuss discernment, decision making, and how we can make wise decisions. Integrations What should...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Mar. 10, 2025

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From NCAA champion to head coach: how Niele Ivey etched her name in history

Join Niele Ivey as she discusses her journey to become the Karen and Kevin Keyes Family Head Women’s Basketball...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Mar. 17, 2025

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Biography & Autobiography

Fr. Dan and Richard Leider discuss the importance of biography and storytelling. At the end of the day, are we living...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Mar. 24, 2025

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Fear & Flow

Fr. Dan and Richard Leider discuss the difficulties and importance of facing fear and anxiety. Integration We all have...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Apr. 07, 2025

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Loneliness & Community

Fr. Dan and Richard Leider discuss the difficulties of loneliness and the importance of genuine connection and...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Apr. 21, 2025

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Cry of the Poor & Justice

Fr. Dan and Richard Leider discuss the importance of justice and servant leadership in the search for the Heart’s...

12:00 PM ET Mon., May. 05, 2025

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When Notre Dame calls: the untold stories of ND Listens

Experience an in-depth look at ND Listens, the student call center on campus, as senior manager Cesar Sanchez...

12:00 PM ET Mon., May. 12, 2025

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Kinship & Accompaniment

Fr. Dan and Richard Leider discuss the importance of kinship and accompaniment. As Fr. Greg Boyle describes it,...

12:00 PM ET Mon., May. 19, 2025

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Death & Redemption

Fr. Dan and Richard Leider discuss the importance of a realistic and nuanced perspective on death and mortality. As Fr....

12:00 PM ET Mon., Jun. 02, 2025

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Meaning & Mission

Fr. Dan and Richard Leider discuss the importance, difficulties, and practices of finding a meaningful calling....

12:00 PM ET Mon., Jun. 16, 2025

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The Heart’s Desire & Educational Access

Rev. Dan Groody, C.S.C., interviews Notre Dame Trustee and Fellow Sara Martinez Tucker. She will discuss her passion...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Jun. 30, 2025

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The Heart’s Desire & Being on the Margins

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12:00 PM ET Mon., Jul. 14, 2025

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The Heart’s Desire & Listening for Vocation

Fr. Dan Groody interviews Parker Palmer, a world- renowned writer, speaker, activist, and founder and Senior Partner...

12:00 PM ET Mon., Jul. 28, 2025

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