The word “witch” might sound like something from the past, buried in history books or brought up on Halloween. But for thousands of women around the world today, being called a witch can mean violence, exile, or even death.

In this episode, we speak with Sister Lorena Jenal, a Swiss-born Franciscan who has spent over 40 years in Papua New Guinea. She walks alongside women who’ve been accused of sorcery, offering not only rescue, but healing, dignity, and hope. Sister Lorena’s story is not one of charity from afar, but of deep solidarity, standing with those whose lives are in danger and creating spaces for healing when the unthinkable happens. We hope you enjoy SHOW NOTES: Donate to Catholic Mission at: https://www.missio-hilft.de/informieren/wofuer-wir-uns-einsetzen/menschenrechte/internationaler-tag-gegen-hexenwahn/ Atlantic Break (Music) https://linktr.ee/Atlantic.Break Redemptorist Youth Congress highlights: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087243649746

In this episode, we explore one of the most surprising and inspiring intersections of faith and economics. Our guest is Mr. Haryanto Solichin — a devout Catholic and the Commissioner of Menara Syariah, a landmark Islamic finance project rising on the reclaimed shores of PIK 2, Jakarta.

At the heart of Indonesia’s boldest Islamic financial development is a vision that transcends religious boundaries. Mr. Solichin believes that Syariah economics isn’t just for Muslims — it’s an ethical model for all: inclusive, transparent, equality-oriented, and purpose-driven.

How does a Catholic become a leading voice in Islamic finance? What shared values unite these traditions? And what can we learn from his interfaith approach to leadership?

Join us as we unpack the ethical principles of Syariah finance — and meet the Catholic helping make them a global reality.

Welcome to Questions for the Modern World, a podcast by Common Home TV where faith meets the challenges—and possibilities—of our time.

In this episode, we’re joined by Bishop Shane Mackinlay, Bishop of Sandhurst and a key figure in the global Synod on Synodality. As the Church enters a new chapter following the death of Pope Francis, now is the moment to reflect on the vision he leaves behind—a Church that listens, journeys together, and engages with the world rather than retreating from it.

We talk with Bishop Mackinlay about the deep need to reconnect faith with modern culture, how synodality offers an antidote to apathy, and the questions being raised around women’s ordination.

This is an honest and hopeful conversation that points to a Church not of the past, but of possibility.