The Literary Catholic - Thomas Merton O.C.S.O.

A conversation with Michael Higgins, Ph.D. author and academic, and host Rafael Pi Roman. Michael Higgins, Ph.D., President and Vice-Chancellor Emeritus, St. Jerome’s University in the University of Waterloo; Basilian Distinguished Fellow in Contemporary Catholic Thought, St. Michael’s College in the University of Toronto; and Distinguished Professor of Catholic Thought Emeritus, Sacred Heart University, Connecticut. His most recent book, The Jesuit Disruptor: A Personal Portrait of Pope Francis, was published in 2024. Rafael Pi Roman: An acclaimed journalist with extensive experience in public affairs and political news, Rafael Pi Roman has been a key figure at Thirteen/WNET since 1992. His Emmy award-winning work includes hosting and producing numerous programs such as "New York Voices" and "New Jersey Capitol Report". Pi Roman’s deep understanding of media and his engaging interviewing style make him an ideal moderator for "The Literary Catholic".