Podcasts by The Brother Hut

Brother Hut | 55 - Fire from the Mystics from 2023-11-29T13:09:07

What do the saints say about fire? What does scripture say about fire? Why is it used as a metaphor for God's love?

In this episode, the brothers dive into the elements of being wounded b...

Brother Hut | 54 - Preaching from 2023-11-07T08:55:38

In this episode the brothers discuss the topic of Preaching. With that comes many things, the preparation, the inspiration, style, the length of the homilies, and also the quality. In this episo...

Brother Hut | 53 - From the Hut from 2023-10-19T15:55:14

Back from a 1 Year Hiatus,

The brothers share what they've been up to since you've last heard from them. New moves, pastoral year training, summer assignments and pilgrimages are just a f...

Brother Hut | Ep. 52 - Transitus of Francis, 3 Year anniversary, Daily Dying from 2022-10-03T17:40:31

Welcome back to the Hut! & Happy Transitus 2022!

The Transitus is the celebration of the passing of St. Francis from this life to eternal life. Today is also the 3 year anniversary of the...

Brother Hut | Ep. 51 - Seeing Good in Your Life Again: Reactions from Shia LaBeouf Interview from 2022-09-24T12:01:40

Welcome back to the Hut!

In this episode the brothers share reactions to the news of Shia LaBeouf breaking headlines with his recent interview with Bp. Robert Barron. The brothers share h...

Brother Hut | Ep. 50 - Mexico Edition! from 2022-07-20T08:08:21

In a first ever International episode, Br. Vinny shares his experiences in Mexico as he is learning Spanish and ministering to the people. Br. Brandon Berg shares moments of ministering to those...

The Brother Hut | Ep. 49 - Keeping Your Peace from 2022-06-20T23:08:10

Welcome back!!

In this episode the brothers recognize the various tugs of the world that threaten our interior peace. The stresses and events that cause anxiety, worry and fear are all ve...

Brother Hut | Ep. 48 - From the Land of Oz from 2022-06-02T09:26:18

Welcome back to the Hut! 

After some time away, the Br. Vinny & Brandon share with us the recent months. Br. Brandon's visit to the Holy Land, Br. Vinny's ordination into the transitional...

Brother Hut | Ep. 47 - Living with Relics of the Saints ft. Br. Jude from 2022-01-28T13:20:47

Welcome back to the Brother Hut!

In this Episode the brothers explore the long held tradition of praying with the relics of the Saints. The church has all kinds of relics, and that tradit...

Brother Hut | Ep. 46 - Meaningful Connections from 2021-12-21T10:29:44

Welcome back to the Hut!

In this episode the brothers share about some of the dangers posed from "social" media platforms that disconnect us from having meaningful relationships and encou...

The Brother Hut | Ep. 45 - Married Life, Love&Covenant ft. Jarod&Amy Mintz from 2021-11-10T12:40:30

Welcome back to the Hut! 

We recently sat down with Jarod & Amy Mintz, some great friends of ours. In part 2 of our series on Marriage, our friends share with us some insight they have le...

The Brother Hut | Ep. 44 - Marriage&Freedom from 2021-11-01T10:15:38

Welcome back to the Hut! 

As part of Vocations Awareness week, we wanted to have a conversation about the Married life! Mind you, we have zero experience with how this works, but...

The Brother Hut | Ep. 43 - Mercy (Stings&Stories) from 2021-10-18T10:54:04

Inspired by the conversation from the last episode on confession, the brothers talk about the power of Mercy. We experience the divine Mercy of God in the confessional, and we might also experie...

The Brother Hut | Ep. 42 - The Ministry of Confession from 2021-10-05T12:33:27

Welcome back!

On this 2-yr anniversary, the brothers talk about the experience of the very first episode. In honor of that, the brothers have returned to their roots of the podcast, by ha...

The Brother Hut | Ep. 41 - Pilgrimage Spirituality&St. Roch from 2021-08-18T14:09:54

Welcome back to the Hut! 

Br Vince Mary & Br Brandon Berg come to you from the mobile Brother Hut Studios.  In this episode, we talk about the spirituality of Pilgrimage and some...

The Brother Hut | Ep. 40 - Change with an Unchangeable God from 2021-07-17T09:00

Welcome back beloved listeners!! We are your number one randomly scheduled catholic podcast. Thanks for tuning in!

         On this episode 40, a recent picture of Bro Brandon Berg with “...

Brother Hut | Ep. 39 - Help from 2021-06-14T23:15:43

Help! This episode is an update on our Capuchin Franciscan life and a reflection on help. The brothers, Vince Mary Carrasco and Brandon Berg, have been busy with life, but are back in the studio...

Brother Hut | Ep. 38 - Star Wars & Theology ft Br. Jordan Rojas from 2021-05-04T17:11:03

May the Fourth be With You!!

In honor of Star Wars day, Brothers Vinny and Brandon welcome Brother Jordan for a special look into the Stars Wars world, the crea...

Brother Hut | Ep. 38 - Star Wars&Theology ft Br. Jordan Rojas from 2021-05-04T17:11:03

May the Fourth be With You!!

In honor of Star Wars day, Brothers Vinny and Brandon welcome Brother Jordan for a special look into the Stars Wars world, the creation of George Luc...

Brother Hut | Ep. 37 - St. Conrad of Parzham feat. Br. Mark Schenk from 2021-04-21T08:04:15

Welcome back to the Hut! 

In this episode the brothers are joined by special guest, Br. Mark Schenk the Provincial Minister of our Province to talk about the history of our provi...

Brother Hut | Ep. 36 - Ways to stay in Season (Easter is not finished!) from 2021-04-12T16:19:03

Welcome to the Hut!

In this episode the brothers talk, hallelujahs, springtime, slippers, more food, silkworms, stickers, new things, baseball's big move to Denver and most of all EASTER!...

The Brother Hut | Ep. 35 - Encountering the “leper-chaun” from 2021-03-17T17:05:32

Have you ever encounter a Leprechaun? A leprechaun, no. But a Leper probably!

Welcome to the brother Hut. In Today's episode we combine Saint Patrick's Day with Francis’ experience of emb...

The Brother Hut | Ep. 34 - Staying Motivated during Lent from 2021-03-02T15:03:54

Back in the Hut, the Brothers discuss some of the great ways to continue on the Lenten Journey. Now might be the time when our lenten journey and sacrifices might become “watered-down” — But don...

The Brother Hut | Ep. 33 - Ash Wednesday Special!! from 2021-02-17T19:59:24

It's our Ash Wednesday special & We wanted to fill our listeners in on what's happening in our houses. Bro Vinny shares the experience of the Texas winter storm, that knocked off the power in th...

Ep. 32 | Brother Deacon Jason Moore&the Fried Thermometer from 2021-02-09T18:15:07

Familiar voices in a new logo, the brothers are back in the Hut! Today we sat down with special guest Deacon Br. Jason Moore, OFM Cap, our brother.

Br. Jason is born in Denver and raised ...

The Brother Hut | Ep. 31 - 4 Keys to Conversion from 2021-01-26T18:29:59

Back in the Hut Studios, the brothers share 4 key elements that are essential for your conversion, drawing closer to the Lord and growing in holiness!

1. God has Designated you!
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Brother Hut | Ep. 30: Epiphany - Seeking Christ in the New Year from 2021-01-07T17:27:36

Brothers are back and it's 2021! Brothers Vincent Mary Carrasco and Brandon Berg are together in Amarillo, Texas. Good listeners, thanks for your patience. Br. Vinny has been in Puebla, Mexico o...

Brother Hut | Ep. 29 - Thanksgiving, Music&Ministry from 2020-11-28T11:44:24

Back in the (new) brother hut studios, the brothers are happy to be back on the mics for y'all! The bros talk thanksgiving happenings, the joys of communal life during Thanksgiving. In this epis...

The Brother Hut | Ep. 28 - Losing Obedience? Find it! from 2020-10-17T09:55:55

The Brother Hut | Ep. 28 - Obedience & St. Margaret Mary Alcaoque 

In this episode, the Capuchin Bros talk about the beauty of Holy Obedience! It can be difficult at times to jus...

The Brother Hut | Ep. 27 - Holy Friendships (1 Yr Anniversary!!) from 2020-10-09T09:35:26

Recording for their 1 Year Anniversary Episode, the Bros are back in brown and also joined by Bro Luke Jordan!

In this episode, the Capuchin trio talk about a Friendship with St. Francis,...

The Brother Hut | Ep. 26 - Trauma Treating Tips from 2020-09-26T14:59:19

Recording on the Feast of Padre Pio, the bros are back once again!! Bro Vinny shares some excitement about being blessed into the ministry of Lector with some of the brothers. The brothers share...

The Brother Hut | Ep. 25 - God's Perfect Timing from 2020-09-06T09:11:56

The Bros are back!! Back in different format, but we’re back! Brother Brandon Berg (Father now!) speaks out his experience at his recent Ordination Liturgy. There was beauty, there was a Solemn ...

The Brother Hut | Ep. 24 - Grace, Ordinations&Professions from 2020-08-11T16:50:38

Recording from Denver, Colorado, our hosts are joined by Deacon Donald Rank in this special episode! The brothers talk about the activity of Grace that has played a role in their lives throughou...

The Brother Hut | Ep. 23 - Saint Benedict&Spiritual Warfare from 2020-07-11T14:28:06

Recording on the feast of St. Benedict, Brs. Vince Mary and Brandon give a tour of the new items in the Brother Hut studio and discuss upcoming major life changes and the ways they have been bat...

The Brother Hut | Ep 22 - Spring Water&the Sacred Heart of Jesus from 2020-06-19T21:33:17

Recorded on the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, the brothers talk about some powerful experiences they've had with the Sacred Heart of Jesus. With many of those experiences found through...

The Brother Hut | Ep 21 - Killer B’s&Veni Vidi Vici (our Vocation Stories) from 2020-06-05T13:00:32

Back again in the brother hut studios! The brothers share with us their unique names, how they came to be called what they are called! Brother Brandon talks about his name, the “Killer “B’s” & B...

The Brother Hut | Ep. 20 - Mary the Blessed Mother&Her S.H.O.P.S from 2020-05-25T12:59:39

In this May edition of the Brother Hut, the brothers try out the very first long distance (4 doors down) recording!! The brothers talk about the aMAYzing month of May, the Role of Mary in the Ch...

The Brother Hut | Ep. 19 - God's Help&Bro Vinny's Announcement from 2020-05-18T23:32:54

Back again from the Brother Hut Studios in San Antonio!

Brother Brandon and Brother Vinny go facebook and instagram live in this spontaneous episode. The brothers talk about the recent ha...

The Mother Hut | Ep. 18 - The Carrasco's from 2020-04-17T12:38:11

In this first of two episodes, the Brother Hut will become the ‘Mother Hut’ as the Brother Vinny & Brother Brandon introduce to the world their Mothers! Recording on their 30th Wedding Anniversa...

The Brother Hut | Ep. 17 - Social Media Spirituality from 2020-04-11T10:25:10

Back for another Episode during the Shelter-in-place, the brothers are recording live for an interview that will be sent to a TV News Agency, ‘Rome Reports’ out of Rome. That’s right Rome! This ...

The Brother Hut | Ep. 16 - Ministry Highlight ft. Rony Galdamez&ELOHYMN MSC from 2020-03-30T09:54:29

In this Episode, Brother Vinny and Brother Brandon are joined by a special guest and new friend, Rony Galdamez. Rony is a San Antonio local, a Catholic worship music leader with a strong music a...

The Brother Hut | Ep. 15 - Corona, Church, Confinement from 2020-03-26T10:36:32

In this first “Shelter-in-place” episode, and back with a new intro, the Brothers talk about the craziness of Quarantine, COVID-19 and its effect on their personal journeys of faith and church. ...

The Brother Hut | Ep 14 - Sanctification&Sports from 2020-02-28T11:00:50

In this episode, Brs Brandon Berg and Vincent Mary Carrasco OFM Cap talk about the role of sports in their lives and the process of sanctification that comes with it. The brothers talk walk-up s...

The Brother Hut | Ep 13 - Consecrated Religious from 2020-02-17T00:03:51

In this episode, Brs Vince Mary Carrasco and Brandon Berg discuss the annual event called World Day of Consecrated Life. The celebration every year coincides with the feast of the Presentation o...

The Brother Hut | Ep 12 - Sacred Heart Skateboarding ft. Br. Gabriel Cortes, F.I. from 2020-01-26T23:11:06

Today we're joined by Br. Gabriel Cortés F.I. from the friars of the Immaculate. Known for his skateboarding talents, Br. Gabriel discusses how he got started, his time in Australia, the Friars ...

The Brother Hut | Ep 11 - Bobby Barbato&Bonaventure from 2020-01-03T16:58:02

Happy New Year! This episode is a friar spotlight. Bro Vinny and Brandon are joined by Fr. Bobby Barbato O.F.M. Cap from Solvang, California. Fr. Bobby is with us in Amarillo, Texas to give us t...

The Brother Hut | Ep 10 - Christmas Joy! from 2019-12-25T16:17:23

Merry Christmas everyone! Happy Christmas 2019!

We are all God’s Beloved Ones! Jesus is born and salvation is here! In this episode,  Brothers Vincent and Brandon discuss Christmas and so...

The Brother Hut | Ep 9 - Advent from 2019-12-21T16:25:02

The Bros are Back! In this episode, Br. Vinny and Br. Brandon talk about finals week, Christmas decoration happenings around the house, Thrift store buys, the season of advent (specifically the ...

The Brother Hut | Ep 8 - "After God's Own Heart" ft DJ Bernal from 2019-11-29T11:49:16

In this episode of the Brother Hut, we're joined by DJ Bernal, an itinerant preacher who travels the country sharing the Gospel of Christ. DJ is the creator of [A.G.O.H] a name brand "After God'...

The Brother Hut | Ep 7 - Post-Ordination Episode from 2019-11-21T21:05:29

Brother Brandon shares with us his experience from his recent ordination to the diaconate! Also, the original Boyz in the Hood, Vegan Deacons, and the winner from our gift card drawing!!

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The Brother Hut | Ep 6 - Vocations Awareness Week ft. Br Alejandro Diaz from 2019-11-10T22:26:42

Recording after Vocations Awareness Week, Brothers Vinny and Brandon talk pecan pie, recipes found on the back of jars, thanksgiving and Holy Cards. Episode 6 features Brother Alejandro Diaz, al...

The Brother Hut | Ep 5 - Remembering the Dead from 2019-11-02T15:41:08

During All Saints & All Souls, the Church remembers all the Saints and also the Souls of our family and friends who have gone before us. In this episode, Brother Vinny & Brandon talk Halloween c...

The Brother Hut | Ep 4 - Mass Memories from 2019-10-29T00:37:55

Br. Vinny & Br. Brandon discuss technical difficulties, driving in the rain, Cosco, singing Acapela, Latin Mass and their favorite Mass Memories. In this episode, learn about the Mass and what I...

The Brother Hut | Ep 3 - Capuchin Life from 2019-10-19T09:28:18

In this Episode, Br. Vinny and Brandon talk about the Brown Robe Benefit, Nice police officers, the overall experience as Capuchin Friars and the importance of a Capuchin spirituality and Charis...

The Brother Hut | Ep 2.1 - Holy Rosary (Joyful Mysteries) from 2019-10-17T13:31:24

As promised, Episode 2.1 is a recitation of the Holy Rosary with the Joyful Mysteries. Listen on the go! 

The Brother Hut | Ep 2 - The Holy Rosary from 2019-10-12T15:25:42

Back in Denver for the Brown Robe Benefit, Brother Vinny and Brother Brandon talk about the Holy Rosary, Our Lady of the Rosary, saying the rosary and some history about it. Enjoy! 

Conta...

The Brother Hut | Ep 1 - Old Life, New Life from 2019-10-04T20:15:53

Welcome to the Brother Hut! In this very first episode, Br. Vinny & Br Brandon talk about some the importance of moving from the Old life into a new life. Also, Br. Alex Diaz's Solemn profession...