Father Edward J. Flanagan Series
by Spirit Catholic Radio Network · 12 episodes
ReligionSpirituality
Father Edward J. Flanagan is a familiar name to many Americans, especially those in Nebraska. Often, this is because of the Oscar-winning 1938 film “Boys Town” starring Spencer Tracy about Flanagan's groundbreaking child welfare organization, Boys Town, located in Omaha. But Father Flanagan's story and legacy extend far beyond that. Flanagan gained influence and admiration over the course of his life from presidents, CEOs and celebrities, but none mattered more to him than that of the children he served. World War II was a sobering reminder of this, as Flanagan saw droves of former Boys Town citizens go off to war, with...
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Father Edward J. Flanagan - Part 12
Father Edward J. Flanagan is a familiar name to many Americans, especially those in Nebraska. Often, this is because of the Oscar-winning 1938 film “Boys Town” starring Spencer Tra…
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Father Edward J. Flanagan - Part 11
Father Edward J. Flanagan is a familiar name to many Americans, especially those in Nebraska. Often, this is because of the Oscar-winning 1938 film “Boys Town” starring Spencer Tra…
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Father Edward J. Flanagan - Part 10
Father Edward J. Flanagan is a familiar name to many Americans, especially those in Nebraska. Often, this is because of the Oscar-winning 1938 film “Boys Town” starring Spencer Tra…
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Father Edward J. Flanagan - Part 9
Father Edward J. Flanagan is a familiar name to many Americans, especially those in Nebraska. Often, this is because of the Oscar-winning 1938 film “Boys Town” starring Spencer Tra…
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11 min
Father Edward J. Flanagan - Part 8
Father Edward J. Flanagan is a familiar name to many Americans, especially those in Nebraska. Often, this is because of the Oscar-winning 1938 film “Boys Town” starring Spencer Tra…
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Father Edward J. Flanagan - Part 7
Father Edward J. Flanagan is a familiar name to many Americans, especially those in Nebraska. Often, this is because of the Oscar-winning 1938 film “Boys Town” starring Spencer Tra…
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Father Edward J. Flanagan - Part 6
Father Edward J. Flanagan is a familiar name to many Americans, especially those in Nebraska. Often, this is because of the Oscar-winning 1938 film “Boys Town” starring Spencer Tra…
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Father Edward J. Flanagan - Part 5
Father Edward J. Flanagan is a familiar name to many Americans, especially those in Nebraska. Often, this is because of the Oscar-winning 1938 film “Boys Town” starring Spencer Tra…
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11 min
Father Edward J. Flanagan - Part 4
Father Edward J. Flanagan is a familiar name to many Americans, especially those in Nebraska. Often, this is because of the Oscar-winning 1938 film “Boys Town” starring Spencer Tra…
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Father Edward J. Flanagan - Part 3
Father Edward J. Flanagan is a familiar name to many Americans, especially those in Nebraska. Often, this is because of the Oscar-winning 1938 film “Boys Town” starring Spencer Tra…
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Father Edward J. Flanagan - Part 2
Father Edward J. Flanagan is a familiar name to many Americans, especially those in Nebraska. Often, this is because of the Oscar-winning 1938 film “Boys Town” starring Spencer Tra…
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11 min
Father Edward J. Flanagan - Part 1
Father Edward J. Flanagan is a familiar name to many Americans, especially those in Nebraska. Often, this is because of the Oscar-winning 1938 film “Boys Town” starring Spencer Tra…