In this episode, Brothers Rafael and J.D. answer some common questions about religious life from the NRVC.

In this episode, Brothers Rafael & J.D. discuss Mother's Day, Sunday's Gospel message, and some their own hobbies as Brothers as well as a few unique hobbies of other Brothers.

In this episode, Brothers J.D. & Rafael continue the Get to Know the Brothers Mini-Series as they interview Brother Francis, who shares his vocation journey which began in a college poetry class, his experience opening a school, and his experience after years of vocation ministry. 

In this unscripted episode, Brothers Rafael & J.D. bring you along as they banter freely about what it means to be a Good Shepherd as well as reflect on the podcast journey and share their first Banter Spotlight.

In this episode, Brothers J.D. & Rafael continue the Get to Know the Brothers Mini-Series as they interview Brother Joel, who reflects on his experiences of fraternity as well as moments of grace in his 57 years as a De La Salle Christian Brother.

In this episode, Brothers J.D. & Rafael continue the Get to Know the Brothers Mini-Series as they interview Brother David, who shares his vocation journey, his thoughts on the title Brother and some of his hopes for the Brothers' Institute.

In this episode, Brothers Rafael and J.D. share their personal reflection for this Easter season.

In this episode, Brothers J.D. & Rafael continue the Get to Know the Brothers Mini-Series as they interview Brother Larry, who shares his vocation story as a "brochure Brother," his thoughts on young people's desire for belonging, and his current ministry for Brothers.

In this episode, Brothers J.D. & Rafael continue the Get to Know the Brothers Mini-Series as they interview Brother V. Kenneth, who shares his first impressions of the Brothers as well as his unique discernment journey.

In this episode, Brothers J.D. & Rafael discuss St. Joseph, Guardian of Jesus and the Patron of the Institute.

In this episode, Brothers J.D. & Rafael continue the Get to Know the Brothers Mini-Series as they interview Brother Dylan, a Brother currently in temporary vows with the De La Salle Christian Brother.

In this episode, Brothers J.D. & Rafael continue the Get to Know the Brothers Mini-Series as they interview Brother Steven, a Brother currently in temporary vows with the De La Salle Christian Brothers.

In this continuation series, every Wednesday Brother's JD and Rafael interview Brothers from across the United States at three levels of religious life; temporarily professed, a number of years in, and--what we'll call--lifer's. We wanted you all to have the opportunity to meet some amazing men and learn about their unique journey to religious life, where they minister, and what advise they might have for our discerners! Hope you enjoy.  

In this episode, Brothers Rafael & J.D. discuss Fraternity and Prophetic Witness.

In this epsiode, Brothers Rafael & J.D. share their views on the season of Lent and set the stage for what they hope is a fruitful time of preparation. Although Brothers' Banter is not producing any Lenten content, we've included a list of Lasallian Lenten resources from around region available here.

This episode is a recording of the live-streamed podcast from a virtual SEEK21 conference. In this episode, the dynamic duo answer some questions raised by young men discerning a Brother’s Vocation and interview a special guest, Bro. Paul.

In this episode, Brothers Rafael & J.D. talk about prayer in their life and in particular during the Novitiate Year.

In this episode, Brothers Rafael and J.D. discuss the Epiphany and the Lasallian spin of the visit of the Three Kings.

In this fourth and final episode of our Advent Mini Series, Brother J.D. reflects on the qualities of courage and faith Mary displays in the Incarnation and how we are called to do something similar.

In this episode, Brothers J.D. & Rafael discuss the growth in popularity of the Christmas creche and the Brothers also swap some family creche stories.

In this Christmas Bonus episode, Brother Rafa shares with Brother J.D. and the listeners a brief background of St. Nicholas, Bishop of Myra.

In this third episode of our Advent Mini Series, Brother Rafael reflects on the meaning of making straight the way of the Lord in our society today and challenges you to harden not your heart as well as to be John-like by testifying to the light. 

In this episode, Brothers Rafael and J.D. talk about all things Mary: Lasallian devotion to Mary, the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, and the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe. 

In this episode, Brother J.D. offers a brief reflection on the Gospel of Mark for the Second Sunday of Advent where we meet John the Baptist being an authentic witness. 

Be watchful! Be Alert! (Mt 13:33) As a part of our Advent season, Brothers J.D. and Rafael will alternate offering small reflections for each of the Sunday Gospels leading to Christmas. We hope that as you join us in preparing for the Good News, we can join you too. In this episode, Brother Rafael offers his reflection on the meaning of the Sunday Gospel: Am I really being watchful; being alert, this Advent season?