Laughton

Welcome Home

In a heartfelt tribute marking the centennial of his mother’s birth, Martin reflects on a journey to Ireland with his surviving siblings - a pilgrimage that unfolded into something far more profound and transformative than he ever anticipated. His story is accompanied by poetry and literary works that mirror the solemnity, grace and quiet reverence woven throughout this deeply personal episode. A complete list of the writers and poets from Episode 6 Welcome Home The story “We Are Here to Walk Each Other Home” by Ramon Gerard Estevez AKA Martin Sheen is included here by granted copyright permission. Consider This Henry David Thoreau “Don’t underrate the value of fact…” “Afternoon on a Hill” Edna Saint Vincent Millay “Blessed Among Us: Fr Daniel Egan” by Robert Ellsberg is included here by granted copyright permission. And we thank the author for this opportunity to share his work. “Footsteps of Angels” Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Consider This A Drawing of God Parable “Where the Mind is Without Fear” Rabindranath Tagore For more information about the writers and poets in this episode please visit us at: themartinsheenpodcast.com [https://themartinsheenpodcast.com/] If you would like to support us and get each episode ad-free please subscribe at Patreon. patreon.com/join/themartinsheenpodcast [https://www.patreon.com/join/themartinsheenpodcast] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Justice

Martin shares a powerful story of resistance in the face of corporate environmental destruction, bringing a deeply human perspective to those on the front lines battling toxic pollution in a rural community. He explores the extraordinary lengths he and local residents are willing to go in their fight for justice and accountability. His story is followed by a moving collection of poems and literary works celebrating that same indomitable human spirit. A complete list of the writers and poets from Episode 9 Justice The story “Protest, Trial & The Santa Claus Defense” by Ramon Gerard Estevez AKA Martin Sheen is included here by granted copyright permission. Consider This Benjamin Franklin “Tell me…” “Changed” Henry Wadsworth Longfellow “Blessed Among Us: Mahalia Jackson” by Robert Ellsberg is included here by granted copyright permission. And we thank the author for this opportunity to share his work. “The Wind” Antonio Machado, with translation by Robert Bly “Where the Mind is Without Fear” Rabindranath Tagore For more information about the writers and poets in this episode please visit us at: themartinsheenpodcast.com [https://themartinsheenpodcast.com/] If you would like to support us and get each episode ad-free please subscribe at Patreon. patreon.com/join/themartinsheenpodcast [https://www.patreon.com/join/themartinsheenpodcast] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Identity

Martin reflects on the origins of his theatrical name change and the lasting ripple effect it carried into the next generation, especially for his sons Emilio and Charlie.  He is later joined at the mic by his daughter Renee for an open and sincere conversation exploring the heart of their relationship, the bond they share, and the joy that continues to connect them. A complete list of the writers and poets from Episode 4 Identity The story “What’s In A Name” by Ramon Gerard Estevez AKA Martin Sheen is included here by granted copyright permission. Consider This Charles Bukowski quote “Genius might be the ability…” “The Poet as Thief” W.D. Ehrhart “Where the Mind is Without Fear” Rabindranath Tagore For more information about the writers and poets in this episode please visit us at: themartinsheenpodcast.com [https://themartinsheenpodcast.com/] If you would like to support us and get each episode ad-free please subscribe at Patreon. patreon.com/join/themartinsheenpodcast [https://www.patreon.com/join/themartinsheenpodcast] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Devotion

In this episode Martin proudly reads the literary works of his dear friend and mentor Daniel Berrigan, who was a tireless champion for human rights by risking his life and imprisonment through non-violent radical actions of civil disobedience. His works are further enriched through Martin’s readings of a thoughtfully curated selection of poetry, each piece reflecting the enduring human quest for meaning, spirituality and beauty.   A complete list of the writers and poets from Episode 3 Devotion The book excerpt “Night Flight to Hanoi” and “Zen Poem” by Daniel Berrigan is included in this podcast with granted permission and remains the property of the Berrigan Literary Trust, who we thank for this opportunity to share his writings. Consider This The Prayer of St. Francis of Assisi “Blessed Among Us: Sr. Dorothy Stang” by Robert Ellsberg is included here by granted copyright permission. And we thank the author for this opportunity to share his work.  “Chimes” Longfellow “Zacchaeus” by Sr Ann Montgomery is included in this podcast by granted copyright permission of Art Laffin & Carol Sargent, who we thank for this opportunity to share her writings. Consider This Arrogance is ignorance matured The Imprisoned Soul” Walt Whitman “The Pelicans of White Horse Key” by Robert Bly is included in this podcast by granted copyright permission of Mary Bly who we thank for this opportunity to share her father’s poems. “Where the Mind is Without Fear” Rabindranath Tagore For more information about the writers and poets in this episode please visit us at: themartinsheenpodcast.com [https://themartinsheenpodcast.com/] If you would like to support us and get each episode ad-free please subscribe at Patreon. patreon.com/join/themartinsheenpodcast [https://www.patreon.com/join/themartinsheenpodcast] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Faith

Martin shares an unforgettable story of an absentee midwife and how he and Janet had to cope alone in a life and death situation with the home birth of their second son. It is a personal narrative that captures both the profound challenges they faced as young parents and the relatable moments of joy along the way. It continues with other works of faith and inspiration, offering encouragement and meaning to the listener.   A complete list of the writers and poets from Episode 2 Faith: The story “Baptism & Birth, In That Order” by Ramon Gerard Estevez AKA Martin Sheen is included here by granted copyright permission.  Consider This Henry David Thoreau “There is a season for everything…” “Blessed Among Us: Mary Lou Williams” by Robert Ellsberg is included here by granted copyright permission. And we thank the author for this opportunity to share his work. “Where the Mind is Without Fear” Rabindranath Tagore For more information about the writers and poets in this episode please visit us at: themartinsheenpodcast.com [https://themartinsheenpodcast.com/] If you would like to support us and get each episode ad-free please subscribe at Patreon. patreon.com/join/themartinsheenpodcast [https://www.patreon.com/join/themartinsheenpodcast] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.