Bob the Lector Podcasts

Each week, Bob the Lector releases two podcast episodes -- one for each of the Sunday readings. Bob begins with his reading of the Scripture, followed by reflection and discussion about tone, pace, and meaning.

Episodes are available to stream or download right here, and you can find them on Apple and other podcast platforms.

The Second Sunday in Ordinary Time – Second Reading – 01/18/2026 -

Episode 20
01/11/2026

The podcast will empower lectors to echo St. Paul’s tender greeting to the Corinthians.

The Second Sunday in Ordinary Time – First Reading – 01/18/2026 -

Episode 19
01/11/2026

The podcast will empower lectors to bring Isaiah’s Good News of God’s servant commissioned to save all nations.

The Baptism of the Lord – Second Reading – 01/11/2026 -

Episode 18
01/11/2026

This podcast will empower lectors to bring to life St. Peter’s announcement in the home of Cornelius that Jesus also came to save the Gentiles.

The Baptism of the Lord – First Reading – 01/11/2026 -

Episode 17
01/06/2026

This podcast will empower lectors to bring to life Isaiah’s poetic introduction of the Messiah.

The Epiphany of the Lord – Second Reading – 01/04/2026 -

Episode 16
12/29/2025

This podcast will empower lectors to bring the Good News to your parish the same way Saint Paul did to the Ephesians.

The Epiphany of the Lord – First Reading – 01/04/2026 -

Episode 15
12/29/2025

The podcast will empower lectors to bring Isaiah’s Good News of the Israelites return from captivity to Jerusalem.

The Feast of the Holy Family – Second Reading – 12/28/2025 -

12/25/2025

This podcast will help the Catholic lector give clarity to the complexity of Paul’s Letter to the Colossians.

The Feast of the Holy Family – First Reading – 12/28/2025 -

Episode 13
12/23/2025

This episode will inspire the lector to speak warmly of God’s gift of family.

Christmas Day – Second Reading – 12/25/2025 -

Episode 12
12/21/2025

This podcast will empower lectors in their proclamation of this reading’s glorification of Jesus Christ.

Christmas Day – First Reading – 12/25/2025 -

Episode 11
12/21/2025

This podcast will empower lectors to proclaim Isaiah’s bold and joyous message of Good News, culminating the Advent Season.