Allison Ellis on Catholic Forum: Finding Our Words & America’s Ideals

As we celebrated America’s 249th birthday, Mount Titano Media founder Allison Ellis joined host Robert Krebs on Catholic Forum to discuss her latest book, Finding Our Words: Words That Made America .

Together, they explored how a collection of powerful and inspiring speeches can help families, educators, and citizens reconnect with the foundational ideas that shaped the American republic. In an age where words are often cheapened by overuse or misuse, returning to the thoughtful and deliberate language of America’s great leaders offers both inspiration and instruction.

The conversation also highlighted the value of using these speeches in the home or classroom to spark meaningful discussions about citizenship, leadership, and our shared national heritage. Allison also emphasized the essential role of Tracy Lee Simmons’ insightful prefatory essays, which provide historical context and illuminate the enduring relevance of each featured speech.

This interview reflects the mission of Mount Titano Media: to engage thoughtfully with America’s intellectual tradition in a way that transcends partisan divides and encourages deeper understanding of who we are as a people.

You can also find the episode on Apple, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and Amazon Music. Catholic Forum airs Saturdays at 1:30 PM on Relevant Radio 640.