Saints Alive
Saints Alive is a Catholic audio drama podcast focused on producing high-quality, family-friendly dramatizations of the lives of saints and Catholic heroes. Founded by Alex Dee, Melissa Dee, and Tanner Kalina, the podcast aims to provide engaging, professionally produced content that inspires faith and educates listeners about Church history through immersive storytelling.
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Existing episodes
| Name | Saint | Length | _pageName |
|---|---|---|---|
| Name | Saint | Length | _pageName |
| Saint Carlo Acutis | Saint Carlo Acutis | 15–30 minutes | Saints Alive/Saint Carlo Acutis |
History and Concept
Saints Alive was created to address a gap in Catholic media for high-quality, entertaining content suitable for families. The founders, motivated by their roles as parents and their professional backgrounds, sought to produce audio dramas that rival secular entertainment in production value while remaining rooted in Catholic tradition. The podcast presents monthly episodes, each focusing on the biography of a saint or Catholic figure, crafted to appeal to children, teens, and adults. The stories are designed to foster a deeper connection to the Faith, with listeners reporting positive impacts on children's behavior and spiritual engagement.
Production
The podcast is produced by a team with professional experience in media and storytelling:
- Alex Dee: Co-founder, director, narrator, and editor, responsible for the podcast's cinematic quality.
- Melissa Dee: Co-founder and producer, primarily handling scriptwriting.
- Tanner Kalina: Co-founder and director of youth missions, contributing to scripts and voicing multiple characters.
The production process incorporates Hollywood-trained directors and professional voice actors, resulting in a radio theater-style experience. The podcast emphasizes high production values, distinguishing it from other Catholic media that may lack polish or depth.
Notable Projects
In addition to its regular episodes, Saints Alive collaborated with Word on Fire and the Hallow app to produce an audio companion for the children's book *Princesses of Heaven* by Fabiola Garza. This project, available on Hallow, further extends the podcast's reach in delivering faith-based content to families.
Content and Availability
Saints Alive releases episodes monthly, accessible directly through its official website, saintsalivepodcast.com.
The Princesses of Heaven audio companion is available via the Hallow app. The website also features an online store selling custom Catholic art, complementing the podcast's mission to promote Catholic culture.
Reception
The podcast has been praised for its engaging storytelling and professional production, with listeners noting its ability to captivate audiences of all ages while fostering a deeper appreciation for the lives of saints. It has been described as a valuable resource for Catholic families seeking to integrate faith into everyday life.