The Media Hub for Volume II of Italy’s Shrines and Wonders: Discovering Sacred Spaces and Fascinating Places in the Life of St. Francis of Assisi by Teresa Tomeo. For More Information About This Book Visit the Shrines and Wonders Page.
Upcoming Interviews
- September 14, 2026, 7amET, Sonrise Morning Show, Sacred Heart Radio
- Friday, September 11, 2026 9:30am ET, The Katie McGrady Show, SiriusXM The Catholic Channel (Channel 129)
- October 1, 2026, 11:30amET, Real Presence Live. Real Presence Catholic Radio
Past Interviews/Articles/Media Highlights
Sonrise Morning Show. Teresa Tomeo & Matt Swaim discuss the town of Greccio, Italy, the place St. Francis of Assisi created the first Nativity Scene. Click Here to Listen. at 1:08:07.
Sonrise Morning Show. Teresa Tomeo & Annie Mitchell talks about the peaceful place of retreat for St. Francis of Assisi – Mount Subasio. Click Here to Listen.
Free Expression with Bill Kassel Podcast, Good Shepherd Catholic Radio. Bill Kassel talks with Teresa Tomeo about her new book about sites in Italy associated with St. Francis of Assisi. Listen Here.
How St. Francis of Assisi Inspired Mother Angelica’s Impossible EWTN Mission, ChurchPop by Teresa Tomeo. In addition to the hundreds of thousands of Franciscans serving around the globe, including religious and laity, the Franciscan movement, since the time of its founder, has given birth to countless apostolates. These ministries, with their Franciscan connection, continue to spread the gospel in unique and significant ways, including the media. One of the greatest examples of this is the Eternal Word Television Network (EWTN), founded by a feisty Franciscan “Poor Clare” nun, Mother Angelica. Read Here.
Sonrise Morning Show. Teresa Tomeo joins host Matt Swaim to talk about Rivotorto, where St. Francis of Assisi cared for lepers. Listen Here. The segment begins at 1:07:40.
Conversations with Consequences. The Catholic Association/EWTN. Teresa Tomeo joins to discuss St. Francis of Assisi and the little-known town of Spoleto taking us on a virtual pilgrimage this month of August. Listen Here.
National Catholic Register. Teresa Tomeo invites readers to visit the town of Spoleto. If you will be traveling to central Italy, it was one of St. Francis of Assisi’s favorite places, and is a treasure trove of history! Read Here.
Sonrise Morning Show. Host Matt Swaim talks with Teresa Tomeo about St. Clare and the special places in Assisi for her, plus other special saints in August. Listen Here. The Segment begins at 1:08:16.
We Are Not Saints, Yet! with host Ken Johnston. Ken is joined by Teresa Tomeo to discuss her latest book, “Italy’s Shrines and Wonders Volume II: Discovering Sacred Spaces, and Fascinating Places in the Life of St. Francis of Assisi. Listen Here starting at 1:02:48.
Sonrise Morning Show. Host Annie Mitchell chats with Teresa Tomeo about Assisi and St. Mary of the Angels Basilica with the Portuincula, the “Little Portion” Church where Jesus spoke with St. Francis of Assisi. Listen Here.
ChurchPop. 7 Similarities Between St. Francis and Blessed Solanus Casey. Teresa Tomeo writes about the strong connection and similarities between Blessed Solanus Casey and St. Francis of Assisi. Read Here.
Sonrise Morning Show. Host Matt Swaim chats with Teresa Tomeo about the beautiful town of Spoleto in Italy, where St. Francis of Assisi had his conversion. Listen Here. The Segment begins at 1:10:41.
Wake Up! – Catholic Community Radio. Teresa Tomeo chats with the hosts about her new book, Italy’s Shrines and Wonders Volume II about St. Francis of Assisi, interesting places to visit where St. Francis walked, and her favorite places in Italy. Listen Here.
CatholicMom.com. Visit the Sacred Spaces and Fascinating Places in the life of St. Francis of Assisi in Italy. Book Reviewer Maria Gallagher takes a look at Teresa Tomeo’s new book on the important places in the life of the Franciscan founder. Read Here.
The Bear Woznick Adventure. Host Bear Woznick talks with Teresa Tomeo about her new travel guide, Volume II of Italy’s Shrines and Wonders to visit the important places in the life of St. Francis of Assisi, and his spirituality. Listen Here!
Sonrise Morning Show. Host Matt Swaim discusses with Teresa Tomeo her new travel guide, Volume II of Italy’s Shrines and Wonders to visit the important places in the life of St. Francis of Assisi. This week they discuss the Italian town Collestrada, where the Battle of Collestrada took place. Segment begins at 1:06:20. Listen Here!
Vitamin T with Teresa Tomeo, on Morning Offering. Annunciation Radio. Teresa Tomeo shares crucial advice on why you should avoid planning a pilgrimage to Italy during the oppressive summer months, where a meaningful spiritual journey can turn into a frustrating experience. Instead, Teresa recommends the best alternative times to visit, and previews her upcoming weekend excursion exploring the mountain birthplace of a special saint. Listen Here!
Sonrise Morning Show. Host Annie Mitchell discusses with Teresa Tomeo her new travel guide, Volume II of Italy’s Shrines and Wonders to visit the important places in the life of St. Francis of Assisi, where to go to visit them, and travel tips for your visit. Segment begins at 1:08:21. Listen Here!
Driving Home the Faith. Host Ken Craycraft welcomes Teresa Tomeo to discuss the amazing St. Francis of Assisi, the special places in his life, where to go to visit them in Italy, and tips on the best way to do this and any pilgrimage. Segment begins at 4:10. Listen Here!
Teresa Tomeo is honored to have received an Honorable Mention in the Catholic Media Association Awards in Best Video Explainer for Radio, TV Stations & Film Companies for her EWTN Learn Series “Saints in Italy!” Thank you to everyone at EWTN for their amazing work! Watch the “Saints in Italy” Series Here!
EWTN Publishing & Sophia Institute Press issue a Press Release for “Italy’s Shrines and Wonders Volume II: Discovering Sacred Spaces and Fascinating Places in the Life of St. Francis of Assisi” by Teresa Tomeo. In this innovative new book, Italy expert and travel coach, Teresa Tomeo, combines a travel guide with a deep dive into the life of St. Francis of Assisi, one of the most beloved saints in history. Click Here to Read.
Sunrise Morning Show. Host Annie Mitchell and Teresa Tomeo discuss how to pack for a pilgrimage and what to leave behind, especially your pre-conceived notions, particularly about St. Francis of Assisi, the subject of her new book, Volume II of Italy’s Shrines and Wonders. Click Here to Listen. Segment begins at 1:07:03.
Roadmap to Heaven, Covenant Network Catholic Radio. Host Adam Wright and Teresa discuss her EWTN Series “The Unknown St. Francis of Assisi” and discuss St. Francis’ legacy. Click Here to Listen. Segment begins at 5:34.
PR Newswire. ‘Saint of Peace’ – EWTN Publishing Releases New Book on Italy. EWTN Publishing released a new book about traveling to Italy, and where to see all the important places in the life and faith of St. Francis of Assisi, the “Saint of Peace.” The high-quality book with stunning photography covers large and small towns in Umbria and Tuscany. See Volume II of Italy’s Shrines and Wonders: Discovering Sacred Spaces and Fascinating Places in the Life of St. Francis of Assisi. Click Here to Read.
Vitamin T with Teresa Tomeo on Morning Offering – Annunciation Radio. Hosts Ron Finn and Dave Vacheresse talk with Teresa Tomeo about her new book, Volume II of Italy’s Shrines and Wonders: Discovering Sacred Spaces and Fascinating Places in the Life of St. Francis of Assisi. Click Here to Listen.
Epiphany Radio Show – Ave Maria Radio. Host Vanessa Denha Garmo talks with Teresa Tomeo about her new book, Volume II of Italy’s Shrines and Wonders: Discovering Sacred Spaces and Fascinating Places in the Life of St. Francis of Assisi. Click Here to Listen.
Sonrise Morning Show – Sacred Heart Radio. Hosts Anna Mitchell and Matt Swaim chat with Teresa Tomeo about her new book, Volume II of Italy’s Shrines and Wonders: Discovering Sacred Spaces and Fascinating Places in the Life of St. Francis of Assisi. Segment begins at 1:08:25. Click Here to Listen.
Roadmap to Heaven, Host Adam Wright and Teresa Tomeo discuss St. Francis of Assisi, “Bearing the Wounds of Christ & Creating the Creche” Click Here to Listen.
Miracle Hunter Radio Show – EWTN Radio. Host Michael O’Neill speaks with Teresa Tomeo about her new book, Volume II of Italy’s Shrines and Wonders: Discovering Sacred Spaces and Fascinating Places in the Life of St. Francis of Assisi. Segment begins at 38:24. Click Here to Listen.
This is the Day – Catholic TV Network. Teresa speaks with Victoria Sechrist about St. Francis of Assisi and how common misconceptions about him keep them from knowing the real person. Segment begins at 9:54. Click Here to Watch.
Real Presence Live. Teresa Tomeo discusses with hosts Sunshine Diem and Adaire Reinpold about living part-time in Italy, and St. Francis of Assisi, his life and faith, and the 800th Anniversary of his death. Click Here to Listen.
St. Francis and the Wolf of Gubbio. Adam Wright, host of Roadmap to Heaven is joined by Teresa Tomeo to share the story about St. Francis and how he tamed a wolf who had terrorized the town. Learn more about this series from EWTN on “The Unknown St. Francis.” Segment begins at 4:50. Click Here to Listen.
Adam Wright, host of Roadmap to Heaven is joined by Teresa Tomeo to share about a new series from EWTN on “The Unknown St. Francis.” Today we find inspiration from St. Francis’s work with the lepers. Segment begins at 6:34. Click Here to Listen.
Roadmap to Heaven. Is the Lord speaking to you in your dreams? Host Adam Wright talks to Teresa Tomeo about the dreams that guided St. Francis of Assisi, and her new EWTN Learn video series “The Unknown St. Francis“! Click Here to Listen.
Roadmap to Heaven. Host Adam Wright talks with Teresa Tomeo about the new EWTN Learn video series “The Unknown St. Francis” about the special places in Italy in the life of St. Francis of Assisi! Click Here to Listen.
Discover ‘The Unknown St. Francis of Assisi’ in New ‘EWTN Learn’ Series. Teresa Tomeo hosts in Italy, walking in the footsteps of Francis. Click Here to Read.
Watch the Free EWTN Learn Series about all the important places in Italy in the life of St. Francis of Assisi! Teresa Tomeo guides you with 8 short episodes, 6 minutes or under, with beautiful videography and a downloadable Study Guide!
The Real Presence Radio Network invited Teresa Tomeo to discuss her recent visit to see and venerate the relics of St. Francis in Assisi, Italy. Click Here to Listen to her interview on Real Presence Live.
Catholic Exchange. It Is in Dying that We Are Born to Eternal Life. Teresa Tomeo visited the exposed relics of St. Francis in Assisi. She writes about how St. Francis’ Relics Remind Pilgrims about the Importance of Dying to Self During Lent and Beyond. Click Here to Read.
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