“Can non-Catholics be saved?” This episode explores this crucial question while also touching on the Catholic Answers Cruise and the implications of a shrinking population. Additionally, we delve into intriguing topics like the Louvre heist and Jud Apatow’s experience with ahawaska and his vision of Jesus, offering a diverse range of insights. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:00 –...
Oct 30, 2025
“What happened when the Louvre was robbed?” In this episode of Flannel Panel, we explore intriguing topics including a man’s encounter with God and the recent decision by a mayor to place Catholic statues in a public building. We also touch on the implications of a shrinking population, offering a diverse range of discussions for listeners. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:00 – Tw...
Oct 29, 2025
“Can you explain the concept of the Trinity in simple terms?” This episode delves into the foundational beliefs of Catholicism, addressing questions such as why Catholics pray to saints instead of going directly to God, and the significance of the Eucharist in the faith. Join us as we explore these essential topics and more. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 03:00 – Can you explain th...
Oct 29, 2025
“How can the Mass be Jesus’ single offering and Purgatory?” This episode explores the relationship between the Mass and sanctification, addressing why Catholics may still feel imperfect after attending. Additionally, we delve into the doctrine of purgatory, the meaning of ‘the heaven and the new earth,’ and the role of laypeople in distributing communion. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Cove...
Oct 28, 2025
“Why is Mary Called Co-redemptrix?” In this episode of Why Aren’t You Catholic? , we discuss the process of converting to Catholicism, the importance of catechism for families, and how to engage with loved ones about faith. Join us for a thoughtful discussion on these essential aspects of Catholic belief. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 03:00 – I’m converting to Catholicism. How do ...
Oct 28, 2025
Debunking Lies About “Hitler’s Pope” In this episode, Cy Kellett discusses the legacy and myths around Pope Pius XII with Michael Knowles. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 17:33 – What should we think of Pope Pius’ legacy? 21:50 – How does a conservative Catholic view Gaza? 30:51 – Can you help me meditate on the fourth and fifth glorious mysteries? 35:42 – Did Sedevacantism start af...
Oct 27, 2025
“What is the significance of the Immaculate Conception?” This episode delves into this controversial belief, while also addressing how to explain purgatory to non-Catholics and the Catholic understanding of the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist. Join us as we explore these essential topics and more in Catholic apologetics. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 03:00 – What is the s...
Oct 25, 2025
“Can Catholics celebrate Halloween?” This episode explores this timely question along with intriguing topics such as George Washington’s potential deathbed conversion to Catholicism and the marital status of Pharisees. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:15 – Can Catholics Celebrate Halloween? 21:19 – Do we know if George Washington had a deathbed conversion to Catholicism? 34:04 – W...
Oct 24, 2025
“What if someone doesn’t think they need to be saved?” In this episode, we explore this question alongside discussions about how one can navigate the teachings of Christianity while seeking a relationship with God, and the struggles of an agnostic who is drawn to Christianity yet grapples with free will and the Resurrection. We also touch on the significance of the Rosary in the Catholic faith. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Ca...
Oct 24, 2025
“How can a man discern his call to the priesthood?” This episode explores this vital question while also addressing how parents can discuss the priesthood with their children. Additionally, we touch on helping kids identify their gifts and supporting a child’s discernment between motherhood and religious life. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:00 – How Can a Man Learn If He is Call...
Oct 23, 2025
“Can you explain Holy Water?” In this episode, we delve into its purpose, history, and use, while also addressing a variety of intriguing questions, such as the significance of a shrine housing a piece of the manger and the early Church’s beliefs regarding the Assumption. Join us for a thoughtful exploration of these important topics. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:57 – Ava repo...
Oct 23, 2025
“Are relics biblical?” In this episode, we explore the significance of saint bones and the authenticity of relics, addressing questions like how the Church determines which objects become relics and whether any have performed miracles in modern times. We also discuss the placement of Eucharistic miracles in reliquaries and the distribution of relics across churches. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Que...
Oct 22, 2025
“How do you prove God exists without science?” This episode explores the intersection of faith and reason, addressing questions like how to engage with skeptics who demand scientific proof, the challenges faced by those seeking answers about Catholicism, and the complexities surrounding priest celibacy in the early Church. Tune in for a thoughtful exploration of these important topics. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicans...
Oct 22, 2025
“Can non-Catholics be saved?” This episode explores this critical question while also addressing concerns about pride masses in local parishes, the nature of apostolic churches, and the intercession of saints. Join us as we navigate these important topics and provide clarity on Catholic beliefs and practices. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 06:37 – I just became Catholic and a Catho...
Oct 21, 2025
“What Similarities Are There Between Catholics and Lutherans?” In this episode, we explore key differences between Catholicism and the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, discuss ways to encourage others to return to the faith through the Eucharist, and delve into the significance of focus during the Eucharistic liturgy. Tune in for a thoughtful examination of these important topics. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswerssp...
Oct 21, 2025
“Do specifics about the Eucharist really matter?” This episode dives into the significance of the Eucharist, exploring questions like why eucharistic miracles occur and the importance of distinguishing between consubstantiation and transubstantiation. Join us as we also discuss the implications of consuming blessed bread from an orthodox church and the historical tradition of the Eucharist in tabernacles. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your paris...
Oct 20, 2025
“Can God hear our mental prayer?” This episode explores the nuances of prayer and divine communication, alongside intriguing questions about the establishment of early churches by the apostles, the concept of infallibility, and the comparison between the Catholic and Pentecostal churches. Tune in for a thoughtful examination of these important topics. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered:...
Oct 18, 2025
“What is the biblical evidence against the great apostasy?” In this episode, we explore this critical question alongside topics such as the Church’s stance on the death penalty and self-defense, the validity of the Eucharist in other apostolic churches, and the historical development of the papacy. Join us for a thoughtful examination of these important issues. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Question...
Oct 17, 2025
“Can The Brown Scapular Save You from Hell?” In this episode, we explore the significance of the brown scapular and its role in salvation. Additionally, we tackle questions about Galatians 3 and its implications for the chosen people, recommend resources for transitioning from atheism to theism, and discuss St. Ignatius of Antioch’s self-identification in his letters. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Q...
Oct 17, 2025
“Did Vatican II make us too kind to other religions?” This episode explores the implications of Vatican II on interfaith relations, alongside questions about the historical treatment of Catholics by certain Jewish sects, the Vatican’s role during the Holocaust, and how to reconcile Jesus’ claims with the beliefs of Judaism and Islam. Tune in for a thoughtful examination of these important topics. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit ...
Oct 16, 2025
“Responding to Attacks on the Papacy” This episode explores the role of the pope in the Catholic Church, addressing questions like the implications of priest celibacy in light of 1 Timothy 3 and the reasoning behind Timothy’s circumcision by Paul. Additionally, we delve into the Church’s stance on alcohol and its interpretation of love in Romans. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:3...
Oct 16, 2025
“How To Respond to ‘Catholics Oppose Science'” This episode tackles the perception that the Catholic Church opposes progress, addressing historical issues like Galileo and monarchies. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 03:59 – What do you say to the person who says they are not Catholic because the Catholic Church has always opposed progress and they give you a smorgasbord of reasons? ...
Oct 15, 2025
“The Future of Catholic Education” This episode explores the vital role of parents in their children’s education, especially in Catholic schools. We also tackle concerns about the fairness of classical education in Catholic versus public schools, and how to advocate for a strong Catholic curriculum amidst changing educational standards. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 19:01 – I’m in...
Oct 15, 2025
“What led to our current crisis of identity?” In this episode, we explore the complexities of identity in today’s society, touching on topics such as the experiences of LGBTQ individuals and the political landscape surrounding these issues. We also discuss how religious orders are addressing the needs of those facing identity crises, providing a comprehensive look at this pressing topic. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholica...
Oct 14, 2025
“Every Objection to The Papacy Answered” This episode dives into the role of Peter and the significance of Rome in the context of papal authority. Explore questions like whether the Bible indicates Peter’s presence in Rome and how 1 Peter 5:13 supports this claim, along with discussions on the implications of Paul rebuking Peter and the nature of papal fallibility. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Ques...
Oct 14, 2025
“Every Objection to The Papacy Answered” This episode explores the complexities of papal authority, addressing questions like whether the papacy is unbiblical and if Peter was ever in Rome. Tune in as we also delve into the implications of Paul’s relationship with Peter and the significance of “Babylon” in 1 Peter 5:13. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 03:22 – Why do people object to...
Oct 13, 2025
“Are the Jewish People Still God’s Chosen People?” In this episode, Jimmy Akin answers biblical questions from callers. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:35 – I heard a claim that writing goes back 20 or 30 thousand years, and that Jesus was taking things from these texts, and also that Noah’s flood was copied from one of these ancient texts. Is this true? 17:17 – It seems like lib...
Oct 11, 2025
“Who are the 144,000 in the book of Revelation?” This episode delves into this intriguing question while also exploring topics such as St. Peter’s understanding of Jesus’ identity, the relationship between Islam and Freemasonry, and the implications of Genesis regarding Ham and his father. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on these diverse theological inquiries. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.co...
Oct 10, 2025
“Why Aren’t You Christian?” In this episode we ask callers why they are not Christian, and we answer any questions they have about the Catholic faith. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 16:00 – Am I doing the wrong thing by not becoming a Catholic? 24:55 – My non-Christian brother says he’s not Christian because the God of the Old Testament is not a loving God. 42:12 – I have studied r...
Oct 10, 2025
“Is annulment just Catholic divorce?” This episode explores the nuances of annulment in the Catholic Church, addressing common misconceptions. Additionally, we tackle questions about the implications of not becoming Catholic, the significance of burying a St. Joseph statue, and the challenges of faith in the context of differing beliefs. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:30 – Is an...
Oct 09, 2025
