When You Find Out You're Super Annoying
Fr. Mike confesses to Fr. Jacob that he's discovered a new vice to add to his list of favorites...but then the Christian twist! In his weakness, Jesus will be proved stronger.
Mar 07, 2025•51 min
Catholic Stuff You Should Know
A lighthearted exploration of various prominent and obscure Catholic topics.
Episodes
To Heights and Unto Depths, Part 4
Join Fr. John and Fr. Sean for the final episode of their podcast series on Fr. John's new book, To Heights and Unto Depths: Letters from the Colorado Trail. In this episode, they delve into several chapters of the book, touching on manhood and Mary's fiat.
Feb 27, 2025•50 min
Yes Mother
In this week’s episode, "Yes Mother", Fr. Jacob is joined by Fr. Mike. Inspired by John Henry Newman’s A Grammar of Assent, they discuss the importance of assenting to truth while maintaining a thoughtful and open mind.
Feb 21, 2025•1 hr 10 min
To Heights and Unto Depths, Part 3
In this episode, Fr. John and Fr. Sean revisit Fr. John's transformative experience along the Colorado Trail. Fr. John shares how his encounter with creation opened a deeper connection to God, allowing him to more fully participate in God's being.
Feb 14, 2025•41 min
What's God's Favorite Animal?
Fr. Mike and Fr. Jacob talk about donkeys in the Bible. Awesome!
Feb 06, 2025•48 min
To Heights and Unto Depths, Part 2
In this week's episode, Father Sean and Father John continue their discussion of Fr. John's new book, To Heights and Unto Depths, with Father Sean sharing more about his personal experience on the trail.
Jan 31, 2025•45 min
More Catholic Stuff You Want to Know
To celebrate 15 years of "Catholic Stuff You Should Know," the four hosts reunite for a special episode answering questions submitted by you, the listeners! Join them as they dive into your burning questions about the faith.
Jan 23, 2025•1 hr 24 min
The Number of the Beast
It’s episode #666 and instead of skipping over it, Fr. Jacob and Fr. Mike dive into the scriptural meaning of the number 666 and the mark of the beast exploring various interpretations: historical, scriptural and even some of Fr. Mike's personal theories.
Jan 16, 2025•1 hr 2 min
To Heights and Unto Depths, Part 1
In this special episode, Fr. John and Fr. Sean dive into the inspiration and journey behind Fr. John’s newly published book, To Heights and Unto Depths. Join the hosts as Fr. John shares spiritual reflections, and experiences that sparked the writing of this book and his invitation for readers to explore the heights of faith and the depths of the human experience.
Jan 09, 2025•48 min
YOLO: Thus Spake the Preacher
Fr. Mike and Fr. Jacob sit at the feet of an ancient wise man, and ask whether meeting Jesus will flip his age-old ambitions.
Jan 04, 2025•54 min
Merry Christmas from CSYSK
The hosts want to wish listener land a very Merry Christmas. Be sure to celebrate! We’ll see you in the new year!
Dec 26, 2024•9 min
An Incarnational Pilgrimage
Fr. Sean is joined by former host, Fr. Michael O'Loughlin, for a special conversation about their upcoming pilgrimage to Rome, along with a discussion on the Incarnation.
Dec 20, 2024•49 min
Light in the Darkness
Listen in as Fr. John and Fr. Jacob offer reflections on Advent, light, and darkness. May this episode illuminate your Advent season as you wait, hope, and prepare for the coming of Christ, the true light of the world.
Dec 12, 2024•44 min
The True King Above Kings
What makes for world peace? Join Fr. Mike and Fr. Sean as they explore the Kingdom of King Jesus and the failed attempts of other kings.
Dec 07, 2024•38 min
Prayer as the Fundamental Act of the Creature
In this week's episode, Fr. John and Fr. Jacob dive into the insights of Ferdinand Ulrich's essay "Prayer as the Fundamental Act of the Creature." Together, they explore the idea that prayer is not just an activity, but the most essential and foundational aspect of our existence.
Nov 28, 2024•49 min
To Err is Human
Join Fr. Sean and Fr. Mike as they dive into the power of perseverance through adversity and the importance of building discipline in our everyday lives.
Nov 21, 2024•55 min
The Catholic Stuff Metaverse
Join Fr. John and Fr. Jacob as they explore some fascinating Catholic Stuff You Should Know history and discuss the powerful role of narrative in drawing people in.
Nov 15, 2024•53 min
Pompeii
Join Fr. Mike and Fr. Sean for a quick dive into the history of Pompeii, St. Frances Cabrini, and Our Lady of the Rosary.
Nov 08, 2024•44 min
Man in the Dimension of Gift
Join Fr. John and Fr. Jacob, along with special guest Fr. David Hall, in this week’s episode as they discuss "Man and Woman He Created Them" more commonly known as Theology of the Body. They’ll focus on the spousal meaning of the body and the profound gift of self.
Oct 31, 2024•56 min
Citius, Altius, Fortius, Tardio, Inferior, Debilior
Join Fr. Mike and Fr. Sean as they inspire us to adopt a different perspective from the world around us. Rather than striving for faster, higher, and stronger, they invite us to embrace a lifestyle that's slower, lower and weaker.
Oct 24, 2024•50 min
Lepanto
Join Fr. Jacob and Fr. John as they welcome a special guest, Fr. David Hall, for a deep dive into the historical significance of the Battle of Lepanto and Our Lady of the Rosary. Tune in for an engaging discussion that blends history, faith, and devotion!
Oct 17, 2024•52 min
Head In The Clouds
Join hosts Fr. Mike and Fr. Sean as they explore the spiritual significance of clouds, viewing them as a profound veil of the unknowing.
Oct 10, 2024•51 min
Receive Your Mother
Join Fr. Jacob and Fr. John in this episode as they dive into the themes of the article "Mother Church: Can Receptivity Be Squared With Resistance?" They explore the dangers of a resistance first mindset, but also wrestle to discover the proper methods of disagreement, while emphasizing the importance and respect for hierarchy and tradition within the Church.
Oct 03, 2024•40 min
The Four Pillars of the Church
Join Fr. Sean and Fr. Mike in Episode 650 as they discuss Acts 2:42 and how the Four pillars of the early Church are still important for us today.
Sep 26, 2024•55 min
The Geography of the Human Person
In this week's episode, Fr. John and Fr. Jacob explore the depth of relationships with others and God, discussing privacy and intimacy inspired by Kenneth Schmitz's essay "The Geography of the Human Person."
Sep 19, 2024•54 min
Is Love the 5th Dimension?
Fr. Mike and Fr. Sean discuss the importance of knowing and loving God simultaneously.
Sep 12, 2024•55 min
Don't Come Dying to See Me
Join Fr. Sean and Fr. Jacob as they discuss the differences between Last Rites and the Anointing of the Sick. Their discussion provides valuable insights and tips on how to ensure timely and appropriate pastoral care.
Sep 05, 2024•48 min
The Weight of Glory
Join Fr. Mike and Fr. John this week as they explore C.S. Lewis' "The Weight of Glory" and the corporal works of mercy.
Aug 29, 2024•54 min
The Covenants of Old
Join Fr. Sean and Fr. Jacob as they explore the seven key biblical covenants and how these promises shape our faith today.
Aug 22, 2024•44 min
Olaf's Self-Reliance
In this week's episode, Father Mike and Father John take up the concept of self-reliance, one that has made its way into the Catholic spiritual lexicon but not found in the tradition. To do so, they will bring the Transcendentalist Ralph Waldo Emerson, who champions the term, into conversation with the Catholic novelist Sigrid Undset. As a male companion to "Kristin's Resentment" (episode #288, May 2017), their hope is to draw out the deeper meaning of self-reliance in Undset's Olav Au...
Aug 15, 2024•57 min