The Betrayal of MAGA
Thomas Massie’s defeat in his primary election shows that the Republican Party is Trump’s Party. But is that a good thing?
May 21, 2026•39 min
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Against Catholic Zionism
A Catholic Zionist organization recently released a theologically-confused manifesto titled “For Zion’s Sake: A Catholic Appeal in Support of Israel.” We’ll break down what it got wrong, and what Catholics should—and should not—believe about the modern state of Israel.
May 19, 2026•48 min
How Catholic is the SSPX?
As the SSPX episcopal consecrations approach, both the Vatican and the Society are issuing battling statements. Is there hope for a reconciliation?
May 15, 2026•38 min
Pope Leo After One Year
Pope Leo just celebrated his first anniversary in the papal office. How’s he doing? How should Catholics evaluate a pope’s time in office? Should they even do so?
May 12, 2026•48 min
Two Religions in One Church
Since the 1960’s two separate religions—progressive Catholicism and traditional Catholicism—have co-existed within the one Catholic Church. What does this mean for the future of the Church?
May 05, 2026•44 min
Can Being Nice Save the World? (Guest: Robert Greving)
In an era of bombastic politicians and online personalities, being polite, nice, and courteous has taken a back seat. But today’s guest believes it should be front-and-center again, and that it’s essential to the Church’s mission to save souls.
May 01, 2026•1 hr 4 min
The Tragedy of the Ecumenical Movement
The meeting between Pope Leo and the female “Archbishop” of Canterbury puts in stark contrast what’s been true for decades: the ecumenical movement is a failed project that’s become a farce.
Apr 28, 2026•43 min
Exploring Our Origins: How Evolution Contradicts Both Faith and Reason (Guest: Steve Greene)
Theistic evolution has become a quasi-official Catholic position these days. But today’s guest exposes the fundamental flaws in this worldview and how it contradicts both the Catholic Faith and scientific findings.
Apr 24, 2026•1 hr 22 min
Responding to Trump Defenders & Leo Critics
We’ve recently published a number of articles critical of President Trump and praising Pope Leo, and we’ve heard from many readers in disagreement. We want to address the most common objections.
Apr 21, 2026•55 min
The Church is the New Israel (Guest: Dr. Matthew Tsakanikas)
Theology professor Dr. Matthew Tsakanikas explains how the whole of Catholic Tradition—from St. Paul to Vatican II—has taught that the Church is the new Israel, and how that should impact our view of the modern state of Israel and the Zionist project.
Apr 17, 2026•1 hr 16 min
Pope Leo vs. President Trump: Whose Side Are You On?
President Trump launched an attack on Pope Leo this past weekend after the pontiff continued to criticize the Israeli-US war against Iran. What side should American Catholics take in this battle?
Apr 14, 2026•43 min
The Catholic Understanding of Salvation
What does it mean to be redeemed? To be justified? To be saved? These theological terms are often confused by Christians, and debated between Protestants and Catholics.
Apr 02, 2026•27 min
Are Catholic Converts Antisemitic?
A recent article at the Daily Wire argued that a “troubling pattern is emerging” among new Catholic converts; it claims that many are antisemitic. Is this true? And what is the proper attitude of Catholics toward the Jewish people?
Mar 31, 2026•45 min
Why Communion in the Hand Should Be Banned
Bishop Athanasius Schneider joins us to talk about the sources of today's widespread indifference and disbelief toward the Eucharist, and what we can do to combat it.
Mar 27, 2026•40 min
The Return of the Pachamama
It was recently discovered that Fr. Robert Prevost—the future Pope Leo XIV—likely participated in a pachamama ritual in 1995 when he was a South American missionary priest. What are Catholics to do with this information?
Mar 24, 2026•40 min
Remaking Jesus
Most problems in the Church today can be reduced to a single cause: we’ve remade Jesus into our modern image of what Christ should be instead of being faithful to the Jesus Christ of the Gospels.
Mar 20, 2026•33 min
The Death of the Republic
While infighting has become rampant in the MAGA movement, does it really matter? Has the Deep State already killed our country’s Democratic-Republic experiment?
Mar 17, 2026•53 min
The Purpose of the Mass
The Mass is the most important activity Catholics engage in, yet I’ve found that most Catholics don’t really understand its purpose. We’ll break it down today.
Mar 13, 2026•36 min
Are We in a Religious War?
The current Israeli-American war against Iran involves the three great monotheistic religions of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, which imparts the conflict with serious religious implications. We’ll look at how this war is—and isn’t—a religious war.
Mar 10, 2026•46 min
The Coming AI Apocalypse Isn’t What You Think
Whenever the looming threat of an AI-world is discussed, the biggest fear often expressed is a Terminator- or Matrix-like apocalypse that would wipe out the human race. That’s not going to happen, and it’s actually a distraction from the real apocalyptic threats posed by artificial intelligence.
Mar 05, 2026•39 min
The Unjust War with Iran
With the launching of a US-Israeli war against Iran, we’ll look at this conflict from both a moral and political perspective.
Mar 03, 2026•55 min
The Rosary Changed My Life
Even though the Rosary is immensely popular among Catholics, I’m convinced that its power is still underestimated. Learn how the Rosary changed my life and can change yours as well.
Feb 28, 2026•40 min
JD Vance: The Great Catholic Political Hope? (Guest: Frank DeVito)
JD Vance is one of the most practicing Catholic politicians of our time…and he may be the next President of the United States. How should Catholics evaluate Vance and what could his impact be on the country and the Church going forward?
Feb 26, 2026•55 min
The SSPX Mess: Where Do We Go From Here?
Relations between the Vatican and the SSPX have deteriorated quickly. We'll look at how we got to this point, and if there is any path to reconciliation going forward.
Feb 24, 2026•45 min
The Fullness of Time: Christianity Fulfills More Than Judaism
We often hear that Christianity is the fulfillment of Judaism, and that’s true. But it’s also the fulfillment of two other ancient cultures, and the Lord used all three in the fullness of time to bring about the fullness of the true faith.
Feb 21, 2026•36 min
The Epic Lord of the Rings (Guest: Joseph Pearce)
Seventy years after its publication, and twenty-five years since the movies were released, the Lord of the Rings continues to be a cultural phenomenon. We talk with literary and Tolkien expert Joseph Pearce about its impact and its underlying message. We also get his take on the Peter Jackson film adaptations.
Feb 20, 2026•1 hr
The State of Traditionalism Under Pope Leo
Under Pope Benedict, relations between traditional Catholics and the Vatican were friendly; under Pope Francis, they were openly hostile. What is the state of that relationship under Pope Leo?
Feb 17, 2026•43 min
7 Steps to Get Started Fasting
Fasting is an essential part of the Christian life, but most modern Christians are terrible at fasting. Is it because we’re weak, or because we don’t know how to do it? We’ll break down the practical steps to get started fasting.
Feb 14, 2026•39 min
The Digital Archduke: The Habsburg Legacy in the Internet Age
How does a member of the Habsburg family—which for centuries ruled the Holy Roman Empire and other parts of Europe—continue the family’s legacy today? For Archduke Eduard Habsburg, it’s by sharing the Catholic Faith and Habsburg family values online and to everyone he encounters.
Feb 12, 2026•1 hr 13 min
Church Shopping and the SSPX Option
“Church shopping” has been a hotly debated topic in the Catholic world lately, and there’s a lot of bad advice being given out there. We’ll take a look at a Catholic’s obligations when it comes to finding a parish, including the “nuclear option”: the SSPX.
Feb 10, 2026•44 min
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