It's Last Call! Catholic apologist, Trent Horn, is back to absolutely DESTROY Atheism (in a nice way) alongside host, Matt Fradd. Pints: Last Call Ep. 9 - - - 📚Resources Mentioned: Answering Atheism: https://a.co/d/0iHQHM1R - - - Today’s Sponsors: Hallow: Deepen your personal relationship with God today. Visit https://hallow.com/MattFradd to get 3 months free. Seven Weeks Coffee: Save up to 25% with promo code 'PINTS' at https://sevenweekscoffee.com/PINTS Exodus 90: Download the Exodus 90 app t...
Apr 09, 2026•47 min
In this conversation, Matt welcomes Sister Magnificat Rose and Sister Mary Grace of the Sisters of Life, a religious community founded in 1991 by Cardinal O'Connor to protect the sacredness of human life. The sisters share their vocation stories, the transformative encounters they have with strangers simply by wearing the habit, and the profound ministry they offer to women facing crisis pregnancies. The conversation weaves together deeply personal reflections on self-reliance, God's mercy, sham...
Apr 06, 2026•2 hr 26 min
Matt Fradd takes on one of the New Atheist movement's most popular catchphrases, "Do Extraordinary Claims Require Extraordinary Evidence?" and puts it to the test against the historical case for the resurrection of Jesus. - - - Become a Daily Wire Member and watch all of our content ad-free: https://www.dailywire.com/subscribe 📲 Download the free Daily Wire app today on iPhone, Android, Roku, Apple TV, Samsung, and more. - - - 📕 Get my newest book, Jesus Our Refuge, here: https://a.co/d/bD...
Apr 05, 2026•10 min
Blessed Triduum, friends. To ring in Holy Week and soon the Easter season philosopher and theologian Dr. Trent Dougherty is here to make the case that the Resurrection of Jesus Christ is not just a matter of faith it's historically defensible. Using the "Three E's" framework (Empty Tomb, Eyewitnesses, and Early Creeds), he walks through why secular scholars and believers alike have strong rational grounds for concluding that the Resurrection actually happened. Pints: Last Call Ep. 8 - - - 📚Reso...
Apr 02, 2026•41 min
Father Simon Esshaki, a Chaldean Catholic priest from San Diego with over 500K TikTok followers joins Matt to talk about why he became a priest, what celibacy actually means, confession and how to pursue sainthood no matter your state in life. Ep. 572 - - - 📚 Resources mentioned: True Devotion to Mary by Saint Louis de Montfort: https://a.co/d/09d9YDsY Litanies of the Heart by Jerry Crete: https://a.co/d/085DNhnW - - - Today's Sponsors: St. Paul Center: Share your faith with others this Easter ...
Mar 30, 2026•2 hr 9 min
Pints of Aquinas turns 10 years old today! From the very first podcast episode, “Who Are You, St. Thomas?” to praying to the good Lord that the elevator would work when Dr. Jordan Peterson arrived in Steubenville, Ohio. To FINALLY having Dr. Brant Pitre on and joining The Daily Wire - thank you for being here along the way and praise God for good he is working through these conversations. All glory to God. Cheers. 📚 Resources Mentioned: New Evidence for the Shroud of Turin: (Fr. Andrew Dalton) ...
Mar 29, 2026•17 min
It's Last Call! Catholic apologist, Joe Heschmeyer, is back to absolutely DESTROY Mormonism (in a nice way) alongside host, Matt Fradd. Pints: Last Call Ep. 7 - - - 📚Resources Mentioned: Mere Christianity by C.S. Lewis: https://www.amazon.com/Mere-Christianity-C-S-Lewis/dp/0060652926 The Belief of Catholics by Ronald Knox: https://www.amazon.com/Belief-Catholics-Ronald-Knox/dp/1587310066 The Catechism of the Catholic Church: https://www.usccb.org/beliefs-and-teachings/what-we-believe/catechism/...
Mar 26, 2026•44 min
This episode's mature themes may not be suitable for children. Catholic philosopher and epistemologist, Dr. Trent Dougherty, joins Pints to tackle the age-old question: what does it even mean to know something? The conversation weaves between rigorous philosophical debate - Descartes, Gettier, justified true belief and vulnerable personal territory where Dougherty shares his battles with the inner demons that plagued his pursuit of success. Ep. 571 - - - 📚 Resources Mentioned: Books • Introduct...
Mar 23, 2026•3 hr 17 min
It’s Last Call! Matt Fradd is taking voicemails and sitting down with Sr. Mary Rachel Capets to discuss how to hear God’s voice and know what you’re meant to do with your life. Pints: Last Call Ep. 6 - - - 📚 Resource Mentioned: And You Are Christ's: The Charism of Virginity and the Celibate Life: https://a.co/d/0bJ6djy5 - - - Today's Sponsors: Hallow: Deepen your personal relationship with God today. Visit https://hallow.com/MattFradd to get 3 months free. Good Ranchers: Get $25 off your first ...
Mar 19, 2026•59 min
Martin Shaw is a mythologist, storyteller, and New York Times bestselling author of Liturgies of the Wild: Myths That Make Us. Together, Matt and Martin discuss the power of fairy tales, the need for a quest, and a profound 101 night vigil in the woods that lead Shaw to Christianity. Whisky and cigars included. Ep. 570 - - - 📚 More About Dr. Martin Shaw: Liturgies of the Wild: Myths That Make Us: https://a.co/d/03ZWk5Qg Learn More: https://drmartinshaw.com Dr. Martin Shaw is a writer, mythograp...
Mar 16, 2026•1 hr 51 min
It's Last Call! Catholic biblical scholar, Dr. Brant Pitre, is back to absolutely DESTROY heretical TikTokers (in a nice way) with Last Call host, Matt Fradd. Pints: Last Call Ep. 5 📚Resources Mentioned: The Case for Jesus: https://a.co/d/0gPXFWeA What Are the Gospels? https://a.co/d/03Ehs8j2 Jimmy Akin vs Bart Ehrman Debate: https://youtu.be/Zn7lmu0pek0?si=_g1gVA9eGjlmxmmT https://truthly.ai https://www.catholic.com https://www.vatican.va - - - Today's Sponsors: PreBorn: Make a difference for ...
Mar 12, 2026•41 min
Catholic apologist, Brian Holdsworth, joins Matt Fradd to discuss Pope Leo's papacy, the loss of modesty in today's culture as well as the current attrition rate in the church, how to raise families in authentic community, and the role classical literature plays in human formation. Ep. 569 -- -- – 💻 More About Brian Holdsworth: YouTube: Youtube.com/@BrianHoldsworth The Gregory The Great Institute: https://www.gregorythegreat.ca/ - - - Today's Sponsors: Seven Weeks Coffee - Save up to 25% with p...
Mar 09, 2026•3 hr 16 min
In today's Last Call, Matt Fradd lays out the "Islamic Dilemma." He then sits down with Father Jason Charron to discuss the growing phenomenon of Muslims converting to Christianity. Together they announce an upcoming pilgrimage opportunity to journey to the Seven Churches of Revelation. Join them in Turkey October 27 - November 6, 2026! 📚Resources Mentioned: Pilgrimage to Turkey: https://www.signaturetours.com/JCharron26 PWA with David Wood: https://youtu.be/qOjtBsyJ5V4?si=ayg96aWd8PZCfppz Pint...
Mar 06, 2026•45 min
Dr. Thomas Madden, Professor of Medieval History and Director of the Center for Medieval and Renaissance Studies at Saint Louis University, sits down to set the record straight on the Crusades. Demystifying one of history's most misunderstood chapters. Dr. Madden draws on 30 years of scholarship and archival work to trace the full arc of the Crusades from their origins in centuries of Muslim expansion to the catastrophic Fourth Crusade's sack of Constantinople. Whether you think the Crusades wer...
Mar 02, 2026•2 hr 13 min
In this episode of Last Call, Matt shares his personal journey from agnostic teenager to committed Catholic, and answers your questions on the topic of conversion. Then, Matt sits down with renowned Catholic theologian, Dr. Scott Hahn, who reflects candidly on what advice he would give his 1986 self upon converting to Catholicism, including the mistakes he made with friends, family, and within his own marriage in his early zeal. Pints: Last Call Ep. 3 - - - 📚Resources Mentioned: Does God Exist:...
Feb 27, 2026•1 hr
Catholic apologist Joe Heschmeyer stops by to discuss his debate with LDS apologist and the theological problems with LDS beliefs. Later on they discuss the toxic culture of online apologetics, dating advice and practical tips for breaking phone addiction. Ep. 567 - - - Today's Sponsors: Seven Weeks Coffee: Save up to 25% with promo code 'PINTS' at https://sevenweekscoffee.com/PINTS Cowguys - Visit https://tallowdeodorant.shop and get a beef tallow balm for free. Charity Mobile - Visit https://c...
Feb 23, 2026•2 hr 44 min
Lent is here! Matt Fradd and Brian Holdsworth discuss the Catholic Church’s teachings on fasting and how to strike the balance between challenging yourself this Lent without overcommitting. Pour yourself a drink and kick back it’s, Last Call. Pints: Last Call Ep. 2 📲More From Brian Holdsworth: Site: https://brianholdsworth.ca YouTube: https://youtube.com/brianholdsworth Facebook: https://facebook.com/brianholdsworthmedia - - - Today's Sponsors: Hallow - Deepen your personal relationship with Go...
Feb 20, 2026•42 min
Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. joins Matt Fradd for an in-depth conversation about Eucharistic miracles, the real presence of Christ, and the spiritual life. Fr. Pine shares his research on miraculous hosts that have turned to human heart tissue, how to detect pride and narcissism in ourselves, and offers practical wisdom on prayer, the dangers of social media, and why showing up in God's presence, even with our mess, is what Jesus desires most. Ep. 566 📲 Connect with Fr. Gregory: The Thomistic Institu...
Feb 16, 2026•2 hr 37 min
Who was St. Valentine, and what does his feast day have to do with the commercialized holiday we celebrate today? Matt Fradd explores the fascinating (and surprisingly murky) history of the patron saint of love, sharing moving stories of his faith, courage, and martyrdom from early Church tradition. - - - Today's Sponsor: Catholic Match - Download the app or head to https://CatholicMatch.com and find your forever. - - - Become a Daily Wire Member and watch all of our content ad-free: https://ww...
Feb 13, 2026•11 min
Introducing Last Call, an evening show with Matt Fradd for those of you that need another round. Kick back and enjoy as Fr. Gregory Pine and Matt Fradd reminisce on the various Pints sets of yore and join us in prayer as Father bestows an Epiphany blessing upon the new studio. Pints: Last Call Ep. 1 📚More From Fr. Gregory: The Thomistic Institute: https://youtube.com/@thomisticinstitute?si=jU6yRx4HrRgWi0oh Godsplaining Podcast: https://godsplaining.org/ Your Eucharistic Identity: https://a.co/d...
Feb 13, 2026•53 min
Catholic apologist Trent Horn opens up about his wife's brain tumor, the toxicity plaguing online Catholic discourse, and why he now sends his scripts to critics before publishing. This wide-ranging conversation covers everything from dating culture and Gen Z struggles to practical advice for Protestants considering Catholicism. A candid, honest discussion about faith, suffering, and how to evangelize with both truth and love. Ep. 565 📲 Connect with Trent: Instagram: @counseloftrentpodcast/ You...
Feb 09, 2026•2 hr 35 min
Today Matt is joined by his good wife, Cameron Fradd, to give a life update and announce, Last Call, a new series from Matt for those of you that need another round. Kick back and enjoy this short, fun evening show as Matt responds to your questions, rants about his latest fixation and maybe even roasts some tiktok heretics - with guests dropping by along the way. Pints: Last Call Ep. 0 - - - Today's Sponsors: Seven Weeks Coffee: Save up to 25% with promo code 'PINTS' at https://sevenweekscoffee...
Feb 06, 2026•39 min
Sister Mary Rachel, OP, Director of Novices for the Nashville Dominicans, joins Pints With Aquinas host Matt Fradd to discuss how to identify your vocation, obedience to your call, and what to do if you haven't found yours yet. Sister provides a joyful and peaceful witness to the beauty and importance of female religious life as part of a healthy Church. Ep. 564 🙏 Connect with the Nashville Dominicans: https://www.nashvilledominican.org - - - Today's Sponsors: Hallow: Deepen your personal relat...
Feb 02, 2026•1 hr 52 min
In a rare virtual episode His Excellency Bishop Athanasius Schneider, Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Maria Santissima in Astana, Kazakhstan joins Pints With Aquinas host, Matt Fradd, to discuss his private meeting with Pope Leo XIV, the war on the Latin Mass, Europe's demographic transformation, and why young people are flooding back to traditional Catholicism. His Excellency delivers powerful and unflinching analysis of the Catholic Church's current crisis while offering profound hope f...
Jan 26, 2026•1 hr 3 min
Episodes one and two of the 7-part epic The Pendragon Cycle: Rise of the Merlin are streaming now on DailyWire+, with new episodes premiering every Thursday. 🍿 Watch Episode 1 "Island of the Mighty" here: https://dwplus.watch/ThePendragonEp1 - - - Become a Daily Wire Member and watch all of our content ad-free: https://www.dailywire.com/subscribe - - - Privacy Policy: https://www.dailywire.com/privacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Jan 24, 2026•2 min
Daniel Suazo @thejewishcatholic, joins Pints With Aquinas host, Matt Fradd, to share his extraordinary journey from Judaism to the Catholic Church. Daniel, who lives in Tokyo, Japan, discusses his Jewish heritage, his deep dive into Judaism, and the theological discoveries that ultimately led him to Christ. This episode explores the connections between ancient Judaism and Catholicism, common misconceptions about the Talmud, Christian Zionism and dispensationalism, and how Catholics can better ev...
Jan 19, 2026•2 hr 55 min
Dr. Brant Pitre joins Host of Pints With Aquinas, Matt Fradd to present compelling historical evidence for the reliability of the New Testament, Jesus' claims to divinity, and the resurrection. Drawing from ancient manuscripts, Jewish prophecy, and Old Testament fulfillment, Dr. Pitre makes a powerful case for Christianity for believers and skeptics alike. Ep. 561 - - - Today's Sponsors: Catholic Match - Download the app or head to https://CatholicMatch.com and find your forever. PrayR Group -...
Jan 12, 2026•3 hr 12 min
In this interview, Matt sits down with William Albrecht for a discussion about the Blessed Virgin Mary, the biblical foundations for our beliefs about Mary, what Protestant Reformers (particularly Luther) believed about Mary, what Catholics get wrong about Mary, plus Eastern Orthodoxy, the papacy, and more! Enjoy! Ep. 560 - - - 📕 Get my newest book, Jesus Our Refuge, here: https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Our-Refuge-Matt-Fradd/dp/1968630023/ 🍺 Want to Support Pints With Aquinas? 🍺 Get episodes a ...
Jan 12, 2026•1 hr 45 min
In today's interview, Matt sits down with Fr. Mark-Mary Ames, CFR for his third appearance on Pints with Aquinas. The conversation focuses on prayer (particularly the Rosary), finding refuge in Jesus in the midst of a chaotic world, the division we experience today on social media, God's mercy, what religious life and the priesthood are like, plus answers to questions from Locals supporters. 📚 Get my newest book, Jesus Our Refuge, here: https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Our-Refuge-Matt-Fradd/dp/1968...
Dec 23, 2025•2 hr 35 min
To most, the Incarnation is so familiar that we have lost touch with what a scandal the manger would have been in its time. In this Advent and Christmas episode, Matt Fradd welcomes Biblical scholar, Dr. Scott Hahn, to examine prophetic texts of the Old Testament that lay the ground for the arrival of the Christ child, covenants that prepared the way, and the earth shattering reality of God becoming an embryo. Together they uncover the layers and depth of the Christmas scriptures and God's plan ...
Dec 15, 2025•2 hr 13 min
