In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John are joined by Brad Miner, author of the book, The Compleat Gentleman, to discuss how any man can become a gentleman and how to avoid being a cartoonish version of a man. It is great conversing with an experienced gentleman, we hope you enjoy. What separates a boy from a man What separates a man from a gentleman How do we live chivalry in the modern world What are the three traits of a gentleman And more… Brad Miner is the senior editor of T...
Jan 05, 2022•1 hr 10 min
In this episode replay of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John unpack the tremendously rich patrimony the desert fathers have given the world but are lost in the west. We are joined by the knowledgable and experienced director, Fr. David Abernethy (An Oratorian), to go back to the roots of this spiritual tradition that is unmatched in its ability to overcome temptations and grow in unity with Christ. Learn how to actually strengthen your will, unite your heart and mind, and how a life not workin...
Dec 29, 2021•1 hr 9 min
In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John meet to go through 7 ways that men must live to be Holy. We go through the reasons for including these rules as a priority in your life to encounter and live authentic masculinity. These are 7 additional rules to the 6 spoken of previously. In this episode we discuss; Saints that give us models of holiness How Love and Defense of Our Lady brings purpose and joy to lives How to treat women in life that respects their dignity And More ADVENT ...
Dec 22, 2021•1 hr 10 min
In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John meet to go through 6 essential rules that every man must live to be a true Catholic Gentleman. We go through the reasons for making these rules a priority in your life to live as a man growing in holiness. We hoped to discuss 13 rules but only got through 6. In this episode we discuss; Why having boundaries and a rule is necessary for growing in holiness The inspiration of The Catholic Gentleman's Rule of Life How living these rules will he...
Dec 15, 2021•1 hr
In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John are joined by Dr. Chris Stroud, a convert from Atheism, to Christianity, to Catholicism. He is a Certified Medical Consultant in Fertility Care/NaProTechology and discusses what men need to do today to improve our society, our families, and ourselves. You will not want to miss this episode for yourself or for those you love. In this episode we discuss; How Napro Technology is Scientifically More Successful than IVF How NFP is understood in ...
Dec 09, 2021•1 hr 8 min
In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John discuss something that affects everyone today, either personally within yourself or with someone that you know and love. We draw from personal experience, professional experience, and the timeless wisdom of the Church to better handle anxiety and depression in the lives of men and what can be done to help. In this episode we discuss; How to understand anxiety and depression How the Church calls us to suffer with others How you can better lo...
Dec 01, 2021•57 min
In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam is joined by Fr. Dwight Longenecker to discuss why it is vitally important for a man to understand, live, and boldly confront evil as Christ's clear example and constant demand. Avoiding a nonconfrontational, feel good Gospel is not the way forward or the teachings of the Church. This widespread approach has created a wayward flock that indirectly teaches pacifism and has damaged uncountable lives. In this episode we discuss; How getting knocked out...
Nov 24, 2021•40 min
In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John are joined by Catholic convert and professional barber, Trey Plummer, to discuss why it is important for a man to look groomed and put together. Trey discusses his life as a protestant minister before his conversion and how Andy Griffith inspired him to become a barber. The look and presentation of a man are incredibly important to his pursuit of holiness and his ability to be taken seriously in life. In this episode we discuss; The importa...
Nov 18, 2021•1 hr 5 min
In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John meet with survivalist expert, Will Hince, to discuss his life while living in the wild for years. We learn from him how God has shown profound parallels to surviving in the outdoors to our growth in spiritual formation and holiness. We speak about the heart of a man, as well as later on in the episode, learn tips we should all know to be able to survive in the wild. In this episode we discuss; What step by step similarities are there with p...
Nov 10, 2021•1 hr 6 min
In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John go through Holy Writ and discuss 7 of the manliest men that are portrayed in Sacred Scripture. We discuss what makes these men masculine, holy, and a model example for us today. From battles, to sin, to repentance and transformation, we learn about their lives, their relationship with God, and how they embraced masculinity. In this episode we discuss; What makes a man authentic How Sacred Scripture teaches us about masculinity How a heart t...
Nov 03, 2021•1 hr 1 min
In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John are joined by legendary UFC Hall of Fame fighter, Bas Rutten, to discuss his life as a world champion fighter and how his Catholic Faith has changed everything he does. We have time to discuss his life of ultimate discipline and the similarities between physical training and spiritual combat. Bas's conversion to Faith is incredible and matches well with his life as a world-renowned fighter and MMA champion. In this episode we discuss; His c...
Oct 27, 2021•1 hr 14 min
In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John are joined by a 3rd Generation Master Luthier, Jarrett Schaub. As we work to build up a culture of holy men, we are blessed to have Jarrett share with us how to build guitars and how God has affected his life as a guitar maker, husband, and father. Join us as we discuss the joys of music, family, faith, and leisure. In this episode we discuss; How to get started making guitars How man needs leisure to become holy The greatest moment in buil...
Oct 20, 2021•57 min
In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John meet Kadesh Swanson, a Catholic artisan pipe maker, to discuss the joys of smoking a pipe and the benefits it has to our lives and souls. We go into the transcendentals inherently found in the craft of making high-quality pipes, as well as how fraternity, contemplation, and more can be found in smoking. Join us as we unpack the rich history of pipe smoking. In this episode we discuss; How to get started making pipes How pipe smoking is rich...
Oct 13, 2021•1 hr 10 min
The Catholic Gentleman is joined with Nathan Misirian who leads the Healing After Abortion Men's Task Force and works with Support After Abortion. Nathan discusses his work with men and why everyone needs to be aware of this reality and what each man can do to help. FREE VIRTUAL EVENT - Unraveling The Roots of Men's Trauma - https://www.menhealingfromtrauma.com Learn More About Nathan's Work - https://supportafterabortion.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 09, 2021•44 min
In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John unpack the tremendously rich patrimony the desert fathers have given the world but are lost in the west. We are joined by the knowledgable and experienced director, Fr. David Abernethy (An Oratorian), to go back to the roots of this spiritual tradition that is unmatched in its ability to overcome temptations and grow in unity with Christ. Learn how to actually strengthen your will, unite your heart and mind, and how a life not working on fr...
Oct 06, 2021•1 hr 11 min
In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John discuss the crisis of masculinity and gender confusion that is predominant in society. We ask the questions: What did God create in a man that is essential and what is non-essential? Is there a stature that is physically more representative of the Image of God? We discuss how society affects men, their images, their self-worth, and how this is what is really toxic to masculinity. In this episode we discuss; One truth all men must understand...
Sep 29, 2021•43 min
In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John meet with the one and only Charles Coulombe to discuss modern chivalry. They discuss the death of chivalry and how society is in desperate need of more chivalrous men. They go into how an allegiance to the Church and all her teachings is at the essence of authentic knighthood and masculinity. In this episode we discuss; The demise of modern society 12 books on chivalry every man should know How men are called to be knights for our time The ...
Sep 22, 2021•1 hr 14 min
In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John discuss how true success in life is measured. They bring up the pitfalls and temptations that men face in their pursuit of success and the best ways to overcome and triumph for God. In this episode we discuss; The world's view of success 3 prayers that a man can focus on daily to become successful The paradox of success How God views success And More More articles on success - Click here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/...
Sep 15, 2021•41 min
In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John are joined by Michael Foley, the author of Drinking with the Saints, to discuss how we can drink alcohol and smoke a pipe while still growing in holiness. We talk about how the Church understands alcohol consumption and how Michael came to write these books. Be sure to listen all the way through so you can learn how to enter into the book drawing. In this episode we discuss; Why Catholics don't think drinking is immoral How enjoying a cigar...
Sep 08, 2021•54 min
In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John discuss some incredibly rich traditions within the Catholic Church and the sad decline in our modern times to actively practicing them. These practices have been either marginalized or forgotten but have great value for the Church and our individual pursuit of holiness. In this episode we discuss; The spiritual benefits to these lost traditions The call to each man to start practicing them How your acceptance of these traditions will better...
Sep 01, 2021•50 min
It was the favorite drink of Vikings. It's made from simple, natural ingredients. It's one of the most ancient alcoholic drinks in existence. It's mead! In this special episode, Sam speaks with master meadmaker, Ricky Klein of Groennfell Meadery. They discuss: the history and origins of mead as a beverage the many different styles of mead making mead at home where you can buy authentic mead and more... Learn More: https://www.groennfell.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...
Aug 29, 2021•30 min
In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, John and Sam meet with Josh Hochschild, co-author of A Mind At Peace, to discuss the fact that modern technology is designed with the human person as the product to be sold, and how the addictive elements are disrupting and deadening our relationship with God, our family and friends, and ourselves. We also discuss the hierarchy of virtues a man needs to work on to regain control of his faculties and grow in holiness. In this episode we discuss; How tech...
Aug 25, 2021•1 hr 2 min
In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, John and Sam discuss the fact that we as gentlemen desire to be competent and capable in the world. A man wants to know (or at least feel like he knows) that no matter what situation he’s placed in, he’ll be able to handle himself — to act rather than react. Thank you to our Sponsor CatholicMatch - Click Here to Set Up Your Free Profile Today In this episode we discuss; Practical Skills Every Man Should Develop Relationship Skills Spiritual Practices an...
Aug 18, 2021•1 hr 10 min
In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, John and Sam discuss the role of a husband and father as the spiritual head of the family. Through the conversation, they challenge men to take a more active role in fostering a vibrant domestic church and provide tangible steps on how this can be achieved. True manliness is not about assuming a passive or subservient role in matters of your family's faith. True manliness is about having the courage to charitably plan and guide. In this episode we discu...
Aug 11, 2021•45 min
In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, John and Sam are joined by Dr. Scott Hahn to discuss the moral decay and decline of right order in society. We get into how separation of church and state is not of divine origin and how an inability to admit this creates a false reality that leads to injustice towards God. Let us all take on the responsibility to bring God's natural and divine law to renew the mind of society. In this episode we discuss; What are the Root Causes of the Crisis Society i...
Aug 04, 2021•1 hr 6 min
In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, John and Sam discuss the life lessons that men have to learn to mature and grow in wisdom, holiness, and virtue. Going through life with an attempt to avoid difficulties and suffering will stunt your development as a man and lead to selfishness. We both get honest about our youthful immaturity and how God has worked in our weakness to make us stronger men. In this episode we discuss; Learning to accept God's Will How To Appreciate and Respect Women Deve...
Jul 28, 2021•50 min
In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, John and Sam discuss the timeless requirements of a man within the modern dating scene. They bring clarity to what is the appropriate outlook with dating and how gentlemen should view relationships within the wisdom of the Church. In this episode we discuss; Why You Should Always Avoid Sneaky Dating Learn To Listen In The Digital Space How To Protect Her Dignity and Yours Why Courage Is Necessary And Masculine And More... Catholic Gentleman thanks our S...
Jul 21, 2021•46 min
In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, John meets with Kevin Wells to discuss the life of a man and likely future saint that we can all learn a great deal from. If you have never heard of Venerable Fr. Aloysius Schwartz, who died in 1992 after saving tens of thousands of children, this episode is worth your time. His adventurous spirit and passionate devotion to Our Lady brought him to the depths of faith that few of us achieve in this life. His work and legacy continue today through the ord...
Jul 13, 2021•1 hr 12 min
In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John discuss why a man is incomplete without religion. We go through the relativistic and consumerist mindset of the modern world, and finish with how Christ's Church is the only point of truth we as men can trust. In this episode we discuss: How to avoid worshipping yourself or false gods Why religion is not a commodity for people to pick and choose How religion, when rightly understood and embraced, is liberating What the Council of Trent had ...
Jul 06, 2021•37 min
In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John are joined by Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone. He has been in the news for the past few months and we discuss topics from the Eucharistic Coherence document, primacy of conscience, as well as how men can conduct themselves with dignity and truth in the public space. Join us as His Excellency provides us with clarity and direction. In this episode we discuss: How the primacy of conscience is used as an evasion tactic The Eucharistic Coherenc...
Jun 30, 2021•31 min
