Pope Francis Calls American Catholics Backward Ideologues
Pope Francis was recently asked his opinion of American Catholics, and he didn't hold back in his criticisms. But are his criticisms legitimate?
Defending the Papacy In the Age of Francis
Perhaps the greatest apologetical challenge for Catholics today is defending the papacy when its occupant is doing such a poor job. How can Catholics still support the papacy from the attacks of Protestants, Orthodox, and others?
Chasing Conspiracy Theories
Conspiracy theories have always been with us, but lately they are on the rise as many conspiracy theories have become conspiracy facts. How should Catholics approach these theories?
How to Woke-Proof Your Life (Guest: Teresa Mull)
Wokeness surrounds us, from government to Hollywood to corporations to social media, and it impacts us in negative ways big and small. What are practical ways we can escape its grasp in our own lives?
Catholics: Stop Imitating Protestants!
For the past sixty years, Catholics have been imitating Protestants in our liturgy, youth outreach, and other aspects of Catholic life. How has this impacted the Church, and is there a better way forward?
The Fatal Flaw of Sola Scriptura (Guest: Casey Chalk)
"Sola Scriptura" (Scripture Alone) is the foundational doctrine of Protestantism. But the doctrine itself is based on certain false presuppositions, which makes the whole doctrinal house of cards fall apart.
Did Covid Break Gen X Religion?
A recent survey shows the Covid pandemic caused a dramatic decrease in religious belief and practice by Gen Xers. Why did this happen, and can Catholics do anything to reverse the trend?
World Youth Day: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly (Guest: Matt Gaspers)
Since its inception in the 1980's, World Youth Day has drawn millions of young Catholics to its events for the purpose of strengthening the faith of the next generation. But do WYDs accomplish their mission? Should they continue to be held?
Is It a Sin to Watch Oppenheimer?
The inclusion of a sex scene with nudity in the movie "Oppenheimer" recently generated huge controversy in the Catholic world. What are the moral implications of watching such scenes and supporting such movies?
An Age of Antichurch and Antichrists, Part II (Guest: Joshua Charles)
How can we put our current situation in Biblical, historical, and theological context? What is the antichurch? Are we seeing the possible coming of the Antichrist in our lifetime? This is Part 2 of a two-part series.
Bishops:Â Are You Shepherds, Hirelings, or Thieves?
Catholic bishops are called to be shepherds of souls. But Our Lord warns against hirelings and thieves watching over the flock instead. What is your bishop—a shepherd, a hireling, or a thief?
An Age of Antichurch and Antichrists, Part I (Guest: Joshua Charles)
How can we put our current situation in Biblical, historical, and theological context? What is the antichurch? Are we seeing the possible coming of the Antichrist in our lifetime? This is Part 1 of a two-part series.
Will the Synod Change Doctrine?
Church leaders are insisting the upcoming Synod on Synodality will not change doctrine. That may be true, but it could do something even worse.
Papal Appointments and the Eclipse of the Church
Recent papal appointments have revealed a clear agenda at the Vatican, and it's one that threatens to upend the Church. Eric Sammons & Timothy Flanders discuss what these appointments mean and how Catholics should respond.
Uniting Catholics in an Age of Confusion (Guest: Fr. John Lovell)
In this age of confusion there is understandably much in-fighting among Catholics. How do we work to unite faithful Catholics to fight the evils of our time?
Should American Catholics Still be Patriotic?
The Fourth of July is a day to celebrate America. But in a country that is increasingly despotic and anti-Catholic, should Catholics still be patriotic?
The Best Music for Life and the Liturgy (Guest: Peter Kwasniewski)
Music is integral to the human person and integral to divine worship. What is good music and what is bad music? What kind of music is best for everyday life and what is best for worship?
Bishop Strickland: Cancelled Bishop?
The apostolic visitation of Bishop Joseph Strickland exposes the sham that is "synodality," as it seems the Vatican only wants certain voices to be heard.
Overcoming Today’s Woke Moralists (Guest: Karlo Broussard)
Years ago Pope Benedict warned against the "Dictatorship of Relativism," but it seems today the problem is with woke moralists who appear to be absolutists in their wokeism. But when we look deeper we'll see they are actually the dictatorial relativists Benedict warned us about.
The Rise of Catholic Cancel Culture
Cancel culture dominates our public discussions, and it's growing within Catholicism. What does it mean to "cancel" someone and is it the Christian thing to do?