Best Custodes Podcasts (2025)

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Does Suicide Mean Hell?, What's Jesus's Most Important Question? Listener Questions! 55:33

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Since the mailbag was getting fuller than Santa’s sack of gifts, we thought Bishop Caggiano should answer some listener questions. Among them are some serious ones, like: …can someone who has committed suicide still go to Heaven?…why do priests wear different colored vestments throughout the year?…what was the most important question that Jesus ask…

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Canhammer 267 - Beer and Pretzel Open and 2025 Grotmas 1:08:01

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Are the Catholic & Orthodox Churches Reuniting? 57:12

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Blessed Advent to you! Pope Leo XIV just wrapped up a visit to Turkey & Lebanon. Bishop Caggiano reflects on the trip and the Holy Father's meetings with Orthodox patriarchs. Is there hope for reconciliation and reunion with the Orthodox Churches? What is the history of the split, and what are the main points of disagreement? All of that is on this…

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Thanksgiving Traditions and Memories 59:50

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Happy Thanksgiving! St Gianna Beretta Molla said that "the secret of happiness is to live moment by moment and to thank God for what He is sending us every day in His goodness." That is a key to living a fulfilled life, and Bishop Caggiano reflects on gratitude before we talk about Thanksgiving... a history of the holiday, plus stories from Thanksg…

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A Closer Look at the USCCB's Immigration Statement 55:43

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Some folks today hear the word "immigration" and immediately take sides and prepare for a fight... But the conference of US bishops, at their fall meeting, issued a comprehensive and balanced "Special Pastoral Message" with near unanimous unity... on immigration - looking at human dignity and the orderly regulation of borders. Bishop Caggiano walks…

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Whether God Exists, Traditionis Custodes, and Pope Leo XIV - Answering Student Questions 59:05

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Bishop Caggiano & Steve visited the campus of the school where Steve is known as “Coach”. They opened the floor to all the students of Cardinal Kung Academ so they could ask the Bishop whatever is on their minds and in their hearts. And we got some excellent questions, like: …how can young people discern their vocations?…what is the Church’s actual…

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Following in the Footsteps of the Apostle Paul: How to Evangelize 56:20

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Bishop Frank Caggiano & Steve Lee discuss during this episode of Let Me Be Frank, Bishop Caggiano's recent pilgrimage to Greece, where he followed in the footsteps of St. Paul, as well as the life of St. Paul itself. Ultimately, they focus not only on the biographical info of his life, but the messages and lessons found along Paul's Journey detaile…

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The Power of Accompaniment in Faith, Deacon Tim Bolton's Powerful Testimony. 57:30

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In this episode of 'Let Me Be Frank', Bishop Frank Caggiano and Deacon Tim Bolton discuss the ministry of accompaniment, exploring its significance in the church and the personal journeys that shape their understanding of faith. Deacon Tim shares his life experiences, including the challenges he faced with his daughter and late wife, which deepened…

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Catholic Bio-Ethicist on IVF & Adopting Frozen Embryos 1:00:58

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There are hundreds of thousands of frozen embryos -tiny, frozen babies- in the world today. What to do with all of these human lives? Catholic bioethicist Elizabeth Rex joins Bishop Caggiano to talk about this question, as well as: ...why is contraception immoral? ...what would Bishop Caggiano say to a cohabiting unmarried couple? ...what is IVF an…

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Canhammer 266 - Figuring out what to bring to a GT 45:30

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Pope Leo XIV's Dilexi Te Is A Call To Christian Charity! 55:06

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A lot of people talk about Truth and Beauty, but there’s not as much talk about Goodness. On Let Me Be Frank, Bishop Caggiano dives into this less-discussed of the transcendentals, asking: …how do you define “goodness”? …how do you know that your heart is leading correctly? …what is the difference between good works and Christian good works? …how d…

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Listening To Your Guardian Angel & The Saints 56:52

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The past few weeks have brought some meaningful feast days in the Catholic calendar... the archangels & guardian angels... Francis of Assisi... Cosmas & Damian... Vincent de Paul... Wenceslaus... Jerome... and, of course, Therese of Lisieux. But, instead of just going through these saints' biographies, Bishop Caggiano talks about specific lessons w…

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Catholic Convert & Apologist Suan Sonna on Defending Your Faith 54:37

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Imagine your father brought your family to the US from India, so that he could study to become a Baptist minister. And then, as you grew older, you left the Baptists to become a Catholic. That's the story of Suan Sonna, the new Director of Apologetics for the Diocese of Bridgeport. What is apologetics? Why is it important? In a society where people…

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A Crisis of Friendship in America & The Shock of Holiness 56:51

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"Parochial and Practical Essays" is NOT a very compelling title for a book. Luckily, the publishers convinced Michael Pakaluk to instead title his latest book "The Shock of Holiness"... and he joins Bishop Caggiano to talk about: ...the simplest truths of the Catholic faith that show us that sanctity is closer and far more beautiful than we think,.…

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Canhammer 265 - Competitive Balance 40:30

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Artificial Intelligence and the Compatibility of Faith and Science 56:11

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Heather Foucault-Camm, Program Director of the Science & Religion Initiative at the McGrath Institute for Church Life, speaks with Bishop Caggiano about: space ethics, the implications of artificial intelligence, the question: "What do you believe more: science or theology?", and more. Email List: https://www.veritascatholic.com/ Other shows The Ta…

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Why Jesus Was Removed from the Cross, How the Church Settled in Rome, and more Listener Questions! 54:02

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This week on Let Me Be Frank, Bishop Caggiano and Steve go through the mailbag and answer more listener questions! Email List: https://www.veritascatholic.com/ Other shows The Tangent: https://thetangent.podbean.com/ Daily Gospel Reflections: https://dailycatholicreflection.podbean.com/ The Frontline With Joe & Joe: https://thefrontlinewithjoeandjo…

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Canhammer 264 Canada's WTC experience 2025 1:19:34

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In this episode Chris and François talk about their experience preparing for and attending WTC 2025

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The Council of Nicea: Why It Matters More Than Ever! 57:15

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In the 300s, "the whole world groaned and was astonished to find itself Arian", as St Jerome put it. And the brilliant and courageous Athanasius replied, "Is the world against Athanasius? Then Athansius is against the world." Athanasius contra mundum! It's a remarkable story... the secular ruler of the world convening the Church's bishops... a char…

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The Shroud of Turin, Women Deacons, the Immaculate Conception... and More of Your Questions 53:44

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Bishop Frank sits down with Steve Lee to answer some of your listener questions. Included in this episode. Why can't women be ordained to the diaconate? How should someone deal with anger and annoyance? Do you believe the Shroud of Turin is authentic? How about the St airs of the Sisters of Loreto? Where is the Immaculate Conception in the Bible? a…

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Maximillian Kolbe: One of the Greatest Saints of Our Time (w/ Anthony D'Ambrosio) 56:41

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Every night at Auschwitz, after a draining and exhausting day, Fr Maximilian Kolbe would go quietly from bunk to bunk to care for the other prisoners, whispering: "I am a Catholic priest. Is there anything I can do for you?" His witness, courage, and faith at the notorious prison camp were the culmination of a lifetime of heroic and groundbreaking …

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Rome During the Time of Early Christianity & St. Francis of Assisi 57:31

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"All roads lead to Rome," they say. The Diocese of Bridgeport's 34 seminarians, Bishop Caggiano, and some special guests recently went to Italy for a pilgrimage to Rome & Assisi. Today, Bishop Frank takes us on a tour of both cities - the history, the major sites, the life of St Francis, and... the museum of pasta! It's an audio summer getaway on L…

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The Life of SAINT (soon.) Carlo Acutis 54:25

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Sophia Institute Press has recently published God's Influencer, a book about Carlo Acutis written from interviews with his parents! Mary Beth Bracy joined us from Sophia Institute Press to tell us about Carlo's short but holy life, the miracles attributed to him on the road to canonization, how we can begin following his extraordinary example, and …

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The Ethics of Immigration, IVF, Euthanasia and AI 59:51

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Join Bishop Frank Caggiano and Steve Lee as they delve into pressing societal issues, from the Educational Choice for Children's Act to the ethical implications of genetic engineering, IVF, and artificial intelligence. Explore the intersection of faith and modern challenges, and discover how the Church can guide us through these complex times. Also…

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Secularism, Explaining the Trinity, & Pope Leo XIV (Listener Q's w/ Bishop Frank Caggiano) 56:16

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How did the Mass come to be, as we know it today? How do you explain who the Holy Spirit is? What is behind the movement to rename "BC/AD" to "BCE/CE"? Those are some of the fantastic questions Bishop Caggiano answers on this week's mailbag episode. Also... Have you ever been in a helicopter? Tune in to Let Me Be Frank for these and many more liste…

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Exodus 90, Freedom, and Salvation with Jamie Baxter, CEO of Exodus 90 56:48

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"Salvation is of the entire person, not just the soul. If we involve the body in the spiritual life, we are completing that which the Lord wants." Bishop Frank made that observation during his conversation with Jamie Baxter, founder of Exodus 90. Exodus 90 is an outstanding program for men to lean on prayer, asceticism, and fraternity as a means to…

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Canhammer 263 - Ottawa Teams and Coaching, featuring Max Dubois 1:14:27

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Eucharistic Renewal: Bishop Caggiano’s Vision for the Future 55:17

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In this episode of Let Me Be Frank on Veritas Catholic Network, Bishop Frank Caggiano joins host Steve Lee to discuss the ongoing Eucharistic renewal initiatives in the Diocese of Bridgeport. From the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage to local parish processions, Bishop Caggiano shares insights on the power of Eucharistic adoration, the challenges of…

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Canhammer 262 -We're back! and the balance dataslate is here! 55:22

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What the Church Needs Now – A Live Q&A with Bishop Frank 51:41

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In this special live episode of Let Me Be Frank on the Veritas Catholic Network, Bishop Frank Caggiano and host Steve Lee come to you from St. Rose of Lima Parish in Newtown, Connecticut. With eighth graders and parishioners filling the pews, His Excellency takes questions from students and adults alike in a lively and heartfelt conversation about …

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Hell & God's Love? 57:04

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Is it possible to believe in both the reality of hell and the unshakable love of God? In this episode, Monsignor Charles Pope and His Excellency Bishop Frank Caggiano explore one of the most difficult questions in Christian theology: how a loving God permits eternal separation. Drawing from Scripture, Church tradition, and pastoral experience, they…

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Catholic Psychology? A Conversation w/ Dr. Greg Bottaro 59:23

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In this thought-provoking episode of Let Me Be Frank, Bishop Frank Caggiano is joined by Dr. Greg Bottaro, founder of The Catholic Psych Institute—also known as "The Catholic Psych Guy." Together, they explore the concept of relationality and its role in our lives. They discuss the long-standing notion that relationships are merely accidental to ou…

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Episode 108 - The Anphelion Project Lore Review (Imperial Armour Volume 4) 59:57

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The Ashes of the Imperium podcast returns for a deep lore dive into one of the most haunting Warhammer 40,000 stories ever told – The Anphelion Project. Dan and Max explore the events of Imperial Armour Volume 4, as Inquisitor Solomon Lok investigates a disturbing silence from a secret Imperial base on Beta-Anphelion IV. We unpack the narrative bea…

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God Prepared Pope Leo XIV For the Papacy! 58:43

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Under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, the conclave has given us Pope Leo XIV… Chicago-born, Augustinian educated, formed in the dry climate of Peru, and given a red hat to head up the Dicastry for Bishops. Bishop Caggiano talks all about Pope Leo XIV - his background, his experience, and his (so far) stated vision for his papacy. This is an import…

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Our Lady, the Eucharist, and the Pope 56:58

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Has Bishop Caggiano ever been in a fight? Yes, you guessed it… it’s time to dive into the mailbag! On Let Me Be Frank this week, Bishop Frank answers questions like: Should we receive communion standing or kneeling? On the tongue or in the hand? How many approved Marian apparitions have there been? How does the Church evaluate reported apparitions?…

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Bishop Frank Caggiano on Pope Francis & the Papal Conclave 54:06

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All eyes have been on the Vatican for the past couple weeks, appropriately so as we are in the season of Easter. On Let Me Be Frank, Bishop Caggiano reflects on the life of Pope Francis and prays for his soul . He also prays for the College of Cardinals, as they have an historic task ahead of them. What is the task ahead? What is the schedule and p…

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How Easter is Celebrated Around the World 59:18

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Happy Easter! He is risen! Nota bene: Bishop Caggiano & I recorded this episode of Let Me Be Frank before the Holy Father passed away. In the next episode, we will certainly reflect on the pontificate, suffering, and death of Pope Francis… and perhaps talk about what lies ahead. In the meantime… did the Easter Bilby (yes, Bilby) visit your house? M…

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Episode 107 - Lions of the Emperor: Adeptus Custodes Lore vs Rules - Narrative Detachment Review 1:09:22

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In this episode, we delve into the Lions of the Emperor detachment for the Adeptus Custodes in Warhammer 40k. We explore how this new detachment captures the essence of the Custodes' lore; elite warriors standing alone against overwhelming odds.We discuss the new Detachment Rule, which buffs isolated units and reflects the Custodes' legendary solo …

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Ask Bishop Caggiano Anything... 56:12

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You gotta see this… In something brand new for Let Me Be Frank, we recorded the show live in front of an audience at St Mary Church in Greenwich! “What do you want to talk about?” I asked Bishop Caggiano before we started rolling the cameras. “Let’s see what the people in the audience have on their minds,” he smiled. And so this week’s episode is a…

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Bishop Caggiano Answers Your Questions! 55:00

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This Friday, we’re taking the show on the road to St Mary’s in Greenwich. If you're able to attend on April 11th, please join us at 9:30am as Bishop Frank answers audience questions for a special episode of Let Me Be Frank! Speaking of audience questions… we are diving in to the mailbag this week on Let Me Be Frank. Bishop Frank is on the mend from…

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Episode 106 - The Last Titans Kickstarter with Megabeast Games 51:11

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In this roar-some episode, Dan is joined by returning co-host Steve to discuss his latest project, Last Titans, now live on Kickstarter from Megabeast Games. Together, they explore the game's concept, which combines the thrill of dinosaur survival with fast-paced, family-friendly gameplay. Steve shares the inspirations behind Last Titans, including…

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Defending the Catholic Faith with Chris Check - President of Catholic Answers 56:36

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What is “apologetics”? Chris Check, president of Catholic Answers, joins Bishop Caggiano to answer this question. They also answer questions like: What do Joan of Arc, Catherine of Siena, and Chris Check have in common? Why should you fill your house with good books? Why should you, as Chesterton put it, “let your religion be less of a theory and m…

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A Deep Dive into the Church Fathers, w/ David Augustine from Word on Fire 54:44

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"Maybe Christianity should become weird again." Reading the works of the early Church fathers has brought countless non-Catholic Christians into the Church and has strengthened so many Catholics who are already in the heart of the Church. David Augustine (who said the quote above on this week's Let Me Be Frank) has compiled and edited The Early Chu…

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The Church Fathers, Immigration, & Lent (w/ Rod Bennett) 55:20

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Let Me Be Frank is split into two discrete segments today… First… Jesus Christ did not incarnate to write a book. Instead, the Apostles were the plan. Rod Bennett joins us to talk about the 12 Apostles and his book, These Twelve. Rod dispels myths about these men that still linger today, and Bishop Frank takes an important lesson from the conversat…

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George Cardinal Pell (w/ his personal friend Tess Livingstone) 59:33

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George Cardinal Pell was a faithful, formidable, and fearless prince of the Church who lived a remarkable life… as a seminarian in Rome during Vatican II, as a reformer of Australia’s seminaries, in his years in China (in disguise!), at the Secretariat of the Economy (where he uncovered 1billion euros off the books), and the years spent wrongfully …

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What Happens at Mass, with Abbot Jeremy Driscoll, OSB 57:49

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Sacrosanctum Concilium says "the liturgy is the summit toward which the activity of the Church is directed; at the same time it is the font from which all her power flows"... Abbott Jeremy Driscoll, OSB, literally wrote the book on what happens at Mass, and the more we can understand the Mass... the better and more actively we all can worship. Fath…

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Canhammer 261 How to paint your armies and stay (mostly) sane doing it 1:24:16

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The long awaited painting episode!