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The Catholic Talk Show with Ryan Scheel & Ryan DellaCrosse -- Informative & fun conversations on faith, culture & Catholicism. New episodes weekly.
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Truth Still Matters (From the Heart of a Catholic)
Hubert Sanders, Jr. M.A.: Theology Instructor, Catholic
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Welcome to the Catholic podcast "Truth Still Matters" The human person is made for truth despite this "dictatorship of relativism" (Pope Benedict XVI) we breathe every day. This podcast exists in the stream of the New Evangelization championed by Pope John Paul the Great and continued with Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI and Pope Francis. We will have the opportunity to learn and reflect on the timeless truths revealed by God and deposited in the Church. If you're looking for apologetics or theol ...
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Catholic Social Thought in an Uncertain Future
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Msgr. Martin Schlag, the Alan W. Moss Endowed Chair for Catholic Social Thought and co-director of the Terrence J. Murphy Institute at the University of St. Thomas, Schlag brings a rich and practical perspective on the intersection of theology, law and business.In this episode, Msgr. Schlag discusses how and why Catholic social thought is more rele…
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What Catholics Believe About The Eucharist With Fr. Gregory Pine
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In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan is joined by Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. to discuss what Catholics believe about the Eucharist.Episode 334: In this episode, we will discuss:• Is The Eucharist JUST a symbol?• How The Eucharist MAKES us Holy• How To Develop a Eucharistic Identity• Why The Modern World Needs The Eucharist• and much more 00:…
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In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss where our society and the exchange of ideas stands after The Assassination of Charlie Kirk. In this episode, we will discuss: • The Legacy of Charlie Kirk • Is There Any Hope For Dialogue? • How The Internet Radicalized The Assassin • The Culture of Victimization Vs. The Divine Victim •…
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The Power Of The Rosary With Gabriel Castillo
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In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan is joined by Gabriel Castillo to talk about the grace and power of The Holy Rosary and how it can transform your life. 00:00 The Power of the Rosary: An Introduction 01:25 The Role of the Rosary in Spiritual Life 09:24 Overcoming Misconceptions about Mary 10:38 Personal Testimonies and Transformations…
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Sacraments, Aquinas, AI and Forming Future Catholic Leaders with Dr. Brandon Wanless
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Dr. Brandon Wanless serves as an assistant professor of dogmatic theology at The Saint Paul Seminary after earning his Master of Arts in Theology there in 2015. He spent three years as an adjunct professor at Ave Maria University, Florida (2016-2018), and five years as an upper school theology teacher at St. Agnes School in St. Paul. Wanless has or…
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The Pope & The Führer: The Secret Vatican Files with Michael Knowles
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In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan are joined by Michael Knowles from The Daily Wire to explore the truth about Pope Pius XII's actions during WWII and how he helped to save hundreds of thousands of Jewish lives. Episode 331: In this episode, we will discuss:• How Did Pius XII's get falsly accused of being "Hitler's Pope"? • How…
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Counseling Future Priests and Dealing with Our 'Stuff' with Catholic Counselor Christian Wolfe
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Meet Christian Wolfe, a professional counselor who not only runs his own practice, but also serves seminarians and priests through both individual and group counseling.In this episode of The Saint Paul Show, we explore how Christian supports the formation of future priests — helping them navigate the emotional, spiritual, and mental aspects of thei…
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In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss the trend of people, especially young people, returning to faith and rejecting against modern culture. Episode 330: In this episode, we will discuss: • What Are The Current Trends And Stats Showing? • How Faith In God Has Quadrupled In Some Areas • Why The Church Always Outlives Every A…
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How to Live a Vibrant Sacramental Life with Dr. Brandon Wanless, Saint Paul Seminary Assistant Professor of Dogmatic Theology
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Using the teachings of St. Thomas Aquinas as a guide, Saint Paul Seminary Assistant Professor of Dogmatic Theology Dr. Brandon Wanless discusses and answers questions on how to live a thriving, fulfilling life of faith by receiving the sacraments well. The Saint Paul Seminary is reliant on faithful Catholics and Christians like you. If you are able…
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What Does It Actually Mean to Be Catholic? with Fr. John Hayes, Diocese of New Ulm, Minnesota
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Fr. John Hayes, a priest of the Diocese of New Ulm, Minnesota, breaks down what it actually means to be a Roman Catholic, and how the Catechism of the Catholic Church can give guidance toward a fulfilling, holy life.If you're interested in diving further into the Catechism, please consider The Saint Paul Seminary Catechetical Institute. You can lea…
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Understanding The Sacraments With Fr. Chris Alar
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In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan are joined by Fr. Chris Alar to discuss The 7 Sacraments of The Catholic Church and how to better understand them and receive their graces. 00:00 Introduction to the Sacraments 02:15 The Importance of Sacraments 05:30 Understanding the Sacraments 10:45 Sacraments of Initiation 18:00 Sacraments …
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Becoming a Priest in 2025 with Fr. Zac Ochsenbauer
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Less than a month away from ordination, Fr. Zachary Ochsenbauer reflected on his journey to the priesthood. Ochsenbauer is a priest for the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis (at the time of the interview, he was a transitional deacon). The Saint Paul Seminary is reliant on faithful Catholics and Christians like you. If you are able to make a …
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How To Read The Bible with Dr. Scott Hahn
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In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan are joined by Dr. Scott Hahn to discuss how read scripture, how it helped him convert, and how it leads to The Catholic faith. Episode 328: In this episode, we will discuss:• How reading scripture Dr. Hahn's inspired his conversion• Bible reading methods include pious, historical criticism, and…
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The Vatican Is Involved In A Lot Of Crazy Things...
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In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss functions of The Holy See that may surprise you. 00:00 Introduction to the Vatican's Hidden Operations 02:18 Cybersecurity and Diplomatic Negotiations 05:18 The Vatican's Role in Global Peacekeeping 07:53 Scientific Endeavors: The Vatican Observatory 10:31 Security Measures: Protecting …
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Greece Pilgrimage: In The Footsteps of Mary, Saint Paul, & Saint John
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Join Ryan DellaCrosse and Ryan Scheel from The Catholic Talk Show for an unforgettable pilgrimage and Mediterranean cruise through Greece and Turkey, exploring the cradle of Christianity. Marian Pilgrimage To Greece & Turkey - Sept. 25 - Oct. 5, 2025 Register For The Pilgrimage Here: https://bit.ly/CTSGreecePilgrimage Walk in the footsteps of the A…
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Pope Leo Is Kind Of "Boring"... (And Why That's A Good Thing."
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In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss the perception that Pope Leo hasn't been that exciting and why it's exactly what the Church needs. 00:00 The Need for a Boring Pope 06:08 Pope Leo's Stability and Quiet Leadership 12:12 The Role of Media in Papal Perception 18:20 The Importance of Stability in a Changing World 24:09 Loo…
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The Harmony Between Catholicism and Science with Taylor Croissant
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On this episode of The Saint Paul Show, Saint Paul Seminary Master's student Taylor Croissant discusses how faith complements reason. A convert to Catholicism, Croissant works full-time in the bio-tech field and part time as assistant director of discipleship - faith formation at Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church in St. Paul, Minnesota. She also…
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The Priesthood, AI and Serving as a Military Chaplain with Fr. Paul Hedman
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Fr. Paul Hedman, a priest who's active on social media and has a computer programming background, discusses how technology can be used as a tool either for good or for evil. Hedman attended The Saint Paul Seminary and was ordained in 2020; he's currently assigned to the Church of the Epiphany in Coon Rapids, Minnesota. Hedman is also the owner and …
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SHOCKING Anti-Catholic Eucharistic Desecration in New Apple TV Show
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In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss the WILDLY Anti-Catholic episode of "Your Friends & Neighbors" released by Apple TV where the main characters break into a Catholic Church, remove the consecrated Eucharist from the Tabernacle, and desecrate it by "snacking" on it, and even dip it in jam. 00:00 Anti-Catholicism in Enter…
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Face of Jesus On Appears Host: Vatican Approves New Eucharistic Miracle
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In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss a recently approved Eucharistic miracle where the image of Christ appeared on a host that occurred in 2013 in Vilakkannur, India. 00:00 Introduction to the Eucharistic Miracle 03:01 The Significance of the Miracle 05:57 Investigating the Miracle 09:00 Unity in the Church 11:52 The Role …
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In this episode of the Catholic Talk Show, Ryan is joined by Dr. Matthew Bunsen to discuss his new book on Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope. He shares insights from his experience covering the recent Conclave, the election of Cardinal Prevost, and the unique aspects of Leo's background and upbringing. 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Matthew Bunsen a…
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A Catholic Perspective on Trauma and Mental Health with Krista Masek, Saint Paul Seminary Counselor
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Krista Masek is a licensed psychologist and counselor at The Saint Paul Seminary. In this episode of The Saint Paul Show, she offers her insights on the current mental health crisis and how to solve it. She also shares her own family's journey through the trials of pediatric brain cancer.The Saint Paul Seminary is reliant on faithful Catholics and …
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10 Things Pope Leo XIV Should Do As Pope
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In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Thaddeus come up with some ideas and suggestions of things Pope Leo XIV can do and accomplish during his pontificate. 00:00 Papal Inauguration and Initial Reactions 03:02 Addressing Traditionalism and the Latin Mass 06:07 Potential Solutions for Church Unity 09:07 Reviving Private Masses in St. Pete…
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Unpacking the Transition from Pope Francis to Pope Leo XIV with Fr. Colin Jones
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Fr. Colin Jones, a priest in study for The Saint Paul Seminary, was in St. Peter's Square when Cardinal Robert Prevost was announced as Pope Leo XIV. He also had dinner with Prevost in Fall 2024 and offers insights on the new pontiff. The Saint Paul Seminary is reliant on faithful Catholics and Christians like you. If you are able to make a small g…
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10 Things To Know About Pope Leo XIV
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In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan get to know Pope Leo XIV, look at his upbringing and background, and explore what kind of Pope he may be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Ryan Scheel & Ryan DellaCrosse
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Covering the Catholic Church in 2025 with journalist Jonathan Liedl
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Jonathan Liedl is senior editor for the National Catholic Register and a lay Master of Arts in Theology student at The Saint Paul Seminary. He has covered the Church from Notre Dame's football coach to remote reaches of Africa and almost everywhere in between. The Saint Paul Seminary is reliant on faithful Catholics and Christians like you. If you …
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Pope Francis, the Future of the Church and the Power of Scripture with Dr. Mary Healy
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Dr. Mary Healy is a professor of Scripture at Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit and a bestselling author and international speaker. She is a general editor of the Catholic Commentary on Sacred Scripture and author of two of its volumes, The Gospel of Mark and Hebrews. Her other books include The Spiritual Gifts Handbook and Healing. Dr. Healy …
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The Sacraments, Aquinas, Artificial Intelligence and Forming Future Catholic Leaders with Dr. Brandon Wanless
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Dr. Brandon Wanless serves as an assistant professor of dogmatic theology at The Saint Paul Seminary after earning his Master of Arts in Theology there in 2015. He spent three years as an adjunct professor at Ave Maria University, Florida (2016-2018), and five years as an upper school theology teacher at St. Agnes School in St. Paul. Wanless has or…
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Trauma, Addiction, Healing and Flourishing with Catholic counselor Christian Wolfe
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Meet Christian Wolfe, a professional counselor who not only runs his own practice, but also serves seminarians and priests through both individual and group counseling. With a Master of Science in Counseling from Divine Mercy University and a Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry from the Saint Paul Seminary School of Divinity, Wolfe brings a rare in…
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Healing, Pastoral Care and Forming Future Priests with Fr. Brian Gross, Director of Pastoral Formation at The Saint Paul Seminary
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Fr. Brian Gross was ordained in 2010 for the Diocese of Bismarck, where he served faithfully in parish ministry. Today, he brings that same pastoral heart to The Saint Paul Seminary as its director of pastoral formation, helping future priests prepare for the real-life challenges and the joys of parish life. In this episode, Fr. Gross shares how hi…
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The 12 Tricks Of The Antichrist To Destroy Religion
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In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss Ven. Fulton Sheen's sermon on the 12 Tricks The Antichrist would use to destroy Christianity Episode 320: In this episode, we will discuss: • What Ven. Fulton Sheen foresaw almost 80 years ago • Why The Antichrist will talk highly of Christ • Why The Antichrist will seem to be good • Ho…
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Satanic Mass In Kansas: Catholics Fight Back!
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In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss the attempted Satanic Mass and desecration of The Eucharist at the Kansas Capitol Building and how Catholics fought back. Episode 319: In this episode, we will discuss: • What happened in Kansas • The Lawsuit filed by the Bishop • The brave man who saved the Eucharist • The Act of Repar…
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What can Catholic movements teach us about revitalizing parish life?
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Saint Paul Seminary spiritual director Fr. Kevin Manthey shares his experiences with both the Emmanuel Community and parishes around the world.
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