Bringing Christ to the World and the World to Christ! Producer and Host Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. illuminates today’s issues with the love of Christ and the authority of His Church. Each show features expert guests that shed light on relevant and important topics.
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The Simple Truth, hosted by Jim Havens, airs each weekday from 4-5PM(EST) on The Station of the Cross Media Network. The focus of the show is authentically receiving, living, and transmitting the simple Truth of Jesus and His Catholic Church. We’re in challenging times, but we are made to rise up and meet the challenges before us with Christ. We’ll be proclaiming all that is good, true, and beautiful, applying it to real life, and we won’t shy away from the difficult topics, especially lifti ...
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Every Life is Sacred (Fr. Stephen Imbarrato) - 8/29/25
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51:198/29/25 - Jim Havens and Fr. Stephen Imbaratto discuss Mother Teresa’s strong stand against abortion. They also address the recent shootings and deaths at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minnesota, as well as the politicization of the tragedy by various parties.By The Station of the Cross
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Let’s Stop Selling and Killing Children (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.)
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46:01We grieve another tragedy in which children were caught in the crosshairs. Around us, we also see the buying, selling, and killing of the young. In this week’s edition of Let’s Talk About This, Father McTeigue examines how society is treating its children in every sphere of life. Show Notes Thank God The War Against C̶h̶i̶l̶d̶r̶e̶n̶ the Flag Has En…
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Why Traditional Catholicism Still Matters: Rob Marco on Latin Mass, Conversion & Authentic Faith (Rob Marco) - 8/28/25
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48:418/28/25 - In this conversation, Catholic writer Rob Marco (Crisis Magazine) unpacks themes from his essays “The Dangers of the TLM Fight Club,” “What’s Old Is New,” “The Wishful Thinking of Deathbed Conversions,” and “No Way Home.” He reflects on the growing appeal of the Traditional Latin Mass among younger Catholics while warning against turning …
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Fighting Fire with Faith (Benjamin O’Brien) 8/28/25
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46:11We welcome Benjamin O'Brien to the show, a fireman who discovered the overlap between his faith and his life of service. Between fighting fires and fighting bureaucracies, Benjamin found his trust in God to be of utmost importance. Show Notes The Proving Grounds: A Catholic on Ladder 17 iCatholic Mobile The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Co…
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Fatima and Akita: Our Lady's Urgent Warnings for the World (Joanne Wright) - 8/27/25
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49:398/27/25 - What connects the apparitions of Our Lady of Fatima (1917) in Portugal and Our Lady of Akita (1973) in Japan, and why are these messages so urgent for the times we live in? In this episode, we take a deep dive into the Marian warnings given to the world, exploring their striking similarities and what they reveal about prayer, penance, and…
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LTACL: Can Christ Heal Broken Men? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.)
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17:55Our culture has been failing men and vilifying them. They should find healing and solace in the Church, but are today's priests up to the task? Fr. McTeigue takes a closer look. Watch on YouTube: Can Christ Heal Broken Men?By The Station of the Cross
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Forming Minds for Christ: My Calling to Catholic Education (Dr. Roger Nutt) - 8/26/25
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49:418/26/25 - Dr. Roger Nutt, Provost of Ave Maria University, shares his journey of faith, scholarship, and vocation, from his early encounters with Catholicism to becoming a theologian and academic leader at one of the nation's most faithfully Catholic universities. Dr. Nutt reflects on the pivotal moments, mentors, and moral convictions that shaped …
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Revival Through Sacred Art (Kathleen Carr) 8/26/25
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46:06We welcome back Kathleen Carr, president of the Catholic Art Institute, to discuss why art matters, in our churches and in our homes. From architecture to painting, let's immerse our senses in that which draws us toward the Transcendent. Show Notes Conference 2025 | Catholic Art Institute CHRISTIAN ART How Beauty Draws us Closer to God | Fr Patrick…
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Who's Eating Your Pie? Essential Financial Advice that Will Transform Your Life (Erik Weir) - 8/25/25
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49:238/25/25 - Erik Weir founded Weir Capital Management in San Francisco in 1999 after a successful career at Merrill Lynch and Donaldson, Lufkin, & Jenerette. Weir speaks nationally on topics such as entrepreneurism, film, and goal setting. Under his direction, WCM Global Wealth, LLC. was recognized as one of the fastest-growing businesses in South Ca…
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LTACL: Grief Is Killing Our Men (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.)
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13:11Men have been forgotten by so much of our society, and tragically, that can extend into so many parishes. Father McTeigue takes a closer look at male pain, deaths of despair, and how to live masculine lives as Christians. Watch on YouTube: Grief Is Killing Our MenBy The Station of the Cross
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Abortions At Home: Is the Pro Life Movement Ready for a Digital Revolution? (Fr. Stephen Imbarrato) - 8/22/25
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50:118/22/25 - As the forces of death move beyond the walls of traditional clinics into the hidden world of online and at-home chemical abortions, the struggle for life is entering a new era. What does this shift mean for women, families, and the Church? How should Catholics respond with truth, charity, and courage in the face of these new threats? In t…
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Digital Life After Death (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 8/22/25
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46:11In this week's Let's Talk About This, Father McTeigue dives into the new fad of creating chatbots and videos of the dead, talking to AI versions of our ancestors, and what this means for our spiritual lives. He finishes with Weekend Readiness. Show Notes AI Resurrection: Grief and Digital Life After Death Deepfakes of your dead loved ones are a boo…
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Triumph of the Heart: The Passion of St. Maximilian Kolbe (Anthony D'Ambrosio) - 8/21/25
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48:498/21/25 - Anthony D’Ambrosio is the writer and director of the new Catholic film “Triumph of the Heart,” which follows St. Maximilian Kolbe’s last days in the Nazi death camp of Auschwitz and how he led his fellow inmates, also sentenced to death by starvation, to triumph over their heartless and barbaric jailers. Anthony joins us today to discuss …
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Why Does the West Hate the West? (Theodore Dalrymple) 8/21/25
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45:48We welcome back Theodore Dalrymple to discuss the self-loathing that has become so common amongst Westerners, especially academics and elitists. What caused it, what does it mean for our civilization, and how might we recover? Show Notes The New Vichy Syndrome: Why European Intellectuals Surrender to Barbarism Striking a Chord - Taki's Magazine Arc…
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She Died for Hiding Catholic Priests! The Story of St. Margaret Clitherow (Joanne Wright) - 8/20/25
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48:288/20/25 - St. Margaret Clitherow (1556–1586), known as the Pearl of York, was a courageous wife, mother, and martyr who lived during the persecution of Catholics under Queen Elizabeth I. At a time when Catholicism was outlawed and priests were hunted, she bravely transformed her home into a refuge where the Mass could still be celebrated in secret.…
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LTACL: Revival—or Crusade? | Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.
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10:46Does the talk about "revival" respect the sacrifices and admonitions of the saints and martyrs? If we take those heroes seriously, how then would we act? Father McTeigue takes a closer look. Watch on YouTube: Revival—or Crusade?By The Station of the Cross
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Do Catholics Need the Old Testament? (Steve Ray) 8/19/25
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46:08We welcome back Steve Ray, convert and Bible scholar, to discuss whether the Old Testament is simply replaced by the New Testament, and if we need to know scripture in order to live well as Catholics. Show Notes Catholic Convert | Steve Ray Genesis: A Bible Study Guide and Commentary: Ray, Stephen K. Isaiah's Job by Albert Jay Nock Catholic Bible D…
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Can Muslims Assimilate into the West? (Guest: Raymond Ibrahim)
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33:20In this special interview, Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. talks with historian Raymond Ibrahim about what we can realistically expect in regards to Islamic acclimation. Is it true that Muslims can embrace enough of Western traditions for us to leave peacefully together? Watch on YouTube: Can Muslims Assimilate into the West?…
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Looking Back on 35 Years as a Jesuit (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 8/15/25
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46:38On this unique episode of Let's Talk About This, Father McTeigue walks us through his decision to join the Society of Jesus, what he gave up, and what he gained. Using those reflections, he explores how we can all live better. Show Notes Reflections on 25 Years of Religious Life Mary, human nature made perfect Nebraska bishop calls for prayers to M…
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Seeking Truth and Speaking Truth: Law and Morality in Our Cultural Moment (Dr. Robert P. George) - 8/14/25
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50:308/14/25 - In Seeking Truth and Speaking Truth, acclaimed political philosopher and legal scholar Robert P. George tackles one of the most vexing issues dividing Americans today. He argues that the “Age of Faith” of the Medieval period and the “Age of Reason” of the European Enlightenments have been followed by a modern “Age of Feeling,” in which pe…
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Harsh Truths about Divorce (Leila Miller) 8/14/25
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46:33Leila Miller returns to challenge what you think you know about divorce. In the name of 'comfort,' some have twisted Church teaching, normalizing divorce and making annulments the default. The result? Catholic communities that no longer truly honor the sanctity of marriage. Show Notes The Church is Counter-Cultural. And the Solution to Its Problems…
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Blessed Stanley Rother: The Story of America's First Catholic Martyr (Joanne Wright) - 8/13/25
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50:268/13/25 - Born in rural Oklahoma in 1935, Blessed Stanley Rother was a diocesan priest who answered the call to serve as a missionary in Santiago Atitlán, Guatemala, where he ministered to the indigenous Tz’utujil people for 13 years. He learned both Spanish and the local Mayan dialect, translated the New Testament into their native language, and w…
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LTACL: Running Out of Purpose? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.)
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11:12Once, people could endure suffering because they knew why they bore it. But what happens when those reasons vanish and our families are so fractured we feel adrift? In his latest video, Fr. McTeigue confronts the modern crisis of meaning head-on, and shows how we can chart a course toward something greater. Watch on YouTube: Running Out of Purpose?…
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It Is Well With My Soul: A Powerful Witness in Troubled Times (Bishop Joseph Strickland) - 8/12/25
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48:368/12/25 - We welcome back Bishop Joseph Strickland to share the spiritual depth and personal conviction behind his powerful reflection, “It Is Well With My Soul.” Amid growing confusion in the world and within the Church, Bishop Strickland speaks with clarity and courage about finding lasting peace in Jesus Christ. He opens up about why he wrote th…
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Catholic Media–Old and New (Matt Archbold) 8/12/25
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46:15In response to recent announcements about the Vatican encouraging "hot priests" and "influencers," we welcome back Matt Archbold to discuss what Catholic media ought to look like, and why our evangelization efforts are failing. Show Notes The Church is Counter-Cultural. And the Solution to Its Problems are Counter-Intuitive. | Creative Minority Rep…
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From Colonial Faith to Modern Decay: What's Happened to Massachusetts? (CJ Doyle)
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48:228/11/25 - CJ Doyle, Executive Director of the Catholic Action League of Massachusetts, returns to break down some current events, including how Massachusetts elected officials and judges are imposing their immorality beyond their own state and onto the rest of the nation. We'll also get into some of the fascinating history of the Catholic faith in …
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LTACL: Are We Running Out of Time? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.)
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7:13When was the last time that you seriously thought that you were going to die? Were you ready? Father McTeigue takes a closer look at what we ought to be doing, and how we ought to prepare. Watch on YouTube: Are We Running Out of Time?By The Station of the Cross
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Don't Negotiate With the Devil (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 8/8/25
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46:16When you are in pain, whether physical, emotional, or spiritual, how do you deal with it? In this week's Let's Talk About This, Fr. McTeigue teaches us how we can avoid the temptations of sin when we are at our most vulnerable, and how it's not simply about "powering through" or "being reasonable." Father finishes with Weekend Readiness. Show Notes…
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Is Virtue Out of Style? (Fr. John Perricone) 8/7/25
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46:26We welcome back Fr. John Perricone to discuss how to truly grow in the cardinal virtues and live a better Catholic life. What does that look like in practical ways? Show Notes The Four Cardinal Virtues A Brief Reader on the Virtues of the Human Heart: Pieper, Josef The Classical Moment: Selected Essays on Knowledge and Its Pleasures After Virtue: A…
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What Made This Jewish Atheist Become a Catholic Saint and Martyr? (Joanne Wright) - 8/6/25
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46:058/6/25 - St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross, born Edith Stein (1891–1942), was a brilliant Jewish philosopher who became a Catholic nun and martyr at Auschwitz. Raised in a devout Jewish family in Germany, Edith lost her faith in her teens and became an atheist while studying philosophy under Edmund Husserl, becoming one of the leading minds in phen…
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In this finale of the three-part series, Father McTeigue takes a closer look at spiritual warfare, and shows how we win the war. This segment focuses on Priesthood. Watch on YouTube: Spiritual Warfare 3: PriesthoodBy The Station of the Cross
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8/5/25 - Missy Reilly Smith is the founder and president of WAKE UP (Women Against the Killing & Exploitation of Unprotected Persons), a 501(c)(3) charity she established after reading a 1999 exposé in The Washington Times about abortionists torturing infants and selling body parts, a catalyst that led to her lifelong commitment to pro life activis…
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