Best Keith Nester Podcasts (2025)

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REPLAY: Two Sides of a Catholic Conversion Story (w/ Keith Nester and Devin Schadt) 1:48:47

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In this episode of The Cordial Catholic, I'm joined by former Protestant pastor Keith Nester and author and speaker Devin Schadt to discuss the process of Catholic conversion from two sides of the same story. In a first for this podcast we unfold the narrative of a Catholic conversion–Keith’s conversion, in this case–from two different perspectives…

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Will the Internet Kill Protestantism? The Age of Online Evangelism (Keith Nester) | Ep. 534 3:10:11

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Keith Nester is a former Protestant pastor who spent over 20 years in ministry before becoming Catholic in 2017. Now a full-time evangelist, author, and speaker, he helps others navigate the convert’s journey through his book The Convert’s Guide to Roman Catholicism and his YouTube channel and podcast Catholic Feedback. Keith leads Down to Earth Mi…

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How Studying to Be a Protestant Pastor Turned Me Catholic (I Lost Everything) | Ep. 535 3:10:32

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CONVERSION STORY: After a profound Christian conversion during high school, Brandon Eaves set out to pursue ministry full-time, earning both undergraduate and graduate degrees at Columbia International University with the intention of becoming a Protestant pastor—instead, his studies brought him to the Catholic Church. Brandon shares the intellectu…

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Mother Natalia's AMAZING Journey 1:20:53

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Mother Natalia is an Eastern Rite Catholic Nun with the Christ the Bridegroom Monastery in NE Ohio. https://www.christthebridegroom.org/ "What God is Not" Podcast episode: https://youtu.be/oMrbe43odF4?si=BhKXsj2jBUnhnJ7w Join Keith on a pilgrimage to France! https://selectinternationaltours.com/product/saints-of-france-with-fr-aaron-junge-and-keith…

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Episode - 15 Minutes To Change Your Marriage 20:29

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Jim is joined by Father Allen Hoffa where he outlines a 15 minute-a-day marriage transformation regimen for all couples. God blesses the work, commit to it Be a barrier-free communication couple Shared prayer makes the difference

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18th Sunday in Ordinary Time 30:58

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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: Earthly Perspective vs. Heavenly Perspective How to see things the way God wants Changing your perspective. The readings can be found here:https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/080325.cfm The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now available!Click here to order: https://bit.ly/3Wr9ExT Use code:…

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309: An Anti-Catholic Calvinist Converts to Catholicism (w/ Pierce Benefield) 1:15:48

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In this episode of The Cordial Catholic, I'm joined by Piece Benefield. A fierce defender of Calvinism, Pierce converted to the Catholic faith after a long and fascinating journey – including going head-to-head with Catholics in a group chat, fulling intending to convert them to Calvinism, but being challenged by their through and thoroughly biblic…

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17th Sunday in Ordinary Time 28:16

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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: Does Prayer Change God’s Mind? How should we bring our requests to God? What we can expect from God. The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/072725.cfm The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now available! Click here to order: https://bit.ly/3Wr9ExT Use code: ROSA…

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308: The Rock Star Pastor Who Returned to the Catholic Church (w/ Mark Saunders) 1:43:12

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In this episode of The Cordial Catholic, I'm joined by Mark Saunders, who has an incredible "reversion" story to tell. Raised in a devout Catholic household Mark explains why he initially left the Catholic Church – despite working as an altar server and even discerning the priesthood at one point! – and how his success as a musician led to a life o…

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Episode 234 - 10 Minutes to Change Your Life with Fr. Hoffa 20:43

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Father Allen Hoffa joins Jim to share his strategy for transforming your life using 10 minutes a day. Spend 5-minutes doing nightly review Take control and be proactive Spend 5-minutes each morning on thankfulness and improvement

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The Church Abandoned Aquinas. Now We're In Crisis. (Fr. Dominic Legge) | Ep. 533 2:49:33

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Fr. Dominic Legge, O.P., is the President of the Pontifical Faculty of the Immaculate Conception (PFIC) at the Dominican House of Studies in Washington, D.C. He is an Ordinary Member of the Pontifical Academy of St. Thomas Aquinas, and holds a J.D. from Yale Law School, a Ph.L. from the School of Philosophy of The Catholic University of America, an…

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16th Sunday in Ordinary Time 25:41

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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: God wants your heart more than your activity. Don’t be distracted by “good things.” Serve the Lord, but stay with him. The readings can be found here:https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/072025.cfm The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now available!Click here to order: https://bit.ly/3Wr9Ex…

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307: The Good, The Bad, and the Miraculous History of the Pope (w/ Dr. Matthew Bunson) 1:01:31

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In this episode of The Cordial Catholic, I'm joined by ETWN's Dr. Matthew Bunson to talk about everything related to the Pope. We discuss Pope Leo XIV but also the history of the papacy, the biblical roots of the idea of the pope, how popes are elected and how that's changed over time, why the development of papacy authority is actually not what yo…

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Fitness Legend Mike Pantile's Catholic Conversion 1:54:23

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Mike Pantile is a popular fitness influencer and entrepreneur who shares his amazing journey to the Catholic faith with Keith. The next day, Mike deadlifted 705lbs at the St. Michael Barbell club. It was epic! https://mikepantile.com/ / mikepantile https://x.com/mikepantile / @mikepantile The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now available!…

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Tyranny and the Post-Christian West (Rod Dreher) | Ep. 532 3:08:45

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Rod Dreher is a bestselling author and cultural critic known for his incisive commentary on faith, politics, and modern society. His landmark books The Benedict Option and Live Not By Lies have shaped conversations on Christian resilience in an age of decline, while his newest work, Living in Wonder, turns inward, exploring beauty, suffering, and t…

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15th Sunday in Ordinary Time 19:25

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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: The big “IF” We have what we need to be holy. It’s not about will power, it’s about love. The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/071325.cfm The Catholic Woodworker Rosary Crew Rosary is now available! Click here to order: https://bit.ly/3Wr9ExT Use code: ROSARYCREW-FREE…

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306: The Early Church Will Make You Catholic (w/ Dr. DP Curtin) 1:13:56

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In this episode of The Cordial Catholic, I'm joined by early Church historian, scholar, and translator Dr. DP Curtin, to talk about what the documents left behind by the very earliest Christians tell us about the faith. Dr. Curtin, translator of hundreds and hundreds of documents from the Early Church, sits down to explain just how Catholic-soundin…

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Episode 233 - The Pornification Culture with Jim O'Day 14:53

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Jim dives into the increasing hypersexualization and pornification of society, it's effects, and what we can do about it. Sexuality is now a commodity Hypersexuality is culturally embedded in all media We can expect increased anxiety and depression as society continues down the pornified path

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Surviving Cancer and Finding God (Tammy Peterson) | Ep. 531 2:10:53

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Tammy Peterson, wife of clinical psychologist and cultural commentator Jordan Peterson, is a Canadian podcast host and speaker known for her inspiring personal journey. After surviving a rare and fatal cancer diagnosis, Tammy experienced a profound spiritual transformation, ultimately converting to Catholicism in 2023. Her story of faith, resilienc…

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14th Sunday in Ordinary Time 31:41

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In this episode, we will explore ideas such as: The gospel is the good news that brings comfort to the world. The true Israel is not about genetics, but about faith in Jesus. Focus on your relationship with Jesus, not on the results of your work. The readings can be found here: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/070625.cfm The Catholic Woodwork…

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305: An Evangelical Worship Leader Discovers Gregorian Chant (w/ Dr. Carly York) 1:09:27

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In this episode of The Cordial Catholic, I'm joined by the wonderful Dr. Carly York, a former Evangelical worship leader, a student of church music, a musician in her own right, and a Catholic convert. Dr. York's story – a journey from small-town baptist music ministry to studying Gregorian Chant at the Catholic University of America – is an incred…

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Fr. Chris Podhajsky- The Priest Who Made Me Catholic. 2:12:13

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This episode is sponsored by The Augustine Institute. https://www.augustineinstitute.org/graduate-school/graduate-school Fr. Chris Podhajsky is the priest that Keith met with on his journey into the Catholic Church. He joins Keith for a fascinating conversation about the priesthood, marriage, the upcoming election of a new pope, and so much more. S…

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The Truth About Islam: Pedophilia, Violence, and Conquest (Apostate Prophet) | Ep. 530 2:44:12

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Ridvan Aydemir, known online as Apostate Prophet, is a Turkish-born former Muslim who grew up in a devout Sunni household and later became a prominent critic of Islam. After a period of intense religious study and ideological shifts—including atheism, secular communism, and Judaism—he became an Orthodox Christian catechumen. Ridvan launched his You…

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Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul 2025 31:08

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This episode is sponsored by The Augustine Institute. The Church needs faithful, well-formed leaders. Our sponsor, Augustine Institute, offers master's degrees in theology, Pastoral Theology, and Catholic Education—rooted in Scripture and tradition —offered online, on campus, or in a hybrid format. Be equipped to teach, lead, and evangelize clearly…

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304: The Biblical Case for the Perpetual Virginity of Mary (w/ Deacon Frank) 1:08:04

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In this episode of The Cordial Catholic, I'm joined by Deacon Frank – a deacon, author, columnist, and speaker – to unpack the biblical roots, proof, and evidence for the Perpetual Virginity of Mary. Using the Bible as the jumping off point, Deacon Frank is speaking directly to our non-Catholic Christian audience as he explains what makes Catholics…

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The Magisterium, Apologetics, and Liturgy Wars (Voice of Reason) | Ep. 529 3:29:13

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Alex Jurado, known online as Voice of Reason, is a Catholic apologist and content creator with one of the most recognizable voices in the space. A former teenage catechist and seminarian, he began creating videos in 2023 and quickly gained a global audience. In 2024, he debated Dr. James White in his first public debate and later appeared on The Ge…

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The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ 2025 28:46

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This episode is sponsored by The Augustine Institute. The Church needs faithful, well-formed leaders. Our sponsor, Augustine Institute, offers master's degrees in theology, Pastoral Theology, and Catholic Education—rooted in Scripture and tradition —offered online, on campus, or in a hybrid format. Be equipped to teach, lead, and evangelize clearly…

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303: The Incredible Evangelical Power of the Stigmata (/w John Clark) 1:07:23

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In this episode of The Cordial Catholic, I'm joined by Catholic Answers author, apologist, and columnist John Clark to talk about the stigmata – the incredible, miraculous wounds of Christ as experienced by some of the most profound saints down through history. And, the incredible evangelical power that the stigmata – and stigmatists – have today! …

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Curtis Mitch's Catholic Journey 1:43:32

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Curtis Mitch, M.A., is the principal annotator and Associate Editor of the Ignatius Study Bible series. Mitch joined the Augustine Institute in 2022 as a Bible Projects Managing Editor and concurrent Associate Professor of Sacred Scripture. Curtis joins Keith to discuss his personal faith journey and his work with the Ignatius Study Bible, which he…

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Episode 232 - Little Joey Goes to Mass with Estelle Nester 19:59

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Estelle Nester, author of Little Joey Goes to Mass and Faith Like a Child joins Jim on this week’s podcast. They discuss how helping our kids know the faith can help them navigate tough times and current issues while also helping us know our faith. We need to see the faith through a child's curious eyes Knowing and believing you are a loved child o…

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Playing Satan, Christ is King, and Modern Protestantism (Jarret LeMaster) | Ep. 528 3:16:03

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Jarret LeMaster is an American actor, producer, and director known for his dynamic presence in film, television, and digital media. He has starred in feature films such as Unplanned, Nefarious, and Turn Around Jake, and is recognized for his sharp comedic work with The Babylon Bee, where he portrays Satan in their popular satirical sketches. 🍺 Want…

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The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity 30:18

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This episode is sponsored by The Augustine Institute. The Church needs faithful, well-formed leaders. Our sponsor, Augustine Institute, offers master's degrees in theology, Pastoral Theology, and Catholic Education—rooted in Scripture and tradition —offered online, on campus, or in a hybrid format. Be equipped to teach, lead, and evangelize clearly…

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302: A Jehovah's Witness Discovers the Early Church (w/ Jannah Russell) 1:04:50

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In this episode of The Cordial Catholic, I'm joined by Jannah Russell to share her remarkable Catholic conversion story. Raised in the Jehovah's Witness tradition, Jannah explains how her and her husband became disillusioned with the group, eventually leaving, and rediscovering faith on their own. Their journey, ever seeking the truth of Christ and…

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Jim O'Day's Catholic Conversion 1:32:37

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Jim O'Day is the executive director of Integrity Restored. In this episode, he joins Keith to discuss his spiritual journey from the life of New York nightclubs to discovering the beauty of the Catholic faith. This incredible conversation covers Jim's journey as a husband and father and, eventually, his work in the battle against impurity. Jim's li…

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Episode 231 - The "Personalization" of Porn 15:47

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Jim discusses the frightening trend of customizable, personalized adult content and what it means -- how we can be aware of the changes and what to do about them. Even more time being spent isolating and consuming The fallacy of virtual relationships Potential legal issues

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IVF, Surrogacy, and Embryo Adoption (Stephanie Gray Connors) | Ep. 527 2:13:05

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Stephanie Gray Connors is an international speaker and author of On IVF, known for addressing complex bioethical issues like infertility, abortion, and assisted suicide. She has given over 1,000 presentations across North America and internationally, including at Yale, UC Berkeley, and Google headquarters. Stephanie has debated prominent abortion a…

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Pentecost 2025 33:16

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This episode is sponsored by The Augustine Institute. The Church needs faithful, well-formed leaders. Our sponsor, Augustine Institute, offers master's degrees in theology, Pastoral Theology, and Catholic Education—rooted in Scripture and tradition —offered online, on campus, or in a hybrid format. Be equipped to teach, lead, and evangelize clearly…

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301: Making the Case for Converting to Catholicism (w/ Dr. Peter Kreeft) 1:03:41

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In this episode of The Cordial Catholic, I'm joined by the incredible Dr. Peter Kreeft, philosopher, theologian, and one of the most important modern converts to the Catholic faith to unpack his own conversion journey and discuss why it makes good logical, philosophical, biblical, and historical sense to become Catholic. We talk about his journey f…

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Modern Art, Pornography, and Redemption (Andrew Klavan) | Ep. 526 1:40:10

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Andrew Klavan is an American novelist, screenwriter, and video satirist. He is known for his political and cultural commentary on Daily Wire's The Andrew Klavan Show. 🍺 Want to Support Pints With Aquinas? 🍺 Get episodes a week early, score a free PWA beer stein, and join exclusive live streams with me! Become an annual supporter at 👉 https://mattfr…

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Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord 21:04

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This episode is sponsored by The Augustine Institute. The Church needs faithful, well-formed leaders. Our sponsor, Augustine Institute, offers master's degrees in theology, Pastoral Theology, and Catholic Education—rooted in Scripture and tradition —offered online, on campus, or in a hybrid format. Be equipped to teach, lead, and evangelize clearly…

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300: Why is the Pope So Important? (w/ Brandon Eaves and Chris Kellam) 1:28:55

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In this episode of The Cordial Catholic, I'm joined by my two friends and former Evangelical seminarians (and, in Chris's case, a pastor) to discuss the importance of the Pope. Why is the Pope so important? In their trademark cordial and insightful style, Brandon and Chris help us to dig deeply into the biblical and historical roots of the papacy, …

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The Religious Hippie (Amber Rose) 1:48:49

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Join us for a candid conversation about life, reversion, marriage, and what Gen. Z needs from the Catholic Church. Amber's website: https://the-religious-hippie.square.site/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX7C7Gh0oHVfvj5WKov_5HQ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_religious_hippie X: https://x.com/HippieReligious To support the chan…

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Exorcism, Spiritual Warfare, and S*xuall Abuse (Fr. Dan Reehil) | Ep. 525 2:18:19

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Father Dan Reehil is a Catholic priest who transitioned from a successful Wall Street career to the priesthood after a life-changing pilgrimage to Medjugorje in 1998. This spiritual conversion led him to leave New York after 9/11 and begin priestly formation in Boston. He was ordained in 2014 and now serves as the exorcist for the Diocese of Nashvi…

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6th Sunday in Easter 28:12

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This episode is sponsored by The Augustine Institute. The Church needs faithful, well-formed leaders. Our sponsor, Augustine Institute, offers master's degrees in theology, Pastoral Theology, and Catholic Education—rooted in Scripture and tradition —offered online, on campus, or in a hybrid format. Be equipped to teach, lead, and evangelize clearly…

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299: Responding to Crises in the World and the Church (w/ Fr. Donald Haggerty) 1:03:14

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In this episode of The Cordial Catholic, I'm joined by Father Donald Haggerty, priest at St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York and the author of a number of fine books including The Hour of Testing: Spiritual Depth and Insight in a Time of Ecclesial Uncertainty. We're talking about taking the temperature of society and responding to crises both in th…

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Guys, this is serious. Seriously. (John Henry Spann) | Ep. 524 3:26:05

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John Henry Spann is a Catholic husband and a father to five children, who he lives with on his farm in the southern Appalachians. He has worked in secondary education at all levels from football coach to principal. He is passionate about authentic, Catholic education, and is currently the Dean of Academics, at an orthodox Catholic K-12 hybrid schoo…

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5th Sunday in Easter 23:11

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This episode is sponsored by The Augustine Institute. The Church needs faithful, well-formed leaders. Our sponsor, Augustine Institute, offers master's degrees in theology, Pastoral Theology, and Catholic Education—rooted in Scripture and tradition —offered online, on campus, or in a hybrid format. Be equipped to teach, lead, and evangelize clearly…

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298: The Point, Purpose, and Importance of Liturgy (w/ Chris Carstens) 1:06:54

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In this episode of The Cordial Catholic, I'm joined by one of my all-time liturgical heroes Chris Carstens to talk all things liturgy – and the centrality of Christ at Mass. What is the liturgy? What is it meant to do and how are we meant to do it? Why do we worship liturgically? And how can we do it better? Plus, we talk about the future of the li…

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SPECIAL: An Eastern Catholic Priest on Why the Pope is so Important (w/ Fr. Haig Chahinian) 27:38

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In this special episode of The Cordial Catholic, I'm joined, from Rome, by Fr. Haig Chahinian, a priest in the Armenian Catholic Church, and the CEO of Salt and Light Media, to talk about the importance of a pope, the papacy, and papal conclaves for the Eastern Catholic Churches. While Fr. Haig was originally scheduled to talk about Eastern Catholi…

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7 Things Protestants Misunderstand About Christianity (Dr. John Bergsma) | Ep. 523 4:07:56

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Dr. John Bergsma is a Full Professor of Theology at the Franciscan University of Steubenville, in Steubenville, Ohio. He served as a Protestant pastor for four years before entering the Catholic Church in 2001 while pursuing a Ph.D. in Theology from the University of Notre Dame. He specializes in the Old Testament and the Dead Sea Scrolls, graduati…