Best WCAT Radio Podcasts (2025)

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ITEST Webinar Why the Unborn Matter with Randal Mandock and Francis Etheredge (December 6, 2025) 1:47:48

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In this webinar sponsored by the Institute for Theological Encounter with Science and Technology, Randal Mandock and Francis Etheredge present on Why the Unborn Matter. Our presenters Randal Mandock, PhD A Rational Case for Life Dr. Randal Mandock balanced careers in science and religious education. With a Ph.D. from Georgia Tech, he worked as a ge…

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Sonrise Morning Show with Roxane Salonen (November 18, 2025) 7:01

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Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell interview Roxane Salonen on her book, co-authored with Christina Brajkovich and Karen Anne Mahoney, entitled Finding Flannery: A Travel Memoir Exploring the Mystique of Flannery O’Connor and the Legacy She Has Left Us All. (November 18, 2025) Follow the journey… During the fiftieth anniversary year of the death of Flann…

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Roxane & Troy Salonen on Real Presence Radio Network on their Meeting with the Pope (November 18, 2025) 27:03

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Roxane & Troy Salonen on Real Presence Radio Network on their Meeting with the Pope (November 18, 2025)By WCAT Radio

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Episode 13: The Social Doctrine of the Church with Robert Fastiggi (November 18, 2025) 46:52

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In this episode of The Social Doctrine of the Church, Robert Fastiggi interviews Riccardo Cascioli on stewardship of the environment. The Catechism of the Catholic Church (1997), nos. 2415–2418 speaks of respect for the integrity of creation? What does this mean? The Compendium of the Social Doctrine of the Church (2005) devotes a whole chapter on …

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Teresa Tomeo interviews Lisa Livezey on the book Minding Mom (September 30, 2025) 22:43

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In this episode of Catholic Connection, Teresa Tomeo shares some of her own experience during a conversation with Lisa Livezey concerning Lisa's book Minding Mom surrounding a topic she calls, "near and dear to her heart." Devotional writer Lisa Livezey understands the challenges of full-time caregiving atop an already-full life. Following her fath…

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Episode 12: The Social Doctrine of the Church with Michael Vacca and Robert Fastiggi (November 12, 2025) 53:15

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In this episode of "The Social Doctrine of the Church," Michael Vacca and Robert Fastiggi interview Diego Passadore on Catholic Social Doctrine from a Latin American perspective. How did Vatican II develop Catholic social doctrine? Was there some kind of pact made by some bishops at the council? What do you think is the Latin American perspective o…

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Michael Brennan with Ben Bongers on his book True Love (November 6, 2025) 2:00

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In this episode of WCAT Radio, Michael Brennan interviews Ben Bongers on his book True Love: 12 Christmas Stories, My True Love Gave to Me Let’s face it, life is messy and so are emotions. But, as Hellen Keller said, “The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart.” This book was wri…

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Episode 5: The Epistle to the Galatians (Part 2) (October 20, 2025) 1:06:15

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In our last session of Paul: His Epistles and What They Mean, Dcn Jim McFadden reflected that the truth of the Gospel cannot be negotiated. One of the key components of the Good News is that we are justified by Jesus Christ and, as such, are not bound by the Law, but are called to the demanding life-style of self-giving generosity of the Gospel. Bu…

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Episode 11: The Social Doctrine of the Church with Michael Vacca and Robert Fastiggi (October 31, 2025) 1:23:32

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In this episode of The Social Doctrine of the Church, Michael Vacca and Robert Fastiggi interview Msgr. Piotr Mazurkiewicz on Catholic Doctrine, Solidarity, and the International Community (October 31, 2025) According to Catholic social doctrine, what is meant by the State? What are some dangerous visions of the State (e.g. totalitarian visions, et…

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Episode 10: The Social Doctrine of the Church with Michael Vacca and Robert Fastiggi (October 28, 2025) 1:12:16

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In this episode of The Social Doctrine of the Church, Michael Vacca and Robert Fastiggi talk with Theresa Notare, Assistant Director, NFP Program Secretariat of Laity, Marriage, Family Life and Youth I United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. How do questions of human fertility relate to the social doctrine of the Catholic Church? Some people …

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Thomas Sheahen on The Bible Says What? Episode 328: Science and the Bible (September 21, 2025) 57:28

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The Bible Says What!? is a podcast and YouTube channel that features the atheist host’s one-on-one conversations with Bible-believing podcasters, authors, pastors, and religious leaders from across the globe. Have you been told that science and religion are incompatible? Do you think you have to give one up to be consistent?You don’t. In this book,…

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Episode 9: The Social Doctrine of the Church with Michael Vacca and Robert Fastiggi (October 21, 2025) 1:08:21

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In this episode of Catholic Social Teaching, Robert Fastiggi and Michael Vacca interivew Neal Flesher on his book Modern Chains: The Invisible Shackles of Economic Slavery. Modern Chains examines a truth we have been conditioned to ignore: our financial system functions as a silent mechanism of enslavement. Drawing on centuries of history, philosop…

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ITEST Webinar Challenges and Opportunities of Artificial Intelligence: The MagisAI App (October 18, 2025) 2:02:11

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In this webinar hosted by the Institute for Theological Encounter with Science and Technology and the Magis Center, Fr. Robert J. Spitzer introduces the Magis AI app. Fr. Robert J. Spitzer, SJ, PhD Challenges and Opportunities of Artificial Intelligence: The MagisAI App Fr. Robert J. Spitzer, S.J., Ph.D. is President of the Magis Center of Reason a…

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Episode 4: The Epistle to the Galatians (Part 1) (October 13, 2025) 1:04:20

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Paul’s Letter to the Galatians is an important letter. Not only do we get to know Paul better as he makes biographical references to explain his conversion and his decision to place his whole life in the service of Christ Jesus, but he also deals with certain themes that are important to our faith, such as freedom, grace, and the Christian way of l…

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Episode 3: First Epistle to the Thessalonians (October 6, 2025) 54:14

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Paul’s 1st Epistle to the Thessalonians was the earliest compositions of the New Testament, written around 51 A.D., nearly 20 years before Mark’s gospel was composed. The letter was written at the beginning of what is known as Paul’s second missionary journey, in which he conveys his understanding of his mission. What does it mean to be a slave to …

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Episode 8: The Social Doctrine of the Church with Michael Vacca and Robert Fastiggi (October 9, 2025) 1:14:35

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In this episode The Social Doctrine of the Church, Michael Vacca and Robert Fastiggi interview Iain Benson on subsidiarity (October 9, 2025)By WCAT Radio

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Episode 2: Paul's Life and Conversion (September 29, 2025) 1:01:00

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In this episode of Paul: His Epistles and What They Mean, Dcn. Jim McFadden talks about Paul and his conversion. (September 29, 2025) Unlike the dearth of biographical information for the Gospel writers, The Acts of the Apostles furnishes us with a host of details about Paul’s life, his missionary toils and sermons, his relationship to the churches…

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L K Miller Deliverance Prayer 0:44

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L K Miller offers her deliverance prayer. For more, see 10 Steps to Lasting Healing: True Psychology—for Catholics by L K Miller | En Route Books and Media For far too long, prevailing messages have been that relapse is inevitable, that emotional suffering can at best be medication managed, and that permanent healing for psychological disorders is …

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Episode 1: Paul: His Epistles and Theology (September 22, 2025) 44:48

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In this inaugural episode of Paul: His Epistles and What they Mean, Dcn. Jim McFadden talks about Pauline theology. St. Augustine marveled at the depth of St. Paul’s epistles, which would nurture and strengthen the faith of so many Christians up and down the centuries. His epistles would inspire saints and countless disciples who hear his words eve…

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Episode 7: The Social Doctrine of the Church with Michael Vacca and Robert Fastiggi (September 18, 2025) 1:10:58

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In this episode of Social Doctrine of the Church, Michael Vacca and Robert Fastiggi interview John Hittinger on Human Rights, Freedom, and the State in the Magisterium of St. John Paul II. In light of Dr. Hittinger's expertise as the former director of St. John Paul II Studies at the University of St. Thomas in Houston: How did John Paul II's exper…

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Episode 6: The Social Doctrine of the Church with Michael Vacca and Robert Fastiggi (September 10, 2025) 1:07:52

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In this episode of Social Doctrine of the Church, Michael Vacca and Robert Fastiggi talk with John Klink about Catholic Social Doctrine and Migration and National Integrity. These social encyclicals were all released by different popes to address major social issues during their time. Starting in the 19th century, popes began to use their encyclica…

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Spirit Radio interviews Kenneth Francis on his book Theology in Music (August 28, 2025) 7:39

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In this episode of "I Thought You'd Like to Know," Spirit Radio interviews Kenneth Francis on his book Theology in Music (August 28, 2025) Theology in Music: How Christian Themes Permeate Classic Songs by Kenneth Francis reveals the hidden grammar in classic popular songs theologically marinated in existential narratives, featuring idolatry, sin, l…

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ITEST Webinar The Holy See and the United Nations: The International Conference on Population & Development (Cairo, 1994) (August 30, 2025) 1:49:18

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The Holy See and the United Nations: The International Conference on Population and Development (Cairo, 1994) as a Case Study Presenters: Jane Adolphe, LLB/BCL/JCL/JCD Dr. Jane F. Adolphe is a professor of law at Ave Maria School of Law in Naples, Florida (2001-present), with degrees in common law, civil law (LLB/BCL), and canon law (JCL/JCD). She …

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Episode 5: The Social Doctrine of the Church with Michael Vacca and Robert Fastiggi (August 20, 2025) 1:27:00

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In this episode of Social Doctrine of the Church, Michael Vacca talks with Jane Adolphe and Robert Fastiggi about Catholic Social Doctrine and Issues of Equality and Non-discrimination. These social encyclicals were all released by different popes to address major social issues during their time. Starting in the 19th century, popes began to use the…

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Episode 4 of The Social Doctrine of the Church with Michael Vacca and Robert Fastiggi (August 6, 2025) 1:08:14

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In this episode of Social Doctrine of the Church, Robert Fastiggi and Michael Vacca talk with Fr. Paul Sullins about Human Dignity and the Threat of Gender Ideology. Could you please tell us a little about yourself? What is meant by gender ideology or gender theory? The topic of “gender identity” is briefly touched on in no. 224 of the 2005 Compend…

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Episode 3 of The Social Doctrine of the Church with Michael Vacca and Robert Fastiggi (July 29, 2025) 1:04:13

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Catholic Social Doctrine and the Role of Conscience: Interview with Michael Vacca, Esq by Robert FastiggiBy WCAT Radio

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Episode 2 of The Social Doctrine of the Church with Michael Vacca and Robert Fastiggi (July 22, 2025) 1:20:09

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In this episode of The Social Doctrine of the Church, co-hosts Michael Vacca and Robert Fastiggi interview Daniel Gallagher on the development of Catholic Social Doctrine since Pope Leo XIII. Many people regard Leo XIII’s 1891 encyclical, Rerum Novarum, as the first of the major social encyclicals. What were some of the key teachings of this encycl…

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John Livingston, Director of Evangelization & Adult Faith Formation at St. Peter Catholic Church, St. Louis (July 16, 2025) 58:28

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In this episode of I Thought You'd Like to Know, Chris Reilly interviews John Livingston, Director of Evangelization & Adult Faith Formation at St. Peter Catholic Church in Kirkwood, MO.By WCAT Radio

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Episode 1 of The Social Doctrine of the Church with Michael Vacca and Robert Fastiggi (July 16, 2025) 1:04:43

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Podcast 1 (July 15, 2025): What is meant by the social doctrine of the Catholic Church? Many claim that Catholic social doctrine only began with Pope Leo XIII's 1891 encyclical, Rerum Novarum. Is this accurate? Are there not biblical and Patristic roots to Catholic social doctrine? What do you believe are the key principles of Catholic social doctr…

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ITEST Webinar Bioethics & AI as Human Flourishing: Where Catholic & Orthodox Social Teaching meet in One Christian Social Ethos Jun 14, 2025 2:02:15

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In this episode of I Thought You'd Like to Know This, Too, ITEST presents a webinarentitled "Bioethics & AI as Human Flourishing: Where Catholic & Orthodox Social Teaching meet in One Christian Social Ethos" (June 14, 2025) Dr. Constantine Psimopoulos BIOETHICS AND AI AS HUMAN FLOURISHING: WHERE CATHOLICS AND ORTHODOX MEET IN ONE CHRISTIAN SOCIAL E…

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Bishop Joseph Coffey interviews Mo Moured on Cross the Divide Ministry (June 11, 2025) 1:02:23

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In this episode of WCAT Radio's "I Thought You'd Like to Know," Bishop Joseph Coffey interviews Mo Moured on Cross the Divide Ministry (June 11, 2025) Cross the Divide is helping veterans and their families navigate the challenging terrain of life, promoting healing, hope, strength and growth by application of Christ-centered, biblical truths in th…

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Episode 7 of Synods and Synodality: George Weigel on the Concept of Synodality and its Impact on the Catholic Church (April 9, 2025) 56:48

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In this episode of Synods and Synodality, Robert Fastiggi and Michael Vacca interview George Weigel on the concept of synodality and its impact on the Catholic Church. George Weigel emphasized that synodality in Eastern Christianity involves governance by synods of bishops, unlike the current Western interpretation. He highlighted the importance of…

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New Books Network - Almost Good Catholics on Lived Experience and the Search for Truth (April 5, 2025) 1:13:24

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“What is truth?” Pontius Pilate scoffed at Jesus (Jn 18:38), and that’s how we think about matters today in our culture—subjectively: my truth, your truth, etc. To make the argument that there is a knowable Truth (with a capital T) that is written in the world and in our bones, theologians Deborah Savage and Robert Fastiggi examine a selection of a…

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ITEST Webinar AI and Sin: Medieval Robots and the Theology of Technology (April 5, 2025) 1:57:52

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In this webinar entitled AI and Sin: Medieval Robots and the Theology of Technology, hosted by the Institute for Theological Encounter with Science and Technology, Dr. Chris Reilly and Dr. Jordan Joseph Wales offer their insights into the promises and challenges of Artificial Intelligence. (April 5, 2025) Christopher M. Reilly, ThD AI and Sin: How …

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Fr. Christopher Seith on his book Rekindling Wonder on EWTN's "Life on the Rock" with Fr. Mark Mary, MFVA (Part 2) (January 13, 2025) 24:58

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Fr. Christopher Seith deepens his conversation with Fr. Mark about the role of social media and the importance of silence from technology and other such distractions in our lives. (January 13, 2025)By WCAT Radio

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Fr. Christopher Seith on his book Rekindling Wonder on EWTN's "Life on the Rock" with Fr. Mark Mary, MFVA (Part 1) (January 6, 2025) 25:28

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Fr. Christopher Seith joins Father Mark to talk about his book, Rekindling Wonder, and the immense importance of and benefits from stepping away from screen time in daily life. (January 6, 2025)By WCAT Radio

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Sr. Ilia Delio, OSF - An Evolutionary and Integrative Approach to Faith and Science (February 24, 2025) 58:47

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In this episode of I Thought You'd Like to Know This, Too, Sr. Carla Mae Streeter, OP, interviews Sister Ilia Delio, OSF, a Franciscan sister with a background in science and theology. Sr. Ilia discussed her journey from neurobiology to historical theology, emphasizing the integration of science and religion. She highlighted the need for a dynamic …

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ITEST Webinar on The Anthropic Principle with Dr. Bob Kurland and Dr. William M. Briggs (February 22, 2025) 1:56:35

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Bob Kurland's Slide Links In all protein functions, parts of the proteins bind loosely to other parts of the protein and thus form appropriate structures that are essential to their function. This is shown very nicely in this TED YouTube video, by Professor Ken Dill https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zm-3kovWpNQ Here is another nice YouTube video show…

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Trending with Timmerie AI & How to Help Fire Victims (January 18, 2025) 51:24

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Christian principles for thriving with artificial intelligence with guest Christopher M. Reilly onTrending with Timmerie.(1:30) Volunteering and donating to the LA fire victims with Catherine Contreras. (26:17) Good news in the debate on gender. California: Teachers have no obligation to follow policies that require them to keep secrets from parent…

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Episode 6 of Synods and Synodality: Interview with Edward Pentin on his College of Cardinals Report (February 19, 2025) 41:22

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In this episode of Synods and Synodality, Dr. Robert Fastiggi and Michael Vacca, JD, interview Edward Pentin on his College of Cardinals Report (February 19, 2025)By WCAT Radio

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Episode 5 of Synods and Synodality: How does Synodality work within the Eastern Catholic Churches? (February 13, 2025) 1:22:23

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In this episode of Synods and Synodality, Dr. Robert Fastiggi and Michael Vacca, J.D. discuss with Fr. Deacon Robert Klesko of EWTN, Fr. Daniel Dozier, Pastor of St. George the Great Byzantine Catholic Church, Olympia, WA, Fr Michael Winn, LTh and Fr Deacon Anthony Dragani, PhD. how Synodality works within the Eastern Catholic Churches. (February 1…

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Episode 4 of Synods and Synodality: The Synods of Synodality under Pope Francis (February 12, 2025) 1:23:04

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Why have some of the Synods generated so much controversy? What documents have resulted from these Synods? How are we to understand synodality? What are some highlights of the final document of the Synods on Synodality? What parts might need further clarification and development? How will synodality influence the Church’s future? Interview with Sr.…

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Episode 3 of Synods and Synodality: The Synod of Bishops held during the Pontificates of Paul VI, John Paul II, & Benedict XVI (Feb 5, 2025) 1:09:08

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In this episode of Synods and Synodality with co-hosts Dr. Robert Fastiggi and Dr. Michael Vacca, Dr. Eduardo Echeverria, Professor of Philosophy and Theology at Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit, addresses some important points on Synods, namely: 1) Why do you think Paul VI established the Synod of Bishops on Sept. 15, 1965 (while Vatican II …

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Jesse Romero interviews Joseph Freymann on his book Summa Apologetica (January 30, 2025) 51:17

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In this episode of Jesus 911, Jesse Romero interviews Joseph Freymann on his book Summa Apologetics (January 30, 2025) Summa Apologetica is for adults and mature teens. It is specifically designed for a year-long course in Catholic Apologetics at the late high-school or early-college level. The book contains 160 questions and answers on Catholicism…

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Dr. Angelyn Arden interviews Chai Mahfood on her book Damnatio Memoriae (January 25, 2025) 38:39

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In this episode of I Thought You'd Like to Know This, Too, Dr. Angelyn Arden interviews Chai Mahfood on her book Damnatio Memoriae (January 25, 2025) After confronting unspeakable paranormal entities and narrowly escaping with his life, a young man faces the challenges of survival in the aftermath. Damnatio Memoriae by Chai Mahfood | En Route Books…

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Episode 2 of Synods and Synodality: What is an ecumenical council? (January 22, 2025) 1:39:54

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In this episode of Synods and Synodality, Dr. Robert Fastiggi and Dr. Michael Vacca discuss what an ecumenical council is, and how we know that a council is ecumenical. Why does the Catholic Church accept 21 councils as ecumenical but the Eastern Orthodox only accept the first 7? What have been some of the most important ecumenical councils in Cath…

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Episode 1 of Synods and Synodality: History, Purpose, and Current Controversies--What is a Church Synod or Council? (January 15, 2024) 1:26:50

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"Synods and Synodality: History, Purpose, and Current Controversies" Co-sponsored by En Route Books & Media (https://enroutebooksandmedia.com/) and the International Catholic Jurists Forum (https://icjurist.org/). Dr. Robert Fastiggi and Michael Vacca, J.D., M.A. will co-moderate the podcast interviews. Description: The 2023 and 2024 Synods on Syno…

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What Else Can We Do? A Presentation by Rich May (January 11, 2025) 1:45:53

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The goal of Rich May's workbook entitled Addressing Moral Confusion is to help our youth to receive catechetical instruction without getting bogged down by the mindset of the world today, thereby enabling them to be more open to the truth of the Gospel of Christ and His Church. It uniquely addresses these challenges, drawing from The Catechism of t…

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Carlos Martini, de la Universidad Católica de Paraguay, entrevista a Mario Ramos-Reyes sobre su libro La Navidad (December 19, 2024) 10:19

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Carlos Martini, de la Universidad Católica de Paraguay, entrevista a Mario Ramos-Reyes sobre su libro La NavidadBy WCAT Radio

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Why Christians Can Wear Pants with Fr. Rob 24:04

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In this episode of the Catholic Link podcast. Fr. Conrad Murphy, host of the Habemus Papam podcast, joins Fr. Rob and Fr. George to discuss his new book Why Christians Can Wear Pants: Spiritual Lessons from Strange Stories in Papal History. This new book is the product of Fr. Murphy’s podcast project. Over the course of six years, Fr. Murphy create…