Catholic Adventurer Podcast

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I respond to Pope Leo XIV’s comments about Cardinal Cupich’s decision to honor Senator Dick Durbin with an award. The Pope urged Catholics to look at Durbin’s “overall record” — a fair point rooted in Catholic moral tradition — but his remarks raised bigger questions about clarity, consistency, and what the fait...

This isn’t really about me, it’s about you. I wanted to give a fuller explanation of why I’m “exiting the game” of this apostolate, and also share what was behind it—an understanding of the importance of serving the Will of God. How do we recognize God’s will, and what should be our attitude toward its service?

I share my story, the history of my apostolate, the history of the rise and abrupt fall of my professional brand, how all o...

You won’t need Scooby and the Gang to solve this mystery. I’ve already done it.

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A Paid Subscribers’ Episode, with a 10 minute FREE preview. Looking for the full episode? Free for one day only, in another post - In this new episode I take on a claim that just won’t die: that Vatican II ...

I open the show with a candid and fiery reflection on the current state of Catholic evangelization online. I express my deep concerns about the growing number of unqualified, under-formed voices who dominate independent Catholic media, and challenge the idea that good intentions and internet access are enough to represent the voice ...

Imagine that ‘Don’ Vito Corleone, boss of the Corleone crime family, left his life of crime and took his Catholic faith seriously. How would such a man, intent on not only living a holy life, but on fulfilling his duty as a father, convince his sons to follow his lead and return to the Catholic faith?

I think it would sound something like this…

NOTE: Originally published 7/14/2023, republished 6/26/2025 with VoiceOver

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This is a followup (sort of an after show) to a recent podcast I recorded live on my Instagram. But here I go just a little deeper, as I talk about the importance of going beyond the surface of the Catholic experience, and journeying “into the deep”. The real riches of the faith lie in its depths, not on the surface. Using examples ...

The Catholic Church is old—dusty, crusty, and ancient. Why would any rational person base their life on what this 2,000-year-old institution says?

That’s a question I’ve heard a lot over the years, but I’m hearing it a lot more lately. It’s often the star of the show in social media comments, and YouTube commentary. No actual arguments, no logical responses, just “The Catholic Church is old, the Bible is ancient. Ignore them”

The Ca...

Voiceover/Reading of my article, "Are You Judas, Peter, or John" on my Substack

During the mass readings for Palm Sunday, I was overwhelmed by thoughts and ideas that came to my mind as we read the Passion narrative in the Gospel.

I usually don’t like this Gospel reading in the mass very much because I always feel awkward reciting the parts spoken by the crowd. I don’t like saying things like “Crucify him!” or “He deserves to die.”...

Today remember that the people will exultantly shout, "Hosanna, hosanna!" and line the path of Jesus to throw palms on the ground before him.On Good Friday, they'll shout, "Crucify him, crucify him!" and line up along the path to Golgotha to spit on him.

What changes a heart from "Hosanna!" to "Crucify him!"? Why do we hear of only women weeping for Our Lord, Veronica wanting to tend to him, and only one man, Simon, begrudgingly sho...

Freedom is one of those words that have been redefined by secular culture over a long period. True Freedom: Understanding the Liberty to Live According to Our Nature.

St. Thomas Aquinas teaught that freedom is the capacity to act in accordance with reason and will, and to choose what is good. He believed that true freedom is found in...

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In this episode, we discuss 'Credo vs. Fide,' or belief from knowledge versus faith—confidence of the heart—and how only one makes a saint. Many Catholics recite the creed without understanding its deep meanings, leading to a deficiency in true faith—fide. To bridge this gap, I offer ways to build good credo and fide, emphasizing the importance of genuine, heartfelt belief. Additionall...

Advent: More Than Letting Jesus’ Light In – Prepare for the End Times!

In this video, we dive into the true meaning of Advent, a season of anticipation not just for Christmas but for the second coming of Jesus. Contrary to popular belief, Advent isn't just about letting the light of Jesus into our hearts – it's about commemorating His first coming and preparing for His return. Learn how to prepare for Jesus' second coming with joy, ...