Catholic Adventurer Podcast

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NOTE: I keep saying “abrogates” in the episode what I meant was “abdicates” Sorry for any confusion.

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In this live episode of the Catholic Adventurer Podcast, broadcasted on Substack, I respond to the shocking yet no...

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.”...

In this special free episode of the Catholic Adventurer Podcast, we explore the crisis of modern masculinity. Originally intended as a casual check-in, this discussion evolved into a thorough examination of the struggles men face in today's world. We touch on the impact of feminism, the emotional challenges men encounter, and the broader cultural shifts that have contributed to this crisis. The host encourages listeners to share th...

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...

For paid subscribers; free/audio version will be published tomorrow. I share my personal struggles with the idea of abandoning everything to God Drawing on Father Jacques Philippe's book 'Finding and Maintaining Peace,' I reflect on a common fear that surrendering everything to God might lead to losing everything we value in our l...

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A final follow up to my essay, Facts, Faults, and Fallacies of Catholic Decline I sit down for a Substack Live to provide additional color to, and thoughts about why we’re seeing such drastic decline in the Catholic Church, and what we can address to fix the problem. I explain why I reject some common excuses, such as ...

In this special episode, captured from a live Substack stream, I examine the decline in mass attendance and participation in sacraments within the Catholic Church. While some blame shifting demographics or clergy scandals, I propose deeper issues like secularism and inadequate catechesis. The episode also emphasizes the significan...

We kick things off by talking about the recent my episode 32, 'Mass Hysteria,' that I just released. I share my thoughts on the reactions it’s been getting, which are both expected and yet.

Then, we get into the meat of this episode: reverence in the Mass. I’ll share my views on what real reverence means—beyond just the traditional...

In this podcast, we explore a compelling topic: Benedict XVI's prophetic insights about the future of the Holy Catholic Church. We discuss how his observations from the 1970s seem increasingly relevant today, and how the church is evolving amid modern challenges. Join me for this thought-provoking analysis and more.

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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 this video (A segment from “Reclaim ‘Catholic’”), I critically address the shortcomings of contemporary Catholic education and evangelization, particularly how Jesus is portrayed as weak and unserious. I revisit topics from my previous video on why people quit Catholicism, emphasizing the importance of presenting the whole trut...

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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...

Many people have spent a long time redefining "Catholic"—what the faith is, what it teaches, and how to live it. Often even we Catholics fail to actively define "Catholic" (The church, or the faith) in a miscalculated effort to be charitable and welcoming. I agree with the ends, but not the means. It's time to reclaim Catholic, to...

The way we teach or evangelize the Catholic faith today makes it seem so ridiculous that we practically invite people to quit it. I've spent 30 years in Catholic communications and education, and today I'm sharing three fundamental reasons why people leave the Catholic faith. First, we often teach a one-dimensional, fairy-tale ver...

Diving way-down into a complex discussion of truth, justice, and gender from a Catholic perspective. In this insightful episode, I react to a conversation between Candace Owens and Nick Cannon about objective truth and societal beliefs. The episode explores the distinctions between knowledge, belief, and whether emotion is how we ...

Five years after being devastated by fire, Notre Dame was recently reopened after a massive renovation project. But can we call this a "restoration" of what once was? And how does this symbolize what we see all over the Church, and even in our own lives as Catholics?
Ultimately in this episode I emphasize the point that God is...

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, ...

The Importance of Keeping Watch: A Reflection for Catholics  In this X Spaces session I emphasizes the need for vigilance within the Catholic faith by reflecting on Mark 13:32-37. I discuss the distractions that have pulled me away from crucial work and the pervasive sense of self-importance seen in some among the Church faithful today. Drawing parallels to the Master commanding his servants to remain watchful, I question how we ar...

This isn’t something I would normally post here, but I thought you would enjoy it. I co-host a podcast called The Dialogue with an atheist named Cal Kane. This first season of the show is “Life and Death” and the episodes discuss important topics related to that subject.

The final episode of the season will be a debate on the morality and ethics of euthanasia. One component to that argument will be the value of the human soul (huma...