The Catholic Experience

In this passionate and personal episode, I take aim at the rising tide of disunity and disloyalty within the Church—especially among radical traditionalists, but also modernists. Reflecting on my near-detour into sedevacantism 30 years ago, I share hard-won wisdom about loyalty, liturgy, and what it really means to be a traditional Catholic.

You'll hear a response to a viral Instagram comment about the Latin Mass (Find the image bel...

Let’s talk about going deeper in the lived experience of the Catholic faith, beyond the surface. Basing my points on a revelation I recently had on social media (“the surface”) I discuss how viewers often miss important points in my podcast clips because they swipe away too soon, having not found the “surface level” substance they’ve come to expect from a “Catholic video” This is emblematic of what Catholic culture has become even ...

The great deceiver; the man of iniquity. What’s should we understand about the Antichrist? In this episode I discuss the characteristics and deceptions of the Antichrist, the trials the Church must endure, and the ultimate battle between good and evil. I talk about some clues and “signs” we’re seeing in the human culture even today, and some hints we’re seeing even in Catholic culture. Could the Antichrist already be among us? Tune...

Welcome to the inaugural episode of 'Catholic Rants' a TikTok LIVE series. I’m making the audio available to my podcast audience here, and on my podcast carriers. In this session, I talk about cancer, the suffering it bring

s, and I explore the question "Why!?" I share personal anecdotes, including the compartmentalization of grief and difficult questions of faith sparked by my mother's passing and personal experiences with prayer r...

In this short segment, originally shared on social media, I explore what the Catholic Church teaches about the Antichrist, the significance of this figure in Catholic doctrine, and my personal views on the possibility of the Antichrist's imminent arrival. I also address the controversial and often divisive claim that the Pope is the Antichrist, tracing its roots back to the Protestant Reformation. This is concise yet compelling ove...

This is both dated, and current. It's from a Substack Live session I hosted back in April, but I never got around to making it available on-demand. In this episode I discuss the theology behind Heaven, Hell, and the Catholic teachings regarding who goes where based on an essay I published in April, titled "Heaven, Hell, and My Prescription for What We Should Be Focused on" here on Substack.

We'll explore the concepts of mercy, justi...

This is the free, abbreviated version. Paid subscribers, get the full, video version here In this abbreviated episode (Full version, for paid subscribers) I share my initial reactions to the election of Pope Leo XIV, my initial hope for Cardinal Sarah, and what I think of Pope Leo so far. Learn why I felt a sense of both surprise and optimism when I saw the new pope, and hear my thoughts on the damage done during Pope Francis's pap...

This is the free, audio-only version of a Substack Live session from last week. There’s a lot of wisdom and substance in this episode, and I know you’ll love it. Paid subscribers get longer episodes, video, and other enhancements to the experience. Consider upgrading, if you already subscribe for free.

I share my personal struggles with the idea of abandoning everything to God Drawing on Father Jacques Philippe's book 'Finding and M...

In today's episode, I share my struggles with trusting in God .I hope that by sharing my journey, it might resonate with you and perhaps help you in your own walk of faith. Join me as I open up about these difficult moments and the lessons I'm learning along the way.

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00:00 Introduction to the Catholic Adventure Podcast00:17 Struggles with Trusting in God00:49 Personal and Professional Challenges02:03 The Catholic...

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With Joe Biden recently joining the Freemasons, I decided to re-publish this classic episode on Freemasonry. 

We're starting off with a riveting conversation that explores the intriguing intersectio...

Hello Adventurers! Today, I'm going deep into a throw[way]back episode called "Jesus Cancels the Debt" where I talk about the awe-inspiring sacrament of confession. Ever wondered why confession is so crucial for Catholics? How Jesus, with his eternal sacrifice, continues to cancel our sins debt every time we confess? Join me as I unravel the significance of confession through a captivating analogy you might not have heard before.

The case I would make to protestants, or Catholics who don't believe in the real presence of Jesus in the Holy Eucharist.

This is not my attempt to change minds, but only to give the listener some information to consider. Whether you're a Catholic questioning the real presence of Jesus in the Eucharist, a Protestant who denies or rejects the Catholic belief about the Holy Eucharist, or someone just keen on deep theological discussio...

In this episode I start out with a special announcement, introducing two new exciting short-form podcast projects focused on scripture. One project targets adults with in-depth reflections and historical context, while the other caters to children, presenting Bible stories with interactive discussions for parents and kids. 

Both podcasts will be newsletter-exclusive (Sign Up Here!), and the one geared toward adults will start rollin...

In this clip from a Locals-exclusive episode on spiritual fatigue—and what I call 'Catholic' fatigue— I talk about why true spiritual warfare involves focusing on Jesus rather than the conflict itself. 

Drawing parallels to temporal warfare, I speaker highlight that the objective is not the fight but achieving the goal of growing in holiness and overcoming temptations. I also cover the nature of temptations from the world, the flesh...

Exploring Hell, God's Mercy, and the Hope of Heaven. This is A segment from "Focus and Attention", an episode of my #podcast "The Catholic Experience" available now on iTunes, Spotify, iHeartRadio, TuneIn and on my website (link in bio) #catholic #catholicism #catholicpodcast

Full Episode on my website or search through the episodes on iTunes, Spotify, etc. It's episode 19 from January 2024

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In this loaded episode I cover a range of topics, starting with the challenges of integrating faith with ordinary daily life, and the 'pain' often associated with practicing religion—particularly Catholicism. That's an important segment for every Catholic, regardless of their experience level and spiritual development.

Midway, I offer an impromptu reaction to a series of late-night comedians' clips about Trump's victory, criticizing...

A day after All Souls Day I wanted to say a few words about Purgatory and to encourage people to restore an old tradition—devotion to the Holy Souls in Purgatory.

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What's everybody so angry about all the time?? Anger and rage are everywhere in our modern society and culture. People are angry over small things and they rage over everything. Why is that? And what are the fundamental difference between anger and rage—and why should we take notice? Using Jesus Christ as a model, I discuss how anger can be righteous and constructive, while rage is harmful and leads to injustice. I address the diff...

I discuss my frustration with an 80s music station DJ who shared Stevie Nicks' abortion story for what I consider duplicitous purposes.  Additionally, I reflect on the moral implications and the broader cultural divide in America. 

 00:00 Morning Annoyance: DJ's Controversial Story 
00:23 Stevie Nicks' Abortion Story 
00:53 Offense Taken: DJ's Inappropriate Commentary 
01:17 Election Cycle and Abortion Debate 
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