Episodes

Saturday Mar 21, 2020
The Real Story Behind the Golden Calf
Saturday Mar 21, 2020
Saturday Mar 21, 2020
False gods continue to sneak in the back door throughout the Old Testament. The Israelites continue to forfeit their relationship as children of Yahweh and choose to be slaves of Baal, or Satan under the guise of an Egyptian god. On this episode of The Road to Emmaus, Scott Hahn explains how God repeatedly saves His people from making themselves slaves of the devil.

Saturday Mar 21, 2020
Young Catholics Respond: Fr. Bill Zimmer
Saturday Mar 21, 2020
Saturday Mar 21, 2020
On this episode of Young Catholics Respond Bill Snyder talks with Fr. Bill Zimmer, a priest of the Archdiocese of Chicago about the Coronavirus Pandemic.
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Friday Mar 20, 2020
Off the Shelf - Episode 169 with Pete Socks as Guest on TCC
Friday Mar 20, 2020
Friday Mar 20, 2020
This week I appeared on The Catholic Current hosted by Fr. Robert McTeigue. We discussed the COVID-19 outbreak and how it is impacting families who now face the very real challenge of educating their children at home. We spend our time looking at how CatholicBrain, an online faith formation platform where I serve as Director of Content and Marketing can help. Sign up for free access through Divine Mercy Sunday at www.catholicbrain.com

Friday Mar 20, 2020
Catholic Answers Live - Open Forum Part 2
Friday Mar 20, 2020
Friday Mar 20, 2020
Callers choose the topics during Open Forum, peppering our guests with questions on every aspect of Catholic life and faith, the moral life, and even philosophical topics that touch on general religious belief.
Questions Covered:
- 06:35 - The translation 1 Tim. 3:15 seems to change based on the version of Scripture you use. Which is correct?
- 14:15 - How long did Joseph and Mary live in Egypt before Herod died?
- 19:50 - How can I answer my Protestant friend who says that God predestined us to heaven or hell because he is all-knowing, even before He creates us?
- 24:11 - I am in RCIA but the coronavirus is messing up the schedule for me to become Catholic. Is there any way for me to become Catholic in an emergency rite?
- 29:33 - What is the best way to dive into the catechism for the first time?
- 33:33 - Can you tell me more about the blessing of religious items? What is the purpose of this?
- 38:34 - I don’t understand where we find penance in Scripture. In the Bible, Jesus forgives but does not ask for anything. Why do priests give penance?
- 48:42 - Should the Bible be taken literally?

Friday Mar 20, 2020
Catholic Answers Live - Open Forum Part 1
Friday Mar 20, 2020
Friday Mar 20, 2020
Callers choose the topics during Open Forum, peppering our guests with questions on every aspect of Catholic life and faith, the moral life, and even philosophical topics that touch on general religious belief.
Questions Covered:
- 06:35 - The translation 1 Tim. 3:15 seems to change based on the version of Scripture you use. Which is correct?
- 14:15 - How long did Joseph and Mary live in Egypt before Herod died?
- 19:50 - How can I answer my Protestant friend who says that God predestined us to heaven or hell because he is all-knowing, even before He creates us?
- 24:11 - I am in RCIA but the coronavirus is messing up the schedule for me to become Catholic. Is there any way for me to become Catholic in an emergency rite?
- 29:33 - What is the best way to dive into the catechism for the first time?
- 33:33 - Can you tell me more about the blessing of religious items? What is the purpose of this?
- 38:34 - I don’t understand where we find penance in Scripture. In the Bible, Jesus forgives but does not ask for anything. Why do priests give penance?
- 48:42 - Should the Bible be taken literally?
Friday Mar 20, 2020
The Catholic Man Show - Virtue of Humility
Friday Mar 20, 2020
Friday Mar 20, 2020
Virtue of Humility

Adam goes off the deep end in the topic so we had to extend the episode.
The book we discussed is only $5.65 currently on Amazon.
"Humility of Heart" by Fr. Cajetan Mary da Bergamo
“In Paradise, there are many Saints who never gave alms on earth: their poverty justified them. There are many Saints who never mortified their bodies by fasting, or wearing hair shirts: their bodily infirmities excused them. There are many Saints too who were not virgins: their vocation was otherwise. But in Paradise, there is no Saint who was not humble.” – Fr. Cajetan Mary da Bergamo
Twelve Steps of Humility
Step 1. A first step is taken when one consciously obeys all of God’s commandments, never ignoring them but always holding within himself a fear of God in his heart.
Step 2. The second step is achieved when one thinks not about pleasing himself but instead follow the injunction of the Lord.
Step 3. The third step is reached when out of love of God, one obediently submits to a superior in imitation of the Lord.
Step 4. The fourth step is achieved when one, under obedience, patiently and quietly endures all thing that are inflicted on him. It should make no difference whether the trials are painful, unjust or even completely beyond his understanding; he should neither tire nor give up.
Step 5. The fifth step is reached when one humbly discloses to his superior all the evil thoughts in his heart, as well as those faults and evil acts he has actually committed.
Step 6. To achieve the sixth step one must without qualms accept all that is crude and harsh; at all times he considers himself a poor and worthless workman.
Step 7. The seventh step is attained when one not only confesses that he is an inferior and common wretch, but believes it to his very core. He must be willing to humble himself.
Step 8. One reaches the eighth step of humility when he does only that which is demanded by the common rule of his seniors.
Step 9. The ninth step can be achieved when one, practicing silence, only speaks when asked a question.
Step 10. The tenth step is climbed when one restrains himself from undue laughter and frivolity.
Step 11. To reach the eleventh step one must speak gently, without jests, but simply, seriously, tersely, rationally and softly.
Step 12. The final step is attained only when one can at all times show humility not only in his appearance and actions, but also in his heart.
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About our topic: Virtue of Humility

Friday Mar 20, 2020
Forte Catholic Ep 180-What to do with all our free time w/Michael Foley
Friday Mar 20, 2020
Friday Mar 20, 2020
Are we all stuck because of the virus? Yes.
Is Forte Catholic going to stop bringing joy to people by Making Catholicism Fun Again? HECK NOOOOO
The goal of this episode is to be an escape from the stress of the pandemic. Liv Harrison cohosts, gives Taylor a massive headache and they argue about which one of them is a better bride.
Our guest this week is Michael Foley, the author of "Drinking with Your Patron Saints: The Sinner’s Guide to Honoring Namesakes and Protectors." He gives us great advice on how to drink well as Catholics during the quarantine.
We hope this episode brings you joy and laughter in this weird time.
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Episode art by Rebekah Landry.
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Friday Mar 20, 2020
The Gary Zimak Show - Episode 054 - From Panic To Peace
Friday Mar 20, 2020
Friday Mar 20, 2020
As the Coronavirus continues to spread, the tendency to panic becomes greater and greater. On this week's show, Gary will address this very real threat and focus on possibly the most popular and comforting psalm ever - Psalm 23. The good news is that, no matter what happens, God is still in control. Tune in and let's shift our focus back to Him!

Friday Mar 20, 2020
Forgiveness and Love 😇
Friday Mar 20, 2020
Friday Mar 20, 2020
It has been a while since I have been to confession. And without getting God's forgiveness weekly, like normal, I almost feel like I am blocking His love and grace.
I am super excited to go! Listen to what I am talking about, it might inspire you, too!

Friday Mar 20, 2020
Friday Mar 20, 2020
- Talks about the impact of his mom’s faith was a huge catalyst in his faith journey.
- Shares about the impact that his Uncle had on his life and how seeing him the hospital lead to Jacquise praying as a 12-year old his first true prayer.
- He shares about navigating his newfound faith with trying to fit in while in high school and college
- Talks about the struggle of seeing God as a Heavenly Father, without growing up with an earthly father
- Talks about the love and validation that he was searching for in God, he found in sports
- Speaks into how freedom can either be a gift or a curse
- Talks about his journey to professional football and learning the politics of the NFL
- Talks about how God is using Empower YOUniversity to reach at risk youth.
- Link to Empower YOUniversity - https://empoweryouniversity.net/ younversity_ent on Instagram
Friday Mar 20, 2020
Friday Mar 20, 2020

Friday Mar 20, 2020
Beneath the Surface - What Is Faith?
Friday Mar 20, 2020
Friday Mar 20, 2020
Go beneath the surface with Paul Murano to find out how we humans are a believing species, and to examine what is meant by the all-important word 'faith', without which there is neither sanity nor salvation.

Friday Mar 20, 2020
Catholic Answers Live - Overcoming Obstacles to Belief in God
Friday Mar 20, 2020
Friday Mar 20, 2020
Having trouble believing in God? Karlo can help.
Questions Covered:
- 14:40 - What argument can I give to someone who doesn’t believe in God but is open to evidential support for the existence of God?
- 21:48 - How can I talk to atheists who say that Christianity is invalid because the Catholic Church caused many deaths throughout history?
- 35:50 - I understand Aquinas’ argument for God’s existence, but I do not see a good argument for Jesus Christ being God.
- 42:20 - Why does it matter if God exists?
- 48:45 - I am considering leaving the Catholic faith for atheism or satanism. Why would I stay in an imperfect Church?

Friday Mar 20, 2020
Catholic Answers Live - Tips for Defending the Faith
Friday Mar 20, 2020
Friday Mar 20, 2020
Trent Horn helps callers in difficult situations to defend the faith.
Questions Covered:
- 09:35 - I am starting evangelization with a group. How do I answer the accusation of atheists who say that the God of the Bible is immoral?
- 28:00 - In these times when people will not be interacting face to face, what are some online resources that we can use to explain and defend the faith over social media, email, etc.?
- 32:31 - My dad takes the Bible literally and has taken to heart things like sacrifice and he does not act like a good person. What should I do? How can I talk to him about true faith and not the twisted version of faith he’s following?
- 40:47 - Is it legitimate to tell a non-Catholic Protestant that the Protestant church is a result of a fallen priest?
- 46:20 - I have a friend who says the Bible is just recycled stories from older cultures like the Egyptians. Is this true? How can I respond?
- 51:26 - What was the purpose of the millions of lives that lived before Jesus came? Was that a waste?

Friday Mar 20, 2020
Good News Reflection for Friday Mar. 27, 2020
Friday Mar 20, 2020
Friday Mar 20, 2020
Our sufferings have eternal value if we unite them to the Passion of Christ.
The text of this podcast can be found on our website at http://gnm.org/good-news-reflections/?useDrDate=2020-03-27.
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Friday Mar 20, 2020
Good News Reflection for Thursday Mar. 26, 2020
Friday Mar 20, 2020
Friday Mar 20, 2020
When we are truly shining as light in the darkness, those who prefer the darkness react against us.
For more on the topic of this podcast, watch GNM’s video: “Speaking the Truth Boldly” @ https://gnm-media.org/speaking-truth-boldly/.
The text of this podcast can be found on our website at http://gnm.org/good-news-reflections/?useDrDate=2020-03-26.
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Friday Mar 20, 2020
Good News Reflection for Wednesday Mar. 25, 2020
Friday Mar 20, 2020
Friday Mar 20, 2020
God's goodness is far greater than our own best efforts.
For more on the topic of this podcast, see GNM’s WordByte, “How to be the Handmaid of the Lord, Like Mary” @ https://wordbytes.org/evangelization-ministry/how-to-be-handmaid-of-the-Lord/, or download it for your parish or prayer group from Catholic Digital Resources @ https://catholicdr.com/calendar/december/guadalupe-handmaid/.
The text of this podcast can be found on our website at http://gnm.org/good-news-reflections/?useDrDate=2020-03-25.
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Thursday Mar 19, 2020
Good News Reflection for Tuesday Mar. 24, 2020
Thursday Mar 19, 2020
Thursday Mar 19, 2020
Every Mass is a healing service. Every moment of Mass is an encounter with Jesus the Healer.
The text of this podcast can be found on our website at http://gnm.org/good-news-reflections/?useDrDate=2020-03-24.
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Thursday Mar 19, 2020
Good News Reflection for Monday Mar. 23, 2020
Thursday Mar 19, 2020
Thursday Mar 19, 2020
Those whose faith depends on visible proof are easily shaken when misfortunes and trials come along.
To continue reading about the topic of this podcast, watch GNM’s video: “The Healing Hands of Jesus” @ http://gnm-media.org/healing-hands-jesus/.
The text of this podcast can be found on our website at http://gnm.org/good-news-reflections/?useDrDate=2020-03-23.
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Thursday Mar 19, 2020
Good News Reflection for Sunday Mar. 22, 2020
Thursday Mar 19, 2020
Thursday Mar 19, 2020
Conversion takes place in the fire of our sufferings as we recognize the love and concern that God has for us.
The text of this podcast can be found on our website at http://gnm.org/good-news-reflections/?useDrDate=2020-03-21.
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