Crooked Lines

In this episode of Crooked Lines, Tom and Fr Sam dive deep into Angels and Demons: The Art of Spiritual Warfare. Are angels and demons actually real spirit creatures made by God? How do fallen angels impact our lives, and what is the true power behind our guardian angels? We address the growing controversies surrounding modern culture, including the claims against Monster energy drink symbols, the...

In this powerful episode of the Crooked Lines Podcast, Tom sits down with Kim Zember to discuss her radical journey from a life of intense worldly success, hidden lifestyles, and broken relationships to a transformative encounter with Jesus Christ. Kim openly shares her struggles with identity, same-sex attraction, and deep-seated trust issues rooted in her youth. Despite finding massive financial...

In this deeply personal conversation, Monica Doumit sits down with Fr Sam and Tom to discuss how she's faced some of the heaviest challenges facing the Catholic Church today as a woman of faith and a leader in public affairs for the Church in Sydney, Australia. Monica is Chancellor and Director of Public Affairs and Engagement for the Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney. A lawyer, bioethicist, lecturer...

Are we witnessing a genuine revival of faith, or are we just falling in love with an aesthetic? In this episode of Crooked Lines, Father Sam French and Tom dive headfirst into the growing Catholic culture wars. From the visible "rise of the trads" and internet subcultures to the fierce debates surrounding the Latin Mass versus the Novus Ordo, they break down the line between authentic faith and mo...

Can authentic joy break through the social media algorithm? In this Crooked Culture episode, Tom and Fr Sam react to a surprising viral video from Australian influencer and social commentator Abbie Chatfield. Known for her left-leaning views and frequent disagreements with the Catholic Church, Abbie recently shared a remarkably raw and authentic reaction to the Dominican Sisters of Mary, Mother of...

Welcome back to the Crooked Lines Podcast with Tom and Father Sam French! In part two of our deep dive into the "Manosphere," we shift our focus from the claims to the genuine solutions. What does it truly mean to be a man? Is masculinity just about the external grind—the gym, look maxing, and financial success —or is there a deeper, interior strength we are missing? To help us untangle...

In this episode of the Crooked Lines Podcast, Tom and Father Sam dive deep into one of the most controversial topics in modern culture: the Manosphere. From the "Red Pill" and "Incels" to the obsession with Women, Money, and Power, many young men are looking for a metric to measure their worth in a world where faith is in decline. But is the Manosphere's version of masculinity a breakthrough, or j...

Welcome back to the Crooked Lines Podcast! In our very first "Crooked Guest" episode, hosts Tom and Father Sam are joined by a man whose work has impacted millions and deeply shaped their own spiritual journeys: Christopher West, President of the Theology of the Body Institute. Christopher opens up about the "crooked" start to his own ministry, moving from the "starvation...

In this episode of the Crooked Lines Podcast, Father Sam French and Tom dive into one of the most ubiquitous and controversial topics of our time: Artificial Intelligence. From the historical cycle of "technological panic" to the deeply personal ways AI is encroaching on our humanity, we explore whether this tech is a blessing for efficiency or a threat to the soul. Note: This episode briefly touc...

What happens when a viral K-Pop movie becomes a masterclass in Ignatian discernment? In this episode of Crooked Lines, Tom and Father Sam dive into the cultural phenomenon "K-Pop Demon Hunters" (also known as Don't Bow for Me). While it might sound like "garbage" at first glance, this Academy Award-winning film holds a surprisingly deep mirror to the Catholic faith. CONNECT...

Welcome to the introductory episode of the Crooked Lines podcast. Join your hosts, Tom and Father Sam French, as they share the inspiration behind this project and the journey of bringing it to life. In this episode, Tom and Father Sam discuss the "crooked lines" of their own lives: the mistakes, trials, and personal challenges that God uses to bring people closer to Him. They move past...

In the debut episode of Crooked Lines, hosts Fr. Sam French and Tomasz Juszczak dive into the ethics of honesty and deception. They are also joined by Professor Hayden Ramsay, who provides a philosophical deep dive into why all lies; even the "white" ones, might be darker than we think. Connect Follow Crooked Lines on Instagram: @crookedlinespodcast Subscribe to Crooked Lines Youtube: ‪@...