Helluva Catholic Podcast

Fr. Branson alongside Fr. John Klein and Madeline Zuniga proposes reading Walter Ciszek's autobiography, He Leadeth Me, throughout this advent season. They discuss the unique encounters each had with the book and hope listeners read it and share their experiences as well.

Fr. Branson details the value and purpose of Advent alongside FOCUS missionaries, Kaitlin Houlton and Frances Peterman, who propose reading scripture daily with others to aid in this season of preparation. To get connected to the Georgia Tech Catholic Center and the resources mentioned in this episode, join our mailing list (gtcc.co/goodtidings) or visit our website for more information.

Fr. Branson, Josh Cruz, and Elizabeth Nash discuss the impact of reading on one's life and speak particularly of the novel Mr. Blue by Myles Connolly.

Fr. Branson and Deacon Paul Nacey discuss how to live as faithful Catholics amidst the 2020 election and current political scene. They answer students' questions and reference the USCCB's document "Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship" found here: gtcc.co/FormingConsciences

Fr. Branson proposes a pilgrimage to Purification Church and Locust Grove Cemetery, the oldest Catholic Church and Cemetery in Georgia. He discusses his pilgrimage experience alongside students Donovan Kelley, Sarah Pennebaker, Jordan Cheney, and Joshua Cruz. To take your own pilgrimage to these sites follow this guide: https://gtcc.co/Pilgrimage

Fr. Branson discusses the value of music with Elizabeth Nash, Michael Vu, and A.T. Aucoin. He proposes listening to Lord Huron's album Lonesome Dreams to remind us of our pilgrimage in life.

In the midst of social distancing and coronavirus, Fr. Branson alongside Donovan Kelly and Maddie MacDonald proposes ways for students to live life well throughout this season, offering ways to form community and strengthen faith despite the many obstacles of today.

A reflection on the suffering endured by the Holy Face of Jesus during His Passion, and the mercy offered therein.

A reflection upon our Lord's Passion as the fulfillment of Psalms and prophesies of the Old Testament.

The Georgia Tech Catholic Center podcast is back (minus Anthony)! Fr. Josh talks with Chris and Alex about humanity's common origin and how traditions (like those of dragons)across civilizations point to the Catholic worldview.

Surprise! The long-awaited finale of season 2 (that was recorded in July)! I have no clue what's happened to this podcast after the lackey left but apparently no one can upload anything. Anyway, here's a fun podcast with TJ and Anthony about St. Joseph. Enjoy! (hopefully the podcast will return soon). St. John Vianney, pray for us!

Fr. Josh, TJ and Anthony go back to the Bible to try to make sense of the Tower of Babel. Particularly, they try to answer the question on everyone's mind when discussing this story...how do you pronounce Babel? St. John Vianney, pray for us.

Sit back with Fr. Josh and Anthony and listen as TJ tells the fascinating tale of Claude Newman, a black prisoner on death row in 1940's Mississippi. After the story the three discuss its authenticity and what we can take away from stories of this nature. St. John Vianney, pray for us.

Fr. Josh is joined once again by Anthony and Jared, this time to discuss media consumption. Though the intent was supposed to be what type of media is appropriate, it quickly shifts to the question of how much (hint: the answer is none, none media). Who expected this podcast to stay on topic anyway? St. John Vianney, pray for us!

Can you smell what the Rock is cookin'‽ We'e got a shorter one this week. Laura joins Fr. Josh and Anthony for a casual discussion about St. Peter. The three of them go through a few events in St. Peter's life and discuss their own perspective on them and what we can gain from them. St. John Vianney, pray for us.

Well, are you? Fr. Josh and Anthony welcome Jared Kleinwaechter to the podcast for the first time to discuss the notion of "once saved, always saved." What does that mean to a Catholic and why is St. Paul so confusing in his language? Also, if anyone knows the Rite of Blessing of a white board for use in Mass, please let us know. St. John Vianney, pray for us.

Not a podcast this week (I know you're all dying to get back to them), but Fr. Josh's talk on the the Triduum. He discusses the signs and symbols of the holiest time of the year, and talks an inordinate amount about the Harrowing of Hell. Enjoy!

"This is kinda one of our more informative...stuff about the Catholic Church and our faith kinda podcasts." That was the intention at least. Today Fr. Josh and Anthony are joined by Alex and Shannon to discuss the Four Marks of the Church- one, holy, catholic, and apostolic. However, they struggle to define what the "Church" actually is and meander their way through talking about scandal and a "nu...

It's Ash Wednesday, time to start fasting! Fr. Josh and Anthony welcome back Alex Tatum, and first time podcaster Shannon Murray. We're talking about fasting and abstinence, and the reasons behind Catholic fasts. I know you're listening Aunt Carol, and you will never woo us with your delicious pot roasts on Friday, temptress.

Hold up your sword and strap on your armor good Christian soldier, Alex and Anthony are leading a crusade to the Holy Land. In this episode they discuss the history behind the crusades and try to clear up some common misconceptions. Deus vult!

Bless us Father, for we have podcasted. Fr. Josh is joined by Anthony and Laura to talk about confession again. Topics of discussion include mortal sins, confession from a priest's perspective, logistics of making a confession, and once again cats in wood-chippers.

Yes, you read that correctly, dragons! Fr. Josh and Anthony welcome Alex Tatum to the podcast for the first time, as we discuss St. George and other Catholic legends. We've got dragons, Thunderoaks, swords, the Holy Grail and papal bones! What more could you want in a podcast?

Money money money money. The podcast is back and we're talking about every Catholic's favorite topic: tithing! Fr. Josh and Anthony welcome Ana Gomez to the podcast and discuss the reasons for tithing, as well as some practical advice. Also, there's skiing and camels.

Fr. Josh is joined once again by TJ and Ben to discuss St. Anselm's Theory of Atonement, presented in a way "that will blow the minds of people who have never heard it."

Special guest Ben Thomsen joins TJ and Father Josh for this discussion on Cardinal Sarah's remarks on priests celebrating the Mass "Ad Orientem."