Noll's Nephew

Servant of God Emil Kapaun was a Catholic priest, Army chaplain, and hero in a Korean War prison camp — but most of all, he was a man who lived and died with fierce faith and fearless love. In this episode, we explore how Kapaun’s life challenges young men today to reject passivity, embrace sacrifice, and lead like Christ. If you’re searching for purpose, strength, and a path worth walking — this...

Do Catholics really have Scriptural reasons to venerate Mary? In this episode, we walk through key biblical passages — from Genesis to Revelation — to show how Mary’s unique role in salvation history is honored by God Himself. Discover why the Church calls her “blessed among women,” and how true devotion to Mary always leads us closer to Christ.

What does real faith look like for young men today? In this episode, we dive into Søren Kierkegaard’s powerful image of the  Knight of Faith  from  Fear and Trembling  — a man who trusts God so radically, he can live with peace, purpose, and joy in the everyday. We explore how this vision of courageous faith applies to your life, your choices, and your mission as a disciple. This isn’t about perfo...

Hell isn't just fire and brimstone — it's the soul’s final “no” to God’s love. In this episode, we explore the Catholic teaching on Hell through the imaginations of  Dante’s Inferno  and  C.S. Lewis’s The Great Divorce . Is Hell a punishment or a choice? Why does a loving God allow it? And how can understanding Hell help us live with greater hope and freedom? Join us as we seek the truth b...

Purgatory isn’t divine punishment — it’s divine love in action. In this episode, we explore the Catholic teaching on Purgatory through Scripture,  Dante’s Purgatorio , and the mystical insights of St. Catherine of Genoa. Discover how this often-misunderstood doctrine reveals God’s mercy, our need for purification, and the soul’s joyful journey toward perfect union with Him.

What does the Church mean when it says, “I believe in the resurrection of the body”? In this episode, we explore the Catholic teaching that our very bodies will rise again in glory. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 15 and the wisdom of St. Augustine, we unpack why this doctrine matters, how it shapes our hope, and what it reveals about God’s plan to redeem the whole person — body and soul.

What does the Bible say about “Scripture alone”? In this episode, we explore why the Catholic Church rejects  Sola Scriptura , how Sacred Tradition and the Magisterium fit into God’s plan for teaching truth, and why the Bible itself points us to the Church. With Scripture, history, and clarity, we look at why the fullness of faith is more than just the written Word.

Why does the Church dedicate a feast to the Eucharist? In this episode, we explore the origins of the Feast of Corpus Christi, the miracle that inspired it, and what it reveals about the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist. Discover how this solemnity calls us to deeper reverence, gratitude, and awe.

Why should everyday Catholics care about theology? In this episode, we explore how theology isn’t just for scholars or clergy — it’s for anyone who wants to know God more deeply, live faithfully, and share truth in a noisy world. Discover how good theology forms good disciples.

In this first episode of  Noll’s Nephew , we explore the life and legacy of Archbishop John Francis Noll — the bold American bishop who fought misinformation, empowered everyday Catholics, and believed that truth belongs to everyone. Learn how his mission inspired this podcast, and why his example still matters for the Church today.