Gregg Gassman

Popeular History: A Catholic History of the World

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Gregg Gassman

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Jul 1, 2026

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Revamped Show Overview 30.06.2023

Website: Popeularhistory.com Patreon: Patron.com/popeular Check out the other pods I mentioned today: Garry Stevens of The History in the Bible Podcast Bry from  Pontifacts Trevor Culley of History of Persia Podcast Roberto and Brendan of  Tsar Power  and  The History of Saqartvelo Georgia IMAGE: "Roma Vetus" hand-drawn map by Henri Chatelain. Amsterdam, 1719

Peter, Paul, and Garry (Revamped Popeular History content starts HERE!) 29.06.2023

Welcome Garry Stevens of the History in the Bible Podcast ( https://www.historyinthebible.com/ ) to talk about the folks whose solemnity we observe today, Peter and Paul! Plus, the early days of the See of Rome, through Clement! In other news, popeularhistory.com is now live, and from now until I am called before the Just Judge, you can expect daily content on this feed! More on all that tomorrow!...

Cardinal Numbers update 27.06.2023

Cardinal Numbers is no longer the only new content coming to Popeular History-- and it's all going to be together on this channel. Our first modern Cardinal will be Saturday. Check out newly launched www.popeularhistory.com for more, or listen in for more detail on Friday 6/30 after you catch my chat with Garry on Thursday 6/29.

0.21d Sayings of the Savior IV: Look, the Kingdom of Heaven is Like a Lot of Things 25.06.2023

Solemnity of Saint John the Baptist Theme: The Third Luminous Mystery: The Proclamation of the Kingdom of God https://www.vatican.va/special/rosary/documents/misteri_luminosi_en.html Scriptures quoted (in order of appearance) Growing Seed Mk 4:46-29 Absent Householder Mk 13:32-37 Moneylender and Two Debtors Lk 7:36-50 Friend at Midnight Lk 11:5-8 Rich Fool Lk 12:13-21 Barren Fig Tree Lk 13:6-9 Pla...

0.21c: Sayings of the Savior III: Parable by Parable 16.06.2023

Feast of the Sacred Heart Theme: The Third Luminous Mystery: The Proclamation of the Kingdom of God https://www.vatican.va/special/rosary/documents/misteri_luminosi_en.html Scriptures quoted (in order of appearance) Cloth / Wineskins Mt 9:14-17; Mk 2:18-22; Lk 5:33-39 Divided Kingdom: Mt 12:24-30 The Sower: Mt 13:1-9; Mk 4:1-9; Lk 8:4-8 Why Parables?: Mt 13:10-17; Mk 4:9-12 Lk 8:9-10 The Sower Exp...

0.21b a Supplemental: The Sermon on the Mount and The Sermon on the Plain (uninterrupted) 09.06.2023

Supplemental episode doing two uninterrupted readings: Mt 4:23-7:29 The Sermon on the Mount (and context) Lk 6:17-49 The Sermon on the Plain

0.21b: Sayings of the Savior II: The Sermon on the Location Defined By Its Relative Elevation 09.06.2023

Corpus Christi (or, you know, the Thursday before Corpus Christi, depending on what your diocese does) Theme: The Third Luminous Mystery: The Proclamation of the Kingdom of God https://www.vatican.va/special/rosary/documents/misteri_luminosi_en.html Scriptures quoted (in order of appearance) Mt 4:23-7:29 The Sermon on the Mount (and context) Tb 4:15 "Do to no one what you yourself dislike." Sir 31...

0.21a Sayings of the Savior I: The Great Commandment(s) 04.06.2023

Trinity Sunday Theme: The Third Luminous Mystery: The Proclamation of the Kingdom of God https://www.vatican.va/special/rosary/documents/misteri_luminosi_en.html Citations of Scriptures quoted and discussed: "Let there be light" Gn 1:3 "Let it be so now, for thus it is fitting for us to fulfill all righteousness." Mt 3:15 "this is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased" Mt 3:17 The Great Comm...

0.20c ...and Still More Wonders 29.05.2023

The Feast of Pentecost Theme: The Second Luminous Mystery: The Wedding at Cana Summary and citations of miracles covered (courtesy biblium.com, link below): -Jesus feeds 5,000 men plus women and children (Mt:14:13-21; Mk 6:30-44; Lk 9:10-17; Jn 6:1-15) -Jesus walks on water (Mt 14:22-33; Mk 6:45-52; Jn 6:16-21) -Jesus heals many sick as they touch his garment (Mt 14:34-36; Mk 6:53-56) -Jesus heals...

0.20b...and More Wonders 18.05.2023

The Feast of the Ascension Theme: The Second Luminous Mystery: The Wedding at Cana Summary and citations of miracles covered (courtesy biblium.com, link below): -Jesus heals many sick and oppressed in the evening (Mt 8:16-17; Mk 1:32-34; Lk 4:40-41) -The first miraculous catch of fish (Luke 5:1-11) -Jesus cleanses a man with leprosy (Mt 8:1-4; Mk 1:40-45; Lk 5:12-14) -Jesus heals a centurion's par...

0.20a ...and Wonders 10.04.2023

The Resurrection of the Lord (Easter) Theme: The Second Luminous Mystery: The Wedding at Cana Scripture readings (as they appear in this overview of Jesus's public miracles): Jn 2:1-11; 4:43-54; Mk 1:21-27; Mt 8:14-15; Mk 1:29-31; Lk 4:38-39; Mt 8:16-+7; Mk 1:32-34; Lk 4:40-41 Next Episode: 5/18 The Ascension (0.20b) And Then 5/28 Pentecost (0.20c) Selection of resources (freely available online):...

0.19c Signs... 26.03.2023

The Annunciation Theme: The First Luminous Mystery: The Baptism of Jesus in the Jordan (cont) Scripture readings: No new readings Next Episode: 4/9 Easter And Then 5/4 Ascension  Selection of resources (freely available online): Jimmy Akin on “Invalid Masses” https://www.catholic.com/magazine/print-edition/invalid-masses   Jimmy Akin's qualifications https://jimmyakin.com/2006/05/what_are_my_qua.h...

0.19b Signs... 21.03.2023

Solemnity of Saint Joseph (observed) Theme: The First Luminous Mystery: The Baptism of Jesus in the Jordan (cont) Scripture readings: No new readings Next Episode: 3/25/23 The Annunciation 0.19c Selection of resources (freely available online): General Absolution: https://www.ewtn.com/catholicism/library/norms-for-general-absolution-9021  Diocesan Priest's: https://catholicstraightanswers.com/can-...

Development Diary: March 2023 21.03.2023

The forecast for Popeular History (roadmap through 2029), plus announcing Cardinal Numbers, another Popeular podcast!

Cardinal Numbers trailer 21.03.2023

Cardinal Numbers premiers June 29th, the Feast of Saints Peter and Paul, and the most popeular date for creating new Cardinals. And podcasts about Cardinals, apparently.

0.19a Signs... 19.03.2023

Epiphany of the Lord (observed) Theme: The First Luminous Mystery: The Baptism of Jesus in the Jordan Scripture readings: Mt 3:13-17; Mk 1:9-11; 11:27-33; 12:18-27; Lk 3:21-22; 20:1-8; 20:27-40; Jn 3:1-21 Next Episode: 3/20/23 Solemnity of Saint Joseph: 0.19b Selection of resources (freely available online): Peter Lombard https://www.theopedia.com/peter-lombard Peter Lomberd (abstract) https://aca...

Patrick on Saint Patrick (birthday interview 2023) 17.03.2023

Gregg sits down for an interview with budding St. Patrick expert, Patrick. Apologies for the audio, turns out the main mic wasn't on. Lesson learned... 0.19 Is coming 3/19... AND 3/20 as it has swelled to a two-parter.

Joey Birthday Interview 10.03.2023

Gregg gives a bit of an update, emergency services gets called, then Joey talks Mario and makes mouth noises   0.19 Is coming 3/19...

Birthday Interview with Catherine- Happy Birthday to You if it’s Your Birthday 11.01.2023

Granting her request for a second interview, Gregg talks with his daughter Catherine about birthdays and such.

A Sinner, A Saint, & A Bavarian 07.01.2023

Minisode on Pope Benedict, Pope # 265. Next regular episode ETA: before 3/19/23 Links: Summorum Pontificum: https://www.vatican.va/content/benedict-xvi/en/letters/2007/documents/hf_ben-xvi_let_20070707_lettera-vescovi.html Traditionis Custodes: https://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/motu_proprio/documents/20210716-motu-proprio-traditionis-custodes.html Fr Maciel Wiki: https://en.wikipedia.org...

0.18 The Model Family 02.01.2023

Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Theme: The Fifth Joyful Mystery: The finding of Jesus in the Temple Scripture readings: Mt 5:17-48; 12:46-50; 13:53-56; 19:1-9 Mk 3:20-21; 3:31-35; 6:1-6; 10:1-12; 11:15-18; 13:1-2 Lk 2:41-52; 4:14-30; 8:19-21; 11:27-32 Jn 4:1-42; 7:1-53; 8:12-59; 9:13-10:42; 12:37-50 Next Episode: 3/19/23 Epiphany of the Lord (observed) Vatican Rosary https://www.vatican.va/specia...

0.17 On Trees 25.12.2022

The Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord Theme: The Fourth Joyful Mystery: The Presentation of Jesus in the Temple Scripture readings: Mt 1:1-17; 12:1-45;15:1-20; 16:1-12; 17:24-27; 21:18-22; 21:28-32; 22:41-23:39; Mk 2:1-12; 2:23-3:12; 7:1-23; 8:14-21; 11:19-26; 12:35-40; Lk: 2:22-40; 3:23-38; 6:1-11; 11:37-54; 13:6-17; 19:41-48; 20:41-47; 21:29-31; Galatians (all); Hebrews 1-6 Next Episode: 1/1...

0.16a The Gospel Stories So Far 25.12.2022

The second episode of our Christmas trilogy is the much-anticipated release of a supplemental episode with Gregg reading Matthew 1-2 and Luke 1:1-2:21! Too lazy or busy to read? Look, I am literally a professional librarian. You have my permission to consume content through your earholes, and if this helps one person follow along more effectively it's worth it. Merry Christmas!

Lovingly Leaving with Maria Mochow 25.12.2022

Episode 1 of an accidental Christmas trilogy, in which Gregg interviews a Maria he knows. Is the Church for everyone? 100% of the participants in this interview suggest you consider supporting Covenant House this Christmas. Covenant House builds a bridge to hope for young people facing homelessness and survivors of trafficking through unconditional love, absolute respect, and relentless support. G...

Happy Birthday! 18.12.2022

A special song for a special birthday boy!

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