THE BEAR WOZNICK ADVENTURE

This week on “The Bear Woznick Adventure,” you’ll meet a man who rides bulls, flies helicopters and fishes on ice.  He’s also learned a thing or two about how to be a manlier Christian.  Join me as I talk to my friend Chris Gokey about his adventures and his deeper conversion in the Catholic faith. You’ll learn:  How a chance encounter at the gym challenged his faith, and how another chance encoun...

Music has a way of telling the deepest things about God and religion. But most popular music tears down God and religion. How did grief turn one man into a songwriter who describes what it’s really like to know God?     This week on “The Bear Woznick Adventure,” I talk with alt-rock singer/songwriter Andy Gallagher, whose music I’m using for the next season of the “Long Ride Home.” We discuss what...

“You are what you eat.” We’ve all heard that phrase. And while it’s certainly true on the level of our physical health, did you know that it’s equally true of the spiritual life?   In this week’s episode of the Bear Woznick Adventure, Bear is joined by Dr. John Oertle—Chief Medical Officer and co-founder of Solidarity HealthShare, and Bear’s personal fitness expert.   Together they’ll discuss the...

Memento Mori — Remember your death. This saying has helped monks and nuns throughout the ages stay focused on their ultimate end. We laypeople would do well to remember it from time to time.   In this week’s episode of “The Bear Woznick Adventure,” I’m excited to be joined by Dr. Scott Hahn — popular Catholic author and speaker, in-demand university professor, founder of the St. Paul Institute for...

You and I are living in an epic season of the history of God. When you know how to read the signs, you can easily see that there’s a tidal wave of God’s power and glory approaching the shore. Are you ready to go out and meet that wave? In this episode of the Bear Woznick Adventure, I’m joined by Mike Aquilina — Early Church expert and one of our most popular guests on the show. Together we’re goin...

Dirt bikes, Harley's, and the Gritty wisdom of Fulton Sheen. What could be better! Allan Smith joins Bear to talk story about the loud roar of Harleys, and the need for the voice of John the Baptist roaring now in our day.

Today I’m pumped to be joined by Matt Swaim! Matt drags me out of bed at 12:30 every morning to appear on his show for just five minutes. Now I get him for a full 45 minutes. Matt is a convert to Catholicism. He’s a prominent figure on Catholic radio, co-host of the Son Rise Morning Show and contributor to the Coming Home Network. He’s also a diehard Cincinnati Reds fan, but we can forgive him for...

The Church needs a mighty band of dedicated men willing to protect Her, drive out the demonic forces and shine the light of the Gospel into the darkness around us. In this week’s episode of The Bear Woznick Adventure, Bear is joined by Kevin Philip, a leader in the Men’s Movement in Regina, Saskatchewan. Together they’ll talk about how God is forming His dedicated band of men — Gideon’s Army — tod...

Peter Morton, Knights on Bikes member & Certified Safety Instructor, talks about both the inner and external of rolling thunder in a pack, with his spouse, and on solo runs. Find out what God has taught him through those adventures.

If you aspire to serve the Lord, prepare yourself for an ordeal…. [For] the chosen man is proven in the furnace of much affliction. (Sirach 2:1, 5) Living Christian manhood today is countercultural. It’s challenging. It’s a struggle. But it’s vital for the future of our young men! Are you up to the task? Join Bear and Vincent Roberts — creator of the exciting new podcast “Out of the Cave” — as we...

Society has placed us on a spectrum of manliness that ranges from chauvinistic to genderless. What does it mean to be a real man today? And how can we mentor our sons into an authentic, Christ-like manliness? Join Bear, Fr. Sinclair Oubre and Andy Sonnier — organizers of the “Christ in You Men’s Conference” — as we tackle this crisis and offer some practical ways to start moving back toward an aut...

If you're not physically healthy, how can you fulfill God's mission for you? Bear and Dr. John Oertle break down the importance of taking good care of your body so you can take the best care of your soul. Want to know how a fat-burning diet can give you the energy you need to glorify God? Curious how exercise can be a great time to experience the Lord? Listen to this episode of Deep Adventure Mini...

You hear a lot of stories about people finding Christ and redirecting their lives to honor Him. Karlo Broussard has one of those amazing stories. Karlo was an aspiring musician in his native Louisiana when he encountered Christ in the presence of the Eucharist. That was all she wrote. Today on our show, Karlo talks about his encounter with Christ, his answers to the familiar Protestant question, “...

Surfing priest Father Don Calloway talks about Saint Joseph the Terror of Demons as a role model who challenges, and by his intercessions, helps men. Find out what we can learn about being a father and spiritual head of our households from Saint Joseph.

What can sports teach you about your faith journey? St. Paul used several sports metaphors to teach us about the kind of effort it takes to live as faithful Catholic men. We have to “pommel our bodies,” “run so as to win,” and “fight the good fight.” Today I’m joined by Bruce Wawrzyniak—host of Catholic Sports Radio. Together, we’ll shed some light on your faith journey by taking a close look at t...

Atheism is gaining popularity every day. Although you and I know the atheistic worldview is ultimately untenable, we often feel ill-equipped to counter atheist arguments. That’s why I’m so excited to be joined by best-selling author Dr. Peter Kreeft! In this episode, Peter and I tackle the difficult task of responding to militant atheist objections to the existence of God and the truth of the Cath...

Do you struggle with an Elijah Complex… “Woe is me. I’m the only one left who is faithful to the Lord.” You’re not alone! God has always worked His wonders through a small remnant who remained faithful to Him. Your task is simply to seek out that small remnant in your life. In this episode, I’m joined by the great CPA and man of God, Mike Chadwick. Mike is an incredible witness to manly spirituali...

The Church at large fell into great error…. Many in the hierarchy were morally compromised. Many were too cowardly to stand up for the Truth. Many were just flat-out corrupt. Political intrigue abounded within the ranks of the hierarchy…. Good bishops were marginalized, sidelined and even forced into hiding. Sound Catholic doctrine seemed to be abandoned wholesale for a new “revolution” in doctrin...

What’s your role in this great adventure? Where do you fit into His-story? What part is God calling you to play in salvation history? Join Bear and Jeff Cavins as they talk about discovering your place in the Great Adventure by prayerfully reading and studying Scripture, understanding your life’s ultimate goal and learning what it means to craft your life as an “activated disciple.”

Every day you’re battling the biggest bully out there — the Devil and his legions. If you’re going to emerge victorious from this battle, you need the best spiritual armor, weaponry and battle plan available. You also need to know the tactics, maneuvers and weapons of your enemy. Join Bear and Jessie Romero as they talk about the harsh reality of spiritual combat, the subtle tactics the Devil uses...

Abuse is a tough thing. Many experience it, yet few talk about it. Father wounds are a deficiency of love. Bob Kroll shares his story of how he learned from his own experience and what you can do to be a loving father.

It's not easy...following the Lord, but sometimes we just have to do it. There comes a time that each of us must seek the truth, step out in faith, and hold on for the ride. Listen in as Peter Bond, owner of Regina Cigars, and Bear talk about the fear and thrill of listening to God's call. Learn more about Regina Cigars at https://www.reginacigars.com

A war rages all around us. We are engaged in a spiritual battle like no other. What will be your weapon of choice? On this week’s show, Bear talks with Tom Sullivan, creator of the Warrior Rosary, about the power of the rosary, the impact it has had on Bear’s own life, and the martyrs that influenced the creation of the Warrior Rosary.

Augustine said the truth is like a lion and it will defend itself. This easiest thing we need to do is explain our faith. There is nothing to argue about because it IS the truth. David Dawson took the brave leap to start a Catholic radio station so he could have a vehicle to proclaim the truth. Hear about hi journey on this week’s show.

This week David Bates joins Bear to take a deep dive into the thought and greatness of C.S. Lewis. David is the host of the podcast Pints with Jack – The C.S. Lewis Podcast. Learn more about David’s work at RestlessPilgrim.net