The Cale Clarke Show - Today's issues from a Catholic perspective.

Who exactly is today's Saint, James "The Greater"?  How can we be greater disciples? Plus: prayers for King James' (LeBron James) son, who suffered a cardiac arrest, and an edition of Tuesday Trivia. 

Solomon was renowned for giving wise advice. As for putting it into practice in his own life…well, that’s another story! How you can avoid the same mistake. Plus: Elon’s at it again…Twitter is dead, long live X: The Everything App! Famed biographer Walter Isaacson explains the “Muskover”. 

Jesus shows that those who suffer experience a special power from God. Plus: Citizens of Kyiv dance, despite the air raid sirens; The Week That Was on the show; and, Tony Bennett, RIP.

God promises Moses a land flowing with milk and honey. But, why? Plus: the best non-alcoholic beers, revealed! And: staff picks for The Open.     Milk and Honey (Exodus 3:8) https://ww.bibleodyssey.org/passages/main-articles/milk-and-honey-exodus-38/

Guest host Brooke Taylor is joined by her guest Dr. Dan Schneider from TAN Books to discuss  his new book:  The Liber Christo Method: A Field Manual for Spiritual Combat.

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Fifteen years ago today, “The Dark Knight”, directed by Christopher Nolan, was released. Widely acknowledged as the greatest superhero film of all time, most viewers are unaware of its great spiritual — and very Catholic — themes. Cale breaks it all down. Plus: more faith, facts, and fun!

The fastest-growing religion in the Americas is stealing Catholics by the thousands. It’s a matter of spiritual life — or death. Plus: she steals surfboards by the seashore! Although she may look cute, you’d best not approach. And: The Week That Was on the show!

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Saint Thomas More died publicly, dramatically, in defense of the Truth. But he was just as faithful — and inspiring — in his ordinary, hidden, everyday life. Plus: should airlines bring back a dress code? And, an “Eye-full Tower” takes the stage.

On this Eucharistic Thursday, Cale takes a look at the links between the Blessed Mother and the Blessed Sacrament.

Cale shares a viral tweet about a troubling trend: mothers of large, faith-filled families leaving their homes and shattering their marriages. Is this really happening? And if so, why?

On the night of the Midsummer Classic, Cale looks at the life of one of the greatest Catholic All-Star Saints, Benedict of Nursia. Plus, a Blue Jay flies high in Seattle.   Bo Jackson Leadoff Home Run at the 1989 World Series https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ht4tDHfQn4  

Jacob’s Ladder? With apologies to Led Zeppelin, how about a “Stairway to Heaven”, instead? Plus: Where exactly did the 40-hour workweek come from? Does it still make sense today? We can work it out!   https://collabfund.com/blog/the-advantage-of-being-a-little-bit-underemployed/

Catholic high schoolers find deep meaning in burying the dead; The Week That Was on the show; plus: which movie character’s death hit you the hardest as a kid?   https://www.ncregister.com/features/dignity-in-death-catholic-high-schoolers-bury-the-dead

Learn how Abraham’s sacrifice of Isaac foreshadows the Eucharist. Plus: “Leave that screaming kid alone!” And: the science of sweat.     Resources Mentioned: https://www.thecut.com/2023/06/leave-that-screaming-kid-alone.html    

Marian misunderstandings and outright heresies have flooded social media over the past week. Cale shows how we can make lemons into lemonade in this “teachable moment”. Plus: more Faith, Facts, and Fun!

Guest Host Fr. Rocky talks about Patriotism and why we should love the USA.  Fr. Rocky talks to callers about why they love the United States.

Why it’s good to be a “doubting Thomas” sometimes. Plus: Where is Confession in the Bible? And, a cubicle by any other name is still…what?

"Tis the season for weddings! But have you heard of "micro-weddings" that cost less than an iPhone?  How important is a honyemoon for long-term marriage bliss? Maggie Carozza also joins Cale for a chat to talk about her recent wedding

Why did the guy who played Dwight on "The Office" write a book on spirituality?  Let it "Rainn":  Plus:  why we shouldn't be afraid of paying "too much" attention to Mary. 

Note: this is not about Pat Sajak and Vanna White! What if I told you there was a 1500-year-old “self-help” book, better than any bestseller of 2023, that can cure the ills of modern “doomers”? Tune in to find out more!

Ever been blocked or unfollowed on social media because of your faith?  Ever blocked someone else?  It's more common than you think.  Plus: Speaking of blocking, St. Cyril of Alexandria swats away, Dikembe Mutombo-style, Nestorius' attempt to deny Mary is the Mother of God.

Celebrate the genius of St. Josemaria Escriva on this, his feast day, and how he reminded the world of a "classic" Christianity, both as old--and as new--as the Gospel.

Outrage: stores are selling unconsecrated hosts as snack food! Plus: the Roaring Lion of John the Baptist, and how his birthday became a national feast in Québec. And: Gradey isn’t in Kansas anymore, The Week That Was, and the original Batman movie was released 34 years ago today.