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

One of the most challenging—and challenged—Catholic dogmas is the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. How can we explain and defend it today?

Popular Bible teacher Beth Moore gets dragged on social media for a controversial post. Did she really go too far, or are people simply being too harsh? Callers jam the phone lines with passionate takes on either side of the debate. Plus: Cale takes calls from non-Catholics intrigued by our way of worship and Eucharistic realism.

Cale is joined by Christendom College professor Dr Christopher Shannon to discuss the passing of the legendary David McCullough, the value of history and salvation history, and Dr Shannon’s new book “American Pilgrimage”, which traces the growth of Catholicism in the New World.

In an age of rush and the never-ending quest for constant productivity at all costs, Cale examines the human need for “Sabbaths” — and how God in his wisdom knew that we would need them to be “forced” upon us. Also: a preview of the 2nd annual “Field of Dreams” game in the cornfields of Iowa, and its nostalgic slice of Americana. “If you build it, they will come!”

Cale returns from his east coast vacation and talks about the spiritual lessons he and his family learned while on holidays: the gift (and necessity) of God-given rest, and the crucial importance of the oft-neglected spiritual gift of hospitality. Plus: the legacy of one of the greatest saints of the 20th century on this, her feast day: St Teresa Benedicta of the Cross, perhaps better known as St....

“Zero Dark Thirty” depicted torture at Guantanamo Bay. Meet a Catholic who was an interrogator there—and learn why a well-formed conscience isn’t optional in life. And, an all-important existential question: is beer a sports drink?  

Cale uncovers the mysterious archaeological discoveries of zodiacs in Galilee. Did the people of God fall prey to paganism, or is there something else going on here? Plus: more faith, facts, and fun!    https://www.catholic.com/tract/astrology   https://www.wsj.com/articles/worried-about-personal-data-leaks-heres-how-to-lock-down-your-phone-11656799748

Shakespeare said names are no biggie, but when it comes to people’s names in the Gospels, it’s absolutely HUGE when establishing the authenticity of the Gospels. PLUS: The real reason you’re working so much but can’t get anything done.

This year marks the 10 year anniversary of journalist Austin Tice’s abduction in Syria. Guest host Brooke Taylor is joined by Austin’s mother Debra Tice to discuss efforts which are underway for her son’s release. Dr. Pat Castle joins Brooke Taylor on the Cale Clarke show to talk about Life Runners and the importance of Faith and Fitness.

Dr. Kevin Vost joins guest host Brooke Taylor to discuss his upcoming book: You Are That Temple! A Catholic Guide to Health and Holiness.   https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/you-are-that-temple  

IT’S BA-ACK! “Manifesting”, that is—attempting to manipulate “the universe” into giving you what you want. Even some Catholics & other Christians have taken the bait.

Cale shares his Top 10 Bible verses to combat loneliness; PLUS: Elon, over and out? Why Musk may want out of the Twitter deal; and, 5 surprising things coffee does to you! 

People have always complained that “no one wants to work anymore”. But if we don’t, we miss out on one of God’s great purposes for our lives. Plus: There’s a new priest in town: how Jesus bridges God and humanity. And: if you’re an investor in—or fan of—Bed, Bath and Beyond, you might just want to pull the covers up over your head.   https://nam12.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%...

Joining Cale live from Pope Francis’ pilgrimage across Canada, Bishop Thomas Dowd shares his first-hand experiences of Francis’ powerful actions and words of reconciliation. Plus, as one of the first “blogging priests” of the internet age, Bishop Dowd tells us what it takes to reach what Pope Benedict XVI called “the digital continent”. 

On this Feast of Saints Joachim and Anne, Cale shares the surprising ways Jesus’ grandparents may have influenced Our Lord, beginning with their intriguing hometown! Plus: Finding—and being—a “brutal friend”. Being willing to value truth and virtue over a friendship itself (even if it costs you that very relationship) is the key to being a good friend. Callers also share how our Relevant Radio sho...

Cale discusses the significance of Pope Francis’ historic apology for the Church’s role in atrocities committed at residential schools. Many forget that St. JP II really laid the groundwork for all of this—hear some rare audio of “John Paul the Great” as he preached in Canada in ‘84. Plus: Monday Motivation: how to advance in a new (or old) career. Resources Mentioned: https://www.vaticannews.va/e...

Cale takes you on an exciting virtual tour of Magdala, where Jesus encountered today’s saint, St. Mary Magdalene, and cast 7 demons from her. The 1st-century ruins of the town have been found, including the very synagogue where Jesus would have preached, and met Mary. PLUS: The stunning story of Nick Bostic, the pizza delivery guy who risked his own life to save five children from a devastating ho...

Cale discusses how the most popular cryptocurrency has inspired religious devotion. Plus: why are Americans moving to Europe?

Cale discusses the call of Jeremiah – and ours. Plus: the call that changed Joe Davis’ life, and his call of last night’s All Star Game.

Cale uncovers the mysterious archaeological discoveries of zodiacs in Galilee. Did the people of God fall prey to paganism, or is there something else going on here? Plus: more faith, facts, and fun!  https://www.catholic.com/tract/astrology https://www.wsj.com/articles/worried-about-personal-data-leaks-heres-how-to-lock-down-your-phone-11656799748      

You’ve heard of “Pirates of the Caribbean”, but what about the “Pirates of the Canary Islands”? Hear the inspirational story of the 40 Jesuits martyred by Calvinist pirates, and their mysterious underwater memorial. Plus: Not worried about data leaks from your phone? You should be. Act now, time is TikTok-ing away! Bonus: how’d the show team do with their Open Championship picks? https://aleteia.o...

Today’s saint, St. Bonaventure, embraced the “Kalam” cosmological argument for God, and for the creation of the universe. But, what exactly is it? Plus: How to fight back against memory loss, and how to keep data harvesters from accessing your personal information on your phone.

How truth from any field—even math(!)—points us to the supernatural. Plus: “Saving” your portfolio in these troubled times; and, a real-life “Cast Away”!

Cale shares the jaw-dropping discoveries of the James Webb telescope in searching out the very beginnings of creation at the edge of the heavens. Also, on this day in 1917, Our Lady of Fatima revealed Hell to the three shepherd children. Plus: The Open begins tomorrow. We have a preview and predictions. And, it’s #NationalFrenchFryDay. Who makes the best—and the worst?

Cale shares his Top 10 Bible verses to combat loneliness; PLUS: Elon, over and out? Why Musk may want out of the Twitter deal; and, 5 surprising things coffee does to you!