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

There image of Our Lady on the tilma of Juan Diego from the apparition of Our Lady of Guadalupe is packed with symbolism that spoke to the people of the culture then - and now. Cale also responds to Carissa Schumacher, a medium claiming to receive messages from Jesus.

Why are the geneaologies of Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew and the Gospel of Luke different? If Jesus was not biologically descended from Joseph, does that mean that the claim to be the Messiah is brought into question? 

Cale shares the story of Juan Diego's encounter(s) with Our Lady in Mexico in the 16th century. Why did Mary appear? What was her message for Juan Diego? 

What is the immaculate conception - and what isn't it? Peter Atkinson, Director of The Merry Beggars, joins Cale to discuss their production of Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, as well as his own faith journey.

What's the connection between Jesus and Hanukkah? Professor Steve Weidenkopf joins Cale to talk about the heroism of a Catholic chaplain at Peral Harbor. Cale also looks at the life and death of St. Ambrose.

Why can gift giving be stressful? Why does the Church need beauty? Stacy Trasancos guest hosts The Cale Clarke Show. She talks with Robert Puschautz about art and being an artist. She also talks favorite Christmas movies with Dr. Luke Arredondo. Sacred Art Prize 2021 | CatholicArtInstitute    

What is the difference between necromancy and consulting a medium vs. asking for the intercession of the saints? Cale also looks at the importance of sharing the faith on this feast day of St. Francis Xavier.

What is the purpose of Advent? Is Advent a penitential season? Cale looks at 10 facts about Advent. How can you look forward to the second coming of Christ? Cale also shares a miracle moment from a listener who became Catholic after listening to Relevant Radio. What does Psalm 82:6 mean?

Cale looks at Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, the case before the Supreme Court that could potentially overturn Roe v. Wade. He considers Ross Douthat's article in the New York Times that makes a case against abortion without invoking religion. Why are godfathers banned in Italy?

Cale looks at cultivating gratitude and giving thanks in all circumstances in life. 

Cale explains why "Imagine" by John Lennon is one of the worst songs of the 20th century. He also gives a Catholic review of the new Marvel movie "Shang-Chi". Other topics: Prince Charles, the Jordan River, and Baptism.

Cale talks about the Vietnamese Martyrs, Cardinal Nguyen Van Thuan,  the power of rest and also Thanksgiving Picks

Cale shares numerous ways to handle criticism from friends and family. He also talks about St. Clement on his feast day and his influence in the Church

Cale talks about what we could learn from the failed marriage of Adele;  Cale shared a story of a Eucharistic host that fell on the ground and callers shared their stories like that as well.  Cale referenced this article on today's show:  https://dmcmanaman.com/2021/11/21/adele-and-some-fundamentals-about-love/

Is immersion into virtual worlds good? What is the difference between the Metaverse and augmented reality? Between the two, which would you choose – or neither? Trapped in the Metaverse: Here’s What 24 Hours in VR Feels Like | WSJ

How important is a good homily for choosing a parish? #ThxBirthControl was trending on Twitter today. Cale responds to a woman who implied he can’t talk on the subject since he is a man. As Catholics, what should our response be to the use of birth control? Podcast: A Test of Life and Death for Your Marriage    

Should you choose a parish because of its priest? Cale discusses this with listeners. He also looks at the REAL Lucy of Narnia, as today is her feast day!

Have you ever had a conflict between your job and your faith? Cale looks at musician Alex Clare’s choice to practice his faith rather than going on tour with Adele. Cale also reviews the new James Bond film “No Time to Die”. What is the kalam cosmological argument?

Do you struggle with caring too much about what others think of you? Wondering how you can be winsome when meeting family for Thanksgiving? Cale looks at a recent article in The Atlantic called “No One Cares!”; and listeners call in to share their approach to social perceptions. Article: How to Stop Caring What Other People Think of You Litany of Humility: The Litany of Humility: Culti...

Cale sits down with Fr. Matt Foley, who served in the U.S. Army as a chaplain in Afghanistan. They discuss being Catholic in the military, talking with friends and family who have served, and Fr. Matt’s relationship with the late comedian Chris Farley. Listeners call in and share how their or their family’s service in the Armed Forces has impacted their faith journey.

What is your soul food? Cale looks at the faith journey of Justin Bieber and what truly nourishes us: the Eucharist. Cale also looks at St. Leo the Great and his encounter with Attila the Hun. Should the Catholic Church use cryptocurrency?

What is the significance of the Archbasilica of St. John Lateran? What is papal infallibility? Why did God allow the flood and wipe out humanity (as described in Genesis)? Cale looks at these questions and more on the show today!

What is a vocation? If you don’t follow through with a vocation that you thought you were called to, is it failing? Can you choose the wrong vocation? Cale looks at the process of discernment and what matters most to God.

How can you live the good life? Is curiosity a good thing? What do you do when you get a bad confessor? Cale looks at the nature of the sacrament of confession and what constitutes a good confession. Other topics: cartesian dualism A Counter-Modern Intellectual Life — Genealogies of Modernity

Singer and songwriter Michelle Branch dressed up for the Blessed Mother this Halloween and it caused a lot of controversy online. Cale asks people’s opinions on the matter. Cale’s daughter Michaela also called in to tell her jokes!