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

Cale talked about an Oklahoma woman who saved numerous Afghani girls from the Taliban and how we should appreciate what we have in this world.  He also talks about the story of Hatun Tash who became Christian and was stabbed. Cale helps Rachel’s whose daughter has left the faith. He also shares the story of a 101-year-old Lobsterwoman  

Have you ever won an argument but felt like you lost a soul along the way? How can we share the faith in a winsome manner? Cale also looks at how you can find a mentor to help you grow in the faith. Podcast: CS Lewis, Catholicism, and “After Humanity”

How does artificial intelligence impact your spiritual life? Are the technological capabilities we now have good or bad? Cale’s daughter also joins the show to give her stand-up comedy routine.

How do you teach the value of money to your kids? Is it okay for Catholic men to cry? Cale also shares the story of a priest who rescued a boy from organ trafficking.

What does the Bible say about leaving an inheritance? Should you leave an inheritance to your family or kids? Cale looks at what both the Old Testament and New Testament say on the matter.

Was there an archaeological find of the actual Trojan Horse? It’s the anniversary of Elvis’s death. What was his faith like? Can you be baptized more than once? Podcast: “Baptism for the Dead?” https://relevantradio.com/2021/08/baptism-for-the-dead/

What is the Assumption of Mary? Is it biblical? Why was it not until the year 1950 that it was defined as dogma? Cale also looks at the Capuchin friar who is said to have invented the drink we know as the cappuccino.

Have you seen the movie “Field of Dreams”? How is baseball like Purgatory? What is a way to help prevent Alzheimer’s?

What is virtue? As a parent, how can you help your kid to be virtuous? What are supernatural virtues? Cale looks at faith, hope, love, prudence, justice, temperance, and fortitude. How can you implement the virtues in your daily life?

Simone Biles caused a stir online when she said she was pro-choice. How as Catholics should we view celebrities and the faith? Today is the feast of St. Lawrence, deacon and martyr. Who is he? Why is he a patron saint of comedians? Listeners call in and share their best Catholic jokes.

Catholic author and comedienne Jen Fulwiler joins The Cale Clarke Show to talk about her journey from Atheism to Catholicism, as well as the importance of humor in the spiritual life. You can learn more about Jen here: https://jenniferfulwiler.com/ Learn more about her upcoming tour here: https://jenniferfulwiler.com/tour/  

Cale looks at the biblical texts for feast of the Transfiguration. ESPN analyst and Catholic deacon, Steve Javie, joins The Cale Clarke Show to talk about the U.S.A. men’s basketball team in the Olympics, refereeing in the NBA, and also how to get people to come back to Mass. Cale also looks at myths about the human body.

Do you use Facebook for religious experiences? A recent New York Times article discussed the partnership between Facebook and some churches on connecting people. What can be the pitfalls of this? Are there upsides? Cale talks with listeners about their concerns and also the value of practicing and sharing the faith online.      

Have you ever written out Bible verses? Do we really have free will if God has a plan for us? Cale talks about a young girl with Down syndrome who wrote out the entire Bible by hand. How can something evil that happens to someone be a part of God’s plan? What does Jeremiah 29:11 really mean? Resource to find a Catholic therapist near you: https://www.catholictherapists.com/

Why as a Catholic did Flannery O’Connor write about so many dark things? Is the Shroud of Turin authentic? What does the shroud tell us about the sufferings of Christ? https://www.catholicworldreport.com/2021/08/03/reading-flannery-oconnor-for-the-first-time/ https://www.shroud.com/

How do you persevere in tough times? Did you know that there were saints who dealt with discouragement and doubt? Cale discusses how we can overcome discouragement in life. Listeners share how they persevere through hard times.

* Cale Clarke Show 7-30-21 * Cale talks about sins you don’t realize you’re committing and also gives advice to callers with their struggles. * Cale shares one of his favorite books, Fr. Jacques Philippe, Searching for and Maintaining Peace

Why are certain words used in Catholic prayers? Why are the words of the Lord’s Prayer said differently in some traditions? Do you make your bed in the morning? Cale looks at the spiritual significance of making your bed.

What is devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus? Why is this devotion so important and needed for us today? Cardinal Thomas Collins from the Archdiocese of Toronto joins Cale to discuss love, truth, issues in the culture, and how as Christians we can live out our faith in the world today. Read: Pastoral Letter Heart Speaks to Heart https://www.archtoronto.org/siteassets/media/archdiocese-of-toronto-...

Legendary sports broadcaster Chuck Swirsky joins Cale to discuss his faith journey, his entrance into radio, and his advice for young people wanting to get into the field of broadcasting. They also discuss Vince Carter, the humanness of professional athletes, and Swirsky’s greatest calls.

Is there a biblical basis for relics? Is asking for the intercession of the saints like necromancy? What is the Douay–Rheims Bible? If aliens exist, how would that affect the Catholic faith? How can heaven be perfect if our loved ones are not there? Are the biblical manuscripts reliable? Cale hosts an ‘Ask Me Anything’ session. You can email questions to Cale here: cale@relevantradio.c...

Have you seen the T.V. show Ted Lasso? What leisure activities have you been up to this summer? Cale looks at the Catholic nature of Ted Lasso. Did you know that there were a kind of Olympics in St. Paul’s day? They were called the Isthmian Games. Cale looks at athletic metaphors in the Christian life. How much is too much of being “in the world”?

Four-time Olympic medalist Dominique Dawes joins Cale to discuss being an Olympic athlete and her journey into the Catholic Church. Topics covered: The pressures of being an Olympic athlete. Mary’s role in her coming into the Catholic Church. Nutrition of body. Parents as role models. Tokyo Olympics. https://www.dominiquedawesgymnasticsacademy.com/  

Why be Catholic if you are already a Protestant Christian? Why did Jesus use parables to teach? What does this reveal about sharing the faith with others? Does God brainwash people? Article: “Practice, Patience, Prayer: Lessons in Evangelization From the Parables” https://www.wordonfire.org/resources/blog/practice-patience-prayer-lessons-in-evangelization-from-the-parables/32434/

Cale sits down with Josh Samuel, a Protestant professor, to talk about what separates Catholicism from other Christian denominations. Topics include: relativism, Orthodoxy, the benefit of being a Catholic Christian, the seven sacraments, and the papacy. If there have been bad popes in the history of the Church, does that disprove apostolic succession?