The Catholic Conversation

What began as an interest in miracles and Marian apparitions grew into a career in miracle hunting and canonization research. Michael O'Neill helps us understand the process of canonization and shares stories about some potential saints. His book is They Might Be Saints: On the Path to Sainthood in America . Today's episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union  https://notr...

On today's show, you'll hear interesting stories and be challenged! Bear Woznick shares the parallels between adventures and growth in virtue. His book is Deep Adventure: The Way of Heroic Virtue. This episode is made possible by our friends at Crowning Glory Tea Room. Visit them at  https://crowningglorytearoom.com/

Jesus offers us the challenge to take up our cross and follow Him. Which means we're called to live in a particular way. Dr. Christopher Malloy explores how conflicting ideas about how to reach Heaven have chipped away at truth. His book is False Mercy: Recent Heresies Distorting Catholic Truth . This episode is made possible by our friends at Crowning Glory Tea Room. Visit them at  https://crowni...

In some countries, living as a Christians is dangerous. Casey Chalk shares stories of friends who live in Muslim countries and the difficulties they face. His book is The Persecuted: True Stories of Courage Christians Living Their Faith in Muslim Lands . Today's episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union  https://notredamefcu.com/arizona.

He was a brilliant doctor who served those with Down Syndrome. Aude Dugast, the postulator of Dr. Jérôme Lejeune's cause for canonization, discusses his life and her book, J érôme Lejeune: A man of Science and Conscience. This episode is made possible by our friends at Crowning Glory Tea Room. Visit them at  https://crowningglorytearoom.com/

With a case in front of the Supreme Court, the abortion issue is on people's minds. Mike Phelan discusses the state of the Pro-Life Movement, the implications of a future Supreme Court decision, resources for women facing unplanned pregnancies and an upcoming rally. Today's episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union  https://notredamefcu.com/arizona.            

Happy New Year! We present a special episode from the archives, a conversation with Bishop Olmsted about his family and his life. Today's episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union  https://notredamefcu.com/arizona.

A special Christmas episode with Steve and Becky Greene. Enjoy!

Many women struggle to know how to embrace motherhood and domestic life in our culture. Leila Lawler joins Steve and Becky to share practical tips, as well as a framework and philosophy for living the vocation of marriage and family life. Her three-volume series is called The Summa Domestica . This episode is made possible by our friends at Crowning Glory Tea Room. Visit them at  https://crowningg...

We are living in a culture that has become unhinged from reality. Gary Michuta explores history as well as some causes behind society's move away from reason, and faith. His book is Revolt Against Reality: Fighting the Foes of Sanity and Truth - From the Serpent to the State.

The Rosary is a powerful weapon. Fr. Donald Calloway helps us understand the Rosary as a devotion, and as a weapon. His book is Champions of the Rosary: The History and Heroes of a Spiritual Weapon .

He was in charge in financial reform at the Vatican and he was wrongly accused of sexual abuse. Hear Cardinal George Pell's captivating story, one he tells in his three-volume book series, Prison Journal . Today's episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union https://notredamefcu.com/arizona.

Three years ago, the Hanning family moved from the suburbs of Phoenix to a homestead in another state. What has it been like? Ryan Hanning, Ph. D. explores how their family has grown through this experience and how to live in right relationship with God, neighbor and the land, even when we're in the city. This episode is made possible by our friends at Crowning Glory Tea Room. Visit them at https:...

Get to know a brilliant Catholic thinker, writer and outspoken priest, Fr. Paul Mankowski, S. J.. George Weigel, a Distinguished Senior Fellow of Washington's Ethics and Public Policy Center, and friend of Fr. Mankowski, joins the show to share a collection of writings he edited. Jesuit at Large: Essays and Reviews by Paul V. Mankowski S.J.. Today's episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame...

What does it mean to be a gentleman? How should a gentleman act? This topic applies to all men, boys and mothers of boys. Dr. Stephen Baskerville explores his new book, a light and practical guide for men, A Gentleman's Guide to Manners, Sex, and Ruling the World: How to Survive as a Man in the Age of Misandry - and Do So with Grace.

For many of us, the Catechism of the Catholic Church might seem like just a book or a set of rules, but it really is a way to encounter Christ. Emily Mentock, co-founder of Real+True, joins Steve and Becky to share how their apostolate is unlocking the Catechism to connect people to Jesus. Today's episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union https://notredamefcu.com/arizona...

Steve and Becky have been presenting to marriage conferences on how to develop confidence in being the spiritual leaders in the family. They talk about the battles we face as families and provide some practical tips for living Catholic family life. This episode is sponsored by Caritas Press. Find books for the whole family at caritaspress.org.

What actually makes us happy? What is happiness anyway? Matt Fradd joins us to explore the teaching of St. Thomas Aquinas, his podcast, Pints with Aquinas, and his new book, How to Be Happy: St. Thomas' Secret to a Good Life . Today's episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union https://notredamefcu.com/arizona.

The Church needs great priests, now more than ever. Posed with this challenge, Kevin Wells was led to Venerable Aloysius Schwartz. Fr. Al knew that he had to suffer, to live uncomfortably to save souls. His story can inspire the faithful, especially in these times. Kevin's book is Priest and Beggar: The Heroic Life of Venerable Aloysius Schwartz. This episode is sponsored by Caritas Press. Find bo...

The Ruth Institute is presenting a series of programs focused on women's health and authentic femininity this month. Often times, breast cancer awareness gets linked to other causes that are at odds with the Church and the truth of women's health. Dr. Jennifer Roback-Morse explores science as well as propaganda regarding women's health. Today's episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Feder...

Jordan Peterson has attracted millions of viewers and followers, especially young men by speaking truth. Many of these truths align with the teachings of the Catholic Church. Much of his ideas can be found in the writings of St. Thomas Aquinas and other Catholic thinkers. What makes his teaching so attractive? Dr. Christopher Kaczor explores Scripture, suffering and the phenomenon of Jordan Peters...

When we think times are dark in the Church, let's not lose hope! The Catholic Church has endured times of scandal, lack of faith, corruption and other effects of human sinfulness. Steve Weidenkopf explores the history of dark times in the Church and how they led to reform. His new book is Light from Darkness: Nine Times the Catholic Church Was in Turmoil - and Came Out Stronger Than Before. Today'...

Why are we lukewarm? Why are Catholics not compelled to share the Gospel with others? Eric Sammons tackles the issue of indifference in our culture and in the Church. His new book is Deadly Indifference: How the Church Lost Her Mission, and How We Can Reclaim It. This episode is sponsored by Caritas Press. Find books for the whole family at caritaspress.org.  

Robert Reilly explores the drastic changes in our cultural sexual moral codes in recent years. The LGBT movement has forcefully shifted attitudes regarding sexual morality and which he addresses in this episode's interview and his 2015 book, Making Gay Okay: How Rationalizing Homosexual Behavior Is Changing Everything . Today's episode is brought to you in part by Notre Dame Federal Credit Union h...

Myths about the Church abound. A few of the misguided opinions are that it is against science, against women and hates LGBT people. None of this is true! Dr. Christopher Kaczor tackles seven big myths about the Catholic Church. This episode is sponsored by Caritas Press. Find books for the whole family at caritaspress.org.