The Catholic Conversation

The Eucharist is the Real Presence, but how can we better understand and embrace this reality? Joe Heschmeyer shows how this reasonable, biblical teaching unlocks the mysteries of faith. His book is The Eucharist is Really Jesus: How Christ's Body and Blood Are the Key to Everything We Believe .

Buckle up for some fun while you take a journey with Steve and Becky through their recent travel adventures. 

Take a journey into the intersection of faith and science as Dr. Jay Richards explains the concept of intelligent design. He's contributed to the book God's Grandeur: The Catholic Case for Intelligent Design . 

Where can we find good examples for courtship in a confusing and morally treacherous dating landscape? Patrick O'Hearn shares how saintly couples found each other and married. His book is Courtship of the Saints: How the Saints Met their Spouses . 

Steve and Becky Greene share stories and reflections to kick off the Summer!

How can we make better decisions? Fr. Augustine Wetta joins Steve and Becky tap into the wisdom of the Desert Fathers. His book is Pray. Think. Act.: Make Better Decisions with the Desert Fathers. 

Eduard Habsburg, the Archduke of Austria joins Steve and Becky to share stories from his family history and tips for transforming society. His book is The Habsburg Way: Seven Rules for Turbulent Times.

Fr. Sebastian Walshe breaks open the Beatitudes as a path to holiness. His book is Heart of the Gospel: How the Beatitudes Show Us God's Plan for Happiness .

Dr. John Bergsma explores marriage and family as an icon of God's love in Scriptures. His book is  Love Basics for Catholics: Illustrating God's Love for Us Throughout the Bible .

Personal conversations change hearts. Katherine Burow of Abortion Dialogue Academy joins Steve and Becky to share how to have fruitful conversations about abortion. 

Tyler Rowley shares personal stories that illustrate the ugly reality of abortion and the beauty of life. His book is Life to the Full: True Stories that Reveal the Dignity of Every Human Life . 

Dr. R. Jared Staudt joins Steve and Becky to explore how the Eucharist is essential for us individually, and also for transforming our civilization. His book is How the Eucharist Can Save Civilization .

George Weigel explores the documents, teachings and legacy of Vatican II. His book is T o Sanctify the World: The Vital Legacy of Vatican II.

Fr. Keith Kenney helps us understand sin, how to examine our lives and how to prepare for Confession. It is a thorough exploration of how to grow in holiness by rooting out sin through the beautiful sacrament of Confession.

Why should everyone get to Confession? Fr. Keith Kenney unpacks what actually happens in Confession, how to prepare and how it benefits us to live a better life.

Dr. Andrew Whitmore shares insights, stories and practical tips inspired by St. Thomas Aquinas to help us build holy habits. His book is Saintly Habits: Aquinas' 7 Simple Strategies You Can Use to Grow in Virtue .

We're all striving for it, but what exactly is holiness? Dr. Scott Hahn joins Steve and Becky to explore holiness and how God reveals it to us in Scripture. His book is Holy is His Name: The Transforming Power of God's Holiness in Scripture . 

Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. explores the challenges of our secular culture and how Catholics can help rebuild it. His book is Christendom Lost and Found: Meditations for a Post Post-Christian Era .

How can we go deeper into Scripture reflection? Eric Sammons joins Steve and Becky to explore a framework to meditate on Jesus by reflecting on his titles in the Bible. His new book is Who Do You Say that I Am?: Unlocking the 24 Titles Given to Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew . 

St. Francis de Sales brought about the re-conversion of 72,000 Catholics. He walked around, talked to people, stayed close to God and taught through his writing. Fr. Lawrence Carney joins Steve and Becky to explore the spirituality and collection of writings of St. Francis de Sales.

Bishop Dolan sits down with Steve and Becky to talk personally about his life, his family and his vocation story. 

Anyone can strive for holiness. St. Josemaría Escrivá inspires people to grow in prayer, contemplation and faith regardless of their state in life. Eric Sammons joins Steve and Becky to share his book, Holiness for Everyone: The Practical Spirituality of St. Josemaría Escrivá.

Hadewijch of Antwerp ,  Teresa of Avila ,  Thérèse of Lisieux ,  Elizabeth of the Trinity , and Edith Stein are all women who have influenced the faith. Kris McGregor joins Steve and Becky to discuss these extraordinary women and the second edition of Fr. Louis Bouyer's book, Women Mystics.

Reading great books helps us reflect on ourselves and humanity. Joseph Pearce joins Steve and Becky to discuss great works of literature and how they can affect our civilization. His book is 12 Great Books: Going Deeper into Classical Literature .

A beautiful Mass can inspire the faithful to a deeper love for Jesus. Will Wright joins Steve and Becky to explore the goodness, truth and beauty to be discovered in the Mass. He invites everyone to a Lenten series called Praying the Mass at St. John Paul II High School. Thanks to Notre Dame Federal Credit Union for making this show possible!