Richard Oyeleke

The Catholic Lab

Religion EN ↓ 54 episodes

Join us as we explore the core beliefs of Catholicism and why they matter. From the Trinity to the Eucharist, we dive deep into the mysteries of the faith and how they shape our understanding of the world.

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Richard Oyeleke

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Religion

Latest episode

Jun 27, 2026

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054_ Growing in Marriage skills_ Role of continuous learning wt Francis Olaniyi 27.06.2026

What are the non-negotiable skills to a peaceful marriage/relationship? How do we ensure the marital life breads children that are assests and not liabilities to the environment? Do listen and Share these those if they resonate with you and if not, do well to reach out to us on instagram with your ideas and tips to a happy marriage. We must just get it right!!!

053_Six years later_Faith, Voice and Growth wt Felix Oyeleke 23.05.2026

Six years of conversations, faith, questions, growth, and grace. 🎙️✝️ In a noisy world, we are grateful that God has allowed this little Catholic corner to keep speaking truth, hope, and faith one episode at a time. The journey continues. “Go into all the world and proclaim the Gospel…” Mark 16:15 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZRRi5TVeU6b6dekAPg8MW?si=XOBRIAapR0OxWkNo9A3alw

052_ Anger: Fire that can purify or destroy.mp3 22.01.2026

In Catholic teaching, anger is a natural passion (emotion) that arises in response to a perceived injustice or wrong, with a desire to correct, resist, or punish that wrong. The Catechism of the Catholic Church treats anger under the passions and the Fifth Commandment: "Anger is a desire for revenge." (CCC 2302) But the Catechism immediately adds an important distinction, Anger is not au...

051_Lovers now haters_the paradox 25.11.2025

An episode on love....not just the romantic, but the foundation of it-Love from the Holy Spirit. May we reflect the Love of God in our relationships. Amen Listen to us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZRRi5TVeU6b6dekAPg8MW Send us your thoughts with a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catholiclabpodcast /message Support The Catholic Lab Podcast: https://flutterwave.c...

050_Brief Life Hacks from friends 20.08.2025

IT IS EPISODE 50 Being the first episode in the year, I am keeping it short. My friends presented some brief life hacks in tis episode. I hope you enjoy it. Listen to us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZRRi5TVeU6b6dekAPg8MW Send us your thoughts with a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/catholiclabpodcast/message Support The Catholic Lab Podcast: https://flutterwave....

049_ The Man in the Mirror: Balancing Faith and Life 29.12.2024

In this episode, I review the challenges and triumphs of living in Nigeria while balancing faith, work, and business. Through the lens of self-reflection, I explore the concept of the "true man" inspired by the idea of the "Man in the Mirror." Together, we’ll reflect on how the good and bad moments of this year can serve as tools for growth and planning, ensuring that our faith remains the foundat...

048_ Respect for the Liturgy_wt Adebolu Blaise 26.09.2024

The Catholic liturgy is the heart and soul of the Church's worship. It is a sacred act of worship that involves the faithful participating in the life of Christ through prayer, scripture readings, and the celebration of the sacraments. I discuss in this podcast with Adebolu Blaise the respect due to the Liturgy. Join us on Preces Radio at www.precesradio.com or through the Preces App, available on...

047_ What ladies really want_ Part 1_ wt Adeola Juliet 18.08.2024

On this episode, I asked a friend some questions as it partains to ladies and their plans for a future partner. I hope you enjoy the conversation!!! Join us on Preces Radio at www.precesradio.com or through the Preces App, available on Google Play. Don't miss our live activities on Clubhouse—be part of the conversation! Listen to us on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZRRi5TVeU6b6dekAPg...

046_ Sex and Finance_ Pt 2 18.06.2024

CAN WE HAVE SEX ? WE WILL SURELY BE MARRIED ! How easy is it to hold down our sexual urges? What role does finance play in a relationship? ' Movies teach me that Sex is a lovely and pure expression of love for my girlfriend; what's the big deal? Listen and share!!! Join us on Preces Radio at www.precesradio.com or through the Preces App, available on Google Play. Don't miss our live ac...

045_ Masculinity, Marriage and Love_ Pt 1 wt Olufemi, Lawrence and Imole 18.06.2024

IT IS TIME FOR LOVE!!! I have high hopes that you'll enjoy this random bant with my friends on the critical topic of love, true masculinity and marriage. We need such discussions today amidst the risks and dangers on the road to marriage. Listen and share!!! Join us on Preces Radio at www.precesradio.com or through the Preces App, available on Google Play. Don't miss our live activities on...

044_ Patriotism at its Peak 12.06.2024

ARISE O COMPARIOT!!! In this episode I examined the need to be patriotic and delved into the Christian perspective of Patriotism. I narrated a peom by Sir Walter Scott's "The Lay of the Last Minstrel" (1771-1832) which looks at the need to have the love on one's country at heart. Join us on Preces Radio at www.precesradio.com or through the Preces App, available on Google Play. D...

043_ Spiritual Dryness; What is it? 06.03.2024

In Catholic thought, Spiritual dryness is a phase in one's spiritual journey where there's a lack of emotional or sensory consolation in the relationship with God. It doesn't mean God is absent; rather, it serves as a testing ground for deepening faith and reliance on God's hidden presence. Join us on Preces Radio at www.precesradio.com or through the Preces App, available on Googl...

042_ Indulgences: What they are not! Part 2 - wt/ Isaac Kolawole 30.10.2023

Let's continue from where we left off!!! 😉 In this episode, I continue my discussion with Isaac Kolawole on the doctrine of Indulgence. Can you provide a historical overview of indulgences within the Catholic Church? How have the practices and beliefs surrounding indulgences evolved over time, and what significant events or controversies have shaped their history? From a theological standpoin...

041_ Indulgences: What are they? Part 1 - wt/ Isaac Kolawole 29.10.2023

Questions on Indulgences raises the heart beat in my experience if one has not taken time to learn what they are.😊 In this episode with Seminarian Isaac Kolawole of the Catholic Diocese of Ekiti, I examined few questions on the topic and how we gain indulgences What is the distinction between Indulgences and Penance? __________ Preces Radio: www.precesradio.com Preces App: https://play.google.com...

040_ My Interview on Preces Radio 10.09.2023

It was fun sharing my faith journey and the story behind the Catholic Lab Podcast. I almost put off my data when we got to the relationship questions but I resisted it 🤣🤣🤣 Preces Radio: www.precesradio.com Preces App: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.preces.radio __________ • Join our Clubhouse group for our live activities • Listen On Spotify   https://open.spotify.com/show/2Z...

039_ Catholic Words Trivia wt Emmanuel and John 05.08.2023

In this episode, we played with some Catholic words and tried to give definitions to the best of our capacity. We had fun doing it!!!! __________ • Join our Clubhouse group for our live activities • Listen On Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZRRi5TVeU6b6dekAPg8MW • Listen On Google podcast https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8yMjRhMjJiYy9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw?sa=X&ved=0C...

037_ The Holy Week; An overview wt Stephen Farinmade 06.04.2023

"We give glory to You, Lord, who raised up Your cross to span the jaws of death like a bridge by which souls might pass from the region of the dead to the land of the living." Support this podcast by donating through:   https://flutterwave.com/pay/thecatholiclabpodcast ____ Join our Clubhouse group for our live activities:   https://www.clubhouse.com/club/catholic-lab-podcast Listen On S...

036_ Anger as a vice; Keeping it in check 25.01.2023

"Anyone can become angry. That is easy. But to be angry with the right person, to the right degree, at the right time, for the right purpose, and in the right way- this is not easy"- Aristotle Spotify link to Remind Me by Simi Support this podcast by donating through: https://flutterwave.com/pay/thecatholiclabpodcast ____ Join our Clubhouse group for our live activities: https://www.clubhouse.com/...

035_ Christmas; What is that? 24.12.2022

This is a short podcast to begin our new podcast season! Seminarian Isaac Kolawole from the Catholic Diocese of Ekiti was generous enough to share his knowledge on the reason for Christmas.  Support this podcast by donating through: https://flutterwave.com/pay/thecatholiclabpodcast ____ Join our Clubhouse group for our live activities: https://www.clubhouse.com/club/catholic-lab-podcast Liste...

034_ Suffering and Christianity wt/ Nii Akofiosowah 15.07.2022

Should Christians still suffer after what Christ as done on the Cross? Why are infants born with deadly diseases? We looked briefly at suffering in the life of a Christian and how it should be understood in light of the death of Christ. Support this podcast by donating through: https://flutterwave.com/pay/thecatholiclabpodcast ____ Join our Clubhouse group for our live activities: https://www.club...

033_ Catholic Leadership for Civil Society wt/ Cristofer and Erin 06.06.2022

What is Leadership and who can lead? Should a Priest become a State Governor? Why should Catholics seek leadership in their professional spaces? These questions and more are answered in this episode. Share with your friends if you like what you hear. Support this podcast by donating through: https://flutterwave.com/pay/thecatholiclabpodcast ____ Join our Clubhouse group for our live activities: ht...

032_ The Christian in the World; From a letter to Diognetus 18.05.2022

Keep bearing good fruits! Support this podcast by donating through: https://flutterwave.com/pay/thecatholiclabpodcast Send us an email: thefirstcatholiclab@gmail.com _________________ Join our Clubhouse group for our live activities: https://www.clubhouse.com/club/catholic-lab-podcast Listen On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZRRi5TVeU6b6dekAPg8MW Listen On Google podcast: https://podcasts...

031_ Family, Youths and the University Life wt Mr. Akinniyi Abayomi 05.04.2022

In today's episode, we discussed the role of the family in the life of a youth and how that translates to the faith of the child on the long run. We also discuss various questions. What do I do when a friend invites me to a Prostestant Church on a Sunday? Does it matter which Church I go to? Will God consider that at the end of Link mentioned in the podcast: www.catholic.com Support this podcast b...

030_ You can be better 10.03.2022

We can become a better version of yourself. It takes deliberate self examination. Work on it this lent( and beyond) and you will find yourself shedding off bad habits. Archbishop Fulton Sheen has something to say about this in the episode.  Listen and Share!!! Support this podcast by donating through: https://flutterwave.com/pay/thecatholiclabpodcast ____ Join our Clubhouse group for our live...

029_ I bet on games but I pay my tithe wt/ Rev. Fr. Lawrence Adetola 25.02.2022

SIXTY(60) milion Nigerians between 18 to 40 years of age spend up to #1.8 billion naira on daily betting.  That is an average of #3,000 per day. What is the reason for this? What is the morality of gambling and betting? What is the right sporting spirit? Enjoy the discussion !!! Support this podcast by donating through: https://flutterwave.com/pay/thecatholiclabpodcast _______________ Join ou...

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