The Conor Gallagher Show

When is a war truly just—and who gets to decide? Drawing on the thought of St. Augustine and St. Thomas Aquinas, this conversation unpacks how Catholic Just War Theory provides a coherent framework for judging the morality of war. Msgr. Stuart Swetland applies these principles to real conflicts, including World War II, Vietnam War, and the use of the atomic bomb, while also addressing Ukraine, ter...

Do you struggle to pray? Most of us do, but the truth is, prayer is essential, not optional. Without it, the spiritual life withers; with it, everything begins to fall into place. Fr. Christian Goduti breaks down a simple, practical method of mental prayer inspired by Saint Francis de Sales—one that anyone can start using today. His step-by-step approach makes the interior life accessible—even if...

Conor is joined by Father Kauth, Rector of St. Joseph College Seminary in the Diocese of Charlotte, to explore the hidden life and heroic virtue of St. Joseph. Drawing on Father Kauth’s book The Imitation of St. Joseph, they examine Joseph’s role in salvation history, his connection to the patriarchs, and the profound lessons his life offers on fatherhood, obedience, and silent suffering. In a wor...

Join Conor and the late Dr. Paul Thigpen as they trace the life of St. Augustine, from a youth of sin and searching to his eventual encounter with the Gospel through St. Ambrose. His journey to a grace-filled conversion shows why he is one of the most relatable saints, wrestling with doubt, desire, and the challenge of turning fully to God. Augustine has also had a lasting impact through his writi...

Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P., unpacks the tensions behind the SSPX’s plan for episcopal consecrations, clarifying what’s at stake theologically and canonically—and why unity in the Church matters. Conor and Fr. Pine also examine why the Vatican recently cautioned against using the title “Co-Redemptrix” for Mary, as well as the very practical matters of mortal sin, the necessity and beauty of Confession,...

The stories of the stigmatists - men and women who have borne the wounds of Christ in their own bodies - are profound. In this episode Conor speaks with John Clark, author of: God’s Wounds | The Remarkable Truth of Those Who Bore the Signs of Christ’s Passion. John walks through the history of stigmatists from St. Francis and Padre Pio to lesser-known figures like Louise Lateau and Blessed Alexand...

Conor sits down with Bill Donohue to discuss the mounting cultural and political pressures on Western civilization—and why Christianity remains the primary target. Drawing from his new book, Christianity in the Crosshairs, Bill argues that the West’s understanding of human dignity, liberty, and moral order flows directly from Christianity, and that efforts to marginalize the faith are inseparable...

Some within the Church claim Pope Benedict XVI never actually resigned the Papacy. Is there any evidence to support this claim? This thorough discussion with Steven O’Reilly explores the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI and the ongoing controversies surrounding it. Conor and Steven examine Benedict’s Declaratio, canon law, the timing of his resignation, and how these elements have fueled debate am...

Conor is joined by Fr. Dan Reehil, a Catholic priest and diocesan exorcist, for a grounded and hope-filled conversation about how God is actively at work in the world today—even in the midst of spiritual darkness. Drawing from firsthand experience, Fr. Reehil explains how the Church carefully discerns true demonic activity, what exorcisms are actually like in real life, and why Hollywood depiction...

💲Use Coupon Code FRODO to get 50% off any Joseph Pearce book at TAN Books: https://tanbooks.com/search?tanbooks%5Bquery%5D=Joseph%20pearce In this episode Conor sits down with renowned author and literary scholar Joseph Pearce for a deep dive into the life, faith, and imagination of J.R.R. Tolkien. From Tolkien’s childhood and the trauma of World War I to his years at Oxford and friendship with C...

Melissa Ohden shares her extraordinary testimony of surviving a five-day saline abortion in 1977, being born alive, and the nurses who intervened to save her life. In this powerful episode Melissa explains the medical reality of saline abortions, what it means to be an abortion survivor, and the lasting physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of surviving an attempt on one’s life. She also refl...

In this special 50th episode, Conor is joined by his brother Kevin and colleague Tim Hill to look back on a whole year of the Conor Gallagher Show. From the candid conversation with Conor’s wife Ashley about raising a large family, to the widely watched episode with Bishop Joseph Strickland discussing his removal by Pope Francis, the clips they revisit highlight the range, depth, and impact of the...

Who were the Magi we read about in Matthew's Gospel? Were they kings? Did they truly follow a star “from the East,” and where did they actually come from? In this episode Conor is joined by Fr. Dwight Longenecker—author of The Mystery of the Magi—for a conversation that brings fresh insight to the Epiphany account. Drawing on Matthew's Gospel, historical records, and geographical context, Fr. Dwig...

In this deeply personal and faith-filled episode of The Conor Gallagher Show, Conor sits down with John and Claire Grabowski to reflect on vocation, marriage, family life, and the redemptive meaning of suffering. Together they explore what it means to see family life as a path to holiness—from praying together as a "domestic church", and forming virtue through daily habits, to navigating marriage,...

This special episode of the show brings Conor together with his brothers Kevin and Brian for a wide-ranging and fun conversation. With plenty of laughs along the way, the Gallagher brothers swap stories from their family and family business, riff on ancient civilizations and hidden history, and even debate whether 3I/ATLAS could be of alien origin. They also touch on current events—from Trump’s fa...

In this episode of The Conor Gallagher Show, Conor is joined by Robert Orlando, author of a fascinating new book with TAN entitled: Karl Marx: The Divine Tragedy. Structured after Dante’s Divine Comedy, the book traces the tragic arc of Marx’s life and ideas, offering a profound spiritual perspective on the events that ultimately shaped him and his flawed ideology. GET THE BOOK Karl Marx: The Divi...

Join Conor for a captivating conversation with Benedictine monk and respected translator of medieval Latin texts, Fr. Robert Nixon, OSB. Together they explore the life and legacy of Thomas à Kempis, the little known author of The Imitation of Christ—the second bestselling book in history after the Bible. Fr. Nixon shares insights from his scholarship on Kempis’s writings and unpacks the enduring s...

Dr. Bob Sears - the most loved and hated pediatrician in America - joins Conor and Ashley for a candid conversation about vaccines, medical freedom, and the growing crisis of trust in modern pediatrics. They discuss how today’s vaccine schedule expanded so dramatically, why parents are asking more questions than ever, and how financial and institutional pressures shape the care families receive. T...

Catholic moral theologian Dr. John Grabowski joins the Conor Gallagher Show to unpack a seemingly simple yet controversial question: What does it mean to be male and female — and how did society become so confused about it? Offering a unique combination of deep theological insight and familiarity with the relevant scientific literature, Dr. Grabowski explains how gender ideology emerged, why it sp...

Are Noah’s Ark and a global flood compatible with the modern scientific and historical perspectives we hold today? Join Conor and Bryan Osborne from Answers in Genesis as they discuss the incredible story of building the Ark Encounter in Kentucky, real-world shipbuilding techniques that Noah could have employed, and why ancient cultures across the globe all preserve flood traditions. They also dis...

Can a faithful Catholic truly be a libertarian? Patrick Deneen joins Conor Gallagher for a riveting takedown of one of the most seductive lies in modern politics. In this powerful conversation, Deneen exposes how both left and right libertarianism—born of the same liberal root—have poisoned our culture, eroded the family, and hollowed out the soul of the West. He reveals how the obsession with “fr...

What did the saints actually see when they were shown visions of hell—and why should every Christian pay attention? In this gripping episode, Conor Gallagher and theologian Paul Thigpen dive deep into the chilling yet vital warnings given by the saints about eternal damnation. Discover why so many souls are shocked by their fate, how modern culture dulls our sense of sin, and why meditating on bot...

Debbie Capen shares her powerful story of fear, regret, and redemption after choosing abortion in college—and how God transformed her pain into a mission to serve young pregnant women through Mira Via, a home for college moms. In this heartfelt interview, Conor Gallagher and Debbie discuss the spiritual battle behind abortion, the healing power of confession, and the courage to help others choose...

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