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Fr. Robert Spitzer joins us on the Tangent to talk about the scientific evidence for the soul found in case studies on near death experiences. We're talking the soul leaving the body, going to heaven (or hell...) and returning back to the body. All while the brain shows a flat EEG (meaning there's no electrical activity in the brain, and therefore a 0% possibility this is a hallucination). Further...

Michael Pakaluk joins us to talk about the White Rose rebellion (see the link below), the importance of telling the truth, the impact of woke culture and the  abortion industry on our culture, the importance of a personal relationship with Jesus, how much time per day needs to be spent in prayer, and of course, his new books! Michael Pakaluk has authored many books, those mentioned today include:...

Fr. Ken Geraci, CPM joins us to talk about spiritual warfare and the message of Divine Mercy given to St. Faustina (which is APOCOLYPTIC). Fr. Ken explains why the Divine Mercy Chaplet is the most powerful prayer the Church has in her arsenal today (because it's an extension of the Mass), shares testimonies about the power of the image, chaplet and feast, and dives into its power to protect us in...

William C. Mattison III joins Fr. Sam Kachuba and Matt Sperrazza to discuss his new book "Follow Me: Walking with Jesus through the Gospels". The heart of this episode is Igniatian spirituality. It's theologically contemplative and speculative by its very nature. It is a fruitful conversation where we step into the Gospel stories themselves: What was it like for Andrew on the day he met Jesus? Wha...

Today, Fr. Sam and Matt have the chance to interview Fr. Vincent Lampert an exorcist of the Archdiocese of St. Louis. They talk about: - what Hollywood gets right and wrong about exorcism - Exorcism as a prayer of the Church - the signs of demonic manifestation and possession - Spiritual Warfare prayers - why the growing need for exorcism might be a result of bad catechesis - Harry Potter, Percy J...

This week, Fr. Sam Kachuba and Matt Sperrazza interview the founder and CEO of Veritas Catholic Network, Steve Lee! Naturally, they begin by discussing Sweet Baby James by James Taylor. Then they move to discussing Catholic media (and how to succeed and make good content). They continue by discussing "the rise of the amateur". Finishing by recapping Sweet Baby James. Again, James Taylor really inf...

Our First Repeat Guest, Dr. Chris Altieri of Catholic World Report.  Today we cover much ground, seeking clarity in confusion. We ask the following questions: What is the Synod on Synodality? Is there a reason to be hopeful in the Synod's outcome? Can the Synod change doctrine? Why does the Vatican hate (or love?) Crayola?  Be sure to rate and review the Podcast. Please share this with someone who...

Fr. Burke Masters joins Fr. Sam Kachuba and Matt Sperrazza on this week's episode of the Tangent. In classic Tangent fashion, they chat about Fr. Burke's famous "almost" walk-off grand slam, his vocation story, why Field of Dreams is the most Catholic baseball movie, what it's like being the chaplain of the Chicago Cubs and much more! ANNOUNCEMENT!  Be sure to check out Fr. Sam Kachuba's new podca...

Today Fr. Sam and Matt interview Fr. Alvaro Ramos about his vocation of serving the poor in Honduras as a priest! They speak about Fr. Alvaro's experience as a business man and how that influences his ministry, what it means to serve the poor (and why faith without works is dead), and how serving the poor brings true purpose to people's lives (rich and poor alike!)  ANNOUNCEMENT!  Be sure to check...

If you want to know more about the rabbi-disciple relationship, the memorization tools hidden in the Gospels, and why the Three Amigos starring Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Chevy Chase is actually one of the most theologically charged movies of all time, this episode is for you!  Fr. Sam Kachuba and Matt Sperrazza speak with Gary Michuta about his new book from Emmaus Road Publishing: The Gospe...

Fr. Sam and Matt go over Saint Josemaria Escriva's teaching (and how it is the modern day fulfillment of St. Francis De Sales' teaching), meeting Jesus in the Eucharist, and why sometimes it feels like God moves slowly.  ANNOUNCEMENT!  Be sure to check out Fr. Sam Kachuba's new podcast "Daily Catholic Reflections with Fr. Sam Kachuba" Links to Podcast below: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/po...

Today Fr. Sam Kachuba shares 3 TRUE STORIES with Matt Sperrazza, from which they pull spiritual lessons. They cover listening to your guardian angel, being willing to evangelize strangers (have you ever invited a stranger to mass?), and the fact of divine providence!  ANNOUNCEMENT!  Be sure to check out Fr. Sam Kachuba's new podcast "Daily Catholic Reflections with Fr. Sam Kachuba" Links to Podcas...

Today's guest, Fr. Boniface Hicks O.S.B., is the author of "The Fruit of Her Womb: 33 Day Preparation for Total Consecration to Jesus", through Sophia Institute Press. We spoke about why he chose to present Marian Consecration as living in the womb of Mary (instead of using the traditional language of slavery), what it means to cooperate with God's grace, the intricacies of Spiritual Direction, an...

On today's episode of the Tangent, Fr. Sam Kachuba and Matt Sperrazza interview Dr. Lawerence Feingold on his new book "The Eucharist: Mystery of Presence, Sacrifice, and Communion". They cover the importance of participation in the Mass as both priest and congregation, Marian Devotion and it's connection to Devotion to the Eucharist, and the state of theological training in the academy and semina...

Fr. Sam shares a story about a comment (he doesn't remember) he made to a fellow seminarian, but was able to reconcile at his 15 year class reunion. Matt talks compares it to mistakes in past relationships. Both land on the true extent of God's Mercy. ANNOUNCEMENT!  Be sure to check out Fr. Sam Kachuba's new podcast "Daily Catholic Reflections with Fr. Sam Kachuba" Links to Podcast below: Apple: h...

Today's Gospel Reading is Mt 19:16-22 Jesus instructs the rich young man that beyond following the Commandments, he must sell what he has and follow Him. Fr. Sam also speaks about Pope St. Pius X. LINKS: https://linktr.ee/thetangent  

MT 15:21-28 The House of the Lord will be called a house of prayer for all peoples!  LINKS: https://linktr.ee/thetangent  

So often in the life of the Church, Adults water down the faith for kids. Fr. Sam shares from years of performing youth ministry. They are very capable of learning the faith! They can handle the faith and they can handle coming to Jesus!  LINKS: https://linktr.ee/thetangent  

Jesus teaches about divorce... with hardness of heart, marriages fall apart. For this reason, Jesus instituted the sacrament of Marriage, that grace may aid those in that vocation! Jesus also teaches that some will be celibate for the sake of the Kingdom!  LINKS: https://linktr.ee/thetangent  

How many times do we have to forgive? According to God's measure. Every time.  LINKS: https://linktr.ee/thetangent

Today's Daily Gospel Reflection is all about Mercy, Confession, and Accompaniment.  LINKS: https://linktr.ee/thetangent

Today is the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Today, in a special way, we remember Mary's obedience to God in her Fiat, and how ultimately, how this Fiat reverberated throughout her entire life. Immaculately Conceived the Blessed Mother was assumed into heaven to share in the fruits of the Resurrection. We ask for her intercession, so that we can look forward to the resurrec...

Fr. Sam, Matt and Fr. Basil Nortz, ORC discuss the importance of holy silence in the spiritual life. Cultivating holy silence helps spiritual growth in a noisy world by making it easier to hear God's voice, listen to your guardian angel, guard your senses and much more! Holy Silence will help improve your prayer and your life!  ANNOUNCEMENT!  Be sure to check out Fr. Sam Kachuba's new podcast "Dai...

Fr. Sam & Matt interview Casey Chalk, the author ofThe Obscurity of Scripture: Disputing Sola Scriptura and the Protestant Notion of Biblical Perspicuity, Published by Emmaus Road Publishing. Casey's book addresses the doctrine of clarity, an essential doctrine within Protestantism. This episode should be helpful for anyone who wants to engage in ecumenical and apologetic conversations with ou...

In this episode, Fr. Sam and Matt set out to discuss Matt's class on the Gospel of John and fail miserably. Instead, they talk about Catholic Heart Workcamp, Uncrustables, sort of the Gospel of John, but mostly Uncrustables again. This episode is mostly about Uncrustables. @ Uncrustables you should sponsor us, we would be the greatest of your business partners by far!  LINKS: https://linktr.ee/the...