Winston's Podcast

This episode explores what may be the most important Catholic doctrine for Protestants to seriously consider: the Eucharist. While Catholics and Protestants share core Christian beliefs about God, Jesus, and salvation, this is a uniquely Catholic claim with extremely high stakes on both sides. If the Eucharist truly is the body and blood of Jesus Christ, as the Catholic Church teaches, then it rep...

In this episode, Winston explains what happens during a typical Sunday Catholic Mass and why it happens. He walks through the structure of the Mass, from the introductory rites and Scripture readings in the Liturgy of the Word to the homily, creed, and prayers, before focusing on the heart of the Mass, the Liturgy of the Eucharist. Drawing on biblical foundations, he explains how worship has alway...

In this episode, I continue the conversation that followed my discussion on why Sola Scriptura ultimately did not hold up for me and why that realization led me into the Catholic Church. After several thoughtful conversations and questions from listeners, I take on the natural follow up question. If it is not Scripture alone, then what is the system Christ actually established for knowing what to...

In this episode, Winston explores the Christian doctrine of Sola Scriptura, the belief that Scripture alone is the only infallible authority for Christian faith. Drawing from personal experience and Church history, he explains what Sola Scriptura actually means, what it does not mean, and why many Christians assume it without ever examining it closely. Winston offers three key reasons why Sola Scr...

In this episode, Winston tackles a common and important question: Why be Catholic? Exploring the Christian desire for unity and objective truth, the episode centers on one key idea -  apostolicity . Winston explains how the Catholic Church today is the same Church founded by Jesus on the apostles, preserving the same mission, teachings, and authority for over 2,000 years. Through the lens of apost...

In this episode, Winston tackles the big question: Is the Catholic Church infallible? Building on the previous episode (“When Did the Catholic Church Begin?”), he breaks down what “infallible” really means—both in general and in the context of Church teaching. Winston explains how the Church’s claim to infallibility applies only to official teachings on faith and morals, not to every word spoken b...

In this episode, Winston explores the question: When did the Catholic Church begin? Tracing history backward from today’s thousands of denominations to the earliest centuries of Christianity, he explains the Catholic claim that the Church founded by Jesus on Peter in 33 AD is the same Church that exists today. Drawing from Scripture, the structure of the early Church, the role of bishops and apost...

Many wonder why Catholics go to a priest to confess their sins and what the biblical and theological reasons are behind this practice. In this episode, the third in a series on salvation and forgiveness, we explore how Catholics seek assurance that their sins are truly forgiven. We begin by revisiting key ideas about free will in salvation and the unforgivable sin. Then, we discuss how to be absol...

What is the Unforgivable Sin? In this episode, we explore the sobering concept of blasphemy against the Holy Spirit—the one sin Jesus calls "unforgivable." We begin with the key Gospel passages, then dive into rich insights from saints like Augustine, Aquinas, Catherine of Siena, and others to unpack what this sin truly is: the persistent, willful rejection of God's mercy. Far from...

In this episode Winston discusses the debate  Once saved, always saved -  or can someone lose their salvation? He unpacks what the doctrine of eternal security actually claims, contrasts it with the belief that one can fall away from grace, and presents two key arguments against once saved, always saved: free will and the existence of the unforgivable sin. Citing Scripture, Church tradition, and v...

In this episode, Winston answers two listener-submitted questions: What do you love most about God? and How has your conversion to Catholicism shaped your intimacy with Him? He’s joined by a special guest and close friend, David Hair, who also shares his heartfelt responses. Together, they reflect on the beauty of God’s faithfulness, the power of reason in coming to know Him, and the transformativ...

In this episode, we explore the question, “Do Catholics pray to the saints?” by building on two foundational ideas: what a saint is and whether those in heaven can hear us. We clarify that "prayer" simply means to ask earnestly—historically used even between people—and not exclusively in worship. Catholics don't pray to saints in the same way we pray to God. Instead, we ask the sain...

If you spoke to your relative who is in heaven, can they hear you? In this episode, I explore the heartfelt question: Can our loved ones in heaven hear us when we speak to them? I begin with a personal reflection—speaking to my late grandfather—and unpack both the emotional and theological reasons many believe the answer is yes. Drawing from Catholic teaching, I explain that those in heaven are fu...

In this episode, Winston explores the foundational question: What is a saint? He breaks down the meaning of sainthood in Scripture and in Catholic tradition, explaining how both canonized saints and unnamed holy people throughout history serve as powerful examples of faith. He shares how learning about saints can draw us closer to Christ, just as hearing a modern testimony can inspire us spiritual...

Is Christianity just a list of rules to follow—or is there something deeper at work? In this episode, Winston unpacks the common perception that the Christian faith is a restrictive set of do's and don'ts, and instead offers a perspective rooted in design, purpose, and love. Using examples from sports and art, he explains how rules actually bring beauty, order, and meaning—not restrictio...

In this episode, Winston answers the question: why does the Pope matter? He breaks down the role of the Pope in the Catholic Church, explaining that Jesus established a visible, organized Church with Peter as its first leader. Drawing from Scripture, Winston shows how Peter’s authority has been passed down through the popes over the centuries. The Pope’s role is to lead the Church, maintain unity,...

Today I show the three places that really made me believe in the True Presence of Christ in the Eucharist The Old Testament The New Testament Church History

In this episode, Winston makes a bold claim: every Christian has a pope. Not necessarily the Pope in Rome, but someone—or something—they trust most for theological guidance. Whether it’s a denomination, a favorite preacher, or even yourself, there’s always an authority shaping your beliefs. Tune in as we unpack what this means, why it matters, and how it challenges the way we think about faith and...

What does it mean to interpret a Bible verse literally?  We break down the Catholic understanding of the "literal sense" of the Bible and explore key passages the Church takes at face value—like the Eucharist, Confession, Baptism, and more Submit a question at winstonpodcast.com

How long have Catholics had a Pope? Has he always been called the Pope? What is a Bishop? Why is the Bishop of Rome important? Submit a question at winstonpodcast.com

Lots of Christians do communion in their churches Why do Catholics call their's the Eucharist? Submit a question at winstonpodcast.com

What even is the Catholic Church?  What does "Catholic" mean?  When did the Catholic Church start?  Who started it?  How old is it?  Winston answers all of it in about 5 minutes Submit a question at winstonpodcast.com

All Christians seem to ask each other, "How do you believe we are saved?" We all want to get to heaven, right? Well how do we get there?  Here's the Catholic Church's answer Submit a question at winstonpodcast.com