
Catholic Feedback
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Ep 100Episode 100 - Fighting the Culture War with Todd Erzen
Todd Erzen (of the Steve Deace Show) joins Keith for a fascinating discussion about the state of our culture and how Catholics and like minded Protestants can unite against the evils of our society. Todd is on the front lines of the culture war both personally and professionally through his work as editor and daily contributor on the Steve Deace Show Podcast on Blaze TV. This is the same group that is responsible for the movie Nefarious. Don't miss this amazing conversation! Steve Deace Show Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@stevedeace Blaze TV: https://get.blazetv.com/deace/ Follow Todd on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DeaceOnline To support the channel and Keith's ministry: https://www.patreon.com/keithnester For more info about Keith visit: http://down2earthministry.org/
Ep 99Episode 99 - When Protestants Argue Like Atheists with Trent Horn
Catholic Answers apologist Trent Horn joins Keith to discuss his new book, "When Protestants Argue Like Atheists" Buy the book here: https://shop.catholic.com/when-protestants-argue-like-atheists-12-weird-ways-that-anti-catholics-mimic-secular-skeptics/ Subscribe to The Council of Trent on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCvySGkfy1W8fda287KMj2CA To support the channel and Keith's ministry: https://www.patreon.com/keithnester For more info about Keith visit: http://down2earthministry.org/
Ep 98Episode 98 – Suffering - A Catholic Perspective
Why does it seem Catholics have such a different view of suffering than other Christians? Perhaps it's because we do. Join Keith as he digs into the Catholic view of suffering and how it connects to our every day life. Have an idea for a show topic or a question? Send in your questions to [email protected] To support the channel and Keith's ministry: https://www.patreon.com/keithnester For more info about Keith visit:http://down2earthministry.org/
Episode 97 - Eastern Orthodoxy with Erick Ybarra
Keith is joined by author and apologist Erick Ybarra for a charitable and informative conversation about the basics of Eastern Orthodoxy as it relates to the issues of authority and the Papacy. Erick is the author of the new book The Papacy- Revisiting the Debate between Catholics and Orthodox https://stpaulcenter.com/product/the-papacy-revisiting-the-debate-between-catholics-and-orthodox/ Erick's blog: https://erickybarra.wordpress.com/ To support the channel and Keith's ministry: https://www.patreon.com/keithnester For more info about Keith visit: http://down2earthministry.org/
Ep 96Episode 96 - Purgatory is for Real with Karlo Broussard
On this episode, Keith is joined once again by Catholic Answers apologist Karlo Broussard. Karlo is the author of the book Purgatory is for Real and talks with Keith about what we know (and don't know) about Purgatory. Buy Karlo's book: https://shop.catholic.com/purgatory-is-for-real/ To support the channel and Keith's ministry: https://www.patreon.com/keithnester For more info about Keith visit: http://down2earthministry.org/
Ep 95Episode 95 - Ask us Anything w/ Fr. Aaron Junge
Today we are joined by Keith's parish priest Fr, Aaron Junge for a livestream Q/A session. Please consider becoming a patron today! We need your support more than ever. https://www.patreon.com/keithnester For more info about Keith visit: http://down2earthministry.org/
Ep 94Episode 94 - Answering Protestant Comebacks with Karlo Broussard Part 2
Keith is joined by Catholic Answers Staff Apologist and author Karlo Broussard to discuss his new book and deal with common comebacks often leveled against Catholics. Karlo's new book: https://shop.catholic.com/meeting-the-protestant-response-how-to-answer-common-comebacks-to-catholic-arguments/ Karlo's book Purgatory is for real: https://shop.catholic.com/purgatory-is-for-real/ Karlo's website: https://karlobroussard.com/ Catholic Answers website: https://www.catholic.com/ To support the channel and Keith's ministry: https://www.patreon.com/keithnester For more info about Keith visit: http://down2earthministry.org/
Ep 93Episode 93 - Dealing with Doubts with Trent Horn
On this episode of Catholic Feedback Catholic Answers apologist Trent Horn joins Keith to discuss his brand new book Devil's Advocate- Facing my Inner Anti-Catholic. https://shop.catholic.com/devils-advocate-facing-my-inner-anti-catholic/ Trent's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheCounselofTrent Catholic Answers website: https://www.catholic.com/ To support the channel and Keith's ministry: https://www.patreon.com/keithnester For more info about Keith visit: http://down2earthministry.org/
Ep 92Episode 92 - Answering Protestant Comebacks with Karlo Broussard Part 1
Keith is joined by Catholic Answers Staff Apologist and author Karlo Broussard to discuss his new book and to answer questions from Keith's Patreon supporters. Karlo's new book: https://shop.catholic.com/meeting-the-protestant-response-how-to-answer-common-comebacks-to-catholic-arguments/ Karlo's book Purgatory is for real: https://shop.catholic.com/purgatory-is-for-real/ Karlo's website: https://karlobroussard.com/ Catholic Answers website: https://www.catholic.com/ To support the channel and Keith's ministry: https://www.patreon.com/keithnester For more info about Keith visit: http://down2earthministry.org/
Ep 91Episode 91 - Our Lady of Guadalupe
Keith is joined by Gabriel Castillo from the popular YouTube channel GabiAfterHours to discuss Our Lady of Guadalupe. Join Keith on pilgrimage to Mexico City!! https://selectinternationaltours.com/product/a-pilgrimage-to-our-lady-of-guadalupe-in-mexico-january-15-21-2023-23rs01mxkn/ Gabriel's channel https://www.youtube.com/c/gabiafterhours To support the channel and Keith's ministry: https://www.patreon.com/keithnester For more info about Keith visit: http://down2earthministry.org/ Send in your questions to [email protected]
Ep 90Episode 90 - Blue Collar Catholic's Conversion Story
Keith interviews Rob from Blue Collar Catholic. Rob shares his incredible conversion journey into the Catholic Church. email Rob at [email protected] Rob's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXiM7IDmw82k802ELY8gOIg To support the channel and Keith's ministry: https://www.patreon.com/keithnester For more info about Keith visit: http://down2earthministry.org/
Ep 89Episode 89 - Radical Servanthood with Magnus MacFarlane-Barrow
Radical Servanthood with Magnus MacFarlane-Barrow from Mary's Meals Keith interviews Magnus MacFarlane-Barrow from Mary's Meals to talk about what happens when you truly surrender yourself for God's purposes. Mary's Meals feeds more than 2 million children every day. Hear how it all started and be inspired to consider what God can do through anyone who offers themselves. https://www.marysmeals.org/ To support the channel and Keith's ministry: https://www.patreon.com/keithnester For more info about Keith visit: http://down2earthministry.org/
Ep 88Episode 88 - Dealing with Scrupulosity with Fr. Aaron Junge
Join us for a special edition of Catholic Feedback with guest Fr. Aaron Junge.
Ep 87Episode 87 - The Early Church was the Catholic Church with Joe Heschmeyer
Catholic Answers Apologist Joe Heschmeyer joins Keith to discuss his new book "The Early Church was the Catholic Church". This fascinating conversation deal with the misconception many people have that the earliest Christians looked more like modern-day baptists, rather than Roman Catholics. What does the evidence show and why does it matter for us today?
Ep 86Episode 86 - The Convert's Guide to Vatican 2
How should converts understand Vatican 2? For many converts, the endless debates and controversies surrounding the Second Vatican Council can become overwhelming and scandalizing. Joining Keith is Fr. Blake Britton, author of the new book "Reclaiming Vatican 2". In this book, Fr. Britton explains how to understand the differences between what people say Vatican 2 teaches vs what the documents actually say. This is a fascinating conversation that pulls no punches.
Ep 85Episode 85 - The Mission of the Laity
Keith joins Fr. Michael Sweeney and Sean Bryan, the directors of The Lay Mission Project for a fascinating conversation about the Mission and the role of the Laity in the Catholic Church. Fr. Michael and Sean are incredible men of faith and share their unique perspectives on how the laity can evangelize and change the world.
Ep 84Episode 84 - Fr. Aaron Junge
Keith is joined once again by his priest Fr. Aaron Junge to answer questions from viewers. This conversation is rich and varied. You will enjoy this one for sure!
Ep 83Episode 83 - Catholicism and the Bible w/Michael Dauphinais
How should Catholics connect their faith to the Bible? Why does this seem like a tough issue for Catholics? How do we understand the relationship between the scriptures and the magisterium of the Church? Joining Keith on this special episode of Catholic Feedback is Dr. Michael Dauphinais PH.D. He is the chair of the theology department at Ave Maria University and the author of the book The Wisdom of the Word: Biblical Answers to Ten Pressing Questions About Catholicism. To buy the book: https://www.wordonfire.org/wisdom/ To contact Dr. Dauphinais https://www.avemaria.edu/staff/dauphinais-michael/ To support the channel and Keith's ministry: https://www.patreon.com/keithnester For more info about Keith visit: http://down2earthministry.org/ Send in your questions to [email protected]
Ep 82Episode 82 - 2021-An Honest Look at Ourselves
There's nothing quite like a good examination of conscience to help you evaluate your spiritual condition. Let's do that for the entire year! Join Keith as he shares some helpful tips on evaluating yourself in 2021. Plus Keith shares some important news about what's coming in 2022. Please subscribe and rate the podcast.
Ep 81Episode 81 - A Catholic Feedback Christmas
In this video, Keith shares his thoughts on how we can connect the truth of Christmas to our faith in a way that can help us celebrate Christmas even when times are tough.
Ep 80Episode 80 - When your spouse doesn't share the faith
The stories of Sean and Paige Hussey Sean and Paige Hussey have an incredible story of faith and marriage. This episode will help anyone who is married to someone who doesn't share their Catholic faith. This show is one you can't miss!
Ep 79Episode 79 - Do Catholics Have a Personal Relationship with Jesus?
Many people think a personal relationship with Jesus is a protestant idea exclusively. That couldn't be further from the truth. In this episode of Catholic Feedback, Keith is joined by John Edwards from https://justaguyinthepew.com/ to talk about how a personal relationship with Jesus is 100% Catholic. John had a radical personal conversion to Christ and loves to share his faith in his unique style.
Ep 78Episode 78 - "Is this is the worst crisis in the the history of the Catholic Church?"
How many times have you heard people say, "This is the worst crisis in the the history of the Catholic Church."? Is this true? In this incredible episode of Catholic Feedback, Keith interviews Steve Weidenkopf to discuss his new book Light From Darkness: Nine Times the Catholic Church was in Turmoil - and Came out Stronger Than Before. If you have found yourself frustrated by problems in the Church and have even considered leaving, do not miss this episode.
Ep 77Episode 77 - A Personal Message of Gratitude
How can you become a more grateful person? In this video Keith shares some things he is especially grateful for, and shares how you can foster gratitude in your own heart. If you have been struggling this year with bitterness or pride, you don't want to miss this video.
Ep 76Episode 76 - Eduardo Faria's Catholic Conversion
Eduardo Faria is a former Presbyterian pastor from Brazil. His conversion to the Catholic faith is absolutely incredible. I am honored to bring it to you. Enjoy!
Ep 75Episode 75 - What's it like for evangelicals to attend Mass? with Josh Smith
Joining Keith this week is Josh Smith. Josh left Catholicism to become an evangelical then returned to the Catholic Church. Hear his incredible testimony about how he encountered Christ in the Mass.
Ep 74Episode 74 - Special Guest Q/A with Fr. Aaron Junge
Joining Keith this week live in the studio is Fr. Aaron Junge from Immaculate Conception Parish in Cedar Rapids, IA. Lots of incredible questions were discussed from Indulgences, praying to saints, struggles with things the Pope says and much much more.
Ep 73Episode 73 - Should Catholics celebrate Halloween?
Should Catholics celebrate Halloween? Is it Satanic? Is it evil, or is it actually Christian? How should we approach this? Tune in for this important discussion. Joining Keith once again is Charles Fraune, author of Slaying Dragons: What Exorcists See & What we Should Know.
Ep 72Episode 72 - How do we get our kids back in Church? with Amber Rose
This is one of the most popular questions I hear. We all have seen this scenario. Kids are raised in the Church and then leave in their early 20s. What can be done? On this livestream episode of Catholic Feedback, Keith is joined by Amber Rose of the Religious Hippie Facebook page. Amber was raised in the Church, left, then came back. Let's find out why?
Ep 71Episode 71: Pilgrimages and the Catholic Faith with Steve Ray
For many Catholics, pilgrimages play an important role in their faith. This week we will be joined by the legendary Steve Ray live to discuss this and answer your questions. Steve is a passionate Catholic who lives his faith in an inspiring way.
Ep 70Episode 70 - Jewish and Catholic?
Do Catholicism and Judaism mix? If so, in what ways? This week, joining me on the podcast is Daniel Suazo, otherwise known as The Jewish Catholic, to discuss how Catholicism fulfills Judaism and how knowing more about our Jewish roots can help us grow in our Catholic faith.
Episode 69 - Spiritual Warfare with Charles Fraune
What does the Catholic Church teach about spiritual warfare? Charles Fraune returns to the podcast for a special livestream to discuss this issue with Keith and to take your questions. Charles is the author of the book Slaying Dragons- What Exorcists See and What we Should Know.
Ep 68Episode 68 - Live with Fr. Chris
Join us for a special live episode of Catholic Feedback as Keith welcomes his friend and former pastor Fr. Chris Podhajsky. Fr. Chris and Keith will be talking live questions about the faith, life and whatever issues the listeners/viewers bring to the table.
Ep 67Episode 67 - Adoration
How do we understand Eucharistic Adoration? What exactly is it? Why should we go and what should we do there? For new Catholics especially, Eucharistic Adoration can be something hard to understand and incorporate into our lives. Hear what Keith has to share about this incredible devotional practice.
Ep 66Episode 66 - The Sacramentals
When you become Catholic, you being to acquire lots of stuff. Rosaries, scapulars, crucifixes, holy water, etc. What is the purpose of all these? How do they help us in our practice of faith? Joining me to discuss this is the author of the book Slaying Dragons: What Exorcists See & What we Should Know, Charles Fraune. Join us for a fascinating discussion! For more about Charles and his book: Slaying Dragons book Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1692862138 From me directly: https://www.theretreatbox.com/collections/books/products/slaying-dragons-what-exorcists-see-and-what-we-should-know Matando Dragones book (the Spanish Edition) Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1735049727 From me directly: https://www.theretreatbox.com/collections/books/products/matando-dragones-lo-que-los-exorcistas-ven-y-lo-que-debemos-saber Website for Articles https://www.theslayingdragonsbook.com/ To support the channel and Keith's ministry: https://www.patreon.com/keithnester For more info about Keith visit: http://down2earthministry.org/
Ep 65Episode 65 - The Beatitudes
Join Keith as he takes us through Jesus' teaching how we can be "blessed". What does this mean? How can we connect this teaching to our everyday lives? In this episode hear some hard hitting and practical teaching on Jesus' words to his followers.
Ep 64Episode 64 - How Almost Dying from Covid Brought me Closer to God with Special guest Dan Venezia
How can trials bring us closer to God? In March 2020 former pro baseball player Dan Venezia found himself staring death in the face as he lay in a hospital bed with a severe case of COVID19. In this episode hear how faith and God's presence brought him through.
Ep 63Episode 63 - Objections/Abuses and Sharing the Truth about the Intercession of the Saints
What does the Catholic Church teach about the Intercession of the Saints? In this episode of Catholic Feedback, former protestant pastor Keith Nester unpacks the teaching of the Church, answers common objections, and even exposes some abuses. Keith also gives some ideas about the most important question: How can we connect this teaching to our everyday lives.
Ep 62Episode 62 - Catholic Issues with Fr. Aaron Junge
Joining Keith this week is his priest Fr. Aaron Junge. We take questions from listeners and also from live viewers on the Youtube stream. Tons of great discussion is had on this episode.
Ep 61Episode 31 - Did the Catholic Church Change the Ten Commandments?
Did the Catholic Church change the Ten Commandments? On the next episode of Catholic Feedback, Keith tackles one of the most often used attacks against the Catholic Church. We will also look at the Ten Commandments and discover what they mean, and why we should care today.
Ep 60Episode 60 - Contraception and Catholicism Explained w/Rob Marco
In a time when many practicing Catholics deny the Church's teaching about contraception, it's more important than ever to understand what/why the Church teaches, and how to live this out. On the next episode of Catholic Feedback, Keith is joined live by Rob Marco. Rob's life was radically transformed when he and his wife embraced the Catholic teaching on contraception and he has a story to share about it.
Ep 59Episode 59 - Catholic Feedback Live!
Join Keith for an open forum live episode of Catholic Feedback. Answering questions from the chat and having a blast hanging out!
Ep 58Episode 58 - What We Should/Shouldn't Do on Sunday
Today Keith is joined by his former priest Fr. Chris Podhajsky to discuss why we worship on Sunday and what we should/shouldn't be doing in order to honor The Lord's Day. Is Sunday the new Sabbath? Did the Catholic Church change this? Why are we obligated to go to Mass on Sunday? Lots of great discussion.
Ep 57Episode 57 - Who Shouldn't Get Communion in the Catholic Church?
Who should and shouldn't receive communion in the Catholic Church? This is a pretty hot issue at the moment and on the next episode of Catholic Feedback, Keith will be digging in to this issue. What does the Bible say? What does the Church teach? Tune in to hear what Keith has to say and to hear his answers from those in the live chat.
Ep 56Episode 56 - Last Rites Conversion with Jo Lowrey
In 2014 Army Staff Sergeant/Green Beret Joe Lowrey was shot in the head in Afghanistan. He was given an 11% chance at survival. After being wounded Joe was given the last rites by a priest. Tune into this episode of Catholic Feedback to hear how this experience brought him to the Catholic faith.
Ep 55Episode 55 - Are Catholics Born Again?
Are Catholics "Born Again"? Or is this idea something removed from Catholicism? Tune in to the next episode of Catholic Feedback where Keith discusses this idea while also interacting and responding to a video where a man is interviewing Catholics and trying to show them that their understanding of salvation actually makes them protestant. It promises to be a great episode.
Ep 54Episiode 54 - What is "Traditional Catholicism"?
This term has become something very difficult to understand lately. How can we know what it means and should we care? Join Keith as he welcomes Michael Lofton from Reason and Theology. Mr. Lofton is well known in Traditional Catholic circles and is himself a convert (and a revert) to the faith from Eastern Orthodoxy. This promises to be a spirited and informative discussion.
Ep 53Episide 53 - Her Side of the Story
This week on Catholic Feedback Keith is joined by his wife Estelle to discuss "Her Side of the Story". Estelle had some bad experiences in the Catholic Church as a child and into her teens and although she spent 12 years in Catholic school, the faith itself meant little to her. Eventually, she met Keith and became a pastor's wife, leaving the Catholic Church of her childhood behind. Imagine her feelings, when after 22 years in ministry Keith told her he was quitting his job in ministry to become a Catholic. How would she process this? What would she do?
Ep 52Episode 52 - Turning the Tables on Marcus Grodi
Many of you have seen countless interviews on EWTN's "The Journey Home" with Marcus Grodi. On the next episode of Catholic Feedback, Keith returns to the studios of the The Coming Home Network to turn the tables and interview Marcus. This man has incredible wisdom and experience. Listen in as Keith asks him what keeps him so passionate about his faith and helping so many people come home.
Ep 51Episode 51 - Is Catholicism Pagan? With Trent Horn
We've all heard the accusations that Catholicism is just recycled paganism, but is it true? Or are these claims just more baseless attacks from ignorant atheists and misguided fundamentalists? Keith is bringing in the best of the best to set the record straight as he is joined by Catholic Answers apologist, author and speaker Trent Horn. Trent is an expert in these matters so you won't want to miss what he has to say.