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S4 Ep 23College Without Truth (Dr. Molly Oshatz) 09/22/21
We welcome Dr. Molly Oshatz of the Zephyr Institute to explore whether truth has left college or not. College Without Truth Zephyr Institute
S4 Ep 22Abortion Ties to Vaccines: A Deal-Killer or No Big Deal? (John Zmirak) 09/21/21
Senior Editor of The Stream, John Zmirak returns to discuss the origin of many vaccines, the Bishop's response, a case for more ethical vaccines, and who Johanna Vera Alderliesten is. A Deal-Killer or No Big Deal? How Catholic Leaders Botched the Abortion-Linked COVID Vaccines America's Church Leaders and the COVID Vaccine Betrayal
S4 Ep 21Afghanistan, Jihad & Christian Persecution (Raymond Ibrahim) 09/20/21
We welcome back Middle East expert, Raymond Ibrahim to update us on the latest in Afghanistan, Christian Persecution, and how the anniversary of 9/11 is longer than you may think. The Eternal Jihad: Afghanistan in Context When 9/11 Was a Day of Victory and Pride Declassified 9/11 Documents Expose Confusion of U.S. Terror Policy
S4 Ep 20Who Needs a Scapegoat? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 09/17/21
Father McTeigue continues his 'Let's Talk About This' series with the question, "Who Needs a Scapegoat?" Then we wrap up with Weekend Readiness. Ten Stages of Genocide The Eight Semantics of Oppression
S4 Ep 19The Decline of Sacred Scripture (Dr. Scott Hahn) 09/16/21
Has the Holy Bible become just a secular book? Founder and President of the St. Paul Center, Dr. Scott Hahn returns to dig into this important question with Father McTeigue and how it's addressed in the new book, The Decline and Fall of Scripture. The Decline and Fall of Sacred Scripture Emmaus Road Publishing – St. Paul Center I Have Someone to Tell You: A Jesuit Heralds the Gospel
S4 Ep 18A Look at Afghanistan & National Security (Mark Morgan) 09/15/21
We take a closer look at Afghanistan and the status of our National Security with Law Enforcement Professional, Veteran, and former Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Mark Morgan. Quickly Bringing Afghan Refugees into US a Concern U.S. Using Humanitarian Tool to Admit at-risk Afghans White House asks Congress to Give Afghans Permanent US Residence after 1 Year
S4 Ep 17Is Archbishop Vigano Being Heard? (Dr. Brian McCall) 09/14/21
Who is still listening to Archbishop Vigano? We welcome Dr. Brian McCall, editor-in-chief of Catholic Family News to discuss Vigano, Afghanistan, and other hot topics affecting the Church and the World. We wrap it all up on Timely Thoughts with Father McTeigue. Catholic Family News USCCB reports 95 attacks on U.S. Catholic churches since May 2020 Exaltation of the Holy Cross- Prayers
S4 Ep 16The Church’s Response to the Heartbeat Law (Bishop Olson) 09/13/21
To discuss the Church's response to the new Heartbeat Law we welcome back Bishop Michael Olson of Fort Worth Texas to share a shepherd's perspective. "Heartbeat" Law Adds to Texas' Respect for Mothers & Families Walking with Moms in Need Texas Pregnancy Care Network
S4 Ep 15The Sacrament of Abortion? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 09/10/21
As part of his "Let's Talk About This" series Father McTeigue tackles the controversial question, Is Abortion a Sacrament? Then we wrap up with Weekend Readiness. On the Blood of Innocents Examination of Conscience for the Feast of the Holy Innocents Abortion Still Leading Cause of Death Despite a Tragic Year of COVID-19
S4 Ep 14Exploring The Heartbeat Law (Terry Schilling, Dr. Tara Sander Lee) 09/08/21
We take a look at the new Texas Heartbeat Law from two angles. First Terry Schilling of the America Principles Project takes a look at the legal aspect. Then in the second half of the show, Dr. Tara Sander Lee explains the science. Procedural Abortion Ruling with a Substantive Lesson American Principles Project Texas Heartbeat Law is Saving Lives 15 Facts Science Reveals About 15-Week-Old Unborn Babies
S4 Ep 13Marxism in Mexico (Luis Medina) 9/08/21
What happened when Marxist tried to take over Mexico? We are joined by Luis Medina to explain the history and what America can learn from the past. When the Marxists Tried to Take Over Mexico Mexico's Top Court Decriminalizes Abortion
S4 Ep 12Removing Sex From Birth Certificates (Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse) 09/07/21
We welcome back Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse from the Ruth Institute to discuss the latest from the AMA recommending the removal of sex from birth certificates, the statement on transgenderism from Bishop Burbidge, and the Heartbeat Bill in TX. Remove Sex From Public Birth Certificates, AMA Says Gov. Abbott Signs into Law One of Nation's Strictest Abortion Measures Bishop Burbidge Puts Church Doctrine Ahead of Trans Ideology Seven Sorrows Devotion
S4 Ep 11Who Needs Prophecy? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 09/03/21
Father tackles the question of "Who needs prophecy?" then gets you ready for Sunday with Weekend Readiness. To Be a Prophet is a Blessing and a Burden The Limits of Prophecy The Promise of Prophecy Isaiah's Job
S4 Ep 10Is Europe Up for Grabs? (Dr. Srdja Trifkovic) 9/02/21
We explore the future of Europe with Dr. Srdja Trikovic, the Foreign Affairs Editor for Chronicles, and what it means for Western Culture. Europe, A Nation of Old Men Up for Grabs In Memoriam, Jean Raspail (1925-2020) The Cube and the Cathedral
S4 Ep 9Misuse of Church Authority on Vaccination (Philip Lawler) 09/01/21
We take a deeper dive into the misuse of Church authority on Vaccine Mandates with Phil Lawler of Catholic World News. The Misuse of Church Authority on Vaccination Vaccine Exemption Template Letter Getting Conscience Right Religious Exemption to Abortion-Tainted Vaccines
S4 Ep 8Three Days of Darkness (Dr. Anthony Stine) 08/31/21
We welcome back Anthony Stine to explain the private revelation of "The 3 Days of Darkness" and then to discuss some hot topics in the Church. Return to Tradition We Were Warned: The Three Days Of Darkness
S4 Ep 7Tools for Catholic Life (Kendra Tierney, Adam Bartlett) 08/30/21
Today we explore Tools for Catholic Life first with mother and author Kendra Tierney to discuss her new book, The Catholic All Year Prayer Companion. Then we speak with Adam Bartlett of Source & Summit to offer some new liturgical resources. The Catholic All Year Prayer Companion Catholic All Year Blog Source & Summit Source & Summit Stories: Christ the King Parish
S4 Ep 6Mom Demands to Euthanize her 4-Year-Old (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 08/27/21
In this episode of 'Let's Talk About This' Fr McTeigue discusses a Canadian mom who wishes to euthanize her 4-year-old. Then we wrap up with Weekend Readiness. Mom making headlines with demand to euthanize her 4-year-old Healing The Culture The Death of Christian Culture
S4 Ep 5Are Vaccine Mandates Like Seat Belts Laws? (Wesley J. Smith) 08/26/21
To contrast Seat Belt Laws and Vaccine Mandates, we welcome back Wesley J. Smith from the Discovery Institute's Center on Human Exceptionalism. A Vaccine Mandate Is Not Like Requiring Seat Belts Alaska Woman Denied Life-Sustaining Treatment for Declining COVID Jab FDA/Media Shell Game: Pfizer 'Vaccine' Was Not Approved After All Fauci Wants UN to 'Rebuild the Infrastructures of Human Existence'
S4 Ep 4The Extra Danger of Abortion by Mail (Dr. Tara Sander Lee) 08/25/21
What is "Abortion by Mail"? Dr. Tara Sander Lee joins the show to explain and why these trending chemical abortions have a complication rate 4x higher than surgical abortions. Biden Admin has Opened the Way for 'Abortion by Mail on a Massive Scale' The Lozier Institute Abortion Pill Rescue Helpline Heartbeat International- Abortion Pill Rescue
S4 Ep 3Family Cohesion & the Dignity of Work (Megan Rose) 08/24/21
CEO of Better Together, Megan Rose encourages us with a look at Family Cohesion and the Dignity of Work. Not Everyone Can Be a TikTok Star. Let's Get Back to Work Better Together Bishop Sheen on the Decline of Controversy
S4 Ep 2Is Human Fetal Tissue Ethical? (Lou Barletta, Dr. David Prentice) 08/23/21
We explore the serious topic of human fetal tissue and the bombshell discovery of how it is being used by the University of Pittsburgh. We start the show with Congressman Lou Barletta who wrote a recent article on the discovery. Then we welcome Dr. Prentice of the Lozier Institute to explain the science, ethical alternatives, and a call for transparency. Shocking Allegations of Live Baby Organ Harvesting Deserve Explanation Pitt Statements Point to Organs Extracted from Live Fetuses Charlotte Lozier Institute

S4 Ep 1Third Anniversary Look Back (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 08/20/21
We take a listen to some highlighted excerpts from a few shows over the last year. Our Lady of Good Success (Anthony Stine) Fauci, Biden, and the Vatican (George Neumayr) Video Games & Culture (Bill Whittle) Demolition of the Western Mind (Dr. Anthony M. Esolen) How to Destroy Western Civilization (Dr. Peter Kreeft) Congressional Catholics – Let's Talk About This Is the TLM Good for Priests? - Let's Talk About This
S3 Ep 230Is Classical Music Under Attack? (Heather Mac Donald) 08/19/21
We explore with Heather Mac Donald of the Manhattan Institute why some of the greatest classical music and composers are being canceled and even called racist. Classical Music's Suicide Pact (Part 1) Classical Music's Suicide Pact (Part 2) For the Love of Music - John McLaughlin Williams
S3 Ep 229An Attractive School Choice for Parents (Brandon McCoy) 08/18/21
We welcome Brandon McCoy, Project Manager for Education Policy at the Manhattan Institute to explain why so many parents are finding Classical Education attractive. Classical Education: An Attractive School Choice for Parents Well Trained Mind The Lost Tools of Learning
S3 Ep 228Are Christians Easy Targets ? (Matt Archbold) 08/17/21
We welcome back Matt Archbold, to discuss Timely Topics like Afganistan, Antifa, and if Christians are easy targets? Christianity: The Most Punchable Religion Judge Rules White House Can't Force Catholic Healthcare Workers to Perform Gender Transitions Biden Administration Lists Potential Terror Threats. You Might Be On the List.
S3 Ep 227Just the Facts on Police & Race (James Agresti) 08/16/21
James Agresti from Just Facts digs deep into what the numbers really show about Police and Race. Blacks Do Not Suffer Disproportionately From Police Brutality NAACP's Counterfactual Claim About Racial Inequity in Police Stops Just Facts Academy
S3 Ep 226Is the TLM Good for Priests? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 08/13/21
Father McTeigue discusses the Traditional Latin Mass from another perspective with the question, "Is the TLM good for priests"?
S3 Ep 225Law, Love & Liturgy (Fr Gerald Murray, Cameron O’Hearn) 08/12/21
The Traditional Latin Mass from two perspectives. First Fr Gerald Murray takes a look at the new Motu Proprio with Canon Law in mind. Then Cameron O'Hearn explores how the TLM is being received by the laity with part one of his new documentary, "The Mass of the Ages" being released this Sunday the Feast of the Assumption. Traditionis Custodes Track the Application of Traditionis Custodes Around the World The Mass of the Ages Documentary Trailer for Part1 of The Mass of the Ages
S3 Ep 224The Outsourcing Catechesis of Our Children (Dr. Leonard J. DeLorenzo) 08/11/21
We explore the outsourcing of catechesis of our children with Dr. Delorenzo of the McGrath Institute for Church Life. Breaking the Habit of Outsourcing the Ongoing Catechesis of Our Children A Eucharistic Culture of Affiliation A New Model for Understanding the Dynamics of Catholic Disaffiliation
S3 Ep 223Government Policy Facilitating Sex Trafficking (Elizabeth Yore) 08/10/21
We welcome back international child advocate attorney Elizabeth Yore to explore the lingering influence of former Cardinal McCarrick, the ongoing experimentation with baby body parts, and how government policy at the border is facilitating sex trafficking. Yore Children McCarrick turned The Catholic Church into an Agency of the Government Depopulation and Transhumanism the Globalists' top Agenda
S3 Ep 222Big Tech Playing Both Sides (Jon Schweppe) 08/09/21
Jon Schweppe, Director of Policy and Government Affairs at American Principles Project joins the show to discuss who Big Tech is funding, how they are influencing both sides, and how to track where the money goes. Jon's Website Big Tech Funding Jon on The Ingraham Angle
S3 Ep 221Divorce, Remarriage & Other Distortions (Fr McTeigue, SJ) 08/06/21
Fr McTeigue reacts to hearing that Boris Johnson and Carrie Symonds had got married in Westminster Cathedral, Britain's most important Catholic church, then he takes a deeper dive into Divorce, Remarriage, and Other Distortions. The show wraps with Weekend Readiness. If Boris Johnson and Carrie Symonds could tie the knot in a Catholic church, was I ever married at all? The Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill Don't Feed the Demons
S3 Ep 220The Bachelors Degree-or-Bust Mindset (Ray Domanico) 08/04/21
We welcome Ray Domanico, Senior Fellow and Director of Education Policy at the Manhattan Institute to explain the current value of education and the "Bachelors Degree-or-Bust" Mindset. Rethinking the Goals of NYC High Schools and Community Colleges Rebooting NYC Schools Means Dropping Ideology & Embracing Choice
S3 Ep 219Conversion as an Aspect of Catholic Education (Jimmy Mitchell) 08/02/21
We welcome Jimmy Mitchell, Director of Campus Ministry at Jesuit High School in Tampa, to explore why conversion is a key part of their mission and their success. Jesuit H.S. - Tampa How a 'Culture of Conversion' Transformed a Catholic High School
S3 Ep 218Virtue vs. Culture (Fr. Casey Jones, John Horvat) 07/30/21
Filling in for Fr. McTeigue, guest host Fr. Casey Jones, a Priest of the Catholic Diocese of Venice in Florida and administrator of Saint Elizabeth Seton Parish and School in Naples, is joined by John Horvat, a scholar, researcher, educator, international speaker, and author of the book Return to Order, for a discussion surrounding virtue and the importance of avoiding over-indulgence in worldly pleasures. Show Resource Do Virtue and Culture Clash?
S3 Ep 217Bishops Speak On Mass Regulations (Bishop Michael Olson, Bishop Michael Barber S.J.) 07/28/21
Bishop Michael Olson, the fourth Bishop of the Diocese of Fort Worth, Texas, and Bishop Michael Barber S.J., the fifth Bishop of the Diocese of Oakland, CA, and the first American Bishop appointed by Pope Francis, join the show to discuss Catholic mass regulations. Homily for the Ninth Sunday After Pentecost Bishop Barber Statement
S3 Ep 216Controlling Words, Controlling Minds (Michael Knowles) 07/27/21
Who is trying to control speech and who is going to help preserve our culture? Michael Knowles joins the show for a lively conversation on that, his new book Speechless, and more with Father McTeigue. Speechless: Controlling Words, Controlling Minds
S3 Ep 215Models of Courageous Love (Fr. Philip Bochanski) 07/26/21
We welcome back Fr Bochanski of Courage International to discuss resources for those with same-sex attraction and gender discordance. Courage International A Turning Pont Courage Events Courage on Twitter
S3 Ep 214Abortion, Conscience & Communion (Fr. McTeigue, SJ, Congressman Harris) 07/23/21
We start today with "Let's Talk About This", as Father breaks down the story of a New Mexico State Senator who was denied Holy Communion by his Bishop Then we welcome Congressman Andy Harris of MD. We wrap up with Weekend Readiness. Has the Catholic Church Always Condemned Abortion? Diocese Responds After State Senator Says He Was Denied Communion
S3 Ep 213Congressman Harris on the Hyde Amendment (Congressman Andy Harris) 07/23/21
bonusHear the Full Episode: http://traffic.libsyn.com/thecatholiccurrent/TCC-072221.mp3 Congressman Andy Harris is the Representative for Maryland's 1st congressional district since 2011. Dr. Harris was a physician at the Johns Hopkins Hospital, a medical officer in the Naval Reserve, and a state senator before coming to Congress
S3 Ep 213Discovering a Priest & a Beggar (Kevin Wells) 07/22/21
Author, evangelist, and former sports reporter, Kevin Wells joins the show to share the story of the heroic life of Venerable Aloysius Schwartz and the book he wrote about him. Priest and Beggar Kevin Well's Website World Villages Aloysius Schwartz
S3 Ep 212Did Jesus Teach Some Strange Things? (Cy Kellett) 07/21/21
Host of Catholic Answers Live and author Cy Kellett joins the show to discuss his new book on the teachings of Jesus and learning how to understand him better. A Teacher of Strange Things- Who Jesus Was, What He Taught, and Why People Still Follow Him
S3 Ep 211Are They Returning to Holy Mass? (Steve Ray) 07/20/21
Catholic convert and expert Holy Land guide Steve Ray returns to explore getting people back to Holy Mass. Steve Ray's Website Cardinal Mueller on the New TLM Restrictions Is This What the Church Needs Just Now?
S3 Ep 210Cancel Culture, Critical Race Theory & Catholic Education (Dr. Dan Guernsey) 07/19/21
We welcome back Dr. Dan Guernsey to explore if Critical Race Theory, Cancel Culture, and Catholic Education are compatible. Catholic Education's Call in the Face of 'Cancel Culture' Literature and Media Guide for Catholic Educators. Critical Theory for Catholic Educators The Struggle for Stupidity
S3 Ep 209Let’s Talk About This – In or Out of the Church? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 07/16/21
Father shares his first thoughts on the new motu proprio released today then explores a different approach to those struggling with their relationship with the Catholic Church. The show wraps with Weekend Readiness. James Carroll's Book Outlines Struggling Relationship with Catholic Church APOSTOLIC LETTER ISSUED "MOTU PROPRIO" BY POPE FRANCIS LETTER TO THE BISHOPS FROM POPE FRANCIS
S3 Ep 208Restoring One-Income Families & Freedom from Big Tech (Steve Cortes, Aron Wagner) 07/15/21
We start off with Steve Cortes explaining the renewed interest in Single- Income Families. Then we shift to look at Big Tech and how to avoid their influence and censorship with Aron Wagner. Welcoming Back the Traditional, One-Income Family. New Data Confirm The Tide Is Turning RightForge Facebook Rulings Leave Big Tech in Crosshairs
S3 Ep 207Do Traditional Views Have a Political Home? (C.J. Doyle, Brian Camenker) 07/14/21
Where can those with traditional views find a political home? We welcome CJ Doyle and Brian Camenker, both from Boston to explain what happened with Debbie Martell and others who chose to speak up. "Woke" legislators overwhelmingly demand resignation of Orthodox-Catholic for expressing traditional beliefs. Catholic Action League of Massachusetts MassResistance
S3 Ep 206The Church in Hong Kong (Bree Dail) 07/13/21
With a report on all the latest Vatican news including, the Church in Hong Kong, The Pope's Health, and the Bank Scandal, Bree Dail returns for Timely Topics Tuesday. Church Sees No Positive Contribution to Make in Hong Kong State Dept. Releases 2021 Report On Genocide Bree Dail on Twitter
S3 Ep 205What are Conservatives Conserving? (Bill Whittle) 07/12/21
We explore the question, "What are Conservative Conserving?" with the political commenter, YouTuber, and returning guest, Bill Whittle. Bill Whittle's Website Bill Whittle's YouTube Channel