Best Lewis Connolly Podcasts (2024)

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87: The irresistible power of truth, with Andrew Jacoby 1:06:41

11d ago1:06:41

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Dr Gavin Ashenden is joined for this 87th episode of Merely Catholic, the podcast series for the Catholic Herald, by Andrew Jacoby, an American businessman and entrepreneur. Mr Jacoby, who converted to the Catholic faith from the Judaism of his youth and the “hedonistic lifestyle” of his later years when he travelled the world as a musician, explai…

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86: The case for sound liturgy, with Dom Alcuin Reid 53:11

29d ago53:11

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Dom Alcuin Reid, the distinguished Australian Benedictine who founded the Monastère Saint-Benoît in Fréjus-Toulon, France, joins Dr Gavin Ashenden for this 86th episode of Merely Catholic, the podcast series for the Catholic Herald. Dom Alcuin is an internationally-recognised expert on the liturgy, having published and lectured on the subject exten…

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High On Escape, A Story of Trauma & Chaos: Zachary Oliver 50:59

1M ago50:59

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ZACHARY OLIVER The Descent into Darkness Zach Oliver's childhood was a nightmare of chaos and violence. Growing up in a working-class family, his life took a dark turn when he was just five years old. His mother, battling post-natal depression, spiralled into alcoholism. The loving mother he once knew transformed into a monster before his eyes. "Sh…

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85: The idea of a university, with Dr Derry Connolly 54:33

1M ago54:33

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Dr Gavin Ashenden is joined on Merely Catholic this week by Dr Derry Connolly, the founding president of John Paul the Great Catholic University, California. Dr Connolly charts his journey from his youth in rural County Cork, Ireland, and a career in engineering and technology in Los Angeles to the moment when “God put it in my heart” to establish …

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The Addicted Psychopath: Lewis Raymond Taylor 1:03:54

2M ago1:03:54

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The Addicted Psychopath - Lewis Raymond Taylor. In this gripping episode of *Coming Clean with Me*, “The Addicted Psychopath” host Elliott Wald delves into the tumultuous life of Lewis Raymond Taylor, a man whose journey from a troubled youth to a successful entrepreneur is as harrowing as it is inspiring. Diagnosed with antisocial personality diso…

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0103 | Antebellum Religion (Part 1) 44:02

2M ago44:02

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In this episode, we delve into the religious landscape of Antebellum America. Explore the transformation of William Miller from deist to a Christian, sparking the Millerite movement. Discover the impact of deism among America's founding fathers, the rise of Protestant denominations, and the revolutionary shifts brought by the Second Great Awakening…

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Alcohol Stole My Spirit, I Took It Back: Luke Clark 39:39

2M ago39:39

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Luke Clark's Journey to Sobriety The Demons We Face In the depths of addiction, we often find ourselves trapped in a cycle of self-destruction, unable to see a way out. For Luke Clark, mental health advocate and host of the popular podcast "Stress Sessions," this cycle was all too familiar. But today, Luke sits across from me, Elliott Wald, addicti…

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84: The splendour of the truth, with Bishop Joseph Strickland 50:26

2M ago50:26

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The Rt Rev. Joseph Strickland, the former Bishop of Tyler, Texas, who was “relieved” of his duties by Pope Francis last year, joins Dr Gavin Ashenden for this 84th episode of Merely Catholic, the podcast series for the Catholic Herald They discuss his removal from office and the post-modern assault on truth in the Church and in the world, and other…

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83: Why CS Lewis matters to Catholics, with Fr Michael Ward 1:07:01

2M ago1:07:01

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Our guest for this 83rd episode of Merely Catholic, the podcast series for the Catholic Herald, is Fr Michael Ward, the English literary critic and theologian and an internationally recognised expert on the writings of CS Lewis. Perhaps best known for his 2010 book Planet Narnia, Fr Ward is an associate member of the Faculty of Theology and Religio…

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0102 | California's Dueling Judge 46:03

2M ago46:03

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David S. Terry's life was marked by ambition and controversy. From his early years in Texas, forged in hardship, to his rise as a prominent yet contentious judge in California, Terry's story is one of determination and resilience. He played pivotal roles in events like his infamous duel with Senator David Broderick. His legacy, a mix of integrity a…

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Cantona, Kebab & Corner Flags: Confessions of a Man United Fanatic: Jay Motty 41:59

3M ago41:59

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Welcome to "Coming Clean With Me" with host Elliott Wald, Addiction Specialist. Today, I'm thrilled to have Jay Motty in the studio. Jay is a well-known football commentator, journalist and podcaster, perhaps best recognized, as the co-owner and presenter of Manchester United's longest-running YouTube channel. But beyond his professional accomplish…

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0101 | The Battle of Monterrey 22:56

3M ago22:56

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Discover the origins of the Mexican-American War in our first episode, 'The Battle of Monterrey.' Join host Lewis Connolly as he delves into the contentious US-Mexico border disputes of the 1840s, the rise of Zachary Taylor, and the pivotal clashes that shaped the American Southwest. Explore the echoes of this historical conflict and its lasting im…

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82: The Catholic faith of JRR Tolkien with Holly Ordway 1:03:09

3M ago1:03:09

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Holly Ordway joins Dr Gavin Ashenden for the 82nd episode of Merely Catholic to discuss the Catholicism of JRR Tolkien, the author of the Lord of the Rings trilogy. She is the Cardinal Francis George Professor of Faith and Culture at the Word on Fire Institute and Visiting Professor of Apologetics at Houston Christian University. Her book Tolkien’s…

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The Ripple Effect: I Broke The Toxic Mould & My Addiction: Josh Connolly 46:33

3M ago46:33

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Unveiling the Raw Truth of Addiction and Recovery Welcome to another powerful episode of "Coming Clean With Me," the podcast that dives deep into the trenches of addiction and emerges with stories of hope and transformation. I'm your host, Elliott Wald, addiction specialist, and today we're in for an unforgettable journey. From Childhood Trauma to …

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81: Safeguarding in the Church, with Father Hans Zollner 49:37

3M ago49:37

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Father Hans Zollner, SJ, is a Jesuit priest, theologian, psychologist, and professor at the Gregorian University. He is also one of the leading experts on safeguarding and the prevention of sexual abuse. In March 2023, Father Zollner resigned from the Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors, criticizing the leadership of the body in a pu…

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Beyond The Diagnosis; Dr Mclaughlan 48:16

4M ago48:16

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This episode of Coming Clean With Me dives deep into the complex world of addiction. Dr. David McLaughlin, a leading expert in the field, dismantles the myth of addiction as a simple choice. We explore the underlying emotional needs that drive people to addictive behaviors, from anxiety and loneliness to the pursuit of pleasure and coping with pain…

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Running Through Hell: Charlie Engle's Addiction 58:52

4M ago58:52

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On the podcast today I have ultra-runner and author Charlie Engle. In a captivating conversation, Charlie takes us on his incredible journey from the depths of crack cocaine addiction to becoming one of the world's most accomplished ultra-endurance athletes. He pulls no punches as he delves into the gritty details of his substance abuse, the warm c…

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80: The Faith of the Fathers, with George Farmer 1:05:33

4M ago1:05:33

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George Farmer, the Oxford-educated investment banker, social media wizard and GB News board member, is our guest for this 80th episode of Merely Catholic, the podcast series for the Catholic Herald. Mr Farmer, husband to the American social media influencer and author Candace Owens and the son of Conservative Party peer Lord Farmer, tells Dr Gavin …

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SAS Addiction: Ollie Ollerton 52:17

4M ago52:17

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SAS ADDICTION Ollie Ollerton's Powerful Journey In this gripping episode, former UK Special Forces operative Ollie Ollerton opens up about his harrowing path from a traumatic childhood incident to battling alcohol addiction, depression, and suicidal thoughts. Ollie shares the profound impact of being attacked by a chimpanzee at a young age, which l…

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79: The vision of a Catholic Hollywood, with James Crowell 50:26

4M ago50:26

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This week Dr Gavin Ashenden is joined from California by author James Crowell to discuss the work and vision of John Paul the Great Catholic University, an institute founded to harness the power of beauty to transform culture. They discuss the ambition of the university to shape “the next generation of artists and innovators with academic excellenc…

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78: The Problems Posed by Private Revelations, with Simon Caldwell 43:34

4M ago43:34

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Dr Gavin Ashenden this week speaks to fellow Catholic Herald associate editor and novelist Simon Caldwell about the recently published norms from the Vatican governing the discernment and handling of private revelations and associated mystical and supernatural phenomena.They discuss what the new norms represent and what has prompted the overhaul, t…

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“Addiction's No Laughing Matter" Canadian Comedian Andrew Barr 48:37

4M ago48:37

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In this episode of Coming Clean With Me, addiction specialist Elliott Wald interviews Andrew Barr, a comedian who turned his struggles with cocaine and alcohol addiction into material for his act. Andrew shares his journey from starting with alcohol in his 20s to escalating cocaine usage. He discusses the challenges of being a comedian in a bar env…

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77: The Ratzinger Generation with Father Paschal Uche 42:07

5M ago42:07

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When Pope Benedict XVI visited Britain in 2010 he was welcomed on behalf of the youth of country by Paschal Uche, then a 22-year-old from Stratford, East London. Ten years later Father Pascal was ordained a priest for the Diocese of Brentwood.In this 77th episode of Merely Catholic, Father Pascal talks to Dr Gavin Ashenden about how he answered his…

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Walking Through Addiction's Shadow - The Family's Journey 54:48

5M ago54:48

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Broken Bonds: A Mother's Desperate Call, a Sister's Unyielding Love, Unveiling the Agony and Triumph over Addiction Experience the power of a mother's love and a sister's unwavering adoration, in this heart-wrenching episode of 'Coming Clean with Me.' Join me, as I delve into the challenging journey of a family almost torn apart by a son and brothe…

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Behind The Drum & Bass: DJ Jumpin Jack Frost Talks Addiction 31:21

5M ago31:21

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In this episode of Coming Clean With Me, addiction specialist Elliott Wald sits down with drum and bass DJ Jumpin Jack Frost for an unflinching conversation about addiction and recovery. Frost opens up about his challenging upbringing and how it fuelled his descent into drug use. He details the consequences this had on his personal and professional…

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The Addicted Lawyer: The Brian Cuban Story 47:43

6M ago47:43

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From Gavel to Gravel: Brian Cuban's Battle with Addiction on Coming Clean With Me Imagine a high-powered lawyer, seemingly untouchable in the courtroom, brought to his knees by a different kind of battle – a brutal fight for his own life against addiction. This is the raw and powerful story of Brian Cuban, on this episode of Coming Clean With Me. E…

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76: Catholic thought and the crisis of the West, with Michael J. Knowles 50:45

6M ago50:45

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Michael J. Knowles, the American broadcaster, political commentator, actor and author, is the guest of Dr Gavin Ashenden for this 75th episode for Merely Catholic, the podcast series for the Catholic Herald. They discuss the many “diverse and eccentric” identities of American conservativism in the twilight of the Biden presidency and Mr Knowles’ wo…

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75: Banning conversion therapy, with Dr Patricia Morgan 38:29

6M ago38:29

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Dr Gavin Ashenden is joined this week by Dr Patricia Morgan, the distinguished sociologist and author of the 2023 book Banning Conversion Therapy: The Missing Evidence, amid impending legislation to criminalise counselling, discussion, prayer and teaching based on orthodox Christian doctrine in spite of such changes representing a serious attack up…

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Behind The Beat - A British DJ's Battle With Addiction 47:48

6M ago47:48

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Where beats meet recovery and resilience on the dance floor Get ready for an electrifying episode of 'Coming Clean with Me' as I uncover the pulsating tale of DJ Ross Mac. Join us, as he spins the records on his journey from a cocaine-fuelled DJ lifestyle to a decade of sobriety. In this revealing interview, DJ Ross Mac takes us behind the scenes, …

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Breaking Free From Addiction: A Son's Awakening, A Mother's Faith 46:18

7M ago46:18

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Are you ready for an emotional rollercoaster? Buckle up because we're revisiting Tal, the talented tattoo artist who bravely shared his battle with cocaine addiction in a previous episode. But this time, he's not alone. Joining him is his rock, his confidante, his mother, Michal. Prepare to be moved, as Tal and Michal openly discuss the ripple effe…

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74: University lynch mobs and the right to life, with Madeline Page 36:35

7M ago36:35

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Madeline Page of Right to Life UK joins Dr Gavin Ashenden this week to discuss shocking scenes at Manchester University when a violent mob descended on a meeting of the students’ pro-life group with the aim of closing it down. Hundreds converged on the venue where a group of students met peacefully to spit at the women taking part and to shout “get…

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Cocaine Shane's Road To Redemption 48:23

7M ago48:23

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Hitting rock bottom can be a brutal wake-up call. In this episode, Elliott Wald sits down with Shane Samler, who opens up about his harrowing battle with cocaine addiction and the long, arduous road to recovery. Shane's story begins at a young age, detailing his descent into addiction that steadily intensified. He candidly discusses the devastating…

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73: Politically-incorrect Catholicism, with John Zmirak 1:02:12

7M ago1:02:12

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Dr Gavin Ashenden is joined this week by John Zmirak, a senior editor of The Stream and author of the new Politically Incorrect Guide to Catholicism, to discuss the new novelties “gathering slime” in the West and within the Catholic Church. Zmirak is the author, co-author, or editor of twelve books, including Wilhelm Ropke: Swiss Localist, Global E…

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72: Canada’s new ‘Satanic panic’, with Anna Farrow 47:41

8M ago47:41

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Dr Gavin Ashenden is joined this week by the distinguished Canadian journalist Anna Farrow to discuss Canada’s hysterical grief over mass graves which never existed. Farrow, a Montreal based writer for the Catholic Register, describes how 96 churches came to be burned down after it was falsely claimed that the graves of 215 children had been discov…

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Ink Resilience - A Tattoo Artist's Triumph Over Addiction 48:46

8M ago48:46

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Join me for another revealing episode of 'Coming Clean with Me' as I sit down with tattoo artist Tal Booker, who lays bare the impact of his Cocaine Addiction and its unexpected link to online gambling. In this candid interview, Tal takes us through the eye-opening journey from his initial encounter with cocaine, to the gripping spiral it led him i…

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71: Asylum seekers and fake Christians, with Mgr Michael Nazir-Ali 39:31

8M ago39:31

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The horrendous chemical attack on a woman and two children by Abdul Ezedi, an Afghan received into Christianity by Baptists in Jarrow, has reopened debate about the authenticity of the claims of some people who seek asylum on the grounds of religious conversion. Monsignor Michael Nazir-Ali, the former Anglican Bishop of Rochester who became a Catho…

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Exposing Addiction With Professor John Marsden 1:03:45

8M ago1:03:45

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Professor John Marsden unravels the complexities of Addiction. Welcome to a thought-provoking episode of 'Coming Clean with Me,' where I sit down with Professor John Marsden, a leading expert in addiction psychology and the distinguished Professor at the Institute of Psychiatry. With over three decades of professional appointments in the field of a…

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70: A model for Catholic education, with Ferdi McDermott 50:52

8M ago50:52

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Ferdi McDermott, the English headmaster and co-founder of Chavagnes International College, a Catholic school for boys in France, joins Dr Gavin Ashenden for this 70th episode of Merely Catholic, the podcast series for The Catholic Herald. They discuss the origins and success of the venture and some of the issues confronting Catholic secondary and h…

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69: Priming Catholics for public life, with Stefan Kaminski 43:18

8M ago43:18

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Stefan Kaminski, the director of the Christian Heritage Centre at Stonyhurst College, the Catholic independent school in Lancashire, is our guest for this 69th episode of Merely Catholic, the podcast series for The Catholic Herald. He and presenter Dr Gavin Ashenden discuss the mission in a range of Christian leadership formation undertaken by the …

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68: Catholics under a Protestant King: Part II, with Joseph Shaw 23:19

8M ago23:19

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Dr Joseph Shaw returns for this 68th episode of Merely Catholic, the podcast series for The Catholic Herald, for the second of a two-part broadcast examining the situation of Catholics under a Protestant monarch in the 21st century. He and Dr Gavin Ashenden explore the role of tradition, the monarchy as a model for papacy, the papacy as “the servan…

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Addiction Drove Me To Steal £2.7 Million 37:15

9M ago37:15

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From Crime to Redemption: Unmasking the Depths of Addiction Welcome to another episode of 'Coming Clean with Me,' where I delve into compelling stories of personal transformation. Today, I sit down with David Smallwood, who bravely opens up about his journey, from a life of crime fuelled by addiction to redemption. From his early struggles with dru…

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67: Catholics under a Protestant King: Part I, with Joseph Shaw 35:22

9M ago35:22

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The guest for this 67th episode of Merely Catholic, the podcast series for The Catholic Herald, is Dr Joseph Shaw, the chairman of the Latin Mass Society and a former member of the Philosophy faculty at Oxford University, to discuss his new book, A Defence of Monarchy: Catholics Under a Protestant King. In this first of a two-part broadcast, they d…

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66: Same-sex blessings and the Catholic Church, with Fr David Palmer 32:07

10M ago32:07

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Fr David Palmer, the Catholic chaplain to Nottingham University, returns to Merely Catholic, the podcast series for the Catholic Herald, to discuss Fiducia Supplicans, the new document from the Vatican’s Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith that appears to open the gates to blessings for same-sex couples within the Catholic Church. In this 66th …

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65: The martyrdom of Bishop Álvarez, with Bianca Jagger 29:37

10M ago29:37

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Bianca Jagger, the president and chief executive of the Bianca Jagger Human Rights Foundation, joins Dr Gavin Ashenden to discuss the atrocious treatment of Bishop Rolando Álvarez of Matagalpa by the regime of President Daniel Ortega of Nicaragua. In this 65th episode of Merely Catholic, the podcast series for the Catholic Herald, Ms Jagger reports…

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64: No-one dies a martyr for ambiguity, with Bishop Athanasius Schneider 26:10

10M ago26:10

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Bishop Athanasius Schneider is our guest for this 64th episode of Merely Catholic, the podcast series for the Catholic Herald. The Auxiliary Bishop of Astana, Kazakhstan, talks about his new book, Credo: The Compendium of the Catholic Faith, a catechism commissioned by the US-based Sophia Institute Press, and why the bold and clear iteration of the…

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63: Finland’s woke pogrom, with Paul Coleman 34:44

11M ago34:44

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Paul Coleman, the executive director of ADF International, joins Dr Gavin Ashenden to discuss the appalling treatment by the Finnish state of Päivi Räsänen, an MP, former government minister for the interior and the wife of a Lutheran pastor, for alleged hate crimes after she publicly expressed the teaching of the Bible on human sexuality. In this …

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62: The crackdown on conservative contrarianism, with Kathy Gyngell 36:43

11M ago36:43

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Kathy Gyngell, the co-foundress and editor of The Conservative Woman: Defending Freedom website, joins Dr Gavin Ashenden for the 62nd episode of Merely Catholic, the podcast series for The Catholic Herald. They discuss feminism, motherhood and the revolution in childcare, the growth of the state, the relationship between economic liberalism and soc…

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61: Is Islam really a religion of peace? With Tim Dieppe 35:02

12M ago35:02

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In the 61st episode of Merely Catholic, the podcast series for the Catholic Herald, Dr Gavin Ashenden talks to Tim Dieppe about challenge of Islam to Western democracies and the values that underpin them following mass migration and radicalisation triggered by war. Mr Dieppe is head of public policy at Christian Concern, which he joined in 2016, an…

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From Addiction To £9 Million A Year 58:32

12M ago58:32

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If you're struggling with addiction, this video is a must-listen! Mike Carroll's story is inspirational and educational. Mike shares his story of overcoming addiction and becoming a millionaire. This video is a great resource for anyone looking to overcome addiction. Visit Elliott's website to find out more about the help you might need here: https…

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60: Poland’s defence of the family, with Barbara Socha 26:19

12M ago26:19

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The struggle between the family and the state has been “a feature of the relentless march of secularism” in the western world, notes Dr Gavin Ashenden in this 60th episode of Merely Catholic, the podcast series for The Catholic Herald, in which he speaks to Barbara Socha. The deputy minister for family and social policy since 2019 with a specific r…

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