TRADCAST is a traditional Catholic podcast produced by NovusOrdoWatch.org. TRADCAST is a refreshing mix of real Catholicism, sound philosophy, delightful humor, and intellectually challenging content -- it is informative, insightful, smart, unyielding, sophisticated, interesting, witty, cool, and charitable… but above all, it is genuinely Catholic! More information at www.tradcast.org.
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Since 1982, Crisis Magazine has been America's leading source for Catholic perspectives on religion, culture, and politics. Join editor-in-chief Eric Sammons and leading Catholics on "Crisis Point."
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"When we are in the tavern, we do not think how we will go to dust...". A podcast for a new Goliardic spirit. A podcast for frens. A podcast for and against Vatican flag emojis. A podcast of the weird & unusual. An eclectic podcast where we can discuss the real issues of the day, yesterday & tomorrow. Issues sacred & profane. In Taberna we can converse.
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Daniel and Avery talk about different topics ranging from political, social, theological, philosophical, etc. Each from their (usually) differing perspectives, but always maintaining the teachings of the Catholic Church. New episodes every Monday!
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Defending the Papacy Against the Orthodox, Sedevacantists, and Hyperpapalists (Guest: Erick Ybarra)
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Defending the papacy has always been a primary obligation of Catholics engaging in apologetics, but in the era of a weak pope, it becomes particularly challenging. We'll give practical tips on how to take on all challengers.By Crisis Magazine
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Waffling on abortion, spending billions on foreign wars, playing identity politics, defending moral evils: the Conservative Establishment has little to do with actual conservatism these days. What is the political path forward for conservative Catholics?By Crisis Magazine
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I recently returned from a trip to Gower, Missouri to venerate Sister Wilhelmina, founder of the Benedictines of Mary, Queen of Apostles, and an incorrupt.By Crisis Magazine
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TRADCAST EXPRESS - Episode 190 Topics covered: Can the Church's canon law contain heresy? A refutation of one of Kennedy Hall's most serious blunders. Links: Kennedy Hall YouTube video: "Pope Francis about to SUPPRESS the Fraternity of Saint Peter (FSSP)? Hard Questions to be Asked" (Feb. 29, 2024) Book: Mgr. Gerard van Noort, Christ's Church (Dogm…
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TRADCAST EXPRESS - Episode 189 Topics covered: How 'Cardinal' Gerhard Ludwig Müller denies the Bodily Resurrection of Christ as it was always understood by the Roman Catholic Church. Links: Pope Benedict XV, Encyclical Ad Beatissimi (Nov. 1, 1914) Donald Attwater, ed., A Catholic Dictionary (3rd edition, 1958) "Deniers of the Resurrection: Walter K…
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The Fastest Growing Religion in America is LGBTQism
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A recent survey revealed continued decline in the practice of Catholicism and other mainline religions. One of the biggest factors was the dramatic rise in the LGBTQ religion.By Crisis Magazine
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Pre-'55 vs. '62 vs. '69: A Holy Week Comparison
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The 20th century saw many changes to the Catholic liturgy; none more so than during Holy Week. What changes were made, why were they made, and did they help Catholics enter into Holy Week more deeply?By Crisis Magazine
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How to Inspire Catholic Men (Guest: Michael Mason)
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The Catholic Church is undergoing a crisis of masculinity. Most parishes are dominated by women, and men are rarely at the forefront of spiritual leadership in a parish. What can be done to reinstate men as spiritual leaders?By Crisis Magazine
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TRADCAST EXPRESS - Episode 188 Topics covered: Italian diocese of Bergamo urges 'Catholics' to join Muslims in prayer and meals for Ramadan. Austrian diocese of Graz-Seckau publishes prayer to 'god of diversities' for Lent. How Francis is a witness to the true religion - according to The Remnant. Links: Jules Gomes, "Italian diocese urges Catholics…
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Traditional Catholicism in 2024: Joys and Challenges
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Traditional Catholics face a number of challenges in 2024, but not everything is dire in tradville. We'll discuss the most important issues that impact traditional Catholics right now.By Crisis Magazine
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Is Ireland Still Catholic? (Guest: Connie Marshner)
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The Catholic Church has a long and deep history in Ireland, but does the Faith remain on the Emerald Isle?By Crisis Magazine
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Fiducia Supplicans exposed deep divisions within the Catholic Church, and now it is reaching its tentacles beyond the Church to scuttle attempts at union with non-Catholic churches.By Crisis Magazine
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8 out of every 10 Catholics believe that other religions can lead to eternal life. How does this religious indifference impact the Catholic Church's ability to live out her mission to convert the entire world to Catholicism?By Crisis Magazine
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TRADCAST EXPRESS - Episode 187 Topics covered: 'Pope' Francis on gender ideology: actions speak louder than words. The prophesied counterfeit church will seek to imitate the Catholic Church, not the Vatican II Church. Links: "Pope Francis: Gender ideology is the ugliest danger of our time", Vatican News (Mar. 1, 2024) Antipope Francis, Address at C…
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Many Catholics— and most Church leaders— support a more open border policy in the United States. But is that truly the most pro-life position?By Crisis Magazine
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Catholic Obedience to Unfaithful Church Leaders (Guest: Peter Kwasniewski)
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How can a Catholic be obedient when Church leaders promote same-sex blessings, shut down authentically Catholic liturgies, and continually undermine the Faith?By Crisis Magazine
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A small but growing number of Catholics are embracing "young earth creationism," which believes that the earth is only thousands of years old and was created in six 24-hour days. Why do I not join them?By Crisis Magazine
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Creation, Evolution, and Catholicism (Guest: Dr. Gerard Verschuuren)
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Man has always wondered about where we have come from and how we were created. Religions have given various answers, and in recent centuries so has science. How does a Catholic evaluate these claims in light of our faith?By Crisis Magazine
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TRADCAST EXPRESS - Episode 186 Topics covered: Analysis of a recent Kennedy Hall video on the validity of Novus Ordo sacraments, with commentary on the colorful Rev. Gregory Hesse (1953-2006). Links: Video: Kennedy Hall, "Divine Mercy and the Validity of Novus Ordo Priests: Q and A session for Members", The Kennedy Report (Feb. 12, 2024) Biographic…
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Is the "Reverent Novus Ordo" the Same As the TLM?
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An ongoing debate among conservative and traditional Catholics is whether a reverent Novus Ordo Mass is an equivalent replacement for the traditional Latin Mass.By Crisis Magazine
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The Secret Weapon to End the Crisis in the Church (Guest: David Torkington)
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We all are frustrated with the crisis in today's Church, but what can we do about it? Our guest today will answer that question.By Crisis Magazine
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Are Women Deacons Coming to the Catholic Church?
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There's been much talk recently at the highest levels of the Catholic Church about the possibility of women deacons, and one theologian close to Pope Francis says that he's in favor of it. Are women deacons even possible in the Catholic Church?By Crisis Magazine
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A Radical “Third Way” of Catholic Discipleship (Guest: Rob Marco)
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Are traditional Catholics too insular? Do they focus too much on the liturgy at the expense of evangelization and the works of mercy? Our guest today will challenge us with what he says is a "third way" that encompasses the "both/and" of Catholic discipleship.By Crisis Magazine
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Did Newman Say We Could Disobey the Pope?
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St. John Henry Newman lived at a time when a Catholic's obligation of obedience to the pope was hotly debated. What he wrote can be challenging today both for those who advocate for total obedience and for those who "recognize and resist" Pope Francis.By Crisis Magazine
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TRADCAST EXPRESS - Episode 185 Topics covered: A detailed response to Michael Lofton's Jan. 31, 2024 video on TRADCAST EXPRESS 184 regarding Francis' permission of an invalid Anglican Mass to be offered in a Catholic basilica on Jan. 25. Links: Video: Michael Lofton, "Anglican Archbishop Celebrates Mass in Rome?", Reason & Theology (Jan. 31, 2024) …
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Lenten Devotions in the Home (Guest: Suzan Sammons)
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Eric Sammons is joined by his wife Suzan to talk about growing up as a cradle Catholic, how they met, and her new book on Lent.By Crisis Magazine
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TRADCAST EXPRESS - Episode 184 Topics covered: Francis checkmates ultimate 'popesplainer' Michael Lofton by permitting Anglican 'Archbishop' of Canterbury Justin Welby to celebrate invalid Eucharist at Catholic basilica in Rome. Links: "Anglican ‘Mass’ at St. John Lateran Cathedral in Rome", Novus Ordo Watch (Apr. 19, 2023) Pope Leo XIII, Apostolic…
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Can Catholics Still “Follow the Science?”
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The reputation of "Science" is in tatters for many people, leading some to question things that were previously assumed by just about everyone. What is the proper Catholic approach to evaluating the claims of scientists?By Crisis Magazine
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The Ongoing War Between Catholicism and Communism (Guest: Kristen Theriault)
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Since its inception in the 19th century, Communism has always been at war with the Catholic Church. We'll discuss at why that is, and look to some heroic examples of Catholics who resisted the atheistic system.By Crisis Magazine
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Crisis Editor Eric Sammons recently wrote an article arguing that Catholics should consider not voting in the 2024 presidential election. Needless to say, it got a lot of pushback, which we're going to address today on the podcast.By Crisis Magazine
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How Tolkien’s Catholic Faith Impacted His Writings (Guest: Dr. Ben Reinhard)
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It's well-known that J.R.R. Tolkien was Catholic and that his faith influenced his writings. But how did his participation in the liturgy impact his writings and his imagination?By Crisis Magazine
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Recently Pope Francis said that he likes to think of Hell as empty and hopes it is. What are the theological and practical implications of such a view?By Crisis Magazine
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TRADCAST 037 (14 JAN 2024) Contents Segment 1 -- John XXIII, Francis, and the signs of the times. Italian Novus Ordo priest declared excommunicated after calling Francis 'usurper antipope' in sermon. Brazilian Novus Ordo bishop says all religions are expressions of God and seek to do good. The Naturalist plot against the Papacy. 'Cardinal' Bo wants…
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TRADCAST EXPRESS - Episode 183 Topics covered: Francis allows the blessing of couples in irregular situations, including gay couples. A critical look at the declaration Fiducia Supplicans. Links: Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith, Declaration Fiducia Supplicans (Dec. 18, 2023) "‘Pope’ Francis Green-Lights Blessings of Sodomite Couples", Novus…
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TRADCAST EXPRESS - Episode 182 Topics covered: Bergoglio vs. the Immaculate Conception. Peter Kwasniewski vs. Pope Pius X. Austrian Theologian Andreas Batlogg vs. Mary Immaculate. Links: "Francis: The Catholic Church has Flaws, like Virgin Mary", Novus Ordo Watch (Sep. 14, 2013) Pope Pius XI, Encyclical Divini Illius Magistri (1929) Francis says th…
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TRADCAST EXPRESS - Episode 181 Topics covered: The Bishop Joseph Strickland drama: facts, reactions, commentary. Links: Francis Fires Strickland! Outspoken Novus Ordo Bishop of Tyler Removed by Bergoglio, Novus Ordo Watch (Nov. 11, 2023) Ines San Martin, "Pope removes Puerto Rican bishop from office after he refused to resign", Crux (Mar. 9, 2022) …
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TRADCAST EXPRESS - Episode 180 Topics covered: Response to Scott Hahn on Pints with Aquinas show hosted by Matt Fradd. Hahn claims Pope is not the head of the Church, fails abysmally in trying to explain the Francis 'pontificate'. Links: "Scott Hahn on the John-Henry Westen Show: A Critical Assessment", Novus Ordo Wire (Apr. 28, 2020) YouTube video…
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TRADCAST EXPRESS - Episode 179 Topics covered: A flood of news. The Vatican's Dubia circus. Adultery as a venial sin? Bergoglio seems to permit blessings of homosexual couples through the backdoor. The Holy Spirit and the Synod on Synodality. Francis says St. John the Baptist doubted that Jesus was truly the Messiah. Links: New Dubia Drama: Five Co…
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