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The Simple Truth, hosted by Jim Havens, airs each weekday from 4-5PM(EST) on The Station of the Cross Media Network. The focus of the show is authentically receiving, living, and transmitting the simple Truth of Jesus and His Catholic Church. We’re in challenging times, but we are made to rise up and meet the challenges before us with Christ. We’ll be proclaiming all that is good, true, and beautiful, applying it to real life, and we won’t shy away from the difficult topics, especially lifti ...
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Love Will End Abortion is a pro-life radio show hosted by Jim Havens. The show features compelling interviews, current events, and ongoing formation to help equip us for increased effectiveness in building a culture of life.
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Getting to Know St. Alphonsus Liguori! (Joanne Wright) - 7/31/24
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7/31/24 - As the Feast of St. Alphonsus Liguori approaches, it's a great opportunity to dive into the life of this holy man and Bishop. He was a prolific writer, and we'll share some of that greatness that flowed from his pen. This will be an episode not to miss!By The Station of the Cross
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Saint Ignatius Loyola — Then and Now (Fr. Joseph Fessio, S.J.) 7/31/24
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We welcome back Fr. Joseph Fessio, S.J. of Ignatius Press to discuss St. Ignatius of Loyola on this, his feast day. Who is Ignatius of Loyola, and how has his vision affected both the Church and the World? Show Notes Ignatius Press A Pilgrim's Journey: The Autobiography of St. Ignatius of Loyola "Lord, I Want to See": How to Keep Your Spiritual Eye…
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Who’s Burning Our Churches Now? (Raymond Ibrahim) 7/30/24
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We welcome back author and scholar Raymond Ibrahim to discuss the Paris Olympics and the true history of the conflict between Islam and Christendom. Should we really be surprised by what we saw on display? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts. Show Notes The Muslim Persecution of Christians Reports - Archive Is Paris Burning? | Dominique Lapierre I…
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Flee From Heresy: A Catholic Guide to Ancient and Modern Errors (Bishop Athanasius Schneider) - 7/30/24
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7/30/24 - Bishop Athanasius Schneider returns to discuss his newly-released book Flee From Heresy: A Catholic Guide to Ancient and Modern Errors. In this book, His Excellency offers a systematic treatment of more than 130 doctrinal errors, from ancient times down to our own day, along with English translations of the Church’s major anti-heresy docu…
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Can Atheists Be Moral? (John Horvat II) 7/29/24
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We welcome back John Horvat of Tradition Family and Property to discuss his latest article in The Imaginative Conservative. What can the opening ceremony of the Olympics teach us about the First Commandment and the mystery of iniquity? Show Notes Why Everyone Needs the First Commandment ~ The Imaginative Conservative Blasphemy | EWTN There used to …
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The Importance of Iodine (Becky Havens) - 7/29/24
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7/29/24 - We’ll break down the importance of Iodine and the role that it plays in the human body. Did you know that we’re celebrating the centennial of salt iodization this year – what’s that all about? And, why is Iodine deficiency a big deal? All that and more, all within the big picture of our Catholic faith! Learn more about health and wellness…
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Where Do We Go from Here? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 7/26/24
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In Let's Talk About This, Fr. McTeigue discusses patience, courage, and the valley of soul-making. Are the faithful being trained to respond well in times of trial and persecution? Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to help you prepare for the upcoming Sunday Mass. Show Notes Faith, Hope, Love - Josef Pieper Christendom Lost and Found: Meditati…
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Biden Is Out... Is Kamala In? (Fr. Stephen Imbarrato) - 7/26/24
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7/26/24 - Biden is out of the race for the upcoming election... is Kamala in? What would a nation look like under her leadership (or lack thereof), particularly as it pertains to the life issue? Meanwhile, the Eucharistic Congress had numbers, but what will be the fruit? Truly adoring our Eucharistic Lord Jesus in that little host ought to bear fru…
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Beauty: What It Is and Why It Matters - Part Two (Dr. John-Mark Miravalle) - 7/25/24
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7/25/24 - Dr. John-Mark Miravalle returns for part two of a discussion about his book Beauty: What It Is and Why It Matters. What we moderns have forgotten, the ancients knew well: true beauty heals the soul, draws us to God, and yields lasting happiness. Rich with the wisdom of Plato, Augustine, Aquinas, and St. John Paul II, the book unpacks pere…
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We’re Not Voting Our Way Out Of This One (Dr. Michael Pakaluk) 7/25/24
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We welcome back Dr. Michael Pakaluk of the Catholic University of America to discuss his latest in The Catholic Thing. How has federal funding changed the Church's voice in civil matters, and what does it really mean to form your conscience in these times? Show Notes Reason Amid the Ruins - The Catholic Thing U.S. National Debt Clock : Real Time (u…
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The Maid of Orléans: Saint Joan of Arc (Joanne Wright) - 7/24/24
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7/24/24 - What are the valuable takeaways from the life of Saint Joan of Arc? What do you make of her visions, prophecies, miracles and martyrdom? She may be one of the most well-known saints, but how well do you REALLY know her? We'll help you get acquainted!By The Station of the Cross
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Chinese Communism vs Chinese Catholicism (Steven Mosher) 7/24/24
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We welcome back Steven Mosher of the Population Research Institute to continue the discussion on China with his latest with TAN Books. What caused the Vatican's shift in policy towards China in recent history, and what price is being paid as a result? Show Notes The Devil and Communist China: From Mao Down to Xi Population Research Institute Bishop…
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One Lord, One Faith, One Church: An Inconvenient Truth (Jesse Romero) - 7/23/24
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7/23/24 - Jesse Romero, host of Jesus 911 heard on The Station of the Cross, joins the show to discuss his book One Lord, One Faith, One Church: An Inconvenient Truth (co-authored with Paul Zucarelli). It’s no secret that there is an abundance of so-called Christian sects populating a wide range of churches, with different worship services and teac…
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How Long, O Lord? (Matt Archbold) 7/23/24
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We welcome back Matt Archbold of Creative Minority Report to discuss the commitment to untruth as seen in recent news headlines. Who benefits from widespread isolation and a spirit of perpetual distrust? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts. Show Notes Creative Minority Report I’m No Conspiracy Theorist but… You Don’t Despise the Media Enough. – Cr…
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Is Coffee A Miracle Drink? (Becky Havens) - 7/22/24
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7/22/24 - Is coffee a miracle drink? That’s what one new article is claiming, touting the many health benefits of the best-selling hot drink in the world. What do the studies really say, and what are the possible side effects? Learn more about health and wellness through a Catholic lens with the help of free resources available at Becky’s website, …
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Whatever Happened to Catholic Germany? (Dr. Darrick Taylor) 7/22/24
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We welcome back Dr. Darrick Taylor of the Controversies in Church History podcast to discuss the intellectual and cultural influence of Germany within the Catholic Church. How has the contemporary Church been shaped by German figures, and what is the likely result of the "German Synodal Way"? Show Notes Controversiae Ecclesiasticae | Controversies …
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Trump Nearly Assassinated, Vance Picked As VP, and Biden on the Outs?!
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7/19/24 - You can't make this stuff up... from the assassination attempt on Trump, to Biden getting COVID and his party trying to push him out, we'll break down the happenings in the political realm over the past week. We'll also cover the Republican National Convention and the JD Vance Vice President pick and what it means for the upcoming electio…
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Is There Hope for America? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 7/19/24
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In Let's Talk About This, Fr. McTeigue discusses the spiritual response necessary to combat the evil seen in recent days. What will it take to cast off business-as-usual Catholicism and to undergo a true hard reset? Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to help you prepare for the upcoming Sunday Mass. Show Notes Emergency Episode: Special Forces …
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FIRST LOOK: "Flee From Heresy: A Catholic Guide to Ancient and Modern Errors" (Bishop Athanasius Schneider) - 7/18/24
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7/18/24 - Jim gives a sneak peek at Bishop Athanasius Schneider's newly-released book "Flee From Heresy: A Catholic Guide to Ancient and Modern Errors." Today's show will serve as part one, to be followed by a formal sit-down interview with Bishop Schneider himself coming very soon! Get the book here: Flee From Heresy…
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A Supreme Court Report Card (Philumina Johanni) 7/18/24
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We welcome back Philumina Johanni of Judicial Watch to evaluate some of the recent rulings of the U.S. Supreme Court. How can we be better informed about court decisions, and why is it important to not give blind trust to government institutions? Show Notes Justices rule Trump has some immunity from prosecution - SCOTUSblog Supreme Court strikes do…
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A Canon Law Checkup (Fr. Gerald Murray) 7/17/24
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We welcome back Fr. Gerald Murray of EWTN to discuss synodality, the role of the laity, and to examine the cases of Archbishop Viganò and Fr. Marko Rupnik. Show Notes Two Perspectives on the Synod’s New ‘Working Document' - The Catholic Thing Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith Press Release - 7/5/2024 Edward Feser | Blogspot BREAKING: Knights …
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Uncovering The Mystical Rose, the Newest Vatican-Approved Marian Apparition (Joanne Wright) - 7/17/24
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7/17/24 - The Mystical Rose apparitions, which took place in Italy in 1947 and 1966, were recently officially approved by the Vatican. Pierina Gilli, to whom Our Lady appeared, documented the apparitions in great detail in her personal diary, and today we'll unpack some of those writings to gain a better understanding of the apparitions themselves …
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Higher Education: Shenanigans Update (Matt Lamb) 7/16/24
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We welcome back Matt Lamb of The College Fix to discuss free speech, dehumanization, and radicalized discourse on college campuses. Are we building a moral house in which we would like to live? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts. Show Notes The College Fix Pro-Palestinian student group claims Trump assassination attempt ‘staged,’ distraction from…
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A Legendary Pro Hockey Coach's Tips for Healing Through Forgiveness - Part Two (Garry Hebert) - 7/16/24
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7/16/24 - Legendary hockey coach Garry Hebert returns for part two to share with us how forgiveness can make a positive impact on your journey towards personal growth and self improvement. Hear how Coach Hebert has applied these principles to his own life to overcome even the toughest struggles, including the pain of parental divorce and the trauma…
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The Power of Neuroplasticity (Becky Havens) - 7/15/24
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7/15/24 - We'll be discussing the science of neuroplasticity - the brain's ability to change and adapt in response to stimuli over time. Scientists now say the adult brain is still capable of self-directed synaptic growth. Why is that good news for us? Let's dive into it! Becky's Website: safehavensmama.com…
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Fathers, Rise to Your Greatness (Fr. John Perricone) 7/15/24
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We welcome back Fr. John Perricone to discuss his article in Crisis Magazine on fatherhood. Why is fatherhood hated by so many, both inside and out of the Church, and what happens when we undermine the role of Fathers? Show Notes Fathers, Rise to Your Greatness - Crisis Magazine Do Men Need to Apologize for Masculinity? (Dr. Anthony Esolen) 5/26/22…
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Republican National Party: "Defend Our Borders, Not Our Children" (Fr. Stephen Imbarrato) - 7/12/24
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7/12/24 - Have you heard about the new National Republican Party Platform? The American right's new agenda keys in on issues such as immigration, the economy, and others - all while scarcely mentioning the battle for life. Hidden within the document, however, we find that the Republicans are officially opposing a federal abortion ban and handing ov…
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Who’s Ready for Another Synod? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 7/12/24
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In Let's Talk About This, Fr. McTeigue discusses the Instrumentum Laboris for the October session of the Synod on Synodality. Is this one as bad as the one from 2023? Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to help you prepare for the upcoming Sunday Mass. Show Notes New ‘Instrumentum Laboris’ Focuses on How to Implement Goals of Synod on Synodality…
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How Do I Find and Follow God's Will For My Life? - 7/11/24
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7/11/24 - Using the guidance of the Catechism of the Council of Trent, we'll share some practical ways to align your life with God's will and experience the blessings that come with obedience. Whether you're facing a major decision or simply seeking daily guidance, this episode will provide you with the tools and insight you need to confidently wal…
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What Is a Pastor? (Fr. Casey Jones) 7/11/24
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We welcome back Fr. Casey Jones of the Diocese of Venice Florida to discuss the role of a pastor. How have we gotten to the point where less important administrative tasks prevent pastors from focusing on the preaching of the Gospel? Show Notes Pastor | Catholic Answers Encyclopedia Pastors, Administrators, Parochial Vicars (catholiceducation.org) …
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The Power of Pilgrimage (Joanne Wright) - 7/10/24
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7/10/24 - We'll discuss the fruits of the recent pilgrimage to Canada that Jim took with his twelve year old son and the benefits that embarking on a pilgrimage can have for all Catholics, while also referencing personal experiences that Joanne has had while embarking on her own pilgrimages in the past!…
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The Erasure of Parents (Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse) 7/10/24
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We welcome back Dr. Jennifer Morse of the Ruth Institute to discuss the ideological unreality of queer theory, and the attempts to render both motherhood and fatherhood meaningless. Where can we find stories of hope in this seemingly never-ending battle? Show Notes The Ruth Institute Dr J Show Archives – Ruth Institute Kansas’ attorney general is t…
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We welcome back Michael Hichborn of The Lepanto Institute to discuss the many tangled knots surrounding the notorious CCHD along with other headlines in the Church. Are there any signs of good news? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts. Show Notes Michael Hichborn and Timothy Flanders Discuss the Real Presence Survey Survey of U.S. Catholic Laity o…
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