Best Catholic Musings Podcasts (2024)

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The "Virtue" of Tolerance 30:02

42m ago30:02

30:02

Is tolerance a good thing? On this episode of Godsplaining, Fr. Jacob-Bertrand and Fr. Gregory discuss tolerance, their own experiences with intolerance, what it was, what it is now, and whether it's a good thing. Interested in attending the upcoming Godsplaining Day of Recollection in New York this October? Find more information here! https://gods…

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Can Anything Good Come from Barbieland? What a Plastic Doll Can Teach Us about Becoming More Human 2:03:51

6h ago2:03:51

2:03:51

A lecture given at L’Abri Fellowship in Southborough, Massachusetts. For more information, visit https://southboroughlabri.org/ by Mary Frances Giles The 2023 blockbuster film Barbie has been both praised and censured by critics and moviegoers alike. One reviewer referred to it as "joyous from minute to minute," while another claimed it is "very pr…

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Denouncing the moral evil of Euthanasia 51:24

12h ago51:24

51:24

In this week's episode I reflect on the chilling news that Kier Starmer wants to fast track legalised Euthanasia through parliament before Christmas. This must be resisted by every Christian worth their salt! You can now support me on patreon. Just follow this link https://www.patreon.com/Thisturbulentpriest1974 Or visit patreon.com and search for …

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Guestsplaining: Mary Margaret Olohan on Documenting De-Transitioners 32:27

5h ago32:27

32:27

On this guest episode of Guestsplaining, Fr. Patrick and Fr. Gregory welcome Mary Margaret Olohan to discuss a few of the more pressing moral issues of our day: transgenderism and gender ideology. Specifically, Mary Margaret delves deep into her experience in documenting de-transitioners' stories, the impact that our culture's normalization of 'gen…

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What Marx Got Right 28:38

2d ago28:38

28:38

Are communism and Catholicism similar in any way? How does Karl Marx's writings relate to St. Pope John Paul II's reflections? What are the similarities and differences between them? Are they compatible? Find out Fr. Patrick and Fr. Bonaventure's thoughts on these questions on this episode of Godsplaining! Check out the St. Paul Center Priesthood R…

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What have the Christians ever done for us? 52:15

4d ago52:15

52:15

In this week's episode I share ten gifts that the Catholic faith has given to Western Society which need to be cherished and not taken for granted that we might prosper in the future. You can now support me on patreon. Just follow this link https://www.patreon.com/Thisturbulentpriest1974 Or visit patreon.com and search for 'Ed Tomlinson' All views …

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Is It Okay to Doubt? 28:01

8d ago28:01

28:01

Have you ever doubted Church teachings? Have you even doubted God is real? What's the remedy? On this episode of Godsplaining, Fr. Joseph-Anthony and Fr. Jacob-Bertrand discuss doubt and the remedy. Subscribe to our channel https://www.youtube.com/c/Godsplainin... Support the Podcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/godsplaining Shop our store: htt…

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The shroud & the imprisoned evangelical 44:00

15d ago44:00

44:00

In this week's episode I reflect on two stories in the news this week. New evidence relating to the infamous Shroud of Turin and the re-arrest and imprisonment of evangelical teacher Enoch Burke. You can now support me on patreon. Just follow this link https://www.patreon.com/Thisturbulentpriest1974 Or visit patreon.com and search for 'Ed Tomlinson…

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Guestsplaining: Sean Bryan on Evangelization as the Papal Ninja 33:12

11d ago33:12

33:12

On this episode of Guestsplaining, Fr. Gregory and Fr. Patrick welcome Sean Bryan, the Papal Ninja, to the show! Sean discusses being the Papal Ninja, the Christian community surrounding American Ninja Warrior, charism, virtue, discipleship and discernment, and much more. For more information on the Lay Mission Project, see here: https://laymission…

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Lewis, Tolkien, and Allegory 28:11

16d ago28:11

28:11

On this episode, Fr. Bonaventure and Fr. Patrick discuss C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien, what an allegory is, and how it applies to the writings of Lewis and Tolkien. What does allegory have to do with it? How can these authors' writings lead us to Christ? What do the two different writing approaches tell us? Subscribe to our channel https://www.youtub…

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Should wives submit to husbands? 37:22

23d ago37:22

37:22

In this week's episode I weigh in on the debate surrounding St Paul's advice that wives should submit to their husbands. It makes modern feminists mad...but have they really understood what St Paul is driving at? After all husbands are told that in return they must lay down their lives for their wives... You can now support me on patreon. Just foll…

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Podcasting About Podcasting 35:15

28d ago35:15

35:15

On this episode of Godsplaining, join all five Godsplaining Friars to discuss other podcasts better than Godsplaining. What do the friars think are the positives and negatives of listening to podcasts? What is their hope for podcasts? What are other podcasts they feel are even better than their own? Subscribe to our channel https://www.youtube.com/…

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Guestsplaining: Erika Bachiochi on Catholic Feminism 33:42

1M ago33:42

33:42

On this episode of Godsplaining, Fr. Gregory and Fr. Patrick welcome Erika Bachiochi to the podcast to discuss hot topics such as the role and identity of women, feminism, complementarity, submission, and so much more. What are threats to women today? How are we to view submission in relationships? Can we call ourselves, 'Catholic feminists?' "EPPC…

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Against Young Adult Ministry? 35:09

1M ago35:09

35:09

On this episode of Godsplaining, Fr. Joseph-Anthony and Fr. Gregory discuss their experiences in ministry, where we actually learn the Faith, relationships, what ministry is and what it is not, feeling alone, and more. Subscribe to our channel https://www.youtube.com/c/Godsplainin... Support the Podcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/godsplaining…

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Our Fifth Anniversary! 32:48

1M ago32:48

32:48

On this entertaining episode of Godsplaining, join all five Godsplaining Friars as they reminisce about highlights since starting the podcast, discuss reptiles (typical), Fr. Gregory's 'ugly' laugh, what they hope for the future of the podcast, and anything else they can think of. Australia? Subscribe to our channel https://www.youtube.com/c/Godspl…

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Guestsplaining: Leah Jacobson on What's Wrong With Women's Healthcare in the U.S. 31:10

1M ago31:10

31:10

On this episode of Guestsplaining, Fr. Patrick and Fr. Bonaventure welcome Leah Jacobson to the podcast to discuss women's modern healthcare and our God-given identity. The friars discuss with Leah what's wrong with women's healthcare in the United States, why women aren't being heard in healthcare, and much more. Are women being gaslit? Why are th…

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BONUS: How Do We Set Things on Fire? Renewal and Recapturing the Sacred | Live Episode from the NEC 56:39

2M ago56:39

56:39

Did you attend the 10th National Eucharistic Congress? Did you miss this exciting bonus episode of Godsplaining? Fr. Joseph-Anthony and Fr. Patrick Briscoe welcome Katie Prejean McGrady to the podcast, live at the NEC to discuss renewal, recapturing the sacred, and setting your spiritual life on fire. How do we keep our spiritual spark alive? Why d…

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What is Work-Life Balance? 26:46

2M ago26:46

26:46

On this episode of Godsplaining, Fr. Jacob-Bertrand and Fr. Patrick discuss work and leisure and where/how to find that balance. Where does work end, and where does leisure begin? How can we structure our life? How do we place boundaries, especially if we work from home? Check out the St. Paul Center Priesthood Retreats: stpaulcenter.com/priests to…

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Murders and riots blight our nation 28:51

2M ago28:51

28:51

In this week's episode I reflect on the dreadful murder in England of several little children and the corresponding riots the assault provoked. I suggest that the working class are increasingly being failed and disenfranchised by metropolitan elites who steadfastly refuse to listen to their legitimate concerns. You can now support me on patreon. Ju…

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Two Human Longings, Lost and Found 2:07:34

2M ago2:07:34

2:07:34

A lecture given at L’Abri Fellowship in Southborough, Massachusetts. For more information, visit https://southboroughlabri.org/ by Ben Keyes This lecture explores two fundamental human desires: the longing to seek new experiences and the longing to come home. Drawing on examples from literature, we will explore the nature of these two longings and …

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Disney: Worst Ever? Best Ever? 30:41

2M ago30:41

30:41

How do the Godsplaining Friars feel about Disney? On this week's episode, Fr. Bonaventure and Fr. Jacob-Bertrand discuss the good and the bad, their experience with Disney, whether the films are good for kids, good vs. evil, the magic of Disney, religious themes, and much more. Interested in attending our Men's weekend retreat this August? Check ou…

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BONUS: What We Saw at the National Eucharistic Congress + Q&A 1:08:12

2M ago1:08:12

1:08:12

On this BONUS episode of Livesplaining, tune in to hear about Fr. Patrick and Fr. Joseph-Anthony's experiences at this past week's 10th National Eucharistic Congress. Subscribe to our channel https://www.youtube.com/c/Godsplainin... Support the Podcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/godsplaining Shop our store: https://godsplaining.bigcartel.com/…

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Benedict Rogers; human rights activist & Catholic 1:06:45

2M ago1:06:45

1:06:45

In this week's episode I share a talk given at St Anselm's in 2016 by Benedict Rogers, human rights activist and a convert from Anglicanism to Catholicism. You can now support me on patreon. Just follow this link https://www.patreon.com/Thisturbulentpriest1974 Or visit patreon.com and search for 'Ed Tomlinson' All views on this podcast are my own p…

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Guestsplaining: Mark Hart on Evangelizing Middle School Youth 33:44

2M ago33:44

33:44

Fr. Gregory and Fr. Joseph-Anthony are pleased welcome Mark Hart, the Chief Innovation Officer of Life Teen International, to this episode of Guestsplaining. On this episode, our guest delves into evangelization, youth ministry, and bringing middle schoolers to Christ. Mark discusses Encounter: The Bible Timeline for Middle School, forming and enga…

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God and Animal Suffering 33:00

2M ago33:00

33:00

Godsplaining DOES indorse holding animals. This week's episode of Godsplaining is all about animals. Fr. Gregory and Fr. Bonaventure discuss moral and natural evil, animal rights, animal pain, and more. Why does God allow animal suffering? Are animals equal to us? Do they have rights? Did God create animals for us? Interested in attending our Men's…

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Human-Sized: (Re)visiting Francis Schaeffer's "No Little People" 1:35:03

2M ago1:35:03

1:35:03

A lecture given at L’Abri Fellowship in Southborough, Massachusetts. For more information, visit https://southboroughlabri.org/ by Esther Dalton In his sermon, "No Little People, No Little Places," Francis Schaeffer demonstrates how becoming infected with our culture's "syndrome of size" causes all kinds of problems for us regarding our identity an…

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Contemporary Spirituality: Fulton Sheen 28:42

2M ago28:42

28:42

On this episode of Godsplaining, Fr. Jacob-Bertrand and Fr. Joseph-Anthony discuss Venerable Fulton Sheen, Bishop and Archbishop from the 20th century. Fulton Sheen emerged as a pioneer in early television as he taught the Catholic Faith to millions on NBC for nearly 40 years. But that's not all! Tune in to hear about Venerable Fulton Sheen's thriv…

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Taylor Swift: Music, Mania & Monopoly 2:49:11

2M ago2:49:11

2:49:11

A lecture given at L’Abri Fellowship in Southborough, Massachusetts. For more information, visit https://southboroughlabri.org/ by Ben Keyes The Copyright for all material on the podcast is held by L'Abri Fellowship. We ask that you respect this by not publishing the material in full or in part in any format or post it on a website without seeking …

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If I were Pope for the day! 53:26

2M ago53:26

53:26

In this week's episode I share ten changes I would make if I were Pope for the day. Fortunately, for everyone, that will never happen as I am far too turbulent for that... You can now support me on patreon. Just follow this link https://www.patreon.com/Thisturbulentpriest1974 Or visit patreon.com and search for 'Ed Tomlinson' All views on this podc…

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Bonus Episode: Chaplet to the Holy Spirit 7:06

2M ago7:06

7:06

Season 5 Concluding Prayer A standalone episode for those who would like to simply pray the Chaplet to the Holy Spirit. Holy Spirit Chaplet: For Printing | For Mobile This season was brought to you by The Sanctifier, by Archbishop Luis Martinez. You don’t need to have the book to follow along, but if you’d like to get a copy, you can find it here: …

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Guestsplaining: Curtis Martin on Christ in the Eucharist 36:02

2M ago36:02

36:02

On this episode of Guestsplaining, Fr. Gregory and Fr. Patrick welcome FOCUS founder, Curtis Martin, to the podcast to discuss the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist, the Eucharist Revival, the National Eucharistic Congress, and much more. Curtis Martin is the founder of FOCUS, a Catholic outreach organization that began in 1998. He holds a m…

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Is the American Church the Best Church? 29:33

3M ago29:33

29:33

Fireworks. Bald eagles. Liberty. Freedom. Stars & stripes. Is the American Church the best church? On this week's episode of Godsplaining, Fr. Patrick and Fr. Gregory discuss Fr. Gregory's experience living outside of the United States, the virtues we have in the American Church, the role of Christ in culture, how the American Church is viewed by t…

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