The Catholic Talk Show
Ryan Scheel, Ryan DellaCrosse, & Fr. Michael Nixon 367 episodes Nov 9, 2026
The Catholic Talk Show features Ryan Scheel, Ryan DellaCrosse, and Fr. Michael Nixon in informative and fun conversations about faith, culture, and Catholicism. New episodes are released weekly.
Episodes
25 Funny Things About Being A Catholic Priest
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, & Fr. Michael share 25 funny, surprising, and unexpected things about being a Catholic priest that most people never hear about.
00:00 25 Things Nobody Tells You About Priests01:26 Confessions at Parties02:21 Everyone Judges Your Homilies04:38 Priests Are Expected to Know Everything05:35 Being Available 24/707:18 Things Priests Wish They Di
6 Catholic Miracles Science Can't Explain (With Fr. Robert Spitzer)
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan are joined by Fr. Robert Spitzer to examine 6 Catholic miracles that science can't explain, including Eucharistic miracles, the Shroud of Turin, Our Lady of Guadalupe, Lourdes, Fátima, and near-death experiences.
00:00 Can Science Explain Catholic Miracles?
02:15 What Makes Something a Miracle?
05:44 Scientific Evidence for Near-Death Experien
Where Does Your Soul Go When You Die?
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, & Fr. Michael explore what The Church teaches happens when you die.
00:00 What Happens When You Die?
01:11 Why Catholics Should Think About Death
05:17 What Happens to Your Soul?
06:25 The Particular Judgment
11:57 Heaven, Hell, and Purgatory
17:36 What Is Heaven Really Like?
21:40 Does Time Exist in Heaven?
24:31 The Resurrection of
7 Things You Didn't Know About The Sign of The Cross
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, & Fr. Michael share the origins, meaning, and practice of the Sign of The Cross.
00:00 Introduction
01:12 Ancient Origins
02:28 Biblical Foundations
05:20 Meaning and Symbolism
08:00 How It Evolved
09:12 East vs. West
14:32 Spiritual Power
19:07 Everyday Practice
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Ranking The 40 Most Catholic Things Ever
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, and Fr. Michael create the ultimate Catholic tier list, ranking 40 of the most Catholic things ever from S-Tier to D-Tier. From incense, fish fries, and midnight Mass to parish bulletins, guitar Masses, the Swiss Guard, and more, they debate where each belongs and decide which Catholic things truly deserve the top spot.
00:00 The Ultimate Ca
Angels and Demons: The Truth, According to an Exorcist Trainer
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan is joined by demonologist and exorcist trainer Adam Blai to explore the reality of angels, demons, and exorcism. From the Church’s four signs of demonic possession to what actually happens during an exorcism, they discuss guardian angels, fallen angels, spiritual warfare, and Adam’s experience witnessing more than 2,000 exorcisms.
00:00 Angels, Dem
5 Ways To Help Kids Stay Catholic (With Fr. Josh Johnson)
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan is joined by Fr. Josh Johnson to discuss 5 ways parents can help prevent their children from leaving the Catholic faith. From building a personal relationship with Jesus to prayer, Scripture, and creating a truly Catholic home, they explore how parents can build a faith that lasts and discuss the new Bible in a Year: Family Edition.
Episode 377
How Powerful Is The Vatican Really? (With JD Flynn)
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan is joined by JD Flynn of The Pillar to explore how powerful the Vatican really is. From China and Pope Leo’s relationship with President Trump to the war in Gaza, they reveal how the Holy See influences world affairs through diplomacy and moral authority.
00:00 How Powerful Is the Vatican?
05:42 Why Does the World Listen to the Pope?
10:25 When Vat
The Rosary Can Save America. A Dominican Priest Explains Why...
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan and Fr. Joseph-Anthony Kress, O.P. make the case that the Rosary is the most powerful weapon available to Americans right now. From the upcoming Rosary Pilgrimage in Washington D.C. to the history of Mary's intercession in moments of national crisis, they explore why a Dominican priest believes the Rosary isn't just personal devotion — it's a call to
7 Things Catholics Argue About
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, and Kyle tackle some of the most divisive debates in the Catholic Church. From the Latin Mass and Charismatic Renewal to celebrity exorcists, LGBTQ ministries, and Catholic influencers, they weigh the good and the bad, cut through the tribalism, and ask whether these movements are ultimately helping or hurting the Church.
00:00 Intro
02:06
The Worst Christian Spiritual Advice
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, and Fr. Michael expose some of the worst spiritual advice Christians commonly give. From “God never gives you more than you can handle” to “it’s all part of God’s plan,” they break down popular Christian clichés, explain what Scripture and the Church actually teach, and reveal what we should be saying instead.
00:00 Bad Spiritual Advice Chr
7 Things Every Catholic Should Know About Guardian Angels
In this episode, Ryan, Ryan, and Fr. Michael explore seven fascinating truths every Catholic should know about guardian angels. From what Scripture and the Church actually teach to how angels protect, guide, and intercede for us, they separate fact from fiction and uncover the incredible role these heavenly companions play in the spiritual life.
00:00 Introduction
02:00 What Is a Guardian Angel?
Would Proof Of Alien Life Disprove Christianity?
In this episode, Ryan, Ryan, and Fr. Michael tackle one of the most provocative hypotheticals in modern science and faith, exploring what the discovery of proof of alien life would actually mean for Christianity, whether it would challenge everything Catholics believe, and how a Catholic priest responds to the question most people are afraid to ask. The answer is more surprising, more reasoned, an
The Only Catholic Priest In Gaza Tells His Story
In this episode, Ryan talks with Fr. Gabriel Romanelli, the only Catholic priest in Gaza, for a firsthand account of what it means to shepherd a flock through war. Fr. Romanelli shares what he witnessed when his church was bombed, what it was like to celebrate Mass while explosions sounded outside, and why he refused to leave. His faith, his people, and his witness will change how you think about
Every Major Marian Apparition... And What Mary Actually Revealed
In this episode, Ryan, Ryan, and Fr. Michael walk through every major Marian apparition approved by the Catholic Church from Guadalupe to Lourdes to Fatima and beyond — exploring what happened, who Mary appeared to, and what she revealed. The messages are more urgent, more specific, and more connected to each other than most Catholics realize.
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What Your Priest Actually Thinks About You...
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Fr. Michael share how priests actually view their parishioners and how it's probably not what you expect.
00:00 What Priests Really Think About Parishioners02:38 Do Priests Judge You for Your Sins?06:44 Do Priests Notice When You Miss Mass?09:29 Can Priests Tell When You’re Hurting?11:30 Late to Mass, Leaving Early, and Priest “Favorites”17:10 D
7 Craziest Events In Catholic History
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, & Fr. Michael some of the wildest events in Catholic Church history like The Cadaver Synod, The Great Castration, The Children's Crusade, and more.
00:00 Intro: The Craziest Moments in Church History
02:04 The Cadaver Synod
11:17 The Western Schism
17:17 The 3-Year Conclave
22:04 The 10-Minute Conclave
24:18 Saint Guinefort: The Dog Sa
10 Things All Catholics Do But Won't Admit
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, and Kyle sit down for an honest conversation about the things every Catholic does but will never admit — from parking lot rage after Mass to skipping the responsorial psalm response and hoping nobody noticed, and more.
00:00 Catholics Won't Admit This
02:05 Forgetting the Responses
03:25 Bringing Kids to Mass
06:36 Late for Church
08:14
7 Things Every Catholic Should Know About The Last Rites (Before It's Too Late!)
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Fr. Michael discuss the Catholic sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, commonly known as Last Rites, exploring what it is, when it should be received, and the powerful graces it offers to those facing serious illness, old age, or death.
00:00 - What Are Last Rites?
02:16 Last Rites vs. Anointing of the Sick
05:10 Who Should Receive It?
08:24 Bi
7 Things Catholics Should NEVER Do
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, & Fr. Michael discuss things that society accepts that Catholics should never do.
00:00 Intro
00:56 Casual Blasphemy
06:40 Reading Non-Catholic Bible Translations
11:44 Receiving Communion in Non-Catholic Churches
17:28 Sex Outside of Marriage
27:50 Contraception & IVF
37:44 Occult Practices
45:28 Superstitious Catholicism
50:52 Fin
It's Finally Happening! The Beatification of Fulton Sheen
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show the guys are joined by Bishop Bishop Louis Tylka of Peoria to explore the life, legacy, and upcoming beatification of Fulton Sheen.
00:00 Introduction to Fulton Sheen's Beatification
02:33 Bishop Tylka's Journey with Fulton Sheen
05:23 Fulton Sheen's Communication Skills and Values
08:46 Miracles and the Beatification Process
11:43 The Impact of Fulton She
All 37 Miracles Of Jesus Christ... And Their Hidden Meanings
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Fr. Michael explain all 37 miracles performed by Jesus Christ in the Gospels.
0:00 Intro
1:46 How Many Miracles Did Jesus Perform?
4:33 Miracles Over Nature
30:19 Healing Miracles
43:05 Exorcisms
47:31 Raising the Dead
56:38 Final Thoughts on the Miracles of Jesus
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10 Things You Didn't Know About The Catholic Mass
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, & Fr. Michael share things you may not have known about The Catholic Mass
00:00 Introduction to the Holy Mass
02:52 The Meaning Behind 'Mass' and Liturgy
05:19 Understanding the Bible Readings in Mass
10:51 The Role of the Priest in the Mass
13:48 The Eucharist: Not a Re-Crucifixion
18:28 The Timelessness of the Mass
23:13 The Divine
Trump Attacks Pope Leo & Israel Destroys Crucifix!
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss the recent attacks on Pope Leo by President Trump, The Israeli Military smashing a statue of Christ, and more.
00:00 Intro
01:15 Israeli Soldier Smashes Crucifix
05:30 War & Media Spin
10:45 Trump Attack Pope Leo
26:00 Trump as Jesus Meme
33:00 War Powers Issue
36:00 Call to Prayer
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The Hidden Reasons Behind The Catholic Revival
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan Scheel interviews Dr. Ryan Hanning from Catholics Come Home about the huge number of converts that joined the Catholic Church this Easter.
Episode #359:
00:00 Why Catholics Are Coming Home
02:53 The Role of Media in Faith Reconnection
05:49 Understanding the Hunger for God
08:31 The Digital Counter-Reformation
11:22 Meeting People Where They
5 Things You Didn't Know About The Eucharist
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, & Fr. Michael share things you may have not know about The Eucharist.
00:00 Introduction to the Eucharist
04:34 The Significance of the Eucharistic Host
09:15 Low Gluten Hosts and Their Importance
17:51 Understanding the Tabernacle
20:46 Disposing of the Eucharist
23:54 The Differences in Eucharistic Practices
28:32 The Obligation of R
What Is It Like Going To A Catholic Seminary?
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, & Fr. Michael share what happens during the seminary education process and how it forms future Catholic priests.
00:00 What Seminary Is Really Like
00:03:45 How the Church Forms Priests
00:05:20 Becoming a Man of Prayer & Discipline
00:07:15 The Seminary Journey (Stages & Timeline)
00:09:51 What You Study in Seminary
00:18:18 A Day in
Finding Catholicism In The Bible
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, & Fr. Michael share the Biblical verses and support for Catholic teachings and practices.
00:00 Introduction
02:54 The Role of the Pope
13:21 Confession and Forgiveness
22:17 Church Authority and Tradition
43:16 The Eucharist
52:15 Intercession of Saints
58:01 Purgatory
1:09:05 Relics and Their Significance
1:14:07 The Hail Mary and
Catholic Priest Answers The Web's Most Searched Questions
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan ask Fr. Michael the top 10 most searched questions about Catholic Priests.
00:00 Intro
01:42 Why Do Catholic Priests Wear Black?
02:49 Why Do Catholic Priests Wear A Collar?
08:40 Why Do Catholic Priests Wear Robes?
11:20 Why Can't Catholic Priests Get Married?
20:20 Do Catholic Priests Pay Taxes?
23:52 Can Catholic Priests Drink Alc
What Priests Actually Hear In Confession (Without Breaking The Seal)
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, and Fr. Michael share what priests actually hear during confession (without breaking the seal)
00:00 The Seal of Confession
05:05 What Do Priests Actually Hear in Confession?
10:31 Common Sins Confessed
20:55 The Transformative Power of Confession
28:11 The Nature of Sin and Forgiveness
32:52 Scrupulosity
36:42 Understanding Mortal an
Real or Fake? Saint Quotes Quiz!
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, quizzes Fr. Michael & Ryan on quotes from saints, popes, and the Bible to see if they can tell which are real and which are fake.
00:00 Introduction to the Game of Quotes
02:15 Quote #1
03:48 Quote #2
05:32 Quote #3
06:57 Quote #4
08:23 Quote #5
10:20 Quote #6
11:49 Quote #7
14:06 Quote #8
15:52 Quote #9
18:58 Quote #10
20:16 Quote #1
10 Forgotten Catholic Lent Traditions
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, and Fr. Michael dive into 10 lost Catholic Lent traditions that once shaped the Church’s penitential season—and why they’re worth reviving today.
00:00 Rediscovering Lent: Forgotten Traditions
02:51 The Evolution of Lenten Practices
05:34 The Hallelujah Burial
08:12 The Stripping of Altars and Veiling of Statues
11:17 Public Penitence
Celebrity "Catholic Influencers" On Hallow?
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan is joined by Alex Jones from Hallow to talk about Celebrity Catholic Influencers like Mark Wahlberg, Jonathan Roumie, Gwen Stefani, and others.
00:00 Introduction to Hallow and Its Mission
02:53 Innovative Partnerships with Celebrities
06:08 The Role of Influencers in Evangelization
09:09 Creating Content with Celebrities
12:12 Navigating Celebri
Seeking God & Beauty (With David Henrie)
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan is joined by Actor & Producer David Henrie to talk about finding God and his new series "Seeking Beauty"
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Tier Ranking Every Modern Pope
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan rank every pope in the modern era (1846-2025) from Pius IX to Leo XIV
00:00 Ranking the Modern Popes
02:57 Pope Paul VI
06:58 Pope Pius IX:
09:28 Pope John Paul I
12:15 Pope Benedict XV
14:45 Pope St. Pius X
17:44 Pope St. John XXIII
19:57 Pope Leo XIII
22:52 Pope Pius XI
25:35 Pope St. John Paul II
28:44 Pope Pius XII
34:04 Pope Benedict X
How To Choose Your Patron Saint
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, and Fr. Michael discuss choosing a patron saint and seeking their intercession.
00:00 Exploring Patron Saints
10:36 Understanding the Role of Saints
18:53 Finding Your Patron Saint
23:26 The Pursuit of Saints
30:20 Practical Steps to Choose a Saint
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The 6 Most Extreme Catholic Monks & Desert Fathers
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, and Fr. Michael explore the most extreme monastic saints in Church history, examining how silence, solitude, fasting, and radical withdrawal from the world shaped their pursuit of holiness—and what modern Catholics can still learn from them today.
00:00 The Essence of Spiritual Retreat and Monasticism
05:52 The Importance of Rest and Refle
12 Lost Catholic Christmas Traditions That Need To Come Back
Episode 346
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, and Fr. Michael dive into 12 lost Catholic Christmas traditions that once shaped the Church’s celebration of the Nativity—and why they’re worth reviving today.
00:00 Rediscovering Christmas Traditions
02:53 The Jesse Tree and Salvation History
05: 02 The O Antiphons
06:06 The Yule Log and Symbolism of Light
07:05 Carrying Th
The Crazy Superpowers of Catholic Saints
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, & Fr. Michael discuss the mystical and miraculous powers granted to Catholic Saints by God like Bilocation, Levitation, Soul Reading, Holy Luminosity, and more
00:00 Exploring the Extraordinary Powers of Saints
02:49 The Purpose of Spiritual Gifts
05:28 Levitation: The Lightness of the Spirit
11:08 Bilocation: Being in Two Places at Once
How Do Catholic Priests Pray?
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, the guys discuss the prayer life of Catholic Priests and what lay people can learn from them.
00:00 Understanding the Prayer Life of Priests
02:45 The Role of the Mass in Priest's Prayer
05:40 Liturgy of the Hours: A Priest's Daily Practice
08:24 The Power of the Liturgy of the Hours
10:59 Lectio Divina: A Personal Prayer Practice
14:04 The Import
The Amazing Conversion of Fr. Michael Nixon
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, the guys introduce Fr. Michael Nixon and discuss his powerful conversion and discernment to the Priesthood.
00:00 Introduction to Father Michael's Journey
02:46 From Hare Krishna to Catholic Priesthood
05:36 Family Conversion and Its Impact
08:15 The Role of Prayer and Spiritual Growth
10:54 Discerning the Call to Priesthood
13:36 Experiences in Semina
Jeff Cavins: Ex-Protestant Pastor Returns To Catholic Faith
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan is joined by Jeff Cavins to discuss how he came back to The Catholic Church and how he created The Bible Timeline
Episode 341:
In this episode, we will discuss:
• Why Jeff Cavins Left The Catholic Church
• Why He Returned To The Church
• How He Created The Great Adventure Bible Timeline
• and much more
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Exploring The Most Sacred Places On Earth
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan and Ryan explore the most sacred places in The Holy Land associated with Birth, Life, Crucifixion, and Resurrection of Jesus Christ
Episode 341:In this episode, we will discuss:• The EXACT Site of Christ's Birth• The Place Where Christ Performed His 1st Miracle• The Site Of The Sermon On The Mount• The Upper Room Where The Last Supper Happened• The
The Crusaders Were Heroes NOT Villains.
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan and Ryan are joined by J. Stephen Roberts from Real Crusades History & Austin Kelly, Producer of Knights of The Cross to discuss why The Crusades were justified, and why the crusaders were heroes, NOT villains.
Episode 340:
In this episode, we will discuss:
• How Muslim Aggression Impacted The Christendom
• Were the Crusaders just after money and
Mormon Teachings Are Weirder Than You Think.
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan and Ryan take a look at some of the more wild and questionable doctrines and claims of Joseph Smith and Mormonism.
Episode 339:
In this episode, we will discuss:
• Do Mormons Believe Jesus & Satan are brothers?
• The Questionable Background of Jospeh Smith
• The Controversy of The Book of Abraham
• Do Mormons Teach God had sex with The Virgin Mary
Exorcising Halloween w/ Charles Fraune
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan and Ryan are joined by Charles Fraune to discuss how Catholics can reclaim Halloween as a Christian holiday.
00:00 Reclaiming Halloween: A Catholic Perspective
01:37 The Historical Roots of Halloween
04:14 The Spiritual Significance of Halloween
09:07 The Role of Saints and Souls in Halloween
13:54 Cultural Misunderstandings and Misconceptions
History Has Lied About Catholics
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan and Ryan discuss the warped historical views of figure like Columbus, The Crusaders, Missionaries, and more.
Episode 337:
In this episode, we will discuss:
• Was Columbus a Hero or Villain?
• Were The Crusades Justified?
• The Black Legend Propaganda
• How History, Science, & Stats Can Be Manipulated
• and much more
00:00 Revisiting Historical
Should Catholics Start Worrying About Pope Leo?
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan and Ryan discuss recent actions by Pope Leo that have some Catholics worried about the direction of his pontificate.
Episode 336:
In this episode, we will discuss:
• What Should Catholics Actually Be Worried About?
• Why Was The Pope Blessing Ice?
• The Pope's Comments On A Pro-Abortion Senator
• How The Internet Is Distorting Reality For Catholics
The Dying Words of Pope, Saints, & Martyrs
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan and Ryan share and discuss the last words uttered by Pope, Saints, & Martyrs.
Episode 335:
In this episode, we will discuss:
• The Last 7 Last Words of Christ
• The Heroic Words of Martyrs Facing Death
• How Saints' Last Words Reflect Their Charism
• The Last Things Famous Popes Said
• and much more
00:00 Exploring Last Words of Saints
01:45 The
What Catholics Believe About The Eucharist With Fr. Gregory Pine
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan is joined by Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. to discuss what Catholics believe about the Eucharist.
Episode 334:
In this episode, we will discuss:
• Is The Eucharist JUST a symbol?
• How The Eucharist MAKES us Holy
• How To Develop a Eucharistic Identity
• Why The Modern World Needs The Eucharist
• and much more
00:00 Exploring the Eucharist: Source and
What Happens After Charlie Kirk?
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss where our society and the exchange of ideas stands after The Assassination of Charlie Kirk.
In this episode, we will discuss:
• The Legacy of Charlie Kirk
• Is There Any Hope For Dialogue?
• How The Internet Radicalized The Assassin
• The Culture of Victimization Vs. The Divine Victim
• and much more
00:00 The Assassination of
The Power Of The Rosary With Gabriel Castillo
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan is joined by Gabriel Castillo to talk about the grace and power of The Holy Rosary and how it can transform your life.
00:00 The Power of the Rosary: An Introduction
01:25 The Role of the Rosary in Spiritual Life
09:24 Overcoming Misconceptions about Mary
10:38 Personal Testimonies and Transformations through the Rosary
20:51 The Challenge of
The Pope & The Führer: The Secret Vatican Files with Michael Knowles
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan are joined by Michael Knowles from The Daily Wire to explore the truth about Pope Pius XII's actions during WWII and how he helped to save hundreds of thousands of Jewish lives.
Episode 331:
In this episode, we will discuss:
• How Did Pius XII's get falsly accused of being "Hitler's Pope"?
• How The KGB used propaganda against the Church
Catholicism Is Winning.
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss the trend of people, especially young people, returning to faith and rejecting against modern culture.
Episode 330:
In this episode, we will discuss:
• What Are The Current Trends And Stats Showing?
• How Faith In God Has Quadrupled In Some Areas
• Why The Church Always Outlives Every Age
• Why Are People Hungry For God?
• Wh
Understanding The Sacraments With Fr. Chris Alar
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan are joined by Fr. Chris Alar to discuss The 7 Sacraments of The Catholic Church and how to better understand them and receive their graces.
00:00 Introduction to the Sacraments
02:15 The Importance of Sacraments
05:30 Understanding the Sacraments
10:45 Sacraments of Initiation
18:00 Sacraments of Healing
24:30 Sacraments of Service
30
How To Read The Bible with Dr. Scott Hahn
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan are joined by Dr. Scott Hahn to discuss how read scripture, how it helped him convert, and how it leads to The Catholic faith.
Episode 328:
In this episode, we will discuss:
• How reading scripture Dr. Hahn's inspired his conversion
• Bible reading methods include pious, historical criticism, and covenantal.
• How Tradition helps fully de
The Vatican Is Involved In A Lot Of Crazy Things...
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss functions of The Holy See that may surprise you.
00:00 Introduction to the Vatican's Hidden Operations
02:18 Cybersecurity and Diplomatic Negotiations
05:18 The Vatican's Role in Global Peacekeeping
07:53 Scientific Endeavors: The Vatican Observatory
10:31 Security Measures: Protecting the Pope and the Vatican
13:31 The Vatican
Greece Pilgrimage: In The Footsteps of Mary, Saint Paul, & Saint John
Join Ryan DellaCrosse and Ryan Scheel from The Catholic Talk Show for an unforgettable pilgrimage and Mediterranean cruise through Greece and Turkey, exploring the cradle of Christianity.
Marian Pilgrimage To Greece & Turkey - Sept. 25 - Oct. 5, 2025
Register For The Pilgrimage Here: https://bit.ly/CTSGreecePilgrimage
Walk in the footsteps of the Apostles as you visit breathtaking and sacre
Pope Leo Is Kind Of "Boring"... (And Why That's A Good Thing."
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss the perception that Pope Leo hasn't been that exciting and why it's exactly what the Church needs.
00:00 The Need for a Boring Pope
06:08 Pope Leo's Stability and Quiet Leadership
12:12 The Role of Media in Papal Perception
18:20 The Importance of Stability in a Changing World
24:09 Looking Ahead: The Future of the Papacy
30:17
SHOCKING Anti-Catholic Eucharistic Desecration in New Apple TV Show
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss the WILDLY Anti-Catholic episode of "Your Friends & Neighbors" released by Apple TV where the main characters break into a Catholic Church, remove the consecrated Eucharist from the Tabernacle, and desecrate it by "snacking" on it, and even dip it in jam.
00:00 Anti-Catholicism in Entertainment
06:56 The Impact of Mockery on Faith
Face of Jesus On Appears Host: Vatican Approves New Eucharistic Miracle
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss a recently approved Eucharistic miracle where the image of Christ appeared on a host that occurred in 2013 in Vilakkannur, India.
00:00 Introduction to the Eucharistic Miracle
03:01 The Significance of the Miracle
05:57 Investigating the Miracle
09:00 Unity in the Church
11:52 The Role of the Eucharist in Faith
15:05 The Impor
Pope Leo XIV: The American Pope
In this episode of the Catholic Talk Show, Ryan is joined by Dr. Matthew Bunsen to discuss his new book on Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope. He shares insights from his experience covering the recent Conclave, the election of Cardinal Prevost, and the unique aspects of Leo's background and upbringing.
00:00 Introduction to Dr. Matthew Bunsen and Pope Leo XIV
01:54 Covering the Conclave:
10 Things Pope Leo XIV Should Do As Pope
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Thaddeus come up with some ideas and suggestions of things Pope Leo XIV can do and accomplish during his pontificate.
00:00 Papal Inauguration and Initial Reactions
03:02 Addressing Traditionalism and the Latin Mass
06:07 Potential Solutions for Church Unity
09:07 Reviving Private Masses in St. Peter's
12:00 Reconciliation with the Orthodox
10 Things To Know About Pope Leo XIV
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan get to know Pope Leo XIV, look at his upbringing and background, and explore what kind of Pope he may be.
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The 12 Tricks Of The Antichrist To Destroy Religion
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss Ven. Fulton Sheen's sermon on the 12 Tricks The Antichrist would use to destroy Christianity
Episode 320:
In this episode, we will discuss:
• What Ven. Fulton Sheen foresaw almost 80 years ago
• Why The Antichrist will talk highly of Christ
• Why The Antichrist will seem to be good
• How many of these tricks are in seen in today's wo
Satanic Mass In Kansas: Catholics Fight Back!
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss the attempted Satanic Mass and desecration of The Eucharist at the Kansas Capitol Building and how Catholics fought back.
Episode 319:
In this episode, we will discuss:
• What happened in Kansas
• The Lawsuit filed by the Bishop
• The brave man who saved the Eucharist
• The Act of Reparation For Blasphemy
• and much more
10:10 Legal
My Wife Has Terminal Cancer: Here's How We're Praying
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss The Surrender Novena and Prayer during the hardest times in life.
00:00 Introduction to the Surrender Novena
05:07 The Power of Surrender in Difficult Times
09:50 Personal Stories of Faith and Surrender
15:10 Understanding the Surrender Novena
19:48 The Essence of Surrendering to God
24:55 Who Needs God?
27:49 Comfort vs. Spiritual Ne
The 12 Apostles of Jesus: How They Died & Where They Are Buried
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss what happened to the 12 Apostles after the Resurrection, including where they traveled, how they died, and where they are buried today.
Episode 317:
In this episode, we will discuss:
• Where Did Each Apostle Go To Preach?
• The Excruciating Martyrdoms They Endured
• The Only Apostles Do Die Of Natural Causes?
• What Happened to Judas
Petrus Romanus: The Prophecy Of The Last Pope
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss Saint Malachy's prophecies about the last Pope "Petrus Romanus" and other predictions about the final pope.
00:00 The Prophecy of the Last Pope
02:57 Understanding Prophecy in Catholicism
05:52 Exploring St. Malachy's Prophecy
09:04 Skepticism Around Prophetic Validity
12:03 The Role of Historical Context
14:58 The Future of the Papac
7 Essential Prayers For Lent
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan are joined by Alex Jones, CEO of Hallow, to discuss prayers and devotions for Lent.
00:00 Introduction to Lent and Prayer
02:33 Reflections on Last Year's Lent Experience
05:11 The Power of St. Josemaria Escriva's Wisdom
08:19 The Surge in Prayer During Lent
09:47 Incorporating the Stations of the Cross
14:13 Embracing Suffering and the Cross
Choosing The Next Pope (With Monsignor Smith)
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan are joined by Monsignor K.B. Smith who has participated in a Papal Conclave to talk about what happens when a pope dies and how the Church elects the successor of Peter.
Episode 314:
In this episode, we will discuss:
• An Insider's View of Papal Conclaves
• How Long After A Pope Dies Will A Conclave Happen?
• How Does The Voting In A Conclav
Pope Francis Vs. Trump Over Immigration (With Dr. Taylor Marshall)
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan are joined by Dr. Taylor Marshall to discuss Catholic teaching on immigration and the ongoing debate between The Vatican & The Trump Administration on the issue.
00:00 Pope Francis and Immigration: An Overview
03:07 Theological Perspectives on Immigration
06:00 Distinguishing Immigrants from Refugees
08:51 Catholic Teaching on Immigration and
Overcoming Sin With Fr. Josh Johnson
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan are joined by Fr. Josh Johnson to discuss practical tips to overcoming the habitual sins in your life.
Episode 312:
In this episode, we will discuss:
• What each of the seven deadly sins are
• How to identify if one struggles with a type of sin
• How to strengthen the fight against sin through prayer
• Reflection questions to help readers un
The Agrapha: The Lost Sayings Of Jesus?
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan explore the unwritten and lost sayings of Jesus know as the Agrapha (ἄγραφον) and whether or not they are the authentic words of Christ.
Episode 311:
In this episode, we will discuss:
• What Are The Argapha, Or Unwritten Words Of Jesus?
• How Do We Know About These Unrecorded Words?
• How Authentic Are These Unrecorded Sayings?
• What Sources
LIVE Q&A: Answering Your Questions on Catholicism #10
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan answer all your questions live! They give updates on Fr. Pagano, health challenges faced by loved ones and the importance of community support. They delve into topics such as the Doctors of the Church, immigration laws, and the complexities surrounding them. The conversation also touches on the significance of confession, the role of affirmati
2025 Jubilee Year: Biblical Roots & Indulgences (W/ Dr. John Bergsma)
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan are joined by Dr. John Bergsma to explore the Biblical roots of The Jubilee Year, the Indulgences you can gain, and much more.
Episode 309:
In this episode, we will discuss:
• What Is A Jubilee Year?
• The Ancient Jewish Roots of Jubilee Years
• Why Did The Pope Open "Holy Doors"?
• How Many Indulgences Can You Get This Year?
• Why Does A Jub
Is Being A Christian Too Hard?
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan are joined by Jamie Baxter, Founder & CEO of Exodus 90 to talk about if Christianity is too hard and puts too many burdens on people.
00:00 Introduction
02:57 The Role of Comfort in Modern Life
05:48 Loneliness and Community in Faith
09:14 The Importance of Commitment to Faith
12:13 Fraternity and Shared Struggles
15:09 Identity and the Call
How A Catholic Priest Lost 100 Pounds In A Year!
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan is joined by Fr. Sam Medley, SOLT to discuss how he lost 100 pounds in a year using simple diet and exercise methods combined with spiritual principles.
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Preparing For The Rosary In A Year Podcast
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan are joined by Fr. Mark-Mary Ames, CFR to discuss the upcoming Rosary In A Year Podcast from and how The Rosary can change your life.
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The Shocking Decline in The Amount of Catholic Priests
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, & Fr. Matt discuss the decline in the number of Catholic Priest and what to do about it.
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