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Catholic Answers 32 Episodes Jul 23, 2026

Dr. Karlo is a video podcast that helps Catholics confidently understand, explain, and defend their faith through thoughtful, charitable answers grounded in Scripture, theology, and philosophy.

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#037 James on Abraham’s Justification—Are Catholics Missing the Whole Point? - Karlo Broussard Jul 23, 2026 Do Catholics misread James 2:24 when it says we’re “justified by works and not by faith alone”? In this episode, Karlo Broussard examines arguments from R. C. Sproul and show why James’s teaching about Abraham actually fits the Catholic understanding of justification.

#036 The Hidden Enemy of Science - Karlo Broussard Jul 16, 2026 Could a worldview that praises science actually destroy the foundations of science? In this episode, Karlo Broussard explains why scientism—the belief that science is the only source of real knowledge—ends up undermining rational inquiry, the human mind, and even science itself.

#035 Tradition and Scripture: Meeting the “Identity” Challenge - Karlo Broussard Jul 8, 2026 Karlo Broussard argues that the New Testament presents divine revelation as both Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition, undermining the claim that all apostolic teaching was later preserved in Scripture alone.

#034 Yet Another Abomination in the Catholic Mass? - Karlo Broussard Jul 2, 2026 This episode examines whether the Catholic Mass’s use of wine is contrary to the Bible and explains why Christians need not view drinking wine as an abomination.

#033 Did Jesus Really Give Sight to the Blind? - Karlo Broussard Jun 24, 2026 This episode examines whether Jesus’ reported healings of the blind are historically reliable evidence that he was the promised Messiah and Son of God.

#032 THIS Argument Proves Sola Scriptura False - Karlo Broussard Jun 17, 2026 This episode examines whether Christ established an infallible teaching authority beyond the apostles, challenging the doctrine of sola scriptura through Scripture and early Church evidence.

#030 Does Scripture Alone Really Suffice? Responding to Wes Huff’s Argument - Karlo Broussard Jun 3, 2026 Wes Huff recently argued that Scripture is sufficient because it alone is the “speech of God.” In this episode, Karlo examines his argument step-by-step and explain why it ultimately fails.

#29 Is Religious Belief a Cop Out? Debunking the ‘Thinking is Hard’ Claim - Karlo Broussard May 27, 2026 Is religious belief really just a “cop-out” for people who don’t want to think? In this episode, I respond to the popular atheist slogan “Religion… because thinking is hard” by exploring what belief actually is and that Christian belief does involve careful, hard intellectual work.

#28 Why a Bible Christian Should Believe Mary as Mother of God - Karlo Broussard May 20, 2026 Is calling Mary the Mother of God biblical? This episode explores key passages like Luke 1:43 and Galatians 4:4, along with early Christian testimony and even Reformers like Martin Luther and John Calvin, to show why this ancient title flows directly from Scripture and historic Christian belief. TRANSCRIPT: The Council of Ephesus in A.D. 431 declared Mary to be the Theotokos—the God-bearer. In oth

#027 Evangelization, the Papacy, and My Journey of Faith (Interview) - Karlo Broussard May 18, 2026 In this episode of Dr. Karlo, Karlo Broussard reflects on his journey from Cajun musician to Catholic apologist while discussing evangelization, the papacy, Protestantism, philosophy, and the intellectual coherence of the Catholic faith.

#026 “Invoking the Saints Leads to Abuse and Gospel Violations”—Is this a Reason to Give It Up? - Karlo Broussard May 13, 2026 In this episode, Karlo Broussard responds to Gavin Ortlund by defending Marian prayer and the Catholic practice of invoking the saints.

#025 Chance or Design? The Truth Behind Evolution - Karlo Broussard May 6, 2026 In this episode, Karlo Broussard responds to thinkers like Richard Dawkins and Christopher Hitchens, challenging the claim that evolution’s randomness eliminates the need for God by showing that chance actually presupposes an underlying order or design. Drawing on classical philosophy and Thomas Aquinas, I argue that evolutionary processes can fit within divine providence, rather than undermine it

#024 The Sight of Men or God? What James Meant by Justification - Karlo Broussard Apr 29, 2026 Is James 2:24 about being justified before God—or just in the sight of others? In this episode, I break down key Protestant objections and show why James’s teaching on faith and works points to a real, grace-enabled justification before God, not mere human vindication.

#023 Does the Bible Teach Baptism Saves? - Karlo Broussard Apr 27, 2026 Dr. Karlo features a crossover conversation unpacking the biblical case for baptism’s role in salvation, responding to common objections and highlighting its connection to forgiveness, new life, and union with Christ.

#022 Jesus the Miracle Worker—History or Legend? - Karlo Broussard Apr 22, 2026 Are the Gospel accounts of Jesus’ miracles reliable history—or later legend? In this video, we explore ancient sources, skeptical critics, and historical criteria to uncover whether Jesus’ reputation as a miracle worker stands up to serious scrutiny.

#021 Is the Mass the Same Sacrifice as Calvary? A Response to James White - Karlo Broussard Apr 19, 2026 Does James White’s appeal to Hebrews 10:14 really disprove the Catholic claim that the Mass is the same sacrifice as Calvary? In this episode, Karlo Broussard breaks down his argument and show how shifting definitions of “perfection” actually undermine his case and reveal a deeper harmony between Scripture and the Catholic understanding of the Mass.

#020 Vain Repetition? The Truth About the Rosary! - Karlo Broussard Apr 8, 2026 Does the Rosary violate Jesus’ warning against “vain repetition”? Karlo explores how the Rosary, rightly understood, draws us deeper into meditation on the life of Christ.

#019 “Is Purgatory the ‘Ultimate Insult’ to Jesus’ Death on the Cross?” - Karlo Broussard Apr 7, 2026 If Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross is fully sufficient, does purgatory contradict it—or reveal how its power is applied? In this episode, Karlo Broussard breaks down the “ultimate insult” objection and show how Scripture and theology point to purgatory as participation in Christ’s work, not a denial of it.

#018 Does the Bible Reject the Use of Philosophy? - Karlo Broussard Mar 25, 2026 Karlo Broussard explains how Paul the Apostle in 1 Corinthians critiques worldly “wisdom,” not philosophy itself, drawing on Thomas Aquinas to show that reason rightly used can still lead to God.

#017 Sacred Tradition—Overstepping Boundaries? - Karlo Broussard Mar 18, 2026 Does 1 Corinthians 4:6—“Do not go beyond what is written”—undermine the Catholic appeal to Sacred Tradition? In this episode, I show why the context of Paul's writings and the broader New Testament actually point the other way, revealing that apostolic teaching was handed on both in writing and by word of mouth.

#015 Bald Heads, Big Questions: Baptism, the Canon, and Sola Scriptura - Karlo Broussard Mar 16, 2026 In this bonus episode, Dr. Karlo and William discuss Catholic apologetics topics like the biblical canon, sola scriptura, baptismal regeneration, and infant baptism while also highlighting Karlo’s new ministry projects and taking audience questions.

#014 Peter, a Regular Ole “Pillar”? - Karlo Broussard Mar 11, 2026 Some Protestants argue that Paul’s letter to the Galatians shows Peter was just one leader among many—not the first pope. In this episode, I explain why Galatians 2:6 and 2:9 don’t undermine Peter’s unique role and actually make good sense within the broader biblical case for the papacy.

#013 Religion: A Betrayal of the Intellect? - Karlo Broussard Mar 5, 2026 Is religious belief a betrayal of the intellect because it isn’t scientific or because it’s “faith without evidence”? In this episode, I examine challenges from thinkers like Richard Dawkins, Lawrence Krauss, and Stephen Hawking, and argue that scientism refutes itself and that Christian faith is rooted in evidence—not blind belief.

#012 If Jesus Paid it All, Why Do Penance? - Karlo Broussard Feb 25, 2026 If Jesus “paid it all” on the Cross, why would Christians need to do penance—especially during Lent? In this episode, we unpack the common objection, walk through St. Thomas Aquinas’s explanation of participation in Christ’s Passion, and look at Colossians 1:24 to show why penance doesn’t undermine the sufficiency of the Cross—but actually flows from it.

#011 God Talk: Reason, Arguments for God, and the Problem of Evil - Karlo Broussard Feb 23, 2026 In this episode of the Dr. Karlo podcast, we explore arguments for God’s existence, the problem of evil, divine simplicity, hell, providence, and the role of miracles in Christian apologetics.

#009 Where Catholics Go Wrong on Justification - Karlo Broussard Feb 16, 2026 Dr. Karlo Broussard discusses where Catholics often misstep when debating justification with Protestants—especially by muddying stages, terms, and the grace–works relationship—and how clearer biblical and Tridentine framing leads to more fruitful dialogue.

#008 The Argument for Sola Scriptura that’s Fallacious - Karlo Broussard Feb 13, 2026 In this episode, Dr. Karlo critiques a popular Protestant argument for Sola Scriptura, showing that its appeal to biblical inspiration commits a logical fallacy by wrongly assuming that only inspired authorities can be infallible.

#007 Was I Wrong About the Assurance of Heaven? - Karlo Broussard Feb 9, 2026 In this episode, Dr. Karlo Broussard refutes four counterarguments, showing they fail to undermine his interpretation of 1 John 5:13 or support the doctrine of eternal security.

#006 Is Religion Just for the Ignorant? The Answer Might Surprise You - Karlo Broussard Feb 4, 2026 Dr. Karlo Broussard challenges the idea that religion is for the uneducated by showing how data, expertise, and great thinkers reveal faith and reason as allies, not enemies.

#005 Where Catholics Go Wrong in Critiquing Sola Scriptura - Karlo Broussard Feb 2, 2026 In this episode, Dr. Karlo Broussard chats with Adrian Lawson from Sips with Serra about where Catholics go wrong when critiquing Sola Scriptura.

#004 What John Really Teaches About the Assurance of Heaven - Karlo Broussard Jan 29, 2026 Karlo Broussard examines 1 John 5:13 and argues that the apostle John teaches confident hope in salvation grounded in persevering faith and love—not an absolute, once-and-for-all assurance of heaven.

#003 They STILL Want Me to Stop Apologetics - Karlo Broussard Jan 26, 2026 Dr. Karlo Broussard answers critics by explaining why occasional failure or poor practice doesn’t justify giving up apologetics, while emphasizing the need to do it well and charitably.

#002 Thou Shalt Not Kill the Innocent? Intuition Isn’t Sufficient Anymore - Karlo Broussard Jan 22, 2026 Dr. Karlo defends the claim that abortion is immoral by arguing that deliberately killing an innocent human being violates objective moral principles.

#001 Should We Ditch Apologetics? Jan 15, 2026 Dr. Karlo argues that apologetics should not be abandoned, because reasoned arguments—alongside love and prayer—remain essential for defending the faith, leading people to truth, and helping others share fully in the spiritual goods of the Catholic Church.

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