Ignatius Press Podcast
Weekly podcast from Ignatius Press, a Catholic publisher. Hosts conversations with their authors to give a behind-the-scenes look at their books. Uncover the riches of the Catholic faith and integrate the Gospel into daily life. Offers listeners insight into Catholic teaching and culture through author interviews.
Episodes
St. Carlo Acutis's Five Steps to Become a Saint
Today is the feast day of Saint Carlo Acutis, the youth who became a saint through his love for Christ in the Eucharist.
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We are honored to be joined by Msgr. Anthony Figueiredo to talk about the great saint Carlo Acutis. Msgr. Figueiredo is t
A Catholic Approach to Abortion, Transgenderism, and Other Matters of Conscience w/ Dr. Christopher Kaczor
While not always easy, discussions about abortion, transgenderism, and other hot button issues are extremely important, and today Dr. Kaczor provides a Catholic approach to these topics.
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Dr. Christopher Kaczor is the president of the Am
Henri de Lubac on Vatican II’s Dei Verbum w/ Dr. David Grumett
Dei Verbum is one of the most famous and pivotal works of Vatican II and thanks to the newly translated Divine Revelation, English speakers can now read Henri de Lubac’s commentary on this Constitution on Divine Revelation.
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Blessed Fulton Sheen: Who Was the Man Behind the TV Screen? w/ Dr. Cheryl Hughes
This Thursday, Archbishop Fulton Sheen will be beatified so we are joined by Dr. Cheryl Hughes, a Sheen scholar, to talk about his life and work.
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A Personal Account of Meeting Blessed Fulton Sheen w/ Fr. Dennis Brown
Fr. Dennis Brown was just a young man when he reached out to Blessed Fulton Sheen, and instead of ignoring him, the archbishop invited the future priest into his apartment to pray with him and offer words of advice.
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Ben Eriksen sits down with his friend Fr. Dennis Brown to talk about his personal correspon
Receiving God’s Mercy After Performing Abortions w/ Dr. Bruchalski
Dr. Bruchalski is an ex-abortionist, but more than, that he is a son of God the Father, and he joins us today to talk about sin, God’s mercy, and the future of the pro-life movement.
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A repeat visitor to the Ignatius Press Podcast, Dr. Bruc
St. Augustine’s Recently Discovered Homilies Highlight Why Everyone Must Read Him w/ Mike Aquilina
This year, two of St. Augustine’s homilies were discovered, and while the details have not yet been publicly shared, Mike Aquilina argues that they highlight the unique Augustine moment that the Church is currently experiencing.
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When Will There Be Another Ecumenical Council? w/ Paul Senz
The Catholic Church has a lot of different types of meetings from Church council meetings to nationwide assemblies. But today Paul Senz will discuss the biggest and most important type of councils—ecumenical councils.
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What Should Sacred Music Sound Like at Mass? w/ Fr. Elias Guadalupe Ford
Currently, we are seeing a resurgence of traditional hymns and chant within the Church, and so today Fr. Elias joins us to talk about sacred music in the liturgy of the Mass.
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Fr. Elias Guadalupe Ford is the editor of the Ignatius Press Pew Missal which is an annual subscription-bas
Trent Horn Responds to Common Protestant Objections to Catholicism
Trent Horn joins us to provide Catholic answers to many common Protestant objections to the Catholic faith.
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A well-known apologist, Trent Horn discusses his well-researched and articulate book “The Case for Cat
Kolbe Academy: 40 Years of Homeschooling Experience w/ Mary Rowles
Today about 6% of all children and teens are homeschooled, and Kolbe Academy has been at the forefront of this trend for 40 years.
Learn more about Kolbe Academy Here: www.kolbe.org
Mary Rowles is the executive director of Kolbe Academy and today she joins Andrew Petiprin to discuss the history of homeschooling in America and the benefits of this education. She addresses many of the common cri
A Masterpiece or Epic Flop? Fr. Augustine Wetta Reviews Nolan’s The Odyssey
There has been a lot of commentary about Chrispher Nolan’s The Odyssey, but few of these commentators have thought as much about Odysseus as today’s guest—Fr. Augustine Wetta.
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Fr. Wetta believes that The Odyssey is an “brilliant masterp
YOUCAT Love and the Struggles of Dating in 2026 w/ Emily Dinneny
Good spiritual advice is hard to come by, but YOUCAT Love Forever makes a lot of it available for young adults who are dating or searching for a spouse.
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Emily Dinneny is a digital marketer at Catholic Answers as well as a recent convert to Catholicism.
America on Trial: Responding to Criticisms of the American Founding w/ Dr. Robert Reilly
Was America’s founding really great? Were our founders truly exceptional or was our project simply an outgrowth of the Enlightenment? In today’s episode Dr. Robert Reilly weighs in on these questions.
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Dr. Robert Reilly is the celebrated author of “America on Trial”
Fr. Fessio Remembers the Last Third of America’s History
Fr. Fessio was born just months before the bombing of Pearl Harbor and today he reflects on the last third of America’s history.
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As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, Thomas Jacobi sits down with Fr. Fessio to talk about his memories of WWII and the history
The Forgotten History of Catholics in America w/ Dr. Christopher Shannon
As the United States approaches it’s 250th celebration of its founding, we reflect on the history of Catholics in America.
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From the original conquistadors and missionaries to the persecution of Catholics in the 20th century, the history of Catholicism in America is
Should We Use AI w/ Mariele Courtois
Pope Leo XIV first encyclical “Magnifica Humanitas” has changed the conversation around artificial intelligence and today we begin to discuss some of its practical implication.
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Mariele Courtois is a college professor at Benedictine college and part of the Vatican Dicastery
Men, YOU are the First Line of Defense w/ Doug Barry and Daniel O'Connor
“As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another” (Proverbs 27:17).
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Many are aware of today’s “crisis of masculinity,” and so we are grateful to be joined by Doug Barry and Daniel O’Connor to discuss how men can become spiritually and physical
The Joys and Struggles of Raising Catholic Children w/ Sia Hoyt
The vocation of motherhood feels never ending, but Sia Hoyt’s work on the book “Soul Garden” will hopefully give you renewed strength and grace.
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Today Rose Trabbic is joined by Sia Hoyt—one of the con
Finding True Love with YOUCAT Love Forever
YOUCAT Love is a must have for every person 18 years and older because it actually answers your moral and practical questions about not just sex and marriage, but also friendship, dating, and engagement.
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Today, Ben Eriksen is joined by Thomas Jacobi, editor at Ignatius Press, and Alexand
Special Report: Fr. Fessio and Mark Brumley Discuss Pope Leo XIV’s Encyclical Magnifica Humanitas
This week Pope Leo XIV released his first encyclical “Magnifica Humanitas”—Magnificent Humanity—and today, Fr. Fessio and Mark Brumley sit down to give their initial thoughts on this encyclical.
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In this highly anticipated encyclical, Pope Leo discusses Catholic social tea
The Sacred Heart Movie is a Must-See Docudrama in Theaters June 9, 11, and 14
Watch in Theaters Near You June, 9, 11, and 14!
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Join Andrew Petiprin as he sits down with the directors of “The Sacred Heart”—an international film now coming to US theaters. Steven and Sabrina Gunnell not only discuss the inspiration behind this movie, but the miraculous ev
The Massacre and Wedding of Magdeburg
This book is a true classic of Western Literature and a must read for those who want to deepen their spiritual life.
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The Battle of Magdeburg was a real historical event where Protestants and Catholics fought over the city of Magdeburg. This battle was foug
What Really Happened at Fatima w/ Paul Senz
On May 13, 1917, Mary first appeared to three shepherd children—Lúcia, Francisco, and Jacinta—with a message of hope and warning. These miraculous events and prophetic warnings continue to be a source of curiosity and even controversy today.
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Building a Household Where People Matter w/ Dr. Cuddeback
Today there are very few intentional households, but Dr. Cuddeback reveals the principles to help us return to a life where the family is the center of daily life and relationships thrive through shared work and leisure.
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In today’s episode, Dr. Joh
What Pope Benedict XVI Said Privately w/ Fr. Fessio
After his resignation in 2013, Pope Benedict led a largely private life, but today many of private homilies from this time have been made public in “The Lord Leads Us by the Hand.”
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In today’s episode, Fr. Fessio recalls the wisdom of Pope Benedict XVI. He remembers goi
Henri de Lubac Predicted the Rise of Constructive Atheism w/ Fr. Cajetan Cuddy
Traditional Thomists are normally unfriendly to Henri De Lubac, but today’s guest, Fr. Cajetan Cuddy points out that Thomists are very indebted to De Lubac and should join him on the battlefield.
Fr. Cajetan Cuddy is a Dominican priest, scholar, and Youtuber who recently presented at the De Lubac conference hosted by the John Paul II Institute on Marriage and the Family. He joins us today to tal
Shahbaz Bhatti: A Modern Day Martyr Nobody Knows About
Shahbaz Bhatti is not a well-known figure in America, but hopefully the graphic novel “Blood and Water” will change that because he is truly an inspirational hero of the faith and religious freedom.
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On March 2, 2011, Shahbaz
What America Needs Today w/ Dr. Harmon and Mark Brumley
As America reaches its 250th year, Dr. Harmon and Mark Brumley consider the importance of civics education and great books programs to bolster the future of the country.
Dr. Thomas Harmon teaches at the University of St. Thomas, and he joins Mark Brumley to talk about the recent endowment given to the university to establish a new initiative aimed at developing good Catholic citizens. This initi
Jon Voight on Portraying Pope Saint John Paul II
Jon Voight joins the Ignatius Press podcast to discuss what it was like to portray arguably the most influential man of the 20th century—Pope St. John Paul II.
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The Annunciation in Middle Earth w/ Joseph Pearce
Today we honor Mary and celebrate one of the best works of literature—Tolkien’s “The Lord of the Rings.”
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March 25th marks the feast of the Annunciation when the Angel Gabriel appeared to Mary. But this date also marks the destruction of the one ring in Tolkien’
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Dr. Peter Kreeft: All Suffering Has Meaning
Dr. Peter Kreeft believes that the best argument against God’s existence is the problem of pain, and in today’s episode he provides spiritual insights into this mystery.
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Suffering afflicts us all; whether you are su
Being a Catholic Doctor in the 21st Century w/ Dr. Robert Collins
Learn how God’s grace is always active in both patients and doctors by reading Dr. Collin’s new book “You Visited Me” https://ignatius.com/you-visited-me-yvmp/?searchid=0&search_query=you+visited+me
Dr. Robert Collins is a leading oncologist who joins Andrew Petiprin today to talk about his experiences as a Catholic doctor in a major modern medical center. He tells stories about patients wh
Hans Urs von Balthasar on Priestly Life and Discernment w/ Dr. Jonathan Ciraulo
Are you a priest or discerning a vocation to the priesthood or know somebody who is discerning? Then this is the book for you—“Distributed Like Bread” (pre-order for release at 3.2.26) https://ignatius.com/distributed-like-bread-dlbp/?searchid=0&search_query=distributed
Hans Urs von Balthasar is well known for his great contributions to theology, but few know of his practical thoughts on pries
A Second Conversion w/ Fr. Donald Haggerty
This Lent seek the face of God to bring about a second conversion.
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In today’s episode, Fr. Haggerty talks with Andrew Petiprin about the importance of continual conversion. They recognize that it is often easy for Christians to get in certain habits and become comf
More Catholics Need to Know About Lourdes and St. Bernadette
On February 11th, we celebrate the feast day of Our Lady of Lourdes and what better way to celebrate than to pray and watch the official movie of St. Bernadette: https://ignatius.com/bernadette-ber2m/
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Catholics Need to Talk About Salvation MORE w/ Dr. Michael Barber
Are you saved? Dr. Barber explains that salvation is not just a future event.
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In today’s episode, Dr. Barber and Ben Eriksen discuss salvation—the reason Christ became man, died, and rose from the dead. Despite the centrality of salvation, Dr. Barber claims that Catholics don’t talk about salvation
Reclaim the Classics from the Woke w/ Joseph Pearce
Rediscover the literature classics with the Ignatius Press Critical editions.
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Sadly, many classical works of literature are poorly made and tainted with woke ideology in the introduction, footnotes, and explainers that distort the text itself. Thankfully, the Ignatius Press Critica
Who Influenced Aquinas’ Understanding of the Natural Law?
Aquinas is the great synthesizer of the natural law, but who exactly is he drawing from? Today, Dr. Randall Smith joins Ben Eriksen to discuss the various philosophers and theologians who influenced Aquinas’ thought. Dr. Smith argues that Aristotle did not greatly influence Aquinas' conception of the natural law; instead, he believes that Cicero, Maimonides, and Philo of Alexandria were more pivot
Abortion Pill Reversal w/ Dr. Delgado
Learn about the revolutionary process whereby the abortion pill can be reversed.
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Despite the overturning of Roe vs. Wade, abortions are still rising, and many are using abortion pills. But for t
Guidelines for Sacred Music at Mass w/ Peter Carter
If Liturgy is God’s gift to man, then sacred music should immerse us in the atmosphere of Heaven.
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Cardinal Robert Sarah was the prefect of the congregation for divine worship from 2014 until 2021, and he has now published a new book "Song of the Lamb" which outlines his thoughts on the sp
Grow in Virtue This New Year w/ Dr. Ryan Hanning
This New Year’s, make a commitment to grow in virtue and get your copy of “The Willpower Advantage” here: https://ignatius.com/the-willpower-advantage-wpap/
We all know that we need to be more virtuous, but it is not always clear how to get there. But thankfully, Dr. Ryan Hanning and Tom Peterson spell out the practical steps we can take to become more virtuous in their book “The Willpower Advan
Debunking Christmas Myths and Celebrating the Birth of Jesus w/ Dr. Michael Barber
There are more Christmas myths than you may think, and in today’s episode, Dr. Barber debunks many of them while simultaneously revealing the true meaning of Christmas.
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Was Christmas originally a pagan holiday? Were there three Wisemen, and were they kings or sorcerers? Did Mary know she was
Michael O’Brien’s Favorite Novelist and Filmmaker
In this episode, Michael O’brien not only reveals his favorite novelist and film director, but also a bit about his own faith journey.
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Michael O’brien is one of the best living Catholic novelists, and in today’s episode, we get to know a bit more about the man behind these wonderful pieces of art. His wisdom
Why You Should Know Ida Friederike Görres with Dr. Jennifer Bryson
While few know her, Ida Friederike Görres is among the best authors of the 20th century with even Josef Pieper wishing that her works were in the hands of every lay theologian.
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Returning for a second time on the Ignatius Press podcast, Dr. Jennifer Bryson talks with Andrew Petiprin about her new English tran
A Timely New Catholic Novel w/ David Pinault
Drawing from his experiences in Africa and Indonesia, David Pinault’s newest novel is not only entertaining, but spiritually sustaining.
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In today’s episode, Dave sits down with Andrew Petiprin to discuss his newest novel, “Earth Dragon Run: A Spiritual Entertainment.” Dave not only reveals hi
How to Make Beautiful Catholic Art w/ Timothy Jones
Good art is essential not only for selling books, but for uplifting the soul to God, and in today’s episode, we talk to one of the best modern Catholic artists—Timothy Jones.
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Religious Liberty in America with Dr. Beckwith, Member of the Presidential Religious Liberty Commission
Earlier this year, Dr. Francis Beckwith was appointed to a select board of scholars to advise the Trump administration on national efforts to protect and advance religious Liberty.
Dr. Beckwith is a professor of philosophy and Church-State studies at Baylor University, and today he joins Mark Brumey to discuss religious liberty and Vatican II. The two examine “Dignitatis Humanae” and whether or no
Can You Be a Jewish Catholic? With Dr. Costley and Dr. D’Costa
Jews are God’s Chosen People, and it is through God’s gratuitous gift of grace that the rest of the world (the Gentiles) are grafted onto the tree of salvation.
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Pope Pius XI once remarked, “Spiritually, we [Catholics] are all Semites,” and, as Saint Paul writes in Romans, in a sense, Christians are Jews by adoption. In
Should Catholics Celebrate Halloween and Read Horror Stories? w/Eleanor Nicholson
With Halloween, All Saints Day, and All Souls Day quickly approaching, Eleanor Nicholson gives her thoughts on how Catholics should approach Halloween and horror stories.
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Chesterton’s New Autobiography? w/ Dr. Dale Ahlquist
G.K. Chesterton is one of the great Catholic converts and writers of the 20th century, but much of his personal life has remained obscure until today!
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Dr. Dale Ahlquist joins Andrew Petiprin to discuss a book he has been working on for over a decade—an alternative autobiography
Abigail Favale’s First Full-Length Novel is Perfect for Spooky Season
Well known for her scholarly work in “Genesis of Gender,” Dr. Abigail Favale has now released her first full-length novel “Our Lady of the Sign.”
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Dealing with themes of freedom, temptation, feminism, and spiritual warfare, “Our Lady of the Sign” is a work of suspense and thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Thi
Henri de Lubac is One of the Best Theologians of the 20th Century
Henri de Lubac is not well known by most Catholics, but the upcoming documentary is hoping to change that...
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Cardinal Henri de Lubac was a French theologian who lived in Europe during the tumultuous 20th century. He survived the front-line trench
Celebrating 100 years of St. Thérèse’s Canonization w/ Fr. Tom Hiney
In 1925, St. Thérèse of Lisieux was canonized, and a hundred years later, her prayers and little way are just as important.
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What Tolkien Can Teach Us: Celebrating Hobbit Day with Sr. Orianne Pietra Rene
Today is Bilbo’s birthday! And to celebrate two nerds, Sr. Orianne Pietra Rene and Ben Eriksen, reflect on Tolkien’s myths which are arguably the best literary works of the 20th century.
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Celebrating 25 Years of Pope Benedict XVI's Spirit of the Liturgy w/ Archbishop Cordileone
Twenty-five years ago, the future Pope Benedict XVI released his pivotal work “The Spirit of the Liturgy,” and today we are blessed to be joined by Archbishop Cordileone and one of Pope Benedict’s own students, Fr. Fessio.
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Saint John Henry Newman: A Protestant to a Doctor of the Catholic Church w/ Bishop Lopes and Dr. Jennifer Martin
Saint John Henry Newman will be the first English speaker to be declared a Doctor of the Church.
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It was recently announced that St. John Henry Newman will
Canonization of Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio: Learn More About Today’s Saints
On September 7th, Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio will be canonized saints of the Catholic Church. Today, we talk to Courtney Mares about the lives of these remarkable saints.
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Courtney Mares is the author of the definitive biography of Carlo Acutis and has written several articles about Pier Gi
Dr. Michael Pakaluk: How to Rediscover the Romanticism of Everyday Life
Oftentimes, we overlook the heroic and extraordinary moments in our ordinary lives. But Dr. Pakaluk believes that holiness is much nearer than we may think. . . .
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Today, Dr. Pakaluk talks with Andrew Petiprin about his new book “Shock of Holiness.” This approachable and practical book is a series of ar
Katie Bogner: Get Safe, Quality Books for Your Kids at Ignatius Book Fairs
Want to get good quality books into the hands of your kids?! Then ditch the mainstream book fairs and invite the Ignatius Press book fairs to come to your kids’ school!
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Katie Bogner is a middle-school teacher, influencer, and faithful Catholic, and she joins Rose Trabbic today to talk about getting kids to read and the Ignatius Press Book Fairs. Katie gives insightful s
Fr. Gregory Pine: How the Eucharist Changes Your Identity
Oftentimes, we think our identity is something we create, but in today’s episode Fr. Gregory Pine shows us that our identity is found in Christ, present in the Eucharist.
Get Your Copy of his “Your Eucharistic Identity” here: https://ignatius.com/your-eucharistic-identity-yeip/
Fr. Gregory Pine is a well-known priest, Dominican, philosopher, and YouTuber, and today we are so grateful to introd
Joseph Pearce: Great Books Every Man Should Read
Real men read great books, and in today’s episode, Joseph Pearce discusses which books men should read and why reading and poetry are a uniquely manly thing to do.
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Tess Livingstone: Remembering George Cardinal Pell
George Carinal Pell was a famous Australian Catholic cardinal who died just a week after his friend Pope Benedict XVI.
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Tess Livingstone is the author of the definitive biography of George Cardinal Pell and recently we were blessed to sit down with her in person to discuss the life, wo
Fiorella De Maria: The Creative Process of a Successful Writer
Good books are hard to come by, especially for your kids. But today Rose Trabbic talks to one of the best living Catholic novelists Fiorella De Maria to discuss her newest novels.
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Dr. Cuddeback: True Friendship is Where Virtue Becomes Happiness
Dr. Cuddeback believes that friendship is the heart of human happiness, and yet only the virtuous share in true friendship.
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Everybody wants to have better relationships, whether it is with their friends, the person they are dating, their spouse, or God Himself. Today, Dr. John Cudd
Cardinal Ouellet: Synodality Is Not What You Think It Is
Cardinal Ouellet explains what “synodality” is and what the risks and opportunities are for a synodal Church.
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Among Catholics, there has been a lot of talk about “synodality” and a “synodal Church” over the past few years. Pope Francis even called
Michael O’Brien: His Newest Apocalyptic Book
The newest Michael O’Brien novel is riveting, relevant, and thought-provoking.
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In our sit-down interview with Michael O’Brien, we asked him about his newest book, “Letter to the Future.” Michael reveals which character he most resonates with and explains how this novel is different from every other apoc
Michael O'Brien's Novels Are Finally Becoming Movies
Michael O'Brien's Novels Are Becoming MOVIES
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The Lighthouse is one of Michael O'Brien’s most well-known novels and it is now in development for becoming a movie. Join us today for an extra special podcast as Ben Eriksen talks with Charlie Goodwin (executive producer) and Eric Groth (producer) about this upcoming film. They discuss
Dr. Nathaniel Blake: How the Sexual Revolution Hurt All of Us
Mature and Sensitive Topics Discussed in This Episode
Today, more than ever, we are suffering from the ramifications of the sexual revolution that began over 50 years ago. And in this episode, Dr. Nathaniel Blake joins Andrew Petiprin to discuss why the Church’s teachings on human sexuality are correct and why abandoning them has led people away from true human flourishing.
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Michael O'Brien: How God Unexpectedly Called Him to be a Writer
Recently, we had the honor of sitting down with Michael O’Brien in person to discuss his novels, paintings, and history as an artist. Michael O’Brien is well-known as the author of best sellers such as “Father’s Tale,” “Fr. Elijah,” “Lighthouse,” and much more. Today’s episode is just the first of several episodes, where he shares his unexpected call to become a writer and what he believes the pu
Curtis Mitch: How to Use the Ignatius Press Study Bible
The Ignatius Press Study Bible was twenty-five years in the making, and now that you have a copy. But how are you supposed to use it? Today, Curtis Mitch, co-editor of the Ignatius Press study Bible, joins Andrew Petiprin to break down the practical ways that people can use this Bible in daily life. Curtis highlights some of the unique features of this study Bible that will help readers understand
Peter Kreeft: Converting from Calvinism to Catholicism
Dr. Peter Kreeft is a well-known Catholic figure who has helped many people convert to Catholicism and deepen their love and understanding of the faith. But few know that Dr. Kreeft himself is a convert to Catholicism. Raised Calvinist, Dr. Kreeft ended up becoming Catholic after attending Calvin College in Michigan, and in his new book “From Calvinist to Catholic,” Dr. Kreeft details his conversi
Mike Pacer: Becoming a Man of Prayer
The current crisis of masculinity is rampant in our society, but few have responded to this cultural moment like Mike Pacer in his new book “Prayers for Catholic Men.” Instead of encouraging men to simply gut it out and take responsibility, Mike encourages men to fall on their knees, and he provides them with the resources to encounter God in a meaningful and profound way. “Prayers for Catholic Me
George Weigel: The Importance of Being an Intellectual and a Culture Warrior
The university is uniquely Catholic in its origin, and yet currently, higher level education on elite campuses is a “red-hot mess,” according to George Weigel. In this episode, Andrew Petiprin sits down with George Weigel to discuss academia and the intellectual life, not simply as a theoretical enterprise left for those who dwell in an ivory tower, but as driver of culture and social life. They d
Francis Maier: Approaching the Conclave, What Does the Church Need Now?
This week, the Church will experience a papal conclave where cardinals all over the world will deliberate and elect the next pope. As we eagerly wait for their choice, Francis Maier joins Mark Brumley to discuss what kind of pope the Church needs today. He articulately argues that he must be both a man of simplicity and of strong intellect who embodies the strengths of the last several pontiffs. I
George Weigel: The State of the Church and the Next Pope
As we continue to pray for Pope Francis, we also begin to look forward to the upcoming conclave, and who better to join Mark Brumley than George Weigel, author of The Next Pope. In this episode, Mark and George reflect on the current state of the Church both in the United States and around the world. They discuss the continued needs of the New Evangelization and missionary discipleship as well as
Special Edition of the IP Podcast: Reflecting on the Life and Works of Pope Francis
On Monday April 21, Pope Francis passed away. As the Church mourns his passing and prays for the repose of his soul, we begin to reflect on the legacy of Pope Francis.
So, in this special edition of the Ignatius Press Podcast, Ben Eriksen sits down with Mark Brumely to discuss the life and works of Pope Francis. Mark begins by highlighting three lessons that we can learn from Pope Francis before e
Fr. Fessio Reflects on the Life and Legacy of His Teacher Pope Benedict XVI
This week we not only celebrate Pope Benedict XVI’s birthday, but it is also the 20th anniversary of his election. Join Fr. Fessio as he gives a rare glimpse into the writings and teaching methods of a Pope who he believes will one day be declared a saint and doctor of the Church.
Fr. Fessio and Mark Brumley not only remember Cardinal Ratzinger’s election, but they discuss his role in writing th
Ilyas Khan and Artificial Intelligence: What It Is and Is Not
Want to learn about AI, what it is, what it is not, how it works, and what are its inherent benefits and drawbacks?
Then join Father Fessio and Ilyas Khan (founder and product development head of Quantinuum—the largest quantum computer company in the world) as they discuss all things AI. This insightful conversation highlights the inherent difference between AI and the human capacity to know, and
