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In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, we tackle a wide range of thought-provoking questions from callers seeking clarity on Catholic teaching and practice. The highlight question: Can a Catholic date a non-denominational Christian—and make it work spiritually and relationally? Steve Ray offers pastoral wisdom and theological insight into navigating interdenominational dating with truth and charity.
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14:02 – How do I defend our claim that the woman in Revelation 12 is Mary?18:21 – Can the saints return to earth in spirit, and can they audibly communicate with us?29:51 – How do I get over past hurts and addictions?33:27 – What advice can you offer me? I’m Catholic dating a non-denominational girl.36:20 – Why are we not supposed to wear hats when praying? When did that tradition start?41:21 – My grandmother has bought into the prosperity gospel. What advice do you have for approaching her?48:16 – How do I help my Protestant friend trust in the Church’s authority to interpret scripture?53:48 – You mentioned a great book on the geography of the holy land. What is the name of it? -
Did the Catholic Church ever teach reincarnation? Some claim early Christians believed in it, but what does history actually say? In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, we examine the origins of this myth, what the Church Fathers believed, and how Catholic doctrine on the soul and resurrection firmly rejects reincarnation. Karlo Broussard sets the record straight with clarity and charity.
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02:32 – If Joseph had a home in Bethlehem, why would he need to find a place to stay?11:17 – Is it true that at one point the Church taught reincarnation?14:58 – What is the new Jerusalem and the new heaven in Rev. 21?20:20 – What are your thoughts about pursuing a career in the Church? What jobs with a theology degree do you think are out there where one could raise a family?23:34 – Was Mark 16:9-20 originally part of the canon?35:57 – Since DNA is all different, will there be a point when DNA sequences will start repeating, if this happens will it be the end time?39:15 – How does one self-verify visions that one experiences?45:30 – What is the bottom line on demons? -
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Can a Catholic be personally opposed to abortion but still believe it shouldn’t be criminalized? In this segment of Catholic Answers Live, we tackle the tough intersection of morality, law, and Church teaching. Karlo Broussard explores what it means to be a Catholic in good standing, how the Church views the legal protection of human life, and where the line is drawn when it comes to public policy. A must-watch for anyone navigating pro-life convictions in a political world.
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02:50 – Dr. Bergsma proposed that the events of Holy Week were originally different than we thought. He says the last supper might have been on Tuesday. What are your thoughts on this?07:55 – Why is the conclave kept in secrecy?15:40 – 1 Chronicles references other books like Chronicles of Nathan and Chronicles Gad the Seer. What do we know about them, and can we read them?16:00 – Where do we get the idea of purgatory other than Maccabees?29:15 – What constitutes grave matter?33:35 – Is it possible for a protestant to bring communion to a person who is homebound?40:56 – My mom is Protestant. What is the best way to evangelize Protestants?45:33 – Where is the line between invincible ignorance and universalism?50:39 – Can I be a Catholic in good standing if I personally oppose abortion but also don’t think the government should criminalize it? -
In this special Catholic Answers Live episode, Cy Kellett interviews Dr. Jacob Imam—convert from Islam, founder of New Polity and the College of St. Joseph the Worker. They discuss Catholic education, political renewal, and building institutions rooted in Catholic social teaching.
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In this inaugural episode of the Cy Kellett show, Cy sits down with Nick Madden of Sent Ventures and Red Door Escape Rooms to discuss how to direct ethical, Catholic companies in our world today.
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00:00 Intro
01:50 Red Door Escape Rooms
07:43 Thinking Creatively About Business
11:00 Harvard Almost Broke My Faith
23:50 Encountering the Person of Jesus
29:50 Temptations in Running a Business
38:40 The Workplace is The New Evangelization
43:50 Connecting Catholic Businesses with Sent Ventures
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In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, Karlo Broussard goes beyond proving that the saints in heaven are aware of our prayers—he tackles the deeper question: Should we actually invoke them? Karlo answers key Protestant objections such as the absence of early Christian practices, claims of necromancy or idolatry, and the charge that saints would need to be omniscient to hear so many prayers. With Scripture, Church history, and careful reasoning, Karlo shows why invoking the saints is not only legitimate but spiritually powerful—and not a substitute for going directly to Jesus, but a biblical expression of the communion of saints.Help us reach our goal by donating! Catholicanswersradio.comJoin The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click HereInvite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.comQuestions Covered:03:48 – Even if I concede that Revelation 5:8 proves the Christians in heaven are aware of our specific requests and intercede for us on account of those requests, it doesn’t give us any sort of instruction to invoke them. Therefore, we shouldn’t do it. 17:40 – Maybe we don’t need an explicit instruction to invoke the saints. But you’d think that if it were appropriate to ask the saints to pray for us, then at least we’d have some examples of the first century Christians doing this. Since we don’t, we shouldn’t invoke the saints. 22:16 – But Karlo, we don’t have any evidence of Christians invoking the saints’ intercession for the first two hundred years plus of Christianity. The earliest evidence we have is the mid third century. Since this belief and practice is a historical accretion, we shouldn’t engage in it. 28:30 – Perhaps the lack of evidence for Christians invoking the saints in the New Testament and the first two hundred years is because Christians believed it was wrong to communicate with the dead, given that Deuteronomy 18:12 forbids necromancy and calls it an “abomination to the Lord. 35:40 – Let’s say I agree that the invocation of the saints isn’t necromancy. But we still ought not to do it because it’s idolatrous. Don’t Catholics say, “we pray to the saints”? Prayer is something that we offer to God alone. 42:00 – It still seems that Catholics make “gods” out of the saints because by invoking them you’re implying that they can do only what God can do—namely, know the hearts of men. 2 Chronicles 6:30 says, “God alone knows the hearts of men. 44:58 – Okay, maybe God can give some knowledge to the saints. But the amount of knowledge involved with the Catholic belief and practice would require omniscience. How could Mary hear 8 billion prayer requests, say, at the same time? She’d have to be God to do that. 48:50 – Maybe there’s nothing wrong with invoking the saints in principle. But because it has led to so many abuses and violations of the Gospel that we should not do it. 52:45 – Practically speaking. Why would I invoke the saints when I can just go straight to Jesus?
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In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, Karlo Broussard tackles one of the most common objections to Catholic teaching: If Jesus is the “one mediator” between God and man, why ask Mary and the saints to intercede for us? Drawing from 1 Timothy 2:5, Ecclesiastes 9:5, and Revelation 5:8, Karlo addresses Protestant concerns about the awareness and intercessory role of the saints in heaven. He explains what the Bible really says about heavenly mediation, the beatific vision, and whether the saints are aware of and respond to our prayers. Along the way, he refutes key counterarguments and clarifies Catholic teaching with clarity and Scripture.Please support our mission by donating! Catholicanswersradio.comJoin The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click HereInvite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.comQuestions Covered:13:50 – You ask Mary and the saints to intercede for you. But doesn’t Paul say in 1 Timothy 2:5 that Jesus is our one mediator? 19:20 – If Paul isn’t denying mutual Christian intercession (whether that’s between us here on earth or the saints in heaven and us), then what does he mean by “one mediator”? 21:57 – It’s true that the Bible says we can pray for each other. But the Christians in heaven have died. They aren’t aware of what’s going on here on earth. Ecclesiastes 9:5 says, ‘the dead know nothing.’ So, your requests are futile. 33:23 – Okay, you say that it’s at least possible the saints in heaven could know what’s going on here on earth in virtue of the beatific vision, which the saints in the afterlife before Christ’s ascension didn’t have. But is there any biblical evidence that the saints in heaven in fact are aware of what’s going on here on earth? 36:00 – Okay, so you’ve shown that the saints in heaven can at least be aware of the affairs of men here one earth. But what about their intercessory prayer? Is there any biblical evidence that the saints in heaven in fact pray for us? “But Karlo, you’re assuming that the 24 elders are human souls. You’re also assuming that the “prayers of the saints” refers to petitions made by Christians on earth. How do you know these assumptions are true? 46:07 – I’ll concede that Revelation 5:8 shows the 24 elders interceding for Christians on earth in a general way. But I don’t think this text gives the Catholic what he’s after—namely, intercessory prayers for specific requests.
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Is the sacrament of Confirmation really found in Scripture? In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, we tackle one of the most common questions about Catholic sacramental theology. Karlo Broussard explains the biblical roots of Confirmation, where it shows up in the New Testament, and how early Christians understood the laying on of hands and the gift of the Holy Spirit. If you’ve ever wondered how to explain Confirmation to your Protestant friends—or just want to understand it better yourself—don’t miss this segment!
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Questions Covered:
04:15 – If it was revealed to John the Baptist that Jesus was the Messiah, then why did he later send one of his disciples to ask Jesus? 07:33 – Why do Catholics primarily receive the Body of Christ (the bread) vs. the Body and Blood (bread and wine)? 11:45 – If a married protestant pastor converts, can he seek the priesthood? 13:03 – What does Jesus mean by the Kingdom of God? 17:21 – How biblical is Confirmation? 21:07 – What authority does the magisterium have over changing the TLM and what’s the current rule? 23:05 – Was Jesus in the Garden of Eden? When Genesis refers to “Our image”, is this referring to the Trinity? 31:22 – Based on Genesis, is the world flat? Is there firmament in the sky keeping us from falling off? 33:59 – Why do some people still blame the Jews for the death of Christ? 37:45 – Why would God ask Moses to build a bronze serpent if the serpent is the symbol of Satan? 42:12 – My coworker got arrested and I went around asking to know what happened. Did doing this cause me to commit the sin of detraction? 49:53 – Why are baptisms outside the faith valid even though they don’t share the same beliefs? 52:13 – I was raised non-denominational and I want to know what the difference is between the Jesus I know and what Catholics believe. -
In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, Cy Kellett is joined by theologian Tom Nash for a deep dive into Catholic social teaching through the lens of Rerum Novarum, the 1891 encyclical by Pope Leo XIII. Prompted by Pope Leo XIV’s decision to connect his papacy with his namesake, the discussion explores why Rerum Novarum remains foundational for the Church’s response to modern social and economic upheavals. From labor rights and the dignity of work to AI, solidarity, subsidiarity, and the proper role of the state, this hour unpacks timeless Catholic principles for navigating new challenges. Whether you’re new to Catholic social teaching or looking to revisit its core insights, this episode offers a clear, passionate, and relevant exploration of how faith meets public life.
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Topics Covered:
00:00 – Intro: Why Pope Leo XIV chose the name Leo03:30 – Overview of Rerum Novarum and Pope Leo XIII07:00 – Origins of Catholic Social Teaching10:30 – Response to Industrial Revolution14:00 – Gregory XVI and Marari Vos17:30 – Theocracy vs. Catholic moral leadership21:00 – Definition of Catholic Social Teaching24:30 – Human flourishing and property ownership28:00 – Dignity of workers and work conditions31:30 – Modern implications: AI as a moral issue35:00 – Market economy vs. socialism38:30 – Greed, envy, and class warfare42:00 – Role of unions and political integrity45:30 – How AI might affect human dignity49:00 – Solidarity and Subsidiarity explained52:30 – Common Good and the role of the family -
With Pope Leo XIV hailing from the United States of America, what global and internal shifts might follow? We explore how his nationality could impact the Church’s perception, diplomacy, and direction.
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0:00 – The Consequences of Pope Leo Being From the US8:50 – Developing a Christ-like Voice online17:05 – The Anti-Life California Bomber34:10 – The Negative Impacts of Social Media regarding Extremism42:00 – San Diego Ranked 3rd Happiest City in the US -
As artificial intelligence reshapes society, what role should the Catholic Church—and the new pope—play? We explore potential responses Pope Leo XIV might take to address AI’s moral and spiritual implications.
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0:00 – More Thoughts on Pope Leo13:22 – What Can Pope Leo Do About AI?40:10 – The Renewed Interest In Catholic Pilgrimages -
You’ve invited God into your heart, prayed sincerely, and still feel silence. What does that mean? We explore how to respond when God seems distant—even when you’re doing everything right.Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click HereInvite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.comPlease help support our mission by donating! Catholicanswersradio.comQuestions Covered:01:01 – I kind of want to convert but Eucharistic ministers’ hands touching hands and tongues and sharing the chalice are so yucky! What can I do about this hang-up? 12:49 – Do you have a response to Dr Mark Miravalle’s response about Medjugorje? 18:22 – I heard you state on a recent podcast that you have a particular interest in linguistics, so I’m hoping you can comment on the following issue. Why are some Old Testament names so familiar in modern English and others so foreign to us? Is it a matter of translation, the importance of the person, or something else? 24:45 – What’s the best evidence that psi phenomenon exist? 39:50 – If Angels have been around since creation, but they don’t reproduce, does that mean that it’s the same number of angels since the beginning? No more and no less? 44:52 – How do those who desperately want a relationship with God, including prayers inviting all three persons of God to come into their heart, deal properly with an apparent lack of response from God. 48:21 – How can ‘days off purgatory’ be understood in the hereafter since we live in a different ‘time zone’ AND isn’t the timeframe of the purging a discretionary matter ONLY God can determine? 50:52 – The Copenhagen experiment where they shot photons through slits (I think I have that right?) and the particles behaved differently when they were observed vs unobserved – does this offer any proof for God? Also how does this work with Weeping Angels?
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If Marian apparitions are considered private revelations, why are events like Our Lady of Guadalupe on the Church calendar? We explain the Church’s distinction between public and private revelation—and why some apparitions are recognized liturgically.Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click HereInvite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.comPlease help support our mission by donating! Catholicanswersradio.comQuestions Covered:01:52 – Do Protestants receive the Holy Spirit in (valid) baptism? If so, then why would they need to be Catholic? 04:06 – Protestants are claiming that the book of James was written before the Council of Jerusalem and together with Acts 15 shows that James doesn’t understand the Gospel because he emphasizes works. How would you respond? 12:21 – Is our time set in stone? 14:47 – If Marian apparitions are private revelation, why does the church recognize apparitions such as our lady of Guadalupe on the church calendar? 17:10 – What are your thoughts on the studies done that aim to determine if prayer is an effective medical tool. I’m referring specifically to prayer groups praying for the patients and not the patients themselves. Also if a non-Christian group prayed for the patients and it was shown to be effective… what would this mean? 28:30 – If the catholic church doesn’t accept a Mormon baptism because of their understanding of God… why does the catholic church accept a marriage when the people involved have a misunderstanding about the nature of the marriage [it doesn’t line up with our beliefs about marriage]? 32:34 – Jesus sent his disciples to heal the sick, expel demons, purify the lepers and resurrect the dead (Matt 10). Why do we not hear much about the resurrection of dead people, but only of exorcism and healing of sickness? 36:45 – Thanks for your important work! Could you explain how the Old Testament practice of sacrificing an animal then eating it is really a sacrifice? 43:03 – Could you explain what Christian non-exclusivism entails. And more importantly, what the biblical and patristic evidence is that this is an acceptable/non-heretical position. I watched the Theology Unleashed videos you were in, and feel like this position would change entirely how I see everyone, Christians and non-Christians. Also, are there not things like the in-filling of the Holy Spirit and gifts of the Holy Spirit, that devotees of other religious traditions cannot experience or share in, outside of explicit faith in Jesus.
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Can we be sure that God—and not multiple gods or cosmic forces—is the one true Creator? We explore biblical, philosophical, and theological reasons why Catholics affirm one all-powerful God as the source of all being.
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11:38 – I had a vasectomy. If I were to convert to Catholicism, would I still be able to engage in the conjugal act with my wife?21:30 – Why was the Holy Spirit given in a different way in the New Testament than in the Old Testament?35:22 – How do we know that God is the one and only almighty creator?45:32 – How many variations of the rosary are there?49:45 – What does it mean to defend your faith but avoid quarreling? Who is your confirmation saint? -
Many hear the phrase “imputed righteousness” and think it’s a Catholic belief—but is it? We explain how Catholicism differs from Protestant views on righteousness, justification, and purgatory.
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07:54 – Is 2 Tim 1:12-14 linked to sensus fidelium?19:20 – Is the Archangel Gabriel, Mary’s guardian angel?31:50 – How should we understand doing works of mercy and how it relates to the final judgment?38:49 – I’m reading a book on purgatory and saw the phrase imputed righteousness of Christ. What does that mean?46:04 – What are your thoughts on the claim that Jesus was a master hypnotist and trained his apostles?51:58 – Am I allowed to genuflect after communion? -
When Jesus said “I Am,” was He just making a poetic statement—or clearly claiming divinity? We explore how His listeners would’ve understood those words and why they reacted the way they did.
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07:23 – I used to be Mormon and on my way to converting. My mother had a profound emotional experience inside a church. She took it as a negative experience. What advice can you give on how to approach her?19:58 – Why do we say Christians with valid baptisms are converts? What was the process by which we said which laws of the Old Testament were fulfilled and no longer applied to us?32:52 – I’m a new Catholic. Can you help me better understand indulgences? Can you offer it up for someone else?40:33 – Jesus says I Am a lot. Would his listeners have understood that he was claiming divinity?47:47 – My dad is a huge Joe fan. What book does Joe recommend I get for my dad for Father’s day?52:36 – My family is Protestant. How do you talk to someone who only believes in Sola Scriptura about the Eucharist? -
After leaving Mormonism, many seekers ask: What makes Catholicism unique? We explore the Church’s claims to apostolic authority, the sacraments, and how it fulfills the promises of Christianity in ways no other faith does.
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12:28 – When was the sacrament of baptism instituted? When were the apostles baptized?21:00 – When John the Baptist says I baptize with water he will baptize with the Holy Spirit. Would his audience know what that means?31:40 – I grew up Mormon but have since fallen away. What does Catholicism claim that sets itself apart from the rest of the Abrahamic faiths?43:54 – What is the meaning of Exodus 16:16-18? It seems like a contradiction.48:51 – What is the Catholic response to the claim that once saved, always saved is biblical? -
If God is called “the Rock” in Deuteronomy, how can Catholics say Peter is the rock in Matthew 16:18? We explore how Scripture uses the term and why identifying Peter as the rock of the Church doesn’t take anything away from God’s ultimate authority.
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29:47 – If a person confesses their sins to a person who is portraying themself as a priest, is that confession valid?40:07 – Is the following a proper analogy: We are like the apostles who were lost in the quantity of fish they caught and didn’t recognize Jesus along the shore? We get caught up in our daily distractions and don’t recognize Jesus.48:47 – How does the Church resolve God being the rock such as in Deuteronomy? -
Many wonder whether the Mass is a true sacrifice or just a memorial. We explain what the Church teaches about the Eucharist, how it’s tied to Calvary, and why it’s not a re-crucifixion.
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07:45 – Is the sacrifice of the mass the sacrifice of Jesus being perpetuated or is it just symbolic?30:14 – What’s the difference between actual grace and sanctifying grace?40:52 – How do you defend the claim that the Catholic Church is the oldest governance body in history?47:55 – How does 1 Tim 2:5 relate to the pope? -
If you suspect your child has a drinking problem, you’re not alone. We share Catholic resources, signs to look for, and how parents can respond with both love and accountability—while staying rooted in faith.
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14:23 – Do you have resources available in Spanish? Is CIR a supplement or replacement for other 12 step programs?19:45 – I’m in recovery and just want to encourage others. I went to Mass, gym and meetings everyday.24:15 – What resources do you have that we can use? My wife and I think my son has a drinking problem?34:04 – The last 7 years of my marriage I discovered my husband had a sex addiction. I eventually filed for divorce. What is known about this kind of addiction and its correlation to abuse?42:33 – I’m recovering but being exposed to new age theology through recovery programs. How do we address this?48:18 – I’m on methadone and having a hard time quitting. I’m having a hard time convincing myself this is a sin. - Visa fler
