A Podcast About Catholic Things

This week on A Podcast About Catholic Things, Eric (The Ambassador of Common Sense) and Dan (The Ambassador of Nonsense) discuss the crisis in Ukraine and Russia and how it ties in with Fatima--including Pope Francis' recent commitment to consecrating Russia and Ukraine to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. This is big news on a big subject--but you'll hear a discussion in this podcast that you won't hear anywhere else.

In current events we continue our discussion of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. There's an eruption in Indonesia. Poland gives the finger to the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR). Israelis limit family reunions. Wild fires in South Korea. Earthquake in Japan. North Korea opens nuclear tunnels. Small asteroid explodes over Arctic Ocean. YouTube blocks Russian propaganda--Putin blocks non-Russian propaganda. Iran launches missiles at Iraq. Ethiopia deals with police brutality and Washington DC deals with serial killer. Israel is Ddos'ed.

In the world of nonsense, Democrats eliminate annual clock setting. British drinkers upset by Guinness abuse. Ghost on camera. Dan doesn't get pinched for St. Patrick's Day.

Saint of the week: Saint Aidan of Fern

This week on A Podcast About Catholic Things, Eric (The Ambassador of Common Sense) and Dan (The Ambassador of Nonsense) discuss the history of the traditional/conservative movement in America. How did the conservative Catholic become the Traditional Catholic, leading us to the crowding of the TLM (Traditional Latin Mass), and becoming a force that liberal bishops, and even out pope, is frightened of? 

In current events, the fighting continues in Ukraine, and Eric and Dan once again questions the mainstream media's narrative as they report it to us. US continues to de-nuclearize Iran. Smaller nations trying to enter EU and NATO. Tornado strikes Midwest. North Korea testing missiles and finally launching a spy satellite. Properties of Russian oligarchs seized around the world. US tries to replace oil supplier. Truckers in Washington DC for Freedom Convoy. Senate outlaws lynching. Philippines raise age of consent. Belarus launches 'phishing attack.' Proud Boys leader indicted. Woman in Texas sues rich father.

In the land of nonsense, man puts snakes in pants. Fishing on ice while sledding. Boys stuck in tree. Spiderman dresses like teacher. Model divorces herself.

This week on A Podcast About Catholic Things, Eric (The Ambassador of Common Sense) and Dan (The Ambassador of Nonsense) discuss something that many people have been worried about for over a hundred years--what's going to happen to all the jobs? Is automation and even AI (Artificial Intelligence) going to replace man in the workforce? Is Corporate domination going to push pout the small business in every industry? While no one can predict the future, Eric and Dan demonstrate that in one industry, the same worries have been plaguing the business owner since the 1950s… yet small businesses have survived (although transformed) through at least 5 major industry revolutions.

In current events, Russia continues its attack on Ukraine. Eric and Dan question the reports coming in from main-stream media, and ask what might really be going on there? An earthquake in Indonesia kills 7. Afghanistan opens schools to men and women. US passes anti-lynching laws. Hot planet rains metal and jewels. Biden blames gas prices on Ukraine and Russia.

In the land of nonsense, lottery winner dodges phone calls. More odd world records. THC in fast food. People bid on used cigar.

Saint Of The Week: Saint Agostina Petrantoni / Livia

This week on A Podcast About Catholic Things, Eric (The Ambassador of Common Sense) and Dan (The Ambassador of Nonsense) discuss some of the theories concerning the Francis pontificate… is it possible that he's really not the pope? If so, what does that mean for Catholics right now? What can be done about the situation, regarding his heresy?

In the news, Ottawa police continue to deal with protesters, who admit that the freedom convoy is coming to an end. Blades of Glory becomes reality in Olympics. Russia invades Ukraine, and no one steps in to help.

In the land of nonsense, woman wins lottery after playing her license plate number. Man has tooth growing in nose. Baby ghost shark caught in New Zealand. Artwork removed when local business man sees himself.

Saint of the week: Saint Erasmus of Formia

This week on A Podcast About Catholic Things, Eric (The Ambassador of Common Sense) and Dan (The Ambassador of Nonsense) discuss the big question on the minds of all morally aware people--it is wrong (sinful even) to lie on a tax return? What about other forms of evasion? What about tax avoidance?

We also discuss the recent news concerning Pope Benedict's legal statements, and the apparent 'untruth' therein. Was it a lie or just a mistake? How serious was it?

In current events, Canadian truck drivers storm the cities. Things continue to brew in Ukraine--Germany vows to help us, we vow to help Ukraine--meanwhile, everyone is leaving. NASA to build round trip to Mars. Humans discovered in Europe, 54,000 years ago. Australia lists koala as endangered. 430 kilometers of rain forest gone. Finland buys weapons from America. 5 officers shot and 4 wounded in shootout in Phoenix.

In the land of nonsense, Walmart shoplifter gets mad. Parrot gets stuck in tree. Man stacks eggs. Pigs outlawed in New York. Sex doll mistaken for body.

This week on A Podcast About Catholic Things, Eric (The Ambassador of Common Sense) and Dan (The Ambassador of Nonsense) discuss science as an industry and compare it to important historical pivot points in scientific history, like in the times of Galileo and Louis Pasteur. Is there something different about science in present day and age that sets it apart from other eras? Are we living in an unprecedented scientific age? What can we do to tell the difference between real science and pseudoscience?

In current events, things heat up in Ukraine, while Russia claims that the US is trying to draw them into war. The FCC kicks China out of the US. A giant convoy in Canada protests the vaccine pass restrictions. North Korea launches test missile. Bengals reach the Super Bowl. 23 people killed in Ecuador, and 19 in Brazil due to floods and landslides. 60 People knifed to death in Congo. CNN president leaves after affair with CNN Vice President. Poisoned cocaine kills 20 people in Argentina.

In the world of nonsense, men on a golf course find a message in a bottle. Firefighters deliver baby in snowstorm in Jimmy James parking lot. Chicken wanders into Pentagon… security baffled. China messes up box labels.

This week on A Podcast About Catholic Things, Eric (The Ambassador of Common Sense) and Dan (The Ambassador of Nonsense) discuss the latest leftist name-calling: 'Vatican II Deniers'. Much like science-denier, climate-denier, and the age-old name 'RACIST', V2-denier has become a way for left leaning Catholics (those who wish to break from our 2000 year old traditions) to change the dialogue and put conservatives (or rather, traditionalists, or even, traditional Catholics) on the defense--instead of on the offence, where we belong. Cardinal Burke discusses this with Raymond Arroyo on The World Over, and Eric and Dan dissect his answers.

In current events, two men are arrested in connection to the synagogue hostage event in Texas last week. Red Cross asks hackers to turn themselves in. France continues to outlaw non-vaccination… except in political rallies. US and other countries continue to aid Ukraine. Tropical storm, Ana, kills 23 people in Madagascar. James Webb Space Telescope enters into orbit and Deep Space Climate Observatory in second stage. Australia buys rights to Aboriginal flag. Canada outlaws conversion therapy. Trans child molester goes to juvie at age 26.

In the land of nonsense, a man finds a bug in his ear. A man attaches many spoons to his body. Weber Grill recipe for Meatloaf.

Saint of the week: Saint Isaac Jogues.

This week on A Podcast About Catholic Things, Eric (The Ambassador of Common Sense) and Dan (The Ambassador of Nonsense) talk about how much is enough, when it comes to living out the faith. Do Catholics have a duty to dig into devotions and dogmas they don't understand? Can't we just go to Mass every week and trust in our salvation? And how is it possible to gain interest in something someone considers uninteresting?

In current events, Australia is HOT. Italy stops the hunting of infected swine. Man takes synagogue hostage. Tonga destroyed from volcano. UK will eliminated TV viewing licenses. World gears up for war between Russia and Ukraine. Man found to have betrayed Anne Frank. Earthquake in Afghanistan. Pentecostal stampede in Liberia. Supreme Court says 'no' to Texas abortion mills.

In the land of nonsense, police arrest Elsa. Missouri police send out bat alert. Cops ignore robbery while playing Pokemon. Cops pull over car transporting 'body.' Dolphins play with pufferfish.

Saint of the week: Saint Tarcisius.

This week on A Podcast About Catholic Things, Eric (The Ambassador of Common Sense) and Dan (The Ambassador of Nonsense) talk about being 'red pilled.' The term refers to the experience of waking up to a reality that you'd been ignoring… or opening your eyes to something you didn't want to see. But being red pilled is often an unsettling experience and can drive rational people to believe in irrational things. How do you avoid the paranoia without re-swallowing the blue pill?

In current events, earthquakes and volcanoes rock the world. France outlaws the non-vaccinated. The Philippines outlaw child marriage--but give perps a year to normalize their marriages. Fire in New York envelopes 19 story building. New quarters to commemorate American women. Russia argues with US over Ukraine tension--America folds, Poland threatens war. Doctors implant first pig heart. Twitter is back in Nigeria. Union Pacific wants train robbers to be tried. Sexual assault convict in Virginia--identity to be hidden. Texas mother puts boy in trunk. Chicago students walk out.

In the land of nonsense, plane on Ohio license plate flies backwards. Intruder trapped in chimney. Florida asks woke people to leave. Man climbs electrical tower and needs rescue.

This week on A Podcast About Catholic Things, Eric (The Ambassador of Common Sense) and Dan (The Ambassador of Nonsense) talk about Responsa Ad Dubia, the Vatican's response to certain questions 'somone' had about Pope Francis' Motu Proprio Tradionis Custodes. Basically, the Vatican is closing its choke hold on the Traditional Latin Mass, making it harder and harder for traditional Catholics to worship the way they choose. Dan and Eric go through the document question by question, explaining it all.

In the news, Russia wants NATO to end military activity in Ukraine as they ramp up their pressure. Poland and Lithuania seem willing to fight back. Facebook says no to 'spy firms'… especially conservative ones. Jehova's Witnesses claim persecution. Volcano erupts in Java, Indonesia again. Sixth child dies from bouncy house accident. University of Hong Kong removes Pillar of Shame. Australia prosecutes for killing koalas. Omicron variant about to kill everyone. George Floyd NOT to be pardoned this Christmas. Fauci wants to stop Christmas gatherings. Apple plans walk-out.

In the Land of Nonsense, Japan announces lickable commercials. Giant millipede fossil discovered. Man kicked off airplane for wearing women's underwear. Fake school is busted in Ohio. Incredibly stupid textbook entry on Beethoven.

Saint of the week: Saints Marcellinus and Peter The Exorcist