Catholic Answers Live

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Catholic Answers LIVE is a daily, call-in radio program of Catholic apologetics and evangelization airing live from 6-8 pm ET.... more

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August 27, 2025#12344 Is Mary Pre-Saved According to Scripture? Immaculate Conception and Sinlessness - Karlo Broussard
“Is Mary pre-saved according to Scripture?” This episode explores the biblical basis for Mary’s unique role, addressing questions like whether the term “Adelphoi” always indicates a biological sibling and why the Blessed Mother doesn’t mention abortion in her apparitions. Tune in for a thoughtful examination of Mary’s Immaculate Conception and her sinlessness.
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Questions Covered:
02:07 – Is thinking of Mary as being “pre-saved” biblical?
08:02 – Is it true that the Greek word Adelphoi always refers to a sibling born of the mother or father unless there is a qualifier?
15:30 – Why doesn’t the Blessed Mother ever talk about abortion in her apparitions since she always appears pregnant?
18:50 – Is there any mention of Mary being baptized?
23:20 – Regarding Lourdes, how does Mary’s declaration of being the Immaculate Conception relate to being protected from original sin?
29:29 – Is it true that if Mary had any sin on her soul she would not be capable of saying yes to the Angel Gabriel due to the pain she would endure during the passion?
34:04 – Can you provide a list of Early Church fathers that supports the view that Mary was purified and sanctified at Jesus’ conception in her womb?
38:03 – Could you expound on the term handmaid and what it means, especially in the context of Mary’s response to Gabriel?
44:44 – How could Mary be sinless and perfect? Since only God could be perfect, wouldn’t that be contradictory?
51:20 – Is there any reason to think that Mary lived a consecrated life in the temple?
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56min
August 26, 2025#12343 Did Christ Have to Die for Mary, Marian Dogmas, and Grace? - Karlo Broussard
“Did Christ have to die for Mary?” Tune in as we also tackle whether Mary’s parents knew about her pregnancy before visiting Elizabeth and discuss the necessity of Marian dogmas in relation to the gospel message. Join us for a thought-provoking hour of apologetics.
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Questions Covered:
05:20 – A few weeks ago, Allie Beth Stuckey released a video entitled “The Mary Debate” where she gave a series of rebuttals to Catholic beliefs about Mary. One rebuttal was directed toward the Catholic’s appeal to Luke 1:28, where Mary is said to be ‘full of grace.’ She argued that Stephen is also said to be ‘full of grace’ in Acts 6:8 and yet we don’t say Stephen was conceived without original sin.”
19:51 – I’m a Southern Baptist and my son is a recent convert to Catholicism. Did Christ have to die for Mary?
23:36 – Do we have any insight on Mary’s parents’ knowledge for her pregnancy before visiting Elizabeth or did they find out when she returned?
33:55 – Are we preaching a different gospel message since the Marian dogmas are now required for salvation?
45:38 – Did Mary know that her son was God or Messiah?
51:33 – Don’t Protestants have to accept Mary as sinless due to Jesus getting his flesh from Mary?
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56min
August 26, 2025#12342 Who Thought the Eucharist Was Just Symbolic? Early Church Beliefs and Transubstantiation - Joe Heschmeyer
“Who Thought the Eucharist Was Just Symbolic? ” This episode delves into the early Church’s beliefs about the Eucharist, exploring questions like the origins of the symbolic view and whether early Church Fathers spoke symbolically. We also tackle the significance of “breaking bread” in the early Church and the implications of transubstantiation.
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Questions Covered:
03:30 – Where did the symbolic view of the Eucharist come from?
05:13 – Didn’t some early Church Fathers speak symbolically about the Eucharist? Doesn’t that challenge the idea of unanimous early belief?
07:30 – Didn’t the disciples fail to object during the Last Supper because they understood Jesus metaphorically?
09:00 – If “breaking bread” was common in the early Church, doesn’t that just suggest a fellowship meal, not a literal body and blood?
15:25 – The Eucharist doesn’t seem to do anything to believers?
20:30 – How Do I Properly Receive the Eucharist?
21:50 – How does transubstantiation actually work—and why does it rely on medieval Aristotelian philosophy rather than Scripture?
29:05 – How do we know that the early Church actually believed in transubstantiation and not just a spiritual or symbolic presence? Why does the Catholic View win out?
35:22 – The priesthood is against going directly to God. We don’t need Earthly priests.
42:20 – Does the Eucharist cause more division than Unity?
48:08 – Is the Eucharist just an adaptation of pagan rituals?
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56min
August 25, 2025#12341 Is the Eucharist a Literal Sacrifice or Just Symbolic? Body, Blood, and Sacrifice - Joe Heschmeyer
“Is the Eucharist a Literal Sacrifice or a Symbolic Act?” This episode delves into the nature of the Eucharist, addressing questions like whether Jesus spoke symbolically when He said, “This is my body,” and how His command to ‘eat my flesh and drink my blood’ aligns with Jewish law. We also explore the implications of Jesus’ words, “Do this in remembrance of me,” and the teachings of the Book of Hebrews.
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Questions Covered:
02:36 – Wasn’t Jesus speaking symbolically when He said, “This is my body”?
15:15 – Wouldn’t Jesus’ command to ‘eat my flesh and drink my blood’ violate Jewish law against consuming blood?
37:25 – Didn’t Jesus say, “Do this in remembrance of me”? Doesn’t that clearly indicate the Eucharist is a memorial, not a literal sacrifice?
40:20 – Doesn’t the Book of Hebrews teach that Christ’s sacrifice was ‘once for all’? How can the Catholic Mass be a true sacrifice without re-sacrificing Christ?
49:00 – Wouldn’t Jesus’ command to ‘eat my flesh’ be cannibalism
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56min
August 23, 2025#12340 Was the Holy Spirit on Earth Before Jesus? Gospel Order and Apologetics - Jimmy Akin
“Was the Holy Spirit on Earth before Jesus?” This episode explores the role of the Holy Spirit in the context of the Gospel order and apologetics. Additionally, we tackle intriguing questions such as whether Christians can be labeled as “psychopaths on a leash,” the nature of Christ’s cross, and the implications of critical scholarship on Church teaching.
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Questions Covered:
01:36 – Was the Holy Spirit on earth before Jesus?
05:20 – Are Christians “psychopaths on a leash”?
15:22 – Did Christ carry the whole cross or just the beam?
16:59 – What happened between Jesus’ death and Resurrection?
28:34 – Can critical scholarship undermine Church teaching?
34:45 – Is Luke 9:49–50 About Protestants Casting Out Demons?
41:47 – Why are the Gospels in this order?
47:24 – Dating/authorship of Job?
49:50 – What’s the deal with Malachi Martin?
52:40 – Do animals show rationality/personhood?
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56min
August 22, 2025#12339 When Was the Church Born When Christ’s Side was Pierced? - Jimmy Akin
“When was the Church born: At the Cross or at Pentecost?” This episode dives into this question while also exploring diverse topics such as whether Jesus knew the day and hour in Matthew 24:36, the evolution of the term “Christianity” since the Reformation, and the meaning of divine simplicity. Tune in for a rich discussion on these aspects of faith.
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Questions Covered:
07:33 – When was the Church born: Cross or Pentecost?
12:00 – Do you like fish tacos?
16:10 – Did Jesus know the day/hour in Matt 24:36?
21:51 – Has “Christianity” changed meaning post-Reformation?
31:15 – What does divine simplicity mean?
36:45 – Has the Roman Canon always been the same?
43:33 – Thoughts on Futurama?
48:24 – How can I return to the Church?
51:08 – Can ashes be mixed with a pet’s?
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56min
August 22, 2025#12338 Proving Every Catholic Sacrament from the Bible – Part 2 - Karlo Broussard
“What is the role of the Holy Spirit in the sacraments?” This episode explores the vital connection between the Holy Spirit and the sacraments, while also addressing how to explain their significance to non-Catholics, the necessity of certain sacraments for salvation, and the relationship between sacraments and the Church’s authority.
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Questions Covered:
03:00 – What is the role of the Holy Spirit in the sacraments?
12:15 – How can we explain the importance of the sacraments to someone who is not Catholic?
22:45 – Are there any sacraments that are not necessary for salvation?
35:30 – How do the sacraments relate to the concept of faith and works?
47:00 – Can you discuss the relationship between the sacraments and the Church’s authority?
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56min
August 21, 2025#12337 Proving Every Catholic Sacrament from the Bible – Part 1 - Karlo Broussard
“Are Sacraments Biblical?” This episode tackles the claim that the Catholic Church’s seven sacraments lack biblical support, addressing foundational questions about God’s grace through outward signs. Discover the scriptural basis for baptism’s saving power, the distinct nature of Confirmation, and the authority behind Confession, all rooted in Scripture.
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Questions Covered:
07:00 – Some Christians claim the Catholic Church’s seven sacraments aren’t in the Bible at all. How do you respond to that broad objection?
17:00 – Let’s start at the foundation — where in Scripture do we see the idea that God communicates grace through outward signs?
23:40 – Baptism is accepted by most Christians, but Catholics see it as more than a symbol. What’s the biblical evidence for baptism actually saving us?
42:28 – Many people say Confirmation is just a Catholic “add-on.” What are the scriptural roots for a sacrament distinct from baptism?
06:23 – When it comes to the Eucharist, the biblical debate can get intense. How do you show from Scripture that Jesus meant His words—“This is my body”—literally?
16:50 – But what about when Jesus says, “Do this in remembrance of me”? Doesn’t that prove that the Eucharist merely a meal in which we recollect on the tings that Jesus did?
29:20 – Confession to a priest is one of the hardest for non-Catholics to accept. Where does the Bible show that God gave men the authority to forgive sins?
32:50 – Anointing of the Sick is sometimes seen as “Last Rites” only. How do the Scriptures present this sacrament, and does it match Catholic practice?
41:42 – Marriage as a sacrament—some say the Bible just sees it as a natural institution. How do you show from Scripture that it’s a channel of grace?
48:10 – Holy Orders—where in the Bible do we see a distinct, ordained priesthood in the New Covenant?
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56min
August 21, 2025#12336 Canadian Death Culture and “Is This Rude?” Quiz - Christopher Check
Canadian Death Culture and “Is This Rude?” Quiz
It’s another Flannel Panel, join Cy, Chris, and Joe as they talk about what’s going on in the world today!
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Questions Covered:
07:00 – Is It Rude Quiz
19:02 – Canadian Death Culture
46:20 – Flannel Panel Recommends
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56min
August 20, 2025#12335 Over 1 Million Young Catholics Gather for Pope Leo! | Flannel Panel - Christopher Check
Over 1 Million Young Catholics Gather for Pope Leo!
It’s another Flannel Panel, join Cy, Chris, and Joe as they talk about what’s going on in the world today!
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Questions Covered:
07:45 – One Million Youths Gathered with The Pope
28:40 – Are we getting Ruder?
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56min

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