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May 15, 2025#12196 Why Be Catholic If God Isn’t Catholic? And More From Non-Catholics - Joe Heschmeyer
If God isn’t bound to any denomination, why should anyone be Catholic? We unpack the meaning behind this popular objection and explain how the Catholic Church sees itself as the fullness of the faith Christ established—not a limit on God’s grace.
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Questions covered:
05:56 – What was Jesus doing when he descended into hell?
15:11 – Why are you Catholic if God is not Catholic?
47:01 – I don’t believe that Catholicism is biblical? CCC 1321 says the opposite of 1 Jn 1:9, 5:13, And Hebrews 10:14
56 min
May 14, 2025#12195 Is Pope Leo XIV Liberal or Conservative? And More From Non-Catholics - Joe Heschmeyer
Is Pope Leo Liberal or Conservative?
With the election of Pope Leo XIV, many are asking where he stands. Is he liberal, conservative, or something else entirely? We explore his early actions, public tone, and what that might mean for the future of the Church.
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Questions covered:
07:54 – Is Pope Leo XIV liberal or conservative?
13:58 – I don’t find joining organized religion. I find that it corrupts morality.
19:48 – I’m Protestant. Who do you worship? The Pope or Jesus? My daughter left religion because she was told that she was not allowed to receive communion in the Catholic Church after they discovered we were Anglican.
36:06 – What’s the basis for purgatory?
46:50 – What is the apostleship argument and why is it used against the doctrine of Apostolic Succession?
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56 min
May 14, 2025 #12194 Is the Papacy Biblical—or Just a Temporary Office? - Joe Heschmeyer
Many Protestants argue the pope was never meant to lead the Church long-term. We examine biblical and historical evidence for the papacy, Peter’s unique role, and how the Church has understood this office from the beginning.
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Questions Covered:
0:03:00 – Is the papacy unbiblical or a temporary office?0:07:30 – Does the Bible ever say Peter went to Rome?0:11:30 – How does 1 Peter 5:13 support Peter’s presence in Rome?0:14:30 – Did Peter and Paul really found the church in Rome together?0:16:30 – Does Paul rebuking Peter disprove papal authority?0:19:30 – Can a pope be fallible or rebuked for his actions?0:23:00 – Is the real Protestant objection that we don’t need structure, sacraments, or hierarchy?0:25:30 – What does the temple veil really mean for Christian worship?0:29:00 – If Jesus is the only mediator, why do we have priests or popes?0:32:30 – Does the Eucharist show that Christian priesthood is still valid?0:36:00 – What’s the real difference between Catholicism and Orthodoxy on the papacy?0:39:30 – Is the Pope really just “first among equals”?0:42:00 – What does Irenaeus say about Rome’s authority and apostolic succession?0:45:00 – Did Pope John Paul II suggest the papacy could look different in the future?0:47:30 – Is the complexity of the modern papacy a sign of corruption or growth?0:50:00 – Does celibacy contradict Peter’s example?0:53:00 – Was Peter actually married during his apostleship?0:55:00 – Is the Pope the Antichrist and the Church the Whore of Babylon?
56 min
May 13, 2025#12193 Did Paul’s Rebuke of Peter Undermine the Papacy? - Joe Heschmeyer
In Galatians, Paul publicly rebukes Peter—but does that disprove papal authority? We unpack what really happened in Antioch and why the Church still holds Peter as the first pope, even amid correction and scandal.
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Questions Covered:
03:22 – Why do people object to the Pope’s role in the Church?
06:40 – Isn’t the papacy unbiblical and not meant to persist beyond Peter?
10:35 – Does the Bible ever say Peter was in Rome?
14:20 – What does “Babylon” mean in 1 Peter 5:13, and how is that connected to Rome?
17:15 – Didn’t Paul co-found the Church in Rome with Peter?
20:05 – Paul rebuked Peter—doesn’t that undermine papal authority?
25:18 – Was Peter’s behavior in Antioch heretical or just scandalous?
30:40 – Doesn’t Galatians 2 show Peter as just another apostle, not a leader?
34:25 – Why do Protestants say we don’t need a Pope if Jesus tore the temple veil?
39:12 – Does Jesus as sole mediator mean there’s no place for the Pope or priests?
43:50 – Why is Hebrews 10 crucial to properly understanding the torn temple veil?
47:00 – Is priesthood abolished in the New Testament?
50:10 – What does 1 Corinthians 10 tell us about sacrifice, the Eucharist, and priests?
54:45 – Why is there a structural Protestant objection to the papacy?
56 min
May 13, 2025#12192 Why Do Non-Catholics Have to Go Through OCIA Before Joining the Church? - Karlo Broussard
If someone wants to become Catholic, why not just let them in? We explain the purpose of OCIA, its roots in Church tradition, and how it helps prepare hearts and minds for full communion with the Catholic Church.
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Questions covered:
04:54 – Why do non-Catholics who want to join the Church need to go through OCIA instead of just joining immediately?
14:33 – How is the Catholic Church’s apostolic succession compare to what other churches believe?
21:43 – How does the intercession of the saints work when the Bible says that men are appointed to die once, and then face judgement?
28:53 – I go to church every once in a while with my family and I take communion, but I heard that I’m not supposed to do that. What are the rules?
40:30 – Is Jesus’ renaming of Simon the reason why the pope takes a different name?
44:09 – I have a hard time accepting the perpetual virginity of Mary. I don’t think she’d want to refuse giving Joseph as many sons as possible, and John’s Gospel clearly mentions brothers of Jesus.
56 min
May 12, 2025#12191 Is a Non-Catholic Guilty of Mortal Sin If They Reject Catholic Teaching? - Karlo Broussard
If a non-Catholic knowingly rejects Catholic teaching and commits a grave sin, are they just as culpable as a Catholic? We explore moral responsibility, Church teaching on invincible ignorance, and how conscience and knowledge affect culpability.
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Questions covered:
06:53 – I read in the Catechism that you need to be in the state of grace to receive the sacrament of confirmation. What happens if you’re not?
18:24 – If a Catholic and a non-Catholic both do something that’s a mortal sin, and they both know what the Catholic Church teaches, is the non-Catholic also culpable for mortal sin?
28:45 – Was there anything Pope Francis actually did to change any teachings in the Catholic Church?
35:04 – Why did the Catholic Church need to dogmatize the Assumption of Mary?
43:31 – What is the practical effect that the pope has on the world when he makes a pronouncement or encourages the world, considering most of the world isn’t Catholic and doesn’t have reason to listen to him?
50:12 – How does the Pope’s authority compare to the Bible’s?
56 min
May 10, 2025#12190 Is Vatican I Rooted in the Early Church? A Look at First-Century Echoes - Jimmy Akin
Did the teachings of Vatican I—like papal primacy and infallibility—suddenly appear in the 19th century, or do they have roots in the early Church? In this episode, Karlo Broussard explores whether first-century Christianity shows signs of the very authority Vatican I defined. From Peter’s leadership to early documents like First Clement, we trace the continuity between apostolic Christianity and conciliar declarations, helping you respond to historical objections with clarity and confidence.
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Questions Covered:
04:59 – How can we avoid begging the question against the Catholic faith when talking to Orthodox?
12:34 – Does sitting in adoration impart grace?
18:46 – If sacrifice is the only actual worship, how is it that the offering of the Eucharist, worship of Jesus if we’re offering his own body?
18:46 – If sacrifice is the only actual worship, how is it that the offering of the Eucharist, worship of Jesus if we’re offering his own body?
21:26 – Why was Jesus’ death so horrific but the sacrifice of Isaac didn’t seem like it was as brutal?
31:44 – If all the angels were created in a perfect state, what inclined them to their first sin?
36:23 – I believe that being elevated as one of the greatest like Mary and John was because of their humility. What are your thoughts?
42:14 – Are the teachings of Vatican 1 apparent in the first century?
47:35 – I know that communion on the hand was allowed recently but was the intended form palm to mouth? When did picking it up with our fingers and placing it into our mouth specifically allowed?
50:52 – I’m a new convert. How does the Church view the imparting of the Holy Spirit and Pentecost?
56 min
May 09, 2025#12189 What Does the Church Teach on Pregnancy Complications and Abortion? - Jimmy Akin
When pregnancy complications threaten the life of the mother, what does the Catholic Church actually teach? In this episode, Karlo Broussard clarifies the Church’s position on morally complex medical cases. He explains the principle of double effect, what treatments are permissible, and why direct abortion is never considered a moral solution—even in rare or tragic circumstances. If you’ve heard myths about what the Church requires in these cases, this episode brings clarity and compassion.
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Questions Covered:
19:17 – What does the church teach on rare pregnancy complications and abortion?
34:20 – Is hocus pocus taken from the Latin of the words of consecration? Is it similar to book bell and candle?
43:03 – What does attachment to sin mean?
48:09 – At what point does a cardinal who is elected pope pick their new name?
51:03 – Is Mary considered the highest creature? If so, how does that relate to how Jesus says John the Baptist is the greatest?
56 min
May 09, 2025#12188 Where Can I Learn Catholic Social Teaching? Resources for Beginners - Tim Staples
Curious about Catholic Social Teaching but don’t know where to start? In this episode, Karlo Broussard points you to essential resources—from magisterial documents to accessible books—that will help you understand the Church’s teaching on human dignity, the common good, subsidiarity, and solidarity. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to go deeper, this episode lays the groundwork for learning how Catholicism speaks to politics, economics, and justice.
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Questions Covered:
28:50 – I went to a communion service where the female minister was standing in the sanctuary behind the altar. Is this allowed?
31:47 – Are there any resources you can offer to me where I can learn more about Catholic Social Teaching?
40:59 – How much can we read into Pope Leo’s Augustinian background?
49:34 – Does the indulgences the pope gave today at his blessing affect those who are in mortal sin?
56 min
May 08, 2025#12187 Why Leo XIV? What the New Pope’s Name Might Be Telling Us - William Albrecht
Why did the new pope choose the name Leo XIV? In this episode, we explore the possible historical, theological, and symbolic significance of the name “Leo”—from Leo the Great to Leo XIII—and what it might reveal about the new pope’s priorities, vision, and identity. Karlo Broussard also discusses whether this signals a moderate papacy and how the choice reflects on the Church’s current moment.
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Questions Covered:
18:28 – What are your thoughts on why he chose the name Leo XIV? Do you think he will be a moderate?
22:06 – Can we receive communion at a Orthodox church?
24:19 – What are some general guidelines in discerning satanic resistance vs God closing the door?
30:13 – Do you think the resurgence of traditional Catholicism in the US gave the idea that we were ready to have an American pope? That we are no longer looked upon as a wild card?
30:13 – Do you think the resurgence of traditional Catholicism in the US gave the idea that we were ready to have an American pope? That we are no longer looked upon as a wild card?
34:15 – The new Pope has a degree in Math. Could his papal blessing also impart more math knowledge?
37:41 – I think Cy’s book Ad Limina was a great parallel to what we have now. What are your thoughts on those parallels?
44:18 – What are your thoughts on the general name Leo and the historical significance of Leo III?
49:00 – What’s the difference between Catholicism and Episcopalians?
56 min