Catholic Theology Show

By Ave Maria University

Presented by Ave Maria University, Dr. Michael Dauphinais, Chair and Professor of Theology, sits down with colleagues and friends to discuss Catholic theology. Ave Maria is a Catholic University locat... more

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The podcast currently has 128 episodes available.

Catholic Theology Show episodes:

March 04, 2025Can Marketing Be Catholic? w/ Neil Watson
How can Catholics integrate their faith with modern business practices, particularly in marketing?
Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais interviews Neil Watson, adjunct professor of business and Director of Marketing at Ave Maria University, about the intersection of Catholic social teaching and business ethics. Watson explores how the Church's teachings on human dignity, work, and the common good can inform ethical marketing practices. Throughout their discussion, they emphasize that economic activity—when properly ordered—can contribute to human flourishing and even become a means of sanctification.

Resources:
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Ave Maria University Faculty Page for Neil Watson
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1h
February 25, 2025Rediscovering Sin and Grace Through C.S. Lewis’ Perelandra w/ Joseph Pearce
How can C.S. Lewis’Perelandrahelp us rethink the Genesis story and its relevance to the modern world?
Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais and Joseph Pearce, frequent guest and Visiting Professor of Literature at Ave Maria University, explore the next book in C.S. Lewis’ space trilogy,Perelandra - a retelling of Genesis that illuminates free will, sin, and grace. They discuss Lewis’ use of myth to reawaken humanity’s understanding of creation, temptation, and divine providence, highlighting the themes of human freedom, the acceptance of suffering, and the call to join God’s "great dance."
Resources:
Annunciation Circle (Ave Maria University Monthly Giving Community)
Ave Maria University website
Learn more from Joseph Pearce on his website
Discover Joseph Pearce’s works on Amazon
Listen to our previous episode featuring Joseph Pearce here
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51min
February 18, 2025Chastity and Mercy in a Secular World w/ Bishop Erik Varden
How do welive chastely in a world consumed by distractions, desires, and secular notions of fulfillment?
Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais and Bishop Erik Varden of Trondheim explore chastity as a path to personal integration and spiritual renewal. Drawing from Bishop Varden’s bookChastity: Reconciliation of the Senses, they discuss cultural misconceptions, the healing power of mercy, and how vulnerability and grace transform the human heart. A thoughtful conversation on living Christian virtue in a secular world.
Resources:
Annunciation Circle (Ave Maria University Monthly Giving Community)
Ave Maria University website
Learn more from Bishop Erik Varden on his website
Discover Bishop Erik Varden’s works on Amazon
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56min
February 11, 2025How Can We Obey Church and State? w/ Pater Edmund Waldstein
How do humility and obedience shape our relationship with authority, community, and God?
Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais and Pater Edmund Waldstein, a Cistercian monk and theologian, explore the role of humility and obedience in our relationship with authority, the church, and the common good. They discuss the balance between individual dignity and community, the necessity of authority, and how Catholic tradition offers a framework for navigating a flawed world while pursuing holiness.
Resources:
Annunciation Circle (Ave Maria University Monthly Giving Community)
Ave Maria University website
Discover Pater Edmund Waldstein’s blog Sancrucensis here
Explore Pater Edmund Waldstein’s contributions to The Josias here
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57min
February 04, 2025Grief, Trauma, and the Hope of Faith w/ Julia Sadusky
How can Catholics navigate grief and trauma while holding onto hope and faith?
Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais and Dr. Julia Sadusky, a licensed psychologist and Ave Maria University alumna,explore the complexities of grief, ambiguous losses, and trauma. They discuss the healing power of connection, routine, and faith, offering practical advice and reflecting on how Christian hope and the promise of eternal life provide strength in suffering.
Resources:
Annunciation Circle (Ave Maria University Monthly Giving Community)
Ave Maria University website
Learn more about Dr. Julia Sadusky and her work in her consulting practice, Lux Counseling.
Check out Dr. Sadusky’s latest books, including Start Talking to Your Kids about Sex and Talking with Your Teen about Sex, both published through Ave Maria Press, and her book with Mark Yarhouse, Emerging Gender Identities: Understanding the Diverse Experiences of Today's Youth.
Listen to our previous episode featuring Dr. Julia Sadusky here
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1h 2min
January 28, 2025Sharing the Catholic Faith with Generation Alpha w/ Ambrose Bean
How can today’s youth rediscover faith amidst a culture of secularism and distraction?
Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais sits down with Ambrose Bean, Ave Maria University alumnus, BA and MA in Theology, teacher, and author of Catholic Revival: A Rallying Cry to the Rising Generation in the Church. They discuss the personal nature of faith, the joy of knowing Jesus Christ, and how Catholics can renew the Church by inspiring the next generation to embrace their mission. Ambrose shares practical insights from his teaching and his work with the Bethlehem Society.
Resources:
Annunciation Circle (Ave Maria University Monthly Giving Community)
Ave Maria University website
Ambrose Bean’s faculty page on the Mount Royal Academy Faculty website
Ambrose Bean’s lectures compiled on the Bethlehem Society website
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58min
January 21, 2025How To Stay Faithful as a Catholic Theologian w/ Fr. Joseph Fessio
How can Catholics navigate modern theological challenges while staying true to the Church's tradition?
Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais speaks with Fr. Joseph Fessio, founder of Ignatius Press, about the enduring relevance of Catholic theology in addressing modern challenges. They discuss the influence of theologians like Ratzinger, von Balthasar, and de Lubac, the role of liturgy, and the importance of recovering tradition in a secular age. Fr. Fessio also highlights Ignatius Press’s efforts to foster orthodoxy through projects like the Catholic Study Bible and Ignatius Book Fairs.
Resources:
Annunciation Circle (Ave Maria University Monthly Giving Community)
Ave Maria University website
Fr. Fessio’s profile on Catholic Answers website
Ignatius Press’ website, the Catholic publishing house founded by Fr. Fessio
Fr. Cornelius Buckley’s biography on Fr. Fessios’s life and achievements on Amazon
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48min
January 14, 2025The Gospel in the Cosmos: Out of the Silent Planet by C. S. Lewis w/ Joseph Pearce
How can we recover a vision of the cosmos as a place filled with divine wonder and purpose?
Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais welcomes Joseph Pearce, Visiting Professor of Literature at Ave Maria University, to explore C.S. Lewis’s Out of the Silent Planet. Together, they discuss his vision of a cosmos filled with divine wonder and order. They examine Lewis’s critique of scientism, the harmony of creation, and the role of imagination in understanding humanity’s place within God’s design.
Resources:
Annunciation Circle (Ave Maria University Monthly Giving Community)
Ave Maria University website
Learn more from Joseph Pearce on his website
Discover Joseph Pearce’s works on Amazon
Listen to our previous episode featuring Joseph Pearce here
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55min
January 07, 2025The Bible in an Hour w/ Jeff Cavins
How does understanding the overarching story of Scripture deepen our faith?
Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais speaks with Jeff Cavins, creator of the Great Adventure Bible Study and co-host of the incredibly popular Bible in a Year podcast with Fr. Michael Schmitz, about understanding the Bible’s overarching narrative. They discuss how the Bible Timeline helps Catholics grasp salvation history, the role of the Psalms in prayer, and how Scripture deepens faith and unites us with Christ. Perfect for anyone seeking to rediscover God’s Word and grow in their spiritual life.
Resources:
Annunciation Circle (Ave Maria University Monthly Giving Community)
Ave Maria University website
Jeff Cavin’s official website
Jeff Cavins’ Author Page on Amazon
The Jeff Cavins Show podcast website
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1h 1min
December 31, 2024Why You Should Read Augustine’s Confessions Today w/ Fr. Kevin Grove
What can St. Augustine teach us about grace, memory, and our search for identity in a restless world?
Today, Dr. Michael Dauphinais sits down with Fr. Kevin Grove, a Holy Cross priest and theology professor at Notre Dame, to discuss Augustine’s timeless insights. They explore themes from Confessions, including grace, the whole Christ, and recovering our identity in God, offering practical and spiritual takeaways for navigating today’s challenges.
Resources:
Annunciation Circle (Ave Maria University Monthly Giving Community)
Ave Maria University website
Fr. Grove’s faculty page on the University of Notre Dame website
Fr. Grove’s biography and publications on Ave Maria Press website
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57min

FAQs about Catholic Theology Show:

How many episodes does Catholic Theology Show have?

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