Spider-Man actor Tom Holland quits social media, citing mental health. How the 18th-century economist Adam Smith (of all people!) might be able to help Tom (and us) focus on the right things. Plus: a nun builds something truly “powerful”, and a question about whether or not a Catholic who leaves the Church can go to heaven.

One of the most challenging—and challenged—Catholic dogmas is the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. How can we explain and defend it today?

Popular Bible teacher Beth Moore gets dragged on social media for a controversial post. Did she really go too far, or are people simply being too harsh? Callers jam the phone lines with passionate takes on either side of the debate. Plus: Cale takes calls from non-Catholics intrigued by our way of worship and Eucharistic realism.

Cale is joined by Christendom College professor Dr Christopher Shannon to discuss the passing of the legendary David McCullough, the value of history and salvation history, and Dr Shannon’s new book “American Pilgrimage”, which traces the growth of Catholicism in the New World.

In an age of rush and the never-ending quest for constant productivity at all costs, Cale examines the human need for “Sabbaths” — and how God in his wisdom knew that we would need them to be “forced” upon us. Also: a preview of the 2nd annual “Field of Dreams” game in the cornfields of Iowa, and its nostalgic slice of Americana. “If you build it, they will come!”

Cale returns from his east coast vacation and talks about the spiritual lessons he and his family learned while on holidays: the gift (and necessity) of God-given rest, and the crucial importance of the oft-neglected spiritual gift of hospitality. Plus: the legacy of one of the greatest saints of the 20th century on this, her feast day: St Teresa Benedicta of the Cross, perhaps better known as St. Edith Stein.

“Zero Dark Thirty” depicted torture at Guantanamo Bay. Meet a Catholic who was an interrogator there—and learn why a well-formed conscience isn’t optional in life. And, an all-important existential question: is beer a sports drink?

Cale uncovers the mysterious archaeological discoveries of zodiacs in Galilee. Did the people of God fall prey to paganism, or is there something else going on here? Plus: more faith, facts, and fun! 

https://www.catholic.com/tract/astrology

https://www.wsj.com/articles/worried-about-personal-data-leaks-heres-how-to-lock-down-your-phone-11656799748

Shakespeare said names are no biggie, but when it comes to people’s names in the Gospels, it’s absolutely HUGE when establishing the authenticity of the Gospels. PLUS: The real reason you’re working so much but can’t get anything done.

This year marks the 10 year anniversary of journalist Austin Tice’s abduction in Syria. Guest host Brooke Taylor is joined by Austin’s mother Debra Tice to discuss efforts which are underway for her son’s release. Dr. Pat Castle joins Brooke Taylor on the Cale Clarke show to talk about Life Runners and the importance of Faith and Fitness.