The Catholic Talk Show

In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan Scheel interviews Dr. Ryan Hanning from Catholics Come Home about the huge number of converts that joined the Catholic Church this Easter.

Episode #359:

00:00 Why Catholics Are Coming Home

02:53 The Role of Media in Faith Reconnection

05:49 Understanding the Hunger for God

08:31 The Digital Counter-Reformation

11:22 Meeting People Where They Are

14:11 Cultural Whiplash and the Search for Truth

25:06 Engaging the Community

28:33 The Rise of Young Men in Faith

33:48 Record Numbers of New Converts

38:16 The Church's Revolutionary Message

43:36 Inviting Others Back to Faith

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In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, & Fr. Michael share things you may have not know about The Eucharist.

00:00 Introduction to the Eucharist

04:34 The Significance of the Eucharistic Host

09:15 Low Gluten Hosts and Their Importance

17:51 Understanding the Tabernacle

20:46 Disposing of the Eucharist

23:54 The Differences in Eucharistic Practices

28:32 The Obligation of Receiving Communion

31:28 Understanding the Presence of Christ in the Eucharist

33:09 Consecration and the Validity of the Sacraments

42:19 The Significance of the Monstrance

44:19 The Eucharist and Its Distribution

46:16 Final Thoughts on the Eucharist

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In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, & Fr. Michael share what happens during the seminary education process and how it forms future Catholic priests.

00:00 What Seminary Is Really Like

00:03:45 How the Church Forms Priests

00:05:20 Becoming a Man of Prayer & Discipline

00:07:15 The Seminary Journey (Stages & Timeline)

00:09:51 What You Study in Seminary

00:18:18 A Day in the Life

00:26:28 Brotherhood, Culture & Challenges

00:44:38 Discernment to Ordination

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In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, & Fr. Michael share the Biblical verses and support for Catholic teachings and practices.

00:00 Introduction

02:54 The Role of the Pope

13:21 Confession and Forgiveness

22:17 Church Authority and Tradition

43:16 The Eucharist

52:15 Intercession of Saints

58:01 Purgatory

1:09:05 Relics and Their Significance

1:14:07 The Hail Mary and Rosary

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In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan ask Fr. Michael the top 10 most searched questions about Catholic Priests.

00:00 Intro

01:42 Why Do Catholic Priests Wear Black?

02:49 Why Do Catholic Priests Wear A Collar?

08:40 Why Do Catholic Priests Wear Robes?

11:20 Why Can't Catholic Priests Get Married?

20:20 Do Catholic Priests Pay Taxes?

23:52 Can Catholic Priests Drink Alcohol?

24:31 Why Are Priests Called Father?

31:02 Why Do Priests Move Parishes?

35:10 What Do Priests Do For Fun?

36:27 Do Catholic Priests Retire?

37:40 Are Catholic Priests Gay?

42:07 Are Priests Mandatory Reporters?

48:39 Are Catholic Priests Holy?

50:18 Are Catholic Priests Happy?

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In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, and Fr. Michael share what priests actually hear during confession (without breaking the seal)

00:00 The Seal of Confession

05:05 What Do Priests Actually Hear in Confession?

10:31 Common Sins Confessed

20:55 The Transformative Power of Confession

28:11 The Nature of Sin and Forgiveness

32:52 Scrupulosity

36:42 Understanding Mortal and Venial Sins

39:19 How Penance is Chosen

50:41 The Process of Absolution and Its Challenges

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In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, quizzes Fr. Michael & Ryan on quotes from saints, popes, and the Bible to see if they can tell which are real and which are fake.

00:00 Introduction to the Game of Quotes

02:15 Quote #1

03:48 Quote #2

05:32 Quote #3

06:57 Quote #4

08:23 Quote #5

10:20 Quote #6

11:49 Quote #7

14:06 Quote #8

15:52 Quote #9

18:58 Quote #10

20:16 Quote #11

21:11 Quote #12

22:12 Quote #13

23:39 Quote #14

25:03 Quote #15

26:30 Quote #16

27:38 Quote #17

28:26 Support Us

30:07 Join Us In The Holy Land

31:11 Quote #18

33:00 Wrapping It Up

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In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, and Fr. Michael dive into 10 lost Catholic Lent traditions that once shaped the Church’s penitential season—and why they’re worth reviving today.

00:00 Rediscovering Lent: Forgotten Traditions

02:51 The Evolution of Lenten Practices

05:34 The Hallelujah Burial

08:12 The Stripping of Altars and Veiling of Statues

11:17 Public Penitence

13:59 The Impact of Fasting and Deprivation

16:45 Cultural Reflections on Lent

19:28 The Role of Community in Lenten Observance

24:36 Cultural Practices During Lent

26:34 Exodus 40: A New Lent Program

28:09 Hallow App: Enhancing Lenten Practices

33:12 Exorcisms and Scrutinies

33:44 The Power of the Penitential Psalms

36:27 The Sign of Peace: A Lenten Reflection

38:06 Sundays During Lent: A Day of Reprieve

40:08 Personal Sacrifices: Sharing Lent Experiences

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In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan is joined by Alex Jones from Hallow to talk about Celebrity Catholic Influencers like Mark Wahlberg, Jonathan Roumie, Gwen Stefani, and others.

02:53 Innovative Partnerships with Celebrities

06:08 The Role of Influencers in Evangelization

09:09 Creating Content with Celebrities

12:12 Navigating Celebrity Partnerships

15:09 Real-Life Impact of Hallow's Outreach

18:09 Following Divine Guidance in Decision Making

22:17 Embracing the Season of Lent

29:58 Engaging Children in Faith Through Stories

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In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan is joined by Actor & Producer David Henrie to talk about finding God and his new series "Seeking Beauty"

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