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#12634 How Should We Approach Modesty? Culture, Dress, and Respect - Catherine Rose Mar 18, 2026

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“How should we approach modesty?” This question opens a discussion on the cultural sensitivities surrounding dress and respect. The conversation also touches on how the Church can promote proper attire at Mass and the responsibilities men have regarding custody of the eyes, highlighting the importance of respectful presentation in a faith community.

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Questions Covered:

33:33 – How do we consider the different geographic and culture sensitivities to dress when it comes to modesty?
40:27 – How can the Church restore a renewed sense of proper and respectful dress at Mass?
44:29 – What responsibility do men have when it comes to custody of the eyes?
51:45 – At her parish the pastor has instilled a presentable dress code for volunteers during Mass which is setting and example for the congregation.

#12633 Why Oppose Assisted Suicide? – Why Are You Pro-Choice? - Emily Dinneny Mar 17, 2026

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“Why oppose assisted suicide?” This question opens a discussion on the complexities of suffering and the value of life, touching on personal experiences of trauma and the lack of resources for healing. The conversation also addresses the role of legislation in protecting the unborn and the implications for fathers in abortion decisions, highlighting the multifaceted nature of these ethical issues.

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Questions Covered:

12:54 – Why would we be against wanting to end their own life if they are suffering?
21:00 – I was abused growing up and considered assisted suicide and didn’t have the resources necessary to deal with the trauma.
32:22 – Is legislation the most grace filled way to protect the unborn?
41:18 – What is the Church’s stance on passing legislation that would punish abortion providers and people who procure abortions; should they be punished as murderers?
48:32 – What about Father’s who are completely left out of the decision if the child is aborted or not?

#12632 How to Respond to Jesus as “Just a Wise Teacher” - Tom Nash Mar 17, 2026

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“How do we respond to the claim Jesus was just a wise teacher?” This question opens a discussion on the true nature of Christ, while also addressing concerns from new converts about finding a parish in communion with Rome, the historical use of priestly vestments, and the implications of Jesus’ words in John 20:17 regarding the hypostatic union.

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Questions Covered:

01:45 – How do we respond to the Claim Jesus was Just a Wise Teacher?
10:56 – I’m new to the faith, getting baptized soon, and I’m going back into the Army. I’ve seen a lot of heretical things in parishes. As I move to a new station, how do I navigate making sure I’m in a parish and diocese that is in communion with Rome?
18:56 – When did Catholic priests start using vestments?
22:07 – I am dogsitting for a family member who is out of town, and they have tarot cards in the house. What should I do with them?
30:49 – In John 20:17 Jesus calls God “my God and your God.” Is Jesus worshipping the Father because of the hypostatic union? Would that have also been the case before the Incarnation? Does the Holy Spirit worship the Father?
36:49 – If Jesus would be born today, would he still have died for our sins, considering how bad things are?
43:58 – When Moses wrote the creation story, what were his sources — where did he get it from?
48:40 – I am in OCIA. I am feeling spiritual attacks and temptation to backslide. Are these attacks to be expected as I enter the final weeks before entering the Church?
50:57 – What are good books to read or something to listen to learn about the faith? I watch you guys and Joe Heschmeyer. I want to dive into some more source material, like the stuff you guys draw from.
53:20 – Why is Joseph not mentioned much in the Bible?

#12631 Did Jesus Fulfill the Messiah Prophecy? Pilate, Infalibility - William Albrecht Mar 16, 2026

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“Did Jesus fulfill the prophecy of the Messiah?” This question opens a discussion that also touches on why Pilate didn’t gather evidence during Jesus’ trial, the nature of Jesus’ last name, and the Church’s infallibility. The conversation navigates through various theological inquiries, providing clarity on these important topics.

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Questions Covered:

03:00 – Did Jesus Fulfill the Prophecy of the Messiah?
10:43 – When Jesus came before Pilate, why didn’t Pilate try to gather any kind of evidence?
14:27 – What is Jesus’ last name?
18:59 – How would you convince a Buddhist to become Catholic?
22:06 – Was Nestorius wrongly condemned at the counsel of Ephesus? Why were Chalcedonians accused of sounding Nestorian?
29:07 – When is the Church infallible and when is she not?
32:33 – If Jesus was a Jew, why are we not all Jewish?
36:34 – What is the Gospel of Thomas, who wrote it, and why is it considered an apocryphal book?
41:26 – Who was the human author of Genesis? Was it first an oral tradition that was written down later?
45:09 – Last week I thought I heard on this show that when Christ was crucified he set aside his divinity so he could fully experience the pain and suffering of sin. That sounds off to me, is that right?
53:14 – I am converting from a Jewish background. I’d like to share resources to the previous caller about being a Jewish Catholic.

#12630 What Made Jews Expect a Messiah? Altar Servers and St. Joseph - Jimmy Akin Mar 14, 2026

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What Made Jews Expect a Messiah?

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Questions Covered:

03:17 – What factors had the Jews expecting the messiah in the 1st century?
07:03 – Where is a good start when reading the Deuterocanonical books? Books Protestant bible doesn’t?
12:29 – Should Isaiah 65:20 be taken literally or symbolically?
19:30 – How do you decide what content to consume when reading or listening to videos?
28:42 – Why do people rip or tear garments so often in the Old Testament?
34:48 – What is the historical tradition behind male altar servers?
46:22 – What does the church know or teach about the life of St. Joseph?
50:51 – Could blasphemy of the Holy Spirit prevent Jeffrey Dahmer Baptism from being valid?

#12629 Were the Gospels Written Earlier? Eucharist and the Bible - Jimmy Akin Mar 13, 2026

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Were the Gospels Written Earlier?

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Questions Covered:

01:27 – Were the Gospels Written Earlier then We Were Taught?
14:44 – Why are pregnant women allowed to receive the Eucharist?
22:18 – When did the terms low, high and solemn high Mass develop for the Latin Mass?
28:45 – At what point should we take the bible stories more literally?
41:00 – Did Jesus descend into the Hell of the just? Is this different from Hell and why did Jesus need to do this?
45:36 – Why isn’t the book of Enoch in the Bible?

#12628 Where Do We See the Mass in Acts? Baptism and Confession - Tom Nash Mar 13, 2026

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“Where do we see the Mass in Acts of the Apostles?” This question opens a discussion on the early Church’s practices, alongside topics like defending infant baptism against claims of its necessity, and the significance of Jesus’ addition of “mind” in Mark 12:30. Other questions touch on the nature of confession and the papacy’s ties to Rome, showcasing a rich variety of theological inquiries.

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Questions Covered:

01:20 – Where do we see the Mass in Acts of the Apostles?
09:38 – How do we defend the baptism of infants? My co-worker says you just need faith and it’s not necessary to baptize babies.
17:52 – In Mark 12:30ff Jesus quotes the great shema. In Deuteronomy it says to love God with your whole heart, soul, and strength. Why does Mark add the word “mind” to that?
22:15 – Why do some people feel reluctant to go to confession?
28:39 – Is the papacy so tied to Rome that it could never be somewhere else? If Islam took over Europe could the pope be based somewhere else?
31:58 – Why isn’t the book of Maccabees in the King James Bible? I’m trying to talk about the faith with my Seventh Day Adventist family members.
41:00 – Mt 10:3 calls James son of Alpheus, and Mk 2:14-17 calls Levi the son of Alpheus. Could they be brothers?
44:17 – My grown children think we are living in a simulation. How can I counter this?
50:13 – You said the King James did not translate the deuterocan books. But I have two KJV Bibles that include the deuterocanonical books.
52:01 – I’ve been getting along with my new coworkers because they are Christian. But today Mary came up and they really attacked Catholic teaching on Mary. What can I say to them?

#12627 How Do You Make a Great Confession? Priests and Revelation - Tim Staples Mar 12, 2026

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“How do you make a great confession if you haven’t been in a long time?” This question opens a discussion on the sacrament of reconciliation, addressing the steps to prepare for confession. Other topics include the morality of working for a divorced employer and the concept of priests acting in persona Christi, providing a rich exploration of faith and practice.

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Questions Covered:

01:10 – How do you make a great confession if you haven’t been in a long time?
14:45 – Is it okay to work for an employer who is divorced? I told her not to get divorced because it’s against God but it’s a good job.
31:52 – Where do we get the idea of priests acting in persona christi?
43:30 – Until recently I’ve never never heard of the Synagogue of Satan. But I see it twice in the book of Revelation. What is it all about?

#12626 What Does the Bible Say About Confession and Mortal Sins - Tom Nash Mar 12, 2026

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“What does the Bible say about Confession?” This episode addresses the significance of confession in the Catholic faith, alongside questions about whether one should confess venial sins, how priests maintain confidentiality, and the necessity of confession before receiving communion. The discussion also touches on the nature of mortal sins and the concept of perfect contrition.

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Questions Covered:

08:53 – Should I go to confession if I don’t have any mortal sins, since my venial sins are forgiven at Mass?
11:49 – How can priests keep all these confessions confidential? They see their parishioners all the time, how do they not slip?
17:11 – Do you need to go to confession every time before taking communion?
19:35 – When I confess my sins I don’t say how many times. But I heard I should be saying the number of times.
31:16 – What are the mortal sins?
39:24 – Regarding priests keeping the seal of confession — how would it even benefit a priest to talk about a confession, even if they don’t reveal who the person is?
41:42 – I’m in OCIA and my wife isn’t. I’m trying to help her understand why we don’t just confess to our hearts directly to God.
45:25 – I was baptized presbyterian and became Catholic last year. Sometimes I remember a sin from my pre-Catholic life that I didn’t mention in my first confession. Do I need to confess those?
48:26 – If you have committed a mortal sin and die before going to confession, I understand you’re good if you have perfect confession. But what exactly is perfect contrition?
50:40 – Is the withdrawal method a mortal sin?

#12625 Where Does the Church Stand on Neuralink and Ethics? - Fr. Tad Pacholczyk Mar 11, 2026

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“Where does the Church stand on the ethics of Neuralink?” This question opens a discussion on the intersection of technology and morality, while also addressing the ethical considerations surrounding frozen embryos and the implications of pharmaceutical birth control methods. Additionally, the conversation touches on the responsibilities of attorneys in providing ethical healthcare advice in line with Catholic teaching.

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Questions Covered:

01:30 – Where does the Church stand on the ethics of Neuralink?
18:32 – We have frozen embryos from before we became Catholic. What is the ethical way to handle them?
33:50 – Do all pharmaceutical birth control methods prevent implantation of the embryo?
42:14 – I’m an attorney. What do I need to know to give good ethical advice about healthcare directives? I have clients that want things that might contradict Catholic teaching. Can I not draft the document for them?

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