The Catholic Gentleman - John Heinen, Sam Guzman, Devin Schadt

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Chivalry In The Modern World Sep 22, 2021

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In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John meet with the one and only Charles Coulombe to discuss modern chivalry. They discuss the death of chivalry and how society is in desperate need of more chivalrous men. They go into how an allegiance to the Church and all her teachings is at the essence of authentic knighthood and masculinity.

In this episode we discuss;

The demise of modern society
12 books on chivalry every man should know
How men are called to be knights for our time
The history of knighthood
The effects of poor leadership
And More

Charles Coulombe, is an American author, historian, and lecturer. He has appeared on Fox, ABC, BBC, National Catholic Register, Catholic Herald, and dozens of other notable locations. He is the author of 15 books including Vicars of Christ: A History of the Popes, Blessed Emperor Charles: the Legacy of a Holy monarch, and A Catholic quest for the Holy Grail. He can be found regularly on Tumblar House on both the website and Youtube Channel. Enjoy his weekly show “Off The Menu”.

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How To Be A Successful Man Sep 15, 2021

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In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John discuss how true success in life is measured. They bring up the pitfalls and temptations that men face in their pursuit of success and the best ways to overcome and triumph for God.

In this episode we discuss;

The world's view of success
3 prayers that a man can focus on daily to become successful
The paradox of success
How God views success
And More

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Catholics, Alcohol, And Drinking Sep 08, 2021

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In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John are joined by Michael Foley, the author of Drinking with the Saints, to discuss how we can drink alcohol and smoke a pipe while still growing in holiness. We talk about how the Church understands alcohol consumption and how Michael came to write these books. Be sure to listen all the way through so you can learn how to enter into the book drawing.

In this episode we discuss;

Why Catholics don't think drinking is immoral
How enjoying a cigar can be holy
Tips for achieving moderation
The best Catholic cocktails and how to make some
And More

Dr. Michael P. Foley is a Professor of Patristics in the Great Texts Program at Baylor University, a Professor of Theology at the Aquinas Institute, and the author of approximately 350 articles and fourteen books, including The Politically Incorrect Guide to Christianity, Drinking with the Saints, Drinking with Saint Nick, and Drinking with Your Patron Saints. Mike and his wife Alexandra live in Waco, Texas with their six children, twelve chickens, two turtles, one dog, and 12,000 bees.

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Books:

Drinking with the Saints

Drinking with Your Patron Saint

Drinking with St. Nick

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7 Lost Catholic Traditions And Why We Need To Bring Them Back Sep 01, 2021

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In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John discuss some incredibly rich traditions within the Catholic Church and the sad decline in our modern times to actively practicing them. These practices have been either marginalized or forgotten but have great value for the Church and our individual pursuit of holiness.

In this episode we discuss;

The spiritual benefits to these lost traditions
The call to each man to start practicing them
How your acceptance of these traditions will better your life
And more

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SPECIAL: The Drink of the Vikings, Older Than Beer or Wine Aug 29, 2021

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It was the favorite drink of Vikings. It's made from simple, natural ingredients. It's one of the most ancient alcoholic drinks in existence. It's mead!

In this special episode, Sam speaks with master meadmaker, Ricky Klein of Groennfell Meadery. They discuss:

the history and origins of mead as a beverage
the many different styles of mead
making mead at home
where you can buy authentic mead
and more...

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3 Ways Technology Is Destroying Your Life Aug 25, 2021

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In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, John and Sam meet with Josh Hochschild, co-author of A Mind At Peace, to discuss the fact that modern technology is designed with the human person as the product to be sold, and how the addictive elements are disrupting and deadening our relationship with God, our family and friends, and ourselves. We also discuss the hierarchy of virtues a man needs to work on to regain control of his faculties and grow in holiness.

In this episode we discuss;

How technology is here to stay but does NOT need to control us
How the perennial teachings of the Church can still be used for this combat
How each of us struggle and have certain practices we use to stay disciplined
And more

Joshua P. Hochschild is Professor of Philosophy and Director of Philosophy, Politics and Economics at Mount St. Mary’s University, where he also served six years as the inaugural Dean of the College of Liberal Arts. In addition to scholarly articles and books in medieval logic, metaphysics, ethics and social thought, his writing has appeared in Commonweal, First Things, Front Porch Republic, and the Wall Street Journal. He is co-author (with Christopher O. Blum) of A Mind at Peace: Reclaiming an Ordered Soul in the Age of Distraction (2017) and for 2020-21 he is President of the American Catholic Philosophical Association. He and his wife and their four children live in Emmitsburg, Maryland.

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Learn More about Josh at https://directory.msmary.edu/people/joshua-hochschild.html

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20 Skills Every Man Should Have Aug 18, 2021

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In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, John and Sam discuss the fact that we as gentlemen desire to be competent and capable in the world. A man wants to know (or at least feel like he knows) that no matter what situation he’s placed in, he’ll be able to handle himself — to act rather than react.

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In this episode we discuss;

Practical Skills Every Man Should Develop
Relationship Skills
Spiritual Practices and Disciplines
And more

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How Every Man Should Lead The Spirituality of His Family Aug 11, 2021

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In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, John and Sam discuss the role of a husband and father as the spiritual head of the family. Through the conversation, they challenge men to take a more active role in fostering a vibrant domestic church and provide tangible steps on how this can be achieved. True manliness is not about assuming a passive or subservient role in matters of your family's faith. True manliness is about having the courage to charitably plan and guide.

In this episode we discuss;

The unfortunate passivity lived in the lives of many modern husbands and fathers
Non-negotiable spiritual practices to take as a family
Negotiable spiritual disciplines that are filled with meaning and are great traditions
Overall atmosphere that can help in your domestic church
And More

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Is Separation Of Church And State A Good Thing? (w/ Dr. Scott Hahn) Aug 04, 2021

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In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, John and Sam are joined by Dr. Scott Hahn to discuss the moral decay and decline of right order in society. We get into how separation of church and state is not of divine origin and how an inability to admit this creates a false reality that leads to injustice towards God. Let us all take on the responsibility to bring God's natural and divine law to renew the mind of society.

In this episode we discuss;

What are the Root Causes of the Crisis Society is in
How College Students Today are Unprepared to Think
How the Renewal of the Mind is Needed Today More Than Ever
How Lack of Zeal for Life is Not the Issue
Dr. Scott Hahn's Work to Bring About Change and Order to Society
And More...

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7 Things A Man Needs To Learn The Hard Way Jul 28, 2021

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In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, John and Sam discuss the life lessons that men have to learn to mature and grow in wisdom, holiness, and virtue. Going through life with an attempt to avoid difficulties and suffering will stunt your development as a man and lead to selfishness. We both get honest about our youthful immaturity and how God has worked in our weakness to make us stronger men.

In this episode we discuss;