Episodes

  • Real or Fake? Saint Quotes Quiz!

    Real or Fake? Saint Quotes Quiz!
    Feb 23 2026
    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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    36 mins
  • 10 Forgotten Catholic Lent Traditions

    10 Forgotten Catholic Lent Traditions
    Feb 16 2026
    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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    51 mins
  • Celebrity "Catholic Influencers" On Hallow?

    Celebrity "Catholic Influencers" On Hallow?
    Feb 12 2026
    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. 00:00 Introduction to Hallow and Its Mission 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    38 mins
  • Seeking God & Beauty (With David Henrie)

    Seeking God & Beauty (With David Henrie)
    Feb 9 2026
    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" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    37 mins
  • Tier Ranking Every Modern Pope

    Tier Ranking Every Modern Pope
    Jan 26 2026
    In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan rank every pope in the modern era (1846-2025) from Pius IX to Leo XIV 00:00 Ranking the Modern Popes 02:57 Pope Paul VI 06:58 Pope Pius IX: 09:28 Pope John Paul I 12:15 Pope Benedict XV 14:45 Pope St. Pius X 17:44 Pope St. John XXIII 19:57 Pope Leo XIII 22:52 Pope Pius XI 25:35 Pope St. John Paul II 28:44 Pope Pius XII 34:04 Pope Benedict XVI 41:43 Pope Francis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr
  • How To Choose Your Patron Saint

    How To Choose Your Patron Saint
    Jan 12 2026
    In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, and Fr. Michael discuss choosing a patron saint and seeking their intercession. 00:00 Exploring Patron Saints 10:36 Understanding the Role of Saints 18:53 Finding Your Patron Saint 23:26 The Pursuit of Saints 30:20 Practical Steps to Choose a Saint Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    44 mins
  • The 6 Most Extreme Catholic Monks & Desert Fathers

    The 6 Most Extreme Catholic Monks & Desert Fathers
    Jan 5 2026
    In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, and Fr. Michael explore the most extreme monastic saints in Church history, examining how silence, solitude, fasting, and radical withdrawal from the world shaped their pursuit of holiness—and what modern Catholics can still learn from them today. 00:00 The Essence of Spiritual Retreat and Monasticism 05:52 The Importance of Rest and Reflection 11:16 The Desert Fathers: A Journey into Solitude 16:51 Extreme Monasticism: Stylites and Anchorites 22:49 Modern Monasticism and Urban Hermits 28:30 The Call for Discipline in Modern Life 31:51 The Role of Asceticism and Fasting 35:37 Exodus 90: A Path to Freedom 39:03 Creating Sacred Spaces and Routines 49:55 Embracing Silence and Presence 53:22 Conclusion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • 12 Lost Catholic Christmas Traditions That Need To Come Back

    12 Lost Catholic Christmas Traditions That Need To Come Back
    Dec 22 2025
    Episode 346 In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, and Fr. Michael dive into 12 lost Catholic Christmas traditions that once shaped the Church’s celebration of the Nativity—and why they’re worth reviving today. 00:00 Rediscovering Christmas Traditions 02:53 The Jesse Tree and Salvation History 05: 02 The O Antiphons 06:06 The Yule Log and Symbolism of Light 07:05 Carrying The Bethlehem Fire 09:35 Humble Pie 11:07 Blessing of Wine on St. John's Day 14:00 The 3 Christmas Liturgies 17:17 Saint Wenceslaus Night Almsgiving 19:27 Childermas 22:05 Epiphany Water & Chalk Blessing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 mins