John Heinen meets with Dan Burke to dive into how we can clearly know God's will in our lives. Looking at the great Doctor of the Church, St. Alphonsus, we discuss the truths that everyone needs to hear and commit to memory. We often view our relationship with God as some sort of game to be won, rather than a loving union to be experienced and strengthened. Our decisions can be flooded with stress and anxiety, and our suffering can feel isolating. However, we can find peace in the storms of our struggles; even in the uncertainty of our decisions, God's will can be known, and aligning our lives with it is the ultimate victory. Podcast Sponsor: Exodus 90 - https://exodus90.com/catholicgentleman COUPON CODE: AVILA20 BOOK: Finding Peace in the Storm by Dan Burke - https://shop.spiritualdirection.com/product/finding-peace-in-the-storm/ Into the Deep by Dan Burke - https://shop.spiritualdirection.com/product/into-the-deep/ https://avila-institute.org/ 🔴 Fr. Donald Calloway joins CG+ to discuss what men need to be doing to live in society today. You can get this, dozens of talks, sessions, and books inside of CatholicGentlemanPlus.com - Join Us Today! ✅ If you have any questions that we can answer on the show, please, send your questions to us at podcast@catholicgentleman.com. If you record yourself on your phone and send us the audio clip we will play it on air. 15 Sessions Now Available - Weekly Extended Episodes - Exclusive Monthly Guest Experts - Daily Saint Quotes and More Help Support the Catholic Gentleman by either signing up for CG+ https://catholicgentlemanplus.com or https://catholicgentleman.com/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Heinen, Devin Schadt, and Sam Guzman sit down to discuss why Satan hates the Blessed Virgin Mary so intensely. They unpack the truths that Scripture, Tradition, modern exorcists, and the holy saints uniformly teach. From Genesis to Revelation, the battle between the devil and Our Blessed Mother is clear. In this episode, they touch on four reasons why the Devil hates the Blessed Virgin and why you should love Her and join Her army. In this show we discuss; What men can expect to gain by understanding these truths How Mary's womanhood, as opposed to manhood, contributes to Satan's anger How this conflict fits within the Divine Plan We also get to answer a question from a listener about gender pronouns in the workplace. If you have a question for us to answer on the show please send a voice recording or written out question to podcast@catholicgentleman.com. INCREDIBLE DEVOTIONAL FOR MEN: LEAD by Devin Schadt - https://store.catholicgentleman.com/collections/books/products/lead-daily-devotional 🔴 Get this and watch the entire 1h 30mins of episode 172 here - https://catholicgentlemanplus.com 🔴 Dr. John Cuddeback joins CG+ to discuss the difference between discipleship and brotherhood and why brotherhood is what our world needs. You can get this, dozens of talks, sessions, and books inside of CatholicGentlemanPlus.com - Join Us Today! ✅ If you have any questions that we can answer on the show, please, send your questions to us at podcast@catholicgentleman.com. If you record yourself on your phone and send us the audio clip we will play it on air. 15 Sessions Now Available - Weekly Extended Episodes - Exclusive Monthly Guest Experts - Daily Saint Quotes and More Help Support the Catholic Gentleman by either signing up for CG+ https://catholicgentlemanplus.com or https://catholicgentleman.com/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We find ourselves in unprecedented times, where over 69% of Church going Catholics no longer believe in the unchanging dogma of Christ's presence in the Eucharist. This is a grave problem that all men must ask themselves: Why? Fr. Donald Calloway joins John Heinen to discuss the reasons this has been an increasing problem over the last 50 years and the solutions. Reverence and love of Christ in the Eucharist is paramount to getting to heaven and there are actions that everyone can do now. In addition, we discuss his newest book on the Eucharist and the Mass that will help you be a better son or daughter of the Church. This is a great conversation with practical steps we can all use. Podcast Sponsor: Catholic Woodworker GIVEAWAY - https://bit.ly/CatholicWoodworkerTCG Links Discussed on the Show: BOOK: 30-Day Eucharistic Revival by Fr. Donald Calloway - https://shopmercy.org/30-day-eucharistic-revival-a-retreat-with-st-peter-julian-eymard.html 🔴 Fr. Donald Calloway joins CG+ to discuss what men need to be doing to live in society today. You can get this, all dozens of talks, sessions, and books inside of CatholicGentlemanPlus.com - Join Us Today! ✅ If you have any questions that we can answer on the show, please, send your questions to us at podcast@catholicgentleman.com. If you record yourself on your phone and send us the audio clip we will play it on air. 13 Sessions Now Available - Weekly Extended Episodes - Exclusive Monthly Guest Experts - Daily Saint Quotes and More Help Support the Catholic Gentleman by either signing up for CG+ https://catholicgentlemanplus.com or https://catholicgentleman.com/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today John and Sam are joined by the man who recovered our Instagram page from a hacker in India. We discuss the situation this hacker put us in, privacy concerns in the digital space, and how to protect yourself and your identity. We also hear some miraculous stories of how God brought him back into the Church and continues to guide him today. Finally, you will learn how Our Lady has provided us men both a sword to combat evil as well as a shield to protect ourselves from demonic attacks. 🔴 Join our Mission - https://patreon.com/catholicgentleman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John have an intriguing conversation about extraterrestrial intelligence (aliens) and what the Catholic Church has to say about them! We are joined by Dr. Paul Thigpen to discuss what saints and philosophers have argued about for centuries, as well as what it means to us as baptized Catholic men. When placing the possibility of alien existence against the Catholic faith, we enjoy learning and deepening our faith on truths such as human beings created in the Image of God, the fallen nature of man, and our relationship to God's universe. Join us. Dr. Paul Thigpen's Book - Extraterrestrial Intelligence and the Catholic Faith - View Subscribe to get every episode - Signup Now Become a supporter of The Catholic Gentleman on Patreon and help us take this ministry to more men with more resources: Click Here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, John is joined by Jordan Watwood, friend, and director at Everything Catholic to discuss 5 incredible sacramentals of Holy Mother Church and the devotions that go along with them. We go into how beneficial they are for us in the battle against Satan and sins of the flesh, and why every man hoping to become a part of the Church Triumphant is encouraged to pick up these weapons of the Church.  We experienced some spiritual attacks in preparing this episode with a camera breaking 3 times consecutively and a monitor screen going out next, each just minutes after beginning the section. Might God's will be done through Our Lady on this Feast of The Seven Sorrows of the Blessed Virgin Mary.  Everything Catholic - Click Here 15% OFF Coupon Code: GENTLEMAN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John converse about how to love your coworkers who use the Lord's name in vain often, how to stay committed to prayer, physical and mental health, and if every man should grow a beard. We are answering your questions today! Subscribe to get every episode - Signup Now TCG Rosary - View Become a supporter of The Catholic Gentleman on Patreon and get incredible gifts as a thank you for your support: https://www.patreon.com/catholicgentleman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we are excited to be joined by an expert on Bl. Emperor Karl, David Ross, to help inform and instruct us on how we can learn from his holy life and Christ like example. Bl. Karl was elevated to the throne as Emperor of the Austrian Hungarian Empire in 1916 in the midst of the War to End All Wars, WWI. We discuss how he virtuously and heroically balanced his life as a Catholic Emperor, loving husband, and passionate father. He knew great suffering having been betrayed by his friend, forced into exile without his children, and ultimately dying at the young age of 35. He is a saint for modern men, join us. 🔴 Bl. Emperor Karl Symposium - Oct. 15 - Click Here Death of an Emperor Booklet - Click Here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Sam and John are joined by The Catholic Man Show, Adam and David, to discuss how men can lead and embrace Catholicism throughout each day of their lives. Men have a tendency today to limit their belief to Sunday at Mass only instead of permeating their entire lives and all that they do. We discuss the importance of good friends and go into practical ways to live out your faith. 🔴 New Book - Living Beyond Sunday - https://ascensionpress.com/products/living-beyond-sunday-making-your-home-a-holy-place 🔴 JOIN THE CATHOLIC GENTLEMAN Join the movement of The Catholic Gentleman by supporting us and getting incredible gifts as a thank you for your support: https://www.patreon.com/catholicgentleman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today John and Sam are joined by his Excellency, Bishop James Conley. Bishop Conley was an agonistic listening to the Grateful Dead and ultimately converted to Catholicism during his college years. We discuss the balance of the liturgy in his diocese that has the FSSP seminary (Latin Mass) as well as Novus Ordo Mass. He shares what it has been like to be a Bishop and how to regain authentic masculinity in the Church and society today. Learn More from Bishop Conley - https://www.lincolndiocese.org/bishops/bishop-james-conley/biography 🔴 Join our Mission - https://patreon.com/catholicgentleman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Sam is joined by the Director of the Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen Missionary Society, Allan Smith. We discuss who Fulton Sheen was and how his teaching and habits are still creating dynamic ripple effects that transform the lives of innumerable today. Find out how Archbishop Fulton Sheen can help you grow in a relationship with Christ as a man. Allan Smith and Bishop Fulton Sheen - https://www.bishopsheentoday.com 🔴 Join our Mission - https://patreon.com/catholicgentleman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today John is joined by a well-known priest and author to men, Fr. Roger Landry. We discuss his call to the priesthood, the abuse scandal in Boston, and how to avoid effeminacy as a man. We often associate effeminacy with men acting like women, but the reality, as St. Thomas Aquinas teaches, it is the vice directly opposed to perseverance and courage. How does this show itself today and how can we as men reject this vice? 🔴 SPONSOR - Napa Institute - https://www.thenapaconference.org Coupon Code: CG50Napa Fr. Roger Landry https://catholicpreaching.com/wp/ Homily on the Scandal - https://catholicpreaching.com/wp/the-fully-catholic-response-to-the-scandals-4th-sunday-in-ordinary-time-a-february-3-2002/ "If the Eucharistic Revival is going to be successful, men need to use their masculine leadership in it...rather than looking at all of the other things that need to change outside of me, it needs to be personal and more Eucharistic, and when our time here on earth is complete we are going to say it was not wasted, because I learned from You how to be like You." ~ Fr. Roger Landry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Sam and John are joined by a dynamic speaker and expert on the subject of racism, Dcn. Harold Burke-Sivers. We are all aware of the ideological movements involving race in our society today, the Black Lives Matter Movement, Critical Race Theory, and White Privilege to name a few. So how are we as Catholic men supposed to navigate this very delicate and often heated topic? How do we avoid taking a passive, avoidance, or even subservient role on this issue and instead bring love and Christ into the conversation? 🔴 All Things Dcn. Harold Burke-Sivers https://deaconharold.com Behold the Man - https://ignatius.com/behold-the-man-bmanp Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WARNING: this episode contains adult content that may not be suitable for younger listeners. Today John and Devin are joined by Jason Evert to discuss homosexuality, pride month, and the correct response that Catholic men should have to these issues. We explore the difference between connecting with individuals versus confronting groups and ideologies being forced on us by a culture steeped in the world. Jason is an expert on this topic and is on the front line in charitably engaging in this conversation today. You will also hear; Can you attend a same-sex wedding How to raise your children in this culture What you can be doing to win back souls to Christ Podcast Sponsor: Exodus 90 - https://exodus90.com/catholicgentleman (FREE 14 Day Trial) Links Discussed on the Show: Chastity Project - https://chastity.com Books Mentioned on the Show - https://chastity.com/gender/ Help Give Books to Priests - https://chastity.com/donate Podcast: Chloe Cole - https://chastity.com/podcast/102 Bishop Varden - https://chastity.com/podcast/96-master-temptations-like-a-monk-w-bishop-erik-varden 🔴 Fr. Donald Calloway joins CG+ to discuss what men need to be doing to live in society today. You can get this, all dozens of talks, sessions, and books inside of CatholicGentlemanPlus.com - Join Us Today! ✅ If you have any questions that we can answer on the show, please, send your questions to us at podcast@catholicgentleman.com. If you record yourself on your phone and send us the audio clip we will play it on air. 13 Sessions Now Available - Weekly Extended Episodes - Exclusive Monthly Guest Experts - Daily Saint Quotes and More Help Support the Catholic Gentleman by either signing up for CG+ https://catholicgentlemanplus.com or https://catholicgentleman.com/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Sam and John are joined by an incredible Catholic man, professor, and author, Dr. Anthony Esolen. In his new book, "No Apologies: Why Civilization Depends on the Strength of Men", he gets straight to the point from history, societal development, biology, and observation. He goes to the core of masculinity to return to men the joy of their manliness. We live in distorted times and this conversation is just scratching the surface of the truth that all men must understand. 🔴 Books for Everyman The Hundredfold - https://www.amazon.com/Hundredfold-Songs-Lord-Anthony-Esolen/dp/1621642925/ref=sr_1_1 No Apologies - https://www.amazon.com/No-Apologies-Civilization-Depends-Strength-ebook/dp/B09MDL9CTF/ref=sr_1_1 🔴 Dr. Anthony Esolen's Online Magazine Word and Song - https://anthonyesolen.substack.com/about Episode - https://anthonyesolen.substack.com/p/soliloquy-of-the-spanish-cloister#details 🔴 SUPPORT THE CATHOLIC GENTLEMAN Become a supporter of The Catholic Gentleman on Patreon and get incredible gifts as a thank you for your support: https://www.patreon.com/catholicgentleman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Sam and John are joined by an incredible Catholic man and former Navy SEAL Officer, Sam Blair. We get to learn from Sam about how living a life of dedication and service can provide purpose, uniformity with God's will, and an opportunity to understand the depths of greatness. We go into learning from our failures and difficulties, as well as the importance of sacrifice and having a heart for our families and others. Topics Include: Influence of a Father Love of Service Lessons as a SEAL Officer 🔴 SPONSOR: The Saintmaker - https://www.thesaintmaker.com/catholicgentleman CODE: CATHOLICGENTLEMAN at checkout 🔴 SUPPORT THE CATHOLIC GENTLEMAN Become a supporter of The Catholic Gentleman on Patreon and get incredible gifts as a thank you for your support: https://www.patreon.com/catholicgentleman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Sam and John discuss how we can live well and thrive in these times. We share thoughts on how to avoid the temptation to complain and buckle under the pressures of job security, political issues, mounting inflation, and taking care of those closest to you. The Church in her wisdom has given us the roadmap that can be used by every man living today. Topics Include: Inflation and Budget Authentic Freedom Practical Steps on Thriving in Difficulties 🔴 SUPPORT THE CATHOLIC GENTLEMAN -- Become a supporter of The Catholic Gentleman on Patreon and get incredible gifts as a thank you for your support: https://www.patreon.com/catholicgentleman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Sam and John discuss how men can embrace, deepen their commitment, and constantly grow in love with Christ in the Eucharist. We touch on seven truths that help men better accept this reality and why loving Christ in the Eucharist is the highest pursuit that men can set forth as members of the Church Militant. The USCCB has recently launched the Eucharistic Revival on the Feast of Corpus Christi, and we call all men to recommit their devotion, understanding, and love of the Eucharist! Eucharistic Revival - https://www.eucharisticrevival.org The Holy Eucharist - St. Alphonsus - https://www.goodcatholicbooks.org/books/alphonsusworks06.pdf Eucharistic Meditations - St. Peter Julian Eymard - Apostle of the Eucharist https://www.ecatholic2000.com/cts/untitled-143.shtml Summa - St. Thomas Aquinas https://www.newadvent.org/summa/4073.htm Spiritual Communion Prayer - https://www.ewtn.com/catholicism/devotions/act-of-spiritual-communion-339 Prayer After Communion - https://www.daily-prayers.org/father-son-holy-spirit/prayer-after-communion-thomas-aquinas 🔴 SUPPORT THE CATHOLIC GENTLEMAN -- Become a supporter of The Catholic Gentleman on Patreon and get incredible gifts as a thank you for your support: https://www.patreon.com/catholicgentleman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we are joined by a professional baseball player and Catholic gentleman, Michael Krauza. We cover such topics as setbacks in life, being cut from his high school team twice, devotion to Our Lady, and living for God's will in all that we do. Michael experienced a strong conversion in college and now openly talks to and about Our Lady while on and off the mound. Learn More - https://ilovetexasbaseball.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we discuss how the Catholic man must live simply. It is by rejecting consumerism and by turning away from more stuff that we open ourselves up to actually serve God's will in our lives. Our earthly possessions call to us, what conversations are we allowing them to have with us? We go into statistics, social examples, and truths about how living simply is necessary for our service to God and others. The Scarcity Principle is Manipulating Us Custody of the Mind Total Abandonment to God -- SUPPORT THE CATHOLIC GENTLEMAN -- Become a supporter of The Catholic Gentleman on Patreon and get incredible gifts as a thank you for your support: https://www.patreon.com/catholicgentleman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we discuss how to be resilient in life as well as key ways to overcome laziness and acedia. Renowned motivational speaker, Jonathan Doyle, from Australia, joins us to talk about his life as a peak performance athlete and motivational life coach, as well as how to avoid letting sloth, laziness, or suffering ruin our lives. Learn how to overcome your weaknesses and be a powerful witness to the world. We go through panic attacks, abusive fathers, rejection from others in life, and how God brings remarkable good out of our sufferings. Learn more about Jonathan and Get His Free Book https://jonathandoyle.co https://www.onecatholicteacher.com Youtube Platforms https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9auVexLuGvTyIZ-jpNLtRA https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpCYnW4yVdd93N1OTbsxgyw -- SUPPORT THE CATHOLIC GENTLEMAN -- Become a supporter of The Catholic Gentleman on Patreon and get incredible gifts as a thank you for your support: https://www.patreon.com/catholicgentleman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Sam and John discuss how the world gets marriage wrong and why it rejects the true sacramentality of marriage. We discuss the difficulty of living out the vocation of marriage and we go into 7 practices that need to happen on a regular basis to keep your marriage strong, holy, and constantly filled with love. Learn and be a powerful witness to the world. Read More https://catholicgentleman.com/2018/08/becoming-one-marriage-as-sanctification https://catholicgentleman.com/2020/07/get-thee-wedded-shakespeares-advice-on-finding-a-wife https://catholicgentleman.com/2015/08/the-adventure-and-crisis-of-marriage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Sam and John discuss the dignity of work and how to balance the desire for career advancement with your faith. We also give great advice on how to get ahead in your career and discern changing your job. Pride, power, and pleasure are the ideals held by society with work, but it is by pursuing these ideals that we instead find frustration, anxiety, and unhappiness. RERUM NOVARUM - "Rights and Duties of Capital and Labor" - Pope Leo XIII - https://www.vatican.va/content/leo-xiii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_l-xiii_enc_15051891_rerum-novarum.html LABOREM EXERCENS - "Through work man must earn his daily bread" - Pope St. John Paul II - https://www.vatican.va/content/john-paul-ii/en/encyclicals/documents/hf_jp-ii_enc_14091981_laborem-exercens.html Catechism: “If any one will not work, let him not eat.” Work honors the Creator’s gifts and the talents received from him. (CCC 2427). In work, the person exercises and fulfills in part the potential inscribed in his nature. (CCC 2428) -- PLEASE CONSIDER SUPPORTING THE CATHOLIC GENTLEMAN -- https://www.patreon.com/catholicgentleman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Sam and John discuss desk job burnout, depression, knife making, Poland and Ukraine, and finding God's will at work with award-winning blacksmith Leszek Sikon. Leszek's journey to the life of blacksmithing is filled with acceptance and growing in unity with God's will. We also spend time talking about knives and the artistry behind wielding the forge. Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lsikonblacksmith Site - https://www.lsikonblacksmith.com Eating Tools - https://www.eatingtools.com -- PLEASE CONSIDER SUPPORTING THE CATHOLIC GENTLEMAN -- https://www.patreon.com/catholicgentleman Leszek Sikon - Originally from Poland, Leszek came to the UK 17 years ago. He earned a decent living as a middle manager in retail yet this career left me feeling wholly unfulfilled. Leszek knew that he wanted to create something that would last. He was used to getting dirty and working with his hands – so he was thrilled to learn that Hereford College of Arts ran a blacksmithing course. The next thing he knew, he quit his job and started training. Since then he has found his passion in producing a series of superb artisan tools and knives, using age-old skills to produce modern objects of desire. His inspiration comes from the history and the traditional methods, getting to grips with hammers, tongs, and fire. Having these skills has paid off more than a career in retail ever would. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are only two options that you can take in this world. There is no divide or alternative option and you must choose. We hear politicians, preachers, self-help gurus, and influencers use the term “red-pill" all the time to refer to finally being awake to reality. But, perhaps we are not as awake and woke as we think we are. What if most of us are actually taking the blue pill daily? In today’s episode, John, Devin, and Sam will discuss how to know if you are liberated from the matrix or conditioned and placated by it. We also answer a listener's question about handling his wife's emotions. 🔴 Get this and watch the entire 1h 30mins of episode 162 here - https://catholicgentlemanplus.com (Today we go into 3 additional ways that will lead to failure, like always being right.) ✅ If you have any questions that we can answer on the show, please, send your questions to us at podcast@catholicgentleman.com. If you record yourself on your phone and send us the audio clip we will play it on air. 12 Sessions Now Available - Weekly Extended Episodes - Monthly Guest Experts and More Help Support the Catholic Gentleman by either signing up for CG+ https://catholicgentlemanplus.com or https://catholicgentleman.com/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Sam and John discuss 12 of the manliest saints in history. We go into what we today can learn from how these incredible men lived. It is important to understand the character of these men, the times they lived in, as well as the lessons they teach us. We focus on how they lived their lives and why we should turn to them in various struggles we might face. Regardless of their history, they all lived devoted to God's will in a beautiful way. -- SUPPORT THE CATHOLIC GENTLEMAN -- https://www.patreon.com/catholicgentleman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are joined by a former white supremacist and now a devout Catholic man of letters, Joseph Pearce. We discuss his conversion to Catholicism from a life of hatred, G.K. Chesterton, and why men must read poetry. Joseph shares with us the intimate tie between poetry and prayer, he clarifies our thoughts on truth and beauty, and drives home how poetry identifies and assists in the completion of an authentic man. Please join us in this conversation. "True perception comes with virtue, specifically the virtue of humility, it is humility that gives us a sense of gratitude, it is gratitude that opens the eyes to wonder, and it is only when the eyes are open to wonder that we are moved to contemplation, and it is only when we are moved to contemplation that the mind is open to dilation, and it is dilation which is the full opening of the mind to reality." - Joseph Pearce on The Catholic Gentleman Joseph Pearce is a premier literary biographer and author of our time, especially in reviewing the depths of the Catholic literary tradition. He is the author of acclaimed biographies of G.K. Chesterton, Oscar Wilde, Hilaire Belloc, and J.R.R. Tolkien, and books on English poetry and literature. He has hosted two 13-part television series about Shakespeare on EWTN, and has also written and presented documentaries on EWTN on the Catholicism of The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. His verse drama, Death Comes for the War Poets, was performed off-Broadway to critical acclaim. Website - https://jpearce.co New Book - Benedict XVI: Defender of the Faith - https://tanbooks.com/products/books/spiritual-warfare/virtue-vice/benedict-xvi-defender-of-the-faith -- SUPPORT THE CATHOLIC GENTLEMAN -- https://www.patreon.com/catholicgentleman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Sam and John are joined by a culinary chef and Catholic, Jim Churches to discuss his life as a chef and how we as men can appreciate and find a deeper meaning in food. We talk about his life as a professional chef, his Catholic faith and how it enters his kitchen, how to make an amazing steak, and what one ingredient makes everything better. Homeschool Connections Cooking Course with Jim Churches - homeschoolconnections.com forthcoming for the 2022/2023 school year. Email them at homeschoolconnections@gmail.com for questions. Jim Churches has over 29 years of Foodservice Experience, with 19 years as a Corporate Executive Chef in Food Manufacturing. He is the Culinary advisor to many High school/College culinary programs. He is also a culinary advisory board member and content contributor for Chef Magazine. In addition to numerous awards, he is a Certified Executive Chef and Certified Culinary Administrator with the American Culinary Federation. Jim is married with 3 children and runs a number of Catholic charitable campaigns where he can donate his skills to help parishes, pregnancy centers, and children in need.  -- SUPPORT THE CATHOLIC GENTLEMAN -- https://www.patreon.com/catholicgentleman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Sam and John discuss why the Church and her authority are necessary to maintain the fullness of truth and guide men in their personal lives. We go into the issues that the Church has had in her history as well as in 2022. We discuss our reasoning for being Catholic today, one of us as a convert and one of us as a Catholic from infancy. 🔴 Leather Journal - https://bit.ly/tcg-leather-journal -- SUPPORT THE CATHOLIC GENTLEMAN -- https://www.patreon.com/catholicgentleman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Sam and John are joined by a shepherd and fatherly leader, Bishop Joseph Strickland of Tyler Texas. We have the great privilege of hearing from Bishop Strickland about why the world needs real men, as well as the virtues and spirituality needed to be a real man. Our modern times have thrown us dozens of competing images of what it means to be a man and we need strong examples to set things right. We discuss how you can embrace this call to true masculinity and live your God-given role in your family and society. 🔴 SPONSOR - Exodus 90 - https://ex90.cc/gentleman Website - https://www.bishopstrickland.com Twitter - https://twitter.com/bishopoftyler -- SUPPORT THE CATHOLIC GENTLEMAN -- https://www.patreon.com/catholicgentleman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Sam and John discuss addictions, what they are, how to define and understand them, and how to continuously work throughout life to overcome them as Catholic men. We go into the clear and clinical breakdown of addictions with a big 'A' versus a little 'a'. We discuss the difference between substance versus behavioral addictions and how to overcome each. How do we break free from that which is keeping us in bondage or tempting us to addictions and further comfort? 🔴 SPONSOR - Exodus 90 - https://ex90.cc/gentleman In this Episode We Discuss: Science Catching up to Church Teaching HAALT to identify addictions Sin and Culpability Practical Steps to Overcoming Addictions And More Blogs on various aspects and types of addictions - https://catholicgentleman.com/?s=addictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John discuss a great concern that parents and grandparents have when reflecting on the future of their children. Will they continue to be Catholic? We detail ways that we as men and fathers can truly guide and help our children maintain and embrace the Catholic faith after they leave the home. 🔴 SPONSOR - Exodus 90 🔴 https://ex90.cc/gentleman In this Episode We Discuss: What is outside of our control The importance of our example The Physical, Emotional, and Spiritual dimensions of children And More Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John discuss a great Catholic tradition of building and maintaining libraries. This tradition stems back to the early Church, and we have an obligation to maintain it today. Find out why every gentleman should cultivate a personal library of his own. 🔴 SPONSOR - Exodus 90 - https://ex90.cc/gentleman In this Episode We Discuss: The History of Libraries within the Church The Virtue in Building A Library How to Start Building a Library And More Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John are joined by a Catholic gentleman and psychiatrist of incredible wisdom and experience, Dr. Kevin Majeres. Kevin guides us in how to embrace our anxiety and challenges head-on as an opportunity for our sanctification provided by God. As GK Chesterton stated, "An inconvenience is only an adventure wrongly considered; an adventure is only an inconvenience rightly considered." However, as nice as that sounds, it is in this episode that we learn how to practically use these challenges as God’s will to help us become saints. In this Episode We Discuss: Reframing to Embrace Your Suffering Accepting the Challenges We Face and Growing in Sanctification The Cross is the Cure Complaining is a form of practical atheism And More Dr. Kevin Majeres MD - Born and raised in Minnesota, Kevin attended college at the University of Dallas in Irving, Texas, and then stayed in Dallas for medical school and residency training at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. After graduation, he completed a fellowship with the Beck Institute of Cognitive Therapy and Research in Philadelphia, and became a certified affiliate of the Academy of Cognitive Therapy. He is also a member of the Association of Behavioral and Cognitive Therapists. He is currently on the faculty of Harvard Medical School, where he teaches a weekly class on cognitive-behavioral therapy to psychiatrists-in-training at Beth-Israel Deaconess Medical Center. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (i.e., board certified in psychiatry). Optimal Work - https://www.optimalwork.com/ Professional Website - https://drmajeres.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John received dozens and dozens of your questions about being a Catholic and a man and provide answers today. We get questions about distrusting your bishop, getting on the same page as your wife, using dumb phones, dating before marriage, and a lot more. Subscribe to get every episode - Signup Now TCG Rosary - View Become a supporter of The Catholic Gentleman on Patreon and get incredible gifts as a thank you for your support: https://www.patreon.com/catholicgentleman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Evangelization is not just for Protestants, apologists, priests, or for… well… evangelists. Christ and His Church mandate all believers to proclaim the Gospel. Let’s be honest, this divine mandate can instill fear and dread in most of us. In today’s episode, John, Sam, and Devin reveal the 5 major evangelization mistakes that can trip us up and counter techniques that will help all of us better evangelize. From misrepresenting God to the pitfalls of being overly agreeable, we offer real-life stories to help you share your faith more effectively. 🔴 🔴 MONTH OF MARY SPECIAL - FREE $120 Rosary for all Catholic Gentleman Plus Annual Memberships 🔴 Get this and watch the entire 1h 30mins of episode 161 here - https://catholicgentlemanplus.com (Today we go into 3 additional ways that will lead to failure, like always being right.) Bring Devin to Your Parish or Diocese - https://fathersofstjoseph.org/events-2/ or send us an email at podcast@catholicgentleman.com ✅ If you have any questions that we can answer on the show, please, send your questions to us at podcast@catholicgentleman.com. If you record yourself on your phone and send us the audio clip we will play it on air. 12 Sessions Now Available - Weekly Extended Episodes - Monthly Guest Experts and More Help Support the Catholic Gentleman by either signing up for CG+ https://catholicgentlemanplus.com or https://catholicgentleman.com/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John asked for your questions, received dozens and dozens of them, and provide answers today. We discuss the Traditional Latin Mass, Pipe Smoking, Church Conspiracy, Protecting Our Church, Respecting Women, and More. We did not get to answer them all and will have more episodes answering those questions in the future. Become a supporter of The Catholic Gentleman on Patreon and get incredible gifts as a thank you for your support: https://www.patreon.com/catholicgentleman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John discuss the growth in atheism, the order of white monks, and discerning God's will. We are joined by a Cistercian Monk, Fr. John Bayer, who shares his incredible story of discernment in where God was clearly seeking him. We dive into his years as a monk and his passion for discerning the balance between Faith and Reason. In this episode we discuss; How do we harmonize Faith and Reason correctly How modern atheists have to deny themselves Learn to inspire those that have lost their faith How a good butt-kicking can help us understand God And more… Fr. John Bayer, O. Cist. was born in Texas in 1984. He entered Our Lady of Dallas in August, 2007. He made his first temporary vows on August 20, 2008, and he made his solemn profession on August 19, 2012. He was ordained priest on August 10, 2013. He is Form Master for Class 2025 and he teaches English Lab, Latin and Theology at Cistercian Preparatory School. He is also an adjunct professor of theology at the University of Dallas. Fr. John began teaching at Cistercian Preparatory School and studying for the priesthood at the University of Dallas. In 2012, he traveled to Rome to continue his graduate studies at Pontifical Gregorian University, where he defended his dissertation on St. Anselm of Canterbury in 2019. In addition to good philosophy and theology, Fr. John loves athletics, hiking, camping, and marveling prayerfully in nature. Cistercians in Texas - https://abbey.cistercian.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John discuss a great pathway this Lent for men. Formed by many years guiding men in the desert to better understand themselves and grow in their union with Christ, Fr. Innocent Montgomery, C.F.R. shares his wisdom with us for this Lent and beyond. We share in his joy as a Franciscan Friar, hear great stories, and learn why he felt called to write a book for men that guides us through Lent and the Easter Octave. In this episode we discuss; The depravity of modern man How to experience being an adopted son of God An incredible Franciscan order How a deeper interpersonal relationship with Christ is what we all need And more… Born of Fire - Click Here (Fr. Innocent is open to connecting with men via Zoom this Lent. Email us at info@catholicgentleman.com to learn more) Fr. Innocent Montgomery, CFR grew up in Lincoln, Nebraska as one of a triplet, and his triplet brother is also a CFR priest. He attended Saint Gregory the Great Seminary for his undergrad in philosophy. He entered the Friars in 2007 and spent many joyful years serving the homeless and drug addicts at Saint Anthony’s Shelter in the Bronx. He made his final vows in 2012 and was ordained to the priesthood in 2016. His master’s thesis work in seminary was in Christological anthropology. He now serves as the Postulant Director for the CFRs, accompanying the young brothers in early formation as they learn how to pray, live in fraternity, and love and serve the poor. One of his greatest joys is to bless people in their identity as sons and daughters of the Father. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John are joined by a Dominican, Philosopher, and Gentleman: Fr. Gregory Pine. Fr. Pine discusses reality and how men need to conform themselves to it and not bend reality to their opinions. We learn about how to embrace our roles as men in society and how to live the Good Life among the joys and difficulties of life. In this episode we discuss; Evangelization in the modern world The vocational discernment St. Thomas Aquinas within the context of history Happiness and how to live the Good Life And more… Fr. Gregory Pine is a Dominican friar of the Province of Saint Joseph. He is presently assigned as a doctoral candidate in dogmatic theology at the University of Fribourg (Switzerland). He served previously as the Assistant Director for Campus Outreach at the Thomistic Institute. He is the co-author of Marian Consecration with Aquinas and Credo: An RCIA Program (both TAN Books) and the author of Prudence: Choose Confidently, Life Boldly (Our Sunday Visitor). He is also a regular contributor to the podcasts Pints with Aquinas and Godsplaining. Podcast - Godsplaining Pre-Order Fr. Pine's Book - Prudence: Choose Confidently, Life Boldly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John are joined by cyber security veteran and devout Catholic, Jeff Jimenez, to discuss what serious threats exist in the digital world. As we navigate through this information age, how do we avoid falling victim to those that want to steal from us, use our actions and behaviors to treat us as a product, and how to spiritually maintain authentic resilience. In this episode we discuss; Cyber security threats Virtues that can be refined in the digital space How to evangelize in the secular world today How to find metanoia among all of the noise And more… Jeff Jimenez is a 15 year veteran in Cybersecurity and Data Privacy and currently works in Cyber Defense in the private sector. He received his undergraduate degree in Theology from the University of St. Thomas in Houston. His interests and research include Catholics in the Post-Modern Workplace, Personal Safety and Defense, Neuro-hacking, and Building Resiliency. He is a husband and father of five and enjoys the outdoor life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John are joined by The Catholic CEO, Henry Kutarna, an experienced business executive, mentor, and chair of a family investment firm, to discuss how men can maintain and live out their faith in their careers. As our culture becomes more woke, our Catholic faith becomes increasingly difficult to live out in public. Our guest today sees this as an opportunity for men to grow in their faith, continue to chart their future, or even create and run a successful Catholic centered business. In this episode we discuss; The Current Cultural Climate How to maintain your Catholic faith at work Opportunities to start a business A Catholic business eco-system And more… Henry Kutarna - is a faithful Catholic, an experienced business executive, and mentor. He is Chair of a private family investment fund with investments mainly in real estate and manufacturing. As a business expert, Henry is a private mentor and executive coach. He has been a valued member of numerous private and public boards; and has been chair, member, and advisor to many organizations. St. Joseph Forum: https://www.thecatholicceo.com/st-joseph-forum Start Crash Course (50% off until 2/1/22 with code CANDLEMAS): https://www.thecatholicceo.com/start-up-crash-course Home Based Business Course (50% off until 2/1/22 with code CANDLEMAS): https://www.thecatholicceo.com/business-course-for-catholics Discerning the Signs of the Times, an event for Catholics who may, or have, lost a job due to conscience reasons: https://www.thecatholicceo.com/offers/MByH25zW Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John are joined by Charles Fraune, author of the book, Slaying Dragons: What Exorcists See & What We Should Know, to discuss how we can better understand the temptations of the demonic and all of the tools that the Church has given us and are proven by exorcists. How demons prove the authority of the Catholic Church founded by Christ Our Lady and her perfect coercive power over demons Sacramentals What exorcists want you to know And more… Charles Fraune, the author of Slaying Dragons: What Exorcists See & What We Should Know, is the founder of the Slaying Dragons Apostolate, dedicated to writing, research, and other work on the topic of spiritual warfare. He lives in the Diocese of Charlotte, NC with his wife and three young children. Blog: https://www.theslayingdragonsbook.com/ Website: https://www.theretreatbox.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John go in-depth into the ultimate spiritual devotion, Consecration to Our Lady, and how the saints lived this devotion in their battles. We discuss protestants rejection of Our Lady, as well as practical tools you can use in your daily lives to overcome your struggles and live more completely for Christ. -- SUPPORT THE CATHOLIC GENTLEMAN -- If you have been blessed by the work of The Catholic Gentleman, we invite you to become a supporter at https://www.patreon.com/catholicgentleman In this episode we discuss The struggles and battles we face in 2022 St. Maximilian Kolbe's devotion to Our Lady and the Militia Immaculata St. Louis de Montfort's consecration How to commit yourself to this necessary devotion And more… ACT OF CONSECRATION TO MARY Written by St. Maximilian Kolbe - https://catholicgentleman.com/2022/01/st-maximilian-kolbe-consecration-prayer/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John are joined by Brad Miner, author of the book, The Compleat Gentleman, to discuss how any man can become a gentleman and how to avoid being a cartoonish version of a man. It is great conversing with an experienced gentleman, we hope you enjoy. What separates a boy from a man What separates a man from a gentleman How do we live chivalry in the modern world What are the three traits of a gentleman And more… Brad Miner is the senior editor of The Catholic Thing, the daily blog of the Faith & Reason Institute. Former literary editor of National Review and the author of six books, he lives with his wife, Sydny, in Westchester County, New York.  The Compleat Gentleman: The Modern Man’s Guide to Chivalry by Brad Miner, 3rd Edition, is available now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode replay of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John unpack the tremendously rich patrimony the desert fathers have given the world but are lost in the west. We are joined by the knowledgable and experienced director, Fr. David Abernethy (An Oratorian), to go back to the roots of this spiritual tradition that is unmatched in its ability to overcome temptations and grow in unity with Christ. Learn how to actually strengthen your will, unite your heart and mind, and how a life not working on frequent asceticism can never fully achieve the unity with God that is possible before death. In this episode we discuss; How even Catholic conversations online add to the noise of the world How ascetical practices are greater than mere reparation for sins How Eastern Spirituality must be renewed in study and practice And More Fr. David Abernethy was born in Johnstown PA and is a Father of The Oratory of Saint Philip Neri in Pittsburgh. Father David converted to Catholicism as an undergraduate at the University of Pittsburgh, where he earned his Bachelors Degree. He also holds Masters Degrees in Sacred Theology and Divinity and has spent many years as a priest studying clinical counseling and Psychoanalysis at the Pittsburgh Psychoanalytic Center where he is an academic candidate. In 1987 the Philokalia was given to Father David as a gift; this gift sparked a love for the Desert Fathers and Eastern Spirituality that Father David has developed for over thirty years. He has a particular interest in the works of Saint John Cassian, Saint John Climacus and Saint Isaac the Syrian. Father David was ordained to the Priesthood 1994.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we are joined by Fr. Mary-Mary Ames of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal to discuss the depth of fatherhood in a search to answer: Who is God the Father? We discuss Fr. Mary-Mary's conversion story that led him to serve the poorest of the poor and sleeping on the floor, to how God the Father has brought him to a deep understanding of His love. Through incredible stories of biological earthly fathers, we shed light on how these men can give us a glimpse of God the Father. 🔴 ►GET THE BOOK HERE: "The Father: 30 Meditations to Draw You Into the Heart of God" by Fr. Mark-Mary Ames, CFR https://ascensionpress.com/TheFather Franciscan Friars of the Renewal; - https://www.franciscanfriars.com 🔴 🔴 MONTH OF MARY SPECIAL - FREE $120 Rosary for all Catholic Gentleman Plus Annual Memberships - https://catholicgentlemanplus.com  ✅ If you have any questions that we can answer on the show, please, send your questions to us at podcast@catholicgentleman.com. If you record yourself on your phone and send us the audio clip we will play it on air. 12 Sessions Now Available - Weekly Extended Episodes - Monthly Guest Experts and More Help Support the Catholic Gentleman by either signing up for CG+ https://catholicgentlemanplus.com or https://catholicgentleman.com/support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John meet to go through 7 ways that men must live to be Holy. We go through the reasons for including these rules as a priority in your life to encounter and live authentic masculinity. These are 7 additional rules to the 6 spoken of previously. In this episode we discuss; Saints that give us models of holiness How Love and Defense of Our Lady brings purpose and joy to lives How to treat women in life that respects their dignity And More ADVENT MISSION PARTNER – Cross Catholic Outreach – Please Donate Anything That You Can – https://bit.ly/3kZDvM8 The Catholic Gentleman: Living Authentic Manhood Today - https://store.catholicgentleman.com/collections/accessories/products/the-catholic-gentleman-living-authentic-manhood-today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John meet to go through 6 essential rules that every man must live to be a true Catholic Gentleman. We go through the reasons for making these rules a priority in your life to live as a man growing in holiness. We hoped to discuss 13 rules but only got through 6. In this episode we discuss; Why having boundaries and a rule is necessary for growing in holiness The inspiration of The Catholic Gentleman's Rule of Life How living these rules will help you to be an example to others And More ADVENT MISSION PARTNER – Cross Catholic Outreach – Please Donate Anything That You Can – https://bit.ly/3kZDvM8 The Catholic Gentleman: Living Authentic Manhood Today - https://store.catholicgentleman.com/collections/accessories/products/the-catholic-gentleman-living-authentic-manhood-today Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John are joined by Dr. Chris Stroud, a convert from Atheism, to Christianity, to Catholicism. He is a Certified Medical Consultant in Fertility Care/NaProTechology and discusses what men need to do today to improve our society, our families, and ourselves. You will not want to miss this episode for yourself or for those you love. In this episode we discuss; How Napro Technology is Scientifically More Successful than IVF How NFP is understood in the Church The Supreme Court and Roe V. Wade And More Dr. Chris Stroud is a board certified Obstetrician-Gynecologist and a Certified Medical Consultant in Creighton Model FertilityCare System/NaProTechology. With more than twenty-five years of experience, Dr. Stroud’s practice centers on infertility, recurrent pregnancy loss, natural birth, and minimally invasive robotic surgery. He is joined in his practice by two other doctors, in addition to six certified nurse-midwives. Chris and his wife Marianne have five children spanning ages 23 - 12. He travels and speaks extensively on a variety of topics related to fertility care, and minimally interventional labor and birth, his conversion to Catholicism and authentically Catholic medical practice. He is a co-host of “Doctor Doctor,” an award-winning radio show and podcast dealing with all things medical from a Catholic perspective. Connect with Dr. Stroud - https://fertilityandmidwifery.com Listen More - https://www.ewtn.com/radio/shows/doctor-doctor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices