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Noelle Mering, a fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center and author of "No Contact" & "Awake, Not Woke", traces the cultural forces behind the cultural trend to cut off family members. She shows how political conflict, gender ideology, and COVID disputes have helped turn ordinary tension into permanent rupture.

She also makes the case that the real danger isn't just fractured family ties - it's the way this mindset trains people to see disagreement as an attack on identity.

You'll discover:

- Why "no contact" is sometimes necessary, but often overused

- How boundaries stopped meaning "protect the relationship" and started meaning "protect myself"

- The difference between legitimate abuse and the social contagion of cutting people off

- Why politics and identity have become so tightly fused that disagreement feels personal

- How resentment, self-justification, and nonstop narrative-rehearsal keep wounds open

- What "high differentiation" means and how it helps people disagree without collapsing into fear

- Why levity, gratitude, and a strong family culture matter more than perfect arguments

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In this episode of The Tangent, Fr. Sam and Matt sit down with Doug Barry — founder of RADIX, longtime EWTN host of Battle Ready and Life on the Rock — for a conversation about what Catholic manhood actually requires, naturally AND spiritually.

What we get into:

• The difference between authentic Christian manhood and the "macho" counterfeit
• Why demons are "lawyers from hell" — and what changes when the father of the house prays out loud
• Pearl Harbor, December 8, 1941, and the quality of courage men have lost
• Bailing water vs. plugging the holes in the boat: why confession alone isn't a strategy
• Discipline as formation, and how physical training builds spiritual strength
• A concrete day-one regimen — Mass, confession, adoration, the Rosary, fasting, mortification "Exodus 365" and how to offer up a bad knee, a traffic jam, or one more Zoom call
• What St. Joseph teaches men about deep prayer and immediate obedience The 85–90% statistic: what happens to kids' faith when DAD leads it, not just mom
• Why "I'm sorry" is the hardest and most healing thing a father can say "No one cares about your bench press" — surrender, quiet desperation, and peace

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Why would Satan — one of the most brilliant creatures God ever made — choose hell? Matt sits down with Norbertine priest Fr. Frederick Schmit, O.Praem., author of St. Michael the Archangel Through the Ages (TAN BOOKS), to unpack the fall of the angels, St. Michael's mission from Genesis to Revelation, and the surprising story of St. Norbert.

Along the way: Tolkien's Silmarillion, why you can't save yourself, sacred art and vestments, Zwingli's whitewashed walls, and the abbey's first abbot election in 30 years.

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Fr. Sam and Matt discuss virtuous patriotism, why Pier Giorgio Frassati is a saint for our times, and their experience with "progressive" liturgies. 

Papal Bull on Jubilee: https://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/bulls/documents/20240509_spes-non-confundit_bolla-giubileo2025.html

Andrew McIntyre (Matt's brother-in-law) joins the show to discuss his journey into the Catholic Church. They discuss his Christian upbringing, his falling away from Christ, his constant search despite his agnosticism, and his conversion to the Catholic Faith. They also discuss the culture relevance of relativism & agnosticism and how God uses all things to draw people to Himself. 

Deacon David Delaney, author of Viri Dignitatem, published by Emmaus Academic, joins the Tangent to discuss the feminine and masculine genius, why love is at the core of personhood, how to truly follow the rubric of mutual submission, why the road to love is the cross, and how to not resurrect a caricature of masculinity that demands to be served instead of laying itself down. 

Fr. Sam and Matt speak about the antidote to Pride, Humility. What is true humility and how does one cultivate it? Does it demand that you refuse to acknowledge your good works? 

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The Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus is June 7th. Matt and Fr. Sam talk about the original apparition, what devotion to Jesus's Sacred Heart entails, the call to penance, why activism isn't enough, and the deep need for mercy in our culture. 

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Fr. Sam and Matt had the great pleasure of interviewing Timothy Cardinal Dolan for their first ever live studio audience episode of the Tangent! 

Dr. Matt Hoven joins us to discuss his newest book Hockey Priest and why sports helps people develop virtue & community. We also discuss why some struggle with sports becoming an idol, how to prevent it, and how to TRULY enjoy sports for what they were meant to be! 

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Fr. Sam and Matt discuss several of the mysteries of the Rosary. If you are looking for inspiration on what to meditate on while praying the Rosary, this episode is for you!  

Katie Bogner joins us to discuss teaching middle school theology, reading scripture with kids, her connection to the Vatican recognized miracle attributed to the intercession of Ven. Fulton Sheen, and her new book We Have A Pope! 

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Jason Craig, the author of Liturgy of the Land (published by our friends at TAN books) joins the Tangent to talk the beauty of homesteading, the practicalities & benefits it affords, the problems with Suburbia, why Suburbia is built to pull families apart), and How you can incorporate aspects of homesteading into your life WHEREVER YOU ARE! 

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Pope Leo XIV just released his first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas, on artificial intelligence and human dignity — and in this episode of The Tangent, Matt Sperrazza and Fr. Sam explain what it actually says and why it matters.

Released in May 2026 and presented by the Pope himself alongside Anthropic co-founder Chris Olah, Magnifica Humanitas is the most significant Catholic teaching document on AI to date. But what does the Church really teach about technology, and why would an atheist AI leader ask the Vatican for ethical guidance?

We walk through the whole thing in plain language. In this episode you’ll learn:

• What a papal encyclical is — and what it is not (it doesn’t change Church law)

• Why the tech industry is turning to the Catholic Church for an ethical framework

• How “the medium is the message” applies to AI — and the danger of treating people like data

• Why Pope Leo told parents to think twice about giving kids smartphones

• What Catholic social teaching (Rerum Novarum, the common good, subsidiarity, solidarity) has to do with AI

• Whether technology is morally neutral

• The Pope’s warning about transhumanism, suffering, and what makes us human

• Why AI can’t replace real art, real creativity, or real human connection

• The “hermeneutic of continuity” — and how Leo is teaching us to read Pope Francis Whether you’re Catholic, curious, a parent, or someone working in tech, this is a clear, faithful, and surprisingly funny guide to the questions AI is forcing all of us to ask.

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Rerum Novarum (Pope Leo XIII)

Gravissimum Educationis (Vatican II, on Christian education): Second Vatican Council

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Pascendi Dominici Gregis: (Pope St. Pius X)

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Fr. Sam is going on a well deserved Sabbatical - he tells Matt all about it! 

Dr. Dale Ahlquist the President of the Society of G.K. Chesterton stopped by the Tangent to discuss the ethics of Elfland, G.K. Chesterton's life and work, and the economic proposal called "Localism".

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Everlasting Man - Commentary by Dr. Dale Ahlquist

Localism: Coming Home to Catholic Social Teaching 

Fr. Sam and Matt catch up after Easter, discussing Matt's brother-in-law's Triduum experience as a Candidate for Confirmation, the catechetical nature of the Liturgy, and most of all, truth, justice, and the American way. Yeehaw! 

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Dr. Jeffery Morrow joins us on the Tangent to share the Historical Evidence for the Resurrection he discovered during his own conversion to Catholicism. We also talk about the Old Testament's original manuscripts, the Historical Critical Method, and Jewish worship compared to Catholic Worship.

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Fr. Sam and Matt talk about what a spiritually fruitful Good Friday looks like, how silence plays a role in it, communication with family (and lack thereof), Father's experience as a priest, and how suffering leads to kissing the cross. 

Leo Severino, the producer of Cabrini joins Fr. Sam and Matt to talk about St. Mother Cabrini, the key to making a good Christian movie, film and evangelization, and more! 

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Francis X. Maier has worked in the Church his entire career. He sat down with us to discuss his newest book True Confessions: Voices of Faith From a Life in the Church, which is a compilation of 103 interviews he conducted with Catholic Bishops, Priests, Laypeople, Educators and more to discuss their true thoughts on the state of the Catholic Church. Some of the interviewee's are anonymous to ensure protection and privacy, but all with public names attached had the opportunity to review their section in the book.

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Dr. Gerry Crete the founder of Transformation Counseling and the author of Litanies of the Heart: Relieving Post-Traumatic Stress and Calming Anxiety through Healing Our Parts, joins the Tangent to talk about the importance of therapy for stable mental health, how Internal Family Systems (IFS for short) works, the importance of healing for priests and Bishops if we hope for a healthy Church, St. Maximus the Confessor, and…. Deadpool?

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Mark Schultz is a Christian Music Artist who has sold two million records to date, has ten No. 1 singles, and a Dove Award as well as multiple nominations under his belt. Naturally, he decided to join the Tangent for chat...

We talk everything from songwriting, to Mark's own story (he's was adopted because his mother choice life!), to plain old good stories. It was a pleasure to host Mark before his benefit concert at Fairfield University's Quick Center on March 15th for local ministry Malta House!

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Fr. Sam and Matt chat about Father's pilgrimage to the Eternal City. Father reminisces on why he went to Rome as a seminarian, how priceless of an experience it was, and what it was like to be back. They talk praying before Pope's graves (five are explicitly mentioned... kudos if you spot them all) and the many many relics in Rome. 

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Matt is joined by Gary Michuta to discuss his new book Messiah: Old Testament Prophecies Fulfilled in Christ.

Gary is a returning guest to the show you can listen to his previous episode here. 

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Fr. Colin is the associate director of Courage International Apostolate, a ministry for men and women who experience same-sex attractions and those who love them.

Courage International helps people encounter Christ, discover themselves, and grow in holiness. Our conversation today focused on these tenets primarily. 

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This episode is absolutely packed. We start our conversation on comedy, specifically, how God uses it to build virtue. Then, we move to the personal development of comedian (and soon to be Catholic!) Shayne Smith and how Matt relates to it as a musician. This leads to talk of how theologians develop their positions over time, with Cardinal Dulles as the primary example. Finally, we apply the conversation about developing as a theologian to the controversial works produced by Cardinal Fernandez, the prefect of the DDF. Cardinal Fernandez has publicly spoken against and rescinded his former works, so these are not questions of disobedience, but rather, ones seeking clarity. 

JAM PACKED! 

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Fr. Sam Kachuba and Matt Sperrazza interview Sean Forrest, the co-founder of Haiti 180. 

Haiti 80 is a charity that aims to improve the lives of the Haitian People, building schools, orphanages (more accurately called "homes", no one who lives there feels orphaned), medical facilities, nursing homes, Chapels. Haiti 180 helps the Haitian people know their dignity by providing for them and instructing them in the Catholic faith. 

Fr. Sam, Matt and Sean discuss Sean's own experience in Haiti, God's true love for the poor (just take note of how often Jesus mentions the poor in the Gospels), the necessity of serving the poor, and entering into the suffering opens us up to God. 

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Fr. Louis Merosne joins Fr. Sam Kachuba to discuss current events and needs in Haiti right now. He discusses the courage of his Bishop, Bishop Pierre-André Dumas, who has offered himself as ransom for 6 kidnapped nuns, he speaks about the atrocity of gang culture in Haiti, the necessity of understanding the humanity of your enemies, his own vocation story, and so much more! 

Be sure to check out Fr. Merosne's mission: Mission to the Beloved

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Stephanie Gray Connors, a fantastic pro life speaker, joins Fr. Sam Kachuba and Matt Sperrazza today to talk about Pro Life Ministry! They begin with Stephanie's book My Body For You, from the St. Paul Center. In her book, she speaks about the connection between the pro life message and the Eucharist. It isn't "my body my choice" it's "my body for you"!

Stephanie also shares some amazing stories from her time as a pro life speaker on college campuses, including a conversion story of a pro choice advocate involved in the occult, her interaction with a victim of the Rwandan Genocide, and debates she's had with abortion "doctors". 

She shares personal stories of healing from miscarriage, how Lila Rose (from Live Action) was the matchmaker for Stephanie and her husband, the TRUTH of the Spiritual Fatherhood of priests. and more! 

There's also a small Tangent about the amazing organization Malta House, based in Norwalk, CT. 

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Dr. Bryan Violette joins Fr. Sam Kachuba for this week's episode! They discuss:

• the importance of knowing your identity
• the typical pitfalls of mothers and fathers (and how to avoid them)
• why you need to avoid burnout 
• turning off being the priest or psychologist (and if that's wise or possible) 
• Being a priest & sinner

and more! 

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Dr. John Bergsma of the St. Paul Center joins us today to discuss his new course on the Major Prophets at Emmaus Academy. They discuss:

• How to develop biblical literacy & fluency
• Motives of Credibility for the Catholic Faith
• The non-existence of true prophecies in other religions 
• Dr. Bergsma's advice for choosing a college
• The connection between the Eucharist and Matrimony
• The universal call to discipleship 
• and the importance of treating the Bible like your own story! 

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Fr. Dwight Longenecker joins Fr. Sam Kachuba and Matt Sperrazza to discuss his new book The Secret of the Bethlehem Shepherds. They discuss: 

• Which parts of the "Christmas Story" are myths and which are facts 
• The historical critical method, and how to apply it to the infancy narratives. 
• Relics, the stories they've heard about authenticating them
• How to properly understand Oral Tradition in the Catholic Church 
• The true role of the Shepherds of Bethlehem

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Did the Pope just approve blessing same sex unions? The document itself makes it clear that is NOT the case, but there's definitely still some confusion. Here's our discussion on the DDF's new doc, Fiducia Supplicans.

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LINKS TO HELPFUL RESOURCES

COURAGE Apostolate 

Fiducia Supplicans

"What 'Fiducia Supplicans' declares about Papal Power" - the Pillar

The 'spirit' of 'Fiducia Supplicans' - the Pillar 

'Fiducia Supplicans': What does it say - the Pillar 

Declaration gives cover to blessing “same-sex couples”, but can it be enforced? - Chris Altieri, Catholic World Report 

The DDF’s “innovative” Declaration on blessings is a disaster - Larry Chapp, Catholic World Report 

On the Public Meaning of Priestly Blessings - Michael Pakaluk, the Catholic Thing

‘Fiducia Supplicans’: A Pastor’s View - Fr. Jeffery Kirby 

Dr. Holly Ordway joins Fr. Sam Kachuba and Matt Sperrazza to discuss Tolkien's Faith and the Lord of the Rings! 

THEY DISCUSS:

• Tolkien and the Traditional Latin Mass
• Tolkien's prowess as a Linguist
• Why Christianity is the true myth
• Tolkien's own experience of raising Catholic children
• Why LOTR is NOT an allegory
• Why Tom Bombadil is kind of an allegory 
• the Marian nature of Hobbits
• Tolkien's approach to modern tech (and how it is a prophetic word for today)

and much more! 

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"In the house of Tom Bombadil" - Nickel Creek https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fA6xsPRElss

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Fr. Ed Broom joins Fr. Sam Kachuba and Matt Sperrazza in order to discuss his newest book, 10 Weeks to Spiritual Advancement. The book is not just an explanation of Saint Ignatius of Loyola's spiritual exercises, it is a 10 week, at home retreat through those exercises. 

Fr. Broom explains different types of prayer (vocal, contemplation, mediation, etc.), the importance of a spiritual director, the key to fruitful Marian prayer, and the value of a general confession. Plus so much more!

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10 Weeks to Spiritual Advancement by Father Ed Broom

Ignatian Spiritual Exercises (Poole translation)

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Fr. Sam Kachuba and Matt Sperrazza are joined by Liz Tamarkin and Kristy Snyder from Kennedy's Rosary Project to talk about the inception, process, and many miracles of Kennedy's Rosary Project! PLUS this is the first episode with a live activity (and another new outro...) 

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First friend of the show (listen and you'll be a part of the inside joke) Dr. Scott Hahn once again joins Fr. Sam Kachuba and Matt Sperrazza to discuss his new book, co-authored with Brandon McGinley, Catholics in Exile: Biblical Wisdom for the Journey Home.

They chat about everything from:

• the Jeremiah Option
• Exile from the society and (what feels like) exile within the Church
• Maintaining Faithfulness
• How the Lord works on us and increases our sanctity
• and much more! 

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Be sure to check out Fr. Sam Kachuba's new podcast "Daily Catholic Reflections with Fr. Sam Kachuba" Links to Podcast below:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-catholic-reflection-with-fr-sam-kachuba/id1728739605

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6h9MTrjWcub9dCQlBqUOuL?si=b94ba955d1f04e70

Podbean: https://dailycatholicreflection.podbean.com/

LINKS

Tangent Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thetangent_catholic/

Tangent FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090267661951

Tangent YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpeAxbil8_mgC4Ielq0_MRQ

Veritas: https://www.veritascatholic.com/

St. Paul Center: https://stpaulcenter.com/product/catholics-in-exile-biblical-wisdom-for-the-journey-home/

Fr. Robert Spitzer joins us on the Tangent to talk about the scientific evidence for the soul found in case studies on near death experiences. We're talking the soul leaving the body, going to heaven (or hell...) and returning back to the body. All while the brain shows a flat EEG (meaning there's no electrical activity in the brain, and therefore a 0% possibility this is a hallucination). Further, he bolsters the argument by focusing on blind patients, who experience an NDE, see for the first time, and return to their bodies.

PLUS Fr. Spitzer dives into the case studies surrounding the Shroud of Turin, the possibility of seeing angels before death, and SO MUCH MORE! 

ANNOUNCEMENT! 

Be sure to check out Fr. Sam Kachuba's new podcast "Daily Catholic Reflections with Fr. Sam Kachuba" Links to Podcast below:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-catholic-reflection-with-fr-sam-kachuba/id1728739605

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6h9MTrjWcub9dCQlBqUOuL?si=b94ba955d1f04e70

Podbean: https://dailycatholicreflection.podbean.com/

FR. SPITZER LINKS 

SCIENCE AT THE DOORSTEP OF GOD: https://store.magiscenter.com/products/science-at-the-doorstep-to-god

MAGIS CENTER - ESSENTIAL MODULES: https://www.magiscenter.com/essential-modules

APOLOGETICS I: THE CATHOLIC FAITH & SCIENCE STUDENT BOOK (SOPHIA INSTITUTE): https://sophiainstitute.com/product/apologetics-i-the-catholic-faith-and-science-student-book/

TANGENT LINKS 

Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thetangent_catholic/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090267661951

Veritas: https://www.veritascatholic.com/

Michael Pakaluk joins us to talk about the White Rose rebellion (see the link below), the importance of telling the truth, the impact of woke culture and the  abortion industry on our culture, the importance of a personal relationship with Jesus, how much time per day needs to be spent in prayer, and of course, his new books!

Michael Pakaluk has authored many books, those mentioned today include:

the Memoirs of St. Peter: A New Translation of the Gospel According to Mark

https://www.regnery.com/9781684513383/the-memoirs-of-st-peter/

Mary's Voice in the Gospel According to John

https://www.regnery.com/9781684513390/marys-voice-in-the-gospel-according-to-john/

Be Good Bankers (forthcoming from Regnery Publishing)

ANNOUNCEMENT! 

Be sure to check out Fr. Sam Kachuba's new podcast "Daily Catholic Reflections with Fr. Sam Kachuba" Links to Podcast below:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-catholic-reflection-with-fr-sam-kachuba/id1728739605

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6h9MTrjWcub9dCQlBqUOuL?si=b94ba955d1f04e70

Podbean: https://dailycatholicreflection.podbean.com/

OTHER LINKS

more info on the White Rose: https://a.co/d/gT1j0hj

Tangent YT: https://www.youtube.com/@thetangent_catholic 

Tangent Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thetangent_catholic/

Tangent FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090267661951

Veritas: https://www.veritascatholic.com/

Fr. Ken Geraci, CPM joins us to talk about spiritual warfare and the message of Divine Mercy given to St. Faustina (which is APOCOLYPTIC). Fr. Ken explains why the Divine Mercy Chaplet is the most powerful prayer the Church has in her arsenal today (because it's an extension of the Mass), shares testimonies about the power of the image, chaplet and feast, and dives into its power to protect us in the midst of spiritual attack.

He also dogs on the Rosary for some reason....(inside joke, listen to be in on it ;)

ANNOUNCEMENT! 

Be sure to check out Fr. Sam Kachuba's new podcast "Daily Catholic Reflections with Fr. Sam Kachuba" Links to Podcast below:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-catholic-reflection-with-fr-sam-kachuba/id1728739605

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6h9MTrjWcub9dCQlBqUOuL?si=b94ba955d1f04e70

Podbean: https://dailycatholicreflection.podbean.com/

LINKS 

Spiritual Warfare & Divine Mercy - https://tanbooks.com/products/spiritual-warfare-and-divine-mercy-the-weapon-of-our-times/

Father's of Mercy - https://fathersofmercy.com/

Tangent Insta - https://www.instagram.com/thetangent_catholic/?hl=en

Tangent FB - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090267661951

Veritas - https://www.veritascatholic.com/

William C. Mattison III joins Fr. Sam Kachuba and Matt Sperrazza to discuss his new book "Follow Me: Walking with Jesus through the Gospels". The heart of this episode is Igniatian spirituality. It's theologically contemplative and speculative by its very nature. It is a fruitful conversation where we step into the Gospel stories themselves:

What was it like for Andrew on the day he met Jesus?

What was it like for Peter to "work all night and catch nothing"... only for Jesus to call him immediately afterwards?

What was it like for Mary as she witnessed Jesus's Resurrection first hand? 

ANNOUNCEMENT! 

Be sure to check out Fr. Sam Kachuba's new podcast "Daily Catholic Reflections with Fr. Sam Kachuba" Links to Podcast below:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-catholic-reflection-with-fr-sam-kachuba/id1728739605

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6h9MTrjWcub9dCQlBqUOuL?si=b94ba955d1f04e70

Podbean: https://dailycatholicreflection.podbean.com/

Don't forget to give us 5 stars and share! 

LINKS

"Follow Me: Walking with Jesus through the Gospels" https://stpaulcenter.com/product/follow-me-walking-with-jesus-through-the-gospels/

Tangent Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thetangent_catholic/?hl=en

Tangent YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpeAxbil8_mgC4Ielq0_MRQ

Tangent FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090267661951

Veritas: https://www.veritascatholic.com/

Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam! 

Today, Fr. Sam and Matt have the chance to interview Fr. Vincent Lampert an exorcist of the Archdiocese of St. Louis. They talk about:

- what Hollywood gets right and wrong about exorcism

- Exorcism as a prayer of the Church

- the signs of demonic manifestation and possession

- Spiritual Warfare prayers

- why the growing need for exorcism might be a result of bad catechesis

- Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, and other young adult fiction

ANNOUNCEMENT! 

Be sure to check out Fr. Sam Kachuba's new podcast "Daily Catholic Reflections with Fr. Sam Kachuba" Links to Podcast below:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-catholic-reflection-with-fr-sam-kachuba/id1728739605

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6h9MTrjWcub9dCQlBqUOuL?si=b94ba955d1f04e70

Podbean: https://dailycatholicreflection.podbean.com/

Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam! 

LINKS

Fr. Lampert's class on Exorcism: https://stpaulcenter.com/emmaus-academy/exorcism/

Tangent Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thetangent_catholic/?hl=en

Tangent YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpeAxbil8_mgC4Ielq0_MRQ

Veritas: https://www.veritascatholic.com/

This week, Fr. Sam Kachuba and Matt Sperrazza interview the founder and CEO of Veritas Catholic Network, Steve Lee! Naturally, they begin by discussing Sweet Baby James by James Taylor. Then they move to discussing Catholic media (and how to succeed and make good content). They continue by discussing "the rise of the amateur". Finishing by recapping Sweet Baby James. Again, James Taylor really influenced this discussion (not really...but sort of)

ANNOUNCEMENT! 

Be sure to check out Fr. Sam Kachuba's new podcast "Daily Catholic Reflections with Fr. Sam Kachuba" Links to Podcast below:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-catholic-reflection-with-fr-sam-kachuba/id1728739605

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6h9MTrjWcub9dCQlBqUOuL?si=b94ba955d1f04e70

Podbean: https://dailycatholicreflection.podbean.com/

PLEASE RATE US WITH FIVE STARS 

Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam! 

LINKS 

https://www.instagram.com/thetangent_catholic/

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090267661951

https://www.youtube.com/@thetangent_catholic

Our First Repeat Guest, Dr. Chris Altieri of Catholic World Report. 

Today we cover much ground, seeking clarity in confusion. We ask the following questions: What is the Synod on Synodality? Is there a reason to be hopeful in the Synod's outcome? Can the Synod change doctrine? Why does the Vatican hate (or love?) Crayola? 

Be sure to rate and review the Podcast. Please share this with someone who might be confused about the Synod on Synodality. Jesus Christ is Lord! 

ANNOUNCEMENT! 

Be sure to check out Fr. Sam Kachuba's new podcast "Daily Catholic Reflections with Fr. Sam Kachuba" Links to Podcast below:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-catholic-reflection-with-fr-sam-kachuba/id1728739605

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6h9MTrjWcub9dCQlBqUOuL?si=b94ba955d1f04e70

Podbean: https://dailycatholicreflection.podbean.com/

LINKS 

Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors: https://www.tutelaminorum.org/a-call-to-action-on-the-occasion-of-the-consistory-for-the-creation-of-new-cardinals-and-the-16th-ordinary-general-assembly-of-the-synod-of-bishops/

Dr. Chris Altieri's work: https://www.catholicworldreport.com/author/christopher-r-altieri/

Tangent Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thetangent_catholic/

Tangent FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090267661951

Tangent YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpeAxbil8_mgC4Ielq0_MRQ

SUPPORT: https://www.veritascatholic.com/take-action

Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam! 

Fr. Burke Masters joins Fr. Sam Kachuba and Matt Sperrazza on this week's episode of the Tangent. In classic Tangent fashion, they chat about Fr. Burke's famous "almost" walk-off grand slam, his vocation story, why Field of Dreams is the most Catholic baseball movie, what it's like being the chaplain of the Chicago Cubs and much more!

ANNOUNCEMENT! 

Be sure to check out Fr. Sam Kachuba's new podcast "Daily Catholic Reflections with Fr. Sam Kachuba" Links to Podcast below:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-catholic-reflection-with-fr-sam-kachuba/id1728739605

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6h9MTrjWcub9dCQlBqUOuL?si=b94ba955d1f04e70

Podbean: https://dailycatholicreflection.podbean.com/

LINKS 

A Grand Slam for God: https://bookstore.wordonfire.org/products/a-grand-slam-for-god

Tangent Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thetangent_catholic/?hl=en

Fr. Sam Kachuba was invited to give a presentation to the new Chesterton Academy of Blessed Michael McGivney in New Haven, CT. 

Links

Chesterton Schools Network 

Chesterton Academy of Bl. Michael McGivney

Dr. Dale Ahlquist on the Tangent

Notes

Email List 

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Other Veritas Shows

The Tangent (Podbean) (Apple) (Spotify) 

Let Me Be Frank with Bishop Frank Caggiano (Podbean) (Apple) (Spotify)

The Frontline With Joe & Joe (Podbean) (Apple) (Spotify)

White Collars (Podbean) (Apple) (Spotify) 

Restless Catholic Young Adults: (Podbean) (Apple) (Spotify)  

Daily Gospel Reflections (Podbean) (Apple) (Spotify)

Today Fr. Sam and Matt interview Fr. Alvaro Ramos about his vocation of serving the poor in Honduras as a priest! They speak about Fr. Alvaro's experience as a business man and how that influences his ministry, what it means to serve the poor (and why faith without works is dead), and how serving the poor brings true purpose to people's lives (rich and poor alike!) 

ANNOUNCEMENT! 

Be sure to check out Fr. Sam Kachuba's new podcast "Daily Catholic Reflections with Fr. Sam Kachuba" Links to Podcast below:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-catholic-reflection-with-fr-sam-kachuba/id1728739605

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6h9MTrjWcub9dCQlBqUOuL?si=b94ba955d1f04e70

Podbean: https://dailycatholicreflection.podbean.com/

LINKS 

Fr. Alvaro's email: alvaroramos@acoes.org

Fr. Alvaro's ministry: https://acoes.org/

Veritas: https://www.veritascatholic.com/

Tangent Insta: https://www.instagram.com/thetangent_catholic/

Tangent FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090267661951

Tangent Website: https://thetangent.podbean.com/

Tangent YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thetangent_catholic

Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam

#catholic #catholicchurch #faithandworks

If you want to know more about the rabbi-disciple relationship, the memorization tools hidden in the Gospels, and why the Three Amigos starring Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Chevy Chase is actually one of the most theologically charged movies of all time, this episode is for you! 

Fr. Sam Kachuba and Matt Sperrazza speak with Gary Michuta about his new book from Emmaus Road Publishing: The Gospel Truth, ultimately, investigating the question: "How can I actually know what Christ taught?". Enter Gary's book, which is a really a mixture of fundamental theology and apologetics, evangelizing and instructing at the same time!  

Don't forget to rate and review! Follow us on instagram below! 

ANNOUNCEMENT! 

Be sure to check out Fr. Sam Kachuba's new podcast "Daily Catholic Reflections with Fr. Sam Kachuba" Links to Podcast below:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-catholic-reflection-with-fr-sam-kachuba/id1728739605

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6h9MTrjWcub9dCQlBqUOuL?si=b94ba955d1f04e70

Podbean: https://dailycatholicreflection.podbean.com/

LINKS 

The Gospel Truth: https://stpaulcenter.com/product/the-gospel-truth-how-we-can-know-what-christ-taught/

Revolt Against Reality: https://shop.catholic.com/revolt-against-reality-fighting-the-foes-of-sanity-and-truth-from-the-serpent-to-the-state/

The Tangent (instagram): https://www.instagram.com/thetangent_catholic/?hl=en

The Tangent (YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpeAxbil8_mgC4Ielq0_MRQ

Fr. Sam and Matt go over Saint Josemaria Escriva's teaching (and how it is the modern day fulfillment of St. Francis De Sales' teaching), meeting Jesus in the Eucharist, and why sometimes it feels like God moves slowly. 

ANNOUNCEMENT! 

Be sure to check out Fr. Sam Kachuba's new podcast "Daily Catholic Reflections with Fr. Sam Kachuba" Links to Podcast below:

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daily-catholic-reflection-with-fr-sam-kachuba/id1728739605

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6h9MTrjWcub9dCQlBqUOuL?si=b94ba955d1f04e70

Podbean: https://dailycatholicreflection.podbean.com/

LINKS 

https://www.instagram.com/thetangent_catholic/

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090267661951

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpeAxbil8_mgC4Ielq0_MRQ

https://www.veritascatholic.com/