Pints With Aquinas

Fr. Scott-Vincent Borba, co-founder of e.l.f. Cosmetics and former Hollywood beauty mogul turned Catholic priest, recounts his conversion after a mystical vision of Saint Michael the Archangel, his decision to give away his multi-million-dollar fortune to charity, and his path through seminary to ordination. Ep. 588 Theotokos Rosaries: https://dwplus.shop/TheotokosRosaries - - -

Matt reacts to the viral nature of his latest interview with the wonderful, Dr. Peter Kreeft. Enjoy the full episode here: https://youtu.be/49GhuwT-NuY - - - Become a Daily Wire Member and watch all of our content ad-free: ⁠⁠https://www.dailywire.com/subscribe⁠⁠

It's Last Call! And Michael "Gomer" Gormley is here with hot takes on some of Pope Leo's AI encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas. Pints: Last Call Ep. 23 Enjoy these episodes and exclusive content ad free, one week early with DailyWire+ : https://get.dailywire.com - - -

On May 31, 2026, Dr. Peter Kreeft's beautiful wife of 63 years, Maria Antoinette Kreeft, went home to her Heavenly reward. In his own words, Dr. Kreeft told us before coming, “There is much to say about that: a story of struggle and grace.” The following conversation is just that. Ep. 587 Theotokos Rosaries: https://dwplus.shop/TheotokosRosaries - - -

It's Last Call! My good wife, Cameron, is here so we can chat and catch up with you on our goings on.  Pints: Last Call Ep. 22 - - -

Dr. Dan Allender, trauma therapist, author, and survivor unpacks how your unexamined stories, shame, and past wounds may quietly be shaping your marriage, and what to do about it. Ep. 586 Theotokos Rosaries: https://dwplus.shop/TheotokosRosaries - - -

It's Last Call, Dr. John Bergsma is back to respond to Calvinist TikToks and explain where Catholic theology agrees and diverges from the five points of Calvinism. Pints: Last Call Ep. 21 - - -

Catholic theologian Jacob Phillips is here to discuss papal authority, the SSPX's looming schism over unauthorized ordinations, liturgical division between the Novus Ordo and Traditional Latin Mass, and the broader crisis of institutional trust facing the modern Church. Ep. 585 Theotokos Rosaries: https://dwplus.shop/TheotokosRosaries -- -- --

It's Last Call! Michael Jones is back to destroy pro-Islam TikToks  from fake Quranic miracles to Sharia law apologists. Pints: Last Call Ep. 20 -- -- –

Laura Le is here to share her journey from devout Buddhist and near-total despair to her conversion to Catholicism and her growing YouTube channel. Ep. 584 Theotokos Rosaries: https://dwplus.shop/TheotokosRosaries - - -

It's Last Call! Mother Natalia is back to teach us a realistic way to pray without ceasing.  Pints: Last Call Ep. 19 - - -

Biblical Scholar, Dr. John Bergsma, a former Protestant pastor who converted to Catholicism, tackles the most common Protestant objections to the Catholic faith from confession and icon veneration to sola scriptura, papal infallibility, and the development of doctrine, using Scripture, early Church history, and his own conversion story. Ep. 583 - - -

It's Last Call! Stephen Meyer is back to destroy the most common arguments for atheism. Pints: Last Call Ep. 18 - - -

Mother Natalia is back and it's her first visit to the new set. She shares her vocation story as well as insights into Byzantine spirituality, sin, suffering, and intimacy with God. Ep. 582 - - -

It's Last Call! Isabel Brown is here to rate popular dating advice as Toxic or Not while sharing some pointers of her own. Pints: Last Call Ep. 17 - - -

Ethan Muse is here to make watertight arguments for how the Marian apparitions of Fatima, the stigmata of Padre Pio, and the Lanciano Eucharistic miracle, each naturalistically inexplicable, collectively vindicate the core doctrines of Catholicism, such that rejecting all of them as fraud, coincidence, or demonic deception becomes increasingly implausible. Ep. 581 Theotokos Rosaries are available here: https://dwplus.shop/TheotokosRosaries - - -

Dr. J. Budziszewski, philosopher and author of Pandemic of Lunacy, is back to destroy the incoherence of nihilism. Pints: Last Call Ep. 16 - - -

Is Islam compatible with the West? Christian apologist Michael Jones breaks down the core tenets of Islam, why it conflicts with Western civilization, and why the evidence still points to Christianity being true. Ep. 580 Theotokos Rosaries are available here: https://dwplus.shop/TheotokosRosaries - - -

It's Last Call! Shayne Smith is back to laugh at TikToks with Matt, chat about the mechanics of a good joke and share advice for aspiring comedians. Pints: Last Call Ep. 15 - - -

Malcolm Guite joins the show for a wide-ranging conversation covering Arthurian legend, the friendship of Tolkien and Lewis, and the deep human longing for mystery and enchantment. Ep. 579 - - -

It's Last Call! Seamus Coughlin, creator of FreedomToons,  is here to cut through the woke,  arguing from a Catholic, pro-marriage perspective against childfree hedonism, anti-marriage red pill advice, abortion advocacy, and toxic relationship content. Pints: Last Call Ep. 14 - - -

Russell Brand joins the show to share about his conversion, overcoming addiction and his latest book, How To Become a Christian in 7 Days.   Ep. 578 - - -

It's Last Call! Fr. Simon Esshaki is back to share simple ways to uncomplicate your prayer life. Pints: Last Call Ep. 13 - - -

Dr. J. Budziszewski, philosopher professor at the University of Texas at Austin, and bestselling author of Pandemic of Lunacy is here to tackle some of the deepest questions of our time: the incoherence of nihilism and materialism, Nietzsche's dangerous appeal, transhumanism, sexual ethics, and what it actually means to love. Ep. 577 - - -

It's Last Call! The Sisters of Life are back to share a heartfelt message of compassion and hope  to women who have posted about their crisis pregnancies on Reddit.  Pints: Last Call Ep. 12 - - -

Ex-Satanist turned Catholic convert, Shayne Smith, returns for a wide-ranging conversation sharing his past involvement with the occult, thoughts on why the Catholic church is more popular than ever and insight into the life of a comedian.  Ep. 576 - - -

It's Last Call! Professor of History, Dr. Thomas Madden is back to debunk common myths surrounding the inquisition, popes, and even flat earth. Pints: Last Call Ep. 11 - - -

Stephen C. Meyer sits down with Matt to discuss evolution, intelligent design, and the collapse of New Atheism. Ep. 575 - - -

It's Last Call! New York Times bestselling author, mythographer and thinker, Martin Shaw is back to tell Matt Fradd (and you) a story. Put your feet up, close your eyes, and enjoy. Pints: Last Call Ep. 10 - - -

Fr. John A. Perricone entered seminary in 1968 and watched from the inside as the Catholic Church underwent its most catastrophic crisis in modern history: heresy taught openly in classrooms, thousands of priests abandoning the faith, and a generation of bishops who did nothing to stop it. Today, he sees the tide turning with many returning to these previously discarded traditions of the Catholic Church. Ep. 574 Theotokos Rosaries are available here: https://store.dailywire.com/collections/matt-fradd-pints-with-aquinas/products/rosary - - -

It's Last Call! Catholic apologist, Trent Horn, is back to absolutely DESTROY Atheism (in a nice way) alongside host, Matt Fradd. Pints: Last Call Ep. 9 - - -

In this conversation, Matt welcomes Sister Magnificat Rose and Sister Mary Grace of the Sisters of Life, a religious community founded in 1991 by Cardinal O'Connor to protect the sacredness of human life. The sisters share their vocation stories, the transformative encounters they have with strangers simply by wearing the habit, and the profound ministry they offer to women facing crisis pregnancies. The conversation weaves together deeply personal reflections on self-reliance, God's mercy, shame, community life, and what it means to truly see and receive every human person as sacred. Ep. 573 - - -

Matt Fradd takes on one of the New Atheist movement's most popular catchphrases, "Do Extraordinary Claims Require Extraordinary Evidence?" and puts it to the test against the historical case for the resurrection of Jesus. - - - Become a Daily Wire Member and watch all of our content ad-free: ⁠⁠https://www.dailywire.com/subscribe⁠⁠

Blessed Triduum, friends. To ring in Holy Week and soon the Easter season philosopher and theologian Dr. Trent Dougherty is here to make the case that the Resurrection of Jesus Christ is not just a matter of faith it's historically defensible. Using the "Three E's" framework (Empty Tomb, Eyewitnesses, and Early Creeds), he walks through why secular scholars and believers alike have strong rational grounds for concluding that the Resurrection actually happened. Pints: Last Call Ep. 8 - - -

Father Simon Esshaki, a Chaldean Catholic priest from San Diego with over 500K TikTok followers joins Matt to talk about why he became a priest, what celibacy actually means, confession and how to pursue sainthood no matter your state in life. Ep. 572 - - -

Pints of Aquinas turns 10 years old today! From the very first podcast episode, “Who Are You, St. Thomas?” to praying to the good Lord that the elevator would work when Dr. Jordan Peterson arrived in Steubenville, Ohio. To FINALLY having Dr. Brant Pitre on and joining The Daily Wire - thank you for being here along the way and praise God for good he is working through these conversations. All glory to God. Cheers.

It's Last Call! Catholic apologist, Joe Heschmeyer, is back to absolutely DESTROY Mormonism (in a nice way) alongside host, Matt Fradd.  Pints: Last Call Ep. 7 - - -

This episode's mature themes may not be suitable for children. Catholic philosopher and epistemologist, Dr. Trent Dougherty, joins Pints to tackle the age-old question: what does it even mean to know something? The conversation weaves between rigorous philosophical debate - Descartes, Gettier, justified true belief and vulnerable personal territory where Dougherty shares his battles with the inner demons that plagued his pursuit of success.  Ep. 571 - - -

It's Last Call! Matt Fradd is taking voicemails and sitting down with Sr. Mary Rachel Capets to discuss how to hear God's voice and know what you're meant to do with your life.  Pints: Last Call Ep. 6 - - -

Martin Shaw is a mythologist, storyteller, and New York Times bestselling author of Liturgies of the Wild: Myths That Make Us. Together, Matt and Martin discuss the power of fairy tales, the need for a quest, and a profound 101 night vigil in the woods that lead Shaw to Christianity. Whisky and cigars included. Ep. 570 - - -

It's Last Call! Catholic biblical scholar, Dr. Brant Pitre, is back to absolutely DESTROY heretical TikTokers (in a nice way) with Last Call host, Matt Fradd. Pints: Last Call Ep. 5

Catholic apologist, Brian Holdsworth, joins Matt Fradd to discuss Pope Leo's papacy, the loss of modesty in today's culture as well as the current attrition rate in the church, how to raise families in authentic community, and the role classical literature plays in human formation.  Ep. 569 -- -- –

In today's Last Call, Matt Fradd lays out the "Islamic Dilemma." He then sits down with Father Jason Charron to discuss the growing phenomenon of Muslims converting to Christianity. Together they announce an upcoming pilgrimage opportunity to journey to the Seven Churches of Revelation. Join them in Turkey October 27 - November 6, 2026! 

Dr. Thomas Madden, Professor of Medieval History and Director of the Center for Medieval and Renaissance Studies at Saint Louis University, sits down to set the record straight on the Crusades. Demystifying one of history's most misunderstood chapters. Dr. Madden draws on 30 years of scholarship and archival work to trace the full arc of the Crusades from their origins in centuries of Muslim expansion to the catastrophic Fourth Crusade's sack of Constantinople. Whether you think the Crusades were an act of aggression, piety, or geopolitical chaos, this conversation will challenge what you thought you knew. Ep. 568 Dr. Thomas Madden's book "The Concise History of the Crusades" is available here: https://a.co/d/0jjYdCFm - - - Today's Sponsors: St. Paul Center - Join the Bible Study movement alongside a global community. Sign up today at https://stpaulcenter.com/pints PreBorn - Make a difference for generations to come. Donate securely online at https://preborn.com/PINTS or dial #250 keyword 'BABY' Good Ranchers - Subscribe and get $100 off over your first three orders when you use code PINTS at https://GoodRanchers.com  Charity Mobile - Visit https://charitymobile.com/MATTFRADD to get started. Shopify - Sign up for your $1-per-month trial and start selling today at https://Shopify.com/pints - - - Become a Daily Wire Member and watch all of our content ad-free: ⁠⁠https://www.dailywire.com/subscribe⁠⁠

In this episode of Last Call, Matt shares his personal journey from agnostic teenager to committed Catholic, and answers your questions on the topic of conversion. Then, Matt sits down with renowned Catholic theologian, Dr. Scott Hahn, who reflects candidly on what advice he would give his 1986 self upon converting to Catholicism, including the mistakes he made with friends, family, and within his own marriage in his early zeal. Pints: Last Call Ep. 3 - - -

Catholic apologist Joe Heschmeyer stops by to discuss his debate with LDS apologist and the theological problems with LDS beliefs. Later on they discuss the toxic culture of online apologetics, dating advice and practical tips for breaking phone addiction. Ep. 567 - - - Today's Sponsors: Seven Weeks Coffee: Save up to 25% with promo code 'PINTS' at https://sevenweekscoffee.com/PINTS Cowguys - Visit https://tallowdeodorant.shop and get a beef tallow balm for free. Charity Mobile - Visit https://charitymobile.com/MATTFRADD to get started. Catholic Match - Download the app or head to https://CatholicMatch.com and find your forever. St. Paul Center - Join the Bible Study movement alongside a global community. Sign up today at https://stpaulcenter.com/pints - - - Become a Daily Wire Member and watch all of our content ad-free: ⁠⁠https://www.dailywire.com/subscribe⁠⁠

Lent is here! Matt Fradd and Brian Holdsworth discuss the Catholic Church's teachings on fasting and how to strike the balance between challenging yourself this Lent without overcommitting. Pour yourself a drink and kick back it's, Last Call. Pints: Last Call Ep. 2

Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. joins Matt Fradd for an in-depth conversation about Eucharistic miracles, the real presence of Christ, and the spiritual life. Fr. Pine shares his research on miraculous hosts that have turned to human heart tissue, how to detect pride and narcissism in ourselves, and offers practical wisdom on prayer, the dangers of social media, and why showing up in God's presence, even with our mess, is what Jesus desires most. Ep. 566

Who was St. Valentine, and what does his feast day have to do with the commercialized holiday we celebrate today? Matt Fradd explores the fascinating (and surprisingly murky) history of the patron saint of love, sharing moving stories of his faith, courage, and martyrdom from early Church tradition. - - - Today's Sponsor: Catholic Match - Download the app or head to https://CatholicMatch.com and find your forever. - - - Become a Daily Wire Member and watch all of our content ad-free: ⁠https://www.dailywire.com/subscribe⁠

Introducing Last Call, an evening show with Matt Fradd for those of you that need another round. Kick back and enjoy as Fr. Gregory Pine and Matt Fradd reminisce on the various Pints sets of yore and join us in prayer as Father bestows an Epiphany blessing upon the new studio.  Pints: Last Call Ep. 1

Catholic apologist Trent Horn opens up about his wife's brain tumor, the toxicity plaguing online Catholic discourse, and why he now sends his scripts to critics before publishing. This wide-ranging conversation covers everything from dating culture and Gen Z struggles to practical advice for Protestants considering Catholicism. A candid, honest discussion about faith, suffering, and how to evangelize with both truth and love. Ep. 565