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St. Basil the Great – The Doctors of the Church with Dr. Matthew Bunson Born: 330 AD, Kayseri, Turkey Died: January 1, 379 AD, Kayseri, Turkey Siblings: Gregory of Nyssa, Macrina the Younger, Theosebia Dr. Matthew Bunson and Kris McGregor discuss the life of St. Basil the Great. St. Basil defended Christ’s divinity during the Arian controversy, contributed significantly to understanding the Holy Trinity and pneumatology. Pope St. Pius V declared him a doctor of the Church in 1568 amid the Council of Trent. St. Basil’s commitment to social teachings, exemplified as bishop of Caesarea, reflects his deep concern for the dignity of every person. The significance of his family, including siblings like St. Gregory of Nyssa, is acknowledged. St. Basil’s emphasis on eternal life and indifference to worldly achievements serves as a key aspect of his legacy. Dr. Bunson provides insights into the multifaceted contributions of St. Basil as a defender of faith, social advocate, and influential figure in the development of monastic traditions. Discerning Hearts Reflection Questions: * How does St. Basil’s defense of Christ’s divinity during the Arian controversy inspire your understanding of the importance of precise theological language in discussions about faith? * In what ways can we, like St. Basil, actively engage in social teachings and demonstrate a deep concern for the dignity of every person in our communities? * Reflect on St. Basil’s contributions to monasticism, particularly his emphasis on communal living, care for the poor, and humility. How can these principles be applied to your own spiritual journey? * Consider the significance of St. Basil’s family, including St. Gregory of Nyssa. How does the family dynamic contribute to their collective impact on the Church, and how might our own families reflect and support our faith? * St. Basil placed great importance on eternal life over earthly achievements. How can we adopt a similar perspective in our daily lives, focusing on spiritual growth and the pursuit of the divine rather than worldly success? For more from Dr. Matthew Bunson check out his Discerning Hearts page Dr. Matthew E. Bunson is a Register senior editor and senior contributor to EWTN News. For the past 20 years, he has been active in the area of Catholic social communications and education, including writing, editing, and teaching on a variety of topics related to Church history, the papacy, the saints, and Catholic culture. He is faculty chair at Catholic Distance University, a senior fellow of the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology, and the author or co-author of over 50 books including The Encyclopedia of Catholic History, The Pope Encyclopedia, We Have a Pope! Benedict XVI, The Saints Encyclopedia and best-selling biographies of St. Damien of Molokai and St. Kateri Tekakwitha. Episode: https://www.discerninghearts.com/catholic-podcasts/st-basil-the-great-the-doctors-of-the-church-with-dr-matthew-bunson-discerning-hearts-podcast/ Podcast: https://www.discerninghearts.com/catholic-podcasts/category/media/podcast/

St. Gregory of Nazianzus – The Doctors of the Church with Dr. Matthew Bunson Born: 329 AD Died: January 1, 390 AD Dr. Matthew Bunson and Kris McGregor explore St. Gregory of Nazianzus (Nazianzen), a doctor of the Church. St. Gregory faced the Arian heresy and a tension between solitude and serving as a priest. His theological contributions include emphasizing “consubstantial” and defending the Trinity. Dr. Bunson highlights his views on Christ’s full humanity, theosis, and the connection between theology and prayer, making special note of Pope Benedict XVI’s insights on St. Gregory as well. St. Gregory’s teachings provide timeless prescriptions for addressing heresy, offering valuable lessons for today’s challenges in defending the faith. Discerning Hearts Reflection Questions: * How does St. Gregory of Nazianzus’ struggle between solitude and active service resonate with your own spiritual journey and the challenges of balancing personal prayer with engagement in the world? * In what ways can St. Gregory’s response to the Arian heresy inspire you to actively defend and uphold the Church’s teachings in your community or personal life? * Reflect on the significance of the term “consubstantial” in describing the relationship within the Trinity. How does this theological concept deepen your understanding of God? * Consider St. Gregory’s emphasis on theosis. How can you strive to become more like Christ in your daily life? * How can you integrate prayer into your study of theology to enhance your relationship with God and the Church? For more on St. Gregory of Nazianzus and his teachings: Gregory Nazianzen – Orations – Letters   For more from Dr. Matthew Bunson check out his Discerning Hearts page Dr. Matthew E. Bunson is a Register senior editor and senior contributor to EWTN News. For the past 20 years, he has been active in the area of Catholic social communications and education, including writing, editing, and teaching on a variety of topics related to Church history, the papacy, the saints, and Catholic culture. He is faculty chair at Catholic Distance University, a senior fellow of the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology, and the author or co-author of over 50 books including The Encyclopedia of Catholic History, The Pope Encyclopedia, We Have a Pope! Benedict XVI, The Saints Encyclopedia and best-selling biographies of St. Damien of Molokai and St. Kateri Tekakwitha. Episode: https://www.discerninghearts.com/catholic-podcasts/st-gregory-of-nazianzus-the-doctors-of-the-church-with-dr-matthew-bunson-discerning-hearts-podcast/ Podcast: https://www.discerninghearts.com/catholic-podcasts/category/media/podcast/

Maria Morera Johnson and Heidi Hess Saxton David G. Bonagura, Jr. about his new book, Jerome's Tears (Sophia Institute Press). from our guest's website: David G. Bonagura, Jr. is an adjunct professor of classical languages at St. Joseph's Seminary, New York, and adjunct professor of theology at Catholic Distance University. He serves as Religion Editor of The University Bookman, the flagship publication of the Russell Kirk Center. He is the 2023-2024 Cardinal Newman Society Fellow for Eucharistic Education. He is the author of Steadfast in Faith: Catholicism and the Challenges of Secularism (Cluny Media, 2019) and Staying With the Church: Trusting God's Plan of Salvation (Scepter Publishers, 2021). He is the translator of Jerome's Tears: Letters to Friends in Mourning (Sophia Institute Press, October 2023). Links in Episode: David G. Bonagura, Jr. website David G. Bonagura, Jr. books

Our guest today is David Bonagura, a distinguished professor and writer, who teaches Classical Languages at St. Joseph Seminary in New York City and theology at Catholic Distance University. David also serves as religion editor for the University Bookman and is the author of several insightful works, including "Steadfast in Faith: Catholicism and the Challenges of Secularism" and his latest book, "Jerome's Tears: Letters to Friends in Mourning." This unique book translates and compiles seven letters by St. Jerome, offering comfort and spiritual guidance to those experiencing loss. David joins us to discuss the profound impact of these letters and how they reveal a compassionate side of Jerome, often overshadowed by his more polemical reputation. Tune in to hear David share Jerome's wisdom on coping with grief and finding hope through faith and spiritual growth.

Karlo Broussard is a Catholic Answer's apologist and speaker working in the Diocese of Tulsa to  offer apologetical, catechetical, and evangelization training to the faithful. Karlo has published articles on a variety of subjects in Catholic Answers Magazine, is a regular guest on Catholic Answers Live, and is an active writer for Catholic Answers Magazine Online. Karlo holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in theology from Catholic Distance University and the Augustine Institute, along with a masters in philosophy from Holy Apostles College and Seminary. He lives with his wife, Jaqueline, and their five children here in Tulsa, Oklahoma. SHOW NOTES: karlobroussard.com Karlo Broussard Rice Festival 2000: https://youtu.be/TpCOlhAcU3I

“St. Jerome is best known for compiling the Latin edition of the Bible, called the Vulgate, and rightly so,” said David G. Bonagura, Jr., an adjunct professor of classical languages at St. Joseph's Seminary, New York, and adjunct professor of theology at Catholic Distance University. He serves as Religion Editor of The University Bookman, the flagship publication of the Russell Kirk Center. He is the 2023-2024 Cardinal Newman Society Fellow for Eucharistic Education.  “He is also known for a famous quotation: ‘Ignorance of Scripture is ignorance of Christ.' But there is more to St. Jerome than this. We have 123 of his letters, written in a style equivalent to the modern essay, on a variety of topics. His letters of consolation stand out as some of the greatest examples of Latin prose and of pastoral care." The book contains seven letters written by St. Jerome from the years 389–412. In addition to translating the letters, Mr. Bonagura wrote an extended introduction to St. Jerome's life, work, and thought. He also wrote a brief paragraph before each letter identifying the deceased, the bereaved, and the context. Learn more about Mr. Bonagura's new book from Sophia Institute Press at Jerome's Tears: Letters to Friends in Mourning and find out more about Mr. Bonagura at https://www.davidgbonagurajr.com

Dr Tamra Fromm starts a 6-part series from Maryvale Institute which will cover various topics available for study through their online courses. The first topic being Catechism, Dr Fromm gives an engaging talk on what Catechesis is, its history, how it is transmitted and by whom. Dr Tamra Fromm is a lecturer in catechetics and research methods for Maryvale Institute. She is also a professor of catechetics and practicum supervisor for Catholic Distance University and teaches the Old Testament for the Catholic Biblical School of Michigan in the United States. Her professional background includes service in seminary administration and teaching, diocesan marketing for Catholic schools, and young adult ministry. She holds a PhD in theology. As a convert to the Catholic faith, she is passionate about reaching out to the ‘nones' (or religiously unaffiliated) and has spoken and written extensively on evangelization. Credo is a programme the nourish listeners in their Catholic faith. It airs live every weekday at 4pm and is rebroadcast at 4am the following day. To listen to Radio Maria live, tune in on Digital Radio in selected regions of the United Kingdom, download the Radio Maria Play app or listen online anywhere in the world by visiting www.RadioMariaEngland.uk. If you find these podcasts beneficial please consider making a once off or monthly donation. To do so visit www.RadioMariaEngland.uk or call 0300 302 1251 during office hours. It is only through the ongoing support of our listeners that we continue to be a Christian voice by your side.

"Living out the faith and passing it on is more an action of something that is caught rather than taught," says David G. Bonagura, Jr., an adjunct professor of classical languages at St. Joseph's Seminary, New York, and adjunct professor of theology at Catholic Distance University. In his new article in the Catholic World Report: "Can Catholicism be passed along without Catholic Culture?" Bonagura argues that faith needs to be cultivated by more than "simply" going to Mass. It needs to be passed along through tradition and action. "Fast forward to today when we don't have those things. It's much more difficult for faith to take root because there's nothing supporting the supernatural element." Bonagura continues, "What did Christ promise us? He didn't promise us roses and victories in this life. He promised us the cross. The cross is the means to the Resurrection and fighting things like this difficult culture - that's part of the cross. It's not easy to do but it's how our Lord chooses to sanctify us. That's His means of crucifying us to the world so that we can share in the glory of Easter. There's no Easter without Good Friday, as unpleasant as Good Friday may be, nevertheless, we have to do it. That's what He asks. Just like He did it. We do it in imitation of Him." Learn more about Bonagura's writings and work at https://www.davidgbonagurajr.com

Erik Bootsma is a Catholic architect and author, specialised in classical and sacred architecture. He is instructor of sacred architecture at the Catholic Distance University and has given many lectures at various colleges. Over the years, he has built up extensive knowledge about ecclesiastical and other sacred architecture. He is also involved in the planning of several new urban districts, like St. Aubin Village in Detroit and St. James-on-the-Glebe. In this interview we talk about a very wide range of topics, from building materials to urban challenges in the United stage, and from his Dutch heritage to craftsmanship. His work can be found on https://bootsmadesign.com/ ------- For more information on The Aesthetic City, find our website on https://theaestheticcity.com/ Love what we do? Become a patron! With your help we can grow this platform even further, make more content and hopefully achieve real, lasting impact for more beautiful cities worldwide. Visit our Patreon page here: https://www.patreon.com/the_aesthetic_city?fan_landing=true Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/_Aesthetic_City Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.aesthetic.city/

With Mike Opelka filling in for Vince Coglianese, Mike speaks with Matthew Bunson, Faculty Chair at Catholic Distance University and Senior Fellow at the St Paul Center for Biblical Theology about the legacy of Pope Benedict. For more coverage on the issues that matter to you visit www.WMAL.com, download the WMAL app or tune in live on WMAL-FM 105.9 from 3-6pm.   To join the conversation, check us out on social media: @WMAL @VinceCoglianese See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Mike Opelka filling in for Vince Coglianese, Mike discusses the days' news, and speaks with Matthew Bunson, Faculty Chair at Catholic Distance University and Senior Fellow at the St Paul Center for Biblical Theology about the legacy of Pope Benedict. For more coverage on the issues that matter to you visit www.WMAL.com, download the WMAL app or tune in live on WMAL-FM 105.9 from 3-6pm.   To join the conversation, check us out on social media: @WMAL @VinceCoglianese See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Marcellino D'Ambrosio (“Dr. Italy”), Co-founder and Director of The Crossroads Initiative, is the author of five books and hundreds of articles. In 2019, Dr. D'Ambrosio published the groundbreaking Bible study on the life of Jesus Christ filmed in the Holy Land, Jesus: The Way, the Truth, and the Life, presenting alongside Jeff Cavins and Dr. Edward Sri. In 2022, he became the co-author and co-presenter of What We Believe: The Beauty of the Catholic Faith, together with Dr. Andrew Swafford and Sarah Swafford. Dr. D'Ambrosio is currently a Professor of Theology at the Catholic Distance University.

On "EWTN News Nightly" tonight: President Joe Biden's speech Thursday night in Philadelphia is still causing an uproar among critics, who called it everything but unifying. Biden stated, "Donald Trump and the MAGA Republicans represent an extremism that threatens the very foundations of our republic." Meanwhile, inside a Palm Beach court house on Thursday, a federal judge signaled she was open to the idea of having an outside legal expert examine the documents seized by the FBI in its search of former President Donald Trump's home last month. Founder and President of the Article Three Project, Mike Davis, joins to help us unpack Thursday's court hearing and why the former president wants an independent review. And Maryland's Congressional delegation is dominated by Democrats. Congressman Andy Harris is the lone Republican in the state. The congressman says his life and public service are guided by his Catholic faith. A new online study course examines the beauty and history of the Catholic faith. Coauthor of the online study package and from Catholic Distance University, Dr. Marcellino D'Ambrosio, joins to tell us a little about the course and the timing of it. Finally this evening, Pope Francis is encouraging artists to be "preachers of beauty and truth," at the Vitae Summit at the Vatican. Founder and President of Vitae Global, Luis Quinelli, joins to tell us more about this event and which artists participated. Don't miss out on the latest news and analysis from a Catholic perspective. Get EWTN News Nightly delivered to your email: https://ewtn.com/enn

Lauretta Froelich is back loyal listeners and she is super excited for the show today.  She has on with her today, Dr. Matthew Bunson, Senior Fellow of the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology and the Chancellor of the North Central Lieutenancy of the Equestrian Order of Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem.  He is the author of many books including: The Encyclopedia of Catholic History, The Encyclopedia of Saints and The Angelic Doctor: The Life and World of St. Thomas Aquinas. Dr. Bunson is on the faculty of the Catholic Distance University, moderator of the Church History forum for EWTN.com, contributing editor and columnist for This Rock magazine and served as a consultant for various media outlets.  On today's program, Lauretta and Dr. Bunson discuss the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem, the spirituality of the Order and the Eucharist in light of the Bishops upcoming Eucharistic Amazement.  To learn more about Dr. Matthew Bunson, the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepluchre, please visit: https://www.ststanschurch.org/  EWTN.com https://www.eohsjnorthcentral.org/   

Well-known Catholic author and journalist Russell Shaw delivered a talk entitled “Secrecy vs. Communio in the Catholic Church” at Christendom College on Monday November 3, 2008.Shaw is author or coauthor of 20 books and a contributor to and/or editor of several others. His most recent book is Nothing To Hide: Secrecy, Communication, and Communion in the Catholic Church.Shaw has published thousands of magazine and newspaper articles, columns, and reviews in U.S. and foreign periodicals. He is: a contributing editor of Our Sunday Visitor national Catholic newspaper; a columnist for Catholic Exchange, Inside Catholic, and several diocesan newspapers; American correspondent of Palabra, a newsmagazine published in Madrid; and a contributor to several encyclopedias. Currently, he is serving his third five-year term as a consultor of the Vatican's Pontifical Council for Social Communications. He is a member of the faculties of the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross, Rome, and the Catholic Distance University, Hamilton, Va.

Well-known Catholic author and journalist Russell Shaw delivered a talk entitled “Secrecy vs. Communio in the Catholic Church” at Christendom College on Monday November 3, 2008.Shaw is author or coauthor of 20 books and a contributor to and/or editor of several others. His most recent book is Nothing To Hide: Secrecy, Communication, and Communion in the Catholic Church.Shaw has published thousands of magazine and newspaper articles, columns, and reviews in U.S. and foreign periodicals. He is: a contributing editor of Our Sunday Visitor national Catholic newspaper; a columnist for Catholic Exchange, Inside Catholic, and several diocesan newspapers; American correspondent of Palabra, a newsmagazine published in Madrid; and a contributor to several encyclopedias. Currently, he is serving his third five-year term as a consultor of the Vatican's Pontifical Council for Social Communications. He is a member of the faculties of the Pontifical University of the Holy Cross, Rome, and the Catholic Distance University, Hamilton, Va.

Catholics read the Scriptures: Commentary on Benedict XVI's Verbum Domini by Bevil Bramwell OMIBenedict XVI's exhortation Verbum Domini is a concise summary of the theology of Scripture in the Catholic Church. This book is a graduate level analysis of the Catholic use of Scripture in prayer, liturgy and theology, as it is found in Benedict's exhortation. He also shows the possible uses of the modern tools of exegesis and their limitations when dealing with the Word given by God to his Church.The problem with this kind of tinkering was that one has to be expert in theological anthropology, in Christology and at least some philosophical hermeneutics. The highly developed skills that were demanded led to less able scholars treating the scriptures as a palimpsest on which they could write their own gospel so to speak. The issue of the unique nature of the sacred scriptures such that their only possibility of being understood lies in the tradition that gave them birth and that remains in union with them.Benedict XVI spotted this historical development and included a substantial theology of scripture and tradition in his presentation of the results of the Synod in 2008. As a result, in passing, he outlined a substantial educational project commensurate with the substantial reality that we call the scriptures. If it were ever to be implemented it would transform departments of scripture and the entire conception of how seminary education is carried out.Fr. Bramwell OMI teaches Systematic Theology at Catholic Distance University. He is from South Africa, did his doctorate at Boston College, and has five books to his credit including Laity: Beautiful, Good and True - Hans Urs von Balthasar's Theology of the Laity; The World of the Sacraments - The Catholic Theology of the Sacraments; John Paul II's Ex Corde Ecclesiae - The Gift of Catholic Universities to the World, and The Catholic Priesthood - A 360 Degree View. https://www.amazon.com/Catholics-read-Scriptures-Commentary-Benedict/dp/1494237687www.readersmagnet.comhttp://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/frbevbramwellrm.mp3   

#107 A frank discussion on Masks, Covid, and CRT with Deacon Gerald-Marie AnthonyJoin Jack and special guest Deacon Gerald-Marie Anthony as they discuss Deacon Anthony's latest articles on Covid-19, Critical Race Theory and Racial Healing.  Deacon Anthony is a theologian, author, and apologist who has taught the Catholic faith for over twenty years. He is a prolific writer, author and the Director of Religious Education at Saint Timothy Catholic Church in Arlington Virginia. He received his B.A. in Theology from Christendom College and his M.A. in Theology from the Catholic Distance University.  A Renewed Look at Pastoral Freedom Concerning COVID-19,  by Deacon Anthony....Refocusing the United States on the Light of ChristFor the CDC website to show that it is updated: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/different-vaccines.html The actual "Fact Sheet" I was reading from today: http://labeling.pfizer.com/ShowLabeling.aspx?id=14472&format=pdf   (note p. 3 which says the "duration of protection against Co-Vid 19 is unknown") comes right from the Pfizer website which is connected to the CDCOther things of note:Diabolein vs SymbaleinGreek root of the word “diabolical” (diabolein) means to cut, tear, or divide.Symbalein means to bring together, gather up, unionAs noted, all of these theories divide (white vs non-white, privilege/oppressor vs non-privileged/oppressed, vaccinated vs non-vaccinated, etc.) and are being used as the tools of the devil as they are tearing up the one flesh of the Mystical body the Church where there should be a united body, as St. Paul says "There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all" (Eph. 4:4-6).   We are all called to be united in and under Christ!  This is why we much proclaim the truth, promote the good, and uphold the dignity of every person. Freudian Principle vs Eucharistic PrincipleFreudian Principle:  "This is your body given up for me".   You exist and should do things so that I feel comfortable EVEN IF IT VIOLATES YOUR CONSCIENCE AND MAKES YOU FEEL UNCOMFORTABLE.  Eucharistic Principle:  "This is my body given up for you."    I exist so I can uphold your conscience and dignity.   I won't ask you to violate yourself for me because that is not love, but lust (using another for MY good).  You must get the shot because it makes ME feel better.  As compared to medical directives which you make your own medical decisions and you do what is best for you.  Not manipulation, but informed consent.  Don't forget to sign up for our Newsletter!!  JPll Renewal Center email listPlease consider being a Sponsor of the show! Email me with questions!Contact Jack: BWYR Podcast is a production of the John Paul ll Renewal Center or email him at info@jp2renew.orgSupport the show (http://jp2renew.org/donate/)

In this episode of Personally Speaking, Msgr. Jim Lisante is joined by David Bonagura. David teaches at Regis High School, a Jesuit high school in New York City, and is an Adjunct Professor at both St. Joseph's Seminary in New York, and at Catholic Distance University. His latest book is called, “Staying with the Catholic Church: Trusting God's Plan of Salvation”.Support the show (http://closeencountertv.com/cetvdonate.asp)

#103: "Being Critical of Critical Race Theory" with Deacon Gerard-Marie AnthonyJoin Jack and special guest Deacon Gerald-Marie Anthony as they discuss Deacon Anthony's latest articles on Critical Race Theory and Racial Healing.  Deacon Anthony is the Director of Religious Education at Saint Timothy Catholic Church in Arlington Virginia. He received his B.A. in Theology from Christendom College and his M.A. in Theology from the Catholic Distance University. He also has earned his Theology of the Body Institute Certificate as well as a Virginia Catholic Education Teaching Certification. Deacon Anthony is a theologian, author, and apologist who has taught the Catholic faith for over twenty years. He is a prolific writer and author. Here are links to his latest articles/books/and videos:The Best Medicine for Racial Healing (Homiletic and Pastoral Review): https://www.hprweb.com/2021/05/the-best-medicine-for-racial-healing/ Being Critical of Critical Race Theory (Crisis Magazine): https://www.crisismagazine.com/2021/being-critical-of-critical-race-theory  A Renewed Look at Pastoral Freedom Concerning COVID-19 (Homiletic and Pastoral Review): https://www.hprweb.com/2021/05/a-renewed-look-at-pastoral-freedom-concerning-covid-19/ Cost of Racism and Rash Judgement-What Can You Get for $5.58 (2Minutes2Virtue): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iEfJ7LvDClg&t=3s  For My books:  https://www.jmjgerardmarie.com/online-store Check out my book with a Primer in Theology of the Body called Hope and the Theology of the Body (Great for Wedding Preparation in chapter 5-7)As well as my short book explaining and defending Marian Intercession called  5 Minutes to Glory Series: Explaining How Catholics DO NOT Worship MaryDeacon Gerard-Marie Anthony's website is:  https://www.jmjgerardmarie.com/  Don't forget to sign up for our Newsletter!!  JPll Renewal Center email listPlease consider being a Sponsor of the show! Email me with questions!Contact Jack: BWYR Podcast is a production of the John Paul ll Renewal Center or email him at info@jp2renew.orgSupport the show (http://jp2renew.org/donate/)

On this episode of Catholic Forum, after a brief introduction and the Gospel for the Fourth Sunday of Lent, we will talk with Dr. Marianne Mount, President of Catholic Distance University. Pope Francis has declared this a Year of Saint Joseph. Dr. Mount will discuss the beloved saint, what we know about him from scripture and tradition, and why the Holy Father has honored him with his own year. 

Charlene is talking about the diocese's Ad Hoc Committee Against Racism   Dr. Mount is President of Catholic Distance University

Congressman Bob Barr represented Georgia’s 7th District in the House of Representatives from 1995-2003. He now practices law in Atlanta, Georgia and is Chairman of Liberty Guard a non-profit, pro-liberty organization. He also heads the Law Enforcement Education Foundation and a consulting firm, Liberty Strategies. And he is on the board of directors for the National Rifle Association. TOPIC: Second Amendment: The Supreme Court has failed AGAIN!! Dr. Matthew Bunson is the Executive Editor of EWTN News (Eternal World Television Network). He is also the author of more than fifty books, a historian, professor, editor, Roman Catholic theologian, Senior Contributor for EWTN, the Catholic multimedia network, Senior Fellow at the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology, and Faculty Chair at Catholic Distance University. TOPIC: The importance of the First Amendment!! Trent England is the Executive Director of Save Our States, a non-profit organization devoted to defending and saving the Electoral College. He is also the author of “Why We Must Defend the Electoral College.” Trent is also an attorney who earned his law degree from George Mason University in Virginia. He earned his bachelors degree from Claremont McKenna College in California. TOPIC: The benefits of the Electoral College!!

Ximena Barreto, Business Development Director and Political Advisor at Engineered Tax Services and the Director of Communications and Grassroots Strategy for Frontiers of Freedom. She was also a grassroots leader of Latino’s for Trump. Barreto has drawn staunch opposition from the Left for being a Latina willing to support and defend the Constitution of the United States, free enterprise, and the concept that America is an exceptional nation with unparalleled freedom and opportunity. TOPIC...The Left: They are using this crisis to their political advantage!! Edward Ring, contributing editor and senior fellow with the California Policy Center, which he co-founded in 2013 and served as its first president. He is also a senior fellow with the Center for American Greatness. His work has appeared in the Los Angeles Times, the Wall Street Journal, the Economist, Forbes, and other media outlets. TOPIC...THE INMATES NOW RUN THE VENICE BEACH Dr. Matthew Bunson, Executive Editor of EWTN News (Eternal World Television Network) American author of more than fifty books, a historian, professor, editor, Roman Catholic theologian, Senior Contributor for EWTN, the Catholic multimedia network, Senior Fellow at the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology, and Faculty Chair at Catholic Distance University. TOPIC...The importance of the Holy Week and Easter!!

Chris Padgett has been doing ministry for over 20 years. He is an author, musician, teacher, and motivational speaker. Padgett has been married to his high school sweetheart for over 25 years and has nine children. He has also appeared on television and radio and has been a regular speaker and entertainer at Steubenville youth conferences. For the last several years, Chris was an adjunct professor of theology at Franciscan University and currently teaches at Catholic Distance University.

There is a saint for every petition under the sun. But when we think of saints to we think beyond their instrumentality through “pious devotions” and “novenas”?  Have we befriended a saint lately?  Jennifer Ristine will share her story of how she befriended Mary Magdalene, or better said, how Mary Magdalene befriended her.  She will also share about the recently excavated site of Ancient Magdala in the Holy Land, uncovered in 2009, and the insights we gain about Mary Magdalene.   About the Speaker:  Jennifer Ristine is the author of Mary Magdalene: Insights from Ancient Magdala.  She served as the Director of the Magdalena Institute and Visitors’ Center Coordinator in Magdala, the ancient hometown of Mary Magdalene, a first century Jewish site and Christian pilgrim center, from August 2014 to July 2018 (www.magdala.org).  She has obtained degrees in Special Education from Western Illinois University, Pastoral and Religious studies from Regina Apostolorum in Rome, and her Masters in Theology from Catholic Distance University in Virginia.  In 1997 she consecrated her life to God in the Regnum Christi Movement, a Society of Apostolic Life in the Catholic Church.  Since then, she has dedicated her life to the spiritual, cultural and faith formation of those she serves, whether through spiritual direction, retreats, conferences and teaching.  She is currently stationed in the DC area and serving nationally through conferences, retreats and as a contributor for the Regnum Christi Spirituality Center.   Follow 270Catholic on Facebook and Instagram @270Catholic. You can also sign up for the 270Catholic Newsletter and join the community by going to www.270Catholic.org

https://www.catholic.com/profile/karlo-broussard (Karlo Broussard) talks philosophy This episode is sponsored by Council of Man Member, Michael Moore https://shop.catholic.com/prepare-the-way-overcoming-obstacles-to-god-the-gospel-and-the-church/ (Get Karlo’s book here). Karlo Broussard, a native of Crowley, Louisiana, left a promising musical career to devote himself full-time to the work of Catholic apologetics. For more than a decade he has traveled the country teaching apologetics, biblical studies, theology, and philosophy. Karlo has published articles on a variety of subjects in Catholic Answers Magazine, is a regular guest on Catholic Answers Live, and is an active blogger at catholic.com. Karlo holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in theology from Catholic Distance University and the Augustine Institute, and is currently working on his masters in philosophy with Holy Apostles College and Seminary. He also worked for several years in an apprenticeship with nationally known author and theologian Fr. Robert J. Spitzer at the Magis Center of Reason and Faith. Karlo is one of the most dynamic and gifted Catholic speakers on the circuit today, communicating with precision of thought, a genuine love for God, and an enthusiasm that inspires. Karlo resides in Murrieta, CA with his wife and four children. You can view Karlo’s online videos at http://karlobroussard.com/ (KarloBroussard.com). You can also book Karlo for a speaking event by contacting Catholic Answers at 619-387-7200. If this is your first time listening to The Catholic Man Show, we do 3 things every episode: 1.) Open, review, and enjoy a man beverage – Minutes 1-12. 2.) Highlight a man gear – Minutes 12-24. 3.) Have a manly conversation – Minutes 24-48. MAN DRINK: https://www.wine.com/product/donati-family-vineyards-claret-2012/140423 (DFV Claret) MAN GEAR: The Knife MAN TOPIC: Philosophy Did you miss our https://thecatholicmanshow.com/artofmanliness/ (episode) with Brett McKay from The Art of Manliness? If you haven't listened to The Catholic Man Show before, check out our previous episodes https://thecatholicmanshow.com/episodes/ (here). Subscribe to our https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5MhmMZZhEnrapVYUIkFHLg?view_as=subscriber ( YouTube channel) to watch past episodes. Want to help The Catholic Man Show? Want to help get the word out? Please rate The Catholic Man Show on https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-catholic-man-show/id1128843873?mt=2 (iTunes). Want discounts to Catholic companies? Hats, rosaries, candles, cigars, beef jerky, and Catholic Comic book. Great gifts for all Catholic families. https://thecatholicmanshow.com/discounts/ (Check it out here) Are you a man who cares about our culture and wants to grow in virtue? https://thecatholicmanshow.com/council-man-membership/ (Click here) Support this podcast

This conversation was between myself and one of the most eminent scholars in the early church fathers- a man who also happens to be my father: Dr. Marcellino D’Ambrosio “The Greyer” as we call him. He was the valedictorian of Catholic University of America, he holds a PHD in Theology, is currently is professor at Catholic Distance University and is a renowned speaker. He runs Crossroads Initiative, which started out doing youth and young adult ministry as a rock band in the 80’s, and that is transmuted into an organization dedicated to helping the world rediscover the adventure of the Christian faith. We asked him to come onto the podcast because, one of the major conversations happening in the group and in the Church at large is centered around the question: How should we deal with secular, pagan culture? Implicit in this question is another- There is this tension between tradition and creativity- how do we value the treasures of the church that we know and love, while at the same time valuing and adapting to modern secular culture for the sake of innovation? This tension is especially present when we grapple with conversations about liturgy. For those of us that are grappling with questions of how how do we integrate cultural art with our Catholic heritage, I wanted to bring Dr. Italy onto the cast so that we could talk about how the early church approached these questions. The conversation was deeply enlightening. Crossroads Initiative Christians, The Soul of the World - Letter from Diagnetus News: As a community of creators of artists of freethinkers, we are seeing our movement grow in the church. Unity between artists and people within this grassroots coalition is happening: collaborations between members have sky rocketed in the last year. But for all of this to move to the next level, and for us to really see the New Renaissance realized, we need to connect with the Medicis of our age- the successful business owners, executives, and financiers who can invest in the ideas and projects. Finally, big news- as you know, we have pledged to pick a single project that we believe could make massive impact in culture and that could facilitate collaboration across all types of creatives within the group. So the news is that we have found that project and been working behind the scenes to get it ready for your involvement. SO. We have a huge collaboration stewing right now. We will have news for you on that in the coming weeks. But consider this the teaser. If you want an opportunity to work with amazing people, to grow in community and in your skill sets… its coming.

We're joined by Marianne Evans Mount, President of Catholic Distance University; reportedly the only fully-online Catholic university in the country.

Do you wish you knew more about your Catholic faith? Do you think you're too far past your "college days"? Are you just too busy to do it? Many faithful Catholics feel exactly the same way! That's why we've invited Dr. Marianne Mount, President of Catholic Distance University, to join us in the Luxurious Corner Booth. We discuss not only why it's important to learn more about your faith, but how you can do it online and fit it neatly into your own personal schedule!

Why dig up the past? If it's history...shouldn't we forget about it and just move on? Actually, remembering and studying our past...especially when it comes to the Church...is the best way NOT to repeat our failures! Join us in the Luxurious Corner Booth as we welcome our guest, Matthew Bunson, the Faculty Chair of Catholic Distance University. Matthew, a teacher, speaker, apologist, correspondent, author and evangelist, helps us to see the importance of keeping one eye on the past and one eye on the future when it comes to our faith.

Did you ever wonder why there are two Testaments in the Holy Bible? Why do we need both? Shouldn't the New Testament have totally replaced the Old Testament? How can the Old Testament still be relevant to us today? So many questions...but we have the answers! Join us in the Luxurious Corner Booth as we welcome our guest, Dr. Pete Brown, Academic Dean of Catholic Distance University. Dr. Brown, a Scripture Scholar and expert in Biblical Languages walks us through the importance of reading the entirety of the Bible.