POPULARITY
7:00 - Fr. Pat Driscoll discusses trusting in God's infinite mercy7:20 - Dr Larry Chapp takes a deep dive in to the Pope's latest encyclical7:40 - Fr Chris Boutin covers his trip to Omaha with Troy's Baseball Team
In this episode of The Future Is Human, I'm joined by theologian and blogger Larry Chapp for a wide-ranging conversation on Pope Leo XIV's first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas. Larry — who writes at GaudiumEtSpes22.com and is a regular contributor to Catholic World Report — brings his characteristic blend of patristics, Augustinian social thought, and sharp Vatican-watching to the document. We dig into the encyclical's Christological anthropology, the Pope's Augustinian reading of the Tower of Babel, the tech-bro backlash, why AI will never achieve consciousness, what the encyclical gets right and wrong on just war theory, and what we're still hoping Leo writes next. Larry Chapp's response to Magnifica Humanitas at CWR: https://www.catholicworldreport.com/2026/05/27/why-i-think-magnifica-humanitas-is-a-pointed-and-prophetic-gut-punch/ Larry's blog: GaudiumEtSpes22.com Magnifica Humanitas : https://www.vatican.va/content/leo-xiv/en/encyclicals/documents/20260515-magnifica-humanitas.html
7:00 - Tom Riello talks about the upcoming ordinations in the Archdiocese of Mobile7:20 - Dr Jim Schroeder continues his series on Turning Free Will into Willpower7:40 - Dr Larry Chapp on his article "What Rerum Novarum said to modern society"
7:00 - Tom Riello talks about the upcoming ordinations in the Archdiocese of Mobile7:20 - Dr Jim Schroeder continues his series on Turning Free Will into Willpower7:40 - Dr Larry Chapp on his article "What Rerum Novarum said to modern society" See less
May 15th marked the 135thth anniversary of the promulgation of the groundbreaking encyclical Rerum Novarum by Pope Leo XIII. This week on Register Radio, we talk to Register contributor and theologian Larry Chapp. Register contributor and Photographer Jeff Bruno joins us to describe the launch of the 2026 Eucharistic Pilgrimage in honor of America's 250th Anniversary.
Fr Pat Driscoll discusses the vows a Priest makes, Carrie Gress on how feminism created an insufferable class of infallible females, and Dr Larry Chapp on Life's indignities revealing our eternal dignity.
topics: Pope Leo and Trump. Just War. Catholicism and politics. Post liberalism. Paul Kingsnorth
An alternative autobiography of G.K. Chsterton
An English teacher and a theologian go out of their lanes of expertise to discuss the politics of the Iran war and the just war theory
Stuck in the Silence? The old maps—standard devotionals and "trying harder"—won't work here. You need new coordinates. I wrote a comprehensive guide on the metaphysics of the Dark Night and how to navigate it without losing your mind.Start Here: Read the Field Guide https://midnightcarmelite.com/darknight/In this episode, Dr. Larry Chapp and Andrew analyze the "Law of Proportionate Polarization" and the modern crisis of the "Bureaucratic Register". We discuss why the contemporary institution often fails to address the spiritual crisis because it ignores the "Sanctified Register of the Saint". By attempting to manage the Holy Spirit through programs and synods, the modern church risks losing its "Epistemic Humility" and the essential mystery of the faith. This conversation serves as a triage for the soul caught between a world of "sticks and stuff" and the call to a sacrificial, contemplative life.
Fr Peyton Plessela speaks about intercessory prayer, Dr Jim Schroeder on turning freewill into willpower, and Dr Larry Chapp covers Ratzinger vs Kasper.
Fr Peyton Plessela takes an in-depth look at scrupulosity, Joseph Pearce on his article "Real Men Read Poetry," and Fr James Dean covers Dr. Larry Chapp's latest article.
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CULTIVATING SAINTS, SAGES, AND STATESMEN THROUGH THE GREAT TRADITION OF CHRISTENDOMIt seems a lot has changed since Vatican II (1962-65)—so much so that many prospective and actual converts to the Catholic Faith are confused and concerned. Has the Church contradicted Herself? Has She rejected Her own tradition? Has She taught error? Has She trashed Her own liturgy? How are we to make sense of the changes that have taken place since the 1960's?This episode is the first of a series of conversations that seek to honestly address these pressing questions. Our two guests are Dr. Peter Kwasniewski and Dr. Larry Chapp—two Christian gentlemen who are highly educated, orthodox, and lived just prior to and after the fallout of Vatican II. They agree and disagree on a great deal, but they are both loyal sons of the Church, and grounded in the Great Tradition of Christendom. Look for Part 2 in early 2026.You can read more about Dr. Kwasniewski (who is a member of Eternal Christendom's Board) here: https://www.peterkwasniewski.com/about-meYou can read more about Dr. Chapp here: https://gaudiumetspes22.com/aboutVISIT OUR WEBSITEhttps://eternalchristendom.com/BECOME A PATRON OF THE GREAT TRADITIONAs a non-profit, you can support our mission with a tax-deductible gift. Help us continue to dig into the Great Tradition; produce beautiful, substantive content; and gift these treasures to cultural orphans around the world for free: https://eternalchristendom.com/become-a-patron/CONNECT ON SOCIAL MEDIAX: https://twitter.com/JoshuaTCharlesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/joshuatcharles/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshuatcharles/DIVE DEEPERCheck out our “Becoming Catholic” resources, where you'll find 1 million+ words of free content (bigger than the Bible!) in the form of Articles, Quote Archives, and Study Banks to help you become, remain, and deepen your life as a Catholic: https://eternalchristendom.com/becoming-catholic/SUBSTACKSubscribe to our Substack to get regular updates on our content, and other premium content: https://eternalchristendom.substack.com/EXCLUSIVE BOOKSTORE DISCOUNTShttps://eternalchristendom.com/bookstore/This podcast can also be heard on Apple, Spotify, and other podcast platforms.
A discussion of the acquired human knowledge of Jesus. Was Jesus in his human nature capable of learning things by being taught by others?
Get my free guide, "The 5-Minute Prayer Reset," and discover a simple framework to turn this inspiration into a consistent daily practice at https://midnightcarmelite.com/reset. Why does death seem so random? Why do innocent children suffer while tyrants live to old age? In this episode, Andrew Gniadek sits down with returning guest Dr. Larry Chapp to tackle the "scandal of evil." They move beyond standard textbook answers to explore the deep, emotional reality of lament and the "kenosis of the cross." Beyond the problem of evil, this conversation explores the practical side of sanctity in the modern world. Dr. Chapp shares candid insights on the dangers of "quid pro quo" prayer, the history of the Catechism as a response to post-Vatican II chaos, and how to find holiness in the everyday annoyances of marriage. Here is what you will learn in this episode: The Mystery of Suffering: Why logical arguments often fail to comfort us in the face of tragedy, and why we must instead look to the "unjust" death of Christ.Overcoming Ego in Prayer: How to interpret "unanswered" prayers not as rejection, but as protection from our own misguided desires.Sanctity in Annoyance: A practical strategy for turning marital frustrations—like quirks and habits—into moments of obedience and deep love.The Role of the Catechism: Understanding the historical pivot from the confusion of the 1970s to the theological standardization of John Paul II and Ratzinger.
Dr. Larry Chapp evaluates why the church doesn't allow Women to become priests, Fr Michael Rennier on what to do if you missed your vocation, and Alyssa Murphy on her latest article.
September 10th, 2025 - We welcome Dr. Larry Chapp to discuss how Catholics can regain a proper sense of tradition. Plus: why traditionalists love a new millennial saint. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT