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The Psychedelic Entrepreneur - Medicine for These Times with Beth Weinstein
Join Beth for her all new LIVE 3-Part Masterclass + Hot Seat Coaching, Clear Path to Aligned Abundance: https://go.bethaweinstein.com/clear-path-abundance/ (PAY WHAT YOU WISH) In this episode, she explores why so many coaches, therapists, healers and spiritual entrepreneurs are doing all the "right things", posting consistently, doing tons of inner work... but are still feeling stuck, unclear, stagnant and even struggling with money. Episode Highlights: ▶ Why AI and endless content are making many entrepreneurs more confused and stuck, not less ▶ The difference between conscious effort and the unconscious patterns quietly blocking your results ▶ Why clarity does not come through thinking, and what to do instead ▶ Money wounds, ancestral loyalties, and the hidden obligations holding you back from receiving ▶ Why posting more and working harder is often the wrong direction entirely ▶ What the Year of the Fire Horse has to do with slowing down and resetting ▶ The three-part series breakdown: clarity, unconscious blocks, and alignment ▶ Why abundance and ease are your birthright, and what gets in the way of experiencing that Join Beth for her all new LIVE 3-Part Masterclass + Hot Seat Coaching, Clear Path to Aligned Abundance: https://go.bethaweinstein.com/clear-path-abundance/ (PAY WHAT YOU WISH) Links Free Gifts: https://bethaweinstein.com/grow-your-spiritual-business/ Sunarai: The Journey Home to Your Quintessence, Clarity & Abundance: https://go.bethaweinstein.com/sunarai/ Upcoming plant dieta (with astrology + special guests): sign up for the waitlist here https://go.bethaweinstein.com/rose-dieta/ If this episode speaks to you… Send it to someone who's been circling a big decision or someone who's trying to stop outsourcing their truth to “the next thing.” And if you're not on Beth's email list yet, that's the place to stay connected when social platforms do what they do. Download Beth's free trainings here: Clarity to Clients: Start & Grow a Transformational Coaching, Healing, Spiritual, or Psychedelic Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/grow-your-spiritual-businessIntegrating Psychedelics & Sacred Medicines Into Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/psychedelics-in-business▶ Beth's Coaching & Guidance: https://bethaweinstein.com/coaching ▶ Beth's Offerings & Courses: https://bethaweinstein.com/services▶ Instagram: @bethaweinstein ▶ FB: / bethw.nyc + bethweinsteinbiz
In this week's episode, we talk about the importance of rituals and why they are the key to you performing at your best. Learn how to design your own five-minute transition and how to turn chaotic energy into a focused flow. Chapters 00:00 - The Musical Bridges of Childhood 03:32 - Waking the Creative Mind 05:03 - The Quirky Habits of Famous Artists 06:21 - The Reality of Productivity Routines 08:24 - The Science Behind Predictability 10:24 - Sacred Traditions and the Threshold Listen to the show on your favorite streaming platform! Apple Podcast: http://bit.ly/4fcopgQSpotify: http://bit.ly/4fdkiBsYouTube: Support the Show Website: http://www.martineseverin.comFollow on Instagram: @martine.severin | @thisishowwecreate_ Subscribe to the Newsletter: http://www.martineseverin.substack.com This is How We Create is produced by Martine Severin. This episode was edited by Daniel Espinosa. Podcast show art is designed by Violetta Encarnación. Music by Timothy Infinite. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts Leave a review Follow us on social media Share with fellow creatives
The Psychedelic Entrepreneur - Medicine for These Times with Beth Weinstein
She speaks with deep reverence about iboga as a master plant teacher, describing how years of preparation through transformational NLP, family constellation work, somatic therapy, and energy work shaped the depth of her experience. Beth reflects on the themes of masculine healing, ancestral purging, inner child integration, and epigenetic clearing that moved through her ceremonies, and shares why she believes preparation and integration are everything with this medicine. Beth also touches on the physical destabilization that followed, the profound purge she experienced, and why she is now considering offering pay-what-you-wish preparation sessions for others called to work with iboga. Episode Highlights: ▶ Why Beth waited 12 years before saying yes to iboga ▶ How deep preparation shaped the depth of her experience ▶ What sets iboga apart from other plant medicines she has worked with ▶ Prayer, intention, and what the medicine chose to work with ▶ Healing the masculine and surfacing deep unconscious patterns ▶ Inner child integration brought to a whole new level ▶ The purge: ancestral, epigenetic, and beyond words ▶ Dreams repeating for two years that came to fruition in ceremony ▶ Physical effects and bringing presence to parts of the body that were offline ▶ Why discernment and proper medical intake matter with this medicine ▶ Her plan to offer preparation sessions for those called to iboga Themes Prayer and right relationship with Iboga and other sacred plant medicines Timing, readiness, and discernment Integration as an actual lifestyle (not just an integration circle) When fear is a doorway in The way spirit weaves in your life LONG before the ceremony Truth vs. bypassing Mentions + Modalities referenced ▶ Iboga experience and insights ▶ Preparation and integration in plant medicine ▶ The sacred relationship with master plant teachers A note on Iboga safety + discernment Iboga is not to be taken lightly. Making this decision was not a casual path. Beth speaks to the importance of being held by skilled facilitators, proper screening, and not rushing toward a “quick fix.” If you're feeling called, let your prayer deepen, let guidance ripen, and choose safety and integrity over urgency. New 1-1 Container Now Open! Sunarai: The Journey Home to Your Quintessence, Clarity & Abundance is a 12-Week 1:1 Private Alchemical Journey with Subconscious Reprogramming Transformational NLP Sessions; Plant Medicine Guidance + Support; Gene Keys + Energetic Activation; Embodied Soul Alignment, and deep purification work Links Free Gifts: https://bethaweinstein.com/grow-your-spiritual-business/ Sunarai: The Journey Home to Your Quintessence, Clarity & Abundance: https://go.bethaweinstein.com/sunarai/ Upcoming plant dieta (with astrology + special guests): sign up for the waitlist here https://go.bethaweinstein.com/rose-dieta/ If this episode speaks to you… Send it to someone who's been circling a big decision or someone who's trying to stop outsourcing their truth to “the next thing.” And if you're not on Beth's email list yet, that's the place to stay connected when social platforms do what they do. Download Beth's free trainings here: Clarity to Clients: Start & Grow a Transformational Coaching, Healing, Spiritual, or Psychedelic Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/grow-your-spiritual-businessIntegrating Psychedelics & Sacred Medicines Into Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/psychedelics-in-business▶ Beth's Coaching & Guidance: https://bethaweinstein.com/coaching ▶ Beth's Offerings & Courses: https://bethaweinstein.com/services▶ Instagram: @bethaweinstein ▶ FB: / bethw.nyc + bethweinsteinbiz
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NEW! 2026 MAY SPEAKER SERIES!WOMEN OF WISDOM: A JOURNEY INTO THE SACRED! SIGN UP BEFORE APRIL 30TH TO CHOOSE YOUR TUITION RATE!Learn More & Sign up now at synchronicityuniversity.comScheduleClass 1: Jesamyn Angelica - Lunar Alchemy: Practical Moon Magick for the Modern MysticClass 2: Jenn Zahrt - Deep Resourcing through your Natal ChartClass 3: Michelle Bizjak - The Lost Wisdom of the Druids: Nature, Magic, and Sacred Tradition for the Modern WorldClass 4: Angela Tiki - The Cosmic Clock: How Astrology Reveals the Timing of LifeClass 5: Susan Farmer - Life Cycles of Change: Working With the FlowIn this time of rapid-fire uncertainty, we can turn to the stars for guidance on how to chart our way through. When you're running low on energy and need something to give, engage in the spiritual homework assigned by the asteroid Vesta. In this class, Dr Jenn Zahrt will guide you through Vesta's assignments for each of us. You'll get a clear sense of direction, best next steps, and a powerful set of practices that will rekindle your soul-fire and give you access to wells of capacity that may seem impossible when the outer world is so stressful.Jenn Zahrt PhD is an author, publisher, and teacher of cultural astronomy and astrology. She is the founder of Revelore Press, creative director of the Sophia Centre Press, and the founding director of the Celestial Arts Education Library in Olympia, WA, where she currently lives. She serves as the president of ISAR, and she also writes The Bound Report (www.boundreport.com). Discover more of her work:www.jennzahrt.comInstagram: @zahrtilleryFRENCH VANITY FAIR Top 12 astrologers on the planethttps://shorturl.at/zDqqoREFINERY29 Top 10 astrologers on YouTube https://shorturl.at/ci5NEThank You FOR MAKING my most recent books #1 NEW RELEASE ON AMAZON ASTROLOGY BOOKS! GET MY BOOKS NOW: OF RAVENS & DRAGONFLIES: http://bit.ly/47lI24qThe Universe is Wise &Loving: https://shorturl.at/p2u2QPrayers to The Sky: https://amzn.to/38bZh6SBe Social: To interact and be in the loop on astrological happenings and inspirations... 'Like' me here: http://www.facebook.com/nadiyashahdotcomhttps://www.facebook.com/synchronicityuniversity'Follow' me here: http://twitter.com/nadiyashah'Follow' me here: http://nadiyashah.bsky.social'Follow" me here: http://instagram.com/nadiyashah http://instagram.com/nadiya_shahhttps://www.instagram.com/synchronicityuniversity/'Follow" me here: https://www.threads.net/@nadiya_shah'Follow' me here: https://www.tiktok.com/@nadiya.shahThank You for watching!*N.
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In this week's episode of Catholic ReCon, testimonies from reverts and converts, guest Samantha Stephenson of the Brave New Us podcast shares her story of faith, research, and reasonable conclusions. #Testimony #Conversion #Bioethics #Catholic #Protestant #Faith #Video #Bible #Scripture #Truth #Fullness #Joy #screwtapeletters ▶Samantha's website: www.snstephenson.com▶Her husband's AI venture: https://chatechism.ai/▶To support this channel, visit donorbox.org/catholic_recon▶This is the home of powerful, real-life faith transformations
Let’s examine thought provoking analyses regarding the traditions associated with Jesus of Nazareth. E182. Catholic Answers Live podcast available at https://amzn.to/47IB5Yk ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet SUPPORT this channel by purchasing any product on Amazon using this FREE entry LINK https://amzn.to/3POlrUD (Amazon gives us credit at NO extra charge to you). Mark Vinet's TIMELINE video channel: https://youtube.com/c/TIMELINE_MarkVinet Mark's History of North America podcast: www.parthenonpodcast.com/history-of-north-america Website: https://markvinet.com/podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mark.vinet.9 Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoricalJesu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denarynovels Mark's books: https://amzn.to/3k8qrGM Audio credits: Catholic Answers Encyclopedia - Why Jesus Never Wrote a Book by Deacon Harrison Garlick (2/1/2022); Why Didn’t Jesus Write Anything Down? by Jon Sorensen (10/6/2014). Audio excerpts reproduced under the Fair Use (Fair Dealings) Legal Doctrine for purposes such as criticism, comment, teaching, education, scholarship, research and news reporting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
America isn't just politically divided—it's spiritually and physically depleted. From collapsing testosterone and dopamine addiction to the loss of ritual, discipline, and meaning, something deeper is unraveling. In this powerful Catholic vs. Protestant conversation, Michael Knowles and I unpack the real war facing our nation—and how to rebuild strength in body, mind, and soul. Watch The Dr. Josh Axe Show every Monday & Thursday on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drjoshaxe?sub_confirmation=1
Has the Catholic Church changed since Vatican II? And if the Church is indefectible, how do we explain today's crisis in Catholicism?In this compelling episode, we welcome Griff Ruby, author of The Resurrection of the Roman Catholic Church: A Guide to the Traditional Catholic Community. Griff offers a deep and structured examination of the post–Vatican II era, the rise of the Traditional Catholic movement, and the theological questions surrounding sedevacantism.For nearly 2,000 years, the Roman Catholic Church maintained doctrinal continuity rooted in Sacred Tradition and the Magisterium. Yet many faithful Catholics believe that the Second Vatican Council marked a turning point — one that led to confusion, fragmentation, and a loss of identity within modern Catholicism.In this episode, we explore: The historical and theological impact of Vatican II What “Traditional Catholicism” really means The divisions within the traditional movement The sedevacantist position explained Whether the One Holy Catholic and Apostolic Church can still be visibly identified today Griff Ruby brings decades of research in Church history, ecclesiology, and Catholic doctrine to this important conversation. A convert who discovered the Faith without a religious upbringing, he approaches the crisis in the Church not with bitterness, but with careful logic and a search for unity grounded in tradition.If you're interested in Catholic theology, Church history, Vatican II, traditional Latin Mass communities, or the future of Catholicism, this episode offers thoughtful analysis and a hopeful perspective.https://www.amazon.com/Resurrection-Roman-Catholic-Church-Traditional/dp/0595250181https://mrubipetrus.com/https://thinksparkllc.com/http://www.bluefunkbroadcasting.com/root/twia/22626tspark.mp3
Today’s Topics: 1, 2, 3, 4) William discusses the error of Sola Scriptura (Bible Alone), its late invention and the truth of Sacred Tradition
Send a textAsh Wednesday begins the Catholic season of Lent — a time when the Church calls us to remember death, judgment, and eternity. In this true Catholic account from Naples in 1707, St. Francis of Jerome warns a woman who mocked the reality of hell. Eight days later, the warning was fulfilled.This sobering episode reminds us of the Four Last Things: death, judgment, heaven, and hell — eternal realities taught by the Catholic Church and proclaimed in Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition. Lent is a season of repentance, conversion, and returning to the grace of God through prayer, fasting, and almsgiving.St. Alphonsus Liguori wrote that those who frequently meditate on the Four Last Things are far less likely to fall into mortal sin. The Church, in her wisdom, places this meditation before us at the beginning of Lent so that we may examine our conscience, seek the Sacrament of Confession, and prepare our souls for the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass and the glory of Easter.Has the modern world forgotten the reality of judgment? Have we grown comfortable with sin and resistant to grace? This true Catholic story is not meant to frighten for its own sake — but to awaken the soul to the urgency of salvation.This is Episode 1 of Lent Daily — our Catholic Lenten reflection series sharing true accounts from Catholic tradition that call us back to holiness and eternal perspective.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com
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Fr. Mike explores the formation of the canon of Scripture. He emphasizes the importance of contemplating and venerating all 73 books of both the New and Old Testaments given to us through Sacred Tradition. Together, with Fr. Mike, we further examine the definition of the canon of Scripture throughout history, spanning from the late 4th to the mid-15th century. Today's readings are Catechism paragraphs 120-127. This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
In today's “In Brief'' section, Fr. Mike reviews the relationship between Sacred Tradition and Sacred Scripture, emphasizing that both make up the single deposit of Faith. He also explains how the Magisterium is able to interpret authentically and authoritatively the Word of God. Lastly, he reminds us that the way the Church prays and lives, reveals who the Church is. Today's readings are Catechism paragraphs are 96-100. This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
Fr. Mike breaks down the Catechism's teaching that divine revelation consists of both Sacred Scripture and Sacred Tradition and emphasizes why both sources are of equal importance in the Faith. He also clarifies the difference between Apostolic Tradition and ecclesial traditions. Lastly, Fr. Mike encourages us to receive with docility the teachings and directives of the Magisterium of the Church, trusting in the authority of the Pope and the bishops. Today's readings are Catechism paragraphs 80-87. This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
The three pillars of Catholicism (also called “The Three Legs”) are Sacred Scripture, Sacred Tradition, and the Magisterium. All three are equally revered by Catholics, and given equal authority, so if something cannot be proven by “Sacred Scripture,” but is part of “Sacred Tradition” and approved by “the Magisterium,” it is established as official dogma. Is there relevance to this point of view, or can it result in a departure from “the faith which was once delivered to the saints” (Jude 1:3)?Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org The Catholic Project website: http://www.toCatholicswithlove.org (English & Spanish)Video channel: www.YouTube.com/mikeshreveministries All audio-podcasts are shared in a video format on our YouTube channel. Mike Shreve's other podcastDiscover Your Spiritual Identity—a study on the biblical names given to God's people: https://www.charismapodcastnetwork.com/show/discoveryourspiritualidentity Mail: P.O. Box 4260, Cleveland, TN 37320 / Phone: 423-478-2843Purchase Mike Shreve's popular book comparing over 20 religions: In Search of the True LightPurchase Mike Shreve's new book comparing Catholicism to biblical Christianity:The Beliefs of the Catholic Church
GUATEMALA:Temple Energy ActivationAncient Sites, Sacred Traditions, and Hidden WisdomA private tour with the host of Earth Ancients, Cliff Dunning.Organized by Geophilia, Dr. Lydia & Arturo de León.December 1 – 12, 2025Embark on a Transformative Journey into the Heart of Ancient MesoamericaJoin Earth Ancients' host Cliff Dunning and Geophilia's founders Dr. Lydia and Arturo de León for a once-in-a-lifetime 12-day adventure through Guatemala's sacred landscapes, ancient cities, and living Maya traditions.This exclusive retreat blends archaeological discovery with spiritual immersion, offering you a rare chance to experience the profound wisdom and mysteries of the Maya.Why Guatemala?Guatemala is a cradle of ancient civilization and a haven for spiritual seekers. From the mirror-like waters of Lake Atitlán, ringed by volcanoes, to the jungle-clad temples of Tikal, this magical country offers an unparalleled opportunity to connect deeply with both Earth and Spirit. The legacy of the Mayans, with their cosmic wisdom and sacred rituals, continues to resonate in the land, providing a profound backdrop for transformation and renewal.Guatemala + AtlantisGuatemala holds a profound connection to the mystical legacy of Atlantis through the enduring wisdom of the ancient Mayans. Many believe that the Mayans inherited their advanced knowledge of astronomy, sacred geometry, and spiritual practices from Atlantean teachings passed down through the ages. Lake Atitlán, revered as the “Navel of the World,” is often seen as a spiritual portal linked to Atlantis, its volcanic waters echoing the energy of this lost civilization. As you journey through Guatemala's sacred sites, you'll feel the threads of this ancient lineage awakening within you, inviting a deeper connection to the cosmic mysteries that unite past, present, and future. www.earthancients.comBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/earth-ancients--2790919/support.
Can you really trust a 66-book Protestant Bible without the Pope, councils, or “Sacred Tradition” telling you what belongs in it? In this episode, Joel Settecase reacts to a viral Catholic argument against Sola Scriptura and shows why it collapses. You'll hear how a fallible church can still recognize an infallible canon, why competing Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, and Ethiopian canons undermine the magisterium claim, and how Jesus and the apostles themselves ground ultimate authority in Scripture—not tradition. This is for Christian men who want to answer Catholic friends clearly, stand confidently on the sufficiency of Scripture, and lead their families with a Bible-first, presuppositional worldview.Partner with The Think Institute: Help equip more Christian men to build a strong biblical worldview in their homes, churches, and communities—become a financial partner at thethink.institute/partnerJoin the Hammer & Anvil Society: Step into a brotherhood of serious Christian men with weekly live cohort calls, worldview and apologetics training, and real accountability—learn more at thethink.institute/societySubscribe, rate, and share: Follow the show on Spotify, leave a 5-star rating and a quick review, and share this episode with a Christian man wrestling with Catholic claims about the Bible.Keywords: Sola Scriptura, biblical canon, Catholic vs Protestant, magisterium, Scripture and tradition, Eastern Orthodox canon, Ethiopian Bible, authority of Scripture, presuppositional apologetics, Joel Settecase, The Think Institute, Christian men, men's discipleship, Hammer & Anvil Society.
We're back with another AMA for this liminal, reflective space between Christmas and the New Year—a time when big questions tend to surface. In this episode, Alyson and I respond to a wide range of listener-submitted questions that span the deeply practical, the philosophical, and the cosmic.We start with a sweeping question about what the next 50 years may hold for humanity, exploring themes like consciousness evolution, polarity, technology, AI, sovereignty, and whether progress is actually accelerating—or fragmenting us further. That conversation opens into reflections on free will, self-governance, spiritual maturity, and how discernment becomes essential in an increasingly noisy world.From there, we shift gears into more specific listener curiosities, including how I've experimented with tools like NuCalm, meditation stacking, and sound frequencies—and what to be mindful of when working with altered states or nervous system regulation. We also unpack questions around longevity, quality of life versus lifespan, and why equanimity may be one of the most underrated spiritual skills of our time.As always, the AMA format invites real-time exploration, tangents, humor, and unexpected insights—from road rage and nervous system dysregulation to regenerative agriculture, ethical food choices, and how small daily decisions reflect much larger spiritual principles.Thank you to everyone who submitted questions. These episodes are shaped by your curiosity, your honesty, and your willingness to ask what's real. Keep them coming—we're listening.Get Alyson's Animal Power book and deck, plus free guided drumming shamanic journey to meet your power animal, at alysoncharles.com/animalpower.DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for educational purposes only and not intended for diagnosing or treating illnesses. The hosts disclaim responsibility for any adverse effects from using the information presented. Consult your healthcare provider before using referenced products. This podcast may include paid endorsements.THIS SHOW IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY:APOLLO NEURO | Improve sleep, focus, and calm with the Apollo wearable. Get $90 off with code LUKE at apolloneuro.com/lukeBON CHARGE | Save 25% on BON CHARGE's entire product line through December 31, 2025 at boncharge.comQUANTUM UPGRADE | Get a 15-day free trial with code LUKE15 at lukestorey.com/quantumupgradeBIOPTIMIZERS | You can use the code LUKE15 for 15% off at bioptimizers.com/lukeMORE ABOUT THIS EPISODE:(00:00:00) Holiday Energy, Sacred Traditions, & the Consciousness of Trees(00:17:53) Predictions for the Next 50 Years: AI, Sovereignty, & the Polarity Test(00:49:11) NuCalm Stacking, Meditation Experiments, & Audio “Hacks”(00:56:04) Latest Discoveries: Ethical Wild Meat, Ceremonial Cacao, & CBD That Actually Works(01:19:14) The Fork in the Road: When to Lean In, When to Step Away(01:53:08) Humility, Recovery, and the Long Arc of HealingResources:• Website:
In this Catholic Answers Live episode, we address the Catholic appeal to oral tradition beyond Scripture. The discussion examines historical evidence that apostolic oral traditions persisted in the early Church, explains St. Paul's teaching in 2 Thessalonians 3:6 on holding fast to received tradition, and responds to objections from Mark 7 regarding “traditions of men.” The episode concludes by addressing the problem of a fallible authority being required to identify the infallible canon of Scripture, offering a coherent Catholic defense of Sacred Tradition and biblical authority. Questions Covered: 00:30 – The Catholic's Appeal to Oral Traditions Beyond Scripture 18:23 – Do we have any evidence that some oral traditions persisted? 29:35 – The Catholic's Use of 2 Thess. 3:6—“stay away from brother who does not walk in accord with the tradition received” 44:25 – The Catholic's Counter to Mark 7 and the “traditions of men” Argument 47:45 – The Catholic's Counter to a Fallible List of Infallible Books
In this Catholic Answers Live episode, we examine the Catholic understanding of justification in light of Scripture. The discussion begins with James 2:24 and the question of being “justified by works,” followed by the Church's rejection of works preceding initial justification. We then explain how Catholics reconcile good works with grace through cooperation, respond to Romans 3:28 and “works of the law,” and conclude with a defense of Sacred Tradition alongside Scripture. A clear, step-by-step breakdown of how faith, grace, works, and tradition fit together in Catholic teaching. Topics Covered: 05:45 – We're Justified by Works—James 2:24 18:01 – The Catholic Rejection of Works Preceding Initial Justification 30:28 – The Catholic Attempt to Reconcile Our Good Works with Grace—“We Must Cooperate with grace” 36:38 – The Catholic Counter to Romans 3:28—“We are Justified by Faith and Not Works of the Law” 49:35 – The Catholic's Appeal to Oral Traditions Beyond Scripture
We are taught that we're meant for Heaven, but what does that mean? What will Heaven actually be like? Join Fr. Chris Alar. MIC, as he shares teachings from Scripture, Sacred Tradition, and the Magisterium to help us better understand Heaven. Become a Marian Helper!Discover more about the Catholic faith on Divine Mercy Plus!
The historiographical studies developed by Ruth Rodríguez Sotomayor, agraduate librarian of the University of Guayaquil, researcher at the HistoricalArchive of Guayas, and lecturer, are extraordinary. Her studies go beyond the limits of traditional historiography, or rather, they transcend the boundaries of the orthodox history, as Ruth Rodríguez Sotomayor rescues and exposes, through the study of symbols, the arts, sciences, and philology, of an almost unknown past of the Americas.And to speak of the Americas is to speak of the continent of civilizing godswhose traces are today silent vestiges of the original Golden Age.Certainly, Rodríguez Sotomayor's work opposes the aforementionedorthodox or “official” version, and thus, consequently, becomes a revolutionaryproposal.One of the most important fields of her studies is the prefiguration of theorigin of mankind in South America and the spread of its civilization to othercontinents. They are therefore connected to the essential works of distinguishedresearchers such as the multidisciplinary Francisco P. Moreno, the philologist andethnologist Emeterio Villamil de Rada, and the archaeologist Roberto Rengifo,since Rodríguez Sotomayor recognizes in America –or Pre-America as she aptlysheds light on it, that is, the America before the known America– as the nucleusfrom which the civilizing group emerged, migrating, projecting, and settling indifferent centers of the globe, expanding its civilization.Rafael Videla Eissmann (Chile, 1979) is a historian graduated from UniversidadCatólica de Chile. He has developed numerous anthropological and ethno-historical investigations on pre-Hispanic America, focusing his studies onmythology and symbols.Rafael is a member of the Berchtesgaden-based Privatinstitut fürWelteislehre (“Private Institute of Glacial Cosmogony”), of РОИПА (“RussianSociety for the Study of Atlantis”) and of the Italian cultural association AkakorGeographical Exploring.Among his main books are Crónica de la Montaña de Melimoyu (“Chronicle ofthe Mountain of Melimoyu”, 2003), Roberto Rengifo y el Secreto de la AméricaAborigen (“Roberto Rengifo and the Secret of Aboriginal America”, 2007), LaCosmogonía Glacial de Hörbiger y la Doctrina del Hielo Universal (“Hörbiger'sGlacial Cosmogony and the Universal Ice Doctrine”, 2007), El Diluvio y losgigantes. Mitos de Chile a la luz de la Cosmogonía Glacial (“The Deluge andthe Giants. Myths of Chile in the Light of Glacial Cosmogony”, 2010), Símbolosrúnicos en América. Con un prólogo de Vicente Pistilli (“Runic Symbols inAmerica”. With a Foreword by Vicente Pistilli. 2011), El Gran Diluvio. Mitosamericanos sobre la última catástrofe planetaria. Con un prólogo de MarcoNünemann (“The Great Flood. American Myths About the Last PlanetaryCatastrophe”. With a Foreword by Marco Nünemann. 2011), Mitos del PoloAntártico. Cosmogonía y antropogonía de la civilización prediluvial (“Myths ofthe Antarctic Pole. Cosmogony and Anthropogony of the PrediluvialCivilization”, 2012), La Ciudad de los Césares y el misterio de los indiosblancos (“The City of the Caesars and the Mystery of the White Indians”, 2012),Los Dioses Extraterrestres y el regreso de B'olon Yokte' K'uh. Con un prólogode Erich von Däniken (“The Extraterrestrial Gods and the Return of B'olonYokte' K'uh”. With a Foreword by Erich von Däniken. 2013), Los lituches. Latradición de los hombres-dioses del sur del mundo. Con un prólogo de Erichvon Däniken (“The Lituches. The Tradition of the God-Men of the South of theWorld”. With a Foreword by Erich von Däniken. 2014), El Símbolo Sagrado delSol (“The Sacred Symbol of the Sun”, 2014), Antártida, Arquinesia y laAtlántida. Aproximaciones al poblamiento americano (“Antarctica, Arquinesiaand Atlantis. Approaches to American Peopling”, 2017), Irminsul. Simbolismoen torno al origen de la raza polar (“Irminsul. Symbolism Around the Origin ofthe Polar Race”, 2017) and La tradición sagrada de los ugha mongulala.Tatunca Nara y el misterio amazónico (“The Sacred Tradition of the UghaMongulala. Tatunca Nara and the Amazon Mystery”, 2018) –among others–.Rafael is also a contributor to the magazines Sagenhafte Zeiten from Germany,PaleoSETI from Canada and Ancient America from the United States.Contact: ravidela@uc.clhttp://obrasrafaelvidelaeissmann.blogspot.com/Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/earth-ancients--2790919/support.
11/25/25 - Bishop Joseph Strickland unpacks his pastoral letter, "The Truth About Vatican II", revealing that while the Council was born from holy intentions, it was also shaped by human frailty and deliberate infiltration that has contributed to widespread confusion in the Church. He explains how many of Vatican II's ambiguous teachings have been twisted into a "spirit of rupture" that undermines the Church's timeless doctrine and calls for a hermeneutic of continuity, reading the Council through the lens of Sacred Tradition and the Magisterium rather than as a break in the Deposit of Faith. Bishop Strickland also reflects on his recent interactions at the annual USCCB meeting in Baltimore, where he boldly spoke out on pressing issues facing the Church and called for episcopal clarity on matters of faith, liturgy, and moral truth. Throughout the discussion, he emphasizes the need for reverent worship, fidelity to doctrine, and courageous leadership in an age of confusion.
Karlo Broussard defends Sacred Tradition and shows why Jesus' prophecy wasn't a failed end-times prediction but pointed to 70 A.D.
Episode 156: Year C In today's episode, we look at the second reading and the Gospel reading, both of which provide us with material that's relevant for apologetical discussions. The second reading as a whole relates to the topic of Sacred Tradition and tips for discussing Sola Scriptura. The Gospel relates to Jesus' divinity and […]
Send us a textMany Catholics are watching Pope Leo closely — some with hope, others with concern. What kind of shepherd will he be for the Church? In this candid conversation, Fr. Cristino Bouvette joins Ken Yasinski to reflect on Pope Leo's first six months as successor of St. Peter — his tone, gestures, and early decisions — and what they reveal about the direction of the Church today. Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com
Send us a textWhy does the Catholic Church still use Latin in the Mass? Discover the sacred reason this ancient language continues to unite, elevate, and sanctify our worship.In this episode, Fr. Dan Yasinski and Ken Yasinski uncover the sacred reason Latin still belongs in the Catholic Mass—and how this ancient language continues to draw souls deeper into the mystery of God. Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com
Send us a textFor centuries, worship shaped the world we live in — from art and architecture to culture itself. But what happens when we stop worshipping God and start worshipping ourselves?Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com
Send us a textThe Catholic Mass: Restoring the Sacred Through TraditionHave we forgotten what makes the Mass sacred?Every generation receives the liturgy as a gift — but not every generation guards it the same way. In this episode, Fr. Dan Yasinski and I explore how Sacred Tradition is the heart of the liturgy — and why recovering that understanding can renew the Church today.We'll look at:➡️ Why Tradition is at the heart of the Catholic liturgy➡️ Why we shouldn't chase either antiquity or novelty➡️ How Tradition develops under the guidance of the Holy Spirit➡️ What “Restoring the Sacred” really means for today's worshipThis is part two of our series on The Catholic Liturgy: The Reform of the Reform — a deeper look at how the Church's worship can once again draw hearts to God in reverence and truth.Support the showSupport this show and get all future episodes by email atwww.kenandjanelle.com
On today's Taco Tuesday edition of the Patrick Madrid show, Patrick continues answering a question from Rod who called in asking about why Jesus called some Apostles who were married. Did the Apostles take their wives with them after Jesus called them? Also, Ben wants to know more about Scripture, Tradition, and the Magisterium, a rule for Extraordinary Ministers of Communion, and Dan asks about Clement of Rome and what his plan of salvation was. Why did Jesus call some Apostles who were married? Joe - Twice a month I go to the hospital to administer Holy Communion. How can I ensure that the hosts are handled properly? Ben - The Magisterium, Sacred Tradition, & Sacred Scripture. Break 1 Patrick continues the conversation with Ben Break 2 A rule For Extraordinary Ministers Of Holy Communion Dan - Clement of Rome and his plan for salvation.
“Why do Catholics believe in Sacred Tradition?” In this episode, we explore the significance of Sacred Tradition, along with questions about the meaning behind the peace greeting during Mass, the role of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, and the origins of holy days of obligation. Tune in for a thoughtful examination of these essential aspects of Catholic faith. Join The CA Live Club Newsletter: Click Here Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:42 – Why do Catholics believe in Sacred Tradition? 05:51 – But those traditions aren't some unwritten teachings that Christians are bound to believe. They're simply the same stuff that Paul wrote down. 13:57 – Why do Catholics say the peace be with you during the mass? 19:39 – What is the Catechism of the Catholic Church and why do we follow it? 29:48 – why do we have holy days of obligation and when did they start? 37:20 – Why would God institute animal sacrifice in the old testament if it ultimately wouldn’t suffice? 46:59 – Is there an exhaustive list of infallible teaching? Why isn't it written into a creed?
Episode 150: 27th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year C In today's episode, our main focus will be on the second reading for this upcoming 27th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year C, taken from 2 Timothy 1:6-8, 13-14. There are couple of details that we will focus one. One relates to the topic of Apostolic Succession. The other relates to Sacred Tradition. The Gospel reading, taken from Luke 17:5-10, does provide us a detail worthy reflecting on, but it is not apologetical in nature even though it can help us in our apologetics ministry. Hey everyone, Welcome to The Sunday Catholic Word, a podcast where we reflect on the upcoming Sunday Mass readings and pick out the details that are relevant for explaining and defending our Catholic faith. I'm Dr. Karlo Broussard, staff apologist and speaker for Catholic Answers, and the host for this podcast. In today's episode, our main focus will be on the second reading for this upcoming 27th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year C, taken from 2 Timothy 1:6-8, 13-14. There are couple of details that we will focus one. One relates to the topic of Apostolic Succession. The other relates to Sacred Tradition. The Gospel reading, taken from Luke 17:5-10, does provide us a detail worthy reflecting on, but it is not apologetical in nature even though it can help us in our apologetics ministry. Here’s the second reading, 2 Timothy 1:6-8, 13-14. Paul writes, Beloved: I remind you, to stir into flame the gift of God that you have through the imposition of my hands. For God did not give us a spirit of cowardice but rather of power and love and self-control. So do not be ashamed of your testimony to our Lord, nor of me, a prisoner for his sake; but bear your share of hardship for the gospel with the strength that comes from God. Take as your norm the sound words that you heard from me, in the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus. Guard this rich trust with the help of the Holy Spirit that dwells within us. The first detail that I want to highlight is Paul's statement, “the gift of God that you have through the imposition of my hands.” There's a considerable amount of debate surrounding this passage as it relates to Apostolic Succession. And that's what I'd like to focus on. For some Catholics, this passage is clear-cut evidence for Apostolic Succession—the idea that the apostles ordained others to succeed them in the apostolic ministry. Paul speaks of a “gift” given to Timothy, which would seem to be a reference to the indelible mark that's given in priestly ordination. Paul also says that this gift was given through “the imposition of hands,” which would also fit with the Catholic understanding of priestly ordination. So what should we make of this interpretation? Well, let's first take the appeal to the “gift.” I don't think this refers specifically to the character or mark that's given in priestly ordination. The reason is that such a character, in the words of R. J. Foster in A Catholic Commentary on Holy Scripture, “would have no need of being revived and is incapable of diminution or decline” (pg. 1148). Rather, it seems to be a reference to what theologians call “the grace of a calling,” actual graces that a minister has access to for the sake of fulfilling the duties that the office requires. Foster argues this is evidenced by Paul adding, “For God did not give us a spirit of cowardice but rather of power and love and self-control.” Now, this doesn't mean this is not a reference to priestly ordination, since “the grace of a calling” comes with the priestly ordination. And that it is a reference to Timothy's priestly ordination is strongly supported by this “gift” being given through the “imposition of hands.” We have to be careful, however, with our appeal to the imposition of hands. The “laying on of hands” has multiple meanings in the Bible. Curtis Mitch and Scott Hahn give a nice list in their Ignatius Catholic Study Bible: It's a gesture used to perform healings (Mark 16:18), confer bles