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“How much can a priest change in the Mass?” This question opens a discussion on the boundaries of liturgical modifications, alongside inquiries about the sacrilege of receiving communion in the hand, the optional nature of certain prayers during the Communion rite, and the significance of the priest’s gestures before the Gospel reading. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:40 – How much is the priest allowed to change things in the mass? 10:40 – How do we answer sedevacantist who say that prior popes made it a sacrilege to receive communion in the hand? 13:00 – In the Communion rite, in the preparation, sometimes there is a prayer the priest says and sometimes there is not — is it optional? 21:35 – i finally have made the decision to come to the Catholic church. Getting to talk to Tom last week about hyperdulia really helped. I was hoping for a book suggestion for Catholic basics. 23:20 – At what point during the Mass does the bread and wine become Jesus? 31:05 – what is the difference between infallibility & indefectability? The English translation for indefectability seems to indicate the Church is without error, but how if Clergy are sinners? 33:00 – When the priest is about to read the gospel, he makes the sign of the cross on his forehead, lips, and heart. What is the significance of that? Are there words that accompany that? 34:38 – I'm in the Reformed tradition. I was taught that Catholic Mass was like sacrificing Jesus over and over again, but I've never actually asked a Catholic their view of that. What is the Catholic view of that? 46:54 – If you go to a SSPX Mass after the upcoming illicit consecrations is it a mortal sin? 50:55 – What should an extraordinary minister of holy communion do when people come up with hands crossed for a blessing?
“Why are we guilty of the sin of Adam and Eve?” This question opens a discussion on original sin and its implications for humanity. The episode also addresses the introduction of the “Once Saved Always Saved” concept, clarifies the authority of papal documents regarding salvation, and explores the challenges faced by a divorced Catholic seeking to return to the faith. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:25 – Why Are We Guilty of the Sin of Adam and Eve? 12:13 – How did the idea of Once Saved Always Saved get introduced into the world? 19:02 – Regarding Papal documents that say shedding blood for Christ won't get you into heaven unless one submits to the pontiff. I’ve heard it argued that protestants are, loosely, under his authority but that feels more like a technicality rather than a development of doctrine. Can you help clarify? 29:05 – How is a fallen away Catholic who is divorced but wants to begin practicing the faith again supposed to live? 34:45 – Revelation 19:9 talks about the true things of God. Does that imply there are also bad things of God? 41:30 – I'm a Baptist. How is dogma viewed in Catholicism? Why are they required for salvation and why not treat them like some Marian apparitions where the Church allows the belief but doesn't require it?
Sunday 21 June 2026 - Morning MeetingHebrews 9:1-28 - Merv Kissoonhttps://youtube.com/live/BlRd6dqoeuc?feature=share
Sunday 21 June 2026 - Evening MeetingRevelation 4-5 - Tom Nashhttps://youtube.com/live/DNnsmDs2UJE?feature=share
Peter Gagnon has the Inside Word on upcoming programming on EWTN. Fact Check Friday checks de-transitioning. Dr. Quentin Van Meter highlights the dangerous problems surrounding medical transitions. Plus, Tom Nash takes a look at his article "Return to the Natural Order" in Verdi Veritas.
“How should Catholics respond to aliens?” This intriguing question opens a discussion on faith and the unknown, while also touching on the significance of the Eucharist as both a meal and a sacrifice. Other topics include the historical basis for apostolic succession and the distinction between hyperdulia and a worship of Mary, showcasing a diverse range of theological inquiries. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:40 – If you found yourself face-to-face with what appeared to be an intelligent being from another planet, how should you respond as a Catholic? 13:38 – Why is the Eucharist not only a meal but also a sacrifice? 20:30 – I'm LDS but am starting to question the Great Apostacy. There doesn't seem to be a strong historical basis for it. What is the historical evidence for the Catholic claim of apostolic succession? 33:35 – My friend is an evangelical Protestant but he won't consider Catholicism unless we give him answers about eschatology. He is a dispensationalist. 41:55 – I don't understand this distinction between hyperdulia and worship of Mary. 46:32 – I saw this video “New Evidence for Early Popes” that talked about how in the early church history would be dated according to who was pope at the time. Is this a good argument for the papacy? 52:05 – I grew up in the Southern Baptist church believing that baptism is just a symbol. I'm starting OCIA soon. It sounds like the Catholic Church is going to accept my baptism as valid. This doesn't make sense to me because I believed it was just a symbol.
Sunday 14 June 2026 - Morning MeetingHebrews 8:1-13 - Tom Nashhttps://youtube.com/live/uVn-lASDybk?feature=share
“How did you become a prophet?” This question opens a discussion on the nature of prophecy in the Bible, alongside topics such as the differences in prayer practices between Catholics and Protestants, and the historical context of the deuterocanon in the Protestant Bible. Other questions touch on the biblical understanding of marriage and the nuances of salvation from different theological perspectives. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:35 – How did you become an Old Testament Prophet? 08:35 – Can Catholics and Protestants pray together, and where do we see this in scripture? 15:40 – Who took the deuterocanon out of the Protestant Bible and when did they do it? 20:38 – I predicted something that happened. Does that mean I'm a prophet? 24:35 – I think it's Judith that says Nebuchadnezzar is king of Syria, but the rest of the bible says he's king of something else. So how can Judith be scripture if it contradicts the rest? 32:54 – I've heard that Protestants have more of a courtroom view of salvation, and for Catholics it's more about Jesus reversing what Adam did. Is that accurate? 38:50 – What does the bible say about marriage? 42:18 – Jesus said we'd be accountable for our mistakes, and he also said he came for sinners. It seems like these contradict each other. Can you explain? 52:45 – Jesus says to be saved follow the 2 greatest commandments. But elsewhere he says you have to receive the Eucharist. So is it both?
Matt Swaim joins with highlights from The Journey Home on EWTN tonight. Kevin Roberts, president at The Heritage Foundation, talks about US states shifting from "Pride Month" to focusing on the family in June. Tom Nash talks about Eucharistic Adoration, and Steven Hemler shares info about his new book for helping parents called "The Busy Parents Guide to the Catholic Faith". Plus, Gail Buckley-Barringer and the Scripture Verse of the Week!
“What does active participation at Mass mean?” This question opens a discussion on the significance of engagement during the liturgy, including the practices of kneeling and standing at key moments. Other topics addressed include the meaning behind the priest’s prayer for “servants” during Mass and the implications of Eucharistic adoration as a spiritual weapon. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:20 – Eucharistic adoration is a neglected spiritual weapon. 11:08 – What does active participation at Mass mean? 15:53 – At the Agnus Dei is see a lot of people kneel and a lot of people stand. Which are we supposed to be doing? Also toward the end of Communion, when do we stop kneeling and start sitting — after the cleaning of the vessels, or when the tabernacle is closed? 23:06 – During the Mass the priest says “we pray for your servants” and then he pauses. Who are the servants referred to here? 29:23 – The Bible talks about a “mystery gospel” and a “secret doctrine”. I don't have the chapter and verse but believe me it's there. Do you have any insights into what these are? 36:05 – Is there ever a scenario where a non-Catholic who is aware of the Church can be saved? 42:40 – I kneel at the Agnus Dei because I think we should kneel when the tabernacle is open. The Bible says that we kneel before God. 45:45 – My non-Catholic friend comes to Mass with me sometimes. He wants to receive communion but I tell him he can't, that he needs to approach with his arms crossed. But he receives communion anyway. Should I stop inviting him? Have I sinned by not being forceful enough? 51:09 – I saw on YouTube that when Jesus was a child he fell from a roof, and he turned mud into birds, and other miracles. Are these true?
“Why did the Church end weekly fasting?” This question opens a discussion on the evolution of Church practices, alongside inquiries about the Church’s stance on jousting, the concept of limbo for infants, and the pastoral duties of priests. These topics reflect the diverse concerns and curiosities within the Catholic faith today. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:50 – Why Did the church kill off weekly fasting? 08:00 – I have heard the Church banned jousting. Does that mean we can't do that at Medieval Times? 13:27 – Is it acceptable for Catholics to believe in the limbo of the infants? 19:13 – How do I articulate the Catholic position that it is not faith alone that saves, without sounding like our works save us? 28:00 – Modeling Jesus in Dating Before Marriage 34:36 – I've been going through some ongoing stalking, hacking, and financial fraud. I thought I could go to the Church for help but they don't seem to be able to offer me support. What are the pastoral duties of a priest? I've been thinking of leaving the Catholic Church because of this. 43:54 – Why is it the norm in the US to receive communion in the hand and standing? Why did it change from what seems to be a more reverent posture? 48:09 – How can the Church hold up Mary and Joseph as an ideal marriage, when they did not consummate and therefore it would not have had a sacramental marriage? 51:23 – When should you leave your parish for another parish based on your priest teaching false things? My priest is very loving and kind, but is not on board with some doctrines and some sexual teaching of the Church?
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Questions Covered: 05:13 – Sexual Sins 08:56 – Fornication 16:20 – Adultery 18:30 – Pornography 21:54 – Masturbation 29:52 – Homosexual Acts and Contraception 33:00 – Sins of the Heart
Questions Covered: 06:05 – What is a mortal sin? 07:08 – The three components of mortal sins 20:33 – Sins Against God 21:00 – Idolatry 23:42 – Blasphemy 29:32 – Missing Mass 32:51 – Occult practices 37:42 – Sins Against Others 39:19 – Murder/War 42:00 – Gossip 50:41 – Lying/Slander
Sunday 24 May 2026 - Morning MeetingJob 42:7-17 - Tom Nashhttps://youtube.com/live/En8oYDhRbq0?feature=share
I wanted to talk to a lawyer 'cause, yeah, lawyers are the ones that see stuff that falls the whole way down to the level of legal action. But I wanted to find out what are the main categories of things that wind up in legal land when it comes to broker or EBC (employee benefit consultant) payment agreements. Like, what are the top ways that compensation agreements go horribly awry? For a full transcript of this episode, click here. If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to subscribe to the free weekly newsletter to be a member of the Relentless Tribe. Doug Aldeen, my guest today, rose to the challenge. And let me just state for the record that, while there are a whole lot of brokers and EBCs who would or do engage in some of these practices, there are also many who do not; and/or it might not be the broker/EBC themselves but the company that they work for who is up to some of the things that we're gonna be talking about in the episode today. But I really, for sure, want to support the gang of honest actors, great fee-based, integrity-based brokers and EBCs; and I wanna support them all day long, many of whom listen to the show and are part of the Relentless Health Value Tribe. But let's talk about how the rent-seeking ones roll so that you can spot them. See what they did there. So, yeah … the first kind of ground zero that Doug and I talk about today is just up-front direct compensation agreements, which may be just ridiculously complicated and/or ridiculously expensive compared to what others are charging for a similar group. Where there's mystery, there is margin. That is so relevant in so many situations, and this is just another one of them. So then, after that, Doug and I move on; and we get into three categories of stuff that sits in that undisclosed or maybe even disclosed zone, where just the whole model of payments is problematic on its face. First up (and this is a biggie), brokers/EBCs recommending rent-seeking solutions to their clients. Like, a broker or EBC suggests a solution to their client where the solution itself makes money on a perverse incentive, and then the broker or EBC gets a piece of that action, which might be called shared savings. So, yeah … even if the dollars to the broker or EBC are disclosed, a naive plan administrator might not see that overcharge for what it really is—and Doug gives a bunch of examples in the show that follows. Chris Deacon (post) and Justin Leader (post) also wrote posts about this. Donovan Pyle wrote a whole book about it. Okay … the next big category of typical payment model methodologies that Doug Aldeen (again, a lawyer) has seen plans get themselves into trouble with their EBCs and brokers—the ones who are sharks, I mean, circling the plan like it's a gold mine—this big category is undisclosed payments from vendors who the plan doesn't realize have a business relationship with the EBC or broker. This can also be a whole basket of solutions that the EBC/broker wants to install, which is basically this problematic payment model at scale. And, right, this matters because then the plan doesn't know if this particular point solution, PBM, stop-loss carrier … Right? They think their broker EBC is recommending it because it's the best option for that particular plan, not understanding that it's the right option for the broker or EBC. And these dollars can be undisclosed because, to a certain extent, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, it's a little bit unclear on certain points. There's some loopholes if you go looking for them because you are so inclined. We get into more detail on this later on. After this, Doug offers a really great roadmap with six steps in it for any plan to really think about as they consider. First, the maybe integrity of their broker or EBC and what is being recommended to the plan. And that's important because, look—and we say this in the conversation that follows, but I'm gonna say it again here loudly—if a plan realizes that their broker or EBC is not really serving the best interest of the plan, there are great options out there. There are great EBCs and brokers who are honest, upstanding that really care about their clients, their plans, their members, and doing the right thing. But telling the difference between the not-so-good ones and the good ones takes some diligence, takes some validation on the part of the plan sponsor. It just does. But the amount of dollars that can be saved is millions, and this is actually, saving those millions is actually better for the plan because it's not like those dollars were going in somebody's pocket. It's not like they were being put toward better, safer, lower premiums. These are dollars that can be cut, and the plan is actually better. My guest today, as I have mentioned at least several times already, is Doug Aldeen, who is a well-known attorney who has spent many years in the self-insured space. This podcast is sponsored by Aventria Health Group, and I do want to give a shout-out and a thanks to our 2026 series underwriter Payerset. Thank you so much for your financial support. That helps keep this podcast on the air. And with that, here is my conversation with Doug Aldeen. Also mentioned in this episode are Chris Deacon, Justin Leader, Donovan Pyle, Mark Cuban, Cost Plus Drugs, Aventria Health Group, Payerset, Cynthia Fisher, Lee Lewis, AJ Loiacono, Dave Chase, Nautilus Health, 32BJ, Andreas Mang, Jon Camire, and Tom Nash. For a list of healthcare industry acronyms and terms that may be unfamiliar to you, click here. You can learn more on Doug's Web site and by following Doug on LinkedIn. Doug Aldeen is an Austin, Texas–based Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) healthcare attorney. From 1997 to 2006, he served both as associate general counsel and general counsel for provider-sponsored HMOs in Champaign-Urbana, Illinois, and San Antonio, Texas. During his tenure at Health Alliance Medical Plans in Urbana, Illinois, he had a front-row seat to the US Supreme Court ERISA case in Pegram v. Herdrich. Since 2007, Doug has owned and operated his own law firm that serves the US self-funded market. In 2016, he served as ERISA counsel for the Berkley Research Group, who served as an advisor to the private equity firm Hellman and Friedman that purchased a majority stake in MultiPlan for $7.5 billion. From 2019 to 2024, Doug served on the government relations committee for the Self-Insurance Institute of America during the period when the Consolidated Appropriations Act was being implemented. In 2022, Doug was featured by KXAN television in Austin in an investigative piece that examined the collection practices of a local hospital. KXAN's investigative work resulted in an Edward Murrow award for public service. For the past 10 years, he has published "The Sunday Morning Bathroom Read" on LinkedIn, which features a weekly tongue-in-cheek review of recent events and the implications to the self-funded market in the US healthcare industry. 00:00 Introduction to this episode. 00:59 A caveat for the record on this episode. 02:11 The first problematic payment model discussed in this week's episode. 03:27 The second problematic payment model discussed in this week's episode. 06:16 The conversation with Doug Aldeen. 06:27 Why is reviewing broker/EBC compensation so important? 08:05 The Ohio Potato Company anecdote. 10:28 The first way brokers/EBCs might get paid. 11:45 What "cost of savings" means. 12:31 EP457 with Cynthia Fisher. 14:07 A rent-seeking solution that requires a cost-benefit analysis. 19:16 Why the broker/EBC is sometimes in the dark about vendor kickbacks. 21:46 Where the CAA is unclear. 22:23 EP508 with Lee Lewis. 22:58 EP379 with AJ Loiacono. 24:04 Actionable advice for plan sponsors. 24:57 The second piece of actionable advice for plan sponsors. 25:22 The third piece of actionable advice for plan sponsors. 26:08 Demystifying the commission structure. 27:35 Using a broker RFP from an open source. 27:54 EP484 with Dave Chase. 28:31 Why you should be auditing data and claims. 29:29 EP478 (Part 1) and EP479 (Part 2) with Andreas Mang and Jon Camire. 31:29 The importance of having an "out." 33:11 Why the broker community may be at substantial risk. 35:30 EP419 with Andreas Mang. Recent past interviews: Click a guest's name for their latest RHV episode! Dr Siva and Dr Monica Lypson, Betsy Seals, Patrick Nelli, Lee Lewis, Stacey Richter with 15 experts (EP507), Jerry DiMaso, Dr Ahilan Sivaganesan, Ryan Jacobs
We often comfort ourselves with the idea that things happen for a reason, or define our struggles as a test of strength. Tom Nash might ask you to reconsider. Tom is a speaker, former DJ, and globe-trotting advocate for agency, anti-fragility, and the radical idea that your worst moment might be your greatest asset — as he argued in his TED Talk, "The Perks of Being a Pirate.” He's also the mind behind Last Meal with Tom Nash where he asks his guests what their last meal would be if the world ended tomorrow, and then actually cooks it for them. In our conversation, Tom shares how, at 19, a rare bacterial infection left him a quadruple amputee with a 2% chance of survival. And he'll tell you it's the best thing that ever happened to him. This isn't just another conversation about resilience. It's a deep dive into agency and the difference between a life that happens to you and one you actually choose. In this episode, we explore: ➡️ Why the story you tell yourself about your own life is the most powerful force in it ➡️ The difference between resilience and anti-fragility (and why it matters) ➡️ Tom's framework for navigating adversity: The Artist, the Author, and the Alchemist ➡️ The counterintuitive reason why we actually need support networks ➡️ Why "everything happens for a reason" can be a trap (and the perspective that works better) ➡️ What your last meal choice reveals about what you're really searching for ➡️ Why the concept of being "self-made" is a dangerous illusion Tom joins me to ask a fundamental question: who is really holding the pen when it comes to your story? This… is A Bit of Optimism. + + + Watch the new season of Tom's show Last Meal with Tom Nash and head to: https://www.lastmealwithtomnash.com Want more Tom? Check out his website: https://www.tomnash.com + + + Chapters Chapters 00:00:00 Adversity Can Be The Best Thing You Experience 00:03:45 Tom's Story: Contracting Meningococcal Disease 00:07:47 The Gift of Agency: Choosing to Amputate 00:16:18 The Artist, The Author, and The Alchemist: A Framework for Anti-Fragility 00:20:28 The Alchemist: Turning Adversity Into Advantage 00:23:52 Learning to Walk Again: The Momentum Metaphor 00:26:57 The True Purpose of Support Networks 00:34:33 Why 'Everything Happens for a Reason' Robs You of Agency 00:47:37 The Last Meal Question: What Your Choice Reveals About Freedom 00:42:23 Joel Robuchon: Leadership Through Teaching, Not Commanding 00:58:34 The Problem With Inspirational Affirmations 01:00:59 Stop Saying Everything Happens for a Reason + + + Simon is an unshakable optimist. He believes in a bright future and our ability to build it together. Described as “a visionary thinker with a rare intellect,” Simon has devoted his professional life to help advance a vision of the world that does not yet exist; a world in which the vast majority of people wake up every single morning inspired, feel safe wherever they are and end the day fulfilled by the work that they do. Simon is the author of multiple best-selling books including Start With Why, Leaders Eat Last, Together is Better, and The Infinite Game. + + + Website: http://simonsinek.com/ Leaderful: https://simonsinek.com/leaderful Podcast: http://apple.co/simonsinek Instagram: https://instagram.com/simonsinek/ Linkedin: https://linkedin.com/in/simonsinek/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/simonsinek Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simonsinek Simon's books: The Infinite Game: https://simonsinek.com/books/the-infinite-game/ Start With Why: https://simonsinek.com/books/start-with-why/ Find Your Why: https://simonsinek.com/books/find-your-why/ Leaders Eat Last: https://simonsinek.com/books/leaders-eat-last/ Together is Better: https://simonsinek.com/books/together-is-better/
“Is leaving the Church a mortal sin?” This question opens a discussion on the implications of faith and scandal, particularly regarding a friend’s conversion to Protestantism. Other topics include the distinction between Jesus being Catholic or Christian, the reasons for embracing Catholicism, and concerns about praying to Mary. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 05:36 – My friend left the Catholic church and became protestant because of scandal. Is he in Jeopardy of mortal sin? 16:35 – Was Jesus Catholic or Christian. What's the difference? 24:45 – Explain in one minute why someone should be Catholic. 29:17 – I have PTSD, Anxiety, depression, how can I go to OCIA? 37:13 – I don't think it's right to pray Mary 47:21 – What in Vatican 2 is infallible? Does a certain word need to be included for a statement to be infallible?
Sarah Monroe: Hi. This is Sarah Monroe in Chicago, and I'm a benefits procurement leader. And I'm curious why you think so few executives take proactive bold action in health benefits strategy given the magnitude of opportunity. Stacey: Isn't that a great question? For a full transcript of this episode, click here. If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to subscribe to the free weekly newsletter to be a member of the Relentless Tribe. Okay … so, last week we did an Ask Me Anything episode with Lee Lewis (EP508) where we answered this exact same question Sarah just asked from the standpoint of a CEO (chief executive officer). This week, we're taking the same question but from the standpoint of a CFO (chief finance officer) and/or the finance team writ large. And this week we're going through a very crisp roadmap for how to move forward toward proactive bold action in alignment with said CFO/finance team. This roadmap, though, since we are talking about finance folks here, it does double duty setting up the hardcore why—as in, Why should finance wish to upgrade benefits? Why get away from being kind of complacent and maybe a passive price taker? I mean, consider Step 1 of the roadmap that we're gonna cover here in a moment. Step 1 is to recommend that the finance team set their next-year and out-year forecasts at an accurate, greater than 7.7% trend. You might be able to see how that will get a finance team to find their why pretty quick. Oh, was that a spoiler of what's to come? Why, yes, it was. My guest today, Patrick Nelli, is currently the CEO of Aligned Marketplace, which has a really cool premise based on the power of advanced primary care. Check them out. Patrick Nelli is also a former CFO. So, yeah … you can see why he'd be a really great guest to take us through this roadmap for how folks at a plan sponsor not in finance can align with finance to move forward toward a health plan that works better and costs less. So, without further ado, here's Patrick's roadmap. But, for sure, listen to Patrick explain it. The points that he makes and the details that he brings up are both helpful and also really thought provoking. Step 1: Stop the renewal surprise. Engage with CFO finance teams and take in the advice of John Quinn from episode 493 and Lee Lewis (EP508) from last week. This is an ongoing engagement-type engagement, not a "see ya right before renewal" thing. Step 2: Confront an accurate trend. Set year-over-year trend accurately. As just stated a minute ago, this trend is not CPI (the consumer price index). Trend will be two to three points minimum above CPI, which is gonna be in the 7.7% range or higher for reasons that Patrick will lay out coming up here. When you speak in finance talk like this and forecast these out-years accurately, the why for taking bold action becomes really crystal clear. The status quo is financially untenable. Here's a link, by the way, to a page that Patrick gave me that covers this #2 forecasting step. Step 3: Offer a win-win alternative to the status quo. So, make it clear that this high estimated trend is only accurate if—and this is the important part here—if we stick with the status quo. It is possible to create an actually better plan that is more affordable and better for everybody. I will say this Step 3 is maybe a little bit more fraught than I had previously considered. Go back and listen to the show last week with Lee Lewis (EP508) for more of a deep dive into this Step 3 in the roadmap. Step 4: Lean into proven strategies that have been shown time after time to bend said cost curve and improve the health of employees, such as, again, advanced primary care. How many times does this need to come up? Step 5: Align your incentives and also your safeguards. So, look, if you decide to implement a model like advanced primary care, you gotta ensure that the payment model actually incents the behavior you want to see. You gotta think that through. There is a pachinko machine in the healthcare industry and a pachinko effect of incentives. So, know what they are and then put up safeguards and backstops to prevent unintended consequences if you know that the incentives are, in fact, misaligned. Step 6: Optimize via your contracting, which includes direct contracting. So, once you consider the incentives and figure out what you gotta watch out for, optimize contracts accordingly. And often that means finding ways to direct contract with independent practices such as primary care practices. Listen to that episode from two or three weeks ago with Ryan Jacobs (EP504), which is one half-hour fully getting into what the perverse incentives that just batter the premise of primary care if you don't take them on board. So, that's Step 6 of the roadmap. Optimize contracting, maybe direct contract. Step 7: Steer and tier. Steer and tier, especially for rising risk and/or to make sure employees get the highest value. In other words, risk stratify and disproportionately engage those with rising risk. Steer and tier them to high-value provider organizations. And look, as I said in episode 507, define value and then demand it. Steer and tier away from wildly expensive organizations who may not perform at the level that you're looking for. Is that easy? No. Can you start with, for example, advanced primary care organizations with a clear mandate who to refer to? Yes. This podcast is sponsored by Aventria Health Group. Today we got an assist from Aligned Marketplace. They gave us some financial support to help cover our expenses around here, and for that I am very, very grateful to Aligned Marketplace. And with that, here is my conversation with Patrick Nelli. Also mentioned in this episode are Aligned Marketplace; Sarah Monroe; Lee Lewis; John Quinn; Ryan Jacobs; Aventria Health Group; Gary Campbell; Shane Cerone; Sam Flanders, MD; Scott Conard, MD; Stan Schwartz, MD; Vivian Ho, PhD; Al Lewis; Dave Chase; Ryan Wells; Adam Stavisky; Leo Spector, MD, MBA; Barbara Wachsman; and Tom Nash. For a list of healthcare industry acronyms and terms that may be unfamiliar to you, click here. You can learn more by visiting alignedmarketplace.com and by connecting with Patrick on LinkedIn. Patrick Nelli is the CEO and founder of Aligned Marketplace, a national, value-based advanced primary care and specialty marketplace for employers. Prior to Aligned Marketplace, Patrick spent a decade at Health Catalyst, a data and analytics company focused on supporting some of the largest healthcare organizations in the country, where he was president and chief financial officer and helped take the company public. Previously at Health Catalyst, he helped build value-based care analytics for some of the largest ACOs in the country in pursuit of Health Catalyst's mission to deliver data-informed improvement. Prior to Health Catalyst, Patrick invested across the healthcare space and performed drug discovery research. Patrick's passion is to drive healthcare improvement through innovation. 00:00 Introduction to this episode. 02:48 Roadmap Step 1 highlights. 03:07 Roadmap Step 2 highlights. 03:49 Roadmap Step 3 highlights. 04:15 Roadmap Step 4 highlights. 04:27 Roadmap Step 5 highlights. 04:58 Roadmap Step 6 highlights. 05:19 EP504 with Ryan Jacobs. 05:37 Roadmap Step 7 highlights. 06:28 Introduction to the conversation with Patrick Nelli. 06:36 Step 1 to Patrick's roadmap: Open the conversation. 07:57 What Patrick thinks is sometimes missing in health benefits. 09:07 What finance teams need in order to change their behaviors. 09:53 What Baumol's cost disease is. 10:58 EP341 with Gary Campbell. 11:14 EP492 with Sam Flanders, MD, and Shane Cerone. 12:18 The second item stacked against employers: Being price "takers." 13:49 The percent inflation employers should expect if they follow the status quo. 15:39 INBW46 with Stacey. 16:54 Proven strategies to bend the health benefits finance curve. 18:42 EP391 with Scott Conard, MD. 19:37 SUMS11 with Stan Schwartz, MD. 20:18 How employers and plan sponsors can bend the cost curve. 21:47 The two distinct business models that finance teams need to consider when setting up their health benefits model. 24:11 Milbank study on the role of primary care. 24:53 A quick reminder of high-cost spending within health plans. 25:00 EP466 with Vivian Ho, PhD. 25:10 EP464 with Al Lewis. 25:59 What finance teams need to hear right now to understand why disrupting their health benefits plan is worth it. 27:45 The next step when an employer recognizes that they should seek out an advanced primary care option for their members. 28:41 EP503 with Ryan Wells; Leo Spector, MD, MBA; and Adam Stavisky. 30:27 Next steps after an employer enlists an advanced primary care system and aligns values and incentives in their benefits plan. 34:26 A last word to benefit teams working with finance teams. 34:55 EP430 with Barbara Wachsman. 35:08 How Aligned Marketplace fits into this entire conversation. @PatrickNelli of @AlignedMP discusses aligning #healthfinance with #benefitdesign on our #healthcarepodcast. #healthcare #podcast #financialhealth #commercialpayermarketplace #digitalhealth #healthcareleadership #healthcaretransformation #healthcareinnovation Recent past interviews: Click a guest's name for their latest RHV episode! Lee Lewis; Stacey Richter with 15 experts (EP507); Jerry DiMaso; Dr Ahilan Sivaganesan; Ryan Jacobs; Stacey Richter (INBW46); Ryan Wells, Dr Leo Spector, and Adam Stavisky; Brian Machut
“How is the Mass a sacrifice if nothing seems to be sacrificed?” This question opens a discussion on the nature of the Mass, alongside inquiries about the practice of intinction in the U.S. and the reasons behind the removal of kneelers in some churches. Additional topics include the relationship between the Mass and Hebrews 10:14, and proper etiquette before Mass. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:40 – How is the Mass a Sacrifice if nothing seems to be sacrificed? 12:37 – How common is intinction practiced in the US? 15:11 – I'm not Catholic. Why did the Church take out kneelers? 23:26 – How does the Mass not contradict Hebrews 10:14? 33:03 – Is it licit to say, “my Lord and God” during the consecration? 41:19 – Is there proper etiquette for silence prior to mass? 44:58 – I am a protestant and I would like to understand the order of the mass. Could you help me make it understandable? 50:25 – When did priests start wearing vestments? 52:03 – Why do the priests stay away from telling people what they need to do at home during the homily?
Look, we wonks, meaning you and me, you're listening to this, so I am on to you. But we wonks in the Relentless Tribe, we move like lightning on Relentless Health Value. We tend to cover lots of ground pretty fast. So, sometimes I like to, with great intention, sum up what's been said—really lock into the big revelations, the big points made, the through lines. For a full transcript of this episode, click here. If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to subscribe to the free weekly newsletter to be a member of the Relentless Tribe. I like to do this so that points stick in my mind and I remember them and can build on them later. I am thinking you like this, too, because actually our through line shows in the past have been pretty popular. But this, today, is not your average through line show. I am trying something new and actually playing clips of earlier episodes so that you can recall what a guest may have said exactly and specifically and also really see the ways that episodes may interlock. So, to that end, let me just get to it and tell you the four core concepts to buy or deliver the highest-value healthcare that we will cover today. Core Concept 1: Buy healthcare. And by the way, health insurance is not healthcare. Jonathan Baran talks about that, and then Cynthia Fisher, Mark Newman, and Justin Leader cover the why, which is billions of dollars. Core Concept 2: When buying said healthcare, avoid the myth of less expensive healthcare. What is the myth of less expensive healthcare? Well, there's a lot of them, actually. One myth is that low price means low quality. Wrong. Most of the time there is actually no correlation between price and quality, but sometimes less expensive is higher quality. Also, low quality can be the most expensive care irrespective of the cost. Also, the same exact healthcare service or product can cost wildly different prices. Just keep that in mind. You'll hear Elizabeth Mitchell; Sam Flanders, MD; Shane Cerone; Jerry DiMaso; Ivana Krajcinovic, PhD, talk about this, this whole idea of when buying healthcare, avoid the myth of less expensive healthcare. Core Concept 3: So, of course, at this point, direct contracting enters the building. Because direct contracting between ultimate buyers of healthcare (meaning plan sponsors like self-insured employers etc.) and the actual purveyors of healthcare (meaning clinicians) is a fairly obvious strategy if we're going to try to get high quality at a fair price. I mean, get the beginning and the end of the road together. When you do that, it not only can spotlight—and thereby help eliminate—who might be low value that's sitting in the middle of the road collecting tolls like a toll booth, but it also enables collaboration in other ways, really, between the ultimate purchasers and the ultimate deliverers of care. Because there can be conversations about integration. There can be goals and then work out issues together, right? Collaboration is the next breakthrough innovation. So, that's our Core Concept 3: Consider direct contracting or even just, you know, as a start, go talk to, if you're a self-insured employer or you're a purveyor of care, go just find somebody to have a conversation with. Go talk to each other. Just have a chat. And I might include pharmacies, actually, in that mix. It's amazing what can happen, actually, when those buying care and selling care sit in the same room. In this number three core concept, consider direct contracting, we hear again from Ivana Krajcinovic but then also from Ryan Jacobs, Adam Stavisky, and then lastly, we have a quote from Ryan Wells. Core Concept 4: When direct contracting, or otherwise purchasing healthcare, buy the highest-value healthcare. How is that for an aspirational goal? But really, what do you want a direct contract for? What do you want your partners to be accountable to deliver? And what's rolled up into all of that? What is value? What is value, right? We go there, and when I say we, I mean we hear from Mick Connors, MD; Dr. Siva, otherwise known as Ahilan Sivaganesan, MD; and then we have Kenny Cole, MD, to bring us home. We finish up really at a very human level for why all of this matters. So, in summary, here's our four concepts. When you buy healthcare, buy healthcare. Focus on what you're actually getting for your money and how you are buying it. When you do that, direct contracting starts to make some sense. Just make sure the care that you are buying is truly high value. That's the whole shebang in a nutshell. One more thing before we kick into this. So, yeah, while I was quietly contemplating the vast universe of things gone wrong and right in the healthcare sector, Tom Nash, our producer extraordinaire, wandered in and asked me to try out his new Relentless Health Value Chatbot that he's been working on possibly 18 hours a day, including weekends ever since the incident with Michelle Bernabe and the AI futurist philanthropist, which you can hear all about in Inbetweenisode 46. But anyway, with Tom's Relentless Health Value Chatbot, you can ask a question and have it answered by me and/or one or more of the 500 guests we've had on Relentless Health Value so far. I am not sure if I am more concerned about my impending obsolescence or thrilled to report that this thing actually works. And I will admit I did use it with, I'm going to say, a light to medium touch to help out with the episode today. At the end of the show, if you are interested, I will tell you how to get access to said Relentless Health Value Bot. But right now, let's do this thing that we have set out to do. Featured Experts by Core Concept Concept 1: Buy Healthcare, Not Insurance Jonathan Baran, CEO, Self Fund Health (EP483) Cynthia Fisher, founder and chairman, PatientRightsAdvocate.org; co-founder and chairman of Power to the Patients (EP457) Mark Newman, co-founder and CEO, Nomi Health (EP496) Justin Leader, founder and CEO, BenefitsDNA (EP433) Concept 2: Avoid the Myth of Less Expensive Healthcare Elizabeth Mitchell, president and CEO, Purchaser Business Group on Health (EP436) Sam Flanders, MD, senior advisor, Kada Health (EP490) Shane Cerone, CEO, Kada Health (EP492) Jerry DiMaso, co-founder and CEO, Payerset (EP506) Ivana Krajcinovic, PhD, former vice president for healthcare delivery (retired), UNITE HERE HEALTH (EP501) Concept 3: Consider Direct Contracting Ivana Krajcinovic, PhD, former vice president for healthcare delivery (retired), UNITE HERE HEALTH (EP501) Suhas Gondi, MD, MBA, chief medical officer, HealthStrategy (EP404) Ryan Jacobs, senior vice president of health plan strategy and partnerships, Marathon Health (EP504) Komal Bajaj, MD, professor of obstetrics and gynecology, Albert Einstein College of Medicine (EP458) Adam Stavisky, business advisor, Stavisky LLC (EP503) Cristin Dickerson, MD, founder and CEO, Green Imaging (EP485) Stan Schwartz, MD, chief medical officer, ZERO.health (EP486) Leo Spector, MD, MBA, CEO, OrthoCarolina (EP503) Ryan Wells, founder and CEO, Health Here (EP503) Concept 4: Buy the Highest-Value Healthcare Mick Connors, MD, pediatric emergency medicine physician, Dayton Children's Hospital (EP495) Ahilan Sivagenesan, MD, neurosurgeon, Hospital for Special Surgery; Head of Quality and Value, Mishe Health (EP505) Kenny Cole, MD, System VP, Clinical Improvement, Ochsner Health (EP473) 00:00 Introduction to this episode and guests. 01:38 The four core concepts to buy or deliver highest-value healthcare: a summary. 06:01 An exciting show announcement. 07:32 Core Concept 1: Why buy highest-value healthcare, not "best" coverage? 11:28 Core Concept 2: Will employers fall victim to the myth of inexpensive care? 13:00 Why better-quality care vs. more affordable care is a false choice. 17:09 Core Concept 3: Direct contracting. 17:58 Why demand curve matters in healthcare cost. 22:08 How Centers of Excellence play into all of this. 22:54 Core Concept 4: How do you conceive of and buy high-value healthcare? 23:48 The value equation in healthcare. 25:35 What is value? 28:20 What whole-person care looks like. 30:24 Relentless Health Value Chatbot sneak peek announcement. 32:14 Coming up: looking at the episodes ahead. This week our #healthcarepodcast features 15 (!) experts weighing in on the core concepts to buying and delivering #highestvaluehealthcare. #healthcare #podcast #financialhealth #commercialpayermarketplace #digitalhealth #healthcareleadership #healthcaretransformation #healthcareinnovation Recent past interviews: Click a guest's name for their latest RHV episode! Jerry DiMaso; Dr Ahilan Sivaganesan; Ryan Jacobs; Stacey Richter (INBW46); Ryan Wells, Dr Leo Spector, and Adam Stavisky; Brian Machut; Ivana Krajcinovic; Dr Jacob Asher (Take Two: EP398)
“Do Catholics really eat God?” This question delves into the belief in the Eucharist and its significance in Catholic faith. The discussion also touches on the changes brought by Vatican II, the appropriateness of addressing minor issues with a visiting priest, and the role of personal expressions during Mass for those from different backgrounds. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 17:31 – Do Catholics really believe that they are eating God literally? 31:33 – Why did we have the change of Vatican II? 44:04 – Should I bring up something minor about a visiting priest that isn't in the rubric of the Mass? 49:29 – I am coming from a protestant background that included raising our hands often. Would some be inappropriate for the Mass? 53:54 – Why do we say Mary “merited to bear” Jesus in Regina Caeli when it was God's doing?
“Is the Road to Emmaus the First Mass?” This question opens a discussion on the significance of the Emmaus encounter, while also addressing when the first Mass after the resurrection occurred and the Catholic understanding of the order of Melchizedek. Additional topics include the appropriateness of receiving communion in the hand and the history of the doxology. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:50 – When was the first mass after the resurrection? 07:21 – I know there is one sacrifice but is it one or many offerings? 11:50 – What is the catholic view, if there is a view, on the order of melchizedek? Is there an accepted catholic teaching? 14:50 – Is it appropriate to receive communion on the hand? 17:30 – What’s the history or background of the doxology? 20:10 – What do the Hanc Igitur and communicantes mean in the roman canon and what do they mean during easter? 23:45 – Was the Road to Emmaus the First mass or was the last supper the first mass? 28:49 – How do I approach someone who receives communion who you know shouldn't? Where in the bible can I show people to encourage them to go to mass every Sunday? 37:40 – My friend loudly says ‘my Lord and my God' during the consecration. Is this appropriate? 42:10 – Did Cy blow it by saying the sorrowful mysteries during the Easter octave? 46:10 – Is it true to say everything in the Church builds towards the Mass? 49:15 – Does Divine Mercy Sunday count as to fulfill the obligation since it’s later in the day?
“Were the authors of the Gospels the apostles, specifically Matthew?” This question opens a discussion on the authorship of the Gospels, while also addressing varied topics such as overcoming objections to confession from family, the Church’s stance on the death penalty, and advice for presenting the case for the Eucharist to friends. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:00 – Were the Authors of the gospels the apostles, specifically Matthew? 05:20 – I'm a convert. How do I overcome my parents’ objection to confession? 18:51 – The CCC 2267 goes against the death penalty but the bible says it’s permitted. Why is the Church trying to get rid of it? 23:45 – What advice would you have for my son who is presenting the case for the eucharist to his friends, some of whom are protestant? 33:54 – excluding papal infallibility, what’s the possibility for a pope to lead his people into theological error? 41:20 – How does it work for the accidents of the eucharist still being of bread? 46:03 – Is the use of contraception allowed in certain circumstances?
“What if Paul said no to God?” This question opens a discussion on the implications of free will in faith, while also addressing the respect the laity owes to Church hierarchy and the Church’s stance on private revelations after Jesus. Other topics include the teachings on the road to Emmaus and the sin of presumption, showcasing a variety of theological inquiries. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 05:50 – What if Paul said no to God? 12:10 – How much respect and reverence does the laity owe to the hierarchy? Do we have to kiss their ring etc.? 20:52 – If the Catechism says there is no further revelation after Jesus, why does the Church still accept private revelation that came later? 32:22 – On the road to Emmaus, was Jesus teaching something new that they didn't know? 40:11 – What is the sin of presumption? 46:15 – What does the Church say about the medical treatment of ectopic pregnancies? 52:00 – Were the Authors of the gospels the apostles, specifically Matthew?
“Can a bishop ordain married men to the priesthood without the pope’s approval?” This question opens a discussion that also touches on whether Catholics and Muslims worship the same God, the appropriateness of performing marriages outside of church buildings, and the implications of changes in Mass prayers. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:00 – Does a bishop have the authority to ordain married men to the priesthood without the popes approval? 11:20 – What do Catholics say about Muslims and Catholics worshipping the same God? 16:35 – Is a priest allowed to perform a marriage outside of a church building? 20:05 – Why did they drop the word “One” from the closing prayer at Mass? 24:05 – Our parish is adding an extra song after the consecration, and another one during the cleaning of the vessels. Is this proper? 33:15 – I'm an evangelical Protestant and I'm getting curious about Catholicism. How do I go about this without falling into error? 48:20 – What is the difference between the Anglican and Catholic views of the Eucharist? Is it efficacious to receive communion at a non-Catholic Church?
“Why don't we have Mass on Good Friday?” This question opens a discussion on the significance of this solemn day in the Catholic tradition. Other topics include the obligations of Jewish converts to Christianity, the participation of Protestant converts in Communion, and the appropriateness of saying Hallelujah during Lent. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:00 – Why don't we have mass on Good Friday? 10:12 – If a Jew converts to Christianity he has to believe Jesus is God but does he also have to follow the commandments of the Torah? 21:46 – If Protestant Converts have already been baptized and believe in Transubstantiation, why aren’t they allowed to fully participate in the fullness by receiving communion? 30:55 – If My husband and I are done having kids, how do we proceed without violating Catholic teaching? 43:58 – Can we say Hallelujah during Lent outside of Mass? 47:36 – I notice my Catholic friends’ religious views become political. What’s with the trend? What's with things like the Latin Mass? 52:25 – Is it mandatory to say “One God, forever and ever” at the end of the Collect? 54:25 – If major transformations are rooted in God, why would we need to become Catholic? 01:00 – The feast of Saint Joseph 11:39 – I'm not Catholic because I don’t understand purgatory and indulgences and how they relate to salvation. 29:03 – My father was one of 13 and all the boy's middle name was Joseph. 33:37 – I am Catholic but 3 women in my life are SSPX and are very convincing. Why should I not join? 45:44 – I'm an Anglo-Catholic. I'm not convinced of Papal Infallibility.
“How do we respond to the claim Jesus was just a wise teacher?” This question opens a discussion on the true nature of Christ, while also addressing concerns from new converts about finding a parish in communion with Rome, the historical use of priestly vestments, and the implications of Jesus’ words in John 20:17 regarding the hypostatic union. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:45 – How do we respond to the Claim Jesus was Just a Wise Teacher? 10:56 – I'm new to the faith, getting baptized soon, and I'm going back into the Army. I've seen a lot of heretical things in parishes. As I move to a new station, how do I navigate making sure I'm in a parish and diocese that is in communion with Rome? 18:56 – When did Catholic priests start using vestments? 22:07 – I am dogsitting for a family member who is out of town, and they have tarot cards in the house. What should I do with them? 30:49 – In John 20:17 Jesus calls God “my God and your God.” Is Jesus worshipping the Father because of the hypostatic union? Would that have also been the case before the Incarnation? Does the Holy Spirit worship the Father? 36:49 – If Jesus would be born today, would he still have died for our sins, considering how bad things are? 43:58 – When Moses wrote the creation story, what were his sources — where did he get it from? 48:40 – I am in OCIA. I am feeling spiritual attacks and temptation to backslide. Are these attacks to be expected as I enter the final weeks before entering the Church? 50:57 – What are good books to read or something to listen to learn about the faith? I watch you guys and Joe Heschmeyer. I want to dive into some more source material, like the stuff you guys draw from. 53:20 – Why is Joseph not mentioned much in the Bible?
“Where do we see the Mass in Acts of the Apostles?” This question opens a discussion on the early Church’s practices, alongside topics like defending infant baptism against claims of its necessity, and the significance of Jesus’ addition of “mind” in Mark 12:30. Other questions touch on the nature of confession and the papacy’s ties to Rome, showcasing a rich variety of theological inquiries. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:20 – Where do we see the Mass in Acts of the Apostles? 09:38 – How do we defend the baptism of infants? My co-worker says you just need faith and it's not necessary to baptize babies. 17:52 – In Mark 12:30ff Jesus quotes the great shema. In Deuteronomy it says to love God with your whole heart, soul, and strength. Why does Mark add the word “mind” to that? 22:15 – Why do some people feel reluctant to go to confession? 28:39 – Is the papacy so tied to Rome that it could never be somewhere else? If Islam took over Europe could the pope be based somewhere else? 31:58 – Why isn't the book of Maccabees in the King James Bible? I'm trying to talk about the faith with my Seventh Day Adventist family members. 41:00 – Mt 10:3 calls James son of Alpheus, and Mk 2:14-17 calls Levi the son of Alpheus. Could they be brothers? 44:17 – My grown children think we are living in a simulation. How can I counter this? 50:13 – You said the King James did not translate the deuterocan books. But I have two KJV Bibles that include the deuterocanonical books. 52:01 – I've been getting along with my new coworkers because they are Christian. But today Mary came up and they really attacked Catholic teaching on Mary. What can I say to them?
“Where do we see the Mass in Acts of the Apostles?” This question opens a discussion on the early Church’s practices, alongside topics like defending infant baptism against claims of its necessity, and the significance of Jesus’ addition of “mind” in Mark 12:30. The conversation also touches on the reasons behind reluctance to go to confession and the implications of the papacy’s location. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:20 – Where do we see the Mass in Acts of the Apostles? 09:38 – How do we defend the baptism of infants? My co-worker says you just need faith and it's not necessary to baptize babies. 17:52 – In Mark 12:30 Jesus quotes the great shema. In Deuteronomy it says to love God with your whole heart, soul, and strength. Why does Mark add the word “mind” to that? 22:15 – Why do some people feel reluctant to go to confession? 28:39 – Is the papacy so tied to Rome that it could never be somewhere else? If Islam took over Europe could the pope be based somewhere else? 31:58 – Why isn't the book of Maccabees in the King James Bible? I'm trying to talk about the faith with my Seventh Day Adventist family members. 41:00 – Mt 10:3 calls James son of Alpheus, and Mk 2:14-17 calls Levi the son of Alpheus. Could they be brothers? 44:17 – My grown children think we are living in a simulation. How can I counter this? 50:13 – You said the King James did not translate the deuterocan books. But I have two KJV Bibles that include the deuterocanonical books. 52:01 – I've been getting along with my new coworkers because they are Christian. But today Mary came up and they really attacked Catholic teaching on Mary. What can I say to them?
“What does the Bible say about Confession?” This episode addresses the significance of confession in the Catholic faith, alongside questions about whether one should confess venial sins, how priests maintain confidentiality, and the necessity of confession before receiving communion. The discussion also touches on the nature of mortal sins and the concept of perfect contrition. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 08:53 – Should I go to confession if I don't have any mortal sins, since my venial sins are forgiven at Mass? 11:49 – How can priests keep all these confessions confidential? They see their parishioners all the time, how do they not slip? 17:11 – Do you need to go to confession every time before taking communion? 19:35 – When I confess my sins I don't say how many times. But I heard I should be saying the number of times. 31:16 – What are the mortal sins? 39:24 – Regarding priests keeping the seal of confession — how would it even benefit a priest to talk about a confession, even if they don't reveal who the person is? 41:42 – I'm in OCIA and my wife isn't. I'm trying to help her understand why we don't just confess to our hearts directly to God. 45:25 – I was baptized presbyterian and became Catholic last year. Sometimes I remember a sin from my pre-Catholic life that I didn't mention in my first confession. Do I need to confess those? 48:26 – If you have committed a mortal sin and die before going to confession, I understand you're good if you have perfect confession. But what exactly is perfect contrition? 50:40 – Is the withdrawal method a mortal sin?
“Is it appropriate to pray the Rosary during Mass?” This question opens a discussion on the integration of personal devotion within communal worship. Other topics include why many Catholic parishes serve only bread during Communion, the historical context of the Holy Family’s journey to Egypt, and the process of seeking annulments while preparing for the sacraments. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 03:30 – Is it appropriate to pray the Rosary during Mass? 17:03 – I'm not Catholic. Why do many Catholic churches only give the bread and not the wine? It seems like if we're following scripture it should be both. 29:15 – I heard that when the Holy Family went to Egypt they were robbed by two thieves, and these same thieves were crucified with Jesus. Is this true? 33:33 – My wife and I are going through OCIA. Both of us are seeking annulments for our previous marriages. The annulments will likely not be done by Easter. Can we still receive the sacrament of reconciliation? 43:11 – Could the new Mass of Paul VI be considered a new rite? Especially considering the new Eucharistic prayers, and the fact that the Roman Canon is not required? 45:21 – What are your thoughts on making noise in the church before Mass begins? Should it be silent preparation, or should we greet and talk to people? Or somewhere in between? 50:07 – Is Aquinas' belief that Jesus did not have the theological virtue of Faith a doctrine of the Church? Or is it just Aquinas' opinion?
“Should we remove holy water and cover statues in Lent?” This question opens a discussion on the practices of the season, while also addressing the nature of the Mass as a true sacrifice, the challenges of explaining its mystical elements to Protestants, and the historical changes from the Latin Mass to the new order. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:27 – Should We Remove Holy Water and Cover Statues Doing Lent? 12:25 – Is the sacrifice of the Mass symbolic or is it actually Christ continually being sacrificed through time and space in the Eucharist? 17:14 – How do you deal with a Protestant who struggles with the mystical or supernatural aspects of the Mass. I mean, consuming flesh and blood is pretty out there. 37:10 – After the collect, does the congregation need to wait until the priest sits down before we sit down? We did it that way when I was a kid, but not anymore. 42:25 – Why did the Mass change from the Latin Mass to the new order? 47:43 – I'm in OCIA. I wanted to attend a Church that has a Latin Mass. What do I need to know beforehand? I saw on a parish website times for high mass and low mass. What is this all about?
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“Why isn’t fish considered meat?” This question opens a discussion on dietary laws and traditions within the Church. Other topics include the role of extraordinary ministers of holy communion, the appropriateness of taking a female saint’s name for confirmation, and the Church’s stance on organ donation, showcasing a variety of inquiries related to faith and practice. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:55 – There are things I cannot accept about Catholicism. Marriage equality and women priests are the two things that I just cannot get past. 16:25 – Mark 7:31-37 Where did Jesus spit? 20:03 – In the US we see a lot of extraordinary ministers of holy communion being used ordinarily. Is that an abuse? 31:44 – Why isn’t fish considered meat? 41:22 – Is there any issue for a man taking a female saint name for confirmation? 42:45 – In what state in the body of the damned? 44:32 – What is the Church position on organ donation? 48:35 – Could you clarify when it meant when God said he regretted the creation of Man when speaking to Noah?
Trump sought $163 billion in cuts, including slashing the EPA by 54 percent, HUD by 44 percent, and the CDC by 41 percent, but even his most loyal House allies let the effort stall under the cover of the budget process. A separate bipartisan attempt to shore up Obamacare subsidies for 24 million Americans also fizzled, with Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick warning that letting them lapse would be bad policy and worse politics. The throughline is inertia: Congress will not enact maximalist right-wing cuts, but it will not pass incremental fixes either. Plus, a handoff to the debut of How To!: "How to Be a DJ, Not a Playlist," featuring the DJ with hooks for hands, Tom Nash, on craft, resilience, and commanding a room. Produced by Corey Wara Video and Social Media by Geoff Craig Do you have questions or comments, or just want to say hello? Email us at thegist@mikepesca.com For full Pesca content and updates, check out our website at https://www.mikepesca.com/ For ad-free content or to become a Pesca Plus subscriber, check out https://subscribe.mikepesca.com/ For Mike's daily takes on Substack, subscribe to The Gist List https://mikepesca.substack.com/ Follow us on Social Media: YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4_bh0wHgk2YfpKf4rg40_g Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pescagist/ X https://x.com/pescami TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@pescagist To advertise on the show, contact ad-sales@libsyn.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/TheGist
“Can non-Catholics receive ashes?” This question opens a discussion on the significance of rituals in the Catholic faith. Other topics include the differences between Catholic Mass and Protestant services, the removal of certain feast days from the calendar, and the meaning behind the priest adding a drop of water to the wine. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:30 – Can Non-Catholics receive ashes? 06:09 – I'm in OCIA. How do I sum up the differences between a Catholic mass and a protestant service and why it’s important? 12:44 – In the new calendar we removed feast days of saints. Why did that happen and did it undermine papal authority? 16:58 – How can the bread turn into the body and the wine turn into the blood? 21:50 – Iowa Catholic Radio. Why does the priest add a drop of water into the wine? 28:47 – Are the SSPX in communion with Rome? What do you say to someone who goes to those masses? 34:28 – Can you emphasize why our Catholic rituals have meaning? 43:49 – Why does the eucharist have to be celebrated at every mass if it’s only required once a year? 51:14 – My priest changes words during the mass. What are your thoughts on that?
Stewart has built a respectable career as a lawyer in Montreal, but he's yearning to chase a very different dream: becoming a club DJ. He knows how to curate a killer playlist, but the leap to commanding a live room feels intimidating and technically out of reach. On this episode: How To!'s Mike Pesca brings on Tom Nash, a former top Sydney club DJ (known as DJ Hookie) who spins using prosthetic hooks. Tom offers Stewart guidance on bypassing the technical hurdles to truly read a crowd, building a music brand from "scratch"—and why the DJ's one true job is to delight the audience. Executive Producer Corey Wara Edited by Geoff Craig Booking by Lya Yanne Do you have a burning question or a problem you need help with? Email us at howto@mikepesca.com and we will consider your topic for the show. For full Pesca content and updates, check out our website at https://www.mikepesca.com/ To receive ad-free content, become a Pesca Plus subscriber at https://subscribe.mikepesca.com/ For Mike's daily takes on Substack, subscribe to The Gist List https://mikepesca.substack.com/ Follow us on Social Media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pescagist/ X https://x.com/pescami YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@pescagist TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@pescagist To advertise on the show, contact ad-sales@libsyn.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/howto
Stewart has built a respectable career as a lawyer in Montreal, but he's yearning to chase a very different dream: becoming a club DJ. He knows how to curate a killer playlist, but the leap to commanding a live room feels intimidating and technically out of reach. On this episode: How To!'s Mike Pesca brings on Tom Nash, a former top Sydney club DJ (known as DJ Hookie) who spins using prosthetic hooks. Tom offers Stewart guidance on bypassing the technical hurdles to truly read a crowd, building a music brand from "scratch"—and why the DJ's one true job is to delight the audience. Executive Producer Corey Wara Edited by Geoff Craig Booking by Lya Yanne Do you have a burning question or a problem you need help with? Email us at howto@mikepesca.com and we will consider your topic for the show. For full Pesca content and updates, check out our website at https://www.mikepesca.com/ To receive ad-free content, become a Pesca Plus subscriber at https://subscribe.mikepesca.com/ For Mike's daily takes on Substack, subscribe to The Gist List https://mikepesca.substack.com/ Follow us on Social Media: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pescagist/ X https://x.com/pescami YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@pescagist TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@pescagist To advertise on the show, contact ad-sales@libsyn.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/howto
“Is the Angel of the Lord Jesus?” This question opens a discussion on the identity of this figure in Scripture, alongside inquiries about the biblical basis for purgatory and the role of Mary. Other topics include the appropriateness of clapping in church and the actions of a priest during the Agnus Dei, providing a rich exploration of Catholic beliefs and practices. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:37 – Is it appropriate to clap in church? 11:54 – Gen 3:15 says he will crush the head of the serpent but the vulgate translates it to she. This is keeping me from converting 23:29 – I'm blind. What does the priest do while the congregation sings the agnus dei? 34:53 – Where do we find purgatory in the bible? 37:20 – Is this angel of the Lord in the Old Testament believed to be Jesus? 46:29 – Psalm 51:2 Catholic version is different. The bible version is different from the mass part read. Why is that. The USCCB version moves it down to verse 4. 49:22 – Does scripture teach the sinlessness of Mary?
“Are prayers to Mary problematic?” This question opens a discussion on the significance of prayers like the Hail Holy Queen and the Act of Consecration to Mary, especially in light of concerns about scandal. Other topics include reconciling free will with God’s prophets, the Catholic view of salvation, and the nature of miracles in relation to scientific laws. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:02 – There are two prayers to Mary that we get calls about, and wanted you to talk through them here, and also see if Catholics should stop saying these prayers if they cause too much scandal. Hail Holy Queen and the Act of Consecration to Mary 12:42 – How do you reconcile free will with the prophets sent by God? 21:05 – I'm in RCIA. The Catholic view of salvation seems fragile. Why would missing a holy day of obligation cause me to go to hell? 29:49 – Do miracles need to break the laws of science or can they break only the laws we don’t understand to be considered miracles? 42:00 – Did Mary have children? 51:27 – How do I distinguish between venial and mortal sin to a protestant?
Questions Covered: 03:09 – I saw a Mass on EWTN that seemed to have married priests or priest from other countries passing out communion? Is this okay? 06:00 – If the TLM is a valid form of worship, why is it being suppressed? 13:33 – Is there any reason to believe that God still punishes nations for being disobedient like he did in the Old Testament? 17:40 – Jack Chick claimed the Church marked Luther for death after he exposed the ‘con job' of selling indulgences. Is this true 22:40 – Is there a position that we should take when praying the Lord's Prayer during Mass? 28:58 – Was there ever a covenant made with the absence of blood? 31:51 – How do I help and reach out to my Protestant friend who is losing his faith and in a dark place? 33:37 – Is it possible to say that Jesus could have looked at ALL the apostles when he says “upon this rock I will build my church”? 38:35 – What can I do if my pastor has requested me to not kneel for communion? How do I move forward? 42:51 – Would it be immoral for an unwed woman to adopt an embryo? 45:57 – How can we justify praying to Mary and the Saint to Protestants? 49:26 – What is the Catholic understanding of Armageddon in Revelation? 52:46 – Why doesn't the pope always speak infallibly?
Questions Covered: 01:55 – Is the unborn child a human being? 14:10 – Pregnant women need support from a committed man. 17:10 – Abortion solves problems for men who want to behave badly. 29:45 – When life begins 46:21 – The Pope Francis pro-life position
This episode is part of the "Inches Are All Around Us" series looking for all the little pockets—inches, if you will—that comprise the greater than $1 trillion in healthcare waste in this country annually. For a full transcript of this episode, click here. If you enjoy this podcast, be sure to subscribe to the free weekly newsletter to be a member of the Relentless Tribe. Many of these inches, if we hack them out, will actually improve patient care because these inches are just like the friction that's in the middle. To this end, I started thinking about FQHCs (Federally Qualified Health Centers), which are (these FQHCs in this context, if you think about it) kind of a great laboratory for scrappy and amazing case studies about finding and cutting out waste with some serious fiscal discipline. The thing with FQHCs and why they are great places to I spy inches of waste is really because if an FQHC has a budget shortfall, they cannot solve it by cost shifting to commercial patients, commercial members, commercial plans. They have no commercial patients. Also, they have a patient population that many would consider challenging, and they cannot restrict access. They gotta make do with what they have. They must have actually true fiscal discipline. They either figure out how to be efficient, or their patient population does not get care. But what tipped me over the edge to revisit this episode from 2021 with Gary Campbell—who is the CEO of an FQHC, by the way—I picked the show to revisit because of my conversation with Nikki King, DHA, that I had earlier this year (EP470). Nikki and I caught up, and she is now the CEO of an FQHC in Indiana. I had interviewed Nikki, by the way, about rural health a few years ago (EP338). So, go back and listen to that if anything I say today you find intriguing for other reasons. Tribe, this is interesting to think about what I'm about to tell you. Really. I've been thinking about it for six months. I wanna start out here recapping my aforementioned catch-up conversation with Nikki King as the lead-in to my conversation with Gary Campbell to follow. And to be specific here, Gary Campbell is the CEO of an FQHC in Virginia called Johnson Health Center; and Nikki King is CEO at Alliance Health Centers in Indiana. Let me tell you one thing that Nikki King did. There are many things that she did, but here's one that she told me about. Nikki realized after talking and listening to their patients that one of the biggest barriers to getting care at her FQHC for patients was no transportation. Also, as most FQHCs, they were short on funds. So, doing things like free Ubers or something like that was not an option. So, you know what Nikki did? She thought about where her patients are. For example, most referrals to their addiction treatment services came from the courthouse—a judge remanding, if that's the right word, someone to treatment. So, two birds with one stone style, Nikki marched over to the courthouse facilities person and asked if they had any open office space at the courthouse, you know, work from home and all of that. Maybe there were some open offices. Well, the courthouse did. They had some open offices. So, now rent-free or almost rent-free, I don't, I'm not sure, when a judge says to somebody, "Go get addiction treatment," that judge can also point down the hall and the patient can just walk over. Nikki did the same thing, setting up a clinic in a day care center. She set up a clinic in a homeless shelter and right by a big basketball court. You compare and contrast this, I don't know, "just get it done" approach to all of the times that you hear about "some cash-strapped entity" who decides the best thing to do immediately is new construction. Pay to build brick and mortar and then in perpetuity, of course, pay all the costs and the snow removal and the security and the utilities and repair for that new construction. And they could be an FQHC building new buildings—one of the less scrappy ones—but it also could be a big, consolidated health system or anybody in between. It's amazing how many times you hear "razor-thin margins," and then you hear "new construction" in the same sentence. I'm like, "Yeah … gotcha. Upsize." Call it my Pennsylvania Dutch and Bronx heritage. But yeah … head exploding. That was a tangent. Bottom line, however, I say all this to say FQHCs (the ones with great leadership, at least) are a wonderful case study to look for insights on how to operate in an environment that cannot rely on, again, raising commercial rates and cost shifting to balance the budget, right? Let's not forget, there are two very different ways to end up with no profit: One is genuine struggle. The other is simply being very good at spending every dollar that is given to you. For plan sponsors, this is a vital distinction, regardless of how loud anybody cries poor, any clinical partner who lacks fiscal discipline isn't struggling; they're inefficient. And we do not have a market in healthcare to be able to tell who's struggling versus who is inefficient. So, yeah … keep that in mind and listen to episode 490 and 492 after this one with Shane Cerone and Sam Flanders, MD, for more on the whole "there's no market" theme, as well as more on the fiscal discipline topic. But again, this is why FQHCs are such a good case study here, because there's an upper limit to how much money they have. In most circumstances—I mean, barring some big donation or something like that—but under most circumstances, they have a revenue cap that they have to be disciplined enough to work within. Okay … one last thing before we kick into the show today. I wanna be really clear here. Fiscal discipline isn't something that any individual doctor or nurse or other clinician can tackle in a vacuum. Or even any given administrator. It is a leadership imperative. Great leadership doesn't just manage the clinical side. It takes accountability for the administrative waste that keeps margins thin and prices high. So, here's actionable advice for anybody listening, regardless of what you may or may not have to do with FQHCs. If you're a plan sponsor looking for a clinical partner, consider, like, what Nikki King is doing and the thinking that Gary Campbell is gonna talk about as a benchmark. Real value comes from finding the organizations that treat fiscal discipline as kind of a mission critical strategy, because these days, with all the affordability issues, it is financial toxicity is clinical toxicity. I mean, maybe you can find an organization that actually does unit cost accounting. Listen to the show with Mick Connors, MD (EP495). Okay … as I said earlier, my guest today is Gary Campbell, who I spoke with in 2021—so this is a deep cut from the archives, but it's also a really great show. Gary, as I said earlier, is CEO of Johnson Health Center, which is an FQHC, in Lynchburg, Virginia. He's also the president of Impact2Lead. Also mentioned in this episode are Impact2Lead; Johnson Health Center; Nikki King, DHA; Alliance Health Centers; Shane Cerone; Sam Flanders, MD; Kada Health; Mick Connors, MD; Aventria Health Group; John Lee, MD; Beau Raymond, MD; Amy Scanlan, MD; Eric Gallagher; Eve Cunningham, MD, MBA; Joyce Gioia; Robert Pearl, MD; Peter Attia, MD; Jerry Durham; and Tom Nash. For a list of healthcare industry acronyms and terms that may be unfamiliar to you, click here. You can learn more at impact2lead.com and follow Gary on LinkedIn. Gary Campbell is the founder and owner of Impact2Lead, LLC, and the president and CEO of Johnson Health Center (JHC), where he has enjoyed a career centered on leading for/not-for-profit organizations and helping to unleash potential in others along the way. In 2011, he left Bayer and went to JHC; and in 2013, he launched Impact2Lead to provide transformation-consulting services to other firms across the United States. Since joining JHC, the center has enjoyed unprecedented success and growth by transforming the culture using his Impact Leadership model and becoming the first Federally Qualified Health Center to be recognized as an Employer of Choice by Employer of Choice International, Inc. The health center has achieved multiple workplace and community awards since that time and has enjoyed exponential growth during his years as the CEO. Gary currently speaks and consults nationally on leadership, workplace strategies, and motivational topics. 09:03 Why is there no opportunity to cost shift in an FQHC? 09:34 What happens when an FQHC is operating inefficiently? 10:00 "Have you workflowed it out? … You can overstaff yourself in a way that your cost per patient goes way up." 10:23 Why is taking a lean approach not an excuse to cut staff? 11:27 EP490 and EP492 with Shane Cerone and Sam Flanders, MD. 11:35 EP438 with John Lee, MD. 11:38 EP455 with Beau Raymond, MD. 11:40 EP402 with Amy Scanlan, MD. 11:42 EP405 with Eric Gallagher. 12:48 "The nurses are linchpins to everything." 13:44 LinkedIn post from Eve Cunningham, MD, MBA. 15:10 How does standardizing care lead to personalization of care? 16:34 "Our clinical teams see that we care." 16:53 "If you don't have a vision for where you want to be two and three years down the road, you're struggling." 17:09 "I want everybody to understand, What is their why?" 19:45 Lean & Meaningful by Roger E. Herman and Joyce L. Gioia. 24:44 "You have to project plan things out that you want." 25:51 "They don't teach leadership in most medical schools."—Dr. Robert Pearl 26:46 Outlive by Peter Attia, MD. 27:55 "Get to know these clinicians." 29:39 "From a core values perspective, you can make every single decision … on core values." 30:03 "We always start with those values. … They're embedded in everything we do." 30:20 How does an FQHC or private practices that are patient-oriented attract talent? 35:24 EP297 with Jerry Durham. 35:54 "First and foremost, be visible." You can learn more at impact2lead.com and follow Gary on LinkedIn. Gary Campbell discusses #provider #fiscalresponsibility on our #healthcarepodcast. #healthcare #podcast #financialhealth #patientoutcomes #primarycare #digitalhealth #healthcareleadership #healthcaretransformation #healthcareinnovation Recent past interviews: Click a guest's name for their latest RHV episode! Zack Kanter, Mark Newman, Stacey Richter (INBW45), Stacey Richter (INBW44), Marilyn Bartlett (Encore! EP450), Dr Mick Connors, Sarah Emond (EP494), Sarah Emond (Bonus Episode), Stacey Richter (INBW43)
“Is It Suicide If I Stop Taking Meds?” This question raises important considerations about mental health and Church teachings on morality. Additionally, the discussion touches on the implications of the diocese of Duluth allowing ad orientum worship and examines the biblical context of violence, providing a broad perspective on faith and ethics. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:45 – The diocese of Duluth began allowing ad orientum. Is it better? What does this mean for the Church? 14:41 – Could you go over the Greek Gen 12:5 and wording of their relationship? 18:52 – My father-in-law, who hasn't practiced, asked me, If he stopped taking his meds and dies, would this be considered suicide? He is afraid of going to hell. 28:48 – How does the bible justify and not justify violence? 41:47 – How can the CC be the true Church if the bible says to not add or take away from the bible and the CC added the catechism? 47:06 – What is the role of AI in our daily lives?
“Was Jonathan Roumie wrong to kneel for Communion?” This question opens a discussion on liturgical practices, while also addressing varied topics such as Old Testament references to speaking in tongues, the Catholic perspective on dancing during the liturgy, and the relationship between Catholics and Protestants. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:00 – “Was Jonathan Roumie wrong to kneel for Holy Communion If Others Stood?” 16:16 – Are there Old Testament references that mention speaking in tongues? 19:27 – How do I respond to my Sedavacantist family members who say protestants are not Christians because they are not Catholic? 22:50 – Did the Virgin Mary have sisters? 32:59 – What is the church's stance on dancing during the liturgy? 41:46 – Are the Torah codes reliable? 45:40 – Why did the Latin Mass change to Novus Ordo Mass? 50:21 – What is the process to ensure a Catholic book is published (without error)?
“How do we respond to people that accuse Catholics of celebrating pagan holidays?” This question opens a discussion on the misconceptions surrounding Catholic traditions. Additionally, the episode addresses the relationship between Christians and Muslims as brothers, the distinctions between Catholic doctrine and dogma, and the Catholic perspective on predestination. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 28:55 – Curious why the Catholic Faith does not teach dispensationalism? 36:08 – What is the difference between Catholic Doctrine and Catholic Dogma? 47:25 – If catholicism is true, then protestantism is false, but if protestantism is true, then catholicism is idolatry. 51:02 – What is the catholic view on predestination? 54:02 – My friend is protestant and is interested in church history where can he find the papacy in early Church history?
Today's conversation is all about shifting from a mindset of limitation to one of empowerment and possibility. My guest is Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman, a psychologist, professor, and bestselling author whose work focuses on helping all kinds of minds live creative, fulfilling, and self-actualized lives. In our conversation, Scott shares insights from his latest book, Rise Above, which explores the concept of the victim mindset and how we can move beyond it. We talk about the role of neurodivergence in shaping perspective, the traps of learned helplessness and rejection sensitivity, and the character strengths that help us cultivate resilience and personal growth. Scott also reflects on his own journey toward empowerment and what it means to truly rise above our limitations—both real and perceived. About Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman is a psychologist, coach, professor, keynote speaker, and best-selling author who is passionate about helping all kinds of minds live a creative, fulfilling, and self-actualized life. He is a professor of psychology at Columbia University and director of the Center for Human Potential. He hosts The Psychology Podcast, which has received over 30 million downloads and is widely considered among the top psychology podcasts in the world. Things you'll learn from this episode How Scott Barry Kaufman's personal experiences shaped Rise Above and his exploration of the victim mindset Why a victim mindset is not fixed—and how self-empowerment and learned hopefulness can transform it How rejection sensitivity and cognitive distortions can reinforce feelings of victimhood, especially in children Why leveraging character strengths and modeling emotional flexibility builds resilience and growth How an empowerment mindset helps individuals take ownership of their challenges and personal development Why self-compassion and realistic expectations are essential parts of the ongoing journey toward self-actualization Resources mentioned Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman's website Rise Above: Overcome a Victim Mindset, Empower Yourself, and Realize Your Full Potential by Scott Barry Kaufman, PhD Via Institute on Character VIA Youth-103 (Age 13-17) (Currently being tested) Dr. David Yeager on the Science of Motivating Young People (Full-Tilt Parenting) 10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People: A Groundbreaking Approach to Leading the Next Generation―And Making Your Own Life Easier by David Yeager, PhD Mindset: How We Can Learn to Fulfill Our Potential by Carol Dweck Dr. Tamar Chansky on Children & Negative Thinking (Tilt Parenting episode) Freeing Your Child from Negative Thinking: Powerful, Practical Strategies to Build a Lifetime of Resilience, Flexibility, and Happiness by Dr. Tamar Chansky Dr. Sharon Saline on Understanding Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) in Tweens and Teens (Tilt Parenting episode) Dr. David Yeager on the Science of Motivating Young People (Tilt Parenting episode) 10 to 25: The Science of Motivating Young People: A Groundbreaking Approach to Leading the Next Generation―And Making Your Own Life Easier by David Yeager, PhD Victim Culture & Self-Actualization (Scott on the Last Meal with Tom Nash podcast) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Questions Covered: 02:55 – Why do we have a feast for the Name of Jesus? 13:06 – Why is his name Jesus if the angel said to name him Emmanuel? 18:00 – What does it mean when Jesus talks about receiving someone “in my name”? 21:55 – What does it mean when Jesus says “when two or three are gathered in my name…”? 29:15 – Believing in the “name” of Jesus 35:15 – If you ask anything in my name, I will do it. 47:30 – Improper use of Jesus' name 50:01 – Why is the baptism in the name of Jesus invalid? 52:50 – What is the name written on the forehead about in the book of Revelation?
“Why Did the Charlotte Diocese Bishop Banning Altar Rails?” This question opens a discussion on the various practices surrounding Communion, including the history of receiving in the hand versus kneeling and the implications of obedience to bishops. Other topics include the fate of those who died before the Resurrection and the Church’s view on civil marriages. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:44 – What's the history of receiving in the hand vs, kneeling, and why would a bishop want to promote one over the other? How Are We Allowed to receive communion? Is Obedience Owed to the bishop here? 13:28 – Did anyone who died before the Resurrection go to Purgatory? 15:55 – What does the Church think of marriages that are just done civilly? What does an invalid marriage mean? 20:49 – In the reading of the Genealogy of Christ, why are there only two women mentioned? 23:30 – Why do Catholics worship Mary and the saints by praying to them? 32:55 – If someone is married by the Church and divorced civilly, are they in perpetual sin until one of them dies? 37:30 – What is the US Bishops stance on receiving the Eucharist through intinction? 43:05 – I was baptized Catholic but not raised Catholic after that. My parents are atheist. But I'd like to learn about being a practicing Catholic because I am drawn toward it. 49:40 – How long are you supposed to pray for a loved one in Purgatory? 52:39 – What happens to the victims of people victimized in a satanic dark mass? Do they go to hell?
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