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Catholic Answers Live

Catholic Answers
Catholic Church
Eucharist
Jesus
Purgatory
Salvation
Trinity
Confession
Genesis
Pro-Life Movement
Gender and Sexuality
Addiction
Protestantism
Sacraments
Polyamory
Scripture Knowledge
Plastic Straws
Environmental Stewardship
Catholic Tradition
Christian Theological Questions
Thomas Aquinas

Catholic Answers LIVE is a daily, call-in radio program of Catholic apologetics and evangelization airing live from 6-8 pm ET.

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Latest Episodes

“How do I respond to Protestants on confession and sin?” This question opens a discussion on the necessity of confessing sins to a priest, addressing common misconceptions. Other topics include the Church’s role in disciple formation, the understandi... more

“Why Does Jesus Praise Belief Without Evidence?” This question addresses the challenge of faith in light of Jesus’ words in John 20:28, which commend belief without sight. The discussion also touches on why Catholics view salvation as a gift rather t... more

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... more

Questions Covered:

* 03:10 – Making suffering meaningful

* 16:41 – The biggest hurdle trying to convince people of the pro-life argument, that is that human life is innately valuable, is apathy. I find that people either A) don’t care that the... more

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Trent Horn
Catholic apologist, speaker, and author
Council of Trent
Episode: #12519 The Rise of Anti-Semitism in the World And the Church - Trent Horn
Father Andrew Dalton
A priest and expert on the Shroud of Turin
Othonia
Episode: #12515 Debunking Claims Against the Shroud of Turin - Fr. Andrew Dalton
Father Matthew Spencer
Former Provincial of the Oblates of St. Joseph, radio host
Oblates of St. Joseph
Episode: #12481 What Good Does My Suffering Do For God? – Ask A Priest w/ Fr. Matthew Spencer - Fr. Matthew Spencer
Steve Kramp
Long-time Catholic editor and writer, formerly the chair of the humanities department at John Paul the Great Catholic University.
Archdiocese of San Francisco
Episode: #12467 What Does the Church Say About Psychedelics? - Steve Kramp
Drago Dimitrov
Founder of Holy Habits, works on virtue and technology.
Holy Habits
Episode: #12452 Is AI Becoming the Modern Tower of Babel? w/ Drago Dimitrov - Drago Dimitrov
Tom Nash
Theologian and frequent guest on Catholic Answers
EWTN
Episode: #12437 What Makes a Great Exorcist? - Tom Nash
Michael Knowles
Media personality and author discussing Catholic faith and Pope Pius XII
The Daily Wire
Episode: #12431 Debunking Lies About “Hitler’s Pope” w/Michael Knowles - Michael Knowles
Simone Rizkallah
Director of Philos Catholic, involved with interfaith dialogue
Philos Project
Episode: #12417 Did Vatican II Make Us Too Kind to Other Religions? w/ Simone Rizkallah - Simone Rizkallah
Dr. Darin Lovelace
Principal of Cristo Rey High School in Sacramento, California
Cristo Rey Network
Episode: #12414 The Future of Catholic Education w/ Dr. Darin Lovelace - Darin Lovelace

Hosts

Edgar Lujano
Filling in for Cy Kellett as a producer and host.
Cy Kellett
Host of Catholic Answers Live.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2.9k ratings
  • Quite Amazing

    Skilled apologists on every episode. If you’re looking to defend the faith or gain some more knowledge of it, this is the place.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lemon crusader
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Great resource 👌🏻

    Between Bible in a Year & this show, I have grown so much in my Catholic faith. Thank you, Catholic Answers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bearcat31
    United States7 months ago
  • Thank you!

    CA’s work has deeply enriched my life - thank you all for all that you do!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blakexolotl
    United States7 months ago
  • Catholic teaching is wrong and mostly blatant lies. Follow Jesus.

    Please people do not follow these man made sacraments and doctrines. Follow the Bible. Scripture is all that matters and is all you will ever need. You do not need works or sacraments for salvation. You do not need to pray to saints or Mary. Faith in Christ is all you need. He paid it in FULL no amount of works or man made tradition is necessary or could ever earn salvation in the first place. Good works will come with a changed heart after following Christ, but it is not a requirement. I love ... more

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    1
    SMTTT2025
    United States8 months ago
  • Truth and beauty

    As a lifelong Catholic, but one who has grown much more deeply in the faith and understanding of the faith over the last forty years, I tune into Catholic Answers to deepen my theological understanding and propel me along my journey as a Christian man. The answers help me guide others toward God and the truths upheld by the Catholic faith, in a humble and charitable manner.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AJOlszanski
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging discourse and the depth of knowledge shared by the hosts and guests.
Feedback highlights the interactive format as a strong aspect, allowing for varied listener perspectives on faith and doctrine.
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The podcast is considered a valuable resource for those seeking to deepen their understanding of Catholic teachings.
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#12522 AMA: Hierarchy - Joe Heschmeyer
Q: Did Jesus give authority to change the church hierarchy?
The core structure of the Church, being bishop, elder, deacon, is unchanging; however, variations can be created for organizational purposes.
#12522 AMA: Hierarchy - Joe Heschmeyer
Q: What is the role of Canon Priests and why don't we have them anymore?
Canon Priests served under the bishop and had special roles, but their function declined after the Council of Trent. However, there are still some Augustinian canons in the US, although they are not common.
#12521 AMA: Hierarchy - Joe Heschmeyer
Q: What can be said about the role of bishops in church governance?
Bishops were an integral part of the church's structure from its inception, with clear evidence of their authority in the early Christian writings and practices.
#12521 AMA: Hierarchy - Joe Heschmeyer
Q: Why can priests forgive sins if they are human and fallible?
Priests can forgive sins because Jesus delegated that authority to them, allowing them to act in His name and authority, as indicated in the scripture.
#12521 AMA: Hierarchy - Joe Heschmeyer
Q: Does God really want organized religion?
Yes, He does, as demonstrated by the organized structures seen in both the Old and New Testaments; these structures were intentionally established by God through Jesus and the apostles.

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What is Catholic Answers Live about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Discussions focus on a wide variety of theological topics, aiming to clarify and explain Catholic doctrine while addressing common questions and misconceptions about the faith. Episodes frequently touch on matters of scripture, the sacraments, intercessory practices, and the relationship between historical traditions and modern interpretations. The content seems especially geared toward engaging listeners in meaningful conversations about their faith, often bridging complex theological concepts to everyday concerns.

A unique aspect is the inclusion of live call-ins, allowing for real-time dialogue between hosts and listeners, which fosters a communal atmosphere. This format not only emphasizes interaction but also showcases diverse perspec... more

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