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Welcome to Godsplaining: Each week Dominican friars tackle the questions that keep you up at night—faith, doubt, culture, philosophy, theology, and real life. Expect clear Catholic answers, big ideas, and conversations that spark “aha” moments without (too much) jargon. Whether you’re a cradle Catholic who loves Thomas Aquinas or just curious, pull up a chair and think deeper with us. New episodes... more

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Recent Guests

Jordan Burke
Director of Marketing and Operations for spiritualdirection.com; Avila Foundation, High Calling Program
spiritualdirection.com; Avila Foundation
Episode: How Christians Fail at “Speaking the Truth in Love”
Fr. Joseph-Anthony Kress
Guest, Province of St. Joseph connection, discusses Lent and related topics
Dominican Order
Episode: BONUS: Prayer, Perseverance, and the Shape of Holiness
Edward Sri
Catholic author and speaker, affiliated with Ascension and Focus
Ascension, Focus
Episode: What Really Happens at Catholic Mass? Dr. Edward Sri Explains
Elise Allen
Author of The Official Biography of Pope Leo XIV
Author / Journalist
Episode: Inside the Mind of Pope Leo XIV with Papal Biographer Elise Allen
Philip Rosemann
Professor of Catholic Studies, Cottrell Rolfs Chair at the University of Kentucky
University of Kentucky
Episode: Are You Seeing Reality Wrong? A Catholic Philosopher Explains
Stan McChrystal
Retired U.S. Army General; founder of McChrystal Group
McChrystal Group
Episode: An Examination of the Virtues w/ a Retired U.S. Army General
Charlie Echeverry
Deacon, involved in media projects and Seeking Beauty
Executive Producer on Seeking Beauty, EWTN contributor
Episode: Finding Christ in the Loneliness of Insomnia w/ Deacon Charlie Echeverry
Christa Dalmazio
Musician and conductor, Higher Word
Higher Word
Episode: How Higher Word Reveals Heaven Through Art and Culture
Stephen White
Executive Director of the Catholic Project at the Catholic University of America
Catholic University of America
Episode: Are today's Catholic priests liberal or conservative? w/ Stephen White

Hosts

Fr. Gregory Pine
Dominican friar; Host of the show; cohost on Godsplaining
Fr. Patrick Briscoe
Dominican friar; Host of the show; co-host on Godsplaining
Fr. Bonaventure Chapman
Dominican friar; Co-host/Host on Godsplaining
Fr. Joseph Anthony Kress
Dominican friar; Co-host on Godsplaining

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.7k ratings
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    The speed of presentation makes for a challenge for the older audience. I’ve had lots of training in the details you discuss, but your conversation’s structure is beyond me. May I suggest a preview of topics, and reminders dropped in, of the outlined topics?

    Good stuff!

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    Margybb
    United States2 months ago
  • Thank you Godsplaining Friars!

    A wonderful podcast covering just about anything you could ever want to learn and listen to! So much joy from the Friars, spilling over to us listeners. Many hours of dishes have been done accompanied by Godsplaining!

    Mary Queen of Preachers, pray for us!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sophie Anne JM JD
    United States4 months ago
  • Thought-provoking and spiritually enriching podcast

    Heard about this podcast while listening to Fr. Gregory Pine read and analyze St. Augustine’s Confessions on the Catholic Classics podcast. Have listened to a few episodes of Godsplaining thus far and found them to be intellectually and spiritually stimulating as well as interesting and entertaining. Just pre-ordered Fr. Pine’s book, Training the Tongue, which he discusses in the most recent episode.

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    Elisaesq
    United States5 months ago
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    Listening to priests fan girl and be swifties

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    United States6 months ago
  • 1 Corinthians 13 12

    12 For now we see only a reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known.

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How Christians Fail at “Speaking the Truth in Love”
Q: How can you stay engaged after giving a correction without being patronizing?
Maintain humility, acknowledge your own limits, bridge the distance with gentleness, and invite dialogue rather than delivering a final verdict, ensuring you remain invested in the relationship.
How Christians Fail at “Speaking the Truth in Love”
Q: What works well for delivering correction in your experience?
Ask thoughtful questions first, avoid assuming intent, and be willing to spend time and use more words to explain and understand, which often leads the other person to arrive at the correction themselves with God's grace.
Inside the Mind of Pope Leo XIV with Papal Biographer Elise Allen
Q: How does his American background influence his approach to the global church and conversations with world leaders like the United States?
Allen notes that while Prevost understands the American perspective, he will broaden discussions to include marginalized voices and other global concerns, blending pragmatic American pragmatism with a universal Catholic vision.
Inside the Mind of Pope Leo XIV with Papal Biographer Elise Allen
Q: What aspects of his Augustinian background stand out as he assumes the papal role, especially regarding synodality and governance?
The guest emphasizes his reflective listening, desire for unity through dialogue, and a concrete, ordered approach to reform. Prevost's background fosters a centering leadership style that aims to walk with others rather than impose top-down changes.
Inside the Mind of Pope Leo XIV with Papal Biographer Elise Allen
Q: I thought maybe we could start there with how you came to know the Pope and how you came to know him before he was the Pope.
Allen explains the long arc from initial meetings in Peru to later collaborations in Rome, highlighting Prevost's transparency and his background as a missionary—factors that shaped how others perceived his potential as pope long before the conclave.

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A thoughtful Catholic talk show where Dominican friars tackle faith, philosophy, and culture with clarity, warmth, and a dash of humor. Episodes range from theology and sacraments to modern life questions, often drawing on Aquinas, Augustine, and medieval thought to help listeners think deeply about God, truth, and everyday living. Notable for its approachable style, multiple hosts with distinct perspectives, and sponsor-supported faith formation segments, the show aims to equip curious Catholics and spiritually-minded skeptics alike with practical theology and lively dialogue.

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