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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

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
Jeff Cavins
A prominent Catholic speaker and author with extensive experience in teaching scripture and leading retreats.
Ascension Press
Episode: BONUS: Lent: A Journey of Discovery and Returning to the Lord w/ Jeff Cavins
Sister Carino Hodder
Dominican Sister of St. Joseph in New Forest, England, author of The Dignity of Women in the Modern World
Catholic Truth Society
Episode: Are Women Just Small Men? w/ Sr. Carino Hodder, O.P.

Hosts

Fr. Gregory Pine
Co-host of the podcast, he offers insights into various theological topics and engages in discussions about spirituality and culture.
Fr. Patrick Briscoe
Co-host, engaging in discussions about faith, culture, and spirituality, often reflects on personal insights and experiences.
Fr. Bonaventure Chapman
Co-host known for his light-hearted yet insightful approach, often delving into philosophical discussions related to faith.

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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!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Margybb
    United Statesa month 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 States3 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 States4 months ago
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    Listening to priests fan girl and be swifties

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    Flatland78
    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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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.
BONUS: Meeting Christ in Our Humanity
Q: What is the Dominican Rosary and how does it differ from the standard rosary?
The Dominican Rosary follows the same mysteries and structure but is somewhat shortened at the beginning, with a closer parallel to the Divine Office in its invocations.
BONUS: Meeting Christ in Our Humanity
Q: How do mass intentions function in God's providence?
Mass intentions unite a person's prayers with the sacrifice of Christ at the altar, aligning human petitions with God's providential plan without implying manipulation of God's will.

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Recent guests on Godsplaining include:

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