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Discussions, teachings, and interviews on popular culture, trending topics, news, and more through Jesus and the Catholic faith. AMDG! Follow us on Instagram @purposelycatholic

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Hallow hit #1 in the App Store on Ash Wednesday — beating ChatGPT, Five Guys, and some of the biggest apps in the world. But for Taylor Buckley, Director of Partnerships at Hallow, the number wasn't the point. It was the one person who might open the... more

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In this episode, Bobby and Khalil are joined by Dale Ahlquist.They go into the life and works of GK Chesterton, exploring his relevance in today's world, his prophetic insights, and his joyful approach to life. They discuss Chesterton's views on para... more

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In this episode of Purposely Catholic, we sit down with Dr. Ray Guarendi to talk about raising children with clarity, conviction, and Catholic faith at the center. Drawing from his book Drama Free Discipline, we unpack how discipline is not about con... more

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On the Purposely Catholic Podcast, Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. joins us to talk about his new book Your Eucharistic Identity, why faith isn’t a feeling, and how the Eucharist shapes who we are. We also get into football, spiritual dryness, and what it mea... more

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Recent Guests

Dale Ahlquist
President of the Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton
Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton
Episode: Get to know GK Chesterton w/ Dale Ahlquist | Ep. 102
Dr. Ray Guarendi
Clinical psychologist, father of 10 adopted children, and host of The Doctor Is In.
EWTN
Episode: Are Catholic Parents Too Soft on Discipline? w/ Dr. Ray Guarendi | Ep. 101
Father Gregory Pine
Dominican priest, theologian, and author of "Your Eucharistic Identity"
Episode: Why you feel nothing at Mass w/ Fr. Greg Pine | Ep. 100
Dr. Matthew McKenna
PhD candidate in theology at Ave Maria University, studying and teaching on St. Thomas Aquinas, G.K. Chesterton, and J.R.R. Tolkien.
Ave Maria University
Episode: Masculinity Isn’t the Problem, It’s the Solution w/ Dr. Matthew McKenna | Ep. 98
Dr. Carrie Gress
Scholar at the Institute for Human Ecology at Catholic University of America, founder and editor of theologyofhome.com, and author of ten books.
Episode: The Occult Roots of Feminism They Never Want You to Know w/ Dr. Carrie Gress | Ep. 97
Father Andrew Summerson
Byzantine Catholic priest, patristic scholar and pastor of St. Mary's Byzantine Church in Whiting, Indiana.
St. Mary's Byzantine Church
Episode: Journey Into the Byzantine Faith with Fr. Andrew Summerson | Ep. 96
Cameron Riecker
Catholic apologist, speaker, husband, father, and YouTube creator
YouTube channel, Cameron Riecker
Episode: The Crisis of Masculinity and the Call to Holiness w/ Cameron Riecker | Purposely Catholic | Ep. 94
Katie Gearns
Wife, homeschooling mother, and nutritional therapy practitioner
The Ember Collective
Episode: Can You Really Be Holy if You’re Unhealthy? w/ Katie Gearns | Purposely Catholic | Ep. 92
Kramer Soderberg
Division III basketball coach and author
Milliken University
Episode: Purpose Under Pressure: Faith, Sports & Grit w/ Kramer Soderberg | Purposely Catholic | Ep. 91

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Khalil
Co-host of Purposely Catholic; provides faith-informed discussions and guest engagement.
Bobby
Co-host of Purposely Catholic; helps guide conversations and guest interactions.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
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    Awesome podcast! Sharing with friends. I live in the diocese and would love to see this podcast advertised in all church bulletins.

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    clare Travis
    United Statesa year ago

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Rock Radio Superstar to Mary’s Roadie w/ Kevin Matthews | Purposely Catholic | Ep. 89
Q: What do you hope people gain from your story?
Matthews wants people to realize they are loved by God, no matter how broken they are, and they can reconnect with the Church without fear.
Rock Radio Superstar to Mary’s Roadie w/ Kevin Matthews | Purposely Catholic | Ep. 89
Q: What was that experience like? You said it was an absolute miracle what happened.
Matthews explains that while he felt empty prior to his conversion, discovering the statue of Mary became a pivotal moment that led him back to his faith.
Holy Habits: When Technology Meets the Soul w/ Drago Dimitrov | Purposely Catholic | Ep. 88
Q: Was there a moment where you felt like this makes sense?
The Eucharist was pivotal in shaping Drago's commitment to the Catholic faith, providing him with spiritual nourishment and fulfillment.
Moses the Black w/ Yelena Popovic | Ep. 99
Q: How do you get somebody like a 50 cent involved in a project like this?
I think it was the script that spoke, and many were drawn to its authenticity and relatability.
Moses the Black w/ Yelena Popovic | Ep. 99
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about who he is?
St. Moses the Black lived in 4th century Egypt. He was a slave who became a notorious gang leader before his transformation into a saint.

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ACatholic-centered show that blends faith, culture, and practical life guidance through conversations with hosts and guests connected to a Catholic worldview. Episodes frequently cover parenting, spirituality, masculinity, and modern culture from a faith-forward perspective, with guests ranging from theologians and clinicians to coaches and tech founders who discuss faith in daily life, family, and community. Notable strengths include a consistent focus on lived Catholic practice (discernment, liturgy, family life) and guests who bring both intellectual insight and real-world application. Potential listeners include practicing Catholics, parents, faith-focused professionals, and anyone exploring how faith informs leadership, marriage, and p... more

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