The Socially Acceptable Addiction (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 4/4/25
The Catholic Current
In today's episode of Let's Talk About This, Fr. McTeigue explores how our addiction to our phones is affecting our culture, our relationships, and our souls. Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to prepare you for the upcoming Sunday Mass. Show Notes
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Is Catholic Music a Big Scam? (Michael Hichborn) 4/3/25
The Catholic Current
We welcome back Michael Hichborn of the Lepanto Institute to explain how so many of the hymnals at Catholic parishes are produced by companies that are not Catholic and are opposed to Church doctrine. Are the music choices at your parish undermining worship and funding the Church's enemies? Show Notes
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Let's Take a Closer Look: Are We Christians Stuck on Stupid?
The Catholic Current
Can we try God's patience with our own stubbornness? Father Robert McTeigue confronts the painful reality of human folly, drawing from Scripture, St. John Chrysostom, and personal reflection. He challenges us to examine our hearts, heed Christ’s warnings, and recognize that rejecting divine truth leads to ruin. Watch on YouTube:
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Are We Running Out of Catholics? (Eric Sammons) 4/1/25
The Catholic Current
We welcome back Eric Sammons to talk about the demographic crisis that is happening in the Catholic Church, and especially in America. If the numbers show decline, why is our model not changing, and how should we proceed? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts. Show Notes
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Let's Take a Closer Look: Scandal - Catholics Getting Mary Wrong
The Catholic Current
Many Catholics unknowingly misunderstand Mary, even while claiming to honor her. In this episode, Fr. McTeigue breaks down the theological errors in pop culture's portrayal of Mary—especially the song Mary, Did You Know?—and he explores what the Church actually teaches about the Immaculate Conception, Incarnation, and Assumption. Watch on YouTube instead:
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Sin Makes Us Stupid (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 3/28/25
The Catholic Current
In today's episode of Let's Talk About This, Fr. McTeigue explores the effect of sin on our lives, as well as the connection between sin and pain. He instructs listeners in the different ways that they can learn to resist sinful habits. Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to prepare you for the upcoming Sunday Mass. Show Notes
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Whatever Happened to Christian England? (John Rist) 3/27/25
The Catholic Current
We welcome scholar John Rist to the show, who explains where and when England began to turn its back against Christianity. He makes the compelling argument that Catholics and even clergy are failing today to defend the Faith, because they have not learned how. Show Notes
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Let's Take a Closer Look: Peter, Judas, and the Eucharist
The Catholic Current
Why is there a Saint Peter but not a Saint Judas, when both were apostles who betrayed Christ? Father Robert McTague explores the difference between repentance and despair, linking it to the Eucharist and the necessity of the papacy. He invites all Christians to embrace the fullness of the faith, where the Church, the sacraments, and the Real Presence of Christ sustain us on our journey home. Watch on YouTube:
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Will A.I. Dehumanize Us? (Rob Marco) 3/25/25
The Catholic Current
We welcome Rob Marco to discuss the effects of artificial intelligence on our lives. In all of the focus on what we can gain from this technology, might we pause to consider what we lose? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts. Show Notes
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Let's Take a Closer Look: Finding Our Way in the Dark
The Catholic Current
We all experience spiritual desolation, those times when we feel like we are alone in darkness. Using Ignatian spirituality, Fr. McTeigue can help us to find our way back towards the light. Watch on YouTube:
info_outlineWe welcome Katie Brown of the American Life League to discuss their initiative, the Marian Blue Wave. How important is prayer in this stage of the Pro-Life movement? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts, reflecting on the news of the day.