Fasting & Abstinence — What You Need To Know (Matthew Plese) 3/2/23
Release Date: 03/02/2023
LTACL: Grief Is Killing Our Men (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.)
The Catholic Current
Men have been forgotten by so much of our society, and tragically, that can extend into so many parishes. Father McTeigue takes a closer look at male pain, deaths of despair, and how to live masculine lives as Christians. Watch on YouTube:
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Digital Life After Death (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 8/22/25
The Catholic Current
In this week's Let's Talk About This, Father McTeigue dives into the new fad of creating chatbots and videos of the dead, talking to AI versions of our ancestors, and what this means for our spiritual lives. He finishes with Weekend Readiness. Show Notes
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Why Does the West Hate the West? (Theodore Dalrymple) 8/21/25
The Catholic Current
We welcome back Theodore Dalrymple to discuss the self-loathing that has become so common amongst Westerners, especially academics and elitists. What caused it, what does it mean for our civilization, and how might we recover? Show Notes
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LTACL: Revival—or Crusade? | Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.
The Catholic Current
Does the talk about "revival" respect the sacrifices and admonitions of the saints and martyrs? If we take those heroes seriously, how then would we act? Father McTeigue takes a closer look. Watch on YouTube:
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Do Catholics Need the Old Testament? (Steve Ray) 8/19/25
The Catholic Current
We welcome back Steve Ray, convert and Bible scholar, to discuss whether the Old Testament is simply replaced by the New Testament, and if we need to know scripture in order to live well as Catholics. Show Notes
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Can Muslims Assimilate into the West? (Guest: Raymond Ibrahim)
The Catholic Current
In this special interview, Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. talks with historian Raymond Ibrahim about what we can realistically expect in regards to Islamic acclimation. Is it true that Muslims can embrace enough of Western traditions for us to leave peacefully together? Watch on YouTube:
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Looking Back on 35 Years as a Jesuit (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 8/15/25
The Catholic Current
On this unique episode of Let's Talk About This, Father McTeigue walks us through his decision to join the Society of Jesus, what he gave up, and what he gained. Using those reflections, he explores how we can all live better. Show Notes
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Harsh Truths about Divorce (Leila Miller) 8/14/25
The Catholic Current
Leila Miller returns to challenge what you think you know about divorce. In the name of 'comfort,' some have twisted Church teaching, normalizing divorce and making annulments the default. The result? Catholic communities that no longer truly honor the sanctity of marriage. Show Notes
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LTACL: Running Out of Purpose? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.)
The Catholic Current
Once, people could endure suffering because they knew why they bore it. But what happens when those reasons vanish and our families are so fractured we feel adrift? In his latest video, Fr. McTeigue confronts the modern crisis of meaning head-on, and shows how we can chart a course toward something greater. Watch on YouTube:
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Catholic Media–Old and New (Matt Archbold) 8/12/25
The Catholic Current
In response to recent announcements about the Vatican encouraging "hot priests" and "influencers," we welcome back Matt Archbold to discuss what Catholic media ought to look like, and why our evangelization efforts are failing. Show Notes
info_outlineWe welcome back Matthew Plese of Catechism Class (dot) com, Catholic Family News, and The Fatima Center to discuss his latest book on fasting and abstinence. Why have the requirements for fasting lessened over the years, and why does he think it would be beneficial for us to do more than what is currently on the books? What can our ancestors in the Faith teach us?
The Definitive Guide to Catholic Fasting & Abstinence
The Fellowship of St. Nicholas
The Fellowship of St. Nicholas - Telegram
The Monastic Fast | The Fatima Center
Who Needs Another Lent? (Dr. Scott Hahn) 2/15/23