A Catholic Critique of ‘The Chosen’ (Leila Miller) 9/5/23
Release Date: 09/05/2023
Books Are the New Luxury (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 4/11/25
The Catholic Current
In today's episode of Let's Talk About This, Father looks at the world of reading, and the world that doesn't read. Do we lose more than we realize when we turn away from the written word and towards other mediums? Why has reading become a sign of status? Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to prepare you for the upcoming Sunday Mass. Show Notes
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It’s Not Too Late for Our Culture, Is It? (Jaspreet Singh Boparai) 4/10/25
The Catholic Current
We welcome Jaspreet Singh Boparai to the show to discuss recent cultural and religious conferences in London, the decline of meaningful engagement in modern society, and the urgent need for cultivating truly transformative Catholic intellectual and artistic renewal. Show Notes
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Let's Take a Closer Look: Who Needs the Real World?
The Catholic Current
Ever felt like philosophy is disconnected from the “real world”? Fr. Robert McTeigue challenges that assumption and reveals how the true, the good, and the beautiful are more real than the chaos we’re sold. Watch on YouTube:
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Blood Libel Against Canadian Catholics (Gary Isbell) 4/8/25
The Catholic Current
We welcome Gary Isbell to shed light on the supposed mass graves at Canadian Catholic schools, and how it has now been shown that they don't exist. Churches were burned and vandalized without cause, and no apology has been given. Father finishes with Timely Thoughts. Show Notes
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Let's Take a Closer Look: Pray More, Pray Better, Or...?
The Catholic Current
Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. challenges the common question 'How can I pray better?' and invites us to ask something deeper: 'How can I pray always?' Discover the heart of a true prayer life—and why it’s not just about set times but living in the presence of God. Watch on YouTube:
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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:
info_outlineWe welcome back Leila Miller to discuss criticisms of the popular program 'The Chosen'. Why do some speak as if the show is beyond reproach? How can we reach out without dumbing down in media? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts.
Show Notes
Christology matters. Reject the false "Jesus" of The Chosen — Leila Miller
The Difference of Catholic Media (Joe Reciniello & Joe Pacillo) 8/30/23
Do We Need Catholic Poetry? (Dr. Anthony Esolen) 8/25/22
Worship: The Reason We Were Created - Collected Insights from A. W. Tozer
National Day of Remembrance for Aborted Children
Read Fr. McTeigue’s Written Works!