In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Fr. Michael share how priests actually view their parishioners and how it's probably not what you expect. 00:00 What Priests Really Think About Parishioners02:38 Do Priests Judge You for Your Sins?06:44 Do Priests Notice When You Miss Mass?09:29 Can Priests Tell When You’re Hurting?11:30 Late to Mass, Leaving Early, and Priest “Favorites”17:10 Difficult Parishioners, Parish Drama, and Politics24:40 What Priests Wish Parishioners Knew35:03 Inviting Your Priest Over + How to Support Him41:15 Support the Show + Hallow44:24 Father Michael’s Message to Parishioners Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, & Fr. Michael some of the wildest events in Catholic Church history like The Cadaver Synod, The Great Castration, The Children's Crusade, and more. 00:00 Intro: The Craziest Moments in Church History 02:04 The Cadaver Synod 11:17 The Western Schism 17:17 The 3-Year Conclave 22:04 The 10-Minute Conclave 24:18 Saint Guinefort: The Dog Saint 30:43 The Tragic Children’s Crusade 34:09 The Great Castration & Fig Leaf Campaign 42:47 The 10 Days That Never Happened Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, and Kyle sit down for an honest conversation about the things every Catholic does but will never admit — from parking lot rage after Mass to skipping the responsorial psalm response and hoping nobody noticed, and more. 00:00 Catholics Won't Admit This 02:05 Forgetting the Responses 03:25 Bringing Kids to Mass 06:36 Late for Church 08:14 Palm Sunday Problems 12:21 Picking a Communion Line 14:02 Judging Church Music 16:18 Confession Confessions 21:02 Farting In Church 26:16 Being Distracted at Mass 28:54 Thinking About Lunch 31:17 Catholic Clutter 37:15 Short vs Long Masses 41:33 Awkward Church Interactions 47:18 The Offering Basket Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Fr. Michael discuss the Catholic sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, commonly known as Last Rites, exploring what it is, when it should be received, and the powerful graces it offers to those facing serious illness, old age, or death. 00:00 - What Are Last Rites? 02:16 Last Rites vs. Anointing of the Sick 05:10 Who Should Receive It? 08:24 Biblical Basis & Church Teaching 13:54 Holy Oils, Healing & Grace 18:11 Confession, Communion & the Apostolic Pardon 25:00 Prayers at the Moment of Death 30:29 Preparing for a Holy Death 36:27 How to Request Last Rites & Plan Ahead 39:12 Preparing for Eternal Life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, & Fr. Michael discuss things that society accepts that Catholics should never do. 00:00 Intro 00:56 Casual Blasphemy 06:40 Reading Non-Catholic Bible Translations 11:44 Receiving Communion in Non-Catholic Churches 17:28 Sex Outside of Marriage 27:50 Contraception & IVF 37:44 Occult Practices 45:28 Superstitious Catholicism 50:52 Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show the guys are joined by Bishop Bishop Louis Tylka of Peoria to explore the life, legacy, and upcoming beatification of Fulton Sheen. 00:00 Introduction to Fulton Sheen's Beatification 02:33 Bishop Tylka's Journey with Fulton Sheen 05:23 Fulton Sheen's Communication Skills and Values 08:46 Miracles and the Beatification Process 11:43 The Impact of Fulton Sheen on the Church 14:30 The Upcoming Beatification Ceremony 17:34 Fulton Sheen's Legacy and Modern Relevance 20:29 The Sheen Experience and Future Plans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Fr. Michael explain all 37 miracles performed by Jesus Christ in the Gospels. 0:00 Intro 1:46 How Many Miracles Did Jesus Perform? 4:33 Miracles Over Nature 30:19 Healing Miracles 43:05 Exorcisms 47:31 Raising the Dead 56:38 Final Thoughts on the Miracles of Jesus Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, & Fr. Michael share things you may not have known about The Catholic Mass 00:00 Introduction to the Holy Mass 02:52 The Meaning Behind 'Mass' and Liturgy 05:19 Understanding the Bible Readings in Mass 10:51 The Role of the Priest in the Mass 13:48 The Eucharist: Not a Re-Crucifixion 18:28 The Timelessness of the Mass 23:13 The Divine Presence in the Liturgy 25:43 The Significance of Water and Wine 28:04 The Mystical Union with Christ 30:15 The Sign of Peace 33:51 Understanding the Altar's Significance 37:33 Relics and the Continuity of Faith 40:33 The Supernatural Nature of the Mass Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, & Fr. Michael share things you may not have known about The Catholic Mass 00:00 Introduction to the Holy Mass 02:52 The Meaning Behind 'Mass' and Liturgy 05:19 Understanding the Bible Readings in Mass 10:51 The Role of the Priest in the Mass 13:48 The Eucharist: Not a Re-Crucifixion 18:28 The Timelessness of the Mass 23:13 The Divine Presence in the Liturgy 25:43 The Significance of Water and Wine 28:04 The Mystical Union with Christ 30:15 The Sign of Peace 33:51 Understanding the Altar's Significance 37:33 Relics and the Continuity of Faith 40:33 The Supernatural Nature of the Mass Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss the recent attacks on Pope Leo by President Trump, The Israeli Military smashing a statue of Christ, and more. 00:00 Intro 01:15 Israeli Soldier Smashes Crucifix 05:30 War & Media Spin 10:45 Trump Attack Pope Leo 26:00 Trump as Jesus Meme 33:00 War Powers Issue 36:00 Call to Prayer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices