In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, and Fr. Michael expose some of the worst spiritual advice Christians commonly give. From “God never gives you more than you can handle” to “it’s all part of God’s plan,” they break down popular Christian clichés, explain what Scripture and the Church actually teach, and reveal what we should be saying instead. 00:00 Bad Spiritual Advice Christians Give 01:23 “God Will Never Give You More Than You Can Handle” 03:48 “Everything That Happens Is God’s Will” 08:04 “If You Have Enough Faith, God Will Heal You” 13:52 “If You’re Anxious, You Don’t Trust God Enough” 16:35 “Questioning God Is Sinful” 21:01 “Being Tempted Means You’re a Bad Christian” 29:07 “God Told Me You Should Do This” 33:03 Good Spiritual Advice & Resources 39:12 The Worst Spiritual Advice in the Bible 41:32 What to Do When Life Becomes Overwhelming Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Ryan, Ryan, and Fr. Michael explore seven fascinating truths every Catholic should know about guardian angels. From what Scripture and the Church actually teach to how angels protect, guide, and intercede for us, they separate fact from fiction and uncover the incredible role these heavenly companions play in the spiritual life. 00:00 Introduction 02:00 What Is a Guardian Angel? 03:53 Does Everyone Have One? 07:05 What the Bible Says 10:03 How Angels Protect Us 15:05 Did Jesus Have a Guardian Angel? 19:57 True Guardian Angel Stories 25:00 Guardian Angel Myths 29:53 How to Know Your Guardian Angel 39:50 Daily Guardian Angel Devotions 50:01 Pilgrimages & Angelic Devotion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Ryan, Ryan, and Fr. Michael tackle one of the most provocative hypotheticals in modern science and faith, exploring what the discovery of proof of alien life would actually mean for Christianity, whether it would challenge everything Catholics believe, and how a Catholic priest responds to the question most people are afraid to ask. The answer is more surprising, more reasoned, and more confident than most people expect. 00:00 Would Aliens Disprove Christianity? 04:05 Science, Faith & the Universe 07:49 Do Aliens Have Souls? 09:57 Did Jesus Die for Aliens? 11:57 How Would the Church React? 14:04 Are UFOs Demonic? 20:02 UFOs, Technology & Government 22:05 UFOs in the Bible? 26:12 Do We Have Evidence of Aliens? 32:00 Angels, Demons & Extraterrestrials 38:02 The Deception Behind UFOs 46:08 Would Aliens Change Christianity? 52:02 God, Creation & Salvation History Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Ryan talks with Fr. Gabriel Romanelli, the only Catholic priest in Gaza, for a firsthand account of what it means to shepherd a flock through war. Fr. Romanelli shares what he witnessed when his church was bombed, what it was like to celebrate Mass while explosions sounded outside, and why he refused to leave. His faith, his people, and his witness will change how you think about what it means to be Catholic. 00:00 Meet Fr. Romanelli01:12 Catholics in Gaza02:23 Faith and Mission in Gaza04:49 War’s Impact on Christians06:31 Destruction and Urgent Needs09:28 Humanitarian Efforts in Gaza11:38 Gaza’s Children and Youth16:59 Interfaith Relations in Gaza20:55 Why Fr. Romanelli Stayed26:41 Support from Pope Francis33:55 Is Peace Possible?41:39 A Message of Hope and Prayer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Ryan, Ryan, and Fr. Michael walk through every major Marian apparition approved by the Catholic Church from Guadalupe to Lourdes to Fatima and beyond — exploring what happened, who Mary appeared to, and what she revealed. The messages are more urgent, more specific, and more connected to each other than most Catholics realize. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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