# The Catholic Man Show

> A weekly podcast and radio show for men seeking to grow in virtue, deepen their Catholic faith, and live intentionally in everyday life. Hosted by Adam Minihan and David Niles, with humor, practical wisdom, and authentic Catholic teaching.


## Posts

- [How to Prepare for Confession Without Trying to Remember a Month in Five Minutes](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/how-to-prepare-for-catholic-confession/): Good preparation for confession begins long before you enter the line. A daily examination of conscience turns a frantic memory test into a steady, honest account of how you are living.
- [Sunday Is Not Just Mass: What It Means to Rest from Servile Work](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/rest-from-servile-work-on-sunday/): Most Catholics know they must attend Sunday Mass. The less-discussed obligation is rest from servile labor - including a serious look at the unnecessary work our Sunday habits create for others.
- [The Bare Minimum: What Are the Five Precepts of the Catholic Church?](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/the-bare-minimum-what-are-the-five-precepts-of-the-catholic-church/): The Five Precepts are not advanced Catholicism. They are the baseline: five concrete obligations through which the Church keeps her children close to the sacraments, penance, worship, and parish life.
- [God Wants Your Reluctant Yes: Stop Holding Part of Yourself Back](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/surrender-to-gods-will-reluctant-yes/): Afraid that following God will cost too much? An honest, reluctant yes is still a yes - and it may be the first step toward surrendering the part of yourself you have kept guarded.
- [Self-Loathing Is Not Humility: Poor Heart, Rise Up Again Bravely](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/self-loathing-is-not-humility/): Beating yourself up after sin may sound humble, but it can keep the focus on you. True humility repents honestly, receives mercy, makes a brave amendment, and rises again.
- [When Life Goes Sideways, Do Not Let the Trapped Bird Run the Show](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/how-to-stay-hopeful-during-trials/): When life goes sideways, hope does not require cheerful feelings. It means refusing to let panic make the decisions, remaining faithful, and trusting that the wall in front of you will pass.
- [Despair and Presumption: Two Ways to Quit the Journey Early](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/despair-and-presumption-enemies-of-hope/): Despair says the story is already lost. Presumption says conversion can wait. Christian hope rejects both shortcuts and keeps walking with confidence in God's mercy and a real commitment to repentance.
- [What Theological Hope Really Means (And Why It Is Not Wishful Thinking)](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/theological-virtue-of-hope/): Christian hope is not optimism with a Bible verse attached. It is confidence in a future, difficult, possible good because the promise rests on the goodness and providence of God.
- [Teaching Boys to Work Without Making Work an Idol](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/teaching-boys-work-catholic-fathers/): Fathers often want their sons to become capable men.
- [Confession When You Keep Bringing the Same Sins](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/confession-same-sins-catholic-men/): There is a particular discouragement that comes from entering confession with a list that sounds familiar.
- [How to Make Sunday Feel Different in a Busy Catholic Home](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/make-sunday-different-catholic-family/): For many families, Sunday begins with a frantic search for shoes and ends with everyone trying to prepare for Monday.
- [Meekness Is Not Weakness: What to Do With a Man's Anger](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/catholic-meekness-anger-men/): Anger can arrive in a man before he has had time to name what is happening.
- [Why Catholic Men Need Friendship Beyond the Group Chat](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/catholic-male-friendship-beyond-group-chat/): A group chat can be a great thing.
- [Patriotism, Piety, and Loving Your Country in the Right Order](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/catholic-patriotism-piety-country/): Patriotism can become difficult to discuss because the conversation usually begins at one of two extremes.
- [How to Lead Family Prayer When It Feels Awkward](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/how-to-lead-family-prayer/): Many Catholic fathers know they should pray with their families.
- [Holy Leisure: How Catholic Men Can Rest Without Escaping](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/holy-leisure-catholic-men-rest/): A man can finish a long week and honestly need rest.
- [How to Build a Rule of Life That Survives Fatherhood](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/catholic-rule-of-life-for-fathers/): A lot of men become interested in a rule of life when they are tired of feeling reactive.
- [Fortitude Is Not a Feeling: Courage When Duty Gets Boring](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/fortitude-courage-when-duty-gets-boring/): Most men like the idea of courage.
- [Virtue of Religion: What It Is (and What It Looks Like at Home)](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/virtue-of-religion-what-it-is-and-what-it-looks-like-at-home/): For a lot of men, religion naturally settles in a few familiar moments during the week. You go to Mass on Sunday, say grace before meals, and maybe turn to prayer when something stressful or uncertain happens.
- [Holiness Isn’t Vibes: What Growth Actually Looks Like Over Years](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/holiness-isnt-vibes-what-growth-actually-looks-like-over-years/): Sometimes the hardest part of the spiritual life is that you can be trying sincerely and still not feel like you are getting anywhere.
- [Prudence: The “Charioteer” Virtue Every Dad Needs](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/prudence-the-charioteer-virtue-every-dad-needs/): Fatherhood rarely feels like a series of big, dramatic decisions. Most of the time, it consists of small moments that go by in a hurry.
- [A Guide to an Ordered Life for Catholic Men (Start Small, Win Big)](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/a-guide-to-an-ordered-life-for-catholic-men-start-small-win-big/): Life has a way of filling itself up before you even realize it. Between work, family responsibilities, bills, messages, etc., many days take place in a blur of small obligations
- [Domestic Church Basics: Turning Your Home into a Saint-Making Machine](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/domestic-church-basics-turning-your-home-into-a-saint-making-machine/): You care about your kids more than just about anything. You want them to grow up to be strong men and women who are faithful and steady.
- [Growing in Holiness With Your Wife (Practical, Not Cheesy)](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/growing-in-holiness-with-your-wife-practical-not-cheesy/): You love your wife, and you are serious about your responsibilities. You work, you provide, you show up for your family, and you care about your faith. From the outside, everything appears to be steady. But, when it comes to your spiritual life as a couple, it can feel like you are running alongside each other, rather than really growing together.
- [Virtue, Memory, and Building a Good Life (Yes, Memory Matters)](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/virtue-memory-and-building-a-good-life-yes-memory-matters/): Most of us think of memory in really mundane ways. It helps you remember someone's name after being introduced, keep track of things you need to do at work or retrace your steps when you cannot find your keys.
- [How to Prepare Your Family for Mass (Without the Sunday Morning Fight)](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/how-to-prepare-your-family-for-mass-without-the-sunday-morning-fight/): By the time Sunday morning rolls around, you can already feel the tension in the air. You are trying to have everyone move towards the door but someone can't find their shoes, and another child is melting down about what they are supposed to wear, and the clock seems to keep moving faster than it usually would.
- [Fatherhood, Faith, and Fighting for Your Family (Modern Pressures, Catholic Answers)](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/fatherhood-faith-and-fighting-for-your-family-modern-pressures-catholic-answers/): You want to raise good kids. You want them to grow up to be adults who are solid, thoughtful, and grounded in their faith. You want them to know what is right and what is wrong and have that kind of character that holds up when life gets difficult.
- [Temperance: Training Your Appetites Without Becoming Weird](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/temperance-training-your-appetites-without-becoming-weird/): Most men do not wake up in the morning planning to overdo things. Yet by the end of the day, it can easily feel like appetites have quietly taken the lead.
- [Liturgical Living at Home: Building a Prayer Culture Your Kids Absorb](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/liturgical-living-at-home-building-a-prayer-culture-your-kids-absorb/): You want your kids to love the faith, not just tolerate it. You take them to Mass, you say grace before meals, and you try to model something steady and real.
- [A "Manly" Prayer Rule: Auxilium Christianorum Explained](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/auxilium-christianorum/): You want to be a spiritual leader in your home — not in a loud or preachy way, but in a steady way. But truth be told, your prayer life can be inconsistent.
- [Praying in Temptation: Short Prayers That Actually Help](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/praying-in-temptation/): Temptation seldom knocks politely. It creeps up when you are tired, distracted, or already stretched thin.
- [Eucharistic Adoration With Kids: Realistic Tips for Catholic Dads](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/eucharistic-adoration-with-kids/): You bring your kids into the chapel hoping for a peaceful moment — and within minutes one is whispering, another is fidgeting, and one is already asking when you are leaving.
- [Mental Prayer for Normal Guys: What It Is and How to Begin](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/mental-prayer-normal-guys/): Mental prayer sounds like something meant for monks in a state of silence — not men with jobs, families, and full schedules.
- [How to Pray the Rosary When You're Distracted (and Tired)](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/how-to-pray-rosary-distracted-tired/): It is late. The house is finally quiet, but you are worn out.
- [How to Start Eucharistic Adoration (Even If You Feel Awkward at First)](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/how-to-start-eucharistic-adoration-even-if-you-feel-awkward-at-first/): You finally get a moment of quiet. The kids are asleep, work emails are still waiting, and your mind has been churning all day.
- [Intellectual Life for Catholic Men: Books, Study, and the Interior Life](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/catholic-brotherhood-friendship-community-2/): Most men read a lot but do not grow very much. Information is everywhere — but wisdom is rare. An intellectual life is not about sounding knowledgeable.
- [Catholic Brotherhood: Friendship, Men's Groups, and Building Community](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/catholic-brotherhood-friendship-community/): A lot of men are surrounded by people and still feel alone. Life gets busy, responsibilities increase, and friendships become occasional or surface-level.
- [Virtue for Catholic Men: An Ordered Life Built on the Cardinal Virtues](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/virtue-for-catholic-men-an-ordered-life-built-on-the-cardinal-virtues/): Most men don't lack information — we are drowning in it.
- [Catholic Fatherhood: Build a Domestic Church in Your Home](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/catholic-fatherhood-domestic-church/): Most fathers are not trying to build something impressive. They are trying to take care of their families and get through busy days.
- [Spiritual Life for Busy Catholic Dads](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/spiritual-life-for-busy-catholic-dads/): If you are a Catholic husband and father who truly wants to grow closer to God, you have felt this quiet struggle.
- [Book Review: True Allegiance](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/trueallegiance/): Hello, my name is Kent, and I have a weak spot for action books. For many years my father-in-law and I have traded books back and forth that contain pages full of covert military operations, bullet dodging heroes traveling the world to halt a terrorist…
- [Book Review: Forming Intentional Disciples by Sherry A. Weddell](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/forming_intentional_disciples/): As I write this I am just a few weeks shy of completing the forming intentional disciples program with a group of men from my parish. Our weekly meetings have been a blessing for me to attend, and I have enjoyed our time which has…
- [The Missionary of Wall Street – Book Review](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/book-review-18/): Close your eyes for a minute and place yourself on a busy street corner in New York City. It doesn’t matter if you have never been there, most of us have at least viewed scenes of New York in movies or advertisements. Listen for a…
- [What is Backbiting?](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/backbiting/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Stitcher | RSS Double Cask Gold is the new name for Gold as part of Macallan’s relaunched range introduced in 2018. Aged in a combination of first fill and refill…
- [The 7 Liberal Arts with Andrew Pudewa](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/7liberalarts/): The 7 Liberal Arts with Andrew Pudewa Spey Trutina – A single malt scotch whisky. A well-balanced single malt from the SPEY range released in late 2016 (alongside their first peated whisky – Fumare ) matured in bourbon casks. The name comes from a Latin…
- [Winged Hussars and 9/11](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/winged-hussars/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | RSS This episode on the winged hussars is sponsored by Covenant Eyes . Use promo code “catholicman” to get a 30-day free trial in protecting…
- [The Virtue of Vengeance](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/vengeance/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | RSS This episode on vengeance is sponsored by Covenant Eyes . Use promo code “catholicman” to get a 30-day free trial in protecting you and…
- [C.S. Lewis and the Screwtape Letters](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/screwtapeletters/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | RSS Check out David Bates podcast, Pints with Jack Want to receive a free Catholic Man Show glencairn glass while supporting us? Donate at least…
- [Rules of St. Benedict](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/rules-of-st-benedict/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | RSS Here’s more information about Clear Creek Abbey. Join us on Patreon: Extra content, great thank you gifts, exclusive access to Adam and David, private…
- [Requesting a favor](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/request/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | RSS Our annual Catholic radio fundraiser is coming up and we are hoping to put together a video montage of people who have found The…
- [The One Chip Challenge and Piety](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/piety/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | RSS This episode on piety is sponsored by Covenant Eyes . Use promo code “catholicman” to get a 30-day free trial in protecting you and…
- [Men in the Church](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/men-in-the-church/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | RSS Join us on Patreon: Extra content, great thank you gifts, exclusive access to Adam and David, private FB page, and much more. Joining Douglas…
- [Meatsmithery 101 with Brandon Sheard](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/meatsmith/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | RSS We sit down with Brandon Sheard, owner and operator of Farmstead Meatsmith , to talk about bacon, butchering, and smoking meat. Find his podcast…
- [The Virtue of Longanimity](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/longanimity/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | RSS This episode on longanimity is sponsored by Covenant Eyes . Use promo code “catholicman” to get a 30-day free trial in protecting you and…
- [Knowledge and Studiousness with Fr. Gregory Pine](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/frgregorypine/): Knowledge and Studiousness with Fr. Gregory Pine Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | RSS We sit down with Fr. Gregory Pine from Thomistic Institute. Join us on Patreon: Extra content, great…
- [Cycles of the Christian Life with Cy Kellett](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/cy-kellett/): Cycles of the Christian Life with Cy Kellett Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | RSS This episode on the cycles of the Christian life is sponsored by Covenant Eyes . Use…
- [Questions about Confession](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/confession/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | RSS This episode on confession is sponsored by Covenant Eyes . Use promo code “catholicman” to get a 30-day free trial in protecting you and…
- [Catholic Answers - Friendship and Fatherhood](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/catholic-answers/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | RSS 22:43 – I am a recent empty nester and now I’m trying to reestablish a friendship with my beautiful wife. Any tips? 32:23 –…
- [Broken + Blessed by Fr. Josh Johnson](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/frjoshjohnson/): The sun is setting, the shadows are getting longer, and another day is almost in the books. Chores of the day are winding down, but on the back porch, the conversation is just beginning. Relationships are being built as discussion ensues and an occasional whiskey…
- [Why I Am Catholic (And You Should Be Too)](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/brandonvogt/): Conversion stories always seem interesting to me. A common thread I have noticed in most of the stories is people are searching for the truth. I wish I could say that my conversion and journey to the Catholic church was spurred by a deep quest…
- [Battle of Lepanto](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/battle-of-lepanto/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | RSS This episode on the battle of Lepanto is sponsored by Covenant Eyes . Use promo code “catholicman” to get a 30-day free trial in…
- [Audiobooks: What We Have Listened to in 2019](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/audiobooks/): Audiobooks are a great way to tackle the ever-growing reading list while on the go. Here is a list of books David and Adam have listened to this year. The classic adventure tale of a brave family who must come together to survive in their…
- [Interview: Aquinas 101 – The Thomistic Institute](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/aquinas101/): Aquinas 101 has generated a lot of buzz since its recent launch this summer. Over 12,000 people have signed up for the series of free courses. Fr. Gregory Pine was kind enough to talk with us ( via email) about some of our favorite topics:…
- [Steak, Scotch, and Cigars Event](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/steak-scotch-and-cigars-event/): Steak, Scotch, and Cigars in support of Oklahoma Catholic Radio Archbishop Paul Coakley has invited Adam Minihan and David Niles from The Catholic Man Show to come to Oklahoma City on Friday, October 2 nd for a Steak, Scotch and Cigar evening in support of…
- [A Priest's Homily on Miscarriage](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/miscarriage/): Fr. Brian O’Brien, Pastor of St. Francis Xavier in Stillwater, OK, holds a Mass for families who have lost children to miscarriages or early infant loss. Preaching on the Memorial of the Guardian Angels, Fr. Brian O’Brien spoke on the real pain of losing an…
- [Initiation of Young Men](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/initiation-of-young-men/): Initiation of Young Men – by Matt Cabeen Boyhood seems to be stretching on for longer and longer periods of time. We called the brave warriors from previous wars “men”, but they were no older than the 18-20-year-old modern “boys” going off to college or…
- [Book Review: The House of the Virgin Mary by Godfrey Phillips](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/houseofmary/): Book Review: The House of the Virgin Mary I have not sat down and developed a written bucket list, but I know at the top of that list would be a trip to Rome, but after reading this book I would have to likely add…
- [Book Review: Hauntings, Possessions, and Exorcisms by Adam Blai](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/hauntings/): Book Review: Hauntings, Possessions, and Exorcisms by Adam C. Blai I hope that it is not bad form to start a book review with a thank you, but I felt in my situation, the only honest way I could begin is to thank Mr. Blai…
- [Fish for Friday: How to Cook Salmon on the Grill](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/fish-for-friday-how-to-cook-salmon-on-the-grill/): Looking for a delightfully different way to enjoy salmon? Here’s a step-by-step guide that will help you yield delicious results. You won’t want to wait until your next fasting day to take advantage of this technique. If you can find it, try to purchase wild-caught…
- [Failure Is Not an Option – Gene Kranz](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/failure-is-not-an-option-gene-kranz/): More years ago, than it really seems, my wife and I found ourselves on a date night in Wichita watching Tom Hanks in Apollo 13 . I remember wondering throughout that movie who the mission control man was that Ed Harris portrayed. You know, the…
- [Amazing Grace by Eric Metaxas](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/eric-metaxas/): In the study of history, the year 1807 doesn’t stand out. But for hundreds of thousands of enslaved Africans, it was deeply meaningful. It was in 1807 that England banned the slave trade. This came about through the persistence, boldness, and Christian faith of William…
- [Engaging in Community Service while Social Distancing](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/communityservice/): During times of crisis, people need to rely on their faith and community more than ever. However, COVID-19 has shuttered churches and rendered resources challenging to find. Social distancing measures have caused separation, despite their necessity. Regardless of whether your faith demands acts of community…
- [Christmas Gift Ideas](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/christmas-gift/): Our best friend, Juan Posada, is the man when it comes to gift-giving. He is incredibly thoughtful and intentional when purchasing gifts. Unfortunately, gift-giving isn’t my love language and it can be difficult to even begin buying gifts. We are seeing our immediate and extended…
- [Book Review: The Great Heresies by Hilaire Belloc](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/bookreview20/): One of my weaknesses is historical reading (for a complete list of my inabilities and limitations just ask my teenage children). It is not that I don’t enjoy historical stories, but I find myself getting “bogged down” in details and dates such that I often…
- [Book Review: To Raise the Fallen](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/book-review-to-raise-the-fallen/): Are you looking for some motivation or inspiration? What words would you use to describe military life? Perhaps duty, honor, courage, and self-sacrifice come to mind or maybe early mornings, lack of sleep, and discipline enter your thoughts. A reader will find all of these…
- [Book Review: The Irony of Modern Catholic History](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/book-review-the-irony-of-modern-catholic-history/): I love George Weigel . From my seminary days when I read Witness to Hope: The Biography of Pope John Paul II to subsequent years reading The Cube and the Cathedral , Letters to a Young Catholic , and many others, Weigel always gets me…
- [Book Review: 'How God Hauled Me Kicking and Screaming into the Catholic Church'](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/book-review-how-god-hauled-me-kicking-and-screaming-into-the-catholic-church/): I think I have mentioned in prior reviews that I enjoy stories of conversion and when I see a book that has a foreword written by Scott Hahn how could I resist. A more important side note is that my wife read this book first…
- [Book Review: Autopsy of the Deceased Church by Thom Rainer](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/book-review-autopsy-of-the-deceased-church-by-thom-rainer/): When I was first ordained in 2007, I discovered a wonderful secular book that really helped me get organized. It was Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress Free Productivity by David Allen. Two years later, after being assigned as president of our diocesan high…
- [A look back at 2019 – Guests and Episodes](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/2019guests/): What a blessing 2019 has been for all of us here at The Catholic Man Show. The year has flown by, but it is nice to stop and reflect on the year and remember some of the wisdom our guests have shared with us here…
- [Tympanum at Clear Creek Monastery with George Carpenter](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/tympanum-at-clear-creek-monastery-with-george-carpenter/): Our Lady of Clear Creek Abbey is a Benedictine community belonging to the Solesmes Congregation. It was founded in 1999 from the Abbey of Our Lady of Fontgombault in France and is located in the diocese of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Having been erected as a simple…
- [Spiritual Warfare and the Discernment of Spirits](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/spiritualwarfare/): When I was in high school, I was a self-professed fast-food connoisseur. Our school had an open campus at lunch so we had roughly 35 minutes to leave campus, eat lunch, and return back to class on time. As a result, one quickly learned the…
- [Support Catholic Companies this Christmas](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/catholic-christmas-gifts/): Looking for Catholic Christmas Gifts? Wanting to support Catholic small businesses? This year has seen its challenges. Not only has it been difficult for our family and friends but it has also been difficult for small business owners. That’s why we have reached out to…
- [9 Courses on Aquinas’s 5 Ways with Karlo Broussard](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/karlo/): Karlo Broussard, Catholic Answers apologist and author of Purgatory is for Real , is teaming up with Adam and Dave all through the month of January to break open Thomas Aquinas’s Summa Theologica . Every week, we’re going to discuss Aquinas’s “5 Ways”, his famous…
- [We are giving away 2 sets of the Summa? Yes we are!](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/we-are-giving-away-2-sets-of-the-summa-yes-we-are/): That’s right! We are giving away 2 sets. Here’s how it works: Go to www.thecatholicmanshow.com/summa and enter to win. There are multiple ways for you to enter. The more entries, the better chance you have of winning! OR if you want better odds of winning………
- [Spiritual Direction from Dante: Avoiding the Inferno](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/spiritual-direction-from-dante-avoiding-the-inferno/): For years theologians, philosophers, and the laity have read and argued about the 14th-century epic poem, The Divine Comedy . In the first part of the poem, Italian writer, Dante Alighieri describes the journey the Hell, guided by the Roman poet Virgil. I highly recommend…
- [Fitness and Virtue – A Master Class with Pat Flynn](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/pat-flynn-course/): We’re hosting another patron-exclusive class with our friend Pat Flynn! A writer , entrepreneur , and “re-converted” Catholic, Pat focuses his efforts on helping others find happiness and wholeness through fitness, philosophy, and faith. Now he’s teaming up with The Catholic Man Show to talk…
- [Book Review: Life Is Worth Living](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/lifeisworthliving/): Imagine before the days of cable or satellite television and well before online streaming and a station called EWTN, standing to walk across your living room on a Tuesday evening, turning your television dial (that’s right no remote controls either), and coming across the image…
- [Book Review: Everyday Meditations](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/everyday_meditations/): Late last April our parish was blessed to open a perpetual Eucharistic Adoration chapel. I was able to be present as the final touches were being made just before the Archbishop arrived to give his blessing. Needless to say, it was quite a hectic pace;…
- [Catholic Wilderness Camp](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/catholic-wilderness-camp/): BRIDGER-TETON NATIONAL WILDERNESS—One hour south of Jackson Hole, Wyoming, white-capped mountains frame unbroken khaki-colored expanses of God-honest cowboy country. Sitting near Deadman’s Creek on the western bank of Willow Lake, the historic Lozier Box R Dude Ranch is a gateway to the Bridger-Teton National Wilderness.…
- [St. Philip Neri Catholic Comedy Festival](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/catholic-comedy-festival/): Over the past year or so, we’ve all been disconnected. Many of us have been glued to our phones and computers, focused on the sadness in the world. Well, it’s time to remember JOY! So, we are inviting you to come and be a part…
- [The Catholic Guide to Miracles: Separating the Authentic from the Counterfeit](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/bookreviewmiracles/): We call it a wash board where I live, and it is not something you use to wash clothes. No, we use wash board to describe the wear pattern in the gravel and dirt roads surrounding our home. Perhaps you are familiar with those types…
- [Book Review: Wins, Losses, and Lessons](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/book-review-wins-losses-and-lessons/): Living in Oklahoma I have to be careful not to say Lou Holtz’s name too loud as it often ruffles the feathers of our local college football fans, mainly from the ones rooting for the team from Norman. Despite this, I did actually suggest this…
- [Book Review: The Conservative Heart by Arthur Brooks](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/book-review-the-conservative-heart-by-arthur-brooks/): What qualities come to your mind when you think of a political conservative? You might think of someone that is financially responsible, sensible, and you may even think of someone who is just like you: a member of the working class. But chances are, if…
- [Book Review: Mary at the Crossroads of History](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/book-review-mary-at-the-crossroads-of-history/): Does anyone remember Y2K? For those of you much younger than I, have you ever heard the phrase Y2K? If not, take a minute and look it up, or better yet, ask a family member what they remember about the dawn of the new millennium.…
- [Book Review: Living Beyond Sunday – Making Your Home a Holy Place](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/book-review-living-beyond-sunday-making-your-home-a-holy-place/): In a crowded parking lot on college move-in day this past August, my life changed. Yes, the parking lot was cramped and loud with the hustle and bustle of people vying for parking spaces and navigating around other parked cars to move boxes into dormitory…
- [Book Review: Church of Spies The Pope’s Secret War Against Hitler](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/book-review-church-of-spies-the-popes-secret-war-against-hitler/): Have I mentioned that historical books are difficult for me to read as I tend to get hung up in dates, times, and places until oftentimes I lose my train of thought? Imagine then how surprised I was when I read this 250-page account, which…
- [Let us be Thinkers and Believers](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/apotemnophilia/): Here’s a new word for you: apotemnophilia. It is a psychological disorder, a body dysmorphic disorder. Think: anorexia, falsely experiencing being a fat person; or transgenderism, falsely experiencing being the opposite sex. For apotemnophilia, it is falsely experiencing being an amputee. This is a person…
- [The Catholic Man Show 2022 Christmas Gift Guide](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/2022-christmas-gift-guide/): Getting Christmas gifts can add unnecessary stress to a wonderful time of year. We have put together a Christmas Gift Guide to help not only check Christmas presents off the list, but will also support some great Catholic companies (most of these companies are Catholic,…
- [45 Christmas Gift Ideas for 2021](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/2021christmasgiftideas/): Looking for Catholic Christmas Gifts? Wanting to support Catholic small businesses? We wanted to compile a list of options for those who might be looking to get themselves or their spouse a gift while supporting Catholic businesses. Note: Not all these businesses are Catholic businesses.…
- [Why Virtue?](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/why-virtue/): Now that we have a working definition of virtue as a good habit, a habit being a stable disposition to act in a certain way, why is virtue so important in the moral life? After all, ideas about virtue and character may seem rather outdated.…
- [What is Virtue?](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/what-is-virtue/): We all pursue some excellence, whether bodily, intellectual, or moral. Or, if we succumb to the complacency and lethargy so characteristic of our age, we at least recognize these excellences in others. Consider the professional baseball player. One who has achieved excellence in baseball hits…
- [The War of the Antichrist with the Church and Christian Civilization](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/the-war-of-the-antichrist-with-the-church-and-christian-civilization/): The War of the Antichrist with the Church and Christian Civilization by Monsignor George F. Dillon, DD Catholics have always known that Satan wages a constant war against the Church. But the past three centuries have witnessed a far more radical onslaught than ever before,…
- [The Spirit of Watchfulness](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/the-spirit-of-watchfulness/): This article was originally published by The Alcuin Institute for Catholic Culture Have you ever experienced an intrusive thought, seemingly out of nowhere, and embarrassingly realized how evil it was? Or, after clenching your fists and grinding your teeth for five minutes, have you realized…
- [The LOOP](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/the-loop/): We all know that David hates emails. He hates almost everything about them. BUT… There is one email David looks forward to every day and has for several years. The Loop is a FREE daily news feed and Catholic media source in one email. Looking…
- [The Liturgy of the Land: Cultivating a Catholic Homestead](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/the-liturgy-of-the-land-cultivating-a-catholic-homestead/): Jason Craig and Thomas Van Horn harmoniously lay out theological, philosophical, and practical wisdom for Catholic families in their new book, published by Tan Books , entitled: The Liturgy of the Land : Cultivating a Catholic Homestead. The first part of the book provides a…
- [Moral Virtues](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/moral_virtues/): Last time, we discussed the so-called intellectual virtues , those habits that perfect the speculative intellect (understanding, knowledge, and wisdom), and those that perfect the practical intellect (art and prudence). It makes sense that we need such virtues, since the intellect is manifestly of supreme…
- [Intellectual Virtues](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/intellectual-virtues/): We saw last time that St. Thomas divides virtues into intellectual and moral. He does this because human beings have two principles of action: the intellect and the appetite. Let’s start with the intellectual virtues. The intellect is that which is highest in man. It…
- [Cardinal Virtues](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/cardinal-virtues/): The moral virtues were the subject of our last post. If intellectual virtues perfect the intellect, the moral virtues perfect the appetite, whether rational or sensitive. The passions or emotions are real elements in the moral life, not to be degraded or rejected but integrated…
- [Book Review: The Apostasy that Wasn't – The Extraordinary Story of the Unbreakable Early Church](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/book-review-the-apostasy-that-wasnt-the-extraordinary-story-of-the-unbreakable-early-church/): The Apostasy That Wasn’t: The Extraordinary Story of the Unbreakable Early Church Are you looking to dive into the history of the early church? Do you enjoy books that are written like you are sitting around a campfire listening to a riveting story full of…
- [Book Review: St. John's Gospel Study Guide and Commentary](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/book-review-st-johns-gospel-study-guide-and-commentary/): For over four years I have been part of a men’s group that meets once a month to discuss a variety of Catholic topics. When the group originally formed, we were reading books to inspire men to grow in their Catholic faith and live the…
- [Book Review: Pilgrimage to the Museum Man’s Search for God through Art and Time](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/book-review-pilgrimage-to-the-museum-mans-search-for-god-through-art-and-time/): In my office, many topics of conversation occur daily. Recently, with summertime upon us, many people have been talking about their summer travel plans with eager anticipation. If you are one of those traveling this summer and your travel includes a trip to New York…
- [Book Review: Four Witnesses: The Early Church in Her Own Words](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/book-review-four-witnesses/): History has always been a struggle for me. Don’t misunderstand me; I enjoy learning about history, and I love great storytellers, but somehow I have a hard time remembering history well. I get about 75% of the story, but I tend to forget or misunderstand…
- [Book Review: 12 Rules for Manliness Where Have all the Cowboys Gone?](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/book-review-12-rules-for-manliness-where-have-all-the-cowboys-gone/): Author: Bear Woznick | Publisher: Sophia Institute Press The new year is a month old now and perhaps all of us have made, or are refining, our resolutions. Maybe you are working your way through Exodus 90 with some of your brothers, maybe you have…
- [Angelic Virtues and Demonic Vices](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/angelic-virtues-and-demonic-vices/): Are we truly striving for heaven or merely avoiding hell? The human heart’s greatest longing is to see God as He is. And yet, many people simply want to escape hell’s pain, or even worse, they follow our disordered fallen nature in choosing sinful pleasures.…
- [A Book for All Men – Confessions](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/a-book-for-all-men-confessions/): The Confessions is one continued and coherent prayer, a profound profession of faith, and a plea for more, ever more wisdom, ever more love. It is artistic in its whole conception, in its parts and their arrangement down to the merest sentence. It is closer…
- [4 ways to Escape the State of Lukewarmness](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/4-ways-to-escape-the-state-of-lukewarmness/): “So, because you are lukewarm, neither hot nor cold, I will spit you out of my mouth.” Revelation 3:16 Many men fall into the trap of being apathetic to their vocation. They have grown complacent in their state in life and repeatedly delay in responding…
- [70 Gift Ideas – 2023 Christmas Gift Guide](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/2023-christmas-gift-guide-2/): Getting Christmas gifts can add unnecessary stress to a wonderful time of year. We have put together a Christmas Gift Guide to help not only check Christmas presents off the list, but will also support some great Catholic companies (most of these companies are Catholic,…
- [Why The Catholic Man Show Exists — And Why Tulsa Needs St. Michael Catholic Radio More Than Ever](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/why-the-catholic-man-show-exists-and-why-tulsa-needs-st-michael-catholic-radio-more-than-ever/): If you’ve ever tuned into The Catholic Man Show , laughed at one of our stories, or joined us for a glass of on-air whiskey and a good conversation about virtue, you may not know the whole story behind how this show began. The Catholic…
- [Liturgy of the Land Conference](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/liturgy-of-the-land-conference/): Join The Catholic Man Show and their wives for two days of discussion, discernment, and community with a phenomenal lineup of experienced homesteaders, famers, and craftsmen. Get your reservations here. In an age where environmental stewardship has become imperative, the Liturgy of the Land Conference…
- [A Daily Prayer Companion for the Man Who Wants to Put Down His Phone](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/daily-prayer-companion/): Alto gives Catholics a tangible place to begin daily prayer, with the readings, prayers, and reflections laid out in one monthly book.
- [How to Build a Daily Prayer Habit Without Overcomplicating It](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/how-to-build-a-daily-prayer-habit-2/): A lasting prayer habit rarely begins with a heroic plan. Alto offers a clear, tangible place to begin with the Church each day.
- [A Prayerful Way to Enter November and Remember the Faithful Departed](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/november-catholic-prayer-for-the-dead/): ings, prayers, reflections, and a monthly rhythm for the season. Excerpt: November is a month for remembrance and hope. Alto provides a printed daily prayer companion for Catholics entering the season with intention.
- [A Printed Advent Prayer Companion for the Whole Season](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/printed-advent-prayer-companion/): Alto’s December issue carries prayer from the first Sunday of Advent through December 31, including printed adaptations of Fr. Mike Schmitz’s Advent reflections.
- [A Catholic Gift That Encourages Daily Prayer After the Holidays](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/catholic-gift-for-daily-prayer/): Alto is a gift idea for the Catholic who wants a more accessible daily rhythm of prayer, without promising a particular delivery date or edition.
- [The Great Silence: What Monks Do at Night and How a Family Can Copy It](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/great-silence-at-home/): At Clear Creek the Great Silence lasts about twelve hours. One of our households borrowed the idea, with plenty of shushing along the way.
- [The Good Result You Cannot Buy by Doing Wrong](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/do-the-ends-justify-the-means/): When a shortcut promises to solve a real problem, the temptation is to judge it by the result. Father Bonaventure explains why the act itself still matters.
- [How to Guard Your Senses in a World Full of Billboards and Phones](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/guard-your-senses-spiritual-life/): One of the best questions in our interview came from one of us. How do we keep custody of our senses when we are constantly bombarded?
- [A Good Life Is Not Something You Manufacture](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/ethics-is-not-about-results/): Being a good man cannot be judged the way we judge a cake, a house, or an app. Ethics asks how a person acts and what those actions make of him.
- [Why God Speaks in Silence, and Why We Still Want an Email](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/why-god-speaks-in-silence/): We keep wishing God would just tell us what he wants. Father Bethel says he has spoken, and the Word is so large that our language runs out.
- [What a Painting Can Teach You About Paying Attention](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/how-beauty-teaches-us-to-pay-attention/): Father Bonaventure describes sitting before one painting long enough for it to change. The experience shows why beauty needs attention instead of quick analysis.
- [Silence Is More Than the Absence of Noise](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/what-is-spiritual-silence/): Turning off the radio only gets you so far. A monk at Clear Creek Abbey explains why real silence is built on purpose, one habit at a time.
- [From Silence to Silence: A Monk's Pilgrimage Map for Prayer](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/from-silence-to-silence-book/): Father Bethel of Clear Creek Abbey joined us at the campout to walk through his book, a four-stage pilgrimage from the noise inside us to the silence of God.
- [Start Small if You Want a Real Prayer Habit](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/how-to-build-a-daily-prayer-habit/): Big spiritual promises often collapse under their own weight. The better approach is modest, habitual prayer that becomes part of a man’s actual life.
- [Prayer Is Worth Wasting Time On](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/prayer-is-wasting-time-with-god/): Prayer can feel unproductive when nothing dramatic happens. Father Bonaventure offers a steadier view: time set aside for God is already meaningful because God is worth being with.
- [Hanging Your Hat on a Hook That Can't Bear the Weight](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/hope-in-the-wrong-things/): You Know the Moment
- [Mercy Is the Deeper Name of Love](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/mercy-and-love-in-st-faustina/): St Faustina's teaching becomes clearer when mercy is understood not as pity beside love, but as the deeper movement of love toward those who suffer and sin.
- [Why Men Need Female Mystics Too](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/men-need-female-mystics/): Father Bonaventure said something during this conversation that might sound unusual at first:
- [Why St Faustina Should Be a Doctor of the Church](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/why-st-faustina-should-be-doctor-of-church/): Father Bonaventure explains why St Faustina's Diary is more than a private devotion and why her teaching on mercy may deserve the Church's formal attention.
- [What Surprised Me Most About Raising Teenage Sons](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/raising-teenage-sons-fatherhood/): Raising teenage sons surprised Deacon Michael Halbrook in the best ways. Their receptivity, honest questions, and growing independence taught him that faithful presence matters more than having every answer.
- [Catholic Fasting Is Not Just Skipping Lunch: Self-Mastery, Prayer, and Love](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/catholic-fasting-self-mastery-love/): Fasting is not holy because hunger is miserable. It becomes Christian when self-denial is offered for love, joined to Christ, and used to train the body and elevate the mind.
- [Beneath a Scarlet Sky – TCMS Book Review](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/beneath-scarlet-sky-tcms-book-review/): Every once in a while you read a book that keeps you thinking for days. Beneath A Scarlet Sky is one of those books. Personally, I enjoy true stories and am naturally drawn to books that have action and follow a chronological order. This book…
- [3 ways to perfect your work as a Catholic businessman](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/3-ways-perfect-work-catholic-businessman/): As men, many of us spend a significant percentage of our waking hours at work. There can be a temptation for us to think of work as a “necessary evil” that keeps us away from the things in life that we really enjoy. As Catholic…
- [13 quotes from Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/13-quotes-archbishop-fulton-j-sheen/): Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen was a master communicator with an unforgettable voice and ability to communicate the message of Christianity to all peoples. He had a way of being very likable and welcoming to all, no matter what your beliefs were. ( Continue reading on…
- [TCMS Book Review – Breakthrough A Journey From Desperation to Hope by Fr. Rob Galea](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/tcms-book-review-breakthrough-a-journey-from-desperation-to-hope-by-fr-rob-galea/): Our lives are often a battle for acceptance and answers and as a middle-aged father of four teenagers I see that reality daily. The world we live in today can be cruel, unforgiving and quite often misleading. Our children are under persistent assault from the…
- [Redneck Riviera, Noodlin, a Church Key, and Matt Nelson - Episode 115](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/redneck-riviera-noodlin-a-church-key-and-matt-nelson-episode-115/): Redneck Riviera, Noodlin, a Church Key, and Matt Nelson – Episode 115 This episode is brought to you by Adam’s awesome mother-in-law Shellie Kitchell Boutwell. Matt Nelson has a new book out, “Just Whatever: How to Help the Spiritually Indifferent Find Beliefs that Really Matter”…
- [Interview with Sam Guzman, The Catholic Gentleman – The Idea of a Village](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/interview-with-sam-guzman-the-catholic-gentleman-the-idea-of-a-village/): Recently we had the opportunity to speak with Sam Guzman from, The Catholic Gentlemen, about this weekend’s conference held at Clear Creek Abbey called, “The Idea of a Village Conference” TCMS: The Idea of a Village conference is this weekend, June 30th, 2018. Why is…
- [Hospitality at Church with Fr. Brian O'Brien - Episode 114](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/hospitality-at-church-with-fr-brian-obrien-episode-114/): Hospitality at Church with Fr. Brian O’Brien – Episode 114 Let’s be honest with ourselves, there is room for improvement when it comes to welcoming new members to the Church. Or better yet, have we shown hospitality to the family that has been sitting in…
- [Anger with Patrick Coffin - Episode 113](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/anger-with-patrick-coffin-episode-113/): Anger with Patrick Coffin – Episode 113 Do you struggle with anger? Is there such thing as righteous anger? Is your angry temperament just the way you are? Patrick Coffin , from Patrick Coffin Media (click here to join his new subscription group) , joins…
- [4 short exercises in honour of St. Joseph](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/4-short-exercises-in-honour-of-st-joseph/): In the 1600’s, an old French Jesuit priest was asked how to continue advancing towards spiritual perfection. His advice was to take as their model of humility Jesus Christ, as their model of purity the Blessed Virgin, and as their model of the interior life…
- [Why Catholics are not Fundamentalists - Episode 119](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/why-catholics-are-not-fundamentalists-episode-119/): Why Catholics are not Fundamentalists – Episode 119 Father Kelly Edwards is a Roman Catholic Priest in the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City and currently the associate pastor of St. Francis Xavier in Enid, OK. If this is your first time listening to The Catholic Man…
- [Where'd all this stuff come from? - Episode 117](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/whered-all-this-stuff-come-from-episode-117/): Where’d all this stuff come from? – Episode 117 We have a YouTube channel and we will be uploading new episodes there so make sure you subscribe! Each week the videos will be slightly better as we continue to learn the video software and its…
- [The Story Teller](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/the-story-teller/): A few months before I was born, my father met a stranger who was new to our small town. From the beginning, Daddy was fascinated with this enchanting newcomer and soon invited him to live with our family. The stranger was quickly accepted and was…
- [Sanctifying your drive - Episode 120](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/sanctifying-your-drive-episode-120/): Many of us spend 30-60 minutes in the car commuting to and from work every day. How do we spend it? Can we maximize the time to make it more efficient and productive? Adam and Dave talk about different things they do when driving to…
- [Michael Knowles: Soccer, whiskey, liturgy, and reverence - Episode 118](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/michael-knowles-soccer-whiskey-liturgy-and-reverence-episode-118/): Michael Knowles: Soccer, whiskey, liturgy, and reverence – Episode 118 Michael joins us to talk about soccer, politics, whiskey, glassware, liturgy, beauty, reverence and more. Make sure to check out his show on The Daily Wire . Subscribe to our YouTube channel to watch this…
- [Michael Knowles joins The Catholic Man Show](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/michael-knowles-joins-the-catholic-man-show/): This week we will be interviewing Michael Knowles from The Daily Wire . In 2017, Michael joined The Ben Shapiro Show and The Andrew Klavan Show lineup launching his own show . Michael is a rare outspoken Catholic in the Hollywood world, covering political topics…
- [First Dance with Mary Jane - Episode 116](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/first-dance-with-mary-jane-episode-116/): First Dance with Mary Jane – Episode 116 This episode is sponsored by our friend and Council of Man member, Neal Hubbard. Oklahoma just recently passed state question 788 allowing for medical marijuana legalization. It also will open the door for recreational use in the…
- [Book Review: Reform Yourself!](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/book-review-reform-yourself-how-to-pray-find-peace-and-grow-in-faith-with-the-saints-of-the-counter-reformation/): Reform Yourself! How to Pray, Find Peace, and Grow in Faith with the Saints of the Counter-Reformation by Shaun McAfee I have to admit at first glance I was a little intimidated by the title of this book and wondered if I would be able…
- [Virtue of Reverence](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/virtue-reverence/): Every good and holy gift is certainly given from above. There are many gifts and graces our Triune God dispenses upon His children but unfortunately not all gladly receive. In order that we may better ourselves, we must first take into account God’s constant promptings…
- [The Seminary with Fr. Michael Pratt - Episode 125](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/the-seminary-with-fr-michael-pratt-episode-125/): The Seminary with Fr. Michael Pratt – Episode 125 Fr. Michael Pratt is the Director of Vocations and Diocesan Delegate for Religious and Consecrated Life for the Diocese of Tulsa and Eastern Oklahoma . As of 2018, the Diocese of Tulsa and Eastern Oklahoma has…
- [The Domestic Church with Dr. Scott and Kimberly Hahn](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/the-domestic-church-with-dr-scott-and-kimberly-hahn/): Recently we had the opportunity to interview Dr. Scott and Kimberly Hahn at the 2018 Tulsa Catechetical Conference hosted by the Diocese of Tulsa and Eastern Oklahoma . According to the Second Vatican Council’s Dogmatic Constitution on the Church: “The family, is so to speak,…
- [The Domestic Church – Interview Series](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/the-domestic-church-interview-series/): Last week we published 3 interviews on the topic ‘The Domestic Church ’. According to the Second Vatican Council’s Dogmatic Constitution on the Church: “The family, is so to speak, the domestic church .” ( Lumen Gentium #11) This means that it is in the…
- [The Domestic Church (1 of 3): Sam Guzman](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/the-domestic-church-1-of-3-sam-guzman/): The Domestic Church (1 of 3): Sam Guzman This is the first of 3 interviews we will be releasing this week on the topic of “The Domestic Church ”. Our first interview is with Sam Guzman of The Catholic Gentleman . Check out these blogs…
- [Relationship with Jesus - Episode 124](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/relationship-with-jesus-episode-124/): Father Bryan Ketterer from TU Newman Center joins us this week. We sip on a delicious beer from Marshall’s brewing. This old ale aged in islay whisky barrels is called “10” commemorating the momentous occasion of their 10th anniversary. If this is your first time…
- [Vocal, Meditative, and Contemplative Prayer: What's the difference?](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/prayer/): “… pray, and never give up praying. If you pray, you will be certainly saved; if you do not pray, you will be certainly damned.” – St. Alphonsus De Liguori’s Conclusion to a Short Treatise on Prayer Masters of communication with God are those who…
- [Power of Silence - Episode 121](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/power-of-silence-episode-121/): Tonight we discuss “ The Power of Silence: Against the Dictatorship of Noise” by Cardinal Robert Sarah . In a time when technology penetrates our lives in so many ways and materialism exerts such a powerful influence over us, Cardinal Robert Sarah presents a bold…
- [Marriage and the Eucharist with John Martignoni - Episode 126](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/marriage-and-the-eucharist-with-john-martignoni-episode-126/): Marriage and the Eucharist with John Martignoni – Episode 126 We enjoyed hosting John Martignoni in stud-io this week! We talk about the parallels in the Eucharist and Marriage. Be sure to check out John’s website for all his talks. If this is your first…
- [Man Gear: Perks of a Reel Mower](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/man-gear-perks-of-a-reel-mower/): Personally, mowing the lawn has always been a chore for me. I mowed an acre growing up and hated pretty much everything about it. Most especially, I remember the amount of time the lawn mower was inoperable, causing all the fuss, tinkering, and buying gas.…
- [Looking at 'Them' from 'The Screwtape Letters'](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/looking-at-them-from-the-screwtape-letters/): The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis is a spiritual classic in its own right, though it has only been in publication since 1942. The book is written from the point of view of Screwtape, a demon who is giving advice to Wormwood, a “junior tempter”…
- [The Domestic Church (2 of 3): Hector Molina](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/hectormolina/): The Domestic Church (2 of 3): Hector Molina This is the second of 3 interviews we will be releasing this week on the topic of “The Domestic Church ”. Hector Molina is with Casting Nets Ministries and is an internationally renowned lay Catholic speaker and…
- [He Leadeth Me by Walter J. Ciszek, S.J. – TCMS Book Review](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/he-leadeth-me-by-walter-j-ciszek-s-j-tcms-book-review/): I first heard of this book while listening to extra content for the Council of Man. I am pretty confident that it was during the fireside interview with Michael Miley, but with humility on loan from David Niles, I could easily be wrong. It seems…
- [Friendship: What kind of friend are you?](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/friendship/): Not long ago, a student of mine asked me how I view my relationship with Jesus. Do I see Him as a king, a healer, a prophet, or one of many other names that we often attribute to Him? My prompt response at the time…
- [Fraternity and Spiritual Life](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/fraternity-and-spiritual-life/): In my last article , I offered 4 recommendations for winning the prayer battle. Maybe you’ve tried them, maybe they worked for a while, but for one reason or another you always eventually find yourself right back where you started. The struggle is real, and…
- [Spotted Cow, Catholic Woodworker, and Ember Days - Episode 127](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/emberdays/): Spotted Cow, Catholic Woodworker, and Ember Days – Episode 127 Jonathan Conrad, The Catholic Woodworker, joins us in the second segment to talk about TCMS rosary . If this is your first time listening to The Catholic Man Show, we do 3 things every episode:…
- [The Domestic Church (3 of 3): Dr. Scott and Kimberly Hahn](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/drscottandkimberlyhahn/): The Domestic Church (3 of 3): Dr. Scott and Kimberly Hahn Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Stitcher | RSS This interview with Dr. Scott and Kimberly Hahn is the third of 3 interviews we will…
- [Distraction in Prayer (and the episode) - Episode 122](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/distraction-in-prayer-and-the-episode-episode-122/): Distraction in Prayer (and the episode) – Episode 122 We had a few hiccups on this show. New equipment. New producer. Trying Facebook Live. Perfect storm. We should have it down moving forward – appreciate your patience. This whole episode is based off a book…
- [Dignity of Fatherhood - Episode 123](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/dignity-of-fatherhood-episode-123/): Pope Benedict XVI stated in his general audience on August 19th, 2009: “The saints are true interpreters of Sacred Scripture. In the experience of their lives the saints have verified the truth of the Gospel; thus they introduce us into a knowledge and understanding of…
- [Special Edition with Chris Stefanick](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/chris-stefanick/): Chris Stefanick is the founder of Real Life Catholic , a nonprofit organization dedicated to reengaging a generation. He speaks to over 50,000 people a year and is the author of many books and resources, including Chosen: Your Journey Toward Confirmation . Chris is also…
- [Building Virtue and a 500lb Deadlift.](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/building-virtue-and-a-500lb-deadlift/): “Everybody Wants to go to Heaven, But Nobody Wants to Die” – Albert King If you’re reading this, the above quote probably applies to you. If there’s a heaven (there is) everyone wants to go there. No one wants to die for it though. Everyone…
- [Prayer is a battle: 4 quick tips to help your prayer life](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/prayer-is-a-battle-4-quick-tips-to-help-your-prayer-life/): Prayer is a battle. The Catechism makes this clear: …The great figures of prayer of the Old Covenant before Christ, as well as the Mother of God, the saints, and he himself, all teach us this: prayer is a battle. Against whom? Against ourselves and…
- [A Shepherd in Combat Boots – TCMS Book Review](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/a-shepherd-in-combat-boots-tcms-book-review/): I am not sure when I first heard of Pilsen, KS, but it was likely during a game of triple solitaire with my wife and her grandmother here in Oklahoma. My wife’s grandmother had relatives in Pilsen, KS, and would tell us about her travels…
- [7 Steps to bring the Liturgical Life Home](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/7-steps-to-bring-the-liturgical-life-home/): It is vital we do all that we can to sanctify our homes and families we have been given charge over. What many family men do not understand is that a great responsibility has been placed directly on their shoulders. You see, the home is…
- [The Catholic Paradox of a 'Normal Saint'](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/the-catholic-paradox-of-a-normal-saint/): The Catholic Church loves paradoxes. The source and summit of the faith, the ultimate paradox of the Eucharist, can be summed up well in this: “What wonderful majesty! What stupendous condescension! O sublime humility! That the Lord of the whole universe, God and the Son…
- [TCMS Book Review: Navigating Early by Clare Vanderpool](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/tcms-book-review-navigating-early-by-clare-vanderpool/): In recent years I have heard Steve Ray recall fondly how his father would read books to him each night. In addition, last year I remember Raymond Arroyo talking about his books and the importance of engaging children’s minds in stories that are not only…
- [A Servant Leader - Episode 130](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/servant-leader/): Includes his wife in envisioning the future. Is willing to say “I’m sorry” and “Forgive me” to his family. Discusses household responsibilities with his wife and makes sure they are fairly distributed. Seeks consultation with his wife on all major financial decisions. Follows through with…
- [{Post Category:833}: Intro to Josh](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/post-category833-intro-to-josh/): Hey guys, my name is Josh Chatfield. I’m 22 years old and I just recently started my career as an infantry officer in the Army. I’m a cradle Catholic with a wonderful mother and a father who raised me to be a good Catholic man.…
- [Magnanimous men strive for the highest glory - Episode 128](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/magnanimity/): Magnanimous men strive for the highest glory – Episode 128 Magnanimous men don’t allow themselves to become concerned with everything that comes along, but rather only with great things that are suitable for him. A magnanimous man strives to that which is worthy of the…
- [German Volume Training](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/german-volume-training/): I am the first person who wishes for a quick fix. If I can honestly speak, I would say that crying babies are at the top of my list, closely followed by a quick fix for stubborn stomach fat. And yet, in my previous blog…
- [The Art of Manliness with Brett McKay](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/artofmanliness/): The Art of Manliness with Brett McKay Brett McKay founded the Art of Manliness in 2008 and has grown it into the largest independent men’s interest magazine on the web. Here are a few examples of Brett’s work : If you haven’t listened to The…
- [Literature and Moral Imagination - Episode 129](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/andrewpudewa/): Literature and Moral Imagination – Episode 129 About our guest, Andrew Pudewa . Click Here . A list of books for boys and children who would rather build forts all day. Learn more about the Institute of Excellence and Writing: If this is your first…
- [Word on Fire - Episode 131](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/word-on-fire/): If this is your first time listening to The Catholic Man Show, we do 3 things every episode: 1.) Open, review, and enjoy a man beverage – Minutes 1-12. 2.) Highlight a man gear – Minutes 12-24. 3.) Have a manly conversation – Minutes 24-48.…
- [The Virtue of Magnificence - Episode 134](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/the-virtue-of-magnificence-episode-134/): The Virtue of Magnificence – Episode 134 If you want to support The Catholic Man Show, receive a free TCMS glencairn glass, and get connected with men from all around the world then sign up to become a Council of Man member . If you…
- [The Liturgy Guys - Episode 135](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/the-liturgy-guys/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Stitcher | RSS We went a different route this week with Jesse Weiler and Denis McNamara from The Liturgical Institute . Adam and David had so many questions, we decided…
- [Dr. Taylor Marshall discusses Socialism - Episode 137](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/socialism/): Dr. Taylor Marshall discusses Socialism – Episode 137 Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Stitcher | RSS Support Dr. Taylor Marshall by becoming a Patron via Patreon at: https://www.patreon.com/drtaylormarshall If you want to support The Catholic…
- [Benedictine Beer and Relics - Episode 136](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/relics/): Benedictine Beer and Relics – Episode 136 What are relics? What are the degrees of relics? Why do they matter? All this is answered (by Fr. Donovan) in this week’s episode! If you want to support The Catholic Man Show, receive a free TCMS glencairn…
- [Karlo Broussard talks philosophy - Episode 133](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/philosophy/): Karlo Broussard talks philosophy – Episode 133 Karlo Broussard, a native of Crowley, Louisiana, left a promising musical career to devote himself full-time to the work of Catholic apologetics. For more than a decade he has traveled the country teaching apologetics, biblical studies, theology, and…
- [Peace with Broken Arrow Brewing Co - Episode 141 -](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/peace/): Peace with Broken Arrow Brewing Co – Episode 141 Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Stitcher | RSS Thank you to St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Broken Arrow for inviting us to record for their “Theology…
- [Hot Sauce and Movies - Episode 144](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/movies/): Hot Sauce and Movies – Episode 144 Andrew Pudewa is the director of the Institute for Excellence in Writing and a father of seven. Traveling and speaking around the world, he addresses issues related to teaching, writing, thinking, spelling, and music with clarity, insight, practical…
- [Identifying our root sins - Episode 146](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/identifying-our-root-sins-episode-145/): Identifying our root sins – Episode 146 We are giving away special gifts to patreon supporters this month only. Be sure to sign up. Any tier is entered to win the gifts. THE CATHOLIC MAN SHOW PATREON PAGE Some of the resources we used for…
- [Endurance and Aggression - Episode 140](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/fortitude/): Shoutout to 1907 for letting us try 1907 beerskey. We discuss what St. Thomas Aquinas says about fortitude. Here’s what St. Thomas Aquinas says about the 2 acts of fortitude: Whereas fortitude , as stated above ( Article 6 ), has two acts, namely endurance…
- [Book Review: Eucharistic Meditations from St. John Vianney](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/eucharistic-meditations/): About a year ago I was struggling to keep my focus during adoration and honestly that is something I continue to battle; however, thanks to fellow Council of Man member Mike Hans I have been able to use this book he recommended to help me…
- [The Eucharist - Episode 142](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/eucharist/): We threw out the format in this episode! No drink. No gear. Just sitting around the table with friends and talking about the most important topics in our faith. We want to thank Thomas and his family for being our guest on not only this…
- [CourageRC with Fr. Philip Bochanski - Episode 145](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/courage/): CourageRC with Fr. Philip Bochanski – Episode 145 Some great resources discussed in the episode: Letter to the Bishops of the Catholic Church on the Pastoral Care of Homosexual Persons Daniel Mattson – “Why I Don’t Call Myself Gay”. Follow him on Twitter . Great…
- [Benedictine Monks at Clear Creek Monastery - Episode 132](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/clearcreek/): Benedictine Monks at Clear Creek Monastery – Episode 132 Recorded Live – Sponsored by Broken Arrow Brewing Company Our Lady of Clear Creek Abbey is a Benedictine community belonging to the Solesmes Congregation. It was founded in 1999 from the Abbey of Our Lady of…
- [Wedding Feast of Cana](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/weddingfeastofcana/): This morning as I was reflecting on the story of the Wedding Feast of Cana, the second Luminous Mystery, 3 things struck me from Christ’ first miracle that helped me in search for a meaningful Advent spiritual exercise. First is the hopeless predicament of the…
- [Book Review: St. Francis of Assisi by G.K. Chesterton](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/stfrancisassisi/): Book Review: Saint Francis of Assisi by G.K. Chesterton Was your first encounter with St. Francis of Assisi like mine? That is, seeing a statue of an animal-loving monk in a garden or for sale at a home and garden store. Maybe he was depicted…
- [Prayer of a Christian Father for his Wife](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/prayersforwife/): I came across this beautiful prayer and wanted to share it with you. It’s perfect to pray on the Feast of the Holy Family. O God, who, next to me, has entrusted my children to my wife, hear my prayer for her. How great is…
- [Holy Strategies for the New Year](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/holystrategy/): As we move into this new year, we must make a precedent. This is not a mere “New Year’s Resolution” but rather a strategic and decisive plan to overcome the world, the spirit of this world, and yourself by weapons given to us by Holy…
- [Friendships of the Good](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/friendship-2/): Fellowship is often hard to find these days as it almost seems many are not willing to trust one another. This, of course, is a symptom of the age but even in these uncertain days, there is usually someone willing to share a pint with…
- [What Should I Get My Family for Christmas? A Guide for Catholic Men](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/christmas-2018/): There are some really good Christmas guides out there on what to get men for Christmas. The Catholic Gentleman always puts out a strong list. Dr. Taylor Marshall has a great Top 10 Christmas Gifts for Men as well. When it comes to shopping, I…
- [What do we know about angels? Episode 138](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/angels/): What do we know about angels? Episode 138 Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Stitcher | RSS What do we know about angels? Are they biblical? Is there a hierarchy? What are the 9 choirs? Do…
- [7 books for 2019](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/7-books-for-2019/): 2018 was a good year for crossing off books on my “to read list”. Today after Holy Mass, I began thinking of the books I wanted to read for 2019 and decided to make a list so I could keep the momentum going. Here are…
- [5 Philosophers Catholic Men Should Know - Episode 143](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/5philosophers/): 5 Philosophers Catholic Men Should Know – Episode 143 We threw out the format in this episode! No drink. No gear. Just sitting around the table with friends and talking about the most important topics in our faith. If you missed our episode last week…
- [Unplanned: Interview with Doug Johnson](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/unplanned/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | RSS The dram this week is Jura 10 year . A whisky only Jura could make, born of our island and still produced today in…
- [Trent Horn on Relativism](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/trent-horn-on-relativism/): Our drink this evening was prepared from fresh dairy cream and the finest aged Irish whiskey. Merging Ireland’s two great traditions of making quality dairy products and distilling spirits together is as natural as the Shannon River flowing through Ireland. Shannon TM Irish Cream Liqueur…
- [Spiritual Exercises from St. Ignatius](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/spiritual-exercises/): The dram this week is Courvoisier VSOP *** CORRECTION *** in the episode Adam says VSOP stands for ‘Very Special Open Pale’ which is incorrect. It actually stands for ‘Very Superior Old Pale’. Made in France- A skillfully crafted cognac that is a blend of…
- [Grill Guns and Incorruptible Saints](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/grill-guns-and-incorruptible-saints/): Fr. Donovan is a priest of the Diocese of Tulsa and Eastern Oklahoma . He is the pastor of Immaculate Conception Parish in Pawhuska, OK. You can watch an interview with Fr. Donovan on his beautiful parish here. Our man gear was one of our…
- [Dr. Ray on Disciplining Children - Episode 149](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/drray/): Dr. Ray on Disciplining Children – Episode 149 We are only able to do shows like this because of your support. Please consider becoming a PATREON supporter today! Dr. Ray Guarendi is a Catholic father of ten adopted children, a clinical psychologist, author, professional speaker,…
- [Complete My Joy: Bishop Thomas Olmsted](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/complete-my-joy/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | RSS While at the Catholic Men’s Fellowship of Phoenix Conference this past weekend, we were able to sit down with Bishop Olmsted to talk about…
- [Talking Discipline with 6-time World and Olympic Champion, John Smith - Episode 147](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/coach-john-smith/): Talking Discipline with 6-time World and Olympic Champion, John Smith – Episode 147 Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Stitcher | RSS We want to thank Fr. Brian O’Brien for helping us make this interview happen.…
- [Change of Plans: Casual Convo on Holiness - Episode 148](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/change-of-plans-casual-convo-on-holiness-episode-148/): Change of Plans: Casual Convo on Holiness – Episode 148 We originally planned to have John Sablan back on to re-record our episode. However, due to scheduling conflicts, he couldn’t be with us. So Adam and Dave had, probably a much needed, casual conversation on…
- [Catholic Culture with Fr. Jonathan Meyer](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/catholicculture/): Great meeting you Paul at the E6 Men’s Conference – thanks for the whiskey! We are only able to do shows like this because of your support. Please consider becoming a PATREON supporter today! Fr. Jonathan Meyer was very kind and invited to his rectory…
- [5 Effects of Venial Sin from St. Ignatius](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/venial-sin/): While he is in the flesh, man cannot help but have at least some light sins. But do not despise these sins which we call “light”: if you take them for light when you weigh them, tremble when you count them. A number of light…
- [Looking for a prayer to pray with your wife? Print this off and start praying.](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/looking-for-a-prayer-to-pray-with-your-wife-print-this-off-and-start-praying/): I have been praying this prayer with my wife every night for the last 3 years. It encompasses everything we would want to say to our Mother. I hope it brings as many spiritual benefits to your family as it has for me and my…
- [Book Review: "Bullies" by Ben Shapiro](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/book_review_shapiro/): “America’s founding ideology is the greatest single governing ideology in the history of mankind…” Would you ever say this phrase at a cocktail party? How about at the work water cooler? Doubtful. Do you know why? Perhaps it’s because you’ve been bullied into silence. In…
- [Book Review – Never Give In: The Extraordinary Character of Winston Churchill](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/book-review-never-give-in-the-extraordinary-character-of-winston-churchill/): Have you ever been bullied? Do you feel alone in a room full of people? Were your parents distant? Do you battle depression? Is managing money a struggle for you? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you have something in common…
- [Book Review: Delivered by Matt Fradd](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/book-review-delivered-by-matt-fradd/): Book Review: Delivered by Matt Fradd (foreward by Jason Evert ) Over twenty years ago, I was a wet-behind-the-ears physical therapist at my very first job, and at the time I had the pleasure of working with a holy man. This man spoke often of…
- [Baby Carriers and Natural Family Planning](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/baby-carriers-and-natural-family-planning/): Note: We did an episode on NFP as one of our first episodes . It might be good… it might not. No promises. Lol For the first time, we tried Highland Park 12 year . The entry level bottling from Scotland’s most northerly distillery, Highland…
- [8 Daughters of Lust](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/8-daughters-of-lust/): The dram this week is Muirhead’s Silver Seal 16 year old Highland Scotch . Fruity overtones of summer compote and rhubarb are the order of the day with the nose. Malt is first in line followed by some oak spice and creamy vanilla. The palate…
- [55 Meditations on the Crucifixion of Jesus](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/55-meditations-on-the-crucifixion-of-jesus/): Crucifixion was invented by the Persians in 300 BC, and perfected by the Romans in 100 BC. More reading from Dr. C. Truman Davis found here
- [Tim Staples on Mary our Mother](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/timstaples/): We sipped on a little homebrew from Southeast Oklahoma. We were told it was a Choc beer. There are several discussions of the origin and composition of choc beer, but the one that seems most realistic is that the name was first applied to an…
- [Understanding Suffering with Patrick Coffin](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/suffering/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Stitcher | RSS Mimosa and coffee. We recorded early in the morning and we thought we might get hate mail or people would sign us up for AA if we…
- [The Role of the Saints in the Renewal of the Church](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/role-of-saints/): The Role of the Saints in the Renewal of the Church This episode is sponsored by Covenant Eyes . Use promo code “catholicman” to get a 30-day free trial in protecting you and your family from the dangers of the internet. USE “CATHOLICMANSHOW” AS A…
- [The Purposeful Domicile with Dr. John Cuddeback](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/purposeful-domicile/): The Purposeful Domicile with Dr. John Cuddeback Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | RSS This episode is sponsored by Covenant Eyes . Use promo code “catholicman” to get a 30-day free…
- [Principle of the Integral Good](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/integralgood/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | RSS This episode is sponsored by Covenant Eyes . Use promo code “catholicman” to get a 30-day free trial in protecting you and your family…
- [Virtue of Hope with Fr. Philip Bochanski](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/hope/): Virtue of Hope with Fr. Philip Bochanski Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | RSS This episode on the virtue of hope is sponsored by Covenant Eyes . Use promo code “catholicman”…
- [Home Altars and Living the Virtuous Life](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/home-altars/): Home Altars and Living the Virtuous Life Since 2002, the Balvenie distillers have dedicated one week a year to distilling whisky with 100% peated barley, resulting in the Peat Week bottlings! This is the second release in the series – a 14 year old single…
- [The Gifts of the Holy Spirit during Holy Mass](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/giftsoftheholyspirit/): The Gifts of the Holy Spirit during Holy Mass The flagship release from Talisker is their 10-year-old single malt . Talisker 10 is bottled at an endearingly quirky 45.8% ABV (91.6 proof). Vital Stats: 45.8% ABV (91.6 proof), aged 10 years, 100% malted barley, available…
- [Cigar 101 with Ultimo Cigars](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/cigars/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Stitcher | RSS Every once in a while, we break away from our normal routine on The Catholic Man Show to have a conversation with someone we think is a…
- [The Catholic Gentleman](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/catholicgentleman/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Stitcher | RSS American Prairie™ Bourbon is named after the American Prairie Reserve, a group working to create the largest wildlife reserve in the lower 48 states. High West Distillery…
- [Ideas for Catholic Dads](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/catholic-dads/): Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Google Podcasts | Stitcher | RSS This episode on ideas for Catholic dads is sponsored by Covenant Eyes . Use promo code “catholicman” to get a 30-day free trial in…
- [Temperance Keeps our Pride in Check](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/temperance-checks-pride/): For those Consecrated through the Sacrament of Confirmation, we were told (or should have been told) that we would be imbued with supernatural gifts that would equip us for living out our lives as soldiers for Christ and the advancement of His Kingdom. Of the…
- [Need for Silence](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/need-for-silence/): In a world of noise we often find ourselves caught up within its hum. I’m not talking about the noisy clatter of car horns, people talking, or otherwise; no, I am talking about the “noise” of distraction. This world offers many things that can be…
- [National Pray for a Priest Day](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/national-pray-priest-day/): Being a Catholic priest has to be an incredibly tough, yet gratifying, job. A priest dedicates his entire life to caring for the sheep that Jesus entrusted to him, with the power of the Holy Spirit. He spends his time in service, catechizing, baptizing, healing,…
- [Holy Strategy](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/holy-strategy/): Today, we must make a precedent. Not tomorrow. Not next week. Not next month. But right now. This is not a mere “ New Year ’s Resolution” but rather a strategic and decisive plan to overcome the world, the spirit of this world, and yourself…
- [Father's Day Giveaway Winner and Upcoming Events!](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/fathers-day-giveaway-winner-upcoming-events/): Ryan Hinlo is the winner of the Father’s Day Giveaway! The Father’s Day Giveaway is curtesy of Council of Man member, Jim Finster. Ryan will receive a St. Joseph portrait from The Saints Project AND a Catholic Gentleman’s Rugged Rosary ! Ryan, please email us…
- [Divine Mercy Talk by Fr. Matt from Diocese of Tulsa](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/divine-mercy-talk-fr-matt-diocese-tulsa/): God’s Revelation of His Love and Mercy in the 20th Century (excerpt from the book Miracles of the Divine Mercy 2nd ed., reprinted with permission from author Mercy Lotillo Ascencio) The history of mankind told in the scriptures, in the Church’s Traditions and other holy…
- [Read the Bible on your phone? Get this app!](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/read-bible-phone-get-app/): (Update: After looking further into the app, I noticed it only has the King James Version and English Standard Version. So there are obvious books missing, nonetheless, it’s still a good resource. Perhaps they will add NAB or Douay Rheims in an upcoming update) I…
- [Prayer of Purity by St. Thomas Aquinas](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/purity/): It’s no secret that porn usage has increased drastically over the years. Things that are considered mainstream used to be blatantly considered porn. We also know not only is this a moral problem but studies have shown more porn use correlates with less grey matter…
- [Coming up this week – Bear Woznick](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/coming-week-bear-woznick/): This week Adam and David have a special guest on The Catholic Man Show. Bear Woznick is a World Campion surfer, certified Ninja Black Belt, cast member of Fox Fuel TV’s adventure show “Clean Break”, and the star of the new EWTN reality show “Long…
- [Catholic Leisure](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/catholic-leisure/): For whatever subject pertaining to our sanctification I consider, I always try to think of the Saints that went before us for guidance. For example, St. John Berchman was once with his fellow brothers in an appointed time just for leisure. St. John Berchman chose…
- [Adam and David on The Patrick Coffin Show](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/adam-david-patrick-coffin-show/): It’s no secret our culture is in turmoil. You can turn on the news or open a web browser and almost immediately see a news story that makes you cringe. Many people talk about how they want a better culture, yet few people are doing…
- [Be a Scripture Based Family](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/9214/): As soldiers of Christ, we have a duty to lead our family. Just as Adam was given authority over the world and his wife, so do we have God given authority over our family. Recognize I made the comparison of Adam and Eve to you…
- [Oklahoma Catholic Men's Conference](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/9146/): The 21st annual "In the Father's Footsteps" Oklahoma Catholic Men's Conference was a huge success! Over 1,000 men gathered in Norman, OK at the Embassy Suites Hotel on April 1st, 2017 for a Saturday full of authentic masculine Catholic fellowship. A tradition to be held…
- [Trent Horn, debating, and the Catechism](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/trent-horn-debating-catechism/): Why We’re Catholic is the groundbreaking new resource by apologist Trent Horn – that one, general book you can hand to anyone as a starting point for helping them find their way into, or back to, the practice of the Catholic Faith. Get it here.…
- [Transitions with the Crunch - Episode 68](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/transitions-crunch-episode-68/): Transitions with the Crunch – Episode 68 Ethan and Patrick from The Crunch Podcast join us to talk about the transitions from college life to work life. Follow them on twitter: @Bropostle @CatholicPat @thecrunchcast Transitioning from college life to work life can be tough. Adam,…
- [Talking Porn with Matt Fradd - Episode 71](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/talking-porn-matt-fradd-episode-71/): Talking Porn with Matt Fradd – Episode 71 Check out Matt’s Podcasts: Integrity Restored and Pints with Aquinas This episode of The Catholic Man Show was sponsored by a Council of Man member: Dr. Michael Malloy. Thank you for all of your support! The Porn…
- [Struggle with Confession? 10 steps to help](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/struggle-confession-10-steps-help/): The gift of the Sacrament of Confession is possibly the most underused gift our Lord gave to us. There are so many benefits of making frequent confessions – we have talked about it on our show before: Episode 29: Benefits of a frequent confession The…
- [Books that can assist when discerning a vocation](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/spiritual-books-can-assist-preparation-discernment/): There are more than 66,000 religious sisters, brothers, and priests in the United States. One of the most daunting tasks for a young adult is answering the call from God to live out your vocation. How do we hear God’s call? How do we know…
- [Scripture Based Family](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/scripture-based-family-catholic-man-show/): As soldiers of Christ, we have a duty to lead our family. Just as Adam was given authority over the world and his wife, so do we have God given authority over our family. Recognize I made the comparison of Adam and Eve to you…
- [Laphroaig and Honor - Episode 73](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/laphroaig-honor-episode-73/): This show is sponsored by friend and Council of Man member: Stephen Houle Honor is an after-thought, if even a thought, in today’s world. What is honor? What does it mean for a Catholic man? Adam and Dave sit down to discuss their thoughts on…
- [Faith, Family, and Work with Mario Lopez - Episode 72](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/faith-family-work-mario-lopez-episode-72/): Faith, Family, and Work with Mario Lopez – Episode 72 This week Mario Lopez will join us to talk about the upcoming fight , his tequila , and his faith, family, and work! The sponsors of this episode are friends and Council of Man members:…
- [Evangelizing the youths with Taylor Schroll - Episode 69](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/evangelizing-youths-taylor-schroll-episode-69/): Evangelizing the youths with Taylor Schroll – Episode 69 If you don’t follow Taylor – check him out at www.fortecatholic.com ! After a time of prayer and discernment, Taylor and his family decided to move to Bryan, Tx to join ABLAZE Ministries as missionaries. He…
- [Doug on Tap - Episode 70](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/doug-tap-episode-70/): Check out Doug’s website and follow him on Facebook . Doug, David, and Adam did a 4 beer review as well! We would love to hear your feedback! Email us at thecatholicmanshow@stmichaelradio.com. If you enjoy The Catholic Man Show and want to support us, we…
- [Dear Christians, does this sound familiar to you? [From an early church father]](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/dear-christians-sound-familiar-early-church-father/): “After the believer is baptized, and so incorporated or made one with us, we lead him to the congregation of the brethren, ad we call them, and then with great fervency pour out our souls in common prayers both for ourselves, for the person baptized,…
- [A Prayer to Mary](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/a-prayer-to-mary/): I recently built a prie-dieu for my wife and I in hopes of continuing to strengthen our prayer life. Each night my wife and I kneel down and pray this prayer together. It’s a beautiful prayer to bookend the day. Night is falling dear Mother,…
- [4 virtues of St. John the Baptist](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/4-virtues-can-learn-st-john-baptist/): What a huge role St. John the Baptist played in salvation history! He was a contemporary of Christ who was known for recognizing Christ in the womb, evangelizing, and baptizing Jesus — Come on… HE BAPTIZED JESUS! He was named in all for Gospels as…
- [4 Beer Reviews with Doug on Tap](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/4-beer-reviews-doug-tap/): This week Doug Johnson joins us on The Catholic Man Show to talk about beer, grilling and smoking, and being a stay at home dad. Doug is a blogger over at Doug on Tap as well as the husband of Abby Johnson , pro-life author…
- [3 Prayers for Catholic Dads](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/3-prayers-catholic-dads-need-pray/): Recently I heard a talk given by a priest in the Diocese of Tulsa on Catholic Masculinity and Fatherhood. I wish I recorded it because the talk was filled with great wisdom and practical advise. Once the priest was finished, I made my way through…
- [3 Easy Things Every Dad Should Be Doing](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/3-easy-things-every-dad/): Full disclaimer, I am a “new dad”. I don’t have 5, 10, or 15 years of experience under my belt. I have 4 children, a 3 year old son Luke, a 1.5 year old son Jude, one baby in heaven, and one baby on the…
- [Tomics and Initiative - Episode 74](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/tomics-initiative-episode-74/): Being a Catholic business owner isn’t easy – Matt Martinusen, author of “ The Ultimate Catholic Comic Book ” sits down with us to talk about what it takes and what initiative looks like for a Catholic Man. If you haven’t listened to The Catholic…
- [To be living in the now](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/to-be-living-in-the-now/): What IS virtue? What is it that binds us to itself that we should be mindful of fulfilling within ourselves, called virtues? To begin, Aristotle defined virtue as “that which makes both a person and what he does good.” This, in a basic sense, is…
- [Be specific - Episode 76](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/specific-episode-76/): This episode is sponsored by our friends at Swole.Catholic ! About our man drink: East Coast Transplant is a throwback to our roots and a celebration of our migration to Colorado. We abide by the saying “I’m not a native, but I got here as…
- [Preparing for the Islays](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/preparing-for-the-islays/): Human life is tragic. And while there are, without question, a great many evils we would all wish away in a heartbeat if only we could, to wish away all of them would be to wish away much of what gives our existence depth and…
- [Order in the Clear Creek Abbey - Episode 78](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/order-clear-creek-abbey-episode-78/): Order in the Clear Creek Abbey – Episode 78 This week we recorded our episode at the Clear Creek Abbey with 30 of our closest friends. We had people from all over the country join us camping for 4 days and 3 nights. We prayed…
- [Natural and Supernatural Virtue - Episode 77](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/natural-supernatural-virtue-episode-77/): Natural and Supernatural Virtue – Episode 77 This episode is sponsored by Cleveland Whiskey! Thank you Mr. Conley! Short and sweet because we are heading out to go camping!! If you haven’t listened to The Catholic Man Show before, check out our previous episodes here…
- [Mortification - Episode 75](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/mortification-episode-75/): This episode is sponsored by our friend and Council of Man member, Andrew DeJoseph. Our topic is on mortification – we wanted to pick an uplifting topic but this is what we ended up with (sorry lol) The name of this wine is rooted in…
- [Fear is not in charity](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/fear-not-charity/): “Fear is not in charity: but perfect charity casteth out fear, because fear hath pain. And he that feareth, is not perfected in charity.” – Douay-Rheims Bible Now, this is not to say that fear has no place in a man but in what light…
- [Epiphany Blessing](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/epiphany-blessing/): A collection of prayers and blessings from the official “ Book of Blessings ” of the Latin Rite, selected for use in the home. It is the perfect resource for parents and children to explore the rich treasury of the Catholic tradition of prayer. This…
- [Ephesians 5 and the Sacrament of Marriage](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/ephesians-5-sacrament-marriage/): You do not need to be told that there is enough just outside your door that seeks to bring all true love to ruin. So why on earth would you bring about it into your home marriage? Hear me men, there is a sacred and…
- [Curiosity a Vice? - Episode 79](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/curiosity-vice-episode-79/): A lot of firsts this week, something we like to do, one being Tequila! Adam talks about going on his first hunting trip and we briefly get to our man gear – the straight edge. Our topic is curiosity, based on how St. Thomas refers…
- [Courtship – have you prayed on behalf of your vocation in life?](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/courtship-prayed-behalf-vocation-life/): Sir, have you prayed on behalf of your vocation in life? Have you abandoned your future to Christ’s designs for you? Are you willing to accept WHATEVER God pleases to give you for the sake of salvation? If you have not done as much, you…
- [Being a gentleman](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/being-a-gentleman/): Here are some of the bare essentials of being a gentleman that Adam and David highlighted. Most have moved away from formal hats and have gravitated to ball caps. Regardless of the type of hat, a gentleman should remember when to remove it: When indoors…
- [Beginners Guide to Scotch Whisky](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/beginners-guide-scotch-whisky/): Disclaimer: Alcohol should be consumed in moderation, which looks different for everyone. We do not give glory to God by abusing it or consuming it underage. Please exercise the virtue of temperance. One thing that stands out for first-time listeners of The Catholic Man Show…
- [7 Steps To Forming a Catholic Men’s Group](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/9618/): “Iron is sharpened by iron; one person sharpens another.” * ~Proverbs 27:17 We approached our buddy Ken Henderson a few years ago with the idea to form a group to help men grow in faith, a Catholic men’s fellowship. It was also around this time…
- [9 benefits of frequent confession](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/9-benefits-frequent-confession/): Pope Pius XII defended the practice of frequent Confession – even of venial sins. By it, self-knowledge is increased, Christian humility grows, bad habits are corrected, spiritual neglect and tepidity are resisted, the conscience is purified, the will is strengthened, a salutary self-control is attained,…
- [6 things Catholic men need to stop doing](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/6-things-catholic-men-need-stop/): This is by no means a comprehensive list. In fact, we could make this a 1 bullet point list and be done: 1.) Stop sinning. But that would be an extremely short blog so we decided, after a long personal reflection, to compile a list…
- [5 Virtues of Chivalry](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/5-virtues-chivalry/): “Chivalry never died. The gentlemen in most did. Being male is matter of birth. Being a man is a matter of age. Being a gentleman is a matter of choice” – unknown How are we going to move forward as men and grow in holiness…
- [The World Needs Mary - Episode 87](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/world-needs-mary-episode-87/): The World Needs Mary – Episode 87 If this is your first time listening to The Catholic Man Show, we do 3 things every episode: 1.) Open, review, and enjoy a man beverage – Minutes 1-12. 2.) Highlight a man gear – Minutes 12-24. 3.)…
- [WhiskyCast: Whisky 101 with Mark Gillespie - Special Edition Episode 85](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/whiskycast-whiskey-101-mark-gillespie-special-edition-episode-85/): WhiskyCast: Whisky 101 with Mark Gillespie – Special Edition Episode 85 Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Stitcher | RSS *Note: The Catholic Man Show always promotes drinking in moderation, which looks different for every individual.…
- [What to wear to Mass](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/what-to-wear-to-mass/): This post was written by a guest blogger and Council of Man member, Rich Lamm . You can find his work at his blog . Years ago when I was a bachelor, I used to think that jeans and a T-shirt were appropriate for wearing…
- [The Vocation of Kingship - Episode 88](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/vocation-kingship-episode-88/): The Vocation of Kingship – Episode 88 This episode is sponsored by a friend and Council of Man member, Andrew DeJoseph . If this is your first time listening to The Catholic Man Show, we do 3 things every episode: 1.) Open, review, and enjoy…
- [Reflection on St. Joseph - Episode 89](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/reflection-st-joseph-episode-89/): Reflection on St. Joseph – Episode 89 This episode is sponsored by a friend and Council of Man member, Juan Posada. If this is your first time listening to The Catholic Man Show, we do 3 things every episode: 1.) Open, review, and enjoy a…
- [Are we really courageous? - Episode 82](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/really-courageous-episode-82/): Are we really courageous? – Episode 82 This episode is sponsored by Fr. Stuart Crevcoure ! Thank you for bringing a bottle of Jameson across the pond for us to enjoy! If this is your first time listening to The Catholic Man Show, we do…
- [Raising a Daughter with Dignity](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/raising-daughter-dignity/): It can be very difficult to raise children in this day and age. I am certain that all fathers have said such as thing in every age since the first dawned upon man. This is certainly so as in each age, there was always a…
- [Pilgrimage with Fr. Sean Donovan - Episode 86](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/pilgrimage-fr-sean-donovan-episode-86/): Pilgrimage with Fr. Sean Donovan – Episode 86 This episode is sponsored by a friend and Council of Man member, Thomas Fisher! Thank you Thomas – another first for The Catholic Man Show – Brandy If this is your first time listening to The Catholic…
- [Patiently waiting at the Beef Jerky Outlet - Episode 84](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/patiently-waiting-beef-jerky-outlet-episode-84/): Patiently waiting at the Beef Jerky Outlet – Episode 84 This episode is sponsored by The Beef Jerky Outlet . Thank you guys for having us out to your store! If this is your first time listening to The Catholic Man Show, we do 3…
- [Modesty Proper](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/modesty-proper/): We may be deceived, especially in our day and age, to believe this present world has all but forfeited modesty. And why shouldn’t we believe this? It seems almost every time we turn on our televisions we are bombarded with lustful entertainment or saturated with…
- [Is the liturgical year informing your life? - Episode 83](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/liturgical-year-informing-life-episode-83/): Is the liturgical year informing your life? – Episode 83 This episode is sponsored by seminarian Peter Puleo . If this is your first time listening to The Catholic Man Show, we do 3 things every episode: 1.) Open, review, and enjoy a man beverage…
- [A Letter to Fathers – Like Father, Like Son](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/letter-fathers-like-father-like-son/): You must know by now, since you are a father, that you are being watched by your sons. And it is your sons who look up to you for assurance, guidance, and most of all…truth. It goes without saying that you must love your sons…
- [Lead us not into temptation](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/lead-us-not-temptation-gift-foresight/): When we pray the most divine prayer, that is, the Our Father, we must take a close look at each word. For Our Lord Jesus Christ actually composed this prayer! Think of that, of all the things you have heard or read that Jesus said…
- [Importance of Devotions](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/importance-of-devotions/): For all who seek to purge themselves of sin and truly live – let him first deny himself, pick up his cross, and follow Jesus Christ daily. Gentlemen, it must first and foremost be our goal to become saints. Not to become a doctor, a…
- [Importance of friends - Episode 80](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/importance-friends-episode-80/): This episode is sponsored by John Culver. Check out his blog at Livingjunglegym.com . What is a friend? “Virtue must be given up for the sake of a friend.” – St. Ambrose Men crave Duty. A cause to defend. A cross to bear. A family…
- [The Holy Eucharist: Just a Symbol?](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/holy-eucharist-just-symbol/): If we men practice our Catholic faith as directed by Our Lord Jesus Christ, then it is certain that we will be misunderstood by many and at odds with the rest. In fact, it seems that there is hardly a Doctrine or Dogma of the…
- [Catholic History with Steve Weidenkopf - Episode 81](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/catholic-history-steve-weidenkopf-episode-81/): Catholic History with Steve Weidenkopf – Episode 81 This episode is sponsored by Adam’s Mother-in-law, Shellie Kitchell Boutwell. If this is your first time listening to The Catholic Man Show, we do 3 things every episode: 1.) Open, review, and enjoy a man beverage –…
- [Word made flesh](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/word-made-flesh/): How are we not in awe of what God has done for us? We are in the season of preparation, of watching, and hopeful anticipation – namely, Advent. We are reminded of not only Christ’s birth but also His impending Second Coming where all shall…
- [Waiting for Christ](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/waiting-for-christ/): As Roman Catholics, pressing on in our lives to uphold what was passed down from Jesus Christ Himself, we often must endure life and it’s many trials. But it is not patience that we employ but rather longanimity; for patience is far more to do…
- [Be a Joyful Man](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/be-a-joyful-man/): Want happiness? Eat bacon! But that which abides in man and gives him fulfilling purpose is not happiness as it is very fleeting. Brothers, it is joy that we should attempt to obtain while we live. As a father, my children give me joy and…
- [5 ways to develop the virtue of magnanimity](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/9877/): Each and every one of us are called by Almighty God to be holy. We are called to be saints. To reach such sublime heights, one can say that we are called to be great. This greatness is what is referred to as the virtue…
- [Man Caves, Traditions, and Conferences with Patrick Coffin - Episode 90](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/man-caves-traditions-conferences-patrick-coffin-episode-90/): Man Caves, Traditions, and Conferences with Patrick Coffin – Episode 90 This week we welcome, Patrick Coffin , www.patrickcoffin.media , to the show. If this is your first time listening to The Catholic Man Show, we do 3 things every episode: 1.) Open, review, and…
- [A testimonial that surprised us](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/testimonial-surprised-us/): Every once in a while we received an email or message saying how in some (typically small) way, our podcast has helped someone come back to the Church. We are amazed to see how God reaches out to men using, at times, means we would…
- [Sports Talk with Fr. John Hollowell - Episode 91](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/sports-talk-fr-john-hollowell-episode-91/): Sports Talk with Fr. John Hollowell – Episode 91 We were very excited to talk with Fr. John Hollowell this week (shout out to Fr. Brian O’Brien for the introduction ) If this is your first time listening to The Catholic Man Show, we do…
- [Living Sunday Well - Episode 93](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/living-sunday-well-episode-93/): This week’s episode is sponsored by friend, Council of Man Member, and priest – Fr. Bryan Ketterer ! If this is your first time listening to The Catholic Man Show, we do 3 things every episode: 1.) Open, review, and enjoy a man beverage –…
- [Growing in Faith with your Wife - Episode 92](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/growing-faith-wife-episode-92/): Growing in Faith with your Wife – Episode 92 This week’s episode is sponsored by friend and council member, Juan Posada. If this is your first time listening to The Catholic Man Show, we do 3 things every episode: 1.) Open, review, and enjoy a…
- [We didn't want another Lenten podcast](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/didnt-want-another-lenten-podcast/): This episode is sponsored by our friend and Council of Man member, Rich Lamm aka… The Grump Dad . We(Adam), also gives an apology to Brian Tomlinson for drinking all his bourbon he sent. If this is your first time listening to The Catholic Man…
- [Catholic Liturgy - Episode 96](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/catholic-liturgy-episode-96/): This episode is sponsored by our friend and Council of Man member, Leomparo Estrada! Leomparo, we apologize as we weren’t sure how to pronounce your first name so we called you Leo throughout the episode. If this is your first time listening to The Catholic…
- [Into the Breach - Episode 94](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/breach-episode-94/): We are live from the Into the Breach Phoenix Men’s conference! A special shoutout to all the men that helped make that happen: Steve Pettit, Brian Laspisa, Brad Kidd, and many more! This week’s episode is sponsored by Catholic Coffee Club . Every premium bag…
- [6 things to do for a holy life according to St. John XXIII](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/6-things-holy-life-according-st-pope-john-xxiii/): I keep before me at all times the crucifix; it is the secret of my ministry and a summary of my time as pope. Those open arms of Christ there, they have been what I wanted for the Church, to open our arms to all.…
- [Tools for the Ordinary Times](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/tools-for-the-ordinary-times/): As the Easter Season comes to an end, and we prepare to celebrate Christ’s ascension from this world into heaven, we can be left with a feeling of sadness. During Lent, we tried to become closer to Christ through prayer, fasting, and charity. Having obtained…
- [TOB Part 1 of 2 with Fr. Christopher Pietraszko - Episode 101](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/tob-part-1-2-fr-christopher-pietraszko-episode-101/): TOB Part 1 of 2 with Fr. Christopher Pietraszko – Episode 101 This is going to be a first for the Catholic Man Show – a 2 part series. Talking about Theology of the Body is so beautiful and extensive, we didn’t think we would…
- [The Feast of the Ascension - Episode 108](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/the-feast-of-the-ascension-episode-108/): The Feast of the Ascension – Episode 108 This episode is sponsored by Viaggi Candles – go to their website and use promo code “CHEERS” for a 20% off and $5 back to TCMS. Make sure you use the promo code so they know we…
- [Testimonial of when life is tough and praying is tougher](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/testimonial-of-when-life-is-tough-and-praying-is-tougher/): I can’t say how many years I’ve been instructed to pray more. In the confessional, by family, on Catholic radio even. I always knew they were right of course. And at times I could take off in prayer like eagles to the sky. But I…
- [Tattoos with Fr. Sean O'Brien - Episode 97](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/tattoos-fr-sean-obrien-episode-97/): Tattoos with Fr. Sean O’Brien – Episode 97 This episode is sponsored by our friend and Council of Man member, Brad Kendrex from www.walletrosary.com ! If this is your first time listening to The Catholic Man Show, we do 3 things every episode: 1.) Open,…
- [Talking Virtue at Holy Family Cathedral - Episode 111](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/talking-virtue-at-holy-family-cathedral-episode-111/): Talking Virtue at Holy Family Cathedral – Episode 111 Fr. Jovita joins us as we record live from Wednesdays at the Cathedral at the beautiful Holy Family Cathedral in downtown Tulsa. We have a fun discussion on beer, books, and virtue. Enjoy! 1.) Open, review,…
- [Special Edition: Hoffman Blacksmithing - Episode 105 The Catholic Man Show](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/special-edition-hoffman-blacksmithing-episode-105/): Special Edition: Hoffman Blacksmithing – Episode 105 Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Android | Email | Stitcher | RSS Every once in a while, we break away from our normal routine on The Catholic Man Show to have a…
- [Returning to a poetical culture - Episode 109](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/returning-to-a-poetical-culture-episode-109/): Returning to a poetical culture – Episode 109 This week we have a special guest from the Diocese of Tulsa and Eastern Oklahoma , Marcel Brown. We make a nice old-fashioned with Basil Hayden, talk about some great fishing stories, and then get into the…
- [Razor Review – What type is best for me?](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/razor-review-type-best/): Let’s get the joke out of the way – no razor is the best razor. Ok, everyone feels better… Let’s move on. Many boys learn how to shave and which tool to use from their fathers, who learned from their fathers, almost as sort of…
- [Prudence goes Potty - Episode 106](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/prudence-goes-potty-episode-106/): This episode is sponsored by Randal Cler – may you and your family rest in eternity next to St. Brigid and the lake of beer! 1.) Open, review, and enjoy a man beverage – Minutes 1-12. 2.) Highlight a man gear – Minutes 12-24. 3.)…
- [One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic - Episode 99](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/one-holy-catholic-apostolic-episode-99/): One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic – Episode 99 This episode is sponsored by Council of Man member and friend, St. Stephen Houle. If this is your first time listening to The Catholic Man Show, we do 3 things every episode: 1.) Open, review, and enjoy…
- [Mother's Day is coming up – Gift idea](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/mothers-day-is-coming-up-gift-idea/): If you are like me, getting a present for your mom is not an easy task. I don’t dare try to get her clothes or shoes, that’s just asking for a return receipt. Here’s a suggestion, get her a Viaggi candle. Scent is very powerful…
- [Made in God's image with Fr. Daniel Grover - Episode 98](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/made-image-fr-daniel-grover-episode-98/): Made in God’s image with Fr. Daniel Grover – Episode 98 This episode is sponsored by our friends we met at the Wichita Men’s Conference, Adam and Joe. If this is your first time listening to The Catholic Man Show, we do 3 things every…
- [Last Days of Summer by Steve Kluger – TCMS Book Review](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/last-days-of-summer-by-steve-kluger-tcms-book-review/): It has been more than a few years ago that I read this book, but I enjoyed it so much I gave it to my dad for Father’s Day and also gave it to my brother in laws. In a time when fatherhood is often…
- [Karlo uses a shovel to Prepare the Way - Episode 110](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/karlo-uses-a-shovel-to-prepare-the-way-episode-110/): Karlo uses a shovel to Prepare the Way – Episode 110 Karlo Broussard from Catholic Answers joins us to talk about ways to break down barriers to sharing the gospel with family and friends (or a stranger on the computer screen). In Prepare the Way…
- [Golf: A Business Sport](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/golf-business-sport/): Golf is an extension of the office for many businessmen. Salesmen forge lasting relationships on the links, while other professionals take clients out to thank them for past business ventures in hopes of more in the future. Getting a client out of the office and…
- [Gaudete Et Exsultate - Episode 104](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/gaudete-et-exsultate-episode-104/): This episode is sponsored by Micah Johnson – Thank you! Pope Francis recently released an Apostolic Exhortation , calling all to holiness in today’s world. We talk about the document and what we liked about it in this week’s episode while sipping on some Buffalo…
- [Fearless by Eric Blehm – TCMS Book Review](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/fearless-eric-blehm-tcms-book-review/): I finished reading the book Fearless by Eric Blehm about two years ago, and I find I think of this story and its main character, Adam Brown, at least once a week. As men we like a challenge, and even more than that, we need…
- [Episode 100](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/episode-100/): We can’t believe you guys stuck around for the 100th episode of The Catholic Man Show! This episode is sponsored by Council of Man member and friend, Blake Burger. A big thank you, Blake, for your generosity in sharing the beverage for this episode. If…
- [Discipleship - Episode 107](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/discipleship-episode-107/): This episode is sponsored by Viaggi Candles – go to their website and use promo code “CHEERS” for a 20% off and $5 back to TCMS. Make sure you use the promo code so they know we sent you. This makes for a great Mother’s…
- [Deep Adventure: The Way of Heroic Virtue – TCMS Book Review](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/deep-adventure-way-heroic-virtue-tcms-book-review/): Sometimes when I find time to read, it is late at night, just before bed, when both my brain and body are tired. Lucky for me Bear Woznick ’s book Deep Adventure: The Way of Heroic Virtue grabbed my attention from the start and took…
- [Casual Convo - Episode 112](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/causal-convo-episode-112/): The last few weeks we have had a great number of guests and structure. This week Adam and Dave buck the trend. They just have a causal dialogue over a great beer. Cheers! 1.) Open, review, and enjoy a man beverage – Minutes 1-12. 2.)…
- [Book Review: The Emperors of Chocolate](https://thecatholicmanshow.com/book-review-the-emperors-of-chocolate/): One of the many benefits of marrying up and also being married for almost 24 years is that through my wife’s monthly book club I have been introduced to some really good reads. I have to admit that it has probably been 10 years since…

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