The Catholic Talk Show
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The Catholic Talk Show with Ryan Scheel, Ryan DellaCrosse, & Fr. Michael Nixon -- Informative & fun conversations on faith, culture & Catholicism. New episodes weekly.
Episodes
- It's Finally Happening! The Beatification of Fulton Sheen
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show the guys are joined by Bishop Bishop Louis Tylka of Peoria to explore the life, legacy, and upcoming beatification of Fulton Sheen. 00:00 Introduction to Fulton Sheen's Beatification 02:33 Bishop T…
- All 37 Miracles Of Jesus Christ... And Their Hidden Meanings
The Catholic Talk Show episode covers all 37 miracles performed by Jesus Christ in the Gospels, with Ryan and Fr. Michael explaining their significance. Topics include miracles over nature, healing, exorcisms, and raising the dead.
- 10 Things You Didn't Know About The Catholic Mass
The Catholic Talk Show discusses ten facts about the Catholic Mass, detailing its meaning, liturgy, biblical readings, the priest's role, the Eucharist, and the significance of various elements like water, wine, and the altar.
- Trump Attacks Pope Leo & Israel Destroys Crucifix!
This episode of The Catholic Talk Show covers President Trump's recent attacks on Pope Leo and the Israeli military destroying a statue of Christ. The hosts also discuss war, media coverage, the War Powers Act, and a call to prayer.
- The Hidden Reasons Behind The Catholic Revival
Dr. Ryan Hanning joins The Catholic Talk Show to discuss the significant number of Easter converts to the Catholic Church. They explore the role of media in faith reconnection, the search for truth, and the engagement of young men in faith.
- 5 Things You Didn't Know About The Eucharist
Ryan, Ryan, and Fr. Michael discuss five aspects of the Eucharist that listeners may not know, covering its significance, practical considerations like low gluten hosts and disposal, and theological points about Christ's presence.
- What Is It Like Going To A Catholic Seminary?
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, & Fr. Michael share what happens during the seminary education process and how it forms future Catholic priests. 00:00 What Seminary Is Really Like 00:03:45 How the Church Forms Priest…
- Finding Catholicism In The Bible
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, & Fr. Michael share the Biblical verses and support for Catholic teachings and practices. 00:00 Introduction 02:54 The Role of the Pope 13:21 Confession and Forgiveness 22:17 Church Au…
- Catholic Priest Answers The Web's Most Searched Questions
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan ask Fr. Michael the top 10 most searched questions about Catholic Priests. 00:00 Intro 01:42 Why Do Catholic Priests Wear Black? 02:49 Why Do Catholic Priests Wear A Collar? 08:40 Why…
- What Priests Actually Hear In Confession (Without Breaking The Seal)
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, and Fr. Michael share what priests actually hear during confession (without breaking the seal) 00:00 The Seal of Confession 05:05 What Do Priests Actually Hear in Confession? 10:31 Com…
- Real or Fake? Saint Quotes Quiz!
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, quizzes Fr. Michael & Ryan on quotes from saints, popes, and the Bible to see if they can tell which are real and which are fake. 00:00 Introduction to the Game of Quotes 02:15 Quote #1 03:4…
- 10 Forgotten Catholic Lent Traditions
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, and Fr. Michael dive into 10 lost Catholic Lent traditions that once shaped the Church’s penitential season—and why they’re worth reviving today. 00:00 Rediscovering Lent: Forgotten Tr…
- Celebrity "Catholic Influencers" On Hallow?
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan is joined by Alex Jones from Hallow to talk about Celebrity Catholic Influencers like Mark Wahlberg, Jonathan Roumie, Gwen Stefani, and others. 00:00 Introduction to Hallow and Its Mission 02…
- Seeking God & Beauty (With David Henrie)
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan is joined by Actor & Producer David Henrie to talk about finding God and his new series "Seeking Beauty" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Tier Ranking Every Modern Pope
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan rank every pope in the modern era (1846-2025) from Pius IX to Leo XIV 00:00 Ranking the Modern Popes 02:57 Pope Paul VI 06:58 Pope Pius IX: 09:28 Pope John Paul I 12:15 Pope Benedict X…
- How To Choose Your Patron Saint
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, and Fr. Michael discuss choosing a patron saint and seeking their intercession. 00:00 Exploring Patron Saints 10:36 Understanding the Role of Saints 18:53 Finding Your Patron Saint 23:…
- The 6 Most Extreme Catholic Monks & Desert Fathers
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, and Fr. Michael explore the most extreme monastic saints in Church history, examining how silence, solitude, fasting, and radical withdrawal from the world shaped their pursuit of holi…
- 12 Lost Catholic Christmas Traditions That Need To Come Back
Episode 346 In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show , Ryan, Ryan, and Fr. Michael dive into 12 lost Catholic Christmas traditions that once shaped the Church’s celebration of the Nativity—and why they’re worth reviving today. 00:00 Redis…
- The Crazy Superpowers of Catholic Saints
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, & Fr. Michael discuss the mystical and miraculous powers granted to Catholic Saints by God like Bilocation, Levitation, Soul Reading, Holy Luminosity, and more 00:00 Exploring the Extr…
- How Do Catholic Priests Pray?
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, the guys discuss the prayer life of Catholic Priests and what lay people can learn from them. 00:00 Understanding the Prayer Life of Priests 02:45 The Role of the Mass in Priest's Prayer 05:40 Lit…
- The Amazing Conversion of Fr. Michael Nixon
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, the guys introduce Fr. Michael Nixon and discuss his powerful conversion and discernment to the Priesthood. 00:00 Introduction to Father Michael's Journey 02:46 From Hare Krishna to Catholic Pries…
- Jeff Cavins: Ex-Protestant Pastor Returns To Catholic Faith
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan is joined by Jeff Cavins to discuss how he came back to The Catholic Church and how he created The Bible Timeline Episode 341: In this episode, we will discuss: • Why Jeff Cavins Left The Cat…
- Exploring The Most Sacred Places On Earth
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan and Ryan explore the most sacred places in The Holy Land associated with Birth, Life, Crucifixion, and Resurrection of Jesus Christ Episode 341: In this episode, we will discuss: • The EXACT…
- The Crusaders Were Heroes NOT Villains.
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan and Ryan are joined by J. Stephen Roberts from Real Crusades History & Austin Kelly, Producer of Knights of The Cross to discuss why The Crusades were justified, and why the crusaders were he…
- Mormon Teachings Are Weirder Than You Think.
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan and Ryan take a look at some of the more wild and questionable doctrines and claims of Joseph Smith and Mormonism. Episode 339: In this episode, we will discuss: • Do Mormons Believe Jesus &…
- Exorcising Halloween w/ Charles Fraune
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan and Ryan are joined by Charles Fraune to discuss how Catholics can reclaim Halloween as a Christian holiday. 00:00 Reclaiming Halloween: A Catholic Perspective 01:37 The Historical Roots of H…
- History Has Lied About Catholics
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan and Ryan discuss the warped historical views of figure like Columbus, The Crusaders, Missionaries, and more. Episode 337: In this episode, we will discuss: • Was Columbus a Hero or Villain? •…
- Should Catholics Start Worrying About Pope Leo?
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan and Ryan discuss recent actions by Pope Leo that have some Catholics worried about the direction of his pontificate. Episode 336: In this episode, we will discuss: • What Should Catholics Act…
- The Dying Words of Pope, Saints, & Martyrs
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan and Ryan share and discuss the last words uttered by Pope, Saints, & Martyrs. Episode 335: In this episode, we will discuss: • The Last 7 Last Words of Christ • The Heroic Words of Martyrs Fa…
- What Catholics Believe About The Eucharist With Fr. Gregory Pine
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan is joined by Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. to discuss what Catholics believe about the Eucharist. Episode 334: In this episode, we will discuss: • Is The Eucharist JUST a symbol? • How The Eucharist…
- What Happens After Charlie Kirk?
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss where our society and the exchange of ideas stands after The Assassination of Charlie Kirk. In this episode, we will discuss: • The Legacy of Charlie Kirk • Is There Any Hope F…
- The Power Of The Rosary With Gabriel Castillo
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan is joined by Gabriel Castillo to talk about the grace and power of The Holy Rosary and how it can transform your life. 00:00 The Power of the Rosary: An Introduction 01:25 The Role of the Ros…
- The Pope & The Führer: The Secret Vatican Files with Michael Knowles
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan are joined by Michael Knowles from The Daily Wire to explore the truth about Pope Pius XII's actions during WWII and how he helped to save hundreds of thousands of Jewish lives. Episod…
- Catholicism Is Winning.
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss the trend of people, especially young people, returning to faith and rejecting against modern culture. Episode 330: In this episode, we will discuss: • What Are The Current Tre…
- Understanding The Sacraments With Fr. Chris Alar
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan are joined by Fr. Chris Alar to discuss The 7 Sacraments of The Catholic Church and how to better understand them and receive their graces. 00:00 Introduction to the Sacraments 02:15 T…
- How To Read The Bible with Dr. Scott Hahn
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan are joined by Dr. Scott Hahn to discuss how read scripture, how it helped him convert, and how it leads to The Catholic faith. Episode 328: In this episode, we will discuss: • How read…
- The Vatican Is Involved In A Lot Of Crazy Things...
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss functions of The Holy See that may surprise you. 00:00 Introduction to the Vatican's Hidden Operations 02:18 Cybersecurity and Diplomatic Negotiations 05:18 The Vatican's Role…
- Greece Pilgrimage: In The Footsteps of Mary, Saint Paul, & Saint John
Join Ryan DellaCrosse and Ryan Scheel from The Catholic Talk Show for an unforgettable pilgrimage and Mediterranean cruise through Greece and Turkey, exploring the cradle of Christianity. Marian Pilgrimage To Greece & Turkey - Sept. 25 - O…
- Pope Leo Is Kind Of "Boring"... (And Why That's A Good Thing."
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss the perception that Pope Leo hasn't been that exciting and why it's exactly what the Church needs. 00:00 The Need for a Boring Pope 06:08 Pope Leo's Stability and Quiet Leaders…
- SHOCKING Anti-Catholic Eucharistic Desecration in New Apple TV Show
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss the WILDLY Anti-Catholic episode of "Your Friends & Neighbors" released by Apple TV where the main characters break into a Catholic Church, remove the consecrated Eucharist fro…
- Face of Jesus On Appears Host: Vatican Approves New Eucharistic Miracle
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss a recently approved Eucharistic miracle where the image of Christ appeared on a host that occurred in 2013 in Vilakkannur, India. 00:00 Introduction to the Eucharistic Miracle…
- Pope Leo XIV: The American Pope
In this episode of the Catholic Talk Show, Ryan is joined by Dr. Matthew Bunsen to discuss his new book on Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope. He shares insights from his experience covering the recent Conclave, the election of Cardinal…
- 10 Things Pope Leo XIV Should Do As Pope
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Thaddeus come up with some ideas and suggestions of things Pope Leo XIV can do and accomplish during his pontificate. 00:00 Papal Inauguration and Initial Reactions 03:02 Addressing Traditi…
- 10 Things To Know About Pope Leo XIV
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan get to know Pope Leo XIV, look at his upbringing and background, and explore what kind of Pope he may be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- The 12 Tricks Of The Antichrist To Destroy Religion
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss Ven. Fulton Sheen's sermon on the 12 Tricks The Antichrist would use to destroy Christianity Episode 320: In this episode, we will discuss: • What Ven. Fulton Sheen foresaw alm…
- Satanic Mass In Kansas: Catholics Fight Back!
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss the attempted Satanic Mass and desecration of The Eucharist at the Kansas Capitol Building and how Catholics fought back. Episode 319: In this episode, we will discuss: • What…
- My Wife Has Terminal Cancer: Here's How We're Praying
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss The Surrender Novena and Prayer during the hardest times in life. 00:00 Introduction to the Surrender Novena 05:07 The Power of Surrender in Difficult Times 09:50 Personal Stor…
- The 12 Apostles of Jesus: How They Died & Where They Are Buried
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss what happened to the 12 Apostles after the Resurrection, including where they traveled, how they died, and where they are buried today. Episode 317: In this episode, we will di…
- Petrus Romanus: The Prophecy Of The Last Pope
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss Saint Malachy's prophecies about the last Pope "Petrus Romanus" and other predictions about the final pope. 00:00 The Prophecy of the Last Pope 02:57 Understanding Prophecy in…
- 7 Essential Prayers For Lent
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan are joined by Alex Jones, CEO of Hallow, to discuss prayers and devotions for Lent. 00:00 Introduction to Lent and Prayer 02:33 Reflections on Last Year's Lent Experience 05:11 The Pow…