Crash Course Catholicism
A summary of the teachings of the Catholic Church, given to you in short, easy-to-digest episodes, uploaded fortnightly.
Episodes
86 episodes
83 - How Angels Work
What does the Catholic church teach about angels? How many angels are there? Can they read our minds or see the future? Can I give my guardian angel a name?In this episode we cover the church's teaching on the angels, and tell some stor...
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Episode 83
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82 - St. Paul and St. Mary Magdalene
Paul and Mary Magdalene were not part of the twelve apostles, but they WERE two incredibly important figures in the early Christian church. They were also both just completely awesome. In this episode, we wrap up our discussion of ...
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Episode 82
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81 - The Apostles (IV): Thomas, Bartholomew, Simon, Jude, Judas, and Matthias
Who were the apostles? What were their lives like? What do we know about them? In these episodes, we unpack the lives of the apostles (plus a couple of bonus extras). Today, we continue with Matthew and John.
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Episode 81
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80 - The Apostles (III): Matthew and John
Who were the apostles? What were their lives like? What do we know about them? In these episodes, we unpack the lives of the apostles (plus a couple of bonus extras). Today, we continue with Matthew and John.
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Episode 80
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79 - The Apostles (II): Andrew, Philip, James the Greater, James the Lesser.
Who were the apostles? What were their lives like? What do we know about them? In these episodes, we unpack the lives of the apostles (plus a couple of bonus extras). Today, we continue with four apostles: Andrew, Philip, and the two Jameses.
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Episode 79
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78 - The Apostles (I): Simon Peter
Who were the apostles? What were their lives like? What do we know about them? In the next few episodes, we're going to unpack the lives of the apostles (plus a couple of bonus extras), beginning with this episode on Simon Peter.
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Episode 78
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77 - The Mystery of Suffering
In this life, are we supposed to suffer or to be happy? Why does God allow us to suffer? Is suffering compatible with joy? In this episode, we explore the mystery of suffering.
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Episode 77
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76 - How Jesus' Humanity Works
Did Jesus always know that he was God, or did he acquire that knowledge at some point during his childhood or adolescence? Were there things that Jesus didn't know when he was on earth? Did he know what was going to happen in the future? Was Je...
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Episode 76
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75 - Eucharistic Miracles
Every. Single. Mass. Is a miracle. Eucharistic miracles remind us of that fact. In this episode, we discuss four amazing incidents, three of which occurred in the last thirty years. In each of these miracles, a communion host transforme...
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Episode 75
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74 - Bl. Carlo Acutis: An ordinary teenager who became a saint
Pope Francis has just announced that Blessed Carlo Acutis is going to be the first millenial saint. Carlo Acutis was an ordinary teenager who died suddenly at the age of 15. He was known for his love of God, and in particular for his love for J...
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Episode 74
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73 - How Freedom Works
If the point of my faith is to set me free, why are there so many things I *have* to do as a Catholic? What should I do when I feel like I'm doing things because I have to and not because I want to? What's the difference between being free and ...
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Episode 73
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72 - How Vocation Works
Does everyone have a vocation? How do I know what my vocation is? Can I say no to God's call? What if I make the wrong choice?In this episode, we discuss what it means to live out our call to holiness and apostolate in a unique, persona...
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Episode 72
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71 - St. Gianna Beretta Molla: Wife, Mum, Doctor, Saint
St. Gianna Beretta Molla was born in 1922. As a young woman, she wanted to be a missionary but eventually saw that God was calling her to marriage and family life. She became a pediatrician, and she and her husband Pietro had three children. Th...
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Episode 71
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70 - How Indulgences Work
What's an indulgence? How do I obtain one? Is it true that the Catholic church sold indulgences in the past?In this episode, we wrap up our discussion on penance and contrition in the lead-up to Holy Week.
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Episode 70
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69 - How to go to Confession (and make it a good one!)
What should I say in the confessional? What happens if I forget one of my sins, or forget to say my penance? Can non-Catholics go to confession?This episode is a practical guide for going to confession.
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Episode 69
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68 - Lent and Easter
What are the origins of Lent? Do I have to give something up? Why is there no mass on Good Friday? How long does the Easter season last? (Hint: ages)In this episode, we discuss the Lenten and Easter Seasons.
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Episode 68
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67 - Ecumenism and Apostolate
“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations" (Matthew 28:19)How does the Catholic church dialogue with other faiths and denominations without compromising on the truth? Why is it important to have friends who don't share my beliefs?...
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Episode 67
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66 - Unity and Diversity
How do we balance unity and diversity within the Catholic church? Do Catholics have to accept every single one of the official teachings of the church? Does union with the pope mean accepting and believing every single thing he says?In ...
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Episode 66
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65 - Gifts and Charisms of the Holy Spirit
What are charisms? Do Catholics believe that people can speak in tongues? How do I know what my unique gifts are?Happy New Year! Welcome to our first episode of 2024!
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Episode 65
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64 - Advent and CHRISTMAS!!!
What should we do during Advent? Have we always celebrated Christmas on the 25th December? What are the origins of the Christmas tree and the nativity scene? In this episode, we discuss one of the most beautiful and important times in t...
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Episode 64
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63 - Our Lady of Fatima Pt. 2
The appearance of Our Lady at Fátima in 1917 was one of the most incredible and significant events of the twentieth century. In these apparitions, Mary encouraged the world to pray the rosary, and to pray for peace, poor sinners, and the pope. ...
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Episode 63
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62 - Our Lady of Fatima Pt. 1
The appearance of Our Lady at Fátima in 1917 was one of the most incredible and significant events of the twentieth century. In these apparitions, Mary encouraged the world to pray the rosary, and to pray for peace, poor sinners, and the pope. ...
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Episode 62
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61 - How The Rosary Works
Where did the rosary come from? How do you pray it? Is praying to Mary a form of idolatry?In this episode, we discuss one of the most beautiful and powerful prayers of the Catholic church.
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60 - Catholicism and Halloween
What are the roots of Halloween? Can Catholics celebrate it? Do Catholics believe in GHOSTS?! (Spooooky)In this episode, we discuss Halloween, and how we might celebrate it as Catholics.
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Episode 60
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59 - St. Mark Ji Tianxiang: Doctor, Martyr, Drug Addict
St. Mark Ji Tianxiang was a doctor who lived in the late 1800s, who was martyred for his faith during the Boxer Rebellion. He was also an opium addict who struggled with his addiction for 30 years, and was a drug addict at the time of his death...
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Episode 59
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