Gotta Be Saints
Brendan talks with (future) saints about being saints.
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Episodes
183 episodes since 2020
Dating Part Two: Boundaries & Hard Conversations
Gotta Date Well: A Podcast Series for CatholicsThis episode is part 2 of the Gotta Date Well Series, where we dive deep into how to date with Christ at the center.Guest IntroductionOn this episode, I am joine...
September 09, 2024
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Season 11
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Episode 184
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55:29
Dating Part One: Qualities to Look For & How to Meet Someone
Gotta Date Well: A Podcast Series for CatholicsThis episode is part 1 of the Gotta Date Well Series, where we dive deep into how to date with Christ at the center.Guest IntroductionOn this episode, I am joine...
September 02, 2024
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Season 11
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Episode 183
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51:23
The Hidden Power of Silence in the Mass with Fr. Boniface
On episode #182, I spoke with Fr. Boniface Hicks OSB about his new book focused on the Mass. Here are some key questions and topics from our discussion:How do silence and the Mass go hand-in-hand?What inspired you to write ...
August 26, 2024
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Season 10
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Episode 182
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34:10
Sight: The Story of Ming Wang with David Fischer
On episode #181, I spoke with David Fischer about the new movie, Sight. Here are some key questions and topics from our discussion:Who is Ming Wang?What made David want to produce a movie based on his lifeThe impor...
August 19, 2024
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Season 10
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Episode 181
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45:39
What it Means to Be Pro-Life with Anna Lulis
On episode #180, I spoke with Anna Lulis about what it means to be pro-life as a Catholic. Here are some key questions and topics from our discussion:Anna's own storyWhat it truly means to be pro-lifeIt's importanc...
August 12, 2024
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Season 10
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Episode 180
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50:34
The Carmelite Martyrs of the French Revolution with Jonathan O’Brien
On episode #179, I spoke with Jonathan O'Brien about the the Carmelite Martyrs of the French Revolution. Here are some key questions and topics from our discussion:Jonathan's own conversion storyWhy he decided to write a bo...
August 05, 2024
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Season 9
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Episode 179
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39:19
The Need for Divine Mercy with Fr. Ken Geraci
On episode #178, I spoke with Fr. Ken Geraci about the need for Divine Mercy. Here are some key questions and topics from our discussion:Why Fr. Ken believes Jesus appeared to St. Faustina when He didThe need for Divine Mer...
July 29, 2024
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Season 9
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Episode 178
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45:41
Eucharistic Saints with Meredith Hinds
On episode #177, I spoke with Meredith Hinds about Eucharistic Saints. Here are some key questions and topics from our discussion:Inspiration: What inspired Meredith to write "Eucharistic Saints: Twenty Stories of Devotion to Jesu...
July 22, 2024
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Season 9
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Episode 177
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37:34
Lessons from Our Lady with Danielle Bean (Replay)
On today's episode, I chatted with Danielle Bean about what lessons we can learn from Mary. Biography:I am a Catholic writer and speaker. I help struggling moms to know their dignity and worth so they can find peace,...
July 15, 2024
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Season 9
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Episode 176
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30:03
Discovering the Real Presence with Tanner Kalina (Replay)
Episode #125 of the Gotta Be Saints PodcastOn this episode, I spoke with Tanner Kalina, Eucharistic Missionary with the
July 08, 2024
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Season 9
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Episode 175
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55:44
Learning to Love St. Paul with Fr. Timothy Danaher, OP (Replay)
On this episode, I chatted with Fr. Timothy Danaher, OP, about St. Paul. Our Sponsors:This is a Good Catholic Podcast. Use code GBS for 20% your order.Check ...
July 01, 2024
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Season 9
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Episode 174
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55:17
The True Roots of Irish Christianity with Connie Marshner
On episode #173, I spoke with Connie Marshner about Irish Christianity. Here are some key questions and topics from our discussion:Early Christians in Ireland: Who were the first Christians in Ireland, and how did Christianity ini...
June 24, 2024
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Season 9
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Episode 173
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44:21
The Four Levels of Happiness with Fr. Spitzer, SJ
Based on his study of great theologians and philosophers dating back to Aristotle, eminent philosopher and physicist Rev. Dr. Robert Spitzer devised his Four Levels of Happiness, asserting that whichever level dominates our lives will dictate o...
June 17, 2024
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Season 9
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Episode 172
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35:37
Catholic Social Teaching Explained with Dale Ahlquist
One of the most misunderstood — and misrepresented — elements of the Catholic Church is her social teaching. Today’s conversation hopes to fix that. On episode #171, I spoke with Dale Ahlquist about Catholic Social Teaching. Here ar...
June 10, 2024
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Season 9
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Episode 171
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22:07
Restoring the Lord’s Day with Daniel Fitzpatrick
For most of us, Sunday is the day we attend Mass, setting it aside as our Sabbath. However, once we step out of the church, we often find ourselves caught up in the same rush as any other day. Whether it's catching up on work, running errands, ...
June 04, 2024
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Season 9
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Episode 170
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35:02
From Loss to New Life with Mariana Kuhlman
Seven months ago, Mariana Kulhman’s husband, Nathaniel, went home to be with the Father. I am blessed to have her with me today to discuss their story - how they met, how their love blossomed, the wedding day, tragedy, and of course, the ...
May 27, 2024
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Season 9
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Episode 169
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34:16
The Life and Legacy of Flannery O’Connor with Eric Groth
On episode #168, I spoke with Eric Groth about Flannery O'Connor and the new movie "Wildcat," which focuses on her life. Key points from our discussion include:- A snapshot about the life of Flannery O’Connor- Her importance...
May 20, 2024
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Season 9
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Episode 168
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47:26
Church's Blessings, Signs, and Devotions with Shaun McAfee
On episode #167, I spoke with Shaun McAfee about sacramentals. Key points from our discussion include:- What inspired Shaun to write this book- What is a sacramental?- How sacramentals are incorporated into the liv...
May 13, 2024
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Season 9
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Episode 167
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31:43
Gender Identity & Faith with Dr. Julia Sadusky
On episode #167, I spoke with Dr. Julia Sadusky about gender identity through the lens of a licensed psychologist. Key points from our discussion include:- How Julia ended up in this field- How to approach the in...
May 06, 2024
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Season 9
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Episode 166
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45:21
How to Revive Our Culture with Jason Jones
On episode #166, I spoke with Jason Jones about how to revive our culture from a Catholic perspective.Key points from our discussion include:- The biggest issue in today’s world- Catholic approach to the great reset
April 29, 2024
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Season 9
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Episode 166
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50:25
The Rise and Fall of Western Thought with Dan LeRoy
On episode #165, I spoke with Dan LeRoy about the Rise and Fall of Western Thought.Key points from our discussion include:- The inspiration behind Leroy's sweeping exploration of Western thought and its critical relevance in con...
April 22, 2024
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Season 9
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Episode 165
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40:07
The Legacy of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini
On episode #164, I spoke with Kristen Theriault about the life and the legacy of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini. Biography:Kristen Van Uden is the editor of Catholic Exchange and author spokesperson at Sophia Institute ...
April 15, 2024
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Season 9
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Episode 164
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28:48
How to Evangelize Well with Fr. Timothy Danaher, OP
On episode #163, I spoke with the Fr. Timothy Danaher, OP, about effective evangelization.During our conversation, we covered:- De Montfort and his criticism of poor preaching- The role of the priest- The role of the lay...
April 08, 2024
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Season 9
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Episode 163
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37:45
Trusting God When It Isn’t Easy with Michael Gotta
On episode #162, I spoke with the Michael Gotta about trusting God.During our conversation, we covered:- The need for radical trust- Why it is so hard to trust- The call that men have to lead- How comparison makes tr...
April 01, 2024
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Season 9
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Episode 162
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46:57
Sacred Art Every Catholic Should Know with Dr. Jem Sullivan
On episode #161, I spoke with the Jem Sullivan about her book, "Sacred Art Every Catholic Should Know."During our conversation, we covered:- The various art work covered in her book- What inspired her to take on this project...
March 25, 2024
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Season 9
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Episode 161
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34:04