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Who's the Tyrant Now? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 3/13/26

Fr. Robert McTeigue suggests that modern tyranny may look very different from the familiar image of a single authoritarian ruler. How can such a system be recognized and effectively resisted, and what role can the Church play in forming the faithful to confront it? Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to help prepare you for Sunday Mass.
Show Notes
Now Is the Time of Monsters | Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.
The 2 reasons totalitarian states detest the Church
What does the noun tyranny mean?
On Tyranny: Twenty Lessons from the Twentieth Century
The Corbett Report Episode 494 – Meet The Ellisons: Zionists, Technocrats, Moguls
Who Is Bill Gates?
How & Why Big Oil Conquered The World
What Happened to the WEF? – Questions For Corbett
The Strange Story of Peter Thiel
Pfizer Papers: Pfizer's Crimes Against Humanity
The Wire - March 12, 2026
Kind Restaurant Owners Take Entire Staff on Paid Bahamas Vacation
Daily Readings - Fourth Sunday of Lent
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Catholic Science Fiction? (Eric Sammons) 3/12/26

We welcome back Eric Sammons, editor-in-chief of Crisis Magazine, to discuss his new science fiction novel Shard of Eden. Is there such a thing as authentically Catholic science fiction, and if so, what distinguishes it from other works within the genre? What is required to craft a compelling narrative that both captivates readers and faithfully reflects the teachings of the Church?
Show Notes
Shard of Eden
Voyage to Alpha Centauri: A Novel
A Canticle for Leibowitz
Lord of the World: A Novel
The Space Trilogy by C.S. Lewis
Brother Astronomer: Adventures of a Vatican Scientist
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LTACL: Now Is the Time of Monsters (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.)

The Church is in the business of defeating monsters and driving out devils. Fr. McTeigue explores how she's not a cruise ship, but a battleship.
 
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Good News for Catholic Education? (Dr. Denise Donahue and Kelly Salomon) 3/10/26

We welcome back Kelly Salomon and Dr. Denise Donohue of The Cardinal Newman Society to discuss why it is so important to carefully evaluate Catholic schools to determine whether they truly uphold the faith they claim to represent. What “green flags” should parents and prospective students look for, and what warning signs might suggest that a school is best avoided? How can the resources of The Cardinal Newman Society help families navigate this process while seeking an authentically Catholic education?
Show Notes
The Newman Guide: Fulfilling St. John Henry Newman’s Vision for Catholic Education
NAPCIS, The Cardinal Newman Society Announce New Partnership for School Accreditation
‘The Newman Guide’ Now Provides Seamless Path of Faithful Catholic Education
Principles of Catholic Identity Overview
The Newman Guide: 2025-2026 Edition
Increasing Access to Faithful Education
Principles Parent Guide
Newman Guide Colleges Earn A+ Pro-Life Rating
Christian Schools - Students for Life of America
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"Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist
Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify
Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel
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LTACL: Do You Speak Synodal? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.)

So many of the words and phrases coming out of the Synod on Synodality don't seem to make sense. They barely seem like English. Perhaps we need a translation. Father McTeigue takes a closer look.
 
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Confused about Worship? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 3/6/26

Fr. Robert McTeigue provides guidance for those who are confused about worship. In a world that often appears increasingly disordered, why should the faithful approach divine worship with greater seriousness and reverence? If the Mass is frequently treated as a mere social obligation or an inconvenience, what responsibility do clergy and laity share in restoring a proper understanding of its sacred purpose as an act of reparation offered to God for debts that can never be fully repaid? Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to help prepare you for Sunday Mass.
Show Notes
Worship in a Time of War
Learning in War-Time
In Tune With The World
The Holy Bread of Eternal Life: Restoring Eucharistic Reverence in an Age of Impiety
Tolkien and the Great War: The Threshold of Middle-earth
A Hobbit, a Wardrobe, and a Great War
Necessity of Chivalry by C. S. Lewis
Croatia Declared Landmine-free After More Than 2 Decades of Demining Efforts
Daily Readings - Third Sunday of Lent
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Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify
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Who Can Save Europe? (Joseph Pearce) 3/5/26

We welcome back author and scholar Joseph Pearce to examine the cultural and spiritual decline of Europe in light of its increasing distance from its Christian heritage. Contemporary policy responses don't seem to be fostering positive change. Could Europe’s authentic renewal depend upon a rediscovery of the Christian foundations that once shaped its identity and institutions?
Show Notes
Caesar or Christ: Who Can Save Europe?
Joseph Pearce's Website
Christians at the End of the Pax Americana
His Reign Shall Have No End: Catholic Social Teaching for the Lionhearted
The Cube and the Cathedral: Europe, America, and Politics Without God
The New Vichy Syndrome: Why European Intellectuals Surrender to Barbarism
Catholic and Identitarian: From Protest to Reconquest
The Death of Christian Culture
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LTACL: Who Am I to Judge? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 3/4/26

A student insisted that morality is whatever each person decides for themselves. One question can expose the uncomfortable consequences of that idea and stop a room cold. Father McTeigue takes a closer look.
Watch on YouTube: Who Am I to Judge?

Is Gay Marriage Good for Children? (Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse) 3/3/26

We welcome back Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse of the Ruth Institute for a rigorous examination of the social and developmental outcomes associated with same-sex parenting and alternative family structures. Research indicates elevated risks in areas such as emotional well-being, academic achievement, and long-term stability for children raised outside the traditional mother–father household. How did we get here, and are there any pastoral, educational, or civic efforts that might be able to help slow the growing trend? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts.
Show Notes
Greater Than Campaign
Them Before Us
Ruth Institute
Family Research Council
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LTACL: The Church's Bad Business? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 3/2/26

What if the way that Blockbuster and RadioShack ran their businesses into the ground is the same way that the Church is being run?
Watch on YouTube: The Church's Bad Business?

Lent: Let’s Stop Pretending (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 2/27/26

Fr. Robert McTeigue reminds us to embrace Lent as a time of true sacrifice and repentance, encouraging us to take an honest look in the mirror and avoid merely pretending that we believe that we are sinners in need of salvation. Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to help you prepare for Sunday Mass.
Show Notes
Lent: Sin Can Kill You; Shame Doesn’t Have To
Why you need to be defiant and disobedient to pray well
Who Needs Another Lent? | Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.
German Bishops' Conference Accepts "Synodal Conference" to Rule Over Individual Bishops
Pro-abortion Notre Dame professor withdraws from institute role after fierce criticism from bishops, cardinals
Go Time? US Navy HQ in Bahrain Reportedly on 'Mission Critical' Status As Potential Iran Hostilities Loom
Good Samaritans Sprang into Action to Save Baby That Fell into Lake Michigan
Daily Readings - Second Sunday of Lent
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Second Thoughts About Socialism (John Horvat II) 2/26/26

We welcome back John Horvat of Tradition Family and Property to evaluate where socialism comes up short. While the prospect of free handouts can sound attractive to some, there are dangerous consequences that come with it, and the poor track record backs that up. Why does socialism undermine private property, human dignity, and incentives for virtue, family, and honest work, and what are some reasonable alternatives?
Show Notes
How a Trip to Poland Convinced Me that Socialism Works
Can a Catholic Be a Socialist?
The Myth of Scandinavian Socialism
Order Your FREE Copy of Return to Order Workbook
Animal Farm: 75th Anniversary Edition
Ministry or Apostolate?: What Should the Catholic Laity Be Doing
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LTACL: Bishops + Slogans = ??? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.)

Father Robert McTeigue reflects on a recent meeting of bishops from across the Americas and questions the substance and timing of their public call for unity and support of migrants. He challenges Church leaders to offer greater transparency, clearer rebuttals to public accusations, and more visible pastoral care for victims of violence.
Watch on YouTube: Bishops + Slogans = ???

When Panic Looks Attractive (Matt Archbold) 2/24/26

We welcome back Matt Archbold of Creative Minority Report to discuss what to do when panic looks attractive. The headline news grows more depressing with each passing day. How can a faithful Catholic hold firm and avoid despair, even when it appears to be the only option? Father finishes with Timely Thoughts.
Show Notes
No, it’s not time to panic. Here’s why
Why the TFP Protest at the Religious Education Congress Matters
Don't Get Too Excited
Collapse Won’t Reset Society
The Bishops and the Border | The American Spectator | USA News and Politics
Gunman stopped at St. Mary school Mass in Sacramento - California Catholic Daily
More evidence of a crisis in religious orders
Cardinal Sarah on SSPX: ‘Faith can never lead us to renounce obedience to the Church’
Cardinal Müller: SSPX must stay ‘within the Church’ to have a ‘positive effect’
https://x.com/NuryVittachi/status/2025829366765383685
Mexico Fears More Violence after Army Kills Leader of Powerful Jalisco Cartel | Newsmax.com
Is This Like Arresting Capone on Tax Evasion? – Creative Minority Report
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LTACL: A Church Without Polyester? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.)

The people who gave us such cultural highlights as Bell Bottoms, Leisure Suits and pink tuxedos took it upon themselves to design our vestments, our churches, and our sanctuaries. Father McTeigue takes a closer look.
Watch on YouTube: A Church Without Polyester?