The Odious Traditionalist Anglican Podcast

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  The Amish 20.07.2026 43min

  Father Ricky knows a surprising amount about the Amish.  
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  Miserable Offenders 07.07.2026 42min

  In this episode Father Ricky and the fellas discuss total depravity, marriage, and the Prayer of General Confession that reads, "But thou, O Lord, have mercy upon us, miserable offenders".
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  What's in the name "Reformed Episcopal Church"? 23.06.2026 28min

  Father Ricky answers a question about whether the Reformed Episcopal Church (REC) should change its name. Plus, the guys discuss why corporations still celebrate Pride Month when the majority of their customers don't like it.
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  Freedom Within Anglicanism 14.06.2026 37min

  In this episode, Father Ricky and the fellas discuss the doctrines Anglicans should affirm versus those we are free to disagree on. For extra fun, they delve into the topic of Israel and the church.
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  Theology of Images 02.06.2026 37min

  Are images of Jesus a violation of the 2nd Commandment?  In this episode Father Ricky shares his theology of images.  Plus, he shares a couple scary stories from his days working in a funeral home.
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  Is Seminary Worth It? 24.05.2026 29min

  Father Ricky talks about the three Anglican seminaries approved by the ACNA.  Is seminary worth it, and what is his advice to young men considering the priesthood?    Note: We know a way to get your Master of Divinity degree tuition-free at the Reformed Episcopal Seminary! 
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  The Canon of Scripture 16.05.2026 36min

  Did the church give us the Bible as the Roman Catholics claim?  And what do Anglicans think of the Apocrypha?  Hear Father Ricky's answers to these questions plus his response to easily-offended liberals who complain about his social media comments.  
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  Sacramental Validity 12.05.2026 31min

  What is sacramental intention and what makes a sacrament like baptism valid?  Father Ricky will explain all this, plus how God makes provision for our doubts and mistakes. 
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  What Does Father Ricky Think About Aliens? 30.04.2026 37min

  Leaders in the US government are intimating that UFOs are real and the public deserves to know the truth.  Is the church prepared to give an answer for extraterrestrial life?  
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  Does Jesus Listen to Prayers of Those Who Wage War? 23.04.2026 38min

  In this episode Father Ricky responds to Pope Leo's Palm Sunday message, in which he said, "Jesus does not listen to prayers of those who wage war".   What about Moses, Joshua, Samson, Gideon, Saul, David, Elijah, and everyone else in the Bible?   And what does it mean to be a peacemaker?
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  Christian Nationalism 15.04.2026 45min

  In this epiosde you will hear why Father Ricky does not call himself a "Christian Nationalist".  Can a nation really be Christian? 
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  Women's Ordination 06.04.2026 32min

  In this episode, Father Ricky discusses the Biblical argument against women's ordination to the priesthood.  What will become of the Church of England -which just ordained the first female archbishop to the See of Canturbry?
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  New England Congregationalists 23.03.2026 28min

  In this episode Father Ricky answers a question about New England Congregationalism as founded by Puritans.  Plus, Trevor explains how the Puritans turned into modern day progressives.   
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  Eastern Orthodoxy 17.03.2026 33min

  In this episode Father Ricky answers the question, "what is your opinion on the Eastern Orthodox Church?".  Plus you will hear some Ricky rants about cage stage ortho bros, tearing down Civil War monuments; historical grudges, and the woke movie 'Conclave'.   Enjoy!
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  Born Again -an Anglican Perspective 05.03.2026 39min

  How does an Anglican priest answer the question, "Are you born again?" 
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  Evangelicalism 19.02.2026 35min

  In this episode Father Ricky (an Anglican) explains why he doesn't call himself "Evangelical".  Thanks to a listener named Lynn for sending in this question: "I'm really enjoying your podcast . . . I would be curious to listen to you talking about evangelicalism (what it is; if you ever were and if so why you left it; why Anglicism is not Evangelicalism, etc)."  -Lynn H.
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  Q and A with Father Ricky 01.02.2026 45min

  In this episode Father Ricky answers questions sent in from followers on Instagram. What is the scriptural argument for an Episcopal form of church government? What's your view on head coverings from 1 Corinthians 11? What do Anglicans think of the Apocrypha? Do the church fathers say there is no salvation outside of the church? Should we pray to saints? 
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  What is a Protestant? 24.01.2026 36min

  In this episode Father Ricky explains what a historical Protestant is in contrast to a modern Evangelical.  Plus, you will hear some good "Ricky Rants" about Roman Catholics, Charles Finney, revivalism, and being a large man.  Enjoy!
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  Is Progressive Christianity Really Christianity? 14.01.2026 39min

  In this episode Father Ricky and the fellas discuss what's wrong with progressive Christianity.  Why do these progressives have such a problem with Paul?   Plus, Father Ricky recommends books for those who want to learn about Anglicanism.
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  Is Sola Scriptura the Cause of Progressive Christianity? 07.01.2026 39min

  In this episode Father Ricky debunks an oft heard criticism of Sola Scriptura.  Plus, Drew the senior warden is back on the podcast!  What is the job of the parish vestry in a Reformed Episcopal Church?  And how does Anglican polity differ from Presbyterian polity?