The Counsel of Trent

#1206 - FFAF: Did They Ruin Bowling? (and FFAF Update) 18.09.2026 9min

In this free-for-all-Friday Trent talks about a controversial change in many bowling alleys and also gives an update on future free-for-all-Fridays.

#1205 - The One Detail That Perfectly Explains Hell 16.09.2026 17min

In this episode Trent explains what critics of the doctrine of hell often forget when they claim no rational person would freely choose eternal separation from God. Hell: The Logic of Damnation, Jerry L. Walls https://undpress.nd.edu/9780268010966/hell/ “How to Go to Hell,” Edward Feser https://edwardfeser.blogspot.com/2016/10/how-to-go-to-hell_29.html To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast

#1204 - The Insanity of Modern "Insanity" 14.09.2026 17min

The Lindsay Clancy mistrial has reignited debate over insanity, criminal responsibility, and mental illness. In this episode, Trent examines the history of the insanity defense, the consequences of deinstitutionalization, and why some modern definitions of insanity risk excusing people who know exactly what they are doing. To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast 00:00 What Is Insanity? 01:20 St. Dymphna and Caring for the Mentally Ill 03:16 The Insanity Defense and Mental Asylums 05:05 Deinstitutionalization and Public Safety 07:52 How Modern Insanity Standards Expanded 09:51 Culpability, Impulses, and “Affluenza” 11:14 The Lindsay Clancy Case 14:38 Evil, Responsibility, and Mental Illness 16:33 Reforming the Insanity Defense

#1203 - One of the Silliest Reasons to Reject Christianity 09.09.2026 16min

In this episode, Trent Horn responds to Joe Rogan’s interview with linguist Daniel Everett and the claim that ancient religious history is unreliable simply because we weren’t there to see it. Trent explains why this objection misunderstands history, applies a double standard to Christianity, and wrongly treats modern “immediate experience” as the only reliable way to know truth. To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast 00:00 The “Too Long Ago” Objection 01:03 Daniel Everett and the Pirahã View of History 03:57 The Noble Savage Myth 06:43 Cultural Relativism and Moral Blind Spots 08:39 Christianity Isn’t Just an American Thing 09:53 Science, Religion, and Rediscoverable Truth 11:45 Jesus, the Resurrection, and Historical Evidence 14:08 C.S. Lewis on Skepticism About History 15:42 Modern Miracles and the Real Jesus

#1202 - Three Coincidences That Prove God Exists 02.09.2026 17min

In this episode, Trent Horn examines three major coincidences that make atheism increasingly difficult to accept: the fine-tuning of the universe, the strange reality of objective moral facts, and the massive number of miracle claims throughout history. Taken together, these point toward a universe that looks far more like the product of design, purpose, and divine action than random chance. The Argument for God Atheists Fear the Most: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jgh9M2z8n0 It's the Strongest Argument for God in History (SCCC pt 7): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uk-2FdSVy10 Answering a Muslim Apologist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vtVW7y4r4cE The BEST EVER Cumulative Case for God: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=erpKBoPQxN0 Miracles PROVE Catholicism: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lk2W9mKTzIQ To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast 00:00 Three Coincidences That Challenge Atheism 00:30 Coincidence #3: The Fine-Tuned Universe 03:50 Psychophysical Harmony and Consciousness 05:49 Coincidence #2: Moral Facts 09:13 Disturbing Moral Implications Without God 12:15 Coincidence #1: Miracles 14:07 Why Other Religious Miracle Claims Don’t Refute Catholicism 15:08 Miracles vs Alien Abductions 16:33 Final Resources and Closing

#1201 - How "Purity Culture" Became a Heresy 31.08.2026 15min

In this episode, Trent Horn explains the “damaged goods” heresy, the “sexual prosperity gospel,” and why true chastity is rooted in God’s mercy—not virginity, resentment, or guarantees of a perfect marriage. To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast

#1200 - FFAF: When Apologetics Isn't Enough (with Fr. Pine) 28.08.2026 32min

In this free-for-all-Friday Trent sits down with Fr. Pine to discuss when apologetics can hinder the spiritual life.

#1199 - How One of My Smartest Critics Returned to Faith in God 25.08.2026 2t 6min

In this episode Trent sits down with former agnostic Joe Schmid @MajestyofReason to discuss his reversion to Catholicism. To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast 00:00 Joe Schmid Returns to Catholicism 02:39 Why Joe Responded to Trent’s Arguments 05:55 Charity, Confidence, and Serious Debate 09:16 Divine Hiddenness and the Search for Truth 12:50 Joe’s Catholic Upbringing 16:10 Evolution and the First Wobble in Faith 18:36 The Problem of Evil and Deconversion 23:32 New Atheism, Skepticism, and Intellectual Pride 27:30 From Atheism to Agnosticism 29:37 Josh Rasmussen and Serious Theistic Arguments 35:35 Why Theism Became a Live Option Again 40:23 Choosing Philosophy Over Biology 44:41 Joe’s Years as an Agnostic 48:54 Fine-Tuning, Psychophysical Harmony, and Miracles 55:20 Changing the Mind vs Changing the Heart 1:00:30 Miracles, Naturalism, and the Case for God 1:04:33 Eucharistic Miracles, Lourdes, and Catholic Evidence 1:10:11 Why Joe Wasn’t Ready for Catholicism 1:13:07 The Problem of Evil and Animal Suffering 1:22:41 Fatima, Padre Pio, and the Pull Toward Catholicism 1:23:44 The Saints and the Change of Heart 1:35:12 The Call to Sainthood and Leaving Sin Behind 1:38:10 Fatima and Padre Pio as Catholic Evidence 1:42:40 Why Catholic Miracles Point to Catholicism 1:50:50 Testing Miracles by Their Fruits 1:57:22 Catholic Miracles and the Resurrection 2:01:41 What Comes Next for Joe Schmid? 2:06:11 Final Encouragement and Closing

#1196 - Explaining Purgatory to a Protestant Pastor 24.08.2026 16min

In this episode Trent shares an excerpt from his recent chat with Pastor Eric Huffman @MaybeGodPodcast where they discuss the doctrine of purgatory. See the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kv3Qq0FotEY To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast

#1196 - The Candace Owens/Andrew Wilson Debate (My Take) 22.08.2026 22min

In this episode Trent discusses the recent debate on Charlie Kirk's murder between Candace Owens and Andrew Wilson and the sad state of modern debates.

#1197 - FFAF: Reacting to Jonah Hill's BJJ Rant 21.08.2026 15min

In this free-for-all-Friday Trent reacts to actor Jonah Hill's comments about his Jiu-Jitsu abilities.

#1195 - Why Christians Can't be Socialists 17.08.2026 21min

In this episode Trent offers three reasons why Christians cannot be socialists. To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast

#1194 - FFAF Death in America's National Parks 14.08.2026 12min

In this free-for-all-Friday Trent reveals how careless errors lead to death in America's most famous national parks.

#1193 - Christians, Stop Praising Andrew Tate 12.08.2026 20min

In this episode Trent calls out Christians who downplay the crimes of Andrew Tate.

#1192 - 5 "Evil Books" Every Christian Should Read 10.08.2026 15min

In this episode Trent reveals five books to help Christians better understand the nature of evil. To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast

#1191 - FFAF: Why Do Some Women Love Serial Killers? 07.08.2026 14min

In this free-for-all-Friday Trent explores the phenomena of women who fall in love with incarcerated murderers.

#1190 - My Questions Angered This Protestant (Mature Content) 05.08.2026 48min

#1190 - My Questions Angered This Protestant (Mature Content) by Catholic Answers

#1189 - GodLogic vs. Muslims, JW's, and "Orthobros" 03.08.2026 55min

In this episode Trent sits down with popular Christian apologist @GodLogicApologetics . The Shocking Truth Behind Jehovah’s Witnesses (Living Waters): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cnpl6gRjNOY Answering a Muslim Apologist: https://youtu.be/vtVW7y4r4cE?si=tHX__k1SEh9CtBv9 To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast 00:00 Introduction 01:51 How did God Logic start? 05:44 Does the Bible teach Jesus is God? 08:54 God Logic's Influences 13:50 Debates 14:54 Islam 19:57 Christian vs. Islam Evidence 26:05 Apostolic Fathers 29:37 Orthobros and Christian Fraternity 39:47 On the "Essentials" 46:35 God Logic's Recent Projects

#1188 - FFAF: So I've Looked Into Dieting 31.07.2026 11min

In this free-for-all-Friday Trent describes his experiences with a new diet.

UPDATE: One Year After Laura's Brain Surgery 29.07.2026 58min

In this episode Trent's wife Laura joins him to discuss life one year after her brain surgery.