Logos Podcast

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  Nationalism | Is America Great? 11.09.2026 59min

  Can we love America? What does loving one's country look like? Do we owe our country something? If so, what?On this episode, we discuss Donald Trump, America First, the United States of America, patriotism, and loving one's country.
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  Finding Courage: Former Jew, Navy men, Doctor, Husband, and Son of God | Dcn. Patrick Lappert, MD 28.08.2026 1h 1min

  Get ready, Dcn. Patrick Lappert might just, actually, be the most interesting man in the world. We are excited to host a dear friend, Dcn. Patrick Lappert.
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  St. Francis of Assisi | Bishop Robert Baker 14.08.2026 58min

  Who is the St. Francis of Assisi? Was he a hippie Jesus lover? Why is it that his life, still today, carries such a significant meaning in the Christian life? We host 3rd order Franciscan and Bishop Emeritus of the Diocese of Birmingham, AL to walk us through his devotion and knowledge of St. Francis.
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  Understanding the Second Vatican Council | The History 31.07.2026 1h 17min

  Was Vatican II a break from 2,000 years of Catholic teaching—or its authentic renewal? Why did the Church seem to reverse itself on the liturgy, religious liberty, ecumenism, and its relationship with the modern world? In this episode, we unpack Pope Benedict XVI's famous "hermeneutic of continuity," explore the historical context behind the Council, and separate what Vatican II actually taught from the myths that have fueled decades of confusion. Whether you love the Council, question it, or simply want to understand it, this conversation will challenge assumptions and reveal why Vatican II remains one of the most misunderstood events in Church history.
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  Why Beauty? | Fr. Justin Ward 17.07.2026 1h 10min

  Why does beauty matter—and why has our culture forgotten its importance? In this episode, liturgist Fr. Justin Ward explores the profound relationship between beauty, truth, and goodness, revealing why beauty is not a luxury but a necessity for the human soul.Discover how sacred music, architecture, art, and the Catholic liturgy awaken wonder, lead us to God, and shape authentic Christian worship.If you've ever wondered why beauty is essential to the Church, evangelization, and the renewal of culture, this conversation is for you.Connect with us here:Website: http://www.logos-podcast.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3PCPWBvNcAbptX17PzlC2x?si=BkEHS4vGSf-xmMlDFcpZ2QApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/logos-podcast/id1560191231YouTube: https://youtube.com/@logospodxast?si=RaYkZAfLKea2kBtZInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/logospodxastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/logospodcastSponsored by the Augustine Institute:Apply now: www.augustine.com/logosGary Michuta’s new book, Messiah:www. stpaulcenter.com/messiah-logos
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  The Art of Living | Dietrich and Alice Von Hildebrand | The Logos Society 10.07.2026 29min

  Discover the timeless wisdom of The Art of Living by Dietrich and Alice von Hildebrand in this thought-provoking episode of the Logos Podcast. We explore the nature of virtue, authentic happiness, freedom, love, beauty, humility, and the Christian vision of the good life. Drawing from Catholic philosophy and theology, we unpack how the von Hildebrands challenge modern culture's understanding of fulfillment and offer a compelling path toward holiness and human flourishing. Whether you're interested in Catholicism, philosophy, ethics, virtue, or the intellectual life, this conversation provides practical insights for living well in today's world.Connect with us here:Website: http://www.logos-podcast.com/Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3PCPWBv...Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...YouTube:    / @logospodxast  Instagram:  / logospodxast  Patreon:   / logospodcast  
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  The Intellectual Life | The Life of the Mind 03.07.2026 56min

  In a culture dominated by distraction, constant entertainment, and endless information, what does it mean to cultivate a truly intellectual life?In this episode of Logos Podcast, we explore why the intellectual life is not reserved for professors or academics, but is a vocation for every Christian. Drawing from Scripture, the wisdom of the saints, philosophy, and the Catholic intellectual tradition, we discuss the difference between knowledge and wisdom, why contemplation is essential to human flourishing, and how reading, prayer, friendship, and leisure shape us into people capable of perceiving truth.Whether you're a student, a parent, a priest, or simply someone longing for greater depth, this conversation offers a compelling invitation to recover wonder, love truth, and discover why forming the mind is indispensable to forming the soul.Connect with us here:Website: http://www.logos-podcast.com/Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3PCPWBvNcAbptX17PzlC2x?si=BkEHS4vGSf-xmMlDFcpZ2QApple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/logos-podcast/id1560191231YouTube: https://youtube.com/@logospodxast?si=RaYkZAfLKea2kBtZInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/logospodxastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/logospodcastSponsored by the Augustine Institute:- Apply now: www.augustine.com/logos Gary Michuta’s new book, Messiah: stpaulcenter.com/messiah-logosTime code:0:00 - The Logos Society3:00 - How We Are6:13 - Messiah: Old Testament Prophecies Fulfilled in Christ 7:04 - The Augustine Institute 8:04 - Our Anniversary 10:00 - The Importance of Study and Prayer12:30 - Fr. Max’s Intellectual Journey35:26 - Fr. Joseph’s Intellectual Journey 53:30 - Cultivate the Mind
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  Chat GPT, Gemini, Claude | The Pope on AI 19.06.2026 56min

  Is Artificial Intelligence helping humanity—or replacing it? In this episode, Frs. Max and Fr. Joseph analyze and reflect on Pope Leo XIV’s groundbreaking encyclical on AI, technology, human dignity, and the future of civilization. Discover what the Catholic Church teaches about artificial intelligence, the dangers of a purely technological worldview, and why Pope Leo believes the human person remains at the center of every ethical question.Connect with us here:Website: http://www.logos-podcast.com/Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3PCPWBvNcAbptX17PzlC2x?si=BkEHS4vGSf-xmMlDFcpZ2QApple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/logos-podcast/id1560191231YouTube: https://youtube.com/@logospodxast?si=RaYkZAfLKea2kBtZInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/logospodxastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/logospodcastSponsored by the Augustine Institute:- Apply now: www.augustine.com/logos Gary Michuta’s new book, Messiah: stpaulcenter.com/messiah-logos
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  Drake Vs. Kendrick Lamar | Iceman, Not Like Us, and The Drama 05.06.2026 40min

  Drake is back with ICEMAN—but can the biggest star in rap survive what has the potential to have been the most explosive feud in hip-hop history?In this episode, we break down the aftermath of the Drake vs. Kendrick Lamar war, the allegations, the diss tracks, the industry fallout, and what it all may mean. Was Kendrick right? Is Drake finished—or simply entering his next chapter? What does ICEMAN and Not Like Us reveal about the strategy, the mindset, and in value structure in the hip-hop world?From rap beefs and billion-dollar brands to fame, loyalty, power, and legacy, this is a deep dive into one of the biggest stories in modern music.#Drake #KendrickLamar #JayZ #ICEMAN #RapBeef #music #rap #MusicIndustry #KendrickVsDrake #OVO #RapCulture
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  The Crisis of Authority | Authority Vs. Power 22.05.2026 1h 8min

  Authority is not the same thing as domination. In a culture suspicious of hierarchy and scarred by abuses of power, we explore the true nature of authority: what it is, why it is necessary, and how it differs from tyranny, manipulation, and raw control. From the family to the Church, from politics to personal formation, this episode examines how authentic authority exists not to crush freedom, but to order it toward truth, goodness, and flourishing. Drawing from philosophy, theology, and modern culture, we ask: why does every society need authority, and what happens when power reigns without wisdom, sacrifice, or moral limits?Connect with us here:Website: http://www.logos-podcast.com/Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3PCPWBvNcAbptX17PzlC2x?si=BkEHS4vGSf-xmMlDFcpZ2QApple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/logos-podcast/id1560191231YouTube: https://youtube.com/@logospodxast?si=RaYkZAfLKea2kBtZInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/logospodxastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/logospodcastSponsored by the Augustine Institute:Apply now: https://www.augustine.edu/logosGary Michuta’s new book, Messiah: stpaulcenter.com/messiah-logos
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  Fr. Chris Boutin | The Heart of the Priesthood 08.05.2026 56min

  Website: http://www.logos-podcast.com/Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3PCPWBvNcAbptX17PzlC2x?si=BkEHS4vGSf-xmMlDFcpZ2QApple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/logos-podcast/id1560191231YouTube: https://youtube.com/@logospodxast?si=RaYkZAfLKea2kBtZInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/logospodxastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/logospodcastSponsors of this episode:The Augustine Institute:Apply now: https://www.augustine.eduSt. Paul Center:Gary Michuta’s new book, Messiah: stpaulcenter.com/messiah-logos
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  Joe Heschmeyer | The Moral Dilemma 24.04.2026 54min

  What happens when doing the right thing leads to more suffering?In this episode of Logos Podcast, Joe Heschmeyer (Catholic Answers) joins us to break down one of the most challenging questions in moral philosophy: can you ever do evil so that good may come from it?We dive into the thought of philosopher Elizabeth Anscombe and explore:Why intention matters in moral decisionsThe problem with consequentialismWhether outcomes justify actionsThe morality behind real-world dilemmas like war and the atomic bombHow Catholic teaching approaches suffering, truth, and virtueThis conversation challenges the modern mindset that results are all that matter and offers a deeper framework rooted in truth, conscience, and the moral life.“There may be times where… more suffering was caused by doing the right thing… and we would say: it doesn’t matter.” Website: http://www.logos-podcast.com/Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3PCPWBvNcAbptX17PzlC2x?si=BkEHS4vGSf-xmMlDFcpZ2QApple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/logos-podcast/id1560191231YouTube: https://youtube.com/@logospodxast?si=RaYkZAfLKea2kBtZInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/logospodxastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/logospodcast
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  Hot Ones | Catholic Priests and Comedian Shayne Smith 10.04.2026 56min

  What happens when Shayne Smith agrees to eat wings that get hotter every round?In this episode, things start off fun but get real pretty quick. As the heat kicks in, the conversation shifts into faith, marriage, prayer, suffering, and what it actually looks like to try to live a real Catholic life day to day.There’s a lot of chaos, a lot of honesty, and somehow it all turns into a solid conversation about vocation, discipline, and learning to follow God in the middle of a messy life.This one’s painful, funny, and way more real than expected.– Connect with us here:Website: http://www.logos-podcast.com/Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3PCPWBvNcAbptX17PzlC2x?si=BkEHS4vGSf-xmMlDFcpZ2QApple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/logos-podcast/id1560191231YouTube: https://youtube.com/@logospodxast?si=RaYkZAfLKea2kBtZInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/logospodxastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/logospodcastSponsored by St. Paul's CenterGary Michuta’s new book, Messiah: stpaulcenter.com/messiah-logos
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  The Mystery of the Easter Vigil | Pope Benedict XVI 03.04.2026 16min

  Check out Messiah: Old Testament Prophecies Fulfilled in Christ written by Gary Michutahttp://stpaulcenter.com/messiah-logosFr.Max reads a reflection by Pope Benedict the XVI on the Mystery of the Easter Vigil. Pope Benedict explores three themes of the Easter Vigil– light, water, and the Great Alleluia. Connect with us here:Website: http://www.logos-podcast.com/Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3PCPWBvNcAbptX17PzlC2x?si=BkEHS4vGSf-xmMlDFcpZ2QApple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/logos-podcast/id1560191231YouTube: https://youtube.com/@logospodxast?si=RaYkZAfLKea2kBtZInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/logospodxastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/logospodcastSupport the show
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  Holy Thursday | The Eucharist, The Priesthood, and the Cross 27.03.2026 49min

  What really happened on Holy Thursday?In this episode of the Logos Podcast, we break open the mystery of the Last Supper, the institution of the Eucharist, and the origin of the priesthood—all in one night. As the Church enters the most sacred time of the year, we explore how the Paschal Mystery doesn’t begin on Good Friday… but on Holy Thursday.From St. Paul’s earliest account of “This is my body” to the deeper meaning of the Triduum as one continuous liturgy, this conversation unpacks what the Eucharist actually is—and why it changes everything.If you’ve ever struggled to understand the Mass, the Cross, or the Eucharist, this episode will help you see it with new clarity.Connect with us here:Website: http://www.logos-podcast.com/Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3PCPWBvNcAbptX17PzlC2x?si=BkEHS4vGSf-xmMlDFcpZ2QApple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/logos-podcast/id1560191231YouTube: https://youtube.com/@logospodxast?si=RaYkZAfLKea2kBtZInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/logospodxastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/logospodcastSupport the show
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  This is My Body: Motherhood and the Cross | Cameron Fradd 13.03.2026 1h 6min

  In this episode of the Logos Podcast, Fr. Max and Fr. Joseph sit down with Cameron Fradd for a conversation on motherhood, spiritual warfare, and the deeper meaning of sacrifice.Drawing from her own life as a wife and mother, Cameron reflects on the hidden suffering that often accompanies motherhood and how it reveals something profound about the Christian life. What does it mean for a mother to live the words of Christ — “This is my body, given for you”? And how can women confront the lies that distort their identity and vocation?Together they explore the beauty of the feminine genius, the spiritual battle for identity in modern culture, and the redemptive meaning of suffering in light of the Cross.This episode is a reflection on motherhood, sacrifice, and the mystery of love that gives itself away.Among the Lilies Podcast:  https://www.cameronfradd.comhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/among-the-lilies/id1149976656https://www.instagram.com/among_the_lilies?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==Connect with us here:Website: http://www.logos-podcast.com/Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3PCPWBvNcAbptX17PzlC2x?si=BkEHS4vGSf-xmMlDFcpZ2QApple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/logos-podcast/id1560191231YouTube: https://youtube.com/@logospodxast?si=RaYkZAfLKea2kBtZInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/logospodxastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/logospodcastSupport the show
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  Students of Culture | The Logos in the World 06.03.2026 19min

  What does it mean to become a student of culture?In this episode of the Logos Podcast, Fr. Joseph and Fr. Max introduce a new initiative called Students of Culture — a community for people who want to read the signs of the times, think deeply about the world around them, and discover the truth, goodness, and beauty present even in contemporary culture.Drawing inspiration from the Church’s tradition and the thought of Pope St. Paul VI, they explain how Christians are called not to retreat from culture but to enter into dialogue with the world — recognizing the traces of the Logos present in music, art, film, and the human heart.Students of Culture is an invitation to become intellectual disciples:people who study, think critically, engage culture, and grow in love for Christ through the pursuit of truth.Join the conversation and become a Student of Culture.Connect with us here:Website: http://www.logos-podcast.com/Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3PCPWBvNcAbptX17PzlC2x?si=BkEHS4vGSf-xmMlDFcpZ2QApple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/logos-podcast/id1560191231YouTube: https://youtube.com/@logospodxast?si=RaYkZAfLKea2kBtZInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/logospodxastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/logospodcastSupport the show
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  The Power of Speech | Fr. Gregory Pine OP 27.02.2026 55min

  In this episode of Logos Podcast, we sit down with Dominican friar Father Gregory Pine to talk about the power of speech, sins of the tongue, and why our words matter more than we think.Drawing from his book Training the Tongue: Growing Beyond Sins of Speech, Father Gregory explores:• Is it ever okay to use cuss words?• What counts as taking God’s name in vain?• Can we become overly scrupulous about speech?• The spiritual danger of “locker room talk” culture• The forgotten power of silence• Why our integrity and speech ultimately pre-exist in GodFrom Genesis and the power to name, to modern social media pressure to “say something” about everything — this conversation challenges how Catholics think about words, humor, roasting culture, confession, and everyday speech.Support the show
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  The Nature of Penance 13.02.2026 56min

  What is penance, really? Is it just giving up chocolate for Lent — or is it something much deeper?In this episode of the Logos Podcast, Father Max and Father Joseph unpack the true meaning of penance: not just as a Lenten practice, but as a virtue, a sacrament, and a lifelong conversion of heart. Drawing from St. Thomas Aquinas, St. John Paul II, and the rich Catholic tradition, they explore metanoia, the Sacrament of Confession, satisfaction for sins, fasting, mortification, and the powerful difference between active and passive penance.Connect with us here:Website: http://www.logos-podcast.com/Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3PCPWBvNcAbptX17PzlC2x?si=BkEHS4vGSf-xmMlDFcpZ2QApple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/logos-podcast/id1560191231YouTube: https://youtube.com/@logospodxast?si=RaYkZAfLKea2kBtZInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/logospodxastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/logospodcastSupport the show
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  Egan Robinson | God, Japan, and KFC 30.01.2026 1h 4min

  Comedian Egan sits down to talk stand-up comedy, Catholic faith, guilt, confession, and what it’s like bombing on stage, living on a sailboat, and accidentally turning your life into material. From growing up Catholic in New Orleans to doing comedy in LA and Austin, this episode dives into Catholic humor, stand-up comedy stories, faith and comedy, near-death experiences, Japan, and why being honest is funnier than being perfect.Connect with us here:Website: http://www.logos-podcast.com/Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3PCPWBvNcAbptX17PzlC2x?si=BkEHS4vGSf-xmMlDFcpZ2QApple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/logos-podcast/id1560191231YouTube: https://youtube.com/@logospodxast?si=RaYkZAfLKea2kBtZInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/logospodxastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/logospodcastSupport the show