Best Fr Josh Podcasts (2025)

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Divine Mercy Sunday 2025 - The Pope of Hope 15:32

3d ago15:32

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Divine Mercy Sunday 2025 - The Pope of Hope by Fr. Josh WaltzBy Fr. Josh Waltz

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How to Be A Compelling Apostle of Mercy | Fr. Mathias Thelen 9:48

3d ago9:48

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In this homily given on April 27, 2025 (Divine Mercy Sunday) Fr Mathias highlights the fact that all the lay faithful are called to be apostles of mercy to those around them. After reminding them that we need to receive mercy in order to give mercy, Father offers three tips to become compelling apostles of mercy: 1) Speak freely about God's mercy i…

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Easter Special: Fasting Beyond Lent 14:40

6d ago14:40

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In this special Easter episode, Fr. Josh answers a question about continuing the practice of fasting beyond Lent. He encourages us to reflect on our own fasting and prayer practices that can strengthen our spiritual life. Stay tuned for a new season of Ask Fr. Josh this fall! Snippet From the Show "Throughout the year, the Church invites us to reme…

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Holy Thursday 2025 - Ya’ll Got Nothing 14:30

9d ago14:30

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Holy Thursday 2025 - Ya’ll Got Nothing by Fr. Josh WaltzBy Fr. Josh Waltz

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Easter Sunday 2025 - Dare To Think 17:00

9d ago17:00

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Easter Sunday 2025 - Dare To Think by Fr. Josh WaltzBy Fr. Josh Waltz

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Good Friday 2025 - All Is Not Lost! 11:06

9d ago11:06

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Good Friday 2025 - All Is Not Lost! by Fr. Josh WaltzBy Fr. Josh Waltz

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Palm Sunday 2025 - Crowds! 14:48

17d ago14:48

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Palm Sunday 2025 - Crowds! by Fr. Josh WaltzBy Fr. Josh Waltz

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Entering into Holy Week with Compassion | Dcn. Josh Luttig 4:22

17d ago4:22

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In this homily, given Palm Sunday, 2025, Dcn. Josh breaks down the meaning of compassion: to suffer with. As we enter into Holy Week, we have an opportunity to have compassion on Christ, who had compassion on us first.By St. Patrick Catholic Parish

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Palm Sunday: Holy Week is a Dramatic Pause with Fr. John Nepil 43:23

19d ago43:23

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Join Fr. John Nepil, vice rector at St. John Vianney Seminary in Denver, as he explores the power of authenticity in faith and formation. He shares why “being normal” is essential—not only for preparing men for the priesthood but for all Catholics seeking to live and share their faith meaningfully. Fr. John also reflects on the significance of Holy…

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Is Self-Care Prideful? (With Dr. Brian Pedraza) 29:11

19d ago29:11

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How do we practice self-care without falling into vanity or pride? Dr. Brian Pedraza joins Fr. Josh to explore the sin of pride, the deadly vice at the root of all sin. Together, they answer a question about how to care for ourselves while staying humble. Snippet From the Show Humility allows the light of Christ to shine through us, while pride foc…

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BONUS: Lenten Reflections for the Whole Family with Katie and Tommy McGrady | Lenten Practices People "Hate" the Most 8:04

21d ago8:04

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Katie and Tommy discuss the most hated practices people “have” to do during Lent. Is it fasting? Extra prayers? Almsgiving? They dig into why these practices feel so hard—and why we often dread them—even when we know they’re supposed to help us grow. Plus, they share some personal stories, spiritual insights, and maybe even a few Lenten hot takes y…

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Crux Spes Unica 14:47

23d ago14:47

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Crux Spes Unica by Fr. Josh WaltzBy Fr. Josh Waltz

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The 12 Tricks Of The Antichrist To Destroy Religion 1:07:32

23d ago1:07:32

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In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss Ven. Fulton Sheen's sermon on the 12 Tricks The Antichrist would use to destroy Christianity Episode 320: In this episode, we will discuss: • What Ven. Fulton Sheen foresaw almost 80 years ago • Why The Antichrist will talk highly of Christ • Why The Antichrist will seem to be good • Ho…

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When Did You Get Old? | Fr. Joshua Fons 10:38

24d ago10:38

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On the 5th Sunday of Lent, April 6th, 2025, Fr. Joshua Fons dives into the question "when do we get old?" It's not just a certain number of years, or a lack of hair, it's when we stop believing life has anything new to offer. And nothing ages the human heart like sin, and the acceptance of sin. But there is good news: the Lord wants to bring renewa…

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Renewing Your Relationship with Jesus each Lent with Courtney Roach 49:50

27d ago49:50

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Courtney Roach, digital marketing manager for FOCUS and host of The Daily Nothings podcast, reflects on her journey to Catholicism and how her conversion ten years ago deepened her love for Jesus. She shares how Lent offers a renewed opportunity to grow in intimacy with the Lord. In this episode, Courtney discusses the power of authentic relationsh…

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Greed: How Much Money Should Catholics Have? (with Dr. Brian Pedraza) 29:46

27d ago29:46

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How much money should Catholics have? Dr. Brian Pedraza joins Fr. Josh to discuss the vice of greed and how Catholics should understand the gift of money in relation to their individual vocations and responsibilities. Together, they answer a question about building wealth while keeping in mind God’s call to stewardship and detachment. Please consid…

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Satanic Mass In Kansas: Catholics Fight Back! 47:21

1M ago47:21

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In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss the attempted Satanic Mass and desecration of The Eucharist at the Kansas Capitol Building and how Catholics fought back. Episode 319: In this episode, we will discuss: • What happened in Kansas • The Lawsuit filed by the Bishop • The brave man who saved the Eucharist • The Act of Repar…

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BONUS: Lenten Reflections for the Whole Family with Katie and Tommy McGrady | Mercy is Waiting 9:42

1M ago9:42

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Katie and Tommy discuss the gift of going to confession during the Lenten season through the lens of the prodigal son. We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends! Editing provided by Forte Catholic (https://www.fortecatholic.com/) Links: Get your copy of Lent: One Day at a Time for Catholic Teens Follo…

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Seeing Clearly 16:44

1M ago16:44

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Seeing Clearly by Fr. Josh WaltzBy Fr. Josh Waltz

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4th Sunday of Lent: Finding Healing in Lent by Embracing God’s Love with Brya Hanan 43:04

1M ago43:04

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The wounds we carry can leave us feeling fractured, but God’s love has the power to restore and heal. In this episode, Brya Hanan—author and licensed marriage and family therapist—shares how Lent invites us to pause, reflect, and tend to the weeds in the garden of our hearts. Discover how embracing vulnerability before the Lord can open the door to…

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When the Noonday Devil Strikes (with Dr. Brian Pedraza) 23:40

1M ago23:40

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Have you noticed that busyness, laziness, or procrastination often hinder your efforts to pray? Dr. Brian Pedraza joins Fr. Josh to discuss the sin of acedia or sloth, also known as the "noonday devil". Together, they answer a question about the struggle of maintaining a consistent prayer routine in the face of sloth and explain how developing the …

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My Wife Has Terminal Cancer: Here's How We're Praying 48:56

1M ago48:56

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In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss The Surrender Novena and Prayer during the hardest times in life. 00:00 Introduction to the Surrender Novena 05:07 The Power of Surrender in Difficult Times 09:50 Personal Stories of Faith and Surrender 15:10 Understanding the Surrender Novena 19:48 The Essence of Surrendering to God 24…

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The Holy Spirit and Our Desire for the Infinite | Fr. Mathias Thelen 4:36

1M ago4:36

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In this brief homily given on March 23, 2025, Fr Mathias preaches on the relationship between our desires for things in this life and our ultimate desire for God who alone can fulfill us. He ends his homily with an exhortation to call on the Holy Spirit, the living water, to fill us.By St. Patrick Catholic Parish

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The Revelations of God 19:36

1M ago19:36

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For the Examination of Conscience mentioned in homily, please use this link to access it. https://bulldogcatholic.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/a-detailed-catholic-examination-of-conscience-2nd-ed-updated.pdfBy Fr. Josh Waltz

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3rd Sunday of Lent: Lent is Meant for Mercy with Fr. Josh Johnson 42:23

1M ago42:23

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At this middle point of the Lenten journey, Fr. Josh Johnson sits down with Katie to discuss the value of making a good confession in Lent, spending time praying about conversion and brokenness, and what it's like to hear confessions as a priest, in the confessional. We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your …

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BONUS: Lenten Reflections for the Whole Family with Katie and Tommy McGrady | Clearing Out During Lent 7:47

1M ago7:47

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What is bearing fruit in our lives, what is draining us, and what do we need to change or fix when it comes to our relationship with Jesus? Katie and Tommy offer a practical activity to help evaluate things halfway through Lent. We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends! Editing provided by Forte Cath…

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Conquering Lust in an Oversexualized World (with Dr. Mario Sacasa) 31:24

1M ago31:24

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Do you feel discouraged trying to combat lust in your life? Dr. Mario Sacasa joins Fr. Josh to discuss the sin of lust. Together, they answer questions about strategies to avoid falling into lust and how parents can raise children with a healthy understanding of sexuality in an over-sexualized culture. Snippet From the Show "Avoiding the near occas…

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The 12 Apostles of Jesus: How They Died & Where They Are Buried 1:17:53

1M ago1:17:53

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In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss what happened to the 12 Apostles after the Resurrection, including where they traveled, how they died, and where they are buried today. Episode 317: In this episode, we will discuss: • Where Did Each Apostle Go To Preach? • The Excruciating Martyrdoms They Endured • The Only Apostles Do…

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Sifting Through the Influencers in Our Lives | Fr. Mathias Thelen 11:56

1M ago11:56

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In this homily given on March 16, 2025 Fr Mathias breaks down St Peter's warning to the Christians in Philippi and applies it to us today. After all, who we allow to influence us through media or in person matters a lot. Father Mathias offers three criteria for discerning the bad influencers in our lives. This helps us to have the clarity of mind a…

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BONUS: Lenten Reflections for the Whole Family with Katie and Tommy McGrady | Vulnerability in Lent 7:07

1M ago7:07

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Katie and Tommy discuss how much we look at our phones, screens, and all sorts of distractions throughout our day, which means we are often unable to be seen by the Lord. Lent is a chance to be vulnerable, and allow ourselves to be seen by Jesus. We would love it if you could leave a written review on Apple and share with your friends! Editing prov…

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The son of David 20:26

2M ago20:26

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The son of David by Fr. Josh WaltzBy Fr. Josh Waltz

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2nd Sunday of Lent: Lent Demands Vulnerability with Oscar Rivera 50:38

2M ago50:38

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During Lent, when life feels busy, noisy, and overwhelming, making room for the Lord is more important than ever. In this episode of Ave Explores: Lent with Sr. Josephine Garrett, CSFN, Oscar Rivera, host of Ave Spotlight, explores how Lent challenges us to embrace vulnerability and authenticity—not just with God, but with others. When we resist th…

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Gluttony: Food Addiction vs. Overindulgence (with Dr. Mario Sacasa) 22:51

2M ago22:51

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What does the sin of gluttony exactly look like in our lives? Dr. Mario Sacasa and Fr. Josh delve into the vice of gluttony, exploring its definition, manifestations, and the psychological and spiritual dimensions associated with it. They discuss the difference between gluttony and food addiction, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's b…

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Petrus Romanus: The Prophecy Of The Last Pope 39:50

2M ago39:50

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In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss Saint Malachy's prophecies about the last Pope "Petrus Romanus" and other predictions about the final pope. 00:00 The Prophecy of the Last Pope 02:57 Understanding Prophecy in Catholicism 05:52 Exploring St. Malachy's Prophecy 09:04 Skepticism Around Prophetic Validity 12:03 The Role of…

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