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Catholic Answers LIVE is a daily, call-in radio program of Catholic apologetics and evangelization airing live from 6-8 pm ET.

New episodes: Several times a day
Latest: 14 Oct 2026
Language: English

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14 Oct 2026New

#12934 Why Do Catholics Believe in the Real Presence and Saints? - Karlo Broussard

“Why do Catholics believe in the Real Presence?” This question opens a discussion on the literal interpretation of the Eucharist, contrasting with symbolic views held by others. Additionally, the conversation addresses doubts stemming from differing ministries and provides clarity on the role of saints in Catholic faith, including responses to misconceptions about their intercessory power. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:32 – I am experience doubt, specifically Fr. James…

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13 Oct 2026New
#12933 Do Saints Go to Purgatory? Infallibility and Ministry - Karlo Broussard
“Do saints go to purgatory?” This question is addressed alongside discussions about the implications of becoming Catholic for one’s ministry and the definition of saints in scripture. The episode also touches on the relationship between the narrow way Jesus described and the Catholic Church’s size and wealth, as well as the concept of infallibility and its reasoning. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 11:48 – My OCIA class shared that Saints don’t go to purgatory. Is this true?…
10 Oct 2026
#12930 Is There a Connection Between Prophets and Modern Seers? Judith and Inerrancy - Jimmy Akin
“Is there a connection between prophets and modern seers?” This question opens a discussion on the links between Old Testament prophets and contemporary figures like those at Fatima and Medjugorje, while also touching on the implications for the book of Numbers. Additional topics include the presence of errors in the book of Judith and the nature of scriptural inerrancy. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 06:29 – Is there a connection between OT Bible prophets and modern day seers…
9 Oct 2026
#12929 Did Paul Say Women Cant Teach? Bible Translations and More - Jimmy Akin
“Did Paul say women can’t teach?” This question opens a discussion on the role of women in the Church, alongside inquiries about the Vulgate’s Old Testament books recognized by Orthodox traditions and the significance of Sirach 45:1-5 in relation to the Tree of Life. Additionally, the episode addresses how to evaluate new Bible translations and the Catholic perspective on the Protoevangelium of James. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:55 – Paul says women shouldn’t be allowed…
9 Oct 2026
#12928 How Do You Prove God Exists? Atheism, Black Mass, and Demons - Tim Staples
“How do you prove God exists?” This question opens a discussion on the nature of faith and evidence, addressing concerns about absolute proof for God’s existence. The conversation also touches on how to engage with atheists in a university setting without compromising one’s beliefs, the history of the Black Mass, and the intriguing reactions of demons to Jesus. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:25 – How do you answer the person who says they want absolute proof for God? 14:48 –…
8 Oct 2026
#12927 What Was Mass Like in 100 AD? Homilies and Indulgences - Tom Nash
“What would it look like if I went to Mass in the year 100 AD?” This question opens a fascinating exploration of early Christian worship. The discussion also touches on the differences between a sermon and a homily, the Church’s view of the Mass as a re-presentation of Christ’s sacrifice, and the role of indulgences in Catholic belief. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:30 – What would it look like if I went to Mass in the year 100 AD? 13:18 – What is the difference between a…
8 Oct 2026
#12926 What Is the Best Catholic Bible Translation? Luke and Irenaeus - Stephen Boyce
“What is the best Catholic Bible translation?” This question opens a discussion on the most suitable versions for Catholic readers, while also addressing how the book of Luke was accepted despite not being penned by an Apostle. Additional topics include the authorship of Revelation as discussed by St. Irenaeus and the origins of the sacrament of marriage. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:05 – I’m in OCIA. What is the best Catholic translation of the Bible? 10:01 – How did we…
7 Oct 2026
#12925 If the NT Is Apostolic, Why Include Hebrews? Canon and Enoch - Stephen Boyce
“If the NT has an apostolic origin, why is Hebrews included since we don’t know the author?” This question opens a discussion on the complexities of biblical authorship, alongside inquiries about the exclusion of the book of Enoch despite Jesus’ references, the determination of the Bible’s canon, and the differences in biblical texts between Catholic and Protestant traditions. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 03:01 – If the NT has an apostolic origin, why is Hebrews included…
7 Oct 2026
#12924 What Are the Keys of the Kingdom? Mass Damnation and Prayer - Karlo Broussard
“What are the keys of the kingdom?” This question opens a discussion on the powers associated with this concept, alongside inquiries about the Church’s teachings on mass damnation and how to pray for deceased relatives. Additional topics include the significance of Marian prayers and the challenges faced by converts in the Church today. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:16 – I have a hard time understanding what the powers of having the keys of the kingdom? 14:29 – Does the…
6 Oct 2026
#12923 Can Baptism Save Us? Causality and Guardian Angels Explained - Karlo Broussard
“Can Baptism save us?” This question opens a discussion on the relationship between causality and salvation through Baptism. Additionally, the conversation touches on doctrines related to Guardian Angels and the evolution of teachings from the early Church Fathers to the present day, providing a rich exploration of faith and responsibility in understanding Catholic dogmas. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 15:55 – Can you explain causality in relationship with Baptism saving us?…
6 Oct 2026
#12922 How Can I Help a Grieving Friend? Forgiveness and Suffering - Gregory Popcak
“How can I help a grieving friend?” Supporting someone in their time of loss can be challenging, especially when they feel upset with God. This episode also addresses the stages of forgiveness, the reasons behind suffering in relationships, and the impact of grief counseling after losing a loved one. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 18:11 – My business partner just lost his father, how can I help if he is upset with God? 21:55 – Can you help me stages of forgiveness, and does God…
5 Oct 2026
#12921 Discussing Gender Roles - Desirae Sifuentes
“When women wear the pants, do men become submissive?” This question opens a discussion on family dynamics and gender roles, while also touching on topics like the limits of women’s rights and the balance of caregiving responsibilities between men and women. Additionally, the conversation reflects on the choices of working mothers and the historical perspective of women’s roles. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 15:00 – When the woman wear the pants in the family does the man…
3 Oct 2026
#12920 What Is Clerical Celibacy? Conscientious Objectors and War - Jimmy Akin
“What is clerical celibacy?” This question opens a discussion on the nature of this discipline within the Church. Additionally, the episode addresses the concerns of a new Catholic in the Air Force grappling with war participation and the Church’s teachings on conscientious objection and pacifism, providing a thoughtful examination of these important topics. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:18 – What does it mean for clerical celibacy to be a discipline? 17:42 – I’m in active…
2 Oct 2026
#12919 Can We Pray to Saints? Sola Scriptura and the Incarnation - Jimmy Akin
“Can we pray to saints?” This question opens a discussion on the biblical basis for intercessory prayer, particularly in light of sola scriptura. The episode also addresses the implications of the Immaculate Conception on Christ’s incarnation and the complexities of understanding Catholic doctrine for those drawn to the faith. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:05 – Jimmy, I know in recent weeks you have taken several different approaches to refuting Gavin Ortlund’s position…
2 Oct 2026
#12918 Why God is Against Abortion. Suffering and State Votes - Emily Dinneny
“Is God okay with abortion?” This question leads to a discussion on the moral implications of suffering, including a case of a child born with severe neurological disorders and the decisions made by parents and doctors. The conversation also touches on the role of state voting in abortion laws, highlighting the complexities surrounding this sensitive topic. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 05:30 – “God sacrificed His only Son, so obviously He is ok with abortion. What do you say…
1 Oct 2026
#12917 Eucharistic Adoration w/Don Johnson - Don Johnson
This episode delves into the significance of the Eucharist in Catholic faith, addressing questions about its role in adoration and the nature of belief. Additional topics include the importance of faith in daily life and how to approach doubts regarding the sacraments, providing a comprehensive view of these essential aspects of Catholicism. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com
1 Oct 2026
#12916 Why Not Call on Jesus Directly for Miracles? Fulton Sheen and Church Dogmas - Joe Heschmeyer
“Why Not Call on Jesus Directly for Miracles??” This question opens a discussion on the role of Jesus in the context of miracles, as seen in the case of Fulton Sheen. The conversation also touches on the evolution of Church dogmas and their implications, as well as the challenges faced by those considering conversion to Catholicism, including practices like receiving Communion. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 00:30 – Joe’s visit to St Louis for the Beatification of Fulton Sheen…
30 Sep 2026
#12915 Is Doubt Normal in OCIA? Authority, Purgatory, and Prayer - Joe Heschmeyer
“Is doubt normal in OCIA?” Many individuals experience uncertainty and anxiety during their faith journey. This episode also addresses the authority of the Church in determining the canon, the nature of purgatory in relation to earthly time, and the interpretation of the Old Testament in light of God’s love. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:40 – I’m in OCIA. I’m committed to joining but is it normal for doubts and anxiety to cloud the mind? 15:25 – How is the argument for the…
30 Sep 2026
#12914 How Do Catholics Worship? Statues, Saints, and God - Brayden Cook
“How do Catholics worship?” This question opens a discussion on the role of statues, saints, and the God in Catholic practice. Other topics include addressing concerns about differing views of Jesus with Protestant influences, the relationship between Catholic priests and Protestant outreach, and the significance of praying to saints. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:01 – My family is protestant and my wife is being influenced by online protestant like TacoTalks who claim that…
29 Sep 2026
#12913 Are We in Partial Communion with Protestants? - Karlo Broussard
“Are we in partial communion with Protestants?” This question opens a discussion on the nuances of Catholic and Protestant relationships, including how to engage in conversations about Scripture with Protestants and the implications of Matthew 7:18 on the doctrine of Once Saved Always Saved. Other topics include the nature of communion with hostile Protestant groups and the understanding of the sacraments beyond Baptism and marriage. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 05:10 – Why…
29 Sep 2026
#12912 What Is Vatican II? Church Changes and Eucharistic Respect - William Albrecht
“What is Vatican II?” This episode clarifies the council’s significance, addressing questions like how to explain it simply and why some Catholics believe its directives aren’t mandatory. The discussion also touches on concerns about church closures, the decline in priest numbers, and the perceived lack of respect for the Eucharist following the council’s reforms. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 03:18 – Explain Vatican II to me like I’m a 10 year old. 16:18 – Why would Catholics…
28 Sep 2026
#12911 How Do You Talk About Faith with People Who Don’t Care? Mary, Sacraments, and Grace - Emily Dinneny
“How do you talk about the Faith with people who just don’t care about religion?” This question opens a discussion on effective communication about beliefs, while also addressing the significance of Mary as “Full of Grace” and the perception that Catholic devotion to her overshadows Jesus. Additionally, the conversation touches on the belief in the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 01:32 – How do you talk about the Faith with people who…
26 Sep 2026
#12910 Is God Killing People Different Than Murder? Bible Translation and KJV Laws - Jimmy Akin
“Is God killing people different than murder?” This question leads to a discussion on the nature of divine actions versus human actions, particularly in light of the couple in Acts of the Apostles. The conversation also touches on the challenges of translating difficult biblical terms like “Selah” and examines the strict interpretations often associated with the KJV Bible. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 03:27 – In the context of the couple in Acts of the Apostles who are struck…
25 Sep 2026
#12909 What Is the Inerrant Word of God? Mary, Deuterocanon, Spirit - Jimmy Akin
“What is the inerrant Word of God?” This question opens a discussion on the Catholic understanding of Scripture’s divine inspiration and truth. The conversation also touches on Mary as Queen of Heaven in the Bible, the timeline of the deuterocanon’s inclusion in Scripture, and the meaning of being born of water and spirit in John 3:5. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:00 – What do Catholics mean when we say the inspired inerrant Word of God? 18:33 – Where do we find Mary as…
25 Sep 2026
#12908 How Do We Know Jesus’s Church Is Catholic? Faith and Belief - Tom Nash
“How do we know Jesus’s church is Catholic?” This question opens a discussion on the nature of the Church, addressing concerns about whether it is merely a body of believers. Additional topics include how to support a son who has left the faith and the worries of those outside the Church about being led astray. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 07:38 – How do we know Jesus’s church isn’t just the body of believers and not just the Catholic church? 17:50 – How can I help my son who…
24 Sep 2026
#12907 How Can My Sister Discern Catholicism? Support and Faith - Tim Staples
“How can my sister discern Catholicism?” This question opens a discussion on navigating faith amidst unsupportive family dynamics. The conversation also addresses how to respond to relatives who have left the faith due to negative experiences and explores what it means to be “qualified” as a Catholic. Additionally, the topic of worshiping with other religions is examined. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 11:02 – How can my sister go forward in discerning Catholicism if she lives…
24 Sep 2026
#12906 Is Purgatory an Invention? Young Earth and Lukewarm Faith - Karlo Broussard
“Is Purgatory an invention?” This question leads to a discussion on the nature of purgatory and its biblical foundations. Other topics include addressing doubts about a young earth with a family member and how to engage a lukewarm friend about returning to faith. The conversation also touches on the validity of baptism and the moral implications of suicide. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:05 – How would I answer the claim that purgatory is an invention to excuse people from…
23 Sep 2026
#12905 How Do You Defend Belief in Angels? - Karlo Broussard
“How do you defend belief in angels?” This question opens a discussion on the intersection of faith and reason, addressing concerns about viewing angels as mere superstition. Other topics include navigating familial opposition to Catholicism, clarifying misconceptions about heresy in the Old Testament, and responding to Protestant views on salvation. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:54 – How do you defend the concept of angels who only see it as superstition? Can you reason…
23 Sep 2026
#12904 How Can I Help a Cousin Overcome Addiction and Find Faith? - Scott Weeman
“How can I help a cousin overcome addiction and find faith?” This episode addresses practical advice for supporting loved ones in recovery while also touching on personal struggles like quitting smoking and the impact of addiction on one’s beliefs about God. Additionally, the discussion includes insights on distinguishing between lust and admiration, as well as the moral implications of addiction. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 11:41 – What advice would you suggest for me to…
22 Sep 2026
#12903 Are Relics Pagan? Salvation, Scripture, and Marriage Issues - Joe Heschmeyer
“Are relics just a pagan practice adopted by Catholics?” This question opens a discussion on the intersection of tradition and belief, while also addressing varied topics such as the role of scripture in debates with atheists, the nature of final judgment, and the validity of Mass at interfaith weddings. Additionally, the conversation touches on the Catholic understanding of salvation and the responsibilities regarding marriage convalidation. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered:…

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Catholic Answers LIVE is a daily, call-in radio program of Catholic apologetics and evangelization airing live from 6-8 pm ET.

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