A topic that isn’t often talked about within the Catholic theology world: body image and Catholic theology. What do these things have to do with each other? Tune in and find out, with special guest Dr. John Acquaviva.
Silence and Summer Break
We are taking a few weeks off to build up our bank of new podcasts, but Fr. Conrad has one final thought for you before we take a break. We will be back with new content in August!
Habemus Papam: Episode 158 – Paschal II
Four antipopes over a long papacy, the continuation of the investiture crisis, and the first bishop of America.
Habemus Papam: Episode 157 – Urban II
St. Bruno, Fighting with the Antipope, and the First Crusade. [Player]
Hosting Priests for Dinner
It’s not uncommon that people will host their pastor, or another priest/religious friend for dinner. How do you prepare for this event? Is everything spotless and all of the kids are put together? Do they walk into chaos and are asked to help with
Habemus Papam: Episode 156 – Victor III
A holy monk, a great Benedictine abbot, and an unwilling Pope.
Habemus Papam: Episode 155 – St. Gregory VII
The episode we have all been waiting for! One of the most important people in the history of the Church, Hildebrand becomes pope!
Gardening and the Spiritual Life
Did you know that gardening can teach us a lot about the Faith? For example, prayer isn’t something I do, but something God does mysteriously within me. And do we really need to mention patience? Patience in the process. Tune in and listen to Fr. R
Spiritual Metaphor – Playing the Saxophone
You can learn a lot about spiritual life by playing an instrument or being part of a band. Join Fr. Rich Miserendino and Fr. Conrad as they talk about how playing the saxophone can be a metaphor for spiritual life.
Habemus Papam: Episode 154 – Alexander II
Another contested election that results in another great reformer.
Habemus Papam: Episode 153 – Nicholas II
The Tusculani and Crescenti try to make a comeback and the reform of Papal Elections.
What Not to Say to Someone Discerning Their Vocation
We’ve talked about vocations a few times on this podcast, but this is a new take on the topic – what NOT to say!
Habemus Papam: Episode 152 – Stephen IX
The first truly free papal election in a long time leads to another Benedictine Pope.
Habemus Papam: Episode 151 – Victor II
The reform of the Church continues and the Chancellor of the Holy Roman Empire becomes the Pope.
The Battle of the Spiritual Life
Did you realize you are in the middle of a battle? That’s right, we are talking about the battle of the spiritual life, with some Revelation thrown in.
Bonus Episode – 150 Pope Review
We have reached 150 popes! Let’s review what the past popes have done in the Church.
Signs of Hope
St. Peter tells us to be ready to give account for the reasons of hope within you…so in this episode, we are talking about reasons for hope in the Church.
Habemus Papam: Episode 150 – Leo IX
The turn of the tide, the start of reform and the Great Schism of 1054.
Throwback Thursday: Time Off Purgatory
How do time and purgatory go together? Tune into this CB episode to learn more about purgatory and how we can reduce our time there.
Why Monasteries?
What is the point of monasteries? Men and women shut themselves away from the world and do what…pray? Is this truly helpful for society or for their own salvation? Tune in and find out more!
Why You Should Love the Liturgy
We continue the series with Fr. Conrad’s students at the University of Mary and in this episode they share why they love the liturgy…and it will probably inspire you to love the liturgy too!
Habemus Papam: Episode 149 – Damasus II
Another holy German gets elected for a brief pontificate.
Why We Have Faith
In this episode, Fr. Conrad talks to two of his college students at the University of Maryland about why they have faith. Tune in for some inspiring stories!
Habemus Papam: Episode 148 – Clement II
Henry III calls for backup, a holy German monk to the rescue!
What to Do at Mass
As the laity, we are called to actively participate in the Mass, but how can we do that if there are a limited number of roles/jobs to do? Well, actively participating goes beyond having a specific task to accomplish. Tune into this CB episode to learn m

