In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan are joined by Dr. Scott Hahn to discuss how read scripture, how it helped him convert, and how it leads to The Catholic faith.
Episode 328:
In this episode, we will discuss:
• How reading scripture Dr. Hahn's inspired his conversion
• Bible reading methods include pious, historical criticism, and covenantal.
• How Tradition helps fully develop Scripture’s meaning.
• How the Old and New Testaments together reveal the full Gospel.
• How Daily Scripture reading deepens faith and spiritual growth.
• How the St. Paul Center teaches Scripture and biblical studies
00:00 Dr. Scott Hahn's Journey to Catholicism
05:34 Understanding Scripture: Different Approaches
11:22 The Role of Tradition in Scripture Interpretation
18:04 The Synthesis of Old and New Testament
23:54 Daily Engagement with Scripture
31:19 The Importance of Personal Relationship with God
37:38 The Church as a Living Tradition
43:12 The St. Paul Center and Its Mission
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The Vatican Is Involved In A Lot Of Crazy Things...
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss functions of The Holy See that may surprise you.
00:00 Introduction to the Vatican's Hidden Operations
02:18 Cybersecurity and Diplomatic Negotiations
05:18 The Vatican's Role in Global Peacekeeping
07:53 Scientific Endeavors: The Vatican Observatory
10:31 Security Measures: Protecting the Pope and the Vatican
13:31 The Vatican's Diplomatic Network
16:15 Crisis Management and Humanitarian Efforts
19:10 Cultural Heritage: Preservation and Restoration
21:50 The Vatican Secret Archives
24:46 Conclusion: The Vatican's Multifaceted Influence
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Greece Pilgrimage: In The Footsteps of Mary, Saint Paul, & Saint John
Join Ryan DellaCrosse and Ryan Scheel from The Catholic Talk Show for an unforgettable pilgrimage and Mediterranean cruise through Greece and Turkey, exploring the cradle of Christianity.
Marian Pilgrimage To Greece & Turkey - Sept. 25 - Oct. 5, 2025
Register For The Pilgrimage Here: https://bit.ly/CTSGreecePilgrimage
Walk in the footsteps of the Apostles as you visit breathtaking and sacred sites, including the Acropolis in Athens, the home where the Virgin Mary and Saint John lived after the Ascension, the cave where Saint John received the Book of Revelation, and key locations tied to the missionary journeys of Saint Paul the Apostle.
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Pope Leo Is Kind Of "Boring"... (And Why That's A Good Thing."
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss the perception that Pope Leo hasn't been that exciting and why it's exactly what the Church needs.
00:00 The Need for a Boring Pope
06:08 Pope Leo's Stability and Quiet Leadership
12:12 The Role of Media in Papal Perception
18:20 The Importance of Stability in a Changing World
24:09 Looking Ahead: The Future of the Papacy
30:17 Conclusion: Embracing Ordinary Leadership
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SHOCKING Anti-Catholic Eucharistic Desecration in New Apple TV Show
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss the WILDLY Anti-Catholic episode of "Your Friends & Neighbors" released by Apple TV where the main characters break into a Catholic Church, remove the consecrated Eucharist from the Tabernacle, and desecrate it by "snacking" on it, and even dip it in jam.
00:00 Anti-Catholicism in Entertainment
06:56 The Impact of Mockery on Faith
13:56 Cultural Responses to Blasphemy
20:58 Political Mockery and Its Consequences
24:55 The Movie's Portrayal of the Church
30:14 Cultural Perceptions and Misconceptions
35:00 Resurgence of Faith in Modern Culture
40:25 The Impact of Media on Spirituality
48:39 Prayers and Actions Against Blasphemy
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