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In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, we explore key questions about Catholic doctrine and Scripture. Topics include the Church’s teaching on Purgatory, the meaning of “under the earth” in Scripture, and Pope St. John Paul II’s quote on free will and the greater good. Jimmy discusses who the Church Fathers are and how to read them, how doctrinal development fits with the end of public revelation, and biblical support for the resurrection of the dead and Christ’s second coming. He also addresses whether a priest can deny communion to someone kneeling and whether baptism removes both sin and attachment to sin.
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Questions Covered:
03:00 – What is the Catholic teaching on Purgatory, and is there a “middle space” between Heaven and Hell for souls?
12:52 – In the verse “every knee shall bend… under the earth,” what does “under the earth” refer to—could it mean Hell?
20:49 – How should one understand Pope St. John Paul II’s quote: “The greater good is maintained when someone uses his freedom wrongly than when he is forced to do what is good”?
28:45 – Who are the Church Fathers, and how can someone begin reading them alongside Scripture for deeper understanding?
32:30 – How can the Church’s claim that public revelation has ceased be reconciled with the idea that doctrine continues to develop?
41:58 – What Bible verses support the Catholic teachings on the resurrection of the dead and the second coming of Christ?
49:26 – Is it within a priest’s authority to deny communion to someone who chooses to receive kneeling?
52:51 – Does the sacrament of baptism remove not only sin but also attachment to sin? -
In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, Jimmy Akin and Cy discuss what someone in the annulment process must do before entering the Church through OCIA, and examine how Sola Scriptura and a priori syllogisms relate to Anglican apologetics. They explore how to discern messages from angels, and whether Spock’s sacrifice in Star Trek reflects John 15:13. Other questions include whether Martin Luther sought self-justification, and how to respond to criticisms of Catholic parish events like gambling nights.
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Questions Covered:
05:15 – What must someone do regarding their current marriage if they are in the annulment process, remarried, and preparing to enter the Church through OCIA?
15:25 – How does Sola Scriptura relate to a priori syllogisms in the context of Anglican apologetics?
23:07 – What is the proper way to discern signs and messages from angels according to Catholic teaching?
35:10 – In Star Trek, Spock sacrifices his life for Captain Pike. Is this an example of John 15:13 in action?
40:38 – Was Martin Luther ultimately motivated by a desire for self-justification?
47:49 – How should Catholics respond to criticism about past parish events like gambling or casino nights being seen as hypocritical?
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In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, Tim Staples answers questions about Catholic teaching and practice. Topics include the Church’s position on dividing ashes, relics, and organ donation, and the meaning of a line from the “Golden Arrow” prayer. A caller asks why some OCIA participants still struggle with Marian dogmas. We also explore whether Jesus had a middle or last name, what to do during Eucharistic adoration if the fire alarm goes off, and whether downloading copyrighted material is morally acceptable. Finally, he explains the Church’s view of The Mystical City of God by Mary of Ágreda.
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Questions Covered:
3:29 – What is the Church’s teaching on the dividing up and spreading of ashes as to the distribution of relics or organ donation?
19:44 – The “Golden Arrow” prayer has a line spoken from the Lord, which states, “Be careful to utilize this grace because I demand an account of it from you.” What is meant by this?
29:40 – My friend completed OCIA and still will not accept Marian dogmas.
40:35 – Did Jesus have a middle and last name?
43:44 – What to do during adoration if the fire alarm sounds?
45:29 – Is copyright morally binding. If I find a pdf / video / music online but cannot find it anywhere else, can I download it?
51:20 – Is the book Mystical City of God by Mary Jesus of Agreda Catholic?
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In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, Adrian Lawson from the YouTube channel Sips with Serra, joins CY to discuss the growing appeal of the Catholic Church among young people—has the Church changed, or has the culture shifted? A caller enrolled in OCIA asks why we receive the Eucharist by eating it, and how that connects us to Christ’s sacrifice. They also address the Eucharistic Congress and recent protests surrounding it, offering a Catholic perspective on public witness and reverence for the Blessed Sacrament.
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Questions Covered:
30:19 – What has changed to make the Catholic Church more appealing to young people? Has the church changed or American culture?
34:23 – I’m signed up for OCIA, and I am curious to why we eat the Eucharist as the mode of receiving and participating in Christ’s sacrifice?
47:10 – What are your thoughts on the Eucharistic congress and the disruptive protesters following it?
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In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, we explore faith-based approaches to addiction and healing with Scott Weeman, founder of, Catholics in Recovery. Listeners ask how to find Catholic support groups, whether addiction to spending money can destroy relationships, and if those with mental health diagnoses like schizoaffective disorder can benefit from Catholic recovery programs. We also discuss the role of the sacraments in healing, how to balance recovery with public speaking, and how to reach a college-age son struggling with marijuana use. Discover real-life stories of healing and how Catholics in Recovery supports those battling addiction through Catholic teaching and community.
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Questions Covered:
09:06 – I’ve been battling many addictions for decades. I’ve been desperate to find a Catholic support group. I’m in a group that is celebrating pride month so it’s not really for me. How can I get plugged in to Catholic in Recovery?
15:51 – Do you see a problem in addiction to spending money? In my opinion an addiction to money ruined my first marriage.
21:20 – I had traumas in relationships at age 17. Now I’m 64 and I’ve been diagnosed with schizoaffective disorder. I’m being treated but not sure it’s enough. Could Catholic in Recovery have something for me?
29:04 – I came back to the Church last December and I’ve been in AA for years. This is the first time I’ve heard of Catholic in Recovery. Can you tell me more about it?
37:02 – How does someone get involved in Catholic in Recovery? I’ve been sober for a year and God has healed me so much through the sacraments.
43:26 – How do you manage your recovery and public speaking? I know that one of the AA principles is not speaking on behalf of AA. I’ve done public speaking and I’ve also crashed horribly in addiction.
51:29 – My son is into smoking marijuana. He gets very angry and will not listen. Any advice on how we try to reach him? He is a junior in college and lives with us.
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In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, Joe Heschmeyer discusses a wide range of questions on Catholic doctrine and apologetics. Topics include: when salvation occurs in the case of baptism of desire, the difference between sacrifices due to God and those made for others, and how to respond to Protestants who claim unity isn’t needed if we all share the fruits of the Spirit. Joe also addresses how to explain the word “Catholic” in the Apostles’ Creed to non-Catholics, whether Muslims worship the same God as Christians, biblical evidence for Mary’s perpetual virginity, and how to counter gnostic-sounding claims about sin being “in the body.”
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Questions Covered:
08:58 – In the case of baptism of desire, when is the person saved?
17:57 – What type of sacrifice is due to God alone? As opposed to the type of sacrifices we make for others.
29:02 – If Protestants have fruits of the Spirit, some see that as a deterrent to unity (why seek unity when we all have fruits of the Spirit). How do we respond to that?
34:21 – My parents are Presbyterian. They see the word “Catholic” in the apostles’ creed and say that since Catholic means universal it’s simply referring to all the churches. How do we respond to that?
38:25 – The CCC says Muslims worship the same God as Abraham. How do we understand that since Muslims don’t think they worship the same God as us?
44:12 – Where in the Bible can we find Mary’s perpetual virginity?
51:25 – My friend thinks that sin is “in” the body. So when we die we don’t have sin because we don’t have our body. To me that sounds like gnosticism, but he doesn’t think it is. How can I respond to him?
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In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, Karlo Broussard answers the questions: Why must Mary have been Immaculately Conceived—couldn’t Jesus have been born of a sinner? How does addiction affect the conditions for mortal sin? Karlo discusses the Church’s teaching on free will, grave matter, and culpability. He also addresses the claim of annihilationism—does the Bible really support eternal punishment in hell? Plus, is it accurate to call non-Catholics “Christians,” or should we still use the term “heretics”?
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Questions Covered:
12:08 – Why do we say that Mary “must have” been Immaculately conceived? It seems like Jesus could have been born from someone even if they had original sin.
17:00 – How do the three conditions for mortal sin relate to the area of addiction? Can the consent of the will be lessened by an addiction?
29:47 – What is real factual evidence that annihilationism is false, and wrong to believe?
39:23 – I struggle with calling non-Catholics Christians. It doesn’t seem to fit with the old style of calling them heretics.
47:12 – My protestant friend has trouble with the idea of praying to the dead. When did the practice begin? And is it in the New Testament?
51:37 – Where in the Bible does it teach against contraception?
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In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, Karlo Broussard tackles tough questions from converts and curious Protestants. Can Protestants receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit if they haven’t received the sacrament of Confirmation? What does the Church teach about Mary as Queen of Heaven—and is it essential to salvation? Karlo also responds to the common claim that the intercession of saints was borrowed from Greco-Roman paganism. Finally, are indulgences still a part of Catholic practice today, or are they just a relic of the past?
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Questions Covered:
15:40 – In my OCIA class they told me that the gifts of the Holy Spirit are received at Confirmation. If that is true, then it would follow that no Protestants receive gifts of the Holy Spirit. But that doesn’t seem right.
34:00 – I’m a recent convert and I struggle with Mary being queen of heaven. It just doesn’t seem relevant to my salvation.
37:12 – My Protestant friend says the idea of intercession of saints was influenced by Greco-roman pagan ideas. How can I answer him?
45:48 – Are indulgences still a Catholic practice?
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In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, guest Jason Evert discusses healing after past relationships, struggling with chastity, lust in marriage, and talking to family about same-sex issues.
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Questions Covered:
14:23 – Any advice for someone who is living a chaste life but still has attachments from previous relationships before conversion?
22:48 – At what point do you tell your significant other that you struggle with chastity?
33:44 – Can a married couple lust for each other?
41:50 – I have four granddaughters that are now young women. One of them has a girlfriend. I think I’m the only person in her life telling her this is wrong. She is open to talking to me about it. What can I tell her, or what information can I send her?
50:36 – How does one clear one’s mind from impure images seen in the past?
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Can your temperament shape your spiritual life? In this episode we explore how natural disposition, trauma, and personality types affect prayer, change over time, and whether they’re at odds with providence. Also—can you be a composite temperament?
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Questions Covered:
16:56 – Would my temperament have effect on my trouble with keeping focus on prayer life
30:34 – Can we have a composite of our temperaments?
42:33 – Can your temperament change during the course of your life?
49:40 – How do we square the idea of a temperament being “happy-go-lucky” with providence, when as Catholics we do not believe in luck?
52:37 – Is it possible to have early childhood trauma that shapes and forms your temperament?
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In this episode of Weird Questions with Jimmy Akin, we start with a surprisingly common theological puzzle: Why didn’t Jesus Himself write anything down—like a Gospel? We explore what this reveals about Jesus’ mission, oral tradition, and how the Church transmits truth.
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Questions Covered:
07:15 – Why is there no gospel according to Jesus, or, why is there nothing written attributed to Jesus?13:47 – Could there be aliens (intelligent species from a distant planet) enjoying eternal life in heaven?If there are intelligent aliens living on other planets, do they have guardian angels?17:18 – Do dogs remember their previous experiences? I have a foster dog that was rescued from a hoarding situation. Now he is safe and well cared for, but I worry that he remembers being hungry and lost.23:32 – Could there be an alternate universe/dimension where 2 + 2 =5? Is that a mathematical truth that only applies to our universe?28:41 – I suspect I know the answer, but: in some fantasy-genre systems of magic (in particular, I’m thinking of the works of Tamora Pierce, which are aimed at young girls), magic is described as natural-born talent which involves being able to engage your personal energy to achieve desired results like healing, transfiguration, etc… It is specifically mentioned that only some humans can do this, and the ability is from birth, so no involvement of demons or other supernatural figures. Of course this talent can be used for evil, like anything else. If, however, magic like this was a God-given talent, would it be licit to use this talent for things like healing on recognition that this is God working through you?40:44 – Did Moses eat mushrooms and hallucinated the burning bush?45:14 – Would it be a formal apostasy, heresy, or schism to profess belief in a multiverse and/or simulation hypothesis where an alternate reality exists in which the substance of our Divine Revelation either never happened or happened in an opposite way or where our dogmatic facts & moral laws do not apply or apply in the reverse?52:18 – If we are living in a simulation with our physical bodies suspended in a hibernation capsule in the base reality, would our sacraments be valid? What if some of us are A.I. characters within the simulation and just don’t know it, do we still have a soul -
In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, we explore a fascinating Gospel mystery: When Jesus began His public ministry, did anyone recognize Him as the same child who once astonished the elders in the Temple? We dig into Scripture and tradition to consider whether that moment left a lasting impression—and why the Gospels remain silent on this point.
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02:45 – I hope this email finds you well. I’m a longtime admirer of your work in Catholic apologetics and your thoughtful approach to complex questions. I have a hypothetical theological question inspired by the movie Groundhog Day that I’d love to hear your perspective on. In the film, Phil Connors is trapped in a time loop, reliving February 2nd repeatedly, with only his memory carrying over each day. From a Catholic perspective, if someone in a real-life time loop committed sins during earlier iterations of the loop, but then they broke the cycle, waking up on February 3rd, would they need to confess the sins from the previous loops? Since the loop resets the world and only the person remembers their actions, do those sins carry moral or sacramental weight after the loop ends?12:18 – Hi, I am a mega fan of Jimmy Akin’s Mysterious World, I am fourteen and I have a weird question for you. First, in Lord of the Rings, how culpable are people for mortal sin when they wear the One Ring? I am asking because it is possible to ignore the temptation of the Ring.20:20 – My second question is does the Holy Spirit guide other sects of the Catholic church such as Greek Orthodox or the Coptic? Keep the great work up, and it would make my day if you answer my questions on weird questions with Jimmy Akin.22:28 – Is the website created by soon to be canonized Bl. Carlos Acutis a relic? For that matter, are the writings of Saints, whether in written or digital form, relics?28:45 – Studies show that everyone likely has at least one doppelgänger. Could it be when we make life altering decisions, that a doppelgänger is actually split from us and onto a separate timeline? Like, for example, what if a doppelgänger of me actually stayed with that guy I dated and is now living the life I would have led had I not dumped him?35:15 – Everyone seems to believe aliens, if they exist, must be strange and non-human like. But, isn’t it possible that life on another earth like planet could mirror ours? And, if so, what if the mysterious Man from Taured was actually an alien human from another earth like planet?46:30 – Could Melchizedek have been a Zoroastrian? -
In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, we explore a fascinating Gospel mystery: When Jesus began His public ministry, did anyone recognize Him as the same child who once astonished the elders in the Temple? We dig into Scripture and tradition to consider whether that moment left a lasting impression—and why the Gospels remain silent on this point.
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Questions Covered:
05:06 – Did Jesus change when he was incarnated? 18:54 – I married a convert but was married under the conduction that he would receive the rest of his sacraments after marriage. He hasn’t done it. Am I sinning by going to communion since he hasn’t fulfilled that? 24:13 – Can you expound on Mary being the new Eve? 36:53 – Is there any indication that anybody recognizes the adult Jesus as the child who impressed the elders at the temple when his parents lost him? 45:18 – Why isn’t it required that the Church give you the option to receive under both species? -
In this intellectually rich episode of Catholic Answers Live, we explore a key theological difference between East and West: How can man be united with God if God’s energies are uncreated and eternal? We examine the Catholic understanding of divinization (theosis), grace, and the beatific vision—and how these differ from the Orthodox view of God’s “energies.”
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Questions Covered:
05:42 – Did priestly celibacy start because the Church did not want the families to inherit money and property? How do I refute that claim from a protestant? 11:07 – How can I help convince parents to allow their children to attend youth groups? They are hesitant because there are students who attend who have same-sex attraction. 17:33 – I had a Catholic family member who recently passed away. I’m not Catholic. How do I properly ask the intercession of saints for this person’s soul? 23:55 – According to the western view, how can man be united with God if God’s energies are uncreated and eternal? 34:24 – I’m a Protestant chaplain. What is the Church’s opinion of me offering the lourdes supper to Catholics? 44:51 – Weren’t Peter and the other apostles married? Would this nullify your claim on priestly celibacy? 49:22 – Would a confession be acceptable for a plenary indulgence if I go a week before fulfilling the rest of the criteria? 51:37 – Do the Orthodox believe that the laity can invalidate councils? How can I use that information apologetically? -
Orthodox vs. Anglican communion, pro-life ethics, voting dilemmas, spiritual encounters, and New Testament objections—Catholic answers to tough questions.
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00:15 – Content creator highlight: The Religious Hippie 19:54 – Why would we be able to receive communion in some circumstances at an Orthodox church but not at an Anglican Church? 28:50 – If we are not allowed to choose between the life of the mother vs the baby in the pro-life debate, why do some Catholic circles say when you do have to decide, the life of the mother supersedes the life of the baby? 33:41 – Hypothetical: If you were voting between 2 candidates, one was causing physical harm and the other spiritual harm, how should one vote? 39:42 – How do we respond to the secular arguments against the New Testament? 45:32 – What does the Church have to say if we sense a family member who has passed away is trying to reach out to us? 49:24 – How do I help guide my Catholic aunt who goes to a Lutheran church and believes she’s receiving the real presence? -
In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, we tackle one of the most intriguing questions about the Bible’s development: If the disciples and early Christians referenced the Book of Enoch, why isn’t it part of the biblical canon? We explore the Church’s criteria for canonization, Enoch’s influence, and why it ultimately didn’t make the cut.
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Questions Covered:
03:51 – Why was Enoch not considered canon if the disciples referenced it?14:25 – Why is confession to a priest necessary?21:17 – Who is St. Mary Salome? Was she the Blessed Mother’s sister?25:07 – Why is the penalty of sin, death? It seems so harsh.33:55 – Rather than having a Catholic funeral Is having a mortuary service burial, okay?35:32 – Is there any truth to the rumor that the baptism formula was in Jesus name early on?40:30 – What would be the implications of a person without a soul?44:45 – Could a Catholic accept Jesus as the new Isaac and Peter as the new Abraham as an explanation of Mt. 16:18-19?49:17 – My husband is interested in Catholicism. He asked: 1 Peter 2:25 Why is the word bishop replaced to overseer in some versions? -
In this heartfelt episode of Catholic Answers Live, we address one of the most difficult situations a Catholic can face: What if your spouse is resistant—or even hostile—to the idea of conversion? We offer practical and pastoral advice on how to approach this conversation with patience, love, and truth, without pushing them away.
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Questions Covered:
07:17 – How does the soul know whether it’s in heaven, hell or purgatory? 12:49 – How do I bring up the conversation about converting to a spouse who is not friendly to Catholicism? 20:01 – Why don’t we hear about the intercession of the Old Testament saints? 23:34 – Can a person be in good standing with the Church and be an annihilationist? 33:41 – How can I have a more genuine relationship with Jesus? 37:20 – Why are the eastern right patriarchs not named cardinals? 41:34 – Why do Catholics do Eucharistic adoration but other churches like the Orthodox don’t? 45:29 – What was the purpose of the dream of Pilot’s wife, Claudia? 51:05 – I don’t think belief in annihilationism jeopardizes being in good standing with the Church. JRR Tolkien would agree with me. Can you clarify your thoughts? -
In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, we tackle one of the most persistent Protestant arguments against the Catholic canon: Did St. Jerome actually reject the Deuterocanonical books? Some claim he supported a 66-book Bible—so what’s the truth? We unpack what Jerome really believed, what he said about the Septuagint, and how his writings have been misused.
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Questions Covered:
14:05 – How do we respond to protestants that will use St. Jerome to support their 66 book canon? 24:37 – What are the differences between the Greek, and Russian Orthodox churches and why do they disagree so much? 31:13 – Who was the author that helped write Hebrews? 34:22 – How does the Church judge when one is really inspired? 43:34 – Was Mark plagiarized from Luke and Matthew? -
In one of the most compassionate and powerful episodes of Catholic Answers Live, we take on difficult but crucial questions about mental health, suicide, guilt, and healing from a Catholic perspective.
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Questions Covered:
20:16 – What can I do for my son who has Autism and recently tried to take his own life? How can I support him?24:46 – What will it take for mental health to catch up to actually treating people, especially those considering suicide?40:57 – I’m new to the faith and my friend who helped me come to the faith has been struggling mentally so much lately. How can I be a support for him?45:19 – We tend to feel guilt after we sin, but do we get out of the constant dwelling of that guilt?47:48 – Where do you feel the Eucharist fits into mental health and healing? -
In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, we tackle a wide range of thought-provoking questions from callers seeking clarity on Catholic teaching and practice. The highlight question: Can a Catholic date a non-denominational Christian—and make it work spiritually and relationally? Steve Ray offers pastoral wisdom and theological insight into navigating interdenominational dating with truth and charity.
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14:02 – How do I defend our claim that the woman in Revelation 12 is Mary?18:21 – Can the saints return to earth in spirit, and can they audibly communicate with us?29:51 – How do I get over past hurts and addictions?33:27 – What advice can you offer me? I’m Catholic dating a non-denominational girl.36:20 – Why are we not supposed to wear hats when praying? When did that tradition start?41:21 – My grandmother has bought into the prosperity gospel. What advice do you have for approaching her?48:16 – How do I help my Protestant friend trust in the Church’s authority to interpret scripture?53:48 – You mentioned a great book on the geography of the holy land. What is the name of it? - Laat meer zien
