Catholic Answers Live #12085 The Steps to Pulling Off Sainthood and More from the Flannel Panel - Joe Heschmeyer
Feb 26, 2025
In this lively discussion, Joe Heschmeyer, an apologist known for his podcast, and Chris Check, President of Catholic Answers, tackle a mix of engaging topics. They explore the canonization process and what it truly means to be declared a saint, blending humor with serious reflections. The conversation flows into cultural critiques of recent films like 'Dune Part 2' and 'Jesus Christ Superstar', touching on Hollywood's influence on faith and ethics. With banter and insight, they also navigate the intersections of isolation, colonialism, and the moral responsibilities of evangelization.
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Italian Hospital Experience
- Joe Heschmeyer's seminary friend, a paratrooper, fell down a mountain, shattering his legs.
- Italian hospital staff focused on comforting him but lacked proper medical care, requiring a medevac to the US.
*Emilia Perez* Discussion
- Cy Kellett asks about the Best Picture nominees, starting with Emilia Perez.
- Joe describes it as a poorly-researched musical about a Mexican drug lord transitioning and becoming nicer.
Amazon Tribe Contact
- An indigenous man from an isolated Amazon tribe made contact with the outside world, seeking help to start a fire.
- He left peacefully but sparked debate about contacting isolated tribes and their right to the Gospel.