The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast Addressing the FAKE Videos of Me (w/ Fr. Mike Schmitz)
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Nov 13, 2025 Fr. Mike dives into the alarming rise of AI-generated scams impersonating him. He provides insights on how easily technology can deceive and tips for recognizing fake content. The conversation shifts to how technology enhances and stifles our human capacities, raising concerns about the future of creativity. Fr. Mike contrasts idealized visions of technological progress with the risk of preferring virtual connections over real-life interactions. He encourages listeners to reflect thoughtfully on the implications of new technologies in their lives.
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Personal Experience With AI Scams
- Fr. Mike describes AI-generated scam videos and audio that impersonate him to solicit money and deliver fake sermons.
- He asks listeners to report AI profiles or questionable videos to support@ascensionpress.com for removal help.
Report Fake Fundraising Videos
- If you see videos of Fr. Mike soliciting funds for Lourdes or similar offers, treat them as scams and do not click.
- Send suspicious links to support@ascensionpress.com so Ascension can work to remove them.
Technology Extends Yet Amputates Capacities
- Every technology extends a human capacity while also risking that capacity becoming stunted or amputated.
- The printing press, bicycles, cars, and the internet all extended abilities but reduced reliance on human memory or effort.