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Join Dr. Dan Schneider, a spiritual warfare expert and author, as he uncovers the pervasive role of the devil in our culture. He highlights the dark spiritual implications in Hollywood and practices such as Freemasonry and yoga. Schneider emphasizes the importance of recognizing spiritual authority versus mere power in modern society. He discusses generational sin and how it affects families, alongside the protective role of the Blessed Mother in spiritual battles. This engaging conversation urges listeners to stay vigilant in the ongoing spiritual warfare around them.

Jesus spoke extensively about hell, warning humanity of its reality and the consequences of sin. Why do many Christians ignore Jesus's teachings about hell? In this thought-provoking episode of The Conor Gallagher Show, Msgr. Charles Pope, author of the new book The Hell There Is, emphasizes that the modern tendency to downplay hell is a significant heresy that undermines the urgency of faith and repentance. The conversation explores the importance of understanding God's mercy, the need for personal transformation, and the serious implications of our choices regarding salvation. Through biblical references and personal anecdotes, Conor and Msgr. Pope highlight the necessity of acknowledging sin and seeking God's grace to avoid eternal damnation.Be sure to Like, Subscribe, or Follow The Conor Gallagher Show on your favorite podcast platform, and visit ConorGallagherShow.com to sign up for exclusive updates and offers.Use Coupon Code HELL30 To Get 30% Off The BookThe Hell There Is: An Exploration of an Often-Rejected Doctrine of the Church https://tanbooks.com/products/books/the-hell-there-is-an-exploration-of-an-often-rejected-doctrine-of-the-church/CHAPTERS00:01 Trailer05:02 Monsignor Charles Pope Introduction07:15 Exploring the Doctrine of Hell09:19 The Relationship Between Church Attendance and Fear of Hell13:19 The Nature of Mortal Sin and Human Conscience16:24 The Wounds of Humanity and the Need for Healing19:37 The Nature of God's Mercy23:58 The Concept of Purgatory in Salvation28:34 The Cross: A Path to Redemption32:39 C.S. Lewis and the Nature of Forgiveness35:42 Hyperbole in Scripture40:31 The Danger of Idolatry43:29 The Standard of Righteousness46:36 Stewardship of Tradition50:52 The Freedom of Poverty55:57 The Balance of Good and Evil1:00:27 The Nature of Despair and Repentance1:05:09 The Sin of Envy1:11:00 Insights from Exorcism Work1:16:08 The Mystery of Iniquity1:20:31 The Nature of Pride and Freedom1:25:00 The Parable of Wheat and Tares1:29:44 The Wedding Banquet as a Symbol of Heaven1:33:44 Understanding Biblical Knowledge1:40:23 The Eternal Nature of Hell1:45:17 The Fixed Nature of Our Decisions1:49:25 The Dilemma of Existence vs. Annihilation1:53:40 Subtlety in the Nature of Sin1:58:55 The Paradox of Affluence and Anxiety2:01:52 Judgment and the Nature of Hell2:05:22 The Objective Reality of Sin2:09:44 The Nature of Repentance2:13:51 Surrender and Spiritual Growth2:17:53 A Call for More Understanding#spirituality #god #catholic #conorgallaghershow #hell #heaven #judgement #afterlife #christian #scripture #bible #gehenna #sin #faith #doctrine #revelation #gospel #reconciliation

Phillip Campbell, a former mayor turned history author and educator, dives into his bestselling homeschool curriculum, The Story of Civilization. He shares his journey from local politics to crafting this unique narrative approach to history, emphasizing storytelling's role in education. Campbell discusses the evolution of Church history, the significance of figures like St. Francis and Bernard of Clairvaux, and the delicate balance between tradition and modernity within the Church. He also hints at future projects, aiming to inspire students through biographies of saints.

Fr. Stan Fortuna is one of the founding 'instigators' of the Community of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal (the CFR's). Join Conor as Fr. Stan relays the story of his own vocation as well as the CFR's origin story and their charism in the life of the Church. Over the course of a hilarious and meaningful conversation, Fr. Stan also shares:- His love of music and how he channels his faith into writing rap, hip-hop, and more.- Heartwarming stories from his interactions with Mother Teresa, Fr. Benedict Groeschel, and others.- How to balance prudence and charity when serving Christ in the poor.- Spiritual lessons from great saints of the Church including Pope St. John Paul II, St. Therese of Lisieux, and St. Teresa of Avila.- And much more! Be sure to Like, Subscribe, or Follow The Conor Gallagher Show on your favorite podcast platform, and visit https://conorgallaghershow.com/ to sign up for exclusive updates and offers.CHAPTERS(00:00) Trailer(01:52) Introduction(02:32) Fr. Stan’s Visit to Charlotte and Belmont Abbey College(10:20) His Childhood: The Influence of His Parents and Grandparents(16:18) Getting into Music(21:19) Reversion and Being Invited to Bible Study(24:45) Reading a Book on St. Francis & The First Stirring of His Vocation(28:54) Choosing between Music and His Girlfriend(33:58) The Vocational Call Intensifies: The 'Divine Pitbull'(40:17) "Holy Spirit, command me to do your holy will."(46:17) Meeting Fr. Benedict Groeschel and Joining the Franciscans(53:45) Fr. Benedict Encourages Him to Pursue the Priesthood(1:02:16) How the CFR's Were Instigated(1:22:45) What Is the CFR’s Charism and What Was Life Like at the Beginning?(1:32:20) Conor’s Mother Teresa Story and Fr. Benedict Groeschel Story(1:41:15) Stories and Insights from Working with the Poor(1:51:47) How to Balance Prudence and Charity When Giving to the Poor(02:03:51) How to Love Our Neighbors When We Don't Feel Like It: The Connection between Love and Mercy(02:13:43) How to Make a Good Confession(02:19:10) Gender Ideology and How Ministry to Young People Has Changed over the Decades(02:28:17) Fr. Stan's Music(02:56:04) Rapid Fire Questions

Former FBI analyst Marcus Allen shares his remarkable story of personal faith and integrity when challenged by the highest level of secular authority.Allen, a former Marine and devout Catholic, was suspended and had his security clearance revoked for forwarding information that questioned the official FBI narrative about the January 6th Capitol investigation. In his Congressional testimony, Marcus encouraged his fellow Americans to pray the Rosary and live the Gospel of Jesus Christ every day.In this compelling conversation, learn more about:-Marcus's spiritual, personal, and professional background-His specific role in the January 6th Capitol investigation-His perspective on his 27-month FBI suspension-The duty of Americans from a personal, patriotic, and spiritual standpointBe sure to Like, Subscribe, or Follow The Conor Gallagher Show on your favorite podcast platform, and visit ConorGallagherShow.com to sign up for exclusive updates and offers.CHAPTERS(00:00) Trailer(1:55) Opening Prayer and Introduction(04:19) Marcus’s Family and Faith Background(08:38) How Marcus Joined the Marines(13:00) Leaving the Marines and Becoming a Contract Analyst(20:10) How Marcus Joined the FBI(26:50) Marcus Meets His Wife at the FBI(28:52) The Move to Charlotte (+ Stay-At-Home Dad season)(40:07) When Everything Changed - January 6th(43:12) Marcus Starts Questioning the Narrative(51:08) DCI Office Curating Capitol Video Footage(55:31) Bureau Downplays Presence of FBI Assets on January 6th(01:01:21) Were FBI Assets Instigating Violence at the Capitol?(01:13:48) Marcus Sends the Email that Gets Him in Trouble(01:31:15) Marcus Refuses the COVID-19 Shot and Refuses to Surrender His Medical Information(01:42:40) The Cracker Barrel Meeting(01:49:28) Witnessing to Christ in the Public Square(01:53:09) How Marcus Stayed Strong Through Everything(02:03:02) Why Did They Question Marcus's Allegiance to America?(02:08:05) What Marcus Did After Being Suspended(02:17:41) Did the FBI Go After Traditional Catholics in Response to Marcus’s Situation?(02:20:30) What Happened to the FBI? How Did We Get Here?(02:34:26) Is It Possible to Reform the FBI?(02:42:47) Responding to Famous Clips from Marcus’s Hearing(02:58:18) Are Marcus’s Views Apocalyptic?

FREE BOOK GIVEAWAY!!!We're giving away 1,000 copies of The Battle of the Virtues and Vices by Pope Saint Leo IX.Use Discount Code CGS1000 To Get Your FREE Copy Here: https://bit.ly/3HKNm6JHow do we maintain faith in a confusing and chaotic world?In this compelling episode of The Conor Gallagher Show, Fr. Basil Cole, OP, draws on his immense experience to illuminate the path to spiritual growth even amidst uncertainty. The discussion addresses the current conflicts within the Church and emphasizes the importance of Divine Providence during these challenging times. Fr. Cole shares his personal journey to becoming a Dominican and a parish missionary, highlighting the struggles and theological confusion he faced, particularly during the tumultuous period of Vatican II. The conversation delves into the significance of living a penitential life, the complexities of sin, and the necessity of understanding virtues and vices, particularly pride and vainglory.Angelic Virtues and Demonic Vices by Fr. Basil Cole, OP: https://tanbooks.com/products/books/angelic-virtues-and-demonic-vices-aquinas-practical-principles-for-reaching-heaven-and-avoiding-hell/Learn more about Fr. Cole: https://dhs.edu/people/rev-basil-cole-o-p/Be sure to Like, Subscribe, or Follow The Conor Gallagher Show on your favorite podcast platform, and visit ConorGallagherShow.com to sign up for exclusive updates and offers.CHAPTERS00:01 Thank You and Book Giveaway00:45 Trailer03:10 What Is Heaven Like?12:40 Why Priests Should Preach More About Heaven14:35 Fr. Basil Cole's Vocation Story20:05 A Terrible Time In The Church25:55 Living Through Vatican II As A Religious31:43 Liturgy Wars38:42 Conflict In Modern Church43:45 What Death Is Like52:35 Mortal Sin1:06:50 The Sin Conor Thinks Is Infecting Our World The Most1:10:30 Pride and Vainglory1:17:20 How Vices Are Connected1:19:30 The Virtue of Penance1:23:45 The Theology of Penance1:26:50 Salami Sandwiches, Beer, and Scotch1:28:20 Seeing Your Children Sin1:33:55 Soft Living1:41:55 Anger and Gentleness1:47:08 Confession Surprises

Who is Pope Leo XIV and can he turn confusion into clarity in the Catholic Church?Fr. Gerald Murray lends his decades of expertise to The Conor Gallagher Show to discuss the transition from Pope Francis to Pope Leo XIV, highlighting the new pope's desire to establish his own identity while addressing the challenges faced by the Church. Other key topics include:-Why the name Leo XIV matters-What might change with the Latin Mass and Traditionis Custodes-The rise of synodality and where it’s taking the Church-What Pope Leo may do about Viganò, Bishop Strickland, and the Roman Curia-The implications of Fiducia Supplicans and blessings for same-sex couples-The death penalty and whether the Catechism’s current language may be revisited-How the Church can confront and heal from clergy abuse in a serious and lasting wayIf you want to better understand this moment in Church history—and what may be coming next—don’t miss this episode. This is a conversation every Catholic should care about.Be sure to Like, Subscribe, or Follow The Conor Gallagher Show on your favorite podcast platform, and visit https://conorgallaghershow.com/ to sign up for exclusive updates and offers.CHAPTERS00:01 Trailer Preview01:47 Opening & Introduction05:22 Roadmap for the Conversation06:45 The Conclave and the Election of Pope Leo XIV10:50 Vatican Finances / Annual Debt14:57 Promise of Pope Leo’s New Perspective on Vatican Finances15:28 Choice of the Name Leo XIV18:00 Artificial Intelligence / Industrial Revolution / Moral Analysis19:30 Dealing with Unemployment Created by AI Automation23:50 Importance of Universal Education / Disaster of US Education24:26 Early Indications of Pope Leo’s Style26:24 You’re Not Going to Reform an Institution by Putting Previous #2 into #1 Spot27:12 Leo Put a Religious Woman into a Head Position / Concerning to Fr. Murray27:35 CDF / Secretary of State (Parolin & Fernandez)28:35 Ratzinger, Mueller, Fernandez29:50 Fernandez’s Author of “Responsa” for Traditionis Custodes31:30 What Might Leo XIV Do with the Vigano Situation?36:21 What About Bishop Strickland?39:01 Paul VI, JPII, Benedict XVI & Francis – Restricting & Supporting Latin Mass45:35 What Will Leo Do With the Latin Mass?46:58 What a Bishop Can Do to Prescribe Certain Liturgical Practices in His Diocese50:42 Bishops Cannot Prohibit Something Permitted by Roman Missal53:40 SSPX and Traditional Latin Mass – Logical Inconsistency56:46 Does SSPX Chapel Fulfill Sunday Obligation?57:40 The Regularization of SSPX That Never Happened59:33 Can a Catholic in Charlotte Go to SSPX Chapel? 1:01:17 Does a New Religious Order or Community Need Bishop’s Approval to Move into a Diocese?1:03:42 Fiducia Supplicans: “One of the Worst” Documents to Ever Come Out of Vatican 1:04:59 Church’s Long-Standing Definition of “Couple” 1:08:28 Blessing a “Couple” Without Blessing Their “Coupleness” 1:10:07 Problem: Leading People into Mortal Sin Activity Without Them Understanding It1:11:30 Fr. James Martin Giving a Blessing to Two Gay Men the Day After Document is Published1:14:05 Fr. Murray’s Review of Fr. Martin’s LGBT Book 1:19:27 “Verbal Engineering Precedes Social Engineering”1:20:35 God Created Human Body for Certain Purposes1:26:28 What Church Should Be Doing Regarding LGBT?1:29:10 “Smoke of Satan Has Entered into Church” – Heresy, Immorality, etc...1:29:54 How Did Homosexuality Make Its Way So Deeply into Church/Clergy? 1:33:00 “Book of Gomorrah” by St. Damien1:37:00 Dealing with Transgender Ideology1:42:49 Introducing Synodality: “Prediction: We Have a Problem Here”1:47:37 Problem with Nun Leading Dicastery for Religious1:49:42 German “Synodal Way” Demands for Heretical Ideas 1:51:20 Argument Over Continuity vs. Discontinuity of Vatican II1:54:58 How Synodality Can End Up Mirroring Protestantism 1:58:20 Apostolic Letter Amoris Laetitia2:04:39 Do You Know Other Examples of a Pope Teaching Things Contrary to Church’s Teaching?2:07:43 The Death Penalty2:09:00 How Does Pope Change the Catechism Without Bishops?2:11:00 Types of “Infallibility”2:13:14 McCarrick Story & Francis’s Responses2:26:46 Hope for This Papacy and Future of Church2:27:38 Rapid Fire Questions: Who Is Fr. Murray? Favorite Movie, Book, etc...

What if instead of going for gold, sports taught us to strive for virtue, allowing us to understand that we only find true satisfaction through sacrifice?The newest episode of the Conor Gallagher Show dives deep into the psyche and the soul of world-class athletes with Catholic sports psychologist Dr. Bill Thierfelder. In a way that only longtime friends can, Conor and Bill's wide-ranging conversation covers:- Why Bill is known as The Man Who Saved Belmont Abbey College- Bill's athletic career as an elite high jumper- Incorporating Catholicism into sports psychology- How superhuman feats are possible- Why pursuing virtue is the true pinnacle in sports- How love, not money, is the biggest motivating force in lifeThis can't-miss conversation premieres this Wednesday at 7 p.m. EDT.CHAPTERS:(03:21) The Man Who Saved Belmont Abbey College(05:06) Writing The Book: Less Than a Minute To Go(11:11) Bill’s Athletic Career(22:11) Advising Athletes When Their Careers End(24:01) Joy in Suffering and Incorporating the Catholic Faith Into Sports Psychology(25:39) Assessing People Spiritually, Physically, and Mentally Within 10 Minutes of Meeting Them(37:21) The Kinds of Athletes with Which Bill Worked(39:26) NFL Stigma Around Working With A Sports Psychologist(45:31) The Ability to Focus(54:21) Making Golf Putts With Your Eyes Closed(01:00:42) How Super-Human Feats Are Possible: John Landy 1956 Run(01:11:49) Nine-Year-Old Jeremy Schill(01:19:54) "Seriously Sifting Sand" - The Genius of Children Focusing(01:21:15) The Lenny Skutnik Story(01:27:44) The Two Things We Desire Most: Objective Truth & Authentic Love(01:31:34) God Made Us to Play(01:32:54) Sport Vs. Play(01:35:09) The Problem Is Not Sports(01:36:37) Sport Obsession Starts with Family(01:38:54) Every Football Player I Worked with Was a Unique Specimen Made by God(01:43:22) The Money Problem in Sports(01:44:04) Virtue and Athletic Performance(01:48:24) Improving Your Team through Virtue(01:51:25) Bill's “Thank you Jesus” Story(01:56:40) A Common Coaching Mistake(01:59:54) No Happiness without Sacrifice(02:02:59) The 10-Minute Morning(02:05:30) The Biggest Motivator is Love(02:08:31) Finding the Love at the Ballet(02:09:35) The Architect(02:17:24) Union with God is Union with the Present Moment(02:22:28) Comparing Ourselves to Other PeoplePlease subscribe to The Conor Gallagher Show and turn on notifications so you don’t miss an episode!

What are the moral implications of IVF, cloning, de-extinction, and AI?In this thought-provoking episode of the Conor Gallagher Show, renowned bioethicist Fr. Tad Pacholczyk addresses these ethical dilemmas with a fullness of thought and clarity uncommon in today's world. The conversation highlights the moral implications of manipulating embryos and the potential consequences of de-extinction efforts, such as bringing back woolly mammoths. Conor and Fr. Pacholczyk also explore the complexities of embryo adoption and the responsibilities that come with frozen embryos, advocating for a more regulated infertility industry. Additionally, the discussion touches on the challenges posed by AI and transhumanism, raising questions about the future of human interaction and the ethical boundaries of technology. This episode provides a balanced scientific and moral perspective of the greatest modern technological advances.Learn more about Fr. Pacholczyk's work at the National Catholic Bioethics Center: https://www.ncbcenter.org/Please subscribe to The Conor Gallagher Show and turn on notifications so you don’t miss an episode!CHAPTERS(00:00) Preview(02:25) Conor's First Encounter with Fr. Pacholczyk 20+ Years Ago(05:12) De-Extinction: Woolly Mice and Dire Wolves(16:05) Fr. Pacholczyk Biography(18:48 ) Neanderthal Man(22:35) Scientific Backlash to Genetic Changes in Human Embryos(27:50) Human Cloning(30:00) Moral Implications of Cloning(39:17) Pro-Abortion Argument Lacks Logic(54:20) IVF(56:15) Moral Teaching of Catholic Church on IVF(1:02:27) Parental Obligation to Embryos(1:11:15) Catholic Church Teaching on Embryo Adoption(1:21:35) Moral Implications of IVF(1:46:05) Golden Rule that Drives the Infertility Industry(1:58:10) Anti-Aging Obsession(2:00:58) Artificial Intelligence and Bioethics#Bioethics #IVFEthics #CloningDebate #DeExtinction #AIandMorality #EmbryoEthics #Transhumanism #CatholicBioethics #FaithAndScience #IVFMorality #RespectLife#EthicsOfCreation #ConorGallagherShow

In this episode of The Conor Gallagher Show, Conor sits down with Hadley Arkes, the main advocate and architect of the bill that became known as the Born-Alive Infants’ Protection Act, to discuss how the justice system lost its soul and how to get it back.Arkes, the founder and director of the James Wilson Institute on Natural Rights & the American Founding, lends his expertise on issues he has taught and written about for decades, including:The natural right of people to govern themselvesThe justice system's inability to grasp natural law and common senseLeading the fight against relativism and abortionHis conversion from Judaism to CatholicismThis conversation is a serious dose of truth delivered by a rare legendary scholar who doesn't take himself too seriously.Learn more about Hadley Arkes' work at https://www.jameswilsoninstitute.org/Please subscribe to The Conor Gallagher Show and turn on notifications so you don’t miss an episode!Chapters(00:01) Preview(02:15) Hadley Arkes Bio(06:15) What Is Natural Law?(09:22) When Conor Made Justice Scalia Angry(11:50) Unnecessarily Overcomplicating Right and Wrong(19:55) Cohen v. California(28:45) The Erosion of Natural Law(35:15) How Arts Can Elevate and Debase Culture(39:40) The Exorcist of Relativism and Roe v. Wade(55:00) Federal vs. State issues(1:07:00) James Wilson Institute on Natural Rights & the American Founding(1:12:52) Why Hadley Converted from Judaism to Catholicism#NaturalLaw #HadleyArkes #ProLife #ProtectTheUnborn #Privacy #Rights #ConorGallagherShow #TANBooks #CatholicFaith #Justice #JusticeSystem #Truth