

The Catholic Talk Show
Ryan Scheel, Ryan DellaCrosse, and Fr. Richard Pagano
The Catholic Talk Show is a hilarious, entertaining, and informative Catholic podcast featuring Ryan DellaCrosse, Ryan Scheel, and Fr. Rich Pagano.
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Aug 25, 2025 • 51min
The Pope & The Führer: The Secret Vatican Files with Michael Knowles
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan are joined by Michael Knowles from The Daily Wire to explore the truth about Pope Pius XII's actions during WWII and how he helped to save hundreds of thousands of Jewish lives.
Episode 331:
In this episode, we will discuss:
• How Did Pius XII's get falsly accused of being "Hitler's Pope"?
• How The KGB used propaganda against the Church during the Cold War
• How many lives did Pius XII & The Church save during The Holocaust?
• How Files in Vatican Secret Archives show the truth
• and much more
00:00 Introduction to Pope Pius XII and His Legacy
02:34 The Historical Context of Pius XII's Papacy
05:26 Pius XII's Actions During World War II
08:05 The Myth of Pius XII as Hitler's Pope
10:56 The Role of Propaganda and Historical Revisionism
13:41 The Vatican's Diplomatic Challenges
16:40 The Impact of Modern Ideologies on the Church
19:22 The Search for Truth in Historical Narratives
22:16 Pius XII's Relationship with the Jewish Community
24:47 The Future of the Church and Its Traditions
27:41 Conclusion and Reflections on Pius XII's Legacy
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Aug 18, 2025 • 41min
Catholicism Is Winning.
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss the trend of people, especially young people, returning to faith and rejecting against modern culture.
Episode 330:
In this episode, we will discuss:
• What Are The Current Trends And Stats Showing?
• How Faith In God Has Quadrupled In Some Areas
• Why The Church Always Outlives Every Age
• Why Are People Hungry For God?
• What's Changing That Is Bringing People To God?
• And Much More…
00:00 Reversing Trends in Catholicism
04:15 The Role of the Internet in Faith Revival
09:07 Generational Shifts and the Search for Meaning
18:41 Cultural Context and the Need for Answers
28:02 Hope for the Future of the Church Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 4, 2025 • 53min
Understanding The Sacraments With Fr. Chris Alar
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan are joined by Fr. Chris Alar to discuss The 7 Sacraments of The Catholic Church and how to better understand them and receive their graces.
00:00 Introduction to the Sacraments
02:15 The Importance of Sacraments
05:30 Understanding the Sacraments
10:45 Sacraments of Initiation
18:00 Sacraments of Healing
24:30 Sacraments of Service
30:00 The Role of Grace in Sacraments
35:45 Common Misunderstandings
42:00 Fr. Alar's New Book
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Jul 28, 2025 • 57min
How To Read The Bible with Dr. Scott Hahn
Dr. Scott Hahn, a renowned biblical scholar and theologian, shares the profound impact of Scripture on his conversion to Catholicism. He discusses various reading methods, emphasizing the essential role of Tradition in understanding the Bible. The conversation highlights the interconnectedness of the Old and New Testaments, particularly through the lens of the Eucharist. Hahn also stresses the significance of daily Scripture engagement to deepen one's faith and explores the mission of the St. Paul Center in promoting biblical literacy among Catholics.

Jul 14, 2025 • 1h 5min
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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Jul 7, 2025 • 46min
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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 30, 2025 • 44min
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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 9, 2025 • 54min
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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 2, 2025 • 48min
Face of Jesus On Appears Host: Vatican Approves New Eucharistic Miracle
In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan & Ryan discuss a recently approved Eucharistic miracle where the image of Christ appeared on a host that occurred in 2013 in Vilakkannur, India.
00:00 Introduction to the Eucharistic Miracle
03:01 The Significance of the Miracle
05:57 Investigating the Miracle
09:00 Unity in the Church
11:52 The Role of the Eucharist in Faith
15:05 The Importance of Reverence
18:01 The Transformative Power of the Eucharist
25:09 The Sacraments: A Divine Gift
27:10 Eucharistic Miracles: A Journey of Faith
30:30 Exploring Global Eucharistic Miracles
35:22 The Legacy of Carlo Acutis
38:58 The Power of Prayer and Community Support Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 27, 2025 • 57min
Pope Leo XIV: The American Pope
In this episode of the Catholic Talk Show, Ryan is joined by Dr. Matthew Bunsen to discuss his new book on Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope. He shares insights from his experience covering the recent Conclave, the election of Cardinal Prevost, and the unique aspects of Leo's background and upbringing.
00:00 Introduction to Dr. Matthew Bunsen and Pope Leo XIV
01:54 Covering the Conclave: A Personal Journey
04:42 The Election of Cardinal Prevost: Insights and Surprises
10:08 Cardinal Prevost: An American with Global Influence
15:51 The Formative Years of Robert Prevost
19:59 The Augustinian Influence on Pope Leo XIV
24:55 The Formation of a Future Pope
27:05 Missionary Work in Peru
30:01 Academic Pursuits and Leadership Development
35:44 Visual Symbols and Papal Identity
39:11 Catholic Social Teaching and Modern Challenges
50:04 Crafting a Portrait of Pope Leo XIV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices