In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John meet Kadesh Swanson, a Catholic artisan pipe maker, to discuss the joys of smoking a pipe and the benefits it has to our lives and souls. We go into the transcendentals inherently found in the craft of making high-quality pipes, as well as how fraternity, contemplation, and more can be found in smoking. Join us as we unpack the rich history of pipe smoking.In this episode we discuss; How to get started making pipes How pipe smoking is rich in history and tradition How God can use a craft or trade to bring you closer to Him The beauty found in enjoying a pipe And More Kadesh J Swanson (pronounced Kuh-day-sh) was born and raised in the Pacific northwest. He has been a Catholic his whole life and a pipe maker for close to 8 years. He loves studying theology, and spending time with his family. When he is not in the shop making pipes he is usually at a farmers market making tacos for the locals.Instagram Page: https://www.instagram.com/kjpipesVideo: https://vimeo.com/326082806 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Catholic Gentleman is joined with Nathan Misirian who leads the Healing After Abortion Men's Task Force and works with Support After Abortion. Nathan discusses his work with men and why everyone needs to be aware of this reality and what each man can do to help.FREE VIRTUAL EVENT - Unraveling The Roots of Men's Trauma - https://www.menhealingfromtrauma.comLearn More About Nathan's Work - https://supportafterabortion.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John unpack the tremendously rich patrimony the desert fathers have given the world but are lost in the west. We are joined by the knowledgable and experienced director, Fr. David Abernethy (An Oratorian), to go back to the roots of this spiritual tradition that is unmatched in its ability to overcome temptations and grow in unity with Christ. Learn how to actually strengthen your will, unite your heart and mind, and how a life not working on frequent asceticism can never fully achieve the unity with God that is possible before death.In this episode we discuss; How even Catholic conversations online add to the noise of the world How ascetical practices are greater than mere reparation for sins How Eastern Spirituality must be renewed in study and practice The problem with priests today And More Fr. David Abernethy was born in Johnstown PA and is a Father of The Oratory of Saint Philip Neri in Pittsburgh. Father David converted to Catholicism as an undergraduate at the University of Pittsburgh, where he earned his Bachelors Degree. He also holds Masters Degrees in Sacred Theology and Divinity and has spent many years as a priest studying clinical counseling and Psychoanalysis at the Pittsburgh Psychoanalytic Center where he is an academic candidate. In 1987 the Philokalia was given to Father David as a gift; this gift sparked a love for the Desert Fathers and Eastern Spirituality that Father David has developed for over thirty years. He has a particular interest in the works of Saint John Cassian, Saint John Climacus and Saint Isaac the Syrian. Father David was ordained to the Priesthood 1994. The podcast link is: https://philokalia.podbean.com/The Philokalia Resource page is: https://www.thepittsburghoratory.org/philokalia-ministries Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John discuss the crisis of masculinity and gender confusion that is predominant in society. We ask the questions: What did God create in a man that is essential and what is non-essential? Is there a stature that is physically more representative of the Image of God? We discuss how society affects men, their images, their self-worth, and how this is what is really toxic to masculinity.In this episode we discuss; One truth all men must understand Saints and their examples Society's failed image of a man And More Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John meet with the one and only Charles Coulombe to discuss modern chivalry. They discuss the death of chivalry and how society is in desperate need of more chivalrous men. They go into how an allegiance to the Church and all her teachings is at the essence of authentic knighthood and masculinity.In this episode we discuss; The demise of modern society 12 books on chivalry every man should know How men are called to be knights for our time The history of knighthood The effects of poor leadership And More Charles Coulombe, is an American author, historian, and lecturer. He has appeared on Fox, ABC, BBC, National Catholic Register, Catholic Herald, and dozens of other notable locations. He is the author of 15 books including Vicars of Christ: A History of the Popes, Blessed Emperor Charles: the Legacy of a Holy monarch, and A Catholic quest for the Holy Grail. He can be found regularly on Tumblar House on both the website and Youtube Channel. Enjoy his weekly show “Off The Menu”.Tumblar House - https://www.tumblarhouse.comOff the Menu - https://www.youtube.com/c/TumblarHouseGo to our site to find all 12 books discussed on the show - https://catholicgentleman.com/2021/09/chivalry-in-the-modern-world/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John discuss how true success in life is measured. They bring up the pitfalls and temptations that men face in their pursuit of success and the best ways to overcome and triumph for God.In this episode we discuss; The world's view of success 3 prayers that a man can focus on daily to become successful The paradox of success How God views success And More More articles on success - Click here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John are joined by Michael Foley, the author of Drinking with the Saints, to discuss how we can drink alcohol and smoke a pipe while still growing in holiness. We talk about how the Church understands alcohol consumption and how Michael came to write these books. Be sure to listen all the way through so you can learn how to enter into the book drawing.In this episode we discuss; Why Catholics don't think drinking is immoral How enjoying a cigar can be holy Tips for achieving moderation The best Catholic cocktails and how to make some And More Dr. Michael P. Foley is a Professor of Patristics in the Great Texts Program at Baylor University, a Professor of Theology at the Aquinas Institute, and the author of approximately 350 articles and fourteen books, including The Politically Incorrect Guide to Christianity, Drinking with the Saints, Drinking with Saint Nick, and Drinking with Your Patron Saints. Mike and his wife Alexandra live in Waco, Texas with their six children, twelve chickens, two turtles, one dog, and 12,000 bees.Drinking with the Saints Site - https://drinkingwiththesaints.com/Books:Drinking with the SaintsDrinking with Your Patron SaintDrinking with St. NickLearn MoreHow To Drink Like A Saint - https://catholicgentleman.com/2021/09/how-to-drink-like-a-saint Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, Sam and John discuss some incredibly rich traditions within the Catholic Church and the sad decline in our modern times to actively practicing them. These practices have been either marginalized or forgotten but have great value for the Church and our individual pursuit of holiness.In this episode we discuss; The spiritual benefits to these lost traditions The call to each man to start practicing them How your acceptance of these traditions will better your life And more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It was the favorite drink of Vikings. It's made from simple, natural ingredients. It's one of the most ancient alcoholic drinks in existence. It's mead!In this special episode, Sam speaks with master meadmaker, Ricky Klein of Groennfell Meadery. They discuss: the history and origins of mead as a beverage the many different styles of mead making mead at home where you can buy authentic mead and more... Learn More: https://www.groennfell.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Catholic Gentleman, John and Sam meet with Josh Hochschild, co-author of A Mind At Peace, to discuss the fact that modern technology is designed with the human person as the product to be sold, and how the addictive elements are disrupting and deadening our relationship with God, our family and friends, and ourselves. We also discuss the hierarchy of virtues a man needs to work on to regain control of his faculties and grow in holiness.In this episode we discuss; How technology is here to stay but does NOT need to control us How the perennial teachings of the Church can still be used for this combat How each of us struggle and have certain practices we use to stay disciplined And more Joshua P. Hochschild is Professor of Philosophy and Director of Philosophy, Politics and Economics at Mount St. Mary’s University, where he also served six years as the inaugural Dean of the College of Liberal Arts. In addition to scholarly articles and books in medieval logic, metaphysics, ethics and social thought, his writing has appeared in Commonweal, First Things, Front Porch Republic, and the Wall Street Journal. He is co-author (with Christopher O. Blum) of A Mind at Peace: Reclaiming an Ordered Soul in the Age of Distraction (2017) and for 2020-21 he is President of the American Catholic Philosophical Association. He and his wife and their four children live in Emmitsburg, Maryland.Follow Josh on Twitter @JoshHochschildLearn More about Josh at https://directory.msmary.edu/people/joshua-hochschild.htmlPurchase A Mind at Peace: Reclaiming an Ordered Soul in the Age of Distraction - Click Here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices