

Pints With Aquinas
Matt Fradd
Long form discussions, debates, and teachings on the Catholic faith.
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Dec 16, 2023 • 15min
What Exactly is SCHISM? | Fr. Gregory Pine O.P
Fr. Gregory Pine O.P discusses various versions and accusations of Schism in the Church. Topics include: St. Thomas Aquinas' definition of schism, ecclesial unity and its components, the importance of unity in salvation, the impact of schism on the Church's unity, and clinging to Christ despite differences.

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Dec 15, 2023 • 3h 3min
Eastern Orthodoxy, Schoolyard Fights, & Exodus 90 (Derek Cummins) | Ep. 439
In this entertaining podcast, the speakers discuss their journey of becoming Orthodox and the appeal of Eastern Catholicism and Orthodoxy. They also explore the lack of knowledge among different religious groups, the diversity and hope in Catholicism, and the childhood memories of wrestling matches, head trauma, and crushes. The speakers touch on the role of Exodus 90 in men's lives, calendar differences, fasting challenges, and finding a fraternity. They also engage in lighthearted conversations about humor, Catholic traditions, sleeping preferences, and personal preferences like hats and mustaches.

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Dec 9, 2023 • 15min
Weird Parts of the Life of Prayer | Fr. Gregory Pine O.P.
Fr. Gregory Pine, Catholic priest, discusses the weird parts of the life of prayer. He explores the components of prayer, the role of prayer in salvation, and the power of prayer and intercession, sharing personal experiences of challenges in the mountains and praying to saints for help.

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Dec 8, 2023 • 2h 8min
How Smashing the Patriarchy DESTROYED Women (Dr. Carrie Gress) | Ep. 438
Dr. Carrie Gress discusses her book 'The End of Woman: How Smashing the Patriarchy Destroyed Us' and talks about the surprising findings on first wave feminism. They explore the importance and misunderstanding of patriarchy, the origins of the Declaration of Sentiments, the destructive influence of radical feminism, the concept of submission in marriage, and the perception of women's roles in society.

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Dec 2, 2023 • 19min
Should I Give Money to Poor People? | Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P.
Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P., a Catholic priest and author, discusses the concept of mercy and our responsibility towards the poor. He explores different perspectives on giving money, the importance of virtues, making restitution, and humanizing acts of assistance.

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Dec 2, 2023 • 3h 33min
From Mormon Missionary to Catholic (Isaac Hess) | Ep. 437
Former LDS missionary Isaac Hess joins to talk about his journey to Catholicism, from doubts about Joseph Smith to questions about LDS history and Orthodoxy, before settling on Catholicism. They discuss transitioning from LDS to Catholicism, challenges of missionary work, and navigating doubts and seeking help. They also explore Joseph Smith's early years, exploring different faith traditions, and the importance of reading the New Testament in modern translation.

Nov 25, 2023 • 14min
What is the DEADLIEST Sin? | Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P.
Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. breaks down the greatest and gravest of sins based on the thought of Thomas Aquinas. They discuss the severity of sins based on status, sins against God and charity, the origin of hatred of God, and overcoming obstacles to the love of God.

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Nov 22, 2023 • 2h 60min
All Your Vatican 2 Questions Answered! (Dr. Richard DeClue) | Ep. 436
Dr. Richard DeClue, an expert on The Second Vatican Council, discusses the historical context and purpose of Vatican II, addresses misconceptions regarding salvation outside the Catholic Church, highlights the Strive21.com course for overcoming pornography addiction, explores media coverage and misconceptions about Vatican II, and delves into the failures in implementing the council. The speakers also explore issues with the Novosorta, discuss challenges in today's cultural context, and emphasize the importance of good catechesis.

Nov 18, 2023 • 13min
How Can Faith Be So Certain? | Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P.
Father Gregory Pine discusses how faith can be certain, exploring its different aspects, grounding in divine truth, reasoning upon doctrines, and its importance in human life.

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Nov 15, 2023 • 2h 58min
Father Boniface Gives Matt Spiritual Direction For 3 Hours | Ep. 435
Father Boniface, a spiritual director, provides spiritual guidance and direction in this episode. They discuss various topics including the importance of listening and understanding in spiritual direction, exploring inner multiplicity and letting go of certain parts, creating a safe space for children, finding comfort in God's presence, Marian consecration, facing challenges and embracing limitations, and supporting and nurturing priests spiritually. They also explore the concepts of redemptive suffering, active and passive purgations in prayer, contemplation of the mysteries of the Rosary, hearing Jesus speak, connecting spiritual lives in marriage, Aquinas' view on remedies for sorrow, and the significance of relationships, hobbies, and humor in life.