Tom Nash, contributing apologist, discusses the enduring impact of 'The Exorcist' on its 50th anniversary, highlighting the movie's Catholic themes, portrayal of religious faith and exorcism. They explore the significance of the crucifix and Catholic symbolism, as well as the portrayal of the Catholic church in the movie. They also discuss exorcism in the Catholic Church, concerns about the sequel, and the opportunity for evangelization during Halloween.

Protestantism has some explaining to do about its own traditions. Did the new theologies of the reformers actually make sense? Do they make sense today? John Martignoni joins us. Cy Kellett: Hello and welcome to Focus, the Catholic Answers Podcast for living, understanding and defending your Catholic faith. I’m Cy Kellett, your host, and we got a long time author with a new book. And the new book is about does Protestantism make sense? And it’s a Catholic approach to looking at Protestantism and just asking in a basic, honest, straightforward way, does this hang together? Would a …

Karlo Broussard, an apologist, explains why Catholics believe in the literal presence of Jesus in the Eucharist. He counters Protestant arguments against it and explores the reaction of the Jews and Jesus' disciples to his teaching in John 6.

Tim Staples, Catholic speaker and apologist, discusses the Gospel of Thomas and its relation to Gnostic teachings. He analyzes the sayings in the Gospel, addresses the misconception of misogyny, and explores the disappearance and resurgence of Gnostic writings. The podcast also delves into the offensive nature of the incarnation and emphasizes the strength of the Catholic faith.

Best-selling author Paul Kengor debunks misconceptions about the Catholic Church's role in slavery. He discusses the church's opposition to slavery, its condemnation of the institution, and the excommunication of Catholics who owned slaves. Kengor also highlights the church's advocacy against slavery and its ministry towards enslaved people. The podcast draws parallels between the acceptance of abortion and the acceptance of slavery, emphasizing the importance of resisting cultural norms. The Catholic Church's consistent opposition to slavery throughout history is addressed, along with the presence of slavery in various cultures and time periods.

Angela Franks, a theologian and professor of theology at St. John's Seminary in Boston, discusses the concept of sex positivity, the Church's response to criticism, the impact of pornography on relationships, understanding trauma, and how sex positivity aligns with Catholic teachings on sexuality.

Author Casey Chalk explores the contrasting perspectives on the Bible between Catholicism and Protestantism, focusing on the concept of perspicuity and its implications for understanding the Christian faith. He discusses the ongoing debate among reformers about the essentials of the Christian faith and how the interpretation of John's Gospel challenges the belief in sola scriptura. Chalk also explores the concept of scripture clarity and obscurity within Catholicism and Protestantism, highlighting the role of the Catholic Church in confirming interpretations of scripture. He emphasizes the importance of the Church in interpreting Scripture and defining key doctrines, discussing the need for an external authority, like the Church, to provide certainty and guidance. Chalk concludes by discussing the reasons why Protestants should submit to the authority of the Catholic Church in regard to scriptural interpretation, highlighting the challenges faced by Protestantism and the confident interpretive power of Catholicism.

Tim Staples, Christian apologist and speaker, explains the dangers of thinking Christianity is purer without doctrine. They discuss the significance of doctrine in maintaining unity and understanding in the Church. They emphasize the importance of philosophy and theology in understanding Jesus and the role of the magisterium in interpreting scripture and tradition. They highlight the significance of Jesus' human soul and the role of the magisterium in understanding the Trinity.

What does it mean that Jesus “rose from the dead?” Did his body literally come back to life? What kind of life? Joe Heschmeyer discusses common errors about the Resurrection, and the beautiful truths we often miss. Cy Kellett: Hello and welcome to Focus the Catholic Answers Podcast for living, understanding, and defending your Catholic faith. I’m Cy Kellett, your host, joined in studio this time by Joe Heschmeyer. We usually connect with him via the internet. Joe, welcome. Joe Heschmeyer: Hi. It’s good to be here in person. Cy Kellett: I’m awfully glad to have yo…

With “Oppenheimer” filling up the cinemas, and today being the anniversary of the bombing of Hiroshima, we take a look back at an earlier episode we produced about the morality of dropping the atom bomb. Can a Catholic assent to blowing up entire cities? What about when to do so will save perhaps millions of lives? Catholic Answers President Chris Check joins us as we consider again America’s use of Atomic weapons to end a long, bitter war with Japan. Cy Kellett: Why would a Catholic support nuking Hiroshima and Nagasaki? Chris Check is next. Cy Kellett: Hello, and welcome t…