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A podcast by dads for ALL men. Ryan and Alex here! Join us as we navigate the challenges of faith, fatherhood, and everyday life. We aren't experts or theologians. We're just two Catholic dads trying to grow in holiness while figuring out this thing called life. Join us as we explore practical ways to be spiritual leaders in our families and communities, share insights from saints and scripture, and discuss the struggles and joys of living out our faith in the modern world. Welcome to "The Catholic Dad Pod"
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After celebrating their son’s first birthday, Ryan and Tess open up about the incredible journey of their first year as parents. In this intimate conversation with Alex, they share how God’s presence has been revealed through sleepless nights, answered prayers, and the quiet moments that shaped their faith and family.
Join us this episode as we sit down with two of our closest friends, Chase and Karlie Kincaid, to discuss their separate but intertwined conversion stories. We dive into their biggest questions concerning the Catholic faith, the people who helped them along the way, and how they ultimately arrived home in the Catholic Church. Follow Karlie’s page @kindredinkairos on Instagram or TikTok! A space for Catholics who want to go deeper in faith, theology, and truth. Expect thoughtful conversations on apologetics, prolife topics, and family life all centered on grace, belonging, and learning to live in God’s perfect time.
Join us as we explore how Christ reveals Himself through the people in our lives, from our closest family members, a stranger at church, even your boss at work. In this episode, we reflect on how seeing His light in others not only deepens our faith but also challenges us to become reflections of Christ for those around us.
From school shootings to the assassination of Charlie Kirk, our news cycle seems to overflow with stories of tragedy, darkness, and evil showing its face in the world. It can leave us shaken, searching for answers, and wondering how to make sense of it all. In this episode, we dive into man’s natural reaction to evil, wrestle with the question of where it truly comes from, and remind ourselves of God’s ultimate victory over it.
Join us as we dive into the topic of time: how we spend it, how we waste it, and how we can better order it as Catholic men, husbands, and fathers. From balancing work, family, and faith to making space for prayer in the middle of busy schedules, we reflect on recent triumphs and struggles.
Join us as we sit down with filmmaker Anthony D’Ambrosio, writer and director of Triumph of the Heart, the upcoming film about St. Maximilian Kolbe. Anthony opens up about his own struggles with faith, how Kolbe’s sacrifice brought him hope, and the incredible story behind making this film. Together, we talk about courage, suffering, and what it looks like to bring a saint’s witness of love to life on screen.Triumph of the Heart comes out Septmber 12th! Call your local theater and request a screening now!
Join us as we sit down with AJ Tablada, founder of St. Michael’s Angels, to talk about living out the Gospel through service. AJ shares his journey from visiting lonely hospital patients to building supportive housing communities, and how he and his wife, Melissa, have heard and followed the voice of God in their lives.
Join us for this episode as we discuss the humanity of Jesus Christ, examples from scripture, and how it translates to everyday life as faithful Catholic men. And with College Football right around the corner, see what you think of our Bible character comparisons for every SEC football team.
Hot take time! Join us this week for some Catholic hot takes about a wide range of topics. From family life and prayer to sports and home decor, we dive into our most opinionated episode yet. Agree or disagree? let us know in the comments!
Join us this week for an honest, heartfelt look at our lives, reflecting on where we've seen God’s hand at work the most. From moments of triumph to seasons of trial, we explore how God uses every experience to draw us closer to Him, and we ask the challenging question: are we truly listening for His voice?
You may recognize this week's guest from his large social media following, his Word on Fire content, or even his two appearances on American Ninja Warrior. Join us this week as we interview a priest who wears many hats. Whether it's pastoral duties in his large Little Rock, Arkansas parish, hand crafting knives, hunting and working out, Fr. Stephen Gadberry stays busy, humble, and relatable.
In this episode, we are joined once again by our good friend, Avery Wells, to discuss a rising trend in young Christian families: Home Births. With each of us having personally experienced this unique decision and journey, we come together to share our stories, open the discussion from a father's perspective, and show how our faith and our God carried us through it all.
Join us as we welcome fellow parishioner and dear friend, Michael LaPointe, to discuss varying forms of leadership, rules leaders must follow, and the life of distinguished veteran and late St. Michael the Archangel parishioner, Lt. Gen. Hal Moore.
He has baptized our babies, married our friends, eaten dinner and sipped bourbon with us. In this special episode, we sit down with the priest who helped shape our community’s spiritual foundation. Join us as we welcome Fr. Peyton Plessala to talk about vocation, family, friendship, and the domestic church.
The plague of pornography is running rampant . Our culture desensitizes us, and modern technology makes it more accessible than ever. Join us as we lift the veil on the fantasy and discuss the dangers of this poison, both for our young people and in our marriages.
Join us as we welcome our dear friend and ACTS Retreat brother, Shane Blanchard, on the show to discuss the importance of Christian men sharing their testimony, stepping out of their comfort zone, and finding brothers in Christ.
Join us for a heartfelt conversation with our good friend, Avery Wells. We discuss the highs and lows of striving to be strong Christian husbands and fathers, as well as raising our children with Christ at the center of our families.
Join us as we welcome our good friend, Matt Smith, on the show to discuss Protestant and Catholic similarities and differences in everything from youth group to forgiveness and worship.
Which of the incredible Catholic saints would you put in your starting lineup? Join us as we assemble our starting 11 most influential (non-biblical) saints throughout the history of our church.
Join us on this episode as we reflect on our Catholic schooling, talk about our prayer lives, and discuss everything from our reversions back to our faith to our very existence and death itself.
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