In this episode of the Crooked Lines Podcast, Tom and Father Sam dive deep into one of the most controversial topics in modern culture: the Manosphere. From the "Red Pill" and "Incels" to the obsession with Women, Money, and Power, many young men are looking for a metric to measure their worth in a world where faith is in decline. But is the Manosphere's version of masculinity a breakthrough, or just a dangerous distortion of what it means to be a man? Join Fr. Sam and Tom as they discuss: The "SMP" Trap: How the lust of the flesh, eyes, and pride of life are rebranded as modern success. Dignity vs. Utility: Why viewing women (or any human) as an "object" or a "FOO" (Female Humanoid Organism) is a failure of logic and morality. The Problem with Dominance: Father Sam and Tom challenge the idea that "might makes right," arguing that true masculinity is about protecting the vulnerable, not dominating them. The Catholic Response: How Christ on the Cross—sacrificing Himself for others—is the ultimate blueprint for masculinity, standing in direct opposition to the "self-serving" ego of the Manosphere. This is Part 1 of a two-part series on reclaiming true, virtuous masculinity in a post-Christian world.‪@crookedlinespodcast‬ ‪@frsamfrench‬ Parousia Socials:facebook.com/parousiamediainstagram.com/parousiamediatiktok.com/parousiamediaParousia is committed to proclaiming the fullness of truth! If you wish to help us in our mission with a donation please visit our website here https://www.parousiamedia.com/donate/ to learn ways that you can contribute.Join the Parousia mailing list at https://www.parousiamedia.com/mailing...

Welcome back to the Crooked Lines Podcast!

In our very first "Crooked Guest" episode, hosts Tom and Father Sam are joined by a man whose work has impacted millions and deeply shaped their own spiritual journeys: Christopher West, President of the Theology of the Body Institute.

Christopher opens up about the "crooked" start to his own ministry, moving from the "starvation diet" of legalistic religion and the "fast food" of secular culture to the "luscious banquet" found in St. John Paul II’s Theology of the Body. In this raw and vulnerable conversation, we dive into:

• The "IV Drip" of Digital Culture: How to handle the saturation of pornography and short-form dopamine loops in the age of AI and smartphones.
• Christopher’s Personal "Crucifixion": A powerful story about a failed book deal and how his wife, Wendy, helped him remove his masks to find true healing.
• What is Prayer, Really?: Why prayer isn't about being a "goody two-shoes," but about standing naked and authentic before God.
• The Meaning of the Body: Why our bodies are theological, not just biological, and how they point us toward the infinite ecstasy of the Trinity.

Whether you feel "too far gone" or are simply hungry for a faith that resonates with your deepest desires, this episode is a reminder that God draws straight with even the most crooked lines.

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In this episode of the Crooked Lines Podcast, Father Sam French and Tom dive into one of the most ubiquitous and controversial topics of our time: Artificial Intelligence.

From the historical cycle of "technological panic" to the deeply personal ways AI is encroaching on our humanity, we explore whether this tech is a blessing for efficiency or a threat to the soul.

Note: This episode briefly touches on the topic of suicide at the 12:50 mark. If you wish to avoid this, please skip ahead.

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