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The Catholic Talk Show

The Catholic Talk Show

Written by: Ryan Scheel & Ryan DellaCrosse
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 The Catholic Talk Show with Ryan Scheel & Ryan DellaCrosse -- Informative & fun conversations on faith, culture & Catholicism. New episodes weekly.© 2025 The Catholic Talk Show Christianity Ministry & Evangelism Spirituality
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  • How To Choose Your Patron Saint

    How To Choose Your Patron Saint
    Jan 12 2026
    In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, and Fr. Michael discuss choosing a patron saint and seeking their intercession. 00:00 Exploring Patron Saints 10:36 Understanding the Role of Saints 18:53 Finding Your Patron Saint 23:26 The Pursuit of Saints 30:20 Practical Steps to Choose a Saint Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    44 mins
  • The 6 Most Extreme Catholic Monks & Desert Fathers

    The 6 Most Extreme Catholic Monks & Desert Fathers
    Jan 5 2026
    In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, and Fr. Michael explore the most extreme monastic saints in Church history, examining how silence, solitude, fasting, and radical withdrawal from the world shaped their pursuit of holiness—and what modern Catholics can still learn from them today. 00:00 The Essence of Spiritual Retreat and Monasticism 05:52 The Importance of Rest and Reflection 11:16 The Desert Fathers: A Journey into Solitude 16:51 Extreme Monasticism: Stylites and Anchorites 22:49 Modern Monasticism and Urban Hermits 28:30 The Call for Discipline in Modern Life 31:51 The Role of Asceticism and Fasting 35:37 Exodus 90: A Path to Freedom 39:03 Creating Sacred Spaces and Routines 49:55 Embracing Silence and Presence 53:22 Conclusion Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • 12 Lost Catholic Christmas Traditions That Need To Come Back

    12 Lost Catholic Christmas Traditions That Need To Come Back
    Dec 22 2025
    Episode 346 In this episode of The Catholic Talk Show, Ryan, Ryan, and Fr. Michael dive into 12 lost Catholic Christmas traditions that once shaped the Church’s celebration of the Nativity—and why they’re worth reviving today. 00:00 Rediscovering Christmas Traditions 02:53 The Jesse Tree and Salvation History 05: 02 The O Antiphons 06:06 The Yule Log and Symbolism of Light 07:05 Carrying The Bethlehem Fire 09:35 Humble Pie 11:07 Blessing of Wine on St. John's Day 14:00 The 3 Christmas Liturgies 17:17 Saint Wenceslaus Night Almsgiving 19:27 Childermas 22:05 Epiphany Water & Chalk Blessing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 mins
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