Catholic Answers LIVE
Catholic Answers Live, hosted by Cy Kellett, is a daily, two-hour radio program dedicated to Catholic apologetics and evangelization. According to listener surveys, it is a runaway favorite on Catholic stations across America.
As a call-in program, Catholic Answers Live connects listeners to prominent leaders in the Church today—including scholars, nuns, priests, bishops, and cardinals—and touches on every aspect of our lives as Christians. You'll hear discussions on just about everything relating to the Church: doctrinal controversies, family concerns, social issues, evangelization, ethics…you name it!
Catholic Answers Live airs every Monday through Friday from 6-8 PM Eastern (3-4 PM Pacific) on over 360 AM and FM stations in the United States, Sirius Satellite Radio channel 130, and through the Internet at catholic.com. If you can't listen live, you can subscribe to our podcast or download individual shows from our MP3 archive.
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Most Recent Episodes
<p>“Is Just War Theory obsolete?” This question opens a discussion on the relevance of Church teachings in modern conflicts. The conversation also addresses the morality of drafting individuals into war, the balance between martyrdom and self-defense, and the implications of dissenting from papal teachings on Just War Theory.</p>
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<p><strong>Questions Covered:</strong></p>
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<li>06:41 – Is Just War Theory Obsolete?</li>
<li>20:00 – I believe the Iran conflict is a just war. I disagree with what the flannel panel has said on this point.</li>
<li>34:20 – Regarding people who are drafted to fight a war against their will. What does the church teach?</li>
<li>37:05 – When should you accept martyrdom vs defending yourself?</li>
<li>39:34 – To what extent can language be used in a just or unjust way in waging or threatening war?</li>
<li>46:29 – If Catholics don’t agree that the pope is correct on Just War Theory, could we still call ourselves faithful Catholic?</li>
<li>51:31 – Regarding dispensationalism, Should Catholics do more to rebuke this theology that has influenced our countries military decision?</li>
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<p>“Did Paul believe Jesus is God?” This question leads to a discussion on the clarity of Paul’s writings regarding Christ’s divinity. Additionally, the conversation touches on how early Christians observed the Sabbath without many churches, the nature of the true Church, and the Seventh Day Adventist perspective on soul sleep and the commandments.</p>
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<p><strong>Questions Covered:</strong></p>
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<li>04:02 – In the Early Church how did people keep the sabbath holy if there wasn’t many churches to go to?</li>
<li>15:16 – I struggle to see if Paul believed Jesus is God based on his writings. Can you help clarify?</li>
<li>29:15 – How do we respond to the claim that every church is part of the one true church?</li>
<li>34:15 – What is your opinion on the Seventh Day Adventist claim on soul sleep and the 10 commandments in relation to the sabbath?</li>
<li>47:50 – Who was the first the pope and how did he become pope?</li>
<li>52:23 – Is the Catholic Church an extension of Judaism or is there some intersection</li>
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<p>“Did the Early Church Apostatize?” This question opens a discussion on the perceived complexities of Church teachings compared to the simplicity of Jesus and the Apostles’ message. The conversation also addresses the Church’s transition to wealth and power, the authorization of a central teaching authority, and concerns about early Church Fathers blending doctrines.</p>
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<p><strong>Questions Covered:</strong></p>
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<li>06:10 – Where Jesus and the Apostles taught a simple message of faith in Christ, direct prayer to God, and that all believers are equal, protestants and mormons will say, the Church taught a complex system of sacraments, prayer to saints, and obedience to a human priesthood.</li>
<li>14:00 – But rather than the poor and unencumbered faith of Jesus and the Apostles, the Church soon became rich and politically powerful. How does this not add up to a great apostasy?</li>
<li>24:05 – Where in the New Testament did Jesus or the Apostles authorize a central teaching authority (Magisterium) whose traditions carry equal weight to the written Word of God?</li>
<li>36:01 – Here’s one from the LDS: If the original Apostles were killed without passing on their priesthood keys, by what authority did later bishops perform valid baptisms or lead Christ’s Church?</li>
<li>47:50 – Didn’t early Church Fathers like Justin Martyr and Origen corrupt pure Christian doctrine by blending Hebrew scripture with Greek Hellenistic philosophy?</li>
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<p>“What did Tim learn in India?” Tim shares his experiences and insights from his time in India, reflecting on the cultural and spiritual lessons he encountered. The discussion also touches on Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers, Jason Evert’s work under Tim, and a memorable story shared by John Martignoni, showcasing a variety of engaging topics.</p>
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<p><strong>Questions Covered:</strong></p>
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<li>00:30 – Tim’s time in India</li>
<li>13:00 – Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers</li>
<li>28:30 – Jason Evert and working under Tim</li>
<li>31:30 – Marcus Peters</li>
<li>37:00 – John Martignoni shares a Tim story</li>
</ul>
<p>“Farewell Tim Staples” reflects on his significant impact and faith journey. The discussion touches on his time in radio, his contributions to the post-conciliar Church, and the growth of faith in Australia, alongside personal anecdotes about traveling with Steve Ray. This episode honors a remarkable apologist and his legacy.</p>
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<p><strong>Questions Covered:</strong></p>
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<li>01:00 – Farewell Tim</li>
<li>09:00 – Tim’s time on the radio</li>
<li>17:30 – Tim’s contribution to the post-conciliar Church</li>
<li>30:00 – The growth of the faith in Australia</li>
<li>45:00 – The necessity of relationship</li>
<li>50:00 – Traveling with Steve Ray</li>
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