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>How can Catholics begin studying apologetics and get better at debating Protestants? In this episode of <em data-start="230" data-end="253" data-is-only-node="">Catholic Answers Live</em>, Catholic Answers apologists offer practical advice for learning Scripture, Church history, and core Catholic doctrines in a charitable and effective way. The discussion also addresses whether a pope at Vatican I really said “I am tradition,” whether watching Mass online fulfills a Catholic’s obligation after COVID-era habits, and why some Protestants strongly oppose devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary. The episode concludes with a look at whether any of the apostles were married or had families before following Jesus. A helpful conversation on apologetics, Church teaching, and Christian history.</p>
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<p><strong>Questions Covered:</strong></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">15:16 – How do I begin studying to get good at debating protestants?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">23:43 – Did the pope at Vatican 1 actually say “I am tradition”?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">29:19 – Since COVID-19, my wife has been watching the Mass every Saturday. Is that okay?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">40:26 – Why are some Protestants opposed to the Blessed Mother?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">47:07 – Were any of the 12 apostles married or have children that they had to leave in order to follow Jesus?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<p>“Is leaving the Church a mortal sin?” This question opens a discussion on the implications of faith and scandal, particularly regarding a friend’s conversion to Protestantism. Other topics include the distinction between Jesus being Catholic or Christian, the reasons for embracing Catholicism, and concerns about praying to Mary.</p>
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<p><strong>Questions Covered:</strong></p>
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<li>05:36 – My friend left the Catholic church and became protestant because of scandal. Is he in Jeopardy of mortal sin?</li>
<li>16:35 – Was Jesus Catholic or Christian. What’s the difference?</li>
<li>24:45 – Explain in one minute why someone should be Catholic.</li>
<li>29:17 – I have PTSD, Anxiety, depression, how can I go to OCIA?</li>
<li>37:13 – I don’t think it’s right to pray Mary</li>
<li>47:21 – What in Vatican 2 is infallible? Does a certain word need to be included for a statement to be infallible?</li>
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<p>“What do modern people not get about Jesus?” This question opens a discussion on contemporary misunderstandings of Christ’s nature and mission. The conversation also touches on whether Jesus always knew he was divine, the Church’s stance on penances, and the significance of Mary’s betrothal despite her virginity.</p>
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<p><strong>Questions Covered:</strong></p>
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<li>03:59 – What do modern people not get about Jesus?</li>
<li>16:54 – Did Jesus always know he was divine, or did he only know this after his baptism?</li>
<li>31:39 – Has the Catholic Church Changed its views on the severity of penances?</li>
<li>42:20 – Why was Mary betrothed if she was dedicated as a virgin?</li>
<li>49:23 – I talk to Jesus, God the father, and the Holy Spirit separately. How should I address them as three persons or do I even need to? What do you call on them for?</li>
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<p>“Why do Catholics believe in baptism?” This question opens a discussion on the significance of baptism in Catholic faith, addressing how Catholics understand being born again through this sacrament. Other topics include navigating relationships with family in the SSPX, the role of evangelism for new converts, and the interpretation of 1 Peter 3:21 regarding baptismal regeneration.</p>
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<p><strong>Questions Covered:</strong></p>
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<li>01:45 – Why do Catholics believe we are born again at baptism, and how do we answer Protestants who deny it?</li>
<li>06:50 – I’m a convert and I have family who are SSPX and they say that its wrong for me to go to my church. How do I navigate this and why do they believe this?</li>
<li>13:51 – What do Catholics believe about evangelism? I’m about to be confirmed and am wondering what God will expect of me.</li>
<li>20:53 – 1 Peter 3:21 says baptism now saves you. But it seems like the later part of that verse would contradict the Catholic view of baptismal regeneration.</li>
<li>29:25 – I’m married and considering becoming a permanent deacon. I am too young for the program now, but what can I do to form myself now before I am eligible for the program at age 35?</li>
<li>33:47 – Why is artificial insemination a sin?</li>
<li>41:15 – John 3:5 says nobody can enter the kingdom of heaven unless they are born of water and the spirit. How does this square with Genesis 2:4-7, which seems to describe a baptism of Adam. Adam was already in the kingdom, so why would he need baptism?</li>
<li>46:20 – Why does the Catholic Church practice infant baptism? Shouldn’t it be later like with confirmation?</li>
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<p>“Why do Catholics believe in Mary’s virginity?” This question opens a discussion on the biblical basis for Mary’s perpetual virginity, particularly referencing Luke 1:34. The conversation also touches on the complexities of believing in Eucharistic miracles and Marian apparitions, as well as the challenges of understanding papal comments amidst political perceptions.</p>
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<p><strong>Questions Covered:</strong></p>
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<li>03:25 – Why do Catholics believe Luke 1:34 supports Mary’s perpetual virginity?</li>
<li>13:02 – Why believe in Eucharistic miracles and Marian apparitions when some of them can be proven to be false?</li>
<li>20:50 – Why do people constantly refer to our pope as liberal or conservative instead of just a faithful Catholic? Why do popes make comments that cause controversy or cause confusion?</li>
<li>32:08 – I was wondering if I need an annulment since I’m getting divorced? Why would I need it?</li>
<li>35:28 – Why do we pray to the saints and how can I help my wife see this using the bible?</li>
<li>45:15 – Why should we find comfort in the Church being right if it appears to be conforming to political correctness?</li>
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