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
Questions Covered:
03:40 – Are martial arts a sin?
07:25 – When were the angels created? Also, what did the angels fight with in the battle of angels?
14:12 – What sources could be useful to prepare a discussion with a protestant?
16:22 – I’m trying to become Catholic but I’m having problems understanding why Mary is a perpetual virgin. Is there any scriptural evidence?
24:25 – I am a registered nurse and in the process of converting to Catholicism. As an RN, I practice in the correctional system and some of these inmates are dealing with gender dysphoria. I am required to administer medications to patients, including medications that support transitions. Am I doing wrong? What does the Church teach about this?
38:37 – What do you do if even if you know you’ve been forgiven through confession, you can’t forgive yourself?
44:20 – Is there evidence that Satan really exists? Or is it just symbolism?
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Questions Covered:
03:16 – Does the original sin of Adam work in a similar way as the infused righteousness of Christ?
11:29 – What kind of magisterial document does “Fiducia Supplicans” fall into? What kind of sin of intellect and will must Catholics make with documents like that?
16:57 – When it comes to praying to the saints, how do they come to conclusion of what saints represent which things?
21:00 – I have been both Methodist and Catholic and am now non-practicing. I miss things from both. Is it possible to make the two come together?
29:40 – The man on the cross beside Jesus didn’t have time to jump down and become baptized. But Jesus told him TODAY you’ll be with me in paradise.
32:33 – I’ve heard both Jimmy and Trent talk about the use of nuclear weapons as being not licit. If this is a church standing, does that mean Catholic military members cannot be involved in the operations of nuclear weapons?
41:35 – Is there any archeological evidence to whether Sodom and Gomorrah was real?
47:25 – Do two married people have a united nature? Is it a matter of being one nature but two persons?
51:00 – Is there any info on the human side of Jesus and his disciples? For example, favorite color, how he celebrated birthdays, etc.
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Questions Covered:
03:20 – If Jesus is the only one who has conquered death, then how do we get these people rising from the dead at the end of Matthew?
05:22 – Is the story of Sodom and Gamorrah historical?
10:58 – When God speaks it’s not in quotes but when humans do it is. Why is that?
17:52 – Why does the devil tempt Jesus after he starts his ministry and not before? Also, why are none of the temptations sexual in nature?
22:25 – I’m not Catholic. Jesus told the good thief that he would be with Jesus in paradise that day? Wouldn’t that negate purgatory?
37:00 – In Proverbs the fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge. What does it mean?
43:56 – I just want to thank Jeff, His book saved me from leaving the Church.
48:05 – Did Jesus have brothers?
51:41 – Could you explain Mt 16:28 in the context of verse 27? Is it referring to the second coming? Who is that Jew that has not tasted death?
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Questions Covered:
4:51 – Do any New Testament manuscripts exist that have the gospels in a different order? Follow up: If the orthodox were united with us, would we have to accept the extra books of the Bible that they accept?
9:26 – Do you have any advice for Christians battling mental illness?
16:29 – What pastoral advice would you give to a committed Catholic couple who are cohabiting?
21:44 – I’m coming back to the church after 40 years. I’m concerned about not remembering how to go to confession. What do I say? Should I bring a list of my sins?
30:57 – What ways can we help out our community that is not part of our local parish, but still do it for Jesus?
34:52 – How do we handle near death experiences where someone said they were going to end up in Hell?
41:41- My son is dating someone who is not religious. Any advice for when I see her this New Year’s Eve?
45:47- Our priest used to allow us to receive at the altar rail. But it seems he was told to no longer have the altar rail. Is that something he can be told to do?
49:44 – Our priest sings songs when he’s preparing the gifts. Does that invalidate the Mass? Also what if a priest only washed one hand instead of both — would that cause the Mass to be invalid?
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Questions Covered:
02:21 – Why don’t the Church Fathers use the same passages when defending Church Doctrine?
07:16 – How do you know when the pope is making a statement ex cathedra?
14:33 – Are Catholics allowed to consume or watch combat sports?
19:05 – Why was Zechariah punished and Mary wasn’t for asking a similar question?
23:22 – When did the practice of praying the rosary as call and response begin?
29:43 – My protestant friend is close to becoming Catholic. He doesn’t understand penance. What would penance look like for people Hitler etc?
40:45 – What conditions could I give to a protestant for either of us to convert if those conditions are met?
44:49 – When does the bread become the body of Christ during Mass?
52:26 – If God knows what we’re going to do, do we really have free will?
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