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>“Can non-Catholics receive Communion?” This episode explores the nuances of this question while also addressing topics such as the inclusion of the apocrypha in the canon, the Church’s approach to blending faith with different cultures, and the authorship of the Acts of the Apostles. Tune in for a thoughtful examination of these important issues.</p>
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<p><strong>Questions Covered:</strong></p>
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<li>02:05 – I’m LDS. How do you justify including the apocrypha in the canon?</li>
<li>05:45 – How does the Church justify mixing the faith with foreign cultures?</li>
<li>11:40 – What is your view on the authorship of Acts of the Apostles? Act 2:1-11 What was the atmosphere in the room on Pentecost?</li>
<li>17:43 – How do I explain to a Protestant why they can’t receive communion in a Catholic Church?</li>
<li>23:33 – How do you really know God is real?</li>
<li>32:47 – how do protestants ignore the obvious verse in the New Testament where Jesus says Peter is the rock?</li>
<li>37:10 – When a non-Catholic attends mass, can the person receive a blessing?</li>
<li>44:25 – What exactly happens at a consecration? When the priest consecrates the host, what do believe is the range for consecration? Can the host be across the room for it to be validly consecrated?</li>
<li>50:02 – How do I learn to properly read the Bible?</li>
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<p>“How do we know indulgences are valid?” This episode explores the authority behind indulgences and the merits of saints, while also addressing questions about responding to critiques of Church scandals, the meaning of Christ’s words on the cross, and the practice of bowing to statues. Tune in for a thoughtful examination of these important topics.</p>
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<p><strong>Questions Covered:</strong></p>
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<li>17:06 – How do we know we have the authority to apply the merits of the saint in indulgences?</li>
<li>22:47 – I have a lot of protestant family. How do I respond to the valid critiques when it comes to Church scandals?</li>
<li>29:07 – What did our Lord mean when he said It is finished on the cross?</li>
<li>37:10 – Why do Catholics bow to statues since Exodus condemns it?</li>
<li>46:35 – If God gave Mary a special grace in which she still has free will but will always choose Him, why doesn’t God give us that same grace?</li>
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<p>“Can we take Jesus literally as the Bread of Life?” This episode explores the nuances of interpreting Jesus’ words, addressing the Protestant claim about literalism and metaphor. Additionally, we delve into the nature of hell and God’s mercy, and discuss how to approach conversations with Protestants regarding the intercession of saints. Tune in for a thoughtful exploration of these important topics.</p>
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<p><strong>Questions Covered:</strong></p>
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<li>07:29 – Protestant claim we shouldn’t take Jesus literally when he says that he is the bread of life because he also says he is a door. What is the best response to this?</li>
<li>15:37 – How do we know that hell is forever and how do we justify God being merciful with that reality being taken into consideration?</li>
<li>23:26 – What angle can we use when talking to protestants when discussing the intercession of the saints. It seems like they get hung up on the ‘praying to’ wording.</li>
<li>35:21 – Since Jesus is omniscient and omnipotent, did that take away from his suffering?</li>
<li>43:46 – Why is it uncommon to pray to Old Testament saints?</li>
<li>47:16 – I’ve heard it said that the reason Satan fell was because he knew God would become man. Wouldn’t this imply that Satan has some kind of foreknowledge?</li>
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<p>“Can animals go to heaven?” This episode explores the intriguing question of animal salvation, alongside discussions on the material sufficiency of Scripture and the Church’s tracing of papal succession back to Peter. Tune in as we delve into these thought-provoking topics and more, providing clarity on faith, works, and biblical interpretations.</p>
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<p><strong>Questions Covered:</strong></p>
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<li>05:45 – Why is the material sufficiency view of scripture not self-refuting?</li>
<li>15:37 – How does the Church trace the special status and succession of popes back to Peter? How is it pass on?</li>
<li>23:12 – I always taught my kids that animals don’t go to heaven, though I’ve heard you say that they possibly do. Can you explain your view?</li>
<li>37:21 – I’ve heard you say the Church has never claimed that faith and works lead unto salvation. If so, then what is James talking about?</li>
<li>46:52 – Today’s gospel says “Amen, I say to you, you will not finish the towns of Israel before the Son of Man comes.” What does that mean if he is the Son of Man who is presently there?</li>
<li>52:08 – Was Cornelius justified prior to being baptized in Acts 10?</li>
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<p>“What Is the Role of Popes in Approving Ecumenical Councils?” In this episode, guest apologist Alex Jurado from Voice of Reason addresses the necessity of papal approval for early councils, explores how Jesus grew in knowledge, and discusses the connection between Mary’s Assumption and 1 Cor. 15:55.</p>
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<p><strong>Questions Covered:</strong></p>
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<li>08:59 – How did Jesus grow in knowledge? And did he have knowledge of his passion from a young age?</li>
<li>14:30 – What’s the necessity for popes to convene and approve ecumenical councils particularly the earliest councils of the Church?</li>
<li>17:46 – Is there a connection between Mary’s Assumption and 1 Cor. 15:55?</li>
<li>21:52 – Why did the person who touched the ark dropped dead but people who stole it didn’t. Why is that?</li>
<li>24:24 – Is it ok for a priest to consecrate a large amount of hosts and give them to a homebound person?</li>
<li>30:31 – Has Pope Leo expressed any opinion on Same sex unions?</li>
<li>32:10 – How would you explain to children deep theological questions?</li>
<li>43:40 – How many of the 10 commandments would exist today if there weren’t any religions?</li>
<li>48:48 – Why do Protestants have a different canon of scripture?</li>
<li>52:09 – If Jesus descended into hell to retrieve souls to enter heaven, does that mean those souls were suffering?</li>
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