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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!
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In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, Karlo Broussard tackles one of the most common objections to Catholic teaching: If Jesus is the “one mediator” between God and man, why ask Mary and the saints to intercede for us? Drawing from 1 Timothy 2:5, Ecclesiastes 9:5, and Revelation 5:8, Karlo addresses Protestant concerns about the awareness and intercessory role of the saints in heaven. He explains what the Bible really says about heavenly mediation, the beatific vision, and whether the saints are aware of and respond to our prayers. Along the way, he refutes key counterarguments and clarifies Catholic teaching with clarity and Scripture.
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13:50 – You ask Mary and the saints to intercede for you. But doesn’t Paul say in 1 Timothy 2:5 that Jesus is our one mediator?
19:20 – If Paul isn’t denying mutual Christian intercession (whether that’s between us here on earth or the saints in heaven and us), then what does he mean by “one mediator”?
21:57 – It’s true that the Bible says we can pray for each other. But the Christians in heaven have died. They aren’t aware of what’s going on here on earth. Ecclesiastes 9:5 says, ‘the dead know nothing.’ So, your requests are futile.
33:23 – Okay, you say that it’s at least possible the saints in heaven could know what’s going on here on earth in virtue of the beatific vision, which the saints in the afterlife before Christ’s ascension didn’t have. But is there any biblical evidence that the saints in heaven in fact are aware of what’s going on here on earth?
36:00 – Okay, so you’ve shown that the saints in heaven can at least be aware of the affairs of men here one earth. But what about their intercessory prayer? Is there any biblical evidence that the saints in heaven in fact pray for us?
“But Karlo, you’re assuming that the 24 elders are human souls. You’re also assuming that the “prayers of the saints” refers to petitions made by Christians on earth. How do you know these assumptions are true?
46:07 – I’ll concede that Revelation 5:8 shows the 24 elders interceding for Christians on earth in a general way. But I don’t think this text gives the Catholic what he’s after—namely, intercessory prayers for specific requests.
<p>Is the sacrament of Confirmation really found in Scripture? In this episode of Catholic Answers Live, we tackle one of the most common questions about Catholic sacramental theology. Karlo Broussard explains the biblical roots of Confirmation, where it shows up in the New Testament, and how early Christians understood the laying on of hands and the gift of the Holy Spirit. If you’ve ever wondered how to explain Confirmation to your Protestant friends—or just want to understand it better yourself—don’t miss this segment!</p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">04:15 – If it was revealed to John the Baptist that Jesus was the Messiah, then why did he later send one of his disciples to ask Jesus?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">07:33 – Why do Catholics primarily receive the Body of Christ (the bread) vs. the Body and Blood (bread and wine)?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">11:45 – If a married protestant pastor converts, can he seek the priesthood?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">13:03 – What does Jesus mean by the Kingdom of God?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">17:21 – How biblical is Confirmation?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">21:07 – What authority does the magisterium have over changing the TLM and what’s the current rule?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">23:05 – Was Jesus in the Garden of Eden? When Genesis refers to “Our image”, is this referring to the Trinity?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">31:22 – Based on Genesis, is the world flat? Is there firmament in the sky keeping us from falling off?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">33:59 – Why do some people still blame the Jews for the death of Christ?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">37:45 – Why would God ask Moses to build a bronze serpent if the serpent is the symbol of Satan?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">42:12 – My coworker got arrested and I went around asking to know what happened. Did doing this cause me to commit the sin of detraction?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">49:53 – Why are baptisms outside the faith valid even though they don’t share the same beliefs?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">52:13 – I was raised non-denominational and I want to know what the difference is between the Jesus I know and what Catholics believe.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<p>In this episode of <em data-start="231" data-end="254">Catholic Answers Live</em>, Cy Kellett is joined by theologian Tom Nash for a deep dive into Catholic social teaching through the lens of <em data-start="366" data-end="381">Rerum Novarum</em>, the 1891 encyclical by Pope Leo XIII. Prompted by Pope Leo XIV’s decision to connect his papacy with his namesake, the discussion explores why <em data-start="526" data-end="541">Rerum Novarum</em> remains foundational for the Church’s response to modern social and economic upheavals. From labor rights and the dignity of work to AI, solidarity, subsidiarity, and the proper role of the state, this hour unpacks timeless Catholic principles for navigating new challenges. Whether you’re new to Catholic social teaching or looking to revisit its core insights, this episode offers a clear, passionate, and relevant exploration of how faith meets public life.</p>
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<li>00:00 – Intro: Why Pope Leo XIV chose the name Leo</li>
<li>03:30 – Overview of Rerum Novarum and Pope Leo XIII</li>
<li>07:00 – Origins of Catholic Social Teaching</li>
<li>10:30 – Response to Industrial Revolution</li>
<li>14:00 – Gregory XVI and Marari Vos</li>
<li>17:30 – Theocracy vs. Catholic moral leadership</li>
<li>21:00 – Definition of Catholic Social Teaching</li>
<li>24:30 – Human flourishing and property ownership</li>
<li>28:00 – Dignity of workers and work conditions</li>
<li>31:30 – Modern implications: AI as a moral issue</li>
<li>35:00 – Market economy vs. socialism</li>
<li>38:30 – Greed, envy, and class warfare</li>
<li>42:00 – Role of unions and political integrity</li>
<li>45:30 – How AI might affect human dignity</li>
<li>49:00 – Solidarity and Subsidiarity explained</li>
<li>52:30 – Common Good and the role of the family</li>
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<p><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">With </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">Pope </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">Leo </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">XIV </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">hailing </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">from </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">the </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">United </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">States of America, </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">what </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">global </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">and </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">internal </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">shifts </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">might </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">follow? </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">We </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">explore </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">how </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">his </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">nationality </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">could </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">impact </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">the </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">Church’s </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">perception, </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">diplomacy, </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">and </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">direction.</span></p>
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<p><strong>Topics Covered:</strong></p>
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<li>0:00 – The Consequences of Pope Leo Being From the US</li>
<li>8:50 – Developing a Christ-like Voice online</li>
<li>17:05 – The Anti-Life California Bomber</li>
<li>34:10 – The Negative Impacts of Social Media regarding Extremism</li>
<li>42:00 – San Diego Ranked 3rd Happiest City in the US</li>
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<p><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">As </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">artificial </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">intelligence </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">reshapes </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">society, </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">what </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">role </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">should </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">the </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">Catholic </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">Church—</span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">and </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">the </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">new </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">pope—</span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">play? </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">We </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">explore </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">potential </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">responses </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">Pope </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">Leo </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">XIV </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">might </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">take </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">to </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">address </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">AI’s </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">moral </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">and </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">spiritual </span><span class="_fadeIn_m1hgl_8">implications.</span></p>
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<p><strong>Topics Covered:</strong></p>
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<li>0:00 – More Thoughts on Pope Leo</li>
<li>13:22 – What Can Pope Leo Do About AI?</li>
<li>40:10 – The Renewed Interest In Catholic Pilgrimages</li>
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