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.
Call in with your question at 1-888-31-TRUTH!
Most Recent Episodes
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<p>When talking to Muslim friends or curious skeptics, it’s crucial to know where Scripture reveals Christ’s divinity. We walk through key verses that affirm Jesus is truly God, and also explore topics like Communion for Protestants, the identity of angels, and baptism for foster children.</p>
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<p><strong>Questions Covered:</strong></p>
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<li>05:04 – What are your thoughts on the growing trend that converts are not even real Catholics?</li>
<li>13:18 – I’m newly married and my wife is pregnant. I’m feeling very uneasy. What advice do you have to look forward to it?</li>
<li>23:02 – How did you first learn about Abraham’s faith?</li>
<li>28:30 – My Muslim friend wants to know where in the bible does it say that Jesus is God?</li>
<li>34:44 – Nowhere in scripture to hear angels referred to as females. They are always male. Do we hear anywhere where a female angel appears?</li>
<li>37:15 – I’m a new convert. Why can’t my protestant mom receive communion if she truly believes in the real presence?</li>
<li>43:12 – Was John the Baptist Elijah?</li>
<li>46:03 – What book do you recommend for homeschooling my son? What can I do to strengthen my marriage?</li>
<li>50:30 – I have a 2-year-old foster son. Is there any reason why I should not baptize him?</li>
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<p>Catholics believe Mary was conceived without sin—so why does she still call God her Savior? We explain how the Immaculate Conception and God’s saving grace work together, along with insights on hell, Scripture interpretation, and loving family members with same-sex attractions.</p>
<p>Join The <em>CA Live Club</em> Newsletter: <a href="https://wvw.catholic.com/radioclub?email">Click Here</a></p>
<p>Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit <a href="https://www.catholic.com/speakers">Catholicanswersspeakers.com</a></p>
<p><strong>Questions Covered: </strong></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">04:10 – How could an all-loving God send people to Hell?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">16:25 – How do I explain that we should seek more than just feeling good?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">30:00 – How could Peter be the Pope of Edomites and not the Israelites?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">34:50 – How can I deal with family members with same-sex orientations? </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">43:38 – If Mother Mary was saved from Original Sin, why would she need a Savior? </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">48:20 – How can I navigate the varied scripture interpretations? </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<p>Where did the practice of confessing sins to a priest come from? We explore the biblical and historical roots of the sacrament of reconciliation, along with clarifying Catholic teaching on statues, baptism, the papacy, and prayer to the saints.</p>
<p>Join The <em>CA Live Club</em> Newsletter: <a href="https://wvw.catholic.com/radioclub?email">Click Here</a></p>
<p>Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit <a href="https://www.catholic.com/speakers">Catholicanswersspeakers.com</a></p>
<p><strong>Questions Covered: </strong></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">06:49 – How is kneeling before a statue not worship?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">14:04 – I don’t understand the origin of Confession.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">18:25 – Can you clarify about the super substantial bread in Matthew 6:11?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">22:30 – Why would a Protestant not need to be Baptized again in the Catholic faith?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">32:58 – If the logic of the Papacy was consistent, why don’t the other apostles have their own apostolic sees?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">44:13 – I struggle with the Catholic church annulment process. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">52:25 – How do Catholics justify praying to Saints?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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<p>Join Cy Kellett on <em data-start="74" data-end="97">Catholic Answers Live</em> as he interviews Emily Torres from the popular Catholic Converts Instagram page. They discuss how social media can be a powerful tool for evangelization, the challenges and rewards of sharing the Catholic faith online, and practical tips for reaching hearts in the digital world. Whether you’re a seasoned apologist or new to Catholic outreach, this inspiring conversation offers insights into living and witnessing the faith today.</p>
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<p>Catholic history includes dark moments—how do we honestly and faithfully explain them? We tackle common challenges like the Middle Ages, Old Testament violence, the St. Bartholomew’s Day Massacre, and how Catholics approach people influenced by LGBT ideology.</p>
<p>Join The <em>CA Live Club</em> Newsletter: <a href="https://wvw.catholic.com/radioclub?email">Click Here</a></p>
<p><strong>Questions Covered: </strong></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">10:41 – How do I explain the atrocities in the Middle Ages to my protestant friend?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">19:19 – Can we ask Pope Francis to pray for us even though he hasn’t been canonized?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">28:58 – How do we rectify the pro-life position with the Old Testament passages where God called his people to kill babies?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">41:35 – How do we respond to certain accusations of the reformation like the St. Bartholomew massacre?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">47:00 – Where were the souls before paradise?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">50:44 – How should we approach people who fall under LGBT ideology?</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
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