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 do you prove God exists without science?” This episode explores the intersection of faith and reason, addressing questions like how to engage with skeptics who demand scientific proof, the challenges faced by those seeking answers about Catholicism, and the complexities surrounding priest celibacy in the early Church. 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>13:25 – How do you respond to someone who doesn’t believe in God because you can’t prove it with math or science?</li>
<li>18:12 – I’m not Catholic because I have so many questions and can’t find people to talk to in good faith.</li>
<li>39:24 – I was raised Catholic, but I don’t believe in the real presence.</li>
<li>52:05 – I don’t fully understand priest celibacy since in the early Church they were allowed to marry?</li>
</ul>
<p>“Can non-Catholics be saved?” This episode explores this critical question while also addressing concerns about pride masses in local parishes, the nature of apostolic churches, and the intercession of saints. Join us as we navigate these important topics and provide clarity on Catholic beliefs and practices.</p>
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<p><strong>Questions Covered:</strong></p>
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<li>06:37 – I just became Catholic and a Catholic church in my community is having a pride mass and festival. I’m very confused. Does our Church allow this?</li>
<li>15:01 – My friend says they are not Catholic because every apostolic Church claims to be the one true Church. How do I respond?</li>
<li>19:13 – I’m Catholic. Rev 20:4-6 Where are the souls that are sleeping?</li>
<li>25:06 – How do I talk to non-Catholics who say they can’t be Catholic because of how they treated natives?</li>
<li>33:32 – I understand the intercession of saints but a lot of the time the actual prayer sounds like it’s directed to them and not just intercession.</li>
<li>47:45 – Catholics are too obsessed with the physical like, scapulars, and medals. Those things are not in the bible and are traditions of men.</li>
<li>52:42 – I’m Lutheran. The issue for me is Sola Scriptura and when the Church contradicts scripture.</li>
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<p>“What Similarities Are There Between Catholics and Lutherans?” In this episode, we explore key differences between Catholicism and the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, discuss ways to encourage others to return to the faith through the Eucharist, and delve into the significance of focus during the Eucharistic liturgy. 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>03:45 – I’m Lutheran in OCIA. What would you say are the main highlights between Catholics and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod?</li>
<li>14:14 – How should I help bring people back through the Eucharist?</li>
<li>28:45 – How does transubstantiation happen?</li>
<li>37:40 – During the Eucharistic liturgy where should our attention be, the altar or the tabernacle?</li>
<li>46:19 – I’m having trouble explaining the eucharist and the early church to my Protestant friends. What advice would you give me?</li>
</ul>
<p>“Do specifics about the Eucharist really matter?” This episode dives into the significance of the Eucharist, exploring questions like why eucharistic miracles occur and the importance of distinguishing between consubstantiation and transubstantiation. Join us as we also discuss the implications of consuming blessed bread from an orthodox church and the historical tradition of the Eucharist in tabernacles.</p>
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<p><strong>Questions Covered:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>01:00 – Why do eucharistic miracles happen?</li>
<li>09:05 – Why does it matter to distinguish between consubstantiation and transubstantiation?</li>
<li>20:25 – Can my kids consume the blessed bread that’s not consecrated at an orthodox church?</li>
<li>29:20 – How do you defend eucharistic miracles?</li>
<li>34:16 – Do we have any writings of when the tradition of holding the eucharist in a tabernacle started?</li>
<li>37:55 – Was Martin Luther’s intent for people to give up the importance of the eucharist? If not, why did they move away from it?</li>
<li>46:00 – What do you recommend I do to prepare to be an extraordinary minister of Holy Communion?</li>
<li>51:32 – Who do many evangelicals deny eucharistic miracles?</li>
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<p>“Can God hear our mental prayer?” This episode explores the nuances of prayer and divine communication, alongside intriguing questions about the establishment of early churches by the apostles, the concept of infallibility, and the comparison between the Catholic and Pentecostal churches. Tune in for a thoughtful examination of these important topics.</p>
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<p><strong>Questions Covered:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>07:33 – Are we able to trace back what churches the other apostles established?</li>
<li>13:50 – What did you see in the Catholic Church that made you open your eyes to converting?</li>
<li>21:45 – Would it be possible for a year of divine judgment? If yes, then why doesn’t he?</li>
<li>28:55 – Can the pope ever break from the seat of Peter?</li>
<li>36:55 – What Catholic study bible do you recommend? And which translation?</li>
<li>39:43 – How does the Pentecostal church compare to the Catholic Church?</li>
<li>44:04 – Can God hear our mental prayer? Was Jesus a good boy as a kid?</li>
<li>46:43 – How do we reconcile parts of the church that have been corrupt in the medieval ages and the infallibility of the church?</li>
<li>53:00 – What is infallibility</li>
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