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The Manly Catholic: Training Soldiers for Christ
Voted #1 Catholic Podcast for Men!
Jesus Christ is the epitome of what it means to be a man. With masculinity in our culture more confused than ever, join us at The Manly Catholic as we strive to ignite men to be on fire for Christ. Men are challenged and fight battles that often distract them from their ultimate goal: to become a saint. We will help you become saints and become the men God created you to be. And have some laughs along the way. Because who couldn't use more laughter in their…
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- The Manly Catholic: Training Soldiers for Christ
Father Dom Homily 5/19
Welcome to Fr. Dom's homily from OLC in Rockford from 5/19/23, the 6th Friday of Easter. For full text of the readings, visit the USCCB website here. Enjoy!…
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Father Dom Homily 5/17
Welcome to Fr. Dom's homily from OLC in Rockford from 5/17/23, the 6th Wednesday of Easter. For full text of the readings, visit the USCCB website here. Enjoy!…
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Father Dom Homily 5/16
You asked...we delivered! Many have been asking if Fr. Dom could start recording his homilies and post them to the podcast. And the answer is 100% yes! Fr. Dom…
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Ep 74 - Fear: A Catholic Response and Reflection
We are giving a talk at The Catholic Man Night in Grand Rapids, MI. Tickets still available! See below for more details. Today, I wanted to give you all a…
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Ep 73 - Blast from the Past: Jesse Romero, Fire-breathing Catholic
Jesse Romero is back! Now, this is a past episode, but after re-listening to it you will be fired up to go out there and preach about Jesus! From personal…
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Ep 72 - Dr. Kevin Vost, May He Rest in Peace
For those who haven't heard, Dr. Kevin Vost passed away in early April of 2023. He was an amazing men who was passionate about fitness, health, and nutrition…
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Ep 71 - The Fearless Heart: How Vulnerability Unleashes Your Superpower with John Edwards
Do any of you go to a men's group? Does your parish even have a men's group? Or maybe you do go but they just flick on a video made by somebody else and that's…
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Ep 70 - The Sum of All Fears
Do you guys ever become afraid? Do you ever freeze? Fail to act when you know you should have? Or maybe you just are afraid of having that difficult…
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Ep 69 - Know Thy Enemy, Know Thyself
Have you all tried to ask for a raise? Maybe you have played sports in the past and had a big competition on the horizon? Or maybe you were actually in the…
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Ep 68 - Horses and Corpses with Dan McNally
In this conversation, James and The Manly Catholic introduce you to Dan McNally, former Theology teacher turned physical therapist. James met Dan as a new…
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Ep 66 - Giving Tuesday on a Wednesday and Giving To You!
Welcome to "Giving Tuesday!"....on a Wednesday? Yes, well, life is hectic. Anyways....here we go! We are GIVING AWAY three amazing books brought to you by…
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Ep 65 - Interview with Dr. Kevin Vost, Fitness, Nutrition, and Memory Extraordinaire
If you like fitness, Old Fashioneds, and eating food, this is the episode for you! Join James and Dr. Kevin Vost as they journey through the minefield that is…
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Ep 64 - Get Out to Vote! And a Personal Update
In this brief episode, James provides a special get-out-and-vote message and a personal update about his family. Please pray for our country today! Please get…
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Ep 63 - Interview with David Arms, The Other Co-Author of Milestone to Manhood
Are you ready to be inspired? Are you ready to take that next step and welcome your son (or daughter!) into adulthood? Then this is the interview for you! Join…
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Ep 62- Interview with Steven Arms, Co-Author of Milestone to Manhood
Are you ready to be inspired? Are you ready to take that next step and welcome your son (or daughter!) into adulthood? Then this is the interview for you! Join…
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Ep 61 - Abortion in Michigan, TLC, Church Politics, and more!
In this "Free for All" episode, James and Fr. Dom talk about the Michigan abortion proposal (Prop 3) in the upcoming mid-term elections in November, why…
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Extra, extra, hear all about it!
All good things must come to an end.....just kidding. We aren't breaking up. BUT, we do have something you should hear. So take a listen! Like what you heard?…
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Ep 60 - Harry Potter, Communion on the Tongue, Suffering, and Heavy Metal Music
He's back! Join Father Dom and James on this unscripted episode. No notes, no timelines. Just pure conversation. Join us as we discuss Harry Potter and Fr…
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Ep 59 - What is a reprobate mind?
In this episode, James and Ryan sit down and talk about the unknown or forgotten "reprobate mind." Although not specifically mentioned in our Catholic Bibles…
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Ep 58 - Interview with Fr. Paul Sullivan, Bishop Olmsted's Vocational Director
***SORRY in advance for the poor audio! In this episode, James interviews Father Paul Sullivan! Fr. Paul was the vocational director for the Diocese of Phoenix…
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Ep 57 - The Struggle is Real...And That's Okay
James is flying solo in this episode as he gives some personal updates. The struggle is real in this life and that's okay. Sometimes, we need to reflect on the…
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Ep 56 - Interview with Jesse Romero, Practical Power-Punching Prayer
Jesse Romero is back! After battling shingles, surgery, COVID, and more, Jesse is officially back on for this intense episode on prayer. Jesse offers many…
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Ep 55 - Interview with Ryan Young, Camp Veritas, Part 2!
He's back! Welcome back Ryan Young who had to abruptly end our first interview due to a 2-year-old ending up in Urgent Care with stitches. Thankfully, all is…
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Ep 54 - Interview with John Horvat, Vice President of TFP
In this interview, James sits down with John Horvat, Vice President of Tradition, Family, and Property (TFP). TFP is "an organization of lay Catholic Americans…
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Ep 53 - Are You Still There? Part 2 on the Synod on Synodality Listening Sessions
Ryan and James discuss on this episode the Synod on Synodality listening sessions, specifically here at St. Roberts in Ada. According to the USCCB website, the…
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Ep 52 - Are You Listening? Synod on Synodality Listening Sessions
Ryan and James discuss on this episode the Synod on Synodality listening sessions, specifically here at St. Roberts in Ada. According to the USCCB website, the…
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Ep 51 - LIVE Episode on Anniversaries, Reflections, and Abortion
Happy One-Year Anniversary to The Manly Catholic! Well, we made it. One year down and we have all you to thank for it. It truly has been a work of the Holy…
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Announcement: THE LIVE IS HAPPENING! (For Now)
Hey everyone I just wanted to jump on real quick with you to let you know the LIVE Episode is happening tonight between 8-8:30 PM EST. We are going live on…
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Ep 50 - What is Woke Culture?
Go woke, you go broke. Woke culture is a phrase we hear often if we have listened to any sort of political or social commentary. You probably have heard how…
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Ep 49 - Interview with Ryan Young - Camp Veritas
In this episode, James is joined by Ryan Young, founder of Camp Veritas, a Catholic Summer Camp for teens 12-18. Ryan is a man who has lived many lives, as he…
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Ep 48 - Levels of Prayer - Part 2
Part 2 has arrived! No Avicii references this time around...I promise. In this episode, James and Ryan continue their discussion and dive into the various…
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Ep 47 - Avicii of Prayer - Part 1
Okay...full disclosure. James and Ryan will be discussing the Levels of Prayer in an epic 2-part series starting today! Am I the only one that instantly…
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Ep 46 - Discerning that Angel vs Demon Voice
Ever wonder what those voices in your head mean? No, you aren't crazy (or are you?). We all go through doubt, peace, anger, joy, etc. and figuring out "WHAT…
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Ep 45 - That Catholic Married Life with A "Real Modern Catholic"
Check out James' interview he did with Dallas Dagampat on the "Modern Catholic Life" podcast. James and Dallas discussed a variety of topics including getting…
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Ep 44 - Satan's 5 Generals
Ever wondered how Satan organizes demons? Did you even think there was an organization to all the chaos? To know your enemy, you must study him. Thankfully…
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Ep 43 - Interview with Jesse Romero, A Punch in the Gut
Ohhhhh boy! You have been waiting for the day and here it is! Father Dom and James had the privilege and honor of interviewing the one and only Jesse Romero on…
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Ep 42 - Interview with Ryan Flaherty - Part 3
Whoa....an episode on Friday? You bet! Something special is coming next week. In this episode, James wraps up his discussion with Ryan Flaherty, a local from…
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Ep 41 - Interview with Ryan Flaherty - Part 2
In this episode, James continues his discussion with Ryan Flaherty, a local from Ada, MI who attends St. Robert's of Newminster parish. Ryan is a husband and…
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Ep 40 - Interview with Ryan Flaherty, Part 1
In this episode, James sits down with Ryan Flaherty, a local from Ada, MI who attends St. Robert's of Newminster parish. Ryan is a husband and father of two…
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Ep 39 - Just War Theory
With everything going on in Ukraine, Fr. Dom and James thought it appropriate to expand on the Church's teaching on Just War Theory. What is it? Does it even…
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Ep 38 - Interview with John Edwards, Just A Guy in the Pew Part 2 - Ministry
WOW! If you have not checked out Part 1 of John's story yet stop right now. Click the back arrow. Download part 1. Grab some popcorn. Listen and watch on…
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Ep 37 - Interview with John Edwards, Just A Guy in the Pew, Part 1 - Conversion
If you thought you have heard all the conversion stories out there and couldn't quite hear another one, think again. We were blessed and honored to have John…
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Ep 36 - Interview with Modern Catholic Life - Dallas Dagampat
In this episode, James sits down with Dallas Dagampat, creator of the podcast "Modern Catholic Life." Dallas is a high school teacher and coach who is in the…
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Ep 35 - Let the Journey Begin
It's the most wonderful time...of the year! Lent is well underway and James and Father Dom dive deep in this episode discussing what Lent is, how they have…
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Ep 34 - Interview with Jim Sano, author
Jim Sano is a world-renowned Catholic author who has written four books, including one that was a finalist for the "Outstanding Christian/Religious Fiction" at…
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Ep 33 - Building Fraternity with Dr. Kyle Walsh, Catholicfitfatherhood
Our very first interview! This week we have a very special guest with us as we welcome Dr. Kyle Walsh, create and founder of the Instagram page…
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Ep 32 - Ignorance is Bliss
Competency...such a sexy topic, no? Crickets....chirp. We promise you will want to listen to this episode! Competency has a deep Catholic meaning that you…
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Ep 31 - Men, Defend Yourselves!
Throughout history, men have waged war. Whether it was with themselves or another man, men fight. We may not be in a physical war or battle now, but you sure…
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Ep 30 - Becoming A Man, Part 3
In this episode, James and Father Dom finish their 3-part series on Rites of Passage and why they are so important. Keep listening to find out: 1. Why we all…
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Ep 29 - Becoming A Man, Part 2
WE ARE BACK! After too much Advent to handle, James and Father Dom have decided to get off their butts and back to the podcast. We are so excited to continue…
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Ep 28 - Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Merry Christmas! And Happy New Year! Father Dom and James are taking a little bit of a break to ring in Christmas and 2022. But, rest assured, they will be up…
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Ep 27- Becoming a Man, Part 1
Rites of passage are things we know of instinctively. Graduation, weddings, obtaining a driver's license, or your first job are easy things to think of. But…
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Ep 26 - Fasting, Your 21st Century Challenge
Fasting is one of the most underrated and underappreciated weapons in our arsenal. Unfortunately, too many of us do not use this tool enough to fight off Satan…
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Ep 25 - Indulgences and Purgatory...Oh my!
Two of the most controversial topics in one episode....yes please! So many questions to answer, so little time. If you ever had a question about indulgences or…
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Ep 24 - Confessions, Part II
I know you all loved the Usher reference in the title...no? Don't know who Usher is? Oh boy...moving on! In Part II on Confession we discuss penance...you…
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Ep 23 - Why Do I Need to Confess My Sins to a Priest?!
Confession...another hot button issue that a lot of people simply don't understand. "Why can't I just confess my sins to God?" Or "why do I have to tell my…
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Ep 22 - Don't Get Lazy
Remember the Sabbath day to keep it holy. We have heard this commandment countless times throughout our life; so much so it has probably lost its meaning and…
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Ep 21 - Trust....God
Trusting in God. We hear this statement countless times throughout our life. Oftentimes, we hear it so much it can, unfortunately, fall on deaf ears. We are…
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Ep 20 - Look To Mary
Father Mark Murphy is the lead pastor at St. Jude Catholic Church in Cedar Springs, IA. He is also a U.S. Navy veteran. Thank you for your service! Alan Keyes…
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Ep 19 - Because of You, I know Who God Is
Father John Riccardo, executive director of Acts XXIX and former pastor at Our Lady of Good Counsel in Plymouth, MI, gives a memorable and needed homily on…