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- 46 minutes 22 secondsWhat’s So Great about Eternal Youth? (Theodore Dalrymple) 1/22/26
We are joined by Theodore Dalrymple, who warns against the trend to dilute and degrade for the sake of attracting youth. Might we suggest a different approach?
Show Notes
Forever Young - Taki's Magazine
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22 January 2026, 8:40 pm - 3 minutes 39 secondsLTACL: Meet the Inconsistent Consistory (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.)
Father McTeigue invites you to take a closer look at the consistory that just took place. What are they really saying?
Watch on YouTube: Meet the Inconsistent Consistory
21 January 2026, 9:43 pm - 46 minutes 2 secondsA Surprisingly Good Habit (Austin Habash) 1/20/26
We welcome Austin Habash, founder of Think Catholic, to explain the Summa In a Year project, in addition to a concept that most Catholics have never considered: door-to-door evangelization. Father finishes with Timely Thoughts.
Show Notes
Summa in a Year - Apple Podcasts
The Elements of Philosophy: A Compendium for Philosophers and Theologians: William Wallace
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20 January 2026, 8:08 pm - 9 minutes 38 secondsLTACL: They Have No Wine—Now What? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 1/19/26
Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. reflects on the wedding feast at Cana to confront the loss of joy in a world that feels chaotic and burning. He calls us to rediscover peace and joy by clinging to Christ crucified, risen, and reigning.
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19 January 2026, 9:01 pm - 46 minutes 6 secondsWho Broke the Success Machine? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 1/16/26
Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. examines the “plan for success” long promised to young people and explains why it is no longer working. He shows how the system failed as a result of decisions whose consequences should have been obvious. Father concludes with Weekend Readiness to help you prepare for Sunday Mass.
Show Notes
New Oxford Review – Pax Americana
The ‘Success Machine’ is Broken. Here's Why. | The Wade Show with Wade
Peter Schiff asks,is a college degree worth the cost?
Seminarian Engagement Program | USCCB
U.S. National Debt Clock in Realtime | USDebtClock.org
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16 January 2026, 8:15 pm - 45 minutes 47 secondsTested Faith (Phil Lawler) 1/15/26
We welcome back Phil Lawler to discuss his new novel, Ghost Runner, and the story behind its creation. Truly good fiction that is also authentically Catholic is rare, and Lawler shows that it can be done.
Show Notes
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Read Fr. McTeigue's Written Works!
"Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist
Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify
15 January 2026, 9:29 pm - 10 minutes 4 secondsLTACL: We Don't Deserve to Be Believed (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.)
From the promise of college and career to marriage, family, and retirement, Fr. McTeigue examines how the “Success Machine” was sold, why it’s broken, and why this isn’t just an economic crisis but a moral and spiritual one.
Watch on YouTube: We Don't Deserve to be Believed
14 January 2026, 9:20 pm - 46 minutes 22 secondsChildhood Cancer and the Problem of Evil (Dr. Craig Mullen) 1/13/26
Dr. Craig Mullen joins us to discuss how we can continue to see the mercy of God, even when children suffer the horrors of cancer. Father finishes with Timely Thoughts.
Show Notes
Childhood Cancer and the Problem of Evil - The Society of Catholic Scientists
The Problem of Evil: The Aquinas Lecture by Errol Harris
Saint Thomas and the Problem of Evil (Aquinas Lecture 6) - Jacques Maritain
Psalms and Compassions: A Jesuit's Journey Through Cancer
When a Kid Like Me Fights Cancer
Support4Families for Children & Parents | Crossroads4Hope
Support Networks for Parents of a Child with Cancer - Together by St. Jude™
The Problem of Pain: Lewis, C. S.
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Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel
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13 January 2026, 9:04 pm - 7 minutes 27 secondsLTACL: The Vatican II Merry Go Round? (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 01/12/26
We've been told for 60 years that we've been enjoying the fruits of Vatican II. And we've been told that we haven't had "the real Vatican II—yet." Which is it?
Watch on YouTube: The Vatican II Merry Go Round?12 January 2026, 9:41 pm - 51 minutes 29 secondsWe Have No Choice–Christ Is King (Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J.) 1/9/26
Fr. Robert McTeigue takes a closer examination of the roles of Christ as Priest, Prophet, and King. Was the sacrifice of Christ inevitable in the way that the Kingship of Christ was? Father finishes with Weekend Readiness to prepare you for Sunday Mass.
Show Notes
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Read Fr. McTeigue's Written Works!
"Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist
Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify
9 January 2026, 10:00 pm - 46 minutes 25 secondsA Closer Look at College Admissions (Jon Marcus) 1/6/26
We welcome Jon Marcus of the Hechinger Report to discuss the trends in college admissions, which young people ought to seek college, and how college landscapes are changing. Father finishes with Timely Thoughts.
Show Notes
As the supply of applicants declines, college admissions gets kinder and gentler
The number of 18-year-olds is about to drop sharply, packing a wallop for colleges — and the economy
Mississauga's Holy Name of Mary College to close | The Catholic Register
College of St. Joseph the Worker
Peter Schiff asks,is a college degree worth the cost?
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Read Fr. McTeigue's Written Works!
"Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist
Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify
Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel
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