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Purgatory Is For Real: An Interview with Dr. Karlo Broussard
In this episode, I interview Dr. Karlo Broussard about his book, Purgatory Is for Real: Good News About the Afterlife for Those Who Aren’t Perfect Yet. Dr. Broussard presents his case for purgatory as a biblical and historical doctrine, arguing that it reflects both God’s justice and mercy.We discuss key topics from his book, including scriptural foundations for purgatory, its presence in other religious traditions, and responses to common Protestant objections. Dr. Broussard also explains the role of suffering, prayers for the dead, and why he sees purgatory as a hopeful rather...
2025-03-03
59 min
The Cordial Catholic
283: Yes, You Should Pray to the Saints! (w/ Dr. Karlo Broussard)
In this episode of The Cordial Catholic, I'm joined by speaker, author, and accomplished Catholic Answers apologist Dr. Karlo Broussard to talk about praying to the saints.How do we know it's OK to pray to the saints? Why would the Church encourage it when it seems discouraged in the Bible? How do we know they can hear us? How is that even possible? This, and much more, as Karlo uses Scripture and evidence from the Early Church to explain why it isn't only OK to pray to the saints but actually encouraged – and a ve...
2025-01-29
1h 03
Catholic Truth Podcast
The Saints CAN Pray for you (With Karlo Broussard)
The Saints CAN Pray for you (With Karlo Broussard).Follow Karlo Broussard:BOOK: The Saints Pray for You! https://bit.ly/3YLkyzPWebsite: https://karlobroussard.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drkarlobroussardhttps://www.catholic.com/profile/karlo-broussardOur Main YouTubeOur Family YouTubeBlog ArticlesFacebook Page hereInstagram TikTokTwitterPinterestSUPPORTMonthly by PatreonMonthly, yearly, or one time via PayPalQUESTIONS? https://www.subscribepage.com/e3e8c7
2024-11-14
39 min
Classical Theism Podcast
A Fresh Defense of Divine Immutability w/ Dr. Karlo Broussard
What is the doctrine of divine immutability? Why think it's true? What are some of the most pressing philosophical objections against the doctrine? How can they be answered? Dr. Karlo Broussard joins the show to discuss his doctoral dissertation on these topics. Join our community: https://www.classicaltheism.com/support
2024-08-27
1h 19
Catholic Answers Focus
#533 Is Belief in the Eucharist Absurd? - Karlo Broussard
Karlo Broussard joins us to discuss the Catholic understanding of the Eucharist, specifically if believing that Jesus is fully present is absurd. Cy Kellett: Hello and welcome to Focus, the Catholic answers podcast for living understanding and defending your Catholic faith. I am Cy Kellett, your host. And not too long ago we talked with Karlo Broussard about the Eucharist and particularly the words of institution and some Protestant arguments against the Catholic belief in the literalness of the words of consecration. This is my body and this is my blood. This time we talk with Karlo again, b…
2024-04-03
00 min
Catholic Answers Focus
#531 A Deep Dive into the Real Presence of the Eucharist - Karlo Broussard
The conversation over the real presence has been around for some time. Bible verses get thrown around but when we look at the full context of scripture, the words of Jesus come fully alive with its full glory. Catholic Answers Apologist, Karlo Broussard, joins us for a compelling conversation on this topic. Cy Kellett: Hello and welcome to Focus, the Catholic Answers Podcast for living, understanding, and defending your Catholic faith. I’m Cy Kellet, your host. And among the things that Catholics have to defend, because it is the most precious thing in this world to us, is th…
2024-03-20
00 min
Eastern Oklahoma Catholic
Miraculous Evidence: Eucharistic Miracles | Karlo Broussard
Staff Apologist and Speaker for Catholic Answers, Karlo Broussard, addresses the Church of Saint Mary for its Lenten Parish Mission.In his second night’s address, he looks at miraculous evidence of the Eucharist and the nuance of Eucharistic Miracles.Find the live stream on the Church of Saint Mary websiteHere on the "Eastern Oklahoma Catholic" Podcast, you can find all things Catholic in the Diocese of Tulsa and Eastern Oklahoma.Stream, listen, and subscribe on your favorite platform now!Sign up for the diocesan email or follow so...
2024-03-06
59 min
Eastern Oklahoma Catholic
Miraculous Evidence: Eucharistic Miracles | Karlo Broussard
Staff Apologist and Speaker for Catholic Answers, Karlo Broussard, addresses the Church of Saint Mary for its Lenten Parish Mission.In his second night’s address, he looks at miraculous evidence of the Eucharist and the nuance of Eucharistic Miracles.Find the live stream on the Church of Saint Mary websiteHere on the "Eastern Oklahoma Catholic" Podcast, you can find all things Catholic in the Diocese of Tulsa and Eastern Oklahoma.Stream, listen, and subscribe on your favorite platform now!Sign up for the diocesan email or follow so...
2024-03-06
59 min
Eastern Oklahoma Catholic
An Apologetic Theology of the Eucharist | Karlo Broussard
Staff Apologist and Speaker for Catholic Answers, Karlo Broussard, addresses the Church of Saint Mary for its Lenten Parish Mission.In his first night’s address, Karlo walks through the what and why of the Eucharist from an Apologetic standpoint.Find the live stream on the Church of Saint Mary websiteHere on the "Eastern Oklahoma Catholic" Podcast, you can find all things Catholic in the Diocese of Tulsa and Eastern Oklahoma.Stream, listen, and subscribe on your favorite platform now!Sign up for the diocesan email or follow so...
2024-02-28
54 min
Eastern Oklahoma Catholic
An Apologetic Theology of the Eucharist | Karlo Broussard
Staff Apologist and Speaker for Catholic Answers, Karlo Broussard, addresses the Church of Saint Mary for its Lenten Parish Mission.In his first night’s address, Karlo walks through the what and why of the Eucharist from an Apologetic standpoint.Find the live stream on the Church of Saint Mary websiteHere on the "Eastern Oklahoma Catholic" Podcast, you can find all things Catholic in the Diocese of Tulsa and Eastern Oklahoma.Stream, listen, and subscribe on your favorite platform now!Sign up for the diocesan email or follow so...
2024-02-28
54 min
Pastors of Payne (County)
“Karlo Broussard Comes to OSU!”
In this week’s episode, Fr. O’Brien and Fr. Kerry talk about the recent St. John’s Student Center Lenten Parish Mission with Catholic Answers speaker Karlo Broussard. Each night was themed and heavily rooted in Scripture.
2024-02-23
30 min
Catholic Answers Focus
#523 Straight to Heaven? - Karlo Broussard
Some Christians are adamant that those who confess Jesus as Lord go directly to Heaven when they die. But is this teaching biblical? Karlo Broussard joins us for a discussion of what Christians can really hope for at death. Cy Kellett: Hello and welcome to Focus the Catholic Answers Podcast for living understanding and defending your Catholic faith. I am Cy Kellett, your host. And does the Bible teach us that we get immediate entrance into heaven after death? We hear that a lot. There’s even TV commercials to that effect and lots of websites that will teach that. An...
2024-01-24
00 min
Glory Be: Interesting People & How They Pray
Episode 116: Karlo Broussard, apologist, philosopher, theologian, and author
Karlo Broussard is a Catholic Answer’s apologist and speaker working in the Diocese of Tulsa to offer apologetical, catechetical, and evangelization training to the faithful. Karlo has published articles on a variety of subjects in Catholic Answers Magazine, is a regular guest on Catholic Answers Live, and is an active writer for Catholic Answers Magazine Online. Karlo holds undergraduate and graduate degrees in theology from Catholic Distance University and the Augustine Institute, along with a masters in philosophy from Holy Apostles College and Seminary. He lives with his wife, Jaqueline, and their five children her...
2024-01-22
29 min
Eastern Oklahoma Catholic
The Good Life | Adam Minihan & Karlo Broussard
Part V: The Good Life featuring Adam Minihan & Karlo BroussardThe Alcuin Institute for Catholic Culture and the Integrated Formation Program (IFP) both find their genesis and mission in God Builds a House, the 2018 pastoral letter, and the strategic plan of Bishop David Konderla. The diocese has worked to provide its families, parishes, and schools with the necessary tools and formation to be effective ministers of the Gospel and agents of cultural renewal to fulfill their ministerial vocations while building our institutions on the solid rock of Jesus Christ. “I am grateful to yo...
2023-12-11
28 min
Eastern Oklahoma Catholic
The Good Life | Adam Minihan & Karlo Broussard
Part V: The Good Life featuring Adam Minihan & Karlo BroussardThe Alcuin Institute for Catholic Culture and the Integrated Formation Program (IFP) both find their genesis and mission in God Builds a House, the 2018 pastoral letter, and the strategic plan of Bishop David Konderla. The diocese has worked to provide its families, parishes, and schools with the necessary tools and formation to be effective ministers of the Gospel and agents of cultural renewal to fulfill their ministerial vocations while building our institutions on the solid rock of Jesus Christ. “I am grateful to yo...
2023-12-11
28 min
Catholic Answers Focus
#512 Unmasking Moral Shame Culture - Karlo Broussard
Karlo Broussard joins us to talk about his new book, The New Relativism: Unmasking the Philosophy of Today’s Woke Moralists. We discuss issues related to moral shaming and accusations of being judgmental, hateful, and bigoted, particularly concerning lifestyle choices associated with the LGBTQ+ community. Karlo explores the underlying moral relativism behind such accusations and offers critiques of this approach, emphasizing the importance of open and reasoned discussion on moral issues. Cy Kellett: Hello and welcome to Focus, the Catholic Answers Podcast for living, understanding and d…
2023-11-08
00 min
Eastern Oklahoma Catholic
A Roadmap to the Life of Vice | Karlo Broussard
Catholic Answers Apologist Karlo Broussard, presents his talk “A Roadmap to the Life of Vice” at the Annual Faith Formation Conference for the Diocese of Tulsa & Eastern Oklahoma.The Diocese of Tulsa and Eastern Oklahoma entered into a partnership with Catholic Answers to provide parishes greater support in catechesis and evangelization. This is the first formal partnership between a diocese and Catholic Answers to offer apologetic, catechetical, and evangelization training to the faithful. Here on the "Eastern Oklahoma Catholic" Podcast, you can find all things Catholic in the Diocese of Tulsa and Eastern Oklahoma.St...
2023-10-23
55 min
Eastern Oklahoma Catholic
A Roadmap to the Life of Vice | Karlo Broussard
Catholic Answers Apologist Karlo Broussard, presents his talk “A Roadmap to the Life of Vice” at the Annual Faith Formation Conference for the Diocese of Tulsa & Eastern Oklahoma.The Diocese of Tulsa and Eastern Oklahoma entered into a partnership with Catholic Answers to provide parishes greater support in catechesis and evangelization. This is the first formal partnership between a diocese and Catholic Answers to offer apologetic, catechetical, and evangelization training to the faithful. Here on the "Eastern Oklahoma Catholic" Podcast, you can find all things Catholic in the Diocese of Tulsa and Eastern Oklahoma.St...
2023-10-23
55 min
Catholic Answers Focus
#504 Why Catholics Aren’t Wrong about John 6 - Karlo Broussard
If Catholics are right about John 6, every Christian is under divine command to celebrate the Eucharist. So is the Catholic Church right? Karlo Broussard joins us to explain why Catholics aren’t wrong. Cy Kellett: Hello, and welcome to Focus, the Catholic Answers podcast for living, understanding, and defending your Catholic beliefs. A lot going on as far as the Eucharist goes. We have all this kind of bad news that we’ve had in recent years about Catholics not accepting the real presence of Jesus in the Eucharist, or maybe not even knowing the teaching, which is, in some ways...
2023-09-20
00 min
Sunday Catholic Word
#43 Our Duty to Forgive Offenses - Karlo Broussard
Episode 43: Year A – 24th Sunday of Ordinary Time In this episode of the Sunday Catholic Word, we focus on one apologetical topic. We will be focusing on our duty to forgive offenses committed against us. Speaker 1: This is the Sunday Catholic Word, a production of Catholic Answers, the only podcast to look at the Sunday mass readings from an apologetic’s perspective. Karlo Broussard: Hey, everyone. Welcome back to the Sunday Catholic Word, a podcast where we reflect on the upcoming Sunday mass readings and pick out the details that are relevant for explaining and def...
2023-09-14
00 min
Catholic Answers Focus
#492 Jesus, Love, and the Threat of Hell - Karlo Broussard
“Jesus loves you, and if you don’t have faith in him, he’ll send you to hell.” In one form or another this reduction ad absurdum is used against Christians again and again. It is not just silliness, however. The problem of hell is a tough one, as apologist Karlo Broussard explains in this episode. Cy Kellett: Hello and welcome to Focus, the Catholic Answers podcast for living, understanding and defending your Catholic faith. I’m Cy Kellett, your host. And among the things that are probably hardest to accept about the Christian conception of the world, the Christi…
2023-07-05
00 min
Catholic Truth Podcast
Absolute Relativism Destroying our Church (With Karlo Broussard)
Absolute Relativism Destroying our Church (With Karlo Broussard)FOLLOW KARLO - https://karlobroussard.com/ https://www.catholic.com/profile/karlo-broussard - The New Relativism: https://shop.catholic.com/the-new-relativism-unmasking-the-philosophy-of-todays-woke-moralists/ BOOKS: https://amzn.to/3ACFr5n SUPPORTMonthly by PatreonMonthly, yearly, or one time via PayPalWEBSITE (Retreats, Keynotes, Parish Missions, Articles, and more) FOLLOW CATHOLIC TRUTH:Our Main YouTubeOur Family YouTubeBlog ArticlesFacebook Page hereInstagram TikTokTwitterPi...
2023-05-29
35 min
Philosophy for the People
The New Relativism w/ Karlo Broussard
Karlo Broussard returns to Philosophy for the People to discuss his new book The New Relativism.
2023-05-05
54 min
Catholic Answers Focus
#479 The New Hidden Relativism - Karlo Broussard
With the strident morality of modern movements such as “Me Too,” it would seem that relativism has been replaced with moralism. Well, maybe not, says Karlo Broussard in his latest book, “The New Relativism.” In this episode, he explains how moral outrage is often a cover for an entrenched relativism. Cy Kellett: Hello and welcome to Focus, the Catholic Answers Podcast for living, understanding and defending your Catholic faith. I am Cy Kellett, your host, and Karlo Broussard is our guest. He’s got a brand new book out that you can get over at shop.catholic.com or…
2023-04-05
00 min
Catholic Truth Podcast
The Dogmas of MARY! (With Karlo Broussard)
The 4 Dogmas of Mary ExplainedFollow Karlo Broussard:-- https://karlobroussard.com/ -- https://www.catholic.com/profile/karlo-broussard-- BOOKS: https://amzn.to/3ACFr5n OUR WEBSITE (Retreats, Keynotes, Parish Missions, articles, and more) SUPPORTMonthly by PatreonMonthly, yearly, or one time via PayPalFOLLOW US:Our Main YouTubeOur Family YouTubeBlog ArticlesFacebook Page hereInstagram TikTokQUESTIONS? https://www.subscribepage.com/e3e8c...
2023-01-29
41 min
Catholic Answers Focus
#469 The Manliness of Religion - Karlo Broussard
In the Western societies, fewer men than women practice religion. Karlo Broussard argues that, at least in part, this means they are likely failing at the hard work of manliness. Cy Kellett: Hello, and welcome to Focus, the Catholic Answers podcast for living, understanding and defending your Catholic faith. I’m Cy Kellett, your host. Karlo Broussard, our guest this time. And we’re going to talk a little bit about religion as it relates to men because it does seem… I don’t know the last time you were in a Catholic church, but that more women are taking seriousl...
2023-01-25
00 min
Catholic Feedback
Episode 96 - Purgatory is for Real with Karlo Broussard
On this episode, Keith is joined once again by Catholic Answers apologist Karlo Broussard. Karlo is the author of the book Purgatory is for Real and talks with Keith about what we know (and don't know) about Purgatory. Buy Karlo's book: https://shop.catholic.com/purgatory-is-for-real/ To support the channel and Keith's ministry: https://www.patreon.com/keithnester For more info about Keith visit: http://down2earthministry.org/
2023-01-12
1h 04
The Catholic Man Show
Happiness and the Moral Life with Karlo Broussard
Karlo Broussard joins us on The Catholic Man Show. In the episode, we discuss: What is happiness? The difference in happiness and joy. How emotions play a role in happiness. Is happiness imperative for the moral life? And much more! DRINK: Early Times Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey GEAR: N/A TOPIC: Happiness and the Moral Life Happiness and the Moral Life Did you see our 2022 Christmas Gift Guide? Support Us on Patreon Become a Patron! Over 40 interviews, a course with Karlo Broussard, a 10 part series on the domestic church, a course on fitness and virtue b...
2022-12-10
1h 09
Catholic Feedback
Episode 94 - Answering Protestant Comebacks with Karlo Broussard Part 2
Keith is joined by Catholic Answers Staff Apologist and author Karlo Broussard to discuss his new book and deal with common comebacks often leveled against Catholics. Karlo's new book: https://shop.catholic.com/meeting-the-protestant-response-how-to-answer-common-comebacks-to-catholic-arguments/ Karlo's book Purgatory is for real: https://shop.catholic.com/purgatory-is-for-real/ Karlo's website: https://karlobroussard.com/ Catholic Answers website: https://www.catholic.com/ To support the channel and Keith's ministry: https://www.patreon.com/keithnester For more info about Keith visit: http://down2earthministry.org/
2022-11-09
55 min
The Cordial Catholic
178: Responding to the Toughest Protestant Objections (w/ Karlo Broussard)
In this episode of The Cordial Catholic, I'm joined by speaker, author, and accomplished Catholic Answers apologist Karlo Broussard to talk about anticipating and responding to Protestant objections to Catholic ideas. It's all about knowing the Catholic faith and how to respond under pressure – and it's a great conversation. Karlo is a great guy and a perfect fit for the goal of this show which is to cordially explain the Catholic faith. Karlo has made a career out of building up the best arguments against the Catholic faith and, in charity, showing why they're completely wrong!
2022-11-02
1h 03
Parousia Podcast
Parousia Podcast - Meeting the Protestant Response - Karlo Broussard
In this episode of the Parousia Podcast, Charbel Raish talks to Karlo Broussard, Staff Apologist at Catholic Answers and international Catholic author and speaker. Karlo talks about his journey from talented musician to his current work at Catholic Answers, philosophy and the books that he has authored including his latest: Meeting the Protestant Response. https://karlobroussard.com/ Purchase Karlo's Book https://store.parousiamedia.com/meeti... Join the Parousia mailing list at https://www.parousiamedia.com/mailing... Parousia is committed to proclaiming the fullness of truth! If you wish to help us...
2022-09-28
58 min
Kresta in the Afternoon
Meeting the Protestant Challenge - Karlo Broussard(15 September 2022)
Every Catholic has heard the challenge: "How can you believe that? Don't you know the Bible says..." It's a challenge we have to meet. If we can't reconcile apparent contradictions between Scripture and Catholic teaching, how can our own faith survive? Karlo Broussard joins us. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/alkresta/message
2022-09-15
27 min
Catholic Answers Focus
#448 Meeting the Rapture Challenge - Karlo Broussard
Are Christians going to be taken up and out of the world before the big trouble with the anti-Christ begins? Catholics say no, that is a false view of God’s revelation regarding the end times. Our guest, Karlo Broussard takes up a popular Protestant challenge: How can the Catholic Church teach that faithful Christians will experience the final trial when the Bible teaches that Christians will be raptured before such a time? Cy Kellett: Karlo Broussard, apologist here at Catholic Answers. Thanks for being with us for focus. Karlo Broussard: Cy Kellett. Thanks for having me. Cy Kellett: Y…
2022-09-14
00 min
Catholic Feedback
Episode 92 - Answering Protestant Comebacks with Karlo Broussard Part 1
Keith is joined by Catholic Answers Staff Apologist and author Karlo Broussard to discuss his new book and to answer questions from Keith's Patreon supporters. Karlo's new book: https://shop.catholic.com/meeting-the-protestant-response-how-to-answer-common-comebacks-to-catholic-arguments/ Karlo's book Purgatory is for real: https://shop.catholic.com/purgatory-is-for-real/ Karlo's website: https://karlobroussard.com/ Catholic Answers website: https://www.catholic.com/ To support the channel and Keith's ministry: https://www.patreon.com/keithnester For more info about Keith visit: http://down2earthministry.org/
2022-09-07
1h 10
Catholic Answers Focus
#445 Traditions of Men (in the Bible) - Karlo Broussard
What exactly does it mean when Christ accuses the Pharisees of abandoning the commandments of God in favor of traditions of men? What are the implications for us? Karlo Broussard explores the proper place for “traditions of men.” Cy Kellett: Karlo Broussard, apologist here at Catholic Answers. Thanks for being with us. Karlo Broussard: Cy Kellet, thanks for having me. Cy Kellett: It’s always good when you’re here for focus. Karlo Broussard: Amen to that. Cy Kellett: And one of the things we can focus on with you because you’ve spent a lot of time in scholarly res…
2022-08-24
00 min
Dr. Tom Curran Podcast
August 23 -Answer Common Comebacks to Catholic Arguments: Karlo Broussard Interview
Dr. Tom Curran interviews Karlo Broussard, Author and Staff Apologist at Catholic Answers, to discuss his book Meeting The Protestant Response: How to Answer Common Comebacks to Catholic Arguments.
2022-08-23
54 min
Classical Theism Podcast
NEW Book|Divine Immutability, Matt. 16, & Rev. 12 w_ Karlo Broussard
What is the strong view of divine immutability that Karlo is defending in his doctoral dissertation? How can we analyze the famous Matthew 16:18 passage and identify "the rock"? Does Revelation 12 lend support to Catholic belief in the bodily assumption of Mary? Karlo Broussard joins the podcast to discuss these topics as we also look at his new book Meeting the Protestant Response. The Classical Theism Podcast aims to defend Catholic Christian ideas in conversation. With the help of various guests, I defend three pillars of the Catholic Christian worldview: (1) the God of classical theism exists, (2) Jesus is ou...
2022-08-22
49 min
Catholic Truth Podcast
Answering Protestant Objections (with Karlo Broussard)
Answering Protestant Objections (with Karlo Broussard)QUESTIONS? https://www.subscribepage.com/e3e8c7FOLLOW US:Our Main YouTubeOur Family YouTubeBlog ArticlesFacebook Page hereInstagramTikTokSUPPORTMonthly by PatreonMonthly, yearly, or one time via PayPalOUR WEBSITE (Retreats, Keynotes, Parish Missions, articles, and more)CHECK OUT OUR T-SHIRTS & MERCH https://thecatholictruth.org/shop/Like our shirts? Designed by Glorybound Apparel: https://gloryboundco.com/
2022-08-22
57 min
Catholic Answers Focus
#417 Three Things Atheists Get Right - Karlo Broussard
Atheists get the big thing wrong, but that doesn’t mean they get everything wrong. Karlo Broussard, author of Prepare the Way, explains why Catholics and atheists can agree on some important insights about God. Cy Kellett: Actually, atheists get a lot of stuff right. Karlo Broussard is next. Cy Kellett: Hello, and welcome to Focus, the Catholic Answers podcast for living, understanding, and defending your Catholic faith. I’m Cy Kellett, your host. We’re going to understand our faith by understanding what those who don’t have faith have to say about God. This time, Karl…
2022-03-09
00 min
Philanthropos Media
13: Mary and the Saints w/ Karlo Broussard
Why do Catholics pray to saints? Why is Mary so important and why do Catholics believe she was conceived without original sin? On today's episode of the podcast, Karlo Broussard and I sit down to talk about the topic of the intercession of the saints, seeking to discover the truth and provide answers for those cautious about the Catholic claims about Mary and the Saints.Email: pilatewhatistruth@gmail.comKarlo's Work:https://karlobroussard.com/https://www.catholic.com/Episode on Purgatory from "Pints with Aquinas":https://www.youtube.com/watch...
2022-01-18
59 min
Generation Vatican 2
Interview – Karlo Broussard – Purgatory
I got to sit down with Karlo Broussard from Catholic Answers and discuss Purgatory, the subject of his book “Purgatory is for Real”. His book provides a wonderfully complete discussion about the concept of purgatory, it’s history, and gives a detailed Biblical exegesis for the subject.GV2 Links:YouTubePatreonTwitterIGFB https://generationvatican2.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Interview-Karlo-Broussard-Purgatory.mp3
2021-12-11
00 min
Catholic Answers Focus
#386 Forgiveness: Jesus Gave Amazing Power to Priests - Karlo Broussard
Some Christians miss or explain away the amazing gift that Jesus gave his Church when he told the Apostles, “Whose sins you forgive are forgiven…” This unique moment is given to us in John 20:23. Karlo Broussard joins us to explain why the most obvious reading is the right one — Christ gave the Apostles the power to forgive sins. Cy Kellett: Did Jesus give the church a sacrament of confession or not? Karlo Broussard is next. Cy Kellett: Hello, and welcome to Focus, the Catholic Answers podcast for living, understanding, and defending your Catholic faith. I’m Cy K…
2021-10-21
00 min
Catholic Answers Focus
#378 Is My Soul Immortal? - Karlo Broussard
The author of Purgatory Is for Real tackles a tough philosophical question — is my soul made to last forever? If so, how do we know this? If not, what could happen that would destroy the life of my soul? Cy Kellett: Is there something immortal about you? Karlo Broussard next. Hello and welcome to Focus, the Catholic Answers podcast for living, understanding, and defending your Catholic faith. I’m Cy Kellett, your host, and I really enjoy talking with Karlo Broussard and maybe go at little technical this time, but that’s my fault. I kind of led Karlo into that b...
2021-08-18
00 min
Catholic Answers Focus
#376 What is a Soul? - Karlo Broussard
In the first of two conversations with Karlo about the soul, Cy asks Karlo to explain what a Christian means by “soul.” Where is the soul? Does everything have a soul? What is the point of having a soul? Using the tools of philosophy, Karlo gets us some answers. Cy Kellett: What is a soul anyway? Karlo Broussard, next. Hello and welcome to Focus, the Catholic Answers podcast for living, understanding and defending your Catholic faith. I have to admit this one comes from me. I wanted to have this conversation with Karlo, because I struggle with the idea of the...
2021-08-16
00 min
Catholic Answers Focus
#369 Missing Mass Is Deadly - Karlo Broussard
How on Earth could it really be a mortal sin to miss Mass? This seems so harsh! Catholic Answers Apologist Karlo Broussard takes up a hard challenge as he defends the Catholic requirement to participate in Sunday Mass. There are exceptions, of course, but as Karlo makes clear, missing Mass is not a thing to take lightly. Cy Kellett: Seriously, it’s a mortal sin to miss mass? Karlo Broussard, next. Cy Kellett: Hello and welcome to Focus, the Catholic Answers podcast for living, understanding, and defending your Catholic faith. I’m Cy Kellett, your host, and everybody’s got to…
2021-07-21
00 min
Catholic Answers Focus
#357 Is Religion Just a Coping Mechanism? - Karlo Broussard
Karlo Broussard, author of Prepare the Way: Overcoming Obstacles to God, the Gospel, and the Church, answers the common Freudian objection to belief in God—It’s just wish fulfillment. Cy Kellett: Is religion just a coping mechanism. Karlo Broussard is next. Hello and welcome to focus. The Catholic Answers podcast for living, understanding, and defending your Catholic faith. We’ll do a little defending today against the accusation that religion is all about a psychological need we have, to be comforted, most especially to be comforted in the face of the fact that we know that we…
2021-06-09
00 min
Catholic Answers Focus
#355 Is Salvation Guaranteed? - Karlo Broussard
Karlo Broussard takes up the challenge of those who say Romans chapter 8 assures the Christian that salvation cannot be lost. The author of Meeting the Protestant Challenge puts this passage within the context of the full teaching of Jesus and the Apostles in order to uncover the truth about salvation. Does Saint Paul promise my salvation is secure? Karlo Broussard is next. Cy Kellett: Hello, and welcome to Focus, the Catholic Answers podcast for living, understanding, and defending your Catholic faith. Part of our Catholic faith is that we have to work out our salvation in fear and trembling…
2021-06-02
00 min
Catholic Answers Focus
#349 Is God an Egomaniac Narcissist? - Karlo Broussard
Apologist Karlo Broussard responds to a common atheist critique of the God of the Bible, that he is a narcissist whose ego makes him hungry for the worship of his creatures. Does the Bible really give us such a creepy Lord? And even if he is not creepy, why does he insist on worship? THE ARTICLE: https://www.catholic.com/magazine/online-edition/is-it-egotistical-for-god-to-demand-your-love Cy Kellett: Is God an egocentric, narcissist maniac? Karlo Broussard, next. Hello, and welcome to Focus The Catholic Answers podcast for living, understanding, and defending your Catholic faith. I’m C…
2021-05-05
00 min
Catholic Answers Focus
#346 Did Jesus Allow Some Divorce? - Karlo Broussard
In Matthew’s Gospel, Jesus seems to soften his usual crystal-clear teaching against divorce. But what is he saying? Is he saying that adultery is an exception that allows for divorce? Karlo Broussard tackles this tough question. Cy Kellett: Does adultery cancel marriage? Karlo Broussard next. Hello, and welcome to Focus, the Catholic Answers podcast for living, understanding, and defending your Catholic faith. I’m Cy Kellett your host. In practice, we Catholics and Protestants probably don’t live very differently when it comes to marriage. I don’t know what the statist…
2021-04-26
00 min
Catholic Answers Focus
#344 Why Have Priests if We’re All Priests? - Karlo Broussard
Karlo Broussard, author of Meeting the Protestant Challenge, takes on a common challenge to the Catholic priesthood. If Peter says all Christians are priests — and he does — then what need have we of a Catholic priest? Why have priests if all Christians are priests? Karlo Broussard is next. Cy Kellett: Hello and welcome to Focus, the Catholic Answers podcast for living, understanding and defending your Catholic faith. I’m Cy Kellett, your host. A common challenge that’s made to Catholics from our Protestant brothers and sisters, we don’t need the priesthood. Pete…
2021-04-19
00 min
Catholic Answers Focus
#336 Is Vatican Blessing Decision Anti-Gay? - Karlo Broussard
CNN host Don Lemon took on the Vatican in a conversation with the women of The View. He explained that he doesn’t think God approves of the Catholic refusal to bless same-sex unions. We asked apologist Karlo Broussard to respond to Mr. Lemon’s take. Cy Kellett: Don Lemon lectures the Catholic Church. Karlo Broussard responds next. Hello and welcome to Focus, the Catholic answers podcast for living, understanding, and defending your Catholic faith. I’m Cy Kellett, your host. And the Vatican said recently Catholics are not going to bless same-sex unions. And you might be surpr…
2021-03-22
00 min
The Cordial Catholic
101: The Protestant Guide to Purgatory (w/ Karlo Broussard)
In this episode of the podcast, I'm joined by Catholic Answers apologist Karlo Broussard to talk about what Catholics really believe about purgatory – one of the most misunderstood Catholic beliefs. We dig into purgatory in the Old Testament, the New Testament, the Early Church, and the logical case of why purgatory must exist in the plan of salvation. For more from Karlo visit his website. Also see Catholic Answers. Check out Karlo's new book Purgatory is for Real.For more, visit The Cordial Catholic. Send your feedback to cordialcatholic@gmail.com.For...
2021-03-17
1h 13
Classical Theism Podcast
Exploring the Third Way w/ Karlo Broussard
What are some different readings of the Third Way? How can the Third Way still be defended? How can we respond to common objections against the Third Way? What did various Thomists think of the argument? Where does the De Ente reasoning come in? Karlo Broussard joins us to discuss these questions and more. The Classical Theism Podcast aims to defend Catholic Christian ideas in conversation. With the help of various guests, I defend three pillars of the Catholic Christian worldview: (1) the God of classical theism exists, (2) Jesus is our Messiah and Lord, and (3) He founded the...
2021-03-08
1h 34
The Catholic Conversation
2/13/21 - Karlo Broussard, Purgatory
Many Christians, even Catholics struggle to understand Purgatory. Karlo Broussard helps us discover what Purgatory is, the Biblical evidence for it and how it reveals God's mercy and providence. This episode is made possible by our friends at Crowning Glory Tea Room. Visit them at https://crowningglorytearoom.com/
2021-02-12
1h 02
Catholic Answers Focus
#324 Is Hell Unfair? - Karlo Broussard
Karlo Broussard, the author of Purgatory is for Real, addresses an email correspondent who asks: “Isn’t eternal punishment unfair for finite sins?” Cy Kellett: Is hell unfair? Karlo Broussard, next. Hello, and welcome to Focus, the Catholic Answers podcast for living, understanding and defending your Catholic faith. I’m Cy Kellett, your host. And today, we actually tackle what in many ways is probably the most difficult doctrine of Christian faith. The doctrine of hell, of the existence of hell and of the fact that some go there. It’s difficult for emotional reas…
2021-02-08
00 min
The Catholic Mama
Episode 133: Meeting the Protestant Challenge with Karlo Broussard (January 31, 2021)
Catholic Answer's Karlo Broussard joins Christine to discuss his book Meeting the Protestant Challenge, which seeks to answer common objections to the Catholic Faith. From the papacy to the sacrament of reconciliation, Karlo offers biblical evidence to help Catholics stand firm behind Church teachings.Read the show notes for this episode: https://thecatholicmama.com/exploring-faith/ep-133-meeting-the-protestant-challenge-with-karlo-broussard/ (January 31, 2021)
2021-01-31
36 min