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Godsplaining

Godsplaining

By: Dominican Friars Province of St. Joseph
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Welcome to Godsplaining: Each week Dominican friars tackle the questions that keep you up at night—faith, doubt, culture, philosophy, theology, and real life. Expect clear Catholic answers, big ideas, and conversations that spark “aha” moments without (too much) jargon. Whether you’re a cradle Catholic who loves Thomas Aquinas or just curious, pull up a chair and think deeper with us. New episodes every Thursday—subscribe now.

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  • What Today's Catholics Can Learn from Fulton Sheen
    Jun 25 2026

    What made Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen one of the most influential Catholic voices of the 20th century?

    In this episode of Godsplaining, Fr. Patrick and Fr. Joseph-Anthony explore five essential lessons from Fulton Sheen's life and ministry. From his unwavering commitment to Catholic doctrine and daily Eucharistic holy hours to his love for Our Lady, passion for evangelization, and defense of authentic Christian freedom, Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen offers a roadmap for faithful Christian living that is just as relevant today as it was during his legendary television ministry.

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    Justice: Judge Rightly, Give Freely: https://a.co/d/0dx0V5AT

    O Sacred Banquet: Exploring the Eucharistic Mystery with Saint Thomas Aquinas: https://a.co/d/0hLdv7oU

    Witness: https://www.avemariapress.com/products/witness-1

    Training the Tongue: https://stpaulcenter.com/store/training-the-tongue-and-growing-beyond-sins-of-speech

    Your Eucharistic Identity: https://ignatius.com/your-eucharistic-identity-yeip/

    St. Dominic's Way of Life: https://www.amazon.com/Saint-Dominics-Way-Life-Knowing/dp/1681929392

    Prudence: Choose Confidently, Live Boldly: https://www.amazon.com/Prudence-Choose-Confidently-Live-Boldly/dp/1681927322/

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    To learn more about the Province of St. Joseph visit: www.opeast.org

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    37 mins
  • Mitali Perkins on Why Adults Need Children’s Books
    Jun 22 2026

    What if some of the most important books you'll ever read were written for children?

    In this episode of Godsplaining, Fr. Bonaventure Chapman sits down with acclaimed author Mitali Perkins to discuss the enduring power of children's literature. From The Chronicles of Narnia and The Hobbit to Anne of Green Gables and A Little Princess, they explore how stories shape the moral imagination, cultivate virtue, and help both children and adults encounter truth, goodness, and beauty.

    Whether you're a parent, teacher, reader, or simply someone looking to rediscover wonder, this conversation offers a compelling case for returning to the stories that shape the soul.

    Learn more about Mitali Perkins and find her books here: https://www.mitaliperkins.com/

    Send your questions for the friars to: godsplaining@opeast.org

    Subscribe to our channel https://www.youtube.com/c/Godsplaining

    Support the Podcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/godsplaining

    Shop our merch: https://godsplaining.org/store/

    Shop Books Written by the Friars

    Justice: Judge Rightly, Give Freely: https://a.co/d/0dx0V5AT

    O Sacred Banquet: Exploring the Eucharistic Mystery with Saint Thomas Aquinas: https://a.co/d/0hLdv7oU

    Witness: https://www.avemariapress.com/products/witness-1

    Training the Tongue: https://stpaulcenter.com/store/training-the-tongue-and-growing-beyond-sins-of-speech

    Your Eucharistic Identity: https://ignatius.com/your-eucharistic-identity-yeip/

    St. Dominic's Way of Life: https://www.amazon.com/Saint-Dominics-Way-Life-Knowing/dp/1681929392

    Prudence: Choose Confidently, Live Boldly: https://www.amazon.com/Prudence-Choose-Confidently-Live-Boldly/dp/1681927322/

    Connect on Social Media

    Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/godsplaining/

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    Follow us on X: https://x.com/godsplaining

    To learn more about the Province of St. Joseph visit: www.opeast.org

    To support the Province of St. Joseph visit: www.dominicanfriars.org

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    42 mins
  • Can a Good Person Tell a Lie?
    Jun 18 2026

    Most people instinctively say that lying is wrong—until they're presented with an extreme case. What if a murderer came to your door? What if hiding the truth could protect an innocent person?

    In this episode of Godsplaining, Fr. Gregory and Fr. Bonaventure explore traditional Christian teaching on lying, drawing from St. Augustine, St. Thomas Aquinas, and even Immanuel Kant. They discuss why truthfulness is so central to the moral life, whether every lie is sinful, and how Catholics should think about difficult situations where telling the truth seems costly. The conversation goes beyond rules and exceptions to ask a deeper question: Do you want to be the kind of person who tells the truth?

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    Join Exodus 90 and their Return of the King challenge: https://exodus90.com/godsplaining

    Limited spots! Sign up for the 2026 Men's Retreat in August: https://godsplaining.org/events-2/mens-retreat-brevard-nc-august-2026/

    Send your questions for the friars to: godsplaining@opeast.org

    Subscribe to our channel https://www.youtube.com/c/Godsplaining

    Support the Podcast

    Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/godsplaining

    Shop our merch: https://godsplaining.org/store/

    Shop Books Written by the Friars

    Justice: Judge Rightly, Give Freely: https://a.co/d/0dx0V5AT

    O Sacred Banquet: Exploring the Eucharistic Mystery with Saint Thomas Aquinas: https://a.co/d/0hLdv7oU

    Witness: https://www.avemariapress.com/products/witness-1

    Training the Tongue: https://stpaulcenter.com/store/training-the-tongue-and-growing-beyond-sins-of-speech

    Your Eucharistic Identity: https://ignatius.com/your-eucharistic-identity-yeip/

    St. Dominic's Way of Life: https://www.amazon.com/Saint-Dominics-Way-Life-Knowing/dp/1681929392

    Prudence: Choose Confidently, Live Boldly: https://www.amazon.com/Prudence-Choose-Confidently-Live-Boldly/dp/1681927322/

    Connect on Social Media

    Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/godsplaining/

    Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/godsplaining/

    Follow us on X: https://x.com/godsplaining

    To learn more about the Province of St. Joseph visit: www.opeast.org

    To support the Province of St. Joseph visit: www.dominicanfriars.org

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    35 mins
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