The Wise Guys Podcast

Finding Our Political Compass, Part 4: War and Peace

Listen in as we explore the Church’s just war theory and how it relates to what’s happening in Ukraine and Israel. In this election year, the issue of war and peace is a huge one with grave implications. Join us as we explore how best to discern as Christians which party is best suited to help end these two crises.

Finding Our Political Compass, Part 3: Church Teaching on the Economy

Throughout this series we are facing squarely the Church’s teaching on the dominate issues we face in this upcoming presidential election. In this episode, we wrestle with church teaching on the economy and economic systems. While the Church is not an expert in economic science, she has much to say about the moral principles that help the economy best align with the nature and dignity of the human person.

Finding Our Political Compass, Part 2: Marriage, Family, and the State

Throughout this series we are facing squarely the Church’s teaching on the dominate issues we face in this upcoming presidential election. In this episode, we tackle the Church’s teaching on the relationship of government to the institution of marriage, family life, and the fallout of the Sexual Revolution.

Finding Our Political Compass, Part 1

In this episode, we dive into the critical importance of Catholic social teaching for how disciples should engage and respond to the issues facing our country in the 2024 election. We also explore the Church’s prophetic role in the history of nations, especially in recent times.

Through the Red Door: An Interview with Ellen Franty

In this episode, we are joined by our friend, Ellen Franty, whose story is a testament to the hidden and quiet transformation of grace in an ordinary life.

Outrage Over the Trans Supper

In this episode, we discuss the experience of being offended when Christianity is mocked and ridiculed and how Jesus challenges us to respond.

Altar Wine, Cocaine, and Jesus

In this episode, we interview Joe and Kristi Indovina. Listen in as they share the story of their childhood drug and alcohol addictions and how Jesus carried them out of the pits of hell. Joe and Kristi met while rehabilitating, got married, and now do their best to live day-to-day in the heart of Christ.

Archbishop Viganò and the Obedience of Faith

In this episode, we discuss the Archbishop’s excommunication, how we – as Catholics – are called to the obedience of faith, and how we – according to the Spirit of Christ – should handle the challenges we face with our leaders…even the Pope.

A Gen X Perspective

Michel celebrates his 55th birthday this week! Join us as we reflect back on our childhood, the cultural changes we’ve seen, and the challenges of parenting the next generation.

The Ever-Elusive “Simple Life” – Is It Actually Attainable?

In this episode, we discuss the complexity and busyness of life and how those challenge our ability to keep our attentions and intentions where they belong.