The Wise Guys Podcast

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.

Interview with Evelina Sluga: From Polish Catholicism to Witchcraft, Psychedelics and Back Again

Join us as we listen to Evelina’s story that highlights how God can use EVERYTHING in our lives to draw us to Himself.

Juneteenth or Jesus: How to Address the Problem of Injustice

In this episode, we continue exploring themes from Mike’s book – Wounded Witness. Listen in as we discuss the ways Jesus teaches us to remedy social, political, and economic injustices.

Jesus and the Integrated Self

Playing off of themes from Mike’s book – Wounded Witness – we explore the good and the bad of modern popular and positive psychology. Listen in as we discuss the difference Jesus makes when He is at the center of the integrated self.

Harrison Butker and Catholic Tribalism

Drawing upon themes in Michel’s new book – Wounded Witness – we engage in a discussion of the furor around Butker’s commencement speech at Benedictine College.

Dashboard Jesus: An interview with Ree Mitra

Join us for our first Witness interview with a dear friend, Ree Mitra. Born into a practicing Hindu family, Ree shares how Jesus quietly worked his way into his life as an ambitious young businessman chasing after the false hope of worldly success. Listen in as Ree shares his story of finding his true identity and purpose in life from a little statue of Jesus on the dashboard of his uncle’s car.