The Trancendentals EXPLAINED w/ Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P.

A Catholic Story of Infertility, Miscarriage, & Hope w/ Bobby Mangiarelli | Ep. 11

How does a married Catholic couple endure infertility, miscarriage, and years of uncertainty while maintaining faith and trust in God? Today, Nick Capone talks with long-time friend, Bobby Mangiarelli, about his and his wife’s journey through loss, suffering, and hope. Bobby shares the impact of multiple miscarriages, what it means to embrace redemptive suffering, and how they leaned on the Sacrament of Marriage. Finally, Bobby discusses the spiritual and medical paths they pursued along the way, all of which led to surprising results. Discover More- Paul VI Institute Website [https://saintpaulvi.com/]- Springs in the Desert: Catholic Infertility Ministry Website [https://springsinthedesert.org/]Support & Follow- YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@culturalcatholicism]- Locals [https://culturalcatholicism.locals.com]- Instagram [https://instagram.com/culturalcatholicism]- Twitter/X [https://x.com/cultcatholicism]

Are Video Games Good for Your Soul? w/ Theresa Ambat | Ep. 10

How should Catholics approach video games and their impact on the soul?Today, Nick Capone speaks with Theresa Ambat, a Catholic creative and founder of Saint Sprites, about the moral and spiritual effects of gaming. They discuss discernment in choosing what to play, the risks of virtual free will, and how to combat video game addiction. They also explore the potential for more virtuous and faith-informed games in the future. *This episode was recorded prior to St. Carlo Acutis' canonization.Discover More- Saint Sprites Website [https://saintsprites.com/]- Theresa Ambat's YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@theresaamusic/videos]Support & Follow- Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/4pxK7N0ZgHtyQj4Ak8UwPX?si=BcFDY591SC2jMw5jzkJjAw]- Locals [https://culturalcatholicism.locals.com]- Instagram [https://instagram.com/culturalcatholicism]- Twitter/X [https://x.com/cultcatholicism]

The Trancendentals EXPLAINED w/ Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P.

Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P., Instructor of Dogmatic and Moral Theology at the Dominican House of Studies and co-host of the Godsplaining podcast, breaks down the Trancendentals through the lens of St. Thomas Aquinas. Discover More - Fr. Pine's Dominican Faculty Page [https://dhs.edu/people/rev-gregory-pine-o-p/] - The Godsplaining YouTube Channel [https://www.youtube.com/@Godsplaining/] Support & Follow - Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/4pxK7N0ZgHtyQj4Ak8UwPX?si=BcFDY591SC2jMw5jzkJjAw] - Locals [https://culturalcatholicism.locals.com] - Instagram [ https://instagram.com/culturalcatholicism] - Twitter/X [https://x.com/cultcatholicism]

Why are Catholic Men Smoking Pipes Again? w/ Caleb Mitchell | Ep. 9

Why are pipes experiencing a resurgence among Catholic men, and how can pipe smoking become an opportunity for contemplation and prayer? Today, Nick Capone speaks with Caleb Mitchell, founder of The Catholic Pipe Company, about the story behind his handmade briar pipes and the faith that inspires them. They discuss the craft of pipe making, the role of pipes and tobacco in Catholic culture, and how best to begin the hobby for those who are interested. Discover More - The Catholic Pipe Co. Website [https://catholicpipecompany.com/] - The Catholic Pipe Co. YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@CatholicPipeCo/videos] - The Catholic Pipe Co. Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/catholic.pipe.co/] Support & Follow - YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@culturalcatholicism/videos] - Locals [https://culturalcatholicism.locals.com] - Instagram [https://instagram.com/culturalcatholicism] - Twitter/X [https://x.com/cultcatholicism]

Why Mechanical Time Matters w/ Eric Wind | Ep. 8

What does luxury have to do with virtue? Today, Nick Capone talks with Eric Wind, founder of Wind Vintage and leading vintage watch expert, about craftsmanship, conversion, and the meaning of time. They discuss Eric’s journey into the Catholic Church, the tension between material success and humility, and how appreciating beauty and tradition can shape discipline rather than indulgence. Discover More- Wind Vintage Website [https://www.windvintage.com/about]- Eric Wind's Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/ericmwind/] Support & Follow- YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN5SPaSybrTC8-zZbvHEZDA]- Locals [https://culturalcatholicism.locals.com]- Instagram [https://instagram.com/culturalcatholicism]- Twitter/X [https://x.com/cultcatholicism]