Dr. Karlo

#28 Why a Bible Christian Should Believe Mary as Mother of God - Karlo Broussard

Is calling Mary the Mother of God biblical? This episode explores key passages like Luke 1:43 and Galatians 4:4, along with early Christian testimony and even Reformers like Martin Luther and John Calvin, to show why this ancient title flows directly from Scripture and historic Christian belief. TRANSCRIPT: The Council of Ephesus in A.D. 431 declared Mary to be the Theotokos—the God-bearer. In other words, it proclaimed Mary to be the Mother of God. But should a Bible Christian believe that? Is there any evidence from Scripture that Mary is the Mother of God? Stick around—and you’ll find out. ...

#027 Evangelization, the Papacy, and My Journey of Faith (Interview) - Karlo Broussard

In this episode of Dr. Karlo, Karlo Broussard reflects on his journey from Cajun musician to Catholic apologist while discussing evangelization, the papacy, Protestantism, philosophy, and the intellectual coherence of the Catholic faith.

#026 “Invoking the Saints Leads to Abuse and Gospel Violations”—Is this a Reason to Give It Up? - Karlo Broussard

In this episode, Karlo Broussard responds to Gavin Ortlund by defending Marian prayer and the Catholic practice of invoking the saints.

#025 Chance or Design? The Truth Behind Evolution - Karlo Broussard

In this episode, Karlo Broussard responds to thinkers like Richard Dawkins and Christopher Hitchens, challenging the claim that evolution’s randomness eliminates the need for God by showing that chance actually presupposes an underlying order or design. Drawing on classical philosophy and Thomas Aquinas, I argue that evolutionary processes can fit within divine providence, rather than undermine it.

#024 The Sight of Men or God? What James Meant by Justification - Karlo Broussard

Is James 2:24 about being justified before God—or just in the sight of others? In this episode, I break down key Protestant objections and show why James’s teaching on faith and works points to a real, grace-enabled justification before God, not mere human vindication.