The Catholic Passage Podcast

Saints, Superheroes & Evangelizing w/ Sam Estrada

In this episode of The Catholic Passage Podcast, host John interviews Sam Estrada, a Catholic artist and storyteller, whose work bridges faith and creativity. Sam shares his journey from a young artist inspired by family, to creating graphic novels that depict the lives of saints. He discusses his time in religious life, the challenges of transitioning back to lay life, and how he found love while discerning his vocation. Sam emphasizes the impact of his art on youth and the importance of using one's talents for God. He also shares insights into his future projects and the lessons he's learned about faith and creativity.

Chris Farley's Hidden Faith w/ Tom Farley

On this episode of the Catholic Passage Podcast, host John sits down with Tom Farley, brother of the late and beloved comedian, Chris Farley, to discuss fame, faith, family, comedy, addiction, and recovery. Explore the life of Chris Farley through this excellent and unique conversation opportunity via his brother, Tom Farley. Discover insights into his interior life, faith journey, and the impact of family and spirituality.

A Reason for Your Hope w/ Dr. Andrew Seeley

Welcome back to the Catholic Passage Podcast! This new episode's guest is Dr. Andrew T. Seeley, a Catholic educator currently on staff with the Augustine Institute, co-founder fo the Institute for the Boethius Institute for the Advancement of Liberal Education. We are excited to announce that Dr. Seeley will be presenting as a keynote speaker at our upcoming inaugural Catholic Passage summer conference, July 11. If you would like to find out more about our ministry, or feel so moved to share your gifts in collaboration with Catholic Passage, you can find us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠catholicpassage.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [catholicpassage.com]⁠ as well as our content on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@CatholicPassage]⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/CatholicPassage].

Modern Discipleship w/ Laura K. Beck

Welcome back to the Catholic Passage Podcast! We are back in the new year with a new podcasting season, along with some exciting additional CP projects coming this year. For 2026, we will be trying to publish video podcasts, as just one of the ways we look to step up the content we offer. This episode features an excellent guest, Laura K. Beck, a Christian content creator and writer. Laura shares with host Aaron about her journey from a busy journalist and mom to a dedicated Catholic writer and content creator. You'll discover how her reflections, poetry, and biblical insights have transformed her understanding of discipleship and evangelization. We break down her approach to social media, podcasting, and writing, revealing practical ways you can turn everyday encounters into powerful moments of faith-sharing. Whether it's journaling dreams, reaching strangers in simple conversations, or creating content that ignites curiosity, Laura K. Beck illustrates how authenticity and obedience open the door for God to work through you. If you would like to find out more about our ministry, or feel so moved to share your gifts in collaboration with Catholic Passage, you can find us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠catholicpassage.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [catholicpassage.com]⁠ as well as our content on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@CatholicPassage]⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/CatholicPassage].

Reviving Civic Discourse w/ Nathan Beacom

Welcome back to the Catholic Passage Podcast! We are back in the new year with a new podcasting season, along with some exciting additional CP projects coming this year. For 2026, we will be trying to publish video podcasts, as just one of the ways we look to step up the content we offer. In this great episode, Nathan Beacom shares about the Lyceum Movement, an initiative aimed at fostering civic engagement and intellectual dialogue in communities. Nathan shares his background, the historical context of the Lyceum, and the importance of creating spaces for meaningful conversations. The discussion between Nathan and host John Sandy highlights the movement's focus on relationships, tolerance, and the role of Catholics in promoting civil discourse. Nathan also outlines the future aspirations for the Lyceum and the impact it aims to have on society. If you would like to find out more about our ministry, or feel so moved to share your gifts in collaboration with Catholic Passage, you can find us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠catholicpassage.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [catholicpassage.com]⁠ as well as our content on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@CatholicPassage]⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/CatholicPassage].