The Catholic Gentleman is a show for Catholic Men on topics related to living your best life in the modern world. Featuring conversations on all aspects of masculinity, as well as interviews with experts, the show seeks to provide practical insights for men of all ages. There are great Catholic men who are intentionally committed to the difficult work of actual life. Join us and be one of them. Hosts include John Heinen, Sam Guzman, and Devin Schadt. Episodes are released weekly. Be a Man. B ...
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How Catholics Celebrate Christmas Better Than Anyone
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The Christmas season is a time for Catholics to celebrate, and our celebrations are longer, better, and more meaningful than the rest of the world. Today, John Heinen and Devin Schadt discuss the richness of Christmas traditions and how they improve everyone's lives. Find out why Christmas is celebrated on December 25th, the meaning of the term Xma…
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Without This Your Advent Fails
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"Prepare the way of the Lord!" In this powerful Advent episode, John Heinen, Devin Schadt, and Sam Guzman explore the unique spiritual landscape of the season, uncovering those mysterious spiritual déjà vu moments that can profoundly reshape your interior life. Discover the four critical elements that can transform your Advent—from confronting your…
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5 Essentials Every Son Needs From His Father
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Every father faces the immense challenge of shaping his son. In this compelling episode, John Heinen, Devin Schadt, and Sam Guzman confront the critical question: How can fathers avoid leaving emotional wounds and instead raise sons who thrive to be men? Discover the five essential needs every son has from his father—needs that, when neglected, kee…
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Truth Matters: A Father's Love, Politics, and Culture (w/ Dr. Robert George)
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We are joined by the esteemed Princeton University Professor of Jurisprudence (aka the study of law), Dr. Robert George, to discuss the difficulties and counter-ideologies of our time and what men must do to stand against these false truths. Robert also shares with us a powerful story of his father's love and how continually witnessing this strengt…
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Every action we make is geared towards finding happiness. Every man's quest for happiness often leads to accepting finite pleasures to satisfy an infinite desire. Yet, there exists a path to true fulfillment that aligns with God's will and brings lasting joy. In this episode, John Heinen, Devin Schadt, and Sam Guzman reveal three essential keys to …
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Faith, Success, and Navigating the Modern World (w/Jonathan Doyle and Jeff Schiefelbein)
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Bringing Christ to others amid the noise and clutter of modern life is challenging. Today, in studio, John Heinen sits down with two successful, virtuous, and inspiring men to discuss how we evangelize and live authentically. Jonathan Doyle and Jeff Schiefelbein candidly address the real problems facing society and share how they are creatively ris…
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The Difference Matters: Overcoming Depression and Desolation
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Depression is on the rise, and the mental health crisis affects everyone. When addressing our lives as body, mind, and soul—always at war with the forces of evil—the concept of spiritual desolation inevitably arises. Spiritual desolation is something the Church has addressed and discussed for centuries. While depression and spiritual desolation are…
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Men, what behaviors or actions might be pushing women away? In this episode, John Heinen and Devin Schadt explore four common traits that can hinder your relationships. Whether you're single or married, we discuss why these actions are off-putting both physically and psychologically. Learn how to reorder your life to avoid these pitfalls and cultiv…
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The Wicked Truth of Halloween
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There has been a growing obsession with Halloween and horror in recent years. Halloween is now America's 2nd largest commercial holiday, and its fascination does not appear to be in decline. When you consider the argument of this festival's pagan roots, Catholics are often left confused. Today John Heinen, Sam Guzman, and Devin Schadt discuss the C…
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5 American Heroes Who Saved the Lives of Women
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We have found live footage of five men who recently saved the lives of women and children. In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, heroes have emerged, demonstrating strength and courage in the face of adversity. John Heinen, Sam Guzman, and Devin Schadt highlight five heroic men and their stories from the hurricane's devastation. They examine the vi…
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5 Hacks The Experts Got From Catholics
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The most elite, successful, and powerful people have their bag of tricks, skill sets, hacks, daily routines, and habits. They use them, profess them, and generate a ton of online traffic, views, subs, and money from them. Today John Heinen and Devin Schadt discuss the real source of their wisdom which is the Catholic Church. From its rich monastic …
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Praying the Rosary Like Never Before w/ Mark Hartfiel
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The rosary is the most excellent form of prayer that is the remedy for all evils today. John Heinen meets with Mark Hartfiel of That Man Is You! to explore the profound significance of the rosary and expose why it should be prayed daily. They discuss Mark's remarkable series that takes viewers around the world, allowing them to engage with the myst…
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5 Reasons Men Should NOT Get Married
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John Heinen, Devin Schadt, and Sam Guzman explore the nature of marriage in our fast-paced hook-up culture and examine why some men (and women) argue that men should avoid marriage. With declining marriage rates and persistently high divorce rates, it's clear that marriage is challenging, leading millions to opt out entirely. We discuss 5 reasons w…
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WARNING: This episode contains adult content. John Heinen and Devin Schadt explore the seven torments of hell as described in Scripture and elucidated by saints and doctors of the Church. Every person of goodwill should be aware of these torments to inspire a deeper commitment to holiness and truth. Few doctrines of the Faith cause more discomfort …
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John Heinen, Devin Schadt, and Sam Guzman meet to discuss the confusing and often controversial topic of working on Sundays. We are called to abstain from work on Sundays, and indeed it can be sinful to engage in unnecessary labor. Yet we face the challenge of discerning what constitutes work, how we as men living for God can fulfill this precept, …
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John Heinen, Devin Schadt, and Sam Guzman discuss the incomparable role that fathers have in the lives of their children. Being a father is not easy; however, our families and our societies depend on it. Today we distill the struggles of a father to the largest reason that fathers fail. This reason can present itself in two extremes and understandi…
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How To Know God's Will For Your Life w/ Dan Burke
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John Heinen meets with Dan Burke to dive into how we can clearly know God's will in our lives. Looking at the great Doctor of the Church, St. Alphonsus, we discuss the truths that everyone needs to hear and commit to memory. We often view our relationship with God as some sort of game to be won, rather than a loving union to be experienced and stre…
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4 Reasons Why the Devil Hates the Blessed Virgin
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John Heinen, Devin Schadt, and Sam Guzman sit down to discuss why Satan hates the Blessed Virgin Mary so intensely. They unpack the truths that Scripture, Tradition, modern exorcists, and the holy saints uniformly teach. From Genesis to Revelation, the battle between the devil and Our Blessed Mother is clear. In this episode, they touch on four rea…
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Join John Heinen, Devin Schadt, and Sam Guzman as they sit down and unpack essential truths that men wish they had known in their youth. In this enlightening episode, our hosts share hard-earned wisdom and insights from their own experiences and those of great men who came before them. Whether you're a young man seeking guidance or an older gentlem…
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The Man Who Walked 1200 Miles Holding Christ
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I have the privilege of speaking with Fr. Roger Landry, who embarked on an extraordinary 1,200-mile plus Eucharistic pilgrimage across the United States while carrying Christ. We explore the profound impact of bringing Jesus in the Eucharist to tens of thousands of people, where even the most indifferent hearts were moved. Fr. Landry shares stories…
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Do the Harder Thing w/ Jordan Burke
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WARNING: this episode contains adult content that may not be suitable for younger listeners. In this episode replay, we speak with Jordan Burke, a former policeman, who in seeking justice fell into bitterness, resentment, and anger. This propelled him into addictions, the loss of his daughter, and the realization that his life was unhinged. His pow…
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The Missing Link: Brotherhood in Modern Catholicism
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Today, we discuss an aspect of Catholicism that affects our ability to live out our calling in life, grow as a community, evangelize to others, and love as Christ requires. When we think of our relationships and how we are called to be friends, it only scratches the surface of the truth that today's guest, Jason Craig, brings to the forefront. Our …
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Today, John, Devin, and Sam are discussing something that will get you out of the vicious cycle that sin places upon us. This is incredibly important because who likes falling into the same sin over and over and over? What if it’s a mortal sin that just keeps returning and you feel trapped when it happens? Helplessness sets in and moving forward se…
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The Most Dangerous Thing You Will Ever Do
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Today, John, Devin, and Sam are discussing something that—from our perspective—is quite possibly never proclaimed, discussed, or pondered by men in the Church today. Could this be the very reason why only 31% of Mass going Catholics believe Our Savior is present in the Eucharist? We want to be clear: today’s episode is not just another discussion a…
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The Unholy 6 Ps: Which One Keeps You Down?
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What does it mean to be in the world but not of the world? If we understand this concept generally, how can we live it out, and what benchmarks can men use to stay on track? Today, Devin, Sam, and John discuss 6 categories that can help you focus on resisting worldly temptations and truly living your best life. This challenging episode lays out 6 P…
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Raising Your Sons to be Men w/ Exorcist Fr. Chad Ripperger
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Exorcist priest, Fr. Chad Ripperger, joins us to discuss the general entitlement belief and effeminacy pervasive in men today. We find boys moving to this state of adolescence and frankly never getting out of it. Not only is this state of existence contrary to right order, it stunts growth and keeps boys mentally, emotionally, spiritually, and phys…
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What Has to Change at Mass NOW w/ Fr. Donald Calloway
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We find ourselves in unprecedented times, where over 69% of Church going Catholics no longer believe in the unchanging dogma of Christ's presence in the Eucharist. This is a grave problem that all men must ask themselves: Why? Fr. Donald Calloway joins John Heinen to discuss the reasons this has been an increasing problem over the last 50 years and…
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Handling Gay Pride and Speaking with Friends w/ Jason Evert
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WARNING: this episode contains adult content that may not be suitable for younger listeners. Today John and Devin are joined by Jason Evert to discuss homosexuality, pride month, and the correct response that Catholic men should have to these issues. We explore the difference between connecting with individuals versus confronting groups and ideolog…
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There are only two options that you can take in this world. There is no divide or alternative option and you must choose. We hear politicians, preachers, self-help gurus, and influencers use the term “red-pill" all the time to refer to finally being awake to reality. But, perhaps we are not as awake and woke as we think we are. What if most of us a…
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Evangelization is not just for Protestants, apologists, priests, or for… well… evangelists. Christ and His Church mandate all believers to proclaim the Gospel. Let’s be honest, this divine mandate can instill fear and dread in most of us. In today’s episode, John, Sam, and Devin reveal the 5 major evangelization mistakes that can trip us up and cou…
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The Primary Importance of Fathers w/ Fr. Mark-Mary, CFR
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Today we are joined by Fr. Mary-Mary Ames of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal to discuss the depth of fatherhood in a search to answer: Who is God the Father? We discuss Fr. Mary-Mary's conversion story that led him to serve the poorest of the poor and sleeping on the floor, to how God the Father has brought him to a deep understanding of His l…
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3 Sure Signs That the Devil Owns You
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Men can choose to live a mediocre life. We see this throughout our society, in our churches, and among our families and friends. The first step to changing this is waking up to the reality of this truth and becoming aware of how you are falling into the trap. Satan wants you to stay trapped in this state, and in today's episode, we discuss 3 signs …
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Every Woman Needs a Man’s Strength - 5 Ways
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Women need the strength of men. It is not just a biological reality but one that expands to all aspects of a man's relationship with a woman. Regardless of what popular opinion, ideologies, or political agendas might suggest, without the strength of men our society would crumble. Today, Sam, Devin, and John discuss a recent Kent State University st…
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Epidemic of Male Loneliness: Is there a Cure?
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Why are men so lonely? An epidemic of male loneliness is ravaging the United States. 79% of the suicides in the last 20 years have been men. The Surgeon General has called for increased awareness and more programs to help. However, programs are not going to change the culture. Programs are not going to cure this epidemic. In this episode, we tackle…
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"All of humanity's problems stem from man's inability to sit quietly in a room", stated Pascal, and this is the issue we tackle today. Prayer is a challenge for our modern minds, and the idea of growing in prayer, allowing prayer to transform us, as well as be our life support in every struggle, suffering, and tough decision in life is even more di…
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Why Are Men Afraid of Failure and How to Change It
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Today, we answer one of the most Googled questions on the internet for men; How do I stop failing? We delve into why failure and the fear it brings grip men in our world, and how real men confront failure. You have experienced this in your life and perhaps it has hindered you from accomplishing a desired goal. But it doesn't have to be this way. We…
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Andrew Tate and the Destruction of Men
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Today we respond to an image of masculinity that has been adopted and admired by millions of men today but is toxic to their lives as well as society. Andrew Tate has gained billions of views and created an online program called Hustler's University that brought in over 150,000 men paying to learn how to become millionaires and get women. John and …
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This One Thing Makes a Great Father
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Our society is a mess, and when you get down to the quick of it, you find the crisis of men not living their lives as good fathers. It's a sad truth that many in our society struggle to comprehend what it truly means to be a good father, let alone how to live as one. Today we discuss the one thing that makes a great father. This one thing is crucia…
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Two Devastating Ways NOT to Deal with Sin
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We hear a lot about the Good News today, but we do not hear much about the bad news. However, as Peter Kreeft has stated, without the bad news, the good news is meaningless. Sin is not spoken of frequently enough, glossed over, and sometimes outright ignored. We all know that the secular world champions vice and acts as if it is virtue, and while t…
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Your Life’s Power Plan: 8 Essential Pillars
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In the grand theme of life, we are called to be great men. Throughout our journey, we encounter individuals of deep character and integrity, men who have realized their fullest potential. When we encounter such individuals, we aspire to emulate their virtues, desiring a life that mirrors their example. Yet, when we turn our gaze inward and reflect …
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GUEST SERIES: Miscarriage, Child Loss, and the Grief of Fathers
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Today we sit down with Patrick O'Hearn and Bryan Feger, co-authors of "The Grief of Dads: Support and Hope for Catholic Fathers Navigating Child Loss." to discuss the loss of a child and the lasting effects it has on men. Drawing from their personal experiences of enduring multiple miscarriages, Patrick and Bryan offer a poignant exploration of the…
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St. Joseph’s 5 Virtues: Do You Have Them?
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There is one man who is a model of strength for all men. For our 150th episode, we go into 5 principles that guided this man's life and that every man alive can learn from. These 5 principles carry great weight and power to improve and better our lives. Generations will continue to study how this man lived and turn to him for guidance. Consecration…
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GUEST SERIES: Saving the West Through Creativity, Courage, and the Story of a Hero | Anthony D'Ambrosio
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In this episode, my guest is Anthony D'Ambrosio, a director and screenwriter for the new film on St. Maximilian Kolbe, Triumph of the Heart. We discuss how the saints can bring you back from the brink of despair and hopelessness to deep faith amidst the darkest times in your life. Anthony shares his story that begins with a debilitating infection, …
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Why do we crave comfort so fervently? Jordan Peterson and Andrew Huberman have gained fame by dissecting the pitfalls of pursuing comfort. They offer a roadmap out of the rut many find themselves in, emphasizing the crucial role of discipline. Undoubtedly, discipline is essential, yet it alone cannot propel you to the heights of success. Today, we …
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Sin brings in its wake a barrage of emotional consequences and external damages. If the sin has long-term effects, we can feel substantial guilt and often shame for our failings and selfishness. This same thing can happen if the sin is habitual or uniquely toxic. How do you heal from shame, overcome guilt, and rightly order your life to avoid despa…
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Relationships are vitally important to our lives as men. After all, Christ told us to love our neighbor as ourselves. Yet, if we are being honest, when people are working against us, constantly rubbing us the wrong way, or are outright enemies, it can be confusing to understand how this love takes shape. Today, we dive into a conversation about how…
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Marriage is tough, it comes with incomparable joys, as well as intense sorrow. When two people, both fallen and broken, enter into a loving marriage they must expect struggles and sacrifices. It is through these challenges that their love will be purified and they become witnesses to a profound commitment mostly lacking in today's world. Today we r…
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4 Enemies Destroying Your Spiritual Life
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We all want to be successful and have a great life, however, most men place their spiritual life as something separate from that roadmap and strategy. Unfortunately, the opposite is true. If we really want that life, that vitality, and that greatness we have to fix our broken plan. Today we take an aerial view of the spiritual life so that every ma…
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Lent comes every year, yet often we struggle to create an effective plan to improve ourselves and refocus on Christ. During Lent, all men's minds should be moved with greater zeal to develop and expand on our spiritual disciplines, but how can we achieve this successfully? For the ways of the world are many and even the best among us lack the const…
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Discerning the Voice of Satan
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If Satan and his demons are going around waging a perpetual war on mankind and seeking whom they may devour, wouldn't it be great if we understood their tactics and strategies? Today John, Devin, and Sam discuss how the Church has grown in her understanding, through Scripture, theology, as well as exorcisms, and how we can use this knowledge to our…
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