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Pints With Aquinas

Matt Fradd

300 episodes

Long form discussions, debates, and teachings on the Catholic faith.

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  1. Why Muslims Are Leaving Islam for Christianity (David Wood) | Ep. 550

    · 3 h 21 min

    In this interview, Matt sits down with David Wood, an evangelical apologist who focuses his efforts on exposing the truth about Islam. The conversation touches on David's start as an apologist, his friendship with…

  2. Accepting Who God Made You to Be (Fr. Mike Schmitz) | Ep. 549

    · 3 h 08 min

    In this interview, Matt sits down with the one and only Fr. Mike Schmitz. The conversation focuses on accepting who God made you to be — as it relates to getting older, detachment (even from good things), anxiety,…

  3. 5 Remedies for Sorrow (Fr. Boniface Hicks) | Ep. 548

    · 2 h 20 min

    In this episode, Matt sits down with his spiritual father, Fr. Boniface Hicks, to unpack Aquinas' five remedies to sorrow. There's so much sadness in the world today, may this episode be a healing balm if you're wading…

  4. The Future of the Show...

    · 37 min

    Pints With Aquinas is nearly 10 years old. In this video I want to share some personal news about the next chapter of Pints With Aquinas and what it means for those of you who have supported me from the beginning. 📕…

  5. Comedy, Rehab, and Going on The Tonight Show (John Crist) | Ep. 547

    · 2 h 38 min

    In this episode, Matt interviews comedian and podcaster John Crist. The conversation focuses on comedy, what it was like getting on Jimmy Fallon, going to rehab, shame, speaking out in public when you see injustice,…

  6. The State of the Church (Raymond Arroyo) | Ep. 546

    · 2 h 33 min

    In this episode, Matt interviews Raymond Arroyo—host of EWTN's "The World Over," New York Times Best Selling author, award-winning producer, chart topping vocalist and broadcaster, and podcast host. The conversation…

  7. Catholicism, Tattoos, & Getting Banned From Australia (Shayne Smith) | Ep. 545

    · 3 h 44 min

    In this episode, Matt sits down with Shayne Smith—professional stand-up comic, newly confirmed Catholic, and (apparently) political extremist—to talk about how being Catholic is punk rock in today's crazy world. The…

  8. Is The University System Dead? (Jacob Imam)

    · 1 h 51 min

    This Live Interview is with Jacob Imam, who was born into a Muslim home, and converted to Catholicism under the guidance of his godfather, Walter Hooper (C. S. Lewis's personal secretary). He graduated from the…

  9. The Latin Mass Is Not Going Away... and Here's Why (Dr. Peter Kwasniewski) | Ep. 543

    · 3 h 57 min

    In this interview, Matt talks with Dr. Peter Kwasniewski—author, lecturer, scholar and composer—about his (Dr. Kwasniewski's) first experience with the Traditional Latin Mass, and how it deeply impacted him and changed…

  10. What to do When Marriage Gets Hard (Jason & Crystalina Evert) | Ep. 542

    · 3 h 54 min

    In this interview, Matt sits down with not just one, but two special guests: Jason and Crystalina Evert. The conversation is all about marriage, particularly how to navigate the tough times in marriage and parenthood…

  11. Is "Therapy Culture" Toxic? (Dr. Gerry Crete) | Ep. 541

    · 3 h 16 min

    In this episode, Matt sits down with therapist Dr. Gerry Crete to unpack what therapy actually is, how it differs from spiritual direction, why so many people today are seeing therapists regularly, and if therapy is…

  12. When Did the Michael Knowles Show Become a Catholic Apologetics Channel? (Michael Knowles) | Ep. 540

    · 1 h 44 min

    In this episode, Matt visits Michael Knowles in his Nashville studio to smoke cigars (and talk about cigars), discuss how absolutely CATHOLIC Knowles' show has become, the state of the world and young people today,…

  13. The Apocalypse, Antichrist, and Second Coming (Dr. Scott Hahn) | Ep. 539

    · 1 h 59 min

    Matt is joined in the studio by the one and only Dr. Scott Hahn to discuss what the Bible says (specifically the Book of Revelation) about the apocalypse, the rapture, the Antichrist, Jesus' second coming, and more! 🍺…

  14. Answering Every Protestant Objection to Mary (Fr. Josémaría) | Ep. 538

    · 2 h 35 min

    Fr. Josémaría M. Barbin, F.I., is the U.S. Vocations Director for the Franciscan Friars of the Immaculate and author of Beloved Disciple: Living Out Your Marian Consecration Daily. Based at the friary in Griswold,…

  15. The SSPX, Filipinos, and Blue Haired Women | Livestream

    · 58 min

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  16. Matt and Cameron Fradd Go on a Date (and You're Third-Wheeling) | Ep. 537

    · 3 h 06 min

    Matt and Cameron sit down for a date night in studio, discussing Cameron's health, favorite memories from their marriage and what they're hopeful for about the future. 🍺 Want to Support Pints With Aquinas? 🍺 Get…

  17. Tyranny is Here. The Church In America Must Fight (Eric Metaxas) | Ep. 536

    · 2 h 22 min

    Eric Metaxas is a bestselling Christian author, speaker, and cultural commentator known for works that inspire faith and moral courage. He's the author of Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy, a critically…

  18. How Studying to Be a Protestant Pastor Turned Me Catholic (I Lost Everything) | Ep. 535

    · 3 h 18 min

    CONVERSION STORY: After a profound Christian conversion during high school, Brandon Eaves set out to pursue ministry full-time, earning both undergraduate and graduate degrees at Columbia International University with…

  19. Will the Internet Kill Protestantism? The Age of Online Evangelism (Keith Nester) | Ep. 534

    · 3 h 18 min

    Keith Nester is a former Protestant pastor who spent over 20 years in ministry before becoming Catholic in 2017. Now a full-time evangelist, author, and speaker, he helps others navigate the convert's journey through…

  20. The Church Abandoned Aquinas. Now We're In Crisis. (Fr. Dominic Legge) | Ep. 533

    · 2 h 57 min

    Fr. Dominic Legge, O.P., is the President of the Pontifical Faculty of the Immaculate Conception (PFIC) at the Dominican House of Studies in Washington, D.C. He is an Ordinary Member of the Pontifical Academy of St.…

  21. Tyranny and the Post-Christian West (Rod Dreher) | Ep. 532

    · 3 h 16 min

    Rod Dreher is a bestselling author and cultural critic known for his incisive commentary on faith, politics, and modern society. His landmark books The Benedict Option and Live Not By Lies have shaped conversations on…

  22. Surviving Cancer and Finding God (Tammy Peterson) | Ep. 531

    · 2 h 17 min

    Tammy Peterson, wife of clinical psychologist and cultural commentator Jordan Peterson, is a Canadian podcast host and speaker known for her inspiring personal journey. After surviving a rare and fatal cancer…

  23. The Truth About Islam: Pedophilia, Violence, and Conquest (Apostate Prophet) | Ep. 530

    · 2 h 51 min

    Ridvan Aydemir, known online as Apostate Prophet, is a Turkish-born former Muslim who grew up in a devout Sunni household and later became a prominent critic of Islam. After a period of intense religious study and…

  24. The Magisterium, Apologetics, and Liturgy Wars (Voice of Reason) | Ep. 529

    · 3 h 37 min

    Alex Jurado, known online as Voice of Reason, is a Catholic apologist and content creator with one of the most recognizable voices in the space. A former teenage catechist and seminarian, he began creating videos in…

  25. Playing Satan, Christ is King, and Modern Protestantism (Jarret LeMaster) | Ep. 528

    · 3 h 24 min

    Jarret LeMaster is an American actor, producer, and director known for his dynamic presence in film, television, and digital media. He has starred in feature films such as Unplanned, Nefarious, and Turn Around Jake,…

  26. IVF, Surrogacy, and Embryo Adoption (Stephanie Gray Connors) | Ep. 527

    · 2 h 19 min

    Stephanie Gray Connors is an international speaker and author of On IVF, known for addressing complex bioethical issues like infertility, abortion, and assisted suicide. She has given over 1,000 presentations across…

  27. Modern Art, Pornography, and Redemption (Andrew Klavan) | Ep. 526

    · 1 h 45 min

    Andrew Klavan is an American novelist, screenwriter, and video satirist. He is known for his political and cultural commentary on Daily Wire's The Andrew Klavan Show. 🍺 Want to Support Pints With Aquinas? 🍺 Get…

  28. Exorcism, Spiritual Warfare, and S*xuall Abuse (Fr. Dan Reehil) | Ep. 525

    · 2 h 24 min

    Father Dan Reehil is a Catholic priest who transitioned from a successful Wall Street career to the priesthood after a life-changing pilgrimage to Medjugorje in 1998. This spiritual conversion led him to leave New York…

  29. Guys, this is serious. Seriously. (John Henry Spann) | Ep. 524

    · 3 h 34 min

    John Henry Spann is a Catholic husband and a father to five children, who he lives with on his farm in the southern Appalachians. He has worked in secondary education at all levels from football coach to principal. He…

  30. 7 Things Protestants Misunderstand About Christianity (Dr. John Bergsma) | Ep. 523

    · 4 h 16 min

    Dr. John Bergsma is a Full Professor of Theology at the Franciscan University of Steubenville, in Steubenville, Ohio. He served as a Protestant pastor for four years before entering the Catholic Church in 2001 while…

  31. From Protestant Missionary to Franciscan Friar (Br. Lawrence, C.F.R.) | Ep. 522

    · 3 h 04 min

    Br. Lawrence Joshua Johnson entered the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal in 2015 and professed final vows in 2021. He has ministered in the Bronx and Nicaragua and currently resides in Yonkers, NY. He graduated with a…

  32. St. Faustina & the Divine Mercy: A Message for Our Time (Fr. Chris Alar) | Ep. 521

    · 2 h 26 min

    Father Chris Alar, MIC, is the Provincial Superior of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of Mercy Province of the Marian Fathers of the Immaculate Conception in the United States and Argentina. He wrote and produced the…

  33. Christ died. . . for you. | Holy Week 2025

    · 13 min

    🍺 Want to Support Pints With Aquinas? 🍺 Get episodes a week early, score a free PWA beer stein, and join exclusive live streams with me! Become an annual supporter at 👉 https://mattfradd.locals.com/support 💵 Show…

  34. Donald Trump, The Woke Right, and Russia's Invasion (Fr. Jason Charron) | Ep. 520

    · 1 h 18 min

    Fr. Jason Charron and his wife, Halyna live in Carnegie, PA. and are parents to seven children. He has been a priest in the Ukrainian Catholic Church since 2008, and currently serves in two parishes, as well as in a…

  35. 25 Rules for Spiritual Warfare from Jesus to St. Faustina

    · 1 h 09 min

    The following 25 rules for spiritual warfare are drawn from that revelation, recorded in entry 1760 of Diary: Divine Mercy in My Soul. Jesus begins, "My daughter, I want to teach you about spiritual warfare," and…

  36. Evangelizing Online and What AI Will Never Replace (Fr. Gregory Pine) | Ep. 519

    · 3 h 43 min

    Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P. is an instructor of dogmatic and moral theology at the Dominican House of Studies and an Assistant Director of the Thomistic Institute. He holds a doctorate from the University of Fribourg…

  37. From Muslim to Catholic: Islam Is the Heresy of Heresies (Ismail Youssef) | Ep. 518

    · 2 h 40 min

    Ismail Youssef, also known as Ish of Arabia, a former Muslim who left Islam to embrace Catholicism, rejecting what he sees as the contradictions, injustices, and oppressive teachings of Muhammad. Now, he dedicates his…

  38. Charismatic Renewal, Traditional Liturgy, and Praying in the Wilderness (Fr. Mark Goring) | Ep. 517

    · 3 h 08 min

    Fr. Mark Goring CC, is a member of the Companions of the Cross, a new order of priests based in Ottawa, Ontario. He grew up in the town of Pembroke, in the Ottawa Valley. He joined the Companions of the Cross when he…

  39. The Miraculous Proof of Catholicism is Undeniable (Fr. Seraphim Baalbaki, C.F.R.) | Ep.516

    · 3 h 13 min

    Fr. Seraphim Baalbaki, C.F.R. is a member of the Franciscan Friars of the Renewal. He earned a B.A. in Computer Science and Mathematics from Cornell University, an M.A. in Theology from the Franciscan University of…

  40. How Hallow Became the #1 App in the World (with CEO, Alex Jones) | Ep. 515

    · 1 h 40 min

    Alex is the CEO & Co-Founder of Hallow, a Catholic app for prayer, meditation, music, bible, and sleep. Hallow has over one billion minutes prayed, 18 million downloads, 500 million prayers prayed, 200,000 five-star…

  41. Authentic Masculinity and Intimacy with Jesus (John Eldredge) | Ep. 514

    · 3 h 28 min

    John Eldredge is an author, counselor, and speaker best known for his book Wild at Heart: Discovering the Secret of a Man's Soul, which explores biblical masculinity and the deep desires of a man's heart. Born in 1960,…

  42. The Legal Battle Against DEI and Gender Ideology Has Begun (Marcella Burke Esq.) | Ep. 513

    · 2 h 03 min

    Marcella Burke of Houston, Texas, is the founder and partner of Burke Law Group PLLC. Marcella began her legal career as an energy attorney in AmLaw 100 law firms, where she earned an equity partnership. She was…

  43. Schism, Heretical Bishops, and Pope Benedict XVI (Dr. Richard DeClue) | Ep. 512

    · 1 h 24 min

    Richard G. DeClue, Jr., S.Th.D. is the Professor of Theology at the Word on Fire Institute. In addition to his undergraduate degree in theology (Belmont Abbey College), he earned three ecclesiastical degrees in…

  44. Unlocking the Mysteries of Scripture (Dr. Scott Hahn) | Ep. 511

    · 59 min

    Dr. Scott Hahn is a renowned biblical scholar, author, and speaker who has had a profound impact on both Protestant and Catholic communities. He is married to Kimberly, with whom he has six children and eighteen…

  45. Catholicism, Orthodoxy, and the Problem of Certainty (Erick Ybarra) | Ep. 510

    · 2 h 34 min

    Erick Ybarra is a revert to the Catholic faith from Protestantism and has spent over a decade studying the doctrinal nature of the divisions that exist within Christendom, particularly between Catholics and Eastern…

  46. The Right Way to Read Holy Scripture (Dr. John Bergsma) | Ep. 509

    · 2 h 14 min

    Dr. John Bergsma is a Full Professor of Theology at the Franciscan University of Steubenville in Steubenville, Ohio. He served as a Protestant pastor for four years before entering the Catholic Church in 2001, while…

  47. We Grew Up Together—And We Converted Together (Carla Shaw) | Ep. 508

    · 1 h 41 min

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  48. Happiness, Sex, and The Spiritual Life (Christopher West) | Ep. 507

    · 3 h 00 min · Explicit

    Christopher West is a renowned Catholic author, speaker, and theologian, widely recognized for his engaging presentations on St. John Paul II's Theology of the Body. With a passion for making profound theological…

  49. The DARK TRUTH About Feminism! (Carrie Gress) | Ep. 506

    · 2 h 35 min

    Dr. Carrie Gress is a Fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center in Washington, D.C., and a Scholar at the Institute for Human Ecology at the Catholic University of America. She holds a doctorate in philosophy and…

  50. Why Would ANYONE Want to be Catholic Right Now? Here's Why. (Larry Chapp) | Ep. 505

    · 2 h 51 min

    Dr. Larry Chapp is a retired professor of theology who taught for twenty years at DeSales University in Pennsylvania. He holds a doctorate from Fordham University, specializing in the theology of Hans Urs von…

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