Catholic Convos Podcast

Faith is often presented as something we’re supposed to have all the answers to. But what happens when we have questions? What happens when we doubt, struggle, disagree, or simply don’t understand? This podcast is a place for those questions. Our goal is to create honest, respectful, and meaningful conversations about Catholicism, Christianity, faith, doubt, and the questions that people sometimes feel uncomfortable asking out loud. We believe that asking questions doesn’t make someone a bad Catholic—or a bad Christian. In many cases, asking questions can be the beginning of a deeper understanding of what we believe and why we believe it. Throughout the podcast, we’ll explore questions from many different perspectives. We’ll talk about the questions atheists and non-believers have about Catholicism, as well as the doubts that Catholics themselves may quietly wrestle with. We’ll discuss difficult topics, examine Church teachings, and take a closer look at the reasons behind the Catholic faith. And most importantly, we want to have these conversations honestly. Our hope is not to tell people what they are allowed to ask or what they are supposed to think. Instead, we want to create a space where curiosity is welcomed, doubts can be discussed, and faith can be explored without fear of judgment. With guests such as Father Meinders, we’ll have conversations that encourage listeners to think deeply, challenge their assumptions, and perhaps even see their faith from a different perspective. Whether you are a practicing Catholic, someone who has walked away from the Church, someone who is questioning your beliefs, an atheist who wants to understand Catholicism, or simply someone who has always had questions, you are welcome here. Because sometimes the questions we’re most afraid to ask are the ones worth asking the most. Listen. Question. Explore. Believe—or wrestle with what you believe. There are no perfect questions, and there may not always be simple answers. But there is always room for an honest conversation.

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2 days ago

47 min

In this episode of Catholic Convos, we sit down with Nathan Nestor, a lay Catholic, Third Order Carmelite, and young man discerning a possible vocation to the priesthood. Nathan shares his personal testimony, reflecting on his journey of faith, his relationship with God, and the experiences that have shaped his Catholic identity. We explore what it means to live out the Carmelite spirituality as a layperson, the challenges and joys of discerning a vocation, and learning to trust God's plan for our lives. Join us for an honest conversation about faith, prayer, and saying yes to wherever God may be calling us.

2 days ago

47 min

Oct 7, 2026

1 hr 59 min

What do Protestants believe, and how do those beliefs compare with Catholicism? In this episode, we take a closer look at Protestant Christianity, exploring its origins, beliefs, and some of the key differences between Protestant and Catholic teachings. We’ll also dive into the fascinating and often deeply personal topic of near-death experiences (NDEs). What do people report experiencing when they are close to death? How have Christians interpreted these experiences, and how might Catholic teaching help us understand questions about death, the afterlife, Heaven, judgment, and eternity?

Oct 7, 2026

1 hr 59 min

Oct 1, 2026

57 min

What is it really like to be a Catholic Sister? In this episode, we have an honest and inspiring conversation about religious life, vocation, faith, and what it means to completely give your life to God. We explore what led her to answer the call to religious life, what daily life as a Sister actually looks like, the joys and challenges that come with her vocation, and some of the common misconceptions people have about Catholic Sisters.

Oct 1, 2026

57 min

Sep 23, 2026

32 min

In this episode, we sit down with a Catholic Deacon for an honest and meaningful conversation about marriage, ministry, life, and death. We explore what it looks like to balance a vocation to marriage with a call to serve the Church, the joys and challenges that come with ministry, and the ways faith shapes some of life’s biggest moments.

Sep 23, 2026

32 min

Sep 16, 2026

34 min

In this episode of Catholic Convos, we’re having a real and honest conversation about what it means to be Catholic as a young adult today. Paul sits down with Victor, a lay Catholic to talk about faith, struggles, questions, and the realities of trying to live out Catholicism in everyday life.
No perfect answers, no rehearsed responses—just an open conversation about what it’s really like to navigate faith, the Church, and life as a young Catholic.

Sep 16, 2026

34 min

Sep 9, 2026

43 min

In this episode of Catholic Convos, Paul sits down with Monsignor Sam, a longtime priest, for an honest conversation about a lifetime of faith, doubt, suffering, death, Confession, priesthood, and the difficult questions Catholics sometimes struggle to ask. Drawing from decades of experience, Monsignor Sam shares how his faith has changed, what has kept him Catholic, and why he still believes Christianity is true.

Sep 9, 2026

43 min