Helluva Catholic Podcast: Recent Episodes

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The Helluva Catholic Podcast is a project of the Georgia Tech Catholic Center. The chaplain and a rotating cast of friends, missionaries, and students discuss various topics, seeking to engage the Georgia Tech community and others. For homilies and extra content visit gtcc.co/soundcloud.

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6.28.2026 13th Sunday of Ordinary Time - Year A by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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6.21.2026 12th Sunday of Ordinary Time - Year A by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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6.14.2026 11th Sunday of Ordinary Time - Year A by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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5.31.2026 Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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5.24.2026 Pentecost - Year A by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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5.10.2026 6th Sunday of Easter - Year A by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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5.3.2026 5th Sunday of Easter - Year A by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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4.26.2026 4th Sunday of Easter (Good Shepherd Sunday) - Year A by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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Talk given by Fr. Branson Hipp at the last Renew of the spring Semester, 04/23/2026, reflecting on his time at Georgia Tech. Fr. Branson served as the Georgia Tech Catholic Center's chaplain from 2019 - 2026.

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4.19.2026 3rd Sunday of Easter - Year A by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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4.12.26 Second Sunday of Easter (or Sunday of Divine Mercy) - Year A by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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4.5.26 The Resurrection of the Lord The Mass of Easter Day - Year A by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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3.15.26 Fourth Sunday of Lent - Year A by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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3.8.26 Third Sunday of Lent - Year A by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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3.1.26 Second Sunday of Lent - Year A by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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2.23.26 First Sunday of Lent - Year A by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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2.18.26 Ash Wednesday - Year A by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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2.8.26 Fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year A by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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2.1.26 Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year A by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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1.25.26 Third Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year A by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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1.18.26 Second Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year A by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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1.12.26 The Baptism of the Lord 2026 - Year A by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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12.24.25 The Nativity of the Lord 2025 Vigil - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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12.14.25 Third Sunday of Advent - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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12.7.25 Second Sunday of Advent - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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11.30.25 First Sunday of Advent - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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11.23.25 The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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11.16.25 Saturday of the Thirty-second Week in Ordinary Time - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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11.9.25 Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica in Rome - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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11.2.25 The Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls) - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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10.26.25 Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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10.19.25 Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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10.12.25 Twenty-eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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9.28.25 Twenty-sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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9.21.25 Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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9.7.25 Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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8.31.25 Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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8.24.25 Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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8.17.25 Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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8.10.25 Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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7.22.25 Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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7.14.25 Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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7.6.25 Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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6.30.25 Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, Apostles - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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6.22.25 The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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6.1.25 Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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5.25.25 Sixth Sunday of Easter - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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5.18.25 Fifth Sunday of Easter - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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5.11.25 Fourth Sunday of Easter - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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5.4.25 Third Sunday of Easter - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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4.20.25 The Resurrection of the Lord: The Mass of Easter Day - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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4.18.25 Good Friday of the Lord’s Passion Service - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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4.13.25 Palm Sunday of the Lord's Passion - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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4.6.25 Fifth Sunday of Lent - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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Father Branson and Jocelyn and Aidan Anderson talk about living out a good relationship and the theology and practicality of Catholic matrimony.

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3.23.25 Third Sunday of Lent Scrutiny - Year A by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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Father Branson homily at Saint Monica’s

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Father Branson discusses important aspects of Lent: prayer, fasting, almsgiving, holidays, and community activity.

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2.23.25 Seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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2.16.25 Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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CORRECTION : Father is quoting Mortimer Adler, not McIntyre. Please attribute the McIntyre quotes to Adler.

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2.2.25 Feast of the Presentation of the Lord - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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1.19.25 2nd Sunday In Ordinary Time - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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1.12.25 The Baptism of the Lord - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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1.5.25 The Epiphany of the Lord - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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1.1.25 Solemnity of Mary Mother of God - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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12.29.24 Feast of the Holy Family - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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12.25.24 - Nativity of the Lord - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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12.22.24 - 4th Sunday of Advent - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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12.15.24 - 3rd Sunday of Advent - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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12.9.24 - Solemnity of The Immaculate Conception - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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Fr. John Klein's Homily about Christmas Caroling

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12.1.24 1st Sunday of Advent - Year C by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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11.24.24 Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe - Year B by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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11.17.24 33rd Sunday In Ordinary Time - Year B by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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11.7.24 32nd Sunday In Ordinary Time - Year B by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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11.3.24 31st Sunday In Ordinary Time - Year B by Helluva Catholic Podcast

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Fr. Branson's All Saints' day homily

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Fr. Branson's homily about Bartimaeus

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Fr. Branson- "The Freedom of the Son"

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10.6.24 27th Sunday In Ordinary Time - Year B- Fr. Branson

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Father Branson's "Appearances vs Reality" homily

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Father Branson's Homily "You Do Not Possess Because You Do Not Ask"

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Father Branson answers questions on why and how we celebrate Lent.

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Fr. Branson and Fr. John, along with FOCUS missionaries Bucky and Hannah, discuss the purpose and meaning of Advent. They offer a few proposals for entering into this new liturgical season and invite the GTCC community to live it together.Please join the Advent GroupMe and sign up to offer the group a daily reflection! Link: https://gtcc.co/GTCCAdvent23

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In this three-part series recorded last fall, Father Branson breaks down stereotypes about faith, Christianity, and the Catholic Church. This third episode touches upon how Christ can be tangibly encountered today, most fully in the Catholic Church.

The talk ends at 50:30 and shifts to a Q&A.

Supplemental Doc: https://drive.google.com/file/d/14Y-P1JnQpkzz9jnuDeaIoRLkPuKBNGbc/view?usp=drive_link

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In this three-part series recorded last fall, Father Branson breaks down stereotypes about faith, Christianity, and the Catholic Church. This second episode touches upon the unique claim of Christianity: that the Mystery became incarnate and revealed itself to us.******The talk: beginning to 33:30Q&A: 33:30 to end

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In this three-part series recorded last fall, Father Branson breaks down stereotypes about faith, Christianity, and the Catholic Church. This first episode touches upon basic religiosity and how most humans already practice faith (at the natural level) as a legitimate form of knowing. ******Excellent supplemental document: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MW-tGyc32PgSfu6TSZ3kVwhdBwhQxnkl/view?usp=sharingThe talk: beginning to 40:15Q&A: 40:15 to end

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Fr. Branson and Madeline, the GTCC's development coordinator, discuss the necessity of materially supporting the poor and the Church, especially one's local community. They explain the spiritual importance of tithing and how current students and new graduates ought to approach this discipline. Listen to learn more!


Support the GTCC's Day of Giving (Nov. 29th): https://atlanta.igivecatholic.org/organizations/catholic-center-at-georgia-tech?blm_aid=3106819

Apply for Pillar Positions: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScGerjSEZ0M-8EegCa5FQrnC0CFik0-Eayh3H_zIuJ3JnNUqA/viewform

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Fr. Branson, Mackenzie, and Aawaz discuss the 19th century Russian author Fyodor Dostoevsky and propose that the GTCC community consider reading him.

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To start off the semester, Father Branson talks to students about the relationship between Faith and Culture (9/1/22). Every culture proposes something—what does our modern American culture propose? What about Catholicism? Listen to learn more!


The talk: 00:40 to 41:10 Q&A: 41:10 to 60:45

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Mackenzie and John sit down with two former RCIA candidates, Aidan and Marie, to discuss their experiences in the program. They also give advice to future candidates and consider how the GTCC community as a whole can better support those interested in learning more about Catholicism.


RCIA is the program offered by the Catholic Church to those interested in learning more about the faith or joining the Church. To learn more, please attend a meeting, which are held every Sunday at 1 PM! You may also email rcia@gtcatholic.org or talk to Fr. Branson, Mackenzie, or Rene.

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Pope Francis has invited the entire Church to pray and reflect together on how we live our lives seeing and loving the people in front of us. Father Branson and Matthew Artall discuss the Synod's details, history, and necessity in our lives. They talk about this Synod's call to reflect and pray together on how we share the gospel and live the way Christ lives with our friends, our families, those on campus, those we work with, and all people!

Join us on Monday, April 25, 2022, at 7:00 PM in the CC basement when we participate in this call together with our Local Synod. There will be food, community, prayer, and discussion! Please sign up ahead of time here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScCmvteaUcYYhxUYJB053oejKESSLSXR4jI6x2jTT68gUkU4Q/viewform

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We are back! Fr. Branson & Jared, GTCC's new resources coordinator, relaunch the Helluva Catholic Podcast to a new era. This episode on religiosity begins a multipart series, which aims to establish the need for religion and lay the framework for Christianity. Email Us: podcast@gtcatholic.org

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Fr. Michael Bremer shares his experience in learning to pray at a recent Renew hosted at the GT Catholic Center. Students are encouraged to dedicate time to prayer in various forms including holy hours. Members of the GTCC community can sign up below for a holy hour or to be a holy hour substitute. Holy Hour Sign Up: gtcc.co/falladoration2021 Holy Hour Substitute: gtcc.co/adorationsub

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Fr. Branson discusses the importance of charitable living with the Catholic Center's Homeless Outreach Coordinators, Nick Lima and Katy Earwood. They reference Fr. Luigi Giussani's writings on charity and introduce a charitable opportunity with Mercy Missions.

Guissani's Writings on Charity: http://us.clonline.org/detail.asp?c=5&p=0&id=1663

Mercy Missions Atlanta: https://mercymissionsatlanta.com/

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Fr. Branson follows up with Georgia Tech students -- Sara Jensen, Kate Schaffer, and Ben Sheppard -- to discuss their takeaways from reading Walter Ciszek's autobiography, He Leadeth Me.

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As 2020 comes to a close, Fr. Branson and Deacon Paul discuss the value of recognition and reflection. In particular, they propose three actions: 1.) Specifically name things to be grateful for 2.) Identify and confess failures/shortcomings 3.) Consider where God's leading you next and how to respond

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Fr. Branson alongside Fr. John Klein and Madeline Zuniga proposes reading Walter Ciszek's autobiography, He Leadeth Me, throughout this advent season. They discuss the unique encounters each had with the book and hope listeners read it and share their experiences as well.

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Fr. Branson details the value and purpose of Advent alongside FOCUS missionaries, Kaitlin Houlton and Frances Peterman, who propose reading scripture daily with others to aid in this season of preparation.

To get connected to the Georgia Tech Catholic Center and the resources mentioned in this episode, join our mailing list (gtcc.co/goodtidings) or visit our website for more information.

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Fr. Branson, Josh Cruz, and Elizabeth Nash discuss the impact of reading on one's life and speak particularly of the novel Mr. Blue by Myles Connolly.

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Fr. Branson and Deacon Paul Nacey discuss how to live as faithful Catholics amidst the 2020 election and current political scene. They answer students' questions and reference the USCCB's document "Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship" found here: gtcc.co/FormingConsciences

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Fr. Branson proposes a pilgrimage to Purification Church and Locust Grove Cemetery, the oldest Catholic Church and Cemetery in Georgia. He discusses his pilgrimage experience alongside students Donovan Kelley, Sarah Pennebaker, Jordan Cheney, and Joshua Cruz. To take your own pilgrimage to these sites follow this guide: https://gtcc.co/Pilgrimage

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Fr. Branson discusses the value of music with Elizabeth Nash, Michael Vu, and A.T. Aucoin. He proposes listening to Lord Huron's album Lonesome Dreams to remind us of our pilgrimage in life.

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In the midst of social distancing and coronavirus, Fr. Branson alongside Donovan Kelly and Maddie MacDonald proposes ways for students to live life well throughout this season, offering ways to form community and strengthen faith despite the many obstacles of today.

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A reflection on the suffering endured by the Holy Face of Jesus during His Passion, and the mercy offered therein.

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A reflection upon our Lord's Passion as the fulfillment of Psalms and prophesies of the Old Testament.

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The Georgia Tech Catholic Center podcast is back (minus Anthony)! Fr. Josh talks with Chris and Alex about humanity's common origin and how traditions (like those of dragons)across civilizations point to the Catholic worldview.

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Surprise! The long-awaited finale of season 2 (that was recorded in July)! I have no clue what's happened to this podcast after the lackey left but apparently no one can upload anything. Anyway, here's a fun podcast with TJ and Anthony about St. Joseph. Enjoy! (hopefully the podcast will return soon).

St. John Vianney, pray for us!

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Fr. Josh, TJ and Anthony go back to the Bible to try to make sense of the Tower of Babel. Particularly, they try to answer the question on everyone's mind when discussing this story...how do you pronounce Babel?

St. John Vianney, pray for us.

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Sit back with Fr. Josh and Anthony and listen as TJ tells the fascinating tale of Claude Newman, a black prisoner on death row in 1940's Mississippi. After the story the three discuss its authenticity and what we can take away from stories of this nature.

St. John Vianney, pray for us.

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Another long one today folks. Fr. Josh is joined by Casie and Laura to discuss the Catholic perspective on abortion. They spend some time deconstructing pro-choice arguments as well as defining what it truly means to be pro-life. Babies are awesome; save the babies.

St. John Vianney, pray for us.

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Fr. Josh is joined once again by Anthony and Jared, this time to discuss media consumption. Though the intent was supposed to be what type of media is appropriate, it quickly shifts to the question of how much (hint: the answer is none, none media). Who expected this podcast to stay on topic anyway?

St. John Vianney, pray for us!

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"I love fraternal correction." Casie and Anthony join Fr. Josh this week to discuss "fraternal correction." What is it, and how does one go about doing it properly? The also talk about Anthony's taste in music and how loud the people at the Catholic Center are.

St. John Vianney, pray for us.

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Casie and Ana return to once again discuss Catholic feminism with Fr. Josh. Is the Catholic Church anti-woman? What does it even mean to be pro-woman? How do we better discuss the role of women in the Church in a secular world?

St. John Vianney, pray for us.

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Can you smell what the Rock is cookin'‽ We'e got a shorter one this week. Laura joins Fr. Josh and Anthony for a casual discussion about St. Peter. The three of them go through a few events in St. Peter's life and discuss their own perspective on them and what we can gain from them.

St. John Vianney, pray for us.

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Well, are you? Fr. Josh and Anthony welcome Jared Kleinwaechter to the podcast for the first time to discuss the notion of "once saved, always saved." What does that mean to a Catholic and why is St. Paul so confusing in his language? Also, if anyone knows the Rite of Blessing of a white board for use in Mass, please let us know.

St. John Vianney, pray for us.

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Whew. This one's a doozy folks. Fr Josh, Anthony, and Casie sit down to talk about a complicated, somewhat personal, and difficult topic: pornography. The very long discussion focuses mainly on overcoming pornography and personal experience with regards to that, as well as pointing people toward resources that can help. “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God” (Matthew 5:8)

Links related to things discussed:

Integrity Restored Podcast: https://goo.gl/s9OlNn

Integrity Restored Website: http://integrityrestored.com/

The Porn Effect: http://theporneffect.com/

Catholic Stuff You Should Know: Pornography (With Matt Fradd): https://goo.gl/KHXI9r

Victory App: http://thevictoryapp.com/

Covenant Eyes: http://www.covenanteyes.com/

The Porn Myth (Matt Fradd’s New Book): https://www.thepornmyth.com/

Fight the New Drug: http://fightthenewdrug.org/

USCCB Response to Pornography: https://goo.gl/U7AID6

“I will give you a new heart, and I will put a new spirit in you. I will take out your stony, stubborn heart and give you a tender, responsive heart.” (Ezekiel 36:26)

St. John Vianney, pray for us.

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We're back! After a lengthy hiatus we have returned with regular podcast episodes, now outfitted with fancy new equipment! In today's episode, Fr. Josh, Casie and Anthony discuss the cardinal virtue of fortitude. What is it and how can we grow it? It's not just for martyrs!

St John Vianney, pray for us.

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Not a podcast this week (I know you're all dying to get back to them), but Fr. Josh's talk on the the Triduum. He discusses the signs and symbols of the holiest time of the year, and talks an inordinate amount about the Harrowing of Hell. Enjoy!

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"This is kinda one of our more informative...stuff about the Catholic Church and our faith kinda podcasts." That was the intention at least. Today Fr. Josh and Anthony are joined by Alex and Shannon to discuss the Four Marks of the Church- one, holy, catholic, and apostolic. However, they struggle to define what the "Church" actually is and meander their way through talking about scandal and a "nutritious Eucharist."

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It's Ash Wednesday, time to start fasting! Fr. Josh and Anthony welcome back Alex Tatum, and first time podcaster Shannon Murray. We're talking about fasting and abstinence, and the reasons behind Catholic fasts.

I know you're listening Aunt Carol, and you will never woo us with your delicious pot roasts on Friday, temptress.

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Hold up your sword and strap on your armor good Christian soldier, Alex and Anthony are leading a crusade to the Holy Land. In this episode they discuss the history behind the crusades and try to clear up some common misconceptions. Deus vult!

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Saints! Fr. Josh is joined by Casie and Anthony to talk about saints, and in particular their own devotions. Anthony and Fr. Josh find common ground with Saint Anthony and Saint Thérèse, and Casie is off roaming in the desert with her obscure saintly buddies. All you holy men and women, pray for us!

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Bless us Father, for we have podcasted. Fr. Josh is joined by Anthony and Laura to talk about confession again. Topics of discussion include mortal sins, confession from a priest's perspective, logistics of making a confession, and once again cats in wood-chippers.

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Ladies and gentleman what you are about to hear, speaks for itself. The podcast has apparently been taken over, conquered, if you will, by Ana and Casie, and there is no stopping them (and I, for one, welcome our new female overlords). They are here to talk about Catholic Feminism, mainly, how it differs from secular feminism, what being a Catholic woman looks like, and overcoming some of the hardships that arise for women. Fr. Josh says some interesting things. Anthony is there too.

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Yes, you read that correctly, dragons! Fr. Josh and Anthony welcome Alex Tatum to the podcast for the first time, as we discuss St. George and other Catholic legends. We've got dragons, Thunderoaks, swords, the Holy Grail and papal bones! What more could you want in a podcast?

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Money money money money. The podcast is back and we're talking about every Catholic's favorite topic: tithing! Fr. Josh and Anthony welcome Ana Gomez to the podcast and discuss the reasons for tithing, as well as some practical advice. Also, there's skiing and camels.

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Beep beep! Here comes the Struggle Bus! We're talking about concupiscence with Fr. Josh, Anthony, and Casie, and first time guest Laura Winalski! Complete with tree metaphors, thievery, and diabolical cat breeding farms.

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Heresies, heresies, come get your heresies, cause we're talking about the Trinity! We've got our own little trinity here with Casie, Anthony, and Fr. Josh (that's not blasphemy I promise) discussing what makes the Holy Trinity so special. Trust me, it's kind of a big deal.

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Fr. Josh is joined by Casie Connolly and Pastoral Lackey 3.0 Anthony Haskin for a discussion on The Book of Ecclesiastes and the existence of God. This kicks off a series of podcasts made especially for the RCIA class, but all are welcome to listen and criticize my bumbling idiocy.

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Fr. Josh is joined by Casie and TJ as they discuss (or rather sit in silent bewilderment at Fr. Josh's questions) the topic of receiving communion.

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Fr. Josh is joined once again by TJ and Ben to discuss St. Anselm's Theory of Atonement, presented in a way "that will blow the minds of people who have never heard it."

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Special guest Ben Thomsen joins TJ and Father Josh for this discussion on Cardinal Sarah's remarks on priests celebrating the Mass "Ad Orientem."

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The inglorious return of TJ Capaldi! Father Josh, TJ, and Steven tackle the subject of meditation. Prepare for "intense disappointment."

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Father Josh, Alex, and Casie Connolly mull over the art of Catholic dating. What does it actually mean to "Catholic date"? Does it have any resemblance to the modern version of dating? Do you have to wait to hold hands until after your wedding day? (Spoiler alert: you don't)

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The team reaches back into the never-before-released archives, at the beginning of the Fall 2015 semester, for this podcast on chastity. Father Josh, Alex, and then FOCUS newbie Jared France try to contribute on this topic.

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Father Josh, Alex, and guest Casie Connolly argue with each other about the usefulness of social media , and whether the benefits of using it outweigh the costs. Should Catholics live as cavemen and refuse to poke tweets at each other? Should Catholics openly embrace pinning hashtags to one another's wall profiles? @isThisEvenAHashtag #atSomeoneElse

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Father Josh Allen, Alex Carroll, and Davis Aasen discuss the source and summit of the Catholic faith, the Sacrifice of the Mass.

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Father Joshua Allen, Alex Carroll, and Kyle Simonis discuss how to have a good confession and set the record straight on some common fears about confession, just in time for the summer break.

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Father Joshua Allen, Alex Carroll, and Patrick Lamar speak about the monastic life and the necessity of prayer, with an extensive discussion about what one is called to in monastic life.

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Father Joshua Allen, Father Michael Silloway, Steven Shlapak, and Alex Carroll, in the middle of their Spring Break Mission Trip in Pamplona Alta, Peru, talk about the reals reasons behind mission trips, and what the Church teaches on suffering.

For questions, comments, or suggestions, please e-mail us at podcast@gtcatholic.org!

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Father Joshua Allen, Alex Carroll, and Davis Aasen discuss Mary and her role in our salvation, along with many ways the podcast's title itself is not necessarily asking the right question.

For questions, comments, or suggestions, please e-mail us at podcast@gtcatholic.org!

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Father Joshua Allen, Alex Carroll and Steven Shlapak discuss death and the Catholic Church's understanding of it through Scripture and some of the Church Fathers. Part 1 in a 4 part series.

For questions, comments, or suggestions, please e-mail us at podcast@gtcatholic.org!

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Dr. Kathleen Raviele gives a talk to the Georgia Tech Catholic Center about contraception from a medical standpoint, what it does to the body, and what it can do to the marriage.

Note: Due to an unfortunate lower quality recording, the questions in the subsequent Q&A were not picked up by the recorder and were edited out in post-production. The answers to these questions are still included.

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Father Joshua Allen, Alex Carroll, and the new Pastoral Lackey 2.0 meet up to talk about their best/worst Lents, and how this Lent can be one that leads you closer to Christ.

For questions, comments, or suggestions, please e-mail us at podcast@gtcatholic.org!

In Christ,

George P. Burdell

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Father Josh, Alex Carrol, and the newest edition to the Focus team unite their questionable social skills and jocularity to discuss on campus evangelization.

For questions, comments, or suggestions, please e-mail us at podcast@gtcatholic.org!

In Christ,

George P. Burdell

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Your favorite priest, your not so favorite missionary, and the most interesting CS major in the world combine their powers in a discussion of modesty.

For questions, comments, or suggestions, please e-mail us at podcast@gtcatholic.org!

In Christ,

George P. Burdell

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The usual suspects of the Helluva Catholic Podcast (minus TJ) bring in a special guest and discuss the story of Jephthah from the book of Judges.

For questions, comments, or suggestions, please e-mail us at podcast@gtcatholic.org!

In Christ,

George P. Burdell (yes I'm Catholic)

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The chaplain, the former lackey, and the missionary begin discussing the prospects of salvation for those who do not know the Gospel of Jesus Christ or His Church and end up talking about all sorts of related questions.

If you have questions, comments, or suggestions, please e-mail us at podcast@gtcatholic.org!

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Fr. Josh, the former lackey, and the missionary discuss the phrase "thy kingdom come" from the Our Father. There is more to it than you might think!

If you have any questions, comments, or suggestions, please send us an e-mail at podcast@gtcatholic.org!

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Fr. Josh, the lackey, and a missionary discuss whether or not fraternities are a good thing. (Recorded April 16, 2015)

If you have questions, comments, or suggestions, please send us an e-mail at podcast@gtcatholic.org!

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Fr. Josh, the former lackey, and a student guest discuss the issue of gossip. This topic was suggested to us by a listener via e-mail.

If you have any questions, comments, or suggestions, please e-mail us at podcast@gtcatholic.org!

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Fr. Josh, the former lackey, and a student guest discuss the well known but difficult to understand story of Abraham and his son, Isaac, as they venture to the top of a mountain under God's command.

If you have any questions, comments, or concerns, please e-mail us at podcast@gtcatholic.org!

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Fr. Josh, the former lackey, and a missionary kick off a new school year of podcasting by discussing the question of whether or not underage drinking is a sin.

If you have questions, comments, or suggestions, please e-mail us at podcast@gtcatholic.org!

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Fr. Josh, the former lackey, a guest student discuss the possibility of boycotting companies based on the teachings of Jesus Christ and His Church.

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Fr. Josh, the lackey, and a seminarian discuss the issue of habitual sin.

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Fr. Josh, the lackey, and a seminarian guest discuss the concept of human freedom as it pertains to sin and the Christian life.

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Fr. Josh, the lackey, and the football player continue the discussion on sin by delving into the topic of mortal and venial sin. What's the difference? Why does it matter? And more.

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Fr. Josh, the lackey, and a new guest begin a series on sin by exploring what constitutes a moral act and how do you judge or evaluate the morality of such an act.

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The chaplain, the missionary, and the lackey discuss the merits of your typical international church mission trip.

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Fr. Josh, the lackey, and a guest explore our relationship with the homeless and share some stories related to the topic.

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Fr. Josh, the lackey, and the missionary discuss the possible pitfalls of big life transitions such as summer for a college student and how to avoid those pitfalls and continue growing in your spiritual life.

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Fr. Josh Allen (GTCC Chaplain) and Fr. Michael Silloway (St Pius X High School Chaplain) field questions from young men related to the priesthood, vocations, and discernment. This is a special edition episode of the GTCC Helluva Catholic Podcast recorded at a men's discernment event at the Catholic Center on Wednesday, March 25th, the Solemnity of the Annunciation.

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Fr. Josh, T.J. Capaldi, and Elizabath Buergler discuss some of the liturgical happenings and deeper meanings of Good Friday. There is so much to talk about and only so much time for the podcast. Enjoy! E-mail questions, suggestions, encouragement, or anything else to podcast@gtcatholic.org. We would love to hear from you!

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Fr. Josh, T.J., and Jenny Sample discuss various aspects of Holy Thursday, the first day after Lent, but not yet Easter, the beginning of the Paschal Triduum, the commemoration of the Last Supper...

Big thanks to Jenny for being our first female guest!

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Fr. Josh Allen, T.J. Capaldi, and Vincent Ceyssens discuss why Catholics abstain from eating meat on Fridays during the season of Lent. Insights and hilarity ensue, but will the question actually be answered? You'll have to listen to find out.

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We are back with a new name! The second episode of the Helluva Catholic Podcast explores some of the interesting questions related to the temptations of Jesus in the desert.

Fr. Josh Allen is the chaplain at the Georgia Tech Catholic Center in Atlanta, GA. T.J. Capaldi serves as Pastoral Lackey at the Catholic Center. Alex Carroll is a FOCUS missionary at Georgia Tech.

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First ever GTCC Podcast beta test episode. Fr. Josh Allen, T.J. Capaldi, and Alex Carroll discuss Ash Wednesday.

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Recorded 2/16/2015

Special thanks to Alex Carroll for the theme music and Michael Russell for providing the recording equipment.