November 18, 2025 – Hour 1

Marcus’s Monologue: America First? America Only?The slogan “America First” has a long and tangled history. It’s been revived in recent years, and is being taken as far as “America Only” as voters feel their country’s policies have served everyone except themselves. What does Catholic Social Teaching have to say about this approach? The answer may surprise you – Marcus discusses.I Chased Everything – Except the CrossIn today’s spiritual marketplace, many are chasing fire like Prometheus—stealing symbols, rituals, and experiences—while refusing the Cross. Rob Sexton experienced this himself, spending nearly two decades exploring crystals, psychedelics, Eastern mystics, and more. He shares his story.Links for this SegmentPrometheus or the Cross: The Cost of Real SpiritualityUnum Sanctam – the Unity of the ChurchOn November 18, 1302, Pope Boniface VIII issued the papal bull Unum Sanctam, which laid down dogmatic propositions on the unity of the Catholic Church. We talk about what it says and what it means for us today with Dr. Harry Schnitker. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit avemariapm.substack.com