Cultural Catholicism

How does a married Catholic couple endure infertility, miscarriage, and years of uncertainty while maintaining faith and trust in God?Today, Nick Capone talks with long-time friend, Bobby Mangiarelli, about his and his wife’s journey through loss, suffering, and hope. Bobby shares the impact of multiple miscarriages, what it means to embrace redemptive suffering, and how they leaned on the Sacrament of Marriage. Finally, Bobby discusses the spiritual and medical paths they pursued along the way, all of which led to surprising results.Discover More- Paul VI Institute Website- Springs in the Desert: Catholic Infertility Ministry WebsiteSupport & Follow- YouTube- Locals- Instagram- Twitter/X

How should Catholics approach video games and their impact on the soul?Today, Nick Capone speaks with Theresa Ambat, a Catholic creative and founder of Saint Sprites, about the moral and spiritual effects of gaming. They discuss discernment in choosing what to play, the risks of virtual free will, and how to combat video game addiction. They also explore the potential for more virtuous and faith-informed games in the future.*This episode was recorded prior to St. Carlo Acutis' canonization.Discover More- Saint Sprites Website- Theresa Ambat's YouTubeSupport & Follow- Spotify- Locals- Instagram- Twitter/X

Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P., Instructor of Dogmatic and Moral Theology at the Dominican House of Studies and co-host of the Godsplaining podcast, breaks down the Trancendentals through the lens of St. Thomas Aquinas.Discover More- Fr. Pine's Dominican Faculty Page- The Godsplaining YouTube ChannelSupport & Follow- Spotify- Locals- Instagram- Twitter/X

Why are pipes experiencing a resurgence among Catholic men, and how can pipe smoking become an opportunity for contemplation and prayer?Today, Nick Capone speaks with Caleb Mitchell, founder of The Catholic Pipe Company, about the story behind his handmade briar pipes and the faith that inspires them. They discuss the craft of pipe making, the role of pipes and tobacco in Catholic culture, and how best to begin the hobby for those who are interested.Discover More- The Catholic Pipe Co. Website- The Catholic Pipe Co. YouTube- The Catholic Pipe Co. InstagramSupport & Follow- YouTube- Locals- Instagram- Twitter/X

What does luxury have to do with virtue?Today, Nick Capone talks with Eric Wind, founder of Wind Vintage and leading vintage watch expert, about craftsmanship, conversion, and the meaning of time. They discuss Eric’s journey into the Catholic Church, the tension between material success and humility, and how appreciating beauty and tradition can shape discipline rather than indulgence.Discover More- Wind Vintage Website- Eric Wind's InstagramSupport & Follow- YouTube- Locals- Instagram- Twitter/X

How does rhetoric, language, and artificial intelligence intersect with the Catholic faith and human communication?Today, Nick Capone talks with Dr. Justin Bonanno, Assistant Professor and Chair of the Communications and Literature Department at Ave Maria University, to explore the nature of rhetoric as an art of ethical persuasion, the divine origins of language in Scripture, and the challenges artificial intelligence poses to human speech and virtue.Discover More- Dr. Bonanno's Faculty Page: - Dr. Bonanno's Personal Website- Teach, Move, Delight SubstackSupport & Follow- YouTube- Locals- Instagram- Twitter/X

How does Catholic virtue drive business success?Today, Nick Capone talks with Dave Durand, a 9 figure founder, award winning CEO, speaker, author, and host of the podcast Durand on Demand, to discover the answer. They discuss the integration of faith into professional life, the application of the cardinal virtues within organizations, advice for aspiring Catholic professionals, and a sneak peek at Dave’s new personality optimization app.Discover MoreDave Durand's WebsiteDurand on Demand YouTube ChannelDave's Book Leading GiantsSupport & Follow- Spotify- Locals- Instagram- Twitter/X

How does Catholic tradition inspire modern beer brewing?Today, Nick Capone talks with Trevor Alcorn, co-founder and vice president of Tridentine Brewing, to discuss the intersection of Catholicism and craft beer. They explore the family's journey from home brewing to a commercial Catholic-themed brand, the brewing process from concept to delivery, the historical ties between beer and the Church, and the spiritual benefits of enjoying alcohol in moderation.Discover More- Tridentine Brewing's Website- Tridentine Brewing's StoreSupport & Follow- Locals: culturalcatholicism.locals.com- Instagram: instagram.com/culturalcatholicism- X: x.com/cultcatholicism

How can Catholic movies renew the film industry?Today, Nick Capone hosts Anthony D'Ambrosio, writer and director of the latest film on St. Maximilian Kolbe's martyrdom, Triumph of the Heart. They discuss Anthony’s journey as a Catholic filmmaker, the making of the movie, and Kolbe's legacy. The conversation also covers the decline of storytelling in Hollywood, Anthony’s innovative filmmaking approach, and his advice for aspiring Catholic filmmakers.Discover More- Triumph of the Heart's Website: https://www.triumphoftheheart.com/- Support the film: https://www.triumphoftheheart.com/militia- Anthony's company website: https://sherwoodfellows.com/Support & Follow- Locals: culturalcatholicism.locals.com- Instagram: instagram.com/culturalcatholicism- X: x.com/cultcatholicism

How does the Catholic faith inform environmental stewardship?Today, Nick Capone chats with Dr. Samuel Shephard, Professor of Biology and Director of the Agriculture and Catholic Environmental Stewardship Program at Ave Maria University, to discuss the intersection of Catholicism and care for creation. They explore Shephard’s personal journey from nomad to academic, Church teachings on the environment, climate change, and new education initiatives at Ave Maria University.Discover More- Dr. Shephard's Personal Website- Dr. Shephard's Pursuit of Wisdom CourseSupport & Follow- Locals: culturalcatholicism.locals.com- Instagram: instagram.com/culturalcatholicism- X: x.com/cultcatholicism

How does J.R.R. Tolkien's Catholic faith shape his literary masterpiece, The Lord of the Rings?Today, Nick Capone talks with Joseph Pearce, an author, publisher, editor, and Tolkien expert, to discuss the profound influence of Tolkien’s Catholicism on his work. They explore Pearce’s personal journey into Tolkien’s universe, the creation of The Lord of the Rings as a cooperative act with divine will, and whether the story can be considered a Catholic work.---Discover More:Joseph Pearce’s Personal WebsiteJoseph Pearce on AmazonFollow & Support:LocalsInstagramTwitter/X

Join host Nick Capone as he shares the story behind Cultural Catholicism, the goal of the show, and his hopes for the future.