The Devil in The Details
by Dan and Jordan Burke
Welcome to a journey into the depths of spiritual warfare led by a father & son (Dan and Jordan Burke). Through devout Catholic beliefs and unwavering search for truth, we carefully examine complex topics with reverence and diligence. We explore intricate questions, navigating subtleties, debunk misconceptions, and reveal hidden truths that are often shrouded by confusion or false teachings. Drawing from centuries of Catholic tradition & wisdom, as well as expertise from those in the field, we strive to uncover the mysteries of this spiritual battle and learn how to be victorious in Jesus.
Episodes
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Mental Prayer and the Near Occasion of Sin
Are you struggling with the same temptations over and over? What is the near occasion of sin? Do you struggle to pray regularly? Does it feel like you aren’t really getting anything out of praying? In this episode of The Devil Is in the Details, Dan and Jordan Burke conclude their journey through...
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Mental Prayer Distractions: What's Demonic vs. What's From God
Do you struggle with distractions? Do you experience spiritual peace one day and then spiritually alone the next? Does prayer feel empty now when it used to be a source of comfort? In this episode of The Devil Is in the Details, Dan and Jordan Burke continue their journey through The Devil in the...
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The Loneliness of Holiness: Why Christians Often Feel Misunderstood | Devil in the Castle Chapter 4
Are you making spiritual progress but feeling more alone? Do you struggle to find Catholics who understand your desire for deeper prayer? Are you being criticized for caring too much about the details of your faith? In this episode of The Devil Is in the Details, Dan and Jordan Burke continue…
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BONUS EPISODE: The Veil Is Thin: Understanding All Saints, All Souls, and Halloween
Is Halloween pagan? Can and should Christians celebrate Halloween? Should we be praying for the dead? In this Halloween Special Jordan Burke is joined by Charles Fraune, founder of Slaying Dragons Press and author of Exercising Halloween(https://slayingdragonspress.com), for a deep dive into one…
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Your Emotions Are Lying About Your Spiritual Life
Are you making spiritual progress but feeling less joy in the world? Do you struggle to feel God's presence in prayer? Are you tempted to hold on to seemingly harmless attachments? In this episode of The Devil Is in the Details, Dan and Jordan Burke continue their journey through The Devil in the...
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What Most People Get WRONG About Spiritual Growth | Devil in The Castle
Are you proud of how holy you are? How do you know if you’re holy? Are you in danger of falling into pride? How else can you do to get closer to God? In this episode of The Devil Is in the Details, Dan and Jordan Burke continue their journey through The Devil in the Castle, exploring the most...
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How Imperfections Become Doorways for the Devil | Devil in the Castle Chapter 3 (Part 6)
Are you faithful but still feel like a wreck? Struggling with a small sin you just can’t seem to stop? Wondering why holy people still fall into subtle sins? In this episode of The Devil Is in the Details, Dan and Jordan Burke continue their journey through the three ways of spiritual progress,...
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AI, Fake Miracles, and Private Revelations: Discernment in the Digital Age
Deceived by fake miracles? How to tell the difference between between a real video and AI? What does the Church teach about private revelation? Are miracles a good foundation for Faith? In this episode of The Devil Is in the Details, Dan and Jordan Burke tackle one of the most urgent challenges...
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Two Year Update (And Good News!)
Full Episodes back on September 17th! (Give us some good questions and we will try to record some short mini episodes in between!) Our Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxjucNg-gYn6A_2hbRbeP_g Send in your questions: https://forms.gle/FjhvXaye2w5fup9A9 In the meantime - what was...
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How You Know You’re Leaving the Purgative Way | Devil in the Castle Chapter 3 (Part 5)
Are you finally winning the battle against habitual mortal sin? In this episode of The Devil Is in the Details, Dan and Jordan Burke continue their journey through The Devil in the Castle, exploring sustained piety, the final stage of the purgative way before transition into the illuminative way....
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How the Devil Keeps Good Catholics Comfortable | Devil in the Castle Chapter 3 (Part 4)
Why do so many Catholics remain stuck in the same spiritual patterns year after year? In this episode of The Devil Is in the Details, Dan and Jordan Burke continue their journey through The Devil in the Castle, diving deeper into the purgative way and exploring what it means to move from mediocre...
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You Don’t Get to Correct Everyone (And Shouldn't)
And it might be taking you to hell. When should you correct another Catholic… and when should you stay silent? Many Catholics sincerely want to defend the truth, but good intentions are not enough. In this episode, Dan and Jordan explore one of the most neglected virtues in the Church today:...
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How to Finally Break Habitual Sin | Devil in the Castle Chapter 3 (Part 3)
Why do so many Catholics remain trapped in the same sins year after year? In this episode of The Devil Is in the Details, Dan and Jordan Burke continue their journey through The Devil in the Castle, beginning a closer examination of the purgative way, the first major phase of the spiritual life....
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Real Signs You’re Growing Spiritually | Devil in the Castle Chapter 3 (Part 2)
How can you tell whether you are actually growing in the spiritual life? In this episode of The Devil Is in the Details, Dan and Jordan Burke continue their series through The Devil in the Castle, exploring the Third Mansion of St. Teresa of Avila’s Interior Castle and the signs that a soul is...
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Influencer Fatigue: The Corruption of Catholic Commentary
What happens when zeal moves faster than spiritual maturity? In this episode of The Devil in the Details, Dan and Jordan discuss the growing feeling of “influencer fatigue” in Catholic media: the trend of new converts, reverts, commentators, and public personalities being elevated too quickly...
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The Seduction of Suspicion: A Critical Spirit in Catholic Commentary
Read Mark's full article here: https://www.catholicunscripted.com/p/the-seduction-of-suspicion Why does so much Catholic commentary today feel suspicious, divisive, or even spiritually draining? In this episode, we unpack the rise of a critical spirit and how it often disguises itself as...
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Should Lay People Lay Hands? Authority, Charismatic Gifts, and Spiritual Warfare
In this episode of The Devil is in the Details, Dan and Jordan tackle a hot-button topic in Catholic circles: can lay people lay hands on others in prayer? Responding to a listener’s question, they walk through: How Vatican II’s call for greater lay participation was sometimes distorted Why...
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Humility, Judging Others and Fear of Sin | Devil in the Castle Chapter 3 (Part 1)
“Do not judge” is one of the most quoted and most misunderstood lines in the Gospel. Jesus does not say “ignore your brother’s speck.” He says remove the plank from your own eye first, then you will see clearly to help your brother. In other words, humility and self knowledge come before any true...
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Second Mansion: Fighting Temptation, Shame, and Discouragement | Devil in the Castle Chapter 2
In the second mansion of St. Teresa of Avila’s Interior Castle, the battle gets loud. You have started praying, you are doing the daily examen, and suddenly you see your sin, your patterns, and your past more clearly than ever. The enemy rushes in with shame, discouragement, confusion, and the…
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The Power of the Rosary: How Mary Heals Wounds and Breaks Bondage — with Gabriel Castillo
When Catholics actually pray the Rosary well, hearts heal, families are protected, and hidden lies lose power. Gabriel Castillo (Gabby After Hours) joins Jordan to unpack real spiritual warfare (the 95% that happens in our minds and hearts), how Mary personally heals father/mother wounds, and why…
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Introduction to Teresa of Avila and The Devil in the Castle
We’re launching a new series on Dan’s book The Devil in the Castle, a practical guide to spiritual warfare through St. Teresa of Avila’s Interior Castle—with help from St. John of the Cross and St. Ignatius. We unpack authority (who can command what and when), why we defer to priests, how prayer…
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Pope Leo XIV and Demonic Deception
It's been HOW LONG since we posted?! Wow. Apologies, because we have certainly been recording... As a token of apology, here is an episode earlier than scheduled. Or is it still later...? Either way you're getting it earlier than the youtube subscribers so that's gotta count for something. They...
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The Devil Studies You... | Ignatian Rule 14 Explained
The devil doesn’t guess. He watches. Learns. Waits. And when he finds your weakest point, he attacks. In this final episode of our Ignatian Discernment series, Dan and Jordan unpack Rule 14 — a chilling but liberating truth: the enemy studies your life like a general preparing to breach a…
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Exposing Desolation (and the Enemy) | Ignatian Rule 13 Explained
Demons thrive in the dark. That’s why St. Ignatius’ 13th Rule of Discernment urges us to expose their lies — fast. In this episode, Dan and Jordan dive into one of the most underrated spiritual warfare tactics: calling out the devil’s schemes and sharing them with others. You’ll hear stories from...
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Demonic Temptation: Can a Catholic go to a Protestant for Spiritual Direction?
In this episode of The Devil is in the Details, Jordan and Dan Burke react to a video raising a serious question: Should Catholics ever receive spiritual direction from someone who isn’t Catholic?With honesty and charity, they unpack the theological and practical problems with this...
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When You Feel the Devil Coming: How to Fight Fast and Fierce | Ignatius’ Rule 12 Explained
What do you do when evil stands between you and the chapel? In this raw and practical episode, Dan and Jordan unpack Rule 12 from St. Ignatius of Loyola’s Discernment of Spirits—a hard-hitting rule about spiritual warfare, temptation, and the tactics of the enemy. They explore real-life stories...
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Don’t Get Cocky: Humility Through Desolation | Ignatian Rule 11 Explained
God humbles us in consolation so we can fight better in desolation. Rule 11 of St. Ignatius’ Discernment of Spirits teaches how humility protects us from pride—and prepares us for battle. Timestamp Summary: 00:00 Opening 00:36 Understanding Rule 11: Humility in Consolation and Desolation 01:06...
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Why Exorcism Alone Wasn’t Enough
Some demons won’t leave until you heal.In this episode, Dan and Jordan take a bold look at the real connection between emotional wounds, therapy, and spiritual warfare. Can inner healing make exorcisms more effective? Why are so many Catholics resistant to therapy? And how do wounds become...
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Storing Up Strength: How to Prepare for Spiritual Desolation | Ignatian Rule 10 Explained
Dan and Jordan Burke unpack Rule 10 of St. Ignatius’ Discernment of Spirits—how to prepare during times of peace for future spiritual battles. They share personal stories of suffering, grit, and grace, revealing why storing up consolation is vital for hope and perseverance. Learn to love the…
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Why God Allows Desolation | Ignatian Rule 9 Explained
If you’re practicing mental prayer and still feel spiritually dry, Rule 9 explains why—and what God may be trying to show you. Why does God allow desolation even when you’re doing everything right? In this episode, we break down Rule 9 from St. Ignatius’ 14 Rules for the Discernment of Spirits.…
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Entering the Church Isn’t Enough: How the Devil Attacks new Converts Pt. 1
Dan and Jordan Burke reveal why new Catholics are prime targets for spiritual attack, expose the lies that endanger souls, the common tactics that the enemy uses against new converts, and share how to fight back with the truth of the Church. Timestamp Summary: 0:00 The Devil's Influence and...
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This Darkness Won’t Last Forever | Ignatian Rule 8 Explained
You’re not your sin, your disorder, or your struggle—you’re a child of God called to fight forward, overcome, and be free. In this episode of The Devil is in the Details, we dive into Rule Eight of St. Ignatius’ discernment framework—perseverance in desolation. But this one hits deeper than you...
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God is Closer Than You Think | Ignatian Rule 7 Explained
Even in desolation, God has not abandoned you. In this episode, Jordan and Dan Burke explore Rule 7 of St. Ignatius’ spiritual exercises, revealing how faith, prayer, and mental discipline can help you recognize God’s presence—even when He feels distant. Resources Mentioned in this series:...
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Fighting Back in Spiritual Desolation | Ignatian Rule 6 Explained
When desolation strikes, don’t just endure—fight back. In this episode, Jordan and Dan Burke unpack Rule 6 of St. Ignatius’ Discernment of Spirits, revealing how proactive prayer, meditation, and discipline can break the enemy’s grip. Resources Mentioned in this series: Immediate Action Plan...
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Why You Shouldn’t Quit in Desolation | Ignatian Rule 5 Explained
Rule 5 in spiritual warfare: When the enemy turns up the volume, stay the course—never make a change in desolation. Resources Mentioned in this series: Immediate Action Plan Habitual Sin Course: Examination of Conscience Holy Habits App Seven Deadly Sins Hidden Faults Free Video Series on…
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What Is Spiritual Desolation? | Ignatian Rule 4 Explained
Learn how the enemy attacks through spiritual desolation—and how to fight back with wisdom from St. Ignatius. Resources Mentioned in this series: Immediate Action Plan Habitual Sin Course: Examination of Conscience Holy Habits App Seven Deadly Sins Hidden Faults Free Video Series on Spiritual...
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What Is Spiritual Consolation? | Ignatian Rule 3 Explained
Discover the joy, peace, and clarity of spiritual consolation as we unpack Ignatius’ Rule 3 and its life-changing impact. Resources Mentioned in this series: Immediate Action Plan Habitual Sin Course: Examination of Conscience Holy Habits App Seven Deadly Sins Hidden Faults Free Video Series on...
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The Battle for Freedom - Rule 2 (pt. 2) of Ignatian Discernment of Spirits
Discover how the enemy works to derail your spiritual progress—and how God equips you to overcome every obstacle. Resources Mentioned in this series: Immediate Action Plan Habitual Sin Course: Examination of Conscience Holy Habits App Seven Deadly Sins Hidden Faults Free Video Series on Spiritual...
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Freedom from Darkness: Teresa Yanaros’ Escape from the Occult
Embark on a riveting journey with your host Jordan Burke as he guides you through the incredible story of Teresa Yanaros, a determined journalist and staunch follower of the Catholic faith. Join her on "The Devil is in the Details" as she bravely shares her tumultuous path from a childhood…
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The Battle for Freedom - Rule 2 (pt. 1) of Ignatian Discernment of Spirits
Discover how confession, repentance, and love for God lead to lasting spiritual transformation utilizing Ignatius' second rule of discernment. Resources Mentioned in this series: Immediate Action Plan Habitual Sin Course: Examination of Conscience Holy Habits App Seven Deadly Sins Hidden Faults...
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The Cycle of Sin - Rule 1 of Ignatian Discernment of Spirits
Why do sinful habits feel so enticing? Discover Ignatius’s first rule of discernment and uncover how the enemy uses pleasure to trap us in vice. Resources Mentioned: Immediate Action Plan Habitual Sin Course: Examination of Conscience Holy Habits App Seven Deadly Sins Hidden Faults Free Video...
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Introduction to Discernment of Spirits
Ever feel like your mind is a battlefield? Struggle with negative thoughts you cant shake? What if the key to mental and spiritual peace lies in recognizing the true origin of your thoughts? In a world where thoughts and emotions can be influenced by divine and demonic forces, knowing how to...
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Are Exorcists Supposed to be Hidden?
There are quite a few that maintain that exorcists are supposed to be hidden, out of the public eye, but is that true? Should they be? What does the Church have to say about it? Is there any mandate stating they cannot be public? Dan and Jordan Burke invite you to join them on an exploration of…
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Is the Devil Under Every Rock?
Is the devil under every rock? Do we underestimate or overestimate the presence and influence of evil in our daily lives? Is it possible that we either give too much or too little attention to the spiritual forces at work around us? That is the question we discuss on todays episode of The Devil…
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The Rise of The Occult With Charles Fraune
Get ready for an eye-opening discussion as hosts Dan and Jordan delve into the world of occultism and spiritual warfare with special guest Charles Fraune, the author of "Slaying Dragons." They explore the seductive appeal of the occult, its lasting impact on our society, and the importance of...
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The Reality of Spiritual Warfare
In Episode 2 of "Devil is in the Details," hosts Dan and Jordan Burke delve deeper into the pressing reality of spiritual warfare. This episode builds on their previous discussion, explaining why awareness of spiritual battles is not only relevant but crucial for every Christian. Drawing from...
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Introduction to The Devil is in The Details
An introduction into who we are, the goal of the show, and some insight into what's to come!
About this show
Welcome to a journey into the depths of spiritual warfare led by a father & son (Dan and Jordan Burke). Through devout Catholic beliefs and unwavering search for truth, we carefully examine complex topics with reverence and diligence. We explore intricate questions, navigating subtleties, debunk misconceptions, and reveal hidden truths that are often shrouded by confusion or false teachings. Drawing from centuries of Catholic tradition & wisdom, as well as expertise from those in the field, we strive to uncover the mysteries of this spiritual battle and learn how to be victorious in Jesus.
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