HeyJaredThe Unlikely Catholic Podcast
This podcast provides listeners with various viewpoints from Catholics of all types on everything from the direction of the church to how we can improve our faith.
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- Aug 26, 2026
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ES 33 - Chris Reibold (opens the original)
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This week on The Unlikely Catholic Podcast, we are joined by Chris Reibold, known as the “Saint Story Guy.” Together, we explore the persecution of the Catholic Church throughout history, with a special focus on the Cristero War—a violent struggle against the Church in early 20th-century Mexico, particularly in the central and western regions of the country. We discuss what led to the conflict, the courage of those who defended their faith, and why the story of the Cristeros still resonates with
ES 32 - Mike Aquilina (opens the original)
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This week, Chris and Steve welcome Mike Aquilina, award-winning author of more than seventy books on Catholic history, doctrine, and devotion. They discuss how understanding Church history can deepen and strengthen our faith while providing valuable perspective on the challenges Catholics face today. Mike also explores the struggles of the early Church Fathers and how many of the issues they confronted nearly two thousand years ago remain surprisingly relevant to Christians today.
ES 31 - The Prodigal Parent (opens the original)
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This week, Chris and Steve explore the lasting effects of parental neglect and the emotional challenges that arise when an absent parent seeks to rebuild a relationship later in life. Together, they discuss the impact on children, the complexities of forgiveness and reconciliation, and whether broken family bonds can truly be restored after years of distance.
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