This week, Brandon asks AJ some follow ups on papal elections. How much of the election of a pope is about human, political machinations? How much is divine guidance by the Holy Spirit? How can we tell?
Episode 282 – Papal Politics
Episode 281 – Papal Health
This week, AJ brings up Pope Francis' current health situation and talks with Brandon about the Pope's broader role in Christianity. Even if you aren't Catholic, the Papacy remains influential.
The Balancing Act of Authority
The Balancing Act of Authority Is it possible to listen to authority while also thinking for ourselves? How can it be done?
Episode 4 – Elevate Coffee – McCarrick and Gunn
We touch on the update from El Papa and his statement that capital punishment is no longer an acceptable solution. Then our main topic is discussing two individuals whose past came back to bite them. Former Cardinal McCarrick and former GOTG director James Gunn. Two very different situations that provide an interesting compare and contrast. I got to probe AJ's experience in seminary for an insiders opinion on how the Church and priests deal with these scandals.