Crisis Point Podcast

On the Feast of Sts. Peter and Paul, Eric Sammons takes a look at the role of the papacy in the Church, and evaluate how the current occupant is living out that role in light of tradition. Particularly, we will look at how recovering the legacy of St. Paul in the papacy can lead to … Read more

Dr. Jay Richards has been on the forefront examining the response to COVID-19. In this episode of Crisis Point, Dr. Richards analyzes the Catholic Church’s response, and what we can learn for future events. Links: • The Price of Panic: https://www.regnery.com/9781684511419/the-price-of-panic/ • Dr. Jay Richards on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DrJayRichards Support the show (https://www.crisismagazine.com/support)

Eric Sammons breaks down last week’s USCCB meeting, and in particular the debate over “Eucharistic coherence” – i.e., whether pro-abortion politicians should be allowed to receive the Eucharist. Link to related article: https://www.crisismagazine.com/2021/ecclesiastical-incoherence Support the show (https://www.crisismagazine.com/support)

Eric Sammons talks with Jason Jones, a film producer, author, activist, and human rights worker. They discuss the plight of many of the vulnerable around the world, particularly in China, and why the Vatican is silent about these abuses. And Eric also asks Jason why a photo of Jason being arrested made the front page … Read more

Fr. Dwight Longenecker discusses some of the current controversial issues in the Church, including the response to COVID, pro-abortion “Catholic” politicians, and Fr. James Altman. He then gives advice for how Catholics can navigate through today’s crises and engage in spiritual combat. Father’s website: https://dwightlongenecker.com Immortal Combat course: https://greatandmain.com/longenecker-masterclass-immortal-combat/ The Tale of Two Fr. Jameses: … Read more

Eric Sammons sits down with Professor of Sociology David Ayers, Ph.D. to discuss the state of religion in America today. Specifically, they attempt to answer the following: Why is religion collapsing in America since 2000? What impact on religion will COVID have going forward? Why do even those who remain Catholic or Evangelical Protestant reject … Read more

Crisis Magazine Editor-in-Chief Eric Sammons interviews Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone of San Francisco about his recent pastoral letter “Before I Formed You in the Womb, I Knew You.” They discuss: • Why His Excellency wrote the letter. • The grave evil of abortion. • Understanding the various levels of cooperation in evil. • The principles involved … Read more

This week Pope Francis issued the Motu Proprio Antiquum Ministerium which institutes the new “ministry of catechist.” Crisis Magazine editor Eric Sammons breaks down its troubling aspects and what it means for the Church. The document: http://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/motu_proprio/documents/papa-francesco-motu-proprio-20210510_antiquum-ministerium.html Support the show (https://www.crisismagazine.com/support)

Taylor Marshall discusses growing up in a nominally Christian home, becoming an Anglican priest, and finally converting to Catholicism. He then addresses the current crisis in the Church, including the problems coming out of Rome, interpreting Vatican II, and dealing with the McCarrick scandal. Finally, he gives advice on how Catholics can live their faith … Read more

Crisis Editor-in-Chief Eric Sammons answers questions about Catholicism and the crisis in the Church today. Topics include: • The line between proper obedience and following unjust/unfaithful directives. • The Catholic teaching on the death penalty. • How to invest in a way that aligns with the Catholic faith. • How to approach Vatican II. • … Read more

Eric Sammons speaks with author Kennedy Hall about what it’s like to attend a SSPX chapel, as well as his thoughts about Archbishop Lefebvre, the 1988 episcopal consecrations, and the current “irregular” status of the Society. (Note: there were some technical difficulties when recording, and so a few times Kennedy’s audio was skipped briefly. Our … Read more

Leila Lawler joins Eric Sammons to discuss her recent article for Crisis Magazine about the role of men in the Church, then talks about the impact of feminism on the Church, and that there is no such thing as “Catholic feminism.” Leila’s blog: http://likemotherlikedaughter.org Leila’s article for Crisis: https://www.crisismagazine.com/2021/catholic-men-rise-up-and-fight Support the show

Eric Sammons, Editor-in-Chief of Crisis Magazine, discusses the debate within the Catholic world regarding the morality of abortion-tainted vaccines. Related links: Moral Reflections on Vaccines Prepared from Cells Derived from Aborted Human Foetuses (Pontifical Academy for Life, 2005) Dignitas Personae (Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, 2008) Note on the morality of using some … Read more

Dr. Peter Kwasniewski joins Eric Sammons to discuss the burgeoning traditional Catholic movement. Why is is that so many Catholics—particularly young Catholics—are finding themselves drawn to tradition? And why aren’t the bishops embracing this dynamic movement? Reclaiming Our Roman Catholic Birthright can be found at https://www.amazon.com/Reclaiming-Our-Roman-Catholic-Birthright/dp/1621385353 The Holy Bread of Eternal Life can be found … Read more

Dr. Monica Miller, founder of Citizens for a Pro-Life Society, discusses the history of pro-life rescue and the new Red Rose Rescue movement. For more info on Red Rose Rescue: https://www.redroserescue.com Monica’s article at Crisis Magazine: https://www.crisismagazine.com/2021/risking-arrest-to-defend-the-unborn Support the show (https://www.crisismagazine.com/support)

Austin Ruse, contributing editor of Crisis Magazine and president of C-Fam, joins Eric Sammons to discuss his many battles in the culture wars, and how he has been able to keep his chin up throughout them. C-Fam can be found at https://c-fam.org. Follow Crisis Magazine at https://www.crisismagazine.com. Support the show (https://www.crisismagazine.com/support)