Become Who You Are
What’s the meaning and purpose of my life? What is my true identity? Why were we created male and female? How do I find happiness, joy and peace? How do I find love that lasts, forever? These are the timeless questions of the human heart. Join Jack Rigert and his guests for lively insights, reading the signs of our times through the lens of Catholic Teaching and the insights of Saint John Paul ll to guide us.
Saint Catherine of Siena said "Become who you are and you would set the world on fire".
Episodes
648 episodes
#651 With Jason Jones: Justin Bieber’s Mom Pattie Mallete, The Israel-Palestine Conflict, AI, and The Faith!
Jason Jones' life reads like an unlikely hero's journey - from teenage soldier who lost his child to abortion, to pro-life activist, award-winning filmmaker, and humanitarian aid worker in the world's most dangerous conflict zones. In this rive...
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Episode 651
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#650 (Claymore 5) "Romantic Challenges to True Love; The Fall and the Normalization of Sin"
The human heart is the first battlefield in the war between love and lust. As we navigate a culture that normalizes sin and distorts our capacity for authentic connection, Jesus offers us more than rules—He offers transformation.This ep...
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Episode 650
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55:13
#649 Finding Alex: A Russian Adoption Story, and the Relentless Love of God
The box had been gathering dust under the bed for years. Inside were the remnants of a journey to Russia that forever changed Jamie McAleer's family. "I never thought I'd go to Russia," she recalls, having grown up during the Cold War when the ...
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Episode 649
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45:54
#648 Inside the Jeffrey Epstein Web of Corruption: Dark Networks With No Moral Compass
A dark web of money, power, and government complicity surrounds the Jeffrey Epstein case – arguably the largest child sex trafficking operation ever uncovered. Crime investigator Tom Hampson takes us beyond the headlines to expose how this pred...
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Episode 648
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49:07
#647 Claymore (4) "In The Beginning, Awe, Wonder and a Cosmic Explosion of Love!"
What if your body was designed to tell a cosmic love story? In this profound exploration of human sexuality, Jack unveils how our creation as male and female reflects something far deeper than biology—it mirrors the very nature of God's Trinita...
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Episode 647
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35:10
#646 Bobby Fredericksen's Life Changed! How To Live intentionally and Create A Family Mission Statement
A profound midnight Mass experience transformed Bobby Fredericksen from a corporate party-goer to a purpose-driven Catholic father and podcaster. His conversion story reveals how encountering Christ's peace in the Eucharist altered the trajecto...
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Episode 646
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55:22
#645 Looking For A Spiritual Coach and Trainer? Meet St. Philip Neri Whose Enlarged Heart Can Transform Yours!
Meet Rob Marco! He not only shares his own remarkable journey but introduces us to St. Philip Neri, a 16th-century saint, who combined profound holiness with infectious joy!It's Philip's unique combination of deep prayer and playful humo...
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Episode 645
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38:38
#644 Claymore (3): Famous Exorcist Fr. Gabriele Amorth Left us a Practical Spiritual Warfare Handbook w Michael Lichens
We explore Father Gabriele Amorth's book "God Most Powerful," which serves as a practical handbook for spiritual warfare. Rather than becoming obsessed with evil, Father Amorth encourages us to focus on strengthening our relationship with God t...
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Episode 644
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49:56
#643 The Troubling Case of Jeffrey Epstein: We're Failing Our Children--The Evil of Child Exploitation
Jack and Thomas Hampson delve into the troubling case of Jeffrey Epstein, exploring its implications on child exploitation, deep state corruption, and the moral crisis in society. They discuss the importance of parental rights, the accountabili...
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Episode 643
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55:25
#642 Claymore (2) The Battlefield of the Heart! Awakened by Beauty, Commissioned for Battle, Seeking Adventure and Truth
What if your deepest desires—even the ones that sometimes feel overwhelming or confusing—weren't obstacles to overcome but rocket fuel for your spiritual journey? In this profound exploration of authentic masculinity, Jack and Mark Schmitt unpa...
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Episode 642
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42:41
#641 Would You Stand Against the State to Defend Your Faith? Unlocking the Churches!
What happens when the government tells churches to close their doors? During the pandemic, attorney Jeffrey Trissell found himself at the center of an unprecedented legal battle for religious freedom that would take him to the Supreme Court thr...
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Episode 641
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41:27
#640 I Killed Maria Goretti: The Life and Repentance of Alessandro Serenelli
The battle between love and lust rages in every human heart. In this powerful exploration of the Maria Goretti story, we uncover how what we consume shapes who we become – sometimes with devastating consequences.Maria Goretti was just 1...
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Episode 640
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40:48
#639 Claymore (1): The Spiritual Battle for Young Men; "What Sort of Tale Have We Fallen Into?"
What epic tale have we fallen into, and what role are we meant to play? This question lies at the heart of our exploration of authentic masculinity and spiritual warfare in a chaotic world.Drawing from the wisdom of St. John Paul II, He...
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Episode 639
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33:01
#638 Why do we suffer? Does our suffering have meaning? With Dr. Aaron Kheriaty—Psychiatrist and Author
The question haunts us all: Why do we suffer? And more importantly, does our suffering have meaning? In this profound conversation with Dr. Aaron Kheriaty—psychiatrist, author, and courageous voice during recent cultural upheavals—we explore th...
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Episode 638
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51:58
#637 Bitcoin: The Moral Alternative to Fiat Currency
What if the money system itself is designed to work against your values? Eric Sammons, editor-in-chief of Crisis Magazine and author of "Moral Money: The Case for Bitcoin," makes a compelling case that our current monetary system is fund...
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Episode 637
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41:30
#636 "Jesus, I Trust in You": Breaking Free from Modern Emptiness
What happens when you start defining yourself by your struggles rather than by your God-given identity? Deacon Gerald Marie Anthony tackles this profound question in a conversation that strikes at the heart of what it means to be authentically ...
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Episode 636
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48:30
#635 Saint Hildegard's Garden: Beyond Pills! Recipes and Remedies for Healing Body and Soul
St. Hildegard of Bingen—one of only four women Doctors of the Church—and her revolutionary approach to healing that seamlessly unites body and soul.Leila Lawler joins Jack to discuss St. Hildegard's comprehensive system of natural medic...
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Episode 635
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38:00
#634 Knights of the Modern Age: Chivalry Is Being Resurrected By Young Men! Women Pay Attention!
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS With Scripture Are Below the Description!The nobility of knighthood isn't about suppressing masculine power—it's about channeling it properly. Matthew McKenna, PhD candidate in theology at Ave Maria University...
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Episode 634
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45:24
#633 Padre Pio and You! An Epic Story of Spiritual Fatherhood: With Mary O'Regan
Padre Pio: The Saint with a Special Love for AmericansWhen we think of Padre Pio, most Catholics immediately picture his stigmata – the visible wounds of Christ that marked his hands, feet, and side. But after speaking with Mary O'Regan...
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Episode 633
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59:17
#632 Your Soul Needs Training Just Like Your Body: Prayer, Virtues, Mass and Confession
Ever feel like you're giving your all to work, relationships, and personal goals, but treating your spiritual life like an afterthought? Michael Pacer joins Jack to explore the disconnect that's leaving so many men unfulfilled and searching for...
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Episode 632
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48:37
#631 What is Truth? Does it Exist? Can I find it? Did Mary have other children? Deacon Frank Joins Jack
Something extraordinary is happening in Catholic churches across America and Europe—pews that once sat half-empty are filling with young faces. This isn't a momentary blip but a genuine spiritual awakening among a generation raised in moral rel...
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Episode 631
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39:37
#630 Sean asked, "Am I Gay?": Discovering Your True Identity in Christ
What happens when a young Catholic man wonders if he might be gay after developing a deep friendship with another guy? This question opens the door to a profound exploration of identity, desire, and our ultimate purpose as human beings....
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Episode 630
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35:08
#629 Saint Carlo Acutis: The Inspiring Story of God's Digital Saint and the Power of Eucharistic Love
Something extraordinary is happening in Catholic communities worldwide. Young people are flocking to churches, filling pews, and rediscovering ancient truths in surprising numbers. What's drawing this digital generation back to tra...
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Episode 629
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50:06
#628 The Power of Reading Scripture in A Digital Age: Healing and Rewiring Minds Using Lectio Divina
Young men are rising up and searching for the truth in a world that has consistently lied to them. Despite growing up in a toxic culture and relentlessly bombarded with digital distraction, they're discovering something profound: Scripture o...
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Episode 628
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49:16
#627 Young People Leading A Catholic Renaissance: Gen Z Has Discovered The Splendor of Truth!
Something unexpected is happening in France. In a nation known as one of the world's most atheistic countries, Catholic churches are suddenly filling up with young faces. This Easter alone, over 10,000 adults were baptized into the Catholic Chu...
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Episode 627
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51:52