Red Dirt Catholics
Join Jayce, James and guests from "Red Dirt" Oklahoma as they discuss what evangelization and discipleship looks like in real life.
Episodes
138 episodes
Bold Simplicity: Drawing People in with Truth and Tradition
In this episode, Jayce and James share real stories of bringing people into the Church with a question, like an agnostic who came for the music and said yes to OCIA after a gentle ask; a seeker who loves liturgy but hesitates because of family ...
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Season 6
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Episode 13
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59:29
An Age of Extinction is Coming. Here's How to Survive. (ft. Chris Scaperlanda)
In this episode, Jayce and James sit down with Chris Scaperlanda, a father, attorney and friend, to wrestle with Ross Douthat's New York Times article, "An Age of Extinction is Coming. Here's How to Survive," all about how technology dulls desi...
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Season 6
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Episode 9
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1:02:42
FACT(s) of Mission | Part 1
In this episode, Jayce and James explore how the FACT framework (Faithful, Available, Contagious, Teachable) serves as both a barometer for disciple readiness and a personal examination tool for those leading others toward Christ.Have yo...
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Season 6
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Episode 8
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36:33
Living Mission (ft. Jared Williams)
In this episode, Jayce and James are joined (again) by Jared Williams, a FOCUS missionary at the University of Memphis, who shares his transformative experience living on mission and the beautiful intersection between personal holiness and evan...
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Season 6
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Episode 7
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47:11
Real and Intentional Community (ft. Josh Paiement)
In this episode, Jayce and James are joined by Josh Paiement to discuss authentic community from its theological roots to practical application in our parishes and ministries. Building real community means moving beyond surface-level gatherings...
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Season 6
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Episode 6
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1:06:35
Magnanimity, Mary and Modern Messes (ft. Carrie Gress)
In this episode, Jayce and James are joined by author and speaker Carrie Gress to share her powerful testimony and discuss faith, family and feminism.Imagine if someone told you that the framework of dignity and equality you've been taug...
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Season 6
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Episode 5
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1:03:21
Should We Listen More Than Once? (Grace and Discipleship in Action)
During this episode, Jayce and James are back! Join as they dive into powerful stories of discipleship and mission through the lens of recent guest interviews, exploring the transformative moments that shape authentic Christian witness and comm...
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Season 6
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Episode 4
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1:19:26
I Literally Met Jesus, Yesterday.
In this episode, Jayce is joined by Jared Williams. Jared is currently serving as a FOCUS missionary in Memphis, TN, at the University of Memphis. Jared shares his inspirational journey from being a jailer to becoming a FOCUS missionary. His st...
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50:05
Heart of a Vagabond
James is joined by Joe Cipriano to talk about Joe's journey to faith and his work with the group "Vagabond Missions."You can learn more about Vagabond Missions at https://vagabondmissions.com/.
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Season 6
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Episode 2
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1:27:27
The Science of Happiness
Jayce and James sit down to ring in the first episode of season 6! James, returning from his Artic pilgrimage, is back with Jayce to discuss sourdough, Utah and the "Science of Happiness." "The Science of Happiness" was a talk given at the 2025...
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Season 6
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Episode 1
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51:51
Faith Osmosis
Jayce and James sat down with Fr. Rick Stansberry, rector of the Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help and president of Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School in Oklahoma City, to talk about the role of the faith in a Catholic high school.&nb...
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Season 5
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Episode 16
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43:56
Religion of the Day (Part 7 - Final)
Exploring the intersection of modern secularism and ancient gnosticism with "The Religion of the Day" from the University of Mary, the follow-up publication to "From Christendom to Apostolic Mission."This is part 7.
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Season 5
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Episode 15
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54:26
Religion of the Day (Part 6)
Exploring the intersection of modern secularism and ancient gnosticism with "The Religion of the Day" from the University of Mary, the follow-up publication to "From Christendom to Apostolic Mission."This is part 6.
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Season 5
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Episode 14
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57:18
Religion of the Day (Part 5)
Exploring the intersection of modern secularism and ancient gnosticism with "The Religion of the Day" from the University of Mary, the follow-up publication to "From Christendom to Apostolic Mission."This is part 5.
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42:58
Religion of the Day (Part 4) - Ft. Father Joseph Irwin
Exploring the intersection of modern secularism and ancient gnosticism with "The Religion of the Day" from the University of Mary, the follow-up publication to "From Christendom to Apostolic Mission."In this episode, Jayce and Jam...
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Season 5
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Episode 12
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1:10:09
AirPod to the Heart
Jayce and James are joined by a mystery special guest (you'll either be excited, disappointed or indifferent) to discuss how it feels to be a sheep without a shepherd and Apple's technology and marketing partnership with God.
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Season 5
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Episode 11
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49:11
Religion of the Day - Part 3
Exploring the intersection of modern secularism and ancient gnosticism with "The Religion of the Day" from the University of Mary, the follow-up publication to "From Christendom to Apostolic Mission."This is part 3.
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Season 5
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Episode 10
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50:42
Living Eucharistically
Father Jerome Krug joined Jayce and James to discuss how one can live every day as a living sacrifice.
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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1:05:36
Religion of the Day - Part 2
Exploring the intersection of modern secularism and ancient gnosticism with "The Religion of the Day" from the University of Mary, the follow-up publication to "From Christendom to Apostolic Mission." This is part 2
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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51:28
Religion of the Day - Part 1
Exploring the intersection of modern secularism and ancient gnosticism with "The Religion of the Day" from the University of Mary, the follow-up publication to "From Christendom to Apostolic Mission."
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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56:57
Top 10 Past Episodes (so far...)
As they blow out the candles on the fourth anniversary Red Dirt Catholics, Jayce and James take a trip down memory lane to revisit the top 10 past episodes of the podcast. The episode is a thoughtful journey through the power of th...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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1:07:36
Pastoral Leadership (ft. Archbishop Paul Coakley)
Jayce and James sat down with Archbishop Paul Coakley from the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City, to talk about pastoral leadership.The Archbishop's perspective on addressing difficult topics with those entrusted to his spiritual care and st...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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1:02:05
Communication and Leadership (ft. Rhonda McMillin)
Jayce and Alex sit down with Rhonda McMillin, director of Human Resources for the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City, to discuss effective communication and leadership. Their conversation centers on the craft of addressing behavior and i...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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58:38
Vision and Leadership (ft. Father Jim Goins)
Jayce and Alex sit down with their former pastor, Father Jim Goins. Father Goins is currently pastor of Saint Eugene Catholic Church in Oklahoma City. Have you ever found yourself reminiscing over college hijinks, then moments late...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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46:56
Healing and Leadership (ft. Hilary Sanchez)
Ever wondered how the subtleties of leadership can weave their way through the fibers of a marriage, or how the art of healing can reinforce the bonds we hold dear? Together, we tackle the nuances of communication—sharing a laugh over the weddi...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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49:06