
Gotta Be Saints
Brendan talks with (future) saints about being saints.
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Episodes
225 episodes
Blessed Stanley Rother with Ennie Hickman
In this special episode of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, we reflect on the life and legacy of Blessed Stanley Rother, the first U.S. born martyr. As we approach his feast day on July 28th, I am joined by Ennie Hickman, a missionary and ...
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Season 12
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Episode 222
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34:13

The Mysteries of the Mass with Fr. Robert Nixon
In this episode of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, I sit down with Father Robert Nixon, a translator and expert on St. Bonaventure's writings, to dive deep into the mysteries of the Mass through the lens of this great Doctor of the Church...
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Season 12
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Episode 221
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32:39

Consecrate America to the Eucharist with Brian Walsh
In this episode of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, I sit down with Brian Walsh — campaign spokesperson for Consecrate America and a member of Dynamic Catholic.Brian joins me to discuss the powerful movement of consecrating America to the Eu...
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Season 12
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Episode 220
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27:08

I Killed Maria Goretti with Michael Lichens
In this episode of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, I sit down with Michael Lichens — author, editor, and one of today’s best storytellers on Catholic saints and forgotten holy witnesses.Michael joins me to discuss I Killed Maria ...
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Season 12
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Episode 219
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18:54

Unsolicited Advice with George Weigel
In this episode of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, I sit down with George Weigel — Catholic theologian, longtime papal biographer, and one of today’s most respected voices on faith, culture, and public life.George joins me to ...
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Season 12
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Episode 218
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30:02

Cardinal George Pell with Tess Livingstone
In this episode of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, I sit down with Tess Livingstone—Australian journalist, longtime editor at The Australian, and author of the definitive biography of the late Cardinal George Pell.
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Season 12
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Episode 217
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33:00

Pope Leo XIV with Fr. Joseph Fessio, S.J.
In this episode of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, I sit down with Fr. Joseph Fessio, S.J.—Jesuit priest, founder of Ignatius Press, and longtime student and friend of Pope Benedict XVI—to discuss the significance of having the first-ever American...
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Season 12
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Episode 216
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35:57

From Calvinist to Catholic with Dr. Peter Kreeft
In this episode of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Peter Kreeft—Catholic philosopher, longtime Boston College professor, and author of over 100 books—for a candid and moving conversation about his personal conversion story, tol...
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Season 12
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Episode 215
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32:00

Piety and Personality: The Temperaments of the Saints
In this episode of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, I sit down with Rosemary McGuire Berry—Catholic author, pilgrimage leader, and storyteller—for a conversation that’s both practical and inspiring. Her new book, Piety and Personality: The Temp...
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Season 12
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Episode 214
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34:46

The Catholic Roots of Nagasaki with James Nolan
In this episode of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, I’m joined by Professor James Nolan, sociologist at Williams College and author of Atomic Doctors, for a powerful conversation on memory, martyrdom, and healing—centered on the Cat...
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Season 12
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Episode 213
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38:47

The Hour of Testing with Fr. Donald Haggerty
In this episode of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, I sit down with Fr. Donald Haggerty, priest of the Archdiocese of New York and renowned spiritual writer, for a sobering and deeply moving conversation on his newest book, The Hour of T...
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Season 12
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Episode 212
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36:53

The Secret to Holiness - Lessons from Our Lady
In this episode of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, I share a talk I recently gave to a men’s group at my old parish, centered on The Secret of Holiness: Lessons from Our Lady.On this special episode, released on the feast of...
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Season 12
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Episode 211
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32:42

Christ Is Risen - Now What?
A short reflection on how to enter into the Easter season without forgetting all the lessons from the Lenten season. 🙏 Special thanks to our sponsor, Truthly!Use code gottabesaints for a free trial at
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Season 12
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Episode 210
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16:38

The Glacier Priest with Dr. Josh McMullen
In this episode of the Gotta Be Saints Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Josh McMullen, historian and author of The Glacier Priest, for an inspiring conversation about one of the most fascinating and overlooked Catholic figures of ...
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Season 12
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Episode 209
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36:48

From the Messianic Movement to the Catholicism with Matthew Wiseman
In this episode of the Gotta Be Saints podcast, I sit down with Matthew Wiseman, convert to Catholicism and author of The Two Jerusalems, for a powerful conversation about his journey from the Messianic movement to the ...
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Season 12
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Episode 208
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38:19

Seeing Christ in Others with Michael Acaldo
In this episode of the Gotta Be Saints podcast, I sit down with Michael Acaldo, National CEO of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, for an inspiring conversation about what it really means to see Christ in the poor.
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Season 12
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Episode 207
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46:18

The Fruit of Pilgrimage with Fr. John Nepil
In this episode of the Gotta Be Saints podcast, I sit down with Fr. John Nepil to explore the profound spiritual lessons that come from journeying through the wilderness—literally and figuratively. A priest of the Archdiocese of Denver...
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Season 12
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Episode 206
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27:45

Adventure: The Anxiety Antidote with Adam Trufant
Episode SummaryIn this episode of the Gotta Be Saints podcast, I sit down with Adam Trufant to explore the transformative power of adventure in overcoming anxiety and finding deeper freedom. As a camp director, out...
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Season 12
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Episode 205
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37:13

Catholic Heroes of Civil and Religious Rights with Roxanne King
Episode SummaryIn this episode of the Gotta Be Saints podcast, I sit down with journalist and author Roxanne King to discuss her latest book, Catholic Heroes of Civil and Human Rights. We explore the inspi...
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Season 12
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Episode 204
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26:56

The Importance of a Good Book with Joseph Pearce
Episode SummaryIn this episode of the Gotta Be Saints podcast, I sit down with renowned author and scholar Joseph Pearce to discuss his latest book, Classic Literature Made Simple: Fifty Great Books Every Catho...
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Season 12
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Episode 203
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22:05

Superhabits With Dr. Andrew Abela
Episode SummaryIn this episode, I sit down with Dr. Andrew Abela to explore the transformative power of Superhabits—a universal system for a successful life. Drawing on both ancient wisdom and modern science, Dr. A...
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Season 12
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Episode 202
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28:20

The Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary
Today's episode is special to me. It is a recording of me praying the rosary with my dad over the phone. He has Lewy Body Dementia, and we aren't totally sure how much longer he has with us on earth. One of my favorite things to do with him is ...
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Season 12
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Episode 201
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20:02

Going on Mission with Anna Gagnet
Episode SummaryIn this episode, I sit down with Anna Gagnet, founder of Sea la Luz, a nonprofit serving communities in Honduras and Nicaragua, to explore the universal call to mission. Anna shares her inspiring journey of...
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Season 11
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Episode 200
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50:23

The Call to Daily Conversion with Fr. James Kubicki, SJ
Episode SummaryIn this episode, I sit down with Fr. James Kubicki, S.J., to discuss the importance of saying “yes” to God each day and embracing the call to daily conversion. Fr. Kubicki shares practical insights on how to choose ...
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Season 12
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Episode 201
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29:18

The Life and Legacy of Fr. Joseph Fessio, SJ
Episode SummaryIn this episode, we explore the life and legacy of Father Joseph Fessio, S.J., with Fr. Robert Buckley, who offers a personal and insightful look into this remarkable Jesuit priest. Known for his profound intellect ...
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Season 11
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Episode 200
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19:01
