Curiously Catholic

🚀 FIRST FULL EPISODE OF 2025! 🚀 Atomic Habits has taken the self-improvement world by storm—but does it have wisdom for us as Christians? In this episode, we break it down and explore how building better habits can help us grow in virtue, deepen our faith, and ultimately draw closer to God. Let’s bring the best of habit formation into our spiritual lives! 🔥 Follow & Support Evangelion! 🔥 📺 YouTube: @CuriouslyCatholic 📸 Instagram: @evangelion_nz 🎧 Spotify: Curiously Catholic 🌍 Website: www.evangelion.co.nz

Can music help you pray? What about really bad music? To find answers to these questions and much more catch up with Shana (aka Valere) and myself as we talk about her journey in faith and music, her new release "Lily's March" and much more. To here more of Shana's work check out her Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5ZQF36w4zKY03Rq4zbYx88?si=4ntuo43MTrWNMXrZ5QyJcA REMEMBER!! if you want to get involved in the Evangelion mission Like, Share and Subscribe to this Content on all platforms and get in touch with us via our website and see how you can help bring the Gospel to Aotearoa. Link for interest: https://forms.gle/kFJpFcUrSdhoiUzh6 Link for donation: https://www.evangelion.co.nz/support-us God bless

In this Episode we talk about the up coming tour with Cy Kellet 2-4th Oct in Auckland and 5th-7th in Hamilton, and explore what is the proper disposition we should have toward the eucharist. FInd out more about evangelion and the work we are doing at: evangelion.co.nz insta/Evangelion_NZ fb/EvangelionNZ

Holiness, is it even possible? What even is it? Well it turns out, like most things, it's simple but it does take a little bit of effort, so lets get stuck in and work out how we can be in deeper relationship with Jesus. ALSO! Get involved!! Link for interest: https://forms.gle/kFJpFcUrSdhoiUzh6 Link for donation: https://www.evangelion.co.nz/support-us Shana's latest single release check out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cHPQqqVJeHQ God bless

The gunshot that echoed around the world… and the injustice whose full impact we’ve yet to see. In this episode, I reflect on the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk, looking at what some of his closest friends and colleagues have said about him — and what we can learn from a man who left a profound mark on the world. 💭 4 main learnings I garnered from Charlie: - Know your opponent - Live Virtue - The Power of Dialogue - Be not afraid 🌟 Join the Mission: 🕊️ Donate: https://www.evangelion.co.nz/support-us 🌏 Follow Evangelion: 📸 Instagram: @evangelion_nz 📘 Facebook: EvangelionNZ 🎵 TikTok: @curiouslycatholic

My take on the Charlie Kirk Assassination. I had planned to sit down with Simon from Family Life International today to talk about something very different, but then in a moment the whole world changes and we did talk about life, we spoke about Charlie Kirk, how he lived out a call that was given to him and him alone, and how he lived it to the full. How do we process this, well the Church as always has the answer andwe see this in the beatification of the first millennial Saint Carol Acutis. Tune in for the full discussion. 🌏 Follow Evangelion: 📸 Instagram: @evangelion_nz 📘 Facebook: EvangelionNZ 🎵 TikTok: @curiouslycatholic Look up FLI at: https://fli.org.nz/

Join me for a fascinating conversation with Dr. Roger Seheult, physician, medical educator, and co-founder of MedCram, as we explore how and where God has revealed scientific truths in the Bible. From medicine to nature, Scripture contains wisdom that has shaped not only our spiritual lives but also our understanding of the created world. Dr. Seheult shares his unique perspective at the intersection of faith, science, and Scripture, and why seeing God’s hand in creation can transform the way we live today. 👉 In this episode: Does the Bible anticipate modern science? How Scripture reveals truths about health and creation Why faith and science aren’t in conflict Dr. Seheult’s journey in medicine and faith ⚡ Follow Dr. Seheult: 🌐 MedCram: https://www.medcram.com 📺 YouTube: MedCram Channel 🌏 Follow Evangelion: 📸 Instagram: @evangelion_nz 📘 Facebook: EvangelionNZ 🎵 TikTok: @curiouslycatholic 🔔 Subscribe for more Catholic conversations on faith, science, and the search for truth.

In this powerful episode, I sit down with Simon Carrington from Fire Up Ministries in Sydney. We discuss not only how to share the Catholic faith with conviction, but also Simon’s deeply personal journey of overcoming a speech impediment. Through years of tears, prayer, and perseverance, Simon has transformed his struggle into a mission—today he speaks around the world, inspiring others to embrace Christ and live the Gospel with courage. 👉 Topics we cover: How to talk about the faith in today’s culture The power of vulnerability and prayer in healing Simon’s journey from speech impediment to Catholic evangelist Why passion for Christ fuels mission 🔥 Follow Simon & Fire Up Ministries: 🌐 Website: fireupministries.com 📸 Instagram: @fireupministries 🎧 Spotify: Fire Up Ministries Podcast 🌏 Follow Evangelion: Instagram https://www.instagram.com/evangelion_nz/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/EvangelionNZ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@curiouslycatholic 🔔 Subscribe for more Catholic conversations on faith, courage, and mission.

Join me for a conversation with Catholic Answers’ own Cy Kellett as we explore how to win people’s hearts—not just arguments. This episode was filmed during Cy’s New Zealand tour a few years ago, where he spoke in Auckland and Hamilton. It was an incredible time, and in this chat we dive into the stories, lessons, and insights from that visit. We talk about: Why truth and charity must go hand in hand The difference between debating and evangelizing Lessons from engaging a secular culture with the Gospel Here’s where you can join the movement: 🎧 Spotify: Curiously Catholic https://open.spotify.com/show/5sxmEIgD7JKnuIYhF0dgzh ▶️ YouTube: Curiously Catholic https://www.youtube.com/@curiouslycatholic 📸 Instagram: @evangelion_nz https://www.instagram.com/evangelion_nz/ 🎬 TikTok: @curiouslycatholic https://www.tiktok.com/@curiouslycatholic And if you want to multiply your impact: 💡 Become a monthly supporter: Support Evangelion Your support doesn’t just keep the lights on—it fuels content, events, and conversations that change lives. Together, we can shift culture in NZ. Let’s do this, God bless you!

What if one of the most controversial relics in history actually points to the truth of Christianity? In this episode of Curiously Catholic, Fr. Andrew Dalton — international expert on the Shroud of Turin — joins us to explore the intersection of science, reason, and faith. Is the Shroud real? What does it tell us about Jesus, the resurrection… and ourselves? But we don’t stop at carbon dating and forensic evidence. We ask the deeper questions: Can science lead us to God? Is belief in Jesus intellectually credible? What role does mystery play in our faith? This isn’t just about the cloth — it’s about how we come to believe in a skeptical age. Whether you're curious, questioning, or committed, this conversation will challenge your assumptions and deepen your wonder. 📌 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more thought-provoking Catholic content! Here’s where you can join the movement: 🎧 Spotify: Curiously Catholic https://open.spotify.com/show/5sxmEIgD7JKnuIYhF0dgzh ▶️ YouTube: Curiously Catholic https://www.youtube.com/@curiouslycatholic 📸 Instagram: @evangelion_nz https://www.instagram.com/evangelion_nz/ 🎬 TikTok: @curiouslycatholic https://www.tiktok.com/@curiouslycatholic And if you want to multiply your impact: 💡 Become a monthly supporter: Support Evangelion #ShroudOfTurin #FrAndrewDalton #FaithAndReason #CatholicApologetics #CuriouslyCatholic #CatholicPodcast #ScienceAndFaith #CatholicYouTube #JesusResurrection #MysteryOfFaith #CatholicEvidence #ChristianityAndScience #CatholicIntellectualTradition @Othonia

Fr. Simon Cleary, LC, returned home to New Zealand from his mission in the Philippines to share a powerful series of talks across NZ and Australia. In this conversation, we dive into what it means to live out the Catholic faith in today’s world, drawing on his wealth of personal experience and missionary insights. 👉 Topics we cover: How to stay rooted in Christ amid modern challenges Why faith isn’t just private but lived out in community Lessons from Fr. Simon’s missionary work in the Philippines The role of St. Joseph as a guide for modern disciples 🌏 Follow Evangelion for more Catholic content: 📸 Instagram: @evangelion_nz 📘 Facebook: EvangelionNZ 🎵 TikTok: @curiouslycatholic 🙏 Hear more from Fr. Simon: ▶️ YouTube: Fr. Simon Cleary 📖 Book: God’s Carpenter: Joseph’s Short Stories 🔔 Subscribe for more Catholic conversations exploring faith, reason, and mission.

This is an interview I recorded 4 years ago, but the content was so good I had to put it out there!! 🎙️ Why would a loving God allow us to be poor, to struggle, or to feel abandoned? In this powerful episode of Curiously Catholic, Fr. Mark-Mary of Ascension Presents opens up about the often misunderstood realities of God’s providence and spiritual poverty. What does it really mean to trust God when everything is falling apart? What if poverty — material or spiritual — is actually part of God's loving plan? We dive into: The hidden grace in our dependence How poverty can lead to deeper faith Real stories from religious life and ministry The surprising freedom in surrendering control Whether you're in a season of lack, uncertainty, or simply wrestling with big questions about God's plan — this conversation is for you. 👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share if this episode speaks to your soul. #FrMarkMary #AscensionPresents #GodsProvidence #SpiritualPoverty #CatholicPodcast #CuriouslyCatholic #CatholicFaith #TrustInGod #FranciscanFriars #ChristianSuffering #CatholicYouTube #CatholicInspiration #CatholicSpirituality #CatholicLife

In this episode we are focussing on the "lift" in Lifting His name on high. But is going to the Gym for a pump session just inflating your ego and leaving you interior life in tatters? Is it possible to deadlift without killing your soul? Well Bede Alexander is here to show us that the gains from the gym go further than your biceps!! He shares about his struggles being one of the best power lifters in NZ and how he got back on track after leaving that world. See the work they're doing at: Youtube @kingdomfitnz Insta @ kingdomfitnz https://www.kingdomfitnz.com/ Get more involved in the mission here at NZ www.evangelion.co.nz Lets go for a coffee and talk shop

Ladies and Gentlemen, if you have not heard of Stacy Trasancos, you're welcome. An Atheist Chemist turned Catholic theologian and philosopher, Stacy is a phenomenal woman on the pursuit of truth and willing to spend her life trying to find it. In this Episode I dig deep and look to see if quantum physics is the scientific communities version of God of the gaps, does it answer all of life's questions or does it fall short. Listen in to this brilliant conversation and find out!! ALSO get involved!! Evangelion is aiming to change this nation to help them find Christ, if that's something you want to help with drop a line and lets go for a coffee Contact us at: www.evangelion.co.nz See more from Stacy at: https://stacytrasancos.substack.com/

Author William West joins us to unpack the enduring mystery of the Shroud of Turin and the inspiration behind his latest book. Together, we explore the deep questions his work raises—about faith, evidence, and the hunger for spiritual meaning in today’s skeptical world. 💭 What does the Shroud offer modern believers? 🔍 Why does this ancient relic continue to captivate hearts and minds? 📖 And how do we speak about sacred mystery in a culture obsessed with certainty? 🎟️ Want to get involved with the Evangelion Mission go to: www.evangelion.co.nz 🧬 Explore Fr. Dalton’s research and Shroud studies here: https://othonia.org Buy William wests new book: https://amzn.asia/d/5TBYVsq 🔔 Subscribe for more Catholic content at the intersection of faith, reason, and wonder.

The Shroud of Turin: What It Reveals About Jesus | w/ Vatican Expert Fr. Andrew Dalton What is the Shroud of Turin—and why does it still captivate scientists, skeptics, and believers alike? In this episode of Curiously Catholic, I sit down with Fr. Andrew Dalton, a Vatican-recognized expert on the Shroud, to explore its history, mystery, and meaning for us today. 🔥 Why does the Shroud matter in a modern world? 🧬 What does it reveal about Christ’s Passion and Resurrection? 🎟️ Want to see Fr. Dalton live in New Zealand? Book your tickets here: www.evangelion.co.nz 📖 Learn more about Fr. Dalton’s work and the Shroud: https://othonia.org 🔔 Subscribe for more conversations at the intersection of science, faith, and mystery.

Title: Big Things Coming at Evangelion + Can You Manifest Your Way to Heaven? Blurb: Things are heating up at Evangelion! 🔥 🎙️ We’ve got 5 powerful podcast interviews in the pipeline and 3 major tours/events in the works over the next two years—so stay tuned. But let’s talk deeper: 👉 How much control do we really have over our lives? 👉 Can we manifest our destiny—or our salvation? I share some personal thoughts on grace, freedom, and what it really takes to get to Heaven. Subscribe to follow the journey—both ours and yours. #EvangelionNZ #CuriouslyCatholic #FaithAndDestiny #CatholicPodcast

Lawyer. Teacher. Apologist. Robert Haddad has spent decades on the frontlines of faith and reason. In this episode, I sit down with Robert to hear his incredible journey—from the courtroom to the classroom—and explore how Catholics today can boldly and charitably defend the faith. We also dive into his book “Defend the Faith,” breaking down practical ways to answer tough questions and stand firm in a secular age. 🛡️ Get inspired. Get equipped. And learn how to speak truth with confidence. 📚 Subscribe for more interviews, insights, and tools for living and sharing your Catholic faith. More info: www.roberthaddadcatholicapologist.com/robert-haddad-biography insta @drrobertmhaddad Youtube @roberthaddad7850 ​

Another Speaker coming to the Divine Mercy Conference in May, Fr Chris Alar and Marian Father dedicated to the immaculate heart and message of divine Mercy talks with me about Divine Mercy, not just as a devotion but as a mind set, prayer as not just words spoken but training for spiritual warfare. He talks about the F.I.N.C.H. protocol and ABC of Divine mercy. To see Fr Chris in person go to: https://divinemercyconference2025.co.nz/ For more from Fr Chris check out: Youtube: @DivineMercy_Official Spotify: Explaining the Fatih with Fr Chris Alar For more from me check out: Youtube: @curiouslycatholic Insta: @evangelion_nz TikTok: @curiouslycatholic Substack: curiouslycatholic.substack.com Spotify: Curiously Catholic

In this episode I talk with Pat Barett about the upcoming Divine Mercy conference, and he cracks open the heart of Jesus' Divine Mercy for us and shows us that this is much more than merely a set of prayers. https://www.divinemercyconference2025.co.nz/ More info on: instagram @evangelion_nz Spotify Curiously Catholic TikTok @curiouslycatholic