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Author: Frs. Max and Joseph

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On this podcast, Fathers Max and Joseph of the Roman Catholic Church, sit/stand and discuss the Christian philosophical and theological traditions. Our hope is to bring you, our audience, to an encounter with the all encompassing Person comprising the beauty, truth, and goodness of the Church. 

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In this episode of the Logos Podcast, Fr. Max and Fr. Joseph sit down with Cameron Fradd for a conversation on motherhood, spiritual warfare, and the deeper meaning of sacrifice. Drawing from her own life as a wife and mother, Cameron reflects on the hidden suffering that often accompanies motherhood and how it reveals something profound about the Christian life. What does it mean for a mother to live the words of Christ — “This is my body, given for you”? And how can women confront the lie...
What does it mean to become a student of culture? In this episode of the Logos Podcast, Fr. Joseph and Fr. Max introduce a new initiative called Students of Culture — a community for people who want to read the signs of the times, think deeply about the world around them, and discover the truth, goodness, and beauty present even in contemporary culture. Drawing inspiration from the Church’s tradition and the thought of Pope St. Paul VI, they explain how Christians are called not to retreat fr...
In this episode of Logos Podcast, we sit down with Dominican friar Father Gregory Pine to talk about the power of speech, sins of the tongue, and why our words matter more than we think. Drawing from his book Training the Tongue: Growing Beyond Sins of Speech, Father Gregory explores: • Is it ever okay to use cuss words? • What counts as taking God’s name in vain? • Can we become overly scrupulous about speech? • The spiritual danger of “locker room talk” culture • The forgotten power of sile...
The Nature of Penance

The Nature of Penance

2026-02-1356:52

What is penance, really? Is it just giving up chocolate for Lent — or is it something much deeper? In this episode of the Logos Podcast, Father Max and Father Joseph unpack the true meaning of penance: not just as a Lenten practice, but as a virtue, a sacrament, and a lifelong conversion of heart. Drawing from St. Thomas Aquinas, St. John Paul II, and the rich Catholic tradition, they explore metanoia, the Sacrament of Confession, satisfaction for sins, fasting, mortification, and the powerfu...
Comedian Egan sits down to talk stand-up comedy, Catholic faith, guilt, confession, and what it’s like bombing on stage, living on a sailboat, and accidentally turning your life into material. From growing up Catholic in New Orleans to doing comedy in LA and Austin, this episode dives into Catholic humor, stand-up comedy stories, faith and comedy, near-death experiences, Japan, and why being honest is funnier than being perfect. Connect with us here: Website: http://www.logos-podcast.com/ Spo...
What is the relationship between creativity and virginity? In this Logos Podcast episode, Fr. Joseph shares a powerful retreat talk given to Catholic creatives, artists, and content creators, exploring the concept of virginity as a way of seeing — a virginal gaze rooted in contemplation, detachment, and love. Drawing from the writings of Monsignor Luigi Giussani, this talk challenges modern assumptions about creativity, possession, control, and productivity. Instead, it proposes a radically ...
Why are young Catholics returning to tradition? In this episode of Logos Podcast, we sit down with Bishop Fernandes to unpack what tradition really means — not nostalgia, not ideology, but living memory handed down through the Church. We discuss Tradition with a capital T versus tradition with a small t, the cultural burnout driving people back to the Church, the danger of rigid traditionalism, and why beauty, ritual, and liturgy still matter in a fragmented modern world. This conversation ex...
In this live episode of the Logos Podcast, recorded at SEEK 2026, Father Max and Father Joseph take on the misunderstood topic of Catholic guilt. What is it really? Is guilt something harmful to be avoided, or a necessary part of the Christian life? Drawing from Scripture, Church teaching, personal experience, and pastoral ministry, the conversation explores the difference between healthy conviction and destructive scrupulosity, the role of conscience, and how guilt can actually be a gift of ...
Our annual Christmas episode this year is on Angelic Knowledge. Central question: Did the Angels know God's plan of salvation for humanity? Support the show
We are going to Seek! In this episode we reminisce on the beautiful universality of our Church and the time Fr. Max was skating on ice and almost ate it. See you at Seek! Support the show
In this episode of Logos Podcast, Fr. Max and Fr. Joseph dive deep into Rocco Buttiglione’s chapter on Modernity’s Alternative and explore how Our Lady of Guadalupe reveals the ultimate Christian claim: being is good. We trace the drama of Mesoamerican religion, human sacrifice, the collapse of a symbolic world after the Spanish conquest, and why evangelization initially failed — until a pregnant woman appeared on Tepeyac. This conversation unpacks: • Why the Noahic covenant matters more than...
What is actually behind accusations of hate speech? Fr. Max and Fr. Joseph discuss whether it's driven by genuine hatred—or by deeper personal guilt and interior conflict. Website: http://www.logos-podcast.com/ Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3PCPWBvNcAbptX17PzlC2x?si=BkEHS4vGSf-xmMlDFcpZ2Q Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/logos-podcast/id1560191231 YouTube: https://youtube.com/@logospodxast?si=RaYkZAfLKea2kBtZ Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/logospodxast Patreo...
In this episode, Fr. John Burns joins Logos Podcast for a powerful conversation on the Church as the Bride, the heart of religious life, and why the nuptial mystery is the key to understanding our identity in Christ. We explore the meaning of the Bridegroom, the role of religious sisters, masculinity and vulnerability before God, and how the Friends of the Bridegroom ministry is renewing devotion in the Church today. If you’ve ever wrestled with what belonging to God really means, or why Scri...
In this episode of Logos Podcast, Fr. Max and Fr. Joseph sit down with musician Andrew Bishop — bass player for the band the Red Clay Strays and a close friend of ours — to talk about touring, faith, and music. From fixing broken tour buses in Colorado to playing international stages and appearing on The Joe Rogan Experience, Andrew shares what it means to live out your Catholic faith in the music industry, navigate fame, and stay grounded in brotherhood. Connect with Logos! Web...
We’ve forgotten how to see reality as sacred. Dr. Andrew Willard Jones, from New Polity, reveals the Catholic vision that once united heaven and earth, and why reclaiming it changes everything. Connect with us here: Website: http://www.logos-podcast.com/ Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/3PCPWBvNcAbptX17PzlC2x?si=BkEHS4vGSf-xmMlDFcpZ2Q Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/logos-podcast/id1560191231 YouTube: https://youtube.com/@logospodxast?si=RaYkZAfLKea2kBtZ...
In this episode of Logos Podcast, Fr. Max and Fr. Joseph dive deep into the meaning of the Old Law and the New Law — drawing from Scripture, the Church Fathers, and St. Thomas Aquinas. Is the God of the Old Testament different from the God of the New Testament? Did Jesus come to abolish the law, or to fulfill it? And why does St. Thomas say the New Law is actually more demanding than the Old? Together, the priests unpack the Torah, the Ten Commandments, the sacrificial system, and the...
In this episode of Logos Podcast, Fathers Max and Joseph dive into Justin Bieber’s song “Dad’s Love” and uncover a surprising depth behind the pop star’s words. From explicit tracks to unexpected prayers for unity, Bieber’s album becomes a springboard for a profound conversation about the longing in every human heart. We explore: Why Bieber’s heart—like ours—was made for communion with GodJesus’ high priestly prayer for unity in John 17The radical nature of Christian brotherhood and what real...
Discover the powerful story behind Triumph of the Heart, which debuts September 12th, 2025, a film inspired by St. Maximilian Kolbe. Join Logos Podcast as we sit down with filmmaker Anthony to explore his journey into cinema, the art of filmmaking, and the deep spiritual themes behind this moving project. Learn about the production process, the moments that resonated most, and gain insight for aspiring Catholic filmmakers. https://www.triumphoftheheart.com/ Connect with Logos Podcast:...
Dr. Scott Hahn joins us to explore the meaning of sacrifice in the Bible—from the Old Testament offerings of Israel to the perfect Sacrifice of Jesus Christ. As newly ordained priests, we ask: Why is sacrifice central to our faith? How does Christ transform it? And what does Christian sacrifice look like in everyday life? Timecode: 0:00 - Introduction 0:30 - Dr. Scott Hahn 3:19 - Augustine Institute Ad 3:40 - The Notion of Sacrifice 9:40 - The Progress of Sacrifice 13:30 - T...
In this episode of Logos Podcast, Fathers Max and Joseph sit down with Dr. Christopher Blum, professor at the Augustine Institute, to unpack the deep and often unnoticed influence of secular modernity on our hearts, minds, and culture. We explore: – Why secular culture replaces worship instead of rejecting it – The dangers of replacing faith, hope, and charity with modern “virtues” – How our phones and technology curate a false version of freedom – What John Paul II, Ratzinger, and the Catho...
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