Pints With Aquinas From Witchcraft to Jesus Christ (Shayne Smith) | Ep. 576
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Apr 27, 2026 
Shayne Smith, comedian and convert to Catholicism who left occult practices behind, shares his journey from tarot and Satanist activism to faith. He talks about translating conversion into comedy, performing for mixed audiences, encounters with the Pope, online backlash, and why Catholicism is drawing seekers today.
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Respond To Protestants With Yes And More
- Matt Fradd and Shayne recommend Catholics respond to Protestants with humility and a Yes-And approach: affirm shared experiences then explain the 'more' Catholicism offers.
- Shayne emphasizes being ecumenical and saying, We're with you, and there's more here.
Hard Teachings Make Catholicism Attractive
- Shayne argues one reason people convert is Protestantism stopped asking believers to do hard things, while Catholicism still demands practices like sexual discipline and permanence in marriage.
- He suggests young people are attracted to traditions that call for real sacrifice.
Do Chores Joyfully Not Begrudgingly
- Shayne models marital service: he tries to immediately help his pregnant wife with tasks but recognizes the need to do so joyfully, not resentfully.
- He recommends examining attitude: doing chores is good, but do them with a willing, joyful heart.