Godsplaining
Dominican Friars Province of St. Joseph
Welcome to Godsplaining: Each week Dominican friars tackle the questions that keep you up at night—faith, doubt, culture, philosophy, theology, and real life. Expect clear Catholic answers, big ideas, and conversations that spark “aha” moments without (too much) jargon. Whether you’re a cradle Catholic who loves Thomas Aquinas or just curious, pull up a chair and think deeper with us. New episodes every Thursday—subscribe now.
Episodes
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Sep 21, 2023 • 31min
216 - Engaging with Transgender Ideology
The hosts discuss the impact of the abortion debate on the National March for Life and reflections on transgender ideology, highlighting the need for open debate and engagement. They also explore the discomfort in adolescence and the influence of social media on insecurities about appearance. The podcast discusses Archbishop Cochlea as an example of someone hosting a dialogue about transgender ideology well and explores the ideology's impact on fundamental institutions, emphasizing the importance of prayer and support.
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Sep 18, 2023 • 32min
Guestsplaining 058: Jason Evert
Guestsplaining 058: Jason Evert
Join Fr. Patrick Briscoe and Fr. Gregory Pine on this episode of Guestsplaining as they welcome Jason Evert to the show.
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Shop Books Written by the Friars
St. Dominic's Way of Life: https://www.amazon.com/Saint-Dominics...
Prudence: Choose Confidently, Live Boldly: https://www.amazon.com/Prudence-Choos...
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To learn more about the Province of St. Joseph visit: www.opeast.org
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Sep 14, 2023 • 32min
215 - Cringey Catholicism
Join Fr. Gregory Pine and Fr. Joseph-Anthony Kress as they discuss cringey aspects of Catholicism. They explore cringeworthy behavior in popular shows, the balance of precision and reverence in serving at Mass, and the importance of social grace and awareness in Catholic practices.
Sep 7, 2023 • 31min
214 - Evangelization Fails
The hosts share hilarious cooking and evangelization fails, including cockroach-infested carrot cake. They discuss the radical shift in perspective that evangelization requires and the responsibility of Christians to learn from their mistakes. They emphasize the importance of recognizing belonging to the body of Christ and nurturing a personal relationship with Jesus in evangelization. The podcast also highlights the qualities of a mature and humble evangelist.
Sep 4, 2023 • 44min
Guestsplaining 057: Sr. Jane Dominic Laurel, O.P.
Guestsplaining 057: Sr. Jane Dominic Laurel, O.P.
Join Fr. Bonaventure Chapman and Fr. Gregory Pine as they welcome Sr. Jane Dominic Laurel to the show for our newest installment of Guestsplaining.
Support the Podcast
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/godsplaining
Shop our store: https://godsplaining.bigcartel.com/
Shop Books Written by the Friars
St. Dominic's Way of Life: https://www.amazon.com/Saint-Dominics...
Prudence: Choose Confidently, Live Boldly: https://www.amazon.com/Prudence-Choos...
Connect on Social Media
Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/godsplaining/
Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/godsplaining...
Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/godsplaining
To learn more about the Province of St. Joseph visit: www.opeast.org
To support the Province of St. Joseph visit: www.dominicanfriars.org
Resources from the Nashville Dominicans
Praying as a Family: https://www.nashvilledominican.org/bookstore/short-guide-praying-family/
TV Series on Praying as a Family https://ondemand.ewtn.com/paid/Home/Series/catalog/video/en/praying-as-a-family---season-1
www.nashvilledominican.org
Sep 2, 2023 • 34min
Bonus 073 - St. Dominic and the Rosary
The hosts reflect on their podcast's 10th anniversary and their favorite moments. They discuss the transformative effects of St. Dominic's project and its influence on their priesthood. They share their experience connecting with students at a conference and emphasize the importance of friendship. The origins of the Dominican Order and the upcoming Rosary pilgrimage in Washington, D.C., are also discussed.
Aug 31, 2023 • 31min
213 - Living Well in the Modern City
The podcast discusses the challenges of living in a modern city, including the lack of community and engagement, as well as the benefits such as excitement and opportunities. It also explores the balance between work and domestic life, and offers practical tips for living intentionally in the city.
Aug 24, 2023 • 32min
212 - How to Criticize the Church
The podcast discusses the importance of balanced criticism and judgment within the context of the church, emphasizing the need for a balanced approach. It explores the modality of criticism in our culture and highlights the significance of pursuing holiness as Christians. The speakers also address the importance of facing the reality of the church, promoting reform, and critiquing the church with gentleness, generosity, and truth.
Aug 21, 2023 • 35min
Guestplaining 056 - Dr. Edward Sri on the Importance of Prayer
Dr. Edward Sri, an expert on prayer, discusses the challenges of marriage and the importance of prayer in personal transformation and relationships. They explore the meaning behind offerings in prayer and the dynamics of prayer as a lover-beloved relationship. They also introduce a new book and resources on prayer, including reflections on saints and Catholic spirituality.
Aug 17, 2023 • 27min
Episode 211: Do My Prayers Change God’s Mind?
The hosts discuss their favorite board games. They explore whether prayers can change God's mind. They talk about how God reveals himself and the role of prayer in his plan. They explain the promises and liberating nature of prayer.


