The Conor Gallagher Show

Host Conor Gallagher sits down with Dr. Rob Warren, a retired IRS investigator and current professor of accounting at Radford University. With decades of experience in forensic accounting, Dr. Warren is a leading expert in uncovering financial misconduct—particularly within religious institutions, including the Catholic Church.Through gripping real-life cases, Dr. Warren unpacks the mechanics of fraud, the mindset behind it, and the financial blind spots in many parishes. They delve into The Fraud Triangle, analyze shocking scandals like those of Fr. John Mattingly and Cardinal McCarrick, and tackle tough questions: Should priests return to ministry after financial misconduct? Does clerical privilege exist in the courtroom?But this isn’t just about scandal. As Dr. Warren explains, the goal is redemptive: to strengthen the Church, ensure accountability, and protect its mission.This episode is a must-listen for anyone concerned with transparency, financial integrity, and the future of the Church.CHAPTERS(0:00) Coming Up / Introduction(4:14) Rob Warren’s Background(6:24) How Did You Get Into This?(14:16) Why Talk About This?(16:51) The Fraud Triangle(21:15) Priests’ Salaries and Allowances(24:56) Pressure in the Parish(36:46) Examples and Stories(40:51) Why Do They Do It?(58:46) Is the Court System Easier or Harder on Priests?(1:10:52) Sexual Scandals(1:18:21) Young Man Defends His Pastor(1:23:37) The Curious Case of Fr. John Mattingly(1:31:31) The Cardinal McCarrick Scandal(1:34:09) Archbishop Rembert Weakland Blackmail Case(1:38:18) Internal Controls: How Do We Help Priests?(1:58:01) Demographics / Trends Amongst These Issues(2:08:30) The Third Secret of Fatima?(2:10:46) Priests Living Alone(2:13:49) Does This Dampen Your Faith?(2:14:59) The Problem of Transparency(2:23:01) Good News Regarding Financial Management(2:26:37) EWTN News and the Satanic Temple(2:30:41) Two Areas of Research: Priest Fraud and Federal Tax Gap(2:41:36) Final Advice to Priests, Parish Councils, Committees, and DiocesesBe Sure to Subscribe to The Conor Gallagher Show!#Catholic #Faith #Podcast #ForensicAccounting #ChurchFinance #Transparency #Spirituality #ConorGallagherShow

In this episode of The Conor Gallagher Show, Conor sits down with Jason Craig, author of The Liturgy of the Land: Cultivating a Catholic Homestead, to explore the profound connections between faith, fatherhood, and homesteading. They discuss what it truly means to live in harmony with the land, how industrialization disrupted the natural order of life, and why reclaiming traditional family structures is essential for rebuilding society.Jason shares his insights on fatherhood as the foundation of a thriving culture, the invention of youth culture, and why young families should embrace the challenges of raising children. He also reflects on his conversion to Catholicism and explains why preparedness is not about fear, but a necessary virtue.This thought-provoking conversation challenges modern assumptions about work, family, and what it means to live a truly fulfilling life.Like, Subscribe, and Follow The Conor Gallagher Show on your favorite podcast platform.GET THE BOOKS:The Liturgy of the Land: Cultivating a Catholic Homestead:https://bit.ly/43YHPCqThe Traditional Virtues According to St. Thomas Aquinas: A Study for Menhttps://bit.ly/3Y3XH2GABOUT JASON CRAIGJason M. Craig lives and works on a small dairy farm in Western North Carolina. He is the co-founder of Fraternus, founding editor of Sword & Spade magazine, and author of Leaving Boyhood Behind. He holds a master’s degree from the Augustine Institute—and he may or may not claim his family invented bourbon.CHAPTERS(0:00) Trailer and Introduction(3:30) What is a Homestead?(5:30) Butter and Dairy Cows(7:12) “But You Didn’t Make Blood Sausage”(18:00) Beekeeping(19:25) Handling Animals with Dignity(28:30) Farmer vs. Homesteader(30:00) The Economic Home Unit(33:15) Producing vs. Consuming(40:52) “We Don’t Need Leaders, We Need Fathers”(56:09) Why Our Kids Aren’t Catholic(1:02:10) Adolescence Culture(1:11:38) Decision Fatigue(1:18:40) Jason’s Conversion Story(1:32:33) Raising Kids and Family Life(1:42:10) Culture in the Home(1:49:55) College and Adult Children(2:08:50) Preppers on the Homestead#Catholic #Faith #Fatherhood #Podcast #Homesteading #Culture #Parenting #Philosophy #ConorGallagherShow #Spirituality #Books #Saints #Scripture

In this powerful episode, Conor Gallagher sits down with Bishop Joseph Strickland for an unfiltered conversation about his removal by Pope Francis.Bishop Strickland shares his firsthand account of the events leading up to his dismissal, the moment he was told he was being removed, and how he has responded in faith. He reflects on the broader implications of his removal—what it means for the Catholic Church, the role of bishops in today’s world, and how faithful Catholics should respond to challenges in the Church.In this deeply personal discussion, Bishop Strickland also speaks about his lifelong commitment to the faith, the importance of standing for truth, and the spiritual battle facing Catholics today. His insights provide a sobering yet hopeful perspective on the future of the Church.Be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Follow The Conor Gallagher Show to stay updated on future episodes and exclusive content.CHAPTERS(3:23) Introduction(6:45) Bishop Strickland Is Relieved(8:50) Finding Joy & Deep Concern for the Church(15:33) Bishop Strickland’s Vocation Story(32:31) From Management Bishop to Truth-Teller(37:30) Standing Against Opposition(40:37) Priesthood & the Loss of the Sacred(43:30) The Role of Bishops Today(46:24) Speaking Out at the Bishops' Meeting(50:27) Truth vs. Obedience(56:32) Conflict with the Vatican Begins(59:00) Warnings from Rome: "Cool It"(1:01:02) Pope Francis and Ambiguity(1:19:47) Whose Duty Is It to Question the Pope?(1:32:46) Bishop Strickland Refuses to Resign(1:41:32) The Church Today: In the World & Of the World(1:59:11) How Far Is Too Far?(2:26:27) The Modern Church(2:31:57) Latin Mass & Tradition(2:44:58) The Sacred Pause(2:53:55) Strickland’s Devotion to Saints & Miracles(3:13:52) Rapid Fire Questions(3:19:03) Final Thoughts#BishopStrickland #CatholicFaith #ChurchLeadership #ConorGallagherShow #CatholicTruth

In this compelling episode, Conor sits down with Paul Zucarelli to delve into Paul's extraordinary near-death experience. On Pentecost Sunday, Paul faced sudden cardiac death, enduring nine instances of cardiac arrest within two hours. During this harrowing ordeal, he encountered God and went to heaven, experiencing an overwhelming sense of unconditional love and unity with God. Paul shares vivid recollections of his faith journey, including profound locutions and the transformative impact of intercessory prayer from Paul’s son and from Bishop Thomas Olmsted. He also reflects on the emotional toll his experience had on his family, particularly his wife, Beth, who witnessed these events unfold. Together, they discuss the significance of surrender, the reality of purgatory, Divine Mercy, and the importance of embracing one's faith wholeheartedly. Listen to how this miraculous event reshaped Paul's life and deepened his commitment to living out his faith.Be sure to Like, Subscribe, or Follow The Conor Gallagher Show on your favorite podcast platform, and visit ConorGallagherShow.com to sign up for exclusive updates and offers.GET THE BOOK: https://faithunderstood.org/ABOUT PAUL ZUCARELLIPaul Zucarelli is a Catholic author and speaker who shares his extraordinary near-death experience to inspire deeper faith and trust in God. A successful businessman and devoted family man, Paul’s life took a dramatic turn when he suffered sudden cardiac death. During this time, Paul encountered God and worshipped him in heaven, experiencing an overwhelming sense of unconditional love and unity with God. His miraculous return to life left him with a profound mission: to share the reality of God's mercy, the power of prayer, and the call to take faith seriously.Through his book Faith Understood and his nationwide speaking engagements, Paul encourages others to surrender to God’s will, embrace the truth of the Catholic faith, and live with an eternal perspective. His story serves as a powerful testimony to the love of Christ and the reality of the supernatural.Episode Chapters:(0:00) Coming Up(1:23) The Story of the Death of Paul Zucarelli (13:02) Not a Judgment But Exit Interview: Did Paul See God and the Beatific Vision?(18:35) Death Can Be Terrifying, How Did Paul Experience Death and Coming Back to Life?(24:14) Experience of Unconditional Love and Union With God: Saint Bernard and Saint Teresa of Avila (31:22) Beth’s Side of the Story: What Paul Said When He Came Back (34:00) Paul Dies 9 Times with 8 Cardiac Arrests in 2 Hours (38:24) Paul’s Family Had to Watch Him Die (42:24) Enter the Holy Spirit: The Climax of the Story(46:33) Bishop Thomas Olmsted’s Intercession (51:17) The Power of Prayer: Joining of Natural and Supernatural in Intercessory Prayer (1:01:46) Why You: Who Do You Want Me To Be? Paul’s Faith Journey(1:22:44) Beth’s Background and Faith Journey (1:28:57) Paul’s Locutions: Surrender and Abandonment (1:44:14) Burning Sensation: Purgatory and the Seriousness of Venial Sin (1:53:02) Do Not Fear Death or Judgment (1:58:10) How is Life Different Now After All of This?(2:01:57) Follow Divine Promptings of the Spirit and Experience Heaven on Earth

Tim and Conor sit down to discuss Conor’s popular book, Parenting for Eternity: A Guide to Raising Children in Holy Mother Church. They explore the essential question at the heart of Catholic parenting: How do we raise our children with eternity in mind?Together, they dive into key themes from the book, including the importance of creating a vision for parenting, the role of suffering in raising holy children, whether a deeper focus on eternity would lead to more or fewer kids, and why caring for both body and soul now is essential preparation for the life to come.They consider parenting through the lens of the Four Last Things—Death, Judgment, Hell, and Heaven—highlighting why Catholic parents must raise saints by preparing their children for their ultimate destiny. From teaching kids to think about death in a healthy way to the Church Fathers’ insights on death, the power of the Rosary, and the reality of Hell, this conversation is a wake-up call for parents to instill both the aversion to sin and the hope of Heaven in their children. Be sure to Like, Subscribe, or Follow The Conor Gallagher Show on your favorite podcast platform, and visit ConorGallagherShow.com to sign up for exclusive updates and offers.#Catholic #philosophy #podcast #parenting #family #spirituality #books #publishing #saints #culture #scripture #faith #ConorGallagherShow #CSGGET THE BOOKParenting For Eternity:https://bit.ly/3EH1Ti9Glories of Heaven:https://bit.ly/3QonmipMeditations on Death: https://bit.ly/415UPTLThe Dogma of Hell: https://bit.ly/4gNcmpHThe Four Last Things:https://bit.ly/4b4JmZiCHAPTERS(0:00) Coming Up(1:06) Reverse Engineering Parenting: Create A Vision(3:50) What is Parenting For Eternity and Why Did Conor Write the Book(12:52) If More Parents Thought About Eternity, Would There Be More or Less Kids?(18:25) Why We Take Care of the Body and Soul Now(23:00) Death: Parents Talk to Your Children About Death and Prepare For Death(28:21) Church Father's Stories of Death Experiences, Mortification, and White Torture(37:00) The Rosary as a Means of Preparation For Death(41:54) Judgement: How Are You Preparing Your Child For Eternal Judgment?(48:48) Hell: A Healthy Fear of Hell is Healthy(55:17) Heaven: Teach Your Children to Strive for Heaven(1:07:31) The Glories of Heaven and the Glorified Body

Fr. Sebastian Walshe, O.Praem, a Norbertine Canon and author, shares fascinating insights about St. John the Baptist, whom he argues was the true high priest of Israel, contrasting him with Caiaphas and Annas. They discuss John's unique vocation, his connection to Old Testament figures, and his pivotal role in salvation history. Walshe also explores themes of martyrdom, marriage sanctity, and the significance of John's baptism, reinterpreting it as a profound act of transfer between sin and redemption.

Are UFOs real? Is belief in aliens compatible with the Catholic Church’s teaching? If alien existence is confirmed would that undermine the Catholic faith? What does the Church say about non-human intelligence? In this fascinating episode, Conor sits down with Dr. Paul Thigpen, Catholic theologian and author, to explore the intersection of faith, UFOs, and the supernatural. Conor and Paul discuss everything from WWII Foo Fighter sightings to modern-day UAP whistleblowers, how to discern credible UFO reports, are alleged encounters with aliens simply a form of demonic deception, the Vatican’s response to extraterrestrial life, Saints, theologians, and the concept of non-human intelligence, the impact of discovering alien life on our faith, to would you baptize and ordain an alien?Paul Thigpen, PhD is an internationally known speaker, best-selling author, and award-winning journalist. He has published more than sixty books, including Manual for Spiritual Warfare, Saints Who Saw Hell, and The Rapture Trap and Extraterrestrial Intelligence and the Catholic Faith: Are We Alone in the Universe with God and the Angels? In addition, he has published more than five hundred journal and magazine articles in more than forty religious and secular periodicals. His work has been circulated worldwide and translated into sixteen languages. Paul graduated summa cum laude from Yale University with a BA in Religious Studies. Awarded the Woodruff, Javitz, and Salvatori Fellowships for graduate study, he earned an MA and PhD in historical theology from Emory University. In 2008, Paul was appointed by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops to their National Advisory Council. He has also served the Church as a university theology professor, historian, apologist, catechist, and musician.Whether you're a believer, skeptic, or just curious, this discussion will challenge your perspectives on the universe, faith, and the mysteries of alien life.Be sure to Like, Subscribe, or Follow The Conor Gallagher Show on your favorite podcast platform, and visit ConorGallagherShow.com to sign up for exclusive updates and offers.dARTICLESAliens and the Catholic Church - https://bit.ly/3Q5ErgPGET THE BOOKExtraterrestrial Intelligence and the Catholic Church: Are We Alone in the Universe with God and the Angels? - https://bit.ly/414MbWQPREVIOUS DISCUSSIONETI and the Catholic Church? An Interview with Dr. Paul Thigpen - https://bit.ly/4hncRb5CHAPTERS:(0:00) Coming Up(1:22) Introduction(2:44) What Are These Drones?(9:11) Testimonies of Pilots(11:24) How to Tell Authentic and Credible Testimony(15:29) World War II "Foo Fighter" UFO Sightings(19:45) Non-Human Biologics and Whistle-Blowers(25:49) Why Write a Catholic Book on Aliens and Paul’s Personal Encounters(32:10) Is it Contrary to Catholic Teaching to Believe in Other Non-Human/Non-Angelic Intelligence?(34:07) It’s All Demons! Replies to Objections(39:05) Saint Jerome and Saint Augustine Believed in Non-Human Intelligence(47:50) Catholicism and the Science of the Day(52:25) Thomas Aquinas, Blessed Anne Catherine Emmerich, Padre Pio, Pope John Paul II(1:01:55) Whether This Activity is Just PsyOps - Psychological Operations(1:04:57) Vatican’s Response to Extraterrestrials (1:12:10) What Happened at Roswell?(1:15:55) Zimbabwe and Australia Kids See UFOs and NHI(1:23:40) Invoking and Summoning NHI(1:35:10) Skinwalker Ranch and Paul’s Experience with Exorcism Ministry(1:41:05) Ultraterrestrials, History of Science and Scientific Revolutions(1:50:21) The Orbs Phenomenon and Symbolism(2:03:00) New Scientific Revolution Coming(2:09:20) Would the Confirmed Existence of NHI Undermine People’s Faith?(2:18:17) What Does the Catholic Church Need to Do to Prepare?(2:23:40) Would You Baptize an Alien?#Catholic #philosophy #podcast #parenting #family #spirituality #books #publishing #saints #culture #scripture #faith #ConorGallagherShow #CSG

Dr. Dan Schneider joins Conor to discuss spiritual warfare, exorcism, and staying hard to kill in the spiritual life. Dr. Schneider is a former U.S. Army helicopter pilot, Gulf War veteran, and amateur boxer, and has also worked for many years in the Catholic apostolate of deliverance and exorcism both at the diocesan level and as a founding member of Liber Christo, a movement in conjunction with Fr. Chad Ripperger, SMD which provides tools and resources for priests and laity working in the apostolate of exorcism.Conor and Dan discuss spiritual authority, rules for engagement with the demonic, angels and demons, the Blessed Virgin Mary’s power in exorcisms, the differences between minor and solemn exorcisms, the purpose of suffering, how demonic manifestation works, and how the reality of exorcisms is much different than the movies. Watch and listen to Dan’s incredible testimonies and eyewitness accounts of the liberating and healing power of God working through His priests and lay faithful.Be sure to Like, Subscribe, or Follow The Conor Gallagher Show on your favorite podcast platform, and visit ConorGallagherShow.com to sign up for exclusive updates and offers.GET THE BOOK (Use Code LIBER20 for 20% OFF)The Liber Christo Method: A Field Manual for Spiritual Combat - https://bit.ly/40TJPZvCHAPTERS:(0:00) Coming Up(0:45) Perimeter Prayer, Spiritual Authority, Rules of Engagement(4:36) Stop Messing with Demons and Come Home - Dan’s Background(9:57) What is the Role of a Person’s Sanctity in Exorcism?(14:09) Bishop, Priest, and Mandated Priest in Exorcism(21:19) The Power of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Exorcisms(24:35) How Our Lady Calls People to this Ministry(32:41) Procedure and Substance of Exorcisms(42:50) Oppression, Possession, Obsession, and Signs of Manifestation(54:33) Differences in Solemn and Minor Exorcisms(1:02:19) Are Exorcisms in Reality Similiar to the Movies?(1:07:37) The Salvific Purpose of Possessions and Suffering(1:09:36) Why Does Latin Work Better than English?(1:24:59) Can Demons Read Minds or Put Images in the Brain?(1:27:50) Demons Traffic in the Senses, Physical and Personal Vulnerabilities(1:32:39) Link Your Sufferings to the Sufferings of Christ(1:36:42) Choirs of Angels and Demons#Catholic #philosophy #podcast #parenting #family #spirituality #books #publishing #saints #culture #scripture #faith #ConorGallagherShow #CSG

Ashley Gallagher, mother of 16 and founder of the Well-Ordered Family, shares her unique parenting insights. Balancing joy and chaos, she discusses the challenges of public scrutiny and shares amusing anecdotes from family life. Ashley highlights the importance of minimalist living and fostering independence in her kids through communal tasks. The couple reveals their faith as the backbone of their marriage and family, while also offering tips on budgeting, healthy meals, and maintaining energy through exercise and nutrition.

Canonist Fr. Pius Pietrzyk, OP joins Conor to discuss the limits of authority regarding the liturgy, clergy assignments, building projects, seminary formation, and parish management. They delve into the difference between a religious superior’s authority and that of a diocesan bishop’s authority. What does it mean for a diocesan priest to be obedient to his bishop? Do religious priests ordained bishops confuse the two? And what are the three branches of government in canon law, which was largely influenced by our American system? Do bishops understand that they are merely the executive branch of Holy Mother Church and thus do not “make law”? Is there a broader agenda in the Church today? Be sure to Like, Subscribe, or Follow The Conor Gallagher Show on your favorite podcast platform, and visit ConorGallagherShow.com to sign up for exclusive updates and offers.RESOURCESGeneral Instruction of the Roman Missal (GIRM): https://bit.ly/3POjeItCode of Canon Law: https://bit.ly/3Wbo1XWCaeremoniale Episcoporum: https://bit.ly/4gPEKbEBuilt of Living Stones: https://bit.ly/3WbB5woCHAPTERS:(00:00) Coming Up(00:55) Introduction(01:46) Fr. Pius Pietrzyk, OP Background and Bio(07:50) Fr. Pius's Expertise in Canonical Issues of Authority(11:00) Do Conservative or Progressive Bishops Overstep Authority More?(11:45) Fr. James Altman and Canceled Priests(14:02) Can a Bishop Regulate What a Priest Says from the Pulpit?(15:52) Where Are the Canons on Preaching?(18:05) What Is the Canonical Process for Removing a Pastor?(21:45) How Are Pastors Transferred to Other Parishes?(24:28) The Principle of Legality and How Authority Is Exercised(25:41) The Correct Meaning of "Pastoral" and the Bishop’s Primary Goal(26:57) Can a Bishop Prohibit the Practice of Ad Orientem(31:31) How Should a Priest Respond to the Bishop and Priestly Obedience?(34:33) Can a Bishop Mandate How Holy Communion Is Distributed and Received?(38:41) Can a Bishop Tell a Pastor Not to Use Communion Rails?(43:01) Particular Law and Local Diocesan Laws(45:53) Three Types of Powers and American Constitutional Law(48:26) Abuse of Power and Arbitrary Law(49:51) When a Religious Becomes a Bishop and Confuses Obedience(53:02) Are Bishops Assigned Because of an Agenda?(54:37) Can the Distribution of Holy Communion Under Both Species Be Mandated?(59:07) What Is a Bishop’s Authority Over a Parish’s Use of Extraordinary Ministers?(1:00:43) Can a Bishop Restrict the Use of Latin Responses in the Liturgy?(1:05:10) Is the Sign of Peace Mandatory?(1:05:36) Rome’s Restriction of the Latin Mass and Papal Authority(1:10:23) The Pope Is Bound to Natural Justice(1:12:02) Understanding the Law and Force of Law(1:13:27) What Is the Bishop’s Authority Over the Latin Mass?(1:22:18) Can a Bishop Control What Kind of Vestments a Priest Wears?(1:24:08) Can a Bishop Regulate If There Is a Cross or Candles on the Altar?(1:26:06) Hermeneutic of Discontinuity and the Second Vatican Council(1:27:36) Bishop and Priestly Rights Over the Liturgy(1:29:19) The Bishop and the Liturgy at the Cathedral(1:36:02) Bishops’ Ignorance of Rubrics and the GIRM(1:38:15) Spiritual Advice to Priests(1:42:43) Break(1:43:20) Recap of Liturgical and Authority Issues(1:44:10) Who Has Authority Over Liturgical Law?(1:45:17) The Difference Between the Authority of Religious Superiors vs. Bishops(1:48:09) Can Bishops Control the Wearing of Cassocks and Clerical Attire?(1:50:05) Bishops' Control Over Parish Financial Management(1:54:29) The Principle of Subsidiarity and Parish Ministries(2:01:11) What Is the Bishop's Role in Building a New Church and Church Architecture?(2:08:56) Does the Bishop Have Unlimited Veto Power Over Church Construction?(2:14:26) What Authority Does a Pastor Have Over Construction and Architecture?(2:19:46) Bishop Authority and Priestly Formation(2:21:32) A Rector’s Authority, Pastoral Rights, and Removal Process(2:26:28) Bishops' Authority and Relationship to Religious Orders and Institutes(2:28:31) Can a Bishop Remove a Religious Order from His Diocese?(2:30:55) Fr. Pius Pietrzyk's Final Advice to Priests#Catholic #philosophy #podcast #parenting #family #spirituality #books #publishing #saints #culture #scripture #faith #ConorGallagherShow #CSG