Dr. Karlo

In this episode, Karlo Broussard responds to Gavin Ortlund by defending Marian prayer and the Catholic practice of invoking the saints.

In this episode, Karlo Broussard responds to thinkers like Richard Dawkins and Christopher Hitchens, challenging the claim that evolution’s randomness eliminates the need for God by showing that chance actually presupposes an underlying order or design. Drawing on classical philosophy and Thomas Aquinas, I argue that evolutionary processes can fit within divine providence, rather than undermine it.

A lively dive into James 2:24 and the debate over faith, works, and justification. The discussion tackles the claim that 'justified' means only vindication before people. It explores Abraham’s example and how works relate to grace-enabled righteousness. The episode teases further exploration of how faith becomes saving and not merely apparent.

Dr. Karlo features a crossover conversation unpacking the biblical case for baptism’s role in salvation, responding to common objections and highlighting its connection to forgiveness, new life, and union with Christ.

Are the Gospel accounts of Jesus’ miracles reliable history—or later legend? In this video, we explore ancient sources, skeptical critics, and historical criteria to uncover whether Jesus’ reputation as a miracle worker stands up to serious scrutiny.

Does James White’s appeal to Hebrews 10:14 really disprove the Catholic claim that the Mass is the same sacrifice as Calvary? In this episode, Karlo Broussard breaks down his argument and show how shifting definitions of “perfection” actually undermine his case and reveal a deeper harmony between Scripture and the Catholic understanding of the Mass.

Does the Rosary violate Jesus’ warning against “vain repetition”? Karlo explores how the Rosary, rightly understood, draws us deeper into meditation on the life of Christ.

If Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross is fully sufficient, does purgatory contradict it—or reveal how its power is applied? In this episode, Karlo Broussard breaks down the “ultimate insult” objection and show how Scripture and theology point to purgatory as participation in Christ’s work, not a denial of it.

Karlo Broussard explains how Paul the Apostle in 1 Corinthians critiques worldly “wisdom,” not philosophy itself, drawing on Thomas Aquinas to show that reason rightly used can still lead to God.

Does 1 Corinthians 4:6—“Do not go beyond what is written”—undermine the Catholic appeal to Sacred Tradition? In this episode, I show why the context of Paul's writings and the broader New Testament actually point the other way, revealing that apostolic teaching was handed on both in writing and by word of mouth.