Discussions, teachings, and interviews on popular culture, trending topics, news, and more through Jesus and the Catholic faith. AMDG! Follow us on Instagram @purposelycatholic
Purposely Catholic
Claim This Podcastby Khalil Hattar and Bobby Fredricksen
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Discussions, teachings, and interviews on popular culture, trending topics, news, and more through Jesus and the Catholic faith. AMDG! Follow us on Instagram @purposelycatholic
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June 6, 2026
Fulton Sheen’s Warning to the Modern World | Ep. 103
<p>In this episode of Purposely Catholic, Bobby Fredericksen and Khalil Hattar are joined by Dr. Peter Howard, founder of the Fulton Sheen Institute. They explore the life, legacy, and ongoing canonization of Archbishop Fulton Sheen, emphasizing his relevance in today's technological and cultural challenges. Dr. Peter Howard shares insights into Sheen's influence, the significance of his beatification, and how his teachings can inspire modern faith and culture.👉 SACRAMENTAL MASCULINITY https://sacramentalmasculinity.com/👉 LINKSReserve your spot on the beatification pilgrimage: https://fultonsheenmovement.com/pilgrimage-registerLearn more about the Fulton Sheen Institute: https://fultonsheeninstitute.com/home</p>
April 2, 2026
How Chris Pratt, Mark Wahlberg & Gwen Stefani Are Bringing People Back to God | Ep. 102
<p>Hallow hit #1 in the App Store on Ash Wednesday — beating ChatGPT, Five Guys, and some of the biggest apps in the world. But for Taylor Buckley, Director of Partnerships at Hallow, the number wasn't the point. It was the one person who might open the app for the very first time and finally talk to God.In this episode, Bobby Fredericksen and Khalil Hattar sit down with Taylor for a behind-the-curtain look at how the most downloaded Catholic prayer app in the world actually works — from selecting celebrity partners like Chris Pratt, Mark Wahlberg, Gwen Stefani, and Jonathan Roumie, to crafting Pray 40 challenges months in advance, to the real reason haters don't bother her anymore.Taylor also shares what's coming up on Hallow for Holy Week and Easter with content featuring Mark Wahlberg and Lauren Daigle.If you've ever wondered what it looks like to build something truly beautiful for the Kingdom, this one's for you.Chapters00:00 Intro00:27 Hallow Hits #1 on the App Store — Beating ChatGPT on Ash Wednesday03:38 What People Are Actually Searching For in the Hallow App08:40 How to Re-Engage Your Prayer Life for Holy Week09:58 Jonathan Roumie in the Holy Land — Before Filming The Chosen Crucifixion16:52 Responding to Critics — Subscriptions, Celebrities & Trolls22:07 Why Chris Pratt, Mark Wahlberg & Gwen Stefani Actually Do This26:53 How Hallow Finds and Vets Celebrity Partners49:26 Tips for Catholic Content Creators54:04 Easter Challenge ft. Lauren Daigle — What's Next After Holy Week55:49 Rapid Fire Questions✴️ 👉 Download Hallow (Free Trial): https://hallow.com✴️ 👉 Follow Hallow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/hallow_app______________</p><p>✴️ 👉 SUBSCRIBE TO PURPOSELY CATHOLICiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/purposely-catholic/id1732787702Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0N50YIMnIbcdsW9RRUPC7DYouTube: https://youtube.com/@PurposelyCatholic?sub_confirmation=1✴️ 👉 FOLLOW PURPOSELY CATHOLIChttps://instagram.com/purposelycatholic/http://facebook.com/purposelycatholic/______________#Hallow #CatholicApp #HolyWeek #PurposelyCatholic #Lent #ChrisPratt #MarkWahlberg #JonathanRoumie #Pray40 #CatholicPodcast #laurendaigle</p>
March 7, 2026
Get to know GK Chesterton w/ Dale Ahlquist | Ep. 102
<p>In this episode, Bobby and Khalil are joined by Dale Ahlquist.They go into the life and works of GK Chesterton, exploring his relevance in today's world, his prophetic insights, and his joyful approach to life. They discuss Chesterton's views on paradox, education, localism, and spirituality, as well as his legacy and the ongoing efforts towards his sainthood. The conversation highlights the importance of wonder, joy, and gratitude in the Christian life, drawing connections between Chesterton's thoughts and contemporary issues.</p><p>Chapters00:00 Introduction to GK Chesterton02:13 The Relevance of Chesterton Today04:41 Chesterton's Prophetic Insights06:56 Paradox and Faith09:43 The Importance of Wonder12:24 Chesterton's Joyful Approach to Life15:08 Chesterton's Spiritual Life and Devotions28:29 Exploring Chesterton's Biography30:45 The Chesterton Academy Approach to Education33:48 The Importance of Critical Thinking in Education36:13 Localism and Economic Principles✴️ 👉 Books: https://ignatius.com/i-also-had-my-hour-ahhp/#purposelycatholic ____________________________________________________✴️ 👉 SUBSCRIBE TO PURPOSELY CATHOLICiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/purposely-catholic/id1732787702Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0N50YIMnIbcdsW9RRUPC7D?si=tuX9k80NTzScRUrzg1GV_gYouTube: https://youtube.com/@PurposelyCatholic?sub_confirmation=1✴️ 👉 FOLLOW PURPOSELY CATHOLIChttps://instagram.com/purposelycatholic/http://facebook.com/purposelycatholic/</p>
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