Episodes 63
Avg. Duration 32m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (5)
Since Oct 2023
Latest Episode Feb 2026

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Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Consistency
100%
Hosting
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About This Podcast

Hosted by Fr. Andy Beerman and Fr. Andy Vogel, Catholicism Unwrapped discusses all things Catholic. Topics ranging from scripture and prayer habits, to what the Church teaches and why, and will include many interesting and fun facts about being Catholic!

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Recent Episodes

058 - Consolation & Desolation | Pt. 2: Discernment, Dryness, and the Voice of God

Feb 10, 2026 25m

In Part II of our Ignatian discernment series, we go deeper into the realities of consolation and desolation, drawing from the Catechism, the Ignatian spiritual exercises, and the lived experience of…

057 - Consolation & Desolation | Pt. 1

Jan 27, 2026 36m

God speaks. But not always the way we expect. In this episode of Catholicism Unwrapped, Fr. Andy & Fr. Andy dive into the Ignatian Spiritual Exercises; unpacking consolation, desolation, and…

056 - 15 Ways Contraception Broke the Modern World (Humanae Vitae, pt 4)

Jan 13, 2026 42m

In this episode, we examine the cultural consequences Pope Paul VI warned about in Humanae Vitae. From divorce, pornography, and IVF to euthanasia, declining vocations, and loss of faith, we'll…

055 - Is Birth Control Actually Pro-Woman? (Humanae Vitae, pt 3)

Dec 30, 2025 37m

What’s the real difference between Natural Family Planning and contraception; and why does the Church insist the distinction matters? In Part 3 of our Humanae Vitae series, the Fathers Andy dig into…

054 - What If the Church Was Right About Contraception? (Humanae Vitae, pt 2)

Dec 16, 2025 37m

Modern culture tells us that children are a right, not a gift; and that technology can fix whatever nature cannot. But what if that story is incomplete? In this episode, the Fathers Andy continue…

053 - Can You Be Wealthy and Still Go to Heaven? (Interview with Author Dan Hamlet)

Dec 02, 2025 56m

What does Jesus actually mean when He says it’s easier for a camel to pass through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the Kingdom of Heaven? In this episode, the Fathers Andy sit down…

052 - Before the Pill: What Christians Really Believed About Contraception (Humanae Vitae, pt 1)

Nov 18, 2025 22m

Every cultural revolution has a beginning. In Part One of our series on contraception, the Fathers Andy uncover the events, people, and pressure points that set the stage for one of the most defining…

051 - Who Is Israel? The Bible’s Answer to a Modern Question

Nov 04, 2025 33m

From Pharaoh’s dream to modern-day Israel, the story of God’s chosen people is one of promise, exile, and fulfillment. In this episode of Catholicism Unwrapped, the Fathers Andy explore the full…

050 - Signs of the End Times? A Catholic Look at Israel and the Rapture

Oct 21, 2025 31m

The “rapture” has gone viral again, but it’s not what the Catholic Church teaches. In this episode, the Fathers explain why, diving into what Scripture actually says about the end times, the…

049 - Where Is God When Tragedy Strikes?

Oct 07, 2025 28m

When tragedy strikes, many are left asking: “Where is God in all of this?” In this episode, the Fathers Andy address the hard question of evil and suffering in the wake of the recent Catholic school…

048 - Charlie Kirk, Martyrdom, and the Battle for Truth

Sep 23, 2025 36m

What can we really learn from the life and death of Charlie Kirk? In this episode of Catholicism Unwrapped we explore the meaning of martyrdom and why the Church teaches that there is an even higher…

047 - Hail Mary, Full of Power

Sep 09, 2025 36m

In this episode of Catholicism Unwrapped, the Fathers Andy dive into the Rosary. Where its prayers come from, why it’s such a central devotion in the Catholic faith, and the powerful role of Mary’s…

046 - Restoring What was Broken: How Christ Invites Us Into His Work of Healing

Aug 26, 2025 36m

Sin leaves behind real damage; even after forgiveness. In this episode, we unpack the Catholic teaching on reparation: why it matters, how it flows from both justice and love, and what it means to…

045 - Do Miracles Still Happen? (And How to Tell)

Aug 12, 2025 30m

Miracles are more than just extraordinary events; in the Catholic Church, they’re carefully examined, categorized, and even challenged. In this episode of Catholicism Unwrapped, we break down the…

044 - Can Catholics Believe in Aliens????

Jul 15, 2025 29m

Aliens and salvation: What if we’re not alone in the universe? In this episode, Fr. Andy and Fr. Andy explore what the Catholic Church actually says (and doesn’t say) about the possibility of…

043 - Totus Tuus

Jul 01, 2025 30m

What’s it like to spend your summer teaching kids the faith, living simply, and being stretched spiritually every single day? In this episode, the Fathers Andy sit down with a team of Totus Tuus…

042 - Saved by Grace… So Why Purgatory?

Jun 17, 2025 35m

What is Purgatory, really? Is it biblical? Is it fair? And does the Church still teach it? In this episode of Catholicism Unwrapped, we explore the scriptural roots and theological reasoning behind…

041 - Life, Death & The Illusion of Control (How the Culture of Autonomy Distorts the Meaning of Suffering and the Dignity of Life)

Jun 03, 2025 33m

The Right to Die? - Euthanasia and the Catholic Response What happens when compassion is confused with control? In this episode, we’re diving deep into the topic of euthanasia; a subject often…

040 - Pope Leo XIV: What His Name Tells Us About His Papal Priorities

May 20, 2025 33m

In this episode, we dive into the fascinating decision behind Pope Leo XIV’s choice of name and what it signals for the future of the Church. By looking back at the powerful legacy of Pope Leo XIII,…

039 - Divine Mercy Explained | Plus What You Should Know About the Next Conclave

May 06, 2025 35m

In this episode, the Fathers Andy dive into the origins and meaning of Divine Mercy, exploring its power to bring peace, especially for those who struggle with scrupulosity. Then shifting to current…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Catholicism Unwrapped have?

Catholicism Unwrapped has published 63 episodes since October 2023, covering topics in Christianity, Religion & Spirituality.

Is Catholicism Unwrapped still active?

Catholicism Unwrapped is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 32m.

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