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Andrew Willard Jones “The Two Cities: A History of Christian Politics”

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John Martignoni “Blue Collar Apologetics: How to Explain and Defend Catholic Teaching Using Common Sense, Simple Logic, and the Bible” and Christopher Malloy “False Mercy: Recent Heresies Distorting Catholic Truth”

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Fr. Thomas Dailey “Behold This Heart: St. Francis de Sales and Devotion to the Sacred Heart” and Deacon Greg Kandra “A Deacon Prays: Prayers and Devotions for Liturgy and Life

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Ryan Burge “The Nones: Where They Came From, Who They Are, and Where They Are Going”

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Robert J. Conrad Jr. “John Fisher and Thomas More: Keeping Their Souls While Losing Their Heads” and Rhonda Gruenewald “The Harvest: A Guide to Vocation Ministry in Education”

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Ken talks with Christine Watkins “The Warning: Testimonies and Prophecies of the Illumination of Conscience” (Queen of Peace Media) and John Cuddeback “True Friendship: Where Virtue Becomes Happiness” (Ignatius Press) To follow Christine and order her book: www.ChristineWatkins.com  Dr. Cuddeback’s book is available at:https://www.ignatius.com/True-Friendship-P3800.aspx  John blogs at: https://life-craft.org/

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Ken talks with Father Brian Mullady “Captivated by the Master: A Theological Consideration of Jesus Christ” (EWTN Publishing/Sophia Institute Press) and Father Sebastian Walshe “Always a Catholic: How to Keep Your Kids in the Faith for Life – and Bring Them Back If They Have Strayed” (Catholic Answers Press) Father Mullady’s book is available at: https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/captivated-by-the-master Father Walshe’s book is available at: https://shop.catholic.com/always-a-catholic-how-to-keep-your-kids-in-the-faith-for-life-and-bring-them-back-if-they-have-strayed-digital/  Special offer (20 copies/$100): https://shop.catholic.com/always-a-catholic-how-to-keep-your-kids-in-the-faith-for-life-and-bring-them-back-if-they-have-strayed-20-copies-for-100/

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Ken talks with Patrick Reilly The Cardinal Newman Society: The Newman Guide” Read more about The Cardinal Newman Society and guide: https://newmansociety.org/

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Ken talks with David Wagner “The Church and the Modern Era (1846 – 2005: Pius IX, World Wars, and the Second Vatican Council” (Ave Maria Press) and Suzie Andres “Being Catholic: What Every Catholic Should Know” (Augustine Institute/Ignatius Press) David’s book is available at: https://www.avemariapress.com/products/the-church-and-the-modern-era-1846-2005 Suzie’s book is available at: https://www.ignatius.com/Being-Catholic-P3679.aspx  Follow Suzie at: https://www.suzieandres.com

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Ken talks with Dr. Maria Morrow “A Busy Parent’s Guide to a Meaningful Lent” (Our Sunday Visitor) and Steve Wedienkopf “The Church and the Middle Ages (1000-1378): Cathedrals, Crusades, and the Papacy in Exile” (Ave Maria Press) Maria’s book is available at: https://www.osvcatholicbookstore.com/product/a-busy-parent-s-guide-to-a-meaningful-lentSteve’s book is available at: https://www.avemariapress.com/products/the-church-and-the-middle-ages-1000-1378 Follow Steve at: https://steveweidenkopf.com/

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Ken talks with Emily Jaminet “Secrets of the Sacred Heart: Twelve Ways to Claim Jesus’ Promises in Your Life” (Ave Maria Press) and Matt Smith “Our Sunday Visitor 2021 Challenge” Emily’s book is available at: https://www.avemariapress.com/products/secrets-of-the-sacred-heart  To learn more about Matt Smith and the OSV 2021 Challenge: https://www.osvchallenge.com/  To learn more about Emily: www.EmilyJaminet.com To learn more about The Sacred Heart Enthronement Network:  https://welcomehisheart.com/

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Ken talks with Mallory Smyth “Rekindled How Jesus Called Me Back to the Catholic Church and Set My Heart on Fire” (Ave Maria Press) and LeAnn Thieman “Chicken Soup for the Soul: Hearing God’s Answers in our Lives” (Sophia Institute Press) Mallory’s book is available at: https://www.avemariapress.com/products/rekindled  LeAnn’s book is available at:  Follow Mallory at: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=23421502 Link to Walking with Purpose: https://walkingwithpurpose.com/  LeAnn’s book is available at: https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/chicken-soup-for-the-soul-everyday-catholicism-hearing-gods-answers-in-our-lives

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Ken talks with Kimberly Hahn “Chosen and Cherished: Biblical Wisdom for Your Marriage” (Emmaus Road Publishing) and Bishop Joseph Strickland “Light & Leaven: The Challenge of the Laity in the 21st Century” (Catholic Answers Press) Kimberly’s book is available at: https://stpaulcenter.com/product/chosen-and-cherished-biblical-wisdom-for-your-marriage/  Bishop Strickland’s book is available at: https://shop.catholic.com/light-and-leaven-the-challenge-of-the-laity-in-the-twenty-first-century/ For more information about Kimberly’s book: https://www.belovedandblessed.com/  Visit Bishop Strickland’s website: https://bishopstrickland.com/

Bishop Strickland’s address to the USCCB: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9HYHA1jPxrU

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Ken talks with Dr. Peter Kwasniewski “The Holy Bread of Eternal Life: Restoring Eucharistic Reverence in an Age of Impiety” (Sophia Institute Press) and Chris Stefanick “Living Joy: 9 Rules to Help You Rediscover and Live Joy Every Day” (Emmaus Road Publishing). Dr. Kwasniewski’s book is available at: https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/the-holy-bread-of-eternal-life Chris’s book is available at: https://stpaulcenter.com/product/living-joy-9-rules-to-help-you-rediscover-and-live-joy-every-day/ Follow Dr. Kwasniewski at: www.peterkwasniewski.com  Follow Chris at: https://reallifecatholic.com/

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Ken talks with Father Robert Spitzer “Christ Versus Satan in Our Daily Lives: The Cosmic Struggle Between Good and Evil” (Ignatius Press) and Joshua Danis “Living the Fruit of the Spirit: How God’s Grace Can Transform Your World” (The Word Among Us Press). Father Spitzer’s book is available at: https://www.ignatius.com/Christ-Versus-Satan-in-Our-Daily-Lives-P3653.aspx Josha’s book is available at: https://bookstore.wau.org/Search.aspx?k=danis  Visit the Magis Center website: https://magiscenter.com/

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Dec 17th Ken talks with John-Mark Miravalle “How to Feel Good and How Not to: The Ethics of Using Marijuana, Alcohol, Antidepressants, and Other Mood-altering Drugs” (Sophia Institute Press) and Ryan Hanning “The Willpower Advantage: Building Habits for Lasting Happiness” (Ignatius Press). John-Mark’s book is available at: https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/how-to-feel-good-and-how-not-to Ryan’s book is available at: https://www.ignatius.com/The-WillPower-Advantage-P3677.aspx Follow Ryan at: https://amenalleluia.com

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Ken talks with Robert Moynihan “Finding Viganò: In Search of the Man Whose Testimony Shook the Church and the World” (TAN Books) and Karlo Broussard “Purgatory is for Real: Good News About the Afterlife for Those Who Aren’t Perfect Yet” (Catholic Answers Press) Robert’s book is available at https://www.tanbooks.com/finding-vigano-in-search-of-the-man-whose-testimony-shook-the-church-and-the-world-2666.html  Karlo’s book is available at: https://shop.catholic.com/purgatory-is-for-real/   Follow Robert at: https://insidethevatican.com/ and follow Karlo at: https://karlobroussard.com/

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Father Timothy Gallagher, OMV “Discernment of Spirits in Marriage: Ignatian Wisdom for Husbands and Wives” and Joseph Hollcraft “Unleashing the Power of Intercessory Prayer” (Both books are from Sophia Institute Press).  Father Gallagher’s book is available at: https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/discernment-of-spirits-in-marriage  Follow Gallagher at: https://www.frtimothygallagher.org/ and https://www.facebook.com/frtimothygallagher Joseph’s book is available at: https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/unleashing-the-power-of-intercessory-prayer

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Ken talks with Jerry Usher “Trustful Surrender: Stories of Grace Amidst Crisis” (EWTN Publishing/Sophia Institute Press) and Blythe Kaufman “Child Consecration to Jesus through Mary: Following in the Spirit of St. Therese, the Little Flower” Jerry’s book is available at: https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/trustful-surrender All of Blythe’s books available at: https://www.ewtnreligiouscatalogue.com/childrens-rosary-inc   Visit Jerry’s site: www.standtalltoday.com To learn more about Child Consecration and the Children’s Rosary: https://childconsecration.com/ and https://childrensrosary.org/?page_id=2969&lang=en

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Ken talks with Father Vincent Lampert “Exorcism: The Battle Against Satan and His Demons” (Emmaus Road Publishing) and Karl Keating “Sun, Storm, and Solitude: Discovering Hidden Italy on the Cammino di San Benedetto” (Rasselas House). Father Lampert’s book is available at: https://stpaulcenter.com/search-results/?fwp_search_facet=lampert&fwp_product_category=books Karl’s book is available at:  Follow Karl at: http://karlkeating.com/

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Ken talks with Robert Royal “Columbus and the Crisis of the West” (Sophia Institute Press) and Anne Hendershott “The Politics of Envy” (Crisis Publications/Sophia Institute Press). Robert’s book is available at: https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/columbus-and-the-crisis-of-the-west Anne’s book at: https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/the-politics-of-envy Follow Robert at: https://www.thecatholicthing.org/

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Ken talks with Tom Peterson “One Moment Can Change a Soul” (Our Sunday Visitor) and Michael O’Brien “The Lighthouse” (Ignatius Press). Tom’s book is available: https://www.osvcatholicbookstore.com/product/one-moment-can-change-a-soul-helping-catholics-come-home Michael’s book is at: https://www.ignatius.com/The-Lighthouse-P3668.aspxHere are Tom’s websites: https://www.catholicscomehome.org/  https://virtuemedia.org/ and https://amenalleluia.com/

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Ken talks with Father Robert McTeigue, S.J. “Real Philosophy for Real People: Tools for Truthful Living” (Ignatius Press) and Phillip Campbell “The Story of the Church: From Pentecost to Modern Times”(TAN Books). Father McTeigue’s book is available at: https://www.ignatius.com/Real-Philosophy-for-Real-People-P3672.aspx Philip’s book and related products at: https://www.tanbooks.com/the-story-of-the-church-from-pentecost-to-modern-times.html Keep up with Phillip at: https://www.facebook.com/phillip.campbell.7 and http://phillipcampbell.net

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Ken talks with William Kilpatrick “What Catholics Need to Know about Islam” (Crisis/Sophia Institute Press) and Amy Smith “The Plans God Has for You: Hopeful Lessons for Young Women” (Emmaus Road Publishing) Dr. Kilpatrick’s book is available at: https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/what-catholics-need-to-know-about-islam Amy’s book is available at: https://stpaulcenter.com/product/the-plans-god-has-for-you-hopeful-lessons-for-young-women/  Visit Dr. Kilpatrick’s website: https://turningpointproject.com/

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Ken talks with Edward Pentin “The Next Pope: The Leading Cardinal Candidates” (Sophia Institute Press) and Father Daniel Moloney “Mercy: What Every Catholic Should Know” (Augustin Institute/Ignatius Press). Edward’s book is available at: https://www.sophiainstitute.com/author/edward-pentin Father Moloney’s book is available at: https://www.ignatius.com/Mercy-P3601.aspx

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Ken talks with Tyler Rowley “Because of Our Fathers: Twenty-Three Catholics Tell How Their Fathers Led Them to Christ” (Ignatius Press) and Debra Kelsey-Davis “The Caregiver’s Companion: A Christ-Centered Journal to Nourish Your Soul” (Ave Maria Press) Tyler’s book is available at: https://www.ignatius.com/Because-of-Our-Fathers-P3642.aspx and Debra’s at: https://www.avemariapress.com/products/the-caregivers-companion  Visit Tyler’s website: https://tylerrowley.com/  and Debra’s website: www.NourishForCaregivers.com

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Ken talks with George Weigel “The Next Pope: The Office of Peter and a Church in Mission” (Ignatius Press) and Michael Lichens “The Devil is Afraid of Me: The Life and work of the World’s Most Famous Exorcist” by Father Gabriele Amorth (Sophia Institute Press). Mr. Weigel’s book is available at: https://www.ignatius.com/The-Next-Pope-P3645.aspx The Father Amorth book is available at: https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/devil-is-afraid-of-me

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Ken talks with Father Joseph Fessio (Ignatius Press) about two books “A Time to Die: Monks on the Threshold of Eternal Life” by Nicolas Diat and “From the Depths of Our Hearts: Priesthood, Celibacy, and the Crisis of the Catholic Church” by Benedict XVI and Robert Cardinal Sarah. He also talks with Joe Heschmeyer “Pope Peter: Defending the Church’s Most Distinctive Doctrine in a Time of Crisis” (Catholic Answers Press) Both Ignatius Press books are available at: https://www.ignatius.com/  Joe’s book is available at: https://shop.catholic.com/pope-peter-defending-the-churchs-most-distinctive-doctrine-in-a-time-of-crisis/ Follow Joe at: http://shamelesspopery.com/

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Ken talks with Thomas Wurtz “Pursuing Freedom: Becoming the Man You Could Be” (Our Sunday Visitor) and Brandon McGinley “The Prodigal Church: Restoring Catholic Tradition in an Age of Deception” (Sophia Institute Press)  Thomas’s book is available at: https://www.osvcatholicbookstore.com/product/pursuing-freedom-becoming-the-man-you-could-be  Brandon’s book is available at: https://www.sophiainstitute.com/products/item/the-prodigal-church Visit Thomas at Faith & Athletics: http://www.faithandathletics.com/

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Ken talks with Dawn Beutner “Saints: Becoming an Image of Christ Every Day of the Year” and Siobhan Nash-Marshall “Silent Angel” by Antonia Arslan (Both are published by Ignatius Press). Dawn’s book is available at: https://www.ignatius.com/Saints-P3499.aspx  Silent Angel is available: https://www.ignatius.com/Silent-Angel-P3599.aspx Visit Dawn’s website: https://dawnbeutner.com/

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