Catching Foxes

Pope Francis has died, but you probably already knew that. If you didn't, that's genuinely impressive. The guys unpack the most recent pontificate and talk about rabbid trads, Bonaventure, and Dilexit Nos. Enjoy!

Is the Minecraft Movie the downfall of culture? If you consider getting wet in a theatre the downfall of culture, then maybe. The fellas have a wide range of Ten Minute Topics with a lengthy preamble about the Minecraft Movie. Enjoy!

Are pithy phrases ever useful? Does "let go and let God" have any theological value? The fellas discuss! Also on the table for today: children sprinting during Mass, fear as a desire to control, and something incredibly insightful from 'ol Gomer. Enjoy!

How to get out of your head, into the world, and push through obstacles. That and Gomer reads poetry. Enjoy!

Gomer makes his glorious return to the show. He's back to tell us all about what he's been up to, as well as discuss the nature of work and whether you should attend the parish that you work at. Enjoy!

One of Luke's oldest friends stops by to discuss a tasteful amount of US international politics and reminisce on life in the Pacific Northwest. Enjoy!

The youths are sad. What's up with that? Luke and Nick Sciarappa, producer of Clerically Speaking, discuss the state of youth ministry (and the state of Pittsburgh). Enjoy!

An exciting round of Ten Minute Topics featuring Producer Joe (once again) of the newly launched Saint Kolbe Studios. They generally stick to ten minutes as well. Topics include: The line between gossip and news Weird things your family did when you were young Favorite objectively bad movies And more! Enjoy!

Luke and his sister Emily, who watched a LOT of SNL growing up, pick their family's SNL Mt. Rushmore. Here's a Google Doc with as many SNL skits and moments as I could remember from our discussion. (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1AXS0u7Xidgzoz0qCYRiWUdfL_z7ws-CK5_rqUesavNc/edit?usp=sharing) Luke shares a gorgeous song that speaks to the depths of his soul (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l_dGqLzOnhA) Luke loves The Lonely Island. So much. Also, please do not let kids listen to this. Seriously. I'm warning you. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UV-RZYz8xTc)

Luke drafts the best movies from 1998-2003 with a cast of guest stars. Movies drafted include--but are not limited to--10 Things I Hate About You, Gangs of New York, Moulin Rouge!, and The Big Lebowski. See if your favorite made the cut and be sure to check out patreon.com/cf to find all the finalized draft boards for free! Enjoy!

Mrs. Ruvi stops by to spend 100 minutes talking about one Five Iron Frenzy song. I promise you'll like it. If you're intrigued by deep dives into things you've probably never heard of, this is certainly the episode for you. Enjoy!

Gomer is going to be MIA for a few weeks and Luke was scrambling for a guest. That brings us to Producer Joe's appearance on Catching Foxes after two (long) years of producing the show. Luke and Producer Joe discuss what the future of media looks like, the morality of technology, and whether rich people should buy fancy things or simple things. Enjoy!

Back, late, and better (debatably) than ever! Topics include: Dating in your 30s Notre Dame Evangelizing without being a weirdo Enjoy!

Dr. Matthew Wiseman discusses his new book, The Two Jerusalems, which is the moving story of a young man's amazing journey to discover the roots of the Christian faith in the Ancient Near East, which led him from Protestantism through the Messianic movement and into the Catholic Church. This journey took him to the rainforest of Papua New Guinea, the Nożyk Synagogue in Warsaw, and the Judean Desert, and into the heart of ancient and medieval Jewish tradition: the Hebrew Bible. Along the way, he met a cast of odd and wonderful characters, false prophets, and saintly Catholics who taught him about God, Scripture, and prayer. His steps were dogged throughout by God's strange, providential provisions, despite his human blindness. At the heart of the ancient faith, much to his surprise, he discovered what a billion people across the world already know and live: the Catholic faith. Through it all, Matthew Wiseman's relentless desire for truth and consistency kept him searching until he discovered the "beauty ever ancient, ever new". His powerful story is like a course in fundamental theology, in compelling narrative form. This ground-breaking book can change the lives of traditional Jews, Messianic Jews, Protestant Christians, and wavering Catholics. And because it is a narrative from his life vs. an apologetics text, it will reach many who prefer the autobiographical genre. His vivid, rhetorical style renders complicated theological issues clear and understandable.

Luke and Gomer discuss their themes for 2025 (instead of resolutions). Gomer plans on a "Year of Health," while Luke plans on a "Year of Essays." Enjoy!

The guys discuss Advent devotions, the scandals of JPII's papacy, and Gomer's new Tesla. Enjoy!

It's a classic Ten Minute Topics episode for your early Thanksgiving enjoyment! Plus, Luke talks about his annulment and Italian women. Do with that what you will. Happy Thanksgiving!

The fellas got busy with life, so we're airing an episode of Producer Joe's podcast, The Ethical Entrepreneur, starring Gomer! This is the same version you'll find on The Ethical Entrepreneur because, unlike Luke's, it wasn't explicit right out of the gate. Gomer and I chat about his background as a speaker, credentialism in the nonprofit world, and how to improve your communication skills. Enjoy!

The guys discuss the new Apple M4 chip, The Three Body Problem by Liu Cixin, and Luke's experience at a Five Iron Frenzy concert. We're back and playing the hits on this episode! Enjoy!

The guys couldn't record this week, so we're running a teaser episode of Producer Joe's new podcast, the Ethical Entrepreneur. The first episodes drop on November 13th, and we'll have more info coming soon! Luke and Joe discuss the world of major gifts, whether the Boomers dying (if they ever die) is actually an issue for nonprofits, and get into a deep tangent on Victorian seaport towns in Northern California. You can find The Ethical Entrepreneur on all major podcast platforms. Enjoy!