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Have I Been Wrong About Church Teaching This Whole Time?
A Catholic bishop displayed an image of a pig’s heart inside a condom over the altar—and he’s still in ministry. The same bishop has publicly defended artwork depicting Jesus as a crucified frog, as well as an image portraying the Virgin Mary as a transgender man. These weren’t hidden provocations. They were praised, justified, and…
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What the Vatican Synod Report Reveals on LGBT Issues, Women Deacons & Polygamy
The Synod’s Study Groups have released their Interim Reports, and some of the most controversial topics are sparking intense debate: homosexuality, polygamy, and the question of women deacons. In this episode, I break down what the Church is actually saying in these reports, what’s being proposed, and the hot-button controversies these topics are generating. From…
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Vatican REJECTS “Co-Redemptrix” Title for Mary!
In this episode, we dive deep into the Vatican’s brand-new doctrinal note Mater Populi Fidelis (2025) from the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith — the one addressing Marian titles like Co-Redemptrix and Mediatrix. I walk through the key parts of the document, explain what the Church actually says about Mary’s role, and unpack…
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First Rap Concert at the Vatican? Here’s What Just Happened
First Rap Concert at the Vatican? Here’s What Just Happened
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Vatican Embraces LGBTQ Pilgrims—Controversy Follows
LGBTQ+ Catholics processed a rainbow cross into St. Peter’s Basilica during their Jubilee pilgrimage in Rome. Even more shocking, Pope Francis (through Cardinal Leo) personally sent a bishop to celebrate their LGBTQ Mass. The Vatican even listed the event on the official Holy Year calendar, sparking worldwide outrage. In this episode, I unpack what happened,…
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Leaked Benedict XVI Letter Ends the Resignation Debate
Leaked Benedict XVI Letter Ends the Resignation Debate A previously unpublished letter from Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI — dated August 21, 2014 — has just been made public, and it delivers a decisive blow to one of the most persistent Catholic conspiracy theories of the last decade. For years, some claimed that Benedict resigned only…
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Church Scandals, the Pope, and Israel: A Priest Speaks Out w/ Fr. John Brown
Church Scandals, the Pope, and Israel: A Priest Speaks Out w/ Fr. John Brown In this episode, I sit down with a Catholic priest to ask some of the most pressing and controversial questions facing the Church today. We cover everything from Pope Francis’ call for a ceasefire in the Holy Land, to attacks on…
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Why Are Traditionalists Upset with Pope Leo XIV?
Why Are Traditionalists Upset with Pope Leo XIV? In today’s episode, we cover several major developments shaking the Catholic world. John-Henry Westen is no longer with LifeSite News—his co-founder reveals what led to his departure. Meanwhile, Pope Leo XIV is making waves with a series of controversial episcopal appointments that have traditionalists sounding the alarm.…
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Catholic Pride Masses and Episcopal Silence: Complicit or Cowardly?
Pride-themed liturgies are being held in Catholic parishes across the country — often with full knowledge of the local bishops. But while the faithful raise concerns, most bishops remain silent. Why? Is it fear of backlash, a strategy of appeasement, or something deeper? In this episode, we examine the rise of so-called “Pride Masses” in…
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Vatican Removes Fr. Rupnik’s Art… But That’s Not the Whole Story
The Vatican has quietly removed the artwork of Fr. Marko Rupnik from its official website — a move many see as long overdue. But what they haven’t done is even more shocking. In this episode, we dive into the full story: the abuse allegations, the Vatican’s selective response, and what this reveals about the Church’s…
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Did Pope Leo Just Contradict Pope Francis on Marriage?
Pope Leo XIV just said that marriage is NOT an ideal, but Pope Francis often said marriage an ideal. Did the two popes contradict each other? Michael Lofton examines both claims and considers the question after explaining how the magisterium functions.
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Pope Leo XIV Declares: Society Rests on the Union of Man and Woman
In a powerful and deeply traditional message, Pope Leo XIV reaffirms the Church’s stance on the foundational role of marriage in society. Speaking from the Vatican, the Holy Father emphasizes that the stable union between a man and a woman is not just a religious ideal but a cornerstone of human civilization. This address touches…
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Cardinal Burke: Christians and Muslims Do Not Worship the Same God | Theology Unpacked
Cardinal Burke: Christians and Muslims Do Not Worship the Same God | Theology Unpacked
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Cardinals Urge Next Pope to Continue Pope Francis’ Vision for the Church | The Lowdown
Michael Lofton reports on recent calls from cardinals in Rome urging that Pope Francis’ vision for the Church be carried forward by his successor. He also explores the potential consequences if a future pope were to reverse the direction of Pope Francis’ pontificate.
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Pope Francis Dies at 88 Leaving a Legacy of Mercy and Reform
Michael Lofton covers the breaking news that Pope Francis has just passed away. He discusses his legacy, as well as what happens next.
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BREAKING: Disgraced Cardinal McCarrick Dies at 94 | The Lowdown
BREAKING: Disgraced Cardinal McCarrick Dies at 94 | The Lowdown
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Jesuits Make Offer of Reparations to Rupnik’s Alleged Victims
Jesuits Make Offer of Reparations to Rupnik’s Alleged Victims
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Fr. Rupnik Vatican Trial Will Soon Begin – Judges Appointed!
Michael Lofton covers the news from Cardinal Fernandez that Vatican judges are being appointed for the Rupnik case, so a trial can be expected to begin soon.
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Did the Catholic Church Contradict Itself on the Death Penalty?
Michael Lofton examines a number of magisterial interventions on the question of the death penalty and shows why some feel there are a number of unresolved tensions that have not yet been harmonized by the Church.
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Vatican Makes Exceptions for Gender Affirming Surgeries?
Michael Lofton covers Cardinal Fernandez’s lecture on exceptions to Dignitas Infinita, which he clarifies allows for sex change surgeries in some cases.
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Does Pope Francis Have Only 72 HOURS to Live?
Does Pope Francis Have Only 72 HOURS to Live?
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Pope Tells Confidants He May Not Survive?
It is being reported that Pope Francis has told his closest confidants that he will not survive his health scare. Additionally, the USCCB is suing the Trump administration over losing federal funding. Tune in to the Michael Lofton Show to find out what we know so far.
