Forte Catholic Podcast: Making Catholicism Fun Again

This week, producer Sam picks from a plethora of topics! She chose marriage and service....so that is what we talked about! We are also joined by regular guest Trent Horn as he sets the record straight on #FakeNews about the saints! We go through some common sayings attributed to saints or the Bible that aren't actually real. For more on the topic, check out his newest book "What the Saints Never Said: Pious Misquotes and the Subtle Heresies They Teach You." Next week, YOU decide the topic! Leave a comment in an iTunes review of which of the following topics you would like to hear about next or let Taylor know on social media Topic ideas: -Ambition -Crazy stories from the book of Acts -Taylor thinking about other religions -Taking risks -Producer Sam on Guilt/Shame -(Insert your topic here) Facebook: Forte Catholic Twitter/Instagram: @TaylorSchroll

Fun show this week as we(finally!) get to the segment on one of the best clips from Spiderman: Homecoming. We will see how eerily similar this clip is to Taylor's spiritual life, and most likely yours as well. Then Everett Fritz rejoins the show to discuss the release of his new book "The Art of Forming Intentional Disciples." But first, Taylor teaches him how to open a radio segment(hilarity ensued.) We talk practicals of how to actually get started with discipleship in your parish. Then Taylor planned on talking about marriage but instead tells his favorite Purgatory joke instead and runs out of time. Totally worth it!

We kicked off this week's show in interesting fashion(hint: Taylor lost his voice). So producer Sam helped him along in the first segment in a discussion of the story of doubting Thomas, the power of art and how Taylor is looking at the story completely differently now. We also have two big time guests this week! In the second segment, we are joined by Katie Hartfiel, a popular speaker and author and one of Taylor's newest friends. She shares the powerful story of how her and her husband met and fell in love. Everyone in the studio got goosebumps when we heard it because of how it exemplifies the power of prayer. If you like the story, you can hear more in her book "Woman in Love" or buy it for a friend. She also shares about another book she just released on the Marian consecration prayer called "Totus Tuus" In the final segment, we are joined by Daniel Glaze from "That Catholic Couple," one of the leading Catholic YouTube channels. We talked about how they got started, the greatest moments in the show's hi

Happy Easters! This week Taylor shared his favorite Easter/Triduum social media posts, unveiled the results of the #MinistryMadness bracket and had a conversation about expectations and when they aren't met. He is also joined by the hosts of the best(or 2nd best...they couldn't decide) Canadian Catholic podcast "The Coaster." The guys all made fun of each other for a few minutes before discussing finding our personal roles in the Church. Check them out at www.catholiccoaster.com. If you like the show, please leave a review on iTunes. And if you love the show, show your support & check out the bonus material exclusively on patreon.com/fortecatholic.

Warning: This episode was snow-cone induced. "Much silliness ensues" -Yoda Catholicism can be weird and confusing sometimes. We talk about some of the odd parts of Holy Week that really don't make sense, laugh a bit and then talk about the beauty of what the week really has to offer us with the help of one of our new favorite songs. We're also joined by author (and Taylor's newest Xbox gamer friend) Shaun McAfee to talk about his newest book "Reform Yourself!" NOTES Song-"Resurrecting" Elevation Worship This is the last week to vote in the #MinistryMadness bracket. Head on over to ministrymadness.com to cast your votes!

Packed show this week with so much to talk about! Kicked off the show with sharing about how Taylor needs a break from an exhausting Spring Break, an update on the closest matchups in #MinistryMadness and "What the hail": when hail strikes your local Mass. In the second segment, we are joined by Catholic artist Michelle Arnold Paine. She shares how art played a huge role in her conversion to the Catholic faith and how Mary is a huge inspiration for her creativity. Check her art out at michellepaine.com. In the final segment, Taylor shares what splitting his pants at a recent retreat has to do with why he is Catholic. We will answer the question, "Why are you the way you are?" Thanks for listening! If you like the show, please take 60 seconds to like/rate/review. It really does help more people find the show. Thanks!

Taylor went on Sirius XM-The Catholic Channel's "Jennifer Fulwiler Show" to debut his newest "Unpublished Worship Song." It is an ode to the Apostle Paul's greatness but also a few questions for some odd stories surrounding the great saint. Tune in as Jennifer and Taylor have a laugh about Paul's run on sentences, large handwriting and sermons that put kids to sleep.

Exciting episode! We talked about the launch of the 2nd annual Ministry Madness bracket where you, the listeners, vote on who you think would win in a boxing tournament amongst Catholic ministry leaders. Fill out your bracket now at ForteCatholic.com/blog/mm18 In the second segment, we are joined by a man of many talents, Tony Vasinda. We primarily discuss his Threshold Podcast where he talks with people from vast religious backgrounds about what they believe. The podcast is fantastic and is vulnerable and authentic in a way that you don't hear often. Search for "The Threshold Podcast" on your favorite podcasting service. In the final segment, Taylor shares about how his chubbiness can help you spiritually. Yes...really.

Ever been bored at Mass? Are you Catholic? If you answered yes to the second question, I already know the answer to the first....We've all been there. In this episode, we talk about what to do when boredom strikes, the importance of repetition(with hilarious proof) and preparing for Mass in a way that helps us take the Gospel lessons home with Ashley Zahorian, creator of the Mass Box. The Mass Box(themassbox.com) is a monthly subscription based service for Catholic families to help parents and children better prepare for Mass through crafts, videos, and more. Taylor's family got one for the month of February and really enjoyed it! Not a parent? We've got stuff for you too. Our third segment is built just for you and Ashley also shares about a livestream event coming up with Dr. Mary Healey on St. Patrick's day. Find more info at www.makingdisciples2018.com.

This episode focuses on growing in virtue always, but especially during this focused spiritual season of Lent. Producer Sam shares what virtue truly is and how to grow in it during the first segment. In the second segment, we are joined by Doug Tooke, the host of the "Renovo" podcast. Taylor recently found his show and loves it! He talks about things you don't typically hear about Catholicism at Church and probably didn't learn as a kid. We found it so interesting finally figuring out who Melchizedek is and why the heck we use candles in prayer. Taylor throws Doug a random topic and he has to explain it in less than two minutes. He is a champ! In the final segment, Taylor continues to talk about growth in virtue with some help from a new way of looking at why we settle for sin and how we can truly live out the story God has planned for us.

Welcome to Lent! (0:00-18:00) In the first segment we play Lenten trivia with two local Catholic school 3rd graders, Silas and Hunter. Find out if your Lenten knowledge makes you smarter than a 3rd grader. (18:00-37:01) Then we talk with Taylor's good friend Allison Sullivan. She makes her return to the show after being the guest way back of Episode 2. We talk about the launch of season two of her amazing podcast "Sinner, Saint, Sister." While the podcast is geared toward women, Taylor totally digs it and listens religiously. There's definitely something for everyone. Allison is one of the most passionate, fun and holy people we know so you'll enjoy your time with her! (37:02-end) In the final segment, Taylor opens up about his really rough week and the real "spiritual desert" time he went through and how the fog is beginning to lift and what this all has to do with the Lenten season. Thanks for listening! If you like what you heard, please share this episode with your friends and take 60 seconds to leave a

Taylor had a cold this week but was helped along with the support of the team and two amazing guests: a Winter Olympics Gold Medalist and a film creator! The start of the show was hilarious with Taylor trying to get through a segment without hacking up a lung so producers Sam and Macka helped with conversations about the beginning of Lent, an odd Gospel reading and answered prayer. In the second segment, we are joined by Erin Dooley, the creator of the award winning Christian musical "Broken and Beautiful. (www.brokenandbeautifulmovie.com) The film launched on Ash Wednesday and focuses on five interweaving storylines of people at the same church, all dealing with some major struggle (stress, pornography, etc.). And finally, we are joined by three time Olympic bobsledder Curt Tomasevicz. He is a die hard Catholic who shares how his faith played a huge role throughout his incredible career. Don't miss out on this interview as Curt is definitely in the running to be the next "Most Interesting Man in the World.

We kick off this episode with new jokes from Austin's DCYC, Saturday Night Live and our new friend/character Rocco Cuccozzilio (Eagles Superfan) to talk about the Super Bowl and his faith life. In the second segment, we are joined by Matt Martinusen to play his latest creation, The Catholic Card Game. It is essentially the Catholic version of Apples to Apples and its hilarious! Help fund the project over on Kickstarter! In the final segment, we talk about limping into Lent and Taylor reading a women's devotional. If you enjoyed this episode, do me a big favor and ask a friend of yours to listen, share it on social media and/or give it a rating on iTunes. Thanks!

This episode began with an important public service announcements, a story of Taylor being dumb when he was tired & questions about bilocation. In the second segment, we welcomed Trey Mirenda of the Dominican Youth Movement (sheepdogministriesop.org) to talk about connecting the heart and mind when it comes to growing in our faith. We closed out the show with some games in preparation for this weekend's Super Bowl with special guest Eagles fan Rocco Cuccozzilio.(He's hilarious). Producer Sam said this was her favorite episode ever so I hope you enjoy it!

In this week's episode we share two new "Unpublished Worship Songs" and talk about what the deal is with Ordinary Time and how Taylor is getting through it with the help of the Shepherds from the Nativity story(huh?) We are also joined by best selling author Everett Fritz who talks about discipleship. So many people are talking about the popular buzzword of discipleship but Everett is one of the few actually putting in to practice in big ways. As always, please subscribe, comment, rate and share this episode. If you want more from Everett, check out our behind the scenes content on Patreon.

The saga of Taylor on the Jen Fulwiler show continues! This time, we talk about the new segment, "Unpublished Worship Songs." This is where Taylor writes comedic songs based around odd or obscure Scripture passages that have never had a song written about them. Two songs played in this interview made their public debut live on the air. We had way too much fun listening and talking about how the scriptures can come to life in a whoooole new way! Find out more about the Jennifer Fulwiler Show on Sirius XM's The Catholic Channel at TheCatholicChannel.org.

Special episode with double the guests! (Start-17:39) We start the show off talking about our recent staff trip to Top Golf and my observations on what the Church can learn from Top Golf. (17:40-36:44) in the second segment, you will meet the man who blew up my idea of what a monk was! Fr. Augustine is HILARIOUS and wrote a tremendous book on humility. (35:45-end) In the final segment, I am joined once again by Catholic Answers own Trent Horn during Pro-life month to discuss how to be persuasive in pro-life conversations.

Segment 1 (0:00-18:17) What God may be trying to teach me through my family being sick the past couple of weeks. Segment 2(18:17-36:06) The fantastic Ali Hoffman joins the show to talk about her wickedly hilarious "In the Galli with Ali" videos and Instagram stories. Also, the importance of joy and identity. Segment 3(36:06-Fin) Jesus gave one of the talks at FOCUS Ministries' SLS18 leadership conference for college students last week! Also, we do a special "The Rest of the Story" Mass Text segment telling you what you won't hear in this coming Sunday's first reading. Thanks for listening! Follow on Twitter/Instagram @TaylorSchroll or @ForteCatholic on Facebook. If you liked the show, please subscribe, rate and comment on the show in your podcasting service. Thanks!

First episode of 2018! First Segment (0:00-18:00) I share a story from Christmas mass and talk about some Forte Catholic highlights from 2017. Second Segment (18:00-36:00) I am joined by "The Frank Friar" to chat about his ministry and podcast. He also shares insights from the Carmelite order on how to pray to kick of the New Year! Third Segment (36:00-End) I share the countdown of the top ten most listened to podcast episodes of 2017! We also find out a new way to listen to the Forte Catholic show from a Patreon supporter.

We split this week's episode into two parts because this second section contains FULL SPOILERS for Star Wars: The Last Jedi. You have been warned! If you've seen the movie, tune in to this final segment where I talk about my thoughts on the newest installment of the Star Wars franchise and the lessons I think there are for growth in our faith in the movie. From Chewbacca and the Porg, Rey and Kylo and the Great Luke Skywalker, I loved talking about my favorite franchise of all time. I hope you enjoy this segment. Let me know what you think about my reflections & the movie on the social medias yo!