Best Marcellino DAmbrosio Podcasts (2024)

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Passover, Thanksgiving and the Eucharist 8:27

15h ago8:27

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Before thanksgiving was an American holiday, it was a hallmark of the Judeo-Christian tradition. All ancient peoples gave thanks for creation; only Jews and Christians believe that God acted decisively in history to secure our liberation from slavery. Eucharist simply means thanksgiving -- and it is the supreme act of worship and thanks for the sac…

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Feast of Christ The King - Lasting Dominion Universal Kingdom 5:29

11h ago5:29

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The feast of Jesus Christ the Universal King was instituted by Pope Pius XI in 1925 and is observed on the last Sunday of the Roman Catholic Liturgical Year. It causes us to ponder what sort of authority, kingdom and dominion are truly lasting, and what judgment will be truly final.

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Clement and the Roman Basilica of San Clemente 9:21

6h ago9:21

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Podcast discussing the amazing Roman basilica that goes all the way back to the new testament period, San Clemente, dedicated to Clement of Rome, third successor of Peter.

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The Role of Hospitality in Evangelization 38:33

21h ago38:33

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In this third and final episode of Ascension Rountable's Podcast Series on the New Evangelization, Dr. Marcellino D’Ambrosio (aka Dr. Italy) provides further practical suggestions on a key feature of successful evangelization - hospitality. Whether we wish to evangelize as individuals, families or parishes, we need to understand that people only op…

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Florence, Michelangelo & Catholic Culture 6:52

8d ago6:52

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Podcast by Dr. Italy on Florence, the Renaissance city, and what the art of Michelangelo teaches us about Catholic Culture and life. With images of sites and churches of Florence that he will visit on his upcoming Italy pilgrimage.

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Hear, Oh Israel! - Keeping the Great Commandment 5:39

19d ago5:39

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Hear O Israel! Most have heard of the Great Commandment - to love God with your whole heart and your neighbor as yourself. But if God is just and salvation depends upon perfect obedience to this command, who can be saved? For the 31st Sunday in Ordinary Time, cycle B.

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All Souls, Purgatory & Prayers for the Dead 5:41

13d ago5:41

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A reflection on the Solemnity of All Souls, November 2, touching on the mystery of death and the afterlife including heaven, hell, and purgatory, and the validity of prayers for the dead.

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Meaning & Mandate of All Saints Day 15:06

14d ago15:06

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Each November 1st Catholics are obliged to attend Mass to celebrate the Solemnity of All Saints. This feast is more than a dutiful remembrance of the various saints that don't make it into the Roman calendar of feast days. It is celebrates us - the fact that all of us are destined to attain the heights of holiness, that all of us are called and equ…

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Does Halloween Have Satanic Origins? 15:05

17d ago15:05

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In this podcast, historical theologian Marcellino D'Ambrosio ("Dr. Italy") clears up misunderstandings about the holiday that are nearly universally believe by Christians, neo-pagans and secularists a like. It will be of great help to grandparents and parents trying to decide how to approach this celebration.…

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Bartimaeus - the Blind Beggar with Outrageous Faith 5:28

25d ago5:28

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The story of Bartimaeus, the blind beggar who met Jesus on the road to Jericho, is a dramatic event from the Gospel of Mark that illustrates something very important about the true nature of Christian faith. For the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time, cycle B.

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The Sons of Zebedee - Ambition vs. Servant Leadership 5:13

26d ago5:13

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Brothers John and James, the sons of Zebedee, had ambition. When they make their famous request for places of honor & privilege in Mark's gospel, Jesus takes the opportunity to teach them that leadership & true greatness consists in loving and serving, even to the point of sharing with Christ the cup of suffering.…

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Ignatius of Antioch, Apostolic Father 17:29

1M ago17:29

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Ignatius of Antioch, whom the Church remembers on October 17, is one of the most important of the apostolic fathers, the Fathers of the Church who lives overlapped the lives of the last of the apostles. Ignatius was, in fact, only the second successor of Peter, Paul, and Barnabas in the important city of Antioch, where the followers of Jesus were c…

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Teresa of Avila, the No-Nonsense Mystic 5:28

1M ago5:28

5:28

In this podcast Dr. Italy describes the great Carmelite mystic, Teresa of Avila, pointing out how she combined practical wisdom, mysticism and a sense of humor in an extraordinary way.

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The Rich Young Man and King Solomon 5:11

2M ago5:11

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Both the Rich Young Man in Mark's Gospel and King Solomon had a very difficult choice to make. In a similar moment of decision, what would be the desire of your heart? Wisdom and adventure, or comfort and convenience? Where do true riches...and security...lie? For the 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time, cycle B.…

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John XXIII and the Origin of Vatican II 14:47

2M ago14:47

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Angelo Roncalli, better known as Pope St. John XXIII, was a simple peasant boy who never quite lost his country simplicity even as he moved up through the Church’s hierarchy to occupy the chair of St. Peter. His election to the Papacy in 1958 surprised everyone, as did his announcement that he had decided to convene an ecumenical council to meet at…

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Unlocking the Power of the Rosary 16:07

1M ago16:07

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A 16 minute podcast in which Sonrise Morning show host Matt Swaim asks Dr. Italy some insightful questions about the rosary, Mary, the misteries, and the power of praying the rosary. The Rosary has been the most honored and best known devotional prayer in the Roman Catholic tradition for the last five hundred years. Yet few, even those very devoted…

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All You Need is Love - Marriage, Divorce & Annulment 5:44

1M ago5:44

5:44

Is annulment just a Catholic Divorce? This article explains the controversial Roman Catholic position on love, marriage, marital intimacy, divorce, remarriage and celibacy.

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Francis of Assisi, Saint & Legend 12:28

1M ago12:28

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St. Francis of Assisi happens to be one of the most popular of all saints, honored by non-Catholics as well as Catholics, Buddhists and Hindus as well as Christians. But are the words popularly attributed to him true? "Preach the Gospel always; when necessary, use words? How about that saying? Is it his? What can Francis's famous encounter with the…

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Portiuncula & San Damiano-Assisi Chapels Rebuilt by St Francis 6:41

2M ago6:41

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7 minute podcast by Dr. Italy discussing the two churches rebuilt by St. Francis that still stand in Assisi, his home town. To be visited on his upcoming pilgrimage to Italy.

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St. Jerome, Father, Doctor, and Warrior 14:21

2M ago14:21

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14 minute podcast in which Sonrise Morning show guest host Ryan Lopez quizzes Dr. Italy about the life and impact of Jerome, bible scholar, father and Doctor of the Church and warrior for Christ. On the occasion of his feast day, September 30.

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Spiritual Warfare and the Sword of the Spirit 8:11

2M ago8:11

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Podcast in which Dr. Italy identifies spiritual warfare as underlying the current malaise in the world and America. A spiritual battle can only be fought effectively with spiritual weapons, first and foremost being the Sword of the Spirit, the Word of God.

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Padre Pio & the Power of Weakness 6:55

2M ago6:55

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Dr. Italy discusses the Capuchin friar Padre Pio who in his lifetime was first famous in Italy and then the whole world for his stigmata and miracles worked through his intercession.

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Anatomy of Envy 5:43

2M ago5:43

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Envy, one of the seven deadly sins, is different from mere jealousy - it is darker and much more dangerous. Yet its cunning can be - and has been - defeated. For the 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time, cycle B.

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Hildegard of Bingen - an Introduction 5:22

2M ago5:22

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In this 5 minute interview on the Sonrise Morning show, Dr. Italy discusses the amazing life and talents of St. Hildegard of Bingen, the medieval Benedictine abbess renowned for her visions, compositions, and prolific body of written work. Pilgrims on Dr. Italy’s 2023 Rhine Cruise will be visiting her relics and some of her monasteries.…

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Amen, Amen - James, Peter & Rock-solid Faith 6:08

2M ago6:08

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The word amen is familiar to all. But few know its origins and its true meaning, which actually strikes at the very essence of what it means to believe and have rock-solid faith.

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St. John Chrysostom – Bishop with a Backbone 8:21

3M ago8:21

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Many contemporary bishops have been criticized for taking half-measures instead of speaking and acting boldly and decisively. The same could never be said of the ancient bishop who was a Father of the Church, St. John Chrysostom. His preaching was so eloquent and powerful that he acquired the nickname of "Chrysostom" or "golden-tongue." Gold as it …

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Twin Tower Terrorism and the Power of the Cross 15:03

3M ago15:03

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September 11 is the anniversary of one of most brutal acts of terrorism of all time. Three days later, on September 14, the Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Churches celebrate the Feast of the Exaltation and triumph of the cross of Jesus Christ. This podcast brings out the link between 9/11 and the victory of the cross and helps us understand why the …

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Jesus's Miracles - the Deaf Mute & Compassion 5:51

3M ago5:51

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"Ephphatha!" The miracles of Jesus, particularly the story of Jesus' healing of the deaf - mute in the Gospel of Mark, raise a big questions -- did Jesus Christ truly work miracles and if so, was his motivation compassion or glory? For the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time Cycle B.

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Life & Impact of St. Gregory the Great 14:15

3M ago14:15

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As the civilization in the West was dissolving into the Dark Ages, a man named Gregory was elected to fill the chair of St. Peter. First prefect or mayor of Rome, then monk, then the Pope's ambassador to Constantinople, then finally bishop of Rome, Gregory rocked the church and the civilized world. He was a man who could walk with kings and yet wit…

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Does Scripture bash Tradition? 5:41

3M ago5:41

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What does the term Tradition really mean? Is it opposed to the Bible? The sola scriptura principle of the Protestant Reformation assumed it was -- here we examine this assumption in the light of a few key scriptures. For the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, cycle B.

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Beheading & Martyrdom of John the Baptist 14:06

3M ago14:06

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John the Baptist has two feast days -- his earthly birthday on June 24, sixth months before the birthday of his cousin, and August 29th, his birthday into eternal life, the day he was executed by Herod at the request of Salome to who he'd promised anything she asked for. Apparently, Herod was fascinated by John, even though John condemned his adult…

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Do you have Belief or Faith? 5:20

3M ago5:20

5:20

Belief that God exists is not quite what Scripture means by faith. The faith spoken of by Jesus, Paul, and John is a gift that is like a spiritual muscle - to be strong, it must be exercised.

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Come to the Banquet Table - Life is a Feast! 5:18

3M ago5:18

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Some do the minimum in order to survive. But we are called to seize every opportunity so we can truly thrive. Proverbs says Wisdom has set a table for us. Christ, Divine Wisdom incarnate, actually feeds us with two abundant tables - the feast of the Word and the Sacrament. For the 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time, cycle B.…

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Assumption of Mary, Meaning & Origin 14:34

3M ago14:34

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In this 15 minute podcast, Anna Mitchell, host of the Sonrise Morning show, asks Marcellino D'Ambrosio (aka "Dr. Italy") about the origins and meaning of the dogma and feast of the Assumption of Mary, celebrated on August 15th.

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St. Maximilian Kolbe, Chaplain of Auschwitz 14:14

3M ago14:14

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In this podcast, other aspects of Kolbe’s life are also discussed which are little known. Kolbe founded a new monastery near Warsaw that grew into a veritable city, with over 1,000 Franciscan Friars living a live of prayer and apostolic activity. This monastery was so large that, in the early days of World War II, before it was shut down by the Naz…

4M ago40:39

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Brian Gail, a Knight of the Immaculate, author, and co-founder of three Catholic classical academies, spoke at Man Up Philly 2018. Drawing from his experiences as a father, entrepreneur, and writer, Gail addressed the challenges facing modern Catholic families. He shared insights from his acclaimed trilogy, which explores the impact of the “contrac…

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