The goal of the Forte Catholic Podcast is to inspire, uplift, and share the Good News in a way that will help you take the next step in your faith, no matter where you are on your journey with God.
BONUS CONTENT-My appearance on "The Paul George Show"
I was honored to be a guest on “The Paul George Show” with the man who played a huge role in my conversion. We talk millennials and the importance of authentic community. Tune in!
For those of you who don't know Paul George(the non-NBA player one), you're missing out!
Paul has played a large role in my story of faith. He was one of the keynote speakers at the conference where I gave my life to Christ so many years ago. He also gave the men's session where I made a commitment to save myself for marriage, signed a pledge card, and gave that pledge card to my (now) wife when I proposed.
I am so thankful for his ministry and how it affected my life, so when he asked me to be a guest on his show, I was in awe. Tune in to our conversation about millennials & the importance of authentic community on iTunes or wherever you listen to podcasts by searching "The Paul George Show" in your podcasting service.
The interview starts at the 10:50 mark.
For more from Paul and I, check out his appearance on the Forte Catholic podcast here.
My EWTN debut! Listen/watch here!
I made my EWTN debut as the guest on Bear Woznick’s “Deep Adventure!” We talked about joy, faith and more all surrounding the “Make Catholicism Fun Again” theme. Tune in now on podcast or YouTube!
What an amazing opportunity! I got to join Bear Woznick on his EWTN radio show "Deep Adventure" as his guest for the full hour! Bear and I have connected a few times as he was a guest on my show a while back and he graciously invited me on to his show.
Tune in as we talk about the "Make Catholicism Fun Again" message!
You can listen on podcast or watch the YouTube vid of the convo.
For more from Bear and I, tune in to his appearance on the "Forte Catholic" podcast.
Forte Catholic Podcast Episode 88
When doing good sometimes makes do bad, Fr. Anthony Sciarappa(the self-proclaimed King of Catholic Twitter) on being awesome and Brian Baudoin on his support of the show and what he would do if he was in charge.
Sooo many voices on this episode! Producer Sam is back! We catch up with her and talk about this new term Taylor learned called "moral licensing," how it may define his spiritual life...and maybe yours.
In the second segment, we are joined by self-proclaimed "Pittsburgh okayest priest" and "gift to the show," Fr. Anthony Sciarappa. He is a hilarious priest and talks about the things he has done that might have been the first time ever in the eternal priesthood.
In the third segment, the newest Patreon supporter, Brian Baudoin, rejoins the show to talk about why he supports the show, favorite memories, what he would do if he was in charge AND invents a new segment specifically to mess with producer Sam.
This was a fun one! Hope y'all enjoy listening as much as we all did recording. Please rate and subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts and share the show with a friend.
Forte Catholic Podcast Episode 87
Surprise guest co-host, the Avengers and the Holy Spirit collide and interview with (another Canadian!) Matt Nelson on indifference & how to combat it.
Lots of laughs in this week's episode as we have a surprise guest co-host(even a surprise to Taylor!) We kick off the show with not one but TWO Forte Five countdowns of Taylor and the mysterious co-hosts' favorite Holy Spirit songs.
In the second segment, Taylor continues his beef with Canada through this week's guest Matt Nelson. But primarily, the conversation is about the role indifference plays in the faith(or lack there of it) in people's lives. He explores this in depth in his new book "Just Whatever." ...but we also try to convince him to move to Texas and away from "Canadia"...and it just might work!
In the final segment, we explore the term "forgotten God" in regards to the Holy Spirit and compare our view of the Holy Spirit to Earth's Mightiest Heroes, "The Avengers."
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Forte Catholic Podcast Episode 86
Jam packed show with convos on Taylor attending a priestly ordination, speaking at a senior's day retreat, attending one of producer Sam's talks and learning a new game called "Google Feud."
We also talk with Pam Marvin about root sin, what it means and how to find healing in our deepest wounds.
Taylor had a busy week so we cram a lot of great stuff into this episode from a recent ordination he attended, speaking at a senior's day retreat, attending one of producer Sam's talks and learning a new game called "Google Feud." We cover it in the episode! It is a blend of cool Catholic truth & insight balanced with stupid games and laughter.
We are also joined by everyone's favorite "second mom" Pam Marvin. She talks about her work with "root sin", what the term means and how recognizing our areas of struggle can help us in our search for holiness and healing.
Sneak Peek...
Ordination=long and awesome!
Seniors day retreat=the older people surprisingly don't hate Taylor
Google Feud=wth!
Relational Ministry=Taylor's ridiculous notes during producer Sam's talk
Bonus Content-Faith journey conversation with Dan
This bonus content of the show is a long-from interview with my buddy Dan who has had an “almost complete de-conversion from Catholicism” in recent years. We hear his story & the things that led to where he is today. My hope in having the conversation and sharing it with you is that it will give us reason to think, wrestle with questions/topics & grow into a more loving & supportive community as a Church.
Howdy! We did a little something new for this bonus content of the podcast. This is a long-form interview with a friend of mine named Dan about his faith journey from growing up in a nominal Catholic family, to priestly formation, to marriage and now an "almost complete de-conversion from Catholicism." He shares his story & the things that led to where he is now.
I was fascinated with the interview because while our stories have taken different paths, I see a lot of similarities between Dan and I in personality & some of the struggles with faith and Church. It is my hope that in having this conversation and you listening to it, that we will hear the things that he struggles with and other issues that led to where he is now and begin to think about how we address them in our own lives and how we as the Church can become a more supportive and loving community.
While Dan and I may disagree on issues throughout the convo, I truly appreciated my time with him & his honesty. He gave me a lot to think about and I hope it sparks thought & conversation with you. If you have any questions or comments about the episode, send it my way on social media or send me an email to taylor@fortecatholic.com.
Forte Catholic Podcast Episode 85
Karlo Broussard rejoins the show to talk about overcoming obstacles in sharing the faith. We also talk about our recent retreat, share a Forte Five countdown of key things taken away from the retreat and how shooting free throws brought a big breakthrough in Taylor’s faith.
Taylor and Producer Sam are back from retreat and have a lot to share!
In the first segment, we ask how saints hear our prayers and do the Forte Five countdown(for the first time in forever!) on the top 5 things Taylor took away from the retreat.
In the second, we are rejoined by one of our favorite guests, Karlo Broussard. He yells silly things and then talks about the best ways to overcome obstacles in sharing the faith. For more from Karlo, check out his book "Prepare the Way" from Catholic Answers.
In the final segment, I talk about my first love of basketball and a spiritual breakthrough I had while playing the game a few days ago.
Thanks for listening! Please rate & subscribe in your podcasting service and share with a friend you think may enjoy the show!
Forte Catholic Podcast Episode 84
Silly thoughts on the Ascension & the one and only Josh Calhoun on a holy desire for marriage and the “Stranger Kings” game.
This week's show kicks off with silly thoughts on the Ascension as Taylor's imagination runs wild.
In the second and third segment, we are joined by the one and only Josh Calhoun on his holy desire for marriage and what that looks like as a single man. If you are a Catholic single who's ready to mingle, tune in!
We also play the “Stranger Kings” game (from DownloadYouthMinistry.com) where we have to identify which king played a role is some bizarre stories from the Old Testament.
Forte Catholic Podcast Episode 83
We talk hilarious notes taken by a young lady at one of Taylor’s recent talks, a twitter debate about a certain part of the Mass and guest Joe Sikorra to share his powerful family story and how God has helped them through extreme hardship.
Taylor is back from his trip to Sioux City, IA for a couple of speaking events and he has stories :) Usually, his "Spiritual Warfare" talk is pretty serious but this group of students made it an absolute blast! In this show, we go through the talk through the eyes of the young lady who took hilarious notes throughout the evening.
We also discuss a recent twitter debate to end a Mass controversy.
In the second segment, I was honored to be joined by Joe Sikorra. His biography alone is impressive...definitely vying for the title of "Most Interesting Man in the World." He shares his moving story of how his family found joy after their hopes and dreams were shattered by the rare, fatal neurological illness of their two sons. What initially seemed to be a tragedy for Joe’s family became a story of human triumph, an outcome made possible by the compassion and mercy of God. For more from Joe, check out his newest book "Defying Gravity."
Forte Catholic Podcast Episode 82
What!?!? It finally happened! After months of public shaming, Fr. Jared Cooke FINALLY came on the show! Tune is as we laugh for 55 minutes interspersed with conversations of ambition, confession, highlights from his first year of priesthood & more! Tune in to this extra special episode of the show!
WHAT!?!? It finally happened! After months of publicly calling out my favorite baby priest, Fr. Jared Cooke finally came on the show! He's the Matt Damon to my Jimmy Kimmel.
We talked highlights from his first year as a priest, confession, who's holier, ambition, & went toe to toe in a trivia game.
We almost lost our voices from laughing so hard. Tune in for this extra special episode of Forte Catholic!
Forte Catholic Podcast Episode 81
Paul George joins the show to talk about finding true happiness. Other topics include crazy stories from the Acts of the Apostles & a new angle on Catholic guilt.
Speaker, author, podcaster and man who changed Taylor's life, Paul George joins the show this week to talk about how we all want to be happy and how to find true happiness. Check out his work at paulgeorge.la and his new book "Rethink Happiness."
Segment 1 has a fun diversion into a conversion on friendship but centers on two crazy stories from Acts, one of which gives Taylor hope for sainthood(crazy right?!?!)
In the final segment, Taylor has a convo with producer Sam and Catholic Guilt, shame and how to get out of it.
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Forte Catholic Podcast Episode 80
We talked about how Taylor’s marriage is like Adam and Eve’s, “what’s in it for me?” in serving others and sharing bad puns. Trent Horn also rejoined the show to correct some #FakeNews about the saints.
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)
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Forte Catholic Podcast Episode 79
Fun show this week with Everett Fritz, a convo about the best clip from Spiderman: Homecoming and Taylor's favorite Purgatory joke.
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!
Forte Catholic Podcast Episode 77
This week Taylor shared his favorite Easter social media posts, unveiled the results of the #MinistryMadness bracket, discussed expectations & finding your role in the Church with the hosts of "The Coaster" podcast.
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.
Forte Catholic Podcast Episode 76
Holy Week is here! We will look at it at an angle you've never thought of before(we promise!) From not playing pretend, to the reality of the Gospel message today, a beautiful song and tons of laughter, you don't want to skip this episode. We're also joined by the witty author, Shaun McAfee to discuss his newest book.
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
1. Song-"Resurrecting" Elevation Worship
2. This is the last week to vote in the #MinistryMadness bracket. Head on over to ministrymadness.com to cast your votes!
3. New Patreon content includes behind the scenes with this week's guest Shaun McAfee, early access to an interview with Everett Fritz and a Patreon exclusive bonus interview with Everett as well. Click here to join!
BONUS CONTENT-Taylor's 4th appearance on the Jennifer Fulwiler Show
Taylor went on Sirius XM-The Catholic Channel's "Jennifer Fulwiler Show" to debut his newest "Unpublished Worship Song" about the Apostle Paul
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.
Forte Catholic Podcast Episode 74
We talked about the launch of the 2nd annual Ministry Madness bracket and how Taylor's chubbiness can benefit you spiritually. We're also joined by Tony Vasinda, host of "The Threshold Podcast."
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 here.
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.
Forte Catholic Podcast Episode 73
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.
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 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.
Forte Catholic Podcast Episode 72
The primary focus of this episode is virtue. What is it and how do we grow in it. Great topic for this spiritually focused season of Lent. We are also joined by Doug Tooke to answer some of our burning Catholicism questions in rapid-fire style.
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.
Forte Catholic Podcast Episode 71
We play "Are you smarter than a 3rd grader?" Lenten edition, interview with Allison Sullivan of the "Sinner, Saint, Sister" podcast and talk about spiritual deserts.
Welcome to Lent!
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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.
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Then we talk with Taylor's good friend, speaker and podcast host 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!
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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 rating/review on iTunes. Have a great week!