I’m so excited to bring this week’s interview to you with billionaire Tom Monaghan of Domino's Pizza . He’s got a lifetime of wisdom to share, and at some points in this interview he shocked me with his vulnerability. Mr. Monaghan is 86, so I want you to push away your distractions, turn the volume, and give this one a careful listen. We track how he rose from an orphanage, to trading pizzas for dental work, to being a the founder of Domino's Pizza, arguably the founder of fast food...

In this episode, I travel to Ave Maria University to speak to college students about the addiction to the social apps and our smartphones. This addiction is leading a generation to new levels of anxiety, discontent, and spiritual ruin. But there is hope! Today I meet students have had enough. Some are deleting their social apps, others are limiting screen time. Still others are taking advantage of SCHOLARSHIPS at Catholic Universities if they opt out of the smartphone altogether. This could...

Did you know that there are more martyrdoms in the 20th century than in all centuries of Christianity combined? It's true! It's really important that we become aware of what's going on in the world right now. Not only so that we can be inspired by these stories of faith right under our noses, but also so we can work for a better world. And so we can be on a watch for trends in Western Civilization that seem to tolerate violence and intolerance of Christians. All that and more in an interview...

It shouldn’t be surprising that THE most important thing for our relationship with God is to talk to him. That’s why I’m alone today to talk about Prayer, why we need it and how to do it to best love the Lord. Help us share the truth and beauty of the Gospel and reach Catholics worldwide. Become an Augustine Institute Mission Circle Partner. Join the Mission Circle today!

You pull up to the street corner. There’s that grungy guy again, holding his cardboard sign. You feel a nudge like you should help him somehow. But the idea scares you. So you avoid eye contact. Jesus makes it crystal clear that we need to serve the poor. Yet every time we see an opportunity, we feel intimidated. How do we get over that? Take the advice of Blake Brouillette, a young man who’s the director of Christ in the City, a ministry to the poor. For eight years now, he’s been working...

Dating in the Catholic world can be stressful and lonely. Finding someone to date often seems impossible. Even well-intentioned married friends frequently add pressure to meet someone NOW. But life as a single Catholic doesn’t have to be miserable. Chad Etzel helps single Catholics be their best selves and change their mindset about finding a spouse. Chad is a life coach and the founder of Catholic, Single, and Flourishing, a ministry for single Catholics navigating their vocations. If you’ve...

In this episode, Chris discusses the root of all our desired changes: joy. Whether you want to get in shape, read more, or develop a new talent... at the core, you desire joy. Sit down with Chris as he unpacks the connection between the body, joy, and God, who is our ultimate desire. Help us share the truth and beauty of the Gospel and reach Catholics worldwide. Become an Augustine Institute Mission Circle Partner. Join the Mission Circle today!

In this episode, Jimmy Walhberg joins Chris to discuss addiction, recovery, God's grace, and Jimmy's latest film. Help us share the truth and beauty of the Gospel and reach Catholics worldwide. Become an Augustine Institute Mission Circle Partner. Join the Mission Circle today!

The Shroud of Turin is the subject of a lot of rumors, myths, and controversies — maybe you’ve heard some of them yourself and don’t know what to believe. That’s why this week we have Fr. Robert Spitzer, a Jesuit scientist and scholar on the Shroud of Turin. He offers some amazing facts about the Shroud, including what we can learn about the Crucifixion from what we see on the cloth. We also talk about the infamous carbon dating claims (they’ve been scientifically debunked). Help us share the...

Happy Fourth of July! It’s a good time to give thanks for the freedoms we enjoy in the United States. So this week, I thought we'd revisit the chat I had with my friend and astronaut General Kevin Chilton. We talked about: - The effect of family on your life.- Finding your path with the help of faith (and a little common sense).- Things we can all look back on and be grateful for. Kick back, relax, and enjoy the episode!Help us share the truth and beauty of the Gospel and reach Catholics...

On this episode of the Chris Stefanick Show, Chris welcomes Byzantine priest Fr. Michael O'Loughlin to talk about his vocation story, the gift of salvation, and a love for evangelization—even in the most random of places. Help us share the truth and beauty of the Gospel and reach Catholics worldwide. Become an Augustine Institute Mission Circle Partner. Join the Mission Circle today!

Ever feel like you need better habits in your life? My friend Dom Raso is here to talk about how the Navy SEALs can teach us all about discipline – and how you can apply those lessons directly to your own Catholic life. Dom learned a lot from his time in the battlefield, and he’s going to share that wisdom with you in this episode. Trust me, you want to hear this! Watch now to listen to one of the most inspirational people I know! Help us share the truth and beauty of the Gospel and reach...

Fear. Everyone feels it. Even my buddy Dom Raso, a Navy SEAL. But here’s the thing about fear. If you try really hard to NOT feel afraid, you’ll get even more anxious. As Dom will tell you, what you gotta do is redirect your fear with a mindset of faith, rooted in God and His truth. This week, Dom’s back on the show to explain four ways you can redirect your fear. And trust me, they work. He’s BEEN there and DONE that in over 350 combat missions. If you put his advice into practice, you’ll be...

Even the most faithful Catholics struggle with discernment. Figuring out what God wants can really stress you out. But when you develop your discernment skills, you can relax. There’s no peace like knowing you’re in tune with God’s will. That’s why it’s so cool to have Fr. Timothy Gallagher with us! He’s spent years deep-diving into Ignatian prayer and the Rules for Discernment. He’s also written some excellent books of discernment advice, which you’re going to hear from. If you’ve ever felt...

Sometimes it can feel impossible to meet God in our daily lives. Fitting real prayer in between our daily duties is difficult, and most of us don’t even know what it means to meditate on God’s presence. Fortunately, Fr. Timothy Gallagher is back with more incredible advice for meeting God in our own lives! He’ll tell you about the awesome program for spirituality given to us by St. Ignatius of Loyola, which has formed Catholic heroes like St. Isaac Jogues, Mother Teresa and St. Francis de...

Chris sits down with Dan McCoy, a Paralympian gold medalist, to discuss faith, his life, and more. Help us share the truth and beauty of the Gospel and reach Catholics worldwide. Become an Augustine Institute Mission Circle Partner. Join the Mission Circle today!

This week, we have another top athlete with us. She is a former Division I soccer player at the University of Connecticut. Samantha Kelley is the president of FIERCE athlete, a program designed to help women understand their femininity in the context of athletic competition. Samantha knows the challenges that women face in sports, from a toxic culture to the difficulty of figuring out how femininity fits in athletics. In fact, these are all struggles she faced herself at UConn. Fortunately,...

“In good times and in bad” (or some variant) is a vital part of the marriage vows every Catholic couple says on their wedding day. But sometimes those “bad times” are actually much worse than we expect. Coldness, selfishness, infidelity and more can make many couples’ marriages go from a fairy tale to a nightmare, and healing the resulting wounds can feel impossible. Fortunately, there is a way to find love, tenderness and forgiveness in your marriage. Our guests, Jackie and Wadi Barreto,...

What does alcohol have to do with the spiritual life? How are Catholics called to enjoy alcohol? Is there a right way to do it? Sit down with Chris Stefanick and Dr. Jared Staudt as they discuss these questions and more on the Chris Stefanick Show.

Joy is something we all seek. We want to live a joyful life. But what is joy? Join Chris Stefanick as he explores joy and dives into this life-giving topic.

THIS CONTENT IS INTENDED FOR MATURE AUDIENCES. PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED. The topic of conversation between Jason Evert and Chris Stefanick is about the dangers of pornography along with resources and practical tips on overcoming this addiction. More resources are available at Jason Evert's website chastity.com

Way to go, everyone! We got through Lent and made it to Easter! So… what happens now? (And I don’t mean trading fish and fasting for chocolate and jelly beans.)You see, we’re not going back to our normal lives again. Because Jesus has RISEN from the dead. And that’s shocking news. Sounds like I’m overreacting? Think about it. Our world is obsessed with death. We do whatever we can to avoid it. But we can’t control the fact we’re going to die. Yet God became a man who died and then defeated...

We all know the Bible says to “love your neighbor as yourself.” But here’s the funny thing: We’re usually better at loving our neighbor than loving ourselves! Sure, we all get a little down on ourselves sometimes. But God doesn’t want you to constantly focus on what’s wrong with yourself. He wants you to love yourself – and He’s better at affirmation than anyone else! So, if you want the joy that comes from replacing your negative self-talk with God’s Word, then this may be the most important...

A while back, I had Jim Beckman on the show, and we talked about healing from abuse. And… wow. We got so much heartfelt feedback. (Seriously, you guys are the best.) But a lot of you asked about hearing this from a woman’s perspective. So, I talked to my wife, Natalie, and she agreed to come on the show and tell her story. What you’re going to hear is a story that touched our marriage specifically. But I hope our own journey of hope and healing will give you strength in your own journey...

We always say that conversion is a possibility for anyone. But it can be tempting to think that there’s no hope for some people. Dr. Joseph Pearce used to be one of those people. He used to be a white supremacist neo-Nazi, and even spent time in prison. Now? He’s one of the top Catholic intellectuals in the world, with works on Lewis, Tolkien, Shakespeare, Belloc, and more! He also has served as an editor for the Augustine Institute, the Imaginative Conservative, and other intellectual...