13 Best Catholic Theology Podcasts

1. The Thomistic Institute

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The Thomistic Institute exists to promote Catholic truth in our contemporary world by strengthening the intellectual formation of Christians at universities, in the Church, and in the wider public square. The thought of St. Thomas Aquinas, the Universal Doctor of the Church, is our touchstone.The Thomistic Institute Podcast features the lectures and talks from our conferences, campus chapters events, intellectual retreats, livestream events,  and much more. Founded in 2009, the Thomistic Institute is part of the Pontifical Faculty of the Immaculate Conception at the Dominican House of Stud..MORE Producer/Network The Thomistic Institute
Email ****@dhs.edu
Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Recent Guests Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P.
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 923Facebook 23.8KTwitter 20KInstagram 30.9K Avg Length 47 min Format Long form Get Email Contact Get access to full database of 2.7M podcastsCreate podcast lists, export in spreadsheet or CSV file with email contacts and start your podcast outreach in minutes.Sign Up for Free with Email Continue with Google

2. Catholic Theology Show

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Presented by Ave Maria University, Dr. Michael Dauphinais, Chair and Professor of Theology, sits down with colleagues and friends to discuss Catholic theology. Ave Maria is a Catholic University located in Southwest Florida. This Catholic podcast covers themes such as the value of a Catholic higher education, religious liberty, how to pray, the philosophies of Thomas Aquinas and more!MORE Hosts Dr. Michael Dauphinais, Michael Middendorf
Producer/Network Ave Maria University
Email ****@avemaria.edu
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Dr. Aaron Kheriaty, Dr. Andrew Swafford
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 327 Avg Length 58 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

3. Aquinas 101 - Course 1: Why Aquinas?

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This is the course listening for Aquinas 101 - Course 1: Why Aquinas?--the first of six courses that together make up the Aquinas 101 Course. Each podcast episode accompanies a course video and course reading. If you haven't enrolled already to receive semiweekly emails with all the materials, be sure to do so at http://www.aquinas101.com. Because it matters what you think!MORE Producer/Network The Thomistic Institute
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 266 Avg Length 39 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

4. Way of the Fathers

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A podcast about the Fathers and Doctors of the Church—the foundational figures of Christian history. A production of CatholicCulture.org. Currently covering all the Doctors of the Church! Seasons 1-3 were hosted by Mike Aquilina. Seasons 4-5 are hosted by Dr. Jim Papandrea. 1: The Church Fathers 2: The Early Ecumenical Councils 3: Cities of God 4: Heresies 5: Doctors of the Churcch Episodes marked as bonus are on miscellaneous topics.MORE Hosts Dr. Jim Papandrea, Mike Aquilina
Producer/Network CatholicCulture.org
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 262 Avg Length 29 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

5. Classical Theism Podcast

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The Classical Theism Podcast aims to defend Catholic Christian ideas in conversation. With the help of various guests, I defend three pillars of the Catholic Christian worldview: (1) the God of classical theism exists, (2) Jesus is our Messiah and Lord, and (3) He founded the Catholic Church. We place a strong emphasis on the first pillar, defending classical theism, drawing upon the work of Thomistic philosopher Dr. Edward Feser and many others. Thanks for listening! John ****@classicaltheism.comMORE Host John DeRosa
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 176Twitter 344 Avg Length 66 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

6. Creedal

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Zac Crippen discusses Catholic theology (and culture through the lens of Catholic theology) with guests from all over the world.
Host Zac Crippen
Producer/Network Creedal
Email ****@creedalpodcast.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 57Instagram 138 Avg Length 55 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

7. Sed Contra: A Podcast of Catholic Theology

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A podcast featuring some of the founding members of The Sacra Doctrina Project discussing theological questions with other academic theologians and philosophers. The podcast takes place in a quaestiones disputatae style, encouraging lively and charitable debate. Listen to the most recent episode below.MORE Hosts Matthew Dugandzic, Taylor Patrick ONeill, Daniel Lendman, Urban Hannon
Producer/Network The Sacra Doctrina Project
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 38Facebook 644Twitter 1.9K Avg Length 57 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

8. Angelicum Thomistic Institute

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The Thomistic Institute Angelicum encourages the study of Thomas Aquinas and the Thomistic tradition as a living voice and inspiration for Catholic theology and philosophy. For more information about the Institute's programs or upcoming events please visit our website: https://angelicum.it/thomistic-institute/MORE Host Thomas Joseph White
Producer/Network Angelicum Thomistic Institute
Email ****@pust.it
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 37Facebook 10.2KTwitter 747Instagram 2.3K Avg Length 62 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

9. Encyclopedia of Catholic Theology

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The ECT is an online, open-access resource providing readers with a contemporary presentation of the teaching of the Catholic Church. www.ectplus.org
Producer/Network Encyclopedia of Catholic Theology
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 4 Avg Length 12 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

10. Centre for Catholic Studies Podcast

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The Durham Centre for Catholic Studies is the first of its kind in British higher education. It represents a creative partnership between academy and church: a centre within the pluralist, public academy for critically constructive Catholic studies of the highest academic standing.The aims of the Centre for Catholic Studies are:-To provide a distinctive forum for the creative analysis of key issues in Catholic thought, culture, and practice.-To engage, inform and shape public and ecclesial life from a leading knowledge and research base.-To engage the breadth and depth of Catholic tradition ..MORE Producer/Network Centre for Catholic Studies
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 2Facebook 79.6KTwitter 2.6KInstagram 137.3K Avg Length 50 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

11. The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz)

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In Ascension's The Catechism in a Year podcast, Fr. Mike Schmitz guides you through the entire Catechism of the Catholic Church in 365 episodes, providing explanation, insight, and encouragement along the way.Unlike any other Catechism podcast, The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) podcast follows a reading plan inspired by Ascension's Foundations of Faith approach, a color-coded approach that reveals the structure of the Catechism, making it easier to read and understand...MORE Host Father Michael Schmitz
Producer/Network Ascension Catholic Media
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 50k-250k
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 44.3K Avg Length 18 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

12. Godsplaining

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Welcome to Godsplaining: Each week Dominican friars tackle the questions that keep you up at night—faith, doubt, culture, philosophy, theology, and real life. Expect clear Catholic answers, big ideas, and conversations that spark 'aha' moments without (too much) jargon. Whether you're a cradle Catholic who loves Thomas Aquinas or just curious, pull up a chair and think deeper with us. New episodes every Thursday—subscribe now.MORE Hosts Fr. Gregory Pine, Fr. Jacob-Bertrand Janczyk, Fr. Patrick Briscoe, Fr. Bonaventure Chapman, Fr. Joseph-Anthony Kress
Producer/Network Dominican Friars Province of St. Joseph
Email ****@opeast.org
Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Recent Guests Dr. John Bergsma, Fr. Gregory Pine +3 more
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 1.3K Avg Length 37 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

13. Pints With Aquinas

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Long form discussions, debates, and teachings on the Catholic faith.Join our Locals community: https://mattfradd.locals.com/support
Host Matthew Fradd
Producer/Network Matt Fradd
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 50k-250k
Recent Guests Andrew Klavan, Bishop Athanasius Schneider +7 more
Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 7.2KFacebook 13.5KInstagram 296.5K Avg Length 101 min Format Extended Get Email Contact