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Bishop Athanasius Schneider’s Credo Catechism

October 17, 2023 18:44 - 58.5 MB

Michael Lofton explores Bishop Athanasius Schenider’s new catechism Credo. He examines his position on Pope Francis, communion for adulterers, Muslim adoration and Vatican II, among other topics, and offers his feedback.

Do Clown Masses Disprove Catholicism?

October 16, 2023 23:59 - 5.45 MB

Some Eastern Orthodox apologist raise the phenomenon of clown masses in the Catholic Church as a reason to discredit the Catholic claim to be the church Jesus established? But, is this a legitimate and consistent argument for the Orthodoxy to use? And, does this argument actually disprove the Catholic claim? Michael Lofton explores this objection […]

Cardinal Burke’s Comments on Pope Francis on The World Over

October 07, 2023 00:43 - 75 MB

Michael Lofton reviews Cardinal Raymond Burke’s video interview with Raymond Arroyo on The World Over. He specifically analyzes his comments about Pope Francis, gay blessings and the synod on synodality.

Cardinal Mueller Strawmans Cardinal Fernandez

October 06, 2023 18:01 - 64.3 MB

The former head of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith, Cardinal Mueller, strawmans the current head of the dicastery, Cardinal Fernandez, with a position about the papal magisterium that he did not propose. Michael examines Cardinal Mueller’s interview with Raymond Arroyo on The World Over and shows where the interview was one grand […]

The Truth About the Shroud of Turin w/ Dale Glover and Luis Dizon

October 06, 2023 13:44 - 70 MB

Is the Shroud of Turin really the burial cloth of Jesus after his crucifixion? Dale Glover and Luis Dizon join Reason & Theology to discuss the matter with a detailed presentation!

The Pope’s Clown Mass During the Synod?

October 06, 2023 13:37 - 39.8 MB

Michael Lofton addresses the fake news that Pope Francis participated in a clown mass during the opening of the Synod on Synodality. Michael briefly reviews “That Black Catholic Chick” and her recent misrepresentation of Pope Francis on same-sex blessings. He then examines Ben Shapiro’s recent video about Pope Francis and same-sex blessings. Ben presents the […]

Pope Francis Calms the Synod Fear Storm While Others Peddle Fear and Falsehoods

October 04, 2023 19:44 - 37.1 MB

Michael Lofton compares Pope Francis’ calming of people’s fears about the synod to others who are fanning the flames and stirring up fear and controversy based on misinformation.

Pope Francis Opens Door to Blessing Gay Unions?

October 04, 2023 19:41 - 80.1 MB

Michael Lofton examines Pope Francis’ response to 5 cardinals and their dubia. He analyzes the pope’s response concerning blessing same-sex unions and questions the common narrative prevalent on social media that says Pope Francis endorsed blessing same-sex unions.

Amoris Laetitia Dubia ANSWERED!!!

October 03, 2023 18:26 - 31.9 MB

Michael Lofton covers the response of the Vatican to Cardinal Duka’s Dubia on Amoris Laetitia. This is a monumental event as it is a response to the 2016 Dubia on Amoris Laetitia and puts to rest all of the false claims made about Amoris and Pope Francis on communion for divorced and remarried couples.

Will the Dubia Cardinals Stop This Chaos?

October 03, 2023 02:08 - 26.4 MB

Michael Lofton addresses the collateral damage done after one day of the release of two Dubia by five cardinals. He covers Cardinal Fernandez’ assessment of how the five cardinals conducted themselves. Michael then asks his own Dubia to the five cardinals.

Cardinals Send ‘Dubia’ to Pope Francis!

October 02, 2023 20:20 - 95.3 MB

Michael Lofton examines the controversy of two new dubia that erupted today (October 2nd)! He reviews a timeline of events in relation to the dubia, and also examines the questions that were asked. He then analyzes Pope Francis’ response to the July dubia.

Pope’s Representative Clashes with GERMAN BISHOPS

September 29, 2023 19:51 - 32.3 MB

Michael Lofton covers Archbishop Nikola Eterović’s (Apostolic Nuncio) clash with the German bishops before the synod on synodality. He also addresses various reactions to Fr. James Altman’s call to throw Pope Francis into the Mediterranean Sea.

Pope Francis Denies VICAR OF CHRIST Title?

September 28, 2023 17:46 - 11 MB

Did Pope Francis actually deny the title Vicar of Christ? Does he ever refer to himself by this title? Michael Lofton considers the claim of Fr. James Altman and Archbishop Vigano that Pope Francis rejects this title and he sets the record straight with documented evidence about what Pope Francis really thinks about this title.

Why I’m ORTHODOX Christian by Jasmyne Theodora REFUTED

September 27, 2023 20:29 - 75 MB

Michael Lofton reviews Jasmyne Theodora’s reasons for becoming Eastern Orthodox and engages her criticisms of Catholicism.

Catholic Commentary of the Book of Sirach w/ Luis Dizon

September 27, 2023 20:27 - 74 MB

Catholic Commentary of the Book of Sirach w/ Luis Dizon

Bishop Barron vs. Taylor Marshall PARODY DEBATE

September 27, 2023 20:18 - 11 MB

Michael Lofton reviews the parody debate of the century between Bishop Robert Barron and Taylor Marshall on whether the rosary must be prayed in Latin.

Was Jesus A False Prophet? Matthew 24 Examined

September 26, 2023 16:17 - 31.2 MB

Michael Lofton examines Matthew 24 and Luke 21 and considers whether they are about Jesus’ second coming and whether they demonstrate that Jesus is a false prophet.

Taylor Marshall’s Modernist Tactic

September 26, 2023 16:14 - 15.6 MB

Michael Lofton examines Marshalls suggestion that the Synod of Bishops may change the church’s position on women’s ordination to the priesthood. He then considers Pope Pius X’s Lamentabili and shows how Marshall is using a Modernist tactic condemned by the Catholic Church.

KILL POPE FRANCIS? Fr. James Altman’s Disturbing Message

September 25, 2023 00:08 - 41.5 MB

Should Pope Francis be thrown into the deep blue sea? Fr. James Altman says yes. Michael Lofton reviews Altman’s horrific homily that advocates for this position and shows the problems with it.

An Orthodox Council That Affirmed the Papacy

September 22, 2023 20:06 - 33.4 MB

Did the seventh ecumenical council (Nicaea II, 787) accept the Catholic doctrines about the papacy? If so, how does this work with Eastern Orthodoxy who affirm Nicaea II but reject the papacy? Michael Lofton dives into the acts of the council and offers his commentary on this intriguing subject.

Is Pope Francis Really The Pope? REFUTED

September 20, 2023 00:55 - 137 MB

Michael Lofton responds to Lifesite News and John Henry Westen who discusses the question of whether Pope Francis is the pope.

Did Pope Francis Activate End-Times Prophecy? REVIEWED

September 19, 2023 14:39 - 97.8 MB

Michael Lofton reviews the discussion between Glenn Beck and Taylor Marshall on end-times prophecy, Pope Francis, Russia, the third secret of Fatima, papal heresy, Martin Luther, Bishop Strickland and Archbishop Vigano.

The First Patriarch to EXCOMMUNICATE the Pope!

September 19, 2023 14:35 - 33.8 MB

Michael Lofton looks at the acts of the Council of Chalcedon and considers why Patriarch Dioscorus of Alexandria was deposed. He then talks about the lessons that can be learned from his condemnation and applies it to Catholics and Eastern Orthodox today.

Can the Synod of Bishops Accept Women’s Ordination?

September 18, 2023 00:00 - 34.5 MB

Can the Synod of Bishops change the church’s teaching on women’s ordination? Fr. Thomas Reese SJ recently said that the synod could certainly do so. Michael Lofton examines the code of canon law on the authority of the synod and then addresses Ordinatio Sacerdotalis on the inability to ordain women to the priesthood. He then […]

Rome Will Lose the Faith? Become Seat of Antichrist?

September 17, 2023 21:15 - 17.4 MB

Michael Lofton goes over the prophecy from Our Lady of La Salette and examines the claim that Rome will lose the faith and become the seat of the Antichrist. He reveals some startling information about the seers of this apparition and also the origin of the claim about Rome and the Antichrist.

How You Might Be A Protestant Without Knowing It!

September 17, 2023 21:10 - 20.1 MB

Are some Catholics repeating the error of Martin Luther, thereby converting to Protestantism without even knowing it?! Michael Lofton examines this phenomenon and issues a sober warning to Catholics who are falling into the same errors that led Martin Luther to abandon the Catholic faith.

DESTROYING Anti-Catholic TikTok Videos (Byzantium’s Finest)

September 15, 2023 21:29 - 113 MB

Michael Lofton and Alex (Voice of Reason) watch anti-Catholic TikTok videos and dismantle them one by one with Catholic counterarguments.

Michael Lofton Responds to the Comment Section

September 14, 2023 16:15 - 52.9 MB

Michael Lofton goes through the comment section and responds to a wide range of comments and questions from viewers of the show.

Altman Claims He is NOT a Sedevacantist

September 14, 2023 14:14 - 19.8 MB

In a recent interview, “Fr.” James Altman denies that he is a sedevacantist. Michael Lofton examines what a sedevacantist and considers whether this is a deceptive tactic taken from the radical left. He also submits a survey at the end of the video offering feedback about Altman’s recent sedevacantist video.

Can We Judge the Pope? A Brief History of Papal Criticism

September 13, 2023 14:08 - 34.9 MB

Michael Lofton examines the question of judging the pope for heresy. He begins by analyzing the case of St. Paul rebuking St. Peter. He then addresses the acts of the Fourth Council of Constantinople – along with its 21st canon. Lastly, he reviews older canons as well as the current code of canon law on […]

New Doctrine Chief Warns Dissenters

September 12, 2023 23:18 - 47.6 MB

Michael Lofton reviews Archbishop (soon to be Cardinal) Ferandez’s comments about dissenters in the church. He also examines his comments about same-sex blessings and offers some charitable feedback.

Are Some Catholics Experiencing Private Revelation?

September 12, 2023 18:23 - 44.7 MB

Michael Lofton goes over Taylor Marshall’s alleged vision and Bishop Strickland’s alleged interior locution from the Blessed Virgin Mary. He then covers St. Francis De Sales and his criteria for discerning prophetic claims. He also covers the role of the Magisterium in relation to private revelation and some of the dangers to avoid.

Pope Francis Meets About Strickland Resignation

September 11, 2023 19:57 - 31.1 MB

Pope Francis just met to discuss the resignation of Bishop Joseph Strickland of Tyler, Texas. Michael Lofton addresses why this meeting took place and what will likely happen next given the facts that are known.

Archbishop Peter of Chicago Warns Flock About Fr. Peter Heers

September 11, 2023 16:33 - 45.7 MB

Michael Lofton reviews Archbishop Peter of Chicago’s (ROCOR) encyclical warning against Fr. Peter Heers. He also reviews Metropolitan Jonah’s comments about Jay Dyer and online Eastern Orthodox apologetics.

Does Ben Shapiro Understand Pope Francis?

September 09, 2023 17:07 - 56.6 MB

Ben Shapiro recently said that Pope Francis is a liberation theology and is causing a schism in the Catholic Church because of his position on climate change. Is this true? Michael Lofton examines Pope Francis’ view on liberation theology and then addresses what schism is and whether a pope can cause one. He also considers […]

What is a Sedevacantist?

September 09, 2023 00:23 - 49.7 MB

Michael Lofton covers what is a sedevacantists and explains the different kinds of sedevacantists that currently exist. He also shows how some are redefining the term and share some concerning similarities with those who redefine what is a woman. He then addresses clergy who have participated in supplied grace ceremonies and lastly addresses the new […]

Fr. James Altman: Bergoglio is NOT the Pope REVIEWED

September 08, 2023 02:15 - 94 MB

Michael Lofton examines the “heresies” that Fr. Altman accuses Pope Francis of having committed, which he also claims have led to Pope Francis losing the papacy.

Do I Have To Believe the Pope About the Environment?

September 07, 2023 21:55 - 6.32 MB

Can the pope speak about matters that are scientifically related such as ecology? Do Catholics have to assent to what he says about such things? Michael Lofton examines the scope of papal authority and settles the question once and for all.

Catholicism and the Death Penalty w/ E. Christian Brugger

September 07, 2023 21:48 - 69.4 MB

Dr. E. Christian Brugger returns to R&T to offer his evaluation of the status of the death penalty in the Catholic. He covers the Old and New Testaments on the subject. He then addresses the patristic and medieval view about the death penalty. Finally, he examines the teachings of Pope John Paul II, Pope Benedict […]

Apologetics Goon Squad: Terrorizing Anti-Catholic Arguments

September 07, 2023 21:38 - 88.5 MB

Mikewon the Chef and Voice Face Killah take over Byzantine’s finest with the Apologetics Goon Squad and offer their goon thoughts on Protestant arguments against the Catholic Church.

Is the Old Testament Reliable? w/ Dr. John Bergsma

September 05, 2023 18:23 - 59.3 MB

Dr. John Bergsma returns to R&T to offer an incredible interview about the reliability of the Old Testament. He touches on Mosaic authorship of the Pentateuch, the exodus story, Old Testament Bible difficulties, archeological evidence for the story of Sodom and Gomorrah, and much more!

Why Mike Winger is STILL WRONG About Catholicism | The Michael Lofton Show

September 05, 2023 16:44 - 98.5 MB

Michael Lofton continues his refutation of Mike Winger’s video Why Catholicism is WRONG.

Everyone Has an Opinion: A Stroll Through the Comment Section

September 05, 2023 16:38 - 42.7 MB

Michael Lofton takes a stroll through his comment section and answers commenter’s objections.

Cringy Charismatic Chaos | The Michael Lofton Show

August 31, 2023 20:32 - 111 MB

Michael Lofton reviews charismatic phenomena such as being “slain in the spirit,” speaking gibberish (tongues), prophetic “words of knowledge,” and protestant exorcisms. He then compares them to Scripture – especially what St. Paul says in 1 Corinthians 14.

Why Won’t Pope Francis Just Excommunicate the Heretics Already?

August 30, 2023 15:41 - 37.2 MB

Why doesn’t Pope Francis just excommunicate heretics and schismatics by name? Why doesn’t he get rid of bad bishops who are devouring the flock? Why doesn’t the pope simply condemn pro-abortion politicians and command that the Eucharist be withheld from them? Michael Lofton examines the words and though to Pope Francis and offers answers to […]

Pope Francis Comments on USA Catholics

August 29, 2023 23:25 - 51.4 MB

Michael Lofton examines the recent comments made by Pope Francis in conversation with Jesuits in Portugal. He explores Pope Francis’ view of Catholics in the United States and shows where his view is accurate and other areas that may be incomplete. This is then followed by a focus on development of doctrine and the death […]

Berlin Bishop Backs Blasphemous Blessings!

August 28, 2023 23:03 - 79.8 MB

Michael Lofton addresses Archbishop Kock of Berlin, Germany, who recently came out saying he will not discipline priests in his diocese who bless same-sex unions – despite Pope Francis’ decision forbidding same-sex blessings. Michael shows the problems with Kock’s position and then explores similarities with the Nuns of Arlington, Texas who doubled down on their […]

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