Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2023-03-15 - The Holy Eucharist

Fr. Spitzer and Doug Keck explain the first and most important habit for deepening our spiritual conversion is participation in the Eucharistic liturgy, and the reception of the real presence of the Lord at Communion.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2023-03-08 - Pride Pt. 7

Our hosts examine the sin of pride in literature by looking at Shakespeare’s Macbeth, showing how no one can escape being judged by one’s own actions. Plus, topics in the news, viewer questions and our book of the month.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2023-03-01 - Pride Pt. 6

Fr. Spitzer and Doug Keck discuss examples of pride from literature. In Milton’s “Paradise Lost,” Father explains how the devil tries to convince fellow fallen angels it is better to reign in hell than serve in heaven.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2023-02-22 - Pride Pt. 5

A growing number of non-Catholics seek ashes on Ash Wednesday, Vermont moves to relax rules for assisted suicide, the plumeting birth rate in Japan and our increased vulnerability when we separate ourselves from Christ.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2023-02-15 - Pride Pt. 4

Fr. Spitzer and Doug discuss the destructiveness of pride in the Bible, as when Saul was transformed from a humble man to a proud king who flagrantly disobeyed the Lord. Plus, a first-hand look at miracles from Lourdes.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2023-02-01 - Pride Pt. 3

As they examine the sin of Pride, Fr. Spitzer and Doug Keck explain why a proud man undermines and injures others for the sheer pleasure of it. Causing pain to others gives him control and makes him feel superior.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2023-01-25 - Pride Pt. 2

As they cover topics from Father’s book, our hosts explain how pride results in the marginalization of God, religion, empathy and conscience, causing the ascendency of the absolute, arbitrary and the cruel use of power.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2023-01-18 - Pride Pt. 1

Fr. Spitzer and Doug Keck reflect upon the death of George Cardinal Pell, and discuss the upcoming Marches for Life. Plus, how the growth of pride triggers a corresponding decline of empathy, conscience, care and love.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2023-01-04 - Envy Pt. 3

The enduring impact of Benedict XVI’s papacy. Plus, Fr. Spitzer and Doug discuss Envy, a nearly uncontrollable irrational passion, bordering on intense hatred, that will eventually consume the person from which it comes.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-12-28 - Answering Viewers’ Questions

Just when our hosts thought they’d answered all of our viewers’ questions about Christmas, a new mailbag has arrived with many more. See what’s on the minds of Catholics as they approach this most holy of seasons.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-12-21 - Answering Viewers’ Questions About Christmas

Questions about Christmas are on the agenda for today’s show. Doug and Fr. Spitzer discuss their Christmas traditions and plans, and respond to queries from our viewers about Advent and the true meaning of Christmas.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-12-07 - Envy Pt. 1

Fr. Spitzer and Doug Keck discuss how the sin of envy figures prominently in the Bible and lies at the center of two important initial narratives in Genesis: the story of Adam and Eve, and the story of Cain and Abel.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-11-30 - Answering Viewer's Questions

Fr. Spitzer and Doug Keck respond to questions on the minds of our viewers. Topics include angels, rosary beads, religious articles, non-Catholic prayers, the weather, apostolic pardons, the final judgment and anxiety.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-11-23 - Vanity Pt. 3

Doug Keck and Fr. Spitzer explain how vanity has undermined everything of substance in our culture, threatening its future as well as the individuals within it. So why does it continue to be the deadly sin of choice?

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-11-16 - Vanity Pt. 2

Expanding on his book, Fr. Spitzer and Doug Keck discuss how vanity has the power to undermine our identity, relationships with others, emotional state, and even our ability to accept salvation when it is offered to us.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-11-09 - Vanity

Doug Keck and Fr. Spitzer discuss how vanity leads us to believe the façade we present to others is what people are interested in, not who we truly are. And a surprising study on the priesthood from Catholic World Report.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-11-02 - The Deadly Sins

Father Spitzer and Doug Keck talk about doing the right thing for the wrong reasons, and how Satan’s influence can discourage even our most noble ambitions. Plus, the latest news topics and questions from the audience.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-10-26 - Satan As an Angel of Light

Father Spitzer and Doug Keck talk about doing the right thing for the wrong reasons, and how Satan’s influence can discourage even our most noble ambitions. Plus, the latest news topics and questions from the audience.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-10-19 - Satan Uses the Culture for Large Scale Temptation Pt. 3

The latest developments on abortion in the news, questions from our viewers, and our hosts discuss how Satan can use Affective Desolation to keep us from doing good, as they cover more topics from Father’s new book.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-10-09 - Special Family Celebration Fr Spitzer's Universe

EWTN personalities join Fr. Spitzer and Doug Keck for this live edition of Father Spitzer’s Universe. Guests include Fr. Mitch, Johnnette Williams, Jerry Usher, Debbie Georgianni, Crystalina Evert and David Anders.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-10-05 - Satan Uses the Culture for Large Scale Temptation Pt. 2

The latest news topics and questions from viewers. Plus, our hosts discuss how morally relativistic philosophies ignore conscience, and lead to the abandonment of objective principles, utilitarianism, and situationism.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-09-28 - Satan Uses the Culture for Large Scale Temptation Pt. 1

Doug and Fr. Spitzer discuss how Satan tempts people by pushing the entitlement culture, that we’re each entitled to good things in life without sacrificing. That, plus the latest news on the battle against abortion.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-09-21 - Satan's Preparation for Effective Temptations Pt. 3

A believer’s best defense against temptation is the subject of today’s discussion. Fr. Spitzer explains how the three divine gifts of faith, empathy and conscience are an effective tool against Satan’s machinations.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-09-14 - Satan’s Preparation for Effective Temptations Pt. 2

Satan uses a variety of tactics to tempt us. Doug and Father Spitzer look at some of those ways, and examine news stories, answer viewer questions and review fascinating books available from the EWTN Religious Catalogue.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-09-07 - Satan's Preparation for Effective Temptations

Satan’s favorite tool is temptation. Today, Doug and Fr. Spitzer explain how temptation functions, and also how prudence, temperance, and fortitude mitigate it, helping the believer to reduce and resist temptation.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-08-31 - Customizing Temptation Pt. 8

Fr. Spitzer and Doug review Dr. Ray Guarendi’s latest book, discuss why Christians support abortion rights, and explain how Satan begins in childhood trying to undermine the religious commitment and beliefs of a person.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-08-24 - Answering Viewers Questions

Today, Doug and Fr. Spitzer focus on your questions. Hear their viewpoints, and the Church’s teaching, on issues such as abortion, divorce and remarriage, keeping the faith, respecting the dead, and fallen angels.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-08-17 - Customizing Temptation Pt. 7

Satan has promoted a false doctrine that God looks only at a believer’s imperfections, not the good they have within. Today, Fr. Spitzer and Doug Keck dispel that myth, and discuss topics and stories making news.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-08-10 - Viewers Questions

Questions for Fr. Spitzer include whether a Catholic turned atheist can be saved, do Mary and the saints play a role in exorcisms, and is the Shroud of Turin a product of medieval photography? Hear his surprising answers.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-08-03 - Viewers Questions

With the recent Supreme Court decision on abortion, many Catholics have questions regarding the Church’s teaching. Fr. Spitzer answers them all, including ectopic pregnancies, frozen embryos, and end of life care.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-07-27 - Customizing Temptation Pt. 6

Drawing on topics from his new book, Fr. Spitzer illustrates one of Satan’s favorite tactics. He convinces the non-religious person that the good things he or she does are enough, and there’s no need for God or religion.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-07-20 - Customizing Temptation Pt. 5

Doug and Fr. Spitzer debate the latest stories in the news, while continuing their review of Father’s new book. They discuss the importance of chastity and humility as we follow the inspirations of the Holy Spirit.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-07-13 - Customizing Temptation Pt. 4

The Holy Spirit never stops providing inspiration for us to choose God, but it’s up to us to make the choice. Doug and Fr. Spitzer discuss this, plus how to answer 5 key questions about abortion and the Catholic Church.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-07-06 - Answering Viewers Questions

Questions sent in by viewers include demonic possession, how to treat those with same-sex attraction, marriages without the possibility of conception, obligations for end of life care, and sins that priests cannot absolve.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-06-29 - Customizing Temptation Pt. 3

Father Spitzer and Doug explore seven myths about overturning Roe v. Wade, and discuss how Satan disguises the emptiness, alienation and loneliness arising from a life of depravity by providing false consolations.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-06-22 - Customizing Temptation Pt. 2

Doug and Fr. Spitzer discuss Supreme Court rulings, anti-Catholic attacks and threats against pregnancy centers. Plus, more topics from Father’s book, including why those without religious convictions are easy to tempt.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-06-15 - Customizing Temptation Pt. 1

How does the devil always know which sins are the most attractive to us? Fr. Spitzer and Doug discuss how to resist temptation, and debate whether a Catholic professor can maintain his identity in a secular school.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-06-01 - The Cardinal Virtues Pt. 2

Continuing their discussion on cardinal virtues, Doug and Fr. Spitzer show how the power of conscience brands evil actions with deep feelings of shame and guilt, while branding good actions with honor and nobility.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-05-25 - The Cardinal Virtues

Fr. Spitzer and Doug Keck discuss the Texas school shooting, the decision to prohibit Nancy Pelosi from receiving Communion, and how the cardinal virtues can be a useful tool to help us fight and resist temptation.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-05-18 - Human Freedom Pt. 2

Fr. Spitzer and Doug Keck discuss frozen embryos, Planned Parenthood profits and how temptation can be viewed in a completely secular sense, forsaking long-term goals for the satisfaction of temporary strong urges.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-05-11 - Human Freedom

At the center of free will is our capacity for self-consciousness. As they cover topics from Father’s new book, Doug and Fr. Spitzer explain how this enables us to create our own inner world and our own moral essence.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-05-04 - Two Common Defenses Against Evil Pt. 3

Evil spirits work within the confines of human freedom. They cannot overwhelm, suppress, or destroy freedom, because human beings are not robots. They’re responsible for their actions, and must be vigilant against evil.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-04-27 - Two Common Defenses Against Evil Pt. 2

Fr. Spitzer and Doug Keck look at two common defenses against evil, and discuss how those who spurn religion risk falling into a sense of meaninglessness and despair, mistaking their self-deception as being true freedom.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-04-20 - Two Common Defenses Against Evil

Father Spitzer’s new book “Christ vs. Satan in Our Daily Lives” shows how the Holy Spirit actively resists the suggestions of evil spirits. He and Doug discuss counter-suggestions and look at the latest news topics.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-04-13 - How the Devil Works Pt. 5

Fr. Spitzer and Doug Keck discuss the latest news, answer viewer questions and cover topics from Father’s new book. They explain how the more we progress on our path to salvation, the more it helps others do the same.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-04-06 - Viewers’ Questions

As new Marist poll shows fewer Americans attending church, one viewer asks what to do if a job conflicts with Mass. Plus, viewer questions on birth control, in vitro fertilization, and signs of a lack of faith in God.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-03-30 - Viewers’ Questions

Doug and Fr. Spitzer are answering viewer questions today, including which is the best Bible version, why is the Gospel of John so different from the others, and if God created everything, where did evil come from?

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2022-03-23 - How the Devil Works Pt. 4

Our viewers ask “Should we hate Satan?” Fr. Spitzer offers a different approach, explaining how we must have trust in the Lord. He is more active than we are as we combat the evil one and work out our path to salvation.

Father Spitzer’s Universe - 2021-12-08 - The Devil Is Real Pt. 2

Father and Doug discuss evidence that proves that Satan really exists. Viewer questions include whether Covid is a punishment from God. Plus, an explanation of the Immaculate Conception and a new book on adoption.