Special Guest Host Matthew Bunson

Talking about the “Things That Matter Most” on October 3, 2017

4:00 – Where have all the Good Films Gone?  

It was a bad summer at the box office, which posted numbers far below last year despite blockbusters like Wonder Woman and Guardians of the Galaxy 2.  Despite the low turnout, some films were well-received, including Dunkirk and Spider-Man: Homecoming. Steven Greydanus  joins us with a review of recent films and a look to the fall. We’ll also discuss the news that the word “God” will not be used in the new Star-Trek series, and how religion has been portrayed in the classic Sci-Fi series.

4:40 – Christianity’s Undeniable Contributions to Science  

Christians are often portrayed as simple-minded, anti-scientific people living in a fantasy world and prohibiting progress and discovery. But Christian thinking is needed for scientific progress, something that’s been demonstrated for centuries. We’ll discuss it with Stacy Trasancos.

5:00 –Capitol Hill Roundup

The House of Representatives will vote today on a pain-capable abortion ban, which would ban abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy except when the mother’s life is in danger. Jason Calvi joins us with a look at this story and a review of other news out of Congress.   

5:40 – 8 Modern Errors Every Catholic Should Know and Avoid

There are many errors in our time that masquerade as wisdom and balance, but are actually falsehoods that lead us and others away from God. It’s important to understand these errors and the truths that refute them. We’ll break them down with Monsignor Charles Pope.