Risus et Bellum! The Glad Trad Podcast is a series highlighting positive and exciting changes happening in Catholic Church, namely the rediscovery of the Traditional Latin Mass and a commitment to Catholic Orthodoxy. Oh, along with pipe smoking, rosary clutching, and some memes, naturally.
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Is Africa the FUTURE of the Catholic Church?
Support the Glad Trad Podcast ! I was blessed to attend the 2026 Church Life Africa Conference in Nigeria, which was also my first time in Africa. To be around so many young Catholics, and hear of their triumphs and problems was a deeply beautiful experience. Let me share my thoughts on the experience, and pray for the Church in Africa and for all those Christians who are martyred to this very…
How Ad Orientem Can SAVE the Liturgy w/ Dr. Peter Kwasniewski | Trad Chat 27
Support the Glad Trad Podcast ! Ad Orientem is one of the most striking postures of the Mass, and it immediately conveys a sense of elevated worship and reverence. Why this beautiful and ancient practice has fallen into disuse God only knows, but there's hope! Dr. Peter Kwasniewski joins to discuss his new booklet, Ad Orientem, the Direction that Changes Everything, and why this simple…
How Catholics can DRESS Better w/ Anna Kalinowska | Trad Chat 26
Support the Glad Trad Podcast ! We have obviously lost our wits on how to dress in the culture. But author Anna Kalinowska has just written a practical book on the Catholic philosophy on dress to help us reclaim this important hallmark of beauty, decency, and order. 'Clothed With Beauty' has easily become one of my favorite reads of the year, and I'm so excited to share this great conversation…
Support the Glad Trad Podcast ! Many people entered the Catholic Church this Easter, including family members! It is wonderful to have so many new and vibrant Catholics, but it can often feel like the cradles are the old guard, and left behind! Not true Squad! In fact, there is much us veterans can do to help keep the new kids from burning out. Thank you to our Patrons / Channel Members: Kate…
She Grew Up Protestant, but Converted to CATHOLICISM w/ Chloe Burnett | Trad Chat 25
Support the Glad Trad Podcast ! Chloe Burnett started life as a Protestant who attended Catholic schools. From there she fell in love with the Catholic faith, officially converting Easter of last year and making her part of this growing trend of young people discovering Christ's Church. We have a great conversation about her conversion, the importance of modesty and fashion, and photographing the…
Support the Glad Trad Podcast ! I may lose some folk here, but have an open mind and maybe pop a chill pill... The truth is that the SSPX plays a vital role in the Church, and as long as this crisis of confusion reigns, they will continue to have a role. That being said, we should pray for full communion, and be considerably more charitable to our fellow Catholics. Thank you to our Patrons /…
Creator of Catholic Dating App tells what Men and Women REALLY Want w/ Chuck Gallucci | Trad Chat 24
Chuck Gallucci created Catholic Chemistry to help Catholics navigate the world of dating in an intentional way. I am a user of the app, and we have a great discussion the ups and downs of dating, the dynamics of men and women, and special tips to help online dating. Check out Chuck's Channels https://www.instagram.com/catholicchemistry/ https://www.youtube.com/@CatholicChemistryDatingApp Thank you…
Support the Glad Trad Podcast Happy New Year! It's easy for Christians and Catholics to feel a mixture of excitement and dread in the new year. But God is inviting us to play a part in His great plan for history! Here's to 2026, and remember - be a good lion, but not tame. Thank you to our Patrons / Channel Members: Kate Elmini Eldridge Yorkshire Carol J Brenda Allor Allan Smith Kathryn Burks…
I Tried - and FAILED - the Advent Ember Days | What I Learned
Support the Glad Trad Podcast Merry almost Christmas! The Ember Days are an ancient but important seasonal time for Catholics, but they've fallen out of memory. Many Trads are picking them back up, and I wanted to try. Yeah, didn't work out... But it taught me the importance of beautiful Catholic traditions, and I can't wait to try again! Thank you to our Patrons / Channel Members: Kate Elmini…
Why Trad Catholics are the SECRET KEY to Saving the Cities w/ Elizabeth Vennari | Trad Chat 23
The amazing Elizabeth Vennari joins to talk about growing up in a Traditional Catholic family, arts and music, and the secret sauce to being a writer. Check out Elizabeth's substack here ! Thank you to our Patrons / Channel Members: Kate Elmini Eldridge Yorkshire Carol J Brenda Allor Allan Smith Kathryn Burks Emilio Perea Janet Weipert Patrick MacEgan Follow us @gladtradpodcast Video Episodes on…