Podcasts by Ask Christopher West

Big Air | ACW164 from 2022-02-21T14:00

As a man, how can I heal from past wounds and learn to become a gift? Why is it sinful to separate marital intimacy from procreation (i.e. contraception, IVF, etc.)? Having been sex...

The Way Up Is Down | ACW163 from 2022-02-14T03:00

How does being born out of wedlock and raised in two homes impact my place in the Church? I'm husband has confessed pornography addiction and infidelity. . . I want to be faithf...

Mixed Motives | ACW162 from 2022-02-08T12:00

How do you remain authentic when being true to yourself causes isolation? Do you have any advice for someone who is more attracted to comfort than greatness? How can sexual desire t...

Turn On Your Heart Light | ACW 161 from 2022-01-31T03:00

What does the Church say about tattoos? Is a marriage valid if it is never consumated? What does it mean that celibacy is a "higher calling" than marriage?

The Blessed Vision | ACW160 from 2022-01-24T03:00

How can I be merciful to myself for sinning when I was raised so well, in such a loving family? I understand the philosophical definition of love as willing the good of the other, b...

Intimacy in Abstinence | ACW159 from 2022-01-17T03:00

How can my wife and I grow in intimacy during periods of abstinence? What is the difference between Jewish marriage and Catholic marriage? Why does Jesus call God "Father"...

Be Not Afraid to Dream | ACW158 from 2022-01-10T03:00

How can I lead my partner deeper in the faith when her faith is already deeper than my own? What is the Catholic Church's teaching on circumcision? Do you have any advice for mi...

Treasure His Promises | ACW157 from 2022-01-03T03:00

Does sexual union in our fallen world inherently "defile" the man and the woman? How do I balance longing for eternity and cherishing the things of this world?

It's A Journey | ACW156 from 2021-12-27T03:00

I'm afraid my wife feels that my love is conditional based on her physical appearance. . . what should I do? What happens to celibate's sexual desires? Why are marriage and ...

He Wept with Her | ACW155 from 2021-12-20T03:00

My son attends Oxford Highschool where there was a recent shooting – he is unharmed but struggling to process the horrors of what happened. Do you have any advice? Believing that Ca...

Passion vs. Intimacy | ACW154 from 2021-12-13T03:00

Are Adam and Eve saints? When does desiring a romantic relationship become lustful, especially when using dating apps? What do you recommend for the healing and increase of desire f...

Love Matures | ACW153 from 2021-12-06T03:00

Do you have any encouragement for bringing Theology of the Body to the Anglican Church? How should I respond, as a teacher, to one of my highschool girls who thinks she is a boy? Wh...

Good Eros | ACW152 from 2021-11-29T03:00

For some reason, my wife alwasy feels depressed on Sundays. . . any advice? Is masturbation permissible to obtain a semen sample for medical testing? How do I overcome lustful thoug...

The Blessing and The Curse | ACW151 from 2021-11-22T03:00

What is the morality of embryo adoption? How do you overcome sexual sin in a dating relationship? Why does God permit the blessing of chidren to come from sinful acts?

We Need Touch! | ACW150 from 2021-11-14T03:00

Can our desires reveal God's will for us? I was a sperm donor before my conversion: what should I do? Is it wrong to ask for physicaly affection when dating?

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The Fourth Ring | ACW149 from 2021-11-08T03:00

How can I pursue Theology of the Body when my husband isn't on board? Will we still be male and female after the resurrection of the body? Is marriage worth fighting for?

I Choose You | ACW148 from 2021-11-01T03:00

What resources would you recommend for women longing to be married who cannot find a man? What are some good reasons to stop having kids? What is the best way to help a friend who i...

Grace Goes Deeper | ACW147 from 2021-10-25T03:00

Did the Holocaust influence St. John Paul II's writing? My parents are on the brink of divorce because of my father's pornography addiction. . . what can I do? Why did God m...

He's Back | ACW146 from 2021-10-18T03:00

How do we ensure our marital embrace is still open to the Holy Spirit if conception is not possible? Do you have any recommendations for healing from father wounds? How can my fianc...

Consecrated Virginity (with Jen Settle) | ACW145 from 2021-10-11T03:00

How should a woman deal with feelings of attraction to a priest?

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Freedom is Real! | ACW143 from 2021-10-04T13:00

How do I process and release feelings of resentment about my fiance's sexual past? How can I help my husband who does not agree with the Church's teaching on chastity in mar...

Freedom is Real! | ACW144 from 2021-10-04T13:00

How do I process and release feelings of resentment about my fiance's sexual past? How can I help my husband who does not agree with the Church's teaching on chastity in mar...

God Is Beauty | ACW143 from 2021-09-27T03:00

Is there such a thing as being a "gay Christian"? What resources do recommend for addressing the issue of homosexuality? Does the age gap matter when it comes to dating? Listen

Bridegroom in the Garden | ACW142 from 2021-09-21T03:00

I had a very good family growing up – why do I feel so wounded? Are all sexual sins mortal?

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The Cinnamon Rim | ACW141 from 2021-09-13T03:00

Ask Christopher West is a weekly podcast in which Theology of the Body Institute President Christopher West and his beloved wife Wendy share their humor and wisdom, answering questi...

Crowning the Bride | ACW140 from 2021-09-06T10:00

What are your insights on tying in Theology of the Body, the Eucharist and the Assumption of Mary? What advice do you have for grieving a miscarriage? What is meant by, "wives ...

The Difference Between Nude Art and Pornography | ACW139 from 2021-08-30T03:00

How do you give someone a chance without leading them on? How do I explain the difference between sacred nude art and pornography

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Does God Have a Plan for Our Bodies? | ACW138 from 2021-08-23T03:00

How can NFP bring healing in marriage? What can I say in a short conversation to introduce people to TOB?

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Define: Masculinity and Femininity | ACW137 from 2021-08-16T03:00

Do you have any resources to recommend for approaching body image and an eating disordered past with Theology of the Body? What is the definition of masculinity and femininity?

Healing from Pornography in Marriage | ACW136 from 2021-08-09T03:00

How do you advise we teach our children the solid and clear truth about same sex attraction with mercy? How do I heal from my husband's pornography addiction? Is it immoral for ...

Healing From Sexual Trauma | ACW135 from 2021-08-02T03:00

How can sex be unitive when it's used so often as a weapon? Is there and real freedom from sexual sin outside of death? How can marriage be a path to holiness?

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Marriage, Annulment, and Old Age | ACW134 from 2021-07-26T03:00

Can a Catholic marry a Muslim? Is it possibly to cohabitate chastely? What light can Theology of the Body shine on aging?

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Is He "The One"? | ACW133 from 2021-07-19T03:00

Everytime I meet a guy, I can't help wondering if he's "the one." What's wrong with me? If a woman takes the pill for health reasons, is it immoral? Can you sh...

Plan B | ACW132 from 2021-07-12T03:00

Was the Incarnation plan B? Did God know we would sin? How do I talk to my 5-year-old who has been exposed to the LGBTQ ideology?

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Wandering Eyes | ACW 131 from 2021-07-05T03:00

How do I help a loved one who has been sexually abused? Is it still wrong to have premarital sex if we know we want to be with each other forever? Is it sinful if my eyes are drawn ...

Wandering Eyes | ACW131 from 2021-07-05T03:00

How do I help a loved one who has been sexually abused? Is it still wrong to have premarital sex if we know we want to be with each other forever? Is it sinful if my eyes are drawn ...

For Nolan | ACW130 from 2021-06-28T03:00

Are wet dreams sinful? Are there any exceptions in which getting a vasectomy would be permitted?

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Christmas Cards in July | ACW129 from 2021-06-21T03:00

If a married couple is able to have children of their own, is it morally wrong to adopt children instead? Is having had a hysterectomy an imprediment to marriage? Why is Natural Fam...

Sweet As a Rose | ACW128 from 2021-06-14T03:00

Does God will the circumstances that allow illegitimate children to be born? How does one deal with not hearing God’s voice when struggling with abandonment? How do I test my heart ...

Staying in the Ache | ACW127 from 2021-06-07T03:00

How do you handle it when your spouse's words or actions hurt you? If sexual desire points to a desire for God, what do we do with the tension we feel while waiting for Him?

Cinnabon and the Beatific Vision | ACW126 from 2021-05-31T03:00

Can a woman morally learn to pole dance if her intentions are good? When is using NFP to avoid pregnancy licit, and when is it being used with a contraceptive attitude? How is the b...

Bugzooka | ACW125 from 2021-05-24T03:00

As an adult convert to the faith with an atheist husband, can I have a meaningful marriage? Should couples beyond their fertile years no longer engage in the sexual embrace since th...

Real Humility | ACW124 from 2021-05-17T03:00

How can I heal from pornography before entering into marriage? Do you have any advice for healing from a break up? How does Theology of the Body relate to the washing of the feet? Listen

Getting into the Weeds | ACW123 from 2021-05-10T03:00

What does the Church teach about cremation? How do we protect our children from the cultural gender ideology? How do I know I'm not getting married just to have sex?

Here's the Deal | ACW122 from 2021-05-03T03:00

How can I reclaim purity after falling? How can a friendship become a romantic relationship?

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Intercede for Her | ACW121 from 2021-04-26T03:00

My wife scheduled an abortion - what can I do?

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The Nitty Gritties of Love | ACW120 from 2021-04-19T03:00

How to share Theology of the Body with young children, how to discuss Catholic teaching on gender with children, and the best steps for education yourself on Theology of the Body. Listen

A Promise of Immortality | ACW119 from 2021-04-12T03:00

Why in vitro fertilization and artificial insemination are sinful. How to overcome fears of sexual intimacy. Where to find an integrated understanding of chastity.

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The Cry of Agony | ACW118 from 2021-04-05T03:00

How we got started in ministry. Healing from sexual abuse. How true art can heal the wounds of pornography.

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Forgiven and Repaired | ACW117 from 2021-03-29T03:00

If we are redeemed, why must our bodies die? How do you deal with lustful thoughts as a woman? Is it sinful to be intimate with my husband after he has had a vasectomy?

There Is A Path Before Us | ACW116 from 2021-03-22T03:00

What is an emotional affair? How can people who have been educated by pornography trust their hearts?

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The One Line Hook | ACW115 from 2021-03-15T03:00

How can I explain that living together before marriage is not a part of God's plan without having to explain hours of TOB? Do I need to tell my husband about my sexual past? Why...

Incontheivable Teachings l | ACW114 from 2021-03-08T04:00

What is your advice to someone who feels thrown away? Why is it a sin for me to cut myself but ok for St. Francis to flog himself? What hope can Theology of the Body give for my dau...

Incontheivable Teachings | ACW114 from 2021-03-08T03:00

What is your advice to someone who feels thrown away? Why is it a sin for me to cut myself but ok for St. Francis to flog himself? What hope can Theology of the Body give for my dau...

The Nitty Gritties of Discernment | ACW113 from 2021-03-01T03:00

How should I counsel someone who wants to follow the Church's teaching while his wife wants to use contraception? Should I break up with my girlfriend since we've been falli...

Married to Mary-Wendy? | ACW112 from 2021-02-22T03:00

Should I think of Mary when I kiss my wife? What's the difference between repressing something and the self-discipline? What books on TOB should I recommend to my young-adult da...

Discernment, Beauty, and Infertility | ACW111 from 2021-02-15T03:00

I believe God is calling me to marry a man whom I dated this summer but he has discerned that it is not the right time for him to have a relationship. What would you advise me to do...

Discerning the Weeds | ACW110 from 2021-02-08T03:00

How can a painful past become a source of love and bonding? Can the Catholic faith be reconciled with the theories of evolution? Should we reject Bruce Springsteen for blasphemy? Listen

We Live Ruptured Lives | ACW109 from 2021-02-01T06:00

Can experiences of sexual desire be an invitation to intercession? My wife and I recently had a miscarriage and I feel that I lost my purpose as a father. Do you know of something t...

The Soul of Woman | ACW108 from 2021-01-25T03:00

Can you give some encouragement and advice for men like me trying their best to practice chastity to not fall into self disgust and feelings of uselessness? Are women inherently mor...

The Prophet Forrest Gump | ACW107 from 2021-01-18T03:00

How do I tell the difference between the experience of love and lust? Is there such a thing as "soul mates"? I've discerned that my girlfriend and I are not called to ...

Why Do You Call Me Good? | ACW106 from 2021-01-11T03:00

Do all good people go to heaven? How do I know God's will for my life? Why do Catholics pray to saints?

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Misconceptions of St. Joseph | ACW105 from 2021-01-04T03:00

What is the reason for confession if Jesus has already forgiven our sins? What misconceptions about St. Joseph would you like to see cleared up during this year? What is the relevan...

Honor the Temple | ACW104 from 2020-12-28T03:00

How did you know they were "the one"? What is a normal age to start dating? Why do Catholics place such an emphasis on Mary?

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Don't Treat Me Like a Toaster | ACW103 from 2020-12-21T03:00

Why do Catholics have images in church? Can you give a non-religious argument for waiting until marriage for sexual intimacy? How should I pray for my future spouse?

It's Better than the Movies | ACW102 from 2020-12-14T03:00

Do you have any advice for coping with the idea of of friends having a baby outside of marriage? I want to show my love and fidelity to my wife and children but I keep falling into ...

Our Bodies Are Holy! | ACW101 from 2020-12-07T03:00

Can you talk about the quote from St. Augustine: "You have made us for yourself oh Lord, and our hearts are restless until they rest in you"? I can't get it out of my ...

The 100th Episode Celebrity Question Royale | ACW100 from 2020-11-30T03:00

What's a good strategy in the moment of temptation? Why did both Divine Mercy and Theology of the Body come into the world through Saint John Paul II? What is the secret of a go...

Theology of the Hospitalized Body | ACW99 from 2020-11-23T03:00

Is expressing my love to my husband a way of expressing it to the Lord? Can medical benefits ever justify masturbation? How does Theology of the Body impact healthcare?

Only the Lord Has Authority | ACW98 from 2020-11-16T03:00

Did Adam and Eve have sex before the fall? When I have crossed a boundary sexually, it is hard not to give up afterwards. I know this is a lie, but it feels like the truth. Even tho...

Modesty, Pornography, and Protestantism | ACW97 from 2020-11-09T03:00

Is it okay for women to wear jeans? Why do men look at pornography? What is the key difference between Catholicism and Protestantism?

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True Sexual Liberation | ACW96 from 2020-11-02T03:00

What determines gender? How do I share Theology of the Body with someone who has same-sex attraction? What are your thoughts on Vatican II?

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Altar-ing the Meaning of Sexuality | ACW95 from 2020-10-26T03:00

I heard about the terrible thing that happened in New Orleans where the priest desecrated the altar with porn stars. How could he be a priest and do something like that? With unpred...

Consecrated Virginity | ACW94 from 2020-10-19T03:00

What is Consecrated Virginity and how does it differ from religous life and other vocations? How does one discern a call to consecrated virginity? Is it possible to explain the trut...

Dating, Courtship, & Breakups | ACW93 from 2020-10-12T03:00

What key relationship advice would you offer to Catholic couples? What is the difference between courtship and dating? What is the best way to heal from a heart break from a serious...

A Pregnant Man? | ACW92 from 2020-10-05T03:00

Why is gender diversity in the work force important from a TOB perspective? I just saw a trailer for TLC's new show, "My Pregnant Husband." I don't even know how t...

A Multimedia Event! | ACW91 from 2020-09-28T03:00

If God is all powerful, why does he let bad things happen? Should a Catholic marry a non Catholic or is it necessary to be of the same faith as your spouse? How do I give my sexual ...

You Are Made for Love | ACW90 from 2020-09-21T03:00

Can a girl ask a guy out? Should a Catholic have sex outside of marriage? What powers are granted by God in the Sacrament of Matrimony?

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Who's the Captain? | ACW89 from 2020-09-14T03:00

How do you reconcile St. Paul's writings in Romans with Theology of the Body? How do you reconcile the saints' words that say Celibacy is the superior vocation when the Sacr...

We Are All Beloved | ACW88 from 2020-09-07T03:00

Do you have any advice for healing from my boyfriend's sexual past? If Peter is the rock upon which the Church is built, why is Mary given to John at the foot of the cross? My f...

Catechism, Ar Ar | ACW87 from 2020-08-31T03:00

What factors are in play when discerning openness to children in marriage? How does Theology of the Body relate to the Catechism? If God's going to be merciful anyway, why keep ...

Cheese Cake Soul Mate | ACW86 from 2020-08-24T03:00

Isn't the phrase "Natural Family Planning" somewhat misleading? What are your thoughts on a single woman fostering and perhaps adopting children? Can I expect God to c...

Freedom from the Law | ACW85 from 2020-08-17T03:00

How does taking testosterone as a man differ from a woman taking hormonal birth control or a person who identifies as transgender using hormone injections to “transition” into the o...

Within the Strike Zone | ACW84 from 2020-08-10T03:00

When it comes to praying for a spouse, to what degree should I expect God to fulfill my checklist? I read in a protestant book for women that we have no right to expect our husband ...

Prophetic Underpants | ACW83 from 2020-08-03T03:00

Is it immoral to cohabitate with your fiance due to COVID if you are not engaging in intercourse and taking measures to avoid scandal? Do you have any wisdom for overcoming the stru...

Sadness in Heaven? | ACW82 from 2020-07-27T03:00

If we won't be married in heaven, will we still be together as a family? How does God's command to "be fruitful and multiply" apply to us today?

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Mary Precedes the Patriarchy | ACW81 from 2020-07-20T03:00

Why did God create a patriarchy for the human family and for the hierarchy of his church? Why is there no gender complementarity at the altar during mass or in the organization of t...

Inviting God into the Bedroom | ACW80 from 2020-07-13T03:00

How can I experience Christ through love making? Is the path of holiness a return to Eden?

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Is the Woman to Blame? | ACW79 from 2020-07-06T03:00

What is your opinion on the negative impact popular music has on the way men treat women? Are women responsible for presenting themselves in a way that does not arouse lust? My husb...

It's in the New Testament Somewhere | ACW78 from 2020-06-29T03:00

How do I help my sister who feels she is pansexual and struggles with suicidal thoughts? Is it wrong to marvel at the beauty of someone's sexuality? Does sickness in the body re...

Do We Have a Perfect Marriage? | ACW77 from 2020-06-22T03:00

How do I understand the part of the Litany of Humility that says "from the desire of being loved, deliver me, O Jesus"? Aren't we made for love? How was your experienc...

Seeing Through the Window | ACW76 from 2020-06-15T03:00

How do I forgive my perpetually dysfunctional family? What do you think about the Latin Mass? How do I understand the part of the Litany of Humility that says "from the desire ...

The Cookie Analogy | ACW75 from 2020-06-08T03:00

My wife works for Planned Parenthood; how do I talk to her about this? Is it possible to get too "into" books, movies, and music? How did the Fall happen if we already exp...

A Beautiful Challenge | ACW74 from 2020-06-01T03:00

Are humans fundamentally "not good"? My husband needs to be intimate to feel close, and I need to feel close to be intimate. How do we resolve this disparity in our marria...

Fertility in Suffering | ACW73 from 2020-05-25T03:00

What is the difference between attraction and lust? My friend is considering using IVF to try to conceive. How can I help her? My son is going through marriage prep and has asked me...

Becoming Saintly | ACW72 from 2020-05-18T09:00

I want to practice the spiritual disciplines of the saints and mystics, but they get in the way of my being a joyful wife and mother. How do I achieve balance here? I take pride in ...

Live from the TOB Virtual Conference | ACW71 from 2020-05-11T03:00

What does the church teach about organ donation? How do I remain faithful to Church teaching on contraception while dealing with sexually abused youth? How do I deal with an abusive...

Beyond Rejection | ACW70 from 2020-05-04T03:00

I'm very saddened by the loss of the Eucharist in quarantine. What do I do? God created man (male and female) in his own image, but God is not biological. How does this work? Ho...

Christopher is a Chronic Melon | ACW69 from 2020-04-27T03:00

I have been waiting for an annulment of my previous marriage for years. Do you have any advice? Is it appropriate to say that for intersex people, God created them that way? Do you ...

Heart and Soul | ACW68 from 2020-04-20T04:00

For a non-Catholic, what is "transubstantiation"? Is my "heart" the same thing as my soul? I'm about to have my sixth Caesarean section. My doctor wants me t...

Make Peace with the Journey | ACW67 from 2020-04-13T03:00

Is taking communion spiritually the same as taking communion physically? Can we experience the true communion of persons in Eden here on Earth? As a woman, I struggle with the numbe...

In the Family | ACW66 from 2020-04-06T03:00

This week, Christopher and Wendy talk about struggles within families. How do I deal with my dad's pornography use? How do I help my mother be at peace with my upcoming marriage...

Thirsty Hearts | ACW65 from 2020-03-30T03:00

Why do people hoard toilet paper? How do I help my wife deal with my past of pornography addiction? Why is polyamory wrong?

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Trust | ACW64 from 2020-03-23T03:00

Christopher and Wendy talk about the experience of a global pandemic. Can I confess over videochat? I want to get married but I lost my virginity to a previous boyfriend before unde...

The Ember Beneath the Ash | ACW63 from 2020-03-16T03:00

My father is divorced from my mother and in a new relationship, and is now receiving the Eucharist. Should I say something? My husband has a form of Narcissistic Personality Disorde...

Called to Life | ACW62 from 2020-03-09T03:00

My boyfriend is recovering from a pornography addiction, and I'm worried about its effect on our future marriage. Should I be? Do all Catholic weddings have to take place in a C...

The Holy Land | ACW61 from 2020-03-02T03:00

Christopher and Wendy take a break from listener questions this week to discuss Christopher's recent pilgrimage to the Holy Land. What does it mean to be a pilgrim? What was wal...

The Look of Love | ACW60 from 2020-02-24T03:00

I know I'm made for motherhood, but in the midst of breastfeeding difficulties, postpartum depression, and other difficulties, my body and brain seem to resist it. How can this ...

The Rocky Road to Heaven | ACW59 from 2020-02-17T03:00

Before understanding TOB, my wife and I underwent sterilization. Can we still teach TOB? As a woman pregnant with her first child, what can TOB say to me? My girlfriend is not Catho...

Wendy Doesn't Like Surprises | ACW58 from 2020-02-10T03:00

Is it a sin to read steamy romance novels? How is it possible for me as a husband to be totally "disinterested" in my gift of self? Shouldn't I be "interested&quo...

Put It In The Light | ACW57 from 2020-02-03T03:00

Can a priest have a deep relationship with a female friend? Similarly, can a married man have a deep relationship with a female friend who is not his spouse? What does the Church te...

The Significance of the Seed | ACW56 from 2020-01-27T03:00

If masturbation isn't mentioned explicitly as a sin in the Bible, why does the Church teach that it's wrong? If my boyfriend and I feel we aren't ready for children when...

A New Hope | ACW55 from 2020-01-21T03:00

What do you think about the new Star Wars movies? What about Gone with the Wind? How do I love myself in the woman in the way I know I should?

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A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood | ACW54 from 2020-01-13T03:00

How do I talk about cohabitation with my secular friends? My wife wants to use contraception, what should I do? How does Theology of the Body speak into seminary formation and disce...

The Scandal of the "Hic" | ACW53 from 2020-01-06T03:00

I had a tubal ligation, have repented, and have been absolved, but I still feel guilt. Can you give me any guidance? Was the Crucifixion God the Father taking out his wrath on God t...

Be the Love of Christ | ACW52 from 2019-12-30T03:00

How often should married couples have intercourse? How do I relate to my relative who is undergoing a sex reassignment surgery? Is it normal to experience resistance when trying to ...

Momma, Feed Us | ACW51 from 2019-12-23T03:00

How does one get as knowledgeable about TOB as Christopher West? Is it okay for Catholics to do yoga? As a mother, I often feel conflicted about covering up to breastfeed. What does...

Love is Only Ever Just Becoming | ACW50 from 2019-12-16T03:00

What does St. Paul mean when he talks about "marital debt" in First Corinthians? I've had a hysterectomy; is this an impediment to marriage? How do I respond to people...

The Body is a Gift | ACW49 from 2019-12-09T03:00

How do I overcome the brokenness I experience as a victim of abuse and toxic relationships? What do you think about the use of Viagra? What is the right age to talk to my kids about...

Being A Person | ACW48 from 2019-12-02T03:00

Animals vs humans! Relics! Catholics going overboard on Mary! We've got it all this week!

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It's All About the Gravy | ACW47 from 2019-11-25T03:00

We're a young couple in college and we're very much in love. What advice do you have for keeping our relationship chaste? What do you think about cursing during prayer? What...

Blood and Water | ACW46 from 2019-11-18T03:00

How can TOB help me as I give spiritual directions to others, particularly young people? What light can TOB shed on the spiritual significance of menstruation?

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Christopher's Talk in the Sistine Chapel | ACW45 | Bonus Episode from 2019-11-11T03:00

As Christopher and Wendy take a week off, we share a very special talk from Christopher in the Sistine Chapel, which John Paul II called "The Shrine of Theology of the Body&quo...

The Gift of Self | ACW44 from 2019-11-04T03:00

My wife and I spent many years living in a state of serious sexual sin. How do we deal with this now that we have decided to change our lives? As a young woman experiencing same-sex...

Atomic Pumpkin Glory | ACW43 from 2019-10-28T03:00

My husband and I are unable to have physical relations at the moment. How do we maintain our intimacy? Why did we inherit the Original Sin of Adam and Eve if we did not personally c...

The Church is a She | ACW42 from 2019-10-21T03:00

Why is the Church referred to as a "She?" What's going on with the JPII Institute in Rome? My health makes it difficult for my husband and I to have marital relations,...

The Soul of Christ | ACW41 from 2019-10-14T03:00

What does the Anima Christi prayer tell us about TOB? Should I be using NFP to avoid pregnancy? How do I talk to my daughter about transgenderism?

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Choose Love | ACW40 from 2019-10-07T03:00

How have criticisms of your work changed how you teach TOB? What is the "disinterested gift of self"? Is hell real?

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The Interior Gaze | ACW39 from 2019-09-30T03:00

What does TOB teach about individuals with physical, emotional, or intellecutal disabilities? What is "the interior gaze" and why does it matter? How do I recover from bul...

The Marriage Business | ACW38 from 2019-09-23T06:00

Does the Church need to "get out of the marriage business?" Can I encounter God through rap music? What's your opinion on married priests?

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Receiving His Mercy | ACW37 from 2019-09-16T06:00

How do I help my future potential spouse understand the shameful parts of my sexual past? I have many secular friends, whom I love very much. How do I respond to an invitation to a ...

In the Womb | ACW36 from 2019-09-09T06:00

My priest instructed women to cover their shoulders at mass. Was this the right call? Why does God give us desires if they seem impossible to attain? How do I deal with the shame I ...

What for Questions | ACW35 from 2019-09-02T06:00

If I'm called to the celibate life, I feel like I would be missing out on so much! What does TOB have to say about the celibate life? What is the difference between delighting i...

Christopher, Wendy, and the Moon | ACW34 from 2019-08-26T06:00

What are your thoughts on dress and modesty? Is there a theology to the menstrual cycle? Is it OK if our honeymoon sex was kind of awkward? This episode of Ask Christopher West feat...

The Ground is Level at the Foot of the Cross | ACW33 from 2019-08-19T06:00

What advice do you have to those expecting their first child? What should I be thinking about when choosing my child's name? Is forgiveness as depicted in the movie "The Sh...

Wendy Goes Backpacking | ACW32 from 2019-08-12T06:00

If no one is given or received in marriage in heaven, what will be the primary purpose of our bodies? My husband and I were married outside the church, and are seeking an annulment ...

The Wounds of Christ | ACW31 from 2019-08-05T06:00

I feel that my eating disorder has ruined my body. How is God's glory revealed through MY body, which is so often shameful to me? My brother-in-law has dwarfism, and retains som...

Love is Worth It | ACW30 from 2019-07-29T09:00

What was your dating story? As a divorced person, should I seek an anullment? I have some friends who are seriously discussing polyamory, and whether monogamy is even worth it. What...

Let the Flowers Grow | ACW29 from 2019-07-22T09:00

Why does the Church teach against pre-marital sex? Were Adam & Eve unmarried? How do all the difficult parts of marriage fit into the idea that "God wants to marry us"...

It Is Very Good | ACW28 from 2019-07-15T08:00

Why is the priestly vocation for men only? As a man, how do I determine whether I am looking at a woman's body in a way that is loving, not lustful?

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Christopher Needs a Pickle Counselor | ACW27 from 2019-07-08T08:00

Some celibate religious feel a sense of loss or regret towards marriage and family life. What advice would you give to priests and religious who are struggling in this way? As a wom...

The Misadventure of Christopher | ACW26 from 2019-07-01T08:00

How do I get started learning about TOB? How do I abstain from participating in Pride Month activities, while still showing compassion for all people? Does TOB give guidance on taki...

The Misadventure of Wendy | ACW25 from 2019-06-24T08:00

What's the deal with mortification? Did Adam and Eve really exist? How do I go about understanding my vocation as a celibate woman? As a Protestant woman, how to I share TOB wit...

Grace Is Your Name | ACW24 from 2019-06-17T08:00

How can TOB help me heal spiritually from anorexia? Why does the Church teach against contraceptives? Is watching Game of Thrones okay? As a woman who has struggled with pornography...

Wendy's Work | ACW23 from 2019-06-10T08:00

As a single young woman, should I be open to marrying someone who doesn't share my faith? How does Wendy feel about not being able to tour and speak like Christopher? What bible...

Cheese and the Sacred Heart | ACW22 from 2019-06-03T08:00

Any recommendations for a couple that is dating who wants to include TOB in their relationship? Do you think the "Culture of Death" that we currently live in can be overco...

Questions from Confirmation | ACW21 from 2019-05-27T17:45

Confirmation students from St. James Catholic Church in Charles Town, WV submit their questions to Christopher and Wendy! How do I talk to my non-Catholic friends about hot-button i...

Christopher's Car Goes for a Ride | ACW20 from 2019-05-20T09:00

How can a Catholic artist include their faith in their work? How do we help children in the process of exploring their bodies? What kind of faith formation experiences are out there...

I've Got the Power | ACW19 from 2019-05-13T11:00

How do I address a verbally abusive husband? What does the Church teach on the vocation of singlehood, both as a permanent and temporary state? Is it okay for a woman to wear a biki...

Become Who You Are | ACW18 from 2019-05-06T11:00

I understand mentally how important Jesus is, but how do I cultivate a real relationship with him? Why does St. Paul speak so negatively about marriage and sexuality? What's all...

Wendy and the Granola Avalanche | ACW17 from 2019-04-29T15:00

How do I know if the girl I am dating is "The One"? I have experienced a lot of spiritual growth since entering into my marriage, but my husband is not. He is not interest...

Skydiving with Christopher | ACW16 from 2019-04-22T18:00

I've been married before; can I be a consecrated virgin? What does chastity look like for engaged couples? How do I help couples who are struggling with practicing NFP? Christop...

Working at Wendy's | ACW15 from 2019-04-15T11:00

This episode contains subject matter of an intimate marital nature.

How do I deal with post-graduation life outside the "Catholic bubble"? Do you ...

I Choose You | ACW14 from 2019-04-08T10:00

What can TOB teach us about work? My wife wants to contracept, but I don’t. How would you recommend I handle this situation? Do you have any specific songs that speak to your love o...

The Lord is Calling | ACW13 from 2019-04-01T09:00

As a couple in the perimenopausal stage of life, how should we handle issues surrounding NFP, irregular cycles, and prolonged periods of abstinence? As a husband, I feel that my wif...

The Cross is Real | ACW12 from 2019-03-25T06:00

How do I live my single-ness while in the process of an annulment? If you had only 30 minutes to talk to an RCIA class on Theology of the Body, what would you say? My husband is suf...

Wendy and the "Good Bread" | ACW11 from 2019-03-18T06:00

As a newlywed, how can my spouse and I live out the TOB message in our parish community? What do we do when our first year of marriage doesn't feel like a "honeymoon year&q...

In Which Christopher Quacks | ACW10 from 2019-03-11T06:00

As a single person in my thirties, how do I cope with the desire to be married? As a happily married man, how do I ensure that my sexual desire for my wife is expressed in love and ...

The Socks on the Floor | ACW9 from 2019-03-04T06:00

A lot of people support the Sexual Revolution (and everything that comes with it) out of genuine compassion for their fellow man. How do we best address or dialogue with people in t...

Our Kids Have Two Parents, and You're One of Them | ACW8 from 2019-02-25T06:00

Do I have to be a "slave" to God? As a minister, how do I figure out the balance between work and life balance? What role does male/female complementarity play in parentin...

Getting Un-Stuck | ACW7 from 2019-02-18T06:00

Why all the emphasis on dressing modestly? Why are we focusing on that and not on seeing others as people, not objects? As a youth minister, how do I help my teens see the beauty of...

The Fridge is Dead, but My Soul is Alive | ACW6 from 2019-02-11T06:00

Cake or pie? Seriously, that's a question this episode. Also, do you have any advice for my husband and I as we give a talk about NFP to a group of engaged couples? How do we be...

The Best a Man Can Get? | ACW5 from 2019-02-04T06:00

A few weeks ago, Gillette released an ad commenting on masculinity and its place within society. Christopher and Wendy answer questions people have submitted on this particular topi...

May Your Joy Be Complete | ACW4 from 2019-01-28T06:00

I'm a gay Catholic woman, living a chaste life. Why did God make me this way? Why should Theology of the Body matter to me as much as it does to you? What do I tell my teen who ...

The Man Can Whistle | ACW3 from 2019-01-21T07:00

As a teenager, how can I share my love for TOB with my peers and friends? How can a wife continue to love a husband who seems increasingly distant? What acts outside of intercourse ...

Wendy's in the House | ACW2 from 2019-01-14T07:00

Does my own broken sexual past mean I can't talk to my kids about virtue? How do I talk and pray with my teen daughter who identifies as a lesbian? How do we overcome poor fathe...

I Love the Way You Crack an Egg | ACW1 from 2019-01-11T07:00

Should there be a Theology of the Body dating site? Do people in committed marriages need to understand TOB? What about people who are really struggling with life issues? Christophe...

Trailer | ACW0 from 2019-01-07T09:00