Truth, clarity, and conversation from the Dominican tradition
In a world full of noise and shallow answers, the Godsplaining podcast offers something rare: four Dominican friars bringing the full weight of Catholic tradition to bear on questions that actually matter — in conversation that is both intellectually serious and genuinely approachable.
Quick Reference| Host | Location | Area of Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Fr. Gregory Pine, OP | Pennsylvania | Dogmatic & moral theology |
| Fr. Patrick Briscoe, OP | Rome | Social communication, preaching |
| Fr. Joseph-Anthony Kress, OP | Ohio | Rosary devotion, chaplaincy |
| Fr. Bonaventure Chapman, OP | Washington, D.C. | Philosophy, culture, faith |
Vision of Godsplaining: A Catholic Podcast for Deepening Faith
Launched by Dominican friars of the Province of St. Joseph, the Godsplaining podcast was built with a clear purpose: to help listeners grow in their Catholic faith, deepen their theological understanding, and explore modern questions through the rich heritage of Catholic tradition. The hosts bring their unique academic backgrounds and religious formation into every conversation — making complex theological ideas accessible while grounding all discussions in the unchanging truths of the Church.
Godsplaining is a space for listeners — not just Catholics — to explore questions of faith, morality, and the meaning of life from a Catholic point of view. It's about understanding God's truth and how it applies to daily life. And it's guided throughout by the Dominican charism of preaching, study, and contemplation.
Meet the Hosts of Godsplaining
Fr. Gregory Pine, OP
Based in Pennsylvania and serving as Assistant Professor at the Dominican House of Studies, Fr. Gregory holds a doctorate in Dogmatic Theology from the University of Fribourg, Switzerland. He has authored books including Prudence: Choose Confidently, Live Boldly and Your Eucharistic Identity, and contributes to the Thomistic Institute. Listeners appreciate his ability to bring intellectual clarity to the deepest questions of faith.
Fr. Patrick Briscoe, OP
Based in Rome and serving as Promoter General for Social Communication for the Order of Preachers, Fr. Patrick has served as a theology instructor, parish priest, and chaplain. His books include Saint Dominic's Way of Life and Witness: A Guided Lent Journal. His engaging conversational style and pastoral heart make complex theology genuinely approachable for any listener.
Fr. Joseph-Anthony Kress, OP
Based in St. Clairsville, Ohio, Fr. Joseph-Anthony joined the Dominican Friars in 2010 and was ordained in 2016. He currently serves as Promoter of the Rosary for the Province of St. Joseph and Associate Director of the Dominican Friars Foundation. His reflective teaching style anchors podcast discussions in Scripture, Church tradition, and the everyday life of faith.
Fr. Bonaventure Chapman, OP
Currently serving as Assistant Professor of Philosophy at the Catholic University of America, Fr. Bonaventure brings a philosophical depth to Godsplaining that few podcasts can match. With degrees from Oxford University and a Ph.D. in philosophy, he offers fresh perspectives on how the Catholic faith addresses the deepest questions of contemporary culture.
Topics Covered on Godsplaining
The Rosary, St. Dominic, and a Path to Purity
This episode explores the rosary's spiritual power and its deep connection to St. Dominic's mission against the Albigensian heresy. The hosts discuss how the rosary can be a tool for spiritual reflection and purification, and feature Gabriel Castillo's testimony about how the rosary helped him overcome sinful habits and encounter Christ more deeply.
The Road to Rosary in a Year
A favorite for Catholics trying to build consistent prayer habits, this episode discusses the Rosary in a Year movement — encouraging listeners to pray the rosary daily for an entire year. Fr. Mark-Mary discusses his own journey with the rosary and how approaching it as a deeper encounter rather than a task to complete unlocks its full transformative power.
Bl. Bartolo Longo and the Holy Rosary
This episode traces the remarkable story of Bl. Bartolo Longo — from his involvement in occult practices as a young law student in Naples, to his conversion through Dominican Friar Alberto Redente, to becoming the Apostle of the Rosary and founding the Shrine of Our Lady of the Rosary of Pompeii. A powerful reminder that the rosary is for everyone, especially those most in need of God's mercy.
Why Listen to the Godsplaining Podcast?
Whether you're a lifelong Catholic, a recent convert, or simply curious about the faith, Godsplaining offers three things most Catholic content cannot: engaging conversation on Catholic theology that makes deep truths accessible; timeless answers to modern questions about faith, morality, and culture; and a consistent invitation to grow spiritually through the Dominican tradition of prayer, study, and preaching.
Godsplaining is not just entertainment. It is a resource for anyone who wants to deepen their faith with intellectual rigor and pastoral warmth — accessible to Catholics and non-Catholics alike, rooted in centuries of Dominican wisdom.
Source: Content produced for The Catholic Woodworker · youtube.com/@thecatholicwoodworker · April 2026
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