The Counsel of Trent
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In this podcast, Trent Horn gives you an entertaining, informative, and practical explanation of the Catholic faith as well as interviews with the best writers and speakers in the Church today.
In this podcast, Trent Horn gives you an entertaining, informative, and practical explanation of the Catholic faith as well as interviews with the best writers and speakers in the Church today.
My James White Debate You Probably Didn't See
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My James White Debate You Probably Didn't See by Catholic Answers
In this episode, Trent reveals the two things Christians need to not be total weirdos.
In this free-for-all-Friday Trent has a chat with his sixth grade son about their mutual love of videogames.
In this episode Trent responds to Allie Beth Stuckey's claim that Christians should not be fans of scary movies. To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast
To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast 00:00 The Catholic Church and the Death Penalty 04:47 The Key Parallel: Slavery and Doctrinal Development 14:08 Can Catholics Disagree With the Church? 15:24 Scripture, Tradition, Aquinas, and Previous Popes 31:18 Could Church Teaching Change on Anything?
In this episode Trent responds to a pastor who smashes Catholic statues and mocks a Catholic priest killed by a crucifix To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast
In this free-for-all-Friday Trent joins Joe Heschmeyer's livestream to take on any question from Joe's patrons.
#1215 - "Overturning Roe v Wade Increased Abortions!" (REBUTTED) by Catholic Answers
In this episode Trent reveals the one question to always ask liberal Christians when they claim you aren't acting like Jesus.
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In this episode Trent breaks down a 2000-year-old Christian debate on whether Jesus laughed and if laughter is appropriate for Christians. To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast
In this free-for-all-Friday Trent recounts a recent disappointment at McDonalds at traces some factors in the decline of their quality.
In this episode Trent examines the problem of women oversharing on sites like Tik Tok. To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast
In this episode Trent shows where Evangelicals excel and what non-Evangelicals can learn from them.
#1208 - Do Modern Miracles Prove Catholicism is True? by Catholic Answers
In this episode Trent reveals three Mormon doctrines that recently surprised him in spite of his lengthy study of Mormonism. To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast
In this free-for-all-Friday Trent talks about a controversial change in many bowling alleys and also gives an update on future free-for-all-Fridays.
In this episode Trent explains what critics of the doctrine of hell often forget when they claim no rational person would freely choose eternal separation from God. Hell: The Logic of Damnation, Jerry L. Walls https://undpress.nd.edu/9780268010966/hell/ “How to Go to Hell,” Edward Feser https://edwardfeser.blogspot.com/2016/10/how-to-go-to-hell_29.html To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast
The Lindsay Clancy mistrial has reignited debate over insanity, criminal responsibility, and mental illness. In this episode, Trent examines the history of the insanity defense, the consequences of deinstitutionalization, and why some modern definitions of insanity risk excusing people who know exactly what they are doing. To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast 00:00 What Is Insanity? 01:20 St. Dymphna and Caring for the Mentally Ill 03:16 The Insanity Defense and Mental Asylums 05:05 Deinstitutionalization and Public Safety 07:52 How Modern Insanity Standards Expanded 09:51 Culpability, Impulses, and “Affluenza” 11:14 The Lindsay Clancy Case 14:38 Evil, Responsibility, and Mental Illness 16:33 Reforming the Insanity Defense
In this episode, Trent Horn responds to Joe Rogan’s interview with linguist Daniel Everett and the claim that ancient religious history is unreliable simply because we weren’t there to see it. Trent explains why this objection misunderstands history, applies a double standard to Christianity, and wrongly treats modern “immediate experience” as the only reliable way to know truth. To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast 00:00 The “Too Long Ago” Objection 01:03 Daniel Everett and the Pirahã View of History 03:57 The Noble Savage Myth 06:43 Cultural Relativism and Moral Blind Spots 08:39 Christianity Isn’t Just an American Thing 09:53 Science, Religion, and Rediscoverable Truth 11:45 Jesus, the Resurrection, and Historical Evidence 14:08 C.S. Lewis on Skepticism About History 15:42 Modern Miracles and the Real Jesus
In this episode, Trent Horn examines three major coincidences that make atheism increasingly difficult to accept: the fine-tuning of the universe, the strange reality of objective moral facts, and the massive number of miracle claims throughout history. Taken together, these point toward a universe that looks far more like the product of design, purpose, and divine action than random chance. The Argument for God Atheists Fear the Most: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jgh9M2z8n0 It's the Strongest Argument for God in History (SCCC pt 7): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uk-2FdSVy10 Answering a Muslim Apologist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vtVW7y4r4cE The BEST EVER Cumulative Case for God: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=erpKBoPQxN0 Miracles PROVE Catholicism: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lk2W9mKTzIQ To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast 00:00 Three Coincidences That Challenge Atheism 00:30 Coincidence #3: The Fine-Tuned Universe 03:50 Psychophysical Harmony and Consciousness 05:49 Coincidence #2: Moral Facts 09:13 Disturbing Moral Implications Without God 12:15 Coincidence #1: Miracles 14:07 Why Other Religious Miracle Claims Don’t Refute Catholicism 15:08 Miracles vs Alien Abductions 16:33 Final Resources and Closing
In this episode, Trent Horn explains the “damaged goods” heresy, the “sexual prosperity gospel,” and why true chastity is rooted in God’s mercy—not virginity, resentment, or guarantees of a perfect marriage. To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast
In this free-for-all-Friday Trent sits down with Fr. Pine to discuss when apologetics can hinder the spiritual life.
In this episode Trent sits down with former agnostic Joe Schmid @MajestyofReason to discuss his reversion to Catholicism. To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast 00:00 Joe Schmid Returns to Catholicism 02:39 Why Joe Responded to Trent’s Arguments 05:55 Charity, Confidence, and Serious Debate 09:16 Divine Hiddenness and the Search for Truth 12:50 Joe’s Catholic Upbringing 16:10 Evolution and the First Wobble in Faith 18:36 The Problem of Evil and Deconversion 23:32 New Atheism, Skepticism, and Intellectual Pride 27:30 From Atheism to Agnosticism 29:37 Josh Rasmussen and Serious Theistic Arguments 35:35 Why Theism Became a Live Option Again 40:23 Choosing Philosophy Over Biology 44:41 Joe’s Years as an Agnostic 48:54 Fine-Tuning, Psychophysical Harmony, and Miracles 55:20 Changing the Mind vs Changing the Heart 1:00:30 Miracles, Naturalism, and the Case for God 1:04:33 Eucharistic Miracles, Lourdes, and Catholic Evidence 1:10:11 Why Joe Wasn’t Ready for Catholicism 1:13:07 The Problem of Evil and Animal Suffering 1:22:41 Fatima, Padre Pio, and the Pull Toward Catholicism 1:23:44 The Saints and the Change of Heart 1:35:12 The Call to Sainthood and Leaving Sin Behind 1:38:10 Fatima and Padre Pio as Catholic Evidence 1:42:40 Why Catholic Miracles Point to Catholicism 1:50:50 Testing Miracles by Their Fruits 1:57:22 Catholic Miracles and the Resurrection 2:01:41 What Comes Next for Joe Schmid? 2:06:11 Final Encouragement and Closing
In this episode Trent shares an excerpt from his recent chat with Pastor Eric Huffman @MaybeGodPodcast where they discuss the doctrine of purgatory. See the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kv3Qq0FotEY To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast
In this episode Trent discusses the recent debate on Charlie Kirk's murder between Candace Owens and Andrew Wilson and the sad state of modern debates.
In this free-for-all-Friday Trent reacts to actor Jonah Hill's comments about his Jiu-Jitsu abilities.
In this episode Trent offers three reasons why Christians cannot be socialists. To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast
In this free-for-all-Friday Trent reveals how careless errors lead to death in America's most famous national parks.
In this episode Trent calls out Christians who downplay the crimes of Andrew Tate.
In this episode Trent reveals five books to help Christians better understand the nature of evil. To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast
In this free-for-all-Friday Trent explores the phenomena of women who fall in love with incarcerated murderers.
#1190 - My Questions Angered This Protestant (Mature Content) by Catholic Answers
In this episode Trent sits down with popular Christian apologist @GodLogicApologetics . The Shocking Truth Behind Jehovah’s Witnesses (Living Waters): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cnpl6gRjNOY Answering a Muslim Apologist: https://youtu.be/vtVW7y4r4cE?si=tHX__k1SEh9CtBv9 To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast 00:00 Introduction 01:51 How did God Logic start? 05:44 Does the Bible teach Jesus is God? 08:54 God Logic's Influences 13:50 Debates 14:54 Islam 19:57 Christian vs. Islam Evidence 26:05 Apostolic Fathers 29:37 Orthobros and Christian Fraternity 39:47 On the "Essentials" 46:35 God Logic's Recent Projects
In this free-for-all-Friday Trent describes his experiences with a new diet.
In this episode Trent's wife Laura joins him to discuss life one year after her brain surgery.
In this episode Trent talks about the name of God and when it is and isn't appropriate to say.
In this free-for-all-Friday Trent contrasts "Disney Adults" with "Theme Park Enthusiasts" like him.
#1184 - Why I Refuse to See The Odyssey (2026) by Catholic Answers
In this episode Trent chats with Church of Christ minister Marco Arroyo about his visit to Trent's parish and their recent jiu-jitsu match. To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast
In this episode Trent rebuts Dean Withers's arguments for legal abortion. To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast
In this free-for-all-Friday Trent breaks down his thoughts on declining views on Youtube and changes in the algorithm.
In this episode Trent debates Ryan at NeedGod.net on the question of whether Christians can lose their salvation. Ryan's channel: @NeedGodnet To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast 0:00:00 Introduction 0:00:57 Trent's Opening Statement 0:15:27 Ryan's Opening Statement 0:29:30 Trent's First Rebuttal 0:39:38 Ryan's First Rebuttal 0:49:48 Trent's Second Rebuttal 0:53:53 Ryan's Second Rebuttal 0:58:03 Trent's Cross Examination 1:13:33 Ryan's Cross Examination 1:28:42 Trent's Closing Statement 1:33:41 Ryan's Closing Statement
In this episode Trent examines Gen Z's antipathy towards dating and offers some remedies. Gay Romantic Comedy "Bro's" Reaction: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5aAKR2iWQtk The Female Sin No One Talks About: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-qlI7ZntOmw To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast
In this free-for-all-Friday Trent talks about the heat in Phoenix has gotten worse and the effects it will have on his old hometown.
In this episode Trent examines "abortion abolitionists", compares them to pro-lifers, and discusses if Catholics can support them.
In this episode Trent examines Redeemed Zoomers claims about Vatican II and the Jews. To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast
In this free-for-all-Friday Trent gives his review of the latest Star Wars films.
In this episode Trent sits down with Michael Pagano of @TrueChristian to discuss his views on Catholicism. Michael's website: www.truechristianministry.com Michael's book: https://amzn.to/4a32DuS To support this channel: https://www.patreon.com/counseloftrent [NEW] Counsel of Trent merch: https://shop.catholic.com/apologists-alley/trent-horn-resources/ Be sure to keep up with our socials! https://www.tiktok.com/@counseloftrent https://www.twitter.com/counseloftrent https://www.instagram.com/counseloftrentpodcast
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