Exorcism interviews have recently exploded in popularity, racking up millions of views on YouTube and social media. But is this focus on demons and their influence on humans a healthy exploration—or could it be playing into Satan's plans, granting him undue attention and power while paralyzing us with fear and superstition?

Today, I'm joined by Dr. Sean Tobin, a psychologist trusted by the Archdiocese of Los Angeles to evaluate whether individuals should be referred to an exorcist. With years of experience working with those facing demonic oppression and possession, Dr. Tobin shares fresh perspectives on what God might be accomplishing in these situations and offers little-known approaches for dealing with stubborn cases.

He also addresses a troubling trend: fear and powerlessness among Christians—something completely contrary to God’s design. Dr. Tobin reminds us of the need to reject both fear and demonic forces, reclaiming the Spirit of power, love, and self-control that God has given us (2 Timothy 1:7). His insights are sure to inspire and empower you in the spiritual battles we face.

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-His book: https://biggodlittledevil.com/

-His website: https://www.drseantobin.ca/

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 - Intro

00:05:17 - The devil can hide behind mental illness

00:06:39 - Examples of paranormal activity at work

00:07:28 - Good Ranchers

00:08:47 - God allows demonic activity for a purpose

00:10:19 - The devil always operates within our psychology

00:17:39 - Defining our terms

00:18:42 - Every Life

00:20:30 - The devil wants us to respond

00:24:15 - The positive role of fear

00:29:19 - Not just getting out of Egypt

00:29:55 - Jesus asleep on the boat

00:31:25 - Seven Weeks Coffee

00:33:46 - Quantity vs Quality of faith

00:34:43 - Superstitious faith vs relationship with Jesus

00:40:08 - Prayer

00:41:44 - Physical War vs Spiritual War

00:43:27 - Pregnancy and Passivity

00:45:25 - We expect a great power struggle

00:46:36 - Clinical Examples

01:00:34 - Sometimes it takes years of exorcisms, sometimes 1 session

01:07:10 - Thomas Merton and the Spirituality of Satan

01:15:59 - Closing in prayer

What is Spiritual Direction? Should all Christians have a spiritual director? Join me as I sit down with Father Boniface Hicks, OSB—a Benedictine monk, priest, author, and Director of Spiritual Formation at St. Vincent Seminary. Together, we explore the topic of spiritual direction, offering insights to help you determine if it’s the right path for you and how to find a trustworthy spiritual director.

We also address the often-debated question of whether obedience to your director is required, unpacking how to establish healthy boundaries to avoid abuse and codependency. We delve into the rich history of spiritual direction and the transformative fruits it can yield when guided by someone who fosters trust and acceptance.

This enlightening conversation is a must for anyone seeking to deepen their relationship with God. Discover how this ancient practice can help you experience God’s love more tangibly and hear His voice in a profound, personal way.

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00:00:00 - Intro

00:01:22 - Fr Boniface Background

00:04:11 - What was it like hearing Jesus’ voice for the first time?

00:06:19 - Why a Benedictine, and is the beard a part of it?

00:08:38 - What is Spiritual Direction?

00:10:51 - How is SD different from therapy, mentorship, etc?

00:14:48 - First time God said “it is not good”:

00:16:12 - Are relationships the worst they’ve ever been?

00:18:17 - Surrounded by things we had no hand in creating

00:20:32 - Good Ranchers

00:22:22 - What does Spiritual Direction look like?

00:24:22 - Does everyone need a spiritual director?

00:24:53 - What’s the history of spiritual direction?

00:28:23 - “Call no one your Father”

00:30:56 - Spiritual Headship in Marriage

00:38:51 - What do the saints say about spiritual direction?

00:43:39 - What are some of the fruits of spiritual direction?

00:47:03 - Directors can be men or women?

00:48:58 - How to become a spiritual director?

00:49:48 - Accompaniment vs Direction

00:54:49 - What if you disagree with your SD?

00:58:03 - Can you “graduate” from a particular director?

01:03:12 - How to protect against abuse?

01:08:10 - What are healthy boundaries in spiritual direction?

01:11:20 - Final Thoughts

Join me for a conversation with my longtime friend and former investigative journalism colleague, David Daleiden. David is the mastermind behind the campaign that exposed Planned Parenthood’s illegal trafficking of baby body parts. Posing as a biotech vendor, he captured explosive undercover footage of key figures at Planned Parenthood discussing partial-birth abortions and other practices designed to harvest intact tissue for research institutions willing to pay a premium. In our discussion, David opens up about his ongoing legal battles and we explore the best strategies for advancing the pro-life movement, especially in light of recent election results and new appointees. This conversation is essential for anyone who cares about the future of civil rights in our country—both for the unborn and those who boldly defend them.

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00:00:00 - Start

00:01:29 - Welcome, David

00:02:43 - Growing up California Public School

00:04:48 - How did you become passionate about pro-life?

00:07:29 - Abortion is most common surgery in America

00:10:47 - Seven Weeks

00:11:35 - Catholic faith and abortion teaching

00:14:35 - Founding of CMP

00:16:28 - Stem cell lecture in college

00:22:05 - Paying $17,000 for aborted stem cells

00:24:21 - We Heart Nutrition

00:25:30 - Watching the original undercover footage

00:27:22 - How big is Planned Parenthood?

00:30:10 - Undercover lunch with top abortion doctor in country

00:35:55 - Holly

00:42:39 - Good Ranchers

00:43:33 - Overview of abortion crimes in US

00:54:01 - University of Pittsburgh experiment

00:59:26 - Baby harvesting in San Diego

01:07:60 - Defunding Planned Parenthood

01:10:22 - How could Trump administration defund PP?

01:14:29 - Thoughts on Trump’s administration and RFK

01:22:38 - The lawfare David has faced

01:30:17 - Kamala Harris approved a raid of David's house