The Root of the Rot

The series "The Root of the Rot" on Restoration Radio explores various aspects of Catholicism, history, and societal changes. It delves into the roots of the problems and challenges faced by the Catholic Church and society as a whole. The episodes discuss topics such as the French Revolution, the Catholic Reformation, the Renaissance period, the beginnings of modernity, Freemasonry, secularism, and the role of Jews in Christendom.

The series aims to provide a deeper understanding of the historical events and ideologies that have influenced the Church and society, with a focus on analyzing the causes and effects of these phenomena. The discussions involve Bishop Donald Sanborn, Bishop Daniel Dolan, and host Stephen Heiner, who provide insights and perspectives from a traditional Catholic viewpoint.

Episode Transcripts (Available to Annual Members and a la carte purchase)
Transcript: The Root of the Rot, Episode 1: The Christian Order (800-1274 A.D.) (PDF Download)
Transcript: The Root of the Rot, Episode 2: The Beginnings of Modernity (1274-1517 A.D.) (PDF Download)

Original Air Date: January 31, 2014
Show Guests: Bishop Daniel Dolan, Bishop Donald Sanborn
Show Host: Stephen Heiner

Listen Now:

• The Root of the Rot, Episode 1: The Christian Order (800-1274 A.D.)
• The Root of the Rot, Episode 2: The Beginnings of Modernity (1274-1517 A.D.)
• The Root of the Rot, Episode 3: The Renaissance Period (1517-1648 A.D.)
• The Root of the Rot, Episode 4: The Catholic Reformation and The Heresies of Luther
• The Root of the Rot, Episode 5: The French Revolution (Part 1)
• The Root of the Rot, Episode 6: The French Revolution (Part 2)
• The Root of the Rot, Episode 7: Freemasonry: its Origins, Aims, and Methods
• The Root of the Rot, Episode 8: Institutionalizing the Revolution
• The Root of the Rot, Episode 9: Secularism Rising and the End of the Catholic Order
• The Root of the Rot, Episode 10: Proto-Ecumenical Movements and Their Champions
• The Root of the Rot, Episode 11: Paul VI, the pre-Bergoglio
• The Root of the Rot, Episode 12: The Jews
• The Root of the Rot, Episode 13: Father Fahey and Monsignor Delassus