Fr. Daniel Shaba begins the convo by catching Abbot Ankido up on the major gambling scandal rocking the NBA. The conversation then pivots to the main topic of the nature of authority in the Church, touching on Jesus' teachings about leadership through service, the potential for spiritual abuse, and the struggles of maintaining authority with love and integrity. They get into the dynamics of authority in marriages and workplaces, emphasizing the importance of mutual respect and the dangers of control. They then somehow transition to the highly divisive debate on the appropriate time to begin listening to Christmas music and when to put decorations up. This is can't-miss content!

Abbot Ankido sits down with Fr. Christopher Somo to reflect on how imagination shaped their childhood experiences and compare it to the digital age's impact on our creative minds. They explore the power of reflection and imagination in connecting with nature, spirituality, and creativity. Discussions range from personal childhood memories, the essence of imagination in religious practices, and the importance of allowing space for wonder in our fast-paced, content-saturated lives.

Fr. Simon Esshaki, brilliantly, takes the concept of 'victim mentality' and contrasts it with 'Martyr Mentality.' He and Abbot Ankido explore the true essence of thanksgiving, the profound significance of Christian martyrdom, and the Eucharist. The transformative power of gratitude, even in suffering, is heavily reflected in Scripture. Learn how to embrace a life of true peace and self-sacrificial love inspired by Jesus Christ. Let's rethink our worldview and seek the hidden goodness in all life's experiences.

Abbot Ankido Sipo and Fr. Christopher Somo tackle one of the most misunderstood topics in Catholic life: suffering. From medieval extremes and the Albigensian heresy to modern “offer-it-up” clichés, they pull the popular myths apart and reveal the Church’s real teaching on redemptive suffering, compassion, and true holiness. Whether you’re walking through grief, wrestling with chronic pain, or just wondering how the Cross fits into everyday frustrations, this conversation will ground you in hope and give you practical steps to “go through, not around” life’s trials.

Human intelligence is more than perfect code, and this episode unpacks why. Abbot Ankido and Fr. David weigh AI breakthroughs—from ChatGPT to brain-tech—against Catholic teaching on creativity, moral responsibility, and the dignity of every person.

Is the Bible the only source of Christian truth? Abbot Ankido and Br. Augustine unpack Sola Scriptura, the Protestant Reformation, and why Catholics look to both Scripture and the Church’s teaching authority for guidance.

A “person” wasn’t always what you think it is. In ancient Greek drama "prosopon" meant a stage mask—but early Christians hijacked the word to solve the biggest question of their age: Who exactly is Jesus? That theological breakthrough still shapes every debate about human dignity, soul vs. body, AI consciousness, and why you’re infinitely more than a bundle of atoms. Abbot Ankido (Chaldean Catholic priest & monk) sits down with Fr. Daniel (Chaldean Catholic priest & Canonist) to trace the idea of personhood from Aristotle to Genesis to modern Canon Law—then asks what it means for your daily fight with pleasure, perfectionism, and self-worth. What you’ll learn: Why Christianity “invented” the modern idea of personhood How Aristotle’s “rational soul” meets the Book of Genesis’ “image of God” Why breaking God’s image in yourself (sin) doesn’t make Him love you less—but does demand restoration Canon Law’s 3-step path to rebuild scandal: reform the offender, restore justice, repair the wound   Timestamps: 00:00 Intro and Concept of Human Dignity01:25 Greek Origins of 'Person'07:35 Aristotle's Ethics and Rational Soul14:16 Christianity and Human Dignity17:54 The Freedom to Choose and Christ's Salvation19:46 Confession and the Restoration of God's Image21:04 Sanctions and Justice in the Church23:55 Forgiveness and Self-Healing28:31 The Dignity of the Human Person33:30 Perseverance and Glorifying God 📺 Subscribe for weekly clips & full episodes 🎥 Prefer video? Find us on YouTube: https://linktr.ee/martyrmentality Join the conversation below—how do you define “person” in a world of AI and bio-reductionism? #HumanDignity #ChristianPhilosophy #CanonLaw #MartyrMentality

Scrupulous or lukewarm? Abbot Ankido Sipo and Fr. Simon Esshaki reveal how rule-obsession and lazy presumption both derail your walk with Christ—and share a practical roadmap to freedom, balance, and radical love.