The Truth, Reality, and Conspiracy Theories (Joe Heschmeyer) | Ep. 553
The Truth, Reality, and Conspiracy Theories (Joe Heschmeyer) | Ep. 553 Β 
Podcast: Pints With Aquinas
Published On: Fri Nov 21 2025
Description: In this episode, Matt sits down with Joe Heschmeyerβ€”author, debater, and Catholic Answers apologistβ€”to talk about (and question) what we believe to be true, what's real and what's not, conspiracy theories, morality, and much more. πŸ“š Get my newest book, Jesus Our Refuge, here: https://www.amazon.com/Jesus-Our-Refu... 🍺 Want to Support Pints With Aquinas? 🍺 Get episodes a week early and join exclusive live streams with me! Become an annual supporter at πŸ‘‰ https://mattfradd.locals.com/support πŸ’΅ Show Sponsors: πŸ‘‰ College of St. Joseph the Worker: https://www.collegeofstjoseph.com/mat... πŸ‘‰ Truthly – The Catholic faith at your fingertips: https://www.truthly.ai/ πŸ‘‰ Hallow – The #1 Catholic prayer app: https://hallow.com/mattfradd οΏΌ πŸ’» Follow Me on Social Media: πŸ“Œ Facebook: / mattfradd πŸ“Έ Instagram: / mattfradd 𝕏 Twitter/X: / pints_w_aquinas 🎡 TikTok: / pintswithaquinas πŸ‘• PWA Merch – Wear the Faith! Grab your favorite PWA gear here: https://shop.pintswithaquinas.com ----- Time Stamps: 00:00:00 – Intro and Matt's new book 00:01:45 – Is baptism necessary for salvation? 00:08:24 – Debating James White 00:17:18 – Skepticism and the Paradox of Choice 00:28:22 – Conspiracy theories 00:51:18 – Truth in the internet age 01:13:40 – Is knowledge possible? 01:34:29 – Are we heading to a worldwide monoculture? 02:06:15 – The Jews and antisemitism 02:24:33 – The strength of Orthodox claims 02:50:26 – Mormonism and how to share the truth Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices