Soul Food Priest

Soul Food Priest

Fr. Ben Bradshaw Serves Up Homilies and Teaching Tapas

This is the podcast where culinary and Christianity collide. Each week Fr. Ben Bradshaw will serve up homilies, whip up Teaching Tapas, answer your burning questions, and pass along recipes.

Q&A: How to be Catholic in the Culture
Soul Food PriestOctober 08, 2026x
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Q&A: How to be Catholic in the Culture

Fr. Ben, ⁨@SoulFoodPriest⁩ , Silvia, and Khira discuss the challenges of living the Catholic Faith in the American Culture. They also discuss how to raise kids in this culture that seeks to define who they are outside of faith. We hope you like this episode. Please like and subscribe to receive more content like this and to share this content with others. Comment below. We’d love to hear from you.

Homily: Understanding the Mass Part I
Soul Food PriestOctober 05, 2026x
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00:14:0210.71 MB

Homily: Understanding the Mass Part I

Fr. Ben does an amazing job of explaining the mass in less that 15 minutes. This is a must listen! Like or subscribe to have the algorithms give you more content like this and also share this content with others. Got a question you’d like to ask Fr. Ben? You can submit questions and topic ideas for the podcast through Facebook, or you could email us at soulfoodpriestmemphis@gmail.com. The questions can be on faith or food! You can also follow us on YouTube @SoulFoodPriest. Thanks for listening!

Homily: A Life of Joy
Soul Food PriestSeptember 29, 2026x
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Homily: A Life of Joy

Fr. Ben talks about the beauty of a life of joy. What does it take to have joy? How can we maintain it? These questions are answered along with tips on how to have a good spiritual life. Like or subscribe to have the algorithms give you more content like this and to also share this content with others. Thank you for listening. We’d love to hear from you! You can email us at soulfoodpriestmemphis@gmail.com or at Soul Food Priest Facebook page to submit questions and topic ideas for the podcast. Y...

Q&A: Love the Person, Hate the Sin
Soul Food PriestSeptember 24, 2026x
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00:25:1257.68 MB

Q&A: Love the Person, Hate the Sin

Many people struggle with how to love others, especially when they’ve hurt you. In this episode, Fr. Ben, Silvia, and Khira address this struggle by remembering that we are called to love the person but hate the sin.

Homily: Who is God?
Soul Food PriestSeptember 21, 2026x
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00:13:4510.02 MB

Homily: Who is God?

Fr. Ben briefly answers the questions: Who is God? How do we define God? How does this affect us? Watch and know you are loved. Got a question you’d like to ask Fr. Ben? You can submit questions and topic ideas for the podcast through Facebook, or you could email us at soulfoodpriestmemphis@gmail.com. The questions can be on faith or food! You can also follow us on Facebook and YouTube at Soul Food Priest. Thanks for listening!

Homily: Changing Our Way of Thinking
Soul Food PriestSeptember 15, 2026x
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00:14:4110.9 MB

Homily: Changing Our Way of Thinking

As humans, we can become so deceived about life just by our way of thinking. Maybe it’s good but maybe it’s bad. It affects those we love. How can thoughts affect us and how can we change them? Listen and learn. Please like and subscribe so the algorithms can provide you with great content and this content will be shared with others. Thank you for listening. We’d love to hear from you! You can email us at soulfoodpriestmemphis@gmail.com or at Soul Food Priest Facebook page to submit questions an...

Q&A: Part 2 Discussion on Ven. Fulton Sheen & What is the Canonization Process?
Soul Food PriestSeptember 10, 2026x
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00:25:2057.98 MB

Q&A: Part 2 Discussion on Ven. Fulton Sheen & What is the Canonization Process?

Fr. Ben continues his discussion with Derek Rotty on Ven. Fulton Sheen. They also address how a saint is canonized and what the process is like. You can go to Amazon or the Our Sunday Visitor’s website to purchase Derek’s book: https://www.orderosv.com/product/prophet-of-hope-fulton-sheen-responds-to-the-modern-world. If you’re interested in the events surrounding Venerable Fulton Sheen’s beatification, you can visit this website for more details: https://www.celebratesheen.com.

Homily: Heroes
Soul Food PriestAugust 31, 2026x
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00:14:2410.44 MB

Homily: Heroes

Fr. Ben discusses the importance of knowing our history as Catholics, especially the lives of the saints. These heroes inspire us on our journey toward Heaven. You’ll also enjoy hearing the stories of a few modern Americans on their way to canonization. Thank you for listening. We’d love to hear from you! You can email us at soulfoodpriestmemphis@gmail.com or at Soul Food Priest Facebook page to submit questions and topic ideas for the podcast. You can also follow us on YouTube, @SoulFoodPriest⁩...

Q&A: Who Was Venereable Fulton Sheen
Soul Food PriestAugust 27, 2026x
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Q&A: Who Was Venereable Fulton Sheen

Fr. Ben and Khira Rotty welcome guest Derek Rotty. Derek is the author of Prophet of Hope: Fulton Sheen Responds to the Modern World and Khira’s husband. Fr. Ben wanted to talk with Derek about Venerable Fulton Sheen, especially since his beatification will be in September. We hope you enjoy this conversation on this great man and some of the foods he enjoyed. You can go to Amazon or the Our Sunday Visitor’s website to purchase Derek’s book: https://www.orderosv.com/product/prophet-of-hope-fulto...

Homily: The Importance of Community
Soul Food PriestAugust 24, 2026x
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Homily: The Importance of Community

Fr. Ben explains why being part of a community is vital for every human person. It’s important for him that his parish offers many opportunities to grow together as a community. He spends time listing some of those ministries. If you’re interested, visit his parish website at www.stmichaelmemphis.org. Thank you for listening. We’d love to hear from you! You can email us at soulfoodpriestmemphis@gmail.com or at Soul Food Priest Facebook page to submit questions and topic ideas for the podcast. Yo...

Homily: Trust & Spiritual Maturity
Soul Food PriestAugust 17, 2026x
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Homily: Trust & Spiritual Maturity

Fr. Ben describes the beauty of trusting in the Lord. It is truly then that the Lord can work. This is all part of spiritual maturity, so he also describes what looks like. Got a question you’d like to ask Fr. Ben? You can submit questions and topic ideas for the podcast through Facebook, or you could email us at soulfoodpriestmemphis@gmail.com. The questions can be on faith or food! You can also follow us on Facebook and YouTube @SoulFoodPriest. Thanks for listening!

Moms & Back to School
Soul Food PriestAugust 13, 2026x
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Moms & Back to School

Fr. Ben ⁨@SoulFoodPriest⁩ talks with Khira Rotty about motherhood, the transition of going back to school, and some advice for women. This can be a busy time for moms, but it’s important for families to stay focused on what’s most important. Watch to find out what that is.

Homily: How to Deal with Difficult People
Soul Food PriestAugust 10, 2026x
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Homily: How to Deal with Difficult People

Fr. Ben ⁨@SoulFoodPriest⁩ gives several tips on how to deal with people who are difficult. It’s best to learn these tips so we don’t allow them to steal our peace, and to prevent oneself from being that difficult person to others.

Homily: Catholicism & Culture
Soul Food PriestAugust 03, 2026x
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00:14:4510.76 MB

Homily: Catholicism & Culture

Fr. Ben provides a fascinating homily on the impact Catholics have had in culture, and why culture needs Catholics. The teachings of Christ have transformed the lives and hearts of so many that the world is forever changed by them. Take a listen because this homily is for you to discern with the Lord how He’s calling you to impact the culture He’s placed you in. Thank you for listening. We’d love to hear from you! You can email us at soulfoodpriestmemphis@gmail.com or at Soul Food Priest Faceboo...

Q&A: What is SSPX?
Soul Food PriestJuly 30, 2026x
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00:29:1166.8 MB

Q&A: What is SSPX?

So many people are confused by what SSPX (the Society of St. Pius X) is. Now this society is in the news and Pope Leo has excommunicated their bishops and priest. Who are they? Were they Catholic? What do they teach? Fr. Ben discusses the answers to these questions in this episode with Silvia and Khira.

Homily: Gratitude
Soul Food PriestJuly 27, 2026
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Homily: Gratitude

Fr. Ben is completing his homily series on the 10 Commandments. Coveting our neighbor's goods can be prevented by having more gratitude in one's life. Listen as Fr. Ben explains and how you can grow in gratitude everyday. Got a question you'd like to ask Fr. Ben? You can submit questions and topic ideas for the podcast through Facebook, or you could email us at soulfoodpriestmemphis@gmail.com. The questions can be on faith or food! You can also follow us on Facebook and YouTube ⁨@SoulFoodPriest⁩...

Homily: Chastity
Soul Food PriestJuly 22, 2026x
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Homily: Chastity

Fr. Ben addresses the 9th commandment by focusing on chastity. Often times we have a false idea of what chastity is. Fr. Ben defines it as well as share how and why it applies to every person. He also uses some of St. John Paul II’s beautiful teachings about this topic and what it means to be human. Thank you for listening. We’d love to hear from you! You can email us at soulfoodpriestmemphis@gmail.com or at Soul Food Priest Facebook page to submit questions and topic ideas for the podcast. You ...

Homily: Gossip
Soul Food PriestJuly 22, 2026x
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Homily: Gossip

Fr. Ben continues his reflections on the commandments by addressing the 8th, bearing false witness. Gossip is included in this commandment. Listen to this homily to receive insights about what gossip truly is and what it can reveal to us about ourselves. Thank you for listening. We’d love to hear from you! You can email us at soulfoodpriestmemphis@gmail.com or at Soul Food Priest Facebook page to submit questions and topic ideas for the podcast. You can also follow us on YouTube ⁨@SoulFoodPriest...

Celebrating America
Soul Food PriestJuly 16, 2026x
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00:30:0468.82 MB

Celebrating America

America celebrates 250 years and the soccer team is in the World Cup! What makes America unique? How does the Catholic fit into the American culture? How can Catholics assist their fellow citizens? Plus find out what Fr. Ben was baking in the kitchen on the 4th of July!

Homily: The 7th Commandment
Soul Food PriestJuly 06, 2026x
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00:15:0211.15 MB

Homily: The 7th Commandment

How does stealing apply to most Catholics? Most associate stealing with shoplifting or robbing a bank; however, there are other ways we rob ourselves and others of the proper things in life. Fr. Ben provides insight on this issue to help all grow in holiness and the spiritual life.

Q&A: How Can We Be Perfect Without Perfectionism?
Soul Food PriestJuly 02, 2026x
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Q&A: How Can We Be Perfect Without Perfectionism?

Jesus tells us in Scripture to ”be perfect as your Heavenly Father is perfect” (Matthew 5:8). This begs the question of how this is possible. We live in a culture that strives for perfectionism, but is this what Jesus is talking about? Fr. Ben, Silvia, and Khira tackle this question as well discuss som of Fr. Ben’s favorite show, The Bear.

Homily: Fidelity
Soul Food PriestJune 29, 2026x
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Homily: Fidelity

Fr. Ben continues his homily series on the commandments. This week he addresses the sixth commandment: Thou shalt not commit adultery. Ultimately, this one addresses fidelity. Whether married or not, this homily is so important for all those in a relationship so as to live it out in a holy manner. Thank you for listening. We’d love to hear from you! You can email us at soulfoodpriestmemphis@gmail.com or at Soul Food Priest Facebook page to submit questions and topic ideas for the podcast. You ca...

Homily: Father's Day
Soul Food PriestJune 22, 2026x
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Homily: Father's Day

Fr. Ben discusses the value of fatherhood and the important aspects of being a good father. It will take work, but it will be the most rewarding work a man can achieve. This is a beautiful homily for all men, whether they’re physical or spiritual fathers. Got a question you’d like to ask Fr. Ben? You can submit questions and topic ideas for the podcast through Facebook, or you could email us at soulfoodpriestmemphis@gmail.com. The questions can be on faith or food! You can also follow us on Face...

Q&A: Franciscan Fun Facts
Soul Food PriestJune 18, 2026x
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00:27:0161.86 MB

Q&A: Franciscan Fun Facts

Khira Rotty continues the conversation with Fr. Anthony Baetzold, OFM Cap. to honor this year of St. Francis. Learn some cool fun facts about Franciscans and how they’ve impacted our culture!

Homily: The 5th Commandment
Soul Food PriestJune 15, 2026x
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Homily: The 5th Commandment

Humans are body and soul. This means that ”thou shall not kill” can apply to both. Listen as Fr. Ben explains and how we can correct our faulty habits of offending others. We’d love to hear from you! You can email us at soulfoodpriestmemphis@gmail.com or at Soul Food Priest Facebook page to submit questions and topic ideas for the podcast. You can also follow us on YouTube!

Homily: The 4th Commandment
Soul Food PriestJune 10, 2026x
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Homily: The 4th Commandment

Fr. Ben discusses the beauty of parenting and creating memories as well as the difficulties of parenting. How children of all ages can respect their parents and how parents can honor their children. Thank you for listening. We’d love to hear from you! You can email us at soulfoodpriestmemphis@gmail.com or at Soul Food Priest Facebook page to submit questions and topic ideas for the podcast. You can also follow us on YouTube!

Q&A: What's the Difference Between Jealousy & Envy
Soul Food PriestJune 04, 2026x
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Q&A: What's the Difference Between Jealousy & Envy

Jealousy often times creeps into our lives, even sometimes envy. What’s the difference between the two? What do we do when this happens? How do we combat these feelings that often times creep in? Watch as Fr. Ben, Silvia, and Khira discuss these questions on a practical level.

Homily: Priorities
Soul Food PriestJune 01, 2026x
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Homily: Priorities

This is the third installment of Fr. Ben’s homily series on the commandments: Keeping the sabbath holy. Watch to learn how this practically applies to families today and why it’s so important to uphold. Got a question you’d like to ask Fr. Ben? You can submit questions and topic ideas for the podcast through Facebook, or you could email us at soulfoodpriestmemphis@gmail.com. The questions can be on faith or food! You can also follow us on Facebook and YouTube @SoulFoodPriest.

Homily: Words Matter
Soul Food PriestMay 26, 2026x
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Homily: Words Matter

Fr. Ben continues his homily series on the commandments by addressing the second one: You shall not take the Lord’s name in vain. What we say matters and how we say it can affect others in strong ways. This is the same with the Lord. Thank you for listening. We’d love to hear from you! You can email us at soulfoodpriestmemphis@gmail.com or at Soul Food Priest Facebook page to submit questions and topic ideas for the podcast. You can also follow us on any YouTube @SoulFoodPriest!

Q&A: Prayer
Soul Food PriestMay 21, 2026x
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00:50:09114.82 MB

Q&A: Prayer

Fr. Ben, @SoulFoodPriest , welcomes a special guest from HALLOW, Jonathan Campbell. Hallow is the number one prayer app in the world, so this topic of conversation is all about prayer. Topics include how to pray, when to pray, how to pray as spouses, how to pray as a family, etc. Fr. Ben, Khira Rotty, and Jonathan Campbell all speak about their own prayer lives and provide practical tips about prayer in the different vocations and seasons of life one might find themselves in.