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The Saints

The Merry Beggars

🏔️ Adventures of Faith and Courage

A daily podcast bringing the Saints to life with award-winning actors, writers, and sound designers.

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🗺️ A New 5-Episode Adventure Every Week.

Join Joan of Arc as she leads the French army, Patrick of Ireland as he escapes slavery, Saint George as he stands up against the Roman Empire, and many more. Professional actors, award-winning writers, and cinematic sound design that are guaranteed to leave you and your family eagerly waiting for tomorrow’s episode.

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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best The Saints episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to The Saints for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite The Saints episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

The Saints - Saint Valentine: Episode Five
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02/16/24 • 18 min

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🗺️ Saint Valentine - Episode Five: With Eyes to See

Valentine and Eusebius request the body of Daria for its proper burial in the catacombs. But Placidus insists that she must remain among the criminals. Valentine and Eusebius take matters into their own hands. What happens next will make Bishop Valentine an enduring example of the true meaning of love.

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In a culture that has abandoned God, families struggle to find beautiful, faith-affirming stories to inspire their children. The Saints: Adventures of Faith and Courage provides thrilling and inspiring stories to ignite your family’s pursuit of virtue and holiness. Join us for a new 5-Episode adventure every week!

🚦 Rating: 7+

Valentine chooses to take responsibility for the actions of his congregation, taking on Placidus’ ire. He remains patient in the face of his coming death. Austerius makes a difficult decision, but follows the truth instead of worldly authority.

This episode contains moments of intensity and raised voices. A character’s Death and burial are mentioned. A character is scourged. Valentine is threatened with violence. A character is sentenced to death.

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The Saints - Frances Xavier Cabrini: Episode Five
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03/08/24 • 14 min

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🗺️ Frances Xavier Cabrini - Episode Five: Too Small a World

October 1891. The Hudson River Valley, New York. Mother Cabrini moves into Manresa despite its lack of adequate water. Her plans to expand the sisters’ mission include Nicaragua, China and cities across America. But first, she must overcome strong opposition and yet more trials.

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🚦 Rating: Everyone

Mother Cabrini’s missionary work flourishes, taking her sisters across the globe to Nicaragua and New Orleans. She tirelessly continues to spread the gospel and care for the less fortunate, giving herself totally to those who need her and leaving a lasting legacy of service and love.

This episode contains moments of intensity and danger, including raised voices and arguments. Several characters are in great danger during a storm at sea. There are references to mob violence and Italian immigrants being killed.

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The Saints - Paul Miki: Episode Three
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04/03/24 • 14 min

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🗺️ Paul Miki - Episode Three: The San Felipe Incident

The new ruler of Japan has outlawed and expelled all priests from his kingdom. But the Jesuits have decided to stay, ministering secretly. Hiding in a Jesuit safehouse in Osaka, Paul and Father Organtino receive alarming news.

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🚦 Rating: 7+

Paul Miki yearns to become the first Japanese Jesuit priest. The son of a nobleman, he is educated at the Jesuit seminary and learns virtues of courage, perseverance, and hope. When the Church in Japan begins to undergo persecution, Paul bravely faces danger - even his own death - in order to stay close to Jesus.

This series contains moments of intensity and danger, including raised voices and arguments. An attempted robbery takes place. A sword fight occurs. Several characters threaten one another with death. A joke about polygamy is made. A character’s earlobe is severed. Christians in captivity are beaten and mistreated. Crucifixions are portrayed.

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The Saints - Saint Valentine: Episode Three
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02/14/24 • 17 min

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🗺️ Saint Valentine - Episode Three: Heaven’s New Saint

The Christians of Terni gather in the catacombs to bid farewell to the martyred Chrysanthus. Bishop Valentine celebrates the funeral Mass. But the governor is angered at this public display of faith, and places his cruel attention on the widowed Daria.

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🚦 Rating: 7+

Daria remains steadfast in her faith, even after Chrysanthus’ death. Valentine counsels his congregation not to act rashly. He also continues to evangelize Austerius and Julia, who slowly draw nearer to the faith.

This episode contains scenes of emotional intensity and raised voices. A character’s death is mentioned. A funeral is portrayed. A character makes advances on Daria, who slaps him.

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The Saints - Paul Miki: Episode Two
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04/02/24 • 12 min

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🗺️ Paul Miki - Episode Two: A Change of Scenery

Nearly a year after the violent overthrow of Nobunaga, the Jesuits have fled to the relative safety of Nagasaki, a city under Portuguese control. Still uncertain of their future, Paul and his Jesuit brothers are summoned for an emergency meeting with their provincial. What news awaits them?

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In a culture that has abandoned God, families struggle to find beautiful, faith-affirming stories to inspire their children. The Saints: Adventures of Faith and Courage provides thrilling and inspiring stories to ignite your family’s pursuit of virtue and holiness. Join us for a new 5-episode adventure every week!

🚦 Rating: 7+

Paul Miki yearns to become the first Japanese Jesuit priest. The son of a nobleman, he is educated at the Jesuit seminary and learns virtues of courage, perseverance, and hope. When the Church in Japan begins to undergo persecution, Paul bravely faces danger - even his own death - in order to stay close to Jesus.

This series contains moments of intensity and danger, including raised voices and arguments. An attempted robbery takes place. A sword fight occurs. Several characters threaten one another with death. A joke about polygamy is made. A character’s earlobe is severed. Christians in captivity are beaten and mistreated. Crucifixions are portrayed.

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The Saints - Philip Howard: Episode Two
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06/11/24 • 11 min

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🗺️ Philip Howard - Episode Two: Indulgence and Neglect

England, 1572. With a secret letter delivered after his execution, Thomas Howard leaves his final wishes for his son Philip Howard. Forced to marry against his will and burdened by his family’s history, Philip faces a choice. Will he abandon his family’s legacy or submit to a life of duty he did not choose?

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🚦 Rating: Everyone

Philip Howard wasn’t sure of the path he was supposed to tread. Raised outwardly Protestant but secretly Catholic, Philip spent a great deal of time not committing to either side. However, when he became Earl of Arundel, he bravely shouldered the responsibilities given to him and begin helping to hide undercover priests. His journey from rebellious teenager to a Catholic dissident teaches lessons of Trust, Courage, and Prudence.

This series contains moments of fear and intensity, including intrigue, raised voices, and arguments. As a young man, Philip is unsure of his faith and is rebellious toward his family and their expectations. An execution is implied. Several characters are imprisoned for their faith. Philip’s Father gives him a letter written in blood. A character dies of old age in-scene. A character is referenced as having been tortured. A character is threatened with execution.

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The Saints - Saint Valentine: Episode Four
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02/15/24 • 12 min

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🗺️ Saint Valentine - Episode Four: Reunited in Heaven

Rumors abound in Terni. Will Daria be put to death by the wicked Governor Placidus? Valentine watches the unfolding events, and visits Austerius to plead with him to help free Daria. And Placidus presents her with one last chance to save her life.

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🚦 Rating: 7+

Valentine strives to free Daria from Placidus’ clutches. Austerius begins to waver in his support of the Roman regime. Knowing that her death is imminent, Daria shows courage, prepared to be united with Christ and Chysanthus in Heaven.

This episode includes moments of intensity and raised voices. A character speaks mockingly of the faith. A character’s death by burial is referenced. A scourging is referenced. A Character is sentenced to death.

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The Saints - Paul Miki: Episode Four
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04/04/24 • 14 min

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🗺️ Paul Miki - Episode Four: Footprints in the Snow

With the Spanish naval ship grounded in Shikoku, its officers clash with local authorities. Now, Japanese seminarian Paul Miki must intervene to avoid an explosive conflict, with potentially deadly consequences for the Christians.

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In a culture that has abandoned God, families struggle to find beautiful, faith-affirming stories to inspire their children. The Saints: Adventures of Faith and Courage provides thrilling and inspiring stories to ignite your family’s pursuit of virtue and holiness. Join us for a new 5-episode adventure every week!

🚦 Rating: 7+

Paul Miki yearns to become the first Japanese Jesuit priest. The son of a nobleman, he is educated at the Jesuit seminary and learns virtues of courage, perseverance, and hope. When the Church in Japan begins to undergo persecution, Paul bravely faces danger - even his own death - in order to stay close to Jesus.

This series contains moments of intensity and danger, including raised voices and arguments. An attempted robbery takes place. A sword fight occurs. Several characters threaten one another with death. A joke about polygamy is made. A character’s earlobe is severed. Christians in captivity are beaten and mistreated. Crucifixions are portrayed.

📱 Social Media

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The Saints - Carlo Acutis: Episode Five
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10/13/23 • 10 min

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🗺️ Carlo Acutis - Episode Five: Highway to Heaven

Just when his presentation on the Eucharistic miracles is finally complete, Carlo’s sickness worsens. With his presentation due tomorrow, will Carlo be able to teach his catechism students about Jesus in the Eucharist? If Carlo can’t teach them, will all his work go to waste?

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In a culture that has abandoned God, families struggle to find beautiful, faith-affirming stories to inspire their children. The Saints: Adventures of Faith and Courage provides thrilling and inspiring stories to ignite your family’s pursuit of virtue and holiness. Join us for a new 5-Episode adventure every week!

🚦 Rating: Everyone

Gio teaches the presentation on the Eucharistic miracles instead of Carlo, demonstrating his newfound faith. Gio tells the children that he believes in Jesus’ presence in the Eucharist. Carlo’s legacy and impact on the world is shared in the epilogue.

Some elements of intensity include Carlo going to the hospital because of his illness. Andrea and Antonia grieve their son’s illness and tell Carlo that he will die soon. Fr. Mario gives last rites to Carlo before he dies.

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The Saints - John Vianney: Episode Four
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09/19/24 • 14 min

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🗺️ John Vianney - Episode Four: Overcoming Obstacles

France, 1810. Hidden against his will by the renegade villagers of Les Noes, the accidental deserter Jean-Marie is a popular stranger, known to all as the kindly and helpful “Jerome”. But runaway soldiers are criminals, and Jean-Marie can’t stay hidden forever. What will he do when the army comes looking for him? Will he ever see his home and his family again?

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In a culture that has abandoned God, families struggle to find beautiful, faith-affirming stories to inspire their children. The Saints: Adventures of Faith and Courage provides thrilling and inspiring stories to ignite your family’s pursuit of virtue and holiness. Join us for a new 5-Episode adventure every week!

🚦 Rating: Everyone

St. John Vianney’s life story is an inspiring example of humble reliance on God’s goodness. Despite many obstacles - the French Revolution, his lack of education, and even supernatural opposition - John Vianney’s humility and love of God provided him with a sure path to holiness and made him responsible for the salvation of many souls.

This series contains moments of emotional intensity and danger, as well as scenes of suspense and religious persecution. A character slaps another character. Moments of mild supernatural suspense and fear are also depicted. Raised voices and arguments appear throughout the story.

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How many episodes does The Saints have?

The Saints currently has 278 episodes available.

What topics does The Saints cover?

The podcast is about Christianity, Fiction, Drama, Religion & Spirituality and Podcasts.

What is the most popular episode on The Saints?

The episode title 'Joan of Arc: Episode Four' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Saints?

The average episode length on The Saints is 13 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Saints released?

Episodes of The Saints are typically released every day.

When was the first episode of The Saints?

The first episode of The Saints was released on Aug 22, 2023.

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