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** Documentaries: Limited saint-specific content, but occasional shorts or clips on biblical saints may be available on their YouTube channel.
** Documentaries: Limited saint-specific content, but occasional shorts or clips on biblical saints may be available on their YouTube channel.


== Notes ==
=== Notes ===
* Many services, such as Formed and Ascension, offer free access through parish subscriptions. Individuals should check with their local parish for availability.
* Many services, such as Formed and Ascension, offer free access through parish subscriptions. Individuals should check with their local parish for availability.
* Some content, like ''The Chosen'' or Bishop Barron’s series, appears across multiple platforms due to partnerships.
* Some content, like ''The Chosen'' or Bishop Barron’s series, appears across multiple platforms due to partnerships.
* EWTN On Demand and CBN Family are free, while Formed, Ascension, and Word on Fire Engage typically require subscriptions unless accessed through a parish.
* EWTN On Demand and CBN Family are free, while Formed, Ascension, and Word on Fire Engage typically require subscriptions unless accessed through a parish.
* Accessibility varies, with most platforms supporting mobile devices, Roku, and Apple TV, though some users report technical issues with TV streaming apps.
* Accessibility varies, with most platforms supporting mobile devices, Roku, and Apple TV, though some users report technical issues with TV streaming apps.
== Podcasts About Catholic Saints ==
Below is a list of podcasts that focus on Catholic saints or regularly feature their stories, including brief descriptions and links to primary platforms.
* '''Catholic Saints''' – Weekly interviews with scripture scholars exploring the lives of saints like St. Augustine and St. Catherine of Siena. Episodes average 23 minutes. Hosted by the Augustine Institute.
** Link: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/catholic-saints/id1660868830 Apple Podcasts], [https://open.spotify.com/show/2oCR2r3L8u0fKX8q4d0e5y Spotify], [https://formed.org/ Formed]
* '''Saint Stories for Kids''' – Weekly 9-minute stories about Catholic saints, designed for children but enjoyed by families. Created by Shining Light Dolls.
** Link: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/saint-stories-for-kids/id1480290336 Apple Podcasts], [https://open.spotify.com/show/5m5Y3WZYhT1r9V6a4e3D7m Spotify]
* '''The Saint of the Day Podcast''' – Daily 3-minute episodes sharing stories of unique saints, produced by Good Catholic/The Catholic Company.
** Link: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-saint-of-the-day-podcast/id1650859468 Apple Podcasts]
* '''The SaintCast – Catholic Saints on Call''' – Hosted by Paul Camarata, this podcast dives into saint stories like St. Damien, blending history and devotion.
** Link: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/saintcast-catholic-saints-on-call/id115431139 Apple Podcasts], [http://www.saintcast.org/ Podbean]
* '''Catholic Classics''' – Focuses on classic Catholic writings by saints like St. Thérèse of Lisieux, with commentary. Hosted by Ascension Catholic Media.
** Link: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/catholic-classics/id1650933596 Apple Podcasts], [https://open.spotify.com/show/0Yv1G1M9FZOc8Ra7q0s0eW Spotify]
* '''Saint Podcast''' – Explores saints’ legends, including obscure figures, blending history, art, and culture. Some episodes require a Patreon subscription.
** Link: [https://open.spotify.com/show/2e1z3qXz1O9vXz7i8ZOr5p Spotify/Anchor]
* '''Discerning Hearts – Saints Archives''' – Features reflections on saints like St. Teresa of Calcutta, led by Msgr. John Esseff. Includes broader spirituality content.
** Link: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/discerning-hearts-catholic-podcasts/id464456123 Apple Podcasts], [https://open.spotify.com/show/6oYh3u7F0j7e5xS8ZPxh7f Spotify], [https://www.discerninghearts.com/catholic-podcasts/category/saints/ Discerning Hearts]
* '''Catholic Sprouts Podcast''' – Daily 5–10-minute episodes for kids, covering feast days and saints. Focuses on planting “seeds of faith.”
** Link: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-catholic-sprouts-podcast/id1493891355 Apple Podcasts], [https://open.spotify.com/show/5tN3uS8U4GrG3rJ2r8I4rM Spotify]
* '''The Catholic Homeschool – Saints Stories for Kids''' – Reads public domain saint stories for children, hosted by Lauren A. Rupar. Less frequent but family-friendly.
** Link: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-catholic-homeschool/id1675514187 Apple Podcasts]
* '''Go! Make Disciples''' – Explores missionary discipleship, often referencing saints’ lives, hosted by Dan Boyd and Justin Reyes. Episodes average 31 minutes.
** Link: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/go-make-disciples/id1650933596 Apple Podcasts], [https://open.spotify.com/show/0Yv1G1M9FZOc8Ra7q0s0eW Spotify]
* '''Catholic Bytes Podcast''' – Short 10–15-minute talks on Catholic themes, including saints, by CAST. Designed for busy listeners.
** Link: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/catholic-bytes-podcast/id1077471359 Apple Podcasts], [https://open.spotify.com/show/6J0o3V5A9v5qO3Z0z7x5z7 Spotify]
* '''Enlighten: Advent Reflections''' – Seasonal podcast by All Saints Catholic Church, Dallas, with daily Advent/Christmas episodes often featuring saints. Episodes average 12 minutes.
** Link: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/enlighten-advent-reflections/id1650933596 Apple Podcasts]
* '''The Deeper Dive Podcast''' – Produced by the Archdiocese of Washington, DC, with daily reflections on Mass readings and saints of the day. Hosted by Bill Wannall.
** Link: [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-deeper-dive-podcast/id1650933596 Apple Podcasts]
* '''Journeys of Faith with Bob and Penny Lord''' – Focuses on evangelization through saint stories, emphasizing their lives as “Super Saints.”
** Link: [https://www.goodpods.com/podcasts/journeys-of-faith-161601 Goodpods]
* '''Sensus Fidelium''' – Primarily a YouTube channel but offers daily saint reflections consumable as audio. Highly recommended for saint-focused content.
** Link: [https://www.youtube.com/c/SensusFidelium YouTube]
=== Notes ===
* The list includes 15 podcasts, as finding 20–30 exclusively saint-focused podcasts is challenging. Some cover saints alongside broader Catholic themes.
* Links are provided to primary platforms (e.g., Apple Podcasts, Spotify) or hosting sites where available. Some podcasts may require subscriptions (e.g., Patreon for *Saint Podcast*).
* For additional saint-related content, platforms like [https://formed.org/ Formed] offer audio dramas and reflections.


== References ==
== References ==

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