Keith Nester is a former Protestant pastor who spent over 20 years in ministry before becoming Catholic in 2017. Now a full-time evangelist, author, and speaker, he helps others navigate the convert’s journey through his book The Convert’s Guide to Roman Catholicism and his YouTube channel and podcast Catholic Feedback. Keith leads Down to Earth Ministries and brings a bold, relatable voice to the faith—all from his home base in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

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00:00 Intro
02:09 Previous interview outcomes
05:24 Audience on YouTube
09:40 Choosing interviews
12:02 Catholic content
24:02 Going on Lila Rose
31:52 Has the internet killed Protestantism
37:40 Finding Catholisisum
42:40 Having a Christian mindset
46:33 Misconceptions with Protestants
54:24 Advice for Protestants
1:00:20 Why do we criticize
1:07:42 Showing up for God
1:14:15 Why do we try to control God
1:25:30 Working out and time in the gym
1:38:17 Drinking and other hobbies
1:46:00 What life has in store
1:56:10 Wanting more and being commended
2:04:30 Making YouTube a full-time job
2:20:50 Catholic creators
2:26:24 Taking in criticism
2:30:29 The future of AI and jobs
2:36:15 Choosing reality over pride
2:38:50 Is it disobedient not to be Catholic
2:41:22 What should we know about Catholic apologetics
2:43:11 Burnt out over the same topics
2:44:44 Helping others find the Catholic Church
2:45:55 Favorite place to camp
2:48:06 Differences between Catholics and other Christians
2:50:50 Discussing Newman
2:51:02 Persecution in the Church
2:52:52 Calling Protestants to Catholicism
2:54:30 Getting men to step up for the Church
2:55:58 Talking to your family about faith
2:57:22 Worship music
3:03:30 Conversion and being open to religion
3:08:35 Wrap up