In this episode of Catholic Unscripted, Katherine Bennett and Mark Lambert speak with Mike McCormick, author of An Almost Insurmountable Evil, about power, corruption, and the forces shaping modern political life.
You can find Mike's work here:
https://substack.com/@mmccormick?utm_source=substack-feed-item
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Almost-Insurmountable-Evil-Catholic-Plandemic/dp/B0DW9BSVLR

Drawing on his experience inside Washington, McCormick offers a stark perspective on what he describes as entrenched systems of influence — often referred to as the “deep state” — and their impact on both politics and culture.

But beyond the headlines, this conversation asks deeper questions:
Where does truth come from?
Who can be trusted?
And how should Catholics respond in a world increasingly marked by confusion, fear, and competing narratives?

🔑 In this conversation:
Mike McCormick’s experience working inside Washington
What is meant by the “deep state”
The relationship between power, politics, and narrative control
Donald Trump’s role and leadership style
Fear, courage, and decision-making in political life
The danger of misinformation, speculation, and conspiracy thinking
Why Catholics must remain grounded in truth — not distraction
⚖️ Key Theme

In an age of noise, outrage, and competing claims, the greatest danger may not be what is hidden…
but what distracts us from what truly matters.

✝️ A Catholic Perspective

As Catholics, we are called not to be consumed by political speculation, but to remain rooted in:

Truth
Prudence
Moral clarity
Trust in Divine Providence

Political realities matter — but they must never replace the primacy of the Gospel.

📖 Reflection

“You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” (John 8:32)

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