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A Catholic Take: What you need to know, right now. A bold synthesis of inspiration and information. Keeping you up to date on news & issues from a Courageous Catholic perspective with Joe McClane. Live, Monday-Friday across the Station of the Cross Catholic Media Network.

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    The A Catholic Take podcast with Joe McClane is a must-listen for any Catholic looking to start their day off right. With his unmatched enthusiasm and knowledge on Catholic matters, McClane provides informative and entertaining content that keeps listeners engaged. Not only does he cover news about the Church, but also important national and international news, making this podcast a great way to stay informed on a variety of topics. The convenience of the app and the availability of the podcast for missed episodes makes it even easier to keep up with this fantastic show.

    One of the best aspects of The A Catholic Take podcast is Joe McClane's genuine passion for spreading the truth about the Catholic faith. His charitable approach and humble heart shine through in every episode, creating a welcoming and uplifting atmosphere for listeners. Additionally, McClane's inclusion of news analysis adds a valuable perspective to current events, allowing listeners to view them through a Catholic lens. The combination of spiritual content and honest news coverage sets this podcast apart from others in its genre.

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    New Mexico Archbishop Scandalizes the Faithful & the New Israel vs the Old! (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 115:21


    August 6th, 2025 - We welcome back Michael Hichborn of the Lepanto Institute with an astonishing report on the Archbishop of Santa Fe, NM. Then we're joined again by Prof. Matthew Tsakanikas to discuss reaffirming that the Catholic Church is the true New Israel. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Trump Backing Off IVF...or Just Delaying? (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 91:13


    August 5th, 2025 - We welcome back Dr. Stacy Trasancos to discuss the Trump admin's apparent retreat from promises to expand IVF access. Plus: the Youth Jubilee in Rome, moms labelled EXTREMISTS in Massachusetts, and more. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    From Blasphemy in Hollywood to a Million Catholics in Rome! (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 111:17


    August 4th, 2025 - We welcome back Mike Koeniger to contrast the Jubilee of Young People in Rome with blasphemy on stage in the U.S. Then we're joined again by Katherine Bennett of Catholic Unscripted to discuss Andrew Tate and Matt Walsh. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Catholic Influencers, Government Bribes & Space Alien Invasions... It's Friday! (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 111:12


    August 1st, 2025 - We welcome back Dr. Anthony Stine of Return to Tradition to talk UFO deceptions and Catholic influencers. Then we're joined again by Michael Hichborn of the Lepanto Institute to discuss corruption in both Church and State. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Truth vs Lies on Israel & Gaza with Mike Casey (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 96:24


    July 31st, 2025 - We welcome back Brent Haynes to talk further Trump-Russia document revelations. Then we're joined by Mike Casey, former deputy political counselor, to discuss the truths and myths of Israel and Gaza. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    John-Henry Westen Responds to the Allegations (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 110:56


    July 30th, 2025 - We welcome back Edward Clancy of Aid to the Church in Need to discuss the state of Christian persecution in the Congo, the West Bank, and Gaza. Plus: LifeSiteNews CEO John-Henry Westen responds to the leaked allegations and board meeting audio. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Frank Pavone on Planned Parenthood CLOSING & Fr. Gerald Murray on Synodal Jargon (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 96:22


    July 29th, 2025 - We welcome back Frank Pavone to talk defunding Planned Parenthood. Then we're joined again by Fr. Gerald Murray to discuss the word salad of "synodality". TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Janet Smith on Detroit Catholic Purge & Christian Wagner on Pope Leo's NEXT Move (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 70:40


    July 28th, 2025 - We welcome back Dr. Janet Smith to discuss the firings at Sacred Heart Major Seminary in Detroit. Then we're joined by Christian Wagner of Scholastic Answers to find out what to expect from Pope Leo's first encyclical. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Ralph Martin FIRED? (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 123:29


    July 25th, 2025 - We welcome back Vatican correspondent Michael Haynes to talk Syria, Abp. Cordileone on the TLM, and more. Then we're joined again by Dr. Anthony Stine of Return to Tradition to catch up on Catholic news from the week, including the firing of Ralph Martin and Eduardo Echeverria. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Tulsi Gabbard Drops BOMBSHELL & Pope Leo Returns from Vacation (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 111:57


    July 24th, 2025 - We welcome back Nicholas Cavazos to discuss the Tulsi Gabbard report on the 2016 Russia Collusion story. Then we're joined again by Fr. Alexander Lucie-Smith to talk Pope Leo and Vatican reforms. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Fr. James Martin, Sodom & Gomorrah, & the Israel Problem (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 111:15


    July 23rd, 2025 - We welcome back J.C. Miller on why Catholics are leaving the faith. Then we're joined again by Mark Lambert of Catholic Unscripted to discuss Fr. James Martin and the sins of Sodom & Gomorrah. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Worse Than the Nazis? (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 82:39


    July 22nd, 2025 - We welcome back Joseph Pearce to discuss the dire culture of death fostered by the U.K. government. Plus: Dr. Taylor Marshall's Washington Times article on Pope Leo XIV. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Babylon Bee's Joel Berry Accuses Gaza Catholics of Supporting Terrorists? (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 110:46


    July 21st, 2025 - We welcome back Mike Koeniger to talk the revelations by Tulsi Gabbard regarding the Oabam Russia hoax. Then we're joined again by Matt Gaspers to discuss the Babylon Bee's editor and his defense of Israel's attack on Gaza's Catholics. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Pope Leo to Israel: It Is Time to Stop This Slaughter! (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 104:53


    July 18th, 2025 - We welcome back Jason Jones with an update on the Gaza parish attacked by Israel. Then we're joined again by Dr. Anthony Stine of Return to Tradition to catch up on Catholic news, including new data on the decline of church attendance in the US. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Is the END of the East-West Schism Coming Soon? (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 95:37


    July 17th, 2025 - We welcome back Brent Haynes to talk the Biden Autopen scandal and more immigration protests. Then we're joined by Hillsdale professor Dr. Charles Yost to discuss the Great Schism and what it would take to end it. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    TOXIC Catholic Influencer Culture? (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 98:42


    July 16th, 2025 - We welcome back Anthony Abbate of Avoiding Babylon to talk the Alex Jurado/Voice of Reason/Wretched Saints scandal and Catholic "influencer" culture. Then we're joined by J.C. Miller to discuss whether the Catholic Church should embrace homeschooling. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Groomed by the West (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 111:03


    July 15th, 2025 - We welcome back Edward Clancy to talk the attacks on Christians in the Holy Land and what the bishops there are doing about it. Then we're joined again by Katherine Bennett of Catholic Unscripted to discuss her article on Lily Allen and the culture that failed her. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Christian Persecution in the Middle East (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 89:11


    July 14th, 2025 - We welcome back Mike Koeniger to talk the fallout from the Trump admin's Epstein files decisions. Then we're joined by Elisa Gestri to discuss the plight of Christians in the Middle East. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    New Evidence Questioning the Vatican's Traditional Latin Mass Restrictions (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 110:04


    July 11th, 2025 - We welcome back Dr. Anthony Stine of Return to Tradition to catch up on the leaked survey of bishops regarding the TLM. Then we're joined again by Fr. Charles Murr to discuss the TLM leaks, the shock chancery appointment in Toulouse, and more. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Christians Under Siege! (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 110:40


    July 10th, 2025 - We welcome back Brent Haynes to discusses the attacks on ICE officers. Then we're joined again by Jason Jones with updates on the Israeli persecution of Christians in Taybeh. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    A BIG Shakeup at LSN, the Epstein Memo, & Kennedy Hall (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 95:42


    July 9th, 2025 - We welcome back Mike McCormick to discuss the Trump admin's handling of the Epstein case. Then we're joined again by Kennedy Hall with a warning about screen use by children. Includes the full Aftershow conversation. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Pope Leo's Action Plan (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 80:22


    July 8th, 2025 - We welcome back Vatican correspondent Michael Haynes with a report on Pope Leo's summer schedule and future plans. Then we're joined by Nicholas Cavazos, the Traditional Thomist, to discuss the American founding. Includes the full Aftershow conversation. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Floods & The Corruption of Creation (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 96:39


    July 7th, 2025 - We welcome back Mike Koeniger with the latest on the tragic floods in Texas. Then we're joined by Leila Miller to discuss Catholic parenting. Includes the full Aftershow conversation. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Bishop Strickland on LEAKED Latin Mass Doc & Catholic Patriotism (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 51:20


    July 3rd, 2025 - We welcome back Brent Haynes to talk the state of patriotism in the U.S. Then we're joined again by Bishop Joseph Strickland to discuss the leaked documents from the 2020 survey of bishop regarding the TLM. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Did Pope Francis Lie to Us? (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 51:13


    July 2nd, 2025 - We welcome back Bai Macfarlane of Mary's Advocates to discuss American bishops requiring civil divorces in annulment cases. Plus: Does Diane Montagna's bombshell report prove Traditiones Custodes based on a lie? Includes the full Aftershow conversation. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    The End of ALL Things – Our Lady of Revelation (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 115:52


    July 1st, 2025 - We welcome Megan Garcia with a heartbreaking warning about the dangers of A.I. Then we're joined by Mark McLean to discuss Our Lady of Revelation. Includes the full Aftershow conversation. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    The Implications of the Supreme Court Rulings & The Power of Forgiveness (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 52:21


    June 30th, 2025 - We welcome back Mike Koeniger to discuss last week's final Supreme Court decisions of the term. Then we're joined by Michael Lichens to present the new book, "I Killed Maria Goretti". TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Restoring Catholic Tradition & Our Lady's Psalter (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 115:55


    June 27th, 2025 - We welcome back Dr. Anthony Stine of Return to Tradition to discuss requesting that Pope Leo free the TLM. Then we're joined by Dr. Betty Bosarge to talk Fr. Robert Bradley's book "Our Lady's Psalter - Reflections on the Mysteries of the Traditional Rosary". Includes the full Aftershow conversation. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Dissident Priests in San Antonio & A Socialist Muslim in NYC (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 100:58


    June 26th, 2025 - We welcome back Brent Haynes to discuss the NYC mayoral race and Democrat candidate Zohran Mamdani. Then we're joined again by Michael Hichborn with more on the dissident Association of United States Catholic Priests. Includes the full Aftershow conversation. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    The Dangers of Artificial Intelligence (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 51:25


    June 25th, 2025 - welcome back Catholic writer Paul List to discuss the dangers of Artificial Intelligence, or A.I. Plus: Pope Leo addresses the subject of A.I. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    The “Ceasefire”, Dispensationalism, & Saving Christian Slaves in Pakistan! (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 114:12


    June 24th, 2025 - We welcome back Adrian Fonseca to define and discuss dispensationalism. Then we're joined by Fr. Federico Highton with dramatic accounts of rescuing Christian slaves in Pakistan. Includes the full Aftershow conversation. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Did Trump Obliterate EMPTY Nuclear Sites in Iran...on Purpose? (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 114:26


    June 23rd, 2025 - We welcome back Mike Koeniger to discuss Trump's bombing of Iran and the potential repercussions. Then we're joined again by Dan Sevigny with analysis of the failures of the Coalition for Canceled Priests. Includes the full Aftershow conversation. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Christians Slaughtered in Nigeria & Idols in Australian Cathedrals (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 114:56


    June 20th, 2025 - We welcome back Edward Clancy of Aid to the Church in Need with updates on the murder of Christians in Nigeria. Then we're joined again by Dr. Anthony Stine of Return to Tradition to catch up on Catholic news from the week, including the appointment of a new Archbishop of Brisbane. Includes the full Aftershow conversation. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Bp. Athanasius Schneider - The Attacks of this World & from Within the Church (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 50:35


    June 19th, 2025 - We welcome back Bp. Athanasius Schneider to discuss the Chartres Pilgrimage and the pontificate of Leo XIV. We are raising funds for the close of our 2025 Spring Appeal - visit TheStationOfTheCross.com or call 1-877-711-8500! TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Abortion Up To BIRTH in the UK? (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 51:26


    June 18th, 2025 - We welcome back Mark Lambert of Catholic Unscripted to discuss the tragic decriminalization of abortion in the United Kingdom. We are raising funds for the close of our 2025 Spring Appeal - visit TheStationOfTheCross.com or call 1-877-711-8500! TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Condemned Theologian to Keynote Dissident Priest's Assembly (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 114:08


    June 17th, 2025 - We welcome back Brent Haynes to explain the Minnesota politician murders. Then we're joined again by Michael Hichborn of the Lepanto Institute to discuss the dissident "Association of United States Catholic Priests" and their promotion of a condemned theologian. Includes the full Aftershow conversation. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Israel & Regime Change in Iran; "No Kings" & Military Parades Across USA (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 114:45


    June 16th, 2025 - We welcome back Mike Koeniger to talk developments in the Israel-Iran war. Then we're joined again by S.A. McCarthy to discuss the "No Kings" protests on the same day as the U.S. Army anniversary military parade. Includes the full Aftershow conversation. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Vigano Prays for Pope Leo, Israel Attacks Iran & What's Next for Bp. Strickland (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 115:04


    June 13th, 2025 - We welcome back Ellen Holmes Steeves-LeBlanc to talk Bp. Joseph Strickland's next pilgrimage. Then we're joined again by Dr. Anthony Stine of Return to Tradition to discuss Viganò, Bp. Schneider, Pope Leo and more. Includes the full Aftershow conversation. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Signs of Change under New Pontificate? With Fr. Gerald Murray (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 51:15


    June 12th, 2025 - We welcome back Brent Haynes to talk the ICE protests and riots. Then we're joined again by Fr. Gerald Murray to discuss encouraging signs of course correction under Pope Leo XIV. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Pope Leo XIV & The Fight for What You Believe In (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 50:54


    June 11th, 2025 - We welcome back Michael Haynes of LifeSiteNews with reports from Rome and the Chartres Pilgrimage. Then we're joined by Dorothy Sexauer to discuss a Catholic school standing strong in Pennsylvania. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    The Sacred Heart: A Battle for the Soul of June (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 52:37


    June 10th, 2025 - We welcome back Jese Evans to talk an upcoming Rosary rally in Cincinnati, OH. Then we're joined by Austin Steo & Catherine Anderson to discuss restoring Catholic marriage. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Ugly Riots in Los Angeles vs Beauty & Goodness (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 116:25


    June 9th, 2025 - We welcome back Mike Koeniger to talk about the L.A. riots and the Trump admin's response. Then we're joined by Catholic artist Dony Mac Manus to discuss pilgrimage, art, and beauty. Includes the full Aftershow conversation. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Why Most Choose HELL Over Heaven (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 122:51


    June 6th, 2025 - We welcome back Dr. Anthony Stine to catch up on Catholic news, including a delay in Carlo Acutis's canonization. Then we're joined by Msgr. Charles Pope to discuss his new book, "The Hell There Is". Includes the full Aftershow conversation. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    FBI Surveillance of Traditional Catholics WORSE Than Reported (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 53:01


    June 5th, 2025 - We welcome back Brent Haynes to talk recent revelations concerning the FBI's surveillance of traditional Catholics. Then we're joined by Laura Hill to discuss a new publication for teen Catholics, the VERSO L'ALTO Gazette. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    The WAR on What is Good, TRUE & Beautiful... & Those Who Fight Back! (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 116:02


    June 4th, 2025 - We welcome back Ross McKnight to talk "Pride Month" and a new Sacred Heart rally. Then we're joined again by Charles Coulombe to discuss his new book on Empress Zita, wife of Bl. Karl of Austria. Includes the full Aftershow conversation. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Charlotte Bishop Accidentally Provides CLARITY? (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 114:43


    June 3rd, 2025 - We welcome back Steve Cunningham of Sensus Fidelium with an update on the situation in the diocese of Charlotte, NC. Plus: Is Pope Leo "correcting" Pope Francis? Includes the full Aftershow conversation. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Joe's Back & SHOCKED at What He Missed! (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 115:01


    June 2nd, 2025 - We welcome back Mike Koeniger to help Joe catch up on everything he missed while away on pilgrimage. Then we're joined by Fr. Thomas Morrow to talk "Marriage for God's Sake". Includes the full Aftershow conversation. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Diocesan Drama in Charlotte, NC & Pope Leo's Latest Moves (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 85:51


    May 30th, 2025 - With guest host Michael Hichborn we welcome back Dr. Anthony Stine from Return to Tradition to catch up on Catholic news from the past week, and much more. Includes the full Aftershow conversation. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Tradition...What If There Was An App For That? (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 89:52


    May 28th, 2025 - With guest host Mike Koeniger, we welcome back Steve Cunningham of Sensus Fidelium to discuss the new Sensus Fidelium app, and more. Includes the full Aftershow conversation. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    Pope Leo & President Trump...Allies for Peace? (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 93:12


    May 27th, 2025 - With guest host Mike Koeniger. we welcome back Jason Jones of the Vulnerable People Project to discuss his article for Crisis Magazine and the potential of Pope Leo and Donald Trump working together for peace. Includes the full Aftershow conversation. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

    What to Make of Pope Leo's First Episcopal Appointments? (Audio)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 114:34


    May 23rd, 2025 - With guest host Michael Hichborn, we welcome back Dr. Anthony Stine from Return to Tradition to discuss the Catholic news from the past week, including Pope Leo's first episcopal appointments. Plus: a disturbing new report from the Lepanto Institute. Includes the full Aftershow conversation. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT  

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