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The Pursuit of Wisdom, Steve Ray on Pilgrimage, The Inside Word at EWTN, Praying for Priests, and IVF

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 98:00


Doug Keck joins with the Inside Word at EWTN. Steve Ray checks in from pilgrimage at Mont Saint - Michel. Dr. Dan Guernsey stops by to discuss the future of Catholic education and a free online course called "The Pursuit of Wisdom". Plus, Grace Emily Stark discusses IVF and President Trump's executive order, and Vicki Herout talk on the importance of keeping our Priests in prayer!

Power of Prayer, Spiritual Battles with the Rosary, Box of Joy Initiative, and a Journey Through the Catechism

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 98:00


The Very Reverent Paul Scalia discusses the power of prayer. Fr. Jeffrey Kirby talks on spiritual battles with the Rosary. Michele Sagarino highlights the Box of Joy initiative. Plus, Marcellino D'Ambrosio visits to talk about a new series featuring himself, Dr Edward Sri, and Jeff Cavins called "Foundations of Fath: A Journey Through the Catechism"

The Gospel Garden, Joan's Rome, Soul Mind and Body Retreat and much more!

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 98:00


Sculptor Timothy Schmalz visits to talk about his newest piece featuring Charlie Kirk, and The Gospel Garden opening in Orlando ( https://thegospelgardens.com/ ) - Joan Lewis joins from Rome with news from the Vatican. Plus, Kendra Von Esh tells her amazing story and discusses her mission, the Soul Mind and Body Retreat https://soulmindandbodyretreat.com/

Mysteries of the Rosary (Luminous) and Newman Guide News

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 98:00


Steve Ray visits to walk us through the mysteries of the Rosary, with today's session on the Luminous. Vanessa shares her Coach's Commentary on leadership. Plus, Kevin Murphy, chief content officer with the Newman Guide, joins us for our weekly Newman Guide News segment!

Journey Home Highlights, Debarring Planned Parenthood, National Down Syndrome Awareness Month

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 99:00


Matt Swaim visits with highlights of the upcoming Journey Home program on EWTN TV and Radio. Kristan Hawkins, president of Students for Life, stops in to talk over calling for the Trump administration to debar Planned Parenthood. Gail Buckley-Barringer joins with her scripture verse of the week. Plus, Casey Overstreet brings light to National Down Syndrome Awareness month.

The Inside Word at EWTN, Great Books for Good Men, and the ChewsLife Rosary

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 98:00


Doug Keck stops in for the Inside Word to talk about what's coming up on EWTN. Joseph Pearce visits to discuss his new book "Great Books for Good Men" and what it means to be a good, Catholic man. Plus, Shannon Wendt of ChewsLife visits to talk over her ministry and business.

Cultural Connections, Bible Timeline Study, and the Story of Savannah Antao

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2025 97:00


Father Mitch Pacwa S.J. visits to talk peace in the middle-east.  Jeff Cavins stops by to discuss a newly refreshed Bible timely study. Plus, Chris Ferrarra from Thomas More Society joins to tell the story of pro-lifer Savannah Antao's attack

Moments from the 2025 WINE & Shrine Pilgrimage

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 93:00


On today we revisit moments from the 2025 WINE and Shrine Pilgrimage with Teresa Tomeo and others. Plus, a journey of the Mysteries of the Rosary with Steve Ray as he looks over the Joyful mysteries.

Foundations of Faith, Newman Guide News, and a Homily from the Tomb of Saint Francis

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2025 98:00


Marcellino D'Ambrosia, aka Dr. Italy, visits to discuss a new series called "Foundations of Faith: A Journey Through the Catechism" with Jeff Cavins & Ted Sri. Plus, a Homily from the tomb of St Francis this morning said by Fr. Frankie Cicero, and Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon brings light to what's happening on college campuses from a Catholic perspective.

All Hallow's Eve, GRN Academy, Scripture Verse of the Week and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2025 49:00


Anthony DeStefano visits to talk about his latest book, “All Hallow's Eve”, that brings more understanding to this coming day. Dave Palmer and Zach Allen of Guadalupe Radio stop by to highlight what's going on with the GRN Academy. Plus, Gail Buckley-Barringer returns with her scripture verse of the week!

The Inside Word at EWTN, Monthly Marriage Encounter, THL Conference and more...!

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2025 99:00


The Inside Word at EWTN with Doug Keck. Fact check Friday examines how even less Americans trust the main stream media. Greg and Julie Alexander joins with their Monthly Marriage Encounter. Plus, The Most Reverend Thomas J. Olmsted, Bishop Emeritus of Phoenix is joined by Christofer Pereyra of Tepeyac discuss the THL Conference in Mexico City.

New Deal for Peace in the Middle East, Our Lady of Champion, Prayer with the Saints, Adoration Sodality and more

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 99:00


Sherry Brownrigg Guests hosts as Cultural Connection with Father Mitch Pacwa offers a look at the new deal for peace in the middle east, and also why more Catholic Churches have been under attack. John Paul Brissette joins from Our Lady of Champion Shrine to talk about it's Solemnity and Carlo Acutis Day at the shrine. Plus, Mary McClernon stops by to talk about prayer with the saints, and Chris McCarthy highlights The Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament's Adoration Sodality program.

Abortion Rates Dropping, Holier Matrimony, and the Latest from Rome and Vatican City

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 49:00


Michael New joins to discuss the numbers behind abortion rates dropping. Caitrin Bennett visits to talk about her book "Holier Matrimony: Married Saints, Catholic Vows and Sacramental Grace". Plus, Joan Lewis joins to share the latest from Rome and the Vatican.

The Unknown Sorrows of Mary (9-12) & The Rosary in Nursing Homes

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 50:00


Steve Ray visits to complete his series on the Unknown Sorrows of Mary. Plus, Teresa Rodriguez, founder of The Rosary discusses the importance of praying the Rosary with those in nursing homes.

Journey Home Highlights, "Soul on Fire" Film, Temperaments of the Saints and more...

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 98:00


Matt Swaim stops by with highlights from The Journey Home. Producer of the film "Soul on Fire", Margaret French Isaac, visits to discuss her film and the true story of John O'Leary. Plus, Rosemary McGuire Berry is in studio to talk about the temperaments of the saints, and Coach's Commentary talks about the importance of the "why" in what our purpose is.

The Inside Word at EWTN, Durbin Declines Lifetime Achievement Award, Noelle Mering and more...

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 97:00


Doug Keck visits with the Inside Word at EWTN and highlights the weekend's programming. Bill Donahue, President of the Catholic League, joins to discuss Sen. Durbin declining a lifetime achievement award after pressure from the League and expresses the importance of using your voice. Plus, Noelle Mering, author of the book "Awake, Now Woke" talks with Vanessa about women's issues in the culture of today.

Broken Mary: The Kevin Matthews Story, Father Donald Haggerty, and Health and Holiness

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2025 97:00


Kevin Matthews spends the first hour with Teresa talking about the film "Broken Mary: The Kevin Matthews Story" (in theaters October 7th). Revisit an interview with Fr. Donald Haggerty shortly after the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Plus, Lindsay Fullerman of Full of Grace Wellness discuss the importance of health and holiness.

All Hallow's Eve & The Body Reveals the Person

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 98:00


Author Anthony DeStefano joins Teresa to talk about his newest book “All Hallow's Eve” and looks at the real meaning of this holiday. Plus, Bishop Daniel Thomas takes a look over his new document “The Body Reveals the Person”.

The Unknown Sorrows of Mary (5-8), Person and Identity Project, Newman Guide News and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2025 98:00


Steve Ray visits to continue our series on the "Unknown Sorrows of Mary". Mary Rice Hasson stops in to talk about the Person & Identity Project and receiving the Cross Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice Medal on Sunday. Plus, Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon looks at a story where a Catholic school teacher was suspended for a surrogate pregnancy.

Discerning Hearts, Road to Sainthood, Bishop Paprocki Discussing Dick Durbin, "Minding Mom" and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 98:00


Kris McGregor joins to discuss Discerning Hearts and the road to sainthood. Bishop Thomas Paprocki visits to talk about the growing opposition to Senator Durbin receiving a lifetime achievement award from Bishop Cupich. Plus, Lisa Livezey is our guest in-studio to discuss God's providence in caregiving and her book "Minding Mom".

The Inside Word at EWTN, Protecting Children from the Dangers of Smart Phones, Purpose and Power of Forgiveness and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 97:00


The Inside Word at EWTN with Doug Keck. Brian and Jennifer Kuzma, co-founders of Smart Families United LLC discuss protecting our kids from the dangers of smart phones. Plus, Father Chris Alar discuss the purpose and power of forgiveness with guest host Teresa Tomeo

Cultural Connections, Box of Joy Initiative, Power of the Rosary, and much more!

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 98:00


Father Mitch Pacwa visits for his Cultural Connection segment and reflects with Teresa on the Charlie Kirk memorial, the shooting in Dallas at the ICE Detention Center and more. Michele Sagarino of Cross Catholic Outreach talks over their Box of Joy initiative. Plus, Fr Dwight Longenecker talks about the power of the Rosary, Rosary College, Christmas, All Hallow's Eve...and Teresa revisits Ted Cruz's and JD Vance's commentary following the shooting in Dallas, TX.

Post-Abortive Mental Health Hospitalizations Up, FBI and Anti-Catholic Bigotry, All Hallow's Eve Book and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2025 98:00


Tessa Cox from the Charlotte Lozier Institute visits with new info on how mental health hospitalizations have doubled for post-abortive women. Bill Donahue stops by discuss the Cardinal Cupich story, Charlie Kirk, and the FBI investigation on anti-Catholic Bigotry. Plus, author Anthony DeStefano is Teresa's guest in the second hour, where they go through his newest book for kids and adults "All Hallow's Eve" which educates us on the meaning behind the holiday. Also, a visit to the heel of Italy and a look at Padre Pio on Shrines and Wonders!

The Unknown Sorrows of Mary, Free Speech, Newman Guide News and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2025 98:00


Steve Ray visits to look at the Unknown Sorrows of Mary (1-4). Tyson Langhofer of ADF joins to talk Charlie Kirk and the need for free speech on college campuses. Plus, Newman Guide News welcomes Patrick Reilly and John Sherman of the Cardinal Newman society to talk the impact of Charlie Kirk.

"The Body Reveals" with Bishop Daniel Thomas, Erika Kirk's Remarks, Health and Holiness, and Jimmy Kimmel Doubles Down...

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2025 98:00


Join Teresa and Bishop Daniel Thomas of the Diocese Toledo as they discuss his document "The Body Reveals". We look back on the powerful testimony of Erika Kirk during Charlie Kirk's funeral during T's Two Sense, and discuss the Jimmy Kimmel situation as he doubles down. Plus, Lindsay Fullerman joins to talk about the importance of health and holiness!

The Inside Word at EWTN, Shock of Holiness, Life Runners, Fact Check Friday and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2025 98:00


The Inside Word at EWTN with Doug Keck, and his thoughts on the secular media, the FCC and more. Dr. Michael Pakaluk joins to discuss his book "The Shock of Holiness". Dr. Pat Castle visits with a Life Runners update and talks Padre Pio, the patron saint of Life Runners, and weighs in on the Charlie Kirk Story. Plus, T's Two Sense and Fact Check Friday look further into the media's part and it's responsibility to the public.

Cultural Connection with Father Mitch, GRN Academy, St. John the Baptist as Priest and Prophet

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2025 98:00


Fr. Mitch Pacwa joins for Cultural Connections to discuss the contrasts developing that surround the Charlie Kirk story. Dave Palmer and Zach Allen from Guadalupe Radio talk about GRN Academy. Fr. Sebastian Walshe visits in studio to talk about St. John the Baptist as as priest and as a prophet.

Dr. Janet Smith, Saints Who Teach Us Civil Discourse, Holy Face of Christ Devotion, Montecassino and more

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 98:00


Dr. Janet Smith joins to talk about her article in Crisis Magazine about Charlie Kirk. Meg Hunter-Kilmer visits to talk about Saints who teach us we can disagree and still be respectful. Dr. Carrie Gress tell us 7 ways to increase devotion to the Holy Face of Christ. Plus, Shrines and Wonders is a visit to Montecassino and St. Benedict's Abbey - and Two Sense offers a lesson with 5 core values of journalism.

Broken Mary: The Kevin Matthews Story, Steve Ray Discussing the Death of Charlie Kirk, Newman Guide News and More!

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 98:00


Steve Ray joins to talk about the cultural impact of Charlie Kirk's assassination. Former top on-air radio personality Kevin Matthews visits to discuss the new film "Broken Mary: the Kevin Matthews story. Plus, Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon helps you pick a college education central to the Catholic faith.

The Mental Impact of Abortions on Women, The Case of the Sainthood for Tom Vander Woude, Journey Home Highlights and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 98:00


Journey Home Highlights with Matt Swaim. Chris Vander Woude joins to talk about the case for the Sainthood of his dad. Plus, T's Two sense takes a look at Tulsi Gabbard's statement at a prayer vigil for Charlie Kirk. Then, Dr. Anna Nordin stops in to talk with Teresa about the impact abortions have on the mental health of women.

The Inside Word at EWTN, Ten Commandments, God's Wounds and much more!

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 98:00


Doug Keck joins with the Inside Word at EWTN. Andrea Picciotti-Bayer joins to discuss the Ten Commandments in Texas and Louisiana schools. Vanessa weighs in on the Charlie Kirk assassination in Fact Check Friday and her Coach's Commentary. Plus, author John Clark visits to talk about his book "God''s Wounds - The Remarkable Truth of Those Who ore the Signs of Christ's Passion".

Charlie Kirk Assassination and Legacy, Remembering 9-11, and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 98:00


Father Mitch Pacwa discusses the Charlie Kirk assassination in his Cultural Connection segment. Raymond Arroyo stops by to remember Kirk's legacy and how it relates to young Americans. Father Donald Haggerty visits in studio to talk more on yesterday's news, remember 9-11, and give his answer on what we've learned over 24 years as a country.

Vatican Observatory Promoting Dialogue Between Faith and Reason, Italian Riviera, Joan's Rome, Life Runner Update and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 93:00


A visit with Fr. Richard Anthony D'Souza from Castel Gandolfo, discussing the Vatican Observatory's job to promote the dialogue between faith and reason. Joan Lewis joins with the latest from Rome, and Teresa takes us to the Italian Riviera in Italy's Shrines and Wonders. Plus, an update from Dr. Pat Castle on Life Runner's Relay for Pro-Life, and an update on a religious discrimination case involving an elementary school student in Mississippi.

Seven Known Sorrows of Mary, Impact of the Taylor Swift Engagement, The University of Mary and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 93:00


Steve Ray visits to talk about the Seven Known Sorrows of Mary, a portion of a 4 part series in the month of September. Greg and Julie Alexander join to discuss the possible impact of Taylor Swift's engagement on young people considering marriage. Plus, Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon and special guest Rachel Brasch discuss record breaking enrollment at the University of Mary

Journey Home Highlights, National Day of Remembrance for Aborted Babies, Newman Guide News, and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 98:00


Journey Home Highlights, National Day of Remembrance for Aborted Babies, Newman Guide News, and more!

The Inside Word at EWTN, Meeting Saint Mother Teresa, Evangelization and Bl. Carlo, Good News Cruise and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2025 97:00


The Inside Word at EWTN with Doug Keck. John Hale of Corporate Travel joins to promote the 2027 Good News Cruise. T's Two Sense remembers Saint Mother Teresa, and shares her story of meeting the Saint! Plus, John Paul Brissette of Our Lady of Champion visits to discuss his role in evangelization as inspired by Blessed Carlo Acutis!

Cultural Connections, Sculptor of the Bl. Carlo Acutis Statue, The Warrior Rosary and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 98:00


On Cultural Connections with Father Mitch Pacwa S.J., Teresa talks with Father about the upcoming canonizations and looks back at least week's tragic school shooting in Minnesota. Sculptor and artist Timothy Schmalz joins to talk over the unveiling of the statue of Bl. Carlo Acutis. Plus, Tom Sullivan joins to talk about the power of praying the Rosary, and his Warrior Rosary.

Hopeful Mysteries of the Rosary, Tombs of Bl. Carlo Acutis & Bl. Pier Giorgio Frassati, Joan's Rome and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 93:00


Dr. Tom Neal from the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee Florida visits to talk about his diocese's promulgation of the "Hopeful Mysteries of the Rosary". Shrines and Wonders has Teresa guiding you to the tombs of Bl. Carlo Acutis and Bl. Pier Giorgio Frassati as we prepare for the upcoming canonizations. Plus, Joan Lewis checks in with the latest from the Vatican. Plus, T's Two sense and revisiting a conversation about Mary with Chuck Gaidica.

Complaints Against Late Term Abortions, Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage, and Newman Guide News!

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 98:00


Dr. Michael New joins to talk pro-lifers who filed a formal complaint against a late term abortion doctor. Fr. Joseph Anthony Kress highlights the upcoming Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage. Plus, Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon.

2025 Grand Hotel Getaway + Triumph of the Heart

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2025 94:00


Join Teresa Tomeo as she welcomes guests from the 2025 Grand Hotel Getaway in Mackinac Island, Michigan. Fr. Leo Patalinghug, Fr. Mike Schmitz, Dr. Edward Sri, Chris Martin, and John Hale of Corporate Travel. Plus, a visit with Dr. Italy (Marcellino D'Ambrosio) and his son Anthony about the film "Triumph of the Heart".

Upcoming Canonizations with the Miracle Hunter (Michael O'Neill) + Lack of Deacon Ordinations in the US

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 97:00


Michael O'Neill joins to discuss the upcoming canonization of Blessed Carlo Acutis and Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati. We welcome Deacon Dominic Cerrato back to the show to talk about the absence of newly ordained deacons in the U.S. Plus more on this special Catholic Connection with Teresa Tomeo!

Live from the 2025 EWTN Radio Conference!

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2025 98:00


Teresa is live from the 2025 EWTN Catholic Radio Conference in Tysons Virginia! Jeff Cavins joins from Minnesota to discuss the events of the tragic shooting at Annunciation School in Minneapolis. Plus, Dr Ray Guarendi weighs in, and Jack Williams of EWTN Radio shares the importance of Catholic Radio in these times. Not to mention, a re-air of Teresa's visit with Kelsey Reinhardt of Catholic Vote regarding the latest data on Mifepristone.

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