Catholic Connection

Dr. Peter Howard previews the upcoming America's Saint Conference on the eve of the Sheen beatification. Dr Robert Greving discusses the Apostolate of Courtesy. Dan Burke talks about the Avila Summit on spiritual warfare and the family. Dr. Theresa Farnan from the Ethics and Policy Center talks about school districts in violation of the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act, hiding transgenderism from parents.

Peter Gagnon delivers the Inside Word on EWTN programming. Fact Check Friday heads to Capitol Hill to look at the sin of omission. Dr. Patrick Deneen looks at Homer's "The Odyssey" and how it resonates deeply with Catholic spiritual life. T's Two Sense asks, "where are your local pregnancy resource centers?" Plus, Paul Jonna updates the story of Heartbeat International and the lawsuit they continue to fight.

Fr. Mitch Pacwa talks communism, socialism, and the concerns of elections in America. Emily Dinneny talks YouCat Love Forever, a guide to help young people navigate life's most important relationships. T's Two Sense looks at God's Bucket List, and what we can do about it. Plus, The Miracle Hunter (Michael O'Neill) joins to talk about the canonization cause of Nobel Price winner Sigrid Undset.

Greg and Julie Alexander visit to talk Marriage Disciples through The Alexander House, and why marriage IS a Sacrament. Shrines and Wonders Wednesday takes us to Greccio, and Joan Lewis checks in from Rome withe the latest from the Vatican. T's Two Sense looks over an IVF story from EWTN News...and, Dr. Matthew Mehan from Hillsdale College joins to talk the importance of fables to the fabric of culture throughout American history.

Steve Ray talks about grandparents in the Bible and their important role in family life. Linda Carl visits to give important info about why yoga is NOT for Catholics. T's Two Sense talks about the Holy Father's message on summertime and not leaving God on vacation + St Kateri Tekakwitha. Plus, Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon features Benedictine College's President Stephen D. Minnis to talk their 250th event for the United States!

Matt Swaim talks about light bulbs coming on in the faith, plus what's coming up on The Journey Home on EWTN. John Edwards from the "Just a Guy in the Pew" podcast and Pew Ministries. Gail Buckley Barringer delivers the Scripture Verse of the Week from Proverbs. T's Two Sense hears from Patricia Heaton on the prayer that changed her life forever. Plus, Tyler Blanski visits to talk about fatherhood in his book "Find Your Fight"

Dan Burke of the Avila Institute talks spiritual warfare and the family, the Avila Summit at spiritualdirection.com - Fact Check Friday hears from World Cup fans apologizing to America, and Michael New talks through the expiration of no taxpayer dollars going to Planned Parenthood. T's Two Sense highlights a movie for families, and Fr. Tad Pacholczyk discusses France's recent passing of an assisted suicide bill.

Father Mitch Pacwa S.J. discusses Graham Plattner's campaign in his Cultural Connections segments. Andrea Picciotti-Bayer talks over the the quiet potential of the daily 'Examen'. T's Two Sense highlights the Pope's message to the youth of Iraq. Plus, Archbishop Emeritus Alfred Hughes talks about how to be in lifetime love with God, priestly formation and more!

Dr. Liz Lev restoration of Renaissance frescoes in Hall of Raphael. Matthew Bunson is our special guest for Shrines and Wonders Wednesday. Joan from Rome checks in from Tennessee to share her experience of America's 250th! Plus, T's Two Sense, and Bruce and Jeannie Hanneman talk about RECLAIM Sexual Health and recovery.

Noelle Mering talks about what happens "When a Nation Turns Against Itself". Dr. William Newton looks over the SSPX Mass, and answers the question, "can you attend one as a Catholic?" T's Two Sense revisits the 2026 EWTN Summer Academy, and Newman Guide News welcomes a Catholic homeschooled student who won the "Ultimate Civics Showdown", and a 150,000 dollar scholarship.

Patti Maguire Armstrong talks the Catholic and spiritual analogy following sunflowers. Fr. Gerald Murray comments on the SSPX schism. Gail Buckley Barringer shares her scripture verse of the week. T's Two Sense highlights a presentation by the head of the Vatican Dicastery for Evangelization at the EWTN Summer Academy in Rome. Plus, a conversation with Robert Greving on the Apostolate of Courtesy.

On this special edition honoring our nation's 250th birthday, we're joined by Stephen White of the John Paul II National Shrine, Bill Donahue of the Catholic League, author Carrie Gress, and Dr. Michael Breidenbach, Dean of the Honors College and Associate Professor of History at Ave Maria University.

Father Mitch Pacwa talks about what's great about America! Author Melissa Overmyer unpacks "microjoys." Teresa and Patti McGuire Armstrong marvel at the beauty of sunflowers. Samantha Kelly of Fierce Athlete and Mike McDonald of the Catholic League discuss the recent Supreme Court decision on women's and girl's sports,

Teresa talks with Matt Sharp of the Alliance Defending Freedom, Franciscan University president Fr. Dave Pivonka, and Mary Pennefather, Christendom College captain of the Women's Basketball team about this important Supreme Court decision. Also weighing in isMary Rice Hasson, director of the Person and Identity Project at the Ethics and Public Policy Center. Joan Lewis brings the latest news from Rome, and Dr. Adam Tate talks about Catholics and the founding of the United States.

Teresa talks with Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse from the Ruth Institute about today's Supreme Court decision, that states can ban transgender athletes from competing on female sports teams in schools. Plus Raymond Martinez talks about his pilgrimage journey. Also, Kelly Salomen from the Newman Guide and John DeJak of the USCCB weigh in on the Supreme Court decision.

Michael New, Assistant Professor of Social Research at the Busch School of Business at The Catholic University of America - Topic: recognize the good that Dobbs has done and the challenges that Pro-life advocates continue to face ...... Steve Ray Topic: Sts. Peter & Paul. Alos Fr. Joseph Spence, FFm is in studio discussing living by the teachings of St. Therese.

Peter Gagnon share the Inside Word at EWTN with programming as we approach Independence Day and the 250th for the United States. Fact Check Friday highlights the EWTN Summer Academy in Rome. Peter Breen visits to talk about the California AG suing Heartbeat International. T's Two Sense discusses being able to understand reality in media through a Catholic lens. Plus, Terry Poplava talks the American Beliefs Study and a stance on AI use at the parish level.

Fr. Steven Arisman shares about the Shrine for Father Augustine Tolton. Camille Pauley visits from Healing the Culture to discuss the expansion of digital access as a mission to promote and protect the dignity of life. Plus, Dr. John Cuddeback reviews the importance of bringing the family connectivity back through shared work, true leisure and multigenerational living.

Fr. Sean Davidson talks about his book on John the Baptist "Prophet of Fire". Allison Dalloul highlights EWTN Radio Affiliate (The Quest in Atlanta GA) booth at the FIFA games and their successes in outreach. Joan Lewis joins with the latest from Rome. Vanessa talks about the importance of Catholic Radio in her Coach's Commentary, and Dr. Robert McNamara is our guest as they discuss Edith Stein!

Bishop Robert Barron talks about his film "Heaven in Stone & Glass", plus his appearance at the 2026 Grand Hotel Getaway. Donna Rice Hughes joins for internet safety month, and highlights Enough is Enough's offerings for parents. Nicholas Senz talks about the importance of choosing Catholic education in the age of AI. Plus, T's Two Sense talks putting down the devices, and the new Toy Story movie..and Steve Ray talks to us about Saints Peter and Paul!

Matt Swaim highlights tonight's The Journey Home on EWTN where you'll hear a raw conversation from a evangelical worship leader. Jonathan Strate, CEO of Ascension, talks the release of the Second Edition of The Liturgy of the Hours. Gail Buckley Barringer shares the Scripture Verse of the Week. Plus, T's Two Sense reviews today's Gospel Reading, and Deacon Kevin Cummings talks about the pro-life work of Deacons of Hope!

Peter Gagnon has the Inside Word on upcoming programming on EWTN. Fact Check Friday checks de-transitioning. Dr. Quentin Van Meter highlights the dangerous problems surrounding medical transitions. Plus, Tom Nash takes a look at his article "Return to the Natural Order" in Verdi Veritas.

Fr. Mitch visits for Cultural Connections to discuss his 50th anniversary of ordination, the plot on the White House UFC event, and more. Dr. Ray Guarendi talks about child well-being post pandemic, the Anthony case, parenting, etc. T's Two Sense takes a different look at the science of the Lord's Prayer in direct response to today's Gospel. Plus, Camille Pauley, co-founder of Healing the Culture, shares their resources for protecting the dignity of human life.

Teresa discusses a de-transitioning story of a woman who penned a letter to the doctor who performed her surgery. Shrines and Wonders looks Italy's Shrines and Wonders Vol. 2, available at EWTN RC dot com. Joan joins from Rome and talks Papal audience and more. Donna Rice-Hughes of Enough is Enough talks over navigating smart phone issues for parents and news of the banning of social media in the UK. Plus, Fr. Ignatius Schwietzer and Fr. Jesse Maingot have a conversation about Eucharistic adoration!

Dr. John A. Cuddeback visits in hour one to discuss "The Intentional Household...", reconnecting families through: shared work, true leisure, and the importance of multigenerational living. T's Two Sense looks at forgiveness and it's importance in our lives. Plus, Chris McCarthy talks about Adoration Sodality at the Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament, and Nicholas Senz of the Kolbe Academy tells us why an authentic Catholic education is important in this age of A.I.

Matt Swaim joins with highlights from tonight's The Journey Home where you'll hear the story of from Hare Krishna to Catholic. Jennifer Roback Morse visits to talk about why Men Matter from her Substack that replaces pride month with a celebration of masculinity. Bill Donahue, president of the Catholic League talks New York City, plus how pride month is losing steam. Plus, Gail Buckley Barringer's Scripture Verse of the week, and T's Two Sense talks about St Francis' travels on the eve of her new book release from EWTN Publishing

Dr. Matthew Bunson visits to discuss the Consecration of the United States with Teresa. The Inside Word with Peter Gagnon, President of EWTN Studios looks ahead at EWTN programming. Greg and Julie Alexander of AlexanderHouse.org join for a monthly marriage encounter and discuss the decline of marriage. T's Two Sense is a listen to the homily from the Consecration, and Fr. Tad Pacholczyk discusses news about gene editing on the unborn.

Father Mitch Pacwa S.J. recounts and comments on his last 50 years on the eve of the 50th anniversary of his ordination. Jonathan Liedl of the National Catholic Register comments on politics in the pulpit. Steve Ray opens up the topic of 120 "Names" in the upper room. Plus, T's Two Sense looks at the Consecration of the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

Kimberly Bird joins with a monthly Live Action update. Shrines and Wonders Wednesday takes us to Orvieto. Joan Lewis visits with the latest from Rome and Vatican City. Plus, Emily Jaminet talks about the Consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, and T's Two Sense looks at a piece on Vice President JD Vance and her Catholic Conversion.

Mary-Carmen Zakrajsek visits with an update on her experience with the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage. David Jurcak of the Grand Hotel in Mackinac Island joins to talk about the 2026 Grand Hotel Getaway. Stephen Auth highlights EWTN's mini-series Visions of the Divine on the Eucharist in Art. Plus, T's Two Sense looks at report about the well-being of children…and Kelly Salomon with Newman Guide News discuss the Pope's message about the mission of Catholic education.

Matt Swaim joins with highlights from The Journey Home on EWTN tonight. Kevin Roberts, president at The Heritage Foundation, talks about US states shifting from "Pride Month" to focusing on the family in June. Tom Nash talks about Eucharistic Adoration, and Steven Hemler shares info about his new book for helping parents called "The Busy Parents Guide to the Catholic Faith". Plus, Gail Buckley-Barringer and the Scripture Verse of the Week!

Peter Gagnon brings the Inside Word on EWTN Programming. Fact Check Friday looks at the new Papal Encyclical and how to use media wisely. John Paul Brissette previews the upcoming exhibit at Our Lady of Champion Shrine in Wisconsin. Dr. Ray Guarendi talks with Teresa about social media and it's impact on mental health. Plus, Fr. Mike Driscoll walks through his book "Angelic Answers..."

Fr. Mitch Pacwa discusses aliens and the Catholic Church. Fr. Peter John Cameron, OP, previews the upcoming 4th annual Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage. Plus, Carrie Gress is in studio to talk about a guide for theology of home in anticipation of the United States Semiquincentennial!

Fr. Steven Arisman visits to talk about the Shrine of Augustine Tolton. Shrines and Wonders Wednesday takes us through southern Umbria. Joan Lewis joins with the latest from Rome and Vatican City. Plus, T's Two Sense reflects on today's First Reading from 2 Timothy, and Matthew Estrade talks about a unique and upcoming pilgrimage for Catholic Aging Ministry

Fr. Ken Amadi, Director of Church Life Africa talks the partnership with Augustine Institute focused on forming lay Catholics in theological understanding and practical discipleship. Dr. John Cuddeback talks about why modern families feel disconnected and the importance of multigenerational living. Plus, Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon and Dean Czarnetzky of Ave Maria School of Law, and T's Two Sense looks at the Gospel reading.

Sr. Joseph Andrew O.P. joins to talk vocations and the 2027 Good News Cruise. Dr. Katrina Furth highlights the updated Voyage of Life Website from the Charlotte Lozier Institute. Joe Helow discusses the Eucharistic presence and the feast of Corpus Christi. Plus, T's Two Sense talks the Sacred Heart of Jesus and Gail Buckley-Barringer joins for the Scripture Verse of the Week

The Inside Word with Peter Gagnon is a full schedule of upcoming programming and comments on EWTN working with the Vatican and the encyclical. John Paul Brissette previews the Shrine's the Catholic Saints of America Exhibit at Our Lady of Champion in Wisconsin. Fact Check Friday bring Humanae Vitae into the conversation with respect to St. John Paul VI on his feast day. T's Two Sense delivers the Gospel reading on the cursing of the fig tree, and Steve Ray bring us five facts about Mary!

Fr. Mitch Pacwa S.J. talks the Papal encyclical, Iran discussions, "walking around sense" and more. Autumn Christensen presents info about moms.gov from Health and Human Services and Her PLAN. Plus, T's Two Sense delivers Bishop Barron's thoughts on Magnifica humanitas. Michael New delivers news on telehealth abortions for the near future, and Fr. Timothy Nelson previews the centennial celebration of St. Mary Star of the Sea in Jackson , Michigan

Shrines and Wonders Wednesday visits the town of Chioggia. Tom Monaghan catches up with Teresa and talks Legatus and more. Joan Lewis checks in from the Vatican to talk about Magnifica Humanitas. Plus, T's Two Sense deep dives into why so many people are coming into the Church, and Dr. Matthew Bunson reviews Pope Leo's new encyclical with Teresa

Dr. Gabriel Martinez from Ave Maria U comments on Magnifica Humanitas and his free online "Pursuit of Wisdom" course. Fr. Brian Gannon from Courage International responds to the Group 9 report, and Fr. Mike Driscoll is our guest to talk over his book "Angelic Answers" available from Catholic Answers. Plus, Newman Guide News has Kelly Salomon and guest Dr. Stephen Hildebrand of Franciscan U comment on the new encyclical.

Archbishop Alexander Sample discusses the USCCB's Consecration of the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Fr. John Hotze talks about the life and service of Fr. Emil Kapaun and updates his cause for canonization. Jason Shanks joins to talk about the One Nation Under God Pilgrimage and the 250,000 Holy Hours campaign. Plus, Sr. Dierdre Byrne...retired US Army Colonel, surgeon, Sister, and missionary!

Steve Ray explains the meaning of Pentecost. Fr. Leo Patalinghug joins to highlight his pilgrimage for non-Catholic social media influencers. Plus, T's Two Sense talks about the negativity bias and it's impact of everything in our lives.