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Cultural Connections, The Psalms, and Suprises at Catholic Colleges

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 98:00


Fr. Mitch Pacwa S.J. with Cultural Connections. Monsignor Stephen Bosso with an in-depth look at the Psalms with Teresa. Plus, T and Vanessa talk on Two Sense about Terry Moran's ousting..and we revisit an important podcast with Kelly Salomon about surprised students in Catholic Colleges

SCOTUS Ruling in Tennessee, Religious Freedom Week, and "Saints Come In All Shapes and Sizes"

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 98:00


Fr. Tad Pacholczyk talks with Vanessa about the SCOTUS ruling in Tennessee regarding transition treatments. Bishop Thomas Paprocki joins to discuss Religious Freedom Week. Plus, Patrick O'Hearn visit ands highlights his newest book "Saints Come In All Shapes and Sizes".

Leadership Qualities of St. Peter, A Corporate Retreat from Pride Month, and Colleges Being Catholic in Name Only

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 98:00


Mike McCartney talks with Vanessa Denha-Garmo about the leadership qualities of St. Peter and how those are great examples for Catholic business leaders. Elisabeth Sullivan, exec. director of the Institute for Catholic Liberal Education joins to discuss their expected record-breaking turnout for the National Conference. Jennifer Roback Morse discussing a corporate and cultural retreat from Pride month. Plus, Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon discusses how many colleges are Catholic in name only.

Highlights from the Journey Home, the Litany of the Sacred Heart and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 98:00


JonMarc Grodi with highlights from the Journey Home. Bill Donahue of the Catholic League discusses Iran, the New York mayoral election. Fr. Patrick Riviere discusses a new series of reflections on the Ascension App: "The Litany of the Sacred Heart: Introducing the Person of Jesus". Plus, Gail Buckley-Barringer with the scripture verse of the week and more!

The Inside Word at EWTN, Media Bias, Man with Highest IQ Believes in God, and It's Cool to be Catholic!

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 98:00


The Inside Word at EWTN with Doug Keck, Vanessa Denha-Garmo and Teresa discuss media bias and more. Teresa takes a look over the man with the highest recorded IQ and his claim to believe in God. Plus, Patty Chase and Markael Butler join to talk about how cool it is to be Catholic!

Banning Medical Procedures on Transgender Identifying Youth, Monthly Marriage Encounter, and Pray: The Story of Father Patrck Peyton

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 98:00


Father Mitch Pacwa S.J. joins for his Cultural Connections segment and discusses the recent Supreme Court decision regarding Tennessee's ban on medical procedures on transgender-identifying youth. Greg and Julie Alexander with our Monthly Marriage Encounter. T's Two Sense looks back on Chloe Cole's warning to Congress with her perspective as a de-transitioning person. Plus, Father David Marcham talks about Father Patrick Peyton and the film PRAY: The Story of Patrick Peyton.

Gender Ideology's Latest Targets, St. John Paul II Shrine Exhibit, Joan's Rome, Authoritative Parenting, and much more...

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 96:00


Andre Piccioti-Bayer discussing gender ideology's latest target: vulnerable foster care children. Joan Lewis joins to review what's happening in Rome and the Vatican. Sofia Maurette joins to talk over the St John Paull II Shrine's new exhibit. Plus, Matt Lamb of the College Fix discusses what people are calling "authoritative" parenting...and T's Two Sense takes a look at distrust of media reporting related to the protest in Los Angeles.

A Simple Guide to Asking for the Impossible, Pier Giorgio Frassatie, Carlo Acutis and Their Impact on Youth

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 97:00


Anthony DeStefano discusses his newest book "The Miracle Book: A Simple Guide to Asking for the Impossible". T's Two Sense looks at two upcoming saints, and Kelly Salomon with Newman Guide News shares what impact those two saints have on youth!

Scammers Target Catholic Stars and Their Fans, Leo XIV's Message to Youth, Sacred Heart of Jesus Billboard Campaign, Journey Home Highlights and much more!

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 98:00


Journey Home highlights with Matt Swaim. Lisa Wheeler, president of Carmel Communications, joins with info about scammers going after Catholic stars and their fans. T's Two Sense looks at Leo XIV's message from Chicago to youth. Jim Carroll of Spirit Catholic Radio shares info about the Sacred Heart of Jesus Billboard Campaign. Plus, Gail Buckley-Barringer and the scripture verse of the week.

Parables Tour, the Inside Word at EWTN, Supreme Court Rules for Wisconsin Based Christian Charity, Gallup Pole on Life, and Praying with Imagination with children...

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 98:00


Father Mike Schmitz discusses his Parables tour and Bible In a Year/Catechism In a Year. Doug Keck with the Inside Word at EWTN. Michael New joins to discuss a new Gallup poll on the sanctity of life. Michael McHale from the Thomas More Society visits to talk over the Supreme Court's decision for a Wisconsin based Christian charity. Plus, Claudia Cangilla McAdam discusses her newest book "Through Living Waters: An Origin Story About Baptism" and how to pray with imagination with your young children.

Cultural Connections, Thank a Priest, Men for Life and the Effects of Abortion

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2025 98:00


Cultural Connections with Father Mitch Pacwa S.J., and discussing the 49th anniversary of his ordination. Matt Haas joins to highlight www.thankapriest.com ... Plus, T's Two Sense talks a look at abortion and it's impact on men, and Sean Corcoran, CEO of Men for Life discusses more on men and abortion.

The Papal Event Coming to Chicago, Father Joseph Mary's Ordination Anniversary, Joan's Rome, Celebrate Life Weekend and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 98:00


Nell Andrzejewski joins to talk about the huge Papal event in Chicago. Joan Lewis from Rome with Vatican News and more. Father Joseph joins to talk about the 32nd anniversary of his ordination. Plus, a conversation about Celebrate Life Weekend with Lauren Muzyka, Kristan Hawkins, and Brandy Meeks...and a conversation with Vanessa Denha-Garmo over the news of a reporter who lost their job over criticism of a White House official.

Leo XIV: Portrait of the First American Pope & Catholic Colleges That Don't Act Catholic

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 98:00


Dr. Matthew Bunson spends time talking with Teresa about his new book "Leo XIV: The Portrait of the First American Pope" available at www.ewtnrc.com (item # 84372). Also, Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon highlights some very interesting info about colleges that claim to be Catholic but don't act Catholic.

Journey Home Highlights, a Discussion on Fatherhood, Defending Female Athletes in Nebraska, and much more!

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 98:00


Matt Swaim with Journey Home Highlights and thoughts on anti-Catholic protests at pilgrimages. Dr. Martin De la Torre visits with a great discussion on fatherhood. Erica O'Connell of the Alliance to Defend Freedom talks about the successes and challenges of defending female athletes in Nebraska. Plus, Gail Buckley-Barringer's Scripture Verse of the Week + T's Two Sense covers an op-ed, discussing how there is no shame in corporate America boycotting LBGTQ Pride Month.

The Inside Word at EWTN, Bioethics and Pope Leo XIV, Breaking Away from Technology, and a Walk Through Jerusalem on Pentecost

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 98:00


Doug Keck checks in and reviews upcoming programming on EWTN. Fact check Friday highlights an interview with Bishop Robert Barron on the importance of breaking away from technology. Fr. Tad Pacholczyk talks over Pope Leo and bioethics. Plus, Steve Ray (aka Jerusalem Jones) talks Pentecost and walks us through the Holy Land and the upper room.

Cultural Connections with Father Mitch, Saints In Italy, The Psalms, and the Revival of Religion and Faith

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 97:00


Father Mitch Pacwa S.J. discusses the grown in the Church in his Cultural Connections segment. A look at the EWTN e-learning series "Saints In Italy" with Stephen Keating of EWTN's Mission Advancement. Plus, Monsignor Stephen Bosso joins to discuss the Psalms with Teresa. T's Two Sense features Bishop Robert Barron discussing the revival of religion and faith.

A Friend of Pope Leo XIV, Joan Lewis from Rome, Gender Mutilation Surgery, and Fr. Shenan Boquet of Human Life International on Population Decline

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 96:00


Augustinian priest, Fr. Tom McCarthy talks about his personal relationship with Pope Leo XIV. Joan Lewis join with news from the Vatican. T's Two Sense looks at truth about gender mutilation surgeries. Plus, Fr. Shenan Boquet of Human Life International discusses the decline in population.

Grand Hotel Getaway, Colorado's Legal Protection of Transgender Rights, and Newman Guide News

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 98:00


Fr. Leo Patalinghug joins to discuss the upcoming Grand Hotel Getaway event on Mackinac Island. Brittany Vessely, of the Colorado Catholic Conference, talks over Colorado's HB25-1312 and the radical overreach by the state. Plus, an eye opening conversation with Kelly Salomon on Newman Guide News Tuesday regarding the state of some colleges who call themselves Catholic.

How Sexual Liberation Hurts Us All, the Religious Liberty Commission, Journey Home Highlights and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 97:00


Matt Swaim with highlights from the Journey Home. Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone joins to discuss his appointment to the Religious Liberty Commission. Plus, Dr. Nathanael Blake talks over his new book "Victims of the Revolution: How Sexual Liberation Hurts Us All".

The Scoop on EWTN Programming, A More Inclusive Church?, and a Survey Showing Decline in Maternal Health

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 98:00


The Inside Word at EWTN with Doug Keck. Bill Donahue of the Catholic League stops by to discuss Catholics who want a more "inclusive Church". Plus Patti Armstrong joins to talk about a survey showing the decline in maternal mental health...and Fact Check Friday looks at TV News ratings...and much more!

Ascension Thursday, Nicene Creed, Being Baptized by the Pope, and Catholics Dating Non-Catholics

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 98:00


Father Mitch Pacwa S.J. discusses possible peace talks from the Vatican and Ascension Thursday. Dr David Anders talks over the Nicene Creed. A conversation with Angela Lundberg, a mother whose boys were baptized by "Father Bob", later Pope Leo XIV. Plus, Rachel Hoover Canto, author of Pretty Good Catholic, discusses Catholics dating non-Catholics.

The Pope and His Connection to St. Clare of Montefalco, Joan's Rome, Tips for Tourists, and Our Lady's Spiritual Center

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 98:00


Fr. Andrew Kowalczyk of St. Clare of Montefalco, Fr. Tom McCarthy and philanthropist Jack Krasula join to discuss the parish's part in shaping the Holy Father when we was there. Joan Lewis with Joan's Rome and news from the Vatican. T's segment "Italy's Shrines and Wonders" includes tips for tourists, and revisiting an interview with Dr. Michael Fonseca about the fruits of Our Lady's Spiritual Healing Center.

Portrait of the First American Pope, A Loneliness Guide for Church Leaders, Newman Guide News and more!

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 98:00


Dr. Matthew Bunson joins to discuss his new book: The Portrait of the First American Pope. Terry Poplava, GM of ACST Catholic discusses a special loneliness guide for church leaders. Plus, Kelly Salomon joins with Newman Guide News.

Memorial Day, Pilgrimages and Summer Travel, and the Temperaments of the Saints

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 97:00


On this Memorial Day edition of Catholic Connection, Teresa talks about what Memorial Day is...and looks at the unofficial start of summer with travel recommendations with guests Steve and Janet Ray + Father James Conlon...and travel guide Luca Maglieta from Italy. Matt Swaim also joins with thoughts on Memorial Day and highlights from the Journey Home. Plus, Rosemary McGuire-Berry with a book on the temperaments of the saints.

Doug Keck with the Inside Word at EWTN. Father Tony Stephens talks about what makes Marian shrines so special. Plus, Stephen Auth visits to discuss his book Visions of the Divine.

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 95:00


Doug Keck with the Inside Word at EWTN. Father Tony Stephens talks about what makes Marian shrines so special. Plus, Stephen Auth visits to discuss his book Visions of the Divine.

Possible Peace Talks at the Vatican, Secular Media and the Biden White House, Bishops Doc on Pornography and more!

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 98:00


Cultural Connection with Father Mitch Pacwa S.J. looks at possible peace talks at the Vatican, plus the scandal over the media's claim that they are only now realizing the issues with former president Joe Biden's health. Haley McNamara from the NCOSE talks over the updated document by the bishops on pornography. T's Two Sense touches more on the Joe Biden story...plus, Mike Aquilina and Johnnette Williams join to discuss an upcoming one day Pentecost event!

Foundation of Faith, What Teens Think of the New Pope, Joan from Rome, and Do Not Waste Your Talent!

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 98:00


Dr Edward Sri joins discussing Foundation of Faith, a new study from Ascension that builds on the success of the Catechism. Joan Lewis checks in with her thoughts on newly elected Pope Leo XIV. Colin and Aimee McIver also sit it and talk over what teens are thinking about the papacy, papal conclave, and Pope Leo XIV. Plus, Vanessa Denha Garmo shares her commentary on not wasting your talents!

Ministry and Faith Formation Webinar, A Trip to Lourdes with a Revert, Journalistic Ability and Integrity, Newman Guide News and More!

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 96:00


Colleen Vermeulen introduces an upcoming webinar from the Mission Catholic Biblical School Ministry that helps ministry and faith formation. Chuck Gaidica joins to discuss his trip to Lourdes and his journey as a revert. T's Two Sense has a look at journalistic integrity and ability in light of findings from the Biden White House. Plus, Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon.

National Eucharistic Pilgrimage, Papacy and the Background of Pope Leo XIV, Populism and the American Economy and more!

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 99:00


Journey Home Highlights with Matt Swaim. Jason Shanks, CEO of the National Eucharistic Congress discusses the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage. Fr. JJ Mech talks over the papacy as well as the background of Pope Leo XIV. Plus, Josh Mercer, VP of Catholic Vote, talks populism and the American economy...and Gail Buckley-Barringer's scripture verse of the week!

The Inside Word at EWTN, The Role of the Pope in the War for Life, Defunding Planned Parenthood and much more!

Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 98:00


The Inside Word at EWTN with Doug Keck. Fact Check Friday looks over a fake story about a "woke" Pope that went viral. Dr Monica Miller joins to talk the war on life and the part Pope Leo XIV will play. T's Two Sense covers a piece about a parental coalition to launch an investigation to Meta, and the problems that follow social media. Plus, Katie Glenn Daniel joins from the Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America joins to discuss Congress defunding Planned Parenthood

Humility and the Papacy, Rerum Novarum, Marriage Encounter, and Lourdes from the Perpective of a Convert

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 98:00


Amy Welborn joins to talk about her article "Humility and the Papacy". Father Thomas Petri and Teresa discuss the secular media treatment of Rerum Novarum. Monthly Marriage Encounter with Greg and Julie Alexander of https://www.thealexanderhouse.org/. Plus, T's Two Sense looks over a video about Pope Leo XIV...and a conversation with Chuck Gaidica about a pilgrimage to Lourdes as as a recent convert.

Archbishop Naumann, Joan Lewis in Rome, Rescinding Harmful Government Policies, and the Papal Trail!

Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 98:00


Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann joins and talks about his relationship with Pope Leo XIV. Joan Lewis from Rome with a great story about a tip she received in a cab related to the election of the Holy Father. Plus, Julie Marie Blake of ADF joins to discuss rescinding harmful government policies from previous administrations, and Shrines and Wonders is a visit to the Papal Trail.

Faith and the Papacy, Dr. Marcellino D'Ambrosio, Newman Guide News and much more!

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 98:00


Fr. Paul Scalia talks faith and the papacy. Dr. Marcellino D'Ambrosio talks on Pope Leo XIV. T's Two Sense covers pro life and the Holy Father. Plus, Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon.

When Your Best Friend Becomes Pope, Media Coverge of the Holy Father, a Convert Perspective and more...!

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 98:00


Dr. Matthew Bunson from Rome. Matt Swain with Journey Home highlights and a convert's perspective on Pope Leo XIV. Ambassador Francis Rooney joins Teresa Teresa to talk about what it's like when your friend becomes Pope. Gail Buckley-Barringer and the Scripture Verse of the Week, plus Vanessa Denha Garmo and Teresa discuss the media coverage of the New Pope.

We Have a Pope!

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 120:00


Raymond Arroyo, host of EWTN's World Over, looks at the papal conclave as we wait for the - Papal Coverage EWTN president and COO Doug Keck has a special “Inside Word” for television and radio programming throughout the election of our Supreme Pontiff.

News from the Papal Conclave from Rome

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 60:00


Teresa bring you updates from the papal conclave in Rome. Edward Pentin checks in..Father Mitch Pacwa with his Cultural Connections segment. Plus, an interview with Father Gerald Murray from Vatican City, and Tom Nash joins with his thoughts on the conclave.

Dr. Matthew Bunson, Fr. John Paul Mary and Joan Lewis from Vatican City

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 60:00


Dr Matthew Bunson from the streets of Rome outside of St. Peters. Father John Paul Mary shares, from a priestly perspective, the joys of being on location for the papal conclave. Plus, Joan Lewis joins from Rome as well, and shares info from the present conclave and previous conclaves.

Hope for the New Pope, Cities Associated with the Papacy and Catholic Schools Doing Their Part...

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 60:00


Jeff Cavins joins to dicuss the legacy of Pope Francis and the hope for the new pope to come. T's Two Sense takes us on a tour of two cities closely associated with the papacy. Plus, Newman News Tuesdays with Kelly Salomon takes a look at how Catholic schools are educating children on the papal conclave.

What Is a Conclave? Journey Home Highlights, "Seven Principles of Transformational Leadership" and more...

Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 60:00


Catholic Connection with Teresa Tomeo reports in from Rome...Matt Swaim with Journey Home highlights and the papal conclave from a convert's perspective. T's Two Sense looks at what a conclave is with the help of Alan Holdren. Plus, Kelsey Reinhardt from Catholic Vote joins, and Hugh Blane talks "Seven Principles of Transformational Leadership"

The Inside Word at EWTN, Miracle of Feeding the 5000, and Exodus 90

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 60:00


Doug Keck with the Inside Word at EWTN as we look toward the papal conclave. T's Two Sense breaks down the miracle of feeding the 5000 and how it's "not just a picnic". Plus, Adam Minihan talks about the Exodus 90 exercise and the role of men in prayer and more as a new pope is chosen.

Cultural Connection with Father Mitch Pacwa S.J. and an Artful Perspective on the Film "The Last Supper"

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 60:00


Father Mitch Pacwa S.J. weighs in on Papal news including the upcoming conclave. Plus, a great look behind the artful perspective of "The Last Supper" film's director Mauro Borelli.

Heading Toward the Papal Conclave, Media Bias, and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 60:00


Joan Lewis catches us up on the going on in Rome leading up to the conclave. Vanessa Denha-Garmo's Coach's Commentary touches on media bias. Plus, Dr. Robert Fastiggi discusses Mary's role with Pope Francis and Her role with the Cardinals as they head into the papal conclave.

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