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Spiritual Companion and the Reviv3 App, The Seven Sacraments, A Lack of Discipline in Protestant Churches and more...

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 98:00


Michael King visits to highlight the Spiritual Companion and the Reviv3 App! Fr. Chris Alar joins with a refresher course on the seven Sacraments and how they are all connected to the Faith. Vanessa Denha-Garmo talks in her Coach's Commentary about using our talents best for God, and Father Gerald Murray discusses an article that speaks on the lack of discipline happening in Protestant churches!

Journalism vs Activism, FDA and Mifepristone, Understanding the Sacraments and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 94:00


Revisiting a story about differentiating between journalism and activism with guest Vanessa Denha-Garmo. Kelsey Reinhardt of The Catholic Vote with the latest from the FDA and Mifepristone AKA the abortion pill. T's Two Sense reviews the Holy Father's visit to Chicago and message to youth, and Father Chris Alar talks about "Understanding the Sacraments: God's Grace Guaranteed!".

Pomp and Circumstance, Walking in the Footsteps of the Pope, Catholic Identity in Catholic Schools, and Listening to God's Voice for His Will

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 98:00


Author George Weigel talks with Teresa about his book "Pomp and Circumstance". Fact Check Friday helps us discern what the news media has us digest. Dr. Matthew Bunson visits to highlight an upcoming pilgrimage that walks in the footsteps of the Popes. Plus, Dr Matthew Petrusek talks strengthening Catholic identity in Catholic Schools...and Two Sense gives a glance at Bishop Barron's message to Youth in Rome!

Dying to Live: From Agnostic to Baptist to Catholic, and Catholic Creeds

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 49:00


T looks at today news and we go into re-airing some of the best of Catholic Connection: Talking with Ian Murphy about his book, "Dying to Live: From Agnostic to Baptist to Catholic. Plus, unearthing an interview with Steve Ray about his book which talks about the Catholic Creeds.

Keeping Kids Invested in the Faith, Joan Lewis from Rome, and Sister Dierdra Byrne on Discernment

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 93:00


Matt Zerrusen of the Newman Ministry stops by to talk about keeping college kids invested in the Faith as they return to campus this fall. Joan Lewis joins from Rome with coverage of the exciting time in her town. Plus, Sister Dierdra Byrne talks with Teresa about discernment.

Aquinas 101, A Biden-FBI Catholic Spy Ring, Newman Guide News and much more!

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 98:00


Father Ambrose Little joins the show to discuss Aquinas 101 and other online evangelization tools. Bill Donahue checks in to talk over the the new report on Biden-FBI Catholic spy ring. T's Two Sense gives some great tips for visitors to Rome during the Jubilee, and Kelly Salomon stops in with Newman Guide News on a Tuesday!

Journey Home Highlights, Can the Pope Help Non Fully Practicing Catholics, The Cardinal Joseph Tobin Award Winner and Contest

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 97:00


Matt Swaim with Journey Home highlights about a Lutheran convert to Catholicism. Father Wade Menezes joins to discuss Catholics not fully practicing their faith, and whether Pope Leo can change that. Plus, Father Patrck Seo and the winner of the Cardinal Joseph Tobin Award for Priestly Vocations Essay and Video Contest. T's Two Sense looks over a possible birth control pill for men, Gail Buckley-Barringer with the verse of the week, and more!

The Inside Word at EWTN, The Risk and Opportunities of a Synodal Church, Pros and Cons of Social Media, Coldplay and Consequences, and much more!

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 98:00


Doug Keck stops by with the Inside Word at EWTN. Marc Cardinal Ouellet visits to discuss his new book, “Word, Sacrament, Charism: The Risk and Opportunities of a Synodal Church. Amie Duke of Ascension Press talks with Vanessa about the pros and cons of social media with digital evangelization. Plus, Coach's Commentary talks actions and consequences in leadership as it relates to the viral Coldplay concert incident.

The Death Penalty from a Catholic Perspective, Euthanasia and Assisted Suicide, Defunding PBS and NPR, and much more!

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 98:00


Father Mitch Pacwa talks the death penalty from a Catholic perspective in the light of the Kohberger trial in Idaho. Father Tad Pacholczyk joins to discuss the increased leniency towards euthanasia and assisted suicide in Canada. Plus, Tim Graham of Newsbusters visits to talk about the cutbacks to NPR and PBS, and T's Two Sense looks at a poll of morally acceptable practices.

Remembering Father Benedict Groeschel and a Report that States There Aren't Enough Deacons Being Ordained in the U.S.

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 45:00


Remembering Father Benedict Groeschel in Teresa's Two Sense Segment. Deacon Dominic Cerrato, editor at the Deacon, joins to discuss an annual report that shows aren't enough deacons being ordained in the United States

Reporter Alleges PTSD from Attending Trump Rally, God's Grace Guaranteed, Newman Guide News and much more!

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 97:00


A conversation with Vanessa Denha-Garmo about a reporter who alleges he suffered PTSD after attending the Butler, PA Trump Rally. Father Chris Alar joins to talk about his new book, “Understanding the Sacraments: God's Grace Guaranteed!” T's Two Sense looks women on the Feast of Saint Mary Magdalene. Also, Newman Guide News looks at the direction of some Catholic schools, and the return of the Newman Guide to print.

Journey Home Highligts, Abortion Increases with Public Policy Changes, and the Importance of Catholic Spirituality in Healthcare

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 98:00


Matt Swaim visits to highlight The Journey Home this week. Michael New speaks with Teresa about the public policy changes that play a large role in abortion increases. Dr. Kathleen Berchelmann, MD, joins to talk about the importance of healthcare providers who can discuss Catholic spirituality. Plus, the scripture verse of the week with Gail Buckley-Barringer, and T's Two Sense looks at being present with the Lord.

The Inside Word at EWTN, Catholic Medical Association's Education Conference, and How to Strengthen Catholic Identity in Catholic Schools

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 98:00


The Inside Word at EWTN with Doug Keck. Dr. Anthony Oliva of the Catholic Medical Assoc. talks about the Annual Education Conference. Dr. Matthew Petrusek of the Word on Fire Institute talks with Teresa about how to strengthen Catholic identity in Catholic Schools. Plus, Fact Check Friday looks a liberal media bias and T's Two Sense bring in Vanessa Denha-Garmo as she and Teresa look at the recent news developments from a Catholic lens

The Bible's Instruction for Repetitive Prayer, In the Footsteps of the Popes, and the Influence of Mary on the Papacy

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 98:00


Steve Ray joins to discuss the Bible's instruction for repetitive prayer. Dr. Matthew Bunson and Teresa talk about the pilgrimage "In the Footsteps of the Popes". Plus, Dr Dan Osborn looks over a national Marian survey that looks at the influence of Mary on the Papacy.

Pomp and Circumstance, Latest from Rome with Joan, A Lack of Church Discipline in Protestant Churches...and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 97:00


George Weigel talks about his book "Pomp and Circumstance". Joan Lewis checks in with the latest from Rome. Father Gerald Murray discusses an article about how Church discipline is no longer practiced in most Protestant Churches. Plus, Shrines and Wonders Wednesday tours us through the "Floating City" in Italy, and T's Two Sense gives a look at the First Reading today and examining our hearts with openness to God's call.

The Church and Political Candidates, HHS Review of the Abortion Pill, and Re-Invigorating Belmont's Catholic Identity

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 98:00


Bill Donahue of the Catholic League joins to discuss the Church's stance on not talking political candidates. President of the Catholic Vote, Kelsey Reinhardt, talks over the HHS review on the latest data on mifepristone (the abortion pill). Newman Guide News features Kelly Salomon and Dr. Bill Theirfelder of Belmont College as they speak with Teresa about re-invigorating Belmont's Catholic identity.

Highlights from the Journey Home, the Legacy of Cardinal Nguyễn Văn Thuận and more

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 98:00


Matt Swaim with highlights from the Journey Home. Elisabeth Nguyen joins with the story of (her brother) Vietnamese prelate Francis-Xavier Cardinal Nguyễn Văn Thuận chronicling his legacy, priesthood, and 13-year imprisonment by the Vietnamese communists.

The Inside Word at EWTN, Fighting Back Against DEI Politics in Healthcare, and Age Verification for Adult Websites

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 98:00


The Inside Word at EWTN with Doug Keck. Dr Stanley Goldfarb discusses his book "Doing Great Harm?: How DEI and Identity Politics Are Infecting American Healthcare―and How We Are Fighting Back". Plus, Dani Pinter of the National Center on Sexual Exploitation talks about age verification to protect youth from adult websites.

The Feast of St. Benedict and the Abbey, Latin Mass, Adoration Sodality, Texas Floods, and the Our Father Prayer with it's Offering of Hope

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 98:00


Father Abbot Benedict Nivakoff of Abbey of Saint Benedict of the Mountain in Norcia, Italy joins to talk earthquake recovery and the Feast of St. Benedict. Father Mitch Pacwa's Cultural Connections segment covers the Latin Mass. Chris McCarthy of the Shrine of the Blessed Sacrament visits to discuss Adoration Sodality. Plus, Chuck Gaidica gives his weather perspective surrounding the tragic floods in Texas, and Fr. Andrew Hofer and Fr. Philip Nolan highlight the Our Father prayer and it's offering of hope in this Jubilee year.

Monthly Marriage Encounter, the Latest from Rome, St Benedict of Nursia, and the Defamation Case of Tamara Kay v Irish Rover, Confession, and the Ir

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 98:00


Greg and Julie Alexander of thealexanderhouse.org join for Monthly Marriage Encounter. Joan Lewis with the latest from Rome and Vatican City. T guides us through Shrines and Wonders with St. Benedict of Nursia. Also, a look at the importance of confession..and a fascinating interview with attorney Jim Bopp about the case of the Irish Rover defeating a Notre Dame professor in a defamation case.

The Big Beautiful Bill and Defunding Planned Parenthood, Stanford Halts Sex Change Surgeries for Minors, Plus Newman Guide News and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2025 97:00


Louis Brown of Christ Medicus joins and discusses the Big Beautiful Bill and defunding Planned Parenthood. Dr. Nathanael Blake talks about Stanford Medicine halting sex change surgeries for minors. Plus, Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon, and T's Two Sense gives a look at Church advice on vacations.

Devotion to the Precious Blood of Jesus, The Brown Scapular, Scripture Verse of the Week and much more!

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 98:00


Steve Ray joins and talks about devotion to the Precious Blood of Jesus. Steve Kerekes, founder of scapulars.com discusses the meaning of the Brown Scapular and information on distribution. Father David Rivera and Louis Pantalone visit to discuss the Commemoration of the 150th Anniversary of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel in Hammonton NJ. Plus, Gail Buckley-Barringer and the Scripture Verse of the Week!

The Inside Word at EWTN, The Rosary Rivals Meditation, Population Decline, and the 1st Amenment and the Media!

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 94:00


On this special Independence Day edition...Doug Keck with the Inside Word at EWTN. Father Donald Calloway joins and talks about a new study that reveals the rosary rivals modern meditation for mental health benefits. Plus, Father Shenan Boquet on the topic of the decline in population, and Teresa looks into the 1st Amendment in Fact Check Friday!

Cultural Connections, SCOTUS Ruling on Medicaid and Abortion, St. Thomas, and Having a Healthy, Holy and Happy Holiday!

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 98:00


Cultural Connections with Father Mitch Pacwa S.J. Katie Daniel joins to talk over the SCOTUS ruling that can ban Medicaid funding for abortions. T's Two Sense looks at St. Thomas on his feast day. Plus, Chuck Gaidica visits with Teresa to talk how to have a healthy, holy, and happy holiday weekend!

The Latest from Rome, Shrines and Wonders, and Making End of Life Decisions

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 98:00


Joan Lewis with the latest from Rome and Vatican. Teresa's Shrines and Wonder segment talks about Sunflowers in Italy. T's Two Sense talks slowing down and not taking our faith and freedom for granted. Plus, Nikolas Nikas and Bruce Green of the Bioethics Defense fund join to discuss the importance of preparing to make end of life decisions, and how Church teachings can inform these decisions.

The Everyday Saint, Obergefell Critics Proved Correct, Newman Guide News and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 98:00


Eve RoseMary of The EveryDay Saint joins and talks about inspiring young Catholics. Dr. Nathanael Blake talks about how 10 years after Obergefell have proved it's critics right. Vanessa Denha-Garmo talks about Independence Day from a Catholic perspective, and Kelly Salomon joins for Newman Guide News!

Doug Keck on his time at EWTN, Protecting Children from Screen Addiction, Journey Home Highlights and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 98:00


Doug Keck joins to talk over his time leading up to and at EWTN. Matt Swaim discusses the Journey Home. Gail Buckley Barringer with the scripture verse of the week. Plus, Melissa Henson, VP of the Parents Television and Media Council, looks at what parents, educators and companies can and must do to protect children from screen addiction.

The Sexual Revolution Has Hurt Us All, The Portrait of the First American Pope, and Surprises at Catholic Colleges Part 2

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 98:00


Revisiting an interview with Dr. Nathanael Blake on how the sexual revolution has hurt us all. Dr. Matthew Bunson on his newest book: "Leo XIV: The Portrait of the First American Pope". T's two sense talks about the walk back on pride month from corporate America. Plus, Part 2 of Newman Guide News Feature about what student Emily Torres found at her “Catholic College”.

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.

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