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Gender Ideology and SCOTUS, Hazel's Heart Film, and Balancing Life as a Catholic Attorney

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2026 96:58


Attorney Suzanne Beecher of ADF discuss the current situation with the Supreme Court, gender ideology and women's sports. Fact Check Friday continues with more on the Court's activities. Daniel Bielinski, Catholic director and writer, talks about the new movie "Hazel's Heart". Plus, Conor Dugan joins to talk about balancing life as Catholic attorney.

Cultural Connections, The Good News Cruise, "Something Wicked", and the Importance of Post Abortive Healing

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2026 98:00


Cultural Connections with Father Mitch Pacwa looks over the current happening in Minneapolis. Jason Every joins to update us on his son's recent health scare and talks about the Good News Cruise! Plus, Dr. Carrie Gress talks about her newest book "Something WIcked" and Father Ben Cameron visits to discuss the importance of healing after abortion.

The Baptism of the Lord (Part 3), Walking with St. Francis in Assisi, Joan's Rome, and the Way of St. Cuthbert

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 98:00


Steve Ray visits to finish up the 3 part series on The Baptism of the Lord. Shrines and Wonders walks with St. Francis through Assisi, and talk with Joan Lewis live from Vatican City. Plus, Dr. Jason Baxter sits down in the second hour to talk why literature and pilgrimage is important to the Faith, and previews an upcoming film "The Way of St. Cuthbert" that premiers Saturday night at 10ET on EWTN Television!

01-13-2026 - The Jesus Conference, Fighting for Women's Sports with Newman Guide News, and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2026 97:00


Father John Riccardo, Mary Guilfoyle, and Albert Faraj join Teresa to preview the upcoming Jesus Conference (Mobilizing the Church for the World) in Michigan. Plus, Newman Guide News reports LIVE from the Supreme Court as Bob Laird and athlete Mary Pennefather talk about the oral arguments being heard to save women's sports.

01-12-2026 - Journey Home Highlihts, The Baptism of the Lord, James the Less, and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2026 98:00


Matt Swaim stops in to share highlights from The Journey Home on EWTN TV! Steve Ray visits to talk about the Baptism of the Lord (part 2 of 3). Gail Buckely-Barringer bring us the scripture verse of the week. Plus, actor Tanner Kalina of the EWTN Series James the Less stops to talk about this great show!

01-09-2026 - Inside Word at EWTN, The Baptism of the Lord (Part 1), Abortion Pill Reversal and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 98:00


Doug Keck joins with the Inside Word at EWTN. Steve Ray stops by to walk us through the Baptism of the Lord (part 1 of a 3 part series). Dr. George Delgado updates us on abortion pill reversal, and his meeting with Pope Leo XIV. Plus, T's Two Sense looks over todays Gospel Reading, and in Fact Check Friday a look at the fullness of truth within the Church.

01-06-2025 - Cultural Connections, "Learning Contentment" with Marcus Grodi, Proposed Bill to Punish Priests and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2026 96:00


Fr. Mitch Pacwa joins for his Cultural Connection segments to discuss the latest from Minneapolis and more. Marcus Grodi visits to talk about his book "Learning Contentment" and how it applies to the present. Plus, Matt Lamb stops by to discuss rhetoric happening on college campuses, and a new proposed bill that would punish priests who refuse to violate the seal of confession.

01-07-25-Netflix Exposes Preschoolers to LGBTQ Content, Joan from Rome, The Father Patrick Peyton Story and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2026 97:59


Penny Nance of Concerned Women for America discusses a new study about a Netflix show that exposes preschoolers to LGBTQ content. Plus, a walk through Assisi with T during Shrines and Wonders Wednesday. Joan Lewis joins from Rome with her experience during the closing of the holy door. Also, a look at "Pray: The Father Patrick Peyton Story" with Father David Guffy and the film's producer Megan Harrington.

01-06-2026 - Looking Back on the Jubilee Year, Preparing For a New Year, and Newman Guide News!

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2026 97:00


Dr. Matthew Bunson joins to look back on the Jubilee Year in the Church. Newman Guide News looks over the Seek conference and what young people need to hear in today's climate. Plus, Teresa talks about approaching the new year spiritually.

1-5-26: Matt Swaim, The Catholic League's Bill Donahue and Gail Buckley

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2026 48:44


Matt Swaim talks about tonight's guest on the Journey Home. Bill Donahue from the Catholic League weighs in on Maduro and Mamdani, and Gail Buckley Barringer brings us the Bible Scripture verse for the week!

01.02.26 - The Inside Word at EWTN, Fact Check Friday, and Steve Ray from Bethlehem!

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2026 47:01


Doug Keck stops by to highlight the Inside Word at EWTN with upcoming programming on EWTN TV and Radio. Fact Check Friday gives a glimpse at a couple of films this holiday season, and Steve Ray stops by to report in on his pilgrimage to Bethlehem!

01.01.26-US Consecration to the Sacred Heart, Mall of America Papal Aritfacts and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2026 97:59


Join Teresa Tomeo for a best of Catholic Connection. A visit with Bishop Kevin Rhoades as she discusses the consecration of the U.S. to the Sacred Heart of Jesus in 2026. Fr. Rich Kunst and Molly LItecky stop in to highlight the Mall of America's exhibit of Papal artifacts. Also, Leah Jacobson talks the beauty of navigating society as a Catholic Woman, and Devin Schadt talks rules to allow fathers to live holy lives.

12.31.25 - "Bread Grows in Winter" and Why It Matters Today, Joan's Rome, and the Holy Family Hospital

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2025 58:59


Dr. Jennifer Bryson visits to discuss her translation of Ida Gorres' "Bread Grows in Winter" and how it matters today with seeking depth and spiritual renewal. Shrines and Wonders offers a look at Italy on New Years Eve, and Joan Lewis joins to discuss the latest happening in Rome. Plus, Ambassador Michele Bowe joins to talk about the status of the Holy Family Hospital in Bethlehem.

The Death Penalty and the Catechism, A Year with Divine Mercy, and Newman Guide News!

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2025 99:52


Krisanne Murphy of the Catholic Mobilizing Network discusses the death penalty and how Catholic's view it despite the Catechism's teachings. Vinny Flynn joins Teresa to talk about his new book "A Year with Divine Mercy". Plus, Newman Guide News with special guest Patrick Reilly.

Dangers of Cell Phones and Children, Federal Ruling for Therapists in Michigan, HHS Restrictions of "Sex-Rejecting Procedures" on Minors

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2025 98:00


Dr. Ray Guarendi joins Teresa to talk over a new study that shows the dangers of kids with cell phones, a Federal ruling that allows Michigan therapists to counsel those who claim to be transgender, and how to handle family during the holidays. Plus, Mary Rice Hasson joins to talk about new HHS restrictions announced regarding "sex-rejecting procedures" on minors...Plus, Gail Buckley-Barringer's Scripture Verse of the Week

People and Things the Baby Jesus Saw from the Manger, Importance of Approaching Our Mental Health Spiritually

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2025 97:59


Visit with Steve Ray as he walks us through what the child Jesus saw from the manger! Plus, Sister Theres Tran discusses the importance of taking care of our mental health in this season, and how to approach it from a spiritual perspective.

Rising from the Ashes Revival, Favorite Christmas Movies, and Look Back at 2025 on Newman Guide News

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2025 97:59


A look at the exciting 2026 Rising from the Ashes Revival in Detroit, Michigan with special guests: Father John Riccardo, Chuck Gaidica, and Father Joe Mallia. Plus, T remembers some of her favorite Christmas movies in her Two Sense segment, and Newman Guide News looks over the top stories of 2025 when it comes to Catholic education.

Necessity of Church Teaching on IVF, Faith in Little is Faith in Much, and the Mall of America Features Papal Artifacts!

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2025 98:00


Father Tad Pacholczyk joins to discuss the importance of Church teaching on IVF and how knowledge changed everything in this important issue. Gail Buckley-Barringer shares her Scripture Verse of the Week out of the Gospel of Luke, and talks the importance of faithful in very little and much. Plus, a conversation with Fr. Rich Kunst and Molly Litecky about the largest collection of Papal artifacts outside of Rome at the Mall of America!

The Inside Word at EWTN, Tips for Marriage at Christmas, Australia's Social Media Ban for Teens and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2025 95:56


Doug Keck stops by with the Inside Word at EWTN, including wonderful Christmas programs coming up! Greg and July Alexander of AlexanderHouse.org talk best practices for your marriage this season. Also, Donna Rice Hughes joins to talk about Australia's new initiative to keep kids safe when it comes to social media.

Cultural Connections with Father Mitch Pacwa S.J. + Planned Parenthood Whistleblower Mayra Rodriguez

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2025 49:00


Father Mitch Pacwa S.J. visits for his Cultural Connections segments. Plus, former Planned Parenthood employee and whistleblower Mayra Rodriguez is our guest as she talks expansion of pro-woman birthing centers.

Five-Year-Olds Being Taught Abortion As a Superpower? Joan's Rome, and Evangelizing the Faith Through Classical Music

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 98:00


Kimberly Bird joins to discuss the controversy surrounding the book "Abortion is Everything". Joan Lewis joins with the latest from the Vatican and Rome. Plus, hear how young people are evangelizing through classical music with Spencer Mcintosh, Jacob Beranek and Christa Dalmazio. Teresa also walks you through Italy in the Shrines and Wonders segment, and gives the Pope's tips for a great Advent!

IVF Is Not the Answer, Bondi Beach Shooting, Newman Guide News and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2025 98:00


Stacy A. Trasancos (Ph. D) stops by to talk IVF, and how it is not the answer for procreation. Professor Roy Schoeman is our guest to discuss the Australian Bondi Beach shooting. Newman Guide News features Tim Collins and Walsh University, along with Kelly Salomon with her weekly segment. T's Two Sense has some exciting news about St. Francis and an upcoming pilgrimage!

Journey Home Highlights, Understanding Flannery O'Connor, Prenatal Partners for Life and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2025 98:00


Matt Swaim joins with highlights from tonight's The Journey Home on EWTN! Roxane Salonen visits to discuss her new book about Flannery O'Connor. Plus, Mary Kellett shares how to help families of children with disabilities and shares the story of her child with Trisomy 18...and Gail Buckley-Barringer joins with her scripture verse of the week!

The Inside Word at EWTN, Our Lady of Guadalupe, Mary's Village and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2025 98:00


Doug Keck visits with the Inside Word at EWTN. Fact Check Friday takes a look at Australia's new ban on social media. Steve Ray stops by to examine Our Lady of Guadalupe on Her feast day. Plus, Kay Trattles visits to share about her wonderful mission at Mary's Village, which helps pregnant women change their lives.

Cultural Connections, Undercover at An Abortion Clinic, Favorite Christmas Movies and much more!

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2025 97:59


Fr Mitch Pacwa visits for his weekly Cultural Connections segment to discuss his recent travels to the middle east. Alissa Golob tells her frightening findings after going undercover in Canadian abortion facilities. T's Two Sense offers a look at Teresa's favorite Christmas films. Plus, Dr. Pia de Solenni stops by to discuss the Petrocchi Commission's findings on the use of female deacons.

"Eight Promises of God", Vatican News, Boys Town and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2025 98:00


Father Mark-Mary Ames visits and shares about his book "Eight Promises of God" and how it relates to the Advent season. Joan Lewis stops by with news from the Vatican, and Teresa walks us through Italy in the Shrines and Wonders segment. Plus, Edward Morse and Dan Daly join to highlight the new documentary on Father Flanagan and Boys Town airing on EWTN TV!

God as a Person and Not and Idea, Defending Your Faith, and Newman Guide News!

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2025 98:00


Father Wayne Sattler visits to talk about viewing God as a person instead of just an idea, especially in the time of Advent. Plus, in T's Two Sense, she shares a story of an opportunity to defend the Faith! Also, Kelly Salomon visits for her weekly Newman Guide News segment!

Journey Home Highlights, The Immaculate Conception, Our Lady of Guadalupe, World Priest, and Being a Spiritual Leader as a Father

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 98:00


Matt Swaim joins with highlights from tonight's The Journey Home on EWTN! Steve Ray visits to talk over the Immaculate Conception and Guadalupe. Plus, James Diroff of World Priest talks about their mission and work, and Devin Schadt stops by and shares some incredible information about the importance of a father as a spiritual leader.

Purgatory from a Convert's Perspective, Just Jesus and Me, The Fourth Cup, and St. John Paul II's Meditations of Human Love

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2025 98:00


Steve Ray visits and shares a unique view on purgatory. Terry Poplava stops by to discuss research on the Just Jesus and Me trend. Plus, Mike Fulmter talks about deepening your faith with the teaching of the Fourth Cup, and Jason Evert shares meditations on human love from St. John Paul II

The Sparrow Who Fell to the Ground

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2025 97:46


Today Teresa Tomeo chats with Anthony DeStefano about his New Book "The Sparrow Who Fell to the Ground" and Leah Jacobson from the Women's & Gender Studies at the Nestli Center for Faith & Culture in Houston joins in to tell us about a 2 day winter symposium on the topic "The Beauty of Truth: Navigating Society Today as a Catholic Woman"

Waiting Well during Advent

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2025 97:26


Today Teresa Tomeo welcomes Fr. Mike Schmitz to talk about Waiting Well during Advent and Joan Lewis stops by to talk about Vatican News . Also , Abby Johnson talks to Teresa about current Pro-Life Issues.

Advent Planning & Hi's & Low's

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2025 97:27


Today Teresea Tomeo talks with Thom Price, Director of Programming for EWTN Radio, lets listeners in on all the great EWTN Radio Advent Programming! The Most Reverend Kevin Rhoades, bishop of Fort Wayne-South Bend, Indiana, shares news of the planned 2026 consecration of the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Also Kelly Salomon from The Cardinal Newman Society joins in to break open Hi's & Low's in the Catholic Church.

The Journey Home

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2025 98:00


Matt Swaim gives a sneak peek at tonight's episode of “The Journey Home”. Gail Buckley Barringer shares the Scripture Verse of the Week.

No Greater Love (Martyrdom), Breaking the Bread, Eucharistic Identity, and Abortion Pill Reversal

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2025 99:00


Bishop Athanasius Schneider visits to discuss martyrdom and his book "No Greater Love". Ken Ogorek stops in to talk Year A of Breaking the Break, A Biblical Devotional for Catholics. Plus, Fr Gregory Pine talks about our Eucharistic identity, and Dr George Delgado discusses abortion pill reversal.

Dealing with Family on Thanksgiving, Advent Reflections, Good News Cruise, and God as a Person

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2025 98:00


Dr. Ray Guarendi with tips for dealing with family during the holidays. Fr. Joseph Mary Wolfe joins with Advent Reflections from EWTN. Plus, Dr. Tim Gray talks about the Good News Cruise, and Fr. Wayne Sattler talks about thinking about God as a person and not an idea.

Being Thankful in Marriage, Joan Lewis from Rome, Cause for Canonization for Ruth Pakaluk and much more!

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2025 98:00


Greg and Julie Alexander visit for their monthly marriage encounter and talking about being thankful in marriage. Joan Lewis stops by for let latest in Rome and the Vatican. Michael Pakaluk joins to discuss the cause for canonization for his late wife Ruth. Plus, T's Two Sense talks tips for travel and behavior this holiday season, and the importance of gratitude in the process.

Purgatory from a Convert's View, New President of the USCCB, Newman Guide News, and the FCC Considers a Change

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2025 98:00


Steve Ray visits with a unique twist on purgatory from a convert's perspective. Archbishop Paul S. Coakley stops in to talk about being recently elected as President of the USCCSB. Kelly Salomon walks us through news stories on Catholic college campuses. Plus, T's Two Sense features Vanessa Denha-Garmo and Teresa talking about the possibility of the FCC changing the broadcast ownership cap.

Journey Home Highlights, Dealing with Family During the Holidays, The Magis AI App and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 24, 2025 99:00


Matt Swaim joins to highlight tonight's The Journey Home on EWTN. Dr. Ray Guarendi visits with some helpful hints for dealing with family during the Thanksgiving holiday. Plus, Gail Buckley Barringer's scripture verse of the week. In the EWTN Radio Extra hour we revisit and interview with Fr. Robert Spitzer about the incredible Magis AI app!

Cultural Connections with Father Mitch Pacwa S.J., Shepherding Future Shepherds, and Praying to God as a Person

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2025 98:00


Father Mitch Pacwa S.J. visits for his Cultural Connections weekly segment. Matthew A. Haas of Priests.org joins to talk about Shepherding Future Shepherds, its success, and an update on vocations. Plus, Father Wayne Sattler stops by to talk about prayer and talking to God as a person and not just an idea.

The Morals of the Enforcement of Immigration, Footsteps of St. Francis, Advent Reflections with Fr. Joseph and more..

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2025 98:00


Kelsey Reinhardt from The Catholic Vote joins on the heels of the Pope's comments on immigration to discuss the morals of enforcement. Shrines and Wonders takes a walk in the footsteps of St. Francis. Plus, Father Joseph Mary visits to discuss his Advent Reflections available to everyone at ewtn.com/advent

Abortion Pill Reversal Science and Stories, A Need for Sacred Scripture, and How a Catholic College Experience Changed Everything!

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2025 98:00


Dr. George Delgado joins us for the entire first hour to discuss the amazing stories and science behind the "Abortion Pill Reversal: A Second Chance at Choice" book. T's Two Sense talks over her reversion story and how it relates directly to Pope Leo's affirmation of the need for sacred scripture. Plus, Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon and Chuck Koach, a convert and Senior at Christendom College, tell his story about how his college experience changed everything!

Journey Home Highlights, "Keepsake" Embryos from IVF Embryos, Meditations of Human Love and more!

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2025 98:00


Matt Swaim visits and shares highlights from tonight's Journey Home on EWTN. Kimberly Bird from Live Action stops by to talk about how IVF embryos are being made into "keepsake" jewelry, and Gail Buckley-Barringer's Scripture Verse of the Week. Plus, Jason Evert joins to meditations of human love and more, and Teresa's Two Sense looks at the importance of sacred music to our health.

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