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“Conversations with Consequences” is the voice of The Catholic Association, offering a weekly hour of thoughtful dialogue—with the leading thinkers of our time— on the most consequential issues of our day.

Conversations with Consequences


    • May 23, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    Ep. 318 Curtis Martin of FOCUS on Pope Leo XIV and Catholicism's College Revival

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 54:00


    Still celebrating the news of our US-born Pope, FOCUS founder Curtis Martin discusses this historic moment and why he thinks Pope Leo XIV is an answer to many prayers. He also discusses the resurgence on college campuses across the country, of young adults, especially men eager to know more about Christ--and how students are also finding love and marriage through FOCUS! Msgr. Roger Landry also shares his own reaction to the Pope's Inaugural Mass and first General Audience, and what he plans to tell the Roman Pontiff when he meets him. With the Drexel Route of the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage now en-route from Indianapolis to LA, perpetual pilgrim Marina Frattaroli shares what walking with the Eucharist meant to hear. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 317 Father Thomas Petri on Pope Leo XVI & CIC's Eucharistic Procession on DC

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 54:00


    Father Thomas Petri of the Dominican House of Studies shares his thoughts about our new Pope including the pontiff's choice of name. The Dominican priest also discusses the connections with his predecessor, Pope Leo XIII and his love for St. Augustine and St. Thomas Aquinas. Msgr. Roger Landry joins with a look at this Leonine pope with a heart of a missionary. We also discuss the CIC Eucharistic procession, carrying the Blessed Sacrament in front of the White House. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 316 Msgr. Roger Landry on the Conclave & Marina Frattarolli on the Power of the Eucharist

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 54:00


    As the conclave gets underway this week after the solemn procession of cardinals entering the Sistine Chapel, Msgr. Roger Landry joins Ashley McGuire and Mary FioRito altogether in Rome to discuss the way in which the Holy Spirit is at work within the conclave. Betsy Fentress also chats with Marina Fratarolli, 2024 Eucharistic pilgrim that journeyed the entire Seton route--and how the Real Presence led to her conversion to Catholicism (along with a little help from St. Teresa of Avila!) Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 315 Archbishop Naumann on His Legacy of Life & Dr. Edward Sri Remembers Pope Francis

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 54:00


    With the news of Archbishop Joseph Naumann's retirement, the Kansas City shepherd shares his own powerful vocation story with the tragic death of his father. We also discuss his monumental impact on the pro-life movement, and why as Catholics, we must stand up to all the evil pervading our world. Dr. Edward Sri also shares his own memories of Pope Francis as we remember his life and legacy, and why so many young adults are coming into the Church. Ashley McGuire also joins with a glimpse into the week ahead as the world awaits the news from the conclave next week. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 314 Remembering Pope Francis with Msgr. Roger Landry and Edward Pentin

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 54:00


    As the world mourns the loss of Pope Francis who passed away on Easter Monday, we talk with Msgr. Roger Landry about the Holy Father's enduring legacy of mercy, especially as contemplate Divine Mercy Sunday this weekend. We also hear from Edward Pentin of the National Catholic Register about the details of the pontiff's funeral Saturday and what is expected during the upcoming conclave. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 313 Michael Heinlein Remembers Cardinal Francis George & Msgr. Roger Landry on Visiting a Leper Colony in Vietnam

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 54:00


    Marking 10 years since the death of Cardinal Francis George, we speak with his biographer Michael Heinlein about his rich life and legacy, and how this ever so consequential archbishop almost never came to be. Dismissing "liberal Catholicism as an "exhaustive project," Heinlein reminds us of the late cardinal's take on "simply Catholicism." Msgr. Roger Landry also joins sharing his own tearful testimony witnessing Catholic life on a leper colony in Vetnam as the Pontifical Mission Society in the US brought not only essentials for those suffering but also Jesus alive in the Eucharist. He also helps us prepare for the rest of Holy Week and the Triduum, and the hope that we have as Easter approaches within this Jubilee of Hope. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 312 Msgr. Charles Pope on the Reality of Evil & Dr. Janice Chik Talks Philosophy of Motherhood

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 54:00


    With a new book out on the topic, Msgr. Charles Pope joins to warns us all that Hell is very real and he urges the faithful to return to the sacraments during Passiontide. We also talk with Dr. Janice Chik about the philosophy of motherhood, and why this most sacred bond gets such a bad rap. And we keep our TCA chaplain in prayer this week as Msgr. Roger Landry visits suffering lepers in Vietnam with the Pontifical Missions Society. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 311 Helen Alvare on JPII's Feminine Genius & Matt Haas Reminds Us: Thank a Priest

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 54:00


    As we remember John Paul II on the 20th anniversary of his passing, Helen Alvaré takes us back to all the great riches he offered us especially within Evangelium Vitae, reminding us that the gift of life is the most essential human right. Msgr. Roger Landry also shares his many memories of meeting JPII and how his teachings helped shape his own priestly vocation. A new initiative launched last month, Thank a Priest calls all the faithful to share our love and gratitude for the priests who offer us in persona Christi so selflessly. Matt Haas shares how we can all thank them for their tremendous devotion and countless prayers. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 310 Feminine Genius from the Campus of Notre Dame & USCIRF's Maureen Ferguson on Nicaragua

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 54:00


    Attending a thought-provoking conference on feminine genius and women in the church, the TCA team descends upon the campus of Notre Dame discussing the teachings of John Paul II, what Catholic feminism truly is, and the real role of women within the church and family. With the release of USCIRF's report on religious freedom, Maureen Ferguson joins to highlight some of the worst areas of persecution across the globe including Nicaragua and Nigeria. Msgr. Roger Landry also offers guidance as we continue our Lenten journey, urging all of us to make time for the sacrament of reconciliation. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 309 Sister Clare Crockett's Road to Sainthood & Beverly Jacobson on Trisomy Awareness Month

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 54:00


    With the cause for canonization officially open for Sister Clare Crockett, we talk with the postulator for the cause, Sister Kristen Gardner all about the life of this soon-to-be saint. From her amazing conversion back to Christ, her radiant joy and tragic death, and the many possible miracles as millions have been praying for her intercession, Sister Garnder shares intimate never-before-heard details about this beloved sister that she knew personally. Marking Trisomy Awareness Month, we also talk with Beverly Jacobson about her darling daughter Verity who was born with Trisomy-18, and why all life should be protected, especially the most vulnerable. We also hear from our TCA chaplain Msgr. Roger Landry on the witness of St. Joseph as we marked his feast day this week. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 308 Msgr. Roger Landry on 5th Anniversary of Pandemic & Leigh Snead Talks Truth About IVF

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 54:00


    Marking 5 years since the start of the pandemic, Msgr. Roger Landry discusses the many moments of grace and mercy when COVID shut the entire world down. Lamenting the lack of access to the sacraments and the many lessons learned since the global state of emergency, the team also notes the real heroes of the pandemic: Catholic schools. Coming up for air while she's knee deep writing a book about adoption, TCA colleague Leigh Snead shares the real dangers of IVF and the many joys found in being an adoptive mother. The TCA team also delve into what they are doing for Lent--and how best to unite one's suffering to the cross during this penitential season.

    Ep. 307 Rep. Chris Smith on the Persecuted Church & Mauro Borelli on The Last Supper

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 54:00


    After being recognized at the National Catholic Prayer Breakfast last week, New Jersey Congressman Chris Smith joins to discuss religious freedom within our own country as well as across the globe including the Nigeria, Nicaragua, and China where Catholics are severely persecuted for their faith. With a new movie coming to theaters next weekend, director and screenwriter Mauro Borelli shares what motivated him to make the film, and why viewers see Judas in a whole new light. Msgr. Roger Landry also joins discussing how best to make the most of these 40 days of Lent. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 306 Gavin Ashenden on Encountering the Devil, Dr. Marguerite Duane, & Praying for Pope Francis

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 54:00


    With the Holy Father still in the hospital, countless Catholics across the globe have been praying for him including cardinals gathering every evening in Rome to pray the Rosary. "And as the Holy Father desperately needs our prayers and is begging for our prayers," as Msgr. Roger Landry tells us, we discuss all the ways Catholics pray for the Vicar of Christ at every Mass, in every Rosary, and especially in these hours of need. We also chat with the former chaplain to the late Queen Elizabeth of England all about his powerful conversion story wrought on by an encounter with the devil which left him clinging to the Marian prayer. As Ashenden says, "Evil subsided and went away--the Rosary worked." With the White House going all-in on IVF, Dr. Marguerite Duane also joins to share why "infertility is not a disease" and why naprotechnology fixes the underlying issues while IVF just ignores them. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 305 David Bereit on New Pro-Life Coalition & Bronwen McShea Talks Women in the Church!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 54:00


    With the big news this week of a new Life Leadership Conference being formed, executive director David Bereit joins to discuss the mission behind the coalition and why in a Post-Roe world, "pro-life organizations need to adapt to an altered landscape and new set of challenges." We also chat with historian Bronwen McShea about women in the church just ahead of a conference she is part of next month at the University of Notre Dame. Msgr. Roger Landry also joins with a very special appeal ahead of Lent: Make time for Eucharistic Adoration--especially as we round out the Eucharistic Revival. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 304 Ryan Anderson on Amazon Ending Book Ban & Father Dominic Legge on the Face of Aquinas

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 54:00


    With the bestselling book, When Harry Became Sally now back on Amazon, author Ryan Anderson joins with the unique backstory. He also expounds on why we must keep technology as a supplement, never a substitute in our daily lives, especially for the sake of our kids. Father Dominic Legge also joins, discussing the life of St. Thomas Aquinas with the recent image trending of the doctor of the church being recreated based on analysis of the skull. The study also points to the true cause of death of the Angelic Doctor. Msgr. Roger Landry discusses the Shrine of the North American Martyrs as it received national recognition by the USSCB this month. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 303 Clare Morell Offers a Pro-Family Tech Agenda & Celebrating Black History Month!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2025 54:00


    On the heels of Pope Francis' concerns about AI last week, Clare Morell of the Ethics and Public Policy penned a letter with several other Catholics highlighting a "Pro-Family Tech Agenda" to help safeguard families--especially children--from the dangers of screens and social media. She shares why all parents should be shielding young minds from big tech. Marking Black History Month, Mary Fiorito also tells us all about Dr. Mildred Fay Jefferson, one of the founding members of the National Right to Life Committee--who was also the first African American woman to be accepted to Harvard Medical School. Msgr. Roger Landry also offers a homily for this Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 302 Pro-Lifer Paul Vaughn Rejoices Over Trump Pardon & Miscarriage Misinformation at RFK Hearing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 54:00


    With 23 pro-lifers pardoned last week, we talk with Paul Vaughn, father of 11 who was arrested for praying for the unborn outside an abortion clinic in Tennessee. Offering a gripping account of the moments FBI agents arrived at his home to now being pardoned, Vaughn says his Christian faith carried him through the entire adversity. After a contentious RFK hearing on Capitol Hill, Mary Fiorito answers the question the HHS nominee had difficulty answering: Yes, states with pro-life laws can help pregnant women suffering from miscarriage and other complications. We also check in with Becket senior counsel Will Haun as the Supreme Court is expected to take up a very important case that is bringing parents of all faiths together in Maryland as they fight to keep pride books out of the classroom. Msgr. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for the Presentation of the Lord. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET and %pmET EWTN radio!

    Ep. 301 Jennie Bradley Lichter Previews March for Life & Join this Novena for Victims of the California Wildfire

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 54:00


    As we approach the 2025 March for Life, new president Jennie Bradley Lichter joins to discuss this year's line-up and why she has been marching since 2001! As victims attempt to pick up the pieces after the devastating California wildfires, we learn all about a novena starting Friday for all those displaced and suffering. Msgr. Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for Word of God Sunday! Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 300 Mary Fiorito on the Feminine Genius & Katy Faust Talks Pro-Child Politics!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 54:00


    As Archbishop Charles Chaput took the Solemnity of Mary the Mother of God to highlight Catholic women who work indefatigably for the Church, we speak with one of them: Mary Fiorito of the Ethics and Public Policy Center, all about feminine genius and why 'God's rules exist to keep us happy.' We also check in with Katy Faust just ahead of the Inauguration as the tide may be turning on woke ideology, and more minded to 'Pro-Child Politics.' Msgr. Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for this Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 299 Rosary in A Year Tops Rogan & Edward Pentin Remembers Cardinal George Pell

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2025 54:00


    With the Rosary in a Year Podcast topping the charts this past week, we talk with the host Father Mark-Mary Ames about the power of this prayer and his own conversion at the age of 18. This week also marks 2 years since the death of the gentle giant Cardinal George Pell. With a new biography out on the prelate, Edward Pentin shares some of the insights, remembering his profound faith in the wake of such adversity. Msgr. Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for the Baptism of the Lord this Sunday. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 298 Ryan Anderson Talks Pro-Life Landscape Ahead of March for Life 2025!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2025 54:00


    As we look ahead to the March for Life later this month, Ryan Anderson of the Ethics and Public Policy Center joins to discuss the pro-life movement's future and the importance of promoting chastity and marriage in a post-Roe world. He also dispels the many myths that the pro-abortion lobby is spreading about states with pro-life laws, pointing out that every state has "explicit provisions" that no mother would ever be denied life-saving treatment. We also discuss the role of fatherhood and virtue with a new video series just launced by the Knights of Columbus. Msgr. Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily for the Epiphany. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 297 Emily Stimpson Chapman on Embracing the Christmas Octave & Celebrating with the Saints!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2024 54:00


    As the Christmas season is just getting started, Catholic author Emily Stimpson Chapman discusses ways to keep the spirit alive during the octave. She also shares her own experience with infertility and the joy of now being a mother of 3 through adoption! The TCA team also discusses the upcoming feast days and how best to celebrate with the saints during this holiday season! Msgr. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for this Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 296 Animator Tim Reckart Talks The Star & Father Roger Landry on His New Title By Pope Francis!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 54:00


    As we head into the last week of Advent and the Christmas octave, movie director and animator Tim Reckart joins to share what tops his holiday movie list including his own hit, The Star, featuring a star-studded cast in a retelling of the Nativity as told by the animals in the stable. He also teases some details on some new movies coming in the new year! As Father Roger Landry received the title of Monsignor from Pope Francis this week, we talk to him about his tenure serving as Catholic chaplain at Columbia and what he is most excited about with his new post serving as national director of the Pontifical Mission Societies in the US. He also reflects on his time walking the entire Seton Route of the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 295 Christmas Movies on the Vatican Film List & Carrie Gress Talks Classical Countdown Takeover!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 10, 2024 54:00


    As we get closer to Christmas, Father Michael Ward, part of the trio behind Popcorn with the Pope joins to share some of the best movies for the holiday from the Vatican Film List including the classic, It's a Wonderful Life. Father Ward also discusses the many cameos he's had including his most recent inThe Most Reluctant Convert. Carrie Gress of Theology of Home also shares a very cool story about a girls' Catholic school taking over a radio station's holiday classical countdown! Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily for Gaudete Sunday. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 294 8 Surprising Facts About Notre Dame Cathedral & the Wild West of IVF

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2024 54:00


    With the grand reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris this weekend, Solène Tadié of the National Catholic Register, joins to share some rare little known facts about the historic cathedral about this medieval Gothic jewel, also remembering the heroism on that fateful day when a chaplain ran into rescue the Blessed Sacrament and sacred relics. Ashley McGuire and Leigh Snead also discuss 2 recent articles on the tragic realities of IVF. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for this Sunday's Gospel as we contemplate the Immaculate Conception. Catch the show every Saturday 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 293 Edward Pentin on Jimmy Lai and Why the Vatican Remains Silent & Finding Gratitude This Thanksgiving!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2024 54:00


    As world leaders sound the alarm over the harsh treatment of Jimmy Lai languishing in a Hong Kong prison cell, EWTN News Vatican analyst Edward Pentin joins to discuss why there is radio silence from the Vatican on this man who remains steadfast to his Catholic faith. The TCA team also discusses tips on hospitality and remaining grateful amid the bustling holiday season--and even where to find the best recipes! We also talk with Elizabeth Kirk about her adoption journey and countering the soft stigma against this loving option. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily as we prepare our hearts for Advent. Make sure to catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 292 TCA Team Talks Martin Scorsese & the Saints + National Adoption Month

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2024 54:00


    With controversial director Martin Scorsese out with a new series documenting the lives of 8 Catholic saints, Ashley McGuire chats with Leigh Snead and Betsy Fentress about what motivated Scorsese at this chapter in his life to make such a compelling tv series. Marking National Adoption Month, Leigh Snead and author Mary Bruno share intimate details about the cross of infertility and the joy they both found in adoption. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for Christ the King Sunday! Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 291 Ryan Anderson on the Future of the Pro-Life Movement & KofC's New Virtue Video Series !

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2024 54:00


    TCA colleague Ashley McGuire chats with Ryan Anderson of the Ethics and Public Policy Center on the future of the pro-life movement and why being pro-family and pro-chastity is vital in order to change the culture. We also dive into a new Leadership Virtues Series with Dr. Joseph McInerny of the Knights of Columbus who invites all of us but especially men to sign up for this virtual boot camp in living a virtuous life! Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for this Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 290 The Catholic Vote & The Thought Police

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 5, 2024 54:00


    With election results now in, TCA colleagues Dr. Grazie Christie and Ashley McGuire discuss the impact the Catholic vote had especially in light of Harris' anti-Catholic bigotry. We also discuss the defeat of Amendment 4 in Florida and how helping families flourish is still the highest priority. With multiple arrests of pro-lifers praying silently outside abortion facilities in the UK, investigative journalist Madeleine Kearns joins to share her jaw-dropping research as the 'thought-police' are clearly alive and well, terrorizing those that pray. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for this Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 289 Kamala's Anti-Catholic Bias & All Souls Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2024 54:00


    Ahead of Election Day Tuesday, Dr. Grazie Christie and Ashley McGuire discuss the flagrant anti-Catholic bias of Kamala Harris on the heels of her latest statements on no concessions for religious exemptions of any kind when it comes to abortion. We also talk with Michael Lichens of Ignatius Press about the importance of remembering our own death--especially as enter into November. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily for this Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 288 Bishop Burbidge on the Rosary & USCCB's Fall Meeting + Gates Garcia Talks Amendment 4!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2024 54:00


    Bishop Michael Burbidge of Arlington, Virginia joins to discuss Respect Life Month, the power of the Rosary, and what news reports rarely show during the USCCB Fall Meeting! As we are less than 2 weeks out from election night, we also talk with Gates Garcia about what's at stake with life on the ballot and a very deceptive abortion amendment that Floridians will confront. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for this Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

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    Ep. 287 Radiating Joy: The Michelle Duppong Story & Father of 16 Talks Parenting Tips!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 54:00


    Servant of God Michelle Duppong is on her way to sainthood. We talk about the new movie coming to theaters next month sharing her extraordinary suffering, and her years bringing college kids to Christ through FOCUS. Jessica Navin is not only the producer of the film but was a close frien to Michelle sharing intimate details of her life. We also talk the a veteran dad of 16 kids, Conor Gallagher of Tan Books, offering his roadmap for a Well-Ordered Family. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily as we prepare for World Mission Sunday this weekend. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET and 5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 286 Hurricane Relief Efforts with Samaritan's Purse & How I Learned to Pray the Rosary!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2024 54:00


    With millions impacted by two hurricanes within the last 2 weeks, we talk with Jason Kimak of Samaritan's Purse about the relief efforts underway and how we can help those most in need--and the stories of hope amidst such tragedy. As we marked Our Lady of the Rosary this week on the one year anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel, we talk about the power of this Marian prayer--and what the mysteries teach us about our faith. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for this Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 285 Jennifer Frey Talks Truth About Parenting & Archbishop Wenski on How to Vote Like a Catholic

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2024 54:00


    "As a mother of six myself," Frey admits: "I can tell you that having a child is like getting married in at least one important respect: If you are honest with yourself, you will admit that you had no idea what you were getting into...” The professor, philosopher, and podcast host breaks down what is going on socially and culturally with our current demographic winter, offering insights gleaned from 3 books that hit on the topic of parenting all from different perspectives. With life on the ballot this November in Florida and beyond, Archbishop Thomas Wenski of Miami discusses the truth behind Amendment 4 and reminds us that as Catholics, "we are not second-class citizens." Father Roger Landry also offers us an inspiring homily as we look ahead to Respect Life Sunday. Catch the show every Saturday at 5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 284 Michael Hurley on Gerard Manley Hopkins & The Truth About the Tragic Deaths in Georgia

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2024 54:00


    As a video of King Charles reciting Gerard Manley Hopkins surfaced recently, Cambridge professor Michael Hurley joins Dr. Grazie Christie and Betsy Fentress to discuss the prowess of this poet-turned-Jesuit-priest. A leading expert on Hopkins, Hurley recites not only God's Grandeur, but the Windhover, which was the poet's favorite work. We also talk with Dr. Susan Bane of AAPLOG about the medical failures that led to the deaths of 2 women in Georgia. We also hear from Father Roger Landry offering an inspiring homily to prepare us for this Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 283 Father Flanagan's Boys Town & Vanity Fair's Take on Celebrity Conversions

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2024 54:00


    Producer Victoria McEachern joins to discuss her new film, Heart of a Servant: The Father Flanagan Story. The movie tells the true story of Father Flanagan's role in helping hundreds of boys by giving them what they needed most: a home. His life embodied the principle: “If you want to save the future, start by saving the children.” Dr, Grazie Christie and Ashley McGuire also discuss the need for formation in light of so many celebrity conversions and also the plight many teen girls face growing up in the digital age. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily for this Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 282 Betsy Fentress on The Supper Discourses & Friendship in the Digital Age

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2024 54:00


    Writer-at-large Betsy Fentress joins to discuss hospitality and friendship exploring how the art of cooking and the craft of conversation prepares the way for Christ-filled camaraderie. She presents our own "attempts at sanctified eating as a mirror of Christ's Eucharistic gift." We also discuss the art of evangelization on college campuses with FOCUS missionary Anthony Cirillo. Father Roger Landry also joins with an inspiring homily to prepare us for this Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 281 Katy Faust Digs into Real Dangers of IVF & Keeping Big Tech Away from Kids!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2024 54:00


    As more schools are banning cell phones on campus, the TCA team chats about the real hazards of big tech and why kids should be shielded from social media. We also discuss the real dangers of IVF with Katy Faust who suggests pro-child policies when it comes to building families. As Father Roger Landry took the helm as the new national director of the Pontifical Missions Societies in the US this week, he offers yet another inspiring homily urging us all to be Christlike, doing "all things well." Catch the show every Saturday at 5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 280 Catholic Women Embracing Veils & Tom Carroll Talks Catholic Talent Project!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2024 54:00


    The TCA team talks about a rise in young Catholic women wearing veils at Mass 'in reverence for the Eucharist' and how the mantilla graces almost every depiction of the Blessed Mother as we find protection under her mantle. We also catch up with Tom Carroll on his 'Catholic Talent Project' as he continues his renaissance of Catholic education. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for this Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 279 Becket's Mark Rienzi on Protecting Jewish Students at UCLA & Fulton Sheen's On the Demonic

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2024 54:00


    As Jewish students were asked to denounce their faith in order to enter onto UCLA's campus last semester, Mark Rienzi of the Becket Fund joins to discuss a big win for religious freedom for students at the school and how the federal court ruling should impact other schools in light of potential campus protests this Fall. We also get a glimpse of never-before seen writings by Venerable Fulton Sheen on spiritual warfare and 'this demonic age.' Father Roger Landry offers a moving homily on the climax of the Bread of Life discourse as we prepare our hearts for this Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 5pmET on EWTN radio.

    Ep. 278 Soon-to-be-Saint Blessed Carlo Acutis & Tania Geist on the Real Presence

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2024 54:00


    Author Sabrina Ferrisi joins to discuss Blessed Carlo Acutis and his canonization during the Jubilee 2025, and what we can learn from this first millennial saint who worked diligently to chart Eucharistic miracles! Tania Geist share her new book, Eucharist: The Real Presence of Christ, as we move forward into the next phase of the National Eucharistic Revival. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for this Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 277 5 Things to Know About Tim Walz & KofC's Damien O'Connor on Fatherhood & Fraternity!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2024 54:00


    With the news of Tim Walz joining the Democratic ticket, Ashley McGuire joins to share the greatest concerns Catholics should have regarding his record on life and religious freedom. As the Knights of Columbus meet for their annual convention taking place in Canada this week, we talk with Damien O'Connor, the Knights' Vice President of Evangelization and Faith Formation, all about fatherhood, fraternity, and the witness of their founder Blessed Michael McGivney. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for this Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 276 Ashley McGuire on Paris Olympics Scandal & Maureen Ferguson Talks Nicaragua

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2024 54:00


    TCA colleague Ashley McGuire joins to discuss the scandalous Paris Olympics opening ceremony calling it "a wordless display of blaspheming bigotry followed by a faux apology." She also charts us through Kamala Harris' track record when it comes to religious freedom and the unborn. We also talk with Maureen Ferguson who now serves as a USCIRF chair to discuss the troubling religious grievances that our brothers and sisters in Nicaragua face. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for this Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 275 FOCUS Missionary on Evangelizing on Campus & Why Aren't Couples Having Kids?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2024 54:00


    With recent statistics pointing to married couples choosing not to have children, author Tim Carney joins discussing his book, Family Unfriendly, pointing out how “American culture is a suboptimal habitat for the human family.” As we wrapped the Eucharistic Congress last weekend, we visit with FOCUS missionary Anthony Cirillo about the important work of evangelization especially within a digital age. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily as we prepare for Grandparents' Day this weekend. Catch the show every Saturday at 5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 274 Father Charron on Trump Assassination Attempt & Pablo Kay on Joy of Catholic Journalism!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2024 54:00


    Father Jason Charron joins to discuss the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump and how Catholics can come together to unify in such a moment of division. With the great showing of Angelus News at the Catholic Media Association Awards, we talk with Pablo Kay about the work of Catholic journalism especially in light of the Eucharistic pilgrimage and Congress now convening in Indianapolis. Father Roger Landry also joins with an inspiring homily to prepare us for this Sunday's Gospel

    Ep. 273 National Eucharistic Congress & The Making of 'Jesus Thirsts'

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2024 54:00


    As the 4 National Eucharistic Pilgrimage routes are advancing toward Indianapolis for the National Eucharistic Congress, we talk with Dr. Edward Sri about this unique moment and what impact he hopes these events will have on the hearts of Catholics--especially when it comes to understanding the true 'sacrifice of the Mass.' As the movie "Jesus Thirsts' becomes the second-highest-grossing documentary of 2024, producer Tim Moriarty disusses the impact the film is having on so many across the country. Father Roger Landry also offers an insightful homily as he himself walks the last leg of the entire Eucharistic pilgrimage. Catch the show every Saturday at 5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 272 Liz Lev on Pulling Rupnik's Art & Father Kirby Talks Fragility of Freedom for the 4th!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2024 54:00


    Art critic and historian Liz Lev discusses what makes art sacred in light of the ongoing Rupnik scandal with the recent call from Cardinal Sean O'Malley to remove the mosaics of the priest accused of sexually abusing women. Father Jeffrey Kirby joins to mark the 4th of July sharing his thoughts on what he calls the 'fragility of freedom.' Father Roger Landry checks in from the road along the Eucharistic pilgrimage with an inspiring homily for this Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 5pmET on EWTN radio! Father Jeffrey Kirby on the 4th of July and the fragility of freedom.. We also talk with

    Ep. 271 How 22 Familes Adopted 77 Foster Kids & Walking With Moms in Need

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2024 54:00


    Marking the 2nd anniversary of the Dobbs decision, Kat Talalas of the USCCB joins to discuss the success of Walking with Moms in Need and why this ministry is so vital in a post-Roe world. We also talk with writer Rebekah Weigel about her new film, Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot, reminding us all we are all called to care for orphan and widow. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily as he continues the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage celebrating 25 years of his priestly vocation. Catch the show every Saturday at 5pmET.

    Ep. 270 Dr. Edward Sri on Eucharistic Congress & Jewish Students Take UCLA to Court!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2024 54:00


    A month away from the National Eucharistic Congress, Dr. Edward Sri joins to discuss the ongoing pilgrimage and what this moment offers us all in light of his new book, What Do You Seek. Becket attorney Laura Wolk Slavis joins with a glimpse into a case revolving around campus encampments and 3 Jewish UCLA students that are finally getting their day in court after months of violence and discrimination. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for this Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 269 Tim Moriarty Talks Jesus Thirsts & A New Maternity Home in Miami!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2024 54:00


    With the success of Hermanos de la Calle, a non-profit working indefatigably to help rescue the homeless from the streets of Miami, Narciso Muñoz tells us about his new project: working to help pregnant mothers in need with Hearts for Life, a maternity home opening soon in the Sunshine state. And the with the smashing box-office success of Jesus Thirsts, executive producer Tim Moriarty joins with a glimpse at this amazing film stirring hearts about the Real Presence of Christ in the Eucharist. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily as he journeys along the Euharistic Pilgrimage. Catch the show every Saturday at 5pmET on EWTN radio!

    Ep. 268 Mary Margaret Olohan Deconstructs Gender Ideology and Fran Maier on the Body of Christ

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2024 54:00


    Out with a new book that is currently topping the Amazon LGBTQ charts during 'Pride Month,' Mary Margaret Olohan of the Daily Signal joins to discuss "Detrans: True Stories of Escaping the Gender Ideology Cult." Revealing intimate details from actual young adults and teens who have detransitioned, the book offers a rare glimpse into euphemism known as "gender-affirming care." Fran Maier, author of "True Confessions" joins to discuss the special role the laity have in being part of the body of Christ as we contemplate the ongoing Eucharistic pilgrimage. Father Roger Landry offers an inspiring homily for this Sunday's Gospel as we contemplate the Immaculate Heart of Mary this weekend. Catch the show Saturday at 5pmET on EWTN radio!

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