This is YOUR show! Live from the WNGL studios in the Archdiocese of Mobile, LIVE HOUR (Monday - Friday at 7 AM CST) introduces you to local and national guests that share their own unique perspectives of the Catholic Faith. Todd Sylvester is your host along with Live Hour Producer Patrick Alog.
LACM Thursday 2-12-26
Tom Riello talks about the cause for canonization of Fulton J Sheen, Carrie Gress rejects sameness in our marriages, and Tom Hoopes highlights 6 reasons why personal prayer.
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Open Mic, Mike Aquilina on St. Valentine's, and Kay Trattles covers the Mary's Shelter Valentine's Day Event
Tom McDonald tells about House of David Season 2, Robert Orlando discusses Karl Marx, and Deacon Steve Kingsmore has our Sunday Gospel Reflection
Fr Peyton Plessela offers a positive perspective on Church rules, Ellen Taylor drops the blogosphere, and Michael Pakaluk details the lives of Christian Moms
Tom Riello still believes in old school education, Dr Randall Smith on evangelizing in silence, and Claudia Delmas discusses wearing our Sunday Best.
Fr Driscoll covers why God doesn't necessarily want us to be successful, Jennifer Galardi covers the fertility crisis, and Charlie Russo reflects on recent SCOTUS rulings.
Todd and Ellen examine the shard drop off in Catholic marriages in the last 25 years, Dawn Beutner has our February Saints of the Month, and Noel Smeraglia details the upcoming Cardinals in the Courtyard event.
Tom McDonald covers "Unlocked," Michele McAloon covers the 1st Icon of Our Lady of Victory, and Fr Den Irwin has our Sunday Gospel Reflection.
Fr Peyton Plessela speaks about intercessory prayer, Dr Jim Schroeder on turning freewill into willpower, and Dr Larry Chapp covers Ratzinger vs Kasper.
Tom Riello on the myth of secular education, Fr Tad Pacholczyk talks Faith and Science, and Christopher Carstens details how to develop a liturgical conscience.
Fr Pat Driscoll on making our lives too full for God, Andrea Picotti Bayer examines upcoming Supreme Court cases in 2026, and Dr Robert Royal covers Pope Leo's new notes.
Tom McDonald details the new AHSAA ruling, Brad Miner discusses the martyrdom of the Apostles, and John Cuddeback asks "why do we work?"
Tom McDonald covers the movie "Train Dreams," Chad Barwick covers Catholic education in 2026, and Deacon Bill Harkins has our Sunday Gospel Reflection.
Fr. Peyton Plessela covers being intentional as a Catholic, Steve Beaty discusses the seminarian breakfast, and David Bonagura has some eternal precepts for newfangled things.
Tom Riello covers Confirmation at Holy Spirit Parish, Fran Maier on the 'happy' in Happy New Year, and Patti Armstrong highlights the life of Michelle Dupong.
A special guest joins us for a moment in studio, Fr. Pat Driscoll on what really happens in a Catholic Mass, Peter Wolfgang looks back at Catholic Culture in 2025, and Fr. Michael Rennier on fixing broken communication.
Fr Peyton Plessela takes an in-depth look at scrupulosity, Joseph Pearce on his article "Real Men Read Poetry," and Fr James Dean covers Dr. Larry Chapp's latest article.
Todd and Ellen discuss the maintenance needed to live a holy life, Tom Hoopes on 4 Family Resolutions, and Katie Zulanis covers Peakday Fertility App.
Fr. Pat Driscoll on why waiting isn't just inconvenient, it's essential, Mike Aquilina continues the early church fathers series, and Jonathan Liedl on why 2026 will be the year of Leo.
Todd and Ellen discuss the news from a Catholic perspective, Luke Coppen has The Pillar's Vatican Starting 7 Newslinks, and Patrick Novacoskey on the 40th anniversary of the meeting between JP2 and Mother Theresa
Tom McDonald covers Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, Gina Christian article on Micah Kim, and Fr. Andrew Jones has our Sunday Gospel Reflection.
Fr Peyton Plessela joins us on LA Catholic Morning to discuss engaging the entire parish, Michael Pakaluk on the Mother of God, and Ellen Taylor drops the blogosphere!
Tom Riello on Cardinal Sarah's thoughts on sacred music, Dr Randall Smith covers his article "Incarnation Wonder," and Daniel Bielinski on Hazel's Heart.
Fr. Pat Driscoll on improving Mass attendance, Charlie Russo discusses a freedom of religion win over Christmas, and Carrie Gress covers "Something Wicked".
Todd and Ellen discuss the news from a Catholic perspective, Dawn Beutner has our January Saints of the Month, and Debbie Cowden talks New Year's Resolutions.
Tom Riello wraps up 2025, Fr Tad Pacholczyk discusses cloning animals, and Fran Maier on Santa's Secret Police.
Fr Pat Driscoll on preparing ourselves for Christmas in peace, David Bonagura on Advent as the turning point of the universe, and John Robb helps us welcome those Catholics that only come to Mass at Christmas.
Todd and Ellen discuss the news from a Catholic perspective, John Cuddeback discusses his latest article, and Dr. Jim Schroeder on turning free will into willpower.
Robert Brennan on Meet John Doe, Jennifer Bryson covers the book "Bread grows in Winter," and Fr. Patrick Gilbreath has our Sunday Gospel Reflection.
Fr Peyton Plessela discusses finding joy amidst tragedy during Christmas, Fr Michael Rennier on his article "Why complaining feels good even though we are made to praise," and Ellen Taylor drops the blogosphere!
Tom Riello covers the Pope's letter on Archaeology, Mike Aquilina continues his early church fathers series, and Fran Maier on Advent AD 2025!
Archbishop Rivituso joins us in studio to discuss his journey to becoming Archbishop of Mobile, highlight the great work of Catholic Charities, and provide a Christmas message!
Todd and Ellen look at the news from a Catholic perspective, Austin Habbish covers the Summa in a year podcast, and Claudia Delmas on Finding Christ in all we do.
Tom McDonald covers "Ruby Red-Handed" and "Pluribus," Rocio Medina joins us in studio to discuss St. Patrick Parishes Our Lady of Guadalupe Event, and Deacon Bill Harkins has our Sunday Gospel Reflection.
Todd and Ellen discuss the 1410 event, Michael Pakaluk covers his late wife's cause for canonization, and Jennifer Reynier on Mary's Shelter's Valentine's Day event.
Tom Riello on the paramount importance of Mary's "Yes," Tom Hoopes on 9 reasons you should pray a Novena, and Dan Johnson updates on what's going at 4pm Media.
Fr Pat Driscoll on How to have a successful Advent, Gary Zimak on giving up worrying for Advent, and Joseph Pearce asks the questions "Are things as they should be?"
Todd and Ellen discuss the news from a Catholic perspective, Luke Coppen has our Vatican starting 7 newslinks, and Brandon Stanley on Advent Programming at Spirit Juice Studios.
Robert Brennan on Train Dreams, John Martignoni on Advent, and Fr Den Irwin has our Sunday Gospel Reflection.
Fr Peyton Plessela on Parish life in the world, Chad Barwick on Pope Leo's recent letter on Education, and Ellen Taylor drops the blogosphere.
Tom Riello joins us to discuss Giving Tuesday's success and discuss Pope Leo's entrusting Lebanon to St. Charbel, Dr. Randall Smith on his article "Teaching Beauty," and Dr. Scott Hefelfinger on How to Advent.
Todd and Ellen discuss the news from a Catholic perspective, Dawn Beutner has our December Saints of the Month, and Debbie Cowden on Getting Children ready for Advent.
Tom Riello reflects on the 1700th anniversary of the Nicene Creed, Fr. Tad Pacholczyk on Faith and science, and Principal Blake Stein provides an update from McGill-Toolen Catholic High School.
Fr. Pat Driscoll on becoming angry with God, Philip Dolitsky covers his article "Death, social media and the collapse of the American soul, and David Bonagura on Abortion and the greatness of the Church.
Todd and Ellen look at the news from a Catholic perspective, Dale Ahlquist on his book "I also had my hour," and Dr. Bridget Hanrahan on dealing with extended family over Thanksgiving.
Tom McDonald reviews Guillermo Del Toro's "Frankenstein," Tyler Blanski on his book "Find your fight," and Deacon Steve Kingsmore has our Sunday Gospel Reflection.
Todd and Ellen discuss the news from a Catholic perspective, John Cuddeback on what keeps a father up at night, and RJ Snell on Charity and Truth in the public square.
Fr Pat Driscoll on how being a Christian should affect your life, Joseph Pearce on Warrior Women for Life, and Gina Christian reviews surveys of Young Adult Catholics.
Robert Brennan on the movie Nuremberg, Dr Ray Guerendi on his new book, and Fr. Paul Zoghby on the Sunday Gospel Reflection.
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