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9/12/25 6am CT Hour - Dr. Annabelle Moseley/ Bishop Daniel Mueggenborg John, Glen and Sarah give an update on Charlie Kirk's assassination including manhunt for shooter, JD Vance accompanying Kirk body to Arizona and President Trump at Yankee Stadium for 9/11 remembrance. Plus Chocolate Milkshake Day! Dr. Annabelle tells the story of how the true cross of Christ was discovered and the wisdom of the saints the encourage us to embrace the cross instead of just dragging it along. Bishop Mueggenborg reflects on why the Lord had to be lifted up like the serpent in the dessert.
9/12/25 7am CT Hour - Mary Hallan Fiorito/ Eric Scheidler John, Glen and Sarah give an update on Charlie Kirk's assassination including manhunt for shooter, JD Vance accompanying Kirk body to Arizona and President Trump at Yankee Stadium for 9/11 remembrance. Plus Chocolate Milkshake Day! Breaking news: Kirk killer in custody Mary shares Charlie kirk's love for pro-life and his impact with youth and movement. 3 Questions with Dante Eric speaks to the importance of remembering those killed through abortion September 13 and honoring their innocent life.
9/11/25 6am CT Hour - Fr. Dominic Bouck/ Sgt. Carlos Nieves John, Glen and Sarah reflect on 9/11 and the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Fr. Dominic offers thoughts on Charlie Kirk and male leadership in today's world. Sgt. Nieves recalls what it was like to be on the ground with the NYPD on 9/11 and the days that followed.
9/11/25 7am CT Hour - Fr. Bob Pagliari/ John LaBarbera John, Glen and Sarah reflect on 9/11 and the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Fr. Bob speaks to what it was like that day in Manhattan when the planes hit the twin towers. John witnesses to his participation on 9/11 and the inspirational firefighters and first responders that gave their all that day. https://t2t.org/?utm_source=sav&utm_medium=google&utm_campaign=search&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=16451052958&gbraid=0AAAAABOVbuYjtZY5GzE10ahK4b6byzIko&gclid=Cj0KCQjw5onGBhDeARIsAFK6QJb0NAkJyHWuaoujQX3VebsZjbvcFts-W1dOehw-wCFBp87gDnRhzfgaAgwSEALw_wcB
9/10/25 6am CT Hour - Ashley Noronha/ Jonathan Teixeira John, Glen and Sarah chat about Poland shooting down Russian drones, Yrina Zaruska murder and TV dinners. Ashley reports on Pope Leo's Weekly General Audience on Christ crying out from the cross, Portuguese Catholics from India celebrating the feast of the Nativity of Our Lady and feast of the Triumph of the Cross in Lucca. Did You Know St. Pier Giorgio Frassatti had a secret club? Jonathan talks about the importance of being on the same page of your budget with your spouse to win with your money. https://walletwin.com/
9/10/25 7am CT Hour - Fr. Marcel Taillon/ Dave Durand John, Glen and Sarah chat about Poland shooting down Russian drones, Yrina Zaruska murder and TV dinners. Fr. Marcel tells the story of a couple who divorced, got an annulment and remarried and speaks to the fact that annulments are not "Catholic Divorce" Did You Know Pier Giorgio Frassatti flunked Latin? Dave shares the 3 things that great leaders do best.
9/9/25 6am CT Hour - Magnus MacFarlane-Barrow/ Kim Morgan John, Glen and Sarah chat about Trump's stand on religious freedom in schools, Bears/Vikings game, Phillies fan scuffle and National Teddy Bear Day. Magnus shares how he discerned founding Mary's Meals and how their mission to feed children helps them to be educated and thrive. https://www.marysmealsusa.org/what-we-do/campaigns/2520?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22843585830&gclid=Cj0KCQjwoP_FBhDFARIsANPG24MOA8plNyBKKgQRpfudLXbAtIz0JRrP9EkXPHc_rK9mH7Vs-T8zDsMaAoFqEALw_wcB Kim fleshes out who Pier Giorgio and Carlo were and how holiness is contagious.
9/9/25 7am CT Hour - Martha Fernandez-Sardina/ William Albrecht John, Glen and Sarah chat about Trump's stand on religious freedom in schools, Bears/Vikings game, Phillies fan scuffle and National Teddy Bear Day Martha shares the excitement of the newly beautified Saints and gives tips o how to follow their lead. William speaks to the idea of sola scriptura and what the early Catholic church thought about this matter.
9/8/25 6am CT Hour - Ashley Noronha/ Emily Jaminet John, Glen and Sarah chat about new saints in the Church, President Trump's war on cartels in America, NFL, Star Trek and Mystery Music Monday. Ashley recaps the vents leading up to the canonization and the Pope's words to those who gathered to celebrate these amazing young men. Emily speaks to what all mothers and women can learn from Mary as we go through life.
9/8/25 7am CT Hour - Fr. Burke Masters/ Anthony D'Ambrosio John, Glen and Sarah chat about new saints in the Church, President Trump's war on cartels in America, NFL, Star Trek and Mystery Music Monday. Fr. Burke shares ideas for how we can celebrate Mary on her birthday including one at his parish. https://sij.net/events/behold-south-of-hinsdale-village-hall-outside Anthony explains how his personal journey of faith led him to St. Maximilian Kolbe and spurred this new film in theaters this weekend. https://www.triumphoftheheart.com/
9/2/25 6am CT Hour - Mark Mastroianni/ Dr. Pat Castle John, Glen and Sarah share Pope Leo's words of comfort for those affected by Annunciation Shooting and first mass after shooting, high death rate from shootings in city's like Chicago and National Victory over Japan Day. Mark explains why 95% of generate AI pilots fail and what they are promising do get it right in the future. Dr. Pat shares the mission of LIFE Runners and how you can participate in the A-Cross America Relay. https://www.liferunners.org/
9/2/25 7am CT Hour - John Morales/ Dr. Joel Brind John, Glen and Sarah share Pope Leo's words of comfort for those affected by Annunciation Shooting and first mass after shooting, high death rate from shootings in cities like Chicago and National Victory over Japan Day. John shares his story of overcoming prostate cancer and shingles with God's grace, redemptive suffering and Sweetamine. Dr. Brind explains why inflammation happens in the body and how glycine can help alleviate this common issue. https://www.sweetamine.com/
8/28/25 6am CT Hour - Monsignor James Shea/ Bishop Daniel Mueggenborg John, Glen and Sarah chat about Minneapolis church shooting and the reaction from Archbishop Hebda, Pope Leo and those closest effected. Monsignor gives spiritual guidance on those trying to understand the Minneapolis Church shooting and talks about the wild ride Augustine took before turning toward God. Bishop Mueggenborg reflects on this Sunday's Gospel about taking the "lower" place.
8/28/25 7am CT Hour - Laura DeMaria/ Anthony D'Ambrosio John, Glen and Sarah *chat about Minneapolis church shooting and the reaction from Archbishop Hebda, Pope Leo and those closest effected. Laura asks whether being cynical can lead to sin or is it just a realistic way to look at the world. Anthony shares his personal journey to God and how it lead to the making of the Triumph of the Heart movie about St. Maximillian Kolbe.
8/27/25 6am CT Hour - Ashley Noronha/ Doug Hinderer John, Glen and Sarah chat about Cracker Barrel logo change, Trump and death penalty, and a squirrel with a baseball card. Ashley reports on Pope Leo's Weekly General Audience on Christ's passion, special Rafael exhibit in NYC, feats of St. Monica, etc. Did You Know - Rock Paper Scissors Doug shares what it was like to see his son ordained a priest.
8/27/25 7am CT Hour - Marcel LeJeune/ Dave Durand John, Glen and Sarah chat about Cracker Barrel logo change, Trump and death penalty, and a squirrel with a baseball card. Marcel shares the good news of the Catholic world and why we should be proud to be a Catholic today. Did You Know - Rock Paper Scissors Lizard Spock Dave speaks to how God's grace can transform us for real and not just temporarily.
8/26/25 6am CT Hour - Fr. Rafael Capo/ Michael O'Rourke John, Glen and Sarah chat about decrease of crime in Washington DC, Pope Leo's comments for altar servers and National Dog Day. Fr. Capo explains how taking care of the body with fitness can be a way t grow in faith and evangelize. Michael talks about how the painful and gruesome challenges saints overcame don't look attractive unless we re-frame the story by adding in how they fell in love with Christ.
8/26/25 7am CT Hour - Martha Fernandez-Sardina/ William Albrecht John, Glen and Sarah chat about decrease of crime in Washington DC, Pope Leo's comments for altar servers and National Dog Day. Martha shares her conversion story and how she discerned life as a LoveEvangelist. William explains how we know the books in the Catholic Bible are the right ones and why there are differences with the Protestant Bible.
8/25/25 6am CT Hour - Lindsay Schlegel/ Fr. Esequiel Sanchez John, Glen and Sarah chat about Pledge Drive, war in Ukraine negotiations, JD Vance response to Texas redistricting, Little League Championship and Mystery Music Monday. Lindsay gives some tips on having the right attitude as a parent for back to school and be successful as we kick off the new school year. Fr. Esequiel explains why Our Lady of Guadalupe is touring and how to celebrate the 500th Anniversary of her appearance on Tepeyac Hill.
8/25/25 7am CT Hour - Kelsey Gillespy/ Pablo Licheri John, Glen and Sarah chat about Pledge Drive, war in Ukraine negotiations, JD Vance response to Texas redistricting, Little League Championship and Michael Jordan/ Kobe Bryant card. Kelsey talks about how we can connect to Christ through the chaos of motherhood with a little help from Mary. Pablo explains why he created the Catholic Mass Times app and how it can help you find a mass, confession or adoration around you at home or on the go.
8/21/25 6am CT Hour - Bishop Daniel Mueggenborg/ Mary Hallan Fiorito John, Glen and Sarah chat about Hurricane Erin and Pope's call for pray and fasting for peace and play What's That Sound. Bishop Mueggenborg reflects on this Sunday's Gospel about the first being last. Mary shares the pro-life message of Pope Leo and the good news that Costco has opted out of selling abortion drugs.
8/21/25 6am CT Hour - Kendra Von Esh/ Fr. James Kubicki John, Glen and Sarah chat about Pope's call for pray and fasting for peace and play What's That Sound. Kendra speaks to the listeners who feel like they are all alone on the journey of faith. . .you are never alone with God and Relevant Radio. Fr. Kubicki speaks to the early life of Pope Pius X and how he became known as the Pope of the Eucharist.
8/20/25 6am CT Hour - Ashley Noronha/ Logan Church John, Glen and Sarah chat about the pledge drive, Hurricane Erin, Pope Leo calling for Day of Prayer and President Trump working with world leaders for peace in Ukraine. Ashley reports on the latest from Pope Leo, Rome and feast days. Logan breaks down where we are in the peace talks with world leaders and President Trump and how close they are to reaching agreement.
8/20/25 7am CT Hour - Fr. Marcel Taillon/ Dave Durand John, Glen and Sarah chat about the pledge drive, Hurricane Erin, Pope Leo calling for Day of Prayer and President Trump working with world leaders for peace in Ukraine. Fr. Marcel speaks to a new program where you can nominate a young man you know to see if they are interested to priesthood. Dave shares how we can be a team player and humility is a big part of it.
8/19/25 6am CT Hour - Bishop Brendan Cahill/ Brian Gibson John, Glen and Sarah chat about pledge drive, world leaders meeting about peace in Ukraine and Hurricane Erin and Talk Like Jar Jar Binks Day. Bishop Cahil briefly mentions some of the things Pope Leo has done and focused on in his first 100 Days as pontiff. Brian reveals the flaws in big abortion and why we need to hold them accountable for the lives being lost.
8/19/25 7am CT Hour - Harry Kraemer/ Fr. Edward Looney John, Glen and Sarah chat about pledge drive, world leaders meeting about peace in Ukraine and Hurricane Erin and Talk Like Jar Jar Binks Day. Harry challenges men to protect, provide and lead like Christ. Fr. Looney explains the beauty of meditating on the Eucharist after Communion.
8/18/25 7am CT Hour - Theresa Civantos Barber/ Sr. Mary Teresa Bettag John, Glen and Sarah chat about pledge drive, Glen's anniversary and the latest news. Theresa speaks to little habits and gestures we do at mass and how explaining them to kids can help them to understand why we should be reverent during mass. Sr. Mary Teresa speaks to how we can live authentically and have a winners attitude by saying yes to God and no to he falsehoods of the world.
8/18/25 6am CT Hour - Gary Zimak/ Shawn Carney John, Glen and Sarah chat pledge drive, Glen's anniversary and latest news. Plus Mystery Music Monday. Gary shares how we can grow in trust for God when we see over time how he takes five loaves and two fish and making it more than enough all the time. Shawn gives some tips on how to make your family life great again.
8/15/25 6am CT Hour - Elizabeth LeBlanc/ Bishop Daniel Mueggenborg John, Glen and Sarah chat about Trumps meeting with Putin today, Pope Leo's prayers for peace, how a bride discovered her ring and back to school. Elizabeth explains how we can take St. Therese's "little way" to sainthood and apply it to motherhood. Bishop Mueggenborg gives a reflection on what Jesus tells us in Sunday's Gospel.
8/15/25 7am CT Hour - Mary Hallan Fiorito/ William Albrecht John, Glen and Sarah chat about Trumps meeting with Putin today, Pope Leo's prayers for peace, and back to school. Mary shares 2 cases of abortion malpractice and asks how this helps mother and child thrive. 3 Questions with Yolanda William makes the case that the Assumption of Our Blessed Mother IS in the Bible if you know where to look for it.
8/14/25 6am CT Hour - Fr. Dominic Bouck/ Marcellino D'Ambrosio John, Glen and Sarah chat about meeting in Alaska with Putin and Trump, backlash from National Guard in Washington DC and play What's That Sound. Fr. Bouck shares what it's like to be a college chaplain and how he tries to help those in his care. Marcellino gives he details of his new St. Maximilian Kolbe movie, Triumph of the Heart and how you can bring it to your town.
8/14/25 7am CT Hour - Laura DeMaria/ Fr. James Kubicki John, Glen and Sarah chat about meeting in Alaska with Putin and Trump, backlash from National Guard in Washington DC and play What's That Sound. Laura speaks to why Gen Z women are seeking silence in a convent retreat house instead of the beach this summer. Fr. Kubicki talks about the life of St. Maximilian Kolbe and how he lived his life through the motto "To Jesus Through Mary" up until his last moment.
8/13/25 6am CT Hour - Ashley Noronha/ Preston Allex John, Glen and Sarah chat about meeting in Alaska and virtual for peace in Ukraine/Russia War, National Guard in Washington DC, Little League World Series tournament starts and Filet Mignon. Ashley reports on Pope Leo's Weekly General Audience, Italians celebrating the feast of St. Lawrence, Italy's current pro-life, pro-family government celebrates a milestone and the feast of the Assumption. Did You Know: Famous Lefthanders Preston breaks down why it's important to create a will fr yourself and your loved ones left behind. https://catholiclegacy.com/
8/13/25 7am CT Hour - Kristan Hawkins/ Dave Durand John, Glen and Sarah chat about meeting in Alaska and virtual for peace in Ukraine/Russia War, National Guard in Washington DC, Little League World Series tournament starts and Filet Mignon. Kristan speaks to her debate on abortion with ChatGPT and what we can learn from it. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=us1TvRtsKn0 Did You Know - Facts about Lefthanded People Dave shares several reasons why we reject the truth of the faith.
8/12/25 6am CT Hour - Martha Fernandez-Sardina/ Mark Valencia John, Glen and Sarah chat about President Trump trying to control crime in Washington DC, upcoming Trump and Putin peace talks and vinyl records. Martha speaks to how we can defend the faith like Kolbe did with love and courage and lean on Our Lady. Mark shares the story of his family, wife, 4 children and their unborn baby girl. As they face a challenging medical diagnosis, he explains how they lean on their Catholic faith and the Lord. https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-evas-and-baby-lifesaving-pregnancy-needs?attribution_id=sl:2123726c-c176-4e26-9fb1-7929d28f65f2&lang=en_US&ts=1753126205&utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&utm_content=amp13_t1-amp14_t2&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link&v=amp14_t2MA%20Rundown%20Segments%2020250812.xlsx%20.%20Excel%20.%20Reading%20View%20.%202%20worksheets%20.%20Current%20worksheet%20is%20Segments%20.%20Press%20Alt%20Shift%20A%20for%20accessibility%20help%20. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oqoozPw5tgM
8/12/25 7am CT Hour - Monsignor Stuart Swetland/ William Albrecht John, Glen and Sarah chat about President Trump trying to control crime in Washington DC, upcoming Trump and Putin peace talks and vinyl records. Monsignor talks sports and Scottie Scheffler. He says we need to have the right perspective of how much weight we should give performance over effort, perseverance and value as child of God. William breaks down who John Henry Newman was (modern day Augustine) and his contribution to the Church that Led Pope Leo to recognize him soon as the 38th Doctor of the Church.
8/11/25 6am CT Hour - Emily Jaminet/ Fr. John Gordon John, Glen and Sarah chat about Glen's vacation, VP Vance on peace talks over Russia/Ukraine, Mayor of DC working with Trump to patrol crime, First Female Ump in MLB, and Mystery Music Monday. Emily give 5 simple tips to honor Mary through the Assumption in August. Fr. Gordon shares how we can find hope even through the heartache, sufferings and bad news headlines of today's world.
8/11/25 7am CT Hour - Marcellino D'Ambrosio/ Scott Anthony John, Glen and Sarh chat about Glen's vacation, VP Vace on peace talks over Russia/Ukraine, Mayor of DC working with Trump to patrol crime, First Femle Ump in MLB, and Mystery Music Monday. Marcellino shares the compelling new film about Maximilian Kolbe and his final days in the starvation bunker of Auschwitz. https://www.triumphoftheheart.com/ Scott explains how the Apostolate of Family Consecration was founded and how family consecration is the key to growing in holiness through family life. https://afc.org/?srsltid=AfmBOooHJNasuRzC-xGcZk7yD0kh0J7F9pQV7HcTSIPLhKhbC5KI2ySI
08/08/25 6am CT Hour - Todd Zimmerman/Bishop Mueggenborg John and Sarah chat about St. Dominic, Gaza, talk of Trump meeting with Putin, Governor Abbot on Texas Democrats, baseball, football, and National Custard Day. Todd discusses his transition from the secular world to children's book, coloring book and school programs that bring Jesus's story to life. https://ckcmedia.com/ Bishop Mueggenborg gives us a look ahead to Sunday's Gospel.
08/08/25 7am CT Hour - Fr. James Kubicki/Carol and Pete Tomaselli John and Sarah chat about St. Dominic, Gaza, talk of Trump meeting with Putin, baseball, football and National Custard Day Fr. Kubicki reflects on the life of St. Dominic on his feast day. Carol and Pete give tips on how to have the marriage you want with the spouse that you have. Hint - it involves looking in the mirror.
08/07/25 6am CT Hour - Marge Fenelon/Fr. Brice Higginbotham John and Sarah chat about Pope Leo's words for KOC and his popularity in a recent Gallup poll, Trump's meeting with Putin and play "What's That Sound." Marge shares what the world’s most powerful woman teaches us about trust. Fr. Brice explains why we use candles and incense at Church. There is actually good reasons for it.
08/07/25 7am CT Hour - Bishop Edward Scharfenberger/Dr. Jim Schroeder John and Sarah chat about Pope Leo's words for KOC and his popularity in a recent Gallup poll, Trump's meeting with Putin and play "What's That Sound." Bishop Scharfenberger reflects on how the Incarnation gives us permission to be human. Yes it's okay to be human. Dr. Schroeder shares the good news that annoyances can help us grow in holiness.