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The Drew Mariani Show™ tackles the hottest news and issues of the day through the lens of our Catholic Faith. Host Drew Mariani keeps listeners up-to-date with news from the Church and around the world, and prays the Chaplet of Divine Mercy LIVE every weekday

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    • Jun 2, 2026 LATEST EPISODE
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    4.7 from 163 ratings Listeners of The Drew Mariani Show that love the show mention: divine mercy, love drew, current events, politics, radio, daily, show, topics, best, thanks, great.


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    The Drew Mariani Show is an outstanding podcast that covers a wide range of topics including politics, culture, church, and life. As someone who is not Catholic but devoutly Anglican, I have found this show to be incredibly engaging and enlightening. What sets this podcast apart from others is the exceptional lineup of guests that Drew brings on to discuss various subjects. Whether it's experts in their respective fields or individuals with unique perspectives, the guests always provide insightful and thought-provoking discussions.

    One of my favorite aspects of The Drew Mariani Show is the daily inclusion of the Chaplet of Divine Mercy. It has become a cherished part of my day to tune in after work, get in my car, and pray along with Drew as he leads us through this beautiful prayer. It adds a spiritual dimension to the show that makes it even more meaningful and uplifting.

    Another reason why I love this podcast is its diverse range of topics. From faith and politics to current events, health, human dignity, and more, there is something for everyone on this show. The fast-paced nature of the discussions keeps things interesting as multiple topics are covered within each episode. Additionally, Drew's respectful treatment of callers regardless of their beliefs further enhances the inclusivity and welcoming atmosphere of the show.

    While it may be difficult to find any major flaws in The Drew Mariani Show podcast, one minor criticism could be that some episodes may feel rushed due to the wide variety of topics covered. However, this can also be seen as a strength as it allows for a greater breadth and depth of discussions within each episode.

    In conclusion, The Drew Mariani Show is without a doubt one of the best topic-of-the-day podcasts available on Catholic radio. With its outstanding selection of guests, diverse range of topics, incorporation of spiritual elements like the Chaplet of Divine Mercy prayer, and respect for all callers regardless of their beliefs, it truly stands out from other podcasts. I highly recommend tuning in to experience the insightful and informative discussions that this show has to offer. Thank you, Drew, for providing such a valuable and engaging podcast.



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    Data Centers and Moral Implications of AI

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 51:13


    Hour 1 for 6/2/26 Drew welcomes Taylor Black from Microsoft and the Catholic University of America joins Drew to discuss AI data center questions (3:34). Topics: water concerns (7:48), dark energy (10:03), energy crisis (13:09), jobs (14:29), Pope Leo (17:05), air quality (20:40), how AI helps with contracts (21:48), where AI systems are (25:18). Then, Dr. Donald Bungum from University of Mary discusses the morality of AI (36:14). Topics: AI and survivalist instinct (38:37) and why AI behaves the way it does (42:23), and violence (48:11). Links: https://leonum.catholic.edu/ CometoMary.Life

    Chaplet of Divine Mercy and Marian Pilgrimage

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 51:12


    Hour 2 for 6/2/26 Drew and Elizabeth pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, His Eminence Cardinal Burke joins Drew about his Five Years of Mary campaign (27:40) and Marian Dogmas (42:22). Link: https://guadalupeshrine.org/

    Rediscovering America: The Cold War

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 50:56


    Hour 3 for 6/2/26 Drew and Dr. Susan Hanssen discuss the Cold War and the evils of communism (3:15). Topics: talking to young people about history (13:16), El Salvador (21:50), teaching at a public university (29:38), communism vs. fascism (33:55), end of the Cold War (38:53), and Albania (45:19). Link: Relevantradio.com/Udallas

    Faith, Politics, and Unlikely Coalitions

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 51:12


    Hour 1 for 6/1/26 Drew welcomes Dr. Ken Craycraft to discuss his piece on the Blessed Virgin and political life (2:01). Topics: how Our Lady responds (7:53), and mixing politics and religion (12:38). Then, Charles Hilu from The Dispatch joins Drew to discuss his recent feature about a coalition of pro-lifers and progressives opposing assisted suicide (30:46). Topics: finding common ground (34:53), the uphill battle pro-lifers face (38:30), lessons from other countries (42:53), and one caller who wants legalized assisted suicide (47:42). Links: Dr. Craycraft's Piece https://x.com/krcraycraft Charles' Feature x.com/charleshilu73

    Chaplet of Divine Mercy and Sacred Heart of Jesus

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 51:11


    Hour 2 for 6/1/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Drew welcomes Fr. Joe Laramie, SJ discusses devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus (27:15). Topics: history of the Sacred Heart (32:20), types of devotion (37:25), promises (40:20), and consecration (44:10). Link: joelaramiesj.com

    Is Cancer a Parasite?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2026 51:12


    Hour 3 for 6/1/26 Drew welcomes Dr. William Supple, PhD to discuss his book Cancer is a Parasite (1:00). Topics: if taking Fenbendazole can be preventative (21:35), Parkinson's (31:40), myeloma (36:27), Ivermectin (37:10), Fenbendazole (41:19), and HPV (45:14). Link: Cancer is a Parasite Book

    Fr. Rocky on Pope Leo's Encyclical and Fr. Scott-Vincent Borba's Story

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 51:14


    Hour 3 for 5/29/26 Drew, Fr. Rocky, and Preston Allex discuss the Holy Father's new encyclical on A.I. (1:00). Then, Drew welcomes (now-Father) Scott-Vincent Borba to discuss his life as a multimillionaire cosmetics founder (25:01) to Catholic priest (39:18). Links: Pope Leo's Encyclical Relevant Radio's Encyclical Overview

    AI, Hollywood, and Leadership Lessons from Pope Leo

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 51:12


    Hour 1 from 5/29/26 Drew is welcomes Jim Hirsen to discuss how Hollywood will respond to AI tech (13:48). Call: how AI has changed the law profession (17:55). Then, Harry Kraemer joins Drew to discuss his recent article in Forbes about Pope Leo's AI leadership lessons (28:53). Topics: job replacement (34:39) and AGI (41:24). Links: Jameshirsen.com x.com/thejimjams Harry Kraemer's Article on Pope Leo

    Chaplet of Divine Mercy and Most Important Tech in History

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2026 51:14


    Hour 2 for 5/29/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Drew asks the audience what the most important technology in human history is (28:02). Calls: indoor plumbing (31:16), antibiotics (32:31), radio & airplane (33:56), fire (35:54), weapons (43:29), the university (45:04), printing press (46:04), and glass (48:32). Link: https://relevantradio.com/2026/05/ai-and-ages-of-disruption/

    Eucharistic PIlgrimage and Are UFOs Deceptions?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 51:12


    Hour 1 for 5/28/26 Drew and Zach Dotson discuss the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage (4:55). Then, Daniel O'Connor joins Drew to discuss UAPs and if there are demonic (19:54). Topics: are UFOs spiritual? (23:05), discernment (27:46), the problem of trust (42:11), more on discernment (47:04), and The Blessed Mother (48:52). Links: Daniel's Book National Eucharistic Pilgrimage

    Chaplet of Divine Mercy and Finding Healing Through Faith

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 51:13


    Hour 2 for 5/28/26 Drew and Elizabeth pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Matt Lozano from Unbound Ministry (27:43). Topics/calls: sin and sickness (39:35), Unbound Ministry (41:51), caller - I love this ministry! (46:40), and illness and support groups (47:57). Link: https://relevantradio.com/2025/11/china-buying-property-and-miracles-with-dr-marc-siegel/ https://heartofthefather.com/about-us/our-team/member-detail/1660298/

    The Dangers of Yoga

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 51:11


    Hour 3 for 5/28/26 Drew and Linda Carl discuss the dangers of Yoga and her new book Yoga Unveiled (1:00). Topics: Linda's story (5:25), should I rebrand Yoga at my studio? (8:02), Reiki (16:56), my gym practices yoga (20:45), I don't get the animosity (22:35), I used to practice Reiki (27:54), I am a Pietra fitness instructor (30:22), Tai-Chi (33:20), Yoga Mats (37:16), Insurance and Reiki (42:06), and I never had issues with Yoga (45:58). Links: https://sophiainstitute.com/product/yoga-unveiled/?srsltid=AfmBOorf2BfH1kvRt_U6vZWIMNsrFemYXwTSbncCbi38pUJScfg6z7A_ https://www.usccb.org/resources/evaluation-guidelines-finaltext-2009-03_0.pdf

    Has Patriotism Declined in America?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 51:13


    Hour 1 for 5/27/26 Drew and Andrei Illaionov from the Center for Security Policy joins Drew to discuss what Putin might do next in Ukraine (6:39). Then, Msgr. Stuart Swetland discusses the virtue of patriotism (21:48). Topics: decline in patriotism (28:39), patriotism in schools (33:11), protest (42:23), trusting leaders (44:29), and the breakdown of the family (48:06). Link: https://www.ncregister.com/author/msgr-stuart-swetland

    Chaplet of Divine Mercy and Consumer Economic Sentiment

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 51:13


    Hour 2 for 5/27/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, E.J. Anotni discusses the war in Iran and price shocks at the pump (28:16). Callers: financial struggles (43:17), living in California (46:17), and freedom/Iran (48:57). Links: https://www.heritage.org/staff/ej-antoni-phd https://x.com/RealEJAntoni

    All Things Angels

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 51:12


    Hour 3 for 5/27/26 Drew and Jason Gale from Tan Books discuss Angels and a re-published classic book Devotion to the Nine Choirs of Holy Angels (5:56). Topics: choirs of angels (9:01), spiritual warfare (33:09), angel spoke to my granddaughter (35:51), angels and technology (44:27), and angels helped me when there was a fire (47:17). Link: Devotion to the Nine Choirs of Holy Angels

    Fr. Rocky on Pope Leo's New Encyclical

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 51:12


    Hour 1 for 5/26/26 Drew, Fr. Rocky, and Preston Allex discuss AI and the Holy Father's new encyclical. Topics AI hallucination (15:58), manipulation (19:49), and water shortage (27:50). Then, Ambassador Joseph Cella covers the latest in Iran (38:22). Link: Pope's New Encyclical Overview of Encyclical on Relevant Radio

    Chaplet of Divine Mercy and Pope Leo's New Encyclical with Dr. Vukov

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 51:13


    Hour 2 for 5/26/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Loyola University's Dr. Joseph Vukov joins Drew to discuss Pope Leo's new encyclical (25:47). Topics: what we build (28:49), corruption (35:50), AI and arrogance (44:29), and governance and transparency (48:46). Link: https://www.luc.edu/catholicstudies/affiliatefaculty/profiles/joevukov.shtml Pope's New Encyclical Overview of Encyclical on Relevant Radio

    Ethical Concerns of AI

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 51:12


    Hour 3 for 5/26/26 Drew and Dr. Fernanda Psihas discuss the ethical concerns of AI and the Pope's new encyclical (4:26). Topics: dignity of the human person (10:12), the Church's teaching (11:53), consciousness (16:17), what's the biggest risk (22:55), disruptions (24:36), training in the faith (28:37), manipulation (29:52), AI and education (32:54), importance of the soul (36:54), discernment (42:26), data centers (44:53), being human (48:08), and fertility (49:35). Links: https://snas.franciscan.edu/faculty/psihas-fernanda/ Pope's New Encyclical Overview of Encyclical on Relevant Radio

    DNC Autopsy Report & St. Rita of Cascia

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 51:13


    Hour 1 for 5/22/26 Drew and Ed Morrissey from HotAir.com discuss the recent DNC Autopsy report about the 2024 election (3:23). Topics: midterm election (17:55), and mayoral race in LA (22:55). Then, Augustinian priest Fr. Tom McCarthy discusses the life of St. Rita of Cascia (30:05), and her stigmata (39:24). Calls: my grandma's healing (41:46) and cancer healing (48:08). Link: http://stritashrinechicago.com/ hotair.com x.com/edmorrissey

    Chaplet of Divine Mercy and Finding God in the Operating Room

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 51:13


    Hour 2 for 5/22/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Dr. Robert Collins discusses finding God's grace in the operating room (27:42), stories from his patients (37:43), and bringing Christ to the hospital (43:24). Link: You Visited Me

    The Bear Market and The Holy Spirit

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 51:12


    Hour 3 for 5/22/26 Drew and Peter Grandich discuss why Peter is bearish on the current market (1:00). Calls: fraud (13:50) and taking a conservative approach to spending (22:19). Then, Drew revisits a conversation with Fr. Richard Simon about the Holy Spirit (27:51) and how the Holy Spirit has changed Fr.'s life (43:16). Callers share their stories. Link: https://petergrandich.com/ https://x.com/petergrandich

    What Next in Cuba & Rise in Antisemitism

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 51:12


    Hour 1 for 5/21/26 Drew and Marcell Felipe discuss what is next for the Cuban government (4:29) and Cuban Catholic history (8:09). Calls: former tour guide in Cuba (14:02), father left before the Revolution (25:14). Then, Dr. Paul Kengor joins Drew to discuss a Democratic candidate for congress from Texas who calls for jailing 'American Zionists.' Topics: Zionism (39:18), Jewish history (43:43), and cultural adaptation (47:36). Links: TheCuban.org https://spectator.org/why-does-donald-trump-squash-conservative-republicans/

    Catholic Social Teaching and Meeting Pope Leo

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 51:13


    Hour 3 for 5/21/26 Drew and Dr. Gabriel X. Martinez discuss a new free course from Ave Maria University on Catholic Social Teaching and Economics (1:29). Then, Relevant Radio's General Counsel, Rick Gordon, joins Drew to discuss his recent meeting with Pope Leo (29:21), and his work with the Vatican Observatory (45:24). Links: https://www.thepursuitofwisdom.org/ https://www.vaticanobservatory.org/ https://www.vatican.va/content/leo-xiv/en/speeches/2026/may/documents/20260511-vof.html

    Chaplet of Divine Mercy and Saving Catholic Education

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 51:12


    Hour 2 for 5/21/26 Drew and Elizabeth pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, former Congressman Dan Lipinski discusses the importance of Catholic higher education (27:59). Topics: investing in Catholic education (41:46), public universities (45:02), and mission drift (48:02). Link: https://www.pillarcatholic.com/p/save-our-catholic-colleges Follow Congressman Lipinski on X

    Should Parents Be Held Responsible for Their Teens' Actions?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 51:12


    Hour 1 for 5/20/26 Drew and Dr. Bob Tiballi discuss the summer tick season (3:48), prevention (11:35), and the rise in Ebola cases (13:07). Then, Dr. Chuck Nemeth discusses if parents should be responsible for their kids' bad behavior (20:35). Topics: religious foundation (33:52), Brandon Johnson (36:21), fatherless society (41:51), challenge of raising kids (43:51), and inner city high school teacher's perspective (46:24). Link: https://spp.franciscan.edu/faculty/nemeth-dr-charles/

    Chaplet of Divine Mercy & Is American Society Salvagable?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 51:12


    Hour 2 for 5/20/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Dr. Anne Hendershott discuses if American society is in hopeless decline? (30:23). Topics: removal of God in society (33:54), Sacred Heart Consecration (42:59), there's a lot of Good, too (44:19), 10 Commandments (47:36), and remaining anonymous (49:27). Link: https://shss.franciscan.edu/faculty/hendershott-anne/

    Retirement 101 with Tony Minopoli

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 51:13


    Hour 3 for 5/20/26 Drew and Tony Minopoli from Innovative Asset Advisors discuss retirement, saving, and insurance (5:38). Topics: planning (16:15), life insurance (22:50), what should I do with my money (28:45), annuities (31:35), how much do you need for retirement (36:18), middle class retirement (43:46), having hobbies (49:14). Link: https://www.innovativeaag.com/

    The Vatican, Iran, and Pope Leo's New Encyclical

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 51:13


    Hour 1 for 5/19/26 Drew and Ambassador Joseph Cella discuss the Vatican's long game with Iran (1:00). Then, Cody Moser from the Colorado River Basin Forecast Center discusses the dire state of the river (17:32). Finally, Msgr. James Shea covers Pope Leo's new encyclical (30:46), and his recent address to CUA (41:50). Links: https://t.co/tL6bDmS4dc https://www.cbrfc.noaa.gov/lmap/lmap.php

    Chaplet of Divine Mercy and Catholic Mental Health

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 51:13


    Hour 2 for 5/19/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Daniel Roberson joins Drew to discuss the Catholic Church's approach to mental health (28:11), the role of the sacraments (43:59), anxiety (45:19), and emotional regulation (47:33). Link: https://catholicpsychotherapy.org/

    Rediscovering America: Civil Rights & Catholics in Political Life

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2026 51:13


    Hour 3 for 5/19/26 Drew and Dr. Susan Hanssen discuss the post-WWIII Civil Rights Movement (1:00). Then, CatholicVote CEO Kelsey Reinhart discusses her recent commencement address (28:59), Catholics in Civic live, and engagement in the political process (43:45). Link: https://lp.catholicvote.org/America250

    What's Next in China, Iran, and Cuba?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2026 51:12


    Hour 1 for 5/18/26 Drew spoke with China expert Steven Mosher about Trump's recent visit to the country (6:50). Topics: rare earth minerals (13:17), China's population (16:15), and religious freedom (17:55). Then, Steve Bucci from Heritage discusses the war in Iran and the future of US-Cuba relations (31:53), and what's preventing a deal in Iran (37:59). One caller shares her concern about the war in Iran (44:33). Links: Pop.org Heritage.org

    Chaplet of Divine Mercy and Anti-Depressant Withdrawls

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2026 51:14


    Hour 2 for 5/18/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Josef Witt-Doerring, MD joins Drew to discuss SSRI withdrawal (28:06). Topics: why these drugs are prescribed so often (31:21), side effects (37:39), dealing with depression (41:24), overdosing (46:36), and OCD (48:34). Link: taperclinic.com https://www.youtube.com/@taperclinic

    Pope Leo and Immigration

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2026 51:13


    Hour 3 for 5/18/26 Drew and Dr. Paul Kengor discuss Pope Leo's recent comments on immigration (1:00). Topics: corruption in third world countries (20:02), sorting out illegal immigration (26:21), term limits (31:28), border controls (34:57), sponsoring families (40:16), running for office (42:45), getting rich (44:05), and picking candidates (45:27). Link: https://spectator.org/pope-leo-xiv-on-immigration-order-dignity-and-misconception/

    Triple Match Hour

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 53:36


    Hour 1 for 5/14/26 Drew and Brooke (live-in studio) pitch an amazing Triple Match Challenge Hour!

    Chaplet of Divine Mercy and Near-Death Testimony

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 53:47


    Hour 2 for 5/14/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Bruce Freeman joins Drew to discuss his near-death testimony which happened as a result of heart surgery (27:43). Then, Drew discusses what heaven is like (44:05).

    What is Heaven Like?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 53:45


    Hour 3 for 5/14/26 Drew and Msgr. Charles Pope discuss what the afterlife is nice! (1:00). Topics: what heaven is actually like (5:46), if there are pets in heaven (17:46), resurrected bodies (28:43), if there are kids in heaven (42:00), and I lost my husband; how do I process that? (44:56). Link: https://spiritualdirection.com/2026/05/01/what-will-our-resurrected-bodies-be-like-2

    Our Lady of Fatima

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2026 53:45


    Hour 1 for 5/13/26 Drew welcomes Barb Ernster and Patrick Sabat in Studio to discuss the Feast of Our Lady of Fatima (1:00). Topics: importance of May 13 (18:27), the Rosary (22:22), the Pilgrim Statue of Our Lady (27:57), and Mary's Intercession (43:47). Link: bluearmy.com

    Chaplet of Divine Mercy and the Power of Sacramentals

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2026 53:45


    Hour 2 for 5/13/26 Drew and Maribeth pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Father Paul Desmarais covers the importance of Sacramentals (32:04), haunted house (42:30), Palm Sunday sacramentals (44:56), and my saved marriage (47:00).

    Praying for Wayward Relatives

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2026 53:45


    Hour 3 for 5/13/26 Drew spoke about the power of conversions (1:00). Then, Fr. Robert Ryan discusses how help wayward family members return to the faith (18:36). Calls: what if family doesn't want to hear (20:16), guilt vs. shame (30:08), daughter living with fiancé (32:234), and if prayer is enough (41:30).

    Catholic England and Marco Rubio Words on American Catholicism

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 53:46


    Hour 1 for 5/12/26 Drew and Dr. Gavin Ashenden discuss Catholic England (3:58) and Fr. Rocky's upcoming pilgrimage to England and Ireland (17:20). Then, Dr. Susan Hanssen discusses Catholic contributions to the United States (27:50), and the importance of Catholic contributions today (43:59). Link: Relevantradio.com/UDallas https://drgavinashenden.substack.com/

    Chaplet and Pilgrimage with Fr. Rocky!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 53:45


    Hour 2 for 5/12/26 Drew and Elizabeth pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Fr. Rocky stops by to discuss his upcoming Pilgrimage to Ireland and the UK (28:19). https://relevantradio.com/support/give-now/

    A Special Triple Match Hour

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 53:45


    Hour 3 for 5/12/26 Drew and Brooke pitch a record setting triple match! (1:00). If you would like to donate to our pledge drive, click here.

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