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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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.

Hour 1 for 10/1/26 Drew and Stephen Moore discuss Russian threats to Ukraine (3:28) and their persecution of Christians (11:22). Then, Dr. Ken Craycraft discusses Tennessee's botched execution (15:03). Finally, Maureen O'Riodran covers the heroic life of Saint Thérèse of Lisieux (29:46) and her Little Way of trust and love (39:45). LInks: Ukraine Freedom Project No Priests Left Movie Follow Dr. Craycraft on X Maureen O'Riordan - Thérèse of Lisieux

Hour 2 for 10/1/26 Drew and Annie pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Drew opens the phones to discuss beautiful St. Therese stories (28:04). Stories: cancer healing (30:56), surgery (32:58), roses and my wife (36:03), my son went back to mass (41:05), 7th graders and roses (43:45), miscarriage and pregnancy (46:27), rose from a person with Down Syndrome (48:26), and discernment (49:34).

Hour 3 for 10/1/26 Drew and Dr. Paul Kengor discuss the rising support for socialism in the United States (4:30). Topics/Calls: social democrats (15:29), reading history (17:05), papal writings (25:49), voting your way into socialism (30:57), why Communism doesn't work (36:06), strange bedfellows (42:12), Sweden isn't socialist (45:16), and reaching the youth (47:16). Link: American Spectator

Hour 1 for 9/30/26 Drew and Michael New cover the 50th anniversary of the Hyde Amendment and how many lives it has saved (15:56). Then, Ruth Foreman joins Drew to discuss the importance of rough and tumble play (29:22) for kids. Topic/calls: why play is so important (34:27), I wrestle with my kids (41:03), rambunctious kids (44:15), my grandson loves playing (46:40), I got a fractured ankle (47:26), and knowing when to stop (49:24). Link: Michael New on X

Hour 2 for 9/30/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Drew and Dr. Jay Richards discuss how to reverse the chronic disease epidemic (28:18), the problems with sugar in our diet (36:30), and the importance of the gut biome (43:24). Link: Dr. Jay Richards

Hour 3 for 9/30/26 Drew and Preston Allex discuss Relevant Radio's free will platform Catholic Legacy (1:07). Calls: donating to Relevant Radio (15:33), trust and wills (18:06), Bible passages (20:11), children with disabilities (25:13), keeping my trust (28:24), having a mass (31:21), Trappist caskets (35:26), having a funeral without a body (39:14), will and trust (42:41), firefighter (44:32), and the need for a will (47:36). Link: Catholic Legacy

Hour 1 for 9/29/26 Drew and Loretta Froelich cover the recent comments from Michael P. Desronvil, the holdout juror and what's next for the case (12:15). Callers shared their thoughts (15:24), this is hearsay (19:31), the importance of remembering the children (27:42), holdout is persecuted (30:51), and the judge's perspective (32:47). Then, Fr. Paul Sullins discusses data showing a correlation between education and religious attendance (38:17) and another report showing the strength of Catholic marriage (45:39). Link: Ruth Institute

Hour 2 for 9/29/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Drew shares St. Faustina's angel encounters (28:04) and takes caller angel stories (33:10): Wayne's story (36:31), angel car guide (42:23), angel saved me from losing teeth (43:47), angel saved me during breakup (46:08), and angel story when I was 15 (47:44).

Hour 3 for 9/29/26 Drew and Msgr. Bransfield discuss the angels of the feast of the Guardian Angels (4:43). Callers asked a wide range of questions including: what happens after we die (8:20), who our angel is (11:32), naming angels (12:56), Lucifer (15:36), mortal sin (23:36), do angels envy us? (25:57), talking to angels (28:14), calling angels saints (34:18), atheists (35:25), hearing our thoughts (36:30), if Jesus had a guardian angel (41:23), archangels (44:35), and if angels have souls (46:18). Links: Msgr.'s Book on Angels Devotion to the Holy Angels - Sophia Institute Press

Hour 1 for 9/28/26 Drew and Dr. Tiballi discuss the power and beauty of Bl. Fulton Sheen's beatification (5:55). Callers: it was an incredible event (13:53), I felt joy that day (15:55), it was really beautiful (17:55), and I felt my joy was contagious that day (22:51). Then, realtor Wendy Wilmowski discusses the rising mortgage rates (27:29). Topics: renting vs. buying (38:23), sellers making concessions (42:54), and adjustable rate mortgage (45:37). Link: Wendy's Website

Hour 2 for 9/28/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Anthony Di Mauro of the Relic Project discusses relics and the Holy Tunic (28:24), authenticating relics (35:54), and proper veneration (43:43). Link: The Relic Project

Hour 3 for 9/28/26 Drew and James Hirsen discuss profanity on broadcast television, if the FCC has outlived its usefulness and the debasing of our language (1:00). Callers: cursing shows weak mind (11:52) and swearing in the classroom (18:56). Then, Mike Hernon discusses the importance of family dinner (28:23). Topics: dinner & mental health (34:55), new great depression (37:54), fighting through meals (42:24), whole family ate together (44:41), and my dad recorded our family laughing at the table (49:01). Links: James Hirsen's Website Messy Family Proejct

Hour 1 for 9/25/26 Drew revisits his conversation with Travis Engstrom, whose son was healed through Bl. Fulton Sheen's intercession (1:30), then he discusses the beatification mass with Msgr. Jason Gray (9:50). Finally, he discusses the life of Sheen with Dr. Matthew Bunson. Then, he invites Anthony Jay, PhD to discuss the problems with plastics and heart attacks (29:09). Topics: how plaque happens (38:15), taking statins (40:25), calcium cat scan (42:11), plastics are everywhere (43:49), triglycerides (46:11), and lypo protein A (48:16). Link: Dr. Anthony Jay's Book

Hour 2 for 9/25/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Fr. Paul Sullins discusses why so many Americans are unhappy (26:11), challenges to happiness (42:24), and growing up without money (45:56). Link: https://ruthinstitute.org/ Original Air Dates: Chaplet - 9/25/26 Fr. Sullins - 5/4/26

Hour 3 for 9/25/26 Drew is joined by Dr. Linda Couri for a wide-ranging conversation about The Anxious Generation (3:23) Topics include depression (5:27), smartphones and boredom (9:23), addiction to social media (15:51), disconnecting (17:24), affect on girls (20:33), parents setting example (33:13), overprotective parents (43:14), anxiety medication (46:12) Resources: https://www.anxiousgeneration.com/book Original Air Date: 8/27/26

Hou 1 for 9/23/26 Drew and Steve Mosher discuss the stakes at the Trump-XI Summit (3:55), AI Dominance (15:55), and the state of the Church in China (18:55). Then, Vera Marie Caladndra shares her powerful healing story about Padre Pio (28:15), and the importance of Padre Pio's obedience (41:22). Links: Steve's Webiste Padre Pio Shrine

Hour 2 for 9/23/26 Drew and Helen pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Drew revisits his conversation with Travis Engstrom, whose son was healed through the intercession of Fulton Sheen (27:33). Then, listeners shared their stories of miracles and Sheen: my son returned to confession (42:29), miscarriage miracle (43:37), and meeting Sheen in my teen years (48:49).

Hour 3 for 9/23/26 Drew and Dr. Paul Kengor discuss the miracle that led to Ven. Fulton Sheen's Beatification (7:19), one caller's great-grandma's experience with Sheen (23:48), Sheen's warning about Communism (28:37), and his role in Bella Dodd's conversion (31:36), and the latest with Iran, AI, and Trump (39:44). Links: Fulton Sheen Miracle Story Devil and Bella Dodd

Hour 1 for 9/22/26 Drew and Stefano Gennarini, the Vice President for Legal Studies at the Center for Family and Human Rights joins Drew to discuss President Trump's speech to the UN (7:53) and his comments on Iran (23:10). One caller shared his frustration with Trump's comments (23:10). Then, Dr. Susan Hanssesn discussed the Cold War religious revival (27:43) and the contributions of the greatest generation (39:59). Links: Stefano Gennarini at C-Fam

Hour 2 for 9/22/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Drew and Dr. Rick Froyd discuss the importance of Catholic therapy (27:17), spiritual direction (43:12), and the wisdom of Aquinas and the Desert Fathers (47:48). Link: Dr. Froyd's article

Hour 3 for 9/22/26 Drew and Deacon Joseph R. Ferrari, Ph.D. discuss procrastination and how to overcome it! (3:32). Topics: procrastination myths (15:03), mental blocks (18:33), ADHD (28:19), roof work procrastination (33:49), 'procrastination is my motivation' (35:21), admitting mistakes (40:00), and organization (43:47). Link: Deacon Joe Ferrari Deacon Joe's Book

Hour 1 for 9/21/26 Drew and Ambassador Joseph Cella break down Trump's security deal with Greenland, and the next phase with the war with Iran (1:00). Then, Terry Mattingly discusses the White House press bans (25:50), and media outlets committed to audience capture rather than good journalism. Finally, Dr. Jeff Gardner discusses the obligations of those who receive healthcare funded by the government (39:23). Links: Terry's Websites Dr. Jeff Gardner

Hour 3 for 9/21/26 Drew and Professor Antônio Lemos discuss the Church's teaching on migration for National Migration Week (1:06), and the state's duty to control its borders (6:25). Callers: I support legal immigration (12:08), my immigration story (18:49), and I'm an immigrant in favor of Trump's polices (22:48). Then, Nick Freitas discusses his new documentary about the state of UK after its mass migration (31:53). Other topics: crime (41:22), having a better life (44:23), and migration vs. immigration (47:24). Link: Antônio Lemos at Notre Dame Follow Nick on X

Hour 2 for 9/21/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Drew discussed Fr. Brent Bowman's recent Eucharistic encounter during consecration that went viral online (28:39). One caller was at the Mass and shared her experience (31:26). Another said her kids were at the Mass (40:23). Two others shared their experiences (47:02) of the Holy Eucharist (48:11). Link: Fr. Brent Bowman's Experience

Hour 1 for 9/18/26 Drew and Dr. Diana Pasulka discuss her new book: The Others: UFOs, AI, and the Secret Forces Guiding Human Destiny (1:00). Topics: UFO disclosure - why now (5:25), Peter Thiel (14:01), mimetic desire (20:55), replacing religion with aliens (28:25), Neuralink (33:00), and sighting at Luke Air Force Base (42:21). Links: The Others: UFOs, AI, and the Secret Forces Guiding Human Destiny https://dwpasulka.com/ Original Air Date: 8/14/26

Hour 2 for 9/18/26 Drew and Helen pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Drew and Bishop Thomas John Paprocki cover the new funeral guidelines for the Springfield Diocese and what the Church envisions for a Catholic funeral (27:24). Topics/callers: why these aren't new rules (34:46), spreading ashes at Disney (36:45), cremation (39:14), corruption of colleges and universities (42:24), and the cost of funerals (46:17). Original Air Dates: 9/18/24 & 7/29/26

Hour 3 for 9/18/26 Drew and Dr. Sean O'Mara discuss a recent WSJ Article about the diet sweeping the White House (3:02). Topics/Calls: Gall bladder removal (12:22), eating with friends (15:13), removing wrinkles (17:55), healthy fats (28:36), how ferments have changed me (32:53), fermented foods and gastritis (43:09), getting rid of visceral fat (45:50), and protein bars (47:22). Links: https://drseanomara.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXSU6RrQk5er2YeFCjN4OHw https://x.com/drseanomara Original Air Date: Hour 3 for 6/30/26

Hour 1 for 9/17/26 Drew and Terry Beatley discuss her encounters with famed abortionist turned Christian and her Mercy 4 Life initiative (10:42). Then, Professor Teresa Collett from the University of St. Thomas discusses a troubling story about a Massachusetts couple who had their daughter who wanted to transition taken away (31:41), how we got here (35:00), and contraception in schools (41:29). Link: Terry's Website St. Thomas Pro-Life Website

Hour 2 for 9/17/26 Drew and Helen pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Drew revisits his conversation with Fr. Patrick Whittle, TOR about the saints who bore the stigmata including St. Francis (28:16) and St. Paul (43:29).

Hour 3 for 9/17/26 Drew and Dr. Teresa Farnan break down the recent controversy surrounding a recent sports betting ad (5:55), and discuss women in sports (11:47), the FCC (13:58), defining womanhood (19:47), and Hugh Heffner (23:21). Then, Jordan Davidson covers kratom beverages and their dangers (33:44). Callers: detoxing (41:23) and how kratom helps one listener (43:46). Links: Dr. Teresa Farnan Jordan Davidson's Group

Hour 1 for 9/16/26 Drew and Chris Temple cover the Federal Reserve which just voted to raise rates (4:51), the recent BRICS meeting (14:32), and the future of the dollar (19:02). Then, Erica Sanzi discusses the drop in US test scores (27:56). Topics: attention spans (33:56), the quality of teachers (36:22), Latino test scores (42:58), and grade inflation (48:18). Link: The National Investor Erica Sanzi's Site

Hour 2 for 9/16/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Lauretta Froelich covers the jury fallout from the Lindsay Clancy trial (28:14), if juries should speak after trials (42:23), the hold-out juror (44:47), and how the played up emotions (48:08).

Hour 3 for 9/16/26 Drew and Sal Albanese discuss the corrosive influence of big money in politics (1:28), the amount of money spent in the midterms (13:40), public financing (16:23), and capping donations (22:19). Then, Tim Graham from NewsBusters discusses the media bias in election coverage (28:24), Lindsay Clancy bias (43:24) and bias in local reporting (47:15). Links: mrcNewsBusters Make the Voters the Donors

Hour 3 for 9/15/26 Drew shares the story of Our Lady of Kibeho (00:10) and how he witnessed the last apparition of Our Lady to the people of Rwanda. Also, Kirk Doran of the Notre Dame economics department joins Drew (27:55) to discuss the recent number of men declining in the job market. (41:42) Links: https://www.immaculee.com/collections/books

Hour 2 for 9/15/26 Drew and Helen pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Dr. Mark Miravalle joins Drew (32:23) to discuss the 7 sorrows of our Lady. (41:28)

Hour 1 for 9/15/26 Drew discusses the latest news in AI and the many people calling for a slowdown in development due to safety concerns (5:10). Msgr. Shea joins Drew (29:55) for a discussion on recent numbers of growing OCIA growth on college campuses and what could be leading this change. (40:28)

Hour 1 for 9/14/26 Drew and Dr. Gavin Ashenden discuss the connection between witchcraft and the Lindsay Clancy trial (2:23), the abortive mentality (8:46), driving division (13:01), growing concern over Clancy supporters (18:57), and the feminist movement (20:58). Then, Veronique De Rugy discusses Canada's pivot to the EU (29:56). Topics: ruptured relations with the US (41:01), supporting Trump's moves (42:17), the problems with tariffs (47:08), and Canada's sovereignty (49:45). Links: Dr. Ashenden's writing Follow Veronique on X

Hour 2 for 9/14/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Drew discusses the history of the Chaplet (28:26) and invites listeners to share their Chaplet experiences: mother in law introduced me (41:29), I pray every day (45:33), helping a stranger (47:46), and praying the Chaplet while my son died (49:35).

Hour 3 for 9/14/26 Drew and Noelle Merring discuss going no contact with family members, which is the subject of Noelle's new book (1:00). Callers shared their no contact experiences: my son's wedding (16:29), kids don't call me (19:55), daughter left marriage (22:01), social media (30:19), avoiding no contact for my kids (31:18), COVID and vaccine (34:52), end of life issues (37:14), devil and suffering (42:15), and lack of maturity (44:48). Link: Noelle's new book

Drew and Dr. Daniel Kempton discuss the recent peace talks the Trump administration is holding with Russia and Ukraine.

Hour 1 for 9/11/26 Drew and Dr. Bill Donohue discuss the memory and the legacy of 9/11 (1:00). Then, Drew shares John Morales' audio package memorializing the day (18:43), and then revisits his conversation (22:37) with Edward Cardinal Egan (34:44). Link: Catholic League

Hour 2 for 9/11/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Marty Richard, a former F-15 pilot shares his story of flying over the Northeast on September 11, 2001 (29:27) and his conversion (43:24). Link: Marty's Story