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 6/12/26 Drew, Fr. Charlie Becker and Scott Weeman discuss alcohol addiction and recovery (1:00). Topics/calls: struggling with addiction (20:58), celiac disease and addiction (20:58), replacing one addiction with another (27:08), replacing one addiction with another (27:08), talking to your kids about addiction (30:55), Christian recovery programs (34:30), 12-Steps saved my family (41:07), and how do you know if you've been healed? (47:13). Original Air Date: 4/16/26 Link: https://catholicinrecovery.com/

Hour 2 for 6/12/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy. Then, Drew and Fr. Ben Cameron discuss how to find healing after abortion (28:19). Topics: trauma symptoms (32:43), post-abortive grief (39:00), shame after abortion (40:47), going on retreat (45:23), and Rachel's Vineyard (47:20). Link: https://www.rachelsvineyard.org/ Original Air Date: 4/16/26

Hour 3 for 6/12/26 Drew and Dr. Jay Bosco discuss colon cancer, screening, and awareness (1:57). Topics/calls: GLP-1 (14:04), Cologuard (18:28), blood in stool (26:29), symptoms (28:55), Chron's disease (31:52), back pain (35:01), diverticulitis (39:14), daily bleeding (42:50), aging out of tests (44:09), colon issues (46:39), and anesthesia for colonoscopy (48:08). Original Air Date: 4/16/26

Hour 1 for 6/11/26 Drew and Dr. Ramesh Sepehrrad discuss the war in Iran (1:00) and the weakness of the regime (11:53). Then, Emily Jaminet joins Drew to discuss the power of Sacred Heart Devotion (27:53), the promises of the devotion (36:04), and the relationship between the Sacred and Immaculate Hearts (39:47). Links: https://www.emilyjaminet.com/ https://oiac.org/

Hour 2 for 6/11/26 Drew and Elizabeth pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Dr. Mark Miravalle joins Drew to discuss the spiritual effects of consecration (28:04). Topics: reparation (35:55), putting consecration into action (42:33), and we need consecration desperately (45:42). Link: https://www.markmiravalle.com/ https://relevantradio.com/2026/06/prayer-to-the-sacred-heart-of-jesus/

Hour 3 for 6/11/26 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 Original Air Date: Hour 3 for 5/27/26

Hour 1 for 6/10/26 Drew and Father Tad Pacholczyk discuss DNA editing and cloning (5:22). Topics/calls: epigenetics (14:03), cloning (20:27), personality of clones (22:26), and review boards (25:02). Then, Steve Mosher from the Population Research Institute discusses falling fertility rates (33:57). Topics: why young people don't want children (38:00), socialization (43:30), and the economy (48:31). Links: https://www.ncbcenter.org/ http://fathertad.com/ https://www.pop.org/

Hour 2 for 6/10/26 Drew and Helen pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Chef Bruno Abate from Recipe for Change discuss his organization (30:18). Topics/calls: How he started recipe for change (40:42), I was incarcerated young (44:47), and hiring former prisoners (49:05). Link: https://recipeforchangeproject.org/

Hour 3 for 6/10/26 Drew continues his conversation with Bruno Abate about his Recipe for Change organization (1:00). Calls: prison ministry retreat (1:51), my husband's drug rehab (4:07), and my son is in prison until summer (6:39). Then, KJ Smith from Ethos Logos Investing joins Drew to discuss problems with our Social Security program (16:24). Topics/calls: AI's impact (33:00), I think Social Security is a bad system (35:37), state and county retirement systems (41:00), birth tourism (45:23), and working later in life (47:04). Link: https://ethoslogosinvestments.com/ https://recipeforchangeproject.org/

Hour 1 for 6/9/26 Drew starts the show talking about the economy with Tim Tuinstra (5:17). Topics discussed include war affecting economy (8:14), credit card debt (12:08), precious metals (16:09) and oil production and gas prices (20:00). Later on, Drew interviews Deacon Patrick Conley, host of the Inner Life days after his Diaconate Ordination (28:2) and topics include the history of the Diaconate (32:18), his journey (36:43), women becoming deacons (43:05) and a fellow deacon congratulates Deacon Patrick Conley (47:18) Resources: https://sugarloaffinancial.com/ Video of Deacon Patrick Conley's ordination: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fo_me2ye6Co

Hour 2 for 6/9/26 Drew prays the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (6:55) and then talks about the tragedy of aborting a baby because of a down syndrome diagnosis (27:45) with Mary Kellet (35:58) Also talked about are starting a ranch for Down Syndrome children (40:40) and keeping a baby even when abortion was recommended (46:34) Resources: https://prenatalpartnersforlife.org/

Hour 3 for 6/9/26 Drew begins the hour talking about the Growth of Islam with Andrew McCarthy (5:03) and then later on he discusses the idea of Jews becoming Christian with Dr. Roy Schoeman (27:27) Resources: Andrew McCarthy on X: https://x.com/AndrewCMcCarthy Dr. Roy Schoeman Youtube Page: https://www.youtube.com/c/JewishCatholic

Hour 1 for 6/8/26 Drew and Lt. Col Tommy Waller discuss the war in Iran and what might happen next (1:00). Then, Bruce Lachenauer from the Gaudium Group joins Drew to discuss getting ahead in the job market (24:14). Topics: harnessing AI (27:46), looking for work in fashion (31:31), and disagreement (35:05), the value of a B.A. (46:02), if I should get an MBA (43:14), being bi-lingual (45:09), philosophy (46:58), and getting promotions (49:12). Links: https://centerforsecuritypolicy.org/ https://www.thegaudiumgroup.com/

Hour 2 for 6/8/26 Drew and Maribeth pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Dr. Stephen Barr joins Drew to discuss free will and quantum mechanics (27:59), observation (33:53), the Church's teaching on free will (40:51), the probability that God exists (44:27), and UFOs (48:56). Link: https://catholicscientists.org/

Hour 3 for 6/8/26 Drew and James Hirsen discuss 60 Minutes firing of Scott Pelly, the decline of trust in news, and California elections (5:44). Topics/callers: the decline of trust in news (17:01), Trump criticism (20:39), Nick Bilton (28:36), I love Relevant Radio (31:36), Hirsen as a breath of fresh air (35:09), California elections (39:34), where I get my news (44:59), resolving media bias (46:21), and the problem is journalism (49:07). Links: x.com/thejimjams jameshirsen.com

Hour 1 for 6/5/26 Drew and Peter Grandich discuss the markets and the jobs report (5:08). Topics: Bitcoin (8:03), speculation (14:26), if we're in a correction (15:58), immigration (21:21), and investing (23:17). Then, Dr. Paul Kengor discusses the controversial campaign of Senate Candidate Graham Platner and character in politics (28:57). Topics: Dr. Paul's book on the Pope (43:45), and what each party wants (46:23). Links: PeterGrandich.com https://x.com/PeterGrandich Spectator.org

Hour 2 for 6/5/26 Drew and Brooke pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Drew welcomes new Relevant Radio host Mark Swartzberg to discuss his conversion (28:03), evangelization (38:25), Mark's life on Wall Street (41:22), and The Mark Swartzberg Show (46:22).

Hour 3 for 6/5/26 Drew welcomes John Edwards to share his story and conversion from a life of addiction to ministry (1:00), his low point during Holy Week (12:55), time in jail (24:01), his ministry today, and his new book (43:06). Link: https://justaguyinthepew.com/

Hour 1 for 6/4/26 Drew and Andrew Illarionov from the Center for Security Policy discus the state of the Russia-Ukraine War (4:52). Topics: drone technology and nuclear war (13:00), and how the war ends (19:03). Then, Fr. John Gordon discusses Pope Leo's recent audience with the Catholic Charismatic Renewal (30:07). Topics: developing a relationship with the Trinity (40:57), and caller - I was involved in the Renewal in Southern California (44:11). Link: https://centerforsecuritypolicy.org/

Hour 2 for 6/4/26 Drew and Elizabeth pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Drew discusses First Saturday Devotion and a new video series for tweens about the Fatima message (27:29) and dealing with bullying (43:40).

Hour 3 for 6/4/26 Drew welcomes Doug Hinderer to discuss how to save a marriage when couples grow apart (1:00). Topics/calls: medical check-ups (7:24), my love live has diminished (10:55), crisis of vocations (14:44), marriage retreats (17:56), single Catholics (28:27), husband left and came back (31:11), confession (34:08), repairing marriage (38:10), getting married young (42:16), and civil divorce (46:18). Link: https://www.happymarriageforlife.com/

Hour 2 for 6/3/26 Drew and Andy McCarthy discuss Adam Hisham Hamawy's recent primary win and what it says about voter's willingness to embrace a candidate with ties to extremism (3:02). Topics: candidates with checkered pasts (15:30), America after 9/11 (21:57), and Sharia courts (25:01). Then, Drew and Patrick Alog discuss if voters should subsidize professional sports stadiums (28:40). Callers: no funding! (40:30), San Diego issues (42:30), and Penny wars for the Packers (44:46). Links: Andy's Books: here and here Nationalreview.com x.com/AndrewCMcCarthy

Hour 2 for 6/3/26 Drew and Elizabeth pray the Chaplet of Divine Mercy (1:00). Then, Grant Bailey from the Institute for Family Studies joins Drew to discuss a survey suggesting many Gen Z-ers think having pets equal to having kids (27:51). Topics: rejecting God (34:50), capacity to love (34:50), emasculation in society (42:21), walking away from marriage (44:44), taking care of kids (47:11), and being raised on devices (49:37). Links: Ifstudies.org https://x.com/grantjbailey

Hour 3 for 6/3/26 Drew and Dr. Sean O'Mara discuss the best exercises to optimize health (1:10). Topics/Calls: feeling stuck (12:41), need for calories (14:55), exercise and the gut (21:55), how much should you exercise (25:44), water aerobics (29:34), weight training (31:01), arthritis (34:30), losing weight (35:54), MRIs (40:50), fermented foods (43:19), probiotics (46:23), and thyroid issues (48:03). Links: radiologyassist.com https://x.com/DrSeanOMara https://drseanomara.com/

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

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/

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

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

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

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

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

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

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/

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

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/

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

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

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

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

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

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

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