The Patrick Madrid Show

Patrick welcomes listeners into a whirlwind conversation about artificial intelligence, sparking reactions to Elon Musk’s bold predictions and candidly questioning the consequences for human purpose, work, and relationships. Unexpected calls reference pop culture, raise concerns about machines rewriting history, and wonder aloud what happens if robots take over everyday chores. As the dialogue accelerates, Patrick probes whether people will embrace robots or fiercely protect the messy beauty of real life. Audio: Elon at Davos, Within a year AI will be smarter than any human being - https://x.com/newstart_2024/status/2014424307900850512?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (00:19) Audio: Elon, “In the future, the robots will make so many robots, that they will actually saturate all human needs - https://x.com/cb_doge/status/2014400490424173041?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (05:19) Audio: Elon, "You don’t actually need school to learn anymore – https://x.com/ianmiles/status/2014322727205679426?s=20 (11:28) Reba - What is to stop AI taking over all of humanity? (13:54) Stacy - I think we need community with each other, and I think robots taking care of our elderly will only make loneliness worse (21:58) John - My wife has a severe gluten allergy and can’t receive low gluten host. She can receive the precious blood but our priest doesn’t want to resume giving it. What can I do? (25:17) John - My concern is that AI is only as good as the input. I think the vast majority of people working on AI will make it liberal based, and it will be socially to the left. I’m also concerned it will be godless. (28:58) Jackie - I think we need to interact with humans and not robots. (34:19) Miles - Who will pay for individuals being able to access AI and how will we deal with things like credit scores? (42:49) Lourdes - I caught a student cheating using AI and she got everything right. I gave her a failing grade for cheating. However, after that I let students do it because they had to read. I followed this person's career and she still did well in life. (44:11) Esmeralda - Did you ever see the series Apocalypse? I see that this is happening. (47:37) Courtney - I want a Robot. If we are going to have a robot in our house, she needs to agree with us. She will help us have more family time. (49:26) (Originally Aired on 03-18-2026)

Patrick answers uncomfortable questions that demand clarity and real answers about family dilemmas surrounding IVF and awkward moments at Mass. He speaks straight, whether addressing baptism without parental consent, why Catholics shouldn’t receive communion in Methodist services, or confronting end-of-life trials with medical decisions. Every call sparks his candor and keeps the conversation both grounded and utterly unpredictable. Email - What is the best response to a relative who is excited to tell you that her daughter and husband are going through IVF and they have three embryos? (01:15) April - Why isn't there any historical evidence for Jesus outside of the Bible and Christian literature? (10:01) Judy (email) - There are several times during mass when people hold their hands facing up and then go even higher with their hands. I wonder where that came from and what you think. (15:28) Jim - IVF does affect medical workers too. Our sonogram technician was shaken because she said people decide which babies live and which ones die. (20:53) Rebecca - I grew up Catholic and my grandmother was Methodist, but they celebrated Communion. Was it ok for me to take Communion with them? (23:15) Anna - Does a grandparent have the authority to get grandchild baptized without parent's approval? (29:01) Patty (email) – Are you not aware that OCIA programs are flourishing? (33:21) Talina - Who created God? (35:05) Angie - My brother-in-law is declining and we are doing extraordinary means to keep him alive. Is it ok for us to stop medication. (44:08) (Originally Aired on 03-18-2026)

Patrick responds to heartfelt listener questions about Catholic teaching, including faith and works, the fate of unbaptized infants, extraordinary medical care, and personal experiences at healing masses. His mix of scriptural insight, compassion, and candid conversation with Cyrus results in authentic exchanges, there’s compassion for the uncertain, clear explanations when doctrine feels confusing, and encouragement for those walking through grief or doubt. In the mix, Patrick reminds listeners that trust in God’s mercy and a practical approach to Catholic life matter as much as answers do. Joe – What is Eternal Life? Also, I don't see why the Church would be against grandma baptizing the baby. (01:54) Colleen - Is laying on of hands, including in the Charismatic Renewal, ok? (11:32) Teri - I want to make a comment about being slain in the Spirit. I used to be so against it and only the Holy Spirit can take you. It was the most peace I ever felt. (17:58) Kevin - My dad was in a Catholic hospital. He asked the priest if he could receive the Anointing of the Sick. The priest said no because he was Episcopalian. Could I request Masses for my father? I found out he was conditionally baptized as a Catholic. (24:11) Rob - What is the Catholic understanding of works and grace? (36:04) (Originally Aired on 03-18-2026)

Patrick explores Catholic life amid modern challenges, answering listeners anxious about religious freedom, campus controversies, and personal faith struggles with real honesty and warmth. Calls pour in about drag shows at Catholic universities, the meaning of patron saints, and coping with animosity for simply being Catholic, while Patrick steers each conversation toward practical hope and prayer. He listens, reassures, and never dodges the discomfort, inviting everyone to face questions head-on in the ordinary swirl of daily belief. John – What do you think of freedom of religion? (00:46) Anne - I attended 16 years of Catholic school and one of their fashion shows had men dressing up in women's clothing. What can I do? (07:57) Jodi - Is there a limit to the amount of patron saints someone has? (19:01) Tracy - What is the Catholic teaching about someone in leadership that is openly gay? (25:05) Pete - I think the Catholic religion needs to confront these Catholic universities about their LGBTQ agendas. (38:01) Claudia - We have to remember that this LGBTQ agenda is spiritual warfare and we need to pray. (43:20) Yon - I am having a hard time focusing on my spirituality. Do you have any suggestions? (47:42)

Patrick explores the history and challenges of the Catholic Church in Mexico, tracing the shift from a nearly universal Catholic identity to intense government persecution and connecting Enlightenment influences to these dramatic changes. Listeners call with personal stories of family resistance during the Cristero era, while questions about sacraments, faith routines, and the Vatican’s handling of Church matters in China prompt frank exchanges. In the midst of heavy history, Patrick debates Catholic comedians, workplace faith moments, and why keeping memories alive matters for everyone listening. Tony - Today is the Feast of the Cristeros. What is the connection between the Cristeros and Enlightenment? Here’s a link to Patrick’s talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z__ti5BiQz0 (00:55) Here’s a link to Patrick and Fr. Schmitz’s debate: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MtRkdoF_siY Zoila – The grandmother of a friend carried ammunition to the Cristeros in Mexico. (31:35) Tim (email) – I told a young man he can only be baptized once. Did I do the right thing? (38:08) Anne - I am on Day 46 of a novena. Do I have to start my novena over if I missed a day? (43:43) Irene - Where does the Church stand with the CCP in China electing bishops? (47:17)

Patrick responds directly to listeners, offering guidance on spirituality, relationships, and daily challenges through heartfelt exchanges and practical wisdom. Questions range from Catholic teaching on end-of-life care and feeding tubes to the nuances of physical attraction in marriage, and the risks parents might encounter in family court or when trusting neighbors. Faith, experience, and a willingness to address the tough stuff keep the conversation real and, at times, unexpectedly moving. Irene – Why hasn’t anyone spoken out against the CCP in China electing bishops? (00:28) Judy (email) – If there’s a problem with a Catholic school, I would go to the bishop. Maria (email) – Should I let my daughter babysit for a family that practices yoga? Maria - I am a single woman in my 40s. How much physical attraction do I need to find a holy spouse? (10:34) Paul (email) - How do I go about finding a spiritual director? (22:58) Tim - I had to talk my wife into marrying me. (26:47) Rose – Is it a sin if you can't concentrate during the Rosary? (29:22) Ted - You said you are not a spiritual advisor, but I think you are to me. I say you are my spiritual advisor when people ask where I get my advice from. Should I not say that anymore? (33:50) Mary – My father is in the ICU. Does the Catholic Church approve of putting someone on a feeding tube? (40:46) Matt - No Christian legal expert would help me because they didn’t want to get involved in family court. (46:53)

Patrick opens the hour reflecting on the impact of simply asking for help, sparked by a story about Steve Jobs at twelve, then shifts seamlessly from questions about Catholic college choices to the moral considerations of AI tools like ChatGPT. He answers a listener wrestling with where to find hope in a world full of suffering, explores purgatory and eternal life in a memorable call, and weaves in practical insights for faith, whether at home or behind bars. Audio: Steve Jobs on the power of asking for help - https://x.com/Rainmaker1973/status/2056784257431785744?s=46 (00:33) Rosendo (email) – Can our kids attend Christian colleges because my daughter wants to get her degree in nursing (06:08) Lena (email) - Is using ChatGPT a sin? (10:41) Tracy - In Purgatory, could the holy souls actually be floating around among us as people and we just don't understand or are they in a different dimension? (19:51) Matthew - My nephew is in prison. Are there any books that I could recommend to him? He doesn't know much about religion. (31:27) David (email) - In a country that is increasingly skeptical of helping people where do you see Him? In a country that only rewards brutality in spirit, money, and power where do you find Jesus? (39:20) Michael (email) – Where’s your movie list? (45:45)

Patrick questions how double income households shifted from option to requirement, links taxation and property ownership to this loss of family leisure, and weighs both spiritual and practical responses. Listeners raise honest struggles: a puzzling job reference, the wording of the Our Father, and whether God ever truly leads us into temptation. Audio: Double-income household started as an option but quickly became an obligation – Rory Sutherland - https://x.com/newstart_2024/status/2039406825875841472?s=20 (00:24) Jorge (email) – This world will have suffering, but He also promises to give us strength (06:18) Nancy (email) - There was a guest on last night's Family Rosary Across America (forgive me for not remembering his name) who said, during the Our Father, "do not lead us into temptation" instead of "and lead us not into temptation." (10:25) James - Two Fish are swimming along in the ocean and encounter another fish going in the opposite direction… (12:23) Jo (email) – What place is being prepared for us? (18:19) Harvey - How do you translate the part of the Our Father that says 'Lead us not into temptation'? (20:18) Maria - In Spanish, it says 'do not allow us to fall into temptation'. (26:57) Email – My former employer isn’t responding to calls or emails looking for references about me (32:45) Carlo - What does it mean when Jesus told his disciples to pray that they not undergo the test? (35:08) Gary (email) – I had my first confession in 58 years because of you. (45:21)

Patrick answers listener questions about whether loved ones in heaven notice our lives, discusses Zoroastrianism, clarifies Catholic terminology, addresses generational sin and curses, and responds thoughtfully to real stories from callers exploring faith, church history, and spiritual struggles. Ellie (email) - How soon do our deceased loved ones know that we have died? (00:40) Joseph - I can prove that UFO's and flying saucers are demonic. Dylan - What is Zoroastrianism and how does it compare to Christianity? (08:36) Laurie - Two sides of my family were fighting over what kind of Christian they should be? My family decided to become Lutheran. Am I under any kind of sin because of my ancestors? (21:02) Patricia - Are generational curses real? (38:18) Agnes - How can you explain the three kings following the star? How did they know? (44:59) Lewis - Do you know anything about the Espiritualismo Trinitario Mariano religion? (48:11)

Patrick begins with Father James Brent’s encouragement to absorb and ponder Scripture deeply, then reflects on scientific studies about animal intelligence, particularly why apes never ask questions while even young children do which raises profound questions about the soul. Patrick brings in Chris Pratt’s outspoken faith and Marco Rubio’s deep assessment of the Catholic Church’s impact on American history, weaving together spiritual insight, real-life questions, and public witness in unexpected, sometimes even joyful bursts. Audio: As we receive the word of God with our faith, our souls come alive with Fr. James Brent - https://x.com/dominicanfriars/status/2054689776645677258?s=46 (01:14) Apes don’t ask questions - https://x.com/anishmoonka/status/2054558279775240554 (07:13) Martin (11-years-old) - What does this verse from Matthew mean where nations rise against nations? (09:07) Audio: Chris Pratt “you take a risk being vocal” Matthew 5:14 — “A city on a hill cannot be hidden” - https://x.com/newstart_2024/status/2056479303370490228?s=46 (16:01) Audio: Marco Rubio on the Catholic Church in America - https://x.com/Sachinettiyil/status/2053609739716632987?s=46 (22:44) Daniel (13-years-old) - My teacher said there is no sin that God can't forgive. I always thought that it was blasphemy against the Holy Spirit that could not be forgiven. (29:58) Patrick reads and responds to an email from a daughter who has been put in a precarious position (37:57) Deacon Mike (email) - A young mother wants to baptize her child but her anti-Catholic, Protestant husband is very much against it. I’m unsure how to advise her. (45:46)

Patrick measures the fast erosion of book reading, especially among men, against an explosion of podcasts and instant digital entertainment, all while considering what’s lost when screens replace ink and paper. Candid conversations weave through everything from the fading art of handwriting to whether men are more likely than women to get lost in online lectures. The importance of handwriting notes and love letters (01:01) The explosion of podcasts coinciding with the steep decline of people reading books - https://www.wsj.com/business/media/dad-books-are-a-dying-breed-d9a28b49 (05:01 Mark - Do men listen to lectures more than women? What is your experience? (21:18) Lillian - How can someone marry in the Church without being baptized? (25:24) Mark - Can a man become a priest if he has same-sex attractions but decides to take a vow of chastity? (34:38) Audio: This newly baptized Catholic woman shares the differences between Protestant and Catholic worship after only a few months of becoming Catholic. - https://x.com/Xtopher_Uzo/status/2052036604387082445 (46:49) Audio: An evangelical tried to defend Sola Scriptura, then he followed it to its conclusion - https://x.com/BillArnoldTeach/status/2050249984617123982?s=20 (48:47)

Patrick welcomes listeners into a swirl of faith questions, from whether God creates souls bound for hell to what really sets the Ethiopian Bible apart. His conversations jump from parish problems in New York to hard-won lessons in marriage, landing on raw moments of confession and the ache to bring loved ones home to Catholic truth. With honest calls and scriptural insights, Patrick threads thought-provoking theology into the candid struggles and hopes of everyday believers. Chris (email) - Would God make a soul to damn them to Hell then, he knows all past, present and future? (00:28) Keith - How do Catholics view the Ethiopian Bible? (06:08) George - My neighbor is Anglican. What would she have to go through to become Catholic? She is about 80 years old. (16:19) Anthony - Can I move to a different parish? (20:39) Norman - I feel like I really feel short of the Ephesians scripture about loving your wife. I need prayer. What do I do? (26:23) Nancy (email) – Where’s that best of movie list? Yolanda - I see many people go through OCIA and see so much joy after the sacrament of Confession. (38:08) Jennifer - Can I get your advice on how to get my mother-in-law to come back to the Catholic Church? (41:45) Nathan - I know one of the thieves on the cross went to heaven, but what happened to the other thief? (48:06) Joe - When they ring the first set of bells, is that the consecration? (49:01)

Patrick opens with a story about art critics mistaking Monet for AI slop, sparking questions about authenticity in a tech-soaked world. He follows twisted threads connecting digital surveillance in China to new digital IDs in the UK, then tosses in stories of hysterical climate predictions, AI anxieties, and the social decay linked to endless scrolling. Children and families become the focus as Patrick unpacks warnings from experts, connecting smartphones, plummeting fertility, and a relentless tide of content that threatens innocence. What happens when you post a real Monet and say it’s AI? The comments are amazing. - https://x.com/SHL0MS/status/2054280631807316329 (00:42) Audio: 2016. Guy McPherson (a climate change expert, scientist, and professor from the University of Arizona) says that there will not be any humans on the planet by 2026 due to the effects of climate change - https://x.com/mazemoore/status/2055376238345076837?s=46 (06:01) Audio: King Charles announces new UK digital ID - My ministers will also proceed with the introduction of digital ID that will modernize how citizens interact with public services. - https://x.com/OliLondonTV/status/2054542004219232295?s=20 (09:59) Audio: Zach Galifianakis on AI – It’s a biblical biting the apple - https://x.com/Zigmanfreud/status/2051691184477913346?s=20 (23:31) Audio: TikTok is the fentanyl of social media. With Jonathan Haidt –https://x.com/newstart_2024/status/2054654456701100040?s=20 (27:30) Audio: 4 norms to pull kids out of the anxiety spiral we’ve created - Jonathan Haidt on the Daily Show - https://x.com/newstart_2024/status/2055349160514081005?s=46 (31:22) The rise of smart phones, and the decline infertility - https://x.com/lugaricano/status/2055778470878449892 Audio: Giving your kid a smart phone - This is exactly what you are doing when you give your child unsupervised access to the internet (A phone not only gives your child access to the world, it gives the world access to your child) – https://x.com/Miss_Snuffy/status/2045051230838558930?s=46 (39:56) Mike - In the book of Revelation, Jesus talks about Nicolaitans. Who is the Synagogue of Satan? (44:21)

Patrick opens with a caller’s honest struggle about sustaining faith and character in environments that never quite align with Catholic convictions, offering advice that blends scriptural grit with lived wisdom. Conversations about the unchecked spread of AI and massive data centers quickly turn uneasy, sparking debate over their promises and the unseen costs shaping towns and families while ordinary life persists. Josh - Is it a problem that I don't talk about my faith? (00:46) Anne - We have 5 children involved in cybersecurity and AI. Pope Leo wrote about bringing Catholic teaching to industries. I am also concerned about data centers taking up land space. We were offered money for land. (15:01) Maria - Data Centers take a lot of energy and I believe they raise electricity and they take up a lot of water. I think they could cause a drought. (24:42) Joe - Why would Protestants care about the rapture? Why was the father of John the Baptist punished? (31:06) Billy (email) – Is it wrong to take a photo of the Roses at the Basilica while going up for Communion? (39:42) Jan (email) - Our parish has a priest who doesn't elevate the host and the cup, he doesn't distribute Communion, he doesn't genuflect when he walks by the tabernacle, he doesn't greet his parishioners after Mass, and worst of all, he doesn't like to hear Confessions so he very often refuses to do so. Phil - Data Centers are on a closed-circuit system. It doesn't cause water pollution. (48:52)

Patrick welcomes listeners into candid conversations that jump from parish life and apologetics to raw, personal struggles with faith, sexuality, and Catholic teaching. He fields everything—children’s questions about darkness and light, the meaning behind the show’s theme song, honest doubts about cremation, and the pain of feeling alienated from the Church—offering compassion without dodging tough truths. Sheryl (email) - There is nothing worth endangering our water supplies and power to the average working American, which is what these data centers will do! Some people are destroying our beautiful and fertile farmland and lessening the food supply to line their pockets. (01:30) Mike - I am part of a weekly Protestant Bible Study and some of my family has been telling me I shouldn’t go because I am Catholic. What do you think? (02:11) Charlie - What do you think of people who have fallen away from Church because of negative experiences from other Catholics because of sexuality and other topics? (08:25) Larry – Can you describe the meaning behind your theme song, Move by Saint Motel? (25:24) Tom (email) – Data centers will bring jobs Doug – Lately, I noticed that the big issue people get hung up on is Catholics' treatment of gays. I keep hearing conversion therapy as a treatment. Does the Church do this? (32:10) Xavier (9-years-old) - Did God make darkness? (40:35) Mary - Our Church put up a Columbarium. When did Church teaching change on this? (46:21)

Voices come through with raw-lived experiences and deeply personal issues, prompting frank reflection on faith, responsibility, and perseverance in today's world. Moments of sharp advice, gentle encouragement, and honest wrestling with Catholic life ripple throughout the hour. Joe (email) - On April 11, a fire broke out at the Carmelite Retreat House in Alhambra, CA. (01:03) Jennifer (email) - Why are Holy Days of Obligation seem to be regionalized? (03:55) Peter - What are spousal responsibilities to each other? If one spouse is refusing the other spouse, what kind of sin is that? (06:18) Jerry - What is the Hebrew word for the Seder ceremony? (27:37) David - My children are 6yo and 9yo. There is a kid at school talking about sex. How should I handle this? (31:52) Molly - I think bad things happen at Catholic Schools too. (43:10) Vincent - Is it ok to practice Yoga? One priest did yoga at this retreat. (47:29)

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Patrick answers questions with raw honesty, moving between callers wrestling with forgiveness, the Eucharist, and predestination, while keeping faith close to lived experience. Listeners open up about shaky relationships and spiritual setbacks, and Patrick responds with clarity that’s sometimes gentle, sometimes blunt, always anchored in Catholic teaching. Chad (email) - I was raised protestant but had no faith whatsoever in my adulthood until a year or so ago. I'm trying to get clarification on Catholic teaching on predestination. I've heard the word "the elect" meaning those chosen by God to go to heaven. I have also heard that God doesn't want anyone "not anyone" to go to hell. So, isn't the whole world "the elect?" (01:37) Andrew (email) - How would you help someone who has lost faith in Jesus due to tragic circumstances in their lives? (05:06) Barb - Do any Protestants have the authority to consecrate the Eucharist? (15:03) Nick - Can you explain more about predestination? Can you expound on working out salvation? (17:10) Vince - Protestants accuse us of worshipping Mary. How can I explain Mary and devotion to her? How can a mere human be a mother of all on the earth? (22:09) Chris (email) - Would God make a soul just to damn them to hell? (27:59) Danny - I have been interested in the priesthood. Can you give me some guidance? (32:58) Troy - What is the difference between forgiveness and reconciliation? (43:54)

Patrick opens the hour with prayer, launching day three of the pledge drive and inviting everyone to come together for a common $3 million goal. He fields raw, honest listener questions about Mass language, Eucharistic practices, temptation, and raising teens in the faith, blending stories, Catholic teaching, and even a listener’s homegrown song. Unscripted moments, laughter, and global gratitude tumble through the conversation as Patrick balances spiritual answers with urgent real-time fundraising. Christine (email) - Does the church clean the cloth that is used to wipe the rim of the chalice in a special way if there is wine on it? (01:37) Paul (email) - Can the ordinary Mass be in English and Latin? Why can't the Mass be celebrated this way? ((04:11) Saul (email) – Why does God allow people to controlled by their lust? (05:19) Yollie - Is praying in tongues from the Holy Spirit? I thought people were doing this but aren’t you supposed to understand what they are saying? (14:32) Email - My fiancée (19F) and I (22M) were married in a civil ceremony performed by a ‘minister’ ordained under Universal Life Church that obviously lacked canonical form in a complicated affair that was the result of a lot of very difficult circumstances. This not-very-legitimate marriage was legally annulled after 65 days, as we both were not prepared for the reality of legal marriage. She is and was Catholic, I am in OCIA. It is my understanding that when a marriage is performed without proper form, the Catholic Church says no marriage occurred, and so we both should be free to move forward with matrimony in the Church. Do we need to mention our previously annulled marriage to move forward, or is it considered non-existent and therefore irrelevant to the discussion? (28:16) Kelly (email) - I have a freshman daughter at a Catholic high school, and I recently learned that her sports team had a sleepover where alcohol and edibles (marijuana) were present and consumed. Should I let the coach know? Jim (email) - Letter from management – Keep Going! (41:33) Madeline (email) - Today's reading from Acts 17 says, "The God who made the world and all that is in it, the Lord of heaven and earth, does not dwell in sanctuaries made by human hands." This sounds to me like Jesus isn't present in the Tabernacle! What am I missing here? (42:45) Barbara - My elderly mother brought the Eucharist home from Church. What should I do? (47:14)

Patrick opens the hour with prayer and jumps into real questions from callers—faith, the reality of suffering, how Catholic teaching responds to life’s messiness. Listeners raise everything from why Jesus chose the cross to whether animals can be in heaven; Patrick patiently explains, connects, and sometimes surprises with his clarity. Henry - Is suffering a perfect gift to God? How should I understand this? (01:11) Elly - What does it mean to carry the cross in our own lives? (07:31) Debbie - If Lutherans don’t agree with us, why are their churches named after saints? (14:01) David (email) - Do animals/pets go to heaven? (21:04) Mac (email) - I am a teacher at an all-boys Catholic Highschool. I am aware of an instance whereby there was a desecration of the Holy Eucharist. It was in a Catholic high school that has secularized leanings. Is there a formal process to notify the "Church"? If so, what is likely to happen? Might there be an inquiry? (27:33) Monica (email) - What is the on-line Catholic Faith course for beginners? (30:54) Mary (email) – I need help showing my friend see how Scripture and Tradition work together. (37:51) Angela (email) - Is it a requirement to bow before receiving Communion? (43:27) Elisabeth (email) - I have decided to offer my fasting today and tomorrow for the success of your pledge drive. Laura (email) – Was it okay to write a letter to Mother Mary and to leave it at a shrine? (48:16)

Patrick welcomes listeners as he responds in real time to questions about faith, Catholic tradition, and daily family struggles, moving from the nuance of pronunciations to the rawness of spiritual doubt. He fields heartfelt stories, explores the roots of religious commandments, and reacts to the friction caused by new cultural rules young parents set for grandparents, blending practical insight with empathy. In the midst of genuine calls for help and hope, Patrick weaves gratitude for supporters and highlights moments where radio truly changes lives. Danny - Someone told me that we should only follow two of the 10 Commandments. (03:38) Susan - If the entire Bible is a myth, what should I do? (13:59) Todd – With our 1st grandchild on the way, our son and daughter-in-law set us a list of boundaries for the baby. How should we react? (28:15) Sarah - Maybe the daughter-in-law went through something terrible, and this is her way of protecting her baby. My mom was very cautious of people kissing and hugging us. (42:26)) Anna - I noticed that the kids who were not allowed to touch anything got sick the most. (45:55)

Patrick takes calls that spin from curiosity about Mormon influence in “The Chosen” to questions on how Scripture fits into liturgy and when it’s right to stop helping a friend who keeps asking. Sometimes a moment is light, like a wish for fishing in heaven; sometimes it stirs with a listener’s return to faith through radio during grief. In the middle of it all, Patrick threads updates, sudden laughter, and sincere encouragement, never letting the hour drift into the predictable. Win a 12-Day Pilgrimage with Fr. Rocky though Ireland, Scotland, and England! (01:06) John Henry - Is it true that there are Mormon influences in the Chosen? (14:15) Paul - Was the canon of scripture put together for the sake of the liturgy? (18:02) Maria - How much help should I give someone before it is considered being taken advantage of? (27:24) Bill - I am getting married. It is my second marriage after an annulment. We are not having Communion at our ceremony. How can I explain this to my family and put them at ease? John - Are there no animals in heaven? Does that mean we can't go fishing in heaven? (41:33) Jacob - What is the rite of the confraternity of the brown scapular? (45:02)

Patrick answers questions about brown scapular beliefs, Fatima, homebound ministry, and how to respond when a Mass feels more like a game show, blending sharp insights with his signature wit. Pilgrimage sweepstakes and doubled donations bring excitement and urgency, pushing Patrick's mission forward as callers open up, skeptics reflect, and laughter mixes with prayer. Jillian (email) – Is it common for offerings to be left for the Blessed Mother at Mexican restaurants? (02:17) Stewart - Are the confraternity of the brown scapular benefits legitimate? (05:14) Patrick from Highland, NY – Can you explain the five promises Our Lady made at Fatima? (16:00) Monica (email) – What was the free on-line course you recommended for Catholics at the " basic / beginners' level. (27:27) Bill (email) - Is there a protocol to when the home bound minister receives the host from the priest? (30:31) Lisa (email) - I work as a speech therapist and when I was in graduate school, I was assigned a client who was transitioning from a man to a woman. The goal of the sessions was to assist in altering his voice so that he sounded feminine. At the time I did not know the teachings of the church on this subject. I now feel I participated, if only for a short while, in a sinful situation. Is this something I should bring to confession now? (33:22) Amber (email) - Are there different types of miracles taught in the Catholic faith or are these classifications made up? (39:14) Tina - At mass they gave out a bracelet to make a wish for mothers. Is that ok? (41:54) Email – Question about modesty (46:01)

Patrick takes listeners on an energetic journey through faith questions and current events, answering with clarity as he tackles Saul’s rise and fall, the complexity behind “thou shalt not kill,” the nature of Purgatory, and the topic of praying for loved ones lost. Lisa - I am watching House of David. If Saul was the Chosen One, how did he turn evil also how did David kill thousands of people in war? (01:11) Don (email) - My question concerns whether to genuflect when you leave Mass. (06:31) Rose - If you confess before dying, why do you still go to Purgatory? (15:27) Syd - In the first reading of Acts, can you clarify what Jesus meant by His leaving would be to the Apostles' advantage? (20:10) Katherine – Did Satan know Jesus was the second person of the Trinity? (27:24) Matt (email) – Is the Tower of Babel to warn us about teaching English to those who don’t speak it already? (30:14) Wes (email) - I always genuflect upon entering and exiting the inner part of the Church rather than at the pew. Is this ok? (32:08) Dolores (email) - Don just called about genuflecting, and your response made me think about your position on bowing to the crucifix/priest during the procession. Couldn’t the same be said about genuflecting when leaving the pew? There is likely a difference or explanation, I’m just unclear on what it would be and appreciate your help clarifying. (32:49) Kathy - Can you have a Harry Potter themed First Communion Party? (42:43) Jay - What does the sin of sloth really mean? (46:05)

Candid questions about defending faith, the balance of Scripture and Tradition, and the pursuit of a personal connection with God spark sharp exchanges and practical advice. Lisa - What would you say if a nonbeliever asked for a defense of your faith? (01:34) James - Is it true that Tradition has equal footing as Scripture? (13:58) Michael - Is it possible for God to have a personal relationship with you and ask for anything that you would like? (30:40) Lisa - Is it my job to defend my Catholic faith? (38:01) Joanne - I have Relevant Radio on all the time. I talk to God all the time and He answers me (not audibly) and the more that you do it the easier it gets. (44:05)

Patrick launches Relevant Radio’s Spring Pledge Drive in a swirl of prayer, gratitude, and urgent appeals, all while weaving listener calls into conversations about confession, authentic Church teaching, and the wild claims that pop up online. Questions about the Book of Enoch, responsible approaches to family planning, and choosing saints’ names for children come alive—so do quick guides to trustworthy Bible translations and free Catholic study resources. Kathy - Is it true we are not required to go Confession once a year anymore? (01:44) Mary - I heard the Pope made a special room for the Mormons at the Vatican. (06:40) Steven - Why is the book of Enoch not canonical? (13:50) Mike - As a married man is it ok to use contraception because my wife is older? (22:03) Marlene - What can I recommend to my husband for him to study Catholicism and understand the Bible from a Catholic point of view? (31:30) Geraldine (email) – Please pray for someone who is considering assisted suicide (33:21) Most Popular Baby Names: abcnews.visitlink.me/DxTgk4 (40:31) Judy (email) - Do you think that the change in confession requirements could be due to the shortage of priests? (47:25)

Patrick addresses thought-provoking calls on topics from Church teaching about extraterrestrials and natural family planning to the role of nudity in art, weaving in candid reflections, gratitude for heartfelt testimonials, and timely encouragement to participate in the community’s mission. Catherine - How should Christians view the extraterrestrial phenomena? (01:25) Michael (email) - Why are so many people intrigued with the Devil and evil spirits? (15:58) Chad - Jim Burnham’s books helped us teach OCIA. (20:47) Are we in the End Times? (27:16) Britney - What is the Church's teaching on long term usage of NFP? (30:14) No, Natural Family Planning Is Not Contraception: https://patrickmadrid.substack.com/p/why-natural-family-planning-is-not Laurie - Is it a sin against modesty to draw nudes? I have an education in art. (40:37)

Patrick examines tough choices in life, like breaking away from friendships that don’t bring us closer to God, and brings personal stories and listener testimonies into focus, as one man shares how he broke free from addiction through confession and daily Mass, and another caller seeks clarity on annulments and the Eucharist. He takes unpredictable turns from generational attitudes about marijuana to skepticism of profit-driven charismatic prayer movements, weaving together real-world struggles, faith, and the surprising ways technology emerges in daily routines. Candid conversations and unexpected reflections push listeners to question comfort, seek faith, and recognize how quickly the landscape of daily life can shift. Audio: If you actually change your life for the better, you might have to let go of your friends - https://x.com/newstart_2024/status/2050575128438689987?s=20 (00:19) Patrick and Cyrus share moments from their past where they choose to move on from certain friends (05:35) Patrick shares an email from Sean in response to his article, “Why Confess Your Sins to a Fellow Sinner?” Ken - I was married in the Catholic church and got a civil divorce but never an annulment. What do I need to do now? I have taken communion, but I don't do it anymore because I know understand that is a mortal sin. (10:44) David - After talking about Hal Lindsey yesterday, could you talk about the concept of 'The Great and Terrible Day' (19:07) Malory (email) – Should I be concerned about the growing number of Catholics believing they can lay hands and heal peoples ailments and speak in tongues? (28:10) Audio: Adam Carolla on weed – If you ask California moms what’s better, nicotine or pot, they will say pot. – 45sec - https://x.com/newstart_2024/status/2052462613775180184 (39:32) Frank - In the prayer of St. Gertrude, how are we able to 'offer' the blood of Jesus to himself? (45:06) California highway now controlled by AI: https://www.sfgate.com/centralcoast/article/california-highway-ai-controlled-22245548.php (49:26)

Patrick explores the societal impact of birth control before shifting the conversation to artificial intelligence, a space where even Sting voices concern and listeners are sometimes tricked by AI-generated bands. He fields honest questions about faith, tackles tricky workplace dilemmas involving conscience, and responds to emails and calls with humor and frankness, sometimes blending deep spiritual issues with playful debates about the show’s recurring musical bits. Thoughtful, unscripted exchanges keep listeners engaged at every turn. The origins of the birth control pill - The Catholic Church was right about everything – https://x.com/thattradgal/status/2051349604919030100?s= (00:20) Audio: Sting on AI – https://x.com/newstart_2024/status/2052508038418842050/video/1?s=46 (01:53) Miriam (email) - Why don't we emphasize the Holy Spirit as much as we do God and Jesus? (07:15) Mike (email) - Is there any meaningful difference or a station preference that us listeners should elect to listen live over the reply? Don’t Keep Going! (38:52) Susie - I Work for a fortune 500 company and I was recently asked to send out an email to ask my partners to join a pride parade. I don't want to do it. What do I do? (28:47) Marcie - I stood up for myself in my job and ended up getting fired, but I got a better job and God has blessed me. (44:02) Chuck - Can you explain Jesus' response to the pharisees in Mark 2:18-22 about fasting? (48:11)

Patrick opens with a frank discussion on how technology and social media reshape relationships, delaying family life and changing old traditions like school dances, as he wonders aloud about the pressures weighing on today’s youth. Callers bring up everything from biblical analogies and the emotional pull of spiritual experiences to Pope John Paul II’s quiet influence on the fall of the Soviet Union, who would Jesus vote for, and even the morality of shopping at Costco. Audio: Guy explains why the birthrate is declining – it’s social media and technology – 2min - https://x.com/alphafox/status/2050221203755843709?s=20 (00:20) Patrick goes back to Chuck, from the end of the previous hour, to talk about Mark 2:18-22 (08:37) David – If you are attending a protestant funeral, you should pray for his soul because no one else will. (12:52) James (email) - Did your Mormon professor happen to mention where his bodily feeling was? (20:09) Debbie (email) - It makes sense to me that no one should be photographed or videoed without permission. Manners have not kept pace with technology. (21:36) Carl - What did JPII do to help break the Soviet Union? What was his role? (27:11) Richard - Who would Jesus vote for? I asked a priest and he never gives a straight answer? (35:44) Angel - When does opposite sex attraction become sinful? (40:07) Eddie - Professor Madrid, when can I expect my diploma from RR? (45:29) Tiffany - I heard Costco is involved with IVF, so I canceled my membership, but I'm realizing we need those discounts as a family. What do we do? (47:37)

Patrick opens with reflections on America's Catholic history, springboarding from Secretary Marco Rubio's words about the first Christian service on future United States soil. He tackles questions on travel, holy water, and church obligations, threads listener stories of scrupulous driving and missing Mass due to physical exhaustion, and steps into the challenges of spiritual leadership in complicated family situations. Audio: Marco Rubio - the first Christian service on our soul was the Catholic Mass - https://x.com/Sachinettiyil/status/2052195450573263151/video/1?s=46 (01:25) Audio: Not even Pope Leo can avoid the frustrations of customer service. The pontiff was trying to update his address and phone on file for the bank, but the customer service operator hung up on his holiness. - https://x.com/CBSEveningNews/status/2052171565505110223 (04:23) Cathy (email) - Prayers matter, but prayer alone is not enough nor conversation. We are called to actively stand with the innocent, to resist injustice, and to speak and act with courage. (06:11) Kathy - Do I have to attend Ascension Thursday Mass when I am travelling? (08:41) Dan - St. Augustine's views to positive law (10:32) Audio: Biggest regret of an 80-year-old - https://x.com/Mind_Essentials/status/2050952463054705001?s=20 (16:21) Michael (email) - Fake Holy Water at my church? (18:45) Amy - How am I supposed to respond to Protestant interpretations of the Bible? (22:26) Karen - Do I need to go to Confession for missing mass because we were slow in walking the Walk to Mary? (28:51) Burt – Make sure you stop at STOP signs. (32:56) Elizabeth (email) - If there is even a drop of holy water left, adding water is perfectly fine, as any drop of holy water makes the entire container now holy water. (35:36) Mike - Why don't we receive the Blood of Christ at Mass anymore? (38:22) You're Not Getting All of Jesus? The Gasp-Inducing Question About Holy Communion That Even Some Lifelong Catholics Misunderstand – By Patrick Madrid - https://patrickmadrid.substack.com/p/youre-not-getting-all-of-jesus Andrew - My fiancé and I had a baby. She was raised Catholic. We want to baptize our daughter. I want her to come back to the Church. She says I am making her less close to God by pressuring her to come back. Am I failing here? (44:32)

Patrick opens the hour with a reflection on the mystery of the Holy Trinity, then answers listener calls about salvation, confession, politicians and Communion, praying for souls, and why only Catholics can receive the Eucharist. He offers clear advice, personal experiences, and practical apologetics resources from his own ongoing article collection, weaving in insights on everything from the Divine Mercy Chaplet to the fate of Lazarus after resurrection. Unexpected questions spark honest, sometimes emotional exchanges; Patrick never shies from Catholic teaching or tough conversations. Audio: God lives a life beyond all comprehension, the life of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. - Dominican Friars Foundation - https://x.com/dominicanfriars/status/2051780102212481492?s=46 (00:19) Jorge – Isn’t hell for really bad people? What is Purgatory and will I go there? (03:28) Jeff – Why has the succession of Popes done little to condemn politicians who support abortion? (07:47) Kathy - I had a neighbor who was living a sinful lifestyle and recently died. We prayed the Divine Chaplet for him. What is the state of his soul? (18:02) Marie – What should we do when we know someone isn’t Catholic, but they still take Communion? (30:25) Joe - Can you explain Lazarus who was resurrected? I thought you were dead and then assigned to where you will go. What happens to people raised from the dead? (39:37) John - What are the checks and balances in place to keep a Pope from doing something non-pope like? (49:39)

Patrick talks about the everyday challenge of living within our means, sharing personal stories of financial pressure, faith, and family resilience while fielding questions about guardian angels, church teachings, and complicated marriage situations. The conversation moves from practical choices like saying no to luxuries to the comforting reminder that God provides even when the future feels uncertain. Throw in parent worries, the struggle for children’s faith, and moments of encouragement from saints and scripture, and Patrick blends struggle, hope, and candid advice in unpredictable, real-life Catholic conversations. Audio: Is it possible to have a family on one income? This gentleman explains how to make it work: Just say no. - https://x.com/DangerousThinkg/status/2051417871805227355 (00:21) Daniel - Are we assigned only 1 guardian angel or multiple guardian angels? (07:01) Saul - I am a Catholic and am going to a Christian service. How should I behave? (10:23) Alexandra (email) – Is it okay to allow our young son to attend a bible study group with 20 to 30 non-Catholic students during a study hall (18:26) Victor - I am married through the city hall but not through church. Am I sinning by receiving Communion? (20:01) Mary - I thought during the Old Testament days that the high priest had all these little stones. I thought that the Urim and Thummim were checks and balances back then. I think we need to pray. (28:01) Cindy - My three children don't believe in God and I am afraid to talk to them about Him. Can you please help me? (32:09) Mario - I thought that in the Catena Aurea is connected to the lots that the priests used to cast to determine service. (39:49) Sue - What are your thoughts about a Protestant going up and speaking about the deceased at a Catholic funeral? (42:06) Veronica - Thank you for the encouragement about being a Phillip to a fallen away Catholic (44:31) Regina - Should I pray for my uncles who passed away? They sexually assaulted my mother. (47:43) Angel - How are the Vatican and Jesuits connected? (49:06)

Patrick answers questions that swing from scriptural interpretation of “other sheep” in John’s Gospel to the raw difficulties of forgiveness when resentment sticks, pausing to reflect on priests who wade into politics during homilies and the layers behind Junia’s mention in early Church history. He breaks open issues around a public parish scandal, offers gritty encouragement about letting go of old hurts, and shares hands-on book recommendations for spiritual growth. John - How can you interpret the passage where Jesus says that he has sheep that are not of this fold? (01:31) Ruben (email) – Should politics be injected into mass readings? (05:56) Marie - Does true forgiveness still happen even if you are still angry at the person? (13:40) Rick (email) - Was Junia one of the Apostles or simply a holy woman? (21:57) Thomas - How did Jesus fulfill the prophecies that the Jewish people believed He did not fulfill? (26:38) Suzie - I heard this saying that forgiveness is giving up any desire for revenge. It really helped me. (30:21) Mary Pat (email) - I read the Junia series and would recommend them for kids over 12, probably due to the references to sexual immorality. (39:01) Rachel - At my parish, there is a popular gay politician that receives the Eucharist. (41:14) Candice - I have had trouble bearing children. Is it ok to have your tubes fixed in order to bear children? (47:48)

Patrick tracks the sudden surge of UFO buzz and government disclosure chatter, tying it to both social media hype and an upcoming Spielberg film, while tossing in memories of rapture anxieties from decades ago. With callers and guests, he questions theories from demons to aliens and even addresses how fringe interpretations of texts like the Book of Enoch mingle with church teaching. The show keeps its feet on the ground amid a storm of rumors, pressing listeners to discern fact from frenzy. Aliens and UFO’s coming soon (00:35) Audio: Rep. Anna Paulina Luna on UFO’s and aliens: “I wouldn’t call them aliens, you will find out soon” - https://x.com/unstrangedworld/status/2051419512910549075?s=20 (07:50) Audio: UFO fever Another Pastor has come forward saying he was briefed on how to prepare his congregation for UFO Disclosure - https://x.com/RedPandaKoala/status/2051740444762194293?s=20 (10:49) Audio: They’re interdimensional. They’re not coming from space. They’re coming from under your house.” Christian minister Kevin Zadai says aliens are interdimensional hybrid beings waiting underground to reveal themselves. - https://x.com/The_Astral_/status/2051669255062511683?s=20 (15:25) Christine (email) - You’re feeding into the stories being circulated. (22:31) Leonard (email) - I remember when Covid 19 happened you were telling us to get ready for something big and you were saying that like a year before covid 19 and I brushed it off like yeah right, and sure enough covid happened in 2020 and everything you were talking about came to fruition. (25:40) Cynthia (email) - Airplane mode? Pete - As a Protestant, I have aways had a problem with Hal Lindsey and people like him who get people fired up. (32:19) Gary - Why is the Book of Enoch not in the Bible? (40:03) John – I have concerns about being overrun by the Muslim faith (45:14) Dan - I asked you about positive law and stop signs. Can you confirm that this principle applies also in the city? (49:38)

Hour 3 Patrick brings the smartphone struggle front and center, questioning why tech and social media seem to influence children more than their own families. Parents call in with raw confessions, regrets, and inventive solutions, from holding out on smartphones to battling the sneaky ways kids get around controls, while stories of bikes, banana seats, and even Maseratis bring humor and a touch of nostalgia to the mix. Rules, boundaries, and values collide with modern tech, leaving listeners weighing connection, safety, and family sanity in a world where a phone can change everything. Audio: Once kids get smart phones, family life turns into a fight over screen time . . . - https://x.com/drantbradley/status/2012876836502405511 (00:23) Audio: just because everyone is doing it doesn’t mean your kids should do it too - https://x.com/modernxdad/status/2015262851414544684 (02:21) Todd - Smart phone: I challenge you to switch to a flip phone and have kids watch Gun Smoke (09:14) Liz - We are a family of smart phone holdouts, and we gave our kids flip phones and my kids don't care. (10:25) Melissa - A counselor told me that I should get my kid a phone so she could feel more part of other kids' social circles. That was the beginning of the end. (19:36) Jorge - From where I come from, we didn't have TVs. I think I can enjoy the benefit of learning without it. I compare the TVs of yesterday to the phone today. (23:29) Jessica - Smart phones: Somethings that helped me prolong the eventuality of kids getting a phone was a straight A report card. (29:09) Gloria - Smart phone: I set parameters for my kids. My children wanted them at a young age. I did a lot of research before getting them phones. We used a lot of the parental controls available. I think it is working out. (34:14) Marie - I have a teenager and a preteen. I totally agree with Patrick. My 10-year-old hacked my iPad and removed restrictions. (40:27) Andrew - I am a parent of 6 kids. I struggle with how smart phones can lead to the sin of envy. (44:31) John - My college age son argues that killing in video games is moral and I argue it is not. Can you help me? (49:02) Originally Aired On 01-29-2026

Patrick opens with Taco Tuesday energy and playful lyrics from listeners, rolling straight into questions about animals in heaven, the beauty of music after death, and Catholic liturgical practices. He fields heartfelt concerns about family, responds to tough topics like suicide with sensitivity, and unpacks a wild story of a game show mastermind while sprinkling humor between advice and encouragement. Faith, food, music, and human struggle collide as Patrick threads Catholic insight through it all. Patrick and Cyrus celebrate Taco Tuesday on Cinco de Mayo! (00:46) Pete (email) – On animals going to heaven: Wouldn't it be better if "all frogs go to heaven" as well - warts and all? (05:01) Tom – I love Legos. We won't be playing with Legos we will be playing with Logos. (13:21) Caoimhe – What’s Relevant Radio’s mailing address? Abby Lee (email) - Don't change a thing! (16:20) Terry (email) - I have a niece who has been avoiding family events for a long time because she is gay and assume is afraid of reaction from family (18:06) Robert - What kind of music will there be in heaven? (22:54) Sehee (email) – Is it permitted, under Catholic liturgical norms, for non-Catholic or non-Christian students to serve as readers during Mass? (27:16) Keaton (email) - Yoga, Reiki, and stretching (31:35) Angie (email) – Is suicide a sin? (33:51) An unemployed ice cream truck driver memorized a game show’s secret pattern and won $110,000 in one day (39:46) Mark (email) – I hope we dance (44:46) Andrew (email) – I’m a registered sex offender but I’m a different person since being released from jail (48:55)

Patrick opens by reading an email from Andrew, a listener who rebuilt his life through faith after a sex offense conviction, sparking a raw discussion about forgiveness, change, and boundaries. Calls from listeners push the conversation into personal territory as they weigh trust, redemption, and the complexity of human weakness. Seeking Jesus and grace: Patrick finishes reading the email from Andrew, a sex offender who has turned his life around after being incarcerated (01:13) Eliza - The letter from this gentleman is good but can we trust him around children? (18:21) Tim - Once the souls are released from Purgatory into heaven, can they pray for our souls in Purgatory? (28:49) Terry - I used to work as a law enforcement officer. I remember that I dealt with a case where an 18-year-old was charged because of relationship with a 17yo. They used to knock on doors back in the day and you couldn’t get away from your past. (34:34) Eileen - Can you explain the Glory of God and why the Glory Be prayer says 'world without end'? (41:47) Erin - When you ask for an intercession for a saint, do you have to provide the background for your prayer intention. (47:47) Steve - What is the best source for an argument that refutes Islam? (49:53)

Patrick brings tough listener stories about family, forgiveness, and personal boundaries into sharp focus, opening the lines to honest, sometimes uncomfortable exchanges about redemption, the implications of criminal records, and what trust truly costs a family. Spirited questions about biblical texts and parenting philosophies, plus how discipline shapes a child’s future, intermingle with a streak of Taco Tuesday absurdity that disrupts expectations. Maureen (email) - How can he be redeemed if he was falling into sexual sin with this lady? (01:21) Dolores (email) - Four more points to consider re a woman marrying a convicted sex offender Magdalena (email) - One time an honest pedophile told me, “What turns you on turns you on and no amount of therapy will ever change it because it’s in my brain” (04:15) Angela (email) - I wanted to thank you for modeling empathy and humility, traits that are in short supply in today's world Laura (email) - To clarify, the young man and the victim were college aged, and it was the only occasion. I don't believe he's a danger to children. Nick - Acts 14:15 talks about the Apostles Barnabas and Paul. Is Barnabas also an Apostle? (08:46) Ramone (email) – Question about Hebrews (15:11) Michael (email) - The Bible won't judge you (24:33) Jim (email) - The Fatherly Gauntlet Doug - What do you think of the phenomena of 'gentle parenting'? (29:17) Megan - Is cigarette smoking a sin? (40:46) Mary - I think there is a difference between 'gentle parenting' and 'permissive parenting.' (46:27) Danny - How is the Word of God a double-edge sword? (49:21)

Patrick greets the morning with emails and calls, musing over his own journey in Catholic apologetics and what keeps him behind the microphone each day. He fields everything from whether Catholics should rebuke Satan, to the question of animals in heaven, to honest talk about social tensions at Catholic schools. Mel Gibson’s new film, shimmering scientific discoveries about life and death, and sharp differences between Catholic and Protestant views on Mary also stir the hour, with unexpected stories and personal confessions woven throughout. Daniel (email) - What keeps you motivated to keep doing this day after day for so long? (01:08) Bridget (email) - Can we rebuke Satan? (08:14) Hillary (email) - I know why you don't recall a lot of safety discussions with your children, because back then, the world wasn't nearly as dangerous as it is today (13:10) Kevin (email) – There is proof that there are animals in heaven (15:21) Anonymous (email) - How does a Catholic mom like me—who tries hard to follow the rules—deal with mean moms at my kids’ Catholic high school? (17:48) Mel Gibson’s ‘The Resurrection of the Christ’ Wraps Seven-Month Shoot - https://www.worldofreel.com/blog/2026/4/30/mel-gibsons-resurrection-of-the-christ-wraps-production-robrecht-heyvae-is-cinematographer (23:35) Did Jesus Go to Hell? What the Creed Really Means When It Says He “Descended into the Underworld” by Patrick Madrid - https://patrickmadrid.substack.com/p/did-jesus-go-to-hell (25:49) Joe - Are there any scholarly research into why John the Baptist was punished for doubting angel and yet Thomas was not punished? (28:39) Thomas - Why do the majority of people not worship Mary anymore? (31:34) We Emit a Visible Light That Vanishes When We Die, Surprising Study Says - https://www.sciencealert.com/we-emit-a-visible-light-that-vanishes-when-we-die-surprising-study-says (40:01) Tim - I think Jesus did descend into the Hell of the Damned (43:58)

Patrick welcomes listeners with a thoughtful playlist of real stories, candid advice, and a spontaneous song inspired by a listener’s encouragement to “keep going.” He fields questions about Catholic confession, Mass etiquette, faith in times of suffering, even confronting distractions in church. Laughter and moments of humility weave through every exchange as Patrick explores the challenges and consolations found in everyday faith. Joseph (email) - Keep Going (00:35) Patrick turns Joseph’s email into a song! (02:18) Susan - What kind of book can I recommend for my friend who is really suffering with his faith? (04:49) Kevin - When David sinned with Bathsheba, he confessed directly to God so why do we have to confess to priest. (09:49) Reyna - Does a wedding Mass have to be at a different time than a Sunday Mass? (16:00) Mary - How do I address the problem of Eucharistic Ministers giggling and laughing as they hand out the host? (22:11) Norman - I go to a Protestant Church. Why isn't 1 Timothy 5:17-21 and also James 3:1 practiced in the Catholic Church? (31:25) Rose - How do we know that a false prophet is a false prophet? (40:21) Audio: “Works-based salvation” is a myth - https://x.com/BillArnoldTeach/status/2049999625025912847?s=20 (46:01) Linda – Is a lie a mortal sin? (50:09)

Patrick takes heartfelt calls about faith, struggles with sin, and everyday life’s challenges. He fields questions on Catholic teaching, parish choices, the pain of medical mishaps, and the quiet invitation of conversion, weaving personal experiences and practical solutions with moments of encouragement and music-inspired fun. Are you healthy or sick? Comedian Mike Goodwin – https://x.com/LloydLegalist/status/2050620923921752289?s=20 (00:20) Mark - Masturbation has plagued me all my life. Is this considered a mortal sin? (02:07) Patrick speaks on practicing virtue till you’re good at it Nicole - Why don’t people stand up for people anymore? (11:09) James - Jesus said that not everyone who calls on his name will be saved. How do we know if we are going to heaven? (17:01) Daniel - Is it ok to depose of my brother's ashes in the sea and to participate in a Native American practice or would that be idolatry? (25:52) Richard - I have nondenominational person on my prayer list. Can we pray with other denominations? (30:00) Andrew - Do you have to go to your territorial parish? (33:29) Debbie – I just started OCIA. (39:31) Larry - What do you call it when you exorcise the devil? (46:06) Helen - I was at Mass yesterday, and our pastor said that no one who dies between Easter and Pentecost automatically goes to heaven. Is this true? (47:32) Susan - Patrick, I love Taco Tuesdays because of the suggestions you give and the songs. (49:27)