The Patrick Madrid Show

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) (Originally Aired on 05/18/2026)

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) (Originally Aired on 05/18/2026)

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) (Originally Aired on 05/18/2026)

Patrick explores the enduring influence of Paul McCartney, reflecting on his Catholic background and the possibility of spiritual renewal as he marks his 84th birthday, then turns sharply to the upheaval sparked by the Society of St. Pius X preparing to ordain bishops against papal authority. Questions of obedience, tradition, and discord within Catholicism surface rapidly, paired with practical advice for those eager to learn apologetics, defend the faith, and understand scripture, Marian beliefs, and the Eucharist. From commentary on cultural icons to a vigorous debate about schism and church unity, Patrick blends concern, encouragement, and a persistent appeal for deeper knowledge. Michele (email) - I hear that there are some Muslims who have converted to Catholicism or at least Christianity. Is it possible to find these converts and have them on your show? (04:25) Ana (email) - Some of us are confused about Pope Leo warning of the ordination of bishops in the Society of Pius X. Why is there a group of bishops doing this? What is the purpose or objective of this society? Why don't these bishops follow the usual, formal route of Catholic bishops? (07:45) Noel - Pope Benedict lifted the Excommunications of SSPX. Liberal Catholic Churches are more in schism than the SSPX. (22:45) Luis (email) - What Catholic apologetics resources and study advice would you recommend for a father and his 13-year-old daughter who is rapidly diving into the Catechism to defend the faith? (38:56) Cheryl (email) - 1. When reading scripture, I almost always want to know what it really means - the context, and so on. Do you have an online commentary to recommend? 2. A dear friend is 60, and was Catholic until about 15 years ago. Now she attends a Covenant church more often than not. There are three things the Church believes that she finds barriers to her being Catholic - and she'd like to more fully understand the Church's stand: 1 Mary being sinless and 2 the Eucharist being not just a symbol, and if it is really Jesus, why is it only through a Catholic priest that that can be achieved. Along with this, she feels like praying to the Blessed Sacrament is a form of idolatry. (46:55)

Patrick explores everything from seeking Catholic-friendly guides to the Book of Revelation and unpacking the Enneagram’s fit with faith, to recommending movies that stir the soul or spark debate—such as "The Passion of the Christ" and "Jesus of Nazareth." Questions about intention, content filtering, and the challenge of finding beauty and virtue in art come alive as Patrick weighs in, fielding practical tips, personal anecdotes, and observations about how media shapes the spiritual journey. Conversation shifts rapidly: one moment it’s about saints and personality types, the next it’s the ethics of film censorship or the impact of watching a powerful scene in a dark theater. Justin - Can you recommend a book that talks about the Book of Revelation? (00:47) Erika (email) - Is the Enneagram compatible with the Catholic faith? (03:26) Mike - What do you think about Mel Gibson's Passion 2 movie that he is making with an Archbishop? (09:37) Lisa (email) - Just wanted to tell you that the beautiful film Jesus of Nazareth has always been my favorite as well. (22:35) Patrick and Cyrus contemplate the pros and cons of censorship Nicki - I use ClearPlay to edit out the bad stuff. We were able to show my kids Interstellar and Marvel movies because of this. (40:35) Bob - In Mathew 5 it says, 'let the light shine before others...and see your good dead's' but then it also says, 'Don't make a big deal out of the good things you do' (44:30)

Patrick tackles family tension head-on, offering clear guidance for those wrestling with upholding faith amid modern complexities, especially when family gatherings or relationships clash with Catholic convictions. He shifts quickly between profound spiritual advice, stories of gift-giving, and raw conversations about estrangement, heartbreak, and faith’s enduring relevance in home life. Unfiltered and sincere, Patrick keeps the conversation immediate, rooting every insight in lived experience and sharp perspective. John (email) - As Catholics who view same-sex relationships and cohabitation as contrary to Church teaching, should we attend a week-long family beach house reunion where those relatives will be present and sharing the rental, or is it right to decline to avoid tacitly supporting the behavior? (00:51) Sue - There is a website called Kids-in-mind that breaks down the stuff in movies that might be problematic. (08:34) Vicki - Can I give Holy Water as a party favor at the baptism party? (12:06) Conrad - My girlfriend and I are planning to get married, but she has to get an annulment because her ex-husband had to get all of his sacraments at one time to get married. Does that not make it illegitimate? (14:08) George - What is your favorite Psalm? (21:14) Jay - My goddaughter received her confirmation at 15 and I am wondering which gift to get her. (24:55) Nancy - What do you do when your adult child (40) says they want to cut off all contact? (28:15) Jean - My friend purchased a home where the previous tenant killed himself in the home. Do you have any advice for my friend? (37:19) Patrick reads and responds to emails

Patrick opens the hour sorting through the difference between Eastern Catholic and Eastern Orthodox churches (01:16), then fields bold questions about faith, relationships, and real-world messiness, such as the impact of living together outside marriage on salvation (05:31). He weaves listener stories of struggle and hope with advice about ordering life around God (16:08), discusses altar servers and gender at Mass (21:14), and gives direct responses to practical concerns like praying personalized rosaries (47:23). One moment quiets into reflection, the next springs into debate; Patrick keeps the energy high and the conversation rooted in Catholic teaching. Millicent (email) - Western Orthodox churches are not in communion with Rome, right? I know Eastern Catholic churches are under the Pope’s reign, but we aren't allowed to attend Western Orthodox, or are we? (01:10) Wesley - My future wife and I are both Catholic and we about to have our second son tomorrow. Hoping to baptize him soon. If I die, before I got married, what would my salvation state be? (04:21) Billy (email) - My wife and I fulfilled our Sunday obligation at a beautiful cathedral in London this past Sunday. Aside from the Priest and the Deacon, every other server in the Mass was female (eight altar girls, all women readers and all women ushers). (21:17) Todd - Similar to Wesley, I fell into living with a girl three different times. I knew it was wrong. (29:34) John - If you die with mortal sin, do you have the option to go to Purgatory or is that option not there? (38:43) Roger – Wesley’s story is similar to mine. I was making excuses and realized I wasn’t living a saintly life. God justifies us, not us. (41:25) Sharie – When I pray the Rosary, is it okay instead of meditating on the mysteries to pray for individual people instead? (47:17)

Patrick explores personal transformation and faith through stories of unexpected conversion and mutual mentoring, where guidance flows both ways, not just from mentor to mentee. The episode lingers on heartfelt questions of vocation, wrestling with desire for marriage alongside the calling to broader service, while also weaving in moral choices, the value of mercy, and even a few notes of classic rock nostalgia. Some moments challenge, others soothe, yet all reveal the complexity and beauty of seeking purpose with sincerity. Tom - My wife and I were mentoring a couple going through the same scenario as Wesley (the young man from the first hour). (01:29) Randall (email) - Abolitionist > Prolife: We Abolitionist support equal rights and no legal abortion (women shouldn't have a free pass on murder) (14:45) Lia - What did your comment, “You are either here to serve or be married” mean or imply? (21:40) Bill (email) – Please discuss the notion of Jesus accepted Veronica’s help and that if the Catholic Church approves something then it must be appropriate. (38:06) Kaylie - We sign things all the time. Is it a sin to go against something in a contract that was so long we couldn't thoroughly read it? (43:49)

Patrick takes intensely personal calls about Catholic marriage and impotence, blending frank teaching with practical steps for those facing canonical obstacles. He offers parents heartfelt strategies for engaging adult children who stray morally or spiritually, nudging toward reflective conversation rather than confrontation, while challenging both superstitions about cursed religious objects and casual justifications for grave sins like abortion. In between, Patrick slips in musical asides and a reminder to weigh internet voices with discernment, holding up prayer and thoughtful evangelization as anchors through faith’s messier questions. Email – I’m an old man and I can no longer have marital relations and cannot consummate the marriage. Can I get married outside of the Church? (00:42) Sarah - How to bring up the conversation with my adult child who I’m pretty sure has committed adultery, doesn’t go to confession, and is there the possibility of hell? (04:17) Terese (email) - What is an appropriate response to a person that says they're a "recovering Catholic"? (10:52) Michael – Do you have any advice on rosaries made in China. I blessed them with Holy Water because I heard they could be demon possessed from China. (19:44) Linda - Is there a resource for finding more of the leading questions talking to your child about adultery. (38:16) Rose - Is it okay to watch scary movies as a Catholic? Should he avoid them and should I continue to turn him away from them? (43:55) Gloria - We just bought a used car. Is it necessary to get it blessed or can we do a prayer on our own? (48:31)

Patrick takes listeners through unpredictable challenges, poking at how faith shapes worry and how prayers resolve in offbeat ways. He runs into commentary on controversial movies, Catholic sacramental records, and heated calls about public values, all while tossing in humor and the frustration of family debates. Questions spark about marriage, etiquette in theaters, and speaking out, and Patrick pushes for honest conversation even as anxieties swirl. Patrick and Cyrus share their love of movies (and point out a lack of etiquette in theaters lately) (00:45) Jackie - Need advice on a friend whose daughter finished PreCana and they cannot find her first communion certificate. No one in diocese is helping. (12:51) Paul - What constitutes a valid marriage in eyes of church or in God's eyes? (21:000) Alex - I'm attending a town hall meeting to persuade them to take down the pride flags permanently. I need advice on how to persuade them. (30:10) Jim - My brother in-law and sister-in-law attended a gay-pride event over the weekend. What to do about this, especially protecting the children? (40:49)

Patrick explores questions on the validity of confession for non-Catholics, considers the heartbreak of family divides caused by differences in faith, and gives straightforward answers about cremation’s place in Catholic teaching. He consults Church guidelines on fasting before Communion, fields concerns about evangelizing among Muslims, and addresses how to maintain compassion while responding honestly to gender identity in relatives. Patrick weaves encouragement and clarity through shifting topics, offering listeners both practical advice and thoughtful theological reflection. Ryden - If a Protestant knew what to say in confession, and confessed everything, would it be valid? (01:58) Kelly – My parents were not validly married (09:18) Alice – What does the Church teach about cremation? Can you still go to heaven if you’re cremated? (20:55) Maura – Why don’t we try to evangelize to Muslims? (30:46) Kathy - Has the cause for canonization for Adele Brise of Champion Wisconsin ever been opened? (37:21) Chet – Regarding the one hour fast before receiving the Eucharist, is black coffee acceptable? (38:00) Bella (email) - Need help with upcoming family reunion with "transgender" nephew (44:33)

Patrick explores everything from the legacy of Pope Pius XII (including his actions toward Jews in World War II) to nuanced questions about priestly vocations, altar servers, and the details of Catholic liturgy. He answers questions about daily Mass devotions, kneeling protocols, what qualifies someone for sainthood, and what families can do when parents hesitate to baptize their children. Personal stories, raw questions, even discussions of movies like What About Bob—all swirl together, challenging and comforting anyone seeking answers in the modern Catholic experience. Nathaniel (12-years-old) - What do you think of Pope Pius XII? Some people thought he was bad but there is new information saying he helped the Jews. (00:42) Tom - What does the Church teach on ordaining gay priests or those with gay tendencies. (03:37) Sandy - I am 85 and am still working and I am looking forward to retirement. (21:50) Paul - If I attend Saturday vigil, does that count for the 1st Saturday devotion if I can't attend morning mass? (26:33) Richard - A man who is gay and wants to be a priest, and decides to be celibate, Catholic priesthood seems like the perfect place for him. (29:58) Linda - Are Catholic churches allowed to not have any kneelers in the pews? (35:54) Al - Graduation masses: is it appropriate during the Mass to bring other gifts to the altar area that are symbols for grads (like textbooks etc.)? (41:45) Margie – I want to get our grandchildren baptized. (47:16) Gina - Does a person have to be incorruptible to be considered for the cause for Sainthood to be opened? Do they have to be dead to start cause? (50:00)

Patrick answers listener questions about conscience at Mass, spiritual risks in entertainment, and the real meaning of retirement for Catholics, sparking reflections on guilt, purpose, and virtue later in life. Old routines, difficult conversations, and the quiet moments between faith and uncertainty pulse throughout. Les (email) - Should I continue doing something if my conscience keeps bothering me? (00:42) Michael (email) - As adult Catholics, don’t we bear the responsibility in getting ourselves catechized by attending Mass, reading scripture and other spiritual books, including familiarizing ourselves with the catechism of the Catholic Church? (05:39) Ruben - Where does the Church stand on fantasy and spell-casting elements of certain board games (for ex. dungeons and dragons) (12:09) Joseph - Does the Church have any teachings on retirement? It is not in the Bible, so was this just a culture idea? Should we retire? (19:32) Christian - What are things I can do to help deepen my faith and come into the Catholic Church? I was raised non-denominational. (31:58) Catherine - I continued working for my daughter's accounting business instead of retiring. I was making too many mistakes and realized it was best for them to find younger accountant. (39:31)

Patrick brings together stories of faith, purpose, and the journey of retirement, all layered with listeners’ honest struggles and deep yearning for spiritual connection. He confronts the pain of exclusion after trauma in the Church, offering listeners real direction and compassion from a place that aches for healing. Questions about living the faith, volunteering, voicing concerns about parish life, and decisions on family planning get met with both challenge and hope, leaving space for both vulnerability and grace. Cindy (email) - Retirement isn't evil. It's just what you do with it. (00:29) Marybeth - I was able to retire at 52. I'd like to talk about how God allows us this time so we can pray more and minister to the needy. (01:18) Johnny - Yesterday at Mass, the priest was promoting a LGBTQ celebration. I asked him after 'Why are you promoting sin?' (05:58) Ed - I'm 80. You need to keep busy and stay active in the faith. Keep doing things as long as your body allows you. (11:44) Sandy - I'm working part time at a library. I feel we are social worker. We can still make a difference in the world and at work (16:43) Olivia - How would someone find the right community when some parishes seem exclusionary? It's been very difficult for me. (20:33) Maria – My 18-year-old son is very dedicated to the faith, but he feels like God is not responding to him. What advice can I give him? (38:05) Joseph - Marital abstinence: my wife and I are open to life but there are some health things we'd like to take care of first. What does the Church teach? (42:41) No, Natural Family Planning Is Not Contraception – By Patrick Madrid - https://patrickmadrid.substack.com/p/why-natural-family-planning-is-not Elizabeth – Woundedness: I had similar situation to previous caller, Olivia. I want to give that young lady support. We can't judge the whole Church on one bad man. (49:24)

Patrick explores Eucharistic ministry procedures, relics, and the reality of suffering after loss while encouraging listeners to seek consolation in faith and small acts of kindness. Listeners hear about the value and challenges of aging, reflections on retirement, practical grief resources, and faith questions on biblical events and Catholic practices, all flowing through real calls and heartfelt advice. Email - When an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion has one or two extra consecrated hosts remaining after distribution (whether after Mass in the sacristy or from bringing Communion to a nursing home), must they be returned to the ciborium in the tabernacle, or may the EMHC reverently consume them? (00:38) Daphne - I have a third-class relic touched to the bone of St. Philomena. When I die and if I'm a saint, will that become a 2nd or 3rd class relic? (03:24) Camille (email) - I have a "lazy" retirement, and I donate lots of clothes Alan - I work in a think tank for senior issues. I don't believe in retirement since you can die much younger if you aren't active. (09:26) Audio: Pastor Charles Swindoll drive-through joke - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5qn_4yeYFXs (17:31) Jim – We lost our child a year ago and I’m looking for resources for my depression and anger (19:58) Grant - I'm in his same diocese as Jim. The Catholic charities in Winona MN have the counseling that he is looking for. (29:10) Paul (email) – Did the transubstantiation occur at the Last Supper? And if so, how, since he hadn’t yet gone through the Passion and resurrection yet? (31:06) Arthur – Is Pilates okay for physical therapy and exercise? (34:52) Jude - Matthew 2:19-22. Why is Joseph having conflicting dreams? (39:41) Kade (12-years-old) - In the Old Testament, why does God seem sort of stand-offish? (42:51) Cecilia - We also lost a child who was 23. We found a support group 'Compassionate Friends' which was a huge help. Crying is a healing process. (48:28)

In Hour 3 of The Patrick Madrid Show, Patrick continues the conversation with Joseph about specific points from the Synod on Synodality, Laura calls about The Sacred Heart Of Jesus movie released recently, is the phrase, "God helps those who help themselves" accurate? Patrick addresses theses concerns and more on today's show. Patrick continues the conversation with Joseph Laura - I saw the Sacred Heart movie last night. I fon't understand why Jesus gave St. Margaret Mary his pain to endure. Erin - Is it too late to ask the Saints' intercession after finishing my prayer? Is it better to pray to more souls on my behalf, or concentrate on any favorites? Break 1 Drew - I've heard that Jesus helps those who help themselves. What does this mean and where is it in the Bible? Break 2 Dawn - A relative has become destitute. What is my obligation financially for someone in that nature? Ken - Yesterday our 20-year-old granddaughter committed suicide with drugs. Is there any thoughts and advice you can offer?

On today's Hour 1 of the Patrick Madrid Show, Patrick provides insights to engaging questions from listeners. Anita emails in and wants to know if there is a starter kit for praying novenas, Gabe asks if movies can have curses or demons attached to them, and Patrick assures listeners that one doesn't actually have to say the words "I consecrate" for a consecration to be authentic. Plus, more questions from the audience including, what is a humeral veil and what are "liturgical digits"? Email – Anita – Is there a starter kit for praying novenas? Sr. Maria Francesca - some bishops had photos of wearing gloves... does this have to do with touching host? Can priests wear them too? Email – Gabe: Can a movie have cruses or demons attached to it? Break 1 Email – Cynthia: Why didn’t the bishops explicitly say the word’s consecration? The priest nowhere says “ I consecrate this bread” during the Eucharistic prayer. You don’t have to use the word “I consecrate” as these words are not integral to the act of a consecration. Nathaniel - What do you think of the Protestant Reformers, and do you think they should have been killed? Kevin - The humeral veil--is it mainly used to support the weight of the monstrance while processing? Break 2 Email – Christine: After three years of marriage my husband left and then came back. Would this qualify as an invalid marriage? Ruben - Do you know anything about liturgical digits and the priest keeping his index and thumb together after the Consecration. Was this required before Vatican II?

On today's Hour 2 of the Patrick Madrid Show, Julia calls in about her filing for an annulment at her parish, Kurt wants to know about the differences between the Protestant and Catholic view on the Eucharist. Patrick discusses Michael Jackson's song The Abortion Papers, and Anne asks about a priest who announce he was gay. Finally, Patrick has a thoughtful discussion with Rose about divorce and if it would be better for children to live in a house with problems or for the parents to split. Julia - I'm filing for an annulment. I had advocates at a parish I found, supporting me through my abuse. Maybe 'Christine' could seek similar people. Kurt - What is the difference between the Catholic and Protestant view on the Eucharist? What about flies in the chalice; can they taint the Blood of Christ? Break 1 Audio: Live Action on the song Abortion Papers by Michael Jackson and a clip of the song. Patrick talks about the Abortion Papers song from Michael Jackson. Anne - What do you think about a priest who announced in Church that he is gay? Rose - Is it better for children to live in a house filled with problems or with divorced parents? Break 2 Patrick continues the discussion with Rose. Joseph - What are your thoughts on the Synod of Synodality, and working groups number 7 and 9?

Patrick begins with the Senate hearing clash over white supremacy accusations leveled at pro-life advocates, spotlighting abortion’s disproportionate impact on the Black community and the struggle to answer hard public questions. He shifts quickly, offering advice to help listeners keep their friendships strong when politics or beliefs threaten to tear them apart, and moves on to explore music in the church, the meaning behind “make a joyful noise unto the Lord,” the proper context for blessings at Mass, and the confusion irregular couples face about communion. Catholic tradition, contemporary controversies, and questions about faith’s place in a world shaped by media events—even Spielberg’s forthcoming film on aliens—surface and swirl, with Patrick weaving scripture, pastoral insight, and frank observations into every answer. Audio: Do you believe that pro-lifers are white supremacist - Rep. Brandon Gill (R-TX): Your organization said that restricting and banning abortion is a tool that the far right uses to maintain white supremacy. Do you believe that pro-lifers are white supremacist?” SPLC CEO Bryan Fair: “Ummm, I believe that reproductive liberty is... I can’t answer that question yes or no.” - https://x.com/RedWavePress/status/2064412651438972963?s=20 (01:16) Audio: Do you have any advice for not getting angry at people who you genuinely care about, who you want to preserve a friendship with, and not like ruin something over politics? Turning Point with Dana Loesch a well-known conservative radio host, author, and commentator (formerly the NRA's national spokesperson) - https://x.com/TPUSA/status/2063394012791460144/video/1?s=46 (08:30) Irene - What does 'make a joyful noise unto the Lord' mean? (10:51) Janet (email) - Confused About Receiving Blessing as Irregular Couple (18:49) Kevin (email) - Seems to me ALL Protestants have been Baptized, yet they all believe in John 6 31-71, that Jesus was speaking figuratively. What’s the difference between going to heaven and entering Eternal Life? Rick - Would’ve been nice to have you at the prison last night when one of our guys asked if it was okay for him to make a burnt offering of a trophy animal he harvested while hunting as a thank you and honor to God. He believes the Old Testament teaches that God appreciates this kind of offering. He made it clear this burnt offering was not intended as a sacrifice since he recognized Jesus is the one true sacrifice. Is his burnt offering okay? (27:58) Jamie (email) - Steven Spielberg designed his UFO film Disclosure Day to challenge humanity's fundamental religious beliefs (35:30) Tim - My niece is living with someone before marriage and she’s not a Catholic. I’m concerned she’s going to ask me to walk her down the aisle. (43:53)

Patrick answers listener questions about Catholic teachings, shifting effortlessly between sacramental practices, the history of extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion, and the significance of consecrated hands for distributing the Eucharist. He considers challenges in families when dealing with mixed religious practices, visions near the end of life, and the complexities of time and eternity. Wes (email) – You keep insisting remarried folks divorce their spouse, move out of their house to satisfy your desire that they not take a blessing from the priest at Mass. Why do you care so much? Why not just be present with the Lord at Mass? (00:35) Rafael - My wife and I are thinking about being Eucharistic ministers. What would you recommend to us to study/prep? Also, my niece’s family did a ritual over their baby. (04:20) Patrick gives a quick history lesson on Deacons and extraordinary ministers touching the Host (07:24) David - My mother has been seeing “people” in her bedroom. Saying the name of Jesus causes them to dissipate. (18:41) Todd - What do you think of communion for the homebound in terms of extraordinary ministers? (25:31) Catherine – What kind of people will we see in Purgatory and Heaven? Is it possible we will see our future grandchildren? (30:04) Lori (email) - Why I’m no longer an Extraordinary Minister of Communion (35:45) Aidan - Catholic courtship and marriage: how would a young adult take an approach to the traditional courtship leading to marriage? (37:28) Janice - About the women seeing things at night: We should pray for those people, because they could be a soul from Purgatory (43:12) Natalie - If God is outside of time, and we can go into a communion with him out of time in Heaven, could we at this moment be in Heaven? (47:30)

Patrick draws listeners into a vibrant stream of candid questions, from the frustration over workplace diversity’s focus on certain faiths to the thorny issues of predestination, marriage validity, and speculation about extraterrestrial life. Catholic doctrine spirals alongside practical insights as Patrick weighs both tradition and Scripture, offering listeners guidance for expressing concerns, understanding biblical teachings about wealth, and wrestling with theological puzzles. Spiritual growth and real-world dilemmas meet in moments of wit, surprise, and grounded advice. Stephanie - At my work, an educational email about Ramadan and Lent was sent, but more info on Ramadan versus Lent. How should I approach HR with that? (00:52) George - Keep reading about the rich being sent away empty. How does the Church look on rich people today? (10:38) Ozzie - Can a Mormon marriage be validated? My sister-in-law got married in a Mormon church but she wants to re-enter the Church. (15:03) Jackie - Romans 8:29: What does this passage mean exactly in terms of 'firstborn among many brothers'? (19:48) Chuck - What is the Catholic church's stance on UFOs and extraterrestrials? Why are people having such a hard time with this? Anne Marie - When you say Demons don’t need UFOs to get around doesn't mean they wouldn't use them to deceive us. (36:51) Paul - What is the definition on 'valid' or 'validity' in terms of marriage. Is this 'valid' in the eyes of the Church or in God's eyes?

Patrick clashes with the first caller in a heated debate over Catholic exclusivity, blessings, and whether Catholics truly know how to pray or seek spiritual help. Accusations fly as the caller insists that lay Catholics are left spiritually wanting and critiques the refusal to seek blessings from non-Catholic ministers, while Patrick defends the Church’s distinct practices and the special authority granted to priests, dismissing broad generalizations as untrue. Patrick opens the hour with a very heated caller, Joseph, who claims Patick is promoting an exclusive Catholicism when it comes to blessings. (00:35) Jodi - I disagree with Joseph. Confession is absolutely something that is so good for the soul. It prepares our soul for the end of life. (12:27) Monica - No matter what parish I go to blessing has been easy for me. Joseph’s comment confuses me. At first this made me angry, but as the call continued, I felt like maybe he was hurting. (17:48) Sean - What does Matthew 16:18 mean about Peter the Rock? How can I understand? (19:48) Didier - I think it is a fallacy that Protestants are trying to convert Catholics. It's like saying people with other English accents don’t speak English. (29:36) Email – Everyone in heaven is a Catholic Richard – Did you say Catholics who leave the Church will not go to heaven? (37:29) Katherine - Do we keep our memories in heaven? Will our entire earthly experience still be present to us? (44:19) Barbara - We do have to be careful about Catholic chaplains being sidelined. US army recently cut down support systems that did affect Catholic chaplains. (47:41) Nader - In order to get to heaven, we have to receive the sacraments. What if I don't have access to a priest? (50:00)

Patrick updates listeners about the Pentagon’s sudden shift on military religious classifications, pulling back the curtain on why Mormons were removed from the Christian label and how the uproar led to scrapping the overarching Christian category entirely. He discusses the unique beliefs of various faith groups, even touching on the oddities of Scientology and reflecting on practical spiritual matters like holy water, before shifting gears into everyday moments of kindness on the road with a Matthew McConaughey anecdote, all while fielding questions that range from angels in the garden to whether aliens could have souls. Pentagon Amends Christian Designations After Mormon Complaints (00:57) Scientology is not on the list (07:14) Tony - How often do priests bless holy water? Can we fill up our own house holy water fonts with just regular water if there is already holy water in there? (18:15) Email – Did Jesus have a Guardian Angel? (25:39) Kathy - Priest only used a simple blessing on the holy water in our adoration chapel and not the exorcist blessing. (32:00) Audio: Matthew McConaughey reveals how letting one car merge in traffic gave him a neighbor watching his house for life - https://x.com/CasperOnChain/status/2064372950757728571 (37:11) What’s the correct way to merge in heavy traffic? (41:43) Isaac (11-year-old) - Do aliens have eternal souls like us and are they going to get saved? (47:31)

Patrick questions the spiritual status of hypothetical extraterrestrial life, wrestles with the nature of rational souls and universal concepts, and guides a listener through the weighty fog of adolescent loneliness, urging genuine action and seeking help. Holy water rituals come under scrutiny—salt or not, blessings from priests and laity untangled. Threaded through it all: stories of public penance in ancient times, military chaplaincy pressures, and the raw, sometimes messy search for meaning. Isaac (11-year-old) – Would aliens have a right to be mad at God if they don’t have eternal souls? (00:40) John (email) - I believe the previous caller was asking whether holy water should contain salt as well. Not all priests use the full ritual for making holy water, which includes exorcised salt. I suspect most simply make the sign of the Cross over the water. (06:40) Wade - I thought a person could not bless themselves with Holy water, that someone else has to bless them. (08:09) Email – Does holy water expire? Emmanuel (17-years-old) - I've been feeling more alone and pushing people away more. I was not like this growing up, but now I'm like this at my new high school. (14:51) Leonard (email) - I was in same situation back in 1996. I moved from all my friends who I grew up with since elementary, then in 11th grade I moved to a new school (24:49) Jaun (email) - If I was unable to receive the sacrament of reconciliation and not in a state of Grace while attending Mass, should I approach the altar for Holy Communion, cross my arms over my chest and receive a blessing from the Priest, or is it best I stay kneeling in the pew and pray for forgiveness? (32:18) Mary - Can you explain and elaborate more on Catholic Chaplains in the military? (41:07) Angie (email) - I went to an Episcopalian wedding where the minister said she would give a blessing to those who couldn’t receive. Did I do the right thing to not go up? (46:13)

Patrick answers listener questions about everything from Catholic misunderstandings of the Eucharist to the validity of the Mass when accidental mistakes happen during readings, bringing scripture and tradition to bear on each topic. He addresses what happens to the souls lost in Noah's flood, explains canon law distinctions on annulment, and walks through how Catholics understand prayer to saints like Mary alongside worship reserved for God alone. Some write in bewildered by family members clinging to ideas about a dome-encased earth, others seek reassurance about returning to church after decades away—Patrick responds with candor, biblical references, and a readiness for surprises. Maryjane (email) - My boyfriend is Methodist. He likes the idea of Confession but said that he doesn’t believe “crucifying Christ every week at Mass” is something he could subscribe to. How would you have responded to this type of understanding of our celebration of the Eucharist? (00:45) Mary (email) - Did I ruin Mass for everyone? (04:55) Joan (email) – Does the church have any teaching in what happened to the souls of the people that died in the flood during Noah’s time? (10:12) Marshall (email) - Adultery and Annulment: If Joseph was allowed to divorce Mary for supposed infidelity, why isn’t that allowed for an annulment? (15:03) Julie (email) - Is Mass outdoors permitted by the Church? (20:58) Hunter (email) - I was just recently baptized into the Lutheran church and was very happy. Until a few days ago I had the most horrible dream that included demons visiting/harming me and I woke up with scratches up and down my arm. I won't go into detail but I woke up with this feeling/voice in my heart and stomach that keeps pulling me to the Catholic Church but I still have my issues with some Catholic dogma or doctrine. Do you have any recommendations on what I should do next? Dee - What is the Bible actually saying about the firmament? My daughter thinks we are enclosed in an Earth dome with heaven above, and we can't get out. (30:40) James - Why is Mary elevated to a position of equality alongside God the Father and Son and Holy Spirit? (39:28)

Patrick opens up the hour exploring forgiveness and the longing for redemption, responding to listeners wrestling with decades away from the sacraments and the heaviest sins. The conversation shifts between the specifics of confession, concrete church teachings on annulments and in vitro fertilization, and the subtleties distinguishing Catholic priestly societies, all while fielding heartfelt questions about facing moral conflict in ordinary life—like how to attend an IVF baby shower as a Catholic. The current of hope, reassurance, and practical spiritual advice surges beneath every honest exchange. Patrick continues his conversation with James who, just before the break asked, “Is there any hope for me?” (01:04) Cheryl - When I returned to the Church, there was an amazing priest who helped me. (07:33) Michael (email) - You mentioned to James that Mary is the highest human creature. What about Jesus's human nature? Is His human nature a creation? Is it more accurate to call Mary the highest human “person”? (12:10) Chris (email) - My first wife and I were married by a Unitarian minister. We divorced after 8 years of marriage. Neither of us were practicing Catholics. I had no affiliation with the Catholic Church but was baptized in a Baptist church. I have since started OCIA classes to become Catholic. The woman I’m dating is Catholic and is getting an annulment. Would I have to get an annulment as well? (13:25) Ellen (email) - Why does it bother you when people ask to remain anonymous? (14:51) Judith (email) - Prior to a young man going through a bone marrow transplant that would leave him sterile, he stored some of his sperm for use with his future wife. After he recovered and married, he used his sperm with his wife’s eggs to create a beautiful embryo that became a wonderful faithful young man. This embryo was placed in the body of his biological mother. Was this a sin? (19:17) Carolyn - Can a diocesan priests celebrate mass facing the people versus religious order priests facing ad orientem? What’s the difference between SSPX and FSSP orders? (28:03) Liana – A couple of close friends got pregnant using IVF. How should our relationship go forward? (40:33) John - If after communion is distributed there are several hosts leftover, can they be used at another Mass? (46:22)

Personal stories ripple through the hour, from listeners wrestling with infertility options to those struggling with marriage outside the Church, each seeking clarity and reassurance within the Church’s teachings. Nancy (email) – Why do some parishes offer confession after mass but no before? (00:30) Rhonda – With the shortage of priests today, why shouldn't we allow priests to be married? Why can’t we have women priests? (03:16) Terry - I learned that God put a beautiful barrier up with infertility if there is an infection. When we jump that barrier with IVF, you will lose the baby. (12:30) Joshua - You said that the devil is not totally evil and that we aren't supposed to hate things. Should we love the devil? (16:37) Penny (email) - I was told about a nearby SSPX mission church that holds the Traditional Latin Mass (24:56) Marcela - I was away from the church for 50 years and I’ve been brought back by Patrick Madrid and Relevant Radio! (31:16) Mary - If someone married outside of Church but Catholic themselves and did not marry a Catholic, are they in state of grace? What do they do? (37:11) Jeanette - What happens to aborted babies' souls? Where do they go? (43:28) Email - goes into more detail from yesterday concerning John 6:25-70

Patrick addresses live-wire issues across Catholic life, from martyrdom and liturgical disputes to Catholic identity in a world bristling with controversy about Israel, AI, and Vatican II. Listeners encounter raw stories of faith, unsettling questions on seminary formation and abuse, the awkward tension of interchurch invitations, plus the blunt reality of raising children amid cultural anxiety. Fresh, unpredictable, and sometimes bracing, Patrick threads practical advice with direct engagement on challenges facing Catholics today. Alonzo - What is martyrdom and what are the requirements for it according to the Catholic Church. (01:00) Joe (email) - Catholics Weird Obsession with Israel (05:27) Email - Reflection on God’s providence in our lives (08:31) Patrick shares Pope Leo’s statement to a Delegation Of The Association Of Catholic Colleges and Universities (20:55) Body of Auburn student James Weston Higginbotham found in mountainous area outside Kyoto, Japan, after he split off from family during trip. Reports suggest he was upset about his mom using ChatGPT (27:09) Matthew (email) – Would it be wrong to say God created the universe from his output of love? (31:49) Lawrence - Why can't the church change their policy to have all altar servers be men and not boys? (37:34) Patrick responds to an email about going to non-Catholic churches (46:24)

Patrick tackles Catholic life and its intersections with contemporary culture, addressing questions about priestly vocations, interdenominational encounters, and prayers for the departed. He weaves in scriptural discussions on the Eucharist, advises Catholics on Protestant Bible study invitations, and unpacks the federal government’s move to reclassify Mormonism outside the Christian list for military personnel—a choice that sparks both theological friction and political response. Every segment pulses with direct advice, practical faith, and moments where swift insights meet unexpected candor. Jorge - A deacon said homosexuals are accepted for priesthood candidacy just to stay away from their temptations. (02:34) Sherry - How can I tell my Presbyterian neighbor that the True Body and Blood of Christ is only in the Catholic Church? (07:26) Conrad - My girlfriend and I go to a Catholic Church on weekdays, and then a 'bible' church on Sunday morning. I see it as a Bible study. (12:15) Connie - I'm a convert, and the only Catholic in my family. Can you talk about customs Catholics do for a recently deceased relative? (20:22) Ben - Referring back to Calvary church: my brother has been asked to be one of the leaders at a similar church, but I don't think that'd be good for him. (27:12) Dept. of War removes Mormonism, and about 180 other belief systems as recognized religions (34:04)

Patrick tackles the heated debate over renaming the Department of Defense to the Department of War, weighing whether this signals realignment or empty bravado, while threading through the risks faced by religious minorities as government classifications shift and anti-Catholic voices grow bolder among power brokers. One moment snaps into focus on the rise of Christian nationalism and the uneasy possibility of theocracy-influenced policy; the next, Patrick pivots to the digital anxieties fracturing generations as technology encroaches on how people gather and worship. Listeners drop raw testimony about confession and faith, lending the episode its unpredictable charge. Patrick reads and responds to emails questioning the way he says “The Department of War” (00:53) Jamie – Regarding the Dept. of War list, is it a bigger concern that Catholics one day will be taken off that list of recognized religions? (05:39) Patrick reads and responds to a Mormon military officer’s post about the Dept. of War’s updated list of recognized religions (18:55) Patrick in Atlanta - The liberal inroads have been made in the military and degraded the morale and morality of the institution. The reset on the name of it is according to structure change and organizational change. (23:51) Ann - Will the Archdiocese of Military Services be protected and will Mass continue for the Catholics overseas? (28:32) Bear attacks in Japan (33:36) Patrick responds to an email about young people not liking A.I. (39:20) Jennifer (email) - I almost became a Sedevecantist. Be careful who you listen to and notice who's making money off telling lies about Holy Mother Church and our Holy Father. (46:03) Amy (email) - I have been on cloud 9 since my valid confession

Patrick answers listener questions about Catholic practices, clears up confusion about novenas and the national Sacred Heart consecration, and speaks openly about conspiracy theories linked to Israel and Jewish influence in politics. He advocates critical thinking, helps parents find wholesome books for their children, and examines the complexities of forgiveness during confession. With a tone both candid and encouraging, Patrick guides the conversation through faith, skepticism, and the noise of modern culture. Chris (email) - Doesn't novena mean nine? And if so, why are some novenas 54 days long? (00:51) What Did Jesus Mean by “Vain Repetition”? What Scripture actually teaches about persistence, formula prayers, and faith by Patrick Madrid - https://patrickmadrid.substack.com/p/what-did-jesus-mean-by-vain-repetition Todd - I have heard a lot of conversations about Israel and Jewish people. What Israel has been up to with genocide is wrong and also Sean Strickland being banned from UFC. Are you in the tank for Israel? (07:25) Jorge - I am worried about how social media is confusing people with conspiracy theories like the one with your previous caller. (23:37) Marcela - Can you help me figure out how to find a Catholic book for my 15-year-old daughter? (35:39) Lynda – We need to identify Jews as human beings. (39:59) Alex - Can a priest withhold absolution if I have hard time forgiving others? (42:49)

Patrick hosts a conversation that swings from conspiracy theories and moral confusion online to powerful stories of forgiveness, grief, and family friction. He brings out listener voices wrestling with memory healing, biblical self-defense, and the raw heartache of new marriages after loss—balancing hard realities with encouragement to simply keep going. Along the way, Patrick responds to questions on Church teaching, end times, and the creation story, never lingering long before shifting energy and topic. Pepper - People just don't understand not all Jews the same. I think people at the top of Israel are not the same as rank-and-file Israelis. (00:35) Stacy - Healing of memories helped me learn how to forgive. (07:52) Nicholas (9-years-old) - If a bully says he will attack you, should you run away? (12:42) Patrick reads and responds to emails (20:01) Joy – A widow and a widower married, and the husband's son is not talking to the new wife. He is excluding his step-mom and doesn't approve of the marriage. Do you have any advice? (32:19) Roxana - I want to stay at home with my 8-month-old daughter and leave my job. I need some encouragement because this has been a difficult decision for me. (39:43) Keep Going - https://patrickmadrid.substack.com/p/keep-going JoAnn - What is your opinion about Msgr. Rosetti being removed from his position because of his UFO comments? (44:08) Elizabeth - I know how it is to lose a spouse. I wouldn't marry someone who didn't love my kids. I wish men who remarry would remember their kids. (49:48)

Patrick fields listener questions ranging from family challenges in blended households and the priorities Catholics hold in difficult situations, to biblical phenomena like the resurrection of saints in Matthew's Gospel. Rapid-fire shifts bring him to the heart of disputes over public perception, topics like Christian nationalism, and living a faithful Catholic life amid cultural shifts, while listeners recount raw experiences about self-defense, priestly celibacy, and the unexpected benefits of staying home with young children. The episode pulses with stories, real-world dilemmas, and an ever-present call to keep going—practical, sometimes messy, always grounded in faith. Rosie (email) – Does the husband has an obligation first to his wife. If she isn’t invited, shouldn’t he decline to attend the birthday party? I also thought the church taught God first, spouse second, children third, and everything else after that? (00:37) Patricia - Can you explain Matthew 27 where the tombs are opened? (04:51) Martin (11-years-old) - I heard that you said no one created God. What happened if you took one person away from God. (10:43) Mark - A lot of people are talking about the end of times. I think we need to make it a better world for the next generation instead of focusing on the 'end'. (13:44) Mary (email) – Keep going Mary - The first Pope was married, so why can’t priests marry now? (25:47) Nathaniel - What do you think about the Crusades? (29:06) Melissa - I want to encourage woman to be stay at home moms. It was the best decision I ever made. (32:31) Kim – Comment on being bullied (38:10) Jose - What do you think of Christian Nationalism? Is it bad to be proud of our Catholic religion? (44:31)

Family rituals face pressure from digital distractions while Patrick examines the sway of social media over young adults, and as listeners call in, he grapples with misunderstandings around Jewish identity and explores the subtle boundaries between faith traditions, generational conflict, and societal expectations. A man crashed a stolen car outside St. Joseph Shrine. Then he bolted. The Rector heard the crash, and someone yelled "stop him." So, Rev. Jean-Baptiste Commins — in full cassock — tackled him, and held him until the police came. - https://x.com/acloudofsaints/status/2062167287327510734 (01:35) Roland (email) - Is it okay for me to attend my 24-year-old daughter’s immediate-family-only reception the day after her private Catholic church wedding (with only siblings as witnesses), even though my wife questions the marriage’s validity and we’re both disappointed by the no-guests decision amid ongoing mother-daughter tensions? (06:23) Josh - I want to drill down on people saying, 'the Jews'. There isn't one consensus among the Jews. You get many varied viewpoints and people need to understand that. Also, I struggle with faith because of antisemitism. Any advice? (17:45) Audio: This college professor (Sam Richards, a sociology professor at Penn State University) speaks out amazed at 'how many people hate Jews' - https://x.com/DangerousThinkg/status/2036529945350992288Joel (26:16) Joel (14-years-old) - How does it make sense for Christians to be antisemitic when Jews wrote most of the Bible? (28:36) Albert - I grew up Catholic. Why are men and boys entering Church wearing shorts? (30:45) Mark Swartzberg joins the conversation (36:31) Kurt - Why are Coptic, Catholic and Orthodox Churches being destroyed in southern Lebanon. Israeli soldiers defile icons. (40:13) Michael - In our culture, we are kind of focused on the powers that be and blaming them for our problems. Why can't we focus on our problems? What can we do as neighbors? (48:57)

Patrick explores the challenges Catholics face living their faith today, moving through topics like subsidiarity, classic Church teaching, and perceptions of God’s mercy and justice across the testaments. He addresses practical issues such as Mass attire, sacraments, Catholic identity in complex family settings, and current Church controversies, all while engaging questions sparked by headlines and pop culture. Listeners encounter both historical perspective and real-life application as Patrick offers clarity and encouragement for Catholics in ordinary moments and extraordinary situations alike. Patrick continues his conversation with Michael and Mark from the end of the last hour (03:26) Paulette - Do you have any thoughts on Protestant author Lee Strobel who wrote “The Case for Christ?” (08:23) Candace - I am a Baptist and my husband is Catholic. He supported me going to Baptist Church but doesn't support me anymore because of what my preacher said. Can you help me navigate this? (14:39) Gregory - The Archbishop of DC dismissed an exorcist priest. Was this the right thing to do? (20:40) Tony - Can I walk my daughter down the aisle? She isn't baptized and she is marrying a Protestant. (26:08) Pete - This UFO phenomena is a bunch of ridiculousness. (30:50) Don - I dress in a suit at Sunday Mass and wear shorts at daily mass. Should I dress more formally? (36:28) Alex - You said you don’t like banners in the mass. What kind of banners are you talking about? Some are liturgical and other people carry down the aisle. (45:32)

Patrick fields questions with practical Catholic guidance, moving from Sabbath rest and Sunday obligations to the challenges of moral investing and the nuanced teachings on divorce, annulment, and Communion. He moves from correcting misconceptions about Gospel authorship to weighing the Church’s perspective on UFOs, touching on anxiety, modern complexity, and faith’s place in daily decisions. Sophia - I just found out I am pregnant. Can I get lab work done on Sunday for peace of mind? (01:34) Molly – UFOs are real or God set the universe up where humanity is at the center. I am confused by these two conflicting opinions. (09:32) Patrick shares audio from Joe Rogan and comments on the misunderstandings of his guest Joe Eszterhas on the historical accuracy of the bible - https://x.com/Cyrus2274/status/2062502734171918574 (22:08) Dominic - Do you have any thoughts on what stocks to invest in or avoid from a Catholic viewpoint? Can I invest in a defense contractor because they get involved in wars, etc? (37:50) Rose - My brother wants to date after a divorce. Is he eligible to date? (42:40) Anne - You were talking about the Jewish influence in our country.

Patrick answers questions ranging from the rites of the Catholic Church and differences between Eastern Catholic and Orthodox practices to the emotional tug-of-war families sense over traditional Latin Mass versus contemporary liturgies, wrestling with reverence, choir commitments, and parental concerns for their children’s formation. He shares thoughts on altar girls, highlights generational shifts in liturgical norms, and responds to listener reflections about the abolitionist movement within pro-life circles, threading through conflicting impulses of tradition and innovation while also confronting online hostility and resurfacing anti-Jewish rhetoric. These moments, layered with personal anecdotes and real-time problem-solving, propel the episode forward with frankness, vulnerability, and a call for discerning faith in a world pulsing with contradiction. Monica (email) - Could you elaborate on the Greek / Russian Orthodox. Are their priests ordained like ours? Can we attend their mass and receive the Eucharist? (00:43) Kristy (email) - Should we alternate Sundays between our local Novus Ordo parish (where our 9-year-old homeschooled son loves singing in the children’s choir twice a month) and the Traditional Latin Mass parish an hour away, or commit to one church to avoid confusing him? (06:27) Michael (email) - Should I allow my 6-year-old daughter—who already wants to be a nun—to serve at the altar in our reverent Novus Ordo parish (which has great reverence for the Eucharist), or would that risk pushing her away like my parents’ decision to forbid my sister, who later left for Protestantism? (19:51) Rich - What are your thoughts on being pro-life vs being an abortion abolitionist? (29:43) Andrew - I attended a wedding in a park and the presider said 'by the power invested in me by the universal life church, God, and her universe...' (41:24) Irene - I came across a Catholic group on X that hates Jews (48:27)

Patrick scrutinizes the surge of antisemitism among Catholics and Western societies, pressing into how anti-Zionist rhetoric often masks deeper animosity. Scripture and historical events get drawn in, with Patrick insisting on Christ’s directive to love enemies, rejecting bigotry even when popular sentiment turns dark. Moments of practical advice intertwine with sharp social critique as Patrick challenges listeners to confront hatred wherever it surfaces, whether online, in tradition-minded circles, or at the poker table among friends. Patrick speaks on the uptick of antisemitism, and the growing danger of Jew hatred (00:40) Brian – How should I respond when a topic turns inappropriate or blasphemous? How can I evangelize but not be 'holier than thou'? (13:40) Randall (email) – Abolitionists demand equal protection under the law by banning all abortion and holding women legally accountable for what they consider murder, while pro-lifers—though well-intentioned—refuse to penalize women for the act, actively oppose abolitionist bills, and compromise biblical standards for secular political gain, as the speaker stands firmly with the Lord. (20:51) Glen - Is there a resource giving a comprehensive history between the Jews and Palestine? (23:03) Audio: Van Jones on the Jews - “We already ran a 3,000-year experiment where Jews did not have a state, and it ended with Hitler’s hell, in Hitler’s ovens. We are not going to run that experiment again…and anybody who cannot understand the basic logic of that, needs to explain why they can’t do basic math about who in the world is the most microscopic minority that deserves the support of humanity.” – https://x.com/cotlerwunsh/status/1995415011380908522?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (26:28) Audio: Melanie Phillips warning that the return of antisemitism is not an isolated hatred but a symptom of a society losing its grip on reason, evidence, and moral restraint - https://x.com/JohnAndersonAC/status/2000433484637061520?s=20 (29:07) Audio: Jews are the warning. The West is the target. - https://x.com/vividprowess/status/2003042579194265966?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (33:38) Audio: An explanation for hatred of Jews with @GadSaad – 6 Degrees of Jew - https://x.com/fleurhassann/status/2016974127265984680 (39:47) Eli - I'm a middle eastern Christian. All muslims are told to kill and hate Christians-all Muslims are terrorists, but they don’t think that. (41:51)

Patrick explores how social media fuels old prejudices, linking modern propaganda and group blame to ancient scapegoating while connecting it to the persecution of Christians in Nigeria. The conversation threads through the tension between criticizing harmful actions and blanket condemnation of entire communities, probing how accusations, silence, and even friendship shift when religious and moral standards collide. He urges listeners to measure responses by Christ’s command to forgive, challenging both Catholics and Jews to oppose evil without falling into collective hostility. George - Today is the memorial for St. Charles Lwanga and his companions. What is happening to Christians today in Nigeria? (02:18) Maureen - My abusive son (adult) kicked me out of his life over a year ago and I have limited contact with his children. How do I go about healing this relationship? (07:11) David – Patrick is conflating criticism of Jews with hatred of Jews. (15:14) Elizabeth (email) - I think the Muslim threat is very real. (25:21) Ray - What about the violence on Christians in Palestine and Lebanon? Zionists are attacking Christians in Israel, and it’s permitted by their government. (28:36) Barbara – I understand not to be anti-Jewish, but why is the same standard not held to certain Jews with their anti-Christ rhetoric? (38:36)

Patrick answers questions from listeners, threading through the meaning of worship in Genesis, friendship choices for Catholics, the struggle to stay holy amid challenging company, and whether angels outclass humans. Calls spark reflection on spiritual encounters, Catholic education’s challenges, and the experience of recovery. Therese (email) - What are your thoughts about using Genesis 22:5 and following as a Biblical definition for worship? (00:35) Joe - I think it is difficult hanging around people with different lifestyles. (13:19) Andrew (8-years-old) - Why did God put the tree of life and death in the Garden of Eden? (23:55) Email – Who is a superior being, angels or humans? (26:49) Sherry (email) - Special needs children in Catholic schools (37:13) Joanna (email) - I would like to obtain a certificate in Catholic Counseling. (39:12) Maribeth (email) – Can you imagine if Mary would have said No to the Angel David - What kind of angels are there that you can see? (45:04)

Patrick launches into listeners' heartfelt questions about faith, anger, liturgical customs, and Catholic identity, peppering the conversations with wisdom, humor, and personal stories. One moment Patrick unfolds advice about handling irritation over “organized religion,” while the next, he responds to a Marine’s anxieties about spiritual witness among friends. Quirky banter with Cyrus seeps in between weighty reflections, all while Patrick threads practical suggestions for tithing, grappling with prayer, and recognizing unity even when church customs unexpectedly shift. Carmen (email) - Is it a sin to get angry or upset when people say they don’t like “organized” religion? (00:41) Marcin (email) - Why is everyone always beating up on Catholics? I just don’t get it, why are we so hated. (05:22) Zach - Going into the Marines Corps. with a buddy who isn’t very religious. How can I bring him to the faith? (12:33) Maria (email) - I travel a lot for work/fun, sometimes even up to 4 different dioceses per month for Sunday mass! Which parish do I give my weekly tithe to? When I encounter a situation at a parish in which the Eucharist appears to be treated illicitly (for example leavened bread or missing essential rubrics) should I still receive the communion or hold off? (18:05) Ruben (email) – Were the Armenians the first practicing Christians? (29:44) Rick (email) - If God allowed you to go back in time and be an eyewitness to any one of Jesus' many miracles, which one would you choose and why? (32:37) Paul (email) - I feel like I compartmentalize my prayer: Praying to God at church (Mass, Adoration), formal prayers at home, and my informal conversation with God throughout the day. But it feels like I’m praying to three different Gods. How do you merge these? (39:37) David - What are the differences between the new mass said now vs. the pre-Vatican II mass? (45:42)

Patrick answers questions ranging from the three days of darkness prophecy and private revelation to why forgiveness can be such a struggle and how wrath creeps up in daily life, all with a straight-on, plainspoken style that never ducks the awkward moments. He unpacks biblical puzzles like the talking serpent in Eden, considers purity of speech and virtue—sometimes with unexpected personal stories—and even pauses for lighthearted banter about Taco Tuesday. From military mentorship to the challenge of living celibacy and service, Patrick threads honesty and realism through each unpredictable call. Freddie – Why would God do the three days of darkness? (00:46) Henry (email) - Warriors of God for Marines (12:21) Bill (email) - Are we as Catholics called to love and forgive each and every fellow human, including hardened sinners no matter what? (19:17) Karen (email) – How do you feel about priests swearing? (22:13) Catherine – Was Satan an actual snake in the Garden of Eden? (26:51) Megan - 'as it was in the beginning is now and ever shall be...', applied to scenes in Christ's life on earth seems to show timelessness. Is this a true interpretation of that phrase? (30:08) Jessica - What is your book recommendation on the Seven Deadly Sins? (38:17) Lia – What does the phrase, “some of us meant to be married and some to serve” mean?