The Patrick Madrid Show

Patrick answers questions about God’s nature, reincarnation, traditional Catholic practices, and whether worry counts as sin, offering clear explanations and practical advice. Thaddeus (email) - Father Rocky said that Thomas Aquinas said that God can't change his mind, but aren't there examples in the Bible where he did in fact change his mind, especially in terms of not giving punishments which he had initially planned to execute? 00:52) Michael – A 5-year-old boy from India said he was reincarnated. Is that something that can happen? (11:41) Auggie (email) - If we say that God can’t change his mind, doesn't that mean that he is limited (which we know he isn't)? Wouldn't it be more correct to say that God can change his mind, he has the ability, he can do anything, but he doesn’t change his mind? (19:55) Leroy - Is it a sin to worry? (24:26) Maria - Can you just start wearing the brown Scapular or do I need permission from a priest? (27:38) Efrank - Is it possible on Ash Wednesday to substitute small meals for one large meal? Also, can you substitute fish for meat? (29:28) Doug - I once saw a video that talked about the 4th dimension that helps answer my daughters when they ask a question about God that I can't answer. (32:33) Patrick shares an email and comments on worrying (37:06)

Patrick opens with a moving letter about a daughter's struggle with scrupulosity and the positive, faith-filled impact that Relevant Radio had on her life. He fields questions ranging from fasting rules and confession logistics for the elderly, to the story of Abraham and Isaac, and addresses misconceptions about sacred images with sharp biblical insight. Trish (email) - I heard in Father Rocky's Lenten lesson this morning that "men take off their hats" when entering the church. (00:40) Greg - I am an 80-year-old man and don't drive. How do I fulfill my obligations for Easter? (05:00) Eddie - I am confused about the fasting rules. (08:36) Jason - Why doesn't Abraham argue with God about sacrificing his son? (17:45) Dede - Thank you for your courage on playing our past Presidents audio on immigration. (23:25) Jean - My coworker is nondenominational and said that images of the Crucifix are an abomination. (27:28) Pat - In the Our Father, why do we say, 'but deliver us from evil?' (36:35) Richard - About why Abraham didn’t protest: I believe in those days other gods required sacrifice, so Abraham thought maybe God was like them. (42:47)

Patrick answers questions about scrupulosity, church authority on fasting, and the controversy within the Book of Mormon. He addresses callers' concerns about justice regarding the Epstein files and explores struggles with illness and faith by sharing stories and recommending saints. The discussion jumps between practical advice, personal stories, and moments of spiritual insight as Patrick looks at Abraham’s trust and the uniqueness of Christ’s sacrifice. Darwin (email) - Can you expand on what scrupulosity is? (00:35) Mary Anne - What do you tell people who are Mormon or interesting in becoming Mormon? (05:59) Luis - Why do we not eat meat on Ash Wednesday or Good Friday? It doesn't say this in the Bible, according to my coworkers. (11:29) Carmen - Why hasn't Patrick talked about the Epstein files? Aren't we as Catholics supposed to talk about this? (18:41) Christopher - I am in OCIA right now. I have heard that Jesus is spotless. What makes Jesus's sacrifice more important than others? (26:11) Phyllis - My friend has OCD. She seems scrupulous about taking God's name in vain. How can I help her? (30:25) Alex – Today’s Gospel reading; what does Jesus mean by carrying your cross but then says to have faith in another passage? (36:12) Lili - God doesn't ask anything from us that he wouldn't give to us as well. It reminds me of the Crucifixion. (46:25)

Patrick launches Ash Wednesday with fast, unpredictable calls and personal recollections, responding to concerns about Catholic tradition, fasting, and the example clergy set. Questions pour in about suffering, spiritual ignorance, Church authority, and even a parish seafood dinner that feels oddly lavish, sparking honest reflection on simplicity and penitence. He weaves advice, encouragement, and stories with a burst of clarity, urging listeners to keep hope and embrace Lent’s challenges. Colleen - I saw a priest in a video use a nicotine pouch. This upsets me. Is this ok? (00:42) Marietta - Could you discuss if it is ok to show others our Ash Wednesday ashes to other people? (12:48) Patrick explains Ash Wednesday’s obligations, including what “Fasting” really means (20:41) Camille (email) - In today's second reading (2 Corinthians 5:20-6:2) it says, "For our sake he made him to be sin..." Who is the him that is being referred to here? Surely not Jesus? (23:53) Jay - What is a good example of admonishing the sinner? (25:54) Maribel - 2 Corinthians 6, there is a warning against pagan influences. Don't we need to separate from unbelievers? (33:08) Rich - At my Church, they are offering a lavish meal without meat. All you can eat chowder and clam cakes! Is this ok? (38:45) Jessica - Why did Jesus's best friend seem to suffer so much? (43:08)

Patrick answers heartfelt questions about Catholic faith, from the effects of double baptism to whether small children should receive Ash Wednesday ashes. He encourages honest conversation about marriage outside the Church, reconciliation, and practical matters like choosing godparents or receiving ashes from non-Catholic sources. Unexpected moments arise, including stories about The Waltons, and Patrick draws from scripture and tradition to offer guidance rooted in compassion and clarity. Nancy (email) – Is Ash Wednesday more attended than Christmas? (00:36) Shelby - I have a family member who was baptized for the 2nd time. What is the status of their soul? (04:07) Alexandria - How do I navigate marriage when my spouse is not Catholic? (11:09) Anne – What is reparation? Is there any way to regain lost graces? (23:01) Stephanie - I just received ashes at a drive thru at an Episcopal Church. Is that ok? (28:53) Norma - I want to thank you for your good advice. It really helped my husband and me. (31:38) Liz - A priest told me that it was wrong for kids to receive ashes. (37:35) Joe - How come the Gospels are not signed by the Gospel writers? There is no actual confirmation that they wrote it. (45:08)

Patrick welcomes questions from callers and answers with candor, tackling everything from fasting before Communion to the frustration of drive-through ashes. He fields concerns about family relationships, noisy children during Mass, and respectfully disposing of sacred objects, referencing Scripture and personal experiences. The episode blends sharp insight, heartfelt wisdom, and everyday Catholic realities in unpredictable ways. Suzanne (email) - I have understood that the fast before communion was to prepare ourselves and so to speak "hunger" for the Lord. How does that match 1 Corinthians 11:34, "If anyone is hungry, let him eat at home, so that when you assemble it does not lead to judgement"? (00:32) Eileen – Our parish has an “Ash Dash” (05:27) Danny - Should I donate anonymously, if I want to merit grace? I am thinking of today's reading where Jesus suggests we keep our pious practices unseen. (09:58) Frank - Does it in say in the Bible not to forget the love of your youth? (14:24) Theresa - How can I best explain to our adult children why it is best to baptize their kids as infants? (18:02) Nathan - When I am at Mass and I need to step out because of the baby crying, how much is too long for me to be gone? (26:26) Sandy - How can my adult daughter avoid dating needy guys? (30:12) Patricia - What does the Church teach regarding cremation? (38:32) Margaret - What should be done with the ashes after they are used at the Ash Wednesday service? (40:29) Dolores - Is there an official age range for which fasting is obligatory. (42:29) Deacon Peter (email) – You need to do more research on Fr. Father Gregory Boyle (43:52) Sarah (email) - My husband and I were wondering if there was a way to earmark our donation to relevant radio specifically for the Patrick Madrid Show. We love your show and want our donation to go specifically to you and your staff. (47:44)

Patrick answers questions about changes in Catholic teaching on capital punishment and explains praying to saints with sharp scriptural references. He fields calls about family disputes over cremation and addresses the influence of Jordan Peterson on young Catholics, weaving in biblical perspectives on marriage and tradition. Rapid-fire yet thoughtful, Patrick’s responses bring clarity and conviction to a swirl of faith, culture, and personal struggle. Michael (email) - We're not living in the 15th century anymore (00:51) Lou - How can you pray to the saints when they are already dead? (11:26) Justine - The remains of my father were cremated. My sibling wants to split the ashes and disperse the ashes into the ocean. How much effort should I put in to get my dad a proper burial? (23:15) Kevin (email) – Question about cremations and spreading ashes (37:00) Carmen (email) - How can I advise a young man to begin learning about Catholicism the right way or in hopes of correcting his mindset? (39:50) Michael - My mom and dad wanted their ashes to be put together. I did not do it and had them put in a Veteran's cemetery at no cost. (46:16) Originally Aired on 01/19/26

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 01/28/26

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 01/29/26

Patrick explores the raw, conflicting emotions faced by mothers choosing between career and home in today’s culture, launching from a heartfelt message from a mom split between corporate demands and family longing. With callers like Ellie, Michelle, and Claudia revealing regrets, gratitude, and the messy consequences of their decisions, Patrick weaves in his own backdrop of frugal, joy-filled years and the constant question of what truly matters. Sarah Tafoya’s blend of career and presence at home stands alongside tales of sacrifice, guilt, and fleeting childhood moments, creating a rush of encouragement and reflection for anyone caught at this crossroads. Audio: Career mom admits that it’s not worth it and that you should find a way to just be home with your kids - https://x.com/breannamorello/status/2021972291685691817?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (01:15) Elly – How is Billy Jean King connected to the women who wanted to stay home with her children instead of going to work (15:19) Michelle - I started as a stay-at-home mom and went to work and then became a single mom. I wish I did some things differently. (21:24) Claudia - I went to college and chose career over kids, and I regret this now (29:42) Sarah shares her experience balancing being a mom and having a full-time job (35:54) Mary - I'm a stay-at-home mom because I made a decision to put my family first (46:23)

Patrick welcomes stories from callers—stories of single parents, faith rediscovered, the push and pull between ambition and motherhood, and shifting generational attitudes. Tradition finds its place across generations as callers discuss parish life, novenas, and the role of Mary, while Patrick listens, reflects, and offers encouragement. Moments of vulnerability and humor thread through the conversations, reminding listeners of the everyday beauty and challenge in family and faith. Linda - I was able to stay at home with the kids and work, so I had the best of both worlds. It's good to be able to stay home with the kids. (00:31) Robert - I never got married or had kids, and now I’m too old for all that. What do I do now? (06:32) Sydney – I’m pregnant with my first baby. I have friends that want to work and those who stay at home. (10:45) Nicole – I’m a stay-at-home mom and God has helped us to pay the bills. Becoming Catholics has changed our priorities. (17:31) Jan – I was raised by stay-at-home mom and jealous of the kids with working moms because I thought they had it made, but I was wrong. (23:34) Joe - Without our blessed mother, we cannot find our way home. (25:50) Rosy - My husband and I had six kids. I stayed home and homeschooled and made it work. (29:51) Anna - Can you have more than one intention for a 54-rosary novena? Can you pray for yourself? (35:00) Cathy - Is beef or chicken broth okay on Friday’s during Lent? (36:22) Thomas - Who sins are forgiven in infant baptism? Was john the Baptist baptizing infants? (40:01) Carmelina (12-years-old) - What happens when someone goes to heaven? (44:40)

Patrick explores Catholic traditions and beliefs, answers questions about sacraments and the priesthood, and brings up the impact of family and faith in everyday moments. He breaks down myths around devotions, then contrasts Christianity and Islam on love and joy. Conversations turn personal, rich, and even surprising. Louise – Is Fr. Greg Boyle a Jesuit Priest? Do you know anything about this author? (00:31) Richard - My wife and I decided that she would stay home with my kids. My mom was always at work and sacrificed so much. I wanted something more for my kids. (03:41) Aymun – Priests seem to be a barrier to the Sacraments. Why can’t people give the Sacraments to each other? (08:09) Audrey - What is the Flame of Love Movement? (21:35) Dale - Is there any joy in Islam? (29:06) Audio: Islam’s global goal to dominate - Islam is not here to coexist. We were sent to dominate the world, to extinguish and wipe out every other religion. We are superior to everyone else. - https://x.com/realmaalouf/status/1991556460652675215?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (33:57) Tom – Is wearing a scapular an insurance policy? (37:28) John – Islam doesn’t take prisoners and they force everyone to take on their religion. (40:13) George – Why do Catholics who don't believe in the true presence receive the Eucharist but protestants that do believe in the true presence cannot receive? (44:34)

Patrick answers questions that range from fraud in the workplace to karaoke ethics and even the fate of Adam and Eve. His exchange with young Greta becomes an unexpected lesson in faith, while emails spark commentary on Notre Dame’s decisions, pop culture at the Super Bowl, and what confession really means for purgatory. Sherry (email) – Am I contributing to the problem by working in a system ripe with fraud? (00:45) Cody - I have a moral dilemma. I do karaoke at a Veteran's Association at a bar. Could this create a scandal? (07:38) George - What are your thoughts about the pro-abortion professor at Notre Dame? (18:22) Mark (email) - Does confession eliminate any obligation for purgatory? Can you also explain temporal punishment associated with this? (30:32) Gretta (6-years-old) - Did Adam and Eve go to heaven or hell? (37:45) Leonard - I have had a great experience with Charity Mobile. I have the same phone and phone number and my bill was reduced by half. I want to encourage others to switch. (46:16)

Patrick takes listeners into the effects of modern loneliness and emotional manipulation, revealing how social media preys on suggestibility and deepens isolation. He offers practical wisdom to Grace, a concerned mother, wrestling with her daughter’s interfaith relationship, while also reflecting on personal stories and near-death accounts that blur the line between supernatural encounters and ordinary life. Conversation flows from raw parental anxiety to spiritual wake-up calls, never shying away from uncomfortable questions or the hidden costs of everyday choices. Audio: Fractionation – we are in a loneliness epidemic - https://www.youtube.com/shorts/WWL7n-D7JKI (01:19) Grace - What is the best way to receive my daughter's boyfriend. He is Christian and not Catholic. How can I talk to him about the faith? (10:26) John - Why do Bible leave out the verse about Jesus and fasting? Why do some Protestants never see Purgatory, yet Catholics do. Why is that? (22:12) Patrick shares some words from St. Teresa of Avila (26:30) Maureen - Thank you for promoting University of Mary. Also, I lost an heirloom ring. I had a dream that I found it, and then I found it in real life several hours later. What do you think? (44:23) Joshua - How do you answer non-Catholic Christians who say that 'we are Church'? (48:12)

Patrick responds to callers wrestling with confession, forgotten sins, and the struggle for peace, sharing practical wisdom rooted in Catholic tradition and personal experience. Patrice - I concerned about what you said about St. Theresa of Avila's experience. (01:28) Patricia - I went to a priest who read my soul. The priest said, 'and something else'. When I confessed it, I wasn't as contrite as I should have been. (06:09) Email – I’ve outgrown my old friends but I’m not sure if I should stop hanging out with them or not (15:06) Audio: Elon Musk warns: AI + robotics will hit us like a “supersonic tsunami” - https://x.com/newstart_2024/status/2021926874373357804?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (19:28) Steve - When and how can I make a general confession? (25:47) Didier - I think there is a disconnect around the situation that created the rise of AI. (35:31) Brian - My wife is sick and my mom died. What did I do wrong? Is it my fault that they died? (41:47) Aaron - My teenager has been dating. Where does the parent have authority to step in? How do I handle this? (45:32)

Patrick answers raw questions about faith, technology’s grip on daily life, and the tension between justice and adversity, offering direct biblical guidance alongside personal stories from listeners. Cyrus injects honest humor into discussions about doom scrolling and screen time, sparking conversations that shift from smartphone habits to Eucharistic challenges and family struggles. The episode brims with emotional testimony, scriptural wisdom, and sharp dialogue that moves from practical solutions to reflections on suffering and redemption. Mary (email) – Agrees teens shouldn’t have smartphones due to emotional immaturity and suggests the mother validate her son’s anger over the Epstein revelations while guiding him to temper it with faith, prayer, and trust in God’s ultimate justice. (01:39) Dan - What is the role of the Holy Spirit vs Mary and the Saints? (08:25) Geno - Are we excluding people if we don't allow them to take Communion? (21:41) Jorge - My friends said that Relevant Radio people calling in are paid actors. (33:32) Richard - It seems like we are fighting and will lose on earth but there will be justice in heaven. Is this true? We lose on earth but eventually get the victory. (38:19) Karen - My brother, who is married in the Catholic Church, has remarried a Russian Orthodox. She goes up to receive Communion, but he doesn't. (48:00)

Patrick answers heartfelt calls about parenting anxieties, church reverence, and baptism’s significance. His responses blend scriptural depth with practical advice, from stories of saints, smartphone concerns, and pop culture’s spiritual risks all intersect, creating a lively and unscripted dialogue. One moment urges trust in God with tears; another unpacks the unity of prayer or challenges in raising kids today, never shying from honesty or warmth. Sarah - My oldest is getting his first Communion soon. I have a lot of anxiety around this. Do you have any advice? (01:36) Nick - Why are sacred spaces so cramped? Also, in a 24-hour adoration chapel how can it be perpetual? (12:22) Mark (email) – Why should even adults have smart phones? (20:24) Cheryl - I am attending the Baptism this weekend of a greatgrandchild. Many people there don’t see the need for a baby to baptized. Can you help me? (24:19) Robert - Can you point out the good things Bad Bunny has done? I haven't heard anyone point this out. I want to talk about negative points of Kid Rock. (33:51) Audio: Billy Corgan explains the dark forces in today's music - https://x.com/JebraFaushay/status/2007069917074633069?s=20 (41:03) Dorothy - If I listen to the Chaplet later but can’t when it is live, is that the same as praying with everyone? (44:51) Reggie - Does Baptism wipe away being born out of wedlock? (49:58)

Patrick answers questions that range from fiery debates about Super Bowl performances and parish tabernacle moves to everyday dilemmas like store refunds and group prayer etiquette. He folds practical wisdom, snippets of daily life, and candid advice into listener conversations, bringing clarity on topics like sacramentals and Mass responses. Lisa - We moved the tabernacle recently from the chapel to the center. Could they put a chair in front of the Tabernacle in the sanctuary? (02:33) Leo - Why should we have our Rosaries blessed? (10:07) Susan – Question about the prayers a priest says during Mass (16:27) Ann – Is it stealing if I don’t have the change to give back to someone? (21:26) Laura - Is it appropriate to say prayers after Stations of the Cross as a group? (29:14) Steve - Our Pastor put in a small tabernacle that allows us to open the door so we can adore any time. (33:06) Audio: AI is linked to stores charging people different prices depending on what you can afford - https://x.com/charise_lee/status/2021785144504594744?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (37:12) Diana - I served at a nursing home bringing cookies and juice to the residents. I questioned a room assignment of one of the patients and the director said his authority felt threatened. Should I be a Eucharistic minister there instead? (43:32) Mary - Is it appropriate to dedicate the Rosary to a person and dedicate each decade to a cause? (49:45)

Patrick opens the hour reflecting on family, technology, and the way a simple promise to put down our phones reveals deeper truths about connection. He considers Elon Musk’s warnings about artificial intelligence, questioning not just the coming wave of change but what meaning and purpose look like in a society where work could disappear. Calls pour in, some recounting firsthand experience with isolation and the value of work, others applauding how AI transforms accessibility, while tough conversations around political controversies and race keep the hour urgent, restless, and real. Audio: Aaron Paul (from Breaking Bad) We owe it to our kids to put our phones down - https://x.com/newstart_2024/status/2021281366608924854?s=20 (00:19) Audio: Musk – Most important thing for AI safety is to keep AI “truth seeking” - https://x.com/r0ck3t23/status/2021034543243788467?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (03:18) Audio: Musk, talking with Katie Miller - in the future, no once will need to worry about money – https://x.com/katiemillerpod/status/1998528084631249096?t=476 (08:09) Paul (email) - It was a surprise that you would give such a false witness to your listeners (21:45) Audio: Father speaks out against critical race theory at his children’s middle school - https://x.com/ThomasSowell/status/2021350967573348539?s=20 (30:33) Magdalena - I used to work in a forensic hospital, and the greatest desire of all of my patients was to work. I think without work, life is boring. (33:23) Mark - Drawing someone as an ape is not racist, it's just a caricature. (35:32) Maria - I think for a blind person using Alexa and Gemini is very helpful. I have been blind for 8 years and found AI has helped me. (41:38) Dave - I think you are leaving out an important fact about the ape video (45:10)

Listeners call in with raw questions about Catholic beliefs and the struggle to cope with disturbing news and digital overload; Patrick responds with encouragement, practical ideas, and a touch of humor. Clips from Josh Seider spark energetic debate about activism, identity, and what it means to confront modern culture head-on. Teresina - I am nondenominational and want to know if saints and God are revered in the same way? (02:31) Britney - How do I reconcile God's love with what is going on in the world? (07:41) Audio: Josh Seiter - Walking Tomahawk - banning books - https://x.com/saltybitch_52/status/2019540988189110516 (22:15) Audio: Josh Seiter - Walking Tomahawk - IDs are racist - https://x.com/josh_seiter/status/2020949330778034506 (26:00) Audio: I’m not a Cis Woman - https://x.com/atensnut/status/2020253783423643734?s=20 (28:55) Audio: "Cisgender is a made up word. That means nothing. Do not call me cisgender. I am a woman." @RepHageman - https://x.com/CWforA/status/2019084108916199838?s=20 (30:13) Julie - My son and I believe in God. My son wanted to talk to me about the Epstein files and he saw disturbing things about this. What do I say to him after this? How do I explain this? I told him not to look or think about this? (36:07) Brad - I think we have taken Christ's work and formed it into something hyper political. I am hoping we could eliminate harmful language when talking about these things. Can you understand that playing clip that says “libtard” doesn’t help the conversation? (48:19)

Patrick shares stories about growing up and encourages listeners to cherish connections with their fathers now while they still can. 15 Things to Do with Your Father While He Is Still Alive (00:45) Monique - I remembered my dad at around 6 months old. My dad and his friends were smoking in the kitchen. (21:32) Joanne - I grew up in the 50s and my dad would always tell us he loved us and stressed love and forgiveness his whole life. I am just so thankful for him. (26:27) Originally Aired on 01/19/26

Patrick announces fresh developments in Archbishop Fulton Sheen’s beatification cause, offering insight about sainthood and the value of relics in Catholic tradition. Listeners call in with vivid recollections of Sheen’s reach, prompting Patrick to share practical ways to encourage faith, like gently recommending OCIA or suggesting robust parishes in Southern California. He moves seamlessly from biblical connections to personal anecdotes on praying for souls, always pointing listeners toward the power of trust and authentic community in the Church. Major Announcement about Archbishop Fulton Sheen's Path to Sainthood (01:34) Virginia - Sheen inspired me in the way we talk about tolerance (09:15) Tony - Can you comment on the connection and relationship between David and Jonathan? (13:09) Dave - What church or monastery or mission should I send someone who is coming back to the faith in San Diego area? (20:11) Nick - I wrote letters to Bishop Sheen during my time in the Air Force. I donated $15 and he sent me a 'Thank You' note. (24:35) Kathy (email) – Should we continue to encourage our future daughter-in-law to start OCIA? (35:33) Frank - Am I doing my prayers for lost souls correctly? (41:22)

Patrick responds to questions about workplace ethics and artificial intelligence, threading Catechism insights with moments from his own life. He shares concerns and possibilities around technology, recalling the shift from dial-up to modern convenience, and considers how faith shapes daily choices. Gabriel - How should I talk about my coworkers in the workplace when I have something negative to say? (00:52) Jim (email) - Can you help us understand 1 Samuel 2:25? Specifically, "...if a man sins against the Lord, who can intercede for him?" Isn't this what the Sacrament of Reconciliation is? (12:23) Franky (12-years-old) - What do you think about AI? (19:17) Bill - What is heaven like? (35:54) Sydney - What moral compass should I have in a relationship? What do I want to build in a relationship? What should I turn away from? (44:52)

Patrick answers questions from listeners about artificial intelligence’s real risks and moral boundaries but also addresses how misinformation sneaks into everyday life through social media. He reacts strongly to political controversies, confronting racism and why careless public social media posts can’t be shrugged off. Tom - Your point about washers and dryers is irrelevant today. What about George Soros and other people who could misuse AI as propaganda? There is no AI watchdog now. (00:40) Tom (email) – Why are you being silent on things you should be speaking out about? (06:18) Daria - The teacher at my Bible class is encouraging praying over people and laying hands on others. (10:11) Debbie - The NASA space center launched the James-Webb telescope which went back to Big Bang. How will these things affect Grok and ChatGPT? (23:05) Maureen – There’s a lot more to the video that President Trump sent out. It is part of a whole clip that was attached to something related to the Lion King. (28:21) George - Praying over someone seems intuitive for our human bodies. Seems like we are making a mountain out of a molehill. (32:53) Denise - Have you heard about prayers that Christ himself wrote? (36:19) Rebeca - The Bible says you shouldn’t make images about heaven. Why do Catholics make images of saints and pray to them? (42:55) Laura – It took me 20 years of a rough marriage to figure out why God wasn’t answering my prayers (49:24)

Patrick begins with gratitude over the successful pledge drive and quickly connects with listeners, greeting seven-year-old Lillian from California and fielding her thoughtful questions on Catholic camp options and Lent’s rituals. He fields questions on confession, tradition, and even the origin of Ash Wednesday ashes, mixing humor, personal stories, and Church teaching as he moves from summer camp memories to matters of faith and practice. Genuine conversation flows, moving from a child's curiosity to lifelong Catholic concerns, as Patrick offers clear, encouraging guidance for each caller. Lilian (7-years-old) - We just started watching the Waltons. Why can't we receive the Sacraments during Lent? (01:39) Jacob (email) - How come we are not supposed to take Jesus literally when he says, “pluck your eye out”, but we do take Jesus literally when he says “this is my body” during the last supper? (09:52) Joe - What do I tell someone who is a practicing Catholic who hasn't been to confession in 5 years? (19:08) Maria - I need help with spiritual direction. How can I get a spiritual director? (25:10) Efrank - On Ash Wednesday, does it matter what type of ashes you use? (28:52) Roy - You are quoting paragraphs in the Catechism. Is the Catechism in the Bible where regular people can read it? Or is this a special book that Protestants don't know about? (31:43) Yollie - Do you think that the student walkouts are orchestrated by groups or is this an individual choice? (45:48)

Patrick starts by confronting questions about church leadership from the Book of Titus, then explains Catholic teachings like papal infallibility and celibacy with clarity. Listeners reach out with stories of visions and faith struggles, seeking Patrick’s take on supernatural experiences, the nature of belief through hardship, and everyday spiritual choices. From why bishops wear the zucchetto to thoughtful guidance on confirmation sponsors, from Super Bowl halftime controversy to the complicated legacy of the Jesuits and questions from a convert out of Mormonism, Patrick brings a thoughtful, grounded response to every turn. Taylor (email) – Question about Papal infallibility (00:55) Bobbie - About 5 years ago during Palm Sunday, I went to get a Palm and had a vision of a godless world. (07:32) Anilu (13-years-old) - Can my confirmation sponsor also be my godparent? (16:33) Brett - I am a Catholic with a Jewish background. I wore a Jewish garment to Church, and someone complained. What do you think? (19:59) Bob - I was very upset about the Bad Bunny music at the Super Bowl, and no one actually said anything about the meaning of the words. I don't think we should praise this guy. (25:42) James - Do you have any good resources on the Jesuits? (31:09) Sarah (email) - In Acts, Peter receives direct visions and prophetic-like guidance. What is the best way to understand and explain why Peter retained prophetic abilities and continued to add to the deposit of faith but that this charism was no longer needed after that deposit was essentially completed upon the deaths of the apostles? Why was that given to him as an apostle, but not to later popes, if the Church needs ongoing direction? (38:59)

Patrick answers an email question about a transition from Mormonism to Catholicism, unpacking the Church’s teachings on revelation and changes in doctrine with clarity. Questions pour in: when does transubstantiation happen, should laypeople extend hands in blessing, why cling to the past? Patrick explains the church’s origins, the unity Christ wants, and offers guidance for Orthodox, Protestant and Catholic callers wrestling with faith, tradition and marriage. Patrick continues answering the email from the end of the last hour. What is the best way to understand and explain why Peter retained prophetic abilities and continued to add to the deposit of faith but that this charism was no longer needed after that deposit was essentially completed upon the deaths of the apostles? (00:18) LtCol Dan (email) - If what you just said is true about divine revelation, that it ended with the Apostles, how do we make sense of St. Faustina’s Divine Mercy instruction from Jesus, visitation to purgatory, etc.? (03:56) Brian - Why does transubstantiation occur during the mass? (15:58) Daniel - The priest asks us to extend our right hand forward over people being blessed. Is that appropriate? (22:24) Santos - You were talking about the Mormon Church. Why do you point all this stuff about rejecting black people? What happened already happened. When are we going to stop this. Nobody is a saint. (26:21) Ryan - I was born and raised Orthodox, and I go to a Catholic Church now. What should my next step be? (38:56) Paul - Is a marriage between a Muslim and Baptized Catholic valid? (47:10)

Patrick responds to challenges about the uniqueness of Catholicism compared to Hinduism, offers practical advice and book recommendations, and answers personal questions about confession, prayer, and atheism in the family. April - How come Jesus and the 10 Commandments didn’t condemn slavery? (01:27) Cajon Gramps – Hindu Gods - how come other faiths believe that their gods are true gods? (04:42) Noah (8-years-old) - Who made God? (15:40) Ana - Our priest doesn't let us do the Act of Contrition during Confession. (17:46) Mary - My friends’ kids left the Church. How can she talk to them? (27:14) April - What do you think of the books of Enoch, Judas, and Thomas? Should we as Catholics read these books? (33:58) Luke (email) - With Lent approaching, do you recommend any books on prayer? (44:52) Patrick in Denver, CO - I am putting my dad into hospice care. My dad says he wants to keep living. What does the Church teach about this situation? (47:17)

Special Challenge Match Hour

Patrick opens the hour with gratitude for listeners, tackles an annulment question with Anthony about why marriages outside church form can be declared null, and is surprised by Giovanni, whose curiosity about the root of evil sparks an exchange about pride, angels, and biblical wisdom. The conversation shifts frequently: stories of conversion, changes in medical positions on gender surgeries for minors, and the influence of streaming content on children. Anthony - My friend's wife got an annulment. Is that valid? (01:30) Giovanni (11-years-old) - Is money the root of all sin? (13:31) Sharon - I want to encourage people to donate to Relevant Radio. My husband and I were raised Pentecostal. I saw a Relevant Radio billboard and this turned me onto your station. (19:46) Audio: Scott Jennings –

Patrick shares the astonishing story of a 13-year-old who swims through treacherous ocean waters to save his family, then pivots to answer burning questions about the origins of the Mass, Marian doctrine, and the power of sacramentals. Community, faith, and everyday miracles pulse through every minute. A 13-year-old boy has swum 4km through open ocean to save the lives of his mother and two siblings south of Perth. 4 Kilometers is 2.49 Miles – from 7 News - https://x.com/7NewsSydney/status/2018587056423792842?s=20 (02:54) UNC Health bars those under 19 from gender-affirming care — stricter than state limit - https://dailytarheel.com/article/university-unc-health-gender-affirming-care-limited-20260202 (13:53) Karen - I had the most wonderful conversation because of my Relevant Radio bumper sticker. (18:10) Liz (email) - My 14-year-old son has been having discussions with his older cousin about Mary. The cousin quotes the verse “All have sinned” and says Mary wasn’t sinless. (27:21) Cayden - What was the Mass like before the TLM (Traditional Latin Mass)? (41:26) Josie (email) - What’s your opinion on the NRSV-CE Bible translation? (47:04)

Patrick explores Catholic questions about Bible translations, the validity of non-Catholic baptisms, and Mass customs like kneeling and standing, all while engaging callers in real-time on sensitive topics from confession to Communion. He weaves listener stories and personal anecdotes into honest conversations about faith, sacramental traditions, and even the social pressures within church communities. Peggy (email) - At a Lutheran baptism, the pastor said "you are" baptized in the name of the Father. I think that the Lutheran form is supposed to be the same as Catholic. So, is that not valid, and can it be valid in an 'emergency' situation so that I can just baptize the baby myself to make it valid? (01:54) Laura in El Paso, TX - During mass, should I kneel after the Our Father? (04:51) Laura in Napa, CA - I teach at a school where we do TLM twice a month. Our students get confused by this. How can I explain what to do? (15:33) Michael (email) - Is it possible St. Peter’s wife was dead by the time Jesus called him? Buddy - Why does my local priest omit the Alleluia chorus, but on Sunday he doesn’t say it before the Gospel? Is this normal? (27:23) Andriana (email) – Is it a sin for Catholics to argue? (30:31) Anna - I have been a music minister for 60 years. Alleluia is to be sung. If it is not sung, it is permitted to omit it. (34:59) Jenny - I think you should go up for a blessing during Holy Communion. (42:42)

Patrick answers tough questions on the sacraments, marriage, Marian apparitions, and confessional guidance, clarifying complex Catholic teachings with warmth and candor. Annette - At the Easter Vigil, must Confirmation be omitted if there are no Baptisms? (02:32) David (email) - You were defending the Catholic tradition that upholds the doctrine that Mary was sinless. This is the problem with the Catholic Church. (14:13) Audio: Florida couple sues fertility clinic after embryo mix-up leads to birth of child who is not biologically theirs - https://x.com/unlimited_ls/status/2017049649849262322?s=20 (28:49) Kris - If someone who is a Catholic gets a certification to perform marriages, can they marry non-Catholics? (30:43) Lynne - Is Our Lady of Champion the only apparition in the United States that is approved? (36:18) Ozzie - A friend of mine said it was not a sin to miss mass on Sunday and says that God understands human nature (44:23)

Patrick opens this episode with prayer and an energized call for support during Relevant Radio’s Winter Pledge Drive, inviting everyone to join him in community and faith. Questions flood in about clapping at Mass, proper use of anointing of the sick, monogamy’s roots, and how to encourage spiritual growth within a family, and Patrick answers each with clarity, warmth, and direct appeal. Jules - Is it ok to applaud during Mass? (02:27) Joel - Why does the Church declare the nature of marriage to be monogamous? (06:58) Email – Question about the anointing of the sick (14:52) Email – How do I communicate with siblings who have fallen away from our faith (27:39) Maddie (email) - My husband struggles to stay consistent in prayer and lead our family in faith and prayer. How can I encourage him in prayer without nagging him? Rose - Does it count for me to pray the Rosary if I just listen to it? (32:42) Solane (email) – Question about mental health and psychiatry (41:12) David (email) – I no longer feel any fellowship at my Catholic Church and I’m thinking of going to another service on Sundays (45:17)

Patrick on the fallout of feminism in American institutions and the fairness of transgender athletes in women’s sports, with commentary from Helen Andrews and collegiate runner Madison Kenyon. Patrick threads together cultural analysis, faith-driven advice, and real-life stories, moving the hour with urgency, empathy, and a few unexpected notes. Audio: Helen Andrews on feminism - 1. Feminization isn't neutral—in key institutions, it's actively harmful. 2. Demographic feminization → substantive feminization - https://x.com/newstart_2024/status/2017319229259686276?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (04:45) Audio: Madison Kenyon’s case for excluding biological males from female sports from CNN with host Brianna Keilar - 3min - https://x.com/dineshdsouza/status/2011204762717602270 (11:17) John - Is it ok to get the Tdap vaccine? Is this morally acceptable? (27:26) Candace - I was watching Congress asking woman if men can get pregnant and she couldn't answer the question. I just don't get it. It is just a shame that people not just women can’t answer simple questions like this. (29:51) George - We can't seek fellowship apart from the One Loaf. How can he get fellowship if he separates himself? (35:54)

Special Challenge Match Hour!

Patrick opens the pledge drive hour by calling listeners into prayer, then fields honest questions about bishops, Church history, and Catholic teaching, weaving in a spirited chat with Cyrus about tribute bands and the overload of screens in schools and homes. He listens to real stories about marriages saved and lives changed, mixing humor and faith as he addresses the struggles and joys of everyday life. Through every exchange, Patrick invites listeners to participate, offering hope, coffee, and heartfelt gratitude in return. Daniel (email) - Society of Saint Pius X (01:31) Audio: Do you believe Christ was fully human in the womb - https://x.com/maga_x_times/status/2013941162684387364?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (08:03) Bill - Did the Early Church Fathers support papal infallibility? (14:51) Bruce (email) – Is going to Church on Sunday only a duty for you? Audio: Hugh Grant on screens and kids - https://x.com/thomassowell/status/2018080668794679548 (27:15) Audio: Kids in school with phones - Kids are deeply addicted to their phones, and this teacher explains how it’s affecting their ability to learn - https://x.com/financedystop/status/2018098033586843953?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (29:24) Pete - A charter school here in Chicago makes kids remove phones at the beginning of the day and they get them back at the end of the day. (43:02)

Patrick steers an hour crackling with listener calls about Catholic burial, interfaith family tensions, and tough questions of faith, cutting straight to personal stories and cultural flashpoints. He fields debates on sleepovers, Buddhist retreats, immigration protests, and celebrity activism, all while the pledge drive pushes generosity and invites every voice to reconnect with Catholic tradition. Some moments are gentle, others jolt, but Patrick stays sharp, offering clarity as the discussion tumbles between prayer and the pressures swirling outside. Audio: No Sleepovers (00:15) Zyra - Is it ok for Catholic to go to a Vipassana retreat? (01:59) Dennis - Catholic funeral masses: Does the priest need to have all of the cremains for the mass to be said? (14:39) Maureen - Is it a sin to not be buried in a Catholic Cemetery? (20:15) Audio: Billie Eilish calls America "stolen land" - https://x.com/endwokeness/status/2018176829723398321?s=46 (27:09) Audio: Josh Seiter Walking Tomahawk - Isn’t that how immigration works? – Everyone is welcome, but illegals. - https://x.com/danproft/status/2017585940483465336?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (34:17) Mark - If you take any 2 hot button issues and look at behavior of protests there is a marked difference. I am talking about March for Life and ICE protests. (41:26) Audio: Tolerance double standards - It isn’t about morality or good and evil, or even right and wrong. It’s about power. From @liam.out.loud – https://x.com/thelizvariant/status/2017083337366483330?s=46&t=m_l2itwnFvka2DG8_72nHQ (43:26)) Jillian - If you had a child out of wedlock how do you explain church teaching without making the child feel like a mistake? (46:17)

Questions pour in about Catholic marriage, the Crusades, family struggles, and moral decisions. Unexpected moments arise, gratitude flows for donors, and personal stories add a raw edge to the mix, all as Patrick threads Catholic wisdom through every unpredictable turn. Truth or Consequences - https://patrickmadrid.substack.com/p/truth-or-consequences (01:14) Tom - I had a problem talking to my kids about the birds and the bees. Make sure to answer the actual questions they are asking. (05:35) Samantha - Were the Crusades morally permissible? (07:30) Patrick in Kansas - I have heard that the Eucharist wipes away venial sin. Is this true. Also, what point at mass is too late to arrive to receive the Eucharist? (18:32) Audio: Why belief in God works with Dr. Huberman – https://x.com/chriswillx/status/2011423057383223423 (27:07) Audio: When your intentions are pure – https://x.com/modernxdad/status/2008832480191840551 (30:08) Anne – My friend has a boyfriend that was divorced. Can she be his sponsor for Confirmation? (44:44)

Patrick explores how media manipulation distorts public perception, weaving in stories like the Nicholas Sandman case and experiments revealing the psychology of victimhood. He questions the motives behind selective editing, the risks tied to technology spying and examines why skepticism is vital in the face of digital misinformation. Audio: The ideology of victimhood -- if you preach to people that they are oppressed, they will look for that - https://x.com/DefiantLs/status/2016471314341445995?s=20 (01:49) Audio: We are in a PROPAGANDA WAR. Your mind is the target and you are being manipulated - https://x.com/howertonjosh/status/2016578612846026966?s=20 (04:43) Emma - My friend is Lutheran and I am not sure if the future husband is Catholic. Can I attend this wedding? (24:02) Adam (email) - I enjoy harnessing my team of horses on Sundays after Mass and taking my family on a wagon ride. Is it wrong to do this? (27:16) Google to pay $68 million over allegations its voice assistant eavesdropped on users (39:46) Audio: Guy asks META device to stop listening. It says it stops, but clearly continues to listen and respond to what he’s saying. (43:43) Joanna - You don't take your phone into Confession. I agree that is good. What if you confess about addiction and then you receive messages about addiction. (46:38)

Patrick explores empathy burnout, faith, mental illness, and the way modern culture presses women into new molds. Audio: Why Liberal Women care about cultures that hate them - https://x.com/sassafrass_84/status/2017000466245132528 (00:38) Audio: It’s not empathy, it’s ego. It’s okay not to care - https://x.com/CCPISASSH0E/status/2016239348455264761?s=20 (03:26) Audio: "You see the HIGHEST rates of mental illness amongst single, liberal women!" - https://x.com/lightonliberty/status/2011956457567039973 (08:15) Gina - Not taking your phone into the Confessional. Does it record even when its off? Is this true. Why don't you guys try this on air. (11:37) Jorge - Whenever I talk about something important, I put the phone away. (15:23) Sharon - About the cell phone tracking. I heard that you can stop a phone from being trackable by wrapping your phone in foil or putting your cell phone in a tin can. (21:57) Steve - You don't use tinfoil; you use a Faraday Bag. Also, GrapheneOS has Google taken out of the equation. (26:07) Guadalupe - Regarding surrogacy, my son goes to a public school and his teacher said she is having a baby for a friend who can't have a baby. Is this ok? (27:55) Jamie - What does the Catholic Church say about the Ethiopian Bible? (31:18) Bridget (email) – I bring my phone into the confession and it’s helped me sin less Bob (email) - The only way to make your phone truly safe is to drop it in a bucket of water. Daveed - Are there parallels to what is happening with ICE and innocent people and to what Romans did to Jesus? How would Jesus feel right now? (42:34)

Patrick welcomes listeners into lively national discussions about immigration, where real calls spark flashes of emotion and candid debate. Stories of border crossings, law enforcement pressures, political motives, and everyday struggles collide as Patrick weaves tough questions about justice, compassion, and faith into every exchange. He pushes for honest talk, highlighting on-the-ground realities and his own family history, refusing to let political talking points drown out the lived complexities shaping the issue. Audio: President Obama in 2010 shoots down the whole "stop deportations and just let the illegal immigrants be" argument that the Democrat party is currently pushing. - https://x.com/elonmusk/status/2016146909245665336?s=20 (00:21) Mark – Patrick, I want to compliment you on how you are handling yourself regarding ICE. (05:18) Chris - I remember that whistling has been happening since Obama and Clinton. I think that more people without convictions are being held. I also have issues with how they are training ICE. (09:41) Rico - ICE is being subjected to abuse because people hate Trump. They are using Hispanics. I feel used. (17:57) Courtney - I think Covid and propaganda broke people's minds and that is why people are protesting. (20:43) Doug - Are people looking into organization Indivisible? I asked protestors to go onto public property. I asked them who they were with and they said Indivisible. (24:03) Carlos - People come over illegally but some do come here to escape murder or alcoholism. I fall into this category. How do we fix this? (29:47) Elizabeth - I think we are not thinking outside of the box. Caravans were sent here and are now organized. We see this affecting legal immigrants who are here. Maybe this is how they will take away rights from people. We have to be vigilant. (39:22) Kathleen - I think we don't have the ability to help the poor who need help because of all the illegal immigrants that come here. (45:14) Carla - Trump is a big organizer too. He out organized Dems. Both sides are doing it. (48:26)