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We're joined by His Excellency Archbishop Marcelo Sánchez Sorondo, is an Argentine Catholic bishop, theologian and academic joins us to talk about his time in Louisiana and his book, Grace as Participation in the Divine Nature According to Saint Thomas Aquinas. Sunnie Johnson-Lain, CEO of SVDP-BR updates us.

We're joined by Matt Paolelli, vice president, marketing, Real Life Catholic will talk about Real Life Catholic's Lenten Phone Fast Challenge. Alan Migliorato, author of The Manly Art of Raising a Daughter, talks about his new ministry that aids in homelessness. Dr. David Whidden, Theology Professor at Fran U, joins us to talk about St. Francis and Lent.

We're joined by Fr. Chris Decker, Director of Mission at CCM and pastor at St. Mary of False River, talks about fasting tips. Andrew Swafford, author of Next Stop: The Afterlife: Unveiling the Truth of Heaven and Hell with C. S. Lewis's The Great Divorce.

We're joined by Josh Noem, author of the book What Wondrous Love: Daily Prayers for Lent and Holy Week 2026. Jordan Tabor with Rain Will Bring Flowers Foundation, talks about their upcoming event, Planting Seeds of Hope. Steve Ray, Catholic convert and pilgrimage leader, talks about upcoming pilgrimage opportunities.

We're joined by Sarah McDonald, Communications Director of the Archdiocese of New Orleans talks about the Clarion Herald upcoming issue and news updates. Emily Mentock, executive producer of "The Boy from Milan: Stories of Carlo Acutis", a project by the Augustine Institute in partnership with Digital Content. Dr. Tom Neal, Chief of Evangelization and Mission Engagement of the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee with Catholic 101 segment talks about Ash Wednesday- how did it originate?

We're joined by Matt Estrade, founder of Catholic Aging, gives us insights on the resources his ministry provides. Kitty Cleveland, Catholic singer and songwriter, talks about the importance of Eucharistic adoration. Terry Dickson, Communications Director of the Diocese of Biloxi, updates us on the Gulf Pine Catholic issue.

We're joined by Dr. Mark Williams, Superintendent of Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux Catholic Schools, talks about Lenten reflections for school leaders. David Dawson Jr., Catholic husband and father, talks about money and the easy illusion of self-dependence. Erin Franco, Catholic wife and mother, talks about Catholic motherhood.

We're joined by Gary Zimak, Catholic speaker and author, talks about his book Give Up Worry for Lent. Kathleen Higgins, Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry in the Diocese of Baton Rouge joins us. Dr. Luke Arredondo, Executive Director of the St. Brendan Center for Evangelization and Spirituality in the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee with Catholic 101 segment on homilies: should they be long or short?

We're joined by Dr. Cindy Ryals, Superintendent of Diocese of Baton Rouge Catholic Schools. James Behan, Associate Director of Young Adult Ministry and Associate Director of Marriage and Family Life, talks about events for young adults and connecting with other Catholics. Fr. Robert Cavalier, retired priest of the Archdiocese of New Orleans, talks about the life of a retired priest.

We're joined by Dr. David Whidden, Theology Professor at Fran U. Alan Migliorato, author of the book, The Manly Art of Raising a Daughter, talks about teens and service work, not just for service hours. Jeanne Keene, Community Outreach Director for the Greater New Orleans Area for Dignity Memorial, talks about Catholic funeral arrangements and planning.

We're joined by Pete Burak, author of the book, A Man on Purpose 10 Rules of Life from a Faithful Father. Ben Clapper, Executive Director of Louisiana Right to Life, with ProLife Persuasion segment discusses the question: "Are you equally concerned with the life of the child after birth (e.g., poverty, foster care)?" Fr. Josh Rodrigue, Rector at Notre Dame Seminary in New Orleans, talks about their upcoming Gala.

We're joined by Allison Daigle, CEO of Womans' New Life Clinic. David Dawson Jr., Catholic husband and father, talks about finding balance with home improvements/projects. Sr. Anne Joan Flanagan, Daughter of St. Paul, talks about the Stations of the Cross for Young Catholics.

We're joined by Sarah McDonald, Communications Director of the Archdiocese of New Orleans with update and Clarion Herald story preview. Dina Dow, Director of Evangelization and Catechesis in the Diocese of Baton Rouge, talks about Lent. Dr. Tom Neal, Chief of Evangelization and Mission Engagement of the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee with Catholic 101 segment talks about the Eucharist- should we receive it on the tongue or in our hands?

We're joined by Steve Ray, Catholic Convert and pilgrimage leader, talks about the Church's devotion of the month for February which is the Holy Family and the Boyhood of Jesus. Michael Acaldo, CEO of the National Council of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul updates us. Sylvia Dorham, author, talks about her latest children's book called "The Monks Stand Guard".

We're joined by Bevi Fontenot, Communications Director of the Houma-Thibodaux Diocese. Alan Migliorato, author of the Manly Art of Raising a Daughter, talks about “Cultivate Manly Qualities”, a topic in the next chapter of his book. Mary T. Heffron deBrueys, talks about the St. Aloysius Morning of Reflection and her new book Leave Your Shoes and Ego at the Door...: Now, In Humility, Cross the Threshold.

We're joined by Jason Gale, Vice President of Content and Production with TAN Books, talks about the Way of the Cross with the Saints. Dina Dow, Director of Evangelization and Catechesis in the Diocese of Baton Rouge, talks about evangelization at the primary mission of Catholic Schools. Terry Dickson, Communications Director of the Diocese of Biloxi, talks about the Gulf Pine Catholic paper.

We're joined by David Dawson Jr., Catholic husband and father, talks about online shopping and the spiritual life. Cynthia Hayes, President and CEO of Catholic Charities in the Archdiocese of New Orleans, updates us.

We're joined by Sr. Evangeline Ingwersen and Jim Jordan with Paraclete Press, talks about a Lenten chant devotion. Patti Armstrong, author of the book, Michelle Duppong Hope in the Depths of Suffering. Dr. Luke Arredondo, Executive Director of the St. Brendan Center for Evangelization and Spirituality in the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee with Catholic 101 segment talks about repetition at Catholics- why do Catholics pray in repetition?

We're joined by Lorraine Hess, Catholic singer, talks about her new book and music. Fr. Willy Raymond, editor of The Family That Prays Together Stays Together: Discover the Promise and Power of the Rosary with Fr. Patrick Peyton, talks about the power of the rosary. Sunnie Johnson-Laine, CEO of St. Vincent de Paul in Baton Rouge with updates us.

We're live with Mark Hermann with Men of the Immaculata, as he talks about the upcoming conference. David Dawson Jr., Catholic husband and father, discusses AI generators and kids. Scott Smith, Catholic attorney and author, talks about the Carlo Acutis Cup Quiz Bowl

We're joined by Sarah McDonald, Communications Director in the Archdiocese of New Orleans, talked about Catholic Schools. Anthony DeStefano, Catholic author, talked about his new book Your Valentine. Dr. Tom Neal, Chief of Evangelization and Mission Engagement of the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee with Catholic 101 segment will discuss fasting- why do we fast during Lent or on certain Fridays? What is its significance?

We're joined by Katie Zulanas, the Executive Director of Couple to Couple League, talked about harmful content in mainstream fertility apps and introduces PeakDay. Kathleen Higgins, Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry in the Diocese of Baton Rouge, joins us. Mike Fulmer, Catholic business owner, talked about the upcoming event benefiting Our Lady of Hope retreat center.

We're joined by Casey Chalk, author of the book, Wisdom from the Cross: How Jesus' Seven Last Words Teach Us How to Live (and Die) Well. Alan Migliorato, author of The Manly Art of Raising a Daughter, talked about “Test Your Knowledge” in the next chapter of his book. Sr. Allison Regina Gliot, Daughter of St. Paul, talked about her new vampire novel series The Light They Left.

We're joined by Gary Zimak, Catholic speaker and author, talked about mental health and trusting this year. Jason Angelette, Director of Faith and Marriage of the Willwoods Community, talked about prioritizing marriage retreats this year. Vinny Flynn, author of the book, A Year with Divine Mercy: Daily Meditations on God's Eternal Love dove into his book.

We're joined by Michael O'Neill, the miracle hunter, author and speaker, talks about his upcoming event at Cypress Springs Mercedarian Prayer Center. David Dawson Jr., Catholic husband and father, talks about Exodus 90. Hannah Guilliam, Acadiana Youth Director at Louisiana Right to Life, talks about the March for Life and Louisiana Life March.

We're joined by Fr. Willy Raymond, editor of the book The Family That Prays Together Stays Together: Discover the Promise and Power of the Rosary with Fr. Patrick Peyton. Dr. Tom Neal, Chief of Evangelization and Mission Engagement of the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee dives into the Eli Chaplet. Dr. Luke Arredondo, Executive Director of the St. Brendan Center for Evangelization and Spirituality in the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee, with our Catholic 101 segment will talk about incense- why do we use incense at mass?

We're joined by Dr. Cindy Ryals, Superintendent of Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Baton Rouge talked about upcoming Catholic Schools Week. David L. Gray is a Catholic theologian, author, and speaker, he talked about his book The Liturgical Sense of the Readings at Mass (Year A). James Behan, Associate Director of Youth and Young Adults and Associate Director of Marriage and Family Life provided an update.

We're live with Dr. David Bellar, president of Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University, Alan Migliorato, author of the book The Manly Art of Raising a Daughter and Andrés Garrigó, founder and CEO of Goya Productions and director of the documentary film “Searching for the Messiah”.

We're joined by Dr. Carrie Gress, author of the book, Something Wicked Why Feminism Can't Be Fused with Christianity. Kathleen Evans, Catholic wife, mother and artist talks about her and her husband's business called Habitavit Art Co. Kathleen Higgins, Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry in the Diocese of Baton Rouge, provides an update.

We're joined by Dr. Mark Williams, Superintendent of Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux, talks about enrollment management and strategy. David Dawson Jr., Catholic husband and father, talks about the dignity of work. Adele Gulick, writer and illustrator of the book, Summa Theologiae for Babies: Prima Pars.

We're joined by Sarah McDonald, Communications Director of the Archdiocese of New Orleans, gives us an update on this week's Clarion Herald issue. Dina Dow, Director of Evangelization and Catechesis in the Diocese of Baton Rouge, joins us. Dr. Tom Neal, Chief of Evangelization and Mission Engagement of the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee with Catholic 101 segment talks about the Catholic connection to Carnival season.

We're joined by Steve Ray, Catholic convert and pilgrimage leader, live from Israel. Michael Acaldo, National CEO of St. Vincent de Paul USA. Mark Spansel, member of the Sociedad de Hombres Pecadores, talks about the Mission to the Holy Spirit in New Orleans.

We're joined by Bevi Fontenot, Communications Director of the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux. Alan Migliorato, author of the book, The Manly Art of Raising a Daughter. Dr. Jared Staudt, co-author of the book, The American Catholic Land Movement: Past, Present, and Future dives into a new way of living.

We're joined by Yelena Popovic, producer, director and writer of Moses the Black, talks about the new film. Charlie McKinney is the Publisher of Sophia Institute Press and President of Sophia Institute for Teachers, talks about the new app Santifi. Terry Dickson, Communications Director in the Diocese of Biloxi, with Gulf Pine Catholic newspaper update.

We're joined by Allison Daigle, CEO of Woman's New Life Clinic. David Dawson Jr., Catholic husband and father, talks about cultivating an appreciation for gift-giving in our children. Dr. David Whidden, Theology Professor at Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University in Baton Rouge, talks about Christmas through the eyes of St. Francis.

We're joined by Ben Clapper, Executive Director of Louisiana Right to Life, with our "Pro-Life Persuasion" segment. Diego Passadore, talks about a devotion to Our Lady in his new book, Mary, the New Woman: A Judeo-Christian view of the Conception, in the history of Salvation, of the Divine Will in the Sovereign of Heaven. Dr. Luke Arredondo, Executive Director of the St. Brendan Center for Evangelization and Spirituality in the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee with Catholic 101 segment.

We're joined by Austin Habash, founder of the evangelization agency Think Catholic, Summa in a Year podcast gives us details on his episodes. Rebecca Even, Catholic author and speaker, talks about the 12 Days of Christmas Challenge. Sunnie Johnson-Laine, CEO of St. Vincent de Paul in Baton Rouge, provides an update.

We're joined by Dr. Eileen Reuter, an Adjunct Professor and Research Fellow for the Nesti Center for Faith and Culture at the University of St. Thomas, talks about the upcoming Winter Symposium on women's role in the Church and in society. Alan Migliorato, author of the book The Manly Art of Raising a Daughter, joins us. Florencia Moynihan, author of the book, Made Good: Overcoming the Lies that Keep Women at War with Their Bodies.

We're joined by Matt Estrade with Catholic Aging, updates us on his ministry. Dina Dow, Director of Evangelization and Catechesis in the Diocese of Baton Rouge, talks about Gaudete Sunday. Dr. Bobby Jakucs is a Catholic clinical psychologist, Marine Corps combat veteran, husband and father, talks about his article on Catholic Exchange called Coming Home Through Redeployment.

We're joined by Dr. Mark Williams, Superintendent of Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux. David Dawson Jr., Catholic husband and father talks about Advent and music. Scott and Elisabeth Williams, co-founders of Catholic Concepts, talk about Catholic Christmas greeting cards.

We're joined by Johnny Hebert with Gospel reflection. Sarah McDonald, Communications Director in the Archdiocese of New Orleans, provides a news update. Dr. Tom Neal, Chief of Evangelization and Mission Engagement of the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee, talks about St. John of the Cross.

We're joined by Dr. Cindy Ryals, Assistant Superintendent of Catholic Schools in the of Diocese of Baton Rouge, with monthly update. Mike Pasquier, speaker at St. Aloysius Advent series, talks about the series. Stephen White, editor of the book, Rebuilding Trust Clergy Morale in the Wake of Abuse Crisis discusses his insights.

We're joined by Dr. David Bellar, President of Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady University in Baton Rouge. Alan Migliorato, author of The Manly Art of Raising a Daughter, joins us to talk about daughters and future relationships. Dr. Gavin D'Costa, coeditor, From Sinai to Rome, talks about his book.

We're joined by Peter Carter, coauthor, The Song of the Lamb: Sacred Music and the Heavenly Liturgy. Dr. Charles Nemeth, Professor and Director of Criminal Justice and Director of Center for Criminal Justice, Law and Ethics at Franciscan University in Steubenville, talks about his book Christ, Crime and Moral Judgement. Dr. Scott Hefelfinger, Associate Professor at the Augustine Institute Graduate School of Theology and Director of Content Development, talks about an Advent video series on Formed.

We're live with Bob Hecker, owner of St. Mary's restaurant in Metairie, talked about his faith and new business. David Dawson Jr., Catholic husband and father, talked marriage and family life during Advent. Adalee Hude, illustrator of the book, Illustrated Classic Christmas Carols prepared us for the Christmas season.

We're joined by Sr. Marie Paul, Daughter of St. Paul, talks about Dilexi Te (On Love for the Poor), Pope Leo XIV's first apostolic letter. Dina Dow, Director of Evangelization and Catechesis in the Diocese of Baton Rouge, talks about surrounding ourselves within the season of Advent in stillness and hope. Dr. Luke Arredondo, Executive Director of the St. Brendan Center for Evangelization and Spirituality in the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee, discusses the feast and theology of the Immaculate Conception- what do Catholics believe?

We're joined by Steve Ray, Catholic convert and pilgrimage leader, talks about the Immaculate Conception. Susan Joy Bellavance, author of the children's book This Little Light of Thine: Stories of the Sanctuary Lamp dives into her new book. Michael Acaldo, National CEO of Society of St. Vincent de Paul USA, with provides an update.

We're joined with Tom Moran, President of Good Shepherd School in New Orleans, talks about their upcoming Gala. Bevi Fontenot, Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux Communications Director, updates us. Alan Migliorato, author of the book, "The Manly Art of Raising a Daughter", dives into listening to our teens. Costanza Miriano, wife, mother, journalist and author, talks about her book "Blessed Is the Day We “Got It Wrong”A Guide to Marriage Renewal".

We're joined by Becky Goff, regional director of Ignatian Volunteer Corps of New Orleans, talks about the organization. Sr. Evangeline Ingwersen and Jim Jordan, music editor at Paraclete Press, talks about their advent materials and chant music. Sunnie Johnson-Laine, CEO of St. Vincent de Paul Society in Baton Rouge, joins us for a monthly update.

We're joined by Jason Gale, Vice President of Content and Production at TAN Books, talks about the book Advent and Christmas with the Church Fathers: A Seven-Week Retreat on the Mystery and the Meaning of the Incarnation. Shannon McCormick, Woman's Health Nurse Practitioner at Woman's New Life Clinic, discusses the abortion pill reversal and resources the clinic can provide. Dr. David Whidden, Theology Professor at Fran U, joins us for a theology lesson on Thanksgiving and praise.

We're joined by Monsignor Jason Gray, executive director of the Fulton Sheen Foundation, joins us to provide details on the Sheen Experience. Terry Poplava, general manager of ACST Catholic, talks about a recent survey that examines people's beliefs in Jesus and church attendance. Suzie Andres, author, blogger at Miss Marcel's Musings, and friend of St Therese, talks about the book by Camille Burette called A Shower of Roses: The Most Beautiful Miracles of Saint Thérèse of Lisieux.