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Ep. 382 Erika Bachiochi's Declaration of Interdependence & Jeffrey Bruno's Life Behind the Lens

Jeffrey Bruno’s powerful photos and stories have …

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What Happened to “Honor Your Father and Mother”?

In her new book, Noelle Mering examines the rise of “no contact” and the ideology teaching a generation to see family obligations as a form of oppression.

Ep. 381 Sister Allison on Vampires & Teresa Tomeo Talks St. Francis of Assisi

On this week’s show, vampire fiction meets the Ca…

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At Castel Gandolfo, Pope Leo Revives the Papal Tradition of Rest. We Should Imitate Him.

The Holy Father’s July retreat serves as a reminder that God commands His people not only to worship, but also to honor the gift of Sabbath.

What Catholics and Print Media Lose When Ross Douthat Leaves The New York Times

For nearly two decades, he demonstrated that serious Catholic thought belongs in the nation's most influential newsrooms. His absence there will be deeply felt.

Ep. 380 American Martyr: Blessed Stanley Rother & Noelle Mering on the 'No Contact' Epidemic

Joining us this week, Noelle Mering of the Ethics…

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Msgr. Roger Landry Counsels Catholics: Don’t Follow the SSPX into Schism

The SSPX claims to defend tradition. But breaking with Rome is another matter. Willfully participating in a schismatic and illicit Mass “is a dangerous place to put one’s soul.”

Ep. 379 Miracle Hunter Michael O'Neill & Dating Advice with Catholic Matchmaker Madigan

With the sainthood causes of Rhoda Wise and Sigri…

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Norway’s First Saint in a Thousand Years? Sigrid Undset's Cause Is Underway.

The beloved novelist who gave the world Kristin Lavransdatter may become a powerful modern example of the holiness she so vividly portrayed.

"The Chatbot Will See You Now." The Perils of AI as Therapist and Pope Leo's Wise Warning.

As those struggling with eating disorders turn to artificial intelligence for guidance, people-pleasing chatbots often provide bogus and harmful validation. That's a real problem.

Ep. 378 Edward Pentin on Targeted Attack of Ann Widdecombe & Amy Welborn on the 'End of Reading'

With the tragic news of the murder of Catholic po…

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Politicians: Find Something Better to Do than Fight the Nuns Serving the Vulnerable

As legal battles continue against Catholic women religious, the sisters remain focused on the vulnerable people entrusted to their care.

Ep. 377 Msgr. Landry on SSPX & Keishera Joubert on Her Miracle Baby Born Twice Plus the Joy of Siblings

As Catholic economist Catherine Pakaluk recently …

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At 250: Celebrating the Saints Who Built and Suffered for America

As the nation marks its Semiquincentennial, Monsignor Roger Landry traces the martyrs, missionaries, and immigrant saints whose sacrifices helped build the institutions of American life.

Ep. 376 Msgr. Roger Landry Talks Great American Saints for America 250 & Meghan Cox Gurdon on Free Range Girl

As these United States celebrate 250 years this F…

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Pope Leo Says Children Need Time to Learn. As Moms, We Say: Books Before Bots!

Magnifica Humanitas challenges parents to choose the long journey of education over the shortcuts promised by artificial intelligence.

Ep. 375 Elizabeth Lev Explores La Sagrada Familia & Emily Stimpson Chapman on Story of All Stories!

After Pope Leo's historic trip to Spain, art hist…

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Thomas More, a Pilgrimage, and the Gift of Friendship

A quest to acquire a tangible reminder of England's Catholic martyrs led instead to a deeper appreciation of friendship, fidelity, and grace.

Sam Brownback on Why China's Crackdown on Religious Freedom Matters to America

The former ambassador discusses China’s economic power, religious persecution, and the witness of believers under authoritarian rule

Ep. 374 Mark Rienzi on Pope Leo's Message to Becket, Dr. Gregory Popcak on Forgiveness & 70K Rosaries for Fulton Sheen

This week on the show, Becket Fund President Mark…

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