“Conversations with Consequences” is the voice of The Catholic Association, offering a weekly hour of thoughtful dialogue—with the leading thinkers of our time— on the most consequential issues of our day.
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Jeffrey Bruno’s powerful photos and stories have moved hearts across the country, especially through his coverage of this past year’s National Eucharistic Pilgrimage. He joins us to share his personal journey of reversion—after decades in the heavy metal music industry—and what drives him to capture the most inspiring moments of Catholic life today. Plus, with a major women's conference right…
On this week’s show, vampire fiction meets the Catholic faith! Sister Allison Regina Gliot joins us to discuss her In Aeternum trilogy — and how a story about vampires can actually teach us about grace, mercy, and the Eucharist. Plus, EWTN host and travel expert Teresa Tomeo takes us on a pilgrimage through Italy! She’s diving into the life of St. Francis of Assisi, sharing how a pivotal moment in…
Joining us this week, Noelle Mering of the Ethics and Public Policy Center discusses her new book, No Contact, shedding light on the seductive ideologies driving families apart—and how to restore those broken bonds. Ahead of next month’s theatrical release, Maria Ruiz Scaperlanda previews American Martyr: The Stanley Rother Story, reflecting on the heroic virtue of the humble Oklahoma farm boy…
With the sainthood causes of Rhoda Wise and Sigrid Undset making strides, "Miracle Hunter" Michael O'Neill joins us with the latest updates—including intimate details on the miracle attributed to Venerable Fulton Sheen. Later, Matchmaker Madigan shares her movement to help young Catholics find love and marriage. Plus, as we approach World Grandparents' Day and the Feast of Sts. Joachim and Anne,…
With the tragic news of the murder of Catholic politician Ann Widdecombe in the UK, Edward Pentin of the National Catholic Register joins to share the latest details on what police are calling a "targeted attack." Then, as The Atlantic does a deep dive on the "end of reading," Catholic author and blogger Amy Welborn sheds light on the ways readers of all ages are still engaging with the written…
As Catholic economist Catherine Pakaluk recently highlighted the beautiful joys of siblings in The New York Times, the TCA team discusses their own experiences as mothers of large families. They reiterate the countless blessings and unique upside of a full house—including how a young sibling can be a balm to older teens struggling with depression or anxiety. Next, we sit down with Catholic mother…
As these United States celebrate 250 years this Fourth of July, Msgr. Roger Landry discusses the Catholic roots of our country and the many great American saints including the North American Martyrs. We also get a sneak peek of Meghan Cox Gurdon's new book, Free Range Girl, coming to bookstores this Fall. Set in the spirit of 1976, the memoir is a "powerful and luminous look back at a childhood…
After Pope Leo's historic trip to Spain, art historian Elizabeth Lev joins to discuss the towering La Sagrada Familia Basilica in Barcelona, and Antoni Gaudi, the venerable architect who worked indefatigably on the project. Lev also discusses the impact St. Peter's Basilica had on her own faith life, and why cathedrals are built to turn our gaze toward Heaven. Catholic author Emily Stimpson…
This week on the show, Becket Fund President Mark Rienzi joins Ashley McGuire to discuss a deeply moving letter sent by Pope Leo himself ahead of the firm's 2026 Canterbury Medal Gala. Then, Catholic psychologist Dr. Gregory Popcak breaks down a viral moment on forgiveness from the Holy Father’s trip to Spain and shares his BeDADitudes for being an awesome dad this Father's Day. Finally, Monsignor…
Fran Maier joins to share his favorite parts of Pope Leo's new AI encyclical, 'Magnifica Humanitas,' and we also mark the 100th birthday of Jerome Lejeune as the First Things editor shares intimate details about what he has learned raising a child with Down syndrome. Rebecca Dougherty also joins discussing Pope Leo's favorite book, 'The Practice of the Presence of God,' and why every Catholic…
