# Conversations with Consequences “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. Page: Feed: --- ## [Ep. 382 Erika Bachiochi's Declaration of Interdependence & Jeffrey Bruno's Life Behind the Lens](https://soundcloud.com/tcaconvos/ep-382-erika-bachiochis-1) _2026-08-13_ 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… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2381189916-tcaconvos-ep-382-erika-bachiochis-1.mp3) ## [Ep. 381 Sister Allison on Vampires & Teresa Tomeo Talks St. Francis of Assisi](https://soundcloud.com/tcaconvos/ep-381-sister-allison-on) _2026-08-06_ 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… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2376559898-tcaconvos-ep-381-sister-allison-on.mp3) ## [Ep. 380 American Martyr: Blessed Stanley Rother & Noelle Mering on the 'No Contact' Epidemic](https://soundcloud.com/tcaconvos/ep-380-american-martyr-blessed) _2026-07-30_ 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… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2372156822-tcaconvos-ep-380-american-martyr-blessed.mp3) ## [Ep. 379 Miracle Hunter Michael O'Neill & Dating Advice with Catholic Matchmaker Madigan](https://soundcloud.com/tcaconvos/ep-379-miracle-hunter-michael) _2026-07-23_ 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,… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2366225654-tcaconvos-ep-379-miracle-hunter-michael.mp3) ## [Ep. 378 Edward Pentin on Targeted Attack of Ann Widdecombe & Amy Welborn on the 'End of Reading'](https://soundcloud.com/tcaconvos/ep-378-edward-pentin-on) _2026-07-16_ 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… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2361501818-tcaconvos-ep-378-edward-pentin-on.mp3) ## [Ep. 377 Msgr. Landry on SSPX & Keishera Joubert on Her Miracle Baby Born Twice Plus the Joy of Siblings](https://soundcloud.com/tcaconvos/ep-377-msgr-landry-on-sspx) _2026-07-09_ 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… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2356145147-tcaconvos-ep-377-msgr-landry-on-sspx.mp3) ## [Ep. 376 Msgr. Roger Landry Talks Great American Saints for America 250 & Meghan Cox Gurdon on Free Range Girl](https://soundcloud.com/tcaconvos/ep-376-msgr-roger-landry-talks) _2026-07-01_ 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… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2351286338-tcaconvos-ep-376-msgr-roger-landry-talks.mp3) ## [Ep. 375 Elizabeth Lev Explores La Sagrada Familia & Emily Stimpson Chapman on Story of All Stories!](https://soundcloud.com/tcaconvos/ep-375-elizabeth-lev-explores) _2026-06-25_ 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… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2346819914-tcaconvos-ep-375-elizabeth-lev-explores.mp3) ## [Ep. 374 Mark Rienzi on Pope Leo's Message to Becket, Dr. Gregory Popcak on Forgiveness & 70K Rosaries for Fulton Sheen](https://soundcloud.com/tcaconvos/ep-374-mark-rienzi-on-pope) _2026-06-18_ 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… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2341990847-tcaconvos-ep-374-mark-rienzi-on-pope.mp3) ## [Auto-trade Cross-Exchange Gaps (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/QtZATtBzl58X) _2026-06-18 · **Sponsored**_ Find cross-exchange spreads, backtest strategies, and execute automatically with risk controls. ## [Ep. 373 Fran Maier Talks Pope Leo's AI Document & Beauty of Down Syndrome PLUS Pope Leo's Favorite Book](https://soundcloud.com/tcaconvos/ep-373-fran-maier-talks-pope) _2026-06-11_ 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… [Listen](https://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/2337551666-tcaconvos-ep-373-fran-maier-talks-pope.mp3)