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Hey guys, CatholicVote is out on a retreat, in the meantime here is my interview with Kai Schwemmer. He has been hitting college campuses across the country on the "Pick Up The Mic" Tour, all over internet debates, and actively getting involved youth engagement. I've admired his joyful warrior attitude from afar and was excited to get his perspective. 00:00 Campus Debates Post Charlie Kirk 7:02 Th...

Why does every American town boast the same strip mall… and is your 401(k) paying for it? Erika follows the money behind ugly development, zoning laws, and corporate-owned storefronts to ask what we lose when our public spaces are commodified. Is it too late? Or can we build towns worth loving again?

The “Blue Tsunami” hits as Democrats take control of Congress and notch major wins across the country. Meanwhile, the LOOPcast breaks down what went wrong for Republicans, where the silver linings are, and what the results mean heading into 2028. All this and more on the LOOPcast! Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at...

Almost 70 million Americans are estranged from their family. The “no contact” movement has spread like wildfire, fueled by social media, political divisions, spiritual poverty, and cultural trends. In this episode of The Deep, Erika sits down with Noelle Mering, who wrote the book on this phenomenon, to explore what happened, how parents are dealing with the pain, and signs of reconciliation. Buy...

Christian commentator Samuel Sey faces deportation after an ICE arrest in Ohio. Meanwhile, the midterms enter their final stretch, and Josh (aka the Oracle of Petoskey) gives his final predictions for Election Day. And finally, US Catholic Bishops are under fire for praying with President Trump in the Oval Office. All this and more on the LOOPcast! Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user...

We told boys their masculinity was toxic. Now we’re wondering why so many are checking out. In this episode of The Deep, Erika digs into the trouble with men to ask: what does it actually take to become a man? The answer goes far beyond macho posturing, and women have more at stake than we think. Watch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

France erupts in massive protests and riots. Meanwhile, is Fr. Chad Ripperger actually being silenced by his bishop? And finally, what was Vivek Ramaswamy thinking? All this and more on the LOOPcast! Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-CharityMobile Catholic families can now find almost 200 f...

Pride flags and hijabs: America’s most bizarre political alliance? Erika unpacks the “red-green” marriage joining progressives and Islamist leaders, the history behind Islam’s expansion, and what’s really happening here. Is this coalition a temporary grab for votes, or something bigger? Watch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

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Hollywood gave us the unbeatable girlboss. TikTok answered with the Pinterest perfect tradwife. In this episode of The Deep, Erika digs into Disney princesses, forgotten women who formed families and grew civilizations, and two modern saints who offer a richer vision of feminine strength. Watch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

The Archdiocese of St. Louis sues the Trump administration over restrictions on Sacraments for immigration detainees. Meanwhile, the Cornell 7 case explodes, raising major questions about consent, morality, and whether the public narrative has outrun the evidence. And finally, Justice Samuel Alito talks retirement, post-Dobbs security threats, and the religious liberty battles still coming before...

Gambling is America’s #1 form of entertainment. In this episode of The Deep, Erika follows the money behind the sports betting boom, from the NFL’s sportsbook partnerships to VIP programs that keep losing gamblers addicted. It’s a toss-up whether we can save sports – and America – from the industry exploiting it. Watch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

Sarah Huckabee Sanders' latest ad takes a hit on welfare and... white men? Meanwhile, Nikole Hannah-Jones’ experience with New York City public schools reignites the debate over school choice. And finally, Pope Leo XIV draws massive crowds in France. All this and more on the LOOPcast! Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAS...

The American household is emptier, busier, and more stressed than ever. In this episode of The Deep, Dr. John Cuddeback joins Erika to explain what we’ve lost and why rebuilding family life doesn’t mean going backward. Dr. John Cuddeback writes at LifeCraft: https://life-craft.org/ The Intentional Household is available from Ignatius Press: https://ignatius.com/intentional-household-the-inhp/ Watc...

Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-CharityMobile Fulton J. Sheen moves closer to beatification, giving the LOOPcast crew a chance to revisit the legendary bishop, his remarkable life, and some of his most memorable stories. Then, Trump takes the world stage at the United Nations with major c...

Why don’t Catholic bishops excommunicate pro-abortion politicians? In this episode of The Deep, Erika digs into what excommunication actually means, why bishops rarely use it, and the forgotten story of one powerful politician who was excommunicated, repented, and returned to the Church. Watch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

CatholicVote Political Director Logan Church joins the LOOPcast to break down all you need to know about the upcoming midterms. Meanwhile, a viral photo from a Texas football game ignites a national debate over immigration and assimilation. And finally, Bishop Barron sits down with Theo Von. All this and more on the LOOPcast! Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — a...

An army of optimization influencers, from Huberman and Clavicular to Bryan Johnson, promised to help us look better, feel better, perform better, and maybe even “not die.” Millions bought in. Now some are having second thoughts. Erika digs into the rise of optimization culture, why it became so addictive, and what all that optimizing is actually for. Watch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podca...

The Trump administration’s plan to pay stay-at-home parents sparks a civil war on the Right. Meanwhile, Ted Cruz's "Protect College Sports Act" is not what it seems. And finally, Lindsay Clancy jurors speak out. All this and more on the LOOPcast! Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-CharityMob...

Erika sits down with Fulton Sheen expert Dr. Peter Howard ahead of this historic beatification. He explains why SEVEN years have passed since Pope Francis approved Sheen’s miracle and why he thinks now is the moment America needs Fulton Sheen more than ever. Get ready to be blown away by the intrigue, the miracles, and the promise that is Fulton Sheen. Want to learn more? SIGN UP TODAY for the Ful...

DeSantis takes aim at Flock cameras as the surveillance backlash grows. Meanwhile, Trump defends the data center boom despite growing opposition from voters. And finally, America’s higher education crisis is getting worse. All this and more on the LOOPcast! Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast...

America is about to face a demographic disaster. What happens when the world’s most powerful country stops replacing itself? Erika walks you through what depopulation means for our future… and what might actually reverse the decline. Watch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

Darlene Graham scores a major primary win. Meanwhile, is Canon Law the same as Sharia Law? Abdul El-Sayed thinks so. And finally, one priest explains why he “hates” the Traditional Latin Mass. All this and more on the LOOPcast! Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-CharityMobile 00:00 Welcome t...

Catholic liturgical music wasn’t always like this — so what changed? In this episode of The Deep, Erika traces how Gregorian chant and polyphony gave way to the folk-inspired hymns that have dominated Mass for decades. From Vatican II and the rise of contemporary liturgical publishers to the theology embedded in the songs themselves, she explores how the music Catholics sing shapes what they belie...

The Lindsay Clancy case sparks a national debate and divides America. Meanwhile, Republicans confront growing voter backlash over AI data centers. And finally, this wholesome high school tradition will warm your heart. All this and more on the LOOPcast! Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-Cha...