Conversations with Consequences

With controversial director Martin Scorsese out with a new series documenting the lives of 8 Catholic saints, Ashley McGuire chats with Leigh Snead and Betsy Fentress about what motivated Scorsese at this chapter in his life to make such a compelling tv series. Marking National Adoption Month, Leigh Snead and author Mary Bruno share intimate details about the cross of infertility and the joy they...

TCA colleague Ashley McGuire chats with Ryan Anderson of the Ethics and Public Policy Center on the future of the pro-life movement and why being pro-family and pro-chastity is vital in order to change the culture. We also dive into a new Leadership Virtues Series with Dr. Joseph McInerny of the Knights of Columbus who invites all of us but especially men to sign up for this virtual boot camp in l...

With election results now in, TCA colleagues Dr. Grazie Christie and Ashley McGuire discuss the impact the Catholic vote had especially in light of Harris' anti-Catholic bigotry. We also discuss the defeat of Amendment 4 in Florida and how helping families flourish is still the highest priority. With multiple arrests of pro-lifers praying silently outside abortion facilities in the UK, investigati...

Ahead of Election Day Tuesday, Dr. Grazie Christie and Ashley McGuire discuss the flagrant anti-Catholic bias of Kamala Harris on the heels of her latest statements on no concessions for religious exemptions of any kind when it comes to abortion. We also talk with Michael Lichens of Ignatius Press about the importance of remembering our own death--especially as enter into November. Father Roger La...

Bishop Michael Burbidge of Arlington, Virginia joins to discuss Respect Life Month, the power of the Rosary, and what news reports rarely show during the USCCB Fall Meeting! As we are less than 2 weeks out from election night, we also talk with Gates Garcia about what's at stake with life on the ballot and a very deceptive abortion amendment that Floridians will confront. Father Roger Landry also...

Servant of God Michelle Duppong is on her way to sainthood. We talk about the new movie coming to theaters next month sharing her extraordinary suffering, and her years bringing college kids to Christ through FOCUS. Jessica Navin is not only the producer of the film but was a close frien to Michelle sharing intimate details of her life. We also talk the a veteran dad of 16 kids, Conor Gallagher of...

With millions impacted by two hurricanes within the last 2 weeks, we talk with Jason Kimak of Samaritan's Purse about the relief efforts underway and how we can help those most in need--and the stories of hope amidst such tragedy. As we marked Our Lady of the Rosary this week on the one year anniversary of the Hamas attack on Israel, we talk about the power of this Marian prayer--and what the myst...

"As a mother of six myself," Frey admits: "I can tell you that having a child is like getting married in at least one important respect: If you are honest with yourself, you will admit that you had no idea what you were getting into...” The professor, philosopher, and podcast host breaks down what is going on socially and culturally with our current demographic winter, offering insights gleaned fr...

As a video of King Charles reciting Gerard Manley Hopkins surfaced recently, Cambridge professor Michael Hurley joins Dr. Grazie Christie and Betsy Fentress to discuss the prowess of this poet-turned-Jesuit-priest. A leading expert on Hopkins, Hurley recites not only God's Grandeur, but the Windhover, which was the poet's favorite work. We also talk with Dr. Susan Bane of AAPLOG about the medical...

Producer Victoria McEachern joins to discuss her new film, Heart of a Servant: The Father Flanagan Story. The movie tells the true story of Father Flanagan's role in helping hundreds of boys by giving them what they needed most: a home. His life embodied the principle: “If you want to save the future, start by saving the children.” Dr, Grazie Christie and Ashley McGuire also discuss the need for f...

Writer-at-large Betsy Fentress joins to discuss hospitality and friendship exploring how the art of cooking and the craft of conversation prepares the way for Christ-filled camaraderie. She presents our own "attempts at sanctified eating as a mirror of Christ’s Eucharistic gift." We also discuss the art of evangelization on college campuses with FOCUS missionary Anthony Cirillo. Father Roger Landr...

As more schools are banning cell phones on campus, the TCA team chats about the real hazards of big tech and why kids should be shielded from social media. We also discuss the real dangers of IVF with Katy Faust who suggests pro-child policies when it comes to building families. As Father Roger Landry took the helm as the new national director of the Pontifical Missions Societies in the US this we...

The TCA team talks about a rise in young Catholic women wearing veils at Mass 'in reverence for the Eucharist' and how the mantilla graces almost every depiction of the Blessed Mother as we find protection under her mantle. We also catch up with Tom Carroll on his 'Catholic Talent Project' as he continues his renaissance of Catholic education. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to...

As Jewish students were asked to denounce their faith in order to enter onto UCLA's campus last semester, Mark Rienzi of the Becket Fund joins to discuss a big win for religious freedom for students at the school and how the federal court ruling should impact other schools in light of potential campus protests this Fall. We also get a glimpse of never-before seen writings by Venerable Fulton Sheen...

Author Sabrina Ferrisi joins to discuss Blessed Carlo Acutis and his canonization during the Jubilee 2025, and what we can learn from this first millennial saint who worked diligently to chart Eucharistic miracles! Tania Geist share her new book, Eucharist: The Real Presence of Christ, as we move forward into the next phase of the National Eucharistic Revival. Father Roger Landry also offers an in...

With the news of Tim Walz joining the Democratic ticket, Ashley McGuire joins to share the greatest concerns Catholics should have regarding his record on life and religious freedom. As the Knights of Columbus meet for their annual convention taking place in Canada this week, we talk with Damien O’Connor, the Knights’ Vice President of Evangelization and Faith Formation, all about fatherhood, frat...

TCA colleague Ashley McGuire joins to discuss the scandalous Paris Olympics opening ceremony calling it "a wordless display of blaspheming bigotry followed by a faux apology." She also charts us through Kamala Harris' track record when it comes to religious freedom and the unborn. We also talk with Maureen Ferguson who now serves as a USCIRF chair to discuss the troubling religious grievances that...

With recent statistics pointing to married couples choosing not to have children, author Tim Carney joins discussing his book, Family Unfriendly, pointing out how “American culture is a suboptimal habitat for the human family.” As we wrapped the Eucharistic Congress last weekend, we visit with FOCUS missionary Anthony Cirillo about the important work of evangelization especially within a digital a...

Father Jason Charron joins to discuss the assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump and how Catholics can come together to unify in such a moment of division. With the great showing of Angelus News at the Catholic Media Association Awards, we talk with Pablo Kay about the work of Catholic journalism especially in light of the Eucharistic pilgrimage and Congress now convening in Indian...

As the 4 National Eucharistic Pilgrimage routes are advancing toward Indianapolis for the National Eucharistic Congress, we talk with Dr. Edward Sri about this unique moment and what impact he hopes these events will have on the hearts of Catholics--especially when it comes to understanding the true 'sacrifice of the Mass.' As the movie "Jesus Thirsts' becomes the second-highest-grossing documenta...

Art critic and historian Liz Lev discusses what makes art sacred in light of the ongoing Rupnik scandal with the recent call from Cardinal Sean O'Malley to remove the mosaics of the priest accused of sexually abusing women. Father Jeffrey Kirby joins to mark the 4th of July sharing his thoughts on what he calls the 'fragility of freedom.' Father Roger Landry checks in from the road along the Eucha...

Marking the 2nd anniversary of the Dobbs decision, Kat Talalas of the USCCB joins to discuss the success of Walking with Moms in Need and why this ministry is so vital in a post-Roe world. We also talk with writer Rebekah Weigel about her new film, Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot, reminding us all we are all called to care for orphan and widow. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring...

A month away from the National Eucharistic Congress, Dr. Edward Sri joins to discuss the ongoing pilgrimage and what this moment offers us all in light of his new book, What Do You Seek. Becket attorney Laura Wolk Slavis joins with a glimpse into a case revolving around campus encampments and 3 Jewish UCLA students that are finally getting their day in court after months of violence and discrimina...

With the success of Hermanos de la Calle, a non-profit working indefatigably to help rescue the homeless from the streets of Miami, Narciso Muñoz tells us about his new project: working to help pregnant mothers in need with Hearts for Life, a maternity home opening soon in the Sunshine state. And the with the smashing box-office success of Jesus Thirsts, executive producer Tim Moriarty joins with...

Out with a new book that is currently topping the Amazon LGBTQ charts during 'Pride Month,' Mary Margaret Olohan of the Daily Signal joins to discuss "Detrans: True Stories of Escaping the Gender Ideology Cult." Revealing intimate details from actual young adults and teens who have detransitioned, the book offers a rare glimpse into euphemism known as "gender-affirming care." Fran Maier, author of...