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Catholic Connection

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Teresa Tomeo, host of Catholic Connection, discusses social issues, media awareness, and interviews community leaders and newsmakers live. Teresa reports on news throughout the Catholic community and how we can make a difference.

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Oct 2, 2026

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Episodes

Thinking Like a Saint, Labor Dept. Rejects IVF Rule, France's Bans Social for Kids, and more... 24.07.2026

Fr. Timothy Gallagher discusses his book "Thinking Like A Saint: Discernment of Spirits in the Catholic Tradition". Fact Check Friday looks at France's ban on social media. Bishop Daniel Thomas joins to talk about the Labor Department Rejecting IVF rule. Plus, Fr. John Paul Mary discusses the Pope's message on the need for silence and prayer. We also revisit interviews with John Edwards from "Just...

Cultural Connections, The Fiat Project, France...Euthanasia and more... 23.07.2026

Cultural Connections looks at Democratic Socialists and their grip on the Democratic Party. Sr. Bernadette Mota joins to talk The Fiat Project. Two Sense highlights the year of St. Francis so far, and Fr. Tad Pacholczyk looks at the news of euthanasia out of France, while discussing the value of suffering.

Live Action Update, Shrines and Wonders, Joan's Rome, Looksmaxxing and more... 22.07.2026

Kimberly Bird joins for the monthly live action update from a press conference at Capital Hill against Planned Parenthood. Shrines and Wonders takes us to the Abbey of Monte Cassino, and Joan Lewis joins from Rome with the latest in Vatican news. Plus T's Sense looks at what "looksmaxxing" is, plus Louis Brown visits to discuss the steps needed to ensure human dignity to all in health care.

Bill Donahue Remembers Senator Lindsey Graham, Summer Tips for Kids, Newman Guide News, and Men of Life 21.07.2026

Bill Donahue of the Catholic League joins to talk Senator Lindsey Graham. Maria Morera Johnson stops by with tips for keeping kids happy and active in the Faith. Kelly Salomon and Newman Guide News talks the importance of vocations. Plus, Sean Corcoran of Men of Life talks about the importance of the man's role in pro life support!

America's Saint Conference, Apostolate of Courtesy, Avila Spiritual Warfare Summit, FERPA Violations and more... 20.07.2026

Dr. Peter Howard previews the upcoming America's Saint Conference on the eve of the Sheen beatification. Dr Robert Greving discusses the Apostolate of Courtesy. Dan Burke talks about the Avila Summit on spiritual warfare and the family. Dr. Theresa Farnan from the Ethics and Policy Center talks about school districts in violation of the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act, hiding transgenderis...

The Inside Word at EWTN, Fact Check Friday, "American Odyssey", Heartbeat International Update and more... 17.07.2026

Peter Gagnon delivers the Inside Word on EWTN programming. Fact Check Friday heads to Capitol Hill to look at the sin of omission. Dr. Patrick Deneen looks at Homer's "The Odyssey" and how it resonates deeply with Catholic spiritual life. T's Two Sense asks, "where are your local pregnancy resource centers?" Plus, Paul Jonna updates the story of Heartbeat International and the lawsuit they continu...

What a Democratic Socialist Is, YouCat Love Forever Guide, God's Bucket List, Canonization Cause of Sigrid Undet 16.07.2026

Fr. Mitch Pacwa talks communism, socialism, and the concerns of elections in America. Emily Dinneny talks YouCat Love Forever, a guide to help young people navigate life’s most important relationships. T's Two Sense looks at God's Bucket List, and what we can do about it. Plus, The Miracle Hunter (Michael O'Neill) joins to talk about the canonization cause of Nobel Price winner Sigrid Undset.

Marriage IS a Sacrament, Greccio, Joan's Rome, IVF News, and Fables in Culture of America 15.07.2026

Greg and Julie Alexander visit to talk Marriage Disciples through The Alexander House, and why marriage IS a Sacrament. Shrines and Wonders Wednesday takes us to Greccio, and Joan Lewis checks in from Rome withe the latest from the Vatican. T's Two Sense looks over an IVF story from EWTN News...and, Dr. Matthew Mehan from Hillsdale College joins to talk the importance of fables to the fabric of cu...

Grandparents in the Bible, Why Yoga is NOT for Catholics, Newman Guide News and more... 14.07.2026

Steve Ray talks about grandparents in the Bible and their important role in family life. Linda Carl visits to give important info about why yoga is NOT for Catholics. T's Two Sense talks about the Holy Father's message on summertime and not leaving God on vacation + St Kateri Tekakwitha. Plus, Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon features Benedictine College's President Stephen D. Minnis to talk t...

Journey Home Highlights, Just a Guy in the Pew, Find Your Fight and more! 13.07.2026

Matt Swaim talks about light bulbs coming on in the faith, plus what's coming up on The Journey Home on EWTN. John Edwards from the "Just a Guy in the Pew" podcast and Pew Ministries. Gail Buckley Barringer delivers the Scripture Verse of the Week from Proverbs. T's Two Sense hears from Patricia Heaton on the prayer that changed her life forever. Plus, Tyler Blanski visits to talk about fatherhood...

Spiritual Warfare and the Family, World Cup Fans Opinions on US, Taxpayers...Planned Parenthood and more! 10.07.2026

Dan Burke of the Avila Institute talks spiritual warfare and the family, the Avila Summit at spiritualdirection.com - Fact Check Friday hears from World Cup fans apologizing to America, and Michael New talks through the expiration of no taxpayer dollars going to Planned Parenthood. T's Two Sense highlights a movie for families, and Fr. Tad Pacholczyk discusses France's recent passing of an assiste...

Cultural Connections, Daily Examen, Archbishop Emeritus Hughes and more! 09.07.2026

Father Mitch Pacwa S.J. discusses Graham Plattner's campaign in his Cultural Connections segments. Andrea Picciotti-Bayer talks over the the quiet potential of the daily 'Examen'. T's Two Sense highlights the Pope's message to the youth of Iraq. Plus, Archbishop Emeritus Alfred Hughes talks about how to be in lifetime love with God, priestly formation and more!

Renaissance Fresco Refreshment, Shrines and Wonders, Joan Lewis, Reclaiming Sexual Health and more! 08.07.2026

Dr. Liz Lev restoration of Renaissance frescoes in Hall of Raphael. Matthew Bunson is our special guest for Shrines and Wonders Wednesday. Joan from Rome checks in from Tennessee to share her experience of America's 250th! Plus, T's Two Sense, and Bruce and Jeannie Hanneman talk about RECLAIM Sexual Health and recovery.

What Happens When a Nations Turns Againts Itself, SSPX Mass Questions, Newman Guide News and more! 07.07.2026

Noelle Mering talks about what happens "When a Nation Turns Against Itself". Dr. William Newton looks over the SSPX Mass, and answers the question, "can you attend one as a Catholic?" T's Two Sense revisits the 2026 EWTN Summer Academy, and Newman Guide News welcomes a Catholic homeschooled student who won the "Ultimate Civics Showdown", and a 150,000 dollar scholarship.

Following the Son w/ Sunflowers, SSPX Schism, 06.07.2026

Patti Maguire Armstrong talks the Catholic and spiritual analogy following sunflowers. Fr. Gerald Murray comments on the SSPX schism. Gail Buckley Barringer shares her scripture verse of the week. T's Two Sense highlights a presentation by the head of the Vatican Dicastery for Evangelization at the EWTN Summer Academy in Rome. Plus, a conversation with Robert Greving on the Apostolate of Courtesy.

Catholic Connection celebrates America 250! 03.07.2026

On this special edition honoring our nation's 250th birthday, we're joined by Stephen White of the John Paul II National Shrine, Bill Donahue of the Catholic League, author Carrie Gress, and Dr. Michael Breidenbach, Dean of the Honors College and Associate Professor of History at Ave Maria University.

Father Mitch and Sunflowers! 02.07.2026

Father Mitch Pacwa talks about what's great about America! Author Melissa Overmyer unpacks "microjoys." Teresa and Patti McGuire Armstrong marvel at the beauty of sunflowers. Samantha Kelly of Fierce Athlete and Mike McDonald of the Catholic League discuss the recent Supreme Court decision on women's and girl's sports,

A deeper dive into the Supreme Court decision regarding girls and women's sports! 01.07.2026

Teresa talks with Matt Sharp of the Alliance Defending Freedom, Franciscan University president Fr. Dave Pivonka, and Mary Pennefather, Christendom College captain of the Women's Basketball team about this important Supreme Court decision. Also weighing in isMary Rice Hasson, director of the Person and Identity Project at the Ethics and Public Policy Center. Joan Lewis brings the latest news from...

The latest on the Supreme Court decision and more! 30.06.2026

Teresa talks with Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse from the Ruth Institute about today's Supreme Court decision, that states can ban transgender athletes from competing on female sports teams in schools. Plus Raymond Martinez talks about his pilgrimage journey. Also, Kelly Salomen from the Newman Guide and John DeJak of the USCCB weigh in on the Supreme Court decision.

Recognize the good that Dobbs has done and the challenges that Pro-life advocates continue to face 29.06.2026

Michael New, Assistant Professor of Social Research at the Busch School of Business at The Catholic University of America - Topic: recognize the good that Dobbs has done and the challenges that Pro-life advocates continue to face ...... Steve Ray Topic: Sts. Peter & Paul. Alos Fr. Joseph Spence, FFm is in studio discussing living by the teachings of St. Therese.

The Inside Word at EWTN, Stopping the Abortion Pill, American Beliefs Study and more.... 26.06.2026

Peter Gagnon share the Inside Word at EWTN with programming as we approach Independence Day and the 250th for the United States. Fact Check Friday highlights the EWTN Summer Academy in Rome. Peter Breen visits to talk about the California AG suing Heartbeat International. T's Two Sense discusses being able to understand reality in media through a Catholic lens. Plus, Terry Poplava talks the Americ...

Shrine for Augustine Tolton, Healing the Culture, and Reconnecting the Family 25.06.2026

Fr. Steven Arisman shares about the Shrine for Father Augustine Tolton. Camille Pauley visits from Healing the Culture to discuss the expansion of digital access as a mission to promote and protect the dignity of life. Plus, Dr. John Cuddeback reviews the importance of bringing the family connectivity back through shared work, true leisure and multigenerational living.

"Prophet of Fire", FIFA and Catholic Radio, Joan's Rome, Edith Stein and more! 24.06.2026

Fr. Sean Davidson talks about his book on John the Baptist "Prophet of Fire". Allison Dalloul highlights EWTN Radio Affiliate (The Quest in Atlanta GA) booth at the FIFA games and their successes in outreach. Joan Lewis joins with the latest from Rome. Vanessa talks about the importance of Catholic Radio in her Coach's Commentary, and Dr. Robert McNamara is our guest as they discuss Edith Stein!

Bishop Robert Barron, Enough is Enough, Choosing Catholic Ed in the Age of AI, Saints Peter and Paul and more! 23.06.2026

Bishop Robert Barron talks about his film "Heaven in Stone & Glass", plus his appearance at the 2026 Grand Hotel Getaway. Donna Rice Hughes joins for internet safety month, and highlights Enough is Enough's offerings for parents. Nicholas Senz talks about the importance of choosing Catholic education in the age of AI. Plus, T's Two Sense talks putting down the devices, and the new Toy Story movie....

Journey Home Highlights, Liturgy of the Hours, Deacons of Hope and more! 22.06.2026

Matt Swaim highlights tonight's The Journey Home on EWTN where you'll hear a raw conversation from a evangelical worship leader. Jonathan Strate, CEO of Ascension, talks the release of the Second Edition of The Liturgy of the Hours. Gail Buckley Barringer shares the Scripture Verse of the Week. Plus, T's Two Sense reviews today's Gospel Reading, and Deacon Kevin Cummings talks about the pro-life w...

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