Conversations with Consequences

As secular outlets tout the abortion pill as "safe and effective" following recent FDA guidelines that relaxed rules on dispensing these harmful drugs, Louis Brown of CMF-Curo joins to discuss the real dangers about them--and why they should never be under the umbrella of "women's health." With marriage in a sharp decline, Peter and Debbie Herbeck share their own story discussing a new book they w...

As so many strive to find meaning and growth in their daily lives, Dr. Kevin Majeres joins Dr. Grazie Christie to discuss OptimalWork and ways to reframe one's mind to achieve greater success--and sanctity. Marking the beginning of Lent, Dave Reinhard talks about the Litany of Humility. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily as we journey through this period of penance. Catch the show...

USCCB Pro-Life Chair Bishop Michael Burbidge joins Dr. Grazie Christie and Maureen Ferguson to discuss the vital work to be done in a post-Roe world especially for mothers and babies in need. At the bottom of the hour, Archbishop Joseph Naumann tells us why 'radical inclusion’ can’t supersede Catholic doctrine. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily to prepare us for this Sunday's Gos...

With staggering numbers still rising after a horrible 7.8 magnitude earthquake rocked Turkey and neighboring Syria, Edward Clancy of Aid to the Church in Need joins the show to discuss relief efforts on the ground and how Catholics across the globe can help those suffering. Set to the backdrop of a demonic statue now erected in Manhattan, Ashley McGuire joins Dr. Grazie Christie to unpack Ross Dou...

With the International Religious Freedom Summit convening in Washington this week, we check in with Father Ben Kiely of Nasarean.org, fresh back from visiting Iraq, to learn some of the greatest issues facing persecuted Christians in the region, suffering such oppression. We also learn all about the Culture Project with Greg Schleppenbach, equipping young people to go out and help teens lead lives...

With a new film that exposes the dangers of transitioning, filmmaker Don Johnson joins Dr. Grazie Christie to discuss his new documentary, Dysconnected: The Real Story Behind the Transgender Explosion. As parishes across the country see dwindling numbers in Mass attendance, JP De Gance of Communio joins discussing the importance of evangelizing through marriage and relationship ministry. Father Ro...

As thousands take to the streets for the first time marching for LIFE in a post-Roe world this weekend, Kathryn Jean Lopez of the National Review joins alongside Sister Mary Grace of the Sisters of Life to discuss how we can best move forward helping mothers choose life in this new era where abortion is no longer law of the land. Considering the statistic that for every one adoption, 50 are aborte...

With the March for Life just a week away, Sister Marie Veritas of the Sisters of Life joins Dr. Grazie Christie to discuss LifeFest featuring some very moving testimonies and Mass celebrated by Archbishop Lori ahead of the march. As the FDA has relaxed its rules yet again on the abortion pill, Dr. Ingrid Skop of the Charlotte Lozier Institute joins to discuss why this is such a tragic idea especia...

With the passing of Benedict XVI on New Year's Eve, Ashley McGuire joins Dr. Grazie Christie reflecting on the wonderful words and writings of the late Pope including his just-released Spiritual Testament, contemplating a life so well-lived. Edward Pentin also joins from Rome with the latest surrounding the Pope Emeritus' funeral and his profound teachings on faith and reason. Father Roger Landry...

As the year ends, we take a look at some of the biggest threats to religious freedom with Steve Rasche of Religious Freedom Institute including Christian persecution in Nigeria. We also revisit with Nicole Caruso on dressing with the 'feminine genius' in mind as we ring in the New Year! Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily reflecting on the Blessed Mother! Catch the show every Satur...

As we celebrate Christmas this weekend, Colm Flynn of EWTN News takes us on a journey to Bethlehem as the Holy Family Hospital expects its 100,000 birth this year! Reflecting on the amazing reality that our Lord and Savior did indeed become a child, Father Roger Landry reminds us of the "mystery and majesty who reigns in the Eucharist." Catch the show every Saturday 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

As we prepare our hearts heading into the last week of Advent, the TCA team talks ways to simplify the holiday season, embracing what is most meaningful and letting go of the stress. As so many are suffering this winter dealing with sorrow and loss, Dr. Gregory Popcak offers sage advice on dealing with grief as we look to the true joy of Christmas in Christ Incarnate. Father Roger Landry also offe...

Dr. Grazie Christie and Leigh Snead revisit with Dr. John Bruchalski, former abortionist-turned pro-life advocate and how the Blessed Mother changed his heart for life. As we near Gaudete Sunday, Father Roger Landry offers some words of wisdom on how to truly embrace this season of Advent. Catch the show every Saturday at 7am/5pmET on EWTN radio!

As Jimmy Lai awaits his trial in a Hong Kong prison, Bill McGurn of the Wall Street Journal discusses the innocence of Lai and how "in Jimmy's sacrifice, the Lai family finds its redemption." The team also revisits with Marie Joseph exploring the vital work pro-life pregnancy centers do especially in this post-Roe world. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily for the second Sunday of...

As families gather together this week for Thanksgiving looking ahead to the Advent season, the TCA team revisits with Melissa Overmyer to explore her latest book, From Worry to Wonder: A Catholic Guide to Finding Peace Through Scripture.  On the heels of the USCCB Fall meeting and Bishop Burbidge being appointed the conference's pro-life chair, Kat Talalas and Chelsy Gomez discuss the important wo...

Dr. Scott Hahn joins to discuss his new book: Holy is His Name: The Transforming Power of God’s Holiness in Scripture, chronicling the definition of holiness and its history throughout the Bible. Marking National Adoption Month, Professor Elizabeth Kirk joins to discuss how the landscape has changed post-Dobbs. Father Roger Landry also offers inspiring homily for Christ the King Sunday. Catch the...

Dr. Grazie Christie discusses the importance of family and the dangers of divorce with Katy Faust of Them Before Us. We also revisit with TCA's own editor-extraordinaire Dave Reinhard about the Litany of Humility as we all strive to live out this virtue. Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homily as we prepare for Sunday's Gospel. Catch the show every Saturday at 7am/5pmET on EWTN radio!

With the success of the new documentary about the life and legacy of St. Teresa of Calcutta, we revisit with producer David Naglieri as he shares more facts about this incredible saint--and the extraordinary work that continues with the Missionaries of Charity. Nicole Caruso also joins discussing her new book: Worthy of Wearing: How Personal Style Expresses Our Feminine Genius. Father Roger Landry...

As Mary Hasson and Ryan Anderson take on the transgender movement this week, Dr. Grazie Christie talks with Mary about the Person and Identity Project as the Biden administration doubles down on their LGBT lobbying efforts. Law professor Teresa Collett also joins to discuss the Pontifical Academy for Life--and why are so many members pro-abortion? Father Roger Landry also offers an inspiring homil...

Dr. Grazie Christie and TCA colleague Ashley McGuire discuss a disturbing survey showing the #1 reason most couples aren't having kids--and it's not about climate change or money concerns--but a selfish desire to maintain indepedence. On the other end of the spectrum, with countless women suffering the cross of infertility, Dr. Marie Meaney offers her own experience and some wise words that St. Te...

Marking 60 years since the Second Vatican Council convened in Rome, George Weigel joins Dr. Grazie Christie and Maureen Ferguson to discuss how the Council was far more about “Christifying” the world than about changing the Church. As the first ever Mass for the Persecuted Christians is celebrated next week, Father Ben Kiely and composer Paul Jernberg join with a sneak peek of the beautiful music...

After controversial images were shared from the Vatican's synod social media account, Kevin Jones of Catholic News Agency joins with the latest--and what these listening sessions are all about. Dr. Grazie Christie speaks out against recent comments by Stacy Abrams calling a fetal heartbeat 'a manufactured sound.' TCA colleague Ashley McGuire also joins with a great analysis of a beautiful cartoon...

With a rise in mental health issues including depression among our youth across the country, Brad Wilcox joins to discuss the dire need for regulating social media, offering 5 ways we can protect our teenagers from big tech. Professor Jessica Hooten-Wilson also joins talking ways to renew one's imagination in the company of literary saints. Father Roger Landry offers an inspiring homily to prepare...

As a beautiful documentary comes to theaters next month, director David Naglieri joins to discuss Mother Teresa: No Greater Love. Anchored by personal stories of people who were transformed by Mother Teresa, the moving film showcases not only the radical love of this amazing saint, but also the unwavering work of the Missionaries of Charity who serve the poorest of the poor in every community acro...

Nathaniel Hurd of Religious Freedom Institute joins to discuss a shocking report released this month on the countless attacks against pro-life Americans including pregnancy centers and Catholic churches. Despite the ongoing attacks, pro-life work continues in our post-Roe world including the USCCB's Walking with Moms in Need! Kat Talalas and Chelsy Gomez join sharing all the work being done to hel...