Mercy Unbound

Jason Jones is a bestselling author, human-rights advocate, political scientist, and filmmaker whose work has taken him to some of the most troubled regions of the world. He has served vulnerable communities in the midst of war, persecution, and genocide, seeking to reveal the deeper realities often overlooked—or ignored—by the modern media.  In this episode, Jason shares his powerful testimony, b...

Mrs. Jamie McAleer resides in North Carolina with her husband, Jack, and their three children—Lauren, Jennifer, and Alexander. However, their journey to parenthood wasn’t always easy.  Jamie and Jack were blessed with two daughters and longed to have more children. However, medical testing revealed that this would be highly unlikely. Through what Jamie describes as a series of “God-incidences,” th...

In this episode, author Grayson Quay discusses the ethical and moral challenges posed by transhumanism—a growing movement that seeks to redefine what it means to be human through technology—and how we, as Catholics, can faithfully resist its allure. In his book, The Transhumanist Temptation: How Technology and Ideology Are Reshaping Humanity—and How to Resist , Quay skillfully exposes the lies und...

This podcast episode follows the remarkable faith journey of Barbara Heil. Her full testimony is beautifully recounted in her book, Journey into His Heart: How the Holy Spirit Led Me into the Catholic Church , available at the Sophia Institute and Amazon. Barbara Heil was raised without any particular faith or religious background. However, at the age of sixteen, she experienced a powerful encount...

Dr. Stacy Trasancos, Ph. D., is both a chemist and a Catholic convert. In her work, she addresses the profound medical, moral, and ethical questions surrounding IVF (in vitro fertilization). Her recent book, IVF is Not the Way (available at SophiaInstitute.com ), carefully examines why this increasingly common medical procedure—though accepted by the medical community—is not compatible with the Ca...

Jeffrey Trissell, Esq., was among the courageous “front line” attorneys engaged in the historic legal battles during the COVID-19 crisis of 2020 to 2021.  He played a central role in challenging the unprecedented lockdown of churches, standing against California Governor Gavin Newsom’s orders that shuttered houses of worship. Through the perseverance of his team, their efforts brought about the on...

A retired law enforcement officer in the Los Angeles area, Jesse Romero has become a powerful Catholic apologist and evangelist. He is the author of The Devil in the City of Los Angeles , available through JesseRomero.com and Amazon. In this podcast episode, we will hear his remarkable story—how his career in law enforcement ultimately led him to defend and proclaim the Gospel. Satanic Encounters...

Michael Lichens is an author, editor, and researcher with a deep passion for the lesser-known stories of Christian history. He has earned a bachelor’s degree in philosophy and a master’s degree from the University of Chicago Divinity School. He is the former editor of Catholic Exchange and St. Austin Review , and his work has appeared in numerous Catholic and secular publications. He is also a fre...

Alexandro Jurado is a passionate Catholic apologist and co-host of the popular podcast, Voices of Reason. In this episode, Alexandro helps clarify several commonly misunderstood Catholic beliefs, including the Eucharist, the Blessed Virgin Mary, and the communion of saints. Learning the Catholic faith Raised in a devout Catholic family, Alexandro developed a deep interest in the faith from a young...

DISCLAIMER: This episode contains graphic testimony that may disturb some listeners.  Zachary King spent over 25 years deeply immersed in organized Satanism and the occult. From a young age, he was drawn into this world of magic. He was once a powerful instrument of evil, but a miraculous conversion with the Blessed Virgin Mary helped to turn his life to Christ.  This is part two of a two-episode...

DISCLAIMER: This episode contains graphic testimony that may disturb some listeners.  Zachary King spent over 25 years deeply immersed in organized Satanism and the occult. From a young age, he was drawn into this world of magic. He was once a powerful instrument of evil, but a miraculous conversion with the Blessed Virgin Mary helped to turn his life to Christ.  This is part one of a two-episode...

Kevin Wilson is a devoted husband, father of three, and a respected healthcare executive. In several parishes within the Diocese of Albany, New York, he volunteers as a catechist and serves in various ministries. His deep faith and desire to evangelize have led him to author a compelling book titled “The Saint I Knew – Exciting Encounters with Holiness,” published by Marian Press and available at...

Justin Koelbl is an award-winning cyclist, and the love of riding ran deep in his family. He and his brother together earned six U.S. national titles, and Justin dreamed of one day racing in the Tour de France. After joining a training group to achieve his goal, he experienced an unexplained health condition that made him question his outlook on life and impacted his faith. In this episode, Justin...

Denise Mercado is an award-winning author, blogger, widow, mother, and grandmother. Born and raised in New York, she has traveled extensively as the wife of a U.S. military serviceman. In this episode, we discuss her new book, “The Stations of the Eucharist,” which explores twelve significant biblical events that prefigure or illuminate the mystery of the Eucharist. This book is a valuable resourc...

Celina Mary Opkaleke travels extensively throughout the United States and internationally to promote the consecration of individuals, families, parishes and dioceses to Mary, Mother of God. Originally from Nigeria, she is the author of three books focused on the Marian consecration. She collaborates with Catholic Brain , a faith-based educational platform that provides engaging resources for teach...

Dr. Helen Hoffner, Ed. D., is a professor, in the School of Education at Holy Family University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She is also a program coordinator and oversees the reading specialist program at the university. Her scholarly interests include researching the origins of religious traditions and artifacts. In this podcast episode, we discuss her book, The Cross – A Universal Symbol , av...

Heather King is an award-winning author, a nationwide speaker, and a leader of writing workshops. She also writes a weekly column on arts and culture for Angelus News , the archdiocesan newspaper of Los Angeles. In this podcast episode, Heather shares a short article she wrote for Magnificat on Servant of God Rhoda Wise. Her website is heather-king.com . Rhoda Wise holds the title of Servant of Go...

Dr. Robert Stackpole serves as director of the John Paul II Institute of Divine Mercy in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. He studied at Oxford University in England and the Angelicum in Rome. He has authored several books and articles published online and in journals. One of his books, Mary: Who She Is and Why She Matters (available at shopmercy.org , code MBK), is the fourth book in our ministry’s for...

Carrie Bucalo is an Army wife, mother, artist, and writer. She was born and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico. For 18 years, she suffered the trauma of sexual abuse at the hands of her father. In 2005, she married Justin Bucalo, who joined the United States Army in 2010. That same year, she launched her website, HealedByTruth.com , to promote faith-based healing for abuse survivors and their famil...

Peggy Stanton is an author, painter, and journalist who served as a news correspondent for ABC-TV in Washington, D.C. In 1990, she founded the MaryAnne Foundation to promote world peace through spiritual means.  In this episode, we explore her captivating book, From the White House to the White Cross – Confessions of a TV News Correspondent , which recounts her fascinating life in Washington, D.C....

Nikki Kingsley is a courageous woman whose profound spiritual journey led her from Islam to the fullness of the Catholic faith. An intense longing for God drove her search for truth and light - yet she realized He had been searching for her all along. The relentless love of Jesus and the mystical encounters she experienced have transformed her life forever.  Having a remarkable conversion story, N...

Father Paweł Naumowicz, MIC, is a priest of the Marians of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. A native of Poland, Father Paweł has served as a vocation director, prefect of seminarians, and Provincial Superior for the Marian Fathers in Poland. He earned his doctorate at the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome. Since 2020, he has been the custodian of the Shrine of St. Stanis...

Maria Keffler is the co-founder of Advocates Protecting Children. This organization serves and supports churches, schools, organizations, and individuals seeking facts and guidance on responding to gender ideology and activism. She is also a co-founder of the Arlington Parent Coalition, a watchdog group in Arlington, VA, dedicated to safeguarding parents’ rights and protecting children in public e...

Meet Marge Fenelon Marge Fenelon is an award-winning journalist, author, speaker, life coach, retreat leader, and Catholic media personality. She has written several books on Marian devotion, Catholic spirituality, and family life. In this episode, we explore her latest book, Defend Us in Battle: The Promises of St. Michael and the Heavenly Angels. This book is available at shopmercy.org (use code...

Meet Ambassador Eduard Habsburg Ambassador Eduard Habsburg serves as Hungary’s Ambassador to the Holy See and the Sovereign Order of Malta. As a member of the historic Habsburg family, his lineage is deeply intertwined with European history, including Austria, Hungary, Germany, Spain, and beyond. Known formally as Archduke Eduard of Austria, he is a diplomat, social media personality, devoted fami...