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On this episode of OC Catholic Radio , Fr. Christopher Smith of the Cathedral Square podcast has a long overdue chat with our longtime host, Rick Howick. Rick stepped away from his weekly hosting duties in the Summer of 2025, as he took a position at the Catholic University of America in Washington, DC. And the work that Rick is dedicated to in 2026 is the same kind of work that Fr. Christopher ha...

On this episode of OC Catholic Radio , host Peggy Normandin welcomes guest Janelle Peregoy to the studio. Janelle is the Associate Director for the Office for Family Life and Spirituality in the Diocese of San Diego, and she has teamed up with Linda Ji and her team here in the Diocese of Orange to focus on a unique and important ministry. Together, they’ve been growing a local chapter of the Life-...

Listen to the first of a 2-part podcast series on OC Catholic Radio ! Be inspired by a talk given by Bishop Joe Espaillat recorded LIVE before a packed crowd at Christ Cathedral. Bishop Joe was among several speakers who travel all over the country as part of the Steubenville Conferences. You are sure to be edified by Bishop Joe’s wit and wisdom. Be sure to share this podcast with a friend!

Here’s part 2 of an extraordinary podcast series on OC Catholic Radio ! In this episode, you will hear from 2 speakers who were recorded LIVE before a packed crowd at Christ Cathedral. On today’s presentation, we’re going to hear from 2 inspiring speakers: Fr. Dave Pivonka and Heather Khym. Fr. Dave is the president of Franciscan University of Steubenville. He has quite the resume as a Catholic le...

Listen in to this delightful conversation where two good friends get to ‘catch up.’ Host Peggy Normandin takes the reins on this edition of OC Catholic Radio. Peggy hosted the popular program “Call Me Catholic” on EWTN Network Radio from 2016 to 2018. Our accomplished guest today is Lisa Hendey, award winning author, international speaker, cancer survivor and motivator. Today's discussion cen...

On this powerful podcast episode, listen as host Rick Howick welcomes a local man named Vince Vasquez to the studio. Vince has been a leader for many years with the Knights of Columbus, both locally and throughout all of California. Listen as her shares his journey and walk of faith in a deep and profound way. He speaks of spiritual re-awakening with help from the Cursillo ministry that assisted h...

On today’s broadcast, co-hosts Bradley Zint and Andrew Meehan visit with a delightful gentleman named Deacon Pete Schumacher. “The Shroud of Turin: An Immersive Experience” at Christ Cathedral just recently kicked off its speaker series with Deacon Pete and his presentation entitled: “The Shroud: What I Saw & How I See It: An Evening with Deacon Pete Schumacher.” In 1976, using a specialized a...

On today’s broadcast, we’ll discover the transformative power of prayer with an assist from speaker Beth Davis. Beth is the Director of Formation for a ministry called ‘Blessed is She,’ and she recently spoke at Christ Cathedral’s quarterly Bethany Brunch women’s ministry. In this powerful presentation, she shares how the Lord speaks to our hearts, offering us a unique word for the year to guide o...

Live from the 2025 “I AM: A Beacon of Hope” Eucharistic Congress, listen in as Fr. William Goldin, S.Th. D., engages with Fr. Gregory Pine, OP, S.Th. D., to discuss relevant topics in a Christian context. Utilizing popular culture references from Harry Potter, Star Wars and Downton Abbey, they explore the pursuit of Heaven, the Christian life and distinctions between diocesan and religious priests...

The following edition of Orange County Catholic Radio is a segment we lifted from a recent broadcast of Empowered by the Spirit (with co-hosts Deacon Steve Greco and Katie Hughes). The guest they interviewed is a very familiar voice to listeners of this show, because it is that of our longtime host, Rick Howick. Rick stepped away from his hosting duties on this weekly broadcast in the Summer of 20...

Have you heard about the brand-new Shroud of Turin Immersive Exhibit opening at Christ Cathedral in November of 2025? Spread over 10,000 square feet and featuring a series of 360-degree theater rooms, interactive displays, new sacred art and other exhibits, this experience will offer one of the most amazing depictions of the life of Jesus Christ that has ever been presented to the public! Listen t...

Together, we set our hearts ablaze for Jesus. Take a listen to the glorious opening moments of the “I AM: A Beacon of Hope” eucharistic congress that took place in October 2025 at Christ Cathedral. Thousands of the faithful gathered on the @christcathedralca campus to experience the power of Jesus in the Eucharist. Tune in and be inspired!

Today’s audio podcast will bring you all the sounds and rich word descriptions that took place in July 2025 at the grand opening of the new Poong Jesus Nazareno Filipino Catholic Center (PJNFCC) in Anaheim. You’ll hear some beautiful prayers and music from Holy Mass, and joyful commentary throughout!

On today’s podcast entry, host Rick Howick welcomes dear friend Fr. Robert Spitzer back to the program. Formerly the president of Gonzaga University, Fr. Spitzer is a decorated author and conference speaker and the head of the Magis Center on the campus of Christ Cathedral in Garden Grove, CA. This is a very special edition of the OC Catholic Radio Show, because it is effectively the last show fea...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio , featuring host Rick Howick. On today’s program, Rick welcomes Ellen Roy to the studio. Ellen is the Executive Director for Catholic Charities of Orange County, which is based in the Tower of Hope at Christ Cathedral. One of the issues that is most forefront in our society today is that of immigration. Our discussion in this podcast doesn...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio , featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes Rebecca Freeman back to the studio. Rebecca is the Pastoral Care Ministry Coordinator for the Office for Family Life in the Diocese of Orange. Our discussion today centers around summertime and taking advantage of the beautiful outdoors that we’re all blessed to enjoy here in...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio , featuring host Rick Howick. Today, Rick welcomes Fr. Scott Borgman back to the studio. Fr. Scott has served the Diocese of Orange for many years and is currently assisting the parish of St. Kilian’s in Mission Viejo. Over the course of this fascinating dialogue, we’ll discuss the pontificate of our brand-new Pope Leo XIV. Fr, Scott will...

It’s rare when two of our key radio/podcast hosts sit down together in the studio, but it does happen occasionally. With the recent passing of Pope Francis, it was time to bring them together to reflect on his life and legacy. Rick Howick of OC Catholic Radio recently sat down with Fr. Christopher Smith, the Rector Emeritus of Christ Cathedral Parish and host of the Cathedral Square radio show and...

This podcast episode is the story of a man, inspired by a newfound faith, who’s been charged to “give back.” The story of Peter Hlavin is sure to give you a boost, in unexpected ways. A competitive athlete dating back to his high school days, Peter excelled in track and field and especially the ‘high jump.’ He went on to a very successful career in business and financial management. A series of ma...

Who is Our Lady of La Vang? On this episode of “OC Catholic Radio,” host Rick Howick sits down with the creators of “Our Lady at the Center,” a new documentary premiering on May 11 and May 17 in Orange County that explores that question and so much more. Shot in four countries, four languages and featuring dozens of testimonies, “Our Lady at the Center” was produced internally by the Diocese of Or...

Each week, we bring you compelling conversation with church leaders and laity. On this edition of OC Catholic Radio , Attorney Laura Meier joins us in the studio. Laura recently authored a book entitled “Guided by Grace – A Catholic Journey Through Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning.” This book was borne out of a medical crisis with her firstborn son that challenged the Meier family to the core. Yo...

Each week, we bring you compelling conversation with church leaders and laity. Today, Rick Howick welcomes Amy Cara to the studio. A convert to the Catholic faith, Amy is a writer, a business owner, a wife and a mother to four sons. In this powerful episode of testimony of healing and personal sharing, Amy shares beautifully the story of healing and transformational grace in her life.

Welcome to a very special edition of OC Catholic Radio. We think every edition of OCCR is special, but when we have the chance to sit down with our wonderful Auxiliary Bishop Timothy Freyer, it’s always time well spent! On this podcast episode, Bishop and host Rick Howick do a deep dive into all things ‘Jubilee,’ as they discuss The Year of Jubilee in 2025. What is this all about? How is it that t...

Each week, we bring you compelling conversation with church leaders and laity. Today, Rick Howick welcomes one of our favorite neighbors in the Tower of Hope to our radio studios. Her name is Evelyn Garcia; and she plays a key role for the well-known nationwide Catholic ministry called DYNAMIC CATHOLIC. Evelyn is the pilgrimage coordinator for the ministry, so she certainly qualifies for many freq...

Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio , featuring host Rick Howick. In the wake of the devastation brought on by the recent fires in LA County, Bishop Vann has called on the clergy, religious and faithful to be generous in spiritual, social and economic support for those suffering from this fire disaster. That is where the good people of the Orange Catholic Foundation (OCF) ha...