The Best of the Week

What does it really mean to love your country? On The Drew Mariani Show , Drew Mariani and Dr. Matthew Bunson explored the difference between authentic patriotism and the misconceptions that often surround it. As America prepares to mark 250 years of independence, they reflected on a virtue that is becoming increasingly misunderstood. Dr. Bunson explained that patriotism is not about ignoring a na...

The Family Rosary Across America reminds us that no one carries life's burdens alone. Every night, listeners from across the country bring their joys and sorrows before God, trusting in the power of prayer. This past week, Susie from Boston called with a heartfelt request. Her brother, Steve, was preparing to undergo brain surgery at the Mayo Clinic in Florida after receiving a diagnosis of stage...

Purity of heart is a lifelong pursuit, and no one is beyond the reach of God's grace. On The Inner Life , Fr. John LoCoco reminds listeners that growth in chastity begins with a life rooted in prayer and strengthened by the sacraments. He encourages practical habits that help guard the heart: being intentional about media consumption, using accountability, going to confession regularly, and receiv...

NOTE: This article and segment contains a conversation about suicide and may be difficult for some readers. When Andrew called The Patrick Madrid Show , he asked a heartbreaking question: If someone attempts suicide, can they still go to Heaven? Before addressing the theology, Patrick Madrid focused on something even more important: Andrew's life. He reminded him that every person is created by Go...

Elite athletics demand discipline, sacrifice, and consistency. As former soccer player Steven Duran explained on The Tim Glemkowski Show , those same qualities became the foundation of a life of faith. As a young soccer player competing at the highest levels in the United States, Duran was often one of the few practicing Catholics on his team. Going to Sunday Mass sometimes meant arriving late to...

As America continues to celebrate 250 years of independence, Trending with Timmerie reminds us that the nation's greatest strength has never been found in politics or power, but in trust in God's providence. A striking portrait at the Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C. depicts a young George Washington kneeling in prayer, seeking God's guidance during the Revolutionary War. Long before becomi...

When Lauren Costabile was 16 years old, a boy with Down syndrome changed the course of her life. While volunteering at a camp for children with disabilities, she encountered a love unlike anything she had experienced before. "They just saw my heart," Lauren shared. "They just loved you unconditionally." That encounter eventually led her to found Hearts of Joy International, a nonprofit that provid...

For many, the Fourth of July is a joyful celebration filled with good food, laughter, and quality time with family. But for many others, holiday get-togethers become the setting for uncomfortable conversations, old resentments, or heated debates that leave everyone wishing the day had gone differently. On Marriage Unhindered , Doug Hinderer explained why family gatherings can so easily become emot...

What if students with learning disabilities are capable of far more than many people realize? On The Mark Swartzberg Show , educational specialist Margaret Walsh shared how a Catholic understanding of the human person is transforming the way educators can support children with learning differences. Rather than accepting a fixed mindset that assumes students will always struggle in the same ways, W...

When 16-year-old Daniel from Georgetown, Texas, called into Family Rosary Across America , he didn’t ask for prayers – he called to give thanks. A few weeks earlier, Daniel’s father underwent surgery after doctors discovered a mass on his kidney. As the family faithfully prayed the Rosary together, they entrusted the outcome to God. The diagnosis revealed stage one cancer, but do...

What does true freedom look like? For one caller on The Inner Life , it meant discovering that God's commandments don't restrict us. They set us free. Justin shared with Deacon Patrick Conley and guest Fr. Alan Hoffa how addiction led him through years of incarceration, broken relationships, and deep regret. Looking back, he now sees that what once seemed like freedom to choose anything only broug...

What do a packed soccer stadium singing “Country Roads,” a wedding crowd belting out “Sweet Caroline,” and an Italian piazza filled with familiar melodies have in common? More than you might think. Reflecting on a viral moment from a U.S. soccer match in Seattle, Tim Glemkowski observed that music has a remarkable ability to unite people. In the midst of a tense game, thous...

Parents naturally want the best for their children, even after they're married. But when concern turns into control, it can place enormous strain on a marriage. On The Drew Mariani Show , Drew welcomed licensed marriage therapist Doug Hinderer to discuss the delicate balance between offering support and interfering in a married couple's relationship. While seeking occasional advice from trusted fa...

On Marriage Unhindered , Doug Hinderer responded to a listener who had separated from her husband of 22-years after repeated infidelity. As her civil divorce became final, she faced conflicting advice. A priest encouraged her to return to her maiden name after an annulment, while her late sister had also asked her to do so. But her three adult children hoped she would keep the family name they had...

A caller named John Paul challenged Patrick Madrid with a question many Catholics have wondered: Where does the Bible command fasting and abstaining from meat during Lent? Patrick's answer began with an important distinction. Scripture does not contain a verse commanding Catholics to abstain from meat on Fridays during Lent. Instead, Christ entrusted His Church with the authority to guide the fait...

Modern life often keeps us overstimulated, anxious, and glued to our screens. But what if one of the best ways to calm your mind is just stepping outside? On Trending with Timmerie , neuroscientist TJ Power explains that serotonin, a key chemical linked to peace and emotional well-being, is largely produced in the gut and influenced by the health of our nervous system. Rather than constantly maski...

On the Family Rosary Across America , 13-year-old Samantha from Winter Haven, Florida, called Fr. Rocky with a list of intentions that reflected both the joys and challenges of family life. First, she asked for prayers that her family could move to Ohio after discovering that their move to Florida had not worked out as hoped. But Samantha's concerns went far beyond herself. She prayed for her gran...

Could there be life on other planets? It's a question that has fascinated people for generations and, with renewed attention on UFOs and government disclosures, it's one many Catholics are asking today. On The Inner Life , a caller named George posed that very question to Patrick Conley and Father Dave Heney, wondering what the Catholic Church teaches about extraterrestrial life. Father Dave expla...

In a culture where almost everything is replaceable, what happens when that mindset creeps into marriage? On Marriage Unhindered , Doug Hinderer and Father Peter Armenio reflected on a caller’s observation that modern society often treats relationships the same way it treats broken appliances: when something stops working, people throw it away and start over. Father Armenio pointed to a deep...

As America approaches its 250th anniversary, a remarkable journey is unfolding along the East Coast. The National Eucharistic Pilgrimage began in St. Augustine, Florida – the site of the first Catholic Mass celebrated in what would become the United States – and will conclude on July 4th in Philadelphia, a city rich in the nation’s history. Among the perpetual pilgrims is Mary Ca...

Dr. Robin Pierucci has spent nearly 25 years caring for babies with serious prenatal diagnoses and walking alongside families during some of the most difficult moments of their lives. As a board-certified neonatologist, she sees firsthand how a diagnosis can shatter expectations and leave parents overwhelmed with fear. Yet her message is simple: a prenatal diagnosis is not the same as a postnatal...

What happens when the people meant to lead us to God become the source of our deepest pain? That was the heartbreaking reality for Olivia from Dallas, who called The Patrick Madrid Show to share her struggle with returning to the Catholic Church after years of trauma. As a child, her family stopped practicing the Faith after her cousin was murdered by a priest. Later, additional painful experience...

During a discussion with Deacon Dr. Harry Schnitker of the Maryvale Institute, Tim Glemkowski explored one of the program’s most distinctive features: the community life that develops outside formal classes. At the center of that experience is a local pub overlooking the River Thames. While it may seem like an unlikely setting for theological formation, Deacon Schnitker explained that it cre...

What makes a truly Catholic home? According to HGTV designer and Catholic speaker Paige Rienzo, it’s not spotless furniture, designer décor, or the perfect summer tablescape. It’s hospitality. Speaking with Timmerie on Trending with Timmerie , Rienzo reflected on how modern culture often treats the home as a showpiece, something to preserve, protect, and display. But Christians...

When Fr. Raphael Capo joined The Mark Swartzberg Show , he shared an inspiring look at how the National Eucharistic Revival is reaching hearts far beyond church walls, including in one of the most unexpected places: the gym. As a National Eucharistic Preacher, Fr. Capo recently participated in a leg of the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage, accompanying pilgrims from Miami to New Jersey. Speaking at...