The Best of the Week

Patrick Madrid got a question from Tricia in Chicago asking if there’s any good reason to keep holy water at home.  Oh, Patrick's got reasons! And they’re good ones. Here’s the gist:   ✝️ Bless Yourself with Holy Water   -It’s a powerful reminder of Jesus’ victory over sin and death.   -Just like Moses parting the Red Sea and the waters crashing do...

We're all celebrating  after the historic election of our first-ever American Pope,  Leo XIV . Guess what? Fr. Rocky joined Morning Air to share 10 rock-solid reasons why Cardinal Robert Prevost was a smart pick for the papacy.     1. Quick Election = Church Unity   Within 48 hours, the cardinals picked him. No drama. No division. Just  Holy Spirit-level agreement. Th...

Here’s a recap of this episode of The Inner Life where Patrick Conley and Fr. Joseph Johnson explore the powerful, personal presence of the Holy Spirit in our lives, all through the lens of Pentecost.    You can listen to the entire hour here .     🕊️ What Even  Is Pentecost?   Fr. Johnson kicks things off (or lets the Spirit do it 😄) by unpacking Pentecost: &n...

This Morning Air episode is full of  humble surprises , historic firsts , and a vocation story that will have your heart doing somersaults. John Morales sits down with Bishop-Elect Pedro Bismarck Chau for a moving conversation about his appointment , his journey , and what God’s up to in his life right now. S urprise! Bishop-Elect Chau first heard the life-changing news  on April 1...

Ever found yourself thinking: “Did I just commit a mortal sin… because I thought about dessert during prayer?” Or maybe you (or your child) go to confession every week , not for mortal sins, but because of an unshakable fear that maybe something was sinful?   Welcome to scrupulosity , my friend. And this full episode of  Marriage Unhindered is a must-listen if that sou...

When a bishop shows up on The Family Rosary Across America with Father Rocky and Maggie, you know that it’s going to be good. This bishop brings along a powerful new devotion to  Our Lady of the Prairie !    Image courtesy of Damien Walker – The  Studio of Saint Philomena Artist & Founder     🎙 Meet the Guest: Bishop Chad Zielinski   📍 Location:...

A potential convert from California writes in with a super honest, thoughtful question that maybe you’ve wondered too: "Why does it matter for our salvation if Mary was immaculately conceived, ever virgin, or assumed into heaven?"   Here's how Patrick lovingly and logically answers this question: 💡 "If God revealed It, it matters"    That’s the whole game. If the Lord w...

Timmerie just went there in this 🔥 episode of Trending . She takes you into the world of Botox, plastic surgery, and our sometimes-awkward relationship with the mirror… and she does it with reverence and realism. 😎     💡  Wait, Baby Botox is a Thing?!   Yes. Yes, it is. And it's popular with teens and 20-somethings. Baby Botox = smaller doses of Botox to “start...

Let’s talk about faith, finances, and freedom, because Drew Mariani just had a great conversation with Jonathan Teixeira (Catholic money coach and certified debt-freedom expert) that hit us right in the wallet... and the soul.   🧾 The Real Talk: We're Drowning in Debt   Drew shares a startling stat:   Americans racked up $1.2 TRILLION in credit card debt last year. Yup. Trill...

Timmerie reveals that  Pope Leo has had an excellent workout routine. His trainer had  no idea this humble, smiley, modest guy showing up a few times a week was even a Cardinal , let alone about to become the Pope . 😲🏋️‍♂️ This whole situation makes Timmerie pause and ask: 👉  “Am I taking care of my body?” 👉 “Are  you ?” We’re Body and Soul....

Fr. Simon explains why our new Holy Father didn't go with something like "John Paul III" or "Francis II", and it probably wasn’t just to keep things fresh. Pope Leo choosing a name like Leo XIV was a way of avoiding Church faction drama. In fact, Fr. Simon sees it as a savvy move: Pope Leo XIII once guided the Church through the Industrial Revolution, and now Leo XIV steps in during the AI r...

So, your kid might have left the Church… but don’t panic. This episode of The Inner Life with Patrick Conley is basically spiritual CPR for any parent or loved one feeling crushed by the slow fade (or full sprint) of a child away from Catholicism. Patrick is joined by Fr. Bobby Blood, who shares gentle wisdom.   You can catch the entire episode here !     💔 First, Stop...

If you've ever been confused about indulgences, this episode of  Father Simon Says will help clear up some of the confusion. 🛟 Salvation vs. Redemption  Fr. Simon kicks off with a brilliant distinction: Salvation = Being snatched from spiritual death. Think: Jesus saving you from falling off a cliff (dramatic, yes, but also kind of the point). Redemption = Being bought back and restored...

Hey friend! 🌟 If you missed this powerful episode of The Family Rosary Across America with Fr. Rocky , Maggie , and a special appearance from Patrick Madrid , here's your recap.      📞 Ring, Ring! Your Prayer Intentions Came Pouring In   💔 Kathy from Minnesota   She called about Deacon Lewis , who heroically held onto the ciborium (the container full of consecrated host...

On Morning Air , John Morales sat down with Fr. Dominic Bouck for a super fascinating look at the  Augustinian Order , and what it might mean for the Church now that we have the  first-ever Augustinian Pope : Pope Leo XIV .    Fr. Dominic explained the roots and charism of the Augustinians, a smaller-but-mighty group of friars founded on the simple yet powerful Rule of St. Augu...

Oh yes... this is not a drill. The South Side of Chicago is about to get some attention!    In a recent Morning Air segment, John Morales and Glen Lewerenz let us in on one of the most Chicago Catholic things to ever happen: a White Sox tribute to Pope Leo XIV , who just so happens to be a South Side native and, yep, lifelong Sox fan . 🏟️     📅  Save the Date: June 14th &...

Timmerie just rocked this episode of Trending with a commentary on St. Peter’s wild rollercoaster of a spiritual journey: from face-palming mistakes to fearless faith. 😬✝️🔥   She kicks it off reminding us why the whole world, Catholic or not, keeps one eye on the Catholic Church: because  God’s authority in His Church is undeniable, magnetic, and kind of a big deal . And wi...

So… Is He  Really the First American Pope?   Carolyn called in asking what you may be asking:   -Was Cardinal Prevost (now Pope Leo XIV) picked to help increase Catholic faith in America? 🤔   -And can we please settle whether he counts as an “American Pope” already?   Fr. Simon’s take: Let’s not overthink it. The Cardinals didn’t elect...

Image via Marco Iacobucci Epp / Shutterstock.   If you missed this episode of  Trending with Timmere , you’re in for a treat, because Timmerie sits down with Catholic speaker and leadership expert Fr. Nathan Cromly . They share truth about what real leadership looks like . 🔥     🚨 The Big Idea: Leadership = Influence, Not Just Position   Fr. Nathan wants you to kno...

🎧 The Caller’s Question:   Tyler from Santa Barbara phoned into The Patrick Madrid Show with a simple but important question: “Why didn’t Vice President JD Vance kiss Pope Leo’s ring?”     Patrick’s Take: Not a Sin, Just a Skip   Patrick handled it with his usual blend of insight, clarity, and wisdom. Here’s the gist:   👑 There a...

Timmerie is talking about a trend that’s turning heads and raising eyebrows: Gen Z gals (we’re talking late teens to late 20s) dating men decades older.    💘 It’s Not Just About the Money (But Also… Kinda)   Timmerie sits down with Jim O’Day , Executive Director of Integrity Restored , to unpack this cultural phenomenon. It’s complicated.  ...

Drew Mariani sat down with Dr. Paul Kengor for a  conversation about the brand-new shepherd of the Catholic Church: Pope Leo XIV .    Papal Beginnings with Purpose   Dr. Kengor paints a touching picture of Leo XIV's early moments as Pope. From his first ride in the Popemobile to receiving the Fisherman’s Ring , Leo got to work right away.     📢  Clarity wi...

The content in this podcast episode may not be suitable for younger ears.     👩‍❤️‍👨 The Call-In Couple: Mary & Joe from California   Doug took a call from  Mary and Joe , a retired couple who aren't on the same page about their individual needs for closeness.     💡 Doug’s Insightful Wisdom   Doug lovingly reframed this not as a “desire...

Hey friend! 👋 Grab a cozy chair and a Rosary... because this episode of Family Rosary Across America with Fr. Rocky and Maggie was bursting with grace, gratitude, and childlike faith. 🕊️✨     🙏 Prime Time Prayer from Coast to Coast   The Family Rosary Across America is LIVE every night at 7 PM CT, reaching hearts from  Maui to Maine . We all gather together to continue our&n...

This episode of Morning Air with John Morales and the always-joyful Martha Fernandez-Sardina is all about  LOVE... but not the rom-com kind. No, we're looking at the holy, gritty, lived-out-every-day kind of love that Pope Leo XIV is already radiating just weeks into his papacy.      💖 How to Love Like Pope Leo: 10 Signs of a Heart on Fire   Martha shares 10 ways Pope Leo...