The Best of the Week

On Father Simon Says , Pat from Brooklyn called in with a great question: What does it mean that Pope Leo XIV is an Augustinian?   Fr. Simon explained that the Augustinians are a religious order that started in the 1200s, rooted in the rule of life written by St. Augustine of Hippo. He was a bishop who deeply admired monastic living. But instead of hiding away in the desert like early hermits...

If you've ever wondered what to do with a loved one's ashes... or if your family has made some burial decisions that you're not quite sure about, this conversation between  Drew Mariani and Catholic bioethics expert  Fr. Tad Pacholczyk is well worth your time.   You can listen to the entire conversation here !   They talk about how the Church views the body after death , and wh...

In this episode of Morning Air , John Morales chats with leadership guru and former CEO Harry Kraemer about what Pope Leo XIV teaches us about real leadership : it’s not about power moves or boardroom bravado... it’s about  humility, purpose, and radical service .     Key Takeaways from Harry Kraemer's Wisdom: 👣 Servant Leadership All the Way Down   Harry paints Po...

Let’s be real: Most of us have wondered at some point:  “Am I doing this prayer thing right?” On this episode of The Inner Life , Patrick Conley brings in Monsignor Thomas Richter . Together, they unpack what it  really means to pray... not just go through the motions, but to  enter into a real, living relationship with God .     🙏 Prayer Isn’t Jus...

On this episode of  Morning Air , Mary Hallan FioRito joins to talk about her unforgettable week in Rome during the Conclave that elected Pope Leo XIV: a Chi-Town native and a man of the people , through and through.     The Eternal City: Waiting, Wondering, White Smoke!   Mary paints a vivid picture of Rome buzzing with anticipation . Think: solemn prayers, camera crews jockey...

Patrick Madrid and Producer Cyrus are on the front lines defending your digital discernment! 🙌🛡️ There’s a 36-minute AI-generated video on YouTube that’s being passed around as a “historic” speech by Pope Leo XIV . It's not actually from him.    📼 The video kicks off with a flowery intro supposedly addressing President Ibrahim Traoré of Burkina Faso. 😅 &...

Ever wonder what it’s like to cruise through Church history: not with theology textbooks, but by checking out how popes have  literally moved over the centuries? That’s exactly what John Morales and Fr. Marcel Taillon did in this lively episode of Morning Air , exploring the sacred world of papal transportation .     🏰  Castel Gandolfo Chronicles : Where the Papal...

Timmerie is  all in on our new Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV... and not just because he’s the first American Pope (though whoa , how cool is that?!👀). This episode of Trending with Timmerie feels like a heart-to-heart over coffee and YouTube reels, as she unpacks Pope Leo’s first homily and what it means for you and me .   Here’s what you need to know 👇     A Po...

This episode of The Inner Life with Patrick Conley is a spiritual ride that blends papal reverence, personal conversion stories, and the kind of surprise twists only the Holy Spirit could orchestrate. 🕊️   You can check out the whole hour here !     👤  Special Guest: Bishop Michael Martin, OFM Conv.   Bishop Martin from Charlotte, NC joins Patrick to talk about  Pope...

Let us take you  inside the pews of St. Isaac Jogues in suburban Chicago, where something beautiful happened: a packed church , and lots of  heartfelt prayer.       🙏 A Rosary That Felt Like Family   Fr. Rocky brought his warmth and joyful presence to the broadcast, and he was joined by the local pastor  Fr. Burke Masters. He's a familiar name if you’ve tu...

If you’ve ever treated prayer like a heavenly vending machine: insert intentions, expect results... this episode of  The Inner Life with Patrick Conley and Monsignor Thomas Richter is your wake-up call (but in the gentlest way possible 😇).   You can listen to the whole episode here .   Msgr. explains that God is Pure Act  which means…     🛑 God Doesn&rs...

Doug from Marriage Unhindered shared some serious wisdom on Catholic parenting in the dating arena. Whether you’ve got a teen tiptoeing into dating land or a twenty-something stuck in a love labyrinth , this podcast episode is a goldmine. Be sure to check out the full episode !     🙋‍♂️ Real Email, Real Parents, Real Concerns   A Catholic mom wrote in about her 16-year-ol...

On  Father Simon Says , Tom from Monterey called in with a great question:   If Mary is the New Eve, how do we explain Jesus calling Mary Magdalene "woman" in the garden?   Fr. Simon explained that when Jesus says  "woman" , it’s not a dismissive term like we might think in English; it's more like “my lady” or “madam” in a royal, respectful sense....

🕊️ The Big Idea: Can the Church Be a Bridge to Peace in a Broken World?   Drew Mariani welcomed Ambassador Joseph Cella to talk about one of the most fascinating and hopeful developments in the world today: Pope Leo XIV potentially playing a central role in peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine. Yes, that Pope Leo: the first  American-born Pope ever, and he's already stirring hea...

Timmerie sits down with Katy Faust , the fierce, truth-telling founder of  Them Before Us, to talk about something that should be obvious but somehow isn’t anymore: why kids need their mom and their dad .      The Truth Your 4-Year-Old Already Gets   Timmerie kicks things off with a conversation she had with her 4-year-old daughter, who declared (with all the sass an...

On The Drew Mariani Show , Kathryn Jean Lopez joined Drew to reflect on the humanity, humility, and holiness of Pope Leo XIV, and why he already feels like a Pope for our times.   From the moment he stepped onto the world stage, Pope Leo has been radiating something different: a sincere reverence for the Eucharist , a deep Marian devotion, and a clear call to return to the fundamentals of the...

Patrick tackled one of the strangest questions to hit the Wall Street Journal lately: Does the first American Pope have to file U.S. taxes?   It’s not as simple as “render unto Caesar.”     🧾 Wait... The IRS and the Pope?!   Here’s the deal: Patrick explains that U.S. citizens have to file taxes, even if they don't live in the country. So technically, y...

In this soul-stirring episode of The Inner Life , Patrick Conley sits down with Fr. Matthew Widder to explore one of the Church’s most treasured spiritual weapons: the Rosary . It’s part catechesis, part spiritual pep talk, and all heart. ❤️     🙏 So, What  Is the Rosary?   Fr. Matthew reminds us that the Rosary isn’t just a string of beads; it’s a gift...

📬 The Email That Sparked It All   Cyrus read an email from Ray in Texas , who asked a fair and honest question:   “Aren’t we spending too much time on Mary? Shouldn’t we focus more on Jesus?”   You could practically hear Patrick rubbing his hands together; he was  itching to respond. And respond he did... with  biblical insight and big-time love fo...

On a stunning Sunday at the Vatican, Pope  Leo the 14th celebrated his inaugural Mass in front of 200,000+ faithful; think cardinals, world leaders, and the joyful roar of Viva il Papa! 🎉 Even Patriarch Bartholomew showed up, marking a beautiful moment of East-West Christian unity .   John Morales was joined by  Ashley Noronha , reporting LIVE from the Camino in Spain , to unpack a...

Timmerie just gave us one of the most surreal and holy moments in recent Catholic memory: hearing the  first ever American Pope , Leo XIV, give his inaugural homily... in full-blown Illinois-accented English. 🎙 🙏     🎤 Highlights from Pope Leo XIV’s First Homily :    He’s One of Us... and He's All In   “You have called me to carry that cross... I k...

If you're craving a holy dose of faith, flowers, and popes across the ages, this Morning Air episode with John Morales and Fr. James Kubicki delivers a soul-stirring bouquet! Here's your heavenly highlight reel... in all its rose-scented glory.     St. Thérèse and Her "Rose-Sending" Promise   Fr. Kubicki talks about St. Thérèse of Lisieux , affectionately...

Patrick shared a quick but oh-so-needed reflection that will resonate deeply. He read a recent interview from Vatican News featuring Cardinal Fridolin Ambongo (from Africa), about that ever-present buzz around division in the Church.    T he real story is way deeper than the drama on your social media feed . 👀📱     💬  Media vs. Reality: Not the Same Thing   Cardina...

John Morales chats with the brilliant Theresa Civantos Barber (Assistant Editor at Aleteia ) about something we never thought we’d say: the Pope is a math whiz! 🧮     📐 From Chalkboards to the Chair of Peter   Yep, it’s official : For the first time in 2,000 years of Church history, the Holy Father knows his cosines from his catechism.   🗣️ “He’s the o...

John Morales checks in with Rome correspondent Ashley Noronha , who brings us the latest from the Eternal City. Pope Leo XIV is giving us so many exciting matters to discuss!     🟢  The Popemobile Goes Eco-Friendly… and a Little Bit Casual   Pope Leo XIV has already ditched the traditional papal luxury for something more humble and eco-friendly.   🚙 He’s rol...