The Best of the Week

👩‍⚕️ Meet the Guest: Dr. Susan Caldwell   Dr. Caldwell is a NAPRO-trained women’s health and fertility specialist, former birth control prescriber , and cradle Catholic who didn’t always agree with Church teaching... until science (and some divine nudging) got her attention.   This episode is full of important info, but please remember: 🩺 This isn’t medical advice...

Doug kicks off the podcast episode with a great question:   ❓ "What’s the single most important thing you can do to make your marriage rock solid?"   👉 It’s cuddling. Yep. Straight from therapist Mary Jo Rapini and backed by actual studies.   Listen to the whole hour about emotional connection here !     🧠  The Brain-Science Behind the Snuggles   C...

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...

Drew Mariani reflected on the deep meaning behind names, especially when it comes to popes. When  Pope Leo XIV chose “Leo,” Drew couldn’t help but think back through history: from Leo the Great , who literally stood down Attila the Hun, to Leo XIII , one of Drew’s personal favorites, who laid the foundation for modern Catholic social teaching.   📜 A Legacy That&r...

On The Inner Life , Fr. John Eckert couldn't hide his joy when reflecting on  the deep Marian devotion of our new Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV . From the very first moments of his papacy, it was clear... Mary is his guide .   He led the world in a Hail Mary from the balcony, mentioned Our Lady of Pompeii , made an early pilgrimage to St. Mary Major , and publicly entrusted his entire papacy...

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...

On The Inner Life with Patrick Conley,  Fr. John Eckert walked you through the awe-inspiring, world-shaking events of  Fatima, and why this message still matters big time today.   Click here to listen to the entire hour. This podcast episode is just the highlight!    Fr. Eckert also lit up when talking about the Marian devotion of our brand-new Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV ....

The Church now has its first-ever American Holy Father : Pope Leo XIV. Not only is he U.S.-born, but he's also:   -A naturalized  citizen of Peru   -A  member of the Augustinian order (the first Pope from that tradition!)   -A passionate missionary with boots-on-the-ground evangelization experience     “Peace be with all of you.” : His First Words to...

ABC News snagged an exclusive interview with  John Prevost , brother of the newly elected Pope Leo XIV : the first-ever American Pope , born and bred on the South Side of Chicago 🏙️.   Patrick and Cyrus aired this audio during The Patrick Madrid Show , letting the story breathe... and man, did it breathe life into the moment.     👨‍👦 Brotherly Love & Shock 😲   J...

🏫 From the South Side of Chicago with Love   Anne in Naperville, Illinois (shoutout to the Midwest Catholics 🙌), shared a very personal tidbit: Pope Leo XIV went to St. Rita of Cascia High School , an all-boys Catholic school run by the Augustinian brothers , on the southwest side of Chicago. Yes, the Pope was a St. Rita Mustang! 🐎   Anne’s own family has deep roots there: five...

John Morales and Rome correspondent Ashley Noronha updated you on everything you need to know about our new Holy Father. He's already been very busy!     Pope Leo XIV has begun his pontificate with a  deeply pastoral tone that has everyone: from pilgrims in St. Peter’s Square to cab drivers in Rome paying attention. So far, he has:   🛐 Visited an ancient Marian shrine ou...

Ever had a Protestant friend hit you with, “Why do Catholics even need priests and a Pope? Aren’t we all priests?” Fr. Richard Simon is here to break it down, with a little history, some Greek and Hebrew, and his signature no-nonsense style.   The Protestant Argument: No Hierarchy Needed?   Tricia from Modesto called in, arguing that 1 Peter 2:9 and Exodus 19:6 prove th...

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...

Habemus Papam!   In this episode of  The Family Rosary Across America , Father Rocky, Drew Mariani, and Maggie come together to mark a truly historic moment in Church history: the election of Pope Leo XIV. He's the first American pope, and (get this) from the South Side of Chicago ! 🏙️   Father Rocky says he never thought he'd see this in  “50 lifetimes.”   &nb...

Patrick gave you a glimpse into the childhood and early years of our brand-new Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV (Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost), with the kind of reverent curiosity you'd expect when an  altar boy from the South Side becomes the Vicar of Christ . 🙌   You can listen to his entire hour of commentary about Pope Leo XIV  here .    Hour 2 is available to listen here...

📅 A Historic Day in the Church   At 6:08 PM Rome time (11:08 AM CT) , history was made as white smoke rose from the Sistine Chapel: signaling the election of our new Pope. The crowd erupted with joy, bells rang out across Rome, and thousands of people surged into  St. Peter’s Square .   The new Holy Father is none other than Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost , who now goes by t...

If you were surprised when white smoke puffed and they announced a Chicago-born American as the new Pope, you are not alone . Drew Mariani and Dr. Kenneth Craycraft talk about this momentous day on  The Drew Mariani Show , giving us both historical insights and Holy Spirit goosebumps.     The Power of a Name: Why “Leo XIV” Matters   Names are a legacy. And choosing...

🕊️ Starting with Prayer (Because, Obviously)   Fr. Simon immediately launches into prayer as soon as the mic’s hot. He’s moved. He leads us through:   -A powerful invocation of the  Holy Spirit   -A  Hail Mary     -The classic St. Michael Prayer , originally composed after a vision by Pope Leo XIII     There’s a reverent hush to it all...

This podcast episode captures that epic, chill-inducing moment when white smoke started billowing out of the Sistine Chapel chimney today. You know what that means...   🎉 We have a Pope! (“Habemus Papam!”) 🎉     So... What’s the Big Deal About White Smoke?   Fr. Dave Heney explains when you see white smoke , it means one man in the world has just gotten&nbsp...

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 w...

If you’ve ever scratched your head during Mass and thought, “Wait, didn’t Jesus say, ‘Call no man Father’? But we call the Pope Holy Father ?”   Fr. Simon is ready to untangle it with wit and wisdom. 😄📖   📜 It’s a Custom   Fr. Simon starts by clarifying:   “Holy Father” is a  custom , rooted in our hope that the Pope...

Drew Mariani & Dr. Christine Mugridge Discuss the Conclave with Insight and Grace   Drew sat down with the brilliant Dr. Christine Mugridge, a theology professor and former Vatican press insider, to  unpack the meaning and majesty of the conclave , without getting lost in politics or punditry. 🙏     📵 Holy Lockdown at the Vatican   First up, Drew gave us a behind-the...

Here’s Your Crash Course on the Conclave with Patrick Madrid:   So, the conclave has officially kicked off, and Patrick Madrid is here with an explanation on how the Church chooses the next Pope. 😇     🪑 What’s  Sede Vacante Anyway?   Patrick starts with a holy vocabulary lesson: sede vacante means "the chair is empty"... and not just any chair. We mean...

Rosary Roll Call:  Fr. Rocky was glowing from the Walk to Mary , thrilled to meet so many faithful listeners in person. He shared how deeply moved he was by the stories, the faith, and the daily dedication of those who pray the Rosary in their cars every night.    Maggie chimed in with her own joy: families are getting siblings, parents, and other loved ones to join in praying.&nbsp...

If you've ever wanted a front-row seat to what goes on at the conclave ... this episode of Morning Air is pure gold. John Morales and Rome correspondent Ashley Noronha walk us through the very beginnings of the papal conclave:  that ultra-secret, solemn, and deeply moving process that leads to the selection of a new Successor of St. Peter . 🕊️     🕯️ The Morning Kicks Off with Mass...