The Best of the Week

In this episode of The Drew Mariani Show , Drew digs into something that's becoming pretty hard to ignore: more and more young adults are moving back in with Mom and Dad. 🏠 It’s happening at levels we haven’t seen since the 1940s. So, what’s going on?   Is It Just the Economy, or Is There More? 💸   Sure, the economy’s tough, housing prices are through the roof, and student debt is a beast. But i...

If you missed this episode of Family Rosary Across America, you're in for a treat! Fr. Rocky and Maggie welcomed a special guest who absolutely stole the spotlight—Maggie's adorable baby, Michael Joseph! This little guy made his debut, wiggling and squiggling his way into everyone's hearts. 😊   Father couldn't help but comment on the joy that little Michael brought to the show. "Michael’s going t...

In this episode of Trending with Timmerie , we hear the incredible story of Sara Huff, one of Brazil's most influential feminist leaders—now a devout pro-life Catholic.  Her journey from the heart of radical feminism to embracing Catholic faith and traditional family values is nothing short of awe-inspiring. It's a reminder for you to keep praying for your loved ones who are impacted by the femini...

On an episode of Morning Air, John Morales had a chat with Fr. James Kubicki—a Jesuit priest who's been a big part of the Relevant Radio family for years. They took a stroll down memory lane, digging into Fr. Kubicki’s upbringing, his journey to the priesthood, and even some fun tidbits about his hobbies.   Milwaukee Roots: Fr. Kubicki grew up right near where he works today at St. Francis de Sale...

In this episode of The Patrick Madrid Show , Patrick takes on a curious question from Javier in San Antonio: Did Adam and Eve actually need to eat to stay alive before "the fall?"   Patrick breaks it down by saying that the Catholic Church doesn’t have a solid, definite answer on this , so it's something we can speculate about. He mentions that St. Thomas Aquinas talked about this in his Summa The...

So, Patrick dives into a question from Bonnie, who’s curious about those intriguing near-death experiences where people claim they've seen heaven or even Jesus himself. 🕊️✨ The big question she asks: What does the Catholic Church think about these experiences?   Patrick starts by acknowledging that, throughout history, there have been countless reports of near-death experiences (NDEs). People oft...

John from Chanhassen, Minnesota, called in with a really great question that might have crossed your mind: How do we know that Jesus’ consecration at the Last Supper wasn't just a one-time thing, and how does it connect to every Mass since then? 🤔   Patrick really dug into this one, turning to the Gospels: Matthew, Mark, and Luke, to show us that when Jesus said, “Do this in reme...

So, on The Drew Mariani Show , Drew had an intriguing conversation with Dr. Mark Miravalle, a leading expert in Mariology. They explored the messages from Our Lady of Akita , a powerful apparition from Japan in the 1970s.   Here's the gist:   Sister Agnes Sasagawa, a Japanese nun, received a series of visions and messages from the Virgin Mary back in 1973. These messages weren’t just for Japan—the...

In this episode of Trending with Timmerie , Timmerie sits down with Dr. John Di Camillo from the National Catholic Bioethics Center to tackle a tough, emotional, and deeply ethical question: What do you do if you've repented from using IVF (In Vitro Fertilization) and now have frozen embryos? 😔   First, Why Is IVF a Problem? 🤔 Timmerie briefly recaps why the Church opposes IVF . The main issue?...

Today, Doug Hinderer is exploring something so vital — how to make your marriage stronger and more connected through what Greg Schutte calls a Eucharistic Marriage . Trust us, this is all about making your relationship more fulfilling in a really practical way.   Greg is a marriage therapist with nearly 30 years under his belt and has been running Marriage Works Ohio for the past 18 years. He’s al...

If you missed out on Morning Air recently, you’ve got to hear about this conversation between John Morales and Bishop Brendan Cahill from the Diocese of Victoria, TX. It’s been almost a month since the National Eucharistic Congress wrapped up in Indianapolis, and wow—what a gathering it was! Picture this: 60,000 people all coming together at Lucas Oil Stadium just to be with Jesus in the Eucharist...

On a recent episode of The Patrick Madrid Show , a listener named Joseph from Anaheim called in with a situation many of us have faced. Some Jehovah’s Witnesses came to his door and asked if he believed in heaven on earth. Joseph, being Catholic, said no. But then they brought up the Lord’s Prayer— “Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven”—and it left him wondering if he had...

Poland. 1941, the second year of the Nazi Occupation of Poland. In the most infamous concentration camp of the war, an escape has taken place. The remaining prisoners of Auschwitz are now being punished for their comrades’ freedom. One Polish priest, imprisoned for speaking out against the Nazis, will make the ultimate sacrifice to save the life of a husband and father. His name? St. Maximilian Ko...

So, imagine you're wandering through a forest and suddenly, you step into quicksand—yikes! But then, you hear someone rushing through the bushes, ready to save you. You shout, "I'm saved!" But hold on, are you really saved? Not quite, at least not until you're pulled out of the quicksand and in the safe arms of your rescuer. This is how Fr. Richard Simon explains our Catholic understanding of salv...

Have you been thanking God for your blessings? It can change your life!   Today on The Inner Life , Patrick Conley and Fr. Marcel Taillon had a beautiful conversation about the power of thankfulness in prayer. You can get the whole episode here! Don, a caller from Chicago, shared something truly inspiring—he’s been keeping a gratitude journal for four years! 📔   Don’s daily habit? Jotting down th...

This episode of Family Rosary Across America is extra special because Fr. Rocky and Maggie are chatting with some of the most adorable little prayer warriors. Get ready for a dose of sweetness and faith straight from the hearts of kids!   First up, we’ve got 6-year-old Andrew from St. Genevieve, Missouri. It’s his big day—first day of first grade! And he’s calling in with his sister Charlotte, who...

It can be disheartening and frustrating if you're struggling to find the right person to marry. Don't give up hope! Take it to prayer and trust that God knows what's best for you. You might be encouraged by this clip from The Patrick Madrid Show !   Patrick reads an email from a listener named Marie, who is struggling to find a good Catholic man to date. She has been widowed for 18 years and has t...

On The Patrick Madrid Show , you'll hear from Kaine, a listener who reached out from a place most of us can't even imagine—county jail. Kaine’s story is one of struggle, redemption, and the surprising ways God works in our lives, even in the darkest corners.   Kaine, who’s currently awaiting trial for a crime he says he didn’t commit, opened up about the difficult journey that led him to this poin...

Did you catch the latest buzz around the film It Ends With Us ? Whether you've read the book or not, there's a lot more beneath the surface than just another romance flick. Directed by Justin Baldoni and starring Blake Lively, this movie looks into the gritty reality of domestic violence—a subject that hits close to home for many. The film is not suitable for sensitive eyes.    👉 A Controversial...

Imagine finding out that your child was in an accident. Can you even begin to experience the pain you'd face? What would you do?   Patrick Madrid responded to Avellino, a listener from Houston, who’s going through every parent's nightmare—his son was struck by lightning and is now unconscious with severe injuries. Avellino is struggling with decisions about life support, feeding, and hydration, an...

Today we celebrate the Solemnity of the Assumption of Mary, but maybe you find yourself confused. What do we truly remember on this day? When you pray the 4th Glorious Mystery, what you should be focusing on? How does the Assumption of Mary apply to your life?    In this podcast episode of The Inner Life, Father Matthew Witter discusses the topic of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.   Fat...

Timmerie talks about St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross, who most of us know as St. Edith Stein . Her story is nothing short of amazing, taking her from atheism all the way to sainthood. Talk about a transformation!   🌿 The Journey of a Lifetime 🌿   Edith Stein started life in a Jewish family. As she grew up, she went through a phase where she lost her faith entirely and became an atheist. Can yo...

Patrick Madrid tackles a question from Jay in Madison, Wisconsin. Jay has a bit of a dilemma: his relatives, despite being wonderful people and regular churchgoers, keep tossing out the "my body, my choice" line when it comes to abortion. So, how does he respond? 🤔💬   Here’s Patrick’s Take:   Thought-Stopping Slogan : Patrick points out that "my body, my choice" is really just a way to shut down...

Doug Hinderer kicks off his discussion by sharing a heart-wrenching story he found on an online advice board. A husband confessed that he’s been hiding his vaping addiction from his wife, despite promising her he’d quit. She’s caught him again and is now threatening divorce. The kicker? She’s more upset about the lying than the vaping itself. Here’s part of what he said:   “Marriage is a sacred un...

John Morales had an incredible conversation with Theresa Civantos Barber, the assistant editor for Aleteia, on the latest Morning Air podcast. They looked into the amazing journey of American swimmer Katie Ledecky, and trust us, it's a story you don't want to miss. 🌊✨   So, the Paris Summer Olympics had its fair share of drama because of the Opening Ceremony, but one athlete who truly stole the...