The Best of the Week

Patrick Madrid is asked by Mary about the topic of confession and why Catholics go to a priest to have their sins forgiven. He provides an explanation based on biblical references. Patrick begins by emphasizing that Jesus came to forgive sins and save people from sin through his death on the cross. The reason for going to confession is derived from Jesus' own words in John chapter 20. After the re...

Drew shares an upcoming film called "Sound of Freedom" and addresses the issue of human trafficking. With over 40 million people in forced labor or sexual exploitation, including 2 million children, this is a serious issue in the US. This nation is identified as one of the top destinations for child trafficking. The film is based on a true story and follows the journey of Tim Ballard, a former CIA...

Women’s health and fertility/infertility specialist NaPro Dr. Susan Caldwell joins Trending with Timmerie discussing: getting off of birth control and transitioning to a fertility awareness programs like Natural family planning Getting off the Pill for Good  Resources: https://naturalwomanhood.org/getting-off-the-pill-for-good/   Dr. Caldwell’s story:  “I have children thanks to IVF but would neve...

In this interview, United States Senator Josh Hawley discusses his book titled "Manhood: The Masculine Virtues America Needs." Timmerie commends the senator for his defense of human life, the sanctity of marriage, religious liberty, and the unique value and contribution of men and women. They discuss the biblical and philosophical perspective on manhood presented in the book. Senator Hawley explai...

Patrick talks to a caller named Joseph who questions whether God shuts off His grace from individuals in mortal sin, expressing a desire for a less rule-based approach to Catholicism. Patrick emphasizes that Jesus established the Sacrament of Reconciliation and that this teaching cannot be ignored. Patrick clarifies that God’s grace is freely offered despite sin, but the sacraments, like Confessio...

Cale Clarke receives a question from a listener named Alan about whether the devil knew that Jesus was God during the temptation in the Gospel. Cale explains that it is not as clear-cut as people assume. He references an article by John Cavallini from Notre Dame, who discusses the idea that the devil may not have known about Jesus' divinity. Cale quotes Origen, an early church writer, who said tha...

Have you been away from Confession for many years? Mark from South Dakota shares that he is going back to the sacrament for the first time in 25 years. Patrick explains how to make a good confession and lays out the difference between mortal and venial sins. Carol calls into explain how Reconciliation has given her a new beginning, and then Mark calls back the next day to report his experience and...

Do you have a loved one who has struggled with addiction? Do not give up praying for that person! You’ll be inspired by this interview with Father Ryan Brady. He’s a Catholic priest who battled addiction to alcohol and found freedom and liberation through God’s grace. Father Ryan shares his personal journey and struggles with addiction, highlighting the impact it had on his relationships and sense...

As a “palate cleanser” for you following the distasteful Dodgers debacle, Cale shares the powerful deathbed testimony of perhaps the greatest player of all time, George Herman “Babe” Ruth, and his return to the Catholic faith. Before his death, Babe Ruth admitted his regrets and failings, expressing his belief that every person should have a strong religious upbringing which will always remain wit...

What should you do when someone expects you to use their preferred pronouns? How should you respond as a person who knows that there are only two genders? Patrick has some insightful advice. 

In this interview, Dr. Brian Donahue discusses the importance of taking care of our bodies and shares some simple steps to stay healthy. He emphasizes the concept of our bodies being temples of the Holy Spirit and the need to cherish and care for them. He presents helpful advice regarding sleep, exercise, and diet. 

In this interview, Chuck Gaidica, a former media personality in Detroit, shares his journey of faith and his return to the Catholic Church. Chuck explains that he was raised Catholic but drifted away from the faith in his early teens. He then attended Methodist churches with his wife for about 20 years before exploring other denominations. Chuck describes his time in a non-denominational megachurc...

Will you see the new Padre Pio movie starring Shia Lebeouf? Victor from Napa, CA asks Patrick his thoughts. Patrick admits that because of the blasphemy and nudity in the film, he doesn’t plan to see it. He explains that he hopes Shia’s conversion to the Catholic faith is indeed sincere but wonders why he would agree to take part in these inappropriate scenes of the movie.