The Catholic Morning Show

Costanza Miriano—Italian journalist, author, wife, and mother of four—joins the Catholic Morning Show to discuss her book Blessed Is the Day We Got It Wrong . She shares insights on marriage, education, and relationships, encouraging listeners to embrace the wisdom of the Church even when it challenges cultural norms. Learn more: https://sophiainstitute.com/?product=blessed-is-the-day-we-got-it-wr...

Deacon Tom Bradley from the Diocese of Des Moines shares the heart behind his book Marching Without Applause . He reflects on the call to serve God consistently and humbly, even when our efforts go unnoticed, and how this quiet faithfulness shapes authentic discipleship. Learn more: www.marchingwithoutapplause.com #MarchingWithoutApplause #DeaconTomBradley #FaithfulService #CatholicDiscipleship Cr...

Today on the Catholic Morning Show: Deacon Tom Bradley — Diocese of Des Moines Deacon Tom Bradley joins the program to talk about his new book, Marching Without Applause , which reflects on faithful service, perseverance, and responding to God’s call without seeking recognition or praise. He shares insights drawn from his ministry and life of service within the Diocese of Des Moines. Learn more: w...

Dr. Jim Blessman, President and Founder of Blessman International, joins the show to talk about his recent work in South Africa. He explains how the organization’s mission of education, healthcare, and faith-based outreach continues to change lives through compassion and Christ-centered service. Learn more: www.blessmaninternational.org #BlessmanInternational #CatholicMissions #SouthAfrica #FaithI...

Patrick Schmadeke, Director of Evangelization for the Diocese of Davenport, discusses evangelization rooted in relationship, accompaniment, and lived witness. Drawing from his recent writing, he explains how incarnational evangelization reflects Christ’s own method of entering the world to save it. Read more: https://open.substack.com/pub/schmadeke/p/learning-an-incarnational-evangelization?r=e9xn...

Today on the Catholic Morning Show: Patrick Schmadeke — Director of Evangelization, Diocese of Davenport Patrick Schmadeke joins the program to discuss the concept of incarnational evangelization —meeting people where they are and witnessing to Christ through lived relationships rather than programs alone. He shares insights from his recent writing and reflects on how this approach can renew paris...

Aaron Gunsaulus, a former Protestant pastor and new convert to Catholicism, recounts his and his family’s journey to the Catholic faith. He reflects on how reconnecting with an old friend, a former Methodist pastor who had also converted, transformed his understanding and perspective on Catholicism.   #CatholicConversion #FaithJourney #ProtestantToCatholic #CatholicFaith #ConversionStory #FamilyFa...

Fr. Nick Smith, pastor of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Perry, shares the story of Our Lady of Guadalupe, her apparition, and his personal experience visiting the sacred site in Mexico City. He talks about the unity that Our Lady of Guadalupe brought, because of her importance to the Americas.   #OurLadyOfGuadalupe #GuadalupeApparition #CatholicFaith #MexicoCity #StPatricksPerry #CatholicRadio...

Fr. James Downey, teacher at Dowling Catholic High School and assisting priest at St. Boniface in Waukee, reflects on the Gospel for the Third Sunday of Advent. He offers thoughtful insights to help listeners prepare their hearts to hear and live the Gospel at Mass.   #Advent #ThirdSundayOfAdvent #GospelReflection #OurLadyOfGuadalupe #CatholicConversion #FaithJourney #CatholicFaith #IowaCatholicRa...

Fr. James Downey Fr. James Downey, teacher at Dowling Catholic High School and assisting priest at St. Boniface in Waukee, reflects on the Gospel for the Third Sunday of Advent. He offers thoughtful insights to help listeners prepare their hearts to hear and live the Gospel at Mass. Fr. Nick Smith Fr. Nick Smith, pastor of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Perry, shares the story of Our Lady of Gua...

In a full-panel conversation, leaders and candidates from the Diocese of Des Moines Permanent Diaconate Formation Program discuss the heart of the diaconal vocation. They walk listeners through the discernment process, the structure of formation, and the spiritual readiness needed to apply for the upcoming cohort. #DeaconFormation #PermanentDiaconate #CatholicVocations #DioceseOfDesMoines Credits:...

John Paul Brissette joins the show to reflect on the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe and the story that changed the course of evangelization in the Americas. He shares updates from the Shrine of Our Lady of Champion, insights into the devotion surrounding Our Lady’s appearance, and opportunities for pilgrims to grow in faith.   #OurLadyOfGuadalupe #ChampionShrine #CatholicFaith #MarianDevotion Cred...

Today on the Catholic Morning Show: John Paul Brissette — Director of Communications, Shrine of Our Lady of Champion John Paul Brissette helps us celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe , reflecting on her message, her enduring impact on the Americas, and how the Shrine of Our Lady of Champion is marking this powerful feast. He shares the spiritual significance of Mary’s presence among the po...

High school student Elise Wing describes her recent experience at NCYC, where she engaged directly with Pope Leo XIV in a live virtual exchange. Elise talks about what the moment meant to her as a young Catholic and how it inspired her to live her faith more boldly. #NCYC #CatholicYouth #PopeLeoXIV #EliseWing #YoungChurch #FaithJourney Credits: Produced, Edited, and Mixed by Ayden Pugh, Alexia Bak...

Mission Director John Gaffney from the Diocese of Des Moines discusses how Scripture functions as the story that shapes our worldview, identity, and understanding of God. He shares practical insight on how parents can make biblical storytelling a natural part of family life and pass on a living faith to their children. #JohnGaffney #Scripture #CatholicParents #FaithFormation #SalvationHistory Cred...

Today on the Catholic Morning Show: John Gaffney — Mission Director, Diocese of Des Moines John Gaffney discusses The Story that Shapes Us and the vital role Catholic parents play in passing on Scripture and the stories of salvation to their children. He shares how biblical storytelling forms identity, strengthens faith at home, and helps children understand their place in God’s ongoing story of l...

Stephen Minnis, President of Benedictine College, joins the show to talk about the college’s vision for renewing culture through strong Catholic identity and academic excellence. He also highlights the college’s newest project: a library modeled after Independence Hall. Learn more: https://www.benedictine.edu/ #BenedictineCollege #StephenMinnis #CatholicEducation #TransformCulture #CommunityFaithS...

Fr. Philip Nolan of the Dominican Province of St. Joseph joins the Catholic Morning Show to explore the mission of Magnificat , his role as Editor-in-Chief, and how the publication helps the faithful unite their prayer with the Church’s liturgy. He also discusses Dominican formation and his background as a priest and editor. Learn more: https://us.magnificat.net/ #Magnificat #CatholicPrayer #Domin...

Fr. Philip Nolan — Editor-in-Chief, Magnificat Fr. Philip Nolan joins the show to explain what Magnificat is and the spiritual mission behind it. He discusses the role of an Editor-in-Chief, his Dominican formation, and how writing and editing shape his priestly ministry. Fr. Nolan also highlights how Magnificat can strengthen the prayer life of the faithful by helping readers pray with the univer...

Leah Jacobson, Program Coordinator for Women’s and Gender Studies at the Nesti Center for Faith and Culture at UST Houston, shares details about the Jan. 9–10 symposium The Beauty of Truth: Navigating Society Today as a Catholic Woman. She discusses the value of real womanhood grounded in Catholic teaching. Register here: https://www.givecampus.com/schools/UniversityofStThomasHouston/events/the-be...

Founder of Forge John Bishop and Forge Small Group Leader Scott Flood discuss the spiritual and practical needs of men leading blended families, along with Forge’s new initiative that equips them to lead faithfully and confidently. More at: https://myforge.org/ #Forge #BlendedFamilies #CatholicDads #CatholicFatherhood #CatholicMen #CatholicFaith Credits: Produced, Edited, and Mixed by Ayden Pugh,...

Today on the Catholic Morning Show: John Bishop & Scott Flood — Founder of Forge, John Bishop, together with Forge Small Group Leader Scott Flood, discusses Forge’s new blended families initiative designed to support and equip men navigating the challenges of blended family life while remaining committed to raising their children in the Catholic faith. Learn more: https://myforge.org/ Leah Jacobso...

Jennifer Bryson , translator of Bread Grows in Winter , joins the program to discuss this moving narrative of faith, suffering, and steadfastness under totalitarian oppression. She reflects on the book’s spiritual depth and why she felt compelled to bring this story to English readers. Book link: https://ignatius.com/bread-grows-in-winter-bgwp/ #JenniferBryson #BreadGrowsInWinter #IgnatiusPress #C...

Dr. Charles Camosy , professor of moral theology and bioethics at The Catholic University of America, joins the show to talk about the urgent moral questions facing society today. He draws on his academic work, writing, and public engagement to explain how Catholic moral theology provides a framework for truth, dignity, and ethical discernment in a rapidly shifting culture. #CharlesCamosy #MoralTh...

Deacon Ned Willkom from All Saints Catholic Parish (Boyd-Stanley-Cadott, WI) joins the show to break open the Gospel for the Second Sunday of Advent. He discusses John the Baptist’s call to conversion, the symbolism of Advent preparation, and how Christ’s coming invites believers into deeper renewal and anticipation. #DcnNedWillkom #AdventGospel #SecondSundayOfAdvent #SundayReflection #CatholicMor...