The Conor Gallagher Show

Why does God give the Church Eucharistic miracles? Shaun McAfee joins Conor to explore some of the Church's most extraordinary Eucharistic miracles, from Lanciano and Bolsena to Siena and beyond, examining what history, science, and Catholic tradition reveal about these remarkable events. Along the way, they discuss the Real Presence, why miracles strengthen rather than replace faith, how the Chur...

Satan and his demons are targeting your family—but his attacks are often far more subtle than most Catholics realize. Exorcist Fr. Chad Ripperger explains why the devil's primary strategy is often not dramatic possession, but subtle attacks on our thoughts, perceptions, and relationships. Drawing from Sacred Scripture, years of experience as an exorcist, and the wisdom of the saints, he reveals ho...

Why are so many young Catholics discovering the Traditional Latin Mass, and what does that mean for the future of the Church? Tony Shriner, CEO of Mass of the Ages and Reclaim Films, joins Conor to discuss the explosive growth of attendance at the TLM, the lasting effects of the liturgical reforms following Vatican II, and why tradition continues to attract families, seminarians, and young priests...

Was Vatican II a renewal of the Church, the beginning of a crisis, or something more complicated? In this episode, Conor sits down for a second time with Dr. Peter Kwasniewski for a thoughtful examination of the Second Vatican Council, its authority, its documents, and its lasting impact on Catholic life. Together they discuss the question of ambiguity in the council texts, the rise of modernism,...

This special four-hour episode confronts one of the most consequential questions facing the Catholic Church today: is the Society of St. Pius X (SSPX) on the right side of history? The SSPX’s Fr. Jonathan Loop argues that a continuing crisis in the Church has created a state of necessity that can justify extraordinary measures to preserve Catholic tradition and the priesthood. Fr. Gerald Murray do...

How did the Catholic martyrs find the courage they needed to die for their faith? Kimberly Begg joins Conor to discuss the extraordinary courage of Joan of Arc, José Sánchez del Río, Jerzy Popiełuszko, and more. From Joan leading armies at 16 years old to young martyrs dying for Christ under communist persecution, this episode explores how courage, holiness, and steadfast faith are formed — and wh...

After leaving Islam and falling into atheism and hedonism, Ismail Youssef never expected Catholicism to become the answer. Raised in a devout Sunni Muslim family and educated in the Quran, Ishmael shares the powerful story of how historical questions about Muhammad, a haunting dream of the Crucifixion, and an intense investigation into the Resurrection ultimately led him to Jesus Christ and the Ca...

Fr. John Putnam, a priest of 34 years in the Diocese of Charlotte, might not be a priest today if it were not for a visit to Fatima as a seminarian. In this powerful conversation he shares the great personal significance this Marian shrine has for him, and why Our Lady's warnings are so urgently relevant for our time. Tune in for a thorough exploration of the Marian apparitions witnessed by the th...

Fr. Chad Ripperger opens up about his personal journey, from his devout Catholic upbringing and early fascination with science and flight, to the moment he realized his call to the priesthood mid-air in a rented plane. He traces the path that ultimately led him into the world of exorcism—a role he never sought, but couldn’t escape, and shares startling insights into how exorcisms have changed over...

Sr. Mary Madeline Todd unpacks the astonishing life and teachings of St. Catherine of Siena, showing how her radical love for Christ led her to confront popes, serve the sick & suffering, and call the Church to true reform—not through negative criticism, but through holiness. At the heart of her message is the powerful image from her Dialogue: the world as a raging river pulling souls toward d...

Benedictine monk and scholar, Fr. Robert Nixon OSB, joins Conor to explore the life and legacy of St. Anselm of Canterbury—a brilliant theologian, Archbishop, and defender of the Church’s freedom against secular overreach. Known for formulating the famous Ontological Argument for God’s existence, Anselm’s thought reaches far beyond philosophy into the depths of the spiritual life. Drawing from wor...

Is the Church living through the End Times? John-Henry Westen of LifeSite News connects Marian Apparitions such as Our Lady of Fatima and Garabandal to today’s crises, arguing that we are witnessing a profound spiritual battle over the family, truth, and the soul of the Church. From controversies surrounding the Third Secret of Fatima and Church leadership to global politics, cultural collapse, an...

When is a war truly just—and who gets to decide? Drawing on the thought of St. Augustine and St. Thomas Aquinas, this conversation unpacks how Catholic Just War Theory provides a coherent framework for judging the morality of war. Msgr. Stuart Swetland applies these principles to real conflicts, including World War II, Vietnam War, and the use of the atomic bomb, while also addressing Ukraine, ter...

Do you struggle to pray? Most of us do, but the truth is, prayer is essential, not optional. Without it, the spiritual life withers; with it, everything begins to fall into place. Fr. Christian Goduti breaks down a simple, practical method of mental prayer inspired by Saint Francis de Sales—one that anyone can start using today. His step-by-step approach makes the interior life accessible—even if...

Conor is joined by Father Kauth, Rector of St. Joseph College Seminary in the Diocese of Charlotte, to explore the hidden life and heroic virtue of St. Joseph. Drawing on Father Kauth’s book The Imitation of St. Joseph, they examine Joseph’s role in salvation history, his connection to the patriarchs, and the profound lessons his life offers on fatherhood, obedience, and silent suffering. In a wor...

Join Conor and the late Dr. Paul Thigpen as they trace the life of St. Augustine, from a youth of sin and searching to his eventual encounter with the Gospel through St. Ambrose. His journey to a grace-filled conversion shows why he is one of the most relatable saints, wrestling with doubt, desire, and the challenge of turning fully to God. Augustine has also had a lasting impact through his writi...

Fr. Gregory Pine, O.P., unpacks the tensions behind the SSPX’s plan for episcopal consecrations, clarifying what’s at stake theologically and canonically—and why unity in the Church matters. Conor and Fr. Pine also examine why the Vatican recently cautioned against using the title “Co-Redemptrix” for Mary, as well as the very practical matters of mortal sin, the necessity and beauty of Confession,...

The stories of the stigmatists - men and women who have borne the wounds of Christ in their own bodies - are profound. In this episode Conor speaks with John Clark, author of: God’s Wounds | The Remarkable Truth of Those Who Bore the Signs of Christ’s Passion. John walks through the history of stigmatists from St. Francis and Padre Pio to lesser-known figures like Louise Lateau and Blessed Alexand...

Conor sits down with Bill Donohue to discuss the mounting cultural and political pressures on Western civilization—and why Christianity remains the primary target. Drawing from his new book, Christianity in the Crosshairs, Bill argues that the West’s understanding of human dignity, liberty, and moral order flows directly from Christianity, and that efforts to marginalize the faith are inseparable...

Some within the Church claim Pope Benedict XVI never actually resigned the Papacy. Is there any evidence to support this claim? This thorough discussion with Steven O’Reilly explores the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI and the ongoing controversies surrounding it. Conor and Steven examine Benedict’s Declaratio, canon law, the timing of his resignation, and how these elements have fueled debate am...

Conor is joined by Fr. Dan Reehil, a Catholic priest and diocesan exorcist, for a grounded and hope-filled conversation about how God is actively at work in the world today—even in the midst of spiritual darkness. Drawing from firsthand experience, Fr. Reehil explains how the Church carefully discerns true demonic activity, what exorcisms are actually like in real life, and why Hollywood depiction...

💲Use Coupon Code FRODO to get 50% off any Joseph Pearce book at TAN Books: https://tanbooks.com/search?tanbooks%5Bquery%5D=Joseph%20pearce In this episode Conor sits down with renowned author and literary scholar Joseph Pearce for a deep dive into the life, faith, and imagination of J.R.R. Tolkien. From Tolkien’s childhood and the trauma of World War I to his years at Oxford and friendship with C...

Melissa Ohden shares her extraordinary testimony of surviving a five-day saline abortion in 1977, being born alive, and the nurses who intervened to save her life. In this powerful episode Melissa explains the medical reality of saline abortions, what it means to be an abortion survivor, and the lasting physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of surviving an attempt on one’s life. She also refl...

In this special 50th episode, Conor is joined by his brother Kevin and colleague Tim Hill to look back on a whole year of the Conor Gallagher Show. From the candid conversation with Conor’s wife Ashley about raising a large family, to the widely watched episode with Bishop Joseph Strickland discussing his removal by Pope Francis, the clips they revisit highlight the range, depth, and impact of the...

Who were the Magi we read about in Matthew's Gospel? Were they kings? Did they truly follow a star “from the East,” and where did they actually come from? In this episode Conor is joined by Fr. Dwight Longenecker—author of The Mystery of the Magi—for a conversation that brings fresh insight to the Epiphany account. Drawing on Matthew's Gospel, historical records, and geographical context, Fr. Dwig...