The Patrick Madrid Show

Whew! This episode of The Patrick Madrid Show is thought-provoking, a little scary, and very relevant for every Catholic parent, teacher, and really anyone who knows a teenager.   Patrick and Producer Cyrus tackle a recent report showing that a third (yes, 1 in 3!) of American teens aged 13–17 say they prefer chatting with AI bots over actual humans.   “AI is just a tool&rdqu...

Patrick opens the hour reflecting on late-night television’s shift from the genial wit of Johnny Carson to what he sees as the harsh, politicized comedy behind Stephen Colbert’s cancellation. He shares how digital life devours nearly half the waking day for most Americans and shares research revealing one-third of teens now turn to AI chatbots for emotional support rather than real peo...

Patrick opens the phones to callers wrestling with Catholic parenting, tech boundaries, and choosing family-friendly shows like “The Waltons,” reflecting on the hard lessons and simple wisdom he’s gained. Listeners press him on tough issues such as guiding resistant teens in matters of faith, shifting family dynamics after conversion, and responding to Church disputes over contro...

Patrick fields heartfelt and challenging questions from listeners, offering practical insight on topics like guardian angels, Catholic parish life, and faith-filled responses to healing ministries outside the Church. He shares personal anecdotes, guides listeners through nuanced teachings on prayer, Mass intentions, and the ethics of birth control, all while weaving in stories of hidden holiness a...

Patrick discusses how Christians should approach the trans issue, a non-Catholic being a principal at a Catholic school and did God destroy Sodom and Gomora because of a lack of hospitality or was it something else?  Email – How is a Christian to approach the trans issue?   Maria - What do you think about non-Catholics being principal at Catholic schools?   Peter - Did God des...

Patrick answers a question from Ann: Why do some people write the word God without the "O" and they replace the "O" with a hyphen? and how can we guide our children to choose Catholic partners for marriage instead of partners from other faiths?   Email – Abby – I am around Cyrus’s age and was taught that the Israelites and the Jewish people have continued to be persecuted. I...

Patrick discusses why the Catholic Church doesn't do altar calls, can people that have near death experiences become like a healer, and I go to a doctor that practices traditional Chinese medicine. She is the only one that could help me when I was sick. She does have a gift, but in her consolatory she has Buddha and other images. Should I continue going to her?   Theresa - When a young couple...

Patrick starts the hour off reading an email from Richard responding to yesterday's caller Michael about praying to Mary, Michael wants to now he can pray the Rosary while running or walking on the treadmill at his gym, and is it ever ok to lie? Plus, make sure to catch when Patrick and his wife shared about having their 11th child.   Richard – In response to yesterday’s caller wh...

Patrick shares a story about a time he went to Mass and had to leave during the homily, plus Joseph asks about public parish meals on Sunday, Sherry shares about her experience of God after cancer, Tracy has a question Jesus coming to judge the living and the dead and more. Ron -  I wonder if there is a connection between mother and child is that allows the mom to hear her children in a crowd...

Patrick answers questions from Paul and Alex who emailed in. Paul wants to know if it is ok to lie about the ice cream truck music and Alex is wondering if lay people are held to the seal of Confession? Patrick answers these questions and tells about a time when he encountered a Jehovah's Witness at a donut shop. Email – Paula asks if it is ok to lie about the ice cream truck music.   E...

Patrick reflects on his 1993 debate on Sola Scriptura that he had with Protestant apologist James White and also takes calls from listeners discussing getting their children baptized in the Byzantine Rite, rapture and revelation, and more. Patrick talks about a previous debate of his with James White that Christian Wagner reviewed on his X channel Andrea - I saw a Youtube video about 14 changes wh...

Patrick discusses a question from Nicole about whether growing a specific culture at Mass divides the parish, is the Bible ok with getting your ears pierced?, Alfredo wants to learn more about studying the Catechism plus other interesting and engaging topics. Email – Do you think we can make inroads to mass attendance if we continue to press the Eucharist and the Real Presence? Cindy –...

Patrick talks to Nathan concerning selling religious artwork to feed the homeless and the classic question, where is praying to Mary in the Bible. Patrick makes it clear that Catholics do not replace God with Mary, but that Our Lady intercedes to God on our behalf. Nathan - why doesn't the church sell priceless works of art to feed the homeless?     Wayne - we have a parish near me...

If you've ever wondered why the Church requires a Sunday obligation to attend Mass—even when you're doing other good things like feeding the poor or being kind—this conversation is for you. On The Patrick Madrid Show , Michelle from Kentucky calls in with a question: “If someone skips Mass but still does works of mercy, are they still in mortal sin? That just seems... harsh.&rdqu...

Patrick shares a moving story about the Amish lending hands in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, expands on their traditions and roots, and invites listeners into a swirl of candid faith questions. He fields calls ranging from the hurdles foreign priests face to the trickiness of family support at interfaith weddings, circling around to a child’s simple but profound wonderings about God&rsq...

Patrick wrestles with the tough question of why intentionally skipping Sunday Mass lands with the same seriousness as much graver sins, drawing thoughtful exchanges from listeners like Kate in Milwaukee, who struggles to see the fairness, and Maria Christina, who sees the Church’s call as a reminder to put God first. He pulls from lived experience, Scripture, and honest caller questions, bui...

Patrick answers heartfelt questions from callers wrestling with faith, loss, and daily morality, shifting from clever family stories to deep, practical Church teachings on marriage, organ donation, and the importance of Sunday Mass. Conversations are honest and gritty, everything from childhood memories of ice cream trucks to the raw reality of homelessness, and through it all, Patrick’s gui...

The History of the Brown Scapular Way back in the  1200s , in Aylesford Priory, England... St. Simon Stock , a Carmelite monk, had this famous encounter: Our Lady of Mount Carmel appeared to him and showed him the Brown Scapular. For religious folks, the scapular is part of their habit . For laypeople, it’s the mini version: two little squares of cloth, connected by strings, worn u...

Image via Joan Sutter / Shutterstock. Here’s the rundown from this great moment on The Patrick Madrid Show . So, a young caller named Ezra from Naperville, Illinois, jumps on the line and asks: “Um, hi, Mr. Madrid… Did Jesus ever have a last name?” Great question, Ezra! Patrick jumps in with his usual mix of smarts and warmth. Short answer: No, Jesus didn’t have a la...

Patrick opens with heartfelt listener emails, sharing stories about visits to St. Michael’s Abbey and the Mission Hotel, weaving in his own childhood memories. Throughout the episode he fields questions on topics from holy water and pro-life engagement to cremation, offering answers both practical and compassionate while responding to callers exploring faith, grappling with funeral wishes, a...

Patrick fields listener questions ranging from whether a child conceived through IVF can be baptized to when righteous anger is justified, drawing deeply on Catholic teaching and scripture. He unpacks the nuances of salvation, clarifies misunderstandings about purgatory, and listens to callers wrestling with heavy choices, including grave illness and faith’s demands. Moments of empathy, deba...

Patrick answers practical questions about Catholic marriage, restitution for old wrongs, and the real meaning of faith in tough times. He listens to callers voicing struggles with family choices and personal guilt, then offers down-to-earth Catholic wisdom. Moments of warmth surface when young Josie wonders if she should pray for her brother after a mishap, alongside heavier questions about suppor...

Patrick opens with stories from listeners in the trades, questioning if hands-on jobs like garbage collection and machining could outlast the AI boom, all while sprinkling in sharp humor about robot insurance and future-proof careers. He tackles Catholic faith topics head-on, from unpacking the nature of God’s love, to candidly weighing the pros and cons of attending Society of St. Pius X Ma...

Patrick threads through cultural questions about Disney fatigue, the surprising streaming stats of Gunsmoke, and the endurance of classic TV, weaving in Mike Rowe on the urgency for trades as tech transforms jobs. The episode weaves callers’ real-life faith, parenting, and ethical dilemmas, while Patrick fields everything from baptism validity to feng shui for nurseries and warnings about du...

Patrick takes listeners through the meaning and history of Catholic devotions like the brown scapular and the miraculous medal while addressing common myths with clear, practical explanations. Calls spark discussions about the canon of Scripture, the early Church, apocryphal texts, and living authentic faith without superstition. Expect honest answers, a touch of humor, and insights for Protestant...