The Patrick Madrid Show

Patrick talks about the importance of baptism in the Catholic faith, addresses misconceptions surrounding church teachings, and explores the essence of trusting in divine providence when faced with life's toughest challenges.   Anna - Why is the Catholic Church so strict about having godparents and baptism? (3:24) Email - Can a Catholic marriage couple engage in erotic words, looks, gestures,...

Callers share powerful personal transformations and how faith provides hope in difficult situations. From stories of overcoming crisis pregnancies and medical challenges to relationships marred by betrayal, callers share deeply moving experiences. Patrick emphasizes the importance of trusting God's plan, seeking forgiveness, and finding healing through faith.   Sue - I had cancer and got preg...

Patrick tackles questions about whether online Mass truly counts for Sunday obligation, shares practical wisdom on the gifts and fruits of the Holy Spirit, and addresses the thorny realities of parenting with honesty and humor. Listeners phone in with raw, moving stories, sometimes joyful, sometimes heavy, about finding their way back to the Catholic faith, sparking moments of genuine reflection a...

Patrick answers questions about honoring parents after messy divorces, explains why bishops and cardinals wear certain colors, and clears up confusion between the titles of priest and pastor—all while fielding calls on everything from tattoos to Communion postures. He speaks directly, weaving together hard truths about faith, modern culture, and Church teaching, then quickly pivots to offer...

Patrick opens the phone lines for unfiltered calls about tattoos, regret, faith, and the emotional knots people tie—and try to untangle—over the years. He listens as callers lay bare stories of choosing partners outside their faith, family scandal, and choices that echo across decades, offering practical advice and rooting the discussion in real-life struggles.   Anthony - I have...

The Caller’s Question:   Tyler from Santa Barbara phoned into The Patrick Madrid Show with a simple but important question: “Why didn’t Vice President JD Vance kiss Pope Leo’s ring?”     Patrick’s Take: Not a Sin, Just a Skip   Patrick handled it with his usual blend of insight, clarity, and wisdom. Here’s the gist:   There are dip...

Patrick fields questions about Marian teachings, breaks down what the Church means by the sixth commandment, and addresses concerns from listeners wondering how doctrine shapes daily Catholic life. Confession, purity, smartphones, the avalanche of national debt—he juggles it all, sometimes pausing to encourage, other times dropping startling perspectives or a wry observation.   Why does...

Patrick starts with news from Iowa about a federally funded health care center halting hormone therapy for transgender patients, questioning what genuine compassion looks like and highlighting the debates over “gender-affirming care.” Listeners chime in about whether Catholic media focuses too much on particular hot-button issues, giving Patrick a chance to explain his approach—g...

Cyrus reads a flood of passionate listener emails and Patrick fields calls about faith, politics, and where they fit together on Catholic radio. Those voices reveal deep loyalty, honest critiques, and a hunger for perspective grounded in truth, all while Patrick threads in current events—from national debt to foreign influences—filtered through the Catholic lens.   Patrick and Cyr...

Patrick fields pressing questions from listeners, sharing candid thoughts on funerals, Catholic liturgy, and the discomfort that comes with boundary-crossing moments at Mass. He takes questions about marriage struggles, the reality of affordable housing fears for seniors, and clears up confusion about saints interceding in our lives, using both scripture and Church tradition as his compass. Betwee...

Patrick opens the hour by responding to a listener’s struggle with isolation while growing closer to Jesus, drawing parallels to St. Paul’s hardships and the promise of deeper spiritual bonds. He fields questions about Christian relics, considers the spiritual growth possible in suffering through flawed government, addresses the frustrations of Social Security, and gently advises calle...

Patrick opens with playful Taco Tuesday banter before answering listener questions about Catholic wedding protocols, the real story behind Saint Patrick’s sainthood, and the significance of post-Vatican II changes to church architecture and liturgy. He fields tough situations: guiding a godfather on how to lovingly challenge a drifting family member, addressing concerns over boundaries at th...

Patrick opens the hour with a flood of listener questions—everything from whether to receive Communion after a priest appears to skip essential parts of the Mass, to a thoughtful teenager negotiating smartphone use for school and internships, to a spouse worried about confession and the spiritual health of his marriage. One caller struggles with a loved one obsessing over doomsday prophecies...

Listeners call in with everything from questions about running a business without a smartphone to the heavy realities of growing old, wondering about the afterlife, or converting to Catholicism when the stakes are personal and raw. A surprise appearance from Hugh Grant’s thoughts on tech distractions slips in, and stories unfold—some heartfelt, some funny, all woven with genuine concer...

Patrick opens this episode by confronting the struggle parents face with teenagers glued to their phones, offering down-to-earth tools from no-phones-at-the-table rules to the undeniable simplicity of charging stations outside bedrooms. He fields calls on topics like Catholic teaching on medicinal cannabis, quoting Church sources and distinguishing between therapy and recreational use. Listeners b...

Patrick takes a heartfelt call from Mary, a young wife approaching her first wedding anniversary, who is struggling with marital discord over issues like finances, accepting hand-me-downs for their baby, and her husband’s need for control in decision-making. As Mary shares concerns about respect, communication, and feeling overwhelmed by her husband’s inflexibility and outside influenc...

Listeners’ emails pour in with their own stories and prayers, creating a sense of community and hope. Patrick also talks about choosing a trustworthy spiritual director and responds to listeners’ concerns about spiritual advice and faith-related anxieties, reminding everyone that support and practical resources are available to those in need.   Patrick and Cyrus share emails in re...

Patrick addresses sensitive issues of marital abuse and counseling, emphasizing the importance of spiritual support, prayer, and practical guidance for those facing challenges in their marriages Family challenges, Catholic teaching, and concerns about the Church’s response to world events prompt Patrick to encourage compassion, hope, and persistence in faith. Listeners receive practical advi...

Patrick answers a heartfelt query about the morality of lawsuits after a tragic loss, referencing St. Paul and Jesus’s teachings to guide listeners through forgiveness, restitution, and Christian ideals in difficult situations. Patrick also addresses concerns about parish practices, offers practical wisdom on end-of-life planning, and celebrates stories of faith shared by callers. With his s...

Patrick welcomes listeners into a heartfelt episode where he brings compassion, insight, and candid conversation to the table. He shares an emotional letter from a listener named Michael, who describes a lifelong struggle with chronic pain from osteogenesis imperfecta, and Patrick responds with both spiritual encouragement and practical suggestions, like contacting the Knights of Columbus for supp...

Patrick fields heartfelt calls from listeners grappling with spiritual dryness, complex Church teachings on godparents and interfaith participation, and questions around eligibility when awaiting an annulment. He offers reassurance for those struggling with loss, explains the significance of Church rules, addresses concerns about topics like the number of the beast and LGBTQ participants at a yout...

Patrick addresses urgent issues facing listeners, beginning with critical news about a massive data breach affecting millions of major online accounts, and offers practical advice on protecting passwords and avoiding identity theft. He answers a caller’s concern over officiating a Catholic wedding outside the Church, explains the Church’s requirements for valid and sacramental marriage...

Patrick answers listener questions on Catholic doctrine, faith, and everyday life with clarity and warmth. He addresses whether married priests must practice continence, referencing canon lawyer Ed Peters and Church tradition, and clears up common misunderstandings about the Trinity and the honor given to Mary. Patrick explains where the Bible supports the concept of purgatory, making St. Paul&rsq...

Patrick opens with a heartfelt exchange about a daughter’s efforts to help her father, who has dementia, return to faith before his final days. He offers practical advice on confession and shares encouragement rooted in Catholic teaching. Throughout the show, Patrick responds to questions about the morality of stem cell therapy, respectfully disposing of religious items, and supporting priso...

Patrick Madrid and Producer Cyrus are on the front lines defending your digital discernment!  There’s a 36-minute AI-generated video on YouTube that’s being passed around as a “historic” speech by Pope Leo XIV . It's not actually from him.    The video kicks off with a flowery intro supposedly addressing  President Ibrahim Traoré of Burkina Faso.&...