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6/28/23 - Today we'll walk through the dramatic events of Our Lady of Akita, a well-known Marian "apparition" that took place in Japan. Sister Agnes Sasagawa of the Handmaids of the Eucharist received visions of an angel and messages emanating from a wooden statue that wept 101 times, an occurrence that was witnessed by more than 2,000 people. Why did Mary choose to reveal herself through a statue...

6/26/23 - What were you taught as a child about emotions? Did your parents show you appropriate physical and verbal affection? What do you think about crying - does it have any role in health? Jim and Becky Havens discuss the impact that emotions can have on one's physical health and how Catholics can block out the negatives and build off the positives to maintain their overall wellbeing.

6/23/23 - Do we really have a right to choose promised to us in the United states Constitution? What does the 14th Amendment have to say about that, and how does that relate to the Roe v. Wade overruling and other prominent cases that are sure to arise in the future as the battle for life rages on?

6/20/23 - American Life League is the oldest grassroots Catholic pro-life education organization in the United States. Today we are joined by Hugh Brown, Executive Vice President, and his daughter Katie Brown, Director of Communications, who work diligently to uphold the strong pro-life tradition started by Judie Brown and nine other pro-life Americans in 1979.

6/19/23 - Do you actively try to build good habits to benefit your body and soul? If you had to pick one, what do you believe is your most important good habit and why? Let's dive into some ways in which Catholics can form healthy habits without the need to worry about compromising on the faith.

6/16/23 - Back to the basics on the topic of personhood! What does the term mean, how can we educate those who are unfamiliar, and what role does that play in the war against abortion? Also, stay tuned for an update about upcoming Men's Marches in Washington D.C. and Boston, Massachusetts.

6/15/23 - Tomorrow is the Feast of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and we focus on the incomprehensible love that Our Lord shows us, particularly in the Blessed Sacrament. Without the priest, there can be no Blessed Sacrament - so what happens when a priest or bishop persists in mortal sin? Today we'll focus on the dignity and nature of the priesthood, sin, and how they relate. To support Fr. Fasching i...

6/14/23 - Margaret Mary Alacoque, a French nun of the Order of the Visitation of Our Lady, was visited by Our Lord several times between 1973 and 1975. This series of events would lead to the beginning of what is now one of the church's most well-known devotions. But what exactly happened in between that led to all of this? Today we unpack the story of St. Margaret Mary and the Sacred Heart of Jes...

6/9/23 - New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed an injunction against Red Rose Rescuers in an attempt restrict their right and ability to legally witness near abortion mills in the state (per LifeSite News). This heinous motion to silence good-willed pro-lifers should serve as yet another example of the current state of our country. Is there anything we can do to combat the assault? Als...

6/8/23 - Fr. Jeff Fasching breaks down the Roman Canon and its history. What role does it play in the totality of the mass, and why is it so important? Could, and should, it be considered the "greatest" Eucharistic prayer in the church? Also, don't forget to catch up on last week's Part One if you missed it! To support Fr. Fasching in his day to day needs as a canceled priest, please consider dona...

6/2/23 - Join Jim Havens and Father Stephen Imbarrato as they broadcast live from the Shrine of the North American Martyrs in Auriesville the evening before the National Men's March to Abolish Abortion in Albany, NY!

6/1/23 - Fr. Jeff Fasching returns to break down the Roman Canon and its history. What role does it play in the totality of the mass, and why is it so important? To support Fr. Fasching in his day to day needs, please consider donating at givesendgo.com/veritas

5/31/23 - Most are familiar with Marian apparitions from France and other areas of Europe, such as Our Lady of Fatima, Our Lady of Lourdes, and others. But did you know there is only ONE apparition from Africa that has been approved by the Vatican? Join us today to learn more as we unpack the one-of-a-kind apparition known as Our Lady of Kibeho.

5/25/23 - Ron DeSantis has officially thrown his name in the ring for the upcoming Presidential election, and while he's very strong in many areas, he still seems to be lacking clarity on the abortion issue. Can we really trust him with our vote? Also in today's show, a preview of Fr. Imbarrato's upcoming trip to Ireland and one last call to action as we approach the National Men's March to Abolis...

5/25/23 - Fr. Jeff Fasching breaks down the importance of Pentecost. How can one God be present in three persons, and how does that relate to the ongoing spiritual battle that we find ourselves in? To support Fr. Fasching in his day to day needs, please consider donating at givesendgo.com/veritas

5/24/23 - The year 1917 triggered a series of events that would change Catholic history as we know it. What has now become known as Our Lady of Fatima, one of the world's most famous Marian apparitions, was underway! But did you know that the children at Fatima actually received a "warning" of sorts one year prior to Our Lady revealing herself? Are you familiar with the full turn of events, which...

5/23/23 - The Center for Bio-Ethical Reform (CBR) is working to establish prenatal justice and the right to life for the preborn, the disabled, the infirm, the aged and all vulnerable peoples through education and the development of innovative educational resources. Jacinta Robin is a full-time pro-life activist with CBR and she wants to share a message with the world: that a society is judged by...

5/22/23 - Have you ever been stuck in a situation where you know that you haven't been feeling right, but the doctors can't quite pinpoint the cause? You aren't alone! Tune in today to get some ideas as to how you might proceed in such a situation, including a Q & A with Leah Brueggemann, a Catholic wife and mother as well as a Functional Diagnostic Nutritional practitioner who specializes in...

5/19/23 - Bishop Sheen stated the following: "The refusal to take sides on great moral issues is itself a decision. It is a silent acquiescence to evil. The tragedy of our time is that those who still believe in honesty lack fire and conviction, while those who believe in dishonesty are full of passionate conviction." The time to pick a side and take a stand is now. Are you up for it?

5/18/23 - Our guardian angels are always by our side to protect us. But what exactly does that look like? What are they protecting us from, and how are they doing so? Fr. Jeff Fasching unpacks the role of angels in the realm of spiritual warfare.

5/17/23 - The year 1917 triggered a series of events that would change Catholic history as we know it. What has now become known as Our Lady of Fatima, one of the world's most famous Marian apparitions, was underway! But did you know that the children at Fatima actually received a "warning" of sorts one year prior to Our Lady revealing herself? Are you familiar with the full turn of events, which...

5/15/23 - Do you check the fine print on labels before you purchase health and beauty care products, household cleaners, and other personal items? Today we'll be looking at a recent news report on how common consumer products contain multiple toxic chemicals and a 2001 documentary called Trade Secrets on how chemical companies have collaborated to keep from American workers and the American public...

5/12/23 - Who better to speak to the corruption within mainstream media outlets than popular anchor Tucker Carlson, formerly of Fox News? Do you really think that outlets like CNN, MSNBC, and Fox are telling the whole truth and nothing but the truth 100% of the time? If so, think again, because Tucker has first hand experience that suggests otherwise, and he's ready to air it all out!

5/11/23 - The new movie Nefarious has been a hot topic in the Catholic realm as of late. What is it about the occult that people are so fascinated with? And does the movie provide an accurate depiction of the realities of true spiritual warfare? Fr. Jeff Fasching joins us to give his take on the movie everyone is talking about! To support Fr. Fasching in his day to day needs, please consider donat...

5/10/23 - The year 1917 triggered a series of events that would change Catholic history as we know it. What has now become known as Our Lady of Fatima, one of the world's most famous Marian apparitions, was underway! But did you know that the children at Fatima actually received a "warning" of sorts one year prior to Our Lady revealing herself? Are you familiar with the full turn of events, which...