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A Catholic Take

A Catholic Take: What you need to know, right now. A bold synthesis of inspiration and information. Keeping you up to date on news & issues from a Courageous Catholic perspective with Joe McClane. Live, Monday-Friday across the Station of the Cross Catholic Media Network.

  1. 790

    Vatican Issues FINAL WARNING to Traditionalists — Automatic Excommunication Threat (Audio)

    May 13th, 2026 - We welcome back Jason Jones to unpack a report that exposes Nigeria's $10 million genocide cover-up. Then, we welcome back Michael Matt to discuss the Vatican's schism threat to the SSPX. Links, Show Notes & More - https://thestationofthecross.com/act Email Us! [email protected]

  2. 789

    The Communist Revolution In the Catholic Church! (Audio)

    May 12th, 2026 - We welcome back Dr. Janet Smith to unravel the truth behind the Study Group No. 9 report coming out of the synod. Then, we welcome back Michael Hichborn to discuss Pope Leo XIV's disturbing comments to an October meeting of Marxist revolutionaries. Links, Show Notes & More - https://thestationofthecross.com/act Email Us! [email protected]

  3. 788

    UFO Disclosure and the Golden Trump: The Ultimate End Times Deception? (Audio)

    May 11th, 2026 - We welcome back Mike Koeniger to discuss the idolization of Donald Trump. Then, we welcome back Ursula Bielski to discuss the government's revelation that UFO's are real. Links, Show Notes & More - https://thestationofthecross.com/act Email Us! [email protected]

  4. 787

    The ALLEGED Sheen Letter: Why Pope Leo XIV’s First Year CHANGES Everything! (Audio)

    May 8th, 2026 - We welcome back Mark Lambert to discuss Pope Leo XIV calling Cardinal Marx to account. Then, we welcome back Dr. Anthony Stine to unpack an alleged letter from Fulton Sheen on the SSPX. Links, Show Notes & More - https://thestationofthecross.com/act Email Us! [email protected]

  5. 786

    Is the Priest Facing the WRONG Direction at Mass? (Audio)

    May 7th, 2026 - We welcome back Nicholas Cavazos to discuss the meaning and fallout of Marco Rubio being dispatched to the Vatican. Then, we welcome back Dr. Peter Kwasniewski to discuss the significance of celebrating the Mass Ad Orientem. Links, Show Notes & More - https://thestationofthecross.com/act Email Us! [email protected]

  6. 785

    Vatican Drops "Historic" LGBTQ Report! (Audio)

    May 6th, 2026 - We welcome back Michael Haynes to discuss a historic LGBTQ report released by the Vatican. Then, we welcome Augustine Franer to discuss discrepancies in Pope Leo's approach to handling the issue of homosexuality. Links, Show Notes & More - https://thestationofthecross.com/act Email Us! [email protected]

  7. 784

    A State of Emergency in the Catholic Church? (Audio)

    May 5th, 2026 - We discuss the Archdiocese of New York's nearly $1 billion sexual abuse settlement. Then, we welcome Dr. Darrick Taylor to discuss the SSPX and hypocrisy coming from Rome. Links, Show Notes & More - https://thestationofthecross.com/act Email Us! [email protected]

  8. 783

    The Vatican Told German Bishops to Stop Blessings of Same-Sex “Couples”! (Audio)

    May 4th, 2026 - We welcome back Mike Koeniger to discuss concerns about the future of artificial intelligence. Then, we welcome back Matt Gaspers to offer thoughts on the Vatican telling German Bishops to stop blessings of same-sex couples. Links, Show Notes & More - https://thestationofthecross.com/act Email Us! [email protected]

  9. 782

    NO Salvation Outside HIS Church! (Audio)

    May 1st, 2026 - We welcome back Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. to cover the headlines from a Catholic perspective and raise funds to keep The Station of the Cross on the air. Because we are a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, all donations are tax-deductible! To make a donation, call 1-877-711-8500 or visit thestationofthecross.com Links, Show Notes & More - https://thestationofthecross.com/act Email Us! [email protected]

  10. 781

    The FALL of Christendom... and the WORLD! (Audio)

    April 30th, 2026 - We welcome back Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. to cover the headlines from a Catholic perspective and raise funds to keep The Station of the Cross on the air. Because we are a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, all donations are tax-deductible! To make a donation, call 1-877-711-8500 or visit thestationofthecross.com Links, Show Notes & More - https://thestationofthecross.com/act Email Us! [email protected]

  11. 780

    On the BRINK of Schism? (Audio)

    April 29th, 2026 - We welcome back Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. to cover the headlines from a Catholic perspective and raise funds to keep The Station of the Cross on the air. Because we are a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, all donations are tax-deductible! To make a donation, call 1-877-711-8500 or visit thestationofthecross.com Links, Show Notes & More - https://thestationofthecross.com/act Email Us! [email protected]

  12. 779

    Pope Leo and the Death Penalty? (Audio)

    April 28th, 2026 - We welcome back Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. to cover the headlines from a Catholic perspective and raise funds to keep The Station of the Cross on the air. Because we are a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, all donations are tax-deductible! To make a donation, call 1-877-711-8500 or visit thestationofthecross.com Links, Show Notes & More - https://thestationofthecross.com/act Email Us! [email protected]

  13. 778

    Sarah Mullaly Goes to the Vatican?! (Audio)

    April 27th, 2026 - We welcome back Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. to discuss Archbishop of Canterbury Sarah Mullaly's visit to the Vatican and raise funds to keep The Station of the Cross on the air. Because we are a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization, all donations are tax-deductible! To make a donation, call 1-877-711-8500 or visit thestationofthecross.com Links, Show Notes & More - https://thestationofthecross.com/act Email Us! [email protected]

  14. 777

    Did Pope Leo DOWNPLAY Sexual Sin? (Audio)

    April 24th, 2026 - We welcome back Dr. Anthony Stine to consider the possibility of the consistory reversing the TLM ban. Then, we welcome back Bishop Joseph Strickland to discuss Pope Leo, Cardinal Marx, and the plane ride press conference. Links, Show Notes & More - https://thestationofthecross.com/act Email Us! [email protected]

  15. 776

    Is Pope Francis in Heaven... ALREADY? (Audio)

    April 23rd, 2026 - We welcome back Nicholas Cavazos to discuss the SPLC and the self destruction of the West. Then, we welcome back Kennedy Hall to discuss why it might be dangerous to assume that Pope Francis is already in heaven. Links, Show Notes & More - https://thestationofthecross.com/act Email Us! [email protected]

  16. 775

    Trump DEVOTION Syndrome? (Audio)

    April 22nd, 2026 - We cover the news live today and welcome Patrick Coffin to discuss "Trump Devotion Syndrome." Then, we welcome back Mike Church to examine the Trump administration's response to a far-left Southern Poverty Law that targets traditional Catholics. Links, Show Notes & More - https://thestationofthecross.com/act Email Us! [email protected]

  17. 774

    Pope Francis & the Vatican-China Deal to Persecute Catholics (Audio)

    April 21st, 2026 - We cover the news live today and welcome back Edward Clancy to discuss Christian persecution in Lebanon. Then, we take a look at the Vatican-China deal and discuss good news about the Catholic priesthood. Links, Show Notes & More - https://thestationofthecross.com/act Email Us! [email protected]

  18. 773

    The Disastrous Pontificate of Pope Francis (Audio)

    April 20th, 2026 - We cover the news live today and welcome back Aaron McAfee to discuss the 11 missing or dead scientists drawing federal scrutiny. Then, we welcome back Dr. Peter Kwasniewski to offer thoughts on the turbulent pontificate of Pope Francis. Links, Show Notes & More - https://thestationofthecross.com/act Email Us! [email protected]

  19. 772

    Is the Vatican REALLY Investigating Benedict XVI’s Resignation? (Audio)

    April 17th, 2026 - We cover the news live today and welcome back Mike McCormick to discuss leaked audio from Fr. Jimmy Martin. Then we welcome back Dr. Anthony Stine to discuss the Vatican investigation into Benedict XVI's resignation. Links, show notes & more - https://thestationofthecross.com/act Email us - [email protected]

  20. 771

    The Papal Elephant In the Room & The Anti-Catholic BIAS in MAGA Politics! (Audio)

    April 16th, 2026 - We cover the news live today and welcome back Nick Cavazos to talk about the anti-Catholic bias in American politics. Then we welcome Dr. Dan Schneider to discuss generational sin. Links, show notes & more - https://thestationofthecross.com/act Email us - [email protected]

  21. 770

    Pope Leo XIV: Synodality or Evangelization? (Audio)

    April 15th, 2026 - We cover the news live today and welcome back Michael Haynes to discuss Pope Leo's trip to Algeria and the fallout from his feud with President Trump. Then we welcome Dr. Trita Parsi to discuss why the Iran ceasefire may have shifted the dynamics back in Trump's favor. Links, show notes & more - https://thestationofthecross.com/act Email us - [email protected]  

  22. 769

    Should Pope Leo STICK to his lane? (Audio)

    April 14th, 2026 - We cover the news live today and welcome Christian Wagner to discuss JD Vance and the moral issues the Pope speaks to. Then we welcome Dr. Paul Kengore to discuss his book, American Pontiff. Links, show notes & more - https://thestationofthecross.com/act Email us - [email protected]

  23. 768

    Trump Attacks Pope Leo XIV... AGAIN! (Audio)

    We cover the news live today and welcome back Mike Koeniger to discuss Donald Trump's recent feud with Pope Leo XIV. Then we welcome Brad Miner to discuss the topic of America's collective immorality. Links, show notes & more - https://thestationofthecross.com/act Email us - [email protected]

  24. 767

    Denouncing ERRORS in the German Church... and Everywhere Else! (Audio)

    April 10th, 2026 - We welcome back Dr. Anthony Stine to discuss Pope Leo’s moves on The Order Of Malta. Then, we welcome back Michael Hichborn to discuss Catholic Charities of Santa Fe promoting Planned Parenthood and transgenderism. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT

  25. 766

    The Vatican vs The War Hawks! (Audio)

    April 9th, 2026 - We welcome back Nicholas Cavazos to discuss betrayal by Republicans and warhawks vs. the Vatican. Then, we welcome back Fr. Gerald Murray to discuss what makes a just war. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT

  26. 765

    The Pentagon Threatened Pope Leo XIV’s Ambassador? (Audio)

    April 8th, 2026 - We welcome back Michael Matt to discuss the Pentagon threatening Pope Leo XIV’s Ambassador with the Avignon Papacy, as well as how we can reach peace in the midst of turmoil. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT

  27. 764

    The Second Coming and The End Times Timeline! (Audio)

    April 7th, 2026 - We welcome Desmond Birch to discuss the timeline of the end times; before, during, and after the Antichrist. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT

  28. 763

    Is Bishop Robert Barron Choosing TRUMP over TRUTH? (Audio)

    April 6th, 2026 - We welcome back Aaron Kildow for an update on the coming oil tsunami. Then we welcome back Jason Jones to examine whether Bishop Robert Barron may be operating like a MAGA influencer and potentially causing scandal. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT

  29. 762

    Pope Leo SHAKES the Papal Household! (Audio)

    April 1st, 2026 - We welcome back Michael Haynes to discuss a reshuffling of positions at the Vatican. Then, we welcome back Mark Lambert to discuss whether Cardinal Roche might be on the move. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT

  30. 761

    Escalation of the UNJUST Global War? (Audio)

    March 31st, 2026 - We welcome back Steve Cunningham to discuss Trump's approval rating slipping to 33 percent in a new survey. Then, we continue yesterday's discussion of the deeper meaning and hidden secrets of Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT

  31. 760

    Cardinal Pizzaballa BLOCKED by Israel on Palm Sunday: An ANSWER to Prayer?! (Audio)

    March 30th, 2026 - We welcome back Mike Koeniger to discuss Cardinal Pizzaballa being blocked in Jerusalem and why this might have been a great move for Good Friday and Easter Sunday. Then, we discuss the deeper meaning and hidden secrets of Jesus' triumphal entry into Jerusalem. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT

  32. 759

    Is the Vatican Suppressing Fatima? (Audio)

    March 27th, 2026 - We welcome back Dr. Anthony Stine to offer thoughts on the Vatican silently suppressing the Fatima message. Then, we welcome Daniel Sáenz & Christopher Aubin to discuss Ave Maria Restoration, a mission to protect our historic churches. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT

  33. 758

    Exorcists WARN of Worldwide Surge in Satanism! (Audio)

    March 26th, 2026 - We welcome back Nicholas Cavazos to react to the Vatican's recognition of Sarah Mullally upon her installation as Archbishop of Canterbury. Then, we welcome Jesse Romero to discuss Pope Leo hosting an exorcist summit at the Vatican. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT

  34. 757

    Pope Leo Calls for ‘GENEROUS Inclusion’ of TLM? (Audio)

    March 25th, 2026 - We offer thoughts on seemingly encouraging comments from Pope Leo regarding the Traditional Latin Mass. Then, we welcome back Elisa Gestri to discuss Israel and Lebanon moving towards a large scale ground operation. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT

  35. 756

    GRAVE Sacrilege in Belgium? (Audio)

    March 24th, 2026 - We discuss Belgium’s publicly-funded youth radio station featuring a sketch in which its presenters smashed various items on air, including a statue of Our Lady and Jesus. Then, we welcome Luis Roman to discuss how to know, love and live your faith, as well as an upcoming pilgrimage to Spain and Portugal. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT

  36. 755

    Is there a Crisis in the Holy Land THIS Easter? (Audio)

    March 23rd, 2026 - We cover the news live today and welcome back Mike Koeniger to discuss a big escalation in the Iran War over the weekend. Then, we welcome back Edward Clancy from Aid to the Church in Need to discuss Christians in the Holy Land and Easter. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT

  37. 754

    It’s Catching UP To Pope Leo? (Audio)

    March 20th, 2026 - We cover the news live today and welcome Aaron Kildow to talk about rising gas prices due to the Iran war. Then, we welcome back Dr. Anthony Stine to catch up with what Pope Leo has been up to.  TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT

  38. 753

    A PROFOUND Papal Failure? (Audio)

    March 19th, 2026 - We cover the news live today and welcome back Bishop Joseph Strickland to talk about how faithful Catholics are being labeled as “anti-Semitic”. Then, we welcome Katherine Bennet to talk about the Becciu Trial collapse and the UK passing abortion up to birth. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT

  39. 752

    Why Has Israel CLOSED the Tomb of Jesus? (Audio)

    March 18th, 2026 - We welcome back Jason Jones to discuss Israel shutting down the Holy Sepulchre. Then, we welcome back Kyle Seraphin to discuss the FBI's connection to the Iran threat on the West coast and the political fallout of the Iran war. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT

  40. 751

    Does Joe Kent’s Resignation REVEAL the TRUE Cause of the Iran War? (Audio)

    March 17th, 2026 - We discuss the resignation of Joe Kent, Former Director of the United States National Counterterrorism Center, over concerns about the Iran war. Then we welcome back Fr. John Brancich to discuss his upcoming TLM pilgrimage and how to salvage the rest of your Lent! TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT

  41. 750

    The Catholic Cancel Culture (Audio)

    March 16th, 2026 - We welcome back Mike Koeniger to respond to Pope Leo XIV's AI advisor calling Peter Thiel's Rome Lectures a "prolonged act of heresy" and Ted Cruz displaying anti-Catholic bias. Then, we welcome Mike Pantile to discuss feminism and cancel culture. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT

  42. 749

    All Eucharistic Procession BANNED? (Audio)

    March 13th, 2026 - We welcome back Dr. Anthony Stine to discuss Pete Hegseth's pastor proposing a ban on public Eucharistic procession. Then, we welcome radio legend Mike Church to discuss the curse of the NeoCon. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT

  43. 748

    The Apostasy & the Coming Deception! (Audio)

    March 12th, 2026 - We welcome back Nicholas Cavazos to discuss false ecumenism. Then we welcome back Fr. Jason Charron to discuss Israel, the Church, and the coming deception. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT

  44. 747

    Is the Synod on Synodality STILL Hoping for Female Ordinations? (Audio)

    March 11th, 2026 - We welcome back Aaron Kildow to discuss a potential global oil crisis. Then we welcome Dr. Monica Miller to unpack the Synod's final report on the roles of women in the Catholic church. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT

  45. 746

    WARNING: Middle East Christians In Danger! (Audio)

    March 10th, 2026 - We welcome back Edward Clancy to discuss the impact of the Iran war on Christians. Then, we welcome Tom McClusky of CatholicVote to discuss how the Iran war might affect the midterm elections. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT

  46. 745

    A Small Price to Pay? (Audio)

    March 9th, 2026 - We welcome back Mike Koeniger to offer thoughts on skyrocketing oil and gas prices due to the Iran war. Then, we welcome back Mark Lambert to discuss the first signs of a new Papal Order. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT

  47. 744

    Saints vs Antipopes: Lessons from Courageous Catholics! (Audio)

    March 6th, 2026 - We welcome back Dr. Anthony Stine to discuss Bishop Shaleta's arrest on charges of embezzlement and money laundering. Then, we welcome back Dr. Edmund Mazza to discuss his book Saints vs Antipopes. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT

  48. 743

    WARNING: The Spiral of Violence and the Unbridgeable Chasm! (Audio)

    March 5th, 2026 - We welcome back Nicholas Cavazos to offer thoughts on the U.S. Senate's failure to pass a resolution that would have limited President Trump's use of military force in Iran. Then, we welcome Phil Lawler to unpack what Pope Leo XIV has said about Iran. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT

  49. 742

    Why Catholics CAN NOT be Freemasons! (Audio)

    March 4th, 2026 - We welcome back Col. Matt Dooley to discuss where we're at in the Iran war. Then, we welcome back John Salza to discuss Freemasonry and why Catholics should avoid it at all costs. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT

  50. 741

    Israel’s War with Iran & the Global Impact (Audio)

    March 3rd, 2026 - We welcome Aaron Kildow from This Week in Oil to discuss the economic impact of the Iran war. Then, we welcome back Jason Jones to shed light on America's Catholic Palestinian abuse scandal. TheStationOfTheCross.com/ACT

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A Catholic Take: What you need to know, right now. A bold synthesis of inspiration and information. Keeping you up to date on news & issues from a Courageous Catholic perspective with Joe McClane. Live, Monday-Friday across the Station of the Cross Catholic Media Network.

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