Catholic Connection

John Hale of Corporate Travel shares exciting info about the launch of the 2028 Good News Cruise. Steve Ray visits to talk about apparitions and pilgrimages. Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon features Chris Vander Woude, who talks about his father's canonization cause and it's correlation to Catholic education. T's Two Sense talks Our Lady of Sorrows, and Mary Rice Hasson talks over the Trump Administration's proposal for rewarding parents who stay at home with their children.

Matt Swaim joins with highlights from tonight's The Journey Home on EWTN TV. Greg and Julie Alexander visit for their Monthly Marriage Encounter covers marriage, family and why it matters. Gail Buckley-Barringer shares her Scripture Verse of the Week (John 19;23). T's Two Sense looks into the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross. Plus, Marie V. Gallagher discusses Lessons to be Learned from Fulton J. Sheen.

Peter Gagnon shares the Inside Word at EWTN Studios, remembering and including special events memorializing 9-11-2001. Fact Check Friday looks at where we were, and what we have and haven't learned with media since. Dr. Monica Miller discusses the 2026 National Day of Remembrance for Aborted Babies. T's Two Sense looks at the impact of insensitivity toward life, and nurse practitioner Laura Decote talks about her word with the Guiding Star Project.

Fr. Mitch Pacwa joins to look back as we approach the 25th anniversary of the 9-11 attacks. Bill Donahue checks in with latest from the rally discouraging NYC Mayor Zoran Mamdani from attending 9-11 memorial events. T's Two Sense talks purgatory. Plus, Supreme Knight Patrick Kelley discusses being named by Pope Leo XIV to the Dicastery for Laity, Family and Life.

Fr. Joseph Anthony Kress joins to talk about the upcoming 2026 Dominican Rosary Pilgrimage. Shrines and Wonders takes you to the mystical and magical town of Orvieto Dr. Ray Guarendi walks through the latest with the Clancy trial from a Catholic and clinical perspective. Shaun McAfee talks about his children's book "St Dominic and the Rosary", and Patrick T. Brown from the Ethics and Policy Center talks the moral crisis of America's housing shortage.

Bill Donahue visits to talk about protests designed to keep NY City Mayor Mamdani from the anniversary of the 9-11 terrorist attacks. Kelly Salomon joins for Newman Guide News looks at the Holy Father's message to pilgrims from Oriole College. Michael New joins to discussing post Dobbs laws have not caused an increase in maternal deaths or the decrease of OB/GYN leaving pro-life states, and Barbara Nicolosi looks at her book "The Last Three Kings "

Fr. Mike Driscoll, PhD, talks avoiding burnout in ministry. Donna Marie Cooper-O'Boyle gives tips to reclaim Sunday as a day of rest. Colin Donovan talks about the Catholic teaching on work. Plus, Dr. Matthew Bunson looks at Dorothy Day and the Catholic Workers Movement.

Peter Gagnon visits with the Inside Word at EWTN Studios, highlighting upcoming programming on Mother Teresa, Fulton Sheen, and more...Michael Gormley discusses a new program for OCIA, "Invited:Your Journey Into the Catholic Church". Jon Marc Grodi visits to talk the 29th anniversary of The Journey Home. AND Robert Stackpole joins from Poland to discuss his book "Our Light in the Darkness: The Sacred Heart of Jesus "

Father Mitch Pacwa visits for Cultural Connections looks into the Southern Poverty Law Center, plus good new for conversion surges. Dr. Ralph Martin talks about his book on the coming judgment. Plus, Father Wade Menezes discusses his new podcast, "Stand Firm, Be Strong!", and Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers talks about the Pope's request for the Laity to pray the Liturgy of the Hours

Fr. Joseph Mary Wolfe MFVA visits to look over the Care of Creation, and gives his perspective from being raised in creation and his agrarian roots. Dr. Ray Guarendi gives his psychological perspective on post-partum depression, the difference in "psychosis" and how it relates to the Clancy murder trial. Vanessa Denha-Garmo shares her coaches commentary on decisions, disarming workplace bullies, and more...Plus, Lucy Lunsford highlights the Divino Nino Festival at The Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament (OLAM Hanceville, Alabama), and Dave Palmer joins to share exciting news about registering for GRN Academy from the Guadalupe Radio Network!

Bear Woznick talks about his new book "Men of Grit & Grace". Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon opens the school year with a discussion about red flags in Catholic Schools as it relates to Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and his family. Plus, T's Two Sense looks at the Pope's Prayer Intentions for September, and the Season of Creation...and, an incredible story of Padre Pio as a matchmaker. Dr. Germain and Ortrud Bianchi share the story of their time with Padre Pio.

Matt Swaim join with highlights from tonight's The Journey Home on EWTN. Francisco Carbonell, Director of Music and Organist, EWTN talks Sacred Music in the Mass. Gail Buckley-Barringer shares the Scripture Verse of the Week from Ecclesiastes. Plus, T's Two Sense and author Philip Campbell talks about "Wounds of Love: The Padre Pio Story"

Peter Gagnon joins with the Inside Word at EWTN Studios. Vanessa Denha-Garmo previews her course for the GRN Academy. Matthew Haas from Shepherding Future Shepherds visits to talk about the new partnership with the Avila Institute. Melissa Henson of Concerned Women for America discusses the settlement of the recent lawsuit against Meta, and Susan DeBartoli speaks with Teresa about her book "Padre Pio's American Daughter: The Story of Mary Pyle"

Fr. Mitch Pacwa joins for Cultural Connections to discuss the Linsday Clancy trial and it's cultural impacts. Anne Marie Williams discusses post-partum depression, the struggle, and how to help. T's Two Sense looks into the lawsuit agains Meta, and Dr. Cheryl Hughes visits to share some incredible stories on the influence of Venerable Archbishop Fulton Sheen

Mike McDonald of The Catholic League discusses a Pew Report on Catholics supporting the death penalty. Shrines and Wonders takes us to the resting place of St. Augustin in Pavia. Joan Lewis checks in with the latest from Rome and Vatican City. Plus, T's Two Sense offers a look at the Daily Reading and not walking in a disorderly way...and, James Matthew Wilson discusses the importance of poetry to American history, and his poems capsuled for the celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.

John Hale from Corporate Travel joins with a big announcement for the 2028 Good News Cruise! Ellen Miller and Marilyn Lane visit to promote the Christ Our Life Conference coming next month. Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon presents their 10 Red Flags for Parents Evaluating a Catholic School. T's Two Sense look at standing firm and holding fast to the traditions of the Faith..and, Dr. Brett Salkeld discusses the Eternal Lessons.

Matt Swaim joins with highlights from tonight's The Journey Home on EWTN. Michele Sagarino visits to talk about the Box of Joy initiative and how it supports children. Gail Buckley-Barringer joins with the scripture verse of the week. Plus, Nell Andrzejewski is in studio to discuss her program "Hidden Gems of the Catholic Church"

Peter Gagnon joins with the Inside Word with EWTN programming. Maria Scaperlanda visits to talk about Blessed Stanley Rother, his cause, and the movie "American Martyr...". Plus, Dr. Meg Meeker talks back to school and staying in the Faith, and Kate Anderson from ADF discusses their video series based on gender identity and the truth.

Father Mitch Pacwa joins for Cultural Connections look at the responsibility of shepherding the Faith. Greg and Julie Alexander join to talk marriage with the Monthly Marriage Encounter. T's Two Sense discusses God wanting your "YES", and Carolyn Clicka of Abounding Joy Ministries talks over Catholic parishes across North America launching new culture of accompaniment with divorced, separated or couples in marital crisis.

Kimberly Bird visits with monthly Live Action Update, featuring a story of an Alaska surrogate mother who refused to abort a baby with health conditions as requested by adoptive parents. Shrines and Wonders goes to Montefalco today and gives tips on when and when not to travel. Joan Lewis joins with the look from Rome and the Vatican. Plus, Fr. Robert Spitzer highlights his new study Bible "Christ, Science and Reason: What We Can Know About Jesus, Mary, and Miracles"

Apologist Jimmy Akin talks about his newest book, " Evidence for Christ: How We Know that Jesus Is the Messiah". Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon discusses the importance of a good Catholic education. T's Two Sense looks at Katherine Leavitt departure from the White House. Dr. Ingrid Skop from the Charlotte Lozier Institute talks facts regarding unwanted abortions.

Matt Swaim joins with highlights from tonight's The Journey Home on EWTN. Bill Donahue visits with information on the fraudulence of insurance coding for sex-rejecting procedures on minors. Gail Buckley-Barringer shares the scripture verse of the week. Plus, T's Two Sense looks at the current issues with the WNBA with a little humor, and Samantha Kelly of FIERCE joins to talk more bout the transathlete debate in the WNBA.

Jack Williams joins for the Inside Word as EWTN celebrates it's 45th anniversary. Fact Check Friday looks into the secular media failing to give legitimacy to the fight for life. Myrna Maloney Flynn joins to discuss the Massachusetts' late term abortion bill. T's Two Sense celebrates the life of St Maximillian Kolbe on his feast day. Plus, Steven White share about the new Saint John Paul II Retreat Center in Washington DC, and Peggy Stanton shares about her book "United Saints of America".

Fr. Mitch Pacwa S.J. talks in socialists/communists seeking office during during Cultural Connections. Penny Nance from Concerned Women for America discusses numerous issues regarding women this election cycle. T's Two Sense examines a Texas teacher distraught over illiteracy in his high school classroom. Plus, Michael McHale, Senior Counsel at the Thomas More Society talks over a lawsuit against the State of Illinois for mandating that physicians must inform patients of assisted suicide

Bishop Carl A. Kemme (Wichita, Kansas) promotes the St. Philip Neri Seminary. Shrines and Wonders Wednesday looks at St. Francis and friendships. Joan Lewis checks in with the latest from Rome. Plus, T's Two Sense looks at the bill passed by the Maura Healey making it ok to kill unborn babies at any point in pregnancy, and Fr. Tad Pacholczyk weights in on the story and discusses "Death by Organ Donation".

Fr. Wade Menezes talks about his EWTN Podcast, "Stand Firm, Be Strong". Shaun McAfee, author, discusses his children's book "St. Dominic and the Rosary". Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon features Rachael Brash of the University of Mary. T's Two Sense looks at Saint Clare of Assisi. Plus, Carolyn Clicka highlights help for divorced, separated or couples in marital crisis.

Matt Swaim visits with highlights from tonight's The Journey Home on EWTN. Kelly Walhquist talks cooking with WINE webinars. Gail Buckley-Barringer shares the scripture verse of the week. T's Two Sense looks at the story of two former NBA players who want to join the WNBA. Plus, Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers discusses the Pope asking the laity to pray the Liturgy of the Hours.

• Peter Gagnon, President of EWTN Studios tells listeners what’s coming up on EWTN! • Teresa’s “Fact Check Friday” looks at secular news and what the truth behind it is. • Monica Miller, director for Citizens for a Pro-Life Society invites everyone to participate in the 2026 National Day of Remembrance for Aborted Babies.

• Paula Umana tells her story of going from tennis champion being diagnosed with CIDP, a neurological disorder that left her completely paralyzed and though suffering, triumphed over her illness. • Patti McGuire Armstrong has advice on not letting a priest’s failure disappoint your faith life. • Alliance Defending Freedom senior counsel Mark Lippelmann looks at the lawsuit brought by Catholic Charities against Michigan officials for pulling funds to their women’s resource centers.

Dr. Ingrid Skop talks gives a fact sheet for: treatment of expectant mothers with life-threatening conditions Dr Shrines and Wonders visits Santa Maria degli Angeli, Assisi. Joan Lewis checks in with the Pope's visit to Assisi. T's Two Sense features NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers' comments on Dr. Anthony Fauci, and Royce Hood visits to discus the Sheen Awards Gala. A first of it's kind Catholiic Awards show taking place after

Bill Donahue talks about his open letter to NYC Mayor Mamdani, encouraging him to not attend the 9/11 Anniversary. Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon talks the importance of Catholic education, plus a story about St Joseph the Worker College takes a masonic lodge and converts it into a multi-use space. Managing Editor, Jonathan Leidl joins to discuss his article from the National Catholic Register, "The Rise of Gen X Bishops".

Matt Swaim joins with highlights from tonight's The Journey Home on EWTN! Laura Slavis of The Becket Fund discusses the case of the Dominican Sisters of Hawthorne and the State of New York. T's Two Sense looks back on today's Gospel from Matthew. Plus, Fr. Brendan Fitzgerald shares how Catholic missionaries are bringing hope to the homeless of Baltimore.

Father Robert Spitzer highlights his new study Bible, "Christ, Science and Reason: What We Can Know About Jesus, Mary, and Miracles". Dr. Peter Howard promotes America's Saint Conference happening on the eve of the beatification of Fulton Sheen. Plus, Tyler Blanski talks "Find Your Fight" and reframing your efforts to spiritually be a great man and father.

Cultural Connections with Father Mitch Pacwa S.J. takes an in-depth look into the U.S. Senate hearing on COVID featuring Dr. Anthony Fauci. T's Two Sense looks at the Saint of the Day, Blessed Solanus Casey. Plus, a look at the upcoming film "Fabiola" with Creative Director Mary Bowen. AND Patrick Brown of the Ethics and Policy Center discusses his National Catholic Register article "America's Housing Shortage Is Turning Into A Moral Crisis".

Steve Crampton from the Thomas More Society on the case of the Pro-Life dad v Biden's DOJ. Shrines and Wonders Wednesday takes you to Pienza, in the province of Siena, Tuscany. Joan Lewis highlights her trip to Castel Gandolfo. Plus, T's Two Sense welcomes Vanessa Denha-Garmo as she and Teresa discuss Fauci and the Senate Covid hearing...and Michael O'Neill (the Miracle Hunter) joins to discuss two new cases for ecclesiastical study.

Steve Ray visits to the devotion to the Most Precious Blood of Jesus. Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon welcomes Dr. Dan Guernsey to discuss the Federal School Choice Tax Credit. T's Two Sense looks deeper in the Most Precious Blood, and Father Carter Griffin joins to talk about the process to self-mastery.

Matt Swaim shares previews tonight's The Journey Home on EWTN TV featuring a former agnostic. Bishop Thomas Paprocki talks on the subject of proper Eucharistic reception. T's Two Sense looks back at visiting her grandparents, and Bill Donahue joins to discuss Fr. James Martin's thoughts on gay men as priests...plus, his thoughts on Zohran Mamdani and the 9-11 Memorial.

Fr. Timothy Gallagher discusses his book "Thinking Like A Saint: Discernment of Spirits in the Catholic Tradition". Fact Check Friday looks at France's ban on social media. Bishop Daniel Thomas joins to talk about the Labor Department Rejecting IVF rule. Plus, Fr. John Paul Mary discusses the Pope's message on the need for silence and prayer. We also revisit interviews with John Edwards from "Just a Guy in the Pew", and Maria Johnson helping parents through the dog days of summer.

Cultural Connections looks at Democratic Socialists and their grip on the Democratic Party. Sr. Bernadette Mota joins to talk The Fiat Project. Two Sense highlights the year of St. Francis so far, and Fr. Tad Pacholczyk looks at the news of euthanasia out of France, while discussing the value of suffering.

Kimberly Bird joins for the monthly live action update from a press conference at Capital Hill against Planned Parenthood. Shrines and Wonders takes us to the Abbey of Monte Cassino, and Joan Lewis joins from Rome with the latest in Vatican news. Plus T's Sense looks at what "looksmaxxing" is, plus Louis Brown visits to discuss the steps needed to ensure human dignity to all in health care.

Bill Donahue of the Catholic League joins to talk Senator Lindsey Graham. Maria Morera Johnson stops by with tips for keeping kids happy and active in the Faith. Kelly Salomon and Newman Guide News talks the importance of vocations. Plus, Sean Corcoran of Men of Life talks about the importance of the man's role in pro life support!

Dr. Peter Howard previews the upcoming America's Saint Conference on the eve of the Sheen beatification. Dr Robert Greving discusses the Apostolate of Courtesy. Dan Burke talks about the Avila Summit on spiritual warfare and the family. Dr. Theresa Farnan from the Ethics and Policy Center talks about school districts in violation of the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act, hiding transgenderism from parents.

Peter Gagnon delivers the Inside Word on EWTN programming. Fact Check Friday heads to Capitol Hill to look at the sin of omission. Dr. Patrick Deneen looks at Homer's "The Odyssey" and how it resonates deeply with Catholic spiritual life. T's Two Sense asks, "where are your local pregnancy resource centers?" Plus, Paul Jonna updates the story of Heartbeat International and the lawsuit they continue to fight.

Fr. Mitch Pacwa talks communism, socialism, and the concerns of elections in America. Emily Dinneny talks YouCat Love Forever, a guide to help young people navigate life’s most important relationships. T's Two Sense looks at God's Bucket List, and what we can do about it. Plus, The Miracle Hunter (Michael O'Neill) joins to talk about the canonization cause of Nobel Price winner Sigrid Undset.

Greg and Julie Alexander visit to talk Marriage Disciples through The Alexander House, and why marriage IS a Sacrament. Shrines and Wonders Wednesday takes us to Greccio, and Joan Lewis checks in from Rome withe the latest from the Vatican. T's Two Sense looks over an IVF story from EWTN News...and, Dr. Matthew Mehan from Hillsdale College joins to talk the importance of fables to the fabric of culture throughout American history.

Steve Ray talks about grandparents in the Bible and their important role in family life. Linda Carl visits to give important info about why yoga is NOT for Catholics. T's Two Sense talks about the Holy Father's message on summertime and not leaving God on vacation + St Kateri Tekakwitha. Plus, Newman Guide News with Kelly Salomon features Benedictine College's President Stephen D. Minnis to talk their 250th event for the United States!

Matt Swaim talks about light bulbs coming on in the faith, plus what's coming up on The Journey Home on EWTN. John Edwards from the "Just a Guy in the Pew" podcast and Pew Ministries. Gail Buckley Barringer delivers the Scripture Verse of the Week from Proverbs. T's Two Sense hears from Patricia Heaton on the prayer that changed her life forever. Plus, Tyler Blanski visits to talk about fatherhood in his book "Find Your Fight"

Dan Burke of the Avila Institute talks spiritual warfare and the family, the Avila Summit at spiritualdirection.com - Fact Check Friday hears from World Cup fans apologizing to America, and Michael New talks through the expiration of no taxpayer dollars going to Planned Parenthood. T's Two Sense highlights a movie for families, and Fr. Tad Pacholczyk discusses France's recent passing of an assisted suicide bill.

Father Mitch Pacwa S.J. discusses Graham Plattner's campaign in his Cultural Connections segments. Andrea Picciotti-Bayer talks over the the quiet potential of the daily 'Examen'. T's Two Sense highlights the Pope's message to the youth of Iraq. Plus, Archbishop Emeritus Alfred Hughes talks about how to be in lifetime love with God, priestly formation and more!

Dr. Liz Lev restoration of Renaissance frescoes in Hall of Raphael. Matthew Bunson is our special guest for Shrines and Wonders Wednesday. Joan from Rome checks in from Tennessee to share her experience of America's 250th! Plus, T's Two Sense, and Bruce and Jeannie Hanneman talk about RECLAIM Sexual Health and recovery.