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OC Catholic Radio
by Diocese of Orange
The Official News Source of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Orange
Episodes
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: WORLD MISSION SUNDAY
On this episode of OC Catholic Radio, guest host Lisa Hendey welcomes Father Christopher Heath for a conversation on World Mission Sunday. Fr. Heath grew up in Orange County and went to high school seminary from Holy Family Cathedral when the diocese began in 1976. He was ordained October 1…
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: HABIT AND COLLAR TALENT SHOWCASE
On this episode of OC Catholic Radio, we are delighted to bring you the sights and sounds (mostly the sounds) of the inaugural Habit & Collar Talent Showcase! Recorded LIVE from the Arboretum on the campus of Christ Cathedral, you are sure to be blessed by our priests, seminarians and religious...
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: THE NEW EVANGELIZATION IN THE AGE OF AI
On this episode of OC Catholic Radio, host Rick Howick welcomes Keith Hoang as our special guest. Keith is presenting a groundbreaking conference being held at Christ Cathedral’s Cultural Center. Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming how people learn, communicate, work, and search for...
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: THE GREAT WORK BEING DONE AT THE ORANGE CATHOLIC FOUNDATION
On this episode of OC Catholic Radio, host Lisa Hendey welcomes Kathleen Hurtt, a wife, mother, and lifelong Catholic whose 25-year nonprofit career has been dedicated to serving others, most recently as Executive Director of The Orange Catholic Foundation. Kathleen shares about events related to...
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: A PERSONAL REFLECTION ON THE MINISTRY OF LEGATUS OC
In this week's episode, host Lisa Hendey welcomes business leader, father, and former professional athlete and coach Jéan-Paul Afif for a conversation centered around living our Catholic faith in our workplaces, homes and communities. Jéan-Paul is the husband of Krista and the father of nine...
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: LIFE-GIVING WOUNDS – CATHOLIC MINISTRY FOR ADULT CHILDREN OF DIVORCE
On this episode of OC Catholic Radio, host Peggy Normandin welcomes guest Janelle Peregoy to the studio. Janelle is the Associate Director for the Office for Family Life and Spirituality in the Diocese of San Diego, and she has teamed up with Linda Ji and her team here in the Diocese of Orange to...
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: FORMED TO PROCLAIM – THE SHEEN PREACHING INITIATIVE
On this episode of OC Catholic Radio, Fr. Christopher Smith of the Cathedral Square podcast has a long overdue chat with our longtime host, Rick Howick. Rick stepped away from his weekly hosting duties in the Summer of 2025, as he took a position at the Catholic University of America in…
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: STEUBENVILLE CONFERENCES – DIOCESE OF ORANGE REVIVAL (PT. 2)
Here’s part 2 of an extraordinary podcast series on OC Catholic Radio! In this episode, you will hear from 2 speakers who were recorded LIVE before a packed crowd at Christ Cathedral. On today’s presentation, we’re going to hear from 2 inspiring speakers: Fr. Dave Pivonka and Heather Khym. Fr.…
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: STEUBENVILLE CONFERENCES – DIOCESE OF ORANGE REVIVAL (PT. 1)
Listen to the first of a 2-part podcast series on OC Catholic Radio! Be inspired by a talk given by Bishop Joe Espaillat recorded LIVE before a packed crowd at Christ Cathedral. Bishop Joe was among several speakers who travel all over the country as part of the Steubenville Conferences. You are...
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: CHIME TRAVELERS – TRAVELING BACK IN TIME TO MEET OUR PATRON SAINTS
Listen in to this delightful conversation where two good friends get to ‘catch up.’ Host Peggy Normandin takes the reins on this edition of OC Catholic Radio. Peggy hosted the popular program “Call Me Catholic” on EWTN Network Radio from 2016 to 2018. Our accomplished guest today is Lisa Hendey,...
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: SPIRITUAL AND PHYSICAL TRANSFORMATION (ONE MAN’S JOURNEY)
On this powerful podcast episode, listen as host Rick Howick welcomes a local man named Vince Vasquez to the studio. Vince has been a leader for many years with the Knights of Columbus, both locally and throughout all of California. Listen as her shares his journey and walk of faith in a deep and...
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: THE SHROUD - WHAT I SAW AND HOW I SEE IT
On today’s broadcast, co-hosts Bradley Zint and Andrew Meehan visit with a delightful gentleman named Deacon Pete Schumacher. “The Shroud of Turin: An Immersive Experience” at Christ Cathedral just recently kicked off its speaker series with Deacon Pete and his presentation entitled: “The Shroud:...
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: A WORD FOR THE YEAR TO GUIDE YOUR SPIRITUAL JOURNEY
On today’s broadcast, we’ll discover the transformative power of prayer with an assist from speaker Beth Davis. Beth is the Director of Formation for a ministry called ‘Blessed is She,’ and she recently spoke at Christ Cathedral’s quarterly Bethany Brunch women’s ministry. In this powerful...
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: EXPLORING HEAVEN, SALVATION AND THE LIFE OF PRIESTS WITH FR. WILL GOLDIN AND FR. GREGORY PINE
Live from the 2025 “I AM: A Beacon of Hope” Eucharistic Congress, listen in as Fr. William Goldin, S.Th.D., engages with Fr. Gregory Pine, OP, S.Th.D., to discuss relevant topics in a Christian context. Utilizing popular culture references from Harry Potter, Star Wars and Downton Abbey, they...
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: THE FULTON J. SHEEN EXCELLENCE IN PREACHING INITIATIVE
The following edition of Orange County Catholic Radio is a segment we lifted from a recent broadcast of Empowered by the Spirit (with co-hosts Deacon Steve Greco and Katie Hughes). The guest they interviewed is a very familiar voice to listeners of this show, because it is that of our longtime...
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: I AM – A BEACON OF HOPE (2025 EUCHARISTIC CONGRESS)
Together, we set our hearts ablaze for Jesus. Take a listen to the glorious opening moments of the “I AM: A Beacon of Hope” eucharistic congress that took place in October 2025 at Christ Cathedral. Thousands of the faithful gathered on the @christcathedralca campus to experience the power of…
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: THE SHROUD OF TURIN IMMERSIVE EXHIBIT AT CHRIST CATHEDRAL
Have you heard about the brand-new Shroud of Turin Immersive Exhibit opening at Christ Cathedral in November of 2025? Spread over 10,000 square feet and featuring a series of 360-degree theater rooms, interactive displays, new sacred art and other exhibits, this experience will offer one of the...
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: BLESSING OF THE NEW FILIPINO CATHOLIC CENTER
Today’s audio podcast will bring you all the sounds and rich word descriptions that took place in July 2025 at the grand opening of the new Poong Jesus Nazareno Filipino Catholic Center (PJNFCC) in Anaheim. You’ll hear some beautiful prayers and music from Holy Mass, and joyful commentary...
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: THE RISE OF ANTI-SEMITISM ON COLLEGE CAMPUSES
On today’s podcast entry, host Rick Howick welcomes dear friend Fr. Robert Spitzer back to the program. Formerly the president of Gonzaga University, Fr. Spitzer is a decorated author and conference speaker and the head of the Magis Center on the campus of Christ Cathedral in Garden Grove, CA.…
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: THE SUMMER CREATION CAMINO
Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes Rebecca Freeman back to the studio. Rebecca is the Pastoral Care Ministry Coordinator for the Office for Family Life in the Diocese of Orange. Our discussion today centers...
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OC CATHOLIC RADIO: A DISCUSSION ABOUT IMMIGRATION WITH CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF OC
Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On today’s program, Rick welcomes Ellen Roy to the studio. Ellen is the Executive Director for Catholic Charities of Orange County, which is based in the Tower of Hope at Christ Cathedral. One of the issues…
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EPISODE #321: A WELCOME TO POPE LEO XIV – A VISIT WITH FR. SCOTT BORGMAN
Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. Today, Rick welcomes Fr. Scott Borgman back to the studio. Fr. Scott has served the Diocese of Orange for many years and is currently assisting the parish of St. Kilian’s in Mission Viejo. Over the course of...
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EPISODE #320: THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF POPE FRANCIS
It’s rare when two of our key radio/podcast hosts sit down together in the studio, but it does happen occasionally. With the recent passing of Pope Francis, it was time to bring them together to reflect on his life and legacy. Rick Howick of OC Catholic Radio recently sat down with Fr.…
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EPISODE #319: OUR LADY AT THE CENTER (DOCUMENTARY FILM)
Who is Our Lady of La Vang? On this episode of “OC Catholic Radio,” host Rick Howick sits down with the creators of “Our Lady at the Center,” a new documentary premiering on May 11 and May 17 in Orange County that explores that question and so much more. Shot in four countries, four languages and...
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EPISODE #318: THE JOURNEYMAN’S LABYRINTH
This podcast episode is the story of a man, inspired by a newfound faith, who’s been charged to “give back.” The story of Peter Hlavin is sure to give you a boost, in unexpected ways. A competitive athlete dating back to his high school days, Peter excelled in track and field and especially the...
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EPISODE #317: NEWNESS OF LIFE – A TESTIMONY OF HEALING
Each week, we bring you compelling conversation with church leaders and laity. Today, Rick Howick welcomes Amy Cara to the studio. A convert to the Catholic faith, Amy is a writer, a business owner, a wife and a mother to four sons. In this powerful episode of testimony of healing and personal...
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EPISODE #316: GUIDED BY GRACE – CATHOLIC ESTATE PLANNING
Each week, we bring you compelling conversation with church leaders and laity. On this edition of OC Catholic Radio, Attorney Laura Meier joins us in the studio. Laura recently authored a book entitled “Guided by Grace – A Catholic Journey Through Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning.” This book was...
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EPISODE #315: THE BEST LENT EVER (DYNAMIC CATHOLIC)
Each week, we bring you compelling conversation with church leaders and laity. Today, Rick Howick welcomes one of our favorite neighbors in the Tower of Hope to our radio studios. Her name is Evelyn Garcia; and she plays a key role for the well-known nationwide Catholic ministry called DYNAMIC...
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EPISODE #314: THE YEAR OF JUBILEE 2025 (BISHOP TIMOTHY FREYER)
Welcome to a very special edition of OC Catholic Radio. We think every edition of OCCR is special, but when we have the chance to sit down with our wonderful Auxiliary Bishop Timothy Freyer, it’s always time well spent! On this podcast episode, Bishop and host Rick Howick do a deep dive into all...
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EPISODE #313: THE ORANGE CATHOLIC FOUNDATION AND #HelpLA
Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. In the wake of the devastation brought on by the recent fires in LA County, Bishop Vann has called on the clergy, religious and faithful to be generous in spiritual, social and economic support for those...
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EPISODE #312: SUPER SATURDAY MEN’S CONFERENCE COMING TO CHRIST CATHEDRAL
Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick is thrilled to welcome good friend Gil Alderete back to the studio. Gil is the president of Catholic Men's Fellowship (CMF) of California; and he hosts his own podcast which is…
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EPISODE #311: A VISIT WITH FR. IAN GASTON
Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, with your host Rick Howick. On today’s episode, we’re honored to welcome a distinguished first-time guest, Fr. Ian Gaston. Ordained just two short years ago, Fr. Ian is currently a Parochial Vicar stationed at Christ Cathedral. Listen as...
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EPISODE #310: WHAT’S NEW AT OC’S GROUNDBREAKING LESTONNAC FREE CLINIC?
On today’s special edition of OC Catholic Radio, Host Rick Howick interviews two guests who come to us from Orange County’s groundbreaking “Lestonnac Free Clinic” (whose primary location is in the city of Orange). We are happy to welcome both Ed Gerber (Executive Director) and Andrea Rodriguez...
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EPISODE #309: THE MISSIONARY IMAGE OF OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE
Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, with your host Rick Howick. Today’s special in-studio guests are Fr. Al Baca and Kathleen Conway. In November of 2024, the Diocese of Orange hosted a tour of the Missionary Image of Our Lady of Guadalupe. The Image is a Catholic...
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EPISODE #308: VOCATIONS AWARENESS WEEK 2024
Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, with your host Rick Howick. Today’s special in-studio guests are Joan Patten, AO and Sr. Christina Perry, LHC. In this interview, we will hear Sr. Christina’s fascinating vocation story, acknowledging her recent first vows, and her local...
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EPISODE #307: SCIENCE MEDICINE AND EUCHARISTIC MIRACLES
Host Rick Howick interviews guests on a variety of topics. On today’s OC Catholic Radio, Rick welcomes our neighbor at the ‘Tower of Hope’ on the campus of Christ Cathedral. It’s none other than Fr. Robert Spitzer, president of the Magis Center and host on EWTN’s popular TV show, “Fr. Spitzer’s...
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EPISODE #306: 40 YEARS OF WEDDING BANNS
Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio. On this podcast, host Rick Howick welcomes an OC-based couple who recently celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary. Their names are Cindy and Deacon Angelo Giambrone. For the past 3 years, this lovely and inspired couple have hosted a...
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EPISODE #305: OC’S OWN OPERA SINGING PRIEST (FR. WILL GOLDIN)
Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio. On this podcast, host Rick Howick welcomes Fr. Will Goldin to our studio on the campus of Christ Cathedral in Garden Grove. Fr. Will serves as Parochial Administrator at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in La Habra. He holds several master’s...
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EPISODE #304: OC WALK FOR LIFE 2024 AT CHRIST CATHEDRAL
Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio. On this episode, we welcome two distinguished guests to the studio, Fr. Greg Walgenbach and Jeffry Rice. Fr. Greg is the Director at Life, Justice and Peace Ministry in the Diocese of Orange. And Jeffry is the Chapter President for the...
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EPISODE #303: AWAKE NOT WOKE - NOELLE MERING
Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio. On this episode, host Rick Howick welcomes a first-time guest to the show, Noelle Mering. Noelle is a fellow at the Washington D.C. based think tank, the Ethics and Public Policy Center. She is the author of the book, Awake, Not Woke: A...
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EPISODE #302: ON THE ROAD TO PURITY
Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio. On this episode, host Rick Howick visits with Steven Caswell of "Road to Purity." This ministry is a beacon to those dealing with various types of sexual addictions. Their website shares the following mission statement: This is the path…
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EPISODE #301: IRON SHARPENS IRON – YOUNG ADULT MEN’S MINISTRY
Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio. On this episode, we welcome two distinguished guests to our studio, DJ Bernal and Armando Cervantes. DJ is a leadership consultant, coach and evangelist, while Armando is the Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry and Hispanic…
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EPISODE #300: THE LONELINESS EPIDEMIC – A CATHOLIC RESPONSE (SIMONE RIZKALLAH)
Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio. On this episode, we are delighted to welcome Simone Rizkallah to the broadcast. Simone is part of a distinguished speakers series coming to Christ Cathedral in association with the Lumen Christi Institute. Her talk is entitled, “The...
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EPISODE #299: PRISON MINISTRY 101 – WHAT’S IT ALL ABOUT?
Welcome to another episode of OC Catholic Radio featuring your host, Rick Howick. Today, we’ll be talking about Catholic social teaching and restorative justice. Joining Rick in-studio are two distinguished guests, Peggy Normandin and Fred LaPuzza. Peggy’s name and voice may be familiar to many…
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EPISODE #298: THE MARIAN GARDENS EXPERIENCE AT CHRIST CATHEDRAL
Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio. We have another very special episode to bring you on today’s podcast. Listen as host Rick Howick interviews some of the key people who helped make the beautiful new Marian Gardens into a reality. We also cover portions of the press...
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EPISODE #297: WHAT’S THE STATE OF CATHOLIC SCHOOL EDUCATION IN ORANGE COUNTY?
Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, Rick welcomes Dr. Erin Barisano back to the program. Dr. Barisano is the Superintendent of Schools for the Diocese of Orange. Our topic of discussion today will center on the state of...
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EPISODE#296: A ST JUDE RELIC AND THE OFFICIAL OPENING OF THE MARIAN GARDENS
Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s episode, we have brought in some special guests to share about upcoming events on the Chris Cathedral campus. On the first half of the podcast, Rick sits down with guests Fr. Al Baca and Fr.…
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EPISODE#295: MANY PATHS TO BECOMING A DEACON
Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, we welcome a couple of new friends who are making their first trek to our radio/podcast studio. These two gentlemen are not only recently ordained deacons in the Diocese of Orange (class…
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EPISODE#294: EVANGELIZATION: RE-EVALUATING AND RE-TOOLING
Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, we welcome good friend Katie Dawson back to the studio. Katie is the Director of Parish Evangelization and Faith Formation for the Diocese of Orange. In our discussion, we do a deep dive…
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EPISODE#293: THE WALKING WITH MOMS INITIATIVE
Welcome to another episode of Orange County Catholic Radio, featuring host Rick Howick. On this week’s show, we're honored to welcome Megan Morris back to the program. She was with us about a year ago, and today we get to catch up on all the goings-on at the Life Center of Santa Ana (where she...
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