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Americans are reading fewer books — and the consequences may go far beyond shrinking attention spans. In this episode of The Deep, Erika explores how the decline of sustained reading is reshaping the way we think, reason, and even govern ourselves. If reading helped create the conditions for a free society, what happens when an entire culture stops doing it?Watch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

David Crowley defeats Francesca Hong in a stunning Democratic gubernatorial primary upset. Meanwhile, AOC laughs off the insanity of “Woke 1.0.” And finally, newly revealed Fauci texts raise serious concerns about the COVID vaccination during pregnancy. All this and more on the LOOPcast!Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-CharityMobile In theaters August 26 & 27, American Martyr: The Stanley Rother Story tells the true story of Bl. Stanley Rother. http://www.rotherdoc.com/ 00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast03:05 Insider Congress Update13:17 Primary Updates45:40 What is going on with AOC?1:05:50 Good News1:13:00 Fauci Texts1:22:39 Massachusetts Allows Abortion Up to Birth1:32:17 Twilight Zone1:44:24 Closing Prayer 1:45:22 EXCLUSIVE Interview with Abp. Paul CoakleyEMAIL US: [email protected] SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgCheck us out on Zeale: https://zeale.coSubscribe to the LOOP today!https://catholicvote.org/getloop Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744 FOLLOW LOOPCast: https://x.com/the_LOOPcast https://www.instagram.com/the_loopcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the_loopcast https://www.facebook.com/LOOPcastPodcast O Mother of Perpetual Help, grant that I may ever invoke thy most powerful name, which is the safeguard of the living and the salvation of the dying. O Purest Mary, O Sweetest Mary, let thy name henceforth be ever on my lips. Delay not, O Blessed Lady, to help me whenever I call on thee, for, in all my needs, in all my temptations I shall never cease to call on thee, ever repeating thy sacred name, Mary, Mary.O what consolation, what sweetness, what confidence, what emotion fill my soul when I pronounce thy sacred name, or even only think of thee. I thank God for having given thee, for my good, so sweet, so powerful, so lovely a name. But I will not be content with merely pronouncing thy name: let my love for thee prompt me ever to hail thee, Mother of Perpetual Help. Amen.All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

Socialism is back – and it's winning. Why are Gen Z voters embracing the DSA, Zohran Mamdani, and ideas many thought died with the Soviet Union? In this episode of The Deep, Erika breaks down how socialism made a comeback in America – and what it will take to stop it.Watch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

Michigan Democrats are rocked by a stunning Senate primary upset as Abdul El-Sayed defeats the party establishment. Meanwhile, 60,000+ migrants from Morocco invade Spain. And finally, an alarming study finds abortion-inducing drug in the drinking water of 3 US cities. All this and more on the LOOPcast!00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast05:20 El-Sayed Stuns Dems in MI31:23 Wisconsin and Francesa Hong46:48 Abortion in the Water?57:31 Good News1:18:00 Mass Migrations and the Muslims 1:36:20 Sports Betting1:42:40 Twilight Zone2:04:03 Closing PrayerEMAIL US: [email protected] SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgCheck us out on Zeale: https://zeale.coSubscribe to the LOOP today!https://catholicvote.org/getloop Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744 O Glorious Saint Joseph, model of all those who are devoted to labor, obtain for me the grace to work in a spirit of penance for the expiation of my many sins; to work conscientiously, putting the call of duty above my natural inclinations; to work with thankfulness and joy, considering it an honor to employ and develop by means of labor the gifts received from God; to work with order, peace, moderation and patience, never shrinking from weariness and trials; to work above all with purity of intention and detachment from self, keeping unceasingly before my eyes death and the account that I must give of time lost, talents unused, good omitted, and vain complacency in success, so fatal to the work of God.All for Jesus, all through Mary, all after thy example, O Patriarch, Saint Joseph. Such shall be my watch-word in life and in death. Amen.All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

Why do French fries taste exactly the same everywhere? The answer isn't McDonald's… it's a hidden food empire you've probably never heard of. Discover how Sysco, Big Food, and our obsession with convenience changed restaurants, small towns, and the American palate forever.Watch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

Fauci pleads the Fifth in explosive Senate hearing. Meanwhile, we break down Zohran Mamdani’s taxpayer-funded grocery store plan and what the latest polling says about the 2026 political landscape. And finally, Gen X Bishops are on the rise. All this and more on the LOOPcast!Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-CharityMobile 00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast02:30 Fauci PTSD 29:53 New York Grocery Stores52:05 2026 Midterms Lookahead1:24:25 Good News1:31:33 Nighty Night Tobin1:34:40 Gen X Bishops?1:49:42 Twilight Zone2:13:24 Closing PrayerEMAIL US: [email protected] SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgCheck us out on Zeale: https://zeale.coSubscribe to the LOOP today!https://catholicvote.org/getloop Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744 FOLLOW LOOPCast: https://x.com/the_LOOPcast https://www.instagram.com/the_loopcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the_loopcast https://www.facebook.com/LOOPcastPodcast Tom: https://x.com/TPogasic Erika: https://x.com/ErikaAhern2 Josh: https://x.com/joshuamercer O Jesus, through the Immaculate Heart of Mary, I offer you my prayers, works, joys, and sufferings of this day, for the intentions of your Sacred Heart in union with the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass throughout the world, for the salvation of souls, the reparation of sins, the reunion of all Christians, and in particular, for the intentions of the Holy Father this month. AmenAll opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

This is the Odyssey review you didn’t expect. Erika breaks down the good, the bad, and the (confirmed) ugly in Nolan’s adaptation of the founding myth of the West.Watch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

Trump vows retaliation against Iran after four U.S. soldiers are killed. Meanwhile, JD Vance hits the media circuit with appearances on Joe Rogan and Bishop Barron. And finally, Tom breaks down the massive Meta Data center project in his backyard. All this and more on the LOOPcast!TIMESTAMPS00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast06:10 Iran War Update41:19 Vance Press Tour1:08:10 Good News1:23:07 AI Data Center1:47:31 Odyssey Update1:49:20 Twilight Zone2:06:09 NixonmaxxingGet your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-CharityMobile EMAIL US: [email protected] SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgCheck us out on Zeale: https://zeale.coSubscribe to the LOOP today!https://catholicvote.org/getloop Prayer for our nationGod our Father, Giver of life, we entrust the United States of America to Your loving care. You are the rock on which this nation was founded. You alone are the true source of our cherished rights to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. Reclaim this land for Your glory and dwell among Your people.Send Your Spirit to touch the hearts of our nation’s leaders. Open their minds to the great worth of human life and the responsibilities that accompany human freedom. Remind Your people that true happiness is rooted in seeking and doing Your will.Through the intercession of Mary Immaculate, Patroness of our land, grant us the courage to reject the “culture of death.” Lead us into a new millennium of life. We ask this through Christ Our Lord.Amen.All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

Elmo didn't always act like... well, Elmo. So what happened? From Sesame Street to Cocomelon, the fight for children's attention transformed kids' TV into a high-speed sensory experience. In this episode of The Deep, Erika dives into surprising research that may change how you think about screen time forever.Watch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

Senator Lindsey Graham dies unexpectedly, and his sister is sworn in to replace him. Meanwhile, the Iran war escalates as attacks on U.S. targets and commercial shipping send oil prices climbing and threaten to reverse recent inflation relief. Finally, Catholic philosopher Peter Kreeft shares advice everyone needs to hear. All this and more on the LOOPcast!Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-CharityMobile Discover your next precious metals investment with St. Joseph Partners, one of the few openly Catholic precious metals firms in America! https://sjp.stjosephpartners.com/Zeale00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast04:44 Lindsey Graham Update25:05 Mitch McConnell Found53:02 Good News1:07:00 Iran Update1:20:18 Culture Block - The Odyssey1:34:00 SSPX Appeals 1:37:50 Twilight Zone1:54:33 Closing PrayerEMAIL US: [email protected] SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgCheck us out on Zeale: https://zeale.coSubscribe to the LOOP today!https://catholicvote.org/getloop Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744 FOLLOW LOOPCast: https://x.com/the_LOOPcast https://www.instagram.com/the_loopcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the_loopcast https://www.facebook.com/LOOPcastPodcast Tom: https://x.com/TPogasic Erika: https://x.com/ErikaAhern2 Josh: https://x.com/joshuamercer God be in my head,And in my understanding;God be in my eyes, And in my looking;God be in my mouth, And in my speaking;God be in my heart, And in my thinking;God be at my end, And at my departing.All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

Is Gen Z really lazy... or were they handed a world designed to keep them anxious, distracted, and afraid to commit? From smartphones and student debt to helicopter parenting and faith, this episode uncovers why growing up feels harder than ever… and where signs of hope are emerging.Watch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

Graham Platner’s Senate campaign implodes after new allegations emerge and old scandals resurface. Meanwhile, democratic socialists are gaining ground in elections across the country. And finally, what is going on with Mitch McConnell? All this and more on the LOOPcast!Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-CharityMobile Discover your next precious metals investment with St. Joseph Partners, one of the few openly Catholic precious metals firms in America! https://sjp.stjosephpartners.com/ZealeNazareth Organics is a Catholic family-owned natural skincare company that handcrafts tallow balms with high-quality, wild-crafted, and organic ingredients from nature. Check out the new Summer Bundle and other premium skincare products at nazareth-organics.com and use code LOOPCAST at checkout for a 10% discount: http://nazareth-organics.com/ Equip yourself with the clarity and confidence to bring truth, goodness, and beauty back to your home and community. Start Christendom’s free today at https://EducationAtTheCrossroads.com 00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast06:40 Independence Day Recap08:28 Pope Meets with US Ambassador Brian Burch14:30 Graham Platner's Campaign Implodes38:57 Socialism Bloc 1:01:52 Good News 1:17:50 SSPX Update1:37:19 Twilight Zone1:59:05 Closing PrayerEMAIL US: [email protected] SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgCheck us out on Zeale: https://zeale.coSubscribe to the LOOP today!https://catholicvote.org/getloop Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744 FOLLOW LOOPCast: https://x.com/the_LOOPcast https://www.instagram.com/the_loopcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the_loopcast https://www.facebook.com/LOOPcastPodcast All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

What are the most patriotic movies ever made? From Rocky IV and Apollo 13 to Mr. Smith Goes to Washington and John Adams, Erika counts down her favorite films and series for America's 250th birthday. History, heroes, aliens, and a few surprising picks await.Watch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-CharityMobile Discover your next precious metals investment with St. Joseph Partners, one of the few openly Catholic precious metals firms in America! https://sjp.stjosephpartners.com/ZealeNazareth Organics is a Catholic family-owned natural skincare company that handcrafts tallow balms with high-quality, wild-crafted, and organic ingredients from nature. Check out the new Summer Bundle and other premium skincare products at nazareth-organics.com and use code LOOPCAST at checkout for a 10% discount: http://nazareth-organics.com/ Equip yourself with the clarity and confidence to bring truth, goodness, and beauty back to your home and community. Start Christendom’s free today at https://EducationAtTheCrossroads.com EMAIL US: [email protected] SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgCheck us out on Zeale: https://zeale.coSubscribe to the LOOP today!https://catholicvote.org/getloop Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744 FOLLOW LOOPCast: https://x.com/the_LOOPcast https://www.instagram.com/the_loopcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the_loopcast https://www.facebook.com/LOOPcastPodcast Tom: https://x.com/TPogasic Erika: https://x.com/ErikaAhern2 Josh: https://x.com/joshuamercer All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

What happened to free Catholic schools? For generations, working-class families could send every child to Catholic school on a single income. Today, many can't afford even one. Erika investigates how America's largest private-school network was built, why it unraveled, and who's trying to save it.Watch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

Democratic socialists just swept major New York City primaries, giving Zohran Mamdani and the DSA a new claim to power inside the Democratic Party. We break down what the Mamdani machine means for Democrats, Israel, immigration, and the future of the progressive left. Then, we look overseas as Britain’s post-Brexit political chaos continues and populism rises again across the Western Hemisphere. Finally, SCOTUS hands Trump two major immigration wins, Bishop Barron calls out the collapse of liberal Catholic moral theology, and the Twilight Zone delivers a DEI trash-can scandal you couldn’t invent in a lab. All this and more on the LOOPcast!TIMESTAMPS00:00 Mamdani Sweep46:06 Starmer Steps Down1:02:25 Latin American Elections1:06:29 Good News1:19:20 Pope Leo to German Bishops1:30:00 Twilight ZoneGet your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-CharityMobile Discover your next precious metals investment with St. Joseph Partners, one of the few openly Catholic precious metals firms in America! https://sjp.stjosephpartners.com/ZealeNazareth Organics is a Catholic family-owned natural skincare company that handcrafts tallow balms with high-quality, wild-crafted, and organic ingredients from nature. Check out the new Summer Bundle and other premium skincare products at nazareth-organics.com and use code LOOPCAST at checkout for a 10% discount: http://nazareth-organics.com/ Equip yourself with the clarity and confidence to bring truth, goodness, and beauty back to your home and community. Start Christendom’s free today at https://EducationAtTheCrossroads.com EMAIL US: [email protected] SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgCheck us out on Zeale: https://zeale.coSubscribe to the LOOP today!https://catholicvote.org/getloop Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744 All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

What if that “harmless” horoscope, tarot reading, or manifestation ritual is more than just a game? Millions of Americans – including Catholics – dabble in New Age spirituality without realizing where it comes from or why it’s forbidden. In this episode, Erika Ahern traces the hidden roots of the occult and explains why it’s making a comeback.Watch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

President Trump announces a framework agreement with Iran aimed at ending the war. Meanwhile, JD Vance makes a series of high-profile media appearances. And finally, Scottish soccer fans take over Boston. All this and more on the LOOPcast!Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome To LOOPcast5:20 Zeale For America 250 Wrap12:05 Leaked Trump Iran Deal 23:18 JD Vance on Press Tour45:46 JD on The View53:35 Good News1:01:10 MLB Pride Hats 1:12:31 World Cup Fans Love America1:26:16 SSPX and Parish Consolidations1:41:46 Twilight ZoneGet your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-CharityMobile Discover your next precious metals investment with St. Joseph Partners, one of the few openly Catholic precious metals firms in America! https://sjp.stjosephpartners.com/ZealeNazareth Organics is a Catholic family-owned natural skincare company that handcrafts tallow balms with high-quality, wild-crafted, and organic ingredients from nature. Check out the new Summer Bundle and other premium skincare products at nazareth-organics.com and use code LOOPCAST at checkout for a 10% discount: http://nazareth-organics.com/ Equip yourself with the clarity and confidence to bring truth, goodness, and beauty back to your home and community. Start Christendom’s free today at https://EducationAtTheCrossroads.com EMAIL US: [email protected] SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgCheck us out on Zeale: https://zeale.coSubscribe to the LOOP today!https://catholicvote.org/getloop Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744 All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

Millennial nostalgia isn't just for Millennials anymore. As Americans flock to vintage fashion, hackey-sacks, Gameboys, and pre-digital lifestyles, a deeper question has emerged: are we escaping the present… or rediscovering something we lost that’s worth saving?Watch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

Things are heating up again in the Middle East as tensions rise between Israel, Iran, and the United States. Meanwhile, we unpack the conviction and sentencing of Karmelo Anthony in the death of Austin Metcalf. Finally, Pope Leo is in Spain. All this and more on the LOOPcast!Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-CharityMobile 00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast03:20 Things Are Heating Up Again in the Middle East29:45 What is “disparate impact”? 34:25 Update on Case of Austin Metcalf1:03:31 Good News1:22:25 Unrest in Northern Ireland1:37:08 Church Corner1:42:04 Twilight Zone2:08:20 Closing PrayerEMAIL US: [email protected] SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgCheck us out on Zeale: https://zeale.coSubscribe to the LOOP today!https://catholicvote.org/getloop Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744 FOLLOW LOOPCast: https://x.com/the_LOOPcast https://www.instagram.com/the_loopcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the_loopcast https://www.facebook.com/LOOPcastPodcast Daily Prayer for America 250By Raymond Leo Cardinal BurkeO Sacred Heart of Jesus, King of Heaven and Earth,I place today my nation, the United States of America,into Your Heart pierced for love of us.On the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence,I acknowledge that true liberty is Your gift,and that our lasting homeland is the eternal Kingdom of God.Under the mantle of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas,and through the intercession of her Immaculate Heart,bless my homeland anew,purify her from sin,and guide her leaders in truth, justice, and peace,so that she may safeguard all human life,respect the integrity of marriage and the family,and honor the practice of religion.Reign in my home and in my nation.Draw every heart into communion with You,that Your truth, love, justice, mercy, and peace may triumphin America and throughout the world.Amen.All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

80% of Harvard students get A’s – and are somehow more stressed out than ever. In this episode of The Deep, Erika uncovers the bizarre history of American grades, the collapse of academic standards, and why elite universities are quietly admitting the system no longer works. If everyone gets an A… does Harvard mean anything anymore?Watch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-CharityMobile EMAIL US: [email protected] SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgCheck us out on Zeale: https://zeale.coSubscribe to the LOOP today!https://catholicvote.org/getloop Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744 FOLLOW LOOPCast: https://x.com/the_LOOPcast https://www.instagram.com/the_loopcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the_loopcast https://www.facebook.com/LOOPcastPodcast Tom: https://x.com/TPogasic Erika: https://x.com/ErikaAhern2 Josh: https://x.com/joshuamercer Daily Prayer for America 250By Raymond Leo Cardinal BurkeO Sacred Heart of Jesus, King of Heaven and Earth,I place today my nation, the United States of America,into Your Heart pierced for love of us.On the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence,I acknowledge that true liberty is Your gift,and that our lasting homeland is the eternal Kingdom of God.Under the mantle of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas,and through the intercession of her Immaculate Heart,bless my homeland anew,purify her from sin,and guide her leaders in truth, justice, and peace,so that she may safeguard all human life,respect the integrity of marriage and the family,and honor the practice of religion.Reign in my home and in my nation.Draw every heart into communion with You,that Your truth, love, justice, mercy, and peace may triumphin America and throughout the world.Amen.All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

Why are the anti-Woke atheists taking a second look at Christianity? They miss the FRUITS of Christian civilization — community, meaning, trust, beauty, family — but still don’t understand the CAUSE. In this episode, Erika breaks down three major voices searching for the benefits of religion… and one woman who finally discovered why Christianity actually works.Watch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-CharityMobile Today on the LOOPcast: Pope Leo’s first encyclical tackles what it means to remain human in the age of AI, grounding technology, education, work, and human dignity in Catholic social teaching. Ken Paxton’s routs in Texas Senate runoff victory over John Cornyn, what it reveals about the changing GOP, and how it reshapes the race against Democrat James Talarico. Good news from the Midwest, Spurs nuns, and the UFC on the lawn. 00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast3:40 Pope Leo’s Human Magnifica Humanitas 41:00 Ken Paxton Defeats John Cornyn 1:01:39 Good News1:13:53 Iran Updates1:25:14 SSPX Announces Names of New Bishops1:30:05 Twilight ZoneEMAIL US: [email protected] SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgJoin us at Zeale for America250: https://lp.catholicvote.org/america250-travel Check us out on Zeale: https://zeale.coSubscribe to the LOOP today!https://catholicvote.org/getloop Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744 FOLLOW LOOPCast: https://x.com/the_LOOPcast https://www.instagram.com/the_loopcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the_loopcast https://www.facebook.com/LOOPcastPodcast Subscribe to Tom Across America: https://www.youtube.com/@TomAcrossAmerica250 Watch Tom Across America on Zeale: https://zeale.co/shows/tom-across-america All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

The Weather Underground didn’t disappear – they got tenure. From 1970s bombings and Marxist revolution to BLM riots, activist academia, and today’s political extremism, Erika uncovers the forgotten history behind America’s long march from “Days of Rage” to the political violence of 2026.Watch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

Trump-backed challengers shake up Republican primaries as Thomas Massie falls in the most expensive House primary ever. We break down what happened, who funded it, and what it means for the future of the GOP. Meanwhile, AI takes over graduation season. And finally, is Kamala back? All this and more on the LOOPcast!Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-CharityMobile 00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast02:31 Primary Updates49:52 Anti-Weaponization Fund 1:00:36 Good News1:22:17 Grad Speech and AI1:45:20 Twilight Zone2:06:00 Closing PrayerEMAIL US: [email protected] SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgCheck us out on Zeale: https://zeale.coSubscribe to the LOOP today!https://catholicvote.org/getloop Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744 FOLLOW LOOPCast: https://x.com/the_LOOPcast https://www.instagram.com/the_loopcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the_loopcast https://www.facebook.com/LOOPcastPodcast Daily Prayer for America 250By Raymond Leo Cardinal BurkeO Sacred Heart of Jesus, King of Heaven and Earth,I place today my nation, the United States of America,into Your Heart pierced for love of us.On the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence,I acknowledge that true liberty is Your gift,and that our lasting homeland is the eternal Kingdom of God.Under the mantle of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas,and through the intercession of her Immaculate Heart,bless my homeland anew,purify her from sin,and guide her leaders in truth, justice, and peace,so that she may safeguard all human life,respect the integrity of marriage and the family,and honor the practice of religion.Reign in my home and in my nation.Draw every heart into communion with You,that Your truth, love, justice, mercy, and peace may triumphin America and throughout the world.Amen.All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

Hollywood rewrote our childhood villains – and millions of adults are cheering it on. From Loki to Maleficent to Frozen, why do we keep rebranding evil as “misunderstood trauma”? In this episode of The Deep, Erika explores nostalgia, decadence, relativism, and how we can get back to true heroes in our movies.0:00 Intro: “Reimagined” villains1:57 Examples3:22 Misplaced nostalgia 4:41 The progressive blueprint 6:55 A decadent society10:39 Moral relativism14:29 Conclusion: good vs. evilWatch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

Marty Makary is out at HHS. Is MAHA dead? Meanwhile, troubling new economic data points to rising anxiety among young Americans. And finally, Trump heads to China alongside some of the world’s most powerful CEOs. All this and more on the LOOPcast!Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-CharityMobile 00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast04:55 Makary is OUT 36:07 Economy1:07:30 Good News1:19:05 China Visit1:29:32 Twilight Zone2:05:13 Closing PrayerEMAIL US: [email protected] SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgJoin us at Zeale for America250: https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-America250 Check us out on Zeale: https://zeale.coSubscribe to the LOOP today!https://catholicvote.org/getloop Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744 FOLLOW LOOPCast: https://x.com/the_LOOPcast https://www.instagram.com/the_loopcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the_loopcast https://www.facebook.com/LOOPcastPodcast Daily Prayer for America 250By Raymond Leo Cardinal BurkeO Sacred Heart of Jesus, King of Heaven and Earth,I place today my nation, the United States of America,into Your Heart pierced for love of us.On the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence,I acknowledge that true liberty is Your gift,and that our lasting homeland is the eternal Kingdom of God.Under the mantle of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas,and through the intercession of her Immaculate Heart,bless my homeland anew,purify her from sin,and guide her leaders in truth, justice, and peace,so that she may safeguard all human life,respect the integrity of marriage and the family,and honor the practice of religion.Reign in my home and in my nation.Draw every heart into communion with You,that Your truth, love, justice, mercy, and peace may triumphin America and throughout the world.Amen.All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

Fr. Ambrose Criste sits down with Erika to confront the central challenges of the Church in America: Why are so many Catholics leaving the Church? What went wrong with Catholic education? And how do we turn this ship around? Fr. Ambrose also shares his personal vocation story and what it’s like to be a “celebrity priest.”Check out the Evermode Institute: https://www.evermode.com/Meet Fr. Ambrose in person! Buy tickets to Zeale for America 250: https://lp.catholicvote.org/america250Watch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

Indiana Republicans who opposed Trump-backed redistricting efforts got crushed in Tuesday’s primaries. Meanwhile, SCOTUS pauses a major abortion-pill ruling. And finally, Utah residents revolt against a major AI Data Center project. All this and more on the LOOPcast!Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-CharityMobile 00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast04:00 Primary Results27:40 SCOTUS and Mifepristone48:41 Good News59:00 Data Center Community Resistance1:16:17 Homeschool Beef1:28:55 The Life of American Children1:42:35 Twilight Zone2:11:03 Closing PrayerEMAIL US: [email protected] SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgJoin us at Zeale for America250: https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-America250 Check us out on Zeale: https://zeale.coSubscribe to the LOOP today!https://catholicvote.org/getloop Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744 FOLLOW LOOPCast: https://x.com/the_LOOPcast https://www.instagram.com/the_loopcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the_loopcast https://www.facebook.com/LOOPcastPodcast Tom: https://x.com/TPogasic Erika: https://x.com/ErikaAhern2 Josh: https://x.com/joshuamercer All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

America needs more homes… but what if the ones we’re building are falling apart? In this episode of The Deep, Erika exposes the shocking truth behind new construction, from hidden defects to broken incentives, and why Big Building is making the housing crisis worse.0:00 Intro: New houses are a disaster1:40 We need more homes3:01 Why can’t we build enough houses?4:58 Why prefab fails6:13 The death of craftsmanship7:06 Poor quality materials8:09 Broken market incentives10:04 How large builders trap new buyers12:44 How we solve the crisisWatch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

Top Fauci adviser indicted by DOJ for concealing COVID records. Meanwhile, what really happened at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shooting, and why security failures are raising serious questions. And finally, Pope Leo meets with Anglican "archbishop." All this and more on the LOOPcast!Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-CharityMobile 00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast04:15 DOJ Updates35:15 What We Know About the WHCD 57:04 Good News1:18:53 News on the Gas Front1:49:18 Twilight Zone2:06:37 Closing PrayerEMAIL US: [email protected] SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgJoin us at Zeale for America250: https://lp.catholicvote.org/america250-travel Check us out on Zeale: https://zeale.coSubscribe to the LOOP today!https://catholicvote.org/getloop Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744 FOLLOW LOOPCast: https://x.com/the_LOOPcast https://www.instagram.com/the_loopcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the_loopcast https://www.facebook.com/LOOPcastPodcast Tom: https://x.com/TPogasic Erika: https://x.com/ErikaAhern2 Josh: https://x.com/joshuamercer All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

Gen Z was the guinea pig, the results are in, and the Zuck has been called to account. Are smartphones rewiring childhood forever? In this episode of The Deep, Erika breaks down the data, the lawsuits, the 5 hidden harms of a phone-based life – and how families can fight back.Watch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

Iran war tensions continue as Iran skips talks with Vance, and Trump extends the ceasefire. Meanwhile, Virginia Democrats secure a major redistricting victory that could give them a 10-1 advantage in Congressional representation. And finally, Sodom is back. All this and more on the LOOPcast!Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-CharityMobile 00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast04:51 Iran War Update 39:25 VA Dems Massive Redistricting Win1:12:50 Good News1:22:44 SPLC1:28:55 Culture Block1:38:23 Twilight Zone1:58:55 Closing PrayerEMAIL US: [email protected] SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgJoin us at Zeale for America250: https://lp.catholicvote.org/america250-travel Check us out on Zeale: https://zeale.coSubscribe to the LOOP today!https://catholicvote.org/getloop Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744 FOLLOW LOOPCast: https://x.com/the_LOOPcast https://www.instagram.com/the_loopcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the_loopcast https://www.facebook.com/LOOPcastPodcast Tom: https://x.com/TPogasic Erika: https://x.com/ErikaAhern2 Josh: https://x.com/joshuamercer All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

Why is the U.S. maternal mortality rate the highest in the developed world? In this episode of The Deep, we break down shocking data on pregnancy deaths, C-section risks, postpartum care failures, and healthcare system incentives putting moms at risk. This is the maternal health crisis no one is explaining clearly.0:00 Intro1:26 Breaking down the statistics6:54 A political problem9:00 A broken system16:27 Postpartum deaths20:03 A twisted view of motherhood22:05 ConclusionWatch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

Trump doubles down after a clash with Pope Leo over the Iran war. Meanwhile, a bombshell report reveals troubling details about Biden-era FACE Act prosecutions. And finally, NASA’s Artemis II astronauts make history. All this and more on the LOOPcast!Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-CharityMobile 00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast04:20 Trump Doubles Down on Pope Leo34:45 Bombshell DOJ Report50:21 Good News1:01:10 Iran Update1:13:00 Let’s Talk About Swalwell1:23:48 Ben Sasse1:35:55 Twilight Zone1:51:27 Closing Prayer EMAIL US: [email protected] SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgJoin us at Zeale for America250: https://lp.catholicvote.org/america250-travel Check us out on Zeale: https://zeale.coSubscribe to the LOOP today!https://catholicvote.org/getloop Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744 FOLLOW LOOPCast: https://x.com/the_LOOPcast https://www.instagram.com/the_loopcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the_loopcast https://www.facebook.com/LOOPcastPodcast Tom: https://x.com/TPogasic Erika: https://x.com/ErikaAhern2 Josh: https://x.com/joshuamercer All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

179,000 nuns… down to 33,000. What happened? In this episode of The Deep, Erika uncovers the shocking collapse of America’s Catholic sisters – an 82% decline – and the hidden forces behind it. Was it Vatican II, feminism, or something deeper? And why are a few communities quietly rising from the ashes?0:00 Intro: Why did America’s nuns disappear?3:42 History of religious sisters in America5:50 What lead to the decline?8:50 The destruction of the family11:18 The sexual revolution and feminism12:16 The media and cultural narratives13:04 Debt and careerism14:02 The fallout16:52 Who survived?19:04 Thriving communities today20:32 Conclusion: Why we need religious sisters!Watch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

Trump announces a two-week ceasefire with Iran after last-minute escalation threats. Meanwhile, the Dominican Sisters of Hawthorne sue New York State over a gender-ideology mandate for care centers. And finally, new data shows a surge in Easter conversions nationwide. All this and more on the LOOPcast!Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-CharityMobile 00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast05:38 Trump Announces Ceasefire28:50 JD Vance in Hungary41:07 BIG ANNOUNCEMENT45:01 New March Jobs Report48:15 What is going on with Abigail Spanberger?53:47 Big Voting Win in Maine58:38 Is there hope for Republicans?1:02:15 Birthright Citizenship and SCOTUS1:07:07 Good News1:16:25 NY Comes After Nuns1:25:00 Motherhood and Career1:36:23 Listener Question1:46:20 New Data on Adult Catholic Conversions1:49:29 Twilight Zone2:02:47 Closing PrayerEMAIL US: [email protected] SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgCheck us out on Zeale: https://zeale.coSubscribe to the LOOP today!https://catholicvote.org/getloop Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744 FOLLOW LOOPCast: https://x.com/the_LOOPcast https://www.instagram.com/the_loopcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the_loopcast https://www.facebook.com/LOOPcastPodcast Tom: https://x.com/TPogasic Erika: https://x.com/ErikaAhern2 Josh: https://x.com/joshuamercer All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

Trump signals a possible end to the Iran war without opening the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, a Palm Sunday clash in Jerusalem sparks global backlash after Cardinal Pizzaballa is blocked from entering the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. And finally, what is Lindsey Graham doing at Disney? All this and more on the LOOPcast!Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-CharityMobile 00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast05:35 Day 31 - Iran War29:36 Palm Sunday in Jerusalem39:31 Pope Leo on Palm Sunday51:53 Good News1:07:40 Biden-Era Planned Parenthood Funding Update1:15:49 Q&A1:27:20 Explosion of Christianity1:32:35 Twilight Zone1:51:37 Closing PrayerEMAIL US: [email protected] SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgCheck us out on Zeale: https://zeale.coSubscribe to the LOOP today!https://catholicvote.org/getloop Daily Prayer for America 250By Raymond Leo Cardinal BurkeO Sacred Heart of Jesus, King of Heaven and Earth,I place today my nation, the United States of America,into Your Heart pierced for love of us.On the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence,I acknowledge that true liberty is Your gift,and that our lasting homeland is the eternal Kingdom of God.Under the mantle of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas,and through the intercession of her Immaculate Heart,bless my homeland anew,purify her from sin,and guide her leaders in truth, justice, and peace,so that she may safeguard all human life,respect the integrity of marriage and the family,and honor the practice of religion.Reign in my home and in my nation.Draw every heart into communion with You,that Your truth, love, justice, mercy, and peace may triumphin America and throughout the world.Amen.All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

AI is transforming everything—but what’s powering it? In this episode of The Deep, Erika Ahern uncovers the hidden costs of AI data centers: skyrocketing energy use, water consumption, rising utility bills, and growing local backlash. The cloud isn’t weightless—it’s industrial. And it might be coming to your backyard next.Timestamps:0:00 Intro: The AI data center explosion1:59 How data centers have changed4:07 Mapping U.S. data centers5:40 Energy consumption7:52 Residents pay the price9:18 Water usage11:11 Land grabs and noise12:23 Tax incentives13:23 Do data centers create jobs?14:55 Encroachment on residential areas15:37 What are we doing about it?17:24 Conclusion: Is there any stopping it?Watch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

Trump pauses strikes on Iran as troop deployments ramp up and Hormuz negotiations continue. Meanwhile, DHS shutdown chaos spreads to airports, causing long TSA wait times. And finally, are Catholic conversions rising nationwide? All this and more on the LOOPcast!Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-CharityMobile 00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast04:00 Iran War - Day 2532:44 TSA/DHS Disaster42:00 Good News1:02:38 Culture Block1:11:15 Church Corner1:41:46 Twilight Zone1:58:12 Closing PrayerEMAIL US: [email protected] SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgCheck us out on Zeale: https://zeale.coSubscribe to the LOOP today!https://catholicvote.org/getloop Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744 FOLLOW LOOPCast: https://x.com/the_LOOPcast https://www.instagram.com/the_loopcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the_loopcast https://www.facebook.com/LOOPcastPodcast Tom: https://x.com/TPogasic Erika: https://x.com/ErikaAhern2 Josh: https://x.com/joshuamercer All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

What would happen if euthanasia had a marketing department? In Breakfast of Champions, director Andrew Shemin imagines a darkly satirical world where a cheerful sales representative walks into a neighborhood bar with an unusual proposal: partner with her company to promote assisted death to elderly patrons. What follows is a tense and unsettling conversation that explores dignity, persuasion, and the quiet pressures shaping end-of-life decisions today. In this interview, Andrew Shemin explains the inspiration behind the film, how satire can reveal uncomfortable truths, and why stories like this matter right now. Watch now on Zeale: https://zeale.co/video/breakfast-of-champions

They ripped out the altars. Whitewashed the saints. Built “churches” that look like airports. How did we get here? And why did Catholics go along with it? In this episode of The Deep, Erika exposes the shocking, anti-Catholic roots of the Church’s “wreckovation” era – and the modernist ideas that gutted sacred beauty. But it’s not over. Across America, parishes are rising from the ashes and restoring what was lost.Timestamps:0:00 Intro: How did we get here?2:13 The history behind ugly churches6:29 “Kitschy” Jesus8:21 The modernist spirit11:44 The role of Vatican II13:37 Ugly church architecture on display16:28 The way of beauty17:36 Hopeful stories of renovationWatch The Deep on Zeale! https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

Top counterterrorism official Joe Kent resigns, claiming Iran posed “no imminent threat.” What does this mean for the war, and what comes next? Meanwhile, the author of The Population Bomb dies, and we revisit one of the most influential (and wrong) ideas of the last century. And finally, what is the real lesson of Saint Patrick? All this and more on the LOOPcast!Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-CharityMobile 00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast03:14 Updates on Iran War36:15 Population Bomb Author Dies 49:05 Good News56:00 Saint Patrick’s Day1:02:00 Should you kick your kids out at 18?1:10:55 Listener Question1:19:54 Twilight Zone1:51:17 Closing PrayerEMAIL US: [email protected] SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgCheck us out on Zeale: https://zeale.coSubscribe to the LOOP today!https://catholicvote.org/getloop Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744 FOLLOW LOOPCast: https://x.com/the_LOOPcast https://www.instagram.com/the_loopcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the_loopcast https://www.facebook.com/LOOPcastPodcast Tom: https://x.com/TPogasic Erika: https://x.com/ErikaAhern2 Josh: https://x.com/joshuamercer All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

Dominican friar and Godsplaining podcast host Fr. Gregory Pine, OP joins Erika to discuss his new book, Training the Tongue: Growing Beyond the Sins of Speech. In an age of hot takes and endless commentary, how do we learn to speak truthfully, charitably, and even humorously? A conversation about disciplining our speech – and reclaiming real human conversation.Check out Fr. Pine's new book: "Training the Tongue and Growing Beyond Sins of Speech" https://stpaulcenter.com/store/training-the-tongue-and-growing-beyond-sins-of-speechWatch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

Trump demands Iran’s “unconditional surrender” as the war intensifies. We analyze the strategy, the risks, and what comes next. Meanwhile, Kristi Noem is out as DHS secretary. And finally, we answer your questions live. All this and more live on the LOOPcast! Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-CharityMobile 00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast 02:30 Updates on the Iran War 39:55 Kristi Noem is OUT 1:07:15 Good News 1:17:40 Q&A 1:37:23 Twilight Zone 1:57:20 Closing PrayerEMAIL US: [email protected] SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.org Check us out on Zeale: https://zeale.co Subscribe to the LOOP today! https://catholicvote.org/getloop FOLLOW LOOPCast: https://x.com/the_LOOPcast https://www.instagram.com/the_loopcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the_loopcast https://www.facebook.com/LOOPcastPodcast Subscribe to Tom Across America: https://www.youtube.com/@TomAcrossAmerica250 Watch Tom Across America on Zeale: https://zeale.co/shows/tom-across-america Tom: https://x.com/TPogasic Erika: https://x.com/ErikaAhern2 Josh: https://x.com/joshuamercer Daily Prayer for America 250 By Raymond Leo Cardinal Burke O Sacred Heart of Jesus, King of Heaven and Earth, I place today my nation, the United States of America, into Your Heart pierced for love of us. On the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, I acknowledge that true liberty is Your gift, and that our lasting homeland is the eternal Kingdom of God. Under the mantle of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas, and through the intercession of her Immaculate Heart, bless my homeland anew, purify her from sin, and guide her leaders in truth, justice, and peace, so that she may safeguard all human life, respect the integrity of marriage and the family, and honor the practice of religion. Reign in my home and in my nation. Draw every heart into communion with You, that Your truth, love, justice, mercy, and peace may triumph in America and throughout the world. Amen. All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

For over a century, the College Board has shaped who gets into college –  and what “success” even means to American kids. In this episode of The Deep, Erika traces how a nonprofit testing company became a billion-dollar gatekeeper, why standards have quietly shifted, and why elite universities are now scrambling back to testing after going test-optional. Is the system ensuring merit – or masking its own decline? Let’s look at the data.Timestamps:0:00 - College Board: The gatekeeper of American education1:06 - College Board’s unsettling origin4:35 - College Board takes over universities6:47 - “Aptitude” controversy8:49 - College Board cashes in (big time)10:00 - Becoming the gatekeeper12:24 - How do we escape the College Board matrix?Watch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep

Get your FREE PHONE as a new Charity Mobile user with every new line — and FREE SHIPPING — with promo code LOOPCAST at https://bit.ly/LOOPcast-CharityMobile EMAIL US: [email protected] SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgCheck us out on Zeale: https://zeale.coSubscribe to the LOOP today!https://catholicvote.org/getloop   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744 FOLLOW LOOPCast: https://x.com/the_LOOPcast  https://www.instagram.com/the_loopcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the_loopcast https://www.facebook.com/LOOPcastPodcast Subscribe to Tom Across America: https://www.youtube.com/@TomAcrossAmerica250 Watch Tom Across America on Zeale: https://zeale.co/shows/tom-across-america Tom: https://x.com/TPogasic Erika: https://x.com/ErikaAhern2  Josh: https://x.com/joshuamercer Daily Prayer for America 250By Raymond Leo Cardinal BurkeO Sacred Heart of Jesus, King of Heaven and Earth,I place today my nation, the United States of America,into Your Heart pierced for love of us.On the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence,I acknowledge that true liberty is Your gift,and that our lasting homeland is the eternal Kingdom of God.Under the mantle of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Patroness of the Americas,and through the intercession of her Immaculate Heart,bless my homeland anew,purify her from sin,and guide her leaders in truth, justice, and peace,so that she may safeguard all human life,respect the integrity of marriage and the family,and honor the practice of religion.Reign in my home and in my nation.Draw every heart into communion with You,that Your truth, love, justice, mercy, and peace may triumphin America and throughout the world.Amen.All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

Catholic bishops call Trump’s birthright citizenship push “immoral” — but what does Catholic teaching actually say about borders and citizenship? Meanwhile, there is major beef between the Pentagon and Anthropic. And finally, Pope Leo issues a warning to priests about using AI for homilies. All this and more on the LOOPcast!00:00 Welcome to the LOOPcast02:30 USCCB and Trump’s EO23:55 Notre Dame Update29:44 Anthropic vs. Pentagon Beef40:43 Good News47:06 War Imminent? 01:00:20 Twilight Zone01:18:45 Closing PrayerEMAIL US: [email protected] SUPPORT LOOPCAST: www.loopcast.orgCheck us out on Zeale: https://zeale.coSubscribe to the LOOP today!https://catholicvote.org/getloop   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-loopcast/id1643967065 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/08jykZi86H7jKNFLbSesjk?si=ztBTHenFR-6VuegOlklE_w&nd=1&dlsi=bddf79da68c34744 FOLLOW LOOPCast: https://x.com/the_LOOPcast  https://www.instagram.com/the_loopcast/ https://www.tiktok.com/@the_loopcast https://www.facebook.com/LOOPcastPodcast Subscribe to Tom Across America: https://www.youtube.com/@TomAcrossAmerica250 Watch Tom Across America on Zeale: https://zeale.co/shows/tom-across-america Tom: https://x.com/TPogasic Erika: https://x.com/ErikaAhern2  Josh: https://x.com/joshuamercer All opinions expressed on LOOPcast by the participants are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of CatholicVote.

Scott Hahn joins Erika for a very special episode on politics, religion, and what it means to live well in our American “Babylon.” If you’ve ever felt torn between pursuing Christian holiness and the mess of politics, if you’ve ever felt uncomfortable being “too obviously Catholic” in public, this conversation is for you.Books & Resources:The First Society: The Sacrament of Matrimony and the Restoration of the Social Order, by Scott Hahn https://stpaulcenter.com/store/the-first-society-the-sacrament-of-matrimony-and-the-restoration-of-the-social-orderIt Is Right and Just: Why the Future of Civilization Depends on True Religion, by Scott Hahn and Brandon McGinley https://stpaulcenter.com/store/it-is-right-and-just-why-the-future-of-civilization-depends-on-true-religionCatholics in Exile: Biblical Wisdom for the Journey Home, by Scott Hahn and Brandon McGinley https://stpaulcenter.com/store/catholics-in-exile-biblical-wisdom-for-the-journey-homeThe St. Paul Center: https://stpaulcenter.comWatch The Deep on Zeale: https://zeale.co/podcasts/the-deep