The Patrick Madrid Show

Patrick Madrid opens this episode on the 25th anniversary of September 11th with a poignant audio montage that brings listeners back to the shock, loss, and bravery witnessed on that tragic day. First-hand stories from callers, along with Patrick’s own vivid memories, blend the immediacy of lived experience with the enduring grief and resilience that shaped a nation. Patrick reflects on how 9/11 changed the collective soul of Americans, highlights the acts of selfless courage, and keeps alive the importance of remembering the victims and the faith that sustained so many during those dark hours.   Audio: 9/11 Montage from Glen Beck - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G6_LcD4WRlA Audio: Compilation of historical 9/11 footage (The raw clips themselves were filmed by various news crews and bystanders on September 11, 2001) - https://x.com/SlimWiggy/status/2092095340744671362 (05:41) Audio: Brooke Jackan’s last voicemail to her family - https://x.com/realredsd/status/2097117791526490594/video/1?s=46 (18:18) Audio: 9/11 calls on 9/11 - https://x.com/realredsd/status/2097119687477735824/video/1?s=46 (19:57) Jeff - We need to remember there was a 4th plane headed for the White House that was taken over by people and crashed in Pennsylvania. Also, the people in New Brunswick Canada took care of stranded Americans. (22:16) Audio: Flight 93 call from flight attendant CeeCee Lyels -  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jo7VbSMECg4 (26:00) Audio: Katrina Mario’s husband Kenny was a fireman on 911 and he kissed his kids goodbye  - https://x.com/Francin28577060/status/2098096388324413542?s=20 (27:44)  , NYPD Officer Moira Smith, was killed helping guide people out of the south tower on 911 - https://x.com/NY1/status/2098154270562431429/video/1?s=46 (30:05) Anne Marie - I lived through 9/11 and could see people jumping from the top of the World Trade Center (37:26) Val - My son was an air traffic controller on 9/11 and he was told that all planes would divert to the nearest airports. (41:20)

Emotional testimonies pour in from survivors, first responders, and everyday people who recall the shock, fear, and community spirit that rose up in the aftermath of 9/11, sharing honest conversations about vulnerability, patriotism, and the enduring need for hope and prayer. Patrick highlights the complexities of grief, the heroism of those on the front lines, and the lasting lessons that continue to shape hearts and inspire renewed devotion.   Audio: British 911 survivor Janice Brooks, who escaped from the 84th floor of the South Tower, describes what it was like inside the building when United Airlines Flight 175 struck - https://x.com/Independent/status/2098125209576280365/video/1?s=46 (00:08) Anita - I was living in England on 9/11 and remember a phone call from my daughter that day. (02:11) Kathleen – I was in San Francisco and on my way to mass. I immediately thought it was an accident. At work we were all watching. I always go to Mass on this day.  (06:45) Michael – I was a NYC police officer during 9/11. (11:37) Cathy - I was outside close to the Pentagon on 9/11. I heard an explosion. (15:43) Audio: San Francisco flight attendant Betty Ong remembered as 9/11 hero https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G-5krYFvrdY (18:31) Patty - I am overwhelmed by how many firefighters died and also the volunteers that came who died. (21:53) Muriel - I worked at the World Financial Center. The bus could not get through and stopped by Battery Park. Driver said there was a fire at the Trade Center. Police also stopped me and I thought he was being overzealous, so I went anyway. (25:32) Kathleen - I was working at an Air National Guard base. We had police in Detroit there that day. We turned on TV, which is not something done at military base. Police raced back to check situation there. (28:44) Samuel - I really appreciate the conversation about 9/11. I am only 29 was only 4-years-old and in preschool. I am part of the last generation of people who remember. (33:02) John - I was across the river, and my parish lost a few members. Comment on dancing in the streets. I lost touch with a person because of this. (39:01) Audio: Palestinians CELEBRATED - https://x.com/michaeldickson/status/2098322789153268122 (41:36) Clare - My husband and I were in different states that day. I remember some people took advantage of the situation and increased gas prices (43:43) Francis - I was a flight attendant for American Airlines and did flight 77's route. I saw how this ruined people's lives. People I knew were on Pentagon flight. I had friends who were working that day. Were scattered after this. (47:45)

Patrick Madrid reflects on the 25th anniversary of 9/11 with heartfelt honesty, sharing personal memories, the enduring aftermath, and the faith that helps people endure tragedy. Callers from different walks of life recount where they were, how the events reshaped their lives, and moments when they turned back to prayer, confession, and faith in the face of suffering. In this hour, gratitude mingles with loss and questions about faith and unity in a changed world, while stories of courage, spiritual renewal, and raw emotion unfold.   Audio: Montage of 9/11 phone calls - https://x.com/SECNAV/status/2098371340684206469 (00:09) Joe - I was in Fort Lauderdale that morning. I remember being turned away from the airport and wasn't sure when I could get home. (03:05) Katie - I really appreciate this program. I appreciate the firsthand accounts I am hearing. This day personally affected me. I was raised Catholic but away from Church. This day tipped the scale for me coming back to faith. (06:42) Rolando - I wanted to say that a war veteran saved people from Morgan Stanley. He was in the South Tower. He told people to get at out and go down the stairs. People were singing God Bless America. He ran back in to get more people.  (08:51) Patrick shares some of the many emails received during the show today Audio: What happened on 911 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QGXrZsX_1fU (18:36) Mark - Is the Muslim religion a religion of peace or a religion of making problems? What is your perspective? (23:52) Jamie - I was pregnant and my son was born 2 months later. Now he is working at cyber security. (32:36) Ian - This event influenced my life, even though I was born after. I am active-duty US Military and can share some little-known facts about Flight 893. (35:16) Audio: Adam Carolla’s Land Acknowledgement - https://x.com/overton_news/status/2097831715200700801?s=20 (39:04) Mary - I was starting a new job at my local high school. We ran a day care for teens moms at the high school in Aurora, IL. We wanted to calm moms worried about their babies. Now those babies are young adults. (40:02) Michael - Not a US citizen. I was in Germany and at a conference. It felt eerie. (43:42) Matthew - We have to reflect on what we learned, and what is it that makes us weak and susceptible? How can we turn the culture away from evil, abortion, contraception, etc? (46:27) Gabbie - I was getting ready to go to work and saw this on TV. I was working for a Catholic Tour company.  (47:59) Michelle - I want to remember John O'Neill who worked for the FBI, he was the head of security of the Twin Towers, he knew something big was going to happen. He started this investigation on Al-Qaeda (49:31)

Patrick begins the episode with a thoughtful listener email about the challenges and frustrations of using AI platforms as a mental health practitioner, sparking a lively back-and-forth with Cyrus about technology, language choices, and the potential for both bias and trickery in artificial intelligence. The conversation widens to the reliability of online content, the dangers of deepfakes, and concerns about truthfulness in an era of rapidly advancing digital tools, all while listeners chime in with their own questions about Church history, faith, and how to respond to those who question Catholic teachings. Throughout, Patrick weaves in moments of humor, personal stories, and historical insights, creating an engaging and thought-provoking journey for listeners seeking clarity and encouragement.   Email – Why can a paid AI note-taking tool refuse a therapist’s request to use “husband,” “wife,” “he,” and “she” in her own couple notes, and who decides what language and information AI systems will or won’t allow? (01:19) John - Was St. Peter's Square used as an execution site during the days of the Roman Empire? (23:16) Elijah - What do you think about the downside of AI? Can't AI have a downside? (27:08) Andy - My question is about Jeremiah. Pagans are worshipping the 'Queen of Heaven'. Some accuse Catholics of worshipping Mary because of this in the Bible? How can I respond? (41:08) Richard - Do you agree that just voting for the sake of money is immoral? I think the War in Iran is a good example. (45:17)

Patrick explores timely questions about the intersection of faith, technology, and daily life, drawing listeners into conversations ranging from the ethical concerns surrounding AI and its potential influence on society, to the significance of prayer and sacraments in moments of spiritual need. Personal stories and heartfelt inquiries on birthdays, grief, and parish life invite both community and gratitude, while practical advice addresses the challenges facing those rediscovering or deepening their Catholic faith.   Fr. Jim (email) – Perhaps the knee-jerk negative reaction to AI is from all the movies and tv shows that show it in a negative light (01:20) Paul (email) - Today is the one-year anniversary of Charlie Kirk's murder. Were you planning to discuss that in any way? Victoria - What does a seven-year-old need to get first Holy Communion? Does my kid have to participate in the Church's family program before receiving the Sacrament? (07:11) Steve - I think AI seems fine in the cloud but if we give it hands and feet then that is when we could be in trouble. What do you think? (09:01) Joe - It is not all or nothing. I think that a fully automated airplane could be possible as long as pilot is still present. (22:54) Luis (email) - If only AI pilots a plane in the future there will be no pilots, of course the same can be said of all professions. Patrick in Central Valley - I am going back to OCIA. Could mosquitoes before the Fall have fixed genetic defects, but because of the Fall we get sick? (32:56) Kaylee - How does your family celebrate birthdays? (39:04) Debbie - My mom recently passed away. She was not Christian. What will happen to her soul? (43:27) Bob - Why haven't we heard anything about the religion of Dolly Parton or Lindsay Clancy? Phillip - When we pray, when we are out of the state of grace, does God hear our prayers? (47:44)

Patrick brings listeners an engaging mix of lighthearted banter, technology talk, and heartfelt faith questions, exploring issues ranging from deepfakes of Fulton Sheen to Catholic sacramental validity, the evolution of media standards, and personal struggles with comparison, envy, and faith. Callers share stories of worry, gratitude, doubt, and renewed hope while Patrick provides theology, encouragement, and practical wisdom rooted in the Catholic tradition. Through candid conversations, humor, and moments of vulnerability, Patrick inspires those longing for spiritual renewal and deeper trust in God’s love and mercy.   Audio: AI Bishop Sheen disagrees with Patrick Madrid (00:40) Toni - The wine at my parish had Elderberry in it. If the wine is illicit, then the host used for the consecration was also invalid? (07:02) Efrank - How come during Vatican II they allowed daily Mass? (11:40) Joe - Why do people use the name of God in vain on network TV? (15:09) Quick history on cursing and blasphemy being used on network television (21:01) Tiffany - How do you persevere in the faith if you find yourself struggling with a sin and bad habits? (27:15) Monique – Regarding the show Friends: One of the main script writers purposely put anti-Catholic stuff on the show. (37:23) Joseph - Catechism 10:33-36: It doesn’t say anything about Catholics dying without absolution would go to Hell. (38:29) Lorraine - How can I undo the wrong statement I said against the Lord? I want to correct it. (46:27)

Patrick begins the episode by addressing the importance of AM radio and encourages listeners to support its continued presence in vehicles, then shifts to discuss the growing trend of family estrangement fueled by social media ideologies. He explores questions about liturgical music, explains theological nuances in the sacraments and the creed, and provides heartfelt advice to callers wrestling with difficult family situations, especially around faith, baptism, and participation in non-Catholic ceremonies. Throughout, Patrick highlights real-life struggles with faith, generational divides, and the challenge of holding fast to Catholic principles amidst pressure to conform.   Patrick recommends the book, “No Contact” by Noelle Mering. Here’s Drew Mariani talking to Noelle Mering: https://relevantradio.com/2026/07/going-no-contact-with-noelle-mering/ (03:26) Paul - I am reading a book about sacred music. When Vatican II talks about Latin and Gregorian chant, are churches going against the Church when they don't use these? (13:15) Maria - Some prayers say in Baptism, “we die with Christ”. What does that mean? (21:56) Ron - How do I deal with the rebaptism of my teenage granddaughter? (27:29) Melodye (email) - Grandparents should attend the baptism to show love and keep family peace, even if they disagree, because that moment happens only once and staying away risks lasting estrangement. Dave - Is it wrong for me to go on pilgrimage versus spending the money to help people in my community? (40:34) Maria - I think that not attending the service gives the impression you don't care about the family. (46:51)

Patrick welcomes listeners to a heartfelt hour as callers share stories of faith, struggle, and decision-making in the face of family tension and serious illness. Deep emotions unfold as Maria expresses her pain about doing what she believes is right even when it threatens closeness with loved ones, while Cheryl seeks guidance on inviting her ailing brother back to prayer and church. Patrick offers scriptural encouragement and personal conviction about living with integrity, encouraging listeners to trust that even when faithfulness feels isolating, God walks with them through heartache.   Patrick continues his conversation with Maria from the end of the last hour about attending non-Catholic church services (01:44) Cheryl - What is a good book or comment to help my brother return to the faith? He is 70 and his health is failing. (20:22) Bill – Respectfully disagrees about attending non-Catholic services. (24:07) Sam - What is the difference between Ascension and Assumption? (42:00) Bill - What do you think about the FSSP? (44:28)

Patrick welcomes heartfelt calls from listeners grappling with faith, family boundaries, and spiritual renewal, highlighting moments of encouragement, struggle, and reconciliation. The episode features personal testimonies on loving family members while holding to Catholic convictions, overcoming anxiety through surrender to God, and the transformative power of persistent prayer. Questions about confession, intercessory prayer, church teachings, and authentic friendship in Christ surface throughout, offering listeners both comfort and clarity rooted in biblical wisdom.   Bethany - I just want to say that not being able to attend these weddings is the right decision. You will find friends in people that will respect your decisions. (00:30) Bella - I am an Orthodox Christian. What is the difference if the son is getting married and they both believe in Jesus Christ? Where is the sin here? (10:09) Kristin - I don't think that there is always a risk of not attending a wedding of a family member. I think that kids will appreciate the true witness eventually. (15:08) Christine - My 20-year-old son asked me why I need to go to a priest for Confession? How can I answer my son's question in a relevant way? (20:42) Why Confess Your Sins to a Fellow Sinner? - https://patrickmadrid.substack.com/p/why-confess-your-sins-to-a-fellow Rick - In CCC 2675, it talks about Mary and her cooperation with the Holy Spirit as an intercessor. How do I explain this to my non-Catholic family members? (27:51) Mary Ellen - What is the difference between diocesan and religious order priests? (32:56) Joseph – The Sacrament of marriage cannot be replicated, so we should honor it (39:03) George - What happens if I don't know if I have any sins when I go to confession? (45:39) Vito - Are there any stigmatics in modern day times? (48:41)

Patrick shares heartfelt reflections on aging, loss, and faith, recounting his father’s journey with Alzheimer’s and his mother’s cancer, while listeners call in to offer stories of love, hope, and spiritual endurance. The discussion explores lessons learned from sudden and gradual loss, the importance of preparation for life’s uncertainties, and the healing role of faith and community support. Through gratitude, vulnerability, and practical wisdom, Patrick connects deeply with those longing to return to a vibrant spiritual life, inspiring listeners to cherish every moment and recommit to prayer and reconciliation.   Patrick shares the pain and difficult journey many of us take as our parents get older (00:36) Barbara - My husband experienced what you are talking about. I was frustrated that I couldn't be there for him. Is there any counseling service in Church that would help these people? (18:14) Carol - Relevant Radio has brought me deeper in faith and what you are talking about is amazing. (22:52) Rhonda - What happens to your soul and body when you die? My mother-in law passed recently from Alzheimer’s. I believe things will get better. (26:40) Nancy - My situation with my mother for Alzheimer’s was not sad. My parents were married for 73 years. I saw it as a blessing. (35:33) Sandy - You recommended the ABC's of choosing a good husband. I got the book and gave it to my daughter. She had 3 objections. Can you help me address these? (41:35)

Patrick addresses questions from listeners on faith, Catholic traditions, and spiritual renewal, touching on topics like the meaning of relics, the trauma and lessons of 9/11, and the importance of family within the church community. He listens to heartfelt stories, offers guidance for those struggling to reconnect with their faith, and encourages every caller to seek spiritual growth, whether it involves returning to confession, talking through difficult memories, or supporting loved ones in their journey home to the church. Gratitude and compassion fill the air as Patrick creates a welcoming space where listeners find the encouragement and inspiration they need to move forward.   Alice - Why is it that Catholics appear to worship the dead? They have relics. (00:46) Betty Ann – There is a Pieta statue I want to buy, but Mary is touching the knee. I thought this was inappropriate. Should I avoid buying this statue? (06:56) AJ - I am Gen Z. What lessons can my generation learn from 9/11? (09:46) Patrick in Monterey, CA - What do you think of Churches who change pronouns for God during readings? (24:47) Jack - I love how you create a family atmosphere on your show. (26:56) Steve - I offered money for 1st class relics. They are bones and I put them on our mantle.  Is the mantle where they were sitting now a 3rd class relic? (30:54) Lynda - I was in NYC for 9/11. I wanted to let you know that 18 firemen in my neighborhood died. My neighbor's son died that day too. (33:45) Teri - My dad wasn't Catholic but became Catholic. Can he still have a Catholic burial? (38:23) Angela (email) - Regarding kneelers in church Gale - Can I attend a bar mitzvah? Can my Catholic brother give a blessing there? (46:54)

Patrick addresses heartfelt questions from callers grappling with challenges to their faith, loss, and family tensions, offering warm encouragement and practical advice rooted in Catholic teaching. He reflects on difficult topics like attending a non-Catholic grandchild’s baptism, the responsibility of godparents, and the pain of witnessing loved ones stray from the faith. Listeners also share stories of loss, caregiving, and rediscovering their spiritual path, prompting Patrick to emphasize conviction, compassion, and the enduring importance of prayer and presence.   Pete - My 3-year-old grandson was baptized a year ago. My son is going to rebaptize him in a Protestant Church. Is this ok? (00:32) Brian – Shouldn’t the parents get out of the way and let the kids raise their family their own way? (14:20) Patrick shares emails from listeners sharing their 9/11 experiences (20:13) Lisa (email) - My father died very suddenly leaving my mom in the midst of Alzheimer’s, and I was thrust into caring for her. It was one of the hardest years of my life. It was also one of the biggest blessings Elizabeth (email) - Your dad with Alzheimer’s is such a gift right now Alicia (email) - I slowly lost my parents as their health declined (my mom had Alzheimer's and my dad kidney failure) and dealing with their dying within four days of each other Miki (email) You mentioned in the past a book you wrote for girls and boys on finding the right spouse. John - What is the role of godparents in a situation where kids are rebaptized in another faith? (26:39) Monica - We are powerless when it comes to other people's decisions. It’s possible to find peace when divorce comes against your will (28:55) Carlos - My kids want to know how dinosaurs work their way into the bible which don't mention them in the creation story? Michael - Can a loved one see us from heaven? (33:22) James - What is your opinion on incorrupt saints' bodies? I heard Lenin's body is incorrupt. What is your opinion? (38:33) Jerry – The pastor at school would not allow children of gay parents to enroll in the school. Does the pastor have that prerogative? (40:33) Natalie - If you knew someone was coming to hurt your family, does that justify ending a child’s life so they would not be brutally murdered? (47:35)

Patrick threads together questions of Catholic identity, deep family ties, and unexpected moments from the news, moving from the evolution of the Baltimore Catechism to the nuance of Orthodox-Catholic liturgical participation and the tension of honoring parents amid religious shifts. In one breath, he sorts out canon law’s changes, in another, he walks with a teenager inching toward faith and wrestles with listeners' real-life struggles about justice and generosity in marriage. Fast-moving, raw, sometimes blunt, Patrick probes both doctrine and doubt within Church debates and cultural flashpoints, all while keeping an eye on the messier side of truth.   Fr. Gustavo López (email) - According to Article 47 of the 1970 Directory for the Application of Principles and Norms on Ecumenism, a Catholic for certain reasons could attend an Orthodox Sunday liturgy and it would fulfill his or her Sunday Obligation. That article was deleted when the Directory was revised in 1993; therefore, attending an Orthodox liturgy no longer fulfills a Catholic's Sunday obligation. (01:27) Matthew - Should the Baltimore Catechism have gone beyond the 60s and 70s? (06:24) Brady (email) – I’m 14 and want to get back into Church, but I don’t want to face criticism from my family Email - Are there passages from Sacred Scripture, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, or other Church documents that explain a husband's duties regarding family wealth, stewardship, and caring for his wife in a valid second marriage? (20:28) Audio: Fauci 2022: “I am very happy to testify before any congressional oversight committee. I have nothing to hide. I can explain and validate everything that I’ve done. - 30 - https://x.com/nataliegwinters/status/2082550593143611878 (35:14) Audio: Rand Paul -- “There will be repercussions to your refusal to testify today.” – 1min - https://x.com/overton_news/status/2082457710038036812?s=20 (36:07) Jim - Things were moving fast during COVID, and Fauci was doing the best that he could with what limited information he had. (37:20) Audio: JFK JR on Fauci having a Pulmonary Infarction after being vaccinated - https://x.com/overton_news/status/2082645786148446500/video/1?s=46 (44:58) Originally Aired on 07-30-2026

Patrick examines how the public’s trust unraveled during the COVID-19 pandemic, threading together raw stories of hospital reporting, misclassified deaths, frustrated teachers, and families caught off guard by shifting mandates. Honest voices hint at personal scars, especially in students’ behavior and anxiety, as Patrick questions how justice, forgiveness, and accountability might coexist when truth feels so scarce. Bureaucratic responses, ethical concerns, and the collision of hope with disappointment set the tone as he stirs reflection on what should change before the world faces another upheaval.   Joline - I went in for pneumonia and when I was discharged my paper said COVID. (00:59) Audio: History should remember how the unvaccinated were treated by these people – 2:15 - https://x.com/KellyLMcCarty/status/2082422837948662092 (09:14) Audio: Fauci "you're attacking science and the truth" when you attack Anthony Fauci – 20sec - https://x.com/mazemoore/status/2082475031100006446?s=20 Theresa - My husband died in 2020 and they put COVID on his death certificate, but he died from kidney failure. (12:24) Joe - I just want to chime in on the Covid death stats. I was working as state trooper during 2020. Autopsy said they had COVID yet clearly died in crash. Still listed as a COVID death. (14:39) Kate - My husband fell a few years ago and had to go to hospital. His lungs were clear but they put him as having COVID. (24:13) Sharon - I am an ICU nurse. I want to add that, yes, the doctors did write down COVID on death certificates. It is because hospitals like mine needed the money. (27:43) Nick - How can we let go about all the COVID stuff and forgive Fauci? I want to move on and forgive him. (33:28) Audio: US Government and Health Officials Lie about Covid Vaccine Preventing Transmission - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56nhx3UGm-4 (40:57) Liz - I'm a nurse, worked during the pandemic. Covid really broke the healthcare system and how we look at things. (44:22) Originally Aired on 07-30-2026

Patrick opens up the lines to COVID stories and raw memories, letting listeners share what the pandemic really cost or changed for them, with grief, disagreement, resilience, moments of unexpected grace, doubt, and faith all tangled together. This hour puts the spotlight on the struggles with mandates, medical ethics, and trust, touching on everything from family loss and confused protocols to the support of priests and the rediscovery of faith after years away. Tension fills the air alongside gratitude as Patrick keeps the conversation honest, moving from questions about authority to stories of surviving, searching, and starting again.   James - I am a registered nurse from San Antonio, TX. I remember being called in for hospice service. A gentleman who was dying did test positive for COVID, died 4 days later, but he was already dying of kidney failure. I feel like this was a gray area. (01:07) Mary - I'm and ER nurse. I saw all the horror of COVID. (04:52) Nancy - A year ago, I discovered Relevant Radio. You helped me come home to the Catholic Church. (09:18) Liz - I was vaccinated and got COVID four times. The last time it affected my lungs. (17:24) Tim - I work from home exclusively. My job was threatened if I didn't take the COVID vaccine even though my job was remote. (21:10) Audio: Trust the science montage - https://x.com/adamcarolla/status/2082812509443240071/video/1 (25:37) Joanne - The corruption during covid was terrible. (30:37) Melissa – My husband was a government worker, and he was sent home for two months before quitting because he refused to get vaccinated (33:56) Patrick shares some of the many emails that have come in today in response to Fauci, COVID and the overwhelming bullying to push the vaccine (38:07) Elizabeth - I'm a Canadian citizen living in USA. Fauci had caused a lot of terrible things, affected my own family. Brother arrested because he was not vaccinated. (46:03) Originally Aired on 07-30-2026

Patrick steers the conversation toward faith and family, weighing how Catholic teaching shapes the heart, while unexpected memories of '70s rock bands surface alongside stories of conversion and ancient cathedrals humming with tourists. He addresses questions of burial practices, disability access at Mass, and whether evangelizing actually puts more souls at risk, throwing these thoughts together with humor and a human touch. Listeners get honesty and plenty of surprise as Patrick moves from worn church pews to the sounds of Van Halen, never staying in one lane for long.   Jody (email) – How can I convince my husband to become Catholic? (00:42) Dominic - What are your thoughts on St. Patrick's in NY. Mass is going on while tourists are going through. (07:58) Bruce - It is hard for us to get a ride to church as two blind people. People view us as a liability. (17:11) Nancy (email) – Question about science and colonoscopies (22:05) Marianne (email) - Cremation vs Burial Daniel (email) - I have tried numerous times Not To Go directly before the altar however each time I enter, I feel very strongly called and drawn to approach the altar and take one knee to genuflect. It's a feeling I cannot shake no matter what when I enter a church or chapel. Danny (email) – Why do we evangelize when more people could be saved without evangelization? (46:21) Originally Aired on 08-10-2026

Patrick opens with hard-hitting questions on salvation and evangelization, confronting listeners with challenging truths from Scripture about who really enters heaven. He weaves a vivid analogy likening salvation to hitting a dartboard’s center, pressing the urgency of embracing the Catholic faith fully and honestly wrestling with its demands. Addressing topics from holy death and prayers for the dead to reverence at Mass and the nuances of valid Catholic marriage, Patrick moves fast, never shying from uncomfortable realities or pressing listeners to think deeper about their journey.   Email - Why do we evangelize when more people can be saved without evangelization? (00:38) Diane - I pray for the holy souls all the time. Is it wrong for me to pray for mine and my husband's soul since no one else will? (13:22) Joe - I think it is appropriate to genuflect before the Tabernacle. I am assuming there is no Church stance on this, so it is an opinion issue. (23:07) Carol – What is your opinion on the necessity of the convalidation of a marriage later in life after 36 years of marriage? I’m trying to return to Church. (30:49) Patrick in Florida - I had a mass offered for my father this weekend. They only mentioned his name in the prayers of the faithful. Does this count as indeed being offered for him? (47:19) Originally Aired on 08-10-2026

Patrick fields questions that range from how to keep the Sunday Mass obligation while traveling for a wedding, to the confusion surrounding confessing sins by number and type or with personal detail. He encounters raw marital crises, addressing the pain of separation and the search for healing in couples teetering between annulment and reconciliation, all while balancing obedience to Church authority about liturgical changes like communion rails. Unexpected turns arise— sometimes compassion intertwines with hard truths—reminding listeners that faith roots itself in humility, perseverance, and the willingness to offer personal struggle as prayer.   Scott - My wife and son are flying back Sunday from Guatemala. There’s a wedding on Saturday afternoon and they can't go to the vigil mass. What can they do about their Sunday obligation? (01:05) Aaron and Amelia – Can children use number and kind for confession? How can I better prepare my children for confession? (05:28) Caleb - My wife saw another man while we were temporarily separated and is now looking for an annulment. (20:07) Mary (email) – Our pastor made an announcement saying that a bishop had visited the church and told them they could no longer use the communion rail to distribute communion. (34:58) Rick - I went through a marriage and sought an annulment because our deacon said we needed a 'lack of form' annulment to invalidate the house marriage (41:01) John - Do we know who wrote the book of Hebrews in the Bible? (44:57) Kate - Both of my parents divorced three times. The Devil can come to you in a pretty way and with nice words. (45:55) Joe - Whole family had an encounter with Christ while sister-in-law was dying and had last rites. Originally Aired on 08-10-2026

Patrick explores pressing listener questions about Catholic practices, why posture at Mass matters, and what true unity looks like when traditions shift unexpectedly. Scriptural references and personal stories fuel a wide-ranging exchange on receiving Communion with the right preparation, the impact of Church history on faith, and facing challenges from Jehovah’s Witnesses or Mormons at the door. Those conversations stretch from investigating the label “Roman Catholic” to untangling misunderstandings about the sacraments, all while encouraging listeners to keep pursuing clarity and reverence in their faith journey.   Kip (email) - As a cradle Catholic who has always knelt in reverence after the Lamb of God, I was so disturbed by the complete lack of kneeling and overall irreverence during the Liturgy of the Eucharist at a new parish I tried yesterday that it felt like a Protestant service and has left me convinced such practices are eroding belief in Christ’s true presence in the Eucharist and leading the flock astray. (00:46) Mark - I thought that being born again was enough. Why do I need 7 sacraments? (05:21) Dan - You gave me research to do on the early Church, and I now agree with you. Can you give me details on Linus, Cletus and Clement? (20:46) Kathy - How do I deal with Jehovah's Witnesses? Also thank you for the advice you gave me 2 months ago. (37:59) Rafael - Why are we referred to as Roman Catholics? Originally Aired on 07-27-2026

Patrick opens the lines to questions on everything from the nuances of calling oneself Catholic versus Roman Catholic, to the thorny spaces of marriage, conversion, and sacramental life when couples move at different speeds. He moves between callers wrestling with Protestant arguments on faith and works, personal battles with divorce, haunting memories of abortion, and even speculation about the glorified resurrected body and incorrupt saints. Unexpected candor and tension ripple beneath discussions as Patrick brings clarity and hope, offering listeners both practical steps and spiritual encouragement.   Patrick continues his conversation with Rafael from the previous hour about by we are referred to as “Roman Catholics” Rick - I had a discussion with a Protestant and quoted James about faith and works. He said that the Book of James was just for the Jews and not for non-Jewish people. (06:21) Deidra - I heard your comment about the Holy Ghost. When 120 disciples were up in the upper room, they had the power to speak in tongues but didn’t have power to heal. People don’t speak in tongues anymore. (10:34) Jake - Why is a couple forced to be married in the Church if both are Catholic, but if only one is Catholic they are not required to be married in the Church? (16:56) Juan – My wife had an abortion many years ago and I still have guilt (33:52) Stuart - What are the anatomical features of the resurrected body? (40:01) Don - Encourages the last caller to not go through divorce and to stick it out (46:17) Originally Aired on 07-27-2026

Patrick explores the blessings and struggles Catholic families encounter, from moms torn between income and being with their kids to the Church’s teachings about burial, relics, and sacramental marriage. He answers questions on choosing faith-driven paths in a world of mixed messages, why certain Church practices matter, and how civil law interacts with belief. Through vivid stories and heartfelt exchanges, Patrick reveals how grace and patience thread through ordinary days, rooting people in hope even as life gets messy.   Carmen (email) - You really think it's ok for a mom to quit her job and go on food stamps so the family can live on her husband's income? Wouldn't you think this would be a reason to limit family size using NFP, rather than going on welfare? (00:38) Rose - Why do bodies need to be buried? What’s wrong with cremation and keeping the ashes? (03:30) John - What is the reason we pray the prayer of St. Michael at the end of Mass? (09:32) Donna - How is it that the Catholic church makes relics out of the bodies of the Saints and spreads the body parts across the world? (10:53) Fred – Women should stay home and raise the family. Let your husband take care of the bills. (13:04) Scott - What is the definition of marriage? (15:08) Steffanie - I stopped teaching so I can be with my third baby. It’s not easy. (24:50) Stacy - Are priests not doing a good job warning people about going to hell? (30:22) Katherine - My son and daughter-in-law are meeting with the priest about becoming Catholic. During a recent meeting, the priest said he can go to confession (about marrying civilly) and go to Holy Communion. Would he be compounding sin upon sin? (40:45) Annette - I was looking for a new car, and a great surprise came through! (44:54) Michelle - I would like all parents to know that when kids are noisy at Mass, I am not bothered at all. The fact that there are there is a blessing and a joy (48:07) Lory - Stay at home moms: I was able to do that also. I had my own business and I was able to bring them with me. So many people told me that I should put my kids in day care. (49:57) Originally Aired on 07-27-2026

Patrick fields questions on everything from distinctions between mortal and venial sin to the practical fears and joys of raising a large Catholic family, weaving scriptural references and personal anecdotes throughout. Deep sincerity and humor mix as Patrick responds to commentary about Catholic Bible translations, rituals at Mass, the role of priests—even when they're in mortal sin—and cultural phenomena like “The Chosen,” urging listeners to keep Scripture at the center. One moment lingers on trust in God’s providence for growing families; another, on tuning out the clatter of criticism directed at the Pope and Church, offering practical encouragement grounded in lived faith.   Bridget (email) - Isn't every sin mortal? (00:49) Trisha (email) – What’s a good solid Catholic bible? (06:21) Peter – Is it true that the USCCB said no more bells should be rung during Mass. Can't be right...also, when did Christianity start? (09:42) Max - Wife and I recently had a baby and we are discussing NFP. We want a big family. Where is the line between prudence and selfishness? (11:35) Gabriel - My wife and I had 7 seven kids within 8.5 years. I want to share my perspective in relation to this current call! (24:09) Dustin - As a Catholic, is watching The Chosen going to influence our take on the Bible in a negative way or positive way? (28:51) Kurt - Wondering about the Eucharist: if the priest is in mortal sin, is he able to consecrate the host? Is it the priest or Christ consecrating the host? (37:20) Terry – The priest today had all the children come up near the altar after the eucharistic prayer and he explain everything to them. (42:40) Originally Aired on 07-17-2026

Patrick offers insight on tough family situations, Catholic apologetics, forgiveness, and faith struggles, switching from serious to humorous in a heartbeat. He answers questions about estrangement, church controversies, the afterlife, and overcoming regret. Wisdom, encouragement, and relief land side by side as Patrick fields anxious callers, breaks down doctrine, and finds laughter in the ordinary.   Jennifer - Please recommend a Bible for 17-year-old nephew who has had no religious formation. I’m feeling inspired but need advice. (00:42) Ben - 1 Corinthians 2:16: St. Paul says we have the mind of Christ. What does that mean? (06:18) Lee (email) – You guys think you’re so funny (12:22) Jan - Can you recommend a book or program for high school boys to teach them to become men through a Catholic lens? (16:23) Ellie (email) - You took a call this morning from a gentleman who asked if the Hindu religion is older than Christianity and you said, yes, it is, but big deal. You also frequently remind us of the chronology of Catholicism vis-a-vis the umpteen Protestant denominations and you emphasize that, look, Catholicism is older than all of those others. Why, then, don't you say that Hinduism is older than Catholicism, so maybe Hinduism is on to something? I guess what I'm asking is, how can we have it both ways? How can we dismiss everything that came after Catholicism but we don't dismiss Catholicism which came after Hinduism? (22:45) Jose - My brother drifted away from Church. He sends me daily devotionals, but they don't agree with our Faith.  How should I handle this? (27:55) Lori (email) – Is it OK to go to a free clinic that is operated by a mosque? (32:03) James - A friend said if you die, you cannot be judged or go to heaven or hell because Jesus hasn't come back yet, so where do they go in the meantime? (37:47) AC (email) - How can I finally forgive myself for yelling at and spanking my oldest son too much as a young, unsupported mother with a controlling husband, despite his forgiveness, my therapy, confessions, life improvements, return to faith, and prayers that only bring temporary relief before triggers return? (43:09) Originally Aired on 07-17-2026

Patrick answers questions from callers wrestling with faith differences in marriage, the boundaries of attending non-Catholic services, and Catholic teachings on prayer and the Mass. Humor and warmth cut through discussions of Adventist-Catholic divisions, the meaning of church bells, and why prayers matter even when God already knows the outcome.   Jane - Husband grew up 7th Day Adventist and still attends, and he wants me to go with. Is that okay, since he also goes with me to Mass on Sunday? (00:32) Chuck - I was diagnosed with prostate cancer and every test I kept hearing the Keep Going guy and Jesus I trust in You. (14:42) Diane - Is it okay for the priest not to say the Gloria and Creed in daily masses and is that the same for the weekend masses? (19:56) Anne - Can loved ones who have died see what we are going through? Should we pray for or to them for intercession? (22:28) Jesus - I think you could also say 'Sigue Adelante' for Spanish translation of Keep Going! (28:51) Kathy - We had 7th Day Adventists who were the nicest neighbors. We need to get to know the individual. We shouldn’t discourage the woman from attending her husband’s church. (31:23) Pat - If a bishop is going against canon law, does the priest still have an obligation to obey him? (33:11) Andrew - I was asked to play at a Lutheran Church. I'm Catholic, so would that be scandalous? (40:55) Elly - Why do the Church bells ring? (45:29) Dan - I know God answers in his own time, but I wonder if God is going to do what he wants to do anyway, why should we keep praying? (48:03) Originally Aired on 07-17-2026

Patrick takes the microphone to wrestle with questions about church authority, faith, and conscience, addressing misconceptions about Catholic teaching on salvation and exploring the tension between so-called legalism and a genuine relationship with God, using analogies from family rules to traffic laws. He fields raw listener dilemmas, from marital struggles to the odd presence of a Buddha statue, and traces the roots of priestly ordination through history, threading wisdom from saints and scripture through each exchange. In every moment, he leans into the messiness, persistent in pursuit of clarity and truth.   Ken (email) – It’s sad to hear the bad information you gave to a little kid (00:48) Email - What's the best way to respond to a "non-denominational" (which just sounds like another domination) Christian who gives the usual relationship vs religion/legalism argument against the Catholic Church? Sylvia (email) - Is it okay according to my church to separate from my husband of 26 years after 10+ years of no intimacy, his suspected cheating and possible attraction to men that disturbs my close relationship with God, when I only stayed for financial reasons, am tired of the lies, and now prioritize my faith at age 57? (19:31) James (email) – What should I do with this Budda statue? Ceci (email) - Is it true that each priest is able to trace their ordination lineage back to the Apostles? (39:30) Martin (email) - What is the higher good? Obeying one's conscience (and who gets to decide at what point the conscience is well-formed??) or obeying authority? I am thinking right now in particular of the situation with the SSPX. Originally Aired on 07-16-2026

Patrick welcomes questions about everything from liturgical norms like kneelers and communion bread to sticking with faith during family tensions or parish controversies, moving from one topic to the next with candor. He responds to concerns about traditional Catholic practices, the decisions of bishops, and challenges posed by ideologically driven parishes or universities, often linking personal anecdotes to broader church issues. Conversations veer from stories about music and shopping malls to tough moments like protecting an aging parent or upholding Church teaching in complex family situations.   Derek (email) – Which version of the Ave Maria do you use on the show? The answer is Aria. (01:20) Joe – SSPX: Why is the Pope excommunicating more traditionalist bishops of SSPX and not dealing with the current more liberal bishops? (06:35) Joshua - What do you think about the malls being obsolete, when amazon is taking over as the new mall? (12:51) Carlos - I didn't go to my daughter’s wedding because it was not a Catholic wedding. Is it okay if I go visit her and her husband now? (15:32) Maria - A local Jesuit University has some interesting practices in the mass, like referencing God as He or Lord with God. Does that invalidate the mass? (21:38) Mary Ellen - Am I allowed to visit family who got 'married' in a gay relationship, and stay under their roof? (28:18) Thomas - I just left a Catholic Church without kneelers. How do you say the Mass without kneeling? Also, the Eucharist was a cube that maybe had sugar in it. (31:44) Sherry - My mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. She was called and agreed to a visit from Mormons. They are stepping over boundaries. What to do. (46:25) Originally Aired on 07-16-2026

Patrick examines everything from the use of kneelers at Mass and the history of the Latin rite to misunderstandings about the Traditional Latin Mass and ongoing arguments over tradition and change. He fields heartfelt questions on Eucharistic validity, responds to calls about family suffering, defunct churches turned into mosques, and tensions stirred by new Catholic movements. At every turn, Patrick grounds each response in Church teaching, brings historical clarity, and offers hope to listeners wrestling with confusion or grief.   Richard (email) – Can’t we kneel without kneelers? (00:27) James (email) - Would it be fair to say that the SSPX has made an idol of the form of the Mass, that is, the Traditional Latin Mass (TLM) form? (01:54) Christy - Son married a pro-SSPX woman who says the Catholic Church is trying to get rid of the Latin mass. (05:24) Andy – At a Redemptoris mater seminary the eucharist is in the form of a cube (11:49) Haydee - My dad just passed away, and he wanted his ashes scattered. I was against this, but my sisters are going through with it. Is it okay to participate with them? (18:02) Martin - I am currently going through a civil divorce and need guidance on how to handle this from a spiritual and Catholic perspective. (23:45) Wayne – My parish closed during Covid and is now being sold to become a Mosque. What do you think of this? (38:36) Thomas - Invalidity of Eucharist on the matter (41:20) Eric - Our diocese is trying to establish the Neo-catechumenal way of tearing off bread for the Eucharist. (43:13) Originally Aired on 07-16-2026

Patrick welcomes questions that reach from Catholic faith and science, like connecting Adam and Eve to evolution, to family struggles over a loved one joining a zealous group, and the emotional weight of defending Church teachings with clarity and love. Listeners voice worries about things such as white wine in the chalice, hydration for a fading parent, and even dogs in the pews, while Patrick responds with practical wisdom, heartfelt encouragement, and resources to keep faith at the center. Unexpected, sometimes touching, always honest.   Mike - My daughter is learning about evolution. She is trying to square how evolution and Adam and Eve came about? (00:31) Joe - My wife is starting to leave the Church. She has joined another denomination. How do I defend the faith and prove their flaws. (11:51) Colleen - Sunday Mass, I took the precious blood. I saw in the chalice before I consumed it, and it was white wine. Is that the incorrect matter to use? (27:44) Amy - I help teach OCIA. I was a convert myself. There is a little antagonism when you get closer and closer to coming to Church. (33:30) Jackie – My 96-year-old mom had a stroke. She vomits when she takes water. She doesn't want extraordinary means to stay alive. Is withholding IV from her a sin? (42:30) Rose - What is your stance on regular pets in Church during Mass? (48:37) Originally Aired on 07-24-2026

Patrick invites listeners into unexpected territory as he tackles questions on Catholic prayer translations, parish life challenges, family suffering, and the place of laypeople in spiritual warfare. An unsettling story about artificial intelligence escaping its digital boundaries brings a technological twist to the conversation while listeners share heartfelt calls about faith, confusion, and finding solid ground when facing loss. Thought-provoking exchanges stretch from the mysteries of guardian angels to the unsettling rise of sentient machines.   James (email) - Why is the "Glory Be" in the Divine Office different from the classical version?  Why hasn't the Church sought to standardize it?  Sometimes I get looks from people who have never heard that version. (00:30) Agatha - I earnestly ask questions at church, and I caused scandal for reasons I don’t understand. (03:33) Susanna – What liberation prayers can a lay person pray, and which ones should I stay away from? (15:23) Barbara - I had a 63-year-old sister with down syndrome. She could not swallow. Priest said she could not express her wishes, and it was okay for God to take her. (22:23) Janice - I think its urgent for her to put in the IV because God is calling her home. (26:51) Bennett (12-years-old) - What happens to your guardian angel after you die? (32:21) Gabriel - Are exorcist’s prayers good say, since they have experience in that? There is a prayer book with liberation prayers for lay people. (38:48) Mary - A friend of mine died in-home hospice. Towards the end, she was forced to eat and drink. The hospice nurse gave a beautiful explanation. (44:08) OpenAI’s models hacked into Hugging Face on their own (46:48) Originally Aired on 07-24-2026

Patrick answers questions on guardian angels, prayers for those who left the faith, and whether grace can reach those closed off from it. He responds to lively debates on church customs, biblical mysteries like Lazarus’s age, and the classic rivalry between Tolkien’s epic and C.S. Lewis’s Narnia, letting callers’ passions shape the flow. Music talk, real-life marriage milestones, and concerns for pro-life centers in California thread through spirited exchanges that move from deep Catholic doctrine to the simple joy of a catchy tune.   Sheila (email) - Can I ask the guardian angels of my grown children (who have left the faith) to attend Mass and pray for them, and if so, what grace would result and could it still reach and affect them even if they are not open to it? (00:40) Daniel – Genuflecting (08:14) Deidra - There are two types of repenting: repenting every day and repenting and be baptized. We need both. (10:35) John - Do we know how old Lazarus was when Jesus raised him from the dead? (12:46) Doug – On Friday, the Archbishop of San Francisco wrote a piece about suing the abortion reversal pill (13:58) Nathaniel - What is better, LOTR or the Chronicles of Narnia? (20:57) Richard - I read the LOTR books and saw the movies. The movie was a bit of a letdown but I still loved them. The Narnia books fantastic. Andy - I want to know what is penal substitution and is it something Catholics believe? (34:13) Dave - For Nathaniel, Narnia Christian themes much more obvious but LOTR themes are deeper, more complex. I think both are excellent. (39:12) Ronnie - I want to encourage other married people not to give up on their spouse and try to make it better. Divorce is not the answer. (49:15) Originally Aired on 08-03-2026

Patrick takes listener questions on everything from cremation and relics to the practicalities of annulments and maintaining gratitude within parish life, all while weaving in scriptural roots and clear, approachable Catholic teaching. He answers with straightforward advice for handling marriage complexities, faith discussions with non-Catholic family, and screening media for kids, offering his own reflections as a practicing Catholic. Plentiful encouragement and real-life examples flow throughout, with the conversation shifting swiftly from doctrine to day-to-day encouragement and resources.   William (email) - Would the Church have a mass for the deceased if they knew the ashes we not going to be interned but spread out somewhere? (00:59) Jim (email) - As a resident of Massachusetts and a member of Massachusetts Citizens for Life I want to thank you for standing up for the unborn, especially in light of the recent legislation passed in the Commonwealth. Thank you for speaking so clearly and directly about the barbaric and unthinkable act of ending the life of a fully developed unborn baby. You courageously shed light on the gravity and magnitude these actions have on those perpetrating them including Governor Healey. I pray she listens to your show, but wouldn't count on it. Maybe one day! (02:30) Angela (email) - Listener responses unfairly implied the woman wanted recognition for her generous gift rather than a simple thank-you for an act of kindness, a courtesy priests should model and that I, too, have been denied. Miriam (email) - 1. I believe you've previously said that there will be food in heaven. But will we get hungry? I assume we won't, but if we don't, will the food taste as good to us as it would if we were ravenous?  2. Christ was a Jew. But at any point in time did He become a Christian? And if so, when? And if not, why not? Rodney - What Scripture supports spreading saints body parts around as relics? (11:46) Antoinette - They are building a Mormon Church adjacent to my backyard. Can I put a Relevant Radio banner on my fence. Would this be a good idea? (19:37) Margie - I was married in the Church, got divorced and did not get an annulment. My second husband passed. Priest said I didn't need annulment. Is this true? (23:50) Tom - My wife was married outside of the Church. Do we need an annulment? (26:52) Kevin (email) – What is a good resource for screening kids’ books through a Catholic lens? (38:23) Molly - Can we pray the Rosary and make our own mysteries up? Is that a sin? (41:46) Lucas - I went through the annulment process last year and wanted to encourage people that it is worth it. (43:41)

Patrick moves through questions of faith, morality, and the unsettling intersections of Catholic tradition and modern confusion—grappling with everything from Islamic symbols on Catholic gravestones to the troubling logistics of in vitro fertilization and the subtle manipulation wafting through social media campaigns against data centers. He considers the uneasy presence of convicted criminals on parish grounds and peels away the surface of everyday choices, whether in entertainment or in regular Confession, tracing each back to conscience and personal responsibility. Quietly, beneath it all, Patrick threads a sense of urgency: stay awake, stay honest, keep questioning even when comfort tempts retreat.   Mary (email) - A headstone appeared next to my brothers in a Catholic cemetery with the Islam symbol of a crescent moon and star and no images representing Christianity. (00:35) Jeff - My family is very pro-Catholic, but they don’t understand why Catholicism is against invitro fertilization (IVF). How can I explain this to them? (03:55) Earl (email) – We have a pedophile that had recently been released from prison living on church grounds. (12:04) X finds Chinese bot farm of 200,000 accounts influencing American politics against data centers - https://x.com/EricLDaugh/status/2093139809346658523?s=20 (18:31) Kate - Why is it necessary to go to Monthly or weekly Confession? (31:45) Mary - The Data Centers create a lot of light pollution and take from farmland. (36:21) Kiwi (email) - The Ron Swanson frozen yogurt audio reminded me of a question I have for you. I love the show Parks and Rec, but there were a couple of episodes where they mocked God/Christianity. Since then, I feel guilty whenever I watch the show. Am I being too scrupulous about it, or are we in general supposed to avoid shows, or any entertainment material for that matter, at one point mocked God. (39:46) Catherine - Pride is a capital sin and is far worse than a venial sin. You are wrong. (44:54)_ Elli (email) - If a person who committed murder is found not guilty by reason of insanity, where does he/she go at end of life?

Patrick explores Catholic teaching through real-life dilemmas, questions, and stories from listeners, highlighting everything from marriage annulments and sacramental discipline to the emotional truth of end-of-life and abortion topics. Amid calls about faith, relics, ministry roles, and conscience, he brings doctrine close to the messiness of daily life, threads personal testimonies with practical wisdom, and blends theological clarity with encouragement for those wrestling with their own situations. Tradition, candid dialogue, and human experience all collide as listeners and Patrick wrestle with what it means to do the right thing.   Mary Jane (email) – I’m remarrying and my future husband is not Catholic (01:14) Lena - My sister wants to touch a necklace with her husband's ashes in it to a relic. (06:38) Michael (email) - Here are two fantastic movies to add to your up-and-coming movies to watch list Jim - How can I donate to the church and have the proceeds go to the neediest? (09:58) Beatrice – I had pre-mature child and it’s beautiful to watch them grow. Each child fights for every breath and they have a desire to live (15:18) Marie (email) - I don't know why you always say, "I'm talking to you Catholics," that doesn't matter with other religions to get remarried after divorce. The rule applies to ALL people not to get remarried after divorce unless the first marriage was invalid. (21:13) Jerry – Why the center of the Church became Rome (22:54) Mark - Respecting life and why people rationalize the end-of-life issue (25:03) Tony – Mental state for mortal sin (28:47) Grace - if you are minister of care, why can’t you also be eucharistic minister? (39:24) Stuart - What if parents did not bring up kids to the faith and feel guilty later on. Are they responsible for their children’s decisions? (43:49) Joanne - If you commit adultery but go to confession, do you need to tell the ex-spouse you committed adultery?

Patrick opens with a chaotic scene: parents outside a California school bus, one shattering a window in desperation after the children wait inside for an hour, the driver following strict protocol while emotions ignite on both sides. He moves between parent outrage, drivers’ candid explanations, and stories from listeners, drawing out the tension of trust, safety, and responsibility in everyday life. Voices clash and intertwine as Patrick explores the blurred boundary where authority, fear, and instinct collide.   Mother smashed the window of a school bus and crawled through the window after the driver wouldn't let the kids out in California. - https://x.com/ExxAlerts/status/2092656313641955786 (01:01) Samuel - I am a school bus driver in California. When we first pick up kids at the school the bus driver is absolutely responsible for the kid. When kid jumped out the window, we have to notify dispatch. (11:39) Martin – I’m a school bus driver. School bus is treated the same as the school as far as property. No one is going to break a window of a school. (21:14) Patrick shares some of the many emails that have come in with comments about the bus driver and the mom who broke the window to get into the bus Matt - I have a friend who is waiting on two annulments. The Church is withholding Baptism until the annulments are approved. (39:07) Richard (email) – Does the New Testament forbid the eating blood food products? (41:50) Rebecca - If there is any historical evidence from when Pope Peter's authority went to the second pope? (45:51)

Patrick answers questions that spiral from halal dietary practices and biblical references to the surprising origins of indulgences and the nuances of detachment from sin. Alongside spirited exchanges about feast days, the roots of the Church in Rome, and the difference between supernatural and preternatural, personal and touching stories surface. Faith’s everyday grit meets thoughtful explanations as Patrick connects with listeners in ways both thoughtful and unexpected.   Paul (email) - Can you clarify how your conversation regarding animals Peter says are OK to eat, and how Halal meat might differ in the way the animal is killed. Isn't Halal killing a sacrifice? (00:30) Alex (email) - Why is the Catholic Church headquartered in Rome, even though Jesus lived and died in the Middle East? (07:31) Patrick in Central California (email) - How can 1 John 1:5 say God is light with no darkness in Him when Exodus 20:21 and 1 Kings 8:12 describe Him dwelling in thick darkness? Travis - There are different feasts for different saints. How should we celebrate a saint's feast day? (18:02) Matt - What does it mean to be detached from all sin? (24:13) Mark - Is there a point in which the pursuit of indulgences could become sinful? (30:46) Maria - Who created indulgences? Are they in the Bible? (36:52) Maria - Is there any way I can get a physical copy of the 'Keep Going' album? I want to get a copy for my husband. (39:51) Val - What re Preternatural gifts? Can you explain what this term means vs supernatural? (46:37)

Patrick explores Catholic doctrine’s nuances, from purgatory, prayers for the dead, and the Church’s teaching on sin and penance, while answering real questions from listeners about family, faith, and moral dilemmas. Catholic identity, civic responsibility, and responses to pro-abortion policies intersect with personal stories of loss, hope, and conversion. He weaves in music talk, estate planning, and glimpses of daily spiritual life, moving quickly from scripture to analogies that make doctrine feel immediate and alive.   Joshua - If someone isn't Catholic, how do they make it through Purgatory? (00:36) James - What do you mean by Penance in regard to an indulgence? (07:36) Brandon – What’s an Al Green documentary and noticed that the Catholic service is quieter and more reverent than the Evangelical service. What is your take? (11:02) Theresa - Someone who called yesterday mentioned they were a Pope Pius Catholic. We must be obedient. (16:45) Doug - What about the Gov. of Massachusetts signing a bill that would allow abortion up to birth into law? How does this square with obedience to the Church? (21:53) Maria - My son's girlfriend did NOT ABORT! Thank you for your advice for them to move forward with their new baby. The baby lived for 15 min, was baptized, and then he passed. (28:18) Patrick shares emails from James and Doug Lucy (email) - Do you think it is reasonable for a husband and wife to take a pilgrimage to Italy without their children, and if so, what arrangements would you recommend to make sure the children are well cared for and that we can travel with peace of mind? (40:11)

Patrick answers real questions from listeners, blending Catholic teaching with down-to-earth advice on everything from why animals suffer to whether pets might greet us in heaven. In quick exchanges, he weaves themes of faith, loss, generosity, and the tug between raising children and affording Catholic education; sometimes, the show jumps from tears to laughter over Pop-Tarts or the bittersweet warmth of Dolly Parton's memory. He doesn’t shrink from complexity, moving between phone calls, theology, and the quirks of daily life with a rhythm that’s both unpredictable and deeply human.   John (Email) - What is the Catholic Church Doctrine or teaching about why must animals, or in this case our beloved pet, be made to suffer? And, will God allow our Pets into heaven? (00:55) Catherine - You mentioned NFP a few weeks ago. How can we be open to life while providing a Catholic education for our current children? (11:39) Patrick in NJ - I went to Confession and my sin was omission. The priest told me giving money to the poor is the same as giving them cigarettes and alcohol. (19:19) Lucy - I think God can use our pets to teach us faith and obedience. I think it is not that God allows animals to suffer, it is Him using animals to show us how to suffer and how to live. (25:39) Laurie - I would encourage women to see being open to life as an inspiration from God. I am a mother of 7, and I have yet to hear someone wish they didn't have the number of kids they had. I hear more people wish they had more. (29:09) Paulette - You were just talking about animals going to heaven. I thought your cat would be with you in heaven if you needed it to be. I heard this from a priest. (32:05) Patrick and Cyrus remanence about Dolly Parton (37:43) Raul - Is the Angel of The Lord Jesus or just interceding for people on earth? (47:34)

Patrick opens the phones to pressing questions from listeners, ranging from the biblical foundation of venerating saints and the meaning of adoration for children, to the thorny issue of honoring public figures whose values clash with Catholic teaching. He fields heartfelt stories about family, faith, loss, and the afterlife, tossing in advice on breaking anxious thought patterns and offering clarity on the difference between Greek mythology and Christianity for curious kids.   Raul – Is venerating saints biblical? (00:30) Mary - I was reading a book on Dolly Parton. She was one of 13 who grew up extremely poor. Being very poor doesn't diminish the impact you could have on the world. (02:19) Johnny - I am listening to Cyrus glorify Dolly Parton. What are your thoughts on her promoting pride month and gay people? She led people to continue on in her sin. Does God love those in hell? (03:28) Christian (email) - All this talk about Lindsay Clancy has stirred up a question… (10:05) Ann - Is wearing a Rosary sinful? (13:42) Cindy - I lost my dog last year. I prayed that God would open the gates of heaven for my dog. I think God gave me a sign she was in heaven. My priest agrees. (20:48) Gloria - Our fantastic priest said he wants all catechism kids to sit in a half hour of Adoration every other Wednesday and also go to a Mass. How does he expect kids to sit for half an hour quietly. (23:58) Pablo (email) - In light of the release of the movie the Odyssey, how do I explain to my kids the difference between Ancient Greek religion (Zeus, Poseidon, Athena, etc.) and Christianity? (36:42) Sandy - I have negative thoughts that spin into a conversation in my head. How can I stop this? (42:23)

Patrick answers questions about faith, from priests discerning their path outside ministry to the anxiety of waiting for annulments and the uncertain ground those situations create. He fields comparisons between canon law and Sharia, counters misconceptions, and addresses audience concerns on receiving sacraments while in irregular relationships. Voices of personal struggle and moral wrestling fill the hour, as Patrick threads theology and practical advice through every exchange.   James (email) - Is it prudent for a priest on leave awaiting Vatican dispensation to regularly spend public time with a woman he hopes to marry, even while insisting they will not pursue a romantic relationship until the dispensation is granted? (00:47) Don - Concerning annulment, why can't the person who is not in offense be freed from the marriage when being cheated on or walked out on? (13:01) Joyce - I know someone was married in the Church, divorced, and is now seeking an annulment. She got married a second time in a Baptist church before the annulment went through. (18:58) Mike - El Sayeed brought up circumcision as compared to transgender mutilation, and canon law versus surreal law. (29:21) Audio: Sharia law survivor speaks out –https://x.com/EricLDaugh/status/2086490550060909009?s=20 (36:43) Donna – What is the definition of sharia law? (39:04) Jonathan - What are your thoughts on all the divorce and remarriages happening in regard to Amoris Laetitia written by Pope Francis. (41:31) Robert - A Lutheran mom married a Catholic guy but in Lutheran Church with a minister. (47:41)

Patrick looks closely at the Lindsay Clancy case with unsettling candor, confronting the tangled mix of mental illness, motherhood, cultural confusion, and the shadow of abortion’s legacy, then questions the tidal public response that seems to twist accountability and sympathy with every headline.   Bill - Thanks Patrick for helping me understand the faith better. Cyrus is rad. (00:49) Pamela (email) - I thought it very odd thing for you to agree with the male viewer who said he would break off his marriage engagement because his fiancé sides with Lindsey Clancy's defense. (08:03) Audio: Debunking lies women are believing about Lindsay Clancy. She was a labor and delivery nurse (15:35) Audio: Lindsay Clancy heard a voice that she never heard before, and she never experienced it since, but she only experienced it for the 18 minutes that it took to kill her children. -https://x.com/LisaNIRL/status/2091967564800819551/video/1?s=46 (20:23) Rose - Why would a mother delight in killing her kids? Why is it ok to tell women it is ok to kill kids? (38:33) Caroline (email) - Doctors everywhere are able to access a patient's medical information, including medications, simply by going to MyChart. So, I don't think a doctor could claim that he/she wasn't aware of the medications already prescribed to Lindsey Clancy (or anyone else).

Patrick focuses on the Lindsay Clancy tragedy, confronting the complexities of postpartum depression, mental illness, and society’s shifting views on life and responsibility. He connects headlines to deeper issues like abortion’s effect on culture, questioning how personal and spiritual forces interplay during crises, while also capturing raw calls for compassion—especially for overlooked fathers and for those grappling with the hard teachings of faith. The conversation moves fast, landing on everything from spiritual warfare to cultural confusion, refusing easy answers as Patrick threads listener voices and strong opinions into the current moment.   Carmen (email) - How could Lindsay Clancy act on intrusive thoughts and harm her children after five years of motherhood (with kids ages 5 and 8 months), when she had more than just postpartum depression—and no one noticed any warning signs? (00:56) Gwen (email) - Would the caller feel the same if the father had sent the mother on an errand and then strangled the three little children? Kathy - How can Americans can pretend to be shocked at Lindsey Clancy murders when we have proabortion politician? People elected and supported this. (04:01) Paul - Lindsey Clancy worked in obstetrics. Do you think she could have been involved in abortions, and she invited demonic forces in through that work? (06:58) Susan - I think the outrage from women comes from the fact that husband changes shoes. Fact that there was a search doesn’t show us anything. Also, husband married soon after.  (12:16) John (email) - I’ve often struggled with how to continue to try to evangelize (22:46) Sofia - People don't realize that demons can also take over a woman, and we are trying to medicate something that can’t be medicated. (24:09) Carla - The husband may have been complicit and known that she should not have been left with the kids alone. She was deliberately doc shopping, wanting other drugs (26:43) Richard - I'm a father of kids the same age. How about the father going through life knowing he will never hold his children again? Where is the compassion for him? (29:09)

Patrick answers an array of listener questions, moving quickly from struggles with unwanted intrusive thoughts and the unique intersection of faith and mental health to the practicalities of breastfeeding at Mass, yoga in schools, and whether parents should name guardian angels. Topics like persistent prayer, liturgical definitions, and the accessibility of sought-after priests reveal how Catholic tradition intersects with messy, daily life. Humor bubbles up amid serious moments, as stories touch on everything from praying for safe pregnancies to confronting pride when doors close.   Tom - I get bad unwanted thoughts too. They are real, and I am on four different meds. They are either obsession from the evil one or mental. (00:41) Kathy - Should a woman leave the pew to breastfeed her child during Mass or is it okay for them to stay in the pew? (03:59) Devon - Teacher at my kid’s school said they are doing yoga. How can I talk to them to get them out of that class? (08:38) Myra - Breastfeeding is natural and covering up when feeding is not an issue (11:12) Neon - Are angels smarter than humans and why can't I name mine? (18:52) Lourdes - How can I define liturgy to family who left the church? (23:20) Emily - Does canon law prohibit me from seeking council from talking to a priest outside of my parish? Robert (email) – Charlie Kirk deserves the truth, not the quick narrative. (31:40) Alex – Are there any good prayers for pregnancy? (40:37) Emily - Does canon law prohibit me from seeking council from talking to a priest outside of my parish? (44:17)

Patrick brings together stories of faith, family struggles, and the unexpected ways generosity echoes in Catholic life. He connects parish music, gratitude, and the tension between setting boundaries and holding fast to forgiveness, while pausing for a sharp look at Christians in the Holy Land faced with unsettling challenges. Between cultural quirks and personal growth, Patrick ties everything together with his signature encouragement and direct questions.   Jordan (email) - Instead of just complaining about the contemporary music at nearby parishes, should I learn piano (with the hope of eventually learning organ) so I can offer my services to the Church, and how difficult would that be? (01:26) Sylvia (email) - Is it a sin for me to block my sister (and similarly my brother) and stop speaking to them after her continued insults and lies about my husband and me made contact unbearable—even though I forgive them, love them, pray for them daily, and only reached out because the priest advised it? (03:49) Janet (email) - As relatively new adult Catholics, my husband and I have given priests gifts of money, food, care packages, or meals when they were sick at various parishes, yet we’ve almost never received a thank-you (only once from one priest)—is this lack of acknowledgment common, and does it seem rude given that priests act in persona Christi? Joshua - I need some advice on becoming the director of religious education at my parish? (18:27) Bruno (email) - Was it fair or appropriate for you to compare the SSPX to Calvinists in a way that implied they hold theological errors they’re unwilling to discuss, especially when the SSPX’s main criticism is that the Vatican itself is falling into such errors amid widespread ambiguity and corruption? (23:02) A Message from the Church in Taybeh: Taybeh’s Priest Fr. Bashar Fawadleh Warns: “We Intend to Remain” - https://vppnews.substack.com/p/a-message-from-the-church-in-taybeh?r=p2xyu&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web (29:48) Martine (email) – On not being thanked… (37:16) Jack - A director of religious education is a very important job. Need to have strong moral character, faith practice, and competence and leadership. (41:18) Richard - I have heard the claim Israeli settlers are taking over legitimate Palestinian claims. (46:43)

Hear stories of individuals leaving Mormonism for the Catholic Church appear alongside reflections on misunderstandings about Christianity, nuanced biblical interpretation, and direct, sometimes humorous, listener engagement. Moments of advice, surprise, and even a little old-school slang punctuate the episode, threading together practical faith questions and lively anecdotes.   Granger - Thoughts and advice on a Christian skateboard contest I was planning. (00:58) Karen (email) - When Jesus says in Matthew 17:12-13 that Elijah has already come (referring to John the Baptist), does this passage actually support reincarnation, or how should it be properly understood? (13:20) Audio: New data shows Catholicism is gaining momentum on college campuses across the U.S. - https://x.com/foxnews/status/2091139736970612862?s=43%22%3Ehttps://x.com/foxnews/status/2091139736970612862?s=43%3C/a (20:35) Mormons becoming Catholic - https://www.sltrib.com/religion/2026/08/22/becoming-catholic-utahns-share/ Adan (10-years-old) - Did the world have a beginning and will it continue infinitely or was it eternal? (39:46) Melissa - Two Mormon families live near us. Husband talked to them when they came to our door. I was stern with them when they came again. (44:20)

Patrick examines the Lindsay Clancy case, confronting the chilling reality of a mother accused of murdering her children while the public, especially thousands of women, rallies behind her and raises over a million dollars for her support. He questions why such empathy arises, weaving links between mental illness, postpartum struggles, deep-seated cultural attitudes, and the uncomfortable lines where compassion and responsibility collide. As callers voice firsthand stories and ethical hypotheticals, the conversation jolts listeners to grapple with the raw consequences of conflicting beliefs on guilt, justice, and forgiveness.   Why the Lindsay Clancy Case Is Dividing Americans (00:34) Judy - Postpartum Depression can really be issue that needs to be addressed (15:27) Andrew - These medications really caused her to do something she would never want to do in the first place (21:15) Kathy - Seems like this case is being turned into a circus and entertainment is not focusing on the people at the heart of it. (25:37) Tisa – The fact is that she killed someone and needs to be in a place where the public is safe. (30:19) Audio: Licensed therapist defends Lindsay Clancy, who murdered her three children, because “many of us see ourselves in Lindsay.” - https://x.com/CollinRugg/status/2089061541903732894 (39:44) Gina – If it was possession, would she be less culpable? (42:30) Dawn - If convicted she will be in a mental institution, so she won’t be free (47:21) Jill - Postpartum Depression psychosis is real and scary (49:24)

Patrick kicks off a pledge drive hour where faith, generosity, and humor mingle with listener stories about struggling with good intentions, unexpected turns, and practical Catholic living. He wrestles with issues of wealth, apologist pitfalls, road-trip mishaps, technology’s surprises, and why generosity matters for the mission—all while inviting his audience into the urgency and sincerity of keeping Relevant Radio alive. Sudden confessions, calls, and affirmations ripple through the hour, setting a tone equally grounded and unpredictable.   Jim (email) – If I’m on the Road to Perdition, should I “keep going”? (01:32) Christian (email) - What are the blessings and challenges of a Catholic Apologist? Michael - Thoughts on the proper disposition of a Catholic towards money or wealth? Can't we do good by prudent financial planning and donating? (13:16) Anthony - My back surgery went great! I had no rods, pins, or hardware. New technology of back surgery is incredible. (18:02) Matt (email) - Why can validly ordained priests (such as those of the SSPX) validly celebrate most sacraments even when doing so illicitly, but cannot validly administer Confirmation or Confession—even when they use the correct form and matter? Jessica - Turns out that my daughter is not doing that great with her cellphone. Even if you think parental controls are working, they find their way around it. (46:59)

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Patrick opens the hour fielding challenging questions from listeners about SSPX sacraments, blessings for couples in irregular situations, and the Catholic perspective on organ donation, moving seamlessly from theological nuance to personal dilemmas, including a story of an AI scam targeting the elderly that disrupts a family. Unexpected calls about faith, loss, grief, the authority of parents, and the meaning of obedience push the conversation well beyond surface-level advice, while Patrick threads in gratitude for supporters and stories of everyday miracles. Candid, sometimes raw, the hour pulses with the messiness, hope, and complexity of real Catholic life.   Chandler (email) - Regarding Rome's claim that SSPX marriages and confessions are no longer valid. How can the Pope do this when the eastern orthodox have been around 1000 years, and the church recognizes all their sacraments as valid? (01:48) Juanita (email) - I recently read an article with this heading: “Soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo receives Fiducia Supplicans-style blessing after civil marriage”. Am I correct, despite this “blessing” this 10-years-in-the-making marriage remains an invalid marriage (because they are both “Catholic” but chose only a civil ceremony with no mention of an actual Sacrament of Marriage in a Catholic church)? Kelly (email) – Question about cremation Caroline - It is not just the children who are being attacked by AI, it’s also the elderly. My mother was scammed on her device and asked for personal details. (27:29) Harold - I called years ago about advice on my deaconate formation to continue on. Thank you for giving me the advice you gave! (39:13) Tony - How does prayer work? (44:06)

Patrick explores emotional numbness and overstimulation, drawing a line from Archbishop Fulton Sheen’s warnings in the 1950s straight to today’s digital frenzy, where attention splinters and quiet moments get drowned out by endless screens and urgent voices. Short videos, distracted reading, the endless scroll—Patrick connects these threads while offering listeners solace in the steady presence of Relevant Radio, where faith punctuates the noise and daily stories bloom. Gratitude, practical advice, music, and real-life encounters intertwine as Patrick brings listeners to the core of spiritual resilience and the subtle challenge of tuning out what numbs the soul.   Audio: Fulton Sheen diagnosed emotional numbness in 1956 – 1min -https://x.com/relevantradio/status/2089821360558080263/video/1?s=46 (27:01) Mike (email) - Bless you both for cueing & reading my email on air. It was inspired by the holy Spirit as usual of your labor of love! The illness has kept me in and resting for months. I can definitely see the benefit of keeping up social contact. I will take your suggestion and consult my doctor closely. You made my day.  (16:59) Maryanne - I've been to the Episcopalian church, and their liturgy is exactly like ours. Are their bishops apart of our bishops who make the liturgy? (18:37) Cindy - I wanted to thank Patrick and Relevant Radio for such wonderful radio. It is an escape into holiness or refuge for me. (27:11) Steve (Substack comment) – I’m a devout atheist listener with Buddhist leanings (45:10)

Patrick takes listeners through questions of faith and daily choices while the Relevant Radio Summer Pledge Drive pulses in the background. Prayer surfaces as both a lifeline and a missed opportunity, shaping unseen consequences, while stories about confronting technology, the paths to conversion, and the ethics of medical crises add urgency and meaning. Pressing issues—from government transparency during the pandemic to how everyday believers quietly spread hope—collide, always circling back to gratitude and the mysterious way small acts ripple through countless lives.   Lillia (email) - If someone feels ill but is too afraid to see a doctor and then dies suddenly, and we believe God decides the exact time of our death, would going to the doctor have changed anything? In other words, would that person still have died at the same moment, because not even a doctor could alter the time God had already set? (01:12) Joseph - Someone I worked with two years ago sent me a text yesterday to tell me thank you for turning her onto Relevant Radio. It was the greatest birthday present to me! (13:35) Marianne (email) - Sorry, but I think you are fooling yourself, Mr. Madrid, in regards to keeping cell phones away from kids Fauci Senior Advisor David Morens pleads guilty to "Conspiracy to Commit Offenses and to Defraud the United States" - https://x.com/fbidirectorkash/status/2089831522408821051 (27:21) Audio: Montage of Covid lies - https://x.com/adamcarolla/status/2087009099078901900/video/1?s=46 (29:53) Ben - In cases of ectopic pregnancy, is it morally right to abort the fertilized egg (the baby) — including right after fertilization — in order to protect the mother’s life and safety? (42:24) Email - Did you ever experience racism? (47:56)